HP Compaq L2311c LCD Monitor User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on monitor features, setting up the monitor, and technical specifications. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. NOTE: Text set off in this manner provides important supplemental information.
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ............................................................................................................................................ 1 HP Compaq LCD Monitor ..................................................................................................................... 1 2 Setting Up the Monitor ...................................................................................................................................
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1 Product Features HP Compaq LCD Monitor The LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) panel with the following features: ● 58.
2 ● Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption ● Energy Star® qualified ● Intelligent Management AssetControl ● Compliant with the following regulated specifications (for additional certifications and agency notices, refer to the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide on the CD included with this model): ◦ European Union CE Directives ◦ Swedish TCO Requirements Chapter 1 Product Features
2 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. Unfolding the Monitor Pedestal Base 1. Lift the monitor from its box and place it face down on a flat surface. 2. Hold down the monitor base with one hand (1) then grasp the top of the stand with the other hand and unfold the display head 90 degrees (2). CAUTION: Do not touch the surface of the LCD panel.
Rear Components Figure 2-2 Rear Components Component 1 DC Power In Connector Connects the power cord to the monitor. 2 DC Power Out Connector Connects the DC power cord from the monitor to an HP notebook computer for charging or powering the notebook (up to 90 watts) 3 Microphone Connects a microphone to the monitor. 4 Headphones Connects headphones or low wattage speakers to the monitor.
Connecting the Monitor Cables 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 2. Remove the cable management clip from the pedestal by pulling outward on the two sides of the clip (1) then lifting the clip off the pedestal (2). Figure 2-3 Removing the Cable Management Clip 3. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 (network) jack on the monitor and the other end to an RJ-45 wall jack or router.
4. Connect peripheral USB devices to the USB ports on the monitor as needed. USB 3.0 ports are located on the side panel. USB 2.0 ports are located on the rear panel. If you are connecting a keyboard and mouse (not provided), connect them to the USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel.
5. Connect the circular end of the power supply cord to the DC power IN connector on the back of the monitor. Connect the female end of the three-pronged power cord to the power supply and the male end to an electrical wall outlet. Figure 2-6 Connecting the Power Cord WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.
8. Secure the cables in place with the cable management clip. Press the clip straight down on the curved neck of the pedestal ensuring that the tabs on the sides of the clip snap into the slots on the pedestal. Figure 2-7 Installing the Cable Management Clip 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.
Connecting an HP Notebook Computer and Installing Drivers To use the monitor with an HP notebook computer, connect the USB cable between the notebook and monitor and install the USB and LAN drivers. The video signal is sent over the USB cable. The USB cable also enables all of the port replicator functions.
To install the drivers from the CD included with the monitor: 1. Insert the CD into the optical drive on the notebook computer. NOTE: If the Autoplay window does not pop up, use Windows Explorer to select the CD, then proceed to the next step. 2. Double-click the START file. 3. Select your language and click the arrow button. 4. Install the HP L2311c Driver Software (ViewSpan USB Graphics Driver, LAN7500 USB Ethernet Driver, Monitor INF and ICM Drivers, and the Renesas USB 3.0 Driver Update).
Charging Your HP Notebook Computer The monitor includes a 90W DC power out port that can be used to charge your HP notebook computer. NOTE: The charging system supplies up to 90 watts of power. HP notebooks requiring more than 90 watts may not be charged by the system. Only HP notebooks are supported. To charge your HP notebook, connect one end of the supplied DC power cable to the power OUT connector on the monitor and the other end to the power connector on the notebook.
Connecting Optional USB Devices The monitor includes a USB 3.0 hub with two external USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel and two USB 3.0 ports on the side panel. Connect USB 2.0 devices, such as a keyboard and mouse, to the USB 2.0 ports on the rear panel. Connect USB 3.0 devices to the USB 3.0 ports on the side panel. NOTE: You must connect the USB hub cable from the monitor to the computer to enable the USB ports on the monitor. Refer to Step 6 in Connecting the Monitor Cables on page 5.
Front Panel Controls Figure 2-11 Monitor Front Panel Controls Table 2-1 Monitor Front Panel Controls Control Function 1 Webcam with Dual Microphone Array Active = Blue LED 2 Menu Opens, selects or exits the OSD menu. 3 Minus If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels. 4 Plus/source If the OSD menu is on, press to navigate forward through the OSD menu and increase adjustment levels.
Adjusting the Monitor Your monitor model may look different than the model in the following illustrations. 1. Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level. Figure 2-12 Tilting the Monitor 2. Swivel the monitor to the left or right for the best viewing angle.
3. Adjust the monitor’s height to a comfortable position for your individual workstation. The monitor’s top bezel edge should not exceed a height that is parallel to your eye height. A monitor that is positioned low and reclined may be more comfortable for users with corrective lenses. The monitor should be repositioned as you adjust your working posture throughout the work day. NOTE: When the monitor is unfolded for the first time, the display head is locked from adjusting to a full-height position.
4. Pivot the monitor from landscape to portrait orientation viewing to adapt to your application. a. Adjust the monitor to full height position and tilt the monitor back to full tilt position (1). b. Pivot the monitor clockwise 90° from landscape to portrait orientation (2). CAUTION: If the monitor is not in full height and full tilt position when pivoting, the bottom right corner of the monitor panel will come in contact with the base and potentially cause damage to the monitor.
Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base You can remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base to install the panel on a wall, a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are disconnected. Also disconnect all USB cables connected to the monitor. 1. Disconnect and remove all cords and cables from the monitor. 2. Lay the monitor face down on a flat surface covered by a clean, dry cloth. 3.
Mounting the Monitor The monitor panel can be attached to a wall, swing arm, or other mounting fixture. NOTE: 1. This apparatus is intended to be supported by UL or CSA Listed wall mount bracket. Remove the monitor panel from the pedestal base. Refer to Removing the Monitor Pedestal Base on page 17. CAUTION: This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 100 mm mounting holes. To attach a third-party mounting solution to the monitor, four 4 mm, 0.7 pitch, and 10 mm long screws are required.
Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP.
3 Using the Webcam Install CyberLink YouCam software and driver from the CD that came with your monitor. NOTE: USB connectivity between the monitor and PC is required for the webcam to operate. The webcam will not operate if you are using the VGA cable for the graphics interface. Use your webcam to: ● Create videos from files on your computer. ● Create snapshots to view, organize, edit, send, and print. ● Create video notes for an enhanced visual calendar and to share.
Before you can set up a video chat: 1. Download an Internet messenger or video phone call program. Make sure the person you are calling has compatible video-calling software. 2. Enable your webcam as the default video input. This is usually done through the video setup in the Tools menu in the software program you are using. 3. Send your video call by following the instructions for the video-calling software program. Webcam Troubleshooting Problems with the webcam can come from different sources.
4 Using HP MyRoom HP MyRoom is your online meeting room. Connect with business colleagues “face to face” and collaborate with useful tools. Installing HP MyRoom from the CD To install HP MyRoom: 1. Insert the CD that came with your monitor into the computer CD-ROM drive. 2. Select Install HP MyRoom and run the setup file. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Downloading HP MyRoom from the Internet To download HP MyRoom: 1. Go to https://www.rooms.hp.com/myroom. 2.
5 Finding More Information Refer to the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide included on the CD with your monitor for additional information on: ● Optimizing monitor performance ● Safety and maintenance guidelines ● Installing software from the CD ● Using the OSD menu ● Downloading software from the Web For information on theft deterrence, refer to the HP Display Assistant User Guide included on the CD with your monitor. For additional information on using and adjusting your monitor, go to http://www.
6 Technical Specifications NOTE: All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. L2311c Table 6-1 L2311c Specifications Maximum Weight (Unpacked) 6.8 kg 15.0 lbs Height (highest position) 46.62 cm 18.35 inches Height (lowest position) 35.11 cm 13.82 inches Depth 24.96 cm 9.83 inches Width 55.15 cm 21.
Recognizing Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults. This monitor automatically recognizes these preset modes and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. L2311c Table 6-2 Factory Preset Modes Preset Pixel Format Horz Freq (kHz) Vert Freq (Hz) 1 640 × 480 31.469 59.940 2 720 × 400 31.469 70.087 3 800 × 600 37.879 60.317 4 1024 × 768 48.363 60.004 5 1280 × 720 45.00 60.
By selecting the settings in the monitor's Energy Saver utility, you can also program the monitor to enter into the reduced power state at a predetermined time. When the monitor's Energy Saver utility causes the monitor to enter the reduced power state, the power light blinks amber.
