Samsung 205BW - SyncMaster - 20" LCD Monitor User manual

Install drivers Install programs
SyncMaster 205BW

Notational
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
equipment.
Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times
Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet
Do not touch Grounding to prevent an electric shock
Power
When not used for an extended period of time, set your computer to DPMS.
If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.

Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
zAn improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose.
zA bad connection may cause fire.
Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon
them, which could cause damage.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.
zThis may cause fire.
Do not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor.
zA surge may be caused by the separation and may damage the monitor.
Do not use the power cord when the connector or plug is dusty.
zIf the connector or plug of the power cord is dusty, clean it with a dry
cloth.
zUsing the power cord with a dusty plug or connector may cause an
electric shock or fire.
Installation

Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center, when installing your monitor in
a location with the heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, chemical
substance and where it operates for 24 hours such as the airport, the train
station or etc.
Failure to do so may cause a serious damage to your monitor.
Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust.
zFailure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire inside the monitor.
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
zThis may cause damage to the product or human body.
Install the monitor base in a showcase or shelf so that the end of the
base does not protrude from the showcase or shelf.
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal
injury.
Do not place the product on an unstable or small surface area.
zPlace the product on an even, stable surface, as the product may fall
and cause harm to someone walking by, specifically children.
Do not place the product on the floor.
zSomeone, specifically children could trip over it.
Keep any flammable objects such as candles, insecticides or cigarettes
away from the product.
zOtherwise, this may cause a fire.
Keep any heating devices away from the power cable.
zA melted coating may lead to electric shock or fire.
Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a
bookshelf, closet, etc.
zAny increase in internal temperature may cause fire.

Set down the monitor carefully.
zThe monitor could be damaged or broken.
Do not place the monitor face down.
zThe TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.
Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional.
zInstallation by unqualified personnel may result in injury.
zAlways use the mounting device specified in the owner's manual.
When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall
(more than 10 cm/4inch ) for ventilation purposes.
zPoor ventilation may cause an increase in the internal temperature of the
product, resulting in a shortened component life and degraded
performance.
Keep the plastic packaging (bag) out of children’s reach.
zThe plastic packaging (bag) may cause suffocation if children play with
it.
Clean
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with
a slightly moistened, soft fabric.
Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor.
zThis may cause damage, electric shock or fire.

Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth.
If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it
properly with a dry cloth.
zA dirty connector may cause an electric shock or fire.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product.
zOtherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and wipe the product using
a soft, dry cloth.
zDo not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners,
insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent.
Contact the Service Center or Customer Center for interior cleaning
once a year.
zKeep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the
interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or fire.
Others
Do not remove cover (or back).
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
zRefer 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 dealer or service.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Keep the product away from places exposed to oil, smoke or moisture;
do not install inside a vehicle.
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.
zEspecially avoid operating the monitor near water or outdoors where it

could be exposed to snow or rain.
If the monitor is dropped or the casing is damaged, turn the monitor off
and unplug the power cord. Then contact the Service Center .
zThe monitor may malfunction, causing an electric shock or fire.
Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is
not used for a long period of time.
zFailure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal
cable.
zThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to
the cable.
Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the
signal cable.
zThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to
the cable.
Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.
zBad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
Do not place water containers, chemical products or small metal objects
on the monitor.
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.
zIf a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord and
contact the Service Center.
Keep the product away from combustible chemical sprays or
inflammable substances.
zThis may cause an explosion or fire.
Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
zThis may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.

Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and gimlet or
inflammable objects such as paper and match into the vent, headphone
port or AV ports.
zIt may cause a fire or an electric shock. If an alien substances or water
flows into the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector
from the wall outlet and contact Service Center.
If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual image
or blurriness may appear.
zChange the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to moving picture
when you need to be away from the monitor for an extended period of
time.
Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the
model.
zInappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality.
20 inch (51 cm) - 1680 X 1050
Watching the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in
eyesight damage.
To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of
using the monitor.
Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location
prone to vibrations.
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal
injury. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may shorten
the lifetime of the product or may catch fire.
When moving the monitor, turn off and unplug the power cord.
Make sure that all cables, including the antenna cable and cables
connecting to other devices, are disconnected before moving the
monitor.
zFailure to disconnect cables may damage it and lead to fire or an electric
shock.
Place the product out of children’s reach, as they could damage it by
hanging onto it.
zA falling product could cause physical damage even death.
When not using the product for an extended time period, keep the
product unplugged.

zOtherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or
degraded insulation, leading to electric shock or fire.
Do not place children’s favorite objects (or anything else that may be
tempting) on the product.
zChildren may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The
product could fall, causing physical damage or even death.

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local deale
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to bu
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p
tional items.
Unpacking
Monitor & Slidin
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Stand
Manual
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all
locations)
User's Guide,
Monitor Driver,
Natural Color software,
Ma
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icTune™ software
Cable