Page 1 SyncMaster 400DXn / 460DXn Model Select Language Install Programs PDF Manuals Registration Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Adjusting the LCD Display Troubleshooting Specifications Information Appendix © 2007 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Page 2 Safety Instructions Notational Power Installation Clean Others Introduction The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are Connections subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. Using the Software Safety Instructions Adjusting the LCD Display Troubleshooting...
Page 3 Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. An improper ground may cause electric shock or equipment damage.(Class l Equipment only.) Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come loose. A bad connection may cause fire. Do not excessively bend the plug and wire nor place heavy objects upon them, which could cause damage.
Page 4 Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your LCD Display. Place your LCD Display in a location with low humidity and a minimum of dust. Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire inside the LCD Display. Do not drop the LCD Display when moving it.
Page 5 Put down the LCD Display carefully. Failing to do so may damage the LCD Display. Do not place the LCD Display face down. This may damage the TFT-LCD surface. The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional.
Page 6 If the connector between the plug and the pin is dusty or dirty, clean it properly using a dry cloth. A dirty connector may cause electric shock or fire. Make sure to unplug the power cord before cleaning the product. Otherwise, this may cause electric shock or fire.
Page 7 Do not try to move the LCD Display by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. This may cause a breakdown, electric shock or fire due to damage to the cable. Do not move the LCD Display right or left by pulling only the wire or the signal cable.
Page 8 outlet and contact the Service Center. When viewing a fixed screen for an extended period of time, residual image or blurriness may appear. Change the mode to energy saving mode or set a screensaver to a changing picture when away from the LCD Display for an extended period of time.
Page 9 Place the product out of children’s reach, as they could damage by hanging onto it. A falling product may cause injury to the person or even fatality. When not using the product for an extended period of time, keep the product unplugged.
Page 11 Safety Instructions Introduction Package Contents Your LCD Display Machanical Layout Connections The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are Using the Software subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. Adjusting the LCD Display Troubleshooting Introduction...
Page 12 Batteries (AAA X 2) Remote Control (Not available in all locations) BNC to RCA Semi Stand Adaptor Jack USB Holder & Screw (1EA) Sold separately Wall Mount KIT Speaker Set BNC Cable LAN Cable Front MENU Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the adjustment menu. Cover-Hole Screw: 4 EA DVI Cable...
Page 13 Navigate buttons (Up-Down buttons) Moves from one menu item to another vertically or adjusts selected menu values. Adjust buttons (Left-Right buttons)/ Volume buttons Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected menu values. Adjusts the audio volume. ENTER Activates a highlighted menu item.
Page 14 POWER S/W ON [ | ] / OFF [O] Switches the LCD Display On/Off. POWER IN The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall plug. REMOTE OUT/IN You can use a wired remote control by connecting it to your monitor. RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port DVI / PC / HDMI IN [PC/DVI/BNC AUDIO...
Page 15 Note • The number of LCD Displays that can be connected to loopout may differ depending on the cables, signal source etc. With cables where there is no degradation or signal source, up to ten LCD Displays can be connected. Note •...
Page 16 ON / OFF Turns the LCD Display On/Off. MAGICNET MagicNet Quick Launch Button. MDC Quick Launch Button. LOCK Activates or deactivates all function keys on both the remote control and the LCD Display except for the Power and LOCK buttons. MagicNet buttons Used for MagicNet.
Page 17 P.MODE When you press this button, current picture mode is displayed on the lower center of the screen. AV / S-Video / Component : P.MODE The Monitor has four automatic picture settings that are preset at the factory. Then push button again to circle through available preconfigured modes. ( Dynamic →...
Page 18 The image in the PIP window will appear on the main screen, and the main screen image will appear in the PIP window. SIZE Switches the PIP Picture Size. Rewind STOP Stop PLAY / PAUSE Play/Pause Fast forward © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 19 Monitor Head Stand 1. Mechanical Layout PROTECTION GLASS + NETWORK MODEL SIZE Weight 25.0 kg (with Basic Stand) 30.5 kg (with Basic Stand / option protection glass) Package SyncMaster 400DXn Speaker Installation VESA Bracket Wall Bracket Installation NETWORK MODEL SIZE...
Page 20 28.5 kg (with Basic Stand) 34.0 kg (with Basic Stand / option protection glass) 2. Monitor Head NETWORK MODEL SIZE PROTECTION GLASS + NETWORK MODEL SIZE 3. Stand...
Page 21 4. Speaker...
Page 22: Installation Vesa Bracket
After your order is placed, installation professionals will visit you and install the bracket. At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Monitor. Samsung is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion. Dimensions...
Page 23: Wall Bracket Installation
6. Wall Bracket Installation Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer. This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
Page 24 To mount the product on the wall bracket The shape of the product may vary depending on the model. (The assemblies of the plastic hanger and the screw are the same) Check the installation diagram and mark the drill points on the wall. Use the 5.0 mm bit to drill holes deeper than 35 mm.
Page 25 1. Mount the product on the wall bracket and make sure it is properly fixed to the left and right plastic hangers. 2. Be careful when installing the product on the bracket as fingers can be caught in the holes. 3.
Page 26 Mechanical Layout Monitor Head Stand 1. Mechanical Layout PROTECTION GLASS + NETWORK MODEL SIZE Weight 31.30 kg (with Basic Stand) 36.1 kg (with Basic Stand / option protection glass) Package SyncMaster 460DXn Speaker Installation VESA Bracket Wall Bracket Installation NETWORK MODEL SIZE...
Page 27 37.6 kg (with Basic Stand) 42.4 kg (with Basic Stand / option protection glass) 2. Monitor Head NETWORK MODEL SIZE PROTECTION GLASS + NETWORK MODEL SIZE 3. Stand...
Page 28 4. Speaker...
Page 29 After your order is placed, installation professionals will visit you and install the bracket. At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Monitor. Samsung is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion. Dimensions...
Page 30: Wall Bracket Assembly
6. Wall Bracket Installation Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer. This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
Page 31 To mount the product on the wall bracket The shape of the product may vary depending on the model. (The assemblies of the plastic hanger and the screw are the same) Check the installation diagram and mark the drill points on the wall. Use the 5.0 mm bit to drill holes deeper than 35 mm.
Page 32 1. Mount the product on the wall bracket and make sure it is properly fixed to the left and right plastic hangers. 2. Be careful when installing the product on the bracket as fingers can be caught in the holes. 3.
Page 33 Note • Only the supplied bolts should be used. Caution Samsung Electronics will not be responsible for damages caused by using a base other than those specified. Installing the Semi Stand To protect your product, a Cover Hole is included as an accessory. This protects the hole at the bottom of the monitor where the stand is inserted.
Page 34 Using a Power cord with Earth In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power. When un-wiring the earth lead, make sure to disconnect the AC power in advance.
Page 35 • Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display. Note • The DVI cable or BNC cable is optional. Contact a local Samsung Electronics Service Center Connecting a VCR AV input devices such as VCRs or Camcorders are connected via the AV IN [VIDEO] or AV IN [S-VIDEO] of the LCD Display using an S-VHS or BNC cable.
Page 36 Connect a set of audio cables between the COMPONENT AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player. Connect a Component cable between the BNC/COMPONENT IN - P the P , Y, P jacks on the DVD player.
Page 37 • The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If not, check your local electronics store.) If your camcorder is stereo, you need to connect a set of two cables. Connecting a DTV Set Top Box Note •...
Page 38 Note • Connect the speaker connection cable between the speaker connection jack on the back of the SET and the speaker connection jack on the back of the speaker. Note • Do not move the SET while the SET is connected to the speakers. The speaker-bracket for connecting the SET speaker my become damaged.
Page 39 Note • You can control your monitor by allowing it to receive the remote control signals of other devices through the REMOTE OUT terminal. • You can control a device by allowing it to receive remote control signals from other devices through the REMOTE IN terminal.
Page 40 Connect the LAN cable. Connecting a USB device You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. Using a USB Holder When using a small external device such as a portable memory stick and it is connected to the USB terminal at the back of your monitor, it is exposed to the possiblity of theft or loss.
Page 41 Insert a screw into the groove aligned in step [2], and fasten it. Align with and use a screw to fix them. at the back of your monitor. at the back of your monitor. at the back of your monitor. © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 42 Insert a screw into the groove aligned in step [2], and fasten it. Align with and use a screw to fix them. at the back of your monitor. at the back of your monitor. at the back of your monitor. © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 43 Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Installation MagicNet MagicNet The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. Adjusting the LCD Display Troubleshooting Using the Software Specifications...
Page 44 Choose a folder to install the MagicNet program. Click "Install." The "Installation Status" window appears.
Page 45 When the installation is complete, the MagicNet executable icon appears on your desktop. Double-click the icon to start the program. System Requirements Minimum P1.8 256M Recommended P3.0Ghz 512M Ethernet Application Windows XP 100M/1G Windows 2000 WMP 9 or later (Service Pack 4) © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Right Reserved...
Page 46 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message What is MagicNet? MagicNet uses an Ethernet network for servers and monitors, and transfers media files (image files, music files, and movies) and office files (HTML, PDF) from the server to the monitors over the network.
Page 47 schedules. 5. Instants message → You can display a message on selected monitors regardless of schedules. 6. MDC and System → The MDC and System functions allow you to control, view the status of, and diagnose monitors. 7. VNC → The VNC function allows you to connect to a monitor remotely and view the status of and control and diagnose it.
Page 48 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Using MagicNet Running MagicNet 1. Click Programs -> MagicNetPro -> MagicNetPro. 2. When MagicNetPro runs, select Log In from the File menu. 3. Enter the user name and password and click OK. If you log in for the first time, select 'Administrator' as enter the user name and the password you set when installing the program.
Page 49 2. Configure the Network Connection settings In the General tab. Enter the server name on the monitor identical to the name of the server. To change the server name, double-click the Value field of the Server Name item. 3. If there is more than one network card in the server, select a network card in the Network Device item.
Page 50 File Sub-Menus Registering a Library 1. Select Library from the File menu to open the Library View. 2. Select a photo file, music file, movie file, document, or Flash file etc. on the server. 3. Right-click on the selected file and select Send To Library from the displayed menu to register it to the library.
Page 51 Registering a Screen 1. Select Screen from the File menu to open a Screen View. 2. Right-click on the background view. Click on the Area and click either Photo, Movie, Flash, Web, Text, or Source from the displayed menu. 3. When the mouse pointer changes to the crosshair (+) icon, drag it to the Edit View to set the area for the file to be displayed.
Page 52 2. Select the monitors to which the schedule is to be registered in the Tree View at the left. The Operating Mode of the selected monitors must be set to Schedule if they can display the schedule registered on the server. 3.
Page 53 4. To display the message on the selected monitors, click the Send Message icon in the toolbar under the menu bar. To hide the message which will be displayed on the selected monitors, click the Stop Message icon in the toolbar.
Page 54 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Library File Menu Library / Screen / Schedule / Remote Management / Message Creates a view or selects a created view for each menu item so that you can perform a screen schedule and have basic control over the monitors from the server. Close Closes the screen view you are working in.
Page 55 Synchronize Synchronizes the library files of the main server with the files of the content server. Option Changes the server settings. For more information, refer to the Options section. Library Tree View List View Output View Tree View All the folders under My Computer on the Windows Desktop, library, screen, and content server are displayed in a tree view.
Page 56 view in the right pane. Exploring Normal Files Exploring Libraries Exploring Screen Files Exploring Content Servers Exploring Normal Files Displays all the folders in the computer on which a server is installed in a tree view. Function: If you select a folder below the Desktop, its subfolders and the files that you can register to a library are displayed in the list view in the right pane.
Page 57 Exploring Content Servers Displays the management folders for the content servers in a tree view. Function: If you select a folder, its subfolders and a list of content servers are displayed in the list view in the right pane. Hot Key F2 key: Renames the selected folder.
Page 58 Open: If you click Open for a folder, you are moved to that folder. If you click Open for a file, the file is run. Send To Library: If you click Send To Library for the selected files, they are registered to the library.
Page 59 Open: If you click Open for a folder, you are moved to that folder. If you click Open for a file, the file is run. Send To Library: Moves the selected library files to the topmost folder for each content item.
Page 60 Displays the subfolders and files under the selected folder. Function: Double-Click Double-click to move to the upper folder. Double-click to move to that lower folder. Drag & Drop If you drag and drop screen files to a screen folder in the tree view or the list view, they are moved to that folder.
Page 61 Cut: Cuts the selected screen files to the clipboard so that you can paste them to another location. However, this menu item is deactivated when a folder is selected. Delete: Deletes the selected screen files and folders. However, if the selection includes ".."...
Page 62 F2 key: Renames the selected folder. However, you cannot rename a file. Delete key: Deletes the selected folders, subfolders, and screen files. Ctrl + X keys: Cuts the selected screen files to the clipboard so that you can paste them to another location.
Page 63 1) Mac Address: The MAC address of the selected content server. You can edit this. 2) Server Name: The server name of the selected content server. You can edit this. 3) IP Address: The IP address of the selected content server. You cannot edit this. * The IP address is displayed if the content server is connected at least once.
Page 64 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Screen File Menu Library / Screen / Schedule / Remote Management / Message Creates a view or selects a created view for each menu item so that you can perform a screen schedule and performs basic control for the monitors from the server. Create Workspace Creates a new screen view to design more than one screen view.
Page 65 Administrator: Has privileges for all server functions. User: Has privileges for all server functions except for changing server options and user account features. Exit Exits the program. If there are any unsaved changes, a new window is displayed so that you can save them.
Page 66 Screen Tree View Edit View List View Tree View A tree is created in accordance with the order of the areas created in the Edit View. You can check the area currently selected in the Edit View using the Tree View. If you select a property of an area, the detailed property information is displayed in the List View.
Page 67 You cannot preview the office files for the source and background. Background This is for configuring the background for all screens. The background consists of the Area, Screen, Music, and Effect functions. If a color or photo is used as the background, you can freely place other areas such as a movie and text on the background to compose a varied screen.
Page 68 Resolution: Changes the resolution for the background. You can add a new resolution and set the default resolution using the Options menu. Start Time, Stop Time, Duration: Sets the playing time of the background in minutes. The playing time of the background changes to that of the screen. It cannot be less than the playing time of the area contained in the background.
Page 69 Changes the detailed properties and transfer mode for the selected file of each type. Transfer Mode: Changes the mode in which the selected file is transferred to the monitor. Download: Downloads the file to the monitor and plays it. Stream: Streams the file to the monitor. Context Menu: Add, Delete, Up, Down: Adds and deletes a file and changes the playing order.
Page 70 Effect: Selects the type of effect to be applied when the background is created. None: No effect is used. Slide: The background is created while it is moving. Block: The background is created with blocks. Fade In: The background fades in when it is created. Effect Speed: Adjusts the speed of an effect being created.
Page 71 Area Name: Changes the area name. You cannot use a name already used for another area name. Lock Position: Locks the position of the area. Left, Top, Width, Height: Changes the position and size of the area. The area positions must be within the background and the area size cannot be larger than the background size.
Page 72 Background Type: Sets the background type (Color, Picture File) for the Photo area. Color: Selects the color when the background type for the Photo area is set to Color. Transparency: Selects the degree of transparency when the background type for the Photo area is set to Color.
Page 73 Changes the detailed properties and the transfer mode for the selected file of each type. Transfer Mode: Changes the mode in which the selected file is transferred to the monitor. Download: Downloads the file to the monitor and plays it. Stream: Streams the file to the monitor.
Page 74 This function is for configuring screens using movie files and consists of Area, Screen, Background, Effect functions. The Area function allows you to set the position where the movie is played and when and for how long it is played. The Screen function allows you to select the movie file and how to play it.
Page 75 Movie File: Selects the movie file to be played in the Movie area. Aspect Ratio: Selects the aspect ratio for the movie file to be played in the Movie area. Full: The movie file is enlarged or reduced to fit the entire background. Original: The movie file is displayed at the original size.
Page 76 File. Only one picture file can be selected in the Movie area. Picture Aspect Ratio: Selects the aspect ratio for the photo file to be played in the Movie area when the background type of the Movie area is set to Picture File. Full: The photo file is enlarged or reduced to fit the entire background.
Page 77 Effect: Selects the type of effect to be applied when the Movie area is created. None: No effect is used. Slide: The Movie area is created while it is moving. Block: The Movie area is created with blocks. Fade In: The Movie area fades in when it is created. Effect Speed: Adjusts the speed of an effect being created.
Page 78 Name: Changes the area name. You cannot use a name already used for another area name. Lock Position: Locks the position of the area. Left, Top, Width, Height: Changes the position and size of the area. The area positions must be within the background and the area size cannot be larger than the background size.
Page 79 Type: Sets the background type (Color, Picture File) for the Flash area. Color: Selects the color when the background type for the Flash area is set to Color. Transparency: Selects the degree of transparency when the background type for the Flash area is set to Color.
Page 80 Changes the detailed properties and the transfer mode for the selected file of each type. Transfer Mode: Changes the mode in which the selected file is transferred to the monitor. Download: Downloads the file to the monitor and plays it. Stream: Streams to the monitor.
Page 81 This function is for configuring screens by connecting website files and consists of the Area, Screen, Background and Effect functions. The Area function allows you to set the position of the webpage and when and for how long it is displayed. The Screen function allows you to set the website file to connect to and the location of the web page.
Page 82 Website: Sets a web page to display in the Web area. Only one URL can be selected in the Web Area. Refresh: Sets the refresh time for the URL displayed in the Web area. Input Enable: You can input using the mouse in the Web area. Offset Left /Top / Right / Bottom: Moves the position of the web page in the Web area.
Page 83 Full: The photo file is enlarged or reduced to fit the entire background. Original: The photo file is displayed at the original size. Auto: The photo file is enlarged or reduced to fit the entire background and keeps the original aspect ratio. Tile: The photo file is tiled continuously across the entire background.
Page 84 Effect: Selects the type of effect to be applied when the Web area is created. None: No effect is used. Slide: The Web area is created while it is moving. Block: The Web area is created with blocks. Fade In: The Web area fades in when it is created. Effect Speed: Adjusts the speed of an effect being created.
Page 85 Name: Changes the area name. You cannot use a name already used for another area name. Lock Position: Locks the position of the area. Left, Top, Width, Height: Changes the position and size of the area. The area positions must be within the background and the area size cannot be larger than the background size.
Page 86 the Text area. The font type shows the font of the computer where the server is operating. The same font should be installed in the monitor so that the monitor can display the same font. Align Horizontal, Vertical: Aligns the text in the Text area. Background Type: Sets the background type (Color) for the Text area.
Page 87 Changes the detailed properties and the transfer mode for the selected file of each type. Transfer Mode: Changes the mode in which the selected file is transferred to the monitor. Download: Downloads the file to the monitor and plays it. Stream: Streams the file to the monitor.
Page 88 Area Name: Changes the area name. You cannot use a name already used for another area name. Lock Position: Locks the position of the area. Left, Top, Width, Height: Changes the position and size of the area. The area positions must be within the background and the area size cannot be larger than the background size.
Page 89 (TV: General broadcasting channel range - 2~69, Cable broadcasting channel range 1, 14~135) (DTV : Main channel range - 0 to 999, Sub channel range - 0 to 999) Edit View This view is used for screen design and allows you to create, move and change the size of an area using your mouse.
Page 90 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Schedule File Menu Library / Screen / Schedule / Remote Management / Message Creates a view or selects a created view for each menu item so that you can perform a screen schedule and performs basic control for the monitors from the server. Save Saves all the schedule information currently configured in the EPG view in the database.
Page 91 Tool Menu Undo / Redo Cancels the previously performed command or performs the canceled command again. You can change the maximum number of commands that you can undo using the Option menu. Adds the screen you wish to schedule after selecting a monitor and time by clicking in the EPG window.
Page 92 Tree View EPG View List View Publish View Tree View Displays the connection state of the monitors currently connected to the server depending on the monitor icon. You can also efficiently manage the monitors by creating network groups. You can move a networked monitor by dragging and dropping it into a group.
Page 93 Network: A monitor which is connected to the server over a network. New Group: Creates a new group that can include some networked monitors. You can drag and drop a networked monitor to a group. Copy/Paste: Copies all the schedules configured on the selected monitor to the clipboard and pastes them to another monitor.
Page 94 This is a virtual monitor used to create schedules for a monitor used without being connected to the network. Local publishing can be performed for a local monitor to create schedules for it. New Monitor: Creates a new virtual local monitor. Copy / Paste: Copies the schedules set on the selected monitor and pastes them to another monitor.
Page 95 Add: Adds the screen you wish to schedule after selecting a monitor and time by clicking in the EPG window. Delete: Deletes the screen currently selected in the EPG window. Copy / Paste: Copies the currently selected screen and pastes it after selecting a monitor and time by clicking in the EPG window.
Page 96 Start Time / Stop Time / Duration: Sets the time information for the selected screen in minutes. Periodic: Sets how frequently the selected screen recurs. (None / Daily / Weekly / Monthly) End on: Sets an end date for the selected schedule to recur. Publish View Publishes the schedules which are configured by the EPG view and the List view to the checked monitors.
Page 97 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Message Remote Management Remote Management File Menu Library / Screen / Schedule / Remote Management / Message Creates a view or selects a created view for each menu item so that you can perform a screen schedule and have basic control over the monitors from the server.
Page 98 Refresh Refreshes the value of each client for the currently selected remote control item. Option Changes the server settings. For more information, refer to the Options section. Remote Management Tree View List View Combo View...
Page 99 Tree View Displays various control items for the client in a tree view. If you select an item, the current state of the selected item is displayed and you can control it in the list view. Displays the items for which remote management is required from among the OSD menus of each client monitor in a tree view.
Page 100 -On Timer 1) Hour: Enter the hour. 2) Minute: Enter the minutes. 3) AM/PM: Enter AM or PM. 4) Status: Select whether to use the turn-on time. 5) Source: Select the external input 6) Volume: Select the volume -Off Timer 1) Hour: Enter the hour.
Page 101 Displays the items required to manage the client in the tree view separately from MDC. If you select an item, the current state of the selected item is displayed and you can control it in the list view. Detailed Items System: Displays the product information for the client in a list view.
Page 102 Phase, Gain, and Sharpness. You can control each item by clicking on it and changing the setting in the list view. The R Phase, G Phase, B Phase, Gain, and Sharpness items are only applicable if the Signal Balance item is set to On. Maintenance: Displays the state of the Lamp Control, Screensaver, Screen Matrix Display, Screen Settings, and Safety Lock.
Page 103 Power On/Off: This item is only enabled when a monitor name is selected and used to turn the client (monitor) on or off. Copy: Copies the settings of the selected item. If you select a monitor name and click Copy, all the items displayed in the list are copied. If you select an item and click Copy, only the item is copied.
Page 104 - Network Adapter: Displays the network adapter for the selected client. - Mac Address: Displays the MAC address of the selected client. : Select an IP address type. - IP Address: Enter the IP address. - Subnet mask: Enter the subnet mask. - Default gateway: Enter the address of the default gateway.
Page 105 1) Startup: Select the program to be performed when the client starts. 2) Automatic update: Select how to perform automatic updates. 3) Use password lock: Select whether to use the password lock. 4) Content Server: Select whether to use the content server. 5) Preferred content server: Enter the IP address of the preferred content server to use a content server.
Page 106 Only available if the copied item is the same as the currently selected item. Only applied to clients which are turned on. Refresh: Refreshes items for the selected monitor. Monitor Status : The server is connected to the monitor in Player mode. : The server is connected to the monitor in Scheduler mode.
Page 107 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Message File Menu Library / Screen / Schedule / Remote Management / Message Creates a view or selects a created view for each menu item so that you can run a screen schedule and perform basic control for the monitors from the server.
Page 108 Exit Exits the program. If there are any unsaved changes, a new window is displayed so that you can save them. Tool Menu Undo / Redo Cancels the previously performed command or performs the canceled command again. You can change the maximum number of commands that you can undo using the Option menu. Send / Stop Checks the edited message data in a tree view and sends (or stops) them to the selected monitor.
Page 109 Tree View List View Tree View You can select the monitors to which the message is sent by checking the checkbox next to each monitor and group. List View Changes the detailed functions for the message to be sent to the monitors by double-clicking it or by clicking the created button.
Page 110 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Option Option General Network Connection: Selects the connection method between the server and the monitor. The server and monitor can be connected to each other only if the same connection method is used. Automatic connection: The monitor automatically connects a server on the same network.
Page 111 If the server and monitor are on a different private network, they cannot connect to each other. However, if the server has a public IP address, a monitor with a private IP address can be connected to it using the direct connection method. Server Name: Changes the server name.
Page 112 Use the equal disk space of each monitor: Sets the size to the value entered in the edit box. Do not check disk space when schedule is published: Publishing continues even though the total size of the schedules to be published is larger than that of the free disk space of the monitor.
Page 113 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Contents Server A program run on the additional PC where the content server is operating. Version: The version of the content Server. MAC ID: The MAC address of the network device on the PC where the content server is installed.
Page 114 Displays or changes the drive settings. Password Manages the password. Setup Rotation Rotates the screen with the selected option. Program Runs or exits the program. Exit Exits mnMain. If you exit mnMain, MagicNet X and the Schedule program are also exited together.
Page 115 Old password Enter the existing password. New password Enter the new password. Change Change the password. Use password lock Verifies your password before you enter the Setup screen. Setup Connection Tab Schedule server Server Connection Settings The client automatically connects to the server. When a connection is disconnected, the client connects to another server automatically.
Page 116 The ID of the server to connect to Client ID 1 Schedule server Automatic connection using server name : If the schedule server and client are on the same sub network, the client connects to the servers using their name. Reconnecting another server when disconnected : If a connection is disconnected, the client connects to another server on the same sub network automatically.
Page 117 Select the program performed when the client starts. Automatic updates Select how to perform automatic updates. 1 Startup Sets the program to be performed when the client starts. You can select one of two programs, or select neither of them. Player: Runs a media player program that can be run using the remote control and can receive and play the content that exists on the server.
Page 118 Background: Sets the background for the entire screen. File: Sets the logo screen to be displayed on the background. (A flash, photo, or movie file can be set.) 2 Schedule folder Sets the directory which the content to be scheduled is downloaded to and managed in and manages the size of the disk.
Page 119 What is MagicNet? Using MagicNet Remote Management Message Troubleshooting When a monitor is not connected to the server Check whether the network environment for the server and monitor is normal.. (Check the network cable connections and IP address settings, etc) Check whether a correct network card has been selected when there is more than one network card in the PC where the server is operating.
Page 120 When the monitor update function does not work Check the monitor version. If it is the latest version, no updating is performed. When a movie file is not registered to the library Check whether the proper codec is installed for the movie file the server wants to register to the monitor.
Page 121: Main Screen
Therefore, a serial cable should be connected between the serial port on a PC and the serial port on a display. Main Screen Click Start > Program > Samsung > MDC System to start the program. Select a set to see the volume of the selected set within the slider.
Page 122: Port Selection
Main Icons Remocon Safety Lock Port Selection 1. Use the main icons to switch into each screen. 2. Allows you to enable or disable the remote control signal receiving function of the display unit. 3. Set the Safety Lock function. When setting the Lock function, you can only operate power and lock buttons on the remote control and set.
Page 123: Power Control
1. The Multiple Display Control is originally set to COM1. 2. If any port other than COM1 is used, COM1 through COM4 can be selected in the Port Selection Menu. 3. If the exact port name that is connected to the LCD Display using a serial cable is not selected, communication will be unavailable.
Page 124 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Power Control. (Power Status) 2) Input 3) Image Size 4) On Timer 5) Off Timer 2. Use the Select All button or Check Box to choose a display to control. Power Control allows controlling some of the functions of the selected display. 1) Power On/Off...
Page 125: Input Source
- Turns the power of the selected display On/Off. 2) Volume - Controls the volume level of the selected display. It receives the volume value of the selected display from the sets and displays it in the slider. (When you cancel the selection or choose Select All, the value returns to the default value 10) (Mute On/Off) - Turns on/off the Mute function of the selected display.
Page 126: Image Size
Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Input Source Control. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to PC. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to BNC. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DVI. - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to TV.
Page 127 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Image Size Control. ( Power Status) - Shows the power status of the current display. 2) Image Size - Shows the current Image Size of the display in use. 3) Input - Shows the current Input Source of the display in use. 4) Info Grid displays only the displays whose Input Source is PC, BNC, DVI.
Page 128 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Image Size Control. 1) Click the Video Source tab to adjust Image Size for TV, AV, S-Video, Component, DVI(HDCP), HDMI, DTV. Click Select All or use Check Box to select a display to control. 2) Info Grid displays only the display having TV, AV, S-Video, Component or DVI(HDCP) as input source.
Page 129: Pip Size
Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Time Control. 1) Current Time - Set the current time for the selected display (PC Time). - To change the current time, first change the PC Time. 2) On Time Setup - Set the Hour, Minute, AM/PM of On Time Setup, Status, Source, Volume of the selected display. 3) Off Time Setup - Set the Hour, Minute, and AM/PM, Status for Off Time Setup of the selected display.
Page 130: Pip Source
Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to PIP Size Control. 1) PIP Size - Shows the current PIP Size of the display in use. 2) OFF - Turns off the PIP of the selected display. 3) Large - Turns on the PIP of the selected display and changes the size to Large. 4) Small - Turns on the PIP of the selected display and changes the size to Small.
Page 131 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to PIP Source Control. 1) PIP Source - PIP Source can be controlled with turning on the LCD Display power. 2) PC - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to PC. 3) BNC - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to BNC.
Page 132: Picture Pc
Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide.When selected, each function fetches the value for the set and displays it on the slide bar. When "Select All" is chosen, the default value is displayed.
Page 133 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide. When selected, each function fetches the value for the set and displays it on the slide bar.
Page 134: Image Lock
Audio 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. When each function is selected, the set value of the selected function is displayed in the slide. When selected, each function fetches the value for the set and displays it on the slide bar.
Page 135: Lamp Control
Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Settings Control. 1) Image Lock - Available only for PC, BNC. 2) Coarse - Adjusts Coarse of the selected display. 3) Fine - Adjusts Fine of the selected display. 4) Position - Adjusts Position of the selected display. 5) Auto Adjustment - Self-Adjust to the incoming PC signal.
Page 136 An "Info Grid" showing several basic data items appears. 1) Maintenance - Allows the Maintenance Control function for all input sources. 2) Auto Lamp Control - Automatically adjusts the backlight of the selected display at a specified time. The Manual Lamp Control automatically turns off if you adjust using the Auto Lamp Control. 3) Manual Lamp Control - Allows you to adjust the backlight of the selected display regardless of the time.
Page 137: Video Wall
1) Safety Screen - Eliminates the afterimages that can result when the selected display stays in Pause mode for an extended period of time. You can set the repeat cycle timer by selecting the "Interval" by hour and "Second" by second. It can be set to Scroll, Pixel, Bar and Eraser by Screen Type.
Page 138: Troubleshooting
Select a display from Display Selection. The place will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. The MDC program supplied by Samsung supports up to 5x5 LCD Displayes. 3) On / Off - Turns on/off the Video Wall function of the selected display.
Page 139: Settings Value Display In Multiple Display Mode
- Check the displays to see if any of the other displays connected have the same ID. If more than one displays have the same ID, those displays are not properly detected by the program due to data conflict. - Check if the Display Set ID is a number between 0 and 25. (Adjust using the Display menu) Note : A Display Set ID must be a value between 0 and 25 .
Page 140: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Adjusting the LCD Display Input The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are Picture subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. [PC / BNC /DVI Mode] Picture Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 141 [MENU] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Selects the input source for the PIP. - PC : AV / S-Video / Component / HDMI Mode - BNC : AV / S-Video / HDMI Mode - DVI : AV / S-Video / Component Mode - AV / S-Video : PC / BNC / DVI Mode - Component : PC / DVI Mode...
Page 142 MagicBright™ [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] MagicBright™ is a new feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching. Currently four different modes are available: Entertain, Internet, Text and Custom. Each mode has its own pre-configured brightness value.
Page 143 1) Red 2) Green 3) Blue Note • If you adjust the picture by using the Custom function, Color Tone will turn to the Cusome mode. Color Temp [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [< / >] → [ENTER] Color Temp is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors.
Page 144 This is used to make up for the weak RGB signal transmitted by a long signal cable. (Available in PC, BNC mode only) 1) Signal Balance [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Selects either On or Off with the signal control.
Page 145 2) Standard 3) Movie 4) Custom [The direct button on the remote control is the 'P.MODE' button.] Custom [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [< / >] → [ENTER] By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference.
Page 146 Brightness Sensor [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [< / >] → [ENTER] Brightness Sensor is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum brightness. 1) Off 2) On Dynamic Contrast [MENU] →...
Page 147 S-Video Component HDMI MagicNet Mode [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] The LCD Display has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier. 1) Standard Selects Standard for the standard factory settings. 2) Music Selects Music when watching music videos or concerts.
Page 148 Sound Select [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Selects either Main or Sub when PIP is On. 1) Main 2) Sub [Available Modes: PIP ON] Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component...
Page 149 Menu Transparency [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Changes the opaqueness of the OSD background. 1) High 2) Medium 3) Low 4) Opaque Safety Lock PIN [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [0~9] → [0~9] → [0~9] The password can be changed.
Page 150 [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] →[ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Five adjustment levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. 4) Vertical [MENU] →...
Page 151 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 x768 @ 60Hz, by using this function(Resolution Select), you can have the picture displayed on the screen in the specified resolution.
Page 152 Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component HDMI MagicNet Multi Control Assigns an individual ID to the SET. 1) ID Setup [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [0~9] Assigns distinctive IDs to the SET.
Page 153 • Resetting the password for the function key lock. Press MUTE → 1 → 8 → 6 → On. The password will be reset to '0000'. resetting the password. Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component HDMI MagicNet Note •...
Page 154 4) Rotation Displays an image file by turning it clockwise by 90 degrees. 5) Zoom Displays a reduced picture. 6) Close Closes the image control Menu. Music The MP3 file format is supported. Movie The MPEG1, WMV file format are supported. 1) Play Plays a movie file.
Page 155 • It is highly recommended not to turn off the AC power during an operation. Note • For pivoted monitors, ticker transparency is not supported. • For pivoted monitors, a screen resolution of up to 720*480(SD) is supported for movies. © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 156 Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Adjusting the LCD Display Troubleshooting The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are Self-Test Feature Check subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. Check List Q &...
Page 157 Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substances, or a wet cloth. • We recommend that a Samsung cleansing agent is used to prevent damage to the screen. Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly.
Page 158 The LCD Display screen flickers. Problems related to the Screen Note • Problems related to the LCD Display screen and their solutions are listed. Problems The screen is blank and the power indicator is off. "Check Signal Cable" message. "Not Optimum Mode " message. The picture rolls vertically.
Page 159 • Problems related to audio signals and their solutions are listed below. Problems No sound. The sound level is too low. The sound is too high or too low. Problems related to the Remote Control Note • Problems related to the remote control and their solutions are listed. Problems The remote control buttons do not respond.
Page 160 Windows / Computer Manual). Windows ME/2000: Set the resolution at the Control Panel → Display → Screen Saver. Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the Windows / Computer Manual). © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 161: Specifications
Environmental considerations Operating Storage Audio Characteristics Audio Input 1 Select Language SyncMaster 400DXn 40 " Diagonal (101 cm) 885.168 mm(H) x 497.664 mm(V) 0.648 mm (H) x 0.648 mm (V) 30 ~ 81 kHz 56 ~ 85 Hz 16.7 M...
Page 162 Audio Input 2 RCA Jack Red(R) White(L), 0.5 Vrms (-9 dB) PC Audio Input 3.5 Ø Stereo Jack, 0.5 Vrms (-9 dB) Frequency RF: 80 Hz ~ 15 kHz (at -3 dB) Response A/V: 80 Hz ~ 20 kHz (at -3 dB) Plug and Play Capability This monitor can be installed on any Plug &...
Page 163 your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with a VESA DPM compliant video card installed in your computer. Use the software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature. PowerSaver State Normal Operation...
Page 164 Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user. The frequency of this repetition is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 165 Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Adjusting the Monitor Troubleshooting The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are Specifications subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. General PowerSaver Specifications...
Page 166 Audio Input 1 RCA Jack Red(R) White(L), 0.5 Vrms (-9 dB) Audio Input 2 RCA Jack Red(R) White(L), 0.5 Vrms (-9 dB) PC Audio Input 3.5 Ø Stereo Jack, 0.5 Vrms (-9 dB) Frequency RF: 80 Hz ~ 15 kHz (at -3 dB) Response A/V: 80 Hz ~ 20 kHz (at -3 dB) Plug and Play Capability...
Page 167 switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. The monitor automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key on the keyboard. For energy conservation, turn your monitor OFF when it is not needed, or when leaving it unattended for long periods. The PowerSaver system operates with a VESA DPM compliant video card installed in your computer.
Page 168 Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display an image to the user. The frequency of this repetition is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 169 Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Adjusting the LCD Display Troubleshooting The color and appearance of the product may vary depending on the model, and the product specifications are Specifications subject to change without prior notice for reasons of performance enhancement. Information Information For Better Display...
Page 170 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. Use a Screen saver if possible - Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended.
Page 171 Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement. All area display Moving image together with Logo periodically. - Cycle: Display moving image together with Logo for 60 seconds after 4 hours in use. The best way to protect your monitor from Image retention is to turn Power off, or set your PC, or System to operate a Screen Saver program when you are not using it.
Page 172 . Time Interval : 1 ~ 10 hours ( Recommend : 1 ) . Time Period : 10 ~ 50 second ( Recommend : 50 ) Note • ( Please check CD's User Guide at "OSD Function", some model's will not available ) © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Rights Reserved...
Page 173 Information Appendix Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Terms Correct Disposal Authority Note • If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. U.S.A CANADA MEXICO ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA...
Page 174 CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK 70 70 19 70 FINLAND 030-6227 515 3260 SAMSUNG(726-7864) FRANCE 08 25 08 65 65 (€ 0,15/min) 01805-SAMSUNG(726-7864) GERMANY (€ 0,14/Min) HUNGARY 06-80-SAMSUNG(726-7864) ITALIA 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) LUXEMBURG 0035 (0)2 261 03 710 0900 SAMSUNG(726-7864) NETHERLANDS (€ 0,10/Min) NORWAY...
Page 175 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 Middle East & Africa SOUTH AFRICA 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864 ) TURKEY 444 77 11 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) U.A.E 8000-4726 Sync Signal Sync (Synchronized) Signals refer to the standard signals that are required to display desired colors on the LCD Display.
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