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3.2 Connecting and Using a PC
3.2.1 Connecting to a PC
zSelect a connection method suitable for your PC.
 Connecting parts may differ in different products. 
Connection using the D-SUB cable (Analogue type)
1Connect the D-SUB cable to the D-SUB port on the back of the product and the RGB port on the 
PC.
2Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket, and turn on the power switch 
on the PC.
 Audio is not available if the PC and product are connected via the D-SUB port. 
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable
1Connect an HDMI-DVI cable to the HDMI port on the side of the product and the DVI port on the PC.
2Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket, and turn on the power switch 
on the PC.
 Audio is not available if the PC and product are connected via the HDMI-DVI port. 
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Connection Using an HDMI Cable (Digital Type)
1Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the side of the product and the HDMI port on the PC.
2Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket, and turn on the power switch 
on the PC.
 Be sure to connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to [ ] on the product to 
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3.2.2 Driver Installation
 zYou can set the optimum resolution and frequency for this product by installing the corresponding 
drivers for this product.
zAn installation driver is contained on the CD supplied with the product.
zIf the file provided is faulty, visit the Samsung homepage (http://www.samsung.com) and 
download the file.
 
1Insert the user manual CD provided with the product into the CD-ROM drive.
2Click "Windows Driver".
3Follow the instructions given on the screen to proceed with installation.
4Select your product model from the list of models.
5Go to Display Properties and check that the resolution and refresh rate are appropriate.
Refer to your Windows OS manual for further details.
PC System Requirements for Using the Product
 Your Central Station monitor is designed for noteb ook PC users; consider the following PC system 
requirements.
 
 zThe operating system on your PC can affect th e PC's performance for video or game playback.
zIt is recommended that you use Windows 7 for the Central Station monitor. 
ItemsSpecifications
CPU Core Core2Duo or higher
CPU Speed 2.2 GHz or higher
OS WINDOWS 7 or XP 
(Windows Vista is not supported)
Graphics driver (WINDOWS 7, XP) Intel, AMD(ATI), Nvidia
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3.2.3 Setting Optimum Resolution
An information message about setting optimum resolution will appear if you power on the product for the 
first time after purchase.
Select a language and change the resolution to the optimum value.
1Press [ ] to move to the language you want and press the [ ].
2To hide the information message, press [ ].
 zIf the optimum resolution is not selected, the message will appear up to three times for a specified 
time even when the product is turned off and on again.
zThe optimum resolution (1920 x 1080) can also be selected in Control Panel on your PC. 
The optimal resolution for this monitor is as follows:  1920 x 1080  60Hz
Follow the above settings to set the resolution.
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3.2.4 Changing the Resolution Using a PC
 zAdjust the resolution and refresh rate in Control Panel on your PC to obtain optimum picture 
quality.
zThe picture quality of TFT-LCDs may degrade if the optimum resolution is not selected. 
 Changing the Resolution on Windows XP
Go to Control Panel Display Settings and change the resolution.
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Changing the Resolution on Windows Vista
Go to Control Panel Personalization Display Settings and change the resolution.
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 Changing the Resolution on Windows 7
Go to Control Panel Display Screen Resolution and change the resolution.
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3.3 Connecting to a Video Device
zThe product can be connected to a video device.
 Connecting parts may differ in different products. 
3.3.1 Connection Using an HDMI Cable
1Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI ports on the product and video device.
2Press [ ] to change the input source to HDMI.
 Be sure to connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to [ ] on the product to 
hear audio.
 
3.4 Connecting Headphones
zConnect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to [ ] on the product. 
 Headphones will function properly if the product is  connected to a PC via USB, Wireless USB or 
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Screen Setup
Configure the screen settings such as brightness and color tone.
4.1 MAGIC
This feature provides the viewing angle, brightness, and tint to suit your preferences.
4.1.1 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle
Angle allows you to configure the settings to obtain the optimum picture quality according to your 
viewing angle.
You can enjoy similar picture quality to when you view directly in front of the product by selecting a 
viewing mode appropriate for each viewing angle.
 zThis option is not available when  Bright is in Cinema  or Dynamic Contrast mode.
zThis option is not available when  Color is enabled. 
Configuring Angle
1Press [ ] on the product.
2Press [ ] to move to  Picture and press [ ] on the product.
3Press [ ] to move to  MAGIC and press [ ] on the product.
4Press [ ] to move to  Angle and press [ ] on the product. The following screen will 
appear. 
zOff   : Select this option to view directly in front of the product.
zLean Back Mode 1   : Select this option to view from a place slightly lower than the product.
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zLean Back Mode 2  : Select this option to view from a place lower than Lean Back Mode 1 
 mode.
zStanding Mode  : Select this option to view from a place higher than the product.
zSide Mode   : Select this option to view from either side of the product.
zGroup View : Select this option for more than one viewer to view from places ,  and  .
zCustom: Lean Back Mode 1  will be applied by default if  Custom is selected.
5Press [ ] to move to the opti on you want and press the [ ].
6The selected option will be applied.
4.1.2 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright
This menu provides an optimum picture quality suitable for the environment where the product will be 
used.
 zThis menu is not available when  Angle is enabled.
zSub-options under  Bright may vary depending on the settings of "PC/AV Mode ." (See "7.5 
PC/AV Mode")
 
Configuring Bright
1Press [ ] on the product.
2Press [ ] to move to  Picture and press [ ] on the product.
3Press [ ] to move to  MAGIC and press [ ] on the product.
4Press [ ] to move to  Bright and press [ ] on the product. The following screen will 
appear.
In  PC  mode
 zAdjusting Contrast  when Bright is set to Cinema  will automatically switch the  Cinema 
mode to  Custom mode.
zAdjusting Brightness  or Contrast when  Bright is set to Dynamic Contrast  will 
automatically switch the  Dynamic Contrast mode to Custom mode.
 
zCustom : Customize the contrast and brightness as required.
zStandard : Obtain a picture quality suitable for editing documents or using Internet.
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