Page 1: Lcd Display
SyncMaster 400MX-3, 460MX-3, 400FP-3, 460FP-3 LCD Display User Manuals 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: 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 4 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. Do not install it in a badly ventilated location such as a bookcase or closet.
Page 5 Safety Instructions Do not spray cleaner directly onto the surface of the product. • Otherwise, this may result in the discoloration and distortion of the structure and the screen surface may peel off. When cleaning the power plug pins or dusting the power outlet, clean it with a dry cloth.
Page 6 Safety Instructions If thunder or lightning is occurring, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. • Otherwise, this may result in electric shock or fire. Do not try to move the 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 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 Check the contents of the Remove the Styrofoam and holding the grooves on both package.
Page 10 Introduction Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card User's Guide (Not available in all loca- tions) Cables Power Cord D-Sub Cable Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) (BP59-00138B) (Not available in all loca- tions) Sold separately Semi Stand KIT LAN Cable USB Cable RGB to BNC Cable RGB to COMPONENT Ca-...
Page 11: Your Lcd Display
Introduction Sold separately Wall Mount KIT TV Tuner box RS232C Cable Your LCD Display 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. Front MENU button [MENU] Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu.
Page 12 Introduction D.MENU button Opens the on-screen D.MENU. Note The D.MENU button is activated when a TV tuner is connected and otherwise, the PIP button is enabled. PIP button Push the PIP button to turn the PIP screen On / Off. Power button [ Use this button for turning the LCD Display on and off.
Page 13 Introduction POWER S/W ON [ │ ] / OFF Switches the LCD Display On/Off. POWER The power cord plugs into the LCD Display and the wall outlet. 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.
Page 14 LCD Display to the HDMI terminal of your digital output de- vice using a HDMI cable. • Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported. Note To use MagicInfo, the network box specified separately by Samsung must be installed inside...
Page 15 [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal. For more information on how to purchase and in- stall a network box, contact Samsung Electronics. RJ 45 MDC (MDC PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port Connect the LAN cable to [RJ45 MDC] on the product and LAN on the PC.
Page 16 Introduction Slide the end of the cable with the lock at- tached through the looped end of the Ken- sington lock cable. Insert the Kensington Lock into the security slot ( ) on the back of the display. Lock the lock ( Note •...
Page 17: Remote Control
Introduction POWER Connect the [POWER] terminal of the product and the [POWER] terminal of the monitor using a power extension cable. POWER Connects to a mains socket via the power cord. POWER S/W ON [ I ] / OFF Turns the network box on or off. Note •...
Page 18 Introduction MENU RETURN EXIT MagicInfo Turns the product On/Off. POWER Turns the product Off. Used to enter the password during the OSD adjustment or to use Number Buttons MagicInfo. Press to change the channel. The "-" button is used to select Digital channels. / GUIDE button Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display.
Page 19 Introduction You can select the PC, DVI, HDMI or DP(DisplayPort) external input directly in a mode other than TV mode. TV channels provide written information services via teletext. TTX/MIX - Teletext Buttons Note This function does not work for this LCD Display. MTS- MTS/DUAL You can select MTS (Multichannel Television Stereo) mode.
Page 20: Tilt Angle And Rotation
Enabled when a Network box is connected. User Installation Guide Note • Be sure to call an installation expert of Samsung Electronics to install the product. • The warranty becomes invalid if the product is installed by someone other than a professional authorized by Samsung Electronics.
Page 21: Embedded Mount Guide
When installing the product onto a vertical wall, be sure there is a 40 mm space or more behind the product for ventilation, as shown above, and maintain the ambient temperature at 35°C or lower. Note A Samsung Electronics service center can provide details. 2. Embedded Mount guide <Side view>...
Page 22: Floor Mount Guide
When embedding the product in the floor, be sure there is a 50 mm space or more behind the product for ventilation, as shown above, and maintain the ambient temperature at 20 °C or lower. Note A Samsung Electronics service center can provide details. Mechanical Layout (400MX-3, 400FP-3)
Page 23: Installation Vesa Bracket
• At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the LCD Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion. Dimensions (400MX-3, 400FP-3) (460MX-3, 460FP-3)
Page 24: Accessories (Sold Separately)
Introduction Notice For securing the bracket on a wall, use only machine screws of 6 mm diameter and 8 to 12 mm length. Accessories (sold separately) • Dimension with welcome board (400MX-3, 400FP-3) (460MX-3, 460FP-3)
Page 25: Wall Bracket Installation
Introduction • Dimension with other accessories Wall Bracket Installation • Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket.
Page 26: To Mount The Product On The Wall Bracket
Introduction • SAMSUNG Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer. • This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
Page 27: Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment
Introduction 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. LCD Display Wall Bracket Wall...
Page 28: Cable Connections
Introduction Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle. Remote Control (RS232C) Cable connections interface RS232C(9 pin) TxD(No.2) RxD(No.3) GND(No.5) Bits rate 9600 bps Data Bits 8 bit Parity None...
Page 29: Control Codes
Introduction Connector : 9-pin D-Sub Cable : Cross (reversed) cable -P1- -P1- -P2- -P2- FEMALE ---------> FEMALE <--------- ---------- • Connecting method Control codes • Get control Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA command type • Set control Header command DATA DATA Length...
Page 30 Introduction Volume control 0x12 0~100 Input source control 0x14 Screen Mode control 0x18 Screen Size control 0x19 0~255 PIP on/off control 0x3C Auto adjustment control 0x3D Video wall Mode control 0x5C Safety Lock 0x5D - ID should show hexadecimal value of assigned ID, but ID 0 should be 0xFF. - Every communication will be made in hexadecimals and Checksum is the sum of all remainings.
Page 31 Introduction • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x11 Power Power : Same as above • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x11 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is •...
Page 32 Introduction • Input Source Control • Function Personal Computer changes input source of TV / Monitor. • Get Input Source Status Header command DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x14 • Set Input Source Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x14 Input Source Input Source : Input Source code to be set on TV / Monitor 0x14...
Page 33 Introduction Input 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x14 Source Input Source : Same as above • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x14 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Screen Mode Control •...
Page 34 Introduction • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x18 ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Screen Size Control • Function Personal Computer recognizes the screen size of TV / Monitor. •...
Page 35 Introduction • Set the PIP ON / OFF Header command DATA DATA Length CheckSum 0xAA 0x3C PIP : The PIP ON / OFF code to set for the TV or Monitor 1 : PIP ON 0 : PIP OFF • DATA Header command...
Page 36 Introduction Auto Ad- 0xAA 0xFF ‘A’ 0x3D justment • DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x3D ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Video Wall Mode Control • Function Personal Computer converts Video Wall Mode of TV / Monitor when Video Wall is ON. Only works with TV / Monitor where Video Wall is on.
Page 37 Introduction DATA Header command Ack/Nak r-CMD Val1 Check Length 0xAA 0xFF ‘N’ 0x5C ERR : Error code that shows what occurred error is • Safety Lock • Function Personal Computer turns Safety Lock function of TV / Monitor ON / OFF. Can operate regardless of whether power is ON / OFF.
Page 38: Connecting A Computer
Connections Connecting a Computer 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. There are several ways to connect the computer to the monitor. Choose one from the following options.
Page 39: Connecting To Other Devices
Connect the power cord for your LCD Display to the POWER port on the back of the LCD Display. Turn on the power switch. Note Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items. Connecting to Other devices Note •...
Page 40: Connecting Av Devices
Connections Connecting AV Devices Connect an audio cable to [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R]] on the product and the audio port on an external device such as a VCR or DVD player. Connect a video cable to [AV IN] on the product and the video output port on the external device.
Page 41: Connecting Using A Hdmi Cable
Connections Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "AV". Then, start the Camcorders with a tape inserted. Note The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If not, check your local electronics store.) If your camcorder is stereo, you need to connect a set of two cables. Connecting Using a HDMI Cable Connect an HDMI cable to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] or [HDMI IN 1] on the product and the HDMI output port on a digital device.
Page 42: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable
Connections Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Connect a DVI-HDMI cable to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] or [HDMI IN 1] and the DVI output port on the digital device. 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 [RGB/DVI/DP/HDMI AUDIO IN] terminal of the LCD Display.
Page 43: Connecting A Dtv Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box
Connections Note • Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "Component". • Then, start the DVD Player with a DVD disc inserted. • A RGB to component cable is optional. • For an explanation of Component video, consult your DVD manual. Connecting a DTV Set Top (Cable/Satellite) Box Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port on the LCD Display and the P...
Page 44: Connecting To An Audio System
• Network boxes are sold separately. • For more information on how to purchase and install a network box, contact Samsung Electronics. Connecting the Power Connect the [POWER] terminal of the product and the [POWER] terminal of the installed network box using a power extension cable.
Page 45: Connecting To Magicinfo Out
Connections Connecting to MAGICINFO OUT Connect the [MAGICINFO OUT] terminal of the network box and the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] terminal of the monitor using the HDMI cable. Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the LAN cable between the [LAN] port on the product and the [LAN] port on your PC.
Page 46: Connecting A Usb Devices
Connections Connecting a USB devices You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
Page 47: 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 48: 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 49 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 50 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 51 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 52 "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 53: Microsoft ® Windows ® Millennium Operating System
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 54 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 55: Installation Problems
Using the Software MDC (Multi-Display Control) Installation Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. Click the MDC System installation Program. Note If the screen for installing the software does not appear, install it using the MDC System execution file in the MDC folder of the CD-ROM. If the installation wizard screen does appear, click "Next."...
Page 56 Using the Software Uninstall The MDC Program can be removed only by using the "Add or Remove Programs" option of the ® Windows Control Panel. Perform the following steps remove MDC. Select "Setting/Control Panel" on the "Start" menu and then double-click "Add/Delete a Program". Select MDC System from the list and then click the "Add/Delete"...
Page 57: 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 58: Port Selection
Main Icons Remote control Selection Buttons Safety Lock Refresh Port Selection Display Selection Lamp Control Info Grid Option... Control Tools Dropdown Selectors OSD Display Use the main icons to switch into each screen. Allows you to enable or disable the remote control signal receiving function of the display unit. Set the Safety Lock function.
Page 59 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 60 3) Image Size 4) On Timer 5) Off Timer 2. Selects displays you want to adjust using the Select button or checkboxes. System 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.
Page 61: Input Source
1) Source OSD - Sets whether the Source OSD will be displayed to indicate when the Source is changed. 2) Not Optimum Mode OSD - Sets whether the Optimum Mode OSD will be displayed to indicate if the current mode is not supported. 3) No Signal OSD - Sets whether the No Signal OSD will be displayed to indicate when there is no signal.
Page 62 • PC Mode 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 63: Image Size
S-Video - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to S-Video. Component - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to Component. MagicInfo - The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. HDMI1/HDMI2 - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to HDMI. - Switches the input source for the selected Display to DP.
Page 64 DP may not be supported depending on the product. The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. The Input source of TV works only on TV model. Image Size Control is available only for the displays for which power status is ON. Image Size TV, AV, S-Video, Component, DVI(HDCP), HDMI1, HDMI2, DTV.
Page 65 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Time Control. 1) Set clock - Set the current time for the selected display (PC Time). - To change the current time, first change the PC Time. 2) Timer - Sets up Timer1, Timer2, Timer3 and Holiday Management. 3) Shows whether Timer is activated.
Page 66: Pip Size
- Selects the volume when the selected monitor is turned on. 4) Source - Selects the external input source that will be displayed when the selected monitor is turned on. 5) Holiday - Applies the Holiday Management function to the Timer. 6) Repeat - Available selections include Once, EveryDay, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun, and Manual.
Page 67: 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 68 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 69 Basic information required to adjust the Picture is displayed in the main menu. Settings for the selected monitor will be displayed if one of the connected monitors is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all monitors are selected by clicking All and Select. If a value is changed in this screen, the current mode will automatically switch to custom mode.
Page 70 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust settings is displayed. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 71: Image Lock
Settings Audio 1. Click Settings of the main icons and the Settings Control screen appears. Basic information required to adjust Audio is displayed in the display window. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select.
Page 72: 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 73 An "Info Grid" showing several basic data items appears. 1) Maintenance - Allows the Maintenance Control function for all input sources. 2) 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. - Allows you to adjust the backlight of the selected display regardless of the time.
Page 74: 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 75 1) Video Wall - A Video Wall is a set of video screens that are connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or so that the same picture is repeated on each screen. 2) Video Wall Control - Video Wall properties can be configured.
Page 76: Troubleshooting
Natural 3) Video Wall (Screen divider) - The screen can be divided into. You can select a number of screens with a different layout when dividing. Select a mode from Screen divider. Select a display from Display Selection. The place will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. The maximum number of monitors that can be arranged: Horizontal X Vertical = 100 Up to 15 monitors can be arranged in a row.
Page 77 Settings Value Display In Multiple Display Mode When there are more than one displays connected, the settings values are displayed as follows. 1. No selection: Displays the Factory Default Value. 2. Selected one display: Fetches and displays the settings value for the selected display. 3.
Page 78 Connect the first display device and the PC by entering the IP address. To connect to another display device, use an RS-232C serial cable. Refer to the figure above. 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 79: Add A Device
Main Icons Lamp Control Add a Device Display Selection Remote Control Safety Lock Control Tools Fault Device Alert OSD Display Use the main icons to switch into each screen. You can add a device by entering the IP address configured on the monitor. Allows you to enable or disable the remote control signal receiving function of the display unit.
Page 80 1. Enter the IP address of the monitor to be connected and press the Add button to add the IP address. If you click the OK button, adding the monitor is completed. System 1. Click System in the main menu to open the system adjustment screen. Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to System.
Page 81 System 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. (If you deselect a single display or all displays, the default value 10 will be restored.) (Mute On/Off) - Turns on/off the Mute function of the selected display.
Page 82 - Sets whether the Source OSD will be displayed to indicate when the Source is changed. 2) Not Optimum Mode OSD - Sets whether the Optimum Mode OSD will be displayed to indicate if the current mode is not supported. 3) No Signal OSD - Sets whether the No Signal OSD will be displayed to indicate when there is no signal.
Page 83 • PC Mode Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Input Source Control. 1) PC - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to PC. 2) BNC - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to BNC. 3) DVI - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to DVI.
Page 84: Image Size
- Changes the Input Source of the selected display to Component. 9) MagicInfo - The Input source of MagicInfo works only on MagicInfo model. 10) HDMI1/HDMI2 - Changes the Input Source of the selected display to HDMI. 11) DP - Switches the input source for the selected display to DP. 12) Channel - Channel arrow appears when the Input Source is TV.
Page 85 Image Size TV, AV, S-Video, Component, DVI(HDCP), HDMI1, HDMI2, 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) To adjust Image Size in TV, AV, S-Video, Component, HDMI1, HDMI2 or DTV mode, click the Video Source tab.
Page 86 Info Grid shows some basic information necessary to Time Control. 1) Clock Set - Set the current time for the selected display (PC Time). - To change the current time, first change the PC Time. 2) Timer - Sets up Timer1, Timer2, Timer3 and Holiday Management. 3) Shows whether Timer is activated.
Page 87 5) Holiday - Applies the Holiday Management function to the Timer. 6) Repeat - Available selections include Once, EveryDay, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun, and Manual. Once : The Timer goes off only once. EveryDay : EveryDay: The Timer repeats daily. Mon~Fri : The Timer repeats from Monday through Friday. Mon~Sat : The Timer repeats from Monday through Saturday.
Page 88 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 89 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 90 Basic information required to adjust the Picture is displayed in the main menu. Settings for the selected monitor will be displayed if one of the connected monitors is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all monitors are selected by clicking All and Select. If a value is changed in this screen, the current mode will automatically switch to custom mode.
Page 91 Basic information required to adjust settings is displayed. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select. If a value is changed in this screen, the current mode will automatically switch to custom mode.
Page 92: Image Lock
Basic information required to adjust Audio is displayed in the display window. Settings for the corresponding SET will be imported and displayed on the slider if a display ID is selected, and the default settings will be displayed if all display IDs are selected by clicking All and Select. If a value is changed in this screen, the current mode will automatically switch to custom mode.
Page 93: 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 94 An "Info Grid" showing several basic data items appears. 1) Maintenance - Allows the Maintenance Control function for all input sources. 2) 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. - Allows you to adjust the backlight of the selected display regardless of the time.
Page 95 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 96 1) Video Wall - A Video Wall is a set of video screens that are connected together, so that each screen shows a part of the whole picture or so that the same picture is repeated on each screen. 2) Video Wall Control - Video Wall properties can be configured.
Page 97 Natural 3) Video Wall (Screen divider) - The screen can be divided into. You can select a number of screens with a different layout when dividing. Select a mode from Screen divider. Select a display from Display Selection. The place will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode. The maximum number of monitors that can be arranged: Horizontal X Vertical = 100 Up to 15 monitors can be arranged in a row.
Page 99: Adjusting The Lcd Display
Adjusting the LCD Display Input Available Modes • PC / DVI / DP • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. Source List Use to select PC, HDMI or other external input sources connected to the LCD Display.
Page 100 Adjusting the LCD Display Note The [RGB/COMPONENT IN] port is compatible with a PC or component input. However, the picture may not display normally if you select an input source different from the actual connected input source. Note The PIP function is not available when Video Wall 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 101 Adjusting the LCD Display • PC : DVI, AV, HDMI1, HDMI2, DisplayPort • DVI : PC • AV : PC • HDMI : PC • DisplayPort : PC Size Changes the Size of the PIP window. Position Changes the Position of the PIP window. Transparency Adjusts the Transparency of PIP windows.
Page 102: Edit Name
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 103 Adjusting the LCD Display Mode Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Information Recommended for communicating exact information (e.g. public information). Advertisement Recommended for displaying advertisements (e.g. videos or indoor or outdoor ads). Custom Custom By using the on-screen menus, the contrast and brightness can be changed to your personal preference. Note •...
Page 104: Color Tone
Adjusting the LCD Display Adjust the mid-range brightness (Gamma) for the picture. • Natural • Mode 1 - Sets the picture brighter than Natural. • Mode 2 - Sets the picture darker than Mode1. • Mode 3 - Increases the contrast between dark and bright colors. Color Tone Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On.
Page 105: Color Temp
Adjusting the LCD Display Note Not available when Dynamic Contrast is set to On. Green Blue Color Temp. Color Temp. is a measure of the 'warmth' of the image Colors. Note This function is enabled when Mode is set to Custom, and Dynamic Contrast and Color Tone are Off.
Page 106: Auto Adjustment
Adjusting the LCD Display Position Adjusts the screen location horizontally and vertically. Auto Adjustment The values of Fine, Coarse, Position are adjusted automatically. By changing the resolution in the control panel, the auto function is performed. Note Available in PC mode only. Signal Balance This is used to make up for the weak RGB signal transmitted by a long signal cable.
Page 107: Pip Picture
Adjusting the LCD Display G-Gain B-Gain R-Offset G-Offset B-Offset Size The Size can be switched. 16:9 PIP Picture Adjusts the PIP Screen Settings. Note • Available Modes: PIP On Contrast Adjusts the Contrast of the PIP window on the screen. Brightness...
Page 108: Dynamic Contrast
Adjusting the LCD Display Adjusts the Brightness of the PIP window on the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the Sharpness of the PIP window on the screen. Color Adjusts the Color of the PIP window on the screen. Note Only enabled when the PIP input source is HDMI. Tint Adds a natural tone to the PIP window.
Page 109: Picture Reset
Adjusting the LCD Display Picture Reset Reset the screen settings. Picture [ AV / HDMI / TV / Component Mode] Available Modes • PC / DVI / DP • • Component • HDMI • MagicInfo • Note • MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box(sold separately) is connected. •...
Page 110 Adjusting the LCD Display Note 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. Tint Adds a natural tone to the display. Note The tint slider is only displayed when input source is HDMI or AV.
Page 111 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 112: Digital Nr (Digital Noise Reduction)
Adjusting the LCD Display Note • Certain external devices may feed the display an out of spec signal that may cause cutoff even when using the Screen Fit feature. • Screen Fit is enabled for only 1080i/p in Component mode and for 1080i/p or 720p in HDMI mode.
Page 113: Film Mode
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 114 Adjusting the LCD Display 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 115: Auto Volume
Adjusting the LCD Display 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). Custom Selects Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to your personal preferences.
Page 116: Sound Select
Adjusting the LCD Display Reduces the difference in volume control between broadcasters. SRS TS XT SRS TS XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround XT delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers.
Page 117: Sound Reset
Adjusting the LCD Display 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. Internal Sound is outputted both from the Internal speaker and the External speakers, but the volume control is only available from the Internal speaker.
Page 118: Clock Set
Adjusting the LCD Display 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, Timer, and Holiday Management. Clock Set Current Time Setting.
Page 119: Holiday Management
Adjusting the LCD Display You can set the LCD display to automatically turn on or off at a specified time. Note • Only enabled when the clock is set using the Clock Set menu. • The Manual option allows you to select a day of the week. •...
Page 120: Menu Transparency
Adjusting the LCD Display Menu Transparency Change the transparency of the background of the OSD. 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 121: Energy Saving
Adjusting the LCD Display Energy Saving This feature adjusts the power consumption of the unit in order to save energy. 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.
Page 122: Screen Position
Adjusting the LCD Display 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 Sets how many parts the screen should be divided horizontally. Fifteen adjustment levels: 1~15.
Page 123: Safety Screen
Adjusting the LCD Display The screen can be divided into several images. A number of screens can be selected with a different layout when dividing. • Select a mode in Screen Position. • Select a display in Display Selection. • The selection will be set up by pressing a number in the selected mode.
Page 124 Adjusting the LCD Display Vertical 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 125 Adjusting the LCD Display Mode You can change the Safety Screen Type. • • Eraser • Pixel 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.
Page 126: Side Gray
Adjusting the LCD Display Eraser This function prevents after-images on the screen by moving a rectangular pattern. 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. •...
Page 127: Power On Adjustment
Adjusting the LCD Display 60Hz, by using this function(Resolution Select), you can have the picture displayed on the screen in the specified resolution. Note Available in PC mode only. 1024 X 768 1280 X 768 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.
Page 128: Fan & Temperature
Adjusting the LCD Display Fan & Temperature Prevents the product from overheating using Fan Speed Setting and Temperature Control. 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.
Page 129: Current Temperature
Adjusting the LCD Display Current Temperature Shows the current temperature of the product. Auto Power Enables or disables Auto Power for the product. • • Note When Auto Power is On, the product will power on automatically as soon as it is connected to power. Button Lock Locks or unlocks the monitor control buttons on the product.
Page 130: 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 131: 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 132: 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 133: 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 134 Adjusting the LCD Display Multi Control Assigns an individual ID to the SET. • ID Setup Assigns distinctive IDs to the SET. • ID Input Use to select the transmitter functions of the individual SET. Only a SET where the ID corresponds to the transmitter setting becomes activated.
Page 135 Adjusting the LCD Display • A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV. Note • The remote control can be used to select MagicInfo. However, it is recommended to use a separate USB keyboard to utilize MagicInfo fully. •...
Page 136 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 137 Adjusting the LCD Display When using multiple languages, you can choose and set a specific language among them. 4. Select Screen Type - step 4 You can select which rotation type will be applied to your device. 5. Setup Information...
Page 138 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 139: 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 140: 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 141: Problems Related To The Screen
Troubleshooting 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 142: Problems Related To Audio
Troubleshooting Adjust the Color Control option in the OSD adjustment menu. 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.
Page 143 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: Set the resolution in the Control Panel →...
Page 144: Specifications
Specifications General General Model Name 400MX-3 , 460MX-3, 400FP-3, 460FP-3 LCD Panel Size 400MX-3, 400FP-3 40.0 inch / 101 cm 460MX-3, 460FP-3 46.0 inch / 116 cm Display Area 400MX-3, 400FP-3 885.6 mm(H) x 498.15 mm 460MX-3, 460FP-3 1018.08 mm(H) x 572.67 mm Synchronization Horizontal 30~81 kHz...
Page 145: Vesa Mounting Interface
Specifications Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight 460MX-3, 460FP-3 1102.0 mm x 719.0 mm x 311.0 mm / 43.4 x 28.3 x 12.2 inches (With Stand) 1102.0 mm x 658.0 mm x 125.5 mm / 43.4 x 25.9 x 4.9 inches (Without Stand) 25.1 Kg / 47.4 lbs (With Network Box) 22.8 Kg / 50.3 lbs (Without Network Box)
Page 146: Preset Timing Modes
Specifications 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. The LCD Display automatically returns to normal operation when you press a key on the keyboard.
Page 147 Specifications Display Mode Horizontal Vertical Fre- Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Frequency quency (Hz) (MHz) (H/V) (kHz) IBM, 640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 IBM, 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 IBM, 720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 MAC, 640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240...
Page 148: 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 149 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 150 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 151 Information • Apply the Screen Erasing function - Symptom: 2 Vertical blocks move while erasing the display...
Page 152: Contact Samsung Worldwide
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Page 155: Correct Disposal
Appendix Example: If the same light repeats itself 60 times per second, this is regarded as 60 Hz. 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. The in- verse number of the Horizontal Cycle is called Horizontal Fre- quency.
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