LG UltraGear 38GN95B Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 * Disclaimer : LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. This product is a computer monitor and not for television purpose. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 38GN950 38GN95B...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE ........3 USING THE MONITOR ....15 TROUBLESHOOTING ....32 - Connecting to a PC...........15 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ..35 HDMI Connection NOTICE INFORMATION ....4 - Factory Support Mode..........39 DisplayPort Connection - HDMI Timing (Video) ..........40 - Connecting Peripherals...........16 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 USB Cable connection... -
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: Open Source Software Notice Information
LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge • If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, may be image noises. -
Page 5: Supported Drivers And Software
You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www. lg.com). Drivers and Software Installation Priority Lighting Button Monitor Driver Recommended OnScreen Control Recommended Joystick Button / Power LED LG UltraGear Control Center Recommended • On: Power on • Off: Power off Lighting... -
Page 6: How To Use The Joystick Button
How to Use the Joystick Button How to Use the Lighting Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the lighting button or moving it left/right/up/down with your finger. -
Page 7: Moving And Lifting The Monitor
Moving and Lifting the Monitor When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size. • Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it. -
Page 8: Installing On A Table
Installing on a Table • 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 Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor or human injury. -
Page 9: Adjusting The Stand Height
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°... - Page 10 NOTE WARNING • The left or right side of the monitor head can be slightly rotated up or down (up • To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower to 3°). Adjust the horizontal level of the monitor head. part of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below.
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Page 11: Tidying Up Cables
Tidying up Cables Using the Kensington Lock Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s manual or visit the website at http://www.kensington.com. -
Page 12: Installing The Wall Mount Plate
Installing the Wall Mount Plate Installing on the Wall This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible Install the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall and leave about 100 mm devices. of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed installation instructions can be obtained from your local retail store. - Page 13 The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. Be sure to A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor use the proper length. to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non- standard screws. •...
- Page 14 • Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that conform to VESA standards. Damage caused by the use or misuse of inappropriate components will not be covered by the product warranty. • When measured from the back of the monitor, the length of each installed screw must be 8 mm or less.
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Page 15: 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 this * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer manual may differ from the actual product without having to reconfigure anything or install any manual drivers. -
Page 16: Displayport Connection
Connecting Peripherals DisplayPort Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. USB Cable connection NOTE 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. •... -
Page 17: Connecting Headphones
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. -
Page 18: 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 the OSD is on.) monitor. -
Page 19: Main Menu Features
Main Menu Features Main Menu Description Input Sets input mode. Power Off Power Off Turns off the monitor. Settings Configures the screen settings. Input Exit Settings Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Exit Exits the main menu. Game Mode... -
Page 20: 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 21 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 22 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 23 Settings > Game Adjust Description Sets Overclock to a higher refresh rate than specified by the panel specification. Disables the Overclock improvement feature. NOTE • After the monitor reboots, change the maximum refresh rate setting in the GPU control panel. Game Adjust Overclock •...
- Page 24 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 25 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 26 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, Mode The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the 2, Mode 3 lighter the image becomes.
- Page 27 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 28 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 29 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 30 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 31 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 •...
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Page 32: 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 33 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 34 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 •...
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Page 35: Product Specification
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 38GN950 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) - Page 36 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 37 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 38GN95B 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)
- Page 38 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)
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Page 39: 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 40: Hdmi Timing (Video)
HDMI Timing (Video) Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480p 31.5 720p 1080p 67.5 2160p... - Page 41 (for 38GN95B) This Product qualifies for ENERGY STAR® The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product. Changing the factory default configuration and settings or enabling certain optional Record them below in case you ever need service. features and functionalities may increase energy consumption beyond the limits required for ENERGY STAR®...