HP Le2201w User Guide

3 Setting Up the Monitor
To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the monitor, computer system, and other
attached devices, then follow the instructions below.
Attaching the Monitor Base
1.Set the base on a flat surface such as a table top.
2. Using both hands, position the pedestal over the base  and press down firmly to lock it in place. Be
sure the base is securely locked in place and  adjust the tilt angle to the desired position.
CAUTION:Do not touch the surface of the LCD...

Rear Components
Figure 3-2  Rear Components
Component Function
1AC Power ConnectorConnects the AC power cord to the monitor.
2Audio In (select models)Connects the audio cable to the monitors internal speakers
(select models)
3DVI (select models)Connects the DVI-D cable to the monitor.
4 VGA Connects the VGA cable to the monitor.
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Connecting the Cables
1.Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer.
2. Connect a VGA signal cable or DVI-D signal cable.
NOTE: For models with both VGA and DVI-D connec tors, the monitor is capable of supporting
either analog or digital input. The video mode is  determined by the video cable used. The monitor
will automatically determine which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can be selected by
pressing the  + (Plus) button on the front panel or through the...

Turning on the Monitor
1.Press the power button on the computer to turn it on.
2. Press the power button on the front  of the monitor to turn it on.
CAUTION:Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that display the same static image on
screen for a prolonged period of time.* To avoid burn-in image damage on the monitor screen, you
should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the monitor when it is not in use for a
prolonged period of time. Image retention is a co ndition that may...

4.To attach the monitor to a swing arm, insert four 10mm screws through the holes on the swing arm
plate and into the mounting holes on the monitor.
Figure 3-5   Installing the Monitor on a Swing Arm
To attach the monitor to other mounting fixtures,  follow the instructions included with the mounting
fixture to ensure that the  monitor is safely attached.
CAUTION:This monitor suppor ts the VESA industry standard 10 0 mm mounting holes. To attach
a third-party mounting solution to the monitor,  four 4...

Locating the Rating Labels
The rating labels on the monitor provide the spare part number, product number, and serial number.
You may need these numbers when contacting HP about the monitor model. The rating labels are
located on the rear panel of the monitor.
Figure 3-6   Locating the Rating Labels
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4 Operating the Monitor
Software and Utilities
The CD that comes with the monitor contains files you can install on the computer:
●an .INF (Information) file
● an .ICM (Image Color Matching) file
● auto-adjustment pattern utility
● additional software for the monitor model
NOTE:
If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP
monitors suppor t Web site. See 
Downloading from the Worldwide Web on page 12 in this chapter.
The Information File
The .INF file...

Installing the .INF and .ICM Files
After you determine that you need to update, you can install the .INF and .ICM files from the CD or
download them.
Installing from the CD
To install the .INF and .ICM files on the computer from the CD:
1. Insert the CD in the computer CD-ROM  drive. The CD menu is displayed.
2. View the  Monitor Driver Software Readme  file.
3. Select  Install Monitor Driver Software .
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Ensure that the proper resolution and refresh rates appear...

To use the auto-adjustment feature:
1.Allow the monitor to warm up for 20 minutes before adjusting.
2. Press the  -/Auto button on the monitor front panel.
● You can also press the 
Menu button, then select  Image Control from the OSD Main Menu.
Refer to 
Adjusting the Monitor Settings on page 15  in this chapter.
● If the result is not satisfactory, continue with the procedure.
3. Insert the CD in the disc drive. The CD menu is displayed.
4. Select  Open Auto-Adjus tment Software. The setup test...

Front Panel Controls
Table 4-1  Monitor Front Panel Controls
Control  Function
1MenuOpens, selects or exits the OSD menu.
2– (minus)/Auto●If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward
through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment
levels.
● If the OSD menu is inactive, press to activate the auto
adjustment feature to optimize the screen image.
3+ (plus)●Navigates forward through the OSD menu and
increases adjustment levels.
● When the OSD menu is inactive, an Input button
chooses the video input...