Samsung SyncMaster 204BM User manual

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SyncMaster 204BM

Notational
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
the equipment.
Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times
Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet
Do not touch Ground to prevent an electric shock
Power
When not used for an extended period of time, set your computer to DPM.
If using a screen saver, set it to active screen mode.
The images here are for reference only, and are not applicable in all cases (or countries).

Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
zAn improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
(Class l Equipment only.)
Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose.
zA bad connection may cause fire.
Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon
them, which could cause damage.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to one outlet.
zThis may cause fire.
Do not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor.
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A
surge may be caused by the separation and may damage the monitor.
Do not use the power cord when the connector or plug is dusty.
zIf the connector or plug of the power cord is dusty, clean it with a dry
cloth.
zUsing the power cord with a dusty plug or connector may cause electric
shock or fire.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out
from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily
operable.

zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
Installation
Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center, when installing your monitor in
a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed
to chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as at airports,
train stations etc.
Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your monitor.
Place your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of
dust.
zFailure to do so may cause electric shock or fire inside the monitor.
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
zThis may cause damage to the product or the person carrying it.
Install the monitor base in a showcase or shelf so that the end of the
base does not protrude from the showcase or shelf.
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or the person
carrying it.
Do not place the product on an unstable or small surface area.
zPlace the product on an even and stable surface, as the product may fall
and cause harm to someone walking by, specifically children.
Do not place the product on the floor.
zTake care, as someone, specifically children may trip over it.
TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF FIRE, KEEP CANDLES OR OTHER OPEN
FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES.
zOtherwise, this may cause fire.

Keep any heating devices away from the power cable.
zA melted coating may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a
bookshelf, closet, etc.
zAny increase in the internal temperature may cause fire.
Put down the monitor carefully.
zFailing to do so may damage the monitor.
Do not place the monitor face down.
zThis may damage the TFT-LCD surface.
The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional.
zInstalling the bracket by unqualified personnel may result in injury.
zAlways use the mounting device specified in the owner's manual.
When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall
(more than 10 cm/4 inches ) for ventilation purposes.
zPoor ventilation may cause an increase in the internal temperature of the
product, resulting in a shortened component life and degraded
performance.
Keep the plastic packaging (bag) out of children's reach.
zThe plastic packaging (bag) may cause suffocation if children play with
it.
Clean
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with

a slightly moistened, soft fabric.
Do not spray water or detergent directly onto the monitor.
zThis may cause damage, electric shock or 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 using a dry cloth.
zA dirty connector may cause electric shock or fire.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product.
zOtherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and wipe the product using
a soft, dry cloth.
zDo not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners,
insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent.
Contact the SAMSUNG customer care 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 a malfunction or fire.
Others
Do not remove the cover (or back).
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
zRefer to a qualified servicing company.
If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there is any

unusual sound or smell coming from the monitor - unplug it immediately
and contact an authorized dealer or the Service Center.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire.
Keep the product away from places exposed to oil, smoke or moisture;
do not install inside a vehicle.
zThis may cause a malfunction, electric shock or fire.
zIn particular, avoid operating the monitor near water or outdoors where
the monitor 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. Then contact the Service Center .
zThe monitor may malfunction, causing electric shock or fire.
Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightning or if it is
not used for a long period of time.
zFailure to do so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal
cable.
zThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or 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 fire due to damage to
the cable.
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 objects
on the monitor.
zThis may cause malfunction, electric shock or fire.
zIf a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord and
contact the Service Center.
Keep the product away from combustible chemical sprays or
inflammable substances.
zThis may cause an explosion or fire.

Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
zThis may cause electric shock, fire or injury.
Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and tools or
inflammable objects such as paper or matches into the vent, headphone
port or AV ports or etc.
zThis may cause electric shock or fire. If an alien substances or water
enters the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector
from the wall outlet and contact the Service Center.
When viewing a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual
image or blurriness may appear.
zChange the mode to energy saving mode or set a screensaver to a
changing picture when away from the monitor for an extended period of
time.
Adjust the resolution and frequency to the level appropriate for the
model.
zAn inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality.
20 inch (51 cm) 1600 X 1200
Keep the volume at a comfortable level when using the headphones.
zExcessively loud volume level may damage hearing.
Viewing the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in
damage to your eyesight.
To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of
using the monitor.
Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location
prone to vibrations.
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or the person
carrying it. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may
shorten the lifetime of the product or may cause the product to catch fire.
When moving the monitor, turn off and unplug the power cord.
Make sure that all cables, including the antenna cable and cables

connected to other devices, are disconnected before moving the
monitor.
zFailure to disconnect cables may damage it and cause fire or electric
shock.
Place the product out of children's reach, as they could damage by
hanging onto it.
zA falling product may cause injury to the person or even fatality.
When not using the product for an extended period of time, keep the
product unplugged.
zOtherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or
degraded insulation, causing electric shock or fire.
Do not place your children's favorite toys or any other objects of interest
on the product.
zChildren may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The
product could fall, causing injury or even fatality.
When lifting up or moving the monitor, do not lift the monitor upside
down while holding only the stand.
zThis may cause your monitor to fall, and become damaged or cause
personal injury.
Good Postures When Using the Monitor
Try to maintain a good posture when using the monitor.
zKeep your back straight.
zKeep a distance of about 45 ~ 50 cm between your eyes and
the monitor screen. Look at the screen from slightly above it,
and have the monitor directly in front of you.
zTilt the monitor upwards by 10 ~20 degrees. Adjust the monitor
height so that the top of the monitor is slightly below eye level.
zAdjust the monitor angle so that there is no reflected light on
the screen.Try to maintain your arms perpendicular to your
armpits.
zKeep your arms level with the back of your hands.
zKeep the angle of the elbow perpendicular.
zKeep the angle of the knees at more than 90 degree. Do not let
your feet fall up from the floor. Adjust the arm position so that it
is below the heart.

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local deale
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Without Stand
Monito
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With Stand
HAS Stand
Manual

Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card
(Not available in all locations)
User's Guide, Monitor Driver,
Natural Color, MagicTune™,
Ma
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icRotation software
Cable
D-Sub Cable Power Cord
A
udio Cable
Sold se
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DVI Cable Set-Bracket Screws
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Front

MENU button [ ]
Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return
to the previous menu.
MagicBright button
[]
MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing
environment depending on the contents of the image you are
watching. Currently seven different modes are available:
Custom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport and Movie, Dynamic
Contrast. Each mode has its own pre-configured brightness
value. You can easily select one of seven settings by simply
pressing MagicBright control button.
1) Custom
Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers,
the pre-configured values may not be comfortable for your
eyes depending on your taste.
If this is the case, adjust the brightness and contrast by using
the OSD menu.
2) Text
For documentations or work involving a lot of text.
3) Internet
For working with a mixture of images such as text and
graphics.
4) Game
For watching motion pictures such as a game.
5) Sport
For watching motion pictures such as a sport.
6) Movie
For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.
7) Dynamic Contrast
Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of
inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast.
>>Click here to see an animation clip
Volume button[ ]
When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust
volume.
Adjust buttons Adjust items in the menu.

[]
Enter button [ ] /
Source button
Activates a highlighted menu item. /
Push the ' ', 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 upper left 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's DVI port using the DVI cable.
AUTO button When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen
appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto
adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming
Analog signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are
adjusted automatically. (Available in Analog mode only)
>>Click here to see an animation clip
Power button [ ] /
Power indicator
Use this button for turn the monitor on and off. /
This light glows Blue during normal operation, and blinks Blue
once as the monitor saves your adjustments.
Headphone
connection terminal [
]
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.
Rear
(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)
HAS Stand
1. POWER ON/OFF Switch :
Use this button for turn the monitor on and off
2. POWER port : Power cord, plugs into monitor and wall
receptacle.

DVI IN port : Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN port on the
back of your monitor. (SOURCE: Digital)
RGB IN port :Connect the signal cable to the RGB IN port on
the back of your monitor. (SOURCE: Analog)
Kensington Lock : The Kensington lock is a device used to
physically fix the system to something when using it in a public
place. (The locking device has to be purchased separately.)
For using a locking device, contact the place of purchase.
Stand Stopper: Remove the fixing pin on the stand to lift the
monitor up and down.

Cable Fix Ring:
When connecting the cable is finished
fix the cables to the Cable Fix Ring.
AUDIO IN:
Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on
the back of your computer.
See Connecting the Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

Connectin
g
the Monitor
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.
Use appropriate connection for your computer.
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.
[ RGB IN ]
Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card.
Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN port on the back of your monitor.
[ DVI IN ]
Connected to a Macintosh.
Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-sub connection cable.
If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them.
Cable Fix Ring
When connecting the cable is finished fix the cables to the
Cable Fix Ring.

Usin
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the Stand
Removin
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the base
HAS Stand
1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord.
2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the
screen.
3. Remove screws
(
A
)
and then remove the Stand from the LCD monitor.
Swivel stand

Using ( ),You can swivel the monitor left and right at an angle of 350° to set the
monitor lengthwise. The rubber under the stand is to avoid the monitor slide.
When you try to rotate the monitor in the state of the power cord or cable
connecting to the monitor, the power cord of cable can be destroyed.
Tilt an
g
le
Using ( ), You can adjust the tilt anlgle within a range of -5°(±1.0) forward to 17°
(±1.0) backward for the most comfortable viewing angle.
Pivot Stand / HAS Stand

A.Stand Stopper
The Auto Rotation may not be supported depend on the monitor model.
If you rotate the screen without lifting it to its maximum height, the screen may be
damaged because the edge of the screen would hit the floor.
Attaching a Base
This monitor accepts a 100 mm x 100 mmVESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
HAS Stand
A. Monitor
B. Mounting interface pad (Sold separately)
1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord.
2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the
screen.
3. Remove screws and then remove the Stand from the LCD monitor.
4. Align the mounting interface Pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it
with four screws that came with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other base.
zDo not use screws longer than the standard dimension, as they may damage the inside

of the Monitor.
zFor wall mounts that do not comply with VESA standard screw specifications, the length
of the screws may differ depending on their specifications.
zDo not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications.
Do not fasten the screws too tightly, as this may damage the product or cause the
product to fall, leading to personal injury.
Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents.
zSamsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-
specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation
instructions.
zTo mount the monitor on a wall, you should purchase the wall mounting kit that allows
you to mount the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wall surface.
zContact the nearest Samsung Service Center for more information. Samsung
Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused by using a base other than
those specified.
zPlease use Wall Mount according to the International standards.
Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic)
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 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.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China)
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click "Windows"
3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.
4. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button.
Then click "OK" button. (Microsoft®Windows®XP Operating System)