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1. 3 2 4 Changing the Resolution Using a PC K e Adjust the resolution and refresh rate in Control Panel on your PC to obtain optimum picture quality The 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 Set Program Access and Defaults 2 Connect To G3 Printers and Faxes Help and Support p seach gt Fie Edt View Favortes Took Hep Qu B P sean Folders Je Address Br Control Panel Accessibilty Add Hardware Options Re amp w Folder Options 5 a keyboard Mal Connecting and Using a Source Device Changing the Resolution on Windows Vista Go to Control Panel Personalization Display Settings and change the resolution a A 2 Windows Live Messenger Download Connecting and Using a Source Device Changing the Resolution on Windows 7 Go to Control Panel Display Screen Resolution and change the resolution D Remote Desktop Connection Computer P ontro Panel wa Microsoft Word 2010 and Printers Default Programs licrosoft Office Excel 2007 gt Wireless Display Manager Control Pane Home Adjust resolution Calibrate color Change display seins Comect to a projector At CewType tert Setcumtom textsize OPD Help and S
2. 4 Adjust the Contrast using the lt gt button Sharpness Make the outline of objects more clear or blurry Range 0 100 A higher value will make the outline of objects clearer 4 e This option is not available when PANER Bright is in Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode Wg MAGIC e This option is not available when MAGIC Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 4 41 Configuring Sharpness Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 4 5 Screen Setup 3 Press v to move to Sharpness and press t on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE m 4 Adjust the Sharpness using the lt gt button Coarse Adjust the screen frequency WZ Only available in Analog mode 4 5 1 Adjusting Coarse 7 Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 3 Press A v to move to Coarse and press t on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the Coarse using the lt gt button 4 6 4 7 Screen Setup Fine Fine adjust the screen to obtain a vivid picture K Only available in Analog mode 4 6 1 Adjusting Fine Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to Fine and press t on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE lt gt Adjust IF Enter
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4. customize the audio output port settings as required Control Panel gt Audio gt Speakers gt Speaker Setting NG sicroson Word 2010 gt Wireless Daplay Manager ix Mictosoft Office Excet 2007 Payback Recording Sounds Communcatons Select a playback device below to madity As settings Apat your comepnter s settings YW Action Center Ng korny AR teriocter Drive Encryption E crierai Manager ina rogam J waun BG sin Choose your configuration Select the speaker setup below that 6 most Ike the comfigusation on pour computer Click any speaker stove to test hie conei 2 3 Connecting the Product to a PC to Use HUB Monitor To use the product connect the product to a PC using the USB cable Connecting the product and PC using the USB cable will allow you to hear audio when you plug an audio output device such as headphones or speakers into the K port on the product If a PC is connected the product will automatically switch to the mode of the detected input source If several source devices are connected to the product the input source will automatically change according to this priority from left to right Analog mode gt HDMI modes USB mode If the product connects to a PC for the first time the optimum resolution 1920 x 1080 will be selected automatically and a message will appear confirming that you want to set the display to extended mode The same resolu
5. 2 Configure the settings as required using the A v buttons NG Refer to 7 1 HUB for further details on how to use the HUB function 8 INFORMATION Menu and Others 9 1 Troubleshooting Guide Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center 9 1 1 Testing the Product W4 Before calling Samsung Customer Service Center test your product as follows If the problem persists contact Samsung Customer Service Center Check if your product is operating normally by using the product test function If the screen is turned off and the power indicator blinks even though the product is properly connected to a PC perform a self diagnosis test Power off both the PC and product Disconnect the cable from the product Power on the product KR Q N ra If the Check Signal Cable message appears the product is working normally NG If the screen remains blank check the PC system video controller and cable 9 1 2 Checking the Resolution and Frequency For a mode that exceeds the supported resolution refer to 10 3Standard Signal Mode Table the message Not Optimum Mode will appear for a short time 9 1 3 Check the followings Installation issue PC mode The screen keeps switching on and off Check the cable connection between the product and PC and ensure the connection is secure Refer to 3 2Connecting and Using a PC Screen issue The power LED is off The screen will not switch Check t
6. adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings Windows ME 2000 Select Control Panel Display Settings Advanced Monitor and adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings Windows Vista Select Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization gt Personalization Display Settings gt Advanced Settings Monitor and adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings Windows 7 Select Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display gt Screen Resolution Advanced settings Monitor and adjust Refresh rate under Monitor settings Troubleshooting Guide Question Answer How can change the resolution Windows XP Go to Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings and adjust the resolution Windows ME 2000 Go to Control Panel Display Settings and adjust the resolution Windows Vista Go to Control Panel Appearance and Personalization gt Personalize Display Settings and adjust the resolution Windows 7 Go to Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Display Adjust Resolution and adjust the resolution How do set power saving mode Windows XP Set power saving mode in Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC Windows ME 2000 Set power saving mode in Control Panel Display Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC Windows V
7. e An electric shock or fire may result e Avoid using the product outdoors where it can be exposed to rain or snow e Becareful 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 e Otherwise 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 Do not hold the monitor upside down or move it by holding the stand e The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product e An electric shock or fire may result Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use e Eye 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 Before Using the Product Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height e Otherwise children s fingers or hands may become stuck and injured Tilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal injury Do not place heavy objects on the product e Product failure or personal injure may result Correct posture to use the product Use the product in the correct posture as follows e Straighten your back al
8. to move to Image Size and press t on the product The following screen will appear In PC mode SIZE amp POSITION E Enter 6 Resizing or Relocating the Screen 56 Resizing or Relocating the Screen e Auto Display the picture according to the aspect ratio of the input source e Wide Display the picture in full screen regardless of the aspect ratio of the input source In AV mode SIZE amp POSITION 16 9 Screen Fit Adjust E Enter e 4 3 Display the picture with an aspect ratio of 4 3 Suitable for videos and standard broadcasts e 16 9 Display the picture with an aspect ratio of 16 9 Suitable for DVD content or widescreen broadcasts e Screen Fit Display the picture with the original aspect ratio without cutting off NG e PC AV Mode is only available in HDMI mode _H Position or V Position can be adjusted if Size is set to Screen Fit e Refer to 7 6 PC AV Mode for details about PC AV Mode 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the te 5 The selected option will be applied 6 3 Horizontal Position Move the screen to the left or right A e Only available in Analog mode e _H Position or V Position can be adjusted if Size is set to Screen Fit 6 3 1 Configuring H Position Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SIZE amp POSITION and press t on the product 6 Resizing or Relocating the Screen Resizing or Relocating the Screen 3 Press A
9. which allots an IP address This is possible owing to the DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol service The service consists of three steps an IP address allotment request is sent to the DHCP server when the PC boots up the DHCP server that received the request transmits network information such as the IP address to the PC and the transmitted network information is automatically registered to the network settings on the PC The DHCP service is convenient and useful especially in an environment where multiple PCs are used Theoretically the IP address changes each time the PC boots up or an IP allotment request is sent in many cases however the existing IP address is re allotted An Internet router performs two roles creating a private IP address NAT service and automatically allotting the IP address to each PC DHCP service at the same time A When using your HUB Monitor s or notebook PC s LAN network ensure you insert a LAN cable into only one device Otherwise a system crash may occur Dynamic IP User To use a dynamic IP address connect a LAN to your HUB Monitor 2 Next go to the network settings menu and activate the HUB Monitor s network device select Use NG Go to Control Panel Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings Next right click on the HUB Monitor s network device marked LAN9512 LAN9514 USB 2 0 to Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 an
10. SAMSUNG K e Ifthe MENU button is not visible lightly tap the area around the 5 button The MENU button will become visible e The onscreen display menu only appears when the MENU button light is lit e The lit MENU button light will automatically turn off after 10 seconds 1 Preparations 20 Preparations Icons Description e Open or close the onscreen display OSD menu or return to the last menu e OSD control lock Maintain the current settings or lock the OSD control to prevent unintended changes to settings To lock the OSD control press the MENU button m for five seconds To unlock the locked OSD control press the MENU button m for more than five seconds NG The Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted and Information can be viewed even when the OSD control is locked Hub Open the HUB settings screen see HUB in SETUP amp RESET To hide the HUB screen press the Hub or m button Turn the screen on or off The power indicator will be lit when the product is operating normally K e Refer to 10 2 PowerSaver for details about the power saving function e TO reduce power consumption it is best to remove the power cable when you will not be using the product for an extended period of time Confirm a menu selection Pressing the t button when the OSD menu is not displayed will change the input source Analog HDMI USB If you power on the product or change the i
11. and press C on the product 3 Press Av to move to Menu V Position and press on the product The following screen will appear lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the Menu V Position using the lt gt button 6 Resizing or Relocating the Screen 60 Setup and Reset 7 1 HUB Configure the settings to use the HUB function on the product K Refer to 2 1 About HUB Monitor for details about how to use the HUB function e To open the HUB settings screen press HUB on the stand 7 1 1 USB Connection You can view the USB cable connection status between the product and a PC A e The connection status will be shown even when the input source is not USB mode e Selecting the USB Connection option when a USB cable is connected will change the input source to USB mode Configuring USB Connection Press I on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press C on the product 3 Press A v to move to HUB and press t on the product A message will appear indicating that a USB cable is connected or disconnected 4 Ifa USB cable is connected press v to move to USB Connection and press t The input source will change to USB mode HUB USB Connection Connected 7 1 2 Analog You can view the Analog cable connection status between the product and a PC e The connection status will be shown even when the input source is not Analog mode e Selecting t
12. appropriate Refer to your Windows OS manual for further details PC System Requirements for Using the Product A Your HUB Monitor is designed for notebook PC users consider the following PC system requirements Items Specifications CPU Core Core2Duo or higher CPU Speed 2 2Ghz or higher OS WINDOWS 7 or XP Windows Vista is not supported Graphics driver WINDOWS 7 XP Intel AMD ATI Nvidia RAM 2GB A e The operating system on your PC can affect the PC s performance for video or game playback e Itis recommended that you use Windows 7 for the HUB Monitor Connecting and Using a Source Device 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 The optimal resolution for this monitor is as follows Follow the above settings to set the resolution a English 7 Press Nv to move to the language you want and press the t 2 To hide the information message press 0 J A e Ifthe 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 e The optimum resolution 1920 x 1080 can also be selected in Control Panel on your PC 3 Connecting and Using a Source Device ET Connecting and Using a Source Device
13. dark Adjust Brightness 47 page and Contrast 48page Screen color is inconsistent Change the COLOR settings Refer to Configuring Tint ON PAGE 52 The colors on the screen have a shadow and are distorted Change the COLOR settings Refer to Configuring Tint ON PAGE 52 White does not really look white Change the COLOR settings Refer to Configuring Tint ON PAGE 52 There is no image on the screen and the power The product is in power saving mode LED blinks every 0 5 to 1 second Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to return to the previous screen Sound There is no sound issue Check the connection of the audio cable or adjust the volume Check the volume 9 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Sound issue The volume is too low Adjust the volume If the volume is still low after turning it up to the maximum level adjust the volume on your PC sound card or software program Source device issue A beeping sound is heard when my PC is booting If a beeping sound is heard when your PC is booting have your PC serviced 9 2 Troubleshooting Guide Q amp A Question How can I change the frequency Answer Set the frequency on your graphics card Windows XP Select Control Panel Appearance and Themes gt Display Settings Advanced Monitor and
14. plug pins and power socket with a dry cloth e Otherwise a fire may result Before Using the Product A Caution Ta NG Installation A Warning Do not unplug the power cord when the product is in use e The product may become damaged by an electric shock Do not use the power cord for products other than authorized products supplied by Samsung e An electric shock or fire may result Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed e If any problem occurs in the product unplug the power cable to completely cut the power to the product Power to the product cannot be completely cut off with the power button Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket e An electric shock or fire may result DO NOT PLACE CANDLES INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES e Otherwise a fire may result Avoid installing the product in a narrow space with bad ventilation such as a bookshelf or wall closet e Otherwise a fire may result due to an increased internal temperature Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children e Children may suffocate Before Using the Product Do not inst
15. you to connect multiple source devices to the USB ports on the product at the same time without connecting them to a PC 2 Using HUB Monitor FIT Using HUB Monitor The product is compatible with a USB 2 0 cable However your PC should support USB 3 0 for the HUB function to work fully e Ifyou 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 USB3 0 CABLE 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 A To detect and start a source device faster connect the device to the blue USB 3 0 port on the left side of the product e An external mass storage HDD requires external power supply Be sure to connect it to a power source USB CABLE 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 K e To 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 e Battery charging is available in power saving mode but not available when the product is powered off 2 Using HUB Monitor 29 2 5 Using HUB Monitor Note that the battery will not be charged
16. you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center EUROPE ALBANIA 42 27 5755 AUSTRIA 0810 SAMSUNG 7267864 http www samsung com 0 07 min BELGIUM 02 201 24 18 http www samsung com be Dutch http www samsung com be_fr French BOSNIA 05 133 1999 BULGARIA 07001 33 11 http Awww samsung com CROATIA 062 SAMSUNG 062 726 7864 http www samsung com CZECH 800 SAMSUNG 800 726786 http www samsung com Samsung Zrt Ceska organiza n slo ka Oasis Florenc Sokolovsk 394 17 180 00 Praha 8 DENMARK 70701970 http www samsung com FINLAND 030 6227 515 http www samsung com FRANCE 01 48 63 00 00 http Awww samsung com GERMANY 01805 SAMSUNG 726 7864 htto www samsung com 0 14 Min GREECE 2106293100 http www samsung com HUNGARY 06 80 SAMSUNG 726 7864 http www samsung com ITALIA 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 http Awww samsung com KOSOVO 381 0113216899 LUXEMBURG 261 03 710 http www samsung com MACEDONIA 023 207 777 MONTENEGRO 020 405 888 NETHERLANDS 0900 SAMSUNG 0900 http Awww samsung com 7267864 0 10 Min NORWAY 815 56 480 http www samsung com POLAND 0 801 1SAMSUNG 172678 022 http www samsung com 607 93 33 Appendix 81 Appendix
17. you want and press the q 5 The selected option will be applied 5 Configuring Tint 54 5 5 Configuring Tint Gamma Adjust the mid range brightness Gamma of the picture WZ This option is not available when MAGIG Angle is enabled 5 5 1 Configuring Gamma Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to COLOR and press t on the product 3 Press Av to move to Gamma and press t on the product The following screen will appear F0 Enter 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the j 5 The selected option will be applied 5 Configuring Tint 155 6 1 6 2 Resizing or Relocating the Screen Auto Adjustment This function can be used to automatically adjust the Coarse Fine and position settings This function can be used to automatically detect and remove noise on the screen and correct the screen position This function will automatically run if the screen resolution is changed K Only available in Analog mode 6 1 1 Configuring the Auto Adjustment Settings Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SIZE amp POSITION and press on the product 3 Press Mv to move to Auto Adjustment and press t on the product The following screen will appear Auto Adjustment Size Change the picture size 6 2 1 Changing the Picture Size Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SIZE amp POSITION and press t on the product 3 Press v
18. 1 Displaying INFORMATION Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to INFORMATION The current input source frequency and resolution will appear PICTURE COLOR Y SIZE amp POSITION Analog 48 2kHz 60Hz NN 1024 x 768 SETUP amp RESET INFORMATION O Exit Adjust E Enter 8 2 Configuring Brightness in the Startup Screen Adjust Brightness using the A v button in the startup screen where there is no on screen display menu available Press Nv in the startup screen The following screen will appear Brightness ji 100 OO Exit lt gt Adjust Enter 2 Adjust the Brightness using the lt gt button 8 INFORMATION Menu and Others 8 3 INFORMATION Menu and Others Configuring Volume in the Startup Screen Adjust Volume using the lt gt button in the startup screen where there is no on screen display menu available Only available in HDMI mode Press lt gt in the startup screen The following screen will appear Volume a 50 OO Exit lt gt Adjust E Enter 2 Adjust the Volume using the lt gt button Configuring HUB in the Initial Screen The HUB settings screen can be opened by pressing the Hub button on the stand when the initial screen that displays no OSD menu is displayed Press the Hub button when the initial screen is displayed LE You can configure the settings for USB Connection Analog HDMI or USB Super Charging
19. 4 Adjust the Fine using the lt gt button Response Time Accelerate the panel response rate to make video appear more vivid and natural WZ gt Itisbest to set Response Time to Normal or Faster when you are not viewing a movie a e The functions available on the monitor may vary depending on the model Refer to the actual product 4 7 1 Configuring Response Time Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product Screen Setup 3 Press Av to move to Response Time and press t on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE Fastest Adjust 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the te 5 The selected option will be applied 4 8 HDMI Black Level If you use the product by connecting to a DVD player or set top box with a HDMI cable the contrast and color may degrade and the picture may be darker If this is the case correct the degraded picture quality using HDMI Black Level Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 3 Press y to move to HDMI Black Level and press t on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE F2 Enter e Normal Set the brightness darkness of the darkest parts of the screen to Normal e Low Set the brightness darkness of the darkest parts of the screen to be darker than Normal 4 Press A v to move to the option you want
20. Allow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen and look slightly IB NLA downward at the screen Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen SA e Adjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen e Keep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of your hands e Keep your elbows at about a right angle e Adjust 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 Table Of Contents BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT N Copyright Icons used in this manual Symbols for safety precautions VIR Cleaning Cleaning Securing the Installation Space Precautions for storage KR KRW 0 Safety Precautions Electricity and Safety Installation Operation N 2 x0 5 KB Correct posture to use the product PREPARATIONS 18 Checking the Contents 18 Removing the Packaging 19 Checking the Components 20 Parts 20 Frontal Buttons 22 Reverse Side 23 Left Side View 24 Right Side View 25 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height USING HUB MONITOR 26 About HUB Monitor 26 Software Installation for Using HUB Monitor 26 Installing SAMSUNG HUB Monitor Setup 27 Connecting the Product to a PC to Use HUB Monitor 28 Connecting to a PC via the USB Cable 28 Utilizing HUB Monitor 28 Using the Product as a USB HUB 30 Connecting to a LAN Table Of Contents CON
21. NECTING AND USING A SOURCE DEVICE SCREEN SETUP 30 31 32 34 35 36 36 38 39 40 43 43 43 44 44 45 46 47 47 48 48 48 48 49 49 50 50 50 50 Configuring the HUB Monitor IP Dynamic IP Static IP Before using USB Mode Before Connecting Pre connection Checkpoints Connecting and Using a PC Connecting to a PC Driver Installation Setting Optimum Resolution Changing the Resolution Using a PC Connecting to a Video Device Connection Using an HDMI Cable Connecting Headphones MAGIC SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright SAMSUNG MAGIC Color Brightness Configuring Brightness Contrast Configuring Contrast Sharpness Configuring Sharpness Coarse Adjusting Coarse Fine Adjusting Fine Response Time Configuring Response Time Table Of Contents CONFIGURING TINT RESIZING OR RELOCATING THE SCREEN SETUP AND RESET 51 52 52 52 52 53 53 54 54 55 55 61 61 61 62 63 HDMI Black Level Red Configuring Red Green Configuring Green Blue Configuring Blue Color Tone Configuring the Color Tone Settings Gamma Configuring Gamma Auto Adjustment Configuring the Auto Adjustment Settings Size Changing the Picture Size Horizontal Position Configuring H Position Vertical Position Configuring V Position Menu H Position Configuring Menu H Position Menu V Position Configuring Menu V Position HUB USB Connection A
22. The color and the appearance may differ depending on product and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance BN46 00038E 01 Before Using the Product Copyright The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality 2011 Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is prohibited The SAMSUNG and SyncMaster logos are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics Microsoft Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation VESA DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association e An administration fee may be charged if either o a an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product i e where you have failed to read this user manual o b you bring the unit to a repair centre and there is no defect in the product i e where you have failed to read this user manual e The amount of such administration charge will be advised to you before any work or home visit is carried out Icons used in this manual Ng The following images are for reference only Real life situations may differ from what is shown in the images YG Symbols for safety precautions A serious or fatal injury may
23. able if USB Super Charging is on e To enable standard charging or data transmission set USB Super Charging to off e The input source does not need to be changed Configuring USB Super Charging Press I on the product Press A v to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product Press A v to move to HUB and press t on the product A N ra Press Av to move to USB Super Charging and press t on the product The following screen will appear USB Super Charging e Off Disable USB Super Charging e 1 Port Enable a single USB 3 0 port marked with a charging icon for quick battery charging LE Quick battery charging is available only through one USB 3 0 port it is found on the left side and is the port closest to you when facing the front of the monitor e 2 Ports Enable two USB 3 0 ports for quick battery charging 5 Press A v to move to the option you want and press t 6 The selected option will be applied Eco Saving Adjust the power consumption of the product to save energy 7 24 Configuring Eco Saving Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 7 Setup and Reset 63 Setup and Reset 3 Press iv to move to Eco Saving and press on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Adjust E Enter e 75 Reduce the power consumption of the product to 75 e 50 Reduce the power consu
24. al Humidity 10 96 80 non condensing considera Storage Operating Temperature 4 F 140 F 20 C 60 C Ig Humidity 5 95 non condensing Plug and Play This monitor can be installed and used with any Plug and Play compatible systems Two way data exchange between the monitor and PC system optimizes the monitor settings Monitor installation takes place automatically However you can customize the installation settings if desired Panel Dots Pixels Due to the nature of the manufacturing of this product approximately 1 pixel per million 1ppm may appear brighter or darker on the LCD panel This does not affect product performance LCD panel type 23 58 cm screen there are 6 220 800 sub pixels LCD panel type 27 68 cm screen there are 6 220 800 sub pixels 10 Specifications y Specifications 10 2 WZ The above specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality A Class B device broadcast communications device for home use This Class B device designed for home use is registered for EMC requirements and can be used in all regions Class B devices emit less electromagnetic radiation than Class A devices PowerSaver The power saving function of this product reduces power consumption by switching off the screen and changing the color of the power LED if the product is not used for a specified period of time The power is not turned off in power saving mode To s
25. all the product on an unstable or vibrating surface insecure shelf sloped surface etc e The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury e Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product or cause a fire Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust moisture water drips etc oil or smoke e An electric shock or fire may result Do not expose the product to direct sunlight heat or a hot object such as a stove e Otherwise the product lifespan may be reduced or a fire may result Do not install the product within the reach of young children e The product may fall and injure children Take care not to drop the product when moving it e Otherwise product failure or personal injury may result Do not set down the product on its front e The screen may become damaged When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf make sure that the bottom edge of the front of the product is not protruding e The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury e Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size Before Using the Product Put down the product carefully e The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury Installing the product in an unusual place a place exposed to a lot of fine particles chemical substances or extreme temperatures or an airport or train station
26. and press the tel 5 The selected option will be applied K e Only available when the product is connected to a source device via an HDMI cable e HDMI Black Level may not be compatible with some source devices 4 Screen Setup 51 5 1 5 2 Configuring Tint Adjust the tint of the screen This option is not available when Magia Bright is set to Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode Red Adjust the value of the color red in the picture Range 0 100 A higher value will increase the intensity of the color We e This option is not available when Magic Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 5 1 1 Configuring Red Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to COLOR and press C on the product 3 Press A v to move to Red and press Ge on the product The following screen will appear lt gt Adjust 4 Adjust the Red using the lt gt button Green Adjust the value of the color green in the picture Range 0 100 A higher value will increase the intensity of the color e This option is not available when PAREN Color is in Full or Intelligent mode Wg MAGIC 5 2 1 Configuring Green Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to COLOR and press t on the product 5 Configuring Tint 52 5 3 Configuring Tint 3 Press Av to move to Green and press t on the product The following screen will appear lt gt Adjust 4 Adjust the Green using the lt gt b
27. as children try to reach for the toy or sweets resulting in a serious injury During a lightning or thunderstorm remove the power cord and do not touch the antenna cable e An electric shock or fire may result Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact e An electric shock or fire may result Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable e Otherwise the power cable may be damaged and product failure an electric shock or fire may result If a gas leakage is found do not touch the product or power plug Also ventilate the area immediately e Sparks can cause an explosion or fire e During a lightning or thunderstorm do not touch the power cord or antenna cable Do not lift or move the product by the power cord or any cable e Otherwise the power cable may be damaged and product failure an electric shock or fire may result Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product An explosion or fire may result Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains e Otherwise a fire may result from an increased internal temperature Before Using the Product Do not insert a metallic object a chopstick coin hair pin etc or inflammable object paper match etc into the vent or ports of the product e f water or any foreign substance enters the product be sure to power off the product remove the power cord and contact Sams
28. ck the components and remove the Styrofoam and plastic bag NG e The appearance of actual components may differ from the image shown e _ This image is for reference only 4 Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future Preparations 1 1 2 Checking the Components K e Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing e The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown Components lt Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual gt Not available in some locations p Power cable DC power adapter USB 3 0 cable D SUB cable HDMI cable optionally Cleaning cloth IZ gt Components may differ in different locations uma e The cleaning cloth is only supplied with the black high glossy model Items sold separately WZ The following items can be purchased at your nearest retailer Fw Ps SS LAN cable HDMI DVI cable USB cable 1 Preparations ETE Preparations 1 2 Parts 1 2 1 Frontal Buttons NG e The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality e This is a touch type button Tap the button lightly with a finger e The printed board assembly PBA inside this product may heat the stand A hot stand does not indicate a problem with the product
29. collection systems This marking on the product accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories e g charger headset USB cable should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal Appendix Terminology OSD On Screen Display On screen display OSD allows you to configure on screen settings to optimize the picture quality as required It allows you to change the screen brightness tint size and many other settings using menus displayed on the screen HUB HUB refers to a device that is acommon connection point for multiple devices connected over a network It is used to connect multiple PCs video devices office devices and or LANs over a single network Coarse Coarse refers to the frequency of radio wave v
30. cture quality suitable for editing documents or using Internet 4 Screen Setup KI Screen Setup e Game Obtain a picture quality suitable for playing games that involve many graphic effects and dynamic movements e Cinema Obtain the brightness and sharpness of TVs suitable for enjoying video and DVD content e Dynamic Contrast Obtain balanced brightness through automatic contrast adjustment In AV mode Dynamic Standard Movie Custom Adjust EH Enter e Dynamic This mode is suitable when the ambient light is bright e Standard This mode is generally suitable for any environment e Movie This mode reduces eye fatigue e Custom Customize the contrast and brightness as required 5 Press v to move to the option you want and press the q 6 The selected option will be applied 4 1 3 SAMSUNG MAGIC Color Magic Color is a new picture quality improvement technology developed independently by Samsung which delivers vivid natural colors without picture quality degradation WZ This menu is not available when MAGIG Angle is enabled e Not available when MAGIC Bright is in Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode Configuring Magic Color Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to MAGIC and press fe on the product 4 2 Screen Setup 4 Press A v to move to RARE Color and press t on the product The following sc
31. d This option is useful when you view a movie K PC AV Mode is only available in HDMI mode 7 5 1 Configuring PC AV Mode Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to PC AV Mode and press t on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Adjust Enter 4 Press Nv to move to the option you want and press the Cea 5 The selected option will be applied 7 Setup and Reset 66 7 6 taf Setup and Reset Auto Source Activate Auto Source 7 61 Configuring Auto Source 1 2 Press M0 on the product Press A v to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product Press A v to move to Auto Source and press t on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Auto Manual Adjust E Enter e Auto The input source is automatically recognized e Manual Manually select an input source Press Ny to move to the option you want and press the t The selected option will be applied Display Time Set the on screen display OSD menu to automatically disappear if the menu is not used for a specified period of time Display Time can be used to specify the time after which you want the OSD menu to disappear 7 7 1 Configuring Display Time 1 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product Press M0 on the product 7 Setup an
32. d Reset Setup and Reset 3 Press v to move to Display Time and press t on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET 5 sec 10 sec 20sec 200 sec _ Adjust E Enter 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the 3 5 The selected option will be applied 7 8 Key Repeat Time Control the response rate of a button when the button is pressed 7 81 Configuring Key Repeat Time Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to Key Repeat Time and press j on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Acceleration 1 sec 2 sec No Repeat Adjust EH Enter e Acceleration 1 sec or 2 sec can be selected If No Repeat is selected a command responds only once when a button is pressed 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the q 5 The selected option will be applied 7 Setup and Reset 68 7 9 7 10 Setup and Reset Off Timer On Off Enable or disable the off timer that automatically powers off the product 7 9 1 Configuring Off Timer On Off Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 3 Press Av to move to Off Timer On Off and press on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Adjust E Enter e Off Deactivate the off timer so
33. d select Use gt Control Panel Network and internet p Network Connections Enable this network device Diagnose this connection Rename this connection Change settings of this connect Device Name F Local Ares Connection sabina InteXR B2567LF 3 Gigabit Network Connectios S Local Arya f yee Pirahlod KANGDS12 LAN9514 USB 20 to Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 3 Using the network properties menu check that the IP address mode for the HUB Monitor s network device is set to Auto 2 Using HUB Monitor EE Using HUB Monitor NG Go to Control Panel Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings Next right click on the HUB Monitor s network device marked LAN9512 LAN9514 USB 2 0 to Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 You can get IP setangs assigned autemancaty your Otherwise you need to ask your netwert asmrest ater fee the appropriate IP setings Cotan an IP address automaticaly Use the following IP address Select Properties Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties 2 5 2 Static IP To configure the IP address private or official on your PC someone mostly a server system must distribute and allot an IP address to the PC An official IP address is allotted by your Internet service provider and a private IP address is allotted by your Internet router You can select whether to configure the IP address on the PC automatically o
34. e of information between a monitor and PC to produce an optimum display environment The monitor uses VESA DDC international standard to execute Plug amp Play Appendix EI Index A About HUB Monitor 26 Auto Adjustment 56 B Before Connecting 35 Before using USB Mode 34 Blue 53 Brightness 47 C Checking the Contents 18 Cleaning 3 Coarse 49 Color Tone 54 Configuring Brightness in the Startup Screen al Configuring HUB in the Initial Screen 72 Configuring the HUB Monitor IP 30 Configuring Volume in the Startup Screen 72 Connecting and Using a PC 36 Connecting Headphones 43 Connecting the Product to a PC to Use HUB Monitor 27 Connecting to a Video Device 43 Contrast 48 Copyright 2 Correct Disposal of This Product 83 Correct posture to use the product 12 F Fine 50 G Gamma 55 General 78 Green 52 H HDMI Black Level 51 Horizontal Position 57 INFORMATION 71 M MAGIC 44 Menu H Position 59 Menu V Position 60 P Parts 20 PowerSaver 79 Q Q amp A76 R Red 52 Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center 73 Response Time 50 S Safety Precautions 4 Sharpness 48 Size 56 Software Installation for Using HUB Monitor 26 Standard Signal Mode Table 80 Index T Terminology 84 U Utilizing HUB Monitor 28 V Vertical Position 58
35. elect this option to view from a place higher than the product e Side Mode O Select this option to view from either side of the product e Group View Select this option for more than one viewer to view from places 1 and e Custom Lean Back Mode 1 will be applied by default if Custom is selected 5 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the Cea 6 The 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 WZ This menu is not available when MAGIG Angle is enabled Sub options under MAGIC Bright may vary depending on the settings of PC AV Mode See 7 5 PC AV Mode Configuring Magic Bright Press I on the product Press v to move to Picture and press t on the product Press A v to move to MAGIC and press t on the product Press A v to move to MAGIC Bright and press Ge on the product The following screen will appear In PC mode A Q N ra Custom Standard Game Cinema Dynamic Contrast Adjust FE Enter WZ gt Adjusting Contrast when MAGIC Bright is set to Cinema will automatically switch the Cinema mode to Custom mode e Adjusting Brightness or Contrast when Maga Bright is set to Dynamic Contrast will automatically switch the Dynamic Contrast mode to Custom mode e Custom Customize the contrast and brightness as required e Standard Obtain a pi
36. hat the power cable is connected on correctly Refer to 3 2Connecting and Using a PC The message Check Signal Cable appears Check that the cable is properly connected to the product Refer to 3 2Connecting and Using a PC Check that the device connected to the product is powered on Troubleshooting Guide Screen issue Not Optimum Mode is displayed This message appears if the signal from the graphics card exceeds the maximum resolution or frequency for the product Change the maximum resolution and frequency to suit the product performance referring to Standard Signal Mode Table 80page The images on the screen look distorted Check the cable connection to the product Refer to 3 2Connecting and Using a PC The screen is not clear The screen is blurry Adjust Coarse 49page and Fine 50page Remove any accessories video extension cable etc and try again Set the resolution and frequency to the recommended level Refer to 10 1 General The screen appears unstable and shaky There are shadows or ghost images left on the screen Check that the resolution and frequency for the PC are within the range of resolution and frequency compatible with the product and if required change the settings referring to Standard Signal Mode Table 80page in this manual and the INFORMATION menu on the product The screen is too bright The screen is too
37. he Analog option when an analog cable is connected will change the input source to Analog mode 7 Setup and Reset 61 Setup and Reset Configuring Analog Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 3 Press Mv to move to HUB and press t on the product A message will appear indicating that an analog cable is connected or disconnected 4 Ifan analog cable is connected press A v to move to Analog and press t The input source will change to Analog mode Disconnected Analog Connected isconnected 7 1 3 HDMI You can view the HDMI connection status between the product and an AV device A e The connection status will be shown even when the input source is not HDMI mode e Selecting the HDMI option when an HDMI cable is connected will change the input source to HDMI mode Configuring HDMI Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press C on the product 3 Press v to move to HUB and press t on the product A message will appear indicating that an HDMI cable is connected or disconnected 4 Ifan HDMI cable is connected press A v to move to HDMI and press t The input source will change to HDMI mode Connected 7 Setup and Reset 62 l2 Setup and Reset 7 1 4 USB Super Charging A source device s battery can be charged quickly via USB 3 0 port on the product e Data transmission is not avail
38. he graphics cards in your PC and monitor Appendix 84 Appendix Horizontal Frequency Characters or images displayed on the monitor screen consist of numerous dots pixels Pixels are transmitted in horizontal lines which are then arranged vertically to create an image The horizontal frequency is measured in kHz and represents how many times horizontal lines per second are transmitted and displayed on the monitor screen A horizontal frequency of 85 means that the horizontal lines that make up an image are transmitted 85 000 times per second and the horizontal frequency is indicated in 85kHz Vertical Frequency One image is made of numerous horizontal lines The vertical frequency is measured in Hz and represents how many images can be created per second by those horizontal lines A vertical frequency of 60 means that an image is transmitted 60 times per second The vertical frequency is also called refresh rate and affects screen flicker Resolution Resolution is the number of horizontal pixels and vertical pixels that form a screen It represents the level of display detail A higher resolution displays a greater amount of information on the screen and is suitable for performing multiple tasks at the same time E g A resolution of 1920 x 1080 consists of 1 920 horizontal pixels horizontal frequency and 1 080 vertical lines vertical resolution Plug amp Play The Plug amp Play feature allows the automatic exchang
39. ibrations per second A higher frequency transmits a larger amount of data and is reflected easier A lower frequency traverses obstacles more easily and can travel farther but it transmits a smaller amount of data The Coarse menu allows you to manually adjust the frequency to obtain the optimum picture quality Adjust Coarse referring to Standard Signal Mode Table 80page according to the performance of your product and enjoy improved picture quality Gamma The Gamma menu adjusts the grey scale that represents middle tones on the screen Adjusting the brightness brightens the whole screen but adjusting Gamma only brightens the medium brightness Grey scale Scale refers to levels of color intensity that show variations of color change from darker areas to brighter areas on the screen Changes to the screen brightness are expressed with black and white variation and grey scale refers to the medium area between black and white Changing the grey scale through Gamma adjustment will change the medium brightness on the screen Scanning rate Scanning rate or refresh rate refers to the frequency of screen refreshes Screen data is transmitted as it refreshes to display an image although the refreshing is invisible to the naked eye The number of screen refreshes is called scanning rate and is measured in Hz A scanning rate of 60Hz means that the screen refreshes 60 times per second The screen scanning rate depends on the performance of t
40. if the power cable is disconnected from the power socket USB CABLE 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 HUB Monitor 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 USB cable USB CABLE A This product cannot connect to multiple source PCs at the same time and vice versa Configuring the HUB Monitor IP 1 After installing the integrated driver for HUB Monitors go to Control Panel gt Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center Change adapter settings 2 You can see that the following two devices are displayed a The user PC s network device b The HUB Monitor s network device USB to Ethernet adapter The two devices above refer to your PC s LAN network device and your HUB Monitor s network device 2 Using HUB Monitor 30 Using HUB Monitor LE To use the Internet using the HUB Monitor s LAN network configure the network settings as follows according to the type of IP you will be using 2 5 1 Dynamic IP The dynamic IP address mode automatically configures the network settings on the PC using data sent by a server
41. ista Set power saving mode in Control Panel Appearance and Personalization gt Personalize gt Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC Windows 7 Set power saving mode in Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Personalize gt Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC A Refer to the user manual for your PC or graphics card for further instructions on adjustment 9 Troubleshooting Guide v Specifications 10 1 General Model Name C23A550U C27A550U Panel Size 23 0 inch 58cm 27 0 inch 68cm Display area 286 74 mm V x 509 76 mm H 336 15 mm V x 597 6 mm H 11 3 inches V x 20 1 inches H 13 2 inches V x 23 5 inches H Synchroni Horizontal 30 81 kHz zation Frequency Vertical 49 75 Hz Frequency Display Color 16 7M 6 bit with Hi FRC Resolution Optinum 1920 x 1080 60 Hz resolution Maximum 1920 x 1080 60 Hz resolution Maximum Pixel Clock 164 MHz Power Supply This product uses 100 to 240V Refer to the label at the back of the product as the standard voltage can vary in different countries Signal connectors USB 3 0 HDMI D sub Dimensions W x H x D 550 4 x 433 9 x 232 8 mm 638 6 x 485 4 x 232 8 mm Weight 4 4 kg 5 2 kg 21 7 x 17 1 x 9 2 inches 25 1 x 19 1 x 9 2 inches 9 7 Ibs 11 5 Ibs Environme Operating Operating Temperature 50 F 104F 10 C 40 C nt
42. ll screen and a limited number of input output ports available Notebook or netbook computers offer portability but may prove inconvenient when used at the office or at home due to the limited number of functions available Connecting a notebook PC to this product which has the HUB Monitor function allows you to view the small notebook PC screen on a larger screen With the HUB function you can control multiple devices at the same time from the notebook PC even if the notebook PC has a limited number of input output ports You can also use triple monitors by configuring the display settings Software Installation for Using HUB Monitor Install on your PC the software provided with the product To maximize the performance of your HUB Monitor visit www samsung com and upgrade the driver periodically 2 21 Installing SAMSUNG HUB Monitor Setup This software is needed to use the HUB Monitor function Software installation may be affected by the graphics card motherboard or network conditions of the PC Insert the installation CD into the CD ROM drive 2 Click the SAMSUNG HUB Monitor Setup installation program We If a software installation window does not appear in the main screen install using the CA550U HUB Monitor exe execution file on the CD ROM 3 Follow the instructions given on the screen to proceed with installation Using HUB Monitor 4 After installing the integrated PC driver Samsung HUB Monitor Setup
43. mption of the product to 50 e Off Deactivate power saving mode 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the te 5 The selected option will be applied 7 Setup and Reset 64 7 3 7 4 Setup and Reset Menu Transparency Set the transparency for the menu windows 7 3 1 Changing Menu Transparency Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 3 Press Av to move to Menu Transparency and press t on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Adjust F0 Enter 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the te 5 The selected option will be applied Language Set the menu language K e Achange to the language setting will only be applied to the onscreen menu display e It will not be applied to other functions on your PC 7 4 1 Changing the Language Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 7 Setup and Reset 65 1 5 Setup and Reset 3 Press Av to move to Language and press t on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Deutsch English Espa ol Fran ais Italiano Magyar Polski Portugu s Pycckuin Svenska 4 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the cel 5 The selected option will be applied PC AV Mode Set PC AV Mode to AV The picture size will be enlarge
44. n properly if the product is connected to a PC via USB orHDMI 4 1 Screen Setup Configure the screen settings such as brightness and color tone MAGIC This feature provides the viewing angle brightness and tint to suit your preferences 4 1 1 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle Magic 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 SAMSUNG A e This option is not available when MAGIC Bright is in Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode e This option is not available when PAKETE Color is enabled Configuring Magic Angle Press I on the product Press v to move to Picture and press t on the product Press A v to move to MAGIC and press t on the product KR Q N ra Press A v to move to Magic Angle and press t on the product The following screen will appear WG Lean Back Mode 1 Lean Back Mode 2 Standing Mode Side Mode Group View Custom Adjust e Off Select this option to view directly in front of the product e Lean Back Mode 1 Select this option to view from a place slightly lower than the product 4 Screen Setup 44 Screen Setup e Lean Back Mode 2 Select this option to view from a place lower than Lean Back Mode 1 2 mode e Standing Mode S
45. nalog HDMI USB Super Charging Table Of Contents 63 Eco Saving 63 Configuring Eco Saving 65 Menu Transparency 65 Changing Menu Transparency 65 Language 65 Changing the Language 66 PC AV Mode 66 Configuring PC AV Mode 67 Auto Source 67 Configuring Auto Source 67 Display Time 67 Configuring Display Time 68 Key Repeat Time 68 Configuring Key Repeat Time 69 Off Timer On Off 69 Configuring Off Timer On Off 69 Off Timer Setting 69 Configuring Off Timer Setting 70 Reset 70 Initializing Settings Reset INFORMATION MENU AND 71 INFORMATION OTHERS 7 Displaying INFORMATION 71 Configuring Brightness in the Startup Screen k 72 Configuring Volume in the Startup Screen 72 Configuring HUB in the Initial Screen Table Of Contents TROUBLESHOOTING 73 Requirements Before Contacting GUIDE Samsung Customer Service Center 73 Testing the Product 73 Checking the Resolution and Frequency 73 Check the followings 76 Q amp A SPECIFICATIONS 78 General 79 PowerSaver 80 Standard Signal Mode Table APPENDIX si Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE 83 Correct Disposal of This Product Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment 84 Terminology INDEX 1 1 Preparations Checking the Contents 1 1 1 Removing the Packaging 1 Open the packaging box Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with a sharp instrument t Remove the Styrofoam from the product Che
46. nput source by pressing the t button a message that shows the changed input source will appear at the top left corner of the screen Gg This function is not available with any product that supports an Analog interface only e If the a button blinks abnormally there may be a problem in the operation of the fan inside the product If the problem persists for more than 10 minutes consult your nearest customer service center NN Move to the upper or lower menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu lt gt Move to the left or right menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu 1 Preparations PIE Preparations 1 2 2 Reverse Side IZ The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality SAMSUNG Port Description CHo Connects to a PC using the D SUB cable Connects to a network using the LAN cable Connects to a PC via a USB cable LE This port can only connect to a PC Connects to the DC power adapter 1 Preparations 22 Preparations 1 2 3 Left Side View K The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality Port Description Q Connects to an audio output device such as headphones HDMI IN Connects to a source device using an HDMI cable Connect
47. oduct and the DVI port on the PC 2 Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket and turn on the power switch on the PC A Audio is not available if the PC and product are connected via the HDMI DVI port Connecting and Using a Source Device Connection Using an HDMI Cable Digital Type 7 Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the side of the product and the HDMI port on the PC 2 Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket and turn on the power switch on the PC K Be sure to connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to K on the product to es hear audio Connecting and Using a Source Device 3 2 2 Driver Installation You can set the optimum resolution and frequency for this product by installing the corresponding drivers for this product An installation driver is contained on the CD supplied with the product e _ Ifthe file provided is faulty visit the Samsung homepage http Awww samsung com and download the file Insert the user manual CD provided with the product into the CD ROM drive Click Windows Driver Follow the instructions given on the screen to proceed with installation KR N ra Select your product model from the list of models Select the display adapter on which you want to intall he monitor Select the monitor which you wert to install 5 Go to Display Properties and check that the resolution and refresh rate are
48. r manually The static IP address mode is used to manually enter an IP address The static IP address mode is suitable if the IP address for the PC should not be changed such as for a file sharing server and generally is not used except under such special circumstances A When using your HUB Monitor s or notebook PC s LAN network ensure you insert a LAN cable into only one device Otherwise a system crash may occur Static IP User 7 Set the LAN network for the notebook PC to Disable 2 Goto Control Panel Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings Next right click on the notebook PC s network device and select Disable Cal Jee gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet Network Connections Searc Organize v Disable this network device Diagnose this connection Rename this connection Change settings of this connection Name Status Device Name Connectivity B Local Area Connection mang Intel R 82567LF 3 Gigabit Network Connection Q Local Area Connection LAN9512 LAN9514 USB 2 0 to Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 tatus Diagnose Bridge Connections Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties Using HUB Monitor Right click on the HUB Monitor s network device marked LAN9512 LAN9514 USB 2 0 to Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 and select Use Be sure to perform this process before configuring the IP Configure the static IP Assign the s
49. reen will appear Intelligent Adjust EH Enter e Off Disable MAIG Color e Demo Compare normal screen mode with Mere Color mode e Full Obtain a vivid picture quality for all areas including the flesh colors in the picture e Intelligent Improve the chroma for all areas except the flesh colors in the picture 5 Press A v to move to the option you want and press the q 6 The selected option will be applied Brightness Adjust the general brightness of the picture Range O 100 A higher value will make the picture appear brighter 4 21 Configuring Brightness Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to Brightness and press on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE a 0 E lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the Brightness using the lt gt button 4 Screen Setup 4 3 4 4 Screen Setup Contrast Adjust the contrast between the objects and background Range 0 100 A higher value will increase the contrast to make the object appear clearer K This option is not available when Magic Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 4 3 1 Configuring Contrast Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to Picture and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to Contrast and press Ge on the product The following screen will appear PICTURE E lt gt Adjust E Enter
50. result if instructions are not followed A Warning Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are Caution not followed O Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited Q Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed Before Using the Product 2 Before Using the Product Cleaning Cleaning Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched Take the following steps when cleaning 1 Power off the monitor and computer 2 Disconnect the power cord from the monitor 14 Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands Otherwise an electric shock may result 3 Wipe the monitor with a clean soft and dry cloth e Do not apply a cleaning agent that contains alcohol solvent or surfactant to the monitor e Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product 4 Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the monitor 5 Connect the power cord to the product after cleaning the product 6 Power on the monitor and computer Before Using the Product Securing the Installation Space e Keep the required distances between the product and other objects e g walls to ensure proper ventilation Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with the product due to an increase in the internal temperature 4 The appearance may differ depending on the prod
51. s to a source device via a USB cable Compatible with a USB cable version 3 0 or lower Ss442 ssa 1 LE e The USB 3 0 port is blue in color e If 1 port is selected for USB Super Charging only the ss 1 port is enabled 1 Preparations 23 Preparations 1 2 4 Right Side View K The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality Port Description Connects to a source device via a USB cable Compatible with a USB cable version 2 0 or lower LE The USB 2 0 port is black in color 1 Preparations 24 Preparations 1 2 5 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height NG The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality 52 100 e The monitor tilt and height can be adjusted e Hold the top center of the product and adjust the tilt carefully 2 1 2 2 Using HUB Monitor You can use HUB Monitor function by connecting the product to a PC through a USB cable HUB Monitor system allows the product to function as a HUB so that you can connect a device directly to the product to control the device from the product without having to connect the device to a PC About HUB Monitor HUB Monitor is a HUB system developed independently by Samsung and allows you to conveniently control a notebook PC that has a sma
52. save this configuration A static IP must be allotted to only one network device The following message will appear if the same static IP is allotted to the network devices of both the notebook PC and HUB Monitor Ensure the network device that is not in use is set to Disable Select No in the message window To use the notebook PC s LAN network set the HUB Monitor s network to Disable and the notebook PC s network device to Use Next configure the IP settings 2 6 Using HUB Monitor 6 Click Close Local Area Connection 8 Properties Networking Connect using aP LAN9512 LAN9514 USB 20 Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 corto This connection uses the following items 083 Client for Microsoft Networks M E QoS Packet Scheduler dB Fie and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks 4 Intemet Protocol Version 6 TCP IPv6 Z 2 intemet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 4 Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper I O Driver M Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder instal Uninstall Properties Description Allows your computerto access resources on a Microsoft network Before using USB Mode ev Most of the games require high resolution and fast response time When you play a game we recommand to use Analog or HDMI Mode rather than USB Mode Also for playing Game and Movie clips on Windows XP or VISTA is no
53. t supported It would take some time to connect to USB Especially when you use them for the first time If it is USB Mode USB2 0 supported by PC we recommend to connect to USB2 0 port for USB HUB function black colored connector Connecting and Using a Source Device 3 1 Before Connecting SAMSUNG 3 1 1 Pre connection Checkpoints e Before 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 e Do not connect the power cable until all connections are completed Connecting the power cable during connection may damage the product e Check the types of ports at the back of the product you want to connect 3 Connecting and Using a Source Device ET 3 2 Connecting and Using a Source Device Connecting and Using a PC 3 2 1 Connecting to a PC e Select a connection method suitable for your PC LE Connecting parts may differ in different products Connection using the D SUB cable Analogue type Connect the D SUB cable to the D SUB port on the back of the product and the RGB port on the PC 2 Connect the DC power adapter to the product and a power socket and turn on the power switch on the PC NG Audio is not available if the PC and product are connected via the D SUB port Connection Using an HDMI DVI Cable Connect an HDMI DVI cable to the HDMI port on the side of the pr
54. tatic IP that is allotted to the HUB Monitor s network device Go to Control Panel Network and Internet Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings Next right click on the HUB Monitor s network device marked LAN9512 LAN9514 USB 2 0 to Ethernet 10 100 Adapter 7 select Properties Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties and configure the static IP and DNS settings Local Area Connection 4 Properties i 1 Networking Ng Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Properties General You can get IP settings assigned automatically if your network supports this ity Otherwise you need to ask your network administrator for the appropriate IP settings Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address PP address 217 141 3 200 Subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Default gateway ERE Obtain DNS server address automatically Use the following DNS server addresses Preferred DNS server 164 124 101 2 Alternate DNS server 164 124 101 1 Evadare tenn a co Microsoft TCP IP gt Warning Multiple default gateways are intended to provide y redundancy to a single network such as an intranet or the Internet They will not function properly when the gateways are on two separate disjoint networks such as one on your intranet and one on the Internet Do you want to
55. that the product does not power off automatically e On Activate the off timer so that the product powers off automatically 4 Press v to move to the option you want and press the ce 5 The selected option will be applied Off Timer Setting The off timer can be set within a range of 1 to 23 hours The product will automatically power off after the specified number of hours K This option is only available when Off Timer On Off is set to On 7 10 1 Configuring Off Timer Setting Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press t on the product 7 Setup and Reset 69 Setup and Reset 3 Press Av to move to Off Timer Setting and press ta on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET lt gt Adjust EJ Enter 4 Press lt gt to configure Off Timer Setting 711 Reset Return all the settings for the product to the default factory settings 7 11 1 Initializing Settings Reset Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SETUP amp RESET and press C on the product 3 Press y to move to Reset and press t on the product The following screen will appear SETUP amp RESET Adjust E Enter 4 Press Nv to move to the option you want and press the Cea 5 The selected option will be applied 7 Setup and Reset INFORMATION Menu and Others 8 1 INFORMATION View the current input source frequency and resolution 8 1
56. tion will be applied from the next time the product connects to the PC 2 4 Using HUB Monitor K When multiple display output ports on the PC are connected to the HUB Monitor different signals may output depending on the system specifications of the PC 2 3 1 Connecting to a PC via the USB Cable Connect the USB cable to i i on the back of the product and USB E on the PC K 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 Connect a desktop PC to the product using the USB cable 2 Press t to change the input source for the product to USB mode 3 The product will display the PC screen 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 If the input source does not switch to USB mode automatically press t to switch to USB mode Utilizing HUB Monitor HUB Monitor is only available when the product is connected to a PC through a USB cable 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 product will improve your work efficiency by allowing
57. to the following standard signal modes is transmitted from your PC the screen will automatically be adjusted If the signal transmitted from the PC does not belong to the standard signal modes the screen may be blank with the power LED on In such a case change the settings according to the following table by referring to the graphics card user manual Resolution ean aaa pa Paga na kHz Hz VESA 640 x 480 31 469 59 940 25 175 VESA 800 x 600 35 156 56 250 36 000 VESA 800 x 600 37 879 60 317 40 000 VESA 1024 x 768 48 363 60 004 65 000 VESA 1280 x 800 49 702 59 810 83 500 VESA 1280 x 960 60 000 60 000 108 000 VESA 1280 x 1024 63 981 60 020 108 000 VESA 1440 x 900 55 935 59 887 106 500 VESA 1600 x 1200 75 000 60 000 162 000 VESA 1680 x 1050 65 290 59 954 146 250 VESA 1920 x 1080 67 500 60 000 148 500 A e Horizontal Frequency The time required to scan a single line from the left to the right side of the screen is called a horizontal cycle The reciprocal number of a horizontal cycle is called horizontal frequency Horizontal frequency is measured in kHz e Vertical Frequency Repeating the same picture dozens of times per second allows you to view natural pictures The repeat frequency is called vertical frequency or refresh rate and is indicated in Hz 10 Specifications 80 Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE A If
58. uct ED E E ae ee a ee E E ET E 110 cm Precautions for storage High glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used nearby A Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 if the inside of the monitor needs cleaning service fee will be charged Safety Precautions Electricity and Safety The following images are for reference only Real life situations may differ from what is shown in the mai images A Warning Before Using the Product Do not use a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power socket e An electric shock or fire may result Do not plug many products into the same power socket e Otherwise the socket may overheat and cause a fire Do not touch the power plug with wet hands e Otherwise an electric shock may result Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose e An unstable connection may cause a fire Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket type 1 insulated devices only e An electric shock or injury may result Do not bend or pull the power cord with force Do not weigh the power cord down with a heavy object e A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources e An electric shock or fire may result Remove foreign substances such as dust around the
59. ung Customer Service Center page 81 e Product failure an electric shock or fire may result Do not place objects containing liquid vases pots bottles etc or metallic objects on top of the product e f water or any foreign substance enters the product be sure to power off the product remove the power cord and contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 e Product failure an electric shock or fire may result Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause afterimage burn in or defective pixels e If 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 e Otherwise a fire may result from accumulated dust overheating an electric shock or electric leakage Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency MAN e Your eyesight may deteriorate Do not put DC power adapters together KS e Otherwise a fire may result Remove the plastic bag from the DC power adapter before you use it NG e Otherwise a fire may result S Before Using the Product EDE Before Using the Product Do not let water enter the DC power device or get the device wet
60. upport Make it easier to read what s on your screen Tou can change me size ot text an omer nems on your screen by choosing one ot hese options To temporary enlarge just part of the screen use the Magnifier ma mao Aina Preview Mesum 125 gal Ak Some nems may not it on your seen t you choose mis ang whe you slay set to a tetoiuton Adjust your computer s settings Viewy Largeicons WY Action Center GJ Administrative Tools Wig svvPtay W Backup and Restore SX BitLocker Drive Encryption Hl Color Management E credential Manager B Date and Time Detautt Programs Wy Desktop Gadgets GD Device Manager aaj Devices and Printers tse of access Center Pwoluion onerttion anda rie aray Show destino ton he cent your main da annert to a projector tor pre me AY ey ane tap P Connecting and Using a Source Device 3 3 Connecting to a Video Device e The product can be connected to a video device A Connecting parts may differ in different products 3 3 1 Connection Using an HDMI Cable Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI ports on the product and video device 2 Press C to change the input source to HDMI W4 Be sure to connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to IK on the product to ear audio 3 4 Connecting Headphones HEADPHONE e Connect an audio output device such as headphones or speakers to K on the product NG Headphones will functio
61. utton Blue Adjust the value of the color blue in the picture Range 0 100 A higher value will increase the intensity of the color WZ This option is not available when Magic Color is in Full or Intelligent mode 5 3 1 Configuring Blue Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to COLOR and press t on the product 3 Press v to move to Blue and press t on the product The following screen will appear lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the Blue using the lt gt button 5 Configuring Tint 53 5 4 Configuring Tint Color Tone Adjust the general color tone of the picture 5 4 1 This option is not available when Magic Angle is enabled This option is not available when MAGIC Color is in Full or Intelligent mode Configuring the Color Tone Settings Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to COLOR and press t on the product 3 Press iv to move to Color Tone and press t on the product The following screen will appear Cool 2 Cool 1 Normal Warm 1 Warm 2 Custom Adjust F0 Enter Cool2 Set the color temperature to be cooler than Cool Cool1 Set the color temperature to be cooler than Normal mode Normal Display the standard color tone Warm1 Set the color temperature to be warmer than Normal mode Warm2 Set the color temperature to be warmer than Warm1 Custom Customize the color tone 4 Press v to move to the option
62. v to move to H Position and press on the product The following screen will appear SIZE amp POSITION lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the H Position using the lt gt button 6 4 Vertical Position Move the screen up or down WZ e Only available in Analog mode e _H Position or V Position can be adjusted if Size is set to Screen Fit 6 4 1 Configuring V Position Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SIZE amp POSITION and press Ca on the product 3 Press v to move to V Position and press Ce on the product The following screen will appear SIZE amp POSITION lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the V Position using the lt gt button 6 Resizing or Relocating the Screen 58 6 5 Resizing or Relocating the Screen Menu H Position Move the menu position to the left or right 6 5 1 Configuring Menu H Position Press IM on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SIZE amp POSITION and press C on the product 3 Press Av to move to Menu H Position and press t on the product The following screen will appear SIZE amp POSITION lt gt Adjust E Enter 4 Adjust the Menu H Position using the lt gt button 6 Resizing or Relocating the Screen 59 6 6 Resizing or Relocating the Screen Menu V Position Move the menu position up or down 6 6 1 Configuring Menu V Position Press m on the product 2 Press Nv to move to SIZE amp POSITION
63. where the product should operate continuously for an extended period of time may seriously affect its performance e Besure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 before installation if you want to install the product at such a place High voltage runs through the product Do not attempt to disassemble repair or modify the product on your own e An electric shock or fire may result e Contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 for repair Before you move the product be sure to turn off the power switch and remove all the cables connected to the product including the power cord and the antenna cable e Otherwise the power cord may be damaged and a fire or electric shock may result If the product generates a strange noise a burning smell or smoke remove the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 e An electric shock or fire may result Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it e The product may fall and your child may become injured or seriously harmed If the product falls or the exterior is damaged power off the product remove the power cord and contact Samsung Customer Service Center page 81 e Otherwise an electric shock or fire may result Before Using the Product Do not put a heavy object toy or sweets on top of the product e The product or heavy objects may fall
64. witch the screen back on press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse Power savign mode only functions when the product is connected to a PC with a power saving function C23A550U PowerSaver Normal Operation Power saving mode Power off Power button Power Indicator On Blinking Amber Power Consumption 33 6 W 1W or lower 0 3 W C27A550U Power off PowerSaver Normal Operation Power saving mode Pone buton Power Indicator On Blinking Amber Power Consumption 43 8 W 1W or lower 0 3 W The displayed power consumption level can vary in different operating conditions or when settings are changed e Toreduce the power consumption to O watts turn off the power switch on the back of the product or disconnect the power cable Be sure to disconnect the power cable when you will not be using the product for an extended period of time To reduce the power consumption to O watts when the power switch is not available disconnect the power cable 10 Specifications y Specifications 10 3 Standard Signal Mode Table A This product can be set to only one resolution for each screen size to obtain the optimum picture quality due to the nature of the panel Therefore a resolution other than the specified resolution may degrade the picture quality To avoid this it is recommended that you select the optimum resolution specified for the screen size of your product If a signal that belongs

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