Table of contents Before Using the Product Connecting and Using a Source Device Menu Safety Precautions Read below before connecting the product. Picture Electricity and Safety Ports OnScreen Display Installation Operation Connecting and Using a PC System Connection Using the HDMI Cable Cleaning Support Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable...
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Table of contents Troubleshooting Guide Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center Product diagnosis (Screen issue) Checking the Resolution and Frequency Check the following. Q & A Specifications General Standard Signal Mode Table Appendix Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost to...
DC voltage: Rated voltage marked • Only use the power cord provided with your product by Samsung. Do not use the power cord with literature concerning operation and with this symbol is DC voltage. other products.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a stove. ‒ Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to install the product at such a ‒ The product lifespan may be reduced or a fire may result.
‒ Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power cord when water or other foreign Warning substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center. • There is a high voltage inside the product. Never disassemble, repair or modify the product •...
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Caution • Do not hold the product upside-down or move it by holding the stand. ‒ The product may fall and become damaged or cause an injury. • Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.
High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used nearby. ― Contact your nearest Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to clean the inside of the product (Service fee will be charged.) Do not press the product screen with hands or other objects.
Chapter 02 Preparations Installation Attaching the Stand ― Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. ― Disassembly is the reverse order of assembly. Put the stand base onto the stand neck as the direction Tightly fasten the connecting screw at the bottom of shown in the figure.
Precautions for moving the product Checking the space around the product Make sure to have enough space for ventilation when placing the product. An internal temperature rise may cause fire and damage the product. Maintain enough space around the product as shown in the diagram when installing the product.
Adjusting the Product Tilt Anti-theft Lock ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without ― An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. notice to improve quality.
If you install the product on a slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury. Samsung wall mount kits contain a detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for assembly are provided.
Control Panel Parts Description JOG Button Multi directional button that helps navigate. This LED is power status indicator. ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without ― You can select the power LED operation to be enabled or disabled on the Power LED notice to improve quality.
Direct Key Guide ― On the Direct Key Guide screen, the following menu options appear when the product screen is switched on or the input source is changed. Eye Saver Mode Source Features Eye Saver Mode Off ― The Direct Key Guide screen shows if Eye Saver Mode is enabled.
Chapter 03 Connecting and Using a Source Device Read below before connecting the product. Ports ― The functions available may vary depending on the product model. The color and shape of parts may differ Before connecting the product, check the shapes of both ports of the supplied signal cables and from what is shown.
Connecting and Using a PC Connection Using an DP Cable Select a connection method suitable for your PC. Connection Using the HDMI Cable ― It is recommended to use the DP cable provided as an accessory. If not provided, be sure to use a DP cable HDMI of 1.5 m or below.
Tidying Up the Connected Cables Connecting the Power Connect the corresponding cables. Pull the right side of the HOLDER-STAND CABLE to remove from the stand. The left side of the Connect the power cable to the AC/DC adapter. Then, connect the AC/DC adapter to the DC 14V HOLDER-STAND CABLE can be damaged when port on the back of the product.
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 on information message and change the resolution on your PC to the optimum setting.
Chapter 04 Menu Function Key Guide → ― The functions available may vary depending on the product model. The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. Picture Description Picture Mode...
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Description Picture Mode mode When the external input is connected through HDMI, DP and PC/AV Mode is set to AV, Picture Mode has four automatic picture settings (Dynamic, Standard, Movie and Custom) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie or Custom.
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Description Color Color Tone • Color Tone: Select a color tone that best suits your viewing needs. • R-Gain: Adjust high-level red intensity. • G-Gain: Adjust high-level green intensity. • B-Gain: Adjust high-level blue intensity. • R-Offset: Adjust low-level red intensity. •...
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Description Game Mode Configure the product screen settings for game mode. Use this feature when playing games on a PC or when a game console such as PlayStation™ or Xbox™ is connected. ― This menu is not available when Eye Saver Mode is enabled.
OnScreen Display Description Transparency Set the transparency for the menu windows. Position • H-Position: Move the menu position to the left or right. • V-Position: Move the menu position up or down. Language Set the menu language. ― A change to the language setting will only be applied to the onscreen menu display. Display Time Set how long the menu window will remain on screen for when it is not in use.
System Description FreeSync FreeSync technology is solution that eliminates screen tearing without all the usual lag and latency. FreeSync can be operated when you use AMD's graphic card with supporting FreeSync solution. For more information, see FreeSync page. Eco Saving Plus Reduce energy consumption compared to consumption at the maximum brightness level.
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Description PC/AV Mode PC/AV Mode to AV. The picture size will be enlarged. This option is useful when you view a movie. ― Products with a display area of 16:9 or 16:10 are only supported. DisplayPort Ver. Select the DisplayPort version to use. ―...
Update software using an update file on a USB device. Save the update file (in .bin format) that you downloaded from the Samsung website (http://www.samsung.com/sec) to a USB device. Connect the USB device to the SERVICE port on the monitor.
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Description Register Product Discover how to register your product. Information View the current software information. Refer to the actual monitor screen. Reset All Return all the settings for the product to the default factory settings.
Installing the Software Easy Setting Box Driver Installation To install the latest version of the product driver, download it from the Samsung website (http://www. samsung.com). ― You can set the optimum resolution and frequency for this product by installing the corresponding drivers.
Check the following. Customer Service Center Caution ― Before calling Samsung Customer Service Center, test your product as follows. If the problem persists, contact Samsung Customer Service Center. When the product makes popping (cracking) sound. The sound may be caused by contraction or expansion from temperature change of external Product diagnosis (Screen issue) components or internal circuit of the product.
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Screen issue The screen is too bright. The screen is too dark. Adjust Brightness and Contrast. The power LED is off. The screen will not switch on. Screen color is inconsistent. Check that the power cable is connected properly. Change the Color settings.
Q & A ― Refer to the user manual for your PC or graphics card for further instructions on adjustment. How can I change the frequency? Set the frequency on your graphics card. • Windows 7: Go to Control Panel → Appearance and Personalization → Display → Screen Resolution → Advanced settings → Monitor, and adjust Screen Refresh Rate under Monitor settings. •...
Based on the AC voltage of the adapter. For the DC voltage of the • The specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. product, refer to the product label. • For detailed device specifications, visit the Samsung website. Signal connectors HDMI, DisplayPort Environmental conditions Operating Temperature: 50 °F –...
Standard Signal Mode Table Model Name S32B30* Synchronization (PANEL Spec) Horizontal Frequency 30 ~ 84 kHz Vertical Frequency 48 ~ 75 Hz Resolution Optimum Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 75 Hz If a signal that belongs 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 even though the power LED turns on.
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Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Resolution (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) VESA, 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.000 VESA, 1440 x 900 55.935 59.887 106.500 VESA, 1600 x 900 60.000 60.000 108.000 VESA, 1680 x 1050 65.290 59.954 146.250 VESA, 1920 x 1080 67.500...
• Use of supplies or separately sold product unspecified by Samsung. • Repair from a person besides an engineer of outsourcing service company or partner of Samsung Not a product defect Electronics Co., Ltd. •...
― If you encounter any issues when using the function, contact the Samsung Service Center. This feature will eliminate screen tearing and lag during game play. Improve your gaming experience.