SyncMaster S19B150N/S22B150N/S24B150NL Monitor User Manual The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
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Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Do not clean the product with an inflammable substance such as benzene or thinner or with a wet cloth. This may result in a problem with the product.
Cleaning the Monitor Cleaning the Monitor • The panel and exterior of the cutting-edge monitor scratch easily and require careful attention. Clean the monitor according to the following steps. 1. Power off the monitor and PC. 2. Disconnect the power cable from the monitor. To avoid electric shock, be sure you disconnect the cable by gripping the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands.
Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME Warning Caution Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Do not disassemble. Do not touch. Power Related The product image used in the following pictures for your reference may look different from the actual product. Warning Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power outlet.
Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord.
Caution Do not let the product drop while moving it. • This may result in a problem with the product or injury. When installing the product on a console or shelf, make sure that the front of the product does not protrude out of the console or shelf. •...
Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel coming off. Use a soft, damp cloth with a "monitor- exclusive cleansing agent" and wipe the product with it.
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Avoid moving the product by pulling the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable. Avoid lifting up or move the product by holding only the power cord or signal cable.
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Be careful that adaptor should not be in contact with water and therefore not be wet. • This may cause a malfunction, electric shock or fire. Do not use adaptor by the waterside or outside particularly when it rains or snows. Be careful that adaptor should not be wet while cleaning floor with water.
Installing the Product Package Contents • Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product at a later stage. Installation Manual (Not available in all locations) Power Cord D-Sub Cable The cables provided may vary depending on the product you purchase.
Installing the Stand Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand in the direction shown by the figure. Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected. Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that it is completely fixed.
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Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure. Push the assembled stand into the main body in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. - Caution Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand. Disassembly is in the reverse order of the assembly.
Connecting with a PC The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. • When the graphics card provides D-Sub (<Analog>) output • Connect the [RGB IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable.
Kensington Lock A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locations. Since the shape and usage of the locking device may differ depending on the model and the manufacturer, for more information, refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device for more information.
Using the product Setting the Optimal Resolution If you turn the power on after purchasing the product, a message regarding the optimal resolution setting appears on the screen. Select a language and the optimal resolution. • The message appears up to 3 times if the resolution has not been set to the optimal resolution. •...
PC is not one of the following signal modes, a blank screen may be displayed or only the Power LED may be turned on. Therefore, configure it as follows referring to the User Manual of the graphics card. S19B150N HORIZONTAL...
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) 31.469 IBM, 720 x 400 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 49.726 MAC, 832 x 624 MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 VESA, 800 x 600...
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HORIZONTAL DISPLAY MODE FREQUENCY (KHZ) 31.469 IBM, 720 x 400 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 49.726 MAC, 832 x 624 MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681 VESA, 640 x 480 31.469 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 VESA, 800 x 600...
If you install the device driver, you can set up the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product. The device driver is included on the CD-ROM supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit a service center or Samsung Electronics website(http://www.samsung.com/), and download the driver. 1. Insert the driver installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
Product Operating Buttons Product Operating Buttons • Press one of the buttons on the monitor. OSD Guide will appear on the screen. • If you press a button on the front of the monitor, an OSD Guide will display showing the function of the button before the menu for the pressed button appears.
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ICON Press [AUTO] button to adjust the screen settings automatically AUTO If the resolution settings are changed in the Display Properties, the AUTO adjustment func- tion is performed. Press this button to turn the product on or off Power LED This LED is turned on when the product works normally.
Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure Top Menus Brightness PICTURE Fine COLOR Color Gamma H-Position SIZE & POSI- TION Reset SETUP&RESET Key Repeat Time INFORMA- TION Monitor functions may vary according to models. Please refer to actual product. PICTURE Menu Controls the screen brightness.
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Menu Provides preset picture settings optimized for various user environments such as editing a document, surfing the Internet, playing games,or movies and so on. • <Custom> If the preset picture modes are not sufficient, users can configure the <brightness> and <Contrast> directly using this mode.
Menu Expresses natural colors more clearly without changing the picture quality using proprietary digital picture quality improvement technology developed by Samsung Electronics. • <Off> - Turns the < Color • <Demo> - You can compare the pictures processed by <...
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Menu H-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen horizontally. V-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen vertically. Supplied for the wide models only such as 16:9 or 16:10. • <Auto> - The picture is displayed at the aspect ratio of the input signal. •...
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Menu This function provides user a low power mode which is realized by lowering the current of the display panel. • <75%> When <75%> is selected, the power consumption is about 75% of default setting. • <50%> Eco Saving When <50%> is selected, the power consumption is about 50% of default setting. •...
What is Natural Color ? This software works only for Samsung products and enables adjusting the displayed colors on the product and matches the colors on the product with the colors of the printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1).
MagicTune What is MagicTune? MagicTune is a software program that helps with monitor adjustments by providing comprehensive descriptions of monitor functions and easy-to-understand guidelines. Users can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using the operating buttons of the product. Installing the Software 1.
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3. In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select MagicTune™so that it is highlighted. 4. Click [Change or Remove Programs] to remove the software. 5. Select [Yes] to start removing MagicTune™. 6. Wait until a message box appears informing you that the software has been removed completely. For technical support, the FAQ (frequently asked questions) or information about the software upgrade for MagicTune™, please visit our website.
MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections. Installing the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the MultiScreen setup program. If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the MultiScreen setup file on the CD-ROM.
Troubleshooting Monitor Self-Diagnosis • You can check if the product is working properly using the Self-Diagnosis function. • If a blank screen is displayed and the Power LED blinks even if the product and the PC are properly connected, perform the self-diagnosis function according to the procedures below.
Before Requesting Service Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Center. A blank screen appears / I cannot turn the product on Is the power cord connected properly? Is the <Check Signal Cable>...
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The color is displayed in 16 bit (16 colors). The color has been changed after changing the graphics card. Did you install the device driver for the product? Is the graphics card configured correctly? When I connect the monitor, the 'Unknown monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found' message is displayed. Did you install the device driver for the product? Check if all the Plug&Play (VESA DDC) functions are sup- ported referring to the User Manual of the graphics card.
FAQ! How can I change the frequency (refresh rate) of the video signal? How can I change the resolution? How can I use the power saving function? PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. Windows XP : Change the frequency by selecting Control →...
More Information Specifications S19B150N MODEL NAME Size Display area Panel Pixel Pitch Horizontal Synchroniza- tion Vertical Display Color Optimum resolution Resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight Operating Environmen- tal consider-...
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MODEL NAME Size Panel Display area Pixel Pitch Horizontal Synchroniza- tion Vertical Display Color Optimum resolution Resolution Maximum resolution Input Signal, Terminated Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal Cable Dimensions (WxHxD) / Weight Operating Environmen- tal consider- ations Storage Tilt S24B150NL S22B150N 21.5 inches (54 cm)
(Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.) (USA only) Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website, www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect, or call (877) 278 - 0799 More Information S24B150NL 23.6 inches (59 cm) 521.28 mm(H)
The PowerSaver system operates with a VESA DPM compliant video card installed in your computer. Use the software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature. STATE Power Indicator Power Consumption (S19B150N) Power Consumption (S22B150N) Power Consumption (S24B150NL) If there is no power cut-off switch, the power consumption is "0"...
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