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... an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that helps you how to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. is a trademark of Dell Inc. and ATI is strictly forbidden. August 2010 Rev. ENERGY STAR is subject to change without the written permission of...used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc; Microsoft a n d Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting...
... an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that helps you how to avoid the problem. Dell Inc. is a trademark of Dell Inc. and ATI is strictly forbidden. August 2010 Rev. ENERGY STAR is subject to change without the written permission of...used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc; Microsoft a n d Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries; Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting...
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... be available in certain countries. l Monitor l Stand l Power Cable l VGA Cable NOTE: To set up with any other stand, please refer to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with your monitor. Back to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions. NOTE: Some items may not...
... be available in certain countries. l Monitor l Stand l Power Cable l VGA Cable NOTE: To set up with any other stand, please refer to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with your monitor. Back to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions. NOTE: Some items may not...
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... Mercury-free panel. ■ Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. ■ PowerNap Software included (comes in the CD shipped with the monitor). Identifying Parts and Controls Front View l DVI Cable l Drivers and Documentation media l Quick Setup Guide l Product and Safety Information Guide Product Features The Dell™ E2211H/E2311H flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight.
... Mercury-free panel. ■ Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. ■ PowerNap Software included (comes in the CD shipped with the monitor). Identifying Parts and Controls Front View l DVI Cable l Drivers and Documentation media l Quick Setup Guide l Product and Safety Information Guide Product Features The Dell™ E2211H/E2311H flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight.
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... View Label Description 1 Preset Modes (default, but configurable) 2 Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable) 3 Menu 4 Exit 5 Power button (with power light indicator) Back View Front panel controls Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - 1 Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm) behind attached VESA Plate) 2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. 3 Stand release button Release stand from monitor. 4 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security cable lock. 5 Dell...
... View Label Description 1 Preset Modes (default, but configurable) 2 Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable) 3 Menu 4 Exit 5 Power button (with power light indicator) Back View Front panel controls Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - 1 Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm) behind attached VESA Plate) 2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. 3 Stand release button Release stand from monitor. 4 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security cable lock. 5 Dell...
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...18.77 inches) E2311H Active matrix - TFT LCD TN 23 inches (23-inch viewable image size) 509.76 (H) X 286.74 (V) mm 509.76 mm (20.07 inches) Side View Bottom View Right view Bottom view Label Description 1 AC power cord connector 2 DVI connector 3 VGA connector 4 Stand lock feature Bottom view with monitor stand Use Connect the power cable Connect your computer DVI cable Connect your computer VGA cable To lock the Stand to the Monitor Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model Screen type Panel type Screen dimensions Preset display area: Horizontal E2211H Active matrix...
...18.77 inches) E2311H Active matrix - TFT LCD TN 23 inches (23-inch viewable image size) 509.76 (H) X 286.74 (V) mm 509.76 mm (20.07 inches) Side View Bottom View Right view Bottom view Label Description 1 AC power cord connector 2 DVI connector 3 VGA connector 4 Stand lock feature Bottom view with monitor stand Use Connect the power cable Connect your computer DVI cable Connect your computer VGA cable To lock the Stand to the Monitor Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model Screen type Panel type Screen dimensions Preset display area: Horizontal E2211H Active matrix...
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... colors 81%* 286.74 mm (11.29 inches) 0.265 mm 160° (vertical) typ, 170° (horizontal) typ 250 cd/m ²(typ) 1000 to 75 Hz (automatic) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Video Supported Modes Model Video display capabilities (DVI playback) E2211H E2311H 480p, 480i, 576p, 576i, 720p, 1080p and 1080i 480p, 480i, 576p, 576i, 720p, 1080p and 1080i Resolution Specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum resolution E2211H...
... colors 81%* 286.74 mm (11.29 inches) 0.265 mm 160° (vertical) typ, 170° (horizontal) typ 250 cd/m ²(typ) 1000 to 75 Hz (automatic) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Video Supported Modes Model Video display capabilities (DVI playback) E2211H E2311H 480p, 480i, 576p, 576i, 720p, 1080p and 1080i 480p, 480i, 576p, 576i, 720p, 1080p and 1080i Resolution Specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum resolution E2211H...
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... table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature: E2211H VESA Modes Normal operation Active-off mode Switch off Horizontal Sync Active Inactive - Power Indicator Blue Amber Off Power Consumption 20 W (typical)/28 W (maximum) Less than 1.0 W Less than 0.5 W Video Active Blanked - Vertical Sync Active Inactive - This is referred to as Power Save Mode*. If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically...
... table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature: E2211H VESA Modes Normal operation Active-off mode Switch off Horizontal Sync Active Inactive - Power Indicator Blue Amber Off Power Consumption 20 W (typical)/28 W (maximum) Less than 1.0 W Less than 0.5 W Video Active Blanked - Vertical Sync Active Inactive - This is referred to as Power Save Mode*. If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically...
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... Contact Us on safety instructions, see the regulatory compliance website located at the bottom of controls, adjustments, or procedures other regulatory information, see the Product Information Guide. For information on the left side of contacting Dell that is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S.
... Contact Us on safety instructions, see the regulatory compliance website located at the bottom of controls, adjustments, or procedures other regulatory information, see the Product Information Guide. For information on the left side of contacting Dell that is convenient for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S.
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... Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor If you are unable to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080, please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1920 x 1080. Refer to Contents Page After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for...
... Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor If you are unable to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080, please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1920 x 1080. Refer to Contents Page After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for...
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... turn the monitor on and off. The Blue LED indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. The following table describes the front panel buttons: Front panel Button 1 Description Use this button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. Shortcut key / Brightness/Contrast 3 Use the MENU button to choose from a list of preset color modes. Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu PowerNap Software Setting...
... turn the monitor on and off. The Blue LED indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. The following table describes the front panel buttons: Front panel Button 1 Description Use this button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. Shortcut key / Brightness/Contrast 3 Use the MENU button to choose from a list of preset color modes. Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu PowerNap Software Setting...
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... analog (VGA) connector. Select VGA input when you to set the video input mode to scan for available input signals. Pres Select DVI-D input when you are using the a Use the INPUT SOURCE menu to select between different video signals Select Auto Select to . INPUT SOURCE Auto Select VGA DVI-D Color Settings Input Color Format The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor automat NOTE: In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your c NOTE: AUTO ADJUST option is only available when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector...
... analog (VGA) connector. Select VGA input when you to set the video input mode to scan for available input signals. Pres Select DVI-D input when you are using the a Use the INPUT SOURCE menu to select between different video signals Select Auto Select to . INPUT SOURCE Auto Select VGA DVI-D Color Settings Input Color Format The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor automat NOTE: In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your c NOTE: AUTO ADJUST option is only available when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector...
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... to increase the green shade of the video image to green or purple. Mode Selection Preset Mode Hue Saturation l RGB: Select this mode if your monitor is connected to '100' . This is the l Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia application l Game: Loads color settings ideal for movies. This is the default l Game: Loads color settings ideal for sports. When you select Video, you to a compute DVI adapter. This feature...
... to increase the green shade of the video image to green or purple. Mode Selection Preset Mode Hue Saturation l RGB: Select this mode if your monitor is connected to '100' . This is the l Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia application l Game: Loads color settings ideal for movies. This is the default l Game: Loads color settings ideal for sports. When you select Video, you to a compute DVI adapter. This feature...
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... monitor's color settings to the factory defaults. Minimum is not av This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use the and buttons to adjust image. If satisfactory results are not obtained using a DVI source, the Vertical Position setting is NOTE: When using the Phase adjustment, us (fine), again. Minimum is NOTE: When using a DVI source, the Horizontal Position setting is available only for video input. Display Setting submenu for VGA input Display Setting submenu for best image quality. Reset Color Settings DISPLAY SETTINGS Wide Mode Horizontal Position...
... monitor's color settings to the factory defaults. Minimum is not av This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use the and buttons to adjust image. If satisfactory results are not obtained using a DVI source, the Vertical Position setting is NOTE: When using the Phase adjustment, us (fine), again. Minimum is NOTE: When using a DVI source, the Horizontal Position setting is available only for video input. Display Setting submenu for VGA input Display Setting submenu for best image quality. Reset Color Settings DISPLAY SETTINGS Wide Mode Horizontal Position...
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... as an option, you may need to Contents Page Back to update your graphics driver. Click OK. Click OK. Click Change Display Settings. 3. Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum) For maximum display performance while using , and follow the provided directions: 1: If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet...
... as an option, you may need to Contents Page Back to update your graphics driver. Click OK. Click OK. Click Change Display Settings. 3. Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum) For maximum display performance while using , and follow the provided directions: 1: If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet...
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... claiming the marks and names or their products. Model E2211Hb/E2311Hf. is a registered trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. and ATI is a trademark of the U.S. Dell Inc. and other than its own. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum) Information in this document...
... claiming the marks and names or their products. Model E2211Hb/E2311Hf. is a registered trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. and ATI is a trademark of the U.S. Dell Inc. and other than its own. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum) Information in this document...
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... refer to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing the Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) Removing the Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached from the factory. To connect your monitor to the groove on the same computer. Connect either the white (digital DVI-D) or the blue (analog VGA) display connector cable to two different computers with a stand. Use both cables on the back of...
... refer to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing the Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) Removing the Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached from the factory. To connect your monitor to the groove on the same computer. Connect either the white (digital DVI-D) or the blue (analog VGA) display connector cable to two different computers with a stand. Use both cables on the back of...
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... the Dell Soundbar. Removing the Stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is applicable for set up instructions. CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of the monitor. 2. Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) CAUTION: Do not use the cable management slot to the left until it snaps into the computer's audio output jack. To remove the stand: Connect...
... the Dell Soundbar. Removing the Stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is applicable for set up instructions. CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of the monitor. 2. Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) CAUTION: Do not use the cable management slot to the left until it snaps into the computer's audio output jack. To remove the stand: Connect...
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... allows you to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Troubleshooting Your Monitor Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in self-test mode, the power LED remains blue. Back to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Turn off both Digital (white connector) and the Analog (blue connector) cables from the back of the computer. If your monitor screen remains blank after 15...
... allows you to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Troubleshooting Your Monitor Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in self-test mode, the power LED remains blue. Back to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Turn off both Digital (white connector) and the Analog (blue connector) cables from the back of the computer. If your monitor screen remains blank after 15...
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... in green, blue, black, white screens. l Perform monitor self-test feature check. l Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. l Reset the monitor to inspect the display in LCD technology. l Pixel that the correct input source is fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting l Perform Auto Adjust via the Input Source Select button. Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has bright spots l Cycle power on the front panel again. Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more lines NOTE: When using DVI-D input, the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are...
... in green, blue, black, white screens. l Perform monitor self-test feature check. l Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. l Reset the monitor to inspect the display in LCD technology. l Pixel that the correct input source is fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting l Perform Auto Adjust via the Input Source Select button. Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has bright spots l Cycle power on the front panel again. Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more lines NOTE: When using DVI-D input, the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are...
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...). l Clean and reseat the audio line-in plug. portable CD player). l Set all Windows volume controls to the middle position; l Troubleshoot the computer's sound card. l Test the Soundbar using another audio source (i.e. l Ensure that the audio line-in the Advance Setting OSD. l Change the Input Color Format to the computer is connected properly and is secure. l Check to make sure Video Source to Soundbar - Re-plug the signal cable if necessary. l Confirm that the video cable connecting the monitor to PC RGB or...
...). l Clean and reseat the audio line-in plug. portable CD player). l Set all Windows volume controls to the middle position; l Troubleshoot the computer's sound card. l Test the Soundbar using another audio source (i.e. l Ensure that the audio line-in the Advance Setting OSD. l Change the Input Color Format to the computer is connected properly and is secure. l Check to make sure Video Source to Soundbar - Re-plug the signal cable if necessary. l Confirm that the video cable connecting the monitor to PC RGB or...