Samsung S23A700D User manual

User manual
SyncMaster
S23A700D
The color and the appearance may differ depending on
the product, and the specifications are subject to
change without prior notice to improve the performance.
BN46-00106C-02

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Before Using the Product
Before Using the Product
Copyright
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.
2011 Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual.
Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is
prohibited.
The SAMSUNG and SyncMaster logos are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
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An administration fee may be charged if either
(a) an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product
(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).
(b) you bring the unit to a repair centre and there is no defect in the product
(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).
The amount of such administration charge will be advised to you before any work or home visit is
carried out.
The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may
differ from what is shown in the images.
Warning A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.
Caution Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are
not followed.
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Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.
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Cleaning
Cleaning
Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched.
Take the following steps when cleaning.
1. Power off the monitor and computer.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the monitor.
Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet
hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.
3. Wipe the monitor with a clean, soft and dry cloth.
Do not apply a cleaning agent that contains alcohol,
solvent, or surfactant to the monitor.
Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product.
4. Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the
exterior of the monitor.
5. Connect the power cord to the product after cleaning the product.
6. Power on the monitor and computer.
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Securing the Installation Space
Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. A rise in the internal temperature may cause
a fire and damage the product. Be sure to allow the amount of space as shown below or greater
when installing the product.
The exterior may differ depending on the product.
Precautions for Storage
High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used
nearby.
Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 79) if the inside of the monitor needs
cleaning. (service fee will be charged).
Safety Precautions
Electricity and Safety
The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the
images.
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Warning
Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not plug many products into the same power socket.
Otherwise, the socket may overheat and cause a fire.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Otherwise, an electric shock may result.
Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.
An unstable connection may cause a fire.
Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket (type 1 insulated devices
only).
An electric shock or injury may result.
Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Do not weigh the power cord
down with a heavy object.
A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Remove foreign substances such as dust around the plug pins and power socket
with a dry cloth.
Otherwise, a fire may result.
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Caution
Installation
Warning
Do not unplug the power cord when the product is in use.
The product may become damaged by an electric shock.
Do not use the power cord for products other than authorized products supplied
by Samsung.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.
If any problem occurs in the product, unplug the power cable to completely
cut the power to the product.
Power to the product cannot be completely cut off with the power button.
Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket.
An electric shock or fire may result.
DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP
OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES.
Otherwise, a fire may result.
Avoid installing the product in a narrow space with bad ventilation, such as a
bookshelf or wall closet.
Otherwise, a fire may result due to an increased internal temperature.
Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached
by children.
Children may suffocate.
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Caution
Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf,
sloped surface, etc.).
The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.
Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product
or cause a fire.
Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust, moisture (water
drips, etc.), oil, or smoke.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a
stove.
Otherwise, the product lifespan may be reduced, or a fire may result.
Do not install the product within the reach of young children.
The product may fall and injure children.
Take care not to drop the product when moving it.
Otherwise, product failure or personal injury may result.
Do not set down the product on its front.
The screen may become damaged.
When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf, make sure that the bottom
edge of the front of the product is not protruding.
The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.
Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.
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Operation
Warning
Put down the product carefully.
The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.
Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine
particles, chemical substances or extreme temperatures, or an airport or train
station where the product should operate continuously for an extended period of
time) may seriously affect its performance.
Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center (page 79) before
installation if you want to install the product at such a place.
High voltage runs through the product. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or
modify the product on your own.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 79) for repair.
Before you move the product, be sure to turn off the power switch and remove all
the cables connected to the product, including the power cord and the antenna
cable.
Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged and a fire or electric shock may
result.
If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, remove the
power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page
79).
An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.
The product may fall, and your child may become injured or seriously
harmed.
If the product falls or the exterior is damaged, power off the product, remove the
power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 79).
Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may result.
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Do not put a heavy object, toy, or sweets on top of the product.
The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toy or
sweets resulting in a serious injury.
During a lightning or thunderstorm, remove the power cord and do not touch the
antenna cable.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.
Otherwise, the power cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric
shock or fire may result.
If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug. Also, ventilate
the area immediately.
Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.
During a lightning or thunderstorm, do not touch the power cord or antenna
cable.
Do not lift or move the product by the power cord or any cable.
Otherwise, the power cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric
shock or fire may result.
Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the
product.
An explosion or fire may result.
Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.
Otherwise, a fire may result from an increased internal temperature.
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Caution
Do not insert a metallic object (a chopstick, coin, hair pin, etc.) or inflammable
object (paper, match, etc.) into the vent or ports of the product.
If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the
product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service
Center (page 79).
Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.
Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or metallic
objects on top of the product.
If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the
product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service
Center (page 79).
Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.
Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time
may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.
If you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time,
activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver.
Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan on using the
product for an extended period of time (vacation, etc).
Otherwise, a fire may result from accumulated dust, overheating, an electric
shock, or electric leakage.
Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.
Your eyesight may deteriorate.
Do not put DC power adapters together.
Otherwise, a fire may result.
Remove the plastic bag from the DC power adapter before you use it.
Otherwise, a fire may result.
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Do not let water enter the DC power device or get the device wet.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Avoid using the product outdoors where it can be exposed to rain or snow.
Be careful not to get the DC power adapter wet when you wash the floor.
Do not put the DC power adapter near to any heating apparatus.
Otherwise, a fire may result.
Keep the DC power adapter in a well-ventilated area.
Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate
your eyesight.
Do not hold the monitor upside-down or move it by holding the stand.
The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.
Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.
An electric shock or fire may result.
Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.
Eye fatigue will be relieved.
Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended
period of time as it will become hot.
Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children.
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Correct posture to use the product
Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.
Otherwise, children's fingers or hands may become stuck and injured.
Tilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal
injury.
Do not place heavy objects on the product.
Product failure or personal injure may result.
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Use the product in the correct posture as follows:
Straighten your back.
Allow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen, and look slightly
downward at the screen.
Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen.
Adjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen.
Keep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of
your hands.
Keep your elbows at about a right angle.
Adjust the height of the product so you can keep your knees bent at 90 degrees or
more, your heels attached to the floor, and your arms lower than your heart.

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Table Of Contents
BEFORE USING THE
PRODUCT
2 Copyright
2 Icons used in this manual
2 Symbols for safety precautions
3 Cleaning
3 Cleaning
4 Securing the Installation Space
4 Precautions for Storage
4 Safety Precautions
4 Electricity and Safety
6 Installation
8Operation
12 Correct posture to use the product
PREPARATIONS 18 Checking the Contents
18 Removing the Packaging
19 Checking the Components
20 Attaching the Stand
22 Parts
22 Frontal Buttons
25 Reverse Side
26 Tidying Up the Connected Cables
26 Anti-theft Lock
27 Adjusting the Product Tilt
3D 28 3D
28 3D Mode
29 Depth
30 L/R Change
30 3D→2D
31 Standard HDMI-Compatible Formats
31 Resolution Supported for PC Input (via
the HDMI Port)
32 Playing 3D Games on a PC

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33 Precautions when Viewing 3D Video
CONNECTING AND USING
A SOURCE DEVICE
34 Before Connecting
34 Pre-connection Checkpoints
35 Connecting the Power
36 Connecting and Using a PC
36 Connecting to a PC
38 Driver Installation
38 Changing the Resolution Using a PC
40 Connecting to a Video Device
40 Connection Using an HDMI Cable
42 Setting Optimum Resolution
42 Connecting Headphones
SCREEN SETUP 43 MAGIC
43 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle
44 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright
45 SAMSUNG MAGIC Color
46 Brightness
46 Configuring Brightness
47 Contrast
47 Configuring Contrast
48 Sharpness
48 Configuring Sharpness
48 Response Time
49 Configuring Response Time
49 HDMI Black Level
CONFIGURING TINT 51 Red
51 Configuring Red

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51 Green
51 Configuring Green
52 Blue
52 Configuring Blue
53 Color Tone
53 Configuring the Color Tone Settings
54 Gamma
54 Configuring Gamma
RESIZING OR
RELOCATING THE
SCREEN
55 Size
55 Changing the Picture Size
56 Horizontal Position
56 Configuring H-Position
56 Vertical Position
56 Configuring V-Position
57 Menu H-Position
57 Configuring Menu H-Position
58 Menu V-Position
58 Configuring Menu V-Position
SETUP AND RESET 59 Eco Saving
59 Menu Transparency
59 Changing Menu Transparency
60 Language
60 Changing the Language
61 PC/AV Mode
61 Configuring PC/AV Mode
62 Auto Source
62 Configuring Auto Source

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62 Display Time
62 Configuring Display Time
63 Key Repeat Time
63 Configuring Key Repeat Time
64 Customized Key
64 Configuring Customized Key
64 Off Timer On/Off
64 Configuring Off Timer On/Off
65 Off Timer Setting
65 Configuring Off Timer Setting
66 Reset
66 Initializing Settings (Reset)
INFORMATION MENU AND
OTHERS
67 INFORMATION
67 Displaying INFORMATION
67 Configuring Brightness in the Startup
Screen
68 Configuring Volume in the Startup
Screen
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
69 Requirements Before Contacting
Samsung Customer Service Center
69 Testing the Product
69 Checking the Resolution and Frequency
69 Check the followings.
72 Q & A
SPECIFICATIONS 74 General
75 PowerSaver
76 Standard Signal Mode Table

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APPENDIX 79 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE
84 Correct Disposal
84 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste
Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
84 Correct disposal of batteries in this product
85 Terminology
INDEX

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1 Preparations
1 Preparations
1.1 Checking the Contents
1.1.1 Removing the Packaging
1Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with
a sharp instrument.
2Remove the styrofoam from the product.
3Check the components and remove the styrofoam and plastic bag.
The appearance of actual components may differ from the image shown.
This image is for reference only.
4Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future.

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Preparations
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1 Preparations
1.1.2 Checking the Components
Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing.
The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown.
Components
Components may differ in different locations.
The cleaning cloth is only supplied with the black high-glossy model.
Items sold separately
The following items can be purchased at your nearest retailer.
Quick setup guide Warranty card
(Not available in some locations)
User manual
Cleaning cloth Power cable DC power adapter
DVI-Dual Cable Wire holders Stand Base
Stand Connector 3D Glasses & 3D Glasses
User Manual
Stand Assembly Guide
HDMI-DVI cable HDMI cable

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Preparations
1
1 Preparations
1.2 Attaching the Stand
Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen
is facing downwards.
Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand in the direction shown
by the figure.
Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected.
Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that
it is completely fixed.
Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place
the product onto the cloth so that the front of the product is facing
downwards.
Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by
the figure. Push the assembled stand into the main body in the
direction of the arrow as shown in the figure.