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OwnEr’s ManuaL LG Gaming Monitor (LED MOnITOr*) * LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 32GK850F www.lg.com...
Table of ConTenTs lICense ........3 UsInG THe MonIToR ....21 - Connecting to a PC...........21 asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG 4 HDMI Connection - Product Composition ..........4 DisplayPort Connection - supported Drivers and software ......5 - Connecting aV Devices ...........23 - Product and Button Description......6 HDMI Connection How to use the Joystick Button - Connecting Peripherals...........23...
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asseMblInG anD PRePaRInG Product Composition Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are any missing components, contact the retailer where you purchased the product. note that the product and related components may look different from those shown here. CD (Owner’s Manual / software / Power cord aC/DC adapter...
It is recommend that use the supplied components. Monitor Driver recommended • If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there recommended may be image noises. • required and recommended: You can download and install the latest version from noTe the enclosed CD or from the LGE website (www.lg.com).
Product and button Description How to Use the Joystick button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or moving it left/right with your finger. basic functions Press the joystick button once with Power on your finger to turn on the monitor.
Moving and lifting the Monitor when moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size. • Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it.
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• If you use the monitor panel without the stand base, its joystick button may cause the monitor to become unstable and fall, resulting in damage to the monitor or human injury. In addition, this may cause the joystick button to malfunction.
Installing the Monitor assembling the stand Cable Holder * assemble the Cable Holder. stand body stand base...
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noTe • Press the stand until the button reaches the top. CaUTIon • Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product. • Do not apply foreign substances (oils, lubricants, etc.) to the screw parts when assembling the product.
Installing on a Table Connect the power adapter to the monitor and then plug the power cord into the wall outlet. Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm...
adjusting the stand Height CaUTIon Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. • unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. electric shock.
adjusting the angle WaRnInG Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. • To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part adjust the angle of the screen. of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5°...
Pivot feature noTe The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. Head stand swivel (clockwise 20°) swivel (counter clockwise 20°) WaRnInG • To avoid scratching the stand base, make sure that when rotating the monitor using the pivot feature, the stand does not make contact with the monitor. raise the monitor to the maximum height.
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adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below. figure. noTe • auto Pivot feature of the display is not supported. • The screen can be rotated easily using the screen pivot shortcut key provided rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure.
Tidying up Cables Using the Kensington lock arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s manual or visit the website at http://www.kensington.com.
Detaching the stand body Installing the Wall Mount Plate This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible Place the monitor’s screen face down. To protect the screen from scratches, devices. cover the surface with a soft cloth. remove the stand from the monitor by pressing the button on the bottom Place the screen face down.
If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside of bracket. the product. a non-VEsa standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non- standard screws. 100 mm Wall Mount (mm)
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• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor Monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. screw •...
UsInG THe MonIToR Connecting to a PC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. • The following instructions are based on the 32GK850F model. Illustrations in this * Plug and Play: a feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without manual may differ from the actual product.
DisplayPort Connection CaUTIon Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. Connect the • using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility monitor to your PC using the DisplayPort cable as shown in the illustration below. issues.
Connecting aV Devices Connecting Peripherals HDMI Connection Usb Cable connection HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your aV device to the monitor. The usB port on the product functions as a usB hub. Connect your aV device to the monitor using the HDMI cable as shown in the To use usB 3.0, connect the a-B type usB 3.0 cable of the product to the PC.
Connecting Headphones noTe Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated. • Make sure to install the most recent windows Os service pack before using the product. • Peripheral devices are sold separately. • a keyboard, mouse, or usB device can be connected to the usB port. •...
UseR seTTInGs button Menu status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Exits the main menu. activating the Main Menu (Holding down the button to turn off the monitor. You can Main menu enabled turn off the monitor this way at any time, including when the Press the joystick button on the bottom of the OsD is on.) monitor.
Main Menu features Main Menu Description Input sets input mode. Power off Power off Turns off the monitor. settings Configures the screen settings. exit Input settings Game Mode sets the game mode for gaming. Game Mode Exit Exits the main menu.
User settings Menu settings To view the settings menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the settings. Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right. To return to the upper settings or set other settings items, move the joystick to or press ( ).
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settings Description Game Mode Changes the game mode to the one optimized for a given feature. Game adjust adjusts the 1ms Motion blur Reduction,freesync,black stabilizer,Response Time,Cross Hair and Game Reset. Picture adjust adjusts the brightness,Contrast,sharpness,Gamma,Color Temp,R/G/b,black level,DfC and Picture Reset. Input Input list selects the input mode.
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Game Mode on SDR(Non-HDR)signal. Settings > Game Mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options. Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup Gamer 2 options.
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Game Mode on HDR signal. Settings > HDR Game Mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options. Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup Gamer 2 options.
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settings > Game adjust Description This mode minimizes motion blur in fast-moving videos. To take full advantage of this function, select 2560 x 1440 @ 120Hz/144Hz before enabling 1ms Motion blur Reduction. This function is available for the following vertical frequency. (120Hz,144Hz) Turns 1ms Motion blur Reduction Mode off.
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Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal. CaUTIon • supported Interface: DisplayPort,HDMI. • supported Graphic Card : a graphic card that supports aMD’s Freesync/Freesync 2 is necessary. •...
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sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use fast. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use faster. setting to faster may cause image sticking. Response Time faster sets the response time to faster.
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settings > Picture adjust Description adjusts the brightness of the screen. brightness adjusts the contrast of the screen. Contrast sharpness adjusts the sharpness of the screen. Gamma Mode 1, Mode The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes.
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settings > Input Description Input list selects the input mode. adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. full Wide Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input. original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input. Input aspect Ratio The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original.
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settings > General Description language sets the menu screen to the desired language. High saves energy using the high-efficiency sMarT EnErGY saVInG feature. sMaRT eneRGY saves energy using the low-efficiency sMarT EnErGY saVInG feature. saVInG Disables the sMarT EnErGY saVInG feature. Turns the power LED on the bottom of the monitor on or off.
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Quick Charge is a feature that rapidly charges the device connected to the usB 3.0 port. Enables Quick Charge. Disables Quick Charge. Quick Charge noTe • The charging speed may vary depending on the device. This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus. Enables osD lock.
• 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 graphics card supports Plug and Play function.
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The screen retains an image. Does image sticking occur even when the • Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image. monitor is turned off? • To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver. screen display is unstable and shaky.
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The display color is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored • set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In windows, go to Control Panel > Display > settings > Color Quality. (The (16 colors)? settings may differ depending on the operating system (Os) you use.) Does the display color appear unstable or •...
Product SPecification LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 8-bit color is supported. Pixel Pitch 0.2724 mm x 0.2724 mm Resolution Max Resolution 2560 x 1440 @ 144 Hz Recommended Resolution 2560 x 1440 @ 60 Hz Operating Frequency...
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Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C Humidity Less than 80 % storing Conditions Temperature -20 °C to 60 °C Humidity Less than 85 % Dimensions Monitor size (width x Height x Depth) with stand 715.2 x 493.9 x 272.2 (mm) without stand 715.2 x 423.9 x 57.1 (mm) weight (without Packaging)
HDMI Timing (Video) factory support mode Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency Remarks (Preset Mode) (kHz) (Hz) 480p 31.5 720p 45.0 1080p 67.5 when HDMI Compatibility 2160p Mode is set to OFF.
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