Samsung S27C590H User Manual

User ManualS27C590HThe color and the appearance may differ depending onthe product, and the specifications are subject tochange without prior notice t

10Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductSafety PrecautionsSymbols for safety precautionsCautionRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPENCaution: T

Index100IndexAAppendix 90BBefore Connecting 30Blue 58Brightness 43CChecking the Contents 19Cleaning 8Coarse 54Connecting and Using a PC 31Connecting t

IndexIndex101Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost to Customers) 96SSafety Precautions 10SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright 46Sharpness 45Source Detection 71Stan

11Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductElectricity and Safety The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ

12Before Using the Product Before Using the Product CautionInstallation and Safety WarningDo not unplug the power cord when the product is in use. Th

13Before Using the Product Before Using the Product CautionDo not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surf

14Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductOperation WarningPut down the product carefully. The product may fall and break or cause a persona

15Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductDuring a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power cable. An electric

16Before Using the Product Before Using the Product CautionLeaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause aft

17Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductDo not hold the monitor upside-down or move it by holding the stand. The product may fall and brea

18Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductCorrect posture to use the product Use the product in the correct posture as follows: Straighten y

191 Preparations1 Preparations1.1 Checking the Contents 1.1.1 Removing the Packaging1 Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product whe

Table Of Contents2Table Of ContentsBEFORE USING THEPRODUCT7 Copyright7 Icons used in this manual8 Cleaning8 Cleaning9 Securing the Installation Space9

20Preparations11 Preparations1.1.2 Checking the Components  Contact the dealer where you purchased the product if any components are missing. The ap

21Preparations11 Preparations1.2 Parts1.2.1 Frontal Button The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to c

22Preparations11 Preparations1.2.2 Direct Key guideFor guidance on shortcut keys, the below OSD (On Screen Display) will be displayed if you move the

23Preparations11 Preparations1.2.3 Function Key GuideTo enter the main menu or to use other items, press the JOG button to display the Function Key Gu

24Preparations11 Preparations Actual models because of functional variation, Function key guide options will be different.Please run the corresponding

25Preparations11 Preparations1.2.4 Reverse Side The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change witho

26Preparations11 Preparations1.3 Installation1.3.1 Attaching the Stand Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surf

27Preparations11 Preparations1.3.2 Removing the StandPlace a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth so

28Preparations11 Preparations1.3.3 Adjusting the Product Tilt The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject t

29Preparations11 Preparations1.3.4 Anti-theft LockAn anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. The locking device

Table Of ContentsTable Of Contents331 Connecting and Using a PC31 Connection Using the D-SUB Cable (Analog Type)32 Connection Using an HDMI Cable 32 C

302 Connecting and Using a Source Device2 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.1 Before Connecting2.1.1 Pre-connection Checkpoints Before connecting

31Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.3 Connecting and Using a PCSelect a connection method suitable for your

32Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.3.2 Connection Using an HDMI Cable Do not connect the power cable befo

33Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.3.4 Connecting to Headphones or Speakers Do not connect the power cable

34Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.4 Connecting to a Video Device2.4.1 Connection Using an HDMI Cable Do

35Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.4.3 Tidying Up the Connected Cables

36Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.4.4 Changing the sound settings on WindowsControl Panel Audio Speaker

37Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.4.5 Driver Installation  You can set the optimum resolution and freque

38Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.4.6 Setting Optimum ResolutionAn information message about setting opti

39Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source Device2.4.7 Changing the Resolution Using a PC  Adjust the resolution and refr

Table Of ContentsTable Of Contents453 H-Position & V-Position53 Configuring H-Position & V-Position54 Coarse54 Adjusting Coarse55 Fine55 Adjus

40Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source DeviceChanging the Resolution on Windows VistaGo to Control Panel Personalizat

41Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source DeviceChanging the Resolution on Windows 7Go to Control Panel Display Screen

42Connecting and Using a Source Device22 Connecting and Using a Source DeviceChanging the Resolution on Windows 8Go to Settings Control Panel Displa

433 Screen Setup3 Screen SetupConfigure the screen settings such as brightness.When configuring the screen settings, refer to the Help bar for assista

44Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.2 ContrastAdjust the contrast between the objects and background. (Range: 0~100)A higher value will increase the contra

45Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.3 SharpnessMake the outline of objects more clear or blurry. (Range: 0~100)A higher value will make the outline of obje

46Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.4 SAMSUNG MAGIC BrightThis menu provides an optimum picture quality suitable for the environment where the product will

47Screen Setup33 Screen Setupthat are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie or Custom. You can select Custom which a

48Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.5 SAMSUNG MAGIC UpscaleUpscale function can enhance the layers of the picture details and the vividness of the picture.

49Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.6 Image SizeChange the picture size.3.6.1 Changing the Image Size1 When the Function Key Guide appears, select [] by mo

Table Of ContentsTable Of Contents566 Eco Saving66 Configuring Eco Saving67 Off Timer67 Configuring Off Timer68 Turn Off After68 Configuring Turn Off

50Screen Setup33 Screen Setup This can only be set when the external input is connected through HDMI and PC/AV Mode is set to AV. 4 Move to the desir

51Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.7 HDMI Black LevelIf a DVD player or set-top box is connected to the product via HDMI, image quality degradation (contr

52Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.8 Response TimeAccelerate the panel response rate to make video appear more vivid and natural.  It is best to set Resp

53Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.9 H-Position & V-PositionH-Position: Move the screen to the left or right.V-Position: Move the screen up or down. 

54Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.10 CoarseAdjust the screen frequency. This menu is available in Analog mode only. 3.10.1 Adjusting Coarse1 When the Fun

55Screen Setup33 Screen Setup3.11 FineFine-adjust the screen to obtain a vivid picture. This menu is available in Analog mode only. 3.11.1 Adjusting F

564 Configuring Tint4 Configuring TintAdjust the tint of the screen. This menu is not available when Bright is set to Cinema or Dynamic Contrast mode

57Configuring Tint44 Configuring Tint4.2 GreenAdjust the value of the color green in the picture. (Range: 0~100)A higher value will increase the inten

58Configuring Tint44 Configuring Tint4.3 BlueAdjust the value of the color blue in the picture. (Range: 0~100)A higher value will increase the intensi

59Configuring Tint44 Configuring Tint4.4 Color ToneAdjust the general color tone of the picture.4.4.1 Configuring the Color Tone Settings1 When the Fu

Table Of ContentsTable Of Contents6TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE80 Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center80 Testing the Product80 Check

60Configuring Tint44 Configuring Tint4.5 GammaAdjust the mid-range brightness (Gamma) of the picture.4.5.1 Configuring Gamma1 When the Function Key Gu

615 Coordinating OSD5 Coordinating OSD5.1 LanguageSet the menu language.  A change to the language setting will only be applied to the onscreen menu

62Coordinating OSD55 Coordinating OSD5.2 Menu H-Position & Menu V-PositionMenu H-Position: Move the menu position to the left or right.Menu V-Posi

63Coordinating OSD55 Coordinating OSD5.3 Display TimeSet the on-screen display (OSD) menu to automatically disappear if the menu is not used for a spe

64Coordinating OSD55 Coordinating OSD5.4 TransparencySet the transparency for the menu windows: 5.4.1 Changing Transparency1 When the Function Key Gui

656 Setup and Reset6 Setup and Reset6.1 ResetReturn all the settings for the product to the default factory settings.6.1.1 Initializing Settings (Rese

66Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.2 Eco SavingThe Eco Saving function reduces power consumption by controlling the electric current used by the mon

67Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.3 Off TimerYou can set the product to automatically turn off.6.3.1 Configuring Off Timer1 When the Function Key G

68Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.4 Turn Off AfterThe off timer can be set within a range of 1 to 23 hours. The product will automatically power of

69Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.5 PC/AV ModeSet PC/AV Mode to AV. The picture size will be enlarged. This option is useful when you view a movie.

7 Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductCopyrightThe contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality. 2013

70Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.6 Key Repeat TimeControl the response rate of a button when the button is pressed. 6.6.1 Configuring Key Repeat T

71Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.7 Source DetectionYou can activate Source Detection.6.7.1 Configuring Source Detection1 When the Function Key Gui

72Setup and Reset66 Setup and Reset6.8 Power LED OnConfigure the settings to enable or disable the power LED located at the lower part of the product.

737 INFORMATION Menu and Others7 INFORMATION Menu and Others7.1 INFORMATIONView the current input source, frequency and resolution.7.1.1 Displaying IN

74INFORMATION Menu and Others77 INFORMATION Menu and Others7.2 Configuring Brightness and Contrast in the Initial ScreenAdjust the Brightness and Cont

75INFORMATION Menu and Others77 INFORMATION Menu and Others7.3 Configuring Volume in the Initial ScreenAdjust the Volume by moving the JOG button when

768 Installing the Software8 Installing the Software8.1 MagicTune8.1.1 What is "MagicTune"?"MagicTune" is a software program that

77Installing the Software88 Installing the Software8.1.3 Removing the SoftwareYou can only remove "MagicTune™" through Add or Remove Program

78Installing the Software88 Installing the Software8.2 MultiScreen"MultiScreen" enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple se

79Installing the Software88 Installing the SoftwareHardware At least 32MB of memory At least 60MB of free space on the hard disk drive8.2.2 Removing

8Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductCleaningCleaningExercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily sc

809 Troubleshooting Guide9 Troubleshooting Guide9.1 Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center9.1.1 Testing the Product Before cal

81Troubleshooting Guide99 Troubleshooting GuideThe message Check Signal Cable appears. Check that the cable is properly connected to the product. (Re

82Troubleshooting Guide99 Troubleshooting GuideThere is no image on the screen and the power LED blinks every 0.5 to 1 second.The product is operating

83Troubleshooting Guide99 Troubleshooting Guide9.2 Q & AQuestion AnswerHow can I change the frequency?Set the frequency on your graphics card. Wi

84Troubleshooting Guide99 Troubleshooting Guide Refer to the user manual for your PC or graphics card for further instructions on adjustment. How can

8510 Specifications10 Specifications10.1 GeneralModel Name S27C590HPanel Size 27.0 Inches (68 cm)Display area 597.888 mm (H) x 336.312 mm (V)23.5 Inch

86Specifications1010 Specifications The above specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. This device is a Class B digita

87Specifications1010 Specifications10.2 PowerSaverThe power-saving function of this product reduces power consumption by switching off the screen and

88Specifications1010 Specifications10.3 Standard Signal Mode Table  This product can be set to only one resolution for each screen size to obtain the

89Specifications1010 Specifications  Horizontal FrequencyThe time required to scan a single line from the left to the right side of the screen is cal

9Before Using the Product Before Using the ProductSecuring the Installation Space Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. An internal t

90 Appendix AppendixContact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer

91Appendix AppendixGUATEMALA 1-800-299-0013 http://www.samsung.com/latin (Spanish)http://www.samsung.com/latin_en (English)HONDURAS 800-27919267 http:

92Appendix AppendixCYPRUS 8009 4000 only from landline(+30) 210 6897691 from mobile and land linehttp://www.samsung.comCZECH 800 - SAMSUNG (800-726786

93Appendix AppendixPORTUGAL 808 20 - SAMSUNG (808 20 7267) http://www.samsung.comROMANIA 08008 SAMSUNG(08008 726 7864) TOLL FREE No.http://www.samsung

94Appendix AppendixASIA PACIFICAUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.comCHINA 400-810-5858 http://www.samsung.comHONG KONG (852) 3698 - 4698 http

95Appendix AppendixKUWAIT 183-2255 (183-CALL) http://www.samsung.com/ae (English)http://www.samsung.com/ae_ar (Arabic)MOROCCO 080 100 2255 http://www.

96Appendix AppendixResponsibility for the Pay Service (Cost to Customers) When the service is requested, in spite of in warranty, we may charge you fo

97Appendix AppendixCorrect DisposalCorrect Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)(Applicable in countries with separa

98Appendix AppendixTerminologyOSD (On Screen Display)On screen display (OSD) allows you to customize on-screen settings to optimize the picture qualit

99Appendix AppendixResolutionResolution is the number of horizontal pixels and vertical pixels that form a screen. It represents the level of display