Dell 2408WFP User Manual

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Model 2408WFP
December 2007Rev.A00
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About Your Monitor
Product Features
Identifying Parts and Controls
Monitor specifications
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
Card Reader Specifications
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-Scree Display (OSD)
Setting the Optimal Resolution
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)
Using the Tilt, Swivel and Vertical Extension
Rotating the Monitor
Adjusting the Rotating Settings of Your Operating System
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Solving Problems
Troubleshooting Your Monitor
Common Problems
Video Problems
Product Specific Problems
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems
TroubleshootingtheDell™Soundbar(Optional)
Card Reader Troubleshooting
Appendix
CAUTION: Safety Instruction
FCC Notice (U.S. Only)
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Dell 2408WFP Specifications

General

Screen Size	24 inches
Resolution	1920 x 1200
Panel Type	S-PVA
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Brightness	400 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	1000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio	3000:1
USB Ports	4 x USB 2.0
HDCP Support	Yes
Viewing Angles	178° horizontal / 178° vertical
Inputs	HDMI, VGA, Component, S-Video, Composite
Response Time	6 ms

Summary

About Your Monitor

Product Features and Identification

Describes monitor capabilities, technology, physical parts, and controls.

Monitor Specifications

Lists technical parameters such as resolution, pixel pitch, and viewing angles.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface

Explains USB 2.0 connectivity, transfer speeds, and port configurations.

Card Reader Specifications

Details supported memory card types, capacities, and specifications.

Plug and Play Capability and Maintenance

Explains automatic system configuration and provides care instructions.

Setting Up the Monitor

Attaching Stand and Connecting Monitor

Guides on attaching the stand and connecting video/power cables.

Organizing Cables

Instructions on using the cable management slot for neatness.

Soundbar Attachment and Stand Removal

Steps for attaching the soundbar and safely detaching the monitor stand.

Operating the Monitor

Using the Front Panel Controls

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

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

Detailed guide on accessing and using the OSD menu for adjustments.

Adjusting Display Settings

Covers adjustments for wide mode, position, sharpness, zoom, and contrast.

Setting the Optimal Resolution

Instructions on setting the display resolution to 1920x1200 for optimal performance.

Rotating the Monitor and OS Settings

Guides on physically rotating the monitor and adjusting OS display settings.

Solving Problems

Monitor Self-Test and Common Issues

Covers self-test diagnostics and general problems like no picture or poor focus.

Video Problems

Troubleshooting steps for video-related issues like low quality playback.

USB and Card Reader Troubleshooting

Solutions for USB interface not working and card reader access problems.

Soundbar Troubleshooting

Common symptoms and solutions for the Dell Soundbar audio issues.

Appendix

Safety Instructions

Important safety precautions for connecting and using the monitor.

Regulatory and Support Information

Information regarding FCC compliance and how to contact Dell for support.