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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 215TW Install drivers Install programs...
  • Page 2 Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Prohibited Do not disassemble Do not touch Power When not used for extended period 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.
  • Page 3 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. Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose.
  • Page 4 This may cause damage to the product or human body. Install the monitor base in a showcase or shelf so that the end of the base does not protrude from the showcase or shelf. Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal injury. Do not place the product on the floor.
  • Page 5 Installation by unqualified personnel may result in injury. Always use the mounting device specified in the owner's manual. When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall (more than 10 cm / 4 inch) for ventilation purposes. Poor ventilation may cause an increase in the internal temperature of the product, resulting in a shortened component life and degraded performance.
  • Page 6 Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or fire. Others Do not remove cover (or back). This may cause an electric shock or 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 an authorized dealer or...
  • Page 7 Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Do not place water containers, chemical products or small metal objects on the monitor. This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire. If a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord and contact the Service Center Keep the product away from combustible chemical sprays or inflammable...
  • Page 8 To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of using the monitor. Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location prone to vibrations. Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal injury. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may shorten the lifetime of the product or may catch fire.
  • Page 9 Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Contact a local dealer to buy optional items. Unpacking Monitor Manual User's Guide, Monitor Driver, Warranty Card Quick Setup Guide Natural Color, MagicTune™, (Not available in all locations) MagicRotation software Cable...
  • Page 10 D-sub Cable Power Cord Sold separately S-Video Cable RCA Cable Component Cable DVI Cable Audio Cable Front MENU button Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
  • Page 11 Adjust buttons [ These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu. MagicBright™ is a new feature providing optimum viewing Analog/Digital(PC) : environment depending on the contents of the image you are MagicBright™ button watching. Currently six different modes are available: Custom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport and Movie.
  • Page 12 Power button [ ] / Power indicator Speaker 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. Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1.
  • Page 13 2. DVI/PC IN 3. COMPONENT IN 4. S-VIDEO / VIDEO / R - AUDIO - L Kensington Lock 6. Stand Stopper 1. DVI(HDCP) : Connect the DVI cable to the DVI(HDCP) port on the back of your monitor. 2. RGB : Connect the signal cable to the RGB port on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 14 Connecting the Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Monitor

    Connecting the Monitor Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. 2-1. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, RGB port on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 16 or a camcorder without disconnecting the PC. The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product. 1. Connecting AV Devices The monitor has AV connection terminals to connect AV input devices like DVD, VCR or Camcorder.

  • Page 17: Using The Stand

    1. Connect the Audio OUT port of the DVD or VCR (DVD / DTV set top box) and the R- AUDIO-L port of the monitor with the AV(RCA) cable. 2. Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to the PR, PB, Y input ports using a component video cable (PR, PB, Y).
  • Page 18 ), By adopting a stand that can be rotated clockwise by 90 degrees, users can view the LCD screen in the Landscape or Portrait position according to taste. To rotate the LCD panel to the Portrait position, first lift it up to its maximum height, tilt it backwards and then rotate it clockwise.
  • Page 19 Using ( ), You can adjust the tilt anlgle within a range of 5° forward to 15° backward for the most comfortable viewing angle. Removing the base 1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord. 2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the screen.

  • Page 20: Installing The Monitor Driver (Automatic)

    10cm away from the wall surface. Contact the nearest Samsung Service Center for more information. Samsung Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused by using a base other than those specified. Please use Wall Mount according to the International standards.
  • Page 21 4. 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.com/.

  • Page 22: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)

    Follow the directions 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.com/ http://www.samsung.com/monitor http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ ® ®...
  • Page 23 " OK " button. This monitor driver is under certified MS logo,and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 9. Click the " Close " button then click " OK " button continually.
  • Page 24 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.

  • Page 25: Natural Color

    Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI). This system is available only for Samsung monitors and makes the color of the images on the monitor the same as the printed or scanned images.
  • Page 26 Natural Color will be executed. Click Natural Color on the initial screen to install the Natural Color software. To install the program manually, insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD- ROM Drive, click the [Start] button of Windows and then select [Execute].
  • Page 27 Use this button for open the on-screen menu and exits from the menu MENU screen or closes screen adjustment menu. Analog/Digital(PC) : MagicBright™ MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes.
  • Page 28 AUTO : Available in Analog mode only Menu When the ' AUTO ' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Press to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal. The values of fine,coarse and position are adjusted automatically.
  • Page 29 Menu After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is locked (unlocked). Locked Even if you use the OSD adjustment lock function, you can still adjust MagicBright™/Mode and Brightness and Contrast of the monitor. Menu Analog/Digital(PC) : MagicBright™ MagicBright™...
  • Page 30 Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes. (Custom → Text → Internet → Game → Sports → Movie ) MagicBright™ AV/S-Video/Component : Mode / Mode The Monitor has four automatic picture settings that are preset at the factory. Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes.
  • Page 31 Menu Selects the input signal while the OSD is off. (When the source button is pressed to change the input mode, a message appears in the upper left of the screen displaying the current mode -- SOURCE Analog, Digital, AV, S-Video and Component input signal.) Note : Changing the source is allowed only in external devices that are connected to the monitor at the time.
  • Page 32 Input The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Menu Use to select PC or other external input sources connected to the Monitor. Use to select the screen of your choice. 1) Analog Source List 2) Digital...
  • Page 33 The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Menu MagicBright™ is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
  • Page 34 - Available in PC/DVI Mode Only Color Tone 1) PC : Cool / Normal / Warm / Custom 2) DVI : Cool / Normal / Warm Adjust the individual R, G, B color controls. - Available in PC Mode Only 1) Red Color Control 2) Green...
  • Page 35 Picture (AV/S-Video/Component) The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Menu The Monitor has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory.
  • Page 36 The tone of the color can be changed. The individual color Components are also user Color Tone customizable. Cool2 / Cool1 / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2 You can switch the Size. AV / S-Video : Wide / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / 4:3 Size Component : Wide / 4:3 You can turn Film Mode Off / On.
  • Page 37 The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Menu Turn the PIP Screen on or off. You can view a picture from AV, S-Video, or Component through the PIP screen in Analog and Digital (PC) mode.
  • Page 38 The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Menu You can choose one of 11 languages. Language Changes the opaqueness of the background of the OSD. 1) High 2) Medium Transparency...
  • Page 39 Overview Installation OSD Mode Overview What is MagicTune™? Monitor performance can vary due to the graphics card, host computer lighting conditions and other environmental factors. In order to get the best image on a monitor requires you to adjust it for your unique setting.
  • Page 40 Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the MagicTune™ installation file. 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the InstallationShield Wizard window appears, click "Next." 5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.
  • Page 41 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installation Status" window appears.

  • Page 42: System Requirements

    9. Click "Finish." 10. When the installation is complete, the MagicTune executable icon appears on your desktop. Double-click the icon to start the program. Magictune execution icon may not appear depending on specification of computer system or monitor. If that happens, press F5 Key. Installation Problems The installation of MagicTune™...
  • Page 43 Windows™ 98 SE Windows™ Me Windows™ 2000 Windows™ XP Home Edition Windows™ XP Professional It is recommended using MagicTune in Windows™ 2000 or later. Hardware 32MB Memory above 25MB Hard disk space above website * For more information, visit the MagicTune...

  • Page 44: Button Tab Definition

    Overview Installation OSD Mode MagicTune allows for quick accurate tuning of the display with the ability to easily save and use monitor configurations that are best suited for you. OSD mode may appear inconsistent with the explanation in guidance book depending on specification of each monitor. When Rotation is functioning, part of MagicTune Program may not operate normally.

  • Page 45: Color Tab Definition

    - including web images and ones produced by a digital camera or scanner. MagicColor is a new technology that Samsung has exclusively developed to improve digital image and to display natural color more clearly without disturbing image quality.

  • Page 46: Image Tab Definition

    well as pictures taken by a digital camera or scanner through Windows. Saturation - To adjust the chroma. 6-Color Hue - To adjust the color tone. Reset - To reset the monitor settings to the factory defaults. Image Tab Definition Adjusts the Fine , Coarse and Position values.

  • Page 47: Support Tab Definition

    Support Tab Definition Shows the Asset ID and the version number of the program, and allows you to use the Help feature. Visit the MagicTune website or click to open the Help files (User Manual) if you need any Help help installing or running MagicTune.

  • Page 48: Color Calibration

    Overview Installation OSD Mode Color Calibration 1. Color Calibration Color Calibration guides you to get optimal color condition for your monitor. Proceed following 5steps for getting optimal monitor color condition . 1. Control "Brightness control bar" for matching the brightness of control patch and the brightness of background pattern 2.
  • Page 49 2. Press "View Uncalibrated" button to see the original image.
  • Page 50 Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall The MagicTune™ program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the Windows™ Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove MagicTune™. 1. Go to [Task Tray] ' [Start] ' [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows™...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Products from other manufacturers may cause errors. Only Samsung products are able to support this feature. An error may occur even when your monitor is manufactured by Samsung but is out of date. Check if your monitor is able to support MagicTune™.
  • Page 52 As the Highlight program uses the communication lines, please exit the Highlight program before you can access MagicTune™. Some of Samsung CDT monitors support the Highlight feature. When using both the Highlight feature and MagicTune™ simultaneously, conflicts occur, which cause errors.
  • Page 53 Visit the MagicTune™ and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC. the graphic card, visit our website to check the compatible graphic card list provided. http://www.samsung.com/monitor/MagicTune Download the latest program. The program can be downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/MagicTune...
  • Page 54 This greatly improves the user's productivity allowing him the flexibility to switch between landscape and portrait modes. The MagicRotation Software from Samsung Electronics, Inc. provides the user with a rotation feature (0, 90, 180, 270 orientation) that facilitates the optimum utilization of computer display screen, better viewing and improved user productivity.
  • Page 55 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the InstallShield Wizard window appears, click "Next." 5. Select "I accept the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program.
  • Page 56 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Setup Status" window appears. 9. Click "Finish." Have to reboot the system in order for the MagicRotation to work properly.

  • Page 57: Installation Problems

    10. When the installation is complete, the MagicRotation executable icon appears on your desktop. Installation Problems The installation of MagicRotation can be affected by the factors such as video card, motherboard and the network environment. "Troubleshooting" if you have trouble during installation. Limitation 1.
  • Page 58 Windows™ XP Home Edition Windows™ XP Professional Hardware 128MB Memory above(recommended) 25MB Free Hard disk space above Service Packs It is recommended that your System has the latest Service Pack installed. For Windows™ NT 4.0, it is recommended to install Internet Explorer 5.0 and above with Active Desktop component.
  • Page 59 Rotate : Display will get rotated by the unit of 90 degree. Rotate to 0 : Display will get rotated to 0 degree from the current angle of Rotation. Rotate to 90 : Display will be rotated 90 degrees from the current angle.
  • Page 60 Rotate to 180 : Display will be rotated 180 degrees from the current angle. Rotate to 270 : Display will be rotated 270 degrees from the current angle. Hot key : Hot Keys are available by default and can be changed by user. It can be assigned by user directly with keyboard after changing the existing HotKey .
  • Page 61 Overview Installation Interface Uninstall The MagicRotation program can be removed only by using the "Add/Remove Programs" option of the Windows Control Panel. Perform the following steps to remove MagicRotation. 1. Go to [Task Tray] ' [Start] ' [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows™...
  • Page 62 3. Check if the problem occurs without installing MagicRotation Software. If the problem is repeating in any/all of the following scenarios then it may be the problem with your installed "Display Driver" : In order to correct the problem you need to perform the following steps : 1.
  • Page 63 Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call Information section or contact your Symptom Check List No images on the Is the power cord screen.
  • Page 64 There is no image on the screen. Is the Power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1 second intervals? Connected using the DVI cable? I cannot see the On Have you locked the Screen Display. On Screen Display (OSD) Menu to prevent changes? The screen shows Is the screen displaying...
  • Page 65 Some graphic cards may not support your monitor. When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our website to check the compatible graphic card list provided. http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune Download the latest program. The program can be downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune.
  • Page 66 Self-Test Feature Check Self-Test Feature Check Warning Messages Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. 1. Self-Test Feature Check 1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor. 2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 3.
  • Page 67 then contact the Service Center or your dealer. Judging the monitor's working condition If there is no image on the screen or a "Not Optimum Mode","Recommended Mode 1680 X 1050 60 Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on.
  • Page 68 General General Model Name SyncMaster 215TW LCD Panel Size 21" Wide Diagonal (54 cm) Display area 518.4 mm (H) x 324.0 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.270 mm (H) x 0.270 mm (V) Type a-si TFT active matrix Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color...
  • Page 69 ENERGY STAR Power saving mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Blue Blue, Blinking Less than 2 W (Off-mode) ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® Power off (Power S/W off ) Black Less than 1 W ® compliant and ENERGY2000...
  • Page 70 Preset Timing Modes If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Table 1.
  • Page 71 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 BRAZIL 0800-124-421 CHILE 800-726-7864 (SAMSUNG) COSTA RICA 0-800-507-7267...
  • Page 72 JAPAN 0120-327-527 MALAYSIA 1800-88-9999 PHILIPPINES 1800-10-SAMSUNG (7267864) SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG (7267864) THAILAND 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 SOUTH AFRICA 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) U.A.E 800SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/cz http://www.samsung.com/dk http://www.samsung.com/fi http://www.samsung.com/fr http://www.samsung.de http://www.samsung.com/hu http://www.samsung.com/it http://www.samsung.lu http://www.samsung.com/nl http://www.samsung.com/no http://www.samsung.com/pl http://www.samsung.com/pt http://www.samsung.com/sk...
  • Page 73 Terms Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The distance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: mm Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user.
  • Page 74 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 75 Tultitlán, Estado de México, C.P. 54940 Tel: 01-55-5747-5100 / 01-800-726-7864 EXPORTADO POR: Samsung Electronics CO.,LTD. 416, Mae tan-3dong, Yeongtong - gu, Suwon City, Gyeonggi-do Korea...
  • Page 76 PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free) LCD Monitors and TVs may have image retention when switching from one image to another especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time. This guide is to demonstrate correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them from Image retention.
  • Page 77 The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to set your PC or System to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it. Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions. Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns.
  • Page 78 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.

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