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OWNER’S MANUAL LCD MONITOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. LCD MONITOR MODEL W1946P W2046P www.lg.com...
Important Precautions This unit has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety, however improper use may result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards incorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and servicing.
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Important Precautions On Installation Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the display where the power cord is subject to damage. Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
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Important Precautions On Cleaning Unplug the display before cleaning the face of the display screen. Use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use an aerosol directly on the display screen because over-spraying may cause electrical shock. When cleaning the product, unplug the power cord and scrub gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching.
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Important Precautions NOTE THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTRERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT.SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. NOTE This epuipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device,pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates,uses and can radiate radio frequency...
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Accessories !!! Thank for selecting LGE products !!! Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Power Cord User's Guide/Cards 15-pin D-Sub Signal Cable DVI-D Signal Cable (To set it up, this signal cable may be (This feature is not available in all attached to this product before countries.)
Connecting the Display Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer system, and other attached devices are turned off. Connecting the stand base or Removing the stand base Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth. Assemble the Stand Base into the Stand Body.
Connecting the Display Use a coin on the back of the stand base and turn the screw clockwise to tighten. Lift and turn the monitor to face towards the front after the connection is made to the female part of the cable you're attaching. When you desire to disintegrate the monitor from the stand base, use a coin to turn the screw counterclockwise.
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Connecting the Display Swivel Range : 356˚ Height Range : maximum 4.33 inches (110.0 mm) 110.0 mm * Please be sure to remove the Locking pin to adjust the height. WARNING You do not need to replace the Locking pin after it is removed, to adjust its height. ERGONOMIC It is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewing position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees.
Connecting the Display Using the Pivot function -The pivot function allows you to rotate the screen 90 degrees clockwise. Lift the monitor to its highest height to utilize the Pivot function. . Landscape & Portrait : You can rotate the panel 90 clockwise.
Connecting the Display Connecting with the PC Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer system, and other attached devices is turned off. Connect signal input cable and power cord in order, then tighten the screw of the signal cable.
Control Panel Functions Front Panel Controls MENU Button OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed. Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds. The message "OSD LOCKED" should appear. You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing the MENU button for several seconds.
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This will automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings for the current screen resolution size (display mode). The best display mode is W1946P:1360 x 768 W2046P:1600 x 900 When two input signals are connected, you can select the INPUT Button input signal (D-SUB/DVI) you want.
On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment Screen Adjustment Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of the display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls.
On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment, and setting menus. : D-SUB(Analog signal) input DSUB : DVI-D(Digital signal) input DVI-D Main menu Sub-menu Supported input Description To adjust the brightness, contrast BRIGHTNESS PICTURE DSUB...
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu. Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description To adjust the brightness of the screen. BRIGHTNESS To adjust the contrast of the screen. CONTRAST SHARPNESS To adjust the clearness of the screen. Exit : Exit : Decrease : Increase : Select another sub-menu : Restart to select sub-menu...
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description HORIZONTAL To move image left and right. To move image up and down. VERTICAL CLOCK To minimize any vertical bars or Exit : Exit stripes visible on the screen : Decrease background.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description LANGUAGE To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. Use this function to set the power POWER indicator on the front side of the monitor INDICATOR to ON or OFF.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu. Press the MODE Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description NORMAL Select this when you want to use the product in the most general using environment. MOVIE Select this when you are watching a video or movie. INTERNET Select this when you are working on the document (Word etc.) DEMO This is used for advertising in the store.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description WIDE Switch to full screen mode according to input image signal. Change the input image signal ratio to ORIGINAL original. * This function works only if input resolution is lower than monitor ratio (16:9).
Troubleshooting Check the following before calling for service. No image appears No image appears ● Is the power cord of the • Check and see if the power cord is connected display connected? properly to the power outlet. ● Is the power indicator •...
Troubleshooting Display image is incorrect ● Display Position is • Press the AUTO button to automatically adjust incorrect. your display image to the ideal setting. If the results are unsatisfactory, adjust the image position using the H position and V position icon in the on screen display.
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• Be sure to install the display driver from the display display driver? driver CD (or diskette) that comes with your display. Or, you can also download the driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com. • Make sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function.
Installing the Wall mount plate This monitor satisfies the specifications of the Wall mount plate or the interchange device. After moving the product to face downward, make sure to place it on a soft cloth or a cushion to avoid surface damage.
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Installing the Wall mount plate Install the Wall mount plate. Wall mount plate(Separate purchase) This is stand-type or wall mount type and is connectable with Wall mount plate. Please refer to the installation guide for more details, which is provided when Wall mount plate is purchased.
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Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. Keep the OWNER’S MANUAL(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference. The model and serial number of the SET is ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving located on the back or one side of the SET. guidelines issued by the U.S.Environmental Record it below should you ever need service.