Dell E1709w Users Guide

							E1709W  Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide  
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Model E1709Wc  
 
   
   About Your Monitor  
 
Setting Up the Monitor  
 
Operating the Monitor  
Troubleshooting   
Appendix  
     
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  CAUTION:  A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.  
						

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About Your Monitor   
 
   Package Contents    
   Product Features    
   Identifying Parts and Controls    
   Monitor Specifications    
   Plug and Play Capability    
   LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy    
   Maintenance Guidelines    
Package Contents    
Your 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.
  l Monitor   
l Stand   
  l Power Cable   
  l VGA Cable (attached to the monitor) 
  l Drivers and Documentation  media   
l Quick Setup Guide    
l Safety Information     
						

							Product Features   
The   flat panel display has an active matrix, thin - film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitors features include:   
■  Dell E1709W  has a 17 - inch (433.0 mm) viewable area display.   
■  1440x900 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.   
■  Tilt capability.  
■  Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) 100mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.   
■  Plug and play capability if supported by your system.   
■  On - Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set - up and screen optimization.   
■  Software and documentation media which includes an information file (INF), Image color Matching File (ICM), and product documentation.   
■  Energy Saver feature for ENERGY STAR ®  compliance.   
■  Security lock slot.   
Identifying Parts and Controls  
Front view  
         
   
   
Back View  1.   OSD menu button   
2.   Brightness and Contrast/Up button    
3.    Auto adjust / Down button  
4.   Enter button   
5.   Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)    
						

							   
   
Side View  
Bottom View  Label Description Use
1    Barcode serial number label    Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
2    Regulatory rating label    List the regulatory approvals.  
3 VESA mounting holes (100mm)  T o mount the monitor.
4 Security lock slot  Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor.  
   
Left side       Right side      
 
        
Label Description Use
1   AC power connector   To connect the monitor power cable.    
						

							 
 
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 VESAs DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor automatically reduces its power consumption when not in use. This is 
referred to as  Power Save Mode .  If the computer detects input from keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. The 
following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature:   
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  
 2   VGA connector    To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable.   
VESA Modes   Horizontal Sync   Vertical Sync    Video   Power Indicator   Power Consumption
Normal operation   Active   Active   Active    Blue    20(normal) /25w
(maximum)   
Active - off mode   Inactive   Inactive   Blank   Amber   Less than 2 W  
Switch off   -   -   -   Off   Less than 1 W  
  NOTE:  Dell E1709W Flat Panel monitor is TC099 and  ENERGY STAR ® - compliant. 
Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor.  
     
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 +5V  
10   GND - sync  
11   GND  
12   DDC data  
13   H - sync  
14   V - sync  
15   DDC clock    
						

							 
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 automatic. 
You can select different settings if required.  
Flat Panel Specifications  
*Dell E1709W Flat Panel monitor color gamut (typical) is based on CIE 1976 (65%) and CIE1931 (60%) test standards.   
Resolution Specifications  
Electrical Specifications  Model number Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Screen type Active matrix  -   TFT LCD
Panel Type TN
Screen dimensions 17 inches   
(17 - inch  wide  viewable image size)
Preset display area:  
l Horizontal    
l Vertical        
367.2mm (14.5 inches)  
229.5mm (9.04 inches)  
Pixel pitch 0.255mm
Viewing angle :
l Horizontal    
l Vertical        
160° typical   
150° typical  
Luminance output 250 CD/m  ² ( typical)
Contrast ratio 600 to 1 (typical)
Faceplate coating Anti - glare 
Backlight CCFL edgelight system
Response Time 8ms typical
Color Gamut 65% (typical)*
Model number Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Scan range
l Horizontal   
l Vertical       
30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)  
56 Hz to 75 Hz (automatic)  
Optimal preset resolution 1440 x 900 at 60 Hz
Highest preset resolution 1440 x 900 at 60 Hz
Model number Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Video input signals Analog RGB: 0.7 Volts +/ - 5%, 75 ohm input 
impedance 
Synchronization input signals Separate horizontal and vertical 
synchronizations, polarity - free TTL level, SOG 
(Composite SYNC on green)
AC input voltage / frequency / current 100 to 240 VAC/50 or 60 Hz  +  3 Hz/1.6A (Max.)
Inrush current 120V:30A (Max.)  
240V:60A (Max.)   
						

							Preset Display Modes  
The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering:    
   
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   60.3   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   +/+  
VESA, 1440 x 900    55.935    60.0   106.5   - /+  
Physical Characteristics  
The following table lists the monitor physical characteristics:   
    Model Number Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Connector type 15 - pin D - subminiature, blue connector; 
Signal cable type Analog:  Detachable, D - Sub, 15pins, shipped 
attached to the monitor
Dimensions: (with stand)
l Height   
l Width    
l Depth        
13.17 inches ( 334.58 mmyf  
15.91 inches ( 404.15 mmyf   
6.17 inches ( 156.72 mmyf  
Dimensions: (without stand)
l Height     
l Width    
l Depth        
10.49 inches ( 266.45 mmyf  
15.91 inches ( 404.15 mmyf  
2.17 inches ( 55.0 mmyf  
Stand dimensions:
l Height    
l Width    
l Depth        
4.20 inches ( 106.8 mmyf  
8.66 inches ( 219.92 mmyf  
6.17 inches ( 156.72 mmyf  
Weight with packaging 9.5 lbs (4.32 kg)
Weight with stand assembly and cables 7.43  lbs ( 3.37 kgyf 
Weight without stand assembly  
(For wall mount or VESA mount 
considerations  -  no cables) 5.81  lbs ( 2.64  kgyf
Weight of stand assembly 0.83  lbs ( 0.38 kgyf 
Environmental Characteristics  
The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor:  
Model Number Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Temperature        
						

							    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. ”   When the pixel remains black, it is 
known as a  “ dark dot. ”  
In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do not detract from display quality or usability. A display with 1 to 5 fixed pixels is considered normal and 
within competitive standards.  For more information, see Dell Support site at: support.dell.com.  
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. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed air.   
l Use a slightly dampened, warm cloth to clean the plastics. Avoid using detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the plastics.    
l If you notice a white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth. This white powder occurs during the shipping of the monitor.   
l Handle your monitor with care as a darker - colored monitor may scratch and show white scuff marks more than a lighter - colored monitor.    
l To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically changing screen saver and power off your monitor when not in use.   
     
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l Non - operating     0° to 40°C (32° to 104°Fyf   
Storage:  - 20° to 60°C ( - 4° to 140°Fyf  
Shipping:  - 20° to 60°C( - 4° to 140°Fyf
Humidity
l Operating    
l Non - operating         
10% t o 80% (non - condensing)    
Storage: 5% to 90% (non - condensing)  
Shipping: 5% to 90%(non - condensing)  
Altitude
l Operating    
l Non - operating        
3,657.6m (12,000 ft) max  
12,192m (40,000 ft) max  
Thermal dissipation 256.08 BTU/hour (maximum)  
119.5 BTU/hour (typical)
  CAUTION:  Read and follow the  safety instructions  
  CAUTION:    
						

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Appendix   
E1709W  Flat Panel Monitor Users 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) and Other Regulatory Information  
For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at  www.dell.com
egulatory_compliance .  
Contacting Dell  
For customers in the United States, call 800 - WWW - DELL (800 - 999 - 3355).  
Dell provides several online and telephone - 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:  
 
Back to Contents Page  CAUTION:  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. 
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. 
1. Visit  support.dell.com . 
2.  Verify your country or region in the  Choose A Country/Region  drop - down menu at the bottom of the page.  
3. Click  Contact Us  on the left side of the page.
4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
5.  Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.  
						

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Setting Up Your Monitor   
 
 
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  1440x900  again.  
Back to Contents Page  NOTE:  If you are unable to set the resolution to 1440x900, please contact Dell™ to inquire about a Graphics Adapter that supports these resolutions.