Page 2 - Safety Instructions; Notational; Note; Power
Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property damage. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Otherwise, it may result in death or personal injury. Otherwise,...
Page 3 - Installation
Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power ...
Page 4 - Clean
DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, MOSQUITO REPELLANT, CIGA- RETTES AND ANY HEATING APPLIANCES NEAR THE PROD-UCT. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the prod- uct as possible. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not install it i...
Page 5 - Others
Clean the product using a soft cloth with a monitor cleaner only. If you must use a cleaner other than the monitor cleaner, dilute it with waterat a ratio of 1:10. When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth. • Otherwise, it may result in fire. When clean...
Page 10 - Introduction; Package Contents; Unpacking; Manuals
Introduction Package Contents Note Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Contact a local dealer to buy optional items. Unpacking Monitor Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all loca- tions) User's Gui...
Page 11 - Your Monitor
Sold separately USB Cable Stereo to RCA Others Cleaning Cloth Cable holding ring Stand Body Stand Base Note Cleaning Cloth is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature. Your Monitor Initial Settings Select the language using the up or down key. The displayed content will ...
Page 12 - Front
Front MENU button [MENU/ ] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menuor return to the previous menu. Brightness button If an AV signal is input in HDMI / DVI mode, the Volume is adjusted. If a PC signal is input, the Brightness is adjusted. >> Click here to...
Page 13 - Rear
Note If you select the digital mode, you must connect your monitor to the graphic card'sDVI port using the DVI cable. >> Click here to see an animation clip AUTO button Use this button for auto adjustment. >> Click here to see an animation clip Power button [ ] Use this button for turnin...
Page 15 - Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
DOWN (USB downstream port) Connect the DOWN port of the USB monitor and a USB device with the USB cable. UP (USB upstream port) Connect the UP port of the monitor and the USB port of the computer with the USB cable. Note To use DOWN (Downstream Port), you have to connect the UP (Upstream Cable ) to ...
Page 16 - Connections; Connecting Cables; Connecting HDMI
Connections Connecting Cables Connect the power cord for your monitor to the power port on the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord for the monitor into a nearby outlet. Use a connection appropriate for your computer. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. • Connect the signal cab...
Page 17 - Connecting Using a HDMI Cable; HDMI; Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable
Connecting Using a HDMI Cable 1. Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the HDMI terminal of the monitor using the HDMI cable. When all the connections are completed, connect the power cords for the monitorand DVD (or the device connected to the digital output terminal). Select HDMI usin...
Page 19 - Connecting Headphone
• You can play a file from a media device. (Examples of media devices: MP3, digital camera, etc.) • You can run, move, copy or delete the files on the storage device. (Examples of storage devices: external memory, memory card, memory reader, HDD-typeMP3 player, etc.) • You can use other USB devices ...
Page 20 - Connecting Stereo to RCA; Connecting and Using an Amplifier
Connecting Stereo to RCA 1. Connect the red and white jacks of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audiooutput terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite jack to the [AUDIO OUT]terminal of the monitor. Note Because no sound is emitted from the monitor, you need ...
Page 21 - Using the Stand; Folding the base
1. Connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal of your monitor to the digital sound input terminalof your digital amplifier using an optical cable. 2. Adjust the sound volume using the Volume button of your amplifier 3. If the connections are set up, power up your monitor and amplifier. Note Because no s...
Page 22 - Using the Software; Monitor Driver; Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic)
Using the Software Monitor Driver Note When prompted by the operating system for the monitor driver, insert the CD-ROMincluded with this monitor. Driver installation is slightly different from one operatingsystem to another. Follow the directions appropriate for the operating system youhave. Prepare...
Page 31 - Installation Problems
Installation 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click the MagicTune™ installation file. Note If the popup window to install the software for the main screen is not displayed, proceed with theinstallation using the MagicTune executable file on the CD. 3. Select installation Langu...
Page 32 - Uninstall; MultiScreen
Uninstall The MagicTune™ program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option ofthe Windows ® Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove MagicTune™. 1. Go to [Task Tray] → [Start] → [Settings] and select [Control Panel] in the menu. If the programruns on Windows ® ...
Page 34 - Adjusting the Monitor; Direct Functions; Auto adjustment
Adjusting the Monitor Direct Functions AUTO When the 'AUTO' button is pressed, the Auto adjustment screen appears as shown in the animated screen on the center. Auto adjustment allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming Analog signal. The values of Fine , Coarse and Position are adjusted auto...
Page 35 - Customized key
This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current states of settings or prevent othersfrom adjusting the current settings. Lock : Hold down the MENU button for more than five (5) seconds to activate the OSD adjustmentlock function. Unlock : Hold down the MENU button for more than ...
Page 37 - OSD Function; Contrast
SOURCE Selects the video signal while the OSD is off. OSD Function Picture Brightness Contrast MagicBright Picture Mode Color MagicColor Color Tone Color Con-trol Color Effect Gamma Image Coarse Fine Sharpness H-Position V-Position OSD Language H-Position V-Position Transparen-cy Display Time Setup ...
Page 38 - MagicBright
You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast according to personal preference. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent . ) MENU → → , → → , → MENU MagicBright Push the button to circle through available preconfigured modes. MagicBright is a new feature providing optimum ...
Page 39 - Picture Mode
For watching motion pictures such as a sport. • Movie For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or Video CD. • Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast. MENU → → , → → , → MENU Picture Mode Push the but...
Page 42 - Gamma; Image; Coarse; Analog; Fine
Gamma Gamma correction changes the luminance of the colors with intermediate luminance. • Mode 1 • Mode 2 • Mode 3 MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Image Coarse Removes noise such as vertical stripes. Coarse adjustment may move the screen image area. You may relocate it to the center using the horizontal...
Page 43 - Sharpness
If the noise persists even after Fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed). (Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Sharpness Changes the clearance of image. ( Not available in MagicColor mode of Full and Intelligent . ) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU H-Posi...
Page 44 - OSD
(Available in Analog mode only) MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU OSD Language You can choose one of nine languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software runningon the computer. MENU → , → → → , → MENU H-Position You can change the horizontal posi...
Page 45 - Transparency; Off; Display Time
V-Position You can change the vertical position where the OSD menu appears on your monitor. MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. • Off • On MENU → , → → , → → , → MENU Display Time The menu will be automatically turned off if no adjustments a...
Page 46 - Yes; Customized Key; Auto Source
Setup Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults. • No • Yes MENU → , → → , → → MENU Customized Key You can specify a function which will be activated when the Customized Key ( )is pressed. MENU → , → → , → → , →MENU Auto Source Select Auto Source for the monitor to automatically select ...
Page 47 - Auto; Wide; Just Scan
Image Size PC Mode You can change the size of the screen displayed on your monitor. • Auto - The screen is displayed in accordance with the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. • Wide - A full screen is displayed regardless of the screen aspect ratio of the input signals. Note • Signals not ava...
Page 48 - AV Mode; HDMI Black Level
Note • It can only be selected if an external input is connected to the HDMI terminal and the ' AV Mode ' is set to ' On '. • Signals not available in the standard mode table are not supported. • If the wide screen which is the optimal resolution for the monitor is set on your PC, this functionis no...
Page 49 - LED Brightness; Information
When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in thescreen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., dependingon the external device connected. In this case, adjust the screen quality of your TV by configuring th...
Page 50 - Troubleshooting; Self-Test Feature Check; Warning Messages
Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioningproperly. 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...
Page 52 - I cannot see the On Screen Display.
A: If the display exceeds SXGA or 75 Hz, a " Not Optimum Mode ", " Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz" message is displayed. If the display exceeds 85 Hz, the display will work properlybut the " Not Optimum Mode ", " Recommended Mode 1920 x 1200 60 Hz" message appears...
Page 54 - Check the following items if there is trouble with the monitor.
A: MagicTune™ is an additional software for the monitor. Some graphic cards may not supportyour monitor. When you have a problem with the graphic card, visit our website to check thecompatible graphic card list provided. http://www.samsung.com/monitor/magictune MagicTune™ doesn't work properly. Q: H...
Page 56 - Specifications; General
Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster T260 LCD Panel Size 25.5 inch (64 cm) Display area 550.08 mm (H) x 343.8 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.2865 mm (H) x 0.2865 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 75 Hz Display Color 16.7M Resolution Optimum resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60...
Page 57 - PowerSaver
Environmental considerations Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing Storage Temperature : -4 °F ~ 113 °F (-20 °C ~ 45 °C) Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of themonitor and the compu...
Page 62 - For Better Display; Auto Adjustment; PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free)
Information For Better Display Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the computer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have an uneven picture qualityon screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT-LCD. • Resolution: 1920 x 1...
Page 66 - Appendix; Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE
Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNGcustomer care center. North America U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ca MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUN...
Page 68 - Asia Pacific; Terms
Asia Pacific TAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/tw VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com Middle East & Africa SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com TURKEY 444 77 11 http://www.samsung.com U.A.E 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 8000-4726 http://www.samsung.com Terms Dot P...
