Samsung Syncmaster P2450h User Manual

Installing the Software4-1
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;...

4-2Installing the Software
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...

Installing the Software4-2
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...

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...

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 appears on the screen even if the...

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 ME/XP/2000 : Set the color again by selecting Con-
trol Panel 
→ Display → Settings.
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...

5-3Troubleshooting
5-3 FAQ
FAQ!PLEASE TRY THE FOLLOWING!
How can I change the frequency of the video signal? You have to change the frequency of the graphics card.
(For more information, refer to the User Manual of the com-
puter 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 Con-
trol Panel  
→ Display  → Settings.
(For more...

More Information6-1
6 More Information
6-1 Specifications
 Class B (Information Communication equipment for residential use)
This device has been registered regarding EMI for home use (Class B). It may be used in all areas. (Class B equipment 
emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equipment.)
 
MODEL NAMEP2450H
LCD 
PanelSize 24 inch (61cm)
Display area 531.36 mm(H) x 298.89 mm(V)
Pixel Pitch 0.2768 mm (H) X 0.2768 mm (V)
Synchro-
nizationHorizontal 30~81 kHz
Vertical 50~75 Hz
Display Color...

6-2More Information
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. If the product enters power saving mode, the power LED turns to a 
different color to indicate that the product is in power saving mode. 
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...