Samsung Syncmaster 225bw Quick Start Guide

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  |...

 
 
 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 the Service Center or your dealer.  
 
zJudging the monitors working condition  
If there is no image on the screen or a 
Not Optimum Mode,Recommended Mode 1680 x 
1050 60 Hz message...

    
 
 
 General 
General
Model Name SyncMaster 225BW
LCD Panel
Size 22 Diagonal (55.9 cm)
Display area 477.7 mm (H) x 300.1 mm (V)
Pixel Pitch 0.282 mm (H) x 0.282 mm (V)
Type a-si TFT active matrix
Synchronization
Horizontal 31 ~ 81 kHz
Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz
Display Color
8 bit color (16.7 M)
Resolution
Optimum resolution 1680 x 1050@60 Hz
Maximum resolution 1680 x 1050@60 Hz
Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog, Compliant Digital RGB 
0.7 Vp-p ± 5%, TTL level (V high  ≥ 2.0V, V low 
≤ 0.8V)
Maximum...

Dimensions (WxDxH)/ (Without Stand)
504.7 x 65.8 x 335.1 mm / 19.9 x 2.6 x 13.2 inch
Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight (Lowest HAS) 
504.7 x 219.8 x 408 mm / 19.9 x 8.7 x 16.1 inch , 6.9 kg / 15.2 lbs
VESA Mounting Interface
100 x 100 mm
Environmental considerations
Operating Operating Temperature : 50 °F~ 104 °F ( 10 °C ~ 40 °C) Humidity : 10% ~ 80%, non-condensing
Storage Storage Temperature : -4 °F~ 113 °F ( -20 °C ~ 45 °C)  Humidity : 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing
Plug and Play Capability
This monitor can be...

 
 
 
   
 
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 ModeHorizontal 
Frequency 
(kHz)Vertical 
Frequency 
(Hz) Pixel Clock 
(MHz) Sync Polarity 
(H/V)
IBM, 640 x 350  31.469 70.086 25.175 +/- 
IBM,...

  
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
 

    
 
 
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If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please 
contact the SAMSUNG customer care center.   
 
 
North America  
CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/ca
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Latin America  
ARGENTINA 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com/ar
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CHILE 800-726-7864 (SAMSUNG)...

CZECH REPUBLIC 844 000 844http://www.samsung.com/cz
DENMARK 38 322 887http://www.samsung.com/dk
FINLAND 09 693 79 554http://www.samsung.com/fi
FRANCE 08 25 08 65 65 (€ 0,15/min)http://www.samsung.com/fr
GERMANY 01805 - 121213 (€ 0,12/Min)http://www.samsung.de
HUNGARY 06 40 985 985http://www.samsung.com/hu
ITALIA 199 153 153http://www.samsung.com/it
LUXEMBURG 02 261 03 710http://www.samsung.lu
NETHERLANDS 0900 20 200 88 (€ 0.10/Min)http://www.samsung.com/nl
NORWAY 231 627 22http://www.samsung.com/no...

 
 
 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. Unit: mm 
 
 
Vertical Frequency 
The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image 
for the user. The frequency of this repetition per second is called Vertical Frequency or 
Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz  
   
Example : If the same light repeats itself 60...

4. If you are not satisfied with the quality of the picture, you can get better quality of the picture 
by executing auto adjustment function in display screen that is appeared as window 
termination button is pressed. 
If theres still noise after automatic adjust ment, use FINE/COARSE adjustment function.  
 
5. If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual image or blurriness may  appear. 
Change the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to move the picture when you need to 
be...