Dell 380 Computer Monitor User Manual
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1. A CAUTI ON Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar Removing the Stand After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion press and hold the stand removal button and then remove the stand file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG setup htm 7 8 2011 4 49 17 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide E NOTE To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand ensure that the monitor is placed on a clean surface K NOTE This is applicable for a monitor with a stand When the OptiPlex USFF 780 Optiplex SFF 980 AIO Stand is bought please refer to the respective AIO stand setup guide for set up instructions Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG setup htm 7 8 2011 4 49 17 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Self Test Built in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems USB Problems Troubleshooting the Dell Soundbar Optional N WARNI NG Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the Safety Instructions 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 Turn2. Main Menu for Analog VGA Input Main Menu for Digital DVI Input file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide PY Exit EJ Brightness Ess Auto Adjust pose 4 Image Settings Color Settings Color Settings i E OSD Settings OSD Settings Language Language Factory Reset Par Analog Input 3 Digital Input Resolution 1280x1024 BOHz Resolution 1280x1024 60HZ k NOTE Auto Adjust Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you are using the analog VGA connector N Push 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 Push the MENU button once to activate the highlighted option Push and button to select the desired parameter Push MENU to enter the slide bar and then use the and buttons according to the indicators on the menu to make your changes Push the MENU button once to return to the main menu to select another option or push the MENU button two or three times to exit from the OSD menu Ou ph Ww a Ee Cane Description ee ee Do e i mer o Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight Contrast Adjust Brightness first then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary Push the button
3. You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display Identification Data EDID using Display Data Channel DDC protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings If required the user can select different settings but in most cases monitor installation is automatic LCD Monitor Quality amp Pixel Policy During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not affect the display quality or usability For more information see Dell Support site at support dell com Maintenance Guidelines Caring for Your Monitor WARNING Read and follow the Safety Instructions before cleaning the monitor WARNING Before cleaning the monitor unplug the monitor from the electrical outlet For best practices follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking cleaning or handling your monitor e To clean your antistatic screen lightly 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 lightly dampened warm cloth to clean the monitor Avoid using detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the monitor If you notice a white po
4. controls under Image Settings K NOTE In most cases Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration Image settings The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to more closely adjust your monitor to your preference These settings are accessed through the main OSD menu by selecting Image Settings Pixel Clock 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 Phase NOTE This function may change the width of the display image Use the Horizontal function of the Position menu to center the display image on the screen file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Image Settings Exit Pixel Clock Phase NOTE When using DVI source the Image Settings option is not available Color Settings Color Settings adjusts the color temperature color hue and saturation The color hue is most noticeable in areas of white Color Settings Normal Preset sRGB Blue Preset Red Preset User Preset Exit Normal Preset Normal Preset is selected to obtain the default factory color settings This setting is also the SRGB standard default color space Blue Preset Blue Preset is selected to obtain a bluish tint This color setting is typically used for text based
5. Guide Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the computer Once this 3 Soe upstream Connector cable is connected you can use the USB connectors on the side and bottom of the monitor 6 USB connector Connect your USB devices Monitor Specifications Power Management Modes If you have VESA s DPMS compliance display card or software installed in your computer the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use This is referred to as Power Save Mode If input from a keyboard mouse or other input devices is detected by the computer the monitor will automatically wake up The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature P170S VESA Modes Horizontal Vertical Sync Video Power Power Consumption Sync Indicator Normal operation Active Active Active Green 50 W maximum 22 W typical P190S VESA Modes Horizontal Vertical aep ie PETAN Power Consumption Sync l PETAN Normal operation Active Active Active Green 53 W maximum 25 W a K NOTE This monitor is ENERGY STAR compliant as well as TCO 03 power management compatible ENERGY STAR NOTE Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor Pin Assignments VGA Connector 15 pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Video Red Video Blue eo file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S U
6. 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 Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG solve htm 7 8 2011 4 49 32 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability LCD Monitor Quality amp 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 K NOTE Some items may be optional and may not ship with your Monitor Some features or media may not be available in certain countries K NOTE Stand and cables are not included when purchased with OptiPlex USFF 780 OptiPlex SFF 980 AIO Stands K NOTE To set up with the respective AlO stand please refer to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions e Monitor with stand e Power Cable e VGA Cable file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide e D
7. 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 the Analog blue connector cables from the back of computer 3 Turn on the monitor The floating Dell Self Test Feature Check dialog box should appear on screen against a black background if the monitor cannot sense 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 DOLL DOLL 1 Auto Detect Analog Input 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check DELL DOLL 2 Analog Input 3 Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check 4 This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged 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 system 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 E NOTE You can run the built in diagnostics only when the video c
8. 190St P170Sf P190Sf P190Sc January 2010 Rev A02 file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG index htm 7 8 2011 4 47 10 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor If you have a Dell desktop ora 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 1280x1024 again i NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280x1024 please contact Dell to inquire about a Graphics Adapter that supports these resolutions Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG internet htm 7 8 2011 4 47 44 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor If you have a non Dell desktop portable computer or graphics 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 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 reso
9. 2011 4 48 49 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar Optional Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand K NOTE Stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory E NOTE This is applicable for a monitor with a stand When the OptiPlex USFF 780 OptiPlex SFF 980 AIO Stand is bought please refer to the respective AIO stand setup guide for set up instructions Remove the monitor cover and place the monitor on it 1 Fit the two tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the back of the monitor 2 Lower the stand so that the monitor mounting area snaps onto the stand Connecting the Monitor iy WARNING Before you begin any of the procedures in this section follow the safety instructions To connect your monitor to the computer perform the following steps instructions 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable 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 connect both file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG setup htm 7 8 2011 4 49 17 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide cables on the same computer Use both the cables only when they ar
10. Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Solving Problems Appendix Notes Cautions and 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 A 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 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 P170Sb P190Sb P170St P
11. G about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide p DVI Connector 24 pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable e po C _ restng C Universal Serial Bus USB Interface This monitor supports High Speed Certified USB 2 0 interface High speed 480 Mbps 2 5W Max each port CERTIFIED Full speed 12 Mbps 2 5W Max each port Low speed 1 5 Mbps 2 5W Max each port file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide USB ports e 1 upstream rear e 4 downstream 2 on rear 2 on left side E NOTE USB 2 0 capability requires 2 0 capable computer E 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 Flat Panel Specifications Metts Preset display area Horizontal 337 9 mm 13 3 inches 376 3 mm 14 8 inches Vertical 270 3 mm 10 6 inches 301 1 mm 11 8 inches Pixel pitch 0 264 mm 0 294 mm 160 vertical typical 170 horizontal typical 160 vertical typical 170 horizontal typical P170S P190S Color Gamut Typical is based on CIE1976 85 and CIE1931 72 Resolution P170S P190S Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 81 kHz automatic Vertical scan r
12. 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 file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide 3 1 Power volume control 2 Power indicator 3 Headphone connectors Using the Tilt Swivel and Vertical Extension NOTE This is applicable for a monitor with a stand When the OptiPlex USFF 780 OptiPlex SFF 980 AIO Stand is bought please refer to the respective AlO stand setup guide for set up instructions Tilt Swivel With the built in stand you can tilt and or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide 4 21 K NOTE Stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory Vertical Extension Stand extends vertically up to 130mm Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor Before you rot
13. Signal cable type e Digital Detachable DVI D Digital Detachable DVI D Solid pins Solid pins shipped detached shipped detached from the monitor from the monitor Dimensions wihew sand ooo Dimensions without stand Width 372 10 mm 14 65 inches 410 1 mm 16 15 inches Depth 59 20 mm 2 33 inches 65 9 mm 2 59 inches Stand dimensions Height Compressed 347 7 mm 13 69 inches Height Extended 396 7 mm 15 62 inches Width 337 6 mm 13 29 inches Depth 182 0 mm 7 17 inches Weight with packaging 6 50 kg 14 30 Ib 7 6 kg 16 70 Ib Weight with stand assembly and cables 5 10 kg 11 22 Ib 6 4 kg 14 08 Ib Weight without stand assembly for wall mount or VESA mount considerations no cables 3 65 kg 8 03 Ib 228 KO 9 46 ID Weight of stand assembly 1 55 kg 3 42 Ib 1 6 kg 3 52 Ib Environmental me o re C p g Shipping 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Shipping 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Humidity 10 to 80 non condensing 10 to 80 non condensing Storage 5 to 90 non condensing Storage 5 to 90 non condensing Non operating Shipping 5 to 90 non condensing Shipping 5 to 90 non condensing a 171 00 BTU hour maximum 181 26 BTU hour maximum Thermal dissipation 75 24 BTU hour typical 85 50 BTU hour typical Plug and Play Capability
14. VI Cable USB upstream cable Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Safety Information DF Moor Prout eter rr fir Caer Product Features The P170S P190S flat panel display has an active matrix thin film transistor TFT and liquid crystal display LCD The monitor features include m P170S 17 inch 432 mm viewable area display measured diagonally 1280 x 1024 resolution plus full screen support for lower resolutions m P190S 19 inch 481 9 mm viewable area display measured diagonally 1280 x 1024 resolution plus full screen support for lower resolutions Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position or while moving from side to side m Tilt swivel vertical extension and rotate adjustment capabilities Removable stand 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 Software and documentation CD 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 Rating m Halogen Reduced m Asset Management Identifying Parts and Features Front View file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Pa
15. able is unplugged and the monitor is in self test mode To run the built in diagnostics 1 Ensure that the screen is clean no dust particles on the surface of the screen 2 Unplug the video cable s from the back of the computer or monitor The monitor then goes into the self test mode 3 On the front panel press and hold the Menu button 2 and button 4 keys on the front panel simultaneously for 2 seconds A gray screen appears file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG solve htm 7 8 2011 4 49 32 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide 1 2 3 4 5 4 Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities 5 Press the button 4 key on the front panel again The color of the screen changes to red 6 Inspect the display for any abnormalities 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green blue and white colored screens 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 OSD Warning Messages For OSD related issues see OSD Warning Messages Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems that you might encounter and the possible solutions Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No Video Power LED off No picture Ensure that the video cable conne
16. ange 56 Hz to 76 Hz automatic Maximum preset resolution 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz Preset Display Modes P170S P190S Display Mode Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Pixel Clock Sync Polarity kHz Hz MHz Horizontal Vertical VGA 720 x 400 31 5 70 1 28 3 VGA 640 x 480 31 5 60 0 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 1024 64 0 60 0 108 0 VESA 1280 x 1024 80 0 75 0 135 0 Electrical file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Analog RGB 0 7 Volts 5 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 3 3V Cmos or 5V TTL level positive or negative sync Synchronization input signals AC input voltage frequency current 100 to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 3 Hz 1 5 A Max Inrush iso surge current 120 V 30 A Max 240 V 60 A Max Physical Characteristics e D sub blue connector e D sub blue connector Connector type e DVI D white connector e DVI D white connector e D sub Detachable Analog 15 pin shipped attached to the D sub Detachable Analog 15 pin monitor shipped attached to the monitor
17. applications spreadsheets programming text editors etc Red Preset Red Preset is selected to obtain a redder tint This color setting is typically used for color intensive applications photograph image editing multimedia movies etc User Preset User Preset Use the plus and minus buttons to increase or decrease each of the three colors R G B independently in single digit increments from 0 to 100 OSD Settings Adjust the settings for the OSD including the location the amount of time the menu remains on screen and the rotation of the OSD Horizontal Position of the OSD Position Vertical e To adjust the horizontal position of the OSD use the and buttons and move OSD to the left and right Position e To adjust the vertical position of the OSD use the and buttons and move OSD down and up file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide OSD Hold Time OSD Hold Time 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 time you pressed a button Use the and buttons to adjust the slider in 5 second increments from 5 to 60 seconds OSD Rotation OSD Rotation Rotates the OSD by 90 counter clockwise Adjust according to Rotating Your Monitor setction OSD Lock OSD Lock Controls user access to adjustments When Ye
18. ate the monitor your monitor should either be vertically extended Vertical Extension or titled Tilt to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1280x1024 Maximum Resolution For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems set the display resolution to 1280x1024 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 the left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1280x1024 4 Click OK If you do not see 1280x1024 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 file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG optimal htm 7 8
19. cting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment Ensure that the power button is depressed fully Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the Input Source Select button 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 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 Shaky Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine 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 technology Run the built in diagnostics 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 technology Run the built in diagnostics Brightness Problems Picture too dim or too bright Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Auto Adjust via OSD Adjust brightness am
20. e connected to two different computers with appropriate video systems Connecting the Blue VGA Cable Connecting the White DVI Cable E NOTE The Graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only Appearance of the the computer may vary After you have completed connecting the VGA DVI cable follow the procedure below to complete your monitor setup file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG setup htm 7 8 2011 4 49 17 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide 1 Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet 2 Turn on the monitor and the computer If your monitor displays an image installation is complete If it does not display an image see Solving Problems Organizing Your Cables SS oo ees SS After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer see Connecting Your Monitor use the cable management slot to organize all cables as shown above Attaching the Soundbar Optional file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG setup htm 7 8 2011 4 49 17 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide 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 Connect the Soundbar with the DC power connector 4 Insert the mini stereo plug from the rear of the Soundbar into the computer s audio output jack
21. ephone 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 Ssupport 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 U BWNE Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG appendx htm 7 8 2011 4 50 04 PM
22. he degree of image retention the program may take some time to run Do you wish to continue K 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 file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide DDC CI Display Data Channel Command Interface allows you to adjust the monitor parameters brightness color balance etc via software applications on your PC Default is Enable You can disable this feature by selecting Disable For best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor keep this feature enabled NOTE I f 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 This function of adjusting display settings using PC applications will be disabled Do you wish to disable DDC CI function OSD Warning Messages The following warning messages may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of synchronization Dell P1XOS The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display Please change your input timing to or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specificati
23. io source i e portable CD player Distorted Sound Computer s sound card is used as e Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user the audio source e Confirm that the audio line in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card e 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 Distorted Sound Other audio source is used 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 Unbalanced Sound Output Sound from only one side of Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user Soundbar 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 Low Volume Volume is too low Clear any obstructions
24. lacks color Perform monitor Self Test Feature Check Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector Picture color is not good Change the color to User Preset Adjust R G B value of User Preset Image retention from a static Faint shadow from the static image Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor at all times when not in use for more image left on the monitor for a displayed appears on the screen information see Power Management Modes long period of time Alternatively use a dynamically changing screensaver Product Specific Problems SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen but e Perform monitor reset on Factory Reset does not fill entire viewing area Cannot adjust the monitor with OSD does not appear on the e Turn the monitor off and unplug the power cord and then plug back and power on the buttons on the front panel screen No Input Signal when user No picture the LED light is green e Check the signal source Ensure that the computer is not in power saving by moving the mouse or controls pressed When press or Menu pressing any key on the keyboard key the message No input e Check whether the signal cable is plugged in and seated properly Re plug the signal cable if Signal will appear necessary e Re boot the co
25. lution to 1280x1024 again 4 NOTE If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280x1024 please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1280x1024 Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG non dell htm 7 8 2011 4 48 12 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On Screen Display OSD Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar Optional Using the Tilt Swivel and Vertical Extension Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed As you use these buttons to adjust the controls an OSD shows the numeric values of the characteristics as they change Use the Input Select button to select between two different video signals that may be connected to your monitor If both VGA and DVI cables are connected to one PC this monitor will display an image automatically just as long as a video signal is present in either GA or DVI outputs When connecting one display to two PCs if using screen savers best to set both to the exact times Whichever mouse is moved first will activate that video input fir
26. mputer or video player The monitor will not fill the entire The picture does not fill the height e Due to the non standard formats of DVDs the monitor may not show the full screen pictures screen or width of the screen USB Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions USB interface is not working 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 High Speed USB 2 0 interface is JHigh Speed USB 2 0 peripherals working slowly or not 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 Troubleshooting the Dell Soundbar Optional COMMON SYMPTOMS WHAT YOU EXPERI ENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Plug the audio line in cable into the computer s audio out jack Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum Play some 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 No Sound Soundbar has power power indicator is on file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG solve htm 7 8 2011 4 49 32 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide e Test the Soundbar using another aud
27. nel Monitor User s Guide Front View Front panel controls Label Description 1 Video input select 2 OSD menu select button 3 Brightness amp Contrast Down button 4 Auto Adjust Up button 5 Power button with power light indicator Back View 1 lt i 2 3 m Back view Label Description Use VESA mounting holes 100mm 1 behind attached VESA Plate pee EGUNE tHe Ono 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 Lists the regulatory approvals 6 Stand removal button Press to release the stand 7 Cable management slot Help organize cables by placing them through the slot Side View file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide USB connectors downstream Right side Left side Bottom View 1 2 3 4 5 6 Bottom view Label Description 1 Power connector Insert the power cable 2 Dell Soundbar power connector Connect the power cord for the Soundbar optional 3 DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable 4 VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s
28. oarse Phase Fine controls in the OSD E 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 he green light indicates the monitor is on and fully functional An amber light indicates power save mode Power Button and Indicator Using the On Screen Display OSD Menu file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Accessing the Menu System 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 Push the MENU button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu 1 Push the MENU button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu Main Menu for Auto Detect Analog VGA Main Menu for Auto Detect Digital DVI Input Input DLL P1X0S DOLL P1X0S IPI Exit FY exit Ea Brightness Ea Brightness Esa Z2 Auto Adjust Era eed Auto Adjust t Positioning a Image Settings Image Settings Color Settings Color Settings OSD Settings OSD Settings Language Language I Audio Factory Reset Factory Reset 1 Auto Detect Analog 1 Auto Detect Digital Resolution 1280x1024 60Hz Resolution 1280x1024 6O0HzZ
29. ons 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 1280 X 1024 K 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 file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide DELL DAL 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 monitor is not synchronizing with the computer See Solving Problems Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the maximum resolution for the monitor 1 Right click on the desktop and select Properties 2 Select the Settings tab 3 Set the screen resolution to 1280 X 1024 4 Click OK If you do not see 1280 X 1024 as an option you may need to update your graphics driver Depending on your computer complete one of the following procedures e 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 e
30. p 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 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 also in self test mode Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG solve htm 7 8 2011 4 49 32 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide 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 appears in self 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 turns on amp off Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure Reset the monitor to Factory Settings Perform monitor Self Test Feature Check to determine if the intermittent problem occurs in self test mode Missing Color Picture
31. ry preset values file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Reset to Factory Settings Exit 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 original factory settings and set the default setting for Normal Preset All settings Change all the user adjustable settings including color position brightness contrast and OSD hold time to the factory defaults The language of the OSD does not change IR This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention Enable LCD Conditioning If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor select LCD Conditioning to help eliminate any image retention Using the LCD Conditioning feature may take several hours Severe cases of image retention are known as burn in the LCD Conditioning feature does not remove burn in K NOTE Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a problem with image retention Below warning message appears once user select Enable LCD Conditioning This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention Depending on t
32. s is selected no user adjustments are allowed All buttons are locked except the menu button K NOTE When the OSD is locked pressing the menu button takes the user directly to the OSD settings menu with OSD Lock selected Select No to unlock and allow user access to all applicable settings On Screen Display OSD Exit Horizontal Position Vertcal Position OSD Hold Time 20 Sec E lt NOTE You can also lock or unlock the OSD by pushing and holding the Menu button for OSD Rotation No Yes FAREA Gaii i bnar j A OSD Lock No Yes amp Language Select to have the OSD display in one of 8 languages English French Spanish German Japanese Brazilian Portuguese Russian and Simplified Chinese file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Exit English Espanol Fran a Is Deutsch E Portugu s Brasil i e a oa i Pycckun EP H RE NOTE The change only affects the OSD It has no effect on any software running on the computer Ka 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 facto
33. st Input select K NOTE The floating Dell Self test Feature Check dialog appears 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 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 Analog Input Self Test Feature Check DELL 1 Auto Detect Digital Input Self Test Feature Check file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide DAL DALL 2 Analog Input 3 Digital Input Self Test Feature Check Self Test Feature Check he 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 Down and Up Use this button to launch Brightness Contrast Menu Brightness Contrast 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 Adjustment in Progr Auto Adjust Auto Adjustment 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 C
34. to increase luminance and push the button to decrease luminance min O 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 file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG operate htm 7 8 2011 4 48 31 PM Operating the Monitor Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Brightness Contrast Exit Brightness Contrast Positioning Positioning moves the viewing area around on the monitor screen Horizontal Vertical When making changes to either the Horizontal or Vertical settings no changes occur to the size of the viewing area The image shifts in response to your selection hale z Minimum is O and maximum is 100 Positioning Exit Horizontal 50 Vertical ee NOTE When using DVI source the Positioning option is not available Auto Adjust Even though your computer recognizes your monitor on startup the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display settings for use with your particular setup Select to activate automatic setup and adjustment The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self adjusts to the current input Auto Adjustment in Progr Auto Adjustment 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 and Phase Fine
35. wder when you unpack your monitor wipe it off with a cloth Handle your monitor with care as dark colored monitors may scratch and show white scuff marks more than lighter colored monitors To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor use a dynamically changing screen saver and turn off your monitor when not in use Back to Contents Page file SI SSA_Proposal P170S_P190S UG about htm 7 8 2011 4 49 51 PM Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell P170S P190S Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell CAUTION Safety Instructions 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 Safety Information that ships with your monitor FCC Notice U S Only and Other Regulatory Information 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 you can find contact information on your purchase invoice packing slip bill or Dell product catalog Dell provides several online and tel
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