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Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any 
problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call 

the phone number on the Information 

section or contact your dealer

.

 
 

Symptom

Check List

Solutions

No images on the 
screen. I cannot turn on 
the monitor.

Is the power cord connected 
properly?

Check the power cord connection and 
supply. 

Can you see 

"Check Signal 

Cable"

 on the screen? 

Check the signal cable connection.

If the power is on, reboot the 
computer to see the initial 
screen(the login screen), which 
can be seen. 

If the initial screen (the login screen) 
appears, boot the computer in the 
applicable mode (the safe mode for 
Windows ME/XP/2000) and then 
change the frequency of the video card. 
(Refer to the 

Preset Timing Modes

Note: If the initial screen (the login 
screen) does not appear, 

contact the 

Service Center or your dealer

.  

Can you see 

"Not Optimum 

Mode","Recommanded 
Mode 1280 x 1024 60Hz"

 on 

the screen? 

You can see this message when the 
signal from the video card exceeds the 
maximum resolution and frequency that 
the monitor can handle properly.  
 
Adjust the maximum resolution and 
frequency that the monitor can handle 
properly. 
 
If the display exceeds SXGA or 75Hz, a 

"Not Optimum 
Mode","Recommanded Mode 1280 x 
1024 60Hz"

 message is displayed. If 

the display exceeds 85Hz, the display 
will work properly but the 

"Not 

Optimum Mode","Recommanded 
Mode 1280 x 1024 60Hz"

 message 

appears for one minute and then 
disappears.  
Please change to the recommended 
mode during this one-minute period.  
(The message is displayed again if the 
system is rebooted.) 

There is no image on the 
screen.  
Is the power indicator on the 
monitor blinking at 1 second 

The monitor is in PowerSaver mode. 
 
press a key on the keyboard to activate 
the monitor and restore the image on 

Summary of Contents for 914V - SyncMaster 19 Inch LCD Monitor

Page 1: ...Install drivers Install programs SyncMaster 914V...

Page 2: ...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 an extended period of...

Page 3: ...uld cause damage z This may cause an electric shock or fire Do not connect too many extension cords or plugs to an outlet z This may cause fire Installation Be sure to contact an authorized service ce...

Page 4: ...duct on the floor z Someone specifically children could trip over it Keep any flammable objects such as candles insecticides or cigarettes away from the product z Otherwise this may cause a fire Keep...

Page 5: ...ipe with a slightly moistened soft fabric Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor z This may cause damage electric shock or fire Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth If th...

Page 6: ...nside a vehicle z This may cause malfunction an electric shock or fire z Especially avoid operating the monitor near water or outdoors where it could be exposed to snow or rain If the monitor is dropp...

Page 7: ...ts such as paper and match into the vent headphone port or AV ports z It may cause a fire or an electric shock If an alien substances or water flows into the product turn the product off unplug the po...

Page 8: ...monitor z Failure to disconnect cables may damage it and lead to fire or an electric shock Place the product out of children s reach as they could damage it by hanging onto it z A falling product cou...

Page 9: ...e missing contact your dealer Contact a local dealer to buy optional items Unpacking Monitor Monitor Bottom Hanger Manual Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card Not available in all locations User s Guide Mo...

Page 10: ...ur taste If this is the case adjust the brightness and contrast by using the OSD menu 2 Text Normal brightness For documentations or works involving heavy text 3 Internet Medium brightness For working...

Page 11: ...Power port Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor D sub 15 pin port Connect the signal cable to the 15 pin D sub port on the back of your monitor Kensing...

Page 12: ...rd Connect the signal cable to the 15 pin D sub port on the back of your monitor 2 2 Connected to a Macintosh Connect the monitor to the Macintosh computer using the D SUB connection cable 2 3 In the...

Page 13: ...unting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting Pad and secure it with four screws that came with the arm type base wall mount hanger or other base Installing the Monitor Driver Automat...

Page 14: ...omepage http www samsung com Installing the Monitor Driver Manual Windows XP Windows 2000 Windows NT Linux When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver insert the CD ROM included with...

Page 15: ...tab then click Advanced 4 Click the Properties button on the Monitor tab and select Driver tab 5 Click Update Driver and select Install from a list or then click Next button 6 Select Don t search I w...

Page 16: ...can see following Message window then click the Continue Anyway button Then click OK button This monitor driver is under certified MS logo and this installation doesn t damage your system The certifi...

Page 17: ...teps continually Microsoft Windows NT Operating System 1 Click Start Settings Control Panel and then double click Display icon 2 In Display Registration Information window click Settings Tab and then...

Page 18: ...nformation refer to Help F1 in the software program How to install the Natural Color software Insert the CD included with the Samsung monitor into the CD ROM Drive Then the initial screen of the progr...

Page 19: ...o use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu 2 This buttons allows you to adjust items in the menu 3 This buttons allows you to adjust items in the menu 4 Press this button activates a hi...

Page 20: ...o make the automatic adjustment function sharper execute the AUTO function while the AUTO PATTERN is on z If Auto Adjustment does not work properly press Auto button again to adjust picture with more...

Page 21: ...rightness 1 Picture Brightness Contrast 2 Color Color Tone Color Control Gamma 3 Image Coarse Fine Sharpness H Position V Position 4 OSD Language H Position V Position Transparency Display Time 5 Setu...

Page 22: ...on to adjust brightness Contrast Adjust the Contrast Color Menu Description Play Stop Color Tone The tone of the color can be changed and one of four modes can be selected Cool Normal Warm and Custom...

Page 23: ...oise such as horizontal stripes If the noise persists even after Fine tuning repeat it after adjusting the frequency clock speed Sharpness Follow these instuction to change the clearance of image H Po...

Page 24: ...monitor V Position You can change the vertical position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD Display Time The menu will be autom...

Page 25: ...Menu Description Information Shows a video source display mode on the OSD screen...

Page 26: ...utility that guides you through the tuning process with easy to understand instructions and back ground patterns designed for each monitor control The display settings for each user can be saved provi...

Page 27: ...tion 1 Insert the installation CD into the CD ROM drive 2 Click the MagicTune installation file 3 Select installation Language Click Next 4 When the InstallationShield Wizard window appears click Next...

Page 28: ...6 Choose a folder to install the MagicTune program 7 Click Install 8 The Installationation Status window appears...

Page 29: ...stallationation Problems The installation of MagicTune can be affected by such factors as the video card motherboard and the network environment See Troubleshooting if you have trouble during installa...

Page 30: ...z Windows 98 SE z Windows Me z Windows 2000 z Windows XP Home Edition z Windows XP Professional Hardware z 32MB Memory above z 25MB Hard disk space above For more information visit the MagicTune websi...

Page 31: ...on Tab Definition Picture Tab Definition MagicTune allows for quick accurate tuning of the display with the ability to easily save and use monitor configurations that are best suited for you z OSD mod...

Page 32: ...e program MagicBright MagicBright is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching Currently four different modes are available Text I...

Page 33: ...justs of the monitor image color You can change the monitor color to your desired color z R G B Calibration The process through which the colors of your choice are optimized and maintained You will fi...

Page 34: ...s Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area You may relocate it to the center using the Horizontal Control menu z Auto Setup Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self adjust to the incoming vi...

Page 35: ...e Select Source Select will be shown only in dual monitor In analog only model source select will not be shown z Analog z Digital Help Visit the MagicTune website or click to open the Help files User...

Page 36: ...erly you won t detect any color tone on Control patch 3 When you finish adjustment for step1 Click Next button 4 Repeat 1 2 3 procedures for remaining step2 step5 5 You can easily view the calibration...

Page 37: ...eview button on the Color Calibration The above picture will be shown 1 Press View Calibrated button to see the calibration effect which you adjusted 2 Press View Uncalibrated button to see the origin...

Page 38: ...n the menu If the program runs on Windows XP go to Control Panel in the Start menu 2 Click the Add or Remove Programs icon in Control Panel 3 In the Add or Remove Programs screen scroll down to find M...

Page 39: ...le for MagicTune feature follow the steps below When Windows is XP Control Panel Performance and Maintenance System Hardware Device Manager Monitors After deleting Plug and Play monitor find Plug and...

Page 40: ...reen the login screen does not appear contact the Service Center or your dealer Can you see Not Optimum Mode Recommanded Mode 1280 x 1024 60Hz on the screen You can see this message when the signal fr...

Page 41: ...colors shown on the screen The screen colors have changed after changing the video card Have the Windows colors been set properly Windows ME 2000 XP Set the colors properly at the Control Panel Displ...

Page 42: ...the version of the driver used Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details How can I adjust the resolution Windows ME XP 2000 Set the resolution at the Control Panel Display Settings Co...

Page 43: ...or unplug and relocate the woofer to another room 2 Remove all electronic devices such as radios fans clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet one meter of the monitor Useful Tips z A monitor recr...

Page 44: ...Hz Display Color 16 2M Colors Resolution Optimum resolution 1280 x 1024 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1280 x 1024 75 Hz Input Signal Terminated RGB Analog 0 7Vp p Positive at 75 Separate H V sync Composite...

Page 45: ...bject to change without prior notice PowerSaver This monitor has a built in power management system called PowerSaver This system saves energy by switching your monitor into a low power mode when it h...

Page 46: ...VESA 800 x 600 48 077 72 188 50 000 VESA 1024 x 768 48 363 60 004 65 000 VESA 1024 x 768 56 476 70 069 75 000 VESA 1024 x 768 60 023 75 029 78 750 VESA 1152 x 864 67 500 75 000 108 00 VESA 1280 x 1024...

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Page 49: ...e 8001 1800 Samsung support Finland 0800 118001 Tel 46 8 590 966 00 Fax 46 8 590 966 50 http www samsung se THAILAND HAI SAMSUNG SERVICE CENTER MPA COMPLEX BUILDING 1st 2nd Floor 175 SOI SUEKSA VIDHAY...

Page 50: ...erforming multiple tasks as more image information can be shown on the screen Example If the resolution is 1280 x 1024 this means the screen is composed of 1280 horizontal dots horizontal resolution a...

Page 51: ...egistered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation VESA DPMS and DDC are registered trademarks of Video Electronics S...

Page 52: ...ttern z Use a Screen saver if possible z Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme Turn the power off for 4 hours after 24 hours in use Turn the power off for 2 hours af...

Page 53: ...tterns When the LCD panel is operated for a long time with a fixed pattern over 12 hours there may be slight difference in voltage between electrodes that work the liquid crystal LC in a pixel The vol...

Page 54: ...ment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users...

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