Dell P2720D (DELL-P2720D) user manual

Contents

1. About your monitorp. 6

   Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and see Contacting Dell for more…

2. Product featuresp. 8

   The Dell P2720D monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features…

3. Identifying parts and controlsp. 9

   Front view 1 2 Control buttons Label Description Use 1 Function buttons Use the function buttons to adjust items in the OSD menu. (For more information, see…

4. Monitor specificationsp. 13

   Model P2720D Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type In-Plane Switching Technology Viewable image Diagonal Horizontal, Active Area Vertical, Active Area…

5. Plug and play capabilityp. 24

   You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display…

6. LCD monitor quality and pixel policyp. 24

   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…

7. Maintenance guidelinesp. 24

   Cleaning your monitor WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety…

8. Setting up the monitorp. 25

   │ 25 Setting up the monitor

9. Attaching the standp. 25

   NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand.If you have purchased a…

10. Connecting your monitorp. 27

    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…

11. Organizing cablesp. 28

    Use the cable-management slot to route the cables connected to your monitor.

12. Removing the standp. 29

    NOTE: To prevent scratches on the screen when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft and clean surface. NOTE: The following procedure…

13. Wall mounting (optional)p. 30

    (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). See the documentation that shipped with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Lay the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion at…

14. Operating your monitorp. 31

    │ 31 Operating your monitor

15. Power on the monitorp. 31

    Press the button to turn on the monitor. Language options English 简体中文 日本語 Please select language: Español Français Deutsch Português(Brasil) Pусский Dell 27…

16. Using the control buttonsp. 32

    Use the control buttons at the front of the monitor to adjust the settings on your monitor. 1 2 3 4 5 Control buttons The following table describes the control…

17. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menup. 34

    Accessing the OSD menu NOTE: Any changes you make are automatically saved when you move to another menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to…

18. Setting up your monitorp. 50

    Setting the maximum resolution To set the maximum resolution for the monitor: In Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10: 1. For Windows 8 and Windows…

19. Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extensionp. 52

    NOTE: These values are applicable to the stand that was shipped with your monitor. To set up with any other stand, see the documentation that shipped with the…

20. Vertical Extensionp. 52
21. Troubleshootingp. 55

    │ 55 Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions

22. Self-Testp. 55

    Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check if your monitor is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly connected…

23. Built-in diagnosticsp. 56

    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…

24. Common problemsp. 57
25. Product-specific problemsp. 61

    Specific Symptoms Possible Solutions Screen image is too small ∞∞Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display settings OSD. ∞∞Reset the monitor to Factory…

26. Appendixp. 62

    Safety Instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock…

27. Safety Instructionsp. 62

    WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards…

28. FCC notices (U.S. Only) and other regulatory informationp. 62

    For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Please follow these…

29. Contacting Dellp. 63

    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…