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SyncMaster 153S/173S/193S/174V/175V
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User’s Manual Index Main Page On-Screen Display Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Notational Check List Power Q & A Installation Self-Test Feature Check Cleaning Other Introduction Specifications Unpacking General Specifications Front PowerSaver Rear Preset Display Modes Setup Information Connecting Your Monitor Service Installing the Monitor Driver Terms Automatic Regulatory Manual Natural Color Installing VESA compliant mounting For Better Display Authority
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User’s Manual Safety Instructions Notational Warning/Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Notation Conventions Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet Do not touch Grounding to prevent an electric shock
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User’s Manual Safety Instructions Power When not used for extended periods of time, set your PC to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode. Do not use a damaged or loose plug. This may cause an electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. This may cause an electric shock or fire. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage. Do not ex
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User’s Manual Safety Instructions Installation Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor. Do not drop the monitor when moving it. This may cause damage to the product or human body. Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface. The monitor can cause injury by falling. Set down the monitor carefully. It could be damaged or broken. Do not place the monitor face down. The TFT-LCD surfac
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User’s Manual Safety Instructions Clean When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor. This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire. Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth. If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth. A dirty connector can cause an electric shock or fire.
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User’s Manual Safety Instructions Other Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside. 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. This may cause an electric shock or fire. Be careful not to let water drip into the monitor or expo
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Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Do not place water containers, chemical products or small metal objects on the monitor. This may cause malfunction, an electric shock or a fire. If a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord and contact the Service Center. Do not use or store inflammable substances near the monitor. This may cause an explosion or fire. Never insert anything metallic into the monitor ope
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Keep the volume at a proper level when you use the headphones. Excessively loud volume levels may damage hearing. Keep a proper distance between your eyes and the monitor screen. Sitting too close to the monitor on a continuous basis may damage eyesight.
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User’s Manual Introduction Unparking Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Power Cord Monitor and Stand Signal Cable Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all locations) User's Guide and Driver Installation CD
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User’s Manual Introduction Front 1. Auto button / Use this button to auto adjustment direct access. / Exit button Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD. Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item. 2. Menu button 3. Power button Use this button to turn the monitor on and off. 4. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as a. Power indicator the
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User’s Manual Introduction Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port : Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. 2. Signal cable : Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port. (video board, video card or graphics card) Note : See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
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User’s Manual Setup Connecting Your Monitor 1. Power supply 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. Connecting to a computer Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your Computer. 3. Connecting to a new Macintosh Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-SUB connection cable. 4. Connecting to an old Macintosh Connect your monitor to t
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User’s Manual Setup 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 system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you have. Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. ? Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA) http://www.sec.
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User’s Manual Setup Windows XP/2000 1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click "Windows XP/2000 Driver". 3. Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button. 4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window. 5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monito
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User’s Manual Setup 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 system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you have. Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. ? Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA) http://www.sec.
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User’s Manual Setup 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. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model list and click the "Next" button.
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User’s Manual Setup 8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ 9. Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
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User’s Manual Setup 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. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open" button and then click "OK" button. How to install 1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". 2. Double click the "Display" Icon. 3. Choo
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User’s Manual Setup ® ® Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System 1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". 2. Double click "Display" icon. 3. Select the "Settings" tab and click "Advanced Properties" button. 4. Select the "Monitor" tab. 5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area. 6. Choose "Specify the location of the driver". 7. Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location.." then click "Next" button. 8. 8. Click the " Click the "Have Disk Have