Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property dam- age. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Otherwise, it may result in death or personal injury. Otherwise, it may result in personal injury or property damage.
Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. •...
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Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet. • Put down the monitor carefully. • Do not place the front of the product on the floor. •...
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When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean it softly with a dry cloth. • Since the product housing is easily scratched, make sure to use the specified cloth only. • When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly onto the main body of the product.
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Do not lift or move the product back and forwards or right and left while only holding the power cord or signal cables. • Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage to the product or fire due to damage to the cable. Make sure that the ventilating opening is not blocked by a table or curtain.
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• If you use the product in a location exposed to vibrations, it may damage the product and result in fire. When moving the product, turn the power off and disconnect the power plug, antenna cable, and all the cables connected to the product.
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Do not install the product in a location low enough for children to reach. • Otherwise, it may fall and result in personal injury. • Since the front part of the product is heavy, install the product on a level and stable surface. Do not put any heavy objects on the product.
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Introduction {LD190,LD190G}Package Contents Note 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 Manuals Quick Setup Guide Cables D-Sub Cable Others Cleaning Cloth Warranty Card...
Note Cleaning Cloth is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature. Your Monitor Initial Settings Select the language using the up or down key. The displayed content will disappear after 40 seconds. Turn the Power button off and on. It will be displayed again. It can be displayed up to three (3) times.
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When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. AUTO button When OSD is not on the screen, push the button for auto adjustment. Adjust buttons [ These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu. Power button [ Use this button for turning the product on and off.
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. Note The location of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model. Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the Monitor turn it in the locking direction...
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Cables D-Sub Cable Others Cleaning Cloth Note Cleaning Cloth is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature. Your Monitor Initial Settings Select the language using the up or down key. The displayed content will disappear after 40 seconds. Turn the Power button off and on.
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Front Note Touch them lightly with your fingers to use them. MENU button [MENU] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. Brightness button [ ] When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness.
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POWER port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back of the product. USB OUT port DOWN(USB downstream port) DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device with the Connect the USB cable. UP(USB upstream port) UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer Connect the...
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Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the Monitor turn it in the locking direction Connect the Kensington Lock cable. Fix the Kensington Lock to a desk or a heavy stationary object. Note See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.
Connections Monitor connection with D-SUB cable 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.
Press the Fn + F4( Then the 'Easy Display Manager'screen appears in which you can select a display device. Whenever you press the F4( is changed. Monitor connection with USB cable Note The monitor can be operated with USB cable connection only. The monitor can be operated with D-sub cable connection as well.
(LD220/LD220G models only) Maximum of 4 monitors can be used at a same time with a serial USB connection. Maximum of 6 monitors can be used at a same time with a parallel USB connection. When connecting serially You can connect up to four (4) USB monitors serially. When connecting in parallel You can connect up to six (6) USB monitors in parallel.
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When the Driver installation is completed, please set the USB monitor to multi-monitor. • USB Driver online download Please visit the Download Center (http://www.samsung.com) and download the USB Monitor Driver by searching the model name. • Display settings after program installation...
Mode position: Right hand side of the Main Screen Mode rotation: 0 ° Multi-monitor Configuration Note Both USB monitor (USB Cable connection) and general monitor (D-SUB connection) have same multi-monitor configuration. Click 'Start >Control panel > Appearance and Themes >Display'. Select 'Settings' tab.
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Click the monitor icon to display a list of connected USB monitors. e.g.,) The following figure shows when two USB monitors are connected. Select the monitor for which you want to configure the display settings. You can configure the "Screen Resolution" , "Color Quality" and "Screen Rotation" settings for your monitor. Note Because this USB monitor is recognized as a USB device, the DOS screen that appears for general monitors when a PC is booting up is not displayed.
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Any input from mouse or keyboard will activate the display if it is under the power saving mode. I can't install USB Driver with the supplied CD. • Download USB driver at Samsung Electronics website and install it.[ http://www.sam- sung.com ] After installing USB Driver, The computer performance is slow. •...
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This can be done by click 'Start' - 'Control Panel' - 'Add/Remove Programs' - 'Samsung Ubisync Monitor' - 'Remove'. All the connected USB monitors will not be able to use if the software program is removed. Installation software pro- gram must be installed again in ordr to use USB monitor.
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UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer with the USB Connect the cable. Note DOWN port, you have to connect the UP (Upstream Cable) to the PC. To use Make sure to use the USB cable supplied with this monitor to connect the monitor's UP port and your computer's USB port.
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Connections Using the Stand Folding the base Note You can tilt the monitor backwards at an angle of 10 °~ 30 ° (±5°) .
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows".
Note 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/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) ® Microsoft Windows Vista™‚ Operating System Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.
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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. 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".
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Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next". 10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence. ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System...
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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...". Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. Click "Update Driver..."...
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If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. Note 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.
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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. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open"...
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Select the "Monitor" tab. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area. Choose "Specify the location of the driver". Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location..." then click "Next" button. Click the "Have Disk" button. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK"...
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Using the Software 10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other re- quested hardware.
Adjusting the Monitor Direct Functions Note • The monitor LED displays for 10 seconds • Press the MENU button four times continuously to exit OSD AUTO(Available in Analog mode only) When no OSD is displayed,press” ” button to perform the AUTO function, the auto adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center.
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Language Exit Brightness (Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.) You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal prefer- ence. MagicBright MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the con- tents of the image you are watching.
For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD. • Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects distribution of inputted visual signal and adjusts to create optimum contrast. Source Choose the video signal between Analog and USB. Image Size You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor.
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Adjusting the Monitor Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. MENU → → MENU→ → MENU Exit Perform this function to close OSD. MENU → →...
Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note 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. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. Turn on the monitor.
Useful Tips A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, become noisy, and video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact the Service Center or your dealer.
Mode 1360 x 768(1920 x 1080) 60 Hz" message appears for one minute and then disappears. Please change to the recommended mode during this one-minute period. (The message is displayed again if the system is rebooted.) There is no image on the screen. Is the power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1 second intervals? The monitor is in PowerSaver mode.
(The maximum frequency per resolution may differ from product to product.) There are only 16 colors shown on the screen. The screen colors have changed after changing the video card. Have the Windows colors been set properly? Windows XP : Set the resolution at the Control Panel →...
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The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) How can I adjusts the resolution? Windows XP: Set the resolution in the Control Panel →...
450.2 x 295.8 x 72.0 mm (17.7 x 11.6 x 2.8 inch) (With Stand) / 4.7 kg(10.4 lbs) Environmental considerations Operating Storage SyncMaster LD190 18.5 inch (47 cm) 409.8 mm (H) x 230.4 mm (V) 0.3 mm (H) x 0.3 mm (V)
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ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Power off (Power button) EPA/ENERGY 2000 Less than 1 watts ®...
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 adjusts the screen as follows.
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Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 50 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution 1360 x 768@60 Hz Maximum resolution 1360 x 768@60 Hz Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog, USB 0.7 Vp-p ± 5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥...
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This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Horizontal Vertical Fre-...
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Display Mode IBM, 720 x 400 MAC, 640 x 480 MAC, 832 x 624 VESA, 640 x 480 VESA, 640 x 480 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 1024 x 768 VESA, 1024 x 768 VESA, 1024 x 768 VESA, 1360 x 768...
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Resolution Optimum resolution 1920 x 1080@60 Hz Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080@60 Hz Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog, USB 0.7 Vp-p ± 5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V) Maximum Pixel Clock 164 MHz (Analog, USB) Power Supply...
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This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Horizontal Vertical Fre-...
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Display Mode VESA, 1920 X 1080 General General Model Name LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080@60 Hz Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog, USB 0.7 Vp-p ± 5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥...
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Power Supply AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Signal Cable 15pin - to - 15pin D-sub cable, Detachable USB Interface connector,Detachable Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (Simple Stand) 594.0 x 405.0 x 123.0 mm (23.4 x 15.9 x 4.8 inch) (With Stand) / 5.7 kg(12.6 lbs) Environmental considerations Operating Storage...
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This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Horizontal Vertical Fre-...
Information For Better Display Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the computer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have an uneven picture quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT- LCD.
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the previous image is retained when switching to a new video image. All display products, including LCD, are subject to image retention. This is not a product de- fect. Please follow the suggestions below to protect your LCD from image retention. Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode •...
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• Change the characters color and background color every 30 minutes • Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement. 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 con- ditions.
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Information Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II...
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Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A CANADA MEXICO ARGENTINA BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP.
Vertical Frequency Horizontal Frequency Interlace and Non-Interlace Methods Plug & Play Resolution Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user. The fre- quency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.
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