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FCC ID : BEJL172WA
APPENDIX F
USER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 FCC ID : BEJL172WA APPENDIX F USER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 User’s Guide L172WT ake sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product. Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference. ee the label attached on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer when you require service.
  • Page 3 Regulatory Information FCC Compliance Statement CE Conformity Notice (for Europe) This equipment has been tested and found to comply within Products with the “CE” Marking comply with the EMC the limits of a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of Directive(89/336/EEC) and LOW VOLTAGE Directive the FCC Rules.
  • Page 4 Regulatory Information cont. scheme, which provides for international environmental Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solder, labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous system and in developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish higher doses causes lead poisoning.
  • Page 5 Regulatory Information cont. TCO99 The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display, after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for Congratulations! the user.
  • Page 6 (U.S.A only) is a set of power-saving guidelines NERGY issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner LG Electronics U.S.A.,Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. EPA POLLUTION PREVENTER...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions Installation Accessories Important Monitor Features Connection Name and Function of the Parts Connecting to External Devices Connecting to your PC Watching Video Watching HDTV (720p/1080i) Watching TV Name of the Buttons in the screen Adjustment Unit Input OSD (On Screen Display) Screen Tracking Order Selection...
  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the monitor. If you ignore the warning message, you may be seriously injured or there is a possibility of Warning accident or death. Caution If you ignore the caution message, you may be slightly injured or the product may be damaged Precautions in installing the Monitor Warning Keep away from heat sources like electrical heaters.
  • Page 9 Electrical Power Related Precautions Warning Make sure to connect the power cable to the grounded current. - You may be electrocuted or injured. Use the rated voltage only. - The monitor can be damaged, or you may be electrocuted. During a thunder or lightning storm, unplug the power cable or signal cable. - You may be electrocuted or a fire can break out.
  • Page 10 Safety Precautions Caution Do not shock the monitor when moving it. - You may be electrocuted or the monitor can be damaged Do not dispose the product-packing box. Use it when you move. Make the panel face forward and hold it with both hands to move. - If you drop the monitor, the damaged monitor can cause electric shock or fire.
  • Page 11: Accessories

    Accessories Please check the accessories in the product package. * The monitor and the accessories can be different from the figures shown here. Remote Controller/Batteries (AAA x 2) Monitor DVI-A Signal Cable User’s Manual DVI-D Signal Cable Power Cord RCA Cable S-Video Cable Audio Cable (PC) Cable Holder (x 2)
  • Page 12: Important Monitor Features

    Important Monitor Features Swapping Function You can swap the main screen and the sub-screen when the PIP/POP/PBP function is used. Spectacle Function The screen center area is close to a 4:3 ratio and the outskirt area is expanded by more than 15:9.
  • Page 13: Name And Function Of The Parts

    Operational at the TV mode only the TV tuner) PC: Automatic adjustment function Sound Mode Select (Operational for the analog signal only) Select the sound mode : MONO/STEREO/SAP CAPTION Button (See A33) Video Operation Button Applicable for LG products only...
  • Page 14 • Input Select Button • TV/AV Button If you press the button once, This button will be enabled only the following Input Signal when you selected the TV/AV Window will appear. Select signal. The signal type will be the signal type you want changed with the following order.
  • Page 15 Name and Function of the Parts Swap Button You can swap the main screen and the sub-screen when the PIP/POP/PBP function is used.. SWAP SWAP When 'Input Signal 1' comes on in the main screen, only 'Input Signal 2' can be displayed on the sub-screen. On the contrary, if the main screen displays 'Input Signal 2', the sub-screen can display 'Input Signal 1' only.
  • Page 16 Rear View Back Cap - Open the back cap before you install the monitor. Audio Audio In MIC.Out DVI-I S-Video MIC.In Audio Audio In MIC.Out DVI-I S-Video MIC.In DVI Digital Signal Connector (DVI-D or DVI-A) TV Tuner Jack: Connect the antenna. Connect the power cord.
  • Page 17 Name and Function of the Parts HDTV Input Terminal PC Audio Input Terminal Audio - Connect the audio cable to the LINE OUT Audio In jack in the PC sound card. Microphone Connection Terminal MIC.Out - Connect the microphone cable to the MIC Input jack in the PC sound card.
  • Page 18: Connecting To External Devices A12

    Connecting to External Devices When Connecting to your PC First of all, see if the computer, monitor and the peripherals are turned off. Then, connect the signal input cable. When connecting with the DVI-D signal input cable. When connecting with the DVI-A signal input cable. Rear side of the monitor.
  • Page 19 Connecting to External Devices Turn on power by pressing the power button on the monitor. Power button Turn on the PC. Select an input signal. Press the Input Select button on the remote controller to select the input signal. Or, press the SOURCE button at the front side of the monitor. When connecting with a DVI-D signal input cable.
  • Page 20: When Watching Video/Hdtv/Tv A27

    When watching Video Connect the video cable as shown in the below figure and then connect the power cord (see Page A12). When connecting with an RCA cable. Connect the input terminal with a proper color match. (Video – Yellow, Sound (left) – White, •...
  • Page 21 Connecting to External Devices When watching HDTV (720p/1080i) Connect the video/audio cable as shown in the below figure and then, connect the power cord (see Page A12). Connect the input terminal with a proper color match. • Audio Audio In Rear of the Monitor MIC.Out Audio Cable...
  • Page 22 When watching TV See if the antenna cable is connected at the rear side of the monitor and then, connect the power cord (see Page A12). Rear Side of the Monitor Audio AUDIO IN DVI-I MIC.IN S-Video MIC.Out DVI-I Antenna Cable (optional) Select an input signal.
  • Page 23 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen Name of the Buttons in the Screen Adjustment Unit Power Button • Press the button to turn on the power. Press the button again to turn it off. • This Indicator lights up green when the display operates normally. If Power LED the display is in DPM (Energy Saving) mode, this indicator color changes to amber.
  • Page 24 Name of the Buttons in the Screen Adjustment Unit [For DVI-ANALOG signal] AUTO/SELECT Button • Select the icon to adjust on the OSD screen. • If you press the [AUTO/SELECT] button, automatic screen adjustment will be started. [Other signals that DVI-ANALOG] •...
  • Page 25 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen OSD Menu – When Connected to Your PC Icon Function Description Adjusts screen brightness, contrast and color that you prefer. Adjustment Adjusts position of the screen, clock or phase. Tracking Adjusts the audio function. Audio Adjusts the screen status according to the circumstances.
  • Page 26 How to adjust the OSD (On Screen Display) screen. Pops up the Select a menu icon Adjust the status Save Select a menu Exit from the menu screen adjustment icon menu screen. • Use the remote controller to adjust the OSD screen. Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
  • Page 27 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen OSD Menu – When Connected to Your PC Adjusting Screen Color CONTRAST To adjust the contrast of the screen. BRIGHTNESS To adjust the brightness of the screen. COLOR Adjusting screen color. Press the button to display the submenu for COLOR.
  • Page 28 Adjusting the audio function The best sound tone quality will be selected automatically depending on the video type that you're currently watching. • USER : Select this option to use the user-defined audio settings. • FLAT : The most commanding and natural audio. •...
  • Page 29 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen Selecting the options LANGUAGE To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. IMAGE SIZE To select the image size of the screen. (FULL/1:1) To adjust position of the OSD window on the screen. POSITION Press the button to display the submenu for OSD...
  • Page 30 Adjusting PIP/POP/PBP Mode (Multiple Screen) Functions To adjust the PIP(PICTURE IN PICTURE) of the screen PIP ON/OFF After selecting ON in the PIP ON/OFF menu, the following menu items can be adjusted. PIP SOURCE To select an input signal for PIP. PIP SIZE To adjust the size of the PIP screen.
  • Page 31 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen Adjusting PIP/POP/PBP Mode (Multiple Screen) Functions To adjust the POP(PICTURE OUT PICTURE) of the screen POP ON/OFF After selecting ON in the POP ON/OFF menu, the following menu items can be adjusted. POP SOURCE To select an input signal for POP. POP IMAGE To adjust the image of the POP screen;...
  • Page 32 Adjusting PIP/POP/PBP Mode (Multiple Screen) Functions To adjust the PBP(PICTURE BY PICTURE) of the screen PBP ON/OFF After selecting ON in the PBP ON/OFF menu, the following menu items can be adjusted. PBP SOURCE To select an input signal for PBP. PBP SIZE To adjust the size of the PBP screen.
  • Page 33: Setting Up The Channel(When Watching Tv)

    Selecting and Adjusting the Screen OSD Menu – When Watching Video/HDTV/TV Setting up the channel - Available only when watching TV. AUTO To automatically search the available channels. CHANNEL Select On using to start automatic channel setup. CHANNEL To change the channel. ADD/DEL.CH To add/delete the selected channels.
  • Page 34: Adjusting The Audio Function

    Adjusting the audio function The best sound tone quality will be selected automatically depending on the video type that you're currently watching. • USER : Select this option to use the user-defined audio settings. • FLAT : The most commanding and natural audio. •...
  • Page 35 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen Selecting the options LANGUAGE To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. IMAGE To select the image size of the screen. SIZE (FULL/4:3/SPECTACLE/1:1) To adjust position of the OSD window on the screen. POSITION Press the button to display the submenu for OSD...
  • Page 36: Adjusting Pip/Pop/Pbp Mode Functions A30

    Adjusting PIP/POP/PBP Mode (Multiple Screen) Functions To adjust the PIP(PICTURE IN PICTURE) of the screen DVI ANALOG PIP ON/OFF After selecting ON in the PIP ON/OFF menu, the following menu items can be adjusted. PIP SOURCE To select an input signal for PIP. PIP SIZE To adjust the size of the PIP screen.
  • Page 37 Selecting and Adjusting the Screen Adjusting PIP/POP/PBP Mode (Multiple Screen) Functions To adjust the POP(PICTURE OUT PICTURE) of the screen DVI ANALOG POP ON/OFF After selecting ON in the POP ON/OFF menu, the following menu items can be adjusted. POP SOURCE To select an input signal for POP.
  • Page 38 Adjusting PIP/POP/PBP Mode (Multiple Screen) Functions To adjust the PBP(PICTURE BY PICTURE) of the screen DVI ANALOG PBP ON/OFF After selecting ON in the PBP ON/OFF menu, the following menu items can be adjusted. PBP SOURCE To select an input signal for PBP. PBP SIZE To adjust the size of the PBP screen.
  • Page 39: To Adjust The Caption&Vchip Function

    Selecting and Adjusting the Screen To adjust the CAPTION&VCHIP function CAPTION/TEXT Use the buttons to select caption mode. Text services give a wide variety of information on all kind of subjects(ex. captioned program lists, weather forecasts, stock exchange topics, news for hearing-impaired..) on up to half of the TV screen.
  • Page 40 V-CHIP rating and categories - Rating guidelines are provided by broadcast station. Most television programs and television movies can be blocked by TV rating and/or individual categories. Movies that have been shown at the theaters or direct-to-video movies use the Movies Rating System(MPAA) only. For movies previously shown in theaters.
  • Page 41: Setting A Password

    Selecting and Adjusting the Screen To adjust the CAPTION&VCHIP function This menu is to be used to change passwords. Once the PASSWORD correct current password is entered using the number panel in a remote control, the window for new password will appear.
  • Page 42: Closed Captions

    Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as subtitles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs. Using Closed Captions Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of television programs.
  • Page 43 Troubleshooting No image is displayed • See if the power cord is properly connected to the Is the monitor power cord outlet. connected? • See if the power switch is turned on. Does the power LED is turned on? • Adjust brightness ( ) and contrast ( ) again.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting The screen image looks abnormal. • DVI-A analog signal – Press the “Auto Channel” Is the screen position wrong? button in the remote controller to automatically select the optimal screen status that fits into the current mode. If adjustment is not satisfactory, use the Position OSD menu.
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting The audio function does not work. • See if the audio cable is connected properly. No sound? • Adjust the volume. • See if the sound is set properly. • See if the Sound is set to On in the PIP/POP/PBP No sound is available when the menu.
  • Page 46 Specifications The product specifications can change without prior notice for product improvement. LCD Panel Screen Type inches (43.438cm) TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Visible diagonal size: 43.438cm Pixel Pitch 0.291mm Video Signal Max. Resolution DVI-A : 1280 X 1024 @60Hz DVI-D : 1280 X 1024 @60Hz Recommended Resolution DVI-A...
  • Page 47 Specifications PC Mode – Preset Mode Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Preset mode Frequency Frequency Frequency Frequency Preset mode (kHz) (kHz) (kHz) (kHz) 31.469 640 x 350 VESA 800 x 600 53.674 31.468 720 x 400 832 x 624 49.725 31.469 640 x 480 VESA 1024 x 768...
  • Page 48 Specifications DVI-D Signal T. M. D. S. Data 2- T. M. D. S. Data 2+ T. M. D. S. Data 2/4 Shield T. M. D. S. Data 4- T. M. D. S. Data 4+ DDC Clock DDC Data Analog Vertical Synchronization T.

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