Samsung SyncMaster 591s User manual

SyncMaster 591S/793S/591V/793V/783DF/793DF
/795DF/797DF/997DF/793MB/795MB

Main Page On-Screen Display
Safety Instructions Troubleshooting
Notational Check List
Power Q & A
Installation Self-Test Feature Check
Clean
Other
Introduction Specifications
Unpacking General Specifications
Front PowerSaver
Rear Preset Timing Modes
Bottom
Setup Information
Connecting Your Monitor Service
Installing the Monitor Driver Terms
Automatic Regulatory
Manual Natural Color
Base Installation Authority

Notational
Power
Installation
Clean
Others
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

Notational
Power
Installation
Clean
Others
When not used for extended periods of time, set your computer to DPMS. If
using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.
zIf the size of your monitor is small, or if the same image is present for long
periods of time, you may see afterimages due to damage to the
fluorescent substance on the inside of the CDT.
Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
zThis may cause an electric shockor fire.
Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet
hands.
zThis may cause an electric shockor 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.
z
This 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.
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.
Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.
zThis may cause fire.

Notational
Power
Installation
Clean
Others
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.
z
The monitor may cause injury byfalling.
Set down the monitor carefully.
zIt could be damaged or broken.
Do not place the monitor face down.
zThe CDT surface may be damaged.
Do not use the monitor without the monitor stand.
zIt could break down or cause a fire due to bad ventilation.
zIf the monitor must be used without the supplied stand, take steps
to insure proper ventilation.

Notational
Power
Installation
Clean
Others
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the CDT, wipe with a
slightly moistened, soft fabric.
Do not clean Flat monitor with water. Use a water-diluted mild
detergent.
(Some detergents contain significant amounts of alcohol-based solvents,
which can damage (color change) or crack the monitor case. The
antiglare/anti-static surface coating on the CDT may also be affected.)
Dilute the detergent (1:10 ratio) with water before using.
Do not water or spray detergent directlyon the monitor.
Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth.
zYou can prevent the coated CDT from being damaged or the
monitor cabinet from being dissolved, cracked or discolored.
zYou can buy a recommended detergent at any Samsung Service
Center.
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.

Notational
Power
Installation
Clean
Others
Donot remove cover(orback).
zThis may cause an electric shockor 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.
z
This may cause an electric shockor fire.
Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.
z
This may cause an electric shockor 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 the monitor away from any magnetic substances.
zThis may cause discoloring or distortion of the image.

Unpacking
Front
Rear
Bottom
Monitor and Stand
(Some models include a stand attached. )
Please make sure the following items are included
with your monitor. If any items are missing,
contact your dealer.
Power Cord
Stand
Quick Setup Guide
Warranty Card
(Not available in all locations)
User's Guide, Monitor Driver
For Multimedia model (Option)
Multimedia Speaker Stand Sound Cables(2each)
DC Power Cord
User Guide
SyncMaster 783DF
SyncMster 591S / 793S / 591V / 793V / 793DF / 795DF /
797DF / 997DF / 793MB / 795MB

Unpacking
Front
Rear
Bottom
1. Menu button Opens the OSD menu. Also used to exit the OSD menu or return to the
previous menu.
2. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.
3. Enter button Used to select the OSD menu.
4. Power button Use this button for turn the monitor on and off.
5. 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 783DF
SyncMster 591S / 793S / 591V / 793V / 793DF / 795DF /
797DF / 997DF / 793MB / 795MB

Unpacking
Front
Rear
Bottom
General
(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 Cable Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board,
video card, or graphics card.
BNC Connectors (Option)
(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.
3. BNC Connectors
(Option)
Connect the signal cable to the BNC signal port on the back of your
monitor.
Note:
See Connecting the Monitorfor further information regarding cable connections.
793DF/797DF/997DF/793MB/795MB
SyncMaster 591S/793S/591V/793V/783DF/795DF
SyncMaster 997DF

Unpacking
Front
Rear
Bottom
1. Signal Cable Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board,
video card, or graphics card.
2. Power port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of
the monitor.
3. Tilt/Swivel Base You can separate the base from the monitor.

Connecting the
Monito
r
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Base Installat ion
Ge nera l
BNC C onne cto rs (Option)
General
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.
2-1. Connecting to a computer
Connect the signal cable to the 15 -pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.
2-2. Connecting to a new Macintosh
Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.
2-3. Connecting to an old Macintosh
Connect your monitor to the Macintosh using the adapter for Macintosh (sold separately).
3. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is
com plete.
BNC Connec tor s
(
O
p
tion
)
793DF/797DF/997DF/793MB/795MB
SyncMaster 591S/793S/591V/793V/783DF/795DF

1. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.
Plu
g
the
p
ower cord for the monitor into a nearb
y
outlet.
2-1. Connecting to a computer
Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.
2-2. Connecting to a new Macintosh
Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the
D
-
SUB connection cable.
2-3. Connecting to an old Macintosh
Connect
y
our monitor to the Macintosh usin
g
the ada
p
ter for Macintosh
(
sold se
p
aratel
y)
.
3. When you use a BNC connector.
Connect the si
g
nal cable to the BNC si
g
nal
p
ort on the back of
y
our monitor/com
p
uter.
4. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is
com
p
lete.
Setup-For Multimedia model
SyncMaster 997DF

1. Turn off
y
our com
p
uter and un
p
lu
g
the
p
ower cord.
2. Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or
g
ra
p
hics card
)
.
3. Connect one end of the other sound cable to the Mic Input jack on your sound card or
computer.Connect the other end of this cable to the Mic By-pass jack on the back of the
monitor stand.
4. Plu
g
the DC
p
ower cord from the stand into a nearb
y
outlet.
5. Connect the
p
ower cord for
y
our monitor to the
p
ower
p
ort on the back of the monitor.
6. Plu
g
the
p
ower cord for the monitor and the
p
ower cord for
y
our com
p
uter into a nearb
y
outlet.
7. Turn on
y
our com
p
uter and monitor.
8. Turn u
p
or down the On
-
Off control terminal on the stand of the monitor until it clicks.
9. Execute a sound program, music or sound effect in your computer and then adjust the volume
b
y
turnin
g
u
p
or down until the sound volume is a
pp
ro
p
riate.
10.
A
djust the treble and bass.
Sound distortion may occur when the monitor is placed on top of a mostly hollow cabinet such
as your computer. If this occurs, place a pad or magazine beneath the monitor stand. High
sound volume may also cause sound distortion; lower the volume.
Multimedia Speaker Stand
1. Mic By-pass Jack
To transmit your voice,connect a sound cable from
the Mic By-pass jack to the mic in jack on the sound
card slot in
y
our com
p
uter.
2. Stereo Input Jack
Connect a sound cable from the input source(sound
card
,
com
p
uter
,
CD
-
ROM driv e
)
.
3. DC Po wer Co rd
Connect DC power cord to monitor DC 12V output
j
ack.
4. Power Indicator
Glows
g
reen when the s
p
eakers are turned on.
5. On/Off Volume
Turns On/Off and adjusts the output volume.
6. Treble Control
Use to control hi
g
h fre
q
uencies.
7. Bass Control
Use to control low fre
q
uencies.
8. Mic Input J ack
To transmit your voice,connect a microphone to this
j
ack.
9. Headphone Jack
To listen in privacy,connect headphones here.
10. Detachable Stand To
p

Connecting the
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Base Installation
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
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
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.
Windows XP/2000
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.
This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your
system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage
http://www.samsung-monitor.com/.
6. Monitor driver installation is completed.

Connecting the
Monitor
Installing the
Monitor Driver
Base Installation
Windows XP | Windows 2000 | Windows Me | Windows NT | Linux
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)
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.

This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your
system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage
http://www.samsung-monitor.com/.
9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
10. Monitor driver installation is completed.
Microsoft®Windows®2000 Operating System
When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor, follow these steps.
1. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window.
2. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window.
3. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open" button and then click "OK" button.
How to install
1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".
2. Double click the "Display" Icon.
3. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..".
4. Choose "Monitor".
5. Click "Driver" and then click on "Update Driver.." then click on the "Next" button.
6. Choose "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a
specific driver" then click "Next" and then click "Have disk".
7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver).
8. Click the "Open" button, then click "OK" button.
9. Choose your monitor model and click the "Next" button then click "Next" button.
10. Click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button.
If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes"button.
And click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button.
Case1: If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured.
Please stop installation
Case2: If the "Properties" button is active, click the "Properties" button then follow next
steps continually.
Microsoft®Windows®Millennium Operating System
1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".
2. Double click "Display" icon.
3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.
4. Select the "Monitor" tab.
5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area.
6. Choose "Specify the location of the driver".

7. Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location.." then click "Next" button.
8. Click the "Have Disk" button
9. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button.
10. Select "Show all devices" and choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you
connected to your computer and click "OK".
11. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the Display Properties
dialogue box.
(You can get some other screen for warning message or others, then click the appreciate
option for your monitor.)
Microsoft®Windows®NT Operating System
1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click Display icon.
2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click All Display
Modes.
3. Select a mode that you wish to use (Resolution, Number of colors and Vertical frequency)
and then click OK.
4. Click Apply button if you see the screen working normally after clicking Test. If the screen
is not normal, change to a different mode (lower mode of resolution, colors or frequency).
Note: If there is no Mode at All Display Modes, select the level of resolution and vertical
frequency by referring to the Preset Timing Modes in the user guide.
Linux Operating System
To execute X-Window, you need to make the X86Config file, which is a type of system setting
file.
1. Press Enter at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file.
2. The third screen is for setting your mouse.
3. Set a mouse for your computer.
4. The next screen is for selecting a keyboard.
5. Set a Keyboard for your computer.
6. The next screen is for setting your monitor.
7. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency
directly.)
8. Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.)
9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual
execution of X-Window.
10. You have finished setting up your monitor.
Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware.