Dell 170S appendix Setting the Maximum Resolution, OSD Warning Messages

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etc.) via software applications on your PC.

Select Disable to disable this feature.

For best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor, keep this feature enabled.

NOTE:If user select 'disable' for DDC/CI,the warning message will appear on screen.Then user can select Yes or No according to need.

OSD Warning Messages

A warning message may appear on the screen indicating that the monitor is out of sync.

This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. Either the signal is too high or too low for the monitor to use. See Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1280 X 1024 @ 60Hz.

NOTE: The floating 'Dell - Self Test Feature Check' dialog appears on the screen if the monitor cannot sense a video signal.

Occasionally, no warning message appears, but the screen is blank. This could also indicate that the monitor is not synchronizing with the computer.

See Troubleshooting for more information.

Setting the Maximum Resolution

To set the maximum resolution for the monitor.

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

2.Select the Settings tab.

3.Set the screen resolution to 1280x1024.

4.Click OK.

If you do not see 1280x1024 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):

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Contents Dell E170S/E190S Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide Package Contents About Your MonitorBack View Product FeaturesIdentifying Parts and Features Front View Front View Front panel controls Label DescriptionSide View Back view LabelDescription/Use Monitor Specifications Power Management ModesBottom View Flat Panel Specifications Pin AssignmentsElectrical ResolutionPreset Display Modes Model E170S/E190SPhysical Characteristics EnvironmentalPlug and Play Capability Maintenance Guidelines LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel PolicyCaring for Your Monitor Appendix Setting Up Your Monitor Select Advanced Power Button Using the Front PanelAuto Adjust Operating the MonitorUsing the On-Screen Display OSD Menu Icon Menu Name and Sub- menus DescriptionImage settings This is used to exit out of the Main MenuSettings Location Color SettingsPreset sRGB PositionFactory Reset Setting the Maximum Resolution OSD Warning MessagesUsing the Dell Soundbar Optional Using the TiltTilt Back to Contents Setting Up Your Monitor Dell E170S/E190S Flat Panel Monitor Connecting the blue VGA cable Setting Up the MonitorConnecting Your Monitor Attaching the StandOrganizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar OptionalRemoving the Stand Back to Contents Solving Problems Built-in DiagnosticsSelf-Test Common Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible SolutionsProduct-Specific Problems Troubleshooting the Dell Soundbar OptionalBack to Contents