Samsung Syncmaster S24a450b User Manual

							Using the product3-19
 COLOR
 (This is unavailable when < Bright> is set to  and  mode.) 
MenuDescription
ColorExpresses natural colors more cl
early without changing the picture quality using proprietary digital 
picture quality improvement technology  developed by Samsung Electronics.
•  - Turns the < Color> function off.
•  - You can compare the pictures processed by < Color> with the original pictures.
•  - Provides a clearer picture including areas corresponding to skin color.
•  - Improves the chroma of pictures except for areas corresponding to skin color.
 This menu is unavailable when < Angle> is set. 
Red You can adjust the red color value of 
pictures according to your preference. This menu is unavailable when < Color> is  set to  mode or  mode. 
GreenYou can adjust the green color value of 
pictures according to your preference. This menu is unavailable when < Color> is  set to  mode or  mode. 
BlueYou can adjust the blue color value of pi
ctures according to your preference. This menu is unavailable when < Color> is  set to  mode or  mode. 
Color ToneYou can set the color temperatur
e according to your preference.
•   - Sets the color temperature of  the screen to very cool.
• 
- Sets the color temperature of the screen to cool.
•   - Sets the color temperature of the sc reen to the standard color temperature.  
•   - Sets the color temperature of the screen to warm.
•   - Sets the color temperature of the screen to very warm.
•  - Select this menu to set the color temperature manually.  
If you do not like the preset color temperatures , you can manually adjust the value of RGB.
 
• This menu is unavailable when < Color> is set to  mode or  mode.
• This menu is unavailable when < Angle> is set.
 
GammaUsing this menu, you can change the intens
ity of the colors of medium brightness.
•  -  -  This menu is unavailable when < Angle> is set. 
 
						

							3-19Using the product
 SIZE & POSITION
MenuDescription
H-PositionMoves 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 Size
 Supplied for the wide models only such as 16:9 or 16:10. 
PC 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 DVI input mode, the picture is displayed 
as is without truncation.
 This can only be set when the external input  is connected through DVI and  is 
set to .
 
•  - Displays pictures at the 4:3 aspect ratio.
•  - Displays pictures at the 16:10 aspect ratio. 
•  - If a 720P, 1080i or 1080P signal is  input in DVI input mode, the picture is displayed 
as is without truncation.
 • It can only be selected if an external input is connected to the DVI terminal and the  is set to .
• When the panel is of 16:10,the screen size  options include ,,.
 
Menu H-Position You can adjust the horizontal position of the OSD.
Menu V-Position You can adjust the vertical position of the OSD.
 
						

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 SETUP&RESET
MenuDescription
ResetUse this function to restore t
he visual quality and color settings to the factory defaults.
•  - 
Language Select a language for the OSD.
 The selected language is only applied to the produ
ct OSD. This setting does not affect the other 
functions of the PC.
 
Eco Saving This function provides user a low 
power mode which is realized by lo wering the current of the display 
panel.
• 
When  is selected, the power consumption is about 75% of default setting.
•  When  is selected, the power consumption is about 50% of default setting.
•  When  is selected, the  function is turned Off .
 This menu is unavailable when < Bright> is set to  mode. 
Off Timer On/OffYou 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 sele
cted,This function is available only.  
PC/AV ModeSet to PC when connected to a PC.
Set to AV when connected to an AV device.
 • This function does not support Analog mode.
• Supplied for the wide models only such as 16:9 or 16:10.
• If the monitor (when set to Digital) is in power saving mode or is displaying the message 
, press the MENU button to display the On Screen Display (OSD). 
You can select   or .
 
Key Repeat Time Controls the repeat delay of a button.
You can set to ,  or . If  is selected, the button only 
responds once.
 
						

							3-19Using the product
 INFORMATION
Customized KeyYou can set the function of the Cust
omized Key to one of the following.
• < Angle> - < Bright> -  - 
Auto Source •  - The monitor automatically selects an input signal.
•  - Users have to manually select an input signal. Not applicable to analog (D-SUB)-o
r-digital (DVI)-dedicated models. 
Display TimeThe 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
INFORMATIONShows the frequency and resolution set on the PC.  For models with an Analog interface only,  is not shown in the . 
MenuDescription
 
						

							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, re fer to the online help of the software (F1).
 
The Natural Color is provided online. You can do wnload it from the website below and install;
http://www.samsung.com/us/consumer/learningresourc es/monitor/naturalcolorexpert/pop_download.html 
 
						

							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 keyb oard 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 no t 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 a ccording 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 th e 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
•Windows Vista 32Bit
•Windows 7 32Bit
 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 Pr ograms] icon in the Control Panel. 
 
						

							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 que stions) or information about the software upgrade for 
MagicTune™, please visit our website. 
• MagicTune does not be compatible with all video ca rds. For better woking, Win7 OS is recommended. 
• Before using MagicTune, we suggest that video card  driver should be updated as latest version.
 
 
						

							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 no t 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 a ccording 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 t he 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 gra phics 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-cli ck [Add or Remove Programs]. 
Select MultiScreen from the program li st and click the [Add/Delete] button. 
 
						

							Installing the Software4-4
4-4 MagicRotation
What is
MagicRotation?
The MagicRotation Software from Samsung Electr onics, Inc. provides the user with a rotation feature (0, 90, 180, 270 orientation) 
that facilitates the optimum utilization  of computer display screen, better viewing and improved user productivity. 
Installing the Software
1.Insert the installation CD  into the CD-ROM drive. 
2. Select the 
MagicRotation setup program. 
 If the pop-up screen for the software installation does no t appear on the main screen, find and double-click the 
MagicRotation setup file on the CD-ROM.
 
3. Select the installation language and click [Next].
4. Complete the remaining software installation steps a ccording to the instructions displayed on the screen.
 • The software may not work properly if you do not restart the computer after the installation.
• The MagicRotation 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 (MagicRotation)
1. The installation of MagicRotation 
may be affected by the graphics card, mo therboard and the networking environment. 
2. When you want to use both MagicRotation and Magi cTune, please install MagicTune at first. 
Limitation
1.The Display Driver should be properly load ed for the MagicRotation to work properly.
The installed Display Driver should be the latest driver supplied by the vendor. 
2. If some applications like Windows Media Player, Real Player,  etc. are not displaying movie files properly in 90, 180 and 
270 orientations then do the following : 
• Close the application. 
• Select the Orientation (90, 180, 270)  you want to view the application. 
• Relaunch the application. 
In most cases this should fix the problem. 
3. User Applications using OpenGL and DirectDraw (3D drawing)  will not function as per the orientation mode selected (90, 
180, 270).
e.g. 3D games 
4. DOS based applications in Full Screen M ode will not function as per the orientation mode selected (90, 180, 270). 
5. Dual is not supported in Windows™ 98, ME, NT 4.0. 
6. MagicRotation does not provide support for 24  bits per pixel (Bit depth/Color Quality). 
7. If you are changing your Graphic Card it is recommended  that you uninstall the MagicRotation Software before doing so. 
System Requirements
OS
• Windows™ 98 SE
• Windows™ Me
• Windows™ NT 4.0
• Windows™ 2000
 
						

							4-4Installing the Software
• Windows XP Home Edition
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows Vista 32Bit 
• Windows 7 32Bit 
 For MagicRotation, Windows 2000 or later is recommended.  
Hardware
• At least 128MB of memory(recommended) 
• At least 25MB of free space on the hard disk drive 
Service Packs
• It is recommended that your System has the latest Service Pack installed. 
• For Windows™ NT 4.0, it is recommended to install Internet Explorer 5.0 and above with Active Desktop component. 
 • For more information, refer to the website.
• Windows™ is registered trademark  of Microsoft Corporation,Inc. 
 
Removing the Software
You can only remove MagicRotation through [Add or Remove Programs ] in Windows.
To remove MagicRotation, 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 Pr ograms] icon in the Control Panel. 
3. In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select  MagicRotation so that it is highlighted. 
4. Click [Change or Remove Programs] to remove the software. 
5. Select [Yes] to start removing MagicRotation. 
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 MagicRotation, 
please visit our website.