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QM98F
The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and
the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the
performance.
Recommended hours of use per day of this product is under 24 hours.
If the product is used for longer than 24 hours a day, the warranty may be void.

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  • Page 1 User Manual QM98F The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance. Recommended hours of use per day of this product is under 24 hours. If the product is used for longer than 24 hours a day, the warranty may be void.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Before Using the Product Using MDC Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) Remote Control (RS232C) Copyright MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation Cable Connection Installation Safety Precautions Connection Uninstallation Symbols Control Codes Cleaning Connecting to MDC Storage Using MDC via RS-232C (serial data communications standards) Electricity and Safety Connecting and Using...
  • Page 3 Table of contents Screen Adjustment OnScreen Display System Picture Mode Multi Screen Setup Multi Screen Initial settings (System) Backlight / Brightness / Contrast / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R) Display Orientation Time Onscreen Menu Orientation Clock Set Color Temperature Source Content Orientation White Balance Aspect Ratio...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Troubleshooting Guide Appendix Change PIN General Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Responsibility for the Pay Service Security Customer Service Center (Cost to Customers) HDMI Hot Plug Testing the Product Not a product defect Checking the Resolution and Frequency...
  • Page 5: Before Using The Product

    © 2017 Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual. Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is prohibited. Microsoft, Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Cleaning ― Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched. ― Take the following steps when cleaning. Caution ― The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.
  • Page 7: Storage

    Storage Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket (type 1 insulated devices only). Due to the characteristics of high-glossy products, using a UV humidifier nearby may create • An electric shock or injury may result. white-colored stains on the product. ―...
  • Page 8: Installation

    DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES. Only use the power cord provided with your product by Samsung. Do • A fire may result. not use the power cord with other products.
  • Page 9 SAMSUNG performance. • Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to install the product at such a place.
  • Page 10: Operation

    If the product is dropped or the outer case is damaged, turn off the Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any power switch and disconnect the power cord. Then contact Samsung cable. Customer Service Center.
  • Page 11 • Your eyesight may deteriorate. cord when water or other foreign substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center. • Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result. Do not hold the product upside-down or move it by holding the stand.
  • Page 12 Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product Be careful that children do not place the battery in their mouths use. when removed from the remote control. Place the battery in a location that children or infants cannot reach. •...
  • Page 13: Precautions When Handling The Panel

    Precautions when handling the panel Do not stand the product as shown in the image. The panel is fragile and can get damaged. Lay the product down to handle it as shown in the image. (the packaging can be used). Ensure you use the handles on the back when moving the product.
  • Page 14: Preparations

    Chapter 02 Preparations Checking the Components Components – Contact the vendor where you purchased the product if any components are missing. – The appearance of the components may differ from the images shown. Warranty card Quick Setup Guide Regulatory guide Power cord –...
  • Page 15: Parts

    ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice Parts to improve quality. Parts Description Control Panel Spacer logo Do not pull on the spacer logo using force. The logo may tear or break off. Press a button on the remote control pointing at the bottom of the product face to perform the function.
  • Page 16 ― The panel key is located on the bottom right front of the product. Buttons Description ― If you press the P button on the panel key when the product is turned Power off the product. on, the control menu will be displayed. With the control menu screen displayed, briefly press the panel key to move Power Off Control menu...
  • Page 17: Reverse Side

    Port Description Reverse Side ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. RS232C IN Connects to MDC using an RS232C adapter. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. DVI/PC/MAGICINFO IN DVI: Connects to a source device using a DVI cable or HDMI-DVI cable. PC: Connects a D-SUB cable (via a DVI-RGB adapter) or a DVI-RGB cable to a MAGICINFO IN: To use MagicInfo, make sure to connect the DP-DVI cable.
  • Page 18: Anti-Theft Lock

    Anti-theft Lock ― An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. ― The locking device shape and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details. ―...
  • Page 19: Remote Control

    Remote Control ― Using other display devices in the same space as the remote control of this product can cause the other display devices to be inadvertently controlled. ― A button without a description in the image below is not supported on the product. POWER Power off the product.
  • Page 20 Display information about the current input TOOLS INFO Quickly select frequently used functions. source. Move to the upper, lower, left or right menu, or adjust an option's setting. Confirm a menu selection. Exit the current menu. RETURN EXIT Return to the previous menu. HDMI Manually select a connected input source from PC, DVI, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, HDMI4,...
  • Page 21: Connection Using An Ir Stereo Cable (Sold Separately)

    Connection Using an IR Stereo Cable (sold separately) Make sure to connect the External IR cable while the product is powered off. Then, power on the product. IR OUT IR IN Controlling more than one display product using your remote control •...
  • Page 22: Before Installing The Product (Installation Guide)

    • Make sure to install the specified wall mount. Switching between portrait and landscape ― Contact Samsung Customer Service Center for further details. • To use the product vertically (portrait), turn it clockwise so that the LED is pointing down.
  • Page 23 Figure 1.3 Side view Installation on an Indented Wall ― Contact Samsung Customer Service Center for further details. Plane view Minimum 40 mm Minimum 70 mm Minimum 50 mm Minimum 50 mm Ambient temperature: Under 35 C ― When installing the product on an indented wall, allow at least the space specified above between the product and wall for ventilation and ensure that the ambient temperature is kept below 35 C.
  • Page 24: Installing The Wall Mount

    We recommend you contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mount bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the wall mount on your own.
  • Page 25: Remote Control (Rs232C)

    Remote Control (RS232C) • Pin assignment 1 2 3 4 5 5 4 3 2 1 Cable Connection RS232C Cable Interface RS232C (9 pins) 6 7 8 9 9 8 7 6 TxD (No.2), RxD (No.3), GND (No.5) <Male type> <Female type>...
  • Page 26 LAN Cable • RS232C cable Connector: 9-Pin D-Sub to Stereo Cable • Pin assignment 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 -P2- -P1- -P1- -P1- -P2- -P2- Male type ---------- STEREO ---------- PLUG Pin No Standard Color Signal ---------- (3.5ø) White and orange Orange...
  • Page 27 • Connector : RJ45 Cross LAN cable (PC to PC) Direct LAN cable (PC to HUB) RJ45 RJ45 RJ45 MDC Signal Signal <--------> <--------> Signal Signal <--------> <--------> <--------> <--------> <--------> <-------->...
  • Page 28: Connection

    Connection • Connection 2 ― Ensure you connect each of the adapters to the correct RS232C IN or OUT port on the product. • Connection 1 RJ45 RJ45 RS232C RS232C RS232C RS232C • Connection 3 RJ45 RS232C RS232C RS232C RS232C...
  • Page 29: Control Codes

    Control Codes Command type Command Value range Safety Lock 0x5D Viewing control state (Get control command) Video Wall On 0x84 Header Command Data length Checksum Video Wall User Control 0x89 0xAA Command type • All communications take place in hexadecimals. The checksum is calculated by adding up all values except the header.
  • Page 30 Power control Volume control • Function • Function A product can be powered on and off using a PC. The volume of a product can be adjusted using a PC. • Viewing power state (Get Power ON / OFF Status) •...
  • Page 31 Input source control 0x24 HDMI2_PC • Function 0x25 DisplayPort The input source of a product can be changed using a PC. ― DVI_video, HDMI1_PC and HDMI2_PC cannot be used with the Set command. They only • Viewing input source state (Get Input Source Status) respond to "Get"...
  • Page 32 Screen mode control • Header Command Data Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Checksum • Function length The screen mode of a product can be changed using a PC. Screen mode cannot be controlled when the Video Wall function is enabled. 0xAA 0xFF 0x18 "ERR"...
  • Page 33 PIP On/Off control Auto adjustment control (PC and BNC only) • Function • Function The PIP mode of a product can be turned on or off using a PC. Automatically adjust the PC system screen using a PC. ― Only available on models that have the PIP function. •...
  • Page 34 Video Wall Mode Control Safety Lock • Function • Function Video Wall mode can be activated on a product using a PC. PC can be used to turn the Safety Lock function on or off on a product. This control is only available on a product whose Video Wall is enabled.
  • Page 35 Video Wall On • Header Command Data Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Checksum • Function length Turn Video Wall on or off on the product from your computer. • Get Video Wall On/Off Status 0xAA 0xFF 0x84 Header Command Data length Checksum "ERR": A code showing what error has occurred 0xAA 0x84...
  • Page 36 10x10 Video Wall Model 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x00 0x1F 0x11 0x12 0x13 0x14 0x15 0x16 0x17 0x18 0x19 0x1A 0x1B 0x1C 0x1D 0x1E 0x2F 0x21 0x22 0x23 0x24 0x25 0x26 0x27 0x28...
  • Page 37 Wall_SNo: Product Number code assigned to the product 10x10 Video Wall Model : ( 1 ~ 100) Set Number Data 0x01 0x02 0x63 0x64 • Header Command Data length Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Val2 Checksum 0xAA 0xFF 0x89 Wall_Div Wall_ • Header Command Data length...
  • Page 38: Connecting And Using A Source Device

    Chapter 03 Connecting and Using a Source Device Before Connecting Connecting to a PC • Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Pre-connection Checkpoints Ensure you connect a source device first before connecting the power cable. •...
  • Page 39: Connection Using An Dp Cable

    DP cable are designed based on the VESA standards. Using a DP cable that is not VESA using a DVI-HDMI adapter. compliant may cause the product to function improperly. Samsung Electronics shall not be held responsible for any issues from using a cable that is not VESA compliant.
  • Page 40: Connection Using An Hdmi-Dvi Cable

    Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable Connection using the DVI-RGB cable After connecting a computer to the product with an HDMI-DVI cable, make sure to configure the settings as shown below to enable the video and audio from the computer. • Sound →...
  • Page 41: Connecting To A Video Device

    Connecting to a Video Device • Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Ensure you connect a source device first before connecting the power cable. • You can connect a video device to the product using a cable. ―...
  • Page 42: Connection Using An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting to an Audio System Connection Using an HDMI Cable Using an HDMI cable or HDMI to DVI Cable (UHD 30Hz) ― Connecting parts may differ in different products. • For better picture and audio quality, connect to a digital device using an HDMI cable. •...
  • Page 43: Attaching The Network Box (Sold Separately)

    Attaching the Network box (Sold separately) Place the network box as shown. First insert the tabs of the network Attach the network box to the fixed attachment frames. box into the slots marked ( ) on the attachment frame. The tabs should hook onto the frame.
  • Page 44: Connecting The Network Box (Sold Separately)

    Connecting the Network box (Sold separately) ― For details on how to connect to a network box, refer to the user's manual provided with the network box upon purchase. MagicInfo To use MagicInfo, a network box (sold separately) must be connected to the product. ―...
  • Page 45 Select a display mode. Enter the IP information. MagicInfo Setup Wizard - v.1.12 MagicInfo Setup Wizard - v.1.12 Select TCP/IP - step 2 Select Screen Type - step 4 Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address: Landscape IP address: 192 .
  • Page 46: Changing The Input Source

    Changing the Input source Source allows you to select a variety of sources and change source device names. You can display the screen of a source device connected to the product. Select a source from source list to display the screen of the selected source. ―...
  • Page 47: Using Mdc

    Chapter 04 Using MDC Multiple display control "MDC" is an application that allows you to easily control multiple display devices simultaneously using a PC. For details on how to use the MDC program, refer to Help after installing the program. The MDC program is available on the website. After you press the button following the button, the product checks its status for about...
  • Page 48: Connecting To Mdc

    Connecting to MDC Using MDC via RS-232C (serial data communications standards) An RS-232C serial cable must be connected to the serial ports on the PC and monitor. ― The appearance may differ depending on the product. RS232C IN Monitor 1 RS232C OUT RS232C IN RS232C OUT...
  • Page 49: Using Mdc Via Ethernet

    Using MDC via Ethernet Enter the IP for the primary display device and connect the device to the PC. Display devices can be connected to each other using a LAN cable. Connection using a direct LAN cable ― The appearance may differ depending on the product. ―...
  • Page 50 Connection using a cross LAN cable ― The appearance may differ depending on the product. ― Multiple products can be connected using the RS232C IN / OUT port on the product. RS232C IN Monitor 1 RS232C OUT RJ45 RS232C OUT RS232C IN Monitor 2 Computer...
  • Page 51: Home Feature

    Chapter 05 Home feature This feature is provided in Support → Go to Home. Accessible using the HOME button on the remote control. Multi Screen View several sources on the screen at the same time. • • PIP: The picture from the external video source will be in the main screen and the picture from the product HOME →...
  • Page 52: Picture Mode

    – To apply the Calibration mode properly, make sure you configure the picture quality settings, such as brightness, color, gamma and uniformity, using the color calibration program Advanced Color Management. – To download the Advanced Color Management program, visit www.samsung.com/displaysolutions.
  • Page 53: On/Off Timer

    ― You must set the clock before you can use On/Off Timer Clock Set. On Timer HOME → On/Off Timer → ENTER E On Timer so that your product turns on automatically at a time and on a day of your choosing. The power is turned on with the specified volume or input source.
  • Page 54: Holiday Management

    Holiday Management Timer will be disabled during a period specified as a holiday. • Holiday: Specify the period you want to add as a holiday. Select the start and end dates of the holiday you want to add using the u/d buttons, and click the Save button.
  • Page 55: Network Settings

    Network Settings View the network settings. Network Settings HOME → Network Settings→ ENTER E IP Setting Enter manually IP Address ***. ***. ***. Network Settings Subnet Mask ***. ***. ***. Gateway ***. ***. ***. Save Close – The displayed image may differ depending on the model. •...
  • Page 56: Magicinfo Player I

    MagicInfo Player I Change source to MagicInfo Player MagicInfo Player I publishes and plays a variety of content, including created content and multimedia content (images, videos and audio content), from the server or a connected device. HOME → MagicInfo Player I →...
  • Page 57: Id Settings

    ID Settings Assign an ID to a set. Device ID HOME → ID Settings → ENTER E Enter the ID number of the product connected to the input cable for input signal reception. (Range: 0~224) ― Press u/d to select a number, and press E. ID Settings ―...
  • Page 58: Video Wall

    Video Wall Customize the layout of multiple displays that are connected to form a video wall. In addition, display part of a whole picture or repeat the same picture on each of the connected multiple displays. To display multiple images, refer to MDC Help or the MagicInfo user guide. Some models may not support the HOME →...
  • Page 59 Screen Position To rearrange split screens, adjust the number for each product in the matrix using the Screen Position feature. Selecting Screen Position will display the videowall matrix with the numbers assigned to the products that form the videowall. To change the order of a display device, change the device number and press the E button. ―...
  • Page 60: More Settings

    More settings The picture settings menu appears. HOME → More settings → ENTER E More settings – The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
  • Page 61: Picture Mode

    Advanced Color Management. – To download the Advanced Color Management program, visit www.samsung.com/displaysolutions. – The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
  • Page 62: Backlight / Brightness / Contrast / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)

    Backlight / Brightness / Contrast Your product has several options for adjusting picture quality. / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R) Picture Mode Picture Mode settings Adjustable options Shop & Mall, Office & School, Video/Image Backlight Brightness Contrast Sharpness Terminal & Station, Video Wall Color...
  • Page 63: Color Temperature

    Color Temperature Adjust the color temperature (Red / Green / Blue). (Range: 2800K–16000K) ― Enabled when Color Tone is set to Off. ― If Picture Mode is set to Calibration, Color Temperature is disabled. MENU m → Picture → Color Temperature →...
  • Page 64: Gamma

    Select whether to apply the brightness, color, gamma and uniformity settings customized using the color calibration program Advanced Color Management to the Information and Advertisement modes. • Don't Apply Apply ― To download the Advanced Color Management program, visit www.samsung.com/displaysolutions. MENU m → Picture → Calibrated Value →...
  • Page 65: Picture Options

    Picture Options Picture Mode Picture Mode settings Adjustable options Shop & Mall, Office & School, Video/Image Color Tone Digital NR HDMI Black Level Terminal & Station, Video Wall Film Mode Dynamic Backlight MENU m → Picture → Picture Options → ENTER E Text Color Tone Digital NR...
  • Page 66: Color Tone

    Color Tone Picture Options Picture Mode is set to Text Color Tone • Cool Normal Warm Picture Mode is set to Video/Image Digital NR • Cool Normal Warm1 Warm2 HDMI Black Level Auto ― If Picture Mode is set to Calibration, Color Tone is disabled.
  • Page 67: Film Mode

    Film Mode Picture Options This mode is suitable to view movies. Color Tone Sets the product to automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality. Digital NR • Auto ― This option can be configured if the input source supports 480i, 576i or 1080i. HDMI Black Level Auto ―...
  • Page 68: Picture Size

    Picture Size choose size and aspect ratio picture displayed on screen. Picture Size MENU m → Picture → Picture Size → ENTER E Different screen adjustment options are displayed depending on the current input source. Available Picture Size options can vary depending on whether the Picture Mode Video/Image or Text.
  • Page 69: Zoom/Position

    Zoom/Position Picture Size Adjust the screen size and position. Picture Size Custom This option can be configured if the input source supports 1080i or 1080p and the Picture Size is Custom. ― This option is not supported when a PC is connected. ·...
  • Page 70: Auto Adjustment

    Auto Adjustment Adjust frequency values/positions and fine tune the settings automatically. MENU m → Picture → Auto Adjustment → ENTER E Picture Auto Adjustment – Available in mode only. – The displayed image may differ depending on the model. PC Screen Adjustment •...
  • Page 71: Picture Off

    Picture Off Selecting Picture Off switches off the screen. The volume is not disabled. To switch the screen on, press any button other than the volume button. MENU m → Picture → Picture Off → ENTER E Picture Picture Off –...
  • Page 72: Onscreen Display

    Chapter 07 OnScreen Display Multi Screen Multi Screen • MENU m → OnScreen Display → Multi Screen → ENTER E • PIP: The picture from the external video source will be in the main screen and the picture from the product will be in the PIP sub-picture screen.
  • Page 73 PIP (Landscape) The picture from the external video source will be in the main screen and the picture from the product will be in the Source PIP sub-picture screen. Screen Size Õ • Source: You can select a source of the sub picture. Position Ã...
  • Page 74 Restrictions ― Divided screens cannot use the same input source simultaneously. Assign a different input source to each of the divided screens. ― If the screen is split, the input sources HDMI4 cannot be used simultaneously. When a Network box (Sold separately) is not connected Main picture Sub picture DisplayPort1...
  • Page 75 Triple Screen (Landscape) Triple Screen When the screen of an external device or PC is displayed, view pictures from other devices at the same time. The Main pictures will be displayed as two sub-screens. Sub 1 ― Divided screens cannot use the same input source simultaneously. Assign a different input source to each of the divided screens.
  • Page 76 Four Screen (Landscape) Four Screen When the screen of an external device or PC is displayed, view pictures from other devices at the same time. The Main pictures will be displayed as three sub-screens. ― Divided screens cannot use the same input source simultaneously. Assign a different input source to each of the Sub 1 divided screens.
  • Page 77: Display Orientation

    Display Orientation Onscreen Menu Orientation Configure the menu screen. MENU m → OnScreen Display → Display Orientation → ENTER E • Landscape: Display the menu in landscape mode (default). • Portrait: Display the menu in portrait mode on the right side of the product screen. Display Orientation Source Content Orientation Onscreen Menu Orientation...
  • Page 78: Screen Protection

    Screen Protection To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with Pixel Shift screen burn prevention technology. Pixel Shift moves the picture slightly on the screen. Pixel Shift time setting allows you to program the time between movements of the picture in minutes. MENU m →...
  • Page 79: Timer

    Timer You can set the timer for Screen Protection. Screen Protection feature stops automatically after a specified period of time. • Timer (Off Repeat / Interval) – – Repeat: Display the anti-burn in pattern at a specified interval. – Interval: Display the anti-burn in pattern for a specified period of time (from the starting to finishing time). ―...
  • Page 80: Immediate Display

    Immediate Display Screen Protection Select the screen saver you want to display immediately. Pixel Shift • Fading Screen Timer Side Gray Immediate Display When the screen is set to 4:3 aspect ratio, adjust the brightness of white margins on sides to protect the screen. Side Gray •...
  • Page 81: Menu Language

    Menu Language Set the menu language. ― A change to the language setting will only be applied to the onscreen menu display. It will not be applied to other functions on your PC. MENU m → OnScreen Display → Menu Language →...
  • Page 82: System

    Chapter 08 System Setup Initial settings (System) Go through the initial setup steps like you did the first time you used this product. MENU m → System → Setup → ENTER E System Setup Time MagicInfo I Source Auto Source Switching Auto DVI Connection Power Control...
  • Page 83: Time

    Time You can configure Clock Set Sleep Timer. You can also set the product to automatically turn on or off at a specified time using the Timer function. ― Press the INFO button if you want to view the current time. MENU m →...
  • Page 84: Magicinfo I Source

    ― The MagicInfo I Source MagicInfo I Source feature is available if a network box (sold separately) is connected. Pressing MagicInfo Player I on the remote control displays content connected to the network box (sold separately). • DisplayPort1 MENU m → System →...
  • Page 85: Auto Source Switching

    Auto Source Switching Turning on the display with Auto Source Switching On, and the previous video source selection is not active, the display will automatically search the different video input sources for active video. Auto Source Switching MENU m → System →...
  • Page 86: Dvi Connection

    DVI Connection Select the source device that is connected to the DVI input. Restart the source device if the screen is not displayed. • Auto MENU m → System → DVI Connection → ENTER E System DVI Connection Auto – The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
  • Page 87: Power Control

    Power Control Auto Power On This feature automatically turns on the product as soon as it is plugged in. Pressing the power button is not needed. MENU m → System → Power Control → ENTER E • PC Module Power Power Control The PC module can be turned on/off separately from the LFD.
  • Page 88: Standby Control

    Standby Control Power Control You can set the screen standby mode to be applied when an input signal is received. Auto Power On • Auto Power-saving mode will activate if no input signals are detected even though a source device is connected to PC Module Power the display.
  • Page 89: Eco Solution

    Eco Solution Energy Saving Reduce the power consumption by adjusting the screen brightness. MENU m → System → Eco Solution → ENTER E • Medium High Eco Sensor Eco Solution To enhance your power savings, the picture settings will automatically adapt to the light in the room. Energy Saving •...
  • Page 90: Screen Lamp Schedule

    Screen Lamp Schedule Eco Solution ― This option is enabled when Clock Set is configured. Energy Saving Screen Lamp Schedule Eco Sensor Enable or disable the lamp schedule. Screen Lamp Schedule • No Signal Power Off Schedule1, Schedule2 Auto Power Off Time The panel brightness will change to the brightness set in Lamp...
  • Page 91: Temperature Control

    Temperature Control This function detects the internal temperature of the product. You can specify the temperature range that is acceptable. The default temperature is set to 77 °C. MENU m → System → Temperature Control → ENTER E Recommended temperature for Temperature Control is 75 °C~ 80 °C (provided that the surrounding temperature is 40 °C).
  • Page 92: General

    General Security Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number is “0-0-0-0". MENU m → System → General → ENTER E If you want to change the PIN number, use the Change PIN function. Safety Lock General It sets safe lock function. Security •...
  • Page 93: Reset System

    Reset System This option returns the current settings under system to the default factory settings. MENU m → System → Reset System → ENTER E System Reset System – The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
  • Page 94: Sound Adjustment

    Chapter 09 Sound Adjustment Sound Configure the sound ( ) settings for the product. HDMI Sound Select whether to hear from AV(HDMI) or PC(DVI). • AV(HDMI) PC(DVI) MENU m → Sound → HDMI Sound → ENTER E Sound HDMI Sound AV(HDMI) Sound on Video Call Current Source...
  • Page 95: Sound On Video Call

    Sound on Video Call Select sound output to listen to during a video call. • Current Source Video Call ― If Speaker Selection is set to External Speaker, Sound on Video Call is disabled. MENU m → Sound → Sound on Video Call →...
  • Page 96: Reset Sound

    Reset Sound The displayed image may differ depending on the model. Reset all sound settings to the factory defaults. MENU m → Sound → Reset Sound → ENTER E Sound Reset Sound – The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
  • Page 97: Support

    MENU m → Support → Reset All → ENTER E Contact Samsung This option returns all the current settings for a display to the default factory settings. MENU m → Support → Contact Samsung → ENTER E View this information when your product does not work properly or when you want to upgrade the software.
  • Page 98: Troubleshooting Guide

    Chapter 11 Troubleshooting Guide Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center – Before calling Samsung Customer Service Center, test your product as follows. If the problem persists, Testing the Product contact Samsung Customer Service Center. Check if your product is operating normally by using the product test function.
  • Page 99: Check The Followings

    Check the followings. Installation issue (PC mode) The screen keeps switching on and off. Check the cable connection between the product and PC, and ensure the connection is secure. Blank spaces are found on all four sides of the screen when The blank spaces found on the screen have nothing to do with the product.
  • Page 100 Screen issue The images on the screen look distorted. Check the cable connection to the product. The screen is not clear. The screen is blurry. Adjust Coarse and Fine. Remove any accessories (video extension cable, etc) and try again. Set the resolution and frequency to the recommended level. The screen appears unstable and shaky.
  • Page 101 Lines (red, green or blue) are displayed on the screen. These lines are displayed when there is a defect in DATA SOURCE DRIVER IC on the monitor. Contact a Samsung Service Center to resolve the issue. The display looks unstable and then freezes.
  • Page 102 Sound issue Video is available but there is no sound. If an HDMI cable is connected, check the audio output settings on the PC. Go to Sound and change Speaker Selection Internal Speaker. If a source device is used • Make sure the audio cable is properly connected to the audio input port on the product.
  • Page 103 Remote control issue The remote control does not work. Make sure that the batteries are correctly in place (+/-). Check if the batteries are flat. Check for power failure. Make sure that the power cord is connected. Check for any special lighting or neon signs switched on in the vicinity. Source device issue A beeping sound is heard when my PC is booting.
  • Page 104 Other issue There is no sound from the speakers in HDMI mode when a DVI cables do not transmit sound data. DVI-HDMI cable is connected. Make sure to connect the audio cable to the correct input jack to enable audio. HDMI Black Level is not functioning properly on an HDMI This function is available only when a source device, such as a DVD player and STB, is...
  • Page 105 Other issue The IR sensor is not functioning. Make sure the sensor light turns on when a button is pressed on the remote control. If the sensor light does not turn on, turn the power switch off and then on again on the back of the product.
  • Page 106: Q & A

    Q & A Question Answer How can I change the frequency? Set the frequency on your graphics card. • Windows XP: Go to Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings → Advanced → Monitor and adjust the frequency in Monitor Settings. •...
  • Page 107 Question Answer How do I set powersaving mode? • Windows XP: Set power-saving mode in Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC. • Windows ME/2000: Set power-saving mode in Control Panel → Display → Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC.
  • Page 108: Specifications

    Chapter 12 Specifications General – Size Model Name QM98F Panel Size 98 CLASS (97.5 inches / 247.7 cm) Display area 2158.848 mm (H) x 1214.352 mm (V) 85.0 inches (H) x 47.8 inches (V) – Display area Power Supply AC 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 60 / 50 Hz ± 3 Hz Refer to the label at the back of the product as the standard voltage can vary in different countries.
  • Page 109 ― This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. ― For detailed device specifications, visit the Samsung Electronics website. (USA only) Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect or call, (877) 278 - 0799...
  • Page 110: Preset Timing Modes

    Preset Timing Modes ― This product can be set to only one resolution for each screen size to obtain the optimum picture quality due to the nature of the panel. Using a resolution other than the specified resolution may degrade the picture quality. To avoid this, it is recommended that you select the optimum resolution specified for your product.
  • Page 111 Resolution Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Pixel Clock Sync Polarity (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240 MAC, 832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681...
  • Page 112 Resolution Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Pixel Clock Sync Polarity (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) VESA, 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.000 VESA, 1366 x 768 47.712 59.790 85.500 VESA, 1440 x 900 55.935 59.887 106.500 VESA, 1600 x 900 60.000...
  • Page 113: Appendix

    External impact or drop. ― When the service is requested, in spite of in warranty, we may charge you for a visit from a • Use of supplies or separatly sold product unspecified by Samsung. service technician in the following cases. •...
  • Page 114: Optimum Picture Quality And Afterimage Burn-In Prevention

    Optimum Picture Quality and Afterimage What is afterimage burn-in? Burn-in Prevention Afterimage burn-in should not occur when the LCD panel is operating normally. Normal operation refers to a continuously changing video pattern. If the LCD panel displays a fixed pattern for an extended period of time (more than 12 hours), a slight voltage difference may occur between the electrodes in pixels that control the liquid crystals.
  • Page 115 Preventing afterimage burn-in • Regular Text color Change – Use bright colors of similar brightness. ― The best way to protect the product from afterimage burn-in is switching the power off or Interval: Change text color and background color every 30 minutes setting the PC or system to run a screen saver when not in use.
  • Page 116: License

    In the case of using open source software, Open Source Licences are available on the product menu. Open Source Licence Notice is written only English. For information on the Open Source Licence Notice, contact the Samsung Customer Center or send email to oss.request@samsung.com.
  • Page 117: Terminology

    Terminology Plug & Play____ Plug & Play is a DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)____ 480i / 480p / 720p / 1080i / Non-interlace Mode and Interlace Vertical Frequency____ The product displays a single image many times function that allows the automatic DVD refers to a CD-sized mass 1080p____ Each of the scanning Mode____ Non-interlace mode...

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