Dell P2310HF User's Manual
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1. DDC Cl DDC CI Display Data Channel Command Interface allows your monitor parameters brightness color balance etc to be adjustable via software on your computer You can disable this feature by selecting Disable Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor Menu Dell P2X10H Brightness Contrast Language Auto Adjust Menu Transparency E Input source Menu Timer ee Color Settings Menu Lock C Display Settings Menu Rotation LCD Conditioning Factory Reset Helps reduce minor cases of image retention Depending on the degree of image retention the program may take some time to run Conditioning You can enable this feature by selecting Enable Menu Dell P2X10H O Brightness Contrast Language Auto Adjust Menu Transparency E Input source Menu Timer ee Color Settings Menu Lock ER Display Settings Menu Rotation Personalize DDC CI LCD Conditioning Factory Reset Factory Res Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values et Personalize User can select from Preset Modes Brightness Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Energy Modes and set as shortcut key Menu Dell P2X10H Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2 Input source ee Color Settings C Display Settings Other Settings K NOTE This monitor has a built in feature to automatically calibrate the brightness to compensate for CCFL aging OSD Warning Messages When Dynamic Contras2. Vin m Ha 1 EA NOTE The Graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only Appearance of the computer may vary Connecting the USB cable After you have completed connecting the DVI VGA DP cable follow the procedure 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 2 Connect USB peripherals to the downstream USB ports side or bottom on the monitor See side or bottom view for details 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 Organizing Your Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer see Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment use the cable management slot to organize all cables as shown above Attaching the Soundbar Optional A CAUTION Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar K NOTE The soundbar power connector 12 V DC output is for the optional Dell Soundbar only To attach the soundbar 1 Working from the back of the monitor attach the Soundbar by aligning the two slots with the two tabs along the bottom of the monitor 2 Slide the Soundbar to the left until it
3. 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 computer and the monitor 2 Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer To ensure proper Self Test operation remove all Digital white connector and the Analog blue connector cables from the back of computer 3 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 green Also depending upon the selected input one of the dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen Dell P2X10H Dell P2X10H No DVI D Cable No Displayport Cz or ein cu 4 This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged 5 Turn off 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 K NOTE Self test feature check is not available for S Video Composite and Component video modes Built in Diagnostics Your monitor has
4. 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 graphics card select the Intel graphics tab click Graphic Properties select the Rotation tab and then set the preferred rotation K NOTE If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working correctly go to support dell com and download the latest driver for your graphics card Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 x1080 maximum For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems set the display resolution to 1920x1080 pixels by performing the following steps 1 Right click on the desktop and click Properties 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Move the slider bar to the right by pressing and holding left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1920 x1080 4 Click OK If you do not see 1920 x1080 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 directions 1 If
5. Dell P2X10H Brightness Contrast input source ee Color Settings C Display Settings Other Settings Personalize E NOTE AUTO ADJUST is only available when you use the analog VGA connector A Press the A and buttons to move between the setting options As you move from one icon to another the option name is highlighted See the following table for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor N 3 Press the button once to activate the highlighted option 4 Press and button to select the desired parameter 5 Press to enter the slide bar and then use the and buttons according to the indicators on the menu to make your changes 6 Select the El option to return to the main menu or exit the OSD menu Icon Menu and Description Submenus Contrast Brightness Use this menu to activate Brightness Contrast adjustment Brightness Contrast 75 Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight Press the button to increase brightness and press the button to decrease brightness min 0 max 100 Contrast Adjust Brightness first and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary Press the button to increase contrast and press the ba button to decrease contrast min 0 max 100 The Contrast function adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen Dynamic Dynamic Contrast adju
6. Mounting Optional Attaching the Stand K NOTE The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory 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 its place Connecting Your Monitor A WARNING Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the Safety Instructions To connect your monitor to the computer 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable Connect the blue VGA cable from your monitor to your computer NOTE If your computer supports a white DVI connector unscrew and detach the blue VGA cable from the monitor and then connect the White DVI cable to the monitor and the white DVI connector on your computer NOTE Do not connect the blue VGA the White DVI and the black DisplayPort cables to the computer at the same time All monitors are shipped with the VGA blue cable attached by default 2 Connect 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 three cables on the same computer Use all the cables only when they are connected to three different computers with appropriate video systems Connecting the white DVI cable Connecting the black DisplayPort cable MN
7. button on your display to switch to another source If either VGA or DVI D or DP input is selected and both VGA and DVI D cables are not connected a floating dialog box as shown below appears Dell P2X10H gt Dell P2X10H No DVI D Cable No Displayport Cable ec See Solving Problems for more information Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the Maximum resolution for the monitor Right click on the desktop and select Properties Select the Settings tab Set the screen resolution to 1920 x 1080 Click OK oe 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 o Go to support dell com enter your service tag and download the latest driver for your graphics card If you are using a non Dell computer portable or desktop o Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers o Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers Using the Dell Soundbar Optional The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell Flat Panel Displays The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on off control to adjust the overall system level a blue LED for power indication and two audio headset jacks i y A Power Volume control Attach mechanism Power indicator A U N Pp Hea
8. portable HDD require higher electric current connect the device directly to the computer system Check that your computer is USB 2 0 capable Some computers have both 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 Dell Soundbar Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No Sound No power to Soundbar the Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position check if power indicator is off the power indicator Blue LED on the front of the Soundbar is illuminated Confirm that the power cable from the Soundbar is plugged into the adapter Soundbar has power power Plug the audio line in cable into the computer s audio out jack indicator is on Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum Play some audio content on the computer i e audio CD or MP3 Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to a higher volume setting Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player Distorted Sound Computer s sound card is used Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user as the audio source Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card Set all Windows volume controls to their midpoints Decrease the volume of the audio a
9. Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Note Caution and Warning K NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer ld CAUTI ON A CAUTI ON indicates potential damage to hardware or loess of data if instructions are not followed WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice O 2009 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U S Environmental Protection Agency As an ENERGY STAR partner Dell Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model P2210Hc P2310Hc June 2009 Rev AOO Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor
10. Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability Universal Serial Bus USB Interface LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines 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 E Power Cable VGA Cable attached to the monitor DVI Cable USB up stream cable enables the USB ports on the monitor Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Safety Information Product Features The P2210H P2310H flat panel display has an active matrix thin film transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD The monitor features include m P2210H 21 5 inch 548 86 mm viewable area display Measured diagonally m P2310H 23 inch 584 2 mm viewable area display Measured diagonally 1920 x1080 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 a Tilt swivel vertical extension and rotate adjustment capability m Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 100 mm moun
11. SD the amount of time the menu remains on Settings screen and so on dit Menu Dell P2X10H O Brightness Contrast Language English Auto Adjust Menu Transparency gt 20 E Input source Menu Timer gt 20s e Color Settings Menu Lock Unlock C Display Settings Menu Rotation gt Landscape Power Save Audio On Ak Personalize DDC CI gt Enable LCD Conditioning gt Disable Factory Reset Language Language option to set the OSD display to one of eight languages English Espanol Francais Deutsch Brazilian Portuguese Russian Simplified chinese or Japanese Menu Trans parency Select this option to change the menu transparency by pressing 1st or 2nd buttons Minimum O Maximum 100 Menu Timer OSD Hold Time Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after the last time you pressed a button Ww Use the or v to adjust the slider in 5 second increments from 5 to 60 seconds Menu Lock Controls user access to adjustments When Lock is selected no user adjustments are allowed All buttons are locked NOTE When the OSD is locked pressing the menu button takes the user directly to the OSD settings menu with OSD Lock selected Select Unlock to unlock and allow user access to all applicable settings Menu Rotates the OSD by 90 degrees counter clockwise Your can adjust the menu according to your Display Rotation Rotation Power Save To turn on or off Audio Power during Power Save mode Audio
12. 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 K NOTE You can run the built in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in self test mode or Q N To run the built in diagnostics Ensure that the screen is clean no dust particles on the surface of the screen Unplug the video cable s from the back of the computer or monitor The monitor then goes into the self test mode Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2 seconds A gray screen appears Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities Press the Button 4 on the front panel again The color of the screen changes to red Inspect the display for any abnormalities Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green blue and white colored screens Seve aa 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 Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No Video Power LED off No picture Ensure that the video cable connecting the monito
13. arance of the video image W Press v to increase the colorful appearance of the video image NOTE Saturation adjustment is available only for video input Reset Color Reset your monitor color settings to the factory settings Settings Display Use the Display Settings to adjust image Settings Menu Dell P2X10H O Brightness Contrast Wide Mode Auto Adjust Horizontal Position E input source Vertical Position ee Color Settings Sharpness Pixel Clock Other Settings Phase Ak Personalize Reset Display Settings Wide Mode Adjust the image ratio as 4 3 or full screen Horizontal P osition Use the or to adjust image left or right Minimum is 0 Maximum is 100 Vertical Pos ition Use the or to adjust image up or 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 Pixel Clock The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your monitor to your preference Use the or 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 NOTE Pixel Clock and Phase Adjustments are only available for VGA input Reset Select this option to restore default display settings Display Settings Other Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD such as the languages of the O
14. dphone jacks Using the Tilt Swivel and Vertical Extension Tilt Swivel With the built in pedestal you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle 4 21 K NOTE The stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory Vertical Extension K NOTE The stand extends vertically up to 100 mm The figures below illustrate 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 Tilt up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor 90 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 support dell com and see the Download section for Video Drivers for latest driver updates NOTE When in Portrait View Mode you may experience performance degradation in graphic intensive applications 3D Gaming 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 K NOTE If you are using the monitor with a non Dell computer you need to go to the graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer website for information on rotating the contents on your display
15. erature The screen appears warmer with a red yellow tint Cool Decreases the color temperature The screen appears cooler with a blue tint W Custom R G B Allows you to manually adjust the color settings Press the and v buttons to adjust the three colors R G B values and create your own preset color mode Menu Dell P2X10H amp Brightness Contrast Input Color Format Auto Adjust Mode Selection E Input source Reset Color Settings C Display Settings Other Settings Custom RGB Personalize When you select Video you can choose Movie Game Sports or Nature preset Movie Loads color settings ideal for movies This is the default preset mode Sports Loads color settings ideal for sports Game Loads color settings ideal for game Nature Loads color settings ideal for nature Dell P2X10H O Brightness Contrast Input Color Format Auto Adjust Mode Selection Hue __ Display Settings Other Settings Personalize This feature can shift color of video image to green or purple This is used to correct the flesh tone color Use to adjust the hue from 0 to 100 Press to increase the green shade of the video image Press to increase the purple shade of the video image NOTE Hue adjustment is available only for video input This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image Use to adjust the saturation from 0 to 100 A Press A to increase the monochrome appe
16. hone based support and service options Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your area To contact Dell for sales technical support or customer service issues Visit support dell com Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country Region drop down menu at the bottom of the page Click Contact Us on the left side of the page Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with internet access 1 Go to http support dell com enter your service tag and download the latest driver for your graphics card 2 After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x1080 again K NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1920 x1080 please contact Dell to inquire about a Graphics Adapter that supports these resolutions Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor If you have a non Dell desktop portable computer or graphics card 1 Right click on the desktop and click Properties 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Select Advanced 4 Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description a
17. isplayPort input source e yl Settin Use the Color Settings to adjust the color setting mode and color temperature There are different color setting sub menus for VGA DVI D and Video input Menu Dell P2X10H Brightness Contrast RGB Auto Adjust Mode Selection k Graphics E Input source Preset Modes gt Standard Reset Color Settings C Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Input Color Choose the RGB option if monitor is connected to a computer or a DVD using a VGA or DVI cable Choose the YPbPr option if monitor is Format connected to a DVD by a YPbPr to VGA or YPbPr to DVI cable or if the DVD color output setting is not RGB Menu Dell P2X10H Brightness Contrast r Auto Adjust Mode Selection E Input source Preset Modes Reset Color Settings __ Display Settings lt Other Settings de Personalize Mode You can choose Graphics or Video according to the input signal Selection Graphics Select this mode if your monitor is connected to your computer Video Select this mode if you monitor is connected to a DVD player Preset Mode When you select Graphics you can choose Standard Multimedia Game Warm Cool or Custom R G B Standard Loads the monitor s default color settings This is the default preset mode Multimedia Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications Game Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications Warm Increase the color temp
18. out abel Description Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals Barcode serial number label Use to contact Dell for technical support Side View Left view Right view Label Description le USB downstream ports 2 Connect your USB devices Label Card Slot For details see Label Card View Bottom View Bottom view with monitor stand Bottom view en U FF Connect the USB cable that shipped with your monitor to the monitor and USB upstream port 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 You can only use this connector after you have USB downstream ports 2 connected the USB cable to the computer and USB upstream connector on the monitor Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Dell P2210H Flat Panel Dell P2310H Flat Panel Model number Screen type Active matrix TFT LCD Active matrix TFT LCD Screen 21 5 inches 21 5 inch viewable 23 inches 23 inch viewable dimensions image size image size Preset display 476 64 H X268 11 V 509 18 H X286 41 V Horizontal 476 64 mm 18 8 inch 509 18 mm 20 inches Vertical 268 11 mm 10 6 inch 286 41 mm 11 27 inches Pixel pitch 0 248 mm 0 265 mm ee 160 vertical typical 160 vertical typical VIE WIN O angle 170 horizontal typical 170 horizontal typical Luminance 5 5 E output 250 CD m typical 250 CD m2 typical 1000 to 1
19. pplication Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar counter clockwise to a lower volume setting Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Troubleshoot the computer s sound card Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player MP3 player Distorted Sound Other audio source is used Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the audio source Decrease the volume of the audio source Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar counter clockwise to a lower volume setting Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Unbalanced Sound Output Sound from only one side of Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Soundbar Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card or audio source Set all Windows audio balance controls L R to their midpoints Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Troubleshoot the computer s sound card Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player Low Volume i Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the maximum volume setting Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum Increase the volume of the audio application Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player MP3 player Back to Contents Page
20. ps 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 Change the Color Setting Mode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or Video depending on the application Try different Color Preset Settings in Color Settings OSD Adjust R G B value in Color Settings OSD if the Color Management is turned off Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Advance Setting 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 What You Experience Image is centered on screen but does not fill entire viewing area Specific Symptoms Screen image is too small Possible Solutions Check the Scaling Ratio setting in Image Setting OSD Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Cannot adjust the monitor with OSD does not appear on the Turn off the monitor unplug the power cord plug back and then turn on the monitor the buttons on the f
21. r 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 No Video Power LED on No picture or no brightness Increase brightness amp 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 Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy blurry or Perform Auto Adjust via OSD ghosting 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 16 9 Shaky Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine movement 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 Missing Pixels LCD screen has spots Cycle power on off Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology Run the built in diagnostics Stuck on Pixels LCD screen has bright spots Cycle power on off Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology Run the built in diagnostics Brightness Problems Picture too dim or too bright Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust brightness amp contrast controls via OSD Geome
22. ront panel screen No Input Signal when user controls are pressed No picture the LED light is green When you press or Menu key the message No S Video input signal or No Composite input signal or No Component input signal appears The picture does not fill the entire screen 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 to make sure Video Source to S Video Composite or Component is powered and playing video media 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 E NOTE When choosing DVI D mode the Auto Adjust function is not available Universal Serial Bus USB Specific Problems pecific Sym USB interface is not working USB peripherals are not working High Speed USB 2 0 interface isJHigh Speed USB 2 0 peripherals working slowly or not working at all What You Experience 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
23. snaps into place 3 Connect the Soundbar with the DC power connector 4 Insert the mini stereo plug from the back of the Soundbar into the computer s audio output jack Removing the Stand K NOTE To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft clean surface MT _ To remove the stand 1 Place the monitor on a flat surface 2 Press and hold the Stand release button 3 Liftthe stand up and away from the monitor Wall Mounting Optional Screw dimension M4 x 10mm Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA compatible base mounting kit Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on stable flat table Remove the stand Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the base mounting kit U UNA K NOTE For use only with UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket with minimum weight load bearing capacity of 5 05 kg Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor Self Test Built in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems A WARNING Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the Safety Instructions
24. sts the contrast ratio to 10000 1 Contrast Press the Ea button to select the Dynamic Contrast On or Off Auto Adjust Even though your computer recognizes your monitor on startup the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display settings for use with your particular setup 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 Image Settings NOTE In most cases Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration NOTE Auto Adjust option is only available when you are using the analog VGA connector r Lal Input Sourc Use the Input Source menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor Menu Dell P2X10H Brightness Contrast Y Auto Select Auto Adjust VGA DVI D iD ee Color Settings DisplayPort C Display Settings AAA AAA Other Settings Personalize Fa GGG III Auto Source Press to select the Auto source the monitor will Auto detect the analog signal e Select VGA input when you are using the analog VGA connector Press to select the VGA input source DVI D Select DVI D input when you are using the Digital DVI connector Press to select the DVI input source DisplayPort mem Select DisplayPort input when you are using the DisplayPort DP connector Press to select the D
25. t Feature is enabled in these modes Game Movie Sport and Nature the manual brightness adjustment is disabled WARNING MESSAGE Dell P2X10H To allow manual adjustment of brightness the Dynamic Contrast will be switched off Do you want to continue When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message Dell P2X10H The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display Please change your input timing to or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications 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 Recommended mode is 1920x1080 You will see the following message before the DDC CI function is disabled Dell P2X10H The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled Do you wish to disable DDC CI function When monitor enters Power Save mode the following message appears Dell P2X10H Entering Power Save Mode Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD If you press any button other than the power button one of the following messages will appear depending on the selected input VGA DVI D DP input Dell P2X10H There is no signal coming from your computer Press any key on the keyboard or mouse to wake it up or press the Input
26. t the top of the window e g NVIDIA ATI Intel etc 5 Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver for example http www ATI com OR http www NVIDIA com 6 After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x1080 again NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1920 x1080 please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1920 x1080 Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Power On the Monitor Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On Screen Display OSD Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar Optional Using the Tilt Swivel and Vertical Extension Rotating the monitor Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor Using the Front Panel Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings Preset Modes Brightness Contrast Front panel Button Description A A Use Preset Modes to set the display mode to Graphics or Video according to the input signal Shortcut Select Graphics if you are connecting a computer to your monitor key ad l l Preset Select Video if you are connecting a DVD player STB or VCR player to your monitor Modes B Use this button
27. ting holes for flexible mounting solutions Plug and play capability if supported by your system m Retractable label card allows convenient access to monitor serial number for technical support and easily hidden away providing label free clean look m On Screen Display OSD adjustments for ease of set up and screen optimization m Software and documentation media includes an information file INF Image color Matching File ICM and product documentation m Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance m Security lock slot m Asset Management Capability m Capability to switch from wide aspect to standard aspect ratio while maintaining the image quality m EPEAT Gold Rating m Halogen Reduced Identifying Parts and Controls Front View u 2 Front View Front panel controls Function buttons For more information see Operating the Monitor Power with power light indicator Back View Back view Back view with monitor stand EE se VESA mounting holes 100 mm x 100 mm behind attached base plate Wall mount monitor using VESA compatible wall mount kit 100 mm x 100 mm Stand removal button Release stand from monitor Label Card View K NOTE Monitor is shipped with label card fully inserted in USB compartment Pull out the label card to access the barcode serial number label and regulatory rating label Back View with label card pulled out Front View with label card pulled
28. to directly access the Brightness Contrast menu or to increase the values of the selected menu option Shortcut key Brightness Contrast C Use the MENU button to launch the on screen display OSD and select the OSD Menu See Accessing the Menu System ES Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu Exit Front panel Key Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings A 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 Use the OK key to confirm your selection Use the back key to back previous menu Using the On Screen Display OSD Menu Accessing the Menu System Es 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 button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu Main Menu for analog VGA Input Dell P2X10H Auto Adjust pP Input source ee Color Settings __ Display Settings gt Other Settings e Personalize or Main Menu for digital DVI Input Menu Dell P2X10H Brightness Contrast pP Input source ee Color Settings _ Display Settings Other Settings Personalize or Main Menu for displayport DP Input
29. tric Distortion Screen not centered correctly Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust brightness amp contrast controls via OSD Horizontal Vertical Lines Screen has one or more lines Synchronization Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn Safety Related Issues Visible signs of smoke or sparks Intermittent Problems Monitor malfunctions on amp off Missing Color Picture missing color Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time Product Specific Problems NOTE When using 2 DVI D the positioning adjustments are not available Reset the monitor to Factory 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 Run the built in diagnostics NOTE When using 2 DVI D the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are not available Reset the monitor to Factory 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 Do not perform any troubleshooting ste
30. typical 1000 to 1 typical Contrast ratio 10000 to 1 typical Dynamic 10000 to 1 typical Dynamic Contrast On Contrast On o Antiglare with hard coating 3H Antiglare with hard coating 3H Backlight 2 CCFL edgelight system 2 CCFL edgelight system Response Time 5ms panel typical 5ms panel typical Color depth 16 7 million colors 16 7 million colors Color Gamut 83 83 P2210H P2310H color gamut typical is based on CIE1976 83 and CIE1931 72 test standards Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell A warnt NG 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 Contacting 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 telep
31. 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 Back to Contents Page Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1920 x1080 maximum Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2009 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U S Environmental Protection Agency As an ENERGY STAR partner Dell Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model P2210Hc P2310Hc June 2009 Rev AOO Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell P2210H P2310H Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar optional Removing the Stand Wall
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