Page 2
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.
Page 3
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. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
Page 4
Do not drop the monitor when moving it. This may cause damage to the product or human body. Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface. The monitor may cause injury by falling. Set down the monitor carefully. The monitor could be damaged or broken. Do not place the monitor face down.
Page 5
You may buy a recommended detergent at any Service Center. 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. Do not set a glass of water, chemicals or any small metal objects on the monitor.
Page 6
Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor. This may cause an explosion or fire. 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.
Page 7
SAMTRON 591S/58V/59E Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Unpacking Monitor Manual Warranty Card User's Guide, Monitor Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all Driver locations) Cable Power Cord...
Page 8
Stand Stand For Multimedia model (Option) Manual User Guide Cable Sound Cables(2each) Stand Multimedia Speaker Stand Front DC Power Cord...
Page 9
Menu button [ Opens the OSD menu. Also used to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. Adjust buttons [ These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. Used to select the OSD menu. Enter button [ ] Power button Use this button for turn the monitor on and off.
Page 10
(The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) Power port Signal Cable Connecting the Monitor Bottom Signal Cable Power port Tilt/Swivel Base Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.
Page 11
SAMTRON 78E/78DF/78BDF/98PDF Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Unpacking Monitor Manual Warranty Card User's Guide, Monitor Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all Driver locations) Cable Power Cord...
Page 12
Stand Stand For Multimedia model (Option) Manual User Guide Cable Sound Cables(2each) Stand Multimedia Speaker Stand Front DC Power Cord...
Page 13
Opens the OSD menu. Also used to exit the OSD menu or Menu button [ return to the previous menu. Adjust buttons [ These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. Used to select the OSD menu. Enter button [ ] Use this button for turn the monitor on and off.
Page 14
Signal Cable Connecting the Monitor Bottom Signal Cable Power port Tilt/Swivel Base Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. for further information regarding cable connections. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card.
Page 15
SAMTRON 591S/58V/59E 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. Connecting to a computer Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor. Connecting to a new Macintosh 2-2.
Page 16
Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or graphics card). Connect one end of the other sound cable to the Mic Input jack on your sound card or computer.Connect the other end of this cable to the Mic By-pass jack on the back of the monitor stand.
Page 17
Tilt/Swivel Base With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. The base is detachable. Attaching and Removing the Base If your monitor was supplied with the base detached, attach the base as follows. On/Off Volume Turns On/Off and adjusts the output volume.
Page 18
Remove the twist-tie before attaching the base to the monitor. Attaching the Base 1. Place the monitor upside-down on a flat work surface. 2. Align the tabs on the base with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor. 3.
Page 19
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver. 2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver". 3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button. 4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window. 5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK"...
Page 20
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 21
7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model list and click the "Next" button. 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 Samtron Monitor homepage.
Page 22
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 23
9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual execution of X-Window. 10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware.
Page 24
SAMTRON 78E/78DF/78BDF/98PDF 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. Connecting to a computer Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor. Connecting to a new Macintosh 2-2.
Page 25
Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or graphics card). Connect one end of the other sound cable to the Mic Input jack on your sound card or computer.Connect the other end of this cable to the Mic By-pass jack on the back of the monitor stand.
Page 26
Tilt/Swivel Base With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. The base is detachable. Attaching and Removing the Base If your monitor was supplied with the base detached, attach the base as follows. On/Off Volume Turns On/Off and adjusts the output volume.
Page 27
Remove the twist-tie before attaching the base to the monitor. Attaching the Base 1. Place the monitor upside-down on a flat work surface. 2. Align the tabs on the base with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor. 3.
Page 28
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver. 2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver". 3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button. 4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window. 5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK"...
Page 29
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 30
7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model list and click the "Next" button. 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 Samtron Monitor homepage.
Page 31
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 32
9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual execution of X-Window. 10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware.
Page 33
SAMTRON 591S/58V/59E 1. Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. 2. These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. 3. Use to select the OSD menu. Brightness...
Page 35
Adjust the Brightness. Adjust the Contrast. A "Moiré" pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs. To eliminate this pattern, use the horizontal moire adjustments. A "Moirë" pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs.
Page 36
Color temperature is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. (6500K / 9300K) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Red) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Green) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Blue) When you adjust the Brightness and Contrast after sRGB mode is selected, sRGB mode exits.
Page 37
You can see the frequency (user control mode) used by the user, the polarity of the operational signals, the default frequency (default mode) set when you buy the monitor and the resolution level. Note: These screens do not allow any changes to the settings, they are for information only.
Page 38
SAMTRON 78E/78DF/78BDF 1. Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. 2. These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. 3. Use to select the OSD menu. Brightness...
Page 40
Adjust the Brightness. Adjust the Contrast. A "Moiré" pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs. To eliminate this pattern, use the horizontal moire adjustments. A "Moirë" pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs.
Page 41
Color temperature is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. (6500K / 9300K) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Red) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Green) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Blue) When you adjust the Brightness and Contrast after sRGB mode is selected, sRGB mode exits.
Page 42
You can see the frequency (user control mode) used by the user, the polarity of the operational signals, the default frequency (default mode) set when you buy the monitor and the resolution level. Note: These screens do not allow any changes to the settings, they are for information only.
Page 43
SAMTRON 98PDF 1. Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. 2. These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. 3. Use to select the OSD menu. Brightness...
Page 45
Adjust the Brightness. Adjust the Contrast. A "Moiré" pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs. To eliminate this pattern, use the horizontal moire adjustments. A "Moirë" pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs.
Page 46
Color temperature is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. The available range is between 5000 to 9300K. Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Red) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Green) Use to adjust the monitor color setting.(Blue) When you adjust the Brightness and Contrast after sRGB mode is selected, sRGB mode exits.
Page 47
You can see the frequency (user control mode) used by the user, the polarity of the operational signals, the default frequency (default mode) set when you buy the monitor and the resolution level. Note: These screens do not allow any changes to the settings, they are for information only.
Page 48
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 No images on the Is the power cord connected screen.
Page 49
speaker or a high voltage wire near by? Is the voltage stable? The screen image can also appear to shake or vibrate if there is a problem with the video card or the computer's main board. The screen shows Is the screen displaying only one strange colors or just color as if looking at the screen black and white.
Page 50
4. Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 75Hz or 85Hz. (Do not exceed 60Hz when using the maximum resolution.) 5. If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the Display Adapter at the "Control Panel, System, Device Administrator"...
Page 51
4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor. If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly. Warning Messages If there is something wrong with the input signal, the message below appears on the screen or the screen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on.
Page 52
General General Model Name SAMTRON 591S/58V/59E Picture Tube Type 15"(38cm) DynaFlat (35cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.24mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static / Glare. Resolution Optimum resolution 800 x 600 @ 85Hz...
Page 53
90 ~ 264VAC rms, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Power Consumption Less than 65W Dimensions (WxDxH) 361 x 379.2 x 347mm (After installation of Stand) Weight 11.0kg Environmental considerations Operating Temperature: 32°F ~ 104°F(0°C ~ 40°C) Humidity: 10% ~ 80%, non-condensing Storage Temperature: -4°F ~113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C) Humidity: 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing...
Page 54
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: 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 55
General General Model Name SAMTRON 78E Picture Tube Type 17"(43cm) Full square type (40.6cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.23mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static / Glare. Resolution Optimum resolution 1024 x 768 @ 85Hz...
Page 56
LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Normal Operation Green Less than 75W ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power-off Mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Green, Blinking Less than 1W...
Page 57
Horizontal Display Mode Frequency (kHz) VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 53.674 VESA, 1024 x 768 60.023 VESA, 1024 x 768 68.677 VESA, 1152 x 864 67.500 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.
Page 58
General General Model Name SAMTRON 78DF Picture Tube Type 17"(43cm) DynaFlat (40.6cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.20mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static / Glare. Resolution Optimum resolution 1024 x 768 @ 85Hz...
Page 59
LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Normal Operation Green Less than 75W ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power-off Mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Green, Blinking Less than 1W...
Page 60
Horizontal Display Mode Frequency (kHz) VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 53.674 VESA, 1024 x 768 60.023 VESA, 1024 x 768 68.677 VESA, 1152 x 864 67.500 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.
Page 61
General General Model Name SAMTRON 78BDF Picture Tube Type 17"(43cm) DynaFlat (40.6cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.20mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static / Glare. Resolution Optimum resolution 1024 x 768 @ 85Hz...
Page 62
LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Normal Operation Green Less than 75W ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power-off Mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Green, Blinking Less than 1W...
Page 63
Horizontal Display Mode Frequency (kHz) VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 1024 x 768 68.677 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.
Page 64
General General Model Name SAMTRON 98PDF Picture Tube Type 19"(48cm) DynaFlat (45.8cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.20mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static / Glare. Resolution Optimum resolution 1280 x 1024 @ 85Hz...
Page 65
LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Normal Operation Green Less than 110W ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Power-off Mode EPA/ENERGY 2000 Green, Blinking Less than 1W...
Page 66
Horizontal Display Mode Frequency (kHz) VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 1024 x 768 68.677 VESA, 1280 x 91.146 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.
Page 67
Tultitlán, Estado de México, C.P. 54940 Tel: 01-55-5747-5100 / 01-800-726-7864 Fax: 01-55-5747-5202 / 01-800-849-1743 RFC: SEM950215S98 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 68
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 69
Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation; VESA, DPMS and DDC are registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standard Association; the ENERGY STAR name and logo are registered trademarks of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Page 70
Federal Communications Commission. It is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock Number 004-000-00345-4. The party responsible for product compliance: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA Tel) 949-975-7310...
Page 71
MPR II Compliance This monitor complies with SWEDAC(MPR II) recommendations for reduced electric and magnetic fields. European Notice(Europe Only) Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (92/31/EEC), (93/68/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Page 72
the adaptation of goods and services to the environment.The main problem as far as monitors and other electronic equipment are concerned is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture. Since it has not been possible so far for the majority of electronic equipment to be recycled in a satisfactory way, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter Nature.
Page 73
Mercury Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. Mercury damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. TCO'95 requirement states that batteries may not contain more than 25 ppm (parts per million) of mercury. It also demands that no mercury is present in any of the electrical or electronics components concerned with the display unit.
Page 74
complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from: TCO Development SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 Email (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/ Environmental requirements Flame retardants...
Page 75
For recycling information for TCO'03 certified monitors, for the residents in the following countries, please contact the company corresponding to your region of residence. For those who reside in other countries, please contact a nearest local Samsung dealer for recycling information for the products to be treated in environmentally acceptable way.