Samsung SyncMaster 76BDF User Manual

Samsung SyncMaster 76BDF User Manual

Samsung syncmaster 76bdf: user guide

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SAMTRON 76BDF/76DF/78DF

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  • Page 1 SAMTRON 76BDF/76DF/78DF...
  • Page 2 User’s Manual Site Map Automatic Manual...
  • Page 3 Safety Instructions Warning / Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Notational Conventions Prohibited Do not disassemble Do not touch Important to read and understand at all times Disconnect the plug from the outlet Grounding to prevent an electric shock User’s Manual...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    If the size of your monitor is small, or if the same image is present for long periods of time, you may see afterimages due to damage to the flourescent substance on the inside of the CDT.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time. Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire. Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet. This may cause a fire.
  • Page 6: Installation

    The CRT surface may be damaged. Do not use the monitor without the monitor stand. It could break down or cause a fire due to bad ventilation. If the monitor must be used without the supplied stand, take steps to insure proper ventilation. User’s Manual...
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions Cleaning When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the CRT, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not clean Flat monitor with water. Use a water-diluted mild detergent. (Some detergents contain significant amounts of alcohol-based solvents, which can damage (color change) or crack the monitor case.
  • Page 8 This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular,if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service.
  • Page 9 Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage to the cable. Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.
  • Page 10 (Your monitor is shipped with the base detached.) Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Warranty card (Not available in all locations) User's Guide and Driver Installation CD...
  • Page 11: Exit Button

    : Use this button to turn the monitor on and off. Note: See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conversation,turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed,or when leaving it unattended for long periods. User’s Manual...
  • Page 12 1. Signal cable : Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or graphics card). 2. Power port : Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. 3. Tilt/Swivel Base : You can separate the base from the monitor.
  • Page 13: Connecting Your Monitor

    Setup Connecting Your Monitor 1.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.Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or graphics card).
  • Page 14: Installing The Video Driver

    1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver. 2. Click "Windows ME 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. Monitor Driver installation is completed.
  • Page 15 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.
  • Page 16 User’s Manual Setup Installing the Video Driver This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation don't damage your system. The certifide driver will be posted on Samtron Monitor Homepage. 6. Monitor Driver installation is completed.
  • Page 17 Setup Installing the Video Driver When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating sys tem to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you have.
  • Page 18 Setup Installing the Video Driver 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".
  • Page 19 Setup Installing the Video Driver 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"...
  • Page 20 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" button is active, click the "Properties" button then follow next steps continually.
  • Page 21 8. Click the "Have Disk" button 9. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button. 10. Select "Show all devices" and choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you connected to your computer and click "OK". 11. Continue choosing "Close" button and "OK" button until you close the Display Properties dialogue box.
  • Page 22: Tilt/Swivel Base

    User’s Manual Setup Tilt/Swivel Base Installation 1. Tilt/Swivel Base With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Note: The base is detachable. Your monitor is shipped with the base detached.
  • Page 23: Attaching The Base

    User’s Manual Setup 2. Attaching the Base If your monitor was supplied with the base detached, attach the base as follows. Remove the twist-tie before attaching the base to the monitor. 2. Align the tabs on the base with the corresponding 1.
  • Page 24: Removing The Base

    Setup 3. Removing the Base 1. Turn off the monitor and unplug it from the electrical outlet. 2. Place the monitor upside down on a stable, flat work surface. 3. Squeeze and pull up on the release latch on the base.
  • Page 25: On Screen Display (Osd) Menu System

    On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item. 2.3 Use these buttons to highlight and adjust items using the On-Screen Display. These buttons are also direct access buttons for the contrast and brightness feature. Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    The monitor is in PowerSave mode. Press a key on the keyboard or move the mouse to activate the monitor and restore the image on the screen. Unlock the OSD by pressing the MENU button for at least 10 seconds.
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Symptom The image on the screen Check the monitor configuration to is shaking. see if it is in Interlace Mode. (Interlace Mode: Vertical frequency 43Hz, 87Hz(i), etc) Are there any magnetic products such as a high voltage wire near by?
  • Page 28 Plug & Play (VESA DDC) function can be supported. Chek List Enter the OSD and perform a 'Degauss'. Keep the monitor away from any magnetic products. Adjust the frequency properly by referring to the video card manual and the Preset Timing Modes.
  • Page 29: Check The Following Items If There Is Trouble With The Monitor

    Troubleshooting Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. 1. Check if the power cord and the cable are properly connected to the computer. 2. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting. (If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the computer.) 3.
  • Page 30 Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a soft cloth, using either a plain water. Do not leave any remains of the detergent nor scratch the case. Do not allow any water to go inside the monitor.
  • Page 31: Self-Test Feature Check

    2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 3. Turn on the monitor. If your monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box with a blue border and red text inside as shown in the following illustration: The three boxes inside the border are red, green and blue.
  • Page 32: Warning Messages

    Userful Tip A monitor recreates visual signals received from the PC. Therefore, if there is trouble with the PC or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Sync. Out of Range, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact a service center or your dealer.
  • Page 33: General Specifications

    16.2 kg Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
  • Page 34 16.2 kg Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
  • Page 35 16.2 kg Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. Interaction of the monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
  • Page 36: Preset Timing Modes

    Specifications 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. 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 37 This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you move the computer's mouse or press a key on the keyboard.
  • Page 38 BOX 713, S- 194 27 UPPLANDS VASBY TEL : 468- 590- 966- 00 FAX : 468- 590- 966- 50 SAMTRON MEXICO SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MEXICO, S.A. DE C. V. Mina No. 200, ESQ. GAVILANCOL. GUADALUPE DEL MORAL IZTAPALAPA, MEXICO, D.F. C.P. 09300 TEL.
  • Page 39: Vertical Frequency

    Terms Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The distance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: mm...
  • Page 40 UL Listed personal computer with similar configuration. Before making the connection, make sure the voltage rating of the computer convenience outlet is the same as the monitor and that the ampere rating of the computer convenience outlet is equal to or exceeds the monitor voltage rating.
  • Page 41 équipements produisant des interférences au Canada. MPR II Compliance(Except SyncMaster 551v) 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 42 The length of time to reactivate the monitor shall be reasonable for the user.
  • Page 43 Information TCO Development Unit 1996-11-29 On the page this folder you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complere environmental criteria document may be ordered from: TCO Development Unit S-11494 Stockholm Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 E-mail (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO'95-approved and labelled products may also...
  • Page 44 User’s Manual Information TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only) Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products.
  • Page 45 User’s Manual Information 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 Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose is to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire.
  • Page 46: Information In This Document Is Subject To Change Without Notice

    Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

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