Samsung 971P - SyncMaster - 19" LCD Monitor User manual

SyncMaster 971P

Model
Notational
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
the equipment.
Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times
Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet
Do not touch Ground 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 active screen mode.
The images here are for reference only, and are not applicable in all cases (or countries).
SyncMaster 971P

Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
zThis may cause 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 electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to one 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 heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed
to chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as at airports,
train stations etc.
Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your monitor.
Place your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of
dust.
zFailure to do so may cause electric shock or fire inside the monitor.
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
zThis may cause damage to the product or the person carrying it.
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 a malfunction or injury to the person
carrying it.
Do not place the product on an unstable or small surface area.
zPlace the product on an even and stable surface, as the product may fall
and cause harm to someone walking by, specifically children.
Do not place the product on the floor.
zTake care, as someone, specifically children may trip over it.
Keep any flammable objects such as candles, insecticides or cigarettes
away from the product.
zOtherwise, this may cause fire.
Keep any heating devices away from the power cable.
zA melted coating may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a

bookshelf, closet, etc.
zAny increase in the internal temperature may cause fire.
Put down the monitor carefully.
zFailing to do so may damage the monitor.
Do not place the monitor face down.
zThis may damage the TFT-LCD surface.
The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional.
zInstalling the bracket 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/4 inches ) 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 onto 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 using a dry cloth.
zA dirty connector may cause 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 SAMSUNG customer care 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 a malfunction or fire.
Others
Do not remove the cover (or back).
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
zRefer to a qualified servicing company.
If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there is any
unusual sound or smell coming from the monitor - unplug it immediately
and contact an authorized dealer or the Service Center.
zThis may cause 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 a malfunction, electric shock or fire.
zIn particular, avoid operating the monitor near water or outdoors where

the monitor 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 a Service Center .
zThe monitor may malfunction, causing electric shock or fire.
Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightning or if it is
not used for a long period of time.
zFailure to do so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal
cable.
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 a malfunction, 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 electric shock, fire or injury.

Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and tools or
inflammable objects such as paper or matches into the vent, headphone
port or AV ports or etc.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire. If an alien substances or water
enters the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector
from the wall outlet and contact the Service Center.
When viewing a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual
image or blurriness may appear.
zChange the mode to energy saving mode or set a screensaver to a
changing picture when away from the monitor for an extended period of
time.
Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the
model.
zAn inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality.
19 inch (48 cm) - 1280 x 1024
Viewing the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in
damage to your eyesight.
To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of
using the monitor.
Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location
prone to vibrations.
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or the person
carrying it. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may
shorten the lifetime of the product or may cause the product to catch fire.
When moving the monitor, turn off and unplug the power cord. Make
sure that all cables, including the antenna cable and cables connected to
other devices, are disconnected before moving the monitor.
zFailure to disconnect cables may damage it and cause fire or electric
shock.
Place the product out of children’s reach, as they could damage by
hanging onto it.
zA falling product may cause injury to the person or even
fatality.
When not using the product for an extended period of time, keep the
product unplugged.

zOtherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or
degraded insulation, causing electric shock or fire.
Do not place your children's favorite toys or any other objects of interest
on the product.
zChildren may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The
product could fall, causing injury or even fatality.
When lifting up or moving the monitor, do not lift the monitor upside
down while holding only the stand.
zThis may cause your monitor to fall, and become damaged or cause
personal injury.
Good Postures When Using the Monitor
Try to maintain a good posture when using the monitor.
zKeep your back straight.
zKeep a distance of about 45 ~ 50 cm between your eyes
and the monitor screen. Look at the screen from slightly
above it, and have the monitor directly in front of you.
zTilt the monitor upwards by 10 ~20 degrees. Adjust the
monitor height so that the top of the monitor is slightly
below eye level.
zAdjust the monitor angle so that there is no reflected light
on the screen.Try to maintain your arms perpendicular to
your armpits.
zKeep your arms level with the back of your hands.
zKeep the angle of the elbow perpendicular.
zKeep the angle of the knees at more than 90 degree. Do
not let your feet fall up from the floor. Adjust the arm
position so that it is below the heart.

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List of Features
zMagic Contrast: Implements a deep color contrast of 4000:1 ratio.
zMagic Speed: Provides a clear screen without afterimages with fast response speed of
6ms.
zMagic Stand: Provides a high availability to fit your environmental needs with a height
adjustable stand (up to 60mm).
zMagic Rotation: Adjusts screen automatically to fit to monitor angle when it is changed
with the Rotation function.
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
SyncMaster 971P

Manual
Quick Setup Guide
Warranty Card
(Not available in all
locations)
User's Guide,
Monitor Driver,
Natural Color software,
A
utoRotation software
Cable
'DVI to D-SUB' Cable Power Cord DC-
A
da
p
ter
USB Cable
(
A-B T
yp
e cable
)
Others
Cleanin
g
Cloth
Sold se
p
aratel
y
DVI Cable
Do not use other cables except the dedicated cables, such as DVI/D-Sub and DVI cables,
for the product.
To purchase DVI/D-Sub or DVI cable additionally, contact your local product distributor.
Front

Customized Key
[]
You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to
your preferences. (Custom Key functionality)
How to Adjust : MagicTune →Optional →Custom Key →
MagicBright, MagicColor, Auto Setup, Source Select, Color Tone
1) MagicBright
MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment
depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently
seven different modes are available: Custom, Text, Internet, Game,
Sport, Movie and Dynamic Contrast. Each mode has its own pre-
configured brightness value. You can easily select one of seven
settings by simply pressing MagicBright control button.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
2) MagicColor
MagicColor is a new technology that Samsung has exclusively
developed to improve digital image and to display natural color more
clearly without disturbing image quality.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
3) Auto Setup
Press this button to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
4) Source Select
Select the video signal. (Analog/Digital)
>>Click here to see an animation clip
5) Color Tone
The tone of the color can be changed.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
Power indicator /
Power button
[]
The blue light is on in its normal working condition and blinks when setting
the adjustments of the monitor.
Use this button for power the monitor on and off, change the input source,
or perform Auto Adjustment.
1) Power On/Off

When you press the power button, the monitor is on/off.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
2) Input Source
When you press the power button, the input source may be changed
to Analog or Digital, blinking once with blue lihgt.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
3) Auto adjustment
When you press the power button, the Auto Adjustment function is
activate, blinking twice with blue light.
(Analog only)
>>Click here to see an animation clip
The buttons to the right of the monitor are touch-sensitive
buttons.
Touch a button lightly with your finger.
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.
Rear
(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)
Kensington Lock :
The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system
when using it in a public place.
(The locking device has to be purchased separately.)
For using a locking device, contact where you purchase it.

DVI :
Connect the DVI terminal of your monitor to your computer using a
DVI/D-Sub cable.
DC 12V :
Connect a power line to a direct current power supply and then plug
it into the relevant power port.
UP (USB upstream port):
Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the
computer with the USB cable.
DOWN (USB downstream port):
Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device
with the USB cable.
zTo use DOWN (Downstream Port), you have
to connect the UP (Upstream Cable ) to the
PC.
zMake sure to use the USB cable supplied with
this monitor to connect the monitor's UP port
and your computer's USB port.
See Connecting the Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

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Connecting the Monitor
1. Connect a power line to a direct current power supply and then plug it into the relevant power
port.
2. Use a connection appropriate for your computer.
2-1. Using the D-Sub (analog) connector on the video card.
Connect the DVI terminal of your monitor to the D-Sub terminal of your computer using
a DVI/D-Sub cable.
2-2. Connected to a Macintosh.
Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the 'DVI to D-SUB' connection
cable.
Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is
complete.
If you properly connect your monitor using the DVI connector but get a blank screen, check to
see if the monitor status is set to analog. In this case, turn the Power off and on so that your
monitor rechecks the input signals.
SyncMaster 971P

Rotating the monitor
Rotatin
g
the monito
r
(When pivoting the monitor, rotation angle is displayed on screen of the monitor.)
0° 90°
When rotating the screen, make sure to tilt the monitor 45 to 65 degrees so that it does not touch
the floor. When tilting the screen backwards, do not tilt it more than 65 degrees.
Installin
g
the Monitor Driver
(
Automatic
)
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 appropriate for the operating system you
have.
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown
here.
zInternet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China)
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click "Windows"
3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.

4. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button.
Then click "OK" button. (Microsoft®Windows®XP Operating System)
5. Monitor driver installation is completed.
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.
http://www.samsung.com/.
Installin
g
the Monitor Driver
(
Manual
)
Windows Vista | Windows XP | Windows 2000 |Windows Me |Windows NT | Linux
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 appropriate for the operating system you
have.
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown
here.
zInternet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China)
Microsoft®Windows Vista™ Operating System
1. Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2. Click (Start) and "Control Panel". Then, double-click on "Appearance and
Personalization".

3. Click "Personalization" and then "Display Settings".
4. Click "Advanced Settings…".
5. Click "Properties" in the "Monitor" tab. If the "Properties" button is deactivated, it
means the configuration for your monitor is completed. The monitor can be used as is.
If the message “Windows needs…” is displayed, as shown in the figure below,
click "Continue".
This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't
damage your system.
The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage
http://www.samsung.com/
6. Click "Update Driver…" in the "Driver" tab.

7. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me
pick from a list of device drivers on my computer".
8. Click "Have Disk…" and select the folder (for example, D:\Drive) where the driver setup
file is located, and click "OK".
9. Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the
screen, and click "Next".
10. Click "Close"→"Close" →"OK" →"OK" on the following screens displayed in
sequence.

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.