HP 2311GT - Manual

2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the monitor. If another cord is used, be sure that the power source andconnection are appropriate for this monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use withthe monitor, see Power Cord Set ...

● Install the monitor near a power outlet that you can easily reach. Disconnect the monitor bygrasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by pulling thecord. ● Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord. Maintenance Guidelines T...

Shipping the Monitor Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You might need it later if you move or ship themonitor. To prepare the monitor for shipping: 1. Disconnect the power and video cables from the monitor. 2. Press the button on the front of the pedestal (1) and lift the monitor pane...

3 Setting Up the Monitor Unpacking the Monitor 1. Unpack the monitor and store the packing box. 2. Turn off the computer and other attached devices. 3. Prepare a flat area to assemble the monitor. You may need a flat, soft, protected area for placingthe monitor screen-down while preparing it for ins...

3. Slide the hinge bracket on the monitor into the opening on top of the pedestal. The panel willclick into place when fully inserted. Figure 3-2 Inserting the Monitor Panel Connecting Monitor Cables CAUTION: Before connecting cables to the monitor, ensure that the computer and monitor are powered o...

Figure 3-3 Connecting the HDMI Cable Getting HDMI Sound If you use HDMI to connect to a monitor model without speakers, you must activate HDMI sound byadjusting the setting in Microsoft Windows. If HDMI is not activated, you can not hear any sound. Toactivate HDMI sound on your computer: 1. Right-cl...

Connecting the VGA Video Cable (not provided) Connect one end of the VGA video cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the VGAvideo connector on the computer. The VGA cable is not included with the monitor. Figure 3-4 Connecting the VGA Cable (cable not provided) ENWW Connecting Monito...

Connecting the DVI-D Video Cable (not provided) Connect one end of the DVI-D video cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the DVI-Dvideo connector on the computer. You can use this cable only if your computer has a DVI compliantgraphics card that is either integrated or installed. The...

Installing the Cable Management Clip Install the cable management clip over the input cable and power cord to gather them togetherbehind the monitor. Figure 3-7 Installing the Cable management Clip High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) Your monitor supports HDCP and can receive high-defin...

Adjusting The Tilt For optimal viewing, adjust the screen tilt to your own preference, as follows: CAUTION: To avoid breakage or other damage, avoid applying pressure to the LCD screen while changing the tilt. 1. Face the front of the monitor and hold the base so that you do not topple the monitor w...

Connecting External Speakers and Audio Cable (not provided) Use the following procedure to connect external speakers to a computer. 1. Turn the computer on. 2. Connect the audio cable to the audio-speaker connector on the computer, and then connect theUSB power cable to a USB connector on the comput...

4 Operating the Monitor CD Software and Utilities The CD that is included with this monitor contains drivers and software that you can install on yourcomputer. Installing Drivers If you determine that you need to update the drivers, you can install the monitor driver INF and ICMfiles from the CD, or...

Icon Main Menu Options Sub-menu Options Description Auto-Switch Source Turns the automatic video signal input toOn or Off on the system. The factorydefault is On. Exit Exits the OSD menu screen. Identifying Monitor Conditions Special messages appear on the monitor screen for the following monitor co...

5 Using 3D Technology The following items are provided for your 3D experience: ● 3D Passive FPR Glasses ● 3D monitor ● CyberLink PowerDVD Premium 3D and CyberLink PowerDVD Premium BD 3D (for Blu-ray) ● TriDef® 3D Ignition Game Player NOTE: Select computer models may include 3D content on a CD or DVD...

3D Safety Information Carefully read all of the following safety precautions before using the 3D glasses and 3D monitor. WARNING! If you cannot see 3D content after you set up your 3D system, HP recommends that you discontinue use. Consult a physician if you suspect a physical problem seeing stereos...

The system requirements for the CyberLink PowerDVD software are Windows Vista or Windows 7.Refer to the software online Help for current PC system requirements and details about how to useCyberLink PowerDVD Premium 3D. To view 3D content: NOTE: The 3D effect works best in a darkened room. 1. Insert ...

● Network card ● DirectX 9.0c The minimum system requirements for the TriDef® 3D Ignition Game Player are: NOTE: Minimum PC system requirements may vary depending on the game you want to play. Refer to the games's user guide for system requirements. ● Intel® Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 Dual-Core...

Handling the Glasses The 3D glasses are durable but sensitive to physical pressure, and need to be handled with care. The3D glasses should be held by the frame in order to avoid getting fingerprints on the lenses. When youare not using the 3D glasses, store them in the protective pouch. CAUTION: To ...

A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and therecommended solutions: Problem Solution Power button LED is not on. Make sure that the Power button is on, and the power cord is connected to a groundedpower outlet and t...

Frequently Asked 3D Troubleshooting Questions Why am I unable to see 3D content? If you are watching in 3D mode and cannot see 3D content, HP recommends that you not use the 3Dglasses. Refer to the information below and 3D Safety Information on page 25 . Consult a physician if you suspect a physical...

Getting Support from hp.com Before you contact customer service, refer to HP Technical Support at: 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 troublesh...

B Technical Specifications All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP component manufacturers;performance might vary either higher or lower. HP 2311gt 3D LCD Monitor Table B-1 2311gt Specifications Specifications Display Type: TN LCD active matrix Viewable Image Size: 58....

Preset Video Modes The monitor automatically recognizes many preset video input modes that will appear properly sizedand centered on the screen. Table B-2 Factory Preset Video Input Modes Preset Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 1 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 2 720 x 400 31.469...

LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Your LCD monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to high standards, to helpguarantee trouble-free performance. Nevertheless, the display might have cosmetic imperfectionsthat appear as small bright or dark spots. This is common to all LCD m...

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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a resid...

For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: Hewlett Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 Or, call (281) 514-3333 To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product. Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatu...

German Ergonomics Notice HP products which bear the "GS" approval mark, when forming part of a system comprising HP brandcomputers, keyboards and monitors that bear the "GS" approval mark, meet the applicableergonomic requirements. The installation guides included with the products p...

Product Environmental Notices ENERGY STAR® Qualification HP Displays marked with the ENERGY STAR® certification mark meet the requirements of the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR program. The EPA ENERGY STAR®certification mark does not imply endorsement by the EPA. As an ENERGY ...

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, 2005, mandates thatmanufacturers provide Material Content Declarations for certain categories of electronic productsoffered for sale after July 1, 2006. To view the JIS C 0950 material ...