Samsung SyncMaster 170T Owner Manual

SyncMaster 170T

Dual Interface(Analog/Digital)

Flat Panel Monitor

Owner’s Instructions

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Table of Contents

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Unpacking Your LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Setting up your LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Setting up an Ergonomic Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Monitor location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Workstation height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Viewing angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Kensington Security Slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Connecting Your LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Plug and Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Auto Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Self-Test Feature Check (STFC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Adjusting Your LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

User Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Automatic Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Direct-Access Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Auto Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

OSD Lock/Unlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

On-Screen Menu System (OSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Accessing the Menu System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

PowerSaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Speciﬁcations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Display Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Changing the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Removing the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Attaching an Arm-Type Stand or Wall Mount Hanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Maintenance of Your LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See back of Manual

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Safety Instructions

Before connecting the AC power cord to the DC adapter outlet, make sure the voltage

designation of the DC adapter corresponds to the local electrical supply. Never insert anything metallic into the openings in the cabinet of the liquid cristal display

(LCD) monitor; doing so may create the danger of electric shock. To avoid electric shock, never touch the inside of the LCD Monitor. Only a qualiﬁed

technician should open the case of the LCD Monitor. Never use your LCD Monitor if the power cord has been damaged. Do not allow anything

to rest on the power cord, and keep the cord away from areas where people can trip over it.

Be sure to hold the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting the LCD Monitor from an

electric socket. Openings in the LCD Monitor cabinet are provided for ventilation. To prevent overheating,

these openings should not be blocked or covered. Also, avoid using the LCD Monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface. Doing so may block the ventilation openings in the bottom of the cabinet. If you put the LCD Monitor in a bookcase or some other enclosed space, be sure to provide adequate ventilation.

Put your LCD Monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust

Do not expose the LCD Monitor to rain or use it near water (in kitchens, near swimming

pools, etc.). If the LCD Monitor accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact an authorized dealer immediately. You can clean the LCD Monitor with a damp cloth when necessary, but be sure to unplug the LCD Monitor ﬁrst.

Place the LCD Monitor on a solid surface and treat it carefully. The screen is made of thin

glass with a plastic front surface and can be damaged if dropped, hit or scratched. Do not clean the front panel with keton-type materials (e.g., acetone), ethyl alcohol, toluene, ethyl acid, methyl, or chloride – these may damage the panel.

Locate your LCD Monitor near an easily accessible AC outlet.

If your LCD 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 center.

High temperature can cause problems. Don’t use your LCD Monitor in direct sunlight, and

keep it away from heaters, stoves, ﬁreplaces, and other sources of heat. Unplug the LCD Monitor when it is going to be left unused for an extended period of time.

Unplug your LCD Monitor from the AC outlet before any service.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

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Unpacking Your LCD Monitor

Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

Coloriﬁc

& Driver

Warranty Card

(not available everywhere)

Manual

EXIT MENUAUTO EXIT

MENUAUTO A B

Monitor and Base

DC-Adapter

Power Cord

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15-pin D-Sub Signal Cable

DVI-D Signal Cable

(Optional)

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Setting up your LCD Monitor

Setting up an Ergonomic Workstation

Consider the advice given below before you install your monitor.

Monitor location

Choose a position that exposes you monitor to the least reﬂection from lights or windows, usually at a right angle to any window.

Workstation height

Place your LCD Monitor so that the top of the screen is slightly below your eye level when you are comfortably seated.

Viewing angle

Tilt the screen backward or forward to a comfortable viewing position.

AUTO

Figure 1. Tilt the screen

Kensington Security Slot

This monitor offers you the opportunity to secure your monitor using a Kensington-type security device. Kensington lock not included. Refer to your locking device documentation for installation instructions.

Figure 2. Kensington-type security slot location

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Setting up your LCD Monitor

Connecting Your LCD Monitor

This monitor offers a method for connection to both a PC and a workstation. One or both types of signal cables can be connected to the monitor simultaneously. Determine which connection method(s) you need and refer to the instructions below.

Figure 3. Cable connections (Analog)

Turn off your system and unplug its power cord.

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Attach the blue signal cable connector to the video port on the back of your computer.

Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the power adapter.

Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet.

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

complete.

Perform the auto adjustment procedure as described in “Auto Adjustment” on page 7.

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Setting up your LCD Monitor

(b)

(a)

Figure 4. Cable connections (Digital)

Turn off your computer and unplug its power cord.

Connect the signal cable to the DVI-D connector (1) on the back of your monitor.

Connect the other end of the cable to the video port on the back of your workstation.

Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the power adapter.

Secure the power adapter cord and the signal cable(s) under the metal prong.

Insert the tab on each side of the hinge cover (b) then attach the stand of the monitor.

Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby outlet.

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

complete.

Perform the auto adjustment procedure as described in “Auto Adjustment” on page 7.

(1)

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Setting up your LCD Monitor

Getting Help

If your monitor does not display an image, check your cable connections and refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 17. If you experience difﬁculties with the quality of the displayed image, run auto adjustment again and refer to “Adjusting Your LCD Monitor” on page 10 or “Troubleshooting” on page 17.

Plug and Play

Our adoption of the new VESA® Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug and Play compatible system without the usual hassles and confusion. Your PC system can easily identify and conﬁgure itself for use with your display. This monitor automatically tells the PC system its Extended Display Identiﬁcation (EDID) data using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols so the PC system can automatically conﬁgure itself to use the LCD Monitor.

Auto Adjustment

Even though your computer system can recognize your new LCD Monitor system, the auto adjustment function will optimize the display settings for use with your computer. Auto Adjustment can be accessed through the On-Screen Menu, see “Image Lock:” on page 13 or use the direct access instructions below:

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Turn on your computer and monitor.

Push the

The screen will dim and you may notice small changes to the screen image.

AUTO

button to open the Auto Adjustment OSD.

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