Samsung XL20 manual Self-Test Feature Check, Useful Tips

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Self-Test Feature Check

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 the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a box in the illustration below.

This box appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged.

4.Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.

If your monitor screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your video controller and computer system; your monitor is functioning properly.

Warning Messages

If there is something wrong with the input signal, a message appears on the screen or the screen goes blank although the power indicator LED is still on. The message may indicate that the monitor is out of scan range or that you need to check the signal cable.

Environment

The location and the position of the monitor may influence the quality and other features of the monitor.

1.If there are any sub woofer speakers near the monitor, unplug and relocate the woofer to another room.

2.Remove all electronic devices such as radios, fans, clocks and telephones that are within 3 feet (one meter) of the monitor.

Useful Tips

zA monitor recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem with the computer or the video card, this can cause the monitor to become blank, have poor coloring, become noisy, and video mode not supported, etc. In this case, first check the source of the problem, and then contact the Service Center or your dealer.

zJudging the monitor's working condition

If there is no image on the screen or a "Not Optimum Mode", "Recommended Mode 1600 x 1200 60 Hz" message comes up, disconnect the cable from the computer while the monitor is still powered on.

{If there is a message coming up on the screen or if the screen goes white, this means the monitor is in working condition.

{In this case, check the computer for trouble.

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Contents SyncMaster XL20 Power NotationalInstallation Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come looseDo not disconnect the power cord while using the monitor Do not use a damaged or loose plugKeep any heating devices away from the power cable Do not drop the monitor when moving itDo not place the product on the floor Clean Put down the monitor carefullyDo not place the monitor face down Keep the plastic packaging bag out of children’s reachOthers Do not remove the cover or backDo not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openingsPage Good Postures When Using the Monitor MagicRotation software UnpackingCable Mode button = Color Mode FrontAuto button Menu button Power button / Power indicator RearPower Power S/W USB connection terminal Kensington LockDown USB downstream port Connect the Down port Connecting the Monitor Connecting the MonitorUsing the Calibrater What is the Calibrater? DVI-D DVI-IConnecting the Calibrater Using the CradleSliding Stand Changing the Stand and Installing the HoodsSwivel stand Tilt angle Removing the baseAttaching a Base Installing the Monitor Driver Automatic Installation Using the Hood What is the Hood?Click Windows Installing the Monitor Driver ManualMicrosoft Windows XP Operating System Page Page Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System How to installMicrosoft Windows NT Operating System Linux Operating System Auto Menu LockedDescription Menu Description ContrastLocked Brightness SourcePicture SourceBrightness Contrast ColorDescriptionPlay/Stop Image Color Tone Color Control GammaOSD Coarse Fine Sharpness PositionSetup Language Position Transparency Display TimeAuto Source Image Reset Color Reset Indicator InformationInformation Overview Installation Page Installation Problems LimitationService Packs System RequirementsPage Interface Page Page Page Uninstall Troubleshooting Select a Folder Select a Photo Image Information PrintViewer Removing the Program Natural Color Expert How to use Emulation To emulate using a new set of settings Uniformity Miscellaneous How to use Can you see Check Signal Cable on the screen? Symptom Check List SolutionsCheck List Refer to the Preset Timing Modes Control Panel → Display →Self-Test Feature Check SettingsQuestion AnswerSelf-Test Feature Check Useful TipsUseful Tips General PowerSaver Preset Timing Modes Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Display Mode Frequency MHz KHzHorizontal Horizontal FrequencyContact Samsung WORLD-WIDE North AmericaLatin America EuropeAsia Pacific Middle East & AfricaTerms For Better DisplayAuthority MéxicoDisclaimer Wording for Adobe Software Products Europe Warranty What is Image retention ?Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode Suggestions for specific applications