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Contents About Your Monitor ........5 Package Contents .
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FCC Notices (U.S. only) and Other Regulatory Information ..41 Contacting Dell....... . . 41 Setting Display Resolution to 1920 x 1080 (maximum) .
Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Make sure that you have received all the components and contact Dell if something 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.
• Safety and Regulatory Information Features The Dell P2314T and P2714T flat panel displays have an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • P2314T: 58.42 cm (23-inch) active area display (measured diagonally) 1920 X 1080 resolution (with full-screen support for lower resolutions).
Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. Service Tag label (P2714T only) Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
Bottom View Label Description Power‑cable connector Connect the power cable. DisplayPort connector Connect the DisplayPort cable. HDMI (MHL) 1 port Connect your computer with HDMI cable or portable device with MHL cable (optional). HDMI (MHL) 2 port Connect your computer with HDMI cable or portable device with MHL cable (optional).
Specifications Panel P2314T P2714T Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel type In-Plane Switching / Plane Plane to Line Switching to Line Switching Viewable image: Diagonal 58.42 cm (23 inches) 68.58 cm (27 inches) Horizontal (active area) 509.18 mm (20.05 inches) 597.89 mm (23.54 inches)
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AC/DC adapter input: Voltage 100 VAC–240 VAC Frequency 50 Hz/60 Hz + 3 Hz Current 1.5 A (maximum) For use only with power supply DELL DA65NM111-00. Inrush current 150 A at 115/230 VAC Input voltage 19.5 VDC, 3.34 A About Your Monitor...
Power Save Mode. The monitor automatically resumes functioning when it computer detects input from keyboard, mouse, or other input devices. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of Power Save Mode: P2314T VESA Horizontal Vertical...
The OSD only function in the normal operation mode. If you press any button in Active-off mode, the following message is displayed: Pin Assignments Pin number 15-pin side of Pin number 15-pin side of the cable the cable Video-Red Computer 5 V/3.3 V Video-Green GND-sync Video-Blue...
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HDMI Pin number 19-pin side of the port Pin number 19-pin side of the port TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS CLOCK SHIELD TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS CLOCK- TMDS DATA 2- Floating TMDS DATA 1+ Floating TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD DDC CLOCK (SDA) TMDS DATA 1- DDC DATA (SDA) TMDS DATA 0+...
This section gives you information about the USB ports available on your monitor. Your computer has the following USB ports: • One USB 3.0 upstream port — back • Two USB 2.0 downstream ports — back • Two USB 3.0 downstream ports — left side NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0 compatible computer.
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. These 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.com/support/monitors.
Setting Up the Monitor Preparing the Stand NOTE: The stand is attached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion. 2. Pull the monitor stand arm upwards clear of the monitor. 3.
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Connecting the VGA cable (cable sold separately) Connecting the DisplayPort (or miniDP) cable (cable sold separately) Connecting the HDMI cable Connecting the USB cable NOTE: The graphics used are for illustration purpose only. Appearance of the computer may vary. Setting Up the Monitor...
Organizing Cables After you connect all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, use the cable- management slot to organize the cables. Wall Mounting (Optional) NOTE: Use M4 x 10 mm screws to mount your display. For more details, see the instructions that came with the VESA-compatible wall-mounting kit.
Operating the Monitor Side-Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust monitor and image settings. Pressing these buttons displays the OSD with the details of the settings that you can change. The following table describes the front panel buttons: Front-panel button Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset...
Front-panel button Description Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu. Exit Use this button to turn the monitor turn-on or turn- off the monitor. A solid white light on this button indicates the monitor is on and fully functional.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: Any changes you make using the OSD menu are automatically saved if you move to another OSD menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1. Press the button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
OSD Options Menu and Submenus Description This meter shows, in real time, the energy level being Energy Use consumed by the monitor. Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Brightness/Contrast Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight (minimum 0; maximum 100). Press the button to increase brightness.
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Menu and Submenus Description The Auto Adjust feature optimizes the display settings for use with your setup. Auto Adjust feature allows the monitor to automatically adjust to the incoming video signal. After using Auto Adjust feature, you can further tune your monitor by using the Pixel Clock and Phase controls under Displays Settings.
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Menu and Submenus Description Select HDMI(MHL)1 and press when your computer and HDMI(MHL)1 monitor are connecting using the HDMI(MHL)1 cable. Select HDMI(MHL)2 and press when your computer and HDMI(MHL)2 monitor are connecting using the HDMI(MHL)2 cable. Use the Color Settings menu to adjust the monitor’s color settings Color Settings Allows you to set the video input mode to.
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Menu and Submenus Description Standard: Default color settings. This is the default preset Preset Mode mode. Multimedia: Ideal for multimedia applications. Movie: Ideal for movies. Game: Ideal for most gaming applications. Text: Ideal for office Warm: Increases the color temperature. The screen appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.
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Menu and Submenus Description This feature adjusts the color saturation of the video image. to adjust the saturation from 0 to 100. Press to increase the monochrome appearance. Saturation Press to increase the colorful appearance. NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only for video input.
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Menu and Submenus Description Energy Settings Turn-on or turn-off dynamic dimming. Turning on Energy Smart activates dynamic dimming. With Energy Smart turned on, the monitor consumes overall less power compared to when Energy Smart is turned off. Energy Smart NOTE: Under Energy Smart mode and with dark scenes the monitor consumes less power and the Energy Use bar decreases.
Menu and Submenus Description Menu Settings Set the OSD display to one of eight languages. Language English, Espanol, Francais, Deutsch, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese. This function is used to change the OSD background from Transparency opaque to transparent. OSD Hold Time: Sets the length of time the OSD remains active after you press a button.
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Menu and Submenus Description Other Settings Select this option to adjust the OSD settings, such as the DDC/CI, LCD Conditioning, and so on. DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to adjust the monitor settings using software on your computer. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor.
Menu and Submenus Description Factory Reset Restores all OSD settings to the factory defaults. Personalize Select from Preset Modes, Brightness/Contrast, Auto Adjust, Input Source, Aspect Ratio and set as shortcut key. Reset Personalization Restores shortcut keys to factory defaults. OSD Warning Messages When the monitor does not support a display resolution, the following message appears: This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from...
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The following message is displayed when monitor enters Power Save mode. Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD If you press any button other than the power button, the following message appears: If you set the input to a particular mode but the cable for that mode (VGA, DP, or HDMI) is disconnected, one of the following messages appears, depending on the selected input.
Setting the Maximum Resolution Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 1. For Windows 8/Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen resolution. 3. Click the drop-down list of the screen resolution and select 1920 X 1080. 4.
Troubleshooting CAUTION: Follow the safety instructions before you perform any of the procedures in this section. Self-Test Your monitor features 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.
Built-in Diagnostics Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the problems is with your monitor or with your computer and video card. NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when no display cables are connected and the monitor is in self-test mode.
• Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect Missing Pixels LCD screen has that can occur in LCD technology. spots Stuck-on Pixels For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell support site at dell.com/ support/monitors. Troubleshooting...
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Common What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience • Reset the monitor to factory settings. Brightness Picture too dim • Auto Adjust using OSD. Problems or too bright • Adjust brightness and contrast using the OSD. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. Screen not Geometric • Auto Adjust using OSD.
Touchscreen Problems Specific What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience • Use the Dell provided USB cable to connect your computer. • Make sure the power cable has a ground pin. Touch function • Unplug and replug the power cable from the Touch report...
Specific What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience Cursor does 1. Open Control Panel, open Hardware and Windows 7, not accurately Sound, and then open Tablet PC Settings. Windows 8, follow your Windows 8.1 2. Select Calibration. finger when and Windows 10 3.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues. 1. Go to dell.com/support.
4 Click OK. Downloading Latest Video Drivers Dell computer 1. Go to dell.com/support, enter the Service Tag of your computer, and download the latest driver for your video card. 2. After installing the drivers, try setting the resolution to 1920 x 1080 again.