Dell E5515H manual

Model No.: E5515H Regulatory model: E5515Hc User‘s Guide Dell E5515H[...]

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you mak e better use of your monitor . CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A W ARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2014 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Information in thi[...]

 3 Contents Dell Display Manager User's Guide ................ 6 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Quick Settings Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Setting Basic Display Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Assigning Preset Modes to Applications . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Organizing [...]

4  Physical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Environmental Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Maintenance Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Caring for Y our Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

 5 Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Setting Up Y our Monitor ........................ 60 Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (Maximum) 60 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 If you have a non Dell desktop, p[...]

6  Dell Display Manager User's Guide Dell Display Manager User's Guide Overview Dell Display Manager is a Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed image, assignment of automatic settings, energy management, image rotation and other features on select Dell models. [...]

Dell Display Manager User's Guide  7 The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell Display Manager’s advanced user interface which is used to adjust Basic functions, configure Auto Mode and access other features. Setting Basic Display Functions A Preset Mode for the selected monitor can be manually applied using the menu on t[...]

8  Dell Display Manager User's Guide Dell Display Manager is pre-configured for many popular applications. T o add a new application to the assignment list, simply drag the application from the desktop, Windows Start Menu or elsewhere, and drop it onto the current list. NOTE : Preset Mode assignments targeting batch files, scripts, and loa[...]

Dell Display Manager User's Guide  9 Organizing Windows with Easy Arrange Some Dell models feature Easy Arrange, which allows the selected monitor’s desktop to be organized into various predefined or custom window layouts. When Easy Arrange is enabled, windows can easily be made to reposition and resize automatically to fill specific r eg[...]

10  Dell Display Manager User's Guide T o use the currently saved custom layout, select the custom layout icon. T o save a new custom layout, first postion and size up to 10 windows on the desktop andthen click the Save link in Easy Arrange. T o delete the currently saved custom layout, close all windows on the desktop and then click the Sa[...]

Dell Display Manager User's Guide  11 Applying Energy Conservation Features On supported Dell models the PowerNap tab will be available to provide energy conservation options. When the screensaver activates, the monitor’s Brightness can automatically be set to minimum level or the monitor can be put to sleep in order to save additional po[...]

12  About Y our Monitor About Y our Monitor Package Contents Y our monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell if anything 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. •[...]

About Y our Monitor  13 • Mini HDMI to HDMI Cable • USB Upstream Cable (enable the USB ports on the monitor) Q70G55C170001A G6MH8A00 G6MH8 August 2014 E5515H • Drivers and Documentation media • Quick Setup Guide • Safety, Environment, and Regulatory Information (SERI) Product Features The Dell E5515H flat-panel display h[...]

14  About Y our Monitor 4 Left Press to move the selection left in OSD menu. 5 Down Press to move the selection down in OSD menu. 6 Menu Press to turn on the OSD menu. 7 Brightness - Press to decrease the Brightness. 8 V olume - Press to decrease the V olume. 9 MUTE Press to turn the mute function on/ o. 10 Preset Modes Display information ab[...]

About Y our Monitor  15 Inserting the batteries in the remote control The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries. T o install or replace batteries: 1. Press and then slide the cover to open it. 2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (–) indications inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the cover. CAUTION: The incorre[...]

16  About Y our Monitor Operating range of the remote control Point the top of the remote control toward the L CD monitor’s remote sensor during button operation. Use the remote control within a distance of about 8 m from r emote control sensor or at a horizontal and vertical angle of within 15° within a distance of about 5. 6 m. NOTE: The re[...]

About Y our Monitor  17 Identif ying Parts and Controls Front View 1 1 IR Lens (with LED indicator) Back View CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Se rvice Tag: 1N GTQV1 Express SVC code:359 576 607 7 S/N: CN-0 P2NYV-64180-46D-001T REV A00 Manufactured Date: Jul. 20 14 DELL Model No. : E5515Hc : 100-240V 50/60Hz 2.5A The equipment must be connected to an ear[...]

18  About Y our Monitor Side View 1 2 3 4 5 Label Description Use 1 USB downstream port Connect your USB device. Y ou can only use this connector after you have connected the USB cable to the computer and USB upstream connector on the monitor . 2 USB upstream port Connect the USB cable that comes with your monitor to the computer . Once this cab[...]

About Y our Monitor  19 Monitor Specifications The following sections give you information about the various power management modes and pin assignments for the various connectors of your monitor . Power Management Modes If you have VESA ’s DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor automatically reduces its power[...]

20  About Y our Monitor Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the Using the On- Screen Display (OSD) Menu . NOTE: The Dell E5515H monitor is ENERGY ST AR®-compliant. Pin Assignments 15-pin D- Sub connector 1 2345 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable 1 Video-Red 2 Video-Green 3 Video-Blu[...]

About Y our Monitor  21 19-pin HDMI connector Pin Number Monitor Side of the 19-pin Side Signal Cable 1 TMDS Data2+ 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 3 TMDS Data2- 4 TMDS Data1+ 5 TMDS Data1 Shield 6 TMDS Data1- 7 TMDS Data0+ 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 9 TMDS Data0- 10 TMDS Clock+ 11 TMDS Clock Shield 12 TMDS Clock- 13 CEC 14 Reserved (N. C. on device) 15 SCL 16 SDA[...]

22  About Y our Monitor USB Upstream Connector 12 34 Pin Number 4-pin Side of the Connector 1 DMU 2 VCC 3 DPU 4 GND USB Downstream Connector 12 34 Pin Number 4-pin Side of the Connector 1 VCC 2 DMD 3 DPD 4 GND[...]

About Y our Monitor  23 Plug and Play Capability Y ou can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monit[...]

24  About Y our Monitor Resolution Specifications Model number Dell E5515H monitor Scan range • Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) • V ertical 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Support Video Mode Model number Dell E5515H monitor Video display capability (HDMI playback) 480p, 480i, 576p, 576i[...]

About Y our Monitor  25 Preset Display Modes The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering: Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) V ertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/ V ertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.0 28.3 -/+ VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 60.0 25.2 -/- VESA, 640 x 480 [...]

26  About Y our Monitor Physical Characteristics The following table lists the monitor's physical characteristics: Model Number Dell E5515H monitor Connector type D-subminiature, blue connector; HDMI, black connector Signal cable type D-sub: Detachable, Analog, 15-pin. HDMI: Detachable, Digital, 19-pin. Dimensions: (with stand) Height Width[...]

About Y our Monitor  27 Environmental Characteristics The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor: Model Number Dell E5515H monitor T emperature • Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) • Non-operating Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Humid[...]

28  About Y our Monitor LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy During the L CD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visible result is a fixed pixel that appears as an extr emely tiny dark or bright discolored spot. When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known [...]

Setting Up the Monitor  29 Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Monitor NOTE: The base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. T o attach the monitor base: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Se r v i c e T ag: 1NGT QV1 Ex p r es s SVC c ode:359 576 607 7 S/N: CN-0 P2NYV-64180-46D-001T REV A00 Manufactured Date: Jul. 2014 DELL Model No. : [...]

30  Setting Up the Monitor Connecting Y our Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. T o connect your monitor to the computer: 1. T urn o your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect either the blue analog VGA or black HDMI display connector cable to the corresponding[...]

Setting Up the Monitor  31 Connecting the USB cable CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Se rvice Tag: 1N GTQV1 Express SVC code:359 576 607 7 S/N: CN-0 P2NYV-64180-46D-001T REV A00 Manufactured Date: Jul. 20 14 DELL Model No. : E5515Hc : 100-240V 50/60Hz 2.5A The equipment must be connected to an earthed mains socket-outlet. L'appareil doit être branc[...]

32  Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Stand NOTE: T o prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Service Ta g: 1NGTQV1 Express SVC c e:359 576 607 7 S/N: CN-0 P2NYV-64180-46D-001T REV A00 Manufactured Date: Jul. 2014 DELL Model No. : [...]

Operating the Monitor  33 Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA -compatible base mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table. 2. Remove the stand. 3. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the L CD. 4. Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came[...]

34  Operating the Monitor Operating the Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) Service Tag: 1N GTQV1 Express SVC code:359 576 607 7 S/N: CN-0 P2NYV-64180-46D-001T REV A00 Manufactured Date: Jul. 2 014 DELL Model No. : E5515Hc : 100-240V 50/60Hz 2.5A The equipment must be connected to an eart[...]

Operating the Monitor  35 D Exit Use the Exit key to exit on-screen display (OSD) from menu and sub-menus. Hold about 10 seconds will enable or disable OSD lock. E Power Press the Power button to turn on/o the monitor . Front-Panel K eys A B C D Front-Panel K eys Description A Up Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD men[...]

36  Operating the Monitor Using the On- Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear . 1. Press the [...]

Operating the Monitor  37 The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their functions. Icon Menu and Submenus Description Energy Use This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. Brightness/ Contrast Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the Brightness/Contrast. Brightness / Contrast A[...]

38  Operating the Monitor Icon Menu and Submenus Description Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Brightness / Contrast Auto A djust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Others Resolution: 1024x768, 60Hz Maximum: 1920x1080, 60Hz Dell E5515H Energy Use Press to adjust the screen automatically. The followin[...]

Operating the Monitor  39 Icon Menu and Submenus Description Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between dierent video signals that may be connected to your monit Brightness / Contrast Auto Select Auto A djust VGA Input Source HDMI 1 Color HDMI 2 Display Audio Energy Menu Others Dell E5515H Energy Use Resolution: 1024x768, 60Hz M[...]

40  Operating the Monitor Icon Menu and Submenus Description Input Color 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 HDMI cable (or DisplayPort cable). • YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Preset Mode[...]

Operating the Monitor  41 Icon Menu and Submenus Description Display Use the Displays Settings menu to adjust the monitor's display settings. Brightness / Contrast Aspect Ratio Wide 16:9 Auto A djust Horizontal Posi tion 50 Input Source Vertical Position 50 Color Sharpness 50 Display Pixel Clock 50 Audio Phase 50 Energy Reset Displa y Setti[...]

42  Operating the Monitor Icon Menu and Submenus Description Audio Brightness / Contrast Volume 50 Auto A djust Audio Source P C A udi o Input Source Reset Audio Settings Color Display Audio Energy Menu Others Resolution: 1024x768, 60Hz Maximum: 1920x1080, 60Hz Dell E5515H Energy Use V olume Use the buttons to adjust the volume. Minimum is ‘0?[...]

Operating the Monitor  43 Icon Menu and Submenus Description Energy Brightness / Contrast Pow er Button LED Off During Active Auto A djust Input Source USB Color Display Audio Energy Menu Othters Dell E5515H Energy Use Resolution: 1024x768, 60Hz Maximum: 1920x1080, 60Hz Reset Energy Settings Off During Standby Power Button LED Allows you to set [...]

44  Operating the Monitor Icon Menu and Submenus Description Menu Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD such as, the languages of the OSD , the amount of time the menu remains on screen, and so on. Brightness / Contrast Language English Auto A djust Transparency 20 Input Source Timer 20 s Color Lock Unlock Display Reset Menu Setti[...]

Operating the Monitor  45 Icon Menu and Submenus Description Others Brightness / Contrast DDC/CI Enable Auto A djust LCD Conditioning Dis able Input Source Reset Other Settings Color Factory Reset Reset All Settings Display Audio Energy Menu Others Dell E5515H Energy Use Resolution: 1024x768, 60Hz Maximum: 1920x1080, 60Hz DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display [...]

46  Operating the Monitor Icon Menu and Submenus Description LCD Conditioning This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention. If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor , select LCD Conditioning to help eliminate any image retention. Using the L CD Conditioning feature may take some time. L CD Conditioning feature cannot remove[...]

Operating the Monitor  47 OSD Warning Messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: Dell E5515H The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 1920x1080, 60Hz or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications. T[...]

48  Operating the Monitor Dell E5515H Entering Power Save Mode. Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the Using the On- Screen Display (OSD) Menu . If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear depending on the selected input: Dell E5515H There is no signal coming from your comp[...]

Operating the Monitor  49 Dell E5515H The dispaly will go into Power Save Mode in 5 minutes No HDMI Cable ? www.dell.com/support/monitors See Solving Problems for more information.[...]

50  Operating the Monitor Setting the Maximum Resolution T o set the Maximum resolution for the monitor: Windows® 7 , Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1: 1. For Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1 only , select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution . 3. Click the dropdown list of the screen resolu[...]

T roubleshooting  51 T roubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instruction Self- T est Y our 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[...]

52  T roubleshooting 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 5 minutes if left at this state. 5. T urn o your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor . If your monitor screen remains [...]

T roubleshooting  53 Built-in Diagnostics Y our 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. A B C D E Menu Exit Power Down Up NOTE : Y ou can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is[...]

54  T roubleshooting Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. Common Symptoms What Y ou Experience Possible Solutions No Video/Power LED o No picture • Ensure tha t the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly conn[...]

T roubleshooting  55 Common Symptoms What Y ou Experience Possible Solutions Missing Pixels L CD screen has spots • Cycle power on-o. • Pixel that is permanently o is a natural defect that can occur in L CD technology. For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site a t: www.dell.com/support/ [...]

56  T roubleshooting Common Symptoms What Y ou Experience Possible Solutions Synchronization Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn • Reset the monitor to Factor y Settings . • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. (For VGA source only) • Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD . (For VGA source only) • Perform monitor sel[...]

T roubleshooting  57 Common Symptoms What Y ou Experience Possible Solutions No sound or sound is low Monitor has no sound or sound is low • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the monitor . • Adjust the volume settings of both your monitor and computer . • Make sure the computer sound card driver is properly instal[...]

58  T roubleshooting Product- Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What Y ou Experience Possible Solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area • Reset the monitor to Factor y Settings . Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel OSD does not appear on the screen •[...]

Appendix  59 Appendix WARNING: 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 Product In formation Guide . FCC Notices (U .S. Only) and Other R[...]

60  Setting Up Y our Monitor Setting Up Y our Monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (Maximum) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows® 7 , Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1: 1. For Windows® 8/Windo[...]

Setting Up Y our Monitor  61 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access 1. Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics 2. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter , attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080 again. NOTE : If you are u[...]

62  Setting Up Y our Monitor Procedures for setting up dual monitors in Windows® 7 or Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1 For Windows® 7 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, HDMI etc.) and follow any of the below setup method. Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P” 1. Press the Windows logo key + P o[...]

Setting Up Y our Monitor  63 2. Click Multiple displays to choose a display selection. If you do not see the additional monitor listed, click Detect . • Y ou may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the system does not detect the added monitor .[...]

64  Setting Up Y our Monitor For Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, HDMI etc.) and follow any of the below setup method. Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P” 1. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard. 2. While holding down the Windows logo key , press P [...]

Setting Up Y our Monitor  65 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen resolution . 3. Click Multiple displays to choose a display selection. If you do not see the additional monitor listed, click Detect. • Y ou may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the system does not detect the added monitor .[...]

66  Setting Up Y our Monitor Setting Display Styles For Multiple Monitor After the external monitor(s) have been set up, users can select the desired display style from Multiple displays menu: Duplicate, Extend, Show Desktop On. • Duplicate these displays: Duplicate the same screen on two monitors with the same resolution, chosen based on t[...]

Setting Up Y our Monitor  67 • Show desktop only on: Display the status of a particular monitor . This option is typically chosen when the laptop is used as a PC so the user can enjoy a large external monitor . Most current laptops support mainstream resolutions. As shown in the figure above, the resolution of the laptop monitor is only 128[...]

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