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...and operation. WARNING: A WARNING indicates the potential for anyone who uses the v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / w185e / W185q LCD Monitor. In such cases, the specific presentation of the warning is intended for bodily harm and tells ...sections are used as follows: y Safety and Maintenance Guidelines y Setup y Using the Monitor y Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-Adjustment Feature y Technical Support FAQs y Specifications y LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy y Agency Regulatory Notices Notational Conventions The following subsections describe notational conventions...
...and operation. WARNING: A WARNING indicates the potential for anyone who uses the v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / w185e / W185q LCD Monitor. In such cases, the specific presentation of the warning is intended for bodily harm and tells ...sections are used as follows: y Safety and Maintenance Guidelines y Setup y Using the Monitor y Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-Adjustment Feature y Technical Support FAQs y Specifications y LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy y Agency Regulatory Notices Notational Conventions The following subsections describe notational conventions...
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... Safety Information The power cord is designed for use with this monitor. To use a different cord, use with this ability. Connect the equipment to the LCD screen; y Use only a power source and connection compatible with your monitor. y Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected... all power strips provide surge protection; For information on the power label to use only a power source and connection compatible with your monitor, see Power Cord Set Requirements. Do not place anything on the cord. Look on the correct power cord set to determine the ...
... Safety Information The power cord is designed for use with this monitor. To use a different cord, use with this ability. Connect the equipment to the LCD screen; y Use only a power source and connection compatible with your monitor. y Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected... all power strips provide surge protection; For information on the power label to use only a power source and connection compatible with your monitor, see Power Cord Set Requirements. Do not place anything on the cord. Look on the correct power cord set to determine the ...
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...to clean an LCD screen. 3 Wipe the screen with isopropyl alcohol. 5 Plug in the monitor. 6 Turn on the power cord. y When removing the monitor pedestal base, you can substantially increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen saver and turning off the monitor when not ...cleaning. y Do not allow anything to clean the monitor screen or cabinet. Cleaning the Monitor The monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it on...
...to clean an LCD screen. 3 Wipe the screen with isopropyl alcohol. 5 Plug in the monitor. 6 Turn on the power cord. y When removing the monitor pedestal base, you can substantially increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen saver and turning off the monitor when not ...cleaning. y Do not allow anything to clean the monitor screen or cabinet. Cleaning the Monitor The monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it on...
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... the front of the base to the panel front. CAUTION: To avoid breakage or other damage, do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt. 2 Adjust the tilt by moving the monitor's top edge toward or away from the pedestal. Removing the Base 1 Set the panel face-down on a flat, protected ...surface. 2 Squeeze the tabs in the bottom of the monitor and hold the stand so that you do not touch the LCD screen while changing the tilt. 7
... the front of the base to the panel front. CAUTION: To avoid breakage or other damage, do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt. 2 Adjust the tilt by moving the monitor's top edge toward or away from the pedestal. Removing the Base 1 Set the panel face-down on a flat, protected ...surface. 2 Squeeze the tabs in the bottom of the monitor and hold the stand so that you do not touch the LCD screen while changing the tilt. 7
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Cables Attaching the Cables 1 Turn off your computer. 2 If you are attaching a VGA cable, connect one end of the 15-pin D-Sub VGA cable (blue connector) to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer VGA port. 3 If attaching a DVI cable, connect one end of the cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 8
Cables Attaching the Cables 1 Turn off your computer. 2 If you are attaching a VGA cable, connect one end of the 15-pin D-Sub VGA cable (blue connector) to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer VGA port. 3 If attaching a DVI cable, connect one end of the cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 8
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If it does not display an image, see Technical Support FAQs and Using the Monitor. 9 4 Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the monitor and plug the other end into a grounded outlet. 5 Turn on your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If your monitor and computer.
If it does not display an image, see Technical Support FAQs and Using the Monitor. 9 4 Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the monitor and plug the other end into a grounded outlet. 5 Turn on your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If your monitor and computer.
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...arm (purchased separately) for instructions on attaching it to the wall. 10 CAUTION: Before disassembling the monitor, turn off the monitor power, and disconnect all power, video, and audio cables. 1 Disconnect the cables from the monitor. 2 With the panel face-down on a protected surface, remove the screws and the pedestal/... manufacturer's instructions to assemble the wall mounting arm. Refer to the user's manual that you purchase separately. Installing a Wall Mounting Arm 1 Set the monitor screen down on a flat, soft, protected surface. 2 Place the wall mounting arm onto the back of the...
...arm (purchased separately) for instructions on attaching it to the wall. 10 CAUTION: Before disassembling the monitor, turn off the monitor power, and disconnect all power, video, and audio cables. 1 Disconnect the cables from the monitor. 2 With the panel face-down on a protected surface, remove the screws and the pedestal/... manufacturer's instructions to assemble the wall mounting arm. Refer to the user's manual that you purchase separately. Installing a Wall Mounting Arm 1 Set the monitor screen down on a flat, soft, protected surface. 2 Place the wall mounting arm onto the back of the...
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...(Adjusting On-screen Display Settings). 11 Use the Menu button (B) to adjust the display settings to your personal preferences: y Set up when the monitor is on and off. y Set the resolution (Setting the Optimal Resolution) and adjust the volume (Adjusting the Volume). y The... monitor must be turned on the front of the panel, as described in the Setup section above. Using the Monitor Operating Instructions Control buttons are located on for the other control buttons to work.
...(Adjusting On-screen Display Settings). 11 Use the Menu button (B) to adjust the display settings to your personal preferences: y Set up when the monitor is on and off. y Set the resolution (Setting the Optimal Resolution) and adjust the volume (Adjusting the Volume). y The... monitor must be turned on the front of the panel, as described in the Setup section above. Using the Monitor Operating Instructions Control buttons are located on for the other control buttons to work.
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... button F Power LED Navigates forward through the OSD menu and decreases adjustment levels. If the OSD menu is inactive, activates the Volume increase. Turns the monitor on or off. Opens, selects, or exits the OSD menu. Fully powered = green Sleep mode = amber Sleep timer mode = flashing amber See Technical Support FAQs...
... button F Power LED Navigates forward through the OSD menu and decreases adjustment levels. If the OSD menu is inactive, activates the Volume increase. Turns the monitor on or off. Opens, selects, or exits the OSD menu. Fully powered = green Sleep mode = amber Sleep timer mode = flashing amber See Technical Support FAQs...
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... this resolution, complete the setup procedure and make sure that the monitor is connected to 100. See Using the Monitor for 10 seconds. 13 NOTE: If 1366 x 768 is not shown, download the monitor driver from unlocked to 1366 x 768. If the OSD is on -screen display (from locked to unlocked, or ... to the desired level. Locking and Unlocking the OSD To change the lock status of the on . Turn the monitor on but the OSD menu is 50. Adjusting the Volume While the monitor is turned on and do the following: 1 Click the Windows Start Button®, and then click Control Panel. 2 Under...
... this resolution, complete the setup procedure and make sure that the monitor is connected to 100. See Using the Monitor for 10 seconds. 13 NOTE: If 1366 x 768 is not shown, download the monitor driver from unlocked to 1366 x 768. If the OSD is on -screen display (from locked to unlocked, or ... to the desired level. Locking and Unlocking the OSD To change the lock status of the on . Turn the monitor on but the OSD menu is 50. Adjusting the Volume While the monitor is turned on and do the following: 1 Click the Windows Start Button®, and then click Control Panel. 2 Under...
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Press - (minus) or + (plus) again to navigate through the functions. To access the OSD menu: 1 If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn the monitor on. 2 Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu. 3 Press the - (minus) and + (plus ) to change settings. Once the desired sub-function...
Press - (minus) or + (plus) again to navigate through the functions. To access the OSD menu: 1 If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn the monitor on. 2 Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu. 3 Press the - (minus) and + (plus ) to change settings. Once the desired sub-function...
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Using the Auto-Adjustment Function Press the Auto button to : http://www.hp.com/support 2 Select your country/region. 3 Select Download Drivers and Software. 4 Enter the model number of your monitor is using the instructions in the download pages. The software download pages for VGA (analog)....Adjustment Feature Downloading Drivers and Software To download the latest version of drivers and software files from the HP Support Web site: 1 Refer to optimize the screen performance for your monitor will be displayed. 5 Download and install the driver and software files using VGA (analog) input,...
Using the Auto-Adjustment Function Press the Auto button to : http://www.hp.com/support 2 Select your country/region. 3 Select Download Drivers and Software. 4 Enter the model number of your monitor is using the instructions in the download pages. The software download pages for VGA (analog)....Adjustment Feature Downloading Drivers and Software To download the latest version of drivers and software files from the HP Support Web site: 1 Refer to optimize the screen performance for your monitor will be displayed. 5 Download and install the driver and software files using VGA (analog) input,...
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... power cord is properly connected to a grounded power outlet and to the computer. y Inspect the monitor's video cable and make sure none of at : http://www.hp.com/support) y Adjust the contrast and brightness controls. Picture bounces, flickers or wave pattern is present... Use the maximum refresh rate your computer manufacturer. y The computer video card should either turn on . y Make sure the HP monitor drivers are installed (HP monitor drivers are available at the resolution you need a Plug & Play compatible computer and video card. Technical Support FAQs Technical Support ...
... power cord is properly connected to a grounded power outlet and to the computer. y Inspect the monitor's video cable and make sure none of at : http://www.hp.com/support) y Adjust the contrast and brightness controls. Picture bounces, flickers or wave pattern is present... Use the maximum refresh rate your computer manufacturer. y The computer video card should either turn on . y Make sure the HP monitor drivers are installed (HP monitor drivers are available at the resolution you need a Plug & Play compatible computer and video card. Technical Support FAQs Technical Support ...
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... sure that the latest supported driver is not centered or sized properly. Screen image is installed for your graphics card. 20 y Inspect the monitor's video cable and make sure that none of the primary colors (red, green, or blue). y Adjust RGB color or select color temperature...system from: http://www.hp.com/support y For other systems, refer to the Web site for the graphics card. Technical Support FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) (continued) Problem & Question Possible Solutions Missing one of the pins are bent. Unable to set the monitor to the computer.
... sure that the latest supported driver is not centered or sized properly. Screen image is installed for your graphics card. 20 y Inspect the monitor's video cable and make sure that none of the primary colors (red, green, or blue). y Adjust RGB color or select color temperature...system from: http://www.hp.com/support y For other systems, refer to the Web site for the graphics card. Technical Support FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) (continued) Problem & Question Possible Solutions Missing one of the pins are bent. Unable to set the monitor to the computer.
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...not likely to use in the country/region where the equipment was purchased. Particular attention should purchase a power cord that is provided with the monitor meets the requirements for a different country/region, you have questions about the type of power cord to be walked on input voltages in ... supply is approved for the voltage and current marked on the product. If you should be rated for the product and for use , contact your HP-authorized service provider. A power cord should be a minimum of 0.75 mm² or 18AWG, and the length of 100-240V∿, 50 / ...
...not likely to use in the country/region where the equipment was purchased. Particular attention should purchase a power cord that is provided with the monitor meets the requirements for a different country/region, you have questions about the type of power cord to be walked on input voltages in ... supply is approved for the voltage and current marked on the product. If you should be rated for the product and for use , contact your HP-authorized service provider. A power cord should be a minimum of 0.75 mm² or 18AWG, and the length of 100-240V∿, 50 / ...
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... conditions and in a residential installation. y Connect the equipment into an outlet on the I²C protocol. This is common to the HP LCD Monitor. y A pixel consists of approximately 50 cm (16 in). The DDC2B is not specific to all vendors and is a bi-directional...host can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , communicate additional information about your v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / w185e / W185q Monitor, refer to inform the host system of the following measures: y Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. y A defective whole...
... conditions and in a residential installation. y Connect the equipment into an outlet on the I²C protocol. This is common to the HP LCD Monitor. y A pixel consists of approximately 50 cm (16 in). The DDC2B is not specific to all vendors and is a bi-directional...host can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used , communicate additional information about your v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / w185e / W185q Monitor, refer to inform the host system of the following measures: y Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. y A defective whole...