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Dell 1708FP User Manual

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Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
About Your Monitor
Front View
Back View
Side View
Bottom View
Monitor Specifications
Cleaning Your Monitor
Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand
Attaching the Stand
Organizing Your Cables
Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension
Removing the Stand
Setting Up Your Monitor
Connecting Your Monitor
Using the Front Panel
Using the OSD
Setting the Optimal Resolution
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2006-2007 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and
Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Adobe is a
trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for
energy efficiency.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products.
Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Model 1708FP
July 2007 Rev. A01
Rotating Your Monitor
Changing the Rotation of Your Monitor
Rotating Your Operating System
Solving Problems
Troubleshooting Your Monitor
General Problems
Product Specific Problems
USB Problems
Troubleshooting Your Soundbar
Appendix
Safety Information
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
Contacting Dell
Your Monitor Setup Guide

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  • Page 1 Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, and Dell OpenManage are trademarks of Dell Inc; Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; Adobe is a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions.

  • Page 2: About Your Monitor

    Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Front View Back View Bottom View Side View Monitor Specifications Cleaning Your Monitor Front View Video input select OSD menu / select button Brightness & Contrast / Down (-) button...

  • Page 3: Bottom View

    Use to mount the monitor. attached base plate) 2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 3 Security lock slot Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor.

  • Page 4: Side View

    VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption Normal operation (with Dell Soundbar and USB active) Active Active Active Green 75 W (maximum)

  • Page 5: Pin D-Sub Connector

    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 +5V DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock 24-pin Digital-only DVI Connector NOTE: Pin 1 is at the top right. The following table shows pin assignments in the DVI connector: Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment...
  • Page 6 (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic; you can select different settings, if desired. General Model number 1708FP Flat Panel Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD...

  • Page 7: Physical Characteristics

    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 49.5 VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 VESA, 1024 x 768...

  • Page 8: Cleaning Your Monitor

    7.78 lbs (3.53 kg) Weight without stand assembly (For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables) Weight of stand assembly 3.52 lbs (1.6 kg) Environmental Temperature: Operating 5° to 35°C (41° to 95°F) Nonoperating Storage: -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F) Shipping: -20°...

  • Page 9: Attaching The Stand

    Back to Contents Page Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Organizing Your Cables Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory.

  • Page 10: Vertical Extension

    After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment,) use the cable hole to neatly organize all cables as shown above. Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Tilt/Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: Stand is detached and extended when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
  • Page 11 NOTE: If locked in the down position, 1. Push the monitor down, 2. Press the Lock down / release button on the bottom rear of stand to unlock the monitor. 3. Lift the monitor up and extend the stand to the desired height. NOTICE: Before relocating or moving the monitor to a different location, make sure that the stand is LOCKED DOWN.

  • Page 12: Removing The Stand

    Removing the Stand NOTE: After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion, complete the following steps to remove the stand. 1. Rotate the stand to allow access to the stand release button. 2. Press the stand release button and lift up the stand and away from the monitor. Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Monitor

    Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Connecting Your Monitor Using the Front Panel Using the OSD Menu Setting the Optimal Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Connecting Your Monitor CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions.

  • Page 14: Using The Front Panel

    1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect either the white DVI or the blue VGA cables to the connectors on the computer and the monitor. Connect the USB cable that was included with your monitor to the computer and the upstream USB connector on the monitor. Once this cable is connected to the computer and the monitor, you can use the USB connectors on the monitor.
  • Page 15 Using the input select button, select the desired input to be tested either Analog Input or Digital Input. Disconnect the video cable from the video card and the Dell Self-test Feature Check dialogue box will appear if the display is operating correctly.

  • Page 16: Using The Osd Menu

    Auto Adjust Auto Adjustment button 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), Phase (Fine) controls in the OSD. NOTE: Auto Adjust does not occur if you press the button while there are no active video input signals or attached cables.
  • Page 17 Main Menu for Analog (VGA) Input Main Menu for Digital (DVI) Input NOTE: Auto Adjust, Positioning and Image Settings are only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. 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 table below for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor.
  • Page 18 Push the + button to increase luminance and push the - button to decrease luminance (min 0 ~ max 100). Contrast adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen. Push the + button to increase the contrast and push the - button to decrease the contrast (min 0 ~ max 100). Positioning: Positioning moves the viewing area around on the monitor screen.
  • Page 19 If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use Pixel Clock (Coarse) and then use Phase (fine), again. Phase (Fine) NOTE: This function may change the width of the display image. Use the Horizontal function of the Position menu to center the display image on the screen.
  • Page 20 To adjust the horizontal position of the OSD, use the - and + buttons, and move OSD to the left and right. Horizontal Position To adjust the vertical position of the OSD, use the - and + buttons, and move OSD down and up. Vertical OSD Hold Time: Position...
  • Page 21 (optional) Yes — enables audio No — disables audio (default) NOTE: When the Dell Soundbar is not properly connected to the monitor, the audio menu is not available. Factory Reset the OSD menu options to the factory preset values. Reset:...
  • Page 22 Exit — Select to exit out of Reset to Factory Settings menu without resetting any OSD options. Position settings only — Change the settings for Image Position back to original factory settings. Color settings only — Change the Red, Green, and Blue settings back to their original factory settings and set the default setting for Normal Preset.

  • Page 23: Osd Warning Messages

    This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to use. See Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1280 X 1024 @ 60Hz. NOTE: The floating Dell Self-test Feature Check dialog appears on-screen if the monitor cannot sense a video signal.

  • Page 24: Setting The Optimal Resolution

    Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers. Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell flat panel displays. The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on/off control to adjust the overall system...
  • Page 25 Insert the lime-green mini stereo plug from the rear of the Soundbar into the computer's audio output jack. NOTE: Soundbar Power Connector +12V DC output is for optional only. NOTICE: Do not use with any device other than Dell Soundbar Back to Contents Page...
  • Page 27 After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete the procedure below to rotate your operating system. NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, you need to go the graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer website for information on rotating your operating system.
  • Page 28 NOTE: If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working correctly, go to support.dell.com and download the latest driver for your graphics card. Back to Contents Page...

  • Page 29: Solving Problems

    Using the input select button, select the desired input to be tested either Analog Input or Digital Input. Disconnect the video cable from the video card and the Dell Self-test Feature Check dialogue box will appear if...

  • Page 30: General Problems

    This box also appears during normal system operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable, then turn on both your computer and the monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly.

  • Page 31: Product Specific Problems

    Shaky/Jittery Wavy picture or fine Push Auto Adjust button. Video movement Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD. Perform monitor reset. Check environmental factors. Relocate and test in another room. Missing Pixels LCD screen has spots Cycle power on-off These are pixels that are permanently off and this is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology.

  • Page 32: Usb Problems

    (green LED) on the front of the Soundbar is (built-in DC power supply. illuminated. i.e. 1708FP ) Confirm that the power cable from the Soundbar is plugged into the monitor. Confirm that the monitor has power.
  • Page 33 Unbalanced Sound from only one side Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user. Sound of Soundbar Confirm that the audio line-in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the Output sound card or audio source. Set all Windows audio balance controls (L-R) to their midpoints. Clean and reseat the audio line-in plug.
  • Page 34 Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ 1708FP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide CAUTION: Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S. Only) Contacting Dell Your Monitor Setup Guide CAUTION: Safety Instructions 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.

  • Page 35: Fcc Notice (U.s. Only)

    2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: The FCC regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell™ Inc. could void your authority to operate this equipment. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

  • Page 36: Contacting Dell

    NOTE: Toll-free numbers are for use within the country for which they are listed. NOTE: In certain countries, support specific to Dell™ XPS™ computers is available at a separate telephone number listed for participating countries. If you do not see a telephone number listed that is specific for XPS computers, you may contact Dell through the support number listed and your call will be routed appropriately.
  • Page 37 Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales toll-free: 800-1578 Australia (Sydney) Online Support support.ap.dell.com support.ap.dell.com.contactus International Access Code: 0011 Technical Support Country Code: 61 Technical Support for XPS computers onlycomputers only City Code: 2 toll-free: 1300 790 877 Home and Home Office...
  • Page 38 Bolivia Online Support www.dell.com/bo la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales toll-free: 800-10-0238 Brazil Online Support www.dell.com/br BR_TechSupport@dell.com International Access Code: 00 Customer Service and Tech Support 0800 970 3355 Country Code: 55 Technical Support Fax 51 2104 5470 City Code: 51...
  • Page 39 800 858 0540 Technical Support – Dell™ Dimension™ and Dell Inspiron™ toll-free: 800 858 2969 Technical Support – Dell OptiPlex™, Dell Latitude™, and Dell Precision™ toll-free: 800 858 0950 Technical Support – Servers and Storage toll-free: 800 858 0960 Technical Support –...
  • Page 40 Switchboard Fax – Relational 3287 1201 Switchboard – Home/Small Business 3287 5000 Switchboard Fax – Home/Small Business 3287 5001 Dominica Online Support www.dell.com/dm la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales toll-free: 1-866-278-6821 Dominican Republic Online Support www.dell.com/do la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales...
  • Page 41 1-877-270-4609 Hong Kong Online Support support.ap.dell.com support.dell.com.cn/email International Access Code: 001 Technical Support – XPS computers only 00852-3416 6923 Country Code: 852 Technical Support – Dimension and Inspiron 00852-2969 3188 Technical Support – OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision 00852-2969 3191...
  • Page 42 Global Customer Programs 00852-3416 0908 Medium Business Division 00852-3416 0912 Home and Small Business Division 00852-2969 3105 India Online Support support.ap.dell.com Portable and Desktop Support Desktop Support E-mail india_support_desktop@dell.com Portable Support E-mail india_support_notebook@dell.com Phone Numbers 080-25068032 or 080-25068034 or your city STD code + 60003355...
  • Page 43 Technical Support outside of Japan – Dimension and Inspiron 81-44-520-1435 Technical Support – Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude toll-free:0120-198-433 Technical Support outside of Japan – Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude 81-44-556-3894 Technical Support – Dell PowerApp, Dell PowerEdge, Dell PowerConnect, and Dell toll-free: 0120-198-498...
  • Page 44 Technical Support - XPS computers only toll-free: 1 800 885 784 International Access Code: 00 Technical Support - Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude toll-free: 1 800 880 193 Country Code: 60 Technical Support - Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories...
  • Page 45 Customer Service toll-free: 1800 881 306(option6) Transaction Sales toll-free: 1 800 888 202 Corporate Sales toll-free: 1 800 888 213 Mexico Online Support www.dell.com/mx la-techsupport@dell.com International Access Code: 00 Technical Support 001-866-563-4425 Country Code: 52 Sales 50-81-8800 or 01-800-888-3355 Customer Service...
  • Page 46 Home/Small Business Customer Service 23162298 Switchboard 671 16800 Fax Switchboard 671 16865 Panama Online Support www.dell.com/pa la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales 011-800-507-1264 Peru Online Support www.dell.com/pe la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales 0800-50-669 Poland (Warsaw) Online Support support.euro.dell.com pl_support_tech@dell.com...
  • Page 47 1800 394 7464 Technical Support – Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories toll-free: 1800 394 7430 Technical Support – OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision toll-free: 1800 394 7488 Technical Support –PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault toll-free: 1800 394 7478...
  • Page 48 165 1228 Corporate Sales toll-free: 0080 165 1227 Thailand Online Support support.ap.dell.com Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision) toll-free: 1800 0060 07 International Access Code: 001 Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault) toll-free: 1800 0600 09 Country Code: 66...
  • Page 49 0870 907 4006 Uruguay Online Support www.dell.com/uy la-techsupport@dell.com Technical Support, Customer Service, Sales toll-free: 000-413-598-2521 U.S.A. (Austin, Texas) Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired toll-free: 1-877-DELLTTY (1-877-335-5889) International Access Code: 011 toll-free: 1-800-727-8320 Country Code: 1 Technical Support support.dell.com...
  • Page 50 Higher Education toll-free: 1-800-274-7799 Employee Purchase Program (EPP) toll-free: 1-800-695-8133 Financial Services www.dellfinancialservices.com Leases and Loans toll-free: 1-877-577-3355 Dell Preferred Accounts (DPA) toll-free: 1-800-283-2210 Sales 1-800-289-3355 or 1-800-879-3355 Dell Outlet Store toll-free: 1-888-798-7561 Software and Peripherals Sales toll-free: 1-800-671-3355 U.S. Virgin Islands Online Support www.dell.com/vi...

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