Page 1 SyncMaster 400TXn Model Select Language Install Programs PDF Manuals Registration Safety Instructions Introduction Connections Using the Software Adjusting the Monitor 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. 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 Do not drop the LCD Display when moving it. This may cause damage to the product or the person carrying it. Install the LCD Display base in a showcase or shelf so that the end of the base does not protrude from the showcase or shelf. Dropping the product may cause damage to the product or the person carrying it.
Page 5 The installation of the bracket must be done by a qualified professional. Installing the bracket by unqualified personnel may result in injury. Always use the mounting device specified in the owner's manual. When installing the product, make sure to keep it away from the wall (more than 10 cm / 4 inches) for ventilation purposes.
Page 6 Do not use any chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticide, air freshener, lubricant or detergent. Contact the SAMSUNG customer care center interior cleaning once a year. Keep the product's interior clean. Dust which has accumulated in the interior over an extended period of time may cause a malfunction 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 Cables Other contact your dealer. to buy optional items. LCD Display Warranty Card (Not available in all locations) D-Sub Cable Power Cord Select Language Main Page Model SyncMaster 400TXn Package Contents User's Guide, MDC Software, MagicNet Software Speaker Wire Cable...
Page 12 Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) BNC to RCA Adaptor Jack Sold separately Wall Mount KIT DVI Cable Front MENU Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the adjustment menu. Moves from one menu item to another vertically or adjusts selected menu values. - VOL + Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected menu values.
Page 13 Adjusts the audio volume. / FM RADIO Activates a highlighted menu item. / Turns the FM Radio on/off. SOURCE Switches from PC mode to Video mode. Changing the source is only allowed for external devices that are connected to the LCD Display at the time. [PC] →...
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. RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port DVI / PC IN [RGB] (PC Video Connection Terminal) Using a D-Sub Cable (15 pin D-Sub) - PC mode (Analog PC)
Page 15 Note • The number of LCD Display s that can be connected to loopout may may differ depending on the cables, signal source etc. With cables where there is no degradation or signal source, up to ten LCD Display s can be connected.
Page 16 Note • See Connecting the LCD Display for further information regarding cable connections. Remote Control Note • The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device operating near the LCD Display , causing a malfunction due to interference with the frequency. ON / OFF Turns the LCD Display On/Off.
Page 17 • ENTER: Used to enter values. +100 -/-- Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press "+100", then press "2" and "1". Adjusts the audio volume. MUTE Pauses (mutes) the audio output temporarily. This is This is displayed on the lower left corner of the screen. The audio resumes if MUTE or - VOL + is pressed in the Mute mode.
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 Picture Size. Rewind STOP Stop PLAY / PAUSE Play/Pause Fast forward Default Manual Change Mono © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Right Reserved...
Page 19 Mechanical Lay-out Monitor Head Stand Speaker Installation VESA Bracket Wall Bracket Installation 1. Mechanical Lay-out 2. Monitor Head...
Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: To Mount The Product On The Wall Bracket
There are two hinges(left and right). Use the correct one. 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) Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct.
Page 23: Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment
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 24 1. Fix the product to the wall bracket. 2. Hold the product at the top in the center and pull it forward (direction of the arrow) to adjust the angle. 3. You can adjust the bracket angle between -2°and 15 °. Make sure to use the top center, and not the leftor the right side of the product to adjust the angle.
Page 25 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 A 'Cover-Protector' is used to protect the hole at the bottom of the LCD Display , where the stand is inserted.
Page 26 This stand is designed for adjusting the screen angle. The company is not responsible for any problem caused when using this stand. Under no circumstances use the product as a stand for placing something on. Installing the Stand Kit (sold separately) A 'Cover-Protector' is used to protect the hole at the bottom of the LCD Display , where the stand is inserted.
Page 27 Connect the audio cable for your LCD Display to the audio port on the back of your computer. Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display. Note • The The DVI cable or BNC cable is optional. Contact a local Samsung Electronics Service Center to buy optional items.
Page 28 Connecting to a TV Connect the CATV or antenna coaxial cable to the Antenna terminal at the back of the LCD Display. You need to use a coaxial antenna cable. There are 3 ways to connect the D-sub to your LCD Display. Choose one of the following: •...
Page 29 • The monitor has DVI IN connection terminals to connect DVI input devices digital DVD. Connecting to 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. Connect the Audio (L) and Audio (R) terminals of a VCR or Camcorders to the LCD Display 's AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] using audio cables.
Page 30 Connecting to a Camcorder Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back of the camcorder. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the camcorder and the AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] on the LCD Display.
Page 31 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 Set Top Box. Select Component for the connection to a DTV Set Top Box using the Source button on the front of the LCD Display or on the remote control.
Page 32 Connecting a LAN Cable 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 33 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. Sva prava pridrzana...
Page 34 Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. You are required to log in to the MagicNet Server program. Please enter the password to login. The password cannot be changed when you are logged in. Select Language Main Page Model SyncMaster 400TXn Installation MagicNet...
Page 35 Choose a folder to install the MagicNet program. Click "Install." The "Installation Status" window appears.
Page 36 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 37 Introduction Schedule to MagicNet Setting Introduction to MagicNet Introduction to MagicNet MagicNet transmits media files (photo, audio and movie files) and office files (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, HTML and PDF files) existing on a server to monitors using the Ethernet network of the server/client architecture.
Page 38 You can update a monitor's MagicNet from the server. However, this function only works when it is connected to a server/monitor with MagicNet Ver 2.0 or higher. For SyncMaster 400TXn, see Add/Remove Programs. 4. Controlling Local Storage Devices/USB File Control of Monitors You can copy or delete files to a monitor's local storage device or via USB connected to the monitor.
Page 39: Schedule Setting
The library consists of a collection of files which can be played from a monitor connected to the MagicNet program. SyncMaster 400Pn/460Pn, SyncMaster 400TXn, SyncMaster 711ND can only play files with the supported formats registered in the library. The library only accepts files of the supported formats.
Page 40 My Computer Socket Serial 1. My Computer You can register files in My Computer. 2. URL : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only...
Page 41 Display interval Refresh the screen with the specified URL at each Display interval. 3. NFS : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only You can register TEXT(.txt) data through NFS. Nick Name You can name the nick name of a custom data to be registered so that it can be used for load and edit operation.
Page 42 (Multiple selection by Shift or Ctrl key is supported for deletion) 4. FTP : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only You can register TEXT(.txt) data through FTP. Nick Name You can name the nick name of a TEXT(.txt) data to be registered so that it can be used for load and edit operation.
Page 43 Screen edit operation. Registered files A window that shows DB information. 5. Socket : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Socket You can register TEXT(.txt) data through Socket. Nick Name You can name the nick name of a TEXT(.txt) data to be registered so that it can be used for load and edit operation.
Page 44 Registered files A window that shows DB information. 6. Serial : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Serial You can register TEXT(.txt) data through Serial. Nick Name You can name the nick name of a TEXT(.txt) data to be registered so that it can be used for load and edit operation. (If you register with the same nick name, the existing data, which has been registered with the nick name, is replaced with the new one.)
Page 45 Registering the Schedule Allows you to register the files to be run on the monitor in advance. 1. Library Registering the schedule through the library Among the files on the server PC, files that are added through the registration procedures in the library can be registered with the schedule.
Page 46 If the new schedule overlaps with an existing schedule, the time of the existing schedule can be changed or even be deleted, since it is overwritten by the new schedule. 6. AV Option : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Allows you to configure the video and sound settings while scheduling content.
Page 47 You can configure the settings of Bass, Treble, Balance, and SRS TSXT. 7. Slide Show : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Determines the slide transition interval for Slide Show. 2. Storage (Local/USB) Registering the Storage (Local/USB) File Schedule You can select a file from among the local storage of the monitor, or from the USB connected to the monitor to register the selected file with the schedule.
Page 48 3. Input/Power Registering the Input/Power Schedule : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only when the Source is TV. You can register the input source or Power Off for the monitor with the schedule. 1. You can schedule a change of the output source or the power for the monitor.
Page 49 You can save the current schedule and load a saved schedule. Slide Show Determines the slide transition interval for Slide Show. 4. Multi Screen - Edit Data : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only ◀ ▶ buttons to select another screen or select a blank...
Page 50 Copy Screen/Paste : You can split the screen into more multiple screens and paste edit information from one to another. Display Interval : You can change the Display Interval time setting. 4. Multi Screen - Preview : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Editing the Sound, Channel and Screen Size for Multi Screen.
Page 51 5. Video Wall : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only You can display a single zoomed-in content item across multiple monitors. Registering a schedule is only possible if the number of divided screens is equal to that of the selected monitors.
Page 52 Allows you to import/export the schedules registered on the LCD display from/to a server computer. A function for saving the schedule registered in the monitor to the server as a file and load the file. Save the schedule between the specified start and end dates and load the schedule starting from the specified start date.
Page 54: Function Setting
Introduction Schedule Function to MagicNet Setting Setting Function Setting Schedule OSD The server program's Power-On option only works if the monitor's power is completely shut off. Please make sure not to use the Power-On option when the monitor is in the process of shutting up since it can possibly cause system errors.
Page 55 Monitor Preview Window This window is used either to preview a file (a movie or a photo file) registered in the library list ( and selected in the fields window( ), or to monitor a monitor. 1. Playing a file registered in the library Click on a classification in the library list ( displayed in the fields window ( While playing, the file information is displayed in...
Page 56 When the files are selected in the library list : Sequentially displays the image files registered to the library. Slide Show When the monitoring information is being played from a schedule: Displays the image files registered to the schedule. When monitoring the information which the monitor user is selecting and playing : This function is disabled.
Page 57 first/last 5 When monitoring information is being played from a schedule : seconds Plays the first/last 5 seconds of the file. When monitoring the information which the monitor user is selecting and playing : This function is disabled. Library List Files added to the library are first automatically classified in the list as movie, audio, photo and office files, and then they are further classified according to their properties.
Page 58 PC for the duration of the update. MagicNet will not be operating normally. If the power turns off during the update, contact our After-Sales Service Center. 8. For the SyncMaster 400TXn, see Add/Remove Programs. Schedule Check 1. Select All Monitors: Checks if all schedules of the registered monitors are available in the ( clicking the mouse can turn the power On or Off as well as deleting the field.
Page 59 information for the edited part. 3. The files registered to the library are displayed in a list. Right-clicking a file in the list displays a menu, allowing you to view properties for a schedule as well as deleting a schedule, depending on the type of menu.
Page 60 When the relevant device is not connected, a screen with 'Connection required' will appear. S-Video Component MagicNet TV : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Image Picture You can adjust the Screen from TV/AV sources other than PC. Picture Mode : Dynamic, Standard, Movie, Custom...
Page 61 MagicBright : Entertain, Internet, Text, Custom, Contrast, Brightness Color Tone : Cool, Normal, Warm, Custom, Red, Green, Blue Size : 16:9, 4:3 Time Current Time Establishes the standard time of the monitor. In Hours, Minutes and AM/PM, select the time, and click the Apply button. The current standard time of the monitor will be set.
Page 62 S-Video Component TV : Supportable for SyncMaster 400TXn only Position Select a position. (LeftTop) (RightTop) (LeftBot) (RightBot) Swap Setting 1. Sound Mode Standard Music Movie Speech Custom Bass, Treble, Balance 2. Sound Option SRS TSXT ON/OFF Sound Select Main/Sub 3. Image Lock...
Page 63 For example, when you choose 2*2, selectable buttons in the form of 2 rows and 2 lines appear, and if you select number 3 in this matrix, the third screen of the output screen divided by 4 will show up in the monitor. - The MDC program supplied by Samsung supports over 4*4. Format - Full, Natural Safety Lock...
Page 64 Display Option Normal: Outputs fixed sentences one by one. Scroll : Text scrolls. Trancparency : Sets the text background to transparent. Opaque : Sets the text background to opaque. Scroll and transparency are only applicable for the SyncMaster 400TXn. Display Period Marked in hours and minutes.
Page 65 Introduction Schedule Function to MagicNet Setting Basic Setting Login / Logout Change Password Option Help Login / Logout Before using MagicNet, you first need to login. After a successful login, the Login button changes to a Logout button. A successful login is required to use the majority of functions.
Page 66 Change Password You can change your password when logged in. Enter your password correctly before logging in. You will be prompted to enter the password for installing MagicNet, and this password will become the default password for the administrator account. If you forget the password, please remove the program and re-install it.
Page 67 Choose a monitor and file to update. 6. Monitor Model If the monitor to the server is changed to SyncMaster 460Pn/400Pn, SyncMaster 400TXn, SyncMaster 711ND or an integral model (mixed type), the server will be adjusted according to the model.
Page 68 Help 1. Help Runs the program help. 2. About MagicNet Indicates the program version and the copyright details.
Page 69 Introduction Schedule Function to MagicNet Setting Remote Control Adjustment PHOTO Supported File Formats Image File : JPG, BMP Remote Control When the files are selected in the library list When you see no menu in a zoomed-in picture MUSIC Supported File Formats Music File : Remote Control When the files are selected in the library list...
Page 70 MOVIE Supported File Formats Video File : MPEG1, WMV Remote Control When the files are selected in the library list Play Play / Pause during playback Stop playing Play in 5 seconds Play 5 seconds earlier Move to the previous file (when the cursor is placed at the top, it will go back to the last file of the previous page) Move to the next file (when the cursor is placed at...
Page 71 OFFICE Supported File Formats Office File : MS Office(Word, Excel, Power Point), HTML, PDF * Install the proper viewing (freeware) program to see MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) or PDF documents. Remote Control When the files are selected in the library list Excel PHOTO MUSIC...
Page 72 Power point Normal Power point Slideshow Word HTML Internet Move to the top Move to the previous page Move to the next page Move to the previous page Slideshow Exit Power point Stop the slideshow Move to the top Move to the bottom Move to the next page Move to the previous page Exit Power point...
Page 73 Move the mouse cursor up Move the mouse cursor down Move the mouse cursor to the left Move the mouse cursor to the right Click when the cursor is placed over a link (move to the link) Exit the Internet...
Page 74: Troubleshooting
Introduction Schedule Function to MagicNet Setting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting In Preview, the file information can be viewed but not the image Office files are not displayed. Check the file for the format. When there is no codec available for the server, no file is displayed. Check the codec first.
Page 75 6. Click OK to start removal of MagicNet. 7. Wait until the window appears which indicates that program removal is completed. Program updating via RDP is applicable for the SyncMaster 400TXn only. 1. Press the ALT + F12 keys to go to the Desktop.
Page 76: Specifications
Photo For JPEG, the EXIF Format (Digital Camera) is not supported. (However, Samsung digital cameras are supported) An Office file may take some time to be displayed on the monitor, depending on the file size. For movies, only the WMV and MPEG1 codecs are provided by default.
Page 77 MSC(Mass Storage Class) : Devices using the SCSI(Small Computer System Interface) command set Exception : Some manufacturers have wrongly specified their device as USB standard compatible. Our product has exception handling procedures. But Some devices are unlikely to work properly. : Some manufacturers have wrongly specified their device as SCSI compatible.
Page 78 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 79 Main Icons Remocon Safety Lock Port Selection 1. Use the main icons to switch to each screen. 2. Enables/Disables 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. 4.
Page 80 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 81 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 82 - 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 83 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Input Source Control. 1) PC - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to PC. 2) BNC - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to BNC. 3) DVI - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DVI. 4) TV - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to TV.
Page 84 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 85 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). 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 86 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 87 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 88 • PIP S-Video Mode 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 89 6) AV - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to AV. 7) S-Video - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to S-Video. 8) Component - Changes the source of the PIP of the selected display to Component. 9) Channel - Channel arrow appears when the PIP Source is TV.
Page 90 - Adjusts Tint of the selected display. - Available only for NT. 7) Color Tone - Adjusts the Color Tone for the selected display. The Input source of MagicNet works only for the MagicNet model. The Input source of TV works only on TV model. This feature is available only for the displays whose power status is ON and if no selection is made, the factory default is displayed.
Page 91 factory default is displayed. Settings 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 92 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 93 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 94 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 95 You can select a number of screens with a different layout when dividing. Select a mode from Screen divider. 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 over 4*4. 3) On / Off...
Page 96 - Turns on/off the Video Wall function of the selected display. 4) Format - The format can be selected to see a divided screen. Full Natural You may not operate this function in MagicNet. The Input source of TV works only on TV model. The Maintenance Control function is available only for the displays where the power status is ON.
Page 97 Use to select the screen of your choice. 1) PC 2) BNC 3) DVI 4) TV 5) AV 6) S-Video 7) Component 8) MagicNet [The direct button on the remote control is the 'SOURCE' button.] Select Language Main Page Model SyncMaster 400TXn Input...
Page 98 Note • The PIP turns off when the LCD Display is switched to an external source. When external A/V devices such as VCRs or DVDs are connected to the LCD Display , PIP allows you to watch video from those devices in a small window super-imposed on the PC Video signal. (Off/On) Note •...
Page 99 Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. 1) PC 2) BNC 3) DVI 4) TV 5) AV 6) S-Video 7) Component Note • MagicNet cannot be renamed. Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component DVI-Video...
Page 100 4) Custom Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers, the pre-configured values may not be comfortable for your eyes depending on your taste. If this is the case, adjust the brightness and contrast by using the OSD menu. [The direct button on the remote control is 'M/B' button.] Custom [MENU] →...
Page 101 [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] →[ENTER] → [< / >] → [ENTER] Removes noise such as horizontal stripes. If the noise persists even after fine tuning, repeat it after adjusting the frequency (clock speed).
Page 102 Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component DVI-Video MagicNet Mode [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory.
Page 103 Operates only for AV and S-Video mode. Operates only if the video signal is NTSC. Colour Tone [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] The colour tones can be changed. The individual colour components are also user adjustable. 1) Cool 2 2) Cool 1 3) Normal...
Page 104 Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component DVI-Video 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 105 • If you adjust picture using Sound Custom function, Sound Mode will turn to Custom mode. Auto Volume [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Reduces the difference in volume control between broadcasters. 1) Off 2) On SRS TSXT...
Page 106 • If you select FM RADIO, picture will turn black while FM Radio is functioning in TV, BNC, AV, S-Video, Component, MagicNet modes except PC, DVI modes. Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component DVI-Video MagicNet Language [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] You can choose one of 8 languages.
Page 107 [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [< / >] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Use to set the LCD Display to turn on automatically at a preset time. Use to control the mode, volume level at the time the LCD Display turns on automatically.
Page 108 2) Format [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] →[ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] 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.
Page 109 Eraser Resolution Select [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨]→ [ENTER] 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 110 Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component DVI-Video MagicNet Country [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Select the country in which the product is being used before using the Auto Store feature. If you do not see your country in the list, select Other.
Page 111 [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Enters the appropriate program number on the screen. 2) Colour System [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] Adjusts repeatedly until the colour is of the best quality.
Page 112 [MENU] → [∧ / ∨] → [ENTER] → [∧ / ∨] →[ENTER] → [< / >] → [ENTER] → [MENU] Due to weak signals or an incorrect antenna configuration, some of the channels may not be tuned correctly. Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component...
Page 113 The preset password on the LCD Display is "0000". Note • Resetting the password for the function key lock. Press INFO → EXIT → MUTE. The password will be reset to '0000'. resetting the password. Available Modes PC / BNC / DVI S-Video Component DVI-Video...
Page 114 • When using MagicNet with the device directly connected to LCD Display : execute Device mode. Photo The JPEG, BMP file format are supported. 1) Auto Automatically fits the image to the window. Original Shows the properties of the original file. 2) Slide Show Displays the properties of the original file as they are.
Page 115 • When the contents of Setup have been changed when EWF is in the Enable state, to save the changes in the disk, you must Commit them. • By selecting Disable, Enable or Commit, the system is restarted. © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Right Reserved...
Page 116 85Hz, you will see the black screen because the LCD Display does not support over 85Hz. Note • Refer to LCD Display. Specifications > Preset Timing Modes for the resolutions or frequencies that are supported by the Select Language Main Page Model SyncMaster 400TXn Self-Test Feature Check...
Page 117 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 118 The LCD Display screen flickers. Problems related to the Installation (TV Mode) Problems TV screen is blurred or displays noise. No TV signal received 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.
Page 119 The screen is blank and the power indicator light is steady green or blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds. The screen is blank and is blinking. Problems related to Audio Note • Problems related to audio signals and their solutions are listed below. Problems No sound.
Page 120 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 Right Reserved Q & A...
Page 121 Environmental considerations Operating Storage Audio Characteristics Audio Input 1 Select Language SyncMaster 400TXn 40 " Diagonal (101.6 cm) 885.168 mm (H) x 497.664 mm (V) 0.648 mm (H) x 0.216 mm (V) 30 ~ 81 kHz 56 ~ 75 Hz 16.7 M Colors...
Page 122 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 123 Green, Blinking Amber Less than 1 W Less than 1 W (Off-mode) (Power button) ® compliant and ENERGY2000 ® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this ® guidelines for energy efficiency. Preset Timing Modes Vertical Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) (Hz) 70.086 25.175...
Page 124 Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz Ecuador Mexico Guatemala Canada PAL-I PAL-N Ireland China Argentina England Uruguay South Africa Rumania Paraguay Hongkong SECAM SECAM-D SECAM-K Russia Hungary Bulgaria Poland © 1995~2007 SAMSUNG. ALL Right Reserved PAL-M Brazil SECAM-L France...
Page 125 When this occurs, the previous image may be seen when the pattern is changed. To prevent this, the accumulated voltage difference must be decreased. For example, the number of TFT LCD sub pixels contained in this product are 3,133,440 PRODUCT INFORMATION (Image Retention Free) Select Language Main Page Model SyncMaster 400TXn For Better Display...
Page 126 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 - A Screen saver in one color or a moving image is recommended.
Page 127 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 128 . 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 Right Reserved...
Page 129 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. CANADA MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINE BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA...
Page 130 80 8 200 128 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND 18 717 100 SLOVAKIA 0850 123 989 SPAIN 902 10 11 30 SWEDEN 08 585 367 87 0870 SAMSUNG (7267864) RUSSIA 8-800-200-0400 UKRAINE 8-800-502-0000 AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 CHINA 800-810-5858, 010- 6475 1880...
Page 131 LCD Display. They are divided into Vertical and Horizontal Sync Signals. These signals display normal color images by the set resolution and frequency. Types of Sync Signals Separate This is a scheme of transmitting individual vertical sync signals to the LCD Display. Composite This is a scheme of combining vertical sync signals into one composite signal and transmitting it to the LCD Display.
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