Dell E248wfp Users Guide

							Setting the Optimal Resolution  
1. Right - click on the desktop and select  Properties .   
2. Select the  Settings  tab.   
3. Set the screen resolution to 1920 x 1200.   
4. Click  OK .   
If you do not see 1920 x 1200 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following 
procedures.  
 
If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer:   
Go to  support.dell.com , enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.   
If you are using a non - Dell computer (portable or desktop):  
Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers.   
Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers.   
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)  
The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell flat panel displays.   The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on/off control to 
adjust the overall system level, a blue LED for power indication, and two audio headset jacks.  
 
Using the Tilt  
With the built - in pedestal, you can tilt the monitor to best suit your viewing needs.  
 1.   Power/volume control 
Power indicator 
3.   Headphone connectors   
						

							   
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Setting Up Your Monitor   
 
Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1920x1200 (Optimal)  
For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows ®  operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1200 pixels by performing the 
following steps:  
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 left - mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to  1920x1200 .  
4. Click  OK .  
    If you do not see  1920x1200  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:  If you have a Dell  desktop or a Dell  portable computer with internet access.  
2:  If you have non Dell  desktop, portable computer, or graphic card.  
   
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Mode l  E248WFP  
August 2007         R ev.  A02    User Guide  
  Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1920x1200 (Optimal)    
						

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Setting Up the Monitor   
 
   Attaching the Stand  
   Connecting the Monitor  
   Organizing Your Cables  
   Attaching the Soundbar (optional)  
   Removing the Stand   
   
Attaching the Stand  
  
 
Place the stand on a flat surface and follow these steps to attach the monitor stand:  
1. Fit the groove on the back of the monitor to the two tabs on the upper part of the stand.    
2. Lower the monitor so that the monitor mounting area snaps on to or locks on to the stand.    
Connecting Your Monitor  
To connect your monitor to the computer perform the following steps/instructions:  
l Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable.    
l 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 use 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  NOTE:   The s tand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.  
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Connecting the blue VGA cable  
 
   
After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA cable, follow the procedure below to complete your monitor setup:  
l Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet.    
l Turn on the monitor and the computer.  
If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not display an image, see  Solving Problems .    
l Use the cable management opening on the monitor stand to organize the cables.    
Organizing Your Cables  
 
   
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See  Connecting Your Monitor  for cable attachment,) use the cable management hole to 
neatly organize all cables as shown above.  
Attaching the soundbar  
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1. Working from the rear of the monitor, attach Soundbar by aligning the two slots with the two tabs along the bottom rear of the monitor.    
2. Slide the Soundbar to the left until it snaps into the place.    
3. Connect the Soundbar with the power brick.   
4. Plug the power cables of the power brick into a nearby outlet.    
5. Insert the lime green mini stereo plug from the rear of the Soundbar into the computers audio output jack.   
Removing the Stand  
   
   
After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion, press and hold the LCD removal button, and then remove the stand.   
   
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    NOTICE:  Do not use with any device other than Dell Soundbar
NOTE:  Soundbar Power Connector +12V DC output is for optional only.
NOTE:   To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand,  ensure that the monitor is placed on a clean surface.    
						

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Solving Problems    
 
   Monitor Specific Troubleshooting   
   Common Problems  
   Product Specific Problems  
   
   
Troubleshooting Your Monitor  
Self - Test Feature Check (STFC)  
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 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.   
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.   
   
OSD Warning Messages  
For OSD - related issues, see  OSD Warning Messages  
Common Problems  
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter.   CAUTION:  Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the  Safety Instructions .  
The floating Dell  -  Self - Test Feature Check 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 green. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs 
shown below will continuously scroll through the screen. 
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Product Specific Problems  Common Symptoms   What You 
Experience   Possible Solutions  
No Video/ Power LED off No picture l Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure.  
l Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment.  
l Ensure that the power button depressed fully .    
No Video/ Power LED on No picture or no 
brightness l Increase brightness & contrast controls via OSD.  
l Perform monitor self - test feature check.  
l Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.    
Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy, 
blurry, or ghosting l Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.  
l Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD.  
l Eliminate video extension cables.  
l R eset the monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ration (16:10).  
Shaky/Jittery Video Wavy picture or 
fine movement l Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.  
l Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD.  
l R eset the monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Check environmental factors.  
l Relocate the monitor and test in another room.    
Missing Pixels LCD screen has 
spots l Cycle power on - off.  
l Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology .    
Stuck - on Pixels LCD screen has 
bright spots l Cycle power on - off.  
l Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology .    
Brightness Problems Picture too dim or 
too bright l Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Auto Adjust via OSD.  
l Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.    
Geometric Distortion Screen not 
centered correctly l Reset the  monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Auto Adjust via OSD.  
l Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.  
NOTE:  When using DVI - D, the positioning adjustments are not available.    
Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or 
more lines l Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.    
l Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD.  
l Perform monitor self - test feature check and determine if these lines are also in self - test mode.  
l Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.    
NOTE:  When using DVI - D, the Pixel Clock and Phase adjustments are not available.    
Synchronization Problems Screen is 
scrambled or 
appears torn l Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.  
l Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD.  
l Perform monitor self - test feature check to determine if scrambled screen appears in self - test mode.  
l Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.  
l Restart the computer  in the  safe mode .    
Safety Related Issues Visible signs of 
smoke or sparks l Do not perform any troubleshooting steps.  
l Contact Dell immediately.   
Intermittent Problems Monitor 
malfunctions on & 
off l Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure.  
l Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.  
l Perform monitor self - test feature check to determine if the intermittent problem occurs in self - test mode.    
Missing Color Picture missing 
color l Perform monitor self - test feature check.  
l Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure.  
l Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector..  
Wrong Color Picture color not 
good l Change the Color Setting Mode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or Video depending to the 
application.   
l Try different Color Preset Settings in Color Settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value in Color Settings OSD if the 
Color Management is turned off.  
l Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Advance Setting OSD.  
Image retention  from a 
static image left on the 
monitor for a long period 
of time Faint shadow from 
the static image 
displayed appears 
on the screen l Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor at all times when not in use  (for more 
information, see  Power Management Modes ).  
l Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver.    
Input auto switching to 
another source Cant select input 
source l Under Auto Detect mode if one of the DVI or VGA signal is lost(or cable disconnected) the display will 
automatically switch to the other input source where a signal exist.   
SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire  l Reset the monitor to factory settings using   
						

							   
   
   
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Cannot adjust the monitor with 
the buttons on the front panel OSD does not appear on the screen l Turn off the monitor, unplug the power 
cord, plug back, and then turn on the 
monitor.   
l The OSD Lock is On. Press the menu button 
for 15 seconds to unlock the OSD menu.