Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury or death.
Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ P2210 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. Ensure that you have received all the components and contact Dell if something is missing.
l VGA Cable (attached to the monitor) l DVI Cable l USB up stream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) l Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Safety Information l l Product Features The P2210 flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: ■ 22-inch (558.68 mm) viewable area display (Measured diagonally). ■ 1680 x 1050 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Front View Front panel controls Label Description 1 Preset Modes (default, but configurable) 2 Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable) 3 Menu 4 Exit 5 Power (with power light indicator) Back View Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm Wall mount monitor using VESA compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm) behind attached base plate) 2 Stand removal button Release stand from monitor.
Label Card View NOTE: Monitor shipped with label card fully inserted in USB compartment. Pull out the label card to access the barcode serial number label and regulatory rating label. Back View with label card pulled out Front View with label card pulled out Label Description Use 1 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. 2 Barcode serial number label To contact Dell for technical support.
Left view Right view Label Description Use 1 USB downstream ports Connect your USB devices. 2 Label card Provide clean monitor back view when reference to labels is not required. Bottom View Bottom view Bottom view with monitor stand Label Description Use 1 AC power cord connector Connect the power cable 2 DC power connector for Dell Soundbar.
Screen dimensions 22 inches (22-inch viewable image size) Preset display area: 473.76(H)X296.1(V) Horizontal 473.76 mm (18.7 inches) Vertical 296.1 mm (11.7 inches) Pixel pitch 0.
120 V: 30 A (Max.) 240 V: 60 A (Max.) Inrush current Physical Characteristics 15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI-D, white connector;DP,black connector. Connector type Digital: Detachable, DVI-D, Solid pins, shipped detached from the monitor Signal cable type Analog:attachable, D-Sub, 15pins, shipped attached to the monitor Dimensions (with stand) Height (extended) 461.91 mm (18.18 inches) Height (compressed) 361.91 mm (14.24 inches) Width 511.77 mm (20.15 inches) Depth 184.12 mm (7.
operation Active-off mode Inactive Switch off - Inactive - Blanked - Amber Off Less than 0.3 W Less than 0.3 W The OSD will only function in the normal operation mode. When any button is pressed in Active-off mode, one of the following messages will be displayed: Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD. NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR®-compliant as well as TCO '03 power management compatible.
Pin Number 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 TMDS RX2- 2 TMDS RX2+ 3 TMDS Ground 4 Floating 5 Floating 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 Floating 9 TMDS RX1- 10 TMDS RX1+ 11 TMDS Ground 12 Floating 13 Floating 14 +5V/+3.
10 ML3(p) 11 GND 12 ML3(n) 13 GND 14 GND 15 AUX(p) 16 GND 17 AUX(n) 18 HPD 19 Re-PWR 20 PWR Plug and Play Capability 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 system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings.
USB Ports l l 1 upstream - back 4 downstream - 2 on back; 2 on left side NOTE: USB 2.0 functionality requires a USB 2.0-capable computer NOTE: The monitor's USB interface works only when the monitor is on or in power save mode. If you turn off the monitor and then turn it on, the attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality.
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell WARNING: 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 the Product Information Guide. FCC Notices (U.S.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to http://support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. 2. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1680 x 1050 again.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows XP®: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3. Select Advanced. 4. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.). 5. Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.
Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Rotating the monitor Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System Using the Front Panel Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed.
5 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 NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes.
NOTE: AUTO ADJUST is only available when you use the analog (VGA) connector. 2. Push the and buttons to move between the setting options. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. See the following table for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor. 3. Push the button once to activate the highlighted option. 4. Push and 5. Push to enter the slide bar and then use the 6. Select the Icon button to select the desired parameter.
NOTE: In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration. NOTE: Auto Adjust option is only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Auto Select Push VGA Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Push DVI-D Select DVI-D input when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector.
l l Cool: Decreases the color temperature. The screen appears cooler with a blue tint. Custom (RGB): Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the and buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. When you select Video, you can choose Movie, Game, Sports, or Nature preset: l l l l 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.
Display Settings Use the Display Settings to adjust image.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor Setting the display resolution to 1680 x 1050 (maximum) For maximum display performance with Microsoft® Windows® operating systems, set the display resolution to 1680 x 1050 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows XP®: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3.
Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1680 x 1050 (maximum) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2009-2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar (optional) Removing the Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand.
NOTE: Do not connect the blue VGA , the White DVI and the black DisplayPort cables to the computer at the same time. All monitors ship with the VGA (blue) cable attached by default. 2. Connect the white (digital DVI-D) or the blue (analog VGA) or the black (DisplayPort) display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer. Do not use the three cables on the same computer.
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. 2. 3. 4. 5. Connect the upstream USB port (cable supplied) to an appropriate USB port on your computer. (See bottom view for details.
CAUTION: 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: 1. 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. 2. Slide the Soundbar to the left until it snaps into place. 3. Connect the Soundbar with the DC power connector. 4.
(Screw dimension: M4 x 10mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA compatible base mounting kit. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on stable flat table. Remove the stand. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD. Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the base mounting kit.
Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ P2210 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Self-Test Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems 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.
To run the built-in diagnostics: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel, simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. Press the Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.
Wrong Color Picture color not good l Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. l Change the Color Setting Mode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or Video depending on the application. Try different Color Preset Settings in Color Settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value in Color Settings OSD if the Color Management is turned off. Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Advance Setting OSD. Run the built-in diagnostics.
l l Unbalanced Sound Output Sound from only one side of Soundbar l l l l l l Low Volume Volume is too low l l l l l Back to Contents Page Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar counter-clockwise to a lower volume setting. Clean and reseat the audio line-in plug. Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user. Confirm that the audio line-in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the sound card or audio source. Set all Windows audio balance controls (L-R) to their midpoints.