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  • Page 1 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models.
  • Page 3 About This Guide This guide provides technical specifications and information about monitor features, setting up the monitor, and using the software. Depending on the model, your monitor may not have all the features included in this guide. Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 6: Getting Started

    The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is also available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. For the protection of the monitor and the computer, connect all power cords for the computer...
  • Page 7: Product Features And Components

    For safety and regulatory information, refer to the Product Notices provided in your documentation kit. To NOTE: access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to find your product. Then select User Guides. 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 8: Rear Components

    Rear components Depending on your monitor model, the rear components will differ. NOTE: 54 .61 cm/21 .5-inch model Component Description Power connector Connects the power cable to the monitor HDMI connector Connects the HDMI cable to the monitor VGA connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor 60 .47 cm/23 .8–inch model 2 3 4...
  • Page 9: Front Components

    Front components Depending on your monitor model, the location of the front bezel controls will differ. NOTE: Control Description Press to open the OSD menu, select a menu item from the OSD, or close the OSD Menu button menu. When the OSD menu is open, press the buttons to navigate through the menu. The function light icons indicate the default button functions.
  • Page 10: Setting Up The Monitor

    60 .47 cm/23 .8–inch model The monitor uses the HP Quick Release 2 for easy mounting of the monitor. To mount the panel onto the stand: 1. Position the monitor head facedown on a flat surface covered by protective sheet made of foam or a clean, dry cloth.
  • Page 11: Mounting The Monitor Head

    Mounting the monitor head The monitor head can be attached to a wall, swing arm, or other mounting fixture. This monitor supports the VESA industry-standard 100 mm mounting holes. To attach a third- IMPORTANT: party mounting solution to the monitor, use four 4 mm, 0.7 pitch, 10 mm-long screws. Longer screws may damage the monitor.
  • Page 12: Attaching The Vesa Mounting Bracket

    Attaching the VESA mounting bracket 54 .61 cm/21 .5-inch model Install the monitor to the wall or swing arm of your choice using the four screws. 60 .47 cm/23 .8–inch model Install the monitor to the wall or swing arm of your choice using the four screws that were removed from the VESA holes on the rear of the monitor head.
  • Page 13: Connecting The Cables

    Connecting the cables Depending on the model, the monitor may be capable of supporting VGA, HDMI, or DisplayPort inputs. NOTE: The video mode is determined by the video cable used. The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. To select an input, press the Menu button to access the OSD menu and then select Input.
  • Page 14 • Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to a HDMI connector on the source device. Connector locations may vary. NOTE: • Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the DisplayPort connector on the source device.
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Monitor

    The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 1. Tilt the monitor head forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level.
  • Page 16 2. Adjust the monitor’s height to a comfortable position for your individual workstation. The monitor’s top bezel edge should not exceed a height that is parallel to your eye height. A monitor that is positioned low and reclined may be more comfortable for users with corrective lenses. The monitor should be repositioned as you adjust your working posture throughout the work day.
  • Page 17: Turning On The Monitor

    (Select Models) Use the operating system’s monitor settings to rotate the image on the screen from portrait to landscape. NOTE: To rotate the OSD from portrait to landscape, open the OSD menu and select Image Adjustment, select On- Screen Menu Rotation, and then select Portrait. Turning on the monitor 1.
  • Page 18: Installing A Security Cable

    Image retention damage on monitors that are in use 24 hours per day is not covered under the HP warranty. To avoid image retention damage, always turn off the monitor when it is not in use or use the power management setting, if supported on your system, to turn off the monitor when the system is idle.
  • Page 19: Using The Monitor

    2. Select Software and Drivers. 3. Select your product type. 4. Enter your HP monitor model in the search field and follow the on-screen instructions. The Information file The INF file defines monitor resources used by Windows® operating systems to ensure monitor compatibility with the computer’s graphics adapter.
  • Page 20: Using The Osd Menu

    Using the OSD menu Use the OSD menu to adjust the screen image based on your viewing preferences. You can access and make adjustments in the OSD using the buttons at the bottom of the monitor’s front bezel. To access the OSD menu and make adjustments, do the following: 1.
  • Page 21: Using The Function Buttons

    OSD menu. 2. Select Menu, select Assign Buttons, and then select one of the available options for the button you want to assign. To view an OSD menu simulator, visit the HP Customer Self Repair Services Media Library at NOTE: http://www.hp.com/go/sml.
  • Page 22: Adjusting To Low Blue Light Mode

    Adjusting to Low Blue Light Mode Decreasing the blue light emitted by the monitor reduces the blue light exposure to your eyes. This monitor allows you to select a setting to reduce blue light output and create a more relaxing and less stimulating image while you read content on the screen.
  • Page 23: Support And Troubleshooting

    3 Support and troubleshooting Solving common problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Problem Possible cause Solution Screen is blank or video is Power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord. flashing.
  • Page 24: Using The Auto-Adjustment Function (Analog Input)

    OSD menu, select Image, and then select Auto-Adjustment. If the result is not satisfactory, continue with the procedure. 3. Open the auto-adjustment utility. (You can download this utility from http://www.hp.com/support.) The setup test pattern is displayed.
  • Page 25: Optimizing Image Performance (Analog Input)

    When using the controls, you will obtain the best results by using the auto-adjustment pattern software NOTE: utility. You can download this utility from http://www.hp.com/go/sml. When adjusting the Clock and Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted, continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears.
  • Page 26: Contacting Support

    Contacting support To resolve a hardware or software problem, go to http://www.hp.com/support. Use this site to get more information about your product, including links to discussion forums and instructions on troubleshooting. You can also find information about how to contact HP and open a support case.
  • Page 27: Maintaining The Monitor

    Turn the monitor off when it is not in use and use a screen saver program. Doing this can substantially increase the life expectancy of the monitor. A burned-in image on the monitor is not covered under the HP warranty. NOTE: •...
  • Page 28: Appendix A Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical specifications All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP component manufacturers; actual NOTE: performance may vary either higher or lower. For the latest specifications or additional specifications on this product, go to http://www.hp.com/go/quickspecs/ and search for your specific monitor model to find the model-specific QuickSpecs.
  • Page 29: 60 .47 Cm/23 .8-Inch Model Specifications

    The response time can be adjusted to as low as 1 ms in the on-screen display menu. All Response time performance specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. Environmental requirements...
  • Page 30: Preset Display Resolutions

    Preset display resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults. This monitor automatically recognizes these preset modes, and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. 54 .61 cm/21 .5-inch model Preset Pixel format Horz freq (kHz)
  • Page 31: High-Definition Video Formats

    High-definition video formats Preset Timing name Pixel format Horz freq (kHz) Vert freq (Hz) 480p 720 × 480 31.469 59.94 576p 720 × 576 31.250 50.00 720p50 1280 × 720 37.500 50.00 720p60 1280 ×720 45.000 60.00 1080p50 1920 × 1080 56.250 50.00 1080p60...
  • Page 32: Appendix B Accessibility

    Accessibility HP is working to weave diversity, inclusion and work/life into the fabric of our company, so it is reflected in everything we do. Here are some examples of how we are putting differences to work to create an inclusive environment focused on connecting people to the power of technology throughout the world.
  • Page 33: Finding The Best Assistive Technology

    HP is committed to increasing accessibility awareness within HP and with our customers and partners. Whether it’s large fonts that are easy on the eyes, voice recognition that lets you give your hands a rest, or any other assistive technology to help with your specific situation—a variety of assistive technologies make HP products easier to use.
  • Page 34: Standards And Legislation

    Standards and legislation Standards Section 508 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) standards was created by the US Access Board to address access to information and communication technology (ICT) for people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities. The standards contain technical criteria specific to various types of technologies, as well as performance-based requirements which focus on functional capabilities of covered products.
  • Page 35: 21St Century Communications And Video Accessibility Act (Cvaa)

    • www.section508.gov • Buy Accessible The U.S. Access Board is currently updating the Section 508 standards. This effort will address new technologies and other areas where the standards need to be modified. For more information, go to Section 508 Refresh. Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act requires telecommunications products and services to be accessible to people with disabilities.
  • Page 36: United Kingdom

    United Kingdom The Disability Discrimination Act of 1995 (DDA) was enacted to ensure that websites are accessible to blind and disabled users in the United Kingdom. • W3C UK Policies Australia The Australian government has announced their plan to implement Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0.
  • Page 37: Useful Accessibility Resources And Links

    The following organizations may be good resources for information about disabilities and age-related limitations. This is not an exhaustive list. These organizations are provided for informational purposes only. HP NOTE: assumes no responsibility for information or contacts you may encounter on the Internet. Listing on this page does not imply endorsement by HP.
  • Page 38: Contacting Support

    Time. • Customers with other disabilities or age-related limitations who have questions about technical support or accessibility of HP products, choose one of the following options: — Call (888) 259-5707 Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mountain Time.

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