Samsung Syncmaster 226bw Quick Start Guide

							PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free) 
 
LCD Monitors and TVs may have image retention when switching from one image to another 
especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time.  
This guide is to demonstrate correct usage of LCD products in order to protect them from Image 
retention.  
 
WarrantyWarranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.  
Burn-in is not covered by the warranty. 
What is Image retention ? 
During normal operation of a LCD panel, pixel image retention doesnt occur. However, 
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 previous 
image is retained 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) 
zTurn the power off when using a stationary pattern. 
zUse a Screen saver if possible 
zSet the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme.  
 - Turn the power off for 4 hours after 24 hours in use 
- Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use  
- Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended. 
Suggestions for specific applications 
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 periodically (Use 2 different colors).
Ex) Rotate the Color Information with 2 colors every 30 minutes.  
 
Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large 
difference in luminance. 
Avoid using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily.  
 
zAvoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey)  
Ex)  
 
 
zRecommended 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 
S
ystem 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. When the LCD 
panel is operated for a long time with a fixed pattern (-over 12 hours-), there may be 
slight difference in voltage between electrodes that work the liquid crystal (LC) in a 
pixel. The voltage difference between electrodes increases with time, forcing the liquid 
crystal to lean. When this occurs, the previous image may be seen when the pattern is 
changed.  
To prevent this, the accumulated voltage difference must be decreased. 
 
Our LCD Monitor satisfies ISO13406-2 Pixel fault Class II 
 
						

							 
 
 
 Features 
RTA Monitor
RTA (Response Time Accelerator)  
 
A function that accelerates the response speed of the panel so as to provide a sharper and more 
natural video display.  
 
 
RTA On Activates the RTA function so that t he panel operates at a higher response speed than 
its original speed.
RTA OFF Deactivates the RTA func tion so that the panel operates at its original response speed.
If you turn the power off and on  again after switching RTA off, the  RTA function is automatically 
switched On (Factory Setting)
 
 
 
 
 Package Contents
Please make sure the following item s are included with your monitor.  
If any items are missing,  contact your dealer.  
Contact a local dealer  to buy optional items.
Unpacking
 
 
 
Without Stand
Monitor 
 
  With Stand 
 
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
Monitor & Simple stand 
Manual
 
 Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card  
(Not available in all  locations) Users Guide, Monitor Driver 
Cable
 
 
Power Cord D-sub Cable  
Others
 
  
 Cleaning Cloth  
Sold separately
 
Your Monitor
 
						

							 
 
 
 
Front 
MENU button [ ]  
 Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. 
MagicBright™ button  
[]  
 
 
 
 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 and Mo vie, Dynamic Contrast. Each 
mode has its own pre-configured br ightness value. You can easily 
select one of seven settings by si mply pressing MagicBright™ control 
button.  
 
1) 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 bri ghtness and contrast by using the 
OSD menu.  
 
2) Text  For documentations or works involving heavy text.  
 
3) Internet  For working with a mixture of im ages such as texts and graphics.  
 
4) Game  For watching motion pictures such as a game.  
 
5) Sport  For watching motion pictur es such as a sport.  
 
6) Movie  For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.  
 
7) Dynamic Contrast 
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 
 
  Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of inputted 
visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast.
>> Click here to see an animation clip 
Brightness button [ ]  
 When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust brightness.  
>> Click here to see an animation clip 
Adjust buttons [ ]Adjust items in the menu.
Enter button [ ] /  
SOURCE button Activates a highlighted menu item. /  
Push the SOURCE, then selects the video signal while the OSD is 
off. (When the source button is pressed to change the input mode, a 
message appears in the upper left of the screen displaying the current 
mode -- analog or digital input signal.)  
If you select the digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the 
graphic cards DVI port using the DVI cable.
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. 
See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving 
functions. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or 
when leaving it unattended for long periods.
Rear
 
 
The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.
POWER port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the 
monitor.
DVI IN (HDCP) port Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI port on the back of your monitor.
RGB IN port Connect the signal cable to the 15-pin, D-sub 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.  
For using a locking device, contact where you purchase it.
See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.
 
						

							 
 Connecting Cables
Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor.  
Plug the power cord for the m onitor 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) co nnector on the video card.  
- Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI Po rt on the back of your Monitor. 
 
[DVI IN (HDCP)] 
 
Connected to a Macintosh. 
-Connect the monitor to the Macintosh com puter using the D-sub connection cable.
If the monitor and the computer are connected, you can turn them on and use them.
 Using the Stand
Monitor Assembly
 
 
						

							 
 
Monitor and Bottom  
 
 
 
Attaching a Base
This monitor accepts a 100 mm x 100 mm VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.
 
A. Monitor  
 
B. Mounting interface pad (Sold separately)  
 
Turn off your monitor and unplug its power cord.
Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion beneath it to protect the 
screen.
Remove three screws and then remove the stand from the LCD monitor.
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.
 
						

							 
 
 Monitor Driver 
When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROM included with this 
monitor. Driver installation is slightly differ ent 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 below.  
 
Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/  (Worldwide)
http://www.samsung.com/monitor  (U.S.A)
http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor  (Korea)
http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/  (China)
Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic)
 
Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive. 
Click  Windows .
Choose your monitor model in the model  list, then click the OK button.  
 
 
If you can see following message window, then clic k the Continue Anyway button. Then click the 
OK button (Microsoft® Windows® XP/2000 Operating System).   
  
 
 
 
						

							 
 
 
 
   
 This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesnt damage your 
system.  
The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage  
 
http://www.samsung.com/ 
Monitor driver installation is completed. 
Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual)
Windows XP | Windows 2000 | Windows ME | Windows NT | Linux 
Microsoft® Windows® XP Operating System  
 
Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive.
Click Start ¡æ Control Panel then click the Appearance and Themes icon.  
  
 
Click Display icon and choose the Settings tab then click Advanced. 
  
 
Click the Properties button on the Monitor tab and select Driver tab.  
     
 
Click Update Driver. and select Install from a list or. then click Next button.