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Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface 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.
Stand Base Power Cable Power Adapter VGA Cable DVI Cable (optional)
USB Upstream Cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Product and Safety Information Guide Product Features The Dell Professional S2740L flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include: ■ S2740L: 68.6 cm (27-inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
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)
Back View Back View with monitor stand Label Description Use 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). 2 Regulatory label List the regulatory approvals. 3 Stand release button Release stand from monitor. 4 Service tag label Refer to this label to contact Dell for express service. 5 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
Side View Bottom View Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Use 1 Audio Line-out Connect your speakers.* 2 HDMI connector Connect your computer HDMI cable. 3 DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable. 4 VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable. 5 DC power cord connector Connect the power cable. 6 USB upstream port Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the computer.
the monitor. 7 USB downstream port Connect your USB device. 8 Security lock slot Secure the monitor with a security cable lock. 9 Stand lock feature Lock the stand to the monitor using M3 x 6 mm screw (screw is not provided). *Headphone usage is not supported for the audio line out connector. Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model S2740L Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel type IPS Screen dimensions 68.
Resolution Specifications Model S2740L Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Supported Video Modes Model S2740L Video display capabilities (DVI & HDMI playback) 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080p Preset Display Modes S2740L Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/Vertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.
Electrical Specifications Model S2740L Analog RGB, 0.
Dimensions (without stand) Height 380.3 mm (14.97 inches) Width 641.9 mm (25.27 inches) Depth 61.9 mm (2.44 inches) Stand dimensions Height 313.2 mm (12.33 inches) Width 215.8 mm (8.50 inches) Depth 215.8 mm (8.50 inches) Weight Weight with packaging 9.18 kg (20.24 lb) Weight with stand assembly and cables 7.56 kg (16.67 lb) Weight without stand assembly (For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables) 5.28 kg (11.62 lb) Weight of stand assembly 1.65 kg (3.
Thermal dissipation 119.43 BTU/hour (maximum) 71.66 BTU/hour (typical) Power Management Modes 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 the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning.
Pin 15-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Number 1 Video-Red 2 Video-Green 3 Video-Blue 4 GND 5 Self-test 6 GND-R 7 GND-G 8 GND-B 9 Computer 5 V/3.
Number 1 TMDS RX2- 2 TMDS RX2+ 3 TMDS Ground 4 Floating 5 Floating 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 Floating 9 TMDS RX1- 10 TMDS RX1+ 11 TMDS Ground 12 Floating 13 Floating 14 +5 V/+3.
Number 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 Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system.
Rate High speed 480 Mbps 2.5 W (Max, each port) Full speed 12 Mbps 2.5 W (Max, each port) Low speed 1.5 Mbps 2.
USB Ports 1 upstream - back 2 downstream - back NOTE: USB 2.0 functionality requires a USB 2.0-capable computer. NOTE: The monitor's USB interface works only when the monitor is On or in the 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.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Removing the Monitor Stand Wall Mounting (Optional) Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand riser and stand base are detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1. Assemble the stand riser to stand base. a. Attach the stand riser to the stand base. b. Tighten the thumbscrew below the stand base. 2. Attach the stand assembly to the monitor. a.
Connecting Your Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. Connect the blue (VGA) cable from your monitor to the computer. NOTE: If your computer supports a DVI/HDMI connector, connect the DVI/HDMI cable to the monitor and the DVI/HDMI connector to your computer. The HDMI cable can be purchased separately.
NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time. 2. Connect either the DVI, the HDMI, or the VGA display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer. Do not connect all cables on the same computer. Use all cables only when they are connected to different computers with appropriate video systems.
Connecting the HDMI cable CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. Connecting the USB cable After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/HDMI cable, follow the procedures below to connect the USB cable to the computer and complete your monitor setup: Connect the upstream USB port (cable supplied) to an appropriate USB port on your computer. (See bottom view for details.
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 while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface. 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 the set-up instructions.
To remove the stand: 1. Place the monitor on a flat surface. 2. Press and hold the stand release button. 3. 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 wall mounting kit. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table. Remove the stand. Use a Philips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor. Mount the monitor on the wall by following the instructions that comes with the wall mounting kit.
Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide Power On the Monitor Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Tilt Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed.
The following table describes the front panel buttons: Front Panel Button 1 Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset color modes. Shortcut key/ Preset Modes 2 Use this button to directly access the "Brightness/Contrast" menu. Shortcut key/ Brightness/Contrast Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See Accessing the Menu System. 3 Menu Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu.
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 Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu. 4 Back 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.
or Main Menu for digital (DVI) input
or Main Menu for digital (HDMI) input
NOTE: Auto Adjust is only available when you use the analog (VGA) connector. 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 button once to activate the highlighted option. 4. Press and 5. Press to enter the slide bar and then use the 6. Select the Icon button to select the desired parameter.
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 Energy Smart or Dynamic Contrast is switched On. 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).
NOTE: In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration. NOTE: Auto Adjust option is only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Auto Select Press to select Auto Select, the monitor scans for available input sources. VGA Select the VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Press to select the VGA input source.
Input Color Format Allows you to set the video input mode to: RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the VGA and DVI cable. YPbPr: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a DVD player by YPbPr to VGA, or YPbPr to DVI cable; or if the DVD color output setting is not RGB.
Preset Modes When you select Preset Modes, you can choose Standard, Multimedia, Movie, Game, Text, Warm, Cool or Custom Color from the list. Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode. Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies. Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications. Text: Loads brightness and sharpness settings ideal for viewing texts.
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 Press to increase the green shade of the video image. Press to increase the purple shade of the video image. 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 Demo Mode Press to increase the monochrome appearance of the video image.
Reset Color Setting s Reset your monitor color settings to the factory settings. Display Settings Use the Display Settings to adjust image. Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio to Wide 16:9, 4:3, or 5:4. Horizontal Position Use or to adjust the image left or right. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+). Use or to adjust the image up or down. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provides higher contrast if you select Game or Movie preset mode. Reset Display Settings Other Settings Select this option to restore default display settings. Language Language options set the OSD display to one of the eight languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Simplified Chinese or Japanese). 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.
LCD Conditioning Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run. You can enable this feature by selecting "Enable".
Factory Reset Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values. Personalize Users can choose a feature from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source", or "Aspect Ratio" and set it as a shortcut key.
NOTE: This monitor has a built-in feature to automatically calibrate the brightness to compensate for LED aging. OSD Warning Messages When the Energy Smart or Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled.
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 1920 x 1080. You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled: When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears: Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
If either VGA, DVI-D, or HDMI input is selected and the corresponding cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. or It is recommended that you use the supplied power adapter. If not, you will see the message as shown below.
See Solving Problems for more information. Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the maximum resolution for the monitor: Windows Vista®, Windows ® 7, Windows ® 8: For Windows ® 8 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. Click the Dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 1920 x 1080. Click OK. 1. 2. 3. 4. If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver.
NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide Self-Test Built-in Diagnostics In-Store Demo Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems 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.
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. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).
No Video/Power LED on No picture or no brightness Increase brightness & contrast 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 via the Input Source Select menu. Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. Eliminate video extension cables.
Product Specific Problems Specific Symptoms Screen image is too small What You Experience Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing area Possible Solutions Check the Scaling Ratio setting in the Image Setting OSD. Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons OSD does not appear on the screen on the front panel Turn off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn on the monitor. Check whether the OSD menu is locked.
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ S2740L 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 Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide Setting the display resolution For maximum display performance with Microsoft ® Windows ® operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows Vista®, Windows ® 7, Windows ® 8: 1. For Windows ® 8 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide 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™ S2740L Monitor User's Guide If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows Vista®, Windows ® 7, Windows ® 8: 1. For Windows ® 8 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization. 3. Click Change Display Settings. 4. Click Advanced Settings. 5. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window (e.g.