TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE ........3 USING THE MONITOR ....14 TROUBLESHOOTING ....29 - Connecting to a PC...........14 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ..32 HDMI Connection NOTICE INFORMATION ....4 - Factory Support Mode..........34 DisplayPort Connection - HDMI Timing (Video) ..........35 - Connecting AV Devices ...........15 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 - Power LED ..............36...
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.
• It is recommended 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. • Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product.
Supported Drivers and Software Product and Button Description You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). Drivers and Software Installation Priority Monitor Driver Recommended Recommended Joystick Button...
Moving and Lifting the Monitor How to Use the Joystick Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor moving it left/right with your finger. from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
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• 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. •...
Installing on a Table CAUTION • Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor • Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. electric shock.
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°...
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Tidying up Cables WARNING Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. • To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below. Mouse Holder •...
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 compatible monitor. devices. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s Place the screen face down.
If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside of bracket. 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)
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Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor Back of the falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact Monitor the local dealer or qualified personnel.
USING THE MONITOR Connecting to a PC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. Press the joystick button, go to Settings → Input, and then select the input option. * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without having to reconfigure anything or install any manual drivers.
Connecting AV Devices DisplayPort Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. HDMI Connection NOTE HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. • There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC.
Connecting Peripherals 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. Angled Straight (Recommend)
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.
Main Menu Features Main Menu Description Input Sets input mode. Power Off Power Off Turns off the monitor. Settings Configures the screen settings. Exit Input Settings Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Game Mode Exit Exits the main menu.
User Settings Menu Settings To view the OSD 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 menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( ) it.
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Settings Description Game Mode Changes the game mode to the one optimized for a given feature. Game Adjust Adjusts the Adaptive-Sync,Black Stabilizer,Response Time,Cross Hair and Game Reset. Picture Adjust Adjusts the Brightness,Contrast,Sharpness,Gamma,Color Temp,R/G/B,Black Level,DFC and Picture Reset. Input List Selects the input mode. Input Aspect Ratio Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen.
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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.
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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.
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Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal. CAUTION • Supported Interface: DisplayPort (G-SYNC, FreeSync), HDMI (FreeSync). Adaptive-Sync • Supported Graphic Card : A graphic card that supports NVIDIA's G-SYNC or AMD’s FreeSync is necessary. Game Adjust •...
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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. Once Faster Mode is selected, Motion Blur may occur depending on the content. Response Time Faster Sets the response time to faster.
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Settings > Picture Adjust Description Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Brightness Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Contrast Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter Mode 1, Mode the image becomes.
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Settings > Input Description Input List 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. Input Just Scan The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original.
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Settings > General Description 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. SAVING Disables the SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Turns the power LED on the bottom of the monitor on or off.
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This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus. Enables OSD Lock. Disables OSD Lock. OSD Lock General NOTE • All features are disabled except Brightness, Contrast in Picture Adjust, Input, OSD Lock and Information in General. Information The display information will be shown the Serial Number, Total Power On Time, Resolution. Reset Restores the default settings.
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.
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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.
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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 •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION LCD Screen Color Depth HDMI 10-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. Resolution Max Resolution 2560 x 1440 @ 144 Hz (HDMI) 2560 x 1440 @ 144 Hz (DP) Recommended Resolution 2560 x 1440 @ 100 Hz (HDMI) 2560 x 1440 @ 144 Hz (DP) Power Sources Power Rating...
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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 614.2 x 575.9 x 291.2 (mm) Without Stand 614.2 x 364.8 x 56.3 (mm) Weight (Without Packaging)
Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode Red (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode Off Mode...
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The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product. Record them below in case you ever need service. Model Serial No.