Page 3 - Contents
3 Contents Dell Display Manager User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Using the Quick Settings Dialog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Setting Basic Display Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Assigning Preset Mo...
Page 6 - Dell Display Manager User's Guide; Overview
6 Dell Display Manager User's Guide Dell Display Manager User's Guide Overview Dell Display Manager is a Windows application used to manage a monitor or a group of monitors. It allows manual adjustment of the displayed image, assignment of automatic settings, energy management, image rotation and ...
Page 7 - Setting Basic Display Functions
Dell Display Manager User's Guide 7 The Quick Settings dialog box also provides access to Dell Display Manager’s advanced user interface which is used to adjust Basic functions, configure Auto Mode and access other features. Setting Basic Display Functions A Preset Mode for the selected monitor ca...
Page 8 - Assigning Preset Modes to Applications; NOTE
8 Dell Display Manager User's Guide Assigning Preset Modes to Applications The Auto Mode tab allows you to associate a specific Preset Mode with a specific application, and apply it automatically. When Auto Mode is enabled, Dell Display Manager will automatically switch to the corresponding Preset...
Page 9 - Applying Energy-Conservation Features
Dell Display Manager User's Guide 9 Applying Energy-Conservation Features On supported Dell models, the PowerNap tab will be available to provide energy conservation options. When the screensaver activates, the monitor’s Brightness can automatically be set to minimum level or the monitor can be pu...
Page 10 - About Your Monitor; Package Contents; Contact Dell
10 About Your Monitor About Your Monitor Package Contents Your monitor ships with all the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and Contact Dell if anything is missing. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media ma...
Page 11 - Product Features; Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing
About Your Monitor 11 • USB 3.0 Upstream Cable (Enables the USB Ports on the Monitor) • Drivers and Documentation Media • Quick Setup Guide • Product and Safety Information Guide Product Features The Dell P2815Q flat-panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor, Liquid Crystal Display ...
Page 12 - Identifying Parts and Controls; Front View
12 About Your Monitor Identifying Parts and Controls Front View Front panel controls 1. Function buttons (For more information, see Operating the Monitor ) 2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)
Page 16 - Monitor Specifications; Power Management Modes
16 About Your Monitor Monitor Specifications The following sections give you information about the various power management modes and pin assignments for the various connectors of your monitor. Power Management Modes If you have VESA’s DPM compliance display card or software installed in your PC, ...
Page 21 - Plug and Play Capability
About Your Monitor 21 USB Downstream Connector Pin Number 9-pin Side of the Connector 1 VCC 2 D- 3 D+ 4 GND 5 SSTX- 6 SSTX+ 7 GND 8 SSTX- 9 SSTX+ USB Ports • 1 upstream - bottom facing • 4 downstream - 3 bottom facing and 1 back facing • Power Charging Port- (USB ports with lightning icon) ; suppo...
Page 23 - Electrical Specifications; Preset Display Modes
About Your Monitor 23 Resolution Specifications Model number Dell P2815Q monitor Scan range • Horizontal 31 kHz to 114 kHz (automatic) • Vertical 24 Hz to 85 Hz (automatic) Maximum preset resolution DP/Mini-DP/HDMI: 3840 x 2160 at 30 Hz MHL: 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Electrical Specifications Model num...
Page 26 - LCD Monitor Quality & Pixel Policy
26 About Your Monitor Weight of stand assembly 2.20 kg (4.85 lb) Front frame gloss Black Frame - 5.0 gloss unit (max.) Environmental Characteristics The following table lists the environmental conditions for your monitor: Model Number Dell P2815Q monitor Temperature • Operating 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °...
Page 27 - Maintenance Guidelines; Caring for Your Monitor
About Your Monitor 27 Maintenance Guidelines Caring for Your Monitor CAUTION: Read and follow the safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. CAUTION: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. For best practices, follow the instructions in the lis...
Page 28 - Setting Up the Monitor; Attaching the Monitor; To attach the monitor stand:
28 Setting Up the Monitor Setting Up the Monitor Attaching the Monitor NOTE : The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE : This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for the set up in...
Page 29 - Connecting Your Monitor; To connect your monitor to the computer:
Setting Up the Monitor 29 Connecting Your Monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions. To connect your monitor to the computer: 1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. Connect the the black (DisplayPort/Mini DP/HDMI) ...
Page 30 - Note
30 Setting Up the Monitor Connecting the black HDMI cable Connecting the Monitor for DP Multi-Stream Transport (MST) function Note : Supports the DP MST feature. To make use of this feature, your PC graphics card must be certified to DP 1.2 with MST option. Note : The graphics are used for the pur...
Page 33 - Organizing Your Cables; Attaching the Cable Cover; To attach the
Setting Up the Monitor 33 Organizing Your Cables After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your Monitor for cable attachment), organize all cables as shown above. Attaching the Cable Cover NOTE : The Cable Cover is detached when the monitor is shipped from ...
Page 34 - Removing the Monitor Stand
34 Setting Up the Monitor Removing the Monitor Stand Note : To prevent scratches on the LCD screen while removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft, clean surface. Note : This is applicable for a monitor with a stand. When any other stand is bought, please refer to the respect...
Page 36 - Operating the Monitor; Power On the Monitor; Press the; Using the Front-Panel Controls; Use the keys
36 Operating the Monitor Operating the Monitor Power On the Monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor. Using the Front-Panel Controls Use the keys on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings. Front-Panel Keys Description A Preset modes Use the Preset modes key to choose from a l...
Page 41 - and
Operating the Monitor 41 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. • Multimedia : Loads color settings ideal for multimedia applications. • Movie : Loads color settings ideal for mo...
Page 47 - OSD Messages
Operating the Monitor 47 OSD Messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode you will see the following message: This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the horizontal and vertical...
Page 50 - Setting the Maximum Resolution; Screen Resolution
50 Operating the Monitor See Solving Problems for more information. Setting the Maximum Resolution To set the Maximum resolution for the monitor:In Windows ® 7, Windows ® 8, Windows ® 8.1: 1. For Windows ® 8 and Windows ® 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic desktop. 2. Right-cli...
Page 51 - Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension
Operating the Monitor 51 Using the Tilt, Swivel, and Vertical Extension Tilt, Swivel With the stand assembly, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.
Page 53 - Rotating the Monitor; To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus
Operating the Monitor 53 Rotating the Monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended (Vertical Extension) and fully tilted (Tilt) up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor. NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view)...
Page 54 - Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System; To adjust the Rotation Display Settings:
54 Operating the Monitor 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 grap...
Page 55 - Troubleshooting; Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
Troubleshooting 55 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 co...
Page 57 - Common Problems; Common Symptoms What You
Troubleshooting 57 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 mo...
Page 60 - Product-Specific Problems; Specific Symptoms What You
60 Troubleshooting 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 front pan...
Page 62 - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems
62 Troubleshooting Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems Common Symptoms What You Experience Possible Solutions USB interface is not working. USB peripherals are not working. • Check that your monitor is turned ON. • Re-connect the upstream cable to your computer. • Re-connect the USB perip...
Page 63 - Appendix; WARNING: Safety Instructions; Product Information Guide
Appendix 63 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 Product Informatio...
Page 64 - Setting Up Your Monitor; Setting the display resolution to 3840 x 2160 (Maximum); Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.
64 Setting Up Your Monitor Setting Up Your Monitor Setting the display resolution to 3840 x 2160 (Maximum) For optimal display performance while using the Microsoft Windows operating systems, set the display resolution to 3840 x 2160 pixels by performing the following steps: In Windows Windows® 7,...
Page 66 - Procedures for setting up dual monitors in Windows Vista; For Windows Vista®
66 Setting Up Your Monitor Procedures for setting up dual monitors in Windows Vista ® , Windows ® 7 , Windows ® 8 or Windows ® 8.1 For Windows Vista® Connect the external monitor(s) to your laptop or desktop using a video cable (VGA, DVI, DP, etc.) and follow any of the below setup methods. Method...
