Page 1: Lcd Display
SyncMaster 400MX-3, 460MX-3, 400FP-3, 460FP-3 LCD Display User Manuals 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
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands when removing or plugging the plug into the outlet. • Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded power out- let. • Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly.
Page 4 Safety Instructions Ensure that at least two persons lift and move the product. • Otherwise, it may be dropped and cause personal injury, and/ or damage the product. When installing the product in a cabinet or rack, make sure that the front end of the bottom of the product does not project out.
Page 5 Ensure that the packaging vinyl is kept away from children. • If the height of your monitor is adjustable, do not place any ob- ject or part of your body on the stand when lowering it. • Clean When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft cloth.
Page 6 Others The product is a high voltage product. Do not disassemble, re- pair or modify the product yourself. • If there is a strange smell or a strange sound or smoke is coming from the product, disconnect the power plug immediately and con- tact a Service Center.
Page 7 Safety Instructions Do not insert any metal, such as chopsticks, coins, pins and steel, or flammable objects, such as matches or paper, inside the product (through the ventilating openings, input and output termi- nals, etc). • If water or foreign material enters the product, disconnect the power cord and contact a Service Center.
Page 8 Safety Instructions Do not place any heavy items or toys or confectionery, such as cookies etc. that may attract the attention of children and to the product. • Your children may hang onto the product causing it to fall and this may result in personal injury or death.
Page 9 Safety Instructions Keep the small accessories in a location out of the reach of children. Be careful when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand. • This may result in personal injury as your hand or fingers may become caught.
Page 10: Package Contents
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 holding the grooves on both sides of the package box. Note • After unpacking the package, make sure to check the contents of the package.
Page 11 Manuals Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all loca- Cables Power Cord Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) (BP59-00138B) (Not available in all loca- Sold separately Semi Stand KIT RGB to BNC Cable RGB to COMPONENT Ca- Introduction User Manual Warranty Card tions) D-Sub Cable...
Page 12: Your Lcd Display
Sold separately Wall Mount KIT Your LCD Display 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. Front MENU button [MENU] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
Page 13 • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box is connected. • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (US Only) D.MENU button Opens the on-screen D.MENU. Note The D.MENU button is activated when a TV tuner is connected and oth- erwise, the PIP button is enabled.
Page 14 Introduction POWER S/W ON [ │ ] / OFF Switches the LCD Display On/Off. POWER The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall outlet. RGB/COMPONENT IN (PC/COMPO- NENT Connection Terminal (Input)) • Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the monitor to the RGB port on the PC using the D-SUB cable.
Page 15 Introduction AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO- Connect the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] port on the monitor to the audio output port on the PC or on the external de- vice using an audio cable. AV IN Connect the [AV IN] terminal of your monitor to the video output terminal of the external device using a VIDEO cable.
Page 16 Introduction Note To use MagicInfo, the network box specified separately by Samsung must be installed in- side the product and the MagicInfo output of the network box must be connected to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal. For more information on how to purchase and install a network box, contact Samsung Electronics.
Page 17 Introduction To lock the product, follow these steps: • • Connecting a Network Box (sold separately) MagicInfo video output port This is the output terminal for the video, au- dio, and control signals of MagicInfo. It can be used by connecting it to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal using a DP to HDMI cable.
Page 18: Remote Control
Connecting a Network Box (sold separately) Note • See the "Connections" section for details about cable connections. • The power switches of both of the monitor and the network box must be turned on for the network box to operate normally. Remote Control Note The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device...
Page 19 Introduction Turns the product On. POWER Turns the product Off. Used to enter the password during the OSD adjustment or Number Buttons to use MagicInfo. Press to change the channel. The "-" button is used to select Digital channels. / GUIDE button Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display.
Page 20 SOURCE D.MENU TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right but- tons INFO The Color button and the PC/DVI/HDMI/DP selection button. TTX/MIX MTS/DUAL Introduction Selects a connected external input source or MagicInfo mode. Press the button to change the input signal SOURCE. Changing the SOURCE is only allowed for external devices that are connected to the LCD Display at the time.
Page 21: Tilt Angle And Rotation
User Installation Guide Note • Be sure to call an installation expert of Samsung Electronics to install the product. • The warranty becomes invalid if the product is installed by someone other than a profes- sional authorized by Samsung Electronics.
Page 22 When installing the product onto a vertical wall, be sure there is a 40 mm space or more behind the product for ventilation, as shown above, and maintain the ambient temperature at 35°C or lower. Note A Samsung Electronics service center can provide details. Introduction...
Page 23: Embedded Mount Guide
When embedding the product in a wall, be sure there is some space behind the product for ventilation, as shown above, and maintain the ambient temperature at 35°C or lower. Note A Samsung Electronics service center can provide details. 3. Floor mount guide <Side view>...
Page 24: Installation Vesa Bracket
Introduction Mechanical Layout (400MX-3, 400FP-3) (460MX-3, 460FP-3) Installation VESA Bracket • When installing VESA, make sure to comply with the international VESA standards.
Page 25: Accessories (Sold Separately)
• 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. Dimensions (400MX-3, 400FP-3)
Page 26 Introduction (460MX-3, 460FP-3)
Page 27: Wall Bracket Installation
• Dimension with other accessories Wall Bracket Installation • Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. Introduction...
Page 28: To Mount The Product On 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 29: Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment
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. Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment Adjust the bracket angle to -2°...
Page 30: Cable Connections
Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle. Remote Control (RS232C) Cable connections interface Bits rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow control Maximum length • Pin assignment Introduction RS232C(9 pin)
Page 31: Control Codes
• RS232C cable Connector : 9-pin D-Sub Cable : Cross (reversed) cable -P1- FEMALE • Connecting method Control codes • Get control Header 0xAA • Set control Header command 0xAA command • commanding words Introduction -P1- ---------> <--------- ---------- command command type DATA Length...
Page 32 Power control Volume control Input source control Screen Mode control Screen Size control PIP on/off control Auto adjustment control Video wall Mode control Safety Lock - ID should show hexadecimal value of assigned ID, but ID 0 should be 0xFF. - Every communication will be made in hexadecimals and Checksum is the sum of all remainings.
Page 33 • com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF Power : Same as above • com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Volume Control • Function Personal Computer changes volume of TV / Monitor. •...
Page 34 • Input Source Control • Function Personal Computer changes input source of TV / Monitor. • Get Input Source Status Header command 0xAA 0x14 • Set Input Source Header command 0xAA 0x14 Input Source : Input Source code to be set on TV / Monitor 0x14 0x1E 0x18...
Page 35 0xAA 0xFF Input Source : Same as above • com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Screen Mode Control • Function Personal Computer changes "Screen Mode" of TV/Monitor. Cannot be controlled when Video Wall is on. Caution Only works with models include TV.
Page 36 • com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Screen Size Control • Function Personal Computer recognizes the screen size of TV / Monitor. • Get Screen Size Status Header command 0xAA 0x19 •...
Page 37 • Set the PIP ON / OFF Header command 0xAA 0x3C PIP : The PIP ON / OFF code to set for the TV or Monitor 1 : PIP ON 0 : PIP OFF • com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF PIP : Same as above •...
Page 38 0xAA 0xFF • com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Video Wall Mode Control • Function Personal Computer converts Video Wall Mode of TV / Monitor when Video Wall is ON. Only works with TV / Monitor where Video Wall is on.
Page 39 com- Header mand 0xAA 0xFF ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Safety Lock • Function Personal Computer turns Safety Lock function of TV / Monitor ON / OFF. Can operate regardless of whether power is ON / OFF. •...
Page 40: Connecting A Computer
Connections Connecting a Computer 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. There are several ways to connect the computer to the monitor. Choose one from the following options.
Page 41: Connecting To Other Devices
Connect the power cord for your LCD Display to the POWER port on the back of the LCD Display. Turn on the power switch. Note Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items. Connecting to Other devices Note •...
Page 42: Connecting Av Devices
Connecting AV Devices Connect an audio cable to [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] on the product and the audio port on an external device such as a VCR or DVD player. Connect a video cable to [AV IN] on the product and the video output port on the external device.
Page 43: Connecting Using A Hdmi Cable
Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the camcorder and the [AV /COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] on the LCD Display . Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "AV". Then, start the Camcorders with a tape inserted. Note The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder.
Page 44: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable
Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Connect a DVI-HDMI cable to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] or [HDMI IN 1] and the DVI output port on the digital device. 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 con- nect the opposite jack to the [RGB/DVI/DP/HDMI AUDIO IN] terminal of the LCD Display.
Page 45: Connecting A Dtv Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box
Note • Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "Component". • Then, start the DVD Player with a DVD disc inserted. • A RGB to component cable is optional. • For an explanation of Component video, consult your DVD manual. Connecting a DTV Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the LCD Display and the P...
Page 46: Connecting To An Audio System
Note • Network boxes are sold separately. • For more information on how to purchase and install a network box, contact Samsung Electronics. Connecting the Power Connect the [POWER] terminal of the product and the [POWER] terminal of the installed network box using a power extension cable.
Page 47: Connecting To Magicinfo Out
Turn on the power switch. Connecting to MAGICINFO OUT Connect the [MAGICINFO OUT] terminal of the network box and the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICIN- FO)] terminal of the monitor using the DP to HDMI cable. Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the LAN cable between the [LAN] port on the product and the [LAN] port on your Connections...
Page 48: Connecting A Usb Devices
Connections Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
Page 49: 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/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows". Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.
Page 50: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)
Note This monitor driver is certified by Microsoft, and installing it will not 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 51 This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation will not damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. 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 52 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 53 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 54 Then click "OK" button. Note This monitor driver is certified by Microsoft, and this installation will not damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button, then click the "OK" button continually.
Page 55 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 56 Using the Software If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window, then click the "Yes" button. Then click the "Finish" button and the "Close" button. ® ® Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" icon. Select the "Settings"...
Page 57 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 58: Mdc Program Installation/Uninstallation
MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MDC Unified installation program. If a software installation window is not displayed on the main screen, install with the "MDC Unified" execution file in the MDC folder on the CD. Click "Next"...
Page 59: What Is Mdc
What is MDC? Multiple display control "MDC" is an application that allows you to easily control multiple display devices simultaneously using a PC. Connecting to MDC Using MDC via RS-232C (serial data communications standards) An RS-232C serial cable must be connected to the serial ports on the PC and monitor.
Page 60 Using MDC via Ethernet Enter the IP for the primary display device and connect the device to the PC. One display device can connect to another using an RS-232C serial cable.
Page 61: Connection Management
Connection Management Connection management includes the Connection list and Connection list modification options. Connection list – Connection list shows the details of the connections such as connection setting (IP/ COM, Port No, MAC, and Connection Type), connection status, Set ID Range, and detected devices. Each connection can contain a maximum of 100 devices connected in serial daisy-chain fashion.
Page 62: Auto Set Id
Auto Set ID Auto Set ID feature assigns a Set ID for all the LFDs connected in daisy-chain of a selected connection. There can be a maximum of 100 LFDs in a connection. The Set ID is assigned sequentially in the daisy- chain running from 1 to 99, and then finally to Set ID 0.
Page 63: Command Retry
Command Retry This feature is used to specify the maximum number of times the MDC command will be retried in case of there being no reply or a corrupted reply from an LFD. The retry count value can be set using the MDC options window.
Page 64: Getting Started With Mdc
Getting Started with MDC To start the program, click Start Click Add to add a display device. If the connection is established via RS232C, go to Serial and specify the COM Port. Programs Samsung MDC Unified.
Page 65 If the connection is established via Ethernet, enter the IP that was entered for the display device.
Page 66: Main Screen Layout
Main Screen Layout Change the status of a display device or the properties of the program. Menu Bar View a list of connected display devices or device groups. Device Category View a list of schedules for display devices. Schedule Category Select the display device you want to adjust.
Page 67 Menus You can power on or off a selected device or change the input source or volume of the device. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Home tab. Home Select an item and change the corresponding setting. Power On: Power on a selected display.
Page 68 This menu shows a list of display devices which have following errors - fan error, temperature † error, brightness sensor error, or lamp error. Select a display device from the list. The Repair button will be enabled. Click the refresh button to refresh the error status of the display device.
Page 69: Screen Adjustment
Screen Adjustment The screen settings (contrast, brightness, etc.) can be adjusted. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Picture tab. Custom Select an item and change the corresponding screen setting. Color and Tint are not available if the input source is PC. Red, Green, Blue and PC Screen Adjustment are not available if the input source is Video.
Page 70 Options Dynamic Contrast Adjust the Dynamic Contrast for the selected display device. Gamma Control Change the gamma value for the selected display. Auto Motion Plus This option is used to view dynamic images. Off: Disable the Auto Motion Plus function. Clear: Set the level of Auto Motion Plus to clear.
Page 71 Size Picture Size Adjust the screen size for the selected display device. The Detail item will be disabled if Picture Size is set to a mode that does not support detailed configuration. The -/+ buttons can be used to adjust Zoom. The screen can be relocated using the up/down/left/right buttons.
Page 72: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment You can change the sound settings. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Sound tab. The Bass or Treble item will be disabled if the item is not supported by the selected set. Bass Adjust the bass for the selected display.
Page 73: System Setup
System Setup Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the System tab. Video Wall The Video Wall function can be used to display part of a whole picture or repeat the same picture on each of connected multiple display devices. Video Wall is enabled only when devices are in the group.
Page 74 Select the number of horizontal display devices. A maximum of 15 displays can be arranged in a row. A maximum of 6 can be assigned to V if 15 is assigned to H. Select the number of vertical display devices. A maximum of 15 displays can be arranged in a row.
Page 75 Basic information required to adjust PIP will appear in the menu screen. PIP will be disabled when Video Wall is ON. Note that Picture Size is disabled when PIP is ON. PIP Size View the PIP Size of the current display. PIP Source Select a PIP input source.
Page 76 General User Auto Color Automatically adjust the screen colors. Available only in PC mode. Auto Power Set the product to automatically power on. Standby Control Set the standby mode to activate if an input source is not detected. Fan & Temperature Configure the settings required to detect the fan speed and internal temperature for the product's protection.
Page 77 Security Safety Lock Lock the on-screen menus. To unlock the menus, set Safety Lock to Off. Button Lock Lock the buttons on the display device. To unlock the buttons, set Button Lock to Off. OSD Display Source OSD Select whether to display a message when the Source is changed. Not Optimum Mode OSD Select whether to display a message when a non-compatible mode is selected.
Page 78 Time Clock Set Change the current time on the selected display device according to the time set on a PC. If the time is not set on the display device, null values will be displayed. Timer On Time: Set the time to power on the selected display device. Off Time: Set the time to power off the selected display device.
Page 79 Once: Activate the timer only one time. † EveryDay: Activate the timer every day. † Mon~Fri: Activate the timer from Monday through Friday. † Mon~Sat: Activate the timer on Saturdays and Sundays. † Manual: Customize days of the week. † The checkboxes to select days of the week below Repeat are enabled only if Manual is selected.
Page 80 Screen Burn Protection Pixel Shift Move the screen slightly at specified time intervals to prevent screen burn-in. Screen Saver This function prevents screen burn-in when the screen of the selected display device is left idle for an extended period of time. Interval: Set the interval to activate the Screen Saver.
Page 81 The Safety Screen function can be used to prevent screen burn-in when a stationary image displays on the screen of a display device for an extended period of time. Lamp Control Lamp Control is used to adjust the backlight to reduce power consumption. Automatically adjust the backlight of the selected display device at a specified time.
Page 82 Reset Reset Picture Reset the screen settings. Reset Sound Reset the sound settings. Reset System Reset the system settings. Reset All Reset the screen, sound and system settings at the same time. Edit Column Select the items you want to display in the list of sets. Information View the program information.
Page 83: Other Functions
Other Functions Resizing a Window Place the mouse pointer on a corner of the program window. An arrow will appear. Move the arrow to customize the size of the program window.
Page 84 Group Management Creating Groups Create groups and manage the list of sets on a group basis. Duplicate group names cannot be used. Right-click and select Group>Edit in the display device list section on the left side of the program window. In the Edit Group window displayed, click Add on the sub level or Add on the same level.
Page 85 The Add on the same level button is enabled only if at least one group is created. Enter the group name. Deleting Groups Select a group name, and click Edit. In the Edit Group window displayed, click Delete. Click Yes. The group will be deleted. Renaming Groups Select a group name, and click Edit.
Page 86 Schedule Management Creating Schedules Create and register a schedule on a group basis. Click All Schedule List in the schedule section on the left side of the program window. The Add button will be enabled in the middle. Click the Add button. The Add Schedule window will appear.
Page 87 Click Add below the Device Group item, and select the group you want to add a schedule to. Select Date&Time/Action and click OK. The schedule will be added and a list of schedules will appear in the set list window. Device Group: Select a group.
Page 88: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Issue The display you want to control does not appear on the system information chart. The display you want to control does not appear on the other Control Info Grids. The following message appears repeatedly. Displays power on or off at different time from one another even though On Time or Off Time is set.
Page 89 How display properties are shown when multiple displays are used When no display is selected: The default value is displayed. When one display is selected: Settings for the selected display are displayed. When two displays are selected (e.g. in sequence of ID 1 andID 3): The settings for ID 1 are displayed before the settings for ID 3.
Page 90: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (US Only) Source List Use to select PC, HDMI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display.
Page 91 However, the picture may not display normally if you select an input source different from the actual connected input source. Note The PIP function is not available when Video Wall is On. When external AV devices such as VCRs or DVDs are connected to the LCD Display, PIP allows you to watch video from those devices in a small window super-imposed on the PC Video signal.
Page 92 • AV : PC • HDMI : PC • DisplayPort : PC Size Changes the Size of the PIP window. Position Changes the Position of the PIP window. Transparency Adjusts the Transparency of PIP windows. • High • Medium • •...
Page 93: Source Autoswitch Settings
Edit Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. VCR / DVD / Cable STB / HD STB / Satellite STB / AV Receiver / DVD Receiver / Game /Camcorder / DVD Combo / DHR / PC / DVI PC / DVI Devices Note •...
Page 94: Source Autoswitch
Source AutoSwitch When the Source AutoSwitch is On, the display video source will automatically be searched for active video. The Primary Source selection will be activated, if the current video source is not recognized. Secondary source selection will become active, if no primary video source is available. If the primary or secondary source is not recognized, the display will search again, if no active video is found the display will show the no-input-signal message.
Page 95: Secondary Source
Specify Primary Source for the automatic input source. Secondary Source Specify Secondary Source for the automatic input source. Picture [PC / DVI / DisplayPort / MagicInfo Mode] • If connected to a PC, set Edit Name to DVI PC, and enjoy video or audio content saved on the PC.
Page 96 Information Recommended for communicating exact information (e.g. public information). Advertisement Recommended for displaying advertisements (e.g. videos or indoor or outdoor ads). Custom Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference. Note •...
Page 97: Color Tone
• Mode 3 - Increases the contrast between dark and bright colors. Color Tone Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. 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 98: Color Temp
Color Temp. Color Temp. is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image Colors. Note This function is enabled when Mode is set to Custom, and Dynamic Contrast and Color Tone are 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 99: Signal Balance
The values of Fine, Coarse, Position are adjusted automatically. By changing the resolution in the control panel, the auto function is performed. Note Available in PC mode only. Signal Balance This is used to make up for the weak RGB signal transmitted by a long signal cable. Note •...
Page 100: Pip Picture
Size The Size can be switched. 16:9 PIP Picture Adjusts the PIP Screen Settings. Note • Available Modes: PIP On Contrast Adjusts the Contrast of the PIP window on the screen. Brightness Adjusts the Brightness of the PIP window on the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen.
Page 101: Dynamic Contrast
Adds a natural tone to the PIP window. Note The Tint slider is only displayed when PIP input source is HDMI or AV. Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Note This function is disabled when PIP or Energy Saving is On.
Page 102 • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (US Only) Mode The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory.
Page 103 Sharpness Adjusts the picture Sharpness. Color Adjusts the picture Color. Tint Adds a natural tone to the display. Note The tint slider is only displayed when input source is HDMI or AV. Color Tone The Color tones can be changed. The individual Color components are also user adjustable. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
Page 104 Color Temp. Color Temp. is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image Colors. Note This function is enabled when Mode is set to Custom, and Dynamic Contrast and Color Tone are Off. Size The Size can be switched. PC mode(PC, HDMI[PC Timing ]): 16:9 - 4:3 Video mode (HDMI [Video Timing], AV or Component): 16:9 - Zoom1 - Zoom2 - 4:3 - Screen Fit - Custom 16:9 - Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode.
Page 105: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)
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. Note Digital NR function is not available for all resolutions. 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 106 Film Mode calibrates unnatural pictures that may occur in a movie (which is in 24 frames). Moving subtitles may appear corrupted when this mode is enabled. (In HDMI mode, this function is available when the input signal is interlaced scan; it is not available in progressive scan.) PIP Picture Adjusts the PIP Screen Settings.
Page 107 Lamp Control Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Sound Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component •...
Page 108: Auto Volume
Selects Music when watching music videos or concerts. Movie Selects Movie when viewing movies. Speech Selects Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialog (i.e., news). Custom Selects Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to your personal preferen- ces.
Page 109: Sound Select
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 XT delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
Page 110: Sound Reset
Sound is outputted both from the Internal speaker and the External speakers, but the volume control is only available from the Internal speaker. External When sound is only outputted from the External speakers, the volume control is also only available from the External speakers. Sound Reset Reset the sound settings.
Page 111: Clock Set
Time Selects from one of 4 time settings, Clock Set, Sleep Timer, Timer, and Holiday Manage- ment. Clock Set Current Time Setting. Sleep Timer Turns the LCD Display off automatically at certain times. Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3 You can set the LCD display to automatically turn on or off at a specified time. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 112: Holiday Management
Note • Only enabled when the clock is set using the Clock Set menu. • The Manual option allows you to select a day of the week. • Holiday : When choose Apply, timer is not available on holiday; when choose Don’t apply, timer is available on holiday.
Page 113: Menu Transparency
Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. High Medium Opaque Safety Lock Change PIN The password can be changed. The preset password for the LCD Display is "0000". Note If you forgot your password, press the remote buttons INFO + EXIT + MUTE to reset the password to "0000."...
Page 114: Energy Saving
Energy Saving This feature adjusts the power consumption of the unit in order to save energy. Video Wall A Video Wall is a set of video screens connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or where the same picture is repeated on each screen. When the Video Wall is on, you can adjust the Video Wall screen setting.
Page 115: Screen Position
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. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15.
Page 116: Safety Screen
The screen can be divided into several images. A number of screens can be selected with a different layout when dividing. • Select a mode in Screen Position. • Select a display in Display Selection. • The selection will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. •...
Page 117 Vertical 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. Timer Timer 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.
Page 118 Mode You can change the Safety Screen Type. • • Eraser • Pixel Period Use this function to set the execution period for each mode set in the timer. Time Within the set period of time specify a time for execution. This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving long black and white vertical lines.
Page 119: Side Gray
Eraser This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving a rectangular pattern. Pixel This function prevents after-images by moving many pixels on the screen. Side Gray Select the brightness of the grey for the screen background. • • Light •...
Page 120: Power On Adjustment
60Hz 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 Selecting the menu is only allowed when the graphics resolution is set to 1024 x 768 @...
Page 121: Fan Control
Fan & Temperature Protects the product by detecting the fan speed and internal temperature. Fan Control Selects auto or manual for the fan speed settings. • Auto • Manual Fan Speed Setting Sets the fan speed within a range of 0 and 100. Note Enabled when Fan Control is set to Manual.
Page 122: Current Temperature
• It is best to use the product at temperatures 75 - 80°C (based on ambient temperature of 40°C). Refer to "Specifications" herein for details about operating conditions. Note It is best to set Fan Control to Auto when you change the Temperature Control setting. Current Temperature Shows the current temperature of the product.
Page 123: User Auto Color
• User Auto Color Auto Color Automatically adjusts the Colors. Reset Resets the Color settings. Note Enabled only in PC mode. Standby Control Sets the standby mode, which will be activated when no input signal is detected. • A message will read <No Signal> if no input signal is detected. •...
Page 124: Lamp Schedule
Lamp Schedule Adjusts the luminance to a user-specified value at a specified time. OSD Display Displays or hides a menu item on the screen. Source OSD • • Not Optimum Mode OSD • • No Signal OSD Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 125: Software Upgrade
• • MDC OSD • • Software Upgrade Performs a software upgrade. Connect the product to a computer via a digital signal such as DVI or HDMI. Click the BMP image file converted from an SW code. The image below will appear on the screen of the product.
Page 126: Setup Reset
Note • This only operates with a digital signal, such as in DVI, HDMI1, or HDMI2 mode. (The input resolution must be identical to the panel resolution.) • In HDMI1 and HDMI2 modes, the timing values used for both the PC and TV are only supported if the Edit Name is set to PC or DVI PC.
Page 127 Multi Control Assigns an individual ID to the SET. • 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. •...
Page 128 • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (US Only) Note • The remote control can be used to select MagicInfo. However, it is recommended to use a separate USB keyboard to utilize MagicInfo fully. •...
Page 129 Adjusting the LCD Display You can select an Application to be executed in your computer when Windows starts. 2. Select TCP/IP - step 2 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.
Page 130 Adjusting the LCD Display When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them. 4. Select Screen Type - step 4 You can select which rotation type will be applied to your device. 5. Setup Information...
Page 131 Adjusting the LCD Display 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. The icon will appear.
Page 132: 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 133: Symptoms And Recommended Actions
2) Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel). Symptoms and recommended Actions Note A LCD Display recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem with the computer or the video card, this can cause the LCD Display to become blank, have poor Coloring, become noisy, etc.
Page 134: Problems Related To The Screen
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. Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD Display is on.
Page 135: Problems Related To Audio
The screen Color is inconsistent. Adjust the Color Control option in the OSD adjustment menu. The Color image is distorted by dark shadows. Adjust the Color Control option in the OSD adjustment menu. The Color white is poor. Adjust the Color Control option in the OSD adjustment menu. The Power Indicator blinks.
Page 136 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. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) How can I adjust the resolution? Windows XP:...
Page 137: Specifications
Specifications General General Model Name LCD Panel Size Display Area Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color 16.7M (true) Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Maximum Pixel Clock 148.5MHz (Analog, Digital) Power Supply This product supports 100 - 240 V. Since the standard voltage may differ from country to country, please check the label on the back of the product.
Page 138 Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight 460MX-3, 460FP-3 1102.0 mm x 719.0 mm x 311.0 mm / 43.4 x 28.3 x 12.2 inches (With Stand) 1102.0 mm x 658.0 mm x 125.5 mm / 43.4 x 25.9 x 4.9 inches (Without Stand) 25.1 Kg / 47.4 lbs (With Network Box) 22.8 Kg / 50.3 lbs (Without Network Box)
Page 139 (USA only) Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278 - 0799 PowerSaver This LCD Display has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your LCD Display to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time.
Page 140: Preset Timing Modes
• To stop any power consumption, turn off the switch or disconnect the power cable on the back. Be sure to disconnect the power if you intend to stay away from home for many hours. • If you connect a network box (sold separately), the product will no longer be in compliance with Energy Star 5.0 specifications.
Page 141 Specifications izontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency. Unit: kHz Vertical Frequency Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user. The frequency of this repetition is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.
Page 142: For A Better Display
Information For a 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 143 Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode • 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. • Use a Screen saver if possible - Screen saver in one Color or a moving image is recommended.
Page 144 Change the characters Color periodically • Use Bright Colors with little difference in luminance. - Cycle : Change the characters Color and background Color every 30 minutes • Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement. • Have the images and logo cycle periodically. - Cycle: Display moving image together with Logo for 60 seconds after 4 hours in use.
Page 145 Information • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...
Page 146 Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A CANADA MEXICO ARGENTINA BRAZIL BOLIVIA CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA DOMINICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA...
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Page 150: Correct Disposal
Vertical Frequency Horizontal Frequency Interlace and Non-Interlace Methods Plug & Play Resolution Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (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 its electronic accessories (e.g.
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