Contents Safety instructions......6 About your monitor ......7 Package contents .
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Connecting the VGA/DP Cable ....26 Organizing cables ..... 27 Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) 28 Removing the monitor stand .
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 included 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.
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.
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Component description Component image Power cable (varies by countries) DP 1.2 cable VGA cable (EMEA and Japan region) • Quick Setup Guide • Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Information │ About your monitor...
Product features The Dell E2723H monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Panel with LED backlight. The monitor has the following features: • 68.60 cm (27.0 in.) viewable area display (measured diagonally). • Wide viewing angles of 178 degrees in vertical and horizontal directions.
Identifying parts and controls Front view Label Description Function buttons To access the on-screen display (OSD) menu. (For more information, see Using the control buttons) Power On/Off button To turn the monitor on or off. (with LED indicator) Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and functioning normally.
Lists the regulatory approvals. Refer Barcode, serial number and to this label if you need to contact Service Tag label) Dell for technical support.The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
Bottom view Label Description Security-lock slot Secure your monitor using a security lock (based on Kensington (purchased separately) to prevent unauthorized Security Slot) movement of your monitor. Power port Connect the power cable DP port Connect your computer with DP cable. VGA port Connect your computer with VGA cable │...
Monitor specifications Model E2723H Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type Vertical Alignment Viewable image Diagonal 685.99 mm (27.01 in.) Horizontal, Active Area 597.89 mm (23.54 in.) Vertical, Active Area 336.31 mm (13.24 in) Area 2010.77 cm (311.67 in. Native resolution and 1920x1080 at 60Hz (DP1.2/VGA)
Bezel width (edge of monitor to active area) 12.90 mm Left/Right 12.71 mm Bottom 15.67 mm Adjustability Tilt -5° to 21° Dell display manager compatibility Security Security-lock slot (cable lock optional purchase) Resolution specifications Model E2723H Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 85 kHz (automatic)
Preset display modes VGA / DP Preset display modes Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA,640 x 480 37.50 75.00 31.50 VESA,640 x 480 31.47 59.94 25.18 IBM,720 x 400 31.47 70.08 28.32...
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Electrical specifications Model E2723H Video input signals DP 1.2, 600mV for each differential line,100 ohm input impedance per differential pair. Analog RGB, 0.7 Volts +/-5%, positive polarity at 75 ohm input impedance AC input voltage/ 100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 1.5 A...
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NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR certified. ENERGY STAR is a program run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) that promotes energy efficiency. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the “factory default” settings and this is the setting in which power savings will be achieved.
• Analog: detachable, D-Sub, 15 pins NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with the video cables that are shipped with your monitor. As Dell does not have control over the different cable suppliers in the market, the type of...
Environmental characteristics Model E2723H Compliant Standards • ENERGY STAR certified monitor • EPEAT registered where applicable. EPEAT registration varies by Country. See www.epeat.net for registration status by country. • RoHS-compliant • TCO Certified & TCO Certified edge • BFR/PVC reduce monitor (The circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates) •...
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 www.dell.com/pixelguidelines.
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• 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 (such as overhead lights, desk lamps, and the curtains or blinds on nearby windows) to minimize reflections and glare on the monitor screen.
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. •...
For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below when unpacking, • To clean the Dell Monitor screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. cleaning, or handling your monitor: If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the Dell Monitor screen.
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Customer Induced Damage (CID). CID is not covered under the standard Dell warranty. • If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth.
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.
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.
Organizing cables Use cable management clip on stand assembly to route the cables connected to your monitor. 4. Turn on the Monitor. │ About your monitor...
Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) The security lock slot is located at the bottom of the monitor. (see Security-lock slot). Secure your monitor to a table using the Kensington security lock. For more information on using the Kensington lock (sold separately), see the documentation that is shipped with the lock.
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 specifically for removing the stand that is shipped with your monitor.
3. While keeping the release button pressed,pull the stand out. To remove the VESA cover Press the dimple on the VESA cover to release it from the back of the display. │ About your monitor...
Using tilt You can tilt the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand is not attached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. 21° 5° │ About your monitor...
Operating your monitor Turning on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the control buttons Use the control buttons at the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed. │ Operating your monitor...
Control buttons The following table describes the control buttons: Control Buttons Description Use this button to choose from a list of preset modes. Shortcut key/Preset Modes Use this button to access to the Brightness and Contrast menu. Shortcut key/ Brightness/Contrast Use the Menu button to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
You can lock the front-panel control buttons to prevent access to the OSD menu and/or power button. Use the Lock menu to lock the button(s). 1. Select one of the following options. Dell 27 Monitor Language rightness / Contrast Auto Adjust...
Use the front-panel control button to lock the button(s). 1. Press and hold button 4 for four seconds, a menu appears on the screen. Dell 27 Monitor Select option: 2. Select one of the following options: Control Buttons Description Select this option to lock OSD menu function.
Press and hold Built-in diagnostics button (button 4) for four seconds until a menu appears on the screen. The following table describes the options to unlock the front-panel control buttons. Dell 27 Monitor Dell 27 Monitor Dell 27 Monitor Select Option:...
OSD controls Use the buttons on the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Control Buttons Description Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu. Use the Down button to decrease values or move down in a menu.
NOTE: Any changes you make are automatically saved when you move to another menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to close automatically. 1. Press the button to display the OSD main menu. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input S ource...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this option to control the brightness or contrast Contrast settings. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Input S ource Color Display Menu Personalize Others Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Auto Adjust Use this option to activate automatic setup and adjust menu. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Press to adjust the screen automatically. Auto Adjust Input Source Color Display Menu Personalize Others The following dialog appears on a black screen as the monitor self-adjusts to the current input: Auto Adjustment in Progress...
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Menu and Description Submenus Input Source Use the input source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Auto Select Input Source Color Reset Input Source...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Color Use color to adjust the color setting mode. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Preset Modes > Standard Input Color Format > RGB Auto Adjust Reset Color Input Source Color Display Menu Personalize Others...
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• Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. Dell 27 Monitor Preset Modes Standard rightness / Contrast Input Color Format...
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• RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or a media player that supports RGB output. • YCbCr: Select this option if your media player supports only YCbCr output. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Preset Modes Auto Adjust Input Color Format...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Display Use the display to adjust image. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Aspect Ratio 16 : 9 Auto Adjust Horizontal Position 4 : 3 Input Source Vertical Position 5 : 4 Color Sharpness Pixel Clock...
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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. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Language English Auto Adjust...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Lock Controls user access to adjustments. The buttons are locked. Dell 27 Monitor Language rightness / Contrast Auto Adjust Transparency Timer Input Source Lock Menu Buttons Color Power Button Reset Menu Display Menu + Power Buttons...
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® Personalize Others Display Info Press to display the information about the display. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Display Info Model: Dell E2723H Auto Adjust DDC/CI Input Source: VGA Input Source LCD Conditioning Current: 1920x1080, 60Hz Color Service Tag...
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Select Off to turn of this feature. Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Display Info Auto Adjust DDC/CI...
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Icon Menu and Description Submenus Service Tag Display the Service Tag number of the monitor. Dell 27 Monitor rightness / Contrast Display Info Auto Adjust DDC/CI Input Source LCD Conditioning Color Service Tag ABCDEFG Display Reset Others Factory Reset ENERGY STAR ®...
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OSD warning messages Before the DDC/CI function is disabled, the following message is displayed. Dell 27 Monitor The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled. Do you wish to disable DDC/CI function? E2723H When the monitor enters Standby Mode, the following message appears.
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If no VGA or DP cable is connected, a foating dialog box as shown below appears. The monitor will enter Standby Mode after 4 minutes if left in this state. Dell P2418HZ Dell 27 Monitor No DP Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.
1. For Windows 8.1, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution. 3. If you have more than one monitor connected, ensure that you select E2723H. 4. Click the Screen Resolution dropdown list and select 1920 x 1080.
If the monitor is working correctly, it detects that there is no signal and one of the following message appears. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Dell P2418HZ Dell 27 Monitor No VGA Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.
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4. Turn Off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on your computer and the monitor. If your monitor remains dark after you reconnect the cables, check your video controller and computer. │ Troubleshooting...
2. Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor then goes into the self-test mode. 3. Press and hold the Exit button (button 4) for four seconds to enter the OSD lock/unlock menu. Dell 27 Monitor Select option: │ Troubleshooting...
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Dell 27 Monitor Select option: 4. Select the icon to run the built-in diagnostics. 5. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. 6. Press the Up button (button 1) on the back cover again. The color of the screen changes to grey.
Missing pixels • 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: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. │...
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• 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: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Brightness problems • Reset the monitor to factory settings (Factory Reset).
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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.
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 power cord, plug it back, monitor with the and then turn On the monitor.
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E2723H: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/1140053 Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your country. 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.