Main > Index Main Page Safety Instructions Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other Introduction Unpacking Front Rear Bottom Setup Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Automatic Manual Base Installation On-Screen Display Troubleshooting Check List Q&A Self-Test Feature Check Specifications General Specifications Preset Timing Modes PowerSaver Information Service Terms Regulatory Natural Color Authority Main > Safety Instructions > Notational 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 Main > Safety Instructions > Power 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. Notational Power Installation Clean Other If the size of your monitor is small, or if the same image is present for long periods of time, you may see afterimages due to damage to the fluorescent substance on the inside of the CRT. Do not use a damaged or loose plug. This may cause an electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. This may cause an electric shock or fire. Use only a properly grounded plug and recepticle. 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. 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. This may cause a fire. Main > Safety Instructions > Installation Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Notational Power Installation Clean Other Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor. Do not drop the monitor when moving it. This may cause damage to the product or human body. Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface. The monitor can cause injury by falling. Set down the monitor carefully. It could be damaged or broken. Do not place the monitor face down. The CRT surface may be damaged. Do not use the monitor without the monitor stand. It could break down or cause a fire due to bad ventilation. If the monitor must be used without the supplied stand, take steps to insure proper ventilation. Main > Safety Instructions > Clean Notational Power Installation When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the CRT, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not clean Flat monitor with water. Use a water-diluted mild detergent. (Some detergents contain significant amounts of alcohol-based solvents, which can damage (color change) or crack the monitor case. The antiglare/anti-static surface coating on the CRT may also be affected.) Dilute the detergent (1:10 ratio) with water before using. Clean Other Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor. Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth. You can prevent the coated CRT from being damaged or the monitor cabinet from being dissolved, cracked or discolored. You can buy a recommended detergent at any Samsung Service Center. If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth. 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. Main > Safety Instructions > Other Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside. This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Notational Power Installation Clean Other 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. This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor. 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. 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. 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. This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury. Keep the monitor away from any magnetic substances. This may cause discoloring or distortion of the image. Main > Introduction > Unpacking Monitor and Stand Power Cord Unpacking Front Rear Bottom Stand Signal Cable (Some models include a stand attached. ) Please make sure the following items are included 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 Main > Introduction > Front Unpacking Front Rear Bottom 1. Information button 2. Exit button 3. Adjust buttons 4. Menu button 5. Power indicator 6. Power button You can see the frequency (user control mode) used by the user, the polarity of the operational signals, the default frequency (default mode) set when you buy the monitor and the resolution level. Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD. These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item. This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the monitor saves your adjustments. Use this button to turn the monitor on and off. 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. Main > Introduction > Rear Unpacking Front Rear Bottom (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port 2. Signal port 3. BNC Connectors Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin D-sub connector on the back of your monitor. Connect the signal cable to the BNC signal port on the back of your monitor. Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections. Main > Introduction > Bottom Unpacking Front Rear Bottom 1. Signal port 2. Power port 3. Tilt/Swivel Base Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. You can separate the base from the monitor. Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation 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. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. 3. If you are using a Macintosh computer, connect the cable to a Macintosh adapter, and set the pins on your adapter(Adapter not included). A PC-compatible computer does not need an adapter. 4. Connect the signal cable to the BNC signal port on the back of your monitor/computer. 5. Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. Main > Setup > Installing the Monitor Driver Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation 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/ (Europe) 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 driver. 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 driver. 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.samsungusa.com/monitor/. 6. Monitor driver installation is completed. Main > Setup > Installing the Monitor Driver Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation 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/ (Europe) 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. 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.samsungusa.com/monitor/. 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. 2. 3. 4. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" Icon. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..". Choose "Monitor". 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. Click "Driver" and then click on "Update Driver.." then click on the "Next" button. 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". Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver). Click the "Open" button, then click "OK" button. Choose your monitor model and click the "Next" button then click "Next" button. 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. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Microsoft® Windows® Millennium Operating System Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". Double click "Display" icon. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button. ...