Page 1: Lcd Display
SyncMaster 460DR-2 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 Safety Instructions • Wipe the monitor using a soft, slightly damp cloth that has been squeezed . Do not use a cleaning agent that contains alcohol or solvents, or that is surface active. Otherwise, the exterior may discolor or crack or the panel coating may come off.
Page 4: Installation
Safety Instructions Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. • Otherwise, this may cause fire due to overheating. Do not disconnect the power cord while using the product.
Page 5 Safety Instructions 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 6 Safety Instructions If there is a strange smell or a strange sound or smoke is coming from the product, disconnect the power plug immediately and contact a Service Center. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not place this product in a location exposed to moisture, dust, smoke, water, or in a car.
Page 7 Safety Instructions When using a fixed screen for a long time, an afterimage or stain may occur. • If you are not using your product for a long period of time, put it into sleep mode or use a moving screen saver. Set a resolution and frequency appropriate to the product.
Page 8 Safety Instructions Be careful that children do not place the battery in their mouths when removed from the remote control. Place the battery in a location that children or infants cannot reach. • If children have had the battery in their mouths, consult your doctor immediately.
Page 9 Safety Instructions Be careful when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand. • This may result in personal injury as your hand or fingers may be- come caught. • Also, if you tilt the product too far, it may fall and cause personal injury.
Page 10: Checking The Contents Of The Package
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 LCD Display Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual (Not available in all loca- tions) Cables Power Cord Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) (BP59-00138B) (Not available in all loca- tions) Sold separately Wall Mount KIT RCA-Stereo Cable HDMI-DVI Cable D-Sub Cable RGB to Component Cable...
Page 12: Control Panel
Introduction Sold separately DVI Cable RS232C Cable RCA Cable Note Accessories that can be purchased with the product vary by country. Your LCD Display Control Panel MENU button [MENU] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
Page 13 Introduction PIP button Push the PIP button to turn the PIP screen On / Off. Power button [ Use this button for turning the LCD Display on and off. Brightness Sensor (Optional) Automatically detects the surrounding brightness it accordingly. Note This function is activated only on the models equipped with an auto brightness sensor.
Page 14 Introduction The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall outlet. RGB/COMPONENT IN (PC/COMPONENT 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 COMPO-...
Page 15 Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported. Note To use MagicInfo, the network box specified separately by Samsung must be installed inside the product and the MagicInfo output of the net- work box must be connected to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal.
Page 16: Remote Control
Introduction MDC, the MDC program must be installed on the Note Go to Multi Control and select RS232C MDC as the MDC Connection. Note See the "Connections" section for details about cable connections. 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 17 Introduction Turns the product Off. Used to enter the password during the OSD adjustment or to use Number Buttons MagicInfo. Not available / GUIDE button Adjusts the audio volume. + VOL - Selects a connected external input source or MagicInfo mode. SOURCE Not available D.MENU...
Page 18 Introduction Dimensions Dimensions...
Page 19: Installing The Wall Mount Kit
• Do not fasten the screws too firmly. This may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal injury. Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. • Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal...
Page 20: Cable Connections
Introduction is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions. • Do not mount the product at more than a 15 degree tilt. • Always have two people mount the product on a wall. VESA screw hole specs (A * Model Name Standard Screw Quantity...
Page 21: Control Codes
Introduction Ring Indicator • 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 •...
Page 22 Introduction command type command Value range 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.
Page 23 Introduction 0 : Power OFF • 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 24 Introduction ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Input Source Control • Function Personal Computer changes input source of TV or Monitor. • Get Input Source Status Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x14 • Set Input Source Header command DATA...
Page 25 Introduction DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Length Check 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 •...
Page 26 Introduction Screen Mode : Same as above • 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 or Monitor. •...
Page 27 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 28 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 or Monitor when Video Wall is ON. Only works with TV or Monitor where Video Wall is on.
Page 29 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 or Monitor ON / OFF. Can operate regardless of whether power is ON / OFF.
Page 30: 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 IN] port on the back of your LCD Display and the 15 pin D-sub Port on the computer.
Page 31: 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 32: Connecting To A Camcorder
Connections Connect a video cable to [AV IN] on the product and the video output port on the external device. 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". Note AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can be connected to the LCD Display.
Page 33: 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 34: 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 35: 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 36: Connecting To Magicinfo Out
Connections Connect the [POWER] terminal of the product and the [POWER] terminal of the installed network box using a power extension cable. Connect the power cord to [POWER] on the network box and mains socket. Turn on the power switch. 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 37: Connecting A Usb Devices
Connections Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
Page 38: 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 39: 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 40 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 41 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 42 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 43 "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 44 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 45 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 46 Using the Software MDC (Multiple Display Control) Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MDC Unified installation program. Note • 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.
Page 47: What Is Mdc
What is MDC? Multiple display control "MDC" is an application that allows you to easily control multiple display devices simultaneously using a PC. Connecting to MDC Using MDC via RS-232C (serial data communications standards) An RS-232C serial cable must be connected to the serial ports on the PC and monitor.
Page 48 Using MDC via Ethernet Enter the IP for the primary display device and connect the device to the PC. One display device can connect to another using an RS-232C serial cable.
Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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 53 If the connection is established via Ethernet, enter the IP that was entered for the display device.
Page 54: 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 55 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 56 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 57: Screen Adjustment
Screen Adjustment The screen settings (contrast, brightness, etc.) can be adjusted. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Picture tab. Custom Select an item and change the corresponding screen setting. Color and Tint are not available if the input source is PC. Red, Green, Blue and PC Screen Adjustment are not available if the input source is Video.
Page 58 Options Dynamic Contrast Adjust the Dynamic Contrast for the selected display device. Gamma Control Change the gamma value for the selected display. Auto Motion Plus This option is used to view dynamic images. Off: Disable the Auto Motion Plus function. Clear: Set the level of Auto Motion Plus to clear.
Page 59 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 60: 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 61: System Setup
System Setup Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the System tab. Video Wall The Video Wall function can be used to display part of a whole picture or repeat the same picture on each of connected multiple display devices. Video Wall is enabled only when devices are in the group.
Page 62 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 63 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 64 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 65 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 66 Time Clock Set Change the current time on the selected display device according to the time set on a PC. If the time is not set on the display device, null values will be displayed. Timer On Time: Set the time to power on the selected display device. Off Time: Set the time to power off the selected display device.
Page 67 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 68 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 69: Tool Settings
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 70 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 71: Other Functions
Other Functions Resizing a Window Place the mouse pointer on a corner of the program window. An arrow will appear. Move the arrow to customize the size of the program window.
Page 72 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 73 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 74 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 75 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 76: Troubleshooting Guide
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 77 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 78: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. Source List Use to select PC, HDMI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display. Use to select the screen of your choice.
Page 79 Adjusting the LCD Display Note • PIP turns off when the LCD Display is switched to an external source. • If you select in Size, Position and Transparency will not be activated. Turns the PIP Screen Off/On. • • Source Note PIP is disabled if the primary screen does not receive a signal.
Page 80: Edit Name
Adjusting the LCD Display Changes the Size of the PIP window. Note Picture > 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. • High •...
Page 81: Source Autoswitch Settings
Adjusting the LCD Display • When connecting a PC to the HDMI terminal, set Edit Name to PC. In other cases, set Edit Name to AV. However, since 640x480, 720p (1280x720), and 1080p (1920x1080) are common signals for AV and PC, make sure to set the Edit Name in accordance with the input signal. •...
Page 82: Primary Source Recovery
Adjusting the LCD Display Primary Source Recovery When Primary Source Recovery is On, only the Primary Source and Secondary Source video source selection will be searched for active video. The Primary Source will be selected if active video is found, if no video is found, the Secondary Source will be selected, if no video is found in Secondary Source again, the no-input-signal is dis- played.
Page 83 Adjusting the LCD Display • HDMI • MagicInfo Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. 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.
Page 84: Color Tone
Adjusting the LCD Display Adjusts the Sharpness. Gamma Adjust the mid-range brightness (Gamma) for the picture. • Natural • Mode1 Sets the picture brighter than Natural. • Mode2 Sets the picture darker than Mode1. • Mode3 Increases the contrast between dark and bright colors. Color Tone Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
Page 85: Color Control
Adjusting the LCD Display If you set the Color Tone to Off, the Color Control function is disabled 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.
Page 86: Auto Adjustment
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 87: Pip Picture
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 Adjusts the Brightness of the PIP window on the screen.
Page 88: Dynamic Contrast
Adjusting the LCD Display 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. Note PIP input only operates in DVI, AV, HDMI, or Component mode.
Page 89: Brightness Sensor
Adjusting the LCD Display Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor detects the surrounding light intensity and automatically optimizes the screen brightness accordingly. Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Picture [ AV / HDMI / Component Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort •...
Page 90 Adjusting the LCD Display Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Dynamic 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.
Page 91 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 92: 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. Zoom1 - Magnifies the size of the picture on the screen. Zoom2 - Magnifies the size of the picture more than Zoom 1.
Page 93: Film Mode
Adjusting the LCD Display If you use the product by connecting to a DVD player or set-top box with a DVI cable, the contrast and color may degrade and the picture may be darker. If this is the case, correct the degraded picture quality using HDMI Black Level.
Page 94 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 95 Adjusting the LCD Display Sound Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. Mode The LCD Display has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier. Standard Selects Standard for the standard factory settings.
Page 96: Auto Volume
Adjusting the LCD Display Bass 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 97: 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 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 98: Clock Set
Adjusting the LCD Display • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. 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.
Page 99: Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 •...
Page 100: Menu Transparency
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 101: Energy Saving
Adjusting the LCD Display High Medium Opaque Safety Lock Change PIN The password can be changed. The preset password for the LCD Display is "0000". Note If you forgot your password, press the remote buttons INFO → EXIT → MUTE to reset the password to "0000."...
Page 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 105 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 106 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 107: 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 108: Power On Adjustment
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 109: Fan Speed Setting
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 110: 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 111: 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 112: Lamp Schedule
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 113: 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 114: 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 product are only supported if the Edit Name is set to PC or DVI PC.
Page 115 Adjusting the LCD Display • ID Setup Assigns distinctive IDs to the SET. • ID Input Use to select the transmitter functions of the individual SET. Only a SET where the ID corresponds to the transmitter setting becomes activated. • MDC Connection Selects a port to receive the MDC inputs from.
Page 116 Adjusting the LCD Display • For MagicInfo in Device mode, moving external devices while booting may cause errors. Set up external devices only if the LCD Display turns on. • Do not unplug the LAN cable used for the network (ex: video display). Otherwise, the Program (MagicInfo) may stop.
Page 117 Adjusting the LCD Display You can select an Application to be executed in your computer when Windows starts. 2. Select TCP/IP - step 2 In step 2 of MagicInfo Setup Wizard, you don’t have to go to Network Setting on the desktop to make your settings for TCP/IP.
Page 118 Adjusting the LCD Display When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them. Note English is set as the default language. You do not need to select a language if you will be using English as the menu display language. 4.
Page 119 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 120: 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 121: 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 122: 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 123: 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 124 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 125 Troubleshooting Disconnect the power cord and then clean the LCD Display with a soft cloth, using either a cleaning solution or plain water. Do not leave any detergent or scratches on the case. Do not let any water enter the LCD Display. How can I play the video? The video supports the MPEG1 and WMV codecs only.
Page 126: Specifications
Specifications General General Model Name 460DR-2 LCD Panel Size 46.0 inch (116 cm) Display area 1018.08(H) x 572.67(V) Pixel Pitch 0.53025(H) x 0.53025(V) Synchronization Horizontal 30~81kHz Vertical 56~85Hz Display Color 16.7 M Resolution Optimum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Maximum Pixel Clock...
Page 127 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. • 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 128: Preset Timing Modes
Specifications PowerSaver State Normal Op- Power saving Power off Power off eration mode (Power But- (Power ton) Swich) Power Indicator Green blink- Amber Rating 380 Watts less than 1 W less than 1 W Power Con- sumption Typical 354 Watts Note •...
Page 129 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) VESA, 1280 x 960 60.000 60.000 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.000 VESA, 1360 x 768 47.712 60.015 85.500...
Page 130: 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 131 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 132 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 133 Information • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...
Page 134: 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) http://www.samsung.com/ca http://www.samsung.com/ca_fr (French) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Latin America...
Page 135 21 206 01 10 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)
Page 136 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 137 Appendix Asia Pacific PHILIPPINES 1-800-10-SAMSUNG http://www.samsung.com (726-7864) for PLDT 1-800-3-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for Digitel 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...
Page 138: Correct Disposal
Appendix Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user. The frequency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per second, this is regarded as 60 Hz.
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