SAMSUNG S19C450BR User Manual

User manual

SyncMaster

S19C450BW S19C450MW

S19C450BR S19C450MR

S20C450B S22C450B S22C450M S22C450BW S22C450MW S23C450B

S23C450M S24C450BL

S24C450B S24C450M

S24C450BW S24C450MW

S27C450B

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.

BN46-00294A-04

BEFORE USING

THE PRODUCT

7 Copyright

7 Icons used in this manual 7 Symbols for safety precautions

8 Cleaning

9 Securing the Installation Space

9 Precautions for storage

10 Safety Precautions

10 Electricity and Safety 11 Installation and Safety

13 Operation and Safety

16 Correct posture to use the product

PREPARATIONS 17 Checking the Contents

17 Removing the Packaging

18 Checking the Components

CONNECTING AND

USING A SOURCE

DEVICE

19 Parts

19 Frontal Buttons

21 Reverse Side

22 Installation

22 Attaching the Stand 23 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height

23 Rotating the Monitor

24 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand 25 Anti-theft Lock

26 Before Connecting

26 Pre-connection Checkpoints

26 Connecting the Power

Table Of Contents

27 Connecting and Using a PC

27 Connecting to a PC

30 Driver Installation

31 Setting Optimum Resolution 32 Changing the Resolution Using a PC

SCREEN SETUP 35 Brightness

35 Configuring Brightness

36 Contrast

36 Configuring Contrast

37 Sharpness

37 Configuring Sharpness

38 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright

38 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright

39 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle

39 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle

40 Image Size

40 Changing the Image Size

42 H-Position & V-Position

42 Configuring H-Position & V-Position

43 Coarse

43 Adjusting Coarse

44 Fine

44 Adjusting Fine

CONFIGURING

TINT

45 Red

45 Configuring Red

46 Green

46 Configuring Green

Table Of Contents

47 Blue

47 Configuring Blue

48 Color Tone

48 Configuring the Color Tone Settings

49 Gamma

49 Configuring Gamma

RESIZING OR

RELOCATING THE

SCREEN

SETUP AND

RESET

50 Language

50 Changing the Language

51 Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position

51 Configuring Menu H-Position & Menu V-

Position

52 Display Time

52 Configuring Display Time

53 Transparency

53 Changing Transparency

54 Reset

54 Initializing Settings (Reset)

55 Eco Saving

55 Configuring Eco Saving

56 Off Timer

56 Configuring Off Timer

57 Turn Off After

57 Configuring Turn Off After

58 PC/AV Mode

58 Configuring PC/AV Mode

59 Key Repeat Time

59 Configuring Key Repeat Time

Table Of Contents

60 Source Detection

60 Configuring Source Detection

61 Customized Key

61 Configuring Customized Key

INFORMATION

MENU AND

OTHERS

INSTALLING THE

SOFTWARE

62 INFORMATION

62 Displaying INFORMATION

63 Configuring Brightness and Contrast in

the Initial Screen

64 Configuring Volume in the Initial Screen

65 Magic Tune

65 What is MagicTune? 65 Installing the Software

66 Removing the Software

67 MultiScreen

67 Installing the Software

68 Removing the Software

69 MagicRotation

69 Installing the Software 71 Removing the Software

TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

72 Requirements Before Contacting

72 Testing the Product 72 Checking the Resolution and Frequency

72 Check the following.

75 Q & A

SPECIFICATIONS 77 General

Samsung Customer Service Center

Table Of Contents

89 PowerSaver

91 Standard Signal Mode Table

APPENDIX 109 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

110 Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost

to Customers)

110 Not a product defect 110 A Product damage caused by customer's fault

110 Others

111 Correct Disposal

111 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste

Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

112 Terminology

Table Of Contents

Copyright

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual.

Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is

prohibited.

The SAMSUNG and SyncMaster logos are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Before Using the Product

VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.

Icons used in this manual

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.

Symbols for safety precautions

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.

Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited.

Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.

Before Using the Product

Cleaning

Before Using the Product

Cleaning

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

Take the following steps when cleaning.

1. Power off the monitor and computer.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the monitor.

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 screen using 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.

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

5. Connect the power cord to the product after cleaning the product.

6. Power on the monitor and computer.

Before Using the Product

10 cm

10 cm 10 cm

10 cm

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.

Precautions for storage

Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 109) if the inside of the monitor needs

cleaning. (Service fee will be charged.)

Before Using the Product

Safety Precautions

Electricity and Safety

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the

images.

Warning

Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not plug many products into the same power socket.

 Otherwise, the socket may overheat and cause a fire.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

 Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.

 An unstable connection may cause a fire.

Ensure you connect the power plug to a grounded power socket. (type 1 insulated devices only).

 An electric shock or injury may result.

Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Do not weigh the power cord down with a heavy object.

 A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Remove foreign substances such as dust around the plug pins and power socket with a dry cloth.

 Otherwise, a fire may result.

Before Using the Product

Caution

Do not unplug the power cord when the product is in use.

 The product may become damaged by an electric shock.

Do not use the power cord for products other than authorized products supplied by Samsung.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.

 If any problem occurs in the product, unplug the power cable to completely

cut the power to the product.

Power to the product cannot be completely cut off with the power button.

Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Installation and Safety

Warning

DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES.

 Otherwise, a fire may result.

Avoid installing the product in a narrow space with bad ventilation, such as a bookshelf or wall closet.

 Otherwise, a fire may result due to an increased internal temperature.

Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children.

 Children may suffocate.

Before Using the Product

Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.).

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal 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.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a stove.

 Otherwise, the product lifespan may be reduced, or a fire may result.

Caution

Do not install the product within the reach of young children.

 The product may fall and injure children.

Edible oil, such as soybean oil, can damage or deform the product. Do not install the product in a kitchen or near a kitchen counter.

Take care not to drop the product when moving it.

 Otherwise, product failure or personal injury may result.

Do not set down the product on its front.

 The screen may become damaged.

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 break or cause a personal injury.

 Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.

Before Using the Product

SAMSUNG

Put down the product carefully.

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine particles, chemical substances or extreme temperatures, or an airport or train station where the product should operate continuously for an extended period of time) may seriously affect its performance.

 Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center (page 109) before

installation if you want to install the product at such a place.

Operation and Safety

Warning

High voltage runs through the product. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the product on your own.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

 Contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 109) for repair.

Before moving the product, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cable and all other connected cables.

 Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged and a fire or electric shock may

result.

If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, remove the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page

109).

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.

 The product may fall, and your child may become injured or seriously

harmed.

If the product falls or the exterior is damaged, power off the product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 109).

 Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not put a heavy object, toy, or sweets on top of the product.

 The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toy or

sweets resulting in a serious injury.

Before Using the Product

GAS

During a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power cable.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

 Otherwise, the cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric shock

or fire may result.

If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug. Also, ventilate the area immediately.

 Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.

 During a lightning or thunderstorm, do not touch the power cord or antenna

cable.

Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

 Otherwise, the cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric shock

or fire may result.

Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product.

 An explosion or fire may result.

Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.

 Otherwise, a fire may result from an increased internal temperature.

Before Using the Product

100

-_-

Do not insert a metallic object (a chopstick, coin, hair pin, etc.) or inflammable object (paper, match, etc.) into the vent or ports of the product.

 If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the

product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service

Center (page 109).

 Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or metallic objects on top of the product.

 If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the

product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service

Center (page 109).

 Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Caution

Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.

 If you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time,

activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver.

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.).

 Otherwise, a fire may result from accumulated dust, overheating, an electric

shock, or electric leakage.

Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.



Otherwise,Your eyesight may deteriorate.

Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate your eyesight.

Do not hold the monitor upside-down or move it by holding the stand.

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Before Using the Product

Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.

 Eye fatigue will be relieved.

Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot.

Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children.

Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.

 Otherwise, children's fingers or hands may become stuck and injured.

 Tilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal

injury.

Do not place heavy objects on the product.

 Product failure or personal injure may result.

Correct posture to use the product

Use the product in the correct posture as follows.

 Straighten your back.

 Allow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen, and look slightly

downward at the screen.

Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen.

 Adjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen.

 Keep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of

your hands.

 Keep your elbows at about a right angle.

 Adjust the height of the product so you can keep your knees bent at 90 degrees or

more, your heels attached to the floor, and your arms lower than your heart.

Before Using the Product

Preparations

1.1 Checking the Contents

1.1.1 Removing the Packaging

1 Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with

a sharp instrument.

2 Remove the styrofoam from the product.

3 Check the components and remove the styrofoam and plastic bag.

4 Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future.

This image is for reference only.

1 Preparations

Preparations

1.1.2 Checking the Components

 Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing.

 The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown.

Components

Quick setup guide

Power cable D-SUB cable (optional) DVI cable (optional)

Stand Stereo Cable (optional)

Components may vary depending on the country.

(Not available in some locations)

Warranty card

User manual

1 Preparations

Preparations

SAMSUNG

MAGIC BRIGHT

VOL

AUTO

Key Guide

SAMSUNG

MAGIC ANGLE

AUTO

SAMSUNG

MAGIC ANGLE

AUTO

VOL

SAMSUNG

MAGIC

SAMSUNG

MAGIC

1.2 Parts

1.2.1 Frontal Buttons

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

Icons Description

 Open or close the onscreen display (OSD) menu, or return to the

parent menu.

 OSD control lock: Maintain the current settings, or lock the OSD

control to prevent unintended changes to settings. Enable: To lock the OSD control, press the [ ] button for 10

ENU

seconds. Disable: To unlock the locked OSD control, press the [ ] button

ENU

for more than 10 seconds.

If the OSD control is locked,

 Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted, and INFORMATION

can be viewed.

 The Customized Key function can be used by pressing the [ ]

button. (The Customized Key is available even when the OSD control is locked)

Configure Customized Key and press [ ]. The following options will

be enabled.

Angle - Bright - Eco Saving - Image Size

To configure Customized Key, go to SETUP&RESET

→

Customized Key and select the mode you want.

Move to the upper or lower menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu.

1 Preparations

AUTO

Preparations

Icons Description

Use this button to control the brightness and contrast of the screen.

Volume can be adjusted if a cable is connected to the [ IN] port.

Confirm a menu selection.

Pressing the [ ] button when the OSD menu is not displayed will change the input source (Analog/DVI). If you power on the product or

change the input source by pressing the [ ] button, a message that shows the changed input source will appear at the top left corner of the screen.

Press the [ ] button to automatically adjust the screen settings.

 Changing the resolution in Display Properties will activate the

Auto Adjustment function.

Key Guide

 This function is only available in Analog mode.

Turn the screen on or off.

When a control button on the product is pressed, the Key Guide will be displayed before the onscreen menu opens. (The guide shows the function of the button pressed.)

To access the onscreen menu when the guide is displayed, press the corresponding button again.

The Key Guide may vary depending on the function or product model. Refer to the actual product.

1 Preparations

DVI IN RGB IN AUDIO IN/OUT

OUT

POWER IN

DVI IN

RGB IN AUDIO IN/OUT

POWER IN

OUT

Preparations

1.2.2 Reverse Side

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

Port Ports

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

Connect to a PC using the DVI cable.

Connect to a PC using the D-SUB cable.

Connect to an audio-input source using an audio cable.

Applicable to the models that have speakers only.

Connect to an audio output device such as headphones.

Applicable to the models that have speakers only.

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Preparations

1.3 Installation

1.3.1 Attaching the Stand

Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat surface. Next, place the product with the face down on top of the cloth or cushion.

Fasten the screw tightly (using a screwdriver or coin) into the bottom of the stand base.

Insert the stand base into the stand in the direction of the arrow.

After installing the stand, place the product upright.

Do not remove the fixing pin until you are finished attaching the stand.

You can remove the fixing pin and adjust the stand now.

- Caution

Do not hold the product upside down only by the stand.

 Disassembly is the reverse order of assembly.

 The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

1 Preparations

19"-22"

0(±5mm) ~ 100mm(±5mm)

0(±5mm) ~ 130mm(±5mm)

23"-27"

27"

19"-24"

Preparations

1.3.2 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

 To adjust the height, remove the fixing pin.

 The monitor tilt and height can be adjusted.

 Hold the top center of the product and adjust the height carefully.

1.3.3 Rotating the Monitor

You can rotate your monitor as shown below.

 Be sure to fully extend the stand before rotating the monitor.

 If you rotate the monitor without fully extending the stand, the corner of the monitor may hit the

floor and get damaged.

 Do not rotate the monitor counterclockwise. The monitor may get damaged.

1 Preparations

Preparations

1.3.4 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

Before Installation

Power the product off and remove the power cable from the power socket.

Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat surface. Next, place the product with the face down on top of the cloth or cushion.

Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

Unfasten the screw from the back of the product.

Lift and detach the stand.

Attach the wall-mount kit or desktop stand here

Bracket (sold separately)

Align the grooves and tightly fasten the screws on the bracket on the product with the corresponding

parts on the wall-mount kit or desktop stand you want to attach.

1 Preparations

DVI IN

RGB IN AUDIO IN/OUT

POWER IN

Preparations

Notes

 Using a screw longer than the standard length can damage the internal components of the

product.

 The length of screws required for a wall mount that does not comply with the VESA standards may

vary depending on the specifications.

 Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standards. Do not attach the wall-mount kit

or desktop stand using excessive force. The product may get damaged or fall and cause personal injury. Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage or injury caused by using improper screws or attaching the wall-mount kit or desktop stand using excessive force.

 Samsung shall not be held liable for any product damage or personal injury caused by using a wall-

mount kit other than the one specified or from an attempt to install the wall-mount kit on your own.

 To mount the product on a wall, ensure you purchase a wall-mount kit that can be installed 10cm

or farther away from the wall.

 Be sure to use a wall-mount kit that complies with the standards.

 To install the monitor using a wall mount, disconnect the stand base from the monitor.

1.3.5 Anti-theft Lock

An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. 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. The lock device is sold separately.

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

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.

1 Preparations

Connecting and Using a Source Device

DVI IN

RGB IN AUDIO IN/OUT

POWER IN

2.1 Before Connecting

2.1.1 Pre-connection Checkpoints

 Before connecting a source device, read the user manual provided with it.

The number and locations of ports on source devices may differ from device to device.

 Do not connect the power cable until all connections are completed.

Connecting the power cable during connection may damage the product.

 Check the types of ports at the back of the product you want to connect.

2.2 Connecting the Power

 To use the product, connect the power cable to a power outlet and the [POWER IN] port on the

product.(The input voltage is switched automatically.)

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

Connecting and Using a Source Device

RGB IN

DVI IN

2.3 Connecting and Using a PC

2.3.1 Connecting to a PC

 Select a connection method suitable for your PC.

Connecting parts may differ in different products.

Connection Using the D-SUB Cable (Analog Type)

Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Ensure you connect a source

device first before connecting the power cable.

Connect the D-SUB cable to the [RGB IN] port on the back of the product and the RGB port on the PC.

2 Press [ ] to change the input source to Analog.

Connection Using the DVI Cable

Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Ensure you connect a source

device first before connecting the power cable.

1 Connect the DVI cable to the [DVI IN] port on the back of the product and the DVI port on the PC. 2 Press [ ] to change the input source to DVI.

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

OUT

Connecting and Using a Source Device

Connecting to Headphones or Speakers

Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Ensure you connect a source

device first before connecting the power cable.

1 Connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to [ ] port on the product.

Applicable to the models that have speakers only.

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

→

Connecting and Using a Source Device

Changing the sound settings on Windows

Control Panel Audio Speaker Speaker Setup

→ →

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

Connecting and Using a Source Device

2.3.2 Driver Installation

 You can set the optimum resolution and frequency for this product by installing the corresponding

drivers.

 An installation driver is contained on the CD supplied with the product.

 If the file provided is faulty, visit the Samsung homepage (http://www.samsung.com) and

download the file.

1 Insert the user manual CD provided with the product into the CD-ROM drive. 2 Click "Windows Driver". 3 Follow the instructions given on the screen to proceed with installation. 4 Select your product model from the list of models.

5 Go to Display Properties and check that the resolution and refresh rate are appropriate.

Refer to your Windows OS manual for further details.

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

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