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Back to Contents Page About Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Package Contents Product Features Identifying Parts and Controls Monitor Specifications Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface Plug and Play Capability Card Reader Specifications LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy Maintenance Guidelines Package Contents Your monitor ships with the components shown below.
■ Compatible with xvYCC, Adobe RGB and sRGB color standards. ■ Factory calibrated to an average delta E of < 5 under sRGB and Adobe RGB input source for brand-new Dell monitor U3011. Dedicated Custom Color Mode (6- axis Color-control) for Saturation, Hue, Gain (RGB) and offset (RGB).
Dell Soundbar mounting brackets (2) To attach the optional Dell Soundbar. Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for Service tag label technical support. Cable management hole Helps organize cables by placing them through the hole.
Label Description AC power cord connector Connect the power cable. DC power connector for Dell Soundbar Connect the power cord for the soundbar (optional). Connect the HDMI 2.0 channel or DisplayPort 2.0 channel or 5.1 channel audio output devices. Connect the front left/right channel output to the green connector. Use this ...
Color depth 1.07 billion colors Color Gamut 117%* NTSC typical / 100% sRGB, 99% Adobe RGB *U3011 color gamut (typical) is based on CIE1976 (117%) and CIE1931 (102%) test standards. Resolution Specifications Analog signal input Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 99 kHz Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 86 Hz...
This monitor is ENERGY STAR -compliant. * Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor. ** Maximum power consumption with max luminance, Dell Soundbar, and USB active. Pin Assignments VGA Connector Pin Number 15-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable Video-Red ...
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DDC-SDA H-sync V-sync DDC-SCL DVI Connector NOTE: Pin 1 is at the top left. Pin Number 24-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable T.M.D.S. Data 2- T.M.D.S. Data 2+ T.M.D.S. Data 2/4 Shield T.M.D.S. Data 4- NT.M.D.S. Data 4+ DDC Clock DDC Data No Connect T.M.D.S.
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ML1(n) ML2(p) ML2(n) ML3(p) ML3(n) AUX(p) AUX(n) DP_PWR Return +3.3V DP_PWR 19-pin HDMI Connector Pin Number 19-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable (Cable not included) TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS DATA 2- TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD TMDS DATA 1- TMDS DATA 0+ TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD...
Pin Number 3-pin Side of the Connected Signal Cable (Cable not included) Y (Luminance signal) Pb (Color differential signal) Pr (Color differential signal) Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface NOTE: This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface. Transfer speed Data Rate Power Consumption High speed 480 Mbps 2.5 W (Max., each port)
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. For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: support.dell.com.
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WARNING: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. WARNING: 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, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the antistatic coating.
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area.
Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access 1. Go to http://support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card. 2. After installing the drivers for your Graphics Adapter, attempt to set the resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source) again.
Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card In Windows XP: 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties. 2. Select the Settings tab. 3. Select Advanced. 4. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
Using the Front Panel Controls Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Setting the Maximum Resolution Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional) Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Using the Front Panel Controls Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed. As you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an OSD shows the numeric values of the characteristics as they change.
Exit the On-Screen Display menu. Exit 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) Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu ...
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Brightness/Contrast Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment. Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Touch the button to increase brightness and touch the button to decrease brightness (min 0 ~ max 100). Contrast Adjust Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if further adjustment is necessary. Touch the button to increase contrast and touch the button to decrease contrast (min 0 ~ max 100).
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HDMI Select HDMI input when you are using the HDMI connector. Touch the button to select the HDMI input source. Component Select Component input when you are using the Component connector. Touch the button to select the Component input source. Color Settings Use the Color Settings to adjust the color setting mode and color temperature.
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Preset Modes You can choose Standard, Multimedia, Game, Movie, Warm, Cool, Adobe RGB, sRGB, xv Mode or Custom Color; Standard: Loads the color settings suitable for desktop applications. This is the default preset mode. Multimedia: Loads color settings suitable for multimedia applications, e.g. video playback. Game: Loads color settings suitable for most gaming applications.
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Display Settings Use the Display Settings to adjust image. Wide Mode Adjust the image ratio as 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, Aspect or full screen. Horizontal Position Use the to adjust image left or right. Minimum is '0' (-). Maximum is '100' (+). ...
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NOTE: Line Out Source selection is available only when the monitor display is in PBP mode. Audio Configurations Audio offers two kind of configurations of audio channels. Use the to move between 2 channels and 5.1 channels and select the desired option. ...
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PBP Mode To turn on or off Picture by Picture (PBP). PBP Source Select an input signal for Picture by Picture (PBP). (HDMI 1/HDMI 2/Component). PBP Contrast Adjust the contrast level of the picture in PBP Mode. Other Settings 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.
LCD Conditioning Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on the degree of image retention, the program may take some time to run. You can enable this feature by selecting "Enable". Factory Reset Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values. Personalize This feature enables you to personalize the shortcut keys.
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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 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source).
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.
Attach mechanism Headphone jacks 3. Power indicator Power/Volume control Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension 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 setup instructions.
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Back to Contents Page Setting Up Your Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor Setting the display resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort™ input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source)(Optimal) ® ® For maximum display performance with Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600...
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Back to Contents Page Setting Up the Monitor Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Connecting the Monitor Organizing Your Cables Attaching the Soundbar (optional) Removing the Stand Attaching the Stand Connecting the Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions.
NOTE: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary. After you have completed connecting the DVI/VGA/DisplayPort cable, follow the procedure below to complete your monitor setup: 1. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet. 2. Turn on the monitor and the computer. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.
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. Removing the Stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface.
Dell™ U3011 Flat Panel Monitor User's Guide Self-Test Built-in Diagnostics Common Problems Product Specific Problems Universal Serial Bus Specific Problems Dell Soundbar Problems WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. 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.
LCD screen has spots Cycle power on-off. Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. For more information on Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: support.dell.com. Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has bright spots Cycle power on-off.
Safety-Related Issues Visible signs of smoke or Do not perform any troubleshooting steps. sparks Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Problems Monitor malfunctions on & off Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is connected properly and is secure.
Some computers have both USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports. Ensure that the correct USB not working at all port is used. Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer. Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream connector). Reboot the computer. Dell™ Soundbar Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions No Sound No power to Soundbar - the Turn the Power/Volume knob on the Soundbar clockwise to the middle position;...