Dell P1914S User Manual

Model No.: P1914S

User‘s Guide

Dell P1914S

Regulatory model: P1914Sf

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make
better use of your monitor.

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.

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Contents

Dell Display Manager User's Guide ................6

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Using the Quick Settings Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Setting Basic Display Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Assigning Preset Modes to Applications . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Applying Energy-Conservation Features . . . . . . . . . . . 9

About Your Monitor ............................10

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Monitor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Power Management Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Plug and Play Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Flat-Panel Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Resolution Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Preset Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Environmental Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Caring for Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

 3

Setting Up the Monitor..........................26

Attaching the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Connecting Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Connecting the blue VGA Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Connecting the white DVI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Connecting the black DisplayPort cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Connecting the USB cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Organizing Your Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Attaching the Cable Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Removing the Monitor Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Wall Mounting (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Operating the Monitor ..........................32

Power On the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using the Front-Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Front-Panel Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu . . . . . . . . . 34

Accessing the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

OSD Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Setting the Maximum Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension . . . . . . . 48

Rotating the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System. 51

Troubleshooting ...............................52

Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Built-in Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

4 

Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Product-Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems . . . . . . . 57

Appendix ......................................58

FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and

Other Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Setting Up Your Monitor ........................59

Setting the display resolution to 1280 x 1024 (Maximum)59

If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with

Internet access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or

graphics card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Procedures for setting up dual monitors in Windows

Vista® , Windows® 7 or Windows® 8. . . . . . . . . . . . 61

For Windows Vista® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

For Windows® 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

For Windows® 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Setting Display Styles For Multiple Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

 5

Dell Display Manager User's Guide

Overview

Dell Display Manager is a Windows application used to manage a monitor
or a group of monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed
image, assignment of automatic settings, energy management, image
rotation and other features on select Dell models. Once installed, Dell
Display Manager will run each time the system starts and will place its
icon in the notification tray. Information about monitors connected to the
system is always available when hovering over the notification tray icon.

Using the Quick Settings Dialog

Clicking Dell Display Manager’s notification tray icon opens the Quick
Settings dialog box. When more than one supported Dell model is
connected to the system, a specific target monitor can be selected using
the menu provided. The Quick Settings dialog box allows convenient
adjustment of the monitor’s Brightness and Contrast levels, Preset Modes
can be manually selected or set to Auto Mode, and the screen resolution
can be changed.

6  Dell Display Manager User's Guide

The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell Display
Manager’s advanced user interface which is used to adjust Basic
functions, configure Auto Mode and access other features.

Setting Basic Display Functions

A Preset Mode for the selected monitor can be manually applied using
the menu on the Basic tab. Alternatively, Auto Mode can be enabled. Auto
Mode causes your preferred Preset Mode to be applied automatically
when specific applications are active. An onscreen message momentarily
displays the current Preset Mode whenever it changes.

The selected monitor’s Brightness and Contrast can also be directly
adjusted from the Basic tab.

Assigning Preset Modes to Applications

The Auto Mode tab allows you to associate a specific Preset Mode
with a specific application, and apply it automatically. When Auto
Mode is enabled, Dell Display Manager will automatically switch to the
corresponding Preset Mode whenever the associated application is
activated. The Preset Mode assigned to a particular application may be
the same on each connected monitor, or it can vary from one monitor to
the next.

Dell Display Manager User's Guide

 7

Dell Display Manager is pre-configured for many popular applications. To
add a new application to the assignment list, simply drag the application
from the desktop, Windows Start Menu or elsewhere, and drop it onto the
current list.

NOTE: Preset Mode assignments targeting batch files, scripts, and
loaders, as well as non-executable files such as zip archives or packed
files, are not supported and will be ineective.

8  Dell Display Manager User's Guide

Applying Energy-Conservation Features

On supported Dell models, the PowerNap tab will be available to provide
energy conservation options. When the screensaver activates, the
monitor’s Brightness can automatically be set to minimum level or the
monitor can be put to sleep in order to save additional power.

Dell Display Manager User's Guide  9

About Your Monitor

Package Contents

Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that
you have received all the components and Contact Dell if anything 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.

NOTE: P1914S monitor is BFR/PVC-free (Halogen-free) excluding
external cables.

• Monitor

• Stand

10  About Your Monitor

• Cable Cover

• Power Cable (varies with countries)

• VGA Cable

• DisplayPort (DP) Cable

• USB upstream cable (enables the

USB ports on the monitor)

• Drivers and Documentation Media

• Quick Setup Guide

• Product and Safety Information

Guide

Product Features

The Dell P1914S flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film
Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display. The monitor’s features include:

• P1914S: 48.00cm (19.0 inches) diagonal viewable image size,

1280 x 1024 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.

• Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position,

or while moving from side-to-side.

• Tilt, swivel, vertical extension and rotate adjustment capabilities.

• Stand lock.

• Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association

(VESA) 100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.

• Plug and play capability if supported by your system.

• On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen

optimization.

• Software and documentation media which includes an information file

(INF), Image Color Matching File (ICM), Dell Display Manager software
application and product documentation.

• ENERGY STAR-compliant.

• Security lock slot.

• Asset Management Capability.

• EPEAT Gold Rating.

• Dell Display Manager software included (comes in the CD shipped with

the monitor).

• BFR/PVC-free (Halogen-free) excluding external cables.

• TCO compliant.

About Your Monitor

 11

• Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor

in real time.

Identifying Parts and Controls

Front View

Front panel controls

1. Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor)
2 Power On/O button (with LED indicator)

Back View

1

2

3

4

12  About Your Monitor

5
6

7

Back View with monitor stand

Label Description Use

1 VESA mounting holes (100

mm)
2 Regulatory rating label Lists the regulatory approvals.
3 Security lock slot

4 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact

5 Stand release button Release stand from monitor.
6 USB downstream port Connect your USB device. You can

7 Cable management slot Use to organize cables by placing them

Side View

To mount the monitor.

Use a security lock to secure your
monitor. (security lock not included).

Dell for technical support.

only use this connector after you
have connected the USB cable to the
computer and USB upstream connector
on the monitor.

through the slot.

About Your Monitor  13

Bottom View

1 2 3 4 5

7

Label Description Use

1 AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable.

2 DisplayPort connector To connect your computer to the monitor using

a DisplayPort cable.

3 Stand lock feature To lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6

mm screw (screw not included).

4 DVI connector To connect your computer to the monitor using

a DVI cable.

5 VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using

a VGA cable.

6 USB upstream port 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 monitor.

7 USB downstream port Connect your USB device. You can only use

this connector after you have connected the
USB cable to the computer and USB upstream
connector on the monitor.

Monitor Specifications

The following sections give you information about the various power
management modes and pin assignments for the various connectors of
your monitor.

Power Management Modes

If you have VESA’s DPM compliance display card or software installed
in your PC, the monitor automatically reduces its power consumption
when not in use. This is referred to as Power Save Mode. If the computer
detects input from 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:

14  About Your Monitor

VESA Modes

Normal operation Active Active Active White 37 W (Maximum) **

Active-o mode Inactive Inactive Blank Glowing

Switch o - - - O Less than 0.5 W *

Horizontal

Sync

Vertical

Sync

Video

Power

Indicator

white

Power

Consumption

16 W (Typical)
Less than 0.5 W

The OSD will only function in the normal operation mode. When any
button except power button is pressed in Active-off mode, the following
messages will be displayed:

Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the OSD.

NOTE: The Dell P1914S monitor is ENERGY STAR®-compliant.

* Zero-power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting

the main cable from the monitor.

** Maximum power consumption with max luminance and contrast.

About Your Monitor  15

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 +5 V

10 GND-sync

11 GND
12 DDC data
13 H-sync
14 V-sync
15 DDC clock

16  About Your Monitor

DVI Connector

Pin Number 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

20

21
22
23
24

TMDS RX2­TMDS RX2+
TMDS Ground
Floating
Floating
DDC Clock
DDC Data
Floating
TMDS RX1­TMDS RX1+
TMDS Ground
Floating
Floating
+5 V power
Self test
Hot Plug Detect
TMDS RX0­TMDS RX0+
TMDS Ground
Floating
Floating
TMDS Ground
TMDS Clock+
TMDS Clock-

About Your Monitor  17

DisplayPort connector

Pin Number 20-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable

1
2
3
4
5

6
7
8
9

10

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19

20

ML0(p)
GND
ML0(n)
ML1(p)
GND

ML1(n)
ML2(p)
GND
ML2(n)
ML3(p)
GND
ML3(n)
GND
GND
AUX(p)
GND
AUX(n)
HPD
DP_PWR_Return
+3.3 V DP_PWR

18  About Your Monitor

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface

This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available
on the monitor.

NOTE:

This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface.

Transfer Speed 4-pin Side of the Connector

High speed 480 Mbps

Full speed 12 Mbps

Low speed 1.5 Mbps

USB Upstream Connector

Pin Number Data Rate

1 DMU

2 VCC

3 DPU

4 GND

USB Downstream Connector

Pin
Number

1 VCC

Data Rate

About Your Monitor  19

2 DMD

3 DPD

4 GND

USB Ports

• 1 upstream - back

• 4 downstream - back

NOTE:
NOTE: The monitor’s USB interface works only when the monitor is On or

in the power-save mode. If you turn O the monitor and then turn it On, the
attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality.

USB 2.0 functionality requires a USB 2.0-capable computer.

Plug and Play Capability

You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system. The
monitor automatically provides the computer 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 required.

20  About Your Monitor

Flat-Panel Specifications

Model number Dell P1914S monitor

Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD

Panel Type IIn Plane Switching Type

Viewable image
dimensions:

Diagonal

Horizontal

480.0 mm (19.0 inches)

374.8 mm (14.76 inches)

Vertical

Pixel pitch 0.29 mm

Viewing angle:

Horizontal

Vertical

Luminance output 250 cd/m² (typical)

Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical)

Faceplate coating Antiglare with hard-coating 3H

Backlight LED light bar system

Response Time 8 ms typical (gray to gray)

Color Depth 16.7 mil colors

Color Gamut 83 % (typical) **

** [P1914S] color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (83 %) and CIE1931 (72 %)

test standards.

299.8 mm (11.80 inches)

178° typical

178° typical

About Your Monitor  21

Resolution Specifications

Model number Dell P1914S monitor

Scan range

• Horizontal

• Vertical

Maximum preset
resolution

30 kHz to 81 kHz (automatic)
56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic)
1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz

Electrical Specifications

Model number Dell P1914S monitor

Video input signals • Analog RGB: 0.7 Volts ± 5 %, 75 ohm input

impedance

• Digital DVI-D TMDS, 600 mV for each dierential

line, positive polarity at 50 ohm input impedance

• DP 1.2 signal input support*

Synchronization
input signals

AC input voltage /
frequency / current

Inrush current 120 V: 30 A (Max.)

Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations,
polarity-free TTL level, SOG (Composite SYNC on
green)

100 VAC to 240 VAC/50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz/1.2 A
(Max.)

240 V: 60 A (Max.)

*Supports DP1.2 (CORE) specification. Excludes High Bit Rate 2 (HBR2), Fast AUX

transaction, Multi-stream transport (MST), 3D stereo transport , HBR Audio (or
high data rate audio).

22  About Your Monitor

Preset Display Modes

The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees
image size and centering:

Horizontal

Display Mode

Frequency

(kHz)

VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.0 28.3 -/+

VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 -/-

VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/-

VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 +/+

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, 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 108.0 +/+

VESA, 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+

Vertical

Frequency

(Hz)

Pixel Clock

(MHz)

Sync Polarity

(Horizontal/

Physical Characteristics

The following table lists the monitor's physical characteristics:

Model Number Dell P1914S monitor

Connector type D-subminiature, blue connector;

DVI-D: white connector;
DP, black connector

Signal cable type D-sub: Analog, 15-pin.

DVI-D: DVI-D, Solid pins
Digital: DisplayPort, 20-pin

Dimensions: (with stand)

Vertical)

Height (extended)

Height (compressed)

Width

Depth

Dimensions:
(without stand)

Height

Width

499.7 mm (19.67 inches)

370.2 mm (14.57 inches)

411.4 mm (16.20 inches)

180.0 mm (7.09 inches)

336.4 mm (13.24 inches)

411.4 mm (16.20 inches)

About Your Monitor  23

Depth 46.5 mm (1.83 inches)

Stand dimensions:

Height (extended)

Height (compressed)

Width

Depth

Weight:

Weight with packaging

Weight with stand assembly and
cables

Weight without stand assembly
(For wall mount or VESA mount
considerations - no cables)
Weight of stand assembly 1.87 kg (4.11 lb)

399.7 mm (15.74 inches)

354.2 mm (13.94 inches)

225.0 mm (8.86 inches)

180.0 mm (7.09 inches)

6.57 kg (14.45 lb)

5.12 kg (11.26 lb)

2.76 kg (6.07 lb)

Environmental Characteristics

The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor:

Model Number Dell P1914S monitor

Temperature

• Operating

• Non-operating

Humidity

0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)

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

• Operating

• Non-operating

Altitude

• Operating

• Non-operating

Thermal dissipation

24  About Your Monitor

10 % to 80 % (non-condensing)

Storage: 5 % to 90 % (non-condensing)
Shipping: 5 % to 90 % (non-condensing)

5,000 m (16,387 ft) max

12,191 m (40,000 ft) max

126.3 BTU/hour (maximum)

54.6 BTU/hour (typical)

LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy

During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for
one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visible
result is a fixed pixel that appears as an extremely tiny dark or bright
discolored spot. When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known as a
“bright dot.” When the pixel remains black, it is known as a “dark dot.”

In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do not
detract from display quality or usability. A display with 1 to 5 fixed pixels
is considered normal and within competitive standards. For more
information, see Dell Support site at:
http://www.dell.com/support/monitors.

Maintenance Guidelines

Caring for 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.

For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while
unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor:

• 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 a darker-colored monitor may

scratch and show white scuff marks more than a 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.

About Your Monitor

 25

Setting Up the Monitor

Attaching the Monitor

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.

3

2

To attach the monitor stand:

1. Remove the cover and place the monitor on it.

2. Fit the two tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the

back of the monitor.

3. Press the stand till it snaps into place.

26  Setting Up the Monitor

Connecting Your Monitor

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the Safety Instructions.

To connect your monitor to the computer:

1. Turn o your computer and disconnect the power cable.

2. Connect either the white (digital DVI-D) or the blue (analog VGA) or

the black (DisplayPort) display connector cable to the corresponding
video port on the back of your computer. Do not use the three cables
at the same time. Use both the cables only when they are connected
to the three dierent computers with appropriate video systems.

Connecting the blue VGA Cable

Connecting the white DVI cable

Setting Up the Monitor  27

Connecting the black DisplayPort cable

Note: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance

on the computer may vary.

Connecting USB cable

After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/DP cable, follow the
procedures below to connect the USB cable to the computer and complete
your monitor setup:

1. Connect the upstream USB port (cable supplied) to an appropriate
USB port on your computer. (See bottom view for details.)

2. Connect the USB peripherals to the downstream USB ports on the
monitor.

3. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby
outlet.

4. Turn on the monitor and the computer. If your monitor displays an
image, installation is complete. If it does not display an image, see

Solving Problems.

5. Use the cable slot on the monitor stand to organize the cables.

28  Setting Up the Monitor

Organizing Your Cables

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

Attaching the Cable Cover

NOTE: The Cable Cover is detached when the monitor is shipped from the

factory.

To attach the Cable Cover:

1. Fit the two tabs on the bottom part of the Cable Cover to the groove
on the back of the monitor

2. Press the Cable Cover till it snaps into place.

Setting Up the Monitor

 29

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.

3

2

To remove the stand:

1. Place the monitor on a flat surface.

2. Press and hold the stand release button.

3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.

30  Setting Up the Monitor

Wall Mounting (Optional)

(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm).
Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible base

mounting kit.

1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat
table.

2. Remove the stand.

3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic

cover.

4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD.

5. Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came

with the base mounting kit.

NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall-mount bracket with minimum

weight/load bearing capacity of 6.86 kg

.

Setting Up the Monitor

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Operating the Monitor

Power On the Monitor

Press the button to turn on the monitor.

Using the Front-Panel Controls

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

Front-Panel Keys Description

A

Preset modes

B

Brightness /Contrast

C

Menu

D

Exit

Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of
preset color modes. See

Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access
to the "Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu.

Use the Menu key to open the on-screen display
(OSD).

Use the Exit key to exit on-screen display (OSD)
from menu and sub-menus.

Using the OSD Menu.

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Front-Panel Keys

Front-Panel Keys Description

A

Up

B

Down

Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD
menu.

Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the
OSD menu.

C

D

�

OK

�

Back

Use the OK key to confirm your selection.

Use the Back key 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.

1. Press the
menu.

Main Menu

button to open the OSD menu and display the main

2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As
you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.

3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the

4. Press the

5. Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the

and buttons to select the desired parameter.

button again.

or
buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your
changes.

6. Select the
settings or to accept and return to previous menu.

�

to return to previous menu without accepting current

�

The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their
functions.

34  Operating the Monitor

Icon Menu and

Submenus

Energy Use This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the

Brightness/
Contrast

Description

monitor in real time.
Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the

Brightness/Contrast.

Brightness

Contrast Allows you to adjust the contrast or the degree of

Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the
backlight.

Press the key to increase brightness and press the
key to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100).

dierence between darkness and lightness on the monitor
screen. Adjust brightness first, and adjust contrast only if
you need further adjustment.

Press the key to increase contrast and press the key
to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).

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Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu.

The following dialog appears on a black screen as the
monitor self-adjusts to the current input:

Auto Adjustment 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) and Phase (Fine) controls under Display Settings.

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

This option is only available when you are using the analog
(VGA) connector.

36  Operating the Monitor

Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between dierent

video signals that may be connected to your monitor.

Auto Select
VGA

DVI-D

DisplayPort

Color

Settings

Input Color

Format

Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals.

Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA)

connector. Push to select the VGA input source.

Select DVI-D input when you are using the Digital (DVI)

connector. Push to select the DVI input source.

Select DisplayPort input when you are using the

DisplayPort (DP) connector. Push to select the

DisplayPort input source.

Use the Color Settings menu to adjust the monitor's color

settings.

Allows you to set the video input mode to:

• RGB: Select this option if your monitor is

connected to a computer or DVD player using the
HDMI to DVI adapter.

• YPbPr: Select this option if your monitor is

connected to a DVD player by YPbPr to DVI cable;
or if the DVD color output setting is not RGB.

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Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes.

• Standard: Loads the monitor's default color

settings. This is the default preset mode.

• Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for

multimedia applications.

• Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies.

• Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming

applications.

• Text: Loads color settings ideal for office

environment.

• 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

keys to adjust

Hue

color settings. Press the
the Red, Green, and Blue values and create your

own preset color mode.
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 toadjust the hue from ‘0’ to ‘100’.

Press to increase the monochrome appearance of the
video image.

Press to increase the colorful appearance of the video
image.

NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only when you

select Movie or Game preset mode.

and

38  Operating the Monitor

Saturation

Image

Enhance

Reset Color

Settings

Display
Settings

This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video
image. Use or to adjust the saturation from ‘0’ to ‘100’.

Press to increase the monochrome appearance of the
video image.Press to increase the colorful appearance of
the video image.

NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only when you

select Movie or Game preset mode.
Makes upsized images higher quality by removing image

fading and roughnessof edge.

NOTE: Image Enhance is avaliable only when you select

Standard, Multimedia, Movie, or Game preset mode.

Resets your monitor's color settings to the factory defaults.

Use the Displays Settings menu to adjust the monitor's
display settings.

Horizontal

Position

Vertical

Position

Sharpness

Pixel Clock

Phase

Use or the buttons to adjust image left and right.
Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).

Use the or buttons to adjust image up and down.
Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).

This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use

or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to '100'.

The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust
your monitor to your preference. Use or buttons to
adjust for best image quality.

If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase
adjustment, use the Pixel Clock (coarse) adjustment and
then use Phase (fine), again.

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Dynamic

Contrast

Reset Display

Settings

Energy
Settings

Dynamic Contrast adjusts the contrast ratio to 2M to 1.
Press the button to select the Dynamic Contrast “On” or

“O” .

NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provides higher contrast if

you select Game or Movie preset mode.
Select this option to restore default display settings.

Energy Smart

USB

Power Button

LED
Reset Energy

Settings

To turn On or O dynamic dimming.
The dynamic dimming feature automatically reduces

the screen’s brightness level when the displayed image
contains a high proportion of bright areas.

By turning on or o to control USB power supply while
monitor without USB upstream cable and under standby
mode.

Allows you to set the power LED indicator on or o to save
energy.

Select this option to restore default Energy Settings.

40  Operating the Monitor

Menu
Settings

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

Rotation

Transparency

Timer

Lock

Reset Menu

Settings

Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight
languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese,
Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese.

Rotates the OSD by 90 degrees counter-clockwise. You
can adjust the menu according to your Display Rotation.

Allows you to adjust the OSD background from opaque to
transparent.

Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains
active after you press a key on the monitor.

Use the and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second
increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.

Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is
selected, no user adjustments are allowed. All keys are
locked except

�

key.

NOTE: When the OSD is locked, pressing the menu key
takes you directly to the OSD settings menu, with 'OSD
Lock' pre-selected on entry. Press and hold

�

key for 15
seconds to unlock and allow user access to all applicable
settings.

Select this option to restore default menu settings.

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Other
Settings

DDC/CI

DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows
a software on your computer to adjust the monitor display
settings like the brightness, color balance etc.

Enable (Default): Optimizes the performance of your
monitor and provides a better customer experience.

Disable: Disables the DDC/CI option and the following
message appears on the screen.

42  Operating the Monitor

LCD

Conditioning

This feature will help reduce minor cases of image
retention.

If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor, select LCD
Conditioning to help eliminate any image retention. Using
the LCD Conditioning feature may take some time. LCD
Conditioning feature cannot remove severe cases of image
retention or burn-in.

NOTE: Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience

a problem with image retention.
The below warning message appears once user selects

“Enable" LCD Conditioning.

Reset Other

Settings
Factory Reset

Personalize

Select this option to restore default other settings, such as
DDC/CI.

Resets all OSD settings to the factory preset values.

Users can choose a feature from "Preset Modes",
"Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input
Source", or "Rotation" and set it as a shortcut

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OSD Messages

When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will
see the following message:

This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that
it is receiving from the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the
horizontal and vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor.

When the Energy Smart or Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these
preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is
disabled.

44  Operating the Monitor

You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is
disabled.

When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message
appears:

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

If you press any button other than the power button, the following
messages will appear depending on the selected input:

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If VGA or DVI or DP cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown
below appears. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 5 minutes
if left at this state.

See Solving Problems for more information.

46  Operating the Monitor

Setting the Maximum Resolution

To set the Maximum resolution for the monitor:
In Windows Vista

1. For Windows
desktop.

2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.

3. Click the dropdown list of the screen resolution and select 1280 x

1024.

4. Click OK.

If you do not see 1280 x 1024 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 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.

®

,Windows® 7 ,Windows® 8:

®

8 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic

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Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension

Tilt, Swivel

With the stand assembly, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most
comfortable viewing angle.

48  Operating the Monitor

NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the

factory.

Vertical Extension

NOTE: The stand extends vertically up to 130 mm. The figure below
illustrates how to extend the stand vertically.

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Rotating the Monitor

Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically
extended (Vertical Extension) and fully tilted (Tilt) up to avoid hitting the
bottom edge of the monitor.

50  Operating the Monitor

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.

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 thewhether
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.

If you have an nVidia graphics card, click the nVidia tab, in the
left-hand column select NVRotate, and then select the preferred
rotation.

If you have an Intel
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.

®

graphics card, select the Intel graphics tab,

Operating the Monitor  51

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 o both your computer and the monitor.

Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. To ensure proper
Self-Test operation, remove all video cables from the back of computer.

2. Turn on the monitor.
The floating dialog box should appear on-screen (against a black

background) if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is
working correctly. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains
white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the
dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen.

3. This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video

cable becomes disconnected or damaged. The monitor will enter

Power Save Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state.

4. Turn o your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on

both your computer and the monitor.

If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous
procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your
monitor is functioning properly.

NOTE:

Component video modes.

52  Troubleshooting

Self-test feature check is not available for S-Video, Composite, and

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. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of
the screen).

2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or
monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode.

3. Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel
simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears.

4. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.

5. Press the Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen

changes to red.

6. Inspect the display for any abnormalities.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black,

white and text screens.

The test is complete when the white screen appears. To exit, press the
Button 4 again.

If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in
diagnostic tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card
and computer.

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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 What You

Experience

No Video/Power LED
o

No Video/Power LED
on

Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy, blurry,

Shaky/Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine

Missing Pixels LCD screen has spots • Cycle power on-o.

No picture • Ensure that the video cable

No picture or no
brightness

or ghosting

movement

Possible Solutions

connecting the 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.

• Increase brightness & contrast

controls via OSD.

• Perform monitor self-test

feature check.

• Check for bent or broken pins

in the video cable connector.

• Ensure that the correct input

source is selected via the Input
Source Select menu.

• Run the built-in diagnostics.

• Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

• Adjust the Phase and Pixel

Clock controls via OSD.

• Eliminate video extension

cables.

• Reset the monitor to Factory

Settings.

• Change the video resolution to

the correct aspect ratio .

• Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

• Adjust the Phase and Pixel

Clock controls via OSD.

• Reset the monitor to Factory

Settings.

• Check environmental factors.

• Relocate the monitor and test

in another room.

• Pixel that is permanently o 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:

www.dell.com/support/
monitors.

54  Troubleshooting

Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has bright

spots

Brightness Problems Picture too dim or too

bright

Geometric Distortion Screen not centered

correctly

Horizontal/Vertical Screen has one or • Reset the monitor to Factory
Lines more lines

Synchronization Screen is scrambled or • Reset the monitor to Factory
Problems appears torn

• Cycle power on-o.

• Pixel that is permanently o 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:

www.dell.com/support/
monitors.

• Reset the monitor to Factory

Settings.

• Auto Adjust via OSD.

• Adjust brightness & contrast

controls via OSD.

• Reset the monitor to Factory

Settings.

• Auto Adjust via OSD.

• Adjust brightness & contrast

controls via OSD.
NOTE: When using ‘DVI-D’, the
positioning adjustments are not
available.

Settings.

• Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

• Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock

controls via OSD.

• 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.
NOTE: When using ‘DVI-D’,
the Pixel Clock and Phase
adjustments are not available.

Settings.

• Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

• Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock

controls via OSD.

• 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.

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Safety-Related Issues Visible signs of smoke

or sparks

Intermittent Problems Monitor malfunctions

on & o

Missing Color Picture missing color • Perform monitor self-test

Wrong Color Picture color not good • Change the Color Setting Mode

Image retention from Faint shadow from the • Use the Power Management
a static image left on
the monitor for a long
period of time Management Modes.

static image displayed
appears on the screen

• 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.

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.

in the Color Settings OSD to
Graphics or Video depending
on the application.

• Try dierent Color Preset

Settings in Color Settings OSD.
Adjust R/G/B value in Color
Settings OSD if the Color
Management is turned o.

• Change the Input Color Format

to PC RGB or YPbPr in the
Advance Setting OSD.

feature to turn o the monitor
at all times when not in use (for
more information, see Power

• Alternatively, use a dynamically

changing screensaver.

Product-Specific Problems

Specific Symptoms What You

Experience

Screen image is too
small

Cannot adjust the
monitor with the
buttons on the front
panel

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Image is centered on
screen, but does not
fill entire viewing area

OSD does not appear
on the screen

Possible Solutions

• Reset the monitor to Factory

Settings.

• Turn o the monitor, unplug

the power cord, plug back, and
then turn on the monitor.

No Input Signal when
user controls are
pressed

The picture does not
fill the entire screen

No picture, the LED
light is white. When
you press “up”, “down”
or “Menu” key, the
message “ No input
signal” will appear.

The picture cannot fill
the height or width of
the screen

• Check the signal source. Ensure

the computer is not in the
power saving mode by moving
the 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 dierent video formats

(aspect ratio) of DVDs, the
monitor may display in full
screen.

• Run the built-in diagnostics.

NOTE: When choosing DVI-D mode, the Auto Adjust function is not
available.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems

Common Symptoms What You

Possible Solutions

Experience

USB interface is not USB peripherals are • Check that your monitor is
working not working

High Speed USB 2.0 High Speed USB 2.0 • Check that your computer is
interface is slow. peripherals working

slowly or not working
at all Ensure that the correct USB

turned ON.

• Reconnect the upstream cable

to your computer.

• Reconnect the USB peripherals

(downstream connector)

• Switch o 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.

USB 2.0-capable.

• Some computers have both

USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.

port is used.

• Reconnect the upstream cable

to your computer.

• Reconnect the USB peripherals

(downstream connector).

• Reboot the computer

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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 Product Information Guide.

FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information

For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory
compliance website located at www.dell.com\regulatory_compliance.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference
(2) this device must accept any interference received including

interference that may cause undesired operation

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.
To get online monitor support content:

1. Visit www.dell.com/support/monitors
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:

1. Visit www.dell.com/support.

2. Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region

drop-down menu at the top left of the page.

3. Click Contact Us on the top left side of the page.

4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.

5. Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.

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 Appendix

Setting Up Your Monitor

Setting the display resolution to 1280 x 1024 (Maximum)

For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows
operating systems, set the display resolution to 1280 x 1024 pixels by
performing the following steps:

In Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8:

1. For Windows® 8 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 1280 x

1024.

4. Click OK.

If you do not see 1280 x 1024 as an option, you may need to update your
graphics driver. Please choose the scenario below that best describes the
computer system you are using, and follow the provided

1:If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet

access

2:If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card

Setting Up Your Monitor

 59

If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with
Internet access

1. Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and

download the latest driver for your graphics

2. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the
resolution to 1280 x 1024 again.

NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280 x 1024, please
contact Dell to inquire about a graphics adapter that supports these
resolutions.

If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or
graphics card

In Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8:

1. For Windows® 8 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic
desktop.

2. Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization.

3. Click Change Display Settings.

4. Click Advanced Settings.

5. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the

top of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).

6. Please refer to the graphics card provider website for updated driver
(for example, http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).

7. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the
resolution to 1280 x 1024 again.

NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280 x 1024 , please
contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a
graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1280 x 1024.

60  Setting Up Your Monitor

Procedures for setting up dual monitors in Windows Vista® ,

®

Windows

For Windows Vista®

Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video
cable (VGA, DVI, DP, etc.) and follow any of the below setup method.

Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P”

1. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard.

2. While holding down the Windows logo key, press P to toggle between

the display selections.

Method 2: Using the “Personalize” menu

1. Right-click on the desktop and click Personalize.

7 or Windows® 8

Setting Up Your Monitor  61

2. Click Display Settings.

3. Click Identify Monitors.

• You may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the

system does not detect the added monitor.

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For Windows® 7

Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video
cable (VGA, DVI, DP, etc.) and follow any of the below setup method.

Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P”

1. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard.

2. While holding down the Windows logo key, press P to toggle between

the display selections.

Method 2: Using the “Screen Resolution” menu

1. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen resolution.

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2. Click Multiple displays to choose a display selection. If you do not see

the additional monitor listed, click Detect.

• You may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the

system does not detect the added monitor.

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For Windows® 8

Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video
cable (VGA, DVI, DP, HDMI etc.) and follow any of the below setup
methods.

Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P”

1. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard.

2. While holding down the Windows logo key, press P to toggle between

the display selections.

Method 2: Using the “Screen Resolution” menu

1. From the Start screen, select Desktop tile to switch to the Classic

Windows desktop.

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2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen resolution.

3. Click Multiple displays to choose a display selection. If you do not see
the additional monitor listed, click Detect.

• You may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the

system does not detect the added monitor.

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Setting Display Styles For Multiple Monitor

After the external monitor(s) have been set up, users can select the
desired display style from Multiple displays menu: Duplicate, Extend,
Show Desktop On.

• Duplicate these displays: Duplicate the same screen on two monitors

with the same resolution, chosen based on the monitor with a lower
resolution.

For Windows Vista®

[DUPLICATE NOT AVAILABLE]

For Windows® 7

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• Extend these displays: This option is recommended when an external

monitor is connected to a laptop, and each monitor can display
different screen independently to improve user convenience. The
relative position of the screens can be set up here, for example monitor
1 may be set up to be to the left of monitor 2 or vice versa. This
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laptop. The horizontal line displayed on both monitors can be based on
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a user need do is drag the monitor of the main screen to the extended
monitor.

For Windows Vista®

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For Windows® 7

For Windows® 8

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• Show desktop only on: Display the status of a particular monitor.

This option is typically chosen when the laptop is used as a PC so the
user can enjoy a large external monitor. Most current laptops support
mainstream resolutions. As shown in the figure above, the resolution
of the laptop monitor is only 1280 x 800, but after connecting a 27”
external LCD monitor, users can immediately improve their visual
enjoyment to 1920 x 1080 Full HD quality.

For Windows Vista®

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For Windows® 7

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