Page 3 - Preface; About This Guide; Notational Conventions
Preface About This Guide This guide is intended for anyone who uses the v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / W185q LCD Monitor. It describes the monitor’s features, setup, and operation. The sections are as follows: y Safety and Maintenance Guidelines y Setup y Using the Monitor y Installing Dri...
Page 4 - Safety and Maintenance Guidelines; Important Safety Information; Safety Precautions
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. For information on the correct power cord set to use with your monitor, see Power Cord Se...
Page 6 - Attaching the Base
Setup Base and Tilt Attaching the Base 1 Set the panel face down on a flat , protected surface , such as a table top. 2 Using both hands , align the base with the pedestal and push in firmly to lock in place. Make sure that the base is securely locked in place before continuing with the setup proced...
Page 7 - Removing the Base; Adjusting the Tilt
Removing the Base 1 Set the panel face-down on a flat, protected surface. 2 Squeeze the tabs in the bottom of the base to release the lock. 3 Remove the base from the pedestal. CAUTION: To prevent damage, avoid applying pressure to the panel front. Adjusting the Tilt For optimal viewing, adjust the ...
Page 8 - Cables; Attaching the Cables
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...
Page 10 - Wall Mounting Arm; Preparing to Install a Wall Mounting Arm (Not supplied); Installing a Wall Mounting Arm
Wall Mounting Arm Preparing to Install a Wall Mounting Arm (Not supplied) This monitor can be attached to a wall mounting arm that you purchase separately. CAUTION: Before disassembling the monitor, turn off the monitor power, and disconnect all power, video, and audio cables. 1 Disconnect the cable...
Page 12 - External Controls
External Controls A Auto button Automatically fine-tunes the image quality. B Menu button Opens, selects, or exits the OSD menu. C – (minus) button Navigates backward through the OSD menu and decreases adjustment levels. If the OSD menu is inactive, activates the Volume decrease. D + (plus) button N...
Page 13 - Settings; Setting the Optimal Resolution; Windows Start Button; Appearance and Personalization; slide bar; Adjusting the Volume
Settings Setting the Optimal Resolution The recommended resolution for this monitor is 1366 x 768.To configure the monitor to this resolution, complete the setup procedure and make sure that the monitor is connected to the computer. Turn the monitor on and do the following: 1 Click the Windows Start...
Page 14 - Adjusting On-Screen Display Settings
Adjusting On-Screen Display Settings Use the OSD menu to adjust the screen image and change settings. 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) button...
Page 15 - OSD Menu; OSD Menu Levels; Level 1
OSD Menu The table below shows the OSD menus and their functions at each level. OSD Menu Levels Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Factory Preset Switch Video Input (w185 / W185q only) Brightness Adjustment Scale Y Reset Cancel Save and Return Contrast Adjustment Scale Y Reset Cancel Save and Return Im...
Page 16 - continued
OSD Menu Levels ( continued ) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Factory Preset Quick View Movie Photo Gaming Text Y Custom Cancel Save and Return Language Deutsch 简体中文 日本語 English English Español Français Italiano Nederlands Cancel Save and Return Volume(w185 only) OSD Control(w185 only) Horizontal OS...
Page 18 - Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-Adjustment Feature; Downloading Drivers and Software; Download Drivers and Software; Using the Auto-Adjustment Function
Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-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: http://www.hp.com/support 2 Select your country/region. 3 Select Download Drivers and Software . 4 Enter th...
Page 19 - Technical Support FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions); Possible Solutions
Technical Support FAQs Technical Support FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Problem & Question Possible Solutions Power LED is not on. y Make sure the Power button is on and the power cord is properly connected to a grounded power outlet and to the monitor. No Plug & Play. y In order for the ...
Page 21 - Specifications
Specifications All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP’s component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / W185q Display Type 18.51 inches, TFT LCD 47 cm Viewable Image Size 18.51 -inch diagonal 47 cm ...
Page 22 - Preset Display Modes
Preset Display Modes Preset Pixel Format Horz Freq (kHz) Horz Polarity Vert Freq (Hz) Vert Polarity Pixel Clk (MHz) Source 1 640 x 480 31.469 - 59.940 - 25.175 VGA 2 640 x 480 37.861 - 72.809 - 31.500 VESA 3 640 x 480 37.500 - 75.000 - 31.500 VESA 4 720 x 400 31.469 - 70.087 + 28.322 VGA 5 800 x 600...
Page 24 - Plug and Play DDC2B Feature; LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy; Agency Regulatory Notices; Federal Communications Commission Notice
Plug and Play DDC2B Feature This monitor is equipped with VESA DDC2B capabilities according to the VESA DDC STANDARD. It allows the monitor to inform the host system of its identity and, depending on the level of DDC used, communicate additional information about its display capabilities. The DDC2B ...
Page 25 - Canadian Notice
Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with met...
Page 26 - European Union Regulatory Notice
European Union Regulatory Notice This product complies with the following EU directives: y Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC y EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declarat...
Page 27 - Japanese Notice
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it ove...