Contents Safety instructions......6 About your monitor ......7 Package contents .
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Connecting your monitor ....28 Connecting the VGA Cable(Only for SE2722HX) and HDMI Cable 28 Organizing cables ..... 29 Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) 30 Removing the stand .
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FCC notices (U.S. Only) and other regulatory information 61 Contacting Dell..... . . 61 EU product database for energy label and product information sheet .
Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your monitor from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that shipped with your monitor. Before using the monitor, read the safety information that is shipped with your monitor and also printed on the product.
About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown in the table below. If any component is missing, contact Dell. For more information, see Contacting Dell. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
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VGA cable (only for SE2722HX) VESA cover • Quick Setup Guide • Safety and Regulatory Information │ About your monitor...
Product features The Dell SE2722H/SE2722HX monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 68.47 cm (27.0 in.) viewable area display (measured diagonally). • 1920 x 1080 resolution, with full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Identifying parts and controls Front view Control buttons Label Description Function buttons To access the on-screen display (OSD) menu. (For more information, see Using the control buttons) Power On/Off button To turn the monitor on or off. (with LED indicator) Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and functioning normally.
Lists the regulatory approvals. Refer Barcode, serial number and to this label if you need to contact Service Tag label) Dell for technical support.The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
Side view Bottom view Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Security-lock slot Secure your monitor using a security lock (purchased separately) to prevent unauthorized movement of your monitor. See Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional). Power port Connect the power cable HDMI port Connect your computer with HDMI cable.
Monitor specifications Model SE2722H/SE2722HX Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type Vertical Alignment Viewable image Diagonal 684.66 mm ( 27 in.) Horizontal, Active Area 596.74 mm (23.49 in.) Vertical, Active Area 335.66 mm (13.22 in) Area 2003.02 cm (310.54 in.
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Bezel width (edge of monitor to active area) 13.22 mm Left/Right 13.28 mm Bottom 16.44 mm Adjustability Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel Slant Adjust Dell display manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security-lock slot (cable lock optional purchase) │ About your monitor...
Resolution specifications Model SE2722H/SE2722HX Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 75 Hz (VGA) 48 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI)(automatic) Maximum preset 1920 x 1080 at 75 Hz(HDMI) resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz (VGA) NOTE: This monitor supports AMD FreeSync™.
Width 290.07 mm (11.42 in.) Depth 199.87 mm (7.87 in.) Weight Weight with packaging 6.37 kg (14.04 lb) SE2722H 6.48 kg (14.29 lb) SE2722HX Weight with stand assembly 4.63 kg (10.21 lb) SE2722H and cables 4.74 kg (10.45 lb) SE2722HX Weight without stand 3.8 kg (8.38 lb)
Environmental characteristics Model SE2722H/SE2722HX Compliant Standards • RoHS-compliant • BFR/PVC reduce monitor(Its circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates.) • Arsenic-free glass and Mercury-free for the panel only Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non-operating • Storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) •...
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which 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 Support site at www.dell.com/pixelguidelines.
Ergonomics CAUTION: Improper or prolonged usage of keyboard may result in injury. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye strain. For comfort and efficiency, observe the following guidelines when setting up and using your computer workstation: •...
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• When sitting, make sure that the weight of your legs is on your feet and not on the front portion of your seat. Adjust your chair’s height or use a footrest if necessary to maintain a proper posture. • Vary your work activities. Try to organize your work so that you do not have to sit and work for extended periods of time.
Handling and moving your display 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. •...
Maintenance guidelines Cleaning your 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. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning or handling your monitor: •...
Setting up the monitor Connecting the stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following procedure is applicable for the stand that shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand.
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4. Open the monitor protective cover, install the VESA screw cover. 5. Place the monitor in an upright position. │ Setting up the monitor...
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 monitor at the same time. It is recommend to route the cables through the cable-management slot before you connect them to the monitor.
Organizing cables Use cable management slot on stand assembly to route the cables connected to your monitor. HDMI HDMI 4. Turn on the Monitor. │ Setting up the monitor...
Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) You can fasten the monitor using a Kensington security lock to a fixed object that could support the weight of the monitor to prevent it from falling accidentally. 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...
Removing the stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the screen when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft and clean surface. NOTE: The following procedure is applicable only for the stand that shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand.
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4. While keeping the release button pressed,push the stand out. │ Setting up the monitor...
Wall mounting (optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). See the documentation that shipped with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the display on a soft cloth or cushion at the edge of the desk. 2. Remove the stand. See Removing the stand 3.
Operating your monitor Turning on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the control buttons Use the control buttons at the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. │ Operating your monitor...
You can lock the front-panel control buttons to prevent access to the OSD menu and/or power button. Use the Lock menu to lock the button(s). 1. Select one of the following options. Dell 27 Monitor Select option: │ Operating your monitor...
2. The following message appears. Dell 27 Monitor Are you sure you want to lock the Power Buttons? To unlock the Buttons, refer to the User’s Guide. SE2722H 3. Select Yes to lock the buttons. Once locked, pressing any control button will display the lock icon Use the front-panel control button to lock the button(s).
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Dell 27 Monitor Select option: Control Buttons Description Select this option to lock OSD menu function. Menu Buttons lock Use this option to lock power button. This will prevent the user to turn off the monitor using the power button.
OSD controls Use the buttons on the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 1 2 3 4 Control Buttons Description Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu. Use the Down button to decrease values or move down in a menu.
OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to close automatically. 1. Press the button to display the OSD main menu. Main menu for HDMI input Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input S ource...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this option to control the brightness or contrast set- Contrast tings. Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Press the button to increase the brightness and press button to decrease the brightness (min. 0 / max. 100).
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Auto Adjust Use this option to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Auto Adjust 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 the differ- ent video signals that may be connected to your monitor. one VGA and one HDMI input Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast HDMI Auto Adjust Auto Select Input Source...
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• Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. Dell 27 Monitor Preset Modes Standard rightness / Contrast ComfortView...
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• RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or a media player that supports RGB output. • YCbCr/YPbPr*: Select this option if your media player supports only YCbCr/YPbPr output. • Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Preset Modes Auto Adjust Input Color Format...
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Display Use the display to adjust image. Dell 27 Monitor > rightness / Contrast Aspect Ratio 16:9 Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Input Source Vertical Position > Color Sharpness Pixel Clock Display Menu Phase > Personalize Response Time Normal Reset Display...
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Menu 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 Monitor rightness / Contrast Language English Auto Adjust...
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Personalize Personalize frequently use features using the Shortcut keys, configure Power Button LED or Reset Personali- zation. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Shorout Key 1 Preset Modes Auto Adjust Shorout Key 2 Brightness/Contrast Input Source Power Button LED On in On Mode...
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Display Info Press to display the information about the display. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Display Info Model: Dell SE2722H Auto Adjust DDC/CI Input Source: HDMI Input Source Current: 1920x1080, 75Hz LCD Conditioning Color Service Tag Display Reset Others...
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Service Tag Display the Service Tag number of the monitor. Reset Others Reset all settings under the Others setting menu to the factory default. Factory Reset all settings to the factory default Reset │ Operating your monitor...
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OSD warning messages Before the DDC/CI function is disabled, the following message is displayed. Dell 27 Monitor The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled. Do you wish to disable DDC/CI function? SE2722H When the monitor enters Standby Mode, the following message appears.
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Dell P2418HZ Dell 27 Monitor No VGA Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/SE2722H SE2722H │ Operating your monitor...
If the monitor is working correctly, it detects that there is no signal and one of the following message appears. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Dell P2418HZ Dell 27 Monitor No HDMI Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.
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4. Turn Off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on your computer and the monitor. If your monitor remains dark after you reconnect the cables, check your video controller and computer. │ Troubleshooting...
2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. 3. Press and hold the Exit button (button 4) for four seconds to enter the OSD lock/unlock menu. Dell 27 Monitor Select option: │ Troubleshooting...
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Dell 27 Monitor Select option: 4. Select the icon to run the built-in diagnostics. 5. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. 6. Press the Up button (button 1) on the back cover again. The color of the screen changes to grey.
Missing Pixels • Cycle power On-Off. • 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: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. │...
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Stuck-on Pixels • Cycle power On-Off. • 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: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Brightness •...
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Wrong Color • Try different Preset Modes in Color settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value in Custom Color in Color settings OSD. • Change the Input Color Format to RGB or YCbCr/ YPbPr in the Color settings OSD. • • Run the built-in diagnostics. Image retention •...
Product-specific problems Specific Possible Solutions Symptoms Screen image is too • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display settings small OSD. • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset). Cannot adjust the • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, monitor with the and then turn On the monitor.
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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.