HP Q2009, Q1859, Q2159 manual Audio and Video Cables and Adapters

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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

	VGA cable	VGA transmits an analog video signal.

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

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

Audio Cable	Connects the audio output from your computer to
	the audio input on your monitor. This enables the
	built-in speakers to play sound.

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.

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Contents User’s Guide Q1859 Q2009 Q2159USA Notational Conventions User’s Guide Table of Contents Agency Regulatory Notices Technical SpecificationsIndex Features Product FeaturesCompaq LCD Monitors Product Features Important Safety Information Safety and Maintenance GuidelinesSafety Precautions Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning the MonitorSetting Up the Monitor Installing the MonitorUnpacking the Monitor Preparing the monitor for desktop usePreparing the monitor for wall-mounting Snapping the bottom portion of the column from the top Sliding the column mounting bracket from the monitor Connecting the VGA Analog Cable To connect the VGA cableAudio and Video Cables and Adapters Connecting the Audio Cable Connecting the Power Cable Connecting the power cableCable Management Adjusting the Tilt Installing Drivers Installing the monitor driver software from the CDDownloading updated drivers from the Internet Operating the MonitorUsing the Auto Adjustment Function Select Open Auto Adjustment SoftwareSide-Panel Controls Icon DescriptionOSD Menu Selections Using the On-Screen Display OSDMain Menu Icon Options Sub-menu Options Description Icon Main Menu Sub-menu Options Description Sets your own blue color levelsTop Identifying Monitor Conditions Adjusting Screen QualityOptimizing Analog Video Power-Saver Feature Preparing the Monitor for Shipping Preparing the Monitor for ShippingPreparing the Monitor for Shipping Solving Common Problems TroubleshootingProblem Solution Locating the Rating Label No Plug and PlayTechnical Specifications Specifications model Q1859Specifications model Q2009 Model Q2159Preset Video Modes Power Cord Set Requirements LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel PolicyAgency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications CablesMaterials Disposal Chemical Substances Canadian NoticeAvis Canadien European Union Regulatory NoticeKorean Notice EPA Energy Star Compliance HP Recycling Program#$%&*+ User’s Guide Index Part number