Page 3 - Notational Conventions
Notational Conventions The following section describes notational conventions used in this document. Notes, Cautions, and Warnings Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be accompanied by an icon. These blocks are notes, cautions, and warnings, and they are used as follows: WARNING: Indicates tha...
Page 5 - Contents
Contents Notational Conventions ...................................................................................................................... 1–iii Notes, Cautions, and Warnings..................................................................................................... 1–iii 1 Prod...
Page 7 - Product Features; HP LCD Monitors; Features
1 Product Features HP LCD Monitors The HP LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) screen. This guide discusses the following models: ■ 1859m LCD monitor ■ 2009m/v/f LCD monitor ■ 2159m/v LCD monitor ■ 2309m/v LCD monitor ■ 2709m LCD monitor Features ■ ...
Page 9 - Safety and Maintenance Guidelines; Important Safety Information; Safety Precautions
2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information The power cord is designed for use with your monitor. To use a different cord, use only a power source and connection compatible with this monitor. Safety Precautions ■ Use only a power source and connection compatible with this monito...
Page 11 - Setting Up the Monitor; Unpacking the Monitor; Installing the Monitor; Preparing the monitor for desktop use
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. Determine whether the monitor will be desktop mounted or wall-mounted. See “Installing the Monitor” in this chapte...
Page 12 - Preparing the monitor for wall-mounting
3. Lift the monitor to an upright position and place on a flat, stable surface. Monitor in upright position Preparing the monitor for wall-mounting 1. Disconnect the power cable and any other cables from the monitor. 2. Place the monitor face down on a flat, protected surface. 3. Remove the four scr...
Page 15 - To connect the VGA cable
Connecting the VGA (Analog) or DVI-D (Digital) Cable Use a VGA video cable or a DVI-D video cable (provided with select models). 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.So...
Page 17 - Connecting the Audio Cable
High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) If your monitor supports HDCP, it can receive high-definition content. High-definition content is available in many sources, such as Blu-ray Disc devices or HDTV air or cable broadcasts. If you do not have an HDCP-enabled monitor, you may see a black ...
Page 18 - Connecting the Power Cable
Connecting the Power Cable 1. Read the warning below. Connecting the power cable 2. Connect one end of the power cable to the monitor and the other end to a grounded electrical outlet. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: ■ Do not disable the power cord groundin...
Page 19 - Cable Management; Adjusting the Tilt
Cable Management The HP LCD monitors have cable management. Cables can be easily routed through the square hole in the base and are 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 t...
Page 21 - Operating the Monitor; CD Software and Utilities; Installing Drivers; Downloading updated drivers from the Internet
4 Operating the Monitor CD Software and Utilities The CD that is included with this monitor contains the 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 ...
Page 22 - Using the Auto-Adjustment Function
Using the Auto-Adjustment Function You can easily optimize the screen performance for the VGA input by using the Auto/Select button on the monitor and the auto-adjustment pattern software on the CD provided.Do not use this procedure if your monitor is using a DVI or HDMI input. If your monitor is us...
Page 24 - OSD Menu Selections
OSD Menu Selections 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: ■ Cancel — to return to the previous menu level. ■ Save and Return — to save all ...
Page 27 - Selecting Video Input Connectors; Identifying Monitor Conditions
Selecting Video Input Connectors The input connectors are: ■ VGA connector (analog) ■ DVI-D connector (digital) ■ HDMI connector 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 ...
Page 28 - Adjusting Screen Quality; Optimizing Analog Video
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. See “Using the Auto-Adjustment ...
Page 29 - Preparing the Monitor for Shipping
5 Preparing the Monitor for Shipping Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You may need it later if you move or ship your monitor. Preparing the Monitor for Shipping 1. Disconnect the power, video, and audio cables from the monitor. 2. Set the monitor base on a soft, protected surface. Pr...
Page 31 - Troubleshooting; Solving Common Problems
A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions: Problem Solution 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...
Page 33 - Locating the Rating Label
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 trou...
Page 35 - Technical Specifications
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 coatingInput Terminals: ■ VGA connector (select models) ■ DVI-D 2...
Page 38 - Preset Video and High-Definition Modes
Preset Video and High-Definition Modes The monitor automatically recognizes many preset video input modes that will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. Factory Preset Video Input Modes, 1859m Preset Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 1 640 x 480 31.47 59.94 2...
Page 40 - LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy; Power Cord Set Requirements
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy The HP 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...
Page 41 - Agency Regulatory Notices; Federal Communications Commission Notice; Modifications; Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with
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 res...
Page 45 - as required by China’s; ѻકЁ᳝↦᳝ᆇ⠽䋼ܗユⱘৡ鹵ঞ䞣
The Table of Toxic and Hazardous Substances/Elements and their Content as required by China’s Management Methods for Controlling Pollution by Electronic Information Products Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) Polybro...
Page 47 - Index
D Index A adjustments swivel 3–10 tilt 3–9 audio and video cables and adapters 3–6 B base unfolding 3–1 C cable management 3–9 cleaning 2–2 connecting audio cable 3–7 HDMI 3–6 power cable 3–8 VGA DVI-D 3–5 F features 1–1 front panel 4–3 H High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) 3–7 I instal...