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- Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 1
Dell 27 Curved Gaming Monitor -S2721HGF User's Guide Model: S2721HGF Regulatory model: S2721HGFt - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 2
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 . Copyright © 2020 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 3
Contents Safety instructions 5 About your monitor 6 Package contents 6 Product features 7 Identifying parts and controls 8 Front view 8 Back view 9 Bottom view 10 Monitor specifications 11 Resolution specifications 12 Preset - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 4
warning messages 45 Locking the rear-panel control buttons 47 Setting the maximum resolution 48 Troubleshooting 49 Self-test 49 Built-in diagnostics 51 Common problems 52 Product specific problems 54 Appendix 55 FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory information . . . 55 Contacting - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 5
Safety instructions WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation attempt to remove any cover or touch the inside of the monitor. For information on safety instructions, see the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information (SERI). Safety - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 6
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 Contact Dell. NOTE: Some components may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features may not be available in certain - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 7
Product features The Dell S2721HGF monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 68.47 cm (27 in.) viewable area (Measured diagonally) 1920 x 1080 (16:9) resolution, plus full-screen support for lower - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 8
Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description 1 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) 1 Use To turn the monitor on or off. 8 | About your monitor - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 9
Refer to this label if you need to contact 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. 7 Cable-management slot Use - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 10
Bottom view 1 22 3 4 5 6 7 Label Description Use 1 Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). 2 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security cable lock (sold separately). 3 Stand lock Lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw (screw not included). - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 11
be encountered due to overdriving for fast speed and responsiveness. Use Super Fast/Fast mode for optimal front of screen experience and game play. 16.7 million colors 72% NTSC, CIE 1931, and 83% NTSC, CIE 1976 • 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 port • 2 x HDMI 1.4 port • 1 x Audio headphone port (3.5 mm jack - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 12
Top 7.70 mm Left/Right 7.70 mm Bottom Adjustability Height adjustable stand Tilt 20.80 mm 100 mm -5° to 21° Cable management Yes Dell Display Manager (DDM) Easy Arrange Compatibility and other key features Security Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) * At panel native only - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 13
Preset display modes Display Mode VGA 720 x 400 VGA 640 x 480 VESA 640 x 480 VESA 800 x 600 VESA 800 x 600 VESA 1024 x 768 VESA 1024 x 768 MAC 1152 x 864 CVT 1280 x 800 VESA 1280 x 1024 VESA 1280 x 1024 VESA 1366 x 768 VEST 1680 x 1050 CVT 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 Horizontal Vertical - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 14
) Weight of stand assembly • Digital video signal for each differential line Per differential line at 100 ohm impedance • DisplayPort /HDMI signal input support 100-240 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 1.5 A (maximum) 120 V: 30 A (Max.) 240 V: 60 A (Max.) • One DisplayPort • Two HDMI 1.4 ports • One - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 15
Environmental characteristics 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 -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Humidity Operating 10 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 16
, the following message is displayed: Dell 27 Gaming Monitor No DP signal from your device. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse or wake it up. If there is no display, press the monitor button again to select the correct input source. S2721HGF - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 17
Pin assignments DisplayPort Pin 20-pin side of the connected Pin 20-pin side of the connected number signal cable number signal cable 1 ML3(n) 11 GND 2 GND 12 ML0(p) 3 ML3(p) 13 CONFIG1 4 ML2(n) 14 CONFIG2 5 GND 15 AUX CH (p) 6 ML2(p) 16 GND 7 ML1(n) 17 AUX CH (n) 8 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 18
HDMI port Pin number 19-pin side of the connected signal cable 1 TMDS DATA 2+ 2 TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD 3 TMDS DATA 2- 4 TMDS DATA 1+ 5 TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD 6 TMDS DATA 1- 7 TMDS DATA 0+ 8 TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD 9 TMDS DATA 0- 10 TMDS CLOCK+ Pin number 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19-pin - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 19
unchanging state which are hard to see and do not affect the display quality or usability. For more information on LCD Monitor Pixel Policy, see Dell support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. About your monitor | 19 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 20
the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen. • Use a chair that provides good lower-back support. • Keep your forearms horizontal with your wrists in a neutral, comfortable position while using the keyboard or mouse. • Always leave space to rest - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 21
• Keep the area under your desk clear of obstructions and cables or power cords that may interfere with comfortable seating or present a potential trip hazard. monitor screen at or below eye level wrists relaxed and at monitor and keyboard positioned directly in front of the user feet at on the - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 22
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. • Place the monitor in the original box - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 23
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 these instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: • To clean your anti-static - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 24
for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand. To attach the monitor stand: 1. Align and place the stand riser on the stand base. 2. Open the screw handle - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 25
4. Open the protective cover on the monitor to access the VESA slot on the monitor. 5. Slide the tabs on the stand riser into the slots on the display back cover and press down the stand assembly to snap it into place. b a Setting up the monitor | 25 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 26
6. Hold the stand riser and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat surface. NOTE: Hold the stand riser firmly when lifting the monitor to avoid any accidental damage. 7. Lift the protective cover from the monitor. 26 | Setting up the monitor - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 27
for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand. With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. 5° 100 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 28
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. 2. Connect the DisplayPort/HDMI cable from your monitor to the computer. 3. Turn on your - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 29
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. Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) The security lock slot is located at the bottom of the monitor. (See - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 30
for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand. To remove the stand: 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion. 2. Press and hold the stand-release button - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 31
four screws securing the plastio cover. 4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor. 5. Mount the monitor on the wall as instructed in the documentation that shipped with the wall-mounting kit. NOTE: For use only with UL or CSA or GS-listed wall mount bracket with - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 32
Operating the monitor Turning on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the joystick control Use the joystick control on the rear of the monitor to make OSD adjustments. 1. Press the joystick button to launch the OSD main menu. 2. Move the joystick up/down/left/right to toggle - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 33
• For 2-way (right and left) directional navigation. • Move right to enter the submenu. • Move left to exit from the submenu. • Increases (right) or decreases (left) the parameters of selected menu item. • For 2-way (up and down) directional navigation. • Toggles between the menu items. • Increases - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 34
: Brightness/Contrast When you press any of these buttons, the OSD Status Bar appears to let you know the current settings of some OSD functions. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Standard AMD FreeSync On Response Time Fast Dark Stabilizer 0 S2721HGF 34 | Operating the monitor - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 35
color modes. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others Preset Modes Game Enhance Mode AMD FreeSync Premium Response Time Dark Stabilizer Hue Saturation Reset Game Standard FPS MOBA/RTS RPG SPORTS Game 1 Game 2 Game 3 S2721HGF • Standard - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 36
screen appears cooler with a blue tint. • Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Move the joystick to adjust the Gain, Offset, left corner of the display. The timer shows the time elapsed since the game starts. Select an option from the time-interval list to keep you aware - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 37
Icon Menu and Submenus Description 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 This feature can shift the color of - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 38
Contrast Input Source Description Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others 75 % 75 % S2721HGF Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight (minimum 0; maximum 100). Move the - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 39
the selection. Resets your monitor's Input Source settings to the factory defaults. Use the Display menu to adjust image. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others Aspect Ratio Input Color Format Sharpness Reset Display Wide 16:9 RGB 50 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 40
this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Volume 50 Brightness/Contrast Reset Audio Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others Volume Reset Audio S2721HGF - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 41
on screen, and so on. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others Language Transparency Timer Reset Menu English 20 20s Language Transparency Timer Reset Menu S2721HGF - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 42
Personalize Description Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others Shortcut Key 1 Shortcut Key 2 Shortcut Key 3 Power Button LED Reset Personalization Preset Modes Dark Stabilizer Brightness/Contrast On in On Mode S2721HGF Shortcut key - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 43
, LCD conditioning, and so on. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness/Contrast Input Source Display Audio Menu Personalize Others Display Info DDC/CI LCD Conditioning Firmware Service Tag Reset Others Factory Reset On O M2T101 ABCDEFG Display Info DDC/CI S2721HGF Displays the monitor's current - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 44
On to start the process. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Game Display Info Brightness/Contrast DDC/CI Input Source LCD Conditioning On Display Firmware O Audio Service Tag Menu Reset Others Personalize Factory Reset Others S2721HGF Firmware Service Tag Reset Others Factory Reset Displays - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 45
mode, you can see the following message: Dell 27 Gaming Monitor The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 1920x1080, 144Hz or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications. S2721HGF This means that the monitor cannot - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 46
The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/S2721HGF or Dell 27 Gaming Monitor S2721HGF No HDMI 1 Cable 1 The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/S2721HGF or Dell 27 Gaming Monitor S2721HGF No HDMI 2 Cable 2 The display will go into - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 47
select OSD items of Factory Reset in Other feature, the following message will appear: Dell 27 Gaming Monitor Are you sure you want to reset to default settings? Yes No See Troubleshooting for more information. S2721HGF Locking the rear-panel control buttons You can lock the rear-panel control - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 48
may need to update your graphics driver. Depending 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 Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 49
. Dell 27 Gaming Monitor No DP Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/S2721HGF or Dell 27 Gaming Monitor S2721HGF No HDMI 1 Cable 1 The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/S2721HGF or S2721HGF Troubleshooting | 49 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 50
Dell 27 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 2 Cable 2 The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/S2721HGF S2721HGF 4. This box also appears during normal system operation if the video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly. 50 | Troubleshooting - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 51
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. 1 2 3 4 5 To run the built is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer. Troubleshooting | 51 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 52
Brightness Problems Safety Related Issues Intermittent Problems What Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Picture too dim • Reset the monitor to factory settings. or too bright • Adjust brightness and contrast controls via OSD. Visible signs of • Do not perform any troubleshooting - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 53
on image displayed more information, see Power management the monitor for appears on the modes). a long period of screen • Alternatively, use a dynamically changing time screensaver. Troubleshooting | 53 - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 54
Product specific problems Problem What you experience Screen image is Image is too small centered on screen, but does not fill entire viewing to different video formats (aspect ratio) of DVDs, the monitor may display in full screen. • Run the built-in diagnostics. 54 | Troubleshooting - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 55
may not be available in your area. To get online monitor support content: See www.dell.com/support/monitors. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Go to www.dell.com/support. 2. Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu - Dell Gaming S2721HGF | S2721HGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 56
Outline Dimension S2721HGF Outline Dimension Unit :mm(inch) Dimention :Nominal Drawing :Not to scale 19,7 [0,77] 386 [15,2] 96,3 [3,79] 100 [3,94] 122 [4,8] Projected: 7,7 [0,30] 608,4 [23,95]
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Model: S2721HGF
Regulatory model: S2721HGFt
Dell 27 Curved Gaming Monitor
-S2721HGF
User’s Guide