Dell P2210 Users Guide

							 
    Display Settings   Use the Display Settings to adjust image.   
     
						

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Setting Up Your Monitor   
 
Setting the display resolution to  1680 x 1050 ( maximum)  
For maximum display performance with Microsoft ®
  Windows ®
  operating systems, set the display resolution to  1680 x 1050  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  1680 x 1050  .  
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  1680 x1050   .  
4. Click  OK .  
If you do not see  1680 x 1050  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 P2210f & P2210t   
January 2010  Rev. A03   User Guide  
 
Setting the display resolution to 1680 x 1050 (maximum)     
						

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Setting Up the Monitor   
 
   Attaching the Stand  
   Connecting the Monitor  
   Organizing Your 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.   NOTE:  The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
NOTE:  This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When the Optiplex™ USFF 780/ Optiplex SFF 980 AIO stand is bought, please refer to the respective AIO stand setup guide for set up 
instructions.
 WARNING:  Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the  Safety Instructions .  
Connect the blue (VGA) cable from your monitor to your computer.
 
NOTE:  If your computer supports a white DVI connector, unscrew and detach the blue (VGA) cable from the monitor and then 
connect the White DVI cable to the monitor and the white DVI connector on your computer.   
						

							2. Connect the white (digital DVI - D) or the blue (analog VGA) or the black (DisplayPort) display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back 
of your computer. Do not use the three cables on the same computer.  Use all the  cables only when they are connected to three different computers with 
appropriate video systems.   
Connecting the white DVI cable  
 
Connecting the blue VGA cable  
 
   
Connecting the black DisplayPort cable  
     
NOTE:  Do not connect the blue VGA , the White DVI and the black DisplayPort cables to the computer at the same time. All monitors 
ship with the VGA (blue) cable attached by default.  
						

							 
Connecting the USB cable  
After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA /DP  cable, follow the procedure below to connect the USB cable to the computer and complete your monitor 
setup:  
1. Connect the upstream USB port (cable supplied) to an appropriate USB port on your computer. (See  bottom  view for details.)   
2. Connect USB peripherals to the downstream USB ports (side or bottom) on the monitor. (See  side  or  bottom  view for details.)   
3. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet.   
4. 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 .    
5. Use the cable slot 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 slot 
to organize all cables as shown above.  
Attaching the Soundbar  (Optional)  CAUTION:  The Graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary.  
						

							 
To attach the soundbar:  
Removing the Stand  
 
To remove the stand:  
1. Place the monitor on a flat surface.   
2. P ress and hold the Stand release button.    
3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.   
Wall Mounting (Optional)  CAUTION:  Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar. 
NOTE:  The soundbar power connector (+12 V DC output) is for the optional Dell Soundbar only. 
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 soft, clean surface. 
NOTE:  This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When the Optiplex™  USFF 780/ Optiplex SFF 980 AIO stand is bought, please refer to the respective 
AIO stand setup guide for set up instructions.  
						

							(Screw dimension: M4 x 10mm).  
 
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  
 
   Self - Test  
   Built - in Diagnostics  
   Common Problems  
   Product Specific Problems  
   Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems  
   Dell Soundbar Problems  
Self - Test  
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 all Digital (white connector) and the Analog (blue 
connector) cables from the back of computer.   
3. Turn on the monitor. 
   
1. This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.   
2. 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.  WARNING:  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 green. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs shown below will continuously 
scroll through the screen. 
or or  
NOTE:  You can run the built - in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in  self - test mode .  
						

							To run the built - in diagnostics:  
1. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).   
2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self - test mode.   
3. Press and hold the  Button 1  and  Button 4  on the front panel, simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears.   
4. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.   
5. Press the  Button 4  on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.   
6. Inspect the display for any abnormalities.   
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, and white colored screens.   
The test is complete when the white screen appears. To exit, press the  B utton 4  again.    
If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built - in diagnostic tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer.  
Common Problems  
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.   
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 is depressed fully .    
l Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the  Input Source Select  button.   
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.    
l Run the built - in diagnostics.   
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 ratio (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 .    
l Run the built - in diagnostics.   
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 .    
l Run the built - in diagnostics.   
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 2: 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.    
l Run the built - in diagnostics.   
NOTE:  When using 2: 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 the 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.