HP Hewlett Packard f1503 User Manual

Notice  
Important Safety Instructions  
What the f1503 Monitor Offers  
What the f1703 Monitor Offers  
Unpacking the Monitor  
Setting Up the Monitor  
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel  
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel  
Policy for f1703 Monitor  
Technical Specifications for the  
f1703 Monitor  
Care and Cleaning  
Environmental Information  
Regulatory Information  
hp pavilion f1503/f1703 LCD Monitor  
f1503 15-inch LCD  
Monitor  
f1703 17-inch LCD  
Monitor  
hp pavilion f1503/f1703  
15-inch/17-inch  
LCD Monitor  
(15-inch/17-inch Viewable Image)  
User’s Guide  
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Important Safety Instructions  
Important Safety Instructions  
CAUTION:  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol  
inside an equilateral triangle is intended to  
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated,  
dangerous voltage which may be of sufficient  
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.  
WARNING: The exclamation point within an equilateral  
triangle is intended to alert the user to the  
presence of important operating and servicing  
instructions in the literature accompanying the  
appliance.  
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WARNING: If you are unsure that you can lift the equipment  
safely, do not try to move it without help.  
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WARNING: Before you connect any cables or install  
the HP monitor, refer to the above safety  
instructions. Also, refer to the setup poster  
and the documentation included with the PC and  
the video adapter to ensure this equipment is  
correctly installed.  
WARNING: For your safety, always connect equipment to a  
three-prong, grounded wall outlet. Always use  
a power cord with a properly grounded plug,  
such as the one provided with the equipment, or  
one in compliance with your national safety  
standards. This equipment can be disconnected  
from the power by removing the power cord  
from the power outlet. This means the  
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equipment must be located close to an easily  
accessible power outlet.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
WARNING: Use the monitor with the power adapter  
supplied with your HP monitor only.  
!
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the  
monitor cover or the power adapter. There are  
no user-serviceable parts inside. Only qualified  
service personnel should service these parts.  
Make sure the computer is turned off before  
connecting or disconnecting a display  
peripheral.  
Working in comfort  
Thank you for selecting HP monitor equipment.  
To optimize your comfort and productivity, it’s important that you set  
up your work area correctly and use your HP equipment properly.  
With that in mind, we have developed some setup and use  
recommendations based on established ergonomic principles for you  
to follow.  
These recommendations can be found in the online version of the  
Working in Comfort guide, which is preloaded on the hard disk of  
your HP computer. They can also be found on the HP Working in  
information.  
NOTE: This monitor is not intended for use in an office workspace.  
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What the f1503 Monitor Offers  
What the f1503 Monitor Offers  
Slim and space  
saving  
Full scan TFT screen  
that gives an  
edge-to-edge image  
Anti-glare  
surface  
On/Off switch  
Menu button  
Browse buttons  
Auto/Select button  
The HP f1503 monitor is a liquid crystal display (LCD) 15-inch, high  
resolution, multi-synchronous color monitor. Multi-synchronous means  
that the monitor can use a range of video modes. It is optimized for  
use with HP computers.  
The HP f1503 monitor has the following features:  
• A 15-inch LCD; thin film transistor (TFT) with an anti-glare surface  
• Support of video modes up to 1024 x 768 at a 75 Hz refresh rate  
• Analog VGA interface connector for connecting to the computer  
• True color (16 million colors)  
• Adjustable pedestal for positioning the tilt and level of the monitor  
screen  
• Auto-adjustment of display position, clock, and phase for the VGA  
interface  
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What the f1503 Monitor Offers  
• An On Screen Display (OSD) manager that allows you to adjust  
settings through onscreen menus  
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• Power-management system (VESA standard) controlled from  
suitably equipped HP computers to automatically reduce the  
power consumption of the monitor  
NOTE: As an ENERGY STAR® partner, HP has determined that  
this product meets ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy  
efficiency.  
• Low power consumption: 40 W maximum  
• Compliance with stringent Swedish Low Emissions guidelines  
TCO ’99  
• Plug and Play capability enabling the monitor to identify itself to  
suitably equipped HP computers  
• Slot for security lock  
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VESA is the Video Electronics Standards Association.  
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What the f1703 Monitor Offers  
What the f1703 Monitor Offers  
Slim and space  
saving  
Full scan TFT screen  
that gives an  
edge-to-edge image  
Anti-glare  
surface  
On/Off switch  
Menu button  
Browse buttons  
Auto/Select button  
The HP f1703 monitor is a liquid crystal display (LCD) 17-inch, high  
resolution, multi-synchronous color monitor. Multi-synchronous means  
that the monitor can use a range of video modes. It is optimized for  
use with HP computers.  
The HP f1703 monitor has the following features:  
• A 17-inch LCD; thin film transistor (TFT) with an anti-glare surface  
• Support of video modes up to 1280 x 1024 at a 75 Hz  
refresh rate  
• Analog VGA interface connector for connecting to the computers  
• True color (16 million colors)  
• Adjustable pedestal for positioning the tilt and level of the monitor  
screen  
• Auto-adjustment of display position, clock, and phase for the VGA  
interface  
• An On Screen Display (OSD) manager that allows you to adjust  
settings through onscreen menus  
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What the f1703 Monitor Offers  
• Low power consumption: 50 W maximum  
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• Power-management system (VESA standard) controlled from  
suitably equipped HP computers to automatically reduce the  
power consumption of the monitor  
NOTE: As an ENERGY STAR partner, HP has determined that this  
product meets ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy  
efficiency.  
• Plug and Play capability enabling the monitor to identify itself to  
suitably equipped HP computers  
• Slot for security lock  
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VESA is the Video Electronics Standards Association.  
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Unpacking the Monitor  
Unpacking the Monitor  
Check for the following items. If they are missing or damaged,  
consult your retailer immediately.  
• 1 liquid crystal display (LCD)  
• 1 power cord  
• 1 DC adapter with an attached DC cable  
• 1 set of speakers with a DC cable or speaker DC power adapter  
• 1 video cable (VGA)  
• 1 quick setup poster  
• 1 warranty booklet  
• 1 CD-ROM disc  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
Setting Up the Monitor  
Place the monitor on a flat, sturdy surface. Ensure that the operating  
site is free from excessive heat and moisture. For best performance,  
make sure nothing is resting on the monitor.  
Connecting the power and video cables  
Before you connect any cables or install the HP monitor, refer to the  
safety instructions at the beginning of this manual. Refer also to the  
documentation that came with the computer to ensure this equipment  
is correctly installed.  
Look at the following diagram and follow the steps listed below  
to connect the cables to the f1503 15-inch LCD monitor or the  
f1703 17-inch LCD monitor.  
Speaker  
VGA  
Speaker  
power cable  
Power  
DC adapter  
cord  
with attached  
DC cable  
Video cable  
Power  
(VGA)  
source  
CAUTION:  
These monitors are equipped with an  
auto-sensing power supply for voltage ranges  
100—240 V , 50/60 Hz. Use the monitor with  
the supplied DC adapter only.  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
To connect the cables to the f1503/f1703 monitor:  
1 Turn off the computer.  
2 Plug the video cable into the video connector (VGA) on the back  
of the monitor and into the corresponding video connector on the  
computer. Secure the cable by tightening the thumbscrews.  
3 Plug the DC adapter cable into the connector on the back of the  
monitor.  
4 Plug the power cord into the DC adapter and into the main power  
source. Refer to the warnings in “Important Safety Instructions” on  
page 4 for power source connection requirements.  
5 Turn on the main power source (for example, a surge protector),  
and then turn on the power switch for both the computer and the  
monitor.  
To disconnect the cables from the f1503/f1703 monitor:  
1 Turn off the power switch for the monitor and the computer and  
then turn off the main power source.  
2 Disconnect the power cord from the main power source and from  
the DC adapter cable.  
3 Disconnect the DC adapter cable from the connector at the back  
of the monitor.  
4 Unscrew the thumbscrews on the video cable and disconnect the  
video cable.  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
Connecting speakers to the monitor  
The monitor is designed for use with the speakers supplied by HP.  
You may have two speakers, or two speakers and an optional  
subwoofer (not included with the monitor).  
The left and right speakers sit on the desktop. The right speaker  
features:  
• On/Volume knob  
• Headphones connector  
• Stereo audio cable (green plug) that plugs into the PC or the  
subwoofer  
• Hardwired audio cable that goes to the left speaker  
• Connector that accepts a subwoofer control cable  
• Receptacle for the power cable  
Speaker  
power connector  
On/volume  
control  
Headphone  
connector  
Subwoofer  
Audio cable  
connector  
to left speaker  
Stereo audio  
cable  
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The optional subwoofer sits on the desktop, or under your computer  
desk. The subwoofer features:  
• On button (front)  
• Volume knob (front)  
• Audio cable (green plug) that plugs into the PC  
• Control cable (purple plug) that plugs into the right speaker  
• Connector (green) that accepts the right speaker stereo  
audio cable  
• Receptacle for the power adapter cable  
Audio cable  
On/off  
button  
Audio  
connector  
Control cable  
Volume  
Power  
knob  
connector  
Power  
adapter  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
To connect a two-speaker system (without a subwoofer):  
1 Place the speakers in a location near the monitor.  
2 Connect the right speaker to the appropriate power source:  
• If the monitor came with a power cable, plug the power cable  
into the back of the right speaker and into the back of the  
monitor.  
• If the monitor came with a power adapter for the speakers, plug  
the power adapter cable into the back of the right speaker and  
plug the power adapter into the main power source (for  
example, a surge protector).  
3 Plug the right speaker audio cable (green plug) into the PC. Refer  
to your PC user’s guide for instruction on how to connect your  
speakers to the PC.  
4 Turn on the PC, the monitor, and the speakers.  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
To connect a two-speaker and subwoofer system:  
1 Place the speakers and subwoofer in the appropriate locations  
near the monitor.  
2 Plug the power cable into the back of the right speaker and into  
the back of the monitor.  
3 Plug the power adapter cable into the back of the subwoofer and  
then plug the power adapter into the main power source.  
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4 Connect the two speakers to the subwoofer:  
• Plug the right speaker audio cable (green plug) into the green  
subwoofer connector.  
• Plug the control cable (purple plug) from the subwoofer into the  
purple connector on the right speaker.  
• Plug the subwoofer audio cable (green plug) into the PC. Refer  
to your PC user’s guide for instructions on how to connect your  
speakers to the PC.  
To PC  
Power  
adapter  
5 Turn on the PC, the monitor, the subwoofer, and the speakers.  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
Adjusting the Position of the Monitor Screen  
The f1503 or f1703 monitor screen is attached to an adjustable  
pedestal, allowing you to position the monitor screen for best  
viewing in your particular environment.  
To adjust the monitor position:  
1 Grasp the sides of the monitor screen and gently but firmly tilt the  
top of screen forward or backward to the desired angle.  
2 While still holding the screen sides, move the screen up or down  
to the appropriate height within the range of the pedestal arm.  
Adjustable pedestal arm  
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Setting Up the Monitor  
Securing the monitor  
The f1503 or f1703 monitor can be secured to a desk or to any  
other fixed object, using a Kensington lock security cable. The cable  
can be attached to a slot located on the rear of the monitor base.  
NOTE: The Kensington lock is not an HP accessory. It cannot be  
ordered from HP. Contact your retailer for more  
information.  
Slot for lock  
To secure the monitor:  
1 Insert the lock in the slot located on the rear of the monitor base.  
2 Turn the key to lock the cable to the monitor.  
3 Remove the key and store it in a safe place.  
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Installing the Drivers  
Installing the Drivers  
The HP monitor comes with driver software allowing you to take  
advantage of the Plug and Play feature of the Windows® Me,  
Windows 2000, or Windows XP operating system. This software  
enables the computer to communicate with the monitor and use all  
the monitor features. Without this software, the monitor settings and  
display images cannot be correct.  
NOTE: HP computers may come with the Plug and Play drivers  
pre-installed. If you have an older computer, these drivers  
may not be pre-installed and you may need to install the  
drivers from the CD-ROM disc that came with the monitor.  
You can also download the latest version of a driver from the  
your country/region, and then follow the links to the support page  
for monitors.  
Windows 2000 users  
NOTE: The procedure for installing the driver for your operating  
system may vary.  
To install the driver for the f1503 or f1703 monitor:  
1 Click Start, select Settings, and then click Control Panel.  
2 Double-click Display.  
3 Click the Settings tab.  
4 Click Advanced Properties or Advanced, and select the  
Monitor tab.  
5 Click Properties.  
6 Click the Driver tab.  
7 Click Update Driver and click Next.  
8 Select the recommended option and then click Next.  
9 Select the Specify a Location box.  
10 Find and open the f1503.inf (f1503 15-inch) or the f1703.inf  
(f1703 17-inch) file on the CD-ROM disc in the Drivers directory,  
and click OK.  
11 Click Next to install the selected monitor.  
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Installing the Drivers  
Windows Me users  
NOTE: The procedure for installing the driver for your operating  
system may vary.  
To install the driver for the f1503 or f1703 monitor:  
1 Click Start, select Settings, and then click Control Panel.  
2 Click Display.  
3 Select the Settings tab.  
4 Click the Advanced button.  
5 Select the Monitor tab.  
6 Click the Change button.  
7 Select the Specify a Location box.  
8 Find and open the f1503.inf (f1503 15-inch) or the f1703.inf  
(f1703 17-inch) file on the CD-ROM disc in the Drivers directory,  
and click OK.  
9 Click Next to install the selected monitor.  
Windows XP users  
NOTE: The procedure for installing the driver for your operating  
system may vary.  
To install the driver for the f1503 or f1703 monitor:  
1 Click Start.  
2 Click Control Panel.  
3 Click Appearance and Themes.  
4 Click Display.  
5 Select the Settings tab.  
6 Click the Advanced button.  
7 Select the Monitor tab.  
8 Click Properties.  
9 Select the Driver tab.  
10 Click Update Driver and click Next.  
11 Select the recommended option and then click Next.  
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Installing the Drivers  
12 Select the Specify a Location box.  
13 Find and open the f1503.inf (f1503 15-inch) or the f1703.inf  
(f1703 17-inch) file on the CD-ROM disc in the Drivers directory,  
and click OK.  
14 Click Next to install the selected monitor.  
If the installation procedure of the monitor driver for the  
Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP operating system  
is different, or if you need more detailed installation information,  
please refer to the Microsoft Windows information that came with  
the computer.  
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Using the Monitor  
Using the Monitor  
There are five control buttons on the f1503 or f1703 monitor. They  
perform the following operations:  
On/Off switch  
Menu button  
Browse buttons  
Auto/Select button  
Control  
button/icon  
Function when not in  
On Screen Display  
Function in  
On Screen Display  
Menu: Opens and closes  
the On Screen Display  
window  
Closes setting screens  
and exits On Screen  
Display  
menu  
Left Browse/Brightness: Navigates setting menus  
Shortcut to Brightness setting  
screen  
and adjusts settings  
Right Browse/Contrast:  
Shortcut to Contrast setting  
screen  
Navigates setting menus  
and adjusts settings  
Auto/Select: Performs an  
auto-adjustment to optimize  
image quality  
Acts as an Enter (Select)  
key to select setting  
screen options  
select  
On/Off: Turns the monitor  
on or off  
Turns the monitor on  
or off  
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Using the Monitor  
Using the Auto-Adjustment function  
You can easily optimize the screen performance for the VGA  
interface by using the Select button and the auto-adjustment pattern  
software (Adjustment pattern.exe) on the CD-ROM disc provided.  
1 Insert the provided CD-ROM disc into the computer.  
2 Run the software file D:\Adjustment pattern.exe to display a setup  
test pattern.  
3 Press the Select button to produce a stable, centered image.  
The optimizer utility on the CD-ROM contains the drivers for  
Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP. For the f1503  
monitor, use the D:\Drivers\f1503.inf file. For the f1703 monitor,  
use the D:\Drivers\f1703.inf file.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
• Installing the monitor for the first time.  
• Changing the resolution (number of pixels on the display) or  
refresh rate (vertical scan frequency rate).  
• Changing the graphic card.  
• Connecting the monitor to a different computer.  
• Using the Factory Settings function. See “Using the Factory settings  
option” on page 35.  
NOTE: For best performance, it is recommended that you select a  
video mode of 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz for the f1503 monitor  
and 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz for the f1703 monitor on the  
computer.  
Using the On Screen Display  
The monitor comes pre-configured to provide the best viewing  
image. However, you can fine-tune the display by using On Screen  
Display (OSD). The monitor control buttons allow you to open the On  
Screen Display to select and adjust display settings.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
To adjust display settings:  
1 Press the Menu button to open On Screen Display to the OSD  
Main Menu.  
On Screen Display screen  
2 Press a Browse button to navigate the setting menus; see the  
following setting menus table.  
3 When the menu you want is selected, press the Select button to  
open the setting screen for that option.  
NOTE: Some main menu selections open submenus. When a  
sub-menu opens, choose the appropriate option menu and  
then press the Select button to open the setting screen for  
that option.  
4 Adjust the setting by using the instructions described in the topics  
that follow for each type of setting.  
5 To exit On Screen Display, press the Menu button or choose Exit  
and press the Select button.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Setting menus  
The menus on the OSD Main Menu in the On Screen Display screen  
offer different setting options, shown in the following table:  
Icon  
Setting menu  
Setting description  
Brightness/  
Contrast  
Adjusts the brightness or the difference  
between the light and dark area.  
Image Control  
Adjusts the:  
Horizontal position of the screen image.  
Vertical position of the screen image.  
Frequency of the pixel clock to minimize  
vertical bar.  
Phase value to minimize horizontal jitters.  
Displays a sub-menu with two options:  
Advanced  
Color: Adjusts the color tint of white, and  
the red, green, and blue (RGB) mix for  
colors.  
OSD (On Screen Display) settings: Adjusts  
the position, timeout, and notification  
features of the On Screen Display  
window.  
Auto  
Configuration  
Adjusts the main settings and produces a  
stable, centered image.  
Factory settings  
Resets the display to original factory settings  
for color, brightness, phase, and clock.  
Language  
Shows the language of the OSD window.  
Information  
Shows the current resolution and refresh rate;  
shows the serial number of the display; shows  
the power-on hours, and the backlight hours.  
Exit  
Closes the OSD window.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Adjusting the Horizontal Position, Vertical Position,  
Clock, Phase, Contrast, or Brightness settings  
To change Horizontal Position, Vertical Position, Clock, Phase,  
Contrast, or Brightness settings:  
1 Open the appropriate setting screen (Brightness/Contrast or  
Image Control). See “Using the On Screen Display” on page 25.  
2 Press the Browse buttons to select the setting you want to adjust.  
3 Press Select to choose the setting.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
4 Press the Browse buttons to adjust the setting. The setting is  
automatically saved as you adjust it.  
• Horizontal Position — press the left Browse button to move the  
horizontal position to the left, and press the right Browse button  
to move the horizontal position to the right.  
• Vertical Position — press the left Browse button to move the  
vertical position down, and press the right Browse button to  
move the vertical position up.  
• Clock — press the left Browse button to decrease the clock  
setting value, and press the right Browse button to increase the  
clock setting value.  
• Phase — press the left Browse button to decrease phase setting  
values, and press the right Browse button to increase phase  
setting values.  
• Contrast — press the left Browse button to decrease the contrast,  
and press the right Browse button to increase the contrast.  
• Brightness — press the left Browse button to decrease the  
brightness, and press the right Browse button to increase the  
brightness.  
NOTE: You can revert to the factory settings for any of these options  
by choosing Default settings.  
5 Choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to return to  
the OSD Main Menu, or press the Menu button to exit OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Adjusting the Color settings  
The Color setting screen is under the Advanced menu. See “Using  
the On Screen Display” on page 25. Three options appear on the  
Color setting screen: 9300 K, 6500 K, and User Color. 9300 K and  
6500 K refer to tints of white. The 9300 K setting is often used for  
office environments or fluoresent lighting. The 6500 K setting is often  
used in environments with incandescent lighting. The User Color  
setting lets you individually adjust the red, green, and blue (RGB) mix  
for color generation.  
To adjust tints of white:  
1 Open the Color settings screen.  
2 Press the Browse buttons to select a tint of white. Choose either  
9300 K or 6500 K.  
3 Choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to save the  
tint setting and return to the OSD Main Menu, or press the Menu  
button to exit OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
To adjust User Color:  
1 Open the Color settings screen.  
2 Press the Browse buttons until User Color is selected.  
3 Press the Select button to check this option.  
4 Press the Browse buttons to select the color you want to adjust.  
5 Press the Select button to activate the adjustable setting for the  
color you selected.  
6 Press the Browse buttons to change the color value.  
7 After the color is adjusted, press the Select button to deactivate the  
adjustable setting.  
8 Repeat steps 4 through 7 for each color you want to adjust.  
9 Choose Save and return to save the changes you have made and  
return to the previous menu screen or choose Cancel to undo any  
changes. Press the Select button.  
10 Choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to save the  
tint setting and return to the OSD Main Menu, or press the Menu  
button to exit OSD.  
NOTE: To keep the color values as they were before any  
adjustments were made, choose Cancel and then press the  
Menu button.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Adjusting the OSD settings  
There are four adjustable options on the OSD settings screen: Lock  
OSD settings, Timeout, H Position, and V Position.  
To change OSD settings:  
1 Open the OSD setting screen under the Advanced menu. See  
“Using the On Screen Display” on page 25.  
2 Press the Browse buttons to select the option you want to adjust.  
3 Press the Select button to check the option.  
To change OSD lock setting:  
1 Press the Browse button to select yes (lock) or no (unlock). The  
setting is automatically saved when you change the value.  
2 Choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to return to  
the OSD Main Menu or press the Menu button to exit OSD.  
NOTE: Once OSD is locked, all OSD functions including the  
shortcut buttons are disabled. If OSD is locked, pressing  
any button on the monitor directly opens the Lock OSD  
settings window so that you can unlock OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
To adjust OSD Timeout:  
You can set the OSD (On Screen Display) screen to turn off  
automatically when you are not using it.  
1 Press the Browse buttons to select how long the On Screen Display  
screen appears before automatically turning off. The setting is  
automatically saved as you adjust it.  
2 Choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to return to  
the OSD Main Menu, or press the Menu button to exit OSD.  
To adjust OSD H Position:  
You can adjust the horizontal position of the OSD (On Screen  
Display) screen.  
1 Press the Browse buttons to position the OSD screen. The setting is  
automatically saved as you adjust it.  
2 When the screen is in the horizontal position you want you can  
either choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to  
return to the OSD Main Menu and make adjustments to other  
settings, or press the Menu button to exit OSD.  
To adjust OSD V Position:  
You can adjust the vertical position of the OSD (On Screen Display)  
screen.  
1 Press the Browse buttons to position the OSD screen. The setting is  
automatically saved as you adjust it.  
2 When the screen is in the vertical position you want you can either  
choose Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to return to  
the OSD Main Menu and make adjustments to other settings, or  
press the Menu button to exit OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Using the Auto Configuration option  
Position, Clock, and Phase to optimize the image quality. Before  
using this option be sure you are viewing a full Windows screen, or  
using the test pattern provided on the CD. The test pattern software  
file is named Adjustment pattern.exe.  
To change settings with Auto Configuration:  
1 Open the Auto Configuration setting screen. See “Using the On  
Screen Display” on page 25. A window with a progress bar  
appears and displays until the process is done.  
2 Press the Select button to proceed with the reset, or press the Menu  
button to exit without resetting.  
3 If you reset the settings you can either choose Exit sub-menu  
and press the Select button to return to the OSD Main Menu  
and make adjustments to other settings, or press the Menu  
button to exit OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Using Factory settings restores original factory settings for Color,  
Brightness, Phase, and Clock. This re-establishes pre-set color settings  
for the best possible brightness.  
To use Factory settings:  
1 Open the Factory settings screen. See “Using the On Screen  
Display” on page 25.  
2 Press the Browse buttons to select whether or not you want to  
restore the factory settings.  
3 Press the Select button to proceed.  
4 If you reset with Factory settings you can either choose  
Exit sub-menu and press the Select button to return to the  
OSD Main Menu and make adjustments to other settings,  
or press the Menu button to exit OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Selecting a Language for On Screen Display  
You can choose to view On Screen Display in English, Spanish,  
French, German, Italian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese.  
To change the language of On Screen Display:  
1 Open the Languages setting screen. See “Using the On Screen  
Display” on page 25.  
2 Press the Browse buttons to choose a language. The setting is  
automatically saved.  
3 After selecting a language you can either choose Exit sub-menu  
and press the Select button to return to the OSD Main Menu and  
make adjustments to other settings, or press the Menu button to  
exit OSD.  
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings  
Viewing serial number,  
resolution mode, working time information  
You may need to provide the display serial number or other  
information, such as the monitor resolution mode or backlight  
working time, to HP Support technicians to help them serve you  
better during a Support call.  
The backlight hours refers to the elapsed time of usage for the light  
behind the display screen. The expected lifespan of the backlight is  
approximately 25,000 to 30,000 hours. At some point after the  
maximum usage time of the backlight has been exceeded, you may  
notice a decrease in brightness of up to 50%. At this point, the  
backlight needs to be replaced to restore full brightness.  
CAUTION:  
The backlight can be replaced only by a trained  
technician. Please contact the HP Support Center  
for assistance. Do not attempt to replace the  
light yourself.  
NOTE: Do not use a screen saver with the LCD monitor, as the  
backlight is used. It is recommended that you enable an  
automatic power saving mode, or switch off the monitor  
when not in use.  
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To view the serial number, resolution mode, or working time:  
1 Open the Information setting screen. See “Using the On Screen  
Display” on page 25. The current and recommended resolution  
mode, the serial number, the total monitor working time, and  
backlight working time displays.  
2
After viewing the information you can either choose Exit sub-menu  
and press the Select button to return to the OSD Main Menu and  
make adjustments to other settings, or press the Menu button to  
exit OSD.  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
If you are having trouble with the monitor, these tips may help you  
solve the problem. Try the following steps before calling HP.  
NOTE: The On Screen Display manager also features pop-up  
warning messages for certain situations, such as if you  
attempt to set the monitor resolution outside the  
recommended range.  
If you find:  
No picture and the light indicator on the front of the LCD panel is off:  
• Check that the monitor is turned on.  
• Check that the power cord is properly connected.  
• Check the electrical outlet.  
• Connect the monitor to another computer to determine if there is a  
problem with the computer rather than with the monitor.  
No picture and the light indicator on the front of the LCD panel is on:  
• Check that the computer is turned on.  
• Check that the monitor is not in power-saving mode.  
or the control buttons.  
• Check that the video cable has no bent pins.  
problem with the computer rather than the monitor.  
Picture is fuzzy:  
• Adjust the monitor using the Auto-Adjustment function. See “Using  
the Auto-Adjustment function” on page 24.  
• If you are running the Windows Me, Windows 2000, or  
Windows XP operating system, install the Plug and Play  
driver (.inf file). See “Installing the Drivers” on page 20.  
• For the f1503 monitor, change the resolution to the recommended  
resolution of 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz.  
• For the f1703 monitor, change the resolution to the recommended  
resolution of 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz.  
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Pixels are missing:  
• See “LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for f1503 Monitor” on  
page 41.  
• See “LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for f1703 Monitor” on  
page 42.  
Colors are not pure:  
• Check that the video cable has no bent pins and is firmly attached  
• Restore the original factory colors setting. See “Using the Factory  
settings option” on page 35.  
• Adjust the RGB (red, green, and blue) colors. See “Adjusting the  
Color settings” on page 30.  
Picture is not centered:  
• Adjust the monitor using the Auto-Adjustment function. See “Using  
the Auto-Adjustment function” on page 24.  
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LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for f1503 Monitor  
LCD Monitor Quality and  
Pixel Policy for f1503 Monitor  
f1503 15-inch monitor  
The HP f1503 TFT 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 f1503 displays. These imperfections are  
caused by one or more defective pixels or sub-pixels.  
• A pixel consists of one red, one green, and one blue sub-pixel.  
• A defective whole pixel is always turned on (a bright spot on a  
dark background), or it is always off (a dark spot on a bright  
background). The first is the more visible of the two.  
• 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 f1503 display does not have more than:  
• 5 total dot defects.  
• Zero defective full pixels.  
• 3 bright sub-pixels (red, green or blue; always on).  
• 5 dark sub-pixels (red, green or blue; always off).  
• No more than two adjacent (less than 2.5 mm edge-to-edge)  
defective pixels.  
• No more than two pairs of two adjacent defective pixels.  
To locate defective pixels, the monitor should be viewed under  
normal operating conditions, in normal operating mode at a  
supported resolution and refresh rate, from a distance of  
approximately 50 cm (16 in.).  
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.  
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LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for f1703 Monitor  
LCD Monitor Quality and  
Pixel Policy for f1703 Monitor  
f1703 17-inch monitor  
The HP f1703 TFT 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 f1703 displays. These imperfections are  
caused by one or more defective pixels or sub-pixels.  
• A pixel consists of one red, one green, and one blue sub-pixel.  
• A defective whole pixel is always turned on (a bright spot on a  
dark background), or it is always off (a dark spot on a bright  
background). The first is the more visible of the two.  
• 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 f1703 display does not have more than:  
• 5 total dot defects.  
• Zero defective full pixels.  
• 3 bright sub-pixels (red, green or blue; always on).  
• 5 dark sub-pixels (red, green or blue; always off).  
• No more than two adjacent (less than 2.5 mm edge-to-edge)  
defective pixels.  
• No more than two pairs of two adjacent defective pixels.  
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 50 cm (16 in.).  
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.  
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Technical Specifications for the f1503 Monitor  
Technical Specifications for the f1503 Monitor  
f1503 15-inch monitor  
Liquid Crystal Display Size  
Display (LCD)  
15-in. (38 cm) diagonal and  
viewable image  
Type  
Video  
Synchronization  
Input Connector  
TFT liquid crystal display  
0.7 V (0,7 V) p-p analog RGB  
Separated H/V (TTL level)  
Analog R, G, B separate  
H, V sync.  
Input Signal  
Interface  
Scanning  
Frequency  
Horizontal  
Vertical  
30–63 kHz  
56–76 Hz  
Max. Resolution 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz  
(H x V)  
Recommended 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz  
Resolution  
(H x V)  
Power Source AC/DC Adapter  
Input Rating:  
100–240 V , 2 A max  
Output Rating:  
12 V  
, 3.5A  
Frequency: 50/60 Hz  
Power Consumption: Less than  
40 W in operating mode  
Operating  
Environment  
Temperature  
Humidity  
10° C to 35° C  
20% RH through 80% RH  
(without condensation)  
Storage  
Environment  
Temperature  
Humidity  
–10° C to 60° C  
5% RH through 90% RH  
(without condensation)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
W x D x H  
With stand: 363 x 258 x 443 mm  
(14.29 x 10.16 x 17.44 in)  
With stand: 4.5 Kg (9.9 lbs)  
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Technical Specifications for the f1503 Monitor  
Tilt Stand  
Maximum tilt  
angle range  
–47.5 degrees – +9.5 degrees  
Tilt range may vary depending  
on your height adjustment.  
Maximum  
4.72”/120 mm.  
height adjustment  
(inches/millimeters)  
Height adjustment may vary  
depending on tilt angle  
adjustment.  
Security Lock  
Monitor cabinet is provided with a slot allowing the use  
of Kensington lock device.  
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Technical Specifications for the f1703 Monitor  
Technical Specifications for the f1703 Monitor  
f1703 17-inch monitor  
Liquid Crystal Display Size  
Display (LCD)  
17-in. (43 cm) diagonal and  
viewable image  
Type  
Video  
Synchronization  
Input Connector  
Horizontal  
Vertical  
TFT liquid crystal display  
0.7 Vp-p analog RGB  
Separated H/V (TTL level)  
15-pin D-SUB (Analog)  
30–83 kHz  
Input Signal  
Interface  
Scanning  
Frequency  
56–76 Hz  
Max. Resolution 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz  
(H x V)  
Recommended 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz  
Resolution  
(H x V)  
Power Source AC/DC Adapter  
Input Rating:  
100–240 V , 2 A max  
Output Rating:  
12 V  
, 3.75 A  
Frequency: 50/60 Hz  
Power Consumption: Less than  
50 W in operating mode  
Operating  
Environment  
Temperature  
Humidity  
10° C to 35° C  
20% RH through 80% RH  
(without condensation)  
Storage  
Environment  
Temperature  
Humidity  
–10° C to 60° C  
5% RH through 90% RH  
(without condensation)  
Dimensions  
Weight  
W x D x H  
With standard stand: 404 x 274 x 482 mm  
(15.91 x 10.79 x 18.98 in.)  
With standard stand: 7 Kg (15.43 lbs)  
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Tilt Stand  
Maximum tilt angle  
range  
–47.5 degrees – +9.5 degrees  
Tilt range may vary depending  
on your height adjustment.  
Maximum height  
adjustment range  
(inches/millimeters)  
4.52”/115mm.  
Height adjustment may vary  
depending on tilt angle  
adjustment.  
Security Lock  
Monitor cabinet is provided with a slot allowing the use  
of Kensington lock device.  
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Care and Cleaning  
Care and Cleaning  
To maximize the screen lifespan of this product and to prevent  
damage to the liquid crystal display, it is recommended that you:  
• Do not let liquid get on or into the monitor.  
• Do not store or use the monitor in locations exposed to heat, direct  
sunlight, or extreme cold.  
• Do not store or use the monitor in a dusty environment or in  
locations exposed to high humidity.  
• Do not press sharp or pointed objects against the monitor.  
• Avoid touching or pressing the screen of the monitor.  
• Avoid setting contrast and brightness to their maximum levels for  
prolonged periods.  
• Turn off the monitor when not in use.  
• Clean the screen with isopropyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol diluted  
with water (1:1) to prevent damage to the screen’s anti-glare  
coating.  
To clean the screen:  
1 Turn off the monitor and remove the power plug (pull the plug, not  
the cable).  
2 Soak a soft gauze cloth with isopropyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol  
diluted with water (1:1) and gently wipe the surface of the monitor.  
Do not dust it or wipe it with a cloth dampened with pure water.  
3 Dry with a clean, soft cotton cloth.  
CAUTION:  
Never use pure water to clean the LCD screen.  
Do not use cleaning solutions containing  
fluoride, acids, or alkalis. Do not use ketone  
substances such as acetone or solvents such as  
xylene or toluene to clean the monitor. Do not  
use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any volatile  
substance to clean the monitors screen or  
cabinet. These chemicals may damage the  
monitor.  
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Environmental Information  
Environmental Information  
HP has a strong commitment to the environment. The HP monitor has  
been designed with respect for the environment as much as possible.  
HP can also take back your old monitor for recycling when it reaches  
the end of its useful life.  
HP has a product take-back program in several countries/regions.  
The collected equipment is sent to one of HP’s recycling facilities in  
Europe or the USA. As many parts as possible are reused. The  
remainder is recycled. Special care is taken with batteries and other  
potentially toxic substances; these are reduced to harmless  
components through a special chemical process. If you require more  
details about HP’s product take-back program, contact your dealer  
or your nearest HP sales office.  
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Regulatory Information  
Regulatory Information  
Notice for the USA: FCC Class B Statement  
Federal Communications Commission  
Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning:  
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, that can be determined by turning the equipment off and  
on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.  
Modifications  
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to  
this device that are not expressly approved by HP may void the user’s authority to  
operate the equipment.  
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.  
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Regulatory Information  
Notice for the USA: Declaration of Conformity for  
Products Marked with FCC Logo  
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:  
USA contact: Hewlett-Packard Company  
P.O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113  
Houston, TX 77269-2000  
or call (+1) (208) 472-4357 (208-4PC-HELP)  
For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact:  
USA contact: Hewlett-Packard Company  
Corporate Product Regulations Manager  
P.O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113  
Houston, TX 77269-2000  
or call (+1) (281) 514-3333  
To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the  
product.  
Notice for Canada  
This Class “B” digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-  
Causing Equipment Regulations.  
Avis Canadien  
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement  
sur le materiél brouilleur du Canada.  
European Union Notice  
Products bearing the CE Marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and  
the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European  
Community and if this product has telecommunication functionality, the RTTE Directive  
(1999/5/EC).  
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Regulatory Information  
Compliance with these directive implies conformity to the following European norms  
(in parentheses are the equivalent international standards and regulations):  
EN 55022 (CISPR 22) — Electromagnetic Interference  
EN 55024 (IEC6100-4-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11) — Electromagnetic Immunity  
EN 61000-3-2 (IEC6100-3-2) — Power Line Harmonics  
EN 61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3) — Power Line Flicker  
EN 60950 (IEC 60950) — Product Safety  
MPRII Statement  
The monitor complies with MPRII guidelines for upper limits of electrostatic and  
magnetic field emissions, from the Swedish National Board of Measurement and  
Testing.  
Notice for Korea  
Notice for Germany  
Hinweis für Deutschland: Geräuschemission  
Lärmangabe nach Maschinenlärmverordnung — 3 GSGV  
(Deutschland)  
LpA < 70db am Arbeitsplatz normaler Betrieb nach  
EN27779: 11.92  
Notice for Japan (Class B)  
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Regulatory Information  
Power Cords  
The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the monitor meets the  
requirements for use in the country/region where you purchased the equipment.  
If you need to obtain a power cord for a different country/region, you should  
purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country/region.  
The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked  
on the product 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 diameter of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm2 or 18AWG, and  
the length of the cord must be between 6 feet (1.8m) and 12 feet (3.6m). 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.  
Energy Star Compliance  
Hewlett-Packard Pavilion PCs and Monitors marked with the ENERGY STAR® logo on  
the packaging box qualify with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY  
STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.  
Products with the ENERGY STAR® label are designed to use less energy, help you save  
money on utility bills, and help protect the environment.  
ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark owned by the U.S. government.  
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Regulatory Information  
TCO ’99  
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. Electronics equipment in  
offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot  
of energy.  
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.  
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Regulatory Information  
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.  
Below, 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): [email protected]  
Current information regarding TCO ’99 approved and labeled  
products may also be obtained over the Internet, using the address:  
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Regulatory Information  
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,  
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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 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 colour-generating layers of  
display screens and the electrical or electronics components must not  
contain any cadmium.  
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Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living  
organisms.  
Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative.  
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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 boards. 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.  
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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.  
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Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative.  
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