HP Compaq W220q User Guide

W220q LCD Monitor User’s Guide 
 
 
 

 
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Preface 
 
About This Guide 
This guide is intended for anyone who uses the W220q LCD Monitor. It describes the monitor’s features, setup, 
and operation. 
The sections are as follows: 
Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 
Setup 
Using the Monitor 
Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-Adjustment Feature 
Technical Support FAQs 
Specifications 
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy 
Agency Regulatory Notices 
 
Notational Conventions 
The following subsections describe notation al conventions used in this...

 
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. 
 
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable 
the power cord grounding feature. The grounding plug is an important safety feature....

Install your monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach. Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug 
firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never  disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord. 
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the cord. 
 
Maintenance Guidelines 
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your 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...

 
Setup 
 
Base and Tilt 
Attaching the Base 
1 Set the base on a flat surface, such as a table top. 
2 Using both hands, position the pedestal over the base an d press down firmly to lock in place. Make sure that 
the base is securely locked in place befo re continuing with the setup procedure. 
  
 
 
CAUTION: To prevent damage, avoid applying pressure to the panel front.  
 
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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. 
2 Adjust the tilt by moving...

 
Cables 
 
Attaching the Cables 
1 Turn off your computer. 
2 Connect the built-in monitor speakers to the co mputer, using the audio cable (green connector). 
  
3 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. 
  
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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,  
see 
Technical Support FAQs and Using the Monitor. 
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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 se\
parately. 
 
CAUTION: Before disassembling the monitor, turn off the monitor power, and disconnect all 
power, video, and audio cables. 
 
Wall-Mounting the Monitor (Mounting Fixture not Supplied) 
Before you mount the monitor on a wall, a swing arm, or  other mounting fixture, you must remove the monitor 
base and the pedestal. You will need a...