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OWNER'S MANUAL LED LCD Monitor (LED Monitor*) *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. LED LCD MONITOR MODEL 19M38A 20M38A 22M38A 24M38A 27MP38VQ...
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS LICENSE TROUBLESHOOTING ASSEMBLING AND PREPAR- SPECIFICATIONS Preset Modes (Resolution) Parts and buttons Indicator Moving and Lifting the Monitor Setting up the Monitor set - Attaching the Stand Base - Detaching the Stand Base - Mounting on a table - Using the cable holder - Mounting on a wall USING THE MONITOR SET...
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24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ LICENSE Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of unauthorized components. 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Power Indicator Lighting On: Turned on Lighting Off: Turned off (Power Button) Button (See p.15) Connection panel (See p.12~15)
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Moving and Lifting the Monitor When holding the monitor, the screen should face away from you to prevent it being When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these scratched. instructions to prevent the monitor from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe trans- portation regardless of its shape or size.
22M38A 24M38A 19M38D 20M38D 22M38D 24M38D Stand Body 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 20M39A 20M39H Attach the Stand Body to the monitor set. Attach the Stand Base. Tighten the screw to the right with a coin. Stand Body Stand Body Stand Base...
22M38A 24M38A 19M38D 20M38D 22M38D 24M38D 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 20M39A 20M39H Stand Body Pull out the Stand Body and Stand Base from the monitor set. Turn the screw to the left with a coin. Pull out the Stand Base.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Press (Power) button on the bottom switch panel to turn the power on. Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright position on a table. Leave a 100 mm space from the wall for proper ventilation.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using the Kensington security system WARNING The Kensington security system connector is When you adjust the angle, do not hold the located at the back of the Monitor set. For more bottom of the Monitor set frame as shown on information of installation and using, refer to the the following illustration, as may injure your manual supplied with the Kensington security...
If you use screw longer than standard, the moni- Back Cover tor might be damaged internally. Standard screw If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible Max.8mm for it. Model NOTE 19M38A...
USING THE MONITOR SET USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to a PC DVI-D connection Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*. the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor *Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected set with a DVI cable as shown in the following device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user...
USING THE MONITOR SET HDMI connection Connecting to AV Devices Transmits the digital video and audio signals from HDMI connection your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the HDMI cable as shown in Transmits the digital video and audio signals from the following illustrations.
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to External Devices Self Image Setting Function Press the power button on the bottom panel to Peripheral device connection turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the "Self Image Setting" Function is executed Connect peripheral devices to the monitor using automatically.
When adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO button on the MONITOR SETUP OSD. (Only supported in Analog Mode) The best display 19M38A/19M38D/19M38H/20M39H: 1366 x 768 mode 20M38A/20M38D/20M38H: 1600 x 900 22M38A/22M38D/22M38H/24M38A/24M38D/24M38H/27MP38HQ/ 27MP38VQ: 1920 x 1080 You can choose the input signal. • When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal (D-SUB/DVI-D/ HDMI) you want. • When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is ...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Customizing Settings Menu Settings Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.
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Description Picture Sharpness ● ● ● To adjust the clearness of the screen Black Level 19M38H 20M39H 20M38H 22M38H ● To set offset level 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Overscan 19M38H 20M39H To improve the clarity and stability of the 20M38H 22M38H ●...
Offset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the monitor can 19M38H 20M39H display. 20M38H 22M38H High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen. 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current contrast ratio of the screen.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Color Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. Select Color by pressing the ► button. Enter to Color by pressing the ▼ button. Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.
Audio 19M38H 20M39H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings.
Automatic Standby The monitor will automatically switch to standby mode after a certain period. 19M38H 20M39H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Resolution User can set the desired resolution. The function is enabled only when the screen resolution on your computer is set to the following, except that the PC output wrong...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS READER Setting Press READER button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Reader Mode OSD. Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. Each option is explained below. Reader Mode Description Reader 1 It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the newspaper. If you want screen more bright, you can control brightness in Menu OSD.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS FUNC. Setting SMART ENERGY SAVING Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. Enter to SMART ENERGY SAVING by pressing the ▼ button. Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ) button.
It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos. Game It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to play a game. 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 20M39H 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Picture Mode...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Color Weakness Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. Select Color Weakness by pressing the ► button. Enter to Color Weakness by pressing the ▼ button. Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following before calling for service. No image appears y Check and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power Is the power cord of the display connected? outlet. y Press the Power button. Is the power indicator light on? Is the power indicator flickering? y If the display is in power saving mode, try moving the mouse or...
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Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? y Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www. Have you installed the display driver? lg.com . y Make sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.3 mm x 0.3 mm (Pixel Pitch) Resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Power consump- On Mode : 19.8 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W ...
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SPECIFICATIONS 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H Video Signal Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) Frequency 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) ● ● ● Vertical 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) ● ● ● Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ●...
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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 20M38A 20M38D 20M38H Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.271 mm x 0.262 mm (Pixel Pitch) Resolution 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz Power consump- On Mode : 22 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W ...
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SPECIFICATIONS 20M38A 20M38D 20M38H Video Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) ● ● ● Signal Frequency 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ●...
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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 20M39H Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.3177 mm x 0.307 mm (Pixel Pitch) Resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Recommend 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Power consump- On Mode : 22 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* tion (Typ.) Power Input 19 V...
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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 22M38A 22M38D 22M38H Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.248 mm x 0.248 mm (Pixel Pitch) Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power consump- On Mode : 25.3 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)*...
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SPECIFICATIONS 22M38A 22M38H 22M38D Video Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) ● ● ● Signal Frequency 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ●...
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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 24M38A 24M38D 24M38H Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.272 mm x 0.272 mm (Pixel Pitch) Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power consump- On Mode : 27.5 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W ...
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SPECIFICATIONS 24M38A 24M38D 24M38H Video Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) ● ● ● Signal Frequency 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ●...
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SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 27MP38HQ 27MP38VQ Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.311 mm x 0.311 mm (Pixel Pitch) Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power consump- On Mode : 31.13 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W ...
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SPECIFICATIONS 27MP38HQ 27MP38VQ Video Signal Horizontal 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) ● ● Frequency 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) ● ● Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI) ●...
SPECIFICATIONS 24M38H 22M38A 22M38D 22M38H 24M38A 24M38D 27MP38HQ 27MP38VQ Horizontal Vertical Display Modes (Resolution) Polarity(H/V) Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) 720 x 400 31.468 640 x 480 31.469 640 x 480 37.500 800 x 600 37.879 800 x 600 46.875 1024 x 768 48.363...
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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...
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