Optimizing Image Performance (Analog Input) - HP 6ML40AA-ABU User Manual

Optimizing image performance (analog input)

Two controls in the on-screen display can be adjusted to improve image performance: Clock and Phase (available
in the OSD menu). Use these controls only when the auto-adjustment function does not provide a satisfactory
image.
The Clock and Phase controls are adjustable only when using an analog (VGA) input. These controls are
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not adjustable for digital inputs.
The Clock must first be set correctly since the Phase settings are dependent on the main Clock setting.
Clock: Increases/decreases the value to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen
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background.
Phase: Increases/decreases the value to minimize video flickering or blurring.
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When using the controls, you will obtain the best results by using the auto-adjustment pattern software
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utility. You can download this utility from http://www.hp.com/go/sml.
When adjusting the Clock and Phase values, if the monitor images become distorted, continue adjusting the
values until the distortion disappears. To restore the factory settings, press the
menu, and then select Management, select Factory Reset, and then select Yes.
To eliminate vertical bars (Clock):
1. Press the Menu
2. Select Clock, and then use the OSD buttons on the monitor that display up and down arrow icons to
eliminate vertical bars. Press the buttons slowly so that you do not miss the optimum adjustment point.
3. After adjusting the Clock, if flickering, blurring, or bars appear on the screen, proceed to adjust the Phase.
To remove flickering or blurring (Phase):
1. Press the Menu
2. Select Phase, and then use the OSD buttons on the monitor that display up and down arrow icons to
eliminate flickering or blurring. Flickering or blurring may not be eliminated, depending on the computer or
graphics controller card installed.
To correct screen position (Horizontal Position or Vertical Position):
1. Press the Menu
2. Press the OSD buttons on the monitor that display up and down arrow icons to properly adjust the position
of the image in the display area of the monitor. The Horizontal Position shifts the image left or right; the
Vertical Position shifts the image up or down.
20 3 Support and troubleshooting
button to open the OSD menu, select Image, and then select Clock and Phase.
button to open the OSD menu, select Image, and then select Clock and Phase.
button to open the OSD menu, select Image, and then select Image Position .
Menu button to open the OSD