Samsung SyncMaster 400UX-3 User manual

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LCD MONITOR
quick start guide
400UXN-3 400UX-3 460UXN-3 460UX-3

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
holding the grooves on
both sides of the package
box.
Check the contents of the
package. Remove the Styrofoam and vinyl cover.
Note
• After unpacking the package, make sure to check the contents of the package.
• Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product later.
• If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
• Contact a local dealer to purchase optional items.
Unpacking
LCD Display

Manuals
Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
User's Guide
MagicInfo Software CD,
MagicInfo Manual CD
(Applicable to the
400UXN-3, 460UXN-3
model only)
Cables
Power Cord D-Sub Cable
Others
Remote Control
(BP59-00138B)
Batteries (AAA X 2)
(Not available in all loca-
tions)
Sold separately
Semi Stand KIT LAN Cable USB Cable
(Applicable to the
400UXN-3, 460UXN-3
model only)
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Sold separately
RGB to BNC Cable RGB to Component Cable Network Box
(Applicable to the
400UX-3, 460UX-3 model
only)
Wall Mount KIT TV Tuner Box
Note
Accessories that can be purchased with the product vary by country.
Your LCD Display
Front
SOURCE button
Switches from PC mode to Video mode. Selects the input source that an
external device is connected to.
[PC] →[DVI] →[AV] →[Component] →[HDMI1] →[HDMI2] →[Dis-
playPort] →[MagicInfo] →[TV]
Note
• A TV tuner box (sold separately) must be connected to use the TV.
•A network box (sold separately) must be connected to use MagicInfo
with a 400UX-3, 460UX-3 model.
POWER button
Use this button for turning the LCD Display on and off.
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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
See the "Connections" section for details about cable connections. The LCD Display's con-
figuration at the back may vary slightly depending on the model.
POWER S/W ON [ │] / OFF
Switches the LCD Display On/Off.
POWER
The power cord plugs into the LCD Display
and the wall outlet.
IR OUT/IN
Receives a signal from the remote control
andoutputsthesignalthroughLoopoutwhen
a removable sensor board is connected.
AMBIENT SENSOR IN
Supplies power to the removable sensor
board and receives a signal from the light
sensor.
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DVI OUT (LOOPOUT)
•Connect a monitor to another monitor
through a DVI, DVI to HDMI cable.
•ConnectaDVIorDVI-HDMIcable to [DVI
OUT (LOOPOUT)] on the product and
[DVI IN] or [HDMI IN] on another monitor.
•HDMI and network signals sent via the
[DVI OUT(LOOPOUT)] port are dis-
played on the second display which has
the [DVI IN] port.
Note
• The Loopout function can be used to du-
plicate the screen of the primary display.
Connect [DVI OUT] on the primary dis-
play to [DVI IN] or [HDMI] on another
display.
• A maximum of 100 monitors can be con-
nected to DVI-Loopout (using a 2m-long
DVI cable). Up to HD resolution can be
supported. Compatible input sources in-
clude DVI IN, HDMI IN 1, and HDMI IN 2
(MagicInfo).
•The status of the cable may have a great
effect on the Loopout performance.
RGB/COMPONENT IN (PC/COMPO-
NENT Connection Terminal (Input))
•Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN]
portonthemonitortotheRGBportonthe
PC using the D-SUB cable.
•Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN]
port on the monitor to the COMPONENT
portonthe externaldeviceusingtheRGB
to COMPONENT cable.
•Connect the [RGB/COMPONENT IN]
portonthe monitor totheBNC port onthe
PC using the RGB to BNC cable.
DVI IN (PC Video Connection Terminal)
Connect the [DVI IN] port on the monitor to
the DVI port on the PC using the DVI cable.
RGB/DVI/DP/HDMI AUDIO IN (PC/DVI/
DP/HDMI Audio Connection Terminal (In-
put))
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Connect the [RGB/DVI/DP/HDMI AUDIO
IN] terminal of the monitor and the speaker
output terminal of your computer's sound
card using a stereo cable (sold separately).
DP IN
Receives a signal from the Display port.
ConnectaDPcableto[DPIN]ontheproduct
and DP IN on another display.
AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-
L]
Connect the [AV/COMPONENT [R-AUDIO-
L]] port on the monitor to the audio output
port on the PC or on the external device us-
ing an audio cable.
AV IN
Connect the [AV IN] terminal of your monitor
to the video output terminal of the external
device using a VIDEO cable.
AUDIO OUT
Connect a headphone or an External speak-
er.
DC OUT
Make sure to use connecting [DC OUT] ter-
minal to the authorized TV-Tuner Box
[SBB_DTC/ZA].
Otherwise, this may result in damage
to the product.
HDMI IN 1
•Connect the [HDMI IN 1] terminal at the
back of your LCD Display to the HDMI
terminal of your digital output device us-
ing a HDMI cable.
• Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported.
Note
•The [HDMI IN 1] port can be connected
to general external devices (DVD play-
ers, camcorders, etc.) or the TV set-top
box.
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•To use a TV tuner box, make sure to con-
nect it to the [HDMI IN 1] terminal.
HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)
•Connect the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)]
terminal at the back of your LCD Display
tothe HDMI terminalof your digitaloutput
device using a HDMI cable.
• Up to HDMI 1.3 can be supported.
Note
The MAGICINFO OUT port must be connec-
ted to the [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] port.
RJ 45 MDC (MDC PORT)
MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port
ConnecttheLANcableto[RJ45MDC]onthe
productand LANon the PC. To use an MDC,
the MDC program must be installed on the
PC.
Note
Go to Multi Control and select RJ45 MDC
as the MDC Connection.
RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT)
MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port
Connect a serial cable (cross type) to
[RS232C]onthe productandRS232Conthe
PC. To use an MDC, the MDC program must
be installed on the PC.
Note
Go to Multi Control and select RS232C
MDC as the MDC Connection.
RGB OUT
MagicInfo video output port
Note
Applicable to the 400UXN-3, 460UXN-3
model only.
MAGICINFO OUT
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Outputs MagicInfo HDMI signals. It should
be connected to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)]
via an HDMI cable.
LAN (LAN Connection Terminal)
Connects to a LAN cable to allow Internet or
network access in MagicInfo mode.
Note
Applicable to the 400UXN-3, 460UXN-3
model only.
USB (USB Connection Terminal)
Keyboard / Mouse, Mass Storage Device
Compatible.
Note
Applicable to the 400UXN-3, 460UXN-3
model only.
Kensington Lock slot
AKensingtonLockisananti-theftdevicethat
enablesuserstolocktheproductso that they
cansafelyuseit in publiclocations.Sincethe
shape and usage of the locking device may
differ depending on the model and the man-
ufacturer, for more information, refer to the
UserManualsuppliedwiththelocking device
for more information.
Note
You must purchase the Kensington Lock
separately.
To lock the product, follow these
steps:
1. Wrap the Kensington lock cable around
a large, stationary object such as a desk
or chair.
2. Slide the end of the cable with the lock
attached through the looped end of the
Kensington lock cable.
3. Insert the Kensington Lock into the se-
curity slot ( ) on the back of the dis-
play.
4. Lock the lock ( ).
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Note
•These are general instructions. For exact
instructions, see the User Manual sup-
plied with the locking device.
•You can purchase the locking device
from an electronics store, an online shop,
or our service center.
Note
See the "Connections" section for details about 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 / GUIDE button
+ VOL -
SOURCE
D.MENU
TOOLS
Up-Down Left-Right buttons
INFO
TheColor button andthe PC/DVI/HDMI/DP
selection button
TTX/MIX
MTS/DUAL
ENTER/PRE-CH
MUTE
CH/P
TV
MENU
RETURN
EXIT
MagicInfo
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POWER Turns the product On/Off.
OFF Turns the product Off.
Number Buttons Used to enter the password during the OSD adjustment or
to use MagicInfo.
Press to change the channel.
DEL / GUIDE button The "-" button is used to select Digital channels.
Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display.
- This function does not work for this LCD Display.
+ VOL - Adjusts the audio volume.
SOURCE Selects a connected external input source or MagicInfo
mode.
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.
D.MENU DTV menu display
- This function does not work for this LCD Display.
TOOLS Use to quickly select frequently used functions.
- This function does not work for this LCD Display.
Up-Down Left-Right but-
tons
Movesfromonemenuitemtoanotherhorizontally,vertically
or adjusts selected menu values.
INFO Current picture information is displayed on the upper left
corner of the screen.
The Color button and the
PC/DVI/HDMI/DP selection
button
Enables or disables TTX in TV mode.
You can select the PC, DVI, HDMI or DP(DisplayPort) ex-
ternal input directly in a mode other than TV mode.
TTX/MIX TV channels provide written information services via tele-
text.
- Teletext Buttons
- This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed.
MTS/DUAL MTS-
YoucanselectMTS(MultichannelTelevisionStereo)mode.
Audio Type MTS/S_Mode Default
FM Stereo Mono Mono Manual
Change
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Stereo Mono ↔Stereo
SAP Mono ↔SAP Mono
DUAL-
STEREO/MONO, DUAL l / DUAL ll and MONO/NICAM
MONO/NICAMSTEREOcanbeoperateddependingonthe
broadcasting type by using the DUAL button on the remote
control while watching TV.
- This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed.
ENTER/PRE-CH This button is used to return to the immediately previous
channel.
- This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed.
MUTE Pauses (mutes) the audio output temporarily. This is dis-
played on the lower left corner of the screen. The audio
comes back on if MUTE or - VOL + is pressed in the Mute
mode.
CH/P In TV mode, selects TV channels.
- This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed.
TV Selects the TV mode directly.
- This is activated when a TV tuner box is installed.
MENU Opens the on-screen menu and exits from the menu or
closes the adjustment menu.
RETURN Returns to the previous menu.
EXIT Exits from the menu screen.
MagicInfo MagicInfo Quick Launch Button.
Note
This button is disabled for products that do not support
MagicInfo.
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Connections
Connecting a Computer
There are several ways to connect the computer to the monitor. Choose
one from the following options.
Using the D-sub (Analog) connector on the video card.
•Connect the D-sub to the 15-pin, [RGB/COMPONENT IN] 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 IN] port on the back of your LCD
Display and the DVI port on the computer.
Using the HDMI (Digital) connector on the video card.
• Connect the [HDMI IN 1] port on the LCD Display to the HDMI port on
the PC using the HDMI cable.

Note
SelectHDMI2 (onlywitha400UX-3,460UX-3model)orHDMI1 asaninput
source when connected to the PC via an HDMI cable.
To obtain normal picture and audio from the PC, HDMI2 (only with a
400UX-3, 460UX-3 model) or HDMI1 must be selected before PC is se-
lected in Edit Name.
To enable audio when DVI Device is selected, be sure to establish the
connection using step ( ).
Connect the Audio cable for your LCD Display to the Audio port on the
back of the 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.
Note
Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items.
Connecting to Other devices
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.
•The LCD Display 's configuration at the back may vary slightly depending on the LCD
Display model.
Connecting an External Monitor
Connections

Connect between the [DVI OUT(LOOPOUT)] port on the LCD Display and
the input port on another monitor using a DVI cable.
Connectbetween the [AUDIOOUT] port onthe LCD Displayand the audio
input port on another monitor using a stereo cable.
Note
Select DVI Mode as an input source for the external monitor connected to [DVI OUT].
DVI OUT does not support HDCP.
Connecting AV Devices
1. Connect an audio cable to [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] on
the product and the audio port on an external device such as a VCR or
DVD player.
2. Connect a video cable to [AV IN] on the product and the video output port
on the external device.
3. Then,starttheDVD,VCR or Camcorders withaDVDdiscortape inserted.
4. Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "AV".
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

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 video cable between the
VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the [AV IN] on the LCD Dis-
play .
2. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the
camcorder and the [AV /COMPONENT AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]] on the
LCD Display .
3. Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "AV".
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.
Connections

Connecting Using a HDMI Cable
1. Connect an HDMI cable to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] (only with a
400UX-3, 460UX-3 model) or [HDMI IN 1] on the product and the HDMI
output port on a digital device.
2. Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "HDMI1 /
HDMI2(only with a 400UX-3, 460UX-3 model)"
Note
In HDMI mode, only PCM format audio is supported.
Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable
Connect a DVI-HDMI cable to [HDMI IN 2 (MAGICINFO)] (only with a
400UX-3, 460UX-3 model) 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 con-
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nect the opposite jack to the [RGB/DVI/DP/HDMI AUDIO IN] terminal of
the LCD Display.
3. Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "HDMI1 /
HDMI2(only with a 400UX-3, 460UX-3 model)"
Connecting a DVD Player
Connect a RGB to Component cable between the [RGB/COMPONENT
IN] port on the LCD Display and the PR, Y, PBjacks on the DVD player.
Connect a set of audio cables between the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN
[R-AUDIO-L]] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD
player.
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.
Connections

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 PR, Y, PBjacks on the Set Top Box.
Connect a set of audio cables between the [AV/COMPONENT AUDIO IN
[R-AUDIO-L]] on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set
Top Box.
Note
• Press SOURCE on the product or remote control and select "Component".
• For an explanation of Component video, see your Set Top Box owner's manual.
Connecting to an Audio System
1. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUX L, R jacks on the AUDIO
SYSTEM and [AUDIO OUT] on LCD Display.
Connections

Connecting a LAN Cable
1. Connect the LAN cable between the [LAN] port on the product and the
[LAN] port on your PC.
Note
Applicable to the 400UXN-3, 460UXN-3 model only.
Connecting a USB devices
1. You can connect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard.
Note
Applicable to the 400UXN-3, 460UXN-3 model only.
Connections