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iv About This Guide
Table of contents
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Appendix A Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 28
Solving Common Problems ................................................................................................................ 28
Getting Support from hp.com ............................................................................................................. 29
Preparing to Call Technical Support ................................................................................................... 29
Locating the Rating Label ................................................................................................................... 30
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1 Product Features
HP LCD Monitors
The HP LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) screen
with the following features:
● Fast response time, providing better experience for hardcore gaming and graphics
● Easy viewing from a sitting or standing position, or while moving from one side of the monitor to
the other
● Dynamic Contrast Ratio to provide deeper blacks and brighter whites for brilliant shading effects
while gaming or watching movies
● Tilt adjustment
● Swivel adjustment
HP LCD Monitors 1
● Removable base and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) standard mounting holes
for flexible mounting solutions, including wall-mounting
● Security lock slot for a locking security cable (security cable sold separately)
● On-screen display (OSD) adjustments for ease of setup and screen optimization (choose
English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch,
Japanese, or Brazilian Portuguese)
● Keyboard parking
● HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) on DVI and HDMI inputs (selected models)
◦ Drivers
◦ Documents
• Do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
• Plug the power cord in a grounded (earthed) outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
• Disconnect power from the product by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet.
For your safety, do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one may
accidentally step on or trip over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the
electrical outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety and Comfort Guide. It describes proper
workstation, setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users, and provides important
electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/
ergo and/or on the documentation CD, if one is included with the monitor.
CAUTION: For the protection of the monitor, as well as the computer, connect all power cords for
the computer and its peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, scanner) to some form of surge
protection device such as a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Not all power strips
provide surge protection; the power strips must be specifically labeled as having this ability. Use a
power strip whose manufacturer offers a 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.
Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the LCD monitor so that they can not
be pulled, grabbed, or tripped over.
● Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the
current rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the
power cord does not exceed the rating of the power cord. Look on the power label to determine
the ampere rating (Amps or A) for each device.
● Install your monitor near a power outlet that you can easily reach. Disconnect the monitor by
grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the
cord.
● Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord.
● Do not open the monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. Adjust only those
controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If the monitor is not operating properly or
has been dropped or damaged, contact an authorized HP dealer, reseller, or service provider.
● Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor, as indicated on the label/
back plate of the monitor.
● Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the
current rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the
cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the power label to determine the ampere
rating (AMP or A) for each device.
● Install the monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach. Disconnect the monitor by grasping
the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord.
● Turn the monitor off when not in use. You can substantially increase the life expectancy of the
monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use.
● Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be
blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings.
● Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord.
● Keep the monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from excessive light, heat or moisture.
● When removing the monitor base, you must lay the monitor face down on a soft area to prevent
it from getting scratched, defaced, or broken.
3. Clean the monitor plastics with a clean cloth dampened with water.
CAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other volatile substances to clean the
monitor or the screen. These chemicals may damage the cabinet finish as well as the screen.
1. Disconnect the power, video, and audio cables from the monitor.
Maintenance Guidelines 5
3. Hold the base with one hand, where it attaches to the rear of the monitor, and push the monitor
forward, folding the monitor flat onto the soft, protected surface.
3. Determine whether the monitor will be desktop mounted or wall-mounted. See "Installing the
Monitor" in this chapter.
4. Prepare a flat area to assemble the monitor. You may need a flat, soft, protected area for placing
the monitor screen-down while preparing it for installation.
5. You need a Phillips screwdriver for preparing the monitor for wall-mounting. You may need a
straight-slot screwdriver to secure some cables.
NOTE: For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of the display as the
bezel may cause disturbing reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces.
1. Set the monitor screen face down on a flat, soft, protected table or desk surface with the support
column overhanging the edge.
CAUTION: The screen is fragile. Avoid touching or applying pressure to the LCD screen; doing
so can cause damage.
2. Grip the base near where it attaches to the monitor with one hand and lift the top part of the
monitor until it is unfolded into the desired position.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury or of damage to the equipment, check that
the wall-mounting fixture is adequately installed and secured before attaching the monitor. Refer
to the instructions supplied with the wall-mounting fixture and check that it is capable of
supporting the monitor.
2. Disconnect the power cable and any other cables from the monitor.
4. Remove the four screws that fasten the monitor base to the monitor.
6. Remove the square plate on the back of monitor. Use a coin at the base of the plate to pry it
loose.
Figure 3-6 Removing the plate from the back of the monitor
8. Follow the instructions included with the mounting fixture to ensure that the monitor is safely
attached.
The four threaded holes that are on the back of the panel are compliant with the VESA standard
for mounting flat-panel monitors.
Use a VGA video cable, DVI-D cable or HDMI cable to connect your monitor to your computer. 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.
Connect one end of the VGA video cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the
VGA video connector on the computer.
Connect one end of the DVI-D video cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the
DVI-D video connector on the computer. You can use this cable only if your computer has a DVI
compliant graphics card that is either integrated or installed. The monitor DVI-D connector and
cable are included.
Figure 3-8 Connecting the VGA or a DVI-D cable - connector locations may vary
NOTE: When using a VGA or DVI signal, you must connect your audio separately because a
VGA or DVI signal converts only video data, not audio data.
Connect one end of the HDMI cable (not provided) to the back of the monitor and the other end
to a computer with an HDMI connector.
Figure 3-10 Connecting the audio cables - connector locations may vary
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.
Be sure that the grounded power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible to the
operator and located as close to the equipment as possible. A power cord should be routed so
that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items that are placed upon it or against it.
Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one may accidentally
step on or trip over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable.
2. Connect one end of the power cable to the monitor and the other end to a grounded electrical
outlet.
WARNING! To prevent injury from electrical shock, you should do one of the following if a
properly grounded electrical outlet is not available: (1) You should use an electrical outlet
adapter that provides proper grounding. (2) You should have a properly grounded electrical
outlet installed.
1. Face the front of the monitor and hold the base so that you do not topple the monitor while
changing the tilt.
CAUTION: To avoid breakage or other damage, avoid applying pressure to the LCD screen while
swiveling it or changing the tilt.
Installing Drivers
If you determine that you need to update the drivers, you can install the monitor driver INF and ICM
files from the CD, or download them from the Internet.
5. Ensure that the proper resolutions and refresh rates appear in the Display Control Panel
settings. Refer to the Windows® operating system documentation for more information.
NOTE: You might need to install the digitally signed monitor drivers (INF or ICM files) manually
from the CD, in case of an installation error. Refer to the "Driver Software Readme" file on the
CD for instructions (in English only).
4. Enter the model number of your monitor. The software download pages for your monitor are
displayed.
5. Download and install the driver and software files by following the instructions on the download
pages.
Do not use this procedure if your monitor is using a DVI or HDMI input. If your monitor is using a VGA
input, this procedure can correct the following image-quality conditions:
● Off-center picture
CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on-
screen for a prolonged period of time (12 consecutive hours of non-use). To avoid burn-in image
damage on your monitor screen, you should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the
monitor when it is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Image retention is a condition that may
occur on all LCD screens.
● You can also press the Menu button, and then select Image Control, followed by Auto
Adjustment from the OSD menu.
7. Press the Auto/OK button on the monitor panel to produce a stable, centered image.
7 Auto Auto-adjusts the display to the ideal setting when the OSD is not
active / Enters the selected option.
Front-Panel Controls 19
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD)
An on-screen display is an image superimposed on a screen picture, commonly used by monitors,
televisions, VCRs, and DVD players to display information such as volume, channel, and time.
1. If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn on the monitor.
2. To access the OSD menu, press the Menu button. The OSD Main Menu displays.
3. To navigate through the Main or sub-menu, press the + (Plus) button on the monitor's side panel
to scroll up, or the – (Minus) button to scroll in reverse. Then press the Auto/OK button to select
the highlighted function.
NOTE: The menu moves to the top if you scroll down at the bottom of the selections. The
menu moves to the bottom if you scroll up at the top of the selections.
5. Select Save and Return. If you don't want to save the setting, select Cancel from the sub-menu
or Exit from the Main Menu.
NOTE: When a menu is displayed, if the buttons are untouched for 30 seconds (factory
default), adjustments and settings are saved and the menu closes.
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:
● Save and Return — to save all changes and return to the OSD Main Menu screen. This Save
and Return option is active only if you change a menu item.
Movie
Photo
Gaming
Text
Custom
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
On
Off
Top
Middle
Bottom
Off
On
Off
(HDMI only)
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 are installed, the default
input selection is DVI. The HDMI cable is in place of the DVI-D cable. The source of input can be
switched using the Source Control option in the OSD menu. Switching from a VGA to an HDMI input
source may take several seconds.
● Input Signal Out of Range — Indicates the monitor does not support the video card's input
signal because its resolution or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports.
Change your video card settings to a lower resolution or refresh rate. Restart your computer for
the new settings to take effect.
● Monitor Going to Sleep — Indicates the screen display is entering a sleep mode. The speakers
are turned off in sleep mode.
● Power Button Lockout— Indicates the power button is locked. If the power button is locked,
the warning message Power Button Lockout displays.
◦ If the power button is locked, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to unlock the
power button function.
◦ If the power button is unlocked, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to lock out
the power button function.
● Check Video Cable — Indicates a video input cable is not properly connected to the computer
or monitor.
● OSD Lock-out — The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu
button on the front panel for 10 seconds. If the OSD is locked, the warning message OSD Lock-
out appears for 10 seconds.
If the OSD is unlocked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to lock the OSD.
● Dynamic Contrast Ratio ONIndicates DCR is applied when Movie mode is selected from the
Quick View options.
● Dynamic Contrast Ratio OFFIndicates DCR has been turned off when the monitor is changed
to another viewing mode.
● No Input Signal — Indicates the monitor is not receiving a video signal from the computer on
the monitor video input connector. Check to see if the computer or input signal source is off or in
the power-saver mode.
● Auto Adjustment in Progress — Indicates the auto adjustment function is active. See
"Adjusting Screen Quality" in this chapter.
If you want additional image quality improvement, use the Clock and Clock Phase controls of the
monitor to fine tune the image. See "Optimizing Analog Video" in this chapter.
Some monitors contain advanced circuitry that allow the monitor to function as a standard analog
monitor. Two controls in the OSD menu can be adjusted to improve analog image performance:
● Clock — Increase or decrease the value to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the
screen background.
● Clock Phase — Increase or decrease the value to minimize video distortion or video jitter.
Use these controls only when the auto adjustment function does not provide a satisfactory monitor
image in analog mode. To obtain the best results:
4. Set the main Clock settings correctly first, because the Clock Phase settings depend on the
main Clock settings.
When adjusting the Clock and Clock Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted,
continue adjusting the values until the distortion disappears.
To restore the factory settings, access the OSD menu, select Factory Reset, and then select
Yes.
The monitor also supports a power-saver mode that is controlled by the computer. When the monitor
is in the reduced-power state, the monitor screen is blank, the backlight is off, and the Power light is
amber. The monitor uses minimum power. When the monitor is "awakened," a brief warm-up period
occurs before the monitor returns to normal operating mode. The energy-saving reduced power state
activates if the monitor does not detect either the horizontal sync signal or the vertical sync signal.
The power-saver feature must be activated on your computer for this feature to work.
Refer to your computer documentation for instructions on setting energy-saver features (sometimes
called power-management features).
NOTE: The energy-saver feature works only when the monitor is connected to computers that have
energy-saver features.
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A Troubleshooting
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 the monitor.
Select Management in the OSD menu, and then select Bezel Power LED. Check if the
Bezel Power LED option is set to Off and, if so, set to On mode.
Connect the video cable properly. See Setting Up the Monitor on page 7 for more
information.
Press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse to turn off the screen-blanking utility.
Image appears blurred, Press the Auto/OK button on the monitor front panel. If this does not correct the image, press
indistinct, or too dark. the Menu button to open the OSD menu, and adjust the brightness and contrast scales.
Image is not centered. Press the Menu button to access the OSD menu. Select Image Control, and then select
Horizontal Position or Vertical Position to adjust the position of the image.
Check Video Cable appears Connect the monitor VGA or DVI-D signal cable to the VGA or DVI-D connector on the
on screen. computer. Be sure that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable.
Input Signal Out of Range Restart your computer and enter Safe Mode. Change your settings to a supported setting
appears on screen. (see the table in "Preset Video Modes" in Technical Specifications on page 31). Restart
your computer so that the new settings take effect.
Picture is fuzzy and has Adjust the contrast and brightness controls.
ghosting, shadowing
problem. Make sure that you are not using an extension cable or switch box. We recommend plugging
the monitor directly into the graphic card output connector on the back of your computer.
The auto adjustment feature might fix this problem (VGA input only).
Unable to set the monitor to Make sure the graphics card supports the optimal resolution.
the optimal resolution.
Make sure the latest supported driver is installed for the graphics card. For HP and Compaq
systems, you can download the latest graphics driver for your system from: www.hp.com/
support. For other systems, refer to the Web site for your graphics card.
Screen is black or displaying Check if your monitor and computer support HDCP. Refer to High-Content Digital Bandwidth
at a lower resolution while Protection or http://www.hp.com/support.
displaying high-definition
(HD) content.
28 Appendix A Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
● Press the Menu button to access the OSD menu. Select Management, and then select
Volume to adjust the volume.
● Ensure speaker volume is not muted or too low: Click the Windows start button™,
Control Panel, and Hardware and Sound. Under Audio Devices and Sound, click
Adjust system volume. Under Main Volume, move the slider up.
● If you are connected using HDMI, use the Speaker Self Test OSD Volume option to
ensure that the speakers work, and thus isolate it to a potential issue with the source
input.
No Plug and Play. In order for the Plug and Play feature of the monitor to work, you need a computer and
graphic card that are compatible with Plug and Play. Check with your computer
manufacturer.
Check the monitor's video cable, and make sure that none of the pins are bent.
Make sure that the monitor drivers are installed. Refer to "Installing Drivers" in the Operating
the Monitor on page 17 chapter for more information. Monitor drivers are also available at:
http://www.hp.com/support
Picture bounces, flickers, or Move electrical devices that may cause electrical interference as far away from the monitor
wave pattern is present in as possible.
the picture.
Use the maximum refresh rate that your monitor is capable of at the resolution that you are
using.
Using HDMI connection, Ensure HDMI audio is selected as the main audio output in the operating system. To do so,
unable to hear audio. click the Windows Start Button, and then click Control Panel. Click Sound, and in the
Playback tab, ensure the check mark is next to the HDMI output, and click OK.
Monitor is always in sleep The computer power switch should be in the On position.
mode (amber LED).
The computer graphic card should be snugly seated in its slot.
Check that the monitor video cable is properly connected to the computer.
Inspect the monitor video cable, and make sure that none of the pins are bent.
Check that your computer is operational: Press the Caps Lock key and observe the Caps
Lock LED found on most keyboards. The LED should either turn on or off after hitting the
Caps Lock key.
● Monitor serial number (located on label on back of monitor or in the OSD display in the
Information menu)
● Hardware configuration
30 Appendix A Troubleshooting
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 coating
Input terminal:
● VGA connector
Specifications:
Environmental Requirements
HP LCD Monitors 31
Table B-1 Model 1910m (continued)
Specifications:
Specifications:
Environmental Requirements
Specifications:
Specifications:
Environmental Requirements
Specifications:
Dimensions (h x w x d): 16.2 x 22.6 x 7.9 in. (412 x 573 x 200 mm)
Environmental Requirements
HP LCD Monitors 33
Table B-4 Models 2310i/m (continued)
Specifications:
Specifications:
Environmental Requirements
Specifications:
Environmental Requirements
Table B-9 Factory Preset Video Input Modes, 2210i\m; \2310i\m; 2510i; 2710m
To locate defective pixels, the monitor should be viewed under normal operating conditions and in
normal operating mode at a supported resolution and refresh rate, from a distance of approximately
50 cm (16 inches). We expect that, over time, the industry will continue to improve its ability to
produce displays with fewer cosmetic imperfections, and we will adjust guidelines as improvements
are made.
For more information about your LCD Monitor and pixel policy, refer to the HP Web site at:
http://www.hp.com/support. To find pixel policy information on the HP Web site, type in "HP Pixel
Policy" in the search box and press Enter.
● Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
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 metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods
to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product.
Canadian Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Avis Canadien
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards
(European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Hewlett-Packard
for this product or product family.
This compliance is indicated by the following conformity marking placed on the product:
This marking is valid for non-Telecom This marking is valid for EU non-
products and EU harmonized Telecom harmonized Telecom products.
products (e.g. Bluetooth)
*Notified body number (used only if
applicable — refer to the product label).
Canadian Notice 39
Hewlett-Packard GmbH, HQ-TRE, Herrenberger Strasse 140, 71034 Boeblingen, Germany
The official EU CE declaration of conformity for this device may be found at http://www.hp.com/go/
certificates.
Japanese Notice
Korean Notice
The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the monitor meets the requirements for
use in the country where you purchased the equipment.
If you need to obtain a power cord for a different country, you should purchase a power cord that is
approved for use in that country.
The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's
electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage
and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the cross-sectional area of the wire must be a
minimum of 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.
A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
it or against it. Particular attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the
cord exits from the product.
CAUTION: Do not use the power cord received with this product on any other products.
Disposal of this material can be regulated because of environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, contact the local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA)
http://www.eiae.org.
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of
with your household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by
handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling or waste electrical and electronic
equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will
help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human
health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact the local city office, the household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the 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.
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