Samsung 225MD manual Check List, Display Adapter Driver, Maintenance and Cleaning

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Refer to Specifications > Preset Timing Modes for the resolutions or frequencies that are supported by the monitor.

3. Display Adapter Driver

Display adapter refers to the computer video card driver.

If the adapter is not properly set, you cannot adjust resolution, frequency or color and you cannot install the monitor driver.

1.Checking Adapter Driver

Click Start Settings Control Panel Display Settings Advanced Adapter.

If "Default" or a wrong product model is indicated, it means that the adapter driver is not properly installed. Install the adapter driver again according to the information provided by the computer or video card manufacturers.

2.Installing Adapter Driver

The instructions given below are for general circumstances.

For specific issues, contact the relevant computer or video card manufacturers.

1)Click Start Settings Control Panel Display Settings Advanced

Adapter Update Driver Next Display a list of the known drivers for this device so

that I can choose a specific driver Next Have Disk (Insert Video Card Driver diskette) OK Next Next Finish.

2)In case you have Adapter Driver Setup file on your computer:

Run Setup.exe or Install.exe, which is found in the Adapter Driver Setup file.

4.Maintenance and Cleaning

1.Maintaining the Monitor Case.

Clean with a soft cloth after disconnecting the power cord.

zDo not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substances, or a wet cloth.

zWe recommend a Samsung cleansing agent is used to prevent damage to the screen.

2.Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly.

zNever use acetone, benzene or thinner.

(They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen surface.)

zThe user will be required to pay costs and related expenses for repair of damages caused by him/her.

5.Symptoms and Recommended Actions

A monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is trouble with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, noise, Video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the SOURCE of the problem, and then contact a service center or your dealer.

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 you installed the adapter(video) driver and the monitor driver.

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

Check List

The following table lists possible problems and their solutions. Before calling for service, check

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Contents SyncMaster 225MD Notational PowerDo not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come looseDo not use a damaged or loose plug Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacleDo not drop the monitor when moving it InstallationKeep any heating devices away from the power cable Do not place the product on the floorDo not place the monitor face down Put down the monitor carefullyKeep the plastic packaging bag out of childrens reach Others CleanDo not spray water or detergent directly onto the monitor Do not remove the cover or backDo not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openings Good Postures When Using the Monitor Page Unpacking FeaturesWithout Stand Manual Quick Setup GuideCable Sub Cable Stereo Cable Front Remote Control Sensor Power button Power indicator SpeakerTV/DTV PIPRemote Control Sensor PIP Available in PC/DVI ModePower button Turns the monitor On/Off Power indicator Rear PowerDVI/PC in / HDMI/PC/DVI-D Audio HDMI/PC/DVI-D AudioService Extrgb / ServiceANT Hdmi in / Digital Audio OutopticalCommon Interface For using a locking device, contact where you purchase itVideo / Video / R Audio L Remote Control TTX/MIX SourceColor Button Dual PC / DVI Mode M/B MagicBrightConnecting to a Macintosh Connecting to a ComputerConnecting AV Devices Connecting to Other devicesWhen using an interior antenna terminal Connecting TVWhen using an outdoor antenna To connect the RF cable to the antenna input terminalConnecting Hdmi Connecting DVD/DTV Set Top BoxIs weak signal causing poor reception? Connecting and Using an Amplifier Connecting Using a DVI to Hdmi CableConnecting Headphone Connecting Common InterfaceAttaching a base Folding the baseInstalling the monitor driver Automatic Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System Installing the monitor driver ManualPage Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Page Page Microsoft Windows NT Operating System How to install Click Start , Setting , Control PanelLinux Operating System Description Play / Stop OSDPIP HdmiAdjusts the Contrast Direct button on the remote control is M/B button EntertainAdjusts the Brightness Adjusts the SharpnessAdjusts the screen location horizontally and vertically Available in PC Mode Only CoarseAvailable in PC / DVI Mode Only Contrast TV / DTV / Ext. / AV / S-Video / Component / Hdmi ModeColour Tone Brightness Component / Hdmi mode Wide / 169 / Zoom1 / Zoom2Zoom1 / Zoom2 Off Low Medium High Auto 169 Zoom1 Zoom2Music SRS CIS DTVName SortFine Tune LNATransparency 1 High Medium Low Opaque Available in Hdmi Mode Only Normal Low ResetGuide SetupChannel LanguageEditing Your Favourite Channels Updating the Channel List ManuallySpace for entering the number is a blank Selecting Channel List Displaying Programme InformationPage Guide Setting the Default Guide Using the Scheduled ListViewing All Channels and Favourite Channels Page Setup Setting up the Parental LockSetting the Subtitle Mode Selecting the Time Zone Spain only Selecting the CI Common Interface Menu Viewing Common InterfaceResetting Preference Selecting the Preferred Language Audio, Subtitle or TeletextSelf-Test Feature Check Self-Test Feature CheckNot Optimum Mode Symptoms and Recommended Actions Maintenance and CleaningCheck List Display Adapter DriverMode Function normally Problems related to InstallationMode Shows noise signals TV signal is not receivedProblems related to Remote Control Problems related to AudioRemote control buttons do not respond Screen is blank and is blinkingPage General Signal CablePreset Timing Modes PowerSaverPreset Timing Modes Supported modes for each external input signalVideo Latin America Contact Samsung WorldwideCIS Terms VHF/UHF CatvDVD BtscEiaj For Better DisplayDVI Hdmi High Definition Multimedia InterfaceTrademark & Label Licence notice AuthorityWhat is Image retention ? WarrantyPower Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode Suggestions for specific applications