Table of ConTenTs lICense ........3 usInG THe monITor ....15 - Connecting to a PC...........15 open sourCe sofTware HDMI Connection noTICe InformaTIon ....4 DisplayPort Connection - Connecting AV Devices ...........16 assemblInG anD preparInG 4 HDMI Connection - Supported Drivers and Software ......5 Connecting Headphones - Product and Button Description......5 user seTTInGs .......
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• It is recommended that use the supplied components. • If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises. • Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product.
Drivers and software product and button Description You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). Drivers and software Installation priority monitor Driver Recommended onscreen Control Recommended Joystick button...
moving and lifting the monitor How to use the Joystick button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor moving it left/right with your finger. from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
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• If you use the monitor panel without the stand base, its joystick button may cause the monitor to become unstable and fall, resulting in damage to the monitor or human injury. In addition, this may cause the joystick button to malfunction. •...
Installing on a Table adjusting the stand Height • Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. at least 100 mm (3.94 inches) away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. Handle the monitor with both hands for safety.
adjusting the angle warnInG Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. • To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part Adjust the angle of the screen. of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5°...
pivot feature Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. Head Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. warnInG •...
Tidying up Cables Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below. Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. noTe • Auto Pivot feature of the display is not supported. • The screen can be rotated easily using the screen pivot shortcut key provided with your Windows operating system.
using the Kensington lock Installing the wall mount plate The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible monitor. devices. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s Place the screen face down.
A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non- standard screws. 100 mm (3.94 inches)
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• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor Monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. Screw •...
usInG THe monITor Connecting to a pC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. Press the joystick button, go to menu → Input, and then select the input option. • * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without having to reconfigure anything or install any manual drivers.
Connecting aV Devices Displayport Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. HDmI Connection HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. noTe • Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues.
Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. noTe • Peripheral devices are sold separately. • If you use angled earphones, it may cause a problem with connecting another external device to the monitor. Therefore, it is recommended to use straight earphones. Angled Straight (Recommend)
user seTTInGs button menu status Description main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Exits the main menu. activating the main menu (Holding down the button to turn off the monitor. You can main menu enabled turn off the monitor this way at any time, including when the Press the joystick button on the bottom of the OSD is on.) monitor.
main menu features main menu Description Input Sets input mode. power off power off Turns off the monitor. menu Configures the screen settings. exit Input menu Game mode Sets the game mode for gaming. exit Exits the main menu. Game mode...
user settings menu settings To view the settings menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the menu. Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right. To return to the upper settings or set other settings items, move the joystick to or press ( ).
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menu > Game mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options. Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup Gamer 2 options. This mode is optimized for FPS games.It is suitable for very dark FPS games.
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menu > Game adjust Description This mode minimizes motion blur in fast-moving videos. To take full advantage of this function, select 1920 x 1080 @ 120Hz/144Hz before enabling 1ms motion blur reduction. This function is available for the following vertical frequency. (120Hz,144Hz) Turns 1ms motion blur reduction Mode off.
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Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal. CauTIon • Supported Interface: DisplayPort,HDMI. • Supported Graphic Card : A graphic card that supports AMD’s FreeSync is necessary. • Supported Version : Make sure to update the graphic card to the latest driver.
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Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use fast. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use faster. Once faster mode is selected, motion blur may occur depending on the content. response Time faster Sets the response time to Faster.
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menu > picture adjust Description Adjusts the brightness of the screen. brightness Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. sharpness mode 1, mode The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes.
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Sets the offset level (for HDMI only). y Offset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the monitor can display. black level High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen. Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current contrast ratio of the screen. picture adjust Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
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menu > Input Description Input list Selects the input mode. Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. full wide Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input. original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input. aspect ratio Input noTe...
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menu > General Description language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Disables the SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. smarT enerGY saVInG noTe •...
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This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus. Enables osD lock. Disables osD lock. osD lock noTe General • All features are disabled except brightness in picture adjust, Input, osD lock and Information in General. Information The display information will be shown the Total Power On Time, Resolution. reset to Initial Restores the default settings.
Have you installed the display driver? • Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com. • Make sure to check if the graphics card supports Plug and Play function. some features are disabled.
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The screen retains an image. Does image sticking occur even when the • Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image. monitor is turned off? • To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver. screen display is unstable and shaky.
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The display color is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored • Set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In Windows, go to Control panel > Display > menu > Color Quality. (The settings (16 colors)? may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.) Does the display color appear unstable or •...
proDuCT speCIfICaTIon LCD Screen Color Depth 8-bit color is supported. Resolution Max Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 144 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power Sources Power Rating 19 V 2.0 A or 19 V 1.6 A Power Consumption Operating Mode: 30 W (Typical)* (Typical)
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Weight (Without Packaging) With Stand 4.9 kg (10.78 lbs) Without Stand 3.0 kg (6.6 lbs) The specifications are subject to change without notice. The power consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard (Full White pattern , Maximum resolution). ** The monitor goes to the Sleep Mode in a couple of minutes(Max 5 minutes).
factory support mode (preset mode, HDmI/ Displayport pC) preset mode Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) polarity (H/V) remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 76.302 1024 x 768 97.551 1280 x 1024 63.194 59.96 1280 x 1024 130.035 119.96 1920 x 1080...
HDMI Timing (Video) Factory support mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Remarks (Preset Mode) 480p 31.5 576P 31.25 720p 37.5 720p 1080p 56.25 1080p 67.5 1080p 112.5 1080p Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode Red (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode Off Mode...
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Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Responsible Party LG Electronics USA, Inc. Address 111 Sylvan Avenue, North Building, Englewood Cliffs,NJ 07632 E-mail lg.environmental@lge.com The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product.