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    User's Guide Dell S2218H/S2318H/S2318HX Model No.: S2218H/S2318H/S2318HX Regulatory model: S2218Hc/S2318Hc
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    CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines
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    Quality and Pixel Policy 11 Maintenance Guidelines 11 Setting Up the Monitor 12 Connecting the Stand 12 Connecting Your Monitor 13 Organizing Cables 14 Removing the Monitor Stand 15 Operating Your Monitor 16 Power On the Monitor 16 Using the Front Panel Controls 16 Using the On-Screen
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    Using the Tilt 32 Troubleshooting 33 Self-Test...33 Built-in diagnostics 33 Common Problems 35 Product-Specific Problems 38 Appendix...39 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information...........39 Contact Dell 39 Setting Up Your Monitor 40 Monitor Specifications 42 4 | Contents
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    and Contact Dell if something 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. ∞∞ Monitor
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    (LCD), In-plane Switching panel and LED backlight. The monitor features include: ∞∞ S2218H: 54.61 cm (21.5 inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ∞∞ S2318H/S2318HX: 58.42 cm (23 inch) viewable area display (measured
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    ∞∞ High Dynamic Contrast Ratio (8,000,000:1). ∞∞ 0.3 W standby power when in the sleep mode. ∞∞ Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time. ∞∞ Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen and ComfortView feature which minimizes blue light emission. About Your
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    Identifying Parts and Controls Front View 1 2 Front panel controls Label Description 1 Function buttons (For more information, see Operating your Monitor) 2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) NOTE: For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of the display as
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    to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. The Dell service tag is used for Dell warranty and customer service management purposes and for records of the base system. Lists the regulatory approvals. Releases stand from monitor. Uses to organize cables by placing them through
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    audio cable (Optional Purchase) from the source device to the monitor. 4 HDMI port To connect your computer to the monitor using an HDMI cable. 5 VGA port To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable. *Headphone usage is not supported for the audio line out port. 10 | About Your
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    on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/support/monitors. Maintenance Guidelines Cleaning Your Monitor WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety Instructions before
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    Connecting the Stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following steps is applicable for a monitor with a stand. 1 2 1 To attach the monitor stand: 1. Fit the stand riser and stand base together, and then turn the screw in the stand base. 2. Fit
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    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. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn Off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect the VGA/HDMI/audio cable
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    Connecting the audio cable(Optional Purchase) Organizing Cables After you connect all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, organize all cables as shown above. NOTE: After the cables are connected, they will have to be disconnected again to route them through
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    is placed on a soft and clean surface. NOTE: The following steps is applicable for a monitor with a stand. 2 2 3 To remove the stand: 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion. 2. Use a long and thin screwdriver to push the release latch. 3. Once the latch is released, remove the base away
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    Operating Your Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn On the monitor. Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. 1 2 3 4 23 4 5 1 23 4 5 Control buttons The following table describes the front panel
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    the main menu or exit the OSD main menu. Exit 2&3 Use the Power button to turn the monitor On and Off. Power On/Off button (with LED indicator) Solid white light indicates the monitor is On and fully functional. Blinking white light indicates the power save mode. OSD controls Use the buttons
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    2 Use the Down button to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down 3 Use the OK button to confirm your selection. OK 4 Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu. Back 18 | Operating Your Monitor
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    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 display the OSD main menu. Main Menu for analog (VGA) input Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy
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    this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input to decrease the brightness (min. 0 / max. 100). NOTE: Manual adjustment of Brightness is disabled when Dynamic Contrast is switched on. Adjust on the monitor screen. 20 | Operating Your
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    the analog (VGA) connector. Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Energy Use VGA HDMI Auto Select On Reset
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    Color from the list. ∞∞ Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset a blue tint. ∞∞ Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the and buttons to adjust create your own preset color mode. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto
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    the video input mode to: ∞∞ RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the HDMI cable. ∞∞ YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy
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    Display Use the Display to adjust image. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input from '0' to '100'. Pixel Clock The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your monitor to your preference. Use or buttons to Phase adjust for best image quality. Minimum is '0' (-).
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    Audio Dell S2318H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Energy Use During Active or Off During Active to save energy. Select this option to restore default Energy settings. Operating Your Monitor | 25
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    the languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu remains on screen and so on. Dell S2318H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Energy Use Language all OSD settings to the factory preset values. 26 | Operating Your Monitor
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    Modes or Brightness/ Contrast and set it as a shortcut key. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio to restore shortcut key to the default setting. Personalization Others Dell S2318H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio
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    computer. You can disable this feature by selecting Disable. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. Dell S2X18H/HX Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Audio Energy Menu Personalize Others Energy Use DDC/CI LCD Conditioning
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    preset modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. Dell S2X18H/HX To allow manual adjustment of brightness, the Energy Smart/Dynamic Contrast will be switched off. Do you want to continue? No Yes When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, the following
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    left at this state. Dell S2X18H/HX ? No VGA Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/monitors or Dell S2X18H/HX ? No HDMI Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/monitors See Troubleshooting for more information. 30
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    the Maximum Resolution To set the maximum resolution for the monitor: In Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 of the following procedures: If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer: ∞∞ Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your
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    Using the Tilt 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. Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended and fully tilted up to
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    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 if your monitor is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the monitor
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    of the screen). 2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. 3. Press and hold Button 1 for 5 seconds the built-in diagnostic tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer. 34 | Troubleshooting
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    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. Brightness Problems Picture too dim ∞∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings(Factory Reset). or too bright ∞∞ Adjust brightness
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    Problems 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 Monitor troubleshooting steps. smoke or sparks ∞∞ Contact Dell immediately. Monitor ∞∞ Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor
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    Video Ghosting or Overshooting Moving image appears to have trailing shadow or bright edge. ∞∞ Change the Response Time in the Display OSD to Fast or Normal depending on your application and usage. Troubleshooting | 37
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    fill the entire screen The picture cannot fill the height or width of the screen ∞∞ Due to different video formats (aspect ratio) of DVDs, the monitor may display in full screen. ∞∞ Run the built-in diagnostics. 38 | Troubleshooting
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    bright surfaces. For information on safety instructions, see the Product Information Guide. FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Monitor support content: 1. Visit www.dell.com/support/monitors. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: 1. Visit www.dell.com/support.
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    Setting Up Your Monitor Setting the display resolution For follow the given steps. If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your init-caps, and download the latest , www. ATI.com OR www.NVIDIA.com). 40 | Troubleshooting
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    x 1080 again. NOTE: If you are unable to set the recommended resolution, contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will support the video resolution. Troubleshooting | 41
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    typical) is based on CIE1976(82%) and CIE1931(72%) test standards. Resolution Specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum preset resolution S2218H/S2318H/S2318HX 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz 42 | Monitor Specifications
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    current AC/DC Input voltage/ Adapter* frequency/ current Output voltage/ current S2218H & S2318H&S2318HX ∞∞ Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance ∞∞ VAC/50 Hz to 60 Hz ± 3 Hz/1.2 A (Max). Output: 12VDC/3.33A Physical Characteristics Monitor Specifications | 43
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    Model S2218H S2318H S2318HX Signal cable type ∞∞ Digital: ∞∞ Digital: ∞∞ Digital: detachable, HDMI, detachable, detachable, 19 pins. HDMI, 19 pins. HDMI, 19 pins. ∞∞ Black frame - 85 gloss unit Black frame - Black frame - 85 85 gloss unit gloss unit 44 | Monitor Specifications
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    Model Temperature Operating Non-operating Storage Shipping Humidity Operating Non-operating S2218H S2318H/S2318HX 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) ∞∞ -20°C to DPM™ compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. This
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    Energy Star PON ETEC S2318H/S2318HX Power Consumption 16 W 50.59 Kwh VESA Modes Normal operation Active-off mode Switch off Horizontal Vertical Sync Sync tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied. NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR-compliant. 46
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    Model Speaker rated power Frequency Response Impedance S2218H/S2318H/S2318HX 2 x 3 W 200 Hz - 20 kHz 8 ohm 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: Dell S2X18H/HX There is no signal coming from
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    Pin Assignments VGA Connector Pin Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 15-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Video-Red Video-Green Video-Blue GND Self-test GND-R GND-G GND-B Computer 5V/3.3V GND-sync GND DDC data H-sync V-sync DDC clock 48 | Monitor Specifications
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    1 Shield T.M.D.S. Data 1 T.M.D.S. Data 0+ T.M.D.S. Data 0 Shield T.M.D.S. Data 0T.M.D.S. Clock + T.M.D.S. Clock Shield T.M.D.S. Clock CEC Reserved (N.C. on device) SCL SDA DDC/CEC Ground +5V Power Hot Plug Detect Monitor Specifications | 49
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Model No.:
S2218H/S2318H/S2318HX
Regulatory model: S2218Hc/S2318Hc
User’s Guide
Dell
S2218H/S2318H/S2318HX