Dell U2415 User's Guide: Model: U2415 Regulatory Model: U2415b
Dell U2415 User's Guide: Model: U2415 Regulatory Model: U2415b
Dell U2415 User's Guide: Model: U2415 Regulatory Model: U2415b
User’s Guide
Model: U2415
Regulatory model: U2415b
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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STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY
STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines
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4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Built-in Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Common Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Product Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems . . . . . . . . 62
Contents | 3
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) Specific
Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) and Other Regulatory
Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Contact Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Setting Up Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
4 | Contents
About Your Monitor
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all
the components and Contact Dell if something is missing.
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some
features or media may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: To set up with any other stand, please refer to the respective stand setup
guide for setup instructions.
Monitor
Stand
Cable Cover
• Drivers and
Documentation Media
• Quick Setup Guide
• Factory Calibration
Report
• Safety and Regulatory
Information
Front View
Label Description
1 Function buttons (For more information, see
Operating the Monitor)
2 Power On/Off button (with LED indicator)
*It is recommended to use this port for your wireless USB device whenever possible.
Bottom View
* Headphone usage is not supported for the audio line out connector.
**It is recommended to use either the port (9b) or the USB downstream port on the rear
side for your wireless USB device whenever possible.
Model U2415
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD
Panel type In Plane Switching
Viewable image
Diagonal 611.30 mm (24.1 inches)
Horizontal, Active Area 518.40 mm (20.41 inches)
Vertical, Active Area 324.00 mm (12.75 inches)
Area 167961.60 mm2 (260.35 inch2)
Pixel pitch 0.27 mm x 0.27 mm
Viewing angle 178° (vertical) typical
178° (horizontal) typical
Luminance output 300 cd/m² (typical)
50 cd/m² (minimum)
Contrast ratio 1000 to 1 (typical)
2M to 1 (typical Dynamic Contrast On)
Faceplate coating Anti-Glare with 3H hardness
Backlight LED edgelight system
Response time NORMAL mode: 8 ms grey to grey (typical)
FAST mode: 6 ms grey to grey (typical)
On/Off: 19 ms black to white (typical)
Color depth 16.78 million colors
Color gamut CIE1976 (91%), CIE 1931 (76%), and sRGB coverage 99%
Resolution Specifications
Model U2415
Horizontal scan range 30 kHz to 83 kHz (automatic)
Vertical scan range 56 Hz to 76 Hz (automatic)
Maximum preset resolution 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz
Model U2415
Video display capabilities 480p, 480i, 576p, 720p, 1080p, 576i, 1080i
(HDMI & DP playback)
Electrical Specifications
Model U2415
Video input signals • HDMI 1.4 (MHL 2.0)*, 600mV for each differential
line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair
• DisplayPort 1.2**, 600mV for each differential line,
100 ohm input impedance per differential pair
AC input voltage/frequency/ 100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz + 3 Hz / 1.5 A
current (typical)
Inrush current • 120 V: 42 A (Max.) at 0 °C (cold start)
• 240 V: 80 A (Max.) at 0 °C (cold start)
* Not Support HDMI 1.4 optional specification, include HDMI Ethernet Channel (HEC),
Audio Return Channel (ARC), standard for 3D format and resolutions, standard for 2K and
4K digital cinema resolution.
** Support DP1.2 (CORE) specification, include HBR2, MST and DP audio.
Model U2415
Connector type DP, black connector (include DP in and DP
out); Mini DisplayPort; HDMI (MHL); USB 3.0
Signal cable type • Digital: detachable, HDMI, 19 pins
• Digital: detachable, MHL, 19 pins
• Digital: detachable, Mini-DP to DP, 20
pins
• Universal Serial Bus: detachable, USB, 9
pins
Dimensions (with stand)
Height (extended) 517.9 mm (20.39 inches)
Height (compressed) 402.9 mm (15.86 inches)
Width 532.2 mm (20.95 inches)
Depth 205.0 mm (8.07 inches)
Dimensions (without stand)
Height 350.6 mm (13.80 inches)
Width 532.2 mm (20.95 inches)
Depth 45.7 mm (1.80 inches)
Stand dimensions
Height (extended) 417.3 mm (16.43 inches)
Height (compressed) 371.6 mm (14.63 inches)
Width 245.0 mm (9.65 inches)
Depth 205.0 mm (8.07 inches)
Weight
Weight with packaging 9.00 kg (19.80 lb)
Weight with stand assembly and cables 6.69 kg (14.72 lb)
Weight without stand assembly (For wall 4.25 kg (9.35 lb)
mount or VESA mount considerations -
no cables)
Weight of stand assembly 2.10 kg (4.62 lb)
Front frame gloss Black Frame - 8%-13% gloss unit
Model U2415
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 • 255.91 BTU/hour (maximum)
• 78.63 BTU/hour (typical)
* 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.
Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR®-compliant.
DisplayPort Connector
USB Ports
• 1 upstream - back
• 5 downstream - back
• Power Charging Port- the port with lightning icon; supports fast current
charging capability if the device is BC1.2 compatible.
NOTE: USB 3.0 functionality requires a USB 3.0-capable computer.
NOTE: The monitor's USB interface works only when the monitor is On or in the
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.
NOTE: U2415 supports the DP MST feature. To make use of this feature, your PC
Graphics Card must be certified to DP1.2 with MST option.
The default out of factory setting in the U2415 is DP1.1a.
To enable MST connection, please use only DP cable as provided in box (or other DP1.2
certified cable) and change the DP setting to DP1.2 by performing the below steps:
4 Use the button to enable DP1.2 or button to exit without making any
changes.
Repeat the above steps to change the setting back to DP 1.1a if necessary.
CAUTION: The graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance
of the computer may vary.
4 Select input source on monitor to HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI (MHL) 2 by using OSD
Menu (See Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu for details.)
5 If it does not display an image, see Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) Specific
Problems.
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (See Connecting Your
Monitor for cable attachment,) organize all cables as shown above.
1 Fit the two tabs on the bottom part of the cable cover to the groove on the back of
the monitor.
2 Press the cable cover till it snaps into place.
.
To remove the stand:
1 Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion.
2 Press and hold the stand release button.
3 Lift the stand up and away from the monitor.
Shortcut key/
Preset Modes
2 Use this button to directly access the Brightness/Contrast
menu.
Shortcut key/
Brightness/Contrast
3 Use the MENU button to launch the On-Screen Display
(OSD) and select the OSD Menu. See Accessing the Menu
System.
Menu
4 Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD
main menu.
Exit
5 Use the Power button to turn the monitor On and Off.
The white light indicates the monitor is On and fully
Power functional. A glowing white light indicates the power save
(with power light mode.
indicator)
Up
2 Use the Down button to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD
menu.
Down
OK
4 Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu.
Back
or
or
2 Press the and buttons to move between the setting options. As you move
from one icon to another, the option name is highlighted. See the following table
for a complete list of all the options available for the monitor.
3 Press the button once to activate the highlighted option.
4 Press and button to select the desired parameter.
5 Press to enter the slide bar and then use the and buttons, according
to the indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6 Select the button to return to the main menu.
DisplayPort Select the DisplayPort input when you are using the DisplayPort (DP)
connector. Press to select the DisplayPort input source.
Mini Select the Mini DisplayPort input when you are using the Mini
DisplayPort DisplayPort (Mini DP) connector. Press to select the Mini
DisplayPort input source.
HDMI (MHL) Select the HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI (MHL) 2 input when you are using the
1 HDMI connectors. Press to select the HDMI (MHL) 1 or HDMI (MHL)
HDMI (MHL) 2 input source.
2
Color Use Color to adjust the color setting mode.
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 or to
adjust the hue from '0' to '100'.
Press to increase the green shade of the video image.
Press to increase the purple shade of the video image.
NOTE: Hue adjustment is available only when you select Movie or
Game preset mode.
Saturation This feature can adjust the color saturation of the video image. Use
or to adjust the saturation from '0' to '100'.
Press to increase the monochrome appearance of the video
image.
Press to increase the colorful appearance of the video image.
NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only when you select Movie
or Game preset mode.
Reset Color Reset your monitor color settings to the factory settings.
Settings
Aspect Ratio Adjusts the image ratio to Wide 16:10, 4:3, or 5:4.
Sharpness This feature can make the image look sharper or softer. Use or
to adjust the sharpness from '0' to '100'.
Power Allows you to set the power LED indicator On or Off to save energy.
Button LED
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 Energy Select this option to restore default Energy settings.
Settings
Language Language options set the OSD display to one of the eight languages
(English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian,
Simplified Chinese or Japanese).
Rotation Rotates the OSD by 90 degrees counter-clockwise. You can adjust the
menu according to your Display Rotation.
Transparency Select this option to change the menu transparency by pressing the
and buttons (Minimum: 0 ~ Maximum: 100).
Timer OSD Hold Time: sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after
the last time you pressed a button.
Use or to adjust the slider in 1 second increments, from 5 to
60 seconds.
Lock Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is selected, no user
adjustments are allowed. All buttons are locked.
NOTE:
Lock function – Either soft lock (through the OSD menu) or hard lock
(press and hold the button beside the power button for 10 seconds)
Unlock function– Only hard unlock (press and hold the button beside
the power button for 10 seconds)
Reset Menu Reset all OSD settings to the factory preset values.
Settings
Other
Button The monitor beeps every time a new option is selected in the menu.
Sound This feature enables or disables the sound.
LCD Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on the degree
Conditioning of image retention, the program may take some time to run. You can
enable this feature by selecting Enable.
Reset Other Reset all settings under the Other menu to the factory preset values.
Settings
Factory Reset Reset all settings to the factory preset values.
NOTE: This monitor has a built-in feature to automatically calibrate the brightness
to compensate for LED aging.
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you will see the
following message:
This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from
the computer. See Monitor Specifications for the Horizontal and Vertical frequency
ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 1920 x 1200.
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:
If either HDMI (MHL), Mini DisplayPort, or DP input is selected and the corresponding
cable is not connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.
or
or
Tilt, Swivel
With the stand attached to the monitor, 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.
Rotate counterclockwise
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.).
Dual-Monitor Setup
The ability to rotate 90° clockwise, 90° counterclockwise and reverse (180°) mount
enable the thinnest borders of each monitor to be placed side by side to ensure
minimum gap between display images.
The recommended dual-monitor setup:
Supported by wall
mounting solution
(optional)
Portrait
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.
The floating 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 remains white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the dialogs
shown below will continuously scroll through the screen.
or
or
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or
4 This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable becomes
disconnected or damaged.
5 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.
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To run the built-in diagnostics:
1 Ensure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).
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 Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2
seconds. A gray screen appears.
4 Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.
5 Press Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.
6 Inspect the display for any abnormalities.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black, white and text
screens.
The test is complete when the text screen appears. To exit, press Button 4 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:
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Missing Pixels LCD screen has • Cycle power On-Off.
spots • 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: http://www.dell.com/
support/monitors.
Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has • Cycle power On-Off.
bright spots • 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: http://www.dell.com/
support/monitors.
Brightness Picture too dim • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Problems or too bright • Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Geometric Screen not • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Distortion centered • Adjust horizontal & vertical controls via OSD.
correctly
Horizontal/ Screen has one • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Vertical Lines or more lines • 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 Screen is • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
Problems scrambled or • Perform monitor self-test feature check to determine if the
appears torn 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 Visible signs of • Do not perform any troubleshooting steps.
Issues smoke or sparks • Contact Dell immediately.
Intermittent Monitor • Ensure that the video cable connecting the monitor to the
Problems malfunctions on computer is connected properly and is secure.
& off • 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 • Perform monitor self-test feature check.
color • 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 • Change the settings of the Preset Modes in the Color menu
good OSD depending on the application.
• Adjust R/G/B value under Custom. Color in Color menu
OSD.
• Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or YPbPr in the
Color menu OSD.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
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Image retention Faint shadow • Use the Power Management feature to turn off the monitor
from a static from the static at all times when not in use (for more information, see
image left on image displayed Power Management Modes).
the monitor for appears on the • Alternatively, use a dynamically changing screensaver.
a long period of screen
time
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Universal Serial Bus (USB) Specific Problems
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Appendix
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.
To get online Monitor support content:
1 Visit www.dell.com/support/monitors.
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
1 Visit www.dell.com/support.
2 Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu at
the bottom of the page.
3 Click Contact Us on the left side of the page.
4 Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
5 Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.
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Setting Up Your Monitor
64 | Appendix
NOTE: If you are unable to set the recommended resolution, please contact the
manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that will
support the video resolution.
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