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Samsung SyncMaster S20A550H User Manual

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The color and the appearance may differ depending on the
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  • Page 1: User Manual

    SyncMaster S20A550H,S23A550H,S27A550H 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. Downloaded from ManualMonitor.com Manuals...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Power Saving Function ........6-6 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE ......6-7 Correct Disposal of This Product ...

  • 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: Custody And Maintenance

    Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Do not clean 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: Cleaning The Monitor

    Cleaning the Monitor Cleaning the Monitor • The panel and exterior of the cutting-edge monitor scratch easily and require careful attention. Clean the monitor according to the following steps. 1. Power off the monitor and PC. 2. Disconnect the power cable from the monitor. To avoid electric shock, be sure you disconnect the cable by gripping the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME MEANING Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injury or Warning even a fatality. Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a personal injury or Caution property damage.

  • Page 7: Installation Related

    Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the Make sure to use only the power cord supplied product is operating. by our company. In addition, do not use the power cord of another electric appliance. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock.

  • Page 8: Cleaning Related

    Caution Do not let the product drop while moving it. Do not place the product face down on the floor. • This may result in a problem with the product or injury. • This may damage the panel of the product. When installing the product on a console or When putting the product down, handle it shelf, make sure that the front of the product...

  • Page 9: Usage Related

    Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto When cleaning the product, disconnect the the product. power cord and clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel •...
  • Page 10 Avoid moving the product by pulling the power When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the cord or antenna cable. product or the power plug and ventilate immediately. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to •...
  • Page 11 Be careful that adaptor should not be in contact Watching the product from too close a distance with water and therefore not be wet. continuously may damage your eyesight. • This may cause a malfunction, electric shock or fire. Do not use adaptor by the waterside or outside particularly when it rains or snows.

  • Page 12: 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. Monitor Contents Product Warranty Installation Manual User Manual D-Sub Cable...

  • Page 13: 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 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 fully so that it is completely fixed.
  • Page 14 Plug the data cable and power cable into corresponding ports in the monitor. Organize the installed data cable and power cable in the stand. Put each cable into the groove along the stand. Reinstall the back cover of the stand. Make sure that each cable is inside the stand. Install cover rear sub and hide all cable connections under it.
  • Page 15 - Caution There is sharp edge in the stand,please caution. - Caution Avoiding lifting the monitor by the stand when it is lying face down. - Caution Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand. • Disassembly is in the reverse order of the assembly. •...

  • Page 16: Connecting With A Pc

    Connecting with a PC The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. • When the graphics card provides D-Sub (<Analog>) output • Connect the [RGB IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable.
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  • Page 18: Connecting An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting an HDMI cable 1. Connect the HDMI output port of your digital output device to the [HDMI IN] port of the product using the HDMI cable. The [HDMI IN] terminal is supplied for the HDMI-dedicated models only. Installing the Product Downloaded from ManualMonitor.com Manuals...

  • Page 19: Kensington Lock

    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 for more information.

  • Page 20: Using The Product

    Using the product Setting the Optimal Resolution If you turn the power on after purchasing the product, a message regarding the optimal resolution setting appears on the screen. Select a language and the optimal resolution. ▲/▼ : You can select a language with these buttons. MENU : If you press this button, the message disappears.

  • Page 21: Standard Signal Mode Table

    Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture quality when viewed under the optimal resolution setting. The optimal resolution is dependent on the screen size. 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 22: Setting The Optimal Resolution

    Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture quality when viewed under the optimal resolution setting. The optimal resolution is dependent on the screen size. 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 23 Horizontal Frequency The time taken to scan one line from the left-most position to the right-most position on the screen is called the horizontal cycle and the reciprocal of the horizontal cycle is called the horizontal frequency. The horizontal frequency is represented in kHz. Vertical Frequency A panel must display the same picture on the screen tens of times every second so that humans can see the picture.

  • Page 24: Standard Signal Mode Table

    Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture quality when viewed under the optimal resolution setting. The optimal resolution is dependent on the screen size. 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 25 Horizontal Frequency The time taken to scan one line from the left-most position to the right-most position on the screen is called the horizontal cycle and the reciprocal of the horizontal cycle is called the horizontal frequency. The horizontal frequency is represented in kHz. Vertical Frequency A panel must display the same picture on the screen tens of times every second so that humans can see the picture.

  • Page 26: 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-ROM supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit a service center or Samsung Electronics website(http://www.samsung.com/), and download the driver. 1. Insert the driver installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

  • Page 27: Product Operating Buttons

    Product Operating Buttons Product Operating Buttons • Press one of the buttons on the monitor. OSD Guide will appear on the screen. • If you press a button on the front of the monitor, an OSD Guide will display showing the function of the button before the menu for the pressed button appears.
  • Page 28 ICON DESCRIPTION AUTO Press [AUTO] button to adjust the screen settings automatically This function is only available in Analog mode. If the resolution settings are changed in the Display Properties, the AUTO adjustment func- tion is performed. Press this button to turn the product on or off •...

  • Page 29: 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 Sub Menus MAGIC Brightness Contrast Sharpness Response Time PICTURE HDMI Black Level Green Blue Color Tone Gamma COLOR Image Size H-Position V-Position Menu H-Position...
  • Page 30 Menu Description Sub items of <MAGIC> include: < Angle> / < Bright> / < Color>. • < Angle> This feature allows you to see optimal screen quality according to your viewing position. When viewing the screen at an angle from below, above or the side of the monitor, by setting the appropriate mode for each position you can obtain a similar picture quality as viewing the screen directly from the front.
  • Page 31 • < Color> Expresses natural colors more clearly without changing the picture quality using proprietary digital picture quality improvement technology developed by Samsung Electronics. • <Off> - Turns the < Color> function off. • <Demo> - You can compare the pictures processed by <...
  • Page 32 Menu Description Controls the contrast of the pictures displayed on the screen • This menu is unavailable when < Bright> is set to <Dynamic Contrast> or <Cinema> Contrast mode. • This menu is unavailable when < Color> is set to <Full> mode or <Intelligent> mode. Controls the clarity of details of pictures displayed on the screen •...
  • Page 33 Menu Description You can adjust the red color value of pictures according to your preference. This menu is unavailable when < Color> is set to <Full> mode or <Intelligent> mode. You can adjust the green color value of pictures according to your preference. Green This menu is unavailable when <...
  • Page 34 Menu Description Supplied for the wide models only such as 16:9 or 16:10. PC signals • <Auto> - The picture is displayed at the aspect ratio of the input signal. • <Wide> - The picture is displayed in full screen regardless of the aspect ratio of the input signal. •...
  • Page 35 Menu Description The <Eco Motion Sensor>, <Eco Light Sensor>, and <Eco Saving> options are displayed on the same menu page so that you can conveniently configure the power saving settings. There are two ways to access the ECO menu page. •...
  • Page 36 Menu Description • <Eco Light Sensor> The <Eco Saving> feature optimizes the view condition and contributes to power saving by adjusting the screen brightness depending on the ambient light intensity. • This menu is unavailable when < Bright> is set to <Dynamic Contrast> mode. •...
  • Page 37 Menu Description <Eco Icon Display> If the <Eco Icon Display> option is <On> and the <Eco Motion Sensor> and <Eco Light Sensor> are active, a pop-up guide will appear showing the operation status of the sensors. • The <Eco Motion Sensor> will activate power-saving mode if it is set to on and does not detect any movement for a specified time.
  • Page 38 Menu Description • <Energy Tree> • The amount of energy saved by the <Eco Motion Sensor>, <Eco Light Sensor>, and <Eco Saving> functions will accumulate and the progress can be viewed as a growing energy tree. The energy tree grows as the energy savings of the monitor accumulate. Accordingly, the tree's growth will also be affected by other functions that involve power consumption such as the brightness control function.
  • Page 39 Menu Description The OSD automatically disappears if no action is taken by the user. You can determine the time to wait before the OSD is hidden. Display Time • <5 sec> - <10 sec> - <20 sec> - <200 sec> Controls the repeat delay of a button.

  • Page 40: Installing The Software

    What is Natural Color ? This software works only for Samsung products and enables adjusting the displayed colors on the product and matches the colors on the product with the colors of the printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1).

  • Page 41: Magictune

    MagicTune What is MagicTune? MagicTune is a software program that helps with monitor adjustments by providing comprehensive descriptions of monitor functions and easy-to-understand guidelines. Users can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using the operating buttons of the product. MagicTune can not support clone mode.
  • Page 42 1. Click [Start] select [Settings], and select [Control Panel] from the menu. For Windows XP, click [Start], and select [Control Panel] from the menu. 2. Double-click the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in the Control Panel. 3. In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select MagicTune™so that it is highlighted. 4.

  • Page 43: Multiscreen

    MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections. 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 44: 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 45: 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. A blank screen appears / I cannot turn the product on Is the power cord connected properly? Check the connection status of the power cord.
  • Page 46 The color is weird / The picture is displayed in black and white Check the cable connection to the computer. Is the entire screen displayed in the same color as if viewing the screen through a cellophane paper? Reinsert the graphics card into the computer completely. Is the graphics card configured correctly? Set up the graphics card referring to the user manual.

  • Page 47: Faq

    FAQ! PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. Windows XP : Change the frequency by selecting Control → → → Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings → → Advanced Monitor, and then change the refresh rate under Monitor Settings.

  • Page 48: More Information

    More Information Specifications MODEL NAME S20A550H Size 20 inches (50 cm) Panel Display area 442.8 mm (H) x 249.08 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.27675 mm (H) x 0.27675 mm (V) Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Synchroniza- tion Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Optimum resolution...

  • Page 49: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key on the keyboard.

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Specifications MODEL NAME S23A550H Size 23 inches (58 cm) Panel Display area 509.76 mm (H) x 286.74 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.2655 mm (H) x 0.2655 mm (V) Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Synchroniza- tion Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Optimum resolution...

  • Page 51: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key on the keyboard.

  • Page 52: Specifications

    Specifications MODEL NAME S27A550H Size 27 inches (68 cm) Panel Display area 597.6 mm (H) x 336.15 mm (V) 0.31125 mm (H) x 0.31125 mm (V) Pixel Pitch Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Synchroniza- tion Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Optimum resolution...

  • Page 53: Power Saving Function

    Power Saving Function This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key on the keyboard.

  • Page 54: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE •If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. NORTH AMERICA U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com LATIN AMERICA ARGENTINA 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 55 2. 021.206.01.10 – din orice reţea, tarif normal SERBIA 0700 Samsung (0700 726 7864) http://www.samsung.com SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 678) http://www.samsung.com SWEDEN 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) http://www.samsung.com SWITZERLAND 0848-SAMSUNG (7267864, CHF 0.08/ http://www.samsung.com/ch min) http://www.samsung.com/ch_fr (French)
  • Page 56 UKRAINE 0-800-502-000 http://www.samsung.com/ua http://www.samsung.com/ua_ru UZBEKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com ASIA PACIFIC AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 786) http://www.samsung.com CHINA 400-810-5858 http://www.samsung.com 010-6475 1880 HONG KONG http://www.samsung.com/hk (852) 3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/ INDIA 3030 8282 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 57 AFRICA NIGERIA 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com More Information Downloaded from ManualMonitor.com Manuals...

  • Page 58: Correct Disposal Of This Product  (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe Only

    Correct Disposal of This Product  (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.

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