HP f2304 User's Manual
Contents
1. Connector Label Color Function Y Green High Definition Component B PL Blue Video Input Connects to the video component output of a c P Red DVD player or seHop box The f2304 monitor is capable of displaying video from 480i 480p 720p and 1080i sources D S VIDEO Black S video Input connects to an S video output IN device such as console game settop box VCR or DVD player A composite cable can be attached to the S video input using the Tee composite to S video adapter 3 8 User s Guide Setting Up the Monitor Connector Label Color Function E R Red Right Left RCA audio line in connects to an audio source such as a console game F White set top box VCR or DVD player When component or S video input is selected from the onscreen display audio will be used from this source G G Lime Green PC Audio In connects to audio from a PC source When VGA or DVI input is selected audio will be used from this source J 3 C o AX o WS o o JE User s Guide 3 9 Setting Up the Monitor Cable Management The f2304 monitor is designed to help you organize your monitor cables in one area The power cord the VGA and DVI cables can be threaded through the hole in the back of the monitor stand and positioned over the two hooks on the inside of the monitor stan2. 3 2 User s Guide Setting Up the Monitor WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment Do not disable the power cord grounding plug The grounding plug is an important safety feature Plug the power cord into a grounded earthed electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times Disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet Do not place anything on power cords or cables Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them Do not pull on a cord or cable When unplugging from the electrical outlet grasp the cord by the plug 3 Connect the power cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to an electrical wall outlet User s Guide 3 3 Setting Up the Monitor 4 Remove side panel See Removing the Side Panel on page 3 7 Connect the speakers cable to the PC Audio In connector on the monitor and then connect the other end to the Audio Out connector on the back of the PC ae IW seco el oo 5 Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the monitor s tilt adjustment capabilities 3 4 User s Guide Setting Up the Monitor WARNING Burn in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on screen for a prolonged p
3. Before contacting customer services refer to the support Web site at http www hp com support Preparing to call Technical Support IF you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this section you may need to call technical support Have the following information available when you call The monitor Monitor model number on front and back panel Serial number for the monitor on back panel Purchase date from invoice Conditions under which the problem occurred Error messages received Hardware configuration found on Windows Control Panel Computer hardware and software you are using User s Guide 5 3 Troubleshooting 5 4 User s Guide A Specifications f2304 Flat Panel Monitor Display 23 inches 58 4 cm Type Wide screen TFT LCD Viewable Image Size 23 inch diagonal 58 4 cm Tilt 5 to 20 Face Treatment Anti glare polarizer with hard coating Maximum Weight unpacked 20 9 lbs 9 5 kg Dimensions includes pedestal Height maximum 16 9 inches 428 mm Depth 7 8 inches 197 mm Width 25 3 inches 642 mm Maximum Graphics 1920 x 1200 60 Hz digital input Resolution Reduced Blanking Mode only 1920 x 1200 60 Hz analog input Text Mode 720 x 400 Dot Pitch 0 258 x 0 258 mm Horizontal Frequency 30 to 94 KHz Vertical Refresh Rate 48 to 85 Hz Operating Temperature 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Non operating Temperature 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C User s
4. 86 60 00 66 750 CVT083MA DVT 16 10 11 1152 x 870 68 68 75 06 100 000 MAC 12 1152 x 900 61 80 65 96 92 978 SUN 13 1280 x 768 47 396 60 0 68 25 CVT 0 98M9 R 14 1280 x 960 60 00 60 00 108 000 VESA 15 1280 x 1024 63 98 60 02 108 000 VESA 16 1280 x 1024 79 98 75 02 135 000 VESA 17 1280x 1024 91 15 85 02 157 500 VESA 18 1600x1000 61 648 60 00 108 50 CVT 1 60MA R 19 1600 x 1200 75 00 60 00 162 000 VESA 20 1600 x 1200 93 80 75 00 202 500 VESA 21 1680 x 1050 65 29 60 00 146 250 CVT 1 76MA 22 1920x1080 67 158 60 00 173 00 CVT2 07M9 DVT 16 9 23 1920 x 1200 74 04 60 00 154 000 CVT 2 30MAR 24 1920x1200 74 56 60 00 193 250 CVT 2 30MA zw Display modes 20 22 and 24 are supported by the analog signal input only Digital video does not support these modes A 4 User s Guide Specifications LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for 2304 Monitor The HP 2304 monitor uses high precision technology manufactured according to HP standards to guarantee trouble free performance Nevertheless the display may have cosmetic imperfections that appear as small bright or dark spots This is common to all LCD displays used in products supplied by all vendors and is not specific to the HP 2304 displays These imperfections are caused by one or more defective pixels or sub pixels Wi A pixel consists of one red one green and one blue sub pixel W A defective whole pixel is always turned on a bright spot on a dark background or i
5. Guide 4 9 Operating the Monitor Q When using the controls you will obtain the best results by using the adjustment pattern provided on the CD ROM Q When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values if the monitor images become distorted continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears To restore the factory settings select Yes from the Factory Reset menu in the OSD Using Video Connectors The monitor includes the following video connectors for input from external video sources such as DVD players VHS recorders and external television tuners Wi S video with composite video adapter included W Component video The monitor is compatible with NTSC PAL and SECAM video standards Additionally the component video connectors are capable of supporting the 480 line progressive 480p the 720 line progressive 720p and the 1080 line interlaced 1080i High Definition Video modes when connected to an external HD video decoder 4 10 User s Guide 5 Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems the possible cause of each problem and the recommended solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution Screen is blank or Power cord is Connect the power cord the No Input Signal disconnected message is displayed Monitor power switch is Press the power button turned off Video cable is Connect the video improperly connected cable properly
6. Guide A 1 Specifications f2304 Flat Panel Monitor Relative Humidity Operating 20 to 8076 Non Operating 5 to 9576 Power Source 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Power Consumption lt 100 watts Input Terminals VGA 15 pin D type connector with cable included DVI I connector with DVI D cable included S video connector with composite video adapter included Component Video Color Display Values CIE Chromaticity Coordinates x 0 030 y 0 030 Red 0 640 0 332 Blue 0 146 0 065 Green 0 288 0 601 White Chromaticity 6500 K 0 313 0 329 9300 K 0 283 0 297 Gamma 2 2 Commission International d Eclairage CIE 1931 Standard All performance specifications are provided by the component manufacturers Performance specifications represent the highest specification of all HP s component manufacturers typical level specifications for performance and actual performance may vary either higher or lower A 2 User s Guide Specifications Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The HP f2304 High Definition 23 LCD Monitor supports the display resolution modes listed in the table below Some of these modes may not be available from the video graphics system used in the computer Preset modes 20 22 and 24 supports the f2304 monitor using only the VGA signal input IF using a DVI signal input these preset modes will not properly display although the operating system and video graphics
7. VGA connection than through a digital DVI connection The f2304 monitor supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 for both analog and digital connections Please see the documentation that came with your PC or video card for details regarding the video resolution settings supported by your equipment Q The DVI D cable supplied with this monitor is for digital to digital connection only Your computer must have a DVIl compotible graphics card installed for use with the DVI D signal cable When connecting the DVI D signal cable to the DVI connector on the monitor you must connect the other end of the DVI D cable to the DVI connector on the computer To set up the monitor ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor computer system and other attached devices then follow these steps 1 Place the monitor in a convenient well ventilated location near your computer Your f2304 monitor may have been shipped with the VGA cable attached This cable may be detached if you want to use only a DVI cable instead User s Guide 3 1 Setting Up the Monitor 2 Connect one end of the VGA monitor signal cable to the VGA video connector on the rear panel of the computer and the other end to the back of the monitor Or Connect one end of the DVI I monitor signal cable to the DVI I video connector on the rear panel of the computer and the other end to the back of the monitor
8. a flat table or desktop to prevent it from getting scratched defaced or broken when removing the base from the monitor To remove the monitor base 1 Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor 2 Lay the monitor face down on a flat area 3 Remove the back panel by gently pulling on the handle and then slowly easing the tabs around the panel out of the tab slots 4 Remove the four screws from the monitor base as shown in the following illustration 5 Remove the monitor base from the monitor W WW NS Atm ud 3 6 User s Guide Setting Up the Monitor Mounting the Monitor 1 Remove the monitor base Refer to Removing the Monitor Base steps in the previous section 2 With the base is removed use the four threaded screw holes on the monitor panel to mount the monitor The mounting holes are spaced 4 inches 10 2 cm apart Q Mount the monitor to a swing arm or other mounting fixture by following the instructions included with the mounting fixture to be used Removing the Side Panel On the back of the f2304 monitor there are several connectors behind the side panel To remove the side panel 1 Gently pull on the edge of the side panel 2 Slowly ease the tabs around the side panel out of the tab slots as shown in the following illustration T User s Guide 3 7 Setting Up the Monitor Side Panel Connectors
9. card may indicate these modes are supported Using modes 20 22 and 24 with a DVI signal may not display images properly on the screen If changing resolution modes does not display images properly do not touch your keyboard and 15 seconds later your settings will revert to the previous resolution mode Preset mode 23 1920 x 1200 is a new video resolution mode developed for digital monitors that support DVI signal input using reduced blanking techniques Before selecting this new video mode on the f2304 monitor and to avoid images not displaying properly refer to the documentation that comes with the video graphics system to confirm if the system supports this 1920 x 1200 reduced blanking mode If your digital graphics card provides the 1920 x 1200 digital resolution using a single DVI connector then the reduced blanking mode is supported Pixel Horz Freq Vert Freq Pixel Clk Preset Format kHz Hz MHz Standard 1 640 x 480 31 47 59 94 25 175 VGA 2 640 x 480 37 50 75 00 31 500 VGA 3 720 x 400 31 47 70 08 28 321 VGA 4 800 x 600 37 88 60 32 40 000 VESA 5 800 x 600 46 88 75 00 49 500 VESA 6 832 x 624 49 72 74 55 57 283 MAC User s Guide A 3 Specifications Pixel Horz Freq Vert Freq Pixel Clk Preset Format kHz Hz MHz Standard 7 1024 x 768 48 36 60 00 65 000 VESA 8 1024 x 768 60 02 75 03 78 750 VESA 9 1024 x 768 68 68 85 00 94 500 VESA 10 1152 x 720 44
10. in bodily harm or loss of life CAUTION Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information Q Text set off in this manner indicates additional information Contents Product Features Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information 2 1 Maintenance Guidelines 2 5 2 2 Cleaning the Monitor cs 244 n60aen9 999 3 ex 2 4 Shipping the Monitor 1 3 ERE ERE 2 4 Setting Up the Monitor Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cable 3 5 Removing the Monitor Base 3 5 Mounting the Monitors o viste reet 3 7 Removing the Side Panel 3 7 Side Panel Connectors vae ase baro ex x 3 8 Cable Management 3 10 Operating the Monitor Installing the Information Files 4 1 Using Monitor BUHGnSs 34 e SEXES 4 2 Adjusting Monitor Settings lisse 4 5 Using the On Screen Display 4 5 Using the Auto Adjustment Function 4 8 Identifying Special OSD Messages 4 8 Adjusting Screen Quality 4 9 Optimizing Digital Conversion 4 9 Using Video Connectors 2s voee eek 4 10 User s Guide iii Contents 5 Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems ze 4s ess 5 1 Getting Help Using the Worldwide Web 5 3 Preparing to call Technical Support 5 3 Specifi
11. setting then recognizes the new mode just as it does a preset mode In addition to the 25 factory preset modes there are four user modes that can be entered and stored A 6 User s Guide Specifications Using the Energy Saver Feature When the monitor is in its normal operating mode the monitor uses less than 100 watts of power and the Power light is green The monitor also supports a reduced power state The reduced power state will be entered into if the monitor detects the absence of either the horizontal sync signal and or the vertical sync signal Upon detecting the absence of these signals the monitor screen is blanked the backlight is turned off and the Power light is turned amber When the monitor is in the reduced power state the monitor will utilize less than 3 watts of power There is a brief warm up period before the monitor will return to its normal operating mode Refer to your computer manual for instructions on setting energy saver features sometimes called power management features Q The above energy saver feature only works when connected to computers that have energy saver features By selecting settings in the monitor s Energy Saver utility you can also program the monitor to enter into the reduced power state at a predetermined time When the monitor s Energy Saver utility causes the monitor to enter the reduced power state the Power light blinks amber User s Guide A 7 Specifica
12. Community Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms in brackets are the equivalent international standards M EN55022 CISPR 22 Electromagnetic Interference m EN55024 IEC61000 4 2 3 4 5 6 8 11 Electromagnetic Immunity m EN61000 3 2 IEC6 1000 3 2 Power Line Harmonics M EN61000 3 3 IEC61000 3 3 Power Line Flicker M EN60950 IEC950 Product Safety User s Guide B 3 Agency Regulatory Notices Japanese Notice TORES PHVB SE BROS AER NER VCCD oA EOC 7S ABIRRIVEE CT COIL ZERE CHAT ALI TE LOWER CORBA IV ART VEY a Yee LT 1SnNSL RERE EITI LHE ET Waist fbo CIE UV MOZ LT FAW fi Re ur rar Korean Notice Ba 717 7188 SgSU7l o 772 77889 z MARIASISRS Teo SE SEA ate gt Fo ol 4 gt zo n L ini EPA Energy Star Compliance Monitors that are marked with the Energy Star Logo meet the requirements of the EPA Energy Star program As an Energy Star Partner Hewlett Packard has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency Specific details on using the Energy Saving features can be found in the energy saver or power management section of the computer manual B 4 User s Guide Agency Regulatory Notices Power Cord Set Requirements The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line Switching ALS This feature al
13. O invent User s Guide HP f2304 High Definition 23 LCD Monitor The information in this document is subject to change without notice Hewlett Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose HP shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material THE WARRANTY TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS STATEMENT EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT LAWFULLY PERMITTED DO NOT EXCLUDE RESTRICT OR MODIFY AND ARE IN ADDITION TO ANY MANDATORY STATUTORY RIGHTS APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF THIS PRODUCT OR SERVICE TO YOU HP assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by HP This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written consent of HP Hewlett Packard Company P O Box 4010 Cupertino CA 95015 4010 USA 2003 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P All rights reserved Hewlett Packard is a registered trademark of Hewlett Packard Company in the United States of America and other countries regions WARNING Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result
14. OSD Brightness adjust function When the OSD Brightness adjust scale is visible press the OSD Up and Down buttons to adjust the brightness then press the Menu button to confirm the new setting OSD Up Adjustment Select and adjust the OSD Menu settings Contrast control hot key When OSD is not active pressing the OSD Up control displays the OSD Contrast Adjust function When the OSD Contrast adjust scale is visible press the OSD Up and Down buttons to adjust the contrast then press the Menu button to confirm the new setting EE E Menu button and and J buttons Displays the On Screen Display OSD menu and selects functions The and buttons move up and down the menu respectively Pressing the Menu button again brings up the second menu level 4 4 User s Guide Operating the Monitor Adjusting Monitor Settings Press the Menu button to view the On Screen Display OSD Menu The Main Menu window pops up and you can make adjustments to your monitor s various features Use the arrow keys in the Main Menu window to make your adjustments Using the On Screen Display The adjustments for screen settings are located in the on screen display OSD Press the Menu button on the monitor s front panel to view the OSD menu Select Language and then select one of six available languages for the menu The following table shows the menus and their functions at each level OSD Men
15. Refer to Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor for more information Screen blanking utility is active or PC is in the power saving mode Depress any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to deactivate the screen blanking utility or exit the power saving mode User s Guide Troubleshooting Problem Image appears blurred indistinct or too dark Possible Cause Brightness and contrast are too low Solution Press the Menu button to open the OSD Menu and adjust the brightness and contrast as needed Image is not centered Image position may need adjustment Press the Menu button to access the OSD menu Select Image Control to adjust the horizontal or vertical position of the image Check Video Cable is displayed on screen Monitor video cable is disconnected Connect the 15 pin monitor video cable to the VGA connector on the computer Be sure that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable Input Signal Out of Range is displayed on screen Video resolution and or refresh rate are set higher than what the monitor supports Restart your computer and enter Windows Safe Mode by pressing the F8 Function key when the computer starts to boot up Change the video resolution or Refresh settings to a supported value Restart the computer for the new settings take effect User s Guide Troubleshooting Getting Help Using the Worldwide Web
16. and For information on the HP recycling program refer to the HP Web site at http www hp com hpinfo globalcitizenship environment recycle hardware html B User s Guide C TCO 99 Requirements You have just purchased a TCO 99 approved and labeled product Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products Why do we have environmentally labeled computers In many countries regions environmental labeling has become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment The main problem as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature There are also other characteristics of a computer such as energy consumption levels that are important from the viewpoints of both the work internal and natural external environments Since all methods of electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment for example acidic and climate influencing emissions radioactive waste it is vital to save energy Electro
17. cations 12304 Flat Panel Monitor A 1 Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions A 3 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for 12 9021 Monitor 6s mas dE ACER RA A 5 Entering User Modes 04 A 6 Using the Energy Saver Feature A 7 Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice B 1 ModiliGalhtons 3o outre S es e ayes B 2 Gu xm B 2 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo United States Only B 2 Canadian Notice o an anaana aaa B 3 Avis Canadien onnaa naaa aaea B 3 European Notice PR Er B 3 Japanese Notice ve Si ect etc RS raw B A4 Koran Notice besis cur EHEREA DO RS B 4 EPA Energy Star Compliance 6e vdd B 4 Power Cord Set Requirements B 5 HP Recycling Program i4 coda 0 oe an dads B 6 C TCO 99 Requirements User s Guide Product Features The HP f2304 High Definition 23 LCD Monitor liquid crystal display has an active matrix and a thin film transistor TFT The monitor features include Large wide screen 23 inch diagonal 58 4 cm viewable area display 1920 x 1200 resolution plus full screen support for lower resolutions Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or a standing position Tilt adjustment capabilities Removable base for flexible mounting solutions Integrated stereo speakers User s Guide Product Features Multiple video input
18. d located through the back opening Similarly the cables you connect to the back side of your monitor can be threaded through the bottom of the side door and looped through the same opening on the back of the monitor 3 10 User s Guide 4 Operating the Monitor Installing the Information Files The User Guide CD included with this monitor contains two information files to be installed onto your computer an INF file and an ICM file m The INF file defines monitor resources and provides specifications used by most operating systems to install support software for certain hardware devices The INF file ensures monitor compatibility and optimization with your computer s graphics adapter You can download INF files by clicking on http www hp com support and then selecting the desired monitor m The ICM file provides color matching consistency from monitor screen to printer and is activated from within graphics programs that have this feature To install these files on your computer insert the User Guide CD into your computer CD ROM drive When the CD menu launches select Install INF and ICM Files and follow the onscreen instructions User s Guide 4 1 Operating the Monitor Using Monitor Buttons The monitor buttons are located under the front panel of the monitor The monitor buttons are used to WI Turn on the monitor B Open the Main Menu onscreen display OSD window where you ca
19. ds CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere causing increased reception on earth of ultraviolet light with e g increased risks of skin cancer malignant melanoma as a consequence Lead Lead can be found in picture tubes display screens solders and capacitors Lead damages the nervous system and in higher doses causes lead poisoning The relevant TCO 99 requirement permits the inclusion of lead since no replacement has yet been developed Bio accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms Lead Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are bio accumulative C 4 User s Guide
20. endix B WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment do not disable the power cord grounding feature This equipment is designed to be connected to a grounded earthed power outlet that is easily accessible to the operator The grounding plug is an important safety feature WARNING For your safety be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment as possible When you need to disconnect the power to the equipment unplug the power cord from the power outlet by grasping the plug firmly Never pull on the cord User s Guide 2 1 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines CAUTION For the protection of your monitor as well as your computer connect all power cords for your computer and its peripheral devices such as a monitor printer scanner to some form of surge protection device such as a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS Not all power strips provide surge protection the power strips must be specifically labeled as having this ability Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace your equipment if surge protection fails Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructi
21. eriod of time To avoid burn in image damage on your monitor screen you should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the monitor when it is not in use for a prolonged period of time Selecting the Signal Connectors and Cable There are five signal input connectors one VGA connector one DVI I connector one S video connector two RCA audio connectors and a PC Audio In connector The monitor will automatically determine at power on which inputs have valid video signals The inputs can be selected via the On Screen Display OSD feature or by pressing the Input button on the monitor s front bezel The video mode supported by the DVI I connector is determined by the video cable used For digital operation use the DVI D to DVI D signal cable provided Removing the Monitor Base You can remove the monitor base to mount the monitor on a wall swing arm or other mounting fixture Read the caution and warning statements below before beginning the procedure CAUTION Before beginning to disassemble the monitor be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and all signal cables are disconnected WARNING Before removing the base from the monitor lay the monitor flat with the front bezel down Attempting to remove the base from an upright monitor may result in injury to the user User s Guide 3 5 Setting Up the Monitor CAUTION Ensure that the front bezel of the monitor is positioned over
22. lows the monitor to operate on input voltages between 100 120V or 200 240V The power cord set flexible cord or wall plug received with the monitor meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased the equipment IF you need to obtain a power cord for a different country you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product s electrical ratings label The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product In addition the cross sectional area of the wire must be a minimum of 0 75 mm or 18AWG and the length of the cord must be between 6 feet 1 8 m and 12 feet 3 6 m If you have questions about the type of power cord to use contact your HP authorized service provider A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon it or against it Particular attention should be paid to the plug electrical outlet and the point where the cord exits from the product User s Guide B 5 Agency Regulatory Notices HP Recycling Program HP offers product end oHife return programs for HP and other manufacturers hardware in several geographic areas The terms and availability of these programs vary by geography because of differences in regulatory requirements and local customer dem
23. n change the monitor settings E Control the brightness and contrast of the display Wi Open the Picture in Picture PiP window when analog or digital video is displayed E Select signal input W Adjust volume 4 2 User s Guide Operating the Monitor A Monitor Buttons Icon Label Control Function A b Power button Turns the computer on and off and Full power Blue Power LED Sleep Amber B Q Headphone Use a headphone device connector Note When the headphone connector is being used the monitor speakers are muted c z Volume Down Turns volume lower D Volume Up Turns volume higher E PiP PiP button Opens the Picture in Picture PiP window when analog or digital video is displayed e f the PiP setting is selected without valid S video composite video or component video input signals the PiP window appears black User s Guide 4 3 Operating the Monitor Monitor Buttons F Icon Label Input Control Signal Input button Function Signal input selection scrolls through VGA Analog DVI Analog DVI Digital S video and component video input Auto Auto button Automatically adjusts the display to the ideal setting OSD Down Adjustment Select and adjust the on screen display OSD Menu settings Brightness control hot key When OSD is not active pressing the OSD Down control displays the
24. ngs in the cabinet are provided for ventilation These openings must not be blocked or covered Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not walk on the cord Keep your monitor in a wellventilated area away from excessive light heat or moisture When removing the monitor base you must lay the monitor face down on a soft flat area to prevent it from getting scratched defaced or broken User s Guide 2 3 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning the Monitor To clean the monitor follow these steps 1 Turn off the monitor and the computer 2 Unplug the monitor 3 Dust the monitor by wiping the screen and the cabinet with a soft clean cloth CAUTION Do not use benzene thinner ammonia or any volatile substance to clean the monitor screen or cabinet These chemicals may damage the monitor Never use water to clean an LCD screen If the screen requires additional cleaning use a clean cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol Shipping the Monitor Keep the original packing box You may need it later if you move or ship your monitor 2 4 User s Guide 3 Setting Up the Monitor The f2304 monitor connects to your computer through an analog connector VGA or a digital DVI D connector Some video cards support a higher resolution through an analog
25. nics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy User s Guide C 1 TCO 99 Requirements What does the environmental labeling involve This product meets the requirements for the TCO 99 scheme which provides for an international and environmental labeling of personal computers The labeling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation Statens Energimyndighet The Swedish National Energy Administration and SEMKO AB The requirements cover a wide range of issues environmental ergonomic usability reduction of electric and magnetic fields energy consumption and electrical safety The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals brominated and chlorinated flame retardants CFCs freons and chlorinated solvents among other things The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country region where the company implements its operational policy The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and or monitor after a certain period of inactivity shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user Belo
26. o PiP Size PiP Off Small Medium Large Horizontal Adj Scale Position Vertical Position Adj Scale Factory Reset Yes No Exit Q The Image Control Clock and Clock Phase selections are not available when the monitor is operating in the DVI D digital mode User s Guide 4 7 Operating the Monitor Using the Auto Adjustment Function You can easily optimize the screen performance for the VGA interface by using the Auto button and the auto adjustment pattern software on the User Guide CD that came with this monitor 1 Insert the provided CD ROM disc into the computer 2 Run the software file Adjustment pattern exe from the CD ROM drive to display a setup test pattern 3 Press the Auto button on the monitor to produce a stable centered image Identifying Special OSD Messages Special OSD messages appear on the monitor screen for the following monitor conditions Input Signal Out of Range Indicates the monitor is unable to access or fully support the provided input signal The monitor s preferred video mode is 1920 x 1200 60Hz Going to Sleep Indicates the monitor is entering a reduced power state or sleep mode Check Video Cable Indicates the video cable may not be plugged into the computer or monitor or that the computer may not be turned on No Input Signal Indicates the monitor is not receiving a video signal from the PC or one of the five monito
27. ons If your monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged contact your HP authorized dealer reseller or service provider Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor as indicated on the label back plate of the monitor Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the electrical outlet and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord Look on the power label to determine the ampere rating AMPS or A for each device Install your monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord 2 2 User s Guide Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Turn your monitor off when not in use You can substantially increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning If the screen requires additional cleaning use an antistatic screen cleaner CAUTION Do not use benzene thinner ammonia or any other volatile substances to clean your monitor or the screen These chemicals may damage the cabinet finish as well as the screen Slots and openi
28. printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available Cadmium Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour generating layers of certain computer displays Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses The relevant TCO 99 requirement states that batteries the color generating layers of display screens and the electrical or electronics components must not contain any cadmium Bio accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms Lead Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are bio accumulative User s Guide C 3 TCO 99 Requirements Mercury Mercury is sometimes found in batteries relays and switches It damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses The relevant TCO 99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury It also demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics components associated with the labeled unit There is however one exception Mercury is for the time being permitted in the back light system of flat panel monitors as there today is no commercially available alternative TCO aims on removing this exception when a mercury free alternative is available CFCs freons The relevant TCO 99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture and assembly of the product CFCs freons are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boar
29. r signal connectors Check to see if the PC or input signal source is off or in the power saving mode Multiple Inputs are active Use the OSD to select the desired video input Indicates the monitor has more than one video input 4 8 User s Guide Operating the Monitor Adjusting Screen Quality Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before performing the following procedures The Auto Adjustment feature automatically fine tunes the image quality each time a new video mode is utilized If additional improvement is desired select the Auto button on the front bezel For more precise adjustments use the adjustment pattern provided on the CD ROM and adjust the clock and phase settings accessed from the OSD menu as described in the following section Optimizing Digital Conversion This monitor contains advanced circuitry that allows the flat panel screen to function like a standard monitor Two controls in the OSD can be adjusted to improve image performance Clock and Clock Phase Use these controls only when the auto adjust function does not provide a satisfactory image Qu The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clock Phase settings are dependent on the main Clock setting m Clock Increase decrease the value to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background W Clock Phase Increase decrease the value to minimize video distortion or video jitter User s
30. s supported 4 VGA analog Q DVI I supports either analog or digital signal input 4 S video with composite video adapter included Q Component video for high definition video support Video input includes PiP Picture in Picture option for windowed video display over data display The high definition component video input supports 480i 480p 720p and 1080i video format Audio support connections include a PC line in connector RCA connectors for AV input and a headphone jack connector VGA and DVI signal cables included Plug and Play capability if supported by your system On Screen Display OSD adjustments in English Dutch French Italian Spanish and German for ease of set up and screen optimization The User Guide CD includes an information file INF Image Color Matching file ICM Auto Adjustment software Acrobat Reader software and product documentation Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance Compliant with the following regulated specifications Q EPA ENERGY STAR Q European Union CE Directives Q TCO 99 Requirements Q VESA VSIS standard User s Guide 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with your monitor If another cord is used use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor For information on the correct power cord set to use with your monitor refer to the Power Cord Set Requirements section in App
31. t Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo United States Only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation For questions regarding your product contact Hewlett Packard P O Box 692000 Mail Stop 530113 Houston Texas 77269 2000 Or call 1 800 652 6672 1 800 OK COMPAQ For questions regarding this FCC declaration contact Hewlett Packard P O Box 692000 Mail Stop 510101 Houston Texas 77269 2000 Or call 281 514 3333 B 2 User s Guide Agency Regulatory Notices To identify this product refer to the Part Series or Model number found on the product Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Avis Canadien Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brovilleur du Canada European Notice Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC issued by the Commission of the European
32. t is always off a dark spot on a bright background The first is the more visible of the two m A defective sub pixel dot defect is less visible than a defective whole pixel and is small and only visible on a specific background The HP display does not have more than m 5 total defects combination of full pixel and sub pixel defects 3 defective bright sub pixels 5 defective dark sub pixels Bright dots must have a 15 mm minimum separation Bright dot to dim dot must have a 5mm minimum separation Dim dot to dim dot must have 5 mm minimum separation User s Guide A 5 Specifications To locate defective pixels the monitor should be viewed under normal operating conditions and in normal operating mode at a supported resolution and refresh rate from a distance of approximately 16 inches 50 cm HP expects that over time the industry will continue to improve its ability to produce displays with fewer cosmetic imperfections and HP will adjust guidelines as improvements are made Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if Wi You are not using a Hewlett Packard standard graphics adapter Wi You are not using a preset mode If this occurs you may need to readjust the parameters of the monitor screen by using the on screen display Your changes can be made to any or all of these modes and saved in memory The monitor automatically stores the new
33. tions User s Guide Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Wi Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna WI Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver E Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected W Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help User s Guide B 1 Agency Regulatory Notices Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett Packard may void the user s authority to operate the equipmen
34. u Levels Menu Menu Menu Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Brightness Adjustment Scale Contrast Adjustment Scale Image Auto Adjustment Adjusting Control Message Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale Vertical Position Adjustment Scale Custom Scaling Fill to Screen Fill to Aspect Ratio One to One Sharpness Sharpness Selection Clock Adjustment Scale User s Guide 4 5 Operating the Monitor OSD Menu Levels Menu Menu Menu Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Clock Phase Adjustment Scale Color 9300K 6500 K sRGB Custom Color Red Green Blue Video Color Hue Saturation Language Deutsch English Espa ol Fran ais Italiano Nederlands Management Power Saver On Off Selection Power On Recall On Off Selection Mode Display On Off Selection Serial Number Display serial number Sleep Timer Set current amp sleep time Basic Menu OSD Control Horizontal Position Adjustment Scale Vertical Position Adjustment Scale OSD Timeout Adjustment Scale 4 6 User s Guide Operating the Monitor OSD Menu Levels Menu Menu Menu Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 OSD Transparency Adjustment Scale Video Input Video Input Select Analog D SUB Controls Analog DVI Digital DVI S video Component Video Auto Detect PiP Control PiP Source S video Component Vide
35. w you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from TCO Development SE 114 94 Stockholm Sweden Fax 46 8 782 92 07 E mail Internet development tco se Current information regarding TCO 99 approved and labeled products may also be obtained over the Internet using the address http www tco info com User s Guide TCO 99 Requirements Environmental requirements Flame retardants Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards cables wires casings and housings Their purpose is to prevent or at least to delay the spread of fire Up to 30 of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame retardant substances Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride and those flame retardants are chemically related to another group of environmental toxins PCBs Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects including reproductive damage in fish eating birds and mammals due to the bio accumulative processes Flame retardants have been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in fetus development may occur The relevant TCO 99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine Flame retardants are allowed in the
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search