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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL CINEMA 3D GLASSES- FREE MONITOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. CINEMA 3D GLASSES-FREE MONITOR MODEL D2500N www.lg.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS ASSEMBLING AND TROUBLESHOOTING PREPARING Unpacking TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN Parts and buttons USING 3D MODE Lifting and moving the Monitor Setting Up the Monitor SPECIFICATIONS - Attaching the Stand Base - Adjusting the stand height Preset Modes (Resolution) - Adjusting the angle HDMI TIMING - Swivel stand Indicator - Detaching the stand base - Detaching the stand body SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - Mounting on a table - Mounting on a wall Precautions to take when viewing 3D images USING THE MONITOR PROPER POSTURE Connecting to a PC - DVI-D connection Proper posture for using the Monitor. -
Page 3: Assembling And Preparing
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and accessories. CD(Owner's Manual) / TriDef 3D software Program CD / Power Cord Card Quick Installation Guide Stand Base DVI-D Cable USB Cable (In some countries, this accessory may not be provided.) CAUTION Do not use any unapproved accessories to ensure the safety and product life span. Any damages or injuries by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty. NOTE The accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model. Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. User should use shielded signal interface cables (DVI-D cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for the product. -
Page 4: Parts And Buttons
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Power Indicator Light On: Turned on Light Off: Turned off Head-tracking camera (Power Button) Button (See p.15) AC-IN DVI-D HDMI-IN Connection panel (See p.12) - Page 5 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Button Description MENU Accesses the main menus.(See p.16) OSD LOCKED/ This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so UNLOCKED 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. The message "OSD UNLOCKED" should appear. SUPER ENERGY Use this button to enter SUPER ENERGY SAVING menu.For more information.(See p.17) SAVING Button 3D Mode [3D/2D]. (See p.18) INPUT You can choose the input signal. y When two input signals are at least are connected, you can select the input signal (DVI/HDMI) you want. y When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is DVI-D. EXIT Exit the OSD(On Screen Display). Turns the power on or off. (Power Button) Power Indicator The power indicator stays blue if the display is running properly (On Mode). If the display is in Sleep Mode, the power indicator blinks blue.
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Page 6: Lifting And Moving The Monitor
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the Setting Up the Monitor Monitor Attaching the Stand Base Please heed the following information when moving the monitor. Place the monitor's screen face down. CAUTION CAUTION To protect the screen from scratches, cover Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this the surface with a soft cloth. may result in damage to the screen or pixels . Check the position (at the front and rear) of the stand body, then mount the stand base on It is recommended to move the Monitor in the stand body as shown in the figure. the box or packing material that the Monitor originally came in. Stand Body Before moving or lifting the Monitor, disconnect the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the Monitor frame firmly. Make sure not to hold the transparent part area. When holding the Monitor, the screen should Stand Base face away from you to prevent the screen from scratches. Turn the screw clockwise to secure the stand base. When transporting the Monitor, do not expose the Monitor to jolts or excessive vibration. When transporting the Monitor, keep the Monitor upright, never turn the Monitor on its side, or tilt towards the left or right. Stand Base... -
Page 7: Adjusting The Stand Height
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Adjusting the stand height Adjusting the angle Place the monitor mounted on the stand base Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. in an upright position. Remove the tape attached at the bottom rear Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of of the stand body, then pull out the locking the screen can be adjusted up to 20° forwards and 5° backwards for a comfortable viewing pin. experience. Stand Body Tape Locking Pin Front Side Rear Side The height can be adjusted up to 130 mm. WARNING 130.0 mm To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part of the monitor's frame as illustrated below. CAUTION Once the pin is removed, it is not necessary to re-insert it to adjust the height. Be careful not to touch or press the screen WARNING area when adjusting the angle of the monitor. Do not put your fingers or hand between the screen and the base (chassis) when adjusting the screen's height. -
Page 8: Swivel Stand
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Swivel stand CAUTION Swivel 45 degrees and adjust the angle of the The components appearing in the illustrations Monitor to suit your view. may look different from the actual product. Do not carry the monitor upside-down as this may cause it to fall off its stand, resulting in damage or injury. To avoid damaging the screen when lifting or moving the monitor, only hold the stand or the plastic cover. This avoids putting unnecessary pressure on the screen. Only remove the tape and the locking pin when the monitor is mounted on the stand base and is in an upright position. Otherwise, the stand body may protrude, which may lead to injury. Detaching the stand body Place the monitor's screen face down. To Detaching the stand base protect the screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth. Place the monitor's screen face down. Using a screwdriver, remove the four screws To protect the screen from scratches, cover the and detach the stand from the monitor. surface with a soft cloth. Turn the screw in the stand base counterclockwise. Detach the stand base from the stand body. Stand Body Stand Base... -
Page 9: Mounting On A Table
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Using the Kensington security system The Kensington security system connector is Lift and tilt the Monitor into its upright position located at the back of the Monitor. For more on a table. information of installation and using, refer to the Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall manual supplied with the Kensington security for proper ventilation. system or visit http://www.kensington.com . Connect the Kensington security system cable between the Monitor and a table. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm Connect the Power Cord to a wall outlet. NOTE The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain it from most electronics stores. Press (Power) button on the front switch panel to turn the power on. CAUTION Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric shock may occur. -
Page 10: Mounting On A Wall
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a wall Please use VESA standard as below. 784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10 cm * Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm on each side and from the wall. Detailed * Screw : Φ 4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x instructions are available from your dealer, see the Length 10 mm optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and 787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above Setup Guide. * Please use VESA standard wall mount pad and screws. Model D2500N VESA (A x B) 200 x 100 10 cm Standard screw Number of screws Wall mount bracket RW240 10 cm 10 cm (optional) 10 cm VESA (A x B) If you intend to mount the Monitor to a wall, attach the Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back. - Page 11 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CAUTION Disconnect the power cord first, and then move or install the Monitor. Otherwise electric shock may occur. If you install the Monitor on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use only an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. D o not over tighten the screws as this may cause damage to the Monitor and void your warranty. U se only screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty. NOTE Only use screws that are listed on the VESA standard screw specifications. The wall mount kit will include an installation manual and necessary parts. The wall mount bracket is optional. You can obtain additional accessories from your local dealer. The length of screws may differ depending on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper length. For more information, refer to the instructions supplied with the wall mount.
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Page 12: Using The Monitor
USING THE MONITOR SET USING THE MONITOR Connecting to a PC HDMI connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from Your Monitor supports Plug & Play*. your PC or A/V to the Monitor. Connect the PC or *Plug & Play: This is the function that allows A/V and the Monitor with the HDMI cable as shown a PC to use the monitor without installing a in the following illustrations. When the HDMI cable driver. is connected, you can listen to sound through headphones, earphones or an external speaker. DVI-D connection Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to the Monitor. Connect the PC and the Monitor with HDMI-IN a DVI cable as shown in the following illustrations. DVI-D HDMI-IN HDMI OUT HDMI OUT NOTE DVI OUT If you use HDMI PC, it can cause a compatibility problem. Sound output is available only in HDMI input mode. The quality of the sound may be reduced depending on the performance of headphones, earphones or external speaker. -
Page 13: Connecting To A Pc (3D Mode)
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to a PC (3D HDMI connection Mode) Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC or A/V to the Monitor. Connect the PC Your Monitor supports Plug & Play*. or A/V and the Monitor with the HDMI cable and *Plug & Play: This is the function that allows USB cable as shown in the following illustrations. a PC to use the monitor without installing a When the HDMI cable is connected, you can listen driver. to sound through headphones, earphones or an external speaker. DVI-D connection Transmits a digital video signal from your PC DVI-D HDMI-IN to the Monitor. Connect the PC and the Monitor with a DVI cable and USB cable as shown in the following illustrations. DVI-D HDMI-IN HDMI OUT NOTE DVI OUT If you use HDMI PC, it can cause a compatibility problem. Sound output is available only in HDMI input mode. The quality of the sound may be reduced depending on the performance of headphones, earphones or external speaker. - Page 14 USING THE MONITOR SET CAUTION Connect the signal input cable and tighten it by turning the screws clockwise. Do not press the screen with your finger for a long time as this may result in temporary distortion on the screen. Avoid displaying a fixed image on the screen for a long period of time to prevent image burn. Use a screensaver if possible. NOTE When you want to use two PC in our Monitor, please connect the signal cable(DVI-D/ HDMI) respectively in Monitor. When connecting the power cord to the outlet, use a grounded (3-hole) multi-socket or a grounded wall outlet. If you turn the Monitor on while it is cold, the screen may flicker. This is normal. Some red, green, or blue spots may appear on the screen. This is normal.
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Page 15: Customizing Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Accessing The Main Menus Press any button on the front of the Monitor to display the MONITOR SETUP OSD menu. Press the desired menu item. Change the value of the menu item by pressing the buttons on the front of the Monitor. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. Monitor Buttons MENU (See p.16) 3D (See p.18) EXIT Sets the screen options. Sets the 3D mode. Exits the OSD menu. MONITOR SETUP MENU SUPER INPUT EXIT ENERGY SAVING INPUT SUPER ENERGY SAVING Sets the external input. (See p.17) -
Page 16: Customizing Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Customizing Settings Menu Settings MENU Press any button on the front of the Monitor to display the BRIGHTNESS ORIGINAL RATIO WIDE MONITOR SETUP OSD menu. 3D COLOR EFFECT PRESET COLOR TEMP Press the MENU button to display the options in the OSD WARM PRESET menu. GREEN Set the options by pressing the buttons on the front of the BLUE Monitor. CONTRAST BLACK LEVEL HIGH Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. VOLUME LANGUAGE ENGLISH To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the FACTORY RESET up arrow ( ) button. EXIT The available Menu settings are described below. Menu Digital HDMI... -
Page 17: Super Energy Saving Settings
: 5 W/h Select SUPER ENERGY SAVING by pressing the TOTAL CO2 REDUCTION: 16 g SAVING : 12 W/h buttons on the front of the Monitor and set the options. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. EXIT To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. The SUPER ENERGY SAVING picture settings are described below. Menu Description Enables SUPER ENERGY SAVING you can save energy with this energy-efficient function. Disables SUPER ENERGY SAVING. RESET Resets the values of total energy consumption reduction and CO2 emission reduction estimates. NOTE TOTAL POWER REDUCTION: How much power is saved while using the monitor. TOTAL CO2 REDUCTION: How much CO2 was saved by reducing the power. SAVING DATA(W/h) 634.4 mm (25 inch) SUPER SAVING 5 W/h LED SAVING 12 W/h Saving Data depends on the Panel. So,those values should be different from each panel and panel vendor. LG calculated these values by using “broadcast video signal”. LED Saving refers to how much power can be saved using a WLED Panel instead of CCFL panel. SUPER SAVING refers to how much power can be saved using the SUPER ENERGY SAVING function. -
Page 18: Things You Need To Check Before Installing Tridef 3D
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Things you need to check before installing TriDef 3D Before you install the TriDef 3D program, connect the Glasses Free 3D monitor to your PC and reboot. If you are using two monitors or connecting a monitor to your laptop, set the LG 3D monitor as the default one and change the resolution to 1920 x 1080 to support the 3D function. Windows Media Player 11 is required for Windows XP to play 3d Movies. 3D Settings(Supported only in 3D mode — PC input) The 3D option must be selected to view 3D images. When a 3D image appears after launching the TriDef 3D program, press the 3D button on the front of the monitor to display the 3D OSD. Set the options by pressing the buttons on the front of the Monitor. EXIT Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. The available 3D settings are described below. Menu Description Enables 3D mode. Disables 3D mode. NOTE To view 3D images properly, enable the 3D option after connecting the USB cable to the monitor and PC and launching the TriDef 3D program. 3D is not supported when an external non-PC device and monitor are connected to the HDMI input. -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following before calling for service. No image appears Is the power cord of the display y Check and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power outlet. connected? Is the power indicator light on? y Press the Power button. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting When Using 3D Mode
Display > Settings > Color Quality. The screen color is mono or y Check if the signal cable is properly connected and use a screwdriver to abnormal. fasten if necessary. y Make sure the video card is properly inserted in the slot. y Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true color) at Control Panel ► Settings. The screen blinks. y Check if the screen is set to interlace mode and if yes, change it to the recommend resolution. Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? Have you installed the display y Be sure to install the display driver from the display driver CD (or diskette) that driver? comes with your display. Or, you can also download the driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com. y Make sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function. TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN USING 3D MODE Images displayed are not in 3D. If you view 3D images outside the y The optimal viewing angle for this monitor is vertically up 30°, vertically down optimal viewing angle or distance, 10° and horizontal ±25°; the optimal viewing distance is between 70 cm to 80 cm (max. distance: 70 cm to 110 cm) from the monitor. When you view 3D images outside the optimal viewing angle or viewing distance, the images might appear overlapped or not be displayed properly in 3D. If you have not set the resolution, y Please set the resolution of the monitor to the maximum (1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz) in the display settings. The 3D software may not work properly if the resolution is not set to the maximum. If left/right images are reversed y Sometimes, left/right images from the 3D content input are reversed.Change... - Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING I cannot see 3D but only 2D images. y This monitor works both in 2D and 3D mode. You can view a video in 3D if it is made in 3D. If you try to view 2D images in 3D, they might not be displayed properly or you may experience poor picture quality. If the ‘TriDef 3D’ couldn’t work properly y TriDef 3D needs the following minimum system requirements to function properly. y Minimum System Requirements for TriDef 3D » Intel® Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 Dual-Core CPU or higher » 1 GB RAM » NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 450 or AMD Radeon™ HD5750 or higher (latest graphics card driver required) » 500 MB of free disk space » Windows® XP (with latest service pack; 32-bit only), Windows® Vista (32-bit only) or Windows® 7 (32-bit or 64-bit) » DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card » Internet connection » DVD-ROM Drive » Network card » DirectX 9.0c y Recommended System Requirements for TriDef 3D » Intel® Core i5 or AMD Phenom™ Ⅱ X 4 CPU or higher » 2 GB RAM » NVIDIA® GeForce® GTS 260 or AMD Radeon™ HD5770 or higher (latest graphic card driver required) »...
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Page 22: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Display Screen Type 63.44 cm (25 inch) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Visible diagonal size: 63.44 cm Pixel Pitch 0.096 mm x 0.288 mm (Pixel Pitch) Sync Input Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) 56 Hz to 61 Hz (HDMI) Input Form Separate Sync. Digital Video Input Signal Input DVI-D Connector / HDMI Connector Input Form Digital Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Plug & Play DDC 2B(Digital,HDMI) Power Consumption On Mode : 40 W(Typ.) Sleep Mode ≤ 0.5 W Off Mode ≤ 0.5 W Power Input 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz 0.7 A Dimensions With Stand 59.4 cm x 44.5 cm x 25.9 cm (Width x Height x Depth) Without Stand 59.4 cm x 43.0 cm x 17.1 cm Weight 9.23 kg Tilt Range... -
Page 23: Preset Modes (Resolution)
SPECIFICATIONS Preset Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Vertical Display Modes (Resolution) Polarity(H/V) Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) 720 x 400 31.468 70.080 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 640 x 480 37.500 75.000 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 800 x 600 46.875 75.000 1024 x 768 48.363 60.000 1024 x 768... -
Page 24: Safety Precautions
PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE WHEN VIEWING 3D IMAGES SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Precautions to take when WARNING viewing 3D images If you view 3D images from too close a distance, Warning about photosensitivity seizures your eyesight may deteriorate. Some users may have a seizure or other abnormal reactions when they are exposed to a flashing light If you view images in 3D for a long period of time, or a particular pattern in a video game or film. you may feel dizzy or experience blurred vision. If anyone in your family has a history of epilepsy or has ever experienced any kind of seizure, please If you are pregnant, elderly, have heart problems, consult your doctor before viewing 3D images. experience severe nausea or if you are under If you exhibit any of the symptoms listed below the influence of alcohol, we recommend that you when viewing 3D images, stop viewing immediately do not view 3D images. This is because the 3D and have a break. images can cause disorientation and confusion. Dizziness, blurred vision or facial tics, involuntary movements, twitching, blackouts, Put fragile or breakable objects away when viewing confusion and disorientation. Please consult 3D images. Such objects may break, or cause your doctor if such symptoms persist. personal injuries when you are startled by the realistic 3D images. To prevent a photosensitivity seizure, please take the following precautions. Parents should prevent children who are 5 years Have a 5- to 15-minute break every hour. -
Page 25: Precautions To Take When Viewing 3D
PROPER POSTURE PROPER POSTURE Proper posture for using the Monitor. Adjust your distance from the Monitor to allow you to view images from the optimal viewing distance (L). Adjust the Monitor Adjust the location of and your posture the Monitor to avoid it to allow you to reflecting light. view images at the optimal viewing angle (D). Place your hands gently on the keyboard, keeping your arms bent at the elbows and horizontally outright. Mode Size Optimal viewing distance (L) Optimal viewing angle (D) When viewing Recommended: 70 cm to 80 cm Vertical up: 30° Vertical down: 10° 63.44 cm 3D images Maximum: 70 cm to 110 cm Horizontal: ±25° Precautions to take when viewing 3D images Watch your posture. Remain at the optimal viewing distance and angle when viewing 3D images. (Viewing 3D images too closely may strain your eyes, or you may experience dizziness.) -
Page 26: Licenses
LICENSES LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information of the licenses, visit www.lg.com. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. - Page 28 Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. Keep the Owner’s Manual (CD) in an accessible place for future reference. ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving The model and serial number of the SET is guidelines issued by the U.S.Environmental located on the back and one side of the SET.