Samsung BX2431 manual

SyncMaster BX1931N/BX2031/B X2031N/BX2231/BX2331/ BX2431 Monitor User Manual The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specificatio ns are subjec t to change without prior notice to improve the performance.[...]

Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Custody and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1[...]

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11 Power Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWI DE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical &[...]

Major Safety Precautions 1-1 1 Major Safety Precautions 1-1 Before You Start Icons used in this manual Using this Manual • Make yourself fully aware of the safety precautions before using this product. • If a problem occurs, refer to the 'Troubleshooting' section. Copyright Notice The contents of th is manual are subject to cha nge wi[...]

1-2 Major Safety Precautions 1-2 Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenanc e Securing the Installation Space • Keep the required distances between th e product and other obj ects (e.g. walls) to ensure proper ventilation. Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with t he product du e to an increase in the internal te[...]

Major Safety Precautions 1-3 1-3 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions Meaning of Signs Power Related The product image used in the following pictures for your reference may look diffe rent from the actual product. Warning ICON NAME MEANING Warning Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injur[...]

1-3 Major Safety Precautions Caution Installation Related Warning Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. Make sure to use only the power cord sup- plied by our company. In addition, do not use the power cord of another electric appli- ance. • Otherwise, it ma[...]

Major Safety Precautions 1-3 Caution Cleaning Related Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to dust, moistu re (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rai n drops) and in stalling it within a vehi cle. • This may result in electric shock or fire. Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight and installing the product n[...]

1-3 Major Safety Precautions Caution Usage Related Warning Before cleaning the product, unplug the power cord. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly over the produ ct parts. • Make sure that water does not en ter the product. • Otherwise , it may result in fire, electric s[...]

Major Safety Precautions 1-3 Caution When thunder or lighting occurs, u nplug the power cord and und er no circumstance touch the antenna cable as this is danger- ous. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Avoid dropping an object over th e product or cause impact to the product. • Otherwise, it may resu lt in electric shock or [...]

1-3 Major Safety Precautions Maintaining the Correct Post ure when Using this Product Do not place the adapt er on top of another adapter. • Otherwise, it may result in fire. Keep power adapto r aw ay from any other heat source. • Otherwise , it may result in fire. Remove the vinyl cover of the adapter before using the adaptor. • Otherwise, i[...]

Installing the Product 2-1 2 Installing the Product 2-1 Package Contents • Unpack the product and check if all of the following conte nts have been included. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product at a later stage. Monitor The cleaning cloth is supplied with black high-gl ossy models only. CONTENTS Installation Manual Pr[...]

2-2 Installing the Product 2-2 Installing the Stand Before assemb ling the product, pla ce the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the scre en is facing downwards. Insert the Stand Connector into the Sta nd in the dire ction shown by the figure. Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected . Turn the connecting scre w at the botto[...]

Installing the Product 2-2 Disassembly is in the reverse order of the assembly. - Caution Avoid lifting the product hol ding only the stand.[...]

2-3 Installing the Product 2-3 Connecting with a PC The connecting pa rt may differ depen ding on the p roduct model . 1. Connect the product to a PC depending on the video output supported by the PC. • When the graphics card provides D-Sub (<Analog>) output • Connect the [RGB IN] p ort of the product to the [D-Sub] port of the PC with th[...]

Installing the Product 2-3 • Connect the [HDMI IN] port of the product to the [D VI] port on your PC using the HDMI to DVI cable. The [HDMI IN] terminal is supplied for the HDMI-dedicated models only. 2. Connect one end of the power cord to the [POWER] port of the product and connect the other end of the power cord to the 220V or 110V wall outlet[...]

2-4 Installing the Product 2-4 Connecting an HDMI cable 1. Connect the HDMI output port of your digital output device to the [HDMI IN] por t of the product using the HDMI cable. The [HDMI IN] terminal is supplied fo r the HDMI-dedicated models only. 2. Connect a speaker to the [AUDIO OUT] port of the product. This product won't make any sou nd[...]

Installing the Product 2-5 2-5 Kensington Lock A Kensington Lock is an anti-the ft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locat ions. Since the shape and usag e of the locking device may d iffer depending on the model and the man ufacturer, for more information, refer to the User Manual supplie d with[...]

3-1 Using the product 3 Using the product 3-1 Setting the Op timal Resolution If you turn the power on after purchasing the product, a message re garding the optimal reso lution setting appears on the screen . Select a language and the optimal resolution. • The message appears up to 3 times if the reso lution has not been set to the optimal resol[...]

Using the product 3-2 3-2 Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture qua lity when viewed under the optimal resolution settin g. The optimal resolutio n is dependent on the screen size. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolu tion is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setti ng the resol[...]

3-3 Using the product 3-3 Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture qua lity when viewed under the optimal resolution settin g. The optimal resolutio n is dependent on the screen size. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolu tion is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setti ng the resol[...]

Using the product 3-4 3-4 Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture qua lity when viewed under the optimal resolution settin g. The optimal resolutio n is dependent on the screen size. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolu tion is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setti ng the resol[...]

3-5 Using the product 3-5 Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture qua lity when viewed under the optimal resolution settin g. The optimal resolutio n is dependent on the screen size. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolu tion is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setti ng the resol[...]

Using the product 3-5 Horizontal Frequen cy The time taken to scan one line from the left-most position to t he right-most position on the screen is called the horizontal c ycle and the reciprocal of the hori zontal cycle is called the horizon tal frequency. The horizontal fr equency is r epresented in kHz. Vertical Freque ncy A panel must display [...]

3-6 Using the product 3-6 Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture qua lity when viewed under the optimal resolution settin g. The optimal resolutio n is dependent on the screen size. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolu tion is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setti ng the resol[...]

Using the product 3-6 Horizontal Frequen cy The time taken to scan one line from the left-most position to t he right-most position on the screen is called the horizontal c ycle and the reciprocal of the hori zontal cycle is called the horizon tal frequency. The horizontal fr equency is r epresented in kHz. Vertical Freque ncy A panel must display [...]

3-7 Using the product 3-7 Standard Signal Mode Table This product delivers the best picture qua lity when viewed under the optimal resolution settin g. The optimal resolutio n is dependent on the screen size. Therefore, the visual quality will be degraded if the optimal resolu tion is not set for the panel size. It is recommended setti ng the resol[...]

Using the product 3-7 Horizontal Frequen cy The time taken to scan one line from the left-most position to t he right-most position on the screen is called the horizontal c ycle and the reciprocal of the hori zontal cycle is called the horizon tal frequency. The horizontal fr equency is r epresented in kHz. Vertical Freque ncy A panel must display [...]

3-8 Using the product 3-8 Installing the Device Driver If you install th e device driver, you can set up the appropriate resolution and freque ncy for the product. The device driver is included on the CD-ROM supplied with the product. If the supplied dr ive file is corrupted, please visit a service center or Samsung Electronics website (http://www.[...]

Using the product 3-9 3-9 Product Operating Buttons Product Operating Buttons ICON DESCRIPTION MENU Press this button to view the On Screen Display (OSD). This button is also used to exit the OS D or to return to a higher-level OSD menu * OSD Adjustment Lock This function locks th e OSD in order to maintain the current settings or to prevent the se[...]

3-9 Using the product AUTO Press [AUTO] button to adjust the screen settings automatically This function is only available in Anal og mode. If the resolution settings are changed in the Display Pro perties, the AUTO adjustment func- tion is performed. Press this button to turn the product on or off • The buttons on the right of the product are to[...]

Using the product 3-10 3-10 Using the Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) The Screen Adjustment Menu (OSD: On Screen Display) Structure Monitor function s may vary according to models. Please refer to actual product. PICTURE TOP MENUS SUB MENUS PICTURE Brightness Contrast Sharp ness MagicBright Picture Mode MagicAngle Coarse Fine Respon[...]

3-10 Using the product Sharpness Controls the clarity of detail s of pictures displayed on the screen • This menu is unavai lable when <MagicBrig ht> is set to <Dyna mic Contrast> or < Cinema> mode. • This menu is unavailable when <MagicColor> is set to <Full> mode or <Intelligent> mode. • This menu is unav[...]

Using the product 3-10 MagicAngle This feature allows you to see optimal screen quality according to your vie wing position. When viewing the scree n at an angle from below, above or the side of the monitor, by setting the appropriate mode for each position you can obtai n a similar picture quality as viewing the screen directly from the front. Set[...]

3-10 Using the product COLOR Response Time Accelerates the response time of the panel fast er than the origi nal response time so that moving pic- tures appear sharper and more natura l. •< N o r m a l > • <Faster> •< F a s t e s t > • It is recommended setting the <Normal> o r <Faster> when no t viewing a movi[...]

Using the product 3-10 (This is unavailable when <Mag icBright> is set to <Dynamic Contrast> and <Cinema> mode.) MENU DESCRIPTION MagicColor Expresses natu ral colors mo re clearly without changing the pictur e quality using proprietary digital picture quality improvement tech nolog y developed by Samsung Electro nics. • <Off[...]

3-10 Using the product SIZE & POSITION MENU DESCRIPTION H-Position Moves the position of the display area on th e screen horizontally. • This function is only available in An alog mode. • When a 720P, 1080i or 1080P signal is input in AV mode ,select <Screen Fit >to adjust horizontal position in 0-6 levels. V-Position Moves the positi[...]

Using the product 3-10 SETUP&RESET MENU DESCRIPTION Reset Use this function to restore the visual quality and color settings to the factory defau lts. •< N o > - < Y e s > Language Select a language for the OSD. The selected langua ge is only applie d to the prod uct OSD. This se tting do es not affe ct the other functions of the [...]

3-10 Using the product INFORMATION Off Timer On/Off You can turn the Off Timer on or off. • <Off> - <On> Off Timer Setting Turns the power off automat ically when the configured ti me is reached. When <On> of <O ff Timer On/Off> is sele cted,This function is available only. Key Repeat Time Controls the repea t delay of a b[...]

Installing the Software 4-1 4 Installing the Software 4-1 Natural Color What is Natural Color ? This software works only for Samsung products and enables adju sting the displayed colors on the product and matches the colors on the product with the colors of th e printed pictures. For more information, re fer to the online help of the so ftware ( F1[...]

4-2 Installing the Software 4-2 MagicTune What is MagicTune? MagicTune is a software program that helps with monitor adj ustmen ts by providing comprehensive descriptions of monitor functions and easy-to-understand guidelines. Users can adjust the product with the mo use and the keyb oard without using the opera tin g buttons of the product. Instal[...]

Installing the Software 4-2 3. In the [Add/Remove] window, find and select MagicTun e™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 FA[...]

4-3 Installing the Software 4-3 MultiScreen What is MultiScreen ? MultiScreen enable s users to use the monitor by partitioning multiple sectio ns. 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 installa tion does no t appea r on the main sc[...]

Troubleshooting 5-1 5 Troubleshooting 5-1 Monitor Self-Diagnosis • You can check if the pro duct is working pr operly using the Self-Diagnosis function. • If a blank screen is displa yed and the Power LED blin ks even if the product a nd the PC are properl y connected, perform the self-diagnosis function according to th e procedures below. 1. T[...]

5-2 Troubleshooting 5-2 Before Requesting Service Please check the following befo re requesting After-Sales servic e. If the problem conti nues, 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 conne ction status of the power cord. I[...]

Troubleshooting 5-2 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 th rough a cellop hane paper? Check the cable connection to the computer. Reinsert the graph ics card into the co mputer completely. Check if the <Color Effect> is set to <Off>. I[...]

5-3 Troubleshooting 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 selectin g Control Panel → Appearance an d Themes → Display → Settings → Advanced → Monitor, and then change the refresh r[...]

More Information 6-1 6 More Information 6-1 Specifications Design and specificatio ns are subj ect to change without prior notice. Class B (Informati on Communication equipment for resi dential use) This device is registered for EMC requir ements for ho me use (Class B). It can be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic wav[...]

6-2 More Information 6-2 Power Saving Function This monitor ha s a built-in power ma nagement system called Po werS aver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. Th e monitor automatica lly returns to normal operation when you press a key on the ke yboard. For ener[...]

More Information 6-3 6-3 Specifications Design and specificatio ns are subj ect to change without prior notice. Class B (Informati on Communication equipment for resi dential use) This device is registered for EMC requir ements for ho me use (Class B). It can be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equ[...]

6-4 More Information 6-4 Power Saving Function This monitor ha s a built-in power ma nagement system called Po werS aver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. Th e monitor automatica lly returns to normal operation when you press a key on the ke yboard. For ener[...]

More Information 6-5 6-5 Specifications Design and specificatio ns are subj ect to change without prior notice. Class B (Informati on Communication equipment for resi dential use) This device is registered for EMC requir ements for ho me use (Class B). It can be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equ[...]

6-6 More Information 6-6 Power Saving Function This monitor ha s a built-in power ma nagement system called Po werS aver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. Th e monitor automatica lly returns to normal operation when you press a key on the ke yboard. For ener[...]

More Information 6-7 6-7 Specifications Design and specificatio ns are subj ect to change without prior notice. Class B (Informati on Communication equipment for resi dential use) This device is registered for EMC requir ements for ho me use (Class B). It can be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equ[...]

6-8 More Information 6-8 Power Saving Function This monitor ha s a built-in power ma nagement system called Po werS aver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. Th e monitor automatica lly returns to normal operation when you press a key on the ke yboard. For ener[...]

More Information 6-9 6-9 Specifications Design and specificatio ns are subj ect to change without prior notice. Class B (Informati on Communication equipment for resi dential use) This device is registered for EMC requir ements for ho me use (Class B). It can be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A equ[...]

6-10 More Information 6-10 Power Saving Function This monitor ha s a built-in power ma nagement system called Po werS aver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. Th e monitor automatica lly returns to normal operation when you press a key on the ke yboard. For en[...]

More Information 6-11 6-11 Specifications Design and specificatio ns are subj ect to change without prior notice. Class B (Informati on Communication equipment for resi dential use) This device is registered for EMC requir ements for ho me use (Class B). It can be used in all areas. (Class B equipment emits less electromagnetic waves than Class A e[...]

6-12 More Information 6-12 Power Saving Function This monitor ha s a built-in power ma nagement system called Po werS aver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor to low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain amount of time. Th e monitor automatica lly returns to normal operation when you press a key on the ke yboard. For en[...]

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