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HP ZR2040w, ZR2240w, ZR2440w and ZR2740w LCD Monitors User Guide[...]
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© 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in t he United States and/or other countries. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothi[...]
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About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the moni tor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu (select models), troubleshoot ing and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that fail ure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this[...]
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iv About This Guide ENWW[...]
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ................... ..................... ............................ ..................... .................. .... 1 ZR2040 w Model ...... .................. ................ .................. ............. .................. ................. ....... .... 1 ZR2240 w Model ...... .................. ..........[...]
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4 Operating the Monitor ............... ........... .............. .......... ............ ............. .......... ............... 2 5 Overview of Operation ........ ............ ........... ......... .. ........... .......... ........... ......... ........... ......... .. .. 25 ZR204 0w and ZR 2240w Mod el ....... ........... .......... .........[...]
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German Ergonomic s Notice ........ ...................... ...................... .......................... ...................... 5 2 Japanes e Notice ............ ............ .......... ............. ............ ............. ............ .......... ............. .... ..... 52 Korean Notice ..... ........... ........ ........... ........... ...[...]
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1 Product Features The LCD (liquid crystal dis play) moni tors have an active matrix of thin-film transistors (TFT). All models have the following features: ● Mercury-free LED backlight ● Wide viewing angle to allow viewin g from a sittin g or standing position, or moving side-to-side ● Removable pedestal and VESA-standard m ounti ng holes fo[...]
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● Privacy filter slots to insert filters (purchas ed se parately) to block side sc reen viewing ● Energy Star Qualified and meets TCO Requirements ZR2240w Model Features of the ZR2240w model include: ● 54.72 cm (21.5-inch) dia gonal viewable area di splay with 1920 × 1080 resolution, plus full- screen support for lower resolutions ● Video [...]
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● USB 2.0 hub with one upstream (c onnects to the computer) and f our downstream (connect to USB devices) ports ● USB cable includ ed to connect to the monitor's USB hub and to a USB conne ctor on a comp uter ● SPDIF Digital Audio Output signal ● Analog audio output signal to support 2.0 Sound ● 8-way comfort adjust including Height [...]
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2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information A power cord is included with the monitor. If an other cord is used, use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor. For infor mat ion on the correct power cord set to use with the monitor, refer to the Power Cord Set Requirements on page 52 in Appendix C. WARNING[...]
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● Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not e xceed the curre nt rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of th e products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the power labe l to determine the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for each device. ● Install the mon[...]
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3 Setting Up the Monitor To set up the monitor, ensure th at the power is turned off to the monitor, compu ter system, and other attached devices, then fo llow the instructions below. NOTE: Be sure the master power switch, locate d on th e rear panel of the monitor, is in the off position. The master power switch turns off all power to the monitor.[...]
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Models ZR2240w, ZR2440w, and ZR2740w use the HP Quick Releas e 2 mechanism for easy moving of the monitor. To mount th e panel onto the pedestal: 1. Slide the mounting plate on the pedestal u nder the upper lip of the recess in the back of the panel. 2. Lower the pedestal into the re cess until it snaps into place. 3. The HP Quick Release 2 latch p[...]
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Component Function 4 DVI-D Connector Connects the DVI-D cable to t he monitor. 5 VGA Connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor. ZR2240w Model Figure 3-4 ZR2240w Rear Comp onents 2 2 1 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 8 9 11 11 10 10 Component Function 1 Cable Lock Provision Provides slot for use with cable security locks. 2 Master Power Switch Turns off a[...]
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Component Function 7 VGA Connector Connects the VGA cable to the monitor 8 USB Upstream Connector Connects the monitor USB hu b cable to a host USB port/ hub. 9 USB Downstream Connectors Connects optional USB devices to the monito r. 10 Information Card Provides information needed for a support call. 11 USB Downstream Connectors (side panel) Connec[...]
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Component Function 3 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 4 Digital Audio Output Connec ts an audio cable with RCA plug to the monitor. 5 Analog Audio Output Connects an audio c able with 3.5 mm L/R mini-plug to the monitor. 6 DisplayPort Connector Connects the DisplayPort cable to the monitor. 7 HDMI Connector Connects an [...]
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ZR2740w Model Figure 3-6 ZR2740w Rear Comp onents Component Function 1 Cable Lock Provision Provides slot for use with cable security locks. 2 Master Power Switch Turns off all power to the monitor. 3 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor. 4 DisplayPort Connector Connects the DisplayPort cable to the monitor. 5 DVI-D Connecto[...]
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Routing and Connecting the Cables Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ve ntilated location near the co mputer. ZR2040w Model The cable-restraining bar on the pedesta l of the ZR2040w is held in place by four tabs . Figure 3-7 Cable-Restraining Bar 1. To remove the bar, first pull one end of the bar aw a y from the pedestal (1). When it is free,[...]
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4. Connect the AC power cord and plug it into the wall outlet. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord gr ounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect [...]
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ZR2240w, ZR2440w, an d ZR2740w Models 1. Remove the cable routing cover by pulling it straight off the front of the column. Figure 3-9 Cable Routing Cover 2. Before connecting the cables, route them throu gh the cable routing hole in the column (1) and replace the cable routing cover (2). Figure 3-10 Cable Routing 14 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monito[...]
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3. Connect the desired signal sources. Refer to the drawings in ( Rear Components on page 7 ) to identify the connectors on your monitor. For each one, plug in one end of the appropriate cable. Attach the other end to your co mputer or other video s ource. The ZR2440w model supports audio output from the HDMI and DisplayPort inputs. Use the RCA jac[...]
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NOTE: This apparatus is intended to be supported by a UL or CSA L isted wall moun t bracket. CAUTION: The HP Quick Release 2 can be install ed direct ly to a wall to mount the monitor panel. It is designed to support a ma ximum of up to 10.9 kg (24 lbs). If you ar e mounting to a wall, HP recommends that you consult with a qualified engineering, ar[...]
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Mounting a Quick-Release Panel The ZR2240w, ZR2440w and ZR2740w support mounti ng to VESA-compliant hardware in two ways: ● Remove the HP stand and use the 4 VESA mount threaded holes (100 x 100 pattern) that are in the Quick Release 2 recess. Screws of the appropriate length are provided . ● Alternatively, follow the instructions below to us e[...]
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4. Remove fo ur screws hold ing the moun ting plate to the he ad of the ped estal: Figure 3-14 Removing the Mou nting Plate from the Pedestal 5. Remove f our screws to se parate the mounting plate from its cover: Figure 3-15 Removing the Cover from the Mounting Plate 18 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW[...]
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6. Attach the mounting plate t o the wall or swing arm of your choice. Figure 3-16 Installing the Mounting Plate CAUTION: This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 1 00 mm mountin g holes. To attach a third-party mounting solution to the m onitor, four 4 mm, 0.7 pitch, and 1 0 mm long screws are required. Longer screws must not be used becau[...]
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Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cab le lock available from HP. Figure 3-18 Installing a Cable Lock Turning on the Monitor 1. If your monitor has a master power switch (located on the rear of the monitor), put it in the On position (I) . 2. Press the power button on the computer to turn it on. 3.[...]
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Installing 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 utili ty and its documentation f ile ● HP Display Assistant and its User Guide ● Monitor Driver and its Readme file ● PDF Comple[...]
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Installing from the CD To install the files from the CD: 1. Insert the CD in the compu ter 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 instructio ns. 5. Ensure that the proper reso luti on and refresh rates appear in t he Windows Display[...]
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2. If your monitor has the ability to swivel, adjust it to the left or right fo r the best viewing angle. Figure 3-20 Adjusting the Viewing Angle (Select Models) 3. Models Z R2240w, ZR24 40w, and ZR2740w prov ide for he ight adju stment. Adj ust the monito r's height so that it is parallel to your eye height for a comfortable viewi ng position[...]
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Portrait Orientation The ZR2040w must be mounted in the orientation you wish to use. Othe r models can be piv oted after mounting. To do this, raise the pa nel to its highest position and pi vot it clockwise from landscape to portrai t. Figure 3-22 Pivoting the Monitor (Select Models) NOTE: It may be necessary t o tilt the monitor panel back to pre[...]
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4 Operating the Monitor Overview of Operation If you are not familiar with HP Per formance monitors, read this section for an overview of how they operate. This will help you locate specif ic information elsew here in this manual. Your monitor provides for more than one source of inpu t. It will scan the various inputs to find an active one and dis[...]
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through the OSD. Pressing the + button on the front of the monitor will take you directly to the OSD source-control submenu. Figure 4-1 ZR2040w and ZR2240 w Front Panel Contro ls Control Function 1 Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. 2 Minus If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels[...]
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ZR2440w Model The default input on the ZR2440w is DisplayPort and the scan order is in itially set to Di splayPort, DVI-D, HDMI. You can change the current input, the default and the scan order through the OSD. Pressing the + button on the front of the monitor will take yo u directly to the OSD sour ce-control submenu. Figure 4-2 ZR2440w Front Pane[...]
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ZR2740w Model For the ZR2740w model, the default input is DisplayP ort. You can chan ge the current input by pr essing the SOURCE button on the front of the panel. The front buttons also let you adjust brightn ess and put the monitor in low-power mode: Figure 4-3 ZR2740w Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 SOURCE Source Toggles the video sign a[...]
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Pressing the Power button, , puts the monitor in low power mo de . (To turn power off completely, use the switch on the rear of the panel.) The monitor al so enters low-power mode when there is no video signal input. When the monitor is first powered on, the LED turns blue and remains blue fo r about half a minute. It then turns off. If the monitor[...]
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Table 4-1 OSD Menu Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Brightness Adjustable scale, 0– 100 Adjusts the brightness level of the screen. Contrast Adjustable scale, 0– 100 Adjusts the cont rast level of the screen. Color Selects the screen col or temperature. The factory default is 6500K or Cu stom Color, depending on the model. Warm (5000K) Change[...]
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Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Custom Scaling Selects the method on how displ ayed information on the monitor will be formatted. Select: ● Fill to Screen - image fills the entire screen and may look distorted or elongated because of non- proportional scaling of height and width ● Fill to Aspect Ratio - image i[...]
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Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Power Saver Enables the power saving featu re. Select: ● On ● Off The factory default is On. Power On Recall Restores power to the monitor following an unexpected removal of power. Select: ● On ● Off The factory default is On. Mode Display Displays the resolution, refresh rat[...]
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Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Sleep Timer Pro vides the timer adjustment menu options: ● Set Current Time—sets the current time in hours and minutes ● Set Sleep Time—sets the time you wa nt the monitor to go to sleep ● Set on Time—sets the time you want the monitor to wake up from sleep mode ● Timer[...]
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Table 4-1 OSD Menu (continued) Icon Main Menu Submenu Description Default Source Selects the default or primary video input signal when the monitor is connected to two active and valid video sources. The monitor will automatically determine the video format. The choices are: ● DisplayPort ● DVI-D ● HDMI ● VGA The factory default is the firs[...]
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Screen Messages Models that use an OSD also use s creen messages to keep you informed: ● Monitor Status When the monitor is powered on and when the input source is changed, a Monitor Status m essage is displa yed fo r five seconds. The messag e sh ows which input is currently active, the status of the auto-switc h source setting (On or Off), and [...]
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Adjusting the Monitor Settings You can use your computer so ftware to set such parame ters as sleep timer, r esolution and col or temperature. Some monitor models provid e for you to override th e computer's settings with controls at the monitor. Below are explanatio ns of some of your options. Using the HP Display Assistant Utility HP Display[...]
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Do not use this procedure if the monitor is using a DVI or DisplayP ort input; the monitor adjusts itself with these inputs. If the image source is VGA (a nalog), this procedure can correct the following conditions: ● Fuzzy or unclear focus ● Ghosting, streaking or shadowing effects ● Faint vertical bars ● Thin, horizontal scrolling lines ?[...]
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To eliminate vertical bars (Clock): 1. Press the Menu button on the monitor's front panel to open the OSD Menu, and then select Ima ge Control > Cloc k. 2. Press the + (Plus) or — (Minus) buttons on the monitor's front panel to eliminate vertical bars . Press the buttons s lowly so th at you do no t miss the optimum adjustment point.[...]
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also extends the life of the backl ight bulbs in the monitor. The ti mer is set through the OSD and is available on models that use the OSD. NOTE: The timer turns the monitor off and on again every day, seven days a week. The Sleep Timer has five settings: ● Set Current Time ● Set Sleep Time ● Set On Time ● Timer: On/Off ● Sleep Now To se[...]
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A Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems The following table lists problems you might encounte r, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Table A-1 Common Probl ems Problem Possible Cause Solution Screen is blank. Power cord is disconnected. Connect the power cord. Master power switch on the monitor's rear panel is [...]
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Table A-1 Common Problem s (continued) Problem Possible Cause Solution The screen displays the message, Check Video Cable . Monitor video cable is disconnected or loose. Connect the appropriate video cable (DisplayPort, DVI-D, HDMI, or VGA) between the com puter and monitor. Be sure that the computer power is off while connecting the video cable. T[...]
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B Technical Specifications NOTE: All performance specifications are provided by the component manufacturers. Performance specifications represent the highest specification of all HP's compon ent manufacturers' typical level specifications for performance and actual perf ormance ma y vary either higher or lower. ZR2040w Model Display Type [...]
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Altitude: Operating Storage 0 to 5000 m 0 to 12,192 m 0 to 16,400 feet 0 to 40,000 feet Power Cons umption (maximum) Low-power mode 33 watts 0.3 watts Input Terminal One DVI connector with cable included; one Dis playPort connector with cable included; one VGA connector with cable ZR2240w Model Table B-1 ZR2240w Specifications Display Type 54.72 cm[...]
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Table B-1 ZR2240w Specifications (continued) Environmental Requirements Temperature Operating Temperature Storage Temperature 5 to 35º C -20 to 60º C 41 to 95º F -4 to 140º F Relative Humidity: Operating Storage 20 to 80% 5 to 95% Power Source 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Altitude: Operating Storage 0 to 5000 m 0 to 12,192 m 0 to 16,400 feet 0 to [...]
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Pixels Per Inch 94 Horizontal Frequency 24 – 80 kHz Vertical Refresh Rate 24 – 60 Hz Environmental Requirements Temperature Operating Temperature Storage Temperature 5 to 35º C -20 to 60º C 41 to 95º F -4 to 140º F Relative Humidity: Operating Storage 20 to 80% 5 to 95% Power Source 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Altitude: Operating Storage 0 to[...]
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Dot Pitch 0.2339 (W) x 0.2345 (H) mm Pixels Per Inch 108 Horizontal Frequency 31.5 – 100 kHz Vertical Refresh Rate 60 Hz Environmental Requirements Temperature Operating Temperature Storage Temperature 5 to 35º C -20 to 60º C 41 to 95º F -4 to 140º F Relative Humidity: Operating Storage 20 to 80% 5 to 95% Power Source 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 H[...]
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7 1440 x 900 55.935 59.887 8 1600 x 900 60 60 Table B-2 ZR2040w High Definition Video Formats Preset Timing Name Pixel Format Horz Freq (kHz) Vert Freq (kHz) Pixel Rate (MHz ) OSD Display 1 480p 720 x 480 31.469 60 27 480p 2 720p60 1280 x 720 4 5 60 74.25 720p-60Hz 3 576p 720 x 576 31.25 50 27 576p 4 720p50 1280 x 720 3 7.5 50 74.25 720p-50Hz ZR224[...]
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Table B-3 ZR2240w High Definition Video Formats (continued) 6 576p 720 x 576 31.25 50 27 576p 7 720p50 1280 x 720 37.5 50 74.25 720p-50Hz 8 1080i50 1920 x 1080 28.125 50 7 4.25 1080i-50Hz 9 1080p60 1920 x 1080 67.5 60 1 48.5 1080p-60Hz 10 1080p50 1920 x 1080 56.25 50 148.5 1080p-50Hz ZR2440w Model Preset Modes Preset Pixel Format Horizontal Frequen[...]
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Table B-4 ZR2440w High Definition Video Formats (continued) 11 1080p23.976 1920 x 1080 27.0 24 74.250 32 1080p-24Hz 12 1080p24 1920 x 1080 27.0 24 74.250 32 1080p-24Hz 13 1080p25 1920 x 1080 28.125 25 74.250 33 1080p-25Hz 14 1080p29.97 1920 x 108 0 33.75 0 30 74.250 34 1080p-30Hz ZR2740w Model Preset Modes Preset Pixel Format Horizontal Frequen cy [...]
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C Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipme nt has been te sted and found to comply with the l imits for a Cl ass B digital devi ce, pursuant t o Part 1 5 of the FCC R ules. These l imi ts are designed to p rov ide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential inst allation. This equipment[...]
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Houston, Tex as 77269- 2000 Or, call 1 -800-HP-INVENT (1 -800 474-6836 ) For questions regarding this FCC declarati on, contact: Hewlett Packar d Company P. O. Box 692000, Mai l Stop 510101 Houston, Tex as 77269- 2000 Or, call ( 281) 514-33 33 To identify this pr oduct, re fer to the Part , Series, or Model number f ound on the pro duct. Canadian N[...]
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Please refer to the regulatory label provided on th e product. The point of contact for regulatory matters is: Hewlett-Packard GmbH, Dept./MS: HQ-TRE, Herr enberger Strasse 140, 71034 Boeblingen, GERMANY. German Ergonomics Notice HP products which bear the “GS” approval mark, when forming pa rt of a system comprising HP brand computers, ke yboa[...]
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Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on, or against, them. Particular attention should be paid to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the co rd exits from the product. Japanese Power Cord Requirements In Japan, use only the power cord received with this product. CAUTION: Do[...]
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Disposal of Waste Equipment by Us ers in Private Household in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indica tes that this product must not be disposed of with your household waste. Instead, it is your re sponsi bility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the re cycling[...]
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Turkey EEE Regulation In Conformity with the EEE Regulation EEE Yönetmeli ğ ine Uygundur Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substa nces The equipment complies with require ments of the Technical Regulation, appro ved by the Resolution of Cabinet of Ministry of Ukr aine as of December 3, 2008 No. 1057, in terms o f restrict ions for the use of certa[...]
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D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy The TFT monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to HP standa rds, to guarantee trouble-free performance. It is guar anteed to have no bright spots, that is, pixels that are always white. ● A pixel consists of one red, on e green, and one blue sub-pixel. ● If a defective whole pixel i[...]