Dell E2311h Users Guide

   
    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 and Phase controls under Displays Settings.  

The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor automatically adjusts to the current input: 
NOTE:  In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration.
NOTE:  AUTO ADJUST option is only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector.
INPUT SOURCE    Use the INPUT SOURCE menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor.
  
  
Auto S elect Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals.
VGA  
Select VGA input when you...

l RGB : Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the VGA and DVI cable or the HDMI to 
DVI adapter.   
l YPbPr : Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. 
Mode Selection
Allows you to set the display mode to:   
l Graphics : Select this mode if your monitor is connected to your computer. 
l Video : Select this mode if your monitor is connected to a DVD player. 
NOTE:  Depending upon the Display Mode you select the Preset Modes available...

Press   to increase the colorful appearance of the video image
NOTE:   Saturation adjustment is available only for video input.
Reset  Color Settings  
Resets your monitors color settings to the factory defaults.
DISPLAY   SETTINGS   Use the Display Settings to adjust image. 
  
Display Setting submenu for VGA input    
Display Setting submenu for DVI - D input    
  
Wide Mode    Adjust the image ratio as 4:3 or full screen.
  
Horizontal Position  
Use the   and   buttons to adjust image left and...

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Setting Up Your Monitor   
 
Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum)  
For maximum display performance while using the 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 and click  Properties .  
2. Select the  Settings  tab.  
3. Move the slider - bar to the right by pressing and holding the left - mouse button and adjust the screen resolution...

 
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Setting Up the Monitor   
 
   Attaching the Stand  
   Connecting the Monitor  
   Organizing the Cables  
   Attaching the Soundbar (Optional)  
   Removing the Stand    
   Wall Mounting (Optional)    
Attaching the Stand  
To attach the monitor stand:  
1. Remove the cover and place the monitor on it.   
2. Fit the two tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the back of the monitor.   
3. Press the stand till it snaps into its place.   
Connecting Your Monitor...

 
   
Organizing the Cables  
 
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See  Connecting Your Monitor  for cable attachment,) use the cable management slot 
to organize all cables as shown above.  
Attaching the Soundbar (Optional)  
 
Removing the Stand  
To remove the stand:  CAUTION:  The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary.
CAUTION:  Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar. 
To attach the Soundbar:
1....

 
To remove the stand:  
1. Place the monitor on a flat surface.   
2. Press and hold the Stand release button.    
3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.   
Wall Mounting (Optional)  
(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm).   
Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA - compatible base mounting kit.   
1. Place the monitor panel on a 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...

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Troubleshooting  
 
   Troubleshooting Your Monitor  
   Built - in Diagnostics  
   Common Problems  
   Product Specific Problems  
   Dell Soundbar Problems  
Troubleshooting Your Monitor  
Self - Test Feature Check  
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 
connected but the monitor screen remains dark, run the monitor self - test by performing the following...