Dell E2210HF manual

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    Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Notes, Notices, and Cautions     Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2009DellInc.Allrightsreserved. Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbi[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  About Your Monitor Dell™E2010H/E2210H/E2310HFlatPanelMonitorUser'sGuide  Package Contents   Product Features  Identifying Parts and Controls  Monitor Specifications  Plug and Play Capability  LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy  Maintenance Guideli[...]

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     Product Features The Dell™E2010H/E2210H/E2310H flat panel display has an active matrix, thin - film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: ■ E2010H: 20 inch (508.0 mm) viewable area display. 1600x900 resolution, plus full - screen support for lower resolutions. ■ E2210H: 21.5 inch (546.0 mm) viewa[...]

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      Back View 1. Shortcut Key 1 2. Shortcut Key 2 3. OSD Menu 4. Exit 5. Power On/Off   Side View Label Description Use 1 Regulatory rating label List the regulatory approvals. 2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 3 VESA mounting holes (100 mm) T o mount the[...]

  • Page 5

    Bottom View  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 consumpti[...]

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     The OSD will only function in the normal operation mode. When any button except power button is pressed in Active - off mode, the following messages will be displayed: Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the OSD . Pin Assignments 15 - pin D - Sub connector DVI connector VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indica[...]

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    Plug and Play Capability You 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 installations are autom[...]

  • Page 8

    Resolution Specifications Electrical Specifications Model number Dell E2010H/E2210H/E2310H Flat Panel Monitor Scan range l Horizontal l Vertical  30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) 50 Hz to 75 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution 1600 x 900 at 60 Hz (For E2010H) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (For E2210H/E2310H) Model number Dell E2010H/E2210H/E2310H Flat P[...]

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     LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy During the LCD 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 extremely tiny dark or bright discolored spot.When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known as a “ bright dot. ” W[...]

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     Maintenance Guidelines Caring for Your Monitor For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: l To clean your antistatic screen, slightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen - cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating. [...]

  • Page 11

    Back to Contents Page  Appendix Dell™ E2010H /E2210H/E2310H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide  Safety Instructions  FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information  Contacting Dell   CAUTION: Safety Instructions For information on safety instructions, see the Product Information Guide . FCC Notices (U.S. Only) a[...]

  • Page 12

    Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™E2010H/E2210H/E2310HFlatPanelMonitor IfyouhaveaDell™desktoporaDell™portablecomputerwithinternetaccess 1. Go to http://support.dell.com , enteryourservicetag,anddownloadthelatestdriverforyourgraphicsca[...]

  • Page 13

    Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H 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 d[...]

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    Back to Contents Page  Operating the Monitor Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H 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  Power On the Monitor Press the button [...]

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    Using the On - Screen Display (OSD) Menu   Accessing the Menu Syste The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their functions.  1. Press the button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu.  Main Menu 2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the opt[...]

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    Auto Adjust  Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self 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 unde[...]

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      l Standard : Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode. l Multimedia : Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. l Game : Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications. l Warm : Increase the color temperature. The screen appears warmer with a red/yellow tint. l Cool : Decreases [...]

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       Back Press to go back to the main menu .  Horizontal Position Use the or buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum is '0' ( - ). Maximum is '100' (+).  Vertical Position Use the or buttons to adjust image up and down. Minimum is '0' ( - ). Maximum is '100' (+)  Sharpness This featur[...]

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    Menu Timer Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains active after you press a key on the monitor. Use the and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.  Menu Lock Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is selected, no user adjustments are allowed. NOTE: When the OSD is locked, press the first OSD [...]

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    OSD Warning Messages    Back Press to go back to the main menu. When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: E2010H: E2210H/E2310H:  This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal[...]

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        See Solving Problems for more information. 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 1600 x 900 (for E2010H) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2210H/E2310H). 4. Click OK . If you do not see 1600 [...]

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    Tilt With the built - in pedestal, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.  Back to Contents Page NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.[...]

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    Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H Flat Panel Monitor Setting the display resolution to1600 x 900 (for E2010H) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2210H/E2310H) (Maximum) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1600 x900 (for E2010H) or 1920 x 108[...]

  • Page 24

    Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H FlatPanelMonitor Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2009 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[...]

  • Page 25

    Back to Contents Page  Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide  Attaching the Stand  Connecting Your Monitor  Attaching the Dell Soundbar (Optional)  RemovingtheStandBase  Wallmounting(Optional)  Attaching the Stand  Connecting Your Mo[...]

  • Page 26

    Attaching the Dell Soundbar(Optional) To attach the Soundbar: Removing the Stand  To remove the stand: 1. P ress and hold the stand release button. 2. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor . CAUTION: The Graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. NOTICE: Donotusewithanydevice[...]

  • Page 27

    Wall Mounting (Optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA compatible base mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor panel on soft cloth or cushion on stable flat table. 2. Remove the stand 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. 4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall m[...]

  • Page 28

    Back to Contents Page  Troubleshooting Dell™ E2010H/E2210H/E2310H Flat Panel Monitor  Self - Test  Common Problems  Product Specific Problems   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 conne[...]

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    A. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). B. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self - test mode. C. Press and hold the 1st and 4th buttons on the front panel, simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears. D. Carefully inspect the screen f[...]

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     Product Specific Problems Back to Contents Page Settings OSD if the Color Management is turned off. l Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Advance Setting OSD. l Run the built - in diagnostics. Image retention from a static imageleftonthemonitorfora long period of time Faint shadow from the static image d[...]