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Dell P190S Setting the Maximum Resolution, Using the Dell Soundbar Optional, See Solving Problems

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Operating the Monitor:Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide

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

See Solving Problems

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 1280 X 1024.

4.Click OK.

If you do not see 1280 X 1024 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.

Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)

The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell flat panel displays. The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on/off control to adjust the overall system level, a blue LED for power indication, and two audio headset jacks.

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Contents

Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the MonitorSolving Problems Appendix Notes, Cautions, and WarningsDell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Setting Up Your MonitorBack to Contents Page Back to Contents PageBack to Contents Page If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or graphics cardSetting Up Your Monitor Back to Contents PageUsing the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display OSD Menu Using the Front Panel ControlsBack to Contents Page Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar OptionalPower Button and Indicator Using the On-Screen Display OSD MenuAuto Adjust OSD menu / selectAccessing the Menu System 3. Push the MENU button once to activate the highlighted option Positioning Horizontal Vertical Auto Adjust Image settings Pixel Clock PhaseHorizontal Position Vertical Position OSD SettingsColor Settings Normal Preset Blue Preset Red Preset User Preset OSD Lock OSD RotationOSD Hold Time LanguageFactory Reset Reset the OSD menu options to the factory preset values Yes - enables audioNo - disables audio default Operating the MonitorDell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Users GuideIR - This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention OSD Warning Messages See Solving Problems Setting the Maximum ResolutionUsing the Dell Soundbar Optional Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Tilt/SwivelChanging the Rotation of Your Monitor Vertical Extensionfile///S/SSAProposal/P170SP190S/UG/operate.htm7/8/2011 44831 PM Back to Contents PageOperating the MonitorDell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your MonitorBack to Contents Page Dell P170S/P190S Flat Panel MonitorAttaching the Stand Setting Up the MonitorConnecting the Monitor Back to Contents PageDell P170S/P190S Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide Connecting the Blue VGA Cable Connecting the White DVI Cablefile///S/SSAProposal/P170SP190S/UG/setup.htm7/8/2011 44917 PM Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar OptionalRemoving the Stand CAUTION Do not use with any device other than the Dell SoundbarNOTE To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a clean surface Back to Contents PageSelf-Test Solving ProblemsBuilt-in Diagnostics Back to Contents PageCommon Problems OSD Warning MessagesTroubleshooting the Dell Soundbar Optional Product-Specific ProblemsUSB Problems SPECIFIC SYMPTOMSBack to Contents Page Distorted SoundBack to Contents Page Package ContentsAbout Your Monitor Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and ControlsDrivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Product FeaturesIdentifying Parts and Features Front View Back View Side ViewPower connector Bottom ViewUSB connectors downstream Insert the power cablePin Assignments Monitor SpecificationsPower Management Modes VGA ConnectorUniversal Serial Bus USB Interface DVI ConnectorPreset Display Modes Flat Panel SpecificationsResolution ElectricalPhysical Characteristics EnvironmentalLCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy Maintenance GuidelinesPlug and Play Capability Caring for Your MonitorAppendix CAUTION Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions FCC Notice U.S. Only and Other Regulatory Information