SyncMaster 2033M LCD TV Monitor User Manual
Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 INSTALLING THE PRODUCT Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Installing the Stand . . . .
1 Major Safety Precautions 1-1 Before You Start Icons used in this manual ICON NAME MEANING Caution Indicates cases where the function may not work or the setting may be canceled. Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function. Using this Manual • Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product. • If a problem occurs, refer to the 'Troubleshooting' section.
1-2 Care and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Avoid cleaning 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. • Avoid scratching the screen with your fingernails or a sharp object. • Avoid cleaning the product by spraying water onto it. If water enters the product, it may result in fire, electric shock or a problem with the product.
1-3 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME Warning Caution MEANING Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or even a fatality. Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or property damage. Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Must be followed. Do not disassemble. The power plug must be unplugged from the wall outlet. Do not touch. Must be grounded to prevent electric shock.
Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Make sure to use only the power cord supplied 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. • When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Connect the power plug to a wall outlet that can be easily reached.
Avoid installing the product where children may reach it. • • If a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury. Bend the outdoor antenna cable downwards at the location where it comes in the house so that rainwater does not flow in. • If rainwater enters the product, it may result in electric shock or fire. Since the front part is heavier, install the product on a flat and stable surface. Install the antenna far away from any high voltage cables.
Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel coming off. If you can't get the product clean with just the supplied cloth, use a soft, damp cloth with a "monitor-exclusive cleansing agent" and wipe the product with it. • When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean the product with the supplied cleaning cloth.
Avoid moving the product by pulling the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable. When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the product or the power plug and ventilate immediately. • A spark may result in an explosion or fire. • During a thunder or lighting storm, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. Avoid lifting up or moving the product by holding only the power cord or signal cable.
Keep the small accessories in a location out of the reach of children. Take care when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand. • If your hand or finger is caught, you may be injured. • If the product is tilted excessively, the product may fall and this may result in injury. Avoid placing a heavy object over the product. When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high. • • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury.
2 Installing the Product 2-1 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.
2-2 Installing the Stand Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth face down. Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand in the direction shown by the figure. Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that it is completely fixed. - Caution Do not lift the product holding only the stand.
2-3 Removing the Stand Before removing the stand, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen faces downwards. Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product face down. Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand to separate it. - Caution Do not lift the product holding only the stand.
2-4 Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand(not supplied) This product complies with 75 mm x 75 mm (2.95 x 2.95 inches) VESA specifications. A. Wall/Desktop Stand Mount B. Wall mount kit/desktop stand (not supplied) 1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2. Place a soft cloth or cushion on a flat surface to protect the panel and place the product face down. 3.
2-5 Connecting to a Computer 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. When the graphics card provides a D-Sub (analog) output • Connect the [PC IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable. When the graphics card provides a DVI (digital) output • Connect the [DVI-D IN] port of the product to the [DVI] port of the PC with the DVI cable.
2. Connect the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] port on the rear side of the monitor to the sound card of the PC. 3. Connect one end of the power cord to the [ POWER ] port of the product and connect the other end of the power cord to the 110V or 220V wall outlet. (The input voltage is switched automatically.) • You may enjoy clear and quality sound from the computer sound card using the monitor's speakers. (You don't need to install separate speakers for your computer.
2-6 Using it as a TV You may view television programs on the monitor if it is connected to an antenna or cable/satellite system without installing any separate TV reception hardware or software on your computer. 1. Connect the cable/satellite or TV antenna cable to the [ANT IN] port on the rear side of the monitor. • When using an indoor antenna/cable/satellite terminal: Check the antenna terminal on the wall and then connect the antenna/cable/satellite TV cable.
2-7 Connecting an HDMI cable Connect the HDMI OUT port of the AV device (Blu-Ray/DVD/Cable/Satellite box) to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using the HDMI cable. Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select mode. You do not need to make a separate audio connection when connecting via HDMI.
2-8 Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable 1. Connect the DVI output terminal of an external device to the [HDMI IN] terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable. 2. Connect the red and white plugs of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite plug to the [HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO IN] terminal of the product. Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select mode.
2-9 Connecting a Component cable 1. Connect the VIDEO OUT port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box) to the [COMPONENT IN [PR, PB, Y]] input ports using a component video cable [PR, PB,Y]. 2. Connect the audio port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box) to the [COMPONENT IN [[R-AUDIO-L]] port of the monitor. Press the [SOURCE] button at the front of the monitor or on the remote control to select the mode.
2-10 Connecting AV Devices 1. Connect the port of the AV device (DVD/VCR/Cable/Satellite box/Camcorder) to the [AV IN [ R-AUDIO-L ] port of the product. 2. Connect the video output terminal of the AV device and the [AV IN [VIDEO]] of the monitor using a video cable. 3. Select using the [SOURCE] button on the remote. The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If not, check your local electronics store.
2-11 Connecting to an Amplifier Connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)] terminal of your monitor to the optical input of your amplifier using an optical cable. 2-11 • If no sound is emitted from the monitor, you need to use an amplifier. • For information on how to connect a speaker and amplifier, refer to the respective user manuals provided by their manufacturers.
2-12 Connecting Headphones Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal.
2-13 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. You have to purchase the locking device separately. Locking the product 1.
3 Using the Product 3-1 Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. 1. Press the [POWER • ] button on the remote control. You can also use the [ ] button on the TV. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the language, then press the [ installing this TV in your home> is displayed. ] button. The message
3-2 Viewing the Control panel ICON DESCRIPTION Use this button to select a function. Signals other than the TV signal can only be selected if the corresponding device is connected. The order in which the TV/external input signal changes. →→→→→ Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the adjustment menu. , +/- Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected menu values. Adjusts the audio volume.
3-3 Remote Control The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device operating near the product, causing a malfunction due to interference with the frequency. POWER Turns the product On/Off. TV Selects the TV mode directly. Number Buttons PRE-CH Press to change the channel. This button is used to return to the previous channel viewed. : Press to select additional channels (digital) being broadcast by the same station.
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the +and - ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3. Close the cover. Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won't be using the remote control for a long time.
3-4 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure TOP MENUS SUB MENUS Picture MagicBright Contrast Brightness Sharpness Auto Adjustment [PC / DVI] Screen Picture Options Reset Picture Mode Backlight Contrast Brightness Sharpness [TV / AV / Component / HDMI] Color Tint (G/R) Advanced Settings Picture Options Reset Sound Mode Equalizer Multi-Track Sound Auto Volume Speaker Select Sound Select Channel Air
The default setting may be different depending on the selected Input Mode (input signal source selected in External Input List) and the selected resolution. MENU MagicBright DESCRIPTION is a feature providing an optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently five different modes are available: , , , and . Each mode has its own pre-configured brightness value.
MENU Picture Options DESCRIPTION • The tone of the color can be changed. Available in / mode only. • • - < G-Gain > - Adjusts the individual R, G, B (Red, Green, Blue) color controls. • You can switch the Size. • Reset - - - <16:9> - <4:3> Picture parameters are replaced with the factory default values.
MENU Advanced Settings DESCRIPTION Samsung‘s new TVs allow you to make even more precise picture settings than previous models. See below to adjust detailed picture settings. is available in or mode. • - You can select the level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. • • - - - - You can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided.
MENU Picture Options DESCRIPTION • The tone of the color can be changed. • • - - - • or is only activated when the picture mode is . • Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have connected to an input of the TV. You can switch the Size. The direct button on the remote control is [P.SIZE] button. • <16:9> - Adjusts the picture size to 16:9 appropriate for DVDs or wide broadcasting.
MENU Picture Options DESCRIPTION • You can directly select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. This function is active only when the external device is connected via . The function may not be compatible with all external devices. • • - The feature offers you a theater-quality viewing experience. is supported in , (480i / 1080i) and (1080i).
MENU Multi-Track Sound DESCRIPTION • Choose for channels that are broadcasting in mono or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal. • Choose for channels that are broadcasting in stereo. • Choose to listen to the Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign-language translation. Press the [TOOLS] button to display the Tools menu. You can also set the by selecting → .
MENU Air / Cable DESCRIPTION Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system). STD, HRC and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems. Contact your local cable company to identify the type of cable system that exists in your particular area. At this point, the signal source has been selected.
Setup MENU DESCRIPTION Plug & Play This brings up the menu items that appeared when you first plugged in the TV. Language You can set the menu language. The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD.
MENU Time DESCRIPTION • Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. The current time will appear every time you press the [INFO] button. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. You can set the month, day, year, hour and minute directly by pressing the number buttons on the remote control. • The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time. • - <30 min.> - <60 min.> - <90 min.
MENU Change PIN Caption DESCRIPTION You can change your personal ID number that is required to set up the TV. • (On-Screen Text Messages) Melody • Before the setup screen appears, the PIN number input screen appears. Enter your 4 digit PIN number. • The default PIN number of a new TV set is ‘0-0-0-0’. • If you forget the PIN code, press the remote control buttons in the following sequence, which resets the PIN to ‘0-0-0-0’: (Off), , 8, 2, 4, (On).
MENU AV Color System DESCRIPTION Normally the TV can receive image and sound with good quality when in the mode . This mode detects the signal color system automatically. In case of some signal reception with color unsatisfactory, select the Mode to , or . • PIP - - - You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously watch the TV tuner and one extemal video source.
Input MENU Source List DESCRIPTION Use to select , or an external input source connected to the Monitor.Use to select the screen of your choice. You can use the [SOURCE] button on the remote control. • Edit Name - - - - - Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier.
When following the connection above, the Optical jack only outputs 2 channel audio. You will only hear sound from the Home Theatre‘s Front Left and Right speakers and the subwoofer. If you want to hear 5.1 channel audio, connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)] jack on the DVD / Satellite Box (ie Anynet Device 1 or 2) directly to the Amplifier or Home Theatre, not the TV. Connect only one Home Theatre. You can connect an device using the HDMI 1.3 cable.
MENU Auto Turn Off DESCRIPTION Setting an Device to turn Off automatically when the TV is turned off. The active source on the TV remote must be set to TV to use the function. If you set Auto Turn Off to Yes, connected external devices are also turned off when the TV is turned off. If an external device is still recording, it may or may not turn off. Searching Connections Using the Product The message is displayed.
3-5 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 supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit the Samsung Electronics website (www.samsung.com), and download the driver. 1. Insert the driver installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click on Windows Driver. 3. Select the model of your product from the model list. 4.
3-6 Standard Signal Mode Table An LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike a CDT monitor. 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.
AV Timing (HDMI and Component input) RESOLUTION SCAN VERTICAL FREQUENCY (HZ) INPUT SOURCE 720 x 240 Progressive 60Hz Component 720 x 480 Interlaced 60Hz Component, HDMI 720 x 480 Progressive 60Hz Component, HDMI 720 x 576 Interlaced 50Hz Component, HDMI 1440 x 480 Progressive 50Hz Component, HDMI 1440 x 576 Interlaced 60Hz HDMI 1280 x 720 Interlaced 50Hz HDMI 1280 x 720 Progressive 50Hz Component, HDMI 1920 x 1080 Progressive 60Hz Component, HDMI 1920 x 1080 Interlac
4 Installing the Software 4-1 Natural Color What is Natural Color ? This software is for Samsung products only and enables you to adjust the displayed colors on the product so they more closely match the colors of printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1). Natural Color is provided online. You can download it from the website below and install; http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/learningresources/monitor/naturalcolorexpert/pop_download.
4-2 MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enables you to partition multiple sections on the Monitor. 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. 3. When the Installation Wizard appears, click [Next]. 4.
5 Troubleshooting 5-1 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. 1. Turn the product and the PC off. 2. Remove the D-Sub cable from the product. 3. Turn the product on. 4. If the product is working properly, the message appears.
5-2 Before Requesting Service Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Center. PROBLEMS RELATED TO INSTALLATION (PC MODE) The monitor screen flickers. Check if the signal cable between the computer and the monitor is securely connected and tightened. (Refer to Connecting to a Computer) PROBLEMS RELATED TO SCREEN Screen is blank and power indicator is off.
NOTE ON THE PRODUCT APPEARANCE You may see small particles if you look closely at the edge of the bezel surrounding the screen. Troubleshooting This is part of the product's design and is not a defect.
5-3 FAQ FAQ PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! How can I change the frequency of the video signal? You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. How can I change the resolution? Windows XP: Change the resolution by selecting Control Panel (For more information, refer to the User Manual of the computer or the graphics card.) →Appearance and Themes→Display→Settings. Windows ME/2000 : Change the resolution by selecting Control Panel →Appearance and Themes→Display→Settings.
6 More Information 6-1 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Synchronization Screen Size 20 inches (50 cm) Display Area 442.8 mm (H) x 249.2 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.2768 mm (H) x 0.2768 mm (V) Horizontal 30~81 kHz Vertical 56~75 Hz Color Resolution 2033M 16.7M Optimal Resolution 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz (RB) Maximum Resolution 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz (RB) RGB analog, DVI (Digital Visual Interface) Input Signal, Terminated 0.7 Vp-p ± 5 % Separate Type H/V Sync, Composite TTL Level (V high ≥ 2.
6-2 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode. When the product is in power saving mode, the power is not turned off and you can turn the screen on again by pressing any key or clicking the mouse.
6-3 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Country Customer Care Center Web Site ARGENTINA 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com/ar BRAZIL 0800-124-421 http://www.samsung.com/br 4004-0000 CHILE 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/cl COLOMBIA 01-8000112112 http://www.samsung.com.co COSTA RICA 0-800-507-7267 http://www.samsung.com/latin ECUADOR 1-800-10-7267 http://www.samsung.
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