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SyncMaster 931BW PLUS

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Page 1: ...SyncMaster 931BW PLUS LCD Monitor User Manual imagine the possibilities ...

Page 2: ...not touch Ground to prevent an electric shock Power When not used for extended period of time set your computer to DPM If using screen saver set it to active screen mode The images here are for reference only and are not applicable in all cases or countries Shortcut to Anti Afterimage Instructions Do not use damaged or loose plug This may cause electric shock or fire Do not pull the plug out by th...

Page 3: ... connector may cause an electric shock or fire To disconnect the apparatus from the mains the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket therefore the mains plug shall be readily op erable This may cause electric shock or fire Installation Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center when installing your monitor in a location with heavy dust high or low temperatures high humidity and exposed...

Page 4: ...rom the power cable A melted coating may cause electric shock or fire Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation for instance a bookshelf closet etc Any increase in the internal temperature may cause fire Put down the monitor carefully Failing to do so may damage the monitor Do not place the monitor face down This may damage the TFT LCD surface The installation of the bracket must ...

Page 5: ...s may cause damage electric shock or fire Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty clean it properly using a dry cloth A dirty connector may cause electric shock or fire Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product Otherwise this may cause electric shock or fire Unplug the power cord from the power outlet an...

Page 6: ...m the outlet during storms or lightning or if it is not used for a long period of time Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable This may cause a breakdown electric shock or fire due to damage to the cable Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable This may cause a breakdown ...

Page 7: ...solution and frequency to the level appropriate for the model An inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality Viewing the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in damage to your eyesight To ease eye strain take at least a five minute break after every hour of using the monitor Do not install the product on an unstable uneven surface or a location prone to vibration...

Page 8: ...ay cause your monitor to fall and become damaged or cause personal injury Good Postures When Using the Monitor Try to maintain a good posture when using the monitor Keep your back straight Keep a distance of about 45 50 cm between your eyes and the monitor screen Look at the screen from slightly above it and have the monitor directly in front of you Tilt the monitor upwards by 10 20 degrees Adjust...

Page 9: ...peed than its original speed RTA Off Deactivates the RTA function so that the panel operates at its original response speed Note If you turn the power off and on again after switching RTA Off the RTA function is automatically switched On Factory Setting Package Contents Note Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor If any items are missing contact your dealer Contact a l...

Page 10: ...ck Setup Guide Warranty Card Not available in all loca tions User s Guide Cables D Sub Cable Power Cord Sold separately DVI Cable option Note This is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature Introduction 9 ...

Page 11: ... are available Custom Text Internet Game Sport Movie and Dynamic Con trast Each mode has its own pre configured brightness value You can easily select one of seven settings by simply pressing MagicBright control button 1 Custom Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers the pre configured values may not be comfortable to your eyes depending on your taste If this is the case adjust t...

Page 12: ...o adjust brightness Click here to see an animation clip Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu Enter button SOURCE button Activates a highlighted menu item Push the SOURCE then selects the video signal while the OSD is off When the SOURCE button is pressed to change the input mode a message appears in the upper left of the screen displaying the current mode analog or di...

Page 13: ...onservation turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods Rear Note The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product POWER port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back of the monitor DVI IN port Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN port on the back of your monitor RGB IN port Connect the D sub ca...

Page 14: ...y fix the system when using it in a public place The locking device has to be purchased separately For using a locking device contact where you purchase it Note See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections Introduction 13 ...

Page 15: ...Analog connector on the video card Connect the signal cable to the 15 pin D sub port on the back of your monitor RGB IN Using the DVI Digital connector on the video card Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN Port on the back of your Monitor DVI IN Connected to a Macintosh Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D sub connection cable Note If the monitor and the computer are connected...

Page 16: ... the screen 3 Remove two screws and then remove the stand from the LCD monitor 4 Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with four screws that came with the arm type base wall mount hanger or other base Do not use screws longer than the standard dimension as they may damage the inside of the Monitor For wall mounts that do not comply with VESA s...

Page 17: ...hen a non VESA or non specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions To mount the monitor on a wall you should purchase the wall mounting kit that allows you to mount the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wall surface Contact the nearest Samsung Service Center for more information Samsung Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused ...

Page 18: ...he operating system you have Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here Internet web site http www samsung com Worldwide Installing the Monitor Driver Automatic 1 Insert CD into the CD ROM drive 2 Click Windows 3 Choose your monitor model in the model list then click the OK button 4 If you can see following message window then click the Continue A...

Page 19: ...ng Monitor homepage http www samsung com Installing the Monitor Driver Manual Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System 1 Insert your Manual CD into your CD ROM drive 2 Click Start and Control Panel Then double click on Appearance and Personalization 3 Click Personalization and then Display Settings 4 Click Advanced Settings Using the Software 18 ...

Page 20: ...ayed as shown in the figure below click Continue Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo and this installation doesn t damage your system The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage 6 Click Update Driver in the Driver tab 7 Check the Browse my computer for driver software checkbox and click Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer Using the Software...

Page 21: ...ive where the driver setup file is located and click OK 9 Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen and click Next 10 Click Close Close OK OK on the following screens displayed in sequence Using the Software 20 ...

Page 22: ...nto the CD ROM drive 2 Click Start Control Panel then click the Appearance and Themes icon 3 Click Display icon and choose the Settings tab then click Advanced 4 Click the Properties button on the Monitor tab and select Driver tab Using the Software 21 ...

Page 23: ...arch I will then click Next and then click Have disk 7 Click the Browse button then choose A D Driver and choose your monitor model in the model list and click the Next button 8 If you can see following message window then click the Continue Anyway button Then click OK button Using the Software 22 ...

Page 24: ...K button continually 10 Monitor driver installation is completed Microsoft Windows 2000 Operating System When you can see Digital Signature Not Found on your monitor follow these steps 1 Choose OK button on the Insert disk window 2 Click the Browse button on the File Needed window 3 Choose A D Driver then click the Open button and then click OK button How to install 1 Click Start Setting Control P...

Page 25: ... 10 Click the Finish button then the Close button If you can see the Digital Signature Not Found window then click the Yes button And click the Finish button then the Close button Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System 1 Click Start Setting Control Panel 2 Double click the Display icon 3 Select the Settings tab and click Advanced Properties button 4 Select the Monitor tab 5 Click the Change...

Page 26: ...e Linux Operating System To execute X Window you need to make the X86Config file which is a type of system setting file 1 Press Enter at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file 2 The third screen is for setting your mouse 3 Set a mouse for your computer 4 The next screen is for selecting a keyboard 5 Set a Keyboard for your computer 6 The next screen is for setting your ...

Page 27: ...on refer to Help F1 in the software program How to install the Natural Color software Insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD ROM Drive Then the initial screen of the program Natural Color will be executed Click Natural Color on the initial screen to install the Natural Color software To install the program manually insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD RO...

Page 28: ...nse agreement to accept the terms of use 6 Choose a folder to install the MagicTune program 7 Click Install 8 The Installation Status window appears 9 Click Finish 10 When the installation is complete the MagicTune executable icon appears on your desktop Double click the icon to start the program MagicTune execution icon may not appear depending on specification of computer sys tem or monitor If t...

Page 29: ...Tune 1 Go to Task Tray Start Settings and select Control Panel in the menu If the program runs on Windows XP go to Control Panel in the Start menu 2 Click the Add or Remove Programs icon in Control Panel 3 In the Add or Remove Programs screen scroll down to find MagicTune Click on it to highlight it 4 Click the Change Remove button to remove the program 5 Click Yes to begin the uninstall process 6...

Page 30: ... Fine Coarse and Position are adjusted automatically Available in Analog mode only To make the automatic adjustment function sharper execute the AUTO function while the AUTO PATTERN is on If auto adjustment does not work properly press AUTO button again to adjust picture with more accuracy If you change resolution in the control panel auto function will be executed automatically OSD Lock Unlock Wh...

Page 31: ...rrent states of settings or prevent others from adjusting the current settings Lock Hold down the MENU button for more than five 5 seconds to activate the OSD adjustment lock function Unlock Hold down the MENU button for more than five 5 seconds to deactivate the OSD adjustment lock function Adjusting the Monitor 30 ...

Page 32: ...n to circle through available preconfigured modes seven different modes Custom Text Internet Game Sport Movie Dynamic Contrast Brightness When OSD is not on the screen push the Brightness button to adjust brightness Adjusting the Monitor 31 ...

Page 33: ... Brightness Contrast Color MagicColor Color Tone Color Con trol Gamma Image Coarse Fine Sharpness H Position V Position OSD Language H Position V Position Transparen cy Display Time Setup Auto Source Image Reset Color Reset RTA Image Size Information Adjusting the Monitor 32 ...

Page 34: ...Picture Brightness You can use the on screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference MENU MENU Contrast Adjusting the Monitor 33 ...

Page 35: ...improve digital image and to display natural color more clearly without disturbing image quality Off Returns to the original mode Demo The screen before applying MagicColor appears on the right and the screen after applying MagicColor appears on the left Full Displays not only vivid natural color but also more realistic natural skin color with clearness Intelligent Displays vivid natural color wit...

Page 36: ...can be selected Cool Makes whites bluish Normal Keeps whites white Warm Makes whites reddish Custom Select this mode when you want to adjust the image according to your preferences Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 35 ...

Page 37: ...ts individual Red Green Blue color balance Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent MENU MENU Gamma Gamma correction changes the luminance of the colors with intermediate luminance Adjusting the Monitor 36 ...

Page 38: ...Image Coarse Removes noise such as vertical stripes Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area You may relocate it to the center using the horizontal control menu Available in Analog mode only MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 37 ...

Page 39: ...oves noise such as horizontal stripes If the noise persists even after Fine tuning repeat it after adjusting the frequency clock speed Available in Analog mode only MENU MENU Sharpness Adjusting the Monitor 38 ...

Page 40: ...nce of image Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent MENU MENU H Position Changes the horizontal position of the monitor s entire display Available in Analog mode only MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 39 ...

Page 41: ...V Position Changes the vertical position of the monitor s entire display Available in Analog mode only MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 40 ...

Page 42: ...SD Language You can choose one of nine languages Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD It has no effect on any software running on the computer MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 41 ...

Page 43: ...u can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor MENU MENU V Position You can change the vertical position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 42 ...

Page 44: ...rency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD Off On MENU MENU Display Time The menu will be automatically turned off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period Adjusting the Monitor 43 ...

Page 45: ...of time the menu will wait before it is turned off 5 sec 10 sec 20 sec 200 sec MENU MENU Setup Auto Source Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select the signal source No Yes MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 44 ...

Page 46: ...Image Reset Image parameters are replaced with the factory default values MENU MENU Color Reset Color parameters are replaced with the factory default values Adjusting the Monitor 45 ...

Page 47: ...lay Off Deactivates the RTA function so that the panel operates at its original response speed On Activates the RTA function so that the panel operates at a higher response speed than its original speed Note If you turn the power off and on again after switching RTA Off the RTA function is automatically switched On Factory Setting MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 46 ...

Page 48: ... aspect ratio of the input signals Wide A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals Note Signals not available in the standard mode table are not supported If the wide screen which is the optimal resolution for the monitor is set on your PC this function is not performed MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 47 ...

Page 49: ...Information Shows a video source display mode on the OSD screen MENU MENU Adjusting the Monitor 48 ...

Page 50: ...t the video cable then turn on both your computer and the monitor If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure check your video controller and computer system your monitor is functioning properly Warning Messages If there is something wrong with the input signal a message appears on the screen or the screen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on The mess...

Page 51: ...ase check the computer for trouble Check List Note Before calling for assistance check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any prob lems yourself If you do need assistance please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer No images on the screen I cannot turn on the monitor Q Is the power cord connected properly A Check the power cord connection an...

Page 52: ...age is displayed again if the system is rebooted Q There is no image on the screen Is the power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1 second intervals A The monitor is in PowerSaver mode A Press a key on the keyboard to activate the monitor and restore the image on the screen A If there is still no image press the SOURCE button Then press any key on the keyboard again to activate the monitor and ...

Page 53: ... The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted Q Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency on the monitor A Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card Refer to the Preset Timing Modes LED is blinking but no images on the screen Q Is the frequency properly adjusted when checking the Display Timing on the menu A Adjust the frequency properly by referring to the video card manua...

Page 54: ...Play monitor by searching new Hardware A MagicTune is an additional software for the monitor Some graphic cards may not support your monitor When you have a problem with the graphic card visit our website to check the compatible graphic card list provided http www samsung com monitor magictune MagicTune doesn t work properly Q Have you changed your PC or video graphic card A Download the latest pr...

Page 55: ...ur contact an authorized service center Q A Q How can I change the frequency A The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card A Note that video card support can vary depending on the version of the driver used Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details Q How can I adjusts the resolution A Windows XP Set the resolution in the Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display...

Page 56: ... soft cloth using either a cleaning solution or plain water Do not leave any detergent or scratches on the case Do not let any water enter the monitor Note Before calling for assistance check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any prob lems yourself If you do need assistance please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer Troubleshooting 55 ...

Page 57: ...um resolution 1440 x 900 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1440 x 900 75 Hz Input Signal Terminated RGB Analog DVI Digital Visual Interface Compliant Digital RGB 0 7 Vp p 5 TTL level V high 2 0 V V low 0 8 V Maximum Pixel Clock 137 MHz Analog Digital Power Supply AC 100 240 V 10 50 60 Hz 3 Hz Signal Cable 15pin to 15pin D sub cable Detachable DVI D to DVI D connector Detachable Option Dimensions W x H x D ...

Page 58: ...ixels may be seen This is not from bad quality and you can use it without any problems For example the number of TFT LCD sub pixels contained in this product are 3 888 000 Note Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice Class B Equipment Information Communication equipment for residential use This product complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives for resi...

Page 59: ...ank while the power LED is on Refer to the video card manual and adjusts the screen as follows Display Mode Horizontal Frequency kHz Vertical Fre quency Hz Pixel Clock MHz Sync Polarity H V IBM 640 x 350 31 469 70 086 25 175 IBM 640 x 480 31 469 59 940 25 175 IBM 720 x 400 31 469 70 087 28 322 MAC 640 x 480 35 000 66 667 30 240 MAC 832 x 624 49 726 74 551 57 284 MAC 1152 x 870 68 681 75 062 100 00...

Page 60: ...n one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal Cycle and the inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency Unit kHz Vertical Frequency Like a fluorescent lamp the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user The frequency of this repetition is called the Vertical Freq...

Page 61: ...leaner by using a soft cloth to polish Do not force the LCD area but rub softly If excessive force is applied you may stain it If you are not satisfied with the picture quality you can get better quality of picture by performing the Auto Adjustment function in display screen that is appeared as window termination button is pressed If there s still noise after the automatic adjustment use the Fine ...

Page 62: ... off when using a stationary pattern Turn the power off for 4 hours after 20 hours in use Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use Use a Screen saver if possible Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme Suggestions for specific applications Ex Airports Transit Stations Stock Markets Banks and Con...

Page 63: ...aver program when you are not using it Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns When the LCD panel is operated for a long time with a fixed pattern over 12 hours there may be slight difference in voltage between electrodes that work the liquid crystal LC in a pixel The voltage difference...

Page 64: ...Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406 2 Pixel fault Class II Information 63 ...

Page 65: ... com co COSTA RICA 0 800 507 7267 http www samsung com latin ECUADOR 1 800 10 7267 http www samsung com latin EL SALVADOR 800 6225 http www samsung com latin GUATEMALA 1 800 299 0013 http www samsung com latin JAMAICA 1 800 234 7267 http www samsung com latin PANAMA 800 7267 http www samsung com latin PUERTO RICO 1 800 682 3180 http www samsung com latin REP DOMINICA 1 800 751 2676 http www samsun...

Page 66: ...UBLIC OF IRE LAND 0818 717 100 http www samsung com ie SLOVAKIA 0800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 http www samsung com sk SPAIN 902 10 11 30 http www samsung com es SWEDEN 0771 400 200 http www samsung com se SWITZERLAND 0800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 http www samsung com ch U K 0870 SAMSUNG 726 7864 http www samsung com uk CIS ESTONIA 800 7267 http www samsung ee LATVIA 800 7267 http www samsung com lv LITHUANIA 8 80...

Page 67: ...mage on a monitor is composed of red green and blue dots The closer the dots the higher the resolution The distance be tween two dots of the same color is called the Dot Pitch Unit mm Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user The frequency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate...

Page 68: ...his Product Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment Europe only Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems This marking shown on the product or its literature indi cates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrol led waste dispo...

Page 69: ...lectronics Co Ltd Microsoft Windows and Win dows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation VESA DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standard Association the ENERGY STAR name and logo are reg istered trademarks of the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA As an ENERGY STAR Partner Samsung Electronics Co Ltd has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ...

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