Samsung SyncMaster 172MP User manual

http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)
BN68-00150L-00
SyncMaster 152MP/172MP

Safety Instructions
Unpacking Your Monitor
Setting up Your Monitor
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting AV Devices
Connecting TV(Connect a TV tuner box(option) )
Connecting to a Macintosh
Connecting Headphones
Adjusting Your Monitor
Monitor Buttons
Remote Control Buttons
Direct-Access Features
PC Screen
TV Screen
Video Screen
OSD Control
PowerSaver
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Display Modes
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Contents
English

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Safety Instructions
1. Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
2. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
3. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
4. Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon them, which could cause damage.
5. Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time.
6. Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.
7. Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.
8. Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust.
9. Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
10. Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.
11. Set down the monitor carefully.
12. Do not place the monitor face down.
13. Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor.
14. Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth.
15. If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth.
16. Do not set a glass of water, chemicals or any small metal objects on the monitor.
17. Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
18. 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.
19. Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.
20. For each hour of looking at the monitor, you should let your eyes rest for 5 minutes.
21. Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor.
22. Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or the signal cable.
23. Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable.
24. Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
25. Keep all power adaptors apart.
26. Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source.
27. Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adaptor before use.
28. Always keep power adaptor in well- ventilated area.
29. If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual image or blurriness may appear.

Monitor
Power Cord
Signal Cable(15 pin D-Sub)
Natural Color and
Driver Installation CD
Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) TV Tuner Box
Sold separately
User’s Manual
DC-Adapter Audio Cable
Unpacking Your Monitor
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Setting up Your Monitor
Connecting to a Computer
1. Connect the power cord to the DC adapter and connect the adapter jack to the
DC 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. Turn on both your computer and the monitor.
5. 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.
DC
POWER Video Audio(ST)
PC

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Setting up Your Monitor
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. Input devices such as DVDs, VCRs or Camcorders are connected to the S-Video
terminal of the monitor using the RCA or S-VHS cable.
S-VHS or RCA cable is optional.
2. Connect the Audio (L) and Audio (R) terminals of a DVD, VCR or Camcorders to the
monitor's R and L audio input terminals using audio cables.
3. Select Video or S-Video that is connected to a DVD, VCR or Camcorders using the
Source button on the monitor's front.
4. Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorders with a DVD disc or tape inserted.
Audio(R) Audio(L) Video S-Video
AV

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Setting up Your Monitor
Connecting TV (Connect a TV tuner box(option) )
1. Connect the antenna or the cable box to the TV tuner box(option), using the
"ANTENNA" terminal on the tuner box.
2. Remove the TV Tuner Box cover from the rear of the monitor.
3. Insert the connected tuner box into the slot and firmly tighten the two screws using a
coin to lock the box in place.
(Loose screws may cause a blank screen or picture noise)
4. Replace the TV Tuner Box cover.
5. Turn on the monitor.
6. Select TV using Source button among the external signal adjustment buttons.
7. Select a desired TV channel.
As this product is designed for PAL or SECAM signals only, you cannot view
TV programs in countries where NTSC signals are used.
With a TV tuner box(option), you can watch TV simply by hooking up the monitor to an antenna or to
your cable box. There is no need to buy a TV card which connects to a PC, or additional hardware or
software.

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Setting up Your Monitor
Connecting to a Macintosh
1. Connect the power cord to the DC adapter and then connect the adapter jack to the
DC 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.
DC
POWER Video Audio(ST)
PC
New Model
Older Model
Adapter
(Not included)

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Setting up Your Monitor
Connecting Headphones
1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone-out port.
You may connect your headphones to the monitor.

Adjusting Your Monitor
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Monitor Buttons
| Source Buttons |
1. PC mode button
Switches from Video mode to PC mode.
2. PIP mode button
In PC Mode, turns on Video or TV screens in PIP mode. Using this function,
you may view a Video or TV program while performing PC work.
(PIP mode button works in PC mode only.)
To switch Screen modes:[PC + TV] [PC + Video] [PC + S-Video]
3. Video mode button
Switches from PC mode to Video mode.
The image size automatically switches to Full when Video mode is on.
To switch Screen modes: [TV] [Video] ] [S-Video]
4. Audio mode button
Adjusts Audio mode. You may switch to the Audio signal for the current
display mode when the wrong audio is playing.
To switch Screen modes: [PC ] [TV] [Video]
| Control Buttons |
5. Power button / Power indicator
Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.
Power Indicator shows PowerSaver mode by green blinking.
6. + CH / - CH button
Moves from one menu item to another vertically or adjusts selected menu values.
In TV mode, selects TV channels.
7. VOL - / VOL + button
Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected menu values.
Also adjusts the audio volume.
8. Menu ( ) button
Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.
9. Exit button
Exit button exits from the menu screen or closes screen adjustment menu.
10. Auto button
Auto button adjusts the screen automatically.