LG 32GK850G-B User Manual

* LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED

backlights.

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

32GK850G

OWNER’S MANUAL

LG Gaming Monitor

(LED Monitor*)

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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LICENSE .......................................3

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4

- Product Composition .................................................. 4

- Supported Drivers and Software ......................... 5

- Product and Button Description...........................6

How to Use the Joystick Button

How to Use the Lighting Button

Input Connector

- Moving and Lifting the Monitor............................ 8

- Installing the Monitor ............................................ 10

Assembling the Stand

Installing on a Table

Adjusting the Stand Height

Adjusting the Angle

Pivot Feature

Tidying up Cables

Using the Kensington Lock

Detaching the Stand Body

Installing the Wall Mount Plate

Installing on the Wall

USING THE MONITOR .............. 21

- Connecting to a PC................................................... 21

HDMI Connection

DisplayPort Connection

- Connecting AV Devices ...........................................23

HDMI Connection

- Connecting Peripherals...........................................23

USB Cable connection

Connecting Headphones

- Service only port ........................................................25

USER SETTINGS ....................... 26

- Activating the Main Menu .................................... 26

Main Menu Features

- User Settings ............................................................... 28

Menu Settings

Game Mode

Game Adjust

Picture Adjust

Input

General

TROUBLESHOOTING ................ 37

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ...... 40

- Factory Support Mode............................................ 42

- G-SYNC Monitor ........................................................ 43

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 Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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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 /

Guides) / Cards

HDMI Cable Stand Body Stand Base Cable Holder Mouse Holder

Power cord AC/DC Adapter USB 3.0 Cable DisplayPort Cable

CAUTION

• Always use genuine LG components to ensure safety and product performance.

• The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of

unauthorized 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

• The components may look different from those illustrated here.

• Without prior notice, all product information and specifications contained in this

manual are subject to change to improve the performance of the product.

• To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or an online shopping

site, or contact the retailer from which you purchased the product.

• The power cord provided may differ depending upon the region.

Supported Drivers and Software

Check the drivers and software supported by your product and refer to the manuals on the CD enclosed in the product package.

Drivers and Software Installation Priority 32GK850G

Monitor Driver Recommended O

ASM Driver Required X

OnScreen Control Recommended O

Dual Controller Optional X

True Color Pro Optional X

• Required and Recommended: You can download and install the latest version from

the enclosed CD or from the LGE website (www.lg.com).

• Optional: You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website

(www.lg.com).

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Product and Button Description

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Joystick Button / Power LED

• On: Power on

• Off: Power off

Lighting

Lighting Button

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/up/down with your finger.

Basic Functions

Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the monitor.

Press and hold the joystick button once more than 5 seconds with your finger to turn off the monitor.

You can control the volume by moving the joystick button left/right.

You can control the screen’s brightness by moving the joystick button up/down.

Power on

Power off

Volume control

Controls screen brightness

How to Use the Lighting Button

You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the lighting button or moving it left/right with your finger.

Basic Functions

When Lighting is Off When Lighting is On

Press the lighting button once with your finger to turn on the lighting on the back of the monitor.

Press and hold the lighting button once with your finger to turn on the lighting on the back of the monitor.

Not functional You can control the

NOTE

• The joystick and lighting button are located at the bottom of the monitor.

• The Lighting function for the back of the monitor is available even when the monitor

is in power saving mode or when its screen is off.

Pressing the lighting button enables you to change the lights on the back of the monitor to eight different colors.

Press and hold the lighting button once with your finger to turn off the lighting on the back of the monitor.

lighting brightness by moving the lighting button left/right.

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Input Connector

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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.

• Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to

move it.

• Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconnect the power cord and all other

cables.

• Hold the bottom and side of the monitor frame firmly. Do not hold the panel itself.

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SERVICE ONLY

• When holding the monitor, the screen should face away from you to prevent it

from being scratched.

• When transporting the monitor, do not expose the monitor to shock or excessive

vibration.

• When moving the monitor, keep it upright and never turn the monitor on its side or

tilt it sideways.

CAUTION

• Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible.

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

• If you use the monitor panel without the stand base, its joystick and lighting

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 and lighting button to malfunction.

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Installing the Monitor

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Assembling the Stand

CAUTION

• To protect the screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth.

Stand Attachment Area

Cable Holder

* Assemble the Cable Holder.

Stand Body

Stand Base

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. (Doing so may damage the product.)

• Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the

monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty.

• Do not carry the monitor upside down by just holding the base. This may cause the

monitor to fall off the stand and could result in personal injury.

• When lifting or moving the monitor, do not touch the monitor screen. The force

applied to the monitor screen may cause damage to it.

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Installing on a Table

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1 Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the

monitor at least 100mm (3.9 inches) away from the wall to ensure sufficient

ventilation.

100 mm (3.9 inches)

2 Connect the power adapter to the monitor and then plug the power cord into

the wall outlet.

3 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor to turn on the monitor.

CAUTION

• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of

electric shock.

Cautions When Connecting Power Cord

100-240 V ~

• Make sure to use the power cord that is provided in the product package and

connect it to a grounded power outlet.

• If you need another power cord, please contact your local dealer or the nearest

retail store.

Adjusting the Stand Height

1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. 2 Handle the monitor with both hands for safety.

Max. 110.0 mm (4.3 inches)

WARNING

• When adjusting the screen height, do not place your hand on

the stand body to avoid injury to your fingers.

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Adjusting the Angle

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1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. 2 Adjust the angle of the screen.

The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5° to 15° for a comfortable viewing experience.

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Rear

Front

WARNING

• To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part

of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below.

• Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the

monitor.

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