Samsung SyncMaster 760TFT, SyncMaster 760VTFT, SyncMaster 171V, SyncMaster 760V User Manual

SyncMaster 760TFT/760VTFT/171V

Main Page On-Screen Display

Safety Instructions Troubleshooting

Notational Check List

Power Q & A

Installation Self-Test Feature Chec k

Cleaning

Other

Introduction Specifications

Unpacking General Specifications

Front PowerSaver

Rear Preset Display Modes

Setup Information

Connecting Your Monitor Service

Installing the Monitor Driver Terms

Regulatory

Natural Color

Installing VESA compliant mounting For Better Display

Authority

Automatic

Manual

Notational

Power

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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.

z This may cause an electric shock or fire.

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

z This may cause an electric shock or fire.

Use only a properly grounded plug and recepticle.

z 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.

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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Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet.

z Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.

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

z An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.

Do not drop the monitor when moving it.

z 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.

It could be damaged or broken.

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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.

This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire.

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

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

z 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.

z This may cause an electric shock or a fire.

Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor.

z 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.

z This will reduce eye fatigue.

Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor.

This may cause an explosion or fire.

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

z 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.

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.

Unparking

Front Rear

Power Cord

Signal Cable

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Card

(Not available in all locations)

User's Guide and Driver Installation CD

Monitor and Stand

Pivot Stand and S/W CD(Option)

Please make sure the following items are included

with your monitor. If any items are missing,

contact your dealer.

SyncMaster 760TFT/ 760VTFT

Unpacking

Front Rear

Monitor and Stand

Please make sure the following items are

included with your monitor. If any items are

missing,

contact your dealer.

Power Cord

Signal Cable

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Card

(Not available in all locations)

User's Guide and Driver Installation CD

SyncMaster 171V

Unparking

Front

Rear

1. Auto button

Use this button to auto adjustment direct access.

2. Exit button

Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.

3. Power button

Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.

4. Power indicator

This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the monitor saves your adjustments.

5,6. Adjust buttons

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

7. Menu button

Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.

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 760TFT/ 760VTFT

Unpacking

Front

Rear

1. Auto button

Use this button to auto adjustment direct access.

2. Exit button

Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.

3. Adjust buttons

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

4. Menu button

Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item.

5. Power button

Use this button to turn the monitor on and off.

6. Power indicator

This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the monitor saves your adjustments.

SyncMaster 171V

Unparking

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 760TFT/ 760VTFT

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 171V

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.

SyncMaster 760TFT/ 760VTFT

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.

SyncMaster 171V

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 system to another. Follow the directions as 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-monitor.com/ (Worldwide)

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

Windows ME/98/95

1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.

2. Click "Windows ME/98/95 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.

Connecting Your Monitor

Installing the Monitor Driver

Installing VESA compliant mounting

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.

Windows XP

Windows 2000

Windows Me

Windows 98

Windows 95

Windows NT

Linux

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

Internet web site : 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.

Connecting Your Monitor

Installing the Monitor Driver

Installing VESA compliant mounting

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.

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/.

9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.

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. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..".

4. Choose "Monitor".

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.

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.

Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Operating System

1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".

2. Double click "Display" icon.

3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.

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. (You can get some other screen for warning message or others, then click the appreciate

option for your monitor.)

Microsoft® Windows® 98 Operating System

1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel".

2. Double click "Display" icon.

3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button.

4. Select the "Monitor" tab.

5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area then click "Next" button.

6. Choose "Display a list of all the driver.." then click "Next" button.

Microsoft® Windows® 95 Operating System

First determine the Windows 95 version installed on your computer by right-clicking the My Computer icon on PC and selecting Properties. The version number is listed under System. Perform the steps for the appropriate version.

Version 4.00.950A

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click "Display" icon.

2. In the "Display Properties" window, click the "Settings" tab and click "Change Display Type".

3. In the "Change Display Type" window, click "Change" and then click "Have Disk".

4. Click "browse.." button and specify A:\(D:\driver) and click "OK".

5. In the Select Device window, click the appropriate monitor model and then click OK.

6. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the "Display Properties" dialogue box.

Version 4.00.950B

1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click "Display" icon.

2. In the "Display Properties" window, click the Settings tab and then click "Advanced Properties" button.

3. In the "Advanced Display Properties" window, click the "Monitor" tab and then click "Change" button.

4. In the "Select Device" window, click "Have Disk" button.

5. Click "browse.." button and specify A:\(D:\driver) and click "OK".

6. In the "Select Device" window, click the appropriate monitor model and then click "OK".

7. 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 Display 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.

10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware.

7. Click the "Have Disk" button, then click "browse.." button.

8. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button.

9. The "Select Device" dialogue box will appear. Select "Show all devices" then choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you connected to your computer and click OK.

10. Continue choosing "Close" button and "O.K" button until you close the Display Properties dialogue box.

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