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Dell G3223D Monitor
User's Guide
Monitor Model: G3223D
Regulatory Model: G3223Dc

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  • Page 1 Dell G3223D Monitor User’s Guide Monitor Model: G3223D Regulatory Model: G3223Dc...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2022 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners. 2022 – 03 Rev.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety instructions......6 About your monitor ......7 Package contents .
  • Page 4 Setting up the monitor ..... . .27 Attaching the stand ....27 Using the tilt and vertical extension.
  • Page 5 ..... 72 Contacting Dell..... . . 72...
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your monitor from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that shipped with your monitor. NOTE: Before using the monitor, read the safety information that is shipped with your monitor and printed on the product.
  • Page 7: About Your Monitor

    Package contents The following table provides the list of components that are shipped with your monitor. If any component is missing, contact Dell. For more information, see Contacting Dell. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
  • Page 8 Component description Component image DP1.4 cable USB-C cable • Quick Start Guide • Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information │ About your monitor...
  • Page 9: Product Features

    Product features The Dell G3223D monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • Viewable display area measured diagonally 80 cm (31.50 in.). • 2560 x 1440 resolution, with full-screen support for lower resolutions.
  • Page 10 WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from the monitor may cause damage to the eyes. The long-term effects include but not limited to eye fatigue and digital eye strain. ComfortView Plus feature is designed to reduce the amount of blue light that is emitted from the monitor to optimize eye comfort.
  • Page 11: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Power on/off button To turn the monitor on or off. (with power-status light) Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and functioning normally. Blinking white light indicates that the monitor is in Standby Mode. │...
  • Page 12: Back View

    Releases the stand from the monitor. Regulatory label (including Lists the regulatory approvals. See this barcode, serial number, and label if you need to contact Dell for Service Tag label) technical support. The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that...
  • Page 13: Side View

    Side view Bottom view 8 9 10 Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). Security-lock slot Secure your monitor using a security lock (based on Kensington (purchased separately) to prevent unauthorized Security Slot) movement of your monitor.
  • Page 14 Label Description USB-C upstream port Connect the USB-C cable that came with your monitor to the computer. This port supports USB Power Delivery, Data, and DisplayPort video signal. The SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) Type-C port supports Alternate Mode DP 1.4. It supports a maximum resolution of 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz, PD 5 V/3 A.
  • Page 15: Monitor Specifications

    Monitor specifications Description Value Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type In-plane switching technology (IPS) Viewable image dimensions: Diagonal 800 mm (31.50 in.) Horizontal, Active Area 697.34 mm (27.45 in.) Vertical, Active Area 392.26 mm (15.44 in.) Area 273538.59 mm (423.99 in.
  • Page 16 100 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel -30° to 30° Slant Adjust Dell display manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security-lock slot (cable lock optional purchase) *USB-C (Alternate mode with DisplayPort 1.4); High Bit Rate 3 (HBR3) is supported.
  • Page 17: Resolution Specifications

    Resolution specifications Description Value Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 250 kHz (automatic) Vertical scan range 48 Hz to 144 Hz (HDMI 2.0) 48 Hz to 165 Hz (DisplayPort 1.4) Maximum preset 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz with HDCP 2.2 resolution 2560 x 1440 at 144 Hz with HDCP 2.2 (HDMI 2.0) 2560 x 1440 at 165 Hz with HDCP 2.2 (DisplayPort 1.4/...
  • Page 18: Preset Display Modes

    Preset display modes HDMI Preset Display Modes Horizontal Vertical Sync polarity Pixel clock Display mode frequency frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) IBM, 720 x 400 31.47 70.08 28.32 VESA, 640 x 480 37.50 31.50 VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 59.94 25.18...
  • Page 19 DisplayPort/USB-C Preset Display Modes Horizontal Vertical Sync polarity Pixel clock Display mode frequency frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) IBM, 720 x 400 31.47 70.08 28.32 VESA, 640 x 480 37.50 31.50 VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 59.94 25.18 VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 60.32...
  • Page 20: Electrical Specifications

    Electrical specifications Description Value Video input signals HDMI 2.0 (HDCP), 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair. DisplayPort 1.4, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair. USB-C (with Alternate mode) signal input support. AC input voltage/ 100 VAC to 240 VAC/50 Hz or 60 Hz ±...
  • Page 21: Physical Characteristics

    Physical characteristics Description Value Signal cable type • Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins • Digital: HDMI, 19 pins • Digital: USB-C, 24 pins Dimensions (with stand): Height (extended) 556 mm (21.89 in.) Height (compressed) 456 mm (17.96 in.) Width 713.15 mm (28.08 in.) Depth 246.94 mm (9.72 in.) Dimensions (without stand):...
  • Page 22: Environmental Characteristics

    Environmental characteristics Description Value Compliant standards: • RoHS-compliant • BFR/PVC reduce monitor (The circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates.) • Arsenic-free glass and Mercury-free for the panel only 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) •...
  • Page 23: Plug-And-Play Capability

    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 about Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at www.dell.com/pixelguidelines.
  • Page 24 • Ensure that the monitor screen is at eye level or slightly lower when you are sitting in front of the monitor. • Adjust the tilt of the monitor, its contrast, and brightness settings. • Adjust the ambient lighting around you. Adjust the overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen.
  • Page 25: Handling And Moving Your Display

    Handling and moving your display To ensure that the monitor is handled safely when lifting or moving it, observe the following guidelines: • Before moving or lifting the monitor, turn off your computer and the monitor. • Disconnect all cables from the monitor. •...
  • Page 26: Maintenance Guidelines

    For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below when unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor: • To clean the Dell monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution that is suitable for the Dell monitor screen.
  • Page 27: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the setup instructions that were included with the stand.
  • Page 28 6. Slide the tabs on the stand riser into the slots on the display back cover and lower the stand assembly to snap it into place. 7. Hold the stand riser and lift the monitor carefully, and then place it on a flat surface.
  • Page 29: Using The Tilt And Vertical Extension

    Using the tilt and vertical extension NOTE: These values are applicable to the stand that was shipped with your monitor. To set up with any other stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand. Tilt extension With the stand that is attached to the monitor, you can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.
  • Page 30: Connecting Your Monitor

    Safety instructions. NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with Dell supplied inbox cables. Dell does not guarantee the video quality and performance if non-Dell cables are used. NOTE: Route the cables through the cable-management slot before connecting them.
  • Page 31: Organizing Cables

    Organizing cables Use the cable-management slot to route the cables that are connected to your monitor. │ Setting up the monitor...
  • Page 32: Securing Your Monitor Using Kensington Lock (Optional)

    Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) The security lock slot is at the bottom of the monitor. For more information, see Security-lock slot. Secure your monitor to a table using the Kensington security lock. For more information about using the Kensington lock (sold separately), see the documentation that is shipped with the lock.
  • Page 33: Removing The Monitor Stand

    Removing the monitor stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft surface and handle it carefully. NOTE: The following steps are applicable for removing the stand that is shipped with your monitor.
  • Page 34: Wall Mounting (Optional)

    3. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor. Wall mounting (optional) NOTE: Use M4x10 mm screws to connect the monitor to the wall- mounting kit. Follow the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable flat table. 2.
  • Page 35: Operating Your Monitor

    Operating your monitor Power on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the joystick button Use the joystick button on the rear of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 1. Press the joystick button to launch the OSD main menu. 2.
  • Page 36: Joystick Description

    Joystick Description Joystick Description ∞ When the OSD menu is on, press the button to confirm the selection or save the settings. ∞ When the OSD menu is off, press the button to launch the OSD main menu. For more information, see Accessing the menu system.
  • Page 37: Using The Control Buttons

    Using the control buttons Use the control buttons at the rear of the monitor to adjust the specifications of the image being displayed. Control buttons The following table describes the control buttons: Control buttons Description Use the Menu button to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) and select the OSD menu.
  • Page 38: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Accessing the menu system Icon Menu and Description submenus Game Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Preset Modes Standard Brightness / Contrast Game Enhance Mode Input Source AMD FreeSyne Premium Pro Display Response Time Fast...
  • Page 39 ∞ Custom Color: Enables you to manually adjust the color settings. Moves the joystick button to adjust the Gain, Offset, Hue, and Saturation values and create your own preset color mode. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Standard Game Brightness / Contrast...
  • Page 40 Icon Menu and Description submenus Dark Stabilizer Improves the visibility in the dark gaming scenarios. The higher value (between 0 to 3), increases the better visibility in dark area of the display image. Console Mode Adjusts Console Mode to On/Off, Color, or Gamma.
  • Page 41 ∞ Chroma Vision: This feature can apply heat map in dark gaming scenes. ∞ Crosshair: This feature enhances the visibility of in-game crosshair. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Preset Modes Game Brightness / Contrast Game Enhance Mode...
  • Page 42 Icon Menu and Description submenus Shifts the color of the video image to green or purple. This feature is used to adjust the required flesh tone color. Uses the joystick button to adjust the hue from 0 to 100. Moves the joystick button up to increase the green shade of the video image.
  • Page 43 Icon Menu and Description submenus Brightness/ Uses this menu to adjust the brightness and Contrast contrast. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display PIP/PBP Audio Menu Personalize Others G3223D Brightness Adjusts the luminance of the backlight (minimum 0;...
  • Page 44 Menu and Description submenus Input Source Uses the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game USB-C Brightness / Contrast Input Source HDMI 1 Display HDMI 2...
  • Page 45 Icon Menu and Description submenus Display Uses the display to adjust image. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Aspect Ratio 16:9 Brightness / Contrast Input Color Format Input Source Sharpness Display High Resolution USB-C Prioritization PIP/PBP Uniformity Compensation Desktop Audio Smart HDR...
  • Page 46 Icon Menu and Description submenus Smart HDR Moves the joystick button to switch the Smart HDR feature between Desktop, Movie HDR, Game HDR, Display HDR 400, or Off. Smart HDR (High Dynamic Range) automatically enhances the display output by adjusting the settings optimally to resemble life-like visuals.
  • Page 47 Icon Menu and Description submenus PIP/PBP Enables you to watch more images at the same time. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game PIP/PBP Mode Brightness / Contrast Input Source Display PIP/PBP Audio Menu Personalize Others G3223D PIP/PBP Mode Adjusts the PIP or PBP mode. You can adjust this...
  • Page 48 Icon Menu and Description submenus Audio Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Volume Brightness / Contrast Reset Audio Input Source Display PIP/PBP Audio Menu Personalize Others G3223D Volume Enables you to set the volume level of headphone output. Uses the joystick button to adjust the volume level from 0 to 100.
  • Page 49 Icon Menu and Description submenus Personalize Selects this option to adjust the settings of the personalization. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Game Shortcut Key 1 Preset Modes Brightness / Contrast Shortcut Key 2 Brightness/Contrast Input Source Shortcut Key 3 Vision Engine...
  • Page 50 Icon Menu and Description submenus Others Changes the OSD settings, such as the DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Display Info Game Select Brightness / Contrast DDC/CI Input Source LCD Conditioning Display Firmware 00X000 PIP/PBP ABCDEFG...
  • Page 51 Service Tag Displays the service tag number of the display. The Service Tag is a unique alpha numeric identifier that enables Dell to identify the product specifications and access warranty information. NOTE: The Service Tag is also printed on a label at the back of the cover.
  • Page 52: Console Mode

    Console Mode Console Mode is specifically designed with the excellent picture quality at a fast response time and a high frame rate of 120 Hz to give the best console game experience. It can support up to 4K resolution in this QHD monitor. Support timing Horizontal Vertical...
  • Page 53: Vision Engine

    Night vision, Clear vision, Bino vision, Chroma vision, or Crosshair engines for you to select. Trigger using the OSD or Dell Display Manager to set them up, and trigger from the Shortcut key. Use the OSD menu and Shortcut key to launch Vision Engine: 1.
  • Page 54 Personalize Others G3223D Use the Dell Display Manager and Shortcut key to launch Vision Engine: 1. Press the Joystick button to launch the OSD Main Menu. 2. Move the Joystick button to select Game > Vision Engine to initiate it.
  • Page 55 4. Alternatively, Vision Engine settings can be set in Dell Display Manager (Dell Display Manager installed for better gaming experiences). For more information, see Dell Display Manager installation section on https://www. dell.com/G3223D. The Vision Engine Shortcut Key enables you to configure and use a key combination on the keyboard to toggle through the Vision Engines.
  • Page 56: Usb-C Prioritization

    USB-C Prioritization Enables you to specify the priority to transfer the data with high resolution (High Resolution 4 Lanes) or high speed (High Data Speed 2 Lanes) when using the USB-C port. NOTES: 1. Default setting High Resolution 4 Lanes (HBR3) can support up to 2560 x 1440 at 165 Hz, Color bits 10 bits, HDR;...
  • Page 57: Menu And Power Button Lock

    NOTE: The lock menu can be accessed using this method when the Menu and Power buttons are in unlocked state. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Select option: G3223D To access the unlock menu, press and hold the button 5 for four seconds. An unlock menu appears at the bottom-right corner of the display.
  • Page 58 There are three lock options. Menu Description Menu Buttons When Menu Buttons is selected, the OSD menu settings cannot be changed. All buttons are locked except Power button. Power Button When Power Button is selected, the display cannot be turned off using the Power button. Menu + Power When Menu + Power Buttons is selected, the OSD Buttons...
  • Page 59: Osd Warning Messages

    OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, the following message is displayed: HDMI Dell 32 Gaming Monitor The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please 2560x1440, 144Hz change your input timing to or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor specifications.
  • Page 60 Before the DDC/CI function is disabled, the following message is displayed: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled. Do you wish to disable DDC/CI function? G3223D When the monitor enters the Standby Mode, the following message appears: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Going into Standby mode.
  • Page 61 If an HDMI or DisplayPort or USB-C cable is not connected, the following dialog box appears. The monitor enters Standby Mode after four minutes if left at this state. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 1 Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes.
  • Page 62 Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No USB-C Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/G3223D G3223D When you select OSD items of Factory Reset in Other feature, the following message appears: Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Are you sure you want to reset to default settings? G3223D For more information, see Troubleshooting.
  • Page 63: Setting The Maximum Resolution

    1. For Windows 8.1, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3. If you have more than one monitor connected, ensure that you select G3223D. 4. Click the Screen Resolution drop-down list and select 2560 x 1440.
  • Page 64: Troubleshooting

    If the monitor is working correctly, it detects that there is no signal and one of the following messages appear. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No HDMI 1 Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes.
  • Page 65 Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No DP Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/G3223D G3223D Dell 32 Gaming Monitor No USB-C Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes. www.dell.com/G3223D G3223D NOTE: This dialog box appears even during normal operation and when the video cable is disconnected or damaged.
  • Page 66: Built-In Diagnostics

    1. Ensure that the screen is clean and there are no dust particles on the surface of the screen. 2. Press the Joystick button to launch the OSD Main Menu. 3. Move the joystick button to select Others > Self-Diagnostic to initiate the self-diagnostic process. Dell 32 Gaming Monitor Display Info Select Game DDC/CI...
  • Page 67 6. Repeat step 5 and inspect the screen when it displays the colors green, blue, black, and white followed by the on-screen text. 7. The test is complete when the text screen appears. To exit, toggle the joystick button again. If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the Built-in diagnostics- tool, the monitor is functioning properly.
  • Page 68: Common Problems

    Missing pixels • Cycle power On-Off. • Pixel that is permanently Off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. • For more information about Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. │...
  • Page 69 • Cycle power On-Off. • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. • For more information about Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Brightness problems • Reset the monitor to factory settings (Factory Reset).
  • Page 70 Common Possible solutions symptoms 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.
  • Page 71: Product-Specific Problems

    Product-specific problems Specific Possible solutions symptoms Screen image is too • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display settings small OSD. • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset). Cannot adjust the • Turn off the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable, plug monitor with the it back, and then turn on the monitor.
  • Page 72: Regulatory Information

    G3223D: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/1035291 Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www. dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: Availability varies by country or region and product, and some services may not be available in your country or region.

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