Samsung Syncmaster B1940mr User Manual

							Installing the Software4-3
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows Vista 32Bit 
• Windows 7 32Bit 
 For MagicRotation, Windows 2000 or later is recommended.  
Hardware
• At least 128MB of memory(recommended) 
• At least 25MB of free space on the hard disk drive 
Service Packs
• It is recommended that your System has the latest Service Pack installed. 
• For Windows™ NT 4.0, it is recommended to install Internet Explorer 5.0 and above with Active Desktop component. 
 • For more information, refer to the website.
• Windows™ is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation,Inc. 
 
Removing the Software
You can only remove MagicRotation through [Add or Remove Programs ] in Windows.
To remove MagicRotation, complete the following steps.
1.Click [Start] select [Settings], and select [Control Panel] from the menu.
For Windows XP, click [Start], and select [Control Panel] from the menu. 
2.Double-click the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in the Control Panel. 
3.In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select MagicRotation so that it is highlighted. 
4.Click [Change or Remove Programs] to remove the software. 
5.Select [Yes] to start removing MagicRotation. 
6.Wait until a message box appears informing you that the software has been removed completely. 
 For technical support, the FAQ (frequently asked questions) or information about the software upgrade for MagicRotation, 
please visit our website. 
 
 
						

							4-4Installing the Software
4-4 MultiScreen
What is MultiScreen ?
MultiScreen enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections.
Installing the Software
1.Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 
2.Select the MultiScreen setup program.
 If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the 
MultiScreen setup file on the CD-ROM.
 
3.When the Installation Wizard appears, click [Next].
4.Complete the remaining software installation steps according to the instructions displayed on the screen.
 • The software may not work properly if you do not restart the computer after the installation.
• The MultiScreen icon may not appear depending on the computer system and the product specifications.
• If the shortcut icon does not appear, press the F5 key.
 
Restrictions and Problems with the Installation (MultiScreen)
The MultiScreen installation may be affected by the graphics card, motherboard and the networking environment. 
Operating System
OS
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows Vista 32Bit 
• Windows 7 32Bit 
 For MultiScreen, the operating systems Windows 2000 or later is recommended.  
Hardware
• At least 32MB of memory 
• At least 60MB of free space on the hard disk drive 
Removing the Software 
Click [Start], select [Settings]/[Control Panel], and then double-click [Add or Remove Programs]. 
Select MultiScreen from the program list and click the [Add/Delete] button. 
 
						

							Troubleshooting5-1
5 Troubleshooting
5-1 Monitor Self-Diagnosis
 • You can check if the product is working properly using the Self-Diagnosis function.
• If a blank screen is displayed and the Power LED blinks even if the product and the PC are properly connected, perform 
the self-diagnosis function according to the procedures below.
 
1.Turn the product and the PC off.
2.Separate the signal cable from the product .
3.Turn the product on. 
4.If the product is working properly, the  message appears.
In this case, if a blank screen is displayed again, make sure that there is no problem with the PC and the connection. The product 
is working properly.
 
						

							5-2Troubleshooting
5-2 Before Requesting Service
 Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest 
Samsung Electronics Service Center.
 
A blank screen appears / I cannot turn the product on
Is the power cord connected properly? Check the connection status of the power cord.
Is the  message displayed on the 
screen?(Connected using the D-sub cable)
Check the cable connecting the PC and the product.
(Connected using the DVI cable)
If the message appears on the screen even if the cable is 
properly connected, recheck the input signal by pressing the [ 
 ] button of the product.
Is the  message displayed on the 
screen? This occurs when the signal from the graphics card exceeds 
the maximum resolution or the maximum frequency of the 
product.
In this case, set up the appropriate resolution and the fre-
quency for the product.
Is a blank screen displayed and does the power LED blink at 
a 1 second interval?1.This occurs when the power saving function is running.
If you click the mouse or press any key, the screen will be 
turned on.
2.This occurs when two monitors are connected, 
 is  and Magictune is running. In this 
case, characters on the Magictune OSD may appear 
corrupted. To run the Magictune, the  must 
be set to . Please restart your PC, set the 
 to  and run the Magictune.
Did you connect with a DVI cable? If you connect the DVI cable when the PC has booted up or if 
you reconnect the DVI cable after disconnecting the cable 
while using a PC, the screen may not be displayed because 
some graphics cards do not output the video signal.
In this case, reboot the PC while the DVI cable is connected.
THE IMAGE IS TOO LIGHT OR TOO DARK.
Adjust the  and .
(Refer to the , )
The display brightness can differ according to the mode set for .
 If  is set to , the display brightness can differ according to the input signal.
The on screen adjustment menu (OSD) does not appear.
Did you cancel the screen adjustment? Check if the  function is set to Off.
The color is weird / The picture is displayed in black and white
Is the entire screen displayed in the same color as if viewing 
the screen through a cellophane paper? Check the cable connection to the computer.
Reinsert the graphics card into the computer completely.
Check if the  is set to .
Is the graphics card configured correctly? Set up the graphics card referring to the user manual. 
 
						

							Troubleshooting5-2
The display area suddenly moves to an edge or to the center.
Did you change the graphics card or the driver? Please press the [AUTO] button to run the auto adjustment 
function.
Did you change the resolution and frequency appropriate to 
the product?Set the resolution and the frequency to the appropriate values 
in the graphics card 
refer to the (Standard Signal Mode Table) 
Is the graphics card configured correctly? Set up the graphics card referring to the user manual. 
The pictures are out-of-focus.
Did you change the resolution and the frequency appropriate 
to the product?Set the resolution and the frequency to the appropriate values 
in the graphics card
refer to the (Standard Signal Mode Table) 
The color is displayed in 16 bit (16 colors). The color has been changed after changing the graphics card.
Did you install the device driver for the product? Windows XP : Set the color again by selecting Control Panel 
→ Display → Settings.
Windows Vista : Change the color settings by selecting ” Con-
trol Panel” → “Appearance and Personalization”→”Personal-
ization”→” Resolution”.
Windows 7
 : Change the color settings by selecting “Control 
Panel” → “Personalization
”→”Display”→”Change display set-
tings”
→”Advanced settings”→”Monitor”.
Is the graphics card configured correctly? Configure the color again in accordance with the new graph-
ics card driver. 
When I connect the monitor, the Unknown monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found message is displayed.
Did you install the device driver for the product? Install the device driver referring to the descriptions about the 
driver installation.
Check if all the Plug&Play (VESA DDC) functions are sup-
ported referring to the User Manual of the graphics card.Install the device driver referring to the descriptions about the 
driver installation.
When I look at the exterior edges of the product, small alien substances appear on it. 
Since this product is designed so that the color has a soft appearance by coating it with a transparent material over the black 
edges, such things may be seen. This is not a defect of the product.
A “beep, beep” sound is heard when booting the computer.
If the beep sound is generated 3 or more times when booting up the computer, please request service for the computer.
WHEN USING THE PRODUCT WITH A COMPUTER WHICH SUPPORTS THE HDCP (HIGH-BANDWIDTH DIGITAL 
CONTENT PROTECTION) FUNCTION AND THE HDCP FUNCTION DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY, PLEASE CHANGE 
THE RELEVANT SETTING AS FOLLOWS:
Change the setting to enable the HDCP function to work properly.
Changing the setting: [MENU] ->  ->  ->  
In this case, the monitors screen size is enlarged. To change the enlarged screen size, change the relevant setting as follows:
Changing the setting: [MENU] ->  ->  -> 
 
						

							5-3Troubleshooting
5-3 FAQ
FAQ!PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING!
How can I change the frequency of the video signal? You have to change the frequency of the graphics card.
(For more information, refer to the User Manual of the com-
puter or the graphics card.)
How can I change the resolution? Windows XP : Change the resolution by selecting Control 
Panel 
→ Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings.
Windows Vista : Change the resolution by selecting “Control 
Panel”→“Appearance and Personalization”→“Personaliza-
tion”→“Resolution”.
Windows 7 : Change the resolution by selecting “Control 
Panel”→“Personalization”→“Display”→“Adjust resolution”.
(For more information, refer to the User Manual of the com-
puter or the graphics card.)
How can I use the power saving function?
Windows XP : Configure it by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Appearance and Themes 
→ Display  → Screen Saver Set-
ting or configure it in the BIOS Setup of the computer.
Windows Vista : Change settings by selecting “Control Panel”
→ “Appearance and Personalization”→“Personalization”→
“Screen Saver”. You can also use the BIOS SETUP menu on 
the PC.
Windows 7 : Change settings by selecting “Control Panel”→
“Personalization”→“Screen Saver”. You can also use the 
BIOS SETUP menu on the PC.
(For more information, refer to the User Manual of the com-
puter or the graphics card.)
 
						

							More Information6-1
6 More Information
6-1 Specifications
 Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  Class B (Information Communication equipment for residential use)
This device has been registered regarding EMI for home use (Class B). It may be used in all areas. (Class B equipment 
emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)
 
MODEL NAMEB1740R/B1740RX
LCD Panel
Size 17 inches (43 cm)
Display area 337.92 mm (H) x 270.336 mm (V) 
Pixel Pitch 0.264 mm (H) x 0.264 mm (V)
Synchroniza-
tionHorizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz
Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz
Display Color 16.7 M
ResolutionOptimum resolution 1280 x 1024 @60Hz
Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024 @75Hz
Input Signal, TerminatedRGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Interface) Compliant Digital RGB
0.7 Vp-p ± 5%
separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG
TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0V, V low ≤ 0.8V)
Maximum Pixel Clock 135 MHz  (Analog, Digital)
Power SupplyThis product supports 100 – 240 V. Since the standard voltage may differ from 
country to country, please check the label on the back of the product.
Signal Cable15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable,  Detachable
DVI-D to DVI-D connector,  Detachable
Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (HAS stand)373.5 x 314.5x 68mm ( 14.7 x 12.4 x 2.7 inches) (Without Stand)
373.5 x 330.4 x 190.0mm ( 14.7 x 13.0 x 7.5 inches) / 4.3 kg ( 9.5  Ibs) (With 
Stand)
Environmen-
tal consider-
ationsOperatingTemperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)
Humidity :10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing
StorageTemperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)
Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing
Tilt -5°~22°
 
						

							6-2More Information
6-2 Power Saving Function
This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor 
to 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 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 system operates with a VESA DPM compliant video card installed in your 
computer. Use the software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature.
 If there is no power cut-off switch, the power consumption is 0 only when the power cord is disconnected.
 
STATENORMAL OPERATIONPOWER SAVING MODEPOWER OFF
Power Indicator On Blinking Off
Power Consumption 20 WLess than 
0.3 wattsLess than 
0.3 watts
 
						

							More Information6-3
6-3 Specifications
 Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.  Class B (Information Communication equipment for residential use)
This device has been registered regarding EMI for home use (Class B). It may be used in all areas. (Class B equipment 
emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)
 
MODEL NAMEB1940M/B1940MX
LCD Panel
Size 18.5 inches (47 cm)
Display area 409.8 mm (H) x 230.4 mm (V) 
Pixel Pitch 0.300 mm (H) x 0.300 mm (V)
Synchroniza-
tionHorizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz
Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz
Display Color 16.7 M
ResolutionOptimum resolution 1360 x 768 @60Hz
Maximum resolution 1360 x 768 @75Hz
Input Signal, TerminatedRGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Interface) Compliant Digital RGB
0.7 Vp-p ± 5%
separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG
TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0V, V low ≤ 0.8V)
Maximum Pixel Clock 137 MHz  (Analog, Digital)
Power SupplyThis product supports 100 – 240 V. Since the standard voltage may differ from 
country to country, please check the label on the back of the product.
Signal Cable15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable,  Detachable
DVI-D to DVI-D connector,  Detachable
Audio Signal
Audio Input 1pin, PC Audio Signal Input
Audio Output 1pin, Earphone Connector
Speaker 1Watt x 2
Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight (HAS stand)443.4 x 272.5 x 69.5 mm ( 17.5 x 10.7 x 2.7 inches) (Without Stand)
443.4 x 323.7 x 190 mm ( 17.5 x 12.7 x 7.5 inches) / 4.3 kg ( 9.5  Ibs) (With 
Stand)
Environmen-
tal consider-
ationsOperatingTemperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)
Humidity :10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing
StorageTemperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)
Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing
Tilt -5°~22°
 
						

							6-4More Information
6-4 Power Saving Function
This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor 
to 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 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 system operates with a VESA DPM compliant video card installed in your 
computer. Use the software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature.
 If there is no power cut-off switch, the power consumption is 0 only when the power cord is disconnected.
 
STATENORMAL OPERATIONPOWER SAVING MODEPOWER OFF
Power Indicator On Blinking Off
Power Consumption 22 WLess than 
0.3 wattsLess than 
0.3 watts