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.
Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Custody and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Cleaning the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 INSTALLING THE PRODUCT Package Contents . . . . . . . .
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 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. • Do not scratch the screen with your fingernails or a sharp object. This may result in scratches or damage to the product. • Do not clean the product directly by spraying water onto the product.
1-3 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. 3. Wipe the monitor using a soft, slightly damp cloth that has been squeezed .
1-4 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME MEANING Warning Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injury or even a fatality. Caution 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. • 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. • 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 result in electric shock or fire. Connect the power plug to a wall outlet that can be easily reached.
Caution Do not let the product drop while moving it. • This may result in a problem with the product or injury. When installing the product on a console or shelf, make sure that the front of the product does not protrude out of the console or shelf. • Otherwise, this may cause the product to fall off and result in a malfunction or injury. • Make sure to use a cabinet or shelf suitable to the size of the product. Do not place the product face down on the floor.
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. When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Avoid using chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquitorepellent, fragrance, lubrication or cleansing agent when cleaning the product. This may result in the exterior being deformed or the print being removed.
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 move the product by holding only the power cord or signal cable.
Be careful that adaptor should not be in contact with water and therefore not be wet. • This may cause a malfunction, electric shock or fire. Do not use adaptor by the waterside or outside particularly when it rains or snows. Be careful that adaptor should not be wet while cleaning floor with water. Avoid using a humidifier or cooker near the product. • Watching the product from too close a distance continuously may damage your eyesight. Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.
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. 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. Open the back cover of the stand by pushing it toward the indicated direction (upwards at 45°).
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. Installation completed. Hold the monitor head,and put it vertical.
- 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. • Please use the adapter and signal cables we provide in the accessory,other adapters and signal cables may not match. • When separate purchase is needed, please check the installation state first.
2-3 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 () output • Connect the [RGB IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable. • When the graphics card provides DVI() output • Connect the [HDMI IN] port of the product to the [DVI] port on your PC using the HDMI to DVI cable.
3. Cables can be fixed as shown.
2-4 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.
2-5 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. You must purchase the Kensington Lock separately. To lock the product, follow these steps: 1.
3 Using the product 3-1 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. • • 3-1 The message appears up to 3 times if the resolution has not been set to the optimal resolution.
3-2 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. If the signal from the PC is one of the following standard signal modes, the screen is set automatically.
3-3 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. If the signal from the PC is one of the following standard signal modes, the screen is set automatically.
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. This frequency is called the vertical frequency. The vertical frequency is represented in Hz.
3-4 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. If the signal from the PC is one of the following standard signal modes, the screen is set automatically.
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. This frequency is called the vertical frequency. The vertical frequency is represented in Hz.
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-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. 2. Click on "Windows Driver". 3.
3-6 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. • To go to the menu, press the button on the front of the monitor again. ICON MENU DESCRIPTION Press this button to view the On Screen Display (OSD).
ICON AUTO DESCRIPTION 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 function is performed. Press this button to turn the product on or off • The buttons on the right of the product are touch-type buttons. • Touch the buttons lightly with your finger. Power LED This LED is turned on when the product works normally.
3-7 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure Top Menus PICTURE Sub Menus MAGIC Brightness Contrast Sharpness Response Time Red Green Blue Color Tone Gamma Image Size H-Position V-Position Menu H-Position Menu V-Position ECO Menu Transparency Language PC/AV Mode Auto Source Display Time Key Repeat Time Customized Key Off Timer On/Off Off Timer Setting HDMI Black Level COLOR SIZE&POSITION SETUP&RESET R
Menu Description Sub items of 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. Set to when viewing directly in front of the screen.
Menu Description • < Bright> Provides preset picture settings optimized for various user environments such as editing a document, surfing the Internet, playing games,or movies and so on. • If the preset picture modes are not sufficient, users can configure the and directly using this mode. • This mode provides the picture setting appropriate for editing a document and surfing the Internet (text + picture).
Menu Description Controls the contrast of the pictures displayed on the screen Contrast • This menu is unavailable when < mode. Bright> is set to or • This menu is unavailable when < Color> is set to mode or mode. Controls the clarity of details of pictures displayed on the screen Sharpness • This menu is unavailable when < mode.
Menu Description You can adjust the red color value of pictures according to your preference. Red This menu is unavailable when < Color> is set to mode or mode. You can adjust the green color value of pictures according to your preference. Green This menu is unavailable when < Color> is set to mode or mode. You can adjust the blue color value of pictures according to your preference.
Menu Description Supplied for the wide models only such as 16:9 or 16:10. PC signals • - The picture is displayed at the aspect ratio of the input signal. • - The picture is displayed in full screen regardless of the aspect ratio of the input signal. • A signal not in the standard mode table is not supported. • If the resolution is set to the optimal resolution, the aspect ratio does not change whether the is set to or .
Menu Description The , , and 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. • Click "ECO/▼" (hot key), which is the second function key, to go directly to the ECO menu page. (Note that the key will function as a hot key only when is set to ECO. ECO is selected by default.) • Alternatively, go to the menu.
Menu Description • • ECO • • ECO 3-7 The 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 mode. • This menu is unavailable when is set . Specify the level of the to respond according to the ambient light intensity.
Menu Description If the option is and the and are active, a pop-up guide will appear showing the operation status of the sensors. • The will activate power-saving mode if it is set to on and does not detect any movement for a specified time.
Menu Description • • The amount of energy saved by the , , and functions will accumulate and the progress can be viewed as a growing energy tree. ECO 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.
Menu Description The OSD automatically disappears if no action is taken by the user. Display Time You can determine the time to wait before the OSD is hidden. • <5 sec> - <10 sec> - <20 sec> - <200 sec> Controls the repeat delay of a button. Key Repeat Time Customized Key Off Timer On/Off You can set to , <1 sec> or <2 sec>. If is selected, the button only responds once. You can set the function of the Customized Key to one of the following.
4 Installing the Software 4-1 Natural Color 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). The 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 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. Installing the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the MagicTune setup program.
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. Click [Change or Remove Programs] to remove the software. 5. Select [Yes] to start removing MagicTune™. 6. Wait until a message box appears informing you that the software has been removed completely.
4-3 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. 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. Separate the signal 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. A blank screen appears / I cannot turn the product on Is the power cord connected properly? Check the connection status of the power cord. (Connected using the D-sub cable) Check the cable connecting the PC and the product.
The color is weird / The picture is displayed in black and white Is the entire screen displayed in the same color as if viewing the screen through a cellophane paper? Check the cable connection to the computer. Is the graphics card configured correctly? Set up the graphics card referring to the user manual. Reinsert the graphics card into the computer completely. The display area suddenly moves to an edge or to the center.
5-3 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. Windows ME/2000 : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel → Display → Settings → Advanced → Monitor, and then change the refresh rate under Monitor Settings.
6 More Information 6-1 Specifications MODEL NAME Panel Synchronization Size 20 inches (50 cm) 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 Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color Resolution S20A550H 16.7 M Optimum resolution 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz RGB Analog, HDMI Input Signal, Terminated 0.7 Vp-p ± 5% separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0V, V low ≤ 0.
6-2 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. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
6-3 Specifications MODEL NAME Panel Synchronization Size 23 inches (58 cm) 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 Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color Resolution S23A550H 16.7 M Optimum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz RGB Analog, HDMI Input Signal, Terminated 0.7 Vp-p ± 5% separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0V, V low ≤ 0.
6-4 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. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
6-5 Specifications MODEL NAME Panel Synchronization Size 27 inches (68 cm) Display area 597.6 mm (H) x 336.15 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.31125 mm (H) x 0.31125 mm (V) Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color Resolution S27A550H 16.7 M Optimum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz RGB Analog, HDMI Input Signal, Terminated 0.7 Vp-p ± 5% separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0V, V low ≤ 0.
6-6 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. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
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6-8 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.
