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Dell U2211H Monitor User's Guide

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User guide for Dell U2211H and U2311H LCD monitors covering product features, physical setup, OSD menu operation, display adjustments, USB hub usage, troubleshooting, and specifications. Designed for home and office users setting up and configuring these 21.5-inch and 23-inch Dell UltraSharp IPS panel monitors.

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Dell™ U2211H /U2311H Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix

Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc;  Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries, Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; and ATI is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

Model U2211Ht / U2311Hb May 2010 Rev. A01

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Page 1 Dell™ U2211H /U2311H Monitor User's Guide About Your Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Operating the Monitor Troubleshooting Appendix Notes, Notices, and Cautions NOTE: A NOTE indicates important informa...
Page 2 Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Plug and Play Capability Uni...
Page 3 VGA Cable (attached to the monitor) DVI Cable USB up stream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor) Drivers and Documentation media Quick Setup Guide Product and Safety Information Guide Product ...
Page 4 Front View Front panel controls Label Description 1 Preset Modes (default, but configurable) 2 Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable) 3 Menu 4 Exit 5 Power (with power light indicator) ...
Page 5 USB downstream ports Connect your USB devices. Cable management slot Use to organize cables by placing them through the slot. Side View Left view Right view Bottom View Bottom view Bottom view with mo...
Page 6 Monitor Specifications Flat Panel Specifications Model U2211H U2311H Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD Active matrix - TFT LCD Panel type IPS IPS Screen dimensions 546.1 mm (21.5-inches viewable ima...
Page 7 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....
Page 8 Width 514.4 mm (20.25 inches) 547.97 mm (21.57 inches) Depth 65.00 mm (2.56 inches) 65.00 mm (2.56 inches) Stand dimensions Height (extended) 363.60 mm (14.31 inches) 370.47 mm (14.59 inches) Height (...
Page 9 Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD. NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR®-compliant.          *   Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the...
Page 10 Pin 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Number 1 TMDS RX2- 2 TMDS RX2+ 3 TMDS Ground 4 Floating 5 Floating 6 DDC Clock 7 DDC Data 8 Floating 9 TMDS RX1- 10 TMDS RX1+ 11 TMDS Ground 12 Floating 1...
Page 11 19 DP_PWR Return 20 +3.3V DP_PWR Plug and Play Capability You can install the monitor in any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended D...
Page 12 During the LCD Monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not affect the display quality or usability....
Page 13 Back to Contents Page Appendix Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor User's Guide   Safety Instructions   FCC Notice (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory Information   Contacting Dell WARNING: Safety Instructions...
Page 14 Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor  If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to http://support.dell.com, enter your ...
Page 15 Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor  If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click...
Page 16 Back to Contents Page Operating the Monitor Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor User's Guide   Using the Front Panel Controls   Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu   Setting the Maximum Resolution   Usin...
Page 17 Use the Power button to turn the monitor on and off. The Blue LED indicates the monitor is on and fully functional. An amber LED indicates DPMS power save mode. Power  (with power light  indicator) Us...
Page 18 NOTE: Auto Adjust is only available when you use the analog (VGA) connector. 2. Push the and buttons to move between the setting options. As you move from one icon to another, the option name is highl...
Page 19  NOTE: In most cases, Auto Adjust produces the best image for your configuration. NOTE: Auto Adjust option is only available when you are using the analog (VGA) connector. Input Source Use the Input S...
Page 20    Mode Selection You can choose Graphics or Video according to the input signal. Graphics: Select this mode if your monitor is connected to your computer. Video: Select this mode if your monitor is c...
Page 21 Press to increase the green shade of the video image. Press to increase the purple shade of the video image. NOTE: Hue adjustment is available only for video input. Saturation This feature can adjust ...
Page 28 Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor  Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (for U2211H) or 1920 x 1080 (for U2311H) (maximum) For maximum display perfor...
Page 29 Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor  User Guide Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1080 (for U2211H) or 1920 x 1080 (for U2311H) (maximum) Information in this document is subject to change without not...
Page 30 Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor User's Guide   Attaching the Stand   Connecting the Monitor   Organizing Your Cables   Attaching the Soundbar (optional)   Re...
Page 31 NOTE:  Do not connect the blue VGA, the white DVI, or the black Display Port cables to the computer at the same time. All monitors ship with the VGA (blue) cable attached by default. 2. Connect the wh...
Page 32 CAUTION: The Graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. Connecting the USB cable After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/DP cable, follow the ...
Page 33 CAUTION: Do not use with any device other than the Dell Soundbar.  NOTE:  The Soundbar power connector (+12 V DC output) is for the optional Dell Soundbar only. To attach the Soundbar: 1. Working from...
Page 34 (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 t...
Page 35 Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting Dell™ U2211H / U2311H Monitor User's Guide   Self-Test   Built-in Diagnostics   Common Problems   Product Specific Problems   Universal Serial Bus Specific Proble...
Page 36 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...
Page 37 Missing Color Picture missing color Perform monitor self-test feature check. Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure. Check for bent or b...
Page 38 Distorted Sound Other audio source is used Clear any obstructions between the Soundbar and the user. Confirm that the audio line-in plug is completely inserted into the jack of the audio source. Decre...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What resolutions are available for this monitor?

The U2211H offers 1920 x 1080 resolution on a 21.5-inch display, and the U2311H features 1920 x 1080 on 23 inches.

How can I mount this monitor if I don't use the included stand?

The monitor has VESA™ 100 mm mounting holes and a removable pedestal for flexible wall mounting solutions.

Does the monitor have features to improve workspace organization or security?

Yes, it includes a cable management slot (8) and a security lock slot (4) to secure the monitor with a cable lock.

What is required to enable USB ports on the monitor?

You must connect a dedicated USB up stream cable to link the USB devices connected through the downstream ports to your computer.