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OWNER’S MANUAL IPS LED MONITOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. IPS LED MONITOR MODEL IPS224V IPS234V www.lg.com...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents AsseMBLInG AnD PRePAR- tRoUBLesHootInG Unpacking Parts and buttons sPeCIFICAtIons Setting up the Monitor set IPS224V - Attaching the Stand Base IPS234V - Detaching the Stand Base Preset Modes (Resolution) - Mounting on a table Indicator - Using the cable holder - Mounting on a wall PRoPeR PostURe UsInG tHe MonItoR set Proper posture for using the Monitor set. Connecting to a PC - D-SUB connection - DVI-D connection - HDMI connection CUstoMIZInG settInGs Customizing Settings - Menu Settings - P ICTURE - C OLOR - D ISPLAY - V OLUME...
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. D-sUB Cable DVI-D Cable CD(owner's Manual) / (This cable is not included in all (This cable is not included Card countries.) in all countries.) Power Cord AC-DC Adapter AC-DC Adapter ( Depending on the country ) ( Depending on the country ) stand Body stand Base 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.11) Connection panel (See p.9)
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Detaching the stand Base setting up the Monitor set Attaching the stand Base Place the Monitor set with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface. Place the Monitor set with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface. Pull out the stand Body and stand Base from the monitor set. CAUtIon Turn the screw to the left with a coin. Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth Pull out the stand Base. on the surface to protect the screen from damage. Attach the stand Body to the monitor set. Attach the stand Base. stand Body Tighten the screw to the right with a coin. stand Body stand Base stand Body stand Base 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 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. CAUtIon Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric 10 cm shock may occur. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm Using the cable holder Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a wall outlet. Cable holder...
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING wARnInG Using the Kensington security system 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 fingers. manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit http://www.kensington.com . Connect the Kensington security system cable between the Monitor set and a table. Do not touch or press the screen when adjusting the angle of the monitor. Do not hold this set like below picture.Monitor screen can detach from stand base and injure your body. note The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain it from most electronics stores. note Tilt from +20 to -5 degrees up or down to adjust the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view. Front Rear...
Setup Guide. CAUtIon 10 cm Disconnect the power cord first, and then move or install the Monitor set. Otherwise 10 cm electric shock may occur. 10 cm If you install the Monitor set on a ceiling or 10 cm slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use only an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. D o not over tighten the screws as this may cause damage to the Monitor set and void your warranty. U se only screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty. If you intend to mount the Monitor set to a wall, attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the set. When you install the Monitor set using a wall note mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop.
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. on, without device configuration or user intervention. D-sUB connection Transmits analog video from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the supplied D-sub 15 pin signal cable as shown in the following illustrations. HDMI connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC or A/V to the Monitor set. Connect the PC or A/V and the Monitor set with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations. note When using a D-Sub signal input cable connector for Macintosh Mac adapter For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug note adapter is needed to change the 15 pin high density (3 row) D-SUB VGA connector If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility on the supplied cable to a 15 pin 2 row problem. connector.
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USING THE MONITOR SET Self Image Setting Function CAUtIon Press the power button on the bottom panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned Connect the signal on, the "self Image setting" Function is executed input cable and tighten automatically. (Only supported in Analog Mode) it by turning the screws clockwise. Do not press the screen with your finger for a long time as this may result in temporary distortion on the screen. Avoid displaying a fixed image on the screen for a long period of time to prevent image burn. Use a screensaver if possible. note note "self Image setting" Function. When you want to use two PC in our Monitor, This function provides the user with optimal please connect the signal cable(D-SUB/ display settings.When the user connects DVI-D/HDMI) respectively in Monitor set. the monitor for the first time, this function If you turn the Monitor set on while it is cold, automatically adjusts the display to optimal the screen may flicker. This is normal. settings for individual input signals.(Only Some red, green, or blue spots may appear supported in Analog Mode) on the screen. This is normal. ‘AUto’ Function. When you encounter problems such as blurry screen, blurred letters, screen flicker or tilted screen while using the device or after changing screen resolution, press the AUTO function button to improve resolution.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUstoMIZInG settInGs Press the desired button on the bottom of the Monitor set. Change the value of the menu item by pressing the buttons on the bottom of the Monitor set. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Select eXIt to leave the OSD menu. MENU MY KEY FUNC. AUTO INPUT EXIT Monitor set Buttons Button Description Accesses the main menus.(See p.12) osD LoCKeD/ This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so UnLoCKeD 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. The message "OSD UNLOCKED" should appear. Use this button to enter MY KEY menu.For more information.(See p.17) Use this button to enter PICTURE MODE, SUPER ENERGY SAVING, DUAL DISPLAY, DUAL WEB,MY KEY SETTING menus.(See p.18) When adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO button on the MONITOR SETUP OSD. (Only supported in Analog Mode) the best display mode 1920 x 1080 You can choose the input signal. • When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal (D-SUB/DVI/ HDMI) you want. • When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is D-SUB.
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. Each option is explained below. MenU Analog Digital HDMI Description BRIGHtness ● ● ● To adjust the brightness, contrast of the screen ContRAst ● ● ● wIDe/oRIGInAL WIDE Switch to full screen mode according to input image signal. ORIGINAL ● ● ● Change the input image signal ratio to original. * This function works only if input resolution is lower than Monitor set ratio (16:9). Reset ◄...
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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. Each option is explained below. MenU > neXt MenU > PICtURe Description sHARPness To adjust the clearness of the screen. BLACK LeVeL You can set the offset level. If you select'HIGH', the screen will be bright and if you select ‘LOW’, the screen will be dark.(only for HDMI input) * Offset?As the criteria for video signal, it is the darkest screen the monitor can show. oVeR sCAn To select the range of output image for DTV timing in HDMI input.(only for HDMI input)Recommend overscan function to turn on when connect AV equipment.
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. Each option is explained below. MenU > neXt MenU > CoLoR Description GAMMA Set your own gamma value. : GAMMA 0, GAMMA 1, GAMMA 2 on the monitor, high gamma values display whitish images and low gamma values display blackish images. CoLoR teMP CUstoM • ReD:Set your own red color levels. • GReen: Set your own green color levels. • BLUe:Set your own blue color levels. Select the screen color. wARM: Set the screen to warm color temperature (more red). MeDIUM: Set the screen to medium color temperature. CooL: Set the screen to cool color temperature (more blue). sIX CoLoR Sets and stores the hue and saturation for six colors(RED/ GREEN/BLUE/ CYAN/MAGENTA/YELLOW) to satisfy the color requirements of a user. HUe Adjusts the screen hue. sAtURAtIon Adjusts the color sharpness on the screen. Lower values make the color sharpness weaker and colors lighter while higher values make the color sharpness stronger and colors dark. CoLoR Reset Resets the color settings to the factory default settings for the current input device.