Samsung Md230x6 User Manual

							Installing the Software4-2
2.Double-click the [Add or Remove Programs] icon in the Control Panel. 
3.In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select MagicTune™ so that it is highlighted. 
4.Click [Change or Remove Programs] to remove the software. 
5.Select [Yes] to start removing MagicTune™. 
6.Wait until a message box appears informing you that the software has been removed completely. 
 For technical support, the FAQ (frequently asked questions) or information about the software upgrade for MagicTune™, 
please visit our 
website. 
 
 
						

							4-3Installing the Software  
4-3 MultiScreen
What is MultiScreen ?
MultiScreen enables users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sections.
Installing the Software
1.Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 
2.Select the MultiScreen setup program.
 If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the 
MultiScreen setup file on the CD-ROM.
 
3.When the Installation Wizard appears, click [Next].
4.Complete the remaining software installation steps according to the instructions displayed on the screen.
 • The software may not work properly if you do not restart the computer after the installation.
• The MultiScreen icon may not appear depending on the computer system and the product specifications.
• If the shortcut icon does not appear, press the F5 key.
 
Restrictions and Problems with the Installation (MultiScreen)
The MultiScreen installation may be affected by the graphics card, motherboard and the networking environment. 
Operating System
OS
•Windows 2000
•Windows XP Home Edition
•Windows XP Professional
•Windows Vista 32Bit
•Windows 7 32Bit
 For MultiScreen, the operating systems Windows 2000 or later is recommended. 
 
Hardware
•At least 32MB of memory 
•At least 60MB of free space on the hard disk drive 
Removing the Software 
Click [Start], select [Settings]/[Control Panel], and then double-click [Add or Remove Programs]. 
Select MultiScreen from the program list and click the [Add/Delete] button. 
 
						

							Troubleshooting5-1
5 Troubleshooting
5-1 Monitor Self-Diagnosis
 • You can check if the product is working properly using the Self-Diagnosis function.
• If a blank screen is displayed and the Power LED blinks even if the product and the PC are properly connected, perform 
the self-diagnosis function according to the procedures below.
 
1.Turn the product and the PC off.
2.Separate the D-Sub cable from the product . 
3.Turn the product on. 
4.If the product is working properly, the Check Signal Cable message appears.
In this case, if a blank screen is displayed again, make sure that there is no problem with the PC and the connection. The product is 
working properly.
 
						

							5-2Troubleshooting
5-2 Before Requesting Service
 Please check the following before requesting After-Sales service. If the problem continues, please contact your nearest 
Samsung Electronics Service Center.
 
A BLANK SCREEN APPEARS / I CANNOT TURN THE PRODUCT ON
Is the power cord connected properly? Check the connection status of the power cord.
Is the “Check Signal Cable” message displayed on the screen?Check the cable connecting the PC and the product.
If the message keeps appearing even though the cable connection 
is correct, press [  SOURCE] on the multi control pad and check 
the input signal again.
Is the “Not Optimum Mode” message displayed on the screen? This occurs when the signal from the graphics card exceeds the 
maximum resolution or the maximum frequency of the product.
In this case, set up the appropriate resolution and the frequency for 
the product.
Is a blank screen displayed and does the power LED blink at a 1 
second interval?This occurs when the power saving function is running.
If you click the mouse or press any key, the screen will be turned 
on.
Did you connect with a DVI cable? If you connect the DVI cable when the PC has booted up or if you 
reconnect the DVI cable after disconnecting the cable while using 
a PC, the screen may not be displayed because some graphics 
cards do not output the video signal.
In this case, reboot the PC while the DVI cable is connected.
THE IMAGE IS TOO LIGHT OR TOO DARK.
Adjust the Brightness and Contrast.
(Refer to the , ) 
If  is set to , the display brightness can differ according to the input signal.
THE ON SCREEN ADJUSTMENT MENU (OSD) DOES NOT APPEAR.
Did you cancel the screen adjustment? Check if the OSD Adjustment Lock function is set to Off.
THE COLOR IS WEIRD / THE PICTURE IS DISPLAYED IN BLACK AND WHITE.
Is the entire screen displayed in the same color as if viewing the 
screen through a cellophane paper? Check the cable connection to the computer.
Reinsert the graphics card into the computer completely.
Check if the  is set to .
Is the graphics card configured correctly? Set up the graphics card referring to the user manual. 
THE DISPLAY AREA SUDDENLY MOVES TO AN EDGE OR TO THE CENTER.
Did you change the graphics card or the driver? Please press the [AUTO] button to run the auto adjustment 
function.
Did you change the resolution and frequency appropriate to the 
product?Set the resolution and the frequency to the appropriate values in 
the graphics card 
refer to the (Standard Signal Mode Table) 
Is the graphics card configured correctly? Set up the graphics card referring to the user manual. 
THE PICTURES ARE OUT-OF-FOCUS.
Did you change the resolution and the frequency appropriate to the 
product?Set the resolution and the frequency to the appropriate values in 
the graphics card
refer to the (Standard Signal Mode Table) 
 
						

							Troubleshooting5-2
THE COLOR IS DISPLAYED IN 16 BIT (16 COLORS). THE COLOR HAS BEEN CHANGED AFTER CHANGING THE GRAPHICS 
CARD.
Did you install the device driver for the product?
Windows XP : Set the color again by selecting Control Panel → 
Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings. 
Windows ME/2000 : Set the color again by selecting Control Panel 
→ Display → Settings. 
Windows Vista : Change the color settings by selecting Control 
Panel 
→ Appearance and Personalization → Personalization → 
Display settings.
Windows 7 : Change the color settings by selecting Control Panel 
→ Appearance and Personalization → Display → Adjust resolution 
→ Advanced settings → Monitor.
(For more information, refer to the Windows user manual for the 
computer.
)
Is the graphics card configured correctly? Configure the color again in accordance with the new graphics 
card driver. 
WHEN I CONNECT THE MONITOR, THE UNKNOWN MONITOR, PLUG&PLAY (VESA DDC) MONITOR FOUND MESSAGE IS 
DISPLAYED.
Did you install the device driver for the product? Install the device driver referring to the descriptions about the 
driver installation.
Check if all the Plug&Play (VESA DDC) functions are supported 
referring to the User Manual of the graphics card.Install the device driver referring to the descriptions about the 
driver installation.
WHEN I LOOK AT THE EXTERIOR EDGES OF THE PRODUCT, SMALL ALIEN SUBSTANCES APPEAR ON IT. 
Since this product is designed so that the color has a soft appearance by coating it with a transparent material over the black edges, such 
things may be seen. This is not a defect of the product.
A “BEEP, BEEP” SOUND IS HEARD WHEN BOOTING THE COMPUTER.
If the beep sound is generated 3 or more times when booting up the computer, please request service for the computer.
 
						

							5-3Troubleshooting
5-3 FAQ
FAQ!PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING!
How can I change the frequency (refresh rate) of the video signal? You have to change the frequency of the graphics card.
Windows XP : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel 
→ Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings → 
Advanced → Monitor, and then change the refresh rate under 
Monitor Settings. 
Windows ME/2000 : Change the frequency by selecting Control 
Panel  
→ Display  → Settings → Advanced → Monitor, and 
then change the refresh rate under Monitor Settings.
Windows Vista : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel 
→ Appearance and Personalization → Personalization → Display 
settings
 → Advanced settings → Monitor, and then change the 
refresh rate under Monitor Settings. 
Windows 7 : Change the frequency by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Appearance and Personalization 
→ Display → Adjust resolution 
→ Advanced settings → Monitor, and then change the refresh 
rate under Monitor Settings. 
(For more information, refer to the User Manual of the computer or 
the graphics card.)
How can I change the resolution?
Windows XP : Change the resolution by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Appearance and Themes → Display → Settings. 
Windows ME/2000 : Change the resolution by selecting Control 
Panel 
→ Display → Settings. 
Windows Vista : Change the resolution by selecting Control Panel 
→ Appearance and Personalization → Personalization → Display 
settings.
Windows 7 : Change the resolution by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Appearance and Personalization 
→ Display → Adjust resolution.
(For more information, refer to the User Manual of the computer or 
the graphics card.)
How can I use the power saving function?
Windows XP : Configure it by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Appearance and Themes 
→ Display → Screen Saver Setting or 
configure it in the BIOS Setup of the computer.
Windows ME/2000 : Configure it by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Display 
→ Screen Saver Setting or Configure it in the BIOS Setup 
of the computer. 
Windows Vista : Change settings by selecting Control Panel 
→ 
Appearance and Personalization 
→ Personalization → Screen 
Saver. You can also use the BIOS SETUP menu on the PC.
Windows 7 : Change settings by selecting Control Panel
 → 
Appearance and Personalization 
→ Personalization → Screen 
Saver. You can also use the BIOS SETUP menu on the PC.
(For more information, refer to the Windows user manual for the 
computer.
)
 
						

							More Information6-1
6 More Information
6-1 Specifications
MODEL NAMEMD230 / MD230X3 / MD230X6
LCD PanelSize 23 inch (58 cm)
Display area 509.76 mm (H) x 286.74 mm (V) (20.07 inch x 11.29 inch)
Pixel Pitch 0.2655 mm (H) x 0.2655 mm (V) (0.01 inch x 0.01 inch)
SynchronizationHorizontal 30~81 kHz
Vertical 56~60 Hz
Display Color 16.7M
ResolutionOptimum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
Maximum resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
Maximum Pixel Clock 186 MHz (Analog, DVI, Display Port)
Power Supply
This product supports 100 - 240 V. 
Since the standard voltage may differ from country to country, please check the 
label on the back of the product. 
Signal connectors 15pin D-sub, 24Pin DVI, 20Pin DP(Display Port),
USB In, USB Out (Multi Control pad used only)
Dimensions (WxHxD) / 
WeightMD230 528.6 x 308.0 x 60.5 mm ( 20.8 x 12.1 x 2.4 inch) / 5.6 Kg ( 12.3 Ibs )
MD230X3(L) 1585.8 x 563.0 x 307.2 mm ( 62.4 x 22.2 x 12.1 inch) / 24.1 Kg ( 53.1 Ibs )
MD230X3(P) 924.0 x 672.7 x 307.2 mm ( 36.4 x 26.5 x 12.1 inch) / 24.1 Kg ( 53.1 Ibs )
MD230X6 1585.8 x 760.3 x 307.2 mm ( 62.4 x 29.9 x 12.1 inch) / 43.1 Kg ( 95.0 Ibs )
VESA Mounting Interface 100 mm x 100 mm ( 3.9 x 3.9 inch )
Environmental 
considerationsOperating
Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C)
Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing
Storage
Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C)
Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing
MD230 Class B (Information Communication equipment for residential use)
This device is registered for EMC requirements for home use (Class B). It can be 
used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than 
Class A equipment.)
 MD230X3 / MD230X6 Class A (Information Communication equipment for industrial use)
Attention dealers and users. This device is registered for EMC requirements for 
industrial use (Class A) and can be used in areas other than general households.
SCREW HEAD
  [mm]LENGTH [mm] TYPE
AFH
4.08.0 MACHINE
BBH 10.0
 
						

							6-1More Information 
 Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
 
[U.S. Only]
Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. 

To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website, 
www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect, or call (877) 278 - 0799
 
						

							More Information6-2
6-2 Power Saving Function
This product provides a power saving function that automatically turns the screen off when the product is not used for a predetermined 
period of time to reduce power consumption. 
When the product is in power saving mode, the power is not turned off and you can turn the screen on again by pressing any key or clicking 
the mouse. However, the power saving function only works when the product is connected to a computer that provides the power saving 
function.
 •The actual power consumption may be different from the indicated power consumption above if the system conditions or settings are 
changed.
•To stop any power consumption, turn off the switch or disconnect the power cable on the back. Be sure to disconnect the power if 
you intend to stay away from home for many hours.
 
STATENORMAL OPERATIONPOWER SAVING MODEPOWER OFF
Power 
ConsumptionMD230 46 Watts 1 Watts 1 Watts
MD230X3 138 Watts 3 Watts 3 Watts
MD230X6 276 Watts 6 Watts 6 Watts
 
						

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