Samsung 2333HD - SyncMaster - 23" LCD Monitor User manual

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LCD MONITOR
quick start guide
2333HD

Introduction
Package Contents
Note
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local dealer to buy optional items.
Unpacking
Without stand With stand
Monitor Monitor
List of Parts
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
User's Guide
D-Sub Cable Power Cord Cable holding ring

List of Parts
Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2)
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
Cleaning Cloth
Stand Body Stand Base Stereo Cable
Note
Cleaning Cloth is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature.
Sold separately
DVI Cable HDMI Cable Headphones
USB Cable TV Antenna Cable
(Coaxial Cable)
Component(PR, PB, Y) Cable
Audio cable Digital audio optic output ca-
ble
Introduction

Your Monitor
Front
Activates a highlighted menu item.
Push the ' ', button to change the input signal source.
Changing the source is only allowed for external devices connected to the product
at the time.
To switch Screen modes:
[PC] →
[ DVI] → [ TV] → [ Ext.] → [ Component] → [ HDMI1] → [ HDMI2]
→ [ DTV]
>> Click here to see an animation clip
Use this button to open the on-screen menu and to exit from the on-screen menu
or to close the screen adjustment menu.
+ / -
Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected menu val-
ues. Adjusts the audio volume.
Moves from one menu item to another vertically or adjusts selected menu values.
In TV/DTV mode, selects TV/DTV channels.
Power button [ ]
Use this button for turning the product on and off.
Introduction

Remote Control Sensor
Aim the remote control towards this spot on the Monitor.
Power indicator
This light is lit when operating normally, and blinks once when your adjustments
are saved.
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.
Speaker
You can hear sound by connecting the soundcard of your PC to the monitor.
Rear
Note
The configuration at the back of the product may vary from product to product.
POWER
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the
POWER port on the back of the product.
PC IN
Introduction

Connect the PC IN terminal at the back of your
monitor to your computer.
HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO
IN , DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(OPTICAL) , EX-LINK
HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN
Connect the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN ] ter-
minal at the back of your product to your com-
puter’s sound card.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTICAL)
Connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTI-
CAL)] terminal of your product to the digital
sound output or standard sound output terminal
of the DVD home theater (or amplifier) using a
digital audio optical output cable.
EX-LINK
This is a reserved terminal used for servicing.
EXT(RGB)
ConnecttheEXT(RGB)port ofthe monitorto the
DVD Player using a SCART jack.
As for EXT(RGB) port of the monitor, it makes
TV or Video signal input and output.
DVI-D IN/ HDMI IN 1
DVI-D IN
Connect the DVI cable to the DVI-D IN port on
the back of your product.
HDMI IN 1
Connect the [HDMI IN 1] terminal at the back of
yourmonitortotheHDMIterminalofyourdigital
output device using a HDMI cable.
Introduction

COMPONENT IN
R - AUDIO - L
Connect the port of the DVD, VCR (DVD / DTV
Set-Top Box) to the [R - AUDIO - L] port of the
product.
PR, PB,Y
Connectthe VIDEOOUT portof theDVD /DTV
Set-Top Box to the [PR, PB,Y ] input ports using
a component video cable ( PR, PB,Y ).
ANT IN
Connect the CATV cable or TV antenna cable to
the "ANT IN" port on the rear side of the product.
Make sure to use a TV antenna cable (sold sepa-
rately) as the antenna cable.
Kensington Lock
The Kensington Lock is a device used to physi-
cally fix the system when using it in a public
place. The locking device has to be purchased
separately. The appearance and locking method
may differ from the illustration depending on the
manufacturer. Refer to the manual provided with
the Kensington Lock for proper use. The locking
device has to be purchased separately.
Note
The location of the Kensington Lock may be dif-
ferent depending on its model.
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
1. InsertthelockingdeviceintotheKensington
slot on the Monitor ( ) and turn it in the
locking direction ( ).
2. Connect the Kensington Lock cable.
3. FixtheKensingtonLocktoadeskoraheavy
stationary object.
COMMON INTERFACE
Introduction

ThiscontainsinformationonCAMinsertedinthe
CI slot and displays it.
The Application Info inserting is about the CI
CARD.
Youcan installthe CAManytime whetherthe TV
is ON or OFF.
HDMI IN 2 /
HDMI IN 2
Connect the [HDMI IN 2] terminal at the back of
yourproducttotheHDMIterminalofyourdigital
output device using a HDMI cable.
Connect your headphones to the Headphone con-
nection terminal.
Cable holding ring
Fix the cables using the holding ring, as shown in
the figure.
Note
See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.
Remote Control
Introduction

POWER
Number Button
TV/DTV
CH LIST
MUTE
MENU
Up-Down Left-Right buttons
ENTER
RETURN
SOURCE
PRE-CH
GUIDE
D.MENU
P
EXIT
INFO
TTX/MIX
COLOR BUTTON
P.MODE, M/B (MagicBright)
S.MODE
AUTO
P.SIZE
DUAL
SUBTITLE
SOURCE
PIP
1. POWER Turns the product On/Off.
2. Number button Press to change the channel.
3. (One/Two-Digit channel selection)
Use to select a channel numbered ten or over.
Press this button, and the "--" symbol is displayed.
Enter the two-digit channel number.
Introduction

4. TV/DTV Selects the TV and DTV mode directly.
5. CH LIST It displays "Channel List" on the screen.
6. Adjusts the audio volume.
7. MUTE Pauses (mutes) the audio output temporarily. This is displayed on
the lower left corner of the screen. The audio resumes if MUTE
or - VOL + is pressed in the Mute mode.
8. MENU Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the
adjustment menu.
9. Up-Down Left-
Right buttons Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, vertically or adjusts selected menu values.
10. ENTER Activates a highlighted menu item.
11. RETURN Returns to the previous menu.
12. SOURCE Press the button to change the input signal SOURCE.
Changing the SOURCE is only allowed for external devices that
are connected to the monitor at the time.
- You cannot watch TV or DTV using the SOURCE button.
- You can only watch TV using the TV or DTV button.
13. PRE-CH This button is used to return to the immediately previous channel.
14. GUIDE Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display
15. D.MENU DTV menu display
16. P In TV mode, selects TV channels.
17. EXIT Exits from the menu screen.
18. INFO Current picture information is displayed on the upper left corner
of the screen.
19. TTX/MIX TV channels provide written information services via teletext.
- Teletext Buttons
For more information > TTX / MIX
20. COLOR BUTTON Pressto addor deletechannelsand tostore channelsto thefavorite
channel list in the “Channel List” menu.
21. P.MODE, M/B (Magic-
Bright) Press to select a pre-defined Picture Mode of the monitor or to change the picture atmosphere as required.
Whenyoupressthisbutton,currentmodeisdisplayedonthelower
center of the screen.
- TV / DTV / Ext. / Component / HDMI: P.MODE
Introduction

The monitor has three automatic picture settings that are preset at
the factory.
Then press the button again to circle through available preconfig-
ured modes.
(Dynamic > Standard > Movie)
- PC / DVI Mode : M/B ( MagicBright )
MagicBright is a feature providing the optimum viewing envi-
ronmentdepending onthe contentsof theimage youare watching.
Then press the button again to circle through available preconfig-
ured modes.
(Entertain > Internet > Text > Dynamic Contrast > Custom)
22. S.MODE Whenyoupressthisbutton,currentmodeisdisplayedonthelower
center of the screen.
The monitor has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier.
Then press the button again to circle through available preconfig-
ured modes.
(Standard > Music > Movie > Speech > Custom)
23. AUTO - Available In PC
mode Only Adjusts the screen display automatically.
24. P.SIZE Press to change the screen size.
25. DUAL STEREO/MONO, DUAL l / DUAL ll and MONO/NICAM
MONO/NICAMSTEREOcan be operated depending on broad-
casting type by using DUAL button on the remote control while
watching TV.
26. SUBTITLE Dgital subtitle display.
27. SOURCE - Not Available
28. PIP - Not Available
Introduction

Connections
Connecting Cables
Connecting to a Computer
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back of the monitor.
Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.
Use a connection appropriate for your computer.
Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
•Connect the signal cable to the [PC IN] port on the back of your monitor.
[PC IN]
Using the DVI-D IN (Digital) connector on the video card.
•Connect the DVI Cable to the [DVI-D IN] Port on the back of your Monitor.
[DVI-D IN]
Connect the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D IN/AUDIO IN] port on the rear side of the monitor to the sound
card of the PC.
Note
•You may enjoy clear and quality sound from the computer sound card using the monitor speakers.
(You don't need to install any separate speakers for your computer.)
•You may get a blank screen depending on the type of video card you are using, if you connect
simultaneously both the D-sub and DVI cables to one computer.
•If you connect properly your monitor using the DVI connector but get a blank or fuzzy screen,
checktosee ifthemonitorstatusissettoanalogue.Press 'SOURCE[ ]'buttonto havethemonitor
double-check the input signal source.

Connecting to a Macintosh
1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
•Connect the signal cable to the D-SUB port on the back of your monitor.
[PC IN]
Note
Turn on the monitor and Macintosh.
Connecting to Other devices
Note
•This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or cam-
corder, or a DTV or TV without disconnecting the PC.
• The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.
•The DVI to HDMI cable, digital audio optic output cable, and RCA to stereo (for PC) cable are all
sold separately.
Contact a Service Center to purchase any products sold separately.
Connecting EXT.(RGB) - It only applies to AV DEVICE that supports SCART.
Note
Connect to the DVD Devices input if the device has a EXT (RGB) jack. You can watch DVD simply
by hooking up the DVD player with the monitor as long as the power is on.
1. Connect the EXT (RGB) port of the monitor to the DVD Player using a SCART jack.
Connections

2. When a Scart device is connected to your monitor, the Source automatically changes to Ext.
Connecting TV
Note
You may view television programs on the monitor if it is connected to an antenna or CATV cable
without installing any separate TV reception hardware or software on your computer.
1. ConnecttheCATVcableorTV antennacableto the"ANTIN" portonthe rearsideof themonitor.
Make sure to use a TV antenna cable (sold separately) as the antenna cable.
•When using an interior antenna terminal:
Check the antenna terminal on the wall first and connect the antenna cable.
•When using an outdoor antenna:
If you are using an outdoor antenna, use a professional for installation if possible.
•To connect the RF cable to the antenna input terminal:
Keep the copper wire portion of the RF cable straight.
2. Turn on the monitor.
3. Select TV using the TV / DTV.u
4. Select a desired TV channel.
Note
Is weak signal causing poor reception?
Purchase and install a signal amplifier for better reception.
Connecting DVD / Set Top Box
Note
Connect to the DVD / Set Top Box input if the device has a [COMPONENT IN] connector. You can
watch Component simply by hooking up the Component with the monitor as long as the power is on.
Connections

Connect the port of the DVD, VCR (DVD / Set-Top Box) to the [R-AUDIO-L] port of the monitor.
Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / Set-Top Box to the [PR, PB,Y] input ports using a
component video cable (PR, PB,Y).
Note
Select "Component" using the 'SOURCE [ ]'
If you connect the PR, PB, and Y component cables to the incorrect terminals, the screen will be
displayed in red or blue.
For single-family houses, install an UHF antenna to receive digital broadcasting.
Connecting HDMI
Note
You can connect digital output devices to your monitor.
You can enjoy better screen and sound quality.
1. Connecting Using a HDMI Cable
a. Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the [ HDMI IN1] or [ HDMI IN2]
terminal of the monitor using the HDMI cable. When all the connections are completed,
connect the power cords for the monitor and DVD(or the device connected to the digital
output terminal).
Connections

Select HDMI using the ‘SOURCE [ ]‘ button.
2. Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable
Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the [ HDMI IN1] or [
HDMI IN2] terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable.
Connect the red and white jacks of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio
output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite jack to the [HDMI/PC/
DVI-D AUDIO IN]terminal of the monitor.
3. When all the connections are completed, connect the power cords for the monitor and DVD
(or the device connected to the digital output terminal).
4. Select "HDMI" using the 'SOURCE [ ]' button.
Note
If you just connect using the DVI to HDMI cable without connecting to the sound source, you
cannot hear sound.
Connecting the audio output terminal of a digital device to the [R-AUDIO-L] of [COMPONENT
IN] of the monitor using an audio cable will not give you sound. Make sure to connect to the
[HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] terminal of the monitor.
Connecting and Using an Amplifier
Note
You can connect the digital sound input (optical) or standard sound input terminal of your amplifier
to your monitor using the correct cable.
Connections

1. Connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)] terminal of your monitor to the digital sound
input terminal of your digital amplifier using an optical cable.
2. Set the Internal Mute On in the Sound menu using the MENU button.
3. Adjust the sound volume using the Volume button of your amplifier
4. If the connections are set up, power up your monitor and amplifier.
Note
•Because no sound is emitted from the monitor, you need to use an amplifier.
•For information on how to connect a speaker and amplifier, refer to the respective user manuals
provided by their manufacturers.
Connecting COMMON INTERFACE
Note
You can install the CAM anytime whether the TV is ON or OFF.
Purchase the CI CAM module by visiting your nearest dealer or by phone.
1. Insert the CI CARD into the CAM in the direction of the arrow until it fits.
2. Insert the CAM with the CI CARD installed into the common interface slot.
(Insert the CAM in the direction of the arrow, right up to the end so that it is parallel with the
slot.)
3. Check if you can see a picture on a scrambled signal channel.
Connecting Headphone
Note
You may connect your headphones to the monitor.
Connections

1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal.
Using the Stand
Tilt angle
You can adjust the tilt angle within a range of 0° forward to 18° backward for the most comfortable
viewing angle.
Attaching a Base
This monitor accepts a 100 mm x 100 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
Monitor
Mounting interface pad (Sold separately)
Connections

1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord.
2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the screen.
3. Remove four screws and then remove the stand from the LCD monitor.
4. Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with
four screws that came with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other base.
•Do not use screws longer than the standard dimension, as they may damage the
inside of the Monitor.
•For wall mounts that do not comply with VESA standard screw specifications,
the length of the screws may differ depending on their specifications.
•Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifica-
tions.
Do not fasten the screws too tightly, as this may damage the product or cause the
product to fall, leading to personal injury.
Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents.
•Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA
or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product
installation instructions.
•To mount the monitor on a wall, you should purchase the wall mounting kit that
allows you to mount the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wall surface.
•Contact the nearest Samsung Service Center for more information. Samsung
Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused by using a base other than
those specified.
• Please use Wall Mount according to the International standards.
Connections

Troubleshooting
Self-Test Feature Check
Note
•Check the following items yourself before calling for service. Contact the service center for prob-
lems that you cannot solve by yourself.
•Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is func-
tioning 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.
The figure shown below ("Check Signal Cable") appears on a black background when the mon-
itor is in its normal working condition though it does not sense any video signal: While in the
Self-Test mode, the LED power indicator remains green and the figure moves around on the
screen.
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.
Not Optimum Mode
If the vertical resolution is not optimum mode, you can still see the display but the warning message
below appears and disappears after one minute.
The user must adjust the frequency within that one minute.
Note
Refer to Specifications > Preset Timing Modes for the resolutions or frequencies that are supported
by the monitor.
Maintenance and Cleaning
1. Maintaining the Monitor Case.
Clean with a soft cloth after disconnecting the power cord.