Samsung Syncmaster 971p Quick Start Guide

							  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
   
     
 
 
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SyncMaster 971P
 
						

							    
 
 
 
 
    
Notational 
 
Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to 
equipment.  
 
 
 
Prohibited Important to read and understand at all times 
Do not disassemble Disconnect the plug from the outlet 
Do not touch Grounding to prevent an electric shock 
 
 
 
 
 
  Power 
  
When not used for extended period of  time, set your computer to DPMS.  
If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode.  
 
						

							 
 
 Do not use a damaged or loose plug. 
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
 
  Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands. 
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
 
  Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. 
zAn improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.  
 
 
 
  Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose. 
zA bad connection may cause fire.  
 
 
 
  
  Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon 
them, which could cause damage.  
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
 
  
  Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet.  
zThis may cause fire.  
 
 
 
  
  Do not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor.  
zA surge may be caused by the separation and may damage the monitor. 
 
 
 
  
  Do not use the power cord when the connector or plug is dusty.  
zIf the connector or plug of the power cord is dusty, clean it with a dry 
cloth. 
zUsing the power cord with a dusty plug or connector may cause an 
electric shock or fire.  
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
  Installation  
  
  Be sure to contact an authorized Service Center when installing your set in a 
location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, and 
chemical substances, or where it will be operated for 24 hours continuously 
such as an airport, train station or etc.  
 
Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your set.
 
 
Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. 
zFailure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire inside the monitor.  
 
 
Do not drop the monitor when moving it. 
zThis may cause damage to the product or human body.  
 
 
Install the monitor base in a showcase or shelf so that the end of the 
base does not protrude from the showcase or shelf. 
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal 
injury.  
 
 
Do not place the product on an unstable or small surface area. 
zPlace the product on an even, stable surface, as the product may fall 
and cause harm to someone walking by, specifically children.  
 
 
Do not place the product on the floor. 
zSomeone, specifically children could trip over it.  
 
 
Keep any flammable objects such as candles, insecticides or cigarettes 
away from the product. 
zOtherwise, this may cause a fire.  
 
 
Keep any heating devices away from the power cable. 
zA melted coating may lead to electric shock or fire.  
 
 
Do not install the product in places with poor ventilation, for instance, a 
bookshelf, closet, etc. 
zAny increase in internal temperature may cause fire.  
 
						

							 
 
Set down the monitor carefully. 
zThe monitor could be damaged or broken.  
 
 
Do not place the monitor face down. 
zThe TFT-LCD surface may be damaged.  
 
 
Installing a wall bracket must be done by a qualified professional. 
zInstallation by unqualified personnel may result in injury.  
zAlways use the mounting device specified in the owners manual.  
 
 
When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall  
(more than 10 cm/4 inch ) for ventilation purposes. 
zPoor ventilation may cause an increase in the internal temperature of 
the product, resulting in a shortened component life and degraded 
performance.  
 
 
 
  
  Keep the plastic packaging (bag) out of childrens reach.  
zThe plastic packaging (bag) may cause suffocation if children play with 
it.  
 
 
 
 
 
  Clean  
  
When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with 
a slightly moistened, soft fabric. 
 
 
Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor. 
zThis may cause damage, electric shock or fire.  
 
 
						

							 
Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth.  
 
 
If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it 
properly with a dry cloth. 
zA dirty connector may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product. 
zOtherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.  
 
 
Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and wipe the product using 
a soft, dry cloth. 
zDo not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, 
insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent.  
 
 
Contact the Service Center or Customer Center for interior cleaning 
once a year. 
zKeep the products interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the 
interior over an extended period of time may cause malfunction or fire.  
 
 
 
 
 
  Others  
  
Do not remove cover (or back). 
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.  
zRefer servicing to qualified service personnel.  
 
 
If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any 
unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and 
contact an authorized dealer or service.  
zThis may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
Keep the product away from places exposed to oil, smoke or moisture; 
do not install inside a vehicle.  
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.  
zEspecially avoid operating the monitor near water or outdoors where the 
monitor could be exposed to snow or rain.  
 
						

							 
 
If the monitor is dropped or the casing is damaged, turn the monitor off 
and unplug the power cord. Then contact the Service Center. 
zThe monitor may malfunction, causing an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
Disconnect the plug from the outlet during storms or lightening or if it is 
not used for a long period of time. 
zFailure to do so may cause an electric shock or fire.  
 
 
Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal 
cable. 
zThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to 
the cable.  
 
 
Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the 
signal cable. 
zThis may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to 
the cable.  
 
 
Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. 
zBad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire.  
 
 
Do not place water containers, chemical products or small metal objects 
on the monitor. 
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.  
zIf a foreign substance enters the monitor, unplug the power cord and 
contact the Service Center .  
 
 
Keep the product away from combustible chemical sprays or 
inflammable substances. 
zThis may cause an explosion or fire.  
 
Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings.  
zThis may cause an electric shock, fire or injury.  
 
						

							 
Do not insert metal objects such as chopsticks, wire and gimlet or 
inflammable objects such as paper and match into the vent, headphone 
port or AV ports. 
zIt may cause a fire or an electric shock. If an alien substances or water 
flows into the product, turn the product off, unplug the power connector 
from the wall outlet and contact Service Center.  
 
 
If you view a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual image 
or blurriness may appear. 
zChange the mode to energy save or set a screensaver to moving 
picture when you need to be away from the monitor for an extended 
period of time.  
 
 
Adjust the resolution and frequency to the levels appropriate for the 
model. 
zInappropriate resolution may cause undesirable picture quality.  
 
19 inch (48 cm) - 1280 X 1024
 
 
Be careful that adapter should not be in contact with water and 
therefore not be wet. 
zThis may cause malfunction, an electric shock or fire.  
zDo not use adapter by the waterside or outside particularly when it rains 
or snows.  
zBe careful that adapter should not be wet while cleaning floor with 
water.  
 
 
Keep all power adapters apart. 
zFailure to do so may cause fire. 
 
 
Keep power adapter away from any other heat source. 
zFailure to do so may cause fire. 
 
Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adapter before use. 
zFailure to do so may cause fire. 
 
 
Always keep power adapter in well-ventilated area. 
 
Watching the monitor continuously at a too close angle may result in 
 
						

							eyesight damage. 
 
To ease eye strain, take at least a five-minute break after every hour of 
using the monitor. 
 
 
Do not install the product on an unstable, uneven surface or a location 
prone to vibrations. 
zDropping the product may cause damage to the product or personal 
injury. Using the product in a location prone to vibrations may shorten 
the lifetime of the product or may catch fire.  
 
When moving the monitor, turn off and unplug the power cord.  
Make sure that all cables, including the antenna cable and cables 
connected to other devices, are disconnected before moving the 
monitor. 
zFailure to disconnect a cable may damage it and lead to fire or an 
electric shock.  
 
 
Place the product out of childrens reach, as they could damage it by 
hanging onto it. 
zA falling product could cause physical damage even death.  
 
When not using the product for an extended time period, keep the 
product unplugged 
zOtherwise, this may cause heat emission from the accumulated dirt or 
degraded insulation, leading to electric shock or fire.  
 
Do not place childrens favorite objects (or anything else that may be 
tempting) on the product. 
zChildren may try to climb on the product to retrieve an object. The 
product could fall, causing physical damage or even death.  
 
 
 
 
Proper Seating Posture During Monitor Use
 
zPeriodically take a 10 minute break every hour or so to relieve 
eye strain. 
zPosition the monitor so that your eyes are slightly higher than 
the display panel. 
zAdjust the LCD screen panel angle so that the panel faces 
downwards. 
zAdjust the LCD screen panel so that the reflection of the 
illumination is minimized for your comfort. 
zKeep your arms parallel to the floor and lightly place your 
hands on the keyboard. 
zPosition the monitor or chair so that your eyes are slightly 
higher than the display panel.