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Dell S2218M/S2318M
Model No.: S2218M/S2318M
Regulatory model: S2218Mc/S2318Mc

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Dell S2218M/S2318M Model No.: S2218M/S2318M Regulatory model: S2218Mc/S2318Mc...
  • Page 2 Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft. Corporation in the United States and/or other countries, Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About Your Monitor ..............5 Package Contents ..................5 Product Features ..................6 Identifying Parts and Controls ..............8 Plug and Play Capability ................11 LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy ..........11 Maintenance Guidelines ................. 11 Setting Up the Monitor ............12 Connecting the Stand ................
  • Page 4 Using the Tilt ..................... 31 Troubleshooting ..............32 Self-Test .....................32 Built-in Diagnostics ..................33 Common Problems .................34 Product-Specific Problems ..............36 Appendix ....................37 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information ..37 Contact Dell ....................37 Setting Up Your Monitor .................38 Monitor Specifications ............40 Contents...
  • Page 5: About Your Monitor

    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. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
  • Page 6: Product Features

    ∞ Safety and Regulatory Information Product Features The Dell S2218M_S2318M flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), In-plane Switching panel and LED backlight. The monitor features include: S2218M: 54.61 cm (21.5 inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 ∞...
  • Page 7 time. Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen and ComfortView feature which ∞ minimizes blue light emission. About Your Monitor...
  • Page 8: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Front panel controls Label Description Function buttons (For more information, see Operating your Monitor) Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) NOTE: 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.
  • Page 9 Lists the regulatory approvals. Refer serial number and Service Tag label) to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. The Dell service tag is used for Dell warranty and customer service management purposes and for records of the base system.
  • Page 10 Side View Bottom View Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Power-adapter port To connect the monitor power cable using a 12V DC adapter for transition. DVI(HDCP) port To connect your computer to the monitor us- ing a DVI cable. VGA port To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable.
  • Page 11: Plug And Play Capability

    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/monitors.
  • Page 12: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following steps is applicable for a monitor with a stand. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Fit the stand riser and stand base together, and then turn in the stand base. 2.
  • Page 13: Connecting Your Monitor

    Connecting Your Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn Off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2.
  • Page 14: Organizing Cables

    Organizing Cables After you connect all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, organize all cables as shown above. NOTE: After the cables are connected, they will have to be disconnected again to route them through the hole. Setting Up the Monitor...
  • Page 15: Removing The Monitor Stand

    Removing the Monitor Stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft and clean surface. NOTE: The following steps is applicable for a monitor with a stand. To remove the stand: 1.
  • Page 16: Operating Your Monitor

    Operating your Monitor Power 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 image being displayed. Control buttons The following table describes the front panel buttons: Front Panel Button Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset...
  • Page 17 Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu. Exit Use the Power button to turn the monitor On and Off. Power On/Off button (with Solid white light indicates the monitor is On and LED indicator) fully functional.
  • Page 18: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    OSD menu to disappear. 1. Press the button to display the OSD main menu. Main Menu for analog (VGA) input Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source...
  • Page 19 Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Contrast Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
  • Page 20 Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Press to adjust the screen automatically. Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Auto Adjustment in Progress...
  • Page 21 Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Auto Select Input Source Color Reset Input Source Display Energy...
  • Page 22 ∞ Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Preset Modes Standard...
  • Page 23 ∞ RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the HDMI to DVI adapter. ∞ YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Preset Modes Auto Adjust...
  • Page 24 Display Use the Display to adjust image. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Aspect Ratio Wide 16:9 Auto Adjust Horizontal Position Input Source Vertical Position Color Sharpness Display Pixel Clock Energy Phase Menu Dynamic Contrast Personalize Normal Response Time...
  • Page 25 Energy Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Power Button LED On During Active Auto Adjust Reset Energy Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Power Button Allows you to set the power LED indicator On During Active or Off During Active to save energy.
  • Page 26 Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values. Personalize Users can choose a feature from Shortcut Key 1, Shortcut Key 2, Reset Personalization, Preset Modes or Brightness/ Contrast and set it as a shortcut key. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Preset Modes...
  • Page 27 You can disable this feature by selecting Disable Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast DDC/CI Enable...
  • Page 28 OSD Warning Messages When the Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. Dell S2X18M To allow manual adjustment of brightness, the Dynamic Contrast will be switched off. Do you want to continue?
  • Page 29 When the monitor enters the Power Save Mode, the following message appears: Dell S2X18M Entering Power Save Mode. If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear depending on the selected input: Dell S2X18M There is no signal coming from your computer.
  • Page 30: Setting The Maximum Resolution

    If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. 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.
  • Page 31: Using The Tilt

    Using the Tilt NOTE: This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for set up instructions. Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended and fully tilted up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.
  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    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 S2X18M No DVI Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes.
  • Page 33: Built-In Diagnostics

    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. NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.
  • Page 34: Common Problems

    ∞ Cycle power On-Off. bright spots ∞ 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:http://www.dell.com/ support/monitors. Brightness Picture too dim ∞...
  • Page 35 ∞ Restart the computer in the safe mode. Safety Related Visible signs of ∞ Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. Issues smoke or sparks ∞ Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Monitor ∞ Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to Problems malfunctions on the computer is connected properly and is secure.
  • Page 36: Product-Specific Problems

    Product-Specific Problems Specific What You Possible Solutions Symptoms Experience ∞ Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display Screen image is Image is centered too small on screen, but settings OSD. does not fill entire ∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings(Factory viewing area Reset) .
  • Page 37: Appendix

    For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355). 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. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
  • Page 38: Setting Up Your Monitor

    Please choose the scenario below that best describes the computer system you are using, and follow the given steps. If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your init-caps, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
  • Page 39 7. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1920 x 1080 again. NOTE: If you are unable to set the recommended resolution, contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution.
  • Page 40: Monitor Specifications

    Color depth 16.78 million colors 16.78 million colors Color gamut 82 % (typical)* 82 % (typical)* * [S2218M/S2318M] color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (82 %) and CIE1931 (72 %) test standards. Resolution Specifications Model S2218M S2318M Horizontal scan range...
  • Page 41 67.5 60.0 148.5 Electrical Specifications Model S2218M&S2318M Video input signals ∞ Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance ∞ Digital DVI TMDS, 600 mV for each differential line, positive polarity at 50 ohm input impedance...
  • Page 42 Physical Characteristics Model S2218M S2318M Signal cable type ∞ Digital: detachable, DVI, ∞ Digital: detachable, DVI, Solid pins. Solid pins. ∞ Analog: detachable, ∞ Analog: detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins D-Sub, 15 pins Dimensions (with stand) Height 385.5 mm (15.18 in) 404.0 mm (15.90 in)
  • Page 43 Environmental Characteristics Model S2218M S2318M Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non- Storage ∞ -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to ∞ -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to operating 140°F) 140°F) Shipping ∞ -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to ∞...
  • Page 44 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 main cable from the monitor. S2218M VESA Horizontal Vertical Video...
  • Page 45 The OSD functions only in the normal operation mode. When any button is pressed in the Active-off mode, one of the following messages will be displayed: Dell S2X18M There is no signal coming from your computer. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up.
  • Page 46 Pin Assignments VGA Connector Pin Number 15-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Video-Red Video-Green Video-Blue Self-test GND-R GND-G GND-B Computer 5V/3.3V GND-sync DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock Monitor Specifications...
  • Page 47 DVI Connector Pin Number 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable TMDS RX2- TMDS RX2+ TMDS Ground Floating Floating DDC Clock DDC Data Floating TMDS RX1- TMDS RX1+ TMDS Ground Floating Floating +5 V/+3.3 V power Self test Hot Plug Detect TMDS RX0- TMDS RX0+ TMDS Ground...

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