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Contents About Your Monitor ..............5 Package Contents ..................5 Product Features ..................6 Identifying Parts and Controls ..............7 Plug and Play Capability ................10 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy ..........10 Maintenance Guidelines .................10 Setting Up the Monitor ............11 Connecting the Stand ................
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Using the Tilt ..................... 31 Troubleshooting ..............32 Self-Test .....................32 Built-in Diagnostics ..................33 Common Problems .................34 Product-Specific Problems ..............36 Appendix ....................37 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information ..37 Contact Dell ....................37 Setting Up Your Monitor .................38 Monitor Specifications ............40 Contents...
Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell if something is missing. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
∞ Safety and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell S2216H_S2316H flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: S2216H: 54.61 cm (21.5 inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 ∞...
Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Front panel controls Label Description Function buttons (For more information, see Operating your Monitor) Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) NOTE: For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of the display as the bezel may cause disturbing reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces.
Secures monitor with security lock (security lock not included). Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. Cable management slot Uses to organize cables by placing them through the slot. Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals.
Side View Bottom View Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Power-adapter port To connect the monitor power cable using a 12V DC adapter for transition. Audio Line Out port Connect to external speakers (Optional Purchase) * Audio Line In port Connects the audio cable (Optional Purchase) from the source device to the monitor.
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not affect the display quality or usability. For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following steps is applicable for a monitor with a stand. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Remove the cover and place the monitor on it. 2.
Connecting Your Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn Off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2.
Connecting the audio cable(Optional Purchase) Organizing Cables After you connect all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, organize all cables as shown above. NOTE: After the cables are connected, they will have to be disconnected again to route them through the hole. Setting Up the Monitor...
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 and clean surface. NOTE: The following steps is applicable for a monitor with a stand. To remove the stand: 1.
Operating Your 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 image being displayed. The following table describes the front panel buttons: Front Panel Button Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset...
Use the Power button to turn the monitor On 2&3 and Off. Power On/Off button (with Solid white light indicates the monitor is On and LED indicator) fully functional. Blinking white light indicates the power save mode. OSD controls Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Front Panel Button Description Use the Up button to increase values or move up.
OSD menu to disappear. 1. Press the button to display the OSD main menu. Main Menu for analog (VGA) input Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Contrast Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
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Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Press to adjust the screen automatically. Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Auto Adjustment in Progress...
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Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Select Auto Adjust Input Source HDMI Color Display Audio Energy Menu...
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∞ Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Preset Modes Standard...
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∞ RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the HDMI cable. ∞ YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Preset Modes...
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Display Use the Display to adjust image. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Aspect Ratio Wide 16:9 Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Input Source Vertical Position Color Sharpness Display Pixel Clock Phase Audio Energy Dynamic Contrast Normal Menu Response Time...
Audio Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Volume Auto Adjust Audio Source PC Audio Enable Speaker Input Source Color Reset Audio Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Volume Use the buttons to adjust the volume.Minimum is ‘0’ (-).
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Menu Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD, such as, the languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu remains on screen and so on. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Language English Auto Adjust...
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Personalize Users can choose a feature from Shortcut Key 1, Shortcut Key 2, Reset Personalization, Preset Modes or Brightness/ Contrast and set it as a shortcut key. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Preset Modes Auto Adjust...
You can disable this feature by selecting Disable. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. Dell S2X16H Energy Use Brightness / Contrast DDC/CI Enable...
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OSD Warning Messages When the Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. Dell S2X16H To allow manual adjustment of brightness, the Dynamic Contrast will be switched off. Do you want to continue?
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When the monitor enters the Power Save Mode, the following message appears: Dell S2X16H Entering Power Save Mode. If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear depending on the selected input: Dell S2X16H There is no signal coming from your computer.
If you do not see 1920 x 1080 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 www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest ∞ driver for your graphics card.
Using the Tilt 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 set up instructions. Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended and fully tilted up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.
If the monitor is working correctly, it detects that there is no signal and one of the following message appears. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Dell S2X16H No HDMI Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 5 minutes.
Built-in Diagnostics Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if any screen abnormality you experience is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your computer and video card. NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.
∞ Cycle power On-Off. bright spots ∞ Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. ∞ For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at:http://www.dell.com/ support/monitors. Brightness Picture too dim ∞...
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∞ Restart the computer in the safe mode. Safety Related Visible signs of ∞ Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. Issues smoke or sparks ∞ Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Monitor ∞ Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to Problems malfunctions on the computer is connected properly and is secure.
Product-Specific Problems Specific What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience ∞ Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display Screen image is Image is centered too small on screen, but settings OSD. does not fill entire ∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings(Factory viewing area Reset) .
For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
Please choose the scenario below that best describes the computer system you are using, and follow the given steps. If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your init-caps, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
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7. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080 again. NOTE: If you are unable to set the recommended resolution, contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution.
6ms gray to gray (typical) Color depth 16.78 million colors 16.78 million colors Color gamut 82%(typical) 82%(typical) [S2216H/S2316H] color gamut(typical) is based on CIE1976(82%) and CIE1931(72%) test standards. Resolution Specifications Model S2216H S2316H Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
Environmental Characteristics Model S2216H S2316H Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non-operating Storage ∞ -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) ∞ -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Shipping Humidity Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating ∞ Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) ∞...
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No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR-compliant. Speaker Specifications Model S2216H S2316H Speaker rated power 2 x 3 W 2 x 3 W Frequency Response...
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The OSD functions only in the normal operation mode. When any button is pressed in the Active-off mode, the following message will be displayed: Dell S2X16H There is no signal coming from your computer. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up. If there is no display, press the monitor button now to select the correct input source on the On-Screen-Display menu.
Pin Assignments VGA Connector Pin Number 15-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Video-Red Video-Green Video-Blue Self-test GND-R GND-G GND-B Computer 5V/3.3V GND-sync DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock Monitor Specifications...
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HDMI Connector Pin Number 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable T.M.D.S. Data 2- T.M.D.S. Data 2 Shield T.M.D.S. Data 2+ T.M.D.S. Data 1+ T.M.D.S. Data 1 Shield T.M.D.S. Data 1 - T.M.D.S. Data 0+ T.M.D.S. Data 0 Shield T.M.D.S. Data 0- T.M.D.S.