Page 1: Lcd Monitor
SyncMaster 520DX,520DXn LCD Monitor User Manual...
Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Notational Note These safety instructions must be followed to ensure your safety and prevent property damage. 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
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. • Do not disconnect the power cord while using the product. •...
Page 4 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. • Do not place the front of the product on the floor. •...
Page 5 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. • Since the product housing is easily scratched, make sure to use the specified cloth only.
Page 6 Safety Instructions Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable. • Otherwise, it may fall and result in electric shock, damage to the product or fire due to damage to the cable. Do not lift or move the product back and forwards or right and left while only holding the power cord or signal cables.
Page 7 Safety Instructions Take a rest for at least five (5) minutes after using the monitor 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 Safety Instructions Do not place the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near any heat such as a fire or heater. • This may reduce the lifetime of the product, and may result in fire. Do not drop any objects onto the product or cause any impact to the product.
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 Remote Control (Not available in all loca- BNC to RCA Adaptor Jack Sold separately DVI Cable TV tuner box (Applicable to the DX model 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. Adjust buttons (Left-Right buttons) / Volume buttons Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected menu val- ues.
Page 12 Use this button for turning the LCD Display on and off. Brightness Sensor The product's Brightness Sensor function automatically detects the surrounding brightness using a brightness sensor and adjusts its brightness accordingly. Power indicator Shows PowerSaver mode by blinking green Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions.
Page 13 Introduction RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port DVI / PC / HDMI IN [DVI/PC/HDMI AUDIO 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 dig- ital output device using a HDMI cable.
Page 14 Introduction BNC/COMPONENT OUT[R/PR, G/Y, B/PB, H, V] (BNC/Component Connection Terminal (Out- put)) BNC (Analog PC) Connection: connecting the R, G, B, H, V ports. Component Connection: connecting the PR, Y, PB ports. BNC/COMPONENT IN[R/PR, G/Y, B/PB, H, (BNC/Component Connection Terminal (Input)) LAN (LAN Connection Terminal) (Applicable to the DXn model only) USB(USB Connection Terminal)
Page 15: Remote Control
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 frequency. Introduction Kensington Lock The Kensington Lock is a device used to physi-...
Page 16 POWER 3. Number Buttons Introduction POWER Number Buttons button + VOL - MUTE TV/DTV MENU INFO COLOR BUTTONS TTX/MIX STILL AUTO S.MODE LOCK SOURCE ENTER/PRE-CH CH/P D.MENU GUIDE RETURN Up-Down Left-Right buttons EXIT MagicInfo P.MODE DUAL/MTS SWAP Turns the product On. Turns the product Off.
Page 17 4. DEL button 5. + VOL - MUTE 7. TV/DTV MENU INFO 11.COLOR BUTTONS TTX/MIX 13.STILL 14.AUTO 15. S.MODE 16.MDC 17.LOCK SOURCE ENTER/PRE-CH 20. CH/P 21.D.MENU 22.GUIDE RETURN Introduction The "-" button operates only for DTV. It is used to select MMS (multi-channel) for a DTV.
Page 18 24. Up-Down Left-Right but- tons EXIT 27.MagicInfo 28. P.MODE DUAL/MTS 30. PIP 31.SWAP Mechanical Layout(520DX(N)) Mechanical Layout Introduction Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, vertically or adjusts selected menu values. Exits from the menu screen. Selects SRS TruSurround XT mode. MagicInfo Quick Launch Button.
Page 19 Introduction...
Page 20: Lcd Display Head
Distributor to place an order. 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 Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion. Introduction...
Page 21: 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 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 23: 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 24: 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 25 Introduction Make sure to use the top center, and not the leftor the right side of the product to adjust the angle. Mechanical Layout(520DX(N)) Mechanical Layout...
Page 26 Distributor to place an order. 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 Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion. Introduction...
Page 27 • 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 28 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 29 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 30 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 31 Introduction Make sure to use the top center, and not the leftor the right side of the product to adjust the angle.
Page 32: 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. Note AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can be connected to the LCD Display.
Page 33: 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 34: Connecting To A Camcorder
Select AV using the SOURCE . Note The LCD Display has AV connection terminals to connect AV input devices like DVDs, VCRs or Camcorders. You may enjoy AV signals as long as the LCD Display is turned on. Connecting to a Camcorder Locate the AV output jacks on the camcorder.
Page 35: Connecting A Dtv Set Top Box
Connect a set of audio cables between the AV 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 Display and the P Note •...
Page 36: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable
Connecting Using a HDMI Cable Note • Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the HDMI terminal of the LCD Display using the HDMI cable. • You cannot connect a PC to the HDMI terminal. Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Note •...
Page 37: Connecting A Lan Cable
Connecting a LAN Cable 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. Note AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can be connected to the LCD Display.
Page 38 Connections Note You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. (Applicable to the DXn model only)
Page 39: 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". Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.
Page 40: 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 41 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. 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 42 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 Using the Software...
Page 43 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 44 "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. Using the Software...
Page 45 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 46 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 47 Installation MagicInfo Pro Installation Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MagicInfo Pro installation file. When the Install Shield Wizard window appears, click "Next." Select "I agree to the terms of the license agreement" to accept the terms of use. You are required to log in to the MagicInfo Pro Server program.
Page 48 Choose a folder to install the MagicInfo Pro program. Click "Install." Using the Software...
Page 49 The "Installation Status" window appears. It is recommended restarting the system for the normal operation of the MagicInfo Pro Server program. Click "Finish". Using the Software...
Page 50: System Requirements
10. When the installation is complete, the MagicInfo Pro executable icon appears on your desktop. 11. Double-click the icon to start the program. System Requirements Minimum P1.8 Recommen- P3.0GHz Using the Software Ethernet 256M 100M/1G Windows XP Windows 512M 2000 (Serv- ice Pack 4) Application WMP 9 or...
Page 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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 54 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 55: 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 56: 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 57 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 58 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 59: 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 60: 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 61 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 62: 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 63 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 64: 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 65: 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 66 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 67: 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 68: 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 69: 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 70: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / BNC / DVI • • HDMI • MagicInfo • • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • The MagicInfo menu is available when a network box is installed. Source List MENU →...
Page 71: Picture [Pc / Bnc / Dvi / Magicinfo Mode]
This is deactivated when a TV tuner box is installed. MagicInfo This is activated when a network box is installed in the HN or H model. This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed. BNC mode is not supported if the component cable is connected. To use BNC mode, remove the component cable and connect the BNC cable.
Page 72 • • HDMI • MagicInfo • • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • The MagicInfo menu is available when a network box is installed. MagicBright MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → ENTER → [MagicBright] → , → ENTER MagicBright is a feature providing the optimum viewing environment depending on the contents of the image you are watching.
Page 73: Color Tone
Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference. MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → → ENTER → [Custom] Note By adjusting the picture using the Custom function, MagicBright will change to Custom mode. Contrast MENU →...
Page 74: Color Control
Warm Custom Note If you set the Color Tone to Cool, Normal, Warm, or Custom, the Color Temp function is disabled. If you set the Color Tone to Off, the Color Control function is disabled Color Control Adjusts individual Red, Green, Blue color balance. MENU →...
Page 75: Auto Adjustment
Image Lock Image Lock is used to fine-tune and get the best image by removing noise that creates unstable 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 76 (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. MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → → → → → → → ENTER → [Signal Balance] (Available in PC mode only) Signal Balance MENU →...
Page 77 MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → ance] → → ENTER → [Signal Control] → → ENTER G-Offset MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → ance] → → ENTER → [Signal Control]→ → ENTER B-Offset MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → ance] →...
Page 78: Brightness Sensor
Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Brightness Sensor MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → [Brightness Sensor ] → , →ENTER Brightness Sensor is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum brightness.
Page 79 The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie" and "Cus- tom") that are preset at the factory. Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom can be activated. Dynamic Standard Movie Custom Note The direct button on the remote control is the 'P.MODE' button. Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference.
Page 80 Adjusts the picture Color. Tint MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → → [Tint] → , → ENTER Adds a natural tone to the display. Note Tint function can be available just in NTSC system. Color Tone MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → → → ENTER → [Color Tone] → , → ENTER The color tones can be changed.
Page 81: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)
Size MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → → → → → ENTER → [Size] → , → ENTER The Size can be switched. 16:9 - Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. Zoom 1 - Magnifies the size of the picture on the screen. Zoom 2 - Magnifies the size of the picture more than “Zoom 1”.
Page 82 Film Mode MENU → → ENTER → [Picture] → → → → → → → ENTER → [Film Mode ] → , → ENTER The Film Mode feature offers you a theater-quality viewing experience. (In HDMI mode, this function can be available when the input signal is interlaced scan; it cannot be available with progressive scan signal.) Dynamic Contrast MENU →...
Page 83 Sound Available Modes • PC / BNC / DVI • • HDMI • MagicInfo • • Component Note • The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed. • The MagicInfo menu is available when a network box is installed. Mode MENU →...
Page 84: Auto Volume
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. MENU → → → ENTER → [Sound] → → ENTER → [Custom ] Note •...
Page 85 SRS TS XT MENU → → → ENTER → [Sound] → → → → ENTER → [SRS TS XT] → , → ENTER SRS TS XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers.
Page 86: Clock Set
You can choose one of 11 languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. Time Selects from one of 4 time settings, Clock Set, Sleep Timer, On Timer, and Off Timer. MENU →...
Page 87: Off Timer
On Timer MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → ENTER → [Time ] → → → ENTER→ [On Timer] → , / , → ENTER Turns the LCD Display on automatically at a preset time. Controls the mode and the volume level at the time the LCD Display turns on automatically.
Page 88: Safety Lock Pin
Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. High Medium Opaque Safety Lock PIN MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → 9] → [0 9] → [0 9] → [0 9] The password can be changed. Energy Saving MENU →...
Page 89 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. In this case, adjust the screen quality of your TV by configuring the HDMI black level.
Page 90 The Format can be selected to see a divided screen. Full Provides a full screen without any margins. Natural Displays a natural image with the original aspect ratio intact. Horizontal MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → Wall ]→...
Page 91: Screen Divider
Screen Divider MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → Wall ]→ → → → → ENTER → [Screen Divider] The screen can be divided into several images. A number of screens can be selected with a different layout when dividing.
Page 92: Horizontal Dot
Note The Pixel Shift is not available when Video Wall is On. Horizontal Dot MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → → → → → ENTER → [Safety Screen] → ENTER → [Pixel Shift] → → ENTER → [Horizontal Dot] → , → ENTER Sets how many pixels the screen moves horizontally.
Page 93 Timer Timer MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → → → → → ENTER → [Safety Screen] → → ENTER → [Timer] → ENTER → [Timer] → , → ENTER You can set the timer for Screen Burn Protection. If you start the operation to erase any residual image, the operation will be performed for the set period of time and then automatically finish.
Page 94 Use this function to set the execution period for each mode set in the timer. Time MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → → → → → ENTER → [Safety Screen] → → ENTER → [Timer] → → → → ENTER → [Time] → , → ENTER Within the set period of time specify a time for execution.
Page 95: Resolution Select
Eraser MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → → → → → ENTER → [Safety Screen] → → → → →ENTER → [Eraser] This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving a rectangular pattern. Resolution Select MENU →...
Page 96: Side Gray
Adjusts the Power On time for the screen. Caution: Set the Power On time to be longer to avoid overvoltage. Side Gray MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → → → → → → → → ENTER →...
Page 97: Color Reset
Note The Reset function is not available when Video Wall is On. Color Reset MENU → → → → ENTER → [Setup] → → → → ENTER → [Reset ]→ → ENTER → [Color Reset ] → , → ENTER Lamp Control MENU →...
Page 98 • 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. MagicInfo Available Modes • PC / BNC / DVI •...
Page 99 • To setup MagicInfo on a Windows screen, a keyboard and mouse are required. • To setup MagicInfo on a Windows screen, refer to the MagicInfo Server Help. It is highly recommended not to turn off the AC power during an operation. •...
Page 100 5. The Windows Desktop is displayed and the Magicinfo pro icon (the image will be inserted) appears. Move the cursor over the icon. Note If the Magicinfo icon is not displayed on the notification area, double click the Magicinfo icon on the window desktop.
Page 101: Slide Show
Auto Automatically fits the image to the window. Original Shows the properties of the original file. Slide Show Displays the properties of the original file as they are. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 102 Interval Controls the time intervals between image files for a slide show. (5 Sec, 10 Sec, 20 Sec, 30 Sec, 60 Sec) Rotation Displays an image file by turning it clockwise by 90 degrees. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 103 Zoom Displays a reduced picture. Close Closes the image control Menu. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 104 Music The MP3 file format is supported. Movie The MPEG1, WMV file format are supported. Play Plays a movie file. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 105 Full Size Plays a movie file in full screen. OFFICE / HTML PPT(Power Point), DOC(MS Word), XLS(MS Excel), PDF, HTML, HTM files are displayed. Note • Install the proper viewer(freeware) program to see the MS Office(Word, Excel, Power Point) or PDF doucuments.
Page 106: Schedule View
Internet Connects to the Internet Setup Sets various functions in MagicInfo mode. A password must be entered to access Setup mode. Schedule View Displays a schedule. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 107 TCP/IP Changes the TCP/IP settings. Connection Modifies the network settings. Adjusting the LCD Display...
Page 108 Password The password can be changed. • The password should be between 6 and 12 characters in numeric format. (You should enter a password between 6 and 12 characters in numeric format) • If you enter the wrong password three times, the setup configuration is reset and a warning message appears from the server.
Page 109: Play Option
Play Option You can set the repeat play and screen settings. Repeat : Determines the repeat option for playing movies and music. • None - Select No Repeat to play a movie or tune in the list only once. • File Repeat - Select Repeat File to play a movie or tune in the list repeatedly.
Page 110: 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 111: Symptoms And Recommended Actions
• Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substan- ces, 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 sur- face.)
Page 112: Problems Related To The Screen
Check if the signal cable between the computer and the LCD Display is securely connected. (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 113: Problems Related To Audio
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 114: Problems Related To Magicinfo
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. Problems related to MagicInfo Note Making a Bootable USB Flash Disk. Making a Bootable USB Flash Disk 1) You can turn a common 512-MB or bigger USB storage media into a bootable disk using a USB bootable disk creation tool.
Page 115 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 Man- ual). How can I clean the outer case/LCD Panel? Disconnect the power cord and then clean the LCD Display with a soft cloth, using either a cleaning solution or plain water.
Page 116: Specifications
AC 100 - 240 V~ (+/- 10 %), 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz Signal Cable 15pin-to-15pin D-sub cable, Detachable DVI-D to DVI-D connector, Detachable Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight SyncMaster 520DX SyncMaster 520DXn SyncMaster 520DX(N) 52" Diagonal (132 cm) 1152.0 mm (H) X 648.0 mm (V) 0.6 mm (H) X 0.6 mm (V)
Page 117 Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight VESA Mounting Interface 400 x 800 mm Environmental considerations Operating Storage Plug and Play Capability This LCD Display can be installed on any Plug & Play compatible system. The interaction of the LCD Display and the computer systems will provide the best operating conditions and LCD Display settings.
Page 118 Item File Internet Browser Language MagicInfo Pro - Server Requirement Note This is activated when a network box is installed in the MXn or MX model. Minimum Recommended PowerSaver This LCD Display has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your LCD Display to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time.
Page 119: Preset Timing Modes
Preset Timing Modes 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. Display Mode IBM, 640 x 350 IBM, 640 x 480...
Page 120: 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 121 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 122: Select Method
• Avoid using a combination of characters and background color with large difference 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 123 Note ( Please check CD's User Guide at "OSD Function", some model's will not available ) Apply the Screen Pixel function on Product • Apply the Screen Pixel function - Symptom: Dot with Black Color move up and down. - Select method •...
Page 124 - 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 available ) Information...
Page 125: Contact Samsung Worldwide
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 126 0825 08 65 65 (€ 0,15/Min) GERMANY 01805 - SAMSUNG (7267864, € 0,14/Min) HUNGARY 06-80-SAMSUNG (726-7864) ITALIA 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) LUXEMBURG 02 261 03 710 NETHERLANDS 0900-SAMSUNG (7267864, € 0,10/Min) NORWAY 3 - SAMSUNG (7267864) POLAND 0-801-1SAMSUNG (172678) 022-607-93-33 PORTUGAL 808 20-SAMSUNG (7267864)
Page 127 U.A.E Terms Dot Pitch Vertical Frequency Horizontal Frequency Interlace Non-Interlace Methods Plug & Play Resolution Appendix Asia Pacific 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 http://www.samsung.com/nz 786) 1800-10-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ph 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 Middle East & Africa 0860-SAMSUNG(726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/za...
Page 128: Correct Disposal
SRS TS XT Correct Disposal Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) - Europe only Correct disposal of batteries in this product - Europe only Note The rechargeable battery incorporated in this product is not user replaceable. For information on its replacement, please contact your service provider.
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