Samsung SyncMaster 204B User Manual
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  • Page 1 Install drivers Install programs SyncMaster 204B...
  • 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 extended period of time, set your computer to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode. Important to read and understand at all times Disconnect the plug from the outlet Grounding to prevent an electric shock...
  • 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 Do not place the monitor face down. The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged. 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: Service Center

    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 Do not try to move the monitor 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 move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable.
  • Page 8 Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the model. Inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality. 20 inch (51 cm) - 1600 X 1200 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.
  • 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: Sold Separately

    D-Sub Cable Sold separately DVI Cable Front MENU button [ ] MagicBright button Power Cord Set-Bracket Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
  • Page 11: Adjust Buttons

    Brightness button Adjust buttons Enter button [ ] / Source button AUTO button Power button [ Power indicator 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.
  • Page 12 1. POWER ON/OFF Switch : Use this button for turn the monitor on and off 2. POWER port : Power cord, plugs into monitor and wall receptacle. DVI IN port : Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN port on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 13 Kensington Lock : The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. (The locking device has to be purchased separately. ) For using a locking device, contact where you purchase it. Stand Stopper : Remve the fixing pin on the stand to lift the monitor up and down.
  • Page 14 Connecting the Monitor 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. 2-1.
  • Page 15: Removing The Base

    Using the Stand 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. 3. Remove two screws (A) and then remove the Stand from the LCD monitor. Pivot Stand / Sliding Stand...
  • Page 16 The Auto Ratation may not be supported depend on the monitor model. If you rotate the screen without lifting it to its maximum height, the screen may be damaged because the edge of the screen would hit the floor. Attaching a Base This monitor accepts a 100 mm x 100 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
  • Page 17 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 18: Microsoft ® Windows ® Xp Operating System

    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/. 5. Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor.
  • Page 19 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. 6. Select "Don't search ,I will.." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk". 7.
  • Page 20: Microsoft ® Windows ® 2000 Operating System

    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 21: Microsoft ® Windows ® Millennium Operating System

    1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". 2. Double click the "Display" Icon. 3. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..". 4. Choose "Monitor". Case1: If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured. Please stop installation Case2: If the "Properties"...
  • Page 22 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 23 1. [ MENU ] Use this button for open the on-screen menu and exits from the menu screen or closes screen adjustment menu. 2. [ ] These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu. 3. [ ] Press this button to activate a highlighted menu item. 4.
  • Page 24 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 Analog 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 25 >> MENU button Menu Description After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is locked (unlocked). OSD Lock & Unlock - You can also adjust the brightness and contrast of the monitor with the OSD adjustment locking feature. MagicBright™...
  • Page 26 Menu Push the MagicBright button to circle through available preconfigured MagicBright™ modes. - Six different modes (Custom/Text/Internet/Game/Sport/Movie) Brightness Menu Brightness When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. SOURCE Description Description...
  • Page 27 Menu SOURCE Selects the video signal while the OSD is off. Brightness Contrast Picture Color Tone Color Control Color Coarse Fine Image Language H-Position Auto Source Image Reset Setup Information Picture Description Gamma Sharpness H-Position V-Position Transparency Color Reset V-Position Display Time...
  • Page 28 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. You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast Contrast according to personal preference.
  • Page 29 The tone of the color can be changed and one of four modes can be selected - Cool, Normal, Warm and Color Tone Custom. Color Control Adjusts individual R,G,B color balance. Select one of three pre-defined gammas. Gamma Mode 1 : Shows normal gamma Mode 2 : Shows higher gamma (brighter) Mode 3 : Shows lower gamma (darker) Image...
  • Page 30: Display Time

    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 31: Auto Source

    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 32 Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. Information...
  • Page 33: What Is Magictune

    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 34: Installation

    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 35 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installationation Status" window appears.
  • Page 36: 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. Installationation Problems The installation of MagicTune™...
  • Page 37 Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP Home Edition Windows XP Professional Hardware 32MB Memory above 25MB Hard disk space above website * For more information, visit the MagicTune...
  • Page 38: Osd Mode

    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, portion of MagicTune™...
  • Page 39 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 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 40: 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 41 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 42: 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 43: 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 44 User Name User ID Server IP Department Location Version Displays the version of MagicTune. Shows the user name that is registered in PC. Shows the user ID that is register in PC. Write down the server IP . Write down the department. Write down the location.
  • Page 45: 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 46 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 47 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 XP, go to [Control Panel] in the [Start] menu.
  • Page 48: 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 49 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 50 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 51: 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 52 Overview Installation Interface Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MagicRotation installation file. Select installation Language, Click "Next". When the InstallationShield Wizard window appears, click "Next." Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. Uninstall Troubleshooting...
  • Page 53 Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program. Click "Install." The "Installationation Status" window appears.
  • Page 54 Click "Finish." Have to reboot the system in order for the MagicRotation to work properly. When the installation is complete, the MagicRotation executable icon appears on your desktop. Installationation Problems The installation of MagicRotation can be affected by the factors such as video card, motherboard and the network environment.
  • Page 55: System Requirements

    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. User Applications using OpenGL and DirectDraw (3D drawing) will not function as per the orientation mode selected (90, 180, 270).
  • Page 56 Overview Installation Interface Uninstall Troubleshooting Interface The Menu on task bar Menu pop up at the mouse right button click. 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 get rotated to 90 degree from the current angle of rotation.
  • Page 57 Rotate to 180 : Display will get rotated to 180 degree from the current angle of rotation. Rotate to 270 : Display will get rotated to 270 degree from the current angle of rotation.
  • Page 58 Hot key : Hot Keys are available by default and can be changed by user. It can be designated by user directly with keyboard after changing the existing HotKey instead . User can create the hot key with the combination of Shift, Ctrl, Alt and general keys. In case only general key is pressed, it will be designated in the form of Alt+general key.
  • Page 59 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. Go to [Task Tray] ' [Start] ' [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows™...
  • Page 60: 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. Any incorrect/random behaviour resulting due to problems in the installed "Display Driver"...
  • Page 61 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 62 There is no image on the screen. Is the power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1 second intervals? Is the monitor 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...
  • Page 63 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 64: Warning Messages

    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. 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 65 noise, video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and 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 : 1600 X 1200 60Hz"...
  • Page 66: Power Consumption

    General General Model Name SyncMaster 204B LCD Panel Size 20.1" Diagonal (51 cm) Display area 432 mm (H) x 324 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.255 mm (H) x 0.255 mm (V) Type a-si TFT/TN Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color...
  • Page 67: Environmental Considerations

    Power saving mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Blue Blue, Blinking Analog/Digital Less than 2 W (Off-mode) ® ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power Switch off Black Less than 0 W (120 Vac/220 Vac) compliant and ENERGY2000...
  • Page 68 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 69 Service The address and phone number of the company can be changed without prior 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 70 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 71 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 72: Dot Pitch

    < 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://www.samsung.com/monitor/...
  • Page 73: 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 74: 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 75 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 76: 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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