Samsung SyncMaster 172T User Manual

SyncMaster 172B/172T  
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Safety Instructions  
Notational  
Warning/Caution  
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment.  
Notation Conventions  
Prohibited  
Important to read and understand at all times  
Disconnect the plug from the outlet  
Do not disassemble  
Do not touch  
Grounding to prevent an electric shock  
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Power  
When not used for extended periods of time, set your PC to DPMS. If using a screen saver,  
set it to the active screen mode.  
Do not use a damaged or loose plug.  
This may cause an electric shock or fire.  
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug  
with wet hands.  
This may cause an electric shock or fire.  
Use only a properly grounded plug and recepticle.  
An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage  
Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place  
heavy objects upon them, which could cause damage.  
Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.  
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Power  
Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or  
lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time.  
Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.  
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an  
outlet.  
This may cause a fire.  
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Installation  
Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.  
Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.  
Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a  
minimum of dust.  
An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.  
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.  
This may cause damage to the product or human body.  
Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.  
The monitor can cause injury by falling.  
Set down the monitor carefully.  
It could be damaged or broken.  
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Do not place the monitor face down.  
The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.  
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Clean  
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly  
moistened, soft fabric.  
Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor.  
Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth.  
If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or  
dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth.  
A dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire  
Do not set a glass of water, chemicals or any small metal  
objects on the monitor.  
This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.  
If a foreign substance gets into the monitor, disconnect the plug and  
then contact a service center.  
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Other  
Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts  
inside.  
This may cause an electric shock or a fire.  
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.  
If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular,  
if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from  
it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized deal-  
er or service.  
This may cause an electric shock or a fire.  
Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.  
This may cause an electric shock or a fire.  
For each hour of looking at the monitor, you should let  
your eyes rest for 5 minutes.  
This will reduce eye fatigue.  
Do not use or store inflammable substances near the  
monitor.  
This may cause an explosion or fire.  
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Other  
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or  
the signal cable.  
This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a 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, electric shock or a fire due to damage  
to the cable.  
Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.  
This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.  
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(SyncMaster 172B)  
Introduction  
Unpacking  
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact  
your dealer.  
Unpacking  
D-Sub Cable  
Power Cord  
Quick Setup Guide  
Warranty Card  
(Not available in all locations)  
Monitor  
User's Guide and Driver  
Installation CD  
DC-Adapter  
VESA Mounting Bracket  
For Multimedia model (Option)  
Multimedia Speaker Stand  
Sound Cables  
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Introduction  
Unpacking  
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact  
your dealer.  
Unpacking  
D-Sub Cable  
Quick Setup Guide  
DVI Cable (Option)  
Warranty Card  
(Not available in all  
locations)  
Monitor  
Power Cord  
User's Guide and Driver  
Installation CD  
DC-Adapter  
VESA Mounting Bracket  
SOG cable KIT(Option)  
For Multimedia model (Option)  
Multimedia Speaker Stand  
Sound Cables  
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Introduction  
Front  
Use this button to auto adjustment direct access.  
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.  
1. Auto button  
2. Exit button  
These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.  
Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.  
Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.  
3. Adjust buttons  
4. Menu button  
5. Power button  
6. Power indicator  
This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as  
the monitor saves your adjustments.  
Note: See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving  
functions. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it  
unattended for long periods.  
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Front  
Use this button to auto adjustment direct access.  
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.  
When push the 'Source' button, 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 center of the screen displaying the current mode --  
analog or digital input signal.)  
1. Auto button  
2. Exit button  
Source button  
Note:If you select the Digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the  
graphic card with a digital port using the DVI cable.  
These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.  
Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.  
3. Adjust buttons  
4. Menu button  
5. Power button  
Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.(When the power is turned on, a  
message appears in the center of the screen displaying the current mode --  
analog or digital input signal.)  
This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the  
monitor saves your adjustments.  
6. Power indicator  
Note: See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions.  
For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for  
long periods.  
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Rear  
(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)  
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back  
of the monitor.  
1. Power port  
2. Signal port  
Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of  
your monitor.  
See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.  
Note:  
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Rear  
(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)  
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back  
of the monitor.  
1. Power port  
2. Signal port  
3. DVI port  
Connect the touchscreen cable to an available serial communication  
(COM) port on the back of your computer.  
Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.  
See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.  
Note:  
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Setup  
Connecting Your Monitor  
Setup-General  
1. Connect the DC Adapter for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the  
power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.  
2. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.  
3. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.  
4. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac  
adaptor.  
5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.  
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Setup  
Connecting Your Monitor  
Setup-General  
1. Connect the DC Adapter for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the  
power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.  
2. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.  
3. Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.  
4. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.  
5. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac  
adaptor.  
6. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.  
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Connecting Your Monitor  
Setup-For Multimedia model  
1. PC sound connection terminal (Input)  
2. Headphone connection terminal (Output)  
3. Volume  
4. To listen in privacy,connect headphones here.  
5. Connect a sound cable from the input source (sound card,computer,CD-ROM drive).  
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Attaching a base (Option)  
Attaching a base  
NOTE: This monitor accepts a 100mm x 100mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.  
Squeeze the folded monitor stand into the VESA mounting bracket. Then fasten it using the  
four supplied nuts with the monitor, mounting pad and VESA mounting bracket aligned.  
1. VESA Mounting Brkt  
2. Mounting interface pad  
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Setup  
When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM  
included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating  
system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you  
have.  
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown  
here.  
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Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)  
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea)  
Windows ME  
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.  
2. Click "Windows ME Driver".  
3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.  
4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.  
5. Monitor driver installation is completed.  
Windows XP/2000  
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.  
2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver".  
3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.  
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Setup  
4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.  
5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button.  
Then click "OK" button.  
This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your  
system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage  
6. Monitor driver installation is completed.  
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Setup  
When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM  
included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating  
system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you  
have.  
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown  
here.  
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Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)  
http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor (USA)  
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea)  
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Microsoft Windows XP Operating System  
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver.  
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.  
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5. Click "Update Driver.." and select "Install from a list or.." then click "Next" button.  
6. Select "Don't search ,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.  
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9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.  
10. Monitor driver installation is completed.  
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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 Panel".  
2. Double click the "Display" Icon.  
3. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..".  
4. Choose "Monitor".  
Case1: If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured.  
Please stop installation  
Case2: If the "Properties" button is active, click the "Properties" button then follow next  
steps continually.  
5. Click "Driver" and then click on "Update Driver.." then click on the "Next" button.  
6. Choose "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a  
specific driver" then click "Next" and then click "Have disk".  
7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver).  
8. Click the "Open" button, then click "OK" button.  
9. Choose your monitor model and click the "Next" button then click "Next" button.  
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.  
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Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System  
1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".  
2. Double click "Display" icon.  
3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.  
4. Select the "Monitor" tab.  
5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area.  
6. Choose "Specify the location of the driver".  
7. Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location.." then click "Next" button.  
8. Click the "Have Disk" button  
9. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button.  
10. Select "Show all devices" and choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you  
connected to your computer and click "OK".  
11. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the Display Properties  
dialogue box.  
(You can get some other screen for warning message or others, then click the appreciate  
option for your monitor.)  
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Microsoft Windows NT Operating System  
1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click Display icon.  
2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click All Display  
Modes.  
3. Select a mode that you wish to use (Resolution, Number of colors and Vertical frequency)  
and then click OK.  
4. Click Apply button if you see the screen working normally after clicking Test. If the screen  
is not normal, change to a different mode (lower mode of resolution, colors or frequency).  
Note: If there is no Mode at All Display Modes, select the level of resolution and vertical  
frequency by referring to the Preset Display Modes in the user guide.  
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 monitor.  
7. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency  
directly.)  
8. Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.)  
9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual  
execution of X-Window.  
10. You have finished setting up your monitor.  
Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware.  
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SyncMaster 172B  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Brightness  
Adjust the Brightness.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
) button to open the Brightness  
2. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
3. Use the + button to increase the brightness or - button to  
decrease the brightness.  
Direct Access Feature :  
When OSD is not on the screen, Push the + or - button to  
adjust brightness.  
Contrast  
Adjust the Contrast.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Contrast screen is  
displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button to open the Contrast  
4. Use the + button to increase the contrast or - button to  
decrease the contrast.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Image Lock  
Fine  
Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image  
by removing noises that creates unstable images with  
jitters and shimmers. If satisfactory results are not  
obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse  
adjustment and then use Fine again.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Image Lock screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button twice to open the Fine  
4. Use the - or + buttons to remove any noise.  
Coarse  
Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image  
by removing noises that creates unstable images with  
jitters and shimmers. If satisfactory results are not  
obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse  
adjustment and then use Fine again.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Image Lock screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
or + button until the Coarse screen appears. Push the  
Menu ( ) button to open the Coarse  
) button again and then press the -  
adjustment screen.  
4. Use the - or + buttons to remove any noise.  
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How to adjust  
H-Position  
Follow these instructions to change the horizontal  
position of the monitor's entire display.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the H-Position screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button to open the H-Position  
4. Use the - and + buttons to change the horizontal position  
of the monitor's viewing area.  
V-Position  
Follow these instructions to change the vetical position  
of the monitor's entire display.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the V-Position screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button to open the V-Position  
4. Use the - and + buttons to change the vertical position of  
the monitor's viewing area.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Reset  
Geometry Reset  
Geometry parameters are replaced with the factory  
default values.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Reset screen is  
displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button twice to open the  
Geometry Reset adjustment screen.  
4. Push the + button to select Yes.  
If you don't want to reset the monitor, use the - button to  
select No.  
Color Reset  
Color parameters are replaced with the factory default  
values.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Reset screen is  
displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button again and then press  
the - or + button until the Color Reset screen appears.  
Push the Menu (  
) button to open the Color Reset  
adjustment screen.  
4. Push the + button to select Yes.  
If you don't want to reset the monitor, use the - button to  
select No.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Color Temperature  
Color temperature is a measure of the "warmth"of the  
image colors.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Color Temperature  
screen is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button to open the  
Color Temperature adjustment screen.  
4. Press the - or + button to select User Adjusted, Reddish  
or Bluish.  
Color Control  
Follow these steps to adjust individual R,G,B color  
control.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Color Control  
screen is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen. Use the - or + button to select R(ed),  
G(reen) or B(lue) and Push the Menu ( ) button.  
) button to open the Color Control  
4. Press the - or + button to adjust the color setting.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Language  
Follow these steps to change the language used in the  
menu.  
You can choose one of seven languages.  
English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Swedish,  
Russian.  
Note : The language chosen affects only the language  
of the OSD. It has no effect on any software  
running on the computer.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Languages screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
selection screen.  
) button to open the languages  
4. Use the - button or + button to select the language  
you would like to use.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Menu Position  
H-Position  
You can change the horizontal position where the OSD  
menu appears on your monitor.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the H-Menu Position  
screen is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button twice to open the  
H-Position adjustment screen.  
4. Use the - and + buttons to place the menu in the  
horizontal position you prefer.  
V-Position  
You can change the vertical position where the OSD  
menu appears on your monitor.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the V-Menu Position  
screen is displayed  
3. Push the Menu (  
or + button until the V-Position screen appears. Push the  
Menu ( ) button to open the V-Position  
) button again and then press the -  
adjustment screen.  
4. Use the - and + buttons to place the menu in the vertical  
position you prefer.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Menu Display Time  
The menu will automatically turn off if no adjustments  
are made for a certain time period.  
You can set the amount of time the menu will wait  
before it turns off.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Menu Display Time  
screen is displayed.  
3. Use the - or + buttons to select 5, 10, 20, 50, 200  
seconds. 20 seconds is the default value.  
Display Mode  
You can see the frequency, the polarity of the  
operational signals and the resolution level.  
Note : These screens do not allow any changes to the  
settings, they are for information only.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Display Mode  
screen is displayed.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Auto Adjustment  
Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the  
incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and  
position are adjusted automatically.  
1. Push the Auto button.  
To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' function  
while the AUTO PATTERN is on.  
OSD Lock/Unlock  
1. Push and hold in the Menu (  
or more to Lock the OSD.  
) button for 5 seconds  
) button for 5 seconds  
2. Push and hold in the Menu (  
or more to Unlock the OSD.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Brightness  
Adjust the Brightness.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
) button to open the Brightness  
2. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
3. Use the + button to increase the brightness or - button to  
decrease the brightness.  
Direct Access Feature :  
When OSD is not on the screen, Push the + or - button to  
adjust brightness.  
Contrast  
Adjust the Contrast.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Contrast screen is  
displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button to open the Contrast  
4. Use the + button to increase the contrast or - button to  
decrease the contrast.  
Note: Not Available This function doesn't work in Digital input.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
Image Lock  
Fine  
Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image  
by removing noises that creates unstable images with  
jitters and shimmers. If satisfactory results are not  
obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse  
adjustment and then use Fine again.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Image Lock screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button twice to open the Fine  
4. Use the - or + buttons to remove any noise.  
Coarse  
Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image  
by removing noises that creates unstable images with  
jitters and shimmers. If satisfactory results are not  
obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse  
adjustment and then use Fine again.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Image Lock screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
or + button until the Coarse screen appears. Push the  
Menu ( ) button to open the Coarse  
) button again and then press the -  
adjustment screen.  
4. Use the - or + buttons to remove any noise.  
Note: Not Available This function doesn't work in Digital input.  
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Menu  
How to adjust  
H-Position  
Follow these instructions to change the horizontal  
position of the monitor's entire display.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the H-Position screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button to open the H-Position  
4. Use the - and + buttons to change the horizontal position  
of the monitor's viewing area.  
Note: Not Available This function doesn't work in Digital input.  
V-Position  
Follow these instructions to change the vetical position  
of the monitor's entire display.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the V-Position screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
adjustment screen.  
) button to open the V-Position  
4. Use the - and + buttons to change the vertical position of  
the monitor's viewing area.  
Note: Not Available This function doesn't work in Digital input.  
User’s Manual  
On-Screen Display  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Reset  
Geometry Reset  
Geometry parameters are replaced with the factory  
default values.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Reset screen is  
displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button twice to open the  
Geometry Reset adjustment screen.  
4. Push the + button to select Yes.  
If you don't want to reset the monitor, use the - button to  
select No.  
Color Reset  
Color parameters are replaced with the factory default  
values.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Reset screen is  
displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button again and then press  
the - or + button until the Color Reset screen appears.  
Push the Menu (  
) button to open the Color Reset  
adjustment screen.  
4. Push the + button to select Yes.  
If you don't want to reset the monitor, use the - button to  
select No.  
Note: Not Available This function doesn't work in Digital input.  
User’s Manual  
On-Screen Display  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Color Temperature  
Color temperature is a measure of the "warmth"of the  
image colors.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Color Temperature  
screen is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button to open the  
Color Temperature adjustment screen.  
4. Press the - or + button to select User Adjusted, Reddish,  
Bluish or sRGB  
(When you adjust the Brightness and Contrast after sRGB  
mode is selected, sRGB mode exits.)  
Note: Not Available This function doesn't work in Digital input.  
But sRGB mode works in Digital input.  
Halftone  
Change the opaqueness of the background of the OSD.  
1 Push the Menu (  
2 Push the - button or + button until the Halftone screen is displayed.  
3 Push the Menu ( ) button to open the Halftone selection screen.  
4 Use the - button or + button to select on or off.  
) button.  
User’s Manual  
On-Screen Display  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Language  
Follow these steps to change the language used in the  
menu.  
Note : The language chosen affects only the language  
of the OSD. It has no effect on any software  
running on the computer.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Languages screen  
is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
selection screen.  
) button to open the languages  
4. Use the - button or + button to select the language  
you would like to use.  
User’s Manual  
On-Screen Display  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Menu Position  
H-Position  
You can change the horizontal position where the OSD  
menu appears on your monitor.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the H-Menu Position  
screen is displayed.  
3. Push the Menu (  
) button twice to open the  
H-Position adjustment screen.  
4. Use the - and + buttons to place the menu in the  
horizontal position you prefer.  
V-Position  
You can change the vertical position where the OSD  
menu appears on your monitor.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the V-Menu Position  
screen is displayed  
3. Push the Menu (  
or + button until the V-Position screen appears. Push the  
Menu ( ) button to open the V-Position  
) button again and then press the -  
adjustment screen.  
4. Use the - and + buttons to place the menu in the vertical  
position you prefer.  
User’s Manual  
On-Screen Display  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Menu Display Time  
The menu will automatically turn off if no adjustments  
are made for a certain time period.  
You can set the amount of time the menu will wait  
before it turns off.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Menu Display Time  
screen is displayed.  
3. Use the - or + buttons to select 5, 10, 20, 50, 200  
seconds. 20 seconds is the default value.  
Display Mode  
You can see the frequency, the polarity of the  
operational signals and the resolution level.  
Note : These screens do not allow any changes to the  
settings, they are for information only.  
1. Push the Menu (  
) button.  
2. Push the - button or + button until the Display Mode  
screen is displayed.  
User’s Manual  
On-Screen Display  
Menu  
How to adjust  
Auto Adjustment  
Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the  
incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and  
position are adjusted automatically.  
1. Push the Auto button.  
To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' function  
while the AUTO PATTERN is on.  
OSD Lock/Unlock  
1. Push and hold in the Menu (  
or more to Lock the OSD.  
) button for 5 seconds  
) button for 5 seconds  
2. Push and hold in the Menu (  
or more to Unlock the OSD.  
User’s Manual  
Troubleshooting  
Check List  
Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you  
can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call  
the phone number on the warranty card, the phone number on the  
Information section or contact your dealer.  
Symptom  
Check List  
Solutions  
Is the power cord connected properly? Check the power cord connection and  
supply.  
No images on the  
screen. I cannot turn  
on the monitor.  
Can you see "No Connection, Check  
Signal Cable" on the screen?  
Check the signal cable connection.  
If the power is on, reboot the computer If the initial screen (the login screen)  
to see the initial screen(the login  
screen), which can be seen.  
appears, boot the computer in the  
applicable mode (the safe mode for  
Windows ME/2000/XP) and then  
change the frequency of the video card.  
(Refer to the Preset Display Modes)  
Note: If the initial screen (the login  
screen) does not appear, contact a  
service center or your dealer.  
Can you see "Video mode not  
supported" on the screen?  
You can see this message when the  
signal from the video card exceeds the  
maximum resolution and frequency that  
the monitor can properly handle.  
Adjust the maximum resolution and  
frequency that the monitor can properly  
handle.  
There is no image on the screen. Is  
the power indicator on the monitor  
blinking at 1 second intervals?  
The monitor is in PowerSaver mode.  
Press a key on the keyboard or move  
the mouse to activate the monitor and  
restore the image on the screen.  
Have you locked the On Screen  
Display (OSD) Menu to prevent  
changes?  
Unlock the OSD by pressing the MENU  
button for at least 5 seconds.  
I cannot see the On  
Screen Display.  
User’s Manual  
Troubleshooting  
Check List  
Symptom  
Check List  
Solutions  
Is the screen displaying only one color Check the signal cable connection.  
as if looking at the screen through a  
The screen shows  
strange colors or just  
black and white.  
cellophane paper?  
Make sure the video card is fully  
inserted in it's slot.  
Have the screen colors become  
strange after running a program or  
due to a crash between applications?  
Reboot the computer.  
Has the video card been set properly? Set the video card by referring to the  
video card manual.  
Have you changed the video card or  
the driver?  
Adjust screen image position and size  
using the OSD.  
The screen suddenly  
has become  
unbalanced.  
Have you adjusted the resolution or  
frequency to the monitor?  
Adjust the resolution and frequency at  
the video card.  
(Refer to the Preset Display Modes).  
The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals.  
Readjust Position by referring to the OSD.  
Have you adjusted the resolution or  
frequency on the monitor?  
Adjust the resolution and frequency of  
the video card.  
(Refer to the Preset Display Modes).  
The screen is out of  
focus or OSD cannot  
be adjusted.  
Is the frequency properly adjusted  
when checking the Display Timing on  
the menu?  
Adjust the frequency properly by  
referring to the video card manual and  
the Preset Display Modes.  
LED is blinking but no  
images on the screen.  
(The maximum frequency per  
resolution may differ from product to  
product.)  
Have the Windows colors been set  
properly?  
For Windows ME/2000/XP:  
There are only 16  
colors shown on the  
screen. The screen  
colors have changed  
after changing the  
video card.  
Set the colors properly at the  
Control Panel, Display, Settings.  
Has the video card been set properly? Set the video card by referring to the  
video card manual.  
Have you installed the monitor driver? Install the monitor driver according to  
the Driver Installation Instructions.  
There is a message  
that reads  
"Unrecognized  
monitor, Plug & Play  
(VESA DDC) monitor  
found".  
See the video card manual to see if  
Install the monitor driver according to  
the Plug & Play (VESA DDC) function the Driver Installation Instructions.  
can be supported.  
User’s Manual  
Troubleshooting  
Check List  
Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.  
1. Check if the power cord and the cable are properly connected to the computer.  
2. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.  
(If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the computer.)  
3. If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if the installed the adapter(video) driver  
and the monitor driver.  
4. Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 75Hz or 85Hz.  
(Do not exceed 60Hz when using the maximum resolution.)  
5. If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the  
Display Adapter at the "Control Panel, System, Device Administrator" and then reboot the computer to  
reinstall the adapter (video) driver.  
Note:  
If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.  
User’s Manual  
Troubleshooting  
Q&A  
Question  
Answer  
Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.  
How can I change the frequency?  
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.)  
Windows ME/2000/XP: Set the resolution at the  
Control Panel, Display, Settings.  
How can I adjust the resolution?  
* Contact the video card manufacturer for details.  
Windows ME/2000/XP: Set the function at BIOS-SETUP  
of the computer or the screen saver. (Refer to Windows/  
Computer Manual).  
How can I set the Power Saving  
function?  
Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a  
soft cloth, using either a cleaning solution or plain water.  
How can I clean the outer  
case/LCD Panel?  
Do not leave any remains of the detergent nor scratch the  
case. Do not allow any water to go inside the monitor.  
User’s Manual  
Troubleshooting  
Self-Test Feature Check  
Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning  
properly.  
Self-Test Feature Check  
1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.  
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.  
3. Turn on the monitor.  
.
If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box with a border and text inside as  
shown in the following illustration:  
The three boxes inside the border are red, green and blue.  
Failure of any of the boxes to appear indicates a problem with your monitor.  
This box also appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.  
4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect 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.  
User’s Manual  
Troubleshooting  
Self-Test Feature Check  
Werning 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 message may indicate that the monitor is out of scan range  
or that you need to check the signal cable.  
Environment  
The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor.  
1. If there are any woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room.  
2. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one  
meter) of the monitor.  
Useful Tips  
. A monitor recreates visual signals received from the PC. Therefore, if there is trouble with the PC  
or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Video  
mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact a  
service center or your dealer.  
. Judging the monitor's working condition  
If there is no image on the screen or an "Video mode not supported" message comes up,  
disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on.  
. If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes white, this means the  
monitor is in working condition.  
. In this case, check the computer for trouble.  
User’s Manual  
Specifications  
General (SyncMaster 172B)  
General  
Model Name  
LCD Panel  
SyncMaster 172B  
Size  
17.0 inch diagonal  
Display area  
Pixel Pitch  
337.92 (H) x 270.336 (V)  
0.264 (H) x 0.264 (V)  
a-si TFT active matrix  
70/70/60/60(L/R/T/B)  
Type  
Viewing Angle  
Synchronization  
Horizontal  
30 ~ 81 kHz  
56 ~ 75 Hz  
Vertical  
Display Color  
16,194,277 Colors  
Resolution  
Optimum resolution  
Maximum resolution  
Input Signal, Terminated  
1280 x 1024@60Hz  
1280 x 1024@75Hz  
RGB Analog, DVI Compliant Digital RGB.  
Composite Sync, SOG(cable option), 0.7Vp-p Positive at 75 ohms  
Separate H/V sync, TTL level positive or negative  
Maximum Pixel Clock  
140 MHz  
Power Supply  
AC 90 ~ 264 VAC, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz  
Signal Cable  
15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable, detachable  
Power Consumption  
Max. 42W  
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight  
385 x 216 x 396.3 mm (After installing of Stand)  
385 x 56.8 x 324.7mm (After folding the stand)  
Weight  
4.7 kg (With Basic Stand)  
4.7 kg (Multimedia Stand)  
VESA Mounting Interface  
100 mm x 100 mm (for use with Specialty(Arm) Mounting hardware.)  
User’s Manual  
Specifications  
General (SyncMaster 172B)  
Environmental considerations  
Operating  
Temperature: 50°F ~ 104°F(10°C ~ 40°C)  
Humidity: 10% ~ 80%, non-condensing  
Storage  
Temperature: -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)  
Humidity: 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing  
Plug and Play Capability  
This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and  
computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases,  
monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.  
Dot Acceptable  
TFT LCD panel manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with precision of  
99.999% above is used for this product. But the pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color  
seem to be bright sometimes or some of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and  
you can use it without uneasiness.  
z For example, the number of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160.  
Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  
User’s Manual  
Specifications  
General (SyncMaster 172T)  
General  
Model Name  
LCD Panel  
SyncMaster 172T  
Size  
17.0 inch diagonal  
Display area  
Pixel Pitch  
337.92 (H) x 270.336 (V)  
0.264 (H) x 0.264 (V)  
a-si TFT active matrix  
85/85/85/85(L/R/T/B)  
Type  
Viewing Angle  
Synchronization  
Horizontal  
30 ~ 81 kHz  
56 ~ 75 Hz  
Vertical  
Display Color  
16,194,277 Colors  
Resolution  
Optimum resolution  
Maximum resolution  
Input Signal, Terminated  
1280 x 1024@60Hz  
1280 x 1024@75Hz  
RGB Analog, DVI Compliant Digital RGB.  
Composite Sync, SOG(cable option), 0.7Vp-p Positive at 75 ohms  
Separate H/V sync, TTL level positive or negative  
Maximum Pixel Clock  
140 MHz  
Power Supply  
AC 90 ~ 264 VAC, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz  
Signal Cable  
15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable, detachable  
DVI-D to DVI-D cable, Detachable  
Power Consumption  
Max. 42W  
Dimensions (WxDxH)  
385 X 216 X 396.3 mm (After installing of Stand)  
385 x 56.8 x 324.7 mm (After folding the stand)  
Weight  
4.7 kg (With Basic Stand)  
4.7 kg (Multimedia Stand)  
VESA Mounting Interface  
100 mm x 100 mm (for use with Specialty(Arm) Mounting hardware.)  
User’s Manual  
Specifications  
General (SyncMaster 172T)  
Environmental considerations  
Operating  
Temperature: 50°F ~ 104°F(10°C ~ 40°C)  
Humidity: 10% ~ 80%, non-condensing  
Storage  
Temperature: -4°F ~113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)  
Humidity: 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing  
Plug and Play Capability  
This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and  
computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases,  
monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.  
Dot Acceptable  
TFT LCD panel manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with precision of  
99.999% above is used for this product. But the pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color  
seem to be bright sometimes or some of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and  
you can use it without uneasiness.  
z For example, the number of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160.  
Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  
User’s Manual  
Specifications  
PowerSaver  
This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching  
your monitor into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically  
returns to normal operation when you move the computer's mouse or press a key on the keyboard. For energy  
conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods. The  
PowerSaver system operates with a VESA DPMS compliant video card installed in your computer. Use a software  
utility installed on your computer to set up this feature.  
Power saving mode  
EPA/ENERGY 2000  
Power Switch off  
(120Vac)  
State  
Normal Operation  
Power Indicator  
Green  
Green, Blinking  
Less than 2W  
Black  
Power Consumption  
Less than 38W  
Less than 1W  
®
This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR compliant and ENERGY2000 compliant when  
used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality.  
®
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product  
®
meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.  
User’s Manual  
Specifications  
Preset Timing Modes  
If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the  
screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while  
the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows.  
Table 1. Preset Timing Modes  
Horizontal  
Frequency  
(kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency  
(Hz)  
Pixel Clock  
(MHz)  
Sync Polarity  
Display Mode  
(H/V)  
MAC. 640 x 480  
MAC. 832 x 624  
IBM. 640 x 350  
35.000  
49.726  
31.469  
31.469  
31.469  
37.500  
37.861  
35.156  
37.879  
46.875  
48.077  
48.363  
56.476  
60.023  
63.981  
79.976  
81.129  
66.667  
74.551  
70.086  
59.940  
70.087  
75.000  
72.809  
56.250  
60.317  
75.000  
72.188  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
60.020  
75.025  
76.106  
30.240  
57.284  
25.175  
25.175  
28.322  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
40.000  
49.500  
50.000  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
108.00  
135.00  
135.00  
-/-  
-/-  
+/-  
-/-  
IBM. 640 x 480  
IBM. 720 x 400  
-/+  
-/-  
VESA. 640 x 480  
VESA. 640 x 480  
VESA. 800 x 600  
VESA. 800 x 600  
VESA. 800 x 600  
VESA. 800 x 600  
VESA. 1024 x 768  
VESA. 1024 x 768  
VESA. 1024 x 768  
VESA. 1280 x 1024  
VESA. 1280 x 1024  
SUN. 1280 x 1024  
-/-  
+.-/+.-  
+/+  
+/+  
+/+  
-/-  
-/-  
+/+  
+/+  
+/+  
-/-  
Horizontal Frequency  
The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the  
screen horizontally is called Horizontal Cycle and the inverse number of  
the Horizontal Cycle is called 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 Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz  
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Information  
Service  
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Service  
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Fax 8-044-4906887  
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Information  
Terms  
Dot Pitch  
The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher  
the resolution. The distance between 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 Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.  
Unit: Hz  
Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per second, this is regarded as 60 Hz. In this case,  
flickering of the screen can be detected. To avoid this problem, there is a Flicker-free Mode using a  
vertical frequency over 70 Hz.  
Horizontal Frequency  
The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is  
called Horizontal Cycle. The inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal Frequency.  
Unit: kHz  
Interlace and Non-Interlace Methods  
Showing the horizontal lines of the screen from the top to the bottom in order is called the Non-  
Interlace method while showing odd lines and then even lines in turn is called the Interlace method.  
The Non-Interlace method is used for the majority of monitors to ensure a clear image. The Interlace  
method is the same as that used in TVs.  
Plug & Play  
This is a function that provides the best quality screen for the user by allowing the computer and the  
monitor to exchange information automatically. This monitor follows the international standard  
VESA DDC for the Plug & Play function.  
Resolution  
The number of horizontal and vertical dots used to compose the screen image is called 'resolution'.  
This number shows the accuracy of the display. High resolution is good for performing multiple tasks  
as more image information can be shown on the screen.  
Example: If the resolution is 1024 X 768, this means the screen is composed of 1024 horizontal  
dots (horizontal resolution) and 768 vertical lines (vertical resolution).  
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Regulatory  
FCC Information  
User Instructions  
The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following  
warning:  
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,  
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against  
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television receptions,  
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
User Information  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the  
user's authority to operate the equipment. If necessary, consult your dealer or an experienced  
radio/television technician for additional suggestions. You may find the booklet called How to Identify and  
Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems helpful. This booklet was prepared by the Federal  
Communications Commission. It is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC  
20402, Stock Number 004-000-00345-4.  
The party responsible for product compliance:  
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD  
America QA Lab of Samsung  
3351 Michelson Drive,  
Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA  
Tel) 949-975-7310  
Fax) 949-922-8301  
Warning  
User must use shielded signal interface cables to maintain FCC compliance for the product.  
Provided with this monitor is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations. It may be  
suitable for connection to any UL Listed personal computer with similar configuration. Before making the  
connection, make sure the voltage rating of the computer convenience outlet is the same as the monitor  
and that the ampere rating of the computer convenience outlet is equal to or exceeds the monitor voltage  
rating.  
For 120 Volt applications, use only UL Listed detachable power cord with NEMA configuration 5-15P type  
(parallel blades) plug cap. For 240 Volt applications use only UL Listed Detachable power supply cord with  
NEMA configuration 6-15P type (tandem blades) plug cap.  
VCCI  
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by  
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic  
environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction  
manual.  
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Information  
Regulatory  
IC Compliance Notice  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment  
Regulations of ICES-003.  
Cet appareil Numérique de classe Brespecte toutes les exigences du Règlemont NMB-03 sur les  
équipements produisant des interférences au Canada.  
MPR II Compliance  
This monitor complies with SWEDAC(MPR II) recommendations for reduced electric and magnetic fields.  
European Notice (Europe only)  
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (92/31/EEC), (93/68/EEC)  
and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.  
. CEoNm5p5li0a2nc2e:1w9i9th8th-eRsaeddioireFcrtievqeuseimnpcylieIsntceornfeforremnictyeto the following European Norms:  
. EN55024:1998 - Electromagnetic Immunity  
. EN61000-3-2:1995+A1+A2 - Power Line Harmonics  
. EN61000-3-3:1995 - Voltage Fluctuations  
. EN60950 - Product Safety.  
PCT Notice  
User’s Manual  
Information  
Regulatory  
TCO'95-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only)  
AB general requirements  
AB2 Written Eco-document acompanying the products  
Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'95 approved and labelled product! Your choice has  
provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing  
the burden on the environment and to the further development of environmentally-adapted electronic  
products.  
Why do we have environmentally-labelled monitors?  
In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encouraging the  
adaptation of goods and services to the environment.The main problem as far as monitors and other  
electronic equipment are concerned is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products  
and during their manufacture. Since it has not been possible so far for the majority of electronic equipment to  
be recycled in a satisfactory way, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter Nature.  
There are also other characteristics of a monitor, such as energy consumption levels, that are important from  
both the working and natural environment viewpoints. Since all types of conventional electricity generation  
have a negative effect on the environment (acidic and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste, etc.)  
it is vital to conserve energy. Electronic equipment in offices consumes an enormous amount of energy, since  
it is often routinely left running continuously.  
What does labelling involve?  
This product meets the requirements for the TCO'95 scheme, which provides for international environmental  
labelling of monitors. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish  
Confederation of Professional Employees), Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature  
Conservation) and NUTEK (The National Board for Industrial and Technical Development in Sweden).  
The requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electrical and  
magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety.  
The environmental demands concern among other things restrictions on the presence and use of heavy  
metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons), and chlorinated solvents. The product  
must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental plan, which must  
be adhered to in each country where the company conducts its operations policy. The energy requirements  
include a demand that the monitor after a certain period of inactivity shall reduce its power consumption to a  
lower level, in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the monitor shall be reasonable for the  
user. Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example in respect of the reduction of  
electric and magnetic fields, along with physical and visual ergonomics and good usability.  
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Regulatory  
What does labelling involve?(continue)  
TCO Development Unit 1996-11-29  
On the page this folder you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product.  
The complere environmental criteria document may be ordered from:  
TCO Development Unit  
S-11494 Stockholm  
Sweden  
Fax: +46 8 782 92 07  
E-mail (Internet): development@tco.se  
Current information regarding TCO'95-approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet,  
using the address:  
TCO'95 is a co-operative project between(3 logos)  
Environmental Requirements  
Brominated flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. In  
turn, they delay the spread of fire. Up to thirty percent of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame  
retardant substances. These are related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs, which are  
suspected to give rise to similar harm, including reproductive damage in fish eating birds and mammals, due  
to the bioaccumulative processes. Flame retardants have been found in human blood and researchers fear  
that disturbances in foetus development may occur. TCO'95 demand requires that plastic components  
weighing more than 25 grams must not contain organically bound chlorine and bromine.  
Lead  
Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous  
system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning. TCO'95 requirement Permits the inclusion of lead since  
no replacement has yet been developed.  
Cadmium  
Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour generating layers of certain computer  
displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. TCO'95 requirement states that  
batteries may not contain more than 25 ppm (parts per million) of cadmium. The colour-generating layers of  
display screens must not contain any cadmium.  
Mercury  
Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. Mercury damages the nervous system and is  
toxic in high doses. TCO'95 requirement states that batteries may not contain more than 25 ppm (parts per  
million) of mercury. It also demands that no mercury is present in any of the electrical or electronics  
components concerned with the display unit.  
CFCs (freons)  
CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards and in the manufacturing of expanded  
foam for packaging. CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere,  
causing increased reception on Earth of ultraviolet light with consequent increased risks of skin cancer  
. (Tmhaeligrnealenvt amnetlaTnCoOm'a9)5. requirement: Neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the  
manufacturing of the product or its packaging.  
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Information  
Regulatory  
TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only)  
Congratulations!  
You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a  
product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the  
environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products.  
This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for an international  
environmental and quality labelling labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as  
a joint effort by the TCO(The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees),  
Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen(The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation),  
Statens Energimyndighet(The Swedish National Energy Administration) and SEMKO AB.  
The requirements cover a wide range of issuse: environment, ergonomics, usability, reduction of electric and  
magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical safety.  
Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?  
In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encouraging the  
adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as computers and other  
electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the  
products and during their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of  
electronics equipment, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature.  
There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are important  
from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments. Since all methods of  
electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic and climate-influencing  
emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy.  
Electronics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.  
What does labelling involve?  
The environmental demands has been developed by Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen  
(The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation). These demands impose restrictions on the presence and use  
of heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs(freons)and chlorinated solvents,  
among other things. The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an  
environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its  
operational policy.  
The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display, after a certain period of  
inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages.  
The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user.  
Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product.  
The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from:  
User’s Manual  
Information  
Regulatory  
TCO Development  
SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden  
Fax: +46 8 782 92 07  
Email (Internet): development@tco.se  
Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet,  
Environmental requirements  
Flame retardants  
Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose is  
to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30% of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of  
flame retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride, and those flame retardants  
are chemically related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs. Both the flame retardants containing  
bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects, including reproductive  
damage in fish-eating birds and mammals, due to the bio-accumulative* processes. Flame retardants have  
been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in foetus development may occur.  
The relevant TCO'99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not  
contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Flame retardants are allowed in the  
printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available.  
Cadmium**  
Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour-generating layers of certain computer  
displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement  
states that batteries, the colour-generating layers of display screens and the electrical or electronics  
components must not contain any cadmium.  
Mercury**  
Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. It damages the nervous system and is toxic in  
high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury. It also  
demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics components associated with the  
labelled unit. There is however one exception. Mercury is, for the time being, permitted in the back light  
system of flat panel monitors as today there is no commercially available alternative. TCO aims on removing  
this exception when a Mercury free alternative is available.  
CFCs (freons)  
The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture  
and assembly of the product. CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards. CFCs  
break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased reception on  
earth of ultraviolet light with e.g. increased risks of skin cancer (malignant melanoma) as a consequence.  
Lead**  
Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous  
system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning. The relevant TCO'99 requirement permits the inclusion  
of lead since no replacement has yet been developed.  
* Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms.  
** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative.  
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Information  
Natural Color  
Natural Color Software Program  
One of the recent problems in using a computer is that the color of the images printed out by a printer or other  
images scanned by a scanner or a digital camera are not the same as those shown on the monitor.  
The Natural Color S/W is the very solution for this problem. It is a color administration system developed by  
Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI).  
This system is available only for Samsung monitors and makes the color of the images on the monitor the  
same as the printed or scanned images.  
For more information, 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 installation 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-ROM  
Drive, click the [Start] button of Windows and then select [Execute].  
Enter D:\color\eng\setup.exe and then press the key.  
(If the drive where the CD is inserted is not D:\, enter the applicable drive.)  
How to delete the Natural Color software program  
Select [Setting]/[Control Panel] on the [Start] menu and then double-click [Add/Delete a program].  
Select Natural Color from the list and then click the [Add/Delete] button.  
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For Better Display  
1
Adjust computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) in control panel of computer as described  
below to enjoy the best quality of picture. You can have an uneven quality of picture in the screen if the best  
quality of picture is not provided in TFT-LCD.  
Resolution: SyncMaster 1208 x 1024  
Vertical frequency (refresh rate): 60 Hz  
2
TFT LCD panel manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with precision of 99.999% above  
is used for this product. But the pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color seem to be bright sometimes  
or some of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use it without uneasiness.  
For example, the number of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are (3,932,160.)  
3
4
When you clean the monitor and the panel outside, please apply the recommended small amount of cleaner  
by using soft and dry cloth and polish it. Let LCD area not to be forced but to be scrubbed out softly. If  
excessive force is applied, you can have a stain on it.  
If you are not satisfied with the quality of picture, you can get better quality of picture by executing "auto  
adjustment function" in display screen that is appeared as window termination button is pressed. If there's still  
noise after automatic adjustment, use FINE/COARSE adjustment function.  
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Authority  
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.  
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Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or  
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.  
Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Microsoft, Windows an  
Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; VESA, DPMS and DDC are  
registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standard Association; the ENERGY STAR name and  
logo are registered 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 guidelines for energy efficiency.; Pivot, Pivot Enabled, and Portrait Displays  
are registered trademarks of Portrait Displays, Inc; MicroTouch, the MicroTouch logo,  
TouchWare, and WorldService are either registered trademarks or trademarks of MicroTouch  
Systems, Inc.  
All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of  
their respective owners.  

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