HP ENVY 27 27-inch IPS Monitor User Guide
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About This Guide This guide provides information on setting up the monitor, installing drivers, using the on-screen display menu, troubleshooting 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.
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ................................................................................................................................. 1 HP ENVY 27 27-inch IPS Monitor ............................................................................................. 1 Accessories ............................................................................................................................... 2 Optional Accessories ...................................................
4 Operating the Monitor ....................................................................................................................... 14 Documentation and Software CD ............................................................................................ 14 Installing Drivers .................................................................................................... 14 Control Buttons ...................................................................................................
1 Product Features HP ENVY 27 27-inch IPS Monitor Figure 1-1 HP ENVY 27 27-inch IPS Monitor The HP ENVY 27 27-inch IPS Monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT) screen with an LED backlight and the following features: ENWW • Large 27-inch/68.
• Plug and Play capability, if supported by your operating system • On-screen display (OSD) adjustments for easy setup and screen optimization (available in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Japanese, and Portuguese) • Power Saver to reduce energy consumption • HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) on DisplayPort and HDMI inputs • Documentation and Software CD containing drivers and documents Accessories • Power adapter • Power
2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety Information For displays with glossy bezels, consider the placement of the display, because the bezel might cause distracting reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces. For information on the correct power cord set to use with the monitor, see Power Cord Set Requirements on page 30. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: • Do not disable the power cord grounding feature.
Safety Precautions • Use only a power source and connection compatible with this monitor, as indicated on the label of the power adapter. • Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the power cord does not exceed the rating of the power cord. To determine the ampere rating (Ampsor A) for each device, see the power label.
Shipping the Monitor Keep the original packaging box in a storage area. You might need it later if you move or ship the monitor. To prepare the monitor for shipping: 1. Disconnect the power and video cables from the monitor. 2. Lay the monitor on a flat and even surface with the bottom side of the monitor extending over the edge of the surface. 3. Slide the base latches outwards to release the base lock. Su b H D M I SP D IF Figure 2-1 Releasing the Base Latches ENWW 4.
3 Setting Up the Monitor Unpacking the Monitor 1. Make sure all contents are included. Store the packing box. 2. Turn off the computer and other attached devices. 3. Prepare a flat area to assemble the monitor. NOTE: Use only the power cord and adapter provided with this monitor. Installing the Base Stand 1. Place the monitor on a flat and even surface with the bottom side of the monitor extending over the edge of the surface. 2. Slide the base to the stand.
Connecting Video Source Cables CAUTION: Before connecting the cables to the monitor, ensure that the computer and the monitor are powered off. The video source is determined by the video cable used. The monitor automatically determines which inputs have valid video signals. The inputs can be selected by pressing the source button on the front of the monitor.
Figure 3-3 Connecting the VGA video and audio cables HDMI Sub SPDIF Connecting the HDMI Cable Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end of the cable to the input device. The HDMI cable is provided.
Connecting Audio Output Devices Connecting a Subwoofer Connect one end of the audio cable to the back of the monitor and the other end of the cable to the audio output device. Figure 3-5 Connecting a Subwoofer HDMI Sub SPDIF Sub Connecting a Digital Audio Device Connect one end of the SPDIF cable to the back of the monitor and the other end of the cable to the audio output device. The SPDIF cable is not provided.
Connecting a Headphone Connect the headphone cable to the right side of the monitor. Figure 3-7 Connecting the Headphone HDMI Sub SPDIF Managing the Cables A cable management comes with the package. Install the cable management clip on the stand, then insert the cables into the clip.
Connecting the Power Cord 1. Follow all electrical and power warnings. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet. 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.
High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) Your monitor supports HDCP and can receive high-definition content. High-definition content is available in many sources, such as Blu-ray Disc devices or HDTV air or cable broadcasts. If you do not have an HDCP-enabled monitor, a blank screen or a lower resolution picture appears when playing high-definition protected content. Your computer graphics card and monitor must both support HDCP to display protected content. Turning on the Monitor 1.
The monitor automatically scans the signal inputs for an active input and uses that input for the display. If two inputs are active, the monitor will display the default input source. If the default source is not an active input, then the monitor displays the other input if it is active. You can change the default source in the OSD by pressing the Menu button and selecting Source Control > Default Source. Activating Beats Audio Activate the Beats Audio function to enjoy optimized stereo-sound quality.
4 Operating the Monitor Documentation and Software CD The CD that is included with this monitor contains drivers and software that you can install on your computer. Installing Drivers If you determine that you have to update the drivers, you can install the monitor driver INF and ICM files from the CD or download them from the HP product support website. Installing the monitor driver software from the CD 1. Insert the CD in your computer CD drive. The CD menu appears. 2. Select the language. 3.
Control Buttons Control buttons are located on the base of the monitor. Button Icon Description Beats Audio Enables Beats Audio technology. Menu Opens the OSD menu. Auto Adjust Press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image. Available only in VGA source. Audio Opens the Audio menu where you can adjust the volume. In the OSD menu, press to select a submenu or an option. Source Control Chooses the video input source from the computer.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Use the On-Screen Display (OSD) to adjust the screen image based on your viewing preferences. To access the OSD: 1. Make sure the monitor is on. 2. To access the OSD menu, press the Menu button. The OSD Main Menu appears. 3. To navigate through the Main or sub-menu, press the (Plus) button to scroll up, or the (Minus) button to scroll in reverse. The press the OK button to select the highlighted function.
Icon Main Menu Options Sub-menu Options Description Custom Color Selects and adjusts your own color scales: • R — Sets your own red color levels. • G — Sets your own green color levels. • B — Sets your own blue color levels. Quick View Select from the following modes: • • • • • Gamma Photo Gaming Text Custom (settings saved when you adjust the Brightness, Contrast, or Color in one of the other Quick View options) Strengthens the dark details of the screen.
Icon Main Menu Options Sub-menu Options Description Sharpness Adjusts the screen image to look sharper or soft. Video OverDrive Turns Video Overdrive on or off. The factory default is off. Dynamic Contrast Ratio Sets the Dynamic Contrast Ratio (DCR) setting on or off. The factory default setting is off. DCR automatically adjusts the balance between white and black levels to provide you with an optimal image. OSD Control OSD Adjusts the position of the OSD menu on the screen.
Icon Main Menu Options Sub-menu Options Description Monitor Status Displays the operating status of the monitor each time the monitor is powered on. Select the location at which to display the status: • • • • Top Middle Bottom Off The factory default is Top. DDC/CI Support Allows the computer to control some OSD menu features such as Brightness, Contrast, and Color Temperature. Select: • On • Off The factory default is On. LED Bezel Power LED Turns the light (LED) in the Power button on and off.
Icon Main Menu Options Sub-menu Options Description Serial Number Reports the serial number of the monitor. The serial number is needed if contacting HP technical support. FW Version Reports the firmware version of the monitor. Backlight Hours Reports the total hours of backlight operation. Service Support For service support, see the HP Technical Support website at http://www.hp.com/support. Factory Reset Returns settings to factory defaults. Source Control Selects the video input signal.
• Monitor Going to Sleep — Indicates the screen display is entering a sleep mode. • Check Video Cable — Indicates a video input cable is not properly connected to the computer or monitor. • OSD Lockout — The OSD can be enabled or disabled by pressing and holding the Menu button on the front panel for 10 seconds. If the OSD is locked, the warning message OSD Lockout appears for 10 seconds. If the OSD is locked, press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD.
A Troubleshooting Resolving Common Issues Issue Solution Power LED is not on. Make sure the Power button is on, and the power cord is properly connected to a grounded power outlet and to the monitor. Select Management in the OSD menu, and then select Bezel Power LED. Verify that the Bezel Power LED option is set to Off and, if so, set to On mode. Screen is blank. Connect the power cord. Turn on the power. Connect the video cable properly. For more information, see Setting Up the Monitor on page 6.
Issue Solution No Plug and Play. In order for the Plug and Play feature of the monitor to work, you must have a computer and graphic card that are compatible with Plug and Play. Check with your computer manufacturer. Inspect the monitor video cable, and make sure that none of the pins are bent. Make sure that the monitor drivers are installed. For more information, see Installing Drivers on page 14. Monitor drivers are also available at the HP website at http://www.hp.com/support.
Locating the Rating Label The rating label on the monitor provides the product number and serial number. You might need these numbers when contacting HP about your monitor model. The rating label is on the bottom of the monitor.
B Technical Specifications All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP’s component manufacturers; actual performance might vary either higher or lower. ENVY 27 27-inch IPS Monitor Table B-1: ENVY 27 Specifications ENWW Display Type: TFT LCD active matrix Viewable Image Size: 68.6 cm (27.0 in.) diagonal Video Input Terminals: VGA, DisplayPort, HDMI Tilt: -5º to 15º Maximum Weight (unpacked): 7.2 kg (15.87 lb) Dimension (W x H x D): 622.0 x 453.8 x 140.3 mm (24.
Preset Video Modes The monitor automatically recognizes many preset video input modes that will appear properly sized and centered on the screen. Table B-2: Factory Preset Video Input Modes Preset Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 1 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 2 720 x 400 31.469 70.087 3 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 4 1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 5 1280 x 720 45.00 60.00 6 1280 x 1024 63.98 60.02 7 1440 x 900 55.94 59.89 8 1600 x 900 60.00 60.
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Your LCD Monitor uses high-precision technology, manufactured according to high standards, to help guarantee trouble-free performance. Nevertheless, the display might have cosmetic imperfections that appear as small bright or dark spots. This is common to all LCD displays that are used in products supplied by all vendors and is not specific to your LCD Monitor. These imperfections are caused by one or more defective pixels or subpixels.
C Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
For questions regarding the product, contact: Hewlett Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 1-800-HP-INVENT (1-800 474-6836) For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: Hewlett Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 (281) 514-3333 To identify this product, see the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product.
Power Cord Set Requirements The monitor power supply is provided with Automatic Line Switching (ALS). This feature allows the monitor to operate on input voltages between 100–120V or 200–240V. The power cord set (flexible cord or wall plug) received with the monitor meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased the equipment. If you must obtain a power cord for a different country, purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country.
HP Recycling Program HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, go to the HP Planet Partners Recycling Program website at http://www.hp.com/recycle.
