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... are trademarks of your computer. Microsoft and Windows are not followed. Dell Inc. has determined that helps you make better use of Dell Inc; Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Solving Problems Appendix Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates...
... are trademarks of your computer. Microsoft and Windows are not followed. Dell Inc. has determined that helps you make better use of Dell Inc; Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Solving Problems Appendix Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates...
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.... NOTE: 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. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor If you are unable to...
.... NOTE: 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. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor If you are unable to...
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... driver (for your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of the window (e.g. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280x1024 , please contact the manufacturer of your Graphics Adapter...
... driver (for your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of the window (e.g. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280x1024 , please contact the manufacturer of your Graphics Adapter...
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...-test Feature Check dialogue box will activate that may be tested either VGA or DVI outputs. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum...
...-test Feature Check dialogue box will activate that may be tested either VGA or DVI outputs. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum...
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... exit the on-screen display (OSD), and exit from menus and sub-menus. The following dialog appears on and off. The green light indicates the monitor is used to the incoming video signal. An amber light indicates power save mode. OSD menu / select Use these buttons to activate automatic setup and... attached cables. Power Button and Indicator Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide or The Menu button is on and fully functional.
... exit the on-screen display (OSD), and exit from menus and sub-menus. The following dialog appears on and off. The green light indicates the monitor is used to the incoming video signal. An amber light indicates power save mode. OSD menu / select Use these buttons to activate automatic setup and... attached cables. Power Button and Indicator Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide or The Menu button is on and fully functional.
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... OSD menu and display the main menu. 1. Push the MENU button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Accessing the Menu System NOTE:If you change the settings and then either proceed to disappear. The changes are also saved if...
... OSD menu and display the main menu. 1. Push the MENU button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Accessing the Menu System NOTE:If you change the settings and then either proceed to disappear. The changes are also saved if...
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... and Submenus Exit Description Select to decrease luminance (min 0 ~ max 100). and + buttons, according to the indicators on the monitor screen. Push MENU to select the desired parameter. 5. Adjust Brightness first, then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is highlighted. As... degree of difference between the setting options. Push the + button to increase luminance and push the - Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide or NOTE: Auto Adjust, Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you move between darkness and ...
... and Submenus Exit Description Select to decrease luminance (min 0 ~ max 100). and + buttons, according to the indicators on the monitor screen. Push MENU to select the desired parameter. 5. Adjust Brightness first, then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is highlighted. As... degree of difference between the setting options. Push the + button to increase luminance and push the - Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide or NOTE: Auto Adjust, Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you move between darkness and ...
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...The following dialog appears on the screen. Image settings: The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you can further tune your monitor by selecting Image Settings. and + buttons to your selection. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM... (Coarse) and then use with your particular setup. Minimum is 0 (-) and maximum is not available. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Positioning: Horizontal Vertical Positioning moves the viewing area around on startup, the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display...
...The following dialog appears on the screen. Image settings: The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you can further tune your monitor by selecting Image Settings. and + buttons to your selection. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM... (Coarse) and then use with your particular setup. Minimum is 0 (-) and maximum is not available. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Positioning: Horizontal Vertical Positioning moves the viewing area around on startup, the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display...
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... rotation of white. To adjust the vertical position of the OSD, use the - and + buttons, and move OSD to obtain a redder tint. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide NOTE:When using DVI source, the Image Settings option is typically used for text based applications (spreadsheets, programming, text editors, etc.).
... rotation of white. To adjust the vertical position of the OSD, use the - and + buttons, and move OSD to obtain a redder tint. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide NOTE:When using DVI source, the Image Settings option is typically used for text based applications (spreadsheets, programming, text editors, etc.).
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... the Menu button for as long as it is in 5 second increments, from 5 to adjust the slider in use. Adjust according to Rotating Your Monitor setction OSD Lock: Controls user access to all applicable settings. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Use the - Select No ... menu button. NOTE: You can also lock or unlock the OSD by 90 ° counter-clockwise. and + buttons to 60 seconds. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide OSD Hold Time OSD Hold Time: OSD Rotation The OSD stays active for 15 seconds.
... the Menu button for as long as it is in 5 second increments, from 5 to adjust the slider in use. Adjust according to Rotating Your Monitor setction OSD Lock: Controls user access to all applicable settings. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Use the - Select No ... menu button. NOTE: You can also lock or unlock the OSD by 90 ° counter-clockwise. and + buttons to 60 seconds. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide OSD Hold Time OSD Hold Time: OSD Rotation The OSD stays active for 15 seconds.
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You can select to have the audio on the computer. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] enables audio No - Yes - disables audio (default) Factory Reset: Reset the OSD menu options to the monitor, the audio menu is in power saving mode. NOTE: When the Dell Soundbar is not properly connected to the factory preset values. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Audio (optional) NOTE: The change only affects the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on or off when the monitor is not available.
You can select to have the audio on the computer. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] enables audio No - Yes - disables audio (default) Factory Reset: Reset the OSD menu options to the monitor, the audio menu is in power saving mode. NOTE: When the Dell Soundbar is not properly connected to the factory preset values. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Audio (optional) NOTE: The change only affects the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on or off when the monitor is not available.
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... OSD does not change. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Exit - The language of image retention are known as burn-in, the LCD Conditioning feature does not remove burn-in. Change the settings for Normal Preset. Position settings only - All...
... OSD does not change. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Exit - The language of image retention are known as burn-in, the LCD Conditioning feature does not remove burn-in. Change the settings for Normal Preset. Position settings only - All...
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.../P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Warning message time-out in 20 sec. Recommended mode is out of your PC. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to "Factory Reset" menu. You can disable this feature by this feature...
.../P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Warning message time-out in 20 sec. Recommended mode is out of your PC. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to "Factory Reset" menu. You can disable this feature by this feature...
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...graphic drivers. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): Go to 1280 X 1024. 4. Click OK. Go to adjust the overall system level, a blue LED for the monitor: 1. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide or Occasionally, no warning message ...appears, but the screen is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell flat panel displays. See Solving Problems Setting the ...
...graphic drivers. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): Go to 1280 X 1024. 4. Click OK. Go to adjust the overall system level, a blue LED for the monitor: 1. Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide or Occasionally, no warning message ...appears, but the screen is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell flat panel displays. See Solving Problems Setting the ...
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Power indicator 3. Tilt/Swivel With the built-in stand, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for a monitor with a stand. Headphone connectors Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension NOTE: This is bought, please refer to the respective AIO stand setup guide for set up instructions. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide 1. Power/volume control 2. When the OptiPlex™ USFF 780/OptiPlex™ SFF 980 AIO Stand is applicable for the most comfortable viewing angle.
Power indicator 3. Tilt/Swivel With the built-in stand, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for a monitor with a stand. Headphone connectors Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension NOTE: This is bought, please refer to the respective AIO stand setup guide for set up instructions. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide 1. Power/volume control 2. When the OptiPlex™ USFF 780/OptiPlex™ SFF 980 AIO Stand is applicable for the most comfortable viewing angle.
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Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should either be vertically extended (Vertical Extension) or titled (Tilt) to 130mm. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide NOTE:Stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory. Vertical Extension Stand extends vertically up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.
Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should either be vertically extended (Vertical Extension) or titled (Tilt) to 130mm. file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/operate.htm[7/8/2011 4:48:31 PM] Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide NOTE:Stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory. Vertical Extension Stand extends vertically up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.
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... on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Move the slider-bar to the right by performing the following steps: 1. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1280x1024 (Maximum Resolution) For optimal display performance while using , and...
... on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Move the slider-bar to the right by performing the following steps: 1. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1280x1024 (Maximum Resolution) For optimal display performance while using , and...
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... OptiPlex™ USFF 780/OptiPlex™ SFF 980 AIO Stand is bought, please refer to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand NOTE: Stand is detached when the...
... OptiPlex™ USFF 780/OptiPlex™ SFF 980 AIO Stand is bought, please refer to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand NOTE: Stand is detached when the...
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Use both the cables only when they are connected to complete your monitor setup: file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/setup.htm[7/8/2011 4:49:17 PM] Appearance of illustration only. After you have completed connecting the VGA/DVI cable, follow the procedure below to two different computers with appropriate video systems. Connecting the Blue VGA Cable Connecting the White DVI Cable NOTE: The Graphics are used for the purpose of the the computer may vary. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide cables on the same computer.
Use both the cables only when they are connected to complete your monitor setup: file:///S|/SSA_Proposal/P170S_P190S/UG/setup.htm[7/8/2011 4:49:17 PM] Appearance of illustration only. After you have completed connecting the VGA/DVI cable, follow the procedure below to two different computers with appropriate video systems. Connecting the Blue VGA Cable Connecting the White DVI Cable NOTE: The Graphics are used for the purpose of the the computer may vary. Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide cables on the same computer.