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Samsung SyncMaster 950B User Manual

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  • Page 2 Index Main Page Safety Instructions Natational Power Installation Cleaning Other Introduction Unpacking Front Rear Bottom Setup Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver — Windows 2000 — Other Operating System Base Installation User’s Manual On-Screen Display General Highlight Zone Troubleshooting Check List Q &...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Notational Warning/Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Notation Conventions Prohibited Do not disassemble Do not touch User’s Manual Important to read and understand at all times Disconnect the plug from the outlet Grounding to prevent an electric shock...
  • Page 4 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. 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 CDT.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions Power 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.
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions Installation Do not place the monitor face down. • • The CDT 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. •...
  • Page 8 You can prevent the coated CDT 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.
  • Page 9 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.
  • Page 10 Safety Instructions Other 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.
  • Page 11 Introduction Unparking • Monitor and Stand (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. User’s Manual • Power Cord • Stand • Quick Setup Guide •...
  • Page 12 Introduction Front 1. Highlight button The Highlight Zone ensures clear images on TVs, video conferencing systems or photos by emphasizing a certain area on the screen. 2. Exit button Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD. 3.
  • Page 13 Introduction Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port 2. Signal Cable Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.
  • Page 14 Introduction Bottom 1. Signal Cable 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.

  • Page 15: Connecting Your Monitor

    Setup Connecting Your Monitor 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 video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card.
  • Page 16 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/ http://www.samsungmonitor.com/ http://www.sec.co.kr/ http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ Windows ME/98/95 1.
  • Page 17 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 18 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. http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Europe) http://www.samsungmonitor.com/ (USA) http://www.sec.co.kr/...
  • Page 19 Setup 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"...
  • Page 20 Setup 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. 10. Monitor driver installation is completed.
  • Page 21 Setup ® Microsoft Windows 1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". 2. Double click "Display" icon. 3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button. 4. Select the "Monitor" tab. 5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area. 6.
  • Page 22 Setup 7. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the "Display Properties" dialogue box. ® Microsoft Windows 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click Display icon. 2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click All Display Modes.

  • Page 23: Base Installation

    User’s Manual Setup Base Installation Tilt/Swivel Base With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Note: The base is detachable.

  • Page 24: Attaching The Base

    Setup Base Installation Attaching and Removing the Bose 1 Attaching the Base 1. Place the monitor upside-down on a flat work surface. 3.Press the base onto the monitor until the tabs are fully engaged in the slots. User’s Manual 2. Align the tabs on the base with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor.

  • Page 25: Removing The Base

    Setup Base Installation Attaching and Removing the Bose 2 Removing the Base 5. Squeeze and pull up on the release latch on the base. Note: The base will align with the monitor slots in only one position. User’s Manual 6. Push the base toward the back of the monitor and lift up to remove the base.

  • Page 26: On-Screen Display

    On-Screen Display 1. Highlight button: The Highlight Zone ensures clear images on TVs, video conferencing systems or photos by emphasizing a certain area on the screen. 2. Exit button: Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD. 3.

  • Page 27: How To Adjust

    On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Brightness/Contrast Adjust Brightness and Contrast. Push the ( ◑ ) or ◀▶ ▲ ▼ will appear. Push the button to increase the brightness or the ▲ the brightness. Push the button to increase the contrast or the ◀...
  • Page 28 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Position Follow these instructions to change the Position of the monitor's entire display. Push the Menu( ) button. Push the Menu( ) button to open the Position adjustment screen. Use the buttons to change the vertical position of the monitor's ▲...
  • Page 29 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Zoom Follow these instructions to get a close-up or a longshot view of the monitor's viewing area. Push the Menu ( ) button. Push the button or button until the Position/Size screen is displayed. ◀...
  • Page 30 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Pincushion/Trapezoid Adjust the pincushion setting when the sides of the display are bowed in or bowed out; adjust the trapezoid setting when the top or bottom of the display is too large or small. Push the Menu ( ) button.
  • Page 31 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Linearity Adjust the linearity setting when the display image is compressed at the left,right or top,bottom. Push the Menu ( ) button. Push the button or button until the Geometry screen is displayed. ◀ ▶...

  • Page 32: Clear Moire

    On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust 9300K/6500K Color temperature is a measure of the "Warmth"of the image colors. The available range is between 6500 to 9300K. Push the Menu ( ) button. Push the button or button until the Color screen is displayed. ◀...
  • Page 33 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Degauss The Degauss feature will remove color impurities caused by magnetic fields. Do not use the Degauss feature more than once within a 30-minute period. Note: The monitor may buzz momentarily, the image colors may change and the image will jiggle for a few seconds. These effects are normal.

  • Page 34: Video Input Level

    On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Video Input Level Some video cards use video signals higher than 1.0V which causes the display to be very bright. For those video cards, use this feature to select the 1.0 V Level. Push the Menu ( ) button.

  • Page 35: Menu Duration

    On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Menu Duration 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. Push the Menu ( ) button.

  • Page 36: Menu Color

    On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Menu Color Push the ( ) button. Push the button or button until the 'Menu' screen is displayed. ◀ ▶ Push the button or button to select Menu Color. ▲ ▼ Push the Menu ( ) button to open the Menu Color selection screen.
  • Page 37 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Highlight This function is to execute or cancel the Highlight Zone. Push the Highlight ( ) button. Push the Menu ( ) button. Push the button or button to cancel, execute or enlarge the entire ◀...
  • Page 38 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Size This function is to adjust the size of the Highlight Zone. Push the Highlight ( ) button. Push the button or button to select the Screen Size Adjustment and ◀ ▶ then push the Menu ( ) button.
  • Page 39 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Color This function is to adjust the color of the Highlight Zone. Push the Highlight ( ) button. Push the button or button to select the Color Adjustment and then ◀ ▶ push the Menu ( ) button.
  • Page 40 On-Screen Display Menu How to adjust Sharpness This function is to adjust the sharpness of the Highlight Zone. Push the Highlight ( ) button. Push the button or button to select the Sharpness Adjustment and ◀ ▶ then push the Menu ( ) button Push the button or...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Check List 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 dealer. Symptom No images on the screen.

  • Page 42: The Screen Suddenly Has Become Unbalanced

    Troubleshooting Check List Symptom The image on the screen is shaking. The screen shows strange colors or just black and white. The screen suddenly has become unbalanced. The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted. Check List Check the monitor configuration to see if it is in Interlace Mode.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting Check List Symptom The screen is partially distorted. LED is blinking but no images on the screen. There are only 16 colors shown on the screen. The screen colors have changed after changing the video card. There is a message that reads "Unrecognized monitor, Plug &...

  • Page 44: Check The Following Items If There Is Trouble With The Monitor

    Troubleshooting Check List Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. 1. Check if the power cord and the cable are properly connected to the computer. 2. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting. (If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the computer.) 3.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Q&A Question How can I change the frequency? How can I adjust the resolution? How can I set the Power Saving function? The monitor makes a sound when it is turned on. How can I clean the outer case/Picture tube? Question There is no Highlight Zone although I...

  • Page 46: Self-Test Feature Check

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. 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 47: Werning Messages

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Werning Messages If there is something wrong with the input signal, a message appears on the screen or the screen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The message may indicate that the monitor is out of scan range or that you need to check the signal cable.

  • Page 48: Specifications

    Specifications General General Model Name Picture Tube Type Deflection angle Dot Pitch Screen type Maximum Resolution 1600 Dots, 1200 Lines @68Hz Active Display Horizontal Vertical Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Input Signal Definition Video Signal Sync Signal Display Color Unlimited SyncMaster 955b 19"(48cm) Full square type (45.8cm viewable) 90°...

  • Page 49: Environmental Considerations

    Specifications General Maximum Pixel Clock 185 MHz Power Supply 90 ~ 264VAC, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Power Consumption 110W (Max), 100W (Nom) Dimensions (WxDxH) 440x454x461mm (with Stand) Weight 19.0 kg Environmental considerations Operating Storage Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings.
  • Page 50 Horizontal Vertical Input Signal Definition Video Signal Sync Signal Display Color Unlimited SyncMaster 950b 19"(48cm) Full square type (45.8cm viewable) 90° 0.22 mm (Horizontal) Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static 352 ±...
  • Page 51 Specifications General Maximum Pixel Clock 185 MHz Power Supply 90 ~ 264VAC, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Power Consumption 110W (Max), 100W (Nom) Dimensions (WxDxH) 440x454x461mm (with Stand) Weight 19.0 kg Environmental considerations Operating Storage Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings.

  • Page 52: Horizontal Frequency

    Specifications 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.

  • Page 53: Normal Operation

    This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ® compliant and ENERGY2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 54 Specifications General General Model Name Picture Tube Type Deflection angle Dot Pitch Screen type Maximum Resolution 1600 Dots, 1200 Lines @68Hz Active Display Horizontal Vertical Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Input Signal Definition Video Signal Sync Signal Display Color Unlimited SyncMaster 955DF 19"(48cm) DynaFlat (45.8cm viewable) 90°...
  • Page 55 Specifications General Maximum Pixel Clock 185 MHz Power Supply 90 ~ 264VAC, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Power Consumption 110W (Max), 100W (Nom) Dimensions (WxDxH) 440x460x461mm (with Stand) Weight 21.0 kg Environmental considerations Operating Storage Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings.
  • Page 56 Specifications 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.
  • Page 57 This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant and ENERGY2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 58 Specifications General Model Name Picture Tube Type Deflection angle Dot Pitch Screen type Maximum Resolution 1280 Dots, 1024 Lines @65Hz Active Display Horizontal Vertical Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Input Signal Definition Video Signal Sync Signal Display Color Unlimited Maximum Pixel Clock 110 MHz Power Supply 90 ~ 264VAC, 60/50 Hz ±...
  • Page 59 Specifications Storage Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings. Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 60 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 61 Specifications 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 62 Specifications General Model Name Picture Tube Type Deflection angle Dot Pitch Screen type Maximum Resolution 1600 Dots, 1200 Lines @68Hz Active Display Horizontal Vertical Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Input Signal Definition Video Signal Sync Signal Display Color Unlimited Maximum Pixel Clock 185 MHz Power Supply 90 ~ 264VAC, 60/50 Hz ±...
  • Page 63 Specifications Storage Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings. Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 64 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 65 Specifications 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 66 Suite 201, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Tel. : (973)601-6000, 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Fax. : (973)601-6001 http://samsungmonitor.com/ BRAZIL Samsung Eletronica da Amazonia Ltda.R. Prof. Manoelito de Ornellas, 303, Terro B Chacara Sto. Antonio, CEP : 04719-040 Sao Paulo, SP SAC : 0800 124 421 http://www.samsung.com.br/ CANADA Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
  • Page 67 Information 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 •...

  • Page 68: User Instructions

    (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 69 Information Regulatory • IC Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations of ICES-003. Cet appareil Numérique de classe Brespecte toutes les exigences du R?glemont ICES-003 sur les équipements produisant des interférences au Canada. •...

  • Page 70: What Does Labelling Involve

    User’s Manual Information Regulatory • TCO'95-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only) AB general requirements AB2 Written Eco-document acompanying the products Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'95 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 to the further development of environmentally-adapted electronic products.

  • Page 71: Environmental Requirements

    Information Regulatory TCO Development Unit 1996-11-29 On the page this folder you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complere environmental criteria document may be ordered from: TCO Development Unit S-11494 Stockholm Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 E-mail (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO'95-approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet,...
  • Page 72 User’s Manual Information Regulatory • TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only) 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 electronics products.

  • Page 73: Tco Development

    User’s Manual Information Regulatory TCO Development SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 Email (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/ Environmental requirements Flame retardants Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings.

  • Page 74: Natural Color

    Bitte schauen Sie auf die Hilfe (F1) Funktion in dem Software Programm für weitere Informationen. Installation der Natural Color Software Legen Sie die CD, die mit dem Samsung Monitor beigefügt ist, in den CD-ROM Treiber ein. Das Installationsprogramm erscheint automatisch auf dem Bildschirm. Klicken Sie auf das Natural Color, um das Programm zu installieren.
  • Page 75 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.

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