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  • Page 1: Lcd Monitor

    SyncMaster 2232MW LCD Monitor User Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property damage. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Otherwise, it may result in death or personal injury. Otherwise, it may result in personal injury or property damage.

  • Page 3: Installation

    Safety Instructions Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. •...
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, MOSQUITO REPELLANT, CIGA- RETTES AND ANY HEATING APPLIANCES NEAR TNE PROD- UCT. • Otherwise, this may cause fire. Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the prod- uct as possible. •...
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions Clean When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with a slightly moistened and soft fabric. Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the product. • Otherwise, this may result in the discoloration and distortion of the structure and the screen surface may peel off.
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions If there is a strange smell or a strange sound or smoke is coming from the product, disconnect the power plug immediately and contact a Service Center. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not place this product in a location exposed to moisture, dust, smoke, water, or in a car.
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions When using a fixed screen for a long time, an afterimage or stain may occur. • If you are not using your product for a long period of time, put it into sleep mode or use a moving screen saver. Set a resolution and frequency appropriate to the product.
  • Page 8 Safety Instructions When removing batteries from the remote control, ensure that the children do not swallow the batteries. Keep the batteries out of children's reach. • If the batteries are swallowed, see a doctor immediately. When replacing batteries, place the batteries in the correct +/- polarity position as indicated on the battery holder.
  • Page 9 Safety Instructions Be careful when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand. • This may result in personal injury as your hand or fingers may be- come caught. • Also, if you tilt the product too far, it may fall and cause personal injury.

  • Page 10: Package Contents

    Introduction Package Contents Note 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 Without stand With stand Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User's Guide, Monitor Driver (Not available in all loca-...
  • Page 11 Introduction Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) Cleaning Cloth (Not available in all loca- tions) Sold separately HDMI Cable DVI to HDMI Cable Earphones/Headphones RCA Cable (Video-Yellow, TV Antenna Cable Component (P , Y) Cable Audio-Red and White) (Coaxial Cable) RCA to stereo (for PC) cable S-VIDEO Cable...

  • Page 12: Your Monitor

    Introduction Your Monitor Front SOURCE Activates a highlighted menu item. Push the 'SOURCE', button to change the input signal source. Changing the source is only allowed for external devices connected to the product at the time. To switch Screen modes: [PC] ! ’...
  • Page 13 Introduction This will enable you to see the overall power status of the system. For more in- formation, see the PowerSaver section. Speaker You can hear sound by connecting the soundcard of your PC to the monitor. Rear Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
  • Page 14 Introduction : Connect the signal cable to the PC port on the back of your monitor. DVI-D : Connect the DVI cable to the DVI-D port on the back of your monitor. HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN : Connect the HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN terminal at the back of your monitor to your computer Øs sound card.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    Introduction The Kensington lock is a device used to phys- ically fix the system when using it in a public place. (The locking device has to be purchased sepa- rately.) For using a locking device, contact where you purchase it. S-VIDEO / VIDEO / R - AU- DIO - L / S-VIDEO / VIDEO: Input devices such as...
  • Page 16 Introduction -/-- ˜ y vî — Y — ó NNc”® / ˜ ‘ • S c”® xn‹ ¤ f>y: ‚‚vî n • • Ô V Þ ˜ ‘ • S • Q ú Vþ P Ï e Hgœ O4— ó e Hgœ u;—...
  • Page 17 Introduction NNc”®/˜ ‘ • S Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, vertically or adjusts selected menu values. c”® Activates a highlighted menu item. xn‹ ¤ Current picture information is displayed on the upper left corner f>y: of the screen. Press the button to change the input signal SOURCE.Changing ‚‚vî...
  • Page 18 Introduction - Component / HDMI : Wide / 16:9 / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / 4:3 18. ‚ ‚ v î n • - Adjustable when Selects the Video SOURCE. the PIP function is ON. 19. zË O SXð R cb STEREO/MONO, DUAL l / DUAL ll and MONO/NICAM MONO/NICAM STEREO can be operated depending on broad- casting type by using DUAL button on the remote control while...

  • Page 19: Connecting The Monitor

    Connections Connecting the monitor 1. Connecting to a Computer 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. Use a connection appropriate for your computer. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Macintosh

    Connections 2. Connecting to a Macintosh 1. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. • Connect the signal cable to the D-SUB port on the back of your monitor. [PC] 2.Turn on the monitor and Macintosh. Connecting to Other devices Note This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or camcorder, or a DTV or TV without disconnecting the PC.

  • Page 21: Connecting Tv

    Connections Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal. Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorders with a DVD disc or tape inserted. Select AV or S-Video using the SOURCE . Connecting TV Note You may view television programs on the monitor if it is connected to an antenna or CATV cable without installing any separate TV reception hardware or software on your computer.

  • Page 22: Connecting Hdmi

    Connections Connect the port of the DVD, VCR (DVD / DTV Set-Top Box) to the [R-AUDIO-L] port of the monitor. Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the DVD / DTV Set-Top Box to the [P ,Y] input ports using a component video cable (P ,Y).

  • Page 23: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable

    Connections Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable. Connect the red and white jacks of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite jack to the [HDMI/PC DVI AUDIO IN] terminal of the monitor.

  • Page 24: Using The Software

    Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows". Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.

  • Page 25: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)

    Using the Software Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) Note When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor.
  • Page 26 Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a...
  • Page 27 Using the Software Click "Have Disk...” and select the folder (for example, D:\Drive) where the driver setup file is located, and click "OK". Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next".
  • Page 28 Using the Software ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Start" ! ’ "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced...". Click the "Properties"...
  • Page 29 If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage.
  • Page 30 Using the Software http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually. 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.
  • Page 31 Using the Software Choose your monitor model and click the "Next" button then click "Next" button. 10. Click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button. If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes" button. And click the "Finish"...

  • Page 32: How To Install The Natural Color Software

    How to install the Natural Color software Insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD-ROM Drive. Then, the initial screen of the program Natural Color will be executed. Click Natural Color on the initial screen to install the Natural Color software.

  • Page 33: How To Delete The Natural Color Software Program

    Using the Software How to delete the Natural Color software program Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a program". Select Natural Color from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Monitor

    Adjusting the Monitor Input Available Modes • PC / DVI • • • S-Video • Component • HDMI Note The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Source List Use to select PC, TV or other external input source connected to the Monitor.Use to select the screen of your choice.
  • Page 35 Adjusting the Monitor S-Video Component HDMI When external AV devices such as VCRs or DVDs are connected to the monitor, PIP allows you to watch video from those devices in a small window super-imposed on the PC Video signal. (Off / On) PIP : Turn the PIP Screen on or off.
  • Page 36 Adjusting the Monitor Size : Change the Size of the PIP window. • If you select in Size, Position will not be activated. Position : Change the Position of the PIP window. •...
  • Page 37 Adjusting the Monitor Edit Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier S-Video Component HDMI...
  • Page 38 Adjusting the Monitor Picture Available Modes • PC / DVI • • • S-Video • Component • HDMI Note The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. PC / DVI Mode MagicBright MagicBright is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents...
  • Page 39 Adjusting the Monitor For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics. Text Normal Brightness. For documentations or works involving heavy text. Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast.

  • Page 40: Colour Tone

    Adjusting the Monitor Colour Tone The tone of the colour can be changed. The individual colour DTVs are also user adjustable. PC : Cool / Normal / Warm / Custom DVI : Cool / Normal / Warm Colour Control Adjusts the individual R, G, B Colour Controls. Green Blue...

  • Page 41: Image Lock

    Adjusting the Monitor ( Available in PC Mode Only. ) Note If you adjust picture by using Colour Control function, Colour Tone will turn to the Custom mode. Image Lock Image Lock is used to fine-tune and get the best image by removing noise that creates unstable images with jitter and shimmer.
  • Page 42 Adjusting the Monitor Sharpness - When the SOURCE is set to DVI, only this function operates. : Adjusts the picture sharpness. Position : Adjusts the screen location horizontally and vertically.

  • Page 43: Auto Adjustment

    Adjusting the Monitor Auto Adjustment The values of Fine, Coarse, Position are adjusted automatically. By changing the resolution in the control panel, auto function is performed. (Available in PC Mode Only)

  • Page 44: Pip Picture

    Adjusting the Monitor Size You can switch the Size. Wide PIP Picture You can adjust the PIP Screen Settings. Contrast : Adjusts the Contrast of the PIP window on the screen. Brightness : Adjusts the Brightness of the PIP window on the screen.
  • Page 45 Adjusting the Monitor Sharpness : Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen. Colour : Adjusts the Colour of the PIP window on the screen. Available : PIP ON TV / AV / S-Video / Component / HDMI Mode Available Modes •...
  • Page 46 Adjusting the Monitor Dynamic Standard Movie Custom Custom You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast and brightness according to personal prefer- ence. Contrast : Adjusts the contrast. Brightness : Adjusts the brightness. Sharpness : Adjusts the picture sharpness. Colour : Adjusts the picture colour.
  • Page 47 Adjusting the Monitor Colour Tone The tone of the colour can be changed. The individual colour components are also user adjustable. Cool2 Cool1 Normal Warm1 Warm2 Size You can switch the Size. The direct button on the remote control is "e>Y'" button.
  • Page 48 Adjusting the Monitor • TV / AV / S-Video mode : Auto Wide / Wide / 16:9 / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / 4:3 • Component / HDMI mode : Wide / 16:9 / Zoom1 / Zoom2 / 4:3 Sound Available Modes •...
  • Page 49 Adjusting the Monitor Choose Movie when viewing movies. Speech Choose Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialogue (i.e., news). Custom Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal preference. Custom The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. Bass Emphasize low frequency audio.

  • Page 50: Auto Volume

    Adjusting the Monitor Auto Volume Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters. • • Sound Select You can select either Main or Sub when PIP is On. Main Available : PIP ON...
  • Page 51 Adjusting the Monitor Channel Available Modes • PC / DVI • • • S-Video • Component • HDMI Note The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. Auto Store You can scan the frequency ranges available on your television in your area and store all the channels found automatically.

  • Page 52: Manual Store

    Adjusting the Monitor Manual Store You can scan the frequency ranges available on your television in your area and store all the channels found manually. Programme : Inputting the appropriate program number on the screen. Colour System : Adjusts repeatedly until the colour is of the best quality. (Auto <->...
  • Page 53 Adjusting the Monitor Child Lock : Protects children from viewing inappropriate programs by blocking certain broadcast or video programs. The Child Lock feature can be selected only from the remote.
  • Page 54 Adjusting the Monitor Sort It's used to exchange the numbers of two channels. Name If channel name information is broadcast when you store the channels either manually or automatically, the names are assigned to the channels directly. You can however change these names or assign new names as required.

  • Page 55: Fine Tune

    Adjusting the Monitor Fine Tune Due to weak signals or an incorrect antenna configuration, some of the channels may not be tuned correctly. Setup Available Modes • PC / DVI • • • S-Video • Component • HDMI Note The default setting may different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution.

  • Page 56: Sleep Time

    Adjusting the Monitor Language You can choose one of 2 languages. Note : The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. Sleep Time Turns the monitor off after a pre-determined period of time.
  • Page 57 Adjusting the Monitor The direct button on the remote control is the "[š e ö " button. Transparency Changes the opaqueness of the background of the OSD. High Medium Opaque...

  • Page 58: Blue Screen

    Adjusting the Monitor Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue screen" mode to "Off".

  • Page 59: Hdmi Black Level

    Adjusting the Monitor HDMI Black Level When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in the screen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., depending on the external device connected.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note Check the following items yourself before calling for service. Contact the service center for problems that you cannot solve by yourself. Self-Test Feature Check % Not Optimum Mode % Display Adapter Driver % Maintenance and Cleaning % Symptoms and Recommended Actions 1.Self-Test Feature Check Turn off both your computer and the monitor.

  • Page 61: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substan- ces, or a wet cloth. • We recommend a Samsung cleansing agent is used to pre- vent damage to the screen. 2. Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly.

  • Page 62: Check List

    Troubleshooting 1. Check if the power cord and the video cables 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 63 Troubleshooting Screen is blank and power indicator is off. Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD monitor is on.(Refer to the Con- necting the monitor) "Check Signal Cable" message. Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC or video SOURCEs.(Refer to the Connecting the monitor) Ensure that the PC or video SOURCEs are turned on.

  • Page 64: Problems Related To Audio

    Troubleshooting If you see the "TEST GOOD" message on the screen when you press the MENU button, check the cable connection between the monitor and the computer to ensure that the connector is properly connected. 3. Problems related to Audio Note Problems related to audio signals and their solutions are listed below.
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting Set the resolution in the Control Panel ! ’ Display ! ’ Settings. * Contact the video card manufacturer for details. How can I set the Power Saving function? Windows XP: Set the resolution in the Control Panel ! ’ Appearance and Themes ! ’...

  • Page 66: Specifications

    Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 2232MW LCD Panel Size 22 inch (56 cm) Display area 473.76 mm (H) x 296.1 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.282(H) x 0.282(V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7M...

  • Page 67: Preset Timing Modes

    Specifications Environmental considerations Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing Storage Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C) Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings.
  • Page 68 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) 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...

  • Page 69: For Better Display

    Information For Better Display Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the computer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have an uneven picture quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT-LCD. •...
  • Page 70 Information What is Image retention ? During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesn't occur. However, if the same image is displayed for a long time, a slight difference in electric charge accumu- lates between the two electrodes which encase the liquid crystal. This may cause the liquid crystal to build up in a certain areas of the display.
  • Page 71 Information • Recommended settings: Bright colors with little difference in luminance • Change the characters color and background color every 30 minutes • Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement. 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.
  • Page 72 Information Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II...

  • Page 73: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. North America U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Latin America ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com/ar BRAZIL 0800-124-421 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 74 Appendix Europe GERMANY 01805 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com (€ 0,14/Min) HUNGARY 06-80-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com ITALIA 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com LUXEMBURG 0035 (0)2 261 03 710 http://www.samsung.com/be NETHERLANDS 0900 SAMSUNG (726-7864) € http://www.samsung.com/nl (0,10/Min) NORWAY 815-56 480 http://www.samsung.com/no POLAND 0 801 801 881 http://www.samsung.com/pl...
  • Page 75 Appendix Asia Pacific TAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/tw VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com Middle East & Africa SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com TURKEY 444 77 11 http://www.samsung.com U.A.E 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com 8000-4726 Terms Sync Signal Sync (Synchronized) Signals refer to the standard signals that are required to display desired colors on the monitor.
  • Page 76 Channel Fine Tuning This feature allows the viewer to fine-tune the TV channel to ob- tain the best viewing conditions. The Samsung LCD TV has both automatic and manual channel fine-tuning features to enable the viewer to adjust their desired settings.

  • Page 77: Correct Disposal

    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 con- sequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 78 Appendix istered trademarks of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).All other product names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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