Page 1: Lcd Display
SyncMaster 400CX-2, 400CXN-2, 460CX-2, 460CXN-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 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
Ensure that the power plug is plugged into the power outlet firmly and correctly. • place any heavy material on it. • Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power out- let. • Do not disconnect the power cord while using the product. •...
Page 4 Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the product as possible. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet. •...
Page 5 Clean When cleaning the monitor case or the surface of the TFT-LCD screen, wipe with a slightly moistened, soft cloth. Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the prod- uct. • outlet, clean it with a dry cloth. •...
Page 6 When you drop the product or the case is broken, turn the power off and disconnect the power cord. Contact a Service Center. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. If thunder or lightning is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable.
Page 7 When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the vol- ume too high. • Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing. To avoid eyestrain, do not sit too close to the product. Take a rest for at least five (5) minutes after using the mon- itor for one (1) hour.
Page 8 Use only the specified standardized batteries, and do not use a new battery and a used battery at the same time. • Otherwise, the batteries may be damaged or cause fire, personal injury or damage due to a leakage of the internal liquid.
Page 9 • Since the front part of the product is heavy, install the product on a level and stable surface. Do not put any heavy objects on the product. • This may result in personal injury and/or damage to the product.
Page 10: Checking The Contents Of The Package
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. Checking the Contents of the Package Remove the lock from the package box, as shown in the figure above. Lift up the package box by holding the grooves on both sides of the...
Page 11 Manuals Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all loca- MagicInfo Software CD, MagicInfo Manual CD (Applicable to the CXN-2 model only) Cables Power Cord Others Remote Control (Not available in all loca- Cleaning Cloth Sold separately DVI Cable Warranty Card tions) Batteries (AAA X 2) (Applicable to the CXN-2...
Page 12 Sold separately Component to D-sub Cable Note Cleaning Cloth is only provided for highly polished black products as a product feature. 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.
Page 13 SOURCE button [SOURCE] Switches from PC mode to Video mode. Selects the input source that an external device is connected to. [PC] → [DVI] → [AV] → [Component] → [HDMI]→ [MagicInfo] → [TV] Note MagicInfo supports the CXN-2 model only. D.MENU Opens the on-screen D.MENU.
Page 14 POWER S/W ON [ │ ] / OFF [O] Switches the LCD Display On/Off. POWER The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall outlet. RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port RGB/COMPONENT IN (PC Video Con- nection Terminal) •...
Page 15 Use a DVI Cable (DVI-D to DVI-D) - DVI mode (Digital PC) DVI/RGB/HDMI AUDIO IN(PC/DVI/ HDMI(PC) Audio connection terminal(in- put)) AV / COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R- AU- DIO- L] Connect the port of the DVD, VCR (DVD / DTV Set-Top Box) to the [ R- AUDIO - L] port of the LCD Display.
Page 16 COMMON INTERFACE This contains information on CAM inserted in the CI slot and displays it. When not inserting CI CARD in some channels, Scramble Signal is displayed on the screen. You can install the CAM anytime whether the TV is ON or OFF. SERVICE This is a reserved terminal used for serv- icing.
Page 17: 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.
Page 18 POWER 3. Number Buttons 4. DEL / GUIDE but- 5. + VOL - SOURCE D.MENU POWER Number Buttons / GUIDE button + VOL - SOURCE D.MENU TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right buttons INFO COLOR BUTTONS TTX/MIX MTS/DUAL ENTER/PRE-CH MUTE CH/P MENU RETURN EXIT MagicInfo Turns the product On.
Page 19 8. TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right buttons INFO 11. COLOR BUTTONS TTX/MIX 13. MTS/DUAL ENTER/PRE-CH MUTE CH/P 17. TV Use to quickly select frequently used functions. Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, ver- tically or adjusts selected menu values. Current picture information is displayed on the upper left corner of the screen.
Page 20: Mechanical Layout
At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any damage to the product or persons if you elect to install the unit on your own. - This fuction does not work for this LCD Display.
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 persons if you elect to install the unit on your own. • This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
Page 22 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 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 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.
Page 25 When installing VESA, make sure to comply with the international VESA standards. • Purchasing VESA Bracket and Installation Information : Please contact your nearest SAMSUNG Distributor to place an order. After your order is placed, installation pro- fessionals will visit you and install the bracket. •...
Page 26 • Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. • SAMSUNG Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or persons if you elect to install the unit on your own. • This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
Page 27 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 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.
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 AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can be connected to the LCD Display. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices, refer to the contents under Adjusting Your LCD Display. Connect the power cord for your LCD Display to the power port on the back of the LCD Display.
Page 32: Connecting To Other Devices
Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display. • Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items. Connecting to Other devices 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 Common Interface
Connect the CATV cable or TV antenna cable to the "ANT IN" port on the rear side of the LCD Display. Using a TV antenna cable (sold separately). When using an interior antenna terminal: • Check the antenna terminal on the wall first and connect the antenna cable. When using an outdoor antenna: •...
Page 34: Connecting Av Devices
Insert the CAM with the CI CARD installed into the common interface slot. (Insert the CAM in the direction of the arrow, right up to the end so that it is parallel with the slot.) Check if you can see a picture on a scrambled signal channel. Connecting AV Devices Connect the Video and Audio [R-AUDIO-L] port of the DVD, VCR or DTV Set-Top Box to the Video and Audio [R-AUDIO-L] LCD Display.
Page 35: Connecting To A Camcorder
• For an explanation of Component video, consult your DVD or external device's user manual. 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/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO- L] on the LCD Display .
Page 36: Connecting Using A Dvi Cable
Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the HDMI IN 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 op- posite jack to the DVI / RGB AUDIO IN terminal of the LCD Display.
Page 37: Connecting A Dtv Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box
Connecting a DTV Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box Connect the Component to D-sub cable(sold separately) to the product's RGB/ COMPONENT IN port and the COMPONENT - PR, Y, PB ports on the Set-Top Box. Connect a set of audio cables between the AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO- L] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set Top Box.
Page 38 Connect the LAN cable. (CXN-2 model only) Connecting a USB device • You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard. (CXN-2 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/ Installing the Monitor Driver (Automatic) Insert CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Windows".
Page 40: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)
Note This monitor driver is certified by Microsoft, and installing it will not 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 This monitor driver is under certifying MS logo, and this installation will not 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 se- quence.
Page 43 ® ® Microsoft Windows XP Operating System 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 Then click "OK" button. Note This monitor driver is certified by Microsoft, and this installation will not damage your system. The certified driver will be posted on Samsung Monitor homepage. http://www.samsung.com/ Click the "Close" button, then click the "OK" button continually.
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 Problems
Enter the model name of your monitor. This information will not affect the actual execution of X-Window. 10. You have finished setting up your monitor. Execute X-Window after setting other requested hardware. MDC (Multi-Display Channel) Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MDC installation file.
Page 48 Using the Software Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a program". Select MDC from the list and then click the "Add/Delete" button. Using MDC...
Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 52 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.
Page 53: Input Source
Power Control allows controlling some of the functions of the selected display. 1) Power On/Off - 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 54 • PC Mode...
Page 55 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 56: Image Size
The Input Source Control feature is available only for the displays whose power status is ON. Image Size PC, BNC, DVI 1. Click Image Size of the main icons and the Image Size control screen appears. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Image Size Control. ( Power Status) - Shows the power status of the current display.
Page 57 Image Size TV, AV, S-Video, Component, DVI(HDCP), HDMI, DTV 1. Click Image Size of the main icons and the Image Size control screen appears. 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.
Page 58 1. Click Time of the main icons and the Time Control screen appears. 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.
Page 59: Pip Size
PIP Size 1. Click PIP of the main icons and the PIP control screen appears. Click Select All or use Check Box to select a display to control. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to PIP Size Control. 1) PIP Size - Shows the current PIP Size of the display in use.
Page 60: Pip Source
PIP Source 1. Click PIP of the main icons and the PIP control screen appears. 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.
Page 61 Settings Picture 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 62: Picture Pc
- Adjusts the Color Tone for the selected display. 8) Color Temp - Adjusts the Color Temp for the selected display. 9) Brightness Sensor - Adjusts the Brightness Sensor for the selected display. 10) Dynamic Contrast - Adjusts the Dynamic Contrast for the selected display. The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model.
Page 63 2) Contrast - Adjusts Contrast of the selected display. 3) Brightness - Adjusts Brightness for the selected display. 4) Red - Adjusts red Color of the selected display. - Available only for NT. 5) Green - Adjusts green Color of the selected display. - Available only for NT.
Page 64 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. Changing a value in this screen will automatically change the mode to "CUSTOM."...
Page 65: Image Lock
Image Lock 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. 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.
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) 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 68 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: Troubleshooting
You may not operate this function in MagicInfo. 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. Troubleshooting 1. The display you wish to control does not appear on the Power Control Info Grid - Check the connection of RS232C.
Page 70 2. Selected one display: Fetches and displays the settings value for the selected display. 3. Selected one display (ID1) and add another display (ID3): The program, which was displaying the settings value of ID 1, fetches and displays the value of ID3. 4.
Page 71: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note MagicInfo supports the CXN-2 model only. Source List MENU → ENTER → → → ENTER Use to select PC, DVI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display. Use to select the screen of your choice.
Page 72 Note Available Modes: PIP ON When external AV 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) MENU →...
Page 73 • AV : PC / TV • HDMI : PC / TV • TV : PC / DVI / AV / Component / HDMI Note The direct button on the remote control is the 'SOURCE' button. Swap MENU → ENTER → Swaps the contents of the PIP and main image.
Page 74: Edit Name
→ → ENTER Changes the Position of the PIP window. Transparency MENU → ENTER → → → ENTER Adjusts the Transparency of PIP windows. • High • Medium • • Opaque Note • PIP turns off when the LCD Display is switched to an external source. •...
Page 75 (1920x1080) are common signals for AV and PC, make sure to set the Edit Name in accordance with the input signal. • The Picture menu changes depending on the input signal and Edit Name. Picture [PC / DVI / MagicInfo Mode] Available Modes •...
Page 76 Text Normal brightness For documents or works involving heavy text. Custom Although the values are carefully chosen by our engineers, the pre-configured values may not be comfortable to your eyes depending on your taste. If this is the case, adjust the brightness and contrast by using the OSD menu. Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference.
Page 77: Color Control
Color Tone MENU → → ENTER → → → ENTER The color tones can be changed. (Not available in Dynamic Contrast mode of On.) Cool Normal Warm Custom Note If you set the Color Tone to Cool, Normal, Warm, or Custom, the Color Temp function is disabled.
Page 78 Green MENU → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER Blue MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Color Temp MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Color Temp is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. (Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.) Note This function is only enabled if the Color Tone is set to Off.
Page 79 Fine MENU → → 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). Position MENU → → ENTER → →...
Page 80 → → ENTER Selects either On or Off with the signal control. Signal Control MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → → R-Gain MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER G-Gain MENU → → ENTER → → , →...
Page 81 MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER B-Offset MENU → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER Size MENU → → ENTER → → → ENTER The Size can be switched. 16:9 HDMI Black Level MENU → →...
Page 82 Normal Note For Timing which can be used for both the PC and the DTV in DVI, HDMI mode, HDMI Black Level will be activated. PIP Picture MENU → → ENTER → → → ENTER Adjusts the PIP Screen Settings. Note •...
Page 83: Dynamic Contrast
MENU → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER Adjusts the Color of the PIP window on the screen. Note • Enabled only when the PIP input is selected in AV, HDMI, Component or TV mode. Tint MENU → →...
Page 84: Brightness Sensor
→ , → ENTER Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption. Note This function does not operate when Dynamic Contrast is set to On in PC, DVI, AV, Component, HDMI,MagicInfo ,TV, modes. Brightness Sensor MENU → → ENTER → ENTER →...
Page 85 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 when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.) Dynamic Standard Movie Custom Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference.
Page 86 → , → ENTER Adjusts the picture Color. Tint MENU → → ENTER → → → , → ENTER Adds a natural tone to the display. Color Tone MENU → → ENTER → → → ENTER The color tones can be changed. The individual Color components are also user ad- justable.
Page 87: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)
→ , → ENTER Color temp is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image colors. (Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.) Note This function is only enabled if the Color Tone is set to Off. Size MENU →...
Page 88: Film Mode
→ → ENTER Turns the Digital Noise Reduction feature Off/On. The Digital Noise Reduction feature allows you to enjoy clearer and crisper images. Note Digital NR function is not available for all resolutions. HDMI Black Level MENU → → ENTER → →...
Page 89 → → ENTER The Film Mode feature offers you a theater-quality viewing experience. (In HDMI mode, this function is available when the input signal is interlaced scan; it is not available in progressive scan.) PIP Picture MENU → → ENTER → →...
Page 90 → , → ENTER Adjusts the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the PIP window. Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen. Color MENU → → ENTER → → ENTER → → → → → , →...
Page 91 Lamp Control MENU → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption. Note This function does not operate when Dynamic Contrast is set to On in PC, DVI, AV, HDMI, Component, TV, or MagicInfo modes. ( MagicInfo : Applicable to the CXN-2 model only ).
Page 92 Mode MENU → → → ENTER → → → ENTER The LCD Display has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier. 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 dialog (i.e., news).
Page 93 Treble MENU → → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Emphasizes high frequency audio. Balance MENU → → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Allows you to Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers. Auto Volume MENU →...
Page 94 surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including in- ternal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats. Sound Select MENU → → → ENTER → → → ENTER Selects either Main or Sub when PIP is On. Note Available Modes: PIP ON Main...
Page 95 Setup Available Modes • PC / DVI • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Language MENU → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER You can choose one of 13 languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer.
Page 96 → → , → ENTER Current Time Setting. Sleep Timer MENU → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER Turns the LCD Display off automatically at certain times. On Timer MENU → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER Turns the LCD Display on automatically at a preset time.
Page 97 → → 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 Change PIN MENU →...
Page 98 Note The preset password for the LCD Display is "0000". Lock On MENU → → → → ENTER → ENTER → → [0∼9] → [0∼9] → [0∼9] → [0∼9] This is the function that locks the OSD in order to keep the current settings or to prevent others from adjusting the settings.
Page 99 Video Wall MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → → → ENTER Turns Off/On the Video Wall function of the selected display Off/On. Format MENU → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER → → → ENTER The Format can be selected to see a divided screen.
Page 100 → → ENTER Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Five adjustment levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. Vertical MENU → → → → ENTER → → → → → ENTER Sets how many parts the screen should be divided vertically. Five adjustment levels: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Page 101 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 102 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 103 You can change the Safety Screen Type. Scroll Eraser Period MENU → → → → ENTER → → Use this function to set the execution period for each mode set in the timer. Time MENU → → → → ENTER → →...
Page 104 This function helps to remove after-images on the screen by moving all the pixels on the LCD according 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 105: Resolution Select
→ → ENTER Select the brightness of the grey for the screen background. Light Dark Resolution Select MENU → → → → 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, 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz by using this function(Resolution Select), you can have the picture displayed on the screen in the specified resolution.
Page 106 Power On Adjustment MENU → → → → ENTER → → → → ENTER Adjusts the Power On time for the screen. OSD Rotation MENU → → → → ENTER → → → → ENTER → → → ENTER OSD Rotate Landscape Portrait Reset...
Page 107: Color Reset
→ , → ENTER Note Available in PC mode only Note The Reset function is not available when Video Wall is On. Color Reset MENU → → → → ENTER → → ENTER → → , → ENTER Multi Control Available Modes •...
Page 108 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. MagicInfo Available Modes •...
Page 109 • The server program's Power-On option works only if the LCD Display's power is completely shut off. Please make sure not to use the Power-On option when the LCD Display is in the process of shutting down since this may cause system errors on the LCD Display. •...
Page 110 Adjusting the LCD Display In step 2 of MagicInfo Setup Wizard, you don’t have to go to Network Setting on the desktop to make your settings for TCP/IP. You just do that at step 2 of MagicInfo in- stallation. 3. Select Language -step 3 When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them.
Page 111: Available Modes
You can select which rotation type will be applied to your device. 5. Setup Information Shows the settings that have been selected by the user Note If the MagicInfo icon is not displayed on the notification area, double click the MagicInfo icon on the window desktop.
Page 112 • MagicInfo • Note MagicInfo supports the CXN-2 model only. Picture Size You can switch the Size. TOOLS button to display the Tools menu. You can also set the size by Press the selecting Tools → Picture Size. Auto Wide Automatically adjusts the picture size to the "16:9"...
Page 113: Screen Mode
to magnify or reduce the picture size in the vertical direction. Then press the ENTER button. After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i / 1080p) mode: Select Position by pressing the picture. • Reset : Press the can initialize the setting.
Page 114: Audio Format
Sound Audio Language You can change the default value for audio languages. Displays the language infor- mation for the incoming stream. Note While viewing a digital channel, this function can be selected. You can only select the language among the actual languages being broadcast. Audio Format When sound is emitted from both the main speaker and the audio receiver, a sound echo may occur due to the decoding speed difference between the main speaker and...
Page 115 This is an auxiliary audio function that provides an additional audio track for visually challenged persons. This function handles the Audio Stream for the AD (Audio De- scription), when it is sent along with the Main audio from the broadcaster. Users can turn the Audio Description On or Off and control the volume.
Page 116: Manual Store
You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. Note If a channel is locked using the Child Lock function, the PIN input window appears. Air / Cable Antenna source to memorize.
Page 117 • Frequency : Set the frequency using the number buttons. • Bandwidth : Set the bandwidth using the Note Digital Channel is only available in DTV mode. When it has finished, channels are updated in the channel list. Analogue Channel Manual store for analogue channel.
Page 118: Cable Search Option
Cable Search Option Using this function, you can manually add the channel range to be scanned by full search mode of the Auto Store function. • Frequency (Start ~ Stop) : Set the start frequency / Set the stop frequency (Differs in each country) •...
Page 119: Full Guide
Full Guide Displays the programme information as time ordered One hour segments. Two hours of programme information is displayed which may be scrolled forwards or backwards in time. To... Watch a programme in the EPG list. If the next programme is selected, it is scheduled with the clock icon dis- played.
Page 120: Channel List
• Now & Next / Full Guide Channel List Using this menu, you can add / delete or set favourites channels and use the pro- gramme guide for digital broadcasts. You can select these options by simply pressing the control. All Channels Shows all currently available channels.
Page 121 • Red (Channel Type) : Toggle between your TV, Radio, Data / Other and All. • Green (Zoom) : Enlarges or shrinks a channel number. • Yellow (Select) : Selects multiple channel lists. You can perform the add/delete or add to favourites/delete from favourites function for multiple channels at the same time.
Page 122: Lock / Unlock
TOOLS button to display the Tools menu. You can also set the add to Press the (or delete from) Favourite by selecting Tools → Add to Favourite (or Delete from Favourite) Note The icon symbol will be displayed and the channel will be set as a favourite. All favourite channels will be shown on Favourites menu.
Page 123 Sort (analogue channels only) • This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of the stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using the auto store. Select All / Deselect All • Channels can labelled so that their call letters appear whenever the channel is se- lected.
Page 124: Select All
Select All • Select all reserved programmes. Channel Mode When press the list. • Added Ch : Channels will be switched within the memorized channel list. • Favourite Ch : Channels will be switched within the favourite channel list. Fine Tune If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done au- tomatically during the search and store operation.
Page 125: Menu Language
Plug & Play When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed automatically and sub sequently. the following settings are available. Menu Language You can set the menu language. The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. Broadcast Subtitle You can activate and deactivate the subtitles.
Page 126: Subtitle Language
Subtitle Language Set the subtitle language. Note If the programme you are watching does not support the Hard of hearing function, Normal automatically activates even though Hard of hearing mode is selected. English is the default in cases where the selected language is unavailable in the broad- cast.
Page 127: Child Lock
Common Interface CI Menu This enables the user to select from the CAM-provided menu. Select the CI Menu based on the menu PC Card. Application Info. This contains information on CAM inserted in the CI slot and displays it. The Application Info inserting is about the CI CARD. You can install the CAM anytime whether the TV is ON or OFF.
Page 128: Change Pin
Note Before the setup screen appears, the PIN number input screen appears. Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number of a new TV set is 0-0-0-0. You can change the PIN by se- lecting Change PIN from the menu. When the parental ratings are set, the Change PIN You can change your personal ID number that is required to set up the TV.
Page 129 Adjusting the LCD Display Samsung may offer upgrades for TV‘s firmware in the future.
Page 130: 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 131: Symptoms And Recommended Actions
2) Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel). Symptoms and Recommended Actions Note A LCD Display recreates visual signals received from the computer. Therefore, if there is a problem with the computer or the video card, this can cause the LCD Display to become blank, have poor coloring, become noisy, etc.
Page 132: Problems Related To The Screen
Problems related to the Installation Note Problems related to the LCD Display installation and their solutions are listed. PC Mode The LCD Display screen flickers. Check if the signal cable between the computer and the LCD Display is securely connected. (Refer to Connecting a Computer) TV Mode TV screen is blurred or shows noise signals.
Page 133: Problems Related To Audio
The picture image is unstable and shakes. Check if the resolution and frequency set for the computer video card falls in the range supported by the LCD Display. If not, reset them referring to the current Information under the LCD Display menu and Preset Timing Modes. Ghost images are shown in the picture.
Page 134: Problems Related To The Remote Control
Check the volume level. If the volume is still too low after turning the control to its maximum, check the volume control on the computer sound card or software program. The sound is too high or too low. Adjusts the Treble and Bass to the appropriate levels. Problems related to the Remote Control Note Problems related to the remote control and their solutions are listed.
Page 135 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). 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 136: Specifications
400CX-2, 400CXN-2 SyncMaster 460CX-2, 460CXN-2 SyncMaster 400CX-2, 400CXN-2 SyncMaster 460CX-2, 460CXN-2 40 inch (101 cm) 46 inch (116 cm) 885.6 mm (H) x 498.15 mm (V) 1018.08 mm (H) x 572.7 mm (V) 0.46125 mm (H) x 0.46125 mm (V) 0.53025 mm (H) x 0.53025 mm (V)
Page 137 Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight SyncMaster 971.0 x 582.0 x 119.0 mm / 38.2 x 22.9 x 4.7 inch (With- 400CX-2, out Stand) 400CXN-2 971.0 x 641.5 x 311.0 mm / 38.2 x 25.3 x 12.2 inch (With Stand) / 19.3 kg / 42,5 lbs (CX-2), 21.0 kg / 47.4 lbs...
Page 138 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. In most cases, the LCD Dis- play installation will proceed automatically, unless the user wishes to select alternate settings.
Page 139: Preset Timing Modes
State Power Con- 400CX-2 sumption 460CX-2 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.
Page 140 Specifications Horizontal Frequency The time to scan one line connecting the right edge to the left edge of the screen horizontally is called the Horizontal Cycle and the inverse num- ber of the Horizontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency. Unit: kHz Vertical Frequency Like a fluorescent lamp, the screen has to repeat the same image many times per second to display...
Page 141 Information For a 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 142 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 143 • 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 144: Select Method
- Select method • Instruction Guide : OSD Menu -> Set Up -> Safety Screen -> Screen Scroll • Time Interval : 1 ~ 10 hours ( Recommend : 1 ) • Time Period : 1 ~ 5 second ( Recommend : 5 ) Apply the Screen Pixel function on Product •...
Page 145 - Select method • Instruction Guide : OSD Menu -> Set Up -> Safety Screen -> Eraser • Time Interval : 1 ~ 10 hours ( Recommend : 1 ) • Time Period : 10 ~ 50 seconds ( Recommend : 50 )
Page 146 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 ARGENTINA BRAZIL CHILE COLOMBIA COSTA RICA ECUADOR EL SALVADOR GUATEMALA HONDURAS JAMAICA NICARAGUA PANAMA PUERTO RICO REP.
Page 147 0 801 1SAMSUNG (172678) 022 - 607 - 93 - 33 PORTUGAL (7267864) SLOVAKIA 0800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG(902 172 678) SWEDEN 075 - SAMSUNG (726 78 SWITZERLAND 0848 (7267864, CHF 0.08/min) 0845 SAMSUNG (7267864) http://www.samsung.com/ Europe SAMSUNG http://www.samsung.com/...
Page 148 800-810-5858 400-810-5858 010-6475 1880 HONG KONG:3698 - 4698 INDIA 3030 8282 1-800-3000-8282 1800 110011 INDONESIA 0800-112-8888 JAPAN 0120-327-527 MALAYSIA 1800-88-9999 NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG(0800 726 786) PHILIPPINES 1-800-10-SAMSUNG (726-7864) 1-800-3-SAMSUNG (726-7864) 02-5805777 SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) THAILAND 1800-29-3232, 02-689-3232 http://www.samsung.com/ http://www.samsung.com/ http://www.samsung.com/...
Page 149 Plug & Play Resolution Asia Pacific 0800-329-999 1 800 588 889 Middle East & Africa 0860-SAMSUNG (726-7864) 444 77 11 800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) 8000-4726 The image on a monitor is composed of red, green and blue dots. The closer the dots, the higher the resolution.
Page 150: Correct Disposal
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2009 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Example: If the resolution is 1920 x 1080, this means the screen is composed of 1920 horizontal dots (horizontal resolution) and 1080 vertical lines (vertical resolution).
Page 151 Appendix Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for in- cidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. Samsung is the registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Microsoft, Win- dows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation;...

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