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Dell S3221QSA Monitor
User's Guide
Monitor Model: S3221QSA
Regulatory Model: S3221QSc

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  • Page 1 Dell S3221QSA Monitor User’s Guide Monitor Model: S3221QSA Regulatory Model: S3221QSc...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety instructions......6 About your monitor ......7 Package contents .
  • Page 4 Setting up the monitor ..... . 29 Connecting the stand ....29 Connecting your monitor .
  • Page 5 Appendix....... . . 69 Contacting Dell..... . . 69 EU product database for energy label and product information sheet .

  • 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. Before using the monitor, read the safety information that is shipped with your monitor and also printed on the product.

  • Page 7: About Your Monitor

    About your monitor Package contents Your monitor ships with the components shown in the table below. 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 (enables the USB ports on the monitor) • Quick Setup Guide Dell S3221QSA • Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information HDMI HDMI 21° 5° 70 mm 4° 4° Dell.com/support/S3221QSA 2022-11 Q41G78S270017A © 2022 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. │ About your monitor...

  • Page 9: Product Features

    Product features The Dell S3221QSA monitor has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), anti-static, and LED backlight. The monitor features include: • 80.01 cm (31.5 in.) viewable area display (measured diagonally). • 3840 x 2160 resolution, with full-screen support for lower resolutions.

  • Page 10: Identifying Parts And Controls

    amount of blue light emitted from the monitor to optimize eye comfort. Identifying parts and controls Front view Control buttons Label Description Function buttons To adjust the items in the OSD menu. (For more information, see Using the control buttons) Power On/Off button To turn the monitor on or off.

  • Page 11: Back View

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

  • Page 12: Side View

    Side view Bottom view 8 10 Bottom view without monitor stand Label Description Built-in right speaker Provides audio output. Security-lock slot Secure your monitor using a security lock (purchased separately) to prevent unauthorized movement of your monitor. See Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional).
  • Page 13 DisplayPort 1.2 Connect to your computer using a DisplayPort cable (purchased separately). Audio line out port Connect to an external speaker or a sub-woofer (purchased separately).* USB 3.0 upstream Connect the USB cable from this port to your port computer to enable the USB ports on your monitor.

  • Page 14: Monitor Specifications

    Monitor specifications Model S3221QSA Screen type Active matrix-TFT LCD Panel type Vertical Alignment Viewable image Diagonal 800.1 mm (31.5 in.) Horizontal, Active Area 697.3 mm (27.5 in.) Vertical, Active Area 392.3 mm (15.4 in.) Area 273550.8 mm (423.5 in. Native resolution and...

  • Page 15: Speaker Specifications

    Height adjustable stand 70 mm Tilt -5° to 21° Swivel Slant Adjust -4° to 4° Dell display manager Easy Arrange and other key features compatibility Security Security-lock slot (cable lock optional purchase) Speaker Specifications Speaker rated power 2 x 5 W...

  • Page 16: Resolution Specifications

    Resolution specifications Model S3221QSA Horizontal scan range 29 kHz to 140 kHz Vertical scan range 40 Hz to 60 Hz (HDMI) 40 Hz to 60 Hz (DisplayPort) Maximum preset 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz with HDCP 2.2 resolution 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz (DisplayPort)

  • Page 17: Preset Display Modes

    Preset display modes HDMI Preset display modes Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 60.0 25.175 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 75.0 31.5 VESA, 720 x 400 31.47 70.0 28.32...
  • Page 18 DisplayPort Preset display modes Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 25.175 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 31.5 VESA, 720 x 400 31.47 28.32 VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 VESA, 800 x 600 46.86...
  • Page 19 PIP enabled (sub source) Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 25.175 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 31.5 VESA, 720 x 400 31.47 28.32 VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 VESA, 800 x 600 46.86...
  • Page 20 PBP enabled (main/sub source) Horizontal Vertical Sync Polarity Pixel Clock Display Mode Frequency Frequency (Horizontal / (MHz) (kHz) (Hz) Vertical) VESA, 640 x 480 31.47 25.175 VESA, 640 x 480 37.5 31.5 VESA, 720 x 400 31.47 28.32 VESA, 800 x 600 37.88 VESA, 800 x 600 46.86...
  • Page 21 Electrical specifications Model S3221QSA Video input signals HDMI 2.0 (HDCP), 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair DisplayPort 1.2, 600 mV for each differential line, 100 ohm input impedance per differential pair AC input voltage/ 100 VAC to 240 VAC / 50 Hz or 60 Hz ±...

  • Page 22: Physical Characteristics

    Physical characteristics Model S3221QSA Signal cable type • Digital: DisplayPort, 20 pins(cable not included) • Digital: HDMI, 19 pins • Universal Serial Bus: USB, 9 pins Dimensions (with stand) Height (extended) 518.1 mm (20.40 in.) Height (compressed) 448.1 mm (17.64 in.) Width 709.2 mm (27.92 in.)

  • Page 23: Environmental Characteristics

    Environmental characteristics Model S3221QSA Compliant Standards • RoHS-compliant • BFR/PVC reduce monitor(Its circuit boards are made from BFR/PVC-free laminates.) • 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) •...

  • Page 24: 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 Dell Support site at www.dell.com/pixelguidelines.

  • Page 25: 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 26 • When sitting, make sure 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 27: Handling And Moving Your Display

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

  • Page 28: Maintenance Guidelines

    Maintenance guidelines Cleaning your monitor WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from the electrical outlet. CAUTION: Read and follow the Safety instructions before cleaning the monitor. For best practices, follow the instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning or handling your monitor: •...

  • Page 29: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting up the monitor Connecting the stand NOTE: The stand is detached when the monitor is shipped from the factory. NOTE: The following procedure is applicable for the stand that shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand.
  • Page 30 6. Place the monitor in an upright position. │ Setting up the monitor...

  • Page 31: Connecting Your Monitor

    Connecting your monitor WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety instructions. NOTE: Do not connect all cables to the monitor at the same time. It is recommend to route the cables through the cable-management slot before you connect them to the monitor.

  • Page 32: Organizing Cables

    Organizing cables Use the cable-management slot to route the cables connected to your monitor. HDMI 2.0 HDMI 2.0 6. Turn on the Monitor. │ Setting up the monitor...

  • Page 33: Securing Your Monitor Using Kensington Lock (Optional)

    Securing your monitor using Kensington lock (optional) You can fasten the monitor using a Kensington security lock to a fixed object that could support the weight of the monitor to prevent it from falling accidentally. The security lock slot is located at the bottom of the monitor. (See Security-lock slot) For more information on using the Kensington lock (purchased separately), see the...

  • Page 34: Removing The Stand

    Removing the stand NOTE: To prevent scratches on the screen when removing the stand, ensure that the monitor is placed on a soft and clean surface. NOTE: The following procedure is applicable only for the stand that shipped with your monitor. If you are connecting a third-party stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand.

  • Page 35: Wall Mounting (Optional)

    Wall mounting (optional) (Screw dimension: M4 x 10 mm). See the documentation that shipped with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit. 1. Place the display on a soft cloth or cushion at the edge of the desk. 2. Remove the stand. See Removing the stand 3.
  • Page 36 Installing must be done by a qualified technician , and please contact your supplier for more information. DELL S3221QSA Flat Panel Monitor /Monitor Plano Panel /Moniteur écran plat Model No. /Modelo /N°de modelo: S3221QSc Input Ra�ng /Entrada /Daya Tegangan /Tension d’entrée: 100-240V 50/60Hz,1.6A...

  • Page 37: Operating Your Monitor

    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. │ Operating your monitor...

  • Page 38: Control Buttons

    Control buttons The following table describes the control buttons: Control Buttons Description Use this button for choose from a list of preset modes. Shortcut key/Preset Modes Use the buttons to adjust the volume. Minimum is ‘0’ (-). Maximum is ‘100’ (+). Shortcut key/Volume Use the Menu button to launch the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.

  • Page 39: Osd Controls

    OSD controls Use the buttons on the bottom of the monitor to adjust the image settings. 1 2 3 4 Control Buttons Description Use the Up button to increase values or move up in a menu. Use the Down button to decrease values or move down in a menu.

  • Page 40: Using The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    NOTE: Any changes you make are automatically saved when you move to another menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu to automatically close. 1. Press the button to display the OSD main menu. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Input Source Color Display...
  • Page 41 Icon Menu and Description Submenus Brightness/ Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjust- Contrast ment. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Input Source Color Display PIP/PBP Audio Menu Personalize Others Brightness Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight. Press the button to increase the brightness and press button to decrease the brightness (min.
  • Page 42 Input Source Use the input source menu to select between the differ- ent video signals that may be connected to your monitor. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast HDMI 1 Input Source Input Source HDMI 2 Color Auto Select Display...
  • Page 43 • Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color settings. Press the buttons to adjust the three colors (R, G, B) values and create your own preset color mode. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Preset Modes Standard ComfortView...
  • Page 44 • RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a computer or DVD player using the HDMI cable. • YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only YPbPr output. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Preset Modes Input Color Format...
  • Page 45 Display Use the display to adjust image. Dell 32 Monitor > Brightness / Contrast Aspect Ratio Wide 16:9 > Input Source Sharpness > Color Response Time Normal > Display Dark Stabilizer > PIP/PBP Smart HDR Reset Display Audio Menu Personalize...
  • Page 46 PIP/PBP Allows you to watch more images at the same time. Dell 32 Monitor > Brightness / Contrast PIP/PBP Mode Input Source Color Display PIP/PBP Audio Menu Personalize Others PIP/PBP Adjusts the PIP or PBP mode. You can disable this feature Mode by selecting Off.
  • Page 47 Audio Use the Audio to adjust audio. Dell 32 Monitor > Brightness / Contrast Volume Input Source > Speaker Color Reset Audio Display PIP/PBP Audio Menu Personalize Others Volume Use the buttons to adjust the volume. Minimum is ‘0’ (-).
  • Page 48 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. Dell 32 Monitor Language English Brightness / Contrast Transparency Input Source...
  • Page 49 Personalize Select this option to adjust the settings of the personali- zation. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Shorout Key 1 Preset Modes Input Source Shorout Key 2 Volume Color Power Button LED On in On Mode Display O in Standby Mode...
  • Page 50 Power But- Allows you to set the power LED indicator On in On ton LED Mode or Off in On Mode to save energy. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Shorout Key 1 Input Source Shorout Key 2 Color Power Button LED...
  • Page 51 Menu Factory Reset Personalize Others Display Info Displays the monitor’s current settings. Dell 32 Monitor Brightness / Contrast Display Info Model: Dell S3221QSA Input Source DDC/CI Input Source: HDMI 2 Color LCD Conditioning Current: 3840x2160, 60Hz Display PBP Stutas: O...
  • Page 52 Service Tag Display the service tag number of the display. The Service Tag 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.

  • Page 53: Menu And Power Button Lock

    NOTE: The lock menu can be accessed using this method when the Menu and Power buttons are in unlocked state. Dell 32 Monitor Select option: To access the unlock menu, press and hold the Exit button (button 4) for four seconds.
  • Page 54 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 Power button. Power Button When Power Button is selected, the display cannot be turned off using the Power button. Menu + Power When Menu + Power Buttons is selected, the OSD Buttons...

  • Page 55: Osd Warning Messages

    OSD warning messages When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, the following message is displayed: Dell 32 Monitor The current input timing is not supported by the monitor display. Please change your input timing to 3840x2160, 60Hz...
  • Page 56 Dell P2418HZ Dell 32 Monitor No HDMI signal from your device. 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.
  • Page 57 The OSD functions only in the normal operation mode. When any button is pressed in the Active-off mode, the following message will be displayed: Dell P2418HZ Dell 32 Monitor No HDMI signal from your device. Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to wake it up.

  • Page 58: Setting The Maximum Resolution

    • Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers. If you have a Dell desktop or a Dell portable computer with internet access Go to www.dell.com/support, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
  • Page 59 3. Click Change Display Settings. 4. Click Advanced Settings. 5. Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel, and so on). 6. Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example, www.ATI.com OR www.AMD.com).

  • Page 60: Using The Tilt And Vertical Extension

    Using the tilt and vertical extension NOTE: These values are applicable to the stand that was shipped with your monitor. To set up with any other stand, see the documentation that shipped with the stand. Tilt Extension 21° 5° 4° 4°...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    If the monitor is working correctly, it detects that there is no signal and one of the following message appears. While in self-test mode, the power LED remains white. Dell P2418HZ Dell 32 Monitor No HDMI Cable The display will go into Standby mode in 4 minutes.
  • Page 62 4. Turn Off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on your computer and the monitor. If your monitor remains dark after you reconnect the cables, check your video controller and computer. │ Troubleshooting...

  • Page 63: Built-In Diagnostics

    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 the Exit button (button 4) for four seconds to enter the OSD lock/unlock menu. Dell 32 Monitor Select option: │ Troubleshooting...
  • Page 64 Dell 32 Monitor Select option: 4. Select the icon to run the built-in diagnostics. 5. Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities. 6. Press the Up button (button 1) on the back cover again. The color of the screen changes to grey.

  • Page 65: Common Problems

    Missing Pixels • 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 at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. │...
  • Page 66 Stuck-on Pixels • 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 at: www.dell.com/pixelguidelines. Brightness •...
  • Page 67 Wrong Color • Change the Color Setting Mode in the Color Settings OSD to Graphics or Video depending on the application. • Try different Preset Modes in Color settings OSD. Adjust R/G/B value in Custom Color in Color settings OSD. •...

  • Page 68: Product-Specific Problems

    Product-specific problems Specific Possible Solutions Symptoms Screen image is too • Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display settings small OSD. • Reset the monitor to Factory Settings (Factory Reset). Cannot adjust the • Turn Off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back, monitor with the and then turn On the monitor.

  • Page 69: Appendix

    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.

  • Page 70: Stability Hazard

    Stability Hazard. The product may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. To prevent injury, this product must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the installation instructions. A product may fall, causing serious personal injury or death. Many injuries, particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as: ALWAYS use cabinets or stands or installation methods recommended by the manufacturer of the product set.

  • Page 71: S3221Qsa Outline Dimension

    S3221QSA Outline Dimension Unit : mm [inch] Dimension : Nominal Drawing : Not to scale Z=54.1[2.13] Z=40.8[1.61] Z=55.1[2.17] (4X) 709.2 [27.92] M4X10 (4X) Projected: 8.2 [0.32] Projected: 692.9 [27.28] Projected: 8.2 [0.32] TILT Curved: 697.1 [27.44] [0.24] 5 ° 21 °...

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