Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface Plug and Play Capability Card Reader Specifications LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines 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.
l l Color calibration datasheet Product and Safety Information Guide Product Features The U3011 flat panel display has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include: ■ 756.23 mm (30 inches) viewable area display (measured diagonally). ■ 2560 x 1600 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
3 Shortcut Key 3 - Input Source (Default) 4 Menu 5 Exit 6 Power (with power light indicator) NOTE: 1~5 are capacitive touch sensor keys, which are activated by placing your finger on the blue LED. Back View Back view Back view with monitor stand Label Description Use 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - behind attached VESA Plate) Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm). 2 Security lock slot To help secure your monitor.
Bottom View Bottom view Label Bottom view with monitor stand Description Use 1 AC power cord connector Connect the power cable. 2 DC power connector for Dell Soundbar Connect the power cord for the soundbar (optional). 3 Audio connectors Connect the HDMI 2.0 channel or DisplayPort 2.0 channel or 5.1 channel audio output devices. Connect the front left/right channel output to the green connector. Use this connector for 2.0/2.1 channel audio connection.
Color depth 1.07 billion colors Color Gamut 117%* NTSC typical / 100% sRGB, 99% Adobe RGB *U3011 color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (117%) and CIE1931 (102%) test standards. Resolution Specifications Analog signal input Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 99 kHz Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 86 Hz Optimal preset resolution 2048 x 1280 at 60 Hz Highest preset resolution 2048 x 1280 at 60 Hz Digital signal Input (DVI dual link and DisplayPort and HDMI) Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 112.
sync(H+V) 0.3 volt, 75 ohm input impedance Synchronization input signals Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations, polarity-free TTL level, SOG (Composite SYNC on green) AC input voltage/frequency/current 100 to 240 VAC / 50 Hz/60 Hz +/- 3 Hz / 2.5 A (Max.) Inrush current 120 V: 42 A (Max.) at 0 oC 220 V: 80 A (Max.
Operating 3,657.6 m (12,000 ft) max Non-operating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) max Thermal dissipation 853.6 BTU/hour (maximum) 375.59 BTU/hour (typical) 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 keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning.
12 DDC-SDA 13 H-sync 14 V-sync 15 DDC-SCL DVI Connector NOTE: Pin 1 is at the top left. Pin Number 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 T.M.D.S. Data 2- 2 T.M.D.S. Data 2+ 3 T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield 4 T.M.D.S. Data 4- 5 NT.M.D.S. Data 4+ 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 No Connect 9 T.M.D.S. Data 1- 10 T.M.D.S. Data 1+ 11 T.M.D.S. Data 1/3 Shield 12 T.M.D.S. Data 3- 13 T.M.D.S. Data 3+ 14 +5V Power 15 Self Test 16 Hot Plug Detect 17 T.M.D.S. Data 0- 18 T.M.D.S.
5 GND 6 ML1(n) 7 ML2(p) 8 GND 9 ML2(n) 10 ML3(p) 11 GND 12 ML3(n) 13 GND 14 GND 15 AUX(p) 16 GND 17 AUX(n) 18 HPD 19 DP_PWR Return 20 +3.
Pin Number 3-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable (Cable not included) 1 Y (Luminance signal) 2 Pb (Color differential signal) 3 Pr (Color differential signal) Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface NOTE: This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface. Transfer speed Data Rate Power Consumption High speed 480 Mbps 2.5 W (Max., each port) Full speed 12 Mbps 2.5 W (Max., each port) Low speed 1.5 Mbps 2.5 W (Max.
Identification Data (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. For more information about changing the monitor settings, see Operating the Monitor. Card Reader Specifications Overview l The Flash Memory Card Reader is a USB storage device that allows users to read and write information from and into the memory card.
WARNING: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: l l l l l To clean your antistatic screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating.
Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Safety Instructions FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information Contacting Dell WARNING: Safety Instructions WARNING: 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. For information on safety instructions, see the Product Information Guide. FCC Notices (U.S.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to http://support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. 2. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source) again.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3. Select Advanced. 4. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.). 5. Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).
Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed.
5 Exit the On-Screen Display menu. Exit 6 Use the Power button to turn the monitor on and off. Power (with power light indicator) The blue LED indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. An amber LED indicates DPMS power save mode. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Accessing the Menu System NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes.
Brightness/Contrast Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Touch the Contrast button to increase brightness and touch the button to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100). Adjust Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary. Touch the button to increase contrast and touch the button to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).
HDMI Select HDMI input when you are using the HDMI connector. Touch the button to select the HDMI input source. Component Select Component input when you are using the Component connector. Touch the source. Color Settings button to select the Component input Use the Color Settings to adjust the color setting mode and color temperature.
Preset Modes You can choose Standard, Multimedia, Game, Movie, Warm, Cool, Adobe RGB, sRGB, xv Mode or Custom Color; l l l l l l l l l l Standard: Loads the color settings suitable for desktop applications. This is the default preset mode. Multimedia: Loads color settings suitable for multimedia applications, e.g. video playback. Game: Loads color settings suitable for most gaming applications. Movie: Loads color settings suitable for movies. Warm: Select warm mode to obtain a red tint.
Display Settings Use the Display Settings to adjust image. Wide Mode Adjust the image ratio as 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, Aspect or full screen. Horizontal Position Use the or to adjust image left or right. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+). Use the or to adjust image up or down. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+). Vertical Position NOTE: Horizontal Position and Vertical Position Adjustments are only available for "VGA" input. Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or softer.
NOTE: Line Out Source selection is available only when the monitor display is in PBP mode. Audio Configurations Audio offers two kind of configurations of audio channels. Use the select the desired option. or to move between 2 channels and 5.1 channels and Reset Audio Settings Reset all audio settings to the factory preset values. PBP Settings This function brings up a window displaying image from another input source. Thus you can watch two images from different sources at the same time.
PBP Mode To turn on or off Picture by Picture (PBP). PBP Source Select an input signal for Picture by Picture (PBP). (HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Component). PBP Contrast Adjust the contrast level of the picture in PBP Mode. Other 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.
LCD Conditioning Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run. You can enable this feature by selecting "Enable". Factory Reset Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values. Personalize This feature enables you to personalize the shortcut keys. NOTE: This monitor has a built-in feature to automatically calibrate the brightness to compensate for CCFL aging.
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source).
If either VGA or DVI-D or DisplayPort or HDMI or Component input is selected and both VGA and DVI-D and DisplayPort and HDMI and Component cables are not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. See Solving Problems for more information. Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the Maximum resolution for the monitor: Windows XP: 1. 2. 3. 4. Right-click on the desktop and select Properties. Select the Settings tab.
1. Attach mechanism 2. Headphone jacks 3. Power indicator 4. Power/Volume control Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension 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 setup instructions. Tilt, Swivel With this stand, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand is attached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor Setting the display resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort™ input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source)(Optimal) For maximum display performance with Microsoft® Windows® operating systems, set the display resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source) pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows XP: 1.
Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User Guide Setting the display resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source) (Optimal) Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar (optional) Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. NOTE: USB uplink cable connection enables USB ports and card reader on the monitor to work. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. 2. 3.
NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/DisplayPort cable, follow the procedure below to complete your monitor setup: 1. 2. 3. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet. Turn on the monitor and the computer. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not display an image, see Solving Problems.
CAUTION: Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar. NOTE: The Soundbar power connector (+12 V DC output) is for the optional Dell Soundbar only. Removing the Stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface. 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 setup instructions. To remove the stand: 1. 2. 3.
Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Self-Test Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. Self-Test Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly.
To run the built-in diagnostics: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. Press and hold the Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. Press the Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.
NOTE: When using DVI-D input, the positioning adjustments are not available. Horizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more lines l l l l l l Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. Perform Auto Adjust via OSD. Adjust Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD. Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these lines are also in selftest mode. Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. Run the built-in diagnostics.
High Speed USB 2.0 interface is slow. High Speed USB 2.0 peripherals working slowly or not working at all l l l l l Check that your computer is USB 2.0-capable. Some computers have both USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports. Ensure that the correct USB port is used. Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer. Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream connector). Reboot the computer.