Samsung P2370G manual

SyncMaster P2070,P2270,P2370,P2070G,P2270G,P2370G LCD Monitor User Manual[...]

Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property dam- age. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Otherwise, it may result in death or personal injury. Otherwise, it may result in personal injury or property da[...]

Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. • Otherwise, this may cause fire due[...]

Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet. • Otherwise, this may result in fire due to an increase in the in- ternal temperature. Put down the monitor carefully. • Fail[...]

When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth. • Otherwise, it may result in fire. When cleaning the product, make sure to disconnect the power cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean it softly with a dry cloth. • ( Do[...]

If thunder or lightening is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. • Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage to the product or fire due to damage to the cable. Do not lift or [...]

Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Remove the vinyl cover of the adapter before using the adaptor. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Always keep power adaptor in well-ventilated area. Be careful that adaptor should not be in contact with water and therefore not be wet. • This may caus[...]

Do not place any heavy items or toys or confectionery, such as cookies etc. that may attract the attention of children and to the product. • Your children may hang onto the product causing it to fall and this may result in personal injury or death. Do not turn the product upside down or move it while holding only the stand. • Otherwise, it may [...]

Good Postures When Using the Monitor When using the product, use it in the correct posi- tion. • Keep your back straight while looking at the prod- uct. • The distance between your eyes and the screen should be between 45 to 50 cm. Look at the screen from a slightly higher location than the height of the screen. • When using the product, use [...]

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. Unpacking Monitor Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all loca- tions) User's Guide Cables 'DVI-A to D-Sub' Cable Po[...]

Sold separately DVI Cable 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. Note Th[...]

Front 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 . Brightne[...]

AUTO button Use this button for auto adjustment. Power button [ ] Use this button for turning the product on and off. Power Indicator This light is lit when operating normally, and blinks once when your ad- justments are saved. Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conservat[...]

Connect the 'DVI-A to D-Sub' Cable to the DVI-I port on the back of your monitor. 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. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustra- tion depending on the manufa[...]

Connections Connecting Cables Connect the DC adapter for your monitor to the power 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 'DVI-A to D-Sub' Cable to the DVI-I port on the [...]

Monitor and Bottom Folding the base Note You can tilt the monitor screen forward to adjust the angle to a particular angle. Connections[...]

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 oper- ating system you have. Prepare a blank disk and download the driver progra[...]

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 ( Sta[...]

If the message "Windows needs..." is displayed, as shown in the figure below, click "Continue". 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&qu[...]

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. Microsoft ® Windows ® XP Operating System 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 "D[...]

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 instal[...]

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:[...]

If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes" button. And click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button. Microsoft ® Windows ® Millennium Operating System 1. Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel". 2. Double click the "Display" ic[...]

5. Set a Keyboard for your computer. 6. The next screen is for setting your monitor. 7. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) 8. Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) 9. Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the[...]

How to delete the Natural Color software program Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a pro- gram". Select Natural Color from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button. MagicTune™ Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click[...]

System Requirements OS • Windows 2000 • Windows XP Home Edition • Windows XP Professional • Windows Vista™ It is recommended using MagicTune™ in Windows ® 2000 or later. Hardware • 32 MB Memory above • 60 MB Hard disk space above For more information, visit the MagicTune™ website. Uninstall The MagicTune™ program can be removed[...]

MultiScreen Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the MultiScreen installation file. Note If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceed with the installation using the MultiScreen executable file on the CD. 3. When the Installation Shield Wizard window appears, click &[...]

Hardware • 32 MB Memory above • 60 MB Hard disk space above Uninstall The Multiscreen program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the Windows ® Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove Multiscreen. Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click &qu[...]

Adjusting the Monitor Direct Functions 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 onl[...]

To view the operating screen displayed when pressing the [ ] button after configuring the customized key for a function, click the name of each function. ( MagicBright - MagicColor - Color Effect - Image Size ) Note You can configure the custom- ized key for a required function via Setup > Customized Key . Brightness When OSD is not on the scree[...]

LED Bright- ness Off Timer On/ Off Off Timer Setting Auto Source AV Mode Display Time Custom- ized Key INFOR- MATION PICTURE Brightness (Not available in MagicBright mode of Dynamic Contrast .) You can use the on-screen menus to change the brightness according to personal prefer- ence. The larger the number, the brighter the screen. The smaller the[...]

The larger the number, the clearer the screen. The smaller the number, the less clear the screen. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent . ) MENU → → , → → , → MENU MagicBright Push the button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum viewing environment depending o[...]

• Movie For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD. • Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Coarse Removes noise such as vertical stripes. The larger the number, the more the screen increases vertically. The smaller the number, the mor[...]

Note • If you are not watching a movie, we recommend set- ting the mode to Still Mode or Normal . MENU → → , → → , → MENU • Normal - Deactivates the Response Time function so that the panel operates at its orig- inal response speed. • Still Mode - This mode is the optimal mode for still screens, such as using a word pro- cessor or s[...]

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Green Adjusts individual Green color balance. The larger the number, the closer it is to green. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent . ) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Blue Adjusts individual Blue color balance. The larger the number, the closer it is to blue. ( Not available in[...]

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Cool - Makes whites bluish. • Normal - Keeps whites white. • Warm - Makes whites reddish. • Custom - Select this mode when you want to adjust the image according to your prefer- ences. Color Effect You can change the overall mood by changing the screen colors. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of F[...]

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Mode 1 : Sets the screen to the default brightness. • Mode 2 : Sets the screen to bright. • Mode 3 : Sets the screen to dim. SIZE&POSITION H-Position Changes the horizontal position of the monitor's entire display. You can move the position of the screen to the left and right by pressing the [...]

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Image Size You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor. , → → , → → , → MENU • Auto - 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. Menu [...]

The larger the number, the more the OSD menu moves upwards. The smaller the number, the more it moves downwards. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU SETUP&RESET Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults. MENU → , → → → , → MENU • No • Yes Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. MENU[...]

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. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU LED On/Off You can set the LED lamps of the menu buttons to be permanently turned on. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Off • On LED Bright[...]

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Off • On Off Timer Setting The monitors will turn off automatically at the specified time. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Auto Source Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select the signal source. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Auto • Manual Adjusting the Monit[...]

AV Mode MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU • Off • On 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 DVI mode. Set to Off when connected to a PC . Set to On when connected to an AV device. If not set to On, th[...]

MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU INFORMATION Shows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. MENU → , → MENU Adjusting the Monitor[...]

Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check-- P2070, P2070G -- 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 fu[...]

Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor. Useful Tips A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, become noisy, an[...]

A: Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle properly. A: If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a " Not Optimum Mode ", " Recommended Mode 1600 x 900 60 Hz" message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the display will work properly but the " Not Optimum Mode ", " Recommended M[...]

(Refer to the Preset Timing Modes). 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 Pres[...]

Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set to between 56 Hz ~ 75 Hz. (Do not exceed 75 Hz when using the maximum resolution.) If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the Display Adapter in the "Control Panel → System → Device Administrator" and then reboot the c[...]

Note Before calling for assistance, 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 In- formation section or contact your dealer. Self-Test Feature Check-- P2270, P2370, P2270G, P2370G -- Note Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows yo[...]

Environment The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor. If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor. Usef[...]

If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear, contact the Service Center or your dealer. Q: Can you see " Not Optimum Mode ", " Recommended Mode 1920 x 1080 60 Hz" on the screen? A: You can see this message when the signal from the video card exceeds the maximum resolution and frequency that the monitor can handle pr[...]

The screen suddenly has become unbalanced. Q: Have you changed the video card or the driver? A: Adjust screen image position and size using the OSD. Q: Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency to the monitor? A: Adjust the resolution and frequency at the video card. (Refer to the Preset Timing Modes). Q: The screen can be unbalanced due to the[...]

Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting. (If it does, request an a service for the main board of the computer.) If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if[...]

Q: How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? A: Disconnect the power cord and then clean the monitor with a soft cloth, using either a cleaning solution or plain water. Do not leave any detergent or scratches on the case. Do not let any water enter the monitor. Note Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you [...]

Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster P2070, P2070G LCD Panel Size 20 inch (49 cm) Display area 422.8 mm (H) x 249.08 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.2768 mm (H) x 0.2768 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 60 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution 1600x900@60Hz Maximum resolution 1600x900@60Hz Input Signa[...]

Environmental considerations 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 interac- tion of the monitor and the computer systems will provide the best opera[...]

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) Vert[...]

Resolution Maximum resolution 1920x1080@60Hz Input Signal, Terminated DVI(Digital Visual Interface)- I 0.7 Vp-p ±5 % Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V) Maximum Pixel Clock 164MHz (Analog,Digital) Power Supply AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Signal Cable 29pin DVI-A to D-sub cable, Detachabl[...]

Note Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Class B Equipment (Information Communication equipment for residential use) This product complies with the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives for residential use and can be used in all areas including common residential areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagne[...]

Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Fre- quency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) VESA, 1680 X 1050 65.290 59.954 146.250 -/+ VESA, 1920 X 1080 67.500 60.000 148.500 +/+ Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal Cycle and the in[...]

Power Supply AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Signal Cable 29pin DVI-A to D-sub cable, Detachable 24pin DVI-D to DVI-D cable, Detachable(Sold separately) Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight (Simple Stand) 571 x 364.5 x 47 mm / 22.5 x 14.4 x 1.9 inch (Without Stand) 571 x 423 x 190 mm / 22.5 x 16.7 x 7.5 inch (With Stand) / 4.1 kg / 9.0 Ibs [...]

State Normal Opera- tion Power saving mode Power off (Power but- ton) EPA/ENERGY 2000 Power Indicator On Blinking Off Power Con- sumption 30 watts 1 watts 0.5 watts This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR ® compliant and ENERGY 2000 compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM functionality. As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, SAMSUNG has deter- m[...]

Information For Better Display-- P2070, P2070G -- 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 : 1600 x 900 • Vertical frequency [...]

During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesn't occur. How- ever, if the same image is displayed for a long time, a slight difference in electric charge accumulates between the two electrodes which encase the liquid crystal. This may cause the liquid crystal to build up in a certain areas of the display. Thus, the previou[...]

• Recommended settings: Bright colors with little difference in luminance • Change the characters color and background color every 30 minutes 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 [...]

Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II For Better Display-- P2270, P2370, P2270G, P2370G -- 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 [...]

If excessive force is applied, you may stain it. If you are not satisfied with the picture quality, you can get better quality of picture by performing the " Auto Adjustment function" in display screen that is appeared as window termination button is pressed. If there's still noise after the automatic adjustment, use the Fine / Coars[...]

Ex) Airports, Transit Stations, Stock Markets, Banks, and Controlling Systems We recommend that you follow set up of your display system program as below: Display Information together with Logo or Moving image cycle. Ex) Cycle : Display Information for 1 hour followed by a Display Logo or moving image for 1 minute. Change the Color Information peri[...]

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 con- ditions. Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patterns. When the LCD panel is operated for a long time[...]

Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II Information[...]

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Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per sec- ond, this is regarded as 60 Hz. Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal Cycle. The inverse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal Frequency. Unit: kHz Interlace and Non-Interl[...]