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Dell E1916HV User Manual
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User's Guide
Dell E1916HV
Dell E1916HL
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Dell E2016HV
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Dell E2216HV
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Regulatory Model: E1916HVf / E2016HVf / E2216HVf

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  • Page 1 User‘s Guide Dell E1916HV Dell E1916HL Dell E1916HM Dell E2016HV Dell E2016HL Dell E2016HM Dell E2216HV Dell E2216HVM Regulatory Model: E1916HVf / E2016HVf / E2216HVf...
  • Page 2 Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell™ and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft®, Windows®, and the Windows start button logo are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About Your Monitor ........5 Package Contents .
  • Page 4 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information ..62 Contact Dell........62...
  • Page 5: About Your Monitor

    About Your Monitor Package Contents Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have Contact Dell received all the components and if anything 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.
  • Page 6: Product Features

    Product Features The Dell E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM / E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM / E2216HV / E2216HVM flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display and LED backlight. The monitor’s features include: • E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM: 47.01 cm (18.51 in.) diagonal viewable image size, 1366 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
  • Page 7: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and indicator) functioning normally. Blinking white light indicates that the monitor is in Standby Mode. Back View E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM / E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM: Back View with Monitor Stand About Your Monitor...
  • Page 8 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 Use to organize cables by placing them through the slot. Side View...
  • Page 9: Monitor Specifications

    VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable. Dell soundbar To attach the optional Dell Soundbar. mounting slots Monitor Specifications The following section give you information about pin assignments for the various connectors of your monitor.
  • Page 10 Pin Assignments 15-pin D-Sub connector Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable Video-Red Video-Green Video-Blue Self-test GND-R GND-G GND-B DDC +5 V GND-sync DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock About Your Monitor...
  • Page 11: Plug And Play Capability

    Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the computer can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic. You can select different settings as required. Flat-Panel Specifications Model number E1916HV / E1916HL / E2016HV E1916HM Screen type...
  • Page 12 86 % (typical) * 85 % (typical) ** ** E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM / E2016HV / E2216HV / E2216HVM color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (85 %) and CIE1931 (72 %) test standards. E2016HL / E2016HM color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (86 %) and CIE1931 (72 %) test standards.
  • Page 13 Resolution Specifications Model number E1916HV / E2016HV / E2216HV / E1916HL / E2016HL / E2216HVM E1916HM E2016HM Scan range • Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) • Vertical 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset 1366 x 768 at 60 Hz...
  • Page 14 Preset Display Modes The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering: E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM: Horizontal Vertical Sync polarity Pixel clock Display mode frequency frequency (Horizontal/ (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5...
  • Page 15 E2216HV / E2216HVM: Horizontal Vertical Sync polarity Pixel clock Display mode frequency frequency (Horizontal/ (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3 VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0...
  • Page 16 Physical Characteristics The following table lists the monitor's physical characteristics: Model number E1916HV / E2016HV / E2216HV / E1916HL / E2016HL / E2216HVM E1916HM E2016HM Connector type 15-pin D-subminiature (Black connector) Signal cable type Analog: D-Sub, 15 pins Dimensions: (with stand) 359.0 mm...
  • Page 17 Environmental Characteristics The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor: Model number E1916HV / E2016HL / E2216HV / E1916HL / E2016HM E2216HVM E1916HM / E2016HV Temperature • Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) •...
  • Page 18: Lcd Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy

    In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do not detract from display quality or usability. A display with 1 to 5 fixed pixels is considered normal and within competitive standards. For more information, see Dell Support site at: http://www.dell.com/support/monitors.
  • Page 19: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1. Assemble the stand riser to stand base. a. Place the monitor stand base on a stable table top. b.
  • Page 20: Connecting Your Monitor

    Connecting Your Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect VGA cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer.
  • Page 21: Removing The Monitor Stand

    Removing the Monitor Stand 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 removal instructions. 1. Remove the VESA Cover. a. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion. b.
  • Page 22: Wall Mounting (Optional)

    5. Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the base mounting kit. NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall-mount bracket with minimum weight/load bearing capacity of 2.26 kg (E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM)/2.26kg (E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM)/2.83 kg (E2216HV / E2216HVM).
  • Page 23: Operating The Monitor

    Operating the Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the Front-Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Front-Panel Keys Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of preset Using the OSD Menu.
  • Page 24: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    Front-Panel Keys Front-Panel Keys Description Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down Use the OK key to confirm your selection. Use the Back key to go back to the previous menu.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 26 2. Press the buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the button again. 4. Press the buttons to select the desired parameter.
  • Page 27 The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their functions. Icon Menu and Description submenus Energy Use This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. Brightness/ Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the Brightness/ Contrast Contrast.
  • Page 28 Brightness Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the backlight. Press the key to increase brightness and press the key to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100). Contrast Allows you to adjust the contrast or the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen.
  • Page 29 Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 30 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 Display.
  • Page 31 Input Color Allows you to set the video input mode to RGB or YPbPr. Format Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 32 Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 33 Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. • This is the default preset mode. Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia • applications. Paper: Loads brightness and sharpness settings ideal • for viewing text. Blend the text background to simulate paper media without affecting color images.
  • Page 34 Display Use the Display menu to adjust the monitor's display settings. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 35 Adjusts the image ratio as Wide 16:9, 4:3, or 5:4. NOTE: Wide 16:9 adjustment is not required at maximum preset resolution 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM).
  • Page 36 Energy Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 37 Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 38 Power Button Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off in On Mode to save energy.(E1916HV/E2016HV/E2216HV) Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off during active to save energy.(E1916HL/E1916HM/E2016HL/E2016HM) Reset Energy Select this option to restore default Energy settings.
  • Page 39 Language Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese. Transparency Allows you to adjust the OSD background from opaque to transparent. Timer Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains active after you press a key on the monitor.
  • Page 40 Lock Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is selected, no user adjustments are allowed. All keys are locked except key. NOTE: When the OSD is locked, pressing the menu key takes you directly to the OSD settings menu, with 'OSD Lock' pre- selected on entry.
  • Page 41 Shortcut Key 1 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 42 Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 43 Shortcut Key 2 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 44 Reset Allows you to restore shortcut key to the default setting. Personalization Others Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 45 Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 46 DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows a software on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings like the brightness, color balance etc. Enable (Default): Optimizes the performance of your monitor and provides a better customer experience. Disable: Disables the DDC/CI option and the following message appears on the screen.
  • Page 47 See for the horizontal and vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM).
  • Page 48 The following Power Warning Message box applies to Brightness functions for the first time when you adjust the Brightness level above the default level. When the monitor enters the Standby mode, the following message appears: Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD. If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear depending on the selected input: Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 49 If VGA cable is not connected, a floating dialog box appears. The monitor will enter Standby mode after 5 minutes if left at this state. Solving Problems for more information. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 50: Setting The Maximum Resolution

    1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM). 4. Click Apply. If you do not see 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver.
  • Page 51 2. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL / E1916HM) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL / E2016HM) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) again.
  • Page 52: Using The Tilt

    Using the Tilt Tilt With the stand assembly, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. Operating the Monitor...
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. 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.
  • Page 54: Built-In Diagnostics

    4. This message also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. The monitor will enter Standby mode after 5 minutes if left at this state. 5. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.
  • Page 55: Common Problems

    Common Problems The following table provides general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. Common symptoms What you Possible solutions experience No video/Power LED No picture • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure.
  • Page 56 LCD screen has spots • Cycle power on-off. • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. For more information about Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: http://www.dell.com/support/monitors.
  • Page 57 Safety-related issues Visible signs of smoke • Do not perform any troubleshooting or sparks steps. • Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent problems Monitor malfunctions • Ensure that the video cable on & off connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure.
  • Page 58: Product-Specific Problems

    Product-Specific Problems Specific symptoms What you Possible solutions experience Screen image is too Image is centered on • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the small screen, but does not Display OSD. fill entire viewing area • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. Cannot adjust the OSD does not appear •...
  • Page 59: Dell Soundbar Problems

    Dell Soundbar Problems Common symptoms What you Possible solutions experience No sound for system No power to • Turn the Power/Volume knob on the where the Soundbar Soundbar - the power Soundbar clockwise to the middle draws power from an indicator is off position;...
  • Page 60 Distorted sound Computer’s sound • Clear any obstructions between the card is used as the Soundbar and the user. audio source • Confirm that the audio line-in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card. • Set all Windows volume controls to their midpoints.
  • Page 61 Low volume Volume is too low • Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user. • Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the maximum volume setting. • Set all Windows volume controls to their maximum. • Increase the volume of the audio application.
  • Page 62: Appendix

    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.

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