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OWNER’S MANUAL IPS LED 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. 34UC98 34UC88 www.lg.com...
Picture Sound - Moving and Lifting the Monitor ---------------------8 General - Installing the Monitor -------------------------------9 Reset Assembling the Stand (34UC98) Assembling the Stand (34UC88) TROUBLESHOOTING ----------------- 33 Installing on a Table PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ---------- 35 Adjusting the Stand Height Adjusting the Angle...
LICENSE Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
• It is recommend 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. • NOTE The components may look different from those illustrated here.
Required and Recommended: You can download and install the latest version from the enclosed CD or from the LGE website ( www.lg.com ). Optional: You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website ( www.lg.com ). •...
Product and Button Description Joystick Button / Power LED • On : Power on Off : Power off • 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 with your finger. Basic Functions Power on Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the monitor.
Moving and Lifting the Monitor CAUTION When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible. • instructions to prevent the monitor from being scratched or - This may result in damage to the screen or some of the damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its pixels used to create images.
Installing the Monitor Assembling the Stand (34UC98) Cable Holder Stand Body * Assemble the Cable Holder. Stand Base CAUTION • To protect the screen, place the screen face down on the screen pad which is inside the box. Stand Hinge...
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CAUTION Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, • so they may look different from the actual product. Applying excessive force when tightening screws may • cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty. •...
Assembling the Stand (34UC88) Cable Holder Stand Body * Assemble the Cable Holder. Stand Base CAUTION To protect the screen, place the screen face down on the • screen pad which is inside the box. Stand Hinge...
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CAUTION Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, • so they may look different from the actual product. Applying excessive force when tightening screws may • cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty. •...
Connect the power adapter to the monitor and then plug the power cord into the wall outlet. Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright 34UC98 position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm (3.9 inches) away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation.
Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. Adjust the angle of the screen. 34UC98 The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5° to 15° for a comfortable viewing experience. 34UC98 Max 110.0 mm...
Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, • illustration. do not hold the lower part of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below. 34UC98 34UC98 34UC88 Cable holder 34UC88 •...
Using the Kensington Lock Detaching the Stand Body The connector for the Kensington security system is located Place the monitor’s screen face down. To protect the at the bottom of the monitor. screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft For more information on installation and usage, refer to cloth.
A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product of each installed screw must be 8 mm (0.3 inches) or less. and cause the monitor to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non-standard Wall Mount Plate screws.
Connecting to a PC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. The following instructions are based on the 34UC98 • * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to model. Illustrations in this manual may differ from the your computer without having to reconfigure anything or actual product.
DisplayPort Connection Thunderbolt Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to 34UC98 the monitor. Connect the monitor to your PC using the You can connect your high-resolution display or high- DisplayPort cable as shown in the illustration below.
Connecting AV Devices Connecting Peripherals HDMI Connection USB Cable connection - PC HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. AV device to the monitor. Connect your AV device to the monitor using the HDMI cable as shown in the illustration NOTE below.
Straight Thunderbolt connection Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external • 34UC98 device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited. Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC. If you change the input on the menu while a device is in connection via the Thunderbolt ( ) port, then the device in connection via the USB port may not work properly.
USER SETTINGS 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. Joystick Button Button Menu Status...
User Settings Menu Settings To view the OSD 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 menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( / Ok) it.
Quick Settings To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of Quick Settings the monitor and then enter the Menu. Brightness 100 > Go to Quick Settings by moving the joystick. Quick Settings Contrast 70 > Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the Volume 30 >...
Picture To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of Picture the monitor and then enter the Menu. Picture Mode Custom > Go to Picture by moving the joystick. Quick Settings Picture Adjust > Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the Game Adjust >...
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Menu > Picture Description Picture Adjust Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. Black Level Sets the offset level (for HDMI only). Offset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the monitor can • display. High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen.
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Menu > Picture Description Color Adjust Gamma Custom gamma settings: Gamma 0, Gamma 1, Gamma 2, Off. The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes. If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Off.
Sound To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of Sound the monitor and then enter the Menu. MaxxAudio On > Go to Sound by moving the joystick. Quick Settings MaxxAudio Settings > Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the Midnight Mode Off >...
General To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of General the monitor and then enter the Menu. Language English > Go to General by moving the joystick. Quick Settings SMART ENERGY SAVING Low > Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the Power LED Off >...
Menu > General Description Quick Charge Quick Charge is a feature that rapidly charges the device connected to the USB 3.0 port. Enables Quick Charge. Disables Quick Charge. NOTE Quick Charge is only available through the USB1 port. When Quick Charge is set to On, data •...
Reset To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the Reset monitor and then enter the Menu. Do you want to reset your settings? Go to Reset by moving the joystick. Quick Settings Reset Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the Cancel bottom right corner.
TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. Is the monitor's power cord plugged Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. • Is the power LED on? • Check the power cable connection and press the power button. Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu >...
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Have you installed the display comes with your display. Or, you can also download the driver from our web site: driver? http://www.lg.com . • Make sure to check if the graphic card supports Plug and Play function. No sound from the headphone port.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 34UC98 LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Thunderbolt ( ) Pixel Pitch 0.2325 mm x 0.2325 mm...
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34UC88 LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Pixel Pitch 0.2325 mm x 0.2325 mm Resolution Max Resolution 3440 x 1440 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution Video Signal...
Factory Support Mode 34UC98 (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort/ Thunderbolt PC) 34UC88 (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort PC) Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Preset Mode Polarity (H/V) Remarks (kHz) (Hz) 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363...
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