Dell C1422H User’s Guide Monitor Model: C1422H Regulatory Model: C1422Hf
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Contents About your monitor............................................5 Package contents...................................................... 5 Product features........................................................ 6 Identifying features and controls................................. 7 Monitor specifications................................................ 9 Pin assignments........................................................14 Plug and play capability..............................................
Troubleshooting................................................27 Self-test.................................................................. 27 Built-in diagnostics................................................... 29 Common problems.................................................... 30 Appendix..........................................................32 Safety instructions................................................... 32 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information.....................
About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components indicated in the table. Ensure that you have received all the components and see Contact Dell if anything is missing. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features may not be available in certain countries.
Product features The Dell C1422H monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 35.56 cm (14.0 in.
Identifying features and controls 1 Label Description 1 2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) 3 USB Type-C (support Alt mode DP 1.2 and PD function) 4 Function buttons 2 3 4 Use To turn the monitor On or Off. Solid white light indicates the monitor is turned on and functioning normally. Blinking white light indicates the monitor is in Standby Mode. Connect to your portable computer/phone using the USB Type-C cable (C to C). Note: USB data not supported.
Back view and label information 1 Label Description 1 Barcode, serial number, service tag, and regulatory information 8 │ About your monitor Use Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. List of regulatory approvals.
Monitor specifications Model C1422H Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type In-Plane Switching Viewable area Diagonal Active area: Horizontal Vertical Area Pixel pitch 355.60 mm (14.00 in.) 309.31 mm (12.18 in.) 173.99 mm (6.85 in.) 53816.85 mm2 (83.42 in.2) 0.1611 mm Pixel per inch (PPI) Viewing angle: Horizontal Vertical Brightness Contrast ratio 158 Faceplate coating Hard coating (H), Anti-Glare Backlight LED light bar system Response time (trise + tfall) 6 ms Color depth 16.
Resolution specifications Model C1422H Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 80 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 61 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Preset display modes Display mode Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) Pixel clock (MHz) Sync polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 1024 x 768 VESA, 1280 x 768 VESA, 1280 x 800 VESA, 1280 x 1024 VESA, 1366 x 768 VESA, 1440 x 900 VESA, 1600 x 1200 VESA, 1680 x 1050 VESA,
Electrical specifications Model C1422H Video input signals USB Type-C/DisplayPort, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 Ω input impedance per differential pair Synchronization Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations, input signals polarity-free TTL level, SOG (Composite SYNC on green) Power Consumption 0.3 W (Off Mode)1 0.3 W (Standby Mode)1 6 W (On Mode)1 7.5 W (Max)2 4.66 W (Pon)3 22.86 kWh (TEC)3 1 As defined in EU 2019/2021 and EU 2019/2013.
Physical characteristics Model C1422H Signal cable type USB Type-C (C to C) 1.0 m cable NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with the video cables that are shipped with your monitor. As Dell does not have control over the different cable suppliers in the market, the type of material, connector and process used to manufacture these cables, Dell does not guarantee video performance on cables that are not shipped with your Dell monitor. Dimensions (with stand): Height 202.69 mm (7.98 in.
Environmental characteristics Model Temperature C1422H Operating Non-operating Storage/Shipping 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Humidity Operating Non-operating Storage/Shipping 10% to 80% (non-condensing) 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Altitude Operating Non-operating Thermal dissipation 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum) 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum) 25.59 BTU/hour (maximum) 20.
Pin assignments USB Type-C port Pin Signal Pin Signal A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 A11 A12 GND B12 B11 B10 B9 B8 B7 B6 B5 B4 B3 B2 B1 GND SSTXp1 SSTXn1 VBUS CC1 Dp1 Dn1 SBU1 VBUS SSRXn2 SSRXp2 GND 14 │ About your monitor SSTXp1 SSTXn1 VBUS SSU2 Dn1 Dp1 CC2 VBUS SSRXn2 SSRXp2 GND
Plug and play capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer 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 as required. For more information about changing the monitor settings, see Operating your monitor.
Setting up the monitor Sleeve The protective sleeve shipped with the monitor can protect your monitor from damage when shipping or storage. The following illustrations show how to use the protective sleeve. Tilt adjustment Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range.
Connecting your 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. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. There are 2 kinds of usage for the C1422H: normal usage and charging usage. Normal usage There are 2 kinds of normal usage for C1422H: notebook and mobile phone. 1.
Plug in usage There are 2 kinds of plug in usage for C1422H: notebook and mobile phone with power adapter. 1. Connect Type-C power adapter to C1422H and connect C1422H to the notebook with a USB Type-C cable. (Electronically marked cable, current rating: 5A) USB Type-C USB Type-C USB-PD Adapter 2. Connect Type-C power adapter to C1422H and connect C1422H to the mobile phone with a USB Type-C cable.
NOTE:When connecting 90W or above adapter, Maximum power delivery output from the monitor is 65W. When connecting 65W adapter, Maximum power delivery output from the monitor is 45W. When connecting 45W adapter, Maximum power delivery output from the monitor is 30W. When connecting <30W adapter, Maximum power delivery output from the monitor is 7.5W. The Dell monitor C1422H can only output a maximum of 65W to the system.
Connecting with Docking device Not supported configuration USB Type-C USB-PD Adapter USB Type-C Supported Configuration Normal usage USB Type-C USB Type-C USB Type-C Plug in usage USB Type-C USB Type-C USB Type-C USB-PD Adapter USB-PD Adapter USB Type-C 20 │ Setting up the monitor USB Type-C USB Type-C
Operating your monitor Turning on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the front panel control Use the control button on the edge of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. 1 The following table describes the control button: Control button Description Power button (with power-status light) To turn the monitor On or Off. Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and functioning normally. Blinking white light indicates that the monitor is in Standby Mode.
OSD controls Use the buttons on the edge of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 3 - 2 + 1 Control buttons 1 ComfortView 2 + Brightness/ Up/[+] 3 Brightness/ Down/[—] Description To launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu, or to access the list of items/options of a menu item. For more information, see Accessing the OSD menu. • Press key to call out ComfortView OSD menu. • Press key to switch ComfortView ON/OFF. Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu ComfortView Decrease the level of blue light emitted from the screen to make viewing more comfortable for your eyes. The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from the monitor may cause damage to the eyes such as eye fatigue and eye strain. Press to enable/disable ComfortView.
Accessing the OSD menu NOTE: Any changes you make are automatically saved when you move to another menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to close automatically. 1. Press key to call out ComfortView OSD menu. • Press key to switch ComfortView ON/OFF. ComfortView = ON ComfortView = OFF 2. Press key to call out Brightness OSD menu. • Press the button to increase the brightness and press the brightness (min. 0; max. 100). 75% Note: No Contrast adjustment.
OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you will see the following message: Dell 14 Monitor C1422H When the monitor enters Standby mode, the following message appears. Dell 14 Monitor Scanning for signal... C1422H Dell 14 Monitor Going Into Standby mode... C1422H If USB Type-C cable is connected but without video signal, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. Dell 14 Monitor ? No Type-C 1 signal from your device.
Setting up display resolution on your monitor Setting display resolution to 1920 x 1080 For best performance, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows 7: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 2. Click the drop-down menu of the Screen Resolution and select 1920 x 1080. 3. Click OK. In Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1. Select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3.
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 if 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 your computer. 2. Disconnect Type-C power adapter cable, computer USB Type-C cable from the monitor.
5. Reconnect the computer USB Type-C cable, then turn on your computer wait for computer boot up is complete. If your monitor remains dark after step 5, check your video controller and computer.
Built-in diagnostics To run the built-in diagnostics: 1. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). 2. Press and hold button for about 3 seconds and wait for a pop up diagnostic pattern. 3. Use button Up/[+] to switch pattern. A gray test pattern appears at the beginning of the diagnostic program. 4. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. 5. Press button Up/[+] to change the test patterns. 6.
Common problems The following table provides general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions: Common symptoms Possible solutions No video/Power LED off • 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. • Verify if the device required more than 65W power charging. • Ensure that the power button is pressed.
Common symptoms Possible solutions Missing color • Perform monitor self-test feature check. • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. Intermittent charging when using USB Type-C connection to computer, lapttop, and so on • Check if the maximum power consumption device is over 65 W. • Ensure that you use only Dell approved adapter or the adapter that comes with the product.
Appendix 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. For information on safety instructions, see Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information (SERI). 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.
