Samsung SyncMaster 150MP User manual

SyncMaster 150MP / 170MP

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Safety Instructions
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Installation
Cleaning
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Introduction
Unpacking
Front
Rear
Remote Control
Setup
Connecting Your Monitor
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to Other Devices
Installing the Monitor Driver
Automatic
Manual
Base Installation
Using the FOLD button
Installing a VESA Base
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor
User Controls
User control buttons
Direct-Access Features
On-Screen Display
OSD Functions
Screen Adjustment Animation Clips
Troubleshooting
Check before Calling for Service
Problems and Solutions
Q & A
Specifications
General Specifications
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Preset Timing Modes
Information
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Index

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
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Safety Instructions-Notational

When not used for extended periods of time, set your PC to DPMS. If using a
screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.
Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
lThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
lThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
lAn improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon
them, which could cause damage.
lThis may cause 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.
lFailure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.
lThis may cause a fire.
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Safety Instructions-Power

Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.
lBad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust.
lAn electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
lThis may cause damage to the product or human body.
Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.
lThe monitor can cause injury by falling.
Set down the monitor carefully.
lIt could be damaged or broken.
Do not place the monitor face down.
lThe TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.
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Safety Instructions-Installation

When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly
moistened, soft fabric.
Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor.
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.
lA dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not set a glass of water, chemicals or any small metal objects on the
monitor.
lThis may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.
lIf a foreign substance gets into the monitor, disconnect the plug and then
contact a service center.
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Safety Instructions-Cleaning

Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
lThis may cause an electric shock or a fire.
lRefer 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.
lThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.
lThis may cause an electric shock or a fire.
For each hour of looking at the monitor, you should let your eyes rest for
5 minutes.
lThis will reduce eye fatigue.
Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor.
lThis may cause an explosion or fire.
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or the signal cable.
lThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage to
the cable.
Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal
cable.
lThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage to
the cable.
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Safety Instructions-Other

Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
lThis may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.
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Safety Instructions-Other

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact
your dealer.
User's Guide and Natural
Color/Driver Installation CD Power Cord Signal Cable(15 pin D-Sub)
Monitor
DC Adapter
Audio Cable
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all locations)
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Introduction-Unpacking
Remote Control / Batteries (AAA X 2)

For detailed information concerning the monitor functions, refer to User Controlsunder Adjusting Your
Monitor. The monitor's front configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model.
1Input Signal Indicators 5Menu button
2Source button 6Power button / Power indicator
3PIP button 7Up-Down button / Channel button
4Exit button / Auto button 8Left-Right button / Volume button
PIP(Picture in Picture)?
Feature allowing one program to be viewed on the entire screen
while one or more programs play in small windows superimposed
over the base program. PIP is also referred to as Split Windows.
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Introduction-Front

For detailed information concerning cable connections, refer to Connecting Cables under Setup.
The monitor's rear configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model.
Remove the cover to connect the cables. (Pull the joining part to remove the cover.)
APower Connection Terminal (14V DC)
This product may be used with 90 ~ 264. (Voltage
is automatically adjusted by the power adaptor.)
Connect the power source plug when all cables are
connected.
BVideo Connection Terminal
1PC connection terminal (15 pin D-SUB)
2S-Video(V1) connection terminal (S-VHS)
3Video(V2) connection terminal (RCA)
CAudio Connection Terminal
1Left audio(L) connection terminal (Input)
2Right audio(R) connection terminal (Input)
3PC sound(Stereo) connection terminal (Input)
4Headphone connection terminal (Output)
DAntenna Connection Terminal (When TV is
connected)
EAnti-Theft Security Lock
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Introduction-Rear

For detailed information of the Remote Control Unit functions, refer to Adjusting Your Monitor > User
Controls > User Control Buttons > Remote Control buttons.
The remote control's configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model.
The Remote control may function within a range of 0.23 to 33 feet (7cm to 10m) and 30 degrees to the
left and right of the monitor's Remote Control Reception sensor.
Button Names | Replacing Batteries
1. Button Names
1Power button
2PC button
3PIP(Picture-in-Picture) button
4Video button
5Audio button
6PIP Position button
7PIP Size button
8Up-Down button / Channel button
9Left-Right button / Volume button
10 Menu button
11 Mute button
12 Exit button
13 Channel button
14 Display button
15 Previous channel button
16 Auto button
17 Channel search button
18 MTS/S-mode button
19 Caption button
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Introduction-Remote Control

1. Slide out the cover pressing part marked .
2. Insert the batteries matching their polarities (+, -).
3. Slide in the cover.
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Introduction-Remote Control
2. Replacing Batteries

Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.
1. Connecting to a Computer
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Setup-Connecting to a Computer
1. Connect the power cord to the DC adapter and connect the adapter jack to the DC14V power port
on the back of your monitor.
2. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer.
3. Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on the back of your computer.
4. Connect the Audio (L) and Audio (R) terminals of a DVD, VCR or Camcorders to the monitor's L
and R audio input terminals using audio cables.
5. Turn on both your computer and the monitor.
6. 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.)
Contact a local Samsung Electronics service center to buy optional items.

AV input devices like DVDs, VCRs or Camcorders as well as your computer may be connected to the
monitor. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices, refer to User Controlsunder
Adjusting Your Monitor.
Connecting AV Devices | Connecting TV | Connecting to a Macintosh | Connecting Headphones
1. Connecting AV Devices
The monitor has AV connection terminals to connect AV input devices like DVDs, VCRs or
Camcorders. You may enjoy AV signals as long as the monitor is turned on.
1. AV input devices like DVDs, VCRs or Camcorders are connected to the S-Video (V1) or Video (V2)
terminal of the monitor using the S-VHS or RCA cable.
S-VHS or RCA cable is optional.
2. Connect the Audio (L) and Audio (R) terminals of a DVD, VCR or Camcorder to the monitor's L and
R audio input terminals using audio cables.
3. Select Video or S-Video that is connected to a DVD, VCR or Camcorder using the Source button on
the monitor's front.
4. Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorder with a DVD disc or tape inserted.
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Setup-Connecting to Other Devices

1. Connect the CATV or antenna coaxial cable to the Antenna terminal on the rear of the monitor.
You need to use a coaxial antenna cable.
2. Turn on the monitor.
3. Select TV using Source button among the external signal adjustment buttons.
4. Select a desired TV channel.
As this product is designed for NTSC signals only, you cannot view TV programs in countries
where PAL or SECAM signals are used.
3. Connecting to a Macintosh
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Setup-Connecting to Other Devices
2. Connecting TV
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. Connect the power cord to the DC adapter and then connect the adapter jack to the DC14V power
port on the monitor. (Voltage is automatically adjusted by the power adaptor.)
2. Connect the signal cable to the D-SUB port on the Macintosh computer.
3. For older model Macintoshes, you need to adjust the resolution control DIP switch on the Macintosh
adapter (optional) referring to the switch configuration table shown on its rear.
4. Turn on the monitor and Macintosh.
Contact a local Samsung Electronics service center to buy optional items.
4. Connecting Headphones
You may connect your headphones to the monitor.
1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone-out port.
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Setup-Connecting to Other Devices

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 as appropriate for the operating system you have.
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here.
l
Internet web site :
http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/
(China)
Windows ME| Windows XP/2000
1. Windows ME
Refer to "Installing the Monitor Driver and User Manual" CD-ROM supplied with the monitor.
When inserted into the computer CD drive, the CD-ROM boots up automatically. If it fails to boot up
automatically, click monsetup.exe twice in the CD-ROM drive folder of Windows Explorer.
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver.
2. Click "Windows ME Driver"
3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.
4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.
5. Monitor driver installation is completed.
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Setup-Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic)

2. Windows XP/2000
Refer to "Installing the Monitor Driver and User Manual" CD-ROM supplied with the monitor.
When inserted into the computer CD drive, the CD-ROM boots up automatically. If it fails to boot up
automatically, click monsetup.exe twice in the CD-ROM drive folder of Windows Explorer.
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver.
2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver".
3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.
4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.
5. If you can see following Message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK"
button.
6. 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-monitor.com/
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Setup-Installing 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 as appropriate for the operating system you have.
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here.
l
Internet web site :
http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/
(China)
To install the monitor driver manually, follow the procedures explained below after checking your
operating system.
Windows XP | Windows 2000 | Windows Me | Windows NT | Linux
1. 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.
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Setup-Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)