Samsung SyncMaster 242MP Manual page 44

1. Problems related to Installation
Problems related to the monitor installation and their solutions are listed.
Problems
PC It appears the PC does not
Mode function normally.
The monitor screen flickers.
TV TV screen is blurred or
Mode shows noise signals.
TV signal is not received
2. Problems related to Screen
Problems related to the monitor screen and their solutions are listed.
Problems
Screen is blank and power
indicator is off
"Check Signal Cable" message
"Not Optimum Mode" message
Picture rolls vertically.
Image is not clear. Picture is
blurred.
Picture image is unstable and
vibrates.
Ghost images are shown in the
picture.
The image is too light or too dark
Screen color is inconsistent.
Color image is distorted with
dark shadows.
Check if the Display Adapter Driver (VGA Driver) is
properly installed.
(Refer to Installing
Check if the signal cable between the computer and
the monitor is securely connected and tightened.
(Refer to Connecting to a
Check if the TV antenna connector is securely
connected to the external antenna.
(Refer to Connecting to
Check "Channel system" and make sure you choose
the correct channel system.
(Refer to the Channel
Select "Auto program" to configure the channel
system automatically. (Refer to the
Solutions
Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD
monitor is on.
(Refer to the Connecting the
Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC or
video sources.
(Refer to the Connecting the
Ensure that the PC or video sources are turned on.
Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the
video adapter.
Compare these values with the data in the
Modes Chart.
Check if the signal cable is securely connected.
Connect it again securely.
(Refer to Connecting to a Computer)
Run Frequency Coarse and
Turn on again after removing all accessories
(video extension cable, etc.)
Set resolution and frequency to the recommended ranges.
Check if the resolution and frequency set for the computer
video card falls in the range supported by the monitor.
If not, reset them referring to the current
the monitor menu and Preset Timing
Adjust the Brightness and Contrast.
(Refer to the Brightness, Contrast)
Adjust color using Custom
Solutions
Driver)
Computer)
TV)
System)
Auto Program)
monitor)
monitor)
Preset Timing
Fine tuning.
Information
Modes.
under OSD Picture menu.
under