Samsung Syncmaster C27a750x User Manual

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connected to another input source (
Analog/USB/ HDMI ). The  Connecting to PC…  message will be 
displayed while connecti on is attempted.
To establish a Wireless USB connection when  Auto Wireless Detection is set to Off, press [ ] to switch 
to  Wireless USB  mode. The Connecting to PC…  message will be displayed while connection is 
attempted. Deactivating the Wireless USB mode will automatically restore the previous mode.
2.3.2 Connecting to a PC via the USB Cable
Connect the USB cable to [ ] on the back of the product and USB 
on the PC.
 The product is compatible with a USB 2.0 cable. However, it is best to use a USB 3.0 cable for the 
product to function fully.
 
Connecting to a PC using the USB cable
1Connect a desktop PC  to the product using the USB cable.
2Press [ ] to change the input  source for the product to USB mode.
3The product will display the PC scre en if the connection is established.
Automatic/manual USB cable connection
The input source will automatically change to  USB mode if a USB cable connects to the product and a 
PC. The USB mode will be given top priority even when the product is in power-saving mode or is 
connected to another source ( Analog/HDMI ). If the input source does not switch to  USB mode 
automatically, press [ ] to switch to  USB mode.
 zTop priority will be given to Wireless USB mode if the product is connected to Wireless USB and a 
USB cable at the same time.
zDisconnecting the USB cable will automatically restore the previous mode. 
2.4 Utilizing "Central Station"
Central Station is only available when  the product is connected to a PC via Wir eless USB or a USB cable.
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2.4.1 Using the Product as a USB HUB
Using the product as a hub, connect and use various source devices with the product at the same time.
A PC cannot connect to multiple source devices at  the same time as it has a limited number of input/
output ports available. The HUB feature on the prod uct will improve your work efficiency by allowing you 
to connect multiple source devices to the USB ports on the product at the same time without connecting 
them to a PC.
 zThe product is compatible with a USB 2.0 cable. However, your PC should support USB 3.0 for 
the HUB function to work fully.
zIf you experience a communication problem with a PC that provides the USB 3.0 function, 
download and install the latest driver version from the PC manufacturer.\
 
Using the Product as a USB HUB
If multiple source devices are connected to the PC, the many cables around the PC may look messy. 
Connecting the devices directly to the product will resolve such inconvenience.
 zTo detect and start a source device faster, connect the device to the blue USB 3.0 port on the left 
side of the product.
zAn external mass-storage HDD requires external power supply. Be sure to connect it to a power 
source.
 
USB3.0 CABLE
Wlreless USB
Wlreless USB
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Connect a mobile IT device such as an MP3 player or
 smart phone to the product when connected to a 
PC. This allows you to use the device from the PC or charge the battery on the device.
 zTo charge the battery of a device, be sure to connect the device to the blue USB 3.0 port on the 
left side of the product.
zBattery charging is available in power-saving mode, but not available when the product is powered 
off.
zNote that the battery will not be charged if the power cable is disconnected from the power socket. 
Connect multiple source devices to  the product and use the device you want by changing the input 
source.
2.4.2 Connecting to a LAN 
"Central Station" allows you to use the Internet from  a PC when you connect a LAN cable to the product 
(if the product is connected to the PC), without having to connect the LAN cable directly to the PC.
This is achieved by an internal chip that transmits  data received via the LAN cable to the PC as a 
converted USB signal.
Connecting to a LAN via Wireless USB
Wlreless USB
USB3.0 CABLE
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Connecting to a LAN via USB cable
 This product cannot connect to multiple source PCs at the same time and vice versa.
 
LANUSB CABLE
 
						

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Connecting and Using a Source Device
3.1 Before Connecting
3.1.1 Pre-connection Checkpoints
zBefore connecting a source device, read the user manual provided with it.
The number and locations of ports on source devices may differ from device to device.
zDo not connect the power cable until all connections are completed.
Connecting the power ca ble during connection may damage the product.
zCheck the types of ports at the back of the product you want to connect.
 
						

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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/sec) and 
download the file.
 
1Insert the user manual CD provided with the prod uct 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 CPU requirements
 Your Central Station monitor is designed for notebook PC users; consider the following PC system 
requirements.
 
 zThe operating system on your PC can affect the PC's performance for vide\
o or game playback.
zIt is recommended that you use Windows 7 for the Central Station monitor. 
ItemsSpecifications
CPU Core Core 2Duo
CPU Speed 2.2Ghz
OS WINDOWS 7 or XP 
(Windows Vista is not supported)
Graphics driver (WINDOWS 7, XP) Intel, ATI, nVidia
RAM 2GB
 
						

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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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