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 Troubleshooting   

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4.  Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; and then turn on your 

computer and the monitor.

If your monitor remains dark after you reconnect the cables, check your video 
controller and computer.

Built-in diagnostics

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

1

5

2

3

4

To run the built-in diagnostics:

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

screen).

2.  Press the   button (button three) to launch the OSD menu. 

3.  Using the front-panel buttons, select 

Others > Self-Diagnostic

 to initiate 

the self-diagnostic process. 

 Dell 34 Monitor

 

Display

 Dell 34 Monitor

 

Input Source

Color

Menu

Audio

Menu

Personalize

Personalize

Audio

PIP/PBP

USB Selection

Others

Brightness / Contrast

DDC/CI

Display Info

Reset Others

Factory Reset

LCD Conditioning

Service Tag

Self-Diagnostic

Firmware

Off

On

00X000

ABCDEFG

4.  When initiated, a gray screen appears. Inspect the screen for abnormalities.

5.  Press button 1 on the front-panel. The color of the screen changes to red. 

Inspect the screen for abnormalities.

Summary of Contents for S3423DWC

Page 1: ...Monitor Model S3423DWC Regulatory Model S3423DWCc Dell S3423DWC User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...or loss of data if instructions are not followed WARNING A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage personal injury or death Copyright 2022 Dell Inc or its subsidiaries All rights reserved Dell EMC and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc or its subsidiaries Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners 2022 03 Rev A00 ...

Page 3: ...om view 13 Monitor specifications 15 Resolution specifications 17 Supported video modes 17 Preset display modes 18 Electrical specifications 19 Physical characteristics 20 Environmental characteristics 21 Plug and Play capability 22 LCD monitor quality and pixel policy 22 Ergonomics 22 Handling and moving your display 24 Maintenance guidelines 25 Cleaning your monitor 25 ...

Page 4: ...ll mounting optional 31 Operating your monitor 32 Power on the monitor 32 Using the control buttons 32 Control buttons 33 OSD controls 34 Using the On Screen Display OSD menu 35 Accessing the OSD menu 35 Menu and Power button lock 49 OSD warning messages 51 Setting the maximum resolution 54 Setting the KVM switch 55 Setting the Auto KVM 56 Using the tilt and vertical extension 57 Tilt extension 57...

Page 5: ...elf test 58 Built in diagnostics 59 Common problems 61 Regulatory information 65 FCC notices U S Only and other regulatory information65 EU product database for energy label and product information sheet 65 Contacting Dell 65 ...

Page 6: ...sure that your monitor is electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location Keep the monitor in room temperature Excessive cold or hot conditions can have an adverse effect on the liquid crystal of the display Connect the power cable from the monitor to a wall outlet that is near and accessible See Connecting your monitor Do not place and use the monitor on a wet surface o...

Page 7: ...d with your monitor If any component is missing contact Dell For more information see Contacting Dell NOTE Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor Some features may not be available in certain countries Component image Component description Monitor Stand riser Stand base Power cable varies by countries ...

Page 8: ...age Component description Super speed USB 3 2 Gen 2 10 Gbps Type C to Type C upstream cable C C cable 1 meter USB 3 0 upstream cable enables the USB ports on the monitor Quick Setup Guide Safety Environmental and Regulatory Information ...

Page 9: ...ipped with 1 USB C upstream port 1 Type B upstream port 1 super speed USB 5 Gbps USB 3 2 Gen 1 Type A downstream port and 1 super speed USB 5 Gbps USB 3 2 Gen 1 with BC1 2 Type A downstream port The built in KVM switch allows you to control up to 2 computers from a single set of keyboard and mouse connected to the monitor Supports Auto KVM for multiple input setup Enables user to switch USB KVM fu...

Page 10: ... of blue light emission from the monitor may cause damage to the eyes which includes but is not limited to eye fatigue and digital eye strain ComfortView Plus feature is designed to reduce the amount of blue light emitted from the monitor to optimize eye comfort ...

Page 11: ...e 1 Function buttons To adjust items in the OSD menu For more information see Using the control buttons 2 Power On Off button To turn the monitor on or off Solid white light indicates that the monitor is turned on and functioning normally Blinking white light indicates that the monitor is in Standby Mode ...

Page 12: ...w dell com regulatory_compliance Raheen Business Park Limerick Ireland for EU Only CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation XXXXXXX XXXXX R R TPF S3421DW...

Page 13: ... monitor using a security lock purchased separately to prevent unauthorized movement of your monitor 2 Power connector Connect the power cable shipped with your monitor 3 HDMI 1 2 0 port Connect to your computer using an HDMI cable 4 Stand lock feature Lock the stand to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm screw screw not included 5 HDMI 2 2 0 port Connect to your computer using an HDMI cable ...

Page 14: ...er Once this cable is connected you can use the USB connectors on the monitor 9 Super speed USB 5 Gbps USB 3 2 Gen 1 Type A downstream port 3 Connect your USB device NOTE To use this port you must connect the USB C cable or USB Upstream Cable shipped with your monitor to the USB C upstream port or the USB Type B upstream port on the monitor and to your computer 10 Super speed USB 5 Gbps USB 3 2 Ge...

Page 15: ...lution and refresh rate 3440 x 1440 at 100 Hz HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 3440 x 1440 at 100 Hz USB C Pixel pitch 0 2318 mm x 0 2318 mm Pixel per inch PPI 109 Viewing angle Horizontal Vertical 178 typical 178 typical Luminance output 350 cd m typical Contrast ratio 3000 to 1 typical Faceplate coating Anti glare with 3H hardness Backlight LED edgelight system Response time Gray to Gray 4 ms Extreme mode 5 ms...

Page 16: ...ed USB 5 Gbps USB 3 2 Gen 1 with BC1 2 charging capability at 2 A maximum 1 x Audio line out Bezel width edge of monitor to active area Top Left Right Bottom 8 64 mm 8 65 mm 22 14 mm Adjustability Height adjustable stand Tilt Swivel Slant Adjust 100 mm 5 to 21 N A 4 to 4 Dell display manager compatibility Easy Arrange and other key features Security Security lock slot cable lock optional purchase ...

Page 17: ...0 kHz to 160 kHz Vertical scan range 48 Hz to 100 Hz HDMI 48 Hz to 100 Hz USB C Maximum preset resolution 3440 x 1440 at 100 Hz USB C 3440 x 1440 at 100 Hz HDMI Supported video modes Model S3423DWC Video display capabilities HDMI USB C 480p 480i HDMI 576p 720p 1080p 576i HDMI 1080i HDMI ...

Page 18: ...65 VESA 1024 x 768 60 02 75 03 78 75 VESA 1152 x 864 67 50 75 108 VESA 1280 x 1024 63 98 60 02 108 VESA 1280 x 1024 79 98 75 02 135 VESA 1600 x 900 60 60 108 VESA 1600 x 1200 75 60 162 VESA 1680 x 1050 65 29 59 95 146 25 VESA 1920 x 1080 67 50 60 148 50 VESA 1920 x 1080 113 22 100 235 50 VESA 1920 x 1200 74 04 59 95 154 VESA 2560 x 1080 66 66 60 185 58 VESA 2560 x 1080 113 24 100 308 VESA 3440 x 1...

Page 19: ... kWh TEC 3 1 As defined in EU 2019 2021 and EU 2019 2013 2 Max brightness and contrast setting with maximum power loading on all USB ports 3 Pon 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 This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance Your product may...

Page 20: ...pth 217 05 mm 8 55 in Dimensions without stand Height 364 50 mm 14 35 in Width 808 16 mm 31 82 in Depth 64 03 mm 2 52 in Stand dimensions Height 382 20 mm 15 05 in Width 302 mm 11 89 in Depth 217 05 mm 8 55 in Weight Weight with packaging 15 21 kg 33 53 lb Weight with stand assembly and cables 10 53 kg 23 21 lb Weight without stand assembly no cables 6 65 kg 14 66 lb Weight of stand assembly 3 09 ...

Page 21: ...nergy level being consumed by the monitor in real time 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 10 to 90 non condensing Shipping 10 to 90 non condensing Altitude Operating maximum 5 000 m 16 400 ft Non operating maximum 12 192 m 40 000 ft Therma...

Page 22: ...gonomics CAUTION Improper or prolonged usage of keyboard may result in in jury CAUTION Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye strain For comfort and efficiency observe the following guidelines when setting up and using your computer workstation Position your computer so that the monitor and keyboard are directly in front of you as you work Special shelves are com...

Page 23: ...keyboard or mouse Let your upper arms rest naturally on both sides Ensure that your feet are resting flat on the floor When sitting ensure that the weight of your legs is on your feet and not on the front portion of your seat Adjust your chair s height or use a footrest if necessary to maintain a proper posture Vary your work activities Try to organize your work so that you do not have to sit and ...

Page 24: ...erials Hold the bottom edge and the side of the monitor firmly without applying excessive pressure when lifting or moving the monitor When lifting or moving the monitor ensure that the screen is facing away from you Do not press on the display area to avoid any scratches or damage When transporting the monitor avoid any sudden shock or vibration to it When lifting or moving the monitor do not turn...

Page 25: ... cloth with water If possible use a special screen cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the Dell monitor screen CAUTION Do not use detergents or other chemicals such as benzene thinner ammonia abrasive cleaners or compressed air CAUTION Using chemicals for cleaning may cause changes in the ap pearance of the monitor such as color fading milky film on the moni tor deformation uneven dark shade ...

Page 26: ...age CID CID is not covered under the standard Dell warranty If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor wipe it off with a cloth Handle your monitor with care as a dark colored monitor may get scratched and show white scuff marks more than a light colored monitor To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor use a dynamically changing screen saver and turn off your monitor wh...

Page 27: ...nstructions that were included with the stand To attach the monitor stand 1 Follow the instructions on the flaps of carton to remove the stand from the top cushion that secures it 2 Connect the stand base to the stand riser 3 Open the screw handle on the stand base and tighten the screw to secure the stand riser to the stand base 4 Close the screw handle 3 2 1 4 5 Slide the tabs on the stand assem...

Page 28: ...he same time NOTE The images are for the purpose of illustration only The appearance of the computer may vary To connect your monitor to the computer 1 Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable 2 Connect the HDMI or USB C cable optional purchase from your monitor to the computer 3 Connect the USB upstream cable shipped with your monitor to an appropriate USB 3 0 port on your computer S...

Page 29: ...ional The security lock slot is located at the bottom of the monitor See Security lock slot Secure your monitor to a table using the Kensington security lock For more information on using the Kensington lock sold separately see the docu mentation that is shipped with the lock NOTE The image is for the purpose of illustration only The appear ance of the lock may vary ...

Page 30: ...following steps are specifically for removing the stand that is shipped with your monitor If you are removing a stand that you pur chased from any other source follow the setup instructions that are included with the stand To remove the stand 1 Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion at the edge of the desk 2 Press and hold the stand release button and then lift the stand off the monitor 1 2 ...

Page 31: ...f the desk 2 Remove the stand See Removing the stand for details 3 Remove the four screws that secure the panel to the monitor 4 Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor 5 To mount the monitor on the wall see the documentation that is shipped with the wall mounting kit NOTE For use only with UL or CSA or GS listed wall mount bracket with minimum weight load bearing cap...

Page 32: ...onitor Operating your monitor Power on the monitor Press the button to turn on the monitor Using the control buttons Use the control buttons at the bottom edge of the monitor to adjust the image being displayed 1 5 2 3 4 ...

Page 33: ...tton to adjust the volume Minimum is 0 Maximum is 100 3 Menu Use the Menu button at launch your on screen display OSD and select the OSD menu See Accessing the OSD menu 4 Exit Use the button to go back to the main menu or exit the OSD main menu 5 Power On Off button with LED indicator Use the power button to turn the monitor on or off Solid white light indicates the monitor is turned on Blinking w...

Page 34: ...image settings 1 2 3 4 Control Buttons Description 1 Up Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu 2 Down Use the Down button to decrease values or move down in a menu 3 OK Use the OK button to confirm your selection in a menu 4 Back Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu ...

Page 35: ...or Menu Audio Menu Others Others Personalize Personalize Audio PIP PBP USB Selection 75 75 2 Press the and buttons to move between the setting options As you move from one icon to another the option is highlighted 3 Press the or or button once to activate the highlighted option 4 Press the and buttons to select the desired parameter 5 Press the button and then use the and buttons according to the ...

Page 36: ...5 Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the backlight Presses the button to increase the brightness and presses the button to decrease the brightness min 0 max 100 Contrast Adjusts the brightness first and then adjusts the con trast only if further adjustment is necessary Presses the button to increase the contrast and presses the button to decrease the contrast min 0 max 100 The Contrast function ...

Page 37: ...e using the HDMI 1 connector Presses the button to select the HDMI 1 input source HDMI 2 Selects HDMI 2 input when you are using the HDMI 2 connector Presses the button to select the HDMI 2 input source Auto Select Selects Auto Select to scan for available input signals Auto Select for USB C Selects Auto Select for USB C to view the following options Prompt for Multiple Inputs Always displays the ...

Page 38: ...TS RPG Warm Cool or Custom color from the list Standard Loads the monitor s default color settings This is the default preset mode Movie Loads color settings ideal for movies FPS Loads color settings ideal for First person Shooter games RTS Loads color settings ideal for Real time Strat egy games RPG Loads color settings ideal for Role playing games Warm Increases the color temperature The screen ...

Page 39: ...put Color Format Reset Color Standard Movie FPS RTS RPG Warm Cool Custom Color Input Color Format Allows you to set the video input mode to RGB Selects this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or a media player that supports RGB output YCbCr Selects this option if your media player sup ports only YCbCr output Display Brightness Contrast Dell 34 Monitor Input Source Color Menu Audio M...

Page 40: ...video image NOTE Hue adjustment is available only when you select Movie and Game mode Saturation Adjusts the color saturation of the video image Uses the or button to adjust the saturation from 0 to 100 Presses the button to increase the monochrome ap pearance of the video image Presses the button to increase the colorful appear ance of the video image NOTE Saturation adjustment is available only ...

Page 41: ...age look sharper or softer Presses the or button to adjust the sharpness from 0 to 100 Response Time Select the response time Normal Fast or Extreme USB C Prioritization Allows you to specify the priority to transfer the data with high resolution High Resolution or high speed High Data Speed when using the USB C port USB C Aspect Ratio Sharpness Response Time USB C Prioritization Display Brightnes...

Page 42: ...Large NOTE FreeSync is turned off when PIP PBP is enabled PIP PBP Sub Selects between USB C HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 video signal that may be connected to your monitor for the PIP PBP sub window Main Window Sub Window USB C HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB C HDMI 1 HDMI 2 USB Select Switch Selects to switch between the USB sources in PIP PBP Mode NOTE This option is available only when PIP PBP Mode is on Audio Allows yo...

Page 43: ...rce Color Menu Audio Menu Others Others Personalize Personalize Audio USB B USB C PIP PBP USB Selection HDMI 1 HDMI 2 NOTE To prevent data damage or loss before changing USB upstream ports make sure that NO USB storage devices are in use by the computer connected to the monitor s USB downstream port Audio Change the audio settings Display Brightness Contrast Dell 34 Monitor Input Source Color Menu...

Page 44: ...le Language Set the language option for the OSD display English Spanish French German Brazilian Portuguese Russian Simplified Chinese or Japanese Transpar ency Presses the or button to change the menu transparency 0 to 100 Timer OSD hold time sets the length of time the OSD will remain active after the last time you pressed a button Presses the or button to adjust the slider in 1 second increments...

Page 45: ...ell 34 Monitor Input Source Color Audio Others Others Audio PIP PBP USB Selection Menu Brightness Contrast Personalize Shorout Key 1 Aspect Ratio Power Button LED Input Source Shorout Key 2 Brightness Contrast Volume Preset Modes PIP PBP Mode USB Select Switch Video Swap USB C Charging Other USB Charging Reset Personalization Shortcut Key 2 Selects one of the following Preset Modes Bright ness Con...

Page 46: ...er Button LED On in On Mode Off in On Mode USB C Charging Other USB Charging Reset Personalization USB C Charging The default setting is Off in Off Mode Selecting On in Off Mode may automatically charge your note book or mobile devices through the USB C cable even when the monitor is in off mode Other USB Charging Allows you to enable or disable USB Type A Down stream Ports charging function durin...

Page 47: ...nfo Reset Others Factory Reset LCD Conditioning DDC CI Service Tag Self Diagnostic Firmware Current 1920x1080 60Hz 24 bit Input Source HDMI 2 PBP Status Off PIP Status Off DP Capability DP 1 4 Link Rate Current USB Model Dell S3423DWC DDC CI DDC CI display data channel command interface allows your monitor parameters brightness color bal ance and etc to be adjusted using the software on your compu...

Page 48: ...ag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that allows Dell to identify the product specifications and access warranty information NOTE The Service Tag is also printed on a label located at the back of the cover Self Diagnostic Allows you to check if your monitor is functioning properly Reset Oth ers Resets all settings under the others setting menu to the factory preset values Factory Reset Restores ...

Page 49: ...r seconds A Lock menu appears at the bottom right corner of the display NOTE The Lock menu can be accessed using this method when the Menu and Power buttons are in unlocked state Dell 34 Monitor Select option To access the Unlock menu press and hold the Exit button button 4 for four seconds An Unlock menu appears at the bottom right corner of the display NOTE The Unlock menu can be accessed when t...

Page 50: ...s and hold the Exit button button 4 for four seconds In the following scenarios the icon appears at the center of the display When Up button button 1 Down button button 2 Menu button button 3 or Exit button button 4 are pressed This indicates the OSD menu buttons are in lock state When the Power button button 5 is pressed This indicates the Power button is in lock state When any one of the five bu...

Page 51: ...r 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 3440 x 1440 Before the DDC CI function is disabled the following message is displayed The function of adjusting display setting using PC application will be disabled Do you wish to disable DDC CI func...

Page 52: ...n again to select the correct input source No HDMI 1 signal from your device If an HDMI or USB C cable is not connected a dialog box as shown below is displayed The monitor will enter Standby Mode after 4 minutes if left at this state Dell P2418HZ Dell 34 Monitor No HDMI 1 Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes www dell com S3423DWC S3423DWC or Dell P2418HZ Dell 34 Monitor No HDM...

Page 53: ...n any button is pressed in the Active off mode the following message is displayed Dell P2418HZ Dell 34 Monitor S3423DWC Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up If there is no display press the monitor button again to select the correct input source No HDMI 1 signal from your device Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD See Troubleshooting for more in...

Page 54: ...sktop and click Display settings 9 If you have more than one monitor connected ensure to select S3423DWC 10 Click the Display Resolution drop down list and select 3440 x 1440 11 Click Keep changes If you do not see 3440 x 1440 as an option you must update your graphics driver to the latest version Depending on your computer complete one of the following procedures If you have a Dell desktop or por...

Page 55: ...MI 2 0 USB C 1 3 1 3 2 2 Display Brightness Contrast Dell 34 Monitor Input Source Color Menu Audio Menu Others Others Personalize Personalize Audio USB B USB C PIP PBP USB Selection HDMI 1 HDMI 2 NOTE The USB C connection currently supports video and data transfer NOTE As the USB C port supports the USB C Alternate Mode there is no need to set USB for USB C NOTE When connecting to different video ...

Page 56: ...ersonalize Personalize Audio PIP PBP USB Selection DP HDMI 1 Auto Select Off HDMI 2 Auto Select for USB C Reset Input Source USB C 65W On Display Brightness Contrast Dell 34 Monitor Input Source Color Menu Audio Menu Others Others Personalize Personalize Audio PIP PBP USB Selection DP HDMI 1 Auto Select No HDMI 2 Auto Select for USB C Reset Input Source USB C 65W Yes Prompt for Multiple Inputs 3 E...

Page 57: ... set up with any other stand see the documentation that shipped with the stand Tilt extension 5 21 100mm 4 4 NOTE The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory NOTE The slant angle of this monitor is between 4 and 4 not allowing for pivot movements Vertical extension NOTE The stand can be extended vertically up to 100 mm 100mm ...

Page 58: ... Disconnect all video cables from the monitor This way the computer does not have to be involved 3 Turn on the monitor If the monitor is working correctly it detects that there is no signal and one of the following messages appears While in self test mode the power LED remains white Dell P2418HZ Dell 34 Monitor No HDMI 1 Cable The display will go into Standby Mode in 4 minutes www dell com S3423DW...

Page 59: ...hat the screen is clean no dust particles on the surface of the screen 2 Press the button button three to launch the OSD menu 3 Using the front panel buttons select Others Self Diagnostic to initiate the self diagnostic process Dell 34 Monitor Display Dell 34 Monitor Input Source Color Menu Audio Menu Personalize Personalize Audio PIP PBP USB Selection Others Brightness Contrast DDC CI Display Inf...

Page 60: ...and white colors followed by onscreen text 7 The test is complete when the onscreen text appears To exit press the front panel buttons again If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the Built in diagnostics tool the monitor is functioning properly Check the video card and computer ...

Page 61: ... and contrast controls using the OSD 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 using the Input Source menu Poor focus Eliminate video extension cables Reset the monitor to factory settings Factory Reset Change the video resolution to the correct aspect ratio Shaky ...

Page 62: ...itor 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 Reset the monitor to factory settings Factory Reset 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 cabl...

Page 63: ... Custom Color in Color settings OSD Change the Input Color Format to RGB or YCbCr in the Color settings OSD Run the built in diagnostics Image retention from a static image left on the monitor for a long period of time Set the screen to turn off after a few minutes of screen idle time These can be adjusted in Windows Power Options or Mac Energy Saver setting Alternatively use a dynamically changin...

Page 64: ...eck if the OSD menu is locked If yes press and hold the menu button for six seconds to unlock No input signal when user controls are pressed Check the signal source Ensure that the computer is not in standby or sleep mode by moving the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard Check if the video cable is plugged in properly Disconnect and reconnect the video cable if necessary Reset the computer o...

Page 65: ... energy label and product information sheet S3423DWC https eprel ec europa eu qr 1107221 Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales technical support or customer service issues see www dell com contactdell NOTE Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your country NOTE If you do not have an active Internet connection you can find contact information on yo...

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