Dell E1709WFP User manual

Dell™E1709W Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model E1709Wc
July2008Rev.A00
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About Your Monitor
Setting Up the Monitor
Operating the Monitor
Troubleshooting
Appendix
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NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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About Your Monitor
Dell™E1709WFlatPanelMonitorUser'sGuide
Package Contents
Product Features
Identifying Parts and Controls
Monitor Specifications
Plug and Play Capability
LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy
Maintenance Guidelines
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and ContactDell™ if anything is missing.
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NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
lMonitor
lStand
lPower Cable
lVGA Cable (attached to the monitor)
lDrivers and Documentation media
lQuick Setup Guide
lSafety Information

Product Features
The Dell™E1709W flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitors features include:
■Dell E1709W has a 17-inch (433.0 mm) viewable area display.
■1440x900 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
■Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or while moving from side-to-side.
■Tilt capability.
■Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) 100mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
■Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
■On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen optimization.
■Software and documentation media which includes an information file (INF), Image color Matching File (ICM), and product documentation.
■Energy Saver feature for ENERGY STAR®compliance.
■Security lock slot.
Identifying Parts and Controls
Front view
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Back View
1.
OSD menu button
2.
Brightness and Contrast/Up button
3.
Auto adjust/Down button
4.
Enter button
5.
Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)

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Side View
Bottom View
Label
Description
Use
1
Barcode serial number label
Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
2
Regulatory rating label
List the regulatory approvals.
3
VESA mounting holes (100mm)
To mount the monitor.
4
Security lock slot
Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor.
Left side
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Right side
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Label
Description
Use
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AC power connector
To connect the monitor power cable.

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Monitor Specifications
The following sections give you information about the various power management modes and pin assignments for the various connectors of your monitor.
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.
If the computer detects input from keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. The
following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature:
The OSD will only function in the normal operation mode. When any button except power button is pressed in Active-
off mode, the following messages will be displayed:
Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the OSD.
Pin Assignments
15-pin D-Sub connector
2
VGA connector
To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable.
VESA Modes
Horizontal Sync
Vertical Sync
Video
Power Indicator
Power Consumption
Normal operation
Active
Active
Active
Blue
20(normal) /25w
(maximum)
Active-off mode
Inactive
Inactive
Blank
Amber
Less than 2 W
Switch off
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Off
Less than 1 W
NOTE: Dell E1709W Flat Panel monitor is TC099 and ENERGY STAR®-compliant.
Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor.
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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-sync
11
GND
12
DDC data
13
H-sync
14
V-sync
15
DDC clock

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Plug and Play Capability
You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-
compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer with its Extended Display Identification Data
(EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic.
You can select different settings if required.
Flat Panel Specifications
*Dell E1709W Flat Panel monitor color gamut (typical) is based on CIE 1976 (65%) and CIE1931 (60%) test standards.
Resolution Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Model number
Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Screen type
Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel Type
TN
Screen dimensions
17 inches
(17-inch wide viewable image size)
Preset display area:
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lVertical
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367.2mm (14.5 inches)
229.5mm (9.04 inches)
Pixel pitch
0.255mm
Viewing angle:
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lVertical
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160°typical
150°typical
Luminance output
250 CD/m ²(typical)
Contrast ratio
600 to 1 (typical)
Faceplate coating
Anti-glare
Backlight
CCFL edgelight system
Response Time
8ms typical
Color Gamut
65% (typical)*
Model number
Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Scan range
lHorizontal
lVertical
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30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
56 Hz to 75 Hz (automatic)
Optimal preset resolution
1440 x 900 at 60 Hz
Highest preset resolution
1440 x 900 at 60 Hz
Model number
Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Video input signals
Analog RGB: 0.7 Volts +/-5%, 75 ohm input
impedance
Synchronization input signals
Separate horizontal and vertical
synchronizations, polarity-free TTL level, SOG
(Composite SYNC on green)
AC input voltage / frequency / current
100 to 240 VAC/50 or 60 Hz +3 Hz/1.6A (Max.)
Inrush current
120V:30A (Max.)
240V:60A (Max.)

Preset Display Modes
The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering:
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Display Mode
Horizontal Frequency
(kHz)
Vertical Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock (MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/Vertical)
VESA, 720 x 400
31.5
70.0
28.3
-/+
VESA, 640 x 480
31.5
60.0
25.2
-/-
VESA, 640 x 480
37.5
75.0
31.5
-/-
VESA, 800 x 600
37.9
60.3
40.0
+/+
VESA, 800 x 600
46.9
75.0
49.5
+/+
VESA, 1024 x 768
48.4
60.0
65.0
-/-
VESA, 1024 x 768
60.0
75.0
78.8
+/+
VESA, 1152 x 864
67.5
75.0
108.0
+/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024
64.0
60.0
108.0
+/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024
80.0
75.0
135.0
+/+
VESA, 1440 x 900
55.935
60.0
106.5
-/+
Physical Characteristics
The following table lists the monitor physical characteristics:
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Model Number
Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Connector type
15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector;
Signal cable type
Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15pins, shipped
attached to the monitor
Dimensions: (with stand)
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lWidth
lDepth
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13.17inches(334.58mm)
15.91inches(404.15mm)
6.17inches(156.72mm)
Dimensions: (without stand)
lHeight
lWidth
lDepth
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10.49inches(266.45mm)
15.91inches(404.15mm)
2.17inches(55.0mm)
Stand dimensions:
lHeight
lWidth
lDepth
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4.20inches(106.8mm)
8.66inches(219.92mm)
6.17inches(156.72mm)
Weight with packaging
9.5 lbs (4.32 kg)
Weight with stand assembly and cables
7.43lbs(3.37kg)
Weight without stand assembly
(For wall mount or VESA mount
considerations -no cables)
5.81lbs(2.64kg)
Weight of stand assembly
0.83lbs(0.38kg)
Environmental Characteristics
The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor:
Model Number
Dell E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Temperature
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LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visible result is a fixed pixel that
appears as an extremely tiny dark or bright discolored spot.When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known as a “bright dot.”
When the pixel remains black, it is
known as a “dark dot.”
In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do not detract from display quality or usability. A display with 1 to 5 fixed pixels is considered normal and
withincompetitivestandards.Formoreinformation,seeDellSupportsiteat:support.dell.com.
Maintenance Guidelines
Caring for your Monitor
For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor:
lTo clean your antistatic screen, slightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the
antistatic coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed air.
lUseaslightlydampened,warmclothtocleantheplastics.Avoidusingdetergentofanykindassomedetergentsleaveamilkyfilmontheplastics.
lIf you notice a white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth. This white powder occurs during the shipping of the monitor.
lHandleyourmonitorwithcareasadarker-colored monitor may scratch and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-coloredmonitor.
lTo help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically changing screen saver and power off your monitor when not in use.
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lOperating
lNon-operating
0°to40°C(32°to104°F)
Storage: -20°to60°C(-4°to140°F)
Shipping: -20°to60°C(-4°to140°F)
Humidity
lOperating
lNon-operating
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10% to 80% (non-condensing)
Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Shipping: 5% to 90%(non-condensing)
Altitude
lOperating
lNon-operating
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3,657.6m (12,000 ft) max
12,192m (40,000 ft) max
Thermal dissipation
256.08 BTU/hour (maximum)
119.5 BTU/hour (typical)
CAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructionsbeforecleaningthemonitor.
CAUTION:Beforecleaningthemonitor,unplugthemonitorpowercablefromtheelectricaloutlet.

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Appendix
Dell™E1709W Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
Safety Instructions
FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information
Contacting Dell
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CAUTION: Safety Instructions
For information on safety instructions, see the Product Information Guide.
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.
Contacting Dell
For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355).
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be
available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
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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.
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill,
or Dell product catalog.
1.
Visit support.dell.com.
2.
Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-downmenuatthebottomofthepage.
3.
Click Contact Us on the left side of the page.
4.
Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
5.
Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.

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Setting Up Your Monitor
Dell™E1709W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 1440x900 again.
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NOTE:
Ifyouareunabletosettheresolutionto1440x900,pleasecontactDell™toinquireaboutaGraphicsAdapterthatsupportstheseresolutions.

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Setting Up Your Monitor
Dell™E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
IfyouhaveanonDell™desktop,portablecomputer,orgraphics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. Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).
6. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1440X900 again.
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NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 1440x900, please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter
thatwillsupportthevideoresolutionof1440x900.

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Operating the Monitor
Dell™E1709W Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
Using the Front Panel Controls
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
Setting the Optimal Resolution
Using the Tilt
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Using the Front Panel
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.
Front panel Button
Description
A
Menu
Use the MENU button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See Accessing the Menu System.
B
Brightness&Contrast /Adjust
UP
Use this button to directly access the "Brightness/Contrast" menu or to increase the values of the selected menu option.
C
Automatic Adjust /Adjust
Down
Use Auto Adjust to activate automatic setup/adjustment or to decrease the values of the selected menu option. The following
dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input:
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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 Image Settings.
NOTE: Auto Adjust does not occur if you press the button while there are no active video input signals or attached cables.
D
Select
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Use this button to select an OSD menu option.
If VGA cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
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Accessing the Menu System
1.Push the MENU button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
2.Push 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.Push the buttononcetoactivatethehighlightedoption.
4.Push and button to select the desired parameter.
5. Push toentertheslidebarandthenusethe and buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6.Select the "Menu/Exit" option to return to the main menu or exit the OSD menu.
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E
Power
(withpowerlightindicator)
Use the Power button to turn the monitor on and off.
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The Blue LED indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. An amber LED indicates DPMS power save mode.
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.
Icon
Menu and
Submenus
Description
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BRIGHTNESS
& CONTRAST
Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment.
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Brightness
Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.

Push the button to increase brightness and push the button to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100).
Contrast
Adjust Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary.
Push the button to increase contrast and push the button to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).
The Contrast function adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen.
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AUTO ADJUST
Even though your computer recognizes your monitor on startup, the Auto Adjustment function optimizes the display settings
for use with your particular setup.
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NOTE: Inmostcases,Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration.
COLOR
SETTINGS
Use the Color Settings to adjust the color setting mode and color temperature.
There are different color setting sub-menus for VGA and Video input.
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Input Color Format
Choose the RGB option if monitor is connected to a PC or a DVD using a VGA cable. Choose the YPbPr option if monitor is
connected to a DVD by a YPbPr to VGA or if the DVD color output setting is not RGB.
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Mode Selection
You can choose Graphics or Video according to the input signal. Select Graphics if connecting a PC to your monitor; for
connecting DVD, STB or VCR to your monitor, Video is recommended.
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Preset Modes
When you select Graphics, you can choose Standard, Multimedia, Game, Warm, Cool, or Custom (RGB);
lIf you view media application like photo, clip etc via PC, choose "Multimedia" preset;
lIf you play a game in PC, choose "Gaming" preset;
lIf you prefer a lower color temperature (5700K), choose "Warm" preset;
lIf you prefer a higher color temperature, choose "Cool" preset;
lCustom (RGB) Preset offers a range of 6500K colors;
lChoose "Standard" to utilize the panel native color format;
lSelect Warm preset for a reddish tint. This color setting is used for color-intensive applications (photograph image
editing, multimedia, movies, etc.)
lSelect Cool preset for a bluish tint. This color setting is used for text based applications (spreadsheets, programming,
text editors, etc.)
lSelect Custom preset to increase or decrease each of the three colors (RGB) independently, in single digit increments,
from 0 to 100.

When you select Video, you can choose Movie, Game, Sports, or Nature preset:
lFor playing a movie, choose "Movie" preset;
lFor playing a sport program, choose "Sports" preset;
lFor playing a game, choose "Game" preset;
lFor general picture or web or watch TV, choose Nature preset. You can adjust the Hue(Tint)/Saturation based on your
preference.
lSelect Reset Color Settings to restore default (factory) Color settings.
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Hue
This feature can shift color of video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use
or to adjust the hue from '0' to '100' .
Push to increase the green shade of the video image
Push to decrease the purple shade of the video image
NOTE: Hue adjustment is available only for video input.
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Saturation
This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image. Use or to adjust the saturation from '0' to
'100'.
Push to increase the monochrome appearance of the video image
Push to decrease the colorful appearance of the video image
NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only for video input.
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Reset Color Settin
gs
Reset your monitor color settings to the factory settings.
DISPLAY
SETTINGS
Use the Display Settings to adjust image.

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Horizontal Position
Use the or buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
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Vertical Position
Use the or buttons to adjust image up and down. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
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Sharpness
This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to '100'.
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Pixel Clock
The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your monitor to your preference. These settings are accessed
through the main OSD menu, by selecting 'Image Settings'.
Use the or buttons to adjust for best image quality.
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Phase
If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use the Pixel Clock (coarse) adjustment and then use
Phase(fine),again.
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Reset Display
Settings
Select this option to restore default display settings.
OTHER SETTINGS
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.
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Language
Language option to set the OSD display to one of seven languages (English, Espanol, Francais, Deutsch, Brazilian
Portuguese,Simplified Chinese or Japanese).
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Menu Transparency
Select this option to change the menu transparency by pressing or (Minimum: 0 ~ Maximum: 100).
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Menu Timer
OSD Hold Time: Sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after the last time you pressed a button.
Use the or buttons to adjust the slider in 5 second increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.
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Menu Lock
Controls user access to adjustments. When 'Lock' is selected, no user adjustments are allowed. All buttons are locked
except the menu button.
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NOTE: When the OSD is locked, pressing the menu button takes the user directly to the OSD settings menu, with OSD Lock
selected. Select "Unlock" to unlock and allow user access to all applicable settings.
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DDC/CI
DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows your monitor parameters (brightness, color balance etc) to be
adjustable via software on your PC. You can disable this feature by selecting "Disable".
Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor.

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OSD Warning Messages
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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".
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Factory Reset
ResetallOSDsettingstothefactorypresetvalues.
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message:
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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.
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YouwillseethefollowingmessagebeforetheDDC/CIfunctionisdisabled.
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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
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See Solving Problems for more information.
Setting the Optimal Resolution
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 1440 x 900.
4. Click OK.
If you do not see 1440 x 900 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following
procedures:
lIf you have a Dell desktop or portable computer:
¡Go to support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
lIf 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 Tilt
Tilt
With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.
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If you press any button other than the power button the following messages will appear depending on the selected input:
If VGA cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.
NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.

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Setting Up Your Monitor
Dell™E1709W Flat Panel Monitor
Setting the display resolution to 1440X900 (Optimal)
For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1440 x 900 pixels by performing the
following steps:
1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties.
2. Select the Settings tab.
3. Move the slider-bar to the right by pressing and holding left-mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1440 X900.
4. Click OK.
Ifyoudonotsee1440X900 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Please choose the scenario below that best describes the
computer system you are using, and follow the provided directions:
1: IfyouhaveaDell™desktoporaDell™portablecomputerwithinternetaccess.
2: IfyouhaveanonDell™desktop,portablecomputer,orgraphicscard.
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