Samsung SyncMaster 172MP User manual

SyncMaster 152MP / 172MP

English > Main > Index
Main Page
Safety Instructions
Notational
Power
Installation
Cleaning
Other
Introduction
Unpacking
Front
Rear
Remote Control
Setup
Connecting Your Monitor
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to Other Devices
Installing the Monitor Driver
Automatic
Manual
Installing a VESA Base
Folding or removing the base
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
PowerSaver
Preset Timing Modes
Information
Service Center
Terms
Regulatory
Natural Color
For Better Display
Authority

English > Main > Safety Instructions > Notational
Notational
Power
Installation
Cleaning
Other
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

English > Main > Safety Instructions> Power
Notational
Power
Installation
Cleaning
Other
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.
Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is
not used for a long period of time.
zFailure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.
zThis may cause a fire.

English > Main > Safety Instructions> Installation
Notational
Power
Installation
Cleaning
Other
Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.
zBad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
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.

English>Main>SafetyInstructions>Cleaning
Notational
Power
Installation
Cleaning
Other
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.
zA 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.
zThis may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.
zIf a foreign substance gets into the monitor, disconnect the plug and then
contact a service center.

English > Main > Safety Instructions> Ohter
Notational
Power
Installation
Cleaning
Other
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.
Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.
zThis 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.
zThis will reduce eye fatigue.
Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor.
zThis may cause an explosion or 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.
Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
zThis may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.
Keep all power adaptors apart.
zPossible fire hazard.

Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source.
zPossible fire hazard.
Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adaptor before use.
zPossible fire hazard.
Always keep power adaptor in well-ventilated area.
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.

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

English > Main > Introduction > Front
Unpacking
Front
Rear
Remote Control
For detailed information concerning the monitor functions, refer to User Controls under Adjusting Your
Monitor. The monitor's front configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model.
1. PC mode button 6. Up-Down button / Channel
button
2. PIP mode button 7. Left-Right button / Volume
button
3. Video mode button 8. Menu button
4. Audio mode button 9. Exit button
5. Power button / Power
indicator 10. Auto 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.

English > Main > Introduction > Rear
Unpacking
Front
Rear
Remote Control
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.
A. PC Connection Terminal
1. Power Connection Terminal (14V DC)
2. Computer Connection Terminal (15 Pin D-SUB)
3. Audio Connection Terminal (Audio (ST))
B. AV Connection Terminal
1. AV right audio / video connection terminal (L,R)
2. S-Video connection terminal
C. Antenna Connection Terminal
(When TV is connected)
D. Headphone connection terminal

English > Main > Introduction > Remote Control
Unpacking
Front
Rear
Remote Control
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 | Usage
1. Button Names
1. Power button
2. PC mode button
3. PIP(Picture-in-Picture) mode button
4. Video mode button
5. Audio mode button
6. PIP Position button
7. PIP Size button
8. Up-Down button / Channel button
9. Left-Right button / Volume button
10. Menu button
11. Exit button
12. Mute 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 (Not supported)
2. Replacing Batteries
1. Slide out the cover pressing part marked .
2. Insert the batteries matching their polarities (+, -).
3. Slide in the cover.

English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor > Connecting to a Computer
Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
base
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to other devices
Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.
1. 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.

English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor > Connecting to other devices
Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
base
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to other devices
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 Controls under
Adjusting Your Monitor.
Connecting AV Devices | Connecting TV | Connecting to a Macintosh | Connecting Headphone
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. Input devices such as DVDs, VCRs or Camcorders are connected to the Video or S-Video terminal
of the monitor using the RCA or S-VHS cable.
S-VHS or RCA cable is optional.
2. Connect the Audio (R) and Audio (L) 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.
2. Connecting TV (Connect a TV tuner box(option) )
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.

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.
3. 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.

4. Connecting Headphone
You may connect your headphones to the monitor.
1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone-out port.

English > Main > Setup > Installing the Monitor Driver > Automatic
Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
base
A
utomatic
Manual
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.
zInternet 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.

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 a certified MS logo. This installation will not damage your system.
The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage
http://www.samsung-monitor.com/

English > Main > Setup > Installing the Monitor Driver > Manual
Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
base
A
utomatic
Manual
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.
zInternet 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.

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.
8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click
"OK" button.