Samsung 244T User Manual

SyncMaster 244T

Notational

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

Power

When not used for extended period of time, set your computer to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.

Do not use a damaged or loose plug.

This may cause an electric shock or fire.

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

This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.

An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.

Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose.

A bad connection may cause fire.

Installation

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.

This may cause fire.

Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center when installing your set in a

location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and chemical substances, or where it will be operated for 24 hours continuously such as an airport, train station or etc.

Failure to do so ma

cause serious damage to your set.

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

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

Do not drop the monitor when moving it.

This may cause damage to the product or human body.

Install the monitor base in a showcase or shelf so that the end of the base does not protrude from the showcase or shelf.

Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal injury.

Do not place the product on an unstable or small surface area.

Place the product on an even, stable surface, as the product may fall and cause harm to someone walking by, specifically children.

Do not place the product on the floor.

Someone, specifically children could trip over it.

Keep any flammable objects such as candles, insecticides or cigarettes away from the product.

Otherwise, this may cause a fire.

Keep any heating devices away from the power cable.

A melted coating may lead to electric shock or fire.

Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a bookshelf, closet, etc.

Any increase in internal temperature may cause fire.

Set down the monitor carefully.

The monitor could be damaged or broken.

Do not place the monitor face down.

The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.

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

Installation by unqualified personnel may result in injury.

Always 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 10cm/4inch ) for ventilation purposes.

Poor ventilation may cause an increase in the internal temperature of the product, resulting in a shortened component life and degraded performance.

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 on the monitor.

This 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 with a dry cloth.

A dirty connector may cause an electric shock or fire.

Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product.

Otherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.

Others

Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and wipe the product using a soft, dry cloth.

Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent.

Contact the Service Center or Customer Center for interior cleaning once a year.

Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or fire.

Do not remove cover (or back).

This may cause an electric shock or fire.

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 center.

This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Keep the product away from places exposed to oil, smoke or moisture; do not install inside a vehicle.

This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.

Especially 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.

The monitor may malfunction, causing 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.

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

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

This 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.

This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or 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.

This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.

If 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.

This may cause an explosion or fire.

Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.

This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.

Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and gimlet or inflammable objects such as paper and match into the vent, headphone port or AV ports.

It may cause a fire or an electric shock. If an alien substances or water flows into the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector from the wall outlet and contact Service Center.

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.

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

Inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality.

24 inch (60cm) - 1920 X 1200 @ 60 Hz

Watching the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in eyesight damage.

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.

Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal injury. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may shorten the lifetime of the product or ma

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.

Failure to disconnect a cable may damage it and lead to fire or an electric shock.

Place the product out of children's reach, as they could damage it by hanging onto it.

A falling product could cause physical damage even death.

When not using the product for an extended time period, keep the product unplugged

Otherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or degraded insulation, leading to electric shock or fire.

Do not place children's favorite objects (or anything else that may be tempting) on the product.

Children may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The product could fall, causing physical damage or even death.

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.

If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

Contact a local dealer to bu

optional items.

Unpacking

Monitor

Stand type A

(

)

Stand type B

Manual

Quick Setup Guide

Cable

D-sub Cable Power Cord DVI Cable

USB Cable

A-B Type cable

Warranty Card

(Not available in all locations)

User's Guide, Monitor Driver,

Natural Color, MagicTune™,

icRotation software

Sold separatel

S-Video Cable Video Cable

Component Cable

Screws (4EA)

Set-Bracket

Front

MENU button [ ]

Adjust buttons [ ]

Analog/Digital(PC) : MagicBright™ button

[]

Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.

These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu.

MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently four different modes are available: Custom, Entertain, Internet, and Text. Each mode has its own preconfigured brightness value. You can easily select one of four settings by simply pressing MagicBright™ control buttons.

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) Entertain : High brightness For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.

3) Internet : Medium brightness

For working with a mixture of images such as text and graphics.

4) Text : Normal brightness For documentations or works involving heavy text.

>>Click here to see an animation clip

Digital(DVD)/Video /S-Video/Component : 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 [ ]

( Available in Analog Mode Only )

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 'SOURCE', 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, Digital, Video, S-Video and Component input signal.) Note : Changing the source is allowed only in external devices that are connected to the monitor at the time.

AUTO button

(Available in Analog mode only)

When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Press to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal. The values of fine,coarse and position are adjusted automatically.

>>Click here to see an animation clip

PIP button ( Available in Analog/Digital(PC) Mode Only )

In Analog or Digital Mode, turns on Video screens in PIP Mode. You can view a picture from Video, S-Video, or Component through the PIP screen in Analog and Digital (PC) mode.

Power button [ ] Use this button for turn the monitor on and 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.

Rear

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

Kensington Lock : The 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.

DVI IN (Source List : Digital) :

Connect the DVI cable to the DVI IN port on the back of your monitor.

RGB IN (Source List : Analog) : Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin,

RGB IN port on the back of your monitor.

VIDEO (Source List : Video)

: External device (video) input terminal S-VIDEO (Source List : S-Video) : External device (S-video) input terminal

COMPONENT IN (Source List : Component)

Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to the Y, P cable (Y, P

B,PR

input ports using a component video

B,PR

POWER S/W : Switch the monitor on and off.

POWER IN : Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER IN on the back of the monitor.

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.

See Connecting the Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

Connecting the Monitor

1. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER IN on the back of the monitor.

Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.

2-1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.

Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, RGB IN port on the back of your monitor.

2-2. Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card.

Connect the DVI cable to the DVI IN port on the back of your monitor.

2-3. Connected to a Macintosh.

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

2-4. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac

adapter.

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

complete.

Cable Fix Ring

When connecting the cable is finished, fix the cables to the

Connecting 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.

This product does not have speakers. To listen to audio, connect the audio cable to another audio device.

Cable Fix Ring.

1. Connecting 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.

1. Input devices such as DVD, VCR or Camcorder are connected to the VIDEO or S-VIDEO terminal of the monitor using the Video or S-Video cable.

2. Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorder with a DVD disc or tape inserted.

3. Select Video or S-Video using the SOURCE button.

2. Connecting Digital DVD

The monitor has DVI IN connection terminals to connect DVI input devices digital DVD.

1. Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the DVI IN terminal of the monitor using the DVI cable.

2. Then, start the DVD with a DVD disc inserted.

3. Select Digital using the SOURCE button.

3. Connecting DVD/DTV Set Top 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.

1. Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to the Y, PB, PR input ports using a component video cable (Y, P

, PR).

2. Then, start the DVD with a DVD disc inserted.

3. Select Component using the SOURCE button.

4. Connecting 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 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

2.5W

(Max., each

port)

2.5W

(Max., each

port)

2.5W

(Max., each

port)

1. Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer 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.

2. Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device with the USB cable.

3. The use procedures are as the same as those for using an external device connecting to the PC.

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You can connect and use a keyboard and mouse.

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You can play a file from a media device. (Examples of media devices: MP3, digital camera, etc.)

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You can run, move, copy or delete the files on the storage device. (Examples of storage devices: external memory, memory card, memory reader, HDDtype MP3 player, etc.)

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You can use other USB devices that can be connected to a computer.

Using the Stand

Stand type A

Pivot Stand

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.

Using (a), you can rotate the screen within a range of 0 ~ 90 degrees. Using (b) you can adjust the height.

You can only rotate the screen when the screen is lifted to its maximum height. Do not rotate the screen by force, as this might damage the stand.

Tilt angle

Stand type B

Pivot Stand

Using (c), you can adjust the height. You can adjust the tilt within a range of -5 ~ 15 degrees. Using (d), you can horizontally rotate it within a range of -30 ~ 30 degrees.

Using (a), you can rotate the screen within a range of 0 ~ 90 degrees. Using (b), you can use the screen lengthwise. Press the top side of the stand and then push the button at the rear bottom of the stand. You can adjust the stand height using this button. When you are using a stand height as maximum, it will go down a little bit from spring elasticity.

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.

Tilt angle

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Using (c), you can adjust the height. You can adjust the tilt within a range of 0 ~ 25 degrees.

Removing the base

Using (d), you can horizontally rotate it within a range of -45 ~ 45 degrees.

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

Attaching a Base

This monitor accepts a 100 mm x 100 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.

A) and then remove the Stand from the LCD monitor.

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 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-t

pe base, wall mount hanger or other base.

To mount the monitor on a wall, you should purchase the wall mounting kit that allows you to mount the monitor at least 10cm away from the wall surface. Contact 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.

Please 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.

Internet 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)

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 drive.

2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver"

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.

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.samsun

5. Monitor driver installation is completed.

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Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)

Windows XP

Windows 2000|Windows Me|Windows NT | Linux

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

Internet 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)

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 certified MS logo,and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.

http://www.samsung.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".

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

continuall

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.

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

ue box.

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