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Refer to the user manual for your PC or graphics card for further instructions on adjustment.

How can I change the

resolution?

Windows XP: Go to

Control Panel

Appearance and

Themes

Display

Settings

and adjust the resolution.

Windows ME/2000: Go to

Control Panel

Display

Settings

and adjust the resolution.

Windows Vista: Go to

Control Panel

Appearance and

Personalization

Personalize

Display Settings

and

adjust the resolution.

Windows 7: Go to

Control Panel

Appearance and

Personalization

Display

Adjust Resolution

and adjust

the resolution.

How do I set power-saving

mode?

Windows XP: Set power-saving mode in

Control Panel

Appearance and Themes

Display

Screen Saver

Settings

or BIOS SETUP on the PC.

Windows ME/2000: Set power-saving mode in

Control Panel

Display

Screen Saver Settings

or BIOS SETUP on the

PC.

Windows Vista: Set power-saving mode in

Control Panel

Appearance and Personalization

Personalize

Screen Saver Settings

or BIOS SETUP on the PC.

Windows 7: Set power-saving mode in

Control Panel

Appearance and Personalization

Personalize

Screen

Saver Settings

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Summary of Contents for SyncMaster S23A950D

Page 1: ...anual SyncMaster S23A950D S27A950D The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance BN46 00035A 09 ...

Page 2: ... of Samsung Electronics Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation VESA DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association An administration fee may be charged if either a an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product i e where you have failed to read this user manual b you bring the unit to a repair ...

Page 3: ...ence only Real life situations may differ from what is shown in the images Warning A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed Caution Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are not followed Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed ...

Page 4: ...r cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands Otherwise an electric shock may result 3 Wipe the monitor with a clean soft and dry cloth z Do not apply a cleaning agent that contains alcohol solvent or surfactant to the monitor z Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product 4 Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the monitor 5 Con...

Page 5: ...ct The appearance may differ depending on the product Precautions for storage High glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used nearby Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 if the inside of the monitor needs cleaning service fee will be charged Safety Precautions Electricity and Safety The following images are for reference onl...

Page 6: ... all the way in so it is not loose z An unstable connection may cause a fire Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket type 1 insulated devices only z An electric shock or injury may result Do not bend or pull the power cord with force Do not weigh the power cord down with a heavy object z A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire Do not place the power cord or product near ...

Page 7: ...pletely cut the power to the product Power to the product cannot be completely cut off with the power button Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket z An electric shock or fire may result DO NOT PLACE CANDLES INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES z Otherwise a fire may result Avoid installing the product in ...

Page 8: ...product to direct sunlight heat or a hot object such as a stove z Otherwise the product lifespan may be reduced or a fire may result Do not install the product within the reach of young children z The product may fall and injure children Take care not to drop the product when moving it z Otherwise product failure or personal injury may result Do not set down the product on its front z The screen m...

Page 9: ...r Service Center page 81 for repair Before moving the product turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cable and all other connected cables z Otherwise the power cord may be damaged and a fire or electric shock may result If the product generates a strange noise a burning smell or smoke remove the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 z An electric sh...

Page 10: ...lt Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product z An explosion or fire may result Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains z Otherwise a fire may result from an increased internal temperature Do not insert a metallic object a chopstick coin hair pin etc or inflammable object paper match etc into the vent or ports of the product z If water or ...

Page 11: ...kage Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency z Your eyesight may deteriorate Do not put DC power adapters together z Otherwise a fire may result Remove the plastic bag from the DC power adapter before you use it z Otherwise a fire may result Do not let water enter the DC power device or get the device wet z An electric shock or fire may result z Avoid using the product outdoors...

Page 12: ...een when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height z Otherwise children s fingers or hands may become stuck and injured z Tilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal injury Do not place...

Page 13: ...ghtly downward at the screen Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen z Adjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen z Keep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of your hands z Keep your elbows at about a right angle z Adjust the height of the product so you can keep your knees bent at 90 degrees or more your heels attached to the floor and your ...

Page 14: ...on 9 Operation 13 Correct posture to use the product PREPARATIONS 19 Checking the Contents 19 Removing the Packaging 20 Checking the Components 21 Parts 21 Frontal Buttons 23 Reverse Side 24 Tidying Up the Connected Cables 24 Kensington Lock 25 Adjusting the Product Tilt 3D 26 3D 26 3D Mode 27 Depth 28 L R Change 28 3D2D 29 Standard HDMI Compatible Formats 29 Resolution Supported for PC Input via ...

Page 15: ... Resolution Using a PC 39 Connecting to a Video Device 39 Connection Using the HDMI Cable 39 Connecting Headphones SCREEN SETUP 40 MAGIC 40 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle 41 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright 42 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Color 43 Brightness 43 Configuring Brightness 43 Contrast 44 Configuring Contrast 44 Sharpness 44 Configuring Sharpness 45 Response Time 45 Configuring Response Time 45 HDMI Black Level C...

Page 16: ...2 Configuring H Position 52 V Position 52 Configuring V Position 53 Menu H Position 53 Configuring Menu H Position 53 Menu V Position 54 Configuring Menu V Position SETUP AND RESET 55 ECO 55 Eco Motion Sensor 56 Eco Light Sensor 58 Eco Saving 59 Eco Icon Display 61 Menu Transparency 61 Changing Menu Transparency 61 Language 61 Changing the Language 62 PC AV Mode 62 Configuring PC AV Mode Settings ...

Page 17: ...Off Timer Setting 67 Reset 67 Initializing Settings Reset INFORMATION MENU AND OTHERS 68 INFORMATION 68 Displaying INFORMATION 68 Configuring Brightness in the Startup Screen 68 Configuring Volume in the Startup Screen TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 70 Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center 70 Testing the Product 70 Checking the Resolution and Frequency 70 Check the followings 73 Q ...

Page 18: ...Table Of Contents Table Of Contents 18 APPENDIX 81 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE 87 Correct Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment 88 Terminology INDEX ...

Page 19: ...when you open the packaging with a sharp instrument 2 Remove the Styrofoam from the product 3 Check the components and remove the Styrofoam and plastic bag z The appearance of actual components may differ from the image shown z This image is for reference only 4 Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future ...

Page 20: ...ponents and items sold separately may differ from the image shown Components z Components may differ in different locations z The cleaning cloth is only supplied with the black high glossy model Quick Setup Guide Warranty Not available in some locations User Manual Cleaning cloth Power cable DC power adapter 3D Glasses 3D Glasses User Manual DVI Dual cable Wire holders ...

Page 21: ...own Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality z If the MENU button is not visible lightly tap the area around the button The MENU button will become visible z The onscreen display menu only appears when the MENU button light is lit z The button light will remain on for 10 seconds and then dim ...

Page 22: ...Digital HDMI DP If you power on the product or change the input source by pressing the button a message that shows the changed input source will appear at the top left corner of the screen Move to the upper or lower menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu Move to the left or right menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu Configure Customized Key and press The following...

Page 23: ... subject to change without notice to improve quality Port Description Connects to a source device using an DP cable Connects to a source device via a DVI cable Connects to a source device using an HDMI cable Connects to an audio output device such as headphones Connects to the DC power adapter DISPLAYPORT IN DVI IN HDMI IN DC 14V ...

Page 24: ...end on the manufacturer Refer to the user guide provided with your anti theft locking device for details To lock an anti theft locking device 1 Fix the cable of your anti theft locking device to a heavy object such as a desk 2 Put one end of the cable through the loop on the other end 3 Insert the locking device into the anti theft lock slot at the back of the product 4 Lock the locking device z A...

Page 25: ...Product Tilt The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality z You can adjust the tilt of your monitor z Hold the lower part of the product and adjust the tilt carefully 20 ...

Page 26: ...ideo immediately take off the 3D glasses and rest z Viewing 3D video for an extended period of time may cause eye fatigue If you experience eye fatigue stop viewing 3D video take off the 3D glasses and rest z Children must be constantly monitored by adults when using the 3D function If your child shows any symptom such as eye fatigue headache dizziness or nausea stop the child from watching 3D vid...

Page 27: ... Display the top and bottom images overlapping each other to allow you to experience the 3D effect z Side By Side Display the left and right images overlapping each other to allow you toexperience the 3D effect 5 Press to move to the option you want and press the 6 The selected option will be applied 2 1 2 Depth Determines the three dimensional effect of the 3D video Configuring Depth 1 Press on t...

Page 28: ... press on the product 3 Press to move to 3D and press on the product 4 Press to move to L R Change and press on the product The following screen will appear z L R Image z R L Image 5 Press to move to the option you want and press the 6 The selected option will be applied 2 1 4 3D 2D Activates 2D screen mode This function is turned off when 3D is 2D 3D or Off Volver Intro 3D Modo 3D 3D 2D Imagen I ...

Page 29: ...ndard HDMI Compatible Formats The 3D formats indicated below are recommended by the HDMI association and must be supported 2 3 Resolution Supported for PC Input via the HDMI Port PC input is optimized for video in 1920x1080 resolution If the resolution is not 1920 x 1080 the 3D picture is not properly displayed and you cannot watch the 3D picture in full screen m Volver Intro Mover Des På 3D Modo ...

Page 30: ... for details about how to use the 3D glasses z If the 3D glasses do not turn On even though 3D screen displays when playing a 3D game press the 3D button to check that Frame Sequential is selected for 3D Mode Depending on the graphics card Frame Sequential might not be selected automatically when playing a 3D game z Refer to Online Help for PC system requirements and details about how to use SyncM...

Page 31: ...Ghz bandwidth frequency such as an Internet router turned on nearby If an unintended operation of the 3D glasses occurs it is best to remove other electromagnetic devices or wireless communication devices nearby z Visually sensitive viewers may notice a slight screen flickering when viewing bright images in 50Hz 3D video z Right after the monitor powers on the left and right sides of 3D pictures m...

Page 32: ...urce devices may differ from device to device z Do not connect the power cable until all connections are completed Connecting the power cable during connection may damage the product z Check the types of ports at the back of the product you want to connect 3 2 Connecting the Power z Connect the power adapter to DC 14V on the rear of the product Connect the power cord to the adapter and wall socket...

Page 33: ...le 1 Connect the DVI cable to the DVI port on the back of the product and the DVI port on the PC 2 Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket and turn on the power switch on the PC Audio is not available if the PC and product are connected via the DVI port Connection Using an DVI HDMI Cable 1 Connect the DVI HDMI cable to the DVI port on the back of the product and the HDMI por...

Page 34: ...nd turn on the power switch on the PC Audio is not available if the PC and product are connected via the HDMI DVI port Connection Using an HDMI Cable Digital Type 1 Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the back of the product and the HDMI port on the PC 2 Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket and turn on the power switch on the PC Be sure to connect an audio output d...

Page 35: ... optimum resolution and frequency for this product by installing the corresponding drivers for this product z An installation driver is contained on the CD supplied with the product z If the file provided is faulty visit the Samsung homepage http www samsung com and download the file 1 Insert the user manual CD provided with the product into the CD ROM drive 2 Click Windows Driver 3 Follow the ins...

Page 36: ... optimum value 1 Press to move to the language you want and press the 2 To hide the information message press z If the optimum resolution is not selected the message will appear up to three times for a specified time even when the product is turned off and on again z The optimum resolution 1920 x 1080 can also be selected in Control Panel on your PC The optimal resolution for this monitor is as fo...

Page 37: ... Panel on your PC to obtain optimum picture quality z The picture quality of TFT LCDs may degrade if the optimum resolution is not selected Changing the Resolution on Windows XP Go to Control Panel Display Settings and change the resolution Changing the Resolution on Windows Vista Go to Control Panel Personalization Display Settings and change the resolution 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 38: ...38 Connecting and Using a Source Device 3 3 Connecting and Using a Source Device Changing the Resolution on Windows 7 Go to Control Panel Display Screen Resolution and change the resolution 1 2 3 4 ...

Page 39: ...t can be connected to a video device Connecting parts may differ in different products 3 4 1 Connection Using the HDMI Cable 1 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI ports on the product and video device 2 Press to change the input source to HDMI Be sure to connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to on the product to hear audio 3 5 Connecting Headphones z Connect an audio output d...

Page 40: ...s menu is not available when Bright is in Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode z This menu is not available when Color is enabled Configuring Angle 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to Picture and press on the product 3 Press to move to MAGIC and press on the product 4 Press to move to Angle and press on the product The following screen will appear z Off Select this option to view directly in fron...

Page 41: ...is not available when Angle is enabled z Sub options under Bright may vary depending on the settings of PC AV Mode See Chapter 7 SETUP RESET Configuring Bright 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to Picture and press on the product 3 Press to move to MAGIC and press on the product 4 Press to move to Bright and press on the product The following screen will appear In PC mode z Custom Customize t...

Page 42: ...ment technology developed independently by Samsung which delivers vivid natural colors without picture quality degradation z This menu is not available when Angle is enabled z This menu is not available when Bright is in Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode Configuring Color 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to Picture and press on the product 3 Press to move to MAGIC and press on the product 4 Pr...

Page 43: ...he picture appear brighter This menu is not available when Bright is in Dynamic Contrast mode 4 2 1 Configuring Brightness 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to Picture and press on the product 3 Press to move to Brightness and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the Brightness using the button 4 3 Contrast Adjust the contrast between the objects and background Range...

Page 44: ...utline of objects clearer z This menu is not available when Bright is in Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode z This menu is not available when Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 4 4 1 Configuring Sharpness 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to Picture and press on the product 3 Press to move to Sharpness and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the Sharpness using the b...

Page 45: ...sponse Time and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied 4 6 HDMI Black Level If a DVD player or set top box is connected to the product via HDMI image quality degradation contrast color degradation black level etc may occur depending on the connected source device In such case HDMI Black Level ...

Page 46: ...white level when there is a contrast ratio degradation 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied z The HDMI Black Level function is available only when a source device is connected to the product via HDMI Ensure the input source is RGB z HDMI Black Level may not be compatible with some source devices Return Enter Move PICTURE 3D MAGIC Brightness Con...

Page 47: ...d 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to COLOR and press on the product 3 Press to move to Red and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the Red using the button 5 2 Green Adjust the value of the color green in the picture Range 0 100 A higher value will increase the intensity of the color This menu is not available when Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 5 2 1 Config...

Page 48: ...nu is not available when Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 5 3 1 Configuring Blue 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to COLOR and press on the product 3 Press to move to Blue and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the Blue using the button 5 4 Color Tone Adjust the general color tone of the picture COLOR Red Green Blue Color Tone Gamma Mode1 50 50 Normal 50 Retur...

Page 49: ...de z Normal Display the standard color tone z Warm1 Set the color temperature to be warmer than Normal mode z Warm2 Set the color temperature to be warmer than Warm 1 z Custom Customize the color tone In AV mode z Cool Set the color temperature to be cooler than Normal mode z Normal Display the standard color tone z Warm Set the color temperature to be warmer than Normal mode z Custom Customize th...

Page 50: ...1 Configuring Gamma 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to COLOR and press on the product 3 Press to move to Gamma and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied m Return Enter Move COLOR Red Green Blue Color Tone Gamma Mode1 Mode2 Mode3 50 50 50 Normal ...

Page 51: ...urce In AV mode z 4 3 Display the picture with an aspect ratio of 4 3 Suitable for videos and standard broadcasts z 16 9 Display the picture with an aspect ratio of 16 9 Suitable for DVD content or widescreen broadcasts z Screen Fit Display the picture with the original aspect ratio without cutting off Refer to 7 4 PC AV Mode for details about PC AV Mode 4 Press to move to the option you want and ...

Page 52: ...ess on the product 3 Press to move to H Position and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the H Position using the button 6 3 V Position Move the screen up or down Available only when Size is set to Screen Fit 6 3 1 Configuring V Position 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to SIZE POSITION and press on the product m Return Enter Adjust SIZE POSITION Image Size H Posit...

Page 53: ...Press on the product 2 Press to move to SIZE POSITION and press on the product 3 Press to move to Menu H Position and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the Menu H Position using the button 6 5 Menu V Position Move the menu position up or down Return Enter Adjust SIZE POSITION Image Size H Position V Position Menu H Position Menu V Position 10 Wide 50 50 50 m Return Ent...

Page 54: ...e product 2 Press to move to SIZE POSITION and press on the product 3 Press to move to Menu V Position and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Adjust the Menu V Position using the button m Return Enter Adjust SIZE POSITION Image Size H Position V Position Menu H Position Menu V Position Wide 50 50 50 10 ...

Page 55: ...nt of an object or person is detected within a certain distance for 5 minutes z 10 Min Automatically turn off the display if no movement of an object or person is detected within a certain distance for 10 minutes z 20 Min Automatically turn off the display if no movement of an object or person is detected within a certain distance for 20 minutes z 30 Min Automatically turn off the display if no mo...

Page 56: ...Eco Motion Sensor may fail to detect motion z If you think that the mode entry message appears too frequently increase the time setting of the Eco Motion Sensor or turn the Eco Icon Display Off z Avoid using radio equipment such as a walkie talkie near the product as this may cause a product malfuction 7 1 2 Eco Light Sensor The Eco Saving feature optimizes the view condition and contributes to po...

Page 57: ...en brightness depending on the ambient light intensity z Medium Intermediate sensitivity that sets a varying level of screen brightness between High and Low depending on the ambient light intensity z Low Low sensitivity that minimizes the varying level of screen brightness depending on the ambient light intensity 5 Press to move to the option you want and press the 6 The selected option will be ap...

Page 58: ...o Saving Settings 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to SETUP RESET and press on the product 3 Press to move to ECO and press on the product 4 Press to move to Eco Saving and press on the product The following screen will appear z 75 Change the monitor power consumption to 75 of the default level z 50 Change the monitor power consumption to 50 of the default level z Off Deactivate the Eco Savi...

Page 59: ...of the Eco sensor as a pop up guide 5 Press to move to the option you want and press the 6 The selected option will be applied z The Eco Motion Sensor will activate power saving mode if it is set to on and does not detect any movement for a specified time z A 10 second countdown timer will start along with the above picture before the power saving mode activates showing the operation status of the...

Page 60: ...t of energy saved by the Eco Motion Sensor Eco Light Sensor and Eco Saving functions will accumulate and the progress can be viewed as a growing energy tree The energy tree grows as the energy savings of the monitor accumulate Accordingly the tree s growth will also be affected by other functions that involve power consumption such as the brightness control function z The amount of energy savings ...

Page 61: ...ESET and press on the product 3 Press to move to Menu Transparency and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied 7 3 Language Set the menu language z A change to the language setting will only be applied to the on screen menu display z It will not be applied to other functions on your PC 7 3 1 Ch...

Page 62: ... 2 Press to move to SETUP RESET and press on the product 3 Press to move to PC AV Mode and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied Return Enter Move SETUP RESET ECO Menu Transparency Language PC AV Mode Auto Source Display Time Key Repeat Time HXWVFK QJOLVK VSDxRO UDQoDLV WDOLDQR 0DJ DU 3ROVNL ...

Page 63: ... to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied 7 6 Display Time Set the onscreen display OSD menu to automatically disappear if the menu is not used for a specified period of time Display Time can be used to specify the time after which you want the OSD menu to disappear 7 6 1 Configuring Display Time 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to SETUP RESET and pr...

Page 64: ...ss to move to Key Repeat Time and press on the product The following screen will appear z Acceleration 1 sec or 2 sec can be selected If No Repeat is selected a command responds only once when a button is pressed 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied Return Enter Move SETUP RESET Off English PC ECO Menu Transparency Language PC AV Mode Auto Sour...

Page 65: ...and press on the product The following screen will appear z Can be set to 3D ECO or MAGIC Image Size 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied 7 9 Off Timer On Off Enable or disable the off timer that automatically powers off the product 7 9 1 Configuring Off Timer On Off 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to SETUP RESET and press on the product...

Page 66: ...be set within a range of 1 to 23 hours The product will automatically power off after the specified number of hours This menu is only available when Off Timer On Off is set to On 7 10 1 Configuring Off Timer Setting 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to SETUP RESET and press on the product 3 Press to move to Off Timer Setting and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Press to...

Page 67: ... 1 Press on the product 2 Press to move to SETUP RESET and press on the product 3 Press to move to Reset and press on the product The following screen will appear 4 Press to move to the option you want and press the 5 The selected option will be applied m SETUP RESET 3D On Customized Key Off Timer On Off Off Timer Setting Reset 4 h Move Enter Return No Yes ...

Page 68: ... Adjust Brightness using the button in the startup screen where there is no on screen display menu available 1 Press in the startup screen The following screen will appear 2 Adjust the Brightness using the button 8 3 Configuring Volume in the Startup Screen Adjust Volume using the button in the startup screen where there is no on screen display menu available Only available in HDMI mode m SETUP RE...

Page 69: ...69 INFORMATION Menu and Others 8 8 INFORMATION Menu and Others 1 Press in the startup screen The following screen will appear 2 Adjust the Volume using the button Volume 50 Exit Enter Adjust ...

Page 70: ...ct is working normally If the screen remains blank check the PC system video controller and cable 9 1 2 Checking the Resolution and Frequency For a mode that exceeds the supported resolution refer to 10 3 Standard Signal Mode Table the message Not Optimum Mode will appear for a short time 9 1 3 Check the followings Installation issue PC mode The screen keeps switching on and off Check the cable co...

Page 71: ...n and frequency compatible with the product and if required change the settings referring to Standard Signal Mode Table page 78 in this manual and the INFORMATION menu on the product There are shadows or ghost images left on the screen The screen is too bright The screen is too dark Adjust Brightness page 43 and Contrast page 43 Screen color is inconsistent Change the COLOR settings Refer to Confi...

Page 72: ...olume If the volume is still low after turning it up to the maximum level adjust the volume on your PC sound card or software program Source device issue A beeping sound is heard when my PC is booting If a beeping sound is heard when your PC is booting have your PC serviced Sound issue ...

Page 73: ...itor settings z Windows ME 2000 Select Control Pane l Display Settings Advanced Monitor and adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings z Windows Vista Select Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Personalization Display Settings Advanced Settings Monitor and adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings z Windows 7 Select Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Screen Resolution A...

Page 74: ...indows 7 Go to Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Adjust Resolution and adjust the resolution How do I set power saving mode z Windows XP Set power saving mode in Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC z Windows ME 2000 Set power saving mode in Control Panel Display Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC z Windows Vista Se...

Page 75: ...ferent countries Signal connectors DP DVI HDMI Dimensions W x H x D Weight 533 0 x 424 5 x 185 5 mm 5 5 kg 21 0 x 16 7 x 7 3 inches 12 1 Ibs 621 0 x 474 0 x 185 5 mm 5 9 kg 24 4 x 18 7 x 7 3 inches 13 0 Ibs Environme ntal considerat ions Operating Operating Temperature 50 F 104 F 10 C 40 C Humidity 10 80 non condensing Storage Operating Temperature 4 F 140 F 20 C 60 C Humidity 5 95 non condensing ...

Page 76: ...ther relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC z The official Declaration of Conformity may be found at http www samsung com go to Support Search Product Support and enter the model name z This equipment may be operated in all EU countries USA only Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to our website www samsung com recyclingdirect Or ...

Page 77: ...n level can vary in different operating conditions or when settings are changed z To reduce the power consumption to 0 watts turn off the power switch on the back of the product or disconnect the power cable Be sure to disconnect the power cable when you will not be using the product for an extended period of time To reduce the power consumption to 0 watts when the power switch is not available di...

Page 78: ...rom your PC the screen will automatically be adjusted If the signal transmitted from the PC does not belong to the standard signal modes the screen may be blank with the power LED on In such a case change the settings according to the following table by referring to the graphics card user manual DP DVI Resolution Horizontal Frequency kHz Vertical Frequency Hz Pixel Clock MHz Sync Polarity H V 1920...

Page 79: ...02 59 810 83 500 1280 x 960 60 Hz 60 000 60 000 108 000 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 63 981 60 020 108 000 1440 x 900 60 Hz 55 935 59 887 106 500 1680 x 1050 60 Hz 65 290 59 954 146 250 1920 x 1080 60 Hz 67 500 60 000 148 500 640 x 480 60 Hz 480p 31 470 59 940 25 180 720 x 480 60 Hz 480p 31 470 59 940 27 000 720 x 576 50 Hz 576p 31 250 50 000 27 000 1280 x 720 50 Hz 720p 37 500 50 000 74 250 1280 x 720 60 Hz...

Page 80: ...ntal frequency Horizontal frequency is measured in kHz z Vertical Frequency Repeating the same picture dozens of times per second allows you to view natural pictures The repeat frequency is called vertical frequency or refresh rate and is indicated in Hz 1920 x 1080 50 Hz 1080p 56 250 50 000 148 500 1920 x 1080 60 Hz 1080p 67 500 60 000 147 500 Resolution Horizontal Frequency kH z Vertical Frequen...

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Page 87: ...ironment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycl...

Page 88: ...ay an image although the refreshing is invisible to the naked eye The number of screen refreshes is called scanning rate and is measured in Hz A scanning rate of 60Hz means that the screen refreshes 60 times per second The screen scanning rate depends on the performance of the graphics cards in your PC and monitor Horizontal Frequency Characters or images displayed on the monitor screen consist of...

Page 89: ...n the screen and is suitable for performing multiple tasks at the same time E g A resolution of 1920 x 1080 consists of 1 920 horizontal pixels horizontal frequency and 1 080 vertical lines vertical resolution Plug Play The Plug Play feature allows the automatic exchange of information between a monitor and PC to produce an optimum display environment The monitor uses VESA DDC international standa...

Page 90: ...E Eco Saving 58 F Frontal Buttons 21 H HDMI Black Level 45 I INFORMATION 68 K Kensington Lock 24 M MAGIC 40 O OSD control lock 22 P PowerSaver 77 Precautions for storage 5 R Removing the Packaging 19 Response Time 45 Reverse Side 23 S Safety Precautions 5 Securing the Installation Space 5 Setting Optimum Resolution 36 Standard Signal Mode Table 78 SyncMaster 3D GAME Launcher TriDef 3D 30 T Termino...

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