Samsung LC43J890 User manual

User Manual

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Table of contents

Before Using the Product

Securing the Installation Space	4
Precautions for storage	4
Safety Precautions	4
Symbols	4
Cleaning	5
Electricity and Safety	5
Installation	6
Operation	7

Preparations

Parts	10
Control Panel	10
Direct Key guide	11
Function Key Guide	12
Changing Brightness, Contrast and Sharpness
settings	13
Reverse Side	14
Adjusting the Product Tilt	14
Anti-theft Lock	15
Precautions for moving the monitor	15
Installation	16
Attaching the Stand	16
Removing the Stand	17

Connecting and Using a Source Device

Read below before installing the monitor.	18
Connecting and Using a PC	18
Connection Using the HDMI (+DC JACK) Cable	18
Connection Using the DP-MINI DP Cable	19
Connecting the Power	19
Tidying Up the Connected Cables	20
Correct posture to use the product	22
Driver Installation	22
Setting Optimum Resolution	22

Screen Setup

SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright	23
Brightness	24
Contrast	24
Sharpness	24
Color	24
SAMSUNG MAGIC Upscale	25
HDMI Black Level	25
Eye Saver Mode	25
Game Mode	25
Response Time	25
Picture Size	26
Screen Adjustment	26

Adjusting OSD (On Screen

Display) settings

Transparency	27
Position	27
Language	27
Display Time	27

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Table of contents

Setup and Reset

FreeSync	28
Eco Saving Plus	30
Off Timer	30
PC/AV Mode	30
DisplayPort Ver.	30
Source Detection	30
Key Repeat Time	31
Power LED On	31
Reset All	31
Information	31

Installing the Software

Easy Setting Box	32
Restrictions and Problems with the Installation	32
System Requirements	32

Troubleshooting Guide

Requirements Before Contacting Samsung
Customer Service Center	33
Testing the Product	33
Checking the Resolution and Frequency	33
Check the following.	33
Q & A	35

Specifications

General	36
Standard Signal Mode Table	37

Appendix

Responsibility for the Pay Service
(Cost to Customers)	39
Not a product defect	39
A Product damage caused by customer's fault	39
Others	39

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Chapter 01

Before Using the Product

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.

――The exterior may differ depending on the product.

	10 cm	10 cm
10 cm		10 cm

10 cm

Precautions for storage

High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used nearby.

――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

Caution	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
	Caution : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
	COVER. (OR BACK)
	THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
	REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
	This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside.
	It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of
	this product.
	This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation
	and maintenance has been included with this product.

Symbols

Warning

Caution

A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.

Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are not followed.

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Cleaning

――Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched. ――Take the following steps when cleaning.

1Power off the product and computer.

2Disconnect the power cord from the product.

――Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

3Wipe 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.

4Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the product.

5Connect the power cord to the product when cleaning is finished.

6Power 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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Installation

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 10cm 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.

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Operation

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.

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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 put AC/DC adapters together.

•• Remove the plastic bag from the AC/DC adapter before you use it.

•• Do not let water enter the AC/DC adapter device or get the device wet. ‒‒ An electric shock or fire may result.

‒‒ Avoid using the product outdoors where it can be exposed to rain or snow. ‒‒ Be careful not to get the AC/DC adapter wet when you wash the floor.

•• Do not put the AC/DC adapter near to any heating apparatus. ‒‒ Otherwise, a fire may result.

•• Keep the AC/DC adapter in a well-ventilated area.

•• If you place the AC/DC power adapter so that it is hanging with the cord input facing upwards, water or other foreign substances could enter the Adapter and cause the Adapter to malfunction.

Make sure to rest the AC/DC power adapter flat on a table or the floor.

•• Insert the power plug into the AC/DC adapter until a click sound is heard.

•• Do not insert only the power plug into the power outlet.

•• Do not use an AC/DC adapter other than the provided one. ‒‒ It may cause electric shock or fire.

•• Do not insert the AC/DC adapter into the power outlet on the ceiling. ‒‒ It may cause electric shock or fire.

•• Rotate the power plug not to exceed the range (0 to 90°) on the AC/DC adapter. ‒‒ It may cause electric shock or fire.

•• Never diassemble the power plug after being assembled. (It cannot be separated after assembly.)

•• Never use the provided power plug for other devices.

•• When removing the AC/DC adapter from the power outlet, hold the body of AC/DC adapter and pull it up.

‒‒ It may cause electric shock or fire.

•• Do not drop any objects or apply shock on the AC/DC adapter. ‒‒ It may cause electric shock or fire.

•• Use the AC/DC adapter after removing its plastic cover. ‒‒ Otherwise, this may result fire.

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•• 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.

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Chapter 02

Preparations

Parts

Control Panel

――The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Return

Power LED

DOWN(FRONT)

Function Key Guide

LEFT	RIGHT
	PRESS(ENTER)
	UP(REAR)
	JOG Button

	Icons	Description
	JOG Button	Multi directional button that helps navigate.
		――JOG button is located in the bottom of the screen center, and has
		5 directions as UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT/PRESS(ENTER).
		This LED is power status indicator and works as
		•• Power On (Power button): Off
		•• Power saving mode: Blinking
		•• Power Off (Power button): On
		――When the product turns off, the power LED turns on so that you
		can find the JOG button easily. If the product is in the Power
		saving mode or Power Off mode in a dark place, the light from
	Power LED	the power LED may be reflected by the stand at the bottom of the
		product.
		――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.
		――The default setting for the Power LED On function is Stand-by. To set
		the Power LED On function to Working for reducing eye fatigue
		induced by the light from the power LED, take the following steps:
		System Power LED On Working (The LED turns on
		when the power turns on and turns off when the power turns off.)
		Press the JOG button when the screen is turned on. The Function
		Key Guide will appear. To access the onscreen menu when the
	Function Key Guide	guide is displayed, press the corresponding direction button
		again.
		――Function Key Guide may vary depending on the function or
		product model. Please refer to the actual product.

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Direct Key guide

――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. ――The function buttons page shows if Eye Saver Mode is enabled.

: On : Off

HDMI / DisplayPort mode

Brightness

Features

Eye Saver Mode Off

――HDMI / DisplayPort mode option

•• : Adjust Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness.

••		: Display Function Key Guide.

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Function Key Guide

――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.

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.

Return

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.

Selectsby 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 for10 seconds when the main menu displayed.

――If the OSD control is locked, Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted. Eye Saver Mode is available.

System FreeSync, Power LED On is available. Information can be viewed.

Selects by moving the JOG button in the function key guide screen. Press to enable or disable Eye Saver Mode.

The items below are not available if the Eye Saver Mode function is enable.

•• Picture Bright, Brightness, Color, Game Mode

•• System Eco Saving Plus

Selects to turn the Monitor off by moving the JOG button in the function key guide screen.

――Actual models because of functional variation, Function key guide options will be different.

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