Samsung SyncMaster 275TPLUS User manual

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LCD MONITOR
quick start guide
275TPLUS

Packa
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e Contents
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local dealer to buy optional items.
Un
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Without Stand
Monitor
With Stand
Monitor & Sliding Stand
Manual

Quick Setup Guide
Warranty Card
(Not available in all
locations)
User's Guide, Monitor Driver,
Natural Color,
MagicTune™
Cable
Power Cord D-sub Cable USB Cable
Others
Cleaning Cloth
This is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature.
Sold se
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S-Video Cable Video Cable Component Cable
HDMI Cable DVI-D Cable
S
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Speaker RCA to stereo cable
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Front
MENU button [ ] Opens the OSD menu.
Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
Adjust buttons [ ] These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu.
PC/DVI(PC) :
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,
Sports, Movie and Dynamic CR. 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 to 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 works involving heavy text.
3) Internet
For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics.
4) Game
For watching motion pictures such as a game.
5) Sports
For watching motion pictures such as a Sports.
6) Movie
For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.
7) Dynamic CR
Dynamic CR is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual
signal and adjust to create optimum contrast.
>> Click here to see an animation clip
AV /S-
Video/Component /HDMI :
Mode button
The Monitor has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard",
"Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory. You can activate
either Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom. You can select "Custom"
which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings.
1) Dynamic

Select this mode to view a sharper image than in "Standard" mode.
2) Standard
Select this mode when the surroundings are bright. This also provides a
sharp image.
3) Movie
Select this mode when the surroundings are dark.
This will save power and reduce eye fatigue.
4) Custom
Select this mode when you want to adjust the image according to your
preferences.
>> Click here to see an animation clip
Brightness button [ ] When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness.
>> Click here to see an animation clip
Enter button [ ] /
SOURCE button
Activates a highlighted menu item. /
Push the ' ', then selects the video signal while the OSD is off. (When
the button is pressed to change the input mode, a message appears
in the upper left of the screen displaying the current mode -- PC, DVI, AV,
S-Video, Component and HDMI input signal.)
>> Click here to see an animation clip
Changing the source is only allowed for external devices that are
connected to the monitor at the time.
AUTO button (Available in PC mode only)
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 video signal. The values of fine,
coarse and position are adjusted automatically.
>> Click here to see an animation clip
PIP button ( Available in PC/DVI Mode Only )
In PC or DVI Mode, turns on Video screens in PIP Mode.
You can view a picture from AV, S-Video, or Component through the PIP
screen in PC and DVI mode.
Power button [ ] Turns the monitor On/Off.
Power indicator This will enable you to see the overall power status of the system. For more
information, see the PowerSaver section.
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.
Rea
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The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.
POWER S/W / POWER
POWER S/W
: Switch the monitor on and off.
POWER
: Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER
port on the back of the monitor.
HDMI IN / DVI IN(HDCP) / RGB IN
HDMI IN
: Connect the HDMI IN terminal at the back of your monitor
to the HDMI terminal of your digital output device using a
HDMI cable.
DVI IN(HDCP)
: Connect the DVI cable to the DVI IN(HDCP) port
on the back of your monitor.
RGB IN
: Connect the RGB IN terminal at the back of your monitor to
your computer.
VIDEO IN / S-VIDEO IN / AUDIO POWER / AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
: External device (video) input terminal
S-VIDEO IN
: External device (S-video) input terminal
A
UDIO POWER (DC 12V )
: Connect the speaker power line connected to the speaker
to the AUDIO POWER terminal of the monitor.
A
UDIO OUT
: When connecting an external device to your monitor using
an HDMI cable, you must connect the AUDIO OUT terminal
of your monitor and the SPK terminal (yellowish green -
sound input terminal) of the dedicated speaker using a
stereo cable to hear audio from the HDMI screen.
USB connection terminal
UP (USB upstream port)
: Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port
of the computer with the USB cable.
DOWN (USB downstream port)
: Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a
USB device with the USB cable.
To use DOWN (Downstream Port), you have to connect
the UP (Upstream Cable ) to the PC.
Make sure to use the USB cable supplied with this monitor to
connect the monitor's UP port and your computer's USB
port.
COMPONENT IN
zConnect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to
the Y, PB,PRinput ports using a component video cable (Y,
PB,PR).

Kensington Lock
zThe Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the
system when using it in a public place.
(The locking device has to be purchased separately.)
For using a locking device, contact where you purchase it.
Stand Stopper
zRemove the fixing pin on the stand to lift the monitor up and
down.
See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.

Connectin
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Cables
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 a connection appropriate for your computer.
Using the RGB (Analog) connector on the video card.
- Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, RGB IN 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(HDCP) port on the back of your monitor.
[ DVI IN(HDCP) ]
Connected to a Macintosh.
Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the RGB IN connection cable.
If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them.
Connectin
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USB
You can use a USB device such as a mouse, keyboard, Memory Stick, or external hard
disk drive by connecting them to the DOWN port of the monitor without connecting
them to the PC.

The USB port of the monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0.
High speed Full speed Low speed
Data Rate 480 Mbps 12 Mbps 1.5 Mbps
Power Consumption 2.5 W
(Max., each port)
2.5 W
(Max., each port)
2.5 W
(Max., each port)
Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer with the USB cable.
To use DOWN port, you have to connect the UP (Upstream Cable) to the PC.
Make sure to use the USB cable supplied with this monitor to connect the monitor's
UP port and your computer's USB port.
Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device with the USB cable.
The use procedures are as the same as those for using an external device connecting to the PC.
zYou can connect and use a keyboard and mouse.
zYou can play a file from a media device.
(Examples of media devices: MP3, digital camera, etc.)
zYou can run, move, copy or delete the files on the storage device.
(Examples of storage devices: external memory, memory card, memory reader, HDD-type
MP3 player, etc.)
zYou can use other USB devices that can be connected to a computer.
When connecting a device to the DOWN port of the monitor, connect the device
using a cable appropriate to the device.
(For the purchase of the cable and external devices, ask the service center of the
corresponding product.)
The company is not liable for problems or damages to an external device caused by
using an unauthorized cable for the connection.
Some products do not follow the USB standard, and it may cause a malfunction of the
device.
If the device malfunctions even if it is connected to the computer, contact the service
center of the device/computer.

Connectin
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a S
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When connecting a speaker, be careful that the grooves of the monitor and the speaker .
( )are aligned with each other.
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djust the aligned positions until you hear a ‘click’. If a speaker is connected correctly,
you can hear a ‘click’.If a speaker is connected without you hearing a ‘click’, the holding
part may become damaged.
If you need to separate, please pull ( ) a little and push to the right.
MIC / SPK
Connect the red cable of the cables provided when the speaker was purchased to the audio
output terminal at the back of the computer.
Connect the other end of the cable to the red terminal at the back of the speaker.
Connect the light green cable of the cables provided when purchasing the speaker to the
A
UDIO OUT.
Connect the other end of the cable to the light green terminal at the back of the speaker.
/

Connect a headphone to the black terminal at the right of the speaker.
Connect a microphone to the red terminal at the right of the speaker.
By turning part ( + , - ) in the direction shown in the figure below, the speaker turns on and the
volume increases.
Connect the power line connected to the speaker to the black terminal of the monitor.
This speaker is not connected to an external power source. It is connected to a monitor for the
required power.
Connectin
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to Other devices
This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR
or a camcorder without disconnecting the PC.
The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.
Connectin
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AV Devices
The monitor has AV connection terminals to connect AV input devices like DVD, VCR or
Camcorder. You may enjoy AV signals as long as the monitor is turned on.
Input devices such as DVD, VCR or Camcorder are connected to the VIDEO IN or S-VIDEO IN
terminal of the monitor using the RCA or S-Video cable.
Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorder with a DVD disc or tape inserted.
Select AV or S-Video using the ' ' button.
To hear sound, refer to the Connection section of your conncted external device manual .
Connectin
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DVD/DTV Set To
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Box
Connect to the DVD/DTVSet Top Box input if the device has a DVD/DTV connector.
You can watch Component simply by hooking up the Component with the monitor as
long as the power is on.

Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to the PR, PB, Y input ports using a
component video cable (PR, PB, Y).
Then, start the DVD with a DVD disc inserted.
Select Component using the ' ' button.
To hear sound, refer to the Connection section of your conncted external device manual .
Connectin
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HDMI
You cannot connect a PC to the HDMI IN terminal.
Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the HDMI IN terminal of the monitor using the
HDMI cable. When all the connections are completed, connect the power cords for the monitor
and DVD (or the device connected to the digital output terminal).
Select HDMI using the ' ' button.
To listen to sound via an external device, refer to the information in its user manual on how to
connect the device.
To listen to sound using a dedicated speaker (optional), connect the power cable from the
speaker to the AUDIO POWER terminal of the monitor and then connect the AUDIO OUT terminal
of the monitor and the SPK (light green) terminal of the speaker using a stereo cable.
Usin
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the Stand

Slidin
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stand
Stand Stopper
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
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Using ( ), You can adjust the tilt anlgle within a range of 3° forward to 25° backward for
the most comfortable viewing angle.
Attachin
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a Base
This monitor accepts a 200 mm x 100 mm VESA-compliant Mounting interface pad.
Monitor
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 four 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 accordin
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to the International standards.

Check List
Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see
if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance,
please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer.
Symptom Check List Solutions
No images on the
screen.
I cannot turn on
the monitor.
Is the power cord
connected
properly?
Check the power cord connection and supply.
Can you see
"Check signal
cable" on the
screen?
(Connected using the D-sub cable)
Check the signal cable connection.
(Connected using the DVI cable)
If you still see an error message on the screen when the
monitor is connected properly, check to see if the monitor
status is set to analog.
Press ' ' button to have the monitor double-check the
input signal source.
If the power is on,
reboot the computer
to see the initial
screen(the login
screen), which can
be seen.
If the initial screen (the login screen) appears, boot the
computer in the applicable mode (the safe mode for
Windows ME/XP/2000) and then change the frequency of
the video card.
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes)
If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear,
contact the Service Center or your dealer.
Can you see "Not
Optimum Mode",
"Recommended
Mode 1920 x 1200
60 Hz" on the
screen?
You can see this message when the signal from the
video card exceeds the maximum resolution and
frequency that the monitor can handle properly.
Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the
monitor can handle properly.
If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a "Not Optimum
Mode", "Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz"
message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the
display will work properly but the "Not Optimum Mode",
"Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz" message
appears for one minute and then disappears.
Please change to the recommended mode during this
one-minute period.
(The message is displayed again if the system is
rebooted.)

There is no image
on the screen.
Is the power
indicator on the
monitor blinking at 1
second intervals?
The monitor is in PowerSaver mode.
Press a key on the keyboard to activate the monitor and
restore the image on the screen.
If there is still no image, press the ' ' button.
Then press any key on the keyboard again to activate the
monitor and restore the image on the screen.
Connected using
the DVI cable?
You may get a blank screen if you boot the system
before you connect the DVI cable, or disconnect and then
reconnect the DVI cable while the system is running as
certain types of graphic cards do not send out video
signals.
Connect the DVI cable and then reboot the system.
I cannot see the
On Screen
Display.
Have you locked
the On Screen
Display (OSD)
Menu to prevent
changes?
Unlock the OSD by pressing the [ ] button for at least
5 seconds.
The screen shows
strange colors or
just black and
white.
Is the screen
displaying only one
color as if looking at
the screen through
a cellophane
paper?
Check the signal cable connection.
Make sure the video card is fully inserted in its slot.
Have the screen
colors become
strange after
running a program
or due to a crash
between
applications?
Reboot the computer.
Has the video card
been set properly?
Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.
The screen
suddenly has
become
unbalanced.
Have you changed
the video card or
the driver?
Adjust screen image position and size using the OSD.
Have you adjusted
the resolution or
frequency to the
monitor?
Adjust the resolution and frequency at the video card.
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).
The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals.
Readjust Position by referring to the OSD.
The screen is out
of focus or OSD
cannot be
adjusted.
Have you adjusted
the resolution or
frequency on the
monitor?
Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card.
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).
LED is blinking but
no images on the
screen.
Is the frequency
properly adjusted
when checking the
Display Timing on
the menu?
Adjust the frequency properly by referring to the video
card manual and the Preset Timing Modes.
(The maximum frequency per resolution may differ from
product to product.)
There are only 16
colors shown on
the screen. The
screen colors have
changed after
changing the video
card.
Have the Windows
colors been set
properly?
Windows XP :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel →Appearance
and Themes →Display →Settings.
Windows ME/2000 :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel →Display →
Settings.

Has the video card
been set properly?
Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.
There is a
message that
reads
"Unrecognized
monitor, Plug &
Play (VESA DDC)
monitor found".
Have you installed
the monitor driver?
Install the monitor driver according to the Driver
Installation Instructions.
See the video card
manual to see if the
Plug & Play (VESA
DDC) function can
be supported.
Install the monitor driver according to the Driver
Installation Instructions.
Check when
MagicTune™ does
not function
properly.
MagicTune™
feature is found only
on PC (VGA) with
Window OS that
supports Plug and
Play.
* To check whether your PC is available for MagicTune™
feature, follow the steps below (When Windows is XP);
Control Panel →Performance and Maintenance →
System →Hardware →Device Manager →Monitors →
After deleting Plug and Play monitor, find 'Plug and Play
monitor' by searching new Hardware.
MagicTune™ is an additional software for the monitor.
Some graphic cards may not support your monitor. When
you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our
website to check the compatible graphic card list
provided.
http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune
MagicTune™
doesn't work
properly.
Have you changed
your PC or video
graphic card?
Did you install the
program?
Download the latest program. The program can be
downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune
Reboot the computer after installing the program for the
first time. If a copy of the program is already installed,
remove it, reboot the computer, and then install the
program again. You need to reboot the computer for it to
operate normally after installing or removing the program.
Visit the MagicTune™ website and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC.
Check the followin
g
items if there is trouble with the monitor.
Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer.
Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.
(If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the computer.)
If you installed a new video card or assembled the PC, please check if the adapter(video) driver and
the monitor driver are properly installed.
Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 56 Hz ~ 75 Hz.
(Do not exceed 60 Hz when using the maximum resolution.)
If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove
the Display Adapter at the "Control Panel →System →Device Administrator" and then reboot the
computer to reinstall the adapter (video) driver.
If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.
Q & A
Question Answer
How can I change the frequency? Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the
video card.

Note that video card support can vary, depending on
the version of the driver used.
(Refer to the computer or the video card manual for
details.)
How can I adjust the resolution? Windows XP :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel →
Appearance and Themes →Display →Settings.
Windows ME/2000 :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel →Display →
Settings.
Contact the video card manufacturer for details.
How can I set the Power Saving function? Windows XP :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel →
Appearance and Themes →Display →Screen
Saver.
Set the function at BIOS-SETUP of the computer.
Windows ME/2000 :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel →Display →
Screen Saver.
Set the function at BIOS-SETUP of the computer.
Refer to Windows/Computer Manual
How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Disconnect the power cord and then clean the
monitor with a soft cloth, using either a cleaning
solution or plain water.
Do not leave any remains of the detergent nor
scratch the case. Do not allow any water to go inside
the monitor.
Self-Test
Self-Test Feature Check | Warning Messages | Environment | Useful Tips
Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning
properly.
Self-Test Feature Check
Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
Turn on the monitor.
If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below.
This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.
Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the

monitor.
If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your video controller
and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly.
Warnin
g
Messa
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es
If there is something wrong with the input signal, a message appears on the screen or the screen
goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The message may indicate that the monitor is
out of scan range or that you need to check the signal cable.
Environment
The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the
monitor.
If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another
room.
Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet
(one meter) of the monitor.
Useful Ti
p
s
A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is trouble with the
computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise,
Video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact
the Service Center or your dealer.
Judging the monitor's working condition
If there is no image on the screen or a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60
Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on.
If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes white, this means the monitor
is in working condition.
In this case, check the computer for trouble.