Dell 4691623 manual Common Problems, Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions

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NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.

To run the built-in diagnostics:

1.Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).

2.Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode.

3.Press and hold Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2 seconds. A gray screen appears.

4.Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.

5.Press Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.

6.Inspect the display for any abnormalities.

7.Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black and white screens.

The test is complete when the white screen appears. To exit, press Button 4 again.

If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in diagnostic tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer.

Common Problems

The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions:

Common Symptoms

What You Experience

Possible Solutions

No Video/Power LED off

No picture

Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure.

 

 

Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment.

 

 

Ensure that the power button is depressed fully.

 

 

Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the Input Source Select button.

No Video/Power LED on

No picture or no brightness

Increase brightness & contrast controls via OSD.

 

 

Perform monitor self-test feature check.

 

 

Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.

 

 

Run the built-in diagnostics.

 

 

Ensure that the correct input source is selected via the Input Source Select button.

Poor Focus

Picture is fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting

Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

 

 

 

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Contents Model P2212Hb/P2312Ht November 2011 Rev. A01 Dell P2212H/P2312H MonitorDell P2212H/P2312H Monitor Users Guide Setting Up Your Monitor About Your Monitor Page Product Features Back View Front ViewFront view Front panel controls LabelBack view Back view with monitor stand Side ViewDescription Use Left view Right view Bottom ViewBottom view Label Description Flat Panel SpecificationsBottom view with monitor stand Use Preset Display Modes Resolution SpecificationsP2212H/P2312H Display Mode Supported Video ModesPhysical Characteristics Electrical SpecificationsConnector type Signal cable type Environmental Characteristics Humidity Power Management ModesAltitude P2212HPin Assignments Pin Side of the Connected Signal CablePin Number Pin Number Pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable DVI ConnectorPlug and Play Capability Transfer Speed Data Power Consumption RatePin Number Pin Side of the Signal Cable Pin Number 4-pin Side of the ConnectorLCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Cleaning Your MonitorDell P2212H/P2312H Monitor Users Guide Setting Up the MonitorOrganizing Your Cables Removing the Stand Back to Contents Operating the Monitor Using the Front PanelUsing the On-Screen Display OSD Menu Main Menu for digital DVI input Page Contrast BrightnessVGA DVI-D Auto Adjust Input Source Auto SelectColor Settings Input Color Format Preset Modes Saturation HueAspect Ratio Display SettingsHorizontal Position Vertical PositionMenu Timer Phase Dynamic ContrastLanguage Menu TransparencyThis feature by selecting Enable Power Save AudioMenu Lock Menu RotationPersonalize Factory ResetAs a shortcut key OSD Warning Messages Page VGA/DVI-D input PowerNap Software Enhanced Menu Rotation Software Setting the Maximum Resolution Click Change Display Settings Using the Dell Soundbar OptionalTilt, Swivel Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical ExtensionRotating the Monitor Page Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System Self-Test Built-in DiagnosticsCommon Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions Common ProblemsPage Universal Serial Bus USB Specific Problems Product Specific ProblemsDell Soundbar Problems Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible SolutionsDistorted Sound Unbalanced Sound Output Low Volume Appendix Setting Up Your Monitor Click Change Display Settings Click Advanced Settings