LG 20MP48A, 24MP48HQ, 27MP48HQ, 22MP48A, 22MP48D User Guide

Owner's Manual

IPS LED MONITOR (LED MONITOR*)

*LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting.

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.

IPS LED MONITOR MODEL

20MP48A 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ

22MP48A

22MP48D

22MP48HQ

23MP48D

23MP48HQ

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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LICENSE

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22MP48HQ 23MP48HQ

24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ

LICENSE

Each model has different licenses. Visit

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

www.lg.com

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for more information on the license.

The following content is only applied to the monitor which is sold in Europe market and which needs to meet the ErP Directive: *This monitor is set to be turned off automatically in 4 hours after you turned on display if there is no adjustment to display. *To make this setting be disabled, change the option to ‘Off’ in OSD menu of “Automatic Standby”.

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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.

DVI-D Cable

countries. )

AC-DC Adapter

CD(Owner's Manual) /

Card

Power Cord

( Depending on the country )

D-SUB Cable

( This cable is not included in all

countries. )

AC-DC Adapter

( This cable is not included in all

or

( Depending on the country )

Stand Body

Stand Base

HDMI Cable

( This cable is not included in all

countries. )

Cable holder

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CAUTION

Do not use any unapproved accessories to ensure the safety and product life span.

y

Any damages or injuries by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty.

y

NOTE

The accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.

y

Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade

y

of product functions.

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Parts and buttons

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23MP48D

23MP48HQ

Power Indicator

Lighting On: Turned on

y

Lighting Off: Turned off

y

HDMI IN

(Power Button)

Button (See p.17~18)

Connection panel (See p.14~16)

NOTE

The button is located at the bottom of the monitor.

y

Parts and buttons

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Power Indicator

Lighting On: Turned on

y

Lighting Off: Turned off

y

(Power Button)

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Connection panel (See p.14~16)

Button (See p.17~18)

NOTE

The button is located at the bottom of the monitor.

y

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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.

It is advisable to place the monitor in the

y

original box or packing material before attempting to move it. Before moving or lifting the monitor, discon-

y

nect the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the monitor frame

y

firmly. Do not hold the panel itself.

When holding the monitor, the screen should

y

face away from you to prevent it being scratched.

When moving the monitor, avoid any strong

y

shock or vibrations to the product. When moving the monitor, keep it upright,

y

never turn the monitor on its side or tilt it sideways.

CAUTION

As far as possible, avoid touching the moni-

y

tor screen. This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images.

Setting up the Monitor set

Attaching the Stand Base

Place the Monitor set with the screen side

1

down on a flat and cushioned surface.

CAUTION

Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage.

Stand Body

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1

Attach the

2

Attach the

2

Tighten the screw to the right with a coin.

3

22MP48A

22MP48D

22MP48HQ

Stand Body

Stand Base

Stand Body Stand Base

23MP48D

23MP48HQ

to the monitor set.

.

Stand Base

1

Insert the

2

Attach the

3

Attach the

4

Tighten the screw to the right.

Stand Body

Cable Holder

Stand Body Stand Base

.

to the monitor set.

Stand Body

to

.

Stand Base

NOTE

You can disassemble the stand in the

y

reverse order of the assembly.

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Mounting on a table

Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright

1

position on a table.

Leave a 100 mm (3.94 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation.

or

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord

2

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

to a wall outlet.

22MP48A

22MP48D

22MP48HQ

23MP48D

23MP48HQ

or

Press (Power) button on the bottom switch

3

panel to turn the power on.

CAUTION

Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric shock may occur.

Using the cable holder

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Cable holder

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WARNING

When you adjust the angle, do not hold the bottom of the Monitor set frame as shown on the following illustration, as may injure your fingers.

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

27MP48HQ

Tilt from +20 to -3 degrees up or down to adjust the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view.

Front Rear

Using the Kensington security system

The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the Monitor set. For more information of installation and using, refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit

Connect the Kensington security system cable between the Monitor set and a table.

http://www.kensington.com

.

NOTE

20MP48A

Tilt from +20 to -5 degrees up or down to adjust the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view.

22MP48A 22MP48D

22MP48HQ

23MP48D

23MP48HQ

24MP48HQ

Front Rear

NOTE

The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain it from most electronics stores.

Mounting on a wall

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 100 mm (3.94 inches) on each side and from the wall. Detailed instructions are available from your dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide.

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

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 mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop.

1 If you use screw longer than standard, the moni-

tor might be damaged internally.

2 If you use improper screw, the product might be

damaged and drop from mounted position.

In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible

for it.

Model

22MP48A

22MP48D

22MP48HQ

23MP48D

23MP48HQ

100 mm

(3.94 inches)

100 mm

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Wall Mount (A x B)

y

A

B

CAUTION

Disconnect the power cord first, and then

y

move or install the Monitor set. Otherwise electric shock may occur. If you install the Monitor set on a ceiling or

y

slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use only an authorized LG wall mount

y

and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. Do not over tighten the screws as this may

y

cause damage to the Monitor set and void your warranty. Use only screws and wall mounts that

y

meet the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty. Screw length from outer surface of back

y

cover should be under 8mm.

Wall mount Pad

Back Cover

Wall mount Pad

Back Cover

Standard screw

Max.8mm

NOTE

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Wall Mount (A x B)

Standard screw

Number of screws

Wall Mount Plate (Optional)

75 x 75

M4 x L10

4

RW120

Use the screws that are listed on the VESA

y

standard screw specifications. The wall mount kit will include an installation

y

manual and necessary parts. The wall mount bracket is optional. You can

y

obtain additional accessories from your local dealer. The length of screws may differ depending

y

on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper length. For more information, refer to the

y

instructions supplied with the wall mount.

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USING THE MONITOR SET

Connecting to a PC

Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*.

y

*Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn 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.

DVI-D connection

Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with a DVI cable as shown in the following illustrations.

NOTE

When using a D-Sub signal input cable

y

connector for Macintosh

Mac adapter

y

For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug adapter is needed to change the 15 pin high density (3 row) D-SUB VGA connector on the supplied cable to a 15 pin 2 row connector.

CAUTION

Connect the signal input cable

y

and tighten it by turning the screws clockwise. Do not press the screen with

y

your finger for a long time as this may result in temporary distortion on the screen. Avoid displaying a fixed image on the

y

screen for a long period of time to prevent image burn. Use a screensaver if possible.

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HDMI connection

Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations.

Connecting to AV Devices

HDMI connection

Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your AV devices to the monitor. Connect your AV device to the monitor with the HDMI cable as illustrated below.

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NOTE

If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility

y

problem. Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo

y

attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur. Recommended HDMI cable types

y

- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable

- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable with Ethernet

NOTE

When you want to use two PC in our Monitor,

y

please connect the signal cable(D-SUB/ DVI-D/HDMI) respectively in Monitor set. If you turn the Monitor set on while it is cold,

y

the screen may flicker. This is normal. Some red, green, or blue spots may appear

y

on the screen. This is normal.

NOTE

If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility

y

problem. Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo

y

attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur. Recommended HDMI cable types

y

- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable

- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable with Ethernet

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Connecting to External Devices

Peripheral device connection

Connect peripheral devices to the monitor using headphone ports.

(sold separately)

NOTE

Peripheral devices are sold separately.

y

Cables with angled plugs may have clear-

y

ance issues, use straight plugs when possible.

Self Image Setting Function

Press the power button on the bottom panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the " automatically. (Only supported in Analog Mode)

Self Image Setting

" Function is executed

Angle Type Straight Type

NOTE

Headphones or speakers may not work nor-

y

mally, depending on the server PC settings.

NOTE

"Self Image Setting" Function.

y

This function provides the user with optimal display settings.When the user connects the monitor for the first time, this function automatically adjusts the display to optimal settings for individual input signals.(Only supported in Analog Mode)

‘AUTO’ Function.

y

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. (Only supported in Analog Mode)

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Press the desired button on the bottom of the Monitor set.

1

Change the value of the menu item by pressing the buttons on the bottom of the Monitor set.

2

To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.

Select

3

EXIT

to leave the OSD menu.

Monitor set Buttons

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NOTE

The button is located at the bottom of the monitor.

y

Monitor set Buttons

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Button Description

(Power Button)

Accesses the main menus.(See p.19)

OSD Locked/OSD Unlocked

Use this button to enter Reader Mode menu. Its function works to display screen as paper-like picture for Eye comfort.If you want to more information(See p.25).

Use this button to enter SMART ENERGY SAVING , Picture Mode, Color Weakness menus.(See p.26~28)

When adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO button on the MONITOR SETUP OSD. (Only supported in Analog Mode)

The best display mode

This function allow you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed. Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds. Then OSD of “OSD Lock” will appear. After that, user can select lock or unlock by pressing left/right button. If user selects the “Lock” icon by pressing the “OK” button, the message “OSD Locked” will appear. Otherwise, “OSD Unlocked” will appear. After selecting the “Lock”, If you want to change to Unlock, you can push the “MENU” button for several seconds. The message “OSD Unlocked” will appear.

20MP48A

1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz

22MP48A 22MP48D

23MP48D

23MP48HQ

24MP48HQ

27MP48HQ

22MP48HQ

1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

You can choose the input signal.

• When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal (D-SUB/DVI-D/

HDMI) you want.

• When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is

D-SUB.

EXIT

EXIT the OSD(On Screen Display).

Turns the power on or off.

Power Indicator The power indicator stays white if the display is running properly (On

Mode). If the display is in Sleep Mode, the power indicator blinks white.

Customizing Settings

Menu Settings

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Press

1

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼

2

MENU

to display the

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

Menu

OSD.

buttons.

Select the "

3

Next Menu

" button to enter the more

option settings.

Select

4

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 ● ● ●

Contrast ● ● ●

Response Time

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Wide/Original

Reset

● ●

● ● ●

To adjust the brightness, contrast of the screen.

You can set a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use 'Off'. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use 'High'.

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.

Restore all factory default settings. Press the immediately.

◄

, ►

buttons to reset

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Menu > Next Menu Analog Digital HDMI Description

Picture Sharpness ● ● ●

Black Level

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Overscan

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Color Gamma

Color Temp

Six Color

Color Reset

Display Horizontal

Vertical

Clock

Phase

Audio

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Others Language

Volume ●

Power Indicator

Automatic Standby

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Resolution ●

● ● ●

●

● ● ●

To adjust the clearness of the screen

●

To set offset level

To improve the clarity and stability of the

●

screen

To customize the color of the screen

To adjust the position of the screen

To improve the clarity and stability of the screen

To adjust the volume

To customize the screen status for a user's operating environment

Analog:

y

Digital:

y

HDMI:

y

D-SUB(Analog signal) input.

DVI-D(Digital signal) input.

HDMI(Digital signal) input.

Picture

Press

1

to display the

MENU

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

Menu

OSD.

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Select the "

2

Next Menu

" button to enter the more

option settings.

Enter to

3

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼

4

Picture

by pressing the ▼ button.

buttons.

Select

5

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

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Overscan

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Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).

Offset

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High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen.

Low Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the

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.

: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the moni-

tor can display.

current contrast ratio of the screen.

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Color

Press

1

MENU

to display the

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

Menu

OSD.

Select the "

2

Next Menu

" button to enter the more

option settings.

Select

3

Enter to

4

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼

5

Color

by pressing the ► button.

Color

by pressing the ▼ button.

buttons.

Select

6

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, Off on

Color Temp Custom

Six Color Sets and stores the hue and saturation for six colors(Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/

Color Reset Resets the color settings to the factory default settings for the current input

the monitor, high gamma values display blackish images and low gamma values display whitish images. If user don't want adjusted gamma, user can select Gamma off.

• Red:

Set your own red color levels.

• Green:

• Blue:

Select the screen color.

Warm: Medium: Cool:

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

device.

Set your own green color levels.

Set your own blue color levels.

Set the screen to warm color temperature (more red).

Set the screen to medium color temperature.

Set the screen to cool color temperature (more blue).

the color sharpness weaker and colors lighter while higher values make the color sharpness stronger and colors dark.

Display

Press

1

to display the

MENU

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

Menu

OSD.

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Select the "

2

option settings.

Select

3

Enter to

4

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼

5

buttons.

Select

6

To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.

Each option is explained below.

Menu > Next Menu > Display Description

Horizontal To move image left and right.

Vertical To move image up and down.

Clock To minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background.The

Phase To adjust the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove any horizontal

Next Menu

Display

EXIT

by pressing the ► button.

Display

to leave the OSD menu.

" button to enter the more

by pressing the ▼ button.

horizontal screen size will also change.

noise and clear or sharpen the image of characters.

Audio

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Press

1

Select the "

2

Select

3

Enter to

4

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons.

5

Select

6

Each option is explained below.

Volume To adjust the volume of headphone/earphone.(Only for HDMI input)

MENU

button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display

Menu

the

settings.

To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.

Menu > Next Menu > Audio Description

OSD.

Next Menu

Audio

by pressing the ► button.

Volume

EXIT

to leave the OSD menu.

" button to enter the more option

by pressing the ▼ button.

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Others

Press

1

MENU

to display the

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

Menu

OSD.

Select the "

2

option settings.

Select

3

Enter to

4

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼

5

buttons.

Select

6

To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.

Each option is explained below.

Menu > Next Menu > Others Description

Language To choose the language in which the control names are displayed.

Power Indicator Use this function to set the power indicator on the bottom side of the monitor to On

Automatic Standby

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Resolution User can set the desired resolution. The function is enabled only when the screen

Next Menu

Others

by pressing the ► button.

Others

EXIT

to leave the OSD menu.

" button to enter the more

by pressing the ▼ button.

or Off.If you set Off, it will go off. If you set On at any time, the power indicator will automatically be turned on.

The monitor will automatically switch to standby mode after a certain period.

resolution on your computer is set to the following, except that the PC output wrong resolution (D-SUB only).

Off, 1024x768, 1280x768, 1360x768, 1366x768

Off, 1280x960, 1600x900

Off, 1440x900, 1600x900

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FUNC. Setting

SMART ENERGY SAVING

Press

1

Enter to

2

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons.

3

Select

4

Each option is explained below.

SMART ENERGY SAVING Description

High

Low

Off Disables SMART ENERGY SAVING .

SMART ENERGY SAVING:

*

FUNC.

display the

button.

upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow

( ) button.

button on the bottom of the Monitor set to

FUNC.

OSD.

SMART ENERGY SAVING

EXIT

to leave the OSD menu.To return to the

Enables SMART ENERGY SAVING you can save energy with this energy- high efficient function.

Enables SMART ENERGY SAVING you can save energy with this energy- low efficient function.

Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm.

by pressing the ▼

NOTE

Saving Data depends on the Panel. So,those values should be different from each panel and panel

y

vendor.If option of SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, monitor luminance become higher or lower depend on source. If option of SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, Picture Mode will automatically be Custom and

y

Reader Mode and Color Weakness will automatically be Off.

Picture Mode

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Press

1

Select

2

Enter to

3

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons.

4

Select

5

Each option is explained below.

Custom It is a mode that the user can adjust each element. It can adjust the color mode of the Main Menu.

Text It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the textworks.

Photo It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view pictures.

Cinema It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos.

Game It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to play a game.

FUNC.

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

to display the

upper menu or set other menu items, use the up

arrow( )button.

Picture Mode Description

FUNC.

OSD.

Picture Mode

EXIT

to leave the OSD menu.To return to the

by pressing the ► button.

by pressing the ▼ button.

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Picture Mode Description

Custom It is a mode that the user can adjust each element. It can adjust the color mode of the Main Menu.

Vivid 1 Adjusts the video image for the retail environment by enhancing the contrast, brightness, Colour,

Vivid 2

Standard Adjusts the image for the normal environment.

Cinema It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos.

and sharpness.

NOTE

If option of Picture Mode is non-Custom , Reader Mode, SMART ENERGY SAVING and Color

Weakness will automatically be Off.

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Color Weakness

Press

1

FUNC.

to display the

button on the bottom of the Monitor set

FUNC.

OSD.

Select

2

Enter to

3

Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons.

4

Select

5

Each option is explained below.

Off

On This mode is for users who cannot distinguish between red and green. It enables

Color Weakness

EXIT

to leave the OSD menu.To return to the

upper menu or set other menu items, use the up

arrow ( ) button.

Color Weakness Description

by pressing the ► button.

by pressing the ▼ button.

It is a mode that Color Weakness mode is off.

users with color weakness to easily distinguish between the two colors.

NOTE

This is subsidiary for color weakness user. Therefore if you feel uncomfortable with the screen, please

y

turn off this function. This function can’t distinguish some colors in some images.

y

If option of Color Weakness is not Off , Reader Mode and SMART ENERGY SAVING will be Off and

y

Picture Mode will automatically be Custom.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Check the following before calling for service.

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 "NO SIGNAL" message on the screen?

Do you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen?

Do you see “OSD LOCKED” when you push MENU button?

yCheck and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power

outlet.

yPress the Power button.

yIf the display is in power saving mode, try moving the mouse or

pressing any key on the keyboard to bring up the screen.

yTry to turn on the PC.

yThis message appears when the signal from the PC (video card) is

out of horizontal or vertical frequency range of the display. See the 'Specifications' section of this manual and configure your display again.

yAfter the monitor is on "NO SIGNAL", the monitor goes to DPM mode. yThis is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the

monitor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and reconnect it.

yYou can secure the current control settings, so that they cannot be

inadvertently changed. You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing the MENU button for several seconds: the message “OSD UNLOCKED” will appear.

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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.

yPress the

AUTO

button to automatically adjust your display image to

the ideal setting.

yPress the

AUTO

button to automatically adjust your display image to

the ideal setting.

yPress the

AUTO

button to automatically adjust your display image to

the ideal setting.

yCheck

Control Panel ► Display ► Settings

and adjust the display to the recommended resolution or adjust the display image to the ideal setting. Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true color).

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CAUTION

Control Panel ► Display ► Settings

Check

y

changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the recommend resolution. If the recommended resolution (optimal resolution) is not selected, letters may be blurred and the

y

screen may be dimmed, truncated or biased. Make sure to select the recommend resolution. The setting method can differ by computer and O/S (Operation System), and resolution mentioned

y

above may not be supported by the video card performance. In this case, please ask to the computer or the video card manufacturer.

Display image is incorrect

The screen color is mono or abnormal.

The screen blinks.

yCheck if the signal cable is properly connected and use a screwdriver

to fasten if necessary. yMake sure the video card is properly inserted in the slot. ySet the color setting higher than 24 bits (true color) at

► Settings

yCheck if the screen is set to interlace mode and if yes, change it to the

recommend resolution.

and see if the frequency or the resolution were

Control Panel

.

Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message?

Have you installed the display driver?

22MP48HQ 23MP48HQ 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ

The screen is flickering.

Did you select the recommended resolution?

yBe sure to install the display driver from our web site:

lg.com

.

yMake sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function.

yIf the selected resolution is HDMI

be flickering. Change the resolution to the recommended resolution

1080P

.

1080i

60/50 Hz, the screen may

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SPECIFICATIONS

20MP48A

Display Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Panel,Anti-Glare coating

Pixel Pitch 0.2907 mm x 0.2915 mm (Pixel Pitch)

Resolution Max 1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz

Recommend VESA 1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz

Power Consumption(Typ.)

Power Input 19 V 0.8 A

AC-DC Adapter

Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

Weight 2.1 kg

Tilt Range -5° to 20°

Environmental conditions

On Mode : 18.7 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)*

Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W

Type ADS-18SG-19-3 19016G, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-18FSG-19 19016GPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-18FSG-19 19016GPG, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-18FSG-19 19016GPCU, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-18FSG-19 19016GPB, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type LCAP42, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP43-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP36-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP36-A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP36-U, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type DA-16C19, manufactured by Asian Power Devices Inc. or Type WA-16E19FK, manufactured by Asian Power Devices Inc. or Type WA-16E19FS, manufactured by Asian Power Devices Inc.

OUTPUT:

Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPI-1,manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type LCAP26-I,manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE

OUTPUT:

19 V 0.84 A

19 V 1.3 A

With Stand 441.9 mm x 376.3 mm x 187.4 mm

Without Stand 441.9 mm x 297.4 mm x 59.8 mm

Operating Temperature Operating Humidity

Storage Temperature Storage Humidity

0°C to 40 °C

≤ 80%

-20°C to 60 °C

≤ 85%

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Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic)

30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic)

Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

Synchronization Separate Sync.

Digital

Input Connector 15 pin D-SUB Connector

DVI-D Connector (Digital)

HDMI Connector

20MP48A

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SPECIFICATIONS

22MP48A 22MP48D 22MP48HQ

Display Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Panel,Anti-Glare coating

Pixel Pitch 0.248 mm x 0.248 mm (Pixel Pitch)

Resolution Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Power Consumption(Typ.)

Power Input 19 V 1.2 A

AC-DC Adapter

Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

Weight 2.7 kg

Tilt Range -5° to 20°

Environmental conditions

On Mode : 25.3 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)*

Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W

Type ADS-40SG-19-3 19025G, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPB-2, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-25FSG-19 19025EPCU-1L, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type LCAP21, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-I, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-B, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP51 , manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type PA-1021-23,manufactured by Lite-On Technology Corporation.

OUTPUT:

19 V 1.3 A

With Stand 508.4 mm x 387.6 mm x 187.4 mm

Without Stand 508.4 mm x 313.1 mm x 57.3 mm

Operating Temperature Operating Humidity

Storage Temperature Storage Humidity

0°C to 40 °C

≤ 80%

-20°C to 60 °C

≤ 85%

ENGLISH

ENG

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Video Signal

Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz

(Automatic)

30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic)

Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

Synchronization Separate Sync.

Digital

Input Connector 15 pin D-SUB Connector

DVI-D Connector (Digital)

HDMI Connector

22MP48A 22MP48D 22MP48HQ

● ● ●

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● ●

● ● ●

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SPECIFICATIONS

23MP48D 23MP48HQ

Display Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Panel,Anti-Glare coating

Pixel Pitch 0.265 mm x 0.265 mm (Pixel Pitch)

Resolution Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Power Consumption(Typ.)

Power Input 19 V 1.3 A

AC-DC Adapter

Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

Weight 3.0 kg

Tilt Range -5° to 20°

Environmental conditions

On Mode : 26.4 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)*

Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W

Type ADS-40SG-19-3 19025G, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPB-2, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-25FSG-19 19025EPCU-1L, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type LCAP21, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-I, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-B, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP51, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type PA-1021-23,manufactured by Lite-On Technology Corporation.

OUTPUT:

19 V 1.3 A

With Stand 544.0 mm x 407.5 mm x 187.4 mm

Without Stand 544.0 mm x 333.1 mm x 58.3 mm

Operating Temperature Operating Humidity

Storage Temperature Storage Humidity

0°C to 40 °C

≤ 80%

-20°C to 60 °C

≤ 85%

ENGLISH

ENG

Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. * The power consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard(Full White pattern , Maximum resolution)

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Video Signal

Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic)

30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic)

Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

Synchronization Separate Sync.

Digital

Input Connector 15 pin D-SUB Connector

DVI-D Connector (Digital)

HDMI Connector

23MP48D 23MP48HQ

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SPECIFICATIONS

24MP48HQ

Display Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Panel,Anti-Glare coating

Pixel Pitch 0.2745 mm x 0.2745 mm (Pixel Pitch)

Resolution Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Power Consumption(Typ.)

Power Input 19 V 1.3 A

AC-DC Adapter

Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

Weight 2.8 kg

Tilt Range -5° to 20°

Environmental conditions

On Mode : 27.5 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)*

Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W

Type ADS-40SG-19-3 19025G, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPB-2, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-25FSG-19 19025EPCU-1L, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type LCAP21, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-I, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26-B, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP51, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type PA-1021-23,manufactured by Lite-On Technology Corporation

OUTPUT:

19 V 1.3 A

With Stand 549.9 mm x 409.0 mm x 187.4 mm

Without Stand 549.9 mm x 330.4 mm x 62.5 mm

Operating Temperature Operating Humidity

Storage Temperature Storage Humidity

0°C to 40 °C

≤ 80%

-20°C to 60 °C

≤ 85%

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ENG

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Video Signal

Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic)

30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic)

Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

Synchronization Separate Sync.

Digital

Input Connector 15 pin D-SUB Connector

DVI-D Connector (Digital)

HDMI Connector

24MP48HQ

●

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SPECIFICATIONS

27MP48HQ

Display Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display)

Panel,Anti-Glare coating

Pixel Pitch 0.3114 mm x 0.3114 mm (Pixel Pitch)

Resolution Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Power Consumption(Typ.)

Power Input 19 V 1.6 A

AC-DC Adapter

Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth)

Weight 3.9 kg

Tilt Range -3° to 20°

Environmental conditions

On Mode : 30.8 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)*

Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W

Type ADS-40SG-19-3 19032G, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type ADS-32FSG-19 19032EPCU-1L, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC or Type LCAP21A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26A-A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26A-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26A-I, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP26A-B, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type LCAP51A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE or Type PA-1031-23, manufactured by Lite-On Technology Corporation

OUTPUT:

19 V 1.7 A

With Stand 634.0 mm X 479.7 mm X 211.9 mm

Without Stand 634.0 mm X 381.0 mm X 71.3 mm

Operating Temperature Operating Humidity

Storage Temperature Storage Humidity

0°C to 40 °C

≤ 80%

-20°C to 60 °C

≤ 85%

ENGLISH

ENG

Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. * The power consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard(Full White pattern , Maximum resolution)

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Video Signal

Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic)

30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic)

Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz

Synchronization Separate Sync.

Digital

Input Connector 15 pin D-SUB Connector

DVI-D Connector (Digital)

HDMI Connector

27MP48HQ

●

Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, D-SUB/DVI/HDMI PC)

20MP48A

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Display Modes (Resolution)

720 X 400 31.468 70 -/+

640 x 480 31.469 60 -/-

640 x 480 37.5 75 -/-

800 x 600 37.879 60 +/+

800 x 600 46.875 75 +/+

1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/-

1024 x 768 60.023 75 +/+

1152 x 864 67.5 75 +/+

1280 x 1024 63.981 60 +/+

1440 x 900 55.469 60 +/- Recommend Mode

Horizontal Frequency(kHz)

Vertical Frequency(Hz)

Polarity(H/V)

22MP48A 22MP48D 22MP48HQ 23MP48D 23MP48HQ

24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ

Display Modes (Resolution)

720 x 400 31.468 70 -/+

640 x 480 31.469 60 -/-

640 x 480 37.500 75 -/-

800 x 600 37.879 60 +/+

800 x 600 46.875 75 +/+

1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/-

1024 x 768 60.023 75 +/+

1152 x 864 67.500 75 +/+

1280 x 1024 63.981 60 +/+

1280 x 1024 79.976 75 +/+

1680 x 1050 65.290 60 -/+

1920 x 1080 67.500 60 +/+ Recommend Mode

Horizontal Frequency(kHz)

Vertical Frequency(Hz)

Polarity(H/V)

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HDMI Timing(Video)

22MP48HQ 23MP48HQ 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ

Factory support mode (Preset Mode)

480P 31.50 60 O

576P 31.25 50 O

720P 37.50 50 O

720P 45.00 60 O

1080P 56.25 50 O

1080P 67.50 60

Horizontal Frequency(kHz)

Vertical Frequency(Hz)

Recommend Mode

Indicator

Mode LED Color

On Mode White

Sleep Mode Blinking White

Off Mode Off

HDMI

O

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Trade Name LG

Responsible Party LG Electronics USA, Inc.

Address 1000 Sylvan Ave Englewood Cliffs,

NJ 07632

Telephone (201)266-2215

Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product. Record them below in case you ever need service.

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SERIAL

LG 20MP48A, 24MP48HQ, 27MP48HQ, 22MP48A, 22MP48D User Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CONTENTS

LICENSE

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Unpacking

Parts and buttons

Parts and buttons

Moving and Lifting the Monitor

Setting up the Monitor set

Attaching the Stand Base

Mounting on a table

Using the cable holder

Mounting on a wall

USING THE MONITOR SET

Connecting to a PC

D-SUB connection

DVI-D connection

HDMI connection

Connecting to AV Devices

HDMI connection

Connecting to External Devices

Peripheral device connection

CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS

Customizing Settings

Menu Settings

Picture

Color

Display

Audio

Others

READER Setting

FUNC. Setting

SMART ENERGY SAVING

Picture Mode

Color Weakness

TROUBLESHOOTING

Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, D-SUB/DVI/HDMI PC)

HDMI Timing(Video)

Indicator