Dell 27 Curved Gaming Monitor -S2722DGM User’s Guide Model: S2722DGM Regulatory model: S2722DGMt
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Contents Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 About your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Product features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Identifying parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting up the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Connecting the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Using the tilt and vertical extension . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Connecting the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Organizing the cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Securing the monitor using Kensington lock (optional) . . 31 Removing the monitor stand . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards. • Place the monitor on a solid surface and handle it carefully. The screen is fragile and can be damaged if dropped or hit sharply. • Always be sure that your monitor is electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location. • Keep the monitor in room temperature.
About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown in the table below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell if anything is missing. NOTE: Some components may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features may not be available in certain countries.
DisplayPort (DP) cable (DP to DP) • Quick Start Guide • Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information About your monitor | 7
Product features The Dell 27 Curved Gaming Monitor-S2722DGM has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 68.47 cm (27 in.) viewable area (measured diagonally), 2560 x 1440 (16:9) resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. • Color gamut of 99% sRGB. • Digital connectivity with DisplayPort and HDMI. • Enabled with gaming console VRR supportability. • Tilt and height adjustment capabilities.
Identifying parts and controls Front view 1 Label 1 Description Power-status light Use Solid white: The monitor is turned on and functioning correctly. Blinking white: The monitor is in Standby mode.
Back view 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 Label Description Use 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm-behind attached VESA cover) Wall mount the monitor using a VESAcompatible wall-mounting kit (100 mm x 100 mm). 2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. 3 Stand-release button Releases stand from the monitor. 4 Joystick Use it to control the OSD menu. 5 Function buttons 6 7 10 | Use the function buttons to adjust items in the OSD menu. For more information, see Operating the monitor.
Bottom view 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Label Description Use 1 Power port Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). 2 Security-lock slot Secures monitor with security cable lock (sold separately). 3 Stand lock Lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). 4 HDMI port (HDMI 1) Connect the HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor). 5 HDMI port (HDMI 2) Connect the HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor). 6 DisplayPort Connect the DisplayPort (DP) cable.
8 12 | Downlights When the monitor setup is complete, tap the touch sensor at the bottom of the display to turn the downlights on or off. The factory setting is on, so the downlights are active if the power cable is connected (see Downlight).
Monitor specifications Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel type Vertical Alignment (VA) Aspect ratio 16:9 Viewable image dimensions Diagonal 684.70 mm (27 in.) Active area Horizontal 596.73 mm (23.49 in.) Vertical 335.66 mm (13.21 in.) Area 200301.7 mm2 (310.30 in.2) Pixel pitch 0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm Pixel Per Inch (PPI) 108.
Border width (edge of monitor to active area) Top 7.68 mm Left/Right 7.73 mm Bottom 20.
Preset display modes Display mode VGA 720 x 400 VGA 640 x 480 VESA 640 x 480 VESA 800 x 600 VESA 800 x 600 VESA 1024 x 768 VESA 1024 x 768 MAC 1152 x 864 CVT 1280 x 800 VESA 1280 x 1024 VESA 1280 x 1024 VESA 1600x 1200 VEST 1680 x 1050 CVT 1920 x 1080 CEA 1920 x 1080 VEST 1920 x 1200 CVT 2560 x 1440 CVT 2560 x 1440 CVT 2560 x 1440 CVT 2560 x 1440 Horizontal frequency (kHz) 31.47 31.47 37.50 37.88 46.88 48.36 60.02 67.50 49.70 64 80 75 65.29 67.50 135 74.04 88.79 183 222.06 244.
Electrical specifications Video input signals Input voltage/frequency/current In-rush current Power consumption • Digital video signal for each differential line. Each differential line is rated at 100 ohm impedance. • DisplayPort/HDMI signal input support. 100-240 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 1.50 A (maximum) 120 V: 30 A (Max.) 240 V: 60 A (Max.) 0.20 W (Off mode)1 0.21 W (Standby mode)1 25.3 W (On mode)1 56 W (Max.)2 20.97 W (Pon)3 65.55 kWh (TEC)3 As defined in EU 2019/2021 and EU 2019/2013.
Physical characteristics Connector type • One Display 1.2 port • Two HDMI 2.0 ports • One headphone port Signal-cable type • HDMI cable (1.80 m) • DisplayPort cable (1.80 m) Dimensions (with stand): Height (extended) 493.21 mm (19.42 in.) Height (compressed) 393.21 mm (15.48 in.) Width 608.38 mm (23.95 in.) Depth 190.37 mm (7.49 in.) Dimensions (without stand): Height 364.14 mm (14.34 in.) Width 608.38 mm (23.95 in.) Depth 96.28 mm (3.79 in.
Environmental characteristics Compliant Standards • RoHS Compliant • BFR/PVC Free monitor (excluding external cables) • Arsenic-free glass and mercury-free glass (panel only) Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non-operating -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Humidity Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Altitude Operating 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum) Non-operating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum) Thermal dissipation 191.08 BTU/hour (maximum) 86.
Pin assignments DisplayPort Pin 20-pin side of the connected Pin 20-pin side of the connected number signal cable number signal cable 1 ML3 (n) 11 GND 2 GND 12 ML0 (p) 3 ML3 (p) 13 CONFIG1 4 ML2 (n) 14 CONFIG2 5 GND 15 AUX CH (p) 6 ML2 (p) 16 GND 7 ML1 (n) 17 AUX CH (n) 8 GND 18 Hot Plug Detect 9 ML1 (p) 19 Return 10 ML0 (n) 20 DP_PWR About your monitor | 19
HDMI port Pin 19-pin side of the connected Pin 19-pin side of the connected number signal cable number signal cable 1 TMDS DATA 2+ 11 TMDS CLOCK SHIELD 2 TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD 12 TMDS CLOCK- 3 TMDS DATA 2- 13 CEC 4 TMDS DATA 1+ 14 Reserved (N.C.
Plug-and-Play You can install the monitor in any Plug-and-Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so the computer can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic; you can select different settings if desired. For more information about changing the monitor settings, see Operating the monitor.
• Adjust the tilt of the monitor, its contrast, and brightness settings. • Adjust the ambient lighting around you (such as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen. • Use a chair that provides good lower-back support. • Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or mouse. • Always leave space to rest your hands while using the keyboard or mouse.
Handling and moving the monitor 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 computer and the monitor. • Disconnect all cables from the monitor. • Place the monitor in the original box with the original packing materials. • Hold the bottom edge and the side of the monitor firmly without applying excessive pressure when lifting or moving the monitor.
• When lifting or moving the monitor, do not turn the monitor upside down while holding the stand base or stand riser. This may result in accidental damage to the monitor or cause personal injury. Maintenance guidelines Cleaning the monitor WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety Instructions before cleaning the monitor.
Setting up the monitor Connecting the stand NOTE: The stand riser and stand base are detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Connect the stand base to the stand riser. 2.
4. Open the protective cover on the monitor to access the VESA slot on the monitor. 5. Slide the tabs on the stand riser into the slots on the display back cover and press down the stand assembly to snap it into place.
6. Hold the stand riser and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat surface. NOTE: Hold the stand riser firmly when lifting the monitor to avoid any accidental damage. 7. Lift the protective cover from the monitor.
Using the tilt and vertical extension NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand. With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. 5° 100 mm 21° NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
Connecting the monitor 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 time. It is recommend to route the cables through the cable-management slot before you connect them to the monitor. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the DisplayPort/HDMI cable from the monitor to your computer. 3. Connect the power cable from the monitor to the wall outlet. 4.
Connecting the DisplayPort cable DP DP Organizing the cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (see Connecting your monitor for cable attachment) organize all cables as shown above.
Securing the monitor using Kensington lock (optional) 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 separately), see the documentation that is shipped with the lock. Secure your monitor to a table using the Kensington security lock. NOTE: The image is for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the lock may vary.
Removing the monitor stand CAUTION: 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 instructions are applicable only for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand. To remove the stand: 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion. 2.
Wall mounting (Optional) NOTE: Use M4 x 10 mm screws to connect the monitor to the wallmounting kit. Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table. 2. Remove the stand. See Removing the stand for details. 3. Use a Phillips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. 4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor. 5.
Operating the monitor Turning on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the joystick control 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 up/down/left/right to toggle between options. 3. Press the joystick button again to confirm the settings and exit. Joystick Description • When the OSD menu is on, press the button to confirm the selection or save the settings.
• • • • For 2-way (right and left) directional navigation. Move right to enter the submenu. Move left to exit from the submenu. Increases (right) or decreases (left) the parameters of selected menu item. • For 2-way (up and down) directional navigation. • Toggles between the menu items. • Increases (up) or decreases (down) the parameters of selected menu item. Using the rear-panel controls Use the control buttons on the rear of the monitor to adjust the display settings.
Rear‑panel button 4 Description Use this button to directly access the Dark Stabilizer adjustment sliders. Shortcut key: Dark Stabilizer 5 Use this button to directly access the Brightness/ Contrast adjustment sliders. Shortcut key: Brightness/Contrast When you press any of these buttons, the OSD Status Bar appears to let you know the current settings of some OSD functions.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Accessing the menu system Icon Menu and submenus Game Description Use this menu to personalize your visual gameplay experience. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Preset Modes Brightness/Contrast Game Enhance Mode Input Source AMD FreeSync Premium On Display Response Time Fast Audio Dark Stabilizer 0 Menu Hue Personalize Saturation Others Reset Game Standard S2722DGM Preset Modes Enables you to choose from a list of preset color modes.
Icon Menu and submenus Description • Game 1/Game 2/Game 3: Enables you to customize the color settings for your gaming needs. • ComfortView: Decreases the level of blue light emitted from the screen to make viewing more comfortable for your eyes. WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from the monitor may cause personal injury such as digital eye strain, eye fatigue and damage to the eyes.
Icon Menu and submenus Response Time Description Enables you to set the Response Time to Fast, Super Fast, Extreme or MPRT. NOTE: To turn on MPRT, source refresh rate need to be 120 Hz or higher. NOTE: When MPRT is turned on, FreeSync will be turned off. MPRT and FreeSync feature cannot be both turned on at the same time. Dark Stabilizer Improves the visibility in the dark gaming scenarios. The higher the value (between 0 to 3), the better visibility in dark area of the display image.
Icon Menu and submenus Brightness/ Contrast Description Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others 75 % 75 % S2722DGM Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight (minimum 0; maximum 100). Move the joystick up to increase brightness. Move the joystick down to decrease brightness.
Icon Menu and submenus DP HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Auto Select Reset Input Source Display Description Select DP input when you are using the DP (DisplayPort) connector. Press the joystick button to confirm the selection. Select HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input when you are using a HDMI connector. Press the joystick button to confirm the selection. Turn on the function to allow the monitor to automatically scan for available input sources. Press the joystick button to confirm the selection.
Icon Menu and submenus Input Color Format Description Enables you to set the video input mode to: • RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or a media player that supports RGB output. • YCbCr: Select this option if your media player supports only YCbCr output.
Icon Menu and submenus Menu Description Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD, such as the languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu remains on screen, and so on. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Language English Brightness/Contrast Transparency 20 Input Source Timer 20s Display Reset Menu Audio Menu Personalize Others S2722DGM Language Transparency Timer Reset Menu Personalize Sets the OSD display to one of eight languages.
Icon Menu and Description submenus Shortcut key 1 Select from Preset Modes, Game Enhance Mode, AMD Shortcut key 2 FreeSync Premium, Dark Stabilizer, Brightness/ Contrast, Input Source, Aspect Ratio, Volume set as Shortcut key 3 shortcut key. Power Button Enables you to set the state of the power light to save LED energy. Downlight The factory default setting of the touch sensor is on, and you can tap the downlights at the bottom of the display to turn them on or off.
Icon Menu and submenus DDC/CI Description DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to adjust the monitor settings using software on your computer. Select Off to turn off this feature. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor.
Icon Menu and submenus Reset Others Factory Reset 46 | Description Restores other settings, such as DDC/CI, to factory defaults. Restores all preset values to the factory default settings.
OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, the following message is displayed: Dell 27 Gaming Monitor The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 2560x1440, 165Hz or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications. S2722DGM This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer.
Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD. If you adjust the Brightness level above the default level(default level is 75%), the following message is displayed: Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Adjusting to this value will increase power consumption above the default level.
Dell 27 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 1 Cable 1 The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/S2722DGM S2722DGM or Dell 27 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 2 Cable 2 The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/S2722DGM S2722DGM When you select OSD items of Factory Reset in Other feature, the following message is displayed: Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Are you sure you want to reset to default settings? Yes No S2722DGM See Troubleshooting for more information.
Locking the rear-panel control buttons You can lock the rear-panel control buttons to prevent access to the OSD menu and/or power button. 1 2 3 4 5 To lock the button(s): 1. Press and hold Button 5 for four seconds, a menu appears on the screen. 2. Select one of the following options: • Menu Buttons: Choose this option to lock all OSD menu buttons except the Power button. • Power Button: Choose this option to lock only the Power button.
Setting the maximum resolution To set the maximum resolution for the monitor: In Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1. For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. For Windows Vista and Windows 7, skip this step. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3. Click the Dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 2560 x 1440. 4. Click OK. In Windows 10: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Display Settings. 2.
Troubleshooting WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety instructions. 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. Turn off both your computer and the monitor. 2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
Dell 27 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 2 Cable 2 The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/S2722DGM S2722DGM 4. This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 5. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly.
Built-in diagnostics 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, or with your computer and video card. 1 2 3 4 5 To run the built-in diagnostics: 1. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). 2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. 3.
Common problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions: Common Symptoms No Video/ Power LED off What You Experience No picture Possible Solutions • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure. • Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment. • Ensure that the power button is depressed fully.
Common Symptoms Safety Related Issues What You Possible Solutions Experience Visible signs of • Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. smoke or sparks • Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Monitor • Ensure that the video cable connecting the Problems malfunctions on monitor to the computer is connected properly & off and is secure. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the intermittent problem occurs in self-test mode.
Product specific problems Problem What you experience Screen image is Image is too small centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area Cannot adjust OSD does not the monitor appear on the with the screen buttons on the front panel No Input Signal No picture, the when user LED light is controls are white pressed The picture The picture does not fill the cannot fill the entire screen height or width of the screen Possible solutions • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display menu OSD.
Appendix FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory information For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at https://www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Contacting Dell 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.
