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Samsung SyncMaster 971P User Manual

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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 971P Install drivers Install programs...
  • 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 Installation Be sure to contact an authorized location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and chemical substances, or where it will be operated for 24 hours continuously such as an airport, train station or etc. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your set. Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust.
  • Page 5 Set down the monitor carefully. 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.
  • Page 6 Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth. If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth. A dirty connector may cause an electric shock or fire. Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.
  • Page 7 If the monitor is dropped or the casing is damaged, turn the monitor off and unplug the power cord. Then contact the The monitor may malfunction, causing an electric shock or fire. Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time.
  • Page 8 Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and gimlet or inflammable objects such as paper and match into the vent, headphone port or AV ports. It may cause a fire or an electric shock. If an alien substances or water flows into the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector from the wall outlet and contact If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual image...
  • Page 9 eyesight damage. To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of using the monitor. Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location prone to vibrations. Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal injury.
  • Page 11 List of Features Magic Contrast: Implements a deep color contrast of 1500:1 ratio. Magic Speed: Provides a clear screen without afterimages with fast response speed of 6ms. Magic Stand: Provides a high availability to fit your environmental needs with a height adjustable stand (up to 60mm).
  • Page 12 Manual Quick Setup Guide Cable 'DVI to D-SUB' Cable DVI Cable Others Cleaning Cloth Do not use other cables except the dedicated cables, such as DVI/D-Sub and DVI cables, for the product. To purchase DVI/D-Sub or DVI cable additionally, contact your local product distributor. Front User's Guide, Warranty Card...
  • Page 13 MagicBright control button. >>Click here to see an animation clip 2) MagicColor 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 14 When you press the power button, the monitor is on/off. >>Click here to see an animation clip 2) Input Source When you press the power button, the input source may be changed to Analog or Digital, blinking once with blue lihgt. >>Click here to see an animation clip 3) Auto adjustment When you press the power button, the Auto Adjustment function is...
  • Page 15 DVI : Connect the DVI terminal of your monitor to your computer using a DVI/D-Sub cable. DC 12V : Connect a power line to a direct current power supply and then plug it into the relevant power port. UP (USB upstream port): Connect the computer with the USB cable.
  • Page 16 Connecting the Monitor Connect a power line to a direct current power supply and then plug it into the relevant power port. Using the D-Sub (analog) connector on the video card. 2-1. Connect the DVI terminal of your monitor to the D-Sub terminal of your computer using a DVI/D-Sub cable.
  • Page 17 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/ 1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 18 4. If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. (Microsoft 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 19 3. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced..". 4. Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. 5. Click "Update Driver.." and select "Install from a list or.." then click "Next" button. 6.
  • Page 20 8. 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/ 9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
  • Page 21 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 22 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 23 How to delete the Natural Color Pro software program Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a program". Select Natural Color Pro from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button.

  • Page 24: Installation

    Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the AutoRotation installation file. 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next."...
  • Page 25 5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. 6. Choose a folder to install the AutoRotation program. 7. Click "Install."...
  • Page 26 8. The "Installation Status" window appears. 9. Click "Finish." 10. When the installation is complete, the MagicRotation, MagicTune™ executable icon appears on your desktop.
  • Page 27 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 (MagicTune™) The installation of MagicTune™ can be affected by such factors as the video card, motherboard and the network environment.
  • Page 28 e.g. 3D games 4. DOS based applications in Full Screen Mode will not function as per the orientation mode selected (90, 180, 270). 5. Dual is not supported in Windows™ 98, ME, NT 4.0. 6. MagicRotation does not provide support for 24 bits per pixel (Bit depth/Color Quality). 7.
  • Page 29 OSD Mode Overview 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. Unfortunately, the manual controls available to tune the image often prove to be challenging.

  • Page 30: Osd Mode

    When Pivot is functioning, part of MagicTune™ Program may not operate normally. AutoRotation : AutoRotation will automatically pivots the monitor to 0, 90, 180degrees when you pivots the monitor. To execute Rotation, it should be done as below. Please install both of Rotation program and MagicTune™ 3.6 in your PC. Launch MagicTune™...
  • Page 31 - 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...
  • Page 32 1. OFF : Returns to the original mode. 2. DEMO : The screen before applying MagicColor appears on the right and the screen after applying MagicColor appears on the left. 3. Full : Displays not only vivid natural color but also more realistic natural skin color with clearness.
  • Page 33 [Options] ' [Basic Settings]. Select Language - The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. Source Analog Select Digital You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to your preferences. MagicBright MagicColor Customized Auto Setup Source Select Set the custom key to Select Input. Color Tone Support Tab Definition Shows the Asset ID and the version number of the program, and allows you to use the Help...

  • Page 34: Color Calibration

    Overview OSD Mode Color Calibration 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 35: 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 36 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 37 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 38 Overview When Rotation is functioning, part of MagicTune™ Program may not operate normally. AutoRotation : AutoRotation will automatically AutoRotations the monitor to 0, 90, 180degrees when you AutoRotations the monitor. To execute AutoRotation, it should be done as below. Please install both of Rotation program and MagicTune™ 3.6 in your PC. Launch MagicTune™...
  • Page 39 Rotate to 90 : Display will get rotated to 90 degree from the current angle of rotation. Rotate to 180 : Display will get rotated to 180 degree from the current angle of rotation.
  • Page 40 Rotate to 270 : Display will get rotated to 270 degree from the current angle of rotation. 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.
  • Page 41 About : It shows the version and copyright of MagicRotation program. Exit : It exits from MagicRotation program. Overview 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.
  • Page 42 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 Information section or contact your Symptom Check List No images on the Is the power cord screen.
  • Page 43 MagicTune™ is an additional software for the monitor. 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 Driver...
  • Page 44 Warning Messages Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. be downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune. contact an authorized service Answer Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used.
  • Page 45 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. Turn on the monitor. If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below. This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.
  • Page 46 General General Model Name SyncMaster 971P LCD Panel Size 19" Diagonal (48 cm) Display area 376.32 mm (H) x 301.056 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.294 mm (H) x 0.294 mm (V) Type a-si TFT active matrix Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color...
  • Page 47 ENERGY STAR Power saving mode Blue Black Less than 1 W (Off-mode) ® ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power off EPA/ENERGY 2000 Black Less than 1 W compliant and ENERGY2000...
  • Page 48 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 (Exception : 640 x 480/60 Hz, 720 x 400/70Hz, 800 x 600/60 Hz) 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.
  • Page 49 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 0-800-507-7267...
  • Page 50 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/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 http://www.samsung.com/sk...
  • Page 51 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 52 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 53: 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 54 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 55: 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.