HP W2348H, W1858 manual Audio and Video Cables and Adapters, Cable/Adapter Name Description

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Setting Up the Monitor

Audio and Video Cables and Adapters

The following table shows the cable and adapter types that may be required to connect the monitor to the computer, TV, or set-top box.

The number and type of cables required may vary by model. Some cables and adapters are included for select models only and may be sold separately.

Cable/Adapter									Name	Description

									HDMI cable	HDMI transmits an all-digital signal. It is the
										recommended choice for playback from a DVD
										or DVR.
										or DVR.
										HDMI is capable of transmitting both
										uncompressed digital audio and digital video
										signals, because it has video, audio, and control
										signals.

									DVI cable	DVI transmits an all-digital video signal.

VGA cable

VGA transmits an analog video signal.

		DVI-to-VGA adapter	Connects a DVI monitor to a VGA connector on the
		DVI-to-VGA adapter	Connects a DVI monitor to a VGA connector on the
			back of the computer, TV, or set-top box or connects
			a VGA monitor to a DVI connector on the back of
			the computer, TV, or set-top box.


		DVI-to-HDMI adapter	Connects a DVI monitor to an HDMI connector on
			the back of the computer, TV, or set-top box or
			connects an HDMI monitor to a DVI connector on
			the back of the computer, TV, or set-top box.
			NOTE: If you use a DVI-to-HDMI adapter, you must
			connect the green audio cable to enable the
			speakers.

		VGA-to-DVI-I cable	Converts an analog video signal to a digital video
			signal.

NOTE: When using a VGA or DVI signal, you must connect your audio separately because a VGA or DVI signal converts only video data, not audio data. A separate audio connection is not necessary when you use an HDMI signal, because an HDMI signal can convert both video and audio data.

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Contents User’s Guide W1858 W2228h W2338h W2348h W2448h/hc W2558hcUSA Notational Conventions User’s Guide Contents Operating the Monitor TroubleshootingTechnical Specifications Preparing the Monitor for ShippingAgency Regulatory Notices Viii User’s Guide Product Features FeaturesHP LCD Monitors Cantilever base Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Important Safety InformationSafety Precautions Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning the MonitorUnpacking the Monitor Setting Up the MonitorInstalling the Monitor Assembling the cantilever baseUnfolding the double-hinged monitor Preparing the cantilever-base monitor for wall-mounting Wall-mounting the double-hinged monitorPreparation Connecting the VGA Analog or DVI-D Digital Cable To connect the VGA cable Connecting the VGA / DVI-I Cable Select Models OnlyConnecting the Hdmi Cable Select Models Only To connect the DVI-D cableAudio and Video Cables and Adapters Cable/Adapter Name DescriptionConnecting the Audio Cable Connecting the USB Hub Cable Select Models OnlyConnecting USB Devices to the Monitor Select Models Only Connecting the Power CableAdjusting the Tilt Cable ManagementAdjusting the Swivel Adjusting the Height Select Models Only Pivoting the Monitor Select Models OnlyUser’s Guide Keyboard Parking User’s Guide Operating the Monitor Installing DriversDownloading updated drivers from the Internet CD Software and UtilitiesUsing the Auto-Adjustment Function Select Open Auto-Adjustment SoftwareMy Display Software Select Models Only Front-Panel ControlsIcon Description Using the On-screen Display OSD OSD Menu SelectionsIcon Main Menu Submenu Options Description Maintains proportional imageSets your own red color levels Top Identifying Monitor Conditions Selecting Video Input ConnectorsAdjusting Screen Quality Optimizing Analog VideoPower-Saver Feature Ambient Light Sensor Select ModelsTask Light Select Models Webcam Select ModelsHigh-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection Hdcp Capturing Webcam Video and SnapshotsHaving a Video Chat or Making Conference Calls User’s Guide Remote Slot Description Using the Monitor Menu with the Remote Control Main Menu Viewing PhotosViewing a Slide Show Listening to Music/AudioChanging Settings Watching Video FilesChanging the Language Setting Changing the Display Image Size SettingChanging the Slideshow Transition Changing the Slideshow SpeedChanging the Slideshow Shuffle Adjusting the LCD Settings for DPF Restoring Factory DefaultPreparing the Monitor for Shipping Removing the Cantilever BaseFolding the Double-Hinged Monitor User’s Guide User’s Guide Troubleshooting Solving Common ProblemsProblem Solution Troubleshooting Locating the Rating Label User’s Guide Technical Specifications Specifications model w1858Specifications model w2228 Model w2338, w2348Specifications model w2448 Model w2558Preset Video and High-Definition Modes User’s Guide User’s Guide User’s Guide Power Cord Set Requirements LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel PolicyModifications Agency Regulatory NoticesFederal Communications Commission Notice CablesAvis Canadien Materials DisposalChemical Substances Canadian Notice European Union Regulatory NoticeUser’s Guide Korean Notice EPA Energy Star Compliance HP Recycling Program#$%&*+ Part number