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Samsung SyncMaster 181T Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2 Main Page Safety Instructions Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other Introduction Unpacking Front Rear Setup Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Windows 2000 Other Operating System Installing VESA compliant mounting On-Screen Display Troubleshooting Check List Q & A Self-Test Feature Check Specifications General Specifications PowerSaver...
  • Page 3 Notational Power Installation Clean Other Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Prohibited Do not disassemble Do not touch Important to read and understand at all times Disconnect the plug from the outlet Grounding to prevent an electric shock...
  • Page 4 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. 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 flourescent substance on the inside of the TFT-LCD.
  • Page 5 Notational Power Installation Clean Other 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.
  • Page 6 Notational Power Installation Clean Other 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.
  • Page 7 Notational Power Installation Clean 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 contact an authorized dealer or immediately and...
  • Page 8 SyncMaster 181T Monitor and Stand Unparking Front Rear 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 Power Cord Signal Cable DVI Cable Quick Setup Guide...
  • Page 9 SyncMaster 191T Unparking Front Rear Pivot Stand and S/W CD(Option) Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, Monitor and Stand contact your dealer. Power Cord DC-Adapter Signal Cable DVI Cable Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all locations) User's Guide and Driver Installation...
  • Page 10 Unparking Front Rear 1.Analog(A)/Digital(B) indicator 2. Auto button 3. Exit button 4,5. Adjust buttons 6. Menu button 7. Power button 8. Power indicator Note: See PowerSaver For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
  • Page 11 SyncMaster 181T Unparking Front Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port 2. DVI Port 3. Signal Port 4. Power on/off Switch Note: See Connecting Your Monitor Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.
  • Page 12 SyncMaster 191T Unparking Front Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port 2. DVI Port 3. Signal Port Note: See Connecting Your Monitor Connect the DC Adapter for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.
  • Page 13 SyncMaster 181T 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.
  • Page 14 SyncMaster 191T Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Installing VESA compliant mounting 1. Connect the DC Adapter for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. 2. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor. 3.
  • Page 15 1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver. 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. http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Europe) http://www.samsungmonitor.com/ (USA) http://www.sec.co.kr/ (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/...
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 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. Windows Me Windows 98 Windows 95 http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Europe) http://www.samsungmonitor.com/ (USA) http://www.sec.co.kr/ (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/...
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 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.
  • Page 20 ® ® 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.
  • Page 21 Removing the base Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Installing VESA compliant mounting 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 22: On Screen Display

    On Screen Display...
  • Page 23 On Screen Display Menu Brightness Adjust the Brightness. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button. 2 Push the Menu ( ) button to open the Brightness adjustment screen. 3 Use the + button to increase the brightness or - button to decrease the brightness.

  • Page 24: Image Lock

    On Screen Display Menu Image Lock Fine Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image by removing noises that creates unstable images with jitters and shimmers. If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse adjustment and then use Fine again.
  • Page 25 On Screen Display Menu Position H-Position Follow these instructions to change the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button. 2 Push the - button or + button until the Position screen is displayed. 3 Push the Menu ( ) button twice to open the H-Position adjust- ment screen.

  • Page 26: Geometry Reset

    On Screen Display Menu Reset Geometry Reset Geometry parameters are replaced with the factory default values. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button. 2 Push the - button or + button until the Reset screen is displayed. 3 Push the Menu ( ) button twice to open the Geometry Reset ad- justment screen.

  • Page 27: Color Temperature

    On Screen Display Menu Color Temperature Color Temperature Color temperature is a measure of the "warmth"of the image colors. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button. 2 Push the - button or + button until the Color Temperature screen is displayed.

  • Page 28: Image Size

    On Screen Display Menu Image Size If your computer or video board supplies a signal rate and addressability lower than 1280 x 1024, this LCD Monitor provides a scaling processor that can expand the addressability up to 1280 x 1024. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button.
  • Page 29 On Screen Display Menu How to adjust Halftone Change the opaqueness of the background of the OSD. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button. 2 Push the - button or + button until the Halftone screen is displayed. 3 Push the Menu ( ) button to open the Halftone selection screen.

  • Page 30: Menu Position(H-Position)

    On Screen Display Menu Menu Position(H-Position) You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button. 2 Push the - button or + button until the Menu Position screen is displayed.

  • Page 31: Menu Display Time

    On Screen Display Menu Menu Display Time The menu will automatically turn off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period. You can set the amount of time the menu will wait before it turns off. 1 Push the Menu ( ) button.

  • Page 32: Auto Adjustment

    On Screen Display Menu Auto Adjustment Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. 1 Push the Auto button. Note:To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' function while the AUTO PATTERN is on.
  • Page 33 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 the phone number on the warranty card, the phone number on the Information section or contact your Check List Symptom Q &...
  • Page 34 strange after running a program or due to a crash between applications? Has the video card been set properly? Have you changed the video The screen card or the driver? suddenly has become unbalanced. Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency to the monitor? The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals.
  • Page 35 Question How can I change the frequency? Check List Q & A Self-Test Feature Check How can I adjust the resolution? How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Answer Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.
  • Page 36 Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Check List Q & A 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 37 A monitor recreates visual signals received from the PC. Therefore, if there is trouble with the PC or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact a service center or your dealer.
  • Page 38 SyncMaster 181T General Model Name LCD Panel General Size PowerSaver Preset Timing Display area Modes Pixel Pitch Type Viewing Angle Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color 16.7M (True) Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog 0.7 Vpp,Digital TMDS™ positive at 75 ohms...
  • Page 39 SyncMaster 191T General Model Name LCD Panel Size General Display area PowerSaver Pixel Pitch Preset Timing Type Modes Viewing Angle Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color 16.7M (True) Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog 0.7 Vp-p positive at 75 ohms Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level positive or negative Maximum Pixel Clock...
  • Page 40 This monitor is EPA E compliant and ENERGY2000 compliant NERGY when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. TAR ® As an E Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product NERGY TAR ® meets the E guidelines for energy efficiency. NERGY...
  • Page 41 TAR ® This monitor is EPA E NERGY when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. TAR ® As an E Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product NERGY TAR ® meets the E guidelines for energy efficiency. NERGY...
  • Page 42 SyncMaster 181T 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.
  • Page 43 SyncMaster 191T 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 44 Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona) Tel. : (93) 261 67 00 Fax. : (93) 261 67 50 http://samsung.es/ SOUTH AFRICA : samsung Electronics,5 Libertas Road, Somerset Office Park, Bryanston Ext 16. Po Box 70006, Bryanston,2021, South Africa Tel : 0027-11-549-1621 Fax : 0027-11-549-1629 http://www.samsung.co.za/ CANADA : samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
  • Page 45 Mexico D.F. Tel. 01 57 47 51 00 Fax. 01 57 47 52 02 RFC: SEM950215S98 http://www.samsung.com.mx/ IMPORTADO POR: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. EXPORTADO POR: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD. HUNGARY : samsung Electronics Magyar Rt 1039, Budapest, Lehel u. 15-17.
  • Page 46 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 Service Vertical Frequency Terms The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image...
  • Page 47 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The party responsible for product compliance: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 85 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA Tel) 408-544-5124 Fax) 408-544-5191 Provided with this monitor is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations.
  • Page 48 MPR II Compliance This monitor complies with SWEDAC(MPR II) recommendations for reduced electric and magnetic Service fields. Terms Regulatory European Notice (Europe only) Natural Color Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (92/31/EEC), For Better Display (93/68/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the Authority European Community.
  • Page 49 The requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electrical and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety. The environmental demands concern among other things restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons), and chlorinated solvents.
  • Page 50 Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted Service electronics products.
  • Page 51 Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. It damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury. It also demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics Service components associated with the labelled unit.
  • Page 52 For more information, refer to Help (F1) in the software program. How to install the Natural Color software Insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD-ROM Drive. Then, the initial screen of the program installation will be executed. Click Natural Color on the initial screen to install the Natural Color software.
  • Page 53 For Better Display 1. Adjust computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) in control panel of computer as described below to enjoy the best quality of picture. You can have an uneven Service quality of picture in the screen if the best quality of picture is not provided in TFT-LCD. Terms Regulatory Resolution: 1280 x 1024...
  • Page 54 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Service Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Terms Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or Regulatory consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Natural Color For Better Display Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.;...

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