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... drivers • Quick Setup Guide • User's Guide • Dell Display Manager Software P/N M4YXH Rev. All rights reserved. 5° 21° 45° 45° Drivers and Documentation Dell™ S2718D Monitor Contents: • Device drivers • Quick Setup Guide • User's Guide • Dell Display Manager Software P/N M4YXH Rev. A00 P/N 790.A1V39.0001 March 2017...
... drivers • Quick Setup Guide • User's Guide • Dell Display Manager Software P/N M4YXH Rev. All rights reserved. 5° 21° 45° 45° Drivers and Documentation Dell™ S2718D Monitor Contents: • Device drivers • Quick Setup Guide • User's Guide • Dell Display Manager Software P/N M4YXH Rev. A00 P/N 790.A1V39.0001 March 2017...
Users Guide
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Contents About Your Monitor 5 Package Contents 5 Product Features 6 Identifying Parts and Controls 7 Monitor Specifications 9 Plug-and-Play 16 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy 16 Setting Up the Monitor 17 Using the Tilt and Swivel 17 Connecting Your Monitor 17 Operating the Monitor 19 Turning on the Monitor 19 Using the Front Panel Controls 19 Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu 22 Troubleshooting 34 Self-Test 34 Built-in Diagnostics 35 Common Problems 36 Product Specific Problems 37 Appendix 39 Safety Instructions 39 Contents | 3
Contents About Your Monitor 5 Package Contents 5 Product Features 6 Identifying Parts and Controls 7 Monitor Specifications 9 Plug-and-Play 16 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy 16 Setting Up the Monitor 17 Using the Tilt and Swivel 17 Connecting Your Monitor 17 Operating the Monitor 19 Turning on the Monitor 19 Using the Front Panel Controls 19 Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu 22 Troubleshooting 34 Self-Test 34 Built-in Diagnostics 35 Common Problems 36 Product Specific Problems 37 Appendix 39 Safety Instructions 39 Contents | 3
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... Setup Guide • Safety,Environmental,and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell S2718D monitor has an active matrix, thinfilm transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. Reduced(Its circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates). • TCO-certified displays. • RoHS Compliant • Arsenic-free glass and mercury-free for...
... Setup Guide • Safety,Environmental,and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell S2718D monitor has an active matrix, thinfilm transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. Reduced(Its circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates). • TCO-certified displays. • RoHS Compliant • Arsenic-free glass and mercury-free for...
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... up to 45W) 7.50 mm (Top) 7.50 mm (Left/Right) 8.05 mm (Bottom) -5° to 21° -45° to active area) Adjustability Tilt Swivel Dell Display Manager (DDM) Compatibility Security Active matrix - TFT LCD In-plane switching Technology 16:9 68.47 cm (27 inches) 569.736 mm (22.43 inches) 335...
... up to 45W) 7.50 mm (Top) 7.50 mm (Left/Right) 8.05 mm (Bottom) -5° to 21° -45° to active area) Adjustability Tilt Swivel Dell Display Manager (DDM) Compatibility Security Active matrix - TFT LCD In-plane switching Technology 16:9 68.47 cm (27 inches) 569.736 mm (22.43 inches) 335...
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...'s DPM-compliant video card or software installed in use. Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this automatic power saving feature. The following message is displayed: *Zero power consumption in OFF mode can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in your PC, the monitor can only be achieved by disconnecting...
...'s DPM-compliant video card or software installed in use. Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this automatic power saving feature. The following message is displayed: *Zero power consumption in OFF mode can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in your PC, the monitor can only be achieved by disconnecting...
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...During the LCD monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to see and do not affect the display quality or usability. Most monitor installations are hard to become fixed in any Plug-and-Play-compatible system. you can configure ... For more information about changing the monitor settings, see Dell support site at: http://www.dell.com/support/monitors. 16 | About Your Monitor The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its extended display identification data (EDID) using display data channel (DDC) protocols so the computer can select...
...During the LCD monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to see and do not affect the display quality or usability. Most monitor installations are hard to become fixed in any Plug-and-Play-compatible system. you can configure ... For more information about changing the monitor settings, see Dell support site at: http://www.dell.com/support/monitors. 16 | About Your Monitor The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its extended display identification data (EDID) using display data channel (DDC) protocols so the computer can select...
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Operating the Monitor | 19 As you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an OSD shows the numeric values of the image being displayed. Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to turn on the Monitor Press the button to adjust the characteristics of the characteristics as they change. Operating the Monitor Turning on the monitor.
Operating the Monitor | 19 As you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an OSD shows the numeric values of the image being displayed. Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to turn on the Monitor Press the button to adjust the characteristics of the characteristics as they change. Operating the Monitor Turning on the monitor.
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Menu See Accessing the Menu System. 4 Use this menu button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD menu. Power (with power light indicator) The white LED indicates the monitor is On and fully functional. Shortcut key: Brightness/...
Menu See Accessing the Menu System. 4 Use this menu button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD menu. Power (with power light indicator) The white LED indicates the monitor is On and fully functional. Shortcut key: Brightness/...
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As you move between options. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: Any changes you make using the OSD menu are automatically saved if you move from one icon to ...another OSD menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1 Press the button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu. 2 Press the and buttons to move to another , the option name is highlighted. 3 Press the or or button once to activate the...
As you move between options. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: Any changes you make using the OSD menu are automatically saved if you move from one icon to ...another OSD menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1 Press the button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu. 2 Press the and buttons to move to another , the option name is highlighted. 3 Press the or or button once to activate the...
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Makes the image look sharper or softer. Reset Display Restores the display settings to '100'. NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provides higher contrast if you to set the Response Time to Wide 16:9, Auto Resize,or 4:3. Use or to ... sleep. NOTE: For Game and Movie preset mode only. Operating the Monitor | 27 Never: Monitor never goes into sleep after timeout. Icon Menu and Submenus Display Description Use the Display menu to adjust image.
Makes the image look sharper or softer. Reset Display Restores the display settings to '100'. NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provides higher contrast if you to set the Response Time to Wide 16:9, Auto Resize,or 4:3. Use or to ... sleep. NOTE: For Game and Movie preset mode only. Operating the Monitor | 27 Never: Monitor never goes into sleep after timeout. Icon Menu and Submenus Display Description Use the Display menu to adjust image.
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... hard lock (Press and hold the exit button 6 sec) Restore the menu settings to factory defaults. Icon Menu and Submenus Description Language Set the OSD display to one of time the OSD remains active after you press a button.
... hard lock (Press and hold the exit button 6 sec) Restore the menu settings to factory defaults. Icon Menu and Submenus Description Language Set the OSD display to one of time the OSD remains active after you press a button.
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Icon Menu and Submenus Other Description DDC/CI Select this option to turn off this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your computer. Select Disable to adjust the OSD settings, such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on your monitor. 30 | Operating the Monitor Enable this feature. DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to adjust the monitor settings using software on .
Icon Menu and Submenus Other Description DDC/CI Select this option to turn off this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your computer. Select Disable to adjust the OSD settings, such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on your monitor. 30 | Operating the Monitor Enable this feature. DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to adjust the monitor settings using software on .
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...tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you do not detect any abnormalities. 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to red. 6 Inspect the display for any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in diagnostics: 1 Make sure that the screen is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with ... 5 Press Button 1 on the surface of the screen). 2 Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the screen changes to inspect the display in self-test mode. If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your computer...
...tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you do not detect any abnormalities. 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to red. 6 Inspect the display for any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in diagnostics: 1 Make sure that the screen is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with ... 5 Press Button 1 on the surface of the screen). 2 Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the screen changes to inspect the display in self-test mode. If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your computer...
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...left on the monitor for a long period of time What You Experience Picture missing color Picture color not good Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen Possible Solutions • Perform monitor self-test. • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is...and is secure. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. • Change the settings of DVDs, the monitor may display in full screen. • Run the built-in diagnostics. The picture does not fill the entire screen The picture cannot fill the height or width...
...left on the monitor for a long period of time What You Experience Picture missing color Picture color not good Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen Possible Solutions • Perform monitor self-test. • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is...and is secure. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. • Change the settings of DVDs, the monitor may display in full screen. • Run the built-in diagnostics. The picture does not fill the entire screen The picture cannot fill the height or width...
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... the appropriate service or support link based on your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Appendix Safety Instructions For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of controls, adjustments, or procedures other regulatory information, see the Safety, Environmental, and...
... the appropriate service or support link based on your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Appendix Safety Instructions For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of controls, adjustments, or procedures other regulatory information, see the Safety, Environmental, and...
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...you select movie HDR or game HDR in Color on OSD functions can be supported. Setting Display Resolution to 2560 x 1440 For best performance, set the resolution to 2560 x 1440, please contact Dell to inquire about a graphics adapter that best describes the computer system you may need to...switch to classic desktop. 2 Right-click on the desktop and click Display Settings. 2 Click Advanced display settings. 3 Click the dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 2560 x 1440. 4 Click OK. Dell computer 1 Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver ...
...you select movie HDR or game HDR in Color on OSD functions can be supported. Setting Display Resolution to 2560 x 1440 For best performance, set the resolution to 2560 x 1440, please contact Dell to inquire about a graphics adapter that best describes the computer system you may need to...switch to classic desktop. 2 Right-click on the desktop and click Display Settings. 2 Click Advanced display settings. 3 Click the dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 2560 x 1440. 4 Click OK. Dell computer 1 Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver ...
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... that supports the video resolution. Appendix | 41 In Windows 10: 1 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 your graphics adapter, attempt to ...set the recommended resolution, please contact the manufacturer of the window (e.g. Non-Dell computer In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to ...
... that supports the video resolution. Appendix | 41 In Windows 10: 1 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 your graphics adapter, attempt to ...set the recommended resolution, please contact the manufacturer of the window (e.g. Non-Dell computer In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to ...
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Contents Overview 4 Using the Quick Settings Dialog 5 Setting Basic Display Functions 6 Applying Energy Conservation Features 7 Organizing Windows with Easy Arrange 8 Managing Multiple Video Inputs 10 Troubleshooting 12 Contents | 3
Contents Overview 4 Using the Quick Settings Dialog 5 Setting Basic Display Functions 6 Applying Energy Conservation Features 7 Organizing Windows with Easy Arrange 8 Managing Multiple Video Inputs 10 Troubleshooting 12 Contents | 3
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...connected to the computer is a Windows application used to communicate with your monitor. Overview Dell Display Manager is displayed when you hover the mouse pointer over the notification tray icon. NOTE: Dell Display Manager needs to use DDC/CI channel to manage a monitor or a group of ... settings, energy management, window organization, image rotation, and other features on select Dell monitors. Please make sure DDC/CI is placed in the menu as below. 4 | Overview Once installed, Dell display manager runs each time the computer starts and its icon is enabled in the ...
...connected to the computer is a Windows application used to communicate with your monitor. Overview Dell Display Manager is displayed when you hover the mouse pointer over the notification tray icon. NOTE: Dell Display Manager needs to use DDC/CI channel to manage a monitor or a group of ... settings, energy management, window organization, image rotation, and other features on select Dell monitors. Please make sure DDC/CI is placed in the menu as below. 4 | Overview Once installed, Dell display manager runs each time the computer starts and its icon is enabled in the ...
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The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell display manager's advanced user interface, which is connected to adjust basic functions, configure Auto Mode, and access other features. Using the Quick Settings Dialog | 5 The Quick ... on the active application. You can be selected using the menu provided. 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 used to the system, a specific target monitor can manually select a preset mode or enable automatic...
The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell display manager's advanced user interface, which is connected to adjust basic functions, configure Auto Mode, and access other features. Using the Quick Settings Dialog | 5 The Quick ... on the active application. You can be selected using the menu provided. 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 used to the system, a specific target monitor can manually select a preset mode or enable automatic...