Dell E198WFP - User Manual

Dell™ E198WFP Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide
About Your Monitor
Front View
Back View
Side View
Bottom View
Monitor Specifications
LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy
Caring for your Monitor
Using Your Adjustable Monitor Stand
Attaching the Stand
Organizing Your Cables
Using the Tilt
Removing the Stand
Setting Up Your Monitor
Connecting Your Monitor
Using the Front Panel
Using the OSD
Setting the Optimal Resolution
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)
Solving Problems
Troubleshooting Your Monitor
General Problems
Product Specific Problems
Troubleshooting Your Soundbar
Appendix
FCC Identification Information
Safety Information
Contacting Dell
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model E198WFP
January 2008 Rev. A03

Summary

About Your Monitor

Monitor Specifications

Technical details including resolution, refresh rates, and power consumption.

Setting Up Your Monitor

Connecting Your Monitor

Using the OSD Menu

Setting the Optimal Resolution

Steps to configure the monitor for the best screen resolution and clarity.

Solving Problems

Troubleshooting Your Monitor

Guide to diagnosing and resolving common monitor issues using self-test.

General Problems

Common symptoms and potential solutions for monitor malfunctions.

Product Specific Problems

Solutions for issues unique to this monitor model.

Appendix

Safety Information

Essential safety precautions and warnings for monitor usage.

Dell E198WFP Specifications

General

Screen Size	19 inches
Resolution	1440 x 900
Panel Type	TN
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Brightness	300 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	800:1
Response Time	5 ms
Connectivity	VGA, DVI-D
Display Type	LCD
Horizontal Viewing Angle	160 degrees
Vertical Viewing Angle	160 degrees
Vertical Refresh Rate	56-76 Hz
Power Consumption (standby)	1 W
Horizontal Refresh Rate	30-83 kHz