Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Geometric Distortion Screen not centered
correctly
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
Auto Adjust via OSD.
Adjust horizontal & vertical controls via OSD.
NOTE: When using DVI-D input, the positioning adjustments are not available.
H orizontal/Vertical Lines Screen has one or more
lines
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.
Adjust Phase and Pix el Clock controls via OSD.
Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these lines are also in self-
test mode.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
NOTE: When using DVI-D input, the Pix el Clock and Phase adjustments are not available.
Synchronization Problems Screen is scrambled or
appears torn
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
Perform Auto Adjust via OSD.
Adjust Phase and Pix el Clock controls via OSD.
Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the scrambled screen appears
in self-test mode.
Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.
Restart the computer in the safe mode.
Safety-Related Issues Visible signs of smoke or
sparks
Do not perform any troubleshooting steps.
Contact Dell immediately.
Intermittent Problems M onitor malfunctions on &
off
Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected
properly and is secure.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the intermittent problem occurs
in self-test mode.
M issing 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 broken pins in the video cable connector.
Wrong Color Picture color not good Change the Color Setting M ode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or Video
depending on the application.
Try different Color Preset Settings in Color Settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value in Color
Settings OSD if the Color M anagement is turned off.
Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the Advance Setting OSD.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
Image retention from a
static image left on the
monitor for a long period of
time
Faint shadow from the static
image displayed appears on
the screen
Use the Power M anagement feature to turn off the monitor at all times when not in
use (for more information, see Power Management Modes).
Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver.
Product Specific Problems
Specific Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions
Screen image is too small Image is centered on screen,
but does not fill entire
viewing area
Check the Scaling Ratio setting in Image Setting OSD.
Reset the monitor to Factory Settings.
Cannot adjust the monitor
with the buttons on the front
panel
OSD does not appear on the
screen
Turn off the monitor, unplug the pow er cord, plug back, and then turn on the monitor.
N o Input Signal when user
controls are pressed
N o picture, the LED light is
green. When you press "+",
"-" or "M enu" key, the
message "N o S-Video input
signal", or "N o Composite
input signal", or "N o
Component input signal"
appears
Check the signal source. Ensure the computer is not in the pow er saving mode by
moving the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard.
Check to make sure Video Source to S-Video, Composite or Component is powered
and playing video media.
Check whether the signal cable is plugged in properly. Re-plug the signal cable if
necessary.
Reset the computer or video player.
The picture does not fill the
entire screen.
The picture cannot fill the
height or width of the screen
Due to different video formats (aspect ratio) of DVDs, the monitor may display in full
screen.
Run the built-in diagnostics.
NOTE: When choosing DVI-D mode, the Auto Adjust function will not be available.
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems