Dell P221-OH appendix Common Problems, Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions

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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 the 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 the 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, and white colored screens.

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

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

Poor Focus

Picture is fuzzy, blurry, or

Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

 

ghosting

Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD.

 

 

Eliminate video extension cables.

 

 

Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.

 

 

Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio (16:9).

 

 

 

 

Shaky/Jittery Video

Wavy picture or fine movement

Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.

 

 

Adjust the Phase and Pixel Clock controls via OSD.

 

 

Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.

 

 

Check environmental factors.

 

 

Relocate the monitor and test in another room.

 

 

 

 

Missing Pixels

LCD screen has spots

Cycle power on-off.

 

 

Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology.

 

 

Run the built-in diagnostics.

 

 

 

 

Stuck-on Pixels

LCD screen has bright spots

Cycle power on-off.

 

 

Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology.

 

 

Run the built-in diagnostics.

 

 

 

 

Brightness Problems

Picture too dim or too bright

Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.

 

 

Auto Adjust via OSD.

 

 

Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.

 

 

 

 

Geometric Distortion

Screen not centered correctly

Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.

 

 

Auto Adjust via OSD.

 

 

Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.

 

 

 

 

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Dell P2210H/P2310H Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide Model P2210Hc/P2310Hc June 2009 Rev. A00Package Contents About Your MonitorProduct Features Identifying Parts and ControlsFront View Back View Label Card ViewSide View Bottom View Left view Right view Label Description UseMonitor Specifications Flat Panel SpecificationsPage Page Page Page Page Appendix Visit support.dell.comSetting Up Your Monitor Setting Up Your Monitor Power On the Monitor Using the Front PanelOperating the Monitor Shortcut key Brightness/ContrastUsing the On-Screen Display OSD Menu Accessing the Menu SystemIcon Menu Submenus Description Auto Adjust Brightness/ ContrastBrightness ContrastAuto Source DisplayPortColor Settin Input ColorReset Color SettingsHue SaturationDisplay Use the Display Settings to adjust image Wide Mode PhaseReset Display Settings OtherOSD Warning Messages LCD ConditioningSetting the Maximum Resolution VGA/DVI-D/DP inputUsing the Dell Soundbar Optional Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical ExtensionTilt, Swivel Rotating the Monitor Vertical ExtensionAdjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System Setting the display resolution to 1920 x1080 maximum Dell P2210H/P2310H Flat Panel Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Connecting Your MonitorAttaching the Stand Page Connecting the USB cable Organizing Your CablesAttaching the Soundbar Optional Removing the Stand Wall Mounting OptionalBack to Contents Troubleshooting Built-in DiagnosticsSelf-Test Common Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible SolutionsProduct Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus USB Specific ProblemsSpecific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions Dell Soundbar Problems