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SyncMaster 172MP/152MP
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User's Guide 2 Index Main Page Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Safety Instructions User Controls Notational User control buttons Power Direct-Access Features Installation On-Screen Display Cleaning OSD Functions Other Screen Adjustment Animation Clips Introduction Troubleshooting Unpacking Check before Calling for Service Front Problems and Solutions Rear Q & A Remote Control Specifications Setup General Specifications Connecting Your Monitor PowerSaver Connecting to a Computer Preset Timing Modes
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User's Guide 3 Safety Instructions - Notational 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
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User's Guide 4 Safety Instructions - Power When not used for extended periods of time, set your computer to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode. 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 receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage. Do not ex
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User's Guide 5 Safety Instructions - Installation Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. 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.
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User's Guide 6 Safety Instructions - Cleaning When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, 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. 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 mo
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User's Guide 7 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. 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 fire. Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor. This may ca
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User's Guide 8 Safety Instructions - Other Keep all power adaptors apart. Possible fire hazard. Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source. Possible fire hazard. Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adaptor before use. 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. Change the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to moving picture when you need t
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User's Guide 9 Introduction - Unpacking Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. User's Guide and Natural Color/ Power Cord Driver Installation CD Quick Setup Guide Signal Cable(15 pin D-Sub) Monitor Warranty Card DC Adapter (Not available in all locations) Audio Cable Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) TV Tuner Box (option)
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User's Guide 10 Introduction - Front For detailed information concerning the monitor functions, refer to User Controls under Adjusting Your Monitor. The monitor's front configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. 1. PC mode button 6. Up-Down button / Channel button 2. PIP mode button 7. Left-Right button / Volume button 3. Video mode button 8. Menu button 4. Audio mode button 9. Exit button 5. Power button / Power indicator 10. Auto button PIP(Picture in Picture)? Featu
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User's Guide 11 Introduction - Rear For detailed information concerning cable connections, refer to Connecting Cables under Setup. The monitor's rear configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. A. PC Connection Terminal 1. Power Connection Terminal (14V DC) 2. Computer Connection Terminal (15 Pin D -SUB) 3. Audio Connection Terminal (Audio (ST)) B. AV Connection Terminal 1. AV Audio (L,R) / Video connection terminal 2. S-Video connection terminal C. DVD/DTV Connection Te
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User's Guide 12 Introduction - Remote Control For detailed information of the Remote Control Unit functions, refer to Adjusting Your Monitor > User Controls > User Control Buttons > Remote Control buttons. The remote control's configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. The Remote control may function within a range of 0.23 to 33 feet (7cm to 10m) and 30 degrees to the left and right of the monitor's Remote Control Reception sensor. Button Names | Replacing Batteries | U
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User's Guide 13 Setup - Connecting Your Monitor Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. 1. Connecting to a Computer 1. Connect the power cord to the DC adapter and connect the adapter jack to the DC POWER port on the back of your monitor. 2. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer. 3. Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on the back of your computer. 4. Turn on both your computer and the moni
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User's Guide 14 Setup - Connecting to other devices This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or camcorder, or a DTV or TV without disconnecting the PC. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices, refer to User Controls under Adjusting Your Monitor. Connecting AV Devices | Connecting TV | Connecting DVD / DTV Set Top Box Connecting to a Macintosh | Connecting Headphone 1. Connecting AV Devices The monitor has AV connection terminal
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User's Guide 15 Setup - Connecting to other devices 2. Connecting TV (Connect a TV tuner box (option)) With a TV tuner box (option), you can watch TV simply by hooking up the monitor to an antenna or to your cable box. There is no need to buy a TV card which connects to a PC, or additional hardware or software. Contact a local Samsung Electronics service center to buy optional items. 1. Connect the antenna or the cable box to the TV tuner box using the "ANTENNA" terminal on the tuner box. 2
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User's Guide 16 Setup - Connecting to other devices 3. Connecting DVD / DTV Set Top Box Connect to the DVD / DTV Set Top Box input if the device has a DTV/DVD connector. You can watch DTV/DVD simply by hooking up the DTV/DVD with the monitor as long as the power is on. 1. Connect a video cable between the COMPONENT(Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the Monitor and the Y, Pb, Pr jacks on the DVD / DTV set top box. 2. Connect the Audio (R) and Audio (L) outputs on the DVD / DTV set top box to the Audio (R) an
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User's Guide 17 Setup - Connecting to other devices 5. Connecting Headphone You may connect your headphones to the monitor. 1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone-out port.
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User's Guide 18 Setup - Installing the Monitor Driver 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.samsungus
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User's Guide 19 Setup - Installing the Monitor Driver 2. Windows XP/2000 Refer to "Installing the Monitor Driver and User Manual" CD-ROM supplied with the monitor. When inserted into the computer CD drive, the CD-ROM boots up automatically. If it fails to boot up automatically, click twice in the CD-ROM drive folder of Windows Explorer. monsetup.exe 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"
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User's Guide 20 Setup - Installing the Monitor Driver 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.
