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User’s Guide M197WA Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference. See the label attached on the product and give the information to your dealer when you ask for service.
Before Connecting to the PC Stand Installation Before setting up the product, ensure that the power supply, the computer system, and other attached devices is turned off. Carefully place the product screen side down on a cushioned surface that will protect product and screen from damage.
Before Connecting to the PC Detaching Stand Before setting up the product, ensure that the power supply, the computer system, and other attached devices is turned off. Place the set screen side down on a Detach the monitor to the Stand cushion or soft cloth.
Before Connecting to the PC Before setting up the product, ensure that the power supply, the computer system, and other attached devices is turned off. Positioning your display Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort. Tilt Range 12°~ 18°...
Before Connecting to the PC WALL MOUNT:HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION For proper ventilation,allow a clearance of 4 inches on each side and from the wall. Detailed installation instructions are available from your dealer,see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches...
Name and Function of the Parts Name of the Remote Control Buttons TV/PC : Selects TV or PC mode. Switches the set on. POWER INPUT TV/PC POWER INPUT A.PROG MEMORY/ERASE CAPTION Input Each time you press the Input button it will change to Component HDMI...
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Name and Function of the Parts Name of the Remote Control Buttons MUTE Switches the sound on or off. Favorite channel button. CH ( ) Buttons Up and Down Button. MUTE Able to change channel. VOL ( ) Buttons Volume Button ENTER ENTER Button Use when functional adjustment is completed.
Name and Function of the Parts Rear View AC IN COMPONENT AV IN AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) AC IN S-VIDEO HDMI IN ANTENNA/ DVI-D IN (PC) CABLE IN AC IN RGB IN (PC) Power Connector : Connect the power cord. AV Input Terminal HDMI Digital Signal Connector DVI Digital Signal Connector RGB, DVI Sound Jack : Connect to the jack in...
Connecting to External Devices Connecting to your PC First of all, see if the computer, product and the peripherals are turned off. Then, connect the signal input cable. Rear side of the product. COMPONENT AV IN AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) S-VIDEO HDMI AC IN AC IN...
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Connecting to External Devices Connect the power cord. Rear side of the product. COMPONENT AV IN AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) S-VIDEO HDMI AC IN AC IN ANTENNA/ DVI-D IN (PC) CABLE IN RGB IN (PC) Turn on power by pressing the Power button power button on the product.
Connecting to External Devices Connecting to VCR/DVD Connect the video/audio cable as shown in the figure below and then connect the power cord (See page 10). When using the RCA cable. Connect the input terminal with a proper colour match. •...
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Connecting to External Devices Select an input signal. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select the input signal. INPUT ENTER Or, press the INPUT button at the top side of the product. INPUT ENTER When connecting with a RCA cable. •...
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Connecting to External Devices Connecting to Set-top Box /DVD (480p/576p/720p/1080i/480i/576i) Connect the video/audio cable as shown in the figure below and then connect the power cord (See page 10). Connect the input terminal with a proper colour match. • Rear side of the Product Set-top Box /DVD COMPONENT Component Cable...
Connecting to External Devices When watching HDMI from the DVD/Set-top Box Connect the HDMI cable as shown in the below figure and then connect the power cord. (see page 10) [Rear side of the Product] [Rear side of the Product] RCA Stereo cable (not included) HDMI to DVI cable...
Connecting to External Devices When Watching TV Check if the antenna cable is connected at the rear side of the product and then, connect the power cord. Rear Side of the Product COMPONENT AV IN AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) S-VIDEO HDMI AC IN AC IN DVI-D IN (PC)
Adjusting the Screen Name of the Buttons in the Screen Adjustment Unit • This Indicator lights up blue when the display operates normally Power Indicator (On Mode). If the display is in Sleep (Energy Saving) Mode, this indicator colour changes to amber. Power Button •...
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Adjusting the Screen Name of the Buttons in the Screen Adjustment Unit • Use this button to show/hide the OSD (On Screen Display) menu MENU Button screen. Input INPUT Button Television CVBS, S-Video Component HDTV, DVD Component D-Sub analog signal DVI Digital signal HDMI HDMI Digital signal...
Adjusting the Screen OSD (On Screen Display) Menu Icon Function Description Set/Select the channel when using the TV Channel Adjusting the picture function. Picture Adjusting the sound function. Sound Adjusting the time function. Time Selecting the special function. Special Adjusting the screen function. Screen Note OSD(On Screen Display)
Adjusting the Screen OSD (On Screen Display) Screen Tracking Order ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Pop up the Move where Select a menu icon Adjust the status Save Exit from the you want to menu screen adjustment menu screen. adjust • Use the remote control to adjust the OSD screen. Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD will appear.
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Adjusting the Screen CHANNEL ID set/Select the channel when using the TV Auto programme Channel Auto Program To start Manual program Favorite channel OK MENU Press button to start automatic programming. All available TV channels are searched and stored automatically. Auto To stop Auto Program progress, press the MENU button.
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Adjusting the Screen PICTURE ID adjust the picture function(RGB/DVI) APC (Auto Picture Control) The APC function automatically adjusts the screen Picture image quality. • Clear Clear Select this option to display with a sharp image. Optimum • Optimum Soft The most general and natural screen display Cinema User status.
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Adjusting the Screen PICTURE ID adjust the picture function (TV/AV/Component/HDMI) APC (Auto Picture Control) The APC function automatically adjusts the screen Picture image quality. • Clear Clear Select this option to display with a sharp image. Optimum • Optimum Soft The most general and natural screen display Cinema User...
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Adjusting the Screen PICTURE ID adjust the picture function (TV/AV/Component/HDMI) XD is LG Electronics unique picture improving Picture technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal processing algorithm. Manual is activated after selecting the user of APC.
Adjusting the Screen SOUND ID to adjust the sound function Sound Flat DASP Music Balance Movie Sports User OK MENU DASP The best sound tone quality will be selected automatically depending on the video type that you're currently watching. (Digital Auto •...
Adjusting the Screen TIME ID to adjust the time function Time -- : -- AM Clock Off timer On timer Auto off OK MENU Clock This function is used to set up of current time. You must set the time correctly before using On/Off timer function. 1) Press the MENU button and then use button to select the Timer menu.
Adjusting the Screen SPECIAL ID to Select the special function Special Language Key lock Caption/Text DDC-CI XD Demo OK MENU Language To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. Key lock Use the buttons to select On or Off. It can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control.
Adjusting the Screen SCREEN ID to adjust the screen function Screen 1024 x 768 Resolution Auto config. 1280 x 768 Manual config. 1360 x 768 1366 x 768 Reset OK MENU To view the best resolution of RGB-PC mode. Select the same resolution on OSD with Resolution PC's.
Troubleshooting No image is displayed G Is the product's power cord • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the outlet. connected? G Is the power indicator turning on? • See if the power switch is turned on. •...
Troubleshooting The screen image looks abnormal. G Is the screen position wrong? • Adjust the Position menu in OSD . • See if the video card resolution and frequency are supported by the product. If the frequency is out of range, set to the recommended resolution in the Control Panel –...
Troubleshooting The audio function does not work. G No sound? • Check if the audio cable is connected properly. • Adjust the volume. • Check if the sound is set properly. G Sound is too low. • Adjust the volume. The TV function does not work.
Specifications The product specifications can change without prior notice for product improvement. LCD Panel Screen Type 18.51 inches Wide (47.01 cm) TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Visible diagonal size: 47.01 cm Pixel Pitch 0.10(H) x 0.30(V) mm Video Signal Max.