SyncMaster 773DFX
index Main Page On-Screen Display Safety Instructions Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other Introduction Troubleshooting Check List Q&A Self-Test Feature Check Specifications Unpacking General Specifications Front PowerSaver Rear Preset Timing Modes Bottm Information Service Setup Connecting Your Monitor Base Installation Terms Regulatory Natural Color Authority
Notational Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment.
Power When not used for extended periods of time, set your PC to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode. z If the size of your monitor is small, or if the same image is present for long periods of time, you may see afterimages due to damage to the fluorescent substance on the inside of the CRT. Do not use a damaged or loose plug. z This may cause an electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
Installation Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. z Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. z An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor. Do not drop the monitor when moving it. z This may cause damage to the product or human body. Place the monitor on a flat and stable surface. z The monitor can cause injury by falling. Set down the monitor carefully. z It could be damaged or broken.
Cleaning When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the CRT, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not clean Flat monitor with water. Use a water-diluted mild detergent. (Some detergents contain significant amounts of alcohol-based solvents, which can damage (color change) or crack the monitor case. The antiglare/anti-static surface coating on the CRT may also be affected.) Dilute the detergent (1:10 ratio) with water before using. Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor.
Other Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside. z z This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service. z This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Do not place any heavy objects on the monitor. z This may cause an electric shock or a fire.
Other Do not move the monitor right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or a fire due to damage to the cable. z Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings. This may cause an electric shock, fire or injury. z Keep the monitor away from any magnetic substances. z This may cause discoloring or distortion of the image.
Unpacking Monitor and Stand Power Cord Stand Quick Setup Guide (Some models include a stand attached. ) Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Front 1. Exit button Use this button to Exit the active menu or the OSD. 2,3. Adjust buttons These buttons allow you to highlight and adjust items in the menu. 4. Menu button Use this button to open the OSD and activate a highlighted menu item. 5. Power indicator This light glows green during normal operation, and blinks green once as the monitor saves your adjustments. Use this button to turn the monitor on and off. 6.
Rear (The configuration at the back of the monitor may vary from product to product.) 1. Power port 2. Signal Cable Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. Note: See Connecting Your Monitor for further information regarding cable connections.
Bottom 1. Signal Cable 2. Power port 3. Tilt/Swivel Base Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. You can separate the base from the monitor.
Connecting Your Monitor 1. Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. 2. Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer, video board, video card, or graphics card. 3. If you are using a Macintosh computer, connect the cable to a Macintosh adapter, and set the pins on your adapter(Adapter not included). A PC-compatible computer does not need an adapter. 4. Turn on your computer and monitor.
Base Installation Tilt/Swivel Base With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and/or swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Note: The base is detachable.
Base Installation Attaching and Removing the Bose 1 Attaching the Base 1. Place the monitor upside-down on a flat work surface. 2. Align the tabs on the base with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor. 3.Press the base onto the monitor until the tabs are fully engaged in the slots. 4. Push the base toward the front of the monitor until the release latch clicks into the locked position. * Do not bend the snap.
Base Installation Attaching and Removing the Bose 2 Removing the Base 5. Squeeze and pull up on the release latch on the base. Note: 6. Push the base toward the back of the monitor and lift up to remove the base. The base will align with the monitor slots in only one position.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Brightness Adjust the Brightness. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Brightness screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Brightness adjustment screen. Use the + button to increase the brightness or - button to decrease the brightness. Contrast Adjust the Contrast. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Contrast screen is displayed.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust H-Position Follow these instructions to change the Position of the monitor’s entire display. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the H-Position screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the H-Position adjustment screen. Use the - and + buttons to change the Horizontal position of the monitor’s viewing area. V-Position Follow these instructions to change the Position of the monitor’s entire display.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust H-Size Follow these instructions to change the Size of the monitor’s entire display. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the H-Size screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the H-Size adjustment screen. Use the - and + buttons to change the Horizontal Size of the monitor’s viewing area. V-Size Follow these instructions to change the Size of the monitor’s entire display.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Pincushion Adjust the pincushion setting when the sides of the display are bowed in or bowed out With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Pincushion screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Pincushion adjustment screen. Use the - button or + button to adjust the pincushion setting. Trapezoid Adjust the trapezoid setting when the top or bottom of the display is too large or small.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Parallelogram Adjust the parallelogram setting when the display is leaning left or right. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Geometry screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the Parallelogram screen appears. Push the menu button to open the Parallelogram adjustment screen. Use the - button or + button to adjust the parallel setting.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Pinbalance Adjust the pinbalance setting when the sides of the display are bowed towards the left or right. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Geometry screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the Pinbalance screen appears. Push the menu button to open the Pinbalance adjustment screen. Use the - button or + button to adjust the pinbalance setting.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Language Follow these steps to change the language used in the menu. You can choose one of ten languages. English,German,French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Russian, Polish, or Magyar. (Some OSD languages may not appear in some areas.) With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Language screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Language selection screen.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust H-Moire A “Moiré” pattern can appear on your screen, looking like a series of concentric circles or arcs. To eliminate this pattern, use the clear moiré adjustments. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Advanced screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the H-Moire screen appears. Push the menu button to open the H-Moire adjustment screen.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Video Input Level Some video cards use video signals higher than 1.0V which causes the display to be very bright. For those video cards, use this feature to select the 1.0V Level. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or +button until the Advanced screen is displayed. Push the menu button again and then press the - or + button until the Video Input Level screen appears.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Color 1 - Color temperature is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. The available range is between 5000 to 9300k. 1. Push the Menu button. 2. Push the [ - ] button or [ + ] button until the Color screen is displayed. Use the - button or + button to select Color1. 3. Push the Menu button to open the Color1 adjustment screen. 4.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust sRGB Color Temperature - When you adjust the Brightness and Contrast after sRGB mode is selected, sRGB mode exits. 1. Push the Menu button. 2. Push the [ - ] button or [ + ] button until the Color screen is displayed. Push the [ - ] button or [ + ] button to select Color1, Color2 or sRGB. Zoom Follow these instructions to get a close-up or a longshot view of the monitor’s viewing area. With the menu off, push the menu button.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Degauss The Degauss feature will remove color impurities caused by magnetic fields. You can use this function to turn on the power of the monitor or change the power saving mode to the normal mode. Do not use the Degauss feature more than once within a 30-minute period. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Degauss screen is displayed. Push the menu button to execute the degauss function.
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu System Menu How to adjust Display Timing The information on this screen shows Display Timing , User Timing and Factory Timing. With the menu off, push the menu button. Push the - button or + button until the Display Timing screen is displayed. Push the menu button to open the Display Timing adjustment screen. Use the - button to see user control mode and thedefault mode.
Troubleshooting Note Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the warranty card, the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer. Symptom Check List Solutions No images on the screen. I cannot turn on the monitor. Is the power cord connected properly? Check the power cord connection and supply.
Troubleshooting Symptom Check List Solutions The image on the screen is shaking. Check the monitor configuration to see if it is in Interlace Mode. (Interlace Mode: Vertical frequency 43Hz, 87Hz(i), etc) The signal from the video card exceeds the maximum resolution and frequency of the monitor. Are there any magnetic products such as a power adapter, speaker or a high voltage wire near by? Move the monitor away from anything that can create a strong magnetic field.
Troubleshooting Symptom Check List Solutions The screen is out of focus or OSD cannot be adjusted. Have you adjusted the resolution or frequency on the monitor? Adjust the resolution and frequency of the video card. (Refer to the Preset Display Modes). The screen is partially distorted. Are there any magnetic products such as an adapter, speaker or a high voltage wire near the monitor? Enter the OSD and perform a "Degauss".
Q&A Question How can I change the frequency? Answer Frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note that video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) How can I adjust the resolution? Windows ME/XP/2000: Set the resolution at the Control Panel, Display, Settings. * Contact the video card manufacturer for details.
Self-Test Feature Check Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly. 1. Turn off both your computer and the monitor. 2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 3. Turn on the monitor. If your monitor works normally, the following screen appears. Failure of any of the boxes to appear indicates a problem with your monitor. This box also appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 4.
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General Specifications General Model Name SyncMaster 773DFX Picture Tube Type 17"(43cm) DynaFlat X (40.6cm viewable) Deflection angle 90 ° Dot Pitch 0.20mm (Horizontal) Screen type Aluminized tri-color phosphor dot trio with black matrix. Anti-doming invar shadow mask. Multi-layer coated with anti-static.
PowerSaver This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you move the computer's mouse or press a key on the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
Preset Timing Modes If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. Table 1. Preset Timing Modes Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/- IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.
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Terms Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The distance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: mm Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user. The frequency of this repetition per second is called Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.
Regulatory • FCC Information User Instructions The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following warning: Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Regulatory • IC Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations of ICES-003. Cet appareil Numérique de classe Brespecte toutes les exigences du R?glemont ICES-003 sur les équipements produisant des interférences au Canada. • MPR II Compliance This monitor complies with SWEDAC(MPR II) recommendations for reduced electric and magnetic fields. • European Notice (Europe only) . . . .
Regulatory • TCO'95-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO'95 applied model only) AB general requirements AB2 Written Eco-document acompanying the products Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'95 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and to the further development of environmentally-adapted electronic products.
Regulatory TCO Development Unit 1996-11-29 On the page this folder you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complere environmental criteria document may be ordered from: TCO Development Unit S-11494 Stockholm Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 E-mail (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO'95-approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.
Regulatory • TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO'99 applied model only) Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products.
Regulatory TCO Development SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden Fax: +46 8 782 92 07 Email (Internet): development@tco.se Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/ Environmental requirements Flame retardants Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose is to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire.
Regulatory . TCO'03-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO'03 applied model only) Congratulations! The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 Displays label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high performance product, designed with the user in focus that also minimizes the impact on our natural environment.
Natural Color Natural Color Software Program One of the recent problems in using a computer is that the color of the images printed out by a printer or other images scanned by a scanner or a digital camera are not the same as those shown on the monitor. The Natural Color S/W is the very solution for this problem. It is a color administration system developed by Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI).
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