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SyncMaster MD230 / MD230X3 / MD230X6
LCD Monitor
User Manual
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.
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Table Of Contents MAJOR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Custody and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 INSTALLING THE PRODUCT Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Connecting the C
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1 Major Safety Precautions 1-1 Before You Start Icons used in this manual ICON NAME MEANING Caution Indicates cases where the function may not work or the setting may be canceled. Note Indicates a hint or tip to operate a function. 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 this manual are subject to change without prior notice for performance im
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1-2 Custody and Maintenance External Surface and Screen Maintenance Clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • Do not clean the product with a flammable substance such as benzene or thinner, or clean with a wet cloth. This can cause a problem with the product. • Do not scratch the screen with your fingernails or a sharp object. This can cause permanent scratches and damage to the product. • Do not clean the product by spraying water directly onto the product. If water enters the product, it c
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1-3 Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions ICON NAME MEANING Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a serious injury or Warning even a fatality. Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign, may result in a personal injury or Caution property damage. Meaning of Signs Do not perform. Must be followed. The power plug must be unplugged from the Do not disassemble. wall outlet. Do not touch. Must be grounded to prevent electric shock. P
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Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the Make sure to use only the power cord supplied product is operating. by our company. In addition, do not use the power cord of another electric appliance. • Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. When unplugging the power plug from the wall Connect the power plug to a wall outlet that can outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not be easily reached. by the co
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Caution Do not let the product drop while moving it. Do not place the product face down on the floor. • This may result in a problem with the product or injury. • This may damage the panel of the product. When installing the product on a console or When putting the product down, handle it shelf, make sure that the front of the product gently. does not protrude out of the console or shelf. • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with • Otherwise, this may cause the product to the product or
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Caution Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto When cleaning the product, disconnect the the product. power cord and clean the product with a soft dry cloth. • This may result in discoloration or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel • Avoid using chemicals such as wax, coming off. benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquito- repellent, fragrance, lubrication or cleansing agent when cleaning the product. This may result in the exterior being deformed or the print being remove
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Avoid moving the product by pulling the power When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the cord or antenna cable. product or the power plug and ventilate immediately. • Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due to • A spark may result in an explosion or fire. damage to the cable. • During a thunder or lighting storm, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable. Avoid lifting up or move the product by holding Avoid using or placing inflammable spray or o
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Keep small accessories away from the children. Take care when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand. • If your hand or finger is caught, you may be injured. • If the product is tilted excessively, the product may fall and this may result in injury. Avoid placing a heavy object over the product. • Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury. Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product Maintain the correct posture when using this produ
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2 Installing the Product 2-1 Package Contents • For instructions on how to assemble a 1 x 3 or 2 x 3 video wall, refer to the assembly guide provided with the product packaging. • Unpack the product and check if all of the following contents have been included. • Store the packaging box in case you need to move the Product later. • If any items are missing, contact your dealer. • Contact a local dealer to purchase optional items. Monitor CONTENTS Product Warranty User Manual Power Cord Qui
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2-2 Connecting the Cables for a 1 x 1 Video Wall The connecting part may differ depending on the product 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] port of the product to the D-Sub port of the PC with the D-Sub cable. • When the graphics card provides DVI (Digital) output • Connect the [DVI IN] port of the product to the DVI port of the PC with the DVI cable. 2. Conn
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POWER S/W : Turns the product on and off. • When the product is connected to a PC, you can turn the product on and use it. • When both the DVI () and D-Sub () cables are connected, you can select the input signal by pressing the [ SOURCE] button on the multi control pad. Installing the Product 2-2
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2-3 Connecting the Cables for a 1 x 3 or 2 x 3 Video Wall • For instructions on how to assemble a 1 x 3 or 2 x 3 video wall, refer to the assembly guide provided with the product packaging. • To connect DP cables, the PC must have DP ports. • Connect the power cord and multi control pad to one of the installed monitors. This monitor becomes the primary monitor. • The cables don't have to be connected in a particular order, but we recommend the procedure below. Using the Video Wall as a Sin
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1-2. Connecting the Multi Control Pad : Primary Monitor 1. Connect the multi control pad to the primary monitor using a USB cable. 2. Connect the [UP] port on the primary monitor to the [DOWN] port on one of the adjacent monitors using a USB cable. • Monitors have no function buttons. To adjust functions, use the multi control pad. • The monitors connected via USB cables can be controlled simultaneously by using the multi control pad. A monitor which is not connected via a USB cable cannot
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1-3. Connecting the Power Cord : Primary Monitor 1. Connect the primary monitor and the rest of the installed monitors using power cap cords. 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. (The input voltage is switched automatically.) 3. POWER S/W : Turns the product on and off. • When the product is connected to a PC, you can turn the product on and use it. • If DP () cables are used f
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2. using the video wall as multiple screens 2-1. Option 1 1. Connect each monitor to the corresponding PC using the DVI or D-Sub cable. 2. Each PC screen can be viewed. To use the video wall as multiple screens, select each monitor using the multi control pad and press [ SOURCE] to select an appropriate input signal for each monitor. 2-2. Option 2 1. Connect the monitors numbered as 1 to a PC using DP cables. Connect them to the same PC. 2. Connect the monitors n
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3. Specifying the Monitor Number The monitor number is set to 0 by default. A monitor can be controlled by the multi-control pad even if the monitor number is not specified. 1. Press the [MONITOR SELECTION] button on the back of the monitor to specify the monitor number. (Range: 1 - 6) 2. To control the monitor you want, press the monitor number below MONITOR SELECTION on the multi-control pad. To control all of the connected monitors, press SELECT ALL on the multi-control pad. 2-3 Insta
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2-4 Kensington Lock A Kensington Lock is an anti-theft device that enables users to lock the product so that they can safely use it in public locations. Since the shape and usage of the locking device may differ depending on the model and the manufacturer, for more information, refer to the User Manual supplied with the locking device for more information. You must purchase the Kensington Lock separately. To lock the product, follow these steps: 1. Wrap the Kensington lock cable around a
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3 Using the product 3-1 Setting the Optimal Resolution If you turn the power on after purchasing the product, a message regarding the optimal resolution setting appears on the screen. Select a language and the optimal resolution. ▲/ ▼ : You can select a language with these buttons. SETUP/MENU : If you press this button, the message dis- appears. • The message appears up to 3 times if the resolution has not been set to the optimal resolution. • To set the resolution to the optimal resolution
