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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 720TD Install drivers Install programs...
  • Page 2 Notation 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. Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
  • Page 3 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. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage. Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose.
  • 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: Cleaning And Use

    The monitor could be damaged or broken. 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 10 cm/4 inch ) for ventilation purposes.
  • Page 6 Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire. 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.
  • Page 7 Oral contact with the electronic pen or using a damaged battery may adversely affect the human body. If the battery in the electronic pen is damaged and human skin is contaminated with the fluid from the battery, wash the skin with flowing water for 1 to 2 minutes. Do not damage the electronic pen with a gimlet or tack and do not disassemble the electronic pen.
  • Page 8 Do not move the monitor right or left 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 cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
  • Page 9 Inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality. 17 inch (43 cm) - 1280 x 1024 Keep all power adaptors apart. Failure to do so may cause fire. Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source. Failure to do so may cause fire. Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adaptor before use.
  • Page 10 Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal injury. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may shorten the lifetime of the product or may 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 11: 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 12 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 13 Features What is a Tablet Monitor? A Graphics Drawing Tablet is used for sketching new images or tracing existing images. The user makes contact with the tablet using a wired or wireless pen or puck. If a user draws a drawing with a pen or puck, the screen pointer draws the corresponding image. Since a puck can pinpoint the edge or terminal precisely using the cross hairs viewable through the transparent lens, it is preferred by users who draw precise scientific drawings.

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    → Resource-saving since it does not require paper, pen or scanner - easy drawing and editing. Package Contents Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, Contact a local dealer Unpacking Manual Quick Setup Guide Cable Power Cord...

  • Page 15: Your Monitor

    Cleaning Cloth Sold separately D-sub Cable Your Monitor Front MENU button [ ] Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the...
  • Page 16 previous menu. MagicBright™ button MagicBright™ is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently six different modes are available: Custom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport and Movie. Each mode has its own pre- configured brightness value.
  • Page 17 The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product. PC Connection Port Separating the Cable Connecting the Cable RGB OUT Port To purchase a cable, contact the nearest Center. RGB IN + USB Port It is installed on your product. To purchase an additional cable, contact the nearest Center.
  • Page 18 DC 14V Connection Port DC OUT Port Kensington Lock Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections. This product supports both 110V and 220V. (The voltage is automatically selected by the DC Adaptor.) After connecting the cables, connect the power cord to the wall outlet.

  • Page 19: Connecting Cables

    Connecting Cables Connect the power cord to the DC power supply and to the 220V or 110V wall outlet. (The voltage is automatically selected by the power supply.) To use the D-Sub (analog) output through another device (monitor, TV, projector, etc.) - Connect the RGB OUT port of the monitor and the D-Sub port of another device using the D-Sub cable.

  • Page 20: Using The Stand

    Using Macintosh - Connect the monitor and the Macintosh computer using the computer connection cable (Tableau Signal Cable). If you are using an old model Macintosh, connect the monitor and the Macintosh using a Macintosh adaptor (sold separately). If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them. Using the Stand Using the Tablet Press the Signal button to activate it.
  • Page 21 Pen Tip This part makes contact with the screen and plays the role of the left mouse button. Switch Press the pen once lightly on the screen for a click and press the pen twice for a double-click operation. Signal This part transmits the signal and notifies its position.
  • Page 22 the Pen Tip If the recommended cleaning solution is not available, dilute a cleaning solution with water at a ratio of 1:10. Replacing the As the pen is used, the pen tip will become worn out. Pen Lead If the abrasions are severe or you experiencing difficulties when using it, replace the pen lead.
  • Page 23 Screws (3) Anchors (3) Screws (4) (For wall mount) To purchase an optional product, contact a Samsung Electronics Service Center. Installing the Bracket (wall mount) Bracket (main body) Installation Method 1 Fold the monitor stand and place the bracket (main body) at the bottom of the stand. Align the groove of the bracket (main body) and the groove of the monitor stand and fix them firmly with 2 screws.
  • Page 24 Fold the monitor stand and rotate it so that the cable connection ports face the floor. Place the bracket (main body) at the bottom of the stand. Align the groove of the bracket (main body) and the groove of the monitor stand and fix them firmly with 4 screws.
  • Page 25 When installed by Bracket (main body) Installation Method 1 When installed by Bracket (main body) Installation Method 2...
  • Page 26 Tableau Program Installation Procedures Insert the Tableau Installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click on the Tableau Setup program. If the Installation Wizard screen appears, click on the 'Next' button. Enter the user information and click on 'Next'.
  • Page 27 Click on 'Install'. The installation progress screen appears. Click on 'Finish'.
  • Page 28 When the installation is completed, the Tableau shortcut icon is created on the Desktop. The Tableau icon [ ] is also created in the Taskbar (System Tray). Click on the Tableau icon [ ] and select a Tableau menu. Menus When clicking the Tableau icon [ ], the Tableau menu window appears.

  • Page 29: Monitor Driver

    Internet web site Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Windows ME Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows ME Driver". Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button. :http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/...
  • Page 30 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/ Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)
  • Page 31 Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows ME Windows NT Linux ® ® 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...". Click the "Properties"...
  • Page 32 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/ Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
  • Page 33 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"...

  • Page 34: 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 35: Installation

    How to delete the Natural Color software program Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a program". Select Natural Color from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button. | Installation | OSD Mode Overview Overview What is MagicTune™? Monitor performance can vary due to the graphics card, host computer lighting conditions and other environmental factors.
  • Page 36 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.
  • Page 37 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installation Status" window appears. 9. Click "Finish."...
  • Page 38 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 39: 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 Pivot is functioning, part of MagicTune™...
  • Page 40 - 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 41 Especially, MagicZone is appropriate to using the moving picture. Auto Detect : If you run the Movie in some players, MagicZone will automatically get the play screen highlighted (it will be supported in players of Gom, Adrenalin, KCP, Window Media, and Power DVD etc., )Some other players also can be highlighted but could have some problems.

  • Page 42: Color Calibration

    Option Tab Definition You can configure MagicTune™ using the following options. Loads the Preferences Dialog Box. Preferences in use will have an "V" in the check box. To turn on or off any Preference, position the cursor over the box and click. Preferences Enable task tray menu .
  • Page 43 background pattern 2. When you detect specific color tone on "Control patch", move the control cursor toward to the direction of the color tone referring to "Color reference Circle". => Adjustment is finished properly, you won't detect any color tone on Control patch. 3.

  • Page 44: 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 45 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 46 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 47 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. 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program.
  • Page 48 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installation Status" window appears. 9. Click "Finish."...

  • Page 49: Installation Problems

    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 50 Windows™ 98 SE Windows™ Me Windows™ NT 4.0 Windows™ 2000 Windows™ XP Home Edition Windows™ XP Professional Hardware 128MB Memory above(recommended) 25MB Free Hard disk space above Service Packs It is recommended that your System has the latest Service Pack installed. For Windows™...
  • Page 51 Rotate to 0 : Display will get rotated to 0 degree from the current angle of rotation. Rotate to 90 : Display will get rotated to 90 degree from the current angle of rotation.
  • Page 52 Rotate to 180 : Display will get rotated to 180 degree from the current angle of rotation. Rotate to 270 : Display will get rotated to 270 degree from the current angle of rotation.
  • Page 53 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. User can create the hot key with the combination of Shift, Ctrl, Alt and general keys. In case only general key is pressed, it will be assigned in the form of Alt+general key.
  • Page 54 7. After uninstall restart the system to complete the uninstallation. Visit the MagicRotation website for technical support for MagicRotation, FAQs (questions and answers) and software upgrades. * Windows™ is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation,Inc. Overview Installation Troubleshooting Before You Call Technical Support MagicRotation Software works with the installed "Display Driver"...

  • Page 55: 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 56 Menu When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' function while the AUTO PATTERN AUTO...
  • Page 57 Menu After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is locked (unlocked). OSD Lock & Unlock You can also adjust the brightness and contrast of the monitor with the OSD adjustment locking feature. MagicBright™ Menu Push the MagicBright™ button to circle through available preconfigured modes.

  • Page 58: Osd Function

    Brightness Menu Brightness When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. OSD Function Picture Brightness Color MagicColor Coarse Image Language Image Reset Setup Information Picture Description Contrast Color Tone Color Control Gamma Fine Sharpness H-Position H-Position V-Position Transparency...
  • Page 59 Menu You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference. Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. Brightness Direct Access Feature : When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. >>...
  • Page 60 Menu 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. Returns to the original mode. Demo The screen before applying MagicColor appears on the right and the screen after applying MagicColor appears on the left.
  • Page 61 The tone of the color can be changed and one of four modes can be selected -Cool, Normal, Warm and Custom. Color Tone Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. → → → MENU Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance. -Red, Green, Blue Color Control Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent.
  • Page 62 Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. H-Position → MENU Changes the vertical position of the monitor's entire display. V-Position → MENU Menu You can choose one of eight languages. The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It Language has no effect on any software running on the computer.
  • Page 63 → → → MENU Setup Menu Image parameters are replaced with the factory default values. Image Reset → → MENU Color parameters are replaced with the factory default values. Color Reset → → MENU Information → → → MENU Description →...
  • Page 64 Menu Description Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. Information → MENU...

  • Page 65: Check List

    Check List 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 the Symptom Check List No images on the Is the power cord screen.
  • Page 66 Screen Display. On Screen Display (OSD) Menu to prevent changes? The screen shows Is the screen strange colors or displaying only one just black and white. color as if looking at the screen through a cellophane paper? Have the screen colors become strange after running a program or due to...
  • Page 67 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 contact an authorized service center.
  • Page 68 Are the ultrasonic waves from the electronic pen harmful to the human body when used over a long time? Why are there 2 buttons emitting ultrasonic waves? 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.
  • Page 69 (one meter) of the monitor. Useful Tips A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is trouble with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Video mode not supported, etc.

  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications General Model Name SyncMaster 720TD LCD Panel Size 17 " Diagonal (43 cm) Display area 337.92 mm (H) x 270.336 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.264 mm (H) x 0.264 mm (V) Type a-si TFT active matrix Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color...
  • Page 71 Signal Cable Tableau Signal Cable, Detachable, 1.8 m 15pin to 15pin D-sub cable, Detachable, 1.8 m (Option) Signal Connectors 15pin 3-row D-Sub connector, USB+DVI connector Power Consumption Less than 34 W Dimensions (W x D x H) / Weight 429.0 x 38.5 x 351.5 mm / 16.9 x 1.5 x 13.8 inch 429.0 x 225 x 424.5 mm / 16.9 x 8.9 x 16.7 inch (After installation of Stand) 429.0 x 160 x 423 mm / 16.9 x 6.3 x 16.7 inch (After folding the Stand) / 6.2 kg VESA Mounting Interface...

  • Page 72: Preset Timing Modes

    VESA, 1024 x 60.023 VESA, 1152 x 67.500 60.000 VESA, 1280 x Less than 1 W (Off-mode) ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Vertical Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) (Hz) 66.667 30.240 74.551 57.284...
  • Page 73 VESA, 1280 x 63.981 1024 VESA, 1280 x 79.976 1024 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 74 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. North America CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) Latin America ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 BRAZIL 0800-124-421 CHILE 800-726-7864 (SAMSUNG)
  • Page 75 800-810-5858, 010- 6475 1880 HONG KONG 2862 6001 INDIA 3030 8282, 1600 1100 11 INDONESIA 0800-112-8888 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 Middle East & Africa http://www.samsung.com/cz http://www.samsung.com/dk http://www.samsung.com/fi...

  • Page 76: For Better Display

    SOUTH AFRICA 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) U.A.E 800SAMSUNG (7267864) 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...
  • Page 77 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.

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