Samsung SyncMaster 244T Owner's Manual

Samsung SyncMaster 244T Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 244T...
  • 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. 24 inch (60cm) - 1920 X 1200 @ 60 Hz Watching the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in eyesight damage.
  • 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 Stand type A...
  • Page 10 Stand type B Manual User's Guide, Monitor Driver, Warranty Card Quick Setup Guide Natural Color, MagicTune™, (Not available in all locations) MagicRotation software Cable D-sub Cable Power Cord DVI Cable USB Cable (A-B Type cable) Sold separately Component Cable S-Video Cable Video Cable...
  • Page 11 Screws (4EA) Front MENU button [ ] Adjust buttons [ Analog/Digital(PC) : MagicBright™ button Set-Bracket 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. MagicBright™...
  • Page 12 Digital(DVD)/Video /S-Video/Component : Mode button Brightness button [ ] Enter button [ ] / SOURCE button AUTO button PIP 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 13: Kensington Lock

    (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 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.
  • Page 14 VIDEO (Source List : Video) : External device (video) input terminal S-VIDEO (Source List : S-Video) : External device (S-video) input terminal COMPONENT IN (Source List : Component) Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to the Y, P cable (Y, P POWER S/W : Switch the monitor on and off.
  • Page 15 Connecting the Monitor Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER IN on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. 2-1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, RGB IN port on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 16: Connecting To Other Devices

    Connecting to Other devices This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or a camcorder without disconnecting the PC. The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product. This product does not have speakers.
  • Page 17 1. Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the DVI IN terminal of the monitor using the DVI cable. 2. Then, start the DVD with a DVD disc inserted. 3. Select Digital using the SOURCE button. 3. Connecting DVD/DTV Set Top Box Connect to the DVD/DTVSet Top Box input if the device has a DVD/DTV connector.
  • Page 18: Power Consumption

    USB 2.0. Data Rate Consumption 1. Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer with the USB cable. To use DOWN (Downstream Port), you have to connect the (Upstream Cable ) to the PC. Make sure to use the USB cable supplied with this monitor to connect the monitor's UP port and your computer's USB port.
  • Page 19: Tilt Angle

    When connecting a device to the device using a cable appropriate to the device. (For the purchase of the cable and external devices, ask the service center of the corresponding product.) The company is not liable for problems or damages to an external device caused by using an unauthorized cable for the connection.
  • Page 20 Using (c), you can adjust the height. You can adjust the tilt within a range of -5 ~ 15 degrees. Using (d), you can horizontally rotate it within a range of -30 ~ 30 degrees. Stand type B Pivot Stand Using (a), you can rotate the screen within a range of 0 ~ 90 degrees.
  • Page 21: Removing The Base

    Tilt angle Using (c), you can adjust the height. You can adjust the tilt within a range of 0 ~ 25 degrees. Using (d), you can horizontally rotate it within a range of -45 ~ 45 degrees. Removing the base 1.
  • Page 22 10cm away from the wall surface. Contact the nearest Samsung Service Center for more information. Samsung Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused by using a base other than those specified. Please use Wall Mount according to the International standards.
  • Page 23 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 Homepage http://www.samsung.com/.
  • Page 24: Windows Xp Operating System

    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 25 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 26: Microsoft ® Windows ® 2000 Operating System

    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 27: Linux Operating System

    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 28 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 29 Use this button for open the on-screen menu and exits from the menu MENU screen or closes screen adjustment menu. Analog/Digital(PC) : MagicBright™ MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes.
  • Page 30 AUTO : Available in Analog mode only Menu When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Press 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 31 Menu After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is locked (unlocked). Locked Even if you use the OSD adjustment lock function, you can still adjust MagicBright™/Mode and Brightness and Contrast of the monitor. Menu Analog/Digital(PC) : MagicBright™ MagicBright™...
  • Page 32 Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes. ( Custom → Entertain → Internet → Text ) MagicBright™ Digital(DVD)/Video/S-Video/Component : Mode / Mode The Monitor has four automatic picture settings that are preset at the factory. Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes.
  • Page 33 Menu Selects the input signal while the OSD is 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 -- SOURCE Analog, Digital, Video, S-Video and Component input signal.) Note : Changing the source is allowed only in external devices that are connected to the monitor at the time.
  • Page 34 Input Menu Use to select PC or other external input sources connected to the Monitor. Use to select the screen of your choice. 1) Analog Source List 2) Digital 3) Video 4) S-Video 5) Component Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier.
  • Page 35 Menu MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently four different modes are available: Text, Internet, Entertain and Custom. Each mode has its own pre-configured brightness value. You can easily select one of four settings by simply pressing MagicBright™...
  • Page 36: Auto Adjustment

    2) Fine : Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). 3) Sharpness : Adjust the Sharpness. 4) H-Position : Adjusts the screen location horizontally. 5) V-Position : Adjusts the screen location vertically.
  • Page 37 Menu The Monitor has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom. You can select "Custom" which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings. 1) Dynamic : Select this mode to view a sharper image than in "Standard"...
  • Page 38 Picture (Video/S-Video/Component) Menu The Monitor has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom. You can select "Custom" which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings.
  • Page 39 experience. Film Mode In Component mode, film mode is only available for 480i and 576i input. MagicColor Pro Menu Implements the natural color chroma according to the display screen. Automatically adjusts to the display screen. Can improve the skin tones. 1) Off 2) Intelligent Enhance natural color except skin tone.
  • Page 40 1) Saturation Adjusts the color saturation. 2) Hue Adjusts the color tones. 6-Color 3) Reset Returns to the original screen mode. - The 6-Color function is only available when the Color Weakness function is turned Off. Enables those with color weakness to view the screen as easily as those with normal vision.
  • Page 41 Position Setup Menu You can choose one of 11 languages. Language Changes the opaqueness of the background of the OSD. 1) High 2) Medium Transparency 3) Low 4) Opaque If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background.
  • Page 42: 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 43: 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 44 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installation Status" window appears.
  • Page 45: 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 46 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 47: 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, part of MagicTune Program may not operate normally.
  • Page 48: 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 49: Image Tab Definition

    well as pictures taken by a digital camera or scanner through Windows. Saturation - To adjust the chroma. 6-Color Hue - To adjust the color tone. Reset - To reset the monitor settings to the factory defaults. Image Tab Definition Adjusts the Fine , Coarse and Position values.
  • Page 50: Support Tab Definition

    Support Tab Definition Shows the Asset ID and the version number of the program, and allows you to use the Help feature. Visit the MagicTune website or click to open the Help files (User Manual) if you need any Help help installing or running MagicTune.
  • Page 51: 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 52 2. Press "View Uncalibrated" button to see the original image.
  • Page 53 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™...
  • Page 54: 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 55 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 56 MagicTune, FAQs (questions and answers) and software upgrades. website 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 57: 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 58: 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 agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.
  • Page 59 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installation Status" window appears.
  • Page 60: 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 61 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. User Applications using OpenGL and DirectDraw (3D drawing) will not function as per the orientation mode selected (90, 180, 270).
  • Page 62 Overview Installation Interface When Rotation is functioning, portion of MagicTune™ program may not operate normally. AutoRotation : The screens display will automatically rotate when the monitor is rotated. To execute Auto Rotation, it should be done as below. Please install both MagicRotation and MagicTune™ 3.6 programs in your computer.
  • Page 63 Rotate to 90 : Display will be rotated 90 degrees from the current angle. Rotate to 180 : Display will be rotated 180 degrees from the current angle.
  • Page 64 Rotate to 270 : Display will be rotated 270 degrees from the current angle. 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 66 Overview Installation 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 67: 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 68 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 69 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 70 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 71: 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. 1. 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 72 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 : 1920 X 1200 60Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on.
  • Page 73 General General Model Name SyncMaster 244T LCD Panel Size 24.3" Diagonal (61cm) Display area 518 mm (H) x 324 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.270 mm (H) x 0.270 mm (V) Type a-Si / PVA Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 94 kHz (Analog)
  • Page 74: Environmental Considerations

    15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable, detachable, 1.8 m DVI-D to DVI-D connector, detachable, 2.0 m Power Consumption Less than 100 W(Analog/Digital) Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight : Stand type A 560.4 x 247.1 x 443.5 mm (22.1 x 9.7 x 17.5 inch) / 9.45 kg (state of stand installed) Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight : Stand type B 560.4 x 255 x 506 mm (22.1 x 10.0 x 19.9 inch) / 9.55 kg(state of stand installed) VESA Mounting Interface...
  • Page 75 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. Table 1.
  • Page 76 Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user. The frequency of this repetition is called Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz...
  • Page 77 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 BRAZIL 0800-124-421 CHILE 800-726-7864 (SAMSUNG) COSTA RICA...
  • Page 78 JAPAN 0120-327-527 MALAYSIA 1800-88-9999 PHILIPPINES 1800-10-SAMSUNG (7267864) SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG (7267864) THAILAND 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 SOUTH AFRICA 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) U.A.E 800SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/be http://www.samsung.com/cz http://www.samsung.com/dk http://www.samsung.com/fi http://www.samsung.com/fr http://www.samsung.de http://www.samsung.com/hu http://www.samsung.com/it http://www.samsung.lu http://www.samsung.com/nl http://www.samsung.com/no http://www.samsung.com/pl http://www.samsung.com/pt...
  • Page 79 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 80: Dot Pitch

    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 Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user.
  • Page 81: 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 82: 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 83 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 84: 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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