Samsung Syncmaster 930xt Quick Start Guide

							 
 Check List
Before calling for service, 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 Information section or contact 
your dealer . 
Symptom Check List Solutions
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 Timing Modes )  
 
If the initial screen (the login screen) does not appear, 
contact the Service Center or your dealer .  
Can you see Not 
Optimum Mode, 
Recommended 
Mode 1280 x 1024 
60 Hz 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 handle properly.  
 
Adjust the maximum resolution and frequency that the 
monitor can handle properly.  
 
If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a Not Optimum 
Mode, Recommended Mode 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 
message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the 
display will work properly 
but the Not Optimum Mode, 
Recommended Mode 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 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.  
 
If there is still no image, press the SOURCE button. 
Then press any key on the keyboard again to activate 
the monitor and restore the image on the screen. 
 
						

							I cannot see the On 
Screen Display.Have you locked the 
On Screen Display 
(OSD) Menu to 
prevent changes?Unlock the OSD by pressing the [
] button for at least 5 
seconds.
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 Timing 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 Timing 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 Timing 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 XP :  
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Appearance 
and Themes → Display → Settings.  
 
Windows ME/2000 :  
Set the resolution 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 when 
MagicTune™ does 
not function 
properly.MagicTune™ 
feature is found only 
on PC (VGA) with 
Window OS that 
supports Plug and 
Play. * To check whether your PC is available for 
MagicTune™ feature, follow the steps below (When 
Windows™ is XP);  
 
Control Panel → Performance and Maintenance → 
System → Hardware → Device Manager → Monitors → 
After deleting Plug and Play monitor, find Plug and Play 
monitor by searching new Hardware. 
MagicTune™ is an additional software for the monitor. 
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 
  Some graphic cards may not support your monitor. 
When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit 
our website to check the compatible graphic card list 
provided.  
http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune 
MagicTune™ 
doesnt work 
properly.Have you changed 
your PC or video 
graphic card?Download the latest program. The program can be 
downloaded 
http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune 
Did you install the 
program?Reboot the computer after installing the program for the 
first time. If a copy of the program is already installed, 
remove it, reboot the computer, and then install the 
program again. You need to reboot the computer for it to 
operate normally after installing or removing the 
program. Visit the MagicTune™ website and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC.
Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.
Symptom Solutions
The screen does 
not appear when I 
switch to the Client 
Mode.When booting up, it takes about 30 seconds for the networking functions to be 
activated and no screen is displayed for about 3 to 4 seconds. 
Wait 30 seconds after the power is turned on, and try to switch modes again. 
If the operating system does not boot up due to damage to Windows or a blue 
screen is displayed, download the Windows XPe OS from this site and recover 
your operating system with it : http://www.syncsight.com 
The client screen 
appears, but I 
cannot connect to 
the server.1) Check if the Hub port LED to which the LAN cable is connected blinks. If not, 
that indicates that the LAN connection is disconnected. In this case, connect 
using another LAN cable. 
 
2) Check if the settings of the Settings, Network tab are properly set up. The 
default setting is DHCP. If your network uses a static IP address, select Use 
the following IP address and then enter the appropriate IP address information. 
 
3) Check if the User Name and Password set in the Remote Desktop tab of 
Settings are the same as those of the host PC. If not, match the User Name 
and Password of the Remote Desktop with those of the host PC.
I cannot access the 
Internet in the 
Client screen.1) Check if the Hub port LED to which the LAN cable is connected blinks. If not, 
that indicates that the LAN connection is disconnected. In this case, connect 
using another LAN cable. 
2) Check if the settings of the Network tab of Settings have been properly set 
up. The default setting is DHCP. If your network uses a static IP address, 
select Use the following IP address and then enter the appropriate IP address 
information. 
The contents 
(video, voice) on 
the server do not 
play smoothly on 
the Client Monitor.This is because the data is transmitted over the LAN. Check your LAN 
connection status.
I have connected a 
digital device such 
as a digital camera, 
camcorder or USB 
memory to the USB 
port, but they do 
not work.This model supports USB devices that support removable disk functions without 
an additional driver installation. Check if the device you want to connect to is a 
device that supports the removable disk function without an additional driver 
installation. 
The file list does 
not appear.1) Check the files on the card. If only abnormal files (e.g. 0KByte, broken JPEG) 
exist, the files do not appear on the screen. 
 
2) The time required to display is determined by the size of the file. Wait a 
moment. 
 
3) Check if the format of the file is supported by the Client Monitor. If the 
extension of the file has been changed, the file will not be played.
 
						

							 
 
 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 the installed the adaptor(video) 
driver and the monitor driver. 
Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 56 Hz ~ 75 Hz.  
(Do not exceed 75 Hz when using the maximum resolution.)
If you have problems in installing the adaptor (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove 
the Display adaptor at the Control Panel → System → Device Administrator and then reboot the 
computer to reinstall the adaptor (video) driver. 
If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.
 Q & A
Question Answer 
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 XP :  
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → 
Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings.  
 
Windows ME/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 XP :  
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → 
Appearance and Themes → Display → Screen 
Saver.  
Set the function at BIOS-SETUP of the computer.  
 
Windows ME/2000 :  
Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Display → 
Screen Saver.  
Set the function at BIOS-SETUP of the computer.  
 
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
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 
Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 
Turn on the monitor. 
If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below.  
 
  
 
This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.  
 
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.  
 
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. 
Useful Tips 
A 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.  
 
Judging the monitors working condition  
 
If there is no image on the screen or a Not Optimum Mode, Recommended Mode 1280 x 1024 60 
Hz 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. 
 
						

							 Specifications
General
Model Name SyncMaster 730XT
LCD Panel
Size 17  Diagonal (43 cm )
Display area 337.92 mm (H) x 270.336 mm (V)
Pixel Pitch 0.264 mm (H) x 0.264 mm (V)
Synchronization
Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz
Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz
Display Color
16.2 M Colors 
Resolution
Optimum resolution 1280 x 1024@60 Hz
Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024@75 Hz
Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog 
0.7 Vp-p ± 5 % 
TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0V, V low  ≤ 0.8V)
Maximum Pixel Clock
140 MHz
Power Consumption
AC 100 - 240V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Signal Cable
15pin to 15pin D-sub cable, Detachable
Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight 
370.0 x 342.3 x 69 mm / 14.6 x 13.5 x 2.7 inch (Without Stand)  
370.0 x 404.3 x 200 mm / 14.6 x 15.9 x 7.9 inch (With Basic Stand), 6.45 Kg / 14.2 (lbs)
VESA Mounting Interface
100 mm x 100 mm 
Environmental considerations
Operating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)  
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. 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 1 ppm 
(one millionth) 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.  
 
For example, the number of TFT LCD sub pixels that is contained in this product are 3,932,160. 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 electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)
Client
Item Specifications
LAN 1 Gbps
USB 2.0 4Ports
Internet Browser MS Internet Explorer
Photo JPEG,BMP
VideoMPEG1,WMV 
(Not exceeding 720p)
Server Requirement 
  Connect Client No  CPU RAM Ethernet OS
Minimum 
SPEC Just can load Server 
Program P3 400 MHz  64 Mbyte 100 Mbpswindows 2003 
Server 
 
						

							 
 
 
  Recommend 
SPEC 1 P4 1.0 GHz 256 Mbyte
100 Mbpswindows 2003 
Server  2~4 P4 2.4 GHz 512 Mbyte
5~7 P4 3.0 GHz 1 Gbyte
8~10 P4 3.2 GHz 2 GbyteThe content presented above is the result of testing a specific server. The information may change as 
the server may be different. For some products, the OS may not be supported. When purchasing a 
product, make sure to check whether or not the OS is supported.
USB
Local Device (USB) Connection Speed
When booting up a monitor, a blank screen may appear for 3 ~ 4 seconds until the MagicNet screen 
appears.  
 
If you turn the monitor off while booting, it may damage the product. 
Local Device (USB) compatibility
HID(Human Interface Devices) : Keyboard, Mouse  
 
MSC(Mass Storage Class), Devices using the SCSI(Small Computer System Interface) command set, 
FAT(File Allocation Table) System
Exception
Some manufacturers have wrongly specified their device to be USB standard compatible.  
Our product has exception handling procedures.  
But Some devices are unlikely to work properly.  
Some manufacturers have wrongly specified their device to be SCSI compatible.  
Such devices are unlikely to work properly.  
It is recommended that USB devices are purchased after they are tested and confirmed to be 
compatible. 
 
 
 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 Power Key of the 
Function Key. 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 DPM 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 modePower off  
(Power button) 
EPA/ENERGY 2000
Power Indicator Green Black Black
Power Consumption Less than 70 W Less than 4.7 W   Less than 2.7 W
 
This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR® compliant and ENERGY2000 
compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPM 
functionality. 
As an ENERGY STAR
® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this 
product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. 
This product is complied with ENERGY STAR requirements for 
Integrated computers. 
 
						

							  
 
 
 
 
 
 
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. 
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, 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 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 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 48.077 72.188 50.000 +/+
VESA, 800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500 +/+
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, 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.000 +/+
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