SyncMaster T260HD/T240HDLCD MonitorUser Manual
IntroductionPackage Contents NotePlease make sure the following items are included with your monitor.If any items are missing, contact your dealer.Con
Sold separatelyUSB Cable TV Antenna Cable(Coaxial Cable)Component(PR, PB, Y) Cable Audio Cable Digital audio optic output ca-ble OthersRemote ControlB
Your MonitorFrontActivates a highlighted menu item.Push the ' ', button to change the input signal source.Changing the source is only allowe
NoteThe button to the right of the monitor are touch-sensitive buttons.Touch a button lightly with your finger.Power indicatorThis light is lit when
PCConnect the PC terminal at the back of yourmonitor to your computer.HDMI/-D AUDIO IN / DIG-ITAL AUDIO OUT(OPTI-CAL) / EX-LINK HDMI/PC/DVI-D AUDIO
The Kensington Lock is a device used to phys-ically fix the system when using it in a publicplace. The locking device has to be purchasedseparately. T
Connect the CATV cable or TV antenna cableto the "ANT IN" port on the rear side of the prod-uct. Make sure to use a TV antenna cable (solds
Remote Control POWERNumber ButtonsTV/DTVCH LIST MUTE MENU Up-Down Left-Right buttons ENTER RETURN SOURCEPRE-CHGUIDED.MENU P EXIT INFOTTX/MIXCOLOR BUT
Enter the two-digit channel number.4. TV/DTV Selects the TV and DTV mode directly.5. CH LIST It display "Channel List" on the screen.6. Adju
The monitor has three automatic picture settings that are preset atthe factory.Then press the button again to circle through available preconfig-ured
Safety InstructionsNotational NoteThese safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property damage.Make sure to read the i
ConnectionsConnecting CablesConnecting to a Computer Connect the power cord for your monitor to the POWER port on the back of the monitor.Plug the pow
• If you connect properly your monitor using the DVI connector but get a blank or fuzzy screen,check to see if the monitor status is set to analogue.
NoteConnect to the DVD Devices input if the device has a EXT (RGB) jack. You can watch DVD simplyby hooking up the DVD player with the monitor as lon
Connecting DVD / DTV Set Top Box NoteConnect to the DVD / DTV Set Top Box input if the device has a [COMPONENT IN] connector. Youcan watch Component s
a. Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the HDMI IN terminal of the monitorusing the HDMI cable. When all the connections are complete
1. Connect the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)] terminal of your monitor to the digital soundinput terminal of your digital amplifier using an optical ca
Connecting Headphone NoteYou may connect your headphones to the monitor.1. Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal.Using the Stan
Using the SoftwareMonitor Driver NoteWhen prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROMincluded with this monitor. Driver
NoteThis monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Sam
NoteThis monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system.The certified driver will be posted on Sam
Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly andcorrectly.• Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not forcefully bend or pull
9. Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, andclick "Next". 10.Click "Close" → &
1. Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive.2.Click "Start" → "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon.3. Clic
7. Click the "Browse" button then choose A:(D:\Driver) and choose your monitor model in the modellist and click the "Next" button.
10. Monitor driver installation is completed.Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Operating SystemWhen you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on you
4. Select the "Monitor" tab.5. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area.6. Choose "Specify the location
Natural ColorNatural Color Software ProgramOne of the recent problems in using a computer is that the color of the images printed out by a printeror o
Adjusting the MonitorPictureAvailable Modes• PC / DVI• TV• DTV• Ext.• Component• HDMI NoteThe default setting may be different depending on the select
• TextFor documents or works involving heavy text.• Dynamic ContrastDynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and a
The values of Fine, Coarse, Position are adjusted automatically.By changing the resolution in the control panel, auto function is performed.The direct
Image parameters are replaced with the factory default values.Picture Options• Colour ToneThe tone of the color can be changed.(Available in PC / DVI
DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, MOSQUITO REPELLANT, CIGA-RETTES AND ANY HEATING APPLIANCES NEAR THE PROD-UCT.• Otherwise, this may result in fire. Keep heating
Adjusts the individual R, G, B color controls.• SizeYou can switch the Size.Wide / 4:3ResetPicture parameters are replaced with the factory default v
Picture : TV / DTV / Ext. / Component / HDMI ModeThe Monitor has three automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", and &qu
• Brightness : Adjust the Brightness.• Sharpness : Adjust the Sharpness.• Colour : Adjust the Colour.• Tint : Adds a natural tone to the display. (
SizeYou can switch the Size.The direct button on the remote control is 'P.SIZE' button.Auto Wide - Automatically adjusts the picture size to
Only when setting the picture size to Auto Wide can the user determine the Screen mode. Eachindividual European country requires a different picture s
Picture parameters are replaced with the factory default values.• OK• CancelSoundAvailable Modes• PC / DVI• TV• DTV• Ext.• Component• HDMI NoteThe def
Choose Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialogue (i.e., news).• CustomChoose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal
Auto Volume Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters.• Off• OnTV Speaker If you set this menu "On", sound output from the
Country Select the country in which the product is being used before you use the Auto Store feature. If you donot see your country in the list, select
• ProgrammeInputting the appropriate program number on the screen.• Colour SystemAdjusts repeatedly until the colour is of the best quality.(Auto <
CleanWhen cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipewith a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not spray cleaner directly on
• Child LockProtects children from viewing inappropriate programs by blocking certain broadcast or videoprograms.The Child Lock feature can be selecte
The following characters are available: Letters of the alphabet (A~Z) / Numbers (0~9) / Special char-acters (+, -, *, /, space)Fine Tune Due to weak s
When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed automatically and sub sequently.the following settings are available.• Shop : Sele
Use to set the Monitor to be turned off automatically in certain minutes.• Off, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180• Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3You can have the mo
Adjust a Programme.Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisypicture backgr
Light Effect You can turn on/off the LED on the front of monitor according to the situation. Use it for saving poweror when the LED dazzles your eyes.
Energy Saving This feature adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. When watchingTV at night, set the "Energy Savin
InputAvailable Modes• PC / DVI• TV• DTV• Ext.• Component• HDMI NoteThe default setting may be different depending on the selected Input Mode (input si
Edit Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier• PC• VCR• DVD• D-VHS• Cable STB• HD STB• Satel
TroubleshootingSelf-Test Feature Check Note• Check the following items yourself before calling for service. Contact the service center for prob-lems t
If there is a strange smell or a strange sound or smoke is coming fromthe product, disconnect the power plug immediately and contact a ServiceCenter.
• Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substan-ces, or a wet cloth.• We recommend a Samsung cleansing agent is used to pre-vent damage to th
PC ModeQ: It appears the PC does not function normally.A: Check if the Display Adapter Driver (VGA Driver) is properly installed. (Refer to Installing
A: Check if the resolution and frequency set for the computer video card falls in the range supportedby the monitor.If not, reset them referring to th
5. You may see small particles if you look closely at the edge of the bezel surrounding the screen.This is part of the product’s design and is not a d
Q: What is the difference between HDTV and SDTV?A: There are various types of digital TVs.A: The most widely known types of digital TV are HDTV and SD
SpecificationsGeneralGeneralModel Name SyncMaster T260HDLCD PanelSize 25.5 inch (64 cm)Display area 550.08 mm (H) x 343.8mm (V)Pixel Pitch 0.282 mm (H
Environmental considerationsHumidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensingStorage Temperature : -4 °F ~ 113 °F (-20 °C ~ 45 °C)Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-cond
Preset Timing ModesIf the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, thescreen will be adjusted automatica
LCD PanelSize 24 inch (61 cm)Display area 518.4 mm (H) x 324.0 mm (V)Pixel Pitch 0.258 mm (H) x 0.258 mm (V)SynchronizationHorizontal 30 ~ 81 kHzVerti
Plug and Play CapabilityThis monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of themonitor and the computer systems
When using a fixed screen for a long time, an afterimage or stain mayoccur.• If you are not using your product for a long period of time, put it into
Display Mode HorizontalFrequency(kHz)Vertical Fre-quency (Hz)Pixel Clock(MHz)Sync Polarity(H/V)IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/-IBM, 640 x 480 3
InformationFor Better Display Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the computeras described below to enjoy the b
and they are sent in HDTV(16:9) mode.objects appear heavier than inreality.watching HDTV broadcast-ing.NoteIf temporary stops, mosaic screens, or jagg
Ex) Cycle : Display Information for 1 hour followed by a Display Logo or moving imagefor 1 minute. Change the Color Information periodically (Use 2 di
Image retention may not occur when a LCD panel is operated under normal conditions.Normal conditions are defined as continuously changing video patter
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curacy of the display. A high resolution is good for performingmultiple tasks as more image information can be shown on thescreen.Example: If the reso
A2 This system uses two carriers to transmit voice data. Countriessuch as South Korea and Germany use this system.BTSC Broadcast Television System Com
Be careful that children do not place the battery in their mouths whenremoved from the remote control. Place the battery in a location thatchildren o
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) -Europe onlyuct should not be mixed with other commercial wastes fordis
Be careful when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of thestand.• This may result in personal injury as your hand or fingers may be-come
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