Samsung Syncmaster 961bf Quick Start Guide

							PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free) 
 
LCD Monitors and TVs may have an image retention when switching from one image to another 
especially after displaying a stationary image for a long time.  
This guide is to demonstrate a 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 b
y 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 20 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 the panel operates at a higher response speed than its original speed.
RTA OFF Deactivates the RTA function so that the panel operates at its original response speed.
If you turn the power off and on again after switch ing RTA off, the RTA function is automatically 
switched On (Factory Setting)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Package Contents
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
Manual
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Quick Setup Guide
Warranty Card  
(Not available in all  locations) Users Guide, Monitor Driver, 
Natural Color software,  AutoRotation software 
Cable
 
 
Power Cord D-sub Cable  
Sold separately
   
 DVI Cable
This is an accessory that can be added depending on the model.  
 
 
 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 Movie, Dynamic Contrast. Each 
mode has its own pre-configured brightness value. You can easily 
select one of seven settings by simply 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 brightness and contrast by using the 
OSD menu.  
 
2) Text  For documentations or works involving heavy text.  
 
3) Internet  For working with a mixture of images such as texts and graphics.  
 
4) Game  For watching motion pictures such as a game.  
 
5) Sport  For watching motion pictures such as a sport.  
 
6) Movie  For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD.  
 
7) Dynamic Contrast  Dynamic Contrast is to automaticall y 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 
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Not available in MagicBright™ mode of Dynamic Contrast.
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 IN 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 yo ur 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 port Connect the DVI Cable to the DV I IN 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 purchased 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 monitor into a nearby outlet. 
Use a connection appropriate to the computer you are using. 
 
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) connector on the video card.  
- Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI IN Port on the back of your Monitor.  
   [DVI IN] 
 Connected to a Macintosh.  
- Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D-sub connection cable.
 
Turn on your computer and monitor. If your monitor displays an image, installation is completed. 
 
 
Cable Fix Ring  
When connecting the cable is finished fix the cables to the Cable 
Fix Ring. 
 
						

							 
 
 
 
 Rotating the monitor
 
 (When pivoting the monitor, rotation angle is displayed on screen of the monitor.)
0° 90°
 
When rotating the screen, make sure to tilt the monitor 45 to 65 degrees so that it does not touch the 
floor. When tilting the screen backwards, do not tilt it more than 65 degrees.
     
 
  
 
						

							 Model
 
 
 Monitor Driver 
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 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 click the Continue Anyway button. Then click the 
OK button (Microsoft® Windows® XP/2000 Operating System).  
  
 
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