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HP ZR2040w, ZR2240w, ZR2440w and
ZR2740w LCD Monitors

User Guide

Summary of Contents for HP ZR2040w

Page 1: ...HP ZR2040w ZR2240w ZR2440w and ZR2740w LCD Monitors User Guide ...

Page 2: ...nts accompanying such products and services Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written co...

Page 3: ...ical 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 ENWW iii ...

Page 4: ...iv About This Guide ENWW ...

Page 5: ...w Model 11 Routing and Connecting the Cables 12 ZR2040w Model 12 ZR2240w ZR2440w and ZR2740w Models 14 Mounting the Monitor to User Supplied Support Hardware 15 Mounting the ZR2040w Panel 16 Mounting a Quick Release Panel 17 Locating the Information Card Select Models 19 Installing a Cable Lock 20 Turning on the Monitor 20 Installing Software and Utilities 21 The Information File 21 The Image Colo...

Page 6: ... Common Problems 40 Online Technical Support 41 Preparing to Call Technical Support 41 Appendix B Technical Specifications 42 ZR2040w Model 42 ZR2240w Model 43 ZR2440w Model 44 ZR2740w Model 45 Preset Display Resolutions 46 ZR2040w Model Preset Modes 46 ZR2240w Model Preset Modes 47 ZR2440w Model Preset Modes 48 ZR2740w Model Preset Modes 49 Energy Saver Feature 49 Appendix C Agency Regulatory Not...

Page 7: ...ntal Notices 53 ENERGY STAR Qualification 53 Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union 54 HP Recycling Program 54 Chemical Substances 54 Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS 54 Turkey EEE Regulation 55 Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substances 55 Appendix D LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy 56 ENWW vii ...

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Page 9: ...des monitor drivers utilities and product documentation Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption Intelligent Management AssetControl Compliant with the European Union RoHS Directive ZR2040w Model Features of the ZR2040w model include 50 8 cm 20 inch diagonal viewable area display with 1600 900 resolution plus full screen support for lower resolutions Video signal inp...

Page 10: ...adjustments HP Quick Release 2 is now a flush mount solution that lets you quickly install the panel with a simple click and remove it with the convenient sliding tab release Easy access pull out information card with the information needed for a support call On Screen Display OSD adjustments in several languages for ease of setup and screen optimization HP Display Assistant utility software for a...

Page 11: ...terrence feature Privacy filter slots to insert filters purchased separately to block side screen viewing Energy Star Qualified and meets TCO Requirements ZR2740w Model Features of the ZR2740w model include 68 74 cm 27 inch diagonal viewable area display with 2560 x 1440 resolution Video signal input to support DVI digital with DVI Dual Link signal cable provided Video signal input to support Disp...

Page 12: ...with the monitor CAUTION For the protection of the monitor as well as the computer connect all power cords for the 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 Us...

Page 13: ...n unstable surface Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not walk on the cord Keep the 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 at the master power switch on the back and ...

Page 14: ...tal if the monitor will be used on a wall swing arm or other mounting fixture instead see Mounting the Monitor to User Supplied Support Hardware on page 15 in this chapter CAUTION Whenever you handle the monitor take care not to touch the surface of the LCD panel Pressure on the panel may cause non uniformity of color or disorientation of the liquid crystals If this occurs the screen will not reco...

Page 15: ...ecess until it snaps into place 3 The HP Quick Release 2 latch pops up when the monitor is locked in place Figure 3 2 Mounting the Panel onto the HP Quick Release 2 Rear Components ZR2040w Model Figure 3 3 ZR2040w Rear Components Component Function 1 AC Power Connector Connects the AC power cord to the monitor 2 Cable Lock Provision Provides slot for use with cable security locks 3 DisplayPort Con...

Page 16: ...onent 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 HDMI Connector Connects an HDMI cable to the monitor 6 DVI D Connector Connects the DVI D cable to the monitor 8 Chapter 3...

Page 17: ...al USB devices to the monitor 10 Information Card Provides information needed for a support call 11 USB Downstream Connectors side panel Connects optional USB devices to the monitor ZR2440w Model Figure 3 5 ZR2440w Rear Components 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 ENWW Rear Components 9...

Page 18: ...splayPort cable to the monitor 7 HDMI Connector Connects an HDMI cable to the monitor 8 DVI D Connector Connects the DVI D cable to the monitor 9 USB Upstream Connector Connects the monitor USB hub cable to a host USB port hub 10 USB Downstream Connectors Connects optional USB devices to the monitor 11 Information Card Provides information about the monitor 12 USB Downstream Connectors side panel ...

Page 19: ...r 4 DisplayPort Connector Connects the DisplayPort cable to the monitor 5 DVI D Connector Connects the DVI D cable to the monitor 6 USB Upstream Connector Connects the monitor USB hub cable to a host USB port hub 7 USB Downstream Connectors Connects optional USB devices to the monitor 8 Information Card Provides information needed for a support call 9 USB Downstream Connectors side panel Connects ...

Page 20: ... Figure 3 7 Cable Restraining Bar 1 To remove the bar first pull one end of the bar away from the pedestal 1 When it is free the bar can be removed 2 2 Connect the video cables provided to the connectors shown in ZR2040w Model on page 7 You do not have to connect them all 3 For each cable you ve attached plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the computer 12 Chapter 3 Setting Up the ...

Page 21: ...le at all times Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the power cord from the electrical outlet For your safety 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 5 Gather the video cables and replace the cable restraini...

Page 22: ...pulling it straight off the front of the column Figure 3 9 Cable Routing Cover 2 Before connecting the cables route them through 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 Monitor ENWW ...

Page 23: ... are now available for your devices Figure 3 11 Connecting USB Cables 5 Connect one end of the power cable to the AC power connector on the back of the monitor and the other end to an electrical wall outlet 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 Plug the power cord into a...

Page 24: ...otect the panel lay it face down on a soft flat surface Mounting the ZR2040w Panel 1 Remove the four screws holding the panel to the pedestal 2 To mount the panel use the four holes surrounding the HP logo on the back of the monitor Figure 3 12 Mounting the ZR2040w Model CAUTION This monitor supports the VESA industry standard 100 mm mounting holes To attach a third party mounting solution to the ...

Page 25: ...vided Alternatively follow the instructions below to use the HP Quick Release 2 feature with your VESA mounting hardware Start by removing the pedestal Figure 3 13 Removing the Pedestal 1 Press down on the latch near the bottom center of the monitor to unlock the HP Quick Release 2 2 Swing the bottom of the pedestal up until the mounting plate clears the recess in the panel 3 Slide the pedestal ou...

Page 26: ... to the head of the pedestal Figure 3 14 Removing the Mounting Plate from the Pedestal 5 Remove four screws to separate the mounting plate from its cover Figure 3 15 Removing the Cover from the Mounting Plate 18 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW ...

Page 27: ...el For best performance it is important to use the power and video cables provided with the monitor 7 Place the panel on the mounting bracket you ve installed by aligning its recess with the mounting bracket then sliding it down over the top of the bracket and pressing it back into place against the bracket The release latch on the monitor will pop up when the monitor is safely locked in place Loc...

Page 28: ... of non use To avoid burn in image damage on the monitor screen you should always activate a screen saver application or sleep timer or turn off the monitor when it is unused for a long time Image retention is a condition that may occur on all LCD screens Monitors with a burned in image are not covered under the HP warranty NOTE If pressing the power button has no effect the Power Button Lockout f...

Page 29: ...ded from the HP monitors support Web site See Downloading from the Internet on page 22 in this chapter The Information File The INF file defines monitor resources used by Microsoft Windows operating systems to ensure monitor compatibility with the computer s graphics adapter This monitor is Microsoft Windows Plug and Play compatible and the monitor will work correctly without installing the INF fi...

Page 30: ...the CD in the event of an installation error Refer to the Monitor Driver Software Readme file on the CD Downloading from the Internet To download the latest version of INF ICM or driver files from the HP monitors support Web site 1 Go to http www hp com support and select the country region 2 Follow the links for the monitor to the support page and download page 3 Ensure the system meets the requi...

Page 31: ... up when the monitor is lifted If the display head is locked in the lowest position relase and adjust it as follows Figure 3 21 Adjusting the Height Select Models a Make sure that the monitor is safely positioned on a stable surface b Gently push down on the display head 1 c While pushing down the display head press the lock down release button on the back of the column 2 d Guide the display head ...

Page 32: ...when pivoting If your model is a ZR2740w rotate the image using the workstation video driver control panel for AMD Graphics start the CATALYST Control Center for NVIDIA graphics start the NVIDIA Control Center Refer to the Online Help of your workstation video driver for more information For other models use the HP Display Assistant software included on the software and documentation CD to rotate ...

Page 33: ...o low power mode using the power button on the front The OSD lets you put sleeping and waking on a timer or stay awake all the time not recommended Your monitor displays its state through the LED on the front panel and through messages on the screen These indicators vary from one model to another but all use the following LED indicators Blue normal operation Amber low power mode Flashing blue the ...

Page 34: ... only 3 Plus source If the OSD menu is on press to navigate forward through the OSD menu and increase adjustment levels If the OSD menu is inactive press to activate the source button that chooses the video signal input 4 OK auto If the OSD menu is on press to select the highlighted menu item If the OSD menu is inactive press to activate the auto adjustment feature to optimize the screen image 5 P...

Page 35: ...gate backward through the OSD menu and decrease adjustment levels 3 Plus source If the OSD menu is on press to navigate forward through the OSD menu and increase adjustment levels If the OSD menu is inactive press to activate the source button that chooses the video signal input VGA DVI or DisplayPort 4 OK OK If the OSD menu is on press to select the highlighted menu item 5 Power Turns the monitor...

Page 36: ...ff as long as the master power switch on the rear panel is on 5 Power LED Solid blue indicates the first 30 seconds of normal operation Solid amber indicates low power mode Continuously flashing blue indicates signal input in a non supported mode See ZR2740w Model Preset Modes on page 49 for supported modes Three blue flashes while you are adjusting brightness indicate the limit of the screen s br...

Page 37: ...ont panel You will see a menu of options and submenus 3 To navigate through the menu press the Plus button on the monitor s front panel to scroll up or the Minus button to scroll down 4 To select an item from the OSD Menu use the or buttons to scroll to and highlight your selection then press the OK button to select that function 5 Adjust the item using the or buttons on the front panel to adjust ...

Page 38: ...n color levels Blue Color sets your own blue color level Color tint Adjustable scale 0 100 that lets you alter the overall cast of the colors making them more red more green or more blue Image Control Adjusts the screen image VGA input only Auto Adjustment Automatically adjusts the screen image VGA input only Clock Minimizes any vertical bars or strips visible on the screen background Adjusting th...

Page 39: ...e over drive function that improves the response time of the panel for watching motion video The default is OFF Dynamic Contrast Ratio Turning this option on allows the monitor to adjust Contrast dynamically as the image changes The factory default is Off OSD Control Provides a menu for adjusting the on screen display OSD controls Horizontal OSD Position Changes the viewing position of the OSD men...

Page 40: ...each time the OSD Main Menu is accessed Select On Off The factory default is On Monitor Status Displays the operating status of the monitor each time the monitor is powered on Select the location to display the status to 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 Set to On O...

Page 41: ...nput video mode Recommended Settings Provides the recommended resolution mode and refresh rate for the monitor Serial Number Reports the serial number of the monitor The serial number is needed if contacting HP technical support FW Version Reports the version of the driver firmware Backlight Hours Reports the total hours of backlight operation Service Support http www hp com support Factory Reset ...

Page 42: ...en examined in this order DisplayPort DVI D HDMI VGA Auto Switch Source Lets you prevent the monitor from automatically switching to another active input when the current input becomes inactive If you set Auto Switch Source to Off the monitor will go dark rather than scan for another active input Source Detection This option is displayed in the OSD when a DisplayPort input is selected You can set ...

Page 43: ... not properly connected 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 when you press the Menu button the warning message OSD Lockout displays for ten seconds If the OSD is locked press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD If the OSD is unlocked press and hold the Menu button for 10 ...

Page 44: ...nclude remote control for individual displays or a group of displays on the domain from a centralized console application The HP Display Assistant Utility has two modes of operation Wizard and OSD mode The preferred method of use is Wizard mode which takes you through a step by step process to accurately calibrate the monitor This method relies on a sequence of steps that will give you the best di...

Page 45: ...C key or any other key on the keyboard to exit the test pattern Optimizing Image Performance Manually Two controls in the on screen display can be adjusted to improve image performance Clock and Clock Phase NOTE The Clock and Clock Phase controls are adjustable only when using an analog input These controls are not adjustable for digital inputs The Clock must first be set correctly since the Clock...

Page 46: ...pending on your computer or graphics controller card installed Figure 4 5 Adjusting the Clock Phase To correct screen position Horizontal Position or Vertical Position 1 Press the Menu button on the monitor s front panel to open the OSD Menu and then select Image Control Horizontal Position and or Vertical Position 2 Press the Plus or Minus buttons on the monitor s front panel to properly adjust t...

Page 47: ...eset the sleep timer mode 5 Press the OK button once to enter the adjustment mode for hours 6 Press the Minus or Plus button to adjust the hour 7 Press the OK button again to enter the time for minutes 8 Press the Minus or Plus button to adjust the minutes 9 Press the OK button to lock in the time chosen 10 After setting the current time the highlight automatically skips to Set Sleep Time Repeat s...

Page 48: ... Screen blanking is active Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to inactivate the screen blanking utility Screen is blank and LED is flashing blue The input signal requires an unsupported display mode Check the table of preset display modes for your model see Preset Display Resolutions on page 46 Screen image appears distorted text is fuzzy or blurred image quality is degraded The compu...

Page 49: ...ow the monitor to enter into low power mode The screen displays the message OSD Lockout The monitor s OSD Lockout function is enabled Press and hold the Menu button for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD function Power Button Lockout is displayed The monitor s Power Button Lockout function is enabled Press and hold the Power button for 10 seconds to unlock the power button function Online Technical Supp...

Page 50: ...t 5 to 25º Maximum Weight Unpacked 3 8 kg 8 44 lbs Dimensions including base Height Depth Width 35 92 cm 15 11 cm 48 2 cm 14 14 inches 5 94 inches 18 97 inches Maximum Graphic Resolution 1600 x 900 60 Hz Optimum Graphic Resolution 1600 x 900 60 Hz Text Mode 720 x 400 Dot Pitch 0 276 W x 0 276 H mm Pixels Per Inch 92 Horizontal Frequency 83 kHz Vertical Refresh Rate 60 Hz Environmental Requirements...

Page 51: ...9 cm 18 76 x 10 59 inches Tilt range 5 to 35º Swivel range 45 to 45º Maximum Weight Unpacked 7 92 kg 17 44 lbs Dimensions including base Height highest position Height lowest position Depth Width 45 71 cm 36 71 cm 23 39 cm 50 74 cm 18 inches 14 45 inches 9 2 inches 19 98 inches Maximum Graphic Resolution 1920 x 1080 60 Hz analog input 1920 x 1080 60 Hz digital input Optimum Graphic Resolution 1920...

Page 52: ...ne DVI connector with cable included one HDMI connector one DisplayPort connector with cable included ZR2440w Model Display Type 61 13 cm diagonal TFT LCD 24 06 inches diagonal Viewable Image Size 51 84 x 32 4 cm 20 41 x 12 76 inches Tilt 5 to 35º Swivel 45 to 45º Maximum Weight Unpacked 8 5 kg 18 88 lbs Dimensions including base Height highest position Height lowest position Depth Width 53 35 cm ...

Page 53: ... 36 8 watts 0 3 watts Input Terminal One DVI connector with cable included one DisplayPort connector with cable included one HDMI connector ZR2740w Model Display Type 68 74 cm diagonal TFT LCD 27 inches diagonal Viewable Image Size 59 87 x 33 77 cm 23 57 x 13 29 inches Tilt 5 to 30º Swivel 45 to 45º Maximum Weight Unpacked 10 3 kg 22 88 lbs Dimensions including base Height highest position Height ...

Page 54: ...ode 75 watts 1 watt Input Terminal One DVI connector with cable included one DisplayPort connector with cable included Preset Display Resolutions The display resolutions listed below are the most commonly used modes and are set as factory defaults The monitor automatically recognizes these preset modes and they will appear properly sized and centered on the screen ZR2040w Model Preset Modes Preset...

Page 55: ... 1 640 x 480 31 469 59 940 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 59 94 6 1280 x 1024 63 981 60 020 7 1440 x 900 55 935 59 887 8 1600 x 900 60 0 60 0 9 1680 x 1050 65 290 59 954 10 1920 x 1080 67 5 60 00 Table B 3 ZR2240w High Definition Video Formats Preset Timing Name Pixel Format Horz Freq kHz Vert Freq kHz Pixel Rate MHz OSD Display 1 ...

Page 56: ...rmat Horz Freq kHz Vert Freq Hz Pixel Rate MHz CEA VIC OSD Display 1a 480i60 4 3 720 x 480 15 734 60 13 5 6 480i 60Hz 1b 480i60 16 9 720 x 480 15 734 60 13 5 7 480i 60Hz 2a 480p60 4 3 720 x 480 31 469 60 27 2 480p 60Hz 2b 480p60 16 9 720 x 480 31 469 60 27 3 480p 60Hz 3 720p60 1280 x 720 45 60 74 25 720p 60Hz 4 1080i60 1920 x 1080 33 75 60 74 25 1080i 60Hz 5a 576i50 4 3 720 x 576 15 625 50 13 5 21...

Page 57: ...771 59 8 3 2560 x 1400 88 786 59 9 Energy Saver Feature In addition to normal operating mode your monitor has a low power or sleep mode that uses less than 5 watts and from which it will awaken with any signal input The monitor will go to sleep automatically when it stops receiving input so putting your computer on a timer is one way to put the monitor on a timer Some models also have their own sl...

Page 58: ...paration between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett Packard Company ma...

Page 59: ...ve 2004 108 EC Ecodesign Directive 2009 125 EC where applicable CE compliance of this product is valid if powered with the correct CE marked AC adapter provided by HP Compliance with these directives implies conformity to applicable harmonized European standards European Norms that are listed in the EU Declaration of Conformity issued by HP for this product or product family and available in Engli...

Page 60: ...y where you purchased the equipment If you need to obtain a power cord for a different country you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in that country The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product s electrical ratings label The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked o...

Page 61: ... in use The power management feature enables the computer to initiate a low power or sleep mode after a period of user inactivity When used with an external ENERGY STAR qualified display this feature also supports similar power management features for the display To take advantage of these potential energy savings users should use the default power management settings that are provided with ENERGY...

Page 62: ...e you purchased the product 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 http www hp com recycle Chemical Substances HP is committed to providing our customers with information about the chemical substances in our products as needed to comply with legal re...

Page 63: ...us Substances The equipment complies with requirements of the Technical Regulation approved by the Resolution of Cabinet of Ministry of Ukraine as of December 3 2008 No 1057 in terms of restrictions for the use of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic equipment ENWW Product Environmental Notices 55 ...

Page 64: ...sub pixel dot defect is less visible than a defective whole pixel and is small and only visible on a specific background To locate defective pixels the monitor should be viewed under normal operating conditions in normal operating mode at a supported resolution and refresh rate from a distance of approximately 50 cm 20 in The panel is 90 defect free at the time of shipment HP expects that over tim...

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