SyncMaster 2693HM/2493HM LCD Monitor User Manual imagine the possibilities
Safety Instructions Notational Note Please read the following safety instructions as they are designed to prevent damage to property and harm to the user. Warning / Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment.
Safety Instructions Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon them, which could cause damage. • This may cause electric shock or fire. Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to one outlet. • This may cause fire. Do not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor. • A surge may be caused by the separation and may damage the monitor. Do not use the power cord when the connector or plug is dusty.
Safety Instructions Do not place the product on the floor. • Take care, as someone, specifically children may trip over it. TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF FIRE, KEEP CANDLES OR OTHER OPEN FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES. • Otherwise, this may cause fire. Keep any heating devices away from the power cable. • A melted coating may cause electric shock or fire. Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a bookshelf, closet, etc.
Safety Instructions Do not spray water or detergent directly onto the monitor. • This may cause damage, electric shock or fire. Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth. If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly using a dry cloth. • A dirty connector may cause electric shock or fire. Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product. • Otherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.
Safety Instructions Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. • This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to the cable. Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. • This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to the cable. Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. • Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.
Safety Instructions Viewing the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in damage to your eyesight. To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of using the monitor. Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location prone to vibrations. • Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or the person carrying it.
Safety Instructions • Adjust the monitor angle so that there is no reflected light on the screen. Try to maintain your arms perpendicular to your armpits. • Keep your arms level with the back of your hands. • Keep the angle of the elbow perpendicular. • Keep the angle of the knees at more than 90 degree. Do not let your feet fall up from the floor. Adjust the arm position so that it is below the heart.
Introduction Package Contents Note Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Contact a local dealer to buy optional items.
Introduction Sold separately Stereo Cable USB Cable Others Cleaning Cloth Note This is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature. Your Monitor Initial Settings Select the language using the up or down key. The displayed content will disappear after 40 seconds. Turn the power button off and on. It will be displayed again. It can be displayed up to three (3) times. Make sure to adjust the resolution of your PC before reaching the maximum count.
Introduction Front Note Touch them lightly with your fingers to use them. MENU button [MENU/ ] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. Customized Key You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to your preferences. Note You can configure the Customized key for a required function via Setup > Customized Key. Volume button When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust volume.
Introduction Note If you select the digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the graphic card's DVI port using the DVI cable. >> Click here to see an animation clip AUTO button Use this button for auto adjustment. >> Click here to see an animation clip Power button [ ] Use this button for turning the monitor on and off. Power Indicator This light glows blue during normal operation, and blinking blue once as the monitor saves your adjustments.
Introduction POWER S/W Switch the monitor on and off. POWER IN Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER IN port on the back of the monitor. HDMI IN / DVI IN(HDCP) / RGB IN HDMI IN Connect the HDMI IN terminal at the back of your monitor to the HDMI terminal of your digital output device using a HDMI cable. DVI IN(HDCP) Connect the DVI cable to the DVI IN(HDCP) port on the back of your monitor. RGB IN Connect the RGB IN terminal at the back of your monitor to your computer.
Introduction Note To use DOWN (Downstream Port), you have to connect the PC. UP (Upstream Cable ) to the Make sure to use the USB cable supplied with this monitor to connect the monitor's and your computer's USB port. UP port Kensington Lock The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. (The locking device has to be purchased separately.) Note For using a locking device, contact where you purchase it.
Connections Connecting Cables Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER IN port on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. Use a connection appropriate for your computer. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. • Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub port on the back of your monitor. [RGB IN] Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card. • Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN(HDCP) Port on the back of your Monitor.
Connections Connecting Using a HDMI Cable 1. Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the HDMI IN terminal of the monitor using the HDMI cable. When all the connections are completed, connect the power cords for the monitor and DVD (or the device connected to the digital output terminal). Select HDMI using the SOURCE button. Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable 1. Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the HDMI IN terminal of the monitor using a DVI to HDMI cable. 2.
Connections The USB port of the monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0. Data Rate High speed Full speed Low speed 480 Mbps 12 Mbps 1.5 Mbps 2.5 W 2.5 W (Max., each port) (Max., each port) Power Consumption 2.5 W (Max., each port) 1. Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer with the USB cable. Note To use DOWN port, you have to connect the UP (Upstream Cable) to the PC.
Connections Note When connecting a device to the cable appropriate to the device. DOWN port of the monitor, connect the device using a (For the purchase of the cable and external devices, ask the service center of the corresponding product.) The company is not liable for problems or damages to an external device caused by using an unauthorized cable for the connection. Some products do not follow the USB standard, and it may cause a malfunction of the device.
Connections Tilt angle Using ( ), You can adjust the tilt angle within a range of 5° forward to 25° backward for the most comfortable viewing angle. Sliding stand / Pivot stand Stand Stopper Note When rotating the monitor screen, you should lift it to the maximum height of the stand and then lean the top backwards. Otherwise, the corners of the monitor screen may come into contact with the floor and become damaged.
Connections Monitor Mounting interface pad (Sold separately) 1. Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord. 2. Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the screen. 3. Remove four screws and then remove the stand from the LCD monitor. 4. Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with four screws that came with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other base.
Using the Software Monitor Driver Note 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 appropriate for the operating system you have. Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) 1.
Using the Software Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) Microsoft® Windows Vista™‚ Operating System 1. Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive. 2. Click 3. Click "Personalization" and then "Display Settings". 4. Click "Advanced Settings...". 5. Click "Properties" in the "Monitor" tab.
Using the Software Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. 6. Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab. 7. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer". 8. Click "Have Disk...” and select the folder (for example, D:\Drive) where the driver setup file is located, and click "OK".
Using the Software 9. Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next". 10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence.
Using the Software 1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click "Start" → "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon. 3. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced...". 4. Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. 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".
Using the Software 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. Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ 9.
Using the Software 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. Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel". 2. Double click the "Display" icon. 3.
Using the Software 4. Select the "Monitor" tab. 5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area. 6. Choose "Specify the location of the driver". 7. Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location..." then click "Next" button. 8. Click the "Have Disk" button. 9. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK" button. 10. Select "Show all devices" and choose the monitor that corresponds to the one you connected to your computer and click "OK". 11.
Using the Software Natural Color Natural Color Software Program 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. The Natural Color S/W is the very solution for this problem. It is a color administration system developed by Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI).
Using the Software Note If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceed with the installation using the MagicTune executable file on the CD. 3. Select installation Language, Click "Next". 4. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next". 5. Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. 6. Choose a folder to install the AutoRotation program. 7. Click "Install". 8.
Using the Software 1. The "Display Driver" should be properly loaded for the MagicRotation to work properly. The installed "Display Driver" should be the latest driver supplied by the vendor. 2. If some applications like Windows Media Player, Real Player, etc. are not displaying movie files properly in 90, 180 and 270 orientations then do the following : • Close the application. • Select the Orientation (90, 180, 270) you want to view the application. • Relaunch the application.
Using the Software Uninstall The AutoRotation program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the Windows® Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove AutoRotation. 1. Go to [Task Tray] → [Start] → [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the program runs on Windows® XP, go to [Control Panel] in the [Start] menu. 2. Click the "Add or Remove Programs" icon in Control Panel. 3. In the "Add or Remove Programs" screen, scroll down to find "AutoRotation.
Adjusting the Monitor Direct Functions [2693HM] AUTO When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the auto adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal. The values of Fine, Coarse and Position are adjusted automatically. (Available in Analog mode only) To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' function while the AUTO PATTERN is on.
Adjusting the Monitor When pressing the MENU button after locking the OSD This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current states of settings or prevent others from adjusting the current settings. Lock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to activate the OSD adjustment lock function. Unlock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to deactivate the OSD adjustment lock function.
Adjusting the Monitor Note Though the OSD adjustment lock function is activated, you can still adjust the brightness and contrast, and adjust Customized Key ( ) using the Direct button. Customized key You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to your preferences. To view the operating screen displayed when pressing the [ ized key for a function, click the name of each function.
Adjusting the Monitor Volume When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust volume. SOURCE Selects the video signal while the OSD is off.
Adjusting the Monitor Color Image OSD Setup Live Color Color Tone Color trol Con- Color Effect Gamma Coarse Fine Sharpness H-Position Language H-Position V-Position Transparen- Display Time cy Reset Customized Off Timer Key AV Mode HDMI Black Level V-Position Auto Source Image Size Information Picture Brightness (Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.) You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference.
Adjusting the Monitor You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast according to personal preference. MENU → → , → → , → MENU MagicBright Push the button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently seven different modes are available: Custom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport, Movie and Dynamic Contrast.
Adjusting the Monitor • Custom Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers, the pre-configured values may not be comfortable to your eyes depending on your taste. If this is the case, adjust the brightness and contrast by using the OSD menu. • Text For documentations or works involving heavy text. • Internet For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics. • Game For watching motion pictures such as a game. • Sport For watching motion pictures such as a sport.
Adjusting the Monitor Live Color function provides optimized color for personal favor to view effectively with WCG-CCFL which was applied to Samsung Electronics for the first time. • Brilliant - If you select Brilliant, you can view a more clear and vibrant image. • Demo - If you select Demo, you can compare the current screen with the screen when the Color Innovation function is enabled. • Normal - If you select Normal, you can watch the most general standard screen.
Adjusting the Monitor Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance. MENU → , → → , → → , → → , → MENU Color Effect You can change the overall mood by changing the screen colors. • Off - This applies an achromatic color to the screen to adjust the screen effects.
Adjusting the Monitor • Grayscale - The default colors of black and white are displayed. • Green - This applies the green color effect to a black and white screen. • Aqua - This applies the aqua color effect to a black and white screen. • Sepia - This applies the Sepia color effect to a black and white screen. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Gamma Gamma correction changes the luminance of the colors with intermediate luminance.
Adjusting the Monitor Image Coarse Removes noise such as vertical stripes. Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center using the horizontal control menu.
Adjusting the Monitor Fine Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). (Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , Sharpness Changes the clearance of image.
Adjusting the Monitor MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU H-Position Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. (Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU V-Position Changes the vertical position of the monitor's entire display.
Adjusting the Monitor (Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU OSD Language You can choose one of nine languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer.
Adjusting the Monitor H-Position You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU V-Position You can change the vertical position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor.
Adjusting the Monitor Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. • Off MENU → • , → On → , → → , → MENU Display Time The menu will be automatically turned off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period. You can set the amount of time the menu will wait before it is turned off.
Adjusting the Monitor • 5 sec MENU → • , → 10 sec → , → → • 20 sec , → MENU Setup Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults.
Adjusting the Monitor Customized Key You can specify a function which will be activated when the Customized Key ( MENU → , → → , → → , →MENU Off Timer The monitors will turn off automatically at the specified time. • Off MENU → • , → On → , → → , 49 → → , → MENU )is pressed.
Adjusting the Monitor Auto Source Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select the signal source. • Auto MENU → • , → Manual → → , → MENU Image Size You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor.
Adjusting the Monitor • Normal - The screen is displayed in accordance with the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. • Wide - A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. Note This does not operate when the resolution of your PC is set to Wide.
Adjusting the Monitor HDMI Black Level When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in the screen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., depending on the external device connected. In this case, adjust the screen quality of your TV by configuring the HDMI black level. (Operates only for HDMI mode) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Information Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen.
Adjusting the Monitor MENU → , →MENU Direct Functions [2493HM] AUTO When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the auto adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal. The values of Fine, Coarse and Position are adjusted automatically. (Available in Analog mode only) To make the automatic adjustment function sharper, execute the 'AUTO' function while the AUTO PATTERN is on.
Adjusting the Monitor When pressing the MENU button after locking the OSD This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current states of settings or prevent others from adjusting the current settings. Lock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to activate the OSD adjustment lock function. Unlock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to deactivate the OSD adjustment lock function.
Adjusting the Monitor Note Though the OSD adjustment lock function is activated, you can still adjust the brightness and contrast, and adjust Customized Key ( ) using the Direct button. Customized key You can customize key assignment for the Custom button according to your preferences. To view the operating screen displayed when pressing the [ ized key for a function, click the name of each function.
Adjusting the Monitor Volume When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust volume. SOURCE Selects the video signal while the OSD is off.
Adjusting the Monitor Color Image OSD Setup MagicColor Color Tone Color trol Con- Color Effect Gamma Coarse Fine Sharpness H-Position Language H-Position V-Position Transparen- Display Time cy Reset Customized Off Timer Key AV Mode HDMI Black Level V-Position Auto Source Image Size Information Picture Brightness (Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast.) You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal preference.
Adjusting the Monitor You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast according to personal preference. MENU → → , → → , → MENU MagicBright Push the button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently seven different modes are available: Custom, Text, Internet, Game, Sport, Movie and Dynamic Contrast.
Adjusting the Monitor • Custom Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers, the pre-configured values may not be comfortable to your eyes depending on your taste. If this is the case, adjust the brightness and contrast by using the OSD menu. • Text For documentations or works involving heavy text. • Internet For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics. • Game For watching motion pictures such as a game. • Sport For watching motion pictures such as a sport.
Adjusting the Monitor MagicColor is a new technology that Samsung has exclusively developed to improve digital image and to display natural color more clearly without disturbing image quality. • Off - Returns to the original mode. • Demo - The screen before applying MagicColor appears on the right and the screen after applying MagicColor appears on the left. • Full - Displays not only vivid natural color but also more realistic natural skin color with clearness.
Adjusting the Monitor Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance. MENU → , → → , → → , → → , → MENU Color Effect You can change the overall mood by changing the screen colors. • Off - This applies an achromatic color to the screen to adjust the screen effects.
Adjusting the Monitor • Grayscale - The default colors of black and white are displayed. • Green - This applies the green color effect to a black and white screen. • Aqua - This applies the aqua color effect to a black and white screen. • Sepia - This applies the Sepia color effect to a black and white screen. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Gamma Gamma correction changes the luminance of the colors with intermediate luminance.
Adjusting the Monitor Image Coarse Removes noise such as vertical stripes. Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center using the horizontal control menu.
Adjusting the Monitor Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). (Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU → , → MENU Sharpness Changes the clearance of image.
Adjusting the Monitor Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. (Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU V-Position Changes the vertical position of the monitor's entire display.
Adjusting the Monitor OSD Language You can choose one of nine languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer.
Adjusting the Monitor H-Position You can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU V-Position You can change the vertical position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor.
Adjusting the Monitor Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. • Off MENU → • , → On → , → → , → MENU Display Time The menu will be automatically turned off if no adjustments are made for a certain time period. You can set the amount of time the menu will wait before it is turned off.
Adjusting the Monitor • 5 sec MENU → • , → 10 sec → , → → • 20 sec , → MENU Setup Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults.
Adjusting the Monitor Customized Key You can specify a function which will be activated when the Customized Key ( MENU → , → → , → → , →MENU Off Timer The monitors will turn off automatically at the specified time. • Off MENU → • , → On → , → → , 70 → → , → MENU )is pressed.
Adjusting the Monitor Auto Source Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select the signal source. • Auto MENU → • , → Manual → → , → MENU Image Size You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor. • Normal - The screen is displayed in accordance with the screen aspect ratio of the input signals.
Adjusting the Monitor • Wide - A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. Note This does not operate when the resolution of your PC is set to Wide. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU AV Mode This function allows the screen to be displayed at the optimal quality in accordance with the size of the screen when a 480P, 576P, 720P, 1080i, or 1080P video signal is input in HDMI/DVI mode. Set to Off when connected to a PC, Set to On when connected to an AV device.
Adjusting the Monitor HDMI Black Level When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in the screen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., depending on the external device connected. In this case, adjust the screen quality of your TV by configuring the HDMI black level. (Operates only for HDMI mode) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Information Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen.
Adjusting the Monitor MENU → , →MENU 74
Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. Self-Test Feature Check 1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor. 2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 3. Turn on the monitor. If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below. This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 4.
Troubleshooting noisy, and video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact the Service Center or your dealer. Judging the monitor's working condition If there is no image on the screen or a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on.
Troubleshooting A: If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz" message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the display will work properly but the "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz" message appears for one minute and then disappears. Please change to the recommended mode during this one-minute period. (The message is displayed again if the system is rebooted.) Q: There is no image on the screen.
Troubleshooting Q: The screen can be unbalanced due to the cycle of the video card signals. Readjust Position by referring to the OSD. The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted. Q: Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency on the monitor? A: Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card. (Refer to the Preset Timing Modes). LED is blinking but no images on the screen.
Troubleshooting If the volume is still too low after turning the control to its maximum, check the volume control on the computer sound card or software program. Check when MagicTune™ does not function properly. Q: MagicTune™ feature is found only on PC (VGA) with Window OS that supports Plug and Play.
Troubleshooting Q&A Q: How can I change the frequency? A: The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. A: 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.) Q: How can I adjusts the resolution? A: Windows XP: Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings. A: Windows ME/2000: Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Display → Settings.
Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 2693HM LCD Panel Size 25.5 " diagonal (64 cm) Display area 550.08 mm (H) x 343.8 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.2865 mm (H) x 0.2865 mm (W) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution 1920x1200@60 Hz (RB) Maximum resolution 1920x1200@60 Hz (RB) Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Inter face), HDMI, USB(Option) 0.
Specifications Environmental considerations Operating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C) Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing Storage Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C) Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings.
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 adjusts the screen as follows. Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/- IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.
Specifications LCD Panel Pixel Pitch 0.270 mm (H) x 0.270 mm (W) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution 1920x1200@60 Hz (RB) Maximum resolution 1920x1200@60 Hz (RB) Input Signal, Terminated RGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Inter face), HDMI, USB(Option) 0.7 Vp-p ±5 % separate H/V sync, Composite TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.
Specifications Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, the monitor installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings. Dot Acceptable TFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with precision of 1ppm (one millionth) above are used for this product.
Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/- IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/- IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 -/+ MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240 -/- MAC, 832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 -/- MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681 75.062 100.000 -/- VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/- VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 -/- VESA, 800 x 600 35.
Information For Better Display Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the computer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have an uneven picture quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT-LCD. • Resolution: 1920 x 1200 • Vertical frequency (refresh rate): 60 Hz TFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with a precision of 1ppm (one millionth) and above is used for this product.
Information when switching to a new video image. All display products, including LCD, are subject to image retention. This is not a product defect. Please follow the suggestions below to protect your LCD from image retention. Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode Ex) • • Turn the power off when using a stationary pattern.
Information Ex) • Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement. Ex) The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to set your PC or System to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it. Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions. Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns.
Information Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II 90
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Appendix Europe ITALIA 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/it LUXEMBURG 0035 (0)2 261 03 710 http://www.samsung.com/be NETHERLANDS 0900 SAMSUNG(726-7864) (€ http://www.samsung.com/nl 0,10/Min) NORWAY 815-56 480 http://www.samsung.com/no POLAND 0 801 801 881 http://www.samsung.com/pl 022-607-93-33 PORTUGAL 80 8 200 128 http://www.samsung.com/pt REPUBLIC OF IRE- 0818 717 100 LAND http://www.samsung.com/ie SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.
Appendix Middle East & Africa SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/za TURKEY 444 77 11 http://www.samsung.com.tr U.A.E 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/mea 8000-4726 Terms Dot Pitch 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'.
Appendix Correct Disposal 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 shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.
