Samsung SyncMaster 204T User Manual

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  • Page 1 Install drivers Install programs SyncMaster 204T...
  • 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 Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire inside the monitor. 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 project beyond the showcase or shelf.
  • Page 5 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 10cm/4inch ) for ventilation purposes.
  • Page 6 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. Contact the once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or fire.
  • Page 7 Do not try to move the monitor 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 move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable.
  • Page 8 Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the model. Inappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality. 20 inch - 1600 X 1200 Watching the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in eyesight damage. To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of using the monitor.
  • Page 9 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 Manual User's Guide, Monitor Driver, Warranty Card Quick Setup Guide Natural Color, MagicTune™, (Not available in all locations) MagicRotation software Cable...
  • Page 10 D-Sub Cable Sold separately DVI Cable Front Menu button [ ] Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. Adjust items in the menu. / Brightness button When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust ][ ] brightness.
  • Page 11 to the graphic card's DVI port using the DVI cable. When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen Auto button appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal.
  • Page 12 POWER S/W : Switch the monitor on and off. POWER IN : Power cord, plugs into monitor and wall receptacle. DVI port : Connect the DVI cable to the DVI port on the back of your monitor. (SOURCE : digital) D-sub 15-pin port : Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 13 (The locking device has to be purchased separately. ) Stand Height Adjustment - Press the top side of the stand and then push the button at the rear bottom of the stand. - You can adjust the stand height using this button. Connecting the Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
  • Page 14 Connecting the Monitor 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. 2-1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor.
  • Page 15 Using the Stand Removing the base 1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord. 2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the screen. 3. Remove four screws(A) and then remove the Stand from the LCD monitor. Attaching a Base This monitor accepts a 100mm x 100mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
  • Page 16 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/ Windows ME 1.
  • Page 17 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/. 5. Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor.
  • Page 18 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. Select "Don't search ,I will.." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk". 7.
  • Page 19 8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certified MS logo,and this installation doesn'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 20 1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". 2. Double click the "Display" Icon. 3. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..". 4. Choose "Monitor". Case1: If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured. Please stop installation Case2: If the "Properties"...
  • Page 21 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 22 1. Use this button for open the on-screen menu and exits from the menu screen or closes screen adjustment menu. 2. These buttons allow you to adjust items in the menu. 3. Press this button to activates a highlighted menu item. 4.
  • Page 23 Menu Description When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. (Available in analog mode only) To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' AUTO...
  • Page 24 Menu After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is OSD Lock & Unlock locked (unlocked). MagicBright™ Menu Push the MagicBright button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright™ - Six different modes (Custom/Text/Internet/Game/Sport/Movie) Brightness Description Description...
  • Page 25 Menu When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. Brightness SOURCE Menu SOURCE Selects the video signal while the OSD is off. Brightness Contrast Picture Color Tone Color Control Color Coarse Fine Image Language H-Position Setup Auto Source Image Reset...
  • Page 26 Menu You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference. Brightness Direct Access Feature : When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast Contrast according to personal preference.
  • Page 27 The tone of the color can be changed and one of four Color Tone modes can be selected - Cool, Normal, Warm and Custom. Adjusts individual R,G,B color balance. Color Control Select one of three pre-defined gammas. Gamma Mode 1 : Shows normal gamma Mode 2 : Shows lower gamma (darker) Mode 3 : Shows higher gamma (brighter) Image...
  • Page 28 Menu You can choose one of eight languages. Language Note:The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. You can change the horizontal position where the OSD H-Position menu appears on your monitor.
  • Page 29 Menu Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select Auto Source the signal source. Image parameters are replaced with the factory default Image Reset values. Color parameters are replaced with the factory default Color Reset values. Information Menu Description Description Play/Stop...
  • Page 30 Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. Information...
  • Page 31: What Is Magictune

    Overview Installation OSD Mode 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.
  • Page 32: Installation

    Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the MagicTune™ installation file. 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the InstallationShield Wizard window appears, click "Next." 5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use.
  • Page 33 6. Choose a folder to install the MagicTune program. 7. Click "Install." 8. The "Installationation Status" window appears.
  • Page 34: System Requirements

    9. Click "Finish." 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. Installationation Problems The installation of MagicTune™...
  • Page 35 Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP Home Edition Windows XP Professional Hardware 32MB Memory above 25MB Hard disk space above website * For more information, visit the MagicTune...
  • Page 36: Osd Mode

    Overview Installation 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 Program may not operate normally.
  • Page 37 in the control window, clicking "Cancel" does not cause any actions. Picture Tab Definition Allows the user to adjust the screen settings to the desired values. Brightness Contrast Resolution Makes the entire screen brighter or darker. The detailed data of the images in the dark areas can be lost Brightness if the brightness is not adjusted to the proper level.
  • Page 38: Color Tab Definition

    - 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 39 The MagicZone ensures the clear and sharp display of animated multimedia or photo images by enhancing the brightness, sharpness, saturation, Hue of a certain area on the screen. This offers an easy-to-use interface that highlights the video-playing portion of your multimedia program by automatically detecting and highlight the desired area by dragging.
  • Page 40: Image Tab Definition

    Image Tab Definition Adjusts the Fine , Coarse and Position values. Image Setup Position Sharpness Fine : Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). Image Setup Coarse : Removes noise such as vertical stripes.
  • Page 41: Support Tab Definition

    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 . - To access the MagicTune menus, click the icon on the [task tray menu]. The menus are not displayed if the [Enable System Tray] is deselected in [Options] ' [Basic Settings].
  • Page 42 User Name User ID Server IP Department Location Version Displays the version of MagicTune. Shows the user name that is registered in PC. Shows the user ID that is register in PC. Write down the server IP . Write down the department. Write down the location.
  • Page 43: Color Calibration

    Overview Installation OSD Mode Color Calibration 1. 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 44 Press "Preview" button on the Color Calibration. The above picture will be shown. 1. Press "View Calibrated" button to see the calibration effect which you adjusted. 2. Press "View Uncalibrated" button to see the original image.
  • Page 45 Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall The MagicTune program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the Windows Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove MagicTune. 1. Go to [Task Tray] ' [Start] ' [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows XP, go to [Control Panel] in the [Start] menu.
  • Page 46 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...
  • Page 47: What Is Magicrotation

    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 48 Overview Installation Interface Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MagicRotation installation file. Select installation Language, Click "Next". When the InstallationShield Wizard window appears, click "Next." Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. Uninstall Troubleshooting...
  • Page 49 Choose a folder to install the MagicRotation program. Click "Install." The "Installationation Status" window appears.
  • Page 50 Click "Finish." Have to reboot the system in order for the MagicRotation to work properly. When the installation is complete, the MagicRotation executable icon appears on your desktop. Installationation Problems The installation of MagicRotation can be affected by the factors such as video card, motherboard and the network environment.
  • Page 51: System Requirements

    Close the application. Select the Orientation (90, 180, 270) you want to view the application. Relaunch the application. In most cases this should fix the problem. User Applications using OpenGL and DirectDraw (3D drawing) will not function as per the orientation mode selected (90, 180, 270).
  • Page 52 Overview Installation Interface Uninstall Troubleshooting Interface The Menu on task bar Menu pop up at the mouse right button click. Rotate : Display will get rotated by the unit of 90 degree 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 53 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 54 Hot key : Hot Keys are available by default and can be changed by user. It can be designated by user directly with keyboard after changing the existing HotKey instead . 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 designated in the form of Alt+general key.
  • Page 55 Overview Installation Interface Uninstall The MagicRotation program can be removed only by using the "Add/Remove Programs" option of the Windows Control Panel. Perform the following steps to remove MagicRotation. Go to [Task Tray] ' [Start] ' [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows™...
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Overview Installation 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. Any incorrect/random behaviour resulting due to problems in the installed "Display Driver"...
  • Page 57 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 58 There is no image on the screen. Is the power indicator on the monitor blinking at 1 second intervals? Is the monitor connected using the DVI cable? I cannot see the On Have you locked the On Screen Display. Screen Display (OSD) Menu to prevent changes? The screen shows...
  • Page 59 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 60 Question How can I change the frequency? How can I adjust the resolution? How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Self-Test Feature Check 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 61 Environment The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor. 1. if there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room. 2. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor.
  • Page 62 General General Model Name SyncMaster 204T LCD Panel Size 20.1" Diagonal Display area 432mm (H) x 324mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.255mm (H) x 0.255mm (V) Type a-si TFT/SPVA Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7M Colors...
  • Page 63 Horizontal Power saving mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Green Green, Blinking Analog/Digital Less than 2W (Off-mode) ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® Vertical Power Switch off Black Less than 0W (120Vac/220 Vac) ® compliant and ENERGY2000 guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 64 Frequency Display Mode (kHz) VESA,1600X1200 75.000 IBM,640X350 31.469 IBM,720X400 31.469 IBM,720X400 31.469 VESA,640X480 37.861 VESA,640X480 37.500 MAC,640X480 35.000 MAC,832X624 49.726 VESA,800X600 35.156 VESA,800X600 37.879 VESA, 800X600 48.077 VESA,800X600 46.875 VESA,1024X768 48.363 VESA,1024X768 56.476 VESA,1024X768 60.023 VESA,1152X864 67.500 MAC,1152X870 68.681 VESA.1280X960 60.000 VESA,1280X1024 79.976...
  • Page 65 Service The address and phone number of the company can be changed without prior notice. AUSTRALIA : Samsung Electronics Australia Pty Ltd. Customer Response Centre 7 Parkview Drive, Homebush Bay NSW 2127 Tel : 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com.au/ BRAZIL : Samsung Eletronica da Amazonia Ltda.
  • Page 66 Tel: 01-55-5747-5100 / 01-800-726-7864 Fax: 01-55-5747-5202 / 01-800-849-1743 RFC: SEM950215S98 http://www.samsung.com.mx/ IMPORTADO POR: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MÉXICO. S.A. de C.V. Vía Lopez Portillo No. 6, Col. San Fco. Chilpan Tultitlán, Estado de México, C.P. 54940 Tel: 01-55-5747-5100 / 01-800-726-7864 EXPORTADO POR: Samsung Electronics CO.,LTD.
  • Page 67 Tel. 214 148 114/100 Fax. 214 148 133/128 Free Line 800 220 120 http://www.samsung.pt/ SOUTH AFRICA : Samsung Electronics,5 Libertas Road, Somerset Office Park, Bryanston Ext 16. Po Box 70006, Bryanston,2021, South Africa Tel : 0027-11-549-1621 Fax : 0027-11-549-1629 http://www.samsung.co.za/...
  • Page 68 < European Service Center & National Service > Stafford Park 12 Telford, Shropshire, TF3 3BJ Tel. : (0870) 242 0303 Fax. : (01952) 292 033 http://samsungservice.co.uk/ U.S.A : Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/monitor/...
  • Page 69 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 70: 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 71 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 72: 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.

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