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Setting Up the Monitor

3–6 Features may vary by model.

User’s Guide

Connecting the HDMI Cable (Select Models Only)

Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to a computer with an HDMI 
connector.

Audio and Video Cables and Adapters

The following table shows the cable and adapter types that may be required to connect the monitor to the computer, 
TV, or set-top box.
The number and type of cables required may vary by model. Some cables and adapters are included for select 
models only and may be sold separately.

Cable/Adapter 

Name

Description

HDMI cable

HDMI transmits an all-digital signal. It is the 
recommended choice for playback from a DVD 
or DVR.
HDMI is capable of transmitting both 
uncompressed digital audio and digital video 
signals, because it has video, audio, and control 
signals.

DVI cable

DVI transmits an all-digital video signal.

VGA cable

VGA transmits an analog video signal.

DVI-to-VGA adapter

Connects a DVI monitor to a VGA connector on the 
back of the computer, TV, or set-top box or connects 
a VGA monitor to a DVI connector on the back of 
the computer, TV, or set-top box.

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Page 2: ...her language without the prior written consent of HP Hewlett Packard Company 10955 Tantau Avenue Cupertino California 95014 0770 USA Copyright 2006 2009 Hewlett Packard Development Company L P Microsoft and Windows are U S registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR logo are U S registered marks of th...

Page 3: ...de blocks of text may be accompanied by an icon These blocks are notes cautions and warnings and they are used as follows WARNING Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life CAUTION Indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information NOTE Indicates additional information ...

Page 4: ...iv Features may vary by model User s Guide ...

Page 5: ...ng the HDMI Cable Select Models Only 3 6 Audio and Video Cables and Adapters 3 6 High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP 3 7 Connecting the Audio Cable 3 7 Connecting the Power Cable 3 8 Cable Management 3 9 Adjusting the Tilt 3 9 Adjusting the Swivel 3 10 Keyboard Parking 3 10 4 Operating the Monitor CD Software and Utilities 4 1 Installing Drivers 4 1 Downloading updated drivers from the ...

Page 6: ...ncy Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice C 1 Modifications C 1 Cables C 1 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo United States Only C 1 Materials Disposal C 2 Chemical Substances C 2 Canadian Notice C 2 Avis Canadien C 2 European Union Regulatory Notice C 2 Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union C 3 Japanese Noti...

Page 7: ...odels only Fast response time providing better experience for gaming and graphics Easy viewing from a sitting or standing position or while moving from one side of the monitor to the other Tilt adjustment Swivel adjustment Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association VESA standard mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions including wall mounting Security lock slot for a lock...

Page 8: ...Product Features 1 2 Features may vary by model User s Guide CD included Drivers Auto adjustment software Webcam software select models only Documents Adobe Acrobat Reader ...

Page 9: ...power cord Do not walk on the cord WARNING Always connect your monitor the computer and other equipment to a grounded earthed power outlet To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment do not disable the power cord grounding feature The grounding plug is an important safety feature WARNING For your safety be sure that the grounded power outlet you plug the power cord into is eas...

Page 10: ...Unplug the monitor from the power outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Do not drop the monitor or place it on an unstable surface When removing the monitor base you must lay the monitor face down on a soft area to prevent it from getting scratched defaced or broken Cleaning the Monitor The monitor is a high quality optical device that requires special care when cle...

Page 11: ...ing You may need a straight slot screwdriver to secure some cables 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 Connect the monitor cables after you have installed the monitor Preparing the monitor for desktop use 1 Set the monitor screen face down on a flat soft protected surface Unfo...

Page 12: ...monitor 2 Place the monitor face down on a flat protected surface 3 Remove the four screws that fasten monitor base to the monitor Location of screws securing base to monitor 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 Refer to the instructions supplied with the wal...

Page 13: ... 4 Slide the base away from the bottom of the monitor Sliding the base away from the monitor 5 Remove the square plate on the back of monitor Use a coin at the base of the plate to pry it loose Removing the plate from the back of the monitor ...

Page 14: ...unting fixture to the back of the monitor Threaded holes for attaching wall mount 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 Attach a swing arm or other mounting fixture ...

Page 15: ...DVI connector on the computer graphic card and then connect the VGA cable to the converter and the monitor Connecting the VGA or DVI D cable connector locations may vary 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 To connect the DVI D cable Connect one end of the DVI D video cable to the bac...

Page 16: ...e cables and adapters are included for select models only and may be sold separately Cable Adapter Name Description HDMI cable HDMI transmits an all digital signal It is the recommended choice for playback from a DVD or DVR HDMI is capable of transmitting both uncompressed digital audio and digital video signals because it has video audio and control signals DVI cable DVI transmits an all digital ...

Page 17: ... the audio cables connector locations may vary DVI to HDMI adapter Connects a DVI monitor to an HDMI connector on the back of the computer TV or set top box or connects an HDMI monitor to a DVI connector on the back of the computer TV or set top box NOTE If you use a DVI to HDMI adapter you must connect the green audio cable to enable the speakers VGA to DVI I cable Connects a DVI monitor to a VGA...

Page 18: ...an important safety feature Plug the power cord into a grounded earthed electrical outlet Be sure that the grounded power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible to the operator and located as close to the equipment as possible A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items that are placed upon it or against it Do not place anything on p...

Page 19: ...re partially hidden when viewed from the front 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 ...

Page 20: ...CD monitor allows a usable range of motion with the swivel feature Keyboard Parking If you need more space on your desktop place the keyboard under the monitor when not in use CAUTION To avoid breakage or other damage avoid applying pressure to the LCD screen while swiveling it or changing the tilt ...

Page 21: ...sh rates appear in the Display Control Panel settings Refer to the Windows operating system documentation for more information Downloading updated drivers from the Internet To download the latest version of drivers and software files from the HP Support site 1 Refer to http www hp com support 2 Select your country region 3 Select Download Drivers and Software 4 Enter the model number of your monit...

Page 22: ...or front panel You can also press the Menu button and then select Image Control followed by Auto Adjustment from the OSD menu See Adjusting Screen Quality in this chapter If the result is not satisfactory continue with the procedure 3 Insert the CD in your computer CD drive The CD menu displays 4 Select the language 5 Select Open Auto Adjustment Software 6 The setup test pattern displays Auto adju...

Page 23: ...croll up at the top of the selections 4 To adjust the scale of a selected item press the or button 5 Select Save and Return If you don t want to save the setting select Cancel from the Sub Menu or Exit from the Main Menu 6 Press the Menu button to exit the OSD Icon Description Power Turns the monitor on and to standby or sleep mode NOTE The power button is located on the top or front of the monito...

Page 24: ... connected to two active and valid video sources Switching video input sources may take several seconds Brightness Adjusts the brightness level of the screen Contrast Adjusts the contrast level of the screen Image Control Adjusts the screen image Also enables or disables the ambient light sensor select models Auto Adjustment Automatically adjusts the screen image VGA Input only Horizontal Position...

Page 25: ...ight area of the screen The factory default range is 50 Vertical OSD Position Changes the viewing position of the OSD menu to the top or bottom area of the screen The factory default range is 50 OSD Transparency Adjust to view the background information through the OSD OSD Timeout Sets the time in seconds that the OSD is visible after the last button is pressed The factory default is 30 seconds Po...

Page 26: ...w Immediately sets the monitor to enter sleep mode Default Video Input Selects the default video input signal when the monitor is connected to two active and valid video sources The default is DVI You must restart the computer to have the change take effect Information Selects and displays important information about the monitor Current Settings Provides the current input video mode Recommended Se...

Page 27: ...upports Change your video card settings to a lower resolution or refresh rate Restart your computer for the new settings to take effect Monitor Going to Sleep Indicates the screen display is entering a sleep mode The speakers are turned off in sleep mode Check Video Cable Indicates a video input cable is not properly connected to the computer or monitor OSD Lock out The OSD can be enabled or disab...

Page 28: ...on the CD 3 Access the OSD menu then select Image Control 4 Set the main Clock settings correctly first because the Clock Phase settings depend on the main Clock setting 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 access the OSD menu select Factory Reset and then...

Page 29: ...ar of the monitor and push the monitor forward folding the monitor flat onto the soft protected surface 4 Place the monitor and base in the original packing box WARNING Before folding the monitor turn off the monitor power and disconnect all power video and audio cables To disconnect power from the equipment unplug the power cord from the power outlet by grasping the power plug firmly Never pull o...

Page 30: ...Preparing the Monitor for Shipping 5 2 Features may vary by model User s Guide ...

Page 31: ... the image Check Video Cable appears on screen Connect the monitor VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the computer or connect the DVI D signal cable to the DVI connector on the computer Be sure that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable Input Signal Out of Range appears on screen Restart your computer and enter Safe Mode Change your settings to a supported setting see th...

Page 32: ...s are installed Refer to Installing Drivers in the Operating the Monitor chapter for more information HP monitor drivers are also available at http www hp com support Picture bounces flickers or wave pattern is present in the picture Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference as far away from the monitor as possible Use the maximum refresh rate that your monitor is capable of a...

Page 33: ...printed documentation included with the monitor Have the following information available when you call Monitor model number located on label on back of monitor Monitor serial number located on label on back of monitor or in the OSD display in the Information menu Purchase date on invoice Conditions under which the problem occurred Error messages received Hardware configuration Name and version of ...

Page 34: ...Troubleshooting A 4 Features may vary by model User s Guide ...

Page 35: ...esolution Optimum Graphics Resolution Text Mode Dot Pitch Horizontal Frequency analog mode Vertical Frequency analog mode Environmental Requirements Temperature independent of altitude Operating Temperature Non operating Temperature Relative Humidity non condensing Operating Humidity Non operating Humidity Power Source Power Consumption Sleep Power Consumption TFT LCD active matrix 18 5 in 47 0 cm...

Page 36: ...40o C 29o to 140o F 20o to 60o C 20 to 80 5 to 95 100 240Vv 50 60 Hz 56 watts maximum 2 watts typical model 2159m v Display Type Viewable Image Size Tilt Maximum Weight unpacked Dimensions h x w x d Maximum Graphics Resolution Optimum Graphics Resolution Text Mode Dot Pitch Horizontal Frequency analog mode Vertical Frequency analog mode Environmental Requirements Temperature independent of altitud...

Page 37: ...rating Temperature Non operating Temperature Relative Humidity non condensing Operating Humidity Non operating Humidity Power Source Power Consumption Sleep Power Consumption TFT LCD active matrix 23 0 in 58 42 cm diagonal 5o to 25o 21 6 lb 9 8 kg 16 2 x 22 6 x 7 9 in 412 x 573 x 200 mm 1920 x 1080 60 Hz analog mode 1920 x 1080 60 Hz analog mode 720 x 400 0 265 x 0 265 mm 24 to 94 kHz 50 to 76 Hz ...

Page 38: ... x 768 47 71 59 79 Factory Preset Video Input Modes 2009m v f 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 x 960 60 00 60 00 6 1280 x 1024 63 98 60 02 7 1440 x 900 55 47 59 90 8 1600 x 900 55 54 59 98 Factory Preset Video Input Modes 2159m v and 2309m v Preset Resolution Hori...

Page 39: ...uency kHz Vertical Frequency Hz 1 480i 720 x 480 15 73 60 2 480p 720 x 480 31 47 60 3 720p60 1280 x 720 45 00 60 4 1080i60 1920 x 1080 33 75 60 5 576i 720 x 576 15 63 50 6 576p 720 x 576 31 25 50 7 720p60 1280 x 1920 37 50 50 8 1080i50 1920 x 1080 28 13 50 9 1080p60 1920 x 1080 67 50 60 10 1080p50 1920 x 1080 56 25 50 ...

Page 40: ...he industry will continue to improve its ability to produce displays with fewer cosmetic imperfections and we will adjust guidelines as improvements are made For more information about your HP LCD Monitor refer to the HP Web site at http www hp com support Power Cord Set Requirements The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line Switching ALS This feature allows the monitor to operate o...

Page 41: ...at 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 Hewlett Packard Company may void the user s authority to operate the equipment Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded c...

Page 42: ...paratus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada European Union Regulatory Notice This product complies with the following EU Directives Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EMC Directive 2004 108 EC Compliance with these directive...

Page 43: ...lp to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Japanese Notice Japanese Power Cord Notice Japanese Material Content Dec...

Page 44: ...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 HP Recycling Program HP offers product end of life 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 ...

Page 45: ...ast one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 All parts named in this table with an X are in compliance with the European Union s RoHS Legislation Directive 2002 95 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment Note Th...

Page 46: ...Agency Regulatory Notices C 6 Features may vary by model User s Guide ...

Page 47: ...talling 3 1 3 10 K keyboard parking 3 10 M maintenance cleaning 2 2 guidelines 2 2 monitor conditions Auto Adjustment in Progress 4 7 Check Video Cable 4 7 Input Signal Out of Range 4 7 Monitor Going to Sleep 4 7 No Input Signal 4 7 OSD Lock out 4 7 monitor operation 4 1 4 8 monitor setup 3 1 3 10 P power cable connecting 3 8 power saver 4 8 R regulatory notices C 1 C 5 S safety guidelines 2 1 pre...

Page 48: ...odel User s Guide Part number 507981 001 T technical specifications B 1 B 6 tilt adjustment 3 9 troubleshooting A 1 A 3 U unpacking 3 1 V video and audio cables and adapters 3 6 video input connectors selecting 4 7 W wall mounting 3 2 ...

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