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Safety and Maintenance 
Guidelines 
Important Safety Information 
A power cord is included with your monitor. If another cord is 
used, use only a power source and connection appropriate for this 
monitor. For information on the correct power cord set to use with 
your monitor, refer to the “Power Cord Set Requirements” section 
in Appendix C. 
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your 
equipment, do not disable the power cord grounding feature. This 
equipment is designed to be connected to a grounded (earthed) 
power outlet that is easily accessible to the operator. The grounding 
plug is an important safety feature. 
ÅWARNING: For your safety, be sure that the power outlet you plug 
the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the 
equipment as possible. When you need to disconnect the power to 
the equipment, unplug the power cord from the power outlet by 
grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on the cord. 
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ÄCAUTION: For the protection of your monitor, as well as your 
computer, connect all power cords for your computer and its 
peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, scanner) to some form 
of surge protection device such as a power strip or Uninterruptible 
Power Supply (UPS). Not all power strips provide surge protection; 
the power 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. 
Maintenance Guidelines 
To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor: 
■�Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this 
product yourself. Adjust only those controls that are covered 
in the operating instructions. If your monitor is not operating 
properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your HP 
authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. 
■�Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this 
monitor, as indicated on the label/back plate of the monitor. 
■�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 cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the 
power label to determine the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for 
each device. 
■�Install your monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach. 
Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and 
pulling it from the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by 
pulling the cord. 
■�Turn your monitor off when not in use. You can substantially 
increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen 
saver program and turning off the monitor when not in use. 
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■�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. 
■�Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface. 
■�Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk 
on the cord. 
■�Keep your monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from 
excessive light, heat or moisture. 
■�When removing the monitor base, you must lay the monitor 
face down on a soft area to prevent it from getting scratched, 
defaced, or broken. 
Cleaning the Monitor 
1. Turn off the monitor and the computer. 
2. Unplug the monitor from the wall outlet. 
3. Clean the monitor plastics with a clean cloth dampened with 
water. 
4. Clean the monitor screen with an antistatic screen cleaner. 
ÄCAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other 
volatile substances to clean your monitor or the screen. These 
chemicals may damage the cabinet finish as well as the screen. 
Shipping the Monitor 
Keep the original packing box in a storage area. You may need it 
later if you move or ship your monitor. 
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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 steps below. 
Installing the Monitor Pedestal 
To install the monitor pedestal: 
1. Place the pedestal plate on your desktop or table and check to 
be sure the arrow on the underside of the plate is facing 
forward. 
✎ Do not install the base if the monitor will be used on a wall, 
swing arm, or other mounting fixture; instead see the section on 
“Mounting the Monitor” in this chapter. 
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2. Using both hands, position the monitor over the pedestal base 
and press down firmly to lock the pedestal base in place. 
When the base locks, it will make a clicking sound. Make 
sure the pedestal base is securely locked before continuing 
with the setup. 
Inserting the Monitor into the Pedestal Base 
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Connecting the Monitor 
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location 
near your computer. 
2. Connect the monitor signal cable on the back of the monitor 
to the video connector on the rear panel of the computer. 
ÅWARNING: 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 
that is easily accessible at all times. 
■�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 may 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 the plug. 
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3. Connect one end of the power cable to the back of the 
monitor, and the other end to an electrical wall outlet. 
Connecting the Signal and Power Cables 
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4. Adjust the monitor as needed for your comfort using the 
monitor’s tilt adjustment capability. 
Tilting the Monitor 
5. Press the power switch to turn on the monitor. 
ÄCAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that 
display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of 
time. To avoid burn-in image damage on your monitor screen, you 
should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the 
monitor when it is not in use for a prolonged period of time. Image 
retention is a condition that may occur on all LCD screens. 
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Removing the Monitor Base 
You can remove the monitor base to mount the monitor on a wall, 
a swing arm, or other mounting fixture. Read the Caution and 
Warning statements below before beginning the procedure. 
ÄCAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure 
the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both 
disconnected. If your monitor has a connected audio cable, 
disconnect it. 
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CAUTION: Do not remove the base from the monitor while the 
monitor is in the upright position. Lay the front bezel down on a soft 
area to prevent it from getting scratched, defaced, or broken. 
1. Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the 
back of the monitor. 
2. Remove the stand cap 1 from the top of the pedestal pillar. 
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