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Dell S3222HG Monitor
User's Guide
Monitor Model: S3222HG
Regulatory Model: S3222HGc

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  • Page 1 Dell S3222HG Monitor User’s Guide Monitor Model: S3222HG Regulatory Model: S3222HGc...
  • Page 2 WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Copyright © 2021 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 Safety instructions......6 About your monitor ......7 Package contents .
  • Page 4 Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) 26 Removing the stand ....27 Wall mounting (optional) ....28 Operating your monitor .
  • Page 5 FCC notices (U.S. Only) and other regulatory information 60 Contacting Dell..... . . 60 EU product database for energy label and product information sheet .

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your monitor from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that is shipped with your monitor. Before using the monitor, read the safety information that is shipped with your monitor and also printed on the product.

  • Page 7: About Your Monitor

    About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown in the table below. If any component is missing, contact Dell. For more information, see Contacting Dell. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
  • Page 8 DisplayPort 1.2 cable (1.8 m) • Quick Setup Guide • Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Information │ About your monitor...

  • Page 9: Product Features

    Product features The Dell S3222HG monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 80.13 cm (31.5 in.) viewable area display (measured diagonally) • 1920 x 1080 resolution, with full-screen support for lower resolutions •...

  • Page 10: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Power On/Off button Press the Power On/Off button to turn the monitor on or off. (with power-status light) Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and functioning normally. Blinking white light indicates that the monitor is in Standby Mode.

  • Page 11: 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 12: 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. See Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional).
  • Page 13 HDMI 2 2.0 port Connect to your computer using a HDMI cable (purchased separately). DisplayPort 1.2 Connect to your computer using a DisplayPort cable (shipped with your monitor). Headphone out port Connect to a headphone. │ About your monitor...

  • Page 14: Monitor Specifications

    Monitor specifications Model S3222HG Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type Vertical Alignment Viewable image Diagonal 801.30 mm (31.55 in.) Horizontal, Active Area 698.40 mm (27.50 in.) Vertical, Active Area 392.85 mm (15.47 in.) Area 274366.44 mm (425.27 in. Native resolution and 1920 x 1080 at 165 Hz (HDMI 2.0)

  • Page 15: Resolution Specifications

    Bottom 23.98 mm Adjustability Height adjustable stand 100 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel Slant Adjust Dell display manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security-lock slot (cable lock optional purchase) Resolution specifications Model S3222HG Horizontal scan range...

  • Page 16: Supported Video Modes

    Supported video modes Model S3222HG Video display capabilities HDMI: 480p, 480i, 576p, 576i, 720p, 1080p, 1080i (HDMI/DisplayPort) DP: 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080p NOTE: This monitor supports AMD FreeSync™ Premium Technology. │ About your monitor...

  • Page 17: Preset Display Modes

    Preset display modes Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) IBM, 720 x 400 31.47 70.08 28.32 VESA, 640 x 480 37.50 75.00 31.50 VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 59.94 25.18 VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 60.32...
  • Page 18 Electrical specifications Model S3222HG Video input signals HDMI 2.0 (HDCP), 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair DisplayPort 1.2, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair AC input voltage/ 100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ±...

  • Page 19: Physical Characteristics

    Physical characteristics Model S3222HG Signal cable type • Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins (shipped with your monitor) • Digital: HDMI, 19 pins (purchased separately) Dimensions (with stand) Height (extended) 555.98 mm (21.89 in.) Height (compressed) 455.98 mm (17.95 in.) Width 708.76 mm (27.90 in.) Depth 237.61 mm (9.35 in.)

  • Page 20: Environmental Characteristics

    Environmental characteristics Model S3222HG Compliant Standards • RoHS-compliant • BFR/PVC free monitor (excluding external cables). • Arsenic-free glass and Mercury-free for the panel only 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) •...

  • Page 21: 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 but 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/pixelguidelines...

  • Page 22: 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 to the stand that is shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that is shipped with the stand.
  • Page 23 6. Place the monitor in an upright position. │ Setting up the monitor...

  • Page 24: 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 monitor at the same time. It is recommend to route the cables through the cable-management slot before you connect them to the monitor.

  • Page 25: Organizing Cables

    Organizing cables Use the cable-management slot to route the cables connected to your monitor. 4. Turn on the monitor. │ Setting up the monitor...

  • Page 26: Securing Your Monitor Using Kensington Lock (Optional)

    Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) You can secure the monitor using a Kensington security lock to a fixed object that could support the weight of the monitor to prevent it from falling accidentally. The security lock slot is located at the bottom of the monitor (see Security-lock slot).

  • Page 27: 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 to the stand that is shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that is shipped with the stand.

  • Page 28: Wall Mounting (Optional)

    3. Lift the stand assembly up and away from the monitor. Wall mounting (optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm) See the documentation that is shipped with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the display on a soft cloth or cushion at the edge of the desk. 2.

  • Page 29: Operating Your Monitor

    Operating your monitor Power on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the joystick control Use the joystick button on the rear of the monitor to navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu to adjust the image settings. 1.

  • Page 30: Joystick Description

    Joystick Description Joystick Description ∞ When the OSD menu is on, press the button to confirm the selection or save the settings. ∞ When the OSD menu is off, press the button to launch the OSD main menu. See Accessing the menu system.

  • Page 31: Control Buttons

    Control buttons The following table describes the control buttons: Control Buttons Description Use the Menu button at launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) and select the OSD menu. See Menu Accessing the menu system. Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu.

  • Page 32: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Accessing the menu system Icon Menu and Description Submenus Game Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Standard Game Game Enhance Mode Brightness / Contrast AMD FreeSyne Premium Input Source Display Response Time Fast Dark Stabilizer...
  • Page 33 Preset Modes In Preset Modes, you can choose Standard, FPS, MOBA/RTS, RPG, SPORTS, Game 1/Game 2/Game 3, ComfortView, Warm, Cool, or Custom Color from the list. ∞ Standard: Loads the monitor’s default color settings. This is the default preset mode. ∞...
  • Page 34 Game Enhance Adjusts Game Enhance Mode to Off, Timer, Frame Mode Rate or Display Alignment. ∞ Off: Disables the functions under Game Enhance Mode. ∞ Timer: Disables or enables the timer at the upper left corner of the display. The timer shows the time elapsed since the game starts.
  • Page 35 FPS, MOBA/RTS, SPORTS, or RPG preset mode. Reset Game Resets all settings under the Game menu to factory defaults. Brightness/ Adjusts the brightness and contrast. Contrast Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize...
  • Page 36 Input Source Selects between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast HDMI 1 Input Source HDMI 2 Display Auto Select Reset Input Source Audio Menu Personalize Others S3222HG Selects DP input when you are using the DP (DisplayPort) connector.
  • Page 37 • RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or a media player that supports RGB output. • YCbCr: Select this option if your media player supports only YCbCr output. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Aspect Ratio Game Brightness / Contrast Input Color Format...
  • Page 38 Menu Adjusts 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 20 s Timer...
  • Page 39 Resets all settings under the Personalize menu to Personalization factory defaults. Others Changes the OSD settings, such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Display Info Game DDC/CI Brightness / Contrast Input Source LCD Conditioning...
  • Page 40 Service Tag Displays the Service Tag number of the display. The Service Tag is a unique alpha numeric identifier that allows Dell to identify the product specifications and access warranty information. NOTE: The Service Tag is also printed on a label located at the back of the cover.

  • Page 41: Menu And Power Button Lock

    NOTE: The Lock menu can be accessed using this method when the Menu and Power buttons are in Unlock state. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Select option: S3222HG To access the Unlock menu, press and hold button 5 for four seconds. An Unlock menu appears at the bottom right corner of the display.
  • Page 42 There are three lock options. Menu Description Menu Buttons When Menu Buttons is selected, the OSD menu settings cannot be changed. All buttons are locked except Power button. Power Button When Power Button is selected, the display cannot be turned off using the Power button. Menu + Power When Menu + Power Buttons is selected, the OSD Buttons...

  • Page 43: Osd Warning Messages

    OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, the following message is displayed: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please 1920x1080, 165Hz change your input timing to or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications.
  • Page 44 Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No HDMI signal from your device. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up. If there is no display, press the monitor button again to select the correct input source.
  • Page 45 Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No DP Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/S3222HG S3222HG When you select OSD items of Factory Reset in Other feature, the following message will appear: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Are you sure you want to reset to default settings?

  • Page 46: Setting The Maximum Resolution

    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 computer’s Service Tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): •...

  • Page 47: Using The Tilt And Vertical Extension

    Using the tilt 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 is shipped with the stand. Tilt Extension 5° 21° NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.

  • Page 48: Ergonomics

    Ergonomics CAUTION: Improper or prolonged usage of keyboard may result in injury. CAUTION: Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye strain. For comfort and efficiency, observe the following guidelines when setting up and using your computer workstation: •...
  • Page 49 • When sitting, make sure that the weight of your legs is on your feet and not on the front portion of your seat. Adjust your chair’s height or use a footrest if necessary to maintain a proper posture. • Vary your work activities. Try to organize your work so that you do not have to sit and work for extended periods of time.

  • Page 50: Handling And Moving Your Display

    Handling and moving your display To ensure the monitor is handled safely when lifting or moving it, follow the guidelines mentioned below: • Before moving or lifting the monitor, turn off your computer and the monitor. • Disconnect all cables from the monitor. •...

  • Page 51: Maintenance Guidelines

    Maintenance guidelines Cleaning your monitor WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning or handling your monitor: •...

  • Page 52: 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 Standby Mode in 4 minutes.
  • Page 53 Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No DP Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/S3222HG S3222HG NOTE: This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable is disconnected or damaged. 4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on your computer and the monitor.

  • Page 54: Built-In Diagnostics

    2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. 3. Press and hold button 5 for four seconds to enter the OSD Lock/Unlock menu. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Select option: S3222HG │...
  • Page 55 Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Select option: S3222HG 4. Move the joystick to highlight the Diagnostic icon icon to run the built-in diagnostics. 5. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. 6. Press the joystick to change the test patterns. 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in red, green, blue, black, white and text pattern screens.

  • Page 56: 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/pixelguidelines │...
  • Page 57 Stuck-on 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/pixelguidelines Brightness •...
  • Page 58 Missing Color • Perform monitor self-test feature check. • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure. • Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. Wrong Color •...
  • Page 59 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 defaults (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 60 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.

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