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Samsung SyncMaster P2370HD User Manual

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  • Page 1 SyncMaster P2370HD P2570HD P2770HD LCD TV Monitor User Manual 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Power Saving Function ........6-2 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE ......6-3...

  • Page 3: Major Safety Precautions

    The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. The SAMSUNG logo and SyncMaster are the registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 4: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Avoid cleaning the product with an inflammable substance such as benzene or thinner or with a wet cloth. This may result in a problem with the product.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME Warning Caution Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Do not disassemble. Do not touch. Power Related The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries. Warning Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power outlet.
  • Page 6 Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord. •...
  • Page 7 Avoid installing the product where children may reach it. • If a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury. • Since the front part is heavier, install the product on a flat and stable surface. Install the antenna far away from any high voltage cables.
  • Page 8 Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel coming off. If you can't get the product clean with just the supplied cloth, use a soft, damp cloth with a "monitor-exclusive cleansing agent"...
  • Page 9 Avoid moving the product by pulling the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable. Avoid lifting up or moving the product by holding only the power cord or signal cable.
  • Page 10 Keep the small accessories in a location out of the reach of children. Avoid placing a heavy object over the prod- uct. • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury. Be careful that children do not place the bat- teries in their mouths when removed from the remote control.

  • Page 11: Installing The Product

    Installing the Product Package Contents • Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the product at a later stage. Installation Manual (Not available in all locations) Cable Holder (Not available in all locations) Remote Control...

  • Page 12: Installing The Stand

    Installing the Stand Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand Base in the direction shown by the figure. Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected. Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the Stand base fully so that it is completely fixed.
  • Page 13 Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure. Push the assembled stand into the main body in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. - Caution Do not lift the product holding only the stand Installing the Product...

  • Page 14: Removing The Stand

    Removing the Stand Before removing the stand, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen faces downwards. Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product face down. Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure.

  • Page 15: Attaching A Wall Mount/Desktop Stand

    Avoid using screws that are incompatible with the standard VESA specifications and avoid assembling them using excessive force. This may result in damage to the product or injury due to the product falling. Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage or injury.

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. When the graphics card provides a D-Sub (analog) output • Connect the [PC IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable.
  • Page 17 • Connect the [DVI-D IN] port of the product to the [DVI] port of the PC with the DVI cable. 2. Connect the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] port on the rear side of the monitor to the sound card of the PC. 3.
  • Page 18 • You may enjoy clear and quality sound from the computer sound card using the monitor's speakers. (You don't need to install separate speakers for your computer.) • You may get a blank screen depending on the type of video card you are using if you connect the D-sub and DVI cables simultaneously to one computer.

  • Page 19: Using It As A Tv

    Using it as a TV You may view television programs on the monitor if it is connected to an antenna or cable/satellite system without installing any separate TV reception hardware or software on your computer. 1. Connect the cable/satellite or TV antenna cable to the [ANT IN] port on the rear side of the monitor. •...

  • Page 20: Connecting An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting an HDMI cable Connect the HDMI OUT port of the AV device (Blu-Ray/DVD/Cable/Satellite box) to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using the HDMI cable. Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select <HDMI> mode. You do not need to make a separate audio connection when connecting via HDMI.

  • Page 21: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable

    Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable 1. Connect the DVI output terminal of an external device to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable. 2. Connect the red and white plugs of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite plug to the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] terminal of the product.

  • Page 22: Connecting A Component Cable

    Connecting a Component cable 1. Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box) to the [COMPONENT IN [P , Y]] input ports using a component video cable [P ,Y]. 2. Connect the audio port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box) to the [COMPONENT IN [[R-AUDIO-L]] port of the monitor.

  • Page 23: Connecting Av Devices

    2-10 Connecting AV Devices 1. Connect the port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box/Camcorder) to the [AV IN [ R-AUDIO-L ] port of the product. 2. Connect the video output terminal of the AV device and the [AV IN [VIDEO]] of the monitor using a video cable. 3.

  • Page 24: Connecting To An Amplifier

    2-11 Connecting to an Amplifier Connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)] terminal of your monitor to the optical input of your amplifier using an optical cable. • If no sound is emitted from the monitor, you need to use an amplifier. •...

  • Page 25: Connecting Headphones

    2-12 Connecting Headphones Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal. Installing the Product 2-12...

  • Page 26: Kensington Lock

    2-13 Kensington Lock A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locations. Since the shape and usage of the locking device may differ depending on the model and the manufacturer, for more information, refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device.

  • Page 27: Using The Product

    Using the Product Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. 1. Press the [POWER ] button on the remote control. • You can also use the [ The message <Select Language of the OSD.> is displayed. 2.
  • Page 28 10. The message <Enjoy your TV.> is displayed. When you have finished, press the [ ] button. If you want to reset this feature... 1. Press the [MENU] button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select <Setup>, then press the [ ] button.

  • Page 29: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control panel Touch one of the operating buttons lightly. The LED buttons appear. ICON [MENU] [ -/+ ] [ / ] Speaker Using the Product DESCRIPTION Use this button to select a function. Signals other than the TV signal can only be selected if the corresponding device is connected.

  • Page 30: Remote Control

    Remote Control The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device operating near the product, causing a malfunction due to interference with the frequency. POWER Turns the product On/Off. Number Buttons Press to change the channel. : Press to select additional chan- nels (digital) being broadcast by the same station.

  • Page 31: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the +and - ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3.

  • Page 32: Using The Screen Adjustment Menu (Osd: On Screen Display)

    Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure TOP MENUS Picture MagicBright [PC / DVI] Screen Picture Mode [TV / AV / Component / Color HDMI] Sound Mode Auto Volume Channel Antenna Setup...
  • Page 33 Picture [PC / DVI ] The default setting may be different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution MENU MagicBright <MagicBright> is a feature providing an optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
  • Page 34 MENU Screen • <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 • <Fine> Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after <Fine> tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (<Coarse>.) •...

  • Page 35: Natural Color

    <Tint (G/R)> - Adjusts the color tint of the picture. Advanced Settings Samsung‘s new TVs allow you to make even more precise picture settings than previous models. See below to adjust detailed picture settings. <Advanced Settings> is available in <Standard> or <Movie> mode.
  • Page 36 MENU Picture Options • <Color Tone> The tone of the color can be changed. • <Cool> - <Normal> - <Warm1> - <Warm2> • • • <Size> You can switch the Size. The direct button on the remote control is [P.SIZE] button. •...
  • Page 37 Sound MENU Mode • <Standard> Choose Standard for the standard factory settings. • <Music> Choose Music when watching music videos or concerts. • <Movie> Choose Movie when viewing movies. • <Clear Voice > Emphasizes voice over other sounds. • <Custom > Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal preference .
  • Page 38 MENU Multi-Track Sound • <Mono> Choose for channels that are broadcasting in mono or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal. • <Stereo> Choose for channels that are broadcasting in stereo. • <SAP> Choose to listen to the Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign-language translation. Available in Analog <TV>...
  • Page 39 MENU Antenna You can select antenna or cable TV. If [ANT IN] connected, select the antenna input you want. If the antenna input is not selected prop- erly, noise may appear on the screen. • <Air> - <Cable> Auto Program The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory.
  • Page 40 MENU Channel List Using this menu, you can add / delete or set favorite channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts. You can select these options by simply pressing the [CH LIST] button on the remote control. • <All Channels>...
  • Page 41 Setup MENU Plug & Play This brings up the menu items that appeared when you first plugged in the TV. Language You can set the menu language. The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. Time • <Clock> Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV.
  • Page 42 MENU Time • <Sleep Timer> The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time . • <Off> - <30 min.> - <60 min.> - <90 min.> - <120 min.> - <150 min.> - <180 min.> Press the [TOOLS] button to display the Tools menu. You can also set the sleep timer by selecting <Tools>→<Sleep Timer>.
  • Page 43 MENU V-Chip (U.S.A only) The <V-Chip> feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the <V-Chip> restrictions are set up or changed. • <V-Chip> function is not available in <HDMI>, <Component> or <PC> mode. •...
  • Page 44 MENU Caption(On-Screen • <Caption> Text Messages) You can switch the caption function on or off. If captions are not available, they will not be displayed on the screen. • <Off> - <On> • • • <Caption Mode> You can select the desired caption mode. •...
  • Page 45 MENU Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the monitor is powered On or Off. • <Off> - <Low> - <Medium> - <High> The <Melody> does not play • When no sound is output from the TV because the [MUTE] button has been pressed. •...
  • Page 46 <Anynet+> with your Samsung TV‘s remote. The <Anynet+ > system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the <Anynet+> feature. To be sure your Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an <Anynet+> logo on it.
  • Page 47 Setting Up Anynet+ Press the [TOOLS] button to display the Tools menu. You can also display the <Anynet+> menu by selecting <Tools>→<Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)> Setup MENU Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) To use the <Anynet+> Function, <Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)> must be set to On. When the <Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) >function is disabled, all the< Anynet+> related operations are deactivated.
  • Page 48 - If you cannot find a device you want, press the red button to scan for devices. 3. Press the button to select a particular device and press the [ - <Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)> must be set to On in the <Application> menu for the <Device List> menu to appear. Switching to the selected devices may take up to 2 minutes.
  • Page 49 • <Yes> : If during the sound test you can hear sound only from one speaker or not at all, select <Yes>. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s call center for assistance. • <No> : If you can hear sound from the speakers, select <No>. There may be a problem with your external equipment.

  • Page 50: Installing The Device Driver

    If you install the device driver, you can set up the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product. The device driver is included on the CD supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit the Samsung Electronics website (www.samsung.com), and download the driver.

  • Page 51: Standard Signal Mode Table

    Standard Signal Mode Table An LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product.
  • Page 52 RESOLUTION IBM, 640 x 350 IBM, 640 x 480 IBM, 720 x 400 MAC, 640 x 480 MAC, 832 x 624 MAC, 1152 x 870 VESA, 640 x 480 VESA, 640 x 480 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 800 x 600 VESA, 1024 x 768...

  • Page 53: Installing The Software

    What is Natural Color ? This software is for Samsung products only and enables you to adjust the displayed colors on the product so they more closely match the colors of printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1).

  • Page 54: Multiscreen

    MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enables you to partition multiple sections on the Monitor. Installing the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the MultiScreen setup program. If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the MultiScreen setup file on the CD-ROM.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Monitor Self-Diagnosis • You can check if the product is working properly using the Self-Diagnosis function. • If a blank screen is displayed and the Power LED blinks even if the product and the PC are properly connected, perform the self-diagnosis function according to the procedures below.

  • Page 56: Before Requesting Service

    Before Requesting Service Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Center. PROBLEMS RELATED TO INSTALLATION (PC MODE) The monitor screen flickers. Screen is blank and power indicator is off.
  • Page 57 NOTE ON THE PRODUCT APPEARANCE You may see small particles if you look closely at This is part of the product's design and is not a defect. the edge of the bezel surrounding the screen. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 58: Faq

    This provides a much better screen quality than SDTV. Digital TV broadcasting in our country is ultimately orientated towards HDTV. (At present, all digital TVs from Samsung Electronics have the 16:9 wide aspect ratio.) You can receive all digital broadcasts, whether they are SD or HD, using any digital TV.

  • Page 59: More Information

    More Information Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Screen Size Display Area Pixel Pitch Synchroniza- Horizontal tion Vertical Color Resolution Optimal Reso- lution Maximum Res- olution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Voltage Dimension (Width x Height x Depth) / Weight VESA Mounting Interface Environmental Operating...
  • Page 60 Class B (Information Communication Equipment for Home Use) This device has been registered regarding EMI for home use (Class B). It may be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.) More Information...

  • Page 61: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode.

  • Page 62: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE • If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A CANADA MEXICO ARGENTINA BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP.
  • Page 63 3 - SAMSUNG (7267864) 0 801 1SAMSUNG (172678) 022 - 607 - 93 - 33 808 20 - SAMSUNG (7267864) 0800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 678) 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) 0848-SAMSUNG(7267864, CHF 0.08/ min) 0845 SAMSUNG (7267864)
  • Page 64 PHILIPPINES SINGAPORE THAILAND TAIWAN VIETNAM SOUTH AFRICA TURKEY U.A.E ASIA PACIFIC 0800-112-8888 0120-327-527 1800-88-9999 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 786) 1-800-10-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 1-800-3-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 1-800-8-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 02-5805777 1800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 0800-329-999 1 800 588 889 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 444 77 11 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 8000-4726 http://www.samsung.com/id...

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