HP V185E User Manual

HP V185E User Manual

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  • Page 1 LCD Monitor User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or encourage the use of its products for purposes other than those permitted by copyright law.
  • Page 3: About This Guide

    Preface About This Guide This guide is intended for anyone who uses the v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / W185q LCD Monitor. It describes the monitor’s features, setup, and operation. The sections are as follows: Safety and Maintenance Guidelines...
  • Page 4: Safety And Maintenance Guidelines

    Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information The power cord is designed for use with your monitor. To use a different cord, use only a power source and connection compatible with this monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use with your monitor, see Power Cord Set Requirements.
  • Page 5: Cleaning The Monitor

    Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. If your monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Adjust only those controls that are described in the operating instructions.
  • Page 6: Attaching The Base

    Setup Base and Tilt Attaching the Base 1 Set the panel face down on a flat , protected surface , such as a table top. 2 Using both hands , align the base with the pedestal and push in firmly to lock in place. Make sure that the base is securely locked in place before continuing with the setup procedure.
  • Page 7: Removing The Base

    Removing the Base 1 Set the panel face-down on a flat, protected surface. 2 Squeeze the tabs in the bottom of the base to release the lock. 3 Remove the base from the pedestal. CAUTION: To prevent damage, avoid applying pressure to the panel front. Adjusting the Tilt For optimal viewing, adjust the screen tilt to your own preference, as follows: 1 Face the front of the monitor and hold the stand so that you do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt.
  • Page 8: Attaching The Cables

    Cables Attaching the Cables 1 Turn off your computer. 2 If you are attaching a VGA cable, connect one end of the 15-pin D-Sub VGA cable (blue connector) to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer VGA port. 3 If attaching a DVI cable, connect one end of the cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer.
  • Page 9 4 Connect one end of the power cord to the back of the monitor and plug the other end into a grounded outlet. 5 Turn on your monitor and computer. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not display an image, Technical Support FAQs Using the Monitor.
  • Page 10 Wall Mounting Arm Preparing to Install a Wall Mounting Arm (Not supplied) This monitor can be attached to a wall mounting arm that you purchase separately. CAUTION: Before disassembling the monitor, turn off the monitor power, and disconnect all power, video, and audio cables.
  • Page 11: Using The Monitor

    Using the Monitor Operating Instructions Control buttons are located on the front of the panel, as shown below. Use the Menu button (B) to adjust the display settings to your personal preferences: Set up the monitor, attach the cables, and adjust the tilt as described in the Press the Power button (E) to turn the monitor on and off.
  • Page 12: External Controls

    External Controls Auto button Menu button – (minus) button + (plus) button Power button Power LED Technical Support FAQs for more information. Automatically fine-tunes the image quality. Opens, selects, or exits the OSD menu. Navigates backward through the OSD menu and decreases adjustment levels. If the OSD menu is inactive, activates the Volume decrease.
  • Page 13: Setting The Optimal Resolution

    Settings Setting the Optimal Resolution The recommended resolution for this monitor is 1366 x 768.To configure the monitor to this resolution, complete the setup procedure and make sure that the monitor is connected to the computer. Turn the monitor on and do the following: 1 Click the Windows Start Button 2 Under Appearance and Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution.
  • Page 14 Adjusting On-Screen Display Settings Use the OSD menu to adjust the screen image and change settings. To access the OSD menu: 1 If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn the monitor on. 2 Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu. 3 Press the –...
  • Page 15: Osd Menu

    OSD Menu The table below shows the OSD menus and their functions at each level. OSD Menu Levels Level 1 Level 2 Switch Video Input (w185 / W185q only) Brightness Adjustment Scale Reset Cancel Save and Return Contrast Adjustment Scale Reset Cancel Save and Return...
  • Page 16 OSD Menu Levels (continued) Level 1 Level 2 Quick View Movie Photo Gaming Text Custom Cancel Save and Return Language Deutsch 简体中文 日本語 English Español Français Italiano Nederlands Cancel Save and Return Volume(w185 only) Control(w185 only) Management Power Saver Mode Display Power-On Status Display DDC/CI Support...
  • Page 17 OSD Menu Levels (continued) Level 1 Level 2 Cancel Save and Return OSD Control Horizontal OSD (v185w only) Position Vertical OSD Position OSD Transparency OSD Timeout Cancel Save and Return Information Factory Reset Exit Level 3 Level 4 Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale Adjustment Scale...
  • Page 18: Using The Auto-Adjustment Function

    Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-Adjustment Feature Downloading Drivers and Software To download the latest version of drivers and software files from the HP Support Web site: 1 Refer to: http://www.hp.com/support 2 Select your country/region. 3 Select Download Drivers and Software.
  • Page 19 Check the monitor’s video cable and make sure none of the pins are bent. Make sure the HP monitor drivers are installed (HP monitor drivers are available at: http://www.hp.com/support) Adjust the contrast and brightness controls. Make sure you are not using an extension cable or switch box. We recommend plugging the monitor directly into the video card output connector on the back of your computer.
  • Page 20 Make sure that the graphics card supports the optimal resolution (1366 x 768). Make sure that the latest supported driver is installed for the graphics card. For HP and Compaq systems, you can download the latest graphics driver for your system from: http://www.hp.com/support...
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP’s component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / W185q Display Type Viewable Image Size Tilt Face Treatment Maximum Weight (unpacked)
  • Page 22: Preset Display Modes

    Preset Display Modes Pixel Format Horz Freq Preset (kHz) 640 x 480 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 400 800 x 600 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1280 x 720 1366 x 768 Horz Vert Freq Polarity...
  • Page 23: Power Cord Set Requirements

    4.94 ft (1.5 m) and 12 ft (3.6 m). If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact your HP-authorized service provider. A power cord should be routed so that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon it or against it.
  • Page 24: Lcd Monitor Quality And Pixel Policy

    We expect that, over time, the industry will continue to improve its ability to produce displays with fewer cosmetic imperfections, and we will adjust guidelines as improvements are made. For more information about your v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / W185q Monitor, refer to the HP Web site http://www.hp.com/support...
  • Page 25: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With Fcc Logo, United States Only

    Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations.
  • Page 26: European Union Regulatory Notice

    European Union Regulatory Notice This product complies with the following EU directives: Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards (European Norms) which are listed on the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by Hewlett-Packard for this product or product family.
  • Page 27: Disposal Of Waste Equipment By Users In Private Households In The European Union

    Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Households in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
  • Page 28: Japanese Power Cord Notice

    To view the JIS C 0950 material declaration for this product, visit www.hp.com/go/jisc0950. Korean Notice Materials Disposal This HP product contains Mercury in the fluorescent lamp in the display LCD that might require special handling at end-of-life. Disposal of this material can be regulated because of environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) (www.eiae.org).
  • Page 29: Epa Energy Star Compliance

    HP offers product end-of-life return programs for HP and other manufacturers’ hardware in several geographic areas. The terms and availability of these programs vary by geography because of differences in regulatory requirements and local customer demand. For information on the HP recycling program, refer to the HP Web site at: http://www.hp.com/recycle ®...
  • Page 31 Part number: 506356-002...

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