Samsung Syncmaster 970p Quick Start Guide

							Is the monitor 
connected using the 
DVI cable?You may get a blank screen if you boot the 
system before you connect the DVI cable, or 
disconnect and then reconnect the DVI cable 
while the system is running as certain types of 
graphic cards do not send out video signals. 
Connect the DVI cable and then reboot the 
system.
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 
MagicTune™ program.
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 MagicTune™ program.
The screen is out of 
focus.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).
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. 
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 Download the latest program. The program can 
be downloaded 
 
						

							 
graphic card?http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune .
Visit our website and download the installation software for MagicTune™ MAC.
 
 
 
 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 56Hz ~ 75Hz.   (Do not exceed 75Hz 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 com
puter to reinstall the adapter (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 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 in the illustration below.  
 
 
						

							 
 
This box 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, the message below 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,Recommended 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.  
 
						

							 
 
 General  
General
Model Name SyncMaster 770P
LCD Panel
Size 17 Diagonal (43 cm)
Display area 337.92mm (H) x 270.336mm (V)
Pixel Pitch 0.264mm  (H) x 0.264mm (V)
Type a-si TFT active matrix
Synchronization
Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz (Analog/Digital)
Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz (Analog/Digital)
Display Color
16.7 M Colors 
Resolution
Optimum resolution 1280 x 1024@60 Hz
Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024@75 Hz
Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Interface) Compliant Digital RGB 
0.7 Vp-p±5 %, positive bright 75  Ω ±10 % (terminated) 
Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG, TTL level, positive or negative
Maximum Pixel Clock
140 MHz (Analog/Digital) 
Power Supply
AC 100 ~ 240 VAC ±10 %, 60/50 Hz ± 3 Hz
Signal Cable
DVI-A to D-SUB Cabl e , Detachable, 1.8 m 
DVI-I to DVI-I connector,  Detachable, 2.0 m (Option)
Signal Connectors
 
						

							15pin 3-row D-sub connector, 24pin 3-row DVI-I connector
Power Consumption
Less than 40 W 
Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight
380 x 242 x 488 mm(15 x 9.5 x 19.2 inch) / 6.0 kg
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 inst alled on any Plug & Play  compatible system. Intera ction of the monitor and 
computer systems will provide the be st 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 1ppm
(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.  
 
zFor example, the number of TFT LCD sub 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 po wer 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 automati cally 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 syst em operates with a VESA DPMS co mpliant 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 off
 
Power Indicator Blue Black Black
Power Consumption Less than 40 W Less than 1 W 
(Off-mode) Less than 1 W
 
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 t
he same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the 
screen will be adjusted automatically (Exception : 640 x 480/60 Hz, 720 x 400/70Hz, 800 x 600/60 
Hz) 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)
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 -/-
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 -/+
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, 1152 x 864 67.500 75.000 108.00 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 960 60.000 60.000 108.00 +/+
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 
 
						

							 
 
 General  
General
Model Name SyncMaster 970P
LCD Panel
Size 19 Diagonal (48 cm)
Display area 376.32 mm (H) x 301.056 mm (V)
Pixel Pitch 0.294 mm (H) x 0.294 mm (V)
Type a-si TFT active matrix
Synchronization
Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz (Analog/Digital)
Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz (Analog/Digital)
Display Color
16.7 M Colors 
Resolution
Optimum resolution 1280 x 1024@60 Hz
Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024@75 Hz
Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Interface) Compliant Digital RGB  
0.7 Vp-p±5 %, positive bright 75  Ω±10 % (terminated)  
Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG, TTL level, positive or negative
Maximum Pixel Clock
140 MHz (Analog/Digital) 
Power Supply
AC 100 ~ 240 VAC ±10 %, 60/50 Hz ± 3 Hz
Signal Cable
DVI-A to D-SUB Cabl e , Detachable, 1.8 m 
DVI-I to DVI-I connector,  Detachable, 2.0 m (Option)
Signal Connectors
 
						

							15pin 3-row D-sub connector, 24pin 3-row DVI-I connector
Power Consumption
Less than 40 W 
Dimensions (WxDxH)/ Weight
424 x 242 x 507 mm(16.7 x 9.5 x 20.0 inch) / 7.1 kg
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 inst alled on any Plug & Play  compatible system. Intera ction of the monitor and 
computer systems will provide the be st 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 1ppm
(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.  
 
zFor example, the number of TFT LCD sub 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 po wer 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 automati cally 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 syst em operates with a VESA DPMS co mpliant 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 off
 
Power Indicator Blue Black Black
Power Consumption Less than 40 W Less than 1 W 
(Off-mode) Less than 1 W
 
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 t
he same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the 
screen will be adjusted automatically (Exception : 640 x 480/60 Hz, 720 x 400/70Hz, 800 x 600/60 
Hz) 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)
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 -/- 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 -/+
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, 1152 x 864 67.500 75.000 108.00 +/+
VESA, 1280 x 960 60.000 60.000 108.00 +/+
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 
 
						

							 
 
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