
HP 18.1” LCD Color Monitor User’s Guide
Configuring Your Monitor
Setting the Timer
Your monitor has a time control function that can prolong the lifetime of your monitor. This enables you to set a time for your monitor to power on and power off each day. To set the timer:
1 Select 
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to enter the TIMER submenu.
2Select the feature you require using the ![]()
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  | When the monitor is in power off mode the front panel indicator flashes amber.  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Every time your monitor is unplugged you will need to reset your monitor’s timer.