Samsung 213T User Manual

SyncMaster 213T

Index

Main Page On-Screen Display

Safety Instructions Troubleshooting

Notational Check List

Power Q & A

Installation Self-Test Feature Check

Cleaning

Other

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Introduction Specifications

Unpacking General Specifications

Front PowerSaver

Rear Preset Display Modes

Setup Information

Connecting Your Monitor Service

Installing the Monitor Driver Terms

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Automatic Regulatory

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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.

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Do not use a damaged or loose plug.

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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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This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Use only a properly grounded plug and recepticle.

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An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage

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Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place
heavy objects upon them, which could cause damage.

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Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.

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Power

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Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or
lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time.

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Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.

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

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This may cause a fire.

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Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.

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Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.

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

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An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.

Do not drop the monitor when moving it.

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This may cause damage to the product or human body.

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Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.

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The monitor can cause injury by falling.

Set down the monitor carefully.

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It could be damaged or broken.

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Do not place the monitor face down.

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The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.

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 detergent directly on the monitor.

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.

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A dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire

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Do not set a glass of water, chemicals or any small metal
objects on the monitor.

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This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.

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If a foreign substance gets into the monitor, disconnect the plug and
then contact a service center.

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

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This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

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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 deal
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This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.

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This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

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For each hour of looking at the monitor, you should let
your eyes rest for 5 minutes.

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This will reduce eye fatigue.

Do not use or store inflammable substances near the
monitor.

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This may cause an explosion or fire.

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Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or
the signal cable.

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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.

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This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage
to the cable.

Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.

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This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.

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.

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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.

D-Sub Cable

DVI Cable(Option)

Power Cord

Quick Setup Guide

Monitor and Stand

PIVOT Installation CD

(Not available in all locations)

Warranty Card

(Not available in all locations)

User's Guide and Driver

Installation CD

Introduction

Front

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1. Auto button

2. Exit button
Source button

3. Adjust buttons

4. Menu button

5. Power button

6. Power indicator

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

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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.
When you push the Source button while the OSD is off, the input source
(analog/digital) is alternated. (When you push the Source button to change the
input source or turn on the monitor, a message appears in the center of the
screen displaying the current input source -- analog or digital.)

:If you select the Digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the

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graphic card with a digital port using the DVI cable.

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

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

Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.(When the power is turned on, a
message appears in the center of the screen displaying the current mode -­analog or digital input signal.)

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

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Rear

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

1. Power port

2. DVI port

3. D-Sub port

Stand Height Adjustment

Press the top side of the stand and then push the button at the rear bottom of the stand.

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You can adjust the stand height using this button.

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See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

Note:

Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back
of the monitor.

Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.

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

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Connecting Your Monitor

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Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the

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power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.

Using the D-sub (Analogue) connector on the video card.

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

Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card.

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Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Port on the back of your Monitor.

Connected to a Macintosh.

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

In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac

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adaptor.

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

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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 analogue. Press Source button to have the monitor
double-check the input signal source.

Setup

Internet web site :

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.

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)

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

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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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.

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)

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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" button. Then click

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8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway
"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.