Page 1: Lcd Display
SyncMaster 400MX-2,460MX-2,400MXn-2,460MXn-2 LCD Display User Manual...
Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property dam- age. Make sure to read the instructions carefully and use the product in the correct manner. Warning / Caution Failure to follow directions noted by this symbol could result in bodily harm or damage to the equipment.
Page 3: Installation
Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. •...
Page 4 Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet. • When putting the product down, make sure to put it down softly. •...
Page 5 When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth. • When cleaning the product, make sure to disconnect the power cord. • When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean it softly with a dry cloth. •...
Page 6 If thunder or lightening is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not try to move the LCD Display by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. •...
Page 7 If you continually move closer to the product screen, your eye- sight may be failing. Take a rest for at least five (5) minutes after using the LCD Display for one (1) hour. This reduces the weariness of your eyes. Do not install it in an unstable location such as an unstable rack or uneven surface or a location exposed to vibrations.
Page 8 The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary re- fuse and must be returned for recycling purposes. The customer is responsible for returning the used or rechargeable batteries for recycling. • The customer can return used or rechargeable batteries to a nearby public recycling center or to a store selling the same type of the battery or rechargeable battery.
Page 9: Package Contents
Introduction Package Contents Note Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD Display. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Contact a local dealer to buy optional items. Note This stand is not for the Floor Standing Type. Unpacking Manuals Quick Setup Guide...
Page 10 Others (Not available in all loca- Sold separately Semi Stand KIT Wall Mount KIT D-Sub Cable Note • You can purchase and connect a separate network box or TV tuner box. For information on how to use these, refer to their respective user manuals. •...
Page 11 Your LCD Display Front MENU button [MENU] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the OSD menu or return to the previous menu. Navigate buttons (Up-Down buttons) Moves from one menu item to another vertically or adjusts selected menu values.
Page 12 Power button [ Use this button for turning the LCD Display on and off. Power indicator Shows PowerSaver mode by blinking green Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your LCD Display OFF when it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
Page 13 RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port DVI / PC / HDMI IN [DVI/PC/HDMI AU- DIO IN] (PC/DVI/HDMI Audio Connection Terminal (Input)) DVI / PC / HDMI IN [HDMI] Connect the HDMI terminal at the back of your LCD Display to the HDMI terminal of your digital output device using a HDMI ca- ble.
Page 14 RGB OUT (Applicable to the MXn-2 model only) LAN (LAN Connection Terminal) (Applicable to the MXn-2 model only) USB(USB Connection Terminal) Keyboard / Mouse, Mass Storage Device Compatible. (Applicable to the MXn-2 model only) Note The number of LCD Displays that can be connected to loopout may differ depending on the cables, signal source etc.
Page 15 Note See Connecting Cables 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 frequen- POWER Number Buttons button...
Page 16 POWER 3. Number Buttons 4. DEL button 5. + VOL - MUTE 7. TV/DTV 8. MENU INFO 11.COLOR BUTTONS TTX/MIX 13.STILL 14.AUTO 15. S.MODE 16.MDC 17.LOCK SWAP Turns the product On. Turns the product Off. Press to change the channel. The "-"...
Page 17 SOURCE ENTER/PRE-CH 20. CH/P 21.D.MENU 22.GUIDE RETURN 24. Up-Down Left-Right but- tons EXIT 27.MagicInfo 28. P.MODE DUAL/MTS Press the button to change the input signal SOURCE. Changing the SOURCE is only allowed for external devices that are connected to the LCD Display at the time. This button is used to return to the immediately previous channel.
Page 18: Mechanical Layout
SWAP Mechanical Layout (400MX-2 ,400MXn-2) Mechanical Layout LCD Display Head Mono ↔ SAP Every time you press the button, a PIP screen appears. - This fuction does not work for this LCD Display. Swaps the contents of the PIP and main image. The image in the PIP window will appear on the main screen, and the main screen image will appear in the PIP window.
Page 19: Installation Vesa Bracket
• At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion.
Page 20: 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 21 Insert and tighten the Captive Screw in the direction of the arrow. When done, mount the wall bracket on the wall. There are two hinges(left and right). Use the correct one. Captive Screw Wall Bracket Hinge (Left) Hinge (Right) Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct.
Page 22: To Mount The Product On The Wall Bracket
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) Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. Insert the screw B into the plastic hanger.
Page 23: Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment
Remove safety pin (3) and insert the 4 product holders into the corresponding bracket holes (1). Then place the product(2) so that it is firmly fixed to the bracket. Make sure to re-insert and tighten the safety pin (3) to securely hold the product to the bracket. Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment Adjust the bracket angle to -2°...
Page 24 Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle. Mechanical Layout (460MX-2 ,460MXn-2) Mechanical Layout LCD Display Head...
Page 25 • At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion.
Page 26 • 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 27 There are two hinges(left and right). Use the correct one. Captive Screw Wall Bracket Hinge (Left) Hinge (Right) Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct. If the length is too short or long, loosen all or some of the 4screws on the wall bracket to adjust the length.
Page 28 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) Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. Insert the screw B into the plastic hanger.
Page 29 Remove safety pin (3) and insert the 4 product holders into the corresponding bracket holes (1). Then place the product(2) so that it is firmly fixed to the bracket. Make sure to re-insert and tighten the safety pin (3) to securely hold the product to the bracket. Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment Adjust the bracket angle to -2°...
Page 30 Introduction Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle.
Page 31: Connecting A Computer
Connections Connecting a Computer 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 32: Connecting To Other Devices
Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display. • The DVI cable is optional. • Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items. Connecting to Other devices 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.
Page 33: Connecting To A Camcorder
Connecting to a Camcorder Locate the AV 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 . Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the AV IN [VIDEO] on the LCD Display .
Page 34: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable
Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Note • Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the HDMI terminal of the LCD Display using a DVI to HDMI cable. • Connect the red and white jacks of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite jack to the DVI / PC / HDMI AUDIO IN terminal of the LCD Display.
Page 35: Connecting A Usb Device
Note Connect the LAN cable. (Applicable to the MXn-2 model only) Connecting a USB device 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 36: Using The Software
Prepare a blank disk and download the driver program file at the Internet web site shown here. Internet web site : http://www.samsung.com/ (Worldwide) Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows".
Page 37: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)
Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Manual) ® Microsoft Windows Vista™‚ Operating System Insert your Manual CD into your CD-ROM drive.
Page 38 This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. Click "Update Driver..." in the "Driver" tab. Check the "Browse my computer for driver software" checkbox and click "Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer".
Page 39 Select the model that matches your monitor from the list of monitor models on the screen, and click "Next". 10. Click "Close" → "Close" → "OK" → "OK" on the following screens displayed in sequence. ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System...
Page 40 Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Start" → "Control Panel" then click the "Appearance and Themes" icon. Click "Display" icon and choose the "Settings" tab then click "Advanced...". Click the "Properties" button on the "Monitor" tab and select "Driver" tab. Click "Update Driver..."...
Page 41 If you can see following message window, then click the "Continue Anyway" button. Then click "OK" button. Note This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation doesn't damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button then click "OK" button continually.
Page 42 10. Monitor driver installation is completed. ® ® Microsoft Windows 2000 Operating System When you can see "Digital Signature Not Found" on your monitor, follow these steps. Choose "OK" button on the "Insert disk" window. Click the "Browse" button on the "File Needed" window. Choose A:(D:\Driver) then click the "Open"...
Page 43 Select the "Monitor" tab. Click the "Change" button in the "Monitor Type" area. Choose "Specify the location of the driver". Choose "Display a list of all the driver in a specific location..." then click "Next" button. Click the "Have Disk" button. Specify A:\(D:\driver) then click "OK"...
Page 44 Using the Software 10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other re- quested hardware.
Page 45: 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 46: 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 47: 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 48 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 49: 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 50: 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 51 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 52 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 53: 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 54: 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 55 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 56: 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 57 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 58: Image Lock
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 59: Maintenance
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 60 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 61: Video Wall
1) Scroll - This function is used to remove the afterimages that occur when a still screen is displayed on the selected display for a long time. 2) Pixel Shift - This allows the screen to be moved finely at the specified time interval. 3) Safety Screen - The Safety Screen function is used to prevent afterimages from occurring when a still screen is displayed on the monitor for a long time.
Page 62: 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 63: 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 64: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI • • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • MX-2 model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box. Source List MENU →...
Page 65 → ENTER → Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. HDMI Note • When connecting a PC to the HDMI or DVI terminal, set Edit Name to PC. In other cases, set Edit Name to AV.
Page 66 → ENTER → MagicBright is a feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the con- tents 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. You can easily select one of the four settings by simply pressing the MagicBright control button.
Page 67 → , → ENTER Adjusts the Contrast. Brightness MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Adjusts the Brightness. Sharpness MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Adjusts the Sharpness. Color Tone MENU → → ENTER → →...
Page 68 If you set the Color Tone to Off, the Color Control function is disabled Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance. MENU → → ENTER → (Not available in Dynamic Contrast mode of On.) Note If you adjust the picture by using the Color Control function, Color Tone will turn to the Cus- tom mode.
Page 69 Image Lock Image Lock is used to fine-tune and get the best image by removing noise that creates un- stable images with jitters and shakiness. If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse adjustment and then use Fine again. (Available in PC mode only) MENU →...
Page 70 Auto Adjustment MENU → → ENTER → The values of Fine, Coarse, Position are adjusted automatically. By changing the resolution in the control panel, the auto function is performed. (Available in PC mode only) Note The direct button on the remote control is the 'AUTO' button. Signal Balance This is used to make up for the weak RGB signal transmitted by a long signal cable.
Page 71 MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER B-Gain MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER R-Offset MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER G-Offset MENU → → ENTER → →...
Page 72: Dynamic Contrast
→ ENTER → The Size can be switched. 16:9 Dynamic Contrast MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Picture [ AV / HDMI / TV Mode] Available Modes •...
Page 73 → ENTER → The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Custom") that are preset at the factory. Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom can be activated. (Not available in Dynamic Contrast mode of On.) Dynamic Standard Movie Custom Note...
Page 74 Adjusts the Brightness. Sharpness MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Adjusts the picture Sharpness. Color MENU → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER Adjusts the picture Color. Tint MENU → → ENTER → → → , →...
Page 75: Color Temp
Cool1 Normal Warm1 Warm2 Note If you set the Color Tone to Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2, the Color Temp function is disabled. Color Temp MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Color temp is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. (Not available in Dynamic Contrast mode of On.) Note This function is only enabled if the Color Tone is set to Off.
Page 76 Note Certain external devices may feed the display an out of spec signal that may cause cutoff even when using the Just Scan feature. Zoom 1, Zoom 2 will be unavailabel in HDMI mode. Note The Position and Reset functions are available when Zoom 1 or Zoom 2 is run. Digital NR (Digital Noise Reduction) MENU →...
Page 77 Dynamic Contrast MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Sound Available Modes • PC / DVI • • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note •...
Page 78 Standard Selects Standard for the standard factory settings. Music Selects Music when watching music videos or concerts. Movie Selects Movie when viewing movies. Speech Selects Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialogue (i.e., news). Custom Selects Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to your personal preferences. Custom The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences.
Page 79 → , → ENTER Allows you to Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers. Auto Volume MENU → → → ENTER → → ENTER → Reduces the difference in volume control between broadcasters. SRS TS XT MENU → →...
Page 80 • • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • MX-2 model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box. Language MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER →...
Page 81 → , → ENTER → Current Time Setting. Sleep Timer MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → Turns the LCD Display off automatically at certain times. On Timer MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER →...
Page 82: Menu Transparency
→ ENTER → Turns the LCD Display off automatically at a preset time. Menu Transparency MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. High Medium Opaque Safety Lock PIN MENU →...
Page 83 Energy Saving MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → This feature adjusts the power consumption of the unit in order to save energy. HDMI Black Level MENU → → → → ENTER → When a DVD or set-top box is connected to your TV via HDMI, it may cause a degradation in the screen quality, such as an increase in the black level, a low contrast, or discoloration, etc., depending on the external device connected.
Page 84 Video Wall MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → → ENTER → Turns Off/On the Video Wall function of the selected display Off/On. Format MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → → → ENTER →...
Page 85 → ENTER → Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Five adjustment levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Vertical MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → → → → → ENTER → Sets how many parts the screen should be divided vertically. Five adjustment levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Page 86 Safety Screen The Safety Screen function is used to prevent afterimages that may appear when a still picture is displayed on the screen over a long time. • The Safety Screen function scrolls the screen for the specified period of time. •...
Page 87 Sets how many pixels the screen moves vertically. Five adjustment levels: 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Time MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → Set the time interval for performing the horizontal or vertical movement, respectively. Timer Timer MENU →...
Page 88 You can change the Safety Screen Type. Scroll Eraser Period MENU → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER → Use this function to set the execution period for each mode set in the timer. Time MENU → → → → ENTER → →...
Page 89 This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving all the pixels on the LCD ac- cording to a pattern. Use this function when there are remaining after-images or symbols on the screen, especially when you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time. MENU →...
Page 90: Power On Adjustment
→ 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 91 Side Gray MENU → → → → ENTER → ENTER → → ENTER → Select the brightness of the grey for the screen background. Light Dark Reset Reverts the product settings to factory defaults. The Reset function is only available when PC / DVI is being used.
Page 92 OSD Rotation MENU → → → → ENTER → → → → ENTER → [OSD Rotation ] → , → ENTER OSD Rotate Landscape Portrait Lamp Control MENU → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER → → , →...
Page 93: Multi Control
Multi Control Assigns an individual ID to the SET. MENU → → → → → [0~9] → • ID Setup Assigns distinctive IDs to the SET. • ID Input Use to select the transmitter functions of the individual SET. Only a SET where the ID corresponds to the transmitter setting becomes activated.
Page 94: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note Check the following items yourself before calling for assistance. Contact a Service Center for problems that you cannot solve by yourself. Self-Test Feature Check Turn off both your computer and the LCD Display. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. Turn on the LCD Display.
Page 95: Symptoms And Recommended Actions
• Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable sub- stances, or a wet cloth. • We recommend that a SAMSUNG cleansing agent is used to prevent damage to the screen. • Never use acetone, benzene or thinner. (They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen surface.)
Page 96: Problems Related To The Screen
Check if the signal cable between the computer and the LCD Display is securely con- nected. (Refer to Connecting a Computer) Problems related to the Screen Note Problems related to the LCD Display screen and their solutions are listed. The screen is blank and the power indicator is off. Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD Display is on.
Page 97: Problems Related To Audio
The screen color is inconsistent. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color image is distorted by dark shadows. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color white is poor. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The Power Indicator blinks.
Page 98 Check the polarities (+/-) of the batteries. Check if the batteries are empty. Check if the power is on. Check if the power cord is securely connected. Check if a special fluorescent or neon lamp is on in the vicinity. Q &...
Page 99 Set the resolution in the Control Panel → Appearance and Themes → Display → Screen Saver. Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the 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.
Page 100: Specifications
Specifications General SyncMaster 400MX-2, 400MXn-2 Model Name SyncMaster 460MX-2, 460MXn-2 LCD Panel SyncMaster 400MX-2, 400MXn-2 Size SyncMaster 460MX-2, 460MXn-2 SyncMaster 400MX-2, 400MXn-2 Display area SyncMaster 460MX-2, 460MXn-2 SyncMaster 400MX-2, 400MXn-2 Pixel Pitch SyncMaster 460MX-2, 460MXn-2 Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz...
Page 101 971.0 x 582.0 x 119.0 mm / 38.2 x 22.9 x 4.7 inch (Without Stand) SyncMaster 400MX-2, 971.0 x 643 x 311.0 mm / 38.2 x 25.3 x 12.2 inch (With Stand) / 19.0 kg / 41.9 lbs 400MXn-2 (With protection glass-option) 24.5 kg / 54.0 lbs 1102.0 x 658.0 x 125.5 mm / 43.4 x 25.9 x 4.9 inch (Without Stand)
Page 102 PowerSaver (When used as a Network monitor) State Power Indicator 400MXn-2 Power Consumption 460MXn-2 PowerSaver (When used as a normal monitor) State Power Indicator 400MX-2 Power Consumption 460MX-2 Normal Power saving mode Operation Blinking 228 W Less than 5 W...
Page 103: Preset Timing Modes
Specifications If the signal transferred from the computer is the same as the following Preset Timing Modes, the screen will be adjusted automatically. However, if the signal differs, the screen may go blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjusts the screen as follows.
Page 104: For Better Display
Information For Better Display Adjust the computer resolution and screen injection rate (refresh rate) on the computer as described below to enjoy the best picture quality. You can have an uneven picture quality on screen if the best picture quality is not provided for TFT- LCD.
Page 105 Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode • Turn the power off for 4 hours after 20 hours in use • Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use • Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme. •...
Page 106: Select Method
• Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large dif- ference in luminance. Avoid using Grey colors, which can cause Image retention easily. Avoid: Colors with big difference in luminance (Black & White, Grey) Change the characters color periodically •...
Page 107 Note ( Please check CD's User Guide at "OSD Function", some model's will not availa- ble ) Apply the Screen Pixel function on Product • Apply the Screen Pixel function - Symptom: Dot with Black Color move up and down. - Select method •...
Page 108 - Select method • Instruction Guide : OSD Menu -> Set Up -> Safety Screen -> Eraser • 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 availa- ble )
Page 109 Appendix Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE 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 ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP.
Page 110 022 - 607 - 93 - 33 PORTUGAL (7267864) SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sk SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG(902 172 678) SWEDEN 075 - SAMSUNG (726 78 64) http://www.samsung.com/se SWITZERLAND 0848 - SAMSUNG (7267864, CHF 0.08/min) 0845 SAMSUNG (7267864) ESTONIA 800-7267 LATVIA 8000-7267...
Page 111 010-6475 1880 HONG KONG:3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk 3030 8282 http://www.samsung.com/in 1-800-3000-8282 1800 110011 0800-112-8888 http://www.samsung.com/id 0120-327-527 http://www.samsung.com/jp 1800-88-9999 http://www.samsung.com/my 0800 SAMSUNG(0800 726 http://www.samsung.com/nz 786) 1-800-10-SAMSUNG http://www.samsung.com/ph (726-7864) 1-800-3-SAMSUNG (726-7864) 02-5805777 1800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/sg 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 http://www.samsung.com/th 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com/tw 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com/vn...
Page 112: Correct Disposal
Horizontal Frequency Interlace and Non-Interlace Methods Plug & Play Resolution SRS TS XT Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only quency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate. Unit: Hz Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per sec- ond, this is regarded as 60 Hz.
Page 113 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Elec- tronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this ma- terial.
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