LG IPS231P-BN manual

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1 Safety Precautions Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product. Failure to follow those warnings may result in death, serious injury or damage to the product or other property. Warning Electrical Power Related Precautions Use only the power cord supplied with the unit or another manufacturer authorized cord. - Failure [...]

2 Safety Precautions Precautions in installing the Product Warning Keep away from heat sources like electrical heaters, curdles or other open flames. - Electrical shock, fire, malfunction or deformation may occur. Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the reach of children. - Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed.[...]

Safety Precautions 3 Precautions in Using/Cleaning the Product Warning Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself. - Fire or electric shock can occur. - Contact the service center for repair. When cleaning the product, unplug the power cord and scrub gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Do not clean with a wet c[...]

4 Safety Precautions NOTE The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 1[...]

5 Accessories !!! Thank for selecting LGE products !!! Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor . If any items are missing, contact your dealer . User's Guide/Cards Power Cord 15-pin D-Sub Signal Cable (To set it up, this signal cable may be attached to this product before shipping out.) DVI-D Signal Cable (This feat[...]

6 Connecting the Display Before setting up the monitor , ensure that the power to the monitor , the computer system, and other attached devices are turned off. Connecting the stand base or Removing the stand base 1 . Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth. 2 . Assemble the Stand Base into the Stand Body. Be sure[...]

7 Connecting the Display IMPORTANT This illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ from the items shown in the picture. Do not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The product may fall and get damaged or injure your foot. 3. Use a coin on the back of the stand base and turn the screw clockwis[...]

8 Connecting the Display Height Range : maximum 4.33 inches (110.0 mm) * Please be sure to remove the Locking pin to adjust the height. 110.0 mm ERGONOMIC I t is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewing position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees. WARNING You do not need to replace t[...]

9 Connecting the Display -The pivot function allows you to rotate the screen 90 degrees clockwise. 1 . Lift the monitor to its highest height to utilize the Pivot function. 2 . Landscape & Portrait : You can rotate the panel 9 0 o clockwise. Please be cautious and avoid contact between the monitor head and the Stand Base when rotating the scree[...]

10 Connecting the Display NOTE ‘ Self Image Setting Function’? 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. ‘AUTO’ Function? When you encounter problems such as blurry scre[...]

11 Control Panel Functions Front Panel Controls MENU Button OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed. Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds. The message "OSD LOCKED" should appear. You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing the [...]

12 Control Panel Functions INPUT Button Use this button to turn the display on or off. Power Button When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal (D-SUB/DVI) you want. When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is D-Sub. (SOURCE Hot key) Exit the OSD(On Screen Display). EXIT Button A[...]

13 On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment Screen Adjustment Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of the display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls. The following section is an outline of the available adjus[...]

14 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment, and setting menus. BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SHARPNESS PICTURE Standard image settings. : D-SUB(Analog signal) input : DVI-D(Digital signal) input Main menu Sub-menu Supported signals Description COLOR Color temperature adjustme[...]

15 bl ue On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment NOTE The order of icons may differ depending on the model (14~22). USER MOVIE TEXT PHOTO sRGB MODE It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos. It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the standard sRGB. It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for t[...]

16 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu. Sub- menus NOTE OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual. Menu Name[...]

17 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description EXIT : Exit : Decrease : Increase : Select another sub-menu : Restart to select sub-menu BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST SHARPNESS To adjust the brightness of the screen. To adjust the contrast of the screen. To adjust the clearness of the screen.[...]

18 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description COLOR TEMP PRESET Select either PRESET or USER to adjust the screen color. Select the preset color temperature. • WARM: Set the screen to warm color temperature . • MEDIUM: Se t t he s c r e e n t o m e d i u m color temperature. • COOL: Set the screen to cool c[...]

19 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description CLOCK PHASE To minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background. The horizontal screen size will also change. To adjust the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the image of characters. HO[...]

20 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. LANGUAGE WHITE BALANCE If the output of the video card is different the required specifications, the color level may deteriorate due to video signal distortion. Using this function, the signal level is a[...]

21 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu. Sub- menus NOTE OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual. Menu Name[...]

22 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description EXIT : Exit , : Move : Select another sub-menu MOVIE It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos. TEXT PHOTO USER sRGB It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the text works. It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the [...]

23 T roubleshooting No image appears Check the following before calling for service. No image appears Do you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen? ● 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?[...]

24 T roubleshooting 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. • Press the AUTO button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal setting. If the results are u[...]

25 Display image is incorrect T roubleshooting ● The screen color is mono or abnormal. ● The screen blinks. • Check if the signal cable is properly connected and use a screwdriver to fasten if necessary. • Make sure the video card is properly inserted in the slot. • Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true color) at Control Panel -[...]

26 Specifications Display Horizontal Freq. 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Freq. 56 Hz to 75 Hz (Automatic) Input Form Separate Sync. Digital Sync Input Signal Input 15 pin D-Sub Connector DVI-D Connector (Digital) Input Form RGB Analog (0.7 Vp-p/ 75 ohm), Digital Video Input Max VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 6 0 H z Recommend VESA 1920x 1080 @60 Hz Res[...]

27 Indicator On Mode Sleep Mode Off Mode LED Color MODE Specifications Preset Modes (Resolution) Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) Vertical Freq. (Hz) *Recommend Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 *12 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080 31.468 3[...]

28 Installing the W all mount plate This monitor satisfies the specifications of the W all mount plate or the interchange device. 1 . After moving the product to face downward, make sure to place it on a soft cloth or a cushion to avoid surface damage. 2 . Separate the head and the stand with the use of a screwdriver.[...]

29 Wall mount plate(Separate purchase) This is stand-type or wall mount type and is connectable with Wall mount plate. Please refer to the installation guide for more details, which is provided when Wall mount plate is purchased. Kensington Security Slot Connected to a locking cable that can be purchased separately at most computer stores. 3. Insta[...]

M a k e s u r e to r e a d t h e Sa f et y P r e c a ut io ns befor e using the product . K e e p t h e O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L ( C D ) i n a n acces sible place f or furture ref erence. The mod el a nd se ria l nu mbe r of the SET is located o n the b ack or one si de of t he SET . Rec ord it below should y ou ever need ser vice. MODEL SERIAL [...]