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Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ P2211H/P2311H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below.
Product Features The Dell™ P2211H/P2311H flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and WLED backlight. The monitor features include: ■ P2211H: 21.5-inch (545.22 mm) viewable area display (Measured diagonally). 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Stand release button Release stand from monitor. Secures monitor with security cable lock Security lock slot Dell Soundbar mounting brackets Attaches the optional Dell Soundbar. Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
Bottom view with monitor stand Label Description AC power cord connector Connect the power cable DC power connector for Dell Soundbar. Connect the power cord for the soundbar (optional) DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable...
16.7 million colors Color gamut (Typical) 68%* 68%** *[P2211H] color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (81%) and CIE1931 (68%) test standards. **[P2311H] color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (81%) and CIE1931 (68%) test standards. Resolution Specifications Model P2211H...
67.5 60.0 148.5 Electrical Specifications Model P2211H/P2311H Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance Video input signals Digital DVI-D TMDS, 600mV for each differential line, positive polarity at 50 ohm input impedance Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations, polarity-free TTL level, SOG (Composite...
This monitor is ENERGY STAR -compliant. * Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor. ** Maximum power consumption with max luminance, Dell Soundbar, and USB active. Pin Assignments VGA Connector...
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: support.dell.com.
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WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: To clean your antistatic screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed air.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ P2211H/P2311H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing the Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optio nal) Removing the Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached from monitor when it is shipped from the factory.
Connecting the Blue VGA Cable CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. Connecting the USB cable After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/DP cable, follow the procedure below to connect the USB cable to the computer and complete your monitor setup: 1.
Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar. NOTE: The Soundbar power connector (+12 V DC output) is for the optional Dell Soundbar only. To attach the Soundbar: Working from the back of the monitor, attach the Soundbar by aligning the two slots with the two tabs along the bottom of the monitor.
To remove the stand: 1. Place the monitor on a flat surface. 2. Press and hold the Stand release button. 3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor. Wall Mounting (Optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible base mounting kit. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on stable flat table.
1: If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access. 2: If you have non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphic card.
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1: If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access. 2: If you have non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphic card.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2211H/P2311H Flat Panel Monitor If you have non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphic card In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab.
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Back to Contents Page Help on PowerNap Installation To install PowerNap succesfully, follow these steps:- ® ® 1. Check Operating System Requirements Windows XP, Windows Vista , Windows 2. Install Entech API Install 3. Install PowerNap Software Install Back to Contents Page...
Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ P2211H/P2311H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu PowerNap Software Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension...
Use the Power button to turn the monitor on and off. The Blue LED indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. An amber LED indicates DPMS power save mode. Power (with power light indicator) Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System OTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes.
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Press the button once to return to the main menu to select another option or press the button two or three times to exit from the OSD menu. Icon Menu and Submenus Description Energy Gauge This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. When the meter is green, it indicates the monitor is consuming low energy level.
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Auto Select Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals. Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Press to select the VGA input source. DVI-D Select DVI-D input when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector. Press to select the DVI input source.
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When you select Video, you can choose Movie, Game, Sports, or Nature: Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies. This is the default preset mode. Game: Loads color settings ideal for game. Sports: Loads color settings ideal for sports. Nature: Loads color settings ideal for nature. This feature can shift color of video image to green or purple.
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Display Setting submenu for DVI-D input Wide Mode Adjust the image ratio as 4:3 or full screen. Horizontal Position Use the buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+). NOTE: When using a DVI source, the Horizontal Position setting is not available.
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Language Language option to set the OSD display to one of eight languages (English, Espanol, Francais, Deutsch, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese or Japanese). Menu Transparency This function is used to change the OSD background from opaque to transparent. Menu Timer OSD Hold Time: Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after the last time you pressed a button.
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Personalize Shortcut Key 1 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source", "Energy Modes" and set as shortcut key. Shortcut Key 2 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source", "Energy Modes" and set as shortcut key. Energy modes...
Energy Smart • Dynamic dimming activated (The Dynamic dimming feature automatically reduces the screen-brightness level when the displayed image contains a high proportion of bright areas) Standard Normal Power Usage: • Screen brightness set by user OSD Warning Messages When Dynamic Contrast Feature is enabled (in these modes: Game, Movie, Sport and Nature), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer.
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system, mountable on Dell Flat Panel Displays. The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on/off control to adjust the overall system level, a blue LED for power indication, and two audio headset jacks.
Attach mechanism Headphone jacks Power indicator Power/Volume control Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When other stand is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for set up instructions. NOTE: Tilt, Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.
Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended (Vertical Extension) and fully tilted (Tilt) up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.
After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete the procedure below to adjust the Rotation Display Settings of Your System. NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, you need to go the graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer website for information on otating the 'contents' on your display.
Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ P2211H/P2311H Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Troubleshooting Your Monitor Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the...
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 on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: support.dell.com. Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has bright spots Cycle power on-off.
Safety Related Issues Visible signs of smoke or Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. sparks Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Problems Monitor malfunctions on & off Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure.
Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer. Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream connector). Reboot the computer. Dell™ Soundbar Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No Sound No power to Soundbar - the Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position;...
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