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  • Page 1: Lcd Display

    SyncMaster UD46A, UD55A 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 damage. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment.

  • Page 3: Installation

    Safety Instructions Do not touch the power plug with wet hands when removing or plug- ging the plug into the outlet. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock. Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded power outlet. •...
  • 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 dam- age 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 Safety Instructions 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. • Otherwise, this may result in the discoloration and distortion of the structure and the screen surface may peel off.
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions When you drop the product or the case is broken, turn the power off and disconnect the power cord. Contact a Service Center. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. If thunder or lightning is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable.
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions 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 Safety Instructions Use only the specified standardized batteries, and do not use a new battery and a used battery at the same time. • Otherwise, the batteries may be damaged or cause fire, personal in- jury or damage due to a leakage of the internal liquid. The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary refuse and must be returned for recycling purposes.

  • Page 9: Precautions When Handling The Panel

    Safety Instructions Do not put any heavy objects on the product. • This may result in personal injury and/or damage to the product. Precautions when handling the panel Do not stand the product as shown in the image. The panel is fragile and can get damaged. Lay the product down to handle it as shown in the image.

  • 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 Check the contents of the Remove the styrofoam and holding the grooves on both package.
  • Page 11 Introduction Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual (Not available in all loca- tions) Cables Power Cord D-Sub Cable Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) Holder Guide(4EA) (BP59-00138B) (Not available in all loca- (For Video Wall) / tions) Screw (8EA) Holder-Ring (4EA) / Screw (1EA)
  • Page 12 Introduction Sold separately RGB to BNC Cable RGB to Component Cable Network Box HDMI to HDMI Cable Stereo Cable AV Cable DP Cable Note Accessories that can be purchased with the product vary by country. Your LCD Display Function knob The function knob has a remote-control sensor, a light sensor and function keys.

  • Page 13: Default Location Of The Function Knob On The Display Upon Purchase

    Introduction Automatically detects the intensity of ambient light around a selected display and adjusts the screen brightness. Note It works when you use the MDC program. Power indicator Shows mode by blinking green Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions.
  • Page 14 Introduction Attaching the function knob to the display • The function knob can be attached to any screw hole on the display. • Align the screw holes of the display and function knob. Next, fasten using the screw. Note Using a screw other than the one supplied can damage the display. Detaching the function knob Hold the area marked in the Push the areas marked.
  • Page 15 Introduction • Connect a monitor to another monitor through a DVI, DVI to HDMI cable. • Connect a DVI or DVI-HDMI cable to [DVI OUT (LOOPOUT)] on the product and [DVI IN] or [HDMI IN] on another monitor. • HDMI and network signals sent via the [DVI OUT(LOOPOUT)] port are displayed on the second display which has the [DVI IN] port.
  • Page 16 Introduction Receives a signal from the Display port. Connect a DP cable to [DP IN] on the product and DP IN on another display. AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] 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 device using an audio cable.
  • Page 17 Introduction • Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported. Note The MAGICINFO OUT port must be connected to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] port. RJ 45 MDC (MDC PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port Connect the LAN cable to [RJ45 MDC] on the product and LAN on the PC.

  • Page 18: Remote Control

    Introduction Kensington Lock slot An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. The locking de- vice shape and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details. To lock the product, follow these steps: Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking de- vice to a heavy object such as a desk.
  • Page 19 Introduction POWER Number Buttons / GUIDE button + VOL - SOURCE D.MENU TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right buttons INFO The Color button and the PC/DVI/HDMI/DP selection button TTX/MIX MTS/DUAL ENTER/PRE-CH MUTE CH/P MENU RETURN EXIT MagicInfo Turns the product On. POWER Turns the product Off. Used to enter the password during the OSD adjustment or to use Number Buttons MagicInfo.
  • Page 20 Introduction 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 function does not work for this LCD Display. Use to quickly select frequently used functions. TOOLS - This function does not work for this LCD Display.

  • Page 21: Attaching The Holders

    Introduction Selects the TV mode directly. - This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed. Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the MENU adjustment menu. Returns to the previous menu. RETURN Exits from the menu screen. EXIT MagicInfo Quick Launch Button.

  • Page 22: Instructions On How To Attach The Decoration Brackets

    Introduction Instructions on how to attach the decoration brackets Decoration Decoration Screws Decoration Decoration bracket - left side bracket - right side (FH, M4*L10 x bracket - top bracket - bottom Attaching the decoration brackets For a single display For a 3x3 video wall...
  • Page 23 Introduction • To attach the decoration brackets to the sides of a video wall or Samsung UD installed, remove the stickers from the screw holes first. Note • Do not remove the stickers if you do not want to attach the decoration brackets.

  • Page 24: Embedded Mount Guide

    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. 2. Embedded Mount guide <Side view>...

  • Page 25: Floor Mount Guide

    When embedding the product in a wall, be sure there is some space behind the product for venti- lation, 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 26 Introduction Dimensions (unit:mm) UD55A...
  • Page 27 Introduction Notice • All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. • For securing the bracket on a wall, use only machine screws of 6 mm diameter and 8 to 12 mm length.

  • Page 28: Installing The Wall Mount Kit

    Contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mount bracket. Samsung Electronics is not re- sponsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the Wall mount on your own.

  • Page 29: Cable Connections

    Introduction • Do not mount the product at more than a 15 degree tilt. • Always have two people to mount the product to a wall. Model name VESA Spec.(A * B) Standard Screw Quantity UD55A 600 x 400 Caution Do not install your Wall Mount Kit while your product is turned on.

  • Page 30: Control Codes

    Introduction • RS232C cable Connector : 9-pin D-Sub Cable : Cross (reversed) cable -P1- -P1- -P2- -P2- FEMALE ---------> FEMALE <--------- ---------- • Connecting method Control codes • Get control Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA command type • Set control Header command DATA...
  • Page 31 Introduction Power control 0x11 Volume control 0x12 0~100 Input source control 0x14 Screen Mode control 0x18 Screen Size control 0x19 0~255 PIP on/off control 0x3C Auto adjustment control 0x3D Video wall Mode control 0x5C Safety Lock 0x5D - 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 32 Introduction • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x11 Power Power : Same as above • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x11 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is •...
  • Page 33 Introduction • Input Source Control • Function Personal Computer changes input source of TV / Monitor. • Get Input Source Status Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x14 • Set Input Source Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x14 Input Source Input Source : Input Source code to be set on TV / Monitor 0x14...
  • Page 34 Introduction Input 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x14 Source Input Source : Same as above • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x14 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Screen Mode Control •...
  • Page 35 Introduction • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x18 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Screen Size Control • Function Personal Computer recognizes the screen size of TV / Monitor. •...
  • Page 36 Introduction • Set the PIP ON / OFF Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x3C PIP : The PIP ON / OFF code to set for the TV or Monitor 1 : PIP ON 0 : PIP OFF • DATA Header command...
  • Page 37 Introduction Auto Ad- 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x3D justment • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x3D 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 38 Introduction DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x5C 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 39: Connecting A Computer

    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 40: 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 41: Connecting An External Monitor

    Connections Connecting an External Monitor Connect between the [DVI OUT(LOOPOUT)] port on the LCD Display and the input port on another monitor using a DVI cable. Connect between the [AUDIO OUT] port on the LCD Display and the audio input port on another monitor using a stereo cable.

  • Page 42: Connecting To A Camcorder

    Connections Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorders with a DVD disc or tape inserted. Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "AV". Connecting to a Camcorder Locate the AV output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back of the camcorder.

  • Page 43: Connecting Using A Hdmi Cable

    Connections 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" Note In HDMI mode, only PCM format audio is supported.

  • Page 44: Connecting A Dvd Player

    Connections Connecting a DVD Player Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the LCD Display and the P , Y, P jacks on the DVD player. 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 45: Connecting To An Audio System

    Connect a set of audio cables between the AUX L, R jacks on the AUDIO SYS- TEM and [AUDIO OUT] on LCD Display. Connecting a Network Box (sold separately) Note • Network boxes are sold separately. • For more information on how to purchase and install a network box, contact Samsung Electronics. Connecting the Power...

  • Page 46: Connecting To Magicinfo Out

    Connections Connect the Power terminal on the product and the Power terminal on the network box to the outlet respectively, using the power cable. Connecting to MAGICINFO OUT Connect the MAGICINFO terminal on the network box to the HDMI IN2(MAGICINFO) terminal on the product using the MAGICINFO OUT-HDMI cable.

  • Page 47: Connecting A Usb Devices

    Connections Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.

  • Page 48: 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 49: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)

    Using the Software 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 50 Note 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 51 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 52 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 53 "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 54 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 55 Using the Software Select the "Monitor" tab. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area. Choose "Specify the location of the driver". Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location...", then click "Next" button. Click the "Have Disk" button. Specify A:\(D:\driver), then click "OK"...

  • Page 56: 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 57: 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. Using MDC via Ethernet Enter the IP for the primary display device and connect the device to the PC.

  • Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 61: Getting Started With Mdc

    Getting Started with MDC To start the program, click Start Programs Samsung MDC Unified. Click Add to add a display device. If the connection is established via RS232C, go to Serial and specify the COM Port. ...
  • Page 62 If the connection is established via Ethernet, enter the IP that was entered for the display  device.

  • Page 63: 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 64 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 65 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 66: 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. ...
  • Page 67 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. ...
  • Page 68 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 69: 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 70: System Setup

    3.6.11 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 71 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 72 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 73 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 74 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 75 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. ...
  • Page 76 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 77 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 78 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 79 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 80: Other Functions

    3.6.13 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 81 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 82 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 83 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 84 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 85 Troubleshooting Guide Issue Solution The display you want to control Check the connection of the RS232C cable (check that the does not appear on the system cable is properly connected to appropriate serial port). information chart. Check that another display with a duplicate ID is not connected.
  • Page 86 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 87: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (US ONLY) • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box is connected. Source List Use to select PC, HDMI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display.
  • Page 88 Adjusting the LCD Display However, the picture may display abnormally if the connected external input signal is different from the selected video signal. 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 89 Adjusting the LCD Display • HDMI : PC • Display Port : PC Size Changes the Size of the PIP window. Note Size will be changed to 16:9 when PIP is On. Position Changes the Position of the PIP window. Transparency Adjusts the Transparency of PIP windows.

  • Page 90: Source Autoswitch Settings

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 91: Source Autoswitch

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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. Sec- ondary 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 92: Secondary Source

    Adjusting the LCD Display Specify Primary Source for the automatic input source. Secondary Source Specify Secondary Source for the automatic input source. Picture [PC / DVI / DisplayPort / MagicInfo Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • •...
  • Page 93 Adjusting the LCD Display 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 • By adjusting the picture using the Custom function, MagicBright will change to Custom mode. •...

  • Page 94: Color Tone

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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. If you set the Color Tone to Off, the Color Control function is disabled Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance.

  • Page 95: Image Lock

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note • Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. • This function is only enabled if the Color Tone is set to Off. Image Lock Image Lock is used to fine-tune and get the best image by removing noise that creates unstable images with jitters and shakiness.

  • Page 96: Signal Control

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note • Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. • Available in PC mode only. Signal Balance Selects either On or Off with the signal balance. Signal Control Note Available when Signal Balance is set to On. R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain...

  • Page 97: Hdmi Black Level

    Adjusting the LCD Display Size The Size can be switched. 16:9 HDMI Black Level When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your product via HDMI or DVI port, 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 98: Dynamic Contrast

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 PIP input only operates in DVI, AV, HDMI, or Component mode. Tint Adds a natural tone to the PIP window.

  • Page 99: Uniformity Enhancer

    Adjusting the LCD Display Uniformity Enhancer Make the screen brightness even throughout the whole screen. Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Picture [ AV / HDMI / Component / TV Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • •...
  • Page 100 Adjusting the LCD Display The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Cus- tom") that are preset at the factory. Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom can be activated. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Dynamic Standard Movie...
  • Page 101 Adjusting the LCD Display 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. Cool2 Cool1 Normal Warm1 Warm2 Note If you set the Color Tone to Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2, the Color Temp. function is disabled.

  • Page 102: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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. Zoom 1 - Magnifies the size of the picture on the screen. Zoom 2 - Magnifies the size of the picture more than Zoom 1.

  • Page 103: Film Mode

    Adjusting the LCD Display etc., depending on the external device connected. In this case, adjust the screen quality of your product by configuring the HDMI Black Level. Normal Note For Timing which can be used for both the PC and the DTV in HDMI and DTV mode, HDMI Black Level will be activated.
  • Page 104 Adjusting the LCD Display Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen. Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Note Disabled when PIP is set to On. Lamp Control Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption.
  • Page 105 Adjusting the LCD Display Sound Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (US ONLY) • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box is connected. Mode The LCD Display has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier.

  • Page 106: Auto Volume

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note • You can hear the sound even when sound value is set to 0. • If you adjust sound using Custom function, Mode will turn to Custom mode. Bass Emphasizes low frequency audio. Treble Emphasizes high frequency audio. Balance Allows you to Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers.

  • Page 107: Sound Select

    Adjusting the LCD Display Sound Select Enable the sound of either the primary or secondary display in PIP mode. Note Available when PIP is set to On. Main Sound Reset Reset the sound settings. Setup Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort •...

  • Page 108: Clock Set

    Adjusting the LCD Display Language You can choose one of 14 languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. Time Clock Set, Sleep Timer, Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3, and Holiday Management can be set. Clock Set Current Time Setting.

  • Page 109: Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3

    Adjusting the LCD Display Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3 You can set the LCD display to automatically turn on or off at a specified time. Note • Hoilday : select Apply to disable the timer on holidays and Don't Apply to enable the timer on holidays.

  • Page 110: Menu Transparency

    Adjusting the LCD Display • 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 111: Energy Saving

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 112: Video Wall

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 113: Screen Position

    Adjusting the LCD Display Horizontal 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.

  • Page 114: Safety Screen

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note When more than four displays are connected, we recommend a resolution of XGA (1024*768) or greater to prevent any picture degradation. Safety Screen The Safety Screen function is used to prevent afterimages that may appear when a still picture is displayed on the screen over a long time.
  • Page 115 Adjusting the LCD Display 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 116 Adjusting the LCD Display 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. • Mode - Bar, Eraser, Pixel : 10~50 sec This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving long black and white vertical lines.

  • Page 117: Side Gray

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 118: Power On Adjustment

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 119: Fan Control (Ud46A Model Only)

    Adjusting the LCD Display Fan Control (UD46A model Only) Selects auto or manual for the fan speed settings. • Auto • Manual Fan Speed Setting(UD46A model Only) 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 120: Current Temperature

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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. Button Lock Locks or unlocks the monitor control buttons on the product.

  • Page 121: User Auto Color

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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. •...

  • Page 122: Osd Display

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 123: Software Upgrade

    Adjusting the LCD Display • • 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. While a BMP image onto which the software code has been converted is displayed on the screen, select Software Upgrade.

  • Page 124: Setup Reset

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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 125: Mdc Connection

    Adjusting the LCD Display ID Setup Assigns an individual ID 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. MDC Connection Selects a port to receive the MDC inputs from.
  • Page 126 Adjusting the LCD Display - Subnet Mask : Manually enter the Subnet Mask if IP Setting is set to Manual. - Gateway : Manually enter the Gateway if IP Setting is set to Manual. MagicInfo Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort •...
  • Page 127 Adjusting the LCD Display It is highly recommended not to turn off the AC power during an operation. • For pivoted LCD Displays, ticker transparency is not supported. • For pivoted LCD Displays, a screen resolution of up to 720*480(SD) is supported for movies. •...
  • Page 128 Adjusting the LCD Display When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them. Select Screen Type - step 4 You can select which rotation type will be applied to your device. Setup Information Shows the settings that have been selected by the user.
  • Page 129 Adjusting the LCD Display 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 130: 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 131: Symptoms And Recommended Actions

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

  • Page 132: Problems Related To The Screen

    Troubleshooting (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. (Refer to the Connecting a Computer) "No Signal"...

  • Page 133: Problems Related To Audio

    Troubleshooting The color image is distorted by dark shadows. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color white is poor. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The Power Indicator blinks. The LCD Display is currently saving the changes made in the settings to the OSD memory. The screen is blank and the power indicator light blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds.
  • Page 134 Troubleshooting 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: Control Panel →...

  • Page 135: Specifications

    Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster UD46A SyncMaster UD55A LCD Panel Size 46 inch / 116cm 55 inch / 138 cm Display area 1018.0mm(H) x 572.6mm(V) 1209.6 mm (H) x 680.4 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical...
  • Page 136 Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. • Attaching a Samsung ID (videowall kit) will increase the weight of an LFD by 1.6 kg. Note Due to the nature of the manufacturing of this product, approximately 1 pixel per million (1ppm) may appear brighter or darker on the panel.

  • Page 137: Preset Timing Modes

    Specifications PowerSaver UD46A State Normal Op- Power saving Power off Power off eration mode (Power Swich) Power Indicator Blinking Amber Power Consumption 220 Watts Less than 1 Less than 1 0 Watts Watts Watts (Typical) UD55A State Normal Op- Power saving Power off Power off eration...
  • Page 138 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) VESA, 800 x 600 35.156 56.250 36.000 VESA, 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 VESA, 800 x 600 48.077 72.188 50.000 VESA, 800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500...

  • Page 139: 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 140 Information 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 recom- mended.
  • Page 141 Information 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 142 Information • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...

  • Page 143: Contact Samsung Worldwide

    Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Note If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. North America U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com/ca www.samsung.com/ca_fr (French) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Latin America...
  • Page 144 SERBIA 0700 SAMSUNG (0700 726 http://www.samsung.com 7864) SLOVAKIA 0800 - SAMSUNG (0800-726 http://www.samsung.com 786) SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 http://www.samsung.com 678) SWEDEN 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) http://www.samsung.com SWITZERLAND 0848 - SAMSUNG (7267864, http://www.samsung.com/ch CHF 0.08/min) http://www.samsung.com/...
  • Page 145 BELARUS 810-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com MOLDOVA 00-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com Asia Pacific AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 http://www.samsung.com 786) CHINA 400-810-5858 http://www.samsung.com HONG KONG (852) 3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk http://www.samsung.com/ hk_en/ INDIA 1800 1100 11 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 146 Appendix Asia Pacific 1-800-8-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for Globe 02-5805777 SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com THAILAND 1800-29-3232 http://www.samsung.com 02-689-3232 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com 0266-026-066 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com Middle East IRAN 021-8255 http://www.samsung.com OMAN 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com KUWAIT 183-2255 http://www.samsung.com BAHRAIN 8000-4726 http://www.samsung.com...

  • Page 147: Correct Disposal

    Appendix Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per second, this is regarded as 60 Hz. Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal Cycle. The in- verse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal Fre- quency.
  • Page 148 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or con- sequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

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