If the soundbar works on the computer, you may have a defective USB port on the Dell monitor or a defective the USB upstream cable. Clean or reconnect all cables again. Test the soundbar with a different audio source, such as from another computer. Unfortunately, even at a technically less challenging QHD resolution, Dell has been unable to fit freesync into panels like this and with the unimpressive 60Hz refresh rate, there just isn’t much incentive for pure gamers to consider this one. In terms of adjustments, this monitor has all bases covered. Tilt, swivel, rotate and height adjustments are all there and par for course. As with Dell’s recent arm design, there’s a little hollow nook in the middle of the monitor for better cable management that comes in nice and handy. As far as I can tell, it doesn’t compromise on the stability or rigidity as it withstood me shaking on the stand with some effort. Adjust the volume levels on Windows and the application in use. Also, play an alternate audio file or online media is possible.

All other products will be delivered via the fastest available method (excluding bank holidays and weekends) and generally within 3-5 days, depending on customer location. The Dell U2722DE and the slim soundbar is a surprisingly decent pairing for productivity work and I have no qualms recommending it that way, though the sound fidelity might not satisfy some. The monitor by itself is excellent with good color coverage though having freesync and/or HDR support would make it a better all-rounder for people looking at both sides of the spectrum. A standout feature in this flavour of firmware is definitely the built-in Picture-in-Picture mode, where, if you wish, you could use the monitor for another source that is also plugged in to the input, making it very handy for users who tend to need that multitasking screen space working on multiple projects. Display Quality USB3 has been utilized for the soundbar’s only connectivity option and Dell didn’t see a need to implement any kind of Bluetooth connectivity that might increase the cost of the product – A move I agree with though as always, wouldn’t hurt to include a separate SKU for those that might want it. Soundstage & VolumeFor a person that is pretty much used to stereo speakers and the way they sound, the soundstage of the soundbar definitely takes some time getting used to. CompleteCover: Service is available for personal computers, Axim PDAs, Dell branded projectors and LCD TV. CompleteCover excludes theft, loss, and damage due to fire, intentional damage, acts of God or natural disasters, animals, pets or pests. Customer may be required to return unit to Dell. This service is only available in selected countries.

CompleteCover:CompleteCover service is available for personal computers, Axim PDAs, Dell branded projectors and LCD TV. CompleteCover excludes theft, loss, and damage due to fire, intentional damage, acts of God or natural disasters, animals, pets or pests. Customer may be required to return unit to Dell. Dell has even included a god damn Ethernet port on this thing, just in case there is a conceivable reason that a configuration like this would be better for cable management. Time’s Scar, Chrono Cross – Listening for the highs of the flute and the transition to high-mids from the viola, general instrumental The brightness can also be cranked all the way up to blinding if you wish. According to my eyes, it seems to spec a bit higher than the 350nits listed in the specifications. Estimated valueis Dell’s estimate of product value based on industry data, including the prices at which third-party retailers have offered or valued the same or comparable products, in its most recent survey of major online and/or off-line retailers. Third-party retailer data may not be based on actual sales.Dell monitors with integrated speakers do not have the required slots or connections available to connect a soundbar. IDC Whitepaper “Optimizing Performance with Frequent Server Replacements for Enterprises” commissioned by Dell Technologies and Intel, March 2021. Results are based on interviews with 18 IT practitioners and decision makers at midsize and large enterprises and a web survey of 707 IT practitioners and decision makers at midsize and larger enterprises using Dell Technologies server solutions across 7 industries. See full whitepaper: https://www.delltechnologies.com/resources/en-us/asset/white-papers/products/servers/server-infrastructure-resiliency-enterprise-whitepaper.pdf Surprisingly, there isn’t any distortion as far as I could hear. That said, it does start to make its weaknesses more obvious in terms of the level balance within the mids and lows, where the base can be overpowering the mids without a nuanced transition on certain songs. Sound Quality on Dell internal analysis using publicly available specs in August 2023 comparing maximum effective capacity for PowerStore 1200 and FlashArray //X20. Assumes average 4:1 data reduction for PowerStore, 5:1 for Pure Storage. Actual results vary. On more challenging songs such as the extremely bass-heavy intro of Metallica’s Enter Sandman, the bass simply sounds muted from what you’d expect and isn’t a good experience, the same can be said with George Michael’s Careless Whisper where the Saxophone solo just isn’t as nuanced when from note to note.

Overall, think of them as a pair of decent laptop speakers that does its job adequately without any fuss on your end. Don’t come in expecting audiophile quality sound and you’ll be surprised at what these speakers can deliver. Price Another oddly missing feature is HDR support, which shouldn’t be difficult to certify and achieve, given the good color accuracy of this monitor. Price Sitting at about arm’s length from the soundbar itself, things are usually ok in terms of it feeling like stereo sound, thanks to each driver being at the far end length of the speaker itself. However, it starts to break down if one were to move towards the speaker a little, as the soundstage is not as wide as two separate satellite speakers would be, causing it to narrow it to something more mono-sounding; a heads up for interested parties to sit further away to get the best experience. Terms Apply. Promotion ends 3 December 2023. Items are subject to availability. Max 5 units per customer.At this rate, I’d expect some sort of built-in mid-range DAC/Amp combo to truly round up the all-in-one experience in the near future. Just kidding… or am i? OSD In terms of volume, these are pretty really loud speakers given that they’re usb-powered and can fill the typical room at about 60 volume no problem and that’s not even at its pull power, nice. You’ll definitely have no issues here. The Microphone A unique feature of this soundbar versus the Dell Slim Soundbar SB521A is that this model has a built in microphone. So, even though most of the supported monitors do not come with a camera, you can at least take audio conferencing calls with this soundbar, the monitor, and nothing else. My first audio test of the microphone led me to believe that it was complete trash. My voice sound like it was coming from a roadside payphone - tinny, raspy, without any depth. But that was when I was using the slim soundbar as my main speaker. I changed the audio output to the AC511, and... well, it wasn't amazing, but it wasn't that bad either. I would say it's equivalent to the speaker that is built into my Logitech C922 webcam. But since it's about as good of a mic as the webcam that I'll have plugged in anyway, I don't know if there's any point for me to use the soundbars microphone. Each Dell soundbar is compatible with a specific series of Dell monitors. Dell has five soundbars that are available for Dell monitors based on the type of display and the manufacture date. If you want to know what it sounds like, set your iPhone to max volume. That's pretty much what this soundbar sounds like at max volume.

IDC Whitepaper: “Optimizing Performance with Frequent Server Replacements for Enterprises” commissioned by Dell Technologies and Intel, March 2021. Results are based on interviews with 18 IT practitioners and decision makers at midsize and large enterprises and a web survey of 707 IT practitioners and decision makers at midsize and larger enterprises using Dell Technologies server solutions across 7 industries. See full whitepaper: https://www.delltechnologies.com/resources/en-us/asset/white-papers/products/servers/server-infrastructure-resiliency-enterprise-whitepaper.pdfIt seems like Dell doesn’t call this the “USB-C Hub Monitor” for nothing on their brochure. As you can see from the ports below, they’re pulling out all the stops to include just about everything you’d want from a hub for a true dongle-less experience.