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LCD Monitor
User Manual
SyncMaster LD190N
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Safety Instructions
Notational
Note
These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property damage.
Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner.
Warning / Caution
Otherwise, it may result in death or personal injury.
Otherwise, it may result in personal injury or property damage.
Notational Conventions
Power
Prohibited
Do not disassemble
Do not touch
When not used for extended period of time, set your computer to DPM.
If using screen saver, set it to active screen mode.
The images here are for reference only, and are not applicable in all cases
(or countries).
Shortcut to Anti-Afterimage Instructions
Do not use a damaged power cord or plug or a damaged or
loose power outlet.
Important to read and understand at all times
Disconnect the plug from the
outlet
Ground to prevent an electric
shock
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands when removing or
plugging the plug into the outlet.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock.
Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded power out-
let.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or personal injury.
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Safety Instructions
Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet
firmly and correctly.
• Otherwise, this may result in fire.
Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place
any heavy material on it.
• Otherwise, this may result in fire.
Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet.
• Otherwise, this may cause fire due to overheating.
Do not disconnect the power cord while using the product.
• Otherwise, this may result in damage to the product due to
electric shock.
To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be
pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall
be readily operable.
Installation
• This may cause electric shock or fire.
Use only the power cord provided by our company. Do not use
the provided power cord of another product.
• Otherwise, this may result in fire or electric shock.
Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center when installing your
monitor in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed to chemical substances and where it operates for 24
hours such as at airports, train stations etc.
Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your monitor.
Do not drop the monitor when moving it.
• This may cause damage to the product or the person carrying
it.
When installing the product in a cabinet or rack, make sure that
the front end of the bottom of the product does not project out.
• Otherwise, it may fall or cause personal injury.
• Use a cabinet or rack of a size appropriate to the product.
DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, MOSQUITO REPELLANT, CIGARETTES AND ANY HEATING APPLIANCES NEAR THE
PRODUCT.
• Otherwise, this may result in fire.
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Safety Instructions
Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the
product as possible.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase
or closet.
• Otherwise, this may result in fire due to an increase in the in-
ternal temperature.
Put down the monitor carefully.
• Failing to do so may damage the monitor.
Do not place the front of the product on the floor.
• Otherwise, this may result in damage to the screen display.
Install your product in a well ventilated location. Ensure that
there is a clearance of more than 10 cm from the wall.
Clean
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to an increase in the internal
temperature.
Ensure that the packaging vinyl is kept away from children.
• Otherwise, it may result in serious harm (suffocation) if children
play with it.
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen,
wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric.
Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the product.
• Otherwise, this may result in the discoloration and distortion of
the structure and the screen surface may peel off.
Clean the product using a soft cloth with a monitor cleaner only.
If you must use a cleaner other than the monitor cleaner, dilute it
with water at a ratio of 1:10.
When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet,
clean it with a dry cloth.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire.
When cleaning the product, make sure to disconnect the power
cord.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
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Safety Instructions
When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and
clean it softly with a dry cloth.
• (Do not use chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinner,
mosquito repellant, lubricant, or cleaner.) These may change
the appearance of the product surface and peel off the indication labels on the product.
Since the product housing is easily scratched, make sure to use
the specified cloth only.
• Use the specified cloth adding only a little water. As the product
may be scratched if there is any foreign material on the cloth,
make sure to shake it thoroughly before using it.
When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly onto the
main body of the product.
• Ensure that water does not enter the product and that it is not
wet.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock, fire or a malfunc-
tion.
Others
The product is a high voltage product. Ensure that users do not
disassemble, repair or modify the product themselves.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. If the product
needs to be repaired, contact a Service Center.
If there is a strange smell or a strange sound or smoke is coming
from the product, disconnect the power plug immediately and contact a Service Center.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not place this product in a location exposed to moisture, dust,
smoke, water, or in a car.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
When you drop the product or the case is broken, turn the power
off and disconnect the power cord. Contact a Service Center.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
If thunder or lightening is occurring, do not touch the power cord
or antenna cable.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the
signal cable.
• Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage to
the product or fire due to damage to the cable.
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Safety Instructions
Do not lift or move the product back and forwards or right and
left while only holding the power cord or signal cables.
• Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage to
the product or fire due to damage to the cable.
Make sure that the ventilating opening is not blocked by a table
or curtain.
• Otherwise, it may result in fire due to an increase in the internal
temperature.
Do not place any containers containing water, vases, flowerpots, medicines as well as any metal on the product.
• If water or a foreign material enters the product, disconnect the
power cord and contact a Service Center.
• This may result in a product malfunction, electric shock, or fire.
Do not use or keep combustible spray or flammable material
near the product.
• Otherwise, this may result in an explosion or fire.
Do not insert any metal, such as chopsticks, coins, pins and
steel, or flammable objects, such as matches or paper, inside the
product (through the ventilating openings, input and output terminals, etc).
• If water or foreign material enters the product, disconnect the
power cord and contact a Service Center.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
When using a fixed screen for a long time, an afterimage or stain
may occur.
• If you are not using your product for a long period of time, put
it into sleep mode or use a moving screen saver.
Set a resolution and frequency appropriate to the product.
• Otherwise, your eyesight may be damaged.
If you continually move closer to the product screen, your eyesight may be failing.
To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every
hour of using the monitor.
Do not install it in an unstable location such as an unstable rack
or uneven surface or a location exposed to vibrations.
• Otherwise, it may fall and cause personal injury and/or damage
the product.
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Safety Instructions
• If you use the product in a location exposed to vibrations, it may
damage the product and result in fire.
When moving the product, turn the power off and disconnect
the power plug, antenna cable, and all the cables connected to the
product.
• Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Ensure that children do not hang onto the product or climb up
onto the product.
• The product may fall and cause personal injury or death.
If you do not use the product for a long period of time, disconnect
the power cord from the power outlet.
• Otherwise, this may result in overheating or fire due to dust,
and may result in fire due to electric shock or leakage.
Do not place any heavy items or toys or confectionery, such as
cookies etc. that may attract the attention of children and to the
product.
• Your children may hang onto the product causing it to fall and
this may result in personal injury or death.
Do not turn the product upside down or move it while holding
only the stand.
• Otherwise, it may fall and result in personal injury and/or dam-
age to the product.
Do not place the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight
or near any heat such as a fire or heater.
• This may reduce the lifetime of the product, and may result in
fire.
Do not drop any objects onto the product or cause any impact
to the product.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not use a humidifier or kitchen table near the product.
• Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
When there is a gas leak, do not touch the product or the power
plug but ventilate immediately.
• If a spark occurs, it may cause an explosion or fire.
If the product has been turned on for a long time, the display
panel becomes hot. Do not touch it.
• Keep the small accessories in a location out of the reach of
children.
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Safety Instructions
Do not install the product in a location low enough for children
to reach.
• Otherwise, it may fall and result in personal injury.
• Since the front part of the product is heavy, install the product
on a level and stable surface.
Do not put any heavy objects on the product.
• This may result in personal injury and/or damage to the prod-
uct.
Good Postures When Using the Monitor
When using the product, use it in the correct posi-
tion.
• Keep your back straight while looking at the product.
• The distance between your eyes and the screen
should be between 45 to 50 cm. Look at the screen
from a slightly higher location than the height of the
screen.
• When using the product, use it in the correct position.
• Adjust the angle so that light is not reflected on the
screen.
• Place your arms perpendicular to your sides and
allow your arms to be level with the back of the
hand.
• Keep your elbow at 90 degrees.
• Keep your knees at greater than 90 degrees, and
keep your heels firmly on the floor. Keep your arms
lower than your heart.
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Introduction
Package Contents
Note
Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local dealer to buy optional items.
Unpacking
Monitor
Manuals
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
Cables
D-Sub Cable Power Cord
Others
User's Guide
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
Cleaning Cloth
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Note
Cleaning Cloth is only provided for highly polished black products as a product
feature.
Your Monitor
Initial Settings
Select the language using the up or down key.
The displayed content will disappear after 40 seconds.
Introduction
Front
Turn the Power button off and on. It will be displayed again.
It can be displayed up to three (3) times. Make sure to adjust the resolution of your PC before
reaching the maximum count.
Note
The resolution displayed on the screen is the optimal resolution for this product.
Adjust your PC resolution so that it is the same as the optimal resolution for this product.
Note
Touch them lightly with your fingers to use them.
MENU button [MENU]
Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the
OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
Brightness button [ ]
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Rear
Introduction
When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness.
AUTO button
When OSD is not on the screen, push the button for auto adjustment.
Adjust buttons [ ]
These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu.
Power button [ ]
Use this button for turning the product on and off.
Note
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.
Note
The configuration at the back of the product may vary from product to product.
POWER port
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back of
the product.
RGB IN port
Connect the D-sub cable to the 15-pin, RGB IN port on the back of your monitor.
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.
Note
The location of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.
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Introduction
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
1.
Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the Monitor and
turn it in the locking direction .
2. Connect the Kensington Lock cable.
3. Fix the Kensington Lock to a desk or a heavy stationary object.
Note
See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.
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Connections
Connecting Cables
Connecting Cables(NotePC)
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.
Use a connection appropriate for your computer.
Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
• Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub port on the back of your monitor.
[RGB IN]
Note
If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them.
Connecting Cables(PC)
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.
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Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.
Use a connection appropriate for your computer.
Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
• Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub port on the back of your monitor.
Connected to a Macintosh.
• Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-sub connection cable.
Note
If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them.
Using the Stand
Folding the base
Connections
[RGB IN]
Note
You can tilt the monitor backwards at an angle of 10 °~ 30 °(±5.0°).
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Using the Software
Monitor Driver
Note
When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CDROM 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)
Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic)
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click "Windows".
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 (Microsoft® Windows® XP/2000 Operating System).
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Using the Software
Note
This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your
system.
The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.
http://www.samsung.com/
Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)
Microsoft® Windows Vista™‚ Operating System
1. Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2.
Click
ization".
3. Click "Personalization" and then "Display Settings".
(Start) and "Control Panel". Then, double-click on "Appearance and Personal-
4. Click "Advanced Settings...".
5. Click "Properties" in the "Monitor" tab. If the "Properties" button is deactivated, it means
the configuration for your monitor is completed. The monitor can be used as is.
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Using the Software
If the message "Windows needs..." is displayed, as shown in the figure below, click
"Continue".
Note
This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your
system.
The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.
6. Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab.
7. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick
from a list of device drivers on my computer".
8. Click "Have Disk...” and select the folder (for example, D:\Drive) where the driver setup
file is located, and click "OK".
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Using the Software
9. Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen,
and click "Next".
10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence.
Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System
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Using the Software
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
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".
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Using the Software
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.
Note
This monitor driver is under certifying 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.
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Using the Software
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. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.
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 continually.
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 the "Display" icon.
3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.
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Using the Software
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
dialogue box.
Microsoft® Windows® NT Operating System
1. Click "Start", "Settings", "Control Panel", and then double-click "Display" icon.
2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click "All Display
Modes".
3. Select a mode that you wish to use (Resolution, Number of colors and Vertical frequency)
and then click "OK".
4. Click "Apply" button if you see the screen working normally after clicking "Test". If the
screen is not normal, change to a different mode (lower mode of resolution, colors or
frequency).
Note
If there is no Mode at All Display Modes, select the level of resolution and vertical frequency
by referring to the Preset Timing Modes in the user guide.
Linux Operating System
To execute X-Window, you need to make the X86Config file, which is a type of system setting
file.
1. Press "Enter" at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file.
2. The third screen is for setting your mouse.
3. Set a mouse for your computer.
4. The next screen is for selecting a keyboard.
5. Set a Keyboard for your computer.
6. The next screen is for setting your monitor.
7. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency
directly.)
8. Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.)
9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual execution
of X-Window.
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10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other re-
MultiScreen
Installation
1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Click the MultiScreen installation file.
Using the Software
quested hardware.
Note
If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceed
with the installation using the MultiScreen executable file on the CD.
3. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next".
4. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.
5. Choose a folder to install the MultiScreen‚ program.
6. Click "Install".
7. The "Installation Status" window appears.
8. Click "Finish".
9. When the installation is complete, the Multiscreen executable icon appears on your
desktop. Double-click the icon to start the program.
Multiscreen execution icon may not appear depending on specification of computer
system or monitor. If that happens, press F5 Key.
Installation Problems
The installation of MultiScreen can be affected by such factors as the video card, motherboard
and the network environment.
System Requirements
OS
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows Vista™
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Uninstall
Using the Software
It is recommended using MultiScreen in Windows® 2000 or later.
Hardware
• 32 MB Memory above
• 60 MB Hard disk space above
The Multiscreen program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs"
option of the Windows® Control Panel.
Perform the following steps remove Multiscreen.
Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a program".
Select Multiscreen from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button.
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Adjusting the Monitor
Direct Functions
Note
• The monitor LED displays for 10 seconds
• Press the MENU button four times continuously to exit OSD
AUTO
When no OSD is displayed,press” ” button to perform the AUTO function,the auto adjustment
screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center.
Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal.
If auto adjustment does not work properly, press “ “ button again to adjust picture with
more accuracy.
If you change resolution in the control panel, auto function will be executed automatically.
Brightness
When no OSD is displayed,press”
OSD Functions
” button to perform the Brightness function.
Brightness
MagicBright Custom NotePC Internet Movie Dynamic
Contrast
Image Size Auto Wide
Language
Exit
Brightness
(Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.)
You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference.
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MagicBright
MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently five different modes are available: Custom,
NotePC, Internet, Movie and Dynamic Contrast. Each mode has its own pre-configured
brightness value.
Adjusting the Monitor
MENU → MENU → , →
MENU
MENU → , → MENU→ ,
→ MENU
• 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 by using the OSD menu.
• NotePc
Used for connecting to a notebook screen.
• Internet
For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics.
• Movie
For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.
• Dynamic Contrast
Dynamic Contrast automatically detects distribution of inputted visual signal and adjusts
to create optimum contrast.
Image Size
You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor.
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Adjusting the Monitor
Note
• Signals not available in the
standard mode table are
not supported.
• If the wide screen which is
the optimal resolution for
the monitor is set on your
PC, this function is not performed.
MENU → , → MENU→ ,
→ MENU
• Auto • Wide
• Auto - The screen is displayed in accordance with the screen aspect ratio of the input
signals.
• Wide - A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals.
Language
You can choose one of nine languages.
Exit
Perform this function to close OSD.
Note
The language chosen affects
only the language of the OSD.
It has no effect on any software
running on the computer.
MENU → , → MENU→ ,
→ MENU
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Adjusting the Monitor
MENU → , → MENU
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Troubleshooting
Self-Test Feature Check
Note
Your monitor
functioning properly.
provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is
Self-Test Feature Check
1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
3. Turn on the monitor.
If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below.
box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or
This
damaged.
4. Turn off
and the monitor.
your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer
If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your video
controller and computer system;
Warning Messages
If there is something wrong with the input signal, a message appears on the screen or the
screen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The message may indicate
that the monitor is out of scan range or that you need to check the signal cable.
Environment
The location
the monitor.
If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to
another room.
Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3
feet (one meter) of the monitor.
your monitor is functioning properly.
and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of
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Useful Tips
A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem
with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor
coloring, become noisy, and video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source
of the problem, and then contact the Service Center or your dealer.
Judging the monitor's working condition
If there is no image on the screen or a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1360 x
768 60 Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is
still powered on.
If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes white, this means the
monitor is in working condition.
In this case, check the computer for trouble.
Check List
Troubleshooting
Note
Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy
any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer.
No images on the screen. I cannot turn on the monitor.
Q: Is the power cord connected properly?
A: Check the power cord connection and supply.
Q: Can you see "Check Signal Cable" on the screen?
A: (Connected using the D-sub cable)
Check the signal cable connection.
Q: If the power is on, reboot the computer to see the initial screen (the login screen), which
can be seen.
A: If the initial screen (the login screen) appears, boot the computer in the applicable mode
(the safe mode for Windows ME/XP/2000) and then change the frequency of the video
card.
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes)
If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear, contact the Service Center or
your dealer.
Q: Can you see "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1360 x 768 60 Hz" on the
screen?
A: You can see this message when the signal from the video card exceeds the maximum
resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly.
A: Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly.
A: If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended
Mode 1360 x 768 60 Hz" message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the display
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Troubleshooting
will work properly but the "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1360 x 768 60
Hz" message appears for one minute and then disappears.
Please change to the recommended mode during this one-minute period.
(The message is displayed again if the system is rebooted.)
Q: There is no image on the screen. Is the power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1
second intervals?
A: The monitor is in PowerSaver mode.
A: Press a key on the keyboard to activate the monitor and restore the image on the screen.
The screen shows strange colors or just black and white.
Q: Is the screen displaying only one color as if looking at the screen through a cellophane
paper?
A: Check the signal cable connection.
A: Make sure the video card is fully inserted in its slot.
Q: Have the screen colors become strange after running a program or due to a crash
between applications?
A: Reboot the computer.
Q: Has the video card been set properly?
A: Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.
The screen suddenly has become unbalanced.
Q: Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency to the monitor?
A: Adjust the resolution and frequency at the video card.
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).
Q: The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals.
The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted.
Q: Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency on the monitor?
A: Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card.
(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).
LED is blinking but no images on the screen.
Q: Is the frequency properly adjusted when checking the Display Timing on the menu?
A: Adjust the frequency properly by referring to the video card manual and the Preset
Timing Modes.
(The maximum frequency per resolution may differ from product to product.)
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There are only 16 colors shown on the screen. The screen colors have changed after changing the video card.
Q: Have the Windows colors been set properly?
A: Windows XP :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Set-
tings.
A: Windows ME/2000 :
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Display → Settings.
Q: Has the video card been set properly?
A: Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.
There is a message that reads "Unrecognized monitor, Plug & Play (VESA DDC) monitor found".
Q: Have you installed the monitor driver?
A: Install the monitor driver according to the Monitor Driver.
Q: See the video card manual to see if the Plug & Play (VESA DDC) function can be
supported.
A: Install the monitor driver according to the Monitor Driver.
Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.
Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer.
Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.
(If it does, request an a service for the main board of the computer.)
If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if the installed the adapter
(video) driver and the monitor driver.
Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set to between 50 Hz ~ 75 Hz.
(Do not exceed 75 Hz when using the maximum resolution.)
If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode,
remove the Display Adapter in the "Control Panel → System → Device Administrator" and
then reboot the computer to reinstall the adapter (video) driver.
Q & A
Note
If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.
Q: How can I change the frequency?
A: The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.
A: Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used.
(Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.)
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Q: How can I adjusts the resolution?
A: Windows XP:
Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings.
A: Windows ME/2000:
Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Display → Settings.
* Contact the video card manufacturer for details.
Q: How can I set the Power Saving function?
A: Windows XP:
Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Screen
Saver.
Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the Windows / Computer
Manual).
A: Windows ME/2000:
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Display → Screen Saver.
Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the Windows / Computer
Manual).
Q: How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel?
A: Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a soft cloth, using either a
cleaning solution or plain water.
Do not leave any detergent or scratches on the case. Do not let any water enter the
monitor.
Note
Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy
any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer.
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General
General
Model Name SyncMaster LD190N
LCD Panel
Size 18.5 inch (47 cm)
Display area 409.8 mm (H) x 230.4 mm (V)
Pixel Pitch 0.3 mm (H) x 0.3 mm (V)
Synchronization
Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz
Vertical 50 ~ 75 Hz
Display Color
16.7 M
Resolution
Optimum resolution
Maximum resolution 1360 x 768@60 Hz
1360 x 768@60 Hz
Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog
0.7 Vp-p ± 5 %
Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG
TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V)
Maximum Pixel Clock
89 MHz (Analog)
Power Supply
AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz
Signal Cable
15pin - to - 15pin D-sub cable, Detachable
Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (Simple Stand)
450.2 x 295.8 x 72.0 mm (17.7 x 11.6 x 2.8 inch) (With Stand) / 4.7 kg(10.4 lbs)
Environmental considerations
Operating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)
Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing
Storage Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)
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Environmental considerations
Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing
Plug and Play Capability
This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best operating
conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, the monitor installation will proceed
automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
Dot Acceptable
TFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with
precision of 1ppm (one millionth) above are used for this product. But the pixels of
RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color appear to be bright sometimes or some
black pixels may be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use it without
any problems.
For example, the number of TFT-LCD sub pixels contained in this product are
3,133,440.
Note
Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
This product complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives for residential use
and can be used in all areas including common residential areas. (Class B equipment emits
less electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)
PowerSaver
This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves
energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain
amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key
on the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or
when leaving it unattended for long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with a VESA
DPM compliant video card installed in your computer. Use the software utility installed on
your computer to set up this feature.
Power Indicator On Blinking Off
Class B Equipment (Information Communication equipment for residential use)
State Normal Operation Power saving
mode
Power Con-
sumption
20 watts Less than1 watt Less than1 watts
This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant and
ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer
equipped with VESA DPM functionality.
Power off (Power button)
EPA/ENERGY 2000
Preset Timing Modes
If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes,
the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjusts the screen as
follows.
Display Mode Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/-
IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/-
IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 -/+
MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240 -/-
MAC, 832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 -/-
VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 56.250 36.000 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 48.077 72.188 50.000 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500 +/+
VESA, 1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 65.000 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 768 56.476 70.069 75.000 -/-
VESA, 1024 x 768 60.023 75.029 78.750 +/+
VESA, 1360 x 768 47.712 60.015 85.500 +/+
Vertical Frequency (Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(H/V)
Horizontal Frequency
The time to scan one line connecting the right edge
to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the
Horizontal Cycle and the inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency.
Unit: kHz
Vertical Frequency
Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the
same image many times per second to display an
image to the user. The frequency of this repetition is
called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit:
Hz
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For Better Display
Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the
computer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have an
uneven picture quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFTLCD.
• Resolution: 1360 x 768
• Vertical frequency (refresh rate): 60 Hz
TFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology
with a precision of 1ppm (one millionth) and above is used for this product. But the
pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color seem to be bright sometimes or
some of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use
it without any problems.
• For example, the number of TFT-LCD sub pixels contained in this product are
3,133,440.
When cleaning the monitor and the panel outside, please apply the recommended small amount of cleaner by using a soft cloth to polish. Do not force the
LCD area but rub softly.
If excessive force is applied, you may stain it.
If you are not satisfied with the picture quality, you can get better quality of
picture by performing the "Auto Adjustment function" in display screen that is appeared as window termination button is pressed.
When viewing a fixed screen for an extended period of time, a residual image
or blurriness may appear.
Change the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to move the picture when
you need to be away from the monitor for an extended period of time.
PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free)
LCD Monitors and TVs may have image retention when switching from one image to another
especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time.
This guide is to demonstrate correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them from
Image retention.
Warranty
Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.
Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.
What is Image retention ?
During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesn't occur. However, if the same image is displayed for a long time, a slight difference in electric
charge accumulates between the two electrodes which encase the liquid crystal.
This may cause the liquid crystal to build up in a certain areas of the display. Thus,
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the previous image is retained when switching to a new video image. All display
products, including LCD, are subject to image retention. This is not a product defect.
Please follow the suggestions below to protect your LCD from image retention.
Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode
Ex)
• Turn the power off when using a stationary pattern.
• Turn the power off for 4 hours after 20 hours in use
• Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use
• Use a Screen saver if possible
• Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended.
• Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme.
Suggestions for specific applications
Ex) Airports, Transit Stations, Stock Markets, Banks, and Controlling Systems We
recommend that you follow set up of your display system program as below:
Display Information together with Logo or Moving image cycle.
Ex) Cycle : Display Information for 1 hour followed by a Display Logo or moving
image for 1 minute.
Change the Color Information periodically (Use 2 different colors).
Ex) Rotate the Color Information with 2 colors every 30 minutes.
Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large difference
in luminance.
Avoid using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily.
• Avoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey)
Ex)
•
Recommended settings: Bright colors with little difference in luminance
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• Change the characters color and background color every 30 minutes
Ex)
•
Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement.
Ex)
The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to set your PC or
System to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it.
Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions.
Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns. When the
LCD panel is operated for a long time with a fixed pattern (-over 12 hours-), there
may be slight difference in voltage between electrodes that work the liquid crystal
(LC) in a pixel. The voltage difference between electrodes increases with time,
forcing the liquid crystal to lean. When this occurs, the previous image may be seen
when the pattern is changed.
To prevent this, the accumulated voltage difference must be decreased.
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Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II
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Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE
Note
If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the
SAMSUNG customer care center.
U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/us
CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ca
MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG
(726-7864)
ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com/ar
BRAZIL 0800-124-421
4004-0000
CHILE 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/cl
COLOMBIA 01-8000112112 http://www.samsung.com/co
COSTA RICA 0-800-507-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
ECUADOR 1-800-10-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
EL SALVADOR 800-6225 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
GUATEMALA 1-800-299-0013 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
HONDURAS 800-7919267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
JAMAICA 1-800-234-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
NICARAGUA 00-1800-5077267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
PANAMA 800-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
PUERTO RICO 1-800-682-3180 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
REP. DOMINICA 1-800-751-2676 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
VENEZUELA 0-800-100-5303 http://www.samsung.com/lat-
1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/lat-
North America
http://www.samsung.com/mx
Latin America
http://www.samsung.com/br
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
Europe
AUSTRIA 0810-SAMSUNG (7267864,€
0.07/min)
http://www.samsung.com/at
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Europe
BELGIUM 02 201 2418 http://www.samsung.com/be
(Dutch)
http://www.samsung.com/
be_fr (French)
CZECH REPUBLIC 800 - SAMSUNG
(800-726786)
DENMARK 8-SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/dk
EIRE 0818 717 100 http://www.samsung.com/ie
FINLAND 30 - 6227 515 http://www.samsung.com/fi
FRANCE 3260 dites 'SAMSUNG' (€
0,15/Min)
08 25 08 65 65 (€ 0,15/Min)
GERMANY 01805-SAMSUNG
(726-7864, € 0,14/Min)
HUNGARY 06-80-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/hu
ITALIA 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/it
LUXEMBURG 02 261 03 710 http://www.samsung.com/lu
NETHERLANDS 0900-SAMSUNG
(0900-7267864) ( € 0,10/Min)
NORWAY 3-SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/no
POLAND 0 801 1SAMSUNG (172678)
http://www.samsung.com/cz
http://www.samsung.com/fr
http://www.samsung.de
http://www.samsung.com/nl
http://www.samsung.com/pl
022-607-93-33
PORTUGAL 808 20-SAMSUNG
(7267864)
SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sk
SPAIN 902-1-SAMSUNG (902 172
678)
SWEDEN 075-SAMSUNG (726 78 64) http://www.samsung.com/se
SWITZERLAND 0848-SAMSUNG (7267864,
CHF 0.08/min)
U.K 0845 SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/uk
CIS
ESTONIA 800-7267 http://www.samsung.com/ee
LATVIA 8000-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lv
LITHUANIA 8-800-77777 http://www.samsung.com/lt
KAZAKHSTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com/
KYRGYZSTAN 00-800-500-55-500
RUSSIA 8-800-555-55-55 http://www.samsung.ru
TADJIKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500
UKRAINE 8-800-502-0000 http://www.samsung.ua
http://www.samsung.com/pt
http://www.samsung.com/es
http://www.samsung.com/ch
kz_ru
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CIS
UZBEKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com/
kz_ru
Asia Pacific
AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com/au
CHINA 800-810-5858
400-810-5858
010-6475 1880
HONG KONG:3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk
INDIA 3030 8282
1800 110011
1-800-3000-8282
INDONESIA 0800-112-8888 http://www.samsung.com/id
JAPAN 0120-327-527 http://www.samsung.com/jp
MALAYSIA 1800-88-9999 http://www.samsung.com/my
NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG(0800 726
786)
PHILIPPINES 1-800-10-SAMSUNG
(726-7864)
http://www.samsung.com/cn
http://www.samsung.com/in
http://www.samsung.com/nz
http://www.samsung.com/ph
Terms
1-800-3-SAMSUNG
(726-7864)
02-5805777
SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sg
THAILAND 1800-29-3232
02-689-3232
TAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/tw
VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com/vn
Middle East & Africa
SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/za
TURKEY 444 77 11 http://www.samsung.com/tr
U.A.E 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864)
8000-4726
Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue
dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The distance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot
Pitch'. Unit: mm
http://www.samsung.com/th
http://www.samsung.com/ae
Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in
order to create and display an image for the user. The fre-
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quency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical
Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz
Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per second, this is regarded as 60 Hz.
Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the
left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal
Cycle. The inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called
Horizontal Frequency. Unit: kHz
Interlace and Non-Interlace
Methods
Plug & Play This is a function that provides the best quality screen for
Resolution The number of horizontal and vertical dots used to compose
Correct Disposal
Showing the horizontal lines of the screen from the top to
the bottom sequentially is called the Non-Interlace method
while showing odd lines and then even lines in turn is called
the Interlace method. The Non-Interlace method is used for
the majority of monitors to ensure a clear image. The Interlace method is the same as that used in TVs.
the user by allowing the computer and the monitor to exchange information automatically. This monitor follows the
international standard VESA DDC for the Plug & Play function.
the screen image is called the 'resolution'. This number
shows the accuracy of the display. A high resolution is good
for performing multiple tasks as more image information can
be shown on the screen.
Example: If the resolution is 1360 x 768 , this means the
screen is composed of 1360 horizontal dots (horizontal resolution) and 768 vertical lines (vertical resolution).
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) Europe only
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature,
indicates that it should not be disposed with other
household wastes at the end of its working life. To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human
health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer
where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can
take this item for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and
check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other
commercial wastes for disposal.
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Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2009 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental
or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Microsoft, Windows
and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; VESA, DPM and DDC
are registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standard Association; the ENERGY STAR
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