HP Pavilion vf52 User Manual

hp pavilion vf52

lcd monitor

(15-inch/38.1-centimeter viewable image)

user’s guide

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Table of Contents

Introduction.................................................................................... 1

Features...................................................................................................1

For Your Safety .........................................................................................1

Installation ..................................................................................... 2

Unpacking the Monitor..............................................................................2

Locations and Functions of Controls ............................................................3

Making the Connections ............................................................................4

Using Your Monitor ........................................................................ 5

Installing the Drivers ..................................................................................5

Turning the Display On and Off..................................................................6

Tilting the Display .....................................................................................7

Setting the Video Mode .............................................................................7

Setting the Refresh Rate .............................................................................7

Minimizing Power Consumption .................................................................7

Caring for and Cleaning the Display...........................................................8

Adjusting Your Display ................................................................... 8

Summary of Control Buttons .......................................................................8

Displaying the OSD “Main Menu” ..............................................................9

Selecting Items in the OSD Menu................................................................9

Changing Settings by using the OSD Menu .................................................9

Using the Direct Keys ..............................................................................15

Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 17

LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy ........................................... 18

Technical Information ................................................................... 18

Display Information.................................................................................18

Video Modes .........................................................................................19

Unknown Video Modes ...........................................................................19

Recycling your Product ............................................................................19

Regulatory Information ................................................................ 20

Federal Communications Commission Notice.............................................20

Canadian Notice....................................................................................20

EPA Energy Star Compliance ...................................................................21

Power Cord Set Requirements ..................................................................21

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Introduction

This LCD monitor has a 15-inch / 38.1-centimeter active matrix TFT (thin film transistor) liquid crystal display module. It is designed for use with any Windows design provides great space savings on your computer desk.

Features

-based PC. The monitor’s compact-sized

For Your Safety

WARNING: To completely disconnect power from your display, you must remove the power cord from the wall outlet and then remove the power cable from the display.

For your safety and the protection of your monitor, follow these precautions:

Important features include:

• Automatic configuration to the PC video settings

with maximum XGA resolution.

• Three control buttons plus OSD (on-screen

display) for monitor settings provide adjustment and configuration with ease and instant feedback.

• Integrated audio speakers provide stereo sound.

• Support of analog video input allows for direct

and immediate replacement of CRT displays.

• A tilt feature to optimize viewing position.

• An anti-glare coating on the panel to reduce the

reflection of ambient light.

• Flicker-free performance across all recommended

video modes.

• Support for high refresh rates up to 76 Hz.

• VESA DDC2B Plug-and-Display compliant.

• A Power-saving feature that is compatible with

Microsoft

Windows.

• Compliance with Swedish MPR II guidelines for

reduced electromagnetic emissions.

• Use only the factory-supplied power cord* that

shipped with your monitor.

• To prevent electrical shock, do not disassemble

the display. The cover should be removed only by qualified service personnel.

• Do not cover the air vents.

• To avoid the risk of damage to the display and

electrical shock to yourself, do not expose the display to rain or moisture.

If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the display and contact qualified service personnel:

• The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged.

• You have spilled liquid into the display.

• The display has been exposed to rain or water.

• The display does not operate correctly when the

operating instructions are followed.

• The display has been dropped or the cabinet has

been damaged.

*The power cable is for use with the supplied power adapter only. In case of loss or damage, contact the retailer for replacement.

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Working in Comfort

To optimize your comfort and productivity, it’s important that you set up your work area correctly and use your HP monitor properly. With that in mind, we have developed some setup and use recommendations based on established ergonomic principles for you to follow.

These recommendations can be found in the onscreen version of the Safety & Comfort Guide, which is preloaded on the hard disk drive of your HP computer.

To view the Safety & Comfort Guide online:

Type

http://www.hp.com/ergo/

into your Web browser address box, and then press Enter on the keyboard.

NOTE: This monitor is not intended for use in an

office workspace.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. I describes proper workstation setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information.

Installation

Please follow the instructions in this chapter to install your LCD monitor.

NOTE: Before connecting your display, first read

through the instructions in this chapter and the safety precautions in the previous chapter.

Unpacking the Monitor

When you are unpacking the display, make sure that you have the following items:

• The LCD monitor

• AC power adapter with attached DC power cable

and separate power cord

• Analog video signal cable

• Audio cable

• The CD with software drivers and this User’s

Guide

• The Warranty

NOTE: Place the monitor on a flat, sturdy surface.

Choose an area free from excessive heat, moisture, and sunlight.

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Locations and Functions of Controls

There are three control buttons and one Power button on the front panel of the display, as well as a LED for power status indication.

The functions of the three control buttons and the Power button on the front panel of your monitor are described in the following table.

Button Symbol Press the Button to:

Show the OSD menu (“Main Menu”) while it is off.

Select

Minus

Plus

—

Execute the selected function in the OSD menu.

Move a selected item downward or decrease a user-adjustable value in OSD Menu.

Start the Auto Setup (Direct-key function).

Move a selected item upward or increase a user-adjustable value in OSD Menu.

Start the Audio Function Menu (Direct-key function).

You use the Power button, the button on the right in the button panel on the front of your monitor, to turn on and off the monitor.

Power

Turn on or turn off the monitor. The power indicator (green LED) on the left of the Power button lights while the monitor is on.

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Making the Connections

Before connecting any cables, make sure that the computer and monitor are turn off.

To connect the monitor:

1 Locate the following items:

• AC power adapter with the attached DC power

cable (A) and separate power cord (B).

• Analog video signal cable (C).

• Audio cable (D).

2 Plug the AC power adapter DC power cable (A)

into the power jack on the back of the monitor.

3 Plug the separate (two-prong) power cord (B) into

the AC power adapter (A), and then into the power source.

4 Plug the analog video signal cable (C) into the

Analog Video Input port on the back of the monitor, and then into your computer video port (blue VGA connector). (Please check your computer documentation for the video port location.)

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5 Plug the audio cable (D) to the Audio jack on the

back of the monitor, and then into the computer audio out port (green connector).

NOTE: For best display performance, it is strongly

recommended that you use Auto Setup to automatically configure the monitor settings.

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