Samsung S27C590H User manual

User Manual
S27C590H
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.
BN46-00345A-02

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BEFORE USING THE
PRODUCT
7 Copyright
7 Icons used in this manual
8 Cleaning
8 Cleaning
9 Securing the Installation Space
9 Precautions for storage
10 Safety Precautions
10 Symbols for safety precautions
11 Electricity and Safety
12 Installation and Safety
14 Operation
18 Correct posture to use the product
PREPARATIONS 19 Checking the Contents
19 Removing the Packaging
20 Checking the Components
21 Parts
21 Frontal Button
22 Direct Key guide
23 Function Key Guide
25 Reverse Side
26 Installation
26 Attaching the Stand
27 Removing the Stand
28 Adjusting the Product Tilt
29 Anti-theft Lock
CONNECTING AND USING
A SOURCE DEVICE
30 Before Connecting
30 Pre-connection Checkpoints
30 Connecting the Power

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31 Connecting and Using a PC
31 Connection Using the D-SUB Cable (Analog
Type)
32 Connection Using an HDMI Cable
32 Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable
33 Connecting to Headphones or Speakers
34 Connecting to a Video Device
34 Connection Using an HDMI Cable
34 Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable
35 Tidying Up the Connected Cables
36 Changing the sound settings on Windows
37 Driver Installation
38 Setting Optimum Resolution
39 Changing the Resolution Using a PC
SCREEN SETUP 43 Brightness
43 Configuring Brightness
44 Contrast
44 Configuring Contrast
45 Sharpness
45 Configuring Sharpness
46 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright
46 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright
48 SAMSUNG MAGIC Upscale
48 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Upscale
49 Image Size
49 Changing the Image Size
51 HDMI Black Level
51 Configuring the HDMI Black Level Settings
52 Response Time
52 Configuring Response Time

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53 H-Position & V-Position
53 Configuring H-Position & V-Position
54 Coarse
54 Adjusting Coarse
55 Fine
55 Adjusting Fine
CONFIGURING TINT 56 Red
56 Configuring Red
57 Green
57 Configuring Green
58 Blue
58 Configuring Blue
59 Color Tone
59 Configuring the Color Tone Settings
60 Gamma
60 Configuring Gamma
COORDINATING OSD 61 Language
61 Changing the Language
62 Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position
62 Configuring Menu H-Position & Menu V-
Position
63 Display Time
63 Configuring Display Time
64 Transparency
64 Changing Transparency
SETUP AND RESET 65 Reset
65 Initializing Settings (Reset)

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66 Eco Saving
66 Configuring Eco Saving
67 Off Timer
67 Configuring Off Timer
68 Turn Off After
68 Configuring Turn Off After
69 PC/AV Mode
69 Configuring PC/AV Mode
70 Key Repeat Time
70 Configuring Key Repeat Time
71 Source Detection
71 Configuring Source Detection
72 Power LED On
72 Configuring Power LED On
INFORMATION MENU AND
OTHERS
73 INFORMATION
73 Displaying INFORMATION
74 Configuring Brightness and Contrast in
the Initial Screen
75 Configuring Volume in the Initial Screen
INSTALLING THE
SOFTWARE
76 MagicTune
76 What is "MagicTune"?
76 Installing the Software
77 Removing the Software
78 MultiScreen
78 Installing the Software
79 Removing the Software

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TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
80 Requirements Before Contacting
Samsung Customer Service Center
80 Testing the Product
80 Checking the Resolution and Frequency
80 Check the following.
83 Q & A
SPECIFICATIONS 85 General
87 PowerSaver
88 Standard Signal Mode Table
APPENDIX 90 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE
96 Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost
to Customers)
96 Not a product defect
96 A Product damage caused by customer's fault
96 Others
97 Correct Disposal
97 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste
Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
98 Terminology
INDEX

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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.
2013 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.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
Icons used in this manual
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.
©

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Before Using the Product
Before Using the Product
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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Before Using the Product
Before Using the Product
Securing the Installation Space
Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. An internal temperature rise may cause 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
Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 90) if the inside of the monitor needs
cleaning. (service fee will be charged).
3.93
inches
(10 cm)
3.93
inches
(10 cm)
3.93 inches(10 cm)
3.93 inches(10 cm)
3.93 inches(10 cm)

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Before Using the Product
Before Using the Product
Safety Precautions
Symbols for safety precautions
Caution
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
Caution: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to
make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product.
This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and
maintenance has been included with this product.
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.
Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited.
Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.