Samsung TC-240, TS240, TC-190 User Manual

LCD Monitor
User Manual

SyncMaster TC190, TC240

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.

Table Of Contents

MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Cleaning the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
INSTALLING THE PRODUCT
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Installing the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Removing the Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Attaching a Wall Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Connecting to your Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Connecting to another Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Connecting a SERIAL Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Connecting to your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Connecting with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Connecting a Stereo Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11
Connecting USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Connecting Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Connecting MIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Kensington Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
USING THE PRODUCT
What is a network monitor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Plug & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Standard Signal Mode Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Installing the Device Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Product Operating Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) . . . . 3-6
INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
Using Windows Embedded Standard 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
MagicRMS Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Natural Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
MagicTune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
MultiScreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
TROUBLESHOOTING
Monitor Self-Diagnosis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Before Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
MORE INFORMATION
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4

1 Major Safety Precautions

1-1 Before You Start

Icons used in this manual
ICON NAME MEANING
Caution Indicates cases where the function may not work or the setting may be canceled.
Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function.
Using this Manual
The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvement.
Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product.
If a problem occurs, refer to the 'Troubleshooting' section.
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.
The copyright of this manual is reserved by Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
The SAMSUNG logo and SyncMaster are the registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd.
Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
VESA, DPM and DDC are the registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standard Association.
All other trademarks mentioned herein belong to their respective companies.
An administration fee may be charged if either
(a) an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product (i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).
(b) you bring the unit to a repair centre and there is no defect in the product (i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).
The amount of such administration charge will be advised to you before any work or home visit is carried out.
Major Safety Precautions 1-1

1-2 Care and Maintenance

External Surface and Screen Maintenance
Clean the product with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not clean the product with an inflammable substance such as benzene or thinner or with a wet cloth. This may result in a problem with the product.
Do not scratch the screen with your fingernails or a sharp object.
This may result in scratches or damage to the product.
Do not clean the product directly by spraying water onto the product.
If water enters the product, it may result in fire, electric shock or a problem with the product.
A white stain may be generated on the surface of the high­glossy model due to the inherent characteristics of the material, if a supersonic humidifier is used.
The appearance and the color may differ depending on the model.
About persistent images
Displaying a still image for a long time may create a persistent image or stain on the screen. If you do not use the product for a long time, set the power-saving mode or screen saver.
Due to technological constraints of the LCD Panel manufacturer, the images generated by this product may appear either brighter or darker than normal by appr. 1ppm (parts per million) pixel.
The number of sub-pixels of an LCD panel by size: The number of Sub-Pixels = Max. Horizontal Resolution x Max. Vertical Resolution x 3
Example) If the maximum resolution is 1280x1024(1920 x 1080),the number of sub-pixels is 1280x1024(1920 x 1080) x 3 =3,932,160(6,220,800).
1-2 Major Safety Precautions

1-3 Cleaning the Monitor

Cleaning the Monitor
The panel and exterior of the cutting-edge LCD monitor scratch easily and require careful attention.
Clean the monitor according to the following steps:
1.Power off the monitor and computer.
2. Disconnect the power cable 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 with 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 cable to the product after cleaning the product.
6. Power on the monitor and computer.
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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
High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used nearby.
Be sure to contact Samsung CustomerService Center if the inside of the monitor needs cleaning.
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1-4 Safety Precautions

Icons used for safety precautions
ICON NAME MEANING
Warning
Caution
Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injury or even a fatality.
Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a personal injury or property damage.
Meaning of Signs
Do not perform. Must be followed.
Power Related
The product image used in the following pictures for your reference may look different from the actual product.
Warning
Avoid using a damaged power cable or plug or a loose power outlet.
Avoid connecting multiple electric appliances to a single wall outlet.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Avoid plugging in or unplugging the power supply with wet hands.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock.
Make sure to connect the power cable to a grounded wall outlet (for insulation class 1 equipment only).
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or injury.
Keep the power cable and the product away from a heater.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Otherwise, it may result in fire due to overheating of the wall outlet.
Plug the power cable in firmly.
Otherwise, it may result in fire.
Avoid bending or twisting the power cable excessively and avoid placing heavy objects on the cord.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire due to a damaged power cable.
If the pins of the power cable or the wall outlet are covered in dust, clean it using a dry cloth.
Otherwise, it may result in fire.
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Caution
Avoid unplugging the power cable while the product is operating.
Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock.
When unplugging the power cable from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Installation Related
Warning
Avoid placing burning candles, mosquito­repellent or cigarettes on the product and installing the product near a heater.
Otherwise, it may result in fire.
Make sure to use only the power cable supplied by Samsung. In addition, do not use the power cable of another electric appliance.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Connect the power cable to a wall outlet that can be easily reached.
When a problem occurs with the product, you must unplug the power cable to cut the power off completely. You cannot cut the power off completely using only the power button on the product.
Ask an installation engineer or relevant company to install the product onto a wall.
Otherwise, it may result in injury.
Make sure to use the specified wall mount.
Avoid installing the product in a badly-ventilated location such as inside a bookshelf or closet.
Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal over-heating.
Avoid installing the product in a location that is unstable or exposed to excessive vibrations such as on an unstable or slanted shelf.
The product may fall and this may result in damage to the product or injury.
If you use the product in a location exposed to excessive vibrations, it may result in a problem with the product or fire.
Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight or heat source such as a fire or heater.
This may shorten the product life cycle or cause fire.
Keep the plastic bags used to pack the product away from children.
If children place the plastic bags over their heads, they may suffocate.
Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rain drops) and installing it within a vehicle.
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Avoid installing the product at a height where children may reach it.
If a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury.
Since the front part is heavier, install the product on a flat and stable surface.
1-4 Major Safety Precautions
Caution
Do not let the product drop while moving it.
This may result in a problem with the product or injury.
When installing the product on a console or shelf, make sure that the front of the product does not protrude out of the console or shelf.
Otherwise, this may cause the product to fall off and result in a malfunction or injury.
Make sure to use a cabinet or shelf suitable to the size of the product.
If the product is installed in a location where the operating conditions vary considerably, a serious quality problem may occur due to the surrounding environment. In this case, install the product only after consulting one of our service engineers about the matter.
Places exposed to microscopic dust, chemicals, too high or low temperature, high humidity, such as airports or stations where the product is continuously used for a long time and so on.
Do not place the product face down on the floor.
This may damage the panel of the product.
When putting the product down, handle it gently.
Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury.
Usage Related
Warning
Since a high voltage runs through the product, never disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself.
Otherwise, it may result in fire or electric shock.
If the product needs to be fixed, contact a service center.
If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power cable immediately and contact a service center.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
If you drop the product or the case is dam­aged, turn the power off and unplug the power cable. Contact a service center.
Otherwise, it may result in fire or electric shock.
When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug the power cable and under no circumstance touch the antenna cable as this is dangerous.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly over the product parts.
Make sure that water does not enter the product.
Otherwise, it may result in fire, electric shock or a problem with the product.
Avoid letting children to hang or climb onto the product.
Otherwise, it may result in the product falling and this may result in injury or death.
Avoid placing objects such as toys and cookies on top of the product.
If a child hangs over the product to grab an object, the object or the product may fall and this may result in injury or even death.
Avoid dropping an object over the product or cause impact to the product.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Major Safety Precautions 1-4
Avoid moving the product by pulling the power cable or antenna cable.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable.
Avoid lifting up or move the product by holding only the power cable or signal cable.
When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the product or the power cable and ventilate immediately.
A spark may result in an explosion or fire.
During a thunder or lighting storm, do not touch the power cable or antenna cable.
Avoid using or placing inflammable spray or objects near the product.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable.
Take care not to block the vent by a table cloth or curtain.
Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal overheating.
Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product.
If water or an alien substance enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cable and contact a service center.
Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.
This may result in an explosion or fire.
Avoid inserting metal objects such as a chopsticks, coins or hairpins, or inflammable objects into the product (the vents, ports, etc).
If water or an alien substance enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cable and contact a service center.
Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.
Caution
Displaying a still image for a long time may create a persistent image or stain on the screen.
If you do not use the product for a long time, use the power-saving mode or set the screensaver to the moving picture mode.
Set the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product.
Otherwise, it may result in eye strain.
Watching the product from too close a distance continuously may damage your eyesight.
It is important to give your eyes some rest (5 minutes every hour) when viewing the product screen for long periods of time.
This will alleviate any eye strain.
When not using the product for a long time such as leaving your home, unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
Otherwise, it may cause dust accumulation and result in fire caused by overheating or short circuit or result in an electric shock.
Avoid turning the product upside down or move the product holding only the stand.
This may cause the product to fall resulting in damage to the product or injury.
Avoid using a humidifier or cooker near the product.
Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
Since the display panel is hot after using it for a long time, do not touch the product.
1-4 Major Safety Precautions
Keep small accessories away from the children. Take care when adjusting the angle of the
Avoid placing a heavy object over the product.
Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury.
Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product
Maintain the correct posture when using this product.
Straighten your back.
Keep a distance of 45~50 cm(18~ 20inches) from your eyes to the screen. Look down at
the screen and face the screen forwards.
Adjust the angle of the product so that light is not reflected onto the screen.
Keep your elbow at a right angle and keep your arm level with the back of your hand.
Keep your elbow at a right angle.
Place your heels flat on the ground while keeping your knees at an angle of 90 degrees or higher and maintain the position of your arm so that your arm is below your heart.
product or the height of the stand.
If your hand or finger is caught, you may be injured.
If the product is tilted excessively, the product may fall and this may result in injury.
Major Safety Precautions 1-4

2 Installing the Product

2-1 Package Contents

If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local dealer to purchase optional items.
Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included.
Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product at a later stage.
Monitor
CONTENTS
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual Power Cable
OPTIONAL PARTS
Keyboard (USB) Mouse (USB) D-Sub Cable Stereo Cable
Headphone MIC
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.
2-1 Installing the Product

2-2 Installing the Stand

Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards.
Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth so that the front of the product is facing downwards.
Turn the stand in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Do not remove the stopper pin before installing the base.
Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure.
Insert the stand base into the stand connection part in the direction shown in the figure.
Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that it is completely fixed.
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After the installation of the base, stand the monitor up as shown in the figure. Now you can remove the stopper pin to adjust the stand.
The height of the product can be adjusted after removing the stopper pin.
- Caution
Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand.
The colour and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
Disassembly is in the reverse order of assembly.
2-2 Installing the Product

2-3 Removing the Stand

Before installation, disassemble the product according to the following steps.
Lift up the monitor stand to the maximum angle with your left hand, and remove the back decoration cover with your right hand, as shown in the figure.
Remove the two screws( ).
The stand can be detached after removing the screws.
Remove the stand arm in the direction shown in the figure.
The colour and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
Installing the Product 2-3

2-4 Attaching a Wall Mount

This product provides a wall mount of 100 mm x 100 mm(200 mm x 100 mm) that complies with the VESA specifications.
100 mm x 100 mm 200 mm x 100 mm
Wall Mount Base
Wall Mount Kit (Optional)
1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
2. Place a soft cloth or cushion on a flat surface to protect the panel and place the product face down.
3. Separate the stand.
4. Align the groove of the Monitor's wall mount base with the groove in the wall mount ki and firmly fix the wall mount kit by
fastening the screws.
If you use a screw that is longer than the standard specifications, the inside of the product may be damaged.
For wall mounts that are not compatible with the standard VESA specifications, the length of the screw may differ depending on the corresponding specifications.
Do not use screws that are incompatible with the standard VESA specifications and do not assemble them using excessive force.
This may result in damage to the product or injury due to the product falling. Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage or injury.
Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage to the product or injury caused by using a stand that is not compatible with the specified specifications or due to an installation not performed by an authorized installation engineer.
When installing the product using a wall mount, purchase a wall mount that provides at least 4 inches (10 cm) of space from the wall.
Samsung shall not be held liable for any problems caused by using a stand that is not compatible with the specified specifications.
Use a wall mount according to specifications of your country.
2-4 Installing the Product

2-5 Connecting to your Network

The connecting part may differ depending on the product model.
Connect between the [LAN] port on the product and your network using a LAN cable.
Installing the Product 2-5

2-6 Connecting Power

To use the product, connect the power cable to a power outlet and the [POWER] port on the product. (The input voltage is switched automatically.)
When the product is connected to a PC, you can turn the product on and use it.
2-6 Installing the Product

2-7 Connecting to another Monitor

Connect between the [VIDEO OUT] port on the product and the D-Sub port on your monitor using a D-Sub cable.
Connect to the [VIDEO OUT] port to display the same picture on another monitor.
(For presentation purposes)
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