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HP LP2480zx 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 LP2480zx Model ............................................................................................................................. 1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information ................................................................................................................ 4 Maintenance Guidelines ................................................................................................................
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Sleep Timer Mode .............................................................................................................................. 30 Recommended Options ...................................................................................................................... 31 Appendix A Advanced Color Management Features and Usage Color Gamut and Color Space Coverage ........................................................................................... 33 Color Space Emulation
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1 Product Features HP LP2480zx Model The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel. The monitor features include: RGB LED backlight for wider color gamut support, better color and luminance uniformity on the ● screen, and better color and luminance stability Wide 105% NTSC color gamut to enable accurate color gamut remapping for Adobe-RGB and ● sRGB ● IPS 61 cm (24-inch)1920 x 1200 panel for the best available LCD panel color performance True 10-
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OSD warning and reminder messages when the monitor needs to be recalibrated ● All controls supported over DDC/CI and USB for maximum flexibility and support for both Windows ● and Linux Updatable 12-bit pre-LUT, 3x3 matrix, and post-LUT for maximum flexibility ● HP Display Assistant software (Windows) to support easy set up of the monitor ● ● HP Display Assistant software support for Asset Management to help IT managers and Theft Deterrence to help reduce unauthorized relocation of the monitor U
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On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in several languages for ease of setup and screen ● optimization ● Software and documentation CD that includes HP Display Assistant software, monitor driver software, and product documentation ● Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption ● Compliant with the following regulated specifications: European Union CE Directives ◦ Swedish MPR II 1990 ◦ ◦ Swedish TCO Requirements HP LP2480zx Model 3
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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 50 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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WARNING! If an LCD monitor is not positioned in a sufficiently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: • Using cabinets or stands recommended by the manufacturer of the LCD monitor. • Only using furniture that can safely support the LCD monitor. • Ensuring the LCD monitor is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture. • Not placing the LCD monitor on tall furniture (fo
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Cleaning the Monitor 1. Turn off the monitor and the computer. 2. Unplug the monitor from the wall outlet. 3. Clean the monitor plastics with a clean cloth dampened with water. 4. Clean the monitor screen with an antistatic screen cleaner. 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. Shipping the Monitor Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You m
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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. NOTE: Be sure the master power switch, located on the rear panel of the monitor, is in the off position. The master power switch turns off all power to the monitor. CAUTION: For proper ventilation, the monitor must have a minimum of 5 cm (2 inches) of clearance around all sides and the cooling fan below the handle mus
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NOTE: Be sure the pedestal base is securely locked before continuing with the setup. Rear Components Figure 3-2 Rear Components Table 3-1 HP LP2480zx Rear Components Component Function 1 USB Downstream Connectors Connects optional USB devices to the monitor. (side panel) 2 Cable Lock Provision Provides slot for use with cable security locks. 3 DisplayPort Connector Connects the DisplayPort signal cable to the monitor. 4 HDMI Connector Connects the HDMI signal cable to the monitor. 5 DVI-I Conn
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Selecting and Connecting the Signal Cables The monitor features two DVI-I connectors capable of supporting either analog or digital input, one DisplayPort connector, one HDMI connector, one set of Component connectors, one S-Video connector, and one Composite connector. The monitor will automatically select an active signal on the DVI, HDMI, and DisplayPort inputs. The Component, S-Video, and Composite inputs must be selected manually. The inputs can be selected through the On-Screen Display (OS
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Table 3-2 Signal Connectors and Cables (continued) Input Monitor Connector and Cable Connection Description Plug S-Video Connect an S-Video cable to the S-Video connector on the monitor and the S-Video connector on the input device for analog operation. Cable purchased separately. Composite Connect a Composite cable to the Composite connector on the monitor and the Composite connector on the input device for analog operation. Cable purchased separately. Cable Management Before connecting the ca
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Connecting the Monitor Power 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor (1), and the other end to an electrical wall outlet (2). Figure 3-4 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
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Connecting USB Devices The monitor provides four USB connectors on the side panel that can be used to connect devices such as a digital camera, USB keyboard, or USB mouse. 1. Connect one end of the USB hub cable to the USB connector on the rear panel of the computer, and the other end to the upstream USB connector on the monitor. 2. Connect the USB devices to the USB downstream connectors on the side panel of the monitor. Figure 3-5 Connecting USB Devices Adjusting the Monitor 1. Tilt the monit
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2. Swivel the monitor to the left or right for the best viewing angle. Figure 3-7 Swiveling the Monitor 3. Adjust the monitor's height so that it is parallel to your eye height for a comfortable viewing position. WARNING! A lock-down/release button on the front of the column prevents the display panel from sliding up when the monitor is lifted. If the display panel is locked in the lowest height position: a. Make sure that the monitor is safely positioned on a stable surface. b. Gently push dow
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4. Pivot the monitor clockwise from landscape to portrait orientation viewing to adapt to your application. CAUTION: USB cables that are connected to the monitor can be damaged if they come in contact with the desk or table top surface when rotating the display panel to the portrait position. Ensure that there is enough clearance for the USB cables as you rotate the monitor. Be sure to remove any cables from the cable management opening before pivoting the monitor. Figure 3-9 Pivoting the Monit
