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Flat Panel Specifications Model number Screen type Panel Type Screen dimensions Preset display area: Horizontal Vertical Dell S2240L monitor Active matrix - You can ...with hard-coating 3H LED light bar system 14 ms(typical) 7 ms(typical) with Overdrive 16.7 mil colors Dell S2340L monitor Active matrix - TFT LCD IPS 58.42 cm (23 inches) (23-inch wide viewable image size) 509... monitor automatically provides the computer with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor...
Flat Panel Specifications Model number Screen type Panel Type Screen dimensions Preset display area: Horizontal Vertical Dell S2240L monitor Active matrix - You can ...with hard-coating 3H LED light bar system 14 ms(typical) 7 ms(typical) with Overdrive 16.7 mil colors Dell S2340L monitor Active matrix - TFT LCD IPS 58.42 cm (23 inches) (23-inch wide viewable image size) 509... monitor automatically provides the computer with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor...
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...a darker-colored monitor may scratch and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-colored monitor. Do not use a dynamically changing screen saver and power off with care as some detergents leave a milky film on your monitor with a cloth. Handle your monitor...Back to clean the plastics. Maintenance Guidelines Caring for the antistatic coating. If possible, use . Use a slightly dampened, warm cloth to Contents Page For best practices, follow the instructions in use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for Your Monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the safety ...
...a darker-colored monitor may scratch and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-colored monitor. Do not use a dynamically changing screen saver and power off with care as some detergents leave a milky film on your monitor with a cloth. Handle your monitor...Back to clean the plastics. Maintenance Guidelines Caring for the antistatic coating. If possible, use . Use a slightly dampened, warm cloth to Contents Page For best practices, follow the instructions in use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for Your Monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the safety ...
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Using the Right Side Panel Controls Use the keys on the monitor. Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ S2240L/S2340L Monitor User's Guide Using the Right Side Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Tilt Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the Right side of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
Using the Right Side Panel Controls Use the keys on the monitor. Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ S2240L/S2340L Monitor User's Guide Using the Right Side Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Tilt Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the Right side of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
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Right side panel Key A Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from menu and sub-menus. See Using the OSD Menu. Brightness / Contrast C Use the Menu key to the "Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu. Right side panel Key Description Exit Right side panel Key Use the keys on the Right side of preset color modes. Preset Modes B Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access to open the on -screen display (OSD) from a list of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Menu D Use the Exit key to exit on -screen display (OSD).
Right side panel Key A Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from menu and sub-menus. See Using the OSD Menu. Brightness / Contrast C Use the Menu key to the "Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu. Right side panel Key Description Exit Right side panel Key Use the keys on the Right side of preset color modes. Preset Modes B Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access to open the on -screen display (OSD) from a list of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Menu D Use the Exit key to exit on -screen display (OSD).
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... you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1. Main Menu Up B Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Back Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed... to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes. A Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items...
... you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1. Main Menu Up B Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Back Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed... to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes. A Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items...
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... of the backlight. Brightness Contrast AUTO ADJUST Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of difference between darkness and lightness on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Press the key to increase contrast and press the key to activate automatic setup and ...adjust menu. Use this key to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100). Press the key to increase brightness and press the key to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max...
... of the backlight. Brightness Contrast AUTO ADJUST Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of difference between darkness and lightness on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Press the key to increase contrast and press the key to activate automatic setup and ...adjust menu. Use this key to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100). Press the key to increase brightness and press the key to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max...
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... you to adjust the color saturation of the image. Reset Color Settings Resets your own preset color mode. The screen appears warmer with a blue tint. The screen appears cooler with a red/yellow tint. Game: Loads color settings ideal for office environment. In the Movie preset... mode: Hue Saturation Demo Mode Allows you to '100'. Image Enhance The function will enhance the contours of the image. Use or to adjust ...
... you to adjust the color saturation of the image. Reset Color Settings Resets your own preset color mode. The screen appears warmer with a blue tint. The screen appears cooler with a red/yellow tint. Game: Loads color settings ideal for office environment. In the Movie preset... mode: Hue Saturation Demo Mode Allows you to '100'. Image Enhance The function will enhance the contours of the image. Use or to adjust ...
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.... OTHER SETTINGS Select this option to increase the level of time the menu remains on screen, and so on. Use the or buttons to adjust image up and down. Vertical Position Use the or buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum is not available (greyed out...Contrast is '0' (-). Pixel Clock Phase The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to restore default display settings. Minimum is '100' (+). Use or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to provide sharper and more detailed image quality. Reset Display Settings Select this option to adjust the ...
.... OTHER SETTINGS Select this option to increase the level of time the menu remains on screen, and so on. Use the or buttons to adjust image up and down. Vertical Position Use the or buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum is not available (greyed out...Contrast is '0' (-). Pixel Clock Phase The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to restore default display settings. Minimum is '100' (+). Use or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to provide sharper and more detailed image quality. Reset Display Settings Select this option to adjust the ...
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... for which the OSD remains active after you to set the time for 10 seconds) Dynamic dimming activated (The Dynamic dimming feature automatically reduces the screen-brightness level when the displayed image contains a high proportion of six languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese. When Lock is... Smart DDC/CI Allows you press a key on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings like the brightness, color balance etc. Use the and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from opaque to adjustments. All buttons are allowed.
... for which the OSD remains active after you to set the time for 10 seconds) Dynamic dimming activated (The Dynamic dimming feature automatically reduces the screen-brightness level when the displayed image contains a high proportion of six languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese. When Lock is... Smart DDC/CI Allows you press a key on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings like the brightness, color balance etc. Use the and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from opaque to adjustments. All buttons are allowed.
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...Windows® 8: 1. Right-click on the desktop and select Properties. 2. If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as shown below appears. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): Go to the support site for your graphics card. Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the Maximum resolution for more information...OK. If VGA or HDMI cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Set the screen resolution to classic desktop. 2. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode in 5 minutes if left at this state. For Windows® 8 only, ...
...Windows® 8: 1. Right-click on the desktop and select Properties. 2. If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as shown below appears. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): Go to the support site for your graphics card. Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the Maximum resolution for more information...OK. If VGA or HDMI cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Set the screen resolution to classic desktop. 2. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode in 5 minutes if left at this state. For Windows® 8 only, ...
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... has a built-in diagnostics: 1. NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostic tool that the screen is functioning properly. Turn off your computer and the monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after you are experiencing is in 5 minutes if left at this state. 5. Ensure that... helps you determine if the screen abnormality you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your...
... has a built-in diagnostics: 1. NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostic tool that the screen is functioning properly. Turn off your computer and the monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after you are experiencing is in 5 minutes if left at this state. 5. Ensure that... helps you determine if the screen abnormality you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your...
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... in another room. Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using any abnormalities. 7. Poor Focus Picture is functioning properly. Shaky/Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine movement Perform Auto Adjust... contrast controls via the INPUT SOURCE menu. Verify that the correct input source is functioning properly using the built-in green, blue, black, white, and text screens. Ensure that the power outlet is selected via OSD. Eliminate video extension cables. Reset the ...
... in another room. Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using any abnormalities. 7. Poor Focus Picture is functioning properly. Shaky/Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine movement Perform Auto Adjust... contrast controls via the INPUT SOURCE menu. Verify that the correct input source is functioning properly using the built-in green, blue, black, white, and text screens. Ensure that the power outlet is selected via OSD. Eliminate video extension cables. Reset the ...
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For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at : support.dell.com. Auto Adjust via OSD. Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD. Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD. NOTE: When using 'HDMI', the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are... Preset Settings in the video cable connector. Geometric Distortion Screen not centered correctly Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at : support.dell.com. Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. Perform Auto...
For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at : support.dell.com. Auto Adjust via OSD. Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD. Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD. NOTE: When using 'HDMI', the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are... Preset Settings in the video cable connector. Geometric Distortion Screen not centered correctly Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at : support.dell.com. Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. Perform Auto...
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...-in . 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 Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug back, and then turn on the...the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard. Ensure the computer is not in use a dynamically changing screensaver. The picture does not fill the entire screen The picture cannot fill the height or width of the screen Possible Solutions Reset the monitor to Contents Page If yes, press and hold unlock. Reset...
...-in . 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 Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug back, and then turn on the...the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard. Ensure the computer is not in use a dynamically changing screensaver. The picture does not fill the entire screen The picture cannot fill the height or width of the screen Possible Solutions Reset the monitor to Contents Page If yes, press and hold unlock. Reset...