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Pavilion IPS LED Backlit Monitors
User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on monitor features, setting up the monitor, using the software 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 supplemental information. iii
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iv About This Guide
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................................................................................................... 1 HP Pavilion IPS Monitors ........................................................................................................... 1 2 Setting Up the Monitor ...................................................................................................... 3 Attaching the Monitor Base .......................................................
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1 Product Features HP Pavilion IPS Monitors The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, In-Plane Switching (IPS) panel. The monitor models and features include: ● 20xi/20bw/20fi models, 50.8 cm (20–inch) diagonal viewable area display with 1600 x 900 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions: includes custom scaling for maximum image size while preserving original aspect ratio ● 22xi/22bw/20fi models, 54.6 cm (21.5-inch) diagonal viewable area display with 1
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● Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption ● Safety guidelines, certifications, and regulatory notices for these products are available in the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide on the CD included with this monitor. 2 Chapter 1 Product Features
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2 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 CAUTION: The screen is fragile. Avoid touching or applying pressure to the screen; doing so can cause damage. TIP: For monitor displays with glossy bezels, consider the placement of the display, because the bezel might cause interfering reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces.
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3. Attach the base to the stand. NOTE: For the 25” and 27” models, tighten the screw on the bottom of the base by hand. For all other models, attach the base to the stand and the plastic hook will automatically lock. Figure 2-2 Attaching the base 4 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Monitor
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Rear Components Figure 2-3 Rear Components Component Function 1 HDMI* Connects the HDMI cable from the computer to the monitor. 2 DVI-D Connects the DVI-D cable from the computer to the monitor. 3 VGA Connects the VGA cable from the computer to the monitor. 4 DC Power LED Illuminates when power adapter is connected to the monitor. 5 DC Power Connector Connects the DC power adapter to the monitor. * select models Rear Components 5
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Connecting the Cables 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. Connect a signal cable. NOTE: The monitor is capable of supporting analog, digital, or HDMI input. The video mode is determined by the video cable used. The monitor will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can be selected by pressing the +/source button on the front panel or through the On-Screen Display (OSD) feature by pressing the Menu button. ● For
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● For DVI digital operation, use a DVI-D signal cable. Connect the DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector on the rear of the monitor and the other end to the DVI connector on the computer. Figure 2-5 Connecting a DVI Signal Cable (provided with select models) OR ● Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on the back of the monitor (select models) and the other end of the HDMI cable to the input device. The HDMI cable is not included. Connect the HDMI signal cable to the HDMI con
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3. Connect the round end of the power supply cord to the monitor, and then connect one end of the power cord to the power supply and the other end to a grounded electrical outlet. Figure 2-7 Connecting the Power Cable WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: 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 that is easily accessible at all times. Discon
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Front Panel Controls Figure 2-8 Monitor Front Panel Controls NOTE: The front panel controls on the HP 25xi/25bw and HP 27xi/27bw models are inactive unless they are illuminated. To activate the controls, tap on the area where the icons are located. All icons will become illuminated and active. The backlight for the icons will turn off upon exit from the OSD or when the OSD times out. Table 2-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. 2 Auto adj
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NOTE: To view an OSD menu simulator, visit the HP Customer Self Repair Services Media Library at http://www.hp.com/go/sml. Adjusting the Monitor Tilt the monitor panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level. Figure 2-9 Tilting the Monitor Turning on the Monitor 1. Press the power button on the front of the monitor to turn it on. 2. Press the power button on the computer to turn it on. CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on scr
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The monitor automatically scans the signal inputs for an active input and uses that input for the display. If two or more inputs are active, the monitor will display the default input source. If the default source is not one of the active inputs, then the monitor will display the highest ranking priority input in the following order: DVI, HDMI, then VGA. You can change the default source in the OSD by pressing the front panel Menu button and selecting Source Control > Default Source. HP Watermar
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Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP. Figure 2-11 Installing a Cable Lock 12 Chapter 2 Setting Up the Monitor
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3 Using My Display Software The CD provided with the monitor includes My Display software. Use My Display software to choose preferences for optimum viewing. You can select settings for gaming, movies, photo editing or just working on documents and spreadsheets. My Display also provides an easy way to adjust settings such as brightness, color, and contrast. Installing the Software To install the software: 1. Insert the CD in your computer CD drive. The CD menu displays. 2. Select the language. 3
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4 Finding More Information Reference Guides Refer to the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide included on the CD with your monitor for additional information on: ● Optimizing monitor performance ● Safety and maintenance guidelines ● Installing software from the CD ● Using the OSD menu ● Downloading software from the Web ● Agency regulatory information ● Troubleshooting and recommended solutions to common problems Product Support For additional information on using and adjusting your monitor, go to ht
