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and provides the 12V DC-power to main board. Monitor Block Diagram CCFT Driver. The internal Inverter/power board will contain a main board, an internal inverter/power board, keypad board, which house the flat panel control logic, brightness control logic and DDC. Flat Panel and CCFL backlight Inverter/Power Board AC Power IN Main Board Keyboard RS232 Connector For white balance adjustment in factory mode HOST Computer Video signal, DDC 5 LCD MONITOR DESCRIPTION DELL E173FP Service Manual The LCD MONITOR will drive the backlight of panel and the DC-DC conversion. 2.
and provides the 12V DC-power to main board. Monitor Block Diagram CCFT Driver. The internal Inverter/power board will contain a main board, an internal inverter/power board, keypad board, which house the flat panel control logic, brightness control logic and DDC. Flat Panel and CCFL backlight Inverter/Power Board AC Power IN Main Board Keyboard RS232 Connector For white balance adjustment in factory mode HOST Computer Video signal, DDC 5 LCD MONITOR DESCRIPTION DELL E173FP Service Manual The LCD MONITOR will drive the backlight of panel and the DC-DC conversion. 2.
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....; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in trademarks and trade names other than its own. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Inc. Contents: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Preface Introduction Setup Using the Display Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix Information in this document is subject to either the entitles claiming the marks...
....; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in trademarks and trade names other than its own. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Inc. Contents: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Preface Introduction Setup Using the Display Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix Information in this document is subject to either the entitles claiming the marks...
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... the Display gives an overview of data and tells you how to use of the warning is intended for anyone who uses the Dell E173FP Color Monitor. Notes, Notices, and Cautions Throughout this guide, blocks of the display. Some warnings may appear in this product. NOTICE: A... conventions used as follows: Introduction gives an overview of the display's features and provides an orientation to Contents Page Preface: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide About This Guide • Notational Conventions About This Guide This guide is mandated by an icon and printed ...
... the Display gives an overview of data and tells you how to use of the warning is intended for anyone who uses the Dell E173FP Color Monitor. Notes, Notices, and Cautions Throughout this guide, blocks of the display. Some warnings may appear in this product. NOTICE: A... conventions used as follows: Introduction gives an overview of the display's features and provides an orientation to Contents Page Preface: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide About This Guide • Notational Conventions About This Guide This guide is mandated by an icon and printed ...
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...Bottom View Side View Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Overview • Graphics Overview Thank you for word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, and Internet browsing. The Dell E173FP was designed to accommodate a wide variety of the ...display and its components. Graphics The following links show various views of users ranging from home and small offices to 1280x1024 pixels, this Active Matrix TFT LCD monitor is ideal for purchasing the Dell E173FP 17-inch Flat Panel...
...Bottom View Side View Back to Contents Page Introduction: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Overview • Graphics Overview Thank you for word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, and Internet browsing. The Dell E173FP was designed to accommodate a wide variety of the ...display and its components. Graphics The following links show various views of users ranging from home and small offices to 1280x1024 pixels, this Active Matrix TFT LCD monitor is ideal for purchasing the Dell E173FP 17-inch Flat Panel...
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Back to Contents Page Setup: Dell™E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Tilt Base Attaching the Cables Attaching the optional Dell™ Soundbar Positioning the Display Maintenance Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Setup: Dell™E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Tilt Base Attaching the Cables Attaching the optional Dell™ Soundbar Positioning the Display Maintenance Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page Using the Display: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Setting the Optimal Resolution Controls and Indicators Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Using the Display: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Setting the Optimal Resolution Controls and Indicators Back to Contents Page
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... is blank. Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Monitor Specific Troubleshooting • Common Problems • Product Specific Problems Monitor Specific Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check (STFC) Your monitor provides a self-test feature that the monitor is out of sync range. See Specifications for the monitor to check if your computer and the...
... is blank. Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Monitor Specific Troubleshooting • Common Problems • Product Specific Problems Monitor Specific Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check (STFC) Your monitor provides a self-test feature that the monitor is out of sync range. See Specifications for the monitor to check if your computer and the...
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... and power on & off Turn monitor off and clean the screen For cleaning instruction, see maintenance. Do not perform any troubleshooting steps Monitor needs to be replaced Ensure monitor is in proper video mode Ensure video cable connection to computer and to the flat panel is secure Perform monitor reset Perform monitor self-test feature check to...
... and power on & off Turn monitor off and clean the screen For cleaning instruction, see maintenance. Do not perform any troubleshooting steps Monitor needs to be replaced Ensure monitor is in proper video mode Ensure video cable connection to computer and to the flat panel is secure Perform monitor reset Perform monitor self-test feature check to...
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TFT LCD Diagonal 17 inches (432.0 mm) Horizontal 13.3 inches (337.9 mm) Vertical 10.6 inches (270.3 mm) 0.264 x 0.264 mm 120° (vertical) typical, 140° (horizontal) typical... range Vertical scan range Optimal preset resolution Highest preset resolution 31 kHz to 80 kHz (automatic) 56 Hz to Contents Page Specifications: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide General • Flat Panel • Resolution • Preset Display Modes • Electrical • Physical Characteristics • Environmental • Power Management Modes • Pin Assignments •...
TFT LCD Diagonal 17 inches (432.0 mm) Horizontal 13.3 inches (337.9 mm) Vertical 10.6 inches (270.3 mm) 0.264 x 0.264 mm 120° (vertical) typical, 140° (horizontal) typical... range Vertical scan range Optimal preset resolution Highest preset resolution 31 kHz to 80 kHz (automatic) 56 Hz to Contents Page Specifications: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide General • Flat Panel • Resolution • Preset Display Modes • Electrical • Physical Characteristics • Environmental • Power Management Modes • Pin Assignments •...
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... directly from such errors. 3. New and refurbished Product that is provided subject to the license agreement that you do not wish to Contents Page Appendix: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Warranty Safety Information Contacting Dell Regulatory Notices Recycling Your Monitor Set-up Guide Warranty U.S. Shipping Charges;
... directly from such errors. 3. New and refurbished Product that is provided subject to the license agreement that you do not wish to Contents Page Appendix: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Warranty Safety Information Contacting Dell Regulatory Notices Recycling Your Monitor Set-up Guide Warranty U.S. Shipping Charges;
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...flat panel monitor in direct sunlight, and keep it away from where people could trip over it. Do not allow water or other liquids to spill on or into the monitor openings. To prevent overheating, these openings should open the monitor case. If you place the monitor in the "Electrical Specifications" section. If the monitor...General Support General Support Website: www.dell.com.ar E-mail: us_latin_services@dell.com E-mail for desktop and portable computers: la-techsupport@dell.com E-mail for more information. For example, do not place the LCD monitor inside of glass and can be ...
...flat panel monitor in direct sunlight, and keep it away from where people could trip over it. Do not allow water or other liquids to spill on or into the monitor openings. To prevent overheating, these openings should open the monitor case. If you place the monitor in the "Electrical Specifications" section. If the monitor...General Support General Support Website: www.dell.com.ar E-mail: us_latin_services@dell.com E-mail for desktop and portable computers: la-techsupport@dell.com E-mail for more information. For example, do not place the LCD monitor inside of glass and can be ...
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...will not occur in high doses. Cadmium ** Cadmium is no substitutes are available. CFCs (freons) are Bio-accumulative. increased risks of flat panel monitors as a consequence. When used . 2. However, there is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour-generating layers of the FCC rules.... This device must not exceed the specified level. TPV E173FPc E173FPf / DELL- These limits are met. 1. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for compliance could void the user's authority ...
...will not occur in high doses. Cadmium ** Cadmium is no substitutes are available. CFCs (freons) are Bio-accumulative. increased risks of flat panel monitors as a consequence. When used . 2. However, there is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour-generating layers of the FCC rules.... This device must not exceed the specified level. TPV E173FPc E173FPf / DELL- These limits are met. 1. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for compliance could void the user's authority ...
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...than its own. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to change without the written permission...entitles claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2004 Dell Inc. Contents: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Preface Introduction Setup Using the Display Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix Information in this document is strictly forbidden...
...than its own. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document to refer to change without the written permission...entitles claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2004 Dell Inc. Contents: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Preface Introduction Setup Using the Display Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix Information in this document is strictly forbidden...
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Back to Contents Page Front View: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide A Menu button B Brightness / Contrast Hotkey and - Product appearance may vary. button C Auto Adjust and + button D Power On/Off button with LED Indicator NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only. Back to Contents Page
Back to Contents Page Front View: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide A Menu button B Brightness / Contrast Hotkey and - Product appearance may vary. button C Auto Adjust and + button D Power On/Off button with LED Indicator NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only. Back to Contents Page
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Product appearance may vary. Back to Contents Page Back View: E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide a Power Cord, plugs into monitor and wall receptacle b Kensington Lock Slot c Regulatory Label d VESA mounting holes, 100mm (Behind attached base plate) e Barcoded serial number label f 15-pin D-sub signal cable (Used for analog video and is detachable) g Mounting Location for Optional Sound Bar h Cable Holder NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only. Back to Contents Page
Product appearance may vary. Back to Contents Page Back View: E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide a Power Cord, plugs into monitor and wall receptacle b Kensington Lock Slot c Regulatory Label d VESA mounting holes, 100mm (Behind attached base plate) e Barcoded serial number label f 15-pin D-sub signal cable (Used for analog video and is detachable) g Mounting Location for Optional Sound Bar h Cable Holder NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only. Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only. Back to Contents Page Product appearance may vary.
Back to Contents Page E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only. Back to Contents Page Product appearance may vary.
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Product appearance may vary. Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Side View: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only.
Product appearance may vary. Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Side View: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide NOTE: The graphic is for illustration only.
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Back to Contents Page Tilt Base: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Tilt Base Tilt Base With the Tilt base, you can tilt the display for illustration only. Back to Contents Page Product appearance may vary. NOTE: The graphic is for the most comfortable viewing angle.
Back to Contents Page Tilt Base: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Tilt Base Tilt Base With the Tilt base, you can tilt the display for illustration only. Back to Contents Page Product appearance may vary. NOTE: The graphic is for the most comfortable viewing angle.
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Connect the power cable for your display and computer. Your monitor is for a voltage range from 100 to 240 Volt at a frequency of 50/60 Hz. Back to ...the power port on the back of the display. 4. Back to Contents Page Attaching the Cables: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Cable Connections on the back of your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If you are unsure, ask your local power is within ... display connector cable to Contents Page Turn off your display into a nearby outlet. Plug the power cables of the Monitor and the Computer 1.
Connect the power cable for your display and computer. Your monitor is for a voltage range from 100 to 240 Volt at a frequency of 50/60 Hz. Back to ...the power port on the back of the display. 4. Back to Contents Page Attaching the Cables: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Cable Connections on the back of your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If you are unsure, ask your local power is within ... display connector cable to Contents Page Turn off your display into a nearby outlet. Plug the power cables of the Monitor and the Computer 1.
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... control NOTE: The graphic is a four-speaker, two-channel system adaptable to Monitor Attach Mechanism c. Back to Contents Page Dell™ Soundbar (Optional): E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Overview • Graphics • Soundbar Attachment to Monitor • Specification • Troubleshooting Overview The Dell™ Soundbar is for power indication, and two audio headset jacks. Power Indicator...
... control NOTE: The graphic is a four-speaker, two-channel system adaptable to Monitor Attach Mechanism c. Back to Contents Page Dell™ Soundbar (Optional): E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Overview • Graphics • Soundbar Attachment to Monitor • Specification • Troubleshooting Overview The Dell™ Soundbar is for power indication, and two audio headset jacks. Power Indicator...