HP Pavilion vf51 User manual

hp pavilion vf51
15-inch
LCD Monitor
(15-inch Viewable Image)
User’s Guide
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Contents
Introduction ……………………………..………… 1
Features ……………………………………………………… 1
For Your Safety ……………………………………………… 2
Working in Comfort …………………………………………… 2
Installation ………………………………………… 3
Unpacking the Monitor ………………………………………. 3
Locations and Functions of Controls ……………………… 3
Connecting Your Monitor …………………………………… 4
How to Install the Drivers ……………………… 6
Windows 2000 Users ……..……............…...……………… 6
Windows Me Users ……..……............……...……………… 6
Windows XP Users ……..……............……...……………… 7
Using Your Monitor ……………………………… 8
Turning the Monitor Onand Off ……..……...……………… 8
Tilting the Monitor …………………………………………… 9
Setting the Video Mode …………………………………… 9
Setting the Refresh Rate …………………………………… 9
Minimizing Power Consumption ……………………………. 10
Caring for and Cleaning the Monitor……………………… 10
Adjusting Your Monitor …………….…………… 12
Summary of Control Buttons ……………………………… 12
Displaying the OSD MainMenu …………………………… 12
Selecting Items in the OSD Menu………………………… 14
Making Adjustments in the OSD Menu …………………… 14
Using the Direct Keys ……………………………………… 20
Troubleshooting ……………………………… 22
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy for vf51
Monitor ………………………………………… 23
Technical Information ………………………….24
Monitor Information …………………….………………… 24
Video Modes ………………………………………………. 25
Unknown Video Modes.…………………………………… 26
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Declaration of Conformity …………………………………… 27
FCC Statement ……………………………………………….. 28
Declaration of VCCI Class B Compliance …………………. 28
Noticefor Korea (Class B) ………………………………… 28
DOC Statement (Canada Only) …………………………….. 29
Environmental Information ………………………………… 29
ENERGYSTAR Compliance ……………………………… 29
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TCO 99 Compliance ………………………………………… 30

Introduction
This latest LCD monitor has a 15-inch active matrix TFT (thin film transistor) liquid crystal display
module. It is designed for use with any Windows®-based PC. The monitor’s compact design
provides great space savings on your computer desk.
Features
Important features include:
Automatic configuration to the PC video settings with maximum XGA (1024 x 768) resolution.
Three control buttons, plus OSD (on-screen display) for easy monitor settings adjustment and
configuration with instant feedback.
Support analog video input for direct and immediate replacement of CRT displays.
 Tilt feature to optimize viewing position.
 Compliant with VESA Mounting standard for easy mounting on wall or mechanical arms.
Anti-glare coating on the panel to reduce the reflection of ambient light.
Flicker-free performance across all recommended video modes.
Support for high refresh rates up to 75 Hz.
VESA DDC2B Plug-and-Display compliant.
A Power-saving feature that is compatible with Microsoft®Windows
This monitor is compliant with ISO 13406-2 guidelines for reduced electromagnetic
emissions.
Compliant with TCO99. (European Union Only)
Note:The lighting flash with the arrowhead symbol inside an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated, dangerous voltage which may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
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For Your Safety
Warning
To completely disconnect power from your display, you must remove the powe
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cord from the wall outlet and then remove the power cable from the display.
Only usewith the poweradapter supplied with the product.To avoid electrical
shock,do not open the power adapter. There areno user-serviceable parts
inside.Refer servicing toqualified servicepersonnel.
For your safety and the protection of your monitor, follow these precautions:
Use only the factory-supplied power cord that shipped with your monitor.
To prevent electrical shock, do not disassemble the display. The cover should be removed only
by qualified service personnel.
Do not cover the air vents.
 To avoid the risk of damage to the display and electrical shock to yourself, do not expose the
display to rain or moisture.
 Make sure the computer is turned off before connecting or disconnecting a display peripheral.
 If you are in any doubt that you can lift the equipment safely, do not try to move it without help.
If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the display and contact qualified service personnel:
The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged.
You have spilled liquid into the display.
The display has been exposed to rain or water.
The display does not operate correctly when the operating instructions are followed.
The display has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
Working in Comfort
To optimize your comfort and productivity, it’s important that you set up your work area correctly
and use your HP equipment properly. With that in mind, we have developed some setup and use
recommendations for you to follow based on established ergonomic principles.
You can consult the online version of Working in Comfort preloaded on the hard disk of HP
computers, or visit HP’s Working in Comfort Web site at:
http://www.hp.com/ergo
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Installation
Please follow the instructions in this chapter to install your LCD monitor.
Note:Before connecting your monitor, first read through the instructions in this chapter and the
safety precautions in the previous chapter.
Unpacking the Monitor
When you are unpacking the monitor, make sure that you have the following items:
The LCD monitor
AC power adapter with attached DC power cable
A power cord
Analog video signal cable
CD with User's Guide and Driver
Quick Start Guide
Warranty Booklet
Note:Place the monitor on a flat, sturdy surface. Choose an area free from excessive heat,
moisture, and sunlight.
Locations and Functions of Controls
There are three control buttons and one power button on the front panel of the monitor, as well as
an LED for power status indication.
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Use the power button located at the lower middle of the front panel of your monitor to turn on and
off the monitor.
Three control buttons are also located at the lower middle of the front panel of your monitor. Their
functions are described below:
Button Function Description
Select (1) Opens the OSD Main Menu.
(2) Selects item for user adjustment.
Up (▲) (1) Moves upward through items in the OSD Main
Menu, or increases user-adjustable values.
(2) Opens Brightness Menu (Direct-key function).
Down (▼) (1) Moves downward through items in the OSD Main
Menu, or decreases user-adjustable values.
(2) Auto Configuration (Direct-key function).
Connecting Your Monitor
Before connecting any cables, make sure that the computer and monitor are turned off.
To connect the power and video signal cables:
1. Locate the AC power adapter with attached DC power cable.
2. Connect the DC power cable to the power jack on the back of the monitor (as shown below).
3. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter and then into the main power source.
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4. Plug theanalog video signal cable into the Analog Video Input port on the back of the monitor
(as shown above).
5. Connect the other end of the video cable into your computer’s video port. (Please check your
computer’s documentation for port location.)
Note: For best monitor performance, it is strongly recommended thatyou use Auto Configuration
to automatically configure your monitor’s settings.
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How to Install the Drivers
The HP monitor comes with driver software that allows you to take advantage of the Plug and Play
feature of the Windows® Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP operating system. This software
enables the computer to communicate with the monitor and use all the monitor features. Without
this software, the monitor settings and display images will not be correct.
NOTE: HP computers may ship with the Plug and Play drivers preinstalled. If you have an older
computer, these drivers may not be preinstalled and you may need to install the drivers
from the CD-ROM disc that came with the monitor.
You can also download the latest version of a driver from the HP Monitor Support Web site at:
http://www.hp.com/go/monitorsupport/
Windows 2000 Users
NOTE: The procedure for installing the driver for your operating system may vary.
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Click Start, select Settings, and then click Control Panel.
Double-click Display.
Click the Settings tab.
Click Advanced Properties or Advanced, and select the Monitor tab.
Click Properties.
Click the Driver tab.
Click Update Driver and click Next.
Select the recommended option and then click Next.
Select the Specify a Location box.
Find and open the vf51.inf file on the CD-ROM disc in the Drivers directory, and click OK.
Click Next to install the selected monitor.
Windows Me Users
NOTE: The procedure for installing the driver for your operating system may vary.
To install the driver for your monitor:
1. Click Start, select Settings, and then click Control Panel
2. Click Display.
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