LG 27MP68VQ-P Owner's manual
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IPS LED MONITOR MODEL
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and
retain it for future reference.
Owner's Manual
IPS LED MONITOR
(LED MONITOR*)
*LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting.
22MP68VQ
23MP68VQ
24MP68VQ
27MP68VQ
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CONTENTS
LICENSE ---------------------------- 3
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING - 4
- Unpacking -------------------------------------- 4
- Supported Drivers and Software -------------- 5
- Parts and buttons ----------------------------- 6
- Moving and Lifting the Monitor --------------- 8
- Setting up the Monitor set ------------------- 9
USING THE MONITOR SET ------ 14
- Connecting to a PC ---------------------------14
- Connecting to AV Devices --------------------15
- Connecting to External Devices --------------16
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS ------ 17
- Customizing settings ------------------------- 18
Menu Settings
-Quick Settings
-Picture
-General
-Auto Configuration
-Reset
TROUBLESHOOTING ------------ 25
SPECIFICATIONS ---------------- 27
- Preset Modes (Resolution) -------------------31
- Indicator ---------------------------------------31
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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.
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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22MP67HQ 23MP67HQ 24MP67HQ 27MP67HQ
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
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.
y
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
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 of product
functions.
CAUTION
NOTE
CD(Owner's Manual) /
Card
( Depending on the country )
( Depending on the country )
Power Cord
AC-DC Adapter
AC-DC Adapter
or
D-SUB Cable
( This cable is not included in all
countries. )
DVI-D Cable
( This cable is not included in all
countries. )
Stand Body
Stand Base
HDMI Cable
( This cable is not included in
all countries. )
Cable Holder
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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.
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Required and Recommended: You can download and install the latest version from the enclosed CD or from the
LGE website
(www.lg.com)
.
Drivers and Software Installation Priority
22MP68VQ , 23MP68VQ
24MP68VQ , 27MP68VQ
Monitor Driver Recommended O
OnScreen Control Recommended O
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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 with your finger.
Basic Functions
Power on
Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the
monitor.
Power off Press and hold the joystick button once with your finger to turn off the monitor.
◄/►
Volume
Control
You can control the volume by moving the joystick button left/right.
Parts and buttons
Joystick Button/
Power Indicator
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On : power is on
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Off : power is off
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The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor.
NOTE
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Parts and buttons
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.
y
As far as possible, avoid touching the monitor screen.
This may result in damage to the screen or some of
the pixels used to create images.
y
It is advisable to place the monitor in the original box
or packing material before attempting to move it.
y
Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconnect the
power cord and all cables.
y
Hold the top and bottom of the monitor frame firmly.
Do not hold the panel itself.
y
When holding the monitor, the screen should face
away from you to prevent it being scratched.
y
When moving the monitor, avoid any strong shock or
vibrations to the product.
y
When moving the monitor, keep it upright, never turn
the monitor on its side or tilt it sideways.
CAUTION
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If you use the monitor panel without the stand base,
its joystick 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
button to malfunction.
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Setting up the Monitor set
Attaching the Stand Base
Detaching the Stand Base
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Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Body
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To protect the screen from scratches, cover the
surface with a soft cloth.
CAUTION
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* If it is difficult to remove, you can push the Latch with
a small flat-head screw driver or a flat-headed tool and
disassemble as shown below.
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Stand Base
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Illustrations in this document represent typical
procedures, so they may look different from the actual
product.
y
Do not carry the monitor upside down by just holding
the stand base. This may cause the monitor to fall off
the stand and could result in personal injury.
y
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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If you use the monitor panel without the stand base,
its joystick button may cause the moni-tor to become
unstable and fall, resulting in damage to the monitor
or human injury. In addition, this may cause the joystick
button to malfunction.
Mounting on a table
1
Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright position on a
table.
Leave a 100 mm (minimum) space from the wall for
proper ventilation.
2
Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a wall
outlet.
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
or
CAUTION
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Using the cable holder
3
Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor
to turn on the monitor.
Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to
another location. Otherwise electric shock may occur.
CAUTION
Cable holder
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.
WARNING
Tilt from +15 to -2 degrees up or down to adjust the
angle of the Monitor set to suit your view.
NOTE
Front Rear
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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
http://www.kensington.com
.
Connect the Kensington security system cable between the
Monitor set and a table.
The Kensington security system is optional. You can
obtain it from most electronics stores.
NOTE
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To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting bracket
(optional) to the back of the monitor.
Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely fixed to
the monitor and to the wall.
1 If you use screw longer than standard, the monitor 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.
Installing to a wall
Install the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall
and leave about 100 mm of space at each side of the
monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed instal-
lation instructions can be obtained from your local retail
store. Please refer to the manual to install and set up a
tilting wall mounting bracket.
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Unplug the power cord before moving or installing
the monitor to avoid electric shocks.
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Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted
wall may result in the monitor falling off, which
could lead to injury. Please use the genuine LG wall
mounting bracket. For more information, contact
your local retail store or a qualified installer.
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Applying excessive force when fastening screws may
cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this
way will not be covered by the product warranty.
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Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that
conform to the VESA standard. Damage caused by
the use or misuse of inappropriate components will
not be covered by the product warranty.
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Screw length from outer surface of back cover should
be under 8mm.
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Use the screws specified by the VESA standard.
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The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and
all necessary parts.
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The wall mounting bracket is optional. The accessories
can be purchased at your local retail store.
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The length of the screw may differ for each wall
mounting bracket. Ensure the correct length screw is
used.
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For more information, please refer to the user manual
for the wall mounting bracket.
CAUTION
NOTE
Wall mount Pad
Wall mount Pad
Back Cover
Back Cover
Standard screw:
Max.8mm
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Wall Mount (A x B)
A
B
Model
22MP68VQ
23MP68VQ
24MP68VQ
27MP68VQ
Wall Mount (A x B) 75 x 75 100 x 100
Standard screw M4 x L10
Number of screws 4
Wall Mount Plate
(Optional)
LSW140B
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
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USING THE MONITOR SET
Connecting to a PC
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Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*.
*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.
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Mac adapter
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.
y
When using a D-Sub signal input cable connector for
Macintosh
NOTE
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.
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.
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If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem.
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Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. If
you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may
not display or a connection error may occur.
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Recommended HDMI cable types
- High-Speed HDMI®/
TM
Cable
- High-Speed HDMI®/
TM
Cable with Ethernet
NOTE
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When you want to use two PC in our Monitor, please
connect the signal cable(D-SUB/DVI-D/HDMI)
respectively in Monitor set.
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If you turn the Monitor set on while it is cold, the
screen may flicker. This is normal.
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Some red, green, or blue spots may appear on the
screen. This is normal.
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Connect the signal input cable and
tighten it by turning the screws
clockwise.
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Do not press the screen with
your finger for a long time as this may result in
temporary distortion on the screen.
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Avoid displaying a fixed image on the screen for a
long period of time to prevent image burn. Use a
screensaver if possible.
CAUTION
NOTE
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 il-
lustrated below.
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If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem.
y
Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. If
you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may
not display or a connection error may occur.
y
Recommended HDMI cable types
- High-Speed HDMI
®
/
TM
Cable
- High-Speed HDMI
®
/
TM
Cable with Ethernet
NOTE
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Connecting to External Devices
Peripheral device connection
Connect peripheral devices to the monitor using headphone
ports.
y
Peripheral devices are sold separately.
y
Cables with angled plugs may have clearance issues,
use straight plugs when possible.
Angle Type Straight Type
NOTE
NOTE
y
Headphones or speakers may not work normally,
depending on the server PC settings.
(sold separately)
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
Activating the Main Menu
Picture Mode
Joystick Button
Picture Mode
1
Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor.
2
Move the joystick up/down (
▲
/
▼
) and left/right(
◄/►
) to set the options.
3
Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu.
Main Menu Description
Menu Configures the screen settings.
Picture Mode Select picture mode to achieve the best display effect.
Input
You can operate the change of input sig nals.
• When two input signals over are con nected and select the input
menu, input signal(D-SUB/DVI-D/HDMI) will be changed sequentially.
• When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The
default setting is D-SUB.
Monitor off Turns off the monitor.
Exit Exits the main menu.
Main Menu Features
Button Menu Status Description
Picture Mode
Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Main menu enabled
Exits the main menu.
(Holding down the button to turn off the monitor. You can turn off the monitor
this way at any time, including when the OSD is on.)
Picture Mode
◄
Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor volume level.
Main menu enabled Enters the menu features.
►
Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor volume level.
Main menu enabled Enters the input feature.
Picture Mode
▲
Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Main menu enabled Enters the Picture Mode feature.
▼
Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Main menu enabled Turns off the monitor.
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Each option is described below.
Customizing settings
Menu Settings
-Quick Settings
1
To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the
bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu.
2
Go to Quick Settings >
Brightness
by moving the joystick.
3
Configure the options following the instructions that ap-
pear in the bottom right corner.
4
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items,
move the joystick to
◄
or pressing ( / OK) it.
5
If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to
◄
until you exit.
Menu > Quick Settings Description
Brightness
Adjusts the color contrast and brightness of the screen.
Contrast
Volume Adjusts the volume.
NOTE
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You can adjust Mute/ Unmute by moving the joystick button to
▼
in
the Volume menu.
Ratio Adjusts the screen ratio.
Wide Displays the video in wide-screen, regardless of the video signal input.
Original Displays a video according to the input video signal aspect ratio.
SMART ENERGY
SAVING
High Enables SMART ENERGY SAVING you can save energy with this energy- high efficient func-
tion.
Low Enables SMART ENERGY SAVING you can save energy with this energy- low efficient func-
tion.
Off Disables SMART ENERGY SAVING .
NOTE
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The display may look the same for Wide, Original options at the recommended resolution (1920 x 1080).
y
The ratio is disabled in the interlaced signal.
Do you want to Auto Confuguration?
* SMART ENERGY SAVING : Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm.
y
Saving Data depends on the Panel. So,those values should be different from each panel and panel vendor.If option of
SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, monitor luminance become higher or lower depend on source.
NOTE
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Each option is described below.
-Picture
1
To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bot-
tom of the monitor and then enter the Menu.
2
Go to
Picture
by moving the joystick.
3
Configure the options following the instructions that appear in
the bottom right corner.
4
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the
joystick to
◄
or pressing ( / OK) it.
5
If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to
◄
until
you exit.
Menu > Picture Description
Picture Mode Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. The color mode of the main menu can be adjusted.
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.
Reader 2 It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the cartoon. If you want screen more bright, you
can control brightness in Menu OSD.
Photo Optimizes the screen to view photos.
Cinema Optimizes the screen to improve the visual effects of a video.
Color
Weakness
This mode is for users who cannot distinguish between red and green.It enables users with color weak-
ness to easily distinguish between the two colors.
Game Optimizes the screen for gameplay.
Do you want to Auto Confuguration?
NOTE
y
This is subsidiary for color weakness user. Therefore if you feel uncomfortable with the screen, please turn off this
function.
y
This function can’t distinguish some colors in some images.
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Picture Adjust SUPER RESOLUTION+ High Optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants crystal
clear images. It is effective forhigh quality video or game.
Middle The optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants images
between low and highmodes for comfortable viewing. It is effective
for UCC or SD video.
Low The optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants smooth
and natural images. It iseffective for slow-moving pictures or still
images.
Off Select this option for everyday viewing. SUPER RESOLUTION+ is
turned off in this mode.
Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.
Black Level Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).
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Offset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color
the monitor can display.
High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen.
Low Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the
current contrast ratio of the screen.
Response Time Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For
a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Normal. For a fast-moving
picture, it is recommended that you use High.
Setting to High may cause image sticking.
High Sets the response time to High.
Middle Sets the response time to Middle.
Low Sets the response time to Low.
Off Sets the response time to Off.
Overscan On 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.
Off Disables the Overscan feature.
DFC On Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
Off Disables the DFC feature.
Black Stabilizer Black Stabilizer
: You can control the black contrast to have better visibility in dark scenes.
Increasing the Black Stabilizer value brightens the low gray level area on the screen.
(You can easily distinguish objects on dark game screens.)
Reducing the Black Stabilizer value darkens the low gray level area and increases the
dynamic contrast on the screen.
FreeSync Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the
input signal with that of the output signal.
NOTE
y
To use the FreeSync feature, a graphic card that supports FreeSync is
necessary.
y
Supported Interface: HDMI
y
For more information, refer to AMD website at http://www.amd.com/FreeSync
On FreeSync function on.
Off FreeSync function off.
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