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* LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED
backlights.
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
38GN950
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  • Page 1 * LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 38GN950 www.lg.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE ........3 - Connecting Peripherals...........16 USB Cable connection ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 Connecting Headphones - Supported Drivers and Software ......4 USER SETTINGS ....... 17 - Product and Button Description......5 - Activating the Main Menu ........17 How to Use the Joystick Button Main Menu Features How to Use the Lighting Button - User Settings ...............19...

  • Page 3: License

    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 Administrator, Inc. The SuperSpeed USB Trident logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.

  • Page 4: Assembling And Preparing

    • The power cord provided may differ depending upon the region. • 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 Supported Drivers and Software different from the actual product.

  • Page 5: Product And Button Description

    Product and Button 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 Press the joystick button once with Power on your finger to turn on the monitor.

  • Page 6: How To Use The Lighting Button

    Moving and Lifting the Monitor How to Use the Lighting Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the lighting When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the button or moving it left/right with your finger. monitor from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
  • Page 7 • 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.

  • Page 8: Installing On A Table

    Installing on a Table Adjusting the Stand Height Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. Handle the monitor with both hands for safety.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Angle

    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 Adjust the angle of the screen. part of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5°...
  • Page 10 Tidying up Cables NOTE Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. • The left or right side of the monitor head can be slightly rotated up or down (up to 3°). Adjust the horizontal level of the monitor head. Monitor head Mouse Holder Cable Holder...

  • Page 11: Using The Kensington Lock

    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 monitor. compatible devices. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock Place the screen face down.

  • Page 12: Installing On The Wall

    If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside bracket. of the product. 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 Wall Mount (mm)
  • Page 13 • 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 •...

  • Page 14: Using The Monitor

    USING THE MONITOR Connecting to a PC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. • The following instructions are based on the 38GN950 model. Illustrations in * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer this manual may differ from the actual product.

  • Page 15: Displayport Connection

    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 NOTE monitor. • There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC.

  • Page 16: Connecting Peripherals

    Connecting Peripherals Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. USB Cable connection The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. To use USB 3.0, connect the A-B type USB 3.0 cable of the product to the PC. NOTE Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC.

  • Page 17: User Settings

    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 OSD is on.) the monitor.

  • Page 18: Main Menu Features

    Main Menu Features Main Menu Description Input Sets input mode. Power Off Power Off Turns off the monitor. Input Exit Settings Settings Configures the screen settings. Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Game Mode Exit Exits the main menu.

  • Page 19: User Settings

    User Settings Menu Settings To view the settings menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Settings. 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 ( ).
  • Page 20 Game Mode on SDR(Non-HDR)signal. Settings > 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.
  • Page 21 Game Mode on HDR signal. Settings > HDR 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.
  • Page 22 Settings > Game Adjust Description Sets Overclock to a higher refresh rate than specified by the panel specification. Disables the Overclock improvement feature. NOTE Game Adjust Overclock • After the monitor reboots, change the maximum refresh rate setting in the GPU control panel. •...
  • Page 23 Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal. CAUTION • In HDMI input, the menu name is displayed as certified AMD FreeSync Tier name instead of Adaptive-Sync. (FreeSync / FreeSync Premium / FreeSync Premium Pro) •...
  • Page 24 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. Setting to Faster may cause image sticking. Response Time Faster Sets the response time to faster.
  • Page 25 Settings > Picture Adjust Description Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. Mode 1, The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the Mode 2, lighter the image becomes.
  • Page 26 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.
  • Page 27 Settings > Input Description Input 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. Just Scan The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original.
  • Page 28 Settings > General Description Select the sound equipment what you are using. Over-the-ear Waves MaxxAudio ® On-ear Ear-Buds General Disables the Waves Maxx Audio feature. Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. SMART ENERGY Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature.
  • Page 29 Turns the power LED on the bottom of the monitor on or off. The power LED turns on automatically. • On Mode: Red Power LED • Sleep Mode: Flashing Red • Off Mode: Off The power LED turns off. Feature that automatically turns off the monitor when there is no movement on the screen for a period of time. You can set a Automatic Standby timer for the auto-off function.
  • Page 30 Provides global dimming effects depending on game or video content. Faster Preferably for PC gaming experiences. Fast Preferably for console gaming experiences. Normal Preferably for playing video content and internet or word-processing. Disables the Variable Backlight feature. Variable Backlight NOTE •...

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 32 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.
  • Page 33 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 > Settings > Color Quality. (The (16 colors)? settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.) Does the display color appear unstable or •...

  • Page 34: Product Specification

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATION LCD Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Resolution HDMI Max Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz Recommended Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz Max Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 160 Hz (Overclock: On) Recommended Resolution...
  • Page 35 Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C Humidity Less than 80 % Storing Conditions Temperature -20 °C to 60 °C Humidity Less than 85 % Dimensions Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth) With Stand 896.4 x 588.4 x 312.2 (mm) Without Stand 896.4 x 394.4 x 111.3 (mm) Weight (Without Packaging)
  • Page 36 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION LCD Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Resolution HDMI Max Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz Recommended Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz Max Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 160 Hz (Overclock: On) Recommended Resolution...
  • Page 37 Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C Humidity Less than 80 % Storing Conditions Temperature -20 °C to 60 °C Humidity Less than 85 % Dimensions Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth) With Stand 896.4 x 588.4 x 312.2 (mm) Without Stand 896.4 x 394.4 x 111.3 (mm) Weight (Without Packaging)

  • Page 38: Factory Support Mode

    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 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 1920 x 1080 67.50 2560 x 1440 HDMI FreeSync Premium Pro Only 3840 x 1600 48.69...

  • Page 39: Hdmi Timing (Video)

    HDMI Timing (Video) Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480p 31.5 720p 1080p 67.5 2160p...
  • Page 40 Record them below in case you ever need service. download.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 Model handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.

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