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- Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 1
Alienware AW2518HF Monitor User's Guide Model: AW2518HF Regulatory model: AW2518HFb - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 2
information that helps you make better use of your computer. 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. Copyright © 2017-2019 Dell Inc. All rights - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 3
View 8 Back View 9 Rear and Bottom View 10 Monitor Specifications 11 Flat Panel Specifications 11 Resolution Specifications 12 Supported Video Modes 12 Preset Display Modes 13 Electrical Specifications 14 Physical Characteristics 14 Environmental Characteristics 15 Power Management Modes - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 4
Monitor 49 Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System . .51 Troubleshooting 52 Self-Test 52 Built-in Diagnostics 53 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 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 5
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. Monitor Stand Riser Stand Base About Your Monitor | 5 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 6
Magnetic Cover Cable Cover Power Cable (Varies by Country) HDMI Cable USB 3.0 Upstream Cable (Enables the USB Ports on the Monitor) • Quick Setup Guide • Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information 6 | About Your Monitor - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 7
features include: • 62.23 cm (24.5 inch) viewable area (measured diagonally). Resolution: Up to 1920 x 1080 through DisplayPort and HDMI, with fullscreen support or lower resolutions. • AMD FreeSync monitor, with a extremely high refresh rate of 240 Hz and a rapid response time of 1 ms. • Color - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 8
Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Label Description 1 Cable-management slot (on the front side of the stand) 2 Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor) 3 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) 8 | About Your Monitor - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 9
Stand release button Releases stand from the monitor. 4 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 5 Cable-management slots Use to organize cables by placing (on the left and right sides of them through the slots. the stand) About Your - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 10
cable (shipped with your monitor). Connect your computer with HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor). Connect your speakers. NOTE: This port does not support headphones. Connect your computer with DP cable. Connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to this port and your computer to enable - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 11
edgelight system 1 ms gray-to-gray 16.7 million colors 72%* (CIE1931) • USB 3.0 super-speed hub (with 1 x USB 3.0 upstream port) • 4 x USB 3.0 downstream port (including 1 port which supports power-charging) About Your Monitor | 11 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 12
(typical) is based on CIE1976 (82%) and CIE1931 (72%) test standards. Resolution Specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum preset resolution Supported Video Modes AW2518HF 249.1 kHz to 263 kHz (automatic) 30 Hz to 240 Hz (automatic) 1920 x 1080 at 240 Hz Model Video - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 13
) 60 60 60 60 120 144 240 Pixel Clock (MHz) 25.2 40 65 148.5 Sync Polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical 285.5 +/- 346.5 +/- 594.27 +/- NOTE: This monitor supports AMD FreeSync. About Your Monitor | 13 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 14
Electrical Specifications Model Video input signals Synchronization input signals AC input voltage/frequency/ current Inrush current AW2518HF • HDMI 2.0, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair • DisplayPort 1.2, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 15
Height (extended) 426.7 mm (16.8 inches) Height (compressed) 418.4 mm (16.5 inches) Width 465.7 mm (18.33 inches) Depth 268.6 mm (10.57 inches) Weight Weight with packaging 11.13 kg (24.52 lb) Weight with stand assembly and cables 6.88 kg (15.15 lb) Weight without stand assembly 3.38 kg - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 16
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 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 17
The OSD functions only in the normal operation mode. When any button is pressed in the Active-off mode, the following message will be displayed: NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal. Pin Assignments DisplayPort Connector Pin Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 18
14 GND 15 AUX (p) 16 GND 17 AUX (n) 18 Hot Plug Detect 19 Re-PWR 20 +3.3 V DP_PWR HDMI Connector Pin Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS DATA 2TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD TMDS DATA - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 19
Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 20
+ GND SSTXSSTX+ USB Ports • 1 upstream - rear • 2 downstream - rear • 2 downstream - bottom • Power Charging Port- the port with battery icon; supports fast current charging capability if the device is BC1.2 compatible. NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0-capable computer. NOTE - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 21
For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: http:// www.dell.com/support/monitors. Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning Your Monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety Instructions before cleaning the monitor. WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 22
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. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion. 2. Align and place the stand riser on the stand - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 23
3. Open the screw handle, and rotate the screw clockwise to secure the stand riser to the stand base. 4. After tightening the screw, close the screw handle. 5. Align and place the magnetic screw cover to the stand base. 6. Slide the tabs on the stand assembly into the slots on the monitor until it - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 24
will be organized after the cable cover is attached. WARNING: Do not plug-in or turn-on the power to the monitor until you are instructed to do so. 8. Ensure the tabs on the cable cover are aligned with the slot 1 and slot 2 at the rear of the monitor. 9. Ensure the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 25
pass through the bottom of the cable cover. Connecting the Computer 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. NOTE: See also Attaching the Stand. To connect your monitor to the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 26
not display an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems. NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only any other stand is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for the set-up instructions. To remove the stand: 1. Turn off the monitor. 2. Unplug - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 27
5. Unplug the cables from the monitor. 6. Press and hold the stand release button. 7. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor. 28 | Setting Up the Monitor - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 28
the plastic cover. 4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor. 5. Mount the monitor on the wall by following the instructions that comes with the wall mounting kit. NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall mount bracket with minimum weight/load bearing capacity of 13. - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 29
Operating the Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the Power button to turn on the monitor. Using the Front-Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust settings. The following table describes the front-panel buttons: Front-Panel Button Description 1 Use this - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 30
4 Use this button to directly access the Brightness/Contrast menu. Shortcut key/ Brightness/ Contrast 5 Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD). See Accessing the Menu System. Menu 6 Use this button to exit the OSD main menu. Exit Front-Panel Button Use the buttons on - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 31
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 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 32
Icon Menu and Submenus Description Game Use this menu to personalize your visual gameplay experience. Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes. • Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode. • FPS: Loads color settings ideal - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 33
appears warmer with a red/yellow tint. • Cool: Decreases the color temperature. The screen appears cooler with a blue tint. • Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the and buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. 34 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 34
Game Enhance The feature offers three available functions to enhance your Mode gameplay experience. • Off Select to disable the functions under Game Enhance Mode. • Timer Allows you to disable or enable the timer at the upper left corner of the display. The timer shows the time elapsed since the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 35
Dark Stabilizer The feature improves the visibility in the dark gaming scenarios. The higher the value (between 0 to 3), the better visibility in dark area of the display image. Hue Saturation Reset Game This feature can shift the color of the video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 36
Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Contrast Brightness Contrast Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Press the button to increase the brightness and press the button to decrease the brightness (min. 0 / max. 100). Adjust the Brightness first, and - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 37
Input Source Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. DP HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Auto Select Reset Input Source Select the DP input when you are using the DP connector. Select the HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input when you are using the HDMI - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 38
option if your monitor is connected to a computer (or DVD player) using the DP or HDMI cable. YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use or to adjust the sharpness level from 0 to 100. Allows you - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 39
Audio Volume Reset Audio Allows you to set the volume level of headphone output. Use or to adjust the volume level from 0 to 100. Select this option to restore default audio settings. 40 | Operating the Monitor - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - 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. Language Transparency Timer Set the OSD display to one of the eight languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 41
Personalize Shortcut Key 1 Allows you to choose a feature from Preset Modes, Game Shortcut Key 2 Enhance Mode, Dark Stabilizer, Brightness/Contrast, Input Source, Aspect Ratio, or Volume and set it as a shortcut key. Shortcut Key 3 Shortcut Key 4 Power Button Allows you to set the power LED - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 42
Others Display Info DDC/CI Displays the monitor's current settings. DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows your monitor parameters (brightness, color balance, and etc.) to be adjustable via the software on your computer. You can disable this feature by selecting Off. Enable this - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 43
LCD Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on Conditioning the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run. You can enable this feature by selecting On. Reset Others Reset all settings under the Others menu to the factory preset values. Factory Reset Reset - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 44
Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: FPS, RTS, RPG, Game 1, Game 2, or Game 3), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you will see the following message: NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 45
cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal. See Troubleshooting for more information. 46 | Operating the Monitor - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 46
on your computer, complete one of the following procedures: If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer: • Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop): • Go to the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 47
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 set-up instructions. Tilt, Swivel With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 48
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 up to avoid hitting the - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 49
Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver that is not included with this monitor. To download the graphics driver, go to www.dell.com/support and see the Download section for Video Drivers for latest driver updates. 50 | Operating the Monitor - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 50
then set the preferred rotation. NOTE: If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working correctly, go to www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver for your graphics card. Operating the Monitor | 51 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 51
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 , check your video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly. 52 | Troubleshooting - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 52
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 the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer. Troubleshooting | 53 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 53
common monitor problems you support/monitors. 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: http:/ /www.dell.com/support/monitors. 54 | Troubleshooting - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 54
Restart the computer in the safe mode. Safety Related Visible signs of • Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. Issues smoke or sparks • Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Problems Monitor • Ensure that the video cable connecting the malfunctions on monitor to the computer is connected - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 55
information, see Power Management Modes). Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver. Product Specific Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Screen image is too small Image is • centered on may display in full screen. Run the built-in diagnostics. 56 | Troubleshooting - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 56
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems Specific Symptoms USB interface is not working Super Speed USB 3.0 interface is slow Wireless USB peripherals stop working when a USB-extender cable to position the wireless USB receiver as far away as possible from the USB 3.0 port. Troubleshooting | 57 - Dell Alienware 25 Gaming AW2518HF | Alienware AW2518HF Monitor Users Guide - Page 57
hazards, and/or mechanical hazards. For information on safety instructions, see the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information (SERI). several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your
Alienware AW2518HF Monitor
User’s Guide
Model: AW2518HF
Regulatory model: AW2518HFb