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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 key-

board.

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.

A:

Check the polarities (+/-) of the batteries.

Troubleshooting

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Summary of Contents for SyncMaster 400DXN-2

Page 1: ...ii 400EX n 460EX n 550EX n LCD DISPLAY quick start guide ...

Page 2: ...ve 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 Make sure to keep the package box for transporting the product in the future After unpacking you may use th...

Page 3: ...ailable in all loca tions User s Guide MagicInfo Software CD MagicInfo Manual CD Applicable to the EXn model only Cables Power Cord D Sub Cable Others Remote Control BP59 00138A Batteries AAA X 2 Not available in all loca tions HOLDER WIRE 2EA BN61 05373A Introduction 9 ...

Page 4: ...od el only Wall Mount KIT 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 AV Component HDMI MagicInfo Note For an EX model MagicInfo can only be enabled when a network box is connected The HDMI port and network box cannot be connected at the same time Introduction 10 ...

Page 5: ...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 var...

Page 6: ...cInfo USB 1 2 3 USB Connection Terminal Keyboard Mouse Mass Storage Device Compatible LAN LAN Connection Terminal Connects to a LAN cable to allow Internet or network access in MagicInfo mode RGB OUT MagicInfo video output port RS232C OUT IN RS232C Serial PORT MDC Multiple Display Control Program Port RJ 45 MDC MDC PORT MDC Multiple Display Control Program Port Introduction 12 ...

Page 7: ... DVI IN port Note A maximum of 6 monitors can be connected to DVI Loopout However up to 10 monitors can be connected in Full HD mode depending on the type of cable or signal equipment connected RGB COMPONENT AV IN Connect the RGB COMPONENT AV IN port of the product to the RGB port of the PC using the D SUB cable Connect the RGB COMPONENT AV IN port on the monitor to the Component port on the exter...

Page 8: ...ing device may differ depending on the model and the man ufacturer refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking 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 ...

Page 9: ...onic 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 COLOR BUTTONS TTX MIX MTS DUAL ENTER PRE CH MUTE CH P TV MENU RETURN EXIT MagicInfo 1 POWER Turns the product On 2 OFF Turns the product Off 3 Number Buttons Used to enter the password during the O...

Page 10: ...item to another horizontally vertically or adjusts selected menu values 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 This function does not work for this LCD Display 12 TTX MIX TV channels provide written information services via te...

Page 11: ... on if MUTE or VOL is pressed in the Mute mode 16 CH P In TV mode selects TV channels This function does not work for this LCD Display 17 TV Selects the TV mode directly This function does not work for this LCD Display 18 MENU Opens the on screen menu and exits from the menu or closes the adjustment menu 19 RETURN Returns to the previous menu 20 EXIT Exits from the menu screen 21 MagicInfo MagicIn...

Page 12: ...ons Using the D sub Analog connector on the video card Connect the D sub to the 15 pin RGB COMPONENT AV IN port on the back of your LCD Display and the 15 pin D sub Port on the computer Using the HDMI digital output on the graphics card Connect the HDMI IN port on the LCD Display to the HDMI port on the PC using the HDMI cable 34 ...

Page 13: ... for your LCD Display to the Power port on the back of the LCD Display Turn on the power switch Note Turn on both your computer and the LCD Display 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 c...

Page 14: ...ween the AUDIO OUT port on the LCD Display and the audio input port on another monitor using a stereo cable 3 Select DVI using the SOURCE button on the front of the LCD Display or on the remote control Note DVI OUT does not support HDCP Connecting Using a RGB to AV Cable 1 Connect the RGB to AV cable to the RGB COMPONENT AV IN port on the monitor Connections 36 ...

Page 15: ...lay or on the remote control Then start the DVD Player with a DVD disc inserted A RGB to AV cable is optional Connecting Using a HDMI Cable 1 Connect input devices such as a Blu Ray DVD player to the HDMI IN terminal of the LCD Display using an HDMI cable 2 Select HDMI using the SOURCE button on the front of the LCD Display or on the remote control Note In HDMI mode only PCM format audio is suppor...

Page 16: ...for PC cable to the same colored audio output terminals of the digital output device and connect the opposite jack to the AUDIO IN terminal of the LCD Display 3 Select HDMI using the SOURCE button on the front of the LCD Display or on the remote control Connecting a DVD Player 1 Connect a RGB to Component cable between the RGB COMPONENT AV IN port on the LCD Display and the PR Y PB jacks on the DV...

Page 17: ...Component video consult your DVD manual Connecting a DTV Set Top Cable Satellite Box 1 Connect a RGB to Component cable between the RGB COMPONENT AV IN port on the LCD Display and the PR Y PB jacks on the Set Top Box 2 Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO IN on the LCD Display and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Set Top Box Note Select Component for the connection to a DTV Set Top Box using ...

Page 18: ... 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 Connecting a LAN Cable Connect the LAN cable Note Applicable to the EXn model only Connections 40 ...

Page 19: ...nnect USB devices such as a mouse or keyboard Note Applicable to the EXn model only Assembling the Cables Note Do not pull the cables too hard when arranging them This may cause damage to the product s connection terminals Connections 41 ...

Page 20: ...econnect 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 ch...

Page 21: ...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 istr...

Page 22: ...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 freq...

Page 23: ...ection 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 vo...

Page 24: ... details Q How can I set the Power Saving function A Windows XP Set the resolution in the Control Panel Appearance and Themes Display Screen Saver Set the function in the BIOS SETUP of the computer Refer to the Windows Computer Manual A Windows ME 2000 Set the resolution at the Control Panel Display Screen Saver Set the function in the BIOS SETUP of the computer Refer to the Windows Computer Manua...

Page 25: ...r assistance check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself If you do need assistance please call the phone number on the In formation section or contact your dealer Troubleshooting 102 ...

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