HP 2509p User Guide

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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.Determine whether the monitor will be desktop mounted or wall-mounted. See “Installing the Monitor” in this 
chapter.
4.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.
5.You need a Phillips screwdriver for preparing the monitor for wall-mounting. You may need a straight-slot 
screwdriver to secure some cables.
Installing the Monitor
You can install the monitor on a desktop or wall-mount it. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location 
near your computer.
Connect the monitor cables after you have installed the monitor.
Preparing the monitor for desktop use
1.Set the monitor screen face down on a flat, soft, protected surface.
Monitor with folded base
CAUTION: The screen is fragile. Avoid touching or applying pressure to the LCD screen; doing so can cause 
damage. Unfold the monitor by lifting it from the top edge of the bezel.
 
						

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3–2 Features may vary by model.User’s Guide 2.Grip the base near the bottom of the monitor with one hand and hold the top of the monitor with the other hand. 
Then lift the top part of the monitor until it is unfolded into the desired position.
Lifting the monitor to the upright position
3.Lift the monitor to an upright position and place on a flat, stable surface. Push down on the monitor to release 
the lock.
Monitor in upright position
 
						

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Preparing the monitor for wall-mounting
1.Disconnect the power cable and any other cables from the monitor.
2.Place the monitor face down on a flat, protected surface.
3.Remove the monitor base cover by inserting a screw driver into the slots and prying the cover off.
Inserting screwdriver into slots to remove monitor base cover
4.Lift the cover off the bottom of the monitor.
Removing the base cover away from the monitor
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury or of damage to the equipment, check that the wall-mounting 
fixture is adequately installed and secured before attaching the monitor. Refer to the instructions supplied with the 
wall-mounting fixture and check that it is capable of supporting the monitor.
 
						

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3–4 Features may vary by model.User’s Guide 5.Remove the two screws in the monitor base. Lift the monitor base off the monitor.
Removing the plate from the back of the monitor
Four threaded holes are exposed. These holes are for screws to attach the swing arm or other mounting fixture to 
the back of the monitor.
Threaded holes for attaching wall mount
6.Follow the instructions included with the mounting fixture to ensure that the monitor is safely attached.
The four threaded holes that are on the back of the panel are compliant with the VESA standard for mounting 
flat-panel monitors. 
7.Attach a swing arm or other mounting fixture.
 
						

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Connecting the VGA (Analog) or DVI-D (Digital) Cable
Use a VGA video cable or a DVI-D video cable (provided with select models). To use DVI, you must have a 
DVI-compliant graphic card. Connectors are located on the back of the monitor. Be sure the computer and monitor 
are turned off and unplugged.
Connecting the VGA or DVI-D cable—connector locations may vary
To connect the VGA 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.
To connect the DVI-D cable
Connect one end of the DVI-D video cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the DVI video connector on 
the computer. You can use this cable only if your computer has a DVI-compliant graphic card installed. The monitor 
DVI-D connector and cable are included with select models only.
NOTE: If you use a DVI-to-HDMI adapter, you must connect the green audio cable to enable the speakers. The 
signal from the DVI connector is for video only.
 
						

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3–6 Features may vary by model.User’s Guide
Connecting the HDMI Cable (Select Models Only)
Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to a computer with an HDMI 
connector.
Connecting the HDMI cable—connector locations may vary
Audio and Video Cables and Adapters
The following table shows the cable and adapter types that may be required to connect the monitor to the computer, 
TV, or set-top box.
The number and type of cables required may vary by model. Some cables and adapters are included for select 
models only and may be sold separately.
Cable/Adapter NameDescription
HDMI cable HDMI transmits an all-digital signal. It is the 
recommended choice for playback from a DVD 
or DVR.
HDMI is capable of transmitting both 
uncompressed digital audio and digital video 
signals, because it has video, audio, and control 
signals.
DVI cable DVI transmits an all-digital video signal.
VGA cable VGA transmits an analog video signal.
NOTE: When using a VGA or DVI signal, you must connect your audio separately because a VGA or DVI signal 
converts only video data, not audio data. A separate audio connection is not necessary when you use an HDMI 
signal, because an HDMI signal can convert both video and audio data.
 
						

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High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)
If your monitor supports HDCP, it 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 may see a black screen or a lower resolution picture when playing high-definition protected content. Your 
computer graphic card and monitor must both support HDCP to display protected content.
Connecting the Audio Cable
Connect the built-in monitor speakers to the computer by using the audio cable, as shown in the following illustration.
Connecting the audio cables—connector locations may vary
Connecting the USB Hub Cable
Connect the USB hub cable from the computer to the USB In connector on the monitor. This enables USB 2.0 ports on 
the monitor.
USB In
 
						

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3–8 Features may vary by model.User’s Guide
Connecting USB Devices to the Monitor
You can connect four USB devices, such as a USB flash drive or a digital camcorder, to your monitor. Do this only 
after you have connected the USB hub cable from the computer to the monitor.
 
						

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Connecting the Power Cable
1.Read the warning below.
Connecting the power cable
2.Connect one end of the power cable to the monitor and the other end to a grounded electrical outlet.
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 it is not likely to be 
walked on or pinched by items that are placed upon it or against it.
■Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one may accidentally step on or trip 
over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable.
See “Technical Specifications” (Appendix B) for additional information.
 
						

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Cable Management
The HP LCD monitors have cable management.
1.Connect all necessary cables to the monitor.
2.Remove the cable management bracket from the base.
3.Gather the cables from both sides of the monitor and place them over the base.
4.Snap the cable management bracket in place over the base to gather and guide the cables. Cables are partially 
hidden when viewed from the front.
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Monitor cables routed under removable bracket