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Setting the display resolution to 1280 x 1024 (Maximum) 53 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access ......54 If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card .
Dell Display Manager User's Guide Overview Dell Display Manager is a Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed image, assignment of automatic settings, energy management, image rotation and other features on select Dell models. Once installed, Dell Display Manager will run each time the system starts and will place its icon in the notification tray.
The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell Display Manager’s advanced user interface which is used to adjust Basic functions, configure Auto Mode and access other features. Setting Basic Display Functions A Preset Mode for the selected monitor can be manually applied using the menu on the Basic tab.
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Dell Display Manager is pre-configured for many popular applications. To add a new application to the assignment list, simply drag the application from the desktop, Windows Start Menu or elsewhere, and drop it onto the current list. NOTE: Preset Mode assignments targeting batch files, scripts, and loaders, as well as non-executable files such as zip archives or packed files, are not supported and will be ineffective.
Applying Energy Conservation Features On supported Dell models the PowerNap tab will be available to provide energy conservation options. When the screensaver activates, the monitor’s Brightness can automatically be set to minimum level or the monitor can be put to sleep in order to save additional power.
About Your Monitor 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. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
Product Features The Dell E1715S flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display. The monitor’s features include: • 43.2 cm (17 inches) diagonal viewable image size, resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. 1280 x 1024 • LED backlit monitor •...
제조자: xxxxx 080-854-0066 CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) E1715Sc Flat Panel Monitor /Monitor Plano Panel /液晶顯示器 /液晶显示器 /모니터 www.dell.com 输入电源/정격입력: 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.5A 輸入電源: 交流電壓100-240伏特, 1.5安培, 50/60赫茲 S/N: CN-12MWY-64180-341-001L Consumo de energía: xx.x Wh Consumo de energía en modo de espera: x.xx Wh Удельная...
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Side View Right Side Bottom View E1715S: Label Description AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable. DP connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a DP cable (optional). VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable.
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.
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Active-off mode, the following messages will be displayed: Dell E1715S There is no signal coming from your computer. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up. If there is no display, press the monitor button now to select the correct input source on the On-Screen-Display menu.
Pin Assignments 15-pin D-Sub connector Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable Video-Red Video-Green Video-Blue Self-test GND-R GND-G GND-B DDC +5 V GND-sync DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock About Your Monitor ...
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DisplayPort Connector Pin Number 20-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable ML0 (p)- ML0 (n) ML1 (p) ML1 (n) ML2 (p) ML2 (n) ML3 (p) ML3 (n) AUX (p) AUX (n) Re-PWR About Your Monitor ...
Most monitor installations are automatic. You can select different settings if required. Flat-Panel Specifications Model number Dell E1715S monitor Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel Type Viewable image dimensions: Diagonal 43.20 cm (17 inches)
Resolution Specifications Model number Dell E1715S monitor Scan range • Horizontal 30 kHz to 81 kHz (automatic) • Vertical 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz Electrical Specifications Model number Dell E1715S monitor Video input signals Analog RGB: 0.7 Volts +/- 5 %, 75 ohm input impedance...
Preset Display Modes The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering: E1715S: Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal/ (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3...
- no cables) Weight of stand assembly 0.34 kg (0.75 lb) Environmental Characteristics The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor: Model Number Dell E1715S monitor Temperature • Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) •...
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: http://www.dell.com/support/monitors. Maintenance Guidelines...
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1. The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. 2. The monitor is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. About Your Monitor ...
Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1. Assemble the stand riser to stand base. a. Place the monitor stand base on a stable table top. b.
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. 2. Connect either the black (digital DP) or the blue (analog VGA) display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer.
Removing the Monitor Stand After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion, complete the following steps to remove the stand: 1. Use a long screwdriver to press and hold the release latch located in a hole just above the stand. 2.
Operating the Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the Front-Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Preset Modes Brightness / Contrast Menu Exit Front-Panel Keys Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of...
Front-Panel Keys Front-Panel Keys Description Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down Use the OK key to confirm your selection. Use the Back key to go back to the previous menu.
The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1. Press the button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu. Main Menu Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Settings...
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This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. Brightness/ Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the Contrast Brightness/Contrast. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Settings Display Settings...
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Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Press to adjust the screen automatically. Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Energy Settings Menu Settings Other Settings...
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Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Select Auto Adjust Input Source DisplayPort Color Settings Display Settings Energy Settings...
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Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes. Preset Modes Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Input Color Format Auto Adjust Preset Modes Standard Input Source Image Enhance Multimedia Color Settings Reset Color Settings Movie Display Settings...
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Allows you to shift the tint level of the video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh tone color. Use (to increase the green shade) or increase the purple shade) to make the adjustment (min 0 ~ max 100, default 50).
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Display Use the Displays Settings menu to adjust the monitor's Settings display settings. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Horizontal Position Auto Adjust Vertical Position Input Source Sharpness Color Settings Pixel Clock Display Settings Phase Energy Settings Reset Display Settings...
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Energy Dell E1715S Energy Use Settings Brightness / Contrast Power Button LED On During Active Auto Adjust Reset Energy Settings Off During Active Input Source Color Settings Display Settings Energy Settings Menu Settings Other Settings Personalize Maximum: 1280x1024 , 60Hz...
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Menu 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. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Language English...
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Other Settings Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast DDC/CI Enable Auto Adjust LCD Conditioning Disable Input Source Reset Other Settings Color Settings Factory Reset ENERGY STAR ® Display Settings Energy Settings Menu Settings Other Settings Personalize Resolution: 1024x768, 60Hz...
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The below warning message appears once user selects “Enable" LCD Conditioning. Dell E1715S The feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run.
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Personalize Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Preset Modes Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2 Brightness / Contrast Input Source Reset Personalization Color Settings Display Settings Energy Settings...
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Shortcut Key 2 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/ Contrast", "Auto Adjust", "Input Source" and set as shortcut key. Dell E1715S Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Auto Adjust Shortcut Key 2 Preset Modes Input Source Reset Personalization...
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: E1715S: Dell E1715S The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 1280 X 1024, 60Hz or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications.
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When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears: Dell E1715S Entering Power Save Mode. Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD. If you press any button other than the power button, the following...
Depending on your computer, complete one of the following procedures: If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer: • Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): •...
Using the Tilt feature Tilt With the stand assembly, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. 21° typical (maximum 22°) 5° typical (maximum 5.5°) NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen. Dell E1715S Dell E1715S No VGA Cable No VGA Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 5 minutes www.dell.com/support/monitors...
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.
LCD screen has spots • 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.
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• Cycle power on-off. • Pixel that is permanently off is a spots 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. • Reset the monitor to Factory Brightness Problems Picture too dim or too Settings.
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Intermittent Monitor malfunctions • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the Problems on & off computer is connected properly and is secure. • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. • Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the intermittent problem occurs in self-test mode.
Product-Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Possible Solutions Experience Screen image is too Image is centered on • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. small screen, but does not fill entire viewing area Cannot adjust the OSD does not appear •...
3. Click Contact Us on the top 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. Appendix ...
Please choose the scenario below that best describes the computer system you are using, and follow the provided 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 Setting Up Your Monitor ...
If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access 1. Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics 2. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to again.
Procedures for setting up dual monitors in Windows 7, Windows 8/Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 For Windows 7 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP, HDMI etc.) and follow any of the below setup methods.
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2. Click Multiple displays to choose a display selection. If you do not see the additional monitor listed, click Detect. • You may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the system does not detect the added monitor. Setting Up Your Monitor ...
For Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP, HDMI etc.) and follow any of the below setup method. Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P” 1. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard. 2.
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2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen resolution. 3. Click Multiple displays to choose a display selection. If you do not see the additional monitor listed, click Detect. • You may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 3 if the system does not detect the added monitor.
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Setting Display Styles For Multiple Monitors in Windows 7 or Windows 8/ Windows 8.1 After the external monitor(s) have been set up, users can select the desired display style from Multiple displays menu: Duplicate, Extend, Show Desktop On. • Duplicate these displays: Duplicate the same screen on two monitors with the same resolution, chosen based on the monitor with a lower resolution.
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For Windows 7 For Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Setting Up Your Monitor ...
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• Show desktop only on…: Display the status of a particular monitor. This option is typically chosen when the laptop is used as a PC so the user can enjoy a large external monitor. Most current laptops support mainstream resolutions. As shown in the figure above, the resolution of the laptop monitor is only 1280 x 800, but after connecting a 27”...
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For Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Setting Up Your Monitor ...
For Windows 10 Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP, HDMI etc.) and follow any of the below setup method. Method 1: Using keyboard shortcut “Win+P” 1. Press the Windows logo key + P on your keyboard. 2.
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2. Click Customize your display to choose a display selection. If you do not see the additional monitor listed, click Detect. • You may need to restart your system and repeat steps 1 to 2 if the system does not detect the added monitor. Setting Up Your Monitor ...
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Setting Display Styles For Multiple Monitors in Windows 10 After the external monitor(s) have been set up, users can select the desired display style from Multiple displays menu: Duplicate, Extend, Show only On, Disconnect. • Duplicate these displays: Duplicate the same screen on two monitors with the same resolution, chosen based on the monitor with a lower resolution.
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• Show only on…: Display the status of a particular monitor. This option is typically chosen when the laptop is used as a PC so the user can enjoy a large external monitor. Most current laptops support mainstream resolutions. As shown in the figure below, the resolution of the laptop monitor is only 1280 x 800, but after connecting a 27”...