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Owner's Manual IPS LED MONITOR 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. IPS LED(LED LCD) MONITOR MODEL 19M38A...
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS LICENSE TROUBLESHOOTING ASSEMBLING AND PREPAR- SPECIFICATIONS Preset Modes (Resolution) Unpacking Indicator Parts and buttons Moving and Lifting the Monitor PROPER POSTURE Setting up the Monitor set Proper posture for using the Monitor set. - Attaching the Stand Base - Detaching the Stand Base - Mounting on a table - Using the cable holder...
24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ 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 LLC in the United States and other countries.
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.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Power Indicator Lighting On: Turned on Lighting Off: Turned off (Power Button) Button (See p.16) Connection panel (See p.13~15)
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.
Attach the Stand Base. Tighten the screw to the right with a coin. CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage. 19M38A 20M38A 22M38A 24M38A 19M38D 20M38D 22M38D...
Place the Monitor set with the screen side Pull out the Stand Base from the Stand Body. down on a flat and cushioned surface. Remove two screws and pull out the Stand Body from the monitor set. 19M38A 20M38A 22M38A 24M38A 19M38D...
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 10 cm (minimum) 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 19M38A 20M38A...
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 illustrations.
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 Self Image Setting Function Connecting to External Devices 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 19M38AB/19M38HB/19M38A/19M38D/19M38H: 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.
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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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu > Next Menu Analog Digital HDMI Description ● ● ● Picture Sharpness To adjust the clearness of the screen Black Level 19M38H 19M38HB 20M38H 22M38H ● To set offset level 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Overscan 19M38H 19M38HB To improve the clarity and stability of the 20M38H 22M38H ●...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture 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. Enter to Picture 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.
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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Display 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 Display by pressing the ► button. Enter to Display 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.
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 resolution. 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H Off, 1024x768, 1280x768, 1360x768, 19M38AB...
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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture Mode Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the OSD. FUNC. Select Picture Mode by pressing the ► button. Enter to Picture Mode 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.
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? y If the display is in power saving mode, try moving the mouse or Is the power indicator flickering?
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Be sure to install the display driver from the display driver CD (or Have you installed the display driver? diskette) that 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.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H 19M38AB 19M38HB 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 : 13 W (ENERGY STAR®...
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SPECIFICATIONS 19M38A 19M38H 19M38D 19M38AB 19M38HB 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 : 16 W (ENERGY STAR®...
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SPECIFICATIONS 20M38H 20M38A 20M38D ● ● ● 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 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 : 19 W (ENERGY STAR®...
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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 : 19 W (ENERGY STAR®...
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SPECIFICATIONS 24M38H 24M38A 24M38D ● ● ● 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 : 20.3 W Typ.
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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) ●...
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS 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.
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.
If loosely connected, the poor connection may cause a fire or electric shock. Be sure to use power cords and AC adapters provided or approved by LG Electronics, Inc. The use of non-approved products may cause a fire or electric shock.
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DDC(Display Data Channel) ENGLISH DDC (Display Data Channel) DDC is a communication channel over which the monitor automatically informs the host system (PC) about its capabilities. DDC protocol ① DDC1/DDC2B An uni-directional communication channel. ② DDC 2AB/DDC2B+/DDC2Bi A bi-directional communication channel. Note •...
Energy saving Design ENGLISH Energy Saving Design This program is designed to have computer equipment manufacturers build circuitry into their products to reduce power consumption when it is not in operation. When this monitor is used with a PC on which a screen blanking software complying with the VESA Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) Protocol is installed, it can...
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Service ENGLISH Service Unplug the monitor from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when : The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. Liquid has been spilled into the monitor. The monitor has been exposed to rain or water.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. www.lg.com...
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PRESERVATION English Information for Environmental Preservation LGE. announced the ‘LG Declaration for a Cleaner Environment’ in 1994, and this ideal has served as a guiding managerial principle ever since. The Declaration is a foundation that has allowed us to undertake environmentally friendly activities in careful consideration of economic, environmental, and social aspects.
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You can take your appliance either to the shop where you purchased the product, or contact your local government waste office for details of your nearest authorised WEEE collection point. For the most up to date information for your country please see www.lg.com/global/recycling...
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Toll Free No. 1800-315-9999 / 1800-180-9999 for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information, please visit : http://www.lge.com/in .
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िमारे टोल फ्ी नं ब र 1800-315-9999 / 1800-180-9999 पर कॉल करें . सभी सं ग्र िण क ें द्र व वपक-अप की स ु व वधाएं ककसी थर्ग - पाटटी जो LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. को अपनी से व ाएं प्रदान कर रिी िों, से करवाएं ।...
PROPER POSTURE PROPER POSTURE Proper posture for using the Monitor set. Adjust the Adjust the location of the Monitor set and Monitor set to avoid it your posture to reflecting light. allow you to view images at the optimal viewing angle.
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19M38A 20M38A 20M38H 19M38H 22M38H 22M38A 24M38A 27MP38HQ 24M38H HDMI IN 19M38AB 19M38HB 27MP38VQ 19M38D 20M38D 22M38D 24M38D HDMI IN Note : All connection cables shown in the picture are not included along with the monitor set.
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English • Make sure to use the supplied cable. Otherwise, this may cause the device to malfunction.
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