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Dell S2725DS Monitor
User's Guide
Monitor Model: S2725DS
Regulatory Model: S2725DSc

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  • Page 1 Dell S2725DS Monitor User’s Guide Monitor Model: S2725DS Regulatory Model: S2725DSc...
  • Page 2 WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury or death. © 2024 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell Technologies, Dell, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety instructions......6 About your monitor ......7 Package contents .
  • Page 4 Ergonomics......28 Handling and moving your display ... . . 30 Maintenance guidelines .
  • Page 5 ..... 74 Contacting Dell......74...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Use the following safety guidelines to protect your monitor from potential damage and to ensure your personal safety. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure included in this document assumes that you have read the safety information that shipped with your monitor. NOTE: Before using the monitor, read the safety information that is shipped with your monitor and printed on the product.

  • Page 7: About Your Monitor

    About your monitor Package contents The following table provides the list of components that are shipped with your monitor. If any component is missing, contact Dell. For more information, see Contacting Dell. NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.

  • Page 8: Product Features

    • Safety, Environmental and Regulatory Information Product features The Dell S2725DS monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static and LED backlight. The monitor has the following features: • Supports the refresh rate of 100 Hz.
  • Page 9 TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 with a 4-star rating. It incorporates key technologies that also deliver a flicker-free screen, up to 100 Hz refresh rate, and a color gamut of minimum 95% sRGB. Dell ComfortView Plus feature is enabled by default on your monitor.
  • Page 10 About TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort 3.0 certification program presents a consumer-friendly star rating scheme to the display industry promoting eye wellness from safety to eye care. Compared to existing certifications, the 5-star-rating program adds rigorous testing requirements on overall eye care attributes such as low blue-light, flicker- free, refresh rate, color gamut, color accuracy and ambient light sensor performance.
  • Page 11 Eye Comfort 3.0 Requirements and Star Rating Scheme for Monitors Star Rating Scheme Category Test item 3-star 4-star 5-star TÜV Hardware LBL TÜV Hardware LBL TÜV Hardware LBL Category III (≤50%) Category II (≤35%) Category II (≤35%) Low Blue Light or Software LBL or Category I or Category I...

  • Page 12: Operating System Compatibility

    • Specific release date(s) when operating system versions, patches, or updates are available. • Specific release date(s) when Dell and Alienware branded monitor firmware, software application, or driver updates are available on the Dell support website. Identifying parts and controls Front view...

  • Page 13: Back View

    Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals. Refer to this label (including barcode, if you need to contact Dell for technical support. serial number and The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier Service Tag label) that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.

  • Page 14: Side View

    Side view Bottom view Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description HDMI 2 port Connect to your computer or external device using a HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor). Built-in speakers (2) Provides audio output. HDMI 1 port Connect to your computer or external device using a HDMI cable (shipped with your monitor).
  • Page 15 Security-lock Secure your monitor using a security lock (purchased slot (based on separately) to prevent unauthorized movement of Kensington security your monitor. slot) Power connector Connect the power cable (shipped with your monitor). │ About your monitor...

  • Page 16: Monitor Specifications

    Monitor specifications Description Value Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology Aspect ratio 16:9 Viewable image dimensions Diagonal 684.66 mm (27.0 in.) Active Area Horizontal 596.74 mm (23.49 in.) Vertical 335.66 mm (13.22 in.) Area 200302.79 mm (310.47 in.
  • Page 17 130 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel -30° to 30° Pivot -90° to 90° Cable management Dell Display Manager 2.0 Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility* Security Security-lock slot (for Kensington locks, sold separately) Built-in speakers 2 x 5W │...
  • Page 18 Easy Arrange Memory. 4. Connect your Dell Monitor to multiple input sources and manage these multiple video inputs using Input source. 5. Customize each application with different color mode using Color Preset.

  • Page 19: Resolution Specifications

    Resolution specifications Description Value Horizontal frequency 28 kHz to 151 kHz Vertical refresh rate 48 Hz to 100 Hz Maximum preset resolution 2560 x 1440 Supported video modes Description Value Video display capabilities 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i (HDMI), 1080p, 1440p (HDMI or DisplayPort) │...

  • Page 20: Preset Display Modes

    Preset display modes HDMI/DP Preset Display Modes Horizontal Vertical Sync polarity Pixel clock Display mode frequency frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA 640 x 480 31.47 59.94 25.17 VESA 640 x 480 37.50 75.00 31.50 IBM 720 x 400 31.47 70.08 28.32...

  • Page 21: Electrical Specifications

    This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and peripherals you ordered and Dell 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.
  • Page 22 NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR certified. This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factory default settings which can be restored by “Factory Reset” function in the OSD menu. Changing the factory default settings or enabling other features may increase power consumption that could exceed the ENERGY STAR specified limit.

  • Page 23: Physical Characteristics

    Physical characteristics Description Value Dimensions (with stand): Height (maximum) 518.63 mm (20.42 in.) Height (minimum) 388.63 mm (15.30 in.) Width 611.34 mm (24.07 in.) Depth 200.38 mm (7.89 in.) Dimensions (without stand): Height 355.98 mm (14.02 in.) Width 611.34 mm (24.07 in.) Depth 58.81 mm (2.32 in.) Stand dimensions:...

  • Page 24: Environmental Characteristics

    Environmental characteristics Description Value Compliant standards: • RoHS-compliant • BFR/PVC reduce monitor (The circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates.) • Arsenic-free glass and Mercury-free for the panel only • ENERGY STAR certified monitor Temperature: Operating 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Non-operating •...

  • Page 25: Pin Assignments

    Pin assignments DisplayPort connector 20-pin side of the number connected signal cable ML3 (n) ML3 (p) ML2 (n) ML2 (p) ML1 (n) ML1 (p) ML0 (n) ML0 (p) AUX (p) AUX (n) Hot Plug Detect Re-PWR +3.3 V DP_PWR │ About your monitor...

  • Page 26: Hdmi Connector

    HDMI connector 19-pin side of the number connected signal cable TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD TMDS DATA 2- TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD TMDS DATA 1- TMDS DATA 0+ TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD TMDS DATA 0- TMDS CLOCK+ TMDS CLOCK SHIELD TMDS CLOCK-...

  • Page 27: Plug-And-Play Capability

    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/pixelguidelines.

  • Page 28: Ergonomics

    Ergonomics CAUTION: Improper or prolonged usage of keyboard may result in injury. 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: •...
  • Page 29 • 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 work for extended periods of time.

  • Page 30: Handling And Moving Your Display

    Handling and moving your display To ensure that the monitor is handled safely when lifting or moving it, observe the following guidelines: • Before moving or lifting the monitor, turn off your computer and the monitor. • Disconnect all cables from the monitor. •...

  • Page 31: Maintenance Guidelines

    • Use a clean cloth that is slightly dampened with water to clean the stand assembly, the screen, and the chassis of your Dell monitor. If available, use a screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for cleaning Dell monitors.

  • Page 32: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting up the monitor Attaching the stand NOTE: The stand is not installed at the factory when shipped. NOTE: The following instructions are applicable only for the stand that was shipped with your monitor. If you are attaching a stand that you purchased from any other source, follow the setup instructions that were included with the stand.
  • Page 33 9. Open the protective cover on the monitor to access the VESA slot on the monitor. 10. Slide the tabs on the stand riser into the slots on the display back cover and press the stand assembly down to snap it into place. │...

  • Page 34: Using The Tilt, Swivel And Height Adjustment

    11. Hold the stand riser firmly with both hands and lift the monitor carefully, then place it on a flat surface. 12. Remove the cover from the monitor. Using the tilt, swivel and height adjustment NOTE: These values are applicable to the stand that was shipped with your monitor.

  • Page 35: Tilt, Swivel

    Tilt, swivel With the stand that is attached to the monitor, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. 5° 21° 30° 30° NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory.

  • Page 36: Rotating The Monitor

    Rotating the monitor Before you rotate the monitor, your monitor should be fully vertically extended (Height adjustment) and fully tilted up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor. Rotate clockwise ° │ Setting up the monitor...
  • Page 37 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.

  • Page 38: Connecting Your Monitor

    Safety instructions. NOTE: Dell monitors are designed to work optimally with Dell supplied inbox cables. Dell does not guarantee the video quality and performance if non-Dell cables are used. NOTE: Route the cables through the cable management guide before connecting them.

  • Page 39: Routing The Cables

    3. Connect the power cable to the monitor and the wall outlet. Routing the cables WARNING: Place monitor on a flat, clean, and soft surface to avoid scratching the display panel. You can use the EPE foam cover as a protective blanket.

  • Page 40: Attaching The Side I/O-Cover

    Attaching the side I/O-cover To attach the side I/O-cover: • Align and place the tabs on the side I/O-cover with the slots on the display back-cover. • Press the side I/O-cover to snap it into place. Organizing cables Install the cable management guide. Route the cables through the cable management guide on the stand riser.

  • Page 41: Turn On The Monitor

    Turn on the monitor Press the power button to turn on the monitor. Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) The security-lock slot is at the bottom of the monitor. (see Security-lock slot). Secure your monitor to a table using the Kensington security lock. For more information about using the Kensington lock (sold separately), see the documentation that is shipped with the lock.

  • Page 42: Removing The Monitor Stand

    Removing the monitor stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the LCD screen when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft surface and handle it carefully. NOTE: The following steps are applicable for removing the stand that is shipped with your monitor.

  • Page 43: Vesa Wall Mounting (Optional)

    3. Lift the stand assembly up and away from the monitor. VESA wall mounting (optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). See the documentation that is shipped with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion at the edge of the desk. 2.

  • Page 44: Operating Your Monitor

    Operating your monitor Power on the monitor Press the power button to turn on the monitor. Using the joystick button Use the joystick button on the rear of the monitor to adjust the monitor settings. 1. Press the joystick button to launch the OSD menu. 2.

  • Page 45: Using The Joystick Control

    Using the Joystick Control Direct key functions The following table describes the Joystick control: Joystick control Description To access the adjustment slider of Brightness. Press again to decrease by one level. Direct key 1/ Brightness To choose a preferred audio mode from the list of audio profiles.

  • Page 46: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu Accessing the Menu Launcher When you press the joystick, the Menu Launcher appears to let you access the OSD main menu and shortcut functions. To select a function, move the joystick. Shortcut Shortcut Shortcut Shortcut Shortcut Key1...

  • Page 47: Using The Navigation Keys

    Using the navigation keys When the OSD main menu is active, move the joystick to configure the settings, following the navigation keys displayed below the OSD. Joystick Description to adjust (increase ranges) items in the OSD menu. to adjust (decrease ranges) items in the OSD menu. Down For all first level in the Menu list, exits/closes the OSD...

  • Page 48: Accessing The Menu System

    Accessing the menu system NOTE: If you change the settings and then either proceed to another menu or exit the OSD menu, the monitor automatically saves those changes. The changes are also saved if you change the settings and then wait for the OSD menu to disappear. 1.
  • Page 49 Icon Menu and Description submenus Brightness/ Use this menu feature to adjust brightness and Contrast contrast. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Exit Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight from 0 to 100. Move the joystick to increase the brightness.
  • Page 50 Icon Menu and Description submenus Input Source Uses the Input Source menu to select between the different video signals that may be connected to your monitor. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Input Source HDMI 1 Color HDMI 2 Display Rename Inputs Audio Auto Select Menu Prompt for Multiple Inputs...
  • Page 51 Icon Menu and Description submenus Options for DP/ Allows you to set Auto Select for DP/HDMI: HDMI • Prompt for Multiple Inputs: Always displays the Switch to DP/HDMI Input message for you to choose whether to switch or not. • Always Switch: Always switches to DP/HDMI video input (without asking) when the DP/HDMI cable is connected.
  • Page 52 Icon Menu and Description submenus Color Presets Allows you to choose from the list of preset color modes. Press the joystick to confirm the selection. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Color Presets Standard Input Source Input Color Format Movie Color Display Saturation Audio Reset Color Menu...
  • Page 53 Icon Menu and Description submenus Input Color Allows you to set the video input mode to: Format • RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or a media player that supports RGB output. • YCbCr: Select this option if your media player supports only YCbCr output.
  • Page 54 Icon Menu and Description submenus Resets your monitor’s color settings to the factory Reset Color settings. Display Uses the display to adjust image. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Aspect Ratio 16:9 Input Source Sharpness Color Response Time Normal Display Reset Display Audio Menu Personalize Others...
  • Page 55 Icon Menu and Description submenus Audio Uses the display to adjust audio. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Volume Input Source Speaker Color Audio Pro les Standard Display Reset Audio Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Exit Volume Volume adjusts the volume level of audio output. Move the joystick to increase the volume and move the joystick...
  • Page 56 Icon Menu and Description submenus Menu Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD, such as the languages, the amount of time, the menu remains on screen and so on. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Language English Input Source Rotation Select Color Transparency...
  • Page 57 Icon Menu and Description submenus Personalize Selects this option to adjust the settings of the personalization. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Shortcut Key 1 Input Source Input Source Shortcut Key 2 Color Presets Color Shortcut Key 3 Brightness/Contrast Display Shortcut Key 4 Volume Audio Shortcut Key 5...
  • Page 58 Icon Menu and Description submenus DDC/CI Enables your monitor parameters such as brightness, color balance and so on to be adjustable through the software on your computer. You can disable this feature by selecting Off. Enables this feature for best user experience and optimum performance of your monitor.
  • Page 59 Icon Menu and Description submenus More Select this option for display information and Dell Information monitor support. 27 Monitor Brightness/Contrast Display Info Select Input Source Dell Monitor Support Select Color Display Audio Menu Personalize Others More Information Exit │ Operating your monitor...

  • Page 60: Menu And Power Button Lock

    Menu and power button lock Prevents users to access or change OSD menu settings on the display. By default, the menu and power button lock setting is disabled. To access the lock menu, move the joystick and hold for four seconds.
  • Page 61 NOTE: The unlock menu can be accessed when the menu and power buttons are in locked state. Select option: There are three lock options. Menu Description Menu Buttons When Menu Buttons is selected, the OSD menu settings cannot be changed. All buttons are locked except for the power button.
  • Page 62 Unlocking the OSD menu and Power buttons： 1. Move the joystick and hold for four seconds. The unlock menu appears. 2. Select the unlock icon to unlock the buttons on the display. │ Operating your monitor...

  • Page 63: Osd Warning Messages

    OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, the following message is displayed: The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 2560x1440, 100Hz or any other monitor listed timing as per the monitor speci cations.
  • Page 64 No DP Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.Dell.com/support/S2725DS If an HDMI or DisplayPort cable is not connected, the following dialog box appears. The monitor enters Standby mode after four minutes if left at this state.
  • Page 65 NOTE: The message may be slightly different according to the connected input signal. When you select OSD items of Factory Reset in Other feature, the following message appears: Are you sure you want to reset to default settings? For more information, see Troubleshooting. │...

  • Page 66: Setting The Maximum Resolution

    In Windows 10 and Windows 11: 1. Right-click the desktop and click Display settings. 2. If you have more than one monitor connected, ensure to select S2725DS. 3. Click the Display Resolution drop-down list and select 2560 x 1440. 4. Click Keep changes.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. No DP Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes. www.Dell.com/support/S2725DS No HDMI 1 Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.

  • Page 68: Built-In Diagnostics

    NOTE: This dialog box appears even during normal operation and when the video cable is disconnected or damaged. 4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; Turn on your computer and the monitor. If your monitor remains dark after you reconnect the cables, check your video controller and computer, as your monitor is functioning properly.
  • Page 69 4. When initiated, a gray screen appears. Inspect the screen for abnormalities. 5. Switch the joystick button. The color of the screen changes to red. Inspect the screen for abnormalities. 6. Repeat step 5 and inspect the screen when it displays the colors green, blue, black and white followed by the on-screen text.

  • Page 70: Common Problems

    Common problems The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you might encounter and the possible solutions: Common What you Possible Solutions Symptoms experience No video or No picture Ensure that the video cable connecting power LED off the monitor and the computer is properly connected and secure.
  • Page 71 • Cycle power On-Off. spots • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect that can occur in LCD technology. • For more information about Dell Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Stuck-on pixels LCD screen has •...
  • Page 72 • Restart the computer in the safe mode. Safety related Visible signs of • Do not perform any troubleshooting issues smoke or sparks steps. • Contact Dell immediately. Intermittent Monitor • Ensure that the video cable connecting problems malfunctions on the monitor to the computer is and off connected properly and is secure.
  • Page 73 Common What you Possible Solutions Symptoms experience Image retention Faint shadow from • Set the screen to turn off after a few from a static the static image minutes of screen idle time. These can image left on the that is displayed be adjusted in Windows Power Options monitor for a appears on the...

  • Page 74: Regulatory Information

    S2725DS: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/qr/1837683 Contacting Dell To contact Dell for sales, technical support or customer service issues, see www.dell.com/contactdell. NOTE: Availability varies by country and product and some services may not be available in your country. NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill or Dell product catalog.

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