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HP w15e LCD Monitor
User Guide
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© 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use
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About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. NOTE: Text set off in this manner provides important supp
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iv About This Guide
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Table of contents 1 Product Features HP w15e LCD Monitor .......................................................................................................................... 1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information ................................................................................................................ 2 Maintenance Guidelines .................................................................................................................
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Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions ............................................................................................ 20 w15e Model ....................................................................................................................... 20 Entering User Modes .......................................................................................................................... 21 Energy Saver Feature ................................................................
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1 Product Features HP w15e LCD Monitor The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel. The monitor features include: Wide-screen 38.1 cm (15-inch) diagonal viewable area display with 1280 × 720 resolution, plus ● full-screen support for lower resolutions Tilt capability ● Removable base and pedestal for flexible monitor panel mounting solutions ● ● Video signal input to support VGA analog with VGA signal cable provided ● USB speakers (select model
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2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the monitor. If another cord is used, use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use with the monitor, refer to the Power Cord Set Requirements on page 24 in Appendix C. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: • Do not disable the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important
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Maintenance Guidelines To enhance the performance and extend the life of the monitor: ● 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
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3 Setting Up the Monitor To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then follow the instructions below. Attaching the Monitor Base 1. Set the base on a flat surface such as a table top. 2. Using both hands, position the pedestal over the base and press down firmly to lock it in place. Be sure the base is securely locked in place and adjust the tilt angle to the desired position. CAUTION: Do not touch the surface of the
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Rear Components Figure 3-2 Rear Components Component Function 1 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 2 VGA Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. Rear Components 5
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Connecting the Cables 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. Route the cables through the cable guide on the rear of the monitor pedestal. 3. Connect the VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the VGA connector on the computer. 4. Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. Figure 3-3 Connecting the Cables WARNI
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Connecting the Speakers (select models only) 1. Place the speaker set near the monitor so that the speaker with the controls is on the right side when viewing the monitor from the front. 2. Connect the USB cable on the control speaker to a USB connector on the computer. 3. Connect one end of the audio cable provided to the control speaker and the other end to the audio output connector on the computer. Adjusting the Monitor Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable
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Mounting the Monitor Panel You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to install the panel on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected. If the monitor has a connected audio cable, disconnect it. 1. Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the back of the monitor. 2. Lay the monitor face down on a flat surface. 3. Remove th
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4. Insert four 10mm screws through the holes on the swing arm plate and into the mounting holes on the monitor. Figure 3-6 Installing the Monitor on a Swing Arm CAUTION: This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 100 mm mounting holes. To attach a third-party mounting solution to the monitor, four 4 mm, 0.7 pitch, and 10 mm long screws are required (not provided with the monitor). Longer screws should not be used because they may damage the monitor. It is important to verify that the manu
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Locating the Rating Labels The rating labels on the monitor provide the spare part number, product number, and serial number. You may need these numbers when contacting HP about the monitor model. The rating labels are located on the rear panel of the monitor display head. Figure 3-7 Locating the Rating Labels 10 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor
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4 Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities Install the drivers and software from the CD provided with the monitor or download the latest version of the files from the HP support Web site. Installing from the CD (with select models) To install the drivers and software files on the computer from the CD: 1. Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM drive. The CD menu is displayed. 2. View the Monitor Driver Software Readme file. 3. Select Install Monitor Driver Software. 4. Follow the on-screen inst
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Faint vertical bars ● Thin, horizontal scrolling lines ● ● An off-center picture To use the auto-adjustment feature: 1. Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before adjusting. 2. Press the Auto button on the monitor front panel to produce a stable, centered image. Front Panel Controls Table 4-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 Auto Activates the auto-adjustment feature. 2 Exit Exits the OSD menu and saves the adjusted settings. 3 – (minus) ● If the OSD menu is on, press to
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings The monitor settings can be adjusted from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. Using the On-Screen Display Menu Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) to adjust the screen image based on your viewing preferences. To access the OSD, do the following: 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 Select button on the monitor’s front panel. 3. To navigate through the OSD Menu, press the + (plus) button o
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OSD Menu Selections The following table lists the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selections and their functional descriptions. Settings will be saved automatically after adjustments are made. Table 4-2 OSD Menu Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Auto Adjust Automatically adjusts the screen image. Luminance Adjusts the brightness and contrast levels of the screen. Brightness Adjusts the brightness level of the screen. The factory default range is 90. Contrast Adjusts the contrast level of the sc
