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Dell SP2008WFPF User's Manual

1. If both VGA and DVI cables are connected to one PC the monitor displays an image automatically as long as a video signal is present in either the VGA or DVI outputs When connecting one display to two PCs if using screen savers Video input select best to set both to the exact times Whichever mouse is moved first will activate that video input first NOTE The floating Dell Self test Feature Check dialog appears on a black background if the monitor cannot E sense a video signal Using the input select button select the desired input to be tested either Analog Input or Digital Input Disconnect the video cable from the video card and the Dell Self test Feature Check dialogue box will appear if the display is operating correctly DOLL 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Self Test Feature Check DOLL 1 Auto Detect Analog Input Self Test Feature Check or DOLL DOLL 2 Analog Input 3 Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check The Menu button is used to open and exit the on screen display OSD and exit from menus and sub menus See Using the OSD Menu Use these buttons to adjust decrease increase ranges items in the OSD menu Use this button to launch Brightness menu Brightness Menu Use this button to activate automatic setup and adjustment The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self adjusts to the current input Auto Adjust Auto Adjust In Progress Auto Adju
2. Intel Pentium 4 or AMD equivalent processor running at 1 8 GHz or higher Recommended Intel Pentium 4 2 8 GHz with Hyper Threading enabled Microsoft Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista 256 MB RAM 512 MB RAM or higher recommended 580 MB free hard disk space Available USB 1 1 port or a USB 1 1 hub with external power supply USB 2 0 required for maximum frame rate and resolution CD ROM DVD ROM drive for software installation Monitor Resolution Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Optimal preset resolution Highest preset resolution Video Supported Modes Video display capabilities DVI HD playback Preset Display Modes 30 kHz to 83 kHz automatic 56 Hz to 76 Hz automatic 1680 x 1050 at 60 Hz 1680 x 1050 at 60 Hz 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p Supports HDCP For quick adjustments of different modes the monitor has default setting modes as shown in the following table Display Mode Horizontal Frequency kHz VESA 720 x 400 VESA 640 x 480 VESA 640 x 480 VESA 800 x 600 VESA 800 x 600 VESA 1024 x 768 VESA 1024 x 768 VESA 1152 x 864 VESA 1280 x 1024 VESA 1280 x 1024 VESA 1680 x 1050 VESA 1680 x 1050 Electrical Video input signals Synchronization input signals AC input voltage frequency current Inrush current Physical Characteristics The following table shows the physical characteristics of monitor Connector type Signal cable type Dimens
3. m m uo 24 pin Digital only DVI Connector E NOTE Pin 1 is at the top right The following table shows pin assignments in the DVI connector Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment 1 T M D S Data 2 9 T M D S Data 1 17 T M D S Data 0 2 T M D S Data 2 10 T M D S Data 1 18 T M D S Data 0 3 T M D S Data 2 Shield 11 T M D S Data 1 Shield 19 T M D S Data 0 Shield 4 No Connect 12 No Connect 20 No Connect 5 No Connect 13 No Connect 21 No Connect 6 DDC Clock 14 5V Power 22 T M D S Clock Shield 7 DDC Data 15 Self Test 23 T M D S Clock 8 No Connect 16 Hot Plug Detect 24 T M D S Clock Universal Serial Bus USB I nterface This monitor supports High Speed Certified USB 2 0 interface Data Rate Power Consumption High speed 480 Mbps 2 5W Max each port Full speed 12 Mbps 2 5W Max each port Low speed 1 5 Mbps 2 5W Max each port CERTIFIED USB ports 1 upstream rear 4 downstream 2 on rear 2 on left side EA NOTE USB 2 0 capability requires 2 0 capable computer Fa NOTE The USB interface of the monitor works ONLY when monitor is powered ON or in Power Save Mode Switching your monitor OFF and then ON would re enumerate its USB interface attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system The monitor automatically provi
4. Computer s sound card is used as the audio source Other audio source is used Sound from only one side of Soundbar Volume is too low WHAT YOU EXPERI ENCE High Speed USB 2 0 peripherals working slowly or not at WHAT YOU EXPERI ENCE POSSI BLE SOLUTI ONS Image is centered on screen but does not fill Perform monitor reset on All Settings entire viewing area OSD does not appear on the screen Turn off the monitor unplug the power cord and then plug back and turn on the monitor WHATYOUEXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS USB peripherals are not working Check that your monitor is turned ON Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer Reconnect the USB peripherals downstream connector Switch off and then turn on the monitor again Check that your computer is USB 2 0 capable Verify USB 2 0 source on your computer Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer Reconnect the USB peripherals downstream connector Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position check if the power indicator blue LED on the front of the Soundbar is illuminated Confirm that the power cable from the Soundbar is plugged into the monitor Confirm that the monitor has power If the monitor has no power see Troubleshooting your monitor for monitor common problem Plug the audio line in cable into the computer s audio out jack Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum Play s
5. Advanced Settings Input Color Format Dynamic Contrast Response Time Dynamic Contrast The feature helps get a higher contrast if you choose Gaming preset Theatre Preset Sports Preset and Nature F brightness is not available for user adjustment in above mode Response Time This function improves the response time in Multimedia preset gaming preset sports preset and theatre presets On Enable the enhancement pattern for response time Off Disable the enhancement pattern for response time OSD Adjust the settings for the OSD including the location the amount of time the menu remains on screen Settings Position of the OSD Horizontal Position To adjust the horizontal position of the OSD use the and buttons and move OSD to the left and right Vertical To adjust the vertical position of the OSD use the and buttons and move OSD down and up Position OSD Hold Time ale OSD Hold The OSD stays active for as long as it is in use Adjusting the hold time sets the length of time the OSD remains active after the last ee Tine i pressed a button Use the and buttons to adjust the slider in 5 second increments from 5 to 60 seconds WW OSD Lock OSD Lock 25 oc Controls user access to adjustments When Yes is selected no user adjustments are allowed All buttons are locked except the B button _ e u NOTE When the OSD is locked pressing the menu button takes the user directly to the OSD settings menu wi
6. Dell Soundbar and USB active Active Active Active Blue 75 W maximum Normal operation Active Active Active Blue 38 W typical Active off mode Inactive Inactive Blanked Amber Less than 2 W Switch off Off Less than 1 W NOTE The OSD only functions in the normal operation mode One of the following messages appears when the menu or plus buttons are pressed wh Active off mode 1 Auto Detect Analog Input 1 Auto Detect Digital Input In Power Save Mode In Power Save Mode Press Computer Power Button Press Computer Power Button or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse 2 Analog Input 3 Digital Input In Power Save Mode In Power Save Mode Press Computer Power Button Press Computer Power Button or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD This monitor is ENERGY STAR compliant as well as TCO 99 power management compatible ENERGY STAR Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor Pin Assignments 15 pin D Sub Connector The following table shows pin assignments in the D Sub connector Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15 pin Side Signal Cable Video Red Video Green Video Blue GND Self Test GND R GND G GND B DDC 5V GND GND DDC data H sync Oo oOo N OD UW BPW N Be e e FP FP eB Bh WN fF O V sync DDC clock
7. a ETE Settings 6 Color Settings Ly Advanced Settings a OSD Settings A EIERE Audio Factory Reset 1 Auto Detect Digital Resolution 1024x768 60Hz Optimum 1680x1050 60Hz Main Menu for Digital DVI Input g Color Settings ly Advanced Settings OSD Settings a ELIEL w EE Factory Reset 3 Digital Input Resolution 1024x768 60Hz Optimum 1680x1050 60Hz NOTE Auto Adjust Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you are using the analog VGA connector 2 Press the and buttons to move between the setting options As you move from one icon to another the option name is highlighted See the table below for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor 3 Press the Menu button once to activate the highlighted option 4 Press and button to select the desired parameter 5 Press Menu to enter the slide bar and then use the and buttons according to the indicators on the menu to make your changes 6 Press the Menu button once to return to the main menu to select another option or Press the Menu button two or three times to exit from the OSD menu Icon Menu and Description Submenus A Exit Brightness Contrast Auto Adjust Positioning Horizontal Vertical I mage settings Pixel Clock Coarse Phase Fine Select to exit the Main menu Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight Adjust Brightness first then adjust Contrast only if fu
8. message appears but the screen is blank This could also indicate that the monitor is not synchronizing with the computer or that the monitor is in a power save mode General Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter COMMON SYMPTOMS No Video Power LED off No Video Power LED on Poor Focus Shaky Jittery Video Missing Pixels Brightness Problems Geometric Distortion Horizontal Vertical Lines Sync Problems LCD Scratched Safety Related Issues Intermittent Problems Image Retention from a static image PROBLEM DESCRIPTION No picture monitor is dead No picture or no brightness Picture is fuzzy blurry or ghosting Wavy picture or fine movement LCD screen has spots Picture too dim or too bright Screen not centered correctly Screen has one or more lines Screen is scrambled or appears torn Screen has scratches or smudges Visible signs of smoke or sparks Monitor malfunctions on and off Faint Shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Check connection integrity at the both ends of the video cable verify that the monitor and computer are plugged into a working electrical outlet and that you have pressed the power button Press the input select button in the front of the monitor and ensure the correct input source is selected Increase brightness amp contras
9. on the left side of the page Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need up Ww Np Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor 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 After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter attempt to set the resolution to 1680x1050 again Ej NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1680x1050 please contact Dell to inquire about a Graphics Adapter that supports these resolutions Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor If you have non Dell desktop portable computer or graphic card 1 Right click on the desktop and click Properties 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Select Advanced 4 Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window e g NVIDIA ATI Intel etc 5 Please refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver for example http www ATI com OR http www NVIDIA com 6 After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter attempt to set the resolution to 1680x1050 again i NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1680x10
10. 100 Positioning Exit Horizontal Vertical ih Sy t nd 50 Zoom 50 NOTE When using DVI source the Horizontal and Vertical settings are not available The Phase Pixel Clock and Sharpness adjustments allow you to more closely adjust your monitor to your preference Select Image S in the main OSD menu to access these settings NOTE Pixel Clock controls the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep If the frequency is not correct the screen sho vertical stripes and the images is not proportional Use the and buttons to make adjustments Minimum 0 Maximum 100 If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment use Pixel Clock Coarse and then use Phase fine again NOTE This function may change the width of the display image Use the Horizontal function of the Position menu to center the di image on the screen Sharpness Scaling Ratio Color Settings Normal Preset Multimedia Preset Gaming Preset Red Preset Blue Preset User Preset Image Settings Exit Pixel Clock Phase Sharpness Scaling Ratio The Sharpness adjustment allow you to improve the sharpness of texts There are five levels for adjustment totally 0 25 50 75 1 The Scaling Ratio adjustment allow you to change the image scale with various default settings NOTE When using DVI source the Pixel Clock Phase and Sharpness settings are not available NOTE Scaling Ratio is not av
11. 50 please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1680x1050 Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1680X1050 Optimal For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems set the display resolution to 1680 x 1050 pixels by performing the following steps 1 Right click on the desktop and click Properties 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Move the slider bar to the right by pressing and holding left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1680X1050 4 Click OK If you do not see 1680X1050 as an option you may need to update your graphics driver Please choose the scenario below that best describes the computer system you are using and follow the provided directions 1 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with internet access 2 If you have non Dell desktop portable computer or graphic card Back to Contents Page Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor User Guide Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1680X1050 Optimal Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2007 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidd
12. Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor About Your Monitor Solving Problems Front View Troubleshooting Your Monitor Back View General Problems Side View Product Specific Problems Bottom View USB Problems Monitor Specifications Troubleshooting Your Soundbar Cleaning Your Monitor Using Your Monitor Stand Appendix Attaching the Stand Safety Instruction Organizing Your Cables FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory Information Using the Tilt Contacting Dell Removing the Stand Setting Up Your Monitor Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Webcam Application Using the Front Panel Using the OSD Setting the Optimal Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar Optional Notes Notices and Cautions Ei NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer NOTICE A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem _ CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2007 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo Inspiron Dell Precision Dimension OptiPlex Latitude PowerEdge PowerVault PowerApp and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are regis
13. ailable if the resolution of video signal is greater than 1680x1050 However 16 9 and Fill will be availak video timing Color Settings adjust the color temperature Color Settings has the following options Color Management You can choose to enable or disable this option Color Settings Mode You can choose between a Graphics and a Video mode If your computer is connected to your monitor choose Graphics If a DVD STB or VCR is connected to your monitor choose Video Color Presets You can choose different color presets for different viewing modes Color Settings Graphics Exit Color Management Colors Settings Mode Color Presets Multimedia Preset Gaming Preset Red Preset Blue Preset User Preset In the Graphics mode you can choose Normal Preset Multimedia Preset Gaming Preset Red Preset Blue Preset or User Pres Normal Preset is selected to obtain the default factory color settings This setting is also the SRGB standard default color s Select Multimedia Preset to view media applications Select Gaming Preset for playing games in your computer Select Red Preset for a reddish tint This color setting is used for color intensive applications photograph image editing multir movies etc Select Blue Preset for a bluish tint This color setting is used for text based applications spreadsheets programming text edit User Preset Use the plus and minus buttons to increase or decrease each of th
14. ar any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the maximum volume setting Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum Increase the volume of the audio application Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player A a Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Using Your Monitor Stand Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Attaching the Stand Organizing Your Cables Using the Tilt Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand EA NOTE The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory 1 Fit the groove on the monitor to the two tabs on the stand 2 Lower the monitor until it locks in to place on the stand Organizing Your Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment use the cable hole to neatly organize all cables as shown above Using the Tilt With the built in pedestal you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle 4 21 E NOTE Stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory Removing the Stand E NOTE After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion complete the following step to remove the stand 1 Press the stand release button 2 Lift the stand away from the monitor while pressing the stand release button Back to Contents Page
15. back of the monitor 4 Insert the lime green mini stereo plug from the rear of the Soundbar into the computer s audio output jack NOTI CE Do not use with any device other than Dell Soundbar E NOTE Soundbar Power Connector 12V DC output is for optional Soundbar only Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Troubleshooting Your Monitor General Problems Product Specific Problems USB Problems Troubleshooting Your Soundbar Zi cauTI ON Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions Troubleshooting Your Monitor Self Test Feature Check STFC Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor screen remains dark run the monitor self test by performing the following steps 1 2 3 Turn off both your computer and monitor Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer To ensure proper Self Test operation remove both Digital white connector and the Analog blue connector cables from the back of computer Turn on the monitor E NOTE The floating Dell Self test Feature Check dialog box should appear on a black background if the monitor cannot sense a video signal Using the input select button select the desired input to be tested either Analog Input or Digi
16. des the computer system with its Extended Display Identification Data EDID using Display Data Channel DDC protocols so the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings Most monitor installations are automatic you can select different settings if desired General Model number Flat Panel Screen type Screen dimensions Preset display area Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Viewing angle Luminance output Dynamic contrast ratio Faceplate coating Backlight Response Time Webcam MIC Specifications Lens Field of view Focus mode Focus area Focusing distance normal mode Image Sensor Video specification Image flip Digital zoom Audio Specification Interface Power Supply Webcam MIC System Requirements Active array size Video frame rate Microphone type SP2008WFP Active matrix TFT LCD 20 1 inches 20 1 inch viewable image size 433 44 mm 17 06 inches 270 9 mm 10 67 inches 0 258 mm 160 vertical typ 160 horizontal typ 300 CD m 2 typ 2000 to 1 typ ARC Glare 2H CCFL 4 edgelight system 2ms typical Grey to Grey 66 5 degree 5 Fixed Focus 49cm Infinity 1100 mm 2 0 mega pixel 1600 x 1200 UXGA up to 10 frames per second 640 x 480 VGA and below up to 30 frames per second Horizontally 2x Dual Microphone USB 2 0 high Speed 5 0 volts 5 The following are the minimum system requirements for Webcam MIC feature
17. e of your monitor keep this feature enabled NOTE If user select Disable display Warning message box as below Select Yes disable DDC CI and return to Factory Reset menu Warning message time out in 20 sec The function of adjusting display settings using PC applications will be disabled Do you want to disable DDC CI OSD Warning Messages One of the following warning messages may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of synchronization 1 Auto Detect Analog Input dr 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Cannot Display This Video Mode Cannot Display This Video Mode Analog Input r 3 Digital Input Cannot Display This Video Mode Cannot Display This Video Mode This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to use See Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor Recommended mode is 1680 X 1050 60Hz E NOTE The floating Dell Self test Feature Check dialog appears on screen if the monitor cannot sense a video signal DOLL DOLL 1 Auto Detect Analog Input 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check DOLL DOLL 2 Analog Input 3 Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check Occasionally no warning message appears but the screen is blank This could also indicate that the moni
18. e three colors R G B independently in singl increments from 0 to 100 Color Settings Exit Color Management Color Presets Red Preset Blue Preset User Preset NOTE Optimized color settings such as Multimedia and Gaming presets are unavailable when you disable Color Management selec Color Settings Video Exit Color Management Colors Settings Mode Graphics Color Presets Sports Preset Nature Preset Hue E M 50 Saturation L ME 55 In Video mode you can choose Theatre Sports or Nature Preset Select Theater Preset for playing a movie Select Sports Preset for viewing sports Select Nature Preset for general viewing Theatre Preset You can adjust the Hue Saturation based on the preference Sports Preset Nature Preset makes video image shade into greenish makes video image shade into purplish Hue makes video image look more monochrome makes video image look more colorful Saturation Advanced Settings Input Color Format Dynamic Contrast Response Time Color Settings Exit Color Management Color Presets Red Preset Blue Preset User Preset NOTE Optimized color settings such as Theatre Sports and Nature presets are unavailable when you disable Color Management selection Choose the RGB option if monitor is connected to a PC or a DVD using a VGA or a DVI cable Choose the YPbPr option if monitor is c to a DVD by a YPbPr cable
19. en Trademarks used in this text Dell the DELL logo Inspiron Dell Precision Dimension OptiPlex Latitude PowerEdge PowerVault PowerApp and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated which may be registered in certain jurisdictions ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U S Environmental Protection Agency As an ENERGY STAR partner Dell Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model SP2008WFP June 2007 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Webcam Application Using the Front Panel Using the OSD Menu Setting the Optimal Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar Optional Connecting Your Monitor Zi caut ON Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable 2 Connect either the white DVI or the blue VGA cable to the connectors on the computer and the monitor 3 Connect the USB cable that was included with y
20. ions with stand Height Width Depth Dimensions without stand 31 5 31 5 37 5 37 9 46 9 48 4 60 0 67 5 64 0 80 0 65 3 64 7 Vertical Frequency Hz Pixel Clock Sync Polarity MHz Horizontal Vertical 70 0 28 3 60 0 25 2 75 0 31 5 60 0 40 0 75 0 49 5 60 0 65 0 75 0 78 8 75 0 108 60 0 108 75 0 135 0 60 146 3 59 9 119 Analog RGB 0 7 Volts 5 positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance Digital DVI D TMDS 600mvV for each differential line positive polarity at 50 ohm input impedance Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations polarity free TTL level SOG Composite SYNC on green 100 to 240 VAC 50 or 60 Hz 3 Hz 1 5A 120V 30A Max 240V 60A Max 15 pin D subminiature blue connector DVI D white connector Digital Detachable DVI D Solid pins shipped detached from the monitor Analog Detachable D Sub 15pins shipped attached to the monitor 15 39 inches 390 98 mm 18 62 inches 473 05 mm 5 80 inches 147 36 mm 12 56 inches 319 2 mm Height Width 18 62 inches 473 05 mm Depth 2 59 inches 65 9 mm Stand dimensions 11 69 inches 297 03 mm Height Width 10 42 inches 264 84 mm Depth 5 8 inches 147 36 mm Weight with packaging 17 73 Ibs 8 05 kg Weight with stand assembly and cables 15 49 Ibs 7 03 kg Weight without stand assembly 11 45 Ibs 5 20 kg For wall mount or VESA mount considerations
21. nitor To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor use a dynamically changing screen saver and power off your monitor when not in use Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Safety Instructions FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell cauti ON Safety Instructions A CAUTION Use of controls adjustments or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock electrical hazards and or mechanical hazards For safety instructions see the Product Information Guide FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory I nformation For FCC Notice and other regulatory information see the regulatory compliance website located at www dell com regulatory_ compliance Contacting Dell For customers in the United States call 800 WWW DELL 800 999 3355 NOTE If you do not have an active Internet connection you can find contact information on your purchase invoice packing slip bill or Dell product catalog Dell provides several online and telephone based support and service options Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your area To contact Dell for sales technical support or customer service issues Visit support dell com Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country Region drop down menu at the bottom of the page Click Contact Us
22. no cables Weight of stand assembly 2 89 Ibs 1 31 kg Environmental Refer to the operation conditions given below to use the monitor correctly Temperature Operating 5 to 35 C 41 to 95 F Nonoperating Storage 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Shipping 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity Operating 10 to 80 noncondensing Nonoperating Storage 5 to 90 noncondensing Shipping 5 to 90 noncondensing Altitude Operating 3 657 6m 12 000 ft max Nonoperating 12 192 m 40 000 ft max Thermal dissipation 256 08 BTU hour maximum 129 75 BTU hour typical Cleaning Your Monitor AN CAUTION Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor AN CAUTION Before cleaning the monitor unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet To clean your antistatic screen slightly dampen a soft clean cloth with water If possible use a special screen cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating Do not use benzene thinner ammonia abrasive cleaners or compressed air Use a slightly dampened warm cloth to clean the plastics Avoid using detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the plastics If you notice a white powder when you unpack your monitor wipe it off with a cloth This white powder occurs during the shipping of the monitor Handle your monitor with care as darker colored monitor may scratch and show white scuff marks more than lighter colored mo
23. ome audio content on the computer i e audio CD or MP3 Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to a higher volume setting Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card Set all Windows volume controls to their midpoints Decrease the volume of the audio application Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar counter clockwise to a lower volume setting Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Troubleshoot the computer s sound card Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the audio source Decrease the volume of the audio source Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar counter clockwise to a lower volume setting Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card or audio source Set all Windows audio balance controls L R to their midpoints Clean and reseat the audio line in plug Troubleshoot the computer s sound card Test the Soundbar using another audio source i e portable CD player Cle
24. our monitor to the computer and the upstream USB connector on the monitor Once this cable is connected t computer and the monitor you can use the USB connectors on the monitor 4 Connect any USB devices 5 Connect the power cables 6 Turn on your monitor and computer If you do not see an image push the input select button and ensure the correct input source is selected If you still do see an image see Troubleshooting your monitor Installing the Webcam Application Microsoft Windows Operating Systems The setup exe application tool launcher provided in the CD allows you to the install Webcam Application on the computer 1 Insert the Webcam resource media into the CD drive NOTE Ensure that the USB cable is connected between the monitor and the computer The Install Shield Wizard automatically launches the setup application Choose your desired Language and click Next to continue Read Software License Agreement and click Yes to continue Click Browse to change the destination folder where the software will be installed to and click Next to continue Select Full Installation click Next and follow the instructions to complete the installation Click Finish to restart the computer after installation is complete Alternatively choose Custom Installation to customize the installation You are now ready to use the Webcam The Webcam application provides the following functions Dell Webcam Center Dell Webcam Center makes i
25. provals 6 Stand removal button Press to release the stand 7 Cable management hole Help organize cables by placing them through the hole Bottom View Pa Ce Bhim i 1 2 3 f 5 6 Power connector Insert the power cable 2 Dell Soundbar Connect the power cord for the Soundbar optional power connector DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable 4 VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable USB upstream Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the connector computer Once this cable is connected you can use the USB connectors on the side and bottom of the monitor 6 USB connector Connect your USB devices a Ei NOTE You can use this connector only after you connect the USB cable to the computer and the USB upstream connector on the monitor Side View USB connectors downstream Left side Right side Monitor Specifications Power Management Modes If you have VESA s DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC the monitor automatically reduces its power consumption when not in use This is referred to as Power Save Mode The monitor automatically resumes functioning when the computer detects input from the keyboard mouse or other input devices The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption Normal operation with
26. rther adjustment is necessary Push the button to increase luminance and push the button to decrease luminance min 0 max 100 Contrast adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen Push the button to increase the contrast and push the button to decrease the contrast min 0 max 100 Brightness Contrast Exit Brightness Contrast Even though your computer recognizes your monitor on startup the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display settings for use particular setup Select to activate automatic setup and adjustment The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self adjusts to the input Auto Adjust In Progress Auto Adjustment allows the monitor to self adjust to the incoming video signal After using Auto Adjustment you can further tune yo by using the Pixel Clock Coarse and Phase Fine controls under Image Settings NOTE In most cases Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration NOTE When using DVI Auto Adjust is not available Positioning moves the viewing area around on the monitor screen When making changes to either the Horizontal or Vertical settings no changes occur to the size of the viewing area The image shift response to your selection When making changes to Zoom setting you can increase or decrease the size of image The image scale changes in response to yot selection Minimum is O and maximum is
27. s Settings Mode Graphics Color Presets Normal Preset All settings Change all the user adjustable settings including color position brightness contrast and OSD hold time to the facto defaults The language of the OSD does not change IR This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention Enable LCD Conditioning f an image appears to be stuck on the monitor select LCD Conditioning to help eliminate any image rete Using the LCD Conditioning feature may take several hours Severe cases of image retention are known as burn in the LCD Conditi feature does not remove burn in NOTE Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a problem with image retention Below warning message appears when you select Enable LCD Conditioning This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention Depending on the degree of image retention the program may take some time to run Do you want to continue No NOTE Press any button on the monitor to terminate LCD Conditioning at any time LCD Conditioning is currently in progress Press any button on the monitor to terminate LCD Conditioning at any time DDC CI Enable the DDC CI control function DDC CI Display Data Channel Command Interface allows you to adjust the monitor parameters brightness color balance etc via applications on your PC Default is Enable Select Disable to disable this feature For best user experience and optimum performanc
28. stment ic button allows the monitor to self adjust to the incoming video signal After using Auto Adjustment you can further tune your monitor by using the Pixel Clock Coarse Phase Fine controls in the OSD NOTE Auto Adjust does not occur if you press the button while there are no active video input signals or attached cables Use the power button to turn the monitor on and off The blue light indicates the monitor is on and fully functional An amber light indicates power save mode Power Button and Indicator Using the OSD Menu E NOTE If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu the monitor automatically saves those changes The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear 1 Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu Main Menu for Auto Detect Analog VGA Input Main Menu for Auto Detect Digital DVI Input iain Z2 Auto Adjust Positioning A Image Settings G Color Settings ly Advanced Settings OSD Settings a Language FIC Factory Reset 1 Auto Detect Analog Resolution 1024x768 60Hz Optimum 1680x1050 60Hz Main Menu for Analog VGA Input Auto Adjust te Positioning A Image Settings oa Color Settings ly Advanced Settings OSD Settings Ea Language KO Audio Factory Reset 2 Analog Input Resolution 1024x768 60Hz Optimum 1680x1050 60Hz Brightness
29. t controls Perform monitor self test feature check Check for bent or broken pins on the end of the video cable Reboot your computer and monitor Push Auto Adjust button Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD Eliminate video extension cables Perform monitor reset Lower video resolution or increase font size Push Auto Adjust button Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD Perform monitor reset Check environmental factors Relocate and test in another room Cycle power on off These are pixels that are permanently off and this is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology Perform monitor reset Push Auto Adjust button Adjust brightness amp contrast controls Perform monitor reset on Position Settings Only Push Auto Adjust button Adjust the centering controls Ensure monitor is in proper video mode Perform monitor reset Push Auto Adjust button Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD Perform monitor self test feature check and determine if these lines are also in self test mode Check for bent or broken pins Perform monitor reset Push Auto Adjust button Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD Perform monitor self test feature check to determine if scrambled screen appears in self test mode Check for bent or broken pins Boot up in the safe mode Turn monitor off and clean the screen For cleaning instruction see Cleaning Your Monitor Do not perform any troubleshooting s
30. t easy to capture photos and video with your Dell Webcam With Webcam Center you can perform photo and video captures or perform advanced tasks such as remote monitoring motion detection and time lapse video capturing Dell Webcam Manager Dell Webcam Manager is a central access point for all your webcam related applications Locate and launch your favorite webcam applications quickly and easily from Webcam Manager while you use your webcam Dell Webcam Console The Dell Webcam Console provides a customized set of attractive features such as Advanced Video and Audio Effects face tracking and parental control and enhancing your video chatting experience Live Cam Avatar Live Cam Avatar lets you disguise yourself as a superstar a furry friend or any customized animated character while you video chat using any instant messaging software The avatar tracks your head movement and lip sync anything you say instantly at the same time Live Cam Avatar Creator Live Cam Avatar allows you to create your very own personalized avatar from digital photos you have chosen accompanied by the advanced speech technology which provides lip sync to your animated avatar Using the Front Panel Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings F3 5 O ceea The following table describes the front panel buttons D Use the Input Select button to choose between two different video signals that may be connected to your monitor
31. tal Input Disconnect the video cable from the video card and the Dell Self test Feature Check dialogue box will appear if the display is operating correctly DOLL DOLL 1 Auto Detect Analog Input 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check DOLL DOLL 2 Analog Input 3 Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged 4 Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable then turn on both your computer and the monitor If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure check your video controller and computer system your monitor is functioning properly OSD Warning Messages One of the following warning messages may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of synchronization 1 Auto Detect Analog Input or 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Cannot Display This Video Mode Cannot Display This Video Mode 2 Analog Input r 3 Digital Input Cannot Display This Video Mode Cannot Display This Video Mode This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to use See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor Recommended mode is 1680 X 1050 60Hz Occasionally no warning
32. teps 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 determine if the intermittent problem occurs in self test mode Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor at all times when not in use Alternatively use a dynamically changing screensaver left on the monitor for a long period of time In OSD Menu under Reset to Factory Settings select Enable LCD Conditioning Using this option may take several hours before the image is eliminated Camera MIC Problems Camera MIC not working norte Image Burn in is not covered by your warranty Ensure the USB upstream cable is connected to the PC Install the Camera MIC driver provided in the CD Product Specific Problemss SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS Screen image is too small Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel USB Problems slow SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS USB interface is not working High Speed USB 2 0 interface is all Troubleshooting Your Soundbar WHAT YOU EXPERI ENCE POSSI BLE SOLUTI ONS COMMON SYMPTOMS No Sound No Sound Distorted Sound Distorted Sound Unbalanced Sound Output Low Volume No power to Soundbar the power indicator is off built in DC power supply i e SP2008WFP Soundbar has power power indicator is on
33. tered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated which may be registered in certain jurisdictions ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U S Environmental Protection Agency As an ENERGY STAR partner Dell Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products Dell Inc disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own Model SP2008WFP June 2007 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Front View Back View Bottom View Side View Monitor Specifications Cleaning Your Monitor Front View 2 g L e z E 1 2 3 4 5 Video input select OSD menu select button Brightness amp Contrast Down button Auto Adjust Up button Power button with power light indicator Webcam MIC NOU A UNB Back View 1 VESA mounting holes 100mm Behind Use to mount the monitor attached base plate 2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support 3 Security lock slot Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor 4 Dell Soundbar mounting brackets Attach the optional Dell Soundbar 5 Regulatory rating label List the regulatory ap
34. th OSD Lock selec Select No to unlock and allow user access to all applicable settings On Screen Display OSD Exit Horizontal Position Vertcal Position OSD Hold Time OSD Lock NOTE You can also lock or unlock the OSD by pressing and holding the Menu button for 15 seconds amp Language Select to have the OSD display in one of the five languages English Spanish French German or Japanese Re Espa ol Francais Deutsch o ee NOTE The change only affects the OSD It has no effect on any software running on the computer You can select to have the audio on or off when the monitor is in power saving mode optional Yes enables audio No disables audio default Audio On During Power Saving NOTE When the Dell Soundbar is not properly connected to the monitor the audio menu is not available Factory Reset Reset the OSD menu options to the factory preset values Reset to Factory Settings Position Settings Only Color Settings Only All Settings Enable LCD Conditioning DDC CI Enable Disable Exit Select to exit out of Reset to Factory Settings menu without resetting any OSD options Position settings only Change the settings for Image Position back to original factory settings Color settings only Change the Red Green and Blue settings back to their default factory values The default settings are as foll Color Management On Color
35. tor is not synchronizing with the computer See Solving Problems for more information Setting the Optimal Resolution Right click on the desktop and select Properties Select the Settings tab Set the screen resolution to 1680 x 1050 Click OK AS If you do not see 1680 x 1050 as an option you may need to update your graphics driver Depending on your computer complete one of the following procedures If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer o Go to support dell com enter your service tag and download the latest driver for your graphics card If you are using a non Dell computer portable or desktop o Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers o Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers Using the Dell Soundbar Optional The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell flat panel displays The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on off control to adjust the overall system level a blue LED for power indication and two audio headset jacks 1 Power volume control 2 Power indicator 3 Headphone connectors Soundbar Attachment to the Monitor 1 Working from the rear of the monitor attach the Soundbar by aligning the two slots with the two tabs along the bottom rear of the monitor 2 Slide the Soundbar to the left until it snaps into place 3 Plug in the power cord from the Soundbar into the connector on the

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