User‘s Guide Dell P1914S Model No.
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your monitor. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. © 2013 - 2016 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc.
Contents Dell Display Manager User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using the Quick Settings Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Setting Basic Display Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Assigning Preset Modes to Applications . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Applying Energy-Conservation Features . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Up the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Attaching the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Connecting Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Connecting the blue VGA Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Connecting the white DVI Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Connecting the black DisplayPort cable . . . . . . . . . . .
Common Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Product-Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems . . . . . . . . 57 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dell Display Manager User's Guide Overview Dell Display Manager is a Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed image, assignment of automatic settings, energy management, image rotation and other features on select Dell models. Once installed, Dell Display Manager will run each time the system starts and will place its icon in the notification tray.
The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell Display Manager’s advanced user interface which is used to adjust Basic functions, configure Auto Mode and access other features. Setting Basic Display Functions A Preset Mode for the selected monitor can be manually applied using the menu on the Basic tab. Alternatively, Auto Mode can be enabled. Auto Mode causes your preferred Preset Mode to be applied automatically when specific applications are active.
Dell Display Manager is pre-configured for many popular applications. To add a new application to the assignment list, simply drag the application from the desktop, Windows Start Menu or elsewhere, and drop it onto the current list. NOTE: Preset Mode assignments targeting batch files, scripts, and loaders, as well as non-executable files such as zip archives or packed files, are not supported and will be ineffective.
Applying Energy-Conservation Features On supported Dell models, the PowerNap tab will be available to provide energy conservation options. When the screensaver activates, the monitor’s Brightness can automatically be set to minimum level or the monitor can be put to sleep in order to save additional power.
About Your Monitor Package Contents Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell if anything 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. NOTE: To set up with any other stand, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions. NOTE: P1914S monitor is BFR/PVC-free (Halogen-free) excluding external cables.
• DisplayPort (DP) Cable • USB upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) • Drivers and Documentation Media • Quick Setup Guide • Product and Safety Information Guide Product Features The Dell P1914S flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display. The monitor’s features include: • P1914S: 48.00cm (19.0 inches) diagonal viewable image size, 1280 x 1024 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Front panel controls 1.
Label Description Use 1 VESA mounting holes (100 mm) To mount the monitor. 2 Regulatory rating label Lists the regulatory approvals. 3 Security lock slot Use a security lock to secure your monitor. (security lock not included). 4 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 5 Stand release button Release stand from monitor. 6 USB downstream port Connect your USB device.
Bottom View Label Description Use 1 AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable. 2 DisplayPort connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a DisplayPort cable. 3 Stand lock feature To lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). 4 DVI connector 5 VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a DVI cable. To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable.
Power Management Modes If you have VESA’s DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor automatically reduces 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.
Pin Assignments 15-pin D-Sub connector Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable 1 Video-Red 2 Video-Green 3 Video-Blue 4 GND 5 Self-test 6 GND-R 7 GND-G 8 GND-B 9 DDC +5 V 10 GND-sync 11 GND 12 DDC data 13 H-sync 14 V-sync 15 DDC clock 16 About Your Monitor
DVI Connector Pin Number 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 TMDS RX2- 2 TMDS RX2+ 3 TMDS Ground 4 Floating 5 Floating 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 Floating 9 TMDS RX1- 10 TMDS RX1+ 11 TMDS Ground 12 Floating 13 Floating 14 +5 V power 15 Self test 16 Hot Plug Detect 17 TMDS RX0- 18 TMDS RX0+ 19 TMDS Ground 20 Floating 21 Floating 22 TMDS Ground 23 TMDS Clock+ 24 TMDS Clock- About Your Monitor 17
DisplayPort connector Pin Number 20-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable 1 ML0(p) 2 GND 3 ML0(n) 4 ML1(p) 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.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the monitor. NOTE: This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface. Transfer Speed Data Rate High speed 480 Mbps Full speed 12 Mbps Low speed 1.
2 DMD 3 DPD 4 GND USB Ports • 1 upstream - back • 4 downstream - back NOTE: USB 2.0 functionality requires a USB 2.0-capable computer. NOTE: The monitor’s USB interface works only when the monitor is On or in the power-save mode. If you turn Off the monitor and then turn it On, the attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality. Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system.
Flat-Panel Specifications Model number Dell P1914S monitor Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel Type In Plane Switching Type Viewable image dimensions: Diagonal 480.0 mm (19.0 inches) Horizontal 374.8 mm (14.76 inches) Vertical 299.8 mm (11.80 inches) Pixel pitch 0.
Resolution Specifications Model number Dell P1914S monitor Scan range • Horizontal 30 kHz to 81 kHz (automatic) • Vertical Maximum preset resolution 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz Electrical Specifications Model number Dell P1914S monitor Video input signals • Analog RGB: 0.
Preset Display Modes The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and centering: Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical) VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.0 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 40.0 +/+ VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+ VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/- VESA, 1024 x 768 60.0 75.
Depth 46.5 mm (1.83 inches) Stand dimensions: Height (extended) 399.7 mm (15.74 inches) Height (compressed) 354.2 mm (13.94 inches) Width 225.0 mm (8.86 inches) Depth 180.0 mm (7.09 inches) Weight: Weight with packaging 6.57 kg (14.45 lb) Weight with stand assembly and cables 5.12 kg (11.26 lb) Weight without stand assembly (For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables) Weight of stand assembly 2.76 kg (6.07 lb) 1.87 kg (4.
LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visible result is a fixed pixel that appears as an extremely tiny dark or bright discolored spot. When the pixel remains permanently lit, it is known as a “bright dot.” When the pixel remains black, it is known as a “dark dot.” In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do not detract from display quality or usability.
Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Monitor NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 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 the set up instructions. 3 2 To attach the monitor stand: 1. Remove the cover and place the monitor on it. 2. Fit the two tabs on the upper part of the stand to the groove on the back of the monitor. 3. Press the stand till it snaps into place.
Connecting Your Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect either the white (digital DVI-D) or the blue (analog VGA) or the black (DisplayPort) display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer. Do not use the three cables at the same time.
Connecting the black DisplayPort cable Note: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance on the computer may vary. Connecting USB cable After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/DP cable, follow the procedures below to connect the USB cable to the computer and complete your monitor setup: 1. Connect the upstream USB port (cable supplied) to an appropriate USB port on your computer. (See bottom view for details.) 2.
Organizing Your Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above. Attaching the Cable Cover NOTE: The Cable Cover is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. To attach the Cable Cover: 1. Fit the two tabs on the bottom part of the Cable Cover to the groove on the back of the monitor 2. Press the Cable Cover till it snaps into place.
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, 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 the set-up instructions. 3 2 To remove the stand: 1. Place the monitor on a flat surface. 2. Press and hold the stand release button. 3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.
Wall Mounting (Optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible base mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table. 2. Remove the stand. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. 4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD. 5. Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the base mounting kit.
Operating the Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the Front-Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Front-Panel Keys A Preset modes B C Description Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of preset color modes. See Using the OSD Menu. Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access Brightness /Contrast to the "Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu. Use the Menu key to open the on-screen display (OSD).
Front-Panel Keys Front-Panel Keys Description Up Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. A B C Use the OK key to confirm your selection. OK D Use the Back key to go back to the previous menu.
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. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1. Press the button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu. Main Menu 2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu.
The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their functions. Icon Menu and Submenus Energy Use Description This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. Brightness/ Contrast Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the Brightness/Contrast. Brightness Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the backlight. Contrast Press the key to increase brightness and press the key to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100).
Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Auto Adjustment 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) and Phase (Fine) controls under Display Settings.
Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Auto Select VGA DVI-D DisplayPort Color Settings Input Color Format Select Auto Select to scan for available input signals. Select VGA input when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Push to select the VGA input source. Select DVI-D input when you are using the Digital (DVI) connector. Push to select the DVI input source.
Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes. tandard: Loads the monitor's default color S settings. This is the default preset mode. • Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. • Movie: Loads color settings ideal for movies. • Game: Loads color settings ideal for most gaming applications. • Text: Loads color settings ideal for office environment. • Warm: Increases the color temperature. The screen appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.
Saturation This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image. Use or to adjust the saturation from ‘0’ to ‘100’. Press to increase the monochrome appearance of the video image.Press to increase the colorful appearance of the video image. Image Enhance Reset Color Settings Display Settings Horizontal Position Vertical Position Sharpness Pixel Clock Phase NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only when you select Movie or Game preset mode.
Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast adjusts the contrast ratio to 2M to 1. Press the “Off” . button to select the Dynamic Contrast “On” or NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provides higher contrast if you select Game or Movie preset mode. Reset Display Select this option to restore default display settings. Settings Energy Settings Energy Smart To turn On or Off dynamic dimming.
Menu 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. Language Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese. Rotates the OSD by 90 degrees counter-clockwise. You can adjust the menu according to your Display Rotation.
Other Settings DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows a software on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings like the brightness, color balance etc. Enable (Default): Optimizes the performance of your monitor and provides a better customer experience. Disable: Disables the DDC/CI option and the following message appears on the screen.
LCD Conditioning This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention. If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor, select LCD Conditioning to help eliminate any image retention. Using the LCD Conditioning feature may take some time. LCD Conditioning feature cannot remove severe cases of image retention or burn-in. NOTE: Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a problem with image retention. The below warning message appears once user selects “Enable" LCD Conditioning.
OSD Messages 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. When the Energy Smart or Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled.
You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled. When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears: Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
If VGA or DVI or DP cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. The monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state. See Solving Problems for more information.
Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the Maximum resolution for the monitor: 1. For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3. Click the dropdown list of the screen resolution and select 1280 x 1024. 4. Click OK. In Windows 10: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Display settings. 2. Click Advanced display settings. 3. Click the dropdown list of Resolution and select 1280 x 1024. 4. Click Apply.
Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Tilt, Swivel With the stand assembly, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
Vertical Extension NOTE: The stand extends vertically up to 130 mm. The figure below illustrates how to extend the stand vertically.
Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended (Vertical Extension) and fully tilted (Tilt) up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor. NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view) with your Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver that is not included with this monitor. To download the graphics driver, go to www.dell.
Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete thewhether procedure below to adjust the Rotation Display Settings of your 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 the‘contents’ on your display. To adjust the Rotation Display Settings: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2.
Troubleshooting 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. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor screen remains dark, run the monitor self-test by performing the following steps: 1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
Built-in Diagnostics Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing 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. To run the built-in diagnostics: 1. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen). 2.
Common Problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions. Common Symptoms What You Experience No Video/Power LED off No Video/Power LED on Poor Focus Shaky/Jittery Video Missing Pixels No picture Possible Solutions • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure. • Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment.
Stuck-on Pixels Brightness Problems Geometric Distortion Horizontal/Vertical Lines Synchronization Problems LCD screen has bright • Cycle power on-off. • Pixel that is permanently off is a spots 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. Picture too dim or too • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings. bright • Auto Adjust via OSD. • Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Safety-Related Issues Intermittent Problems Missing Color Wrong Color Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time Visible signs of smoke • Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. or sparks • Contact Dell immediately. Monitor malfunctions • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to on & off the computer is connected properly and is secure. • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
No Input Signal when user controls are pressed The picture does not fill the entire screen • Check the signal source. Ensure No picture, the LED the computer is not in the light is white. When power saving mode by moving you press “up”, “down” the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard. or “Menu” key, the • Check whether the signal cable message “ No input is plugged in properly. Re-plug signal” will appear. the signal cable if necessary. • Reset the computer or video player.
Appendix 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. Only) and Other Regulatory Information For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.com\regulatory_compliance.
Setting Up Your Monitor Setting the display resolution to 1280 x 1024 (Maximum) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1280 x 1024 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: 1. For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3.
If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access 1. Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics 2. After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1280 x 1024 again. NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 1280 x 1024, please contact Dell to inquire about a graphics adapter that supports these resolutions.
