LG 32MN500M Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync Owner’s Manual

LG 32MN500M Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync

LICENSE
Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license.

HDMI
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION

To obtain the source code that is contained in this product, under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses that have the obligation to disclose source code, and to access all referred license terms, copyright notices, and other relevant documents, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.

LG Electronics will also provide an open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product.

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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 recommended 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.
• 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.

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 on the region.

Supported Drivers and Software

You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com).

Product and Button Description

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

NOTE
The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor.

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.
• 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 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.

Installing on a Table

• Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm (3.94 inches) away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation.

CAUTION

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

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.

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.

Using the Kensington Lock
The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s manual or visit the website at http://www.kensington.com. Connect the monitor to a table using the Kensington security system cable.

NOTE

• The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain optional accessories from most electronics stores.

Installing the Wall Mount Plate
This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices.

NOTE

• The wall mount plate is sold separately.
• For more information on installation, refer to the wall mount plate’s installation guide.
• Be careful not to apply too much force while mounting the wall mount plate as it may cause damage to the screen.
• Remove the stand before installing the monitor on a wall mount by performing the stand attachment in reverse.

Installing on the Wall
Install the monitor at least 100 mm (3.94 inches) away from the wall and leave about 100 mm (3.94 inches) of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed installation instructions can be obtained from your local retail store. Alternatively, please refer to the manual for how to install and set up a tilting wall mounting bracket.

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.

NOTE

• A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non-standard screws.
• The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts.
• The wall mounting bracket is optional. You can obtain optional accessories from your local dealer.
• The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside of the product.
• For more information, please refer to the user manual for the wall mounting bracket.

CAUTION

• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor to avoid electric shock.
• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel.
• 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.
• Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that conform to VESA standards. Damage caused by the use or misuse of inappropriate components will not be covered by the product warranty.
• When measured from the back of the monitor, the length of each installed screw must be 8 mm (0.3 inches) or less.
  

USING THE MONITOR

• Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Press the joystick button, go to Settings Input, and then select the input option.

CAUTION

• Do not press the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image distortion.
• Do not display a still image on the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image retention. Use a PC screensaver if possible.
• When connecting the power cord to the outlet, use a grounded (3-hole) power strip or a grounded power outlet.
• The monitor may flicker when turned on in an area where the temperature is low. This is normal.
• Sometimes red, green, or blue spots may appear on the screen. This is normal.

Connecting to a PC

• This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature.
• Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without having to reconfigure anything or install any manual drivers.

HDMI Connection
Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor.

CAUTION

• Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues.
• 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.
• Recommended HDMI cable types
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable with Ethernet

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.

NOTE

• When using a D-Sub signal input cable connector for Macintosh
• 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.

Connecting AV Devices

HDMI Connection
HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor.

NOTE

• Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues.
• 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.
• Recommended HDMI cable types
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable with Ethernet

Connecting Peripherals

Headphones Connection
Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port.

NOTE

• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones, and speaker functions may be limited.
• If you use angled earphones, it may cause a problem with connecting another external device to the monitor. Therefore, it is recommended to use straight earphones.

USER SETTINGS

NOTE

• Your monitor’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.
• When Beep Guide is activated, pressing the joystick button will take you to Settings right away.

Activating the Main Menu

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 Features

display in D-SUB.

Menu Settings

1. To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter Settings.
2. Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options.
3. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing it.
4. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to until you exit.
   

Customizing settings

Settings > Quick Settings| Description
Brightness|

Adjusts the contrast and brightness of the screen.

Contrast

Volume

| Adjusts the volume.(for HDMI only)
  NOTE

•  You can adjust Mute / Unmute by moving the joystick button to in the Volume menu.

Aspect Ratio

| Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen.
Full Wide| Displays the video in wide-screen, regardless of the video signal input.
Original| Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input.
  NOTE

•  The options may disabled at the recommended resolution (1920 x 1080).

Customizing settings

Settings > Picture| Description

Picture Mode

| Custom| Allows the user to adjust each element. The color mode of the main menu can be adjusted.
Reader| Optimizes the screen for viewing documents. You can brighten the screen in the OSD menu.
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 weakness to easily distinguish between the two colors.
Game| Optimizes the screen for gameplay.

Picture Adjust

| Brightness| Adjusts the contrast and brightness of the screen.
Contrast
Sharpness| Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.

SUPER RESOLUTION+

| Off| Select this option for everyday viewing. SUPER RESOLUTION+ is turned off in this mode.
High| Optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants crystal clear images. It is effective for high quality video or game.
Middle| The optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants images between low and high modes 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 is effective for slow -moving pictures or still images.

Black Level

| Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).

•   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.
DFC| On| Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
Off| Disables the DFC feature.

NOTE

• This is subsidiary for color weakness user. Therefore if you feel uncomfortable with the screen, please turn off this function.
• This function can’t distinguish some colors in some images.

Game Adjust

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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 Fast.

For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use Faster.

Setting to Faster may cause image sticking.

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Faster| Sets the response time to faster.
Fast| Sets the response time to fast.
Normal| Sets the response time to normal.
Off| Does not use the response time improvement feature.

FreeSync

| Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal.

CAUTION

•  Supported Interface: HDMI.

•  Supported Graphic Card : A graphic card that supports AMD’s FreeSync is necessary.

•  Supported Version : Make sure to update the graphic card to the latest driver.

•  For more information and requirement, refer to AMD website at http://www.amd.com/FreeSync

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for 32MN500M/

32MN50W /

32MN60T only

On| FreeSync function on.
Off| FreeSync function off.

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.

Crosshair

| Crosshair provides a mark on the center of the screen for First Person Shooter(FPS) games. Users can select the Crosshair that fits their gaming environment among four different Crosshairs.

•  When the monitor is off or enters energy saving mode, the Crosshair feature is automatically turned off. (for 32MN500M/ 32MN50W / 32MN60T only)

Color Adjust

|

Gamma

| Mode 1, Mode 2,Mode 3| The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes.
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Mode 4| If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Mode 4.

Color Temp

| Selects the factory default picture color.

Custom: The user can adjust it to red, green or blue by customization. Warm: Sets the screen color to a reddish tone.

Medium: Sets the screen color between a red and blue tone.

Cool: Sets the screen color to a bluish tone.

Red/Green/Blue| You can customize the picture color using Red, Green, and Blue colors.

Configuration Adjust (D-SUB only)

| Horizontal| To move image left and right.
Vertical| To move image up and down.
Clock| To minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background.The horizontal screen size will also change.
Phase| To adjust the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the image of characters.

Resolution (D-SUB only)

| User can set the desired resolution.This option is enabled only when the screen resolution on your computer is set to the following(D-SUB only).
  NOTE

The function is enabled only when the screen resolution on your computer is set to the following, except that the PC output wrong resolution.

1024×768, 1280×768, 1360×768, 1366×768,Off
1280×960, 1600×900,Off
1440×900, 1600×900,Off

Picture Reset

| Do you want to reset your settings?
No| Cancel the select.
Yes| Returns to the default settings.
Customizing settings

Settings > General| Description
Language| To choose the language in which the control names are displayed.

SMART ENERGY SAVING

| High| Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART Energy Saving feature.
Low| Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART Energy Saving feature.
Off| Disables the SMART Energy Saving feature.
Automatic Standby| The monitor will automatically switch to standby mode after a certain period.

OSD Lock

| Prevents incorrect key input.
On| Key input is disabled.
  NOTE

•   All function except for the OSD Lock mode, brightness, Contrast, Input, Information and Volume are disabled.

Off| Key input is enabled.
Information| The display information will be shown the Model, Serial Number, Total Power On Time, Resolution.

Reset

| Do you want to reset your settings?
No| Cancel the select.
Yes| Returns to the default settings.

NOTE

• The value of energy saving data may differ depending on panel and panel suppliers.
• If you select the option of SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, monitor luminance become lower or higher depend on source.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Nothing is displayed on the screen.

Is the monitor’s power cord plugged in?| •  Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet.
Is the No Signal message being displayed?| •  This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and reconnect it.
Is the Out of Range message being displayed?| •  This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (graphics card) are out of the horizontal or vertical frequency range of the monitor. Please see the Product Specification section of this manual to set the appropriate frequency.
Screen display is unstable and shaky. / Images displayed on the monitor leave shadow trails.
Did you select the appropriate resolution?| •  If the selected resolution is HDMI 1080i 60/50 Hz (interlaced), the screen may be flickering. Change the resolution to 1080p or the recommended resolution.

•  Not setting the graphics card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen, a truncated display area or misalignment of the display.

•  The setting methods may be different depending on the computer or operating system, and some resolutions may not be available depending on the performance of the graphics card. If this is the case, contact the manufacturer of the computer or graphics card for assistance.

Does image sticking occur even when the monitor is turned off?| •  Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image.

•   To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver.

Are there spots on the screen?| •  When using the monitor, pixilated spots (red, green, blue, white, or black) may appear on the screen. This is normal for an LCD screen. It is not an error, nor is it related to the monitor’s performance.
Some features are disabled.
Are some functions not available when you press the Menu button?| •  The OSD is locked. Disable OSD Lock in General.
Do you see an “Unrecognized monitor, Plug and Play (VESA DDC) monitor found” message?

Have you installed the display driver?| •  Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com.

•  Make sure to check if the graphics card supports Plug and Play function.

No sound from the headphone port.
Are images displayed without sound?| •  Make sure that the headphone port connections are made properly.

•  Try increasing the volume with the joystick.

•  Set the audio output of the PC to the monitor you are using. (The settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.)

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Resolution

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Max Resolution

| 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (D-Sub)

1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (HDMI)-32MN510M

1920 x 1080 @ 75 Hz (HDMI)-32MN500M, 32MN50W, 32MN60T

Recommended Resolution| 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz

Power Sources

| Power Rating| 19 V       1.3 A

Power Consumption

| On mode: 25 W Typ. (Outgoing condition)* Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤ 0.3 W *** Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W

AC/DC adaptor

| Type ADS-40SG-19-3 19025G, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC,

or type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-40FSG-19 19025GPB-2, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC,

or type ADS-25SFA-19-3 19025E, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC,

or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPB-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC,

or type LCAP21, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE, or type LCAP26-A, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE, or type LCAP26-E, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE, or type LCAP26-I, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE, or type LCAP26-B, manufactured by LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE, or type WA-24C19FS, manufactured by Asian Power Devices Inc.,

or type WA-24C19FN, manufactured by Asian Power Devices Inc., or type DA- 24B19, manufactured by Asian Power Devices Inc..

Output: 19 V       1.3 A

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32MN500M

32MN50W

32MN60T

AC/DC adaptor

| Type ADS-25SFA-19-3 19025E, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC,

or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPCU-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPBR-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPI-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPG-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC, or type ADS-25FSF-19 19025EPB-1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC,

or type AD10560LF, manufactured by PI Electronics (H.K.) Ltd., or type AD2139S20, manufactured by PI Electronics (H.K.) Ltd.,

or type AD2139620, manufactured by PI Electronics (H.K.) Ltd.. Output: 19 V 1.3 A

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32MN510M

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Environmental Conditions

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Operating Conditions

| Temperature| 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Humidity| Less than 80 %

Storing Conditions

| Temperature| -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Humidity| Less than 85 %

Dimensions

| Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth)
With Stand| 729.4 x 513.3 x 209.3 (mm)

28.7 x 20.2 x 8.2 (inches)

Without Stand| 729.4 x 430.3 x 45.0 (mm)

28.7 x 16.9 x 1.7 (inches)

Weight (Without Packaging)

| With Stand| 6.6 kg (14.5 lbs)
Without Stand| 6.2 kg (13.6 lbs)

• The specifications are subject to change without notice.
• The symbol means alternating current, and the symbol means direct current.
• The power consumption level can be different by operating conditions and monitor setting.
• The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard (Full White pattern , Maximum resolution).
• The monitor goes to the Sleep Mode in a couple of minutes(Max 5 minutes).

Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, PC)

D-SUB / HDMI

Preset Mode

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Horizontal Frequency (kHz)

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Vertical Frequency (Hz)

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Polarity (H/V)

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Remarks

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640 x 480| 31.469| 59.94| -/-|
640 x 480| 37.5| 75| -/-|
720 x 480| 31.47| 59.94| -/-|
800 x 600| 37.879| 60.317| +/+|
800 x 600| 46.875| 75| +/+|
1024 x 768| 48.363| 60| -/-|
1024 x 768| 60.023| 75.029| +/+|
1280 x 720| 45| 60| +/+|
1280 x 800| 49.702| 59.81| -/+|
1280 x 1024| 63.981| 60.02| +/+|
1280 x 1024| 79.976| 75.025| +/+|
1600 x 900| 60| 60| +/+|
1680 x 1050| 65.29| 59.954| -/+|
1920 x 1080| 67.5| 60| +/+|

1920 x 1080

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83.894

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74.973

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+/-

| (for HDMI only)

(for 32MN500M/ 32MN50W/ 32MN60T

only )

HDMI Timing (Video)

Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode)| ****

Horizontal Frequency (kHz)

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Vertical Frequency (Hz)

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Remarks

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480p| 31.5| 60|
576p| 31.25| 50|
720p| 37.5| 50|
720p| 45| 60|
1080p| 56.25| 50|
1080p| 67.5| 60| Recommend Mode

Beep Guide

Menu| Location| | Menu| Location| | Menu| Location|
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Quick Settings| 1| Picture – Picture Adjust – Brightness| 3 2 1 1 Slider| Picture – Game Adjust – FreeSync – On| 3 3 2 1|
Quick Settings – Brightness| 1 1| Picture – Picture Adjust – Contrast| 3 2 2| Picture – Game Adjust – FreeSync – Off| 3 3 2 2|
Quick Settings – Brightness| 1 1 1 Slider| Picture – Picture Adjust – Contrast| 3 2 2 1 Slider| Picture – Game Adjust – Black Stabilizer| 3 3 3|
Quick Settings – Contrast| 1 2|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Sharpness| 3 2 3| Picture – Game Adjust – Black Stabilizer| 3 3 3 1 Slider|
Quick Settings – Contrast| 1 2 1 Slider|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Sharpness| 3 2 3 1 Slider| Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair| 3 3 4|
Quick Settings – Volume| 1 3|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+| 3 2 4| Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Red Cross| 3 3 4 1|
Quick Settings – Volume| 1 3 1 Slider|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – Off| 3 2 4 1| Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Green Cross| 3 3 4 2|
Input| 2|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – High| 3 2 4 2| Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Red Dot| 3 3 4 3|
Input – Input List| 2 1|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – Middle| 3 2 4 3| Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Green Dot| 3 3 4 4|
Input – Input List – HDMI1| 2 1 1|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Off| 3 3 4 5|
Input – Input List – HDMI2| 2 1 2| Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – Low| 3 2 4 4|
Picture – Color Adjust| 3 4|
Input – Aspect Ratio| 2 2| Picture – Picture Adjust – Black Level| 3 2 5|
Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma| 3 4 1|
Input – Aspect Ratio – Full Wide| 2 2 1| Picture – Picture Adjust – Black Level – High| 3 2 5 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 1| 3 4 1 1|
Input – Aspect Ratio – Original| 2 2 2| Picture – Picture Adjust – Black Level – Low| 3 2 5 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 2| 3 4 1 2|
Picture| 3| Picture – Picture Adjust – DFC| 3 2 6|
Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 3| 3 4 1 3|
Picture – Picture Mode| 3 1| Picture – Picture Adjust – DFC – On| 3 2 6 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 4| 3 4 1 4|
Picture – Picture Mode – Custom| 3 1 1| Picture – Picture Adjust – DFC – Off| 3 2 6 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp| 3 4 2|
Picture – Picture Mode – Reader| 3 1 2| Picture – Game Adjust| 3 3|
Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Custom| 3 4 2 1|
Picture – Picture Mode – Photo| 3 1 3| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time| 3 3 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Warm| 3 4 2 2|
Picture – Picture Mode – Cinema| 3 1 4| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Faster| 3 3 1 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Medium| 3 4 2 3|
Picture – Picture Mode – Color Weakness| 3 1 5| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Fast| 3 3 1 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Cool| 3 4 2 4|
Picture – Picture Mode – Game| 3 1 6| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Normal| 3 3 1 3|
Picture – Color Adjust – Red| 3 4 3|
Picture – Picture Adjust| 3 2| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Off| 3 3 1 4|
Picture – Color Adjust – Red| 3 4 3 1 Slider|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Brightness| 3 2 1| Picture – Game Adjust – FreeSync| 3 3 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Green| 3 4 4|
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Menu| Location| | Menu| Location
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Picture – Color Adjust – Green| 3 4 4 1 Slider| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING| 4 2
Picture – Color Adjust – Blue| 3 4 5| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING – High| 4 2 1
Picture – Color Adjust – Blue| 3 4 5 1 Slider| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING – Low| 4 2 2
Picture – Picture Reset| 3 5| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING – Off| 4 2 3
Picture – Picture Reset – No| 3 5 1| General – Automatic Standby| 4 3
Picture – Picture Reset – Yes| 3 5 2| General – Automatic Standby – 4H| 4 3 1
General| 4| General – Automatic Standby – 6H| 4 3 2
General – Language| 4 1| General – Automatic Standby – 8H| 4 3 3
General – Language – English| 4 1 1| General – Automatic Standby – Off| 4 3 4
General – Language – German| 4 1 2| General – OSD Lock| 4 4
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FAQ’s

What is the AMD FreeSync-enabled LG Full HD IPS Monitor?

Designed for gaming and multimedia use, the LG Full HD IPS display with AMD FreeSync is a top-tier computer display. For slick and tear-free gaming, it has a Full HD (1080p) resolution and AMD FreeSync technology.

What are the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync's major features?

The LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync has several connectivity choices, a Full HD IPS display for accurate and brilliant colours, a quick response time for less motion blur, AMD FreeSync technology for synchronised refresh rates, and a sleek and contemporary design.

How does AMD FreeSync technology work?

The AMD FreeSync technology synchronises the monitor's refresh rate with the graphics card's output. This makes for a better and more immersive visual experience by reducing screen tearing and stuttering when gaming or high- motion video.

What resolution does the AMD FreeSync-enabled LG Full HD IPS Monitor have?

The 1920 x 1080 pixel LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync, also known as Full HD or 1080p, has this resolution. Images at this resolution are clear and detailed.

Is HDR (High Dynamic Range) supported by the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync?

No, HDR is not supported by the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync. Although it is made to provide great colour accuracy and wide viewing angles, it lacks the hardware requirements for HDR content.

How big is the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync's screen?

The LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync's screen size can vary, but it normally falls between 23 and 27 inches across. It strikes a decent balance between desk space and screen space.

Can I use AMD FreeSync to connect more than one device to the LG Full HD IPS Monitor?

Yes, there are often several connectivity choices available for the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync, including HDMI and DisplayPort connectors. This enables simultaneous connection of several devices, including media players, PCs, and gaming consoles.

Are there speakers built into the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync?

The LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync does indeed come with built-in speakers in some variants. For a better audio experience, however, dedicated external speakers or headphones are advised because the audio quality and loudness can fluctuate.

Can I use AMD FreeSync to tilt and raise the LG Full HD IPS Monitor?

Depending on the model, the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync may have different adjusting options. For optimal viewing angles, some monitors allow you to tilt the screen forward or backward using the tilt adjustment feature. However, this monitor model doesn't often include height adjustment.

Is the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync appropriate for color-critical tasks in the workplace?

Although the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync has wide viewing angles and excellent colour reproduction, it is not specifically made for work that requires precise colour reproduction. Professional-grade monitors are advised for tasks that call for fine colour calibration and larger colour gamuts.

Is VESA mounting supported by the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync?

Yes, many LG Full HD IPS Monitors with AMD FreeSync models are compatible with VESA mounts. This gives you the option to mount the monitor on a wall or on a stand that is VESA compliant for flexible positioning.

Has the screen of the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync been curved?

No, the flat screen of the LG Full HD IPS Monitor with AMD FreeSync is the norm. It lacks the curved design that certain gaming monitors offer, which improves the immersive viewing experience.

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