Dell E1911 User's Manual
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1. Dell E1911 The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled Do you wish to disable DDC CI function K NOTE For best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor keep this feature enabled This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor select LCD Con image retention Using the LCD Conditioning feature may take some time LCD Conditioning feature cannot remove severe c in K NOTE Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a problem with image retention The below warning message appears once user selects Enable LCD Conditioning Dell E1911 This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention Depending on the degree J of image retention the program may take some time to run Do you wish to continue NOTE Press any button on the monitor to terminate LCD Conditioning at any time Resets all OSD settings to the factory preset values User can select from Preset Modes Brightness Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source and set as shortcut key 1 and 2 Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge MM O Brightness Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2 Brightness Contrast Input Source Auto Adjust Color Settings Input Source Display Settings Other Settings Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Back press to go back to the main menu OSD Warning Mess2. Slide the soundbar to the left until it snaps into place Connect the soundbar with the DC power connector from the soundbar Power Adaptor a en Insert the mini stereo plug from the back of the soundbar into the computer s audio output jack Removing the Stand for VESA Wall Mount To remove the stand assembly from the monitor 1 Place the monitor panel on soft cloth or cushion on a stable flat table 2 Remove the three screws on the stand of the monitor as shown above 3 Remove the stand assembly from the monitor Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell E1911 monitor Self Test Common Problems Product Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems A warnt NG Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the Safety nstructions Self Test 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 Turn off both your computer and the monitor 2 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 3 Turn on the monitor The floating dialog box should appear on screen against a black background if the monitor cannot se
3. Windows Vista or Windows 7 Right click on the desktop and select Personalization Click Change Display Settings Move the slider bar to the right by pressing and holding left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1440 x 900 Click OK eal ee ae If you do not see 1440 x 900 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 mountable on Dell Flat Panel Displays The soundbar has a rotary volume and on off control to adjust the overall system level a LED for power indication and two audio headset jacks 2 1 Power volume control Power indicator Headphone connectors Using the Tilt Tilt With the built in pedestal you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle 4 21 K NOTE The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell E1911 monitor Se
4. Auto Adjustment allows the monitor to self adjust to the incoming video signal After using Auto Adjustment you can further Pixel Clock Coarse and Phase Fine controls under Display Settings Eu NOTE In most cases Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration Eu NOTE AUTO ADJ UST option is only available when you are using the analog VGA connector Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge Hmmm Brightness Contrast Y Auto Source Auto Adjust VGA Color Settings Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz a Select VGA input when you are using the analog VGA connector Push to select the VGA input source DVI D Select DVI D input when you are using the Digital DVI connector Push to select the DVI input source Scan for Sources Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals Color Settings Use the Color Settings menu to adjust the monitor s color settings Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge Brightness Contrast b RGB Auto Adjust Mode Selection p Graphics Input Source Preset Modes k Standard Reset Color Settings Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Back a Press to go back to the main menu Input Color
5. movement Perform Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Check environmental factors Relocate the monitor and test in another room Missing Pixels LCD screen has spots Cycle power on off Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD techr For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy see Dell Support sit support dell com Stuck on Pixels LCD screen has bright spots Cycle power on off Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD techr For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy see Dell Support sit support dell com Brightness Problems Picture too dim or too bright Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust brightness amp contrast controls via OSD Geometric Distortion Screen not centered correctly Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust brightness amp contrast controls via OSD NOTE When using DVI D the positioning adjustments are not available Horizontal Vertical Lines Screen has one or more lines Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Perform Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD Perform monitor self test feature check and determine if these lines are al mode Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector NOTE When
6. 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 button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu Main Menu for Analog VGA Input Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge O Brightness Contrast jee Press va to adjust the screen automatically Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz or Main Menu for Digital DVI D Input Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge O Brightness Contrast Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz EANOTE Auto Adjust is only available when you are using the analog VGA connector Press the Q and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu As you move from one icon to another the option name is highlighted 3 To select the highlighted item on the menu press the button again 4 Press the Q and buttons to select the desired parameter 5 0 0 erg Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the or buttons according to the indicators on the menu to make your changes j Select the to return to previous menu without accepting current settings or to accept and return to previous menu The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and
7. 60 vertical typical 160 horizontal typical 250 cd m typical 1000 to 1 typical Antiglare with hard coating 3H CCFL 2 edgelight system 5 ms typical 16 7 millions colors 80 CIE1976 typical Resolution Specifications Maximum preset resolution Supported Video Modes Viden Eplay 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080P Supports capabilities DVI playback EDER Preset Display Modes kHz Hz Horizontal Vertical VESA 720 x 400 31 5 70 1 28 3 VESA 640 x 480 315 59 9 25 2 VESA 640 x 480 37 5 75 0 31 5 VESA 800 x 600 37 9 60 3 40 0 VESA 800 x 600 46 9 75 0 49 5 VESA 1024 x 768 48 4 60 0 65 0 VESA 1024 x 768 60 0 75 0 78 8 VESA 1152 x 864 67 5 75 0 108 0 VESA 1280 x 800 49 7 59 8 83 5 VESA 1280 x 1024 64 0 60 0 108 0 VESA 1280 x 1024 80 0 75 0 135 0 VESA 1440 x 900 Analog 55 9 59 9 106 5 VESA 1440 x 900 CTV R Digital Electrical Specifications Analog RGB 0 7 Volts 5 positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance Video input signals Digital DVI D TMDS 600mV for each differential line positive polarity at 50 ohm input impedance Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations polarity free TTL level SOG Synchronization input signals Composite SYNC on green AC input voltage frequency current 100 to 240 VAC 50 or 60 Hz 3 Hz 1 5A Max 120 V 30 A Max Inrush current 240 V
8. 60 A Max Physical Characteristics Model Dell E1911 monitor 15 pin D subminiature blue connector DVI Connector type D white connector Digital Detachable DVI D Solid pins shipped detached from the monitor Signal cable type Analog Detachable D Sub 15pins shipped attached to the monitor Dimensions with stand Height 363 75 mm 14 32 inches Width 442 95 mm 17 44 inches Depth 155 75 mm 6 13 inches Dimensions without stand Height 289 45 mm 11 40 inches Width 442 95 mm 17 44 inches Depth 59 00 mm 2 32 inches Stand dimensions Height 125 3 mm 4 93 inches Width 249 86 mm 9 84 inches Depth Weight with packaging cables considerations no cables Weight of stand assembly Weight with stand assembly and 155 75 mm 6 13 inches 5 52 kg 12 17 Ibs 4 59 kg 10 12 Ibs Weight without stand assembly For wall mount or VESA mount 3 45 kg 7 60 Ibs 0 70 kg 1 54 Ibs Environmental Characteristics Temperature Operating Non operating Humidity Operating Non operating Altitude Operating Non operating Thermal dissipation 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Storage 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Shipping 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F 10 to 80 non condensing Storage 5 to 90 non condensing Shipping 5 to 90 non condensing 4 850 m 15 913 ft max 12 192 m 40 000 ft max 85 3 BTU hour maximum 58 0 BTU hour typic
9. Adapter that supports these resolutions Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell E1911 monitor If you have a non Dell desktop portable computer or graphics card In Windows XP m 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 graphics 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 1440x900 again In Windows Vista or Windows 7 m Right click on the desktop and click Personalization 2 Click Change Display Settings 3 Click Advanced Settings 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 graphics 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 1440x900 again K NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1440x900 please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1440x900 Back to Contents Page B
10. Adjust Menu Transparency b P I Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Personalize Menu Timer Menu Lock D Bl e703 LCD Conditioning Factory Reset Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz b b b gt Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Menu Transparency Allows you to adjust the OSD background from opaque to transparent 30S Unlock i af le Disable Reset All Settings Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight languages English Spanish French German Japanese Brazilian Portugue Menu Timer Menu Lock DDC Cl LCD Conditioning Factory Reset Personalize Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains active after you press a key on the monitor Use the Q and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second increments from 5 to 60 seconds Controls user access to adjustments When Lock is selected no user adjustments are allowed All keys are locked except K NOTE When the OSD is locked pressing the menu key takes you directly to the OSD settings menu with OSD Lock pre hold key for 10 seconds to unlock and allow user access to all applicable settings DDC CI Display Data Channel Command Interface allows a software on your computer to adjust the monitor display settinc balance etc Enable Default Optimizes the performance of your monitor and provides a better customer experience Disable Disables the DDC CI option and the following message appears on the screen
11. Dell E1911 monitor User s Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up Your Monitor Operating Your Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes Cautions Warnings K NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer A CAUTI ON A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed AA WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2010 Dell Inc All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Trademarks used in this text Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 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
12. E1911f E1911c August 2010 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell E1911 monitor User s Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below Ensure that you have received all the components and contact Dell if something is missing NOTE Some items may be optional and may not ship with your Monitor Some features or media may not be available in certain countries m Monitor Stand base Power Cable VGA Cable DVI Cable Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Safety Information Product Features The Dell E1911 display has an active matrix thin film transistor TFT liquid crystal display LCD The monitor features include m 48 26 cm 19 inches viewable area display m 1440x900 resolution plus full screen support for lower resolutions a Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position or while moving from side to side m Tilt adjustment capabilities m Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association VESA 100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions m Plug and play capability if supported by your system m On Screen Display OSD adjustments for ease of set up and screen optimization m So
13. Format Allows you to set the video input mode to RGB Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the VGA and DVI cable or the H YPbPr Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output Mode Selection Allows you to set the display mode to Graphics Select this mode if your monitor is connected to your computer Video Select this mode if your monitor is connected to a DVD player K NOTE Depending upon the Display Mode you select the Preset Modes available for your monitor change Preset Mode Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes In the Graphics mode you can set the color to the following preset values Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge MN _ Brightness Contrast Input Color Format Auto Adjust Mode Selection Multimedia 7 LJ r Input Source Preset Modes Game Reset Color Settings Warm Display Settings Cool Other Settings Custom RGB Personalize tO E Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Standard Loads the monitor s default color settings This is the default preset mode Multimedia Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications Game Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications Warm Increases the color temperature The screen appears warmer with a red yellow tint Cool Decreases the color temperature The screen appears cooler with a blu
14. ack to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell E1911 monitor User s Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On Screen Display OSD Menu PowerNap Software Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar Optional Using the Tilt Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor Using the Front Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings Preset Modes Brightness Contrast Menu A Use this button to directly access the Shortcut Key 1 Default Preset Modes menu or to increase the value of the selected menu option See Using the OSD Menu Preset modes Use this button to directly access the Shortcut Key 2 Default Brightness Contrast menu or to decrease the value of the selected menu option Brightness Contrast Use the Menu key to open the on screen display OSD Use the Exit key to exit on screen display OSD from menu and sub menus Front panel Key Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings A Use the Up key to adjust increase ranges items in the OSD menu Up o the Down key to adjust decrease ranges items in the OSD menu Use the OK key to confirm your selection Use the Back key to go back to the previous menu 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
15. adow from the static image Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor at all times wh image left on the monitor for a displayed appears on the screen more information see Power Management Modes long period of time Alternatively use a dynamically changing screensaver Product Specific Problems pecific Sym perience Possible Solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen Reset the monitor to Factory Settings area Cannot adjust the monitor with OSD does not appear on the Turn off the monitor unplug the power cord plug back and then turn on the monitor The picture does not fill the The picture cannot fill the Due to different video formats aspect ratio of DVDs the monitor may display in full entire screen height or width of the screen screen Run the built in diagnostics E NOTE When choosing DVI D mode the Auto Adjust function is not available Dell Soundbar Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No sound for system where No power to Soundbar the Turn the Power Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position check if the Soundbar draws power power indicator is off the power indicator green LED on the front of the Soundbar is illuminated from an AC adapter Confirm that the power cable from the Soundbar is plugged into the adapter No Sound Soundbar has power power Plug the audio line in cable into the computer s audio out
16. ages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message Dell E1911 The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display Please change your input timing to 60HzZ or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor Recommended mode is 1440x900 You will see the following message before the DDC CI function is disabled Dell E1911 The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled Do you wish to disable DDC CI function Yes When the monitor enters the Power Save mode the following message appears Dell E1911 Entering Power Save Mode Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD If you press any button other than the power button the following messages will appear depending on the selected input Dell E1911 There is no signal coming from your computer Press any key on the keyboard or mouse to wake it up To change to another input source press the monitor button again If VGA or DVI cable is not connected a floating dialog box as shown below appears The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 15 minutes if left at this state Dell E1911 Dell E1911 No DVI D Cabl
17. al Power Management Modes If you have VESA s DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use referred to as Power Save Mode If the computer detects input from keyboard mouse or other input devices the monitor automatically resumes functioning The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power I ndicator Power Consumption Normal operation Active Active Active Blue 25 W maximum Normal operation Active Active Active Blue 17 W tvpical Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell E1911 monitor User s Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell bwarn NG Safety Instructions A WARNING 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 information on safety instructions see the Product Information Guide FCC Notices U S Only and Other Regulatory I nformation For FCC notices 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 yo
18. arks used in this text Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries 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 E1911f E1911c August 2010 Rev A00 Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell E1911 monitor User s Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting Your Monitor Removing the Stand Base Attaching the Dell Soundbar Optional Removing the Stand for VESA wall mount Attaching the Stand E NOTE The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory To attach the monitor stand body to the stand base 1 Place the monitor stand base on a stable table top 2 Slide the monitor stand body in the correct direction down onto the stand base until it clicks into place Connecting Your Monitor A WARNING Before you begin any of the procedures in this
19. e No VGA Cable See Solving Problems for more information PowerNap Software PowerNap software comes in the CD that comes with the monitor you have just purchased This software provides 2 options where user can select Screen dim or Sleep when your PC goes to screen saver mode 1 Screen dim monitor dims to minimum brightness level when PC is in screen saver mode 2 Sleep monitor goes into sleep mode when PC is in screen saver mode DEAL SV ETS Ww El Screen Power Saver Screen Dim When PC is in screensaver mode monitor dims to minimum brightr vel When PC is in screensaver mode monitor goes NOTE After installation one desktop shortcut and one shortcut under Start for PowerNap are created OS support Windows XP32 XP64 Vista32 Vista64 Windows 7 Output interface support VGA and DVI The latest version of the PowerNap Software can be downloaded from Dell s website This will ensure that the software is compatible with your graphics card Steps to download software Go to http www support dell com Select Monitor Drivers under Drivers and downloads tab Select your Monitor Model PowerNap Application Download and install application TU al a Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the maximum resolution for the monitor Windows XP 1 Right click on the desktop and select Properties 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Set the screen resolution to 1440 x 900 4 Click OK
20. e tint Custom RGB Allows you to manually adjust the color settings Press the Q and keys to adjust the Red Gree your own preset color mode In the Video mode you can set the color to the following preset values Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge fh Brightness Contrast Input Color Format Auto Adjust Mode Selection Input Source Preset Modes Hue Display Settings Saturation Other Settings Reset Color Settings A Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Movie Loads color settings ideal for movies This is the default preset mode Game Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications Sports Loads color settings ideal for sports Nature Loads color settings ideal for nature nue Allows you to adjust the skin tone of the image Use Q or to adjust the hue from 0 to 100 Eu NOTE Hue adjustment is available only in the Video mode saturation Allows you to adjust the color saturation of the image Use Q or to adjust the saturation from 0 to 100 Eu NOTE Saturation adjustment is available only in the Video mode Reset Color Settings Resets your monitor s color settings to the factory defaults Displays Settings Use the Displays Settings menu to adjust the monitor s display settings Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge Mn Brightness Contrast Wide Mode P Fill Auto Adjust Horizontal Position 50 Input Source Vertical Po
21. ftware and documentation media which includes an information file INF Image Color Matching file ICM and product documentation m Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance m Security lock slot m EPEAT GOLD compliant m Halogen reduced m Asset Management Capability m PowerNap Software included comes in the CD attached with the monitor Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Front View Front Panel Controls Nr Label Description ln buttons For more information see ei Operating the Monitor 2 Power On Off button with LED indicator Back View Back View Back View with Monitor Stand Description VESA mounting holes 100mm Behind attached base plate Side View Left View Bottom View Description DVI connector VGA connector AC power cord connector Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Bottom View Model Screen type Panel type Screen dimensions Preset display area Horizontal Vertical Pixel pitch Viewing angle Luminance output Contrast ratio Faceplate coating Backlight Response Time Color depth Color Gamut E1911 color gamut typical is based on CIE1976 80 and CIE1931 72 test standards Dell E1911 monitor Active matrix TFT LCD TN 19 inches 19 inch viewable image size 408 24 H X 255 15 V 408 24 mm 16 08 inches 255 15 mm 10 05 inches 0 2835 mm 1
22. jack indicator is on Set all volume controls to their maximum and ensure that the mute option is not enabled Play some audio content on the computer example 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 Distorted Sound Distorted Sound Unbalanced Sound Output Low Volume Back to Contents Page 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 Test the Soundbar using another audio source For example portable CD player MP3 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 For example portable CD player MP3 player Avoid using an audio cable extension or audio jack converter 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 Sou
23. ndbar 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 For example portable CD player MP3 player Clear 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 For example portable CD player MP3 player
24. nse a video signal and is working correctly While in self test mode the power LED remains green Also depending upon the selected input one of the dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen Dell E1911 Dell E1911 No DI D Cable No VGA Cable or 4 This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 15 minutes if left at this state 5 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 because your monitor is functioning properly Built in Diagnostics Your monitor has a built in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor or with your computer and video card To run the built in diagnostics Ensure that the screen is clean no dust particles on the surface of the screen Unplug the video cable s from the back of the computer or monitor The monitor then goes into the self test mode Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2 seconds A gray screen appears Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities Press the Button 4 on the front panel again The color of the screen changes to red Inspect the display for any abno
25. rmalities Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green blue black white screens Sey a The test is complete when the white screen appears To exit press the Button 4 again If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built in diagnostic tool the monitor is functioning properly Check the video card and computer Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No Video Power LED off No picture Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is p and secure Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electric Ensure that the power button is depressed fully No Video Power LED on No picture or no brightness Increase brightness amp contrast controls via OSD Perform monitor self test feature check Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector Touch button 5 located above the power button ensure that the correct i selected via the Input Source Select menu Run the built in diagnostics Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy blurry or ghosting Perform Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD Eliminate video extension cables Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio 16 10 Shaky J ittery Video Wavy picture or fine
26. section follow the Safety Instructions To connect your monitor to the computer 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable Connect the blue VGA cable from your monitor to your computer NOTE If your computer supports a white DVI connector connect the white DVI cable that ships with your monitor from your monitor to your computer NOTE Do not connect both the blue VGA and the white DVI cables to the computer as all monitors ship with the VGA cable attached to the monitor 2 Connect either the white digital DVI D or the blue analog VGA display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer Do not use both cables on the same computer Use both the cables only when they are connected to two different computers with appropriate video systems Connecting the Blue VGA Cable Es CAUTION The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only Appearance on the computer may vary Removing the Stand Base To remove stand base from the monitor 1 Place the monitor panel on soft cloth or cushion on a stable flat table 2 Press and hold the release latch while pulling the stand base away from the monitor Attaching the Dell Soundbar CAUTION Do not use with any device other than the Dell soundbar To attach the soundbar Working from the back of the monitor attach soundbar by aligning the two slots with the two tabs along the bottom of the monitor
27. sition 450 Sharpness 50 Color Settings Pixel Clock 50 Other Settings Phase 3 Personalize Reset Display Settings Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Back Press to go back to the main menu Horizontal Position jse the Q or buttons to adjust image left and right Minimum is 0 Maximum is 100 Eu NOTE When using a DVI source the Horizontal Position setting is not available Vertical Position Use the Q or buttons to adjust image up and down Minimum is 0 Maximum is 100 Eu NOTE When using a DVI source the Vertical Position setting is not available Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or softer Use Q or to adjust the sharpness from 0 to 100 Pixel Clock The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your monitor to your preference Use Q or buttons to adjust Phase If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment use the Pixel Clock coarse adjustment and then use Pt Es NOTE Pixel Clock and Phase Adjustments are only available for VGA input Reset Display Select this option to restore default display settings Settings Other Settings Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD such as the languages of the OSD the amount of time the menu remair Back Press to go back to the main menu Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge i Brightness Contrast d Language English Auto
28. their functions Menu and Description Submenus Brightness Contrast Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the Brightness Contrast Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge nm gt 75 Auto Adjust Contrast gt 75 Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz Back Press to go back to the main menu Brightness Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the backlight Press the Q key to increase brightness and press the key to decrease brightness min 0 max 100 NOTE Brightness control will be greyed out during Screen dim in PowerNap option when screen saver is activated Contrast Allows you to adjust the contrast or the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen Adjust contrast only if you need further adjustment Press the Q key to increase contrast and press the key to decrease contrast min 0 max 100 Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu Dell E1911 Menu Energy Gauge Mi O Brightness Contrast Press va to adjust the screen automatically Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Maximum Resolution 1440x900 60Hz The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self adjusts to the current input Auto Adjustment in Progress
29. tting the display resolution to 1440x900 Maximum For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems set the display resolution to 1440 x 900 pixels by performing the following steps In Windows XP 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 the left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1440 x 900 4 Click OK In Windows Vista or Windows 7 1 Right click on the desktop and click Personalization 2 Click Change Display Settings 3 Move the slider bar to the right by pressing and holding the left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1440 x 900 4 Click OK If you do not see 1440 x 900 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 a non Dell desktop portable computer or graphics card Back to Contents Page Dell E1911 monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1440x900 Maximum Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2010 Dell Inc All rights reserve Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc is strictly forbidden Tradem
30. u 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 on the left side of the page Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Help on PowerNap Installation To install PowerNap succesfully follow these steps 1 Check Operating System Requirements Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 2 Install Entech API Install 3 Install PowerNap Software Install Back to Contents Page Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell E1911 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 1440x900 again K NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1440x900 please contact Dell to inquire about a Graphics
31. using DVI D the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are not avail Synchronization Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Perform Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD Perform monitor self test feature check to determine if scrambled screen test mode Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector Restart the computer in the safe mode Safety Related Issues Visible signs of smoke or sparks Do not perform any troubleshooting steps Contact Dell immediately Intermittent Problems Monitor malfunctions on amp off Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is cor and is secure Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Perform monitor self test feature check to determine if the intermittent prc self test mode Missing Color Picture missing color Perform monitor self test feature check Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is cor and is secure Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector Wrong Color Picture color not good Change the Color Setting Mode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or V to the application Try different Color Preset Settings in Color Settings OSD Adjust R G B val Settings OSD if the Color Management is turned off Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Advance Setting Image retention from a static Faint sh
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