SyncMaster TC180 LCD 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.
Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Cleaning the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 INSTALLING THE PRODUCT Package Contents . . . . . .
Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Major Safety Precautions 1-1 Before You Start Icons used in this manual ICON NAME MEANING Caution Indicates cases where the function may not work or the setting may be canceled. Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function. Using this Manual • The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice for performance improvement. • Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product. • If a problem occurs, refer to the 'Troubleshooting' section.
1-2 Care and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft, damp 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. • Do not scratch the screen with your fingernails or a sharp object. This may result in scratches or damage to the product. • Do not clean the product directly by spraying water onto the product.
1-3 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. 3. Wipe the monitor screen using a clean, soft, dry cloth.
1-4 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME MEANING Warning Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injury or even a fatality. Caution Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a personal injury or property damage. Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Must be followed. Do not disassemble. The power plug must be unplugged from the wall outlet. Do not touch. Must be grounded to prevent electric shock.
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. • Make sure to use only the power cord supplied by Samsung. In addition, do not use the power cord of another electric appliance. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Connect the power plug to a wall outlet that can be easily reached.
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. • Otherwise, this may cause the product to fall off and result in a malfunction or injury. • Make sure to use a cabinet or shelf suitable to the size of the product. Do not place the product face down on the floor.
Usage Related Warning Since a high voltage runs through the product, never disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself. • Otherwise, it may result in fire or electric shock. • If the product needs to be fixed, contact a service center. If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact a service center. • • Otherwise, it may result in fire, electric shock or a problem with the product.
Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product. • If water or an alien substance enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center. • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire. Caution Displaying a still image for a long time may create a persistent image or stain on the screen.
Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product Maintain the correct posture when using this product. Major Safety Precautions • Straighten your back. • Keep a distance of 45~50 cm(18~ 20inches) from your eyes to the screen. Look down at the screen and face the screen forwards. • Maintain the correct posture when using this product. • Adjust the angle of the product so that light is not reflected onto the screen.
2 Installing the Product 2-1 Package Contents • If any items are missing, contact your dealer. • Contact a local dealer to purchase optional items. • 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.
2-2 Installing the Stand Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth so that the front of the product is facing downwards. Do not remove the stopper pin before installing the base. Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure.
After the installation of the base, stand the monitor up as shown in the figure. Now you can remove the stopper pin to adjust the stand. - Caution Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand. 2-2 • The colour and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance. • Disassembly is in the reverse order of assembly.
2-3 Removing the Stand Before installation, disassemble the product according to the following steps. Lift up the monitor stand to the maximum angle with your left hand, and remove the back decoration cover with your right hand, as shown in the figure. Remove the two screws( ). The stand can be detached after removing the screws. Remove the stand arm in the direction shown in the figure.
2-4 Attaching a Wall Mount This product provides a wall mount of 100 mm x 100 mm / 3.94 inches x 3.94 inches that complies with the VESA specifications. 100 mm x 100 mm / 3.94 inches x 3.94 inches Wall Mount Base Wall Mount Kit (Optional) 1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2. Place a soft cloth or cushion on a flat surface to protect the panel and place the product face down. 3. Separate the stand. 4.
2-5 Connecting to your Network • The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. • Connect between the [LAN] port on the product and your network using a LAN cable.
2-6 • Connecting Power To use the product, connect the power cable to a power outlet and the [POWER] port on the product. (The input voltage is switched automatically.) When the product is connected to a PC, you can turn the product on and use it.
2-7 • Connecting to another Monitor Connect between the [VIDEO OUT] port on the product and the D-Sub port on your monitor using a D-Sub cable. Connect to the [VIDEO OUT] port to display the same picture on another monitor.
2-8 • Connecting a SERIAL Cable Devices which support RS-232C connection (interface) can be connected. The connecting part may differ depending on the product model.
2-9 • Connecting to your Printer Devices which support D-SUB 25-pin connection (interface) can be connected. The connecting part may differ depending on the product model.
2-10 Connecting with a PC • Connect the [RGB IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of your PC with a D-Sub cable. 2-10 • The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. • Use the [RGB IN] port to directly connect the monitor to a PC.
2-11 Connecting a Stereo Cable • Connect the [AUDIO IN] port on the rear side of the monitor to the sound card of the PC. The connecting part may differ depending on the product model.
2-12 Connecting USB • The USB port of the monitor supports Full-Speed Certified USB 2.0. • Connect USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard and external storage devices (DSC (Digital Still Camera), MP3, external storage, etc.). • The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. • You can use a USB device such as a mouse, keyboard, Memory Stick, or external hard disk drive by connecting them to the 2-12 USB port of the monitor without connecting them to the PC.
2-13 Connecting Headphones • Connect your headphones to the Headphone connection terminal. • The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. • You may connect your headphones to the monitor.
2-14 Connecting MIC • Connect the microphone cable to the MIC port on the monitor. You may connect your microphone to the monitor.
2-15 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, refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device for more information. To lock the product, follow these steps: 1. Wrap the Kensington lock cable around a large, stationary object such as a desk or chair. 2.
3 Using the product 3-1 What is a network monitor? • A network monitor can be used for the same purposes as a regular monitor. It also provides the functionalities of most computers, such as an Internet connection, creating documents, editing images, via a connection to the host PC over the LAN. In addition, it allows you to connect an external device (DSC, MP3, external storage media) to the USB port and play music, movies and games.
3-2 Plug & Play 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. ▲/▼ : You can select a language with these buttons. MENU : If you press this button, the message disappears. To set the resolution to the optimal resolution. • When the PC is turned off, connect the product and the PC and turn the power on.
3-3 Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product. If the signal from the PC is one of the following standard signal modes, the screen is set automatically.
3-4 Installing the Device Driver 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 the Samsung Electronics website(http://www.samsung.com/), and download the driver. 1. Insert the driver installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click on "Windows Driver". 3.
3-5 Product Operating Buttons Product Operating Buttons The buttons are located on the bottom of the product. Icon MENU/ Description Press this button to view the On Screen Display (OSD). This button is also used to exit the OSD or to return to a higher-level OSD menu * Key Lock Function Locks the buttons to maintain the current settings or to prevent setting changes by other users. On: If you press down on the [MENU] button for 5 seconds, the Key Lock function will be set to On.
Icon AUTO Description Press [AUTO] button to adjust the screen settings automatically. If the resolution settings are changed in the Display Properties, the function is performed. This function is only available in mode. Press this button to turn the product on or off. Speakers Power LED This LED is turned on when the product works normally. For more information on the power-saving function, refer to the power saving function in More Information.
3-6 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure Top Menus Sub Menus Contrast Sharpness MagicBright Coarse MagicColor Red Green Blue Color Tone Color Effect Gamma SIZE & POSITION H-Position V-Position Image Size Menu H-Position Menu V-Position SETUP&RESET Reset Menu Transparency Language Clock Off Timer On Timer On Timer Source On Timer Volume Display Time Customized Key PICTURE Brightness Fine COLOR
Menu MagicBright Description Provides preset picture settings optimized for various user environments such as editing a document, surfing the Internet, playing games, watching sports or movies and so on. • If the preset picture modes are not sufficient, you can configure the and directly using this mode. • This mode provides the picture setting appropriate for editing a document.
COLOR Menu MagicColor Red Description Expresses natural colors more clearly without changing the picture quality by using proprietary digital picture quality improvement technology developed by Samsung Electronics. • - Turns the function off. • - You can compare the pictures processed by with the original pictures. • - Provides a clearer picture including areas corresponding to skin color.
SIZE & POSITION Menu H-Position Description Moves the position of the display area on the screen horizontally. This function is only available in mode. V-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen vertically. This function is only available in mode. Image Size • - The picture is displayed at the aspect ratio of the input signal. • - The picture is displayed in full screen regardless of the aspect ratio of the input signal.
Menu Language Description Select a language for the OSD. The selected language is only applied to the product OSD. This setting does not affect the other functions of the PC. Clock Current Time Setting. Off Timer Used to set the product so that it automatically turns off at a certain time. • - This menu is enabled if is set. On Timer Used to set the product so that it automatically turns on at a certain time. • - This menu is enabled if is set.
4 Installing the Software 4-1 Using Windows Embedded Standard What is WES Client? An Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard (WES) client uses the Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard operating system. When an WES client is connected to a Citrix ICA server or another server that can provide the Microsoft RDP service, data for the keyboard, mouse, audio/video and display are transmitted through the network between the client and the server.
• The Client Log off, Restart and Shutdown take effect on the operations of the EWF(Enhanced Write Filter). To keep the changed system configuration, you must save a cache for the current system session into flash memory. Failing to do so will cause the changed configuration to be lost when the client is shutdown or restarted. (In the case of logging off, the configuration is remembered when loggin in again.) For more information on the Enhanced Write Filter, refer to the Program Help.
• Start a Remote Desktop Session on the Client Once you have enabled your host computer to allow remote connections and installed the client software on a Windowsbased client computer, you are ready to start a Remote Desktop session. You must first establish a virtual private network connection or remote access service connection from your client computer to your host computer. 1. Click Start, and then click Remote Desktop Connection. Or double-click the Remote Desktop Connection icon.
- Local Resource : Specify whether to use the hard disks and ports. - Programs : Specify whether to display the Desktop or run an application whenever you are connected. The default is ‘Desktop’.
- Experience : You can select your connection speed, and select and share environmental options. - Advanced : Protect your personal information for when your monitor is connected to a remote desktop.
4. Click Connect. The Log On to Windows dialog box appears. 5. In the “Log On to Windows” dialog box, type your username, password, and domain (if required), and then click OK. The Remote Desktop window will open and you will see the desktop settings, files, and programs that are on the host computer. For more information on Remote Desktop Connections, visit the Microsoft web site.
Internet Explorer A WES Client includes Internet Explorer. This program is permitted for all users. For more information on Internet Explorer, visit the Microsoft website. Enhanced Write Filter Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) protects a flash volume from write access and consequently, preserves the durability of the flash device. EWF provides read and write access through a cache to the client instead of allowing direct access to a flash volume. If EWF is activated, data is not stored to the flash.
information for the client are written to a flash volume. You can also perform this operation by entering “ewfmgr.exe c: commitanddisable” at the command prompt and restarting your computer. • Write the changes to a disk This item is activated when the EWF is running. If this item is selected, the current states of the client (saved in a cache) are saved to a flash volume. However, the state of EWF will not be changed. You can also perform this operation by entering “ewfmgr.
select the folders and files that you want to except from protection by the FBWF. Windows Media Player The WES Client includes Windows Media Player 6.4. With Windows Media Player, you can play audio and video files on a website. Control Panel The Windows Firewall The Windows Firewall protects your client further. The Windows Firewall allows you to restrict incoming data to your client from other computers, thus helping to control your client data more effectively.
• Click Start and click Run. Type muisetup.exe in the Open box and click OK. A list of languages that can be installed is displayed as shown below. Log on as an administrator. • Select the language you want to install and click Install from the File menu. The installation will begin. Log on as an administrator. You can delete an original language pack using the Delete menu in the File menu. This operation deletes the original language pack only and does not delete the copy installed on your WES Client.
PXE server. • Boot the client via the network. • Recover the system using the Windows Embedded Standard image and the Backup/Recovery Utility saved on the PXE server via the network. For more information, refer to the PXE Server User Manual.
4-2 Natural Color 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). The Natural Color is provided online. You can download it from the website below and install; http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/learningresources/monitor/naturalcolorexpert/pop_download.
4-3 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. You can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using the operating buttons of the product. Installing the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the MagicTune setup program.
4-4 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. 3. When the Installation Wizard appears, click [Next]. 4.
5 Troubleshooting 5-1 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. 1. Turn the product and the PC off. 2. Separate the signal cable from the product. 3. Turn the product on. 4. If the product is working properly, the message appears.
5-2 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? Check the connection status of the power cord. Is the message displayed on the screen? Check the cable connecting the PC and the product.
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? Windows XP : Set the color again by selecting Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings. Windows ME/2000 : Set the color again by selecting Control Panel → Display → Settings. Windows Vista : Change the color settings by selecting Control Panel → Appearance and Personalization → Personalization → Display settings.
5-3 FAQ FAQ! How can I change the frequency of the video signal? PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. Windows XP : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings → Advanced → Monitor, and then change the refresh rate under Monitor Settings. Windows ME/2000 : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel → Display → Settings → Advanced → Monitor, and then change the refresh rate under Monitor Settings.
6 More Information 6-1 Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Synchronization Size 18.5 inches (47 cm) Display area 409.8 mm (H) x 230.4 mm (V) / 16.13 inches (H) x 9.07 inches (V) Pixel Pitch 0.300 mm (H) x 0.300 mm (V) / 0.012 inches (H) x 0.012 inches (V) Horizontal 31 ~ 60 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color Resolution TC180 16.7 M Optimum resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz RGB Analog Input Signal, Terminated 0.
6-2 Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode. When the product is in power saving mode, the power is not turned off and you can turn the screen on again by pressing any key or clicking the mouse.
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6-4 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.
