HP V185ws User Guide

							v185e/v185es/v185w/v185ws/w185/w185e/W185q
LCD Monitor User’s
 Guide 
 
 
 
 
						

							The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products 
and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical o r 
editorial errors or omissions contained herein. 
HP assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of  its software on equipment that is not furnished by HP. 
This document contains proprietary information that is protect ed by copyright. No part of this document may be photocopied, 
reproduced, or translated to another language  without the prior written consent of HP. 
Hewlett-Packard Company 
10955 Tantau Avenue 
Cupertino, CA 95014-0770 
USA 
Copyright © 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. 
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that  is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rig hts. 
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authoriz ed by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited pay-
per-view viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macr ovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 
Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 
Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks  of Adobe Systems Incorporated. 
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. 
HP supports lawful use of technology and does not endorse or  encourage the use of its products for purposes other than those 
permitted by copyright law. 
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 
 
						

							 
Preface 
 
About This Guide 
This guide is intended for anyone who uses the v185e / v185es / v185w / v185ws / w185 / w185e / W185q  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 describe notational conventions used in this document. 
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings 
Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be accompanied by  an icon and printed in bold type or in italic type. These 
blocks are notes, cautions, and warnin gs, and they are used as follows: 
 
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that  helps you make better use of your monitor. 
 
 
 
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data, and tells you how to 
avoid the problem. 
 
 
 
WARNING: A WARNING indicates the potential for bodily harm and tells you how to avoid the problem. 
 
Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may  be unaccompanied by an icon. In such cases, the specific 
presentation of the warning is ma ndated by regulatory authority. 
 
						

							 
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. Connect the equipment to a grounded 
(earthed) power outlet. 
For your safety, 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. To disconnect power from the equipment, 
unplug the power cord from the power outlet by grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on the cord. 
Before connecting cables, disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power cord from the 
electrical outlet. 
Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so that no one can accidentally step on or trip 
over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical outlet, grasp the cord by its 
plug. 
 
 
 
CAUTION: To protect your monitor, as  well as your computer, connect all power cords for your computer and 
its peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, or scanner) to a surge protection device such as a power 
strip with surge protection or uninterruptible power supply (UPS). 
Not all power strips provide surge protection; the powe r strips must be specifically labeled as having this 
ability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers  a damage replacement policy so you can replace your 
equipment if surge protection fails. 
 
Safety Precautions 
 
CAUTION: Avoid applying pressure to the LCD screen; doing so can cause damage. 
 
y  Use only a power source and connection compatible with this monitor, as indicated on the label/back plate 
of the monitor. 
y  Be sure the total ampere rating of the products conn ected to the outlet does not exceed the current rating 
of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of  the products connected to the cord does not exceed 
the rating of the cord. Look on the power label to det ermine the ampere rating (Amps or A) for each device. 
 
						

							y Install your monitor near an outlet that you can easi ly reach. Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug 
firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never  disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord. 
y  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: 
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 substantia lly increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a 
screen saver and turning off the monitor when not in use. 
y  Keep your monitor in a well-ventilated area,  away from excessive light, heat, or moisture. 
y  Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for  ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or 
covered. Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings. 
y  Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. 
y  Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface. 
y  When removing the monitor pedestal base, you must lay the  monitor face down on a soft area to prevent it from 
getting scratched, defaced, or broken. 
 
Cleaning the Monitor 
The monitor is a high-quality optical device that requires sp ecial care when cleaning. To clean the monitor, follow 
these steps: 
1  Turn off the computer and the monitor. 
2  Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. 
 
 
CAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any volatile substances to clean the monitor screen or 
cabinet. These chemicals may damage the monitor. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Never use 
water to clean an LCD screen. 
 
3 Wipe the screen with a dry, soft, clean cloth. 
• If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic screen cleaner. 
4  Dust the monitor housing. Use a damp cloth to clean the cabinet. 
• If the cabinet requires additional cleaning, use  a clean cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol. 
5  Plug in the monitor. 
6  Turn on the monitor and the computer. 
 
 
						

							 
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.  
 
 
						

							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 th at you do not topple the monitor while changing the tilt. 
2  Adjust the tilt by moving the monitor’ s top edge toward or away from you. 
 
 
 
 
CAUTION: To avoid breakage or other damage, do not touch the LCD screen while changing the tilt. 
 
 
						

							 
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. 
 
 
						

							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. 
 
						

							 
Wall Mounting Arm 
 
Preparing to Install a Wall Mounting Arm (Not supplied) 
This monitor can be attached to a wall m ounting arm that you purchase separately. 
 
CAUTION: Before disassembling the monito r, turn off the monitor power, and disconnect all power, video, and 
audio cables. 
 
1  Disconnect the cables from the monitor. 
 
 
2  With the panel face-down on a protected surface,  remove the screws and the pedestal/base attachment. 
3  Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to assemble the wall mounting arm. 
 
Installing a Wall Mounting Arm 
1 Set the monitor screen down on a flat, soft, protected surface. 
2  Place the wall mounting arm onto the back of the monitor.  Line up the holes of the arm with the mounting holes in 
the back of the monitor. 
3  Insert four screws into the mounting holes and tighten. 
4  Reconnect the cables. Refer to the user’s manual that  came with the wall mounting arm (purchased separately) 
for instructions on attaching it to the wall.