Dell E Series E2316H manual

Regulatory model: E1916Hf / E1916Hef / E2016Hb / E2216Hf / E2316Hf / E2 416Hb User‘s Guide Dell E1916H Dell E1916He Dell E2016H Dell E2216H Dell E2316H Dell E2316Hr Dell E2416H[...]

2 NOTE: A NO TE indicates important information that helps you mak e better use of your computer . 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. © 2015 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Information in[...]

3 Contents About Y our Monitor ..................................... 5 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Monitor Specifications . . . .[...]

4 T roubleshooting ....................................... 56 Self- T est . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Built-in Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Product- Specific Problems . . . . .[...]

About Y our Monitor 5 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. • M[...]

6 About Y our Monitor • Drivers and Documentation media • Quick Setup Guide • Safety and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell E1916H / E1916He / E2016H / E2216H / E2316H / E2316Hr / E2416H flat- panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film T ransistor , Liquid Crystal Display and LED backlight. The monitor’s features i[...]

About Y our Monitor 7 Identif ying Parts and Controls Front View 1. Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor ) 2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) Back View E1916H / E1916He / E2016H: Back View with Monitor Stand[...]

8 About Y our Monitor E2216H / E2316H / E2316Hr / E2416H: Back View with Monitor Stand Label Description Use 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm) T o mount the monitor . 2 Regulatory rating label Lists the regulatory approvals. 3 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security lock (security lock not included). 4 Barcode serial number label Refer to thi[...]

About Y our Monitor 9 Bottom View Label Description Use 1 AC power connector T o connect the monitor power cable. 2 Displayport connector T o connect your computer to the monitor using a DP cable. 3 VGA connector T o connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable. 4 Dell soundbar mounting slots T o attach the optional Dell Soundbar . Monito[...]

10 About Y our Monitor E2016H: VESA Modes Horizontal Sync V ertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption Normal operation Active Active Active White 19 W (Maximum)** 15 W (T ypical) Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Glowing white Less than 0.3 W Switch off - - Off Less than 0.3 W * Energy Star Power Consumption On Mode 11 W *** E2216H[...]

About Y our Monitor 11 Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the OSD . NOTE: The Dell E1916H / E1916He / E2016H / E2216H / E2316H / E2316Hr / E2416H monitor is ENERGY ST AR®-compliant. * Z ero-power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor . ** Maximum power consumption with max lu[...]

12 About Y our Monitor Pin Assignments 15-pin D- Sub connector Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable 1 Video-Red 2 Video-Green 3 Video-Blue 4 GND 5 Self-test 6 GND- R 7 GND-G 8 GND- B 9 DDC +5 V 10 GND-sync 11 GND 12 DDC data 13 H-sync 14 V -sync 15 DDC clock[...]

About Y our Monitor 13 DisplayPort Connector Pin Number 20-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 ML0(p) 2 GND 3 ML0(n) 4 ML1(p) 5 GND 6 ML1(n) 7 ML2(p) 8 GND 9 ML2(n) 10 ML3(p) 11 GND 12 ML3(n) 13 GND 14 GND 15 AUX(p) 16 GND 17 AUX(n) 18 HPD 19 DP_PWR_Return 20 +3 .3 V DP_PWR[...]

14 About Y our Monitor 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 monitor i[...]

About Y our Monitor 15 Model number E2316H / E2316Hr E2416H Screen type Active matrix - TFT LC D Active matrix - TFT LC D Panel T ype TN TN Viewable image Diagonal 584.2 mm (23. 0 inches) 609 .7 mm (24 .0 inches) Horizontal Active Area 509 .18 mm (20. 05 inches) 531.36 mm (20. 91 inches) V ertical Active Area 286. 42 mm (11.28 inches) 298.89 mm (11[...]

16 About Y our Monitor Resolution Specifications Model number E1916H / E1916He E2016H E2216H / E2316H / E2316Hr / E2416H Scan range • Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) • V ertical 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automa tic) Maximum preset resolution 1366 x 768 at 60 Hz 1600 x 900 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Electrical Specifications Model number [...]

About Y our Monitor 17 E2016H ： Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) V ertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/ V ertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3 -/+ VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 5 9. 9 25.2 -/- VESA, 640 x 480 37 .5 7 5.0 31.5 -/- VESA, 800 x 600 3 7. 9 60.3 40.0 +/+ VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 7 5.0 49.5 +/+ VESA, 1024 x [...]

18 About Y our Monitor Physical Characteristics The following table lists the monitor's physical characteristics: Model Number E1916H/ E1916He E2016H E2216H Connector type 15-pin D-subminiature (Black connector) DP , Black connector Signal cable type Analog: D- Sub, 15 pins (cable not included) Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins Dimensions: (with s[...]

About Y our Monitor 19 Model Number E2316H / E2316Hr E2416H Connector type 15-pin D-subminiature (Back connector) DP , Back connector Signal cable type Analog: D- Sub, 15 pins (cable included for E2316Hr only) Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins (cable not included for E2316Hr) Dimensions: (with stand) Height 415 .0 mm (16.34 inches) 427 .58 mm (16.83 in[...]

20 About Y our Monitor Environmental Characteristics The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor: Model Number E1916H / E1916He E2016H 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[...]

About Y our Monitor 21 LCD Monitor Quality & Pix el 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 fix ed pixel that appears as an extremely tiny dark or bright discolored spot. When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known a[...]

22 Setting Up the Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory . 1. Assemble the stand riser to stand base. a. Place the monitor stand base on a stable table top. b. Slide the monitor stand body in the correct direction down onto the stand base until it clicks into [...]

Setting Up the Monitor 23 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 the black VGA or DisplayPort cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your co[...]

24 Setting Up the Monitor Organizing Y our Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer , (See Connecting Y our Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above . Removing the Monitor Stand NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought, please refer to the respective[...]

Setting Up the Monitor 25 2. Remove the stand assembly to the monitor . a. Use a long screwdriver to push the release latch located in a hole just above the stand. b. Once the latch is released, remove the base away from the monitor . Wall Mounting (Optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA - compati[...]

26 Operating the Monitor Operating the Monitor 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. Front-Panel K eys Description A Preset modes Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of preset color modes. See Using the OSD Menu[...]

Operating the Monitor 27 B Down Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. C  OK Use the OK key to confirm your selection. D  Back 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[...]

28 Operating the Monitor NOTE: Auto Adjust is only available when you use the analog (VGA) connector .[...]

Operating the Monitor 29 2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another , the option name is highlighted. 3. T o select the highlighted item on the menu press the button again. 4. Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter . 5. Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the [...]

30 Operating the Monitor Brightness Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the backlight. Press the key to increase brightness and press the key to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100). Contrast Allows you to adjust the contrast or the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen. Adjust brightness first, [...]

Operating the Monitor 31 Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu.[...]

32 Operating the Monitor The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: 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) controls under Display . NOTE : Au[...]

Operating the Monitor 33 Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor .[...]

34 Operating the Monitor Auto Select Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals. VGA Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector . Push to select the VGA input source. DP Select DP input when you are using the DP connector . Push to select the DP input source. Color Use the Color menu to adjust the monitor's colo[...]

Operating the Monitor 35 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 DP adapter . • YPbPr : Select this option if your D VD player supports only YPbPr output.[...]

36 Operating the Monitor Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes.[...]

Operating the Monitor 37 • Standard : Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode. • Multimedia : Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. • Paper : Loads brightness and sharpness settings ideal for viewing text. Blend the text background to simulate paper media without affecting co[...]

38 Operating the Monitor Display Use the Display menu to adjust the monitor's display settings.[...]

Operating the Monitor 39 Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio as Wide 16:9, 4:3 , or 5:4. NOTE: Wide 16:9 adjustment is not required at maximum preset resolution 1366 x 768 (for E1916H / E1916He) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016H) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216H / E2316H / E2316Hr / E2416H). Horizontal Position Use or the buttons to adjust image left and right.[...]

40 Operating the Monitor Energy[...]

Operating the Monitor 41 Power Button LED Allows you to set the power LED indicator on or off during active to save energy . Reset Energy Select this option to restore default Energy settings.[...]

42 Operating the Monitor 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.[...]

Operating the Monitor 43 Language Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese. T ransparency Allows you to adjust the OSD background from opaque to transparent. Timer Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains active after you[...]

44 Operating the Monitor Personalize Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys.[...]

Operating the Monitor 45 Shortcut Key 1 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", " Auto Adjust", "Input Source", " Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key .[...]

46 Operating the Monitor[...]

Operating the Monitor 47 Shortcut Key 2 User can select from "Preset Modes", " Brightness/Contrast", " Auto Adjust", "Input Source" , " Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key .[...]

48 Operating the Monitor Reset Personaliza- tion Allows you to restore shortcut key to the default setting. Others[...]

Operating the Monitor 49[...]

50 Operating the Monitor DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows a software on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings like the brightness, color 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[...]

Operating the Monitor 51 OSD Messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving fr om the computer . See Monitor Specifications for the horizontal and vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor . Re[...]

52 Operating the Monitor Y ou will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled. When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears: 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 o[...]

Operating the Monitor 53 If VGA or DP cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state. See Solving Problems for more information.[...]

54 Operating the Monitor Setting the Maximum Resolution Windows Vista® , Windows® 7 , Windows® 8 or Windows 8.1: 1. For Windows® 8 or 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 resolution and select 1366 x 768 (for [...]

Operating the Monitor 55 Using the Tilt Tilt With the stand assembly, you can tilt the monitor f or the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.[...]

56 T roubleshooting 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, ru[...]

T roubleshooting 57 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. NOTE: Y ou can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in self-t[...]

58 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 off No picture • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected [...]

T roubleshooting 59 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 at: http://www.dell.com/support/ monitors . Stuck-on Pixels L CD screen has bright sp[...]

60 T roubleshooting Synchronization Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn • Reset the monitor to Factor y Settings . • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD . • Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the scrambled screen appears in self-test mode. • Check for be[...]

T roubleshooting 61 Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen • Use the Power Management feature to turn o the monitor at all times when not in use (for more information, see Power Management Modes . • Alternatively, use a dynamic[...]

62 T roubleshooting Dell Soundbar Problems Common Symptoms What Y ou Experience Possible Solutions No sound for system where the Soundbar draws power from an AC adapter No power to Soundbar - the power indicator is off • T urn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position; check if the power indicator (white LED) on th[...]

T roubleshooting 63 Distorted Sound Computer’s sound card is used as the audio source • 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 aud[...]

64 Appendix Appendix 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 Informa tion Guide . FCC Notices (U .S. Only) and Other Regulator y Inf[...]

Appendix 65 Setting the display resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916H / E1916He) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016H) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216H / E2316H / E2316Hr / E2416H) (Maximum) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916H / E1916He) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016H) o[...]

66 Appendix 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 1366 x 768 (for E1916H / E1916He) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016[...]

Appendix 67 Procedures for setting up dual monitors For Windows Vista® Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP , 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[...]

68 Appendix 2. Click Display Settings . 3. Click Identif y Monitors . • Y ou may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the system does not detect the added monitor .[...]

Appendix 69 For Windows® 7 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP , 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 to toggle between the di[...]

70 Appendix 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 .[...]

Appendix 71 For Windows® 8 or Windows 8.1 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP , 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 to toggle[...]

72 Appendix 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 .[...]

Appendix 73 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 the monitor with a lo[...]

74 Appendix For Windows® 8 or Windows 8.1[...]

Appendix 75 • Extend these displays: This option is recommended when an external monitor is connected to a laptop, and each monitor can display different screen independently to improve user convenience. The relative position of the screens can be set up here, for example monitor 1 may be set up to be to the left of monitor 2 or vice versa. Th[...]

76 Appendix For Windows® 7 For Windows® 8 or Windows 8.1[...]

Appendix 77 • 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 1280 x 800 , but aft[...]

78 Appendix For Windows® 7[...]

Appendix 79 For Windows® 8 or Windows 8.1[...]