Samsung SyncMaster OL46B User Manual

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SyncMaster OL46B

LCD Display

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The color and the appearance may differ depending on the
product, and the specifications are subject to change
without prior notice to improve the performance.

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  • Page 1: Lcd Display

    SyncMaster OL46B LCD Display User Manual The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
  • Page 2: 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 Safety Instructions • Wipe the monitor using a soft, slightly damp cloth that has been squeezed . Do not use a cleaning agent that contains alcohol or solvents, or that is surface active. Otherwise, the exterior may discolor or crack or the panel coating may come off.
  • Page 4: Installation

    Safety Instructions Do not forcefully bend or pull the power plug and do not place any heavy material on it. • Otherwise, this may result in fire. Do not connect multiple appliances to the same power outlet. • Otherwise, this may cause fire due to overheating. Do not disconnect the power cord while using the product.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions Keep heating appliances as far away from the power cord or the prod- uct as possible. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. When putting the product down, make sure to put it down softly. •...
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions During a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power cable. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not try to move the monitor by pulling only the wire or the signal cable.
  • Page 7 Safety Instructions To avoid eyestrain, do not sit too close to the product. Take a rest for at least five (5) minutes after using the monitor for one (1) hour. This reduces eye fatigue. 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 The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary refuse 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. Unpacking LCD Display Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User Manual (Not available in some loca- tions)
  • Page 10: Your Lcd Display

    Introduction Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) Brackets link top (Not available in some loca- tions) Brackets link bottom (x 2) Bolts (x 4) Wrench Bolts (x 4) L Wrench (x 2) Sold separately D-Sub Cable DVI Cable LAN Cable DP Cable HDMI Cable RS232C Cable...
  • Page 11 Introduction Front Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor detects the ambient light intensity so that the picture brightness can automatically be adjusted. Power indicator Shows PowerSaver mode by blinking green Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions.
  • Page 12 Introduction RGB/COMPONENT IN (PC/COMPONENT Connection Terminal (Input)) • Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the monitor to the RGB port on the PC us- ing the D-SUB cable. • Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the monitor to the COMPONENT port on the external device using the RGB to COM- PONENT cable.
  • Page 13 Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported. Note To use MagicInfo, the network box specified separately by Samsung must be installed inside the product and the MagicInfo output of the net- work box must be connected to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal.
  • Page 14 LAN (LAN Connection Terminal) Connect to the Internet using a LAN cable. Connecting a Network Box (sold separately) MAGICINFO OUT Connect the network box to a Samsung display device that has a MAGICINFO port using the MAGICINFO OUT-HDMI cable provided. (A...
  • Page 15 Introduction display device not manufactured by Samsung cannot be used.) DP OUT Connect the network box to a display device that supports DP using the DP cable. RS232C (RS232C Serial PORT) Connect to a device that supports serial commu- nication.
  • Page 16: Remote Control

    Introduction Note • Periodically replace the intake vent filter at the lower part of the product. • Length of the replacement cycle may vary depending on the fine dust concentration (PM-10) in the location of installation. Refer to the table below. •...
  • Page 17 Introduction SOURCE Number Buttons + VOL - CONTENT (HOME) MagicInfo Lite TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right / Enter buttons RETURN The Color button / The PC/DVI/HDMI/DP se- lection button MagicInfo ) / / / D.MENU MUTE MENU BLANK INFO EXIT LOCK Power on the product. Select a connected source device.
  • Page 18 Introduction Not available. TOOLS Up-Down Left-Right button : Move to the upper, lower, left or Up-Down Left-Right / En- right menu, or adjust an option's setting. ter buttons Enter button : Activates a highlighted menu item. Return to the previous menu. RETURN Manually select a connected input source from PC, DVI, The Color button / The PC/...
  • Page 19 Introduction Wrench Bolts (x 4) L Wrench (x 2) Note To install components that are not provided in the package, purchase the components separately. Note • The product can tip over easily. Ensure the product is fastened to the ground. •...
  • Page 20: Connecting The Power

    • Network boxes are sold separately. • For more information on how to purchase and install a network box, contact Samsung Electronics. Connect the power cables inside the product to power input port on the product and power input port on the network box respectively.
  • Page 21: Connecting A Lan Cable

    Connecting a Network Box Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the [LAN] port on the product and your network using a LAN cable. Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
  • Page 22: 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". Choose your monitor model in the model list, then click the "OK" button.
  • Page 23: Installing The Monitor Driver (Manual)

    Using the Software 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 24 Note 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 25 Using the Software 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 26 Using the Software 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 27 "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 28 Using the Software 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 29 Using the Software 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 30: Mdc Program Installation/Uninstallation

    MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MDC Unified installation program. If a software installation window is not displayed on the main screen, install with the "MDC Unified" execution file in the MDC folder on the CD. Click "Next"...
  • Page 31: What Is Mdc

    What is MDC? Multiple display control "MDC" is an application that allows you to easily control multiple display devices simultaneously using a PC. Connecting to MDC Using MDC via RS-232C (serial data communications standards) An RS-232C serial cable must be connected to the serial ports on the PC and monitor.
  • Page 32 Using MDC via Ethernet Enter the IP for the primary display device and connect the device to the PC. One display device can connect to another using an RS-232C serial cable. Communicate with LAN cable Server PC RJ 45 MDC RJ 45 MDC RJ 45 RJ 45...
  • Page 33 Communicate with RS232C cable via the LAN cable Server PC RJ 45 MDC RS232C OUT RS232C IN RS232C IN RS232C OUT Multiple products can be connected using the [RS232C IN / OUT] port on the product.
  • Page 34: Connection Management

    Connection Management Connection management includes the Connection list and Connection list modification options. Connection list – Connection list shows the details of the connections such as connection setting (IP/ COM, Port No, MAC, and Connection Type), connection status, Set ID Range, and detected devices. Each connection can contain a maximum of 100 devices connected in serial daisy-chain fashion.
  • Page 35: Auto Set Id

    Auto Set ID Auto Set ID feature assigns a Set ID for all the LFDs connected in daisy-chain of a selected connection. There can be a maximum of 100 LFDs in a connection. The Set ID is assigned sequentially in the daisy- chain running from 1 to 99, and then finally to Set ID 0.
  • Page 36: Command Retry

    Command Retry This feature is used to specify the maximum number of times the MDC command will be retried in case of there being no reply or a corrupted reply from an LFD. The retry count value can be set using the MDC options window.
  • Page 37: Getting Started With Mdc

    Getting Started with MDC To start the program, click Start Programs Samsung MDC Unified. Click Add to add a display device. If the connection is established via RS232C, go to Serial and specify the COM Port.
  • Page 38 If the connection is established via Ethernet, enter the IP that was entered for the display device.
  • Page 39: Main Screen Layout

    Main Screen Layout Change the status of a display device or the properties of the program. Menu Bar View a list of connected display devices or device groups. Device Category View a list of schedules for display devices. Schedule Category Select the display device you want to adjust.
  • Page 40 Menus You can power on or off a selected device or change the input source or volume of the device. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Home tab. Home Select an item and change the corresponding setting. Power On: Power on a selected display.
  • Page 41 This menu shows a list of display devices which have following errors - fan error, temperature † error, brightness sensor error, or lamp error. Select a display device from the list. The Repair button will be enabled. Click the refresh button to refresh the error status of the display device.
  • Page 42: Screen Adjustment

    Screen Adjustment The screen settings (contrast, brightness, etc.) can be adjusted. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Picture tab. Custom Select an item and change the corresponding screen setting. Color and Tint are not available if the input source is PC. Red, Green, Blue and PC Screen Adjustment are not available if the input source is Video.
  • Page 43 Options Dynamic Contrast Adjust the Dynamic Contrast for the selected display device. Gamma Control Change the gamma value for the selected display. Auto Motion Plus This option is used to view dynamic images. Off: Disable the Auto Motion Plus function. Clear: Set the level of Auto Motion Plus to clear.
  • Page 44 Size Picture Size Adjust the screen size for the selected display device. The Detail item will be disabled if Picture Size is set to a mode that does not support detailed configuration. The -/+ buttons can be used to adjust Zoom. The screen can be relocated using the up/down/left/right buttons.
  • Page 45: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment You can change the sound settings. Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the Sound tab. The Bass or Treble item will be disabled if the item is not supported by the selected set. Bass Adjust the bass for the selected display.
  • Page 46: System Setup

    System Setup Choose display devices from the list of sets, and select the System tab. Video Wall The Video Wall function can be used to display part of a whole picture or repeat the same picture on each of connected multiple display devices. Video Wall is enabled only when devices are in the group.
  • Page 47 Select the number of horizontal display devices. A maximum of 15 displays can be arranged in a row. A maximum of 6 can be assigned to V if 15 is assigned to H. Select the number of vertical display devices. A maximum of 15 displays can be arranged in a row.
  • Page 48 Basic information required to adjust PIP will appear in the menu screen. PIP will be disabled when Video Wall is ON. Note that Picture Size is disabled when PIP is ON. PIP Size View the PIP Size of the current display. PIP Source Select a PIP input source.
  • Page 49 General User Auto Color Automatically adjust the screen colors. Available only in PC mode. Auto Power Set the product to automatically power on. Standby Control Set the standby mode to activate if an input source is not detected. Fan & Temperature Configure the settings required to detect the fan speed and internal temperature for the product's protection.
  • Page 50 Security Safety Lock Lock the on-screen menus. To unlock the menus, set Safety Lock to Off. Button Lock Lock the buttons on the display device. To unlock the buttons, set Button Lock to Off. OSD Display Source OSD Select whether to display a message when the Source is changed. Not Optimum Mode OSD Select whether to display a message when a non-compatible mode is selected.
  • Page 51 Time Clock Set Change the current time on the selected display device according to the time set on a PC. If the time is not set on the display device, null values will be displayed. Timer On Time: Set the time to power on the selected display device. Off Time: Set the time to power off the selected display device.
  • Page 52 Once † EveryDay † Mon~Fri † Mon~Sat † Sat~Sun † Manual † The checkboxes to select days of the week below Repeat are enabled only if Manual is selected. Holiday Management Holiday Management allows you to prevent devices that are set to be powered on by the Timer from turning on at a specified date.
  • Page 53 Screen Burn Protection Pixel Shift Move the screen slightly at specified time intervals to prevent screen burn-in. Screen Saver This function prevents screen burn-in when the screen of the selected display device is left idle for an extended period of time. Interval: Set the interval to activate the Screen Saver.
  • Page 54: Tool Settings

    The Safety Screen function can be used to prevent screen burn-in when a stationary image displays on the screen of a display device for an extended period of time. Lamp Control Lamp Control is used to adjust the backlight to reduce power consumption. Automatically adjust the backlight of the selected display device at a specified time.
  • Page 55 Reset Reset Picture Reset the screen settings. Reset Sound Reset the sound settings. Reset System Reset the system settings. Reset All Reset the screen, sound and system settings at the same time. Edit Column Select the items you want to display in the list of sets. Information View the program information.
  • Page 56: Other Functions

    Other Functions Resizing a Window Place the mouse pointer on a corner of the program window. An arrow will appear. Move the arrow to customize the size of the program window.
  • Page 57 Group Management Creating Groups Create groups and manage the list of sets on a group basis. Duplicate group names cannot be used. Right-click and select Group>Edit in the display device list section on the left side of the program window. In the Edit Group window displayed, click Add on the sub level or Add on the same level.
  • Page 58 The Add on the same level button is enabled only if at least one group is created. Enter the group name. Deleting Groups Select a group name, and click Edit. In the Edit Group window displayed, click Delete. Click Yes. The group will be deleted. Renaming Groups Select a group name, and click Edit.
  • Page 59 Schedule Management Creating Schedules Create and register a schedule on a group basis. Click All Schedule List in the schedule section on the left side of the program window. The Add button will be enabled in the middle. Click the Add button. The Add Schedule window will appear.
  • Page 60 Click Add below the Device Group item, and select the group you want to add a schedule to. Select Date&Time/Action and click OK. The schedule will be added and a list of schedules will appear in the set list window. Device Group: Select a group.
  • Page 61: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Issue Solution The display you want to control Check the connection of the RS232C cable (check that the does not appear on the system cable is properly connected to appropriate serial port). information chart. Check that another display with a duplicate ID is not connected.
  • Page 62 How display properties are shown when multiple displays are used When no display is selected: The default value is displayed. When one display is selected: Settings for the selected display are displayed. When two displays are selected (e.g. in sequence of ID 1 andID 3): The settings for ID 1 are displayed before the settings for ID 3.
  • Page 63: Adjusting The Lcd Display

    Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. Source List Use to select PC, HDMI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display. Use to select the screen of your choice.
  • Page 64 Adjusting the LCD Display Note • The PIP function is not available when Video Wall is On. • The PIP function is not available when Source AutoSwitch is 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.
  • Page 65 Adjusting the LCD Display • DisplayPort : PC Note HDMI2 is disabled if a network box is connected. Size Changes the Size of the PIP window. Note Picture > Size will be changed to 16:9 when PIP is On. Position Changes the Position of the PIP window.
  • Page 66: Source Autoswitch Settings

    Adjusting the LCD Display Edit Name Name the input device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection easier. VCR / DVD / Cable STB / HD STB / Satellite STB / AV Receiver / DVD Receiver / Game / Camcorder / DVD Combo / DHR / PC / DVI PC / DVI Devices Note •...
  • Page 67: Source Autoswitch

    Adjusting the LCD Display Source AutoSwitch When the Source AutoSwitch is On, the display video source will automatically be searched for active video. The Primary Source selection will be activated, if the current video source is not recognized. Sec- ondary source selection will become active, if no primary video source is available. If the primary or secondary source is not recognized, the display will search again, if no active video is found the display will show the no-input-signal message.
  • Page 68: Secondary Source

    Adjusting the LCD Display Specify Primary Source for the automatic input source. Secondary Source Specify Secondary Source for the automatic input source. Picture [PC / DVI / DisplayPort / MagicInfo Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • •...
  • Page 69: Color Tone

    Adjusting the LCD Display Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference. Note • By adjusting the picture using the Custom function, MagicBright will change to Custom mode. • Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Contrast Adjusts the Contrast.
  • Page 70: Color Control

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. The Color tones can be changed. Cool Normal Warm Custom Note • If you set the Color Tone to Cool, Normal, Warm, or Custom, the Color Temp. function is disabled.
  • Page 71: Image Lock

    Adjusting the LCD Display 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.
  • Page 72: Signal Control

    Adjusting the LCD Display Signal Balance Selects either On or Off with the signal balance. Signal Control Note Available when Signal Balance is set to On. R-Gain G-Gain B-Gain R-Offset G-Offset B-Offset Size The Size can be switched.
  • Page 73: Hdmi Black Level

    Adjusting the LCD Display 16:9 Note Size will change to 16:9 if PIP mode is active. HDMI Black Level Selects the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. Normal Note Available only in HDMI mode. PIP Picture Adjusts the PIP Screen Settings.
  • Page 74: Dynamic Contrast

    Adjusting the LCD Display Adjusts the Color of the PIP window on the screen. Note PIP input only operates in AV, HDMI mode. Tint Adds a natural tone to the PIP window. Note The Tint slider is only displayed when PIP input source is HDMI or AV. Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast.
  • Page 75: Picture Reset

    Adjusting the LCD Display Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Picture [ AV / HDMI / Component Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. Mode The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie"...
  • Page 76 Adjusting the LCD Display Note • By adjusting the picture using the Custom function, MagicBright will change to Custom mode. • Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Contrast Adjusts the Contrast. Brightness Adjusts the Brightness. Sharpness Adjusts the picture Sharpness. Color Adjusts the picture Color.
  • Page 77 Adjusting the LCD Display Cool2 Cool1 Normal Warm1 Warm2 Note • If you set the Color Tone to Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2, the Color Temp. function is disabled. • By adjusting the picture using the Color Tone function, Mode will change to Custom mode. Color Temp.
  • Page 78: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)

    Adjusting the LCD Display Custom - Changes the resolution to suit the user's preferences. Note • Certain external devices may feed the display an out of spec signal that may cause cutoff even when using the Screen Fit feature. • Zoom 1 and Zoom 2 are not available in HDMI mode.
  • Page 79: Film Mode

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note Available only in HDMI mode. Film Mode Film Mode calibrates unnatural pictures that may occur in a movie (which is in 24 frames). Moving subtitles may appear corrupted when this mode is enabled. (In HDMI mode, this function is available when the input signal is interlaced scan; it is not available in progressive scan.) PIP Picture Adjusts the PIP Screen Settings.
  • Page 80 Adjusting the LCD Display Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast automatically detects the distribution of the visual signal and adjusts to create an optimum contrast. Note This function is disabled when PIP or Energy Saving is On. Lamp Control Adjusts the inverter lamp in order to reduce energy consumption. Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
  • Page 81: Available Modes

    Adjusting the LCD Display Sound Available Modes • PC / DVI / DisplayPort • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. Mode The LCD Display has a built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier. Standard Selects Standard for the standard factory settings.
  • Page 82: Auto Volume

    Adjusting the LCD Display • If you adjust sound using Custom function, Mode will turn to Custom mode. Bass Emphasizes low frequency audio. Treble Emphasizes high frequency audio. Balance Allows you to Adjusts the sound balance between the left and right speakers. Auto Volume Reduces the difference in volume control between broadcasters.
  • Page 83: Sound Select

    Adjusting the LCD Display Sound Select Enable the sound of either the primary or secondary display in PIP mode. Note Available when PIP is set to On. Main Speaker Select When you use the product with it connecting to a Home Theater, turn the internal speakers off so you can listen to sound from the Home Theater's (external) speakers.
  • Page 84: Clock Set

    Adjusting the LCD Display • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo Note MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. Language You can choose one of 14 languages. Note The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. Time Selects from one of 4 time settings, Clock Set, Sleep Timer, Timer, and Holiday Management.
  • Page 85: Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3

    Adjusting the LCD Display Turns the LCD Display off automatically at certain times. Timer1 / Timer2 / Timer3 You can set the LCD display to automatically turn on or off at a specified time. Note • Holiday : Select Apply to disable the timer on holidays and Don't Apply to enable the timer on holidays.
  • Page 86: Menu Transparency

    Adjusting the LCD Display You can register holidays. • Delete Selected You can delete selected holidays. Note • Only enabled when registered holidays are selected. • More than one holiday can be selected and deleted. • Delete All You can delete all the registered holidays. Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD.
  • Page 87: Energy Saving

    Adjusting the LCD Display High Medium Opaque Safety Lock Change PIN The password can be changed. The preset password for the LCD Display is "0000". Note If you forgot your password, press the remote buttons INFO + EXIT + MUTE to reset the password to "0000."...
  • Page 88: Video Wall

    Adjusting the LCD Display Video Wall A Video Wall is a set of video screens connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or where the same picture is repeated on each screen. When the Video Wall is on, you can adjust the Video Wall screen setting. Note •...
  • Page 89: Screen Position

    Adjusting the LCD Display Horizontal Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15. Note If Vertical is set to 15, the maximum value for Horizontal is 6. Vertical Sets how many parts the screen should be divided vertically. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15.
  • Page 90: Safety Screen

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note When more than four displays are connected, we recommend a resolution of XGA (1024 x 768) or greater to prevent any picture degradation. 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.
  • Page 91 Adjusting the LCD Display Sets how many pixels the screen moves vertically. Five adjustment levels: 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4. Time Set the time interval for performing the horizontal or vertical movement, respectively. Timer Timer 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 92 Adjusting the LCD Display Period Use this function to set the execution period for each mode set in the timer. Time Within the set period of time specify a time for execution. This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving long black and white vertical lines. Eraser This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving a rectangular pattern.
  • Page 93: Side Gray

    Adjusting the LCD Display Pixel This function prevents after-images by moving many pixels on the screen. Side Gray Select the brightness of the grey for the screen background. • • Light • Dark Resolution Select 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 x 768 @ 60Hz, by using this function(Resolution Select), you can have the picture displayed on the screen in the specified resolution.
  • Page 94: Power On Adjustment

    Adjusting the LCD Display 1360 x 768 1366 x 768 Note Selecting the menu is only allowed when the graphics resolution is set to 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz, 1360 x 768 @ 60Hz or 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz. Power On Adjustment Adjusts the Power On time for the screen.
  • Page 95: Fan Control

    Adjusting the LCD Display Fan Control Selects auto or manual for the fan speed settings. • Auto • Manual Fan Speed Setting Sets the fan speed within a range of 0 and 100. Note Enabled when Fan Control is set to Manual. Temperature Control Detects the product's internal temperature and specifies the desired temperature.
  • Page 96: Current Temperature

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note It is best to set Fan Control to Auto when you change the Temperature Control setting. Current Temperature Shows the current temperature of the product. Auto Power Enables or disables Auto Power for the product. •...
  • Page 97: User Auto Color

    Adjusting the LCD Display User Auto Color Auto Color Automatically adjusts the Colors. Reset Resets the Color settings. Note Enabled only in PC mode. Standby Control Sets the standby mode, which will be activated when no input signal is detected. •...
  • Page 98: Lamp Schedule

    Adjusting the LCD Display Lamp Schedule Adjusts the luminance to a user-specified value at a specified time. OSD Display Displays or hides a menu item on the screen. Source OSD • • Not Optimum Mode OSD • • No Signal OSD...
  • Page 99: Software Upgrade

    Adjusting the LCD Display • • MDC OSD • • Software Upgrade Performs a software upgrade. Connect the product to a computer via a digital signal such as DVI or HDMI. Click the BMP image file converted from an SW code. The image below will appear on the screen of the product. While a BMP image onto which the software code has been converted is displayed on the screen, select Software Upgrade.
  • Page 100: Setup Reset

    Adjusting the LCD Display Note • This only operates with a digital signal, such as in DVI, HDMI1, or HDMI2 mode. (The input resolution must be identical to the panel resolution.) • In HDMI1 and HDMI2 modes, the timing values used for both the PC and TV are only supported if the Edit Name is set to PC or DVI PC.
  • Page 101 Adjusting the LCD Display • 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. • MDC Connection Selects a port to receive the MDC inputs from.
  • Page 102 Adjusting the LCD Display • After connecting or disconnecting the HDMI cable used for MagicInfo, make sure to turn the power switches of both the monitor and the network box off and on at the same time, or turn the monitor off and on using the remote control.
  • Page 103 Adjusting the LCD Display You can select an Application to be executed in your computer when Windows starts. 2. Select TCP/IP - step 2 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.
  • Page 104 Adjusting the LCD Display When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them. Note English is set as the default language. You do not need to select a language if you will be using English as the menu display language.
  • Page 105 Adjusting the LCD Display 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. The icon will appear.
  • Page 106: 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 107: Symptoms And Recommended Actions

    Troubleshooting • Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable substan- ces. 2) Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel). • Never use acetone, benzene or thinner. (They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen sur- face.) •...
  • Page 108: Problems Related To The Screen

    Troubleshooting When the product’s internal cooling system operates, condensation may occur on the product surface under certain atmospheric temperature and humidity conditions. This symptom does not affect the product performance and will disappear as the atmospheric temperature and humidity conditions change. Problems related to the Screen Note Problems related to the LCD Display screen and their solutions are listed.
  • Page 109: Problems Related To Audio

    Troubleshooting The Color image is distorted by dark shadows. Adjust the Color Control option in the OSD adjustment menu. The Color white is poor. Adjust the Color Control option in the OSD adjustment menu. The Power Indicator blinks. The LCD Display is currently saving the changes made in the settings to the OSD memory. The screen is blank and the power indicator light blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds.
  • Page 110 Troubleshooting Q & A How can I change the frequency? The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note That video card support can vary, depending on the version of the driver used. (Refer to the computer or the video card manual for details.) How can I adjust the resolution? Windows XP: Control Panel →...
  • Page 111 Troubleshooting Set the function in the BIOS-SETUP of the computer. (Refer to the Windows / Computer Man- ual). Note Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any prob- lems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the Information section or contact your dealer.
  • Page 112: Specifications

    Specifications General General Model Name SyncMaster OL46B LCD Panel Size 46.0 inch / 116 cm Display area 40.1 inches (H) x 22.5 inches (V) 1018.08 mm (H) x 572.67 mm (V) Synchronization Horizontal 30 ~ 81 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 85 Hz Display Color 16.7 M...
  • Page 113 Use the software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature. PowerSaver State Normal Opera- Power saving Power off tion mode (Power Button) Power Indicator Blinking Power Consump- OL46B Rating : 540 W less than 2 Watts less than 2 Watts tion...
  • Page 114: Preset Timing Modes

    Specifications State Normal Opera- Power saving Power off tion mode (Power Button) (Without Network Typical : 395 W Box) Note • The actual power consumption may be different from the indicated power consumption above if the system conditions or settings are changed. •...
  • Page 115 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) VESA, 1920 x 1080(RB) 66.587 59.934 138.500 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 number of the Horizontal Cycle is called the Horizontal Frequency.
  • Page 116: For A Better Display

    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 117 Information Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode • Turn the power off for 2 hours after 12 hours in use • Set the Monitor to power off with the PC Display Properties Power Scheme. • Use a Screen saver if possible - Screen saver in one Color or a moving image is rec- ommended.
  • Page 118 Information Change the characters Color periodically • Use Bright Colors with little difference in luminance. - Cycle : Change the characters Color and background Color every 30 minutes • Every 30 minutes, change the characters with movement. • Have the images and logo cycle periodically. - Cycle: Display moving image together with Logo for 60 seconds after 4 hours in use.
  • Page 119 Information • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...
  • Page 120: 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. North America U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com/ca http://www.samsung.com/ca_fr (French) MEXICO 01-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com Latin America...
  • Page 121 21 206 01 10 SERBIA 0700 SAMSUNG (0700 726 http://www.samsung.com 7864) SLOVAKIA 0800 - SAMSUNG (0800-726 http://www.samsung.com 786) SPAIN 902 - 1 - SAMSUNG (902 172 http://www.samsung.com 678) SWEDEN 0771 726 7864 (SAMSUNG) http://www.samsung.com SWITZERLAND 0848 - SAMSUNG (7267864, http://www.samsung.com/ch CHF 0.08/min)
  • Page 122 BELARUS 810-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com MOLDOVA 00-800-500-55-500 http://www.samsung.com Asia Pacific AUSTRALIA 1300 362 603 http://www.samsung.com NEW ZEALAND 0800 SAMSUNG (0800 726 http://www.samsung.com 786) CHINA 400-810-5858 http://www.samsung.com HONG KONG (852) 3698 - 4698 http://www.samsung.com/hk http://www.samsung.com/ hk_en/ INDIA 1800 1100 11 http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 123 Appendix Asia Pacific PHILIPPINES 1-800-10-SAMSUNG http://www.samsung.com (726-7864) for PLDT 1-800-3-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for Digitel 1-800-8-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for Globe 02-5805777 SINGAPORE 1800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com THAILAND 1800-29-3232 http://www.samsung.com 02-689-3232 TAIWAN 0800-329-999 http://www.samsung.com 0266-026-066 VIETNAM 1 800 588 889 http://www.samsung.com Middle East IRAN 021-8255 http://www.samsung.com OMAN 800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) http://www.samsung.com...
  • Page 124: Not A Product Defect

    • use of supplies or separatly sold product unspecified by Samsung. • repair from a person besides an engineer of outsourcing service company or partner of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. • remodeling or repairing the product by customer.
  • Page 125: Correct Disposal

    Appendix tween two dots of the same Color is called the 'Dot Pitch'. Unit: Vertical Frequency The screen must be redrawn several times per second in order to create and display an image for the user. The frequency of this repetition per second is called the Vertical Frequency or Refresh Rate.
  • Page 126 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is strictly forbidden. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or con- sequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

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