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User's Guide
Monitor Model: S3220DGF
Regulatory Model: S3220DGFc

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  • Page 1 Dell S3220DGF User’s Guide Monitor Model: S3220DGF Regulatory Model: S3220DGFc...
  • Page 2 WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Copyright © 2019 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About your monitor ......6 Package contents ..... . 6 Product features .
  • Page 4 Setting the maximum resolution ....46 If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with internet access ....... . 46 If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card .
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions..... 55 FCC notices (U.S. Only) and other regulatory information 55 Contacting Dell..... . . 56 │...

  • Page 6: About Your Monitor

    Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and see Contacting Dell for more information if something is missing. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
  • Page 7 HDMI 2.0 cable DP 1.2 cable USB 3.0 upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) ∞ Quick Setup Guide ∞ Safety and Regulatory Information About your monitor │...

  • Page 8: Product Features

    Product features The Dell S3220DGF monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features include: ∞ 80.01 cm (31.5 in.) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 2560 x 1440 resolution, with full-screen support for lower resolutions.

  • Page 9: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying parts and controls Front view 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.

  • Page 10: Back View

    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.

  • Page 11: Side View

    Side view Bottom view Bottom view without monitor stand 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. Stand lock To lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm feature screw (screw not included).
  • Page 12 USB 3.0 Connect your USB peripherals such as storage devices downstream and printers. ports NOTE: To use this port, you must connect the USB upstream cable (shipped with your monitor) between the monitor and the computer. USB 3.0 USB 3.0 downstream port with charging capability. downstream with Connect to charge your USB device.

  • Page 13: Monitor Specifications

    Monitor specifications Model S3220DGF Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type Vertical Alignment Viewable image Diagonal 800.1 mm (31.5 in.) Horizontal, Active Area 697.3 mm (27.5 in.) Vertical, Active Area 392.3 mm (15.4 in.) Area 273550.8 mm (423.5 in. Native resolution and...
  • Page 14 8.1 mm Bottom 24.6 mm Adjustability Height adjustable stand 150 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel -30° to 30° Pivot Dell display manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security-lock slot (cable lock optional purchase) │ About your monitor...

  • Page 15: Resolution Specifications

    Resolution specifications Model S3220DGF Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 250 kHz Vertical scan range 48 Hz to 144 Hz (HDMI) 48 Hz to 165 Hz (DP) 48 Hz to 164 Hz (DP FreeSync) Maximum preset 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz with HDCP 2.2...

  • Page 16: Preset Display Modes

    Preset display modes HDMI display modes 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 VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5...
  • Page 17 DP display modes 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 VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3...

  • Page 18: Electrical Specifications

    Electrical specifications Model S3220DGF Video input signals HDMI 2.0 (HDCP), 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair DP 1.2, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair DP 1.4, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm...

  • Page 19: Physical Characteristics

    Physical characteristics Model S3220DGF Signal cable type ∞ Digital: HDMI, 19 pins ∞ Digital: DP, 20 pins ∞ Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins Dimensions (with stand) Height (extended) 618.2 mm (24.34 in.) Height (compressed) 468.7 mm (18.45 in.) Width 709.1 mm (27.92 in.)

  • Page 20: Environmental Characteristics

    Environmental characteristics Model S3220DGF Compliant Standards ∞ ENERGY STAR certified monitor ∞ RoHS-compliant ∞ BFR/PVC free monitor (excluding external cables) ∞ Arsenic-free glass and Mercury-free for the panel only ∞ Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time.

  • Page 21: Power Management Modes

    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 the keyboard, mouse or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning.
  • Page 22 NOTE: : Power consumption of On Mode as defined in Energy Star 8.0 version. TEC: Total energy consumption in KWh as defined in Energy Star 8.0 version. │ About your monitor...

  • Page 23: 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/...

  • Page 24: 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 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.
  • Page 25 6. Place the monitor upright. Setting up the monitor │...

  • Page 26: 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. It is recommend to route the cables through the cable-management slot before you connect them to the monitor.

  • Page 27: Organizing Cables

    3. Connect the power cables from your computer and monitor into a wall outlet. Organizing cables Use the cable-management slot to route the cables connected to your monitor. Setting up the monitor │...

  • Page 28: Removing The Stand

    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.

  • Page 29: Wall Mounting (Optional)

    Wall mounting (optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). See the documentation that shipped with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Lay the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion at the edge of the desk. 2. Remove the stand. See Removing the stand for details.

  • Page 30: Operating Your Monitor

    Operating your monitor Power on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the control buttons Use the control buttons at the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. │ Operating your monitor...

  • Page 31: Control Buttons

    Control buttons 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 adjust the Game setting mode. Game Use this button to launch the Dark Stabilizer menu. Dark Stabilizer Use this button to activate Brightness/Contrast/ Volume adjustment.

  • Page 32: Osd Controls

    OSD controls Use the buttons on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 1 2 3 4 Control Buttons Description Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu. Use the Down button to decrease values or move down in a menu.

  • Page 33: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) 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 32 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display...
  • Page 34 Icon Menu and Description Submenus Game Use Game to adjust the Game setting mode. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Standard Game Game Enhance Mode Off Brightness / Contrast Input Source FreeSync Display Response Time Fast Audio Dark Stabilizer Menu...
  • Page 35 Game Enhance Adjusts Game Enhance Mode to Off, Timer, Frame Rate or Mode Display Alignment. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Game Game Enhance Mode Off Brightness / Contrast Input Source FreeSync Timer Display Response Time Frame Rate Audio Dark Stabilizer...
  • Page 36 FPS, RTS, RPG, SPORTS mode. Reset Game Resets the game settings to the factory defaults. Brightness/ Use this menu to change the brightness or contrast levels Contrast on the monitor. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu...
  • Page 37 Input Source Use the input source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game HDMI 1 Brightness / Contrast Input Source HDMI 2 Display Auto Select Audio Reset Input Source...
  • Page 38 Display Use the display to adjust image. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Aspect Ratio Wide 16:9 Game Input Color Format Brightness / Contrast Input Source Sharpness Display Smart HDR Desktop Audio Reset Display Menu Personalize Others S3220DGF Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio to Wide 16:9, Auto Resize or 4:3.
  • Page 39 ∞ Display HDR: Smart HDR setting for display usage. ∞ Off: Turn off Smart HDR function. Reset Display Select this option to restore default display settings. Audio Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Volume Game Reset Audio Brightness / Contrast Input Source...
  • Page 40 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 32 Gaming Monitor Language English Game Transparency Brightness / Contrast...
  • Page 41 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 32 Gaming Monitor Shortcut Key 1 Preset Modes Game...
  • Page 42 Others Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Display Info DDC/CI Brightness / Contrast Input Source LCD Conditioning Off Display Firmware 33C104 Audio Service Tag G9DN4W2 Menu Reset Others Personalize Factory Reset ENERGY STAR ® Others S3220DGF Display Info Press to display the information about the display.
  • Page 43 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 32 Gaming Monitor Game Display Info DDC/CI Brightness / Contrast...

  • Page 44: Osd Warning Messages

    OSD warning messages Before the DDC/CI function is disabled, the following message is displayed: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled. Do you wish to disable DDC/CI function? S3220DGF When the monitor enters the Power Save Mode, the following message appears: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Entering Power Save Mode.
  • Page 45 When any control button is pressed at normal display state, a brief summary dialog box as shown below appears on the top right corner of the screen, showing the current setting of Preset Modes, Smart HDR, Response Time, Dark Stabilizer about the display. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Smart HDR Response Time...

  • Page 46: Setting Up Your Monitor

    • Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers. If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with internet access • Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.

  • Page 47: If You Have A Non Dell Desktop, Portable Computer, Or Graphics Card

    If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10: 1. For Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization.

  • Page 48: Using The Tilt, Swivel, And Vertical Extension

    Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension NOTE: These values are applicable to the stand that was shipped with your monitor. To set up with any other stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand. Tilt, Swivel With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.

  • Page 49: 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 32 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 1 Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes.

  • Page 50: 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 51: Common Problems

    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...
  • Page 52 ∞ 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).
  • Page 53 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. ∞...

  • Page 54: Product-Specific Problems

    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.

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Regulatory Information (SERI). FCC notices (U.S. Only) and other regulatory information For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Please follow these safety instructions for best performance, and long life for your monitor: 1.

  • Page 56: Contacting Dell

    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. │ Appendix...

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