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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.
Product Features The Dell SE2216H / SE2216HM / SE2216HV flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin- Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display and LED backlight. The monitor’s features include: • SE2216H / SE2216HM / SE2216HV: 54.61 cm (21.5 in.) diagonal viewable image size, 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Function buttons To access the OSD menu and change the settings if required. Operating the Monitor. For more information, see Power On/Off To turn the monitor On or Off. button (with LED Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and indicator) functioning normally.
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Security lock slot 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.
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Bottom View Label Description AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable. HDMI connector Connect your computer with HDMI cable. VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable. Regulatory rating label Lists of regulatory approvals. Label Description AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable.
Monitor Specifications The following section give you information about pin assignments for the various connectors of your monitor. 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...
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HDMI connector Pin Number 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS DATA 2- TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD TMDS DATA 1- TMDS DATA 0+ TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD TMDS DATA 0- TMDS CLOCK TMDS CLOCK SHIELD TMDS CLOCK-...
12 ms typical (grey to grey) Color Depth 16.7 mil colors Color Gamut 84 % (typical) ** * Based on estimation. ** SE2216H / SE2216HM / SE2216HV color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (84 %) and CIE1931 (72 %) test standards. About Your Monitor...
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Resolution Specifications SE2216H / SE2216HM / Model number SE2216HV Scan range • Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) • Vertical 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz resolution Electrical Specifications Model number...
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Preset Display Modes The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering: 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...
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Weight of stand assembly 0.54 kg (1.19 lb) 0.54 kg (1.19 lb) Environmental Characteristics The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor: Model number SE2216H / SE2216HM / SE2216HV Temperature • Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) •...
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...
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.
Do not use all cables at the same time. Use the all cables only when they are connected to different computers with appropriate video systems. Connecting VGA Cable SE2216H / SE2216HM: SE2216HV: Setting Up the Monitor...
Connecting HDMI cable (Optional Purchase) (for SE2216H / SE2216HM) NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance on the computer may vary. Organizing Your Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above.
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. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion near the edge of desk. 2.
Using the Front-Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. SE2216H / SE2216HM: Front-Panel Keys Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of Using the OSD Menu.
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SE2216HV: Front-Panel Keys Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of Using the OSD Menu. preset color modes. See Preset modes Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access to the "Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu. Brightness /Contrast Use the Menu key to open the on-screen display (OSD).
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu 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 changes. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1.
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NOTE: Auto Adjust is only available when you use the analog (VGA) connector. 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.
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4. Press the buttons to select the desired parameter. 5. Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes. 6. Select the to return to previous menu without accepting current settings or to accept and return to previous menu.
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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.
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Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Operating the Monitor...
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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.
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Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video (for SE2216H / signals that may be connected to your monitor. SE2216HM) Auto Select Select this option to scan for available input signals. Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector.
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Color Use the Color menu to adjust the monitor's color settings. Operating the Monitor...
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Input Color Allows you to set the video input mode to: Format • RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the HDMI to DVI adapter. • YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output.
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• Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode. • Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. • Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies. • Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications.
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Saturation This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image. to adjust the saturation from ‘0’ to ‘100’. Press to increase the monochrome appearance of the video image. Press to increase the colorful appearance of the video image. NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only when you select Movie or Game preset mode.
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Aspect Ratio 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 1920 x 1080. Horizontal the buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum Position is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+). Vertical Use the buttons to adjust image up and down.
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Power Button Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off in On Mode to save energy.(SE2216H) Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off during active to save energy.( SE2216HM/SE2216HV) Reset Energy Select this option to restore default Energy Settings.
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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.
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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.
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Shortcut Key 1 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source (for SE2216H / SE2216HM )", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key. Operating the Monitor...
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Shortcut Key 2 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source (for SE2216H / SE2216HM)" , "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key. Operating the Monitor...
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Reset Allows you to restore shortcut key to the default setting. Personalization Others Operating the Monitor...
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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.
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This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention. Conditioning If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor, select LCD Conditioning to help eliminate any image retention. Using the LCD Conditioning feature may take some time. LCD Conditioning feature cannot remove severe cases of image retention or burn-in.
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OSD Messages 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. See Monitor Specifications for the horizontal and vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor.
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The following Power Warning Message box applies to Brightness functions for the first time when you adjust the Brightness level above the default level. Operating the Monitor...
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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. Operating the Monitor...
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If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear depending on the selected input: Operating the Monitor...
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If VGA or HDMI cable is not connected, a floating dialog box appears. The monitor will enter Standby mode after 5 minutes if left at this state. Operating the Monitor...
Please choose the scenario below that best describes the computer system you are using, and follow the provided If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access 2:If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card...
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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 tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics 2. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080 again.
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...
Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instruction. 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.
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.
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.
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• 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: http://www.dell.com/support/monitors. • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
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• Restart the computer in the safe mode. 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.
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 •...
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.