Page 1: Lcd Display
SyncMaster 400DX-3/460DX-3 LCD Display User Manual The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property dam- age. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment.
Page 3 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 • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet.
Page 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 con- tact 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 lo- cation 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 become 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 holding the grooves on package.
Page 11 Introduction Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual (Not available in some lo- cations) Cables Power Cord D-Sub Cable Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) (Not available in some lo- cations) Sold separately Semi Stand KIT LAN Cable USB Cable Stereo Cable RGB to BNC Cable...
Page 12 Introduction Sold separately Network Box Wall Mount KIT TV Tuner Box (For South Korea and the United States only.) HDMI Cable HDMI-DVI Cable Your LCD Display Front MENU button [MENU] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
Page 13 Introduction Note • The RGB/COMPONENT IN port is compatible with RGB (PC) and Component signals. However, the picture may display abnormally if the connected external input signal is different from the selected video signal. • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (For South Korea and the United States only.) •...
Page 14 Introduction Rear Note See the "Connections" section for details about cable connections. The LCD Display's con- figuration at the back may vary slightly depending on the model. │ ] / OFF POWER S/W ON [ Switches the LCD Display On/Off. POWER The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall outlet.
Page 15 Introduction • A maximum of 100 monitors can be con- nected to DVI-Loopout (using a 2m-long DVI cable). Up to Full HD resolution can be supported. Compatible input sources include DVI IN, HDMI IN 1, and HDMI IN 2 (MagicInfo). •...
Page 16 Introduction AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO- Connect the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] port on the monitor to the audio output port on the PC or on the external de- vice using an audio cable. AV IN Connect the [AV IN] terminal of your monitor to the video output terminal of the external device using a VIDEO cable.
Page 17 Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported. Note To use MagicInfo, the network box specified separately by Samsung must be installed in- side the product and the MagicInfo output of the network box must be connected to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal.
Page 18 Introduction To lock the product, follow these steps: Wrap the Kensington lock cable around a large, stationary object such as a desk or chair. Slide the end of the cable with the lock attached through the looped end of the Kensington lock cable.
Page 19: Remote Control
Introduction Connect a headphone or an External speak- RS232C (RS232C serial port) Serial port Connecting a Network Box (sold separately) POWER Connect the [POWER] terminal of the prod- uct and the [POWER] terminal of the monitor using a power extension cable. POWER Connects to a mains socket via the power cord.
Page 20 Introduction SOURCE Number Buttons + VOL - CONTENT (HOME) MagicInfo Lite TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right / ENTER buttons RETURN The Color button / The PC/DVI/HDMI/DP selection button MagicInfo D.MENU MUTE MENU BLANK INFO EXIT LOCK Power on the product. Select a connected source device. SOURCE Power off the product.
Page 21 Introduction Adjust the volume. + VOL - Not available. CONTENT (HOME) Not available. MagicInfo Lite Quickly select frequently used functions. TOOLS - Enabled only when a TV tuner box (sold separately) is connected. Move to the upper, lower, left or right menu, or adjust an Up-Down Left-Right / EN- option's setting.
Page 22 Introduction Exit the current menu. EXIT It sets safe lock function. LOCK Dimensions Dimensions...
Page 23: Installing The Wall Mount Kit
We recommend you contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mount bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the wall mount on your own.
Page 24: Cable Connections
Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. • Samsung is not liable for product damage or per- sonal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.
Page 25 Introduction Signal Data Carrier Detect Received Data Transmitted Data Data Terminal Ready Signal Ground Data Set Ready Request to Send Clear to Send Ring Indicator • RS232C cable Connector : 9-pin D-Sub Cable : Cross cable -P1- -P1- -P2- -P2- FEMALE --------->...
Page 26: Control Codes
Introduction Control codes • Get control Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA command type • Set control Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA command Value type • commanding words command type command Value range Power Control 0x11 Volume Control 0x12 0~100 Input Source Control...
Page 27 Introduction Header command DATA DATA 1 Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x11 Power Header command DATA DATA 1 Length 0xAA 0x11 If you want to control every mechanism connected with Serial Cable regardless of its ID, set ID part to "0xFE" and send commands. At the time, each product will follow commands but it will not respond with ACK.
Page 28 Introduction • Volume Control • Function Personal Computer changes volume of TV / Monitor. • Get Volume Status Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x12 • Set Volume Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x12 Volume Volume : Volume value code to be set on TV / Monitor (0 ~ 100) •...
Page 29 Introduction Input Source : Input Source code to be set on TV / Monitor 0x14 0x1E 0x18 0x0C 0x04 S-Video 0x08 Component 0x20 MagicInfo 0x1F DVI_VIDEO 0x30 RF(TV) 0x40 0x21 HDMI1 0x22 HDMI1_PC 0x23 HDMI2 0x24 HDMI2_PC 0x25 DisplayPort Caution DVI_VIDEO, HDMI1_PC, HDMI2_PC →...
Page 30 Introduction Caution Only works with models include TV. • Get Screen Mode Status Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x18 • Set Picture Size Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x18 Screen Mode Screen Mode : Screen Mode code to be set on TV / Monitor 0x01 16 : 9 0x04...
Page 31 Introduction 0xAA 0x19 • com- DATA Header Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 mand Length Check Screen 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x19 Size Screen Size : Screen Size of TV / Monitor (Range : 0 ~ 255, Unit : Inch) • com- DATA Header Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1...
Page 32 Introduction PIP : Same as above • com- DATA Header Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check mand Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x3C ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Auto Adjustment Control (PC, BNC Only) • Function Personal Computer controls PC system screen automatically. •...
Page 33 Introduction Does not operate in MagicInfo • Get Video Wall Mode Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x5C • Set Video Wall Mode Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x5C Video Wall Mode Video Wall Mode : Video Wall Mode code to be set on TV / Monitor 1 : Full 0 : Natural •...
Page 34 Introduction • Set Safety Lock Enable / Disable Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x5D Safety Lock Safety Lock : Lock code to be set on TV / Monitor 1 : ON 0 : OFF • com- DATA Header Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1...
Page 35: 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 36: 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 37: 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. Note •...
Page 38: 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". Note AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can be connected to the LCD Display.
Page 39: 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"...
Page 40: Connecting A Dvd Player
Connections Note Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "HDMI1 / HDMI2" Connecting a DVD Player Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the LCD Display and the P , Y, P jacks on the DVD player.
Page 41: Connecting A Dtv Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box
Connections Connecting a DTV Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the LCD Display and the P , Y, P jacks on the Set Top Box. Connect a set of audio cables between the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set Top Box.
Page 42: 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 Connect the [POWER] terminal of the product and the [POWER] terminal of the installed network box using a power extension cable.
Page 43: Connecting A Lan Cable
Connections Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the LAN cable between the [LAN] port on the product and the [LAN] port on your PC. - Connection using a direct LAN cable - Connection using a cross LAN cable...
Page 44: Connecting A Usb Devices
Connections Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
Page 45: 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 46: 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 47 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. http://www.samsung.com/ Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer".
Page 48 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 49 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 50 Then click "OK" button. Note This monitor driver is certified by Microsoft, and this installation will not damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button, then click the "OK" button continually.
Page 51 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 52 Using the Software If you can see the "Digital Signature Not Found" window, then click the "Yes" button. Then click the "Finish" button and the "Close" button. ® ® Microsoft Windows Millennium Operating System Click "Start", "Setting", "Control Panel". Double click the "Display" icon. Select the "Settings"...
Page 53 Using the Software Set a Keyboard for your computer. The next screen is for setting your monitor. First of all, set a horizontal frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) Set a vertical frequency for your monitor. (You can enter the frequency directly.) Enter the model name of your monitor.
Page 54: 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 55: 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 56 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 57: 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 58: 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 59: 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 60: 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 61 If the connection is established via Ethernet, enter the IP that was entered for the display device.
Page 62: 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 63 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 64 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 65: 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 66 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 67 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 68: 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 69: 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 70 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 71 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 72 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 73 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 74 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 75 Once † EveryDay † Mon~Fri † Mon~Sat † Sat~Sun † Manual † The checkboxes to select days of the week below Repeat are enabled only if Manual is selected. Holiday Management Holiday Management allows you to prevent devices that are set to be powered on by the Timer from turning on at a specified date.
Page 76 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 77: 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 78 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 79: 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 80 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 81 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 82 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 83 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 84: 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 85 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 86: 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. (For South Korea and the United States only.) •...
Page 87 Adjusting the LCD Display TV - Activated when a TV tuner box is connected. (For South Korea and the United States only.) Note The RGB/COMPONENT IN port is compatible with RGB (PC) and Component signals. However, the picture may display abnormally if the connected external input signal is different from the selected video signal.
Page 88 Adjusting the LCD Display • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (For South Korea and the United States only.) Selects the input source for the PIP. • PC : DVI / AV / HDMI1 / HDMI2 / DisplayPort •...
Page 89: Source Autoswitch Settings
Adjusting the LCD Display • High • Medium • • Opaque Edit Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. VCR / DVD / Cable STB / HD STB / Satellite STB / AV Receiver / DVD Receiver / Game /Camcorder / DVD Combo / DHR / PC / DVI PC / DVI Devices Note •...
Page 90: Source Autoswitch
Adjusting the LCD Display • When the Source AutoSwitch selection is On, and or the Primary Source Recovery is On, the display power saving mode becomes inactive. • When Primary Source Recovery is On, only the Primary Source and Secondary Source selection are available and they are interchangeable and selectable at will.
Page 91: Primary Source
Adjusting the LCD Display Primary Source Specify Primary Source for the automatic input source. Secondary Source Specify Secondary Source for the automatic input source. Picture [PC / DVI / DisplayPort / MagicInfo Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort •...
Page 92 Adjusting the LCD Display Mode Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Information Recommended for communicating exact information (e.g. public information). Advertisement Recommended for displaying advertisements (e.g. videos or indoor or outdoor ads). Custom Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference.
Page 93: Color Tone
Adjusting the LCD Display Adjust the mid-range brightness (Gamma) for the picture. • Natural • Mode 1 Sets the picture brighter than Natural. • Mode 2 Sets the picture darker than Mode 1. • Mode 3 Increases the contrast between dark and bright colors. Color Tone Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
Page 94: Color Control
Adjusting the LCD Display Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Green Blue Color Temp. Color Temp. is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. Note This function is enabled when Mode is set to Custom, and Dynamic Contrast and Color Tone are Off.
Page 95: 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 96: 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 97: 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 AV, HDMI, or Component mode. Tint Adds a natural tone to the PIP window. Note PIP input only operates in AV, HDMI, or Component mode.
Page 98: Brightness Sensor
Adjusting the LCD Display Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor detects the ambient light intensity so that the picture brightness can automatically be adjusted. Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Picture [ AV / HDMI / Component Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort •...
Page 99 Adjusting the LCD Display The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") 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 100 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 101: 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 102: Hdmi Black Level
Adjusting the LCD Display HDMI Black Level When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in the screen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., depending on the external device connected.
Page 103 Adjusting the LCD Display Adjusts the Contrast of the PIP window on the screen. Brightness Adjusts the Brightness of the PIP window on the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen. Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast.
Page 104: Available Modes
Adjusting the LCD Display Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Sound Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (For South Korea and the United States only.) •...
Page 105: Auto Volume
Adjusting the LCD Display Selects Movie when viewing movies. Speech Selects Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialog (i.e., news). Custom Selects Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to your personal preferen- ces. Custom The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. Note •...
Page 106: Sound Select
Adjusting the LCD Display SRS TS XT SRS TS XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround XT delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
Page 107: Sound Reset
Adjusting the LCD Display External Sound is only output from the external speakers, and the volume can only be controlled for them as well. Sound Reset Reset the sound settings. Setup Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • •...
Page 108: Clock Set
Adjusting the LCD Display Clock Set Current Time Setting. Sleep Timer Turns the LCD Display off automatically at certain times. Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3 You can set the LCD display to automatically turn on or off at a specified time. Note •...
Page 109: Holiday Management
Adjusting the LCD Display • The Manual option allows you to select a day of the week. Holiday Management • You can register holidays. • Delete Selected You can delete selected holidays. Note • Only enabled when registered holidays are selected. •...
Page 110: Menu Transparency
Adjusting the LCD Display Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. High Medium Opaque Safety Lock Change PIN The password can be changed. The preset password for the LCD Display is "0000". Note If you forgot your password, press the remote buttons INFO → EXIT → MUTE to reset the password to "0000."...
Page 111: Energy Saving
Adjusting the LCD Display Energy Saving This feature adjusts the power consumption of the unit in order to save energy. Video Wall A Video Wall is a set of video screens connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or where the same picture is repeated on each screen.
Page 112: Screen Position
Adjusting the LCD Display The Format can be selected to see a divided screen. • Full Provides a full screen without any margins. • Natural Displays a natural image with the original aspect ratio intact. Horizontal Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15.
Page 113: Safety Screen
Adjusting the LCD Display The screen can be divided into several images. A number of screens can be selected with a different layout when dividing. • Select a mode in Screen Position. • Select a display in Display Selection. • The selection will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode.
Page 114 Adjusting the LCD Display Vertical Sets how many pixels the screen moves vertically. Five adjustment levels: 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Time Set the time interval for performing the horizontal or vertical movement, respectively. Timer Timer You can set the timer for Screen Burn Protection. If you start the operation to erase any residual image, the operation will be performed for the set period of time and then automatically finish.
Page 115 Adjusting the LCD Display You can change the Safety Screen Type. • • Eraser • Pixel Period Use this function to set the execution period for each mode set in the timer. Time Within the set period of time specify a time for execution. •...
Page 116: Side Gray
Adjusting the LCD Display This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving a rectangular pattern. Pixel This function prevents after-images by moving many pixels on the screen. Side Gray Select the brightness of the grey for the screen background. •...
Page 117: 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 118: Temperature Control
Adjusting the LCD Display Temperature Control Detects the product's internal temperature and specifies the desired temperature. The product is set to 77°C by default. Note • The picture will be dimmed if the temperature exceeds the specified temperature, and the product will automatically power off to prevent overheating if the temperature keeps rising.
Page 119: Button Lock
Adjusting the LCD Display 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. • • User Auto Color Auto Color Automatically adjusts the colors.
Page 120: Lamp Schedule
Adjusting the LCD Display • A message will read <No Signal> if no input signal is detected. • Power-saving mode will be activated if no input signal is detected. • Auto When no input signal is detected, - Power-saving mode will be activated if an external device is connected. - A message will read <No Signal>...
Page 121: Not Optimum Mode Osd
Adjusting the LCD Display Not Optimum Mode OSD • • No Signal OSD • • 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.
Page 122: Setup Reset
Adjusting the LCD Display Note When there are two or more BMP images, they are displayed on the screen using a slideshow. • It is recommended that the playback interval between two BMP images in the slide- show should be one second. The image extraction probability will decrease with other playback intervals.
Page 123: Multi Control
Adjusting the LCD Display Reset all the settings for the display. Multi Control Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. (For South Korea and the United States only.) •...
Page 124 Adjusting the LCD Display • IP Address : Manually enter the IP Address if IP Setting is set to Manual. • 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 •...
Page 125 Adjusting the LCD Display • Press ESC to directly go to the MagicInfo Window screen. • To setup MagicInfo on a Windows screen, a keyboard and mouse are required. • To setup MagicInfo on a Windows screen, refer to the MagicInfo Server Help. It is highly recommended not to turn off the AC power during an operation.
Page 126 Adjusting the LCD Display 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. You just do that at step 2 of MagicInfo installation. 3. Select Language - step 3 When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them.
Page 127 Adjusting the LCD Display You can select which rotation type will be applied to your device. 5. Setup Information 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.
Page 128: 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 129: Symptoms And Recommended Actions
Troubleshooting • Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable sub- stances. 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 surface.) •...
Page 130: Problems Related To The Screen
Troubleshooting Check if the signal cable between the computer and the LCD Display is securely con- nected. (Refer to Connecting a Computer) Problems related to the Screen Note Problems related to the LCD Display screen and their solutions are listed. The screen is blank and the power indicator is off.
Page 131: Problems Related To Audio
Troubleshooting The screen color is inconsistent. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. 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.
Page 132 Troubleshooting Check if a special fluorescent or neon lamp is on in the vicinity. Q & A How can I change the frequency? The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note That video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) How can I adjust the resolution? Windows XP:...
Page 133: Specifications
Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster 400DX-3 / 460DX-3 LCD Panel Size 400DX-3 40 inches (101 cm) 460DX-3 46 inches (116 cm) Display area 400DX-3 885.6 mm (H) x 498.15 mm (V) 460DX-3 1018.08 mm (H) x 572.67 mm (V)
Page 134 Specifications Dimensions (W x H x D) Without Stand 1068.0 x 620.5 x 130.0 mm / 42.1 x 24.4 x 5.1 inches 1068.0 x 620.5 x 136.0 mm / 42.1 x 24.4 x 5.4 inches (With protection glass-option) Weight With Network 400DX-3 19.3 Kg / 42.9 lbs...
Page 135 Specifications Dot Acceptable For example, the number of TFT-LCD sub pixels contained in this product are 6,220,800. Note Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. When the network box is connected This device is a Class A digital apparatus. When the network box is not connected This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
Page 136: Preset Timing Modes
Specifications State Normal Opera- Power saving Power off Power off tion mode (Power Swich) Power Indicator On (Green) Blinking Amber Power Con- 300 Watts 5 Watts 5 Watts 0 Watts sumption (With Network Box) Power Con- Rating : 230 2 Watts 1 Watts 0 Watts sumption...
Page 137 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) VESA, 1024 x 768 56.476 70.069 75.000 VESA, 1024 x 768 60.023 75.029 78.750 VESA, 1152 x 864 67.500 75.000 108.000 VESA, 1280 x 768 47.776 59.870 79.500...
Page 138: 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 139 Information Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode • Turn the power off for 4 hours after 20 hours in use • 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. •...
Page 140 Information • Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large dif- ference in luminance. Avoid using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily. Avoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey) Change the characters color periodically •...
Page 141 Information • Apply the Screen Bar function - Symptom: Horizontal / Vertical Bar with Black Color move up and down. Apply the Screen Erasing function on Product • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...
Page 142 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 http://www.samsung.com (726-7864)
Page 143 From landline & mobile : (+40) 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...
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Page 146: Correct Disposal
Appendix tance between two dots of the same color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: mm Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user. The fre- quency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.
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