LG M237WDJ Users manual

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Order Number : GETEC-C1-08-159

Test Report Number : GETEC-E3-08-069 FCC Class B Certification

APPENDIX H

: USER’S MANUAL

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EUT Type: LCD TV/Monitor

FCC ID.: BEJM237WDJ

Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the set.
See the label attached on the back cover and quote
this information to your dealer when you require
service.

OWNER’S MANUAL

M237WD

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PREPARATION

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

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This is a simplified representation of the front panel. The image shown may be somewhat different from your

set.

PROGRAMME
Buttons

VOLUME
Buttons

MENU
Button

ENTER
Button

INPUT
Button

Power
Button

Headphone
Button

INPUT

MENU

VOL CHENTER

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PREPARATION

BACK PANEL INFORMATION

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This is a simplified representation of the back panel. The image shown may be somewhat different from your

set.

2

9

10 11

1

87

12

5

6

3 4

Power Cord Socket

This set operates on AC power. The voltage is indicat­ed on the Specifications page. Never attempt to
operate the set on DC power.

HDMI Input

Connect a HDMI signal to HDMI IN.
Or DVI (VIDEO) signal to HDMI IN with DVI to HDMI
cable.

RGB/DVI Audio Input

Connect the audio from a PC.

Optical Digital Audio Out

Connect digital audio from various types of eguip­ment

RGB INPUT (PC)

Connect the output from a PC.

S-Video Input

Connect S-Video out from an S-VIDEO device.

SERVICE ONLY PORT

DVI-D Input

Connect the output from a PC.

RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT

Connect to the RS-232C port on a PC.

Component Input

Connect a component video/audio device to these
jacks.

Audio/Video Input

Connect audio/video output from an external device
to these jacks.

Antenna Input

Connect over-the-air signals to this jack.

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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

HDMI IN

SERVICE

ONLY

AUDIO IN

(RGB/DVI)

1

2

(CONTROL & SERVICE)

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

RGB IN (PC)

DVI-D IN (PC)

RS-232C IN

COMPONENTINAV-IN

Y

P

B

VIDEO

P

R

L

AUDIO

R

S-VIDEO

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

VIDEO

(MONO)

L

AUDIO

R

3

PREPARATION

STAND INSTALLATION

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The image shown may be somewhat different from your set.

1

2

3

Carefully place the product screen side down on a
cushioned surface that will protect product and
screen from damage.

Insert the

sta nd ba se

into the product

Attach the monitor to the Stand Base by turning
the screw to the right.

* Turn the screw by using the screw handle

Screw

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PREPARATION

DETACHING STAND

1

2

3

Place the set screen side down on a cushion or
soft cloth.

Detach the monitor to the Stand Base by turn­ing the screw to the left.

Turn the screw by using the screw handle

4

Pull the stand base.

5

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The image shown may be somewhat different from your set.

5

PREPARATION

DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on each side and from the wall.

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

WALL MOUNT: HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on each side and from the wall. Detailed installation
instructions are available from your dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and
Setup Guide.

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches 4 inches

4 inches

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PREPARATION

POSITIONING YOUR DISPLAY

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The image shown may be somewhat different from your set.

Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort.

• Til t ra n ge

LOCATION

Position your set so that no bright light or sunlight falls directly onto the screen. Care should be taken not to
expose the set to any unnecessary vibration, moisture, dust or heat. Also, ensure that the set is placed in a posi­tion to allow a free flow of air. Do not cover the ventilation openings on the back cover.
If you intend to mount the set to a wall, attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the set.
When you install the set using the wall mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop.

- Be sure to use screws and a wall mount that meet VESA standards.

- Using screws longer than those recommended might damage the product.

- Using screws that do not meet VESA standards might either damage the product or result in it coming away from
the wall. We will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from failure to follow these instructions.

< Screw Mounting Interface Dimension >

* 75mm x 75mm hole spacing
* Wall mount interface(LG) : RW120

-6°~ -2

°

12°~ 18

°

War nin g:
When adjusting the angle of the

screen,do not put your
finger(s)in between the head of the

monitor and the stand
body.You can hurt your finger(s).

RW120

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PREPARATION

KENSINGTON SECURITY SYSTEM

- The product is equipped with a Kensington Security System connector on the back panel. Connect the
Kensington Security System cable as shown below.

- For detailed installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user’s guide provided with
the Kensington Security System.

For further information, contact

http :// w ww. kens ing t on. com

, the internet homepage of the
Kensington company. Kensington sells security systems for expensive electronic equipment such as note­book PCs and LCD projectors.

NOTE

- The Kensington Security System is an optional accessory.

NOTES
a. If the product feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when it is turned on.

This is normal, there is nothing wrong with product.

b. Some minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots.

However, they have no adverse effect on the monitor's performance.

c. Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time.

Doing so may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.

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PREPARATION

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For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction.

■

An antenna cable and converter are not supplied.

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To prevent equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment.

Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments
(Connect to wall antenna socket)

Single-family Dwellings /Houses
(Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)

Outdoor
Antenna
(VHF, UHF)

Wall
Antenna
Socket

RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)

ANTENNA CONNECTION

Antenna

UHF

VHF

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In poor signal areas, to get better picture quality, install a signal amplifier to the antenna as shown above.

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If signal needs to be split for two TVs, use an antenna signal splitter for connection.

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

Signal
Amplifier

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

Connect the SET-TOP outputs to the

COMPO NENT IN

VID EO

sockets (YP

B PR) on the set.

Connect the audio cable from the SET-TOP to

COM PO-

NEN T IN A UD IO

sockets of the set.

Press the

INP UT

button to select Component.

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3

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HD RECEIVER SETUP

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To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment.

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The image shown may be somewhat different from your set.

When connecting with a component cable

Signal

480i

480p

576p

720p/1080i

1080p

Component

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

HDMI

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

VIDEO

COMPONENT

IN

AUDIO

Y

P

B

P

R

L

R

1

2

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

When connecting with a HDMI

Connect the HDMI output of the digital set-top box to the
HDM I IN

jack on the set.

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Connect the digital set-top box to

HDM I IN

jack on

the set.

Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to
the

AUDI O I N (RGB /DVI )

jack on the set.

Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner’s
manual for the digital set-top box.

)

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3

1

When connecting with a HDMI to DVI cable

HDMI IN

1

2

1

DVI OUTPUT

AUDIO

R

L

AUDIO

IN

(R

G

B/DV

I)

HDMI IN

1

2

1

2

NOTE

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HDMI Input does not support PC mode. If it is connected PC, the screen may not be displayed properly.

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

DVD SETUP

When connecting with a component cable

Component Input ports

To get better picture quality, connect a DVD player to the component input ports as shown below.

Component ports on the set

YPBP

R

Video output ports

on DVD player

Y

Y

Y

Y

P

B

B-Y

Cb

Pb

P

R

R-Y

Cr

Pr

Connect the video output sockets (YPB PR) of the DVD to
the

COMP ONE NT IN V I DEO

sockets (YP

B PR) of the

set.

Connect the audio cable from the DVD to

COM PON ENT

IN AU DI O

sockets of the set.

Press the

INP UT

button to select

Component.

Press the

PL AY

button on the DVD.

The DVD playback picture appears on the screen.

2

3

4

1

VIDEO

COMPONENT

IN

AUDIO

Y

P

B

P

R

L

R

1

2

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

When connecting HDMI cable

Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the
HDM I IN

jack on the set.

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Set can receive the video and audio signal simultaneously by using a HDMI cable.

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If the DVD player does not support Auto HDMI, you need to set the DVD output resolution appropriately.

NOTE

!

HDMI IN

1

2

1

When connecting S-Video

Connect the S-Video output of the DVD to the S-Video in put on the set.

Connect the audio output of the DVD to the AUDIO in put on the set.

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2

VIDEO AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

L

R

AV-IN

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

L

R

1

2

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

VCR SETUP

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To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and set.

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Typically a still picture is shown on the VCR. If a user uses 4:3 picture format for a long time, an afterimage
may remain on the sides of the screen.

OUTPUT
SWITCH

ANT IN

R

S-VIDEO VIDEO

ANT OUT

L

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

Wall Jack

Antenna

1

2

When connecting with an antenna

Connect the RF out socket of the VCR to the aerial socket of the set.

Connect the aerial cable to the RF aerial in socket of the VCR.

Store the VCR channel on a desired programme number using the ‘Manual
programme tuning’ section.

Select the programme number where the VCR channel is stored.

Press the

PLA Y

button on the VCR.

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2

3

4

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

When connecting with a RCA cable

Connect the audio/video out sockets of the VCR to
AUDIO/VIDEO in sockets of the set.

Press the INPUT button to select AV.

Press the PLAY button on the VCR.
The VCR playback picture appears on the screen.

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3

1

When connecting with an S-Video cable

Connect the S-Video socket of the VCR to the S­VIDEO socket of the set.

Connect the audio cable from the S-VIDEO VCR to the
AUDIO sockets of the set.

Press the INPUT button to select AV.

Press the PLAY button on the VCR.
The VCR playback picture appears on the screen.

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3

4

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NOTE

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If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the set.

VIDEO AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

L

R

AV-IN

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

L

R

VIDEO AUDIO

(MONO)

S-VIDEO

L

R

AV-IN

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

L

R

1

2

1

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

PC SETUP

This product provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the set's settings.

When connecting with a D-sub 15 pin cable

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Connect the signal cable from the monitor output socket of
the PERSONAL COMPUTER to the PC input socket of the set.

Connect the audio cable from the PC to the

AUD I O IN

(RGB /DV I)

sockets of the set.

Press the INPUT button to select RGB.

Switch on the PC, and the PC screen appears on the set.
The set can be operated as a PC monitor.

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3

1

RGB OUTPUT

AUDIO

AUDIO IN

(RGB/DVI)

RGB IN (PC)

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2

NOTE

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User must use shielded signal interface cables (D sub 15 pin cable, DVI cable) with ferrite cores to main­tain standard compliance for the product.

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

When connecting with a DVI cable

Connect the DVI output of the PC to the

DVI - D IN

jack on the set.

Connect the audio cable from the PC to the

AUD IO

IN (RG B/DV I)

sockets of the set.

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1

NOTE

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If the set is cold, there may be a small “flicker” when
the set is switched on. This is normal, there is noth­ing wrong with the set.

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If possible, use the 1920x1080@60Hz video mode
to obtain the best image quality for your LCD moni­tor. If used with other resolutions, some scaled or
processed pictures may appear on the screen. The
set has been preadjusted to the mode
1920x1080@60Hz.

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Some dot defects may appear on the screen, like
Red, Green or Blue spots. However, this will have no
impact or effect on the monitor performance.

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Do not press the LCD screen with your finger for a
long time as this may produce some temporary dis­tortion effects on the screen.

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Avoid keeping a fixed image on the set’s screen for
prolonged periods of time. The fixed image may
become permanently imprinted on the screen; use a
screen saver when possible.

AUDIO

DVI OUTPUT

AUDIO IN

(RGB/DVI)

DVI-D IN (PC)

1

2

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BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT

Tie cables together with a cable tie as shown in the
illustration.

Cable tie

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

RGB/DVI[PC]

HDMI[DTV] supported mode

60
60
50
50
60
60
60
60
50
24
24
30
30
50
60
60

31.47

31.5

31.25

37. 5

44.96
45

33.72

33.75

28.125

26.97
23

33.716

33.75

56.25

67. 43

67. 5

Resolution

720x480/60p

720x576/50p

1280x720/60p

1280x720/50p

Horizontal

Frequency(kHz)

Vertical

Frequency(Hz)

1920x1080/60i

1920x1080/50i

1920x1080/24p

1920x1080/30p

1920x1080/50p

1920x1080/60p

Resolution

640x480

800x600

720x 400

10 2 4 x 7 6 8

Horizontal

Frequency(kHz)

Vertical

Frequency(Hz)

70
60
75
60
75
60
75
75
60
75
60
60
60
60

31.468

31.469

37. 500

37. 879

46.875

48.363

60.123

67. 500

63.981

79.976

64.674

65.290

75.000

66.587

12 8 0 x 10 2 4

115 2 x 8 6 4

1680x1050

1920x1080

1600x1200