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LCD Monitor User Manual S34E790C The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance. BN46-00442A-05...
Operation SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Connecting the Product to a PC as a Correct posture to use the product USB HUB Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Connecting a PC to the Product Color Utilizing the Product as a USB HUB Configuring Color...
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Coordinating OSD Configuring Source Detection Key Repeat Time Troubleshooting Guide Language Configuring Key Repeat Time Configuring Language Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Off Timer Customer Service Center Display Time Configuring Off Timer Testing the Product Configuring Display Time Configuring Turn Off After...
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Table of contents Specifications General PowerSaver Standard Signal Mode Table Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost to Customers) Not a product defect A Product damage caused by customer's fault 95 Others Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical &...
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Warning nearby. A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed. ― Contact your nearest Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to clean the inside of the product (Service fee will be charged.) Caution Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are not followed.
Cleaning Electricity and Safety ― Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched. ― The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images. ― Take the following steps when cleaning. ―...
Install the product at least 10cm away from the wall to allow ventilation. • An increased internal temperature may cause a fire. Only use the power cord provided with your product by Samsung. Do not use the power cord with other products.
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SAMSUNG • Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to install the product at such a place.
If the product is dropped or the outer case is damaged, turn off the power • Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result from a damaged switch and disconnect the power cord. Then contact Samsung Customer cable. Service Center.
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• Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power cord when water or other foreign substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center. • Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result. Do not put DC power adapters together.
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Do not put the DC power adapter near to any heating apparatus. Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot. • Otherwise, a fire may result. Keep the DC power adapter in a well-ventilated area.
Correct posture to use the product Use the product in the correct posture as follows: • Straighten your back. • Allow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen, and look slightly downward at the screen. Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen. •...
Chapter 02 Preparations Checking the Components Components - Contact the vendor where you purchased the product if any components are missing. ― Components may vary depending on the country. - The appearance of the components may differ from the images shown. - Recommend to use the HDMI cable and DP cable which is provided by the supplier.
Parts Control Panel ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. JOG Button Function Key Guide LEFT RIGHT PRESS(ENTER) DOWN Return Icons Description Multi directional button that helps navigate. JOG Button ―...
― The shortcut button screen (OSD menu) shown below is displayed only when the monitor screen is turned on, the Direct Key guide computer resolution changes, or the input source changes. UP/DOWN: Adjust Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness. LEFT/RIGHT: Adjust Volume. Brightness PRESS(ENTER): Display Function Key Guide.
Function Key Guide UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT: Move to the item you want. The description for each item will appear when the focus changes. PRESS(ENTER): The selected item will be applied. ― To enter the main menu or to use other items, press the JOG button to display Icons Description the Function Key Guide.
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― When the monitor displays nothing (i.e. Power saving mode or Non-signal mode), 2 direct keys for control source and power could be used as below. JOG Button Power saving/Non-signal mode Source Change Down Power Off PRESS(ENTER) for 2 seconds ―...
Port Description Reverse Side Connects to the DC power adapter. ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. Connects to a source device using an HDMI cable or HDMI-DVI cable. Connects to a PC using a DP cable.
Installation Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height ― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. -2˚(±2.0˚) ~ 20˚(±2.0˚) 100 mm ± 2.0 mm • The monitor tilt and height can be adjusted. •...
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― The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality. Caution Take extra care to ensure your hand does not get stuck in the height adjustment area. This could injure your hand. Do not put the hand below the stand body.
Anti-theft Lock ― An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. ― The locking device shape and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details. To lock an anti-theft locking device: Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking device to a heavy object such as a desk.
Chapter 03 Connecting and Using a Source Device Before Connecting Connecting and Using a PC Check the following before you connect this product with other devices. Select a connection method suitable for your PC. ― Connecting parts may differ in different products. Pre-connection Checkpoints Connection Using the HDMI Cable ―...
Connection Using the DP Cable Connecting to Headphones or Speakers ― Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. ― Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables. Ensure you connect a source device first before connecting the power cable. Ensure you connect a source device first before connecting the power cable.
Connecting the Power Power connection using detachable DC power adapter Connect the power cable to the DC power adapter. Then, connect the DC power adapter to the DC 22V port on the back of the product. Next, connect the power cable to the power outlet. Press the JOG button on the back of the monitor to turn it on.
Tidying Up the Connected Cables To remove the COVER-CABLE, hold and pull the COVER-CABLE Hold the bottom of the stand neck securely with your left with your thumb and index finger in the arrow direction while hand and use the thumb of your right hand to slide up the holding the stand with the other hand.
Connecting the Product to a PC as a USB HUB Connecting a PC to the Product ― The product can function as a HUB by connecting to a PC via a USB cable. You can connect a source device directly to the product and control the device from the product, without having to connect the device to the PC.
Utilizing the Product as a USB HUB Using the product as a hub, connect and use various source devices with the product at the same time. A PC cannot connect to multiple source devices at the same time as it has a limited number of input/output ports available. The HUB feature on the product will improve your work efficiency by allowing you to connect multiple source devices to the USB ports on the product at the same time without connecting them to a PC.
― An installation driver is contained on the CD supplied with the product. Select a language on the product and change the resolution on your PC to the optimum setting. ― If the file provided is faulty, visit the Samsung homepage (http://www.samsung.com/) and download the file.
Picture controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. ― This menu is not available when Bright Dynamic Contrast is set to SAMSUNG MAGIC mode. Move to Brightness controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. ― This option is not available when Bright Cinema Dynamic is in SAMSUNG MAGIC Contrast mode. Contrast Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. ― This option is not available when Bright Cinema Dynamic is in SAMSUNG MAGIC Contrast mode. Sharpness Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Sharpness Game Mode ― When the monitor turns off, enters power-saving mode or changes input sources, Game Mode turns even if it is set to SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Always On Color ― If you want to keep Game Mode enabled all the time, select...
SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. This menu provides an optimum picture quality suitable for the environment where the product will be used.
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When the external input is connected through HDMI/DP and PC/AV Mode is set to AV, Bright has four automatic picture SAMSUNG MAGIC Picture Set to an optimum settings (Dynamic, Standard, Movie and Custom) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard,...
Picture Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. ― Adjust the tint of the screen. This menu is not available when Bright is set SAMSUNG MAGIC Cinema Dynamic Contrast mode. Color Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Sharpness signal. ― The HDMI Black Level feature is only activated at a certain resolution, such as 720P and 1080P. Game Mode SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright Normal Color HDMI Black Level - The displayed image may differ depending on the model.
Response Time Configuring the Response Time When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Accelerate the panel response rate to make video appear more vivid and natural. ― It is best to set Picture Response Time Standard...
Chapter 05 Screen Adjustment Image Size Changing the Image Size When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Change the picture size. ― This menu is not available when PIP/PBP Mode is set to and the Size...
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mode mode • 4:3: Display the picture with an aspect ratio of 4:3. Suitable for videos and standard broadcasts. Screen Choose the size and • 16:9: Display the picture with an aspect ratio of 16:9. aspect ratio of the Image Size •...
H-Position & V-Position Configuring H-Position & V-Position When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. H-Position: Move the screen to the left or right. V-Position: Move the screen up or down. Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
PIP/PBP The PIP (Picture in Picture) function separates the screen into two parts. One source device is displayed on the main screen at the same time the another source device is displayed in inset windows. The PBP (Picture by Picture) function separates the screen in half displaying output from two different source devices simultaneously on the left and right sides of the screen.
Configuring PIP/PBP Mode Enable or disable the PIP/PBP Mode function. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Screen Configure the Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. settings for using Image Size Screen Fit...
Configuring Size Select the size and aspect ratio of the sub-screen. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. PIP/PBP Select the size and Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. aspect ratio of the PIP/PBP Mode sub-screen.
Configuring Position Select the position of the sub-screen from the available options. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. PIP/PBP Select the position Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. of the sub-screen PIP/PBP Mode from the available...
Configuring Sound Source Set which screen you want to hear the sound for. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. PIP mode Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. PIP/PBP Set which screen PIP/PBP...
Configuring Source Select the source for each screen. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. PIP Mode Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. (available in PIP mode(Size PIP/PBP...
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PBP Mode Select input sources for the devices displayed on the main and sub screens. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. (available in PBP mode(Size Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Configuring Image Size Select the image size for sub-screen. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. PIP Mode Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. (available in PIP mode(Size PIP/PBP...
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PBP Mode Set the Image Size for each of the divided screens. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. (available in PBP mode(Size Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. mode PIP/PBP Move to the...
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mode mode • 4:3: Display the picture of the sub-screen with an aspect ratio of 4:3. Suitable for videos and standard broadcasts. Image Size • 16:9: Display the picture of the sub-screen with an aspect ratio of 16:9. • 21:9: Display the picture of the sub-screen with an aspect ratio of 21:9. Screen Fit: Display the picture of the sub-screen with the original aspect ratio without cutting anything off.
Configuring Contrast Adjust the contrast level for sub-screen. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. PIP Mode Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. (available in PIP mode(Size PIP/PBP...
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PBP Mode Adjust the contrast level for each screen. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. (available in PBP mode(Size Move to Screen controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. PIP/PBP Adjust the contrast PIP/PBP...
Chapter 06 Coordinating OSD A detailed description of each function is provided. Refer to your product for details. Language Configuring Language When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Set the menu language. ―...
Display Time Configuring Display Time When the Function Key Guide appears, select to display the corresponding menu screen. Set the on-screen display (OSD) menu to automatically disappear if the menu is not used for a specified period of time. Options Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Transparency Changing Transparency When the Function Key Guide appears, select to display the corresponding menu screen. Set the transparency for the menu windows. Options Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Options Configure the transparency of the Transparency Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Chapter 07 Setup and Reset A detailed description of each function is provided. Refer to your product for details. Sound Configuring Volume When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Settings Move to Settings...
Configuring Sound Mode When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Settings Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Sound Sound Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Volume Sound Mode Standard...
Configuring Select Sound When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Settings Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Sound Sound Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Volume Sound Mode Move to...
JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. ― This option is not available when Bright is in Dynamic Contrast mode. SAMSUNG MAGIC ― This menu is not available when Game Mode is enabled. Eco Saving Move to controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
USB Super Charging ― Setting USB Super Charging during a data transfer will stop the data transfer. If you set USB Super Charging to Off, the standard charging and data transfer feature will be available. ― High-speed charging is possible using the ports only.
PC/AV Mode ― Supplied for the wide models only such as 16:9 or 16:10. ― If the monitor is in HDMI HDMI 2 DisplayPort mode and the screen says Check Signal Cable or power saving mode activates, press the JOG button to display the function-button screen and then select the icon.
DisplayPort Ver. ― Incorrect settings may cause the screen to go blank. If this occurs, check the device specifications. ― If the monitor is in HDMI HDMI 2 DisplayPort mode and the screen says Check Signal Cable or power saving mode activates, press the JOG button to display the function-button screen and then select the icon.
Source Detection Configuring Source Detection When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. You can activate Source Detection. Move to Settings controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Settings Decide how input sources will be...
Key Repeat Time Configuring Key Repeat Time When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Control the response rate of a button when the button is pressed. Move to Settings controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Off Timer Configuring Off Timer When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. You can set the product to automatically turn off. Move to Settings controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Settings Enable or disable the Off Timer.
Configuring Turn Off After Off Timer Set the monitor to automatically turn Off Timer ― This option is only available when Off Timer is set to On. off after a certain Turn Off After time period. When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP.
Power LED On Configuring Power LED On When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Configure the settings to enable or disable the power LED located at the lower part of the product. Move to Settings controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button.
Reset All Initializing Settings (Reset All) When the Function Key Guide appears, select by moving the JOG button UP. Next, press the JOG button. Return all the settings for the product to the default factory settings. Move to Settings controlling the JOG button UP/DOWN and press the JOG button. Settings Return all the Reset All...
Chapter 08 Information Menu and Others A detailed description of each function is provided. Refer to your product for details. Information Information Picture Model: S34E790C View the current input source, frequency and resolution. Screen Options Displaying Information Settings HDMI 1...
Configuring Brightness, Contrast Brightness ― This menu is not available when Bright is set to Dynamic Contrast mode. SAMSUNG MAGIC and Sharpness from the Initial ― This menu is not available when Eco Saving is enabled. Screen Contrast ― This menu is not available when...
Configuring Volume in the Initial Volume Screen Volume Adjust the controlling the JOG button LEFT/RIGHT. ― If the audio quality of a connected input device is poor, the Auto Mute function on the product may mute the sound or Volume You can adjust by moving the JOG button left or right, if no OSD menu is cause choppy audio when applying the headphones or speakers.
Chapter 09 Installing the Software Easy Setting Box Restrictions and Problems with the Installation (Easy Setting Box) The Easy Setting Box installation may be affected by the Graphics Card, Motherboard and the Networking Environment. Easy Setting Box System Requirements Easy Setting Box enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections. •...
Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Guide Requirements Before Contacting Samsung Customer Service Center Testing the Product Before calling Samsung Customer Service Center, test your product as follows. If the problem persists, contact Samsung Check if your product is operating normally by using the product test function.
Check the following. Installation issue (PC mode) Issues Solutions The screen keeps switching on and off. Check the cable connection between the product and PC, and ensure the connectors are locked. Blank spaces are found on all four sides of the screen when The blank spaces found on the screen have nothing to do with the product.
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Issues Solutions The screen is not clear. The screen is blurry. Remove any accessories (video extension cable, etc.) and try again. Set the resolution and frequency to the recommended level. The screen appears unstable and shaky. Check that the resolution and frequency for the PC are within the range of resolution and frequency compatible with the product.
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Sound issue Issues Solutions There is no sound. Check the connection of the audio cable or adjust the volume. Check the volume. The volume is too low. Adjust the volume. If the volume is still low after turning it up to the maximum level, adjust the volume on your PC sound card or software program.
Q & A Question Answer Refer to the user manual for your PC or graphics card for further instructions on adjustment. How can I change the frequency? Set the frequency on your graphics card. • Windows XP: Go to Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Settings...
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Question Answer How do I set power-saving mode? • Windows XP: Set power-saving mode in Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC. • Windows ME/2000: Set power-saving mode in Control Panel Display Screen Saver Settings or BIOS SETUP on the PC.
Chapter 11 Specifications General Size Model Name S34E790C Panel Size 86.4 cm Display area 797.22 mm (H) x 333.72 mm (V) Display area Pixel Pitch 0.23175 mm (H) x 0.23175 mm (V) Dimensions (W x H x D) / Without Stand 821.5 x 364.0 x 51.5 mm / 7.4 kg...
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Model Name S34E790C Environmental conditions Operating Temperature: 10 C - 40 C (50 F - 104 F) Humidity: 10 % - 80 %, non-condensing Storage Temperature: -20 C - 60 C (-4 F - 140 F) Humidity: 5 % - 95 %, non-condensing ―...
PowerSaver The power-saving function of this product reduces power consumption by switching off the screen and changing the color of the power LED if the product is not used for a specified period of time. The power is not turned off in power-saving mode. To switch the screen back on, press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse. Power- saving mode only functions when the product is connected to a PC with a power-saving function.
Standard Signal Mode Table Model Name S34E790C - This product can be set to only one resolution for each screen size to obtain Synchronization Horizontal Frequency 30 - 90 kHz (DisplayPort, HDMI) the optimum picture quality due to the nature of the panel. Using a resolution...
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Resolution Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) (kHz) VESA, 800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500 - Horizontal Frequency The time required to scan a single line VESA, 1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 65.000 from the left to the right side of the screen is called a horizontal cycle.
Chapter 12 Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE ― 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/support CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ca/support (English) http://www.samsung.com/ca_fr/support (French) LATIN AMERICA...
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LATIN AMERICA COSTA RICA 0-800-507-7267 http://www.samsung.com/latin/support (Spanish) 00-800-1-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support (English) DOMINICA 1-800-751-2676 http://www.samsung.com/latin/support (Spanish) http://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support (English) ECUADOR 1-800-10-72670 http://www.samsung.com/latin/support (Spanish) 1-800-SAMSUNG (72-6786) http://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support (English) EL SALVADOR 800-6225 http://www.samsung.com/latin/support (Spanish) http://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support (English) GUATEMALA 1-800-299-0013 http://www.samsung.com/latin/support (Spanish) 1-800-299-0033 http://www.samsung.com/latin_en/support (English) HONDURAS 800-27919267 http://www.samsung.com/latin/support (Spanish)
― When the service is requested, in spite of in warranty, we may charge you for a visit from a service • Use of supplies or separatly sold product unspecified by Samsung. technician in the following cases. • Repair from a person besides an engineer of outsourcing service company or partner of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Not a product defect •...
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal. (For India Only) This product is RoHS compliant. For more information on safe disposal and recycling visit our website www.samsung.com/in or contact our Helpline numbers - 18002668282, 180030008282.
Terminology OSD (On Screen Display)____ On Grey scale____ Scale refers to levels Dot Pitch____ The product and screen Vertical Frequency____ One image is Plug & Play____ The Plug & Play screen display (OSD) allows you to of color intensity that show variations consist of red, green and blue dots.