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- Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
SyncMaster 171B/171S/181B TFT-LCD Monitor User's Manual - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver - Windows XP - Other Operating System Installing VESA compliant mounting User's Manual 2 On-Screen Display Troubleshooting Check List Q & A Self-Test Feature Check Specifications General Specifications PowerSaver Preset Display Modes Information Service - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
Safety Instructions Notational User's Manual 3 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
Safety Instructions User's Manual 4 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. If the size of your monitor is small, or if the same image is present for long periods of time, you may see afterimages due to - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
Safety Instructions User's Manual 5 Power • Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is not used for a long period of time. • Failure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire. • Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet. • This may - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Safety Instructions User's Manual 6 Installation • Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. • Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. • 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Safety Instructions User's Manual 7 Installation • Do not place the monitor face down. • The TFT-LCD surface may be damaged. - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
Instructions User's Manual 8 Clean When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. • Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor small metal objects on the monitor. • This may cause damage, electric shock or a fire. • If a foreign - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
Safety Instructions User's Manual 9 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
Safety Instructions User's Manual 10 Other • Do not try to move the monitor by pulling on the wire or the signal cable. • This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage to the cable. • Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
Unparking • Monitor and Stand User's Manual 11 • Power Cord • Signal Cable • Pivot Stand and S/W CD (Option-SyncMaster 171B/181B) • Quick Setup Guide • Warranty wictohnytaocut ryomuor dneitaoler.r.If any items are missing, contact your dealer.11jk • User's Guide and Driver Installation CD - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Introduction Front User's Manual 12 1. Auto button : Use this button to auto adjustment direct access as the monitor saves your adjustments. Note : See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
Introduction Rear User's Manual 13 (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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
Setup Connecting Your Monitor User's Manual 14 1. 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. Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub connector on the back of your monitor. 3. If you are - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
User's Manual 15 Setup . Installing the Monitor Driver When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. • Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
Setup . Installing the Monitor Driver User's Manual 16 Auto Monitor Installation Guide ( This monitor driver is under certifying MS Logo, and this installation don't damage your system.) Then click "OK" button. *The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage. http://www. - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
User's Manual 17 Setup . Installing the Monitor Driver When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. • Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
Setup User's Manual 18 Auto Monitor Installation Guide 1. Insert CD-ROM into the driver. 2. Double Click Setup.exe file on D:\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. Click the "OK" button. If you can - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
User's Manual 19 . When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab, and then click Advanced. 3. Click the Monitor tab, and then click Change, Specify the location of the driver, Next. 4. When the Update Device Driver Wizard dialog box appears, select "Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
Setup User's Manual 21 Microsoft® Windows® NT Operating System 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click Display. 2. In Display Registration Information window, click Settings Tab and then click All Display Modes. 3. Select a mode that you wish to use (Resolution, Number of - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Setup Installing VESA compliant mounting User's Manual 22 Removing the base 1 Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord. 2 Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the screen. 3 Remove the four screws and then remove the Stand from the LCD monitor. - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Setup User's Manual 23 Installing VESA compliant mounting Attaching a base NOTE : This monitor accepts a 100mm x 100mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad. 1. Rear cover mounting pad 2. Mounting interface pad Align the Mounting Interface Pad with the holes in the - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
On-Screen Display User's Manual 24 1. Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item. 2.3 Use these buttons to highlight and adjust items using the On Screen - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
On-Screen Display User's Manual 25 Menu How to adjust Brightness Adjust the Brightness. 1. Push the Menu ( ) button. 2. Push the Menu ( ) button to open the Brightness adjustment screen. 3. Use the + - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
On-Screen Display User's Manual 26 Menu Image Lock How to adjust Fine Image Lock is used to fine tune and the Fine adjustment screen. 4. Use the - or + buttons to remove any noise. Coarse Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image by removing noises that creates unstable images with - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
On-Screen Display User's Manual 27 Menu Position How to adjust H-Position Follow these instructions to change the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. 1. Push the Menu ( ) button. 2. Push the - button or + button until the Position screen is displayed. 3. Push the Menu ( ) button - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
On-Screen Display User's Manual 28 Menu Reset How to adjust Geometry Reset Geometry parameters adjustment screen. 4. Push the + button to select Yes. If you don't want to reset the monitor, use the - button to select No. Color Reset Color parameters are replaced with the factory default values - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
On-Screen Display User's Manual 29 Menu How to adjust Color Temperature Color Temperature Color to open the Color Temperature adjustment screen. 4. Press the - or + button to select User Adjusted, Reddish or Bluish. Color Control Follow these steps to adjust individual R,G,B color control. - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
On-Screen Display User's Manual 30 Menu How to adjust Image Effect Image being displayed can be made softer or sharper. 1. Push the Menu ( ) button. 2. Push the - button or + button - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
On-Screen Display User's Manual 31 Menu How to adjust Menu Halfton Change the opaqueness of the background of the OSD. 1. Push the Menu ( ) button. 2. Push the - button or + button - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
On-Screen Display User's Manual 32 Menu Menu Position How to adjust H-Position You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor. 1. Push the Menu ( ) button. 2. Push the - button or + button until the H-Menu Position screen is displayed. 3. Push the Menu ( ) - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
On-Screen Display User's Manual 33 Menu How to adjust Menu Display Time The menu will automatically turn off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period. You can - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
On-Screen Display User's Manual 34 Menu How to adjust Auto Adjustment Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the execute the 'AUTO' function while the AUTO PATTERN is on. OSD Lock/Unlock 1. Push and hold in the Menu ( or more to Lock the OSD. 2. Push and hold in the Menu ( or more - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Troubleshooting User's Manual 35 Check List Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems on the monitor. I cannot see the On Screen Display. Check List Solutions Is the power cord connected properly? Check the power cord connection and - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
Troubleshooting User's Manual 36 Check List Symptom The image on the screen is shaking. The screen shows strange colors or just black and white. The screen suddenly has become unbalanced. The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted. Check List Solutions Check the monitor configuration - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
card manual. Have you installed the monitor driver? Install the monitor driver according to the Driver Installation Instructions. See the video card manual to see if the Plug & Play (VESA DDC) function can be supported. Install the monitor driver according to the Driver Installation Instructions. - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
Troubleshooting User's Manual 38 Check List Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. 1. Check if the power cord and the cable 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
Troubleshooting User's Manual 39 Q&A Question How can I change the frequency? How can I adjust the resolution? How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Answer Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note that video card support can vary, - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
Troubleshooting User's Manual 40 Self-Test Feature Check Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Self-Test Feature Check 1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor indicates a problem with your monitor. This box also appears - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
if there is trouble with the PC or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact a service center or your dealer. . Judging the monitor's working condition If - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 171B LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Type Viewing Angle 17.0 inch diagonal 337.92 (H) x 270.336 (V) level positive or negative Maximum Pixel Clock 135 MHz Power Supply AC 90 ~ 264 VAC rms, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Signal Cable 15pin- - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
Specifications User's Manual 43 General Power Consumption 40W (Maximum) Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight 444.0 X 208.4 X 457 . • For example, the no. of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160. Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 171S LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Type Viewing Angle 17.0 inch diagonal 337.92 (H) x 270.336 (V) level positive or negative Maximum Pixel Clock 135 MHz Power Supply AC 90 ~ 264 VAC rms, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Signal Cable 15pin- - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
Specifications User's Manual 45 General Power Consumption 40W (Maximum) Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight 444.0 X 208.4 X 457 . • For example, the no. of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160. Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 181B LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Type Viewing Angle 18.0 inch diagonal 359.0 (H) , SOG TTL level positive or negative Maximum Pixel Clock 135 MHz Power Supply AC 90 ~ 264 VAC rms, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz Signal Cable 15pin-to-15pin D- - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
Specifications User's Manual 47 General Power Consumption 42W (Maximum) Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight 457.3 X 208.4 X 465 . • For example, the no. of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160. Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
Specifications User's Manual 48 PowerSaver This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
Specifications User's Manual 49 Preset Timing Modes (SyncMaster 171B) 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
Specifications User's Manual 50 Preset Timing Modes (SyncMaster 171S) 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
Specifications User's Manual 51 Preset Timing Modes (SyncMaster 181B) 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 - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
Specifications User's Manual 52 Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user. The frequency of this repetition is called Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
Information User's Manual 53 Service U.S.A. : SAMSUNG Computer Products Customer Service 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Tel. : (973)601-6000, 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Fax. : (973)601-6001 http://SAMSUNGmonitor.com/ CANADA : SAMSUNG Electronics Canada Inc. 7037 Financial - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
Information User's Manual 54 Service UKRAINE : (user manual) SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN UKRAINE 4 Glybochitska str. Kiev, Ukraine Tel. 8-044-4906878 Fax 8-044-4906887 Toll-free 8-800-502-0000 http://www.SAMSUNG.com.ua/ SWEDEN/DENMARK/NORWAY/FINLAND : SAMSUNG Electronics AB Box - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
Information User's Manual 55 Terms • Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue regarded as 60 Hz. In this case, flickering of the screen can be detected. To avoid this problem, there is a Flicker-free Mode using a vertical frequency over 70 Hz. • Horizontal Frequency The - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
User's Manual 56 Regulatory • FCC Information User Instructions /TV Interference Problems helpful. This SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 85 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA Tel) 408-544-5124 Fax) 408-544-5191 Provided with this monitor is a detachable power supply cord - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Information User's Manual 57 des interférences au Canada. • MPR II Compliance This monitor complies with SWEDAC(MPR II) recommendations for reduced electric and - Electromagnetic Immunity . . EN61000-3-2:1995+A1+A2 - Power Line Harmonics EN61000-3-3:1995 - Voltage Fluctuations . EN60950 - - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
User's Manual services to the environment.The main problem as far as monitors monitor, such as energy consumption levels, that are important from both the working power consumption to a lower level, in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the monitor shall be reasonable for the user - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Information User's Manual 59 Regulatory What does labelling involve?(continue) TCO Development Unit 1996-11-29 On the page this folder you will find a brief summary of the - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
User's Manual of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as are important from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments. Since after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
Information User's Manual 61 Regulatory TCO Development SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden Fax: +46 exception. Mercury is, for the time being, permitted in the back light system of flat panel monitors as today there is no commercially available alternative. TCO aims on removing this exception when a - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
Medical Requirement User's Manual 62 Classifications: , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other devices in the the other device(s) are connected. -Consult the manufacturer or field service technician for help. Video In / RS 232 / Video - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
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 [Execute]. Enter D:\color\eng\setup.exe and then press the key. (If - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
Information User's Manual 64 example, the number of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160. 3 When you clean the monitor and the panel outside, please in display screen that is appeared as window termination button is pressed. If there's still noise after automatic - Samsung 171B | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
Information User's Manual 65 Authority Information in this document is subject to change without notice. ®œ 2001 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung
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