Dell P2016 Monitor User’s Guide Model: P2016 Regulatory model: P2016t/P2016b
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Contents About Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Monitor Specifications . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Built-in Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Product Specific Problems . . . . .
About Your Monitor Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Make sure 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. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. NOTE: To set up with any other stand, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions.
DisplayPort cable USB upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) • Drivers and documentation media • Quick Setup Guide • Safety and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell P2016 flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 49.40 cm (19.45 inch) active area display (Measured diagonally) 1440 x 900 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Identifying Parts and Controls Front view Label 1 2 Description Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor) Power on/off button (with LED indicator) About Your Monitor | 7
Back View Label Description 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - behind attached VESA cover) 2 Regulatory label 3 Stand-release button Use Wall mount monitor using VESA‑compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm). Lists the regulatory approvals. Release stand from monitor. 4 Security-lock slot 5 Barcode serial number label 6 Dell Soundbar mounting slots 7 Cable-management slot Secures monitor with security lock (sold separately).
Bottom View Label Description 1 Stand lock 2 3 4 5 6 Use Lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable. DP connector Connect your computer with DP cable. VGA port Connect your computer with VGA cable (optional). USB upstream port Connect the USB cable to your computer and the monitor to enable the USB ports on the monitor. USB downstream ports (2) Connect USB devices.
Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Screen type Panel type Viewable image: Diagonal Active Area: Horizontal Vertical Area Pixel pitch Viewing angle: Horizontal Vertical Luminance output Contrast ratio Dynamic contrast ratio Faceplate coating Backlight Response time Color depth Color gamut (typical) Active matrix - TFT LCD In-plane switching type 49.40 cm (19.45 inches) 418.61 mm (16.48 inches) 262.35 mm (10.33 inches) 109821.81 mm2 (170.22 inch2) 0.2915 mm x 0.
Preset Display Modes Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Pixel Clock Frequency (Hz) (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical) 720 x 400 31.47 70 28.32 -/+ 640 x 480 31.47 60 25.18 -/- 640 x 480 37.50 75 31.50 -/- 800 x 600 37.88 60 40 +/+ 800 x 600 46.88 75 49.50 +/+ 1024 x 768 48.36 60 65 -/- 1024 x 768 60.02 75 78.75 +/+ 1152 x 864 67.50 75 108 +/+ 1280 x 1024 64 60 108 +/+ 1280 x 1024 80 75 135 +/+ 1280 x 800 49.70 60 83.
Physical Characteristics Connector type • 15-pin D-subminiature (black connector). • DP, black connector. Signal cable type • Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins. • Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins (Not included).
Environmental Characteristics Temperature: Operating Non-operating Humidity: Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) –20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F) 10% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Altitude: Operating Non-operating Thermal dissipation 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum) 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum) • 102.36 BTU/hour (maximum) • 54.
The OSD operates only in the normal operation mode. If you press any button in the active-off mode, the following message is displayed: *Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the power adapter from the monitor. **Maximum power consumption with maximum luminance. ***Energy consumption (On Mode) is tested at 230 Volts / 50 Hz. This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance.
Pin Assignments VGA port Pin number 15-pin side of the connected 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 Computer 5 V / 3.
Displayport port Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable 1 ML_Lane 3 (n) 2 GND 3 ML_Lane 3 (p) 4 ML_Lane 2 (n) 5 GND 6 ML_Lane 2 (p) 7 ML_Lane 1 (n) 8 GND 9 ML_Lane 1 (p) 10 ML_Lane 0 (n) 11 GND 12 ML_Lane 0 (p) 13 CONFIG1 14 CONFIG2 15 AUX CH (p) 16 GND 17 AUX CH (n) 18 Hot Plug Detect 19 Return 20 DP PWR 16 | About Your Monitor
Universal Serial Bus (USB) This section gives you information about the USB ports available on your monitor. Your computer has the following USB ports: • One USB upstream port • Two USB downstream ports NOTE: This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface. Transfer speed Data Rate Power Consumption Hi-Speed 480 Mbps 2.5 W each port (maximum) Full speed 12 Mbps 2.5 W each port (maximum) Low speed 1.5 Mbps 2.
Plug-and-Play 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 the computer 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.
Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached from monitor when it is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The procedure below is applicable for the default stand. If you purchased any other stand, see the documentation shipped with the stand to set it up. CAUTION: Do not remove the monitor from the packaging box before attaching the stand. Attach the stand assembly to the monitor. 1 Follow the instructions on the flaps of carton to remove the stand from the top cushion that secures it.
Place the monitor upright. 1 Slide one hand in the cutout area on the bottom cushion and use the other hand to hold the stand. 2 Lift the monitor carefully to prevent it from slipping or falling. 3 Remove the cover from the monitor. CAUTION: Do not press on the panel screen when lifting the monitor.
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. 2 Connect the DisplayPort/VGA/USB cable from your monitor to the computer. 3 Switch on your monitor.
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. Attaching the Cable Cover NOTE: The cable cover is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1 2 Insert the two tabs on the bottom part of the cable cover in the slots on the back of the monitor. Press the cable cover till it snaps into place.
Removing the Monitor Stand CAUTION: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, make sure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface. NOTE: The procedure below is applicable for the default stand. If you purchased any other stand, see the documentation shipped with the stand to set it up. 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.
Wall Mounting (Optional) NOTE: Use M4 x 10 mm screws to connect the monitor to the wall-mounting kit. Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1 Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table. 2 Remove the 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.
Operating the Monitor Turning 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. As you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an OSD shows the numeric values of the characteristics as they change.
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 directly access the “Input Source“ menu. Shortcut key : Input Source 3 Use this menu button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD menu. See Accessing the Menu System. Menu 4 Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: Any changes you make using the OSD menu are automatically saved if you move to another OSD menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1 Press the 2 Press the button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu. and buttons to move between options. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3 Press the or 4 Press the and 5 Press button once to activate the highlighted option.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Brightness/ Contrast Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight (minimum 0; maximum 100). Press the button to increase brightness. Press the button to decrease brightness. NOTE: Manual adjustment of Brightness is disabled when Dynamic Contrast is switched on. Adjust the Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary.
Icon Menu and Submenus Auto Adjust Description Even though your computer recognizes your monitor on startup, the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display settings for use with your particular setup. Auto Adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. After using Auto Adjustment, you can further tune your monitor by using the Pixel Clock (Coarse) and Phase (Fine) controls under Display menu.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video inputs that are be connected to your monitor. Auto Select Use to select Auto Select, the monitor scans for available input sources. Select the VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Use to select the VGA input source. Select DP input when you are using the DP connector. Use to select the DP input source.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Color Use the Color menu to adjust the color setting mode. 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 cable. YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Preset Mode When you select Preset Modes, you can choose Standard, Multimedia, Movie, Game, Paper, Warm, Cool, or Custom Color from the list. • Standard: Default color settings. This is the default preset mode. • Multimedia: Ideal for multimedia applications. • Movie: Ideal for movies. • Game: Ideal for most gaming applications. • Paper: Loads brightness and sharpness settings ideal for viewing text.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Display Use the Display menu to adjust image. Aspect Ratio Horizontal Position Adjust the image ratio to Wide 16:10, 4:3, or 5:4. Vertical Position Use or to adjust the image up or down. Minimum is ‘0’ (-). Maximum is ‘100’ (+). NOTE: Horizontal Position and Vertical Position adjustments are only available for “VGA” input. Makes the image look sharper or softer. Use or to adjust the sharpness from ‘0’ to ‘100’.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Energy Power Button LED USB Reset Energy 34 | Allows you to set the state of the power light to save energy. System Monitor status On Standby Off Monitor with upstream connected On On Off Monitor without upstream connected On Off/On (depends on OSD selections) Off Select this option to restore default Energy settings.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description 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 Set the OSD display to one of eight languages. (English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese). Rotates the OSD by 90 degrees counter-clockwise. You can adjust the menu according to your display rotation.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Personalize Select from Preset Modes, Brightness/Contrast, Auto Adjust, Input Source, Aspect Ratio and Rotation set as shortcut key. Reset Personalization Restores shortcut keys to factory defaults. Other Select this option to adjust the OSD settings, such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on.
Icon Menu and Submenus Description DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows you to adjust the monitor settings using software on your computer. Select Disable to turn off this feature. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. LCD Conditioning Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run. Select Enable to start the process.
OSD Warning Messages When the Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), manual brightness adjustment is disabled. When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you can 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 1440 x 900.
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 you press any button other than the power button, one of the following messages will appear depending on the selected input: If either VGA or DP input is selected and the corresponding cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. or See Troubleshooting for more information.
Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. If you purchased any other stand, refer to the respective stand setup guide for set up instructions. Tilt, Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. Vertical Extension NOTE: The stand extends vertically up to 130 mm.
Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended (Vertical Extension) and fully tilted (Tilt) up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor. 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.
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.
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.
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 Make sure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).
Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions: Common Symptoms What You Experience No Video/Power LED off No picture • Ensure that the video cable 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 depressed fully.
Common Symptoms What You Experience Horizontal/ Vertical Lines Screen has one or • Reset the monitor to factory settings. more lines • Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. • 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.
Product Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions Screen image is too small Image is centered • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display menu on screen, but OSD. does not fill entire • Reset the monitor to factory settings. viewing area Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel OSD does not appear on the screen • Turn off the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable, plug it back, and then turn on the monitor.
Appendix 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.
Setting Up Your Monitor Setting Display Resolution to 1440 x 900 (maximum) For best performance, set the display resolution to 1440 x 900 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1 For Windows 8 or 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 1440 x 900. 4 Click OK.
Non-Dell computer In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 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. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.). 6 Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, http://www.ATI.
Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning Your Monitor WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety Instructions before cleaning the monitor. For best practices, follow these instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: • To clean your anti-static screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water.
