C49J890DK
User Manual
The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without
prior notice to improve the performance.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.
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C43J890DK* C43J892DK* C49J890DK* C49J892DK*
An administration fee may be charged in the following situations:
(a) An engineer is called out at your request, but it is found that the product has no defect (i.e., where the user
manual has not been read).
(b) You bring the unit to a repair centre, but it is found that the product has no defect (i.e., where the user manual
has not been read).
You will be informed of the administration fee amount before a technician visits.
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Table of contents
Before Using the Product
Securing the Installation Space 4
Precautions for storage 4
Safety Precautions 4
Cleaning 5
Electricity and Safety 5
Installation 6
Operation 7
Preparations
Parts 9
Control Panel 9
Direct Key guide 10
Function Key Guide 11
Changing Brightness, Contrast and Eye Saver Mode
settings 13
Changing the Volume setting 13
Types of Ports 14
Upgrading the Software via USB 15
Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height 17
Anti-theft Lock 18
Installation 19
Attaching the Stand (Type one) (C43J890DK* /
C43J892DK*) 19
Attaching the Stand (Type one) (C49J890DK* /
C49J892DK*) 20
Attaching the Stand (Type two) (C43J890DK* /
C43J892DK*) 21
Attaching the Stand (Type two) (C49J890DK* /
C49J892DK*) 22
Removing the Stand (For Attaching the BRACKET
WALL) (C43J890DK* / C43J892DK*) 23
Removing the Stand (For Attaching the BRACKET
WALL) (C49J890DK* / C49J892DK*) 24
Attaching the BRACKET WALL (C43J890DK* /
C43J892DK*) 25
Attaching the BRACKET WALL (C49J890DK* /
C49J892DK*) 26
Connecting and Using a Source Device
Read below before installing the monitor. 27
Connecting and Using a Source Device 27
Connection Using the HDMI Cable 27
Connection Using the DP Cable 28
Connection Using the USB Type-C Cable 28
Connecting to Headphones 29
Connecting the Product to a Source Device as a USB
Hub 29
Connecting a Source Device to the Product 29
Utilizing the Product as a USB HUB 30
Connecting the Power 31
Tidying Up the Connected Cables 32
Correct posture to use the product 33
Driver Installation 33
Setting Optimum Resolution 33
Picture
SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright 34
Brightness 35
Contrast 35
Sharpness 35
Color 35
SAMSUNG MAGIC Upscale 36
HDMI Black Level 36
Eye Saver Mode 36
Picture Size 37
Screen Adjustment 37
Calibration Report 37
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Table of contents
PIP/PBP
PIP/PBP Mode 38
Size 39
Aspect Ratio 39
Position 40
Sound Source 40
Source 40
Switch USB 41
Picture Size 42
Contrast 43
OnScreen Display
Transparency 44
Position 44
Language 44
Display Time 44
System
USB Source Setup 45
DisplayPort Ver. 45
HDMI Mode 45
Smart ECO Saving 46
Off Timer Plus 46
PC/AV Mode 46
Source Detection 47
Key Repeat Time 47
Power LED On 47
Reset All 47
Information 47
Installing the Software
Easy Setting Box 48
Restrictions and Problems with the Installation 48
System Requirements 48
Troubleshooting Guide
Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer
Service Center 49
Testing the Product 49
Checking the Resolution and Frequency 49
Check the following. 49
Q & A 52
Specifications
General 53
Standard Signal Mode Table 54
Appendix
Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost to
Customers) 57
Not a product defect 57
A Product damage caused by customer's fault 57
Others 57
Extended warranty 58
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Securing the Installation Space
Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. An internal temperature rise may cause fire and
damage the product. Be sure to allow the amount of space as shown below or greater when installing
the product.
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The exterior may differ depending on the product.
10 cm (3.93 Inches)
10 cm
(3.93 Inches)
10 cm
(3.93 Inches)
10 cm (3.93 Inches)
10 cm
(3.93 Inches)
Precautions for storage
High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used
nearby.
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Contact your nearest Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to clean the inside of the product
(Service fee will be charged.)
Do not press the monitor screen with hands or other objects. There is a risk of damaging the screen.
Safety Precautions
Warning
A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.
Caution
Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are
not followed.
Before Using the Product
Chapter 01
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Cleaning
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Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched.
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Take the following steps when cleaning.
1
Power off the product and computer.
2
Disconnect the power cord from the product.
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Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric
shock may result.
3
Wipe the monitor with a clean, soft and dry cloth.
‒ Do not apply a cleaning agent that contains alcohol, solvent, or surfactant to the monitor.
‒ Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product.
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Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the product.
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Connect the power cord to the product when cleaning is finished.
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Power on the product and computer.
Electricity and Safety
Warning
• Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.
• Do not use multiple products with a single power socket.
• Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
• Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.
• Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket (type 1 insulated devices only).
• Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Be careful not to leave the power cord under a heavy
object.
• Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.
• Clean any dust around the pins of the power plug or the power socket with a dry cloth.
Caution
• Do not disconnect the power cord while the product is being used.
• Only use the power cord provided with your product by Samsung. Do not use the power cord with
other products.
• Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.
‒ The power cord must be disconnected to cut off power to the product when an issue occurs.
• Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket.
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Warning
• DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT
INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES.
• Do not install the product in poorly ventilated spaces such as a bookcase or closet.
• Install the product at least 10 cm away from the wall to allow ventilation.
• Keep the plastic packaging out of the reach of children.
‒ Children may suffocate.
• Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.)
‒ The product may fall and become damaged and/or cause an injury.
‒ Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product or cause a fire.
• Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust, moisture (water drips, etc.), oil, or
smoke.
• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a stove.
‒ The product lifespan may be reduced or a fire may result.
• Do not install the product within the reach of young children.
‒ The product may fall and injure children.
• Edible oil (such as soybean oil) may damage or distort the product. Keep the product away from oil
pollution. And do not install or use the product in the kitchen or near the kitchen stove.
Caution
• Do not drop the product while moving.
• Do not set down the product on its front.
• When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf, make sure that the bottom edge of the front of
the product is not protruding.
‒ The product may fall and become damaged and/or cause an injury.
‒ Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.
• Set down the product gently.
‒ Product failure or personal injury may result.
• Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine dust, chemical
substances, extreme temperatures or a significant presence of moisture, or a place where
the product will operate continuously for an extended period of time) may seriously affect its
performance.
‒ Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to install the product at such a
place.
Installation
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Warning
• There is a high voltage inside the product. Never disassemble, repair or modify the product
yourself.
‒ Contact Samsung Customer Service Center for repairs.
• To move the product, first disconnect all the cables from it, including the power cable.
• If the product generates abnormal sounds, a burning smell or smoke, disconnect the power cord
immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center.
• Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.
‒ Children may become injured or seriously harmed.
• If the product is dropped or the outer case is damaged, turn off the power and disconnect the
power cord. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.
‒ Continued use can result in a fire or electric shock.
• Do not leave heavy objects or items that children like (toys, sweets, etc.) on top of the product.
‒ The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toys or sweets resulting in a
serious injury.
• During a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power cable.
• Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.
• Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.
• If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug. Also, ventilate the area
immediately.
• Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.
• Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product.
• Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.
‒ An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.
• Do not insert metallic objects (chopsticks, coins, hairpins, etc) or objects that burn easily (paper,
matches, etc) into the product (via the vent or input/output ports, etc).
‒ Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power cord when water or other foreign
substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.
• Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or metallic objects on top of the
product.
‒ Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power cord when water or other foreign
substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.
Operation
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Caution
• Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause
afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.
‒ Activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver if you will not be using the
product for an extended period of time.
• Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan on using the product for an
extended period of time (vacation, etc).
‒ Dust accumulation combined with heat can cause a fire, electric shock or electric leakage.
• Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.
‒ Your eyesight may deteriorate.
• Do not hold the product upside-down or move it by holding the stand.
‒ The product may fall and become damaged or cause an injury.
• Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate your eyesight.
• Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.
• Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes or look at distance objects for every 1 hour of product use.
• Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it
will become hot.
• Store small accessories out of the reach of children.
• Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.
‒ Your hand or finger may get stuck and injured.
‒ Tilting the product at an excessive angle may cause the product to fall and an injury may result.
• Do not place heavy objects on the product.
‒ Product failure or personal injury may result.
• When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high.
‒ Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing.
• Do not drop the product while moving.
‒ Product failure or personal injury may result.
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Preparations
Chapter 02
Parts
Control Panel
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The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without
notice to improve quality.
Function Key Guide
Power LED
LEFT
JOG Button
RIGHT
UP(REAR)
DOWN(FRONT)
Shortcut Key
PRESS(ENTER)
PBP/PIPSource Switch USB
Return
Icons Description
Shortcut Key
PBP/PIPSource Switch USB
• Shortcut Key for Switching to a Source
This button is a shortcut for switching to a different source.
‒ When the source is switched, the USB connection will be changed at the
same time according to the settings of USB Source Setup.
‒ When PIP/PBP is On, only the source of the main screen can be switched.
• Shortcut Key for PIP/PBP On-Off
This button is a shortcut for the PIP/PBP On-Off function.
‒ If there is no source for monitor, this button is disabled. The PIP/PBP On-
Off item is also disabled and appears dimmed in OSD.
• Shortcut Key for Switching USB
This button is a shortcut for switching a USB device to a different input
source.
‒ The button is enabled only when PIP/PBP is On.
If you press this button when PIP/PBP is Off, the message Only applied
while PIP or PBP mode appears and nothing happens. Synchronously, The
Switch USB item in OSD is also disabled and appears dimmed.
‒ If you press this button when PIP/PBP is On but there is no input source,
nothing happens.
JOG Button
Multi directional button that helps navigate.
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The JOG button is located at the bottom right side of the screen and has 5
directions of UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT, and PRESS (ENTER).
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Icons Description
Power LED
This LED is power status indicator and works as
• Power On (Power button): Off
• Power saving mode: Blinking
• Power Off (Power button): On
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The power Indicator operation can be swapped by changing in the menu. (System
→ Power LED On) Actual models because of functional variation maybe haven’t
this function.
Function Key Guide
Press the JOG button when the screen is turned on. The Function Key Guide will
appear. To access the onscreen menu when the guide is displayed, press the
corresponding direction button again.
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Function Key Guide may vary depending on the function or product model. Please
refer to the actual product.
Direct Key guide
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The shortcut button screen (OSD menu) shown below is displayed only when the monitor screen is turned
on, the computer resolution changes, or the input source changes.
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The function buttons page shows if Eye Saver Mode is enabled.
: On
: Off
Eye Saver Mode
Volume
Features
Eye Saver Mode Off
• / : Adjust Brightness, Contrast, Eye Saver Mode.
• : Adjust Volume.
• : Display Function Key Guide.
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Function Key Guide
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To enter the main menu or to use other items, press the JOG button to display the Function Key Guide. You can exit by pressing the JOG button again.
Return
UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT: Move to the item you want. The description for each item will appear when the focus changes.
PRESS(ENTER): The selected item will be applied.
Icons Description
Selects to change the input signal by moving the JOG button in the Function Key Guide screen. A message will appear on the top left corner of the screen if the input signal has
been changed.
Selects by moving the JOG button in the function key guide screen.
The OSD (On Screen Display) of your Monitor’s feature appears.
OSD control lock: Maintain the current settings, or lock the OSD control to prevent unintended changes to settings.
Enable/Disable: To lock/unlock the OSD control, press the LEFT button for 10 seconds when the main menu displayed.
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If the OSD control is locked, Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted. PIP/PBP is available.
Eye Saver Mode is available. Information can be viewed.
Selects by moving the JOG button in the function key guide screen.
Press the button when configuring settings for the PIP/PBP function is required.
Selects to turn the Monitor off by moving the JOG button in the function key guide screen.
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Actual models because of functional variation, Function key guide options will be different.
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When the monitor displays nothing (i.e. Power saving mode or Non-signal mode), 2 direct keys for
control source and power could be used as below.
JOG Button Power saving/Non-signal mode
UP
Source Change
Down
PRESS(ENTER) for 2 seconds
Power Off
When the monitor displays the Main menu the JOG Button could be used as below.
JOG Button Action
UP/DOWN
Move the option
LEFT
Exit the Main menu.
Close Sublist without saving value.
Value decreases in the slider.
RIGHT
Move to next depth.
Value increases in the slider.
PRESS(ENTER)
Move to next depth.
Save the value and close Sublist.
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Changing Brightness, Contrast and Eye Saver Mode
settings
You can adjust Brightness, Contrast or Eye Saver Mode by moving the JOG button up or down, if no
OSD menu is displayed.
Eye Saver Mode
Brightness
Contrast
Off
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The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
Eye Saver Mode
Brightness
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This menu is not available when Smart ECO Saving is enabled.
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This menu is not available when Eye Saver Mode is enabled.
Contrast
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This menu is not available when
SAMSUNG
MAGIC
Bright is set to Cinema mode.
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This menu is not available when PIP/PBP Mode is set to On and the Size is set to
(PBP Mode).
Changing the Volume setting
You can adjust Volume by moving the JOG button left or right, if no OSD menu is displayed.
Volume
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Mute
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The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
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If the audio quality of a connected input device is poor, the Auto Mute function on the product may mute
the sound or cause choppy audio when applying the headphones or speakers. Set the input volume for the
input device to at least 20% and control the volume using the volume control (JOG button LEFT/RIGHT) on
the product.
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What is Auto Mute?
The function mutes the audio to improve sound effect when there is sound noise or when the input
signal is weak, usually due to a problem with the volume of an input device.
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To activate the Mute function, access the Volume control screen, then use the JOG button to move the
focus down. To deactivate the Mute function, access the Volume control screen, then increase or decrease
the Volume.
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Types of Ports
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The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.
POWER IN
Port Description
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER IN port on the
back of the product.
Connects to a source device using an HDMI cable or HDMI-DVI cable.
Connects to a PC using a DP cable.
Connects to a source device using a USB Type-C cable. Compatible with
a USB cable version 3.0 or lower.
Connects to a PC using a USB cable.
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This port can only connect to a PC.
Port Description
Connect to a USB device. These ports are enabled when a source device
is connected to or using a USB Type-C to A cable or
a USB Type-C cable. These ports are enabled when a source device is
connected to
using a USB Type-C to A cable.
Connect to a USB device. This port is enabled when a source device is
connected to or using a USB Type-C to A cable or a USB
Type-C cable. This port is enabled when a source device is connected to
using a USB Type-C to A cable. And USB 3.0 is supported only
when a source device is connected to or using a USB
Type-C to A (3.0) cable.
Connect to an audio output device such as headphones.
Dedicated to service technicians.
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Upgrading the Software via USB
1
Be sure to insert the USB disk into the USB port marked out with the blue box as shown in the
figure below. You can upgrade the software via USB only if either the monitor screen operates
normally or the check signal is displayed on the monitor screen.
USB
Check Signal Cable
HDMI
When the screen as shown in the following figure is displayed, press and hold the Down arrow key
for 5 seconds.
Power Off
2
When the message as shown in the following figure is displayed on the monitor, select Yes to
upgrade the software.
Do you want to update via USB?
YesNo
3
When the screen as shown in the following figure is displayed, select Yes.
Update from version 0802.0 to version 0803.0
Update now
YesNo
4
The software upgrading proceeds.
Updating product Software...
Your product will turn itself off and on again
automatically after completing update.
Update now
0%
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Note
1
Before upgrading through USB disk, you need to format the USB disk into the FAT32 format.
2
Make sure only the BIN file for upgrade is in the USB disk.
3
For the CJ89 model, make sure each upgrade file is in the BIN formate and follow the naming
rules of CJ89 (m-J89**CGAA-****.*[4-digit number].bin), wherein ** indicates the monitor size in
inches, ****.* stands for the version number and the 4-digit number is the checksum. For example,
“m-J8949CGAA-1000.0[9A80].bin” follows the naming rules of CJ89 49'' model, and must be
copied to the root directory.
4
If you want to keep the current version or degrade to a lower version, you may change file name to
m-J89**CGAA-0000.0[4-digit number] and then perform the same operations.
5
If the No valid update files found. Please check your USB device and try again. message is
displayed, this is probably due to the following reasons.
No valid update files found.
Please check your USB device and try again.
Update now
YesNo
‒ No USB disk is inserted into the USB port marked out with the blue box.
‒ The USB disk format is not supported.
‒ The USB disk contains no valid upgrade files. (No upgrade files exist, or the file names are
incorrect.)
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Do not turn off the monitor. And prevent the upgrading from any interruption as far as possible. If
an interruption happens, the monitor will return to the production version.
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Note that the production version may not be the same as the version before this upgrading if some other
upgrading has been done earlier.
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Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height
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The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without
notice to improve quality.
-15.0° (±2.0°) to Left ~ 15.0° (±2.0°) to Right
C43J890DK* / C43J892DK*: -2.0° (±2.0°) ~ 17.0° (±2.0°)
C49J890DK* / C49J892DK*: -2.0° (±2.0°) ~ 15.0° (±2.0°)
0 ~ 120.0 mm (±5.0 mm)
• The monitor tilt and height can be adjusted.
• When adjusting the tilt and height, hold both sides of the product and avoid using excessive force
to prevent damage.
• When adjusting the stand height, you may hear a noise. This noise is generated because the ball
inside the stand slides when the stand height is adjusted. It is a normal noise and not a product
malfunction.
Caution
• Grasp the left and right sides of the monitor and adjust the tilt.
After adjusting the product tilt and height, if the screen is not level, take the following actions.
+4˚
-4˚
• Hold the bezel at both side edges and adjust the monitor angle until the screen becomes level. (Be
careful not to directly hold the LCD display.)
• The monitor angle can be adjusted from -4° to +4°.
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Anti-theft Lock
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An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places.
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The locking device shape and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide
provided with your anti-theft locking device for details.
To lock an anti-theft locking device:
1
Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking device to a heavy object such as a desk.
2
Put one end of the cable through the loop on the other end.
3
Insert the locking device into the anti-theft lock slot at the back of the product.
4
Lock the locking device.
‒ An anti-theft locking device can be purchased separately.
‒ Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details.
‒ Anti-theft locking devices can be purchased at electronics retailers or online.
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