HP Compaq Q2159 User Guide

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Operating the Monitor
CD Software and Utilities
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 need to update the drivers, you can install the monitor driver INF and ICM files from the CD, 
or download them from the Internet.
Installing the monitor driver software from the CD
To install the monitor driver software from the CD:
1.Insert the CD in your computer CD drive. The CD...

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

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Side-Panel Controls
Control buttons are located on the right side of the monitor:
Side-panel control buttons
No.IconDescription
1PowerTurns the monitor on or puts it in standby or sleep mode.
NOTE: The Power button is located on the top right side of the monitor.
2Auto/OKAuto-adjusts the display to the ideal setting when the OSD is not active. / Enters the selected option.
3/+Hot key to link to Quick View. / Navigates forward through the OSD menu and increases...

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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD)
An on-screen display is an image superimposed on a screen picture, commonly used by monitors, televisions, VCRs, 
and DVD players to display information such as volume, channel, and time.
1.If the monitor is not already on, press the Power button to turn on the monitor.
2.To access the OSD menu, press the Menu button. The OSD Main Menu displays.
3.To navigate through the Main or sub-menu, press the + (Plus) button on the monitor’s...

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Color Selects the screen color. The factory default is 6500 K or 
Custom Color, depending on the model.
9300 K Changes to slightly blueish white.
6500 K Changes to slightly reddish white.
Quick View Movie
Photo
Gaming
Te x t
Custom
Settings saved when user adjusts the Brightness, Contrast, or 
Color in one of the Quick View options.
Custom Color Selects and adjusts your own color scales:
R — Sets your own red color levels.
G — Sets your own green color levels.
B —...

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Management 
(continued)Power-On Status 
DisplayDisplays the operating status of the monitor each time the 
monitor is powered on. Select the location at which to display 
the status:
To p
Middle
Bottom
Off
The factory default is Top or Off, depending on the model.
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.
Bezel Power LED Turns the light (LED) in...

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Identifying Monitor Conditions
Special messages appear on the monitor screen for the following monitor conditions:
■Input Signal Out of Range — Indicates the monitor does not support the video card’s input signal because 
its resolution or refresh rate are set higher than the monitor supports.
Change your video card settings to a lower resolution or refresh rate. Restart your computer for the new settings 
to take effect.
■Monitor Going to Sleep — Indicates the...

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Power-Saver Feature
When the monitor is in normal operating mode, the Power light is green and the monitor uses the normal watts of 
power. For power usage, refer to “Technical Specifications” (Appendix B).
The monitor also supports a power-saver mode that is controlled by the computer. When the monitor is in the 
reduced-power state, the monitor screen is blank, the backlight is off, and the Power light is amber. The monitor uses 
minimum power. When the monitor is...

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Preparing the Monitor for Shipping
Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You may need it later if you move or ship your monitor.
Preparing the Monitor for Shipping
1.Disconnect the power, video, and audio cables from the monitor.
2.Place the monitor face down on a soft, protected surface.
3.Release the base from the column by squeezing the two tabs toward each other. Pull the base away from the 
column as you do so.
Preparing the monitor for shipping
4.Place the monitor and...

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