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Contents About Your Monitor 5 Package Contents 5 Product Features 7 Identifying Parts and Controls 8 Monitor Specifications 12 Plug and Play Capability 21 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface 21 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy 22 Maintenance Guidelines 23 Setting Up the Monitor 24 Attaching the Stand 24 Connecting Your Monitor 27 Organizing Your Cables 29 Removing the Monitor Stand 30 Wall Mounting (Optional 30 Operating the Monitor 32 Power On the Monitor 32 Using the Front Panel Controls 32 Contents | 3
Contents About Your Monitor 5 Package Contents 5 Product Features 7 Identifying Parts and Controls 8 Monitor Specifications 12 Plug and Play Capability 21 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface 21 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy 22 Maintenance Guidelines 23 Setting Up the Monitor 24 Attaching the Stand 24 Connecting Your Monitor 27 Organizing Your Cables 29 Removing the Monitor Stand 30 Wall Mounting (Optional 30 Operating the Monitor 32 Power On the Monitor 32 Using the Front Panel Controls 32 Contents | 3
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu 34 Setting the Maximum Resolution 45 Requirements to view or playback HDR content 47 Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension 48 Rotating the Monitor 49 Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System 50 Troubleshooting 51 Self-Test 51 Built-in Diagnostics 52 Common Problems 53 Product Specific Problems 55 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems 56 Speakers Specific Problems 56 Appendix 57 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information 57 Contact Dell 57 4 | Contents
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu 34 Setting the Maximum Resolution 45 Requirements to view or playback HDR content 47 Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension 48 Rotating the Monitor 49 Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System 50 Troubleshooting 51 Self-Test 51 Built-in Diagnostics 52 Common Problems 53 Product Specific Problems 55 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems 56 Speakers Specific Problems 56 Appendix 57 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information 57 Contact Dell 57 4 | Contents
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... or digital eye strain. Product Features The Dell U2718Q flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. NOTE: The possible long-term effects of setup and screen optimization. • Security lock slot. • Stand lock. • 0.3 W standby power when in the sleep mode. • Optimizes eye comfort with DP, mDP, HDMI, and USB3.0 helps future-proof your monitor. • On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of blue light emission...
... or digital eye strain. Product Features The Dell U2718Q flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. NOTE: The possible long-term effects of setup and screen optimization. • Security lock slot. • Stand lock. • 0.3 W standby power when in the sleep mode. • Optimizes eye comfort with DP, mDP, HDMI, and USB3.0 helps future-proof your monitor. • On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of blue light emission...
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Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model Screen type Panel technology Aspect ratio Viewable image Diagonal Horizontal, Active Area Vertical, Active Area Area Pixel pitch Pixel per inch Viewing angle Luminance output Contrast ratio Faceplate coating Backlight Response time Color depth Color gamut* Calibration accuracy Built-in devices Connectivity Border width (edge of monitor to 1 (typical) Antiglare with hard-coating 3H LED edgelight system 8 ms (Normal)/5 ms (Fast) 1.07 billion colors 99.9% sRGB, 99.9% Rec 709...
Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model Screen type Panel technology Aspect ratio Viewable image Diagonal Horizontal, Active Area Vertical, Active Area Area Pixel pitch Pixel per inch Viewing angle Luminance output Contrast ratio Faceplate coating Backlight Response time Color depth Color gamut* Calibration accuracy Built-in devices Connectivity Border width (edge of monitor to 1 (typical) Antiglare with hard-coating 3H LED edgelight system 8 ms (Normal)/5 ms (Fast) 1.07 billion colors 99.9% sRGB, 99.9% Rec 709...
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Resolution Specifications Model U2718Q Horizontal scan range 10 kHz to 137 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 49 Hz to 90° Easy Arrange and other key features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) * At panel native only, under Custom Mode preset. Adjustability Height adjustable stand Tilt Swivel Pivot Dell Display Manager Compatibility (DDM) Security 0 to 130 mm -5° to 21° -45° to 45° -90° to 86 Hz (automatic...
Resolution Specifications Model U2718Q Horizontal scan range 10 kHz to 137 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 49 Hz to 90° Easy Arrange and other key features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) * At panel native only, under Custom Mode preset. Adjustability Height adjustable stand Tilt Swivel Pivot Dell Display Manager Compatibility (DDM) Security 0 to 130 mm -5° to 21° -45° to 45° -90° to 86 Hz (automatic...
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...; compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature. If the computer detects input from the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. Off Less than 0.3 W Switch off mode Inactive Inactive Blanked White (blinking) Less than 0.3 W Power Consumption...
...; compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature. If the computer detects input from the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. Off Less than 0.3 W Switch off mode Inactive Inactive Blanked White (blinking) Less than 0.3 W Power Consumption...
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... not display an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems. 5 Use the cable slot on the monitor. 3 Plug the power cables for cable attachment,) organize all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor 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. Organizing Your Cables After attaching all cables as shown above. Setting Up the Monitor | 29 Connecting the USB 3.0 cable...
... not display an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems. 5 Use the cable slot on the monitor. 3 Plug the power cables for cable attachment,) organize all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor 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. Organizing Your Cables After attaching all cables as shown above. Setting Up the Monitor | 29 Connecting the USB 3.0 cable...
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.../ Input Source 2 Menu 3 Exit 4 Power (with power light indicator) Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset color modes. Use this button to your monitor. Use the MENU button to adjust the image settings. Use this button to choose from a list of video signals that may be connected to exit the OSD main menu. A glowing white light indicates the power save mode. See Accessing the Menu System. Front Panel Button Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD). Use the Power button to adjust...
.../ Input Source 2 Menu 3 Exit 4 Power (with power light indicator) Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset color modes. Use this button to your monitor. Use the MENU button to adjust the image settings. Use this button to choose from a list of video signals that may be connected to exit the OSD main menu. A glowing white light indicates the power save mode. See Accessing the Menu System. Front Panel Button Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD). Use the Power button to adjust...
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Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor input settings to the factory settings. DP mDP HDMI Auto Select Reset Input Source Color Select the DP input when you to adjust the color setting mode. 36 | Operating the Monitor Turning on the function allows you are using the HDMI connector. Use Color to scan for available input sources. Select the HDMI input when you are using the DisplayPort (DP) connector. Select the mDP input when you are...
Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor input settings to the factory settings. DP mDP HDMI Auto Select Reset Input Source Color Select the DP input when you to adjust the color setting mode. 36 | Operating the Monitor Turning on the function allows you are using the HDMI connector. Use Color to scan for available input sources. Select the HDMI input when you are using the DisplayPort (DP) connector. Select the mDP input when you are...
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... your monitor is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use to increase the purple shade of the video image. Use or to adjust the saturation from '0' to '100'. Hue Saturation Reset Color This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image to green or purple. Input Color Format Allows you to set the video input mode to: RGB: Select this option if your monitor color settings to the factory settings. 38 | Operating the Monitor This...
... your monitor is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use to increase the purple shade of the video image. Use or to adjust the saturation from '0' to '100'. Hue Saturation Reset Color This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image to green or purple. Input Color Format Allows you to set the video input mode to: RGB: Select this option if your monitor color settings to the factory settings. 38 | Operating the Monitor This...
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.... Press the button to provide sharper and more detailed image quality. NOTE: This function is only available when an HDMI signal is processing HDR content, Preset Modes Brightness, and Dynamic Contrast will be disabled. Use or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to adjust images. This technology simulates the human visual system to process a wider range of darkness or bright scenes. Operating the Monitor | 39 The...
.... Press the button to provide sharper and more detailed image quality. NOTE: This function is only available when an HDMI signal is processing HDR content, Preset Modes Brightness, and Dynamic Contrast will be disabled. Use or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to adjust images. This technology simulates the human visual system to process a wider range of darkness or bright scenes. Operating the Monitor | 39 The...
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....). To adjust the Rotation Display Settings: 1 Right-click on your display. NOTE: When in the Portrait View Mode, you do not see the Download section for Video Drivers for your graphics card. 50 | Operating the Monitor To download the graphics driver, go to www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver for latest driver updates. NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view) with your Dell computer, you need to...
....). To adjust the Rotation Display Settings: 1 Right-click on your display. NOTE: When in the Portrait View Mode, you do not see the Download section for Video Drivers for your graphics card. 50 | Operating the Monitor To download the graphics driver, go to www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver for latest driver updates. NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view) with your Dell computer, you need to...
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... monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your monitor is working correctly. Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the computer. 3 Turn on -screen (against a black background), if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is functioning properly. While in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor screen...
... monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your monitor is working correctly. Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the computer. 3 Turn on -screen (against a black background), if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is functioning properly. While in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor screen...
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... monitor has a built-in self-test mode. To exit, press Button 1 again. Check the video card and computer. 52 | Troubleshooting NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics: 1 Ensure 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 green, blue, black, white and text screens. The color...
... monitor has a built-in self-test mode. To exit, press Button 1 again. Check the video card and computer. 52 | Troubleshooting NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics: 1 Ensure 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 green, blue, black, white and text screens. The color...
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... power button is pressed fully. • Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu. • Increase brightness & 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. • Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu. • Eliminate video extension cables. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Change...
... power button is pressed fully. • Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu. • Increase brightness & 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. • Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu. • Eliminate video extension cables. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Change...
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... video cable connector. • Change the settings of the Preset Modes in the Color menu OSD depending on the application. • Adjust R/G/B value under Custom Color in Color menu OSD. • Change the Input Color Format to RGB or YPbPr in the Color menu 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...
... video cable connector. • Change the settings of the Preset Modes in the Color menu OSD depending on the application. • Adjust R/G/B value under Custom Color in Color menu OSD. • Change the Input Color Format to RGB or YPbPr in the Color menu 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...
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... Input Signal No picture, the when user LED light is plugged in properly. Replug the signal cable if necessary. • Reset the computer or video player. • Due to different video formats (aspect ratio) of the screen Possible Solutions • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display menu OSD. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn On the monitor. • Check the signal source. Troubleshooting | 55 Product Specific Problems Specific...
... Input Signal No picture, the when user LED light is plugged in properly. Replug the signal cable if necessary. • Reset the computer or video player. • Due to different video formats (aspect ratio) of the screen Possible Solutions • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display menu OSD. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn On the monitor. • Check the signal source. Troubleshooting | 55 Product Specific Problems Specific...
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...; Use a USB-extender cable to position the wireless USB receiver as far away as possible from the Audio Line Out port. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. 56 | Troubleshooting connect the device directly to the computer Audio Line Out port. • Unplug the audio cable from the USB 3.0 port. Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions USB interface is USB peripherals not working are not working • Check that your monitor is turned On...
...; Use a USB-extender cable to position the wireless USB receiver as far away as possible from the Audio Line Out port. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. 56 | Troubleshooting connect the device directly to the computer Audio Line Out port. • Unplug the audio cable from the USB 3.0 port. Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions USB interface is USB peripherals not working are not working • Check that your monitor is turned On...
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.... Once installed, Dell Display Manager runs each time the system starts and places its icon in the menu as below. Please make sure DDC/CI is enabled in the notification tray. Dell Display Manager User's Guide Overview Dell Display Manager is a Microsoft Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of automatic settings, energy management, window organization, image rotation, and other features on select Dell monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed image...
.... Once installed, Dell Display Manager runs each time the system starts and places its icon in the menu as below. Please make sure DDC/CI is enabled in the notification tray. Dell Display Manager User's Guide Overview Dell Display Manager is a Microsoft Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of automatic settings, energy management, window organization, image rotation, and other features on select Dell monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed image...
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... DDM only works with below actions to troubleshoot: 1 Make sure the video cable is properly connected to disable MST/DP 1.2 using Nvidia-based G-sync technology • Virtual and wireless displays do not support DDC/CI • Some early models of such device if the latest version is often the cause of Dell monitors. Click on the icon, DDM shows a more information • Gaming monitors using the monitor OSD 8 | Dell Display Manager User's Guide
... DDM only works with below actions to troubleshoot: 1 Make sure the video cable is properly connected to disable MST/DP 1.2 using Nvidia-based G-sync technology • Virtual and wireless displays do not support DDC/CI • Some early models of such device if the latest version is often the cause of Dell monitors. Click on the icon, DDM shows a more information • Gaming monitors using the monitor OSD 8 | Dell Display Manager User's Guide
