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... instructions 5 About your monitor 6 Package contents 6 Product features 8 Operating system compatibility 11 Identifying parts and controls 11 Front view 11 Back view 12 Side view 13 Bottom view 13 Monitor specifications 14 Resolution specifications 17 Supported video modes 17 Preset display modes 17 Electrical specifications 18 Physical characteristics 19 Environmental characteristics 20 Pin assignments 21 Plug-and-play capability 22 LCD monitor quality and pixel policy 22 Ergonomics 22 Handling and moving your display...
... instructions 5 About your monitor 6 Package contents 6 Product features 8 Operating system compatibility 11 Identifying parts and controls 11 Front view 11 Back view 12 Side view 13 Bottom view 13 Monitor specifications 14 Resolution specifications 17 Supported video modes 17 Preset display modes 17 Electrical specifications 18 Physical characteristics 19 Environmental characteristics 20 Pin assignments 21 Plug-and-play capability 22 LCD monitor quality and pixel policy 22 Ergonomics 22 Handling and moving your display...
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... and height adjustment 30 Rotating the display 31 Connecting your monitor 32 Attaching the side I/O-cover 33 Organizing your cables 33 Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) 34 Removing the monitor stand 35 VESA wall mounting (optional 36 Operating the monitor 37 Power on the monitor 37 Using the joystick control 37 Using the rear-panel controls 38 Front‑panel button 40 Using the Main Menu 41 Using the OSD lock function 53 OSD warning messages 56 Setting the maximum resolution 58 Troubleshooting...
... and height adjustment 30 Rotating the display 31 Connecting your monitor 32 Attaching the side I/O-cover 33 Organizing your cables 33 Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) 34 Removing the monitor stand 35 VESA wall mounting (optional 36 Operating the monitor 37 Power on the monitor 37 Using the joystick control 37 Using the rear-panel controls 38 Front‑panel button 40 Using the Main Menu 41 Using the OSD lock function 53 OSD warning messages 56 Setting the maximum resolution 58 Troubleshooting...
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... the wall mounting section of the display. • Connect the power cable from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. See Connecting your monitor. • Do not place and use the correct VESA specifications as mentioned in this documentation may cause damage to your hearing ability. • Place the monitor on a solid surface and handle it carefully. Follow all warnings and instructions...
... the wall mounting section of the display. • Connect the power cable from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. See Connecting your monitor. • Do not place and use the correct VESA specifications as mentioned in this documentation may cause damage to your hearing ability. • Place the monitor on a solid surface and handle it carefully. Follow all warnings and instructions...
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.../S2725HS monitor has an active matrix, Thin Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor has the following features: • Supports the refresh rate of 100 Hz. • Color gamut of setup and screen optimization. • Removable stand and 100 mm Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions. • Tilt, swivel, rotate, and height adjustment capabilities. • Security-lock slot for ease of 99% sRGB (typical). • Digital connectivity...
.../S2725HS monitor has an active matrix, Thin Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor has the following features: • Supports the refresh rate of 100 Hz. • Color gamut of setup and screen optimization. • Removable stand and 100 mm Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions. • Tilt, swivel, rotate, and height adjustment capabilities. • Security-lock slot for ease of 99% sRGB (typical). • Digital connectivity...
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... Min.95% (CIE 1931) Eye Comfort User Guide User guide Yes Yes Yes Remark ¹ Software controls the blue light emission by Adobe Systems that encompasses a wider range of colors than the standard RGB color space. 6 Adobe RGB is in use on monitors, printers, and the World Wide Web. 5 DCI-P3, short for the television system that is used in digital cinema that encompasses a broader range of colors in the display.
... Min.95% (CIE 1931) Eye Comfort User Guide User guide Yes Yes Yes Remark ¹ Software controls the blue light emission by Adobe Systems that encompasses a wider range of colors than the standard RGB color space. 6 Adobe RGB is in use on monitors, printers, and the World Wide Web. 5 DCI-P3, short for the television system that is used in digital cinema that encompasses a broader range of colors in the display.
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... system compatibility on Dell and Alienware branded monitors may vary based on factors such as: • Specific release date(s) when operating system versions, patches, or updates are available. • Specific release date(s) when Dell and Alienware branded monitor firmware, software application, or driver updates are available on and functioning normally. Identifying parts and controls Front view 1 Label Description 1 Power LED indicator Use Solid white indicates that the monitor is turned on the Dell support...
... system compatibility on Dell and Alienware branded monitors may vary based on factors such as: • Specific release date(s) when operating system versions, patches, or updates are available. • Specific release date(s) when Dell and Alienware branded monitor firmware, software application, or driver updates are available on and functioning normally. Identifying parts and controls Front view 1 Label Description 1 Power LED indicator Use Solid white indicates that the monitor is turned on the Dell support...
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... the stand from the monitor. Lists the regulatory approvals. Use to contact Dell for EU Only: Raheen Business Park Limerick Ireland www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance 67923 6 7 8 Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm-behind attached VESA cover) Regulatory information label Regulatory label (including barcode, serial number, and Service Tag label) Joystick Power On/Off button Stand release button Side I /O. Back view 1 2 3 4 5 DELL S2425HS Flat Panel Monitor 型号: S2425HS Input Rating...
... the stand from the monitor. Lists the regulatory approvals. Use to contact Dell for EU Only: Raheen Business Park Limerick Ireland www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance 67923 6 7 8 Label 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Description VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm-behind attached VESA cover) Regulatory information label Regulatory label (including barcode, serial number, and Service Tag label) Joystick Power On/Off button Stand release button Side I /O. Back view 1 2 3 4 5 DELL S2425HS Flat Panel Monitor 型号: S2425HS Input Rating...
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... +90° Cable management Yes Dell Display Manager Easy Arrange and other key features (DDM) Compatibility* Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Speaker rated power 2 x 5 W * Dell Display Manager Dell Display Manager is an application software that enhances the experience of your choice with ease. About your Dell monitor- NOTE: Using Extreme mode might introduce minor and noticeable visual artifacts in customization. Adjust the monitor On-Screen Display (OSD) settings such as brightness, contrast, input source setting and so...
... +90° Cable management Yes Dell Display Manager Easy Arrange and other key features (DDM) Compatibility* Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Speaker rated power 2 x 5 W * Dell Display Manager Dell Display Manager is an application software that enhances the experience of your choice with ease. About your Dell monitor- NOTE: Using Extreme mode might introduce minor and noticeable visual artifacts in customization. Adjust the monitor On-Screen Display (OSD) settings such as brightness, contrast, input source setting and so...
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... base article under the documentation tab. Customize each application with different color mode using Input source. 5. You can download the software from one monitor to multiple input sources and manage these multiple video inputs using Color Preset. 6. Replicate the Dell Display Manager application settings from this model comes with Import/export application settings. For more information about Dell Display Manager, see https://www.dell.com/ support/ddm. Connect your monitor Moreover, this link and find detailed user guide...
... base article under the documentation tab. Customize each application with different color mode using Input source. 5. You can download the software from one monitor to multiple input sources and manage these multiple video inputs using Color Preset. 6. Replicate the Dell Display Manager application settings from this model comes with Import/export application settings. For more information about Dell Display Manager, see https://www.dell.com/ support/ddm. Connect your monitor Moreover, this link and find detailed user guide...
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... stand is not installed at the bottom of the stand base, and rotate it clockwise to tighten the screw firmly. Align the tabs on the stand base firmly. 3. Open the screw handle at the factory when shipped. Insert the stand riser on the stand base with the stand. Setting up the monitor | 27 NOTE: The following instructions are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the setup instructions that...
... stand is not installed at the bottom of the stand base, and rotate it clockwise to tighten the screw firmly. Align the tabs on the stand base firmly. 3. Open the screw handle at the factory when shipped. Insert the stand riser on the stand base with the stand. Setting up the monitor | 27 NOTE: The following instructions are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the setup instructions that...
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... video input mode to: • RGB: Select this option if your monitor color settings to 100. Use the joystick and to adjust the Saturation from 0 to manually adjust the color settings. Reset your media player supports only YCbCr output. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Color Presets Input Color Format Hue Saturation Reset Color RGB YCbCr Hue Saturation Reset Color Exit Use the joystick and to adjust the Hue from 0 to the factory defaults. Icon Menu and Submenus Input Color...
... video input mode to: • RGB: Select this option if your monitor color settings to 100. Use the joystick and to adjust the Saturation from 0 to manually adjust the color settings. Reset your media player supports only YCbCr output. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Color Presets Input Color Format Hue Saturation Reset Color RGB YCbCr Hue Saturation Reset Color Exit Use the joystick and to adjust the Hue from 0 to the factory defaults. Icon Menu and Submenus Input Color...
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... Custom Audio Reset Audio Exit • Standard: Default audio setting. • Movie: For motion picture viewing. • Game: For game. • Music: For music listening. • Voice: For speech. • Custom Audio: Allows you to the factory preset values. 46 | Operating the monitor Move the joystick and to set the volume level of audio source. Icon Menu and Submenus Audio Description Use the Audio Settings menu to adjust the audio settings. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize...
... Custom Audio Reset Audio Exit • Standard: Default audio setting. • Movie: For motion picture viewing. • Game: For game. • Music: For music listening. • Voice: For speech. • Custom Audio: Allows you to the factory preset values. 46 | Operating the monitor Move the joystick and to set the volume level of audio source. Icon Menu and Submenus Audio Description Use the Audio Settings menu to adjust the audio settings. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize...
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... feature by the software on your computer. Icon Menu and Submenus Others DDC/CI Description Select this option to adjust the OSD settings such as the DDC/CI, LCD Conditioning, and so on. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information DDC/CI LCD Conditioning Self-Diagnostic Reset Others Factory Reset On O Select √ ENERGY STAR® Exit DDC/CI (Display Data Channel...
... feature by the software on your computer. Icon Menu and Submenus Others DDC/CI Description Select this option to adjust the OSD settings such as the DDC/CI, LCD Conditioning, and so on. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information DDC/CI LCD Conditioning Self-Diagnostic Reset Others Factory Reset On O Select √ ENERGY STAR® Exit DDC/CI (Display Data Channel...
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... Description 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Display Info Dell Monitor Support Select √ Select √ Display Info Exit Displays the monitor's current settings. Support S2425HS S2725HS Dell Monitor Support Dell Monitor Support Scan QR Code below for monitor support. 52 | Operating the monitor S2425HS Display Info Display Info S2725HS Input Source: Resolution: Monitor Capability: HDMI1 1920x1080, 60Hz 24-bit HDMI 1.4 TMDS Input Source: Resolution: Monitor Capability: HDMI1 1920x1080...
... Description 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Display Info Dell Monitor Support Select √ Select √ Display Info Exit Displays the monitor's current settings. Support S2425HS S2725HS Dell Monitor Support Dell Monitor Support Scan QR Code below for monitor support. 52 | Operating the monitor S2425HS Display Info Display Info S2725HS Input Source: Resolution: Monitor Capability: HDMI1 1920x1080, 60Hz 24-bit HDMI 1.4 TMDS Input Source: Resolution: Monitor Capability: HDMI1 1920x1080...
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... User's Guide. To unlock the Button, refer to lock. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Language Rotation Transparency Timer Lock Reset Menu Menu Buttons Power Button Menu + Power Buttons Disable Exit 2. Operating the monitor | 53 Using the OSD lock function You can lock the front-panel control buttons to prevent access to lock the Menu Buttons? To lock the buttons using the Lock menu: 1. Are you sure you want to the OSD menu and/ or power button. Once locked, pressing any control button displays the lock...
... User's Guide. To unlock the Button, refer to lock. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Language Rotation Transparency Timer Lock Reset Menu Menu Buttons Power Button Menu + Power Buttons Disable Exit 2. Operating the monitor | 53 Using the OSD lock function You can lock the front-panel control buttons to prevent access to lock the Menu Buttons? To lock the buttons using the Lock menu: 1. Are you sure you want to the OSD menu and/ or power button. Once locked, pressing any control button displays the lock...
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... update your graphics driver to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers. 58 | Operating the monitor To set the maximum resolution for your graphics card. If you have . Click the Display Resolution dropdown list and select 1920 x 1080. 4. If you are using a non-Dell computer (laptop or desktop): • Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers...
... update your graphics driver to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers. 58 | Operating the monitor To set the maximum resolution for your graphics card. If you have . Click the Display Resolution dropdown list and select 1920 x 1080. 4. If you are using a non-Dell computer (laptop or desktop): • Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers...
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... screen. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the procedures in 4 minutes. Self-test Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your computer and the monitor. 2. www.dell.com/S2425HS www.dell.com/S2725HS or No HDMI 2 Cable The display will go into Standby mode in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. then turn...
... screen. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the procedures in 4 minutes. Self-test Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your computer and the monitor. 2. www.dell.com/S2425HS www.dell.com/S2725HS or No HDMI 2 Cable The display will go into Standby mode in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. then turn...
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... are experiencing is displayed. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until a red screen is displayed. 4. Press the joystick to start the diagnostics. A gray screen is displayed. 6. Check the video card and computer. 60 | Troubleshooting The test is complete when a text screen is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your computer and video card. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information DDC/CI LCD Conditioning Self-Diagnostic Reset Others Factory Reset On O Select...
... are experiencing is displayed. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until a red screen is displayed. 4. Press the joystick to start the diagnostics. A gray screen is displayed. 6. Check the video card and computer. 60 | Troubleshooting The test is complete when a text screen is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your computer and video card. 24/27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information DDC/CI LCD Conditioning Self-Diagnostic Reset Others Factory Reset On O Select...
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... and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at : https:// www.dell.com/support/monitors. Picture too dim • Reset the monitor to factory settings. or too bright • Adjust brightness and contrast controls through 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. Troubleshooting | 61 LCD screen has • Cycle power...
... and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at : https:// www.dell.com/support/monitors. Picture too dim • Reset the monitor to factory settings. or too bright • Adjust brightness and contrast controls through 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. Troubleshooting | 61 LCD screen has • Cycle power...
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...; Check the Aspect Ratio setting in Windows Power Options or Mac Energy Saver setting. • Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver. Wrong color Picture color not good • Change the settings of screen idle time. Intermittent problems The monitor • Ensure that the video cable connecting the turns on image that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure. • Check for is displayed a long period of • Do not perform any troubleshooting...
...; Check the Aspect Ratio setting in Windows Power Options or Mac Energy Saver setting. • Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver. Wrong color Picture color not good • Change the settings of screen idle time. Intermittent problems The monitor • Ensure that the video cable connecting the turns on image that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure. • Check for is displayed a long period of • Do not perform any troubleshooting...