Dell 1708FP User Manual

Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide

About Your Monitor

Front View Back View Side View Bottom View Monitor Specifications Cleaning Your Monitor

Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand

Attaching the Stand Organizing Your Cables Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Removing the Stand

Setting Up Your Monitor

Connecting Your Monitor Using the Front Panel Using the OSD Setting the Optimal Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)

Rotating Your Monitor

Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor Rotating Your Operating System

Solving Problems

Troubleshooting Your Monitor General Problems Product Specific Problems USB Problems Troubleshooting Your Soundbar

Appendix

Safety Information FCC Notice (U.S. Only) Contacting Dell Your Monitor Setup Guide

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

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Model 1708FP July 2007 Rev. A01

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About Your Monitor

Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide

Front View Back View Bottom View Side View Monitor Specifications Cleaning Your Monitor

Front View

1. Video input select

2. OSD menu / select button

3. Brightness & Contrast / Down (-) button

4. Auto-Adjust / Up (+) button

5. Power button (with power light indicator)

Back View

1 VESA mounting holes (100mm) (Behind

attached base plate) 2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 3 Security lock slot Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor. 4 Dell Soundbar mounting brackets Attach the optional Dell Soundbar. 5 Regulatory rating label List the regulatory approvals. 6 Stand removal button Press to release the stand. 7 Cable management hole Help organize cables by placing them through the hole. 8 Lock down/release button Push the monitor down, press the button to unlock the monitor, and then

Use to mount the monitor.

lift the monitor to the desired height.

Bottom View

1 Power

connector 2 Dell Soundbar

power

connector 3 DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable. 4 VGA

connector 5 USB upstream

connector

6 USB

connector

Insert the power cable.

Connect the power cord for the Soundbar (optional).

Connect your computer VGA cable.

Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the computer. Once this cable is connected you can use the USB connectors on the side and bottom of the monitor.

Connect your USB devices.

NOTE: You can use this connector only after you connect the USB cable to the computer and the USB upstream connector on the monitor.

Side View

USB connectors (downstream)

Left side Right side

Monitor Specifications

Power Management Modes

If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display 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 input from keyboard, mouse, or other input devices is detected by the computer, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature:

VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption

Normal operation (with Dell Soundbar and USB active) Active Active Active Green 75 W (maximum) Normal operation Active Active Active Green 35 W (typical) Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blanked Amber Less than 2 W Switch off - - - Off Less than 1 W

NOTE: The OSD will only function in the 'normal operation' mode. One of the following messages will appear when the “menu” or “plus” buttons are pressed when in Active-off mode.

1. Auto Detect (Analog Input) In Power Save Mode

Press Computer Power Button

or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse

2. Analog Input

In Power Save Mode

Press Computer Power Button

or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse

Activate the computer and 'wake up' the monitor to gain access to the OSD

1. Auto Detect (Digital Input) In Power Save Mode

Press Computer Power Button

or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse

3. Digital Input

In Power Save Mode

Press Computer Power Button

or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse

This monitor is ENERGY STAR®-compliant as well as TCO '99 / TCO '03 power management compatible.

* Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor.

Pin Assignments

15-pin D-Sub connector

Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable

1 Video-Red 2 Video-Green 3 Video-Blue 4 GND 5 Self-Test 6 GND-R 7 GND-G 8 GND-B 9 DDC +5V 10 GND 11 GND 12 DDC data 13 H-sync 14 V-sync 15 DDC clock

24-pin Digital-only DVI Connector

NOTE: Pin 1 is at the top right.

The following table shows pin assignments in the DVI connector:

Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment 1 T.M.D.S. Data 2- 9 T.M.D.S. Data 1- 17 T.M.D.S. Data 02 T.M.D.S. Data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S. Data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S. Data 0+ 3 T.M.D.S. Data 2 Shield 11 T.M.D.S. Data 1 Shield 19 T.M.D.S. Data 0 Shield 4 No Connect 12 No Connect 20 No Connect 5 No Connect 13 No Connect 21 No Connect 6 DDC Clock 14 +5V Power 22 T.M.D.S. Clock Shield 7 DDC Data 15 Self-Test 23 T.M.D.S. Clock + 8 No Connect 16 Hot Plug Detect 24 T.M.D.S. Clock -

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface

This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface.

Data Rate Power Consumption

High speed 480 Mbps 2.5W (Max., each port) Full speed 12 Mbps 2.5W (Max., each port) Low speed 1.5 Mbps 2.5W (Max., each port)

USB ports:

1 upstream - rear 4 downstream - 2 on rear; 2 on left side

NOTE: USB 2.0 capability requires 2.0-capable computer.

NOTE: The USB interface of the monitor works ONLY when monitor is powered ON (or in Power Save Mode). Switching your monitor OFF and then ON would re-

enumerate its USB interface; attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality.

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 the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic; you can select different settings, if desired.

General

Model number 1708FP

Flat Panel

Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Screen dimensions 17 inches (17-inch viewable image size) Preset display area:

Horizontal 337 mm (13.3 inches)

Vertical 270 mm (10.6 inches)

Pixel pitch 0.264 mm Viewing angle 160° (vertical) typ, 160° (horizontal) typ Luminance output 300 CD/m ²(typ) Contrast ratio 800 to 1 (typ) Faceplate coating Antiglare with hard-coating 3H Backlight CCFL (4) edgelight system Response Time 5ms typical

Resolution

Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 81 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) Optimal preset resolution 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz Highest preset resolution 1280 x 1024 at 75 Hz

Video Supported Modes

Video display capabilities (DVI playback) 480p/576p/720p (Supports HDCP)

Preset Display Modes

Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock

(MHz)

Sync Polarity

(Horizontal/Vertical)

VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.0 28.3 -/+ VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 60.0 25.2 -/VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 49.5 +/+ VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+ VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/VESA, 1024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 +/+ VESA, 1152 x 864 67.5 75.0 108 +/+ VESA, 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 108 +/+ VESA, 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+

Electrical

Video input signals Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance

Synchronization input signals Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations, polarity-free TTL level, SOG (Composite SYNC on green) AC input voltage / frequency / current 100 to 240 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz + Inrush current 120V:42A (Max.)

Digital DVI-D TMDS, 600mV for each differential line, positive polarity at 50 ohm input impedance

3 Hz / 2.0A (Max.)

240V:80A (Max.)

Physical Characteristics

Connector type 15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI-D, white connector Signal cable type Digital: Detachable, DVI-D, Solid pins, shipped detached from the monitor

Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15pins, shipped attached to the monitor

Dimensions (with stand):

Height (Compressed) 13.13 inches (333.6 mm)

Height (Extended) 18.25 inches (463.6 mm)

Width 14.65 inches (372.1 mm)

Depth 7.17 inches (182 mm)

Dimensions: (without stand)

Height

Width

Depth

Stand dimensions:

Height (Compressed)

Height (Extended)

Width

Depth

Weight with packaging 14.76 lbs (6.7 kg)

Weight with stand assembly and cables 11.39 lbs (5.17 kg)

12.18 inches (309.4 mm)

14.65 inches (372.1 mm)

2.59 inches (65.9 mm)

13.06 inches (331.7 mm)

14.78 inches (375.5 mm)

13.29 inches (337.6 mm)

7.17 inches (182 mm)

Weight without stand assembly

7.78 lbs (3.53 kg)

(For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables)

Weight of stand assembly 3.52 lbs (1.6 kg)

Environmental

Temperature:

Operating 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F)

Nonoperating Storage: -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F)

Humidity:

Operating 10% to 80% (noncondensing)

Nonoperating Storage: 5% to 90% (noncondensing)

Altitude:

Operating 3,657.6m (12,000 ft) max

Nonoperating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) max

Thermal dissipation 256.08 BTU/hour (maximum)

Shipping: -20° to 60°C(-4° to 140°F)

Shipping: 5% to 90%(noncondensing)

119.5 BTU/hour (typical)

Cleaning Your Monitor

CAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor.

CAUTION: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet.

To clean your antistatic screen, slightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed air. Use a slightly-dampened, warm cloth to clean the plastics. Avoid using detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the plastics. If you notice a white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth. This white powder occurs during the shipping of the monitor. Handle your monitor with care as darker-colored plastics may scratch and show white scuff marks more than lighter-colored monitor. To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically changing screen saver and power off your monitor when not in use.

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Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand

Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide

Attaching the Stand Organizing Your Cables Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Removing the Stand

Attaching the Stand

NOTE: The stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory.

1. Fit the groove on the monitor to the two tabs on the stand.

2. Lower the monitor until it locks in to place on the stand.

Organizing Your Cables

After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment,) use the cable hole to neatly organize all cables as shown above.

Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension

Tilt/Swivel

With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.

NOTE: Stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory.

Vertical Extension

Stand extends vertically up to 130mm via the Lock down / release button.

NOTE: If locked in the down position,

1. Push the monitor down,

2. Press the Lock down / release button on the bottom rear of stand to unlock the monitor.

3. Lift the monitor up and extend the stand to the desired height.

NOTICE: Before relocating or moving the monitor to a different location, make sure that the stand is LOCKED DOWN. To lock it down, lower the height of the panel until it clicks and is locked into place.

Removing the Stand

NOTE: After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion, complete the following steps to remove the stand.

1. Rotate the stand to allow access to the stand release button.

2. Press the stand release button and lift up the stand and away from the monitor.

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Setting Up Your Monitor

Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide

Connecting Your Monitor Using the Front Panel Using the OSD Menu Setting the Optimal Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)

Connecting Your Monitor

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions.

1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable.

2. Connect either the white DVI or the blue VGA cables to the connectors on the computer and the monitor.

Connect the USB cable that was included with your monitor to the computer and the upstream USB connector on the monitor. Once this cable is connected to the

computer and the monitor, you can use the USB connectors on the monitor.

4. Connect any USB devices.

5. Connect the power cables.

Turn on your monitor and computer. If you do not see an image, push the input select button and ensure the correct input source is selected. If you still do not see an

image, see Troubleshooting your monitor

Using the Front Panel

Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.

Use the Input Select button to select between two different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. If both VGA and DVI cables are connected to one PC, this monitor will display an image automatically just as long as a

video signal is present in either VGA or DVI outputs. When connecting one display to two PCs, if using screen savers,

Video input select

best to set both to the exact times. Whichever mouse is moved first will activate that video input first.

NOTE: The floating 'Dell Self-test Feature Check' dialog appears on a black background if the monitor cannot

sense a video signal. Using the input select button, select the desired input to be tested either Analog Input or Digital Input. Disconnect the video cable from the video card and the Dell Self-test Feature Check dialogue box will appear if the display is operating correctly.

OSD menu / select

Down (-) and Up (+)

Brightness Menu

The Menu button is used to open and exit the on-screen display (OSD), and exit from menus and sub-menus. See Using

the OSD Menu.

Use these buttons to adjust (decrease/increase ranges) items in the OSD menu.

Use this button to launch Brightness menu.

Use this button to activate automatic setup and adjustment. The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input:

Auto Adjust In Progress

Auto Adjust

Power Button and Indicator

Auto Adjustment button allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. After using Auto Adjustment, you can further tune your monitor by using the Pixel Clock (Coarse), Phase (Fine) controls in the OSD.

NOTE: Auto Adjust does not occur if you press the button while there are no active video input signals or attached cables.

Use the power button to turn the monitor on and off. The green light indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. An amber light indicates power save mode.

Using the OSD Menu

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.

1. Push the MENU button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu.

Main Menu for Auto Detect Analog (VGA) Input Main Menu for Auto Detect Digital (DVI) Input

Main Menu for Analog (VGA) Input Main Menu for Digital (DVI) Input

NOTE: Auto Adjust, Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector.

2. Push the - and + buttons to move between the setting options. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. See the table below for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor.

3. Push the MENU button once to activate the highlighted option.

4. Push - and + button to select the desired parameter.

5. Push MENU to enter the slide bar and then use the - and + buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.

6. Push the MENU button once to return to the main menu to select another option or push the MENU button two or three times to exit from the OSD menu.

Icon Menu and

Description

Submenus Exit Select to exit the Main menu.

Brightness/ Contrast

Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Adjust Brightness first, then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary.

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