Samsung SyncMaster MD230 User Manual
23" md230 maize professional monitor
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Page 1: Lcd Monitor
SyncMaster MD230 / MD230X3 / MD230X6 LCD Monitor User Manual The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Power Saving Function ......... . . 6-2 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE ........6-3 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical &... -
Page 3: Major Safety Precautions
The contents of this manual may not be partially or in whole reproduced, distributed or used in any form without the written permission of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. The SAMSUNG logo and SyncMaster are the registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are the registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. -
Page 4: Custody And Maintenance
Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. •Do not clean the product with a flammable substance such as benzene or thinner, or clean with a wet cloth. This can cause a problem with the product. -
Page 5: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME Warning Caution Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Do not disassemble. Do not touch. Power Related The product image used in the following pictures for your reference may look different from the actual product. Warning Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power outlet. -
Page 6: Installation Related
Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord. -
Page 7: Cleaning Related
Caution Do not let the product drop while moving it. • This may result in a problem with the product or injury. When installing the product on a console or shelf, make sure that the front of the product does not protrude out of the console or shelf. •... -
Page 8: Usage Related
Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel coming off. Use a soft, damp cloth with a "monitor- exclusive cleansing agent" and wipe the product with it. - Page 9 Avoid lifting up or move the product by holding only the power cord or signal cable. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable. Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product.
- Page 10 Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product Maintain the correct posture when using this product. • • • • • • Straighten your back. Keep a distance of 45~50 cm from your eyes to the screen. Look down at the screen and face the screen forwards.
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Page 11: Installing The Product
Installing the Product Package Contents • For instructions on how to assemble 1 x 3 or 2 x 3, refer to the assembly guide provided with the product packaging. •Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included. •... -
Page 12: Connecting The Cables For 1 X 1
Connecting the Cables for 1 x 1 The connecting part may differ depending on the product model. 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. • When the graphics card provides D-Sub (Analog) output. •Connect the [RGB IN] port of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with the D-Sub cable. - Page 13 POWER S/W : Turns the product on and off. •When the product is connected to a PC, you can turn the product on and use it. •When both the DVI (<Digital>) and D-Sub (<Analog>) cables are connected, you can select the input signal <Digital / Analog> by pressing the [ SOURCE] button on the multi control pad.
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Page 14: Connecting The Cables For 1 X 3 And 2 X 3
Connecting the Cables for 1 x 3 and 2 x 3 •For instructions on how to assemble 1 x 3 or 2 x 3, refer to the assembly guide provided with the product packaging. •To connect DP cables, the PC must have DP ports. •... - Page 15 1-2. Connecting the Multi Control Pad : Primary Monitor 1.Connect the multi control pad to the primary monitor using a USB cable. 2.Connect the [UP] port on the primary monitor to the [DOWN] port on one of the adjacent monitors using a USB cable. •...
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Page 16: Connecting The Power Cord
1-3. Connecting the Power Cord : Primary Monitor 1.Connect the primary monitor and the rest of the installed monitors using power cap cords. 2.Connect one end of the power cord to the [POWER] port of the product and connect the other end of the power cord to the 220V or 110V wall outlet. - Page 17 2. Using Multiple Screens 2-1. Option 1 1.Connect each monitor to the corresponding PC using the DVI or D-Sub cable. 2.Each PC screen can be viewed. To use multiple screens, select each monitor using the control keypad and press [ signal <Analog, Digital or DP>...
- Page 18 3. Specifying the Monitor Number The monitor number is set to 0 by default. A monitor can be controlled by the multi-control pad even if the monitor number is not specified. 1. Press the [MONITOR SELECTION] button on the back of the monitor to specify the monitor number. (Range: 1 - 6) 2.
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Page 19: Kensington Lock
Kensington Lock A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locations. Since the shape and usage of the locking device may differ depending on the model and the manufacturer, for more information, refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device for more information. -
Page 20: Using The Product
Using the product Setting the Optimal Resolution If you turn the power on after purchasing the product, a message regarding the optimal resolution setting appears on the screen. Select a language and the optimal resolution. • The message appears up to 3 times if the resolution has not been set to the optimal resolution. •... -
Page 21: Standard Signal Mode Table
Standard Signal Mode Table The LCD monitor has one optimal resolution for the best visual quality depending on the screen size due to the inherent characteristics of the panel, unlike for a CDT monitor. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolution is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setting the resolution to the optimal resolution of the product. -
Page 22: Installing The Device Driver
If you install the device driver, you can set up the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product. The device driver is included on the CD-ROM supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit a service center or Samsung Electronics website(http://www.samsung.com/), and download the driver. 1. Insert the driver installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. -
Page 23: Product Operating Buttons
Product Operating Buttons Multi Control Pad This product can be controlled by using the multi control pad. POWER Turns the product On/Off. MONITOR SELECTION Selects a monitor. MONITOR CHECK : Displays the monitor number. SELECT ALL : Selects all monitors. UNSELECT : Cancels selecting all monitors. -
Page 24: Using The Screen Adjustment Menu (Osd: On Screen Display)
Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure TOP MENUS Brightness PICTURE Fine MagicColor COLOR Color Effect H-Position SIZE & POSITION Reset SETUP&RESET Auto Source INFORMATION PICTURE <PC signals> MENU Controls the screen brightness. - Page 25 MENU MagicBright Provides preset picture settings optimized for various user environments such as editing a document, surfing the Internet, playing games, watching sports or movies and so on. • <Custom> If the preset picture modes are not sufficient, users can configure the <brightness> and <Contrast> directly using this mode.
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Page 26: Size & Position
MENU MagicColor Expresses natural colors more clearly without changing the picture quality using proprietary digital picture quality improvement technology developed by Samsung Electronics. • <Off> - Turns the <MagicColor> function off. • <Demo> - You can compare the pictures processed by <MagicColor> with the original pictures. - Page 27 MENU H-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen horizontally. This function is only available in <Analog> mode. V-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen vertically. This function is only available in <Analog> mode. Image Size PC signals •...
- Page 28 MENU Off Timer On/Off You can turn the Off Timer on or off. • <Off> - <On> Off Timer Setting Turns the power off automatically when the configured time is reached. Auto Source • <Auto> - The monitor automatically selects an input signal. •...
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Page 29: Installing The Software
What is Natural Color ? This software works only for Samsung products and enables adjusting the displayed colors on the product and matches the colors on the product with the colors of the printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1). -
Page 30: Magictune
MagicTune What is MagicTune? MagicTune is a software program that helps with monitor adjustments by providing comprehensive descriptions of monitor functions and easy-to-understand guidelines. Users can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using the operating buttons of the product. Installing the Software 1. - Page 31 2. Double-click the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in the Control Panel. 3. In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select MagicTune™ so that it is highlighted. 4. Click [Change or Remove Programs] to remove the software. 5. Select [Yes] to start removing MagicTune™. 6.
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Page 32: Multiscreen
MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections. Installing the Software 1. Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Select the MultiScreen setup program. If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the MultiScreen setup file on the CD-ROM. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Monitor Self-Diagnosis • You can check if the product is working properly using the Self-Diagnosis function. • If a blank screen is displayed and the Power LED blinks even if the product and the PC are properly connected, perform the self-diagnosis function according to the procedures below. -
Page 34: Before Requesting Service
Before Requesting Service Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest Samsung Electronics Service Center. A BLANK SCREEN APPEARS / I CANNOT TURN THE PRODUCT ON Is the power cord connected properly? “Check Signal Cable”... - Page 35 THE COLOR IS DISPLAYED IN 16 BIT (16 COLORS). THE COLOR HAS BEEN CHANGED AFTER CHANGING THE GRAPHICS Did you install the device driver for the product? Is the graphics card configured correctly? WHEN I CONNECT THE MONITOR, THE 'UNKNOWN MONITOR, PLUG&PLAY (VESA DDC) MONITOR FOUND' MESSAGE IS Did you install the device driver for the product? Check if all the Plug&Play (VESA DDC) functions are supported referring to the User Manual of the graphics card.
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Page 36: Faq
FAQ! How can I change the frequency (refresh rate) of the video signal? How can I change the resolution? How can I use the power saving function? PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING! You have to change the frequency of the graphics card. Windows XP : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel →... -
Page 37: More Information
More Information Specifications MODEL NAME LCD Panel Size Display area Pixel Pitch Synchronization Horizontal Vertical Display Color Resolution Optimum resolution Maximum resolution Maximum Pixel Clock Power Supply Signal connectors Dimensions (WxHxD) / MD230 Weight MD230X3(L) MD230X3(P) MD230X6 VESA Mounting Interface Environmental Operating considerations... -
Page 38: Specifications
Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. [U.S. Only] Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website, www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect, or call (877) 278 - 0799 More Information... -
Page 39: Power Saving Function
Power Saving Function This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined period of time to reduce power consumption. When the product is in power saving mode, the power is not turned off and you can turn the screen on again by pressing any key or clicking the mouse. -
Page 40: Contact Samsung Worldwide
Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. CANADA MEXICO U.S.A ARGENTINA BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA DOMINICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PERU PUERTO RICO TRINIDAD &... - Page 41 Romtelecom, tarif local; 021.206.01.10 – din orice reţea, tarif normal 0700 Samsung (0700 726 7864) 0800 - SAMSUNG(0800-726 786) 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 678) 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) 0848-SAMSUNG (7267864, CHF 0.08/ min) 0330 SAMSUNG (7267864)
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- Page 43 NIGERIA SOUTH AFRICA More Information AFRICA 0800 - SAMSUNG (726-7864) 0860-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com http://www.samsung.com...
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Page 44: Correct Disposal Of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe Only
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.