Dell U2412M User Manual

Dell™U2412MMonitorUser'sGuide
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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Model U2412Mb
July 2011 Rev. A00
About Your Monitor
Setting Up the Monitor
Operating the Monitor
Troubleshooting
Appendix
NOTE:
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Dell U2412M Specifications

General

Screen Size	24 inches
Resolution	1920 x 1200
Panel Type	IPS
Aspect Ratio	16:10
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Brightness	300 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	1000:1
Response Time	8 ms (gray-to-gray)
USB Hub	Yes, 4 x USB 2.0
VESA Mount	Yes, 100 x 100 mm
Color Support	16.7 million colors
Viewing Angles	178° horizontal / 178° vertical
Ports	DVI-D, DisplayPort, VGA

Summary

About Your Monitor

Product Features Overview

Lists the key features and specifications of the monitor.

Monitor Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications of the monitor.

Appendix

Safety Instructions

Crucial safety warnings and information for using the monitor.

Setting Up Your Monitor

Set Display Resolution to 1920x1200

Guides users on setting the optimal display resolution for performance.

Attaching Monitor Stand

Connecting Monitor Cables

Guides on connecting VGA, DVI, and DisplayPort cables to the computer.

Connecting USB Cable to Computer

Operating the Monitor

Using Front Panel Controls

Navigating the OSD Menu

Guides on navigating and using the monitor's on-screen display menu.

Input Source Selection

Adjusting Color Settings

Display Settings Adjustments

Troubleshooting

Monitor Self-Test Procedure

Procedure to check monitor functionality by testing without a computer signal.

Built-in Diagnostics Tool

Tool to help diagnose screen abnormalities and identify the source of the problem.

Common Monitor Problems & Solutions

Lists common monitor issues and their potential solutions.

Product-Specific Problems

USB Interface Troubleshooting

Soundbar Functionality Issues