Samsung 204TS manual Control Panel → Display →, Settings

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There are only 16 colors shown on the screen.

The screen colors have changed after changing the video card.

There is a message that reads "Unrecognized monitor, Plug & Play (VESA DDC) monitor found".

 

resolution may differ from product to

 

product.)

 

 

Have the Windows

Windows ME/2000/XP:

colors been set

Set the colors properly at the

properly?

Control Panel → Display →

 

Settings.

 

 

Has the video card

Set the video card by referring to the

been set properly?

video card manual.

 

 

Have you installed the

Install the monitor driver according

monitor driver?

to the Driver Installation Instructions.

 

 

See the video card

Install the monitor driver according

manual to see if the

to the Driver Installation Instructions.

Plug & Play (VESA

 

DDC) function can be

 

supported.

 

 

 

Check when

MagicTune feature is

MagicTune does not

found only on PC (VGA)

function properly.

with Window OS that

 

supports Plug and Play.

 

 

MagicTune™ doesn't

Have you changed your

work properly.

PC or video graphic

 

card?

 

 

*To check whether your PC is available for MagicTune feature, follow the

steps below (When Windows is XP);

Control Panel -> Performance and Maintenance -> System -> Hardware -> Device Manager -> Monitors -> After deleting Plug and Play monitor, find 'Plug and Play monitor' by searching new Hardware.

MagicTune is an additional software for the monitor. Some graphic cards may not support your monitor. When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our website to check the compatible graphic card list provided. http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune

Download the latest program. The program can be downloaded http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune.

Visit our website and download the installation software for MagicTune MAC.

Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.

1.Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer.

2.Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.

(If it does, request an after-service for the main board of the computer.)

3.If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if the installed the adapter (video) driver and the monitor driver.

4.Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set at 56Hz ~ 75Hz. (Do not exceed 60Hz when using the maximum resolution.)

5.If you have problems in installing the adapter (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe Mode, remove the Display Adapter at the "Control Panel→System→Device Administrator" and then reboot the computer to reinstall the adapter (video) driver.

If problems repeatedly occur, contact an authorized service center.

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Contents SyncMaster 204Ts Notational PowerUse only a properly grounded plug and receptacle Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come looseInstallation Do not use a damaged or loose plugSet down the monitor carefully Do not drop the monitor when moving itKeep any heating devices away from the power cable Do not place the product on the floorClean Do not place the monitor face downDo not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor Do not remove cover or back OthersNever insert anything metallic into the monitor openings Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinetFalling product could cause physical damage even death Unpacking MagicRotation softwareCable Front Available in analog mode only Available in Analog/DigitalDVI Mode OnlyDynamic Standard Movie Custom Video Source Video / S-VIDEO Source S-Video RearDVI port Source Digital Sub 15-pin port Source AnalogStand Height Adjustment Connecting the Monitor Connecting AV Devices Select Digital using the Source button Removing the basePivot Stand Attaching a Base Windows MEClick Windows ME Driver Click Windows XP/2000 Driver Windows XP/2000Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Installing the Monitor Driver ManualPage How to install Click Start , Setting , Control Panel Microsoft Windows NT Operating System Linux Operating SystemNatural Color Software Program How to install the Natural Color software Analog/DigitalDVI MagicBright DigitalDVD/Video/S-Video ModeMenu Description AutoOSD Lock & Unlock Play/Stop MagicBright / ModeMagicBright Mode MenuPush the PIP button to turn PIP screen On/Off PIPAnalog Digital Video InputSource List Edit Name DescriptionPlay/StopContrast MagicBright Custom Image Lock Auto AdjustmentAvailable in Analog Mode Only Coarse Picture Analog / Digital DVITint Picture ModeSharpness PIP Picture ColorPicture Video/S-Video Mode CustomCustom Size Brightness Normal Zoom1 Zoom2 WideOff Intelligent Size Film ModeMagicColor Pro MagicColorDigitalDigital DVD/Video/S-Video ResetAnalog / Digital DVI Video / S-Video Mode Color Tone Gamma Color WeaknessColor Reset SetupLanguage Transparency Blue Screen Reset Image ResetOverview Installation Page Installationation Problems Hardware Reset CancelTo execute MagicRotation, it should be done as below MagicBright ResolutionBrightness ContrastControl Color ToneGamma MagicColorSharpness Zone Off ResetPreferences Image SetupPosition SharpnessUser Name Source SelectHelp Asset IDColor Calibration How multiple users can use adjusted color valuesPage Uninstall Troubleshooting Overview Installation Page Installationation Problems System Requirements Interface Page Page Uninstall Troubleshooting Check List SymptomSolutions When connecting DVI cabelThere is no image on the screen Control Panel → Display → SettingsSelf-Test Feature Check QuestionAnswer Useful Tips Signal Cable ResolutionInput Signal, Terminated Power SupplyVesa Mounting Interface Power ConsumptionDimensions WxDxH/ Weight State Normal Operation Power saving mode Power offVertical Frequency Preset Timing ModesPreset Timing Modes Horizontal FrequencyAustralia Brazil ServiceGermany United Kingdom PanamaTerms Authority For Better DisplayWhat is Image retention ? Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save ModeSuggestions for specific applications

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