Dell P2412H-HF manual

Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (maximum) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2011 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 [...]

Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and [...]

Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 ( maximum) For maximum display performance with Microsoft ® Windows ® operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows XP: 1. Right - click on the desktop a[...]

Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with the c[...]

Power Cable VGA Cable DVI Cable USB upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Product and Safety Information Guide[...]

Product Features The Dell Professional P2412H/P2412H -HF flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin- Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include: ■ 60.97 cm (24 -inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full - screen support for lower resolutions. ?[...]

Front view Front panel controls Label Description 1 Preset Modes (default, but configurable) 2 Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable) 3 Menu 4 Exit 5 Power (with power light indicator) Back View[...]

Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - behind attached VESA Plate ) Wall mount monitor using VESA - compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm) 2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals 3 Stand release button Release stand from monitor 4 Barcode serial number label Refer to this[...]

Left view R ight view Bottom View[...]

Bottom view Bottom view with monitor stand Label Description Use 1 AC power cord connector Connect the power cable 2 DC power connector for Dell Soundbar Connect the power cord for the soundbar (optional) 3 DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable 4 VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable 5 USB upstream port Connect the USB cable that ca[...]

Horizontal 531.36 mm (20.92 inches) Vertical 298.89 mm (11.77 inches) Pixel pitch 0.277 mm Viewing angle 160° (vertical) typical 170° (horizontal) typical Luminance output 250 cd/m²(typical) Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical) 2M to 1 (typical Dynamic Contrast On) Faceplate coating Antiglare with hard - coating 3H Backlight LED edgelight system R[...]

Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/Vertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.0 28.3 - /+ VESA, 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 60.0 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.[...]

Height (extended) 500.0 mm (19.69 inches) Height (compressed) 370.0 mm (14.57 inches) Width 568.0 mm (22.36 inches) Depth 180.3 mm (7.10 inches) Dimensions (without stand) Height 335.5 mm (13.21 inches) Width 568.0 mm (22.36 inches) Depth 64.9 mm (2.56 inches) Stand dimensions Height (extended) 400.7 mm (15.78 inches) Height (compressed) 270.7 mm ([...]

Operating 10% to 80% (non- condensing) Non- operating Storage: 5% to 90% (non- condensing) Shipping: 5% to 90% (non- condensing) Altitude Operating 3,048 m (10,000 ft) max Non- operating 10,688 m (35,000 ft) max Thermal dissipation 170.72 BTU/hour (maximum) 92.19 BTU/hour (typical) Power Management Modes If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance di[...]

NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR - compliant. * Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor. ** Maximum power consumption with max luminance, Dell Soundbar, and USB active. Pin Assignments VGA Connector Pin Number 15 - pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 Video - Red 2 Video - Green [...]

15 DDC clock DVI Connector Pin Number 24 - pin Side of th e C o nnected Signal Cable 1 TMDS RX2 - 2 TMDS RX2+ 3 TMDS Ground 4 Floating 5 Floating 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 Floating 9 TMDS RX1 - 10 TMDS RX1+ 11 TMDS Ground 12 Floating 13 Floating 14 +5V/+3.3V power 15 Self test 16 Hot Plug Detect 17 TMDS RX0 - 18 TMDS RX0+[...]

19 TMDS Ground 20 Floating 21 Floating 22 TMDS Ground 23 TMDS Clock+ 24 TMDS Clock - Plug and Play Capability 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 the system can co[...]

1 DMU 2 VCC 3 DPU 4 GND USB Downstream Connector Pin Number 4 -Pin Side of the Signal Cable 1 VCC 2 DMD 3 DPD 4 GND USB Ports 1 upstream - back 2 downstream - 2 on the left side NOTE: USB 2.0 functionality requires a USB 2.0 - capable computer. NOTE: The monitor's USB interface works only when the monitor is on or in power save mode. If you tu[...]

WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: To clean your antistatic screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen -cleaning tissue or solu[...]

Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) Removing the Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: This is [...]

connect both cables on the same computer. Use both the cables only when they are connected to two different computers with appropriate video systems. Connecting the white DVI cable Connecting the blue VGA cable CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. Connecting the USB cable After yo[...]

CAUTION: Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar. NOTE: The Soundbar power connector (+12 V DC output) is for the optional Dell Soundbar only. To attach the Soundbar: 1. Working from the back of the monitor, attach the Soundbar by aligning the two slots with the two tabs along the bottom of the monitor. 2. Slide the Soundbar to the [...]

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

Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On - Screen Display (OSD) Menu PowerNap Software Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Rotating the Monitor Adjusting the Rotation Displa[...]

1 Shortcut key / Preset Modes Use this button to choose from a list of preset color modes. 2 Shortcut key / Brightness/Contrast Use this button to directly access the "Brightness/Contrast" menu. 3 Menu Use the MENU button to launch the on -screen display (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See Accessing the Menu System . 4 Exit Use this button[...]

or Main Menu for digital (DVI) input[...]

NOTE: Auto Adjust is only available when you use the analog (VGA) connector. 2. 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 following table for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor. 3. Push the button once to activate the highlighted [...]

Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Push the button to increase brightness and push the button to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100). NOTE: Manual adjustment of Brightness is disabled when Energy Smart or Dynamic Contrast is switched on. Contrast Adjust Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustme[...]

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. 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) an[...]

Color Setting s Use Color Settings to adjust the color setting mode and color temperature. There are different color setting sub -menus for VGA/DVI -D and Video input. Input Color Format Choose the RGB option if the monitor is connected to a computer or a DVD using a VGA or DVI cable. Choose the YPbPr option if monitor is connected to a DVD by a YP[...]

Preset Modes When you select Preset Modes , you can choose Standard , Multimedia , Movie , Game , Text , Warm , Cool or Custom Color from the list. Standard : Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode. Multimedia : Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. Movie : Loads color settings ideal for m[...]

Hue This feature can shift the color of the video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use or to adjust the hue from '0' to '100'. Press to increase the green shade of the video image. Press to increase the purple shade of the video image. NOTE: Hue adjustment is available only when you [...]

Display Settings Use the Display Settings to adjust image. Aspect Ratio Adjust the image ratio to Wide 16:9, 5:4 or 4:3. Horizontal Position Use or to adjust the image left or right. Minimum is '0' ( -). Maximum is '100' (+). Vertical Position Use or to adjust the image up or down. Minimum is '0' ( -). Maximum is &apos[...]

Phase If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use the Pixel Clock (coarse) adjustment and then use Phase (fine), again. NOTE: Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are only available for "VGA" input. Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast adjusts the contrast ratio to 2M to 1. Push the button to select the Dynamic Cont[...]

Use or 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. All buttons are locked . NOTE: Lock function – Either soft lock (through the OSD menu) or hard lock (press and hold the button above the power button for 10 seconds) Unloc[...]

Factory Reset Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values. Personalize Users can choose a feature from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source", "Aspect Ratio" or "Menu Rotation" and set it as a shortcut key.[...]

NOTE: This monitor has a built -in feature to automatically calibrate the brightness to compensate for LED aging. OSD Warning Messages When the Energy Smart or Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled.[...]

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 from the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1920 x 1080. You will [...]

If either VGA or DVI- D input is selected and both VGA and DVI- D cables are not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. When monitor enters 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, one of the follow[...]

or See Solving Problems for more information. PowerNap Software The PowerNap software comes in the CD that shipped with the monitor you have just purchased. This software provides Power Saving mode for your monitor. The Power Saving mode lets users set the monitor to "Screen Dim" or "Sleep" when your PC enters the screen saver m[...]

The PowerNap software provides an option to check if there is a new update. Please check periodically if there is a new update for your software. NOTES: After installation, one desktop shortcut and one shortcut under "Start" for PowerNap are created. OS support: Windows XP (32 and 64 bits), Vista (32 and 64 bits), Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit[...]

NOTES: OS support: Windows XP (32 and 64 bits), Vista (32 and 64 bits), Windows 7 (32 and 64 bits) Video interface support: VGA and DVI only. If you do not see the screen rotation, you may need to update your graphics driver or install PowerNap application. If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer: Go to support.dell.com, enter your service [...]

Windows Vista ® or Windows ® 7: 1 . Right - click on the desktop and select Personalization . 2 . Click Change Display Settings . 3 . Move the slider - bar to the right by pressing and holding the left mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1920 x 1080 . 4 . Click OK . If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as an option, you may need to update y[...]

1. Attach mechanism 2. Headphone jacks 3. Power indicator 4. Power/Volume control Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for set up instructions. Tilt , Swivel With the stand attached to the monitor, you can [...]

Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended ( Vertical Extension ) and fully tilted ( Tilt ) up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.[...]

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NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view) with your Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver that is not included with this monitor. To download the graphics driver, go to support.dell.com and see the Download section for Video Drivers for latest driver updates. NOTE: When in Portrait View Mode , you m[...]

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Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor User's Guide Self- Test Built - in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions . Self- Test Your monitor[...]

NOTE: You can run the built- in diagnostics only when the video cable 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 sel[...]

Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. Eliminate video extension cables. R eset the monitor to Factory Settings. Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio (16:9). Shaky/Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine movement Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. R eset the monitor to Factory S[...]

Product Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area Check the Scaling Ratio setting in Image Setting OSD R eset the monitor to Factory Settings. Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel OSD does not appear[...]

audio source Confirm that the audio line - in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card. Set all Windows volume controls to their midpoints. Decrease the volume of the audio application. Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar counter- clockwise to a lower volume setting. Clean and reseat the audio line - in plug. Troubleshoot [...]

Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ P2412H/P2412H- HF Monitor User's Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell WARNING: Safety Instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical [...]

Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to http://support.dell.com , enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. 2. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set[...]

Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2412H/P2412H - HF Monitor If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows XP: 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 o[...]