Samsung SyncMaster 172T User manual

SyncMaster 172B/172T

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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
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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

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Safety Instructions
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.
•This may cause an electric shock or fire.
•Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug
with wet hands.
•This may cause an electric shock or fire.
•Use only a properly grounded plug and recepticle.
•An 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.
•Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.
Power

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Safety Instructions
•Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or
lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time.
•Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.
•Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an
outlet.
•This may cause a fire.
Power

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Safety Instructions
•Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.
•Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
•Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a
minimum of dust.
•An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.
•Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
•This may cause damage to the product or human body.
•Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.
•The monitor can cause injury by falling.
•Set down the monitor carefully.
•It could be damaged or broken.
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Safety Instructions
•Do not place the monitor face down.
•The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.
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Safety Instructions
•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.
•A 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.
•This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.
•If a foreign substance gets into the monitor, disconnect the plug and
then contact a service center.
Clean
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly
moistened, soft fabric.

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Safety Instructions
•Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts
inside.
•This may cause an electric shock or a fire.
•Refer 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 deal-
er or service.
•This may cause an electric shock or a fire.
•Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.
•This 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.
•This will reduce eye fatigue.
•Do not use or store inflammable substances near the
monitor.
•This may cause an explosion or fire.
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Safety Instructions
•Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or
the signal cable.
•This 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.
•This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage
to the cable.
•Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
•This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.
Other

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Introduction
Unpacking
(SyncMaster 172B)
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact
your dealer.
Unpacking
Monitor
VESA Mounting Bracket
D-Sub Cable Quick Setup Guide
Power Cord Warranty Card
(Not available in all locations)
DC-Adapter
User's Guide and Driver
Installation CD
For Multimedia model (Option)
Multimedia Speaker Stand Sound Cables

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Introduction
Unpacking
(SyncMaster 172T)
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact
your dealer.
Unpacking
Monitor
VESA Mounting Bracket
D-Sub Cable Quick Setup Guide
DVI Cable (Option) Warranty Card
(Not available in all
locations)
Power Cord
DC-Adapter
User's Guide and Driver
Installation CD
SOG cable KIT(Option)
For Multimedia model (Option)
Multimedia Speaker Stand Sound Cables

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Introduction
Front
1. Auto button Use this button to auto adjustment direct access.
2. Exit button Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.
3. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.
4. Menu button Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.
5. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.
6. 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.
(SyncMaster 172B)

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Introduction
Front
(SyncMaster 172T)
1. Auto button Use this button to auto adjustment direct access.
2. Exit button
Source button
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.
When push the 'Source' button, then Selects the Video signal while the OSD
is off. (When the Source button is pressed to change the input mode, a
message appears in the center of the screen displaying the current mode --
analog or digital input signal.)
Note:If you select the Digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the
graphic card with a digital port using the DVI cable.
3. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.
4. Menu button Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.
5. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.(When the power is turned on, a
message appears in the center of the screen displaying the current mode --
analog or digital input signal.)
6. 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
Rear
(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 port Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of
your monitor.
Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
(SyncMaster 172B)

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Introduction
Rear
(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 port Connect the touchscreen cable to an available serial communication
(COM) port on the back of your computer.
3. DVI port Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.
Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
(SyncMaster 172T)

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Setup
Connecting Your Monitor
(SyncMaster 172B)
Setup-General
1. Connect the DC Adapter 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. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.
3. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.
4. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac
adaptor.
5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.

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Setup
Connecting Your Monitor
(SyncMaster 172T)
Setup-General
1. Connect the DC Adapter 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. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.
3. Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.
4. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.
5. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac
adaptor.
6. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.

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Setup
1. PC sound connection terminal (Input)
2. Headphone connection terminal (Output)
3. Volume
4. To listen in privacy,connect headphones here.
5. Connect a sound cable from the input source (sound card,computer,CD-ROM drive).
Connecting Your Monitor
Setup-For Multimedia model

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Setup
Attaching a base
NOTE: This monitor accepts a 100mm x 100mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
Squeeze the folded monitor stand into the VESA mounting bracket. Then fasten it using the
four supplied nuts with the monitor, mounting pad and VESA mounting bracket aligned.
1. VESA Mounting Brkt
2. Mounting interface pad
Attaching a base (Option)