Samsung Syncmaster B2430l User Manual

							Using the product3-5
 (This is unavailable when  is set to  and  mode.) 
 SIZE & POSITION
MENUDESCRIPTION
H-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen horizontally.
 This function is only available in Analog mode.
When a 720P,1080i or 1080P signal is input in AV mode ,select to adjust 
horizontal position in 0-6 levels. 
 
V-Position Moves the position of the display area on the screen vertically.
 This function is only available in Analog mode.
When a 720P,1080i or 1080P signal is input in AV mode ,select to adjust vertical 
position in 0-6 levels. 
 
Image SizePC signals 
•  - The picture is displayed at the aspect ratio of the input signal.
•  - The picture is displayed in full screen regardless of the aspect ratio of the input signal.
 • A signal not in the standard mode table is not supported.
• If the resolution is set to the optimal resolution, the aspect ratio does not change whether 
the  is set to  or .
 
AV signals 
•  - Displays pictures at the 4 : 3 aspect ratio. 
•  - Displays pictures at the 16 : 9 aspect ratio. 
•  - If a 720P, 1080i or 1080P signal is input in HDMI/DVI input mode, the picture is 
displayed as is without truncation.
 This can only be set when the external input is connected through HDMI/DVI and  is set to .
 
Menu H-Position You can adjust the horizontal position of the OSD.
Menu V-Position You can adjust the vertical position of the OSD.
 
						

							3-5Using the product
 SETUP&RESET
MENUDESCRIPTION
Reset Use this function to restore the visual quality and color settings to the factory defaults.
• - 
Language Select a language for the OSD.
 The selected language is only applied to the product OSD. This setting does not affect the other 
functions of the PC.
 
MagicReturn The function is available in Windows7 system. The monitor can not be recognized when it is turned 
off. To recognize it, you must turn it on.
•
When is selected, the  function is turned off.
•
When is selected, the  function is turned on.
 • This function does not support Analog mode. 
• This function is only available for PC mode of DVI input.
• This function is not available in Windows2000/XP/Vista system. It is suggested to select 
.
• This function is not available for graphics card ATI X600. It is suggested to select .
• When the  OSD is shown,user can keep pressing the ▼ Key for 5 
seconds,then  is set to  automatically.
• The  function may not work properly with graphics cards that are not fully 
compliant with DVI specifications.
• If this is the case, please contact the appropriate graphics card manufacturer or set the 
 function to .
 
MagicEco This function provides user a low power mode which is realized by lowering the current of the display 
panel.
• 
When  is selected, the power consumption is 100% of Default Setting.
• 
When  is selected, the power consumption is 75% of Default Setting.
• 
When  is selected, the power consumption is 50% of Default Setting.
• 
When  is selected, the function is turned Off .
 
						

							Using the product3-5
 INFORMATION
Off Timer On/Off You can turn the Off Timer on or off.
•  - 
Off Timer Setting Turns the power off automatically when the configured time is reached.
 When  of  is selected,This function is available only.  
Customized Key You can set the function of the Customized Key to one of the following.
• PC signals :  -  -  - 
• AV signals :  -  -  - 
Auto Source •  - The monitor automatically selects an input signal.
•  - Users have to manually select an input signal.
PC/AV Mode Set to PC when connected to a PC.
Set to AV when connected to an AV device.
 • This function does not support Analog mode. 
Display Time The OSD automatically disappears if no action is taken by the user.
You can determine the time to wait before the OSD is hidden.
•  -  -  - 
Menu Transparency You can select the transparency of the OSD.
•  - 
MENUDESCRIPTION
INFORMATION Shows the frequency and resolution set on the PC. 
MENUDESCRIPTION
 
						

							4-1Installing the Software
4 Installing the Software
4-1 Natural Color
What is Natural Color ?
This software works only for Samsung products and enables adjusting the displayed colors on the product and matches the 
colors on the product with the colors of the printed pictures. For more information, refer to the online help of the software (F1).
The Natural Color is provided online. You can download it from the website below and install;
http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/learningresources/monitor/naturalcolorexpert/pop_download.html 
 
						

							Installing the Software4-2
4-2 MagicTune
What is MagicTune?
 MagicTune is a software program that helps with monitor adjustments by providing comprehensive descriptions of monitor 
functions and easy-to-understand guidelines. 
Users can adjust the product with the mouse and the keyboard without using the operating buttons of the product.
Installing the Software
1.Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 
2.Select the MagicTune setup program. 
 If the pop-up screen for the software installation does not appear on the main screen, find and double-click the 
MagicTune setup file on the CD-ROM.
 3.Select the installation language and 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  MagicTune 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 (MagicTune™)
The installation of MagicTune™may be affected by the graphics card, motherboard and the networking environment. 
System Requirements
OS
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Windows XP Professional
 For MagicTune™, Windows 2000 or later is recommended.  
Hardware
• At least 32MB of memory 
• At least 60MB of free space on the hard disk drive 
 For more information, refer to the website. 
Removing the Software
You can only remove MagicTune™through [Add or Remove Programs ] in Windows.
To remove MagicTune™, complete the following steps.
1.Click [Start] select [Settings], and select [Control Panel] from the menu.
For Windows XP, click [Start], and select [Control Panel] from the menu. 
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. 
 
						

							4-2Installing 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. 
 
 
						

							Installing the Software4-3
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
 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. 
 
						

							5-1Troubleshooting
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 signal cable from the product .
3.Turn the product on. 
4.If the product is working properly, the  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.
 
						

							Troubleshooting5-2
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  message displayed on the 
screen?(Connected using the D-sub cable)
Check the cable connecting the PC and the product.
(Connected using the DVI cable)
If the message appears on the screen even if the cable is 
properly connected, recheck the input signal by pressing the [ 
 ] button of the product.
Is the  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 fre-
quency 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 ON SCREEN ADJUSTMENT MENU (OSD) DOES NOT APPEAR.
Did you cancel the screen adjustment? Check if the  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) 
 
						

							5-2Troubleshooting
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 ME/XP/2000 : Set the color again by selecting Con-
trol Panel → Display → Settings.
Windows Vista  : Set the color again by selecting Control 
Panel → Personalization→ Display Settings.
Windows 7  : Set the color again by selecting Control Panel → 
Display→ Change display settings→ Advanced Set-
tings→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 graph-
ics 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 sup-
ported 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.