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2011x/2011s/2011xi
2211f/2211x
2311cm/2311f/2311x/2311xi
2511x
2711x
LCD Monitors
User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on safety and maintenance, setting up the LCD 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 ma
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iv About This Guide
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................................................................................................... 1 LCD Monitors .......................................................................................................................... 1 2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines .................................................................................. 3 Important Safety Information ...........................................................
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Appendix A Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 24 Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................................... 24 Getting Support from hp.com .................................................................................................. 26 Preparing to Call Technical Support ...............................................................................
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1 Product Features LCD Monitors Figure 1-1 LCD Monitors The HP LCD (liquid crystal display) monitors have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) screen with an LED backlight and the following features: ● Large diagonal display ● Maximum graphics resolution ◦ 2011x/ 2011xi/ 2011s: 1600 x 900 @ 60Hz ◦ 2211f / 2211x: 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz ◦ 2311cm / 2311f / 2311x/ 2311xi: 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz ◦ 2511x: 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz ◦ 2711x: 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz ◦ Plus full-screen support for lower resolutions
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● Dynamic contrast ratio (DCR) to provide deeper blacks and brighter whites for brilliant shading effects while gaming or watching movies ● External USB powered speakers with audio cable provided (select models) ● Plug and Play capability, if supported by your computer system ● 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) ● Power S
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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, be sure that the power source and connection are appropriate for this monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use with the monitor, see Power Cord Set Requirements on page 33. 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. Pl
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● Install the 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. 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 operat
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Cleaning the Monitor CAUTION: Spray the cleaner on a cloth and use the damp cloth to gently wipe the screen surface. Never spray the cleaner directly on the screen surface. It might run behind the bezel and damage the electronics. Do not use cleaners that contain any petroleum based materials such as benzene, thinner, or any volatile substance to clean the monitor screen or cabinet. These chemicals might damage the monitor. 1. Turn off the monitor and unplug the power cord from the back of the u
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3 Setting Up the Monitor Unpacking the Monitor 1. Unpack the monitor. Make sure all contents are included. Store the packing box. 2. Turn off the computer and other attached devices. 3. 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. Assembling the Monitor Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. Connect the monitor cables after you have assembled
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3. Slide the hinge bracket on the monitor into the opening on top of the pedestal. The panel will click into place when fully inserted. Figure 3-2 Inserting the Monitor Panel Connecting Monitor Cables CAUTION: Before connecting cables to the monitor, ensure that the computer and monitor are powered off. NOTE: When using a DVI, VGA, or HDMI signal, you must connect your audio output to external speakers. The video source is determined by the video cable used. The monitor will automatically deter
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Connecting the VGA Video Cable 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. The VGA cable is included with select models. Figure 3-3 Connecting the VGA Cable (cable provided with select models only) 8 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor
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Connecting the DVI-D Video Cable (Select Models) 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 DVI-D connector and cable are included with select models. Figure 3-4 Connecting the DVI-D Cable (cable provided with select models only) Connecting Monitor Cables 9
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Connecting the HDMI Cable (Select Models) Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end connector to the input device. The HDMI cable is included with select models. NOTE: The audio stream must be connected directly to external speakers or to an audio receiver. Figure 3-5 Connecting the HDMI Cable (cable provided with select models only) Getting HDMI Sound If you use HDMI to connect to a monitor model without speakers, you must activate HDMI sound by adjusting t
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Connecting the Power Cord 1. Follow all electrical and power warnings WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your 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. 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
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Installing the Cable Management Clip Install the cable management clip over the input cable and power cord to gather them together behind the monitor. Figure 3-7 Installing the Cable management Clip High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) select models Your monitor supports HDCP and can receive high-definition content. High-definition content is available in many sources, such as Blu-ray disc devices or HDTV air or cable broadcasts. If you do not have an HDCP-enabled monitor, you will
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Turning on the Monitor 1. Press the power button on the computer to turn it on. 2. Press the power button on the front of the monitor to turn it on. CAUTION: Burn-in image damage might 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 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 tha
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Adjusting The Tilt For optimal viewing, adjust the screen tilt to your own preference, as follows: CAUTION: To avoid breakage or other damage, avoid applying pressure to the LCD screen while changing the tilt. 1. Face the front of the monitor and hold the base so that you do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt. 2. Adjust the tilt by moving the top edge of the monitor either toward or away from you, without touching the screen. Figure 3-8 Tilt Adjustment 14 Chapter 3 Setting Up the
