HP Z32k G3 User manual

User Guide
SUMMARY
This guide provides technical specications and information about monitor features, setting up the monitor, and using
the monitor.

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First Edition: August 2022
Document part number: N25871-001

About this guide
This guide provides technical specications and information about monitor features, setting up the monitor,
and using the software. Depending on the model, your monitor may not have all the features included in this
guide.
WARNING! Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
IMPORTANT: Indicates information considered important but not hazard-related (for example, messages
related to property damage). Warns the user that failure to follow a procedure exactly as described could
result in loss of data or in damage to hardware or software. Also contains essential information to explain a
concept or to complete a task.
NOTE: Contains additional information to emphasize or supplement important points of the main text.
TIP: Provides helpful hints for completing a task.
This product incorporates HDMI technology.
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Table of contents
1Getting started.......................................................................................................................................................................1
Important safety information ...........................................................................................................................................1
More HP resources............................................................................................................................................................. 2
Preparing to call technical support ...........................................................................................................................2
Getting to know your monitor...........................................................................................................................................2
Features .....................................................................................................................................................................2
Front components .....................................................................................................................................................4
Rear components.......................................................................................................................................................4
Bottom components..................................................................................................................................................5
Locating the serial number and product number .....................................................................................................6
Setting up the monitor ......................................................................................................................................................7
Attaching the monitor stand ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Mounting the monitor head.......................................................................................................................................8
Removing the monitor stand ............................................................................................................................ 9
Attaching the monitor head to a mounting device ...........................................................................................9
Connecting the cables .............................................................................................................................................11
Connecting USB devices ..........................................................................................................................................14
Adjusting the monitor..............................................................................................................................................15
Installing a security cable........................................................................................................................................17
Turning on the monitor ...........................................................................................................................................17
HP watermark and image retention policy .............................................................................................................18
2Connecting a second computer to the monitor using the KVM function ............................................................................19
KVM connection priorities................................................................................................................................................19
3Using the monitor ................................................................................................................................................................21
Downloading software and utilities ................................................................................................................................21
The Information le .........................................................................................................................................................21
The Image Color Matching le .........................................................................................................................................21
Using the OSD menu ........................................................................................................................................................21
Using the OSD function buttons ......................................................................................................................................22
Reassigning the function buttons ...................................................................................................................................23
Display mode status ........................................................................................................................................................23
Changing the Power Mode setting ..................................................................................................................................23
Using Auto-Sleep Mode ...................................................................................................................................................24
Using PiP and PbP............................................................................................................................................................24
DisplayPort multistreaming over USB Type-C Thunderbolt ...........................................................................................24
Conguring an external monitor .....................................................................................................................................25
USB Type-C mode ............................................................................................................................................................26
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Updating the monitor ......................................................................................................................................................26
Downloading the HP rmware installer ..................................................................................................................26
Updating rmware for the monitor.........................................................................................................................26
4Support and troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................28
Solving common issues ...................................................................................................................................................28
Button lockouts ...............................................................................................................................................................29
5Maintaining the monitor ......................................................................................................................................................30
Maintenance guidelines...................................................................................................................................................30
Cleaning the monitor...............................................................................................................................................30
Shipping the monitor...............................................................................................................................................31
Appendix ATechnical specications.......................................................................................................................................32
80 cm (31.5 in) model specications ..............................................................................................................................32
Preset display resolutions...............................................................................................................................................33
80 cm (31.5 in) model..............................................................................................................................................33
High-denition video formats.........................................................................................................................................33
Energy saver feature .......................................................................................................................................................34
Appendix BAccessibility .........................................................................................................................................................35
HP and accessibility .........................................................................................................................................................35
Finding the technology tools you need...................................................................................................................35
The HP commitment................................................................................................................................................35
International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) .............................................................................36
Finding the best assistive technology.....................................................................................................................36
Assessing your needs ......................................................................................................................................36
Accessibility for HP products...................................................................................................................................36
Standards and legislation................................................................................................................................................37
Standards.................................................................................................................................................................37
Mandate 376 – EN 301 549 .............................................................................................................................37
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).................................................................................................37
Legislation and regulations.....................................................................................................................................38
Useful accessibility resources and links..........................................................................................................................38
Organizations ..........................................................................................................................................................38
Educational institutions ..........................................................................................................................................38
Other disability resources .......................................................................................................................................39
HP links ....................................................................................................................................................................39
Contacting support..........................................................................................................................................................39
Index ........................................................................................................................................................................................40
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Getting started1
Read this chapter to learn about safety information and where to nd additional HP resources.
Important safety information
An AC power cord is included with the monitor. If you use another cord, use only a power source and
connection appropriate for this monitor. For information about the correct power cord set to use with the
monitor, see the Product Notices provided in your documentation kit.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
●Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
●If the power cord has a three-pin attachment plug, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) three-pin
outlet.
●Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. When
unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
For your safety, do not place anything on power cords or cables. Take care to route all cords and cables
connected to the monitor so that they cannot be stepped on, pulled, grabbed, or tripped over.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide provided with your user guides. It
describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for computer users. The
Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety &
Comfort Guide is also available on the web at http://www.hp.com/ergo.
IMPORTANT: For the protection of the monitor and the computer, connect all power cords for the computer
and its peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, scanner) to a surge protection device such as a power
strip or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strip
must be specically labeled as having this capability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer oers a damage
replacement policy so that you can replace the equipment if surge protection fails.
Use the appropriate and correctly sized furniture designed to properly support your monitor.
WARNING! Monitors that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases, shelves, desks, speakers,
chests, or carts could fall over and cause personal injury.
WARNING! Stability hazard: The device might fall, causing serious personal injury or death. To prevent
injury, securely attach the monitor to the oor or wall in accordance with the installation instructions.
WARNING! This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present.
NOTE: This product is suitable for entertainment purposes. Consider placing the monitor in a controlled
luminous environment to avoid interference from surrounding light and bright surfaces that might cause
disturbing reections from the screen.
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More HP resources
Use this table to locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more.
Table 1-1 Additional information
Resource Contents
Setup Instructions Overview of monitor setup and features
HP support For HP support or to resolve a hardware or software problem, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to nd your product.
– or –
Select the Search icon in the taskbar, type support in the search box, and then
select HP Support Assistant.
– or –
Select the question mark icon in the taskbar.
NOTE: Contact customer support to replace the power cord, the AC adapter (select products only), or any other cables that shipped
with your monitor.
Preparing to call technical support
Use this information if you have to troubleshoot an issue.
If you cannot solve a problem using Support and troubleshooting on page 28, a call to technical support can
provide additional help. Have the following information available when you call:
●Monitor model number
●Monitor serial number
●Purchase date on invoice
●Conditions under which the problem occurred
●Error messages received
●Hardware conguration
●Name and version of the hardware and software that you are using
Getting to know your monitor
Your monitor has top-rated features. This section provides details about your components, where they are
located, and how they work.
Features
Depending on the model, your monitor might include the following features:
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Display features
●80 cm (31.5 in) diagonal viewable screen area with 3840 x 2160 resolution, plus full-screen support for
lower resolutions; includes custom scaling for maximum image size while preserving original aspect ratio
●Liquid crystal display (LCD) with active matrix and in-plane switching (IPS)
●Wide color gamut to provide coverage of sRGB color spaces (sRGB 100%, DCI P3 98%)
●Nonglare panel with an LED backlight
●Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or moving from side to side
(horizontal/vertical viewing angles: 178°)
●Single power button on the monitor turns the monitor and HP notebook (if connected to Thunderbolt or
USB Type-C® cable) on and o
●Tilt, swivel, and height adjustment capabilities
●Pivot capability to rotate the monitor head from landscape to portrait orientation
●Dual Picture in Picture (PiP) and Picture by Picture (PbP) functionality to enable the Thunderbolt USB
Type-C, DisplayPort, and HDMI inputs to be viewed in each half of the screen
●5-in-1 joystick control and ve on-screen display (OSD) buttons
Moving the joystick up, down, left, or right displays the OSD button labels, or hot keys. For select
monitors, moving the joystick or joypad in a dened direction immediately performs a hot-key function
without showing the OSD button menu rst.
●On-screen display (OSD) adjustments in 11 languages for easy setup and screen optimization
●Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption
●Security cable slot on the rear of the monitor for an optional security cable
●Cable management feature for placement of cables and cords
Connectors
●DisplayPort™ video input and output
●High-Denition Multimedia Interface™ (HDMI) video input
●USB Type-C Thunderbolt ports (cable included in select regions)
●USB hub with one USB Type-B port that connects to the computer (upstream), four USB Type-A ports, and
one USB Type-C port that connect to USB devices (downstream)
●Plug and Play capability, if supported by your operating system
●RJ-45 (network) jack
Monitor stand
●Removable stand for exible monitor head mounting solutions
●HP Quick Release 2 device to quickly attach the monitor head to the stand with a simple click, and then
remove it with the convenient sliding tab release
●VESA® mounting bracket for attaching the monitor head to a wall-mount device or swing arm
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●VESA mounting capability (100 × 100 mm) for attaching the monitor to a swing arm mount
●Support for a mounting bracket to attach the monitor to a workstation
NOTE: For safety and regulatory information, see the Product Notices provided in your documentation kit.
To access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to nd your
product. Then select Manuals.
Front components
To identify the components on the front of the monitor, use this illustration and table.
Table 1-2 Front components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Power button Turns the monitor on or o.
NOTE: Be sure that the master power switch on the monitor is in the On position to
turn on the monitor.
NOTE: When an HP notebook is connected to the Thunderbolt port, pressing the
power button on the display turns o your notebook or puts it to sleep based on your
power setting preferences.
(2) Power light White: The monitor is on.
Amber: The monitor is in a reduced power state because of inactivity.
Rear components
To identify the components on the rear of the monitor, use this illustration and table.
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Table 1-3 Rear components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) OSD control Activates the OSD buttons so that the button labels appear on the right side of the
screen.
(2) USB port (downstream) Connects a USB cable to a peripheral device, such as a keyboard, mouse, or USB hard drive
and supports battery charging.
(3) USB Type-C port (downstream) Connects a USB cable to a peripheral device, such as a keyboard, mouse, or USB hard drive
and supports 5V/3A battery charging.
Bottom components
To identify the components on the bottom of the monitor, use this illustration and table.
Table 1-4 Bottom components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Security cable slot Connects an optional security cable.
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Table 1-4 Bottom components and their descriptions (continued)
Component Description
(2) Master switch Turns on or o all power to the monitor.
(3) Power connector Connects your monitor to a power outlet.
(4) HDMI port Connects the HDMI cable to a source device such as a computer or game console.
(5) DisplayPort connector Connects the DisplayPort cable to a source device such as a computer or game console.
(6) USB Type-C Thunderbolt port
(upstream)
Connects a Thunderbolt or USB Type-C cable to a source device such as a computer or
game console. This Thunderbolt port can function as a DisplayPort input or as a USB 3.0
connection. It can also be used to deliver up to 100 W of power to a device. Power outputs
are 5 V/ 9 V/ 12 V/ 15 V/ 20 V to achieve a 100 W output.
This port also enables the USB Type-A ports to perform their functions.
(7) DisplayPort OUT connector Connects a DisplayPort cable to a secondary monitor for daisy-chaining.
(8) USB Type-B port (upstream) Connects the USB Type-B cable to a source device such as a computer or game console.
NOTE: A USB Type-B cable or a Thunderbolt cable must be connected from the source
device to the monitor to enable USB Type-A ports on the monitor.
(9) RJ-45 (network) port Connects a network cable. The network data rate via Thunderbolt maximum speed is
1OOO Mbps.
●Green (left): The network is connected.
●Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the network.
NOTE: The RJ-45 (network) port supports Wake On Lan (WOL) in-band, Mac Address
Passthrough (MAPT) in-band, and PXE boot. Functionality may vary with PC settings. For
more information, see USB Type-C mode on page 26.
(10) USB ports (2) (downstream) Connect a USB cable to a peripheral device, such as a keyboard, mouse, or USB hard drive.
(11) USB port (downstream) Connects a USB cable to a peripheral device, such as a keyboard, mouse, or USB hard drive
and supports battery charging.
Locating the serial number and product number
Depending on the product, the serial number and product number are located on a label on the rear of
the monitor or on a label under the front bezel of the monitor head. You might need these numbers when
contacting HP for support.
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Setting up the monitor
This section describes attaching the monitor stand or wall mount and the options for connecting your monitor
to a PC, notebook, gaming console, or similar device.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper
workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for computer users. The Safety & Comfort
Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is
available on the web at http://www.hp.com/ergo.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the monitor, do not touch the surface of the LCD panel. Pressure on the
panel can cause nonuniformity of color or disorientation of the liquid crystals. If this occurs, the screen will
not recover to its normal condition.
IMPORTANT: To prevent the screen from getting scratched, defaced, or broken and to prevent damage to
the control buttons, position the monitor facedown on a at surface covered with protective sheet foam or a
nonabrasive cloth.
Attaching the monitor stand
Correctly attaching your monitor stand is critical for safe use. This section describes how to safely attach a
stand.
TIP: Consider the placement of the monitor, because surrounding light and bright surfaces might cause
interfering reections.
NOTE: The procedures for attaching a monitor stand might be dierent on other models.
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1. With the monitor placed facedown inside the box, tear open the packaging bag along the tear line.
2. Slide the top of the mounting plate on the stand under the upper lip of the recess in the back of the panel
(1).
3. With the monitor still placed facedown inside the box, install the base (2), and then rotate the two
captive screws clockwise to secure the base (3).
Mounting the monitor head
To attach your monitor to a wall using a swing arm or other mounting xture, follow the steps in this section
to safely and securely connect your monitor.
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IMPORTANT: This monitor supports the VESA industry-standard 100 mm mounting holes. To attach a third-
party mounting solution to the monitor head, use four 4 mm, 0.7 pitch, and 10 mm long screws. Longer
screws might damage the monitor. Be sure that the manufacturer’s mounting solution is compliant with the
VESA standard and is rated to support the weight of the monitor head. For best performance, use the power
and video cables provided with the monitor.
NOTE: This apparatus is intended to be supported by a UL-listed or CSA-listed wall-mount bracket.
Removing the monitor stand
If you decide to use a wall mount instead of the monitor stand that you attached, rst remove the stand.
IMPORTANT: Before you disassemble the monitor, be sure that the monitor is turned o and all cables are
disconnected.
IMPORTANT: To position and stabilize the monitor, HP recommends that two people perform these
procedures.
1. Disconnect and remove all cables from the monitor.
2. Position the monitor facedown on a at surface covered by protective sheet made of foam or a clean, dry
cloth.
3. Push up the latch near the bottom center of the stand’s mounting plate (1).
4. Swing the bottom of the stand up until the mounting plate clears the recess in the monitor head (2).
5. Slide the stand out of the recess.
Attaching the monitor head to a mounting device
You might need additional tools such as a screwdriver (purchased separately) when you attach a mounting
device. To avoid damage to your monitor, follow these instructions:
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1. Remove the two screws from the VESA holes located on the rear of the monitor head (1), and then
remove the screw fastener (2).
2. Align the VESA adapter with the screw holes located on the rear of the monitor head (1), and then install
the two screws to secure the adapter (2).
NOTE: The adapter attaches only after you lower the stand mount to the correct position.
3. To attach the monitor head to a swing arm or other mounting device, insert four mounting screws
through the holes on the mounting device and into the VESA screw holes on the back of the monitor
head.
IMPORTANT: If these instructions do not apply to your device, then follow the mounting device
manufacturer’s instructions when mounting the monitor to a wall or swing arm.
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Connecting the cables
In addition to details about how to connect a cable, this section contains information about how your monitor
functions when you connect certain cables.
NOTE: The monitor might be capable of supporting Thunderbolt, USB Type-C, HDMI, or DisplayPort inputs.
The video mode is determined by the video cable used. The monitor automatically determines which inputs
have valid video signals. You can select the inputs through the OSD menu. The monitor ships with select
cables. Not all cables shown in this section are included with the monitor.
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer.
2. Connect a video cable.
NOTE: Some USB Type-C ports support display output. To determine if the USB Type-C port on your
monitor is capable of supporting DisplayPort output, see Rear components on page 4 and Bottom
components on page 5.
●Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector on the rear of the monitor and
the other end to the DisplayPort connector on the source device.
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●Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the rear of the monitor and the other end to
the HDMI port on the source device.
●Connect one end of a Thunderbolt cable to the Thunderbolt port on the rear of the monitor and the
other end to the Thunderbolt port on the source device. (Use only the HP-approved Thunderbolt
cable provided with the monitor.)
NOTE: The monitor’s Thunderbolt port provides network, data, video, and power delivery (up to
100 W).
The host device must be able to support DisplayPort Alt Mode (video, charging, and USB 3.1)
over the Thunderbolt connector. The host device must also be compatible with USB Type-C-
Thunderbolt™-enabled ports.
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3. Connect one end of the USB Type-B cable to a USB Type-B port on the monitor and the other end to a
USB Type-A port on the source device.
4. Connect one end of a network cable to the network jack on the monitor and the other end to a network
wall jack or router.
NOTE: To enable the network function, be sure that the Thunderbolt port is connected.
5. Connect one end of the power cord to a grounded AC outlet and the other end to the power connector on
the monitor.
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) AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet.
For your safety, do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one can
accidentally step on or trip over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging the power cord
from the AC outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
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Connecting USB devices
Use USB ports to connect devices such as a digital camera, USB keyboard, or USB mouse. There are four USB
ports on the monitor to connect to a device (downstream): three USB Type-A on the rear, and one USB Type-C
and one USB Type-A on the side.
NOTE: You must connect the Thunderbolt cable or USB Type-B cable from the source device (computer) to
the rear of the monitor to enable the USB Type-A ports to serve as a USB hub for a mouse, keyboards,
phones, external hard drives, and practically anything that is USB-connected and can accept 5 V.
Table 1-5 USB port locations
USB Ports
Thunderbolt port (upstream)
USB Type-B port
USB Type-A ports (4) downstream
USB Type-C port downstream
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Adjusting the monitor
To support an ergonomic work space, your monitor oers the adjustment options outlined in this section.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the Safety & Comfort Guide. It describes proper
workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for computer users. The Safety & Comfort
Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is
available on the web at http://www.hp.com/ergo.
1. Tilt the monitor head forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level.
2. Adjust the monitor’s height to a comfortable position for your individual workstation. The monitor’s top
bezel edge should not exceed a height that is parallel to your eye height. A monitor that is positioned low
and reclined might be more comfortable for users with corrective lenses. Reposition your monitor as you
adjust your working posture throughout the work day.
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