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Alienware AW2518HF Monitor
User’s Guide
Model: AW2518HF
Regulatory model: AW2518HFb
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Notes, cautions, and warnings
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make
better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss
of data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage,
personal injury, or death.
Copyright © 2017 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. This product is protected by U.S. and international
copyright and intellectual property laws. Dell™ and the Dell logo are trademarks of Dell Inc. in the
United States and/or other jurisdictions. All other marks and names mentioned herein may be
trademarks of their respective companies.
2017 - 07
Rev. A00
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Contents
About Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Rear and Bottom View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Monitor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Flat Panel Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Resolution Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Supported Video Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Preset Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Environmental Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Power Management Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Plug and Play Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
USB Upstream Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
USB Downstream Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
USB Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Maintenance Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Cleaning Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Setting Up the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Attaching the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Connecting the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Removing the Monitor Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wall Mounting (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Operating the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Power On the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the Front-Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Front-Panel Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Accessing the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
OSD Warning Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Setting the Maximum Resolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tilt, Swivel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Vertical Extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Rotating the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your
System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Built-in Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Product Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . 56
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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About Your Monitor
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have
received all the components and Contact Dell if something is missing.
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: To set up with any other stand, please refer to the respective stand
setup guide for setup instructions.
Monitor
Stand Riser
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Cable Cover
Power Cable (Varies by
Country)
HDMI Cable
USB 3.0 Upstream Cable
(Enables the USB Ports
on the Monitor)
• Drivers and
Documentation Media
•Quick Setup Guide
• Safety, Environmental,
and Regu
Information
latory
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Product Features
The Alienware AW2518HF flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film
Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor
features include:
• 62.23 cm (24.5 inch) viewable area (measured diagonally).
Resolution: Up to 1920 x 1080 through DisplayPort and HDMI, with full-
een support or lower resolutions.
scr
• AMD FreeSync monitor, with a ext
rapid response time of 1 ms.
• Color gamut of 72% NTSC.
• Tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment capabilities.
• Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™)
0 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
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• Digital connectivity with DisplayPort and HDMI.
• Equipped with 1 USB upstream port and 4 USB downstream ports.
• Plug and play capability if supported by your
• On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen
optimiza
• The color modes also offers different
Person Shooter), RTS (Real-Time Strategy), RPG (Role-Playing Game), and
3 game modes to personalize your preference.
• Software and documentation medi
Image Color Matching File (ICM), and product documentation.
• Dell Display Manager Software included
the monitor).
• 0.3 W standby power when in sleep mode.
• Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen.
• The possible long-term effects of blue li
cause damage to the eyes, including eye fatigue, digital eye strain, and so
on. ComfortView feature is designed to reduce the amount of blue light
emitted from the monitor to optimize eye comfort.
tion.
remely high refresh rate of 240 Hz and a
system.
game modes, including FPS (First-
a includes an Information File (INF),
(comes in the CD shipped with
ght emission from the monitor may
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Identifying Parts and Controls
Front View
Label Description
1 Cable-management slot (on the front side of the stand)
2 Function buttons (For more information, see O
3 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)
perating the Monitor)
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Back View
Back view with monitor stand
Label Description Use
1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm
x 100 mm - behi
VESA Cover)
2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals.
3 Stand release button Releases stand from the monitor.
4 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to
5 Cable-management slots
(on the left and right sides of
the s
tand)
attached
nd
Wall mount monitor using VESAcompatible wall mount kit (100 mm x
100 mm).
contact Dell
Use to organize cables by placing
through the slots.
them
or technical support.
f
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Rear and Bottom View
Rear and bottom view without monitor stand
Label Description Use
1 Power cable
co
nnector
2
(1, 2)
3 Line-out port Connect your speakers.
4 DisplayPort Connect your computer with DP cable.
5 USB upstream port Connect the USB cable (shipped with your
6, 9 USB 3.0 port Connect your USB device.
7 USB downstream
8 Headphone-out
HDMI port Connect your computer with HDMI cable
port with Power
Charging
jack
Connect
monitor).
(shipp
NOTE: This port does not support
headp
moni
enable the USB ports on your monitor.
NOTE: To use this
USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to the
USB-upstream port on the monitor and to
your computer.
Connect to charge your
Connect the headphones.
the power cable (shipped with your
ed with your monitor).
hones.
tor) to thi
s port and your computer to
port, you must connect the
USB device.
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Monitor Specifications
Flat Panel Specifications
Model AW2518HF
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel technology TN
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Viewable image
Diagonal
Horizontal, Active Area
Vertical, Active Area
Area
Pixel pitch 0.2832 mm x 0.2802 mm
Pixel per inch (PPI) 90
Viewing angle 160° (vertical) typical
Luminance output 400 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical)
Faceplate coating Anti-Glare with 3H hardness
Backlight LED edgelight system
Response time 1 ms gray-to-gray
Color depth 16.7 million colors
Color gamut 72%* (CIE1931)
Built-in devices • USB 3.0 super-speed hub (with 1 x USB 3.0
622.3 mm (24.5 inches)
543.74 mm (21.41 inches)
302.62 mm (11.91 inches)
164545.63 mm
170° (horizontal) typical
up
stream port)
• 4 x USB 3.0 downstream ports (including 1
rt which supports power-charging)
po
2
(255.05 inch2)
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Connectivity •1 x DP 1.2
•2 x HDMI 2.0
• 1 x USB 3.0 Upstream port (Rear)
• 2 x USB 3.0 Downstream port (Rear)
• 2 x USB 3.0 Downstream port (Bottom)
• 1 x Headphone-out jack (Bottom)
• 1 x Audio line-out jack (Rear)
Height adjustable stand
Tilt
Swivel
Pivot
Dell Display Manager (DDM)
Compa
* Color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (82%) and CIE1931 (72%) test
standar
Resolution Specifications
Model AW2518HF
Horizontal scan range 249.1 kHz to 263 kHz (automatic)
Vertical scan range 30 Hz to 240 Hz (automatic)
Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1080 at 240 Hz
tibility
ds.
0 to 130 mm
-5° to 25°
-20° to 20°
-90° to 90°
Yes
Supported Video Modes
Model AW2518HF
Video display capabilities
(
H
DMI & DP playback)
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480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i,
1080p, FHD
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Preset Display Modes
HDMI Display Modes
Display Mode Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz
)
VESA, VGA, 640 x
480
VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 60 40 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.36 60 65 -/-
HDTV, 1920 x
1080p
HDTV, 1920 x
p @ 120 Hz
1080
HDTV, 1920 x
1080p @ 144 Hz
HDTV, 1920 x
10
80p @ 240 Hz
31.5 60 25.2 -/-
.5 60 148.5 +/+
67
137.26 120 285.5 +/-
59 144 346.5 +/-
166.
291.31 240 594.27 +/-
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
DP Display Modes
Display Mode Horizontal
Frequency
)
(kHz
VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 60 25.2 -/VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 60 40 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.36 60 65 -/-
HDTV, 1920 x
80p
10
HDTV, 1920 x
p @ 120 Hz
1080
HDTV, 1920 x
1080p @ 144 Hz
HDTV, 1920 x
80p @ 240 Hz
10
67.5 60 148.5 +/+
137.26 120 285.5 +/-
166.
59 144 346.5 +/-
291.31 240 594.27 +/-
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
NOTE: This monitor supports AMD FreeSync.
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Electrical Specifications
Model AW2518HF
Video input signals • HDMI 2.0, 600 mV for each differential
line, 100
differential pair
• DisplayPort 1.2, 600 mV for each
differenti
per differential pair
Synchronization input signals Separate horizontal and vertical
sy
nchronization, polarity-free TTL level, SOG
(Composite SYNC on green)
AC input voltage/frequency/
curr
ent
Inrush current • 120 V: 30 A (Max.) at 0 °C (cold start)
Physical Characteristics
Model AW2518HF
Sign
al cable type •
Dimensions (with stand)
Height (extended) 523.3 mm (20.6 inches)
Height (compressed) 418.4 mm (16.5 inches)
Width 555.8 mm (21.88 inches)
Depth 268.6 mm (10.57 inches)
Dimensions (without stand)
Height 327.9 mm (12.91 inches)
Width 555.8 mm (21.88 inches)
Depth 64.6 mm (2.54 inches)
Stand dimensions
100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz +
3 Hz / 1.5 A (typical)
• 220 V: 60 A (Max.) at 0 °C (cold start)
Digital: HDMI, 19 pins
• Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins (cable not
incl
• Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins
ohm input impedance per
al line, 100 ohm input impedance
uded)
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Height (extended) 426.7 mm (16.8 inches)
Height (compressed) 418.4 mm (16.5 inches)
Width 465.7 mm (18.33 inches)
Depth 268.6 mm (10.57 inches)
Weight
Weight with packaging 11.3 kg (24.91 lb)
Weight with stand assembly
and cabl
Weight without stand assembly
(For wall
considerations - no cables)
Weight of stand assembly 3.22 kg (7.09 lb)
Front frame gloss Black Frame - 20 gloss unit (max.)
Environmental Characteristics
Model AW2518HF
Complian
• ENERGY STAR certified Monitor
• EPEAT Silver registered in the U.S. EPEAT
• Arsenic-Free glass and Mercury-Free for the panel only
Temperature
Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Non-operating •Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity
Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating • Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
Operating 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum)
es
mount or VESA mount
t Standards
www.epeat.net for registration status by country
6.90 kg (15.21 lb)
3.38 kg (7.45 lb)
registration varies by country. See
•Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to
140 °F)
• Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensing
)
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Non-operating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum)
Thermal dissipation • 221.8 BTU/hour (maximum)
• 60.0 BTU/hour (typical)
Power Management Modes
If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance displa
y card or software installed in your
PC, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in
use. This is referred to as Power Save Mode*. If the computer detects input from
the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes
functioning. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of
this automatic power saving feature.
VESA
Modes
Normal
oper
ation
deo Power
Horizontal
Sync
Vertical
c
Syn
Vi
Indicator
Active Active Active Blue 65 W
Power
Consumption
(maximum)**
17.6 W (typical)
Active-off
mode
Inactive Inactive Blanked Amber
(bl
inking)
Less than 0.3 W
Switch off - - - Off Less than 0.3 W
Energy Star Power Consumption
P
E
on
TEC
13.5 W
43.1 kWh
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The OSD functions only in the normal operation
mode. When any button is
pressed in the Active-off mode, the following message will be displayed:
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected
input signal.
NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR Qualified.
NOTE:
: Power consumption of on mode as defined in Energy Star 7.0
P
on
version.
: Total energy consumption in kWh as defined in Energy Star 7.0
E
TEC
version.
* Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting
main cable from the monitor.
the
** Maximum power consumption with max luminance, and USB active.
This document is informational
only and reflects laboratory performance. Your
product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and
peripherals you ordered and shall have no obligation to update such information.
Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making
decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or
completeness is expressed or implied.
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Pin Assignments
DisplayPort Connector
Pin Number 20-pin Side of the Connected
Signal Cable
1 ML0(p)
2 GND
3 ML0(n)
4 ML1(p)
5 GND
6 ML1(n)
7 ML2(p)
8 GND
9 ML2(n)
10 ML3(p)
11 GND
12 ML3(n)
13 GND
14 GND
15 AUX(p)
16 GND
17 AUX(n)
18 GND
19 Re-PWR
20 +3.3 V DP_PWR
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HDMI Connector
Pin
Number
1 TMDS DATA 2+
2 TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD
3 TMDS DATA 24 TMDS DATA 1+
5 TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD
6 TMDS DATA 17 TMDS DATA 0+
8 TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD
9 TMDS DATA 0-
10 TMDS CLOCK+
11 TMDS CLOCK SHIELD
12 TMDS CLOCK13 CEC
14 Reserved (N.C. on device)
15 DDC CLOCK (SCL)
16 DDC DATA (SDA)
17 DDC/CEC Ground
18 +5V POWER
19 HOT PLUG DETECT
19-pin Side of the Connected
Signal Cable
Plug and Play Capability
You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor
automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display
Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that
the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor
installations are automatic; you can select different settings if desired. For more
information about changing the monitor settings, see Operating the Monitor.
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the
monitor.
NOTE: This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.0 compatible.
Transfer Speed Data Rate Power Consumption*
Super-speed 5 Gbps 4.5 W (Max, each port)
High speed 480 Mbps 4.5 W (Max, each port)
Full speed 12 Mbps 4.5 W (Max, each port)
* Up to 2 A on USB downstream port (port with
BC1.2-compliant devices or normal USB
devices.
USB Upstream Connector
Pin
Number
1 VCC
2 D3 D+
4 GND
5 SSTX6 SSTX+
7 GND
8 SSRX9 SSRX+
9-pin Side of the
Connector
battery icon) with
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USB Downstream Connector
Pin
Number
1 VCC
2 D3 D+
4 GND
5 SSRX6 SSRX+
7 GND
8 SSTX9 SSTX+
9-pin Side of the
Connector
USB Ports
•1 upstream - rear
• 2 downstream - rear
• 2 downstream - bottom
• Power Charging Port- the port with
battery icon; supports fast
current charging capability if the device is BC1.2 compatible.
NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0-capable computer.
NOTE: The monitor's USB interface works only when the monitor is On or
in the power save mode. If you turn Off the monitor and then turn it On,
the attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal
functionality.
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LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or
more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and
do not affect the display quality or usability. For more information on Dell
Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: http://
www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Maintenance Guidelines
Cleaning Your Monitor
CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety Instructions before clean
monitor.
WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the
cable from the electrical outlet.
For best practices, follow the instructions i
cleaning, or handling your monitor:
• To clean your anti-static screen, lightl
water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable
for the anti-static coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive
cleaners, or compressed air.
• Use a lightly-dampened, warm cloth to clean
detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the monitor.
• If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off w
a cloth.
• Handle your monitor with care as a darker-colored monitor may get
ratched and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-colored monitor.
sc
• To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically
changing screen
saver and turn Off your monitor when not in use.
n the list below while unpacking,
y dampen a soft, clean cloth with
the monitor. Avoid using
monitor power
ing the
ith
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Setting Up the Monitor
Attaching the Stand
NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the
factory.
NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand
is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for the set-up
instructions.
To attach the monitor stand:
1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion.
2. Attach the stand riser till it snaps into place.
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3. Route and connect the necessary cables to the monitor, as shown in the
il
lustration.
a. Power cable
b. HDMI cable
c. DP cable (optional, cable not included)
d. USB upstream cable
e. USB downstream cable
NOTE: Route each cable neatly so that the cables will be organized after
the cable cover is attached.
WARNING: Do not plug-in or turn-on the power to the monitor until you
are instructed to do so.
4. Slide the cable cover till it snaps into place.
s (optional, cable not included)
NOTE: Ensure that the cables may pass through the bottom of the cable
cover.
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Connecting the Computer
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the Safety Instructions.
NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time.
NOTE: See also Attaching the Stand.
To connect your monitor to the computer:
1. Connect the other end of the connected DP or HDMI cable to your
computer.
2. Connect the upstream USB 3.0 port (cable suppl
USB 3.0 port on your computer. (See Rear and Bottom View for details.)
3. Connect the USB 3.0 peripherals to the downstream USB 3.
monitor.
4. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet.
5. Turn On the monitor and the computer.
your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not
If
disp
lay an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems.
ied) to an appropriate
0 ports on the
NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only.
Appearance of the computer may vary.
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Removing the Monitor Stand
NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand,
ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface.
NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand
is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for the set-up
instructions.
To remove the stand:
1. Turn off the monitor.
2. Unplug the cables from the computer.
3. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion.
4. Using your thumbs, apply gentle pressure on the cable
slide it off from the monitor.
cover to horizontally
5. Unplug the cables from the monitor.
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6. Press and hold the stand release button.
7. Lift the stand riser up and away from the monitor.
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Wall Mounting (Optional)
(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm).
Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit.
1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or c
2. Remove the stand.
3. Use a Phillips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the
pl
astic cover.
4. Attach the mo
5. Mount the monitor on the wall by following
the wall mounting kit.
unting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor.
ushion on a stable, flat table.
the instructions that comes with
NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall mount bracket with minimum
weight/load bearing capacity of 13.52 kg.
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Power On the Monitor
Press the Power button to turn on the monitor.
Using the Front-Panel Controls
Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust settings.
The following table describes the front-panel buttons:
Front-Panel Button Description
1
Shortcut key/
Preset Modes
2
Shortcut key/
Game Enhance
Mode
3
Shortcut key/
Dark Stabilizer
Use this button to choose from a
Use this button to launch the Game
Use this button to launch the D
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list of preset color modes.
Enhance Mode menu.
ark Stabilizer menu.
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4
Use this button to directly access the Brightness/Contrast
nu.
me
Shortcut key/
Brightness/
Contrast
5
Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen Display
(OSD). See Accessing the Menu System.
Menu
6
Use this button to exit the OSD main menu.
Exit
Front-Panel Button
Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to
Front-Panel Button Description
1
Up
2
Down
3
Use the Up butto
OSD menu.
Use the Do
wn button to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the
OSD menu.
Use the Select button to confirm your selection.
adjust the image settings.
n to adjust (increase ranges) items in the
Select
4
Use the Ba
Back
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ck button to go back to the previous menu.
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
Accessing the Menu System
NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another
menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those
changes. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then
wait for the OSD menu to disappear.
ess the button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
1. Pr
2. Press the and buttons to move between the setting options. As you
move from one icon to another, the option
following table for a complete list of all the options available for the
monitor.
name is highlighted. See the
3. Pr
ess the button once to activate the highlighted option.
4. Pr
ess the and buttons to select the desired parameter.
5. Pr
ess to enter the submenu and then use the directional buttons,
according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6. Select the
button to return to the main menu.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Game Use this menu to personalize your visual gameplay experience.
Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes.
Description
• Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is
the default preset mode.
• FPS: Loads color settings ideal for First-Person Shooter
games.
• RTS: Loads color settings ideal for Real-Time Strategy
games.
• RPG: Loads color settings ideal for Role-Playing games.
• Game 1/Game 2/Game 3: Allows you to customize the
color settings for your gaming needs.
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Preset Modes • ComfortView: Decreases the level of blue light emitted
from the screen to make viewing more comfortable for your
eyes.
WARNING: The possible long-term effects of
blue light emission from the monitor may cause
personal injury such as digital eye strain, eye
fatigue and damage to the eyes. Using monitor for
extended periods of time may also cause pain in
parts of body such as neck, arm, back and
shoulder.
To reduce the risk of eye strain and neck/arm/back/
shoulder pain from using the monitor for long periods of
time, we suggest you to:
1. Set the distance of the screen between 20 inches to 28
inches (50cm-70cm) from your eyes.
2. Blink frequently to moisten your eyes or wet your eyes
with water after prolonged usage of the monitor.
3. Take regular and frequent breaks for 20 minutes every
two hours.
4. Look away from your monitor and gaze at a distant
object at 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds during
the breaks.
5. Perform stretches to relieve tension in the neck, arm,
back, and shoulders during the breaks.
• Warm: Increases the color temperature. The screen
appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.
• Cool: Decreases the color temperature. The screen appears
cooler with a blue tint.
• Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color
settings. Press the and buttons to adjust the three
colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color
mode.
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Game Enhance
Mode
Response Time Allows you to set the Response Time to
The feature offers three available functions to enhance your
gameplay experience.
•Off
Select to disable the functions under Game Enhance Mode.
•Timer
Allows you to disable or enable the timer at the upper left
c
orner of the display. The timer shows the time elapsed since
the game starts. Select an option from the time-interval list to
measure your target game rate.
• Frame Rate
Selecting On a
second when playing games. The higher the rate, the
smoother the motion appears.
• Display Alignment
Activate the function to help en
the video contents from multiple displays.
Super Fast.
llows you to display the current frames per
sure the perfect alignment of
Normal, Fast or
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Dark Stabilizer The feature improves the visibility in the dark gaming
scenarios. The higher the value (between 0 to 3), the better
visibility in dark area of the display image.
Hue This feature can shift the color of the video image to green or
purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use
or to adjust the hue level from 0 to 100.
Use
Use to increase the purple shade of the video image.
NOTE: Hue ad
RTS, or RPG preset mode.
Saturation This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image.
Use
Use to increase the colorful appearance of the video
image.
Use
image.
NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only when you
select FPS, RTS, or RPG preset mode.
Reset Game Select this option to restor
to increase the green shade of the video image.
justment is available only when you select FPS,
or to adjust the saturation level from 0 to 100.
to increase the monochrome appearance of the video
e default game settings.
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Brightness/
Contrast
Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
Contrast Adjust the Br
Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment.
Press the button to increase the brightness and press the
button to decrease the brightness (min. 0 / max. 100).
ightness first, and then adjust the Contrast only
if further adjustment is necessary.
Press the button to increase the contrast and press the
button to decrease the contrast (min. 0 / max. 100).
The Contrast function adjusts the degree of difference
between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen.
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Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different
video signals that may be connected to your monitor.
DP Select the DP input when you are using the DP connector.
HDMI 1 Select the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2
HDMI 2
Auto Select Turning on the function allows you to scan for available input
Reset Input
urce
So
HDMI connectors.
urces.
so
Reset your monitor input settings to the factory settings.
input when you are using the
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Display Use Display to adjust images.
Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio to Wide 16:9, Auto Resize, 4:3, or
1:1.
Input Color
Format
Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use
Dynamic
ntrast
Co
Allows you to set the video input mode to:
elect this option if your monitor is connected to a
RGB: S
computer (or DVD player) using the DP or HDMI cable.
YPbPr: Select
YPbPr output.
or to adjust the sharpness level from 0 to 100.
Allows you to increase the level of contrast to provide sharper
and more detailed image quality.
this option if your DVD player supports only
Press the
or "Off".
NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provid
select these preset modes: FPS, RTS, RPG, Game 1, Game 2,
and Game 3.
Reset Display Select this option to resto
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button to select the Dynamic Contrast "On"
es higher contrast if you
re default display settings.
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Audio
Volume Allows you to set the volume level of headphone output.
Use or to adjust the volume level from 0 to 100.
Reset Audio Select this option to restor
e default audio settings.
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Menu Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD, such as,
the languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu
remains on screen, and so on.
Language Set the OSD display to one of the eight languages (English,
Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian,
Simplified Chinese, or Japanese).
Transparency Select this option to change the
pressing the
Timer Sets the length of time the OSD will remain activ
last time you pressed a button.
or to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from
Use
5 to 60 seconds.
Reset Menu Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values.
and buttons (min. 0 / max. 100).
menu transparency by
e after the
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Personalize
Shortcut Key 1 Allows you to choose a feature from Preset Modes, Game
Shortcut Key 2
Shortcut Key 3
Shortcut Key 4
Power Button
D
LE
USB Allows you to enable or disable USB f
Reset
rsonalization
Pe
Enhance Mode, Dark Stabilizer, Brightness/Contrast, Input
Source, Aspect Ratio, or Volume and set it as a shortcut key.
Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off to save
energy.
unction during monitor
standby mode.
NOTE: USB ON/OFF under standby mode is only available
when the USB upstream cable is unplugged. This option will
be grayed out when the USB upstream cable plugs in.
Reset all settings under the Personalize menu to the factory
preset values.
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Others
Display Info Displays the monitor's current settings.
DDC/CI DDC/CI (Di
your monitor parameters (brightness, color balance, and etc.)
to be adjustable via the software on your computer.
You can disable this feature by selecting Off.
Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum
performance of your monitor.
splay Data Channel/Command Interface) allows
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LCD
Conditioning
Reset Others Reset all settings under the Others menu to the factory preset
Factory Reset Reset all settings to the factory preset values.
Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on
the degree of image retention, the program may take some
time to run. You can enable this feature by selecting On.
values.
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OSD Warning Message
When the Dynamic C
RTS, RPG, Game 1, Game 2, or Game 3), the manual brightness adjustment is
disabled.
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you will see the
following message:
ontrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: FPS,
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected
input signal.
This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving
om the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical
fr
frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended
1080.
You will see the following message before the DDC/CI func
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mode is 1920 x
tion is disabled:
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When the monitor enters the Pow
Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected
input signal.
If you press any button other than the power button,
appear depending on the selected input:
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected
input signal.
If either HDMI or DP input is selected
connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.
er Save mode, the following message appears:
the following message will
and the corresponding cable is not
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected
input signal.
See Troubleshooting for more information.
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Setting the Maximum Resolution
To set the maximum resolution for the monitor:
In Windows® 7, Windows® 8, and Windows® 8.1:
1. For Windows® 8 and Windows® 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch
to classic desktop.
2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.
3. Click the Dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 1920 x 1080.
4. Click OK.
In Windows® 10:
1. Right-click on the desktop and click Display settings.
2. Click Advanced display settings.
3. Click the dropdown list of Resolution and select 1920 x 1080.
4. Click Apply.
If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as an option, you may need to update your
graphics driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following
procedures:
If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer:
• Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and
download the latest driver for your graphics card.
If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop):
• Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic
drivers.
• Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers.
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Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension
NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand
is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for set-up
instructions.
Tilt, Swivel
With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for
the most comfortable viewing a
NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the
factory.
ngle.
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Vertical Extension
NOTE: The stand extends vertically up to 130 mm. The figure below
illustrates how to extend the stand vertically.
Rotating the Monitor
Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended
(Vertical Extension) and fully tilted up to avoid hitting th
monitor.
e bottom edge of the
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Rotate clockwise
Rotate counterclockwise
NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait
view) with your Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver
that is not included with this monitor. To download the graphics driver, go
to www.dell.com/support and see the Download section for Video
Drivers for latest driver updates.
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NOTE: When in the Portrait View Mode, you may experience
performance degradation in graphic-intensive applications (3D Gaming
and etc.).
Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System
After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete the procedure
below to adjust the Rotation Display Settings of your system.
NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, you need
to go the graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer website
for information on rotating the 'contents' on your display.
To adjust the Rotation Display Settings:
1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties.
2. Select the Settings tab and click Advanced.
3. If you have an ATI graphics card, select the Rotation tab and set the
preferred rotation.
4. If you have an nVidia graphics card, click the nVidia tab, in the left-hand
column select NVRotate, and then select the preferred rotation.
5. If you have an Intel® graphics card, select the Intel graphics tab, click
Graphic Properties, select the Rotation tab, and then set the preferred
rotation.
NOTE: If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working correctly,
go to
www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver for your
graphics card.
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Troubleshooting
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the Safety Instructions.
Self-Test
Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your
monitor is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly
connected but the monitor screen remains dark, run the monitor self-test by
performing the following steps:
1. Turn off both your
2. U
nplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
3. T
urn on the monitor.
The floating dialog box shoul
if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working correctly. While in selftest mode, the power LED remains blue. Also, depending upon the selected
input, the dialog shown below will continuously scroll through the screen.
computer and the monitor.
d appear on-screen (against a black background),
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected
input signal.
4. This bo
becomes disconnected or damaged.
5. T
your computer and the monitor.
If your monitor screen remains blank after you use
your video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning
properly.
x also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable
urn Off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn On both
the previous procedure, check
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Built-in Diagnostics
Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen
abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor, or
with your computer and video card.
NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is
unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.
To run the built-in diagnostics:
1. Ens
ure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the
screen).
2. Unpl
3. Press and
4. C
5. Press B
6. Ins
7. Rep
The test is complete when the white
again.
If you do not detect any screen abnormalities
tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer.
ug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The
monitor then goes into the self-test mode.
hold Button 3 for 5 seconds. A gray screen appears.
arefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.
utton 3 again. The color of the screen changes to red.
pect the display for any abnormalities.
eat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black, and white
screens.
screen appears. To exit, press Button 3
upon using the built-in diagnostic
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Common Problems
The following table contains general information about common monitor
problems you might encounter and the possible solutions:
Common
Symptoms
No Video/
Power LED off
No Video/
Power LED on
Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy,
Shaky/Jittery
Video
Missing Pixels LCD screen has
Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has
What You
Experience
No picture • Ensure that the video cable connecting the
No picture or no
brightness
blurry, or
ghosting
Wavy picture or
fine movement
spots
bright spots
Possible Solutions
monitor and the computer is properly connected
and secure.
• Verify that the power outlet is functioning
properly using any other electrical equipment.
• Ensure that the power button is depressed fully.
• Ensure that the correct input source is selected in
the Input Source menu.
• Increase brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
• Perform monitor self-test feature check.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
• Ensure that the correct input source is selected in
the Input Source menu.
• Eliminate video extension cables.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Change the video resolution to the correct
aspect ratio.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Check environmental factors.
• Relocate the monitor and test in another room.
• Cycle power On-Off.
• Pixel that is permanently Off is a natural defect
that can occur in LCD technology.
• For more information on Dell Monitor Quality
and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: http:/
/www.dell.com/support/monitors.
• Cycle power On-Off.
• Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect
that can occur in LCD technology.
• For more information on Dell Monitor Quality
and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: http:/
/www.dell.com/support/monitors.
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Brightness
Problems
Geometric
Distortion
Horizontal/
Vertical Lines
Synchronization
Problems
Safety Related
Issues
Intermittent
Problems
Missing Color Picture missing
Picture too dim
or too bright
Screen not
centered
correctly
Screen has one
or more lines
Screen is
scrambled or
appears torn
Visible signs of
smoke or sparks
Monitor
malfunctions on
& off
color
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Perform monitor self-test feature check and
determine if these lines are also in self-test mode.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Perform monitor self-test feature check to
determine if the scrambled screen appears in
self-test mode.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
• Restart the computer in the safe mode.
• Do not perform any troubleshooting steps.
• Contact Dell immediately.
• Ensure that the video cable connecting the
monitor to the computer is connected properly
and is secure.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Perform monitor self-test feature check to
determine if the intermittent problem occurs in
self-test mode.
• Perform monitor self-test feature check.
• Ensure that the video cable connecting the
monitor to the computer is connected properly
and is secure.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
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Wrong Color Picture color not
od
go
Image retention
from a static
image left on the
monitor for a
long period of
time
Faint shadow
from the static
image displayed
appears on the
screen
Product Specific Problems
• Change the settings of the Preset Modes in the
Game menu OSD depending on the application.
• Adjust R/G/B value under Custom Color in
Game menu OSD.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
• Use the Power Management feature to turn off
the monitor at all times when not in use (for more
information, see Power Management Modes).
• Alternatively, use a dynamically changing
screensaver.
Specific
Symptoms
Screen image is
t
oo small
Cannot adjust
nitor with
the mo
the buttons on
the front panel
No Input Signal
en user
wh
controls are
pressed
The picture does
not fill the entire
screen
What You
Experience
Image is
centered on
screen, but does
not fill entire
viewing area
OSD does not
appear on the
screen
No picture, the
LED light is blue
The picture
cannot fill the
height or width
of the screen
Possible Solutions
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord,
plug it back, and then turn On the monitor.
• Check the signal source. Ensure the computer is
not in the powe
mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard.
• Check whether the signal cable is plugged in
properly. Re-plug the signal cable if necessary.
• Reset the computer or video player.
• Due to different video formats (aspect ratio) of
DVDs, the monitor may display in full screen.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
r saving mode by moving the
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems
Specific
Symptoms
USB interface is
not work
High Speed USB
3.0 interface is
slow
Wireless USB
periph
working when a
USB 3.0 device
is plugged in
ing
erals stop
What You
Experience
USB peripherals
are not working
High Speed USB
3.0 peripherals
working slowly
or not working at
all
Wireless USB
peripherals
responding
slowly or only
working as the
distance
between itself
and its receiver
decreases
Possible Solutions
• Check that your monitor is turned On.
Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer.
•
• Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream
connector).
• Switch Off and then turn On the monitor again.
• Reboot the computer.
• Some USB devices like external portable HDD
require higher electric current; connect the
device directly to the computer system.
• Check that your computer
• Some computers have USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and
USB 1.1 ports. Ensure that the correct USB port is
used.
• Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer.
• Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream
connector).
• Reboot the computer.
• Increase the distance between the USB 3.0
periph
erals and the wireless USB receiver.
• Position your wireless USB receiver as close as
possible to the wireless USB peripherals.
• Use a USB-extender cable to position the
wireless USB receiver as far away as possible
from the USB 3.0 port.
is USB 3.0-capable.
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Appendix
WARNING: Safety Instructions
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those
specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical
hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.
For information on safety instructions, see the Safety, Environmental, and
Regulatory Information (SERI).
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information
For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory
compliance website located at
Contact Dell
For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-
3355).
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find
contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell
product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service
options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may
not be available in your area.
• Online technical assistance — www.dell.com/support/monitors
• Contacting Dell — www.dell.com/contactdell
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
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