Dell E177fp Users Guide

							 
Notes, Notices, and Cautions  
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October 2006      Rev. A00  About Your Monitor  
Front View  
Back View  
Side View  
Bottom View  
Monitor specifications  
Caring for your Monitor  
Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand  
Attaching the Stand  
Organizing Your Cables  
Using the Tilt  
Removing the Stand  
Using the OSD  
Connecting Your Monitor  
Using the Front Panel Buttons  
Using the OSD  
Using the Dell™ Soundbar (Optionalyf   Product Specific Problems   
Monitor Specific Troubleshooting  
Common Problems  
Product Specific Problems  
Appendix  
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)   
CAUTION: Safety Instruction  
Contacting Dell  
Your Monitor Set - up Guide  
  NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.  
  NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.  
  CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates the potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.    
						

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About Your Monitor   
 
  Front View  
  Back View  
  Side View  
  Bottom View  
  Monitor Specifications  
  Caring for your Monitor  
Front View  
 
 
Back View  1 Menu selection button 
2 Brightness Contrast / Down( - ) button 
3 Auto - Adjust / Up(+) button 
4 Power button On/Off button with indicator   
						

							 
 
 
Side View  1 Security lock slot  -  Attach a lock to secure your monitor. 
2 Dell Soundbar mounting brackets  -  Attach the optional Dell Soundbar. 
3 Barcode serial number label  -  Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
4  Regulatory rating label  -  List the regulatory approvals. 
5 Stand removal button  -  Press to release the stand. 
6 VESA mounting holes ( 100mm  -  behind attached stand)  -  Use to mount monitor. 
7 Cable holder  -  Help organize cables by passing them through the holder.   
						

							Right side  
Left side  
Bottom View    
 
1 AC power cord connector 
2 VGA connector  
						

							Monitor Specifications  
General  
Model number E177FP
Flat Panel  
Screen type Active matrix  -   TFT LCD
Screen dimensions 17 inches (17 - inch diagonal viewable image size)
Preset display area:
Horizontal 337.9 mm (13.3 inches)
Vertical 270.3 mm (10.6 inches)
Pixel pitch 0.264 mm x 0.264 mm
Viewing angle Viewing angle 120° (verticalyfW\S
						

							Power Management Modes  
If you have VESAs DPMS compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can  automatically reduce its power consumption when not in 
use. This is referred to as Power Save Mode. If input from keyboard, mouse or other input devices is detected by the computer, the monitor automatically 
resumes functioning. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature:  
 
Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the  OSD .  Dimensions (with stand):
Height    389.66 mm (15.34 inches)
Width   374.7 mm (14.75 inches)
Depth   
						

							Pin Assignments  
VGA Connector  
 
The following table shows pin assignments in the VGA connector:  
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 configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor 
installations are automatic; you can select different settings, if desired.  
Caring for 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 darker - colored plastics may scratch and show white scuff marks more than 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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Pin Number    
15 - pin  Side of the Connected 
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 Computer 5V/3.3V  
10 GND - sync
11 GND
12 DDC data
13 H - sync
14 V - sync
15 DDC clock
CAUTION:   Read and follow the  Safety Instruction  before cleaning the monitor. 
CAUTION:   Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor from the electrical outlet.   
						

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Appendix   
 
  FCC Notice (U.S. Only)  
  CAUTION: Safety Instruction  
  Contacting Dell  
  Your Monitor Set - up Guide  
  Product Information Guide  
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)  
FCC Class B   
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer ’ s instruction 
manual, may cause interference with radio and television reception. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital 
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.   
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:   
1 This device may not cause harmful interference.   
2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.   
NOTICE:  The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell Inc. could void your authority to operate this 
equipment.   
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that 
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference with radio or television reception, which can be 
determined by turning the equipment off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:   
l Reorient the receiving antenna.   
l Relocate the system with respect to the receiver.    
l Move the system away from the receiver.   
l Plug the system into a different outlet so that the system and the receiver are on different branch circuits.   
If necessary, consult a representative of Dell Inc. or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.   
   
The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with the FCC regulations:   
l Product name:E177FP   
l Model number:E177FPf   
l Company name:   
Dell Inc.   
Worldwide Regulatory Compliance & Environmental Affairs   
One Dell Way   
Round Rock,TX 78682 USA 512 - 338 - 4400   
CAUTION: Safety Instruction  
Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your computer monitor:   
l To help avoid damaging your computer, be sure that the voltage selection switch on the power supply for the computer is set to match the alternating 
current (AC) power available at your location: 
115 volts (V)/60 hertz (Hz) in most of North and South America and some Far Eastern countries such as Japan, South Korea (also 220 volts (V)/60 
hertz (Hz)), and Taiwan.   
230 volts (V)/50 hertz (Hz) in most of Europe, the Middle East, and the Far East.   
Always be sure that your monitor is electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location. 
l Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations that are exposed to heat, direct sunlight, or extreme cold.   
l Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with large temperature differences.   
l Do not subject the LCD monitor to severe vibration or high impact conditions. For example, do not place the LCD monitor inside a car trunk.   
l Do not store or use the LCD monitor in locations exposed to high humidity or dusty environment.   
l Do not allow water or other liquids to spill on or into the LCD monitor.   
l Keep flat panel monitor in room temperature conditions. Excessive cold or hot conditions can have an adverse effect on the liquid crystal of the display.   
l Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings. Doing so may create the danger of electric shock.   
l To avoid electric shock, never touch the inside of the monitor. Only a qualified technician should open the monitor case.   
l Never use your monitor if the power cable has been damaged. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cable. Keep the power cable away from 
where people could trip over it.   
l Be sure to grasp the plug, not the cable, when disconnecting the monitor from an electric socket.   
l Openings in the monitor cabinet are provided for ventilation. To prevent overheating, these openings should not be blocked or covered. Avoid using the 
monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface, as doing so may block the ventilation openings in the bottom of the cabinet. If you place the monitor 
in a bookcase or an enclosed space, be sure to provide adequate ventilation and air flow.   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: This monitor does not need or have a voltage selection switch for setting the AC voltage input. It will automatically accept any AC input voltage according to the ranges 
defined in the  “ Electrical Specifications section.     
						

							l Place your monitor in a location with low humidity and minimum dust. Avoid places similar to a damp basement or dusty hallway.   
l Do not expose the monitor to rain or use it near water (in kitchens, next to swimming pools, etc.). If the monitor accidentally gets wet, unplug it and 
contact an authorized dealer immediately. You can clean the monitor with a damp cloth when necessary, being sure to unplug the monitor first.   
l Place the monitor on a solid surface and treat it carefully. The screen is made of glass and can be damaged if dropped or hit sharply.   
l Locate your monitor near an easily accessible electric outlet.   
l If your monitor does not operate normally  -  in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it  -  unplug it immediately and contact an 
authorized dealer or service center.   
l Do not attempt to remove the back cover, as you will be exposed to an electrical shock hazard. The back cover should only be removed by qualified 
service personnel.   
l High temperatures can cause problems. Dont use your monitor in direct sunlight, and keep it away from heaters, stoves, fireplaces, and other sources 
of heat.   
l Unplug the monitor when it is going to be left unused for an extended period of time.   
l Unplug your monitor from the electric outlet before any service is performed.   
l Hg Lamp(s) inside this product contains mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, Go 
Or contact the electronic industries alliance:  http://www.eiae.org  for more information.   
Contacting Dell  
To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites:  
l www.dell.com  
 
l support.dell.com (support)  
For specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in the table below.   
    NOTE:  Toll - free numbers are for use within the country for which they are listed.       
    NOTE:  In certain countries, support specific to Dell XPS™ portable computers is available at a separate telephone number listed for participating 
countries. If you do not see a telephone number listed that is specific for XPS portable computers, you may contact Dell through the support number listed and 
your call will be routed appropriately.    
When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and codes provided in the following table. If you need assistance in 
determining which codes to use, contact a local or an international operator.    
   NOTE: The contact information provided was deemed correct at the time that this document went to print and issubject to change.  
   
Country (City)  
International Access Code Country 
Code  
City Code Department Name or Service Area,  
Website and E - Mail Address Area Codes,  
Local Numbers, and  
Toll - Free Numbers
Anguilla
  Website: www.dell.com.ai    
  E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   toll - free: 800 - 335 - 0031
Antigua and Barbuda   Website: www.dell.com.ag    
  E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   1 - 800 - 805 - 5924
Aomen   Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™, Dell  
Inspiron™, Dell OptiPlex™, Dell Latitude™, and  
Dell Precision™yf  
Technical Support (servers and storage)     0800 - 105  
  0800 - 105  
Argentina (Buenos Aires)  
International Access Code: 00  
Country Code: 54  
City Code: 11     Website: www.dell.com.ar    
  E - mail: la - [email protected]    
  E - mail for desktop and portable computers:  
la - [email protected]    
  E - mail for servers and EMC ®  storage products:  
[email protected]    
  Customer Care   toll - free: 0 - 800 - 444 - 0730
  Technical Support   toll - free: 0 - 800 - 444 - 0733
  Technical Support Services   toll - free: 0 - 800 - 444 - 0724
  Sales   0 - 810 - 444 - 3355
Aruba   Website: www.dell.com.aw  
  E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   toll - free: 800 - 1578
Australia (Sydney)  
International Access Code: 0011  
Country Code: 61  
City Code: 2     Website: support.ap.dell.com    
  E - mail: support.ap.dell.com/contactus    
Technical Support (XPS) toll - free: 1300 790 877
  General Support   13DELL - 133355
Austria (Vienna)  
International Access Code: 900  
Country Code: 43  
City Code: 1     Website: support.euro.dell.com    
  E - mail: [email protected]    
  Home/Small Business Sales   0820 240 530 00
  Home/Small Business Fax   0820 240 530 49
  Home/Small Business Customer Care   0820 240 530 14
  Preferred Accounts/Corporate Customer Care   0820 240 530 16
  Support for XPS   0820 240 530 81  
						

							  Home/Small Business Support for all other Dell computers   0820 240 530 17
  Preferred Accounts/Corporate Support   0820 240 530 17 
  Switchboard   0820 240 530 00
Bahamas Website: www.dell.com.bs  
E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   toll - free: 1 - 866 - 874 - 3038
Barbados Website: www.dell.com/bb  
E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   1 - 800 - 534 - 3142
Belgium (Brussels)  
International Access Code: 00  
Country Code: 32  
City Code: 2  
    Website: support.euro.dell.com    
  Tech Support for XPS    02 481 92 96
  Tech Support for all other Dell computers   02 481 92 88
  Tech Support Fax   02 481 92 95
  Customer Care   02 713 15 65
  Corporate Sales   02 481 91 00
  Fax   02 481 92 99
  Switchboard   02 481 91 00
Bermuda   Website: www.dell.com/bm  
  E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   1 - 877 - 890 - 0751
Bolivia   Website: www.dell.com/bo  
  E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   toll - free: 800 - 10 - 0238
Brazil  
International Access Code: 00  
Country Code: 55  
City Code: 51     Website: www.dell.com/br    
  E - mail: BR - [email protected]  
  Customer Support, Tech Support   0800 90 3355
  Technical Support Fax   51 2104 5470 
  Customer Care Fax   51 2104 5480
  Sales   0800 722 3498 
British Virgin Islands   General Support   toll - free: 1 - 866 - 278 - 6820
Brunei  
Country Code: 673     Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia)   604 633 4966
  Customer Care (Penang, Malaysia)   604 633 4888
  Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia)   604 633 4955
Canada (North York, Ontario)  
International Access Code: 011     Online Order Status: www.dell.ca/ostatus  
  Website: support.ca.dell.com  
  AutoTech (automated Hardware and Warranty Support)   toll - free: 1 - 800 - 247 - 9362
  Customer Service (Home/Home Office)   toll - free: 1 - 800 - 847 - 4096
  Customer Service (small/med./large business,  
government)   toll - free: 1 - 800 - 387 - 5757
  Customer Service (printers, projectors, televisions, handhelds, digital 
jukebox, and wireless)   toll - free: 1 - 800 - 847 - 4096
  Hardware Warranty Phone Support (XPS)   toll - free: 1 - 866 - 398 - 8977
  Hardware Warranty Phone Support (Home/HomeOffice)     toll - free: 1 - 800 - 847 - 4096
  Hardware Warranty Phone Support(small/med./large business, government)     toll - free: 1 - 800 - 387 - 5757
  Hardware Warranty Phone Support (printers,projectors, televisions, 
handhelds, digital jukebox,and wireless)     1 - 877 - 335 - 5767
  Sales (Home Sales/Small Business)   toll - free: 1 - 800 - 387 - 5752
  Sales (med./large bus., government)   toll - free: 1 - 800 - 387 - 5755
  Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales   1 866 440 3355
Cayman Islands   E - mail: la - [email protected]  
  General Support   1 - 877 - 262 - 5415
Chile (Santiago)  
Country Code: 56  
City Code: 2     Website: www.dell.com/cl
 
  E - mail: la - [email protected]
 
  Sales and Customer Support
  toll - free: 1230 - 020 - 4823
China (Xiamen)  
Country Code: 86  
City Code: 592     Technical Support website: support.dell.com.cn  
  Technical Support E - mail: support.dell.com.cn  
  Customer Care E - mail: [email protected]  
  Technical Support Fax   592 818 1350
  Technical Support (XPS)   toll - free: 800 858 0540
  Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron)   toll - free: 800 858 2968
  Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision)     toll - free: 800 858 0950
  Technical Support (servers and storage)   toll - free: 800 858 0960
  Technical Support (projectors, PDAs, switches, routers, and so on)   toll - free: 800 858 2920
  Technical Support (printers)   toll - free: 800 858 2311
  Customer Care   toll - free: 800 858 2060
  Customer Care Fax   592 818 1308
  Home and Small Business   toll - free: 800 858 2222
  Preferred Accounts Division   toll - free: 800 858 2557
  Large Corporate Accounts GCP   toll - free: 800 858 2055