SyncMaster B1630N/B1730NW/B1930N/B1930NW/B2030/B2030N/B2230/B2230N/ B2230W/B2330/B2430L LCD Monitor User Manual The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
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Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Do not clean the product with an inflammable substance such as benzene or thinner or with a wet cloth. This may result in a problem with the product.
Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injury or Warning even a fatality. Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a personal injury or Caution property damage.
Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord. •...
Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rain drops) and installing it within a vehicle. • This may result in electric shock or fire. Avoid installing the product at an easily reachable height where children may reach •...
Before cleaning the product, unplug the power cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel coming off.
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When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug the power cord and under no circumstance touch the antenna cable as this is danger- ous. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Avoid moving the product by pulling the power cord or antenna cable. •...
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Watching the product from too close a dis- tance continuously may damage your eye- sight. It is important to give your eyes some rest (5 minutes every hour) when viewing the prod- uct screen for long periods of time. • This will alleviate any eye strain.
Installing the Product Package Contents • Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product at a later stage. Installation Manual (Not available in all locations) Power Cord DVI Cable The cleaning cloth is supplied with black high-glossy models only.
Installing 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 the Stand in the direction shown by the figure. Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected. Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that it is completely fixed.
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- Caution Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand. Installing the Product...
Removing the Stand Before removing the stand, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen faces downwards. Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth so that the front of the product faces downwards.
Installing the Stand for the Wall Mount This product provides a stand mount of 75 mm x 75 mm(3.0 x 3.0 inches) that complies with the VESA specifications. Stand Mount Stand (Optional) 1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2.
Connecting with a PC The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. • When the graphics card provides D-Sub (<Analog>) output • Connect the [RGB IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable.
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When both the DVI (<Digital>) and D-Sub (<Analog>) cables are connected, you can select the input signal <Analog/ Digital> by pressing the[ ]button. Installing the Product...
Kensington Lock Kensington Lock A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locations. Since the shape and usage of the locking device may differ depending on the model and the manufacturer, for more information, refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device.
Using the product Setting the Optimal Resolution If you turn the power on after purchasing the product, a message regarding the optimal resolution setting appears on the screen. Select a language and the optimal resolution. • The message appears up to 3 times if the resolution has not been set to the optimal resolution. •...
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 31.469 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 VESA, 800 x 600...
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 MAC, 832 x 624 49.726 MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681 VESA, 640 x 480 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600...
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3-10 Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 31.469 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 VESA, 800 x 600 48.077 VESA, 800 x 600...
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3-11 Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 31.469 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 VESA, 800 x 600 48.077 VESA, 800 x 600...
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3-12 Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 31.469 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 VESA, 800 x 600 48.077 VESA, 800 x 600...
CD-ROM supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit a service center or Samsung Electronics website(http://www.samsung.com/), and download the driver. Related Windows 7 driver can be downloaded from Samsung Electronics website. 1. Insert the driver installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
3-14 Product Operating Buttons Product Operating Buttons Touch them lightly with your fingers to use them. ICON Press this button to view the On Screen Display (OSD). This button is also used to exit the OSD or to return to a higher-level OSD menu * OSD Adjustment Lock This function locks the OSD in order to maintain the current settings or to prevent the settings from being changed by another person...
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ICON SOURCE Use this button to select a function If you press the [SOURCE] button when there is no OSD, the input signal (Analog/Digital) is switched. When the input signal is switched by pressing [SOURCE] button or the product is turned on, a message displaying the selected input signal appears at the top left of the screen.
3-15 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure TOP MENUS Brightness PICTURE Coarse MagicColor COLOR Color Effect H-Position SIZE & POSI- TION Reset SETUP&RESET Off Timer Setting Menu Transpar- ency INFORMA- TION...
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MENU MagicBright Provides preset picture settings optimized for various user environments such as editing a document, surfing the Internet, playing games,or movies and so on. • <Custom> If the preset picture modes are not sufficient, users can configure the <brightness> and <Contrast>...
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MENU Coarse Removes vertical noise lines (line pattern) from the screen. The location of the screen may be changed after the adjustment. In this case, move the screen so that the screen is displayed at the center of the display panel using the <H-Position> menu. This function is only available in Analog mode.
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MENU MagicColor Expresses natural colors more clearly without changing the picture quality using proprietary digital picture quality improvement technology developed by Samsung Electronics. • <Off> - Turns the <MagicColor> function off. • <Demo> - You can compare the pictures processed by <MagicColor> with the original pictures.
(This is unavailable when <MagicBright> is set to <Dynamic Contrast> and <Cinema> mode.) SIZE & POSITION MENU H-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen horizontally. This function is only available in Analog mode. When a 720P, 1080i or 1080P signal is input in AV mode ,select <Screen Fit >to adjust horizontal position in 0-6 levels.
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MENU Menu H-Position You can adjust the horizontal position of the OSD. Menu V-Position You can adjust the vertical position of the OSD. SETUP&RESET MENU Reset Use this function to restore the visual quality and color settings to the factory defaults. •...
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MENU MagicEco This function provides user a low power mode which is realized by lowering the current of the display panel. • <100%> When <100%> is selected, the power consumption is 100% of Default Setting. • <75%> When <75%> is selected, the power consumption is 75% of Default Setting. •...
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MENU DESCRIPTION INFORMATION Shows the frequency and resolution set on the PC. For models with an Analog interface only, <Analog/Digital> is not shown in the <Information>. Using the product 3-15...
What is Natural Color ? This software works only for Samsung products and enables adjusting the displayed colors on the product and matches the colors on the product with the colors of the printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1).
MagicTune What is MagicTune? MagicTune is a software program that helps with monitor adjustments by providing comprehensive descriptions of monitor functions and easy-to-understand guidelines. Users can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using the operating buttons of the product. Installing the Software 1.
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5. Select [Yes] to start removing MagicTune™. 6. Wait until a message box appears informing you that the software has been removed completely. For technical support, the FAQ (frequently asked questions) or information about the software upgrade for MagicTune™, please visit our website. Installing the Software...
MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections. Installing the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the MultiScreen setup program. If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the MultiScreen setup file on the CD-ROM.
Troubleshooting Monitor Self-Diagnosis • You can check if the product is working properly using the Self-Diagnosis function. • If a blank screen is displayed and the Power LED blinks even if the product and the PC are properly connected, perform the self-diagnosis function according to the procedures below.
Before Requesting Service Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Center. A BLANK SCREEN APPEARS / I CANNOT TURN THE PRODUCT ON Is the power cord connected properly? Is the <Check Signal Cable>...
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THE COLOR IS DISPLAYED IN 16 BIT (16 COLORS). THE COLOR HAS BEEN CHANGED AFTER CHANGING THE Did you install the device driver for the product? Is the graphics card configured correctly? WHEN I CONNECT THE MONITOR, THE 'UNKNOWN MONITOR, PLUG&PLAY (VESA DDC) MONITOR FOUND' Did you install the device driver for the product? Check if all the Plug&Play (VESA DDC) functions are sup- ported referring to the User Manual of the graphics card.
FAQ! How can I change the frequency of the video signal? How can I change the resolution? How can I use the power saving function? Troubleshooting PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. (For more information, refer to the User Manual of the com- puter or the graphics card.) Windows XP : Change the resolution by selecting Control...
More Information Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations...
Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage Tilt...
Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage Tilt...
Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage Tilt...
Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage Tilt...
6-10 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
6-11 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage...
6-12 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
6-13 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage...
6-14 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
6-15 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage...
6-16 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
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6-17 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage...
6-18 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
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6-19 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage...
6-20 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
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6-21 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (Simple stand) Environmen- Operating tal consider- ations Storage...
6-22 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.
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6-24 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 on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.