Dell UltraSharp U3219Q Monitor

User’s Guide

Model: U3219Q
Regulatory model: U3219Qb
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of data if instructions are not followed.
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2018 - 09

Rev. A00
Contents

About your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Product features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Identifying parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Back view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Side view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Monitor specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Resolution specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Supported video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Preset display modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Electrical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Physical characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Environmental characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Power management modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Pin assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Plug and play capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
USB 3.0 upstream connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
USB 3.0 downstream connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
USB Type-C connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
USB ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
LCD monitor quality and pixel policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Maintenance guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Cleaning your monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Setting up the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Attaching the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connecting the DisplayPort (DisplayPort to DisplayPort) cable. . 29
Connecting the HDMI cable (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Connecting the USB Type-C cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Connecting the USB 3.0 cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Organizing your cables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Removing the monitor stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
VESA wall mounting (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Operating the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power on the monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Using the front-panel controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Front-panel button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Accessing the menu system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
OSD warning message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Setting the maximum resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension . . . . . . . . . . 56
Tilt, swivel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Vertical extension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Rotating the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Rotate clockwise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Rotate counterclockwise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Adjusting the rotation display settings of your system . . 59
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Self-test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Built-in diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Common problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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 Product specific problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems . . . . . . . . . 67
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory
information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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About your monitor
Package contents
Your monitor ships with the components shown in the table below. If any
component is missing, contact Dell technical support. For more information, see
Contact Dell.
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
Some features may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: If you are attaching a stand that you purchased from any other
source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the
stand.
Monitor

Stand riser

Stand base

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 Power cable (varies by
country)

DisplayPort cable

USB Type-C cable (USB 3.1

Gen 2)

USB 3.0 upstream cable

(enables the USB ports on
the monitor)

• Quick Setup Guide

• Factory calibration
report
• Safety, Environmental,
and Regulatory
Information

About your monitor  │  7

Product features
The Dell U3219Q monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include:
• 80 cm (31.5-inch) viewable area (measured diagonally).
3840 x 2160 (16:9) resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
• Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position.
• Color gamut of 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3, and 99% REC-709 with an average
Delta E < 2.0.
• Digital connectivity with DisplayPort, USB Type-C and HDMI.
• Single USB Type-C to supply power (PD 90 W) to a compatible notebook
while receiving video & data signal.
• Tilt, swivel, height, and rotate adjustment capabilities.
• Ultra-thin bezel minimizes the bezel gap in multi-monitor usage, enabling
easier setup with an elegant viewing experience.
• Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™)
100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
• Equipped with 2 USB upstream ports (USB Type-B and USB Type-C) and 4
USB downstream ports.
• Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
• On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen
optimization.
• Security lock slot.
• Stand lock.
• 0.5 W standby power when in sleep mode.
• Supports Picture by Picture (PBP) and Picture in Picture (PIP) Select mode.
• Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen.
WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from
the monitor may cause damage to the eyes, including eye fatigue,
digital eye strain, and so on. ComfortView feature is designed to reduce
the amount of blue light emitted from the monitor to optimize eye
comfort.

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Identifying parts and controls
Front view

Front panel controls

Label Description
1 Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the monitor)
2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)

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Back view

Back view with monitor stand

Label Description Use

1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm Wall mount monitor using VESA-
x 100 mm - behind attached compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x
VESA Cover) 100 mm).
2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals.
3 Stand release button Releases stand from the monitor.
4 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security lock
(security lock not included).
5 Barcode, serial number, and Refer to this label if you need to
Service Tag label contact Dell for technical support.
6 Cable-management slot Use to organize cables by inserting
them through the slot.

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Side view

Label Description Use

1 USB downstream port Connect your USB device.*
NOTE: To use this port, you must
connect the USB cable (shipped with
your monitor) to the USB-upstream
port on the monitor and to your
computer.
2 USB downstream port with Connect to charge your device.
Power Charging

* To avoid signal interference, when a wireless USB device has been connected to
a USB downstream port, it is NOT recommended to connect any other USB
devices to the adjacent port(s).

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Bottom view

Bottom view without monitor stand

Label Description Use

1 Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with
your monitor).
2 Stand lock feature To lock the stand to the monitor using a
M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included).
3 HDMI port Connect your computer with HDMI cable.
4 DisplayPort Connect your computer with DisplayPort
cable (shipped with your monitor).
5 USB Type-C port Connect the USB Type-C cable that
came with your monitor to the computer
or mobile device. This port supports USB
Power Delivery, Data, and DisplayPort
video signal.
The USB 3.1 Type-C port offers the
fastest transfer rate and the alternate
mode with DP 1.4 supports a maximum
resolution of 3840 x 2160 at 60Hz, PD
20V/4.5A, PD 20V/3A, 15V/3A, 9V/3A,
5V/3A.
NOTE: USB Type-C is not supported on
versions of Windows prior to Windows 10.
6 Audio-Line out Connect your speakers.*

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 7 USB upstream port Connect the USB cable (shipped with
your monitor) to this port and your
computer to enable the USB ports on
your monitor.
8 USB downstream port Connect your USB device.**
NOTE: To use this port, you must
connect the USB cable (shipped with
your monitor) to the USB-upstream port
on the monitor and to your computer.
9 USB downstream port with Connect to charge your device.
Power Charging

* Headphone usage is not supported for the audio line out connector.
** To avoid signal interference, when a wireless USB device has been connected to
a USB downstream port, it is NOT recommended to connect any other USB
devices to the adjacent port(s).

Monitor specifications

Model U3219Q
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel technology In-Plane Switching Technology
Aspect ratio 16:9
Viewable image
Diagonal 800.1 mm (31.50 inches)
Width (active area) 697.3 mm (27.45 inches)
Height (active area) 392.2 mm (15.44 inches)
Total area 273505.9 mm2 (423.93 inch2)
Pixel pitch 0.182 mm x 0.182 mm
Pixel per inch (PPI) 140
Viewing angle 178° (vertical) typical
178° (horizontal) typical
Luminance output 400 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio 1300 to 1 (typical)

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Faceplate coating Anti-Glare with 3H hardness
Backlight LED edgelight system
Response time 8 ms (Normal)
5 ms (Fast)
Color depth 1.07 billion colors
Color gamut 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3, and 99% REC-709
NOTE: At panel native only, under Custom Mode
preset.
Calibration accuracy Delta E < 2.0 (average)
Built-in devices • 1 x USB Type-C port
• 1 x USB 3.0 upstream port
• 4 x USB 3.0 downstream ports
Ports and connectors • 1 x DisplayPort version 1.4 (HDCP 2.2)
• 1 x HDMI port version 2.0 (HDCP 2.2)
• 1 x USB Type-C port (Alternate mode with DP 1.4,
Power Delivery, and USB 2.0)*
• 1 x USB 3.0 upstream port
• 2 x USB 3.0 downstream port
• 2 x USB with BC1.2 charging capability at 2A
(maximum)
Border width (edge of 7.6 mm (Top/Left/Right)
monitor to active area) 14.7 mm (Bottom)
Adjustability
Height adjustable stand 150 mm
Tilt -5° to 21°
Swivel -30° to 30°
Pivot -90° to 90°
Dell Display Manager Yes
compatibility
Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)

* DP 1.4 and USB Type-C (Alternative mode with DP 1.4): HDR is supported, but
HBR3 is not supported; DP 1.2 is supported.

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Resolution specifications

Model U3219Q
Horizontal scan range 10 kHz to 137 kHz (automatic)
Vertical scan range 49 Hz to 86 Hz (automatic)
Maximum preset resolution 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz

Supported video modes

Model U3219Q
Video display capabilities (HDMI 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p,
& DisplayPort & USB Type-C QHD, UHD
alternate mode)

Preset display modes

Display mode Horizontal Vertical Pixel Sync

frequency frequency clock polarity
(kHz) (Hz) (MHz) (Horizontal
/Vertical)
VESA, 640 x 400 31.5 70.1 25.2 +/-
VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/-
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3 -/+
VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 +/+
VESA, 1152 x 864 67.5 75.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 800-R 49.3 59.9 71.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+

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VESA, 1600 x 1200 75.0 60.0 162.0 +/+
VESA, 1920 x 1080 67.5 60.0 148.5 +/+
VESA, 2048 x 1280-R 78.9 59.9 174.3 +/+
VESA, 2560 x 1440 88.8 60.0 241.5 +/-
VESA, 3840 x 2160-R* 133.3 60.0 533.3 +/-

* Requires a graphics card that supports HDMI 2.0.

Electrical specifications

Model U3219Q
Video input signals HDMI 2.0*/DisplayPort 1.4**, 600 mV for each
differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per
differential pair
AC input voltage/ 100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 3 A
frequency/current (typical)
Inrush current • 120 V: 40 A (Max.) at 0 °C (cold start)
• 240 V: 80 A (Max.) at 0 °C (cold start)

* Not supporting HDMI 2.0 optional specification, including HDMI Ethernet Channel
(HEC), Audio Return Channel (ARC), standard for 3D format and resolutions, and
standard for 4K digital cinema resolution.
** HDR is supported, but HBR3 is not supported; DP 1.2 is supported.

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Physical characteristics

Model U3219Q
Signal cable type • Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins
• Digital: HDMI, 19 pins (cable not included)
• Universal Series Bus: Type-C, 24 pins
• Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins
Dimensions (with stand)
Height (extended) 618.1 mm (24.33 inches)
Height (compressed) 468.7 mm (18.45 inches)
Width 712.5 mm (28.05 inches)
Depth 220.0 mm (8.66 inches)
Dimensions (without stand)
Height 414.5 mm (16.32 inches)
Width 712.5 mm (28.05 inches)
Depth 44.5 mm (1.75 inches)
Stand dimensions
Height (extended) 482.7 mm (19.01 inches)
Height (compressed) 437.6 mm (17.23 inches)
Width 268.0 mm (10.55 inches)
Depth 220.0 mm (8.66 inches)
Base 268.0 mm x 220.0 mm
(10.55 inches x 8.66 inches)
Weight
Weight with packaging 13.3 kg (29.3 lb)
Weight with stand assembly and 9.6 kg (21.1 lb)
cables
Weight without stand assembly 5.8 kg (12.8 lb)
(For wall mount or VESA mount
considerations - no cables)
Weight of stand assembly 3.5 kg (7.7 lb)
Front frame gloss 2-4

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Environmental characteristics

Model U3219Q
Compliant standards
• ENERGY STAR certified monitor
• EPEAT Gold registered in the U.S. EPEAT registration varies by country. See
www.epeat.net for registration status by country
• RoHS-compliant
• TCO certified displays
• BFR/PVC free monitor (excluding external cables)
• 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)
• Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity
Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating • Storage: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
• Shipping: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
Operating 5000 m (16404 ft) (maximum)
Non-operating 12192 m (40000 ft) (maximum)
Thermal dissipation • 784.76 BTU/hour (maximum)
• 156.95 BTU/hour (typical)

Power management modes

If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display card or software installed on your
computer, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in
use. This is referred to as Power Save Mode*. If the computer detects input from
the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes to
function. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this
automatic power saving feature.

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 VESA Horizontal Vertical Video Power Power
modes sync sync indicator consumption
Normal Active Active Active White 230 W
operation (maximum)**
46 W (typical)
Active-off Inactive Inactive Blanked White Less than
mode (blinking) 0.5 W
Switch off - - - Off Less than
0.3 W

Energy Star Power consumption

Pon 43.18 W
ETEC 135.70 kWh

* Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the
main cable from the monitor.
** Maximum power consumption with max luminance, and USB active.
This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your
product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and
peripherals you ordered and shall have no obligation to update such information.
Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making decisions
about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or
completeness is expressed or implied.
NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR certified.
NOTE:
Pon: Power consumption of on mode as defined in Energy Star 7.0
version.
ETEC: Total energy consumption in kWh as defined in Energy Star 7.0
version.

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Pin assignments

DisplayPort connector

Pin 20-pin side of the

number connected signal cable
1 ML3 (n)
2 GND
3 ML3 (p)
4 ML2 (n)
5 GND
6 ML2 (p)
7 ML1 (n)
8 GND
9 ML1 (p)
10 ML0 (n)
11 GND
12 ML0 (p)
13 GND
14 GND
15 AUX (p)
16 GND
17 AUX (n)
18 Hot Plug Detect
19 Re-PWR
20 +3.3 V DP_PWR

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HDMI connector

Pin 19-pin side of the

number connected signal cable
1 TMDS DATA 2+
2 TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD
3 TMDS DATA 2-
4 TMDS DATA 1+
5 TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD
6 TMDS DATA 1-
7 TMDS DATA 0+
8 TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD
9 TMDS DATA 0-
10 TMDS CLOCK+
11 TMDS CLOCK SHIELD
12 TMDS CLOCK-
13 CEC
14 Reserved (N.C. on device)
15 DDC CLOCK (SCL)
16 DDC DATA (SDA)
17 DDC/CEC Ground
18 +5V POWER
19 HOT PLUG DETECT

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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 that the system can
configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are
automatic; you can select different settings if desired. For more information about
changing the monitor settings, see Operating the monitor.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface

This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the
monitor.
NOTE: This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.0 compatible.

Transfer speed Data rate Power consumption*

Super-speed 5 Gbps 4.5 W (Max, each port)
High speed 480 Mbps 4.5 W (Max, each port)
Full speed 12 Mbps 4.5 W (Max, each port)

* Up to 2A on USB downstream port (with battery icon) with BC1.2

compliance devices or normal USB devices.

USB Type-C Description

Video DP 1.4*
Data USB 2.0
Power Delivery (PD) Up to 90 W

* HDR is supported, but HBR3 is not supported; DP 1.2 is supported.

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USB 3.0 upstream connector

Pin number 9-pin side of the connector

1 VCC
2 D-
3 D+
4 GND
5 SSTX-
6 SSTX+
7 GND
8 SSRX-
9 SSRX+

USB 3.0 downstream connector

Pin number 9-pin side of the connector

1 VCC
2 D-
3 D+
4 GND
5 SSRX-
6 SSRX+
7 GND
8 SSTX-
9 SSTX+

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USB Type-C connector

Pin Number Signal Name Pin Number Signal Name

A1 GND B1 GND
A2 TX1+ B2 TX2+
A3 TX1- B3 TX2-
A4 VBUS B4 VBUS
A5 CC B5 VCONN
A6 D+ B6
A7 D- B7
A8 SBU1 B8 SBU2
A9 VBUS B9 VBUS
A10 RX2- B10 RX1-
A11 RX2+ B11 RX1+
A12 GND B12 GND

USB ports
• 1 USB Type-C - bottom
• 1 upstream - bottom
• 4 downstream - bottom (2) and side (2)
Power Charging Port - the port with battery icon; supports up to 2A
fast-charging capability if the device is BC1.2 compatible.
NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0-capable computer.
NOTE: The USB ports on the monitor work only when the monitor is
turned 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.

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LCD monitor quality and pixel policy
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 www.dell.com/support/monitors.

Maintenance guidelines
Cleaning your monitor
CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety instructions before cleaning the
monitor.
WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power
cable from the electrical outlet.
For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below when unpacking,
cleaning, or handling your monitor:
• To clean your anti-static screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water.
If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the
anti-static coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners,
or compressed air.
• Use a lightly-dampened, warm cloth to clean the monitor. Avoid using
detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the monitor.
• If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a
cloth.
• Handle your monitor with care as a darker-colored monitor may get scratched
and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-colored monitor.
• To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically
changing screen saver and turn off your monitor when not in use.

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Setting up the monitor
Attaching the stand
NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped.
NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the
stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand
that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up
instructions that were included with the stand.
To attach the monitor stand:
1. Follow the instructions on the flaps of carton to remove the stand from the
top cushion that secures it.
2. Insert the stand base blocks fully into the stand slot.
3. Lift the screw handle and turn the screw clockwise.
4. After fully tightening the screw, fold the screw handle flat within the recess.

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5. Lift the cover, as shown, to expose the VESA area for stand assembly.

6. Attach the stand assembly to the monitor.

a. Fit the two tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the back of
the monitor.
b. Press the stand down till it snaps into place.

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 7. Place the monitor upright.

NOTE: Lift the monitor carefully to prevent it from slipping or falling.

8. Remove the cover from the monitor.

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Connecting your monitor
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the Safety instructions.
NOTE: Route the cables through the cable-management slot before
connecting them.
NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time.
NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only.
Appearance of the computer may vary.
To connect your monitor to the computer:
1. Turn Off your computer and disconnect the power cable.
2. Connect the DisplayPort, HDMI, or USB Type-C cable from your monitor to
the computer.

Connecting the DisplayPort (DisplayPort to DisplayPort) cable

NOTE: The default out of factory setting is DP1.4 (DP1.2 is supported).

If the monitor fails to show any content after the DisplayPort cable is
connected, follow the procedures below to change the settings to
DP1.1:

• Press any button (except the button) to activate the OSD menu.

• Use the and buttons to highlight Input Source, then use the
button enter the submenu.

• Use the and buttons to highlight DP.

• Press and hold the button for approximately 10 seconds, and the
DisplayPort configuration message appears.

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 • Use the button to select Disable and change the settings.

Repeat the above steps to change the DisplayPort format settings if

necessary.

Connecting the HDMI cable (optional)

NOTE: The default out of factory setting is HDMI 2.0. If the monitor
fails to show any content after the HDMI cable is connected, follow the
procedures below to change the settings from HDMI 2.0 to HDMI 1.4:

• Press any button (except the button) to activate the OSD menu.

• Use the and buttons to highlight Input Source, then use the
button enter the submenu.

• Use the and buttons to highlight HDMI.

• Press and hold the button for approximately 10 seconds, and the HDMI
configuration message appears.

• Use the button to select Disable and change the settings.

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 Repeat the above steps to change the HDMI format settings if necessary.

Connecting the USB Type-C cable

NOTE: Use the USB Type-C cable shipped with monitor only.
• This port supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode (DP 1.4 standard only).
• The USB Type-C power delivery compliant port (PD Version 2.0) delivers
up to 90 W of power.
• If your notebook requires more than 90 W to operate and the battery is
drained, it may not be powered up or charged with the USB PD port of this
monitor.
Connecting the USB 3.0 cable
NOTE: To prevent data damage or loss, before changing USB upstream
ports, make sure that NO USB storage devices are in use by the
computer connected to the monitor’s USB upstream port.
After you have completed connecting the DisplayPort/HDMI/USB Type-C cable,
follow the procedures below to connect the USB 3.0 cable to the computer and
complete your monitor setup:
1. a. Connect one computer: connect the upstream USB 3.0 port (cable
supplied) to an appropriate USB 3.0 port on your computer.
b. Connect two computers*: connect the upstream USB 3.0 ports to

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 appropriate USB 3.0 ports on the two computers. Then use the OSD menu to
select between the two USB upstream sources and input sources. See USB
Select Switch.
2. Connect the USB 3.0 peripherals to the downstream USB 3.0 ports on the
monitor.
3. Plug the power cables for your computer(s) and monitor into a nearby outlet.

a. Connect one computer

b. Connect two computers

* When connecting two computers to the monitor, the monitor's USB downstream
ports for the keyboard and mouse can be assigned to different input signals from
the two computers by changing the USB Selection settings from the OSD menu.
(See USB Select Switch for details).
4. Turn On the monitor and the computer(s).
If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not display
an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems.
5. Use the cable slot on the monitor stand to organize the cables.

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Organizing your cables

After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See
Connecting your monitor for cable attachment,) organize all cables as shown
above.

Removing the monitor stand

NOTE: 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 attaching the
stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand
that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up
instructions that were included with the stand.

To remove the stand:

1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion.
2. Press and hold the stand release button.
3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.

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VESA wall mounting (optional)

(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm).

Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit.
1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable flat table.
2. Remove the stand. (See Removing the monitor stand)
3. Use a Phillips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the
plastic cover.
4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor.
5. Mount the monitor on the wall. For more information, see the documentation
that shipped with the wall mounting kit.
NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall mount bracket with minimum
weight or load bearing capacity of 23.2 kg.

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Operating the monitor
Power on the monitor
Press the Power button to turn On the monitor.

Using the front-panel controls

Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust settings.

The following table describes the front-panel buttons:

Front-panel button Description
1 Use this button to choose from a list of preset color
modes.
Shortcut key/
Preset Modes
2 Use this button to choose from a list of video
signals that may be connected to your monitor.
Shortcut key/
Input Source

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 3 Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen
Display (OSD). See Accessing the menu system.
Menu
4 Use this button to exit the OSD main menu.

Exit
5 Use the Power button to turn the monitor On and
Off.
Power The white light indicates the monitor is On and fully
(with power light functional. A blinking white light indicates the
indicator) power save mode.

Front-panel button
Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.

Front-panel button Description

1 Use the Up button to adjust (increase ranges) items in
the OSD menu.
Up
2 Use the Down button to adjust (decrease ranges) items
in the OSD menu.
Down
3 Use the OK button to confirm your selection.

OK
4 Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu.

Back

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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. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and
then wait for the OSD menu to disappear.

1. Press the button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.

2. Press 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. Press the or or button once to activate the highlighted option.

4. Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter.

5. Press to enter the submenu and then use the directional buttons,
according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.

6. Select the button to return to the main menu.

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 Icon Menu and Description
Submenus
Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast
Contrast adjustment.

Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.

Press the button to increase the brightness and

press the button to decrease the brightness (min.
0 / max. 100).
NOTE: Manual adjustment of Brightness is disabled
when Smart HDR is activated.
Contrast Adjust the Brightness first, and then adjust the
Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary.

Press the button to increase the contrast and

press the button to decrease the contrast (min. 0
/ max. 100).
The Contrast function adjusts the degree of
difference between darkness and lightness on the
monitor screen.

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 Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the
different video signals that may be connected to your
monitor.

USB Type-C Select the USB Type-C input when you are using
the USB Type-C connector.
DP Select the DP input when you are using the
DisplayPort (DP) connector.
HDMI Select the HDMI input when you are using the HDMI
connector.
Auto Select Turning on the function allows you to scan for
available input sources.
Auto Select for Allows you to set Auto Select for USB-C to:
USB-C • Prompt for Multiple Inputs: Always displays
the “Switch to USB-C Video Input” message
for you to choose whether to switch or not.
• Yes: Always switch to USB-C video input (without
asking) when the USB Type-C cable is connected.
• No: Never automatically switch to USB-C video
input when the USB Type-C cable is connected.
NOTE: Auto Select for USB-C is available only
when Auto Select is on.
Reset Input Reset your monitor input settings to the factory
Source settings.

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 Color Use Color to adjust the color setting mode.

Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color

modes.

• Standard: Loads the monitor's default color

settings. This is the default preset mode.
• ComfortView: Decreases the level of blue light
emitted from the screen to make viewing more
comfortable for your eyes.
WARNING: The possible long-term effects of
blue light emission from the monitor may
cause personal injury such as digital eye
strain, eye fatigue and damage to the eyes.
Using monitor for extended periods of time
may also cause pain in parts of body such as
neck, arm, back and shoulder.

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Preset Modes To reduce the risk of eye strain and neck/arm/
back/shoulder pain from using the monitor for long
periods of time, we suggest you to:
1. Set the distance of the screen between 20 to
28 inches (50 - 70 cm) from your eyes.
2. Blink frequently to moisten your eyes or wet
your eyes with water after prolonged usage of
the monitor.
3. Take regular and frequent breaks for 20 minutes
every two hours.
4. Look away from your monitor and gaze at a
distant object at 20 feet away for at least 20
seconds during the breaks.
5. Perform stretches to relieve tension in the neck,
arm, back, and shoulders during the breaks.
• Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies.
• Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming
applications.
• Color Temp.: Allows users to select the color
temperature: 5000K, 5700K, 6500K, 7500K,
9300K, and 10000K.
• Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the
color settings.

Use the and buttons to adjust the Gain,

Offset, Hue, and Saturation values and create
your own preset color mode.

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 Input Color Allows you to set the video input mode to:
Format RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected
to a computer (or DVD player) using the USB Type-
C, DisplayPort, or HDMI cable.
YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player
supports only YPbPr output.

Hue This feature can shift the color of the video image to
green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired
flesh tone color. Use or to adjust the hue from
'0' to '100'.
NOTE: Hue adjustment is available only when you
select Movie or Game preset mode.
Saturation This feature can adjust the color saturation of the
video image. Use or to adjust the saturation
from '0' to '100'.
NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only
when you select Movie or Game preset mode.
Reset Color Reset your monitor’s color settings to the factory
settings.

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 Display Use Display to adjust image.

Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio to Wide 16:9, Auto Resize,
4:3, or 1:1.
Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or
softer.

Use or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to

'100'.
Response Time Allows you to set the Response Time to Normal or
Fast.
Uniformity Select screen uniformity compensation settings.
Compensation Calibrated is factory calibrated setting by default.
Uniformity Compensation adjusts different areas
of the screen with respect to the center to achieve
uniform brightness and color over the entire screen.
For optimal screen performance, Brightness and
Contrast for some preset modes (Standard, Color
Temp.) will be disabled when Uniformity
Compensation is activated.
NOTE: User is advised to use factory default
brightness setting when Uniformity Compensation
is activated. For other brightness level setting, the
uniformity performance may deviate from the data
shown on the Factory Calibration Report.

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 Smart HDR The Smart HDR (High Dynamic Range) feature
enhances the display output by optimally adjusting
contrast and the ranges of color and luminosity to
resemble true-to-life visuals. The default setting is
Off. You may set the Smart HDR mode to:
• Desktop: Suitable for using the monitor with a
desktop computer.
• Movie HDR: Suitable for the playback of HDR
video content.
• Game HDR: Suitable for playing HDR-compatible
games. It displays more realistic scenes and makes
the gaming experience immersive and entertaining.
• Reference: Compliant with the DisplayHDR 400
standard.
NOTE: When the monitor is processing HDR
content, Preset Modes and Brightness will be
disabled.
Reset Display Reset all display settings to the factory preset values.

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PIP/PBP This function brings up a window displaying image
from another input source.

Sub-Window
Main Window
USB Type-C DP HDMI
USB Type-C
DP
HDMI X

NOTE: The images under PBP will be displayed at

the center of the screen, not full screen.

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 PIP/PBP Mode Adjusts the PIP/PBP (Picture in Picture/Picture by
Picture) mode to PIP Small, PIP Large, or PBP. You
can disable this feature by selecting Off.

PIP Small

PIP Large

PBP

PIP/PBP (Sub) Select between the different video signals that may
be connected to your monitor for the PIP/PBP sub-
window.
PIP Location Select PIP sub-window position.

Use or to browse and to select Top-

Right, Top-Left, Bottom-Right, or Bottom-Left.
USB Select Select to switch between the USB upstream sources
Switch in PIP/PBP mode.
NOTE: This option is available only when PIP/PBP
Mode is on.
Audio Allows you to set the audio source from the main
window or the sub-window.

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 Video Swap Select to swap videos between main window and
sub-window in PIP/PBP mode.
NOTE: This option is available only when PIP/PBP
Mode is on.
Contrast (Sub) Adjust the contrast level of the picture in PIP/PBP
mode.

Use to increase the contrast and use to

decrease the contrast.
NOTE: This option is available only when PIP/PBP
Mode is on.
USB Selection Allows you to set the USB upstream port for the
input signals (DP or HDMI), thus the monitor's USB
downstream port (e.g. keyboard and mouse) can be
used by the current input signals when you connect a
computer to either one of the upstream ports.
When you use only one upstream port, the
connected upstream port is active.

NOTE: To prevent data damage or loss, before

changing USB upstream ports, make sure that NO
USB storage devices are in use by the computer
connected to the monitor’s USB upstream port.

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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.

Language Sets the OSD display to one of the eight languages

(English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian
Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or
Japanese).
Rotation Rotates the OSD by 90 degrees counter-clockwise
and anticounter-clockwise. You can adjust the menu
according to your Display Rotation.
Transparency Select this option to change the menu transparency
by pressing the and buttons (min. 0 / max.
100).
Timer Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active
after the last time you pressed a button.

Use or to adjust the slider in 1 second

increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.
Reset Menu Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values.

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 Personalize

Shortcut Key 1 Allows you to choose a feature from Preset Modes,

Shortcut Key 2 Brightness/Contrast, Input Source, Aspect
Ratio, Rotation, PIP/PBP Mode, USB Select
Switch, Video Swap, or Smart HDR and set it as a
shortcut key.
Power Button Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off
LED to save energy.
USB Allows you to enable or disable USB function during
monitor standby mode.
NOTE: USB ON/OFF under standby mode is only
available when the USB upstream cable is
unplugged. This option will be greyed out when the
USB upstream cable plugs in.
Reset Reset all settings under the Personalize menu to
Personalization the factory preset values.

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 Others Select this option to adjust the OSD settings, such as
DDC/CI, LCD Conditioning, and so on.

Display Info Displays the monitor's current settings.

DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface)
allows your monitor parameters (brightness, color
balance, and etc.) to be adjustable via the software
on your computer. You can disable this feature by
selecting Off. Enable this feature for best user
experience and optimum performance of your
monitor.

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 LCD Helps reduce minor cases of image retention.
Conditioning Depending on the degree of image retention, the
program may take some time to run. You can enable
this feature by selecting On.

Firmware Displays the firmware version of your monitor.

Service Tag Displays the service tag of your monitor. This string is
required when you look for phone support, check
your warranty status, update drivers on Dell's
website, etc.
Reset Others Reset all settings under the Others menu to the
factory preset values.
Factory Reset Reset all settings to the factory preset values.

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OSD warning message
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you will see the
following message:

This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving
from the computer. See Monitor specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical
frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 3840 x 2160.
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the
connected input signal.
You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled:

When the monitor goes into power-save mode, the following message appears:

NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the

connected input signal.
Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD.

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The OSD functions only in the normal operation mode. If you press any button other
than the power button during the Active-off mode, the following message will
appear depending on the selected input:

Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the
connected input signal.
When Smart HDR is activated and you try to change the preset mode, the
following message appears:

If either USB Type-C, DisplayPort, or HDMI input is selected and the corresponding
cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.

NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the

connected input signal.
See Troubleshooting for more information.

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Setting the maximum resolution
To set the maximum resolution for the monitor:
In Windows® 7, Windows® 8, and Windows® 8.1:
1. For Windows® 8 and 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 dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 3840 x 2160.
4. Click OK.
In Windows® 10:
1. Right-click on the desktop and click Display settings.
2. Click Advanced display settings.
3. Click the dropdown list of Resolution and select 3840 x 2160.
4. Click Apply.
If you do not see 3840 x 2160 as an option, you may need to update your graphics
driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following procedures:
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 (portable or desktop):
• Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic
drivers.
• Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers.

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Requirements to view or playback HDR content
(1) via Ultra BluRay DVD or Game consoles
Ensure the DVD player and Game consoles are HDR capable, e.g. Panasonic
DMP-UB900, x-Box One S, PS4 Pro. Download and install the appropriate
graphics card drivers (for PC applications), see below.
(2) via PC
Ensure the graphics card used is HDR capable, i.e., HDMI2.0a (with HDR option)
compliant and HDR graphics driver is installed. HDR capable player application
must be used, e.g. Cyberlink PowerDVD 17, Windows 10 Movies and TV app.
For example Dell XPS8910, Alienware Aurora R5, bundled with the below
graphics cards.
Dell Graphics driver with HDR support: Refer to Dell support page to download
the latest graphics driver that supports HDR playback for your PC/Notebook.
Nvidia
HDR capable Nvidia graphics cards: GTX1070, GTX1080, P5000, P6000, etc. For
a full range of HDR capable Nvidia graphics cards, refer to Nvidia website
www.nvidia.com
Driver that supports Full Screen Playback mode (e.g. PC games, UltraBluRay
players), HDR on Win 10 Redstone 2 OS: 381.65 or later.
AMD
HDR capable AMD graphics cards: RX480, RX470, RX460, WX7100, WX5100,
WX4100, etc. For a full range of HDR capable AMD graphics cards, refer to
www.amd.com. Check HDR driver support information and download the latest
driver from www.amd.com
Intel (Integrated Graphics)
HDR capable system: CannonLake or later
Suitable HDR player: Windows 10 Movies and TV app
OS with HDR support: Windows 10 Redstone 3
Driver with HDR support: visit downloadcenter.intel.com for the latest HDR
driver
NOTE: HDR playback via OS (e.g. playback of HDR in a window within
desktop) requires Win 10 Redstone 2 or later with appropriate player
applications, e.g. PowerDVD17. Playing back protected content will
require appropriate DRM software and/or hardware, e.g. Microsoft
Playready™. Refer to Microsoft website for HDR support information.

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Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension
NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the
stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand
that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up
instructions that were included with the stand.

Tilt, swivel
With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the
most comfortable viewing angle.

NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped.

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Vertical extension
NOTE: The stand extends vertically up to 150 mm. The figure below
illustrates how to extend the stand vertically.

Rotating the monitor

Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended
(Vertical extension) and fully tilted up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the
monitor.

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Rotate clockwise

Rotate counterclockwise

NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait

view) with your Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver
that is not included with this monitor. To download the graphics driver,
go to www.dell.com/support and see the Download section for Video
Drivers for latest driver updates.
NOTE: When in the Portrait View Mode, you may experience
performance degradation in graphic-intensive applications (3D Gaming
and etc.).

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Adjusting the rotation display settings of your system
After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete the procedure below to
adjust the Rotation Display Settings of your system.
NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, you need
to go the graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer
website for information on rotating the 'contents' on your display.
To adjust the Rotation Display Settings:
1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties.
2. Select the Settings tab and click Advanced.
3. If you have an ATI graphics card, select the Rotation tab and set the
preferred rotation.
4. If you have an nVidia graphics card, click the nVidia tab, in the left-hand
column select NVRotate, and then select the preferred rotation.
5. If you have an Intel® graphics card, select the Intel graphics tab, click
Graphic Properties, select the Rotation tab, and then set the preferred
rotation.
NOTE: If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working
correctly, go to www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver
for your graphics card.

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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 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. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
3. Turn on the monitor.
The floating dialog box should appear on-screen (against a black background), if the
monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working correctly. While in self-test
mode, the power LED remains white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one
of the dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen.

or

or

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 4. This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable
becomes disconnected or damaged.
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 computer and video card.
NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is
unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.

To run the built-in diagnostics:

1. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the
screen).
2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The
monitor then goes into the self-test mode.

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 3. Press and hold Button 1 on the front panel for 5 seconds. A gray screen
appears.
4. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.
5. Press Button 1 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to
red.
6. Inspect the display for any abnormalities.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black, white, and
text screens.
The test is complete when the text screen appears. To exit, press Button 1 again.
If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in diagnostic tool,
the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer.

Common problems
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems
you might encounter and the possible solutions:

Common What you Possible solutions

symptoms experience
No Video/Power No picture • Ensure that the video cable
LED off connecting the monitor and the
computer is properly connected and
secure.
• Verify that the power outlet is
functioning properly using any other
electrical equipment.
• Ensure that the power button is
pressed fully.
• Ensure that the correct input source is
selected in the Input Source menu.

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No Video/Power No picture or no • Increase brightness & contrast
LED on brightness controls via OSD.
• Perform monitor self-test feature
check.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the
video cable connector.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
• Ensure that the correct input source is
selected in the Input Source menu.
Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy, • Eliminate video extension cables.
blurry, or ghosting • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Change the video resolution to the
correct aspect ratio.
Shaky/Jittery Wavy picture or • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Video fine movement • 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: http://
www.dell.com/support/monitors.
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 Pixel Policy, see Dell
Support site at: http://
www.dell.com/support/monitors.

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Brightness Picture too dim or • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Problems too bright • Adjust brightness & contrast controls
via OSD.
Geometric Screen not • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Distortion centered correctly
Horizontal/ Screen has one or • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Vertical Lines more lines • Perform monitor self-test feature
check and determine if these lines are
also in self-test mode.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the
video cable connector.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
Synchronization Screen is • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Problems scrambled or • Perform monitor self-test feature
appears torn check to determine if the scrambled
screen appears in self-test mode.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the
video cable connector.
• Restart the computer in the safe
mode.
Safety Related Visible signs of • Do not perform any troubleshooting
Issues smoke or sparks steps.
• Contact Dell immediately.
Intermittent Monitor • Ensure that the video cable
Problems malfunctions on & connecting the monitor to the
off computer is connected properly 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.

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Missing Color Picture missing • Perform monitor self-test feature
color 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.
Wrong Color Picture color not • Change the settings of the Preset
good Modes in the Color menu OSD
depending on the application.
• Adjust Gain/Offset/Hue/
Saturation value under Custom
Color in Color menu OSD.
• Change the Input Color Format to
PC RGB or YPbPr in the Color menu
OSD.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
Image retention Faint shadow • Use the Power Management feature
from a static from the static to turn off the monitor at all times
image left on the image displayed when not in use (for more information,
monitor for a long appears on the see Power management modes).
period of time screen • Alternatively, use a dynamically
changing screensaver.

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Product specific problems

Common What you Possible solutions

symptoms experience
Screen image is too Image is centered • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the
small on screen, but Display menu OSD.
does not fill entire • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
viewing area
Cannot adjust the OSD does not • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power
monitor with the appear on the cord, plug it back, and then turn On
buttons on the screen the monitor.
front panel
No Input Signal No picture, the • Check the signal source. Ensure the
when user controls LED light is white computer is not in the power saving
are pressed mode by moving the mouse or pressing
any key on the keyboard.
• Check whether the signal cable is
plugged in properly. Re-plug the signal
cable if necessary.
• Reset the computer or video player.
The picture does The picture cannot • Due to different video formats (aspect
not fill the entire fill the height or ratio) of DVDs, the monitor may display
screen width of the screen in full screen.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.

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Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems

Common What you Possible solutions

symptoms experience
USB interface is USB peripherals • Check that your monitor is turned On.
not working are not working • Reconnect the upstream cable to your
computer.
• Reconnect the USB peripherals
(downstream connector).
• Switch Off and then turn On the
monitor again.
• Reboot the computer.
• Some USB devices like external
portable HDD require higher electric
current; connect the device directly to
the computer system.
USB Type-C port USB peripherals • Check that the connected device is
does not supply can not be charged compliant with the USB-C
power specification. The USB Type-C port
supports USB 3.1 and an output of
90 W.
• Check that you use the USB Type-C
cable shipped with your monitor.
Super Speed USB Super Speed USB • Check that your computer is USB 3.0-
3.0 interface is 3.0 peripherals capable.
slow working slowly or • Some computers have USB 3.0, USB
not working at all 2.0, and USB 1.1 ports. Ensure that the
correct USB port is used.
• Reconnect the upstream cable to your
computer.
• Reconnect the USB peripherals
(downstream connector).
• Reboot the computer.

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Wireless USB Wireless USB • Increase the distance between the
peripherals stop peripherals USB 3.0 peripherals and the wireless
working when a responding slowly USB receiver.
USB 3.0 device is or only working as • Position your wireless USB receiver as
plugged in the distance close as possible to the wireless USB
between itself and peripherals.
its receiver
• Use a USB-extender cable to position
decreases
the wireless USB receiver as far away
as possible from the USB 3.0 port.

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Appendix
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 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 www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Contact Dell
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. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may
not be available in your area.
• Online technical assistance — www.dell.com/support/monitors
• Contacting Dell — www.dell.com/contactdell

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