Samsung 153S, 193S, 173S, 174V, 175V User Manual

SyncMaster 153S/173S/193S/174V/175V

Index

User’s Manual

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

Installing VESA compliant mounting For Better Display

Authority

Safety Instructions

Notational

Warning/Caution

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Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment.

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

Safety Instructions

Power

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.

z This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.

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z This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.

z 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.

This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.

z This may cause a fire.

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Installation

Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust.

z An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.

Do not drop the monitor when moving it.

z This may cause damage to the product or human body.

Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.

z The monitor can cause injury by falling.

Set down the monitor carefully.

z It could be damaged or broken.

Do not place the monitor face down.

z The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.

Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional.

z Installation by unqualified personnel may result in injury.

Always use the mounting device specified in the owner's manual.

Safety Instructions

Clean

When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric.

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Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor.

z This 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.

A dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire.

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Other

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Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside.

z This may cause an electric shock or a fire. z 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 dealer or service.

This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Be careful not to let water drip into the monitor or expose the monitor to moisture.

z This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire.

Especially 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.

The monitor may malfunction, causing an electric shock or a fire.

Then 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.

The 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.

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.

Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.

Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.

Do not place water containers, chemical products or small metal

objects on the monitor.

z This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire. z If 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.

z This may cause an explosion or fire.

Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.

z This 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.

This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire.

Always 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.

Change 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.

Applying too much force may cause the monitor topple over or fall, resulting in injury.

z Your hand or finger(s) may get caught between the monitor and the

stand, causing injury.

Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the model.

Inappropriate levels of resolution and frequency may damage your eyesight.

15 inch 17,18,19 inch 17 inch wide 21 inch 24 inch

- 1024 x 768

- 1280 x 1024

- 1280 x 768

- 1600 x 1200

- 1920 x 1200

Keep the volume at a proper level when you use the headphones.

Excessively loud volume levels may damage hearing.

Keep a proper distance between your eyes and the monitor screen.

Sitting too close to the monitor on a continuous basis may damage eyesight.

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Introduction

Unparking

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing,

contact your dealer.

Monitor and Stand

Power Cord

Signal Cable

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Card

(Not available in all locations)

User's Guide and Driver Installation CD

Introduction

Front

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1. Auto button / Exit button

2. Menu button

3. Power button

4. Adjust buttons

a. Power indicator

: See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving

Note

functions. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.

Use this button to auto adjustment direct access. / Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.

Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.

Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.

These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the monitor saves your adjustments.

Introduction

Rear

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(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)

1. Power port

2. Signal cable

Note

:Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port

on the back of the monitor.

:Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port.

(video board, video card or graphics card)

See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

Setup

Connecting Your Monitor

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1. Power suppl

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. Connecting to a compute

Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your Computer.

3. Connecting to a new Macintosh

z Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.

4. Connecting to an old Macintosh

z Connect your monitor to the Macintosh using the adapter for Macintosh (sold separately).

5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.

Setup

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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.

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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.

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4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.

5. Monitor driver installation is completed.

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button. Then

Windows XP/2000

1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver".

3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.

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4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.

5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" click "OK" button.

6. Monitor driver installation is completed.

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/

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Internet web site :

Setup

Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here.

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.

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3. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced..".

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" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model

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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 list and click the "Next" button.

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