HP Lp2480zx User Guide

Using the Accessory Rails
The monitor features accessory rails on the rear that may be used to mount optional devices, such as
the HP speaker bar, to the LCD monitor. Refer to the documentation included with the optional device
for detailed mounting instructions.
Figure 3-10  Using the Accessory Rails Feature
Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base
You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to mount the panel on a wall, a swing arm,
or other mounting fixture.
This monitor has a Quick Release...

3.Pull up on the monitor display panel (2) to remove it from the base.
Figure 3-11  Removing the Monitor from the Pedestal Base
Mounting the Monitor
The HP Quick Release can be removed from the pedestal base and installed on a mounting fixture. It
allows you to quickly and securely attach the monitor panel to the mounting fixture.
1.Remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base. Refer to 
Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base
on page 15 in the previous section.
CAUTION:This monitor supports the VESA...

2.Remove the Quick Release from the pedestal base by removing the four screws.
Figure 3-12  Removing the HP Quick Release from the Pedestal Base
3.Mount the Quick Release to a swing arm or other mounting fixture using the four screws removed
from the Quick Release in the previous step.
Figure 3-13  Installing the Quick Release
CAUTION:The Quick Release can also be installed directly to a wall to mount the monitor panel.
It is designed to support a maximum of up to 10.9 kg (24 lbs). If you are mounting to...

4.Insert the monitor panel into the Quick Release, and then press down firmly on the monitor to lock
it in place. When the Quick Release locks, it will make a clicking sound.
Figure 3-14  Inserting the Monitor Panel into the Quick Release
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 of the monitor display panel....

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
●.ICM (Image Color Matching) files
●auto-adjustment pattern utility
●HP Display Assistant software
PDF Complete is supplied on this CD and can be installed from the menu.
NOTE:If the monitor does not include a CD, the .INF and .ICM files can be downloaded from the HP
monitors support Web site. See 
Downloading from the Worldwide Web on page 20 in...

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 in the...

Using the Auto-Adjustment Function
You can optimize the screen performance for VGA (analog) input by using the - (Minus) button on the
monitor and the auto-adjustment pattern software utility on the CD provided.
Do not use this procedure if the monitor is using a DVI-D, HDMI, or DisplayPort input. If the monitor is
using a VGA (analog) input, this procedure can correct the following image quality conditions:
●Fuzzy or unclear focus
●Ghosting, streaking or shadowing effects
●Faint vertical bars
●Thin,...

Front Panel Controls
Table 4-1  Monitor Front Panel Controls
Control Function
1FunctionPerforms the function set in the OSD menu (OSD Control >
Function Control).
2InputSelects the video input (DVI-1, DVI-2, HDMI, DisplayPort,
Component, S-Video, or Composite).
3+ (Plus)Navigates forward through the OSD menu and increases
adjustment levels.
4– (Minus)●Navigates backward through the OSD menu and
decreases adjustment levels.
●When the OSD menu is inactive, activates the auto
adjustment feature to optimize...

Adjusting the Monitor Settings
The monitor settings can be adjusted from the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu or from the HP Display
Assistant software.
NOTE:If you are having a problem with the monitor settings, select the Factory Reset option in the
OSD menu to see if that solves the problem before adjusting other settings in the OSD menu. The
Factory Reset function returns all OSD menu settings and DDC/CI controls to the factory default settings,
except the language.
Using the On-Screen Display Menu
Use...

OSD Menu Selections
The following table lists the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu selections and their functional descriptions.
After changing an OSD menu item, and if the menu screen has these options, you may choose to:
●Cancel—to return to the previous menu level.
●Save and Return—to save all changes and return to the OSD Main Menu screen. This Save and
Return option is only active if you change a menu item.
●Reset—to change back to the previous setting.
Table 4-2  OSD Menu
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