Dell Sp1908fp Users Guide

							Using the OSD Menu  
1. Push the Menu button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu.     NOTE:   Auto Adjust does not occur if you press the button while there are no active video input signals or 
attached cables.  
 
Power Button and Indicator   Use the power button to turn the monitor on and off. 
The green light indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. An amber light indicates power save mode.  
   
NOTE:   If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu, or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those 
changes. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear.
Main Menu for Auto Detect Analog (VGA) Input    Main Menu for Auto Detect Digital (DVI) Input 
or
Main Menu for Analog (VGA) Input    Main Menu for Digital (DVI) Input   
						

							   
2. Push the  -  and  +  buttons to move between the setting options. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. See the table 
below for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor.  
3. Push the Menu button once to activate the highlighted option.    
4. Push  -  and + button to select the desired parameter.   
5. Push Menu to enter the slide bar and then use the  -  and  +  buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.   
6. Push the Menu button once to return to the main menu to select another option or push the Menu button two or three times to exit from the OSD menu.   or
  NOTE:  Auto Adjust, Positioning and  Image Settings are only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector.  
Icon Menu and 
Submenus Description
  Exit   Select to exit the Main menu.
  Brightness/ 
Contrast   Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. 
Adjust  Brightness  first, then adjust  Contrast  only if further adjustment is necessary.  
Push the  +  button to increase luminance and push the  -  button to decrease luminance (min 0 ~ max 100). 
 
Contrast adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen.  
Push the  +  button to increase the contrast and push the  -  button to decrease the contrast (min 0 ~ max 100). 
 
  Positioning:  
Horizontal  
Vertical     Positioning moves the viewing area around on the monitor screen. 
When making changes to either the Horizontal or Vertical settings, no changes occur to the size of the viewing area. The image 
shifts in response to your selection.  
Minimum is 0 ( - ) and maximum is 100 (+).    
						

							 
  NOTE:   When using DVI source, the Positioning option is not available.  
  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.  
Select to activate automatic setup and adjustment. The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self - adjusts to the 
current input:   
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 (Coarse) and Phase (Fine) controls under Image Settings.  Auto Adjust In Progress  
  NOTE:   In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration.  
    
    
    
    
    
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Image 
settings:  
 
   
Pixel Clock 
(Coarse)  
   
 
Phase  (Fine)  
 
 
 
 
 
 
  The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to more closely adjust your monitor to your preference. Select Image Settings 
in the main OSD menu to access these settings.  
 
   
Use the  -   and  +  buttons to make adjustments. (Minimum: 0 ~ Maximum: 100)  
 
If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use Pixel Clock (Coarse) and then use Phase (fine), again.   
    NOTE:   This function may change the width of the display image. Use the Horizontal function of the Position menu to center 
the display image on the screen.  
 
    NOTE:   When using  DVI source, the Image Settings option is not available.  
Color 
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Normal 
Preset  
 
Blue Preset  
  Color Settings adjusts the color temperature, color hue, and saturation.   
 
The color hue is most noticeable in areas of white.  
 
 
    
    
l Normal Preset is selected to obtain the default (factory) color settings.   This setting is also the  “ sRGB ”   standard default 
color space.    
l Blue Preset is selected to obtain a bluish tint. This color setting is typically used for text based applications (spreadsheets, 
programming, text editors, etc.).   
l Red Preset is selected to obtain a redder tint. This color setting is typically used for color - intensive applications   
						

							 
Red Preset  
 
User Preset   (photograph image editing, multimedia, movies, etc.).   
l User Preset: Use the plus and minus buttons to increase or decrease each of the three colors (R, G, B) independently, in 
single digit increments, from 0 to 100.   
   
   
   
 
   
 
   
 
   
  OSD 
Settings:  
   
 
Horizontal 
Position  
   
Vertical 
Position    
   
OSD Hold 
Time    
 
 
   
OSD Lock     Adjust the settings for the OSD, including the location, the amount of time the menu remains on - screen, and the rotation of the 
OSD.  
 
Position of the OSD:   
l To adjust the horizontal position of the OSD, use the  -  and  +  buttons, and move OSD to the left and right.  
    
l To adjust the vertical position of the OSD, use the  -  and  +  buttons, and move OSD down and up.   
OSD Hold Time:   
The OSD stays active for as long as it is in use. Adjusting the hold time, sets the length of time the OSD remains active after the 
last time you pressed a button. Use the  -  and  +  buttons to adjust the slider in 5 second increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.   
   
OSD Lock:   
Controls user access to adjustments. When Yes (+) is selected, no user adjustments are allowed. All buttons are locked except 
the menu button.  
     NOTE:   When the OSD is locked, pressing the menu button takes the user directly to the OSD settings menu, with OSD Lock 
selected. Select No ( - ) to unlock and allow user access to all applicable settings.  
    NOTE:   You can also lock or unlock the OSD by pushing and holding the Menu button for 15 seconds.  
Language Select to have the OSD display in one of five languages (English, French, Spanish, German, or Japanese).  
 
  NOTE:   The change only affects the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer.  
Audio 
(optional)   You can select to have the audio on or off when the monitor is in power saving mode. 
Yes   —   enables audio  
No   —   disables audio (default)  
 
  NOTE:   When the Dell Soundbar is not properly connected to the monitor, the audio menu is not available.    
						

							Factory 
Reset:   Reset the OSD menu options to  the factory preset values. 
 
  —   Select to exit out of Reset to Factory Settings menu without resetting any OSD options.  
—   Change the settings for Image Position back to original factory settings.  
Color   settings only   —   Change the Red, Green, and Blue settings back to their original factory settings and set  the default 
setting for Normal Preset.  
All   settings   —    Change all the user - adjustable settings including color, position, brightness, contrast and OSD hold time  to the 
factory defaults. The language of the OSD does not change.  
IR   —     This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention.   
   
Enable LCD Conditioning:  If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor, select  LCD Conditioning  to help eliminate any image 
retention. Using the LCD Conditioning feature may take several hours. Severe cases of image retention are known as burn - in, 
the LCD Conditioning feature does not remove burn - in.  
Below warning message appears when you select  “ Enable LCD Conditioning ” :   
 
 
DDC/CI   —     Enable the DDC/CI control function.   
DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to adjust the monitor parameters (brightness, color balance, etc) 
via software applications on your PC.  
Default is Enable. Select Disable to disable this feature.  
For best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor, keep this feature enabled.   NOTE:  Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a problem with image retention.
  NOTE:  Press any button on the monitor to terminate LCD Conditioning at any time.
  NOTE:  If you select Disable, a warning message as shown below appears. Select Yes to return to 
Factory Reset menu. Warning message time out in 20 sec.  
						

							OSD Warning Messages  
One of the following warning messages may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of synchronization.  
This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to 
use.  See  Specifications  for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1280 X 1024 @ 60Hz.   
Occasionally, no warning message appears, but the screen is blank. This could also indicate that the monitor is not synchronizing with the computer.   
See  Solving Problems  for more information.   
Setting the Optimal Resolution  
1. Right - click on the desktop and select  Properties .   
2. Select the  Settings  tab.   
3. Set the screen resolution to 1280 x 1024.   
4. Click  OK .   
If you do not see 1280 x 1024 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.     
1. Auto Detect (Analog Input)  
Cannot Display This Video Mode  
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz  or 
    1. Auto Detect  (Digital Inputyf  
Cannot Display This Video Mode  
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz  
2.Analog Input  
Cannot Display This Video Mode  
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz   or 
     3.Digital Input  
Cannot Display This Video Mode  
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz 
NOTE:   The floating Dell Self - test Feature Check dialog appears on - screen if the monitor cannot sense a video signal.   
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							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.  
 
Soundbar Attachment to the Monitor  
 
Back to Contents Page  1.   Power/volume control 
Power indicator 
3.   Headphone connectors 
1. Working from the rear of the monitor, attach the Soundbar 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 place.
3. Plug in the power cord from the Soundbar into the connector on the back of the monitor. 
4. Insert the lime - green mini stereo plug from the rear of the Soundbar into the computers audio output jack.
NOTICE:  Do not use with any device other than Dell Soundbar
NOTE:   Soundbar Power Connector +12V DC output is for optional only.  
						

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Solving Problems   
 
   Troubleshooting Your Monitor  
   General Problems  
   Product Specific Problems  
   USB Problems  
   Troubleshooting Your Soundbar  
   
   
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 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. 
This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.   
4. 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 system; your monitor is functioning 
properly.   
OSD Warning Messages  
One of the following warning messages may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of synchronization.  CAUTION:  Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the  safety instructions .  
NOTE:  The floating Dell Self - test Feature Check dialog box should appear on a black background if the monitor cannot sense a video signal. 
Using the input select button, select the desired input to be tested either Analog Input or Digital Input. Disconnect the video cable from the video 
card and the Dell Self - test Feature Check dialogue box will appear if the display is operating correctly.
   or     
   or     
1. Auto Detect (Analog Input)  
Cannot Display This Video Mode  
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz  or 
    1. Auto Detect  (Digital Inputyf  
Cannot Display This Video Mode  
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz  
2. Analog Input  
Cannot Display This Video Mode    or 
    3.Digital Input  
Cannot Display This Video Mode    
						

							This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to 
use. See  Monitor Specifications  for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1280 X 1024 @ 60Hz.  
Occasionally, no warning message appears, but the screen is blank. This could also indicate that the monitor is not synchronizing with the computer or that 
the monitor is in a power save mode.  
General Problems  
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter.   Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz    
Optimum Resolution 1280 x1024 60Hz  
COMMON SYMPTOMS   PROBLEM DESCRIPTION   POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS  
No Video/Power LED off No picture, monitor is dead Check connection integrity at the both ends of the video cable, verify that the monitor 
and computer are plugged into a working electrical outlet, and that you have pressed 
the power button.
No Video/Power LED on No picture or no brightness l Press the input select button in the front of the monitor and ensure the correct 
input source is selected.   
l Increase brightness & contrast controls.   
l Perform monitor self - test feature check.   
l Check for bent or broken pins on the end of the video cable.   
l Re boot your computer and monitor.    
Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting l Push Auto Adjust button.   
l Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD.   
l Eliminate video extension cables.   
l Perform monitor reset.   
l Lower video resolution or increase font size.   
Shaky/Jittery Video Wavy picture or fine movement l Push Auto Adjust button.   
l Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD.   
l Perform monitor reset.   
l Check environmental factors.   
l Relocate and test in another room.   
Missing Pixels LCD screen has spots l Cycle power on - off   
l These are pixels that are permanently off and this is a natural defect that occurs 
in LCD technology.   
Brightness Problems Picture too dim or too bright l Perform monitor reset.   
l Push Auto Adjust button.   
l Adjust brightness & contrast controls.   
Geometric Distortion Screen not centered correctly l Perform monitor reset on Position Settings Only.   
l Push Auto Adjust button.   
l Adjust the centering controls.   
l Ensure monitor is in proper video mode.   
Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more lines l Perform monitor reset.   
l Push Auto Adjust button.   
l Adjust Phase and 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.   
Sync Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn l Perform monitor reset.   
l Push Auto Adjust button.   
l Adjust Phase and 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.   
l Boot up in the safe mode.   
LCD Scratched Screen has scratches or smudges l Turn monitor off and clean the screen.   
l For cleaning instruction, see  Cleaning Your Monitor .   
Safety Related Issues Visible signs of smoke or sparks l Do not perform any troubleshooting steps.   
l Monitor needs to be replaced.   
Intermittent Problems Monitor malfunctions on and off l Ensure monitor is in proper video mode.   
l Ensure video cable connection to computer and to the flat panel is secure.   
l Perform monitor reset.   
l Perform monitor self - test feature check to determine if the intermittent problem 
occurs in self - test mode.   
Image Retention (from a 
static imageyf  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. Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver left on the 
monitor for a long period of time.
l In OSD Menu, under Reset to Factory Settings, select  Enable LCD Conditioning. 
Using this option may take several hours before the image is eliminated     
						

							Product Specific Problemss  
USB Problems  
Troubleshooting Your Soundbar   NOTE:   Image Burn - in is not covered by your warranty.  
SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill 
entire viewing area. l Perform monitor reset on All Settings.   
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 and then plug 
back and turn on the monitor.   
SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
USB interface is not working USB peripherals are not working. l Check that your monitor is turned ON.  
l Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer.  
l Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream 
connector).  
l Switch off and then turn on the monitor again.   
High Speed USB 2.0 interface is 
slow High Speed USB 2.0 peripherals working slowly or not at 
all. l Check that your computer is USB 2.0 capable.  
l Verify USB 2.0 source on your computer.  
l Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer.  
l Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream 
connector).   
COMMON 
SYMPTOMS   WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE   POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS  
No Sound No power to Soundbar  -  the 
power indicator is off.   
(built - in DC power supply. i.e. 
SP1908FP ) l Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position; check if the 
power indicator (green LED) on the front of the Soundbar is illuminated.   
l Confirm that the power cable from the Soundbar is plugged into the monitor.   
l Confirm that the monitor has power.   
l If the monitor has no power, see  Troubleshooting your monitor  for monitor common problem.   
No Sound Soundbar has power  -  power 
indicator is on. l Plug the audio line - in cable into the computers audio out jack.   
l Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum.   
l Play some audio content on the computer (i.e. audio CD, or MP3).   
l Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to a higher volume setting.   
l Clean and reseat the audio line - in plug.   
l Test the Soundbar using another audio source (i.e. portable CD player).   
Distorted Sound Computers sound card is used 
as the audio source. l Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.   
l Confirm that the audio line - in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card.   
l Set all Windows volume controls to their midpoints.   
l Decrease the volume of the audio application.   
l Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar counter - clockwise to a lower volume setting.   
l Clean and reseat the audio line - in plug.   
l Troubleshoot the computers sound card.   
l Test the Soundbar using another audio source (i.e. portable CD player).   
Distorted Sound Other audio source is used. l Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.   
l Confirm that the audio line - in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the audio source.   
l Decrease the volume of the audio source.   
l Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar counter - clockwise to a lower volume setting.   
l Clean and reseat the audio line - in plug.   
Unbalanced Sound 
Output Sound from only one side of 
Soundbar l Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.   
l Confirm that the audio line - in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card or 
audio source.   
l Set all Windows audio balance controls (L - R) to their midpoints.   
l Clean and reseat the audio line - in plug.   
l Troubleshoot the computers sound card.   
l Test the Soundbar using another audio source (i.e. portable CD player).   
Low Volume Volume is too low. l Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user.   
l Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the maximum volume setting.   
l Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum.   
l Increase the volume of the audio application.   
l Test the Soundbar using another audio source (i.e. portable CD player).