Page 2 - Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Custody and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - Major Safety Precautions; Before You Start; Icons used in this manual
Major Safety Precautions 1-1 1 Major Safety Precautions 1-1 Before You Start Icons used in this manual Using this Manual • Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product. • If a problem occurs, refer to the 'Troubleshooting' section. Copyright Notice The contents of th...
Page 4 - Custody and Maintenance
1-2 Major Safety Precautions 1-2 Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Securing the Installation Space • Keep the required distances between the product and other objects (e.g. walls) to ensure proper ventilation.Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with the pro...
Page 5 - Safety Precautions; Icons used for safety precautions
Major Safety Precautions 1-3 1-3 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions Meaning of Signs Power Related The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries. Warning ICON NAME MEANING Warning Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign...
Page 6 - Caution; Installation Related
1-3 Major Safety Precautions Caution Installation Related Warning Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. Make sure to use only the power cord sup-plied by our company. In addition, do not use the power cord of ano...
Page 7 - Cleaning Related
Major Safety Precautions 1-3 Caution Cleaning Related Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rain drops) and installing it within a vehicle. • This may result in electric shock or fire. Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to ...
Page 8 - Usage Related
1-3 Major Safety Precautions Caution Usage Related Warning Before cleaning the product, unplug the power cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly over the product parts. • Make sure that water does not enter the product. • Oth...
Page 10 - Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product
1-3 Major Safety Precautions Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product Watching the product from too close a dis-tance continuously may damage your eye-sight. Avoid using a humidifier or cooker near the product. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. It is important to g...
Page 11 - Installing the Product; Package Contents
Installing the Product 2-1 2 Installing the Product 2-1 Package Contents • 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. Monitor The cleaning cloth is supplied with black high-glossy ...
Page 12 - Installing the Stand
2-2 Installing the Product 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. Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand in the direction shown by the figure. Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connec...
Page 14 - Removing the Stand
2-3 Installing the Product 2-3 Removing the Stand Before removing the stand, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen faces 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 faces do...
Page 15 - Installing the Stand for the Wall Mount
Installing the Product 2-4 2-4 Installing the Stand for the Wall Mount This product provides a stand mount of 75 mm x 75 mm(3.0 x 3.0 inches) that complies with the VESA specifications. 1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2. Place a soft cloth or cushion on a flat...
Page 16 - Connecting with a PC
2-5 Installing the Product 2-5 Connecting with a PC The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC.• When the graphics card provides D-Sub (<Analog>) output• Connect the [RGB IN] port of the produc...
Page 17 - Connecting an HDMI cable
Installing the Product 2-6 2-6 Connecting an HDMI cable 1. Connect the HDMI output port of your digital output device to the [HDMI IN] port of the product using the HDMI cable. 2. Connect a speaker to the [AUDIO OUT] port of the product. This product won't make any sound when only the HDMI cable is ...
Page 19 - Using the product; Setting the Optimal Resolution
Using the product 3-1 3 Using the product 3-1 Setting the Optimal Resolution 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. • The message appears up to 3 times if the resol...
Page 20 - Standard Signal Mode Table
3-2 Using the product 3-2 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 resolutio...
Page 23 - Installing the Device Driver
Using the product 3-3 3-3 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 a service cen...
Page 24 - Product Operating Buttons
3-4 Using the product 3-4 Product Operating Buttons Product Operating Buttons Touch them lightly with your fingers to use them. ICON 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 * OSD Adjustment Lo...
Page 26 - PICTURE
3-5 Using the product 3-5 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure PICTURE TOP MENUS SUB MENUS PICTURE Brightness Contrast Sharpness MagicBright Picture Mode MagicAngle Coarse Fine HDMI Black Level COLOR MagicColor Red Gr...
Page 29 - COLOR
Page 33 - INFORMATION
Using the product 3-5 INFORMATION Off Timer On/Off You can turn the Off Timer on or off. • <Off> - <On> Off Timer Setting Turns the power off automatically when the configured time is reached. When <On> of <Off Timer On/Off> is selected,This function is available only. Custom...
Page 34 - Installing the Software; Natural Color; What is Natural Color ?
4-1 Installing the Software 4 Installing the Software 4-1 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,...
Page 35 - MagicTune; Restrictions and Problems with the Installation (MagicTuneTM); System Requirements; Removing the Software
Installing the Software 4-2 4-2 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. Users can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using ...
Page 37 - MultiScreen; What is MultiScreen ?; Restrictions and Problems with the Installation (MultiScreen); Operating System
Installing the Software 4-3 4-3 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 softwar...
Page 38 - Troubleshooting; Monitor Self-Diagnosis
5-1 Troubleshooting 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 ...
Page 39 - Before Requesting Service
Troubleshooting 5-2 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? Ch...
Page 41 - FAQ
Troubleshooting 5-3 5-3 FAQ FAQ! PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! How can I change the frequency of the video signal? You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. (For more information, refer to the User Manual of the com-puter or the graphics card.) How can I change the resolution? Windows XP : ...
Page 42 - More Information; Specifications
6-1 More Information 6 More Information 6-1 Specifications MODEL NAME B2230H LCD Panel Size 21.5 inches (54 cm) Display area 476.64 mm (H) x 268.11 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.24825 mm (H) x 0.24825 mm (V) Synchroniza-tion Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum r...
Page 45 - Power Saving Function
More Information 6-2 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 differen...
Page 46 - Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE
6-3 More Information 6-3 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE • If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. NORTH AMERICA U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/us CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ca MEX...
Page 49 - Europe only
More Information 6-4 6-4 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (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...