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User's Guide Dell S2218M/S2318M Model No.: S2218M/S2318M Regulatory model: S2218Mc/S2318Mc - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 2
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 3
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 4
Resolution 30 Using the Tilt 31 Troubleshooting 32 Self-Test...32 Built-in Diagnostics 33 Common Problems 34 Product-Specific Problems 36 Appendix...37 FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information...........37 Contact Dell 37 Setting Up Your Monitor 38 Monitor Specifications - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 5
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 6
∞∞ VGA Cable ∞∞ Cable Holder ∞∞ Quick Setup Guide ∞∞ Safety and Regulatory Information 6 | About Your Monitor - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 7
Display (LCD), In-plane Switching panel and LED backlight. The monitor features include: ∞∞ S2218M: 54.61 cm (21.5 inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ∞∞ S2318M: 58.42 cm (23 inch) viewable area display (measured - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 8
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 9
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 10
Side View Bottom View 1 23 Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description 1 Power-adapter port 2 DVI(HDCP) port 3 VGA port Use To connect the monitor power cable using a 12V DC adapter for transition. To connect your computer to the monitor using a DVI cable. To connect your computer - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 11
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 12
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 in the stand base. 2. Fit the two - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 13
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 either the white (digital - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 14
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 the hole. 14 | Setting Up the Monitor - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 15
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 16
. Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. 1 23 4 5 1 2 3 4 Control buttons The following table describes the front (OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See Menu Accessing the OSD menu. 16 | Operating your Monitor - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 17
is On and fully functional. Blinking white light indicates the power save mode. OSD controls Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 1 2 34 Front Panel Button Description 1 Use the Up button to increase values or move up. Up 2 Use the Down button - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 18
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 analog (VGA) input Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 19
/ Contrast Description Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Energy Use 75% 75% Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Brightness Contrast Brightness adjusts the luminance of the - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 20
setup and adjust menu. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Energy Use Press to adjust the screen automatically. The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 21
the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Energy Use VGA DVI Auto Select On Reset Input Source Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz VGA Select VGA input when you are - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 22
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 create your own preset color mode. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 23
video input mode to: ∞∞ RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the HDMI to DVI adapter. ∞∞ YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 24
image. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080 100'. Pixel Clock The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your monitor to your preference. Use or buttons to adjust for best image quality. Minimum - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 25
Energy Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Energy Use Power Button LED Reset Energy On During Active to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from 5 to 60 seconds. Operating your Monitor | 25 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 26
and set it as a shortcut key. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Shortcut Key 2 Brightness/Contrast Reset Personalization Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Shortcut Key 1 key to the default setting. Personalization Others Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 27
feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. Dell S2X18M Energy Use Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust DDC/ , select Enable. Dell S2X18M Brightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Energy Menu Personalize Others Resolution: 1920x1080, 60Hz Energy - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 28
modes: Game or Movie), the manual brightness adjustment is disabled. Dell S2X18M To allow manual adjustment of brightness, the 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 message is displayed - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 29
if left at this state. Dell S2X18M ? No VGA Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/monitors Dell S2X18M ? No DVI Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/monitors See Troubleshooting for more information. Operating - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 30
, you 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 www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. If you are using a non - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 31
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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 32
S2X18M ? No DVI Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/monitors Dell S2X18M ? No VGA Cable The display will go into Power Save Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/support/monitors NOTE: This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable is - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 33
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 -in diagnostic tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer. Troubleshooting | 33 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 34
extension cables. ∞∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings(Factory Reset). ∞∞ Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio. 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 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 35
Problems Safety Related Issues Intermittent Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn ∞∞ Reset the monitor to Factory Settings(Factory Reset). ∞∞ Perform monitor troubleshooting steps. smoke or sparks ∞∞ Contact Dell immediately. Monitor ∞∞ Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 36
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. 36 | Troubleshooting - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 37
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. - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 38
Monitor Setting the display resolution For maximum display performance with Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution resolution to 1920 x 1080, please contact Dell™ to inquire about a graphics adapter that supports these resolutions. If you have a non Dell™ | Troubleshooting - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 39
the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 1920 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 | 39 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 40
Specifications Model Horizontal scan range Vertical scan range Maximum preset resolution S2218M S2318M 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic) 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz 40 | Monitor Specifications - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 41
signals Inrush current AC/DC Input voltage/ Adapter* frequency/ current Output voltage/ current S2218M&S2318M ∞∞ Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance ∞∞ Digital VAC to 240 VAC/50 Hz to 60 Hz ± 3 Hz/1.2 A (Max). Output: 12VDC/3.33A Monitor Specifications | 41 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 42
00 lb) Weight of stand assembly 0.53 kg (1.17 lb) Front frame gloss Black frame - 85 gloss unit (minimum) S2318M ∞∞ Digital: detachable, DVI, Solid pins. ∞∞ Analog: detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins 404.0 mm (15.90 in) 53 kg (1.17 lb) Black frame - 85 gloss unit (minimum) 42 | Monitor Specifications - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 43
Environmental Characteristics Model S2218M S2318M Temperature Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Nonoperating Storage Shipping ∞∞ -20°C to 60°C ∞∞ 92.13 BTU/hour ∞∞ 71.65 BTU/hour (typical) (maximum) ∞∞ 75.07 BTU/hour (typical) Monitor Specifications | 43 - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 44
input from the keyboard, mouse or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. The following table shows the power consumption and 21 W (typical) Less than 0.3 W Less than 0.3 W PON ETEC S2318M Energy Star 16 W 50.59 Kwh Power Consumption VESA Modes Normal operation - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 45
the Active-off mode, one of the following messages will be displayed: Dell S2X18M There is no signal coming from your computer. Press any key display, press the monitor button now to select the correct input source on the On-Screen-Display menu. Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 46
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 46 | Monitor Specifications - Dell S2318M | Users Guide - Page 47
RX1TMDS RX1+ TMDS Ground Floating Floating +5 V/+3.3 V power Self test Hot Plug Detect TMDS RX0TMDS RX0+ TMDS Ground Floating Floating TMDS Ground TMDS Clock+ TMDS Clock- Monitor Specifications | 47
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Model No.: S2218M/S2318M
Regulatory model: S2218Mc/S2318Mc
User’s Guide
Dell S2218M/S2318M