Samsung SyncMaster 400DX-2 User Manual

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...

• Do 
not use benzene, thinner or other flammable sub-
stances.
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
surface.)
• The  user  is  responsible  for  any  damage  caused  by using these substances.
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...

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...

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...

A: Check if the batteries are empty.
A:
Check if the power is on.
A:
Check if the power cord is securely connected.
A: Check if a special fluorescent or neon lamp is on in the vicinity.
Q & A Q: How can I change the frequency?
A: 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.)
Q: How can I adjust the resolution?
A: Windows XP: Set the...

 Note
Before  calling 
for 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 

Specifications
General
General
Model Name SyncMaster 400DX-2, 400DXN-2
SyncMaster 460DX-2, 460DXN-2
LCD Panel
Size
SyncMaster
400DX-2,
400DXN-2 40 " Diagonal (101 cm)
SyncMaster
460DX-2,
460DXN-2 46 " Diagonal (116 cm)
Display area SyncMaster
400DX-2,
400DXN-2 885.6 mm (H) x 498.15 mm (V)
SyncMaster
460DX-2,
460DXN-2 1018.08 mm (H) x 572.67 mm (V)
Pixel Pitch SyncMaster
400DX-2,
400DXN-2 0.46125 mm (H) x 0.46125 mm (V)
SyncMaster
460DX-2,
460DXN-2
0.53025 mm (H) x 0.53025 mm (V)
Synchronization...

Input Signal, Terminated
RGB Analog, DVI(Digital Visual Interface) Compliant Digital RGB
0.7 Vp-p ±5 %
Separate H/V sync, Composite, SOG
TTL level (V high ≥ 2.0 V, V low ≤ 0.8 V)
Maximum Pixel Clock
148.5MHz (Analog,Digital)
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 D-sub, DVI-D, AV(Composite,CVBS), HDMI, RS232C In/Out, PC Audio(Stereo) In,
Audio Out , 
DVI...

Plug and Play Capability
This  LCD  Display  can  be  installed  on  any  Plug  &  Play  compatible  system.  The
interaction 
of 
the LCD Display and the computer systems will provide the best op-
erating  conditions  and  LCD  Display  settings.  In  most  cases,  the  LCD  Display
installation  will  proceed  automatically,  unless  the  user  wishes  to  select  alternate
settings.
Dot Acceptable TFT-LCD panels manufactured by using advanced semiconductor technology with
precision 
of 

1ppm (one...

blank while the power LED is on. Refer to the video card manual and adjusts the screen as
follows.
Display Mode Horizontal
Frequency (kHz) Vertical Fre-
quency (Hz) Pixel Clock
(MHz) Sync Polarity
(H/V) 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 -/-
MAC, 832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 -/-
MAC, 1152 x 870 68.681 75.062 100.000 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/-
VESA, 640 x 480 37.500...