Dell U2415 Manual

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Using the Mobile-High Definition Link (MHL) 
 NOTE: This monitor is MHL certified.
 NOTE: To use the MHL function, use only MHL certified cable and source devices 
that support MHL output.
 NOTE: Some MHL source devices may take more than a few seconds or longer to 
output an image, depending on MHL source devices.
 NOTE: When the connected MHL source device enters Standby mode, the monitor 
will display black screen or show the massage below, depending on MHL source 
device's output.
To enable MHL connection, please perform the below steps:
1Plug the power cable on your monitor into a AC outlet.
2Connect the (micro) USB port on you MHL source device to HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI 
(MHL) 2 port on the monitor with a MHL certified cable (See 
Bottom View for 
details).
3Turn On the monitor and the MHL source device.
4Select input source on monitor to HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI (MHL) 2 by using OSD 
Menu (See 
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu for details.)
5If it does not display an image, see Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) Specific 
Problems. 
						

							32  |  Setting Up the Monitor
Organizing Your Cables
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your 
Monitor for cable attachment,) organize all cables as shown above.
Attaching the Cable Cover
 NOTE: The cable cover is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
1Fit the two tabs on the bottom part of the cable cover to the groove on the back of 
the monitor.
2Press the cable cover till it snaps into place. 
						

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Removing the Monitor Stand
 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 any other stand is 
bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for the set-up instructions
.
To remove the stand:
1Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion.
2Press and hold the stand release button.
3Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.
Removing the Cable Cover
1Press the tab on the cable cover.
2Remove the two tabs on the bottom part of the cable cover from the groove on the 
back of the monitor. 
						

							34  |  Setting Up the Monitor
Wall Mounting (Optional)
(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm).
Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit.
1Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table.
2Remove the stand.
3Use a Phillips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic 
cover.
4Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor.
5Mount the monitor on the wall by following the instructions that comes with the 
wall mounting kit.
 NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall mount bracket with minimum weight/load 
bearing capacity of 5.88 kg. 
						

							Operating the Monitor  |  35
Operating the Monitor
Power On the Monitor
Press the  button to turn On the monitor.
Using the Front Panel Controls
Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the 
image being displayed. As you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an OSD shows 
the numeric values of the characteristics as they change.
The following table describes the front panel buttons: 
						

							36  |  Operating the Monitor
Front Panel Button
Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
Front Panel ButtonDescription
1
Shortcut key/
Preset Modes
Use this button to choose from a list of preset color modes.
2
Shortcut key/
Brightness/Contrast
Use this button to directly access the Brightness/Contrast 
menu.
3
Menu
Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen Display 
(OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See 
Accessing the Menu System.
4
Exit
Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD 
main menu.
5
Power
(with power light 
indicator)
Use the Power button to turn the monitor On and Off.
The white light indicates the monitor is On and fully 
functional. A glowing white light indicates the power save 
mode.
Front Panel ButtonDescription
1
Up
Use the Up button to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu.
2
Down
Use the Down button to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD 
menu. 
						

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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
Accessing the Menu System
 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.
1Press the  button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
Main Menu for digital (HDMI (MHL) 1/ HDMI (MHL) 2) input
or
3
OK
Use the OK button to confirm your selection.
4
Back
Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu. 
						

							38  |  Operating the Monitor Main Menu for digital (mini DisplayPort) input
or
Main Menu for digital (DP) input
2Press the  and  buttons to move between the setting options. As you move 
from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. See the following table 
for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor.
3Press the  button once to activate the highlighted option.
4Press  and  button to select the desired parameter.
5Press  to enter the slide bar and then use the  and  buttons, according 
to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6Select the  button to return to the main menu. 
						

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IconMenu and 
SubmenusDescription
Brightness/
ContrastUse this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment.
BrightnessBrightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
Press the  button to increase the brightness and press the  
button to decrease the brightness (min. 0 / max. 100).
NOTE: Manual adjustment of Brightness is disabled when Dynamic 
Contrast is switched On.
ContrastAdjust the Brightness first, and then adjust the Contrast only if further 
adjustment is necessary.
Press the  button to increase the contrast and press the  button to decrease the contrast (min. 0 / max. 100).
The Contrast function adjusts the degree of difference between 
darkness and lightness on the monitor screen. 
						

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Input SourceUse the Input Source menu to select between the different video 
signals that may be connected to your monitor.
DisplayPortSelect the DisplayPort input when you are using the DisplayPort (DP) 
connector. Press  to select the DisplayPort input source.
Mini 
DisplayPortSelect the Mini DisplayPort input when you are using the Mini 
DisplayPort (Mini DP) connector. Press  to select the Mini 
DisplayPort input source.
HDMI (MHL) 
1
HDMI (MHL) 
2Select the HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI (MHL) 2 input when you are using the 
HDMI connectors. Press 
 to select the HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI (MHL) 
2 input source.
ColorUse Color to adjust the color setting mode.