AW2720HF - Screen ALIENWARE - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	27-inch Gaming Monitor
Model	Alienware AW2720HF
Display technology	Fast IPS, LED backlight
Resolution	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Refresh rate	240 Hz
Response time	1 ms (gray-to-gray) in Extreme mode
Adaptive sync	AMD FreeSync
Color gamut	99% sRGB
Viewing angle	178° / 178° (typical)
Brightness	350 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio	1000:1 (typical)
Connectivity	1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x USB 3.0 upstream, 4 x USB 3.0 downstream, headphone port, line-out
Dimensions (with stand)	612.7 x 443.1-559.4 x 251.9 mm (W x H x D)
Weight (with stand)	8.8 kg
Weight (without stand)	4.6 kg
Power consumption	29 W (typical), <0.3 W (standby)
Adjustability	Tilt (-5° to 21°), Swivel (-20° to 20°), Pivot (-90° to 90°), Height (0 to 130 mm)
VESA mount	100 x 100 mm
Lighting	AlienFX RGB lighting (20 colors, effects)
Preset modes	Standard, FPS, MOBA/RTS, RPG, SPORTS, ComfortView, Custom
Maintenance	Clean with soft damp cloth; avoid benzene, thinner, ammonia
Safety	Complies with FCC, Regulatory notices; follow safety instructions
Spare parts / reparability	Stand and VESA cover removable; contact Dell for support

Frequently Asked Questions - AW2720HF ALIENWARE

What is the maximum refresh rate of the Alienware AW2720HF?

The monitor supports a maximum refresh rate of 240 Hz via DisplayPort or HDMI.

Does the AW2720HF support AMD FreeSync?

Yes, it supports AMD FreeSync to reduce screen tearing and provide smoother gameplay.

What is the response time of this monitor?

The response time is 1 ms gray-to-gray in Extreme mode, 2 ms in Super Fast mode, and 4 ms in Fast mode.

How do I clean the monitor screen?

Use a soft, clean cloth lightly dampened with water. Avoid using benzene, thinner, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners.

Can I mount the monitor on a wall?

Yes, it is VESA compatible (100 x 100 mm) using a UL-listed wall mount kit with minimum load capacity of 18.4 kg.

How do I adjust the monitor's height and tilt?

The stand allows height adjustment (up to 130 mm), tilt (-5° to +21°), swivel (-20° to +20°), and pivot (rotate 90° clockwise or counterclockwise).

What is the AlienFX lighting feature?

AlienFX provides customizable LED lighting on the power button, logo, and stand. Effects include Color, Spectrum, Breathing, etc., configurable via the Alienware Command Center.

How do I run the built-in diagnostics?

Press and hold Button 5 for 4 seconds, then select Diagnostics from the menu. The monitor will display colored screens to check for defects.

What should I do if the monitor displays 'No Signal'?

Ensure the correct input source is selected, the video cable is securely connected, and the computer is not in sleep mode. Try re-plugging the cable or restarting the computer.

How do I lock the control buttons on the monitor?

Press and hold Button 5 for 4 seconds to see the lock menu. Choose to lock Menu Buttons, Power Button, or both. Repeat to unlock.

USER MANUAL AW2720HF ALIENWARE

Alienware AW2720HF Monitor User's Guide

Notes, cautions, and warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
△ CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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2019 - 12

Rev. A02

Contents

About your monitor....6

Package contents 6

Product features 8

Identifying parts and controls....9

Front view....9

Back view....10

Rear and bottom view ......11

Monitor specifications 12

Resolution specifications 14

Supported video modes....14

Preset display modes....15

Electrical specifications....15

Physical characteristics ....16

Environmental characteristics....17

Power management modes....18

Pin assignments ....19

Plug and Play capability....20

Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface 21

USB upstream connector....21

USB downstream connector 22

USB ports.... 22

LCD monitor quality and pixel policy....23

Maintenance guidelines 23

Cleaning your monitor 23

Setting up the monitor....24

Attaching the stand 24

Connecting the computer 28

Removing the monitor stand 29

VESA wall mounting (optional)....31

Operating the monitor....32

Power on the monitor ....32

Using the joystick control....32

Using the rear-panel controls ....33

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu .....34

Accessing the menu system ....34

OSD warning message 45

Locking the rear-panel control buttons 47

Setting the maximum resolution 48

Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension ..... 49

Tilt and swivel extensions....49

Vertical extension ....49

Rotating the monitor....50

Rotate clockwise....50

Rotate counterclockwise....51

Adjusting the rotation display settings of your system . . . 52

Using AlienFX application....53

Prerequisites 53

Installing AWCC through Windows update 53

Installing AWCC from the Dell Support website ..... 53

Navigating the AlienFX window.... 54

Creating a theme 56

Setting lighting effects.... 57

Troubleshooting ....60

Self-test....60

Built-in diagnostics ....61

Common problems.... 62

Product specific problems 64

Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems.....65

Appendix....66

FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory information....66

Contact Dell....66

About your monitor

Package contents

Your monitor ships with the components shown below. If any component is missing, contact Dell technical support. For more information see Contact Dell.

NOTE: Some components may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.

Component image Component description
	Monitor
	Stand riser
	Stand base
	I/O cover
	Power cable (varies by country)
	DisplayPort cable(DisplayPort to DisplayPort)
	HDMI cable
	USB 3.0 upstream cable(enables the USB ports on the monitor)
	· Q u i c k S e t· Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information· Alienware Welcome Letter

Product features

The Alienware AW2720HF monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and LED backlight. The monitor features include:

• 68.5 cm (27 inch) viewable area (measured diagonally). Resolution: Up to 1920 x 1080 through DisplayPort and HDMI, with full-screen support or lower resolutions, supporting an extremely high refresh rate of 240 Hz.
• AMD FreeSync monitor, with a extremely high refresh rate of 240 Hz and a rapid response time of 1 ms gray to gray in Extreme mode*.
• Color gamut of sRGB 99%.
• Tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustment capabilities.
• Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
• Digital connectivity via 1 DisplayPort and 2 HDMI ports.
• Equipped with 1 USB upstream port and 4 USB downstream ports.
• Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
• On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of setup and screen optimization.
• AW2720HF offers a couple of preset modes including FPS (First-Person Shooter), MOBA/RTS (Real-Time Strategy), RPG (Role-Playing Game), SPORTS (Racing) and three customizable game modes for user's own preference. In addition, key enhanced gaming features such as Timer, Frame Rate, and Display Alignment are provided to help improve gamer's performance and provide best-in game advantage.
• 0.3 W standby power when in sleep mode.
• Optimize eye comfort with a flicker-free screen.

WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from the monitor may cause damage to the eyes, including eye fatigue, digital eye strain, and so on. ComfortView feature is designed to reduce the amount of blue light emitted from the monitor to optimize eye comfort.

* The 1 ms gray-to-gray mode is achievable in the Extreme mode to reduce visible motion blur and increased image responsiveness. However, this may introduce some slight and noticeable visual artifacts into the image. As every system setup and every gamer's needs are different, Alienware recommends that users experiment with the different modes to find the setting that is right for them.

Identifying parts and controls

Front view

Label	Description Use
1	Cable-management slot(on the front side of the stand)	To organize the cables neatly.
2	Power On/Off button(with LED indicator)	To turn the monitor on or off.

Back view

Back view without monitor stand

Diagram of a device with a central vertical support and two monitors, labeled 'E7' and number '9' (no text or symbols on the device itself)

Top-down view of a modern computer monitor with a stand and indicator lights (no visible text or symbols)

Back view with monitor stand

Label	Description Use
1	Joystick Use it to control the OSD menu.
2	Function buttons	For more information, see Operating the monitor.
3	Barcode, serial number, and Service Tag label	Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support.
4	Cable-management clip To organize the cables neatly.
5	Stand release button Releases stand from the monitor.
6	VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - behind VESA Cover)	Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm).
7 Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals.
8	Lighting dock connector	When the stand riser is attached to the monitor, the dock supplies power to the light on the stand.
9 Cable-management slot (at the back of the stand)		To organize cables by routing them through this slot.
10 I/O cover Protects the I/O ports.

Rear and bottom view

Rear and bottom view without monitor stand

Label Description Use
1	Power connector	Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor).
2	USB upstream port	Connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to this port and your computer to enable the USB ports on your monitor.
3,6 USB downstream ports (3)		Connect your USB device.*NOTE: To use these ports, you must connect the USB cable (shipped with your monitor) to the USB-upstream port on the monitor and to your computer.
4 USB downstream port with Power Charging		Connect to charge your USB device.
5 Headphone port Connect		headphone or speakers.
7 HDMI port (HDMI 1)		Connect your computer with the HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor).
8 HDMI port (HDMI 2)		Connect your computer with the HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor).
9 DisplayPort		Connect your computer with DisplayPort-DisplayPort cable (shipped with your monitor).
10 Line-out port Connect your speakers.		NOTE: This port does not support headphones.

* To avoid signal interference, when a wireless USB device has been connected to a USB downstream port, it is not recommended to connect any other USB devices to the adjacent port.

Monitor specifications

Model AW2720HF
Screen type Active matrix	- TFT LCD
Panel technology Fast IPS
Aspect ratio 16:9
Viewable image
Diagonal	685.0 mm (27 in.)
Width (active area)	596.7 mm (23.49 in.)
Height (active area)	335.7 mm (13.22 in.)
Total area	200302.8 mm^2 (310.47 in^2 )
Pixel pitch 0.3108 mm x 0.3108 mm
Pixel per inch (PPI) 82
Viewing angle
Vertical	178° (typical)
Horizontal	178° (typical)
Luminance output	350 cd/m^2 (typical)
Contrast ratio	1000 to 1 (typical)
Faceplate coating	Anti-glare treatment of the front polarizer (Haze 25%, 3H)
Backlight WLED
Response time	1 ms gray to gray in Extreme Mode *2 ms gray to gray in Super Fast Mode4 ms gray to gray in Fast Mode* The 1 ms gray-to-gray mode is achievable in the Extreme mode to reduce visible motion blur and increased image responsiveness. However this may introduce some slight and noticeable visual artifacts into the image. As every system setup and every gamer's needs are different, Alienware recommends that users experiment with the different modes to find the setting that is right for them.
Color depth 16.78 million	colors
Color gamut sRGB 99%
Built-in devices • USB 3.0	Super-Speed hub (with 1 USB 3.0 upstream port)4 x USB 3.0 downstream port (including 1 port which supports power-charging)
Connectivity • 1 x Display	Port version 1.2 (rear)2 x HDMI port version 2.0 (rear)1 x USB 3.0 upstream port (rear)4 x USB 3.0 downstream ports (bottom: 2; rear: 2)1 x headphone port (bottom)1 x audio line-out port (rear)
Border width (edge of monitor to active area)
Top	8.0 mm
Left/Right	8.0 mm/8.0 mm
Bottom	23.2 mm
Adjustability
Height adjustable stand	0 to 130 mm
Tilt	-5° to 21°
Swivel	-20° to 20°
Pivot	-90° to 90°
Dell Display Manager (DDM) Compatibility	Easy Arrange and other key features

Resolution specifications

Model AW2720HF
Horizontal scan range	▪ DisplayPort 1.2: 255 to 255 kHz (automatic)▪ HDMI 2.0: 30 to 255 kHz (automatic)
Vertical scan range • Display	Port 1.2: 48 to 240 Hz (automatic)▪ HDMI 2.0: 48 to 240 Hz (automatic)
Maximum preset resolution	▪ DisplayPort: 1920 x 1080 @ 240 Hz▪ HDMI: 1920 x 1080 @ 240 Hz

Supported video modes

Model AW2720HF
Video display capabilities (HDMI & DisplayPort playback)	480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, FHD

Preset display modes

Display mode Horizontal frequency (kHz)	Vertical frequency (Hz)	Pixel clock (MHz)	Sync polarity (Horizontal/ Vertical)
VESA, 640 x 480 31	.5 60.0 25.2 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480	37.5	75.0	-/-
IBM, 720 x 400 31	5 70.0 28.3 -/+
VESA, 800 x 600 31	7.9 60.0 40.0 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600	46.9	75.0	49.5
VESA, 1024 x 768	64.0	60.0	108.0
VESA, 1024 x 768	80.0	75.0	135.0
VESA, 1152 x 864	60.0	60.0	108.0
VESA, 1280 x 1024	67.5	60.0	148.5
VESA, 1280 x 1024	137.3	120.0	285.5
VESA, 1600 x 900	166.6	144.0	346.5
VESA, 1920 x 1080	278.1	240.0	567.4

NOTE: This monitor supports AMD FreeSync.

Electrical specifications

Model	AW2720HF
Video input signals	HDMI 2.0*/DisplayPort 1.2, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair.
AC input voltage/frequency/current	100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ± 3 Hz / 1.5 A (typical)
Inrush current	· 120 V: 30 A (max.) at 0°C (cold start)· 220 V: 60 A (max.) at 0°C (cold start)

* Does not support the HDMI 2.0 optional specification, including Consumer Electronics Control (CEC), HDMI Ethernet Channel (HEC), Audio Return Channel (ARC), standard for 3D format and resolutions, and standard for 4K digital cinema resolution.

Physical characteristics

Model AW2720HF
Signal cable type	Digital: HDMI, 19 pinsDigital: DisplayPort, 20 pinsUniversal Serial Bus: USB, 9 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 material, connector and process used to manufacture these cables, Dell does not guarantee video performance on cables that are not shipped with your Dell monitor.
Dimensions (with stand)
Height (extended) 559.4 mm (2	2.02 in.)
Height (compressed) 443.1 mm (17.45 in.)
Width 612.7 mm (24.12 in.)
Depth 251.9 mm (9.92 in.)
Dimensions (without stand)
Height 366.8 mm (14.44 in.)
Width 612.7 mm (24.12 in.)
Depth 78.7 mm (3.10 in.)
Stand dimensions
Height (extended) 452.0 mm (1	7.80 in.)
Height (compressed) 443.1 mm (17.45 in.)
Width 465.2 mm (18.31 in.)
Depth 251.9 mm (9.92 in.)
Weight
Weight with packaging 13.3 kg (29.32 lb)
Weight with stand assembly and cables	8.8 kg (19.40 lb)
Weight without stand assembly (For wall mount or VESA mount considerations - no cables)	4.6 kg (10.14 lb)
Weight of stand assembly 3.7 kg (8.16 lb)
Front frame gloss 17	± 3 (only front chin)

Environmental characteristics

Model AW2720HF
Compliant standards
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)• Shipping: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Humidity
Operating 10% to 80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating • Storage: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)• Shipping: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude
Operating 5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum)
Non-operating 12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum)
Thermal dissipation	• 221.8 BTU/hour (maximum)• 60.0 BTU/hour (typical)

Power management modes

If you have a VESA DPM™ compliant display card or software installed on your computer, the monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. This is referred to as Power save mode*. If the computer detects input from the keyboard, mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes to function. The following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power saving feature:

VESA modes	Horizontal sync	Vertical sync	Video Power indicator	Power consumption
Normal operation	Active	Active	Active	Blue 73 W (maximum)**29 W (typical)
Active-off mode	Inactive Inactive	Active Blanked White	( blinking)	Less than 0.3 W
Switch off	-	-	-	Off Less than 0.3 W

Power Consumption P_on	20.78 W
Total Energy Consumption (TEC) 65.59 kWh

* Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting the main cable from the monitor.

** Maximum power consumption with max luminance, and USB active.

This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and peripherals you ordered and shall have no obligation to update such information. Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or implied.

NOTE:

P_on : Power consumption of On mode measured with reference to Energy Star test method.

TEC: Total energy consumption in kWh measured with reference to Energy Star test method.

Pin assignments

DisplayPort connector

Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable
1 ML3 (n)
2 GND
3 ML3 (p)
4 ML2 (n)
5 GND
6 ML2 (p)
7 ML1 (n)
8 GND
9 ML1 (p)
10 ML0 (n)
11 GND
12 ML0 (p)
13 GND
14 GND
15 AUX (p)
16 GND
17 AUX (n)
18 Hot Plug Detect
19 Re-PWR
20 +3.3 V	DP_PWR

HDMI connector

Pin number	19-pin side of the connected signal cable
1 TMDS	DATA 2+
2 TMDS	DATA 2 SHIELD
3 TMDS	DATA 2-
4 TMDS	DATA 1+
5 TMDS	DATA 1 SHIELD
6 TMDS	DATA 1-
7 TMDS	DATA 0+
8 TMDS	DATA 0 SHIELD
9 TMDS	DATA 0-
10 TMDS	CLOCK+
11 TMDS	CLOCK SHIELD
12 TMDS	CLOCK-
13 CEC
14 Reserved (N.C. on device)
15 DDC	CLOCK (SCL)
16 DDC	DATA (SDA)
17 DDC/CEC Ground
18 +5V	POWER
19 HOT	PLUG DETECT

Plug and Play capability

You can connect the monitor to any Plug and Play-compatible system. The monitor automatically provides the computer system with its Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so that the system can configure itself and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic; you can select different settings if desired. For more information about changing the monitor settings, see Operating the monitor.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface

This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on the monitor.

NOTE: This monitor is Super-Speed USB 3.0 compatible.

Transfer speed Data rate Power consumption*
Super-Speed 5 Gbps	4.5 W (Max, each port)
High speed 480 Mbps	4.5 W (Max, each port)
Full speed 12 Mbps	4.5 W (Max, each port)

* Up to 2 A on USB downstream port (with SS-0 battery icon) with battery charging version-compliant devices or normal USB devices.

USB upstream connector

Pin number 9-pin side of the connector

1 VCC

2 D-

3 D+

4 GND

5 SSTX-

6 SSTX+

7 GND

8 SSRX-

9 SSRX+

USB downstream connector

Pin number 9-pin side of the connector

1 VCC

2 D-

3 D+

4 GND

5 SSRX-

6 SSRX+

7 GND

8 SSTX-

9 SSTX+

USB ports

• 1 x upstream - rear
• 2 x downstream - rear
• 2 x downstream - bottom

Power charging port - the port with SC-1 supports up to 2 A fast-charging capability if the device is BC1.2 compatible.

NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0-capable computer.

NOTE: The USB ports on the monitor work only when the monitor is turned on or in power save mode. If you turn off the monitor and then turn it on, the attached peripherals may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality.

LCD monitor quality and pixel policy

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 www.dell.com/support/monitors.

Maintenance guidelines

Cleaning your monitor

△ CAUTION: 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 when unpacking, cleaning, or handling your monitor:

• To clean your anti-static screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the anti-static coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed air.
• Use a lightly-dampened, warm cloth to clean the monitor. Avoid using detergent of any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the monitor.
• If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth.
• Handle your monitor with care as a darker-colored monitor may get scratched and show white scuff marks more than a lighter-colored monitor.
• To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically changing screen saver and turn off your monitor when not in use.

Setting up the monitor

Attaching the stand

NOTE: The stand is not factory-installed.

NOTE: The following instructions are only applicable for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand.

CAUTION: The following steps are important to protect your curved screen. Do follow the instructions below to finish up the installation.

1. Remove the stand riser and stand base from the packaging cushion.

3D illustration of a mechanical device inside a box, showing internal components and airflow direction arrows (no text or symbols)

1. Align and place the stand riser on the stand base.
2. Open the screw handle at the bottom of the stand base and turn it clockwise to secure the stand assembly.
3. Close the screw handle.

Diagram showing a device being processed from a left-side frame to a right-side view of a mechanical component, with an inset highlighting the wheel's rotation (no text or symbols present)

1. Open the protective cover on the monitor to access the VESA slot on the monitor.

3D illustration of a cardboard box containing a white plastic bag with blue directional arrows indicating flow or movement (no text or symbols)

1. 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.

3D diagram of a cardboard box containing a white plastic fan or blade assembly, with blue arrows indicating parts of the interior (no text or symbols present)

1. Route the power cable through the cable-management slot on the stand and then through the cable-management clip at the back of the display.

2. Connect the power cable to the monitor.

Interior view of a computer case with open lid and cable rack, showing internal components and blue directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

1. Now route the required cables through the cable-management slot on the stand and then through the cable-management clip at the back of the display.

2. USB upstream cable

3. USB downstream cables (optional, cables are not included)
4. HDMI cable
5. DisplayPort cable

NOTE: Route each cable neatly so that the cables are organized before the I/O cover is installed.

CAUTION: Do not plug the power cable into the wall outlet or turn on the monitor until you are instructed to do so.

1. Hold the stand riser and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat surface.

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△ CAUTION: Hold the stand riser firmly when lifting the monitor to avoid any accidental damage.

1. Lift the protective cover from the monitor.

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1. Slide the tabs on the I/O cover into the slots on the display back cover until it snaps into place.

Diagram of a device with blue arrows indicating directional movement, showing internal structure and assembly (no text or symbols)

NOTE: Ensure that all cables pass through the I/O cover and cable-management slot on the stand riser.

Connecting the computer

WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety instructions.

NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the computer at the same time.

NOTE: The images are for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the computer may vary.

To connect your monitor to the computer:

1. Connect the other end of the DisplayPort cable or HDMI cable to your computer.

2. Connect the other end of the USB 3.0 upstream cable to an appropriate USB 3.0 port on your computer.

3. Connect the USB 3.0 peripherals to the USB 3.0 downstream ports on the monitor.

4. Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a wall outlet.

5. Turn on the monitor and the computer.

If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not display an image, see Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems.

Removing the monitor stand

NOTE: To prevent scratches on the display when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface.

NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand.

1. Turn off the monitor.

2. Disconnect the cables from the computer.

3. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion.

4. Carefully slide and remove the I/O cover from the monitor.

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1. Disconnect the cables from the monitor and slide them out through the cable-management slot on the stand riser.

Close-up of a device with cable and ventilation system, showing internal components and blue directional arrows (no text or symbols)

1. Press and hold the stand release button.

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1. Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.

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VESA wall mounting (optional)

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(Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm)

Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit.

1. Place the monitor panel on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable flat surface.

2. Remove the monitor stand. (See Removing the monitor stand.)

3. Use a Phillips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the plastic cover.

4. Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor.

5. Mount the monitor on the wall. For more information, see the documentation that shipped with the wall mounting kit.

NOTE: For use only with UL-listed wall mount bracket with minimum weight or load bearing capacity of 18.4 kg.

Operating the monitor

Power on the monitor

Press the power button to turn on the monitor.

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Using the joystick control

Use the joystick control on the rear of the monitor to make OSD adjustments.

Illustration showing a finger interacting with a hexagonal button and a digital display device (no text or symbols visible)

1. Press the joystick button to launch the OSD main menu.
2. Move the joystick up/down/left/right to toggle between options.
3. Press the joystick button again to confirm the settings and exit.

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. See Accessing the menu system.

• For 2-way (right and left) directional navigation.
• Move right to enter the submenu.
• Move left to exit from the submenu.
• Increases (right) or decreases (left) the parameters of selected menu item.

- For 2-way (up and down) directional navigation.

- Toggles between the menu items.

- Increases (up) or decreases (down) the parameters of selected menu item.

Using the rear-panel controls

Use the control buttons on the rear of the monitor to access the OSD menu and shortcut keys.

The following table describes the rear-panel buttons:

Rear-panel button Description
1		To launch the OSD main menu. See Accessing the menu system.
	Menu
2		To exit the OSD main menu.
	Exit
3		To specify a desired color mode from a preset list.
	Shortcut key/Preset Modes
4		To directly access the Dark Stabilizer adjustment slider.
	Shortcut key/Dark Stabilizer
5		To directly access the Brightness/Contrast adjustment sliders.
	Shortcut key/Brightness/Contrast

When you press any of these buttons (excluding the joystick button), the OSD Status Bar appears to let you know the current settings of some OSD functions.

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu

Accessing the menu system

Icon Menu and submenus

Description

Game Use this menu to personalize your visual gameplay experience.

Preset Modes Allows you to choose from a list of preset color modes.

• Standard: Loads the monitor's default color settings. This is the default preset mode.
• FPS: Lo ads color settings ideal for First-Person Shooter (FPS) games.

Preset Modes

- MOBA/RTS: Loads color settings ideal for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) and Real-Time Strategy (RTS) games.

- RPG: Loads color settings ideal for Role-Playing Games (RPG).

- SPORTS: Loads color settings ideal for sports games.

- Game 1/Game 2/Game 3: Allows you to customize the color settings for your gaming needs.

- ComfortView: Decreases the level of blue light emitted from the screen to make viewing more comfortable for your eyes.

WARNING: The possible long-term effects of blue light emission from the monitor may cause personal injury such as digital eye strain, eye fatigue and damage to the eyes. Using monitor for extended periods of time may also cause pain in parts of body such as neck, arm, back and shoulder.

To reduce the risk of eye strain and neck/arm/back/shoulder pain from using the monitor for long periods of time, we suggest you to:

1. Set the distance of the screen between 20 inches to 28 inches (50 cm-70 cm) from your eyes.
2. Blink frequently to moisten your eyes or wet your eyes with water after prolonged usage of the monitor.
3. Take regular and frequent breaks for 20 minutes every two hours.
4. Look away from your monitor and gaze at a distant object at 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds during the breaks.
5. Perform stretches to relieve tension in the neck, arm, back, and shoulders during the breaks.

- Warm: Presents colors at lower color temperatures. The screen appears warmer with a red/yellow tint.

- Cool: Presents colors at higher color temperatures. The screen appears cooler with a blue tint.

- Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Move the joystick to adjust the Gain, Offset, Hue, and Saturation values and create your own preset color mode.

Game Enhance Mode

The feature offers three available functions to enhance your gameplay experience.

- Off

Select to disable the functions under Game Enhance Mode.

- Timer

Allows you to disable or enable the timer at the upper left corner of the display. The timer shows the time elapsed since the game starts. Select an option from the time-interval list to keep you aware of the remaining time.

- Frame Rate

Selecting On allows you to display the current frames per second when playing games. The higher the rate, the smoother the motion appears.

- Display Alignment

Activate the function to help ensure the perfect alignment of the video contents from multiple displays.

FreeSync	When you select On, the monitor runs at the highest frame rate possible to eliminates both input lag and screen tearing, delivering smoother gameplay.
Response Time	Allows you to set the Response Time to Fast, Super Fast or Extreme.

Dark Stabilizer

The feature improves the visibility in the dark gaming scenarios. The higher the value (between 0 to 3), the better visibility in dark area of the display image.

Hue This feature can shift the color of the video image to green or purple. This is used to adjust the desired flesh-tone color.

Use the joystick to adjust the hue level from 0 to 100.

Move the joystick up to increase the green shade of the video image.

Move the joystick down to increase the purple shade of the video image.

NOTE: The Hue adjustment is available only when you select FPS, MOBA/RTS, SPORTS, or RPG preset mode.

Saturation This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image.

Use the joystick to adjust the saturation level from 0 to 100.

Move the joystick up to increase the colorful appearance of the video image.

Move the joystick down to increase the monochrome appearance of the video image.

NOTE: The Saturation adjustment is available only when you select FPS, MOBA/RTS, SPORTS, or RPG preset mode.

Reset Game Resets all settings under the Game menu to the factory defaults.

Input Source

Use the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor.

DP

Select the DP input when you are using the DisplayPort (DP) connector. Press the joystick button to confirm the selection.

HDMI 1 Select the HD MI 1or HDMI 2 input when you are using the HDMI 2
Auto Select Turn on the function to allow the monitor to automatically scan for available input sources. Press the joystick button to confirm the selection.
Reset Input Source	Resets all settings under the Input Source menu to the factory defaults.

AlienFX Lighting
Use this menu to adjust the LED light settings for the Power button, Alienware logo, and the light stripe on the stand.

Color

To specify an LED lighting color, select On and move the joystick to highlight the Custom Color option.

Then you can make a selection from the list of 20 available colors by moving the joystick up or down.

The following table depicts the color number and the RGB codes used for the 20 LED colors.

No.	R	G	B
1 0	0	0
2 100	0	240
3 144	0	240
4 240	0	240
5 240	0		176
6 240	0		112
7 240	0		0
8 240	80		0
9 240	128		0
10 240	224		0
11 120	240		0
12 160	240		0
13 100	245	35
14	0	240	0
15	0	240	85
16 70	240	145
17	0	240	240
18	0	160	240
19	0	96	240
20	0	0	240

To turn off the AlienFX lights, select Off.

NOTE: These functions are only available when Spectrum is disabled.

Custom

It is a read-only menu. When you use Color or/and Spectrum to make LED lighting adjustments, this menu status shows Off; when you make the LED lighting adjustments through AlienFX application, the status changes to On.

Spectrum

When you select On, the LED lighting glows and changes colors in the sequence of the color spectrum: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.

Reset AlienFX Lighting

Resets all settings under the AlienFX Lighting menu to the factory defaults.

Display Use Display to adjust images.

Brightness

Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight.

Move the joystick up to increase the brightness level or move the joystick down to decrease the brightness level (min. 0 / max. 100).

Contrast Adjust Br

ightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if

further adjustment is necessary.

Move the joystick up to increase the contrast level or move the joystick down to decrease the contrast level (min. 0 / max. 100).

The Contrast function adjusts the degree of difference between darkness and lightness on the monitor screen.

Aspect Ratio

Adjusts the image ratio to Wide 16:9, Auto Resize, 4:3, or 1:1.

	Input Color Format	Allows you to set the video input mode to:RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer (or media player) using the DP or HDMI cable.YPbPr: Select this option if your media player supports only YPbPr output.
	Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Move the joystick to adjust the sharpness level from 0 to 100.
	Reset Display Resets all settings under the Di splay menu to the factory defaults.
	Audio
	Volume Allows you to set the volume level of headphone output.Use the joystick to adjust the volume level from 0 to 100.
	Reset Audio	Resets all settings under the Audio menu to the factory defaults.
	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.
	Language Set the OSD display to one of the eight languages (English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese).
	Transparency Select this option to change the menu transparency by moving the joystick up or down (min. 0/max. 100).
	Timer Sets the length of time for the OSD to remain active after you move the joystick or press a button.Move the joystick to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.
	Reset Menu Resets all settings under the Men u menu to the factory defaults.
	Personalize
	Shortcut Key 1	Allows you to choose a feature from Preset Modes, Game
	Shortcut Key 2	Enhance Mode, Dark Stabilizer, Brightness/Contrast, Input Source, Aspect Ratio, or Volume and set it as a shortcut key.
	Shortcut Key 3
	USB Allows you to enable or disable USB function during monitor standby mode.NOTE: USB ON/OFF under standby mode is only available when the USB upstream cable is unplugged. This option will be greyed out when the USB upstream cable plugs in.
	Reset Personalization Resets all settings under the Personalize menu to the factory defaults.

Others

Display Info Displays the monitor's current settings.

DDC/CI DDC/CI (Di splay Data Channel/Command Interface) allows your monitor parameters (brightness, color balance, and etc.) to be adjustable via the software on your computer.

You can disable this feature by selecting Off.

Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor.

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 On.

Firmware Displays the firmware version of your monitor.

Service Tag Displays the service tag of your monitor. This string is required when you look for phone support, check your warranty status, update drivers on Dell's website, etc.

Reset Others Resets all settings under the Others menu to the factory defaults.

Factory Reset Resets all OSD settings to the factory defaults.

OSD warning message

When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you will see the following message:

NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal.

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 1920 x 1080.

You will see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled:

When the monitor enters the Power Save Mode, the following message appears:

Activate the computer and wake up the monitor to gain access to the Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal.

If you press any button other than the power button, the following message will appear depending on the selected input:

NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal.

If either HDMI or DP input is selected and the corresponding cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.

NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal.

When Factory Reset is selected, the following message appears:

See Troubleshooting for more information.

Locking the rear-panel control buttons

You can lock the rear-panel control buttons to prevent access to the OSD menu and/or power button.

To lock the button(s):

1. Press and hold Button 5 for four seconds, a menu appears on the screen.

2. Select one of the following options:

3. Menu Buttons: Choose this option to lock all OSD menu buttons except the Power button.
   • Power Button: Choose this option to lock only the Power button.

4. Menu + Power Buttons: Choose this option to lock all the buttons on the rear-panel control.

To unlock the button(s), press and hold Button 5 for four seconds until a menu appears on the screen. Select the Unlock icon 📋 to unlock the button(s).

Setting the maximum resolution

To set the maximum resolution for the monitor:

In Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1:

1. For Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop.
2. Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.
3. Click the Dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 1920 x 1080.
4. Click OK.

In Windows 10:

1. Right-click on the desktop and click Display settings.
2. Click Advanced display settings.
3. Click the dropdown list of Resolution and select 1920 x 1080.
4. Click Apply.

If you do not see 1920 x 1080 as an option, you may need to update your graphics driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following procedures:

If you have a Dell desktop or a laptop:

- Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.

If you are using a non-Dell computer (laptop or desktop):

• Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers.
• Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers.

Using the tilt, swivel, and vertical extension

NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for attaching the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the set up instructions that were included with the stand.

Tilt and swivel extensions

With the stand attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.

NOTE: The stand is not factory-installed.

Vertical extension

NOTE: The stand extends vertically up to 130 mm. The figure below illustrates how to extend the stand vertically.

Rotating the monitor

Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully extended vertically (vertical extension) and fully tilted up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.

Diagram of a computer monitor with two directional arrows indicating orientation (no text or symbols)

Rotate clockwise

Rotate counterclockwise

Modern flat-screen monitor with a blue arrow and '90°' label, no additional text or symbols visible

NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view) with your Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver that is not included with this monitor. To download the graphics driver, go to www.dell.com/support and see the Download section for Video Drivers for latest driver updates.

NOTE: When in the Portrait View Mode, you may experience performance degradation in graphic-intensive applications (3D Gaming and etc.).

Adjusting the rotation display settings of your system

After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete the procedure below to adjust the Rotation Display Settings of your system.

NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, you need to go the graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer website for information on rotating the 'contents' on your display.

To adjust the Rotation Display Settings:

1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties.
2. Select the Settings tab and click Advanced.
3. If you have an ATI graphics card, select the Rotation tab and set the preferred rotation.
4. If you have an NVIDIA graphics card, click the NVIDIA tab, in the left-hand column select NVRotate, and then select the preferred rotation.
5. If you have an Intel ^® graphics card, select the Intel graphics tab, click Graphic Properties, select the Rotation tab, and then set the preferred rotation.

NOTE: If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working correctly, go to www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver for your graphics card.

Using AlienFX application

You can configure the LED lighting effects across multiple distinct zones on your Alienware monitor through AlienFX in AWCC (Alienware Command Center).

NOTE: If you have an Alienware Gaming Desktop or Laptop, you can directly access AWCC to control the lightings.

NOTE: For more information, see Alienware Command Center Online Help.

Prerequisites

Before installing the AWCC on a non-Alienware system:

• Ensure the OS of your computer is Windows 10 R3 or later.
• Ensure your internet connection is active.
• Ensure that the supplied USB cable is connected to both the Alienware monitor and the computer.

Installing AWCC through Windows update

1. The AWCC application is downloaded and will be automatically installed. The installation takes a few minutes to complete.
2. Navigate to the program folder to ensure that the installation is successful. Alternatively, you can find the AWCC application in the Start menu.
3. Launch AWCC and perform the following steps to download the additional software components:

- In the Settings window, click Windows Update, and then click Check for updates to check the Alienware driver update progress.

- If the driver update is not responding in your computer, install AWCC from the Dell Support website.

Installing AWCC from the Dell Support website

1. Download the latest version of the following items at www.dell.com/support/drivers.

2. Alienware Command Center

3. Alienware AW2720HF Monitor
4. Navigate to the folder in which you saved the setup files.
5. Double-click the setup file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Navigating the AlienFX window

With the Alienware Command Center, AlienFX allows you to control the LED lighting colors and transition effects for your Alienware monitor.

In the AWCC home screen, click FX in the top menu bar to access the home screen of AlienFX.

The following table describes the functions and features on the home screen:

No. Functions Descriptions
A CREATE NEW THEME...		Click and then enter a name in the text box to add a theme.
B	Edit controls	• EDIT: Provides options for you to customize lighting settings for your theme.• GO DIM: Makes the light dimmer.• GO DARK: Turns off the light.
C	Theme components	You can use these components (LIGHTING, MACROS, SETTINGS) to make the selected theme as an active master theme.
D THEMES list Displays the themes in list view or grid view.
E	Background controls	Adjusts the background animation effects.
F	Help Click it to access the AWCC Online Help.
G	Window controls	You can use the buttons to minimize, maximize, or restore the size of the window. When × is selected, the application will close.

When you start to customize a theme, you should see the following screen:

The following table describes the functions and features on the screen:

No. Functions Descriptions

H	LIGHTING panel	Use the controls in this panel to set up lighting effects for a theme.See Setting lighting effects for details.
I	SAVE THEME	Click to save all adjustments and changes for the theme.
J	Live preview	The lighting zones are with numbered callouts. You may select a single zone by clicking the number on the image. When you make lighting adjustments, the preview of the monitor displays the new effects simultaneously.

Creating a theme

To create a theme with your preferred lighting settings:

1. Launch AWCC.
2. Click FX in the top menu bar to access the home screen of AlienFX.
3. In the top-left corner of the window, click to create a new theme.

4. In the CREATE NEW THEME text box, type the theme name.

5. Specify the lighting zone(s) for which you want to make lighting adjustments by:

6. selecting the zone check box(es) above the live preview area, or

7. clicking the numbered callout on the image of monitor

8. In the LIGHTING panel, select your preferred lighting effects from the drop-down list, including Morph, Pulse, Color, Spectrum, and Breathing. See Setting lighting effects for details.

NOTE: The Spectrum option is only available when you select All Zones to make lighting adjustments.

1. Repeat step 5 and step 6 to make more configuration options available to your preference.
2. When done, click SAVE THEME. A toast notification appears in the right-bottom corner of the screen.

Setting lighting effects

The LIGHTING panel provides various lighting effects. You may click Effect to open a drop-down menu with available options.

NOTE: The options displayed may vary depending on the lighting zone(s) you specified.

The following table provides an overview of different options:

Morph Descriptions

The effect changes the light color into another through a seamless transition.

To make the adjustments:

1. Pick a preferred color from the color palette or the list of PRESET COLORS. The selected color and its RGB color codes will be displayed on the right field.

NOTE: To change the color, use the up and down arrow buttons beside the R/G/B boxes to edit the color codes.

1. To add the selected color to the list of YOUR COLORS for quick access in the future, click . At most 12 colors can be added to the list.

NOTE: To remove an existing color chip from the list, right-click on it.

1. Repeat the previous steps to specify Color 2 to be the ending light color.

2. Drag the BRIGHTNESS slider to adjust the lightness of the color.

3. Drag the TEMPO slider to adjust the transition speed.

Pulse Descriptions

The effect makes the light flash with a short pause. To make the adjustments:

1. Pick a preferred color from the color palette or the list of PRESET COLORS. The selected color and its RGB color codes will be displayed on the right field.

NOTE: To change the color, use the up and down arrow buttons beside the R/G/B boxes to edit the color codes.

1. To add the selected color to the list of YOUR COLORS for quick access in the future, click . At most 12 colors can be added to the list.

NOTE: To remove an existing color chip from the list, right-click on it.

1. Drag the BRIGHTNESS slider to adjust the lightness of the color.

2. Drag the TEMPO slider to adjust the pulsing speed.

Color Descriptions

The effect makes the LED light in a single static color.

To make the adjustments:

1. Pick a preferred color from the color palette or the list of PRESET COLORS. The selected color and its RGB color codes will be displayed on the right field.

NOTE: To change the color, use the up and down arrow buttons beside the R/G/B boxes to edit the color codes.

1. To add the selected color to the list of YOUR COLORS for quick access in the future, click . At most 12 colors can be added to the list.

NOTE: To remove an existing color chip from the list, right-click on it.

1. Drag the BRIGHTNESS slider to adjust the lightness of the color.

Spectrum Descriptions

The effect makes the light change in sequence of spectrum: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet.

You can drag the TEMPO slider to adjust the transition speed.

NOTE: The option is available only when you select All Zones to make lighting adjustments.

Breathing Descriptions

The effect makes the light change from bright to dim.

To make the adjustments:

1. Pick a preferred color from the color palette or the list of PRESET COLORS. The selected color and its RGB color codes will be displayed on the right field.

NOTE: To change the color, use the up and down arrow buttons beside the R/G/B boxes to edit the color codes.

1. To add the selected color to the list of YOUR COLORS for quick access in the future, click . At most 12 colors can be added to the list.

2. Drag the TEMPO slider to adjust the transition speed.

Troubleshooting

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. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. To ensure proper Self-Test operation, remove all digital cables from the back of computer.
3. Turn on the monitor.

NOTE: A dialog box should appear on-screen (against a black background), if the monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working correctly. While in self-test mode, the power LED blinks blue (default color).

NOTE: This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable is disconnected or damaged.

1. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.

If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly.

Built-in diagnostics

Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your computer and video card.

NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged and the monitor is in self-test mode.

To run the built-in diagnostics:

1. Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).

2. Press and hold Button 5 for four seconds until a menu appears on the screen.

3. Using the joystick control, highlight the Diagnostics option and press the joystick button to start the diagnostics. A grey screen is displayed.

4. Observe if the screen has any defects or abnormalities.

5. Toggle the joystick once again until a red screen is displayed.

6. Observe if the screen has any defects or abnormalities.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the screen displays green, blue, black, and white colors. Note any abnormalities or defects.

The test is complete when a text screen is displayed. To exit, toggle the joystick control again.

If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in diagnostic tool, the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer.

Common problems

The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions:

Common symptoms	What you experience	Possible solutions
No Video/Power LED off	No picture · Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure.· Verify that the power outlet is functioning properly using any other electrical equipment.· Ensure that the power button is depressed fully.· Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu.
No Video/Power LED on	No picture or no brightness	· Increase brightness and contrast controls in the Display menu.· Perform monitor self-test feature check.· Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable connector.· Run the built-in diagnostics.· Ensure that the correct input source is selected in the Input Source menu.
Poor Focus Picture is fuzzy, blurry, or ghosting		· Eliminate video extension cables.· Reset the monitor to factory settings.· Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio.
Shaky/Jittery Video	Wavy picture or fine movement	· Reset the monitor to factory settings.· Check environmental factors.· Relocate the monitor and test in another room.
Missing Pixels 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: www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has bright 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: www.dell.com/support/monitors.
Brightness Problems	Picture too dim or too bright	Reset the monitor to factory settings.Adjust brightness and contrast controls in the Display menu.
Geometric Distortion	Screen not centered correctly	Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Horizontal/ Vertical Lines	Screen has one or more lines	Reset the monitor to factory settings.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.
Synchronization Problems	Screen is scrambled or appears torn	Reset the monitor to factory settings.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	Monitor 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.
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 broken pins in the video cable connector.
Wrong Color Picture color not good		· Change the settings of the Preset Modes in the Game menu OSD depending on the application.· A d j in/Offset/Hue/Saturation value under Custom Color in the Game menu 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 Management 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	Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the rear panel	OSD does not appear on the screen	Turn off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, and then turn on the monitor.The OSD menu may be locked. Press and hold the fourth button (the Brightness/Contrast shortcut key by default) below the joystick button for 4 seconds to unlock.
No Input Signal when user controls are pressed	No picture, the LED light is blue	Check the signal source. Ensure the computer is not in the power saving mode by moving the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard.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), the monitor may display in full screen.Run the built-in diagnostics.

Universal Serial Bus (USB) specific problems

Specific symptoms	What you experience	Possible solutions
USB interface is not working	USB peripherals are not working	·Check that your monitor is turned on.·Reconnect the upstream capable to your computer.·Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream connector).·Switch off and then turn on the monitor again.·Reboot the computer.·Some USB devices like external portable HDD require higher electric current; connect the device directly to the computer system.
Super Speed USB 3.0 interface is slow	Super Speed USB 3.0 peripherals working slowly or not working at all	·Check that your computer is USB 3.0-capable.·Some computers have USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and USB 1.1 ports. Ensure that the correct USB port is used.·Reconnect the upstream cable to your computer.·Reconnect the USB peripherals (downstream connector).·Reboot the computer.
Wireless USB peripherals stop working when a USB 3.0 device is plugged in	Wireless USB peripherals responding slowly or only working as the distance between itself and its receiver decreases	·Increase the distance between the USB 3.0 peripherals and the wireless USB receiver.·Position your wireless USB receiver as close as possible to the wireless USB peripherals.·Use a USB-extender cable to position the wireless USB receiver as far away as possible from the USB 3.0 port.

Appendix

WARNING: Safety instructions

WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.

For information on safety instructions, see the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information (SERI).

FCC notices (U.S. only) and other regulatory information

For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance website located at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Contact Dell

For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355).

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.

• Online technical assistance: www.dell.com/support/monitors
• Contacting Dell: www.dell.com/contactdell