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HP EliteDisplay S231d LED Backlit IPS Monitor User Guide...
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Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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.
Rear Components ..........................4 Connecting the Monitor Cables ......................5 Turning on the Monitor ......................... 8 Connecting an HP Notebook Computer and Installing Drivers ............9 Charging Your HP Notebook Computer ..................... 11 Connecting Optional USB Devices ..................... 12 Front Panel Controls .......................... 12 Adjusting the Monitor ..........................
USB cable provided to connect the monitor's USB hub to a USB connector on the computer ● 19V DC power cable provided for powering or charging your HP notebook (up to 90 watts) ● Supports an optional HP speaker bar ●...
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Energy saver feature to meet requirements for reduced power consumption ● Intelligent Management AssetControl ● Safety guidelines, certifications, and regulatory notices for this product are available in the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide on the disc included with this model. Chapter 1 Product Features ENWW...
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 Lift the monitor from its box and place it face down on a flat surface. 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).
Connects the USB hub cable to the monitor's USB hub connector and to a host USB port/hub. This is the primary graphics input when connecting a notebook computer. NOTE: Only select HP notebooks are compatible with the DC output and charging capability. Chapter 2 Setting Up the Monitor ENWW...
Connecting the Monitor Cables Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer. 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). 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.
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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. NOTE: The outer case of DC Out 90 watt devices must meet IEC60950–1 requirements.
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When using the VGA cable, the port replicator features will not function. If you are connecting an HP notebook computer to the monitor, connect one end of the provided USB cable to a USB connector on the computer, and the other end to the upstream USB connector on the monitor.
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. * A prolonged period of time is 12 consecutive hours of non-use.
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.
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USB 2.0 port but will run at lower overall data rates. When connecting a notebook to the HP S231d monitor after the initial software installation has been completed, the AutoPlay window may re-appear. You do not need to re-install the driver software each time you connect to the HP S231d monitor.
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.
Connecting Optional USB Devices The monitor includes a USB 3.0 hub with four external USB 3.0 ports on the rear 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 Front Panel Controls Table 2-1...
NOTE: To view an OSD menu simulator, visit the HP Customer Self Repair Services Media Library at http://www.hp.com/go/sml. Adjusting the Monitor Your monitor model may look different than the model in the following illustrations. Tilt the monitor's panel forward or backward to set it to a comfortable eye level.
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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: To view information on the screen in portrait mode, you can install the HP Display Assistant software included on the software and documentation media disc. The position of the OSD menu can also be rotated to portrait mode. To rotate the OSD menu, access the OSD...
Mounting the Monitor The monitor panel can be attached to a wall, swing arm, or other mounting fixture. NOTE: 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 CAUTION:...
Installing a Cable Lock You can secure the monitor to a fixed object with an optional cable lock available from HP. Locating the Rating Labels The rating labels on the monitor provide the spare part number, product number, and serial number.
Create video notes for an enhanced visual calendar and to share. ● Initiate live video chats with HP MyRoom or other compatible software program. ● Import live videos into a movie-making program to save, send, stream on the Web, or record to disc.
Webcam Troubleshooting Problems with the webcam can come from different sources. The problem may come from webcam drivers or the software that's trying to use the webcam may have a problem. Before contacting HP: ● Download the latest drivers for your monitor model.
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 media disc To install HP MyRoom: Insert the media disc that came with your monitor into the computer optical drive.
If the information provided in the guide or in the HP LCD Monitors Reference Guide do not address your questions, you can contact support. For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP. For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. Here you can: ●...
Technical Specifications NOTE: All specifications represent the typical specifications provided by HP's component manufacturers; actual performance may vary either higher or lower. EliteDisplay S231d Table 6-1 EliteDisplay S231d Specifications Display Type 58.4 cm wide screen 23 inches wide screen Viewable Image Size 58.4 cm diagonal...
(cable not included); one audio in connector (cable not included); one Ethernet connector (cable not included) For the latest specifications or additional specifications on this product, go to http://www.hp.com/go/ quickspecs/ and search for your specific display model to find the model-specific QuickSpecs. Table 6-2...
Table 6-4 High-definition video formats Preset Timing name Pixel format Horz freq (kHz) Vert freq (Hz) 720p50 1280 x 720 37.5 720p60 1280 x 720 1080p60 1920 x 1080 67.5 1080p50 1920 x 1080 56.25 Entering User Modes The video controller signal may occasionally call for a mode that is not preset if: ●...