Dell S2415H User Manual
Dell S2415H
User’s Guide
Model: S2415H
Regulatory model: S2415Hb
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
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use of your computer.
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data if instructions are not followed.
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personal injury, or death.
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2014 - 06 Rev. A01
Contents
1 About Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Monitor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Plug and Play Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
2 Setting Up the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Attaching the Stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Organizing Your Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Attaching the Cable Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Removing the Monitor Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Removing the Cable Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Wall Mounting (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
3 Operating the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Power On the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using the Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu . . . . . . . . . . 29
Setting the Maximum Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Using Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Built-in Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Product Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) Specific
Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Speakers Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
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5 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory
Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Setting Up Your Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
4 | Contents
About Your Monitor
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Make sure that you have
received all the components and
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some
features or media may not be available in certain countries.
Contact Dell
if something is missing.
Monitor
Stand Riser
Stand Base
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Cable Cover
Power Cable (Varies by
Country)
Power Adapter
HDMI Cable
6 | About Your Monitor
• Drivers and
Documentation Media
• Quick Setup Guide
• Safety and Regulatory
Information
Product Features
The Dell S2415H flat panel monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT),
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and Light Emitting Diode (LED) backlight. The monitor
features include:
• 60.47 cm (23.8-inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally).
1920 x 1080 resolution with 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.
• Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio (8,000,000:1).
• Tilt capability.
• Ultra-thin bezel minimizes the bezel gap in multi-monitor usage, enabling easier
set up with an elegant viewing experience.
• Extensive digital connectivity with HDMI (MHL) helps future-proof your monitor.
• Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm
mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
• Plug and play capable.
• Color gamut of 72% (CIE1931).
• On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for easy setup and screen optimization.
• Software and documentation media includes an Information File (INF), Image Color
Matching File (ICM), and product documentation.
• Dell Display Manager Software (Available on the disc shipped with the monitor).
• Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance.
• Security-lock slot.
• Stand lock.
• Capability to switch from wide aspect to standard aspect ratio while maintaining
image quality.
• EPEAT Gold Rating.
• BFR/PVC-reduced.
• TCO-Certified Displays.
• Arsenic-Free glass and Mercury-Free for the panel only.
• 0.5 W standby power when in the sleep mode.
• Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time.
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Identifying Parts and Controls
Front View
Label Description
1 Function buttons (For more information, see
Operating the Monitor
2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)
)
Front Panel Controls
8 | About Your Monitor
Back View
Back View with Monitor Stand
Label Description Use
1 VESA mounting holes
(100 mm x 100 mm - behind
attached VESA cover)
2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals.
3 Stand release button Releases stand from monitor.
4 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security lock (security
5 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell
6 Cable management slot Uses to organize cables by placing them
Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible
wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm).
lock not included).
for technical support.
through the slot.
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Side View
Label Description Use
1 Headphone port Connect a headphone.
Bottom View
Bottom View without Monitor Stand
Label Description Use
1 Power adapter port Connect the power adapter.
2 HDMI (MHL) port Connect your computer with HDMI cable or MHL
devices with MHL cable (optional).
3 VGA port Connect your computer with VGA cable (optional).
4 Audio Line-In port Connect to your computer audio output (optional).
5 Stand lock Lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm
screw (screw not included).
10 | About Your Monitor
Monitor Specifications
Flat Panel Specifications
Model S2415H
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel type In Plane Switching (IPS)
Viewable image
Diagonal
Horizontal, Active Area
Vertical, Active Area
Area
Pixel pitch 0.2745 mm x 0.2745 mm
Viewing angle 178° (vertical) typical
Luminance output 250 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical)
Faceplate coating Glare with Hard coating (3H)
Backlight LED edgelight system
Response time 6 ms (typical) with Overdrive
Color depth 16.77 million colors
Color gamut CIE 1931* (72%)
604.70 mm (23.8 inches)
527.04 mm (20.75 inches)
296.46 mm (11.67 inches)
156246.28 mm2 (242.18 inch2)
178° (horizontal) typical
8,000,000 to 1 (Mega Dynamic Contrast On)
* Color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (85%) and CIE1931 (72%) test standards.
Resolution Specifications
Model S2415H
Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 75 Hz (automatic)
Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz
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Supported Video Modes
Model S2415H
Video display capabilities
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
(VGA & HDMI playback)
Preset Display Modes
Display Mode Horizontal
Frequency (kHz)
Vertical
Frequency (Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 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 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 +/+
VESA, 1152 x 864 67.5 75.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1600 x 900 75.0 60.0 162.0 +/+
VESA, 1920 x 1080 67.5 60.0 148.5 +/+
12 | About Your Monitor
MHL Source Display Modes
Display Mode Frequency (Hz)
640 x 480p 60
720 x 480p 60
720 x 576p 50
1280 x 720p 60
1280 x 720p 50
1920 x 1080i 60
1920 x 1080i 50
1920 x 1080p 30
1920 x 1080p 60
1920 x 1080p 50
720 (1440) x 480i 60
720 (1440) x 576i 50
Electrical Specifications
Model S2415H
Video input signals • Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/- 5%, positive polarity at 75
ohm input impedance
• HDMI 1.4 (MHL 2.1), 600mV for each differential line,
100 ohm input impedance per differential pair
Synchronization input
signals
AC/DC
adapter*
Input voltage/
frequency/
current
Output
voltage/
current
Inrush current 115 V/230V: 150 A (Max.)**
Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations,
polarity-free TTL level, SOG (Composite SYNC on
green)
100 -240 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz + 3 Hz/1.7 A (maximum)
Output: 19.5 VDC / 3.34 A
*Qualified Compatible AC/DC adapters.
**The AC source must be using chroma 6530 3KV source or other same level AC source.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the monitor, use only the adapter designed for
this particular Dell monitor.
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Brand Manufacturer Model Polarity
Dell Delta DA65NM111-00
Dell Chicony HA65NS5-00
Speaker Specifications
Model S2415H
Speaker rated power 2 x 3 W
Frequency Response 200 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance 4 ohm
Physical Characteristics
Model S2415H
Connector type
Signal cable type • Digital: detachable, HDMI, 19 pins
Dimensions (with stand)
Height 404.6 mm (15.93 inches)
Width 539.1 mm (21.23 inches)
Depth 180.0 mm (7.09 inches)
Dimensions (without stand)
Height 321.1 mm (12.64 inches)
Width 539.1 mm (21.23 inches)
Depth 45.9 mm (1.81 inches)
Stand dimensions
Height 318.9 mm (12.56 inches)
Width 190.0 mm (7.48 inches)
Depth 180.0 mm (7.09 inches)
Weight
Weight with packaging 6.83 kg (15.06 lb)
Weight with stand assembly and cables 4.72 kg (10.41 lb)
15-pin D-subminiature (Blue connector);
HDMI (MHL); Audio-In; Headphone-Out
• Digital: detachable, MHL, 19 pins
14 | About Your Monitor
Weight without stand assembly (For wall
mount or VESA mount considerations no cables)
Weight of stand assembly 1.01 kg (2.23 lb)
Front frame gloss 14%~20%
3.24 kg (7.14 lb)
Environmental Characteristics
Model S2415H
Temp er at ur e
Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Non-operating • Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
• Shipping: -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)
• Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
Operating 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum)
Non-operating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum)
Thermal dissipation • 122.83 BTU/hour (maximum)
• 61.42 BTU/hour (typical)
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