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Owner’s Manual LED LCD MONITOR (LED Monitor*) * LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 27UQ85R 32UQ85R www.lg.com Copyright 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS USING THE MONITOR ............... 13 - Connecting to a PC ......................14 HDMI Connection ......................14 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ............4 DisplayPort Connection ....................14 - Installing ..........................5 USB-C connection ......................14 Moving and Lifting the Monitor ..................5 - Connecting AV Devices .....................15 Installing on a Table ......................6 HDMI Connection ......................15 Using the Kensington Lock ....................6...
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. • The product figures and screen displays used in this manual are examples to help consumers use the product and may differ from the actual product.
Installing CAUTION • Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible. Moving and Lifting the Monitor - This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images. • Standing the monitor panel up vertically may cause the monitor to fall due to the joystick and cause damage When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor from being scratched or or injury.
Installing on a Table Using the Kensington Lock • Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm away from For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’ s manual or visit the website the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation.
Installing on the Wall Installing the Wall Mount Plate To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting bracket (optional) to the back of the monitor. This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices. Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely fixed to the monitor and to the wall.
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• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorised LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. • To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation instructions.
Product Description How to Use the Joystick Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or moving it left/right/up/ down with your finger. Basic Functions Power on: Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the monitor. Power off: Press and hold the joystick button once more than 5 seconds with your finger to turn off the monitor.
Adjusting the Stand Height Adjusting the Angle Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5°...
Pivot Feature Raise the monitor up to the maximum height. The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. WARNING • When using the Pivot function, do not rotate the monitor too fast or with excessive force. The table may be scratched by contact with the monitor’...
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Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. 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. Note that some Windows versions and some graphics card drivers may use different settings for the screen pivot key or may not support the pivot key at all.
Press the joystick button, go to [Settings] > [Input], and then select the input option. CAUTION • If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises. • Do not press the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image distortion.
Connecting to a PC DisplayPort Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. • This monitor supports the * feature. NOTE : 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 Connecting Peripherals HDMI Connection USB Device connection HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. CAUTION NOTE • • Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues. It is recommended you install all Windows Updates to keep your Windows up-to-date before connecting to the product for use.
Headphones Connection HDMI/DP (DisplayPort) Input Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC. Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. NOTE To use USB C-A cable • Peripheral devices are sold separately. To use USB 3.0, connect the USB C-A cable from the monitor to your PC.
USER SETTINGS Main Menu Features NOTE • Your monitor’ s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. Activating the Main Menu Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options. Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu.
Menu Settings [Quick Settings] [Settings] > [Quick Settings] To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the [Settings]. • [Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the screen. • Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options. [Contrast]: Adjusts the contrast of the screen.
[Input] [Picture] [Settings] > [Input] [Settings] > [Picture] > [Picture Mode] • [Input List]: Selects the input mode. • [Picture Mode]: Select the Picture mode that suits the each standard mode; [Custom], [P3-D65], [sRGB], [Calibration], [BT.2100 PQ]. • [Auto Input Switch]: When [Auto Input Switch] is set to On, display will automatically switch to new input when connected.
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[Settings] > [Picture] > [Picture Adjust] • [Variable Backlight]: Provides extended contrast and gradation on a dark screen depending on game or video content. • [Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the screen. - [Faster]: Preferably for PC gaming experiences. • [Contrast]: Adjusts the contrast of the screen.
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[Settings] > [Picture] > [Game Adjust] [Settings] > [Picture] > [Color Adjust] • • [Response Time]: Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the movement of the picture on the [Gamma]: Adjust the Gamma; [Gamma 1.8], [Gamma 2.0], [Gamma 2.2], [Gamma 2.4], and [Gamma 2.6]. screen.
[Sound] [General] [Settings] > [Sound] [Settings] > [General] • [Volume]: Adjusts the volume level. • [Language]: Sets the menu screen to the desired language. - You can adjust [Mute] / [Unmute] by moving the joystick button to in the [Volume] menu. •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION • [Power LED]: When the [Power LED] function is turned on, it operates as follows: - On mode: Light up - Sleep Mode (Standby Mode): Blinking Specifications are subject to change without notice. - Off mode: Off The symbol means alternating current, and the symbol means direct current.
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Dimensions: Monitor Size (Width x Depth x Height) Power Sources 27UQ85R 27UQ85R • • With Stand (mm): 613.9 x 239.3 x 598.6 Power Rating: 19.5 V 8.0 A • Without Stand (mm): 613.9 x 58.3 x 392.5 • Power Consumption - Operating Mode: 44 W (Typical)* 32UQ85R - Sleep Mode (Standby Mode): ≤ 0.5 W** •...
Support Mode (Preset Mode, DisplayPort / USB-C) Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Polarity (H/V) Remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 1920 x 1080 67.5 2560 x 1440 88.79 59.95 3840 x 2160 66.90 3840 x 2160...
TROUBLESHOOTING Screen display is unstable and shaky. / Images displayed on the monitor leave shadow trails. • Did you select the appropriate resolution? - If the selected resolution is HDMI 1080i 60/50 Hz (interlaced), the screen may be flickering. Change the resolution to 1080p or the recommended resolution.
• Have you installed the display driver? - Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: https://www.lg.com. Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. - Make sure to check if the graphics card supports function.
LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.
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The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product. Record them below in case you ever need service. Model Serial No.