Contents Safety instructions......5 About your monitor ......6 Package contents .
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FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory information . . . 73 Contacting Dell ......73 EU product database for energy label and product information sheet .
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.
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 Contact Dell. NOTE: Some components may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
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VGA cable (Japan only) HDMI 1.4 cable (Brazil only) USB 3.0 upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) • Quick Setup Guide • Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information About your monitor...
Product features The Dell P2722H monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • CVAA compliant – Dell Technologies is committed to diversity and we are continually improving the user experience for everyone. In our ongoing efforts to strive for digital accessibility, this monitor meets Section 47 CFR 79.107...
Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Power LED indicator Solid white light indicates the monitor is turned on and functioning normally. Blinking white light indicates the monitor is in Standby Mode. About your monitor...
Lists the regulatory approvals. Stand release button Releases stand from the monitor. Barcode, serial number, and Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell Service Tag label for technical support. The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables...
Bottom view Label Description Security lock slot Secures monitor with security cable lock (sold separately). Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). HDMI port Connect your computer with the HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor, for Brazil only). Stand lock Lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included).
Monitor specifications Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel Type In-plane switching Technology Aspect ratio 16:9 Viewable image dimensions Diagonal 686.00 mm (27 in.) Active Area Horizontal 597.89 mm (23.54 in.) Vertical 336.31 mm (13.24 in.) Area 201076.39 mm (311.67 in.
150 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel -45° to 45° Pivot -90° to 90° Cable management Dell Display Manager (DDM) Easy Arrange Compatibility and other key features Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Resolution specifications Horizontal scan range...
Preset display modes Display mode Horizontal Vertical Pixel Sync polarity frequency frequency clock (Horizontal/ (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) Vertical) 720 x 400 31.50 70.10 28.30 640 x 480 31.50 59.90 25.20 640 x 480 37.50 75.00 31.50 800 x 600 37.90 60.30 40.00 800 x 600...
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Power consumption 0.2 W (Off Mode) 0.2 W (Standby Mode) 15 W (On Mode) 55 W (Max) 13.59 W (P 42.75 kWh (TEC) As defined in EU 2019/2021 and EU 2019/2013. Max brightness and contrast setting with maximum power loading on all USB ports. : Power consumption of On Mode as defined in Energy Star 8.0 version.
Weight without stand assembly 4.38 kg (9.66 lb) (For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables) Weight of stand assembly 1.89 kg (4.17 lb) Front-frame gloss Black frame 2-4 gloss units Environmental characteristics Compliant Standards • ENERGY STAR certified Monitor. • EPEAT registered where applicable.
Pin assignments VGA port Pin number 15-pin side of the connected signal cable Video-Red Video-Green Video-Blue Self-test GND-R GND-G GND-B Computer 5 V/3.3 V GND-sync DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock About your monitor...
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DP port Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable ML3 (n) ML3 (p) ML2 (n) ML2 (p) ML1 (n) ML1 (p) ML0 (n) ML0 (p) AUX (p) AUX (n) Hot Plug Detect Re-PWR +3.3 V DP_PWR About your monitor...
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HDMI port Pin number 19-pin side of the connected signal cable TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS DATA 2- TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD TMDS DATA 1- TMDS DATA 0+ TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD TMDS DATA 0- TMDS CLOCK+ TMDS CLOCK SHIELD TMDS CLOCK-...
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) This section gives you information about the USB ports available on your monitor. SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB3.2 Gen1) Transfer speed Data rate Maximum power consumption (each port) SuperSpeed 5 Gbps 4.5 W High Speed 480 Mbps 4.5 W Full speed 12 Mbps 4.5 W...
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 LCD Monitor Pixel Policy, see Dell support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. About your monitor...
Follow the instructions in the list below when cleaning the monitor: • To clean the Dell monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the Dell monitor screen.
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.
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6. Open the protective cover on the monitor to access the VESA slot on the monitor. NOTE: Before attaching the stand assembly to the display, ensure that the front plate flap is opened to allow space for assembly. 7. Slide the tabs on the stand riser into the slots on the display back cover and lower the stand assembly to snap it into place.
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8. 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. 9. Remove the cover from the monitor. Setting up the monitor...
Using the tilt, swivel, 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.
After you have rotated the display, complete the procedure given below to configure the display settings on your computer. NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, go to the graphics card manufacturer’s website or your computer manufacturer website for information on how to rotate the contents of your display.
Connecting your monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow Safety Instructions. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Connect the DisplayPort or HDMI or VGA cable (optional purchase), and the USB3.0 cable from your monitor to the computer.
(optional) Connecting the VGA cable HDMI 2.0 Organizing your cables HDMI 2.0 After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (see Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment) organize all cables as shown above. Setting up the monitor...
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.
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Operating the monitor Enable Menu Voice Function This is an accessibility feature for people who are visually impaired. This feature can also be disabled in the Main Menu. 1. Press the Power button to turn on the monitor. 2. Use the Joystick as shown below to navigate through the Easy Initial Setup. Press the Joystick to enter.
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Menu Voice. NOTE: The following functions that will be disabled when Menu Voice is -Menu Lock -Language -Built-in Diagnostics For additional information, please go to https://www.dell.com/learn/us/en/ uscorp1/policies-website-accessibility. NOTE: Menu Voice function is available in North America Region. Operating 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.
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Use the joystick control on the rear of the monitor to adjust the display settings. As you use the button to adjust the settings, an OSD shows the numeric values of each feature as they change. Preset Modes Options Description Use this Menu button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD menu.
Front-panel button Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Front Panel Button Description Use the Up (increase) and Down (decrease) buttons to adjust items in the OSD menu. Down Use the Previous button to go back to the previous menu.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu NOTE: North America region only. Accessing the menu system (Menu Voice On) Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast Contrast adjustment. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Menu Personalize...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Auto Adjust Use this menu to activate Auto Adjust (only available for VGA input). 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Auto Adjust Press to adjust the screen automatically. Input Source Color Display Menu Personalize Others Exit Auto Adjust allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video inputs that are connected to your monitor. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source HDMI Color Auto Select Display Rename Inputs Menu Reset Input Source Personalize Others Exit...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Color Use the Color menu to adjust the color setting mode. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Preset Modes Standard Auto Adjust Input Color Format Input Source Reset Color Color Display Menu Personalize Others Exit Preset Modes When you select Preset Modes, you can choose Standard, Movie, Game, Warm, Cool or Custom Color from the list.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Input Color Allows you to set the video input mode to: Format • R GB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer (or DVD player) using the Thunderbolt™, DP, HDMI cable. • Y CbCr(digital)/YPbPr(analog): Select this option if your DVD player supports only YCbCr(digital)/ YPbPr(analog) output.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Display Use the Display menu to adjust image. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Aspect Ratio 16:9 Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Input Source Vertical Position Color Sharpness Pixel Clock Display Phase Menu Response Time Normal Personalize Others Reset Display Exit Aspect Ratio Adjust the image ratio to 16:9, 4:3 and 5:4.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus 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. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Language Auto Adjust Rotation Select Input Source...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Personalize 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Input Source Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2 Preset Modes Input Source Shortcut Key 3 Brightness/Contrast Color Power Button LED On in On Mode Display O in Standby Mode Menu Reset Personalization Personalize...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Others Select this option to adjust the OSD settings such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Display Info Select Auto Adjust DDC/CI Input Source LCD Conditioning Color Service Tag CN073K0 Display Menu Voice Menu Reset Others...
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Exit Service Tag Displays the Service Tag. The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that allows Dell to identify the product specifications and access warranty information. NOTE: The Service Tag is also printed on a label located at the back of the cover.
Accessing the menu system (Menu Voice Off) Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast Contrast adjustment. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Menu Personalize Others Exit Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight (minimum 0;...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Auto Adjust Use this menu to activate Auto Adjust (only available for VGA input). 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Auto Adjust Press to adjust the screen automatically. Input Source Color Display Menu Personalize Others Exit Auto Adjust allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video inputs that are connected to your monitor. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source HDMI Color Auto Select Display Rename Inputs Menu Reset Input Source Personalize Others Exit...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Color Use the Color menu to adjust the color setting mode. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Preset Modes Standard Auto Adjust Input Color Format Input Source Reset Color Color Display Menu Personalize Others Exit Preset Modes When you select Preset Modes, you can choose Standard, Movie, Game, Warm, Cool or Custom Color from the list.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Input Color Allows you to set the video input mode to: Format • R GB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer (or DVD player) using the Thunderbolt™, DP, HDMI cable. • Y CbCr(digital)/YPbPr(analog): Select this option if your DVD player supports only YCbCr(digital)/ YPbPr(analog) output.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Display Use the Display menu to adjust image. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Aspect Ratio 16:9 Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Input Source Vertical Position Color Sharpness Pixel Clock Display Phase Menu Response Time Normal Personalize Others Reset Display Exit Aspect Ratio Adjust the image ratio to 16:9, 4:3 and 5:4.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus 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. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Language English Auto Adjust Rotation Select...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Lock With the control buttons on the monitor locked, you can prevent people from accessing the controls. It also prevents accidental activation in multiple monitors side-by-side setup. 32 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Language Auto Adjust Rotation Input Source Transparency Color Timer...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Personalize 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Input Source Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2 Preset Modes Input Source Shortcut Key 3 Brightness/Contrast Color Power Button LED On in On Mode Display O in Standby Mode Menu Reset Personalization Personalize...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Others Select this option to adjust the OSD settings such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Display Info Select Auto Adjust DDC/CI Input Source LCD Conditioning Color Service Tag xxxxxxx Display Menu Voice Menu Reset Others...
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Exit Service Tag Displays the Service Tag. The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that allows Dell to identify the product specifications and access warranty information. NOTE: The Service Tag is also printed on a label located at the back of the cover.
Using the OSD lock function 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. UltraSharp 40 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color...
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Use the Joystick to lock the button(s). Press the left directional navigation of Joystick for four seconds, a menu appears on the screen. Select Option: Select one of the following options: Options Description Select this option to lock OSD menu function. Menu Button lock Use this option to lock power button.
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To unlock the button(s). Press the left directional navigation of Joystick for four seconds until a menu appears on the screen. The following table describes the options to unlock the front-panel control buttons. Select Option: Options Description Use this option to unlock OSD menu function. Menu Button unlock Use this option to unlock power button to turn off the monitor.
OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you can see the following message: The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 1920x1080, 60Hz or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor speci cations.
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Select OSD items of Factory Reset in Other feature, the following message will appear: Are you sure you want to reset to default settings ? When you select ‘Yes‘ to reset to default settings, the following message will appear: 27 Monitor Select ‘Yes’...
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If either VGA, DP, HDMI input is selected and the corresponding cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. No VGA Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/P2722H No DP Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/P2722H No HDMI Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.
If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer: • Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. If you are using a non-Dell computer (laptop or desktop): • Go to your computer manufacturer’s support website and download the latest...
LED remains white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen. No VGA Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/P2722H No DP Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/P2722H No HDMI Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.
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...
• Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Check environmental factors. • Relocate the monitor and test in another room. Missing Pixels LCD screen has • Cycle power on-off. spots • 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. Troubleshooting...
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Experience Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has • Cycle power On-Off. bright spots • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. • For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and PixelPolicy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Brightness Picture too dim • Reset the monitor to factory settings (Factory Problems or too bright Reset).
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Common What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience 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 Possible solutions experience Screen image is Image is • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display too small centered on menu OSD. screen, but • Reset the monitor to factory settings. does not fill entire viewing area Cannot adjust OSD does not...
Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems Specific What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience USB interface is USB peripherals • Check that your display is turned ON. not working are not working • Ensure USB Selection is set correctly in the menu. • Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer.
3. Click Contact Us next to the country dropdown. 4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need. 5. Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you. EU product database for energy label and product...