OWNER'S MANUAL LED LCD 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. LED LCD MONITOR MODEL 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H 20M38A 20M38D 20M38H 22M38A 22M38D 22M38H 24M38A 24M38D 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ www.lg.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS ENGLISH ENG 3 LICENSE 26 4 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 28 SPECIFICATIONS 38 Preset Modes (Resolution) 5 Parts and buttons 39 Indicator 6 Moving and Lifting the Monitor 7 Setting up the Monitor set 7 - Attaching the Stand Base 40 PROPER POSTURE 8 - Detaching the Stand Base 40 Proper posture for using the Monitor set.
LICENSE 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 3 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ ENG ENGLISH 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH ENG CAUTION y y y y y y y y y y Always use genuine LG components to ensure safety and product performance. y The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of unauthorized components. y It is recommended that use the supplied components. y If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 5 Parts and buttons ENG ENGLISH Power Indicator y yLighting On: Turned on y yLighting Off: Turned off (Power Button) Button (See p.15) Connection panel (See p.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Moving and Lifting the Monitor ENGLISH ENG 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 yy original box or packing material before attempting to move it. Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconyy nect the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the monitor frame yy firmly.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Attaching the Stand Base 1 Attach the Stand Body to the monitor set. 1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface. 2 Use two screws to fix the Stand Body and monitor set. 3 Attach the Stand Base. 4 Tighten the screw to the right with a coin. CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH ENG Detaching the Stand Base 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ 1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side 1 Turn the screw to the left with a coin. 2 Pull out the Stand Base from the Stand Body. down on a flat and cushioned surface. 3 Remove two screws and pull out the Stand Body from the monitor set. 2 19M38A 20M38A 22M38A 19M38D 20M38D 22M38D 24M38A 24M38D 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 1 Pull out the Stand Body and Stand Base from the monitor set.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table 3 Press (Power) button on the bottom switch position on a table. Leave a 100 mm(3.94 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) CAUTION Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric shock may occur. Using the cable holder 2 Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a wall outlet.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using the Kensington security system WARNING ENGLISH ENG 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. 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 http://www.kensington.com .
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 11 Mounting on a wall Wall Mount (A x B) yy A ENG ENGLISH 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. B CAUTION 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.
USING THE MONITOR SET USING THE MONITOR SET ENGLISH ENG Connecting to a PC Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*. yy *Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user intervention. 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.
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to AV Devices 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. 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. NOTE If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility yy problem.
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to External Devices ENGLISH ENG Peripheral device connection Connect peripheral devices to the monitor using headphone ports. Self Image Setting Function Press the power button on the bottom panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the "Self Image Setting" Function is executed automatically. (Only supported in Analog Mode) NOTE NOTE Peripheral devices are sold separately.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 15 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 2 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. 3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. MENU READER FUNC. AUTO INPUT EXIT Monitor set Buttons Button Description Accesses the main menus.(See p.16) OSD Locked/OSD Unlocked This function allow you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Customizing Settings ENGLISH ENG Menu Settings 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 3 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 4 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu > Next Menu Analog Digital Sharpness ● ● HDMI Description ● 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 Black Level 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Overscan 19M38H 20M38H 22M38H 24M38H 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Color Gamma Color Temp Six Color 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ ● ● Color Reset 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Display Horizontal Vertical Clock Phase ● To a
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture ENGLISH ENG 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Enter to Picture by pressing the ▼ button. 4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 5 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 19 Color ENG ENGLISH 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Select Color by pressing the ► button. 4 Enter to Color by pressing the ▼ button. 5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 6 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Display ENGLISH ENG 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Select Display by pressing the ► button. 4 Enter to Display by pressing the ▼ button. 5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 6 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 21 Others ENG ENGLISH 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Select Others by pressing the ► button. 4 Enter to Others by pressing the ▼ button. 5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 6 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS READER Setting ENGLISH ENG 1 Press READER button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Reader Mode OSD. 2 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. Each option is explained below. Reader Mode Description Reader 1 It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the newspaper. If you want screen more bright, you can control brightness in Menu OSD.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 23 FUNC. Setting ENG ENGLISH SMART ENERGY SAVING 1 Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. 2 Enter to SMART ENERGY SAVING by pressing the ▼ button. 3 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 4 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS ENGLISH ENG Picture Mode 1 Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. 2 Select Picture Mode by pressing the ► button. 3 Enter to Picture Mode by pressing the ▼ button. 4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 5 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 25 Color Weakness ENG ENGLISH 1 Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. 2 Select Color Weakness by pressing the ► button. 3 Enter to Color Weakness by pressing the ▼ button. 4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 5 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING ENGLISH ENG 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? y y Check and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power outlet. y y Press the Power button.
TROUBLESHOOTING 27 CAUTION Display image is incorrect The screen color is mono or abnormal. y y Check if the signal cable is properly connected and use a screwdriver to fasten if necessary. y y Make sure the video card is properly inserted in the slot. y y Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true color) at Control Panel ► Settings. The screen blinks. y y Check if the screen is set to interlace mode and if yes, change it to the recommend resolution.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG SPECIFICATIONS 19M38A 19M38D Display Resolution Power consumption (Typ.) Power Input AC-DC Adapter 19M38H Screen Type Pixel Pitch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Anti-Glare coating 0.3 mm x 0.3 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz On Mode : 18 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W 19 V 0.
SPECIFICATIONS Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H ● ● ● ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI) Synchronization Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG SPECIFICATIONS 20M38A 20M38D Display Resolution Power consumption (Typ.) Power Input AC-DC Adapter 20M38H Screen Type Pixel Pitch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Anti-Glare coating 0.271 mm x 0.262 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz On Mode : 18 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W 19 V 0.
SPECIFICATIONS Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) 20M38A 20M38D 20M38H ● ● ● ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI) Synchronization Input Connector ● Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG 22M38A 22M38D Display Resolution Power consumption (Typ.) Power Input AC-DC Adapter 22M38H Screen Type Pixel Pitch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Anti-Glare coating 0.248 mm x 0.248 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz On Mode : 18.8 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W 19 V 1.2 A Or 19 V 0.
SPECIFICATIONS Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) 22M38A 22M38D 22M38H ● ● ● ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI) Synchronization Input Connector ● Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG SPECIFICATIONS 24M38A 24M38D Display Resolution Power consumption (Typ.) Power Input AC-DC Adapter 24M38H Screen Type Pixel Pitch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Anti-Glare coating 0.272 mm x 0.272 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz On Mode : 27.5 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W 19 V 1.
SPECIFICATIONS Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) 24M38A 24M38D 24M38H ● ● ● ● ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI) Synchronization Input Connector ● Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG SPECIFICATIONS 27MP38HQ 27MP38VQ Display Resolution Power consumption (Typ.) Power Input AC-DC Adapter Screen Type Pixel Pitch TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel Anti-Glare coating 0.311 mm x 0.311 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz On Mode : 31.13 W Typ.(Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W 19 V 1.
SPECIFICATIONS Input Connector 27MP38HQ 27MP38VQ Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) ● ● Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 75 Hz (D-SUB) ● ● 56 Hz to 75 Hz (DVI-D) 56 Hz to 75 Hz (HDMI) Synchronization Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS Preset Modes (Resolution) ENGLISH ENG D-SUB/DVI-D Timing 19M38A 19M38D 19M38H Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) 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 +/+ 832 x 624 49.725 75 -/- 1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/- 1366 x 768 47.
SPECIFICATIONS 39 HDMI Timing ENG ENGLISH 19M38H 20M38H Factory support mode (Preset Mode) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) 480P 31.50 60 O 576P 31.25 50 O 720P 37.50 50 O 720P 45.00 60 O 22M38H 24M38H HDMI 27MP38VQ 27MP38HQ Factory support mode (Preset Mode) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) 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.
PROPER POSTURE ENGLISH ENG PROPER POSTURE Proper posture for using the Monitor set. Adjust the Monitor set and your posture to allow you to view images at the optimal viewing angle. Place your hands gently on the keyboard, keeping your arms bent at the elbows and horizontally outright. Adjust the location of the Monitor set to avoid it reflecting light.
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