Dell E2418HN (DELL-E2418HN) user manual

Contents

1. About Your Monitorp. 5

   About Your Monitor Package Contents Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell…

2. Product Featuresp. 6

   The Dell E2418HN flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display and LED backlight. The monitor’s features include: •…

3. Identifying Parts and Controlsp. 7

   Front View 1 Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor) 2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) Back View Back View with Monitor…

4. Monitor Specificationsp. 9

   Flat-Panel Specifications Model number E2418HN Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel Technology In-Plane Switching Technology Aspect Ratio 16:9 Viewable…

5. Plug and Play Capabilityp. 17

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

6. LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policyp. 17

   During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visible result is a fixed…

7. Maintenance Guidelinesp. 17

   Caring for Your Monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor…

8. Setting Up the Monitorp. 18

   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…

9. Attaching the Standp. 18

   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…

10. Connecting Your Monitorp. 19

    WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instruction. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your…

11. Organizing Your Cablesp. 20

    After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above.…

12. Wall Mounting (Optional)p. 21

    (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA- compatible base mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or…

13. Operating the Monitorp. 22

    Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor

14. Power On the Monitorp. 22

    Press the button to turn on the monitor

15. Using the Front-Panel Controlsp. 22

    Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings

16. Front-Panel Keysp. 22

    Description A Preset modes Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of preset color modes. See Using the OSD Menu. B Brightness /Contrast Use the…

17. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menup. 23

    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…

18. Setting the Maximum Resolutionp. 36

    For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels by performing the…

19. Using the Tiltp. 37

    Operating the Monitor 37 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access 1. Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service…

20. Troubleshootingp. 39

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

21. Self-Testp. 39

    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…

22. Built-in Diagnosticsp. 39
23. Common Problemsp. 41

    The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. Common Symptoms What You…

24. Product-Specific Problemsp. 44

    Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area • Check…

25. Dell Soundbar Problemsp. 45

    Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No sound for system where the Soundbar draws power from an AC adapter No power to Soundbar - the power…

26. Appendixp. 48

    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. 48

    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. 48

    For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.com\regulatory_compliance. This device complies…

29. Contact Dellp. 48

    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…