Samsung SMT-170P Operating Instructions

TFT-LCD MONITOR

SMT-170N
SMT-170P

User Guide

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Graphic Symbol Explanation

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the

presence of uninsulated ‘dangerous voltage’ within the

product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the user to the presence of important

operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in

the literature accompanying the appliance.

Warning - To Prevent Fire or Shock Hazard, Do Not

Expose This Monitor To Rain or Moisture.

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Caution

Power source is indicated on the rear of the set. It contains high-voltage parts.

If you remove the cover, it may cause fire or electric shock. Do not remove the

cover by yourself. (Control switches are at the front of the monitor.)

1. Read Instructions : All the safety and operating instructions should be

read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions : The safety and operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings : All warnings on the monitor and in the operating

instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions : All operating and user instructions should be

followed.

5. Cleaning : Unplug this monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

cleaning.

Exception. A monitor that is meant for uninterrupted service and that for

some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an

authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be

unplugged by the user for cleaning or any other purpose may exclude the

reference to unplugging the monitor in the cleaning description

otherwise required in Item 5.

6. Attachments : Do not use attachments not recommended by Samsung

as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture : Do not use this monitor near water for example,

near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet

basement or near a swimming pool and the like wet basement or near a

swimming pool and the like.

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8. Accessories : Do not place this monitor on an unstable cart, stand,

tripod, bracket or table. The monitor may fall, causing serious injury to a

child or adult and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart,

stand, tripod. bracket or table recommended by Samsung, or sold with

the monitor. Any mounting of the monitor should follow Samsung’s

instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by

Samsung.

9. Ventilation : Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for

ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the monitor and to protect

it from overheating and these openings should never be blocked by

placing the monitor on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This

monitor should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.

This monitor should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a

bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or Samsung’s

instructions have been adhered to.

10. Power Sources : This monitor should be operated only from the type of

power source indicated on the making label. If you are not sure of the

type of power supply to your installation site, consult your Samsung

dealer or local power company.

11. Grounding or Polarization : For monitors equipped with a 3-wire

grounding-type plug having a third(grounding) pin. This plug will only

fit into a grounding type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are

unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to

replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

grounding-type plug.

12. Power : Cord Protection-Power supply cords should be routed so that

they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or

against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the monitor.

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13. Lightning : For added protection for this monitor during a lightning

storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,

unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system. This will

prevent damage to the monitor due to lightning and power-line surges.

14. Overloading : Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this

can result in a risk of fire of electric shock.

15. Object and liquid Entry : Never push objects of any kind into this

monitor through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or

short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the monitor.

16. Servicing : Do not attempt to service this monitor yourself as opening or

removing cover may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17. Damage Requiring Service : Unplug this monitor from the wall outlet

and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following

conditions.

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the monitor.

c. If the monitor has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the monitor does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the

operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls

may result in damage and require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the monitor to its normal operation.

e. If the monitor has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the monitor exhibits a distinct change in performance-this

indicates a need for service.

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18. Replacement Parts : When replacement parts are required, be sure the

service technician has used replacement parts specified by Samsung or
have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.

19. Safety Check : Upon completion of any service or repairs to this

monitor, ask the service technician to preform safety checks to
determine that the monitor is in proper operating condition.

NOTICE

Hg (within a circle) LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN

MERCURY AND BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING

TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS

For details see lamprecycle.org, eire.org, or call 1-1800-Samsung

FCC & ICES Information

Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply the limits for a class A

digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of

Industry Canada.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generate, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if

not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful

interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference

at his own expense.

User-Installer Caution

Your authority to operate this FCC verified equipment could be voided if

you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance to part 15 of the FCC Rules.