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Samsung SyncMaster 400T Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 SyncMaster 400T...
  • Page 2 Main Page Safety Instructions Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other Introduction Unpacking Front Rear Remote Control Mechanical Lay-out Setup Connecting Your Monitor Multiple Display Control (MDC) Adjusting Your LCD Monitor User Controls User control buttons Direct-Access Features On-Screen Display OSD Functions Screen Adjustment Animation Clips Troubleshooting Check before Calling for Service...
  • Page 3 Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to equipment. Prohibited Do not disassemble Do not touch English > Main > Safety Instructions > Notational Important to read and understand at all times Disconnect the plug from the outlet Grounding to prevent an electric shock...
  • Page 4 Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other When not used for extended periods of time, set your PC to DPMS. If using a screen saver, set it to the active screen mode. Do not use a damaged or loose plug. This may cause an electric shock or fire. Do not pull the plug out by the wire nor touch the plug with wet hands.
  • Page 5 Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other English > Main > Safety Instructions > Installation Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinet. Bad ventilation may cause a breakdown or fire. Put your monitor in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. An electric shock or fire could result inside the monitor.
  • Page 6 Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft fabric. Do not spray detergent directly on the monitor. Use the recommended detergent with a smooth cloth. If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly with a dry cloth.
  • Page 7 Notational Power Installation Cleaning Other Do not remove cover(or back). No user serviceable parts inside. This may cause an electric shock or a fire. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. If your monitor does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it - unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service.
  • Page 8 Possible fire hazard. Keep power adaptor away from any other heat source. Possible fire hazard. Remove and discard vinyl bag from power adaptor before use. Possible fire hazard. Always keep power adaptor in well-ventilated area.
  • Page 9 Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, your dealer. Unpacking Front Rear Remote Control Mechanical Lay-out Power Cord Remote Control / Batteries (AAA X 2) User's Guide and Driver Installation CD English >...
  • Page 10 For detail information concerning the monitor functions, refer to Monitor. The monitor's front configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. Unpacking Front Rear Remote Control Mechanical Lay-out file://\\Ast\WWWROOT\SyncMaster400T\MANUAL\En\01_htm\03_02.htm 1 Power indicator 5 Menu button / Exit button 2 Power button 6 Up / Down Key Move button 3 Remote Control Sensor 7 Volume button / Select button...
  • Page 11 For detailed information concerning cable connections, refer to The monitor's rear configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. Unpacking Front Rear Remote Control Mechanical Lay-out English > Main > Introduction > Rear Connecting Cables under Setup. Power Connection Terminal RS232C Serial PORT : MDC(Multiful Devide Control) Program Port CVBS Video Connection /...

  • Page 12: Button Names

    For detailed information of the Remote Control Unit functions, refer to Adjusting Your Monitor > User Controls > User Control Buttons > The remote control's configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. The Remote control may function within a range of 0.23 to 33 feet (7cm to 10m) and 30 degrees to the Unpacking left and right of the monitor's Remote Control Reception sensor.
  • Page 13 1. Slide out the cover pressing part marked 2. Insert the batteries matching their polarities (+, -). 3. Slide in the cover.
  • Page 14 Monitor Head Rear Unpacking 1. Monitor Head Front Rear Remote Control Mechanical Lay-out 2. Rear 3. Speaker Speaker | Mounting Bracket English > Main > Introduction > Mechanical Lay-out...
  • Page 15 3. Speaker 4. Mounting Bracket...

  • Page 16: Connecting To A Computer

    3. Connect the audio cable for your monitor to the audio port on the back of your computer. 4. Turn on both your computer and the monitor. Contact a local Samsung Electronics 2. Connecting to a VCR English > Main > Setup > Connecting Your Monitor...

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Dvd Player

    1. AV input devices like DVDs, VCRs or Camcorders are connected to the S-Video (V1) or Video (V2) terminal of the monitor using the S-VHS or RCA cable. S-VHS or RCA cable is optional. 2. Connect the Audio (L) and Audio (R) terminals of a DVD, VCR or Camcorders to the monitor's L and R audio input terminals using audio cables.

  • Page 18: Connecting Speakers

    1. Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back of the camcorder. 2. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the camcorder and the AUDIO jacks on the Monitor. 3.
  • Page 19 1. Connect the Left, Right audio speaker cable to the external speaker output jacks on the rear of the Monitor, matching the red "+" and the black "-" ends of the cable with the diagram on the Monitor. 7. Connecting to an Audio System and Sub-woofer 1.
  • Page 20 Connecting Your Monitor Multiple Display Control (MDC) 1.Introduction A Multiple Display Control (MDC) is an application allowing various displays to be easily and simultaneously operated on a PC. RS-232C, a standard of serial communication, is used for the communication between a PC and a display.
  • Page 21 3. Install: Click SETUP.EXE, and the following screen appears and the basic files for setup are copied. The proper operation of this program is guaranteed only when it is used with Samsung Syncmaster 400T model and is not guaranteed when the user run this program with other models.
  • Page 22 3. Beginning – Main Screen Click Start > Program > Multiple Display Control to start the program. Select a set to see the volume of the selected set within the slider. Main Icons Display Selection Select Button Info Grid 1. Use the main icons to switch into each screen. 2.

  • Page 23: Power Control

    1. The Multiple Display Control uses only “Com1.” The Control does not function with any other ports. 2. To check which port is installed, go to Control Panel > System > Hardware > Device Manager > Ports. 3. If the port installed is Com2, change to Com1 in Windows 2000 (See next chapter). For all the other operating systems, the change can be made from the BIOS Setup of your PC.

  • Page 24: Input Source Control

    Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Power Control. 1) Power Status 2) Input Source 3) Aspect Ratio 4) On Timer Status 5) Off Timer Status 2. Use the Select All button or Check Box to choose a display to control. Power Control allows controlling some of the functions of the selected display.
  • Page 25 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Input Source Control. 1) Power Status - Shows the power status of the current display. 2) Input Source - Shows the Input Source currently in use. 3) PIP Control - Turns the PIP of selected display On/Off. 4) Source Change - Change Input Source of the selected display.
  • Page 26 - The Aspect Ratio Control button controls Aspect Ratio available for Video, S-Video and DVD 6) Click the DTV tab or the PC tab to control Aspect Ratio for respective Input Source. Aspect Ratio Control is available only for the displays for which power status is ON. 6.

  • Page 27: Time Control

    Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Aspect Ratio Control. 1) Click the PC tab to adjust Aspect Ratio for PC Analog and PC Digital. 2) Info Grid displays only the display having PC Analog and PC Digital as input source. 3) Adjust Aspect Ratio of the selected display one by one.
  • Page 28 8. Settings Control - Picture 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide. When Select All is selected, the default value (50) returns.
  • Page 29 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide. When Select All is selected, the default value (50) returns. If you change the value in the Settings Control screen, it switches to CUSTOM mode automatically.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    - Check if the Display Set ID is a number between 1 and 6. (Adjust using the Display menu) Note : A Display Set ID must be a value between 1 and 6. If the value is out of the range, the MDC system cannot control the display. Samsung Electronics guarantees that this program operates...

  • Page 31: Settings Value Display In Multiple Display Mode

    6. <Note> This program may malfunction due to problems in communication circuits or interference from electronic appliances nearby. 7. Go to (Samsung Electronics Web Site) or contact Samsung Electronics personnel at (phone numbers, contact info, service centers, etc.) (additional info necessary) 10.

  • Page 32: Monitor Buttons

    Introduction remote control buttons Direct-Access Features The control button configuration may vary slightly depending on the monitor model. User Controls On-Screen Monitor Buttons Display | Monitor Buttons | For more information about screen adjustment, refer to 1. Power indicator Lights up when you turn the power off. Refer to Specifications > PowerSaver. 2.
  • Page 33 Adjust the Monitor sound by selecting one of the preset factory settings (or select your personal, customized sound settings). 10 MODE button Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control. 11 EXIT button Press the menu to exit.
  • Page 34 13 Sleep button Press to select a preset time inter-val for automatic shutoff. 14 PIP button Press this button to control the PIP window. 15 V.DOLBY button 16 RESET button If your remote is not func-tioning properly, take out the bat-teries and press the reset button for about 2~3seconds.
  • Page 35 Direct-Access Features let you display Monitor Adjustment Menu by simply pressing Auto button once. User Controls Or they are used to adjust monitor functions. You need to activate functions other than Auto Adjustment On-Screen only when Auto-Access Features are off. Display 1.
  • Page 36 Characters and icons become highlighted in blue during adjustment for each menu. User Controls On-Screen PC Analog Screen Display 1. PC Analog Screen For detailed information on Screen Adjustment in the PC Analog mode, refer to Adjustment Animation Sound Allows you to control the sound characteristics. 1) Mode: Allows you to control the various aspects of the speaker sound.
  • Page 37 1) Image: PC Screen Settings • Brightness: Adjust Brightness. • Contrast: Adjust Contrast. Adjusting Screen Size( full-normal-standard) • Size: 2) Image Lock: Image Lock is used to fine tune and get the best image by removing noises that creates unstable images with jitters and shimmers.
  • Page 38 all. Picture Adjusting Display 1) Mode: Adjusting the display ambience.(Options: Dynamic, Standard, Movie and Custom ) • Contrast: Adjusting Contrast • Brightness: Adjusting Brightness Use to adjust the difference between the lightest and darkest areas on the • Sharpness: display. Use to adjust the lightness/darkness on the display.
  • Page 39 1) Mode: Adjusting display Standard, Movie and custom ambience(option:Dynamic) • Contrast: Adjusting Contrast • Brightness: Adjusting Brightness Use to adjust the difference between the lightest and darkest areas on the • Sharpness: display. Use to adjust the lightness/darkness on the display. •...

  • Page 40: Self-Test Feature Check

    Check the following items yourself before calling for service. Contact the that you cannot solve by yourself. Self-Test Feature Check Check before Dot Acceptable calling for service Problems and Solutions - Self-Test Feature Check Q & A Your monitor provides a self test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor is functioning properly.

  • Page 41: Dot Acceptable

    Clean with a soft cloth after disconnecting the power cord. Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substances, or a wet cloth. We recommend a Samsung cleansing agent is used to prevent damage to the screen. 2. Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly.

  • Page 42: Problems Related To Screen

    The following table lists possible problems and their solutions. Before calling for service, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the warranty card, contact your Check before calling for service...

  • Page 43: Problems Related To Audio

    Screen is blank and power indicator light is steady green or blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds 3. Problems related to Audio Problems related to audio signals and their solutions are listed below. Problems No sound Sound level is too low. Sound is too high pitched or too low pitched 4.
  • Page 44 Frequently asked questions are summarized here for your reference. Check before calling for service How can I change the frequency? Problems and Solutions Q & A How can I adjust the resolution? How can I set the Power Saving function? How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Question...
  • Page 45 Monitor body With speakers Weight Monitor body Environmental considerations English > Main > Specifications > General Specifications SyncMaster 400T 40.0 inch (Diagonal) 862.080 (H) x 517.248 (V) 0.6735 (H) x 0.6735 (V) a-si TFT active matrix 85/85/85/85 (L/R/U/D) 30 ~ 60 kHz...
  • Page 46 Operating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F(10°C ~ 40°C) Humidity : 10% ~ 80%, non-condensing Storage Temperature : -13°F ~113°F (-25°C ~ 45°C) Humidity : 5% ~ 95%, non-condensing Audio Characteristics Audio Input 1 RCA Jack Red(R) White(L), 0.5Vrms (-9dB) Audio Input 2 3.5Ø...
  • Page 47 This monitor is EPA ENERGY STAR used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS functionality. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product meets the ® ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. English > Main > Specifications > PowerSaver...
  • Page 48 If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjust the screen as follows. General Table 1.
  • Page 49 U.S.A. : Samsung Computer Products Customer Service 400 Valley Road, Suite 201, Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 Tel. : (973)601-6000, 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Fax. : (973)601-6001 Service Center http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ Terms BRAZIL : Regulatory Samsung Eletronica da Amazonia Ltda. Natural Color R. Prof. Manoelito de Ornellas, 303, Terro B Chacara Sto.
  • Page 50 175 SOI SUEKSA VIDHAYA SATHON SOI 12 SILOM ROAD ,SILOM,BANGRAK BANGKOK 10500 TEL : 0-2635-2567 FAX : 0-2635-2556 SOUTH AFRICA : Samsung Electronics,5 Libertas Road, Somerset Office Park, Bryanston Ext 16. Po Box 70006, Bryanston,2021, South Africa Tel : 0027-11-549-1621 Fax : 0027-11-549-1629 http://www.samsung.co.za/ UKRAINE : SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN UKRAINE 4 Glybochitska str.
  • Page 51 Tel. 01 57 47 51 00 Fax. 01 57 47 52 02 RFC: SEM950215S98 http://www.samsung.com.mx/ IMPORTADO POR: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MEXICO S.A. DE C.V. SATURNO 44 COL. NVA. INDUSTRIAL VALLEJO DEL. GUSTAVO A. MADERO C.P. 07700 MEXICO D.F. TEL. 5747-5100 RFC: SEM950215S98 EXPORTADO POR: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO.,LTD.
  • Page 52 Sync Signal Sync (Synchronized) Signals refer to the standard signals that are required to display desired colors on the monitor. They are divided into Vertical and Horizontal Sync Signals. These signals display normal color images by the set resolution and frequency. Service Center Types of Sync Signals Terms...
  • Page 53 Communications Commission. It is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock Number 004-000-00345-4. The party responsible for product compliance: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD America QA Lab of Samsung 3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA Tel) 949-975-7310...
  • Page 54 This monitor complies with SWEDAC(MPR II) recommendations for reduced electric and magnetic fields. European Notice (Europe only) Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), (92/31/EEC), (93/68/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
  • Page 55 The Natural Color S/W is the very solution for this problem. It is a color administration system developed by Samsung Electronics in association with Korea Electronics & Telecommunications Research Institute (ETRI). This system is available only for Samsung monitors and makes the color of the images on the monitor the same as the printed or scanned images.
  • Page 56 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Service Center Terms Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential Regulatory damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Natural Color Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.;...
  • Page 57 (Worldwide) http://www.samsungusa.com/monitor/ (USA) http://www.sec.co.kr/monitor/ (Korea) http://www.samsungmonitor.com.cn/ (China)

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