Samsung 940MW Display Adapter Driver, Maintenance and Cleaning, Symptoms and Recommended Actions

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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 or 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.

The following table lists possible problems and their solutions. 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 Information section or contact your dealer.

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SyncMaster 940MW Power Do not use a damaged or loose plugDo not drop the monitor when moving it InstallationInsert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacleSet down the monitor carefully Keep any heating devices away from the power cableDo not place the product on the floor Do not place the monitor face downClean Do not spray water or detergent directly on the monitorOthers Do not remove cover or backDo not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet Never insert anything metallic into the monitor openingsExcessively loud volume levels may damage hearing If swallowed, see a doctor immediately Monitor Manual Quick Setup Guide UnpackingTV antenna cable Video Cable Earphones/HeadphonesCable Sub Cable Audio Cable Menu FrontSource DVI/PC Dvihdcp PowerRear AudioVideo ComponentANT Remote Control This function is available only in Europe PC / DVI Mode M/B MagicBrightOne/Two-Digit channel selection MutePRE-CH 19. S.MODE Sound ModeDual / MTS This function is available only in KoreaConnecting to a Computer Connecting to a MacintoshConnecting to Other devices Connecting AV DevicesWhen using an outdoor antenna Connecting TVWhen using an interior antenna terminal To connect the RF cable to the antenna input terminalIs weak signal causing poor reception? Connecting DVD/DTV Set Top BoxConnecting Headphone Folding the base Attaching a baseWindows XP/2000 Windows MEClick Windows ME Driver Click Windows XP/2000 DriverInstalling the monitor driver Manual Microsoft Windows XP Operating SystemPage How to install Microsoft Windows NT Operating System Click Start , Setting , Control PanelNatural Color Linux Operating SystemHow to install the Natural Color software How to delete the Natural Color software programVideo Component OSDDescription Play/Stop PIPDVI Text Available in PC Mode Only CoarseInternet CustomStandard Description Play/Stop ModeSource List TV / Ext. / AV / S-Video / Component MovieZoom is not available in 1080ior over 720p of DTV Size You can switch the SizeAuto Wide / Wide / Zoom MusicOff BBEBringing incredible clarity, depth and detail to the sound Sound System ProgrammeColour System ChannelSleep Timer ConfigurationSetup-Area Configuration ResetNot Optimum Mode Self-Test Feature CheckSelf-Test Feature Check Display Adapter Driver Maintenance and CleaningSymptoms and Recommended Actions Mode Shows noise signals Problems related to InstallationMode Function normally TV signal is not receivedRemote control buttons do not respond Problems related to AudioProblems related to Remote Control Screen is blank and is blinkingPage General LCD PanelPowerSaver Preset Timing ModesSync Polarity Broadcasting SystemsSecam Contact Samsung World Wide Latin AmericaTerms CISCatv DVD For Better DisplayVHF/UHF BtscAuthority Class BMéxico Suggestions for specific applications What is Image retention ?Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode
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