Dell S2719DGF Monitor Users Guide - Page 55

Common problems, Troubleshooting, Common, Symptoms, Possible Solutions, Factory Reset

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Common problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions: Common Symptoms No Video/Power LED off No Video/Power LED on Poor Focus Shaky/Jittery Video Missing Pixels Possible Solutions ∞∞Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure. ∞∞Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment. ∞∞Ensure that the power button is pressed. ∞∞Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the Input Source menu. ∞∞Increase brightness and contrast controls using the OSD. ∞∞Perform monitor self-test feature check. ∞∞Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector. ∞∞Run the built-in diagnostics. ∞∞Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the Input Source menu. ∞∞Eliminate video extension cables. ∞∞Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset). ∞∞Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio. ∞∞Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset). ∞∞Check environmental factors. ∞∞Relocate the monitor and test in another room. ∞∞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: www.dell.com/support/monitors. Troubleshooting │ 55

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Troubleshooting
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Common problems
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems
you might encounter and the possible solutions:
Common
Symptoms
Possible Solutions
No Video/Power
LED off
Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and
the computer is properly connected and secure.
Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using
any other electrical equipment.
Ensure that the power button is pressed.
Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the
Input Source
menu.
No Video/Power
LED on
Increase brightness and contrast controls using the OSD.
Perform monitor self-test feature check.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the
Input Source
menu.
Poor Focus
Eliminate video extension cables.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
).
Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio.
Shaky/Jittery Video
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (
Factory Reset
).
Check environmental factors.
Relocate the monitor and test in another room.
Missing Pixels
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:
www.dell.com/support/monitors
.