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OWNER'S MANUAL IPS LED MONITOR (LED MONITOR * LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. 34UC97 34UC97C www.lg.com...
Table of ConTenTs Table of ConTenTs UseR seTTInGs lICense Activating the Main Menu - Main Menu Features asseMblInG anD User Settings PRePaRInG - Menu Settings Product Composition - Ratio Product and Button Description - Function - How to Use the Joystick Button - PBP - Input Connector - Picture...
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The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of unauthorized components. 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.
asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG 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.
asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG Moving and lifting the CaUTIon Monitor Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible. When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these - This may result in damage to the screen or instructions to prevent the monitor from being some of the pixels used to create images.
asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG Installing the Monitor stand body assembling the stand stand base CaUTIon To protect the screen, place the screen face down on the screen pad which is inside the box. screw Cover stand Hinge...
asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG Installing on a Table Input connector cover Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm...
asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG adjusting the angle Cautions When Connecting Power Cord Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or back- ward from -5°...
The Kensington security system is optional. A non-VESA standard screw may damage the You can obtain optional accessories from most product and cause the monitor to fall. LG Elec- electronics stores. tronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non-standard screws.
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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 authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or quali- fied personnel.
asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG Installing the Wall Mount bracket noTe Be careful not to apply too much force while mounting the wall mount bracket as it may cause damage to the screen. Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the monitor. Dam- age caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty.
UsInG THe MonIToR UsInG THe MonIToR Connecting to a PC This monitor supports the *Plug and Play fea- The following instructions are based on the ture. 34UC97 model. Illustrations in this manual * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a may differ from the actual product.
UsInG THe MonIToR DisplayPort Connection Thunderbolt ( ) Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your You can connect your high-resolution display or PC to the monitor. Connect the monitor to your PC high-performance data device to the monitor via a using the display port cable as shown in the illus- Thunderbolt port.
UsInG THe MonIToR Connecting aV Devices Connecting Peripherals HDMI Connection Usb Cable connection - PC HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals The USB port on the product functions as a USB from your AV device to the monitor. Connect your hub.
UsInG THe MonIToR Connecting Headphones HDMI/DP (DisplayPort) connection To use USB 3.0, connect the A-B type USB 3.0 Connect peripherals to the monitor via the head- cable of the product to the PC. phones port. Connect as illustrated. Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC.
UseR seTTInGs 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 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.
UseR seTTInGs Ratio easy control > brightness To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control > Contrast bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. > Volume Go to easy control > Ratio by moving the joystick. function >...
UseR seTTInGs function function > Maxxaudio To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control > Reader Mode Reader off bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. > Picture Mode Custom Go to function by moving the joystick. function >...
UseR seTTInGs > To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control > Input bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. > audio HDMI1 Go to PbP by movingthe joystick. function swap Configure the options following the instructions that appear in sub full the bottom right corner.
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When the PBP mode is Off, Input, Audio, Swap, Sub Full, and Ratio menus become disabled. The Main/Sub options for Ratio become disabled if there is no signal. The optimal resolution for PBP mode is set automatically when PBP mode is set. (only 34UC97C model)
UseR seTTInGs Picture Picture > sharpness To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control > black level High bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. > Response Time Middle Go to screen > Picture by moving the joystick. function Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner.
UseR seTTInGs Color Color > Gamma Gamma 1 To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control > Color Temp Custom bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. > Go to screen > Color by moving the joystick. function >...
UseR seTTInGs settings settings > language english To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control > Power leD bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. > automatic standby Go to settings by moving the joystick. function >...
UseR seTTInGs Reset Reset Do you want to reset your settings? To view the osD menu, press the joystick button at the easy control Reset bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Cancel Go to Reset by moving the joystick. function Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner.
TRoUblesHooTInG TRoUblesHooTInG nothing is displayed on the screen. Is the monitor's power cord Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. plugged in? Is the power LED on? Check the power cable connection and press the power button. Is the power on and the power Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu - Input).
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TRoUblesHooTInG noTe Check if the video card's resolution or frequency is within the range allowed by the monitor and set it to the recommended (optimal) resolution in Control Panel > Display > settings. Not setting the video card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen, a truncated display area or misalignment of the display.
PRoDUCT sPeCIfICaTIon PRoDUCT sPeCIfICaTIon 34UC97 LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. 8-bit color is supported. Thunderbolt ( ) Pixel Pitch 0.2325 mm x 0.2325 mm Resolution HDMI Max Resolution...
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PRoDUCT sPeCIfICaTIon 34UC97C LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. Pixel Pitch 0.2325 mm x 0.2325 mm Resolution HDMI Max Resolution 3440 x 1440 @ 50 Hz...
PRoPeR PosTURe PRoPeR PosTURe Proper Posture for Using the Monitor Adjust the screen so that you can comfortably look at it at a slight downward angle from your natural eye level. Take a break for approximately 10 minutes every hour to reduce any fatigue caused by prolonged usage.
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This device meets the EMC requirements for home appliances (Class B) and is intended for home usage. This device can be used in all regions. Read the owner's manual (CD) carefully and keep it at hand. Please note that the label attached to the product provides information for technical support.