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CQ1859, CQ1859e, and CQ1859s LCD
Monitors
User Guide
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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 ENWW
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Table of contents 1 Product Features CQ1859, CQ1859e, and CQ1859s LCD Monitors ............................................................................... 1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information ................................................................................................................ 2 Maintenance Guidelines ....................................................................................................................... 3 Cleaning the
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sRGB Support .................................................................................................................................... 19 Changing the Color Temperature ...................................................................................... 19 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows 2000 and Windows XP .................... 19 Installing the sRGB ICM File for Microsoft Windows Vista ................................................ 20 Appendix A Troubleshootin
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1 Product Features CQ1859, CQ1859e, and CQ1859s LCD Monitors The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel. The monitor features include: 47 cm (18.5-inch) diagonal viewable area display with 1366 × 768 resolution, plus full-screen ● support for lower resolutions; includes custom scaling for maximum image size while preserving original aspect ratio ● Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or moving side-to-side
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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 28 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. Installing the Monitor Stand CAUTION: Do not touch the surface of the LCD panel. Pressure on the panel may cause non- uniformity of color or disorientation of the liquid crystals. If this occurs the screen will not recover to its normal condition. 1. Lift the monitor panel from its box and place it face down on a flat
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3. Slide the hooks at the top of the stand into the slots on the rear of the monitor panel (1) then snap the latches on the stand into the latch holes on the monitor (2). Figure 3-2 Installing the Monitor Stand Rear Components Figure 3-3 Rear Components Component Function 1 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 2 Audio Connects the audio cable to the monitor. 3 VGA Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. ENWW Rear Components 5
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Connecting the Cables 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. NOTE: Before connecting the cables, route them through the opening on the monitor's stand, if desired. 2. Connect one end of the VGA signal cable to the VGA connector on the monitor and connect the other end of the cable to the VGA connector on the computer. 3. Connect one end of the provided audio cable to the audio connector on the monitor and connect the other end of the cable to an audio o
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Adjusting the Monitor Stand You can adjust the monitor's tilt back position from 10 degrees to 30 degrees. Figure 3-5 Tilting the Monitor Turning on the Monitor 1. Press the power button on the computer to turn it on. 2. Press the power button on the side of the monitor to turn it on. CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of time.* To avoid burn-in image damage on the monitor screen, you should always activate a s
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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 3-6 Locating the Rating Labels Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP. NOTE: For more information on HP accessories, go to http://www.hp.com/g
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4 Operating the Monitor Software and Utilities The CD that comes with the monitor contains files you can install on the computer: ● an .INF (Information) file ● an .ICM (Image Color Matching) file ● auto-adjustment pattern utility additional software for the monitor model ● NOTE: If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP monitors support Web site. See Downloading from the Worldwide Web on page 10 in this chapter. The Information File The .INF fil
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Installing the .INF and .ICM Files After you determine that you need to update, you can install the .INF and .ICM files from the CD or download them. Installing from the CD To install the .INF and .ICM 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 instructions. 5. Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appea
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Using the Auto-Adjustment Function You can optimize the screen performance for the VGA (analog) input by using the Auto/OK button on the monitor and the auto-adjustment pattern software utility on the CD provided. This procedure can correct the following image quality conditions: ● Fuzzy or unclear focus ● Ghosting, streaking or shadowing effects ● Faint vertical bars Thin, horizontal scrolling lines ● An off-center picture ● To use the auto-adjustment feature: 1. Allow the monitor to warm up fo
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Side Panel Controls Table 4-1 Monitor Side Panel Controls Control Function 1 Auto/OK If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image. If the OSD menu is on, press to select the highlighted menu item. 2 Quick View/Plus If the OSD menu is inactive, press to open the Quick View OSD sub-menu. If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate forward through the OSD menu and increase adjustment levels. 3 Volume/Minus If the OSD menu is inactive, press t
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings The monitor settings can be adjusted from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. NOTE: If there is a problem with the display settings, try resetting the settings to the factory defaults by opening the OSD and selecting Factory Reset from the 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 butt
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OSD Menu Selections 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: Cancel—to return to the previous menu level. ● Save and Return—to save all changes and return to the OSD Main Menu screen. This Save and ● Return option is only active if you change a menu item. Table 4-2 OSD Menu Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Brightness Adjustable scale Adj
