Dell 1908WFP - User Manual

Dell 1908WFP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
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Dell™ 1908WFP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
About Your Monitor
Product Features
Identifying Parts and Controls
Monitor Specifications
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
Plug and Play Capability
Maintenance Guidelines
Setting Up the Monitor
Attaching the Stand
Connecting the Monitor
Organizing the Cables
Attaching the Soundbar (Optional)
Removing the Stand
Operating the Monitor
Using the Front Panel Controls
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD)
Setting the Optimal Resolution
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)
Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension
Rotating the monitor
Adjusting the Rotation Settings of Your Operating System
Solving Problems
Troubleshooting Your Monitor
General Problems
Product Specific Problems
Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems
Dell™ Soundbar Troubleshooting
Appendix
Safety yInstructions
FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information
Contacting Dell
Your Monitor Setup Guide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model 1908WFP
August 2007 Rev. A00

Summary

About Your Monitor

Product Features

Lists the key features and capabilities of the Dell 1908WFP monitor, including screen type, resolution, and adjustability.

Identifying Parts and Features

Details the physical components and controls of the monitor, including front, back, and bottom views.

Monitor Specifications

Setting Up the Monitor

Attaching the Stand

Step-by-step guide on how to attach the monitor's stand to the display panel.

Connecting the Monitor

Instructions for connecting the monitor to a computer using VGA or DVI cables and USB.

Removing the Stand

Operating the Monitor

Using the Front Panel Controls

Explains the function of each button on the monitor's front panel for adjusting settings.

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

Details how to navigate and use the monitor's OSD menu for various adjustments.

Setting the Optimal Resolution

Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension

Rotating the Monitor

Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System

Solving Problems

Troubleshooting Your Monitor

Provides general troubleshooting steps and self-test features for monitor issues.

General Problems

Dell 1908WFP Specifications

General

Screen Size	19 inches
Resolution	1440 x 900
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Panel Type	TN
Brightness	300 cd/m²
Response Time	5 ms
Contrast Ratio	800:1
Viewing Angle	160° (H) / 160° (V)
Connectivity	DVI-D, VGA
Power Consumption	2W (standby)