Samsung SyncMaster 153S, 173S, 193S, 174V, 175V User manual

SyncMaster 153S/173S/193S/174V/175V

User’s Manual
Index
Main Page On-Screen Display
Safety Instructions Troubleshooting
Notational Check List
Power Q & A
Installation Self-Test Feature Check
Cleaning
Other
Introduction Specifications
Unpacking General Specifications
Front PowerSaver
Rear Preset Display Modes
Setup Information
Connecting Your Monitor Service
Installing the Monitor Driver Terms
Automatic Regulatory
Manual Natural Color
Installing VESA compliant mounting For Better Display
Authority

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Safety Instructions
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment.
Notational
Warning/Caution
Notation Conventions
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

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.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet
hands.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
zAn 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.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.
zThis may cause a fire.
Power
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Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of
dust.
zAn electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
zThis may cause damage to the product or human body.
Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.
zThe monitor can cause injury by falling.
Set down the monitor carefully.
zIt could be damaged or broken.
Do not place the monitor face down.
zThe TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.
Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional.
zInstallation by unqualified personnel may result in injury.
zAlways use the mounting device specified in the owner's manual.
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Installation

When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a
slightly moistened, soft fabric.
Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor.
zThis may cause damage, electric shock or a 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 with a dry cloth.
zA dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire.
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Clean

Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
zThis may cause an electric shock or a fire.
zRefer 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.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Be careful not to let water drip into the monitor or expose the
monitor to moisture.
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire.
zEspecially avoid operating the monitor near water or outdoors
where it 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.
zThe monitor may malfunction, causing an electric shock or a fire.
zThen contact the Service Center.
Keep the power off when there is thunder and lightening outside, or
let the monitor remain unused for an extended period of time.
zThe monitor may malfunction, causing an electric shock or a fire.
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or the signal
cable.
zThis 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.
zThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to
damage to the cable.
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Other

objects on the monitor.
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire.
zIf a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord
and contact the Service Center.
Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor.
zThis may cause an explosion or fire.
Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
zThis may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.
Do not insert metal objects such as utensils, wire or drill bits, or
things that catch fire easily, such as pieces of paper or matches,
into the vents or the headphone or A/V ports on the monitor.
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire.
zAlways contact the Service Center if foreign substances/objects
enter into the monitor.
If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual
image or blurriness may appear.
zChange the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to moving
picture when you need to be away from the monitor for an extended
period of time.
Be careful when adjusting the stand angle.
zApplying too much force may cause the monitor topple over or fall,
resulting in injury.
zYour hand or finger(s) may get caught between the monitor and the
stand, causing injury.
Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the
model.
zInappropriate levels of resolution and frequency may damage your
eyesight.
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
15 inch - 1024 x 768
17,18,19 inch - 1280 x 1024
17 inch wide - 1280 x 768
21 inch - 1600 x 1200
24 inch - 1920 x 1200

zSitting too close to the monitor on a continuous basis may damage
eyesight.
Keep a proper distance between your eyes and the monitor screen.
Keep the volume at a proper level when you use the headphones.
zExcessively loud volume levels may damage hearing.

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Introduction
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing,
contact your dealer.
Monitor and Stand
Power Cord
Signal Cable
Quick Setup Guide
Warranty Card
(Not available in all locations)
User's Guide and Driver Installation CD
Unparking

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Introduction
Front
1. Auto button /
Exit button
Use this button to auto adjustment direct access. /
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.
2. Menu button Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.
3. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.
4. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.
a. Power indicator This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as
the monitor saves your adjustments.
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.

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Introduction
(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)
1. Power port :Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port
on the back of the monitor.
2. Signal cable :Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port.
(video board, video card or graphics card)
Note :See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
Rear

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Setup
Connecting Your Monitor
1. Power su
pp
l
y
zConnect 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.
2. Connectin
g
to a com
p
ute
r
zConnect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your Computer.
3. Connectin
g
to a new Macintosh
zConnect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.
4. Connectin
g
to an old Macintosh
zConnect your monitor to the Macintosh using the adapter for Macintosh (sold separately).
5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is
com
p
lete.

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Setup
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.
?
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
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
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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Windows XP/2000
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
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.
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/
6. Monitor driver installation is completed.

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Setup
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.
?
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)
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..".

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Setup
4. Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab.
5. Click "Update Driver.." and select "Install from a list or.." then click "Next" button.
6. Select "Don't search ,I will.." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk".
7. Click the "Browse
" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model
list and click the "Next" button.

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Setup
8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway
" button. Then click
"OK" button.
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/
9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.

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10. Monitor driver installation is completed.
Microsoft®Windows®2000 Operating System
When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor, follow these steps.
1. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window.
2. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window.
3. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open" button and then click "OK" button.
How to install
1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".
2. Double click the "Display" Icon.
3. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..".
4. Choose "Monitor".
5. Click "Driver" and then click on "Update Driver.." then click on the "Next" button.
6. Choose "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific
driver" then click "Next" and then click "Have disk".
7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver).
8. Click the "Open" button, then click "OK" button.
9. Choose your monitor model and click the "Next" button then click "Next" button.
10. Click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button.
If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes"button. And
click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button.
Case1: If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured.
Please stop installation
Case2: If the "Properties" button is active, click the "Properties" button then follow next steps
continually.

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8.
Click the "
Have Disk
" button
9. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button.
10. Select "Show all devices" and choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you
connected to your computer and click "OK".
11. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the Display Properties
dialogue box.
(You can get some other screen for warning message or others, then click the appreciate
option for your monitor.)
8.
Click the "
Have Disk
" button
Microsoft®Windows®Millennium Operating System
1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".
2. Double click "Display" icon.
3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.
4. Select the "Monitor" tab.
5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area.
6. Choose "Specify the location of the driver".
7. Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location.." then click "Next" button.
Microsoft®Windows®NT Operating System
1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click Display icon.
2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click All Display
Modes.
3. Select a mode that you wish to use (Resolution, Number of colors and Vertical frequency) and
then click OK.
4. Click Apply button if you see the screen working normally after clicking Test. If the screen is
not normal, change to a different mode (lower mode of resolution, colors or frequency).
Linux Operating System
To execute X-Window, you need to make the X86Config file, which is a type of system setting file.
1. Press Enter at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file.
2. The third screen is for setting your mouse.
3. Set a mouse for your computer.
4. The next screen is for selecting a keyboard.
5. Set a Keyboard for your computer.
6. The next screen is for setting your monitor.
7. First of all, set ahorizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency
directly.)
8. Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.)
9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual execution
of X-Window.
10. You have finished setting up your monitor.
Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware.