Dell E Series E2016HV manual

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Contents
About Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Package Contents  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 5
Product Features  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6
Identifying Parts and Controls .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 7
Monitor Specifications .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  9
Plug and Play Capability  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .12
LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 18
Maintenance Guidelines .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .18
Setting Up the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Attaching the Stand .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .19
Connecting Your Monitor  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  20
Organizing Your Cables  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .21
Removing the Monitor Stand  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .21
Wall Mounting (Optional) .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22
Operating the Monitor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Power On the Monitor  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .23
Using the Front-Panel Controls .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .23
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 24
Setting the Maximum Resolution .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  48
Using the Tilt .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .50

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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Self-Test .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .51
Built-in Diagnostics .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .52
Common Problems .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .53
Product-Specific Problems .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 56
Dell Soundbar Problems .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .57
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Safety Instructions  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 60
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information .  .  .  .  .  . 60
Contact Dell .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 60

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About Your Monitor    5
About Your Monitor
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have
received all the components and Contact Dell if anything is missing.
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some
features or media may not be available in certain countries.
•	Monitor
•	Stand Riser
•	Stand Base
•	VESA™ Screw Cover
•	Power Cable (varies with countries)
•	VGA Cable
•	Drivers and Documentation media
•	Quick Setup Guide
•	Safety and Regulatory Information

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Product Features
The Dell E1916HV / E1916HL / E2016HV / E2016HL / E2216HV / E2216HVM flat-panel
display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display and LED
backlight. The monitor’s features include:
•	 E1916HV / E1916HL: 47.01 cm (18.51 inches) diagonal viewable image size, 1366 x
768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
•	 E2016HV / E2016HL: 49.41 cm (19.5 inches) diagonal viewable image size,
1600 x 900 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
•	 E2216HV / E2216HVM: 54.69 cm (21.53 inches) diagonal viewable image size,
1920 x 1080 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
•	 Tilt adjustment capability.
•	 Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) 100 mm
mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
•	 Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
•	 On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen optimization.
•	 Software and documentation media which includes an information file (INF), Image
Color Matching File (ICM), and product documentation.
•	 Dell Display Manager Software
•	 ENERGY STAR-compliant.
•	 Security lock slot.
•	 Asset Management Capability.
•	 EPEAT Silver compliant.
•	 CECP (for China).
•	 RoHS compliant.
•	 Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time.
•	 Analog backlight dimming control for flicker free display.

NOTE: Dell monitors are Energy Star certified in all regions except for the following:
E1916HV, E1916HL and E2016HV in Asia Pacific, E2216HV in America/ Asia Pacific.
DELL registers products in the EPEAT environmental performance rating system.
EPEAT registration varies by country. See www.epeat.net for registration status by
country.

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Identifying Parts and Controls
Front View
1 Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor)
2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)
Back View
E1916HV / E1916HL / E2016HV / E2016HL:
Back View with Monitor Stand

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E2216HV / E2216HVM:
Back View with Monitor Stand
Label Description Use
1 VESA mounting holes (100
mm)
To mount the monitor.
2 Regulatory rating label Lists the regulatory approvals.
3 Security lock slot Secures monitor with security lock
(security lock not included).
4 Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact
Dell for technical support.
5 Cable management slot Use to organize cables by placing them
through the slot.
Side View
Right Side

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Bottom View
Label Description Use
1 AC power connector To connect the monitor power cable.
2 VGA connector To connect your computer to the monitor using
a VGA cable.
3 Dell soundbar
mounting slots
To attach the optional Dell Soundbar.
Monitor Specifications
The following sections give you information about the various power management
modes and pin assignments for the various connectors of your monitor.
Power Management Modes
If you have VESA’s DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, the
monitor automatically reduces its power consumption when not in use. This is referred
to as Power Save Mode. If the computer detects input from keyboard, mouse, or other
input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. The following table
shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power-saving feature:
E1916HV / E1916HL:
VESA Modes
Horizontal
Sync
Vertical
Sync
Video
Power
Indicator
Power
Consumption
Normal operation Active Active Active White 17 W (Maximum)**
14 W (Typical)
Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Glowing
white
Less than 0.3 W
Switch off - - Off Less than 0.3 W *
Energy Star Power Consumption
PON 10 W***
ETEC 33.2 kWh***
E2016HV:
VESA Modes
Horizontal
Sync
Vertical
Sync
Video
Power
Indicator
Power
Consumption
Normal operation Active Active Active White 17 W (Maximum)**
14 W (Typical)
Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Glowing
white
Less than 0.3 W

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Switch off - - Off Less than 0.3 W *
Energy Star Power Consumption
PON 11.98 W***
ETEC 38.6 kWh***
E2016HL:
VESA Modes
Horizontal
Sync
Vertical
Sync
Video
Power
Indicator
Power Consumption
Normal operation Active Active Active White 19 W (Maximum)**
15 W (Typical)
Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Glowing
white
Less than 0.3 W
Switch off - - Off Less than 0.3 W *
Energy Star Power Consumption
PON 11.98 W***
ETEC 37.9 kWh***
E2216HV / E2216HVM:
VESA Modes
Horizontal
Sync
Vertical
Sync
Video
Power
Indicator
Power
Consumption
Normal operation Active Active Active White 24 W (Maximum)**
18 W (Typical)
Active-off mode Inactive Inactive Blank Glowing
white
Less than 0.3 W
Switch off - - Off Less than 0.3 W *
Energy Star Power Consumption
PON 15.5 W***
ETEC 49.6 kWh***
NOTE:
PON: Power consumption of on mode as defined in Energy Star 7.0 version.
ETEC: Total energy consumption in kWh as defined in Energy Star 7.0 version.
The OSD will only function in the normal operation mode. When any button except
power button is pressed in Active-off mode, the following messages will be displayed:
Activate the computer and monitor to gain access to the OSD.

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NOTE: Dell monitors are Energy Star certified in all regions except for the following:
E1916HV, E1916HL and E2016HV in Asia Pacific, E2216HV in America/ Asia Pacific.
DELL registers products in the EPEAT environmental performance rating system.
EPEAT registration varies by country. See www.epeat.net for registration status by
country.
* 
Zero-power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the
main cable from the monitor.
** Maximum power consumption with max luminance and contrast.
*** 
This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your
product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and
peripherals you ordered and shall have no obligation to update such information.
Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making
decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or
completeness is expressed or implied.
Pin Assignments
15-pin D-Sub connector
Pin Number Monitor Side of the 15-pin Side Signal Cable
1 Video-Red
2 Video-Green
3 Video-Blue
4 GND
5 Self-test
6 GND-R
7 GND-G
8 GND-B
9 DDC +5 V
10 GND-sync

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11 GND
12 DDC data
13 H-sync
14 V-sync
15 DDC clock
Plug and Play Capability
You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play compatible system. The monitor
automatically provides the computer with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID)
using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and
optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic. You can select
different settings if required.
Flat-Panel Specifications
Model number E1916HV / E1916HL E2016HV
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel Type TN TN
Viewable image
Diagonal
470.1 mm
(18.51 inches)
494.1 ± 0.02 mm
(19.5 ± 0.05 inches)
Horizontal Active
Area
409.8 mm
(16.13 inches)
432.0 ± 1.92 mm
(17.0 ± 0.08 inches)
Vertical Active
Area
230.4 mm
(9.07 inches)
239.76 ± 3.42 mm
(9.44 ± 0.13 inches)
Area
94417.92 mm2
(146.35 inches2
)
102552.65 ± 1050 mm2
(158.84± 1.56 inches2
)
Pixel pitch 0.30 x 0.30 mm
0.2712 ± 0.0012 x 0.2626
± 0.0074 mm
Viewing angle:
Horizontal 90° typical 90° typical
Vertical 65° typical 50° to 65° typical
Luminance
output
200 cd/m² (typical) 200 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio 600 to 1 (typical) 600 to 1 (typical)

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Faceplate
coating
Antiglare with hard-coating
3H
Antiglare with hard-coating
3H
Backlight LED light bar system LED light bar system
Response Time
5 ms typical (white to
black, black to white)
5 ms typical (white to
black, black to white)
Color Depth 16.7 mil colors 16.7 mil colors
Color Gamut 85 % (typical) ** 85 % (typical) **
Model number E2016HL E2216HV / E2216HVM
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel Type TN TN
Viewable image
Diagonal
494.1 ± 0.02 mm
(19.5 ± 0.05 inches)
546.86 mm
(21.53 inches)
Horizontal Active
Area
432.0 ± 1.92 mm
(17.0 ± 0.08 inches)
476.64 mm
(18.77 inches)
Vertical Active
Area
239.76 ± 3.42 mm
(9.44 ± 0.13 inches)
268.11 mm
(10.56 inches)
Area
102552.65 ± 1050 mm2
(158.84± 1.56 inches2
)
127791.95 mm2
(198.21 inches2
)
Pixel pitch
0.2712 ± 0.0012 x 0.2626
± 0.0074 mm
0.248 x 0.248 mm
Viewing angle:
Horizontal 170° typical 90° typical
Vertical 160° typical 50° to 65° typical
Luminance
output
250 cd/m² (typical) 200 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical) 600 to 1 (typical)
Faceplate coating
Antiglare with hard-
coating 3H
Antiglare with hard-
coating 3H
Backlight LED edgelight system LED light bar system
Response Time
5 ms typical (white to
black, black to white)
5 ms typical (white to
black, black to white)
Color Depth 16.7 mil colors 16.7 mil colors
Color Gamut 86 % (typical) * 85 % (typical) **

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** 
E1916HV / E1916HL / E2016HV / E2216HV / E2216HVM color gamut (typical) is based
on CIE1976 (85 %) and CIE1931 (72 %) test standards. E2016HL color gamut (typical) is
based on CIE1976 (86 %) and CIE1931 (72 %) test standards.
Resolution Specifications
Model number E1916HV /
E1916HL
E2016HV /
E2016HL
E2216HV /
E2216HVM
Scan range
•	 Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
•	 Vertical 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic)
Maximum preset
resolution
1366 x 768 at 60 Hz 1600 x 900 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz
Electrical Specifications
Model number E1916HV / E1916HL / E2016HV / E2016HL / E2216HV /
E2216HVM
Video input signals Analog RGB: 0.7 Volts ± 5 %, 75 ohm input impedance
Synchronization input
signals
Separate horizontal and vertical synchronizations, polarity-free
TTL level, SOG (Composite SYNC on green)
AC input voltage /
frequency / current
100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 1.0 A (typical)
Inrush current 120 V: 30 A (Max.)
240 V: 60 A (Max.)
Preset Display Modes
The following table lists the preset modes for which Dell guarantees image size and
centering:
E1916HV / E1916HL：
Display Mode
Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3 -/+
VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/-
VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 +/+

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VESA, 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+
VESA, 1366 x 768 47.7 59.8 85.5 +/+
E2016HV / E2016HL：
Display Mode
Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3 -/+
VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/-
VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 +/+
VESA, 1152 x 864 67.5 75.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+
VESA, 1600 x 900 55.5 60.0 97.8 +/-
E2216HV / E2216HVM：
Display Mode
Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
VESA, 720 x 400 31.5 70.1 28.3 -/+
VESA, 640 x 480 31.5 59.9 25.2 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 -/-
VESA, 800 x 600 37.9 60.3 40.0 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.9 75.0 49.5 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.4 60.0 65.0 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 768 60.0 75.0 78.8 +/+
VESA, 1152 x 864 67.5 75.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 64.0 60.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 80.0 75.0 135.0 +/+
VESA, 1600 x 900 60.0 60.0 108.0 +/+
VESA, 1920 x 1080 67.5 60.0 148.5 +/+

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Physical Characteristics
The following table lists the monitor's physical characteristics:
Model Number E1916HV /
E1916HL
E2016HV /
E2016HL
E2216HV /
E2216HVM
Connector type 15-pin D-subminiature (Black connector)
Signal cable type Analog: D-Sub, 15 pins
Dimensions:
(with stand)
Height
359.0 mm
(14.13 inches)
368.9 mm
(14.52 inches)
396.7 mm
(15.62 inches)
Width
445.4 mm
(17.54 inches)
471.5 mm
(18.56 inches)
512.2 mm
(20.17 inches)
Depth
167.0 mm
(6.57 inches)
167.0 mm
(6.57 inches)
180.0 mm
(7.09 inches)
Dimensions:
(without stand)
Height
266.0 mm
(10.47 inches)
275.4 mm
(10.84 inches)
303.7 mm
(11.96 inches)
Width
445.4 mm
(17.54 inches)
471.5 mm
(18.56 inches)
512.2 mm
(20.17 inches)
Depth
51.5 mm
(2.03 inches)
51.5 mm
(2.03 inches)
50.5 mm
(1.99 inches)
Stand dimensions:
Height
156.0 mm
(6.14 inches)
156.0 mm
(6.14 inches)
177.0 mm
(6.97 inches)
Width
220.0 mm
(8.66 inches)
220.0 mm
(8.66 inches)
250.0 mm
(9.84 inches)
Depth
167.0 mm
(6.57 inches)
167.0 mm
(6.57 inches)
180.0 mm
(7.09 inches)
Weight:
Weight with
packaging
3.60 kg
(7.94 lb)
3.65 kg
(8.05 lb)
4.30 kg
(9.48 lb)
Weight with stand
assembly and cables
3.0 kg
(6.61 lb)
3.02 kg
(6.66 lb)
3.63 kg
(8.0 lb)
Weight without
stand assembly
(For wall mount
or VESA mount
considerations - no
cables)
2.26 kg
(4.98 lb)
2.26 kg
(4.98 lb)
2.83 kg
(6.24 lb)
Weight of stand
assembly
0.46 kg
(1.01 lb)
0.46 kg
(1.01 lb)
0.52 kg
(1.15 lb)

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Environmental Characteristics
The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor:
Model Number E1916HV /
E1916HL /
E2016HV
E2016HL E2216HV /
E2216HVM
Temperature
•	 Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
•	 Non-operating Storage: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Shipping: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity
•	 Operating 10 % to 80 % (non-condensing)
•	 Non-operating Storage: 5 % to 90 % (non-condensing)
Shipping: 5 % to 90 % (non-condensing)
Altitude
•	 Operating 5,000 m (16,404 ft) max
•	 Non-operating 12,191 m (40,000 ft) max
Thermal dissipation 58.0 BTU/hour
(maximum)
47.8 BTU/hour
(typical)
64.8 BTU/hour
(maximum)
51.2 BTU/hour
(typical)
81.9 BTU/hour
(maximum)
68.3 BTU/hour
(typical)

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LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy
During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more
pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state. The visible result is a fixed pixel that
appears as an extremely tiny dark or bright discolored spot. When the pixel remains
permanently lit, it is known as a “bright dot.” When the pixel remains black, it is known as
a “dark dot.”
In almost every case, these fixed pixels are hard to see and do not detract from display
quality or usability. A display with 1 to 5 fixed pixels is considered normal and within
competitive standards. For more information, see Dell Support site at:
http://www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Maintenance Guidelines
Caring for Your Monitor
CAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the
monitor.
CAUTION: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power
cable from the electrical outlet.
For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning, or
handling your monitor:
•	 To clean your antistatic screen, slightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If
possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic
coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed
air.
•	 Use a slightly dampened, warm cloth to clean the plastics. Avoid using detergent of
any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the plastics.
•	 If you notice a white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a
cloth. This white powder occurs during the shipping of the monitor.
•	 Handle your monitor with care as a darker-colored monitor may scratch and show
white scuff marks more than a lighter-colored monitor.
•	 To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically
changing screen saver and power off your monitor when not in use.

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Setting Up the Monitor
Attaching the Stand
NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
1.	Assemble the stand riser to stand base.
a.	 Place the monitor stand base on a stable table top.
b.	 Slide the monitor stand body in the correct direction down onto the stand
base until it clicks into place.
2.	 Attach the stand assembly to the monitor:
a.	 Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion near the edge of desk.
b.	 Align the stand assembly bracket to the monitor groove.
c.	 Insert the bracket towards monitor until it locks in place.

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Connecting Your Monitor
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
Safety Instructions.
To connect your monitor to the computer:
1.	 Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable.
2.	 Connect VGA cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your
computer.
Connecting VGA Cable
NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance
on the computer may vary.
Organizing Your Cables
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting
Your Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above.

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Removing the Monitor Stand
NOTE This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought,
please refer to the respective stand setup guide for the removal instructions.
1.	Remove the VESA Cover.
a.	Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion.
b.	Lft from both side simultaneously, remove the VESA Cover away from
the monitor.
2.	Remove the stand assembly to the monitor.
a.	Use a long and thin screwdriver to push the release latch located in a
hole just above the stand.
b.	Once the latch is released, remove the base away from the monitor.

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Wall Mounting (Optional)
(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-
compatible base mounting kit.
1.	 Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable flat table.
2.	 Remove the stand.
3.	 Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover. (figure 2)
4.	 Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the LCD.
5.	 Mount the LCD on the wall by following the instructions that came with the base
mounting kit.
NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall-mount bracket with minimum
weight/load bearing capacity of 2.26 kg (E1916HV / E1916HL)/2.26kg (E2016HV
/ E2016HL)/2.83 kg (E2216HV / E2216HVM).

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Operating the Monitor
Power On the Monitor
Press the button to turn on the monitor.
Using the Front-Panel Controls
Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
Front-Panel Keys Description
A
Preset modes
Use the Preset modes key to choose from a list of preset
color modes. See Using the OSD Menu.
B
Brightness /Contrast
Use the Brightness / Contrast key to direct access to the
"Brightness" and "Contrast" control menu.
C
Menu
Use the Menu key to open the on-screen display (OSD).
D
Exit
Use the Exit key to exit on-screen display (OSD) from
menu and sub-menus.
Front-Panel Keys
Front-Panel Keys Description
A
Up
Use the Up key to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu.

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B
Down
Use the Down key to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD
menu.
C

OK
Use the OK key to confirm your selection.
D

Back
Use the Back key to go back to the previous menu.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
Accessing the Menu System
NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit
the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes. The changes are
also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear.
1.	Press the button to open the OSD menu and display the main menu.
Main Menu

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2.	Press the and buttons to toggle between options in the Menu. As
you move from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
3.	To select the highlighted item on the menu press the button again.
4.	Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter.
5.	Press the button to enter the slide bar and then use the or
buttons, according to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6.	Select the  to return to previous menu without accepting current
settings or  to accept and return to previous menu.
The table below provides a list of all the OSD menu options and their functions.
Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Energy Use This meter shows the energy level being consumed by the
monitor in real time.
Brightness/
Contrast
Use the Brightness and Contrast menu to adjust the Brightness/
Contrast.

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Brightness Allows you to adjust the brightness or luminance of the
backlight.
Press the key to increase brightness and press the key to
decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100).
Contrast Allows you to adjust the contrast or the degree of difference
between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen. Adjust
brightness first, and adjust contrast only if you need further
adjustment.
Press the key to increase contrast and press the key to
decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).

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Auto Adjust Use this key to activate automatic setup and adjust menu.

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The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor
self-adjusts to the current input:
Auto Adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the
incoming video signal. After using Auto Adjustment, you can
further tune your monitor by using the Pixel Clock (Coarse) and
Phase (Fine) controls under Display.
NOTE: Auto Adjust does not occur if you press the button while
there are no active video input signals or attached cables.

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Color Use the Color menu to adjust the monitor's color settings.

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Input Color
Format
Allows you to set the video input mode to RGB or YPbPr

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Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes.

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•	 
Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings.
This is the default preset mode.
•	 Multimedia: Loads color settings ideal for multimedia
applications.
•	 Paper: Loads brightness and sharpness settings ideal
for viewing text. Blend the text background to simulate
paper media without affecting color images. Applies to
RGB input format only.
•	 Warm: Increases the color temperature. The screen
appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.
•	 Cool: Decreases the color temperature. The screen
appears cooler with a blue tint.
•	 Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color
settings. Press the and keys to adjust the Red,
Green, and Blue values and create your own preset
color mode.
Reset Color Resets your monitor's color settings to the factory defaults.

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Display Use the Display menu to adjust the monitor's display settings.

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Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio as Wide 16:9, 4:3, or 5:4.
NOTE: Wide 16:9 adjustment is not required at maximum
preset resolution 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600
x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV /
E2216HVM).
Horizontal
Position
Use or the buttons to adjust image left and right. Minimum
is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
Vertical Position Use the or buttons to adjust image up and down. Minimum
is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+).
Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use
or to adjust the sharpness from '0' to '100'.
Pixel Clock The Phase and Pixel Clock adjustments allow you to adjust your
monitor to your preference. Use or buttons to adjust for
best image quality.
Phase If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase
adjustment, use the Pixel Clock (coarse) adjustment and then
use Phase (fine), again.
Reset Display Select this option to restore default display settings.

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Energy

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Power Button
LED
Allows you to set the power LED indicator on or off during active
to save energy.
Reset Energy Select this option to restore default Energy settings.
Menu Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD such as, the
languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu remains on
screen, and so on.

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Language Allows you to set the OSD display to one of eight languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian,
Simplified Chinese, or Japanese.
Transparency Allows you to adjust the OSD background from opaque to
transparent.
Timer Allows you to set the time for which the OSD remains active
after you press a key on the monitor.
Use the and keys to adjust the slider in 1 second
increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.

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Lock Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is selected, no
user adjustments are allowed. All keys are locked except  key.
NOTE: When the OSD is locked, pressing the menu key takes
you directly to the OSD settings menu, with 'OSD Lock' pre-
selected on entry. Press and hold  key for 6 seconds to unlock
and allow user access to all applicable settings.
Reset Menu Select this option to restore default menu settings.
Personalize Selecting this option allows you to set two shortcut keys.

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Shortcut Key 1 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast",
"Auto Adjust", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key.

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Shortcut Key 2 User can select from "Preset Modes", "Brightness/Contrast",
"Auto Adjust", "Aspect Ratio" and set as shortcut key.

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Reset
Personaliza-
tion
Allows you to restore shortcut key to the default setting.
Others

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DDC/CI DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows a
software on your computer to adjust the monitor display settings
like the brightness, color balance etc.
Enable (Default): Optimizes the performance of your monitor
and provides a better customer experience.
Disable: Disables the DDC/CI option and the following message
appears on the screen.
LCD
Conditioning
This feature will help reduce minor cases of image retention.
If an image appears to be stuck on the monitor, select LCD
Conditioning to help eliminate any image retention. Using
the LCD Conditioning feature may take some time. LCD
Conditioning feature cannot remove severe cases of image
retention or burn-in.
NOTE: Use LCD Conditioning only when you experience a
problem with image retention.
The below warning message appears once user selects “Enable"
LCD Conditioning.
Reset Other Select this option to restore default other settings, such as DDC/
CI.
Factory Reset Resets all OSD settings to the factory preset values.

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OSD Messages
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the
following message:
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. Recommended mode is 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV
/ E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV /
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You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled.
When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears:
Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear
depending on the selected input:
If VGA cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears. The
monitor will enter Power Save Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state.
See Solving Problems for more information.

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Setting the Maximum Resolution
For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems,
set the display resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for
E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) pixels by performing
the following steps:
In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1:
1.	 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic
desktop.
2.	 Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.
3.	 Click the dropdown list of the screen resolution and select 1366 x 768 (for
E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for
E2216HV / E2216HVM).
4.	 Click OK.
In Windows 10:
1.	 Right-click on the desktop and click Display settings.
2.	 Click Advanced display settings.
3.	 Click the dropdown list of Resolution and select 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV /
E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV /
E2216HVM).
4.	 Click Apply.
If you do not see 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV /
E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) as an option, you may need to
update your graphics driver. Please choose the scenario below that best describes the
computer system you are using, and follow the provided
1:
If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with Internet access
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If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer
with Internet access
1.	 Go to http://www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the
latest driver for your graphics
2.	 After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution
to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or
1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) again.
NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL)
or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM),
please contact Dell to inquire about a graphics adapter that supports these
resolutions.
If you have a non Dell desktop, portable computer, or
graphics card
In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1:
1.	 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic
desktop.
2.	 Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization.
3.	 Click Change Display Settings.
4.	 Click Advanced Settings.
5.	 Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the
window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
6.	 Please refer to the graphics card provider website for updated driver (for example,
http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).
7.	After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution
to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or
1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) again.
In Windows 10:
1.	 Right-click on the desktop and click Display settings.
2.	 Click Advanced display settings.
3.	 Click Display adapter properties.
4.	 Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top
of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
5.	Please refer to the graphics card provider website for updated driver (for
example, http://www.ATI.com OR http://www.NVIDIA.com ).
6.	After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the
resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV /
E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM) again.
NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV / E1916HL)
or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV / E2216HVM),
please contact the manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a
graphics adapter that will support the video resolution of 1366 x 768 (for E1916HV
/ E1916HL) or 1600 x 900 (for E2016HV / E2016HL) or 1920 x 1080 (for E2216HV /
E2216HVM) .

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Using the Tilt
Tilt
With the stand assembly, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing
angle.
NOTE: The stand base is detached when the monitor is shipped from the
factory.

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Troubleshooting
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
Safety Instruction
Self-Test
Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor
is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the
monitor screen remains dark, run the monitor self-test by performing the following
steps:
1.	Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
2.	Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. To ensure proper
Self-Test operation, remove VGA cables from the back of computer.
3.	Turn on the monitor.
The floating dialog box should appear on-screen (against a black
background) if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working
correctly. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Also,
depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs shown below will
continuously scroll through the screen.
4.	This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable
becomes disconnected or damaged. The monitor will enter Power Save
Mode after 5 minutes if left at this state.
5.	Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both
your computer and the monitor.
If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your
video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly.