User manual Security LED Monitor SMT-1914 AB68-01117B...
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Table Of Contents BEFORE USING Copyright Icons used in this manual THE PRODUCT Symbols for safety precautions Cleaning Cleaning Securing the Installation Space Safety Precautions Electricity and Safety Installation and Safety Operation and Safety Correct posture to use the product PREPARATIONS Checking the Contents Removing the Packaging...
Changing the Resolution Using a PC SCREEN SETUP Brightness Configuring Brightness Contrast Configuring Contrast Sharpness Configuring Sharpness SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle Coarse Adjusting Coarse Fine Adjusting Fine CONFIGURING SAMSUNG MAGIC Color...
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Table Of Contents Color Tone Configuring the Color Tone Settings Gamma Configuring Gamma RESIZING OR H-Position & V-Position Configuring H-Position & V-Position RELOCATING THE Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position SCREEN Configuring Menu H-Position & Menu V- Position SETUP AND Reset Initializing Settings (Reset) RESET Language...
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Configuring Display Time Menu Transparency Changing Menu Transparency INFORMATION INFORMATION Displaying INFORMATION MENU TROUBLESHOOTI Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center NG GUIDE Testing the Product Checking the Resolution and Frequency Check the following. Q & A SPECIFICATIONS General PowerSaver...
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Before Using the Product Cleaning Cleaning Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LEDs are easily scratched. Take the following steps when cleaning. 1. Power off the monitor and computer. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the monitor. Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands.
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Before Using the Product Securing the Installation Space Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. An internal temperature rise may cause fire and damage the product. Be sure to allow the amount of space as shown below or greater when installing the product.
Before Using the Product Safety Precautions Electricity and Safety The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images. Warning Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket. An electric shock or fire may result.
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The product may become damaged by an electric shock. Do not use the power cord for products other than authorized products supplied by Samsung. An electric shock or fire may result. Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.
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Before Using the Product Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.). The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury. Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product or cause a fire.
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If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, remove the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center . An electric shock or fire may result. Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.
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Before Using the Product Do not put a heavy object, toy, or sweets on top of the product. The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toy or sweets resulting in a serious injury. During a lightning or thunderstorm, remove the power cord .
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(paper, match, etc.) into the vent or ports of the product. If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center. Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.
Before Using the Product Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use. Eye fatigue will be relieved. Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot. Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children.
Preparations Checking the Contents 1.1.1 Removing the Packaging Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with a sharp instrument. Remove the styrofoam from the product. Check the components and remove the styrofoam and plastic bag. This image is for reference only.
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Preparations 1.1.2 Checking the Components Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing. The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown. Components Warranty card Instruction Manual security LED MONITOR (Not available in some locations) Power cable VGA signal cable...
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Preparations Parts 1.2.1 Frontal Buttons The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. Key Guide SAMSUNG SAMSUNG MAGIC AUTO BRIGHT MAGIC AUTO BRIGHT Icons Description Open or close the onscreen display (OSD) menu, or return to the parent menu.
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Preparations Icons Description Move to the upper or lower menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu. Adjust the screen brightness. Confirm a menu selection. Press the [ ] button to automatically adjust the screen settings. AUTO Changing the resolution in Display Properties will activate the AUTO...
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Preparations 1.2.2 Reverse Side The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. POWER Port Ports Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back of the product.
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Preparations Installation 1.3.1 Attaching the Stand Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. Insert the Stand Connector into Check if the Stand Connector is Turn the connecting screw at the the Stand in the direction shown firmly connected.
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Preparations 1.3.2 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand Before Installation Power the product off and remove the power cable from the power socket. Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat Hold the main body of the product with your hand surface.
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Samsung shall not be held liable for any product damage or personal injury caused by using a wall- mount kit other than the one specified or from an attempt to install the wall-mount kit on your own.
Connecting and Using a Source Device Before Connecting 2.1.1 Pre-connection Checkpoints Before connecting a source device, read the user manual provided with it. The number and locations of ports on source devices may differ from device to device. Do not connect the power cable until all connections are completed. Connecting the power cable during connection may damage the product.
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Connecting and Using a Source Device Connections 2.3.1 Connecting to a PC Select a connection method suitable for your PC. Connecting parts may differ in different products. Connection Using the VGA Cable Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Ensure you connect a source device first before connecting the power cable.
Connecting and Using a Source Device 2.3.3 Setting Optimum Resolution An information message about setting optimum resolution will appear if you power on the product for the first time after purchase. Select a language and change the resolution to the optimum value. The optimal resolution for this monitor is as follows: **** x **** **Hz Follow the above settings to set the resolution.
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Connecting and Using a Source Device 2.3.4 Changing the Resolution Using a PC Adjust the resolution and refresh rate in Control Panel on your PC to obtain optimum picture quality. The picture quality of LEDs may degrade if the optimum resolution is not selected. Changing the Resolution on Windows XP Go to Control Panel Display...
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Connecting and Using a Source Device Changing the Resolution on Windows Vista Go to Control Panel Personalization Display Settings and change the resolution. *********** *********** 2 Connecting and Using a Source Device...
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Connecting and Using a Source Device Changing the Resolution on Windows 7 Go to Control Panel Display Screen Resolution and change the resolution. 2 Connecting and Using a Source Device...
Configure the screen settings such as brightness. Brightness You can adjust the general brightness of the picture. (Range: 0~100) A higher value will make the picture appear brighter. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Bright is set to Dynamic Contrast mode.
Screen Setup Contrast Adjust the contrast between the objects and background. (Range: 0~100) A higher value will increase the contrast to make the object appear clearer. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Bright is in Cinema Dynamic Contrast mode.
Screen Setup Sharpness Make the outline of objects more clear or blurry. (Range: 0~100) A higher value will make the outline of objects clearer. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Bright is in Cinema Dynamic Contrast mode. MAGIC SAMSUNG...
Angle is enabled. MAGIC You can customize the brightness to suit your preferences. 3.4.1 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
Color is enabled. MAGIC You can customize the angle to suit your preferences. 3.5.1 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
Press [ ] to move to Coarse and press [ ] on the produc t. The following screen will appear. PICTURE Brightness Contrast Sharpness SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Custom SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle Coarse 1688 Fine AUTO Adjust the Coarse using the [ ] buttons.
] on the product. Press [ ] to move to Fine and press [ ] on the product. The following screen will appear. PICTURE Brightness Contrast Sharpness SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Custom SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle Coarse 1688 Fine AUTO Adjust the...
Cinema MAGIC Dynamic Contrast mode. SAMSUNG MAGIC Color SAMSUNG Color is a new picture-quality improvement technology developed independently by Samsung, MAGIC which delivers vivid natural colors without picture quality degradation. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Angle is enabled.
Configuring Tint Adjust the value of the color red in the picture. (Range: 0~100) A higher value will increase the intensity of the color. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Color is in Full Intelligent mode. MAGIC 4.2.1 Configuring Red MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide.
Configuring Tint Green Adjust the value of the color green in the picture. (Range: 0~100) A higher value will increase the intensity of the color. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Color is in Full Intelligent mode. MAGIC 4.3.1 Configuring Green MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide.
Configuring Tint Blue Adjust the value of the color blue in the picture. (Range: 0~100) A higher value will increase the intensity of the color. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Color is in Full Intelligent mode. MAGIC 4.4.1 Configuring Blue MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide.
Configuring Tint Color Tone Adjust the general color tone of the picture. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Color is in Full Intelligent mode. MAGIC SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Angle is enabled. MAGIC 4.5.1 Configuring the Color Tone Settings MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide.
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Configuring Tint Gamma Adjust the mid-range brightness (Gamma) of the picture. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Angle is enabled. MAGIC 4.6.1 Configuring Gamma MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
Resizing or Relocating the Screen H-Position & V-Position H-Position: Move the screen to the left or right. V-Position: Move the screen up or down. 5.1.1 Configuring H-Position & V-Position MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
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Resizing or Relocating the Screen Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position Menu H-Position: Move the menu position to the left or right. Menu V-Position: Move the menu position up or down. 5.2.1 Configuring Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
Setup and Reset Reset Return all the settings for the product to the default factory settings. 6.1.1 Initializing Settings (Reset) MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
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Setup and Reset Language Set the menu language. A change to the language setting will only be applied to the onscreen menu display. It will not be applied to other functions on your PC. 6.2.1 Changing the Language MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
Setup and Reset Eco Saving Eco Saving function reduces power consumption by controlling the electric current used by the monitor panel. SAMSUNG This menu is not available when Bright is in Dynamic Contrast mode. MAGIC 6.3.1 Configuring Eco Saving MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide.
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Setup and Reset Off Timer On/Off You can set the product to automatically turn off. 6.4.1 Configuring Off Timer On/Off MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
Setup and Reset Off Timer Setting The off timer can be set within a range of 1 to 23 hours. The product will automatically power off after the specified number of hours. This menu is available only when Off Timer On/Off is set to On.
Setup and Reset Key Repeat Time Control the response rate of a button when the button is pressed. 6.6.1 Configuring Key Repeat Time MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen.
] on the product. Press [ ] to move to Customized Key and press [ ] on the pr oduct. The following screen will appear. SETUP&RESET English SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle SAMSUNG Key Repeat Time MAGIC Bright Eco Saving Customized Key AUTO SAMSUNG SAMSUNG...
Setup and Reset 6.8 Display Time Set the on-screen display (OSD) menu to automatically disappear if the menu is not used for a specified period of time. Display Time can be used to specify the time after which you want the OSD menu to disappear. 6.8.1 Configuring Display Time MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide.
Setup and Reset 6.9 Menu Transparency Set the transparency for the menu windows: 6.9.1 Changing Menu Transparency MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen. Press [ ] to move to SETUP&RESET...
INFORMATION Menu INFORMATION View the current input source, frequency and resolution. 7.1.1 Displaying INFORMATION MENU Press any button on the front of the product to display the Key Guide. Next, press [ ] to display the corresponding menu screen. Press [ ] to move to INFORMATION.
Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center 8.1.1 Testing the Product Before calling Samsung Customer Service Center, test your product as follows. If the problem persists, contact Samsung Customer Service Center. Check if your product is operating normally by using the product test function.
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Troubleshooting Guide Screen issue "Not Optimum Mode" is displayed. This message appears if the signal from the graphics card exceeds the maximum resolution or frequency for the product. Change the maximum resolution and frequency to suit the product performance, referring to Standard Signal Mode Table (page 62).
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Troubleshooting Guide Q & A Question Answer How can I change the Set the frequency on your graphics card. frequency? Windows XP: Go to Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings Advanced Monitor, and adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings. Windows ME/2000: Go to Control Panel Display Settings...
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Troubleshooting Guide Question Answer How can I change the Windows XP: Go to Control Panel Appearance and resolution? Themes Display Settings, and adjust the resolution. Windows ME/2000: Go to Control Panel Display Settings, and adjust the resolution. Windows Vista: Go to Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Personalize...
Specifications 9.1 General Model Name SMT-1914 Size 19.0 Inches (48 cm) Panel Display area 376.32 mm (H) x 301.06 mm (V) Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Frequency Synchronization Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Frequency Display Color 16.7M Optimum 1280x1024@60Hz Resolution...
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Specifications Model Name SMT-1914 Temperature : 32°F – 104°F (0°C – 40°C) Operating Humidity : 20 % – 90 %, non-condensing Environmental considerations Temperature : -4°F – 113°F (-20°C – 45°C) Storage Humidity : 5 % – 95 %, non-condensing This monitor can be installed and used with any Plug-and-Play compatible systems.
If the signal transmitted from the PC does not belong to the standard signal modes, the screen may be blank even though the power LED turns on. In such a case, change the settings according to the following table by referring to the graphics card user manual. SMT-1914 Horizontal Vertical...
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Specifications Horizontal Vertical Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Resolution Frequency Frequency (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) (Hz) VESA, 1024 x 768 60.023 75.029 78.750 VESA, 1152 x 864 67.500 75.000 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 960 60.000 60.000 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 1024...
Appendix Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.
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Appendix Terminology OSD(On Screen Display) On screen display (OSD) allows you to configure on-screen settings to optimize the picture quality as required. It allows you to change the screen brightness, tint, size and many other settings using menus displayed on the screen. Gamma The Gamma menu adjusts the grey scale that represents middle tones on the screen.
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Appendix Resolution Resolution is the number of horizontal pixels and vertical pixels that form a screen. It represents the level of display detail. A higher resolution displays a greater amount of information on the screen and is suitable for performing multiple tasks at the same time. E.g.
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