Samsung SyncMaster 173MP User manual

SyncMaster 173MP

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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
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
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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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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.

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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.
Leave a space for ventilation between the product and the wall.
zPoor ventilation may cause the interior temperature to rise and lead to a
fire.
To prevent rainwater from running along the outdoor antenna cable and
entering the house, be sure the outdoor portion of the cable hangs down
below the point of entry.
zIf rainwater enters the product, it may cause an electric shock or fire.

If you are using an outdoor antenna, be sure to put sufficient distance
between your antenna and the electrical wires nearby so that they would
not come in contact with each other in case the antenna is knocked over
by strong wind.
zA knocked-over antenna may cause injury or an electric shock.
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English > Main > Safety Instructions > Cleaning
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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.
When you remove batteries from the remote, be careful that they are not
swallowed by children. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
zIf swallowed, see a doctor immediately.
When replacing batteries, place the batteries in the correct +/- polarity
position as indicated on battery holder.
zIncorrect polarity may cause a battery to break or leak and could lead to a
fire, injury, or contamination (damage).
Use only specified standard batteries. Do not use new and used batteries
together.
zmay cause a battery to break or leak and could lead to a fire, injury, or
contamination (damage).
Contact a Service Center or Customer Center for interior cleaning once a
year.
zKeep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the
interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or a fire.

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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.
Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.
zBad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.

zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire.
Do not place water containers, chemical products or small metal 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.
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Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.

Keep a proper distance between your eyes and the monitor screen.
zSitting too close to the monitor on a continuous basis may damage
eyesight.
When moving the monitor, turn the power switch off and unplug the power
cord. Make sure that all cables, including the antenna cable and cables
connecting to other devices, are disconnected before moving the monitor.
zFailure to disconnect a cable may damage it and lead to a fire or an
electric shock.
Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the
model.
zInappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality.
17 inch
- 1280 X 1024
Keep the volume at a proper level when you use the headphones.
zExcessively loud volume levels may damage hearing.
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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) Batteries (AAA X 2) Audio Cable
Remote Control Radio Antenna
Option
DVI cable
Contact a local dealer or Samsung call center to buy optional items.

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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. POWER 6. SOURCE
2. CH 7. PIP
3. + VOL - 8. Power indicator
4. MENU 9. Remote Control Sensor
5. ENTER / FM RADIO
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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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.
Remove the cover to connect the cables. (Pull the joining part to remove the cover.)
A. Power Connection Terminal
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.
B. PC Connection Terminal
1. Computer Connection Terminal (DVI)
2. Computer Connection Terminal (15 Pin D-SUB)
C. TV / Audio Connection Terminal
1. TV Connection Terminal
2. RADIO ANT Connection Terminal
3. Audio Connection Terminal
D. AV / EXT.(SCART) Connection Terminal
1. Audio L / R, AV connection terminal
2. S-Video connection terminal
3. Headphone connection terminal
4. EXT.(SCART) connection terminal

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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.
1. Button Names
1. POWER
2. CHANNEL
3. -/--
4. VOL
5. MUTE
6. TTX/MIX
7. MENU
8. ENTER
9. FM
10. CH
11. SOURCE
12. INFO
13. EXIT
14. Up-Down Left-Right Buttons
15. AUTO
16. P.MODE
17. P.SIZE
18. STILL
19. PIP
20. S.MODE
21. DUAL
22. SLEEP
23. SOURCE
24. SIZE
25. POSITION
26. SWAP
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
How to connect the cables
Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.
The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.
1. Connecting to a Computer
1. Connect 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. Connect the signal cable to the PC connecting terminal on your computer.
There are 2 ways to connect the signal cable to your monitor.
Choose one of the followings :
2-1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
Connect the signal cable to the 15 pin D-sub Port on the back of your monitor.
2-2. Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card.
Connect the DVI Cable(DVI-D + DVI-D) to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.
3. Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on the back of your computer.
4. Connect the power cord insert a plug in a wall outlet.
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.)
You may get a blank screen depending on the type of video card you are using, if you connect
simultaneously both the D-sub and DVI cables to one computer.
If you connect properly your monitor using the DVI connector but get a blank or fuzzy screen, check to
see if the monitor status is set to analog. Press Source button to have the monitor double-check the
input signal source.

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Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
base
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to other devices
How to connect the cables
This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or camcorder,
or TV without disconnecting the PC. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices, refer to
User Controls under Adjusting Your Monitor.
The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.
Connecting AV Devices | Connecting TV | Connecting EXT.(SCART)
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 AV 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
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 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.
When using an interior antenna terminal:
Check the antenna terminal on the wall first and connect the antenna cable.
When using an outdoor antenna:
If you are using an outdoor antenna, use a professional for installation if possible.
To connect the RF cable to the antenna input terminal:
Keep the copper wire portion of the RF cable straight.
As this product is designed for PAL or SECAM signals only, you cannot view TV programs in
countries where NTSC signals are used.
Purchase the antenna cable, antenna converter and amplifier at your neighborhood electronics
store.
Is weak signal causing poor reception?
Purchase and install a signal amplifier for better reception.
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Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
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4. Connecting to a Macintosh
1. Connect 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. 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.
3. Connecting EXT.(SCART)
Connect to the DVD Devices input if the device has a DVD connector.You can watch DVD simply by
hooking up the DVD with the monitor as long as the power is on.
1. Connect a video cable between the EXT jacks on the Monitor and the EXT jacks on the DVD
Player.
2. Select COMP using the Video button from the user control buttons.
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Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
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5. Connecting Headphone
You may connect your headphones to the monitor.
1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal.
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Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
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English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor > How to connect the cables
Connecting Your
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing a VESA
base
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting to other devices
How to connect the cables
Remove the cover as shown in the picture.
Connect the cables as shown in the picture.
Replace the cover.