SyncMaster 551S/551V/551Mv
Main > Index Main Page On-Screen Display Safety Instructions Troubleshooting Notational Check List Power Q&A Installation Self-Test Feature Check Cleaning Other Introduction Specifications Unpacking General Specifications Front Preset Timing Modes Rear PowerSaver Bottom Setup Information Connecting Your Monitor Service Installing the Monitor Driver Terms Automatic Regulatory Manual Authority Base Installation
Main > Safety Instructions > Notational Notational Power Installation Clean Other Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment.
Main > Safety Instructions > 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. z Notational Power 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 damage to the fluorescent substance on the inside of the CRT. Installation Clean Other Do not use a damaged or loose plug. z This may cause an electric shock or fire.
Main > Safety Instructions > Installation Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. z Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Notational Power Installation Clean Other 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 when moving it. z This may cause damage to the product or human body. Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface. z The monitor can cause injury by falling.
Main > Safety Instructions > Clean Notational Power Installation Clean Other When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the CRT, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not clean Flat monitor with water. Use a water-diluted mild detergent. (Some detergents contain significant amounts of alcohol-based solvents, which can damage (color change) or crack the monitor case. The antiglare/anti-static surface coating on the CRT may also be affected.
Main > Safety Instructions > Other Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside. z z Notational This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Power Installation Clean Other If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service. z This may cause an electric shock or a fire.
Keep the monitor away from any magnetic substances. z This may cause discoloring or distortion of the image.
SyncMaster 551S/551V Monitor and Stand Power Cord Unpacking Stand Front Rear Bottom Quick Setup Guide (Some models include a stand attached. ) Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
SyncMaster 551Mv Monitor and Stand Power Cord Unpacking Front Stand Rear Bottom Quick Setup Guide (Some models include a stand attached. ) Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Unpacking Front Rear Bottom 1. Exit button Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD. 2,3. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. 4. Menu button Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item. 5. Power indicator This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the monitor saves your adjustments. Use this button to turn the monitor on and off. 6.
Unpacking Front Rear Bottom (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port 2. Signal Cable Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
Unpacking Front Rear Bottom 1. Signal Cable 2. Power port 3. Tilt/Swivel Base Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. You can separate the base from the monitor.
SyncMaster 551S/551V Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation 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 video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. 3. If you are using a Macintosh computer, connect the cable to a Macintosh adapter, and set the pins on your adapter(Adapter not included).
SyncMaster 551Mv 1. Setup-General | 2. Setup-For Multimedia model | 3. Multimedia Speaker Stand Connecting Your Monitor 1. Setup-General Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation 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 end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or graphics card). 3.
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord. 2. Connect the end of the signal cable to your computer's video port(video board, video card or graphics card). 3. Connect one end of a sound cable to the Stereo Output jack on your sound card or computer.Connect the other end of the cable to the Stereo Input jack on the back of the monitor stand Connect one end of the other sound cable to the Mic Input jack on your sound card or computer.
When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you have. Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. z Internet web site : http://www.samsung-monitor.com/ (WorldWide) http://www.
4. Click the "Install" button in the "Warning" window. 5. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo,and this installation don't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor Homepage http://www.samsung-monitor.com/. 6. Monitor driver installation is completed.
Connecting Your Monitor Windows XP | Windows 2000 | Windows Me | Windows NT | Linux When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operating system to another. Follow the directions as appropriate for the operating system you have. Installing the Monitor Driver Base Installation Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here.
5. Click "Update Driver.." and select "Install from a list or.." then click "Next" button. 6. Select "Don't search ,I will.." then click "Next" and then click "Have disk". 7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the model list and click the "Next" button. 8. If you can see following "Message" window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button.
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. 1. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window. 2. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window. 3. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open" button and then click "OK" button. How to install 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Click "Start" , "Setting" , "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" Icon.
Microsoft® Windows® NT Operating System 1. Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, and then double-click Display icon. 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 colors and Vertical frequency) and then click OK. 4. Click Apply button if you see the screen working normally after clicking Test.
To execute X-Window, you need to make the X86Config file, which is a type of system setting file. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press Enter at the first and the second screen after executing the X86Config file. The third screen is for setting your mouse. Set a mouse for your computer. The next screen is for selecting a keyboard. Set a Keyboard for your computer. The next screen is for setting your monitor. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) 8.
Tilt/Swivel Base | Attaching and Removing the Base Connecting Your Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Base Installation Note: The base is detachable. If your monitor was supplied with the base detached, attach the base as follows. Remove the twist-tie before attaching the base to the monitor.
Attaching the Base 1. 2. 3. 4. Place the monitor upside-down on a flat work surface. Align the tabs on the base with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor. Press the base onto the monitor until the tabs are fully engaged in the slots. Push the base toward the front of the monitor until the release latch clicks into the locked position. * Do not bend the snap. Removing the Base 5. Squeeze and pull up on the release latch on the base. 6.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Brightness Adjust the Brightness. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Brightness screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Brightness adjustment screen. Use the + button to increase the brightness or - button to decrease the brightness. Contrast Adjust the Contrast. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Contrast screen is displayed.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust H-Position Follow these instructions to change the Position of the monitor’s entire display. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the H-Position screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the H-Position adjustment screen. Use the - and + buttons to change the Horizontal position of the monitor’s viewing area. V-Position Follow these instructions to change the Position of the monitor’s entire display.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust H-Size Follow these instructions to change the Size of the monitor’s entire display. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the H-Size screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the H-Size adjustment screen. Use the - and + buttons to change the Horizontal Size of the monitor’s viewing area. V-Size Follow these instructions to change the Size of the monitor’s entire display.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Pincushion Adjust the pincushion setting when the sides of the display are bowed in or bowed out With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Pincushion screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Pincushion adjustment screen. Use the - button or + button to adjust the pincushion setting. Trapezoid Adjust the trapezoid setting when the top or bottom of the display is too large or small.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Parallelogram Adjust the parallelogram setting when the display is leaning left or right. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Geometry screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the Parallelogram screen appears. Push the menu button to open the Parallelogram adjustment screen. Use the - button or + button to adjust the parallel setting.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust V-Linearity Adjust the linearity setting when the display image is compressed at the left, right or top, bottom. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Geometry screen is displayed. Push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the V-Linearity screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the V-Linearity adjustment screen. Use the - button or + button to adjust the vertical linearity.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust H-Moire A “Moiré” pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs. To eliminate this pattern, use the clear moiré adjustments. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Advanced screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the H-Moire screen appears. Push the menu button to open the H-Moire adjustment screen.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Video Input Level Some video cards use video signals higher than 1.0V which causes the display to be very bright. For those video cards, use this feature to select the 1.0V Level. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or +button until the Advanced screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the Video Input Level screen appears.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Zoom Follow these instructions to get a close-up or a longshot view of the monitor’s viewing area. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Zoom screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Zoom adjustment screen. Use the - button to decrease the screen viewing area. Use the + button to enlarge the screen viewing area.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Degauss The Degauss feature will remove color impurities caused by magnetic fields. You can use this function to turn on the power of the monitor or change the power saving mode to the normal mode. Do not use the Degauss feature more than once within a 30-minute period. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Degauss screen is displayed. Push the menu button to execute the degauss function.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Display Timing The information on this screen shows Display Timing , User Timing and Factory Timing. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Display Timing screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Display Timing adjustment screen. Use the - button to see user control mode and thedefault mode.
SyncMaster 551S/551V Main > Troubleshooting > Check List 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 the warranty card, the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer. Check List Q&A Self-Test Feature Check Symptom No images on the screen. I cannot turn on the monitor.
The screen shows strange colors or just black and white. The screen suddenly has become unbalanced. Is the screen displaying only one color as if looking at the screen through a cellophane paper? Check the signal cable connection. Have the screen colors become strange after running a program or due to a crash between applications? Reboot the computer. Has the video card been set properly? Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.
5. If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the Display Adapter at the "Control Panel, System, Device Administrator" and then reboot the computer to reinstall the adapter (video) driver. Note: If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.
SyncMaster 551Mv 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 the warranty card, the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer. Check List Q&A Self-Test Feature Check General | For Multimedia model General Symptom No images on the screen. I cannot turn on the monitor.
The screen shows strange colors or just black and white. The screen suddenly has become unbalanced. Is the screen displaying only one color as if looking at the screen through a cellophane paper? Check the signal cable connection. Have the screen colors become strange after running a program or due to a crash between applications? Reboot the computer. Has the video card been set properly? Set the video card by referring to the video card manual.
keeping a certain distance from the speaker. The sound is too thick. Re-adjust Bass and Treble. The microphone is not working. Check to see if the connection cord of the microphone is connected properly and then try again. The sound card in your computer should support the microphone input function. Otherwise, change your sound card or use a microphone provided with your computer. The sound is distorted. Turn the volume down. Place a magazine or a pad under the stand of your monitor.
Main > Troubleshooting > Q & A Question How can I change the frequency? Check List Q&A Answer Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) Self-Test Feature Check How can I adjust the resolution? Windows ME/XP/2000: Set the resolution at the Control Panel, Display, Settings. * Contact the video card manufacturer for details.
Main > Troubleshooting > Self-Test Feature Check Self-Test Feature Check Check List | Warning Messages | Environment | Useful Tips Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Q&A Self-Test Feature Check 1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor. 2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 3. Turn on the monitor. If your monitor works normally, the following screen appears.
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General Model Name General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes SyncMaster 551s Picture Tube Type 15"(38cm) Full square type (35cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.24mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask.
General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes 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 when you move the computer's mouse or press a key on the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
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 adjust the screen as follows. General Table 1. Preset Timing Modes PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.
General Model Name General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes SyncMaster 551v Picture Tube Type 15"(38cm) Full square type (35cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.24mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask/Glare.
General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes 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 when you move the computer's mouse or press a key on the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
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 adjust the screen as follows. General Table 1. Preset Timing Modes PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.
Main > Specifications > General General Model Name General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes SyncMaster 551Mv Picture Tube Type 15"(38cm) Full square type (35cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.24mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask/Glare.
(RMS) S/N(;Signal to Noise) Ratio 55dB Input Level 500mV Frequency Response 180Hz ~ 20,000Hz Power Supply DC (Adapter) 12V / 1A Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Main > Specifications > PowerSaver General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes 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 when you move the computer's mouse or press a key on the keyboard.
Main > Specifications > 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 adjust the screen as follows. General Table 1. Preset Timing Modes Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.
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Information > Terms Dot Pitch Service The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The distance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: mm Terms Vertical Frequency Regulatory The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user. The frequency of this repetition per second is called Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.
Main > Information > Regulatory FCC Information | IC Compliance Notice | MPR II Compliance(Except SyncMaster 551v) | European Notice (Europe only) | PCT Notice | VCCI | TCO'95-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only) TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO applied model only) Service Terms Regulatory Authority FCC Information User Instructions The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following warning: Note:
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (92/31/EEC), (93/68/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: z EN55022:1998 - Radio Frequency Interference z EN55024:1998 - Electromagnetic Immunity z EN61000-3-2:1995+A1+A2 - Power Line Harmonics z EN61000-3-3:1995 - Voltage Fluctuations z EN60950 - Product Safety.
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Why do we have environmentally labelled computers? In 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 computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture.
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