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  • Page 1: Lcd Monitor

    SyncMaster P2070,P2270,P2370,P2070G,P2270G,P2370G 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 dam- age. 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

    Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. •...
  • Page 4 Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet. • Put down the monitor carefully. • Do not place the front of the product on the floor. •...
  • Page 5 When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth. • When cleaning the product, make sure to disconnect the power cord. • When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean it softly with a dry cloth. •...
  • Page 6 If thunder or lightening is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. •...
  • Page 7 Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Remove the vinyl cover of the adapter before using the adaptor. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Always keep power adaptor in well-ventilated area. Be careful that adaptor should not be in contact with water and therefore not be wet.
  • Page 8 Do not place any heavy items or toys or confectionery, such as cookies etc. that may attract the attention of children and to the product. • Your children may hang onto the product causing it to fall and this may result in personal injury or death. Do not turn the product upside down or move it while holding only the stand.
  • Page 9 Good Postures When Using the Monitor When using the product, use it in the correct posi- tion. • Keep your back straight while looking at the prod- uct. • The distance between your eyes and the screen should be between 45 to 50 cm. Look at the screen from a slightly higher location than the height of the screen.

  • 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 Manuals Quick Setup Guide Cables 'DVI-A to D-Sub' Cable Others Cleaning Cloth Note...

  • Page 11: Your Monitor

    Sold separately DVI Cable Your Monitor Initial Settings Select the language using the up or down key. The displayed content will disappear after 40 seconds. Turn the Power button off and on. It will be displayed again. It can be displayed up to three (3) times. Make sure to adjust the resolution of your PC before reaching the maximum count.
  • Page 12 Front MENU button [MENU/ ] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. Customized Key[ You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to your preferences.
  • Page 13 AUTO button Use this button for auto adjustment. Power button [ Use this button for turning the product on and off. Power Indicator This light is lit when operating normally, and blinks once when your ad- justments are saved. Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions.

  • Page 14: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    Kensington Lock Note See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections. Connect the 'DVI-A to D-Sub' Cable to the DVI-I port on the back of your monitor. The Kensington Lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place.

  • Page 15: Connecting Cables

    Connections Connecting Cables Connect the DC adapter 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 16: Folding The Base

    Connections Monitor and Bottom Folding the base Note You can tilt the monitor screen forward to adjust the angle to a particular angle.

  • Page 17: 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".

  • Page 18: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)

    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) ® Microsoft Windows Vista™‚ Operating System Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 19 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 list of device drivers on my computer".
  • Page 20 Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next". 10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence. ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System...
  • Page 21 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" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. Click "Update Driver..."...
  • Page 22 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. http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
  • Page 23 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. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open"...
  • Page 24 If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes" button. And click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button. ® ® Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" icon. Select the "Settings"...

  • Page 25: How To Install The Natural Color Software

    & 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. For more information, refer to Help (F1) in the software program.

  • Page 26: How To Delete The Natural Color Software Program

    How to delete the Natural Color software program Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a pro- gram". Select Natural Color from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button. MagicTune™ Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MagicTune™...

  • Page 27: System Requirements

    System Requirements • Windows 2000 • Windows XP Home Edition • Windows XP Professional • Windows Vista™ It is recommended using MagicTune™ in Windows Hardware • 32 MB Memory above • 60 MB Hard disk space above For more information, visit the MagicTune™ website. Uninstall The MagicTune™...
  • Page 28 MultiScreen Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MultiScreen installation file. Note If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceed with the installation using the MultiScreen executable file on the CD. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next".
  • Page 29 Hardware • 32 MB Memory above • 60 MB Hard disk space above Uninstall The Multiscreen program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the Windows Perform the following steps remove Multiscreen. Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a pro- gram".

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Monitor

    Adjusting the Monitor Direct Functions AUTO 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 Analog signal. The values of Fine, Coarse and Position are adjusted automatically.
  • Page 31 To view the operating screen displayed when pressing the [ customized key for a function, click the name of each function. (MagicBright - MagicColor - Color Effect - Image Size) Brightness When OSD is not on the screen, push the Brightness ( SOURCE Selects the video signal while the OSD is off.
  • Page 32 Bright- ness AV Mode Display Time Custom- INFOR- MATION PICTURE Brightness (Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.) You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal prefer- ence. The larger the number, the brighter the screen. The smaller the number, the darker the screen.
  • Page 33 The larger the number, the clearer the screen. The smaller the number, the less clear the screen. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. ) MagicBright Push the button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.

  • Page 34: Response Time

    • Movie For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD. • Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Coarse Removes noise such as vertical stripes. The larger the number, the more the screen increases vertically.
  • Page 35 COLOR (Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.) MagicColor 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. • Off - Returns to the original mode.

  • Page 36: Color Tone

    Green Adjusts individual Green color balance. The larger the number, the closer it is to green. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent. ) Blue Adjusts individual Blue color balance. The larger the number, the closer it is to blue. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent.

  • Page 37: Color Effect

    • Cool - Makes whites bluish. • Normal - Keeps whites white. • Warm - Makes whites reddish. • Custom - Select this mode when you want to adjust the image according to your prefer- ences. Color Effect You can change the overall mood by changing the screen colors. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent.

  • Page 38: Size&Position

    • Mode 1 : Sets the screen to the default brightness. • Mode 2 : Sets the screen to bright. • Mode 3 : Sets the screen to dim. SIZE&POSITION H-Position Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. You can move the position of the screen to the left and right by pressing the and respectively.

  • Page 39: Image Size

    Image Size You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor. • Auto - The screen is displayed in accordance with the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. • Wide - A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. Menu H-Position You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor.

  • Page 40: Setup And Reset

    The larger the number, the more the OSD menu moves upwards. The smaller the number, the more it moves downwards. SETUP&RESET Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults. • • Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. •...

  • Page 41: Led Brightness

    You can choose one of nine languages. LED On/Off You can set the LED lamps of the menu buttons to be permanently turned on. • • LED Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the Power LED. Off Timer On/Off You can enable or disable the Off Time function. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD.

  • Page 42: Off Timer Setting

    • • Off Timer Setting The monitors will turn off automatically at the specified time. • Auto Source Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select the signal source. • • Auto MENU → , → → MENU → , → →...

  • Page 43: Display Time

    AV Mode • • This function allows the screen to be displayed at the optimal quality in accordance with the size of the screen when a 480P, 576P, 720P, 1080i, or 1080P video signal is input in DVI mode. Set to Off when connected to a PC. Set to On when connected to an AV device.
  • Page 44 Adjusting the Monitor MENU → , → → , → → →MENU INFORMATION Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. MENU → →MENU...

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check-- P2070, P2070G -- Note Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Self-Test Feature Check Turn off both your computer and the monitor. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. Turn on the monitor.

  • Page 46: Useful Tips

    Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor. Useful Tips A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, become noisy, and video mode not supported, etc.

  • Page 47: I Cannot See The On Screen Display

    Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly. If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1600 x 900 60 Hz" message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the display will work properly but the "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1600 x 900 60 Hz"...

  • Page 48: The Screen Is Out Of Focus Or Osd Cannot Be Adjusted

    (Refer to the Preset Timing Modes). The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals. Readjust Position by referring to the OSD. The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted. Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency on the monitor? Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card.
  • Page 49 Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set to between 56 Hz ~ 75 Hz. (Do not exceed 75 Hz when using the maximum resolution.) If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the Display Adapter in the "Control Panel →...
  • Page 50 Note Before calling for assistance, 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 In- formation section or contact your dealer. Self-Test Feature Check-- P2270, P2370, P2270G, P2370G -- Note Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly.
  • Page 51 Environment The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor. If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor.
  • Page 52 If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear, contact the Service Center or your dealer. Can you see "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1920 x 1080 60 Hz" on the screen? You can see this message when the signal from the video card exceeds the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly.
  • Page 53 The screen suddenly has become unbalanced. Have you changed the video card or the driver? Adjust screen image position and size using the OSD. Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency to the monitor? Adjust the resolution and frequency at the video card. (Refer to the Preset Timing Modes).
  • Page 54 Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting. (If it does, request an a service for the main board of the computer.) If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if the installed the adapter (video) driver and the monitor driver.
  • Page 55 How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a soft cloth, using either a cleaning solution or plain water. Do not leave any detergent or scratches on the case. Do not let any water enter the monitor.

  • Page 56: Specifications

    Specifications General General Model Name LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution 1600x900@60Hz Input Signal, Terminated DVI(Digital Visual Interface)- I 0.7 Vp-p ±5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥...
  • Page 57 ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Power off (Power but- ton) EPA/ENERGY 2000 0.5 watts...

  • Page 58: Preset Timing Modes

    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 adjusts the screen as follows.
  • Page 59 Resolution Maximum resolution 1920x1080@60Hz Input Signal, Terminated DVI(Digital Visual Interface)- I 0.7 Vp-p ±5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V) Maximum Pixel Clock 164MHz (Analog,Digital) Power Supply AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Signal Cable 29pin DVI-A to D-sub cable, Detachable 24pin DVI-D to DVI-D cable, Detachable(Sold separately)
  • Page 60 This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Horizontal Vertical Fre-...
  • Page 61 Display Mode VESA, 1680 X 1050 VESA, 1920 X 1080 General General Model Name LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution 1920x1080@60Hz Input Signal, Terminated DVI(Digital Visual Interface)- I 0.7 Vp-p ±5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥...
  • Page 62 Power Supply AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Signal Cable 29pin DVI-A to D-sub cable, Detachable 24pin DVI-D to DVI-D cable, Detachable(Sold separately) Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (Simple Stand) 571 x 364.5 x 47 mm / 22.5 x 14.4 x 1.9 inch (Without Stand) 571 x 423 x 190 mm / 22.5 x 16.7 x 7.5 inch (With Stand) / 4.1 kg / 9.0 Ibs Environmental considerations...
  • Page 63 This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Horizontal Vertical Fre-...

  • Page 64: Product Information (Image Retention Free)

    Information For Better Display-- P2070, P2070G -- 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 65 During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesn't occur. How- ever, if the same image is displayed for a long time, a slight difference in electric charge accumulates 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 66 • 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 67 Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II For Better Display-- P2270, P2370, P2270G, P2370G -- 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 68 If excessive force is applied, you may stain it. If you are not satisfied with the picture quality, you can get better quality of picture by performing the "Auto Adjustment function" in display screen that is appeared as window termination button is pressed. If there's still noise after the automatic adjustment, use the Fine/Coarse adjustment function.
  • Page 69 Ex) Airports, Transit Stations, Stock Markets, Banks, and Controlling Systems We recommend that you follow set up of your display system program as below: Display Information together with Logo or Moving image cycle. Ex) Cycle : Display Information for 1 hour followed by a Display Logo or moving image for 1 minute.
  • Page 70 Information 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 con- ditions.
  • Page 71 Information Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II...
  • Page 72 Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A CANADA MEXICO ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP.
  • Page 73 022 - 607 - 93 - 33 PORTUGAL (7267864) SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sk SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG(902 172 678) SWEDEN 075 - SAMSUNG (726 78 64) http://www.samsung.com/se SWITZERLAND 0848 - SAMSUNG (7267864, CHF 0.08/min) 0845 SAMSUNG (7267864) ESTONIA 800-7267 LATVIA 8000-7267...
  • Page 74 010-6475 1880 HONG KONG:3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk 3030 8282 http://www.samsung.com/in 1-800-3000-8282 1800 110011 0800-112-8888 http://www.samsung.com/id 0120-327-527 http://www.samsung.com/jp 1800-88-9999 http://www.samsung.com/my 0800 SAMSUNG(0800 726 http://www.samsung.com/nz 786) 1-800-10-SAMSUNG http://www.samsung.com/ph (726-7864) 1-800-3-SAMSUNG (726-7864) 02-5805777 1800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sg 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 http://www.samsung.com/th 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/tw 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com/vn...

  • Page 75: Correct Disposal

    Horizontal Frequency Interlace and Non-Interlace Methods Plug & Play Resolution Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equip- ment) - Europe only Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per sec- ond, this is regarded as 60 Hz. The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal Cycle.

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