Page 1
HP ZR2040w, ZR2240w, ZR2440w and ZR2740w LCD Monitors 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. This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright.
About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu (select models), 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.
Table of contents 1 Product Features ....................... 1 ZR2040w Model ........................1 ZR2240w Model ........................2 ZR2440w Model ........................2 ZR2740w Model ........................3 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines .................. 4 Important Safety Information ...................... 4 Maintenance Guidelines ......................4 Cleaning the Monitor ....................
Page 6
OSD Menu Selections ................29 Screen Messages ....................35 Adjusting the Monitor Settings ....................36 Using the HP Display Assistant Utility ................. 36 Entering User Modes ....................36 Using the Auto-Adjustment Function ................36 Optimizing Image Performance Manually ..............37 Sleep Timer Mode ....................
Page 7
Product Environmental Notices ....................53 ENERGY STAR® Qualification .................. 53 Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union ..54 HP Recycling Program ..................... 54 Chemical Substances ....................54 Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) ............... 54 Turkey EEE Regulation .....................
Tilt adjustment ● On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in several languages for ease of setup and screen ● optimization HP Display Assistant utility software for adjusting monitor settings and enabling the theft deterrence ● feature Auto-adjustment Pattern Utility ● ZR2040w Model...
8-way comfort adjust including Height, Tilt, Pivot and Swivel adjustments ● HP Quick Release 2 is now a flush mount solution that lets you quickly install the panel with a ● simple click and remove it with the convenient sliding tab release Easy access pull-out information card with the information needed for a support call ●...
8-way comfort adjust including Height, Tilt, Pivot and Swivel adjustments ● HP Quick Release 2 is now a flush mount solution that lets you quickly install the panel with a ● simple click and remove it with the convenient sliding tab release Easy access pull-out information card with the information needed for a support call ●...
Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace the equipment, if surge protection fails. Use the appropriate and correctly sized furniture designed to properly support your HP LCD monitor. WARNING! LCD monitors that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers, chests, or carts may fall over and cause personal injury.
NOTE: Monitors with a “burned-in image” are not covered under the HP warranty. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be ●...
Setting Up the Monitor To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then follow the instructions below. NOTE: Be sure the master power switch, located on the rear panel of the monitor, is in the off position.
Models ZR2240w, ZR2440w, and ZR2740w use the HP Quick Release 2 mechanism for easy moving of the monitor. To mount the panel onto the pedestal: Slide the mounting plate on the pedestal under the upper lip of the recess in the back of the panel.
Component Function DVI-D Connector Connects the DVI-D cable to the monitor. VGA Connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. ZR2240w Model Figure 3-4 ZR2240w Rear Components Component Function Cable Lock Provision Provides slot for use with cable security locks. Master Power Switch Turns off all power to the monitor.
Component Function VGA Connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor USB Upstream Connector Connects the monitor USB hub cable to a host USB port/ hub. USB Downstream Connectors Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. Information Card Provides information needed for a support call. USB Downstream Connectors Connects optional USB devices to the monitor.
Page 18
Component Function AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. Digital Audio Output Connects an audio cable with RCA plug to the monitor. Analog Audio Output Connects an audio cable with 3.5 mm L/R mini-plug to the monitor.
ZR2740w Model Figure 3-6 ZR2740w Rear Components Component Function Cable Lock Provision Provides slot for use with cable security locks. Master Power Switch Turns off all power to the monitor. AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. DisplayPort Connector Connects the DisplayPort cable to the monitor.
Routing and Connecting the Cables Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. ZR2040w Model The cable-restraining bar on the pedestal of the ZR2040w is held in place by four tabs. Figure 3-7 Cable-Restraining Bar To remove the bar, first pull one end of the bar away from the pedestal (1). When it is free, the bar can be removed (2).
Page 21
Connect the AC power cord and plug it into the wall outlet. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
ZR2240w, ZR2440w, and ZR2740w Models Remove the cable routing cover by pulling it straight off the front of the column. Figure 3-9 Cable Routing Cover Before connecting the cables, route them through the cable routing hole in the column (1) and replace the cable routing cover (2).
Connect the desired signal sources. Refer to the drawings in (Rear Components on page 7) to identify the connectors on your monitor. For each one, plug in one end of the appropriate cable. Attach the other end to your computer or other video source. The ZR2440w model supports audio output from the HDMI and DisplayPort inputs.
The HP Quick Release 2 can be installed directly to a wall to mount the monitor panel. It is designed to support a maximum of up to 10.9 kg (24 lbs). If you are mounting to a wall, HP recommends that you consult with a qualified engineering, architectural, or construction professional to determine the appropriate type and quantity of mounting fasteners required for your application and to ensure that the mounting solution is properly installed to support applied loads.
Mounting a Quick-Release Panel The ZR2240w, ZR2440w and ZR2740w support mounting to VESA-compliant hardware in two ways: Remove the HP stand and use the 4 VESA mount threaded holes (100 x 100 pattern) that are in ● the Quick Release 2 recess. Screws of the appropriate length are provided.
Page 26
Remove four screws holding the mounting plate to the head of the pedestal: Figure 3-14 Removing the Mounting Plate from the Pedestal Remove four screws to separate the mounting plate from its cover: Figure 3-15 Removing the Cover from the Mounting Plate Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW...
The Pull-out Information Card The ZR2240w, ZR2440w, and ZR2740w models provide a card with the information you will need when contacting HP for support. The card pulls out from behind the USB connectors on the left side of the panel.
Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP. Figure 3-18 Installing a Cable Lock Turning on the Monitor If your monitor has a master power switch (located on the rear of the monitor), put it in the On position (I) .
If you have set your monitor up in portrait position and have a ZR2040w, ZR2240w, or ZR2440w, install the HP Display Assistant from the CD; you will need it to rotate your image into portrait mode. More information on Display Assistant can be found in...
Refer to the Monitor Driver Software Readme file on the CD. Downloading from the Internet To download the latest version of .INF, .ICM or driver files from the HP monitors support Web site: Go to http://www.hp.com/support...
Page 31
If your monitor has the ability to swivel, adjust it to the left or right for the best viewing angle. Figure 3-20 Adjusting the Viewing Angle (Select Models) Models ZR2240w, ZR2440w, and ZR2740w provide for height adjustment. Adjust the monitor's height so that it is parallel to your eye height for a comfortable viewing position.
Center). Refer to the Online Help of your workstation video driver for more information. For other models, use the HP Display Assistant software (included on the software and documentation CD) to rotate the image. If your model has an OSD, it can be rotated to portrait mode by pressing the Menu button on the monitor's front panel, then selecting OSD Control >...
Operating the Monitor Overview of Operation If you are not familiar with HP Performance monitors, read this section for an overview of how they operate. This will help you locate specific information elsewhere in this manual. Your monitor provides for more than one source of input. It will scan the various inputs to find an active one and display that image.
Page 34
through the OSD. Pressing the button on the front of the monitor will take you directly to the OSD source-control submenu. Figure 4-1 ZR2040w and ZR2240w Front Panel Controls Control Function Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. Minus If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels.
ZR2440w Model The default input on the ZR2440w is DisplayPort and the scan order is initially set to DisplayPort, DVI-D, HDMI. You can change the current input, the default and the scan order through the OSD. Pressing the button on the front of the monitor will take you directly to the OSD source-control submenu. Figure 4-2 ZR2440w Front Panel Controls Control...
ZR2740w Model For the ZR2740w model, the default input is DisplayPort. You can change the current input by pressing the SOURCE button on the front of the panel. The front buttons also let you adjust brightness and put the monitor in low-power mode: Figure 4-3 ZR2740w Front Panel Controls Control...
Pressing the Power button, , puts the monitor in low power mode. (To turn power off completely, use the switch on the rear of the panel.) The monitor also enters low-power mode when there is no video signal input. When the monitor is first powered on, the LED turns blue and remains blue for about half a minute. It then turns off.
Page 38
Table 4-1 OSD Menu Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Brightness Adjustable scale, 0– Adjusts the brightness level of the screen. Contrast Adjustable scale, 0– Adjusts the contrast level of the screen. Color Selects the screen color temperature. The factory default is 6500K or Custom Color, depending on the model.
Page 39
Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Custom Scaling Selects the method on how displayed information on the monitor will be formatted. Select: Fill to Screen - image fills the entire screen and ● may look distorted or elongated because of non- proportional scaling of height and width Fill to Aspect Ratio - image is sized to fit the ●...
Page 40
Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Power Saver Enables the power saving feature. Select: ● ● The factory default is On. Power On Recall Restores power to the monitor following an unexpected removal of power. Select: ●...
Page 41
Provides the recommended resolution mode and refresh rate for the monitor. Serial Number Reports the serial number of the monitor. The serial number is needed if contacting HP technical support. FW Version Reports the version of the driver (firmware). Backlight Hours Reports the total hours of backlight operation.
Page 42
Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Default Source Selects the default or primary video input signal when the monitor is connected to two active and valid video sources. The monitor will automatically determine the video format. The choices are: DisplayPort ●...
Theft Mode Enabled Indicates that theft deterrence mode has been activated. Theft deterrence ● is an optional feature that can be set up in HP Display Assistant. Theft deterrence mode is triggered if both the power and display cables have been disconnected from the monitor, the monitor is reconnected to a different computer, and the theft deterrence PIN number is not entered within the elapsed time.
Below are explanations of some of your options. Using the HP Display Assistant Utility HP Display Assistant, included on the software and documentation CD, is a software utility that guides you through the tuning process with easy to understand instructions and background patterns designed for each monitor control.
Do not use this procedure if the monitor is using a DVI or DisplayPort input; the monitor adjusts itself with these inputs. If the image source is VGA (analog), this procedure can correct the following conditions: Fuzzy or unclear focus ●...
To eliminate vertical bars (Clock): Press the Menu button on the monitor's front panel to open the OSD Menu, and then select Image Control > Clock. Press the (Plus) or — (Minus) buttons on the monitor's front panel to eliminate vertical bars. Press the buttons slowly so that you do not miss the optimum adjustment point.
Page 47
also extends the life of the backlight bulbs in the monitor. The timer is set through the OSD and is available on models that use the OSD. NOTE: The timer turns the monitor off and on again every day, seven days a week. The Sleep Timer has five settings: Set Current Time ●...
Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists problems you might encounter, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Table A-1 Common Problems Problem Possible Cause Solution Screen is blank. Power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord. Master power switch on the Set the master power switch to the on position (I) monitor's rear panel is turned...
For online access to technical support information, self-solve tools, online assistance, community forums of IT experts, broad multivendor knowledge base, and monitoring and diagnostic tools, go to http://www.hp.com/support Preparing to Call Technical Support If you cannot solve a problem using the troubleshooting tips in this section, you may need to call technical support.
Technical Specifications NOTE: All performance specifications are provided by the component manufacturers. Performance specifications represent the highest specification of all HP's component manufacturers' typical level specifications for performance and actual performance may vary either higher or lower. ZR2040w Model Display 50.8 cm diagonal...
Altitude: 0 to 5000 m 0 to 16,400 feet Operating 0 to 12,192 m 0 to 40,000 feet Storage Power Consumption (maximum) 33 watts Low-power mode 0.3 watts Input Terminal One DVI connector with cable included; one DisplayPort connector with cable included; one VGA connector with cable ZR2240w Model Table B-1...
Table B-1 ZR2240w Specifications (continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature 5 to 35º C 41 to 95º F Operating Temperature -20 to 60º C -4 to 140º F Storage Temperature Relative Humidity: 20 to 80% Operating 5 to 95% Storage Power Source 100 –...
Pixels Per Inch Horizontal Frequency 24 – 80 kHz Vertical Refresh Rate 24 – 60 Hz Environmental Requirements Temperature 5 to 35º C 41 to 95º F Operating Temperature -20 to 60º C -4 to 140º F Storage Temperature Relative Humidity: 20 to 80% Operating 5 to 95%...
Dot Pitch 0.2339 (W) x 0.2345 (H) mm Pixels Per Inch Horizontal Frequency 31.5 – 100 kHz Vertical Refresh Rate 60 Hz Environmental Requirements Temperature 5 to 35º C 41 to 95º F Operating Temperature -20 to 60º C -4 to 140º F Storage Temperature Relative Humidity: 20 to 80%...
1440 x 900 55.935 59.887 1600 x 900 Table B-2 ZR2040w High Definition Video Formats Preset Timing Pixel Format Horz Freq Vert Freq Pixel Rate OSD Display Name (kHz) (kHz) (MHz) 480p 720 x 480 31.469 480p 720p60 1280 x 720 74.25 720p-60Hz 576p...
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.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) that are listed in the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by HP for this product or product family and available (in English only) either within the product documentation or at the following web site: www.hp.eu/certificates...
0.75 mm² or 18 AWG, and the length of the cord must be between 6 feet (1.8 m) and 12 feet (3.6 m). If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact an authorized HP service provider.
Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on, or against, them. Particular attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the cord exits from the product. Japanese Power Cord Requirements In Japan, use only the power cord received with this product.
Chemical Substances HP is committed to providing our customers with information about the chemical substances in our products as needed to comply with legal requirements such as REACH (Regulation EC No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and Council). A chemical information report for this product can be found at http://www.hp.com/go/reach.
Turkey EEE Regulation In Conformity with the EEE Regulation EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substances The equipment complies with requirements of the Technical Regulation, approved by the Resolution of Cabinet of Ministry of Ukraine as of December 3, 2008 No. 1057, in terms of restrictions for the use of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
50 cm (20 in). The panel is 90% defect-free at the time of shipment. HP expects that, over time, the industry will continue to improve its ability to produce LCDs with fewer cosmetic imperfections and HP will adjust guidelines as improvements are made.