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 are using the analog (VGA) connector. Press 
DVI - D
Select DVI - D input when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector. Press 
Color Settings
Use the Color Settings to adjust the color setting mode and color temperature.
There are different color setting sub - menus for VGA/DVI
Input Color Format
Allows you to set the video input mode to.     
						

							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 for your monitor changes.
  
Preset Mode   When you select  Graphics , you can choose  Standard, Multimedia, Game, Warm, Cool, 
l Standard : Loads the monitors 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 the color temperature. The screen appears cooler with a blue tint. 
l Custom (R, G, B) : Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the 
and Blue values and create your own preset color mode. 
When you select  Video , you can choose  Movie, Game, Sports, 
l Movie : Loads color settings ideal for movies. This is the default preset mode. 
l Game : Loads color settings ideal for game. 
l Sports : Loads color settings ideal for sports. 
l Nature : Loads color settings ideal for nature. 
Hue  
This feature can shift color of video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use 
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 for video input.
Saturation  
T his feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image. Use 
Press   to increase the monochrome appearance of the video image  
						

							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 right. Minimum is 0 (
NOTE:  When using a DVI source, the Horizontal Position setting is not available.
  
Vertical Position  
Use the   and   buttons to adjust image up and down. Minimum is 0 (
NOTE:  When using a DVI source, the Vertical Position setting is not available.
  
Sharpness  
This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use 
  
Pixel Clock  
T he Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your monitor to your preference. 
Use the    and   buttons to adjust  for best image quality.
  
Phase   If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use the Pixel Clock (coarse) adjustment and then use Phase 
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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 to  1920 X 1080 .  
4. Click  OK .  
In Windows Vista ®
  or Windows ®
  7:  
1. Right - click on the desktop and click  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 your graphics driver. Please choose the scenario below that best describes the 
computer system you are using, and follow the provided directions:  
1:   
2:   
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Model E2211Hb/E2311Hf.   
 
August 2010 Rev. A00   User Guide  
 
Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum)    
						

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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  
To connect your monitor to the computer:  
1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable.   
2. Connect either the white (digital DVI - D) or the blue (analog VGA) display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your 
computer. Do not 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  NOTE:  The stand is detached from monitor when it is shipped from the factory.
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.
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the  Safety Instructions .    
						

							 
   
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. 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 left until it snaps into place.
3.  Connect the S oundbar with the DC power connector.
4.  Insert the mini stereo plug from the back of the Soundbar into the computers audio output jack.
NOTE:   To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand,  ensure that the monitor is placed on a clean surface.
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.  
						

							 
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 mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD.    
5. Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the base mounting kit.    
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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 steps:   
1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.   
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. To ensure proper Self - Test operation, remove both Digital (white connector) and the Analog (blue 
connector) cables from the back of computer.   
3. Turn on the monitor. 
   
4. This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. The monitor will enter  Power Save Mode 
after 15 minutes  if left at this state.   
5. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.   
If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning 
properly.  
Built - in Diagnostics  
Your monitor has a built - in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor, or 
with your computer and video card.  CAUTION:  Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the  Safety Instructions    
The floating dialog box should appear on - screen (against a black background) if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working correctly. 
While in self - test mode, the power LED remains blue. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs shown below will continuously scroll 
through the screen.  
  or   
NOTE:  You can run the built - in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in  self - test mode .