Page 1 SyncMaster 320MX-3, 320MXN-3 320MP-3, 320MPN-3 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 Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. •...
Page 4 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. Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet.
Page 5 Clean When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft cloth. Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the product. • When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth.
Page 6 Do not place this product in a location exposed to moisture, dust, smoke, water, or in a car. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. When you drop the product or the case is broken, turn the power off and disconnect the power cord.
Page 7 Set a resolution and frequency appropriate to the product. • Otherwise, your eyesight may be damaged. When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high. • Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing. To avoid eyestrain, do not sit too close to the product. Take a rest for at least five (5) minutes after using the monitor for one (1) hour.
Page 8 When replacing the battery, insert it with the right polarity (+, -). • Otherwise, the battery may become damaged or it may cause fire, personal injury or damage due to leakage of the internal liquid. Use only the specified standardized batteries, and do not use a new battery and a used battery at the same time.
Page 9 Do not install the product in a location low enough for children to reach. • Otherwise, it may fall and result in personal injury. • Since the front part of the product is heavy, install the product on a level and stable surface. Do not put any heavy objects on the product.
Page 10 Introduction Package Contents Note • After unpacking the package, make sure to check the contents of the package. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product later. • If any items are missing, contact your dealer. •...
Page 11 Others (BP59-00138B) Sold separately Semi Stand KIT RGB to BNC Cable 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] (Not available in all loca-...
Page 12 • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a net- work box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. D.MENU button Opens the on-screen D.MENU.
Page 13 Power indicator Shows PowerSaver mode by blinking green. Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your LCD Display OFF when it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods. Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the LCD Display.
Page 14 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. • Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the monitor to the COMPONENT port on the external device using the RGB to COMPONENT cable.
Page 15 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3,MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the prod- uct.
Page 16 MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port Connect the LAN cable to [RJ45 MDC] on the product and LAN on the PC. To use an MDC, the MDC Program must be installed on the Go to Multi Control and select RJ45 MDC as the MDC Connection.
Page 17: Remote Control
Note 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 operating near the LCD Display, causing a malfunction due to interference with the frequency.
Page 18 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 19 Selects a connected external input source or MagicInfo SOURCE 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. DTV menu display D.MENU This button can only be used in TV mode while a TV tuner box (sold separately) is connected.
Page 20 MagicInfo User Installation Guide Note • Be sure to call an installation expert of Samsung Electronics to install the product. broadcasting type by using the DUAL button on the remote control while watching TV. Note Enabled when a TV tuner box is connected.
Page 21 The warranty becomes invalid if the product is installed by someone other than a profes- sional authorized by Samsung Electronics. • A Samsung Electronics service center can provide details. Tilt Angle and Rotation The product can be tilted up to 15 degrees from a vertical wall.
Page 22 Note A Samsung Electronics service center can provide details. 2. Embedded Mount guide <Side view> • 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.
Page 23 Introduction Mechanical Layout (320MX-3, 320MP-3) (320MXN-3, 320MPN-3) Installation VESA Bracket • When installing VESA, make sure to comply with the international VESA standards.
Page 24 • 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 Notice For securing the bracket on a wall, use only machine screws of 6 mm diameter and 8 to 12 mm length.
Page 25 • 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 26 • Make sure the wall bracket is securely fixed to the wall, or the product may not stay in place after installation. Tighten the 4 screws in step 2 (plastic hanger + screw B)to the rear holes of the product. Remove safety pin (3) and insert the 4 product holders into the corresponding bracket holes (1).
Page 27 Note You can adjust the bracket angle between -2° and 15°. 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...
Page 28 • 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 Clear to Send Ring Indicator -P1- --------->...
Page 29 command type 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 30 0 : Power OFF • 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 31 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • 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...
Page 32 com- Header mand 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.
Page 33 0xAA 0xFF Screen Mode : Same as above • 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. •...
Page 34 Header command 0xAA 0x3C • 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...
Page 35 com- Header mand 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 36 • 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 37 Connections Connecting a Computer There are several ways to connect the computer to the monitor. Choose one from the following options. Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card. • Connect the D-sub to the 15-pin, [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the back of your LCD Display and the 15 pin D-sub Port on the computer.
Page 38: Connecting Av 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 39 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 40 Connecting Using a HDMI Cable Connect an HDMI cable to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] or [HDMI IN 1] on the product and the HDMI output port on a digital device. Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "HDMI1 / HDMI2"...
Page 41 Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "HDMI1 / HDMI2" Connecting a DVD Player Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the LCD Display and the P Connect a set of audio cables between the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN (R-AUDIO-L)] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player.
Page 42 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 Connect a set of audio cables between the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN (R-AUDIO-L)] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set Top Box.
Page 43 Connecting to MAGICINFO OUT Connect the [MAGICINFO OUT] terminal and the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal on the product using the DP to HDMI cable. Note Applicable to the MXn-3, MPN-3 model only. Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the LAN cable between the [LAN] port on the product and the [LAN] port on your Note Applicable to the MXn-3, MPN-3 model only.
Page 44 Connections Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. Note Applicable to the MXn-3, MPn-3 model only.
Page 45 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 46 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 47 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 48 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 49 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 50 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 51 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 52 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 53 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 54 10. If the installation is successfully completed, the quick MDC System execution icon will appear on the desktop. MDC execution icon may not appear depending on specification of computer sys- tem or monitor. If that happens, press F5 Key. Installation Problems The installation of MDC can be affected by such factors as the video card, motherboard and the network environment.
Page 55: 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. S e r i a l MDC...
Page 56 Main Icons Remote control Safety Lock Port Selection Lamp Control Option... Dropdown Selectors Use the main icons to switch into each screen. Allows you to enable or disable the remote control signal receiving function of the display unit. Set the Safety Lock function. When setting the Lock function, you can only operate power and lock buttons on the remote control and set.
Page 57 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 58 3) Image Size 4) On Timer 5) Off Timer 2. Selects displays you want to adjust using the Select button or checkboxes. System 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.
Page 59 1) Source OSD - Sets whether the Source OSD will be displayed to indicate when the Source is changed. 2) Not Optimum Mode OSD - Sets whether the Optimum Mode OSD will be displayed to indicate if the current mode is not supported. 3) No Signal OSD - Sets whether the No Signal OSD will be displayed to indicate when there is no signal.
Page 60 • 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. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DVI. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to TV.
Page 61 S-Video - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to S-Video. Component - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to Component. MagicInfo - The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. HDMI1/HDMI2 - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to HDMI. - Switches the input source for the selected Display to DP.
Page 62 DP may not be supported depending on the product. The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. The Input source of TV works only on TV model. Image Size Control is available only for the displays for which power status is ON. Image Size TV, AV, S-Video, Component, DVI(HDCP), HDMI1, HDMI2, DTV.
Page 63 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Time Control. 1) Set clock - Set the current time for the selected display (PC Time). - To change the current time, first change the PC Time. 2) Timer - Sets up Timer1, Timer2, Timer3 and Holiday Management. 3) Shows whether Timer is activated.
Page 64 - Selects the volume when the selected monitor is turned on. 4) Source - Selects the external input source that will be displayed when the selected monitor is turned on. 5) Holiday - Applies the Holiday Management function to the Timer. 6) Repeat - Available selections include Once, EveryDay, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun, and Manual.
Page 65 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to PIP Size Control. 1) PIP Size - Shows the current PIP Size of the display in use. 2) OFF - Turns off the PIP of the selected display. 3) Large - Turns on the PIP of the selected display and changes the size to Large. 4) Small - Turns on the PIP of the selected display and changes the size to Small.
Page 66 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 67 Basic information required to adjust the Picture is displayed in the main menu. Settings for the selected monitor will be displayed if one of the connected monitors is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all monitors are selected by clicking All and Select. If a value is changed in this screen, the current mode will automatically switch to custom mode.
Page 68 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust settings is displayed. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 69 Settings Audio 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust Audio is displayed in the display window. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 70 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. 4) Position - Adjusts Position of the selected display. 5) Auto Adjustment - Self-Adjust to the incoming PC signal.
Page 71 An "Info Grid" showing several basic data items appears. 1) Maintenance - Allows the Maintenance Control function for all input sources. 2) 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. - Allows you to adjust the backlight of the selected display regardless of the time.
Page 72 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 73 1) Video Wall - A Video Wall is a set of video screens that are connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or so that the same picture is repeated on each screen. 2) Video Wall Control - Video Wall properties can be configured.
Page 74: Troubleshooting
Natural 3) Video Wall (Screen divider) - The screen can be divided into. You can select a number of screens with a different layout when dividing. Select a mode from Screen divider. Select a display from Display Selection. The place will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. The maximum number of monitors that can be arranged: Horizontal X Vertical = 100 Up to 15 monitors can be arranged in a row.
Page 75 3. Selected one display (ID1) and add another display (ID3): The program, which was displaying the settings value of ID 1, fetches and displays the value of ID3. 4. If all sets are selected at the same time by clicking All and Select, the default value will be restored.
Page 76 Connect the first display device and the PC by entering the IP address. To connect to another display device, use an RS-232C serial cable. Refer to the figure above. 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 77 Main Icons Add a Device Remote Control Safety Lock Fault Device Alert Use the main icons to switch into each screen. You can add a device by entering the IP address configured on the monitor. Allows you to enable or disable the remote control signal receiving function of the display unit. Set the Safety Lock function.
Page 78 1. Enter the IP address of the monitor to be connected and press the Add button to add the IP address. If you click the OK button, adding the monitor is completed. System 1. Click System in the main menu to open the system adjustment screen. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to System.
Page 79 2. Selects displays you want to adjust using the Select All button or checkboxes. System 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.
Page 80 1) Source OSD - Sets whether the Source OSD will be displayed to indicate when the Source is changed. 2) Not Optimum Mode OSD - Sets whether the Optimum Mode OSD will be displayed to indicate if the current mode is not supported. 3) No Signal OSD - Sets whether the No Signal OSD will be displayed to indicate when there is no signal.
Page 81 1) Select or clear all the added devices; or refresh or delete selected devices. 2) The IP Address, ID (Ethernet or Serial), Mac Address and connection status of the connected monitor is displayed. 3) It can automatically check whether DHCP IP is set and then set the IP address. 4) It can automatically or manually set and then apply the IP Address, Subnet and Gateway of the selected monitor.
Page 82 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Input Source Control. 1) PC - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to PC. 2) BNC - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to BNC. 3) DVI - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DVI. 4) TV - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to TV.
Page 83 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Image Size Control. ( Power Status) - Shows the power status of the current display. 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 and DP. 4) PC Source - Click Image Size in the main menu to display the PC, BNC, DVI and DP tabs.
Page 84 HDMI2 may not be supported depending on the product. 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) Clock Set - Set the current time for the selected display (PC Time). - To change the current time, first change the PC Time.
Page 85 1) On Time - Sets the time in hours, in minutes and as AM/PM for turning the selected monitor on. 2) Off Time - Sets the time in hours, in minutes and as AM/PM for turning the selected monitor off. 3) Volume - Selects the volume when the selected monitor is turned on.
Page 86 The Holiday Management function can be turned on or off in the Timer setup menu. The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. The Input source of TV works only on TV model. Time Control is available only for the displays for which the power status is ON. Only enabled for a TV when Source is set to TV in On Time mode.
Page 87 PIP Source 1. Click PIP of the main icons and the PIP control screen appears. 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.
Page 88 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust the Picture is displayed in the main menu. Settings for the selected monitor will be displayed if one of the connected monitors is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all monitors are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 89 Picture PC 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust settings is displayed. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 90 Setting Audio 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust Audio is displayed in the display window. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 91 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. 4) Position - Adjusts Position of the selected display. 5) Auto Adjustment - Self-Adjust to the incoming PC signal.
Page 92 An "Info Grid" showing several basic data items appears. 1) Maintenance - Allows the Maintenance Control function for all input sources. 2) 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. - Allows you to adjust the backlight of the selected display regardless of the time.
Page 93 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 94 1) Video Wall - A Video Wall is a set of video screens that are connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or so that the same picture is repeated on each screen. 2) Video Wall Control - Video Wall properties can be configured.
Page 95 Natural 3) Video Wall (Screen divider) - The screen can be divided into. You can select a number of screens with a different layout when dividing. Select a mode from Screen divider. Select a display from Display Selection. The place will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. The maximum number of monitors that can be arranged: Horizontal X Vertical = 100 Up to 15 monitors can be arranged in a row.
Page 96 2. Selected one display: Fetches and displays the settings value for the selected display. 3. Selected one display (ID1) and add another display (ID3): The program, which was displaying the settings value of ID 1, fetches and displays the value of ID3. 4.
Page 97 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product. Source List Use to select PC, HDMI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display.
Page 98 DisplayPort MagicInfo - A network box must be connected to use MagicInfo with a MX-3,MP-3 model. TV- Enabled if a TV tuner box is connected. Note The [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port is compatible with RGB (PC) and Component signals. However, the picture may display abnormally if the connected external input signal is different from the selected video signal.
Page 99 Note • PIP is disabled if the primary screen does not receive a signal. • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. • PC : DVI / AV / HDMI1 / HDMI2 / DisplayPort •...
Page 100 • Medium • • Opaque 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 101 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 102 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product.
Page 103 Mode Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. 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.
Page 104 Adjust the mid-range brightness (Gamma) for the picture. • Natural • Mode 1 Sets the picture brighter than Natural. • Mode 2 Sets the picture darker than Mode 1. • Mode 3 Increases the contrast between dark and bright colors. Color Tone Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
Page 105 Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue Color balance. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Green Blue 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.
Page 106 Position Adjusts the screen location horizontally and 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. 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.
Page 107 G-Gain B-Gain R-Offset G-Offset B-Offset 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...
Page 108 Adjusts the Brightness of the PIP window on the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen. Color Adjusts the Color of the PIP window on the screen. Note Only enabled when the PIP input source is HDMI. Tint Adds a natural tone to the PIP window.
Page 109 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product. Mode The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie"...
Page 110 Standard Movie Custom Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Contrast Adjusts the Contrast. Brightness Adjusts the Brightness. Sharpness Adjusts the picture Sharpness. Color Adjusts the picture Color.
Page 111 The Color tones can be changed. The individual Color components are also user adjustable. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Cool2 Cool1 Normal Warm1 Warm2 Note • If you set the Color Tone to Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2, the Color Temp.
Page 112 4:3 - Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode. Screen Fit - Displays the input scenes as they are without any cutoff when HDMI 720p, 1080i, 1080p signals are input. Custom - Changes the resolution to suit the user's preferences. Note •...
Page 113: Film Mode
Note For Timing which can be used for both the PC and the DTV in HDMI mode, HDMI Black Level will be activated. Film Mode Film Mode calibrates unnatural picture when watching a movie (24 frames) played on a TV (30 frames).
Page 114 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. Lamp Control Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
Page 115 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product. Mode The LCD Display has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier.
Page 116 Emphasizes low frequency audio. Treble Emphasizes high frequency audio. Balance Allows you to Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers. Auto Volume Reduces the difference in volume control between broadcasters. SRS TS XT SRS TS XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers.
Page 117 Sound Select Enable the sound of either the primary or secondary display in PIP mode. Note Available when PIP is set to On. Main Speaker Select When you use the product with it connecting to a Home Theater, turn the internal speakers off so you can listen to sound from the Home Theater's (external) speakers.
Page 118 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product. Language You can choose one of 13 languages.
Page 119 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. Note • Only enabled when the clock is set using the Clock Set menu. •...
Page 120 You can register holidays. • Delete Selected You can delete selected holidays. Note • Only enabled when registered holidays are selected. • More than one holiday can be selected and deleted. • Delete All You can delete all the registered holidays. Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD.
Page 121 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." Lock This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current settings or to prevent others from adjusting the settings.
Page 122 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. Note •...
Page 123 Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15. Note If Vertical is set to 15, the maximum value for Horizontal is 6. Vertical Sets how many parts the screen should be divided vertically. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15. Note If Horizontal is set to 15, the maximum value for Vertical is 6.
Page 124 Note This function is not available when the power is turned off. Pixel Shift Pixel Shift To prevent after-images on the screen, you can use this function to have pixels move on the LCD in the horizontal or vertical direction. •...
Page 125 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 126 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 127 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 • Dark Resolution Select When the picture is not displayed properly on the screen when setting the graphics card resolution of the computer to 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz, 1360 x 768@ 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.
Page 128 1360 X 768 1366 X 768 Note Selecting the menu is only allowed when the graphics resolution is set to 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz, 1360 x 768 @ 60Hz or 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz. Power On Adjustment Adjusts the Power On time for the screen.
Page 129 Fan Controls 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. Temperature Control Detects the product's internal temperature and specifies the desired temperature.
Page 130 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. Auto Power Enables or disables Auto Power for the product. • • Note When Auto Power is On, the product will power on automatically as soon as it is connected to power.
Page 131 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 132 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...
Page 133: 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 134: Reset All
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 135 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product. Multi Control Assigns an individual ID to the SET.
Page 136 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] on the product. • To use MagicInfo with an MX-3, MP-3 model, install inside the product a network box specified by Samsung and connect the MagicInfo output on the network box to[HDMI IN 2 (MAG- ICINFO)] on the product. Note •...
Page 137 • For drive D:, EWF is not applied. • To save Setup contents that have been changed when EWF is in the Enable state, you must Commit them. • By selecting Disable, Enable or Commit, the system is restarted. MagicInfo 1.
Page 138 Adjusting the LCD Display 3. Select Language - step 3 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.
Page 139 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 140 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 141 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 142 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 143 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 144 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 145: 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 146 VESA Mounting Interface 200.0 mm x 200.0 mm Environmental considerations Operating (With Network Box) Operating (Without Net- work Box) Storage Plug and Play Capability This LCD Display can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of the LCD Display and the computer systems will provide the best op- erating conditions and LCD Display settings.
Page 147 PowerSaverd State Power Indicator 320MXN-3, 320MPN-3 (With work Box) Power Indi- 320MX-3, cator 320MP-3 (Without Network Box) Note • The actual power consumption may be different from the indicated power consumption above if the system conditions or settings are changed. •...
Page 148 Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) VESA, 848 x 480 31.020 VESA, 1024 x 768 48.363 VESA, 1024 x 768 56.476 VESA, 1024 x 768 60.023 VESA, 1152 x 864 67.500 VESA, 1280 x 768 47.776 VESA, 1280 x 960 60.000 VESA, 1280 x 1024 63.981 VESA, 1280 x 1024...
Page 149 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 150 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 151 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 152 Information • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...
Page 153 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 CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA...
Page 154 (7267864) RUMANIA SERBIA 0700 SAMSUNG (0700 726 7864) SLOVAKIA 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 678) SWEDEN 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) http://www.samsung.com SWITZERLAND 0848 - SAMSUNG (7267864, CHF 0.08/min) 0330 SAMSUNG (7267864) ARMENIA...
Page 155 RUSSIA 8-800-555-55-55 TADJIKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 UKRAINE 0-800-502-000 UZBEKISTAN 8-10-800-500-55-500 AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 786) CHINA 400-810-5858 010-6475 1880 HONG KONG (852) 3698 - 4698 INDIA 3030 8282 1800 110011 1800 3000 8282 1800 266 8282...
Page 156 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Africa 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com 0860-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com 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'.
Page 157 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2010 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Elec- tronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. for performing multiple tasks as more image information can be shown on the screen.
Page 158 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. Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation;...

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