Dell Sp1908fp Users Guide

							 
Notes, Notices, and Cautions  
   
   
   
   
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Model SP1908FP   
July 2007 Rev. A01  
   
   About Your Monitor  
Front View  
Back View  
Side View  
Bottom View  
Monitor Specifications  
Cleaning Your Monitor  
Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand  
Attaching the Stand  
Organizing Your Cables  
Using the Tilt  
Removing the Stand  
Setting Up Your Monitor  
Connecting Your Monitor    
Using the Front Panel  
Using the OSD  
Setting the Optimal Resolution   
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)  
    Solving Problems  
Troubleshooting Your Monitor  
General Problems  
Product Specific Problems  
USB Problems  
Troubleshooting Your Soundbar  
   
Appendix  
Safety Information  
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)  
Contacting Dell  
Your Monitor Setup 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 a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.  
						

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About Your Monitor   
 
   Front View  
   Back View  
   Bottom View  
   Side View  
   Monitor Specifications  
   Cleaning Your Monitor  
   
Front View  
 
 
Back View  
 1. Video input select
2. OSD menu / select button
3.  Brightness & Contrast / Down ( - ) button
4. Auto - Adjust / Up (+) button
5. Power button (with power light indicator)  
						

							   
Bottom View  
 
NOTE:   You can use this connector only after you connect the USB cable to the computer and the USB upstream connector on the monitor.   
Side View  1 VESA mounting holes (100mm) (Behind 
attached base plate) Use to mount the monitor.
2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
3 Security lock slot Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor.
4 Dell Soundbar mounting brackets Attach the optional Dell Soundbar.
5 Regulatory rating label  List the regulatory approvals. 
6 Stand removal button  Press to release the stand. 
7 Cable management hole Help organize cables by placing them through the hole. 
1 Power connector Insert the power cable.
2 Dell Soundbar 
power connector Connect the power cord for the Soundbar (optional).
3 DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable.
4 VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable.
5 USB upstream 
connector Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the 
computer. Once this cable is connected you can use the USB connectors on the side 
and bottom of the monitor. 
6 USB connector Connect your USB devices.
USB connectors (downstream)    
						

							Monitor Specifications  
Power Management Modes  
If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor automatically reduces its power consumption when not in use. 
This is referred to as Power Save Mode. The monitor automatically resumes functioning when the computer detects input from the keyboard, mouse, or other 
input devices. 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 .  
* Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor.  
Pin Assignments  
15 - pin D - Sub connector  
 
The following table shows pin assignments in the D - Sub connector:  Left side   Right side  
VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync  Video Power Indicator Power Consumption
Normal operation (with Dell Soundbar and USB active) Active Active Active  Green 75 W (maximum)
Normal operation Active Active Active  Green 35 W (typical)
Active - off mode Inactive Inactive Blanked Amber Less than 2 W
Switch off -   -   -   Off Less than 1 W
NOTE:   The OSD only functions in the normal operation mode. One of the following messages appears when the  “ menu ”   or  “ plus ”   buttons are pressed when in 
Active - off mode. 
1. Auto Detect (Analog Input)   
In Power Save Mode  
Press Computer Power Button 
or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse   or    1. Auto Detect (Digital Input)  
In Power Save Mode  
Press Computer Power Button 
or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse   
2. Analog Input   
In Power Save Mode  
Press Computer Power Button 
or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse   or    3. Digital Input  
In Power Save Mode  
Press Computer Power Button 
or Any Key on Keyboard or Move Mouse   
This monitor is  ENERGY STAR ® - compliant as well as TCO 99 / TCO 03 power management compatible.
Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15 - pin Side 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 DDC +5V
10 GND  
						

							24 - pin Digital - only DVI Connector  
 
NOTE:   Pin 1 is at the top right.  
The following table shows pin assignments in the DVI connector:  
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface  
USB ports:    
l 1 upstream  -  rear   
l 4 downstream  -  2 on rear; 2 on left side  
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.  11 GND
12 DDC data
13 H - sync
14 V - sync
15 DDC clock
Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment
1 T.M.D.S. Data 2 - 9 T.M.D.S. Data 1 - 17 T.M.D.S. Data 0 -
2 T.M.D.S. Data 2+ 10 T.M.D.S. Data 1+ 18 T.M.D.S. Data 0+
3 T.M.D.S. Data 2 Shield 11 T.M.D.S. Data 1 Shield 19 T.M.D.S. Data 0 Shield
4 No Connect 12 No Connect 20 No Connect
5 No Connect 13 No Connect 21 No Connect
6 DDC Clock 14 +5V Power 22 T.M.D.S. Clock Shield
7 DDC Data 15 Self - Test 23 T.M.D.S. Clock +
8 No Connect 16 Hot Plug Detect 24 T.M.D.S. Clock  -
This monitor supports High - Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface. 
 
   Data Rate  Power Consumption
High speed  480 Mbps  2.5W (Max., each portyf
Full speed  12 Mbps  2.5W (Max., each portyf
Low speed  1.5 Mbps  2.5W (Max., each portyf
NOTE:  USB 2.0 capability requires 2.0 - capable computer.  
NOTE:  The USB interface of the monitor works ONLY when monitor is powered ON (or in Power Save Mode). Switching your monitor OFF and then ON 
would re - enumerate its USB interface; attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality. 
General  
Model number SP1908FP
Flat Panel    
						

							Screen type Active matrix  -  TFT LCD
Screen dimensions 19 inches (19 - inch viewable image size)
Preset display area:
Horizontal   380 mm (14.96 inches)
Vertical   300 mm (11.81 inches)
Pixel pitch 0.294 mm
Viewing angle 160° (verticalyfW\S
						

							               
Cleaning 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 monitor 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.   Analog: Detachable, D - Sub, 15pins, shipped attached to the monitor  
Dimensions (with stand):
Height    16.56 inches (420.5 mm)
Width   16.15 inches (410.1 mm)
Depth   7.17 inches (182.0 mm)
Dimensions: (without stand)   
Height    13.31 inches (338.1 mm)
Width   16.15 inches (410.1 mm)
Depth   2.59 inches (65.9 mm)
Stand dimensions:   
Height   12.66  inches ( 321.5  mm)
Width   10.26 inches (260.7 mm)
Depth   5.74 inches (145.7 mm)
Weight with packaging 15.11 lbs (6.86 kg) 
Weight with stand assembly and cables 11.9 lbs (5.4 kg) 
 
Weight without stand assembly  
(For wall mount or VESA mount considerations  -  no cables) 8.81 lbs (4 kg) 
Weight of stand assembly 2.8 lbs (1.27 kg) 
Environmental  
Please refer to the operation conditions given below to use the monitor correctly. 
Temperature:           
Operating   5° to 35°C (41° to 95°Fyf
Nonoperating   Storage:  - 20° to 60°C ( - 4° to 140°Fyf  
Shipping:  - 20° to 60°C( - 4° to 140°Fyf
Humidity:
Operating   10% to 80% (noncondensing)
Nonoperating   Storage: 5% to 90% (noncondensing)  
Shipping: 5% to 90%(noncondensing)
Altitude:
Operating   3,657.6m (12,000 ft) max
Nonoperating   12,192 m (40,000 ft) max
Thermal dissipation 256.08 BTU/hour (maximum)  
119.5 BTU/hour (typical)
CAUTION: Read and follow the  safety instructions  
						

							     
             
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Appendix   
 
  FCC Notice (U.S. Only)  
  CAUTION: Safety Instruction  
  Contacting Dell  
  Your Monitor Set - up 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:SE198WFPf   
l Model number:SE198WFPf   
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 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.     
						

							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.   
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  
You can contact Dell through the Internet and by phone:   
l For support through the web, go to support.dell.com.   
l For worldwide support through the web, use the Choose A Country/Region menu near the bottom of the page, or see the web addresses listed in the 
following table.   
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.    
l For support by phone, use the phone 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    Service Type   Area Codes,  
Local Numbers, and  
Toll - Free Numbers  
Website and E - Mail Address  
Anguilla
  Online Support      www.dell.com/ai
  E - mail Address   la - [email protected]
  Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales   toll - free: 800 - 335 - 0031 
Antigua and Barbuda   Online Support    www.dell.com.ag 
    la - [email protected] 
  Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales    1 - 800 - 805 - 5924 
Aomen  
Country Code: 853      Technical Support    toll - free: 0800 - 105 
  Customer Service (Xiamen, China)    34 160 910 
  Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China)    29 693 115 
Argentina (Buenos Aires)  
International Access Code: 00  
Country Code: 54  
City Code: 11     Online Support    www.dell.com.ar
  E - mail for Desktops and Portables     la - [email protected]
  E - mail for Servers and EMC ®  Storage Products    [email protected]
  Customer Service     toll - free: 0 - 800 - 444 - 0730 
  Technical Support  –   Dell PowerApp™, Dell PowerEdge™, Dell 
PowerConnect™, and Dell PowerVault™    toll - free: 0 - 800 - 222 - 0154
  Technical Support Services   toll - free: 0 - 800 - 444 - 0724 
  Sales    0 - 810 - 444 - 3355 
Aruba   Online Support    www.dell.com.aw 
    la - [email protected] 
  Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales    toll - free: 800 - 1578 
Australia (Sydney)  
International Access Code: 0011  
Country Code: 61  
City Code: 2     Online Support     support.ap.dell.com 
     support.ap.dell.com/contactus 
  Technical Support   
  Technical Support for XPS computers only    toll - free: 1300 790 877 
  Home and Home Office    toll - free: 1300 - 655 - 533 
  Medium and Large Business    toll - free: 1800 - 633 - 559 
  Small Business, Education, Local Government    toll - free: 1800 - 060 - 889