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  • Page 1 Install driver Install programs SyncMaster 740NW / 940 NW...
  • Page 2 SyncMaster 740NW Notational Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment. Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet Do not touch...
  • Page 3 Do not use a damaged or loose plug. This may cause electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. This may cause electric shock or fire. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
  • Page 4 Installation Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center, when installing your monitor in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed to chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as at airports, train stations etc.
  • Page 5 Put down the monitor carefully. Failing to do so may damage the monitor. Do not place the monitor face down. This may damage the TFT-LCD surface.The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional. Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional. Installing the bracket by unqualified personnel may result in injury.
  • Page 6 Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent. Contact the SAMSUNG customer care center or Customer Center for interior cleaning once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause a malfunction or fire.
  • Page 7 the monitor could be exposed to snow or rain. If the monitor is dropped or the casing is damaged, turn the monitor off and unplug the power cord. Then contact the Service Center The monitor may malfunction, causing electric shock or fire. Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightning or if it is not used for a long period of time.
  • Page 8 Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and tools or inflammable objects such as paper or matches into the vent, headphone port or AV ports or etc. This may cause electric shock or fire. If an alien substances or water enters the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector from the wall outlet and contact the Service Center.
  • Page 9 product unplugged. Otherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or degraded insulation, causing electric shock or fire. Do not place your children's favorite toys or any other objects of interest on the product. Children may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The product could fall, causing injury or even fatality.
  • Page 10 SyncMaster 940NW Notational Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment. Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet Do not touch Ground to prevent an electric shock Power When not used for an extended period of time, set your computer to DPMS.
  • Page 11 Do not use a damaged or loose plug. This may cause electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. This may cause electric shock or fire. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.
  • Page 12 Installation Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center, when installing your monitor in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and exposed to chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as at airports, train stations etc.
  • Page 13 Put down the monitor carefully. Failing to do so may damage the monitor. Do not place the monitor face down. This may damage the TFT-LCD surface.The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional. Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional. Installing the bracket by unqualified personnel may result in injury.
  • Page 14 Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent. Contact the SAMSUNG customer care center or Customer Center for interior cleaning once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause a malfunction or fire.
  • Page 15 the monitor could be exposed to snow or rain. If the monitor is dropped or the casing is damaged, turn the monitor off and unplug the power cord. Then contact the Service Center The monitor may malfunction, causing electric shock or fire. Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightning or if it is not used for a long period of time.
  • Page 16 Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and tools or inflammable objects such as paper or matches into the vent, headphone port or AV ports or etc. This may cause electric shock or fire. If an alien substances or water enters the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector from the wall outlet and contact the Service Center.
  • Page 17 product unplugged. Otherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or degraded insulation, causing electric shock or fire. Do not place your children's favorite toys or any other objects of interest on the product. Children may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The product could fall, causing injury or even fatality.
  • Page 18 SyncMaster 740NW 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 Monitor With stand Monitor & Simple Stand Bottom...
  • Page 19 Warranty Card/ User's Guide, Registration Card Monitor Driver, Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all Natural Color software, locations) MagicTune™ software Cable D-sub Cable Power Cord Front MENU button [ ] Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
  • Page 20 3) Internet For working with a mixture of images such as text and graphics. 4) Game For watching motion pictures such as a game. 5) Sport For watching motion pictures such as a sport. 6) Movie For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD. >>Click here to see an animation clip When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust Brightness button...
  • Page 21 Connecting the Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
  • Page 22 SyncMaster 940NW 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 Monitor With stand Monitor & Simple Stand Bottom...
  • Page 23 Monitor & HAS Stand Manual Warranty Card/ User's Guide, Registration Card Monitor Driver, Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all Natural Color software, locations) MagicTune™ software Cable D-sub Cable Power Cord Front...
  • Page 24 Opens the OSD menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to MENU button [ ] the previous menu. MagicBright™ MagicBright™ is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
  • Page 25 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. Rear Simple stand HAS Stand (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back POWER port of the monitor.
  • Page 26 SyncMaster 740NW Connecting the Monitor Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. Use a connection appropriate for your computer.
  • Page 27 Monitor Assembly Monitor and Bottom Attaching a Base This monitor accepts a 75 mm x 75 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad. Simple stand A. Monitor B. Mounting interface pad (Sold separately) 1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord. 2.
  • Page 28 Then click "OK" button. (Microsoft Windows XP/2000 Operating System) This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation doesn'tdamage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage http://www.samsung.com/. 5. Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)
  • Page 29 Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown below. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China) ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System 1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM driver.
  • Page 30 8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certified MS logo,and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
  • Page 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 The Natural Color S/W is the very solution for this problem. It is a color administration system developed by Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI). This system is available only for Samsung monitors and makes the color of the images on the...
  • Page 33 Natural Color will be executed. Click Natural Color on the initial screen to install the Natural Color software. To install the program manually, insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD- ROM Drive, click the [Start] button of Windows and then select [Run...].
  • Page 34 SyncMaster 940NW Connecting the Monitor Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. Use a connection appropriate for your computer. 2-1.
  • Page 35 Monitor and Bottom HAS Stand A. Stand Stopper Attaching a Base This monitor accepts a 75 mm x 75 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
  • Page 36 Follow the directions appropriate for the operating system you have. Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown below. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsung.com/monitor (U.S.A) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/...
  • Page 37 Then click "OK" button. (Microsoft Windows XP/2000 Operating System) This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation doesn'tdamage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage http://www.samsung.com/. 5. Monitor driver installation is completed. Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)
  • Page 38 4. Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. 5. Click "Update Driver.." and select "Install from a list or.." then click "Next" button. 6. Select "Don't search ,I will.." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk". 7.
  • Page 39 8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certified MS logo,and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
  • Page 40 1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". 2. Double click the "Display" Icon. 3. Choose the "Settings" tab and then click "Advanced..". 4. Choose "Monitor". Case1: If the "Properties" button is inactive, it means your monitor is properly configured. Please stop installation Case2: If the "Properties"...
  • Page 41 Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI). This system is available only for Samsung monitors and makes the color of the images on the monitor the same as the printed or scanned images.
  • Page 42 1. [ ]Use this button to open the on-screen menu and exit from the menu screen or close screen adjustment menu. 2. [ ]This button allows you to adjust items in the menu. 3. [ ]Press this button to activate a highlighted menu item. 4.
  • Page 43 Menu Description When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto Adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically. (Available in analog mode only) To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' AUTO...
  • Page 44 Menu Description After pushing the "MENU" button more than 5 seconds, OSD function is locked (unlocked). Locked You can adjust only the brightness and contrast of the monitor with the OSD adjustment locking feature. MagicBright™ Menu Description Push the MagicBright button to circle through available preconfigured MagicBright™...
  • Page 45 Menu Description Brightness When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness. Brightness Contrast Picture MagicColor Color Tone Color Control Gamma Color Image Coarse Fine Sharpness H-Position V-Position Language H-Position V-Position Transparency Display Time Setup Image Reset Color Reset Information Picture...
  • Page 46 Menu Description Play/Stop You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference. Direct Access Feature : When OSD is not on the screen, Brightness push the [ ] button to adjust brightness. [MENU ¡æ ¡æ , ¡æ...
  • Page 47 Menu Description Play/Stop MagicColor is a new technology that Samsung has exclusively developed to improve digital image and to display natural color more clearly without disturbing image quality. 1) Off - Returns to the original mode. 2) Demo - The screen before applying MagicColor...
  • Page 48 Image Menu Description Play/Stop Removes noise such as vertical stripes. Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center using the horizontal control menu. Coarse (Available in analog mode only) [MENU ¡æ , ¡æ ¡æ...
  • Page 49 Menu Description Play/Stop You can choose one of 9 languages. Language Note:The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. [MENU ¡æ , ¡æ ¡æ ¡æ , ¡æ MENU] You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor.
  • Page 50 Menu Description Play/Stop Image parameters are replaced with the factory default values. Image Reset [MENU ¡æ , ¡æ ¡æ , ¡æ ¡æ , ¡æ MENU] Color parameters are replaced with the factory default values. Color Reset [MENU ¡æ , ¡æ ¡æ...
  • Page 51 Menu Description Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. Information [MENU ¡æ , ¡æ MENU]...

  • Page 52: What Is Magictune

    Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration Overview What is MagicTune™ ? Monitor performance can vary due to the graphics card, host computer lighting conditions and other environmental factors. In order to get the best image on a monitor requires you to adjust it for your unique setting.

  • Page 53: Installation Problems

    Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the MagicTune™ installation file. 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next." 5.

  • Page 55: Osd Mode

    Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration MagicTune™ allows for quick accurate tuning of the display with the ability to easily save and use monitor configurations that are best suited for you. OSD mode may appear inconsistent with the explanation in guidance book depending on specification of each monitor.
  • Page 56 - including web images and ones produced by a digital camera or scanner. MagicColor is a new technology that Samsung has exclusively developed to improve digital image and to display natural color more clearly without disturbing image quality.
  • Page 57 MagicZone mode will show if the monitor supports the function. Color Innovation function provides optimized color for personal favor to view effectively with WCG-CCFL which was applied to Samsung Electronics for the first time. Color Innovation Brilliant : If you select "Brilliant", you can view a more clear and vibrant image.
  • Page 58 Fine : Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). Image Setup Coarse : Removes noise such as vertical stripes. Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center using the Horizontal Control menu.
  • Page 59 Source Select Set Customized Key to Source Select ColorTone Set Customized Key to ColorTone Support Tab Definition Shows the Asset ID and the version number of the program, and allows you to use the Help feature. Visit the MagicTune™ website or click to open the Help files (User Manual) if you need any Help help installing or running MagicTune™...

  • Page 60: Color Calibration

    Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration Color Calibration 1. Color Calibration Color Calibration guides you to get optimal color condition for your monitor. Proceed following 5steps for getting optimal monitor color condition . 1. Control "Brightness control bar" for matching the brightness of control patch and the brightness of background pattern 2.
  • Page 61 Color Overview Installation OSD Mode Uninstall Troubleshooting Calibration Uninstall The MagicTune™ program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the Windows™ Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove MagicTune™ . 1. Go to [Task Tray] ' [Start] ' [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows™...

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Products from other manufacturers may cause errors. Only Samsung products are able to support this feature. An error may occur even when your monitor is manufactured by Samsung but is out of date. Check if your monitor is able to support MagicTune™ .
  • Page 63 As the Highlight program uses the communication lines, please exit the Highlight program before you can access MagicTune™ . Some of Samsung CDT monitors support the Highlight feature. When using both the Highlight feature and MagicTune™ simultaneously, conflicts occur, which cause errors.
  • Page 64 MagicTune™ doesn't Have you changed your PC Download the latest program. The program can work properly. or video graphic card? be downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune Did you install the program? Reboot the computer after installing the program for the first time.

  • Page 65: Check List

    SyncMaster 740NW Check List 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 the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer.
  • Page 66 Some graphic cards may not support your monitor. When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our website to check the compatible graphic card list provided. http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune MagicTune™ Have you changed your Download the latest program. The program can be...

  • Page 67: Self-Test Feature Check

    removing the program. Visit the MagicTune™ website and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC. Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. 1. Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer. 2.
  • Page 68 If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below. This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.
  • Page 69 SyncMaster 940NW Check List 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 the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer.
  • Page 70 Some graphic cards may not support your monitor. When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our website to check the compatible graphic card list provided. http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune MagicTune™ Have you changed your Download the latest program. The program can be...
  • Page 71 removing the program. Visit the MagicTune™ website and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC. Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. 1. Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer. 2.
  • Page 72 If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below. This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.
  • Page 73 SyncMaster 740NW General General Model Name SyncMaster 740NW LCD Panel Size 17 " Wide Diagonal (43 cm) Display area 372.5 mm (H) x 209 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.291 mm (H) x 0.291 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 61 kHz...

  • Page 74: Preset Timing Modes

    ENERGY2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. 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.
  • Page 75 Table 1. Preset Timing Modes Horizontal Vertical Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Display Mode Frequency Frequency (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) (Hz) IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 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...
  • Page 76 SyncMaster 940NW General General Model Name SyncMaster 940NW LCD Panel Size 19 " Wide Diagonal (48 cm) Display area 408.24mm(H) x 255.15mm(V) Pixel Pitch 0.2835 mm (H) x 0.2835 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7M (Hi-FRC) Resolution...
  • Page 77 This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR compliant and ENERGY2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
  • Page 78 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. Table 1.

  • Page 79: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE 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 (7267864) http://www.samsung.com CANADA 01-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/mx Latin America ARGENTINE 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com/ar...
  • Page 80 0818 717 100 http://www.samsung.com/uk SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG(7267864) http://www.samsung.com/sk SPAIN 902 10 11 30 http://www.samsung.com/es SWEDEN 08 585 367 87 http://www.samsung.com/se SWITZERLAND 1-800-SAMSUNG(7267864) http://www.samsung.com/ch 0870 SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/uk ESTONIA 800-7267 http://www.samsung.ee LATVIA 800-7267 http://www.samsung.com/lv LITHUANIA 800-77777 http://www.samsung.lt KAZAKHSTAN 8 800 080 1188 http://www.samsung.kz...
  • Page 81 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/tw VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com/vn Middle East & Africa SOUTH AFRICA 0860 7267864 (SAMSUNG) http://www.samsung.com/za 800SAMSUNG (7267864) U.A.E http://www.samsung.com/mea 8000-4726 Terms Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution.

  • Page 82: For Better Display

    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 83 EXPORTADO POR: Samsung Electronics CO.,LTD. 416, Mae tan-3dong, Yeongtong - gu, Suwon City, Gyeonggi-do Korea...

  • Page 84: Product Information (Image Retention Free)

    PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free) LCD Monitors and TVs may have an image retention when switching from one image to another especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time. This guide is to demonstrate a correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them from Image retention.
  • Page 85 The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to set your PC or System to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it. Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions. Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns.

  • Page 86: Correct Disposal Of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe Only

    Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.

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