Dell 3008WFP appendix Setting the Optimal Resolution, VGA DVI-D 1 / DVI-D DisplayPort

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This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor.

For analog input, it is recommended to use the resolution 1920 x 1200. For digital input, it is recommended to use the resolution 2560 x 1600.

If you press any button other than the power button one of the following messages will appear depending on the selected input:

VGA/DVI-D input

Video Input

or

In Picture by Picture (PBP) mode, when the monitor does not sense the selected signal input, one of the following messages will appear depending upon the selected input as long as the OSD screen is closed.

1. VGA

2. DVI-D 1 / DVI-D 2

3. DisplayPort

4. HDMI

5. S-Video

6. Composite

7. Component

If either VGA or DVI-D input is selected and both VGA and DVI-D cables are not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.

or

NOTE: When the cable is connected back to the input of the monitor, any active Picture by Picture (PBP) window will disappear. Enter Picture by Picture (PB submenu to bring back the Picture by Picture (PBP) window.

NOTE: The Picture by Picture (PBP) function can bring up a picture from a second image source. Thus you can watch images from 1 PC source (D-Sub or DVI) Source (Composite or S-video or Component). The functions will not allow for 2 Video sources to perform Picture by Picture (PBP).

See Solving Problems for more information.

Setting the Optimal Resolution

NOTE: The optimal resolution is 1920 x 1200 for Analog input and 2560 x 1600 for Digital input.

To set the optimal resolution for the monitor:

Windows XP:

1.Right-click on the desktop and select Properties.

2.Select the Settings tab.

3.Set the screen resolution to 1920 x 1200/2560 x 1600.

4.Click OK.

Windows Vista or Windows 7:

1.Right-click on the desktop and select Personalization.

2.Click Change Display Settings.

3.Move the slider-bar to the right by pressing and holding left-mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 1920 x 1200/2560 x 1600.

4.Click OK.

If you do not see 1920 x 1200/2560 x 1600 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following procedures:

•If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer:

¡Go to support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.

•If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop):

¡Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers.

¡Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers.

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Contents Dell 3008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide About Your Monitor Solving ProblemsIdentifying Parts and Features Front View Product FeaturesAbout Your Monitor Front View Front panel controls Label DescriptionSide View Back ViewLeft view Right view Label Description Power Management Modes Monitor SpecificationsBottom View Pin Pin Side of the Connected Signal Number Cable Pin Pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable NumberPin Assignments Pin Number 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Pin Number 20-pin Side of the Connected Signal CableVideo Connector Page Pin Number Pin Side Connector Transfer speed Data Rate Power ConsumptionPin Number Pin Side Signal Cable Universal Serial Bus USB InterfacePlug and Play Capability Card Reader SpecificationsSlot Number Flash memory cards type MS PRO Flat Panel SpecificationsPage Visit support.dell.com AppendixSetting Up Your Monitor Click Change Display Settings Click Advanced Settings Operating the Monitor Using the Front PanelFront panel Button Input Source Select Description Accessing the Menu System Using the On-Screen Display OSD MenuIcon Menu Description Submenus Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustmentSelect to exit the main menu Back BrightnessDisplayPort Back Auto SelectComponent Video Composite Exit Menu Push to go back to the main menu VGA/DVI-D input Video input Hue Saturation Color Reset Exit MenuBack Language Menu Transparency Menu Timer Display Reset Exit MenuAudio Configuration Menu Lock Audio OptionsPBP Settings Reset Exit MenuPBP Source Preset Modes Contrast Hue Saturation Exit Menu Back ModeOSD Warning Messagess Click Change Display Settings Setting the Optimal ResolutionVGA DVI-D 1 / DVI-D DisplayPort Video Composite ComponentUsing the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Using the Dell Soundbar OptionalTilt/Swivel Vertical ExtensionBack to Contents Setting Up Your Monitor Dell 3008WFP Flat Panel Monitor Connecting Your Monitor Setting Up the MonitorRemoving the Stand Organizing Your CablesAttaching the Soundbar Attaching the Stand Back to Contents Monitor Specific Troubleshooting Solving ProblemsCommon Problems Common Symptoms What You Possible Solutions ExperienceProduct Specific Problems Video ProblemsCommon Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions Troubleshooting the Dell Soundbar Universal Serial Bus USB Specific ProblemsCommon What You Experience Possible Solutions Symptoms Computer Management, click Disk Management Troubleshooting the Card ReaderClick Change Drive Letter and Paths
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