Contents About your monitor ......6 Package contents ..... . 6 Product features .
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Setting the maximum resolution ....50 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with internet access ....... . 50 If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card .
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries. Monitor (S2419HGF) Monitor (S2719DGF) Stand riser Stand base │...
Sync), high refresh rates and a rapid response time of 1 ms. ∞ Digital connectivity with DisplayPort and HDMI. ∞ S2419HGF: Equipped with 1 USB upstream port and 2 USB downstream ports. ∞ S2719DGF: Equipped with 1 USB upstream port and 4 USB downstream ports.
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∞ Plug and play capability if supported by your computer. S2419HGF supports Freesync 40 Hz - 120 Hz and can be overclocked to 144Hz. S2719DGF supports Freesync 40 Hz - 144 Hz (HDMI) and can be overclocked to 155 Hz through DisplayPort only.
Identifying parts and controls Front view S2419HGF S2719DGF Control buttons Label Description Function buttons Use the function buttons to adjust items in the OSD menu. (For more information, see Using the control buttons) Power On/Off button Use the power button to turn the monitor On and Off.
Lists the regulatory approvals. Refer Barcode serial number and to this label if you need to contact Service Tag label) Dell for technical support.The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
Side view Bottom view Bottom view without monitor stand (S2419HGF) Label Description Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). Security-lock slot Secure your monitor using a security lock (purchased separately) to prevent unauthorized movement of your monitor.
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USB upstream Connect the USB cable from this port to your port computer to enable the USB ports on your monitor. Disconnect the USB cable to enable USB BC1.2 charging port. USB downstream Connect your USB peripherals such as storage devices ports and printers.
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USB downstream Connect your USB peripherals such as storage devices ports and printers. NOTE: To use this port, you must connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to the USB-upstream port on the monitor and to your computer. USB BC1.2 Connect to charge your USB device.
8,000,000 to 1 (Dynamic Contrast) Faceplate coating Low haze with 3H hardness Backlight LED edgelight system Response time 1 ms (G to G) Color depth 16.7 million colors Color gamut CIE 1976 (84%), CIE 1931 (72%) Dell display manager compatibility │ About your monitor...
Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel -45° to 45° Pivot -90° to 90° Resolution specifications Model S2419HGF S2719DGF Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 140 kHz 30 kHz to 230 kHz (automatic) (automatic) Vertical scan range 40 Hz to 120 Hz (automatic) 40 Hz to 144 Hz (automatic)
Electrical specifications Model S2419HGF/S2719DGF Video input signals HDMI 1.4 (HDCP), 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair HDMI 2.0 (HDCP), 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair (only for S2719DGF) DisplayPort 1.2, 600 mV for each differential line, 100...
Physical characteristics Model S2419HGF Signal cable type Digital: detachable, HDMI, 19 pins Front-frame gloss Black frame 2-4 gloss units Dimensions (with stand) Height (extended) 498.6 mm (19.63 in.) Height (compressed) 368.6 mm (14.51 in.) Width 565.0 mm (22.24 in.) Depth 177.0 mm (6.97 in.)
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Model S2719DGF Signal cable type Digital: detachable, HDMI, 19 pins Front-frame gloss Black frame 2-4 gloss units Dimensions (with stand) Height (extended) 524.8 mm (20.66 in.) Height (compressed) 394.8 mm (15.54 in.) Width 611.6 mm (24.08 in.) Depth 184.4 mm (7.26 in.) Dimensions (without stand) Height 361.6 mm (14.24 in.)
Environmental characteristics Model S2419HGF S2719DGF Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non-operating ∞ Storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) ∞ Shipping: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Humidity Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating ∞ Storage 5% to 90% (non-condensing) ∞...
The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature. * Zero power consumption in off mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the power cable from the monitor. S2419HGF VESA Horizontal Vertical Video...
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not affect the display quality or usability. For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at www.dell.com/support/...
Setting up the monitor Connecting the stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following procedure is applicable for the stand that shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand.
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5. Attach the stand assembly to the monitor. • Fit the two tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the back of the monitor. • Press the stand down till it snaps into place. 6. Place the monitor upright. Setting up the monitor │...
To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn Off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect the HDMI or DisplayPort cable from your monitor to the computer. Connecting the HDMI and USB 3.0 cable S2419HGF HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI...
2. Connect the USB 3.0 peripherals to the downstream USB 3.0 ports on the monitor. 3. Connect the power cables from your computer and monitor into a wall outlet. Connecting the DP cable (optional purchase) S2419HGF HDMI 1 HDMI 2 S2719DGF HDMI 1.4...
Removing the stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the screen when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft and clean surface. NOTE: The following procedure is applicable only for the stand that shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand.
Operating your monitor Power on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. S2419HGF S2719DGF Using the control buttons Use the control buttons at the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. S2419HGF S2719DGF...
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The following table describes the control buttons: Control Buttons Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset modes. Shortcut key/Preset Modes Use this button to launch the FreeSync menu. FreeSync Use this button to launch the Dark Stabilizer menu. Dark Stabilizer Use this button to activate Brightness/Contrast/ Volume adjustment.
OSD controls Use the buttons on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. S2419HGF 1 2 3 4 S2719DGF 1 2 3 4 Control Buttons Description Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu.
OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to automatically close. 1. Press the button to display the OSD main menu. Main Menu for HDMI input Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display...
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6. Select the button to return to the main menu. Icon Menu and Description Submenus Game Use Game to adjust the Game setting mode. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Standard Game Brightness / Contrast Game Enhance Mode Off Input Source Overclock Off...
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To reduce such effects, try to setting a lower refresh rate in the Overclock Refresh Rate menu. NOTE: This function is available for both HDMI & DP inputs (for S2419HGF). This function is only available for DP input (for S2719DGF).
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This feature can shift the color of the video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. to adjust the hue from 0 to 100. Press to increase the green shade of the video image. Press to increase the purple shade of the video image.
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Brightness/ Use this menu to activate brightness/contrast adjustment. Contrast Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others S2419HGF S2419HGF Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize...
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Input Source Use the input source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast HDMI 1 Input Source HDMI 2 Display Auto Select Audio Reset Input Source...
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Display Use the display to adjust image. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Aspect Ratio Wide 16:9 Game Brightness / Contrast Input Color Format Input Source Sharpness Display Dynamic Contrast Audio Reset Display Menu Personalize Others S2419HGF S2419HGF Dell 27 Gaming Monitor...
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Press the button to select the dynamic contrast on or off. NOTE: Dynamic contrast provides higher contrast if you select game or movie preset mode. Reset Display Select this option to restore default display settings. Audio Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Volume Brightness / Contrast Reset Audio Input Source...
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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. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Language English Rotation Brightness / Contrast...
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Users can choose a feature from Shortcut key 1, Shortcut key 2, , Shortcut key 3, Shortcut key 4, Power Button LED, USB or Reset Personalization, Preset Modes or Volume and set it as a shortcut key. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Shortcut Key 1 Preset Modes...
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Allows you to set the USB On During Standby or Off During Standby to save energy. Reset Allows you to restore shortcut key to the default setting. Personalization Others Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Display Info DDC/CI Brightness / Contrast Input Source LCD Conditioning Off...
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You can disable this feature by selecting disable. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Display Info Brightness / Contrast...
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Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on Conditioning the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run. To start LCD conditioning, select Off. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Game Display Info DDC/CI Brightness / Contrast...
OSD warning messages When the Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor To allow manual adjustment of brightness, the Dynamic Contrast will be switched off.
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When the monitor enters the Power Save Mode, the following message appears: Dell 24 Gaming Monitor Entering Power Save Mode. S2419HGF Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Entering Power Save Mode. S2719DGF If HDMI cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 4 minutes if left at this state.
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If DP cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 4 minutes if left at this state. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor No DP Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes.
S2419HGF) or 2560 x 1440 (for S2719DGF). 4. Click OK. If you do not see 1920 x 1080 (for S2419HGF) or 2560 x 1440 (for S2719DGF) as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Depending on your...
6. Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, www.ATI.com OR www.AMD.com). 7. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080 (for S2419HGF) or 2560 x 1440 (for S2719DGF) again. Operating your monitor │...
If the monitor is working correctly, it detects that there is no signal and one of the following message appears. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Dell 24 Gaming Monitor No HDMI1 Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes.
If your monitor remains dark after you reconnect the cables, check your video controller and computer. Built-in diagnostics Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if any screen abnormality you experience is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your computer and video card.
Missing Pixels ∞ Cycle power On-Off. ∞ Pixel that is permanently Off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. ∞ For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/support/monitors. Troubleshooting...
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∞ Cycle power On-Off. ∞ Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. ∞ For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/support/monitors. Brightness Problems ∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset).
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Wrong Color ∞ Change the Color Setting Mode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or Video depending on the application. ∞ Try different Preset Modes in Color settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value in Custom Color in Color settings OSD. ∞...
Product-specific problems Specific Possible Solutions Symptoms Screen image is too ∞ Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display settings small OSD. ∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset). Cannot adjust the ∞ Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, monitor with the and then turn On the monitor.
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. WARNING: For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of the display as the bezel may cause disturbing reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces.