Samsung S24C450F Operating Instructions

User Manual

S22C450F S22C450DW S24C450F

The color and the appearance may differ depending on

the product, and the specifications are subject to

change without prior notice to improve the performance.

BN46-00294H-01

BEFORE USING THE

PRODUCT

PREPARATIONS 19 Checking the Contents

7 Copyright

7 Icons used in this manual

8 Cleaning

9 Securing the Installation Space

9 Precautions for storage

10 Safety Precautions

10 Symbols

11 Electricity and Safety 12 Installation and Safety

14 Operation and Safety

18 Correct posture to use the product

19 Removing the Packaging 20 Checking the Components

CONNECTING AND USING

A SOURCE DEVICE

21 Parts

21 Frontal Buttons

23 Reverse Side

24 Right Side View

25 Installation

25 Attaching the cradle 26 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height

26 Rotating the Monitor

27 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

28 Anti-theft Lock

29 Before Connecting

29 Pre-connection Checkpoints

30 Connecting and Using a PC

30 Connecting to a PC

Table Of Contents

33 Connecting the Power

34 Driver Installation

35 Setting Optimum Resolution

36 Changing the Resolution Using a PC

SCREEN SETUP 40 Brightness

40 Configuring Brightness

41 Contrast

41 Configuring Contrast

42 Sharpness

42 Configuring Sharpness

43 SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright

43 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Bright

45 SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle

45 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Angle

46 SAMSUNG MAGIC Upscale

46 Configuring SAMSUNG MAGIC Upscale

47 Image Size

47 Changing the Image Size

49 HDMI Black Level

49 Configuring the HDMI Black Level Settings

50 H-Position & V-Position

50 Configuring H-Position & V-Position

51 Coarse

51 Adjusting Coarse

52 Fine

52 Adjusting Fine

CONFIGURING TINT 53 Red

53 Configuring Red

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54 Green

54 Configuring Green

55 Blue

55 Configuring Blue

56 Color Tone

56 Configuring the Color Tone Settings

57 Gamma

57 Configuring Gamma

RESIZING OR

RELOCATING THE

SCREEN

58 Language

58 Configuring Language

59 Menu H-Position & Menu V-Position

59 Configuring Menu H-Position & Menu V-

Position

60 Display Time

60 Configuring Display Time

61 Transparency

61 Changing Transparency

SETUP AND RESET 62 Reset

62 Initializing Settings (Reset)

63 Eco Saving

63 Configuring Eco Saving

64 Off Timer

64 Configuring Off Timer

65 Turn Off After

65 Configuring Turn Off After

66 PC/AV Mode

66 Configuring PC/AV Mode

67 Key Repeat Time

67 Configuring Key Repeat Time

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68 Source Detection

68 Configuring Source Detection

69 Customized Key

69 Configuring Customized Key

INFORMATION MENU AND

OTHERS

INSTALLING THE

SOFTWARE

70 INFORMATION

70 Displaying INFORMATION

71 Configuring Brightness and Contrast in

the Initial Screen

72 MagicTune

72 What is "MagicTune"? 72 Installing the Software

73 Removing the Software

74 MultiScreen

74 Installing the Software

75 Removing the Software

76 MagicRotation

76 Installing the Software 78 Removing the Software

TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

SPECIFICATIONS 84 General

79 Requirements Before Contacting

Samsung Customer Service Center

79 Testing the Product

79 Checking the Resolution and Frequency

79 Check the following.

82 Q & A

88 PowerSaver

89 Standard Signal Mode Table

Table Of Contents

APPENDIX

INDEX

92 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

98 Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost

to Customers)

98 Not a product defect

98 A Product damage caused by customer's fault 98 Others

99 Correct Disposal

99 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste

Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

100 Terminology

Table Of Contents

Copyright

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual.

Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is

prohibited.

Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.

Before Using the Product

Icons used in this manual

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.

Before Using the Product

Cleaning

Before Using the Product

Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched.

Take the following steps when cleaning.

1. Power off the monitor and computer.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the monitor.

Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet

hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

3. Wipe the monitor screen using a clean, soft and dry cloth.

 Do not apply a cleaning agent that contains alcohol,

solvent, or surfactant to the monitor.

 Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product.

4. Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the monitor.

5. Connect the power cord to the product after cleaning the product.

6. Power on the monitor and computer.

Before Using the Product

10 cm

10 cm 10 cm

10 cm

Securing the Installation Space

 Ensure some space around the product for ventilation. An internal temperature rise may cause fire

and damage the product. Be sure to allow the amount of space as shown below or greater when

installing the product.

The exterior may differ depending on the product.

Precautions for storage

High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used

nearby.

Be sure to contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 92) if the inside of the monitor needs

cleaning. (A service fee will be charged.)

Before Using the Product

Safety Precautions

Caution: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR

BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO

This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product.

This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product.

Caution

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Symbols

Warning

Caution

A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.

Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are not followed.

Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited.

Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.

Before Using the Product

Electricity and Safety

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the

images.

Warning

Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not plug many products into the same power socket.

 Otherwise, the socket may overheat and cause a fire.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

 Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.

 An unstable connection may cause a fire.

Ensure you connect the power plug to a grounded power socket. (type 1 insulated devices only).

 An electric shock or injury may result.

Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Do not weigh the power cord down with a heavy object.

 A damaged power cord may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Remove foreign substances such as dust around the plug pins and power socket with a dry cloth.

 Otherwise, a fire may result.

Before Using the Product

Caution

Do not unplug the power cord when the product is in use.

 The product may become damaged by an electric shock.

Do not use the power cord for products other than authorized products supplied by Samsung.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.

 If any problem occurs in the product, unplug the power cable to completely

cut the power to the product.

Power to the product cannot be completely cut off with the power button.

Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Installation and Safety

Warning

DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES.

 Otherwise, a fire may result.

Avoid installing the product in a narrow space with bad ventilation, such as a bookshelf or wall closet.

 Otherwise, a fire may result due to an increased internal temperature.

Keep the plastic packaging bag for the product in a place that cannot be reached by children.

 Children may suffocate.

Before Using the Product

Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.).

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

 Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product

or cause a fire.

Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust, moisture (water drips, etc.), oil, or smoke.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a stove.

 Otherwise, the product lifespan may be reduced, or a fire may result.

Caution

Do not install the product within the reach of young children.

 The product may fall and injure children.

Edible oil, such as soybean oil, can damage or deform the product. Do not install the product in a kitchen or near a kitchen counter.

Take care not to drop the product when moving it.

 Otherwise, product failure or personal injury may result.

Do not set down the product on its front.

 The screen may become damaged.

When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf, make sure that the bottom edge of the front of the product is not protruding.

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

 Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.

Before Using the Product

SAMSUNG

Put down the product carefully.

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine particles, chemical substances or extreme temperatures, or an airport or train station where the product should operate continuously for an extended period of time) may seriously affect its performance.

 Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center (page 92) before

installation if you want to install the product at such a place.

Operation and Safety

Warning

High voltage runs through the product. Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the product on your own.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

 Contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 92) for repair.

Before moving the product, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cable and all other connected cables.

 Otherwise, the power cord may be damaged and a fire or electric shock may

result.

If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, remove the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page

92).

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.

 The product may fall, and your child may become injured or seriously

harmed.

If the product falls or the exterior is damaged, power off the product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service Center (page 92).

 Otherwise, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not put a heavy object, toy, or sweets on top of the product.

 The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toy or

sweets resulting in a serious injury.

Before Using the Product

GAS

100

If there is a thunderstorm or lightning strike, turn off the power and disconnect the power cable.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

 Otherwise, the cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric shock

or fire may result.

If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug. Also, ventilate the area immediately.

 Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.

Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

 Otherwise, the cable may be damaged and product failure, an electric shock

or fire may result.

Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product.

 An explosion or fire may result.

Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.

 Otherwise, a fire may result from an increased internal temperature.

Do not insert a metallic object (a chopstick, coin, hair pin, etc.) or inflammable object (paper, match, etc.) into the vent or ports of the product.

 If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the

product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service

Center (page 92).

 Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or metallic objects on top of the product.

 If water or any foreign substance enters the product, be sure to power off the

product, remove the power cord, and contact Samsung Customer Service

Center (page 92).

 Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Before Using the Product

-_-

Caution

Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.

 If you are not going to use the product for an extended period of time,

activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver.

Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan on using the product for an extended period of time (vacation, etc.).

 Otherwise, a fire may result from accumulated dust, overheating, an electric

shock, or electric leakage.

Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.

 Otherwise,Your eyesight may deteriorate.

Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate your eyesight.

Do not hold the monitor upside-down or move it by holding the stand.

 The product may fall and break or cause a personal injury.

Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.

 Eye fatigue will be relieved.

Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot.

Store the small accessories used with the product out of reach of children.

Before Using the Product

Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.

 Otherwise, children's fingers or hands may become stuck and injured.

 Tilting the product excessively may cause it to fall and result in personal

injury.

Do not place heavy objects on the product.

 Product failure or personal injure may result.

Before Using the Product

Correct posture to use the product

Use the product in the correct posture as follows:

 Straighten your back.

 Allow a distance of 45 to 50cm between your eye and the screen, and look slightly

downward at the screen.

Keep your eyes directly in front of the screen.

 Adjust the angle so light does not reflect on the screen.

 Keep your forearms perpendicular to your upper arms and level with the back of

your hands.

 Keep your elbows at about a right angle.

 Adjust the height of the product so you can keep your knees bent at 90 degrees or

more, your heels attached to the floor, and your arms lower than your heart.

Before Using the Product

Preparations

1.1 Checking the Contents

1.1.1 Removing the Packaging

1 Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with

a sharp instrument.

2 Remove the styrofoam from the product.

3 Check the components and remove the styrofoam and plastic bag.

4 Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future.

This image is for reference only.

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Preparations

1.1.2 Checking the Components

 Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product if any item is missing.

 The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown.

Components

Quick setup guide Warranty card

(Not available in some

locations)

Power cable D-SUB cable (optional) DVI cable (optional)

DP cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) USB cable (optional)

User manual

HDMI-DVI cable (optional) Stand Stand

(Applicable to the stand

models that have USB ports

Components may vary depending on the country.

only.)

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Preparations

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1.2 Parts

1.2.1 Frontal Buttons

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

Icons Description



Open or close the onscreen display (OSD) menu, or return to the parent

menu.



OSD control lock: Maintain the current settings, or lock the OSD control to

prevent unintended changes to settings.

Enable: To lock the OSD control, press and hold the [ ] button for 10

seconds.

Disable: To unlock the OSD control, press and hold the [ ] button for

more than 10 seconds.

If the OSD control is locked,

 Brightness and Contrast can be adjusted, and INFORMATION

can be viewed.



The

Customized Key

function can be used by pressing the [ ] button. (The Customized Key is available even when the OSD control is locked)

ENU

1 Preparations

SAMSUNG

MAGIC

SAMSUNG

MAGIC

AUTO

Preparations

Icons Description

Configure

enabled.

Move to the upper or lower menu or adjust the value for an option on the OSD menu.

Use this button to control the brightness and contrast of the screen.

Confirm a menu selection.

Pressing the [ ] button when the OSD menu is not displayed will change the input source (

Analog/DVI/DisplayPort

(

the input source by pressing the [ ] button, a message that shows the changed input source will appear at the top left corner of the screen.

Press the [ ] button to automatically adjust the screen settings.

Customized Key

Angle

- -

To configure

and select the mode you want.

Key



Customized Key

Analog/DVI/HDMI

Changing the resolution in Display Properties will activate the

Auto Adjustment

and press [ ]. The following options will be

Bright

Eco Saving - Image Size

, go to

SETUP & RESET

)(S22C450F/S24C450F)

)(S22C450DW). If you power on the product or change

function.

Customized

→

Key Guide



Available only in

Turn the screen on or off.

When a control button on the product is pressed, the Key Guide will be displayed before the onscreen menu opens. (The guide shows the function of the button pressed.)

To access the onscreen menu when the guide is displayed, press the corresponding button again.

The Key guide may vary depending on the function or product model.

Refer to the actual product.

Analog

mode.

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DVI IN

RGB IN

POWER IN

DVI INRGB INDP IN

HDMI IN

S22C450F/ S24C450F

S22C450DW

Preparations

1.2.2 Reverse Side

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

Port About ports

Connect the power cord for your monitor to the [POWER] port on the back of the product.

Connect to a PC using the D-SUB cable.

Connect to a PC via a DVI cable.

Connect to a source device using an HDMI cable.

Connect to a PC using a DP cable.

Connect to a PC using a USB cable.

This port can connect to a PC only.

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Preparations

1.2.3 Right Side View

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

Port About port

Connect to a source device using a USB cable.

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Preparations

1.3 Installation

1.3.1 Attaching the cradle

Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat surface. Next, place the product with the face down on top of the cloth or cushion.

Fasten the screw tightly (using a screwdriver or coin) into the bottom of the stand base.

Do not remove the fixing pin until you are finished attaching the stand.

After installing the stand, place the product upright.

Insert the stand base into the stand in the direction of the arrow.

You can remove the fixing pin and adjust the stand now.

- Caution

Do not hold the product upside down only by the stand.

 Disassembly is the reverse order of assembly.

 The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

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0(±5mm) ~ 130mm(±5mm)

Preparations

1.3.2 Adjusting the Product Tilt and Height

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

 To adjust the height, remove the fixing pin.

 The monitor tilt and height can be adjusted.

 Hold the top center of the product and adjust the height carefully.

1.3.3 Rotating the Monitor

You can rotate your monitor as shown below.

 Be sure to fully extend the stand before rotating the monitor.

 If you rotate the monitor without fully extending the stand, the corner of the monitor may hit the

floor and get damaged.

 Do not rotate the monitor counterclockwise. The monitor may get damaged.

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Preparations

1.3.4 Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

Before Installation

Power the product off and remove the power cable from the power socket.

Place a protective cloth or cushion on a flat surface. Next, place the product with the face down on top of the cloth or cushion.

Installing a Wall-mount Kit or Desktop Stand

Unfasten the screw from the back of the product.

Lift and detach the stand.

Attach the wall-mount kit or desktop stand here

Bracket (sold separately)

Align the grooves and tightly fasten the screws on the bracket on the product with the corresponding

parts on the wall-mount kit or desktop stand you want to attach.

Notes

 Using a screw longer than the standard length can damage the internal components of the

product.

1 Preparations

Preparations

 The length of screws required for a wall mount that does not comply with the VESA standards may

vary depending on the specifications.

 Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standards. Do not attach the wall-mount kit

or desktop stand using excessive force. The product may get damaged or fall and cause personal injury. Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage or injury caused by using improper screws or attaching the wall-mount kit or desktop stand using excessive force.

 Samsung shall not be held liable for any product damage or personal injury caused by using a wall-

mount kit other than the one specified or from an attempt to install the wall-mount kit on your own.

 To mount the product on a wall, ensure you purchase a wall-mount kit that can be installed 10cm

or farther away from the wall.

 Be sure to use a wall-mount kit that complies with the standards.

 To install the monitor using a wall mount, disconnect the stand base from the monitor.

1.3.5 Anti-theft Lock

An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places. The locking device shape

and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft

locking device for details. The lock device is sold separately.

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change

without notice to improve quality.

To lock an anti-theft locking device:

1 Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking device to a heavy object such as a desk. 2 Put one end of the cable through the loop on the other end. 3 Insert the locking device into the anti-theft lock slot at the back of the product. 4 Lock the locking device.

 An anti-theft locking device can be purchased separately.

 Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details.

 Anti-theft locking devices can be purchased at electronics retailers or online.

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Connecting and Using a Source Device

2.1 Before Connecting

2.1.1 Pre-connection Checkpoints

 Before connecting a source device, read the user manual provided with it.

The number and locations of ports on source devices may differ from device to device.

 Do not connect the power cable until all connections are completed.

Connecting the power cable during connection may damage the product.

 Check the types of ports at the back of the product you want to connect.

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

Connecting and Using a Source Device

RGB IN

DVI IN

2.2 Connecting and Using a PC

2.2.1 Connecting to a PC

Do not connect the power cable before connecting all other cables.

Ensure you connect a source device first before connecting the power cable.

 Select a connection method suitable for your PC.

Connecting parts may differ in different products.

Connection Using the D-SUB Cable (Analog Type)

1 Connect the D-SUB cable to the [RGB IN] port on the back of the product and the RGB port on the

PC.

2 Connect the power cable to the product and power outlet. Turn on the power switch on the PC. 3 Press [ ] to change the input source to Analog.

Connection Using the DVI Cable

1 Connect the DVI cable to the [DVI IN] port on the back of the product and the DVI port on the PC. 2 Connect the power cable to the product and power outlet. Turn on the power switch on the PC. 3 Press [ ] to change the input source to DVI.

2 Connecting and Using a Source Device

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