Samsung Syncmaster S23a950d User Manual

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Before Using the Product
 Before Using the Product
 Caution
Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time 
may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.
zIf you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time, 
activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver.
Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan on using the 
product for an extended period of time (vacation, etc).
zOtherwise, a fire may result from accumulated dust, overheating, an electric 
shock, or electric leakage. 
Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.
zYour eyesight may deteriorate.
Do not put DC power adapters together.
zOtherwise, a fire may result.
Remove the plastic bag from the DC power adapter before you use it.
zOtherwise, a fire may result.
Do not let water enter the DC power device or get the device wet.
zAn electric shock or fire may result. 
zAvoid using the product outdoors where it can be exposed to rain or snow.
zBe careful not to get the DC power adapter wet when you wash the floor.
Do not put the DC power adapter near to any heating apparatus.
zOtherwise, a fire may result.
Keep the DC power adapter in a well-ventilated area.
Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate 
your eyesight.
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Before Using the Product
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Do not hold the monitor upside-down or move it by holding the stand.
zThe product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.
Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.
zAn electric shock or fire may result.
Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.
zEye fatigue will be relieved.
Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended 
period of time as it will become hot.
Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children.
Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.
zOtherwise, children's fingers or hands may become stuck and injured.
zTilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal 
injury. 
Do not place heavy objects on the product.
zProduct failure or personal injure may result.
When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high.
zHaving the sound too loud may damage your hearing.
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Before Using the Product
 Before Using the Product
Correct posture to use the product 
Use the product in the correct posture as follows:
zStraighten your back.
zAllow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen, and look slightly 
downward at the screen. 
Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen. 
zAdjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen.
zKeep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of 
your hands.
zKeep your elbows at about a right angle.
zAdjust the height of the product so you can keep your knees bent at 90 degrees or 
more, your heels attached to the floor, and your arms lower than your heart.
Caution
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Table Of Contents
BEFORE USING THEPRODUCT2 Copyright
3 Icons used in this manual
3 Symbols for safety precautions
4 Cleaning
4 Cleaning
5 Securing the Installation Space
5 Precautions for storage 
5 Safety Precautions
5 Electricity and Safety
7 Installation 
9Operation
13 Correct posture to use the product 
PREPARATIONS19 Checking the Contents 
19 Removing the Packaging
20 Checking the Components
21 Parts
21 Frontal Buttons
23 Reverse Side
24 Tidying Up the Connected Cables
24 Kensington Lock
25 Adjusting the Product Tilt
3D26 3D
263D Mode
27 Depth
28 L/R Change
28 3D2D
29 Standard HDMI-Compatible Formats
29 Resolution Supported for PC Input (via 
the HDMI Port)
30 Playing 3D Games on a PC
31 Precautions when  Viewing 3D Video
 
						

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CONNECTING AND USING
A SOURCE DEVICE
32 Before Connecting
32 Pre-connection Checkpoints
32 Connecting the Power
33 Connecting and Using a PC
33 Connecting to a PC
35 Driver Installation
36 Setting Optimum Resolution
37 Changing the Resolution Using a PC
39 Connecting to a Video Device
39 Connection Using the HDMI Cable
39 Connecting Headphones
SCREEN SETUP40 MAGIC
40 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle
41 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright
42 Configuring  SAMSUNG MAGIC Color
43 Brightness
43 Configuring Brightness
43 Contrast
44 Configuring Contrast
44 Sharpness
44 Configuring Sharpness
45 Response Time
45 Configuring Response Time 
45 HDMI Black Level
CONFIGURING TINT47 Red
47 Configuring  Red
47 Green
47 Configuring Green
 
						

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48 Blue
48 Configuring Blue
48 Color Tone
49 Configuring the Color Tone  Settings
50 Gamma
50 Configuring Gamma
RESIZING OR
RELOCATING THE SCREEN51 Image Size
51 Changing the  Image Size
52 H-Position
52 Configuring H-Position
52 V-Position
52 Configuring V-Position
53 Menu H-Position
53 Configuring Menu H-Position
53 Menu V-Position
54 Configuring Menu V-Position
SETUP AND RESET55 ECO
55Eco Motion Sensor
56 Eco Light Sensor
58 Eco Saving
59 Eco Icon Display
61 Menu Transparency 
61 Changing  Menu Transparency
61 Language
61 Changing the  Language
62 PC/AV Mode
62 Configuring PC/AV Mode Settings
63 Auto Source 
63 Configuring  Auto Source
 
						

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63 Display Time
63 Configuring Display Time
64 Key Repeat Time 
64 Configuring Key Repeat Time
65 Customized Key
65 Configuring Customized Key 
65 Off Timer On/Off 
65 Configuring  Off Timer On/Off
66 Off Timer Setting 
66 Configuring Off Timer Setting
67 Reset
67 Initializing Settings ( Reset)
INFORMATION MENU AND
OTHERS68 INFORMATION
68 Displaying INFORMATION
68 Configuring Brightne ss in the Startup 
Screen
68 Configuring Volume  in the Startup 
Screen
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE70 Requirements Before Contacting 
Samsung Customer Service Center
70 Testing the Product
70 Checking the Resolution and Frequency
70 Check the followings.
73 Q & A
SPECIFICATIONS75 General
77 PowerSaver
78 Standard Signal Mode Table
 
						

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APPENDIX
81 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE
87 Correct Disposal of 
This Product (Waste 
Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
88 Terminology
INDEX
 
						

							191 Preparations
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Preparations
1.1 Checking the Contents 
1.1.1 Removing the Packaging
1Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with 
a sharp instrument. 
2Remove the Styrofoam from the product.
3Check the components and remove the Styrofoam and plastic bag.
 zThe appearance of actual components may differ from the image shown.
zThis image is for reference only. 
4Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future.
 
						

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Preparations
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1 Preparations
1.1.2 Checking the Components
 zContact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing.
zThe appearance of the components and items sold  separately may differ from the image shown. 
Components
 zComponents may differ in different locations.
zThe cleaning cloth is only supplied with the black high-glossy model. 
Quick Setup GuideWarranty 
(Not available in some locations)
User Manual
Cleaning clothPower cableDC power adapter
3D Glasses & 3D Glasses User 
Manual  DVI-Dual cable Wire holders