Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor About Your Monitor Front View Back View Side View Bottom View Monitor Specifications Cleaning Your Monitor Using Your Monitor Stand Attaching the Stand Organizing Your Cables Using the Tilt Removing the Stand Solving Problems Troubleshooting Your Monitor General Problems Product Specific Problems USB Problems Troubleshooting Your Soundbar Appendix Safety Instruction FCC Notice (U.S.
Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Front View Back View Bottom View Side View Monitor Specifications Cleaning Your Monitor Front View 1. Video input select 2. OSD menu / select button 3. Brightness & Contrast / Down (-) button 4. Auto-Adjust / Up (+) button 5. Power button (with power light indicator) 6. Webcam 7.
1 VESA mounting holes (100mm) (Behind attached base plate) Use to mount the monitor. 2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 3 Security lock slot Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor. 4 Dell Soundbar mounting brackets Attach the optional Dell Soundbar. 5 Regulatory rating label List the regulatory approvals. 6 Stand removal button Press to release the stand.
USB connectors (downstream) Left side Right side Monitor Specifications Power Management Modes If you have VESA's DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor automatically reduces its power consumption when not in use. This is referred to as Power Save Mode. The monitor automatically resumes functioning when the computer detects input from the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices.
The following table shows pin assignments in the D-Sub connector: Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable 1 Video-Red 2 Video-Green 3 Video-Blue 4 GND 5 Self-Test 6 GND-R 7 GND-G 8 GND-B 9 DDC +5V 10 GND 11 GND 12 DDC data 13 H-sync 14 V-sync 15 DDC clock 24-pin Digital-only DVI Connector NOTE: Pin 1 is at the top right. The following table shows pin assignments in the DVI connector: Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment 1 T.M.D.
l l 1 upstream - rear 4 downstream - 2 on rear; 2 on left side NOTE: USB 2.0 capability requires 2.0-capable computer. NOTE: The USB interface of the monitor works ONLY when monitor is powered ON (or in Power Save Mode). Switching your monitor OFF and then ON would re-enumerate its USB interface; attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality. Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system.
Available USB 1.1 port or a USB 1.1 hub with external power supply (USB 2.
Height Width Depth 12.56 inches (319.2 mm) 18.62 inches (473.05 mm) 2.59 inches (65.9 mm) Stand dimensions: Height Width Depth 11.69 inches (297.03 mm) 10.42 inches (264.84 mm) 5.8 inches (147.36 mm) Weight with packaging 17.73 lbs (8.05 kg) Weight with stand assembly and cables 15.49 lbs (7.03 kg) Weight without stand assembly (For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables) 11.45 lbs (5.20 kg) Weight of stand assembly 2.89 lbs (1.
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell CAUTION: Safety Instructions CAUTION: 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 safety instructions, see the Product Information Guide. FCC Notice (U.S.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel 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 1680x1050 again.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor If you have non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphic card 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. Please 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 Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1680X1050 (Optimal) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows® operating systems, set the display resolution to 1680 x 1050 pixels by performing the following steps: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3.
Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor User Guide Important instructions to set the display resolution to 1680X1050 (Optimal) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2007 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Webcam Application Using the Front Panel Using the OSD Menu Setting the Optimal Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Connecting Your Monitor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions. OR 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2.
Installing the Webcam Application (Microsoft® Windows® Operating Systems) The setup.exe application tool launcher provided in the CD allows you to the install Webcam Application on the computer. 1. Insert the Webcam resource media into the CD drive. NOTE: Ensure that the USB cable is connected between the monitor and the computer. 2. The Install Shield Wizard automatically launches the setup application. Choose your desired Language and click Next to continue. 3.
or The Menu button is used to open and exit the on-screen display (OSD), and exit from menus and sub-menus. See Using the OSD Menu. OSD menu / select Use these buttons to adjust (decrease/increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down (-) and Up (+) Use this button to launch Brightness menu. Brightness Menu Use this button to activate automatic setup and adjustment.
or Main Menu for Analog (VGA) Input Main Menu for Digital (DVI) Input or NOTE: Auto Adjust, Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Icon 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 table below for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor. Press the Menu button once to activate the highlighted option.
Exit Select to exit the Main menu. Brightness/ Contrast Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Adjust Brightness first, then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary. Push the + button to increase luminance and push the - button to decrease luminance (min 0 ~ max 100). Contrast adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen. Push the + button to increase the contrast and push the - button to decrease the contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).
Sharpness Scaling Ratio The Sharpness adjustment allow you to improve the sharpness of texts. There are five levels for adjustment totally. (0, 25, 50, 75, 100) The Scaling Ratio adjustment allow you to change the image scale with various default settings. NOTE: When using DVI source, the Pixel Clock, Phase and Sharpness settings are not available. NOTE: Scaling Ratio is not available if the resolution of video signal is greater than 1680x1050. However, 16:9 and Fill will be available for video timing.
NOTE: Optimized color settings such as Multimedia and Gaming presets are unavailable when you disable Color Management selection. l l Theatre Preset Sports Preset Nature Preset l l In Video mode, you can choose Theatre, Sports or Nature Preset; Select Theater Preset for playing a movie. Select Sports Preset for viewing sports. Select Nature Preset for general viewing. You can adjust the Hue/Saturation based on the preference. makes video image shade into greenish.
NOTE: Optimized color settings such as Theatre, Sports and Nature presets are unavailable when you disable Color Management selection. Advanced Settings Choose the RGB option if monitor is connected to a PC or a DVD using a VGA or a DVI cable.
NOTE: You can also lock or unlock the OSD by pressing and holding the Menu button for 15 seconds. Language Select to have the OSD display in one of the five languages (English, Spanish, French, 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.
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 default factory values.
OSD Warning Messages One of the following warning messages may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of synchronization. 1. Auto Detect (Analog Input) Cannot Display This Video Mode Optimum Resolution 1680 x 1050 60Hz .Analog Input Cannot Display This Video Mode Optimum Resolution 1680 x 1050 60Hz or or 1. Auto Detect (Digital Input) Cannot Display This Video Mode Optimum Resolution 1680 x 1050 60Hz 3.
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 blue LED for power indication, and two audio headset jacks. 1. Power/volume control 2. Power indicator 3. Headphone connectors Soundbar Attachment to the Monitor 1.
Back to Contents Page Solving Problems Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Troubleshooting Your Monitor General 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 (STFC) Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly.
Optimum Resolution 1680 x 1050 60Hz Optimum Resolution 1680 x 1050 60Hz This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to use. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1680 X 1050 @ 60Hz. Occasionally, no warning message appears, but the screen is blank.
NOTE: Image Burn-in is not covered by your warranty. Camera / MIC Problems Camera / MIC not working l l Ensure the USB upstream cable is connected to the PC. Install the Camera / MIC driver provided in the CD. Product Specific Problemss SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area. POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS l Perform monitor reset on "All Settings.".
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Back to Contents Page Using Your Monitor Stand Dell™ SP2008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Attaching the Stand Organizing Your Cables Using the Tilt Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1. 2. Fit the groove on the monitor to the two tabs on the stand. Lower the monitor until it locks in to place on the stand.
NOTE: Stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. Removing the Stand NOTE: After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion, complete the following step to remove the stand. 1. 2. Press the stand release button. Lift the stand away from the monitor while pressing the stand release button.