Dell E198FP Product Specific Problems, Specific Symptoms, What YOU Experience Possible Solutions

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Shaky/Jittery Video

Wavy picture or fine movement

•Push Auto Adjust button

•Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD

•Perform monitor reset

•Check environmental factors

•Relocate and test in another room

Missing Pixels

Stuck-on Pixels

Brightness Problems

Geometric Distortion

LCD screen has spots

LCD screen has bright spots

Picture too dim or too bright

Screen not centered correctly

•Cycle power on-off

•These are pixels that are permanently off and is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology

•Cycle power on-off

•These are pixels that are permanently on and is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology

•Perform monitor reset on "All Settings"

•Push Auto Adjust button

•Adjust brightness & contrast controls

•Perform monitor reset on "Position Settings Only"

•Push auto-adjust button

•Adjust the centering controls

•Ensure monitor is in proper video mode

Horizontal/Vertical Lines

Screen has one or more lines

•Perform monitor reset on "All Settings"

•Push Auto Adjust button

•Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD

•Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these lines are also in self-test mode

•Check for bent or broken pins

Sync Problems

Screen is scrambled or appears torn

•Perform monitor reset on "All Settings"

•Push Auto Adjust button

•Adjust Phase and Clock controls via OSD

•Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if scrambled screen appears in self-test mode

•Check for bent or broken pins

•Boot up in the "safe mode"

LCD Scratched

Safety Related Issues

Intermittent Problems

Screen has scratches or smudges

Visible signs of smoke or sparks

Monitor malfunctions on & off

•Turn monitor off and clean the screen

•For cleaning instruction, see Cleaning for Your Monitor.

•Do not perform any troubleshooting steps

•Monitor needs to be replaced

•Ensure monitor is in proper video mode

•Ensure video cable connection to computer and to the flat panel is secure

•Perform monitor reset on "All Settings"

•Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the intermittent problem occurs in self-test mode

Missing Color

Wrong Color

Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time

Picture missing color

Picture color not good

Faint shadow from the static image displayed appears on the screen

•Perform monitor self-test feature check

•Check connection integrity at both end of the video cable

•Check for bent or broken pins

•Change the color to "User Preset"

•Adjust R/G/B value of "User Preset"

•Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor at all times when not in use. Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver

•In OSD Menu, under Reset to Factory Settings, select Enable LCD Conditioning. Using this option may take several hours before the image is eliminated

NOTE: Image Burn-in is not covered by your warranty.

Product Specific Problems

SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS

Screen image is too small

Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel

WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE

POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire

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Perform monitor reset on "All Settings"

viewing area

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OSD does not appear on the screen

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Turn the monitor off and unplug the power

 

 

cord and then plug back and power on

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Contents About Your Monitor Dell E198FP Flat Panel Monitor Users GuideFront View About Your MonitorBack View Right side Side ViewFlat Panel Monitor SpecificationsBottom View GeneralElectrical ResolutionPreset Display Modes Physical CharacteristicsVesa Power Management ModesPin Number Pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Pin AssignmentsLCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy Plug and Play CapabilityCaring for Your Monitor FCC Notice U.S. Only AppendixContacting DellT Bahamas ArubaAustralia Sydney Austria ViennaBrazil Customer ServiceHardware Warranty Phone Support BoliviaDenmark Copenhagen ColombiaCosta Rica Czech Republic PragueFrance Paris EcuadorEl Salvador Finland HelsinkiHong Kong GrenadaGuatemala GuyanaJapan Kawasaki GeneralItaly Milan JamaicaMalaysia Penang Korea SeoulLatin America LuxembourgAmsterdam MontserratNetherlands Antilles NetherlandsSt. Vincent Puerto RicoSt. Kitts and Nevis St. LuciaTaiwan Sweden UpplandsVasby Switzerland GenevaA. Austin, Texas UruguayVirgin Islands Financial ServicesVenezuela Connecting Your Monitor Setting Up Your MonitorUsing the Front Panel Buttons Menu On Screen Menu/Display OSDExit Using the OSDImage Settings Icon Menu Name and Sub- menusPreset Color SettingsPosition Language Factory ResetOSD Warning Messages Automatic SaveSoundbar Attachment to the Monitor Using the Dell Soundbar OptionalBack to Contents Monitor Specific Troubleshooting Solving ProblemsCommon Problems Specific Symptoms Product Specific ProblemsWhat YOU Experience Possible Solutions Back to Contents Attaching the Stand Using Your Monitor StandOrganizing Your Cables Removing the Stand Using the TiltBack to Contents

E198FP specifications

The Dell E198FP is a versatile and reliable flat-panel monitor that combines excellent performance with an environmentally friendly design, making it a popular choice for both home and office environments. This 19-inch LCD display boasts a sleek design that maximizes screen real estate while minimizing its footprint, allowing users to make the most of their workspace.

One of the standout features of the Dell E198FP is its impressive image quality. It offers a maximum resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels, delivering sharp and vibrant visuals that make it ideal for a variety of applications, from office tasks to multimedia consumption. The monitor utilizes a 4:3 aspect ratio, making it suitable for traditional content and enhancing user experience in office scenarios.

The E198FP employs advanced display technologies, including a fast response time of 5 milliseconds, which significantly reduces motion blur and allows for smoother images during fast-moving scenes. Additionally, it features a maximum brightness of 250 cd/m², providing adequate illumination for various lighting conditions, and a contrast ratio of 1000:1, ensuring deep blacks and bright whites for enhanced image clarity.

Another essential characteristic of the Dell E198FP is its wide viewing angles. With an 80-degree horizontal and vertical viewing angle, users can enjoy consistent image quality from different perspectives, making it suitable for collaborative work environments where multiple people may view the screen simultaneously.

In terms of connectivity, the Dell E198FP includes a variety of input options, including VGA and DVI ports, allowing compatibility with different devices and ease of integration into existing setups. The thoughtful design of the monitor also includes an adjustable stand, enabling users to tilt the screen for optimal viewing angles and comfort.

Furthermore, the Dell E198FP is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It meets Energy Star standards, which means it consumes less power than traditional monitors, helping to reduce energy costs and minimize environmental impact. The monitor is also made with materials that are free from hazardous substances, adhering to RoHS compliance.

In conclusion, the Dell E198FP is a feature-rich monitor that emphasizes image quality, energy efficiency, and user comfort. Its robust performance, along with its environmentally conscious design, makes it a suitable choice for various computing needs in both personal and professional environments.
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