Samsung Samtron 73v Quick Start Guide

							MenuDescriptionPlay/Stop
CoarseRemoves 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.
Fine
Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists 
even after Fine tuning,  
repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed).
SharpnessFollow these instuction to change the clearance of image.
H-PositionFollow these instructions to change the horizontal position of the 
monitors entire display.
V-PositionFollow these instructions to change the vertical position of the 
monitors entire display.
 
 
 OSD 
 
						

							MenuDescriptionPlay/Stop
LanguageFollow these steps to change the language used in the menu. 
You can choose one of seven languages. (English, German, 
Spanish, French, Italian, Swedish, Russian) 
Note:The language chosen affects only the language of the 
OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer.
H-PositionYou can change the horizontal position where the OSD menu 
appears on your monitor.
V-PositonYou can change the vertical position where the OSD menu 
appears on your monitor.
TransparencyChange the translucency of the background of the OSD.
Display TimeThe menu will automatically turn off if no adjustments are made 
for a certain time period.  
You can set the amount of time the menu will wait before it turns 
off.
 
 
 Setup 
 
						

							MenuDescriptionPlay/Stop
Image ResetImage parameters are replaced with the factory default values.
Color ResetColor parameters are replaced with the factory default values.
 
 
 Information 
MenuDescription
InformationShows a video source, display mode on the OSD screen. 
 
						

							 
 
Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any 
problems yourself. If you do n eed assistance, please call, the phone number on the Information 
section or contact your dealer .
 
 
SymptomCheck ListSolutions
No images on the 
screen. I cannot turn 
on the monitor.Is the power cord connected properly?Check the power cord connection and 
supply. 
Can you see  Check Signal Cable  on 
the screen? Check the signal cable connection.
If the power is on, reboot the computer 
to see the initial screen(the login 
screen), which can be seen. If the initial screen (the login screen) 
appears, boot the computer in the 
applicable mode (the safe mode for 
Windows ME/XP/2000) and then 
change the frequency of the video card.
(Refer to the  Preset Display Modes ) 
Note: If the initial screen (the login 
screen) does not appear,  contact a 
service center or your dealer .  
Can you see 
Not Optimum Mode 
Recommanded mode 1280 x 1024 
60Hz  on the screen? You can see this message when the 
signal from the video card exceeds the 
maximum resolution and frequency that 
the monitor can properly handle.  
 
Adjust the maximu
m resolution and 
frequency that the monitor can properly 
handle. 
 
If the display exceeds SXGA or 75Hz, a 
 Not Optimum Mode. Recommended 
mode 1280 x 1024 60Hz  message is 
displayed. If the display exceeds 85Hz, 
the display will work properly but the 
 Not Optimum Mode. Recommended 
mode 1280 x 1024 60Hz  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.) 
There is no image on the screen.  
Is the power indicator on the monitor 
blinking at 1 second intervals?The monitor is in PowerSaver mode. 
 
press a key on the keyboard to activate 
the monitor and restore the image on 
the screen.
The screen shows 
strange colors or just 
black and white.Is the screen displaying only one color 
as if looking at the screen through a 
cellophane paper? Check the signal cable 
connection.Make sure the video card is 
fully inserted in its slot.
Have the screen colors become 
strange after running a program or due 
to a crash between applications?Reboot the computer.
Has the video card been set properly?Set the video card by referring to the 
video card manual. 
The screen suddenly 
has become 
unbalanced.Have you changed the video card or 
the driver?Adjust screen image position and size 
using the OSD.
Have you adjusted the resolution or 
frequency to the monitor?Adjust the resolution and frequency at 
the video card.  
(Refer to the Preset Display Modes).
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.Have you adjusted the resolution or 
frequency on the monitor?Adjust the resolution and frequency of 
the video card.  
(Refer to the Preset Display Modes).
LED is blinking but no 
images on the screen.Is the frequency properly adjusted 
when checking the Display Timing on 
the menu?Adjust the frequency properly by 
referring to the video card manual and 
the Preset Display Modes.  
(The maximum frequency per 
resolution may differ from product to 
product.) 
There are only 16 
colors shown on the 
screen. 
The screen colors have 
changed after changing 
the video card.Have the Windows colors been set 
properly? Windows ME/2000/XP: 
Set the colors properly at the 
Control 
Panel →
 Display →
 Settings. 
Has the video card been set properly?Set the video card by referring to the 
video card manual. 
There is a message 
that reads 
Unrecognized 
monitor, Plug & Play 
(VESA DDC) monitor 
found. Have you installed the monitor driver?Install the monitor driver according to 
the Driver Installation Instructions.
See the video card manual to see if the 
Plug & Play (VESA DDC) function can 
be supported. Install the monitor driver according to 
the Driver Installation Instructions.
 
 
 
 Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor. 
1. check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer.  
2. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting. 
(If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the computer.)  
3. If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if the installed the adapter(video) 
driver and the monitor driver.  
4. Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 75Hz.  
(Do not exceed 60Hz when using the maximum resolution.)  
5. If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the 
Display Adapter at the 
Control Panel→
System→
Device Administrator and then reboot the computer 
to reinstall the adapter (video) driver.  
 
 If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.
 
						

							 
 
 Q & A 
QuestionAnswer
How can I change the frequency?Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.  
 
Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the 
driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for 
details.) 
How can I adjust the resolution?Windows ME/XP/2000 : Set the resolution at the Control 
Panel
→Display
→Settings.  
 
* Contact the video card manufacturer for details.
How can I set the Power Saving 
function?Windows ME/XP/2000 : Set the function at BIOS-SETUP of the 
computer or the screen saver. (Refer to Windows/Computer Manual).  
How can I clean the outer 
case/LCD Panel?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 remains of the detergent nor scratch the case. Do not 
allow any water to go inside the monitor. 
 
 
 Self-Test Feature Check 
Self-Test Feature Check  |  Warning Messages  |  Environment  |  Useful Tips
 
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 with a border and text inside as shown in 
the following illustration: The three boxes inside the border are red, green and blue.  
 
 
 
Failure of any of the boxes to appear indicates a problem with your monitor. This box also appears 
during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 
 
4. Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.  
If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your video controller 
and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly. 
 
						

							 
 
 Warning Messages  
 
If there is something wrong with the input signal, a message appears on the screen or the screen 
goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The message may indicate that the monitor 
is out of scan range or that you need to check the signal cable. 
 
 
 
 Environment  
 
The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of 
the monitor. 
1. if there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to 
another room.  
2. Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 
feet (one meter) of the monitor.  
 
 
 Useful Tips 
 
zA monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is trouble with the 
computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Video 
mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact a service 
center or your dealer. 
 
zJudging the monitors working condition  
If there is no image on the screen or a 
Not Optimum Mode Recommanded mode 1280 x 1024 
60Hz message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on. 
{If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes white, this means the monitor is 
in working condition.  
{In this case, check the computer for trouble.  
 
						

							 
Select Model Name   
 
 
 General 
General
Model NameSAMTRON 73V
LCD Panel
Size17inch Diagonal
Display area337.92 (H) x 270.336 (V)
Pixel Pitch0.264mm (H) x 0.264mm (V)
Typea-si TFT active matrix
Synchronization
Horizontal30 ~ 81 kHz
Vertical56 ~ 75 Hz
Display Color
16,194,277 Colors 
Resolution
Optimum resolution1280 x 1024@60 Hz
Maximum resolution1280 x 1024@75 Hz
Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog, 0.7 Vpp positive at 75 ohms 
Separate H/V sync, TTL level positive or negative.
Maximum Pixel Clock
140 MHz
Power Supply
AC 90 ~ 264 VAC, 60/50 Hz ± 3Hz
Signal Cable
SAMTRON 73V
 
						

							15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable, Detachable
Power Consumption(maximum)
Less than 34W 
Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight
382.0 x 62.0 x 320.5 mm (Without Stand) 
382.0 x 175.0 x 383.7 mm (with Basic Stand)/4.55kg
VESA Mounting Interface
100mm x 100mm (for use with Specialty(Arm) Mounting hardware.)
Environmental considerations
OperatingTemperature: 50°F ~ 104°F(10°C ~ 40°C)  
Humidity: 10% ~ 80%, non-condensing
StorageTemperature: -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. Interaction of the monitor and computer 
systems will provide the best operating conditions and monitor settings. In most cases, monitor installation 
will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
Dot Acceptable
TFT LCD panel manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with precision of 99.999% above 
is used for this product. But the pixels of RED, GREEN, BLUE and WHITE color seem to be bright sometimes 
or some of black pixels could be seen. This is not from bad quality and you can use it without uneasiness. 
zFor example, the number of TFT LCD pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160. 
Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
 
 
 
 PowerSaver  
This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by 
switching your monitor into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The 
monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you 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. The 
PowerSaver system operates with a VESA DPMS compliant video card installed in your computer. Use a 
software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature. 
 
State Normal Operation Power saving mode 
EPA/ENERGY 2000 Power Switch off  
Power IndicatorGreenGreen, Blinking Black 
Power ConsumptionLess than 34WLess than 1W(Off-mode)Less than 1W 
(110/120 Vac)
 
This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant and ENERGY2000 
compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS 
functionality. 
As an ENERGY STAR
® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this 
product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
 
 
 
						

							  
 
   
 
Preset Timing Modes 
If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will 
be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on. 
Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows.  
 
Table 1. Preset Timing Modes 
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 75.062 100.00 -/- 
VESA, 640 x 480  37.500  75.000  31.500  -/- 
VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/- 
VESA, 800 x 600  35.156  56.250  36.000  -/- 
VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+ 
VESA, 800 x 600  46.875  75.000  49.500  +/+ 
VESA, 800 x 600 48.077 72.188 50.000 +/+ 
VESA, 1024 x 768  48.363  60.004  65.000  -/- 
VESA, 1024 x 768 56.476 70.069 75.000 -/- 
VESA, 1024 x 768  60.023  75.029  78.750  +/+ 
VESA, 1152 x 864 67.500 75.000 108.00 +/+ 
VESA, 1280 x 1024  63.981  60.020  108.00  +/+ 
VESA, 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.00 +/+ 
Horizontal Frequency
The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the 
screen horizontally is called Horizontal Cycle and the inverse number of the 
Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal Frequency. Unit: kHz  
 
Vertical Frequency
Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many 
times per second to display an image to the user. The frequency of this 
repetition is called Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz