Dell P2011H User manual

Dell™P2011HMonitorUser'sGuide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model P2011Ht.
July 2010 Rev. A01
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 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.

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About Your Monitor
Dell™P2011HMonitorUser'sGuide
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.
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
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 anyother stand, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions.
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lMonitor
lStand
lPower Cable
lVGA Cable

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Product Features
The Dell™Professional P2011H flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor
features include:
■50.80cm(20inches)viewableareadisplay(Measureddiagonally).1600 X 900 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
■Tilt, swivel, vertical extension and rotate adjustment capability.
■Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm 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 includes an information file (INF), Image color Matching File (ICM), PowerNap software application and product
documentation.
■Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance.
■Security lock slot.
■Asset Management Capability.
■Capability to switch from wide aspect to standard aspect ratio while maintaining the image quality.
■EPEAT Gold Rating.
■Halogen Reduced.
■Arsenic-Free glass and Mercury Free for Panel only.
■High Dynamic Contrast Ratio (DCR).
■0.5 W standby power when in sleep mode.^
■Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time.
■PowerNap Software included (comes in the CD attached with the monitor).
^Based on measurement of standby power consumption using VGA input.
Identifying Parts and Controls
Front View
lDVI Cable
lUSB up stream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor)
lDrivers and Documentation media
lQuick Setup Guide
lProduct and Safety Information Guide

Back View
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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 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
Lists the regulatory approvals.
3
Stand release button
Release stand from monitor.
4
Security lock slot
Secures monitor with security cable lock
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5
Dell Soundbar mounting brackets
Attaches the optional Dell Soundbar.
6
Barcode serial number label
Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
7
USB downstream ports
Connect your USB devices.

Side View
Bottom View
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Cable management slot
Use to organize cables by placing them through the slot.
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Leftview
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Right view
Bottom view
Bottom view with monitor stand
Label
Description
Use
1
AC power cord connector
Connect the power cable
2
DC power connector for Dell Soundbar.
Connect the power cord for the soundbar (optional)
3
DVI connector
Connect your computer DVI cable
4
VGA connector
Connect your computer VGA cable
5
USB upstream port
Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the
computer. Once this cable is connected,you can use the USB connectors on
the side and bottom of the monitor.
6
Stand lock feature
To lock the Stand to the Monitor
Monitor Specifications
Flat Panel Specifications
Model
P2011H
Screen type
Active matrix -TFT LCD
Panel type
TN

*[P2011H] color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (79%) and CIE1931 (68%) test standards.
Screen dimensions
50.8 cm (20-inch viewable image size)
Preset display area:
462.8 (H) x 272.0(V) mm
Horizontal
462.8 mm (18.22 inches)
Vertical
272.0mm (10.71 inches)
Pixel pitch
0.277 mm
Viewing angle
160°(vertical)typ,170°(horizontal)typ
Luminance output
250 cd/m ²(typ)
Contrast ratio
1000 to 1 (typ)
Dynamic contrast ratio
Up to 2,000,000 : 1 (typ)
Faceplate coating
Antiglare with hard-coating 3H
Backlight
LED edgelight system
Response Time
5 ms typical
Color depth
16.7 million colors
Color gamut (Typical)
79%* (CIE1976 )
Resolution Specifications
Model
P2011H

Video Supported Modes
Horizontal scan range
30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
Vertical scan range
56Hzto75Hz(automatic)
Maximum resolution
1600 X 900 at 60 Hz
Model
P2011H
Video display capabilities (DVI playback)
480p, 576p, 720p, 1080p and 1080i
Preset Display Modes
Display Mode
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
+/+
1600 x 900
60.0
60.0
97.8
+/-

Electrical Specifications
Model
P2011H
Video input signals
Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance
Digital DVI-
D TMDS, 600mV for each differential line, positive polarity at 50 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/1.5 A (Max.)
Inrush current
120V:30A (Max.)
240V:60A (Max.)
Physical Characteristics
Model
P2011H
Connector type
15-pin D-subminiature, blue connector; DVI-D, white
connector
Signal cable type
Digital: Detachable, DVI-D, Solid pins, shipped
detached from the monitor
Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins, shipped attached
to the monitor
Dimensions (with stand)
Height (extended)
435.85 mm (17.16 inches)
Height (compressed)
315.85 mm (12.44 inches)
Width
481.17 mm (18.94 inches)
Depth
171.92 mm (6.77 inches)
Dimensions (without stand)
Height
287.57 mm (11.32 inches)
Width
481.17 mm (18.94 inches)
Depth
61.50 mm (2.42 inches)
Stand dimensions
Height (extended)
360.60 mm (14.20 inches)
Height (compressed)
240.60 mm (9.47 inches)
Width
249.92 mm (9.84 inches)
Depth
171.92 mm (6.77 inches)
Weight
Weight with packaging
5.56 kg (12.23 lb)
Weight with stand assembly and cables
4.56 kg (10.03 lb)
Weight without stand assembly

(For wall mount or VESA mount
considerations - no cables)
2.70 kg (5.94 lb)
Weight of stand assembly
1.70 kg (3.74 lb)
Environmental Characteristics
Model
P2011H
Temperature
Operating
0°to40°C
Non-operating
Storage: -20°to60°C(-4°to140°F)
Shipping: -20°to60°C(-4°to140°F)
Humidity
Operating
10% to 80% (non-condensing)

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Non-operating
Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
Operating
4,850 m (15,902 ft) max
Non-operating
12,192 m (40,000 ft) max
Thermal dissipation
153.65 BTU/hour (maximum)
85.36 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 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 is pressed in Active-off mode, the following message will be displayed:
VESA Modes
Horizontal Sync
Vertical Sync
Video
Power Indicator
Power Consumption
Normal operation
Active
Active
Active
Blue
20 W (typical)/45 W (maximum)**
Active-off mode
Inactive
Inactive
Blanked
Amber (Breathing)
Less than 0.5 W
Switch off
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Off
Less than 0.5 W

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Appendix
Dell™P2011HMonitorUser'sGuide
Safety Instructions
FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information
Contacting Dell
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WARNING: 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: http://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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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.
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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Help on PowerNap Installation
To install PowerNap succesfully, follow these steps:-
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1.CheckOperatingSystemRequirements
Windows XP, Windows Vista®, Windows®7
2. Install Entech API
Install
3.InstallPowerNapSoftware
Install

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Setting Up Your Monitor
Dell™P2011H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 1600 X 900 again.
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NOTE:
Ifyouareunabletosettheresolutionto1600x900,pleasecontactDell™toinquireaboutaGraphicsAdapterthatsupportstheseresolutions.

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Setting Up Your Monitor
Dell™P2011H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. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1600 X 900 again.
In Windows Vista®or Windows®7:
1. Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization.
2. Click Change Display Settings.
3. Click Advanced Settings.
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 1600 X 900 again.
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NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to
1600 x 900, please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will
supportthevideoresolutionof1600x900.

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Operating the Monitor
Dell™P2011H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, Swivel, and Vertical Extension
Rotating the monitor
Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System
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
Shortcut
key/ Energy
modes
Use this button to directly access the "Energy modes" menu.
2
Shortcut key /
Brightness/Contrast
Use this button to directly access the "Brightness/Contrast" menu.
3
Menu
Use the MENU button to launch the on-screen display (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See
Accessing the Menu System.
4
Exit
Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu.

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
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Accessing the Menu System
Main Menu for Analog (VGA) Input
or
Main Menu for Digital (DVI-D) Input
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Power
(withpowerlight
indicator)
Use the Power button to turn the monitor on and off.
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.
1.
Press the MENU button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
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 or button once to activate the highlighted option.
4.
Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter.
5.
Press toentertheslidebarandthenusethe or button, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6.
Press the button once to return to the main menu to select another option or press the button two or three times to exit from the OSD menu.
Icon
Menu and Submenus
Description
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Energy Gauge
This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. When the meter is green, it indicates the monitor is
consuming low energy level. When the energy consumed increases, the meter will change to yellow and subsequently red.

Brightness/Contrast
Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment.
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Brightness
Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
Press the button to increase brightness and Press the button to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100).
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NOTE:Brightness control will be greyed out during "Screen dim" in PowerNap option when screen saver is activated.
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Contrast
Adjust Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary.
Press the button to increase contrast and Press 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.