Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your monitor. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury or death.
Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and contact Dell if something is missing. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
l DVI Cable l Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Product and Safety Information Guide l l Product Features The Dell™ E2211H/E2311H flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: ■ E2211H: 54.52cm (21.5 inch) viewable area display (Measured diagonally). 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■ E2311H: 58.
Front View Front panel controls Label Description 1 Preset Modes (default, but configurable) 2 Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable) 3 Menu 4 Exit 5 Power button (with power light indicator) Back View Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm behind attached VESA Plate) Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm) Use 2 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals.
Side View Right view Bottom View Bottom view Label Bottom view with monitor stand Description Use 1 AC power cord connector Connect the power cable 2 DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable 3 VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable 4 Stand lock feature To lock the Stand to the Monitor Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model E2211H E2311H Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel type TN TN Screen dimensions 21.5 inches (21.
Vertical 268.14 mm (10.56 inches) 286.74 mm (11.29 inches) Pixel pitch 0.248 mm 0.265 mm Viewing angle 160° (vertical) typ, 170° (horizontal) typ 160° (vertical) typ, 170° (horizontal) typ Luminance output 250 cd/m ²(typ) 250 cd/m ²(typ) Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typ) 1000 to 1 (typ) Faceplate coating Antiglare with hard-coating 3H Antiglare with hard-coating 3H Backlight LED edgelight system LED edgelight system Response Time 5 ms typical 5 ms typical Color depth 16.
Preset Display Modes Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/Vertical) 720 x 400 31.5 70.0 28.3 -/+ 640 x 480 31.5 60.0 25.2 -/- 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/- 800 x 600 37.9 60.0 40.0 +/+ 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+ 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/- 1024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 +/+ 1152 x 864 67.5 75.0 108.0 +/+ 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 108.0 +/+ 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+ 1920 x 1080 67.5 60.0 148.
Physical Characteristics Model E2211H Connector type 15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI- 15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI-D, D, white connector white connector E2311H Signal cable type Digital: Detachable, DVI-D, Solid pins, shipped detached from the monitor Digital: Detachable, DVI-D, Solid pins, shipped detached from the monitor Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins, shipped attached to the monitor Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins, shipped attached to the monitor Height 380.
Environmental Characteristics Model E2211H E2311H Operating 0 °C to 40 °C 0 °C to 40 °C Non-operating Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing) 10% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensi
If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC, 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 keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning.
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell 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 Product Information Guide. FCC Notices (U.S.
Back to Contents Page Help on PowerNap Installation To install PowerNap succesfully, follow these steps:1. Check Operating System Requirements Windows XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7 2. Install Entech API Install 3.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to http://support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. 2. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1920 X 1080 again.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor If you have non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphic card In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3. Select Advanced. 4. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.). 5. Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ). 6.
Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu PowerNap Software Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Using the Tilt Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed.
Power (with power light indicator) save mode. 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 MENU button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
Brightness/Contrast Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
AUTO ADJUST Even though your computer recognizes your monitor on startup, the Au with your particular setup.
The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor automat NOTE: In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your c NOTE: AUTO ADJUST option is only available when you are using the a INPUT SOURCE Use the INPUT SOURCE menu to select between different video signals Auto Select Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals. VGA Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Pres DVI-D Select DVI-D input when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector.
l RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a compute DVI adapter.
Press to increase the colorful appearance of the video image NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only for video input. Reset Color Settings Resets your monitor's color settings to the factory defaults. DISPLAY SETTINGS Use the Display Settings to adjust image. Display Setting submenu for VGA input Display Setting submenu for DVI-D input Wide Mode Horizontal Position Vertical Position Sharpness Pixel Clock Adjust the image ratio as 4:3 or full screen.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum) For maximum display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3.
Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1920 X 1080 (maximum) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing the Cables Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) Removing the Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached from monitor when it is shipped from the factory. NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for set up instructions.
CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. Organizing the Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment,) use the cable management slot to organize all cables as shown above. Attaching the Soundbar (Optional) CAUTION: Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar. To attach the Soundbar: 1.
To remove the stand: 1. 2. 3. Place the monitor on a flat surface. Press and hold the Stand release button. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor. Wall Mounting (Optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible base mounting kit. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on stable flat table. Remove the stand. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover.
Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ E2211H/E2311H monitor User's Guide Troubleshooting Your Monitor Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems 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.
To run the built-in diagnostics: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. Press the Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.
Missing Color Picture missing color l l l Wrong Color Picture color not good l l l l Image retention from a static Faint shadow from the static image left on the monitor for a image displayed appears on long period of time the screen l l Perform monitor self-test feature 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.
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