Dell SE3218H User’s Guide Regulatory model: SE3218H
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Contents Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 About your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Setting up the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Attaching the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety instructions This monitor is manufactured and tested on a ground principle that a user’s safety comes first. However, improper use or installation may result in danger to the user, damage to the monitor, or both. Use the following safety guidelines to protect your monitor from potential damage and ensure your personal safety. WARNING: This monitor should be operated only with a correct power source as indicated at the label on the rear of the monitor.
About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Make sure that you have received all the components and contact Dell if something is missing.
Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand 2 3 1 1. Place the monitor face down on a flat and clean surface. 2. Align the screw holes on the monitor with the screw holes on the stand. 3. Replace the four screws that secure the monitor to the base. Tighten the screws firmly. Removing the stand 2 1 3 1. Place the monitor face down on a flat and clean surface. 2. Remove the four screws that secure the monitor to the stand. 3. Remove the stand.
Connecting Your Monitor 1. Connect the video cable Ensure both monitor and computer are turned off. Connect one end of the DVI or VGA cable (optional) to the computer, and then connect the other end to the respective port on the monitor. 2. Connect the power cord Connect the power cord to a properly-grounded AC outlet, and then to the monitor. 3. Turn on the monitor Press the power button to turn on the monitor. 4.
Parts and controls Front view 1 2 3 4 56 Back view 7 8 9 1 OSD Menu On/Off 6 Power ON/OFF 2 Scroll Down/ Decrease/ Video Mode Adjustment 7 DVI input (DVI 24 pin) 3 Scroll Up/ Increase/ Picture Mode select 8 VGA input (D-Sub 15 pin) 4 Confirm Select/ Input Select 9 Power input 5 LED Indicator 8 About your monitor
Using On Screen Display (OSD) Functions Your monitor’s settings are adjusted with the following buttons: Button Function Display main menu Exit from main menu Manual adjust mode select for D-SUB, DVI mode Select the desired item when in OSD menu When not in OSD menu, directly enters Picture Mode Select the desired item when in OSD menu When not in OSD menu, directly enters Video Mode Adjustment + Recall both Contrast and Brightness (when not in OSD menu) + Power Lock, press 10 seconds to lock, repeat p
Menu item Description AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT Adjust the Horizontal Position, Vertical Position, Phase (Fine Tune) and Clock (H. Size) of the screen. NOTE: Only available for D-SUB input. CONTRAST/ BRIGHTNESS Adjust the Contrast and Brightness of screen image. • CONTRAST Adjust the foreground white level of screen image. • BRIGHTNESS Adjust the luminance of the video. INPUT SOURCE Press INPUT SOURCE to change the input signal to D-SUB or DVI.
Menu item Description • HORIZONTAL SIZE Adjust the width of the screen image. ▲: increase the width of screen image, ▼: decrease the width of screen image. NOTE: Only available for D-SUB input. • FINE TUNE Adjust the delay time of data and clock. Press ▲ or ▼ to adjust to your preference. NOTE: Only available for D-SUB input. • SHARPNESS Adjust the clarity of a non-Full HD resolution signal with ▲ or ▼ button.
Menu item Description MENU SETTING Setup LANGUAGE SELECT, OSD POSITION, OSD TIMEOUT and OSD BACKGROUND. • LANGUAGE SELECT Allows users to choose from available languages. • OSD POSITION Press ▲ or ▼ button to select between horizontal and vertical OSD position adjustment. • OSD H. POSITION: To horizontally adjust the OSD position. ▲: move OSD to the right, ▼: move OSD to the left. • OSD V. POSITION: To vertically adjust the OSD position. ▲: move OSD up, ▼: move OSD down.
Technical specifications Monitor specifications LCD Panel 80.0 cm (31.5”) TFT (with LED back light) Power Management VESA DPMS compatible Off Mode, < 0.40 W Power Saving Mode, < 0.40 W Displayable Resolution Full HD, 1920 x 1080 max. Vertical Frequency, 60Hz max. Pixel Dimension 0.36375 x 0.36375 mm LCD Display Color 16.7M Active Display Area 698.4 x 392.
*The following resolutions are supported only with a DVI source: 480p 576p 720p 1080i 1080p 14 Technical specifications
Maintenance guidelines Care • Avoid exposing your monitor directly to sunlight or other heat source. Place your monitor away from the sun to reduce glare. • Place your monitor in a well-ventilated area. • Do not place any heavy objects on top of your monitor. • Ensure your monitor is installed in a clean and moisture-free area. • Keep your monitor away from magnets, motors, transformers, speakers, and TV sets.
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