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Owner's Manual IPS LED MONITOR (LED MONITOR*) *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. IPS LED Monitor (LED Monitor) Model List 43UD79 43MU79 43UD79T www.lg.com...
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Contents CONTENTS LICENSE USER SETTINGS Activating the Main Menu - Main Menu Features ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING User Settings Product Components - Menu Settings Supported Drivers and Software Component and Button Description TROUBLESHOOTING - How to Use the Joystick Button - How to Use the Joystick Button Input Connector SPECIFICATIONS Moving and Lifting the Monitor...
LICENSE 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 Product Components Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are missing com- ponents, contact the retail store where you purchased the product. Note that the product and components may look different from those shown here.
The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of counterfeit components. It is recommend that use the supplied components. If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises. NOTE Note that the components may look different from those shown here.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Component and Button Description 43UD79 43MU79 IR Receiver Joystick Button Power LED On: power is on How to Use the Joystick Button Off: power is off You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or moving it left/right with your finger.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 43UD79T IR Receiver Joystick Button Power LED On: power is on Off: power is off 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Moving and Lifting the Monitor CAUTION When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these in- As far as possible, avoid touching the monitor structions to prevent the monitor from being scratched screen. This may result in damage to the screen or or damaged and to ensure safe transportation regard- some of the pixels used to create images.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing the Monitor Assembling the stand base Assemble the Head and Back door. 43UD79 43MU79 Please put a soft cloth on a low table or box to protect the screen of the monitor. Please put the monitor on the soft cloth with the screen facing down.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Assembling the stand base CAUTION 43UD79T To avoid injury to the fingers and foot when Assembly Stand Body and Base, should hold Please put a soft cloth on a low table or box to Base when assem-bly stand body and base. protect the screen of the monitor.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using the cable holder CAUTION Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in Illustrations in this document represent typical the illustration. procedures, so they may look different from the actual product. Do not carry the monitor upside down by just 43UD79 43MU79 holding the stand base.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing onto a table Connect the Power cord to the monitor, then plug the power cord into the wall outlet. Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an up- right position. Place at least 3.94 inches away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Adjusting the angle Place the monitor in an upright position, mounted on the stand base. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forwards or backwards for a comfortable viewing experience. 43UD79 43MU79 Using the Kensington lock...
If you use improper screw, the product might be dam- aged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it. Wall Mount (A x B) 200 x 200 Standard screw...
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Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Please use the genuine LG wall mounting bracket. For more informa- tion, contact your local retail store or a qualified installer.
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully to use the monitor correctly. To install batteries, open the battery cover, place batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching terminals to the labels inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
NOTE There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP version of the PC. If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises. NOTE If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem.
USING THE MONITOR Connecting to AV Devices USB-C connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC HDMI connection to the monitor. Connect the monitor to your PC using the USB C-C Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your cable as shown in the illustration below.
USING THE MONITOR Connecting Peripherals The items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model. Product specifications or contents of this manual USB Cable connection - PC may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub.
USING THE MONITOR Connecting to External Devices Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated. (sold separately) NOTE Peripheral devices are sold separately. If you use angled earphones, it may cause a prob- lem with connecting another external device to the monitor.
User Settings USER SETTINGS Activating the Main Menu Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. Move the joystick up/down ( ▲ / ▼ ) and left/right( ◄ / ► ) to set the options. Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu. Joystick Button Button Menu Status...
User Settings User Settings Menu Settings To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / Ok) it.
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User Settings [PBP/PIP ON] Menu > Input Description Input List Displays the screens of main input and sub input Aspect Ratio Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. Main input Full Wide Displays the video to fit the PBP/PIP screen, regardless of the video signal input. Original Displays the video in the aspect ratio of the video signal input on the PBP/PIP screen.
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User Settings Picture Adjust Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. SUPER High Optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants crystal clear images. RESOLUTION+ It is effective for high quality video or game.
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User Settings Game Adjust Response Time Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Normal. For a fast-moving pic- ture, it is recommended that you use Fast. Setting to Fast may cause image sticking.
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User Settings Menu > General Description Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. Sound Optimizer Allows optimized sound for individual Monitor installation. Stand Type Optimized sound for a stand-mounted Monitor. Wall Mount Optimized sound for a wall-mounted Monitor. Type SMART ENERGY High...
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. Is the monitor's power cord plugged in? Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. Is the power LED on? Check the power cable connection and press the power button. Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu >...
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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 SPECIFICATIONS 43UD79 43MU79 LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.2451 mm x 0.2451 mm Resolution Maximum Resolution HDMI IN 1/2 : 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz HDMI IN 3/4 : 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz DP IN (USB-C IN) : 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution HDMI IN 1/2 : 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz...
SPECIFICATIONS 43UD79T LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.2451 mm x 0.2451 mm Resolution Maximum Resolution HDMI IN 1/2 : 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz HDMI IN 3/4 : 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz DP IN (USB-C IN) : 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution HDMI IN 1/2 : 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz...
SPECIFICATIONS HDMI Timing (Video) Factory support mode Horizontal Vertical Remarks (Preset Mode) Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) 480p 31.5 720p 45.0 1080p 67.5 When HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color is 2160p set to ON. Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode White (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode Off Mode...
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) Data length : 8 bits Parity : None Stop bit : 1 bit Communication code : ASCII code Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] * [Command 1] : First command to control the Monitor.
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Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: LG Model : 43UD79,43MU79,43UD79T Responsible Party: LG Electronics Inc. Address : 1000 Sylvan Ave. Englewood Cliffs NJ 07632 U.S.A TEL: 201-266-2534 *above information is only for USA FCC Regulatory This device meets the EMC requirements for home appliances (Class B) and is intended for home usage.