V191,LV1911,W1971a,W1972a,W1952a LV2011,LV2011q,W2071d,W2072a,W2072b,W2052a LV2311,W2371d 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.
Table of Contents About This Guide 1. Product Features HP LCD Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Energy Star Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chemical Substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HP Recycling Program . . . . . . . . . . .
1. Product Features HP LCD Monitors The HP LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) screen with the following features: • Large diagonal display • Maximum graphics resolution: 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz (18.
2. Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the 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 the monitor, refer to the "Connecting the Power Cable" . WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: • Do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord. Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of the monitor: • Do not open the monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If the monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact an authorized HP dealer, reseller, or service provider.
3. Setting Up the Monitor Unpacking the Monitor 1. Unpack the monitor. Make sure all contents are included. Store the packing box. 2. Turn off the computer and other attached devices. 3. Prepare a flat area to assemble the monitor. You may need a flat, soft, protected area for placing the monitor screen-down while preparing it for installation. Installing the Monitor You can install the monitor on a desktop or wall-mount it. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer.
3. Press the base into the column until it locks in position. Figure 3-2 Attaching the Base 4. Lift the monitor to an upright position and place on a flat, stable surface. Figure 3-3 Monitor in upright position Preparing the monitor for wall-mounting 1. Check the stability of the wall-mounting fixture. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury or of damage to the equipment, check that the wall-mounting fixture is adequately installed and secured before attaching the monitor.
4. Slide the base away from the bottom of the monitor. Figure 3-4 Sliding the base away from the monitor 5. Four threaded holes are exposed. These holes are for screws to attach the swing arm or other mounting fixture to the back of the monitor. 6. Follow the instructions included with the mounting fixture to ensure that the monitor is safely attached. The four threaded holes that are on the back of the panel are compliant with the VESA standard for mounting flat-panel monitors. 7.
Connecting Monitor Cables Connecting the VGA (Analog) Cable or DVI-D (Digital) Cable Use a VGA video cable or a DVI-D cable to connect your monitor to your computer. To use DVI, you must have a DVI-compliant graphic card. Connectors are located on the back of the monitor. Be sure the computer and monitor are turned off and unplugged. 1. To connect the VGA cable Connect one end of the VGA video cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the VGA video connector on the computer. 2.
High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) (Available on Select Models) Your monitor supports HDCP and can receive high-definition content. High-definition content is available in many sources, such as Blue-ray Disc devices or HDTV air or cable broadcasts. If you do not have an HDCP-enabled monitor, you will see a blank screen or a lower resolution picture when playing high-definition protected content. Your computer graphics card and monitor must both support HDCP to display protected content.
Adjusting the Tilt For optimal viewing, adjust the screen tilt to your own preference, as follows: 1. Face the front of the monitor and hold the base so that you do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt. 2. Adjust the tilt by moving the top edge of the monitor either toward or away from you, without touching the screen.
4. Operating the Monitor CD Software and Utilities The CD that is included with this monitor contains drivers and software that you can install on your computer. Installing Drivers If you determine that you need to update the drivers, you can install the monitor driver INF and ICM files from the CD, or download them from the Internet. Installing the monitor driver software from the CD To install the monitor driver software from the CD: 1. Insert the CD in your computer CD drive. The CD menu appears. 2.
Front-Panel Controls The monitor buttons are located on the bottom of the front panel Figure 4-1 Front-panel control buttons 5 4 3 2 ENWW 1 No. Icon Description 1 Power Turns the monitor on or puts it in standby or sleep mode. The Power button is located on the bottom or front of the monitor depending on the model. 2 OK If the OSD menu is on, press to select the highlighted menu item. If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) The following table lists the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selections and their functional descriptions. After changing an OSD menu item, and if the menu screen has these options, you may choose to: 12 • Cancel - to return to the previous menu level. • Save and Return - to save all changes and return to the OSD Main Menu screen. This Save and Return option is only active if you change a menu item. Chapter 4.
OSD MENU Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Brightness Adjustable scale Adjusts the brightness level of the screen. The factory default range is 90. Contrast Adjustable scale Adjusts the contrast level of the screen. The factory default range is 80. Color Selects the screen color. The factory default is 6500K or Custom Color, depending on the model. Warm (5000K) Changes color to slightly reddish white. Standard (6500K) Uses standard colors (default).
OSD MENU Icon Main Menu Submenu Description OSD Transparency Adjust to view the background information through the OSD. OSD Timeout Sets the time duration in seconds that the OSD Is visible after the last button is pressed. The range Is 5 - 60 seconds. The factory default is 30 seconds. Management Selects the OSD and power management features of the monitor. Power Saver Enables the power saving feature. Select: • On • Off The factory default is On.
OSD MENU Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Sleep Timer Provides the timer adjustment menu options: Set Current Time-sets the current time in hours and minutes • Set Sleep Time-sets the time you want to place the monitor In sleep mode • Set on Time-sets the time you want the monitor to wake up from sleep mode • Timer-sets the Sleep Timer feature On or Off.
Selecting Video Input Connectors The input connectors are: • VGA connector (analog) • DVI-D connector (digital) (Select Models) The monitor automatically determines which inputs have valid video signals, and displays the image. You can connect the VGA cable, the DVI-D cable, or both. If both cables are installed, the default input selection is DVI.The source of input can be switched using the Input Select option in the OSD menu.
Adjusting Screen Quality The auto adjustment feature automatically fine-tunes the image quality for display size, position, clock, and phase each time a new video mode is displayed. For more precise adjustments of VGA input, run the Auto Adjustment software on the CD. If you want additional image quality improvement, use the Clock and Phase controls of the monitor to fine tune the image. See "Optimizing Analog Video" in this chapter.
Sleep Timer Mode The Sleep Timer mode is an energy-saving feature that enables you to set a time for the monitor to power on and off at the same time every day. This also extends the life of the backlight bulbs in the monitor. The Sleep Timer has five settings: • Set Current Time • Set Sleep Time • Set On Time • Timer: On/Off • Sleep Now To set the timer: 1. Press the Menu button on the monitor front panel to display the OSD Menu. 2. Scroll down and highlight Management. 3.
A. Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions: Problem Solution Problem & Question ENWW Possible Solutions Power LED Is Not ON • Make sure the power button is ON and the Power Cord is properly connected to a grounded power outlet and to the monitor. No Plug & Play • In order for the Plug & Play feature of the monitor to work, you need a Plug & Play compatible computer & video card.
Getting Support from hp.com Before you contact customer service, refer to HP Technical Support at: http://www.hp.com/support Select your country/region, and then follow the links to the support page for your monitor. Preparing to Call Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem by using the troubleshooting tips in this section, you might have to call technical support. For technical support contact information, refer to the printed documentation included with the monitor.
B. Technical Specifications All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. HP LCD Monitors Face treatment: Glare polarizer with hard coating Input terminal: VGA connector DVI-D 24-pin D-type connector (select models) Table B-1 Model V191, LV1911, W1971a, W1972a, W1952a, LV2011, LV2011q, W2071d, W2072a, W2072b, W2052a, LV2311,W2371d Specifications: 18.
Preset Video Modes The monitor automatically recognizes many preset video input modes that will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. Table B-2 Factory Preset Video Input Modes, V191, LV1911, W1971a, W1972a, W1952a Item Preset Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 1 640 x 480 31.47 59.94 2 720 x 400 31.47 70.09 3 800 x 600 37.88 60.32 4 1024 x 768 48.36 60.00 5 1280 x720 45.00 60.00 6 1280 x 1024 63.98 60.02 7 1366 x 768 48.00 60.
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Your LCD Monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to high standards, to help 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 your LCD Monitor. These imperfections are caused by one or more defective pixels or subpixels.
C. 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.
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the 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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For questions regarding the product, contact: Hewlett Packard Company P. O.
Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. German Ergonomics Notice HP products which bear the "GS" approval mark, when forming part of a system comprising HP brand computers, keyboards and monitors that bear the "GS" approval mark, meet the applicable ergonomic requirements.
Power Cord Set Requirements The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line Switching (ALS). This feature allows 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.
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling or waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Turkey EEE Regulation In Conformity with the EEE Regulation EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substances Обладнання відповідаєвимогам Технічного регламенту щодо обмеження використання деяких небезпечних речовин в електричному та електронному обладнані, затвердженого постановою Кабінету Міністрів України від 3 грудня 2008 № 1057.