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  • Page 1: Lcd Display

    SyncMaster 520DX,520DXn LCD Display User Manual 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.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property dam- age. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment.

  • Page 3: Installation

    Safety Instructions 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. •...
  • Page 4 Safety Instructions DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, MOSQUITO REPELLANT, CIG- ARETTES AND ANY HEATING APPLIANCES NEAR THE PRODUCT. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth. • Otherwise, it may result in fire. When cleaning the product, make sure to disconnect the power cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean it softly with a dry cloth.
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions If thunder or lightening is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable.
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions If you continually move closer to the product screen, your eye- sight may be failing. Take a rest for at least five (5) minutes after using the monitor for one (1) hour. This reduces the weariness of your eyes. Do not install it in an unstable location such as an unstable rack or uneven surface or a location exposed to vibrations.
  • Page 8 Safety Instructions The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary re- fuse and must be returned for recycling purposes. The customer is responsible for returning the used or rechargeable batteries for recycling. • The customer can return used or rechargeable batteries to a nearby public recycling center or to a store selling the same type of the battery or rechargeable battery.
  • Page 9 Introduction Package Contents Checking the Contents of the Package Remove the lock from the package box, as shown in the figure above. Lift up the package box by Check the contents of the Remove the Styrofoam holding the grooves on package.
  • Page 10 Introduction Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual (Not available in all loca- tions) MagicInfo Software CD, MagicInfo Manual CD (Applicable to the DXn model only) Cables D-Sub Cable Power Cord Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) HDD Cover (Not available in all loca- tions) BNC to RCA Adaptor Jack...
  • Page 11 Introduction Sold separately TV tuner box NetWork Box Semi Stand KIT (Applicable to the DX mod- el only) Note • You can purchase and connect a separate network box or TV tuner box. For information on how to use these, refer to their respective user manuals. •...
  • Page 12 Introduction Activates a highlighted menu item. SOURCE button [SOURCE] Switches from PC mode to Video mode. Changing the source is only al- lowed for external devices that are connected to the LCD Display at the time. [PC] → [DVI] → [AV] → [HDMI] → [MagicInfo] → [TV] → [BNC] →...
  • Page 13 Introduction │ POWER S/W ON [ ] / OFF [O] Switches the LCD Display On/Off. POWER IN The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall plug. RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port Connect a serial cable (cross type) to [RS232C] on the product and RS232C on the PC.
  • Page 14 Introduction DVI / PC / HDMI IN [RGB](PC Video Connection Terminal) Connect the [RGB] port on the monitor to the RGB port on the PC using the D-SUB cable. DVI / PC / HDMI IN [DVI] (PC Video Con- nection Terminal) Connect the [DVI] port on the monitor to the DVI port on the PC using the DVI cable.
  • Page 15 Introduction (BNC/Component Connection Terminal (In- put)) PC OUT (Applicable to the DXn model only) LAN (LAN Connection Terminal) (Applicable to the DXn model only) USB(USB Connection Terminal) Keyboard / Mouse, Mass Storage Device Compatible. (Applicable to the DXn model only) Kensington Lock slot A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they...

  • Page 16: Remote Control

    Introduction Note • These are general instructions. For exact instructions, see the User Manual sup- plied with the locking device. • You can purchase the locking device from an electronics store, an online shop, or our service center. Note See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections. Remote Control Note The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device...
  • Page 17 Introduction RETURN Up-Down Left-Right buttons EXIT MagicInfo P.MODE DUAL/MTS SWAP Turns the product On. POWER Turns the product Off. 3. Number Buttons Press to change the channel. The "-" button operates only for DTV. It is used to select MMS (multi-channel) for a DTV. 4.
  • Page 18 Introduction built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier. Then press the button again to circle through available preconfigured modes. ( Standard → Music → Movie → Speech → Custom ) 16.MDC MDC Quick Launch Button. 17.LOCK Activates or deactivates all function keys on both the remote control and the LCD Display except for the Power and LOCK buttons.
  • Page 19 Introduction MTS- You can select MTS (Multichannel Television Stereo) mode. Audio Type MTS/S_Mode Default FM Stereo Mono Mono Manual Change Stereo Mono ↔ Stereo Mono ↔ SAP Mono 30. PIP Every time you press the button, a PIP screen appears. - This fuction does not work for this LCD Display.

  • Page 20: Lcd Display Head

    • At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion.

  • Page 21: Wall Bracket Installation

    • Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. • SAMSUNG Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer. • This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
  • Page 22 Introduction Insert and tighten the Captive Screw in the direction of the arrow. When done, mount the wall bracket on the wall. There are two hinges(left and right). Use the correct one. Captive Screw Wall Bracket Hinge (Left) Hinge (Right) Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct.

  • Page 23: To Mount The Product On The Wall Bracket

    Introduction To mount the product on the wall bracket The shape of the product may vary depending on the model. (The assemblies of the plastic hanger and the screw are the same) Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. Insert the screw B into the plastic hanger.

  • Page 24: Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment

    Introduction Remove safety pin (3) and insert the 4 product holders into the corresponding bracket holes (1). Then place the product(2) so that it is firmly fixed to the bracket. Make sure to re-insert and tighten the safety pin (3) to securely hold the product to the bracket. LCD Display Wall Bracket Wall...
  • Page 25 Introduction Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Computer

    Connections Connecting a Computer Connect the power cord for your LCD Display to the power port on the back of the LCD Display. Turn on the power switch. There are 3 ways to connect the D-sub to your LCD Display. Choose one of the following: Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.

  • Page 27: Connecting To Other Devices

    • Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display. • Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items. Connecting to Other devices Note AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can be connected to the LCD Display.

  • Page 28: Connecting A Dvd Player

    Connections Locate the AV output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back of the camcorder. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the camcorder and the AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] on the LCD Display . Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the AV IN [VIDEO] on the LCD Display .

  • Page 29: Connecting Using A Hdmi Cable

    Connections Connect a Component cable between the BNC / COMPONENT IN - P , Y, P port on the LCD Display and the P , Y, P jacks on the Set Top Box. Connect a set of audio cables between the AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] on the LCD Dis- play and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set Top Box.

  • Page 30: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable

    Connections Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Note • Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the HDMI terminal of the LCD Display using a DVI to HDMI cable. • Connect the red and white jacks of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite jack to the DVI / PC / HDMI AUDIO IN terminal of the LCD Display.

  • Page 31: Connecting A Lan Cable

    Connections Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the LAN cable. Note Applicable to the DXn model only Connecting a USB device You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. Note Applicable to the DXn model only...

  • Page 32: Using The Software

    Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com (Worldwide) Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows".

  • Page 33: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)

    Using the Software Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) ® Microsoft Windows Vista™‚ Operating System Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 34 Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer".
  • Page 35 Using the Software Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next". 10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence. ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System...
  • Page 36 Using the Software Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Start" → "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced...". Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. Click "Update Driver..."...
  • Page 37 If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
  • Page 38 Using the Software 10. Monitor driver installation is completed. ® ® Microsoft Windows 2000 Operating System When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor, follow these steps. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open"...
  • Page 39 Using the Software If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window then click the "Yes" button. And click the "Finish" button then the "Close" button. ® ® Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" icon. Select the "Settings"...

  • Page 40: Installation Problems

    Using the Software Set a Keyboard for your computer. The next screen is for setting your monitor. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) Enter the model name of your monitor.
  • Page 41 Using the Software Uninstall The MDC program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of ® the Windows Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove MDC. Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a pro- gram".

  • Page 42: Main Screen

    Therefore, a serial cable should be connected between the serial port on a PC and the serial port on a display. Main Screen Click Start > Program > Samsung > MDC System to start the program. Select a set to see the volume of the selected set within the slider.

  • Page 43: Port Selection

    Main Icons Select Button Remocon Info Grid Safety Lock Display Selection Port Selection Control Tools 1. Use the main icons to switch into each screen. 2. Allows you to enable or disable the remote control signal receiving function of the display unit. 3.

  • Page 44: Power Control

    1. The Multiple Display Control is originally set to COM1. 2. If any port other than COM1 is used, COM1 through COM4 can be selected in the Port Selection Menu. 3. If the exact port name that is connected to the LCD Display using a serial cable is not selected, communication will be unavailable.
  • Page 45 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Power Control. (Power Status) 2) Input 3) Image Size 4) On Timer 5) Off Timer 2. Use the Select All button or Check Box to choose a display to control.

  • Page 46: Input Source

    Power Control allows controlling some of the functions of the selected display. 1) Power On/Off - Turns the power of the selected display On/Off. 2) Volume - Controls the volume level of the selected display. It receives the volume value of the selected display from the sets and displays it in the slider. (When you cancel the selection or choose Select All, the value returns to the default value 10) (Mute On/Off) - Turns on/off the Mute function of the selected display.
  • Page 47 • PC Mode Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Input Source Control. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to PC. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to BNC.

  • Page 48: Image Size

    - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DVI. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to TV. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DTV. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to AV. S-Video - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to S-Video.
  • Page 49 2) Image Size - Shows the current Image Size of the display in use. 3) Input - Info Grid displays only the displays whose Input Source is PC, BNC, DVI. 4) PC Source - When you click Image Size, the PC Source tab first appear. - The Image Size Control button controls Image Size available for PC, BNC, DVI.

  • Page 50: Pip Size

    Time 1. Click Time of the main icons and the Time Control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Time Control. 1) Current Time - Set the current time for the selected display (PC Time). - To change the current time, first change the PC Time. 2) On Time Setup - Set the Hour, Minute, AM/PM of On Time Setup, Status, Source, Volume of the selected display.

  • Page 51: Pip Source

    1. Click PIP of the main icons and the PIP control screen appears. Click Select All or use Check Box to select a display to control. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to PIP Size Control. 1) PIP Size - Shows the current PIP Size of the display in use.
  • Page 52 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to PIP Source Control. 1) PIP Source - PIP Source can be controlled with turning on the LCD Display power. 2) PC - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to PC. 3) BNC - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to BNC.
  • Page 53 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide.When selected, each function fetches the value for the set and displays it on the slide bar. When "Select All" is chosen, the default value is displayed.
  • Page 54 Settings Picture PC 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide. When selected, each function fetches the value for the set and displays it on the slide bar.
  • Page 55 The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. The Input source of TV works only on TV model. Color Temp is only enabled if the Color Tone is set to Off. This feature is available only for the displays whose power status is ON and if no selection is made, the factory default is displayed.

  • Page 56: Image Lock

    Settings Image Lock 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. 1) Image Lock - Available only for PC, BNC. 2) Coarse - Adjusts Coarse of the selected display. 3) Fine - Adjusts Fine of the selected display.
  • Page 57 An "Info Grid" showing several basic data items appears. 1) Maintenance - Allows the Maintenance Control function for all input sources. 2) Auto Lamp Control - Automatically adjusts the backlight of the selected display at a specified time. The Manual Lamp Control automatically turns off if you adjust using the Auto Lamp Control. 3) Manual Lamp Control - Allows you to adjust the backlight of the selected display regardless of the time.

  • Page 58: Video Wall

    1) Scroll - This function is used to remove the afterimages that occur when a still screen is displayed on the selected display for a long time. 2) Pixel Shift - This allows the screen to be moved finely at the specified time interval. 3) Safety Screen - The Safety Screen function is used to prevent afterimages from occurring when a still screen is displayed on the monitor for a long time.
  • Page 59 Select a display from Display Selection. The place will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. The MDC program supplied by Samsung supports up to 5x5 LCD Displayes. 3) On / Off - Turns on/off the Video Wall function of the selected display.
  • Page 60 Troubleshooting 1. The display you wish to control does not appear on the Power Control Info Grid - Check the connection of RS232C. (Check if it is properly connected to the Com1 port) - Check the displays to see if any of the other displays connected have the same ID. If more than one displays have the same ID, those displays are not properly detected by the program due to data conflict.

  • Page 61: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / BNC / DVI • • HDMI • MagicInfo • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • DX model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box. Source List Use to select PC, DVI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display.

  • Page 62: Edit Name

    Adjusting the LCD Display DX model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box. This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed. BNC mode is not supported if the component cable is connected. To use BNC mode, remove the component cable and connect the BNC cable. Component Component mode is not supported if the BNC cable is connected.
  • Page 63 Adjusting the LCD Display • MagicInfo • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • DX model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box. MagicBright MagicBright is a feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the con- tents of the image you are watching.

  • Page 64: Color Tone

    Adjusting the LCD Display Contrast Adjusts the Contrast. Brightness Adjusts the Brightness. Sharpness Adjusts the Sharpness. Color Tone The color tones can be changed. Cool Normal Warm Custom Note If you set the Color Tone to Cool, Normal, Warm, or Custom, the Color Temp. function is disabled.

  • Page 65: Color Temp

    Adjusting the LCD Display Green Blue Color Temp. Color Temp is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. Note This function is only enabled if the Color Tone is set to Off. Image Lock Image Lock is used to fine-tune and get the best image by removing noise that creates unstable images with jitters and shakiness.

  • Page 66: Auto Adjustment

    Adjusting the LCD Display Adjusts the screen location vertically. Auto Adjustment The values of Fine, Coarse, Position are adjusted automatically. By changing the resolution in the control panel, the auto function is performed. (Available in PC mode only) Note The direct button on the remote control is the 'AUTO' button. Signal Balance This is used to make up for the weak RGB signal transmitted by a long signal cable.

  • Page 67: Dynamic Contrast

    Adjusting the LCD Display B-Offset Size The Size can be switched. 16:9 Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor detects the ambient light intensity so that the picture brightness can automatically be adjusted.
  • Page 68 Adjusting the LCD Display • • HDMI • MagicInfo • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • DX model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box. Mode The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory.
  • Page 69 Adjusting the LCD Display Brightness Adjusts the Brightness. Sharpness Adjusts the picture Sharpness. Color Adjusts the picture Color. Tint Adds a natural tone to the display. Note Tint function can be available just in NTSC system. Color Tone The color tones can be changed. The individual Color components are also user adjustable. Cool2 Cool1 Normal...
  • Page 70 Adjusting the LCD Display Note • Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. • If you set the Color Tone to Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2, the Color Temp. function is disabled. Color Temp. Color Temp. is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. Note •...

  • Page 71: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)

    Adjusting the LCD Display Digital NR (Digital Noise Reduction) Turns the Digital Noise Reduction feature Off/On. The Digital Noise Reduction feature allows you to enjoy clearer and crisper images. Film Mode The Film Mode feature offers you a theater-quality viewing experience. (In HDMI mode, this function can be available when the input signal is interlaced scan;...
  • Page 72 Adjusting the LCD Display Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor detects the ambient light intensity so that the picture brightness can automatically be adjusted. Sound Available Modes • PC / BNC / DVI • • HDMI • MagicInfo • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed.

  • Page 73: Auto Volume

    Adjusting the LCD Display Selects Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialogue (i.e., news). Custom Selects Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to your personal preferen- ces. Custom The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. Note •...
  • Page 74 Adjusting the LCD Display SRS TS XT SRS TS XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound ex- perience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.

  • Page 75: Clock Set

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. Time Selects from one of 4 time settings, Clock Set, Sleep Timer, On Timer, and Off Timer. Clock Set Current Time Setting.

  • Page 76: Off Timer

    Adjusting the LCD Display On Timer Turns the LCD Display on automatically at a preset time. Controls the mode and the volume level at the time the LCD Display turns on automatically. Off Timer Turns the LCD Display off automatically at a preset time. Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD.

  • Page 77: Energy Saving

    Adjusting the LCD Display The password can be changed. Energy Saving This feature adjusts the power consumption of the unit in order to save energy. Note If Energy Saving mode is Off, you can obtain the maximum display brightness. HDMI Black Level When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in the screen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., depending on the external device connected.
  • Page 78 Adjusting the LCD Display Video Wall Turns Off/On the Video Wall function of the selected display Off/On. Format The Format can be selected to see a divided screen. Full Provides a full screen without any margins. Natural Displays a natural image with the original aspect ratio intact. Horizontal Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally.

  • Page 79: Screen Divider

    Adjusting the LCD Display Vertical Sets how many parts the screen should be divided vertically. Five adjustment levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Screen Divider The screen can be divided into several images. A number of screens can be selected with a different layout when dividing.

  • Page 80: Horizontal Dot

    Adjusting the LCD Display Horizontal Dot Sets how many pixels the screen moves horizontally. Five adjustment levels: 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Vertical Line Sets how many pixels the screen moves vertically. Five adjustment levels: 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Time Set the time interval for performing the horizontal or vertical movement, respectively.
  • Page 81 Adjusting the LCD Display You can set the timer for Screen Burn Protection. If you start the operation to erase any residual image, the operation will be performed for the set period of time and then automatically finish. Mode You can change the Safety Screen Type. Scroll Eraser Period...

  • Page 82: Resolution Select

    Adjusting the LCD Display Scroll This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving all the pixels on the LCD ac- cording to a pattern. Use this function when there are remaining after-images or symbols on the screen, especially when you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time. This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving long black and white vertical lines.

  • Page 83: Power On Adjustment

    Adjusting the LCD Display or 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz, by using this function(Resolution Select), you can have the picture displayed on the screen in the specified resolution. Note Available in PC mode only 1024 X 768 1280 X 768 1360 x 768 1366 X 768 Note...

  • Page 84: Image Reset

    Adjusting the LCD Display Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults. The Reset function is only available when PC / DVI is being used. Image Reset Note • Available in PC mode only • The Reset function is not available when Video Wall is On. Color Reset Lamp Control Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption.
  • Page 85 Adjusting the LCD Display • ID Setup Assigns distinctive IDs to the SET. • ID Input Use to select the transmitter functions of the individual SET. Only a SET where the ID corresponds to the transmitter setting becomes activated. MagicInfo Available Modes •...
  • Page 86 Adjusting the LCD Display Please make sure not to use the Power-On option when the LCD Display is in the process of shutting down since this may cause system errors on the LCD Display. • When using MagicInfo with the MagicInfo Server Program: perform Network mode. •...
  • Page 87 Adjusting the LCD Display In step 2 of MagicInfo Setup Wizard, you don’t have to go to Network Setting on the desktop to make your settings for TCP/IP. You just do that at step 2 of MagicInfo installation. 3. Select Language - step 3 When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them.
  • Page 88 Adjusting the LCD Display You can select which rotation type will be applied to your device. 5. Setup Information Shows the settings that have been selected by the user. Note If the MagicInfo icon is not displayed on the notification area, double click the MagicInfo icon on the window desktop.

  • Page 89: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note Check the following items yourself before calling for assistance. Contact a Service Center for problems that you cannot solve by yourself. Self-Test Feature Check Turn off both your computer and the LCD Display. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. Turn on the LCD Display.

  • Page 90: Symptoms And Recommended Actions

    Troubleshooting • Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable sub- stances, or a wet cloth. 2) Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly. • Never use acetone, benzene or thinner. (They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen surface.) •...

  • Page 91: Problems Related To The Screen

    Troubleshooting Check if the signal cable between the computer and the LCD Display is securely con- nected. (Refer to Connecting a Computer) Problems related to the Screen Note Problems related to the LCD Display screen and their solutions are listed. The screen is blank and the power indicator is off.

  • Page 92: Problems Related To Audio

    Troubleshooting The screen color is inconsistent. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color image is distorted by dark shadows. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color white is poor. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The screen is blank and the power indicator light blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds.
  • Page 93 Troubleshooting Check if the power cord is securely connected. Check if a special fluorescent or neon lamp is on in the vicinity. Q & A How can I change the frequency? The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note That video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used.
  • Page 94 Troubleshooting Note Before calling for assistance, 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 In- formation section or contact your dealer.

  • Page 95: Specifications

    Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 520DX(N) LCD Panel Size 52 inches (132 cm) Display area 1152.0 mm (H) X 648.0 mm (V) Pixel Pitch 0.6 mm (H) X 0.6 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 85 Hz Display Color 16.7 M...
  • Page 96 Specifications Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight 1211 x 776.6 x 311 mm / 47.7 x 30.6 x 12.2 inches / 36 kg / 79.4 lbs (With Stand) SyncMaster 520DXn 1211 x 776.6 x 311 mm / 47.7 x 30.6 x 12.2 inches (Without Stand) 1211 x 776.6 x 311 mm / 47.7 x 30.6 x 12.2 inches / 37.4 kg / 82.5 lbs (With Stand)

  • Page 97: Preset Timing Modes

    Specifications for a certain amount of time. The LCD Display automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key on the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your LCD Display OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with a VESA DPM compliant video card installed in your computer.
  • Page 98 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681 75.062 100.000 VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 VESA, 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 56.250 36.000...

  • Page 99: For Better Display

    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 quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT- LCD.
  • Page 100 Information Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode • Turn the power off for 4 hours after 20 hours in use • Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use • Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme. •...
  • Page 101 Information • Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large dif- ference in luminance. Avoid using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily. Avoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey) Change the characters color periodically •...
  • Page 102 Information • Apply the Screen Pixel function - Symptom: Dot with Black Color move up and down. • Apply the Screen Bar function - Symptom: Horizontal / Vertical Bar with Black Color move up and down. Note ( Please check CD's User Guide at "OSD Function", some model's will not availa- ble.
  • Page 103 Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note 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 CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG http://www.samsung.com (726-7864) Latin America ARGENTINA 0800-333-3733 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 104 RUMANIA http://www.samsung.com SERBIA 0700 SAMSUNG (0700 726 http://www.samsung.com 7864) SLOVAKIA 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 http://www.samsung.com 678) SWEDEN 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) http://www.samsung.com SWITZERLAND 0848 - SAMSUNG (7267864, http://www.samsung.com/ch CHF 0.08/min) http://www.samsung.com/...
  • Page 105 UKRAINE 0-800-502-000 http://www.samsung.com/ua http://www.samsung.com/ ua_ru UZBEKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com Asia Pacific AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 http://www.samsung.com 786) CHINA 400-810-5858 http://www.samsung.com 010-6475 1880 HONG KONG (852) 3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk http://www.samsung.com/ hk_en/ INDIA 3030 8282 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 106 U.A.E 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Africa NIGERIA 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Terms Dot Pitch The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution. The dis- tance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'.

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    Appendix for performing multiple tasks as more image information can be shown on the screen. Example: If the resolution is 1920 x 1080, this means the screen is composed of 1920 horizontal dots (horizontal res- olution) and 1080 vertical lines (vertical resolution). SRS TS XT This feature outputs sonorous and vivid 3D sound as for 5.1 channel speaker sound but through a 2-channel speaker.
  • Page 108 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Elec- tronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this ma- terial.

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