OWNER’S MANUAL LCD MONITOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. LCD MONITOR MODEL IPS231P IPS231B www.lg.com...
Safety Precautions Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product. Failure to follow those warnings may result in death, serious injury or damage to the Warning product or other property. Electrical Power Related Precautions Warning Use only the power cord supplied with the unit or another manufacturer authorized cord. - Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock or damage to the product.
Safety Precautions Precautions in installing the Product Warning Keep away from heat sources like electrical heaters, curdles or other open flames. - Electrical shock, fire, malfunction or deformation may occur. Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the reach of children. - Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed.
Safety Precautions Make sure the panel faces forward and hold it with both hands to move. - If you drop the product, the damaged product can cause electric shock or fire. Contact an authorized the service center for repair. Do not place the product face down. - This may damage the TFT-LCD screen.
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Safety Precautions NOTE The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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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. User's Guide/Cards DVI-D Signal Cable (This feature is not available in all countries.) Audio Cable NOTE This accessories may look different from those shown here.
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 Height Range : maximum 4.33 inches (110.0 mm) When adjusting the angle of the screen, do not put your finger(s) in between the head of the monitor and the stand body. You can hurt your finger(s). When adjusting the height of the screen, do not put your finger(s) in between the head of the monitor and the stand base.
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 Please be cautious and avoid contact between the monitor head and the Stand Base when rotating the screen to access the Pivot function.
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 of the signal cable. Connect DVI-D(Digital signal) Cable Connect D-sub(Analog signal) Cable NOTE This is a simplified representation of the rear view.
Control Panel Functions Front Panel Controls MENU Button MODE 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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(display mode). The best display mode is IPS231P/IPS231B : 1920 x 1080 When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal (D-SUB/DVI) you want. When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected.
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. Main menu BRIGHTNESS PICTURE CONTRAST SHARPNESS COLOR COLOR TEMP (PRESET) WARM MEDIUM COOL GAMMA COLOR RESET HORIZONTAL DISPLAY VERTICAL CLOCK PHASE VOLUME OTHERS...
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu USER MODE MOVIE TEXT PHOTO sRGB NOTE The order of icons may differ depending on the model (14~22). Sub-menu Supported input DSUB DVI-D Description It is a mode that the user can adjust each element.
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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 EXIT : Exit : Decrease : Increase : Select another sub-menu : Restart to select sub-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.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu PRESET Mode USER Mode EXIT : Exit : Decrease : Increase : Select another sub-menu : Restart to select sub-menu Sub menu Description COLOR TEMP Select either PRESET or USER to adjust the screen color.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu EXIT : Exit : Decrease : Increase : Select another sub-menu : Restart to select sub-menu EXIT : Exit : Decrease : Increase : Mute : Restart to select sub-menu Sub menu Description To move image left and right.
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When SUPER ENERGY SAVING SUPER ENERGY function is ON , power can be saved SAVING about 25%. LG accumulate those values using integrated function with 10 minutes broadcast video signal. Sets the screen size. ORIGINAL RATIO - WIDE: Fits the screen to the panel size.
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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 EXIT : Exit : Move : Select another sub-menu Sub menu Description USER It is a mode that the user can adjust each element. It can adjust the color mode of the Main Menu. MOVIE It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos.
Troubleshooting Check the following before calling for service. No image appears No image appears Is the power cord of the display connected? Is the power indicator light on? Is the power indicator flickering? Do you see an "OUT OF RANGE" message on the screen? Do you see a "CHECK SIGNAL CABLE"...
Troubleshooting Display image is incorrect Display Position is incorrect. On the screen background, vertical bars or stripes are visible. Any horizontal noise appearing in any image or characters are not clearly portrayed. IMPORTANT Check Control Panel --> Display --> Settings and see if the frequency or the resolution were changed.
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• Be sure to install the display driver from the display 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.
Specifications Preset Modes (Resolution) Display Modes (Resolution) 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 Indicator MODE...
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 located on the back or one side of the SET. Record it below should you ever need service.