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... features 8 Identifying parts and controls 9 Front view 9 Back view 10 Side view 11 Bottom view 12 Monitor specifications 13 Resolution specifications 14 Supported video modes 14 Preset display modes 15 Electrical specifications 16 Physical characteristics 16 Environmental characteristics 18 Power management modes 19 Pin assignments 20 Plug and play capability 24 Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface 24 USB 3.0 24 USB 2.0 24 USB 3.0 upstream connector 25 USB 3.0 downstream connector 25 USB 2.0 downstream connector 26 USB ports 26 LCD monitor quality and pixel policy 26...
... features 8 Identifying parts and controls 9 Front view 9 Back view 10 Side view 11 Bottom view 12 Monitor specifications 13 Resolution specifications 14 Supported video modes 14 Preset display modes 15 Electrical specifications 16 Physical characteristics 16 Environmental characteristics 18 Power management modes 19 Pin assignments 20 Plug and play capability 24 Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface 24 USB 3.0 24 USB 2.0 24 USB 3.0 upstream connector 25 USB 3.0 downstream connector 25 USB 2.0 downstream connector 26 USB ports 26 LCD monitor quality and pixel policy 26...
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...) cable. . 31 Connecting the HDMI cable (optional 32 Connecting the VGA cable (optional 32 Connecting the DVI cable (optional 32 Connecting the USB 3.0 cable 33 Organizing your cables 33 Removing the monitor stand 34 VESA wall mounting (optional 34 Operating the monitor 36 Power on the monitor 36 Using the front-panel controls 36 Front-panel button 37 Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu 38 Accessing the menu system 38 OSD warning message 52 Setting the maximum resolution 54 Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension 55 Tilt, swivel 55 Vertical...
...) cable. . 31 Connecting the HDMI cable (optional 32 Connecting the VGA cable (optional 32 Connecting the DVI cable (optional 32 Connecting the USB 3.0 cable 33 Organizing your cables 33 Removing the monitor stand 34 VESA wall mounting (optional 34 Operating the monitor 36 Power on the monitor 36 Using the front-panel controls 36 Front-panel button 37 Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu 38 Accessing the menu system 38 OSD warning message 52 Setting the maximum resolution 54 Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension 55 Tilt, swivel 55 Vertical...
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... power when in sleep mode. • Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen. WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emitted from a sitting or standing position. • Color gamut of 99% sRGB. • Digital connectivity with DVI, DisplayPort and HDMI. • Tilt, swivel, height, and rotate adjustment capabilities. • Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions. • Equipped with 1 USB upstream port and 4 USB downstream ports. • Plug...
... power when in sleep mode. • Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen. WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emitted from a sitting or standing position. • Color gamut of 99% sRGB. • Digital connectivity with DVI, DisplayPort and HDMI. • Tilt, swivel, height, and rotate adjustment capabilities. • Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions. • Equipped with 1 USB upstream port and 4 USB downstream ports. • Plug...
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... with the HDMI cable. VGA connector Connect your computer with the VGA cable (shipped with security lock (security lock not included). Bottom view Bottom view without monitor stand Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description Use Security lock slot Secures the monitor with your monitor, for Japan only). USB 3.0 upstream port Connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to this port, you must connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). HDMI port Connect your monitor. DVI port Connect your USB device.
... with the HDMI cable. VGA connector Connect your computer with the VGA cable (shipped with security lock (security lock not included). Bottom view Bottom view without monitor stand Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Description Use Security lock slot Secures the monitor with your monitor, for Japan only). USB 3.0 upstream port Connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to this port, you must connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). HDMI port Connect your monitor. DVI port Connect your USB device.
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... ports Border width (edge of 6.3 mm (Top) monitor to active area) 6.3 mm (Left/Right) 19.2 mm (Bottom) Adjustability Height adjustable stand 130 mm Til t -5° to 21° Swivel -45° to 45° Pivot -90° to 90° Dell Display Manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Resolution specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum preset resolution Supported video modes P2421...
... ports Border width (edge of 6.3 mm (Top) monitor to active area) 6.3 mm (Left/Right) 19.2 mm (Bottom) Adjustability Height adjustable stand 130 mm Til t -5° to 21° Swivel -45° to 45° Pivot -90° to 90° Dell Display Manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Resolution specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum preset resolution Supported video modes P2421...
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... Power Save Mode*. Changing the factory default settings or enabling other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes to function. VESA Horizonta Vertical modes l sync sync Video Power Power indicator consumption Normal Active operation Active Active White 42 W (maximum)** 16 W (typical) Active-off Inactive mode Inactive Blanked White Less than 0.3 W Power Consumption Pon Total Energy Consumption (TEC) 12.2 W 39.1 kWh *Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be restored by disconnecting the main cable...
... Power Save Mode*. Changing the factory default settings or enabling other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes to function. VESA Horizonta Vertical modes l sync sync Video Power Power indicator consumption Normal Active operation Active Active White 42 W (maximum)** 16 W (typical) Active-off Inactive mode Inactive Blanked White Less than 0.3 W Power Consumption Pon Total Energy Consumption (TEC) 12.2 W 39.1 kWh *Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be restored by disconnecting the main cable...
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... with the stand. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Setting up the monitor Follow the instructions on the flaps of carton to remove the stand from the packaging cushion. 3. Lift the screw handle and turn the screw clockwise. 5. After fully tightening the screw, fold the screw handle flat within the recess. 28 │ Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped...
... with the stand. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Setting up the monitor Follow the instructions on the flaps of carton to remove the stand from the packaging cushion. 3. Lift the screw handle and turn the screw clockwise. 5. After fully tightening the screw, fold the screw handle flat within the recess. 28 │ Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped...
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...: Use the cable slot on the monitor. 3. If it does not display an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems. Organizing your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet. Connecting the USB 3.0 cable After you have completed connecting the VGA/DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI cable, follow the procedures below to connect the USB 3.0 cable to the computer and complete your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If your monitor setup: 1. Setting up the monitor │ 33 Plug the power cables for details.) 2. Turn...
...: Use the cable slot on the monitor. 3. If it does not display an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems. Organizing your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet. Connecting the USB 3.0 cable After you have completed connecting the VGA/DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI cable, follow the procedures below to connect the USB 3.0 cable to the computer and complete your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If your monitor setup: 1. Setting up the monitor │ 33 Plug the power cables for details.) 2. Turn...
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... white light indicates the power save mode. Front-panel button Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to turn the monitor On and Off. Exit 5 Use the Power button to adjust the image settings. Use the OK button to exit the OSD main menu. Menu 4 Use this button to confirm your selection. 3 Use the MENU button to the previous menu. Use the Down button to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. Back Operating the monitor │ 37 Power (with power light indicator) The white light indicates the monitor...
... white light indicates the power save mode. Front-panel button Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to turn the monitor On and Off. Exit 5 Use the Power button to adjust the image settings. Use the OK button to exit the OSD main menu. Menu 4 Use this button to confirm your selection. 3 Use the MENU button to the previous menu. Use the Down button to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. Back Operating the monitor │ 37 Power (with power light indicator) The white light indicates the monitor...
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.... 5. Use the arrow buttons to manually adjust the color settings. Look away from your monitor and gaze at a distant object at 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds during the breaks. • Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies. • Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications. • Warm: Presents colors at higher color temperatures. The screen appears cooler with a blue tint...
.... 5. Use the arrow buttons to manually adjust the color settings. Look away from your monitor and gaze at a distant object at 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds during the breaks. • Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies. • Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications. • Warm: Presents colors at higher color temperatures. The screen appears cooler with a blue tint...
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... the color of the video image. NOTE: Saturation adjustment is connected to a computer (or media player) using the VGA, DVI-D, DisplayPort, or HDMI cable. • YPbPr: Select this option if your monitor is available only when you select Movie or Game preset mode. Input Color Format Allows you to set the video input mode to: • RGB: Select this option if your media player supports only YPbPr output. Resets your monitor's color settings to...
... the color of the video image. NOTE: Saturation adjustment is connected to a computer (or media player) using the VGA, DVI-D, DisplayPort, or HDMI cable. • YPbPr: Select this option if your monitor is available only when you select Movie or Game preset mode. Input Color Format Allows you to set the video input mode to: • RGB: Select this option if your media player supports only YPbPr output. Resets your monitor's color settings to...
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... factory preset values. 48 │ Operating the monitor It also prevents accidental activation in multiple monitors side-by the user. NOTE: To unlock the button(s), press and hold the Menu/ function button next to the Power button for 4 seconds to set the lock options. The default setting is locked and not accessible by the user. • Menu + Power Buttons: Both the Menu/ function & Power buttons are locked and not accessible by -side setup. Reset Menu • Menu Buttons...
... factory preset values. 48 │ Operating the monitor It also prevents accidental activation in multiple monitors side-by the user. NOTE: To unlock the button(s), press and hold the Menu/ function button next to the Power button for 4 seconds to set the lock options. The default setting is locked and not accessible by the user. • Menu + Power Buttons: Both the Menu/ function & Power buttons are locked and not accessible by -side setup. Reset Menu • Menu Buttons...
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Service Tag Reset Others Factory Reset Displays the service tag of your warranty status, update drivers on the degree of image retention. These are also the settings for phone support, check your monitor. Resets all preset values to the factory preset values. Restore all settings under the Others menu to the factory default settings. Operating the monitor │ 51 You can enable this feature by selecting On. Depending on Dell's website, etc. This...
Service Tag Reset Others Factory Reset Displays the service tag of your warranty status, update drivers on the degree of image retention. These are also the settings for phone support, check your monitor. Resets all preset values to the factory preset values. Restore all settings under the Others menu to the factory default settings. Operating the monitor │ 51 You can enable this feature by selecting On. Depending on Dell's website, etc. This...
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... following message appears: See Troubleshooting for your graphics card. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): • Go to the support site for the monitor: In Windows® 7, Windows® 8, and Windows® 8.1: 1. When Factory Reset is selected, the following procedures: If you may need to update your graphics driver. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3. In Windows® 10: 1. Click...
... following message appears: See Troubleshooting for your graphics card. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): • Go to the support site for the monitor: In Windows® 7, Windows® 8, and Windows® 8.1: 1. When Factory Reset is selected, the following procedures: If you may need to update your graphics driver. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3. In Windows® 10: 1. Click...
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... box should appear on-screen (against a black background), if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is functioning properly. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the procedures in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. or or Troubleshooting │ 59 While in this section, follow the Safety instructions. Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you to check whether your monitor is working correctly. Sel f-test Your...
... box should appear on-screen (against a black background), if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is functioning properly. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the procedures in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. or or Troubleshooting │ 59 While in this section, follow the Safety instructions. Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you to check whether your monitor is working correctly. Sel f-test Your...
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... properly connected and secure. • Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment. • Ensure that the power button is pressed fully. • Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu. No picture or no • Increase brightness & contrast brightness controls via OSD. • Perform monitor self-test feature check. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector...
... properly connected and secure. • Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment. • Ensure that the power button is pressed fully. • Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu. No picture or no • Increase brightness & contrast brightness controls via OSD. • Perform monitor self-test feature check. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector...
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...; Reset the monitor to factory settings. LCD screen has bright spots • Cycle power On-Off. • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. • For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell support site at : www.dell.com/ support/monitors. centered correctly • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust horizontal & vertical controls via OSD. • When using DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort input, the positioning adjustments are not available. Troubleshooting │ 63 Picture...
...; Reset the monitor to factory settings. LCD screen has bright spots • Cycle power On-Off. • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. • For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell support site at : www.dell.com/ support/monitors. centered correctly • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust horizontal & vertical controls via OSD. • When using DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort input, the positioning adjustments are not available. Troubleshooting │ 63 Picture...
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...; Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Perform monitor self-test feature check to factory settings. more lines • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. • Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the scrambled screen appears in self-test mode. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. • Run the built-in diagnostics. • When using DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort input...
...; Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Perform monitor self-test feature check to factory settings. more lines • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. • Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the scrambled screen appears in self-test mode. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. • Run the built-in diagnostics. • When using DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort input...
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Troubleshooting │ 65 NOTE: When choosing DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort mode, the Auto Adjust function will not be available. Missing Color Picture missing color Wrong Color Picture color not good Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen • Perform monitor self-test feature check. • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly...
Troubleshooting │ 65 NOTE: When choosing DVI-D/HDMI/DisplayPort mode, the Auto Adjust function will not be available. Missing Color Picture missing color Wrong Color Picture color not good Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen • Perform monitor self-test feature check. • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly...
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... Input Signal No picture, the when user controls LED light is centered smal l on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the power saving mode by moving the mouse or pressing any key on the screen • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn On the monitor. • The OSD menu may display width of DVDs, the monitor may be locked. Cannot adjust...
... Input Signal No picture, the when user controls LED light is centered smal l on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the power saving mode by moving the mouse or pressing any key on the screen • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn On the monitor. • The OSD menu may display width of DVDs, the monitor may be locked. Cannot adjust...