Samsung MX-2 User manual

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LCD MONITOR
quick start guide
400MX-2 400MXn-2 460MX-2 460MXn-2

Introduction
Package Contents
Note
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD Display.
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Contact a local dealer to buy optional items.
Note
This stand is not for the Floor Standing Type.
Unpacking
LCD Display
Manuals
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
User's Guide
Cables
Power Cord
Others
Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) HDD Cover

Others
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
Sold separately
D-Sub Cable DVI Cable LAN Cable
(Applicable to the MXn-2
model only)
Wall Mount KIT TV tuner box NetWork Box
(Applicable to the MX-2
model only)
Semi Stand KIT
Note
•You can purchase and connect a separate network box or TV tuner box. For information
on how to use these, refer to their respective user manuals.
• You can only connect one external box.
Introduction

Your LCD Display
Front
MENU button [MENU]
Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu. Also use to exit the
OSD menu or return to the previous menu.
Navigate buttons (Up-Down buttons)
Moves from one menu item to another vertically or adjusts selected menu
values.
Adjust buttons (Left-Right buttons) / Volume buttons
Moves from one menu item to another horizontally or adjusts selected
menu values. When OSD is not on the screen, push the button to adjust
volume.
ENTER button [ENTER]
Activates a highlighted menu item.
SOURCE button [SOURCE]
Switches from PC mode to Video mode. Changing the source is only al-
lowed for external devices that are connected to the LCD Display at the
time.
[PC] → [DVI] → [AV] → [HDMI] → [MagicInfo] → [TV]
Note
•The TV menu is available when a TV tuner box is installed.
• MX-2 model can use MagicInfo menu when mounted Network box.
D.MENU
Opens the on-screen D.MENU.
Note
• This is available when a TV tuner box is installed.
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Power button [ ]
Use this button for turning the LCD Display on and off.
Power indicator
Shows PowerSaver mode by blinking green
Note
See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding
power saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your LCD Display
OFF when it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods.
Remote Control Sensor
Aim the remote control towards this spot on the LCD Display.
Rear
Note
For detailed information concerning cable connections, refer to Connecting Cables under
Setup. The LCD Display 's configuration at the back may vary slightly depending on the LCD
Display model.
POWER S/W ON [ │ ] / OFF [O]
Switches the LCD Display On/Off.
POWER IN
The power cord plugs into the LCD Display
and the wall plug.
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RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT)
MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port
DVI / PC / HDMI IN [DVI/PC/HDMI AU-
DIO IN] (PC/DVI/HDMI Audio Connection
Terminal (Input))
DVI / PC / HDMI IN [HDMI]
Connect the HDMI terminal at the back of
your LCD Display to the HDMI terminal of
your digital output device using a HDMI ca-
ble.
DVI / PC / HDMI IN [RGB](PC Video
Connection Terminal)
Using a D-Sub Cable (15 pin D-Sub) - PC
mode (Analog PC)
DVI / PC / HDMI IN [DVI] (PC Video Con-
nection Terminal)
Using a DVI Cable (DVI-D to DVI-D) - DVI
mode (Digital PC)
DC OUT [5V/1.5A]
Connect this to the power connector of a TV
tuner box or network box.
AV IN [VIDEO] (VIDEO Connection Ter-
minal)
Connect the [ VIDEO ] terminal of your mon-
itor to the video output terminal of the exter-
nal device using a VIDEO cable.
AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R](LCD Display
Audio Connection Terminal (Input))
AV AUDIO OUT [L-AUDIO-R] (LCD Dis-
play Audio Connection Terminal (Output))
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RGB OUT
(Applicable to the MXn-2 model only)
LAN (LAN Connection Terminal)
(Applicable to the MXn-2 model only)
USB(USB Connection Terminal)
Keyboard / Mouse, Mass Storage Device
Compatible.
(Applicable to the MXn-2 model only)
Note
The number of LCD Displays that can be
connected to loopout may differ depending
on the cables, signal source etc. With cables
where there is no degradation or signal
source, up to ten LCD Displays can be con-
nected.
Kensington Lock
The Kensington Lock is a device used to
physically fix the system when using it in a
public place. The locking device has to be
purchased separately. The appearance and
locking method may differ from the illustra-
tion depending on the manufacturer. Refer to
the manual provided with the Kensington
Lock for proper use. The locking device has
to be purchased separately.
Note
The location of the Kensington Lock may be
different depending on its model.
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
1. Insert the locking device into the Ken-
sington slot on the LCD Display and
turn it in the locking direction .
2. Connect the Kensington Lock cable.
3. Fix the Kensington Lock to a desk or a
heavy stationary object.
Introduction

Note
See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections.
Remote Control
Note
The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device
operating near the LCD Display , causing a malfunction due to interference with the frequen-
cy.
POWER
OFF
Number Buttons
DEL button
+ VOL -
MUTE
TV/DTV
MENU
INFO
COLOR BUTTONS
TTX/MIX
STILL
AUTO
S.MODE
MDC
LOCK
SOURCE
ENTER/PRE-CH
CH/P
D.MENU
GUIDE
RETURN
Up-Down Left-Right buttons
EXIT
SRS
MagicInfo
P.MODE
DUAL/MTS
Introduction

PIP
SWAP
1. POWER Turns the product On.
2. Off Turns the product Off.
3. Number Buttons Press to change the channel.
4. DEL button
The "-" button operates only for DTV. It is used to select
MMS (multi-channel) for a DTV.
5. + VOL - Adjusts the audio volume.
6. MUTE Pauses (mutes) the audio output temporarily. This is dis-
played on the lower left corner of the screen. The audio
resumes if MUTE or - VOL + is pressed in the Mute mode.
7. TV/DTV Selects the TV and DTV mode directly.
8. MENU Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or
closes the adjustment menu.
9. Activates a highlighted menu item.
10. INFO Current picture information is displayed on the upper left
corner of the screen.
11.COLOR BUTTONS Press to add or delete channels and to store channels to the
favorite channel list in the “Channel List” menu.
12. TTX/MIX TV channels provide written information services via tele-
text.
- Teletext Buttons
For more information > TTX / MIX
13.STILL Press the button once to freeze the screen. Press it again
to unfreeze.
14.AUTO Adjusts the screen display automatically in PC mode. By
changing the resolution in the control panel, auto function is
performed.
15. S.MODE When pressing this button, the current mode is displayed at
the bottom centre of the screen. The LCD Display has a
built-in high fidelity stereo amplifier. Then press the button
again to circle through available preconfigured modes.
( Standard → Music → Movie → Speech → Custom )
16.MDC MDC Quick Launch Button.
17.LOCK Activates or deactivates all function keys on both the remote
control and the LCD Display except for the Power and LOCK
buttons.
Introduction

18. SOURCE Press the button to change the input signal SOURCE.
Changing the SOURCE is only allowed for external devices
that are connected to the LCD Display at the time.
19. ENTER/PRE-CH This button is used to return to the immediately previous
channel.
20. CH/P In TV mode, selects TV channels.
21.D.MENU DTV menu display
22.GUIDE Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display.
23. RETURN Returns to the previous menu.
24. Up-Down Left-Right but-
tons
Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, vertically
or adjusts selected menu values.
25. EXIT Exits from the menu screen.
26. SRS SRS TS XT
27.MagicInfo MagicInfo Quick Launch Button.
28. P.MODE When you press this button, current picture mode is dis-
played on the lower center of the screen.
AV / HDMI / TV : P.MODE
The LCD Display has four automatic picture settings that are
preset at the factory. Then push button again to circle
through available preconfigured modes. ( Dynamic →
Standard → Movie → Custom )
PC / DVI / MagicInfo: M/B (MagicBright)
MagicBright is a feature providing the optimum viewing en-
vironment depending on the contents of the image you are
watching. Then push button again to circle through available
preconfigured modes. (Entertain → Internet → Text → Cus-
tom )
29. DUAL/MTS
DUAL-
STEREO/MONO, DUAL l / DUAL ll and MONO/NICAM
MONO/NICAM STEREO can be operated depending on the
broadcasting type by using the DUAL button on the remote
control while watching TV.
MTS-
You can select MTS (Multichannel Television Stereo) mode.
Audio Type MTS/S_Mode Default
FM Stereo Mono Mono Manual
Change
Stereo Mono ↔ Stereo
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SAP Mono ↔ SAP Mono
30.
PIP Every time you press the button, a PIP screen appears.
- This fuction does not work for this LCD Display.
31. SWAP Swaps the contents of the PIP and main image. The image
in the PIP window will appear on the main screen, and the
main screen image will appear in the PIP window.
- This fuction does not work for this LCD Display.

Connections
Connecting a Computer
Using a Power cord with Earth
•In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make
sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power.
When un-wiring the earth lead, make sure to disconnect the AC power
in advance.
Note
AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can
be connected to the LCD Display. 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. Turn on the power switch.
There are 2 ways to connect the D-sub to your LCD Display. Choose one
of the following:
Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
• Connect the D-sub to the 15-pin, RGB port on the back of your LCD
Display and the 15 pin D-sub Port on the computer.
Using the DVI (Digital) connector on the video card.
• Connect the DVI Cable to the DVI port on the back of your LCD Display
and the DVI port on the computer.

Connect the audio cable for your LCD Display to the audio port on the back
of your computer.
Note
• Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display.
•The DVI cable is optional.
• Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items.
Connecting to Other devices
Using a Power cord with Earth
•In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make
sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power.
When un-wiring the earth lead, make sure to disconnect the AC power
in advance.
Note
AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can
be connected to the LCD Display. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices,
refer to the contents under Adjusting Your LCD Display.
Connecting AV Devices
1. Connect the port of the DVD, VCR (DVD / DTV Set-Top Box) to the [R-AUDIO-L] port of
the LCD Display.
2. Then, start the DVD, VCR or Camcorders with a DVD disc or tape inserted.
3. Select AV using the SOURCE .
Note
The LCD Display has AV connection terminals to connect AV input devices like DVDs, VCRs
or Camcorders. You may enjoy AV signals as long as the LCD Display is turned on.
Connections

Connecting to a Camcorder
1. Locate the AV output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back
of the camcorder. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on
the camcorder and the AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] on the LCD Display .
2. Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the AV
IN [VIDEO] on the LCD Display .
3. Select AV for the Camcorder connection using the Source button on the front of the LCD
Display or on the remote control.
4. 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
Note
•Input devices such as digital DVD are connected to the HDMI terminal of the LCD Display
using the HDMI cable.
• You cannot connect a PC to the HDMI terminal.
Connections

Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable
Note
•Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the HDMI terminal of the LCD
Display using a DVI to HDMI cable.
• Connect the red and white jacks of an RCA to stereo (for PC) cable to the same colored
audio output terminals of the digital output device, and connect the opposite jack to the
DVI / PC / HDMI AUDIO IN terminal of the LCD Display.
Connecting to an Audio System
Note
•Connect a set of audio cables between the AUX L, R jacks on the AUDIO SYSTEM and
AUDIO OUT [L-AUDIO-R] on LCD Display.
Connecting a LAN Cable
Using a Power cord with Earth
•In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make
sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power.
When un-wiring the earth lead, make sure to disconnect the AC power
in advance.
Note
AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcorders as well as your computer can
be connected to the LCD Display. For detailed information on connecting AV input devices,
refer to the contents under Adjusting Your LCD Display.
Connections

Note
Connect the LAN cable.
(Applicable to the MXn-2 model only)
Connecting a USB device
Using a Power cord with Earth
•In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make
sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power.
When un-wiring the earth lead, make sure to disconnect the AC power
in advance.
Note
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.
Note
You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
(Applicable to the MXn-2 model only)
Connections

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
1. Turn off both your computer and the LCD Display.
2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer.
3. Turn on the LCD Display.
The figure shown below ("Check Signal Cable") appears on a black background when
the LCD Display is working normally even though no video signal is detected: While in
the Self-Test mode, the LED power indicator remains green and the figure moves around
on the screen.
4. Turn off your LCD Display and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your com-
puter and the LCD Display
If your LCD Display screen remains blank after using the previous procedure, check your
video controller and computer system; your LCD Display is functioning properly.
Warning Messages
You can even view the screen at a resolution of 1920 x 1080. However, you will receive the
following message for a minute; You can choose to change the screen resolution or stay in
the current mode during that time. And if the resolution is more than 85Hz, you will see the
black screen because the LCD Display does not support over 85Hz.
Note
Refer to Specifications > Preset Timing Modes for the resolutions or frequencies supported
by the LCD Display.
Maintenance and Cleaning
1) Maintaining the LCD Display Case.
Clean with a soft cloth after disconnecting the power cord.

• Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable sub-
stances, or a wet cloth.
•We recommend that a SAMSUNG cleansing agent
is used to prevent damage to the screen.
2) Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen.
Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly.
• Never use acetone, benzene or thinner.
(They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen
surface.)
• The user will be required to pay costs and related
expenses for repairing damages caused.
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, and video mode not supported, etc. In this case,
first check the source of the problem, and then contact a Service Center or your dealer.
1. Check if the power cord and the video cables are properly connected to the computer.
2. Check if the computer beeps more than 3 times when booting.
(If it does, request an a service for the main board of the computer.)
3. If you installed a new video card or if you assembled the PC, check if you installed the
Adaptor(video).
4. Check if the scanning ratio of the video screen is set to between 50 Hz ~ 85 Hz.
(Do not exceed 60Hz when using the maximum resolution.)
5. If you have problems in installing the Adaptor (video) driver, boot the computer in Safe
Mode, remove the Display Adaptor in the "Control Panel −> System −> Device Admin-
istrator" and then reboot the computer to reinstall the Adaptor (video) driver.
Check List
Note
•The following table lists possible problems and their solutions. Before calling for assis-
tance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems for
yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the Information
section or contact your dealer.
• For more network-related information, refer to the MagicInfo Troubleshooting section.
Problems related to the Installation (PC Mode)
Note
Problems related to the LCD Display installation and their solutions are listed.
Q: The LCD Display screen flickers.
Troubleshooting

A: Check if the signal cable between the computer and the LCD Display is securely con-
nected.
(Refer to Connecting a Computer)
Problems related to the Screen
Note
Problems related to the LCD Display screen and their solutions are listed.
Q: The screen is blank and the power indicator is off.
A: Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD Display is on.
(Refer to the Connecting a Computer)
Q: "Check Signal Cable" message.
A: Ensure that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC or video sources.
(Refer to the Connecting a Computer)
A: Ensure that the PC or video sources are turned on.
Q: "Not Optimum Mode" message.
A: Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the video Adaptor.
A: Compare these values with the data in the Preset Timing Modes Chart.
Q: The picture rolls vertically.
A: Check if the signal cable is securely connected. Re-connect it, if necessary.
(Refer to Connecting a Computer)
Q: The image is not clear; picture is blurred.
A: Run Frequency Coarse and Fine tuning.
A: Turn on again after removing all accessories (video extension cable, etc.)
A: Set the resolution and frequency to the recommended ranges.
Q: The picture image is unstable and shakes.
A: 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.
Q: Ghost images are shown in the picture.
A: 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.
Q: The image is too light or too dark.
A: Adjusts the brightness and contrast.
(Refer to the Brightness, Contrast)
Troubleshooting

Q: The screen color is inconsistent.
A: Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu.
Q: The color image is distorted by dark shadows.
A: Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu.
Q: The color white is poor.
A: Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu.
Q: The Power Indicator blinks.
A: The LCD Display is currently saving the changes made in the settings to the OSD
memory.
Q: The screen is blank and the power indicator light blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds.
A: The LCD Display is using its power management system.
Press any key on the keyboard.
Q: The screen is blank and it is blinking.
A: If you see the "TEST GOOD" message on the screen when you pressing the MENU
button, check the cable connection between the LCD Display and the computer to en-
sure that the connector is properly connected.
Problems related to Audio
Note
Problems related to audio signals and their solutions are listed below.
Q: No sound.
A: Ensure that the audio cable is firmly connected to both the audio-in port on your LCD
Display and the audio-out port on your sound card.
(Refer to the Connecting a Computer)
A: Check the volume level.
Q: The sound level is too low.
A: Check the volume level.
A: 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.
Q: The sound is too high or too low.
A: 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.
Q: The remote control buttons do not respond.
Troubleshooting