Samsung SYNCMASTER 153V User Manual

SyncMaster 153V/173V/152V/172V/193V/192V/153S/173S/153B/173B

Main Page On-Screen Display

Safety Instructions Troubleshooting

Notational Check List

Power Q & A

Installation Self-Test Feature Check

Cleaning

Other

Introduction Specifications

Unpacking General Specifications

Front PowerSaver

Rear Preset Display Modes

Setup Information

Connecting Your Monitor Service

Installing the Monitor Driver Terms

Automatic Regulatory

Manual Natural Color

Installing VESA compliant mounting For Better Display

Authority

Notational

Power

Installation

Clean

Other

Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to
equipment.

Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times

Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet

Do not touch Grounding to prevent an electric shock

Notational

Power

Installation

Clean

Other

When not used for extended periods of time, set your PC to DPMS. If using
a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.

Do not use a damaged or loose plug.

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This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet
hands.

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This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Use only a properly grounded plug and reoeptacle.

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An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment
damage.

Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects
upon them, which could cause damage.

z Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.

Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or
if it is not used for a long period of time.

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Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.

z This may cause a fire.

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Power

Installation

Clean

Other

Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.

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Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.

Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of
dust.

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An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.

Do not drop the monitor when moving it.

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This may cause damage to the product or human body.

Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface.

z The monitor can cause injury by falling.

Set down the monitor carefully.

z

It could be damaged or broken.

Do not place the monitor face down.

z The CDT surface may be damaged.

Notational

Power

Installation

Clean

Other

When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a
slightly moistened, soft fabric.

Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor.

Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth.

If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty,
clean it properly with a dry cloth.

z A dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not set a glass of water, chemicals or any small metal objects
on the monitor.

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This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.

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If a foreign substance gets into the monitor, disconnect the plug
and then contact a service center.

Notational

Power

Installation

Clean

Other

Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside.

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This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

z Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there
are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it
immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service.

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This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.

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This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

For each hour of looking at the monitor, you should let your eyes
rest for 5 minutes.

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This will reduce eye fatigue.

Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor.

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This may cause an explosion or fire.

Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or the signal
cable.

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This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to
damage to the cable.

Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the
signal cable.

z This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to

damage to the cable.

Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.

z This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.

Keep all power adaptors apart.

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Possible fire hazard.

Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source.

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Possible fire hazard.

Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adaptor before use.

z Possible fire hazard.

Always keep power adaptor in well-ventilated area.

If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual
image or blurriness may appear.

z Change the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to moving

picture when you need to be away from the monitor for an
extended period of time.

Please make sure the following items are included

(Not available in all locations)

SyncMaster 153V/173V/152V/172V/193V/192V

Unpacking

Front
Rear

Monitor and Stand

Power Cord

Signal Cable

Quick Setup Guide

with your monitor. If any items are missing,

contact your dealer.

Warranty Card

User's Guide and Driver Installation CD

Please make sure the following items are included

SyncMaster 153S/173S

Unpacking

Front
Rear

Monitor and Pivot Stand

Power Cord

DC-Adapter

Signal Cable

with your monitor. If any items are missing,

contact your dealer.

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Card

(Not available in all locations)

User's Guide and Driver Installation CD

Pivot S/W CD(Option)

Please make sure the following items are included

(Not available in all locations)

SyncMaster 153B/173B

Unpacking

Front
Rear

Monitor and Stand

Power Cord

DC-Adapter

Signal Cable

with your monitor. If any items are missing,

contact your dealer.

Audio Cable

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Card

User's Guide and Driver Installation CD

Pivot S/W CD(Option)

This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as

SyncMaster 153V/173V/152V/172V/193V/192V

Unpacking

Front

Rear

1. Auto button /
Exit button

Use this button to auto adjustment direct access. /
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.

2. Menu button These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

3. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.

4. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

a. Power indicator

the monitor saves your adjustments.

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.

This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as

SyncMaster 153S/173S

Unpacking

Front

Rear

1. Auto button /
Exit button

Use this button to auto adjustment direct access. /
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.

2. Menu button These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

3. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.

4. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

a. Power indicator

the monitor saves your adjustments.

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.

This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as

Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on the back of

SyncMaster 153B/173B

Unpacking

Front

Rear

1. Auto button /
Exit button

Use this button to auto adjustment direct access. /
Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.

2. Menu button These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

3. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.

4. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu.

When OSD is not on the screen, push the - or + button to adjust volume.

a. Power indicator

the monitor saves your adjustments.

b. PC sound connection

terminal

your computer.

c. Headphone

connection terminal

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.

SyncMaster 153V/173V/152V/172V/193V/192V

Unpacking

Front

Rear

(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)

1. Power port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back

of the monitor.

2. Signal port Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of
your monitor.

Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

SyncMaster 153S/173S

Unpacking

Front

Rear

(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)

1. Power port Connect the DC Adapter for your monitor to the power port on the back

of the monitor.

2. Signal port Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of
your monitor.

3. Pin Press the button on the bottom rear of the stand in order to lock down
the stand.
Note : Always have your monitor faced front side down on a level
surface (not resting on the stand) before locking it down. Pressing the
button while the monitor stand is resting on a flat surface may cause
your monitor to topple or fall and cause personal injury and/or damage
to the unit.

Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

SyncMaster 153B/173B

Unpacking

Front

Rear

(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.)

1. Power port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back

of the monitor.

2. Signal port Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of
your monitor.

3. Pin Press the button on the bottom rear of the stand in order to lock down
the stand.
Note : Always have your monitor faced front side down on a level
surface (not resting on the stand) before locking it down. Pressing the
button while the monitor stand is resting on a flat surface may cause
your monitor to topple or fall and cause personal injury and/or damage
to the unit.

Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

SyncMaster 153V/173V/152V/172V/193V/192V

Connecting
Your Monitor

Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing VESA
compliant mounting

1. 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.

2. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.

3. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.

4. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac

adaptor.

5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.

English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor

SyncMaster 153S/173S

Connecting
Your Monitor

Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing VESA
compliant mounting

English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor

1. Connect the DC Adapter for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.

Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet.

2. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.

3. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.

4. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac

adaptor.

5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.

2.

Headphone connection terminal (Output)

3.

Volume

4.

To listen in privacy,connect headphones here.

5.

Connect a sound cable from the input source (sound card,computer,CD

-

ROM drive).

SyncMaster 153B/173B

Connecting
Your Monitor

Installing the
Monitor Driver
Installing VESA
compliant mounting

English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor

1. 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.

2. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.

3. Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on the back of your computer.

4. Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable.

5. In the case of an old model Macintosh, you need to connect the monitor using a special Mac

adaptor.

6. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete.

1. PC sound connection terminal (Input)

system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you

Internet web site :

Connecting Your
Monitor

Installing the
Monitor Driver

Installing VESA
compliant mounting

When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM
included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating

have.

Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown

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here.

http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China)

Windows ME

1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click "Windows ME Driver".

3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.

4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.

5. Monitor driver installation is completed.

Windows XP/2000

1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver".

3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.

4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window.

5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button.
Then click "OK" button.

This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your
system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage

http://www.samsung-monitor.com/.

6. Monitor driver installation is completed.

Connecting Your

system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you

Internet web site :

Monitor

Installing the
Monitor Driver

Installing VESA
compliant mounting

When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM
included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating

have.

Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown
here.

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http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)
http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China)

Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System

1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver.

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".

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.