HP ProDisplay P17A LED Backlit Monitor User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result 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.
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................................................................................................................................ 1 HP Monitor ........................................................................................................................................... 1 2 Setting Up the Monitor ...................................................................................................................................
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1 Product Features HP Monitor The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel. The monitor's features include: ● 43.
2 Setting Up the Monitor To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then follow the instructions below. Attaching the Monitor Base 2 1. Set the base on a flat surface such as a table top. 2. Using both hands, position the pedestal over the base and press down firmly to lock it in place. Be sure the base is securely locked in place and adjust the tilt angle to the desired position.
Rear Components Component Function 1 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor 2 VGA Connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor Rear Components 3
Connecting the Cables 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. Connect the VGA signal cable provided. 3. Connect one end of the power cord to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
Front Panel Controls Table 2-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. 2 Auto Adjustment/ Minus If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image. If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels. 3 Plus If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate forward through the OSD menu and increase adjustment levels. 4 Power LED White = Fully powered.
Adjusting the Monitor Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level. Turning on the Monitor 1. Press the power button on the computer to turn it on. 2. Press the power button on the front of the monitor to turn it on. CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of time.
Using the Accessory Rails The monitor features accessory rails on the rear that can be used to mount optional devices, such as the HP speaker bar, to attach to the LCD. Refer to the documentation included with the optional device for detailed mounting instructions. Figure 2-1 Using the Accessory Rails Feature Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to install the panel on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture.
3. Remove the three screws from the back of the monitor that connect the monitor panel to the pedestal base (1), and then slide the pedestal base from the monitor panel (2). Mounting the Monitor The monitor panel can be attached to a wall, swing arm, or other mounting fixture. NOTE: 1. This apparatus is intended to be supported by UL or CSA Listed wall mount bracket. Remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base. Refer to Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base on page 7.
2. To attach the monitor to a swing arm, insert four 10mm screws through the holes on the swing arm plate and into the mounting holes on the monitor. To attach the monitor to other mounting fixtures, follow the instructions included with the mounting fixture to ensure that the monitor is safely attached. 3. Reconnect the cables to the monitor panel. Locating the Rating Labels The rating labels on the monitor provide the spare part number, product number, and serial number.
Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP.
3 Finding More Information Reference Guides Refer to the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide included on the disc with your monitor for additional information on: ● Optimizing monitor performance ● Safety and maintenance guidelines ● Installing software from the disc ● Using the OSD menu ● Downloading software from the Web ● Agency regulatory information ● Troubleshooting and recommended solutions to common problems For information on theft deterrence, refer to the HP Display Assistant User Guid
A Technical Specifications NOTE: All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. ProDisplay P17A LED Backlit Monitor Table A-1 ProDisplay P17A LED Backlit Monitor Specifications Display Type LED Backlit Viewable Image Size 43.18 cm diagonal Aspect Ratio 5:4 Tilt -5 to 25° Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 3.72 kg 17–inch diagonal 8.20 lbs Dimensions (include base) Height 38.72 cm Depth 37.
Table A-1 ProDisplay P17A LED Backlit Monitor Specifications (continued) Measured Power Consumption: Full Power 20 watts Typical Settings 15.2 watts Sleep <0.5 watts Switch Off <0.5 watts Input Terminal One VGA connector (cable included) NOTE: For the latest specifications or additional specifications on this product, go to http://www.hp.com/go/productbulletin/ and search for your specific display model to find the modelspecific QuickSpecs.
Energy Saver Feature The monitors support 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 .5 watts of power.
