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- Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
SyncMaster 172MP/152MP - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Base Adjusting Your LCD Monitor User Controls User control buttons Direct-Access Features On-Screen Display OSD Functions Screen Adjustment Animation Clips Troubleshooting Check before Calling for Service Problems and Solutions Q & A Specifications General Specifications PowerSaver Preset Timing - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
Safety Instructions - Notational User's Guide T 3 Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Prohibited Do not disassemble Do not touch Important - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
Safety Instructions - Power User's Guide T 4 When not used for extended periods of time, set your computer to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode. Do - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
Instructions - Installation User's Guide T 5 Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. z Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. z An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor. Do not drop the monitor - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Instructions - Cleaning User's Guide T 6 When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor the monitor, disconnect the plug and then contact a service center. Contact a Service Center - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
User's Guide T 7 Safety Instructions - Other Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside. z This may cause an electric shock or a fire. z Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
Safety Instructions - Other Keep all power adaptors apart. z Possible fire hazard. User's Guide T 8 Keep power adaptor away from any strong vibrations can be a fire hazard and shorten the life of the monitor. When moving the monitor, turn the power switch off and unplug the power cord. Make sure - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
any items are missing, contact your dealer. User's Guide and Natural Color/ Driver Installation CD Power Cord Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all locations) Monitor Signal Cable(15 pin D-Sub) DC Adapter Audio Cable Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) TV Tuner Box (option) - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
Introduction - Front User's Guide T10 For detailed information concerning the monitor functions, refer to User Controls under Adjusting Your Monitor. The monitor's front configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. 1. PC mode button 2. PIP mode button 3. Video mode button 4. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
's Guide T 11 For detailed information concerning cable connections, refer to Connecting Cables under Setup. The monitor's rear configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. A. PC Connection Terminal 1. Power Connection Terminal (14V DC) 2. Computer Connection Terminal (15 Pin - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Guide T 12 Introduction - Remote Control For detailed information of the Remote Control Unit functions, refer to Adjusting Your Monitor > User Controls > User Control Buttons > Remote Control buttons. The remote control's configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. The Remote 15 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
computer. 4. Turn on both your computer and the monitor. 5. You may enjoy clear and quality sound from the computer sound card using the monitor speakers. (You don't need to install any separate speakers for your computer.) Contact a local Samsung Electronics service center to buy optional items. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
devices User's Guide T 14 This monitor allows the user to connect it to such input devices as a DVD player, a VCR or camcorder, or a DTV or TV without disconnecting the PC. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices, refer to User Controls under Adjusting Your Monitor. Connecting AV - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
's Guide T 15 2. Connecting TV (Connect a TV tuner box (option)) With a TV tuner box (option), you can watch TV simply by hooking up the monitor to an antenna or to your cable box. There is no need to buy a TV card which connects to a PC, or additional hardware or software. Contact a local Samsung - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
. 3. For older model Macintoshes, you need to adjust the resolution control DIP switch on the Macintosh adapter (optional) referring to the switch configuration table shown on its rear. 4. Turn on the monitor and Macintosh. Contact a local Samsung Electronics service center to buy optional items. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
Setup - Connecting to other devices 5. Connecting Headphone You may connect your headphones to the monitor. User's Guide T 17 1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone-out port. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China) Windows ME | Windows XP/2000 1. Windows ME Refer to "Installing the Monitor Driver and User Manual" CD-ROM supplied with - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Setup - Installing the Monitor Driver User's Guide T 19 2. Windows XP/2000 Refer to "Installing the Monitor Driver and User Manual" CD-ROM supplied with the monitor. When inserted into the computer CD drive, the CD-ROM boots up automatically. If it fails to boot up automatically, click monsetup. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
shown here. z Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (Worldwide) http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China) To install the monitor driver manually, follow the procedures explained below after checking your - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
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. This installation will not damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Guide T 22 10. Monitor driver installation is completed. 2. Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Operating System * When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open" button and then click "OK" button. * How to install 1. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
User's Guide T 23 Setup - Installing the Monitor Driver 6. Choose "Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver" then click "Next" and then click "Have disk". 7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver). 8. Click the "Open" button, then click - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
User's Guide T 24 Setup - Installing a VESA base This monitor supports various types of VESA-standard bases. You need to either fold or remove the base in use in order to install a VESA base. Folding the base | Removing the base 1. Folding the base The monitor may be reclined from 0 to 90 degrees. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
Setup - Installing a VESA base User's Guide T 25 The monitor supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. This monitor accepts a 75mm x 75mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad. You need to fold the monitor base before installing a VESA base. Align the four bolt - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
LCD Monitor - User Controls User's Guide T 26 The control button configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. Source Buttons | Control Buttons | Remote Control (Press here to view In PIP mode, [COMP] is not supported. 3. Video mode button Switches from PC mode to Video mode. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
LCD Monitor - User Controls | Control Buttons | For more information on the screen adjustment functions, refer to On-Screen Display. 5. Power button / Power indicator Use this button for turn the monitor on and off. Power Indicator shows PowerSaver mode by green blinking. Refer to Specifications - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
User's Guide T 28 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - User Controls Use this button for turn the monitor on and off. 2.-5. Source Button and Speaker Mute ON/OFF on the upper right corner of the screen. 15. Previous channel button This button is used to return to the immediately previous Manual Change Mono - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - User Controls User's Guide T 29 19. Caption button Turns on Closed Captioning service (in English). In some countries, Caption service is not available. You may turn on Closed Captioning service while viewing certain television programs in countries like the United - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
Guide T 30 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - User Controls Direct-Access Features let you display Monitor Adjustment Menu by simply pressing Auto button once. Or they are used to adjust monitor panel of the monitor. (It is not available by pressing the Menu button on the remote controller.) 3. Volume - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - User Controls User's Guide T 31 4. Channel When OSD is not on the screen, push the + CH / - CH button to select channel number. 1. Push the button to decrease the channel - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
Guide T 32 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display Characters and icons become highlighted in blue during adjustment for each menu. SyncMaster 152MP area. You may relocate it to the center using the Horizontal Control menu. Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
User's Guide T 33 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display SyncMaster 152MP 2. TV Screen For detailed information on on the screen, your TV tuner box has not been properly connected to the monitor. Picture Controls Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color and Tint of the TV image. 1) Mode • - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display 2. TV Screen User's Guide T 34 SyncMaster 152MP Channel The channel system can be set in several different ways. 1) ANT / CATV Select a channel system that is being used in your region. • STD • HRC • - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
User's Guide T 35 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display SyncMaster 152MP 3. Video Screen For detailed screen at all. You can use this function only if your monitor is not connected to a TV tuner box. Picture Controls Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color and Tint of the Video image - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
User's Guide T 36 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display SyncMaster 152MP 4. DTV / DVD(Component) Control See Screen Adjustment Animation Clips in DTV mode for detailed instructions on how to adjust the screen in DTV mode. Adjusting the screen in DTV/DVD mode does not affect the image on - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
User's Guide T 37 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display SyncMaster 172MP Characters and icons become highlighted in the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center using the Horizontal Control menu. Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display User's Guide T 38 SyncMaster 172MP 2. TV Screen For detailed information on Screen Adjustment in TV mode, refer to TV Screen Adjustment Animation Clips. Screen Adjustment in TV mode does not affect the PC screen at all. You can use this function only if your monitor - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display 2. TV Screen User's Guide T 39 SyncMaster 172MP Channel The channel system can be set in several different ways. 1) ANT / CATV Select a channel system that is being used in your region. • STD • - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
User's Guide T 40 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display SyncMaster 172MP 3. Video Screen For detailed screen at all. You can use this function only if your monitor is not connected to a TV tuner box. Picture Controls Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color and Tint of the Video image. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
User's Guide T 41 Adjusting Your LCD Monitor - On-Screen Display SyncMaster 172MP 4. DTV / DVD(Component) Control See Screen Adjustment Animation Clips in DTV mode for detailed instructions on how to adjust the screen in DTV mode. Adjusting the screen in DTV mode does not affect the image on your - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
Troubleshooting - Check before Calling for Service User's Guide T 42 Check the following items yourself before calling for service. Contact the service center for problems that you cannot solve by yourself. Self-Test Feature Check | Video mode not supported | Display Adapter Driver | Maintenance - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
Troubleshooting - Check before Calling for Service User's Guide T 43 3. Display Adapter Driver Display adapter refers to the computer video card driver. If the adapter is not properly set, you cannot adjust resolution, frequency or color and you cannot install the monitor driver. 1. Checking - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
Troubleshooting - Check before Calling for Service User's Guide T 44 5. Symptoms and Recommended Actions A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is trouble with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
Troubleshooting - Problems and Solutions User's Guide T 45 The following table lists possible problems and their solutions. 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 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
Guide T 46 Troubleshooting - Problems and Solutions 2. Problems related to Screen Problems related to the monitor screen and their solutions are listed. Problems Screen is blank and power indicator is off "Check Signal Cable" message "Video mode not supported recommended ranges. 15 inch model ( - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
or software program. z Adjust the Treble and Bass to appropriate level. 4. Problems related to Remote Control Problems related to the remote control and their solutions are listed. Problems The remote control buttons do not respond. Items to check z Check the battery polarities (+/-). z Check - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) Windows XP: Reset resolution by clicking Control /Computer Manual). How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
Specifications - General Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. General Model Name SyncMaster 152MP LCD Panel Size 15.0 inch (Diagonal) Display Stand is foled) 358.6 x 51.0 x 350.6 mm / 3.45 kg (Without stand) User's Guide T 49 SyncMaster 152MP - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
's Guide T 50 Specifications - General Specifications SyncMaster 152MP VESA monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor it without uneasiness. The number of TFT LCD pixels : z 15 inch: 2,359,296 z 17 inch: 3,932,160 z 18 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
Guide T 51 Specifications - PowerSaver SyncMaster 152MP 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 Black 2W This monitor is EPA - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
User's Guide T 52 Specifications - Preset Timing Modes SyncMaster 152MP 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 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
Specifications - General Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. General Model Name SyncMaster 172MP LCD Panel Size 17.0 inch (diagonal) When Stand is foled) 412.0 x 58.5 x 407.5 mm / 4.85kg (without foleded) User's Guide T 53 SyncMaster 172MP - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
User's Guide T 54 Specifications - General Specifications SyncMaster 172MP monitor and computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor it without uneasiness. The number of TFT LCD pixels : z 15 inch: 2,359,296 z 17 inch: 3,932,160 z 18 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
Specifications - PowerSaver User's Guide T 55 SyncMaster 172MP 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 2W This monitor is EPA - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
Specifications - Preset Timing Modes User's Guide - 56 SyncMaster 172MP If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
User's Guide T 57 Information - Service Center AUSTRALIA : Samsung Electronics Australia Pty Ltd. Customer Response Centre 7 Parkview Drive, Homebush Bay NSW 2127 Tel : 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com.au/ BRAZIL : Samsung Eletronica da Amazonia Ltda. R. Prof. Manoelito de Ornellas, 303, Terro - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
Information - Service Center User's Guide T 58 THAILAND : HAI SAMSUNG SERVICE CENTER MPA COMPLEX BUILDING,1st-2nd Floor 175 SOI SUEKSA VIDHAYA SATHON SOI 12 SILOM ROAD ,SILOM,BANGRAK BANGKOK 10500 TEL : 0-2635-2567 FAX : 0-2635-2556 UKRAINE : SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN UKRAINE 4 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Guide T 59 Sync Signal Sync (Synchronized) Signals refer to the standard signals that are required to display desired colors on the monitor. 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 - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
Guide pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC the instructions, may Problems helpful Samsung 3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA Tel) 949-975-7310 Fax) 949-922-8301 Warning User must use shielded signal interface cables to maintain FCC compliance for the product. Provided with this monitor - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment.The main problem as far as monitors and other electronic equipment are concerned is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
User's Guide T 62 Information - Regulatory What does labelling involve? This product meets the requirements for the TCO'95 scheme, which provides for international environmental labelling of monitors. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation of - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
User's Guide T 63 Information - Regulatory TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
User's Guide T 64 Information - Regulatory Cadmium** Cadmium is present in rechargeable 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 Mercury - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
User's Guide T 64 Information - Regulatory TCO'03-Ecological requirements for personal computers order to improve the working environment for the user and to reduce sight and strain problems. Important parameters are luminance, contrast, resolution, reflectance, colour rendition and image stability. - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
Guide T 65 One of the recent problems in using a computer is that the color of the images printed out by a printer or other images scanned by a scanner or a digital camera are not the same as those shown on the monitor manually, insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor Setting]/[Control Panel] - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
Guide T 65 Information - For Better Display For Better Display 1. Adjust computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) in control example, the number of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 2,359,296. 3. When you clean the monitor and the panel outside, please apply - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
is not from bad quality and you can use it without uneasiness. { For 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 apply the recommended small amount of cleaner by using soft and dry cloth - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
Guide T 665 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2003 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 Partner, Samsung Electronics Co - Samsung 172MP | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
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SyncMaster 172MP/152MP