Dell E170S User Manual

Dell™E170S/E190SFlatPanelMonitorUser'sGuide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model E170Sb/E170Sc/E190Sb/E190Sf
March2009Rev.A01
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About Your Monitor
Setting Up the Monitor
Operating the Monitor
Solving Problems
Appendix
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Dell E170S Specifications

General

Screen Size	17 inches
Display Type	LCD
Resolution	1280 x 1024
Aspect Ratio	5:4
Brightness	250 cd/m²
Response Time	5 ms
Input Connectors	VGA
Pixel Pitch	0.264 mm
Viewing Angle	160° horizontal, 160° vertical
Color Support	16.7 million colors
Panel Type	TN
Features	VESA mount compatible
Power Consumption	30 W

Summary

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

About Your Monitor

Package Contents

Lists the components included with the monitor.

Product Features

Details the key capabilities and specifications of the monitor.

Identifying Parts and Controls

Locates and identifies all physical buttons and ports on the monitor.

Monitor Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications, including power management and electrical data.

Plug and Play Capability

Explains how the monitor automatically configures with compatible systems.

LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy

Outlines the manufacturer's policy regarding pixel defects on LCD screens.

Maintenance Guidelines

Offers advice on how to care for and clean the monitor.

Appendix

Safety Instructions

Important safety precautions to follow when using the monitor.

FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information

Regulatory compliance information for U.S. users.

Contacting Dell

Information on how to get support from Dell.

Setting Up Your Monitor

Attaching the Stand

Instructions on how to attach the monitor stand.

Connecting the Monitor

Steps for connecting the monitor to the computer.

Organizing Your Cables

Tips for managing cables for a tidy setup.

Attaching the Soundbar (Optional)

Guide for installing the optional Dell Soundbar.

Removing the Stand

Procedure for detaching the monitor stand.

Setting Maximum Display Resolution

Instructions for configuring the monitor's optimal resolution.

Operating the Monitor

Using the Front Panel Controls

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

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

Details how to navigate and use the monitor's on-screen display settings.

Setting the Maximum Resolution

Provides instructions on adjusting the monitor to its highest resolution.

OSD Warning Messages

Explains common warning messages displayed by the monitor.

Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)

Instructions for using the optional Dell Soundbar.

Using the Tilt

Describes how to adjust the monitor's tilt for optimal viewing.

Solving Problems

Self-Test

Guide to running the monitor's self-test feature.

Built-in Diagnostics

Instructions for using the monitor's diagnostic tool.

Common Problems

Lists common issues and their potential solutions.

Product-Specific Problems

Addresses issues specific to certain monitor features or models.

Troubleshooting the Dell™™ Soundbar (Optional)

Steps to resolve issues with the optional Dell Soundbar.