Samsung SyncMaster 750B Owner's Manual

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SyncMaster 750B / 950B
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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 750B / 950B Install drivers Install programs...
  • Page 2 Notational 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 an extended period of time, set your computer to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 Do not drop the monitor when moving it. 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.
  • Page 5 Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional. 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 10cm/4inch ) for ventilation purposes.
  • Page 6 Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and wipe the product using a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent. Contact the once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or fire.
  • Page 7 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 fire due to damage to the cable. Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
  • Page 8 17,19 inch - 1280 X 1024 Watching the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in eyesight damage. 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.
  • 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, Warranty Card Monitor Driver, Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all Natural Color software, locations) MagicTune™...
  • Page 10 Front Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to MENU button [ ] the previous menu. MagicBright™ is a new feature providing optimum viewing MagicBright™ environment depending on the contents of the image you are button [ watching.
  • Page 11 Enter button [ ] / Activates a highlighted menu item. / Push the 'SOURCE', then selects the video signal while the OSD is SOURCE button 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 -- analog or digital input signal.) Note : If you select the digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the graphic card's DVI port using the DVI cable.
  • Page 12 Connecting the Monitor Make sure to connect any cables to the monitor only when it is rotated. 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. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
  • Page 13 Using the Stand Press and hold down the bottom of the stand and remove the fixing pin before use. A. Stand Stopper Pivot Stand Attaching a Base This monitor accepts a 75 mm x 75 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
  • Page 14 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/ Windows ME 1.
  • Page 15 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 momepage http://www.samsung.com/.
  • Page 16 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 17 8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "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 18 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 19 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 20 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 21 Use this button to open the on-screen menu and exit from the menu screen or close screen adjustment menu. This button allows you to adjust items in the menu. Press this button to activate a highlighted menu item. Press to self-adjust to the incoming PC signal. The values of fine,coarse and position are adjusted automatically.
  • Page 22 Menu Description When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. (Available in analog mode only) To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' AUTO...
  • Page 23 Menu After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is locked (unlocked). OSD Lock & Unlock MagicBright™ Menu Push the MagicBright button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright™ - Six different modes (Custom/Text/Internet/Game/Sport/Movie) Brightness Description You can also adjust the brightness and contrast of the monitor with the OSD adjustment locking feature.
  • Page 24 Menu Brightness When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. SOURCE Menu Selects the video signal while the OSD is off. SOURCE Brightness Contrast Picture Description Description...
  • Page 25 MagicColor Color Tone Color Image Coarse Fine Language H-Position Setup Auto Source Image Reset Information Picture Menu You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference. Brightness Direct Access Feature : When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness.
  • Page 26 Menu 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. 1) Off - Returns to the original mode. 2) Demo - The screen before applying MagicColor appears on the right and the screen after applying MagicColor appears on the left.
  • Page 27 : This function is to adjust the vertical size of the MagicZone. The tone of the color can be changed and one of four modes can be selected - Cool, Normal, Warm and Color Tone Custom. (Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Adjusts individual R,G,B color balance.
  • Page 28 (Available in analog mode only) Menu You can choose one of eight languages. Language Note:The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. You can change the horizontal position where the OSD H-Position menu appears on your monitor.
  • Page 29 Menu Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select Auto Source the signal source. Image parameters are replaced with the factory default Image Reset values. Color parameters are replaced with the factory default Color Reset values. Information Menu Description Description Play/Stop...
  • Page 30 Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. Information...
  • Page 31: What Is Magictune

    Overview Installation OSD Mode Calibration 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 32 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 33 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune™ program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installation Status" window appears.
  • Page 34: 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 35 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 36: Osd Mode

    Overview Installation OSD Mode Calibration 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 Pivot is functioning, part of MagicTune™...
  • Page 37 in the control window, clicking "Cancel" does not cause any actions. Picture Tab Definition Allows the user to adjust the screen settings to the desired values. Brightness Contrast Resolution MagicBright Makes the entire screen brighter or darker. The detailed data of the images in the dark areas can be lost Brightness if the brightness is not adjusted to the proper level.
  • Page 38: 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 39 The MagicZone ensures the clear and sharp display of animated multimedia or photo images by enhancing the brightness, sharpness, saturation, Hue of a certain area on the screen. This offers an easy-to-use interface that highlights the video-playing portion of your multimedia program by automatically detecting and highlight the desired area by dragging.
  • Page 40: Image Tab Definition

    Image Tab Definition Adjusts the Fine , Coarse and Position values. Image Setup Position Sharpness Fine : Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). Image Setup Coarse : Removes noise such as vertical stripes.
  • Page 41: Support Tab Definition

    Loads the Preferences Dialog Box. Preferences in use will have an "V" in the check box. To turn on or off any Preference, position the cursor over the box and click. Preferences Enable task tray menu . - To access the MagicTune™ menus, click the icon on the [task tray menu]. The menus are not displayed if the [Enable System Tray] is deselected in [Options] ' [Basic Settings].
  • Page 42 User Name Shows the user name that is registered in PC. User ID Shows the user ID that is register in PC. Server IP Write down the server IP . Department Write down the department. Location Write down the location. Version Displays the version of MagicTune™.
  • Page 43: Color Calibration

    Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Calibration 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 44 Press "Preview" button on the Color Calibration. The above picture will be shown. 1. Press "View Calibrated" button to see the calibration effect which you adjusted. 2. Press "View Uncalibrated" button to see the original image.
  • Page 45 Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Calibration 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 46: 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 47 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 48 MagicTune™ Have you changed your Download the latest program. The program can doesn't work PC or video graphic card? be downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/MagicTune™ properly. website Visit the MagicTune™...
  • Page 49: What Is Magicrotation

    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 50: Installation

    Overview Installation Interface Uninstall Troubleshooting Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the MagicRotation installation file. 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.
  • Page 51 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Setup Status" window appears.
  • Page 52: Installation Problems

    9. Click "Finish." Have to reboot the system in order for the MagicRotation to work properly. 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.
  • Page 53: System Requirements

    movie files properly in 90, 180 and 270 orientations then do the following : Close the application. Select the Orientation (90, 180, 270) you want to view the application. Relaunch the application. In most cases this should fix the problem. 3.
  • Page 54 Overview Installation Interface When Rotation is functioning, part of MagicTune Program may not operate normally. Auto Rotation : Auto Rotation will automatically pivots the monitor to 0, 90, 180degrees when you pivots the monitor. To execute Auto Rotation, it should be done as below. Please install both of Rotation program and MagicTune 3.6, 3.7 in your PC.
  • Page 55 Rotate to 90 : Display will get rotated to 90 degree from the current angle of Rotation. Rotate to 180 : Display will get rotated to 180 degree from the current angle of Rotation.
  • Page 56 Rotate to 270 : Display will get rotated to 270 degree from the current angle of Rotation. 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 58 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 59: Before You Call Technical Support

    Overview Installation Interface Troubleshooting Before You Call Technical Support MagicRotation Software works with the installed "Display Driver" supplied by your Graphic Card Vendor to provide screen rotation capabilities. If the installed "Display Driver" is working incorrectly or has bugs in it, then these bugs would still exist even after MagicRotation Software is installed.
  • Page 60 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 Information section or contact your Symptom Check List No images on the Is the power cord screen.
  • Page 61 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 On Screen Display. Screen Display (OSD) Menu to prevent changes? The screen shows Is the screen displaying strange colors or just...
  • Page 62 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. contact an authorized service center.
  • Page 63 Q & A Question How can I change the frequency? How can I adjust the resolution? How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? 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.
  • Page 64 Environment The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor. 1. if there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room. 2. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor.
  • Page 65: Power Consumption

    General General Model Name SyncMaster 750B LCD Panel Size 17" Diagonal Display area 337.92mm (H) x 270.336mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.264mm (H) x 0.264mm (V) Type a-si TFT active matrix Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.2M Colors...
  • Page 66: Environmental Considerations

    Preset Timing Modes Power saving mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Blue Blue, Blinking Less than 1W (Off-mode) ® ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power off (Power button) Black Less than 1W (120Vac/220 Vac) compliant and ENERGY2000...
  • Page 67: Frequency (Khz)

    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 68 General General Model Name SyncMaster 950B LCD Panel Size 19" Diagonal Display area 376.32mm (H) x 301.056mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.297mm (H) x 0.297mm (V) Type a-si TFT active matrix Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7M Colors Resolution...
  • Page 69 Preset Timing Modes Power saving mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Blue Blue, Blinking Less than 1W (Off-mode) ® ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power off (Power button) Black Less than 1W (120Vac/220Vac) compliant and ENERGY2000...
  • Page 70 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 Service The address and phone number of the company can be changed without previous notice. AUSTRALIA : Samsung Electronics Australia Pty Ltd. Customer Response Centre 7 Parkview Drive, Homebush Bay NSW 2127 Tel : 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com.au/ BRAZIL : Samsung Eletronica da Amazonia Ltda.
  • Page 72 Tel: 01-55-5747-5100 / 01-800-726-7864 Fax: 01-55-5747-5202 / 01-800-849-1743 RFC: SEM950215S98 http://www.samsung.com.mx/ IMPORTADO POR: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MÉXICO. S.A. de C.V. Vía Lopez Portillo No. 6, Col. San Fco. Chilpan Tultitlán, Estado de México, C.P. 54940 Tel: 01-55-5747-5100 / 01-800-726-7864 EXPORTADO POR: Samsung Electronics CO.,LTD.
  • Page 73 Tel. 214 148 114/100 Fax. 214 148 133/128 Free Line 800 220 120 http://www.samsung.pt/ 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/...
  • Page 74: Horizontal Frequency

    < European Service Center & National Service > Stafford Park 12 Telford, Shropshire, TF3 3BJ Tel. : (0870) 242 0303 Fax. : (01952) 292 033 http://samsungservice.co.uk/ U.S.A : Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) http://samsung.com/monitor/...
  • Page 75: Information In This Document Is Subject To Change Without Notice

    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 76: Product Information (Image Retention Free)

    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

    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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