Dell 1908fp Users Guide

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OSD  RotationOSD Rotation: Rotates the OSD by 90  ° counter-clockwise.  Adjust  according to   Rotating Your  Monitor   setction
OSD Lock OSD Lock: 
Controls user  access  to  adjustments.  When  Yes (+) is selected, no user  adjustments are allowed. All buttons are locked except the menu  button.
NOTE:  When  the OSD is locked, pressing the menu  button takes the user  directly to  the OSD settings menu,  with OSD Lock  selected. Select No  (-) to  unlock
and  allow user  access  to  all applicable  settings.
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTE:  You  can  also  lock or unlock  the OSD by pushing  and  holding  the Menu button for 15  seconds.
Language Select to  have  the OSD display  in one  of five languages  (English, French, Spanish, German, or Japanese).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTE:  The  change  only  affects  the OSD.  It has  no effect on any software running  on the computer.
Audio
(optional) You  can  select to  have  the audio on or off when  the monitor is in power saving mode.
Yes
 — enables  audio
No  — disables audio (default)
 
 
 
 
 
						

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NOTE:  When  the Dell Soundbar is not properly  connected to  the monitor,  the audio menu
is not available.
Factory  Reset: Reset the OSD menu  options to   the factory preset values.
Exit   — Select to  exit  out of Reset to  Factory Settings menu  without  resetting any OSD options.
Position  settings  only  — Change the settings for Image Position back  to  original factory settings.
Color  settings  only  — Change the Red,  Green, and  Blue  settings back  to  their original factory settings and  set   the default setting  for  Normal Preset.
All  settings  —  Change all the  user -adjustable settings including color, position, brightness,  contrast  and  OSD hold time   to  the factory defaults.  The  language of
the OSD does  not change.
IR  —    This feature  will help reduce minor cases  of image retention.
 
Enable  LCD  Conditioning:   If  an image appears to  be stuck on the monitor,  select  LCD  Conditioning to  help eliminate  any image retention.  Using the LCD
Conditioning  feature  may take  several  hours.  Severe cases  of image retention are known as burn-in,  the LCD  Conditioning  feature  does  not remove burn-in.
NOTE:  Use  LCD  Conditioning  only  when  you experience a  problem with image retention.
Below warning  message  appears once  user  select “Enable LCD  Conditioning”:
 
						

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NOTE: Press  any button on the monitor to  terminate LCD  Conditioning  at any time.
DDC/CI  —   Enable  the DDC/CI control function.
DDC/CI (Display  Data Channel/Command Interface) allows  you to  adjust  the monitor parameters  (brightness, color  balance, etc) via software applications  on your
PC.
Default is Enable. You  can  disable  this feature  by selecting  Disable.
For  best user  experience and  optimum performance  of your  monitor,  keep this feature  enabled.
NOTE:  If  user  select Disable,  display  Warning  message  box as below.  Select Yes disable  DDC/CI
and  return  to  Factory  Reset  menu.  Warning  message  time-out in 20  sec.
 
 
OSD Warning Messages
One  of the following warning  messages may appear on the screen indicating  that  the monitor is out of synchronization.
or
or
   
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  1280 X  1024.
 
NOTE:  The  floating  Dell Self-test Feature Check dialog  appears on-screen if the monitor cannot sense a  video  signal.  
 
						

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or
or
 
Occasionally, no warning  message  appears,  but the screen is blank.  This could also  indicate that  the monitor is not synchronizing with the computer.
See Common Problems
Setting the Optimal Resolutionn
To set  the optimal resolution for the monitor:
1.  Right-click  on the desktop and  select  Properties.
2 .  Select the  Settings tab.
3 .  Set  the screen resolution to   1280  X  1024.
4 .  Click   OK.
If  you do not see 1280 X  1024 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: support.dell.com ,  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.
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)
The  Dell Soundbar is a  stereo two channel system  adaptable  to  mount on Dell flat panel displays.   The  Soundbar has  a  rotary volume  and  on/off  control to  adjust  the overall system  level,  a  white
LED for power indication,  and  two audio headset jacks.
 
						

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1.  Power/volume  control
2. Power indicator
3. Headphone connectors
Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension
Tilt/Swivel
With the built -in pedestal,  you can  tilt  and/or  swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.
NOTE:  Stand  is detached  and  extended when  the monitor is shipped from  the factory.
 
						

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Vertical Extension
Stand  extends vertically up  to  130mm.
Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor
Before  you rotate  the monitor,  your  monitor should either  be vertically extended (Vertical  Extension) or titled (Tilt) to  avoid  hitting the bottom  edge  of the monitor.
 
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Troubleshooting
Dell™ 1908FP- BLK  Flat Panel Monitor  Users Guide
  Troubleshooting Your  Monitor
  Common Problems
  Product Specific  Problems
  USB  Problems
  Troubleshooting Your  Soundbar
CAUTION:  Before  you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow  the  Safety Instructions
Troubleshooting Your Monitor
Self-Test Feature Check
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  monitor.
2 .  Unplug  the video  cable  from  the back  of the computer. To ensure proper Self-Test operation, remove both  Digital (white  connector) and  the Analog(blue
connector) cables from  the back  of computer.
3 .  Turn on the monitor.
NOTE:  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  blue. Also, depending upon the selected input,  one  of the dialogs  shown below  will
continuously scroll through the screen.  
or
or 
This box also  appears during normal  system  operation  if the video  cable  becomes  disconnected or damaged.
4 .  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  system; 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.
 
						

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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.
3 .  Press  and  hold the 
 and   buttons on the front panel,  simultaneously  for 2 seconds. A  gray screen appears.
4 .  Carefully  inspect the screen for abnormalities.
5 .  Press  the 
 button 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, and  white colored screens.
The  test is complete  when  the white screen appears.  To exit, press  the 
 button 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.
Common
Symptoms What You Experience
Possible Solutions
No  Video/Power
LED off No  picture, monitor is dead
Check connection  integrity at the both  ends of the video  cable, verify that  the monitor and
computer  are plugged into a  working electrical outlet,  and  that  you have  pressed the power
button.
No  Video/Power
LED on No  picture or no brightness
Press  the input select button in the front of the monitor and  ensure the correct input source is
selected.
Increase brightness & contrast  controls.Perform monitor self-test feature  check.Check for bent or broken pins on the end  of the video  cable.Re
boot your  computer  and  monitor.
Poor Focus Picture  is fuzzy, blurry,  or ghosting
Push Auto Adjust  button.Adjust  Phase and  Clock  controls via OSD.Eliminate video  extension  cables.Perform monitor reset.Lower  video  resolution or increase  font size.
Shaky/Jittery  Video Wavy  picture or fine  movement
Push Auto Adjust  button.Adjust  Phase and  Clock  controls via OSD.Perform monitor reset.Check environmental factors.Relocate and  test in another room.
Missing  Pixels LCD  screen has  spots
Cycle  power on-offThese are pixels that  are permanently  off and  this is a  natural defect that  occurs in LCD
technology.
Brightness
Problems Picture  too  dim or too  bright
Perform monitor reset.Push Auto Adjust  button.Adjust  brightness & contrast  controls.
Geometric
Distortion Screen not centered correctly
Perform monitor reset on Position Settings Only.Push Auto Adjust  button.Adjust  the centering  controls.Ensure  monitor is in proper video  mode.
Horizontal/Vertical
Lines Screen has  one  or more  lines
Perform monitor reset.Push Auto Adjust  button.Adjust  Phase and  Clock  controls via OSD.Perform monitor self-test feature  check  and  determine  if these lines are also  in self-test
 
						

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mode.Check for bent or broken pins.
Sync  Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn
Perform monitor reset.Push Auto Adjust  button.Adjust  Phase and  Clock  controls via OSD.Perform monitor self-test feature  check  to  determine  if scrambled screen appears in self-test
mode.
Check for bent or broken pins.Boot up  in the safe  mode.
LCD  Scratched Screen has  scratches or smudges
Turn monitor off and  clean the screen.For  cleaning instruction,  see  Cleaning Your  Monitor.
Safety Related
Issues Visible signs of smoke or sparks
Do not perform  any troubleshooting  steps.Monitor needs to  be replaced.
Intermittent
Problems Monitor malfunctions on and  off
Ensure  monitor is in proper video  mode.Ensure  video  cable  connection  to  computer  and  to  the flat panel is secure.Perform monitor reset.Perform monitor self-test feature  check  to  determine  if the intermittent problem occurs in
self-test mode.
Image Retention
(from a  static
image)   Faint Shadow from  the static image
displayed appears on the
screen
            
Use  the Power Management feature  to  turn  off the monitor at all times  when  not in use.
Alternatively,  use a  dynamically changing screensaver  left  on the monitor  for a  long period of
time.
In OSD Menu, under Reset to  Factory Settings, select  Enable  LCD  Conditioning. Using this
option may take  several  hours before the image is eliminated.
NOTE:  Image Burn-in is not covered by your  warranty.
Product Specific Problems
Specific  Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions
Screen image is too  small Image is centered on screen,
but does  not fill  entire
viewing area.Perform monitor reset on All  Settings.
Cannot adjust  the monitor with
the buttons on the front panel OSD does  not appear on the
screen
Turn off the monitor,  unplug  the power cord, plug back, and  then  turn  on the monitor
.
USB Problems
Specific  SymptomsWhat You Experience Possible Solutions
USB  interface is not working USB  peripherals  are not working.Check that  your  monitor is turned ON.Reconnect  the upstream  cable  to  your  computer.Reconnect  the  USB  peripherals  (downstream connector).Switch off and  then  turn  on the monitor again.
High  Speed USB  2.0
interface is slow High  Speed USB  2.0 peripherals  working slowly
or not at all.
Check that  your  computer  is USB  2.0 capable.Verify  USB  2.0 source on your  computer.Reconnect  the upstream  cable  to  your
 computer.Reconnect  the  USB  peripherals  (downstream connector).
Troubleshooting Your  Soundbar
Specific  Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions
No  Sound No  power to  Soundbar - the power indicator  is off.  
(built-in DC power supply. i.e.1908FP-BLK  )Turn the Power/Volume  knob on the Soundbar clockwise to
the middle  position; check  if the power indicator  (white
LED) on the front of the Soundbar is illuminated.
Confirm that  the power cable  from  the Soundbar is plugged