HP L2151ws User Guide

 
 
 
L2151w/L2151ws LCD Monitor User’s Guide 
 

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Preface 
 
About This Guide 
This guide is intended for anyone who uses the HP L2151w/L2151ws LCD Monitor. It describes the monitor’s 
features, setup, and operation. 
The sections are as follows: 
y Safety and Maintenance Guidelines
 
y Setup
 
y Using the Monitor
 
y Installing Drivers and Using the Auto-Adjustment Feature
 
y Technical Support FAQs
 
y Specifications
 
y LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
 
y Agency Regulatory Notices
 
 
Notational Conventions 
The following subsections...

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Safety and Maintenance Guidelines 
 
Important Safety Information 
The power adapter and cord are designed for use with your HP monitor . The adapter provided by HP is only for this   
monitor. To use a different cord, use a power source and connection compatible with this adapter. 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...

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Maintenance Guidelines 
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor: 
y 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. 
y Adjust only those controls that are described in the operating instructions. 
y Turn your monitor off when not in use. You can substantially increase the life expectancy of your monitor by...

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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. 
 
 
 
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...

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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. 
 
 

9  4 Connect the power cord and adapter first, and then connect one end of the power adapter 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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Using the Monitor 
 
Operating Instructions 
Control buttons are located on the front of the panel, as shown in the following illustration. Use the Menu button (B) 
to adjust the display settings to your personal preferences: 
y Set up the monitor, attach the cables, and adjust the tilt as described in the Setup
 section above. 
y Press the Power button (E) to turn the monitor on and off. The power indicator lights up when the monitor is on. 
y The monitor must be turned on for the other control...