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Samsung SyncMaster 931CW User Manual

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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 931CW / 906CW Install driver Install programs...
  • Page 2 Notation Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the 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 active screen mode.
  • Page 3 Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. This may cause electric shock or fire. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage. (Class l Equipment only.) Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose.
  • Page 4 This may cause electric shock or fire. Installation Be sure to contact location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed to chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as at airports, train stations etc. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your monitor.
  • Page 5 Keep any heating devices away from the power cable. A melted coating may cause electric shock or fire. Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a bookshelf, closet, etc. Any increase in the internal temperature may cause fire. Put down the monitor carefully.

  • Page 6: Cleaning And Using

    Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent. Contact the SAMSUNG customer care center cleaning once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause a malfunction or fire.
  • Page 7 This may cause electric shock or fire. Refer to a qualified servicing company. If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there is any unusual sound or smell coming from the monitor - unplug it immediately and This may cause electric shock or fire.
  • Page 8 This may cause a malfunction, electric shock or fire. If a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord and contact the Service Center. Keep the product away from combustible chemical sprays or inflammable substances. This may cause an explosion or fire. Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
  • Page 9 Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or the person carrying it. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may shorten the lifetime of the product or may cause the product to catch fire. When moving the monitor, turn off and unplug the power cord. Make sure that all cables, including the antenna cable and cables connected to other devices, are disconnected before moving the monitor.
  • Page 10 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.

  • Page 11: Package Contents

    Features RTA Monitor RTA (Response Time Accelerator) A function that accelerates the response speed of the panel so as to provide a sharper and more natural video display. RTA On Activates the RTA function so that the panel operates at a higher response speed than its original speed.
  • Page 12 Manual Quick Setup Guide Cable Power Cord Others Cleaning Cloth This is an accessory that can be added depending on the model. Sold separately DVI Cable Monitor & Simple stand Warranty Card (Not available in all locations) D-sub Cable User's Guide, Monitor Driver, Natural Color software, MagicTune™...

  • Page 13: Your Monitor

    Your Monitor Front MENU button [ ] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. MagicBright™ button MagicBright™ is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently seven different modes are available: Custom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport and Movie, Dynamic Contrast.
  • Page 14 7) Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast. >> Click here to see an animation clip Brightness button [ ] When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. >>...

  • Page 15: Connecting Cables

    Connecting Cables 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. Use a connection appropriate for your computer. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. - Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub port on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 16 Monitor and Bottom Attaching a Base This monitor accepts a 75 mm x 75 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad. A. Monitor B. Mounting interface pad (Sold separately) Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the screen.
  • Page 17 Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.

  • Page 18: Monitor Driver

    Click "Windows". Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click ® "OK" button (Microsoft Windows :http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea) (China) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/...
  • Page 19 This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage http://www.samsung.com/ Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) Windows Vista Windows XP Windows 2000 ®...
  • Page 20 This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage http://www.samsung.com/ Click "Update Driver…" in the "Driver" tab. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer".
  • Page 21 Click "Close"→ "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence. ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Start" → "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced...".
  • Page 22 Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. Click "Update Driver..." and select "Install from a list or..." then click "Next" button. Select "Don't search ,I will..." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk". Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model list and click the "Next"...
  • Page 23 "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually. Monitor driver installation is completed.
  • Page 24 How to install Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" icon. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button. Choose "Monitor". Case1 : If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured. Please stop installation Case2 : If the "Properties"...

  • Page 25: Natural Color

    How to install the Natural Color software Insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD-ROM Drive. Then, the initial screen of the program Natural Color will be executed. Click Natural Color on the initial screen to install the Natural Color software.
  • Page 26 2. Click the MagicTune™ installation file. 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next." 5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune™ program. 7.
  • Page 27 5. Click "Yes" to begin the uninstall process. 6. Wait until the "Uninstall Complete" dialog box appears. Visit the MagicTune™ website for technical support for MagicTune™, FAQs (questions and answers) and software upgrades. Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2.

  • Page 28: Control Buttons

    Control Buttons [MENU / ] Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. ] These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu. [ ] Press this button to activate a highlighted menu item. [AUTO] When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center.
  • Page 29 Menu 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' function AUTO...
  • Page 30 When pressing the MENU button after locking the OSD Menu This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current states of settings or prevent others from adjusting the current settings. Locked : Hold down the menu button for more than five seconds to activate the OSD adjustment lock function.
  • Page 31 Menu Push the MagicBright™ button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright™ - seven different modes (Custom/Text/Internet/Game/Sport/Movie/Dynamic Contrast) Brightness Menu Brightness When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. Description Description...

  • Page 32: Osd Function

    SOURCE Menu SOURCE Selects the Video signal while the OSD is off. (Analog/Digital) OSD Function Brightness Picture Color Color Innovation Image Coarse Language Auto Source Setup Information Picture Description Contrast Color Control Gamma Fine Sharpness H-Position H-Position V-Position Transparency Image Reset Color Reset V-Position Display Time...
  • Page 33 Menu You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference. Direct Access Feature : When OSD is not on the screen, Brightness push the button to adjust brightness. >> Click here to see an animation clip MENU →...
  • Page 34 Menu Color Innovation function provides optimized color for personal favor to view effectively with WCG-CCFL which was applied to Samsung Electronics for the first time. Brilliant If you select "Brilliant", you can view a more clear and vibrant image Color Innovation Mild If you select "Mild", you can view a more natural...
  • Page 35 Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after fine tuning, repeat it after Fine adjusting the frequency (clock speed). MENU → → Changes the clearance of image. Sharpness MENU → → Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display.
  • Page 36 Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. Transparency MENU → → The menu will be automatically turned off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period. You can set the amount of time the menu will wait before it is Display Time turned off.
  • Page 37 Menu Description Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. Information MENU →...

  • Page 38: Check List

    Check List Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the Symptom Check List No images on the Is the power cord screen.
  • Page 39 indicator on the monitor blinking at 1 second intervals? Connected using the DVI cable? I cannot see the Have you locked On Screen the On Screen Display. Display (OSD) Menu to prevent changes? The screen shows Is the screen strange colors or displaying only one just black and color as if looking at...
  • Page 40 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 Reboot the computer after installing the program for the first time.
  • Page 41 How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Self-Test 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 Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
  • Page 42 Environment The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor. If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications General Model Name SyncMaster 931CW / SyncMaster 906CW LCD Panel Size 19 " Wide Diagonal (48 cm) Display area 408.24 mm (H) x 255.15 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.2835 mm (H) x 0.2835 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color...
  • Page 44 15pin to 15pin D-sub cable, Detachable DVI-D to DVI-D connector, Detachable, (Option) Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight 448.0 X 311.0 X 58.5 mm / 17.6 x 12.2 x 2.3 inch (Without Stand) 448.0 X 363.9 X 202.2 mm / 17.6 x 14.3 x 8.0 inch (With Stand) / 4.2 kg / 9.3 lbs VESA Mounting Interface 75 mm x 75 mm (for use with Specialty(Arm) Mounting hardware.) Environmental considerations...

  • Page 45: Preset Timing Modes

    63,891 VESA,1280 x 1024 79,976 VESA, 1440 X 900 55,935 VESA, 1440 X 900 70,635 ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Vertical Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) (Hz) 70,086 25,175 59,940...
  • Page 46 Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called Horizontal Cycle and the inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal Frequency. Unit : kHz Vertical Frequency Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user.
  • Page 47 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. North America U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) Latin America ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 BRAZIL 4004-0000 CHILE 800-726-7864 (SAMSUNG)
  • Page 48 BELGIUM 02 201 2418 CZECH REPUBLIC 844 000 844 DENMARK 70 70 19 70 FINLAND 030-6227 515 3260 SAMSUNG(7267864) (€ FRANCE 0,15/min) GERMANY 01805 - 121213 (€ 0,14/Min) HUNGARY 06-80-SAMSUNG (7267864) ITALIA 800 SAMSUNG(7267864) LUXEMBURG 0032 (0)2 201 24 18 NETHERLANDS 0900 20 200 88 (€...
  • Page 49 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 Middle East & Africa SOUTH AFRICA 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) U.A.E 800SAMSUNG (7267864) 8000-4726 Terms Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution.

  • Page 50: For Better Display

    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 51 MÉXICO 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. 416, Mae tan-3dong, Yeongtong - gu, Suwon City, Gyeonggi-do Korea...

  • Page 52: 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 53 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.

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