Dell 24 Gaming Monitor (DELL-S2421HGF) user manual

Contents

1. Safety instructionsp. 5

     │  5 Safety instructions CAUTION: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to…

2. About your monitorp. 6

   Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown in the table below. If any component is missing, contact Dell. For more information, see Contact…

3. Product featuresp. 8

   The Dell S2421HGF monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include: •…

4. Identifying parts and controlsp. 9

   Front view Label Description Use 1 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) To turn the monitor on or off. Solid white light indicates that the monitor is…

5. Resolution specificationsp. 13

   Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 170 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 48 Hz to 144 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1080 at 144 Hz Supported…

6. Plug and Play capabilityp. 20

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

7. LCD monitor quality and pixel policyp. 20

   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…

8. Ergonomicsp. 20

   CAUTION: Improper or prolonged usage of keyboard may result in injury. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye…

9. Handling and moving your displayp. 22

   To ensure the monitor is handled safely when lifting or moving it, follow the guidelines mentioned below: • Before moving or lifting the monitor, turn off your…

10. Maintenance guidelinesp. 23

    Cleaning your monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor…

11. Setting up the monitorp. 24

    Connecting the stand NOTE: The stand is not factory-installed. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped…

12. Connecting the standp. 24

    NOTE: The stand is not factory-installed. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If…

13. Connecting your monitorp. 27

    WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety instructions. NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with Dell…

14. Organizing your cablesp. 28

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

15. Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional)p. 28

    The security lock slot is located at the bottom of the monitor. (See Security lock slot) For more information on using the Kensington lock (purchased…

16. Removing the monitor standp. 29

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

17. VESA wall mounting (optional)p. 29

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

18. Operating the monitorp. 31
19. Power on the monitorp. 31

    Press the Power button to turn on the monitor

20. Using the joystick controlp. 31

    Use the joystick control on the rear of the monitor to make OSD adjustments. 1. Press the joystick button to launch the OSD main menu. 2. Move the joystick…

21. Using the rear-panel controlsp. 32

    Use the control buttons on the rear of the monitor to access the OSD menu and shortcut keys. The following table describes the rear-panel buttons: • For 2-way…

22. Troubleshootingp. 50
23. Self-testp. 50

    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…

24. Built-in diagnosticsp. 51

    Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor…

25. Common problemsp. 52

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

26. Product specific problemsp. 56

    Common symptoms What you experience Possible solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area • Check the…

27. Appendixp. 57

      │  57 Appendix WARNING: Safety instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may…

28. FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory informationp. 57

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

29. Contact Dellp. 57

    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…

30. EU product database for energy label and product information sheetp. 57

    S2421HGF: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/344900