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Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX monitor
User's Guide
Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (Maximum)
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Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Cautions, Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important 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. Information in this document is subject to change w
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Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX monitor Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (Maximum) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3. Move the slider-bar to the right by pressing and holding the left-mouse button and adjust the screen
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Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell™ if anything is missing. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monit
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DVI-HDMI Dongle Notes: The image is for illustration purpose only and appearance of the actual dongle included may vary. Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Product Information Guide Product Features The Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display. The monitor's features include: ■ S2230MX: 54.61 cm (21.5 inches) viewable area display. 1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions. ■ S233
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Label Description Use 1 Security lock slot Use a security lock with the slot to help secure your monitor. 2 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support. 3 Adapter connector To connect the monitor power cable using a 12V DC adapter for transition. 4 DVI connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a DVI cable. 5 VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using a VGA cable. 6 Regulatory rating label Lists the regulatory
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VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption Normal operation Active Active Active White 20 W (Maximum) 13 W (Typical) Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Amber Less than 0.5 W Switch off - - - Off Less than 0.5 W S2330MX: VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption Normal operation Active Active Active White 33 W (Maximum) 27 W (Typical) Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Amber Less than 0.5 W Switch off - - - Off
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Pin 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Number Cable 1 TMDS RX2- 2 TMDS RX2+ 3 TMDS Ground 4 Floating 5 Floating 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 Floating 9 TMDS RX1- 10 TMDS RX1+ 11 TMDS Ground 12 Floating 13 Floating 14 +5 V power 15 Self test 16 Hot Plug Detect 17 TMDS RX0- 18 TMDS RX0+ 19 TMDS Ground 20 Floating 21 Floating 22 TMDS Ground 23 TMDS Clock+ 24 TMDS Clock- DVI-HDMI Dongle Pin 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Pin 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Number Cable Number Cable 1 TMDS Dat
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17 DDC/CEC GND 17 TX 0 - 18 +5V 18 TX 0 + 19 Hot Plug Detect 19 SHLD 0 / 5 20 TX 5 - 21 TX 5 + 22 TX CLK SHLD 23 TX CLK + 24 TX CLK - Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic. You can sel
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input voltage / VAC / 50 Hz to 60 Hz + 3 Hz / 1.5 A (Max.), VAC / 50 Hz to 60 Hz + 3 Hz / 1.5 A (Max.), frequency / current Lite-On adapter PA-1041-0: 100 VAC to 240 Lite-On adapter PA-1041-0: 100 VAC to 240 AC/DC Adapter* VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz + 3 Hz / 1.2 A (Max.) VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz + 3 Hz / 1.2 A (Max.) output voltage / current OUTPUT: 12 VDC / 3.33 A OUTPUT: 12 VDC / 3.33 A 120 V: 30 A (Max.) 120 V: 30 A (Max.) Inrush current 240 V: 60 A (Max.) 240 V: 60 A (Max.) * Qualified Compatible AC/D
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Physical Characteristics The following table lists the monitor's physical characteristics: Model Number Dell S2230MX monitor Dell S2330MX monitor D-subminiature, blue connector; D-subminiature, blue connector; Connector type DVI-D: White connector DVI-D: White connector Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins, shipped attached Analog: Detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins, shipped attached to the monitor to the monitor Signal cable type Digital: Detachable, DVI-D, Solid pins, shipped Digital: Detachable, DVI-D,
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Caring for Your Monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. CAUTION: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: To clean your antistatic screen, slightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating. Do n
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Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX Monitor User's Guide Attaching the Stand Connecting Your Monitor Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 1. Assemble the stand riser to stand base. a. Attach the stand riser to the stand base. b. Tighten the screw located on the base. 2. Attach the stand assembly to the monitor: a. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion near the edge of de
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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 and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect the white (digital DVI-D) or the blue (analog VGA) or the DVI-HDMI Dongle and HDMI display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer. Do not use both cables on the same computer. Use both the cables only when they are connected to two different computers wi
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Connecting the white DVI cable CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance on the computer may vary. Removing the Monitor Stand
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After placing the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion, complete the following steps to remove the base: 1. Use a long screwdriver to push the release latch located in a hole just above the stand. 2. While pushing the release latch, pull the stand away from the monitor. Back to Contents Page
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Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ S2230MX/S2330MX Monitor User's Guide Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Tilt Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the Front Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
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Front panel Key Description A Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of preset color modes. See Using the OSD Menu. Preset modes B Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access to the "Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu. Brightness / Contrast C Use the Menu key to open the on-screen display (OSD). Menu D Use the Exit key to exit on-screen display (OSD) from menu and sub-menus. Exit Front panel Key Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
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Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down C Use the OK key to confirm your selection. OK D Use the Back key to go back to the previous menu. Back 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 disappear. 1. Press the
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2. Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. 3. To select the highlighted item on the menu press the button again. 4. Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter. 5. Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the or buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes. 6. Select the to return to previous menu without accepting current settings or to accept an
