LG 38WR85QC 38 Inch LED LCD Monitor Owner’s Manual

LG 38WR85QC 38 Inch LED LCD Monitor

Product Specifications

• Model: 38WR85QC, 38BR85QC
• Screen Type: LED LCD
• Backlight: LED
• USB Connectivity: SuperSpeed USB Trident logo
• Ports: HDMI, DisplayPort
• USB Type-C: Yes
• VESA Mount Compatible

Product Usage Instructions

Assembling and Preparing Before using the monitor, ensure to assemble and prepare it correctly:

• Follow the instructions for mounting the monitor on the stand base.
• Handle the monitor with care when adjusting the stand height and angle.
• Connect the Kensington security system if needed.
• Install the wall mount plate following the specifications.

Using the Monitor To use the monitor effectively, follow these steps:

• To power on, press the joystick button once.
• To power off, press and hold the joystick button for more than 3 seconds.
• Control volume by moving the joystick button left or right.

Adjusting Settings Adjust the stand height and angle according to your preference:

• For stand height, place the monitor on the stand base and handle it with both hands for safety.
• For angle adjustment, ensure the monitor is on a stable surface and adjust as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Where can I find drivers and software for the monitor?
  • A: You can download the latest drivers and software from the enclosed CD or the LG website at www.lg.com.
• Q: How do I connect the Kensington security system?
  • A: The connector for the Kensington lock is located at the bottom of the monitor. Refer to the Kensington lock owner’s manual or visit http://www.kensington.com for installation instructions.
• Q: Can I mount the monitor on a wall?
  • A: Yes, this monitor meets the specifications for wall mount installation. Ensure to use a compatible wall mount plate.

LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.

LICENSE

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

• The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
• The SuperSpeed USB Trident logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.
• VESA, VESA logo, DisplayPort compliance logo and DisplayPort compliance logo for dual-mode source devices are all registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.

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 https://opensource.lge.com. LG Electronics will also provide 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 upon the region.

Supported Drivers and Software

You can download and install the latest version from the enclosed CD or 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 (3.9 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 Stand Height

1. Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position.
2. Handle the monitor with both hands for safety.

WARNING

• When adjusting the screen height, do not place your hand on the stand body to avoid injury to your fingers.

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.

NOTE

• The left or right side of the monitor head can be slightly rotated up or down (up to 3°). Adjust the horizontal level of the monitor head.

NOTE

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 (3.9 inches) away from the wall and leave about 100 mm (3.9 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

DisplayPort Connection

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

NOTE

• There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC.
• If you are using a Mini DisplayPort output graphics card, use a Mini DP to DP (Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort) cable or gender that supports DisplayPort1.2 or 1.4. (Sold separately)

USB-C connection

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

NOTE

• PD (Power Delivery) and DP Alternate Mode (DP over USB-C) are supported via USB-C Port.
• Features may not work properly depending on the connected device’s specifications and the environment.
• USB-C port is not for the monitor power source but for a PC power source. Connect adapter to supply power to the monitor.

Connecting LAN

LAN connection

Connect the router or switch to the monitor.

NOTE

• The LAN cable is sold separately.
• The following LAN cable type can be used: Standard: IEEE 802.3 ETHERNET
• Connect the LAN cable and the peripheral devices to use the monitor.
  • In order to use Ethernet in the PC, the USB-C cable must be connected to the PC.
• The monitor and PC must be connected with a USB-C cable or USB-B cable to use wired LAN.

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

USB Device connection

The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub.

NOTE

• It is recommended you install all Windows Updates to keep your Windows up-to-date before connecting to the product for use.
• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
• A keyboard, mouse, or USB device can be connected to the USB port.
• The charging speed may vary depending on the device.

CAUTION

• Cautions When Using a USB Device
  • A USB device with an automatic recognition program installed, or that uses its own driver, may not be recognized.
  • Some USB devices may not be supported or may not work properly.
  • It is recommended to use a USB hub or hard disk drive with power supplied. (If the power supply is not adequate, the USB device may not be recognized properly.)

Case 1: Type-C Input

The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub.

[Use USB-C cable]

• Connect the USB C-C cable to the upstream port of the monitor and the host PC,
• To use USB 2.0 : OSD > General > USB-C Option > High Resolution
• To use USB 3.0 : OSD > General > USB-C Option > High Data Speed,

However, Host PC must support USB 3.0 function.

Case 2: HDMI/DP (DisplayPort) Input

• The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub.
• [Use USB B-A or USB C-A cable]
• To Use USB 3.0, connect the USB C-C cable to the upstream port of the monitor and the host PC.

However, Host PC must support USB 3.0 function

Connecting Headphones

Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port.

NOTE

• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
• 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

• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited.
• Please connect the USB A to B or USB C to C cable to use a microphone function with headphones equipped with a microphone.

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

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 press it.
4. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to until you exit.

Quick Settings

Quick Settings

Settings > Quick Settings| Description
Brightness| Adjusts the brightness of the screen.
Auto Brightness| Optimizes the brightness automatically for surrounding illuminance.
Contrast| Adjusts the contrast of the screen.

Volume

| Adjusts the volume.
  NOTE

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

Color Temp

| Set your own color temperature.
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 to between a red and blue tone.
Cool| Sets the screen color to a bluish tone.
Manual| The user can fine-tune the color temperature.
PBP/PIP| You can select the various PBP or PIP combination.
USB Selection| Select the USB upstream cable connection port to use USB hub of the monitor.
Input

Settings > Input| Description
Input List| Selects the input mode.

Auto Input Switch

| When automatic input switch is set to On , display will automatically switch to new input when connected.
On| Enables Auto Input Switch.
Off| Disables Auto Input Switch.

Aspect Ratio

| Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen.
Full Wide| Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input.
16:9| Displays the video in 16:9.
4:3| Displays the video in 4:3.

PBP / PIP

| You can select the various PBP or PIP combination.

PBP / PIP Connection

| Sub Screen
HDMI 1| HDMI 2| DP| USB-C

Main Screen

| HDMI 1| –| O| O| O
HDMI 2| O| –| O| O
DP| O| O| –| O
USB-C| O| O| O| –
PIP Size| Sets the size of the PIP Sub window. ( Small / Large )
PIP Position| Sets the position of the PIP Sub window. (Bottom Right / Bottom Left / Top Left / Top Right)
Main/Sub Screen Change| Toggles between the main screen and sub screen in PBP / PIP mode.
Main/Sub Sound Change| Toggles between the audio of the main screen and sub screen in PBP / PIP mode.

Picture

NOTE

• The Picture Mode that can be set depends on the Input signal.

[Picture Mode on SDR (Non-HDR) signal]

Picture Mode

| Custom| Allows the user to adjust each element. The color mode of the main menu can be adjusted.
Vivid| Optimizes the screen for the retail environment by enhancing the contrast, brightness, and sharpness.
HDR Effect| Optimizes the screen for high dynamic range.
Reader| Optimizes the screen for reading documents. You can brighten the screen in the OSD menu.
Cinema| Optimizes the screen to improve the visual effects of a video.
sRGB| A standard RGB colour space for the monitor and printer.
DCI- P3| Suitable for watching digital videos.
FPS| This mode is optimized for FPS games.
RTS| This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
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.
Calibration 1| Adjusts to the calibrated screen.
Calibration 2
  NOTE

•  If the Picture Mode is changed in the DP (DisplayPort) input, the screen may flicker or the resolution of your PC screen may be affected.

•  Calibration 1/Calibration 2 : Please install LG Calibration Studio to run calibration.

[Picture Mode on HDR signal]

[Picture Mode on HDR signal]

Settings > Picture| Description

Picture Mode

| Custom| Allows the user to adjust each element.
Vivid| Optimized the screen for HDR vivid colors.
Cinema| Optimized the screen for HDR video.
FPS| This mode is optimized for FPS games.It is suitable for very dark FPS games.
RTS| This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
  NOTE

•   HDR content may not display correctly depending on Windows 10/ macOS settings, please check HDR On/Off settings in Windows.

•   When the HDR function is turned on, the characters or picture quality may be poor according to Graphic card performance.

•   While the HDR function is on, screen flickering or cracking may occur when changing the monitor input or power on/off according to Graphic card performance.

Picture Adjust

| Brightness| Adjusts the brightness of the screen.
Auto Brightness| Optimizes the brightness automatically for surrounding illuminance.
Contrast| Adjusts the contrast of the screen.
Sharpness| Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.

SUPER RESOLUTION+

| High| Optimizes the screen for crystal clear images. Best for high- definition video or games.
Middle| Optimizes the screen for comfortable viewing, with images at the middle level between the low and high modes. Best for UCC or SD videos.
Low| Optimizes the screen for smooth and natural images. Best for still images or images with less movement.
Off| Displays in the most common setting. Disables SUPER RESOLUTION+.
  NOTE

•  Because this is a function to increase the sharpness of low resolution pictures, it is not recommended to use the function for normal text or for desktop icons. Doing so may result in unnecessarily high sharpness.

Black Level

| Sets the offset level

•  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.

Local Dimming

| Maximizes the contrast ratio by making the bright areas of the screen brighter and the dark areas of the screen darker. Turning this option off may increase energy consumption.
Faster| Sets the local dimming to faster.
Fast| Sets the local dimming to fast.
Normal| Sets the local dimming to normal.
Off| Does not use the local dimming improvement feature.
DFC| Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
Settings > Picture| Description
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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.

Once Faster Mode is selected, Motion Blur may occur depending on the content.

Faster| Sets the response time to Faster.
Fast| Sets the response time to Fast.
Normal| Sets the response time to Normal.
Off| Disables the feature.

Adaptive-Sync / VRR

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

CAUTION

•  Supported Interface: DisplayPort / USB-C (Adaptive-Sync), HDMI (Variable Refresh Rate).

•  Supported Graphic Card: A graphic card that supports NVIDIA’s G-SYNC or 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 NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com and AMD website (www.amd.com).

Extended| Enables wider frequency range of Adaptive-Sync/VRR function than basic mode. The screen may flicker during the game play.
Basic| Enables basic frequency range of Adaptive-Sync/VRR function.
Off| Adaptive-Sync/VRR function off.
Black Stabilizer| You can control the black contrast to have better visibility in dark scenes. You can easily distinguish objects on dark game screens.
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.
Settings > Picture| Description
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Game Adjust

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FPS Counter

| On| The indicator is displayed on the upper left of the screen. It will reflect the actual frame rate that is received at the input. You can also adjust the position of FPS Counter. (upper left / upper right / lower right / lower left)
Off| Does not use the FPS Counter feature.
  NOTE

•  FPS Counter and Crosshair feature can not be used at the same time.

Color Adjust

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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.
Mode 4| If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Mode 4.

Color Temp

| Set your own color temperature.
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 to between a red and blue tone.
Cool| Sets the screen color to a bluish tone.
Manual| The user can fine-tune the color temperature.
Red/Green/Blue| You can customize the picture color using red, green, and blue colors.

Six Color

| Meets the user requirements for colors by adjusting the hue and saturation of the six colors (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow) and then saving the settings.
Hue| Adjusts the tone of the screen colors.
Saturation| Adjusts the saturation of the screen colors. The lower the value, the less saturated and brighter the colors become. The higher the value, the more saturated and darker the colors become.

Picture Reset

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

Sound

Volume

| Adjusts the volume level.

NOTE

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

Waves MaxxAudio®| On| MaxxAudio® by waves, recipient of a Technical GRAMMY Award® is a suite of studio-quality sound tools for a superior listening experience.
Off| Disables the MaxxAudio function.

General

General

Settings > General| Description
Language| Sets the menu screen to the desired language.
USB Selection| Select the USB upstream cable connection port to use USB hub of the monitor.
USB Switch| Switch the USB device connected to the monitor to another input source.

USB-C Option

| Set the USB-C settings to be optimized for screen resolution or USB data rate.
High Resolution| Set display resolution as priority.
High Date Speed| Set data speed as priority.
  NOTE

•   High Date Speed setting supports USB 3.0 data.

•   When connecting with legacy devices, the resolution may be lowered.

SMART ENERGY SAVING

| Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm.
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 feature.
  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.

Deep Sleep Mode

| When Deep Sleep Mode is enabled, power consumption is minimized while the monitor is in standby mode.
On| Enables Deep Sleep Mode.
Off| Disables Deep Sleep Mode.
  NOTE

•   USB HUB functions will not work in standby mode while Deep Sleep Mode is enabled in standby mode.

Power LED

| Turns the power LED on the bottom of the monitor on or off.

NOTE

•  When the Power LED function is turned on, it operates as follows:

–  On Mode: White

–  Sleep Mode (Standby Mode): Flashing White

–  Off Mode: Off

Automatic Standby| Feature that automatically turns off the monitor when there is no movement on the screen for a period of time. You can set a timer for the auto-off function. ( 8 H , 6 H , 4 H , and Off )

Input Compatibility Version

| Please set the Input Compatibility Version to match the version of the connected external device.
HDMI| 2.1(PC)/2.1(AV)/1.4

If you want to use the HDR, select the Input Compatibility Version to 2.1(PC) or 2.1(AV).

DisplayPort / USB-C| 1.4(DSC)/1.4/1.2

If you want to use the HDR, select the Input Compatibility Version to 1.4(DSC) or 1.4.

Buzzer

| This feature lets you set the sound generated from Buzzer when your monitor powers on.
On| Enables your monitor’s Buzzer.
Off| Disables your monitor’s Buzzer.
User-defined Key 1| You can customise the main menu to access your preferred menu easily.

User-definded Key 1 and User-definded Key 2 appear at the left/right of the main menu.

User-defined Key 2

OSD Lock

| This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus.
On| Enables OSD Lock.
Off| Disables OSD Lock.
  NOTE

•  All features are disabled except Brightness, Auto Brightness, Contrast, Volume in Quick Settings, Input List, Auto Input Switch, Aspect Ratio, PBP/PIP, OSD Lock and Information.

Power On Time , Resolution.

Reset to Initial Settings

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

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 power LED on?| •  Check the power cable connection and press the power button.
Is the power on and the power LED displaying white?| •  Check that the connected input is enabled ( Settings > Input ).
Does the No Signal message appear or is the screen not displayed?| •  This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and reconnect it.

•  If the screen is not displayed after reconnecting the signal cable, set as below.

–  HDMI Input: Set HDMI Compatibility Mode to off in the monitor’s General settings.

–  DisplayPort Input: Set DisplayPort Version in the monitor’s General settings to the same version as the connected external device.

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 the display driver CD (or diskette) that comes with your display. Or, you can also download the 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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HDMI

| Max Resolution| 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz
Recommended Resolution| 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz

USB-C / DP

| Max Resolution| 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz
Recommended Resolution| 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz
Power Sources| Power Rating| 100 – 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz 2.5 A

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| 896.4 x 593.9 x 306.8 (mm)| 35.2 x 23.3 x 12.0 (inches)
Without Stand| 896.4 x 394.4 x 110.1 (mm)| 35.2 x 15.5 x 4.3 (inches)

Weight (Without Packaging)

| With Stand| 10.5 kg| 23.1 lbs
Without Stand| 8.0 kg| 17.6 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 condition and monitor setting.

• In case of USB-C input, the power consumption of Sleep Mode may vary depending on the connected device.
• The monitor goes to the Sleep Mode in a couple of minutes(Max 5 minutes).

Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, PC)

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| -/-|
800 x 600| 37.879| 60.317| +/+|
1024 x 768| 48.363| 60| -/-|
1280 x 720| 44.444| 59.979| +/-| PIP(Large)
1280 x 1024| 79.976| 75.025| +/+|
1920 x 1080| 67.5| 60| +/+|
720 x 480| 29.83| 59.779| +/-| PIP(Small)
3840 x 1600| 48.688| 29.998| +/-| HDMI 1.4
1920 x 1600| 98.678| 59.95| +/-| PBP
3840 x 1600| 98.75| 59.994| +/-| HDMI 2.1 (AV)
2560 x 1440| 182.996| 119.998| +/-|
3840 x 1600| 167.86| 100.036| +/-|
3840 x 1600| 203.353| 120.043| +/-|
3840 x 1600| 246.902| 144.05| +/-| HDMI 2.1 (PC)

DP / USB-C

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| -/-|
800 x 600| 37.879| 60.317| +/+|
1024 x 768| 48.363| 60| -/-|
1280 x 720| 44.444| 59.979| +/-| PIP(Large)
1280 x 1024| 79.976| 75.025| +/+|
1920 x 1080| 67.5| 60| +/+|
720 x 480| 29.83| 59.779| +/-| PIP(Small)
3840 x 1600| 48.688| 29.998| +/-|
1920 x 1600| 98.678| 59.95| +/-| PBP
3840 x 1600| 98.75| 59.994| +/-|
3840 x 1600| 124.313| 74.977| +/-|
3840 x 1600| 167.86| 100.036| +/-| Display port 1.2
3840 x 1600| 203.353| 120.043| +/-|
3840 x 1600| 246.902| 144.05| +/-| Display port 1.4 /1.4(DSC)

HDMI Timing (Video)

Preset Mode| Horizontal Frequency (kHz)| Vertical Frequency (Hz)
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480P| 31.5| 60
720P| 45| 60
1080P| 67.5| 60
1080P| 135| 120
2160P| 135| 60
2160P| 255| 120

Beep Guide

Menu| Location| | Menu| Location| | Menu| Location
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Quick Settings| 1| Quick Settings – USB Selection – HDMI2 – USB-B| 1 7 2 1| Input – PIP Size – Small| 2 5 1
Quick Settings – Brightness| 1 1| Quick Settings – USB Selection – HDMI2 – USB-C| 1 7 2 2| Input – PIP Size – Large| 2 5 2
Quick Settings – Brightness| 1 1 1 Slider| Quick Settings – USB Selection – DisplaPport – USB-B| 1 7 3 1| Input – PIP Position| 2 6
Quick Settings – Auto Brightness| 1 2 Toggle| Quick Settings – USB Selection – DisplayPort – USB-C| 1 7 3 2| Input – PIP Position – Bottom Right| 2 6 1
Quick Settings – Contrast| 1 3| Quick Settings – USB Selection – USB-C – USB-B| 1 7 4 1| Input – PIP Position – Bottom Left| 2 6 2
Quick Settings – Contrast| 1 3 1 Slider| Quick Settings – USB Selection – USB-C – USB-C| 1 7 4 2| Input – PIP Position – Top Left| 2 6 3
Quick Settings – Volume| 1 4| Input| 2| Input – PIP Position – Top Right| 2 6 4
Quick Settings – Volume| 1 4 1 Slider| Input – Input List| 2 1| Input – Main/Sub Screen Change| 2 7
Quick Settings – Color Temp| 1 5| Input – Input List – HDMI1| 2 1 1| Input – Main/Sub Screen Change – OK| 2 7 1
Quick Settings – Color Temp – Custom| 1 5 1| Input – Input List – HDMI2| 2 1 2| Input – Main/Sub Sound Change| 2 8
Quick Settings – Color Temp – Warm| 1 5 2| Input – Input List – DisplayPort| 2 1 3| Input – Main/Sub Sound Change – OK| 2 8 1
Quick Settings – Color Temp – Medium| 1 5 3| Input – Input List – USB-C| 2 1 4| Picture| 3
Quick Settings – Color Temp – Cool| 1 5 4| Input – Auto Input Switch| 2 2 Toggle| Picture – Picture Mode| 3 1
Quick Settings – Color Temp – Manual| 1 5 5| Input – Aspect Ratio| 2 3| Picture – Picture Mode – Custom| 3 1 1
Quick Settings – Color Temp – Manual| 1 5 5 1 Slider| Input – Aspect Ratio – Full Wide| 2 3 1| Picture – Picture Mode – Vivid| 3 1 2
Quick Settings – PBP/PIP| 1 6| Input – Aspect Ratio – 16 : 9| 2 3 2| Picture – Picture Mode – HDR Effect| 3 1 3
Quick Settings – PBP/PIP – Off| 1 6 1| Input – Aspect Ratio – 4 : 3| 2 3 3| Picture – Picture Mode – Reader| 3 1 4
Quick Settings – PBP/PIP – PBP| 1 6 2| Input – PBP/PIP| 2 4| Picture – Picture Mode – Cinema| 3 1 5
Quick Settings – PBP/PIP – PIP| 1 6 3| Input – PBP/PIP – Off| 2 4 1| Picture – Picture Mode – sRGB| 3 1 6
Quick Settings – USB Selection| 1 7| Input – PBP/PIP – PBP| 2 4 2| Picture – Picture Mode – DCI-P3| 3 1 7
Quick Settings – USB Selection – HDMI1 – USB-B| 1 7 1 1| Input – PBP/PIP – PIP| 2 4 3| Picture – Picture Mode – FPS| 3 1 8
Quick Settings – USB Selection – HDMI1 – USB-C| 1 7 1 2| Input – PIP Size| 2 5| Picture – Picture Mode – RTS| 3 1 9
Menu| Location| | Menu| Location| | Menu| Location|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Picture – Picture Mode – Color Weakness| 3 1 10| Picture – Picture Adjust – Local Dimming – Off| 3 2 7 4| Picture – Game Adjust – FPS Counter – On| 3 3 5 1|
Picture – Picture Mode – Calibration1| 3 1 11| Picture – Picture Adjust – DFC| 3 2 8 Toggle| Picture – Game Adjust – FPS Counter – Off| 3 3 5 2|
Picture – Picture Mode – Calibration2| 3 1 12| Picture – Game Adjust| 3 3| Picture – Color Adjust| 3 4|
Picture – Picture Adjust| 3 2| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time| 3 3 1| Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma| 3 4 1|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Brightness| 3 2 1| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Faster| 3 3 1 1| Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 1| 3 4 1 1|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Brightness| 3 2 1 1 Slider| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Fast| 3 3 1 2| Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 2| 3 4 1 2|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Auto Brightness| 3 2 2 Toggle| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Normal| 3 3 1 3| Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 3| 3 4 1 3|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Contrast| 3 2 3| Picture – Game Adjust – Response Time – Off| 3 3 1 4| Picture – Color Adjust – Gamma – Mode 4| 3 4 1 4|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Contrast| 3 2 3 1 Slider| Picture – Game Adjust – Adaptive-Sync (HDMI : VRR)| 3 3 2| Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp| 3 4 2|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Sharpness| 3 2 4| Picture – Game Adjust – Adaptive- Sync (HDMI : VRR) – Extended| 3 3 2 1| Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Custom| 3 4 2 1|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Sharpness| 3 2 4 1 Slider| Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Warm| 3 4 2 2|
Picture – Game Adjust – Adaptive-Sync (HDMI : VRR) – Basic| 3 3 2 2|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+| 3 2 5| Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Medium| 3 4 2 3|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+

– High

| 3 2 5 1| Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Cool| 3 4 2 4|
Picture – Game Adjust – Adaptive-Sync (HDMI : VRR) – Off| 3 3 2 3|
Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Manual| 3 4 2 5|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – Middle| 3 2 5 2|
Picture – Game Adjust – Black Stabilizer| 3 3 3| Picture – Color Adjust – Color Temp – Manual| 3 4 2 5 1 Slider|
Picture – Game Adjust – Black Stabilizer| 3 3 3 1 Slider| Picture – Color Adjust – Red| 3 4 3|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – Low| 3 2 5 3|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair| 3 3 4| Picture – Color Adjust – Red| 3 4 3 1 Slider|
Picture – Picture Adjust – SUPER RESOLUTION+ – Off| 3 2 5 4|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Red Cross| 3 3 4 1| Picture – Color Adjust – Green| 3 4 4|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Black Level| 3 2 6|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Green Cross| 3 3 4 2| Picture – Color Adjust – Green| 3 4 4 1 Slider|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Black Level – High| 3 2 6 1|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Red Dot| 3 3 4 3| Picture – Color Adjust – Blue| 3 4 5|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Black Level – Low| 3 2 6 2|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Green Dot| 3 3 4 4| Picture – Color Adjust – Blue| 3 4 5 1 Slider|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Local Dimming – Faster| 3 2 7 1|
Picture – Game Adjust – Crosshair – Off| 3 3 4 5| Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color| 3 4 6|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Local Dimming – Fast| 3 2 7 2|
Picture – Game Adjust – FPS Counter| 3 3 5| Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Red_Hue| 3 4 6 1|
Picture – Picture Adjust – Local Dimming – Normal| 3 2 7 3|
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Menu| Location| | Menu| Location| | Menu| Location|
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Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Red_Hue| 3 4 6 1 1 Slider| Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Yellow_Saturation| 3 4 6 12 1 Slider| General – Language – Chinese| 5 1 14|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Red_Saturation| 3 4 6 2| Picture – Picture Reset| 3 5| General – Language – Traditional Chinese| 5 1 15|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Red_Saturation| 3 4 6 2 1 Slider| Picture – Picture Reset – No| 3 5 1| General – Language – Japanese| 5 1 16|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Green_Hue| 3 4 6 3| Picture – Picture Reset – Yes| 3 5 2| General – Language – Korean| 5 1 17|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Green_Hue| 3 4 6 3 1 Slider| Sound| 4| General – USB Selection| 5 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Green_Saturation| 3 4 6 4| Sound – Volume| 4 1| General – USB Selection – HDMI1 – USB-B| 5 2 1 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Green_Saturation| 3 4 6 4 1 Slider| Sound – Volume| 4 1 1 Slider| General – USB Selection – HDMI1 – USB-C| 5 2 1 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Blue_Hue| 3 4 6 5| Sound – Waves MaxxAudio| 4 2 Toggle| General – USB Selection – HDMI2 – USB-B| 5 2 2 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Blue_Hue| 3 4 6 5 1 Slider| General| 5| General – USB Selection – HDMI2 – USB-C| 5 2 2 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Blue_Saturation| 3 4 6 6| General – Language| 5 1| General – USB Selection – DisplayPort – USB-B| 5 2 3 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Blue_Saturation| 3 4 6 6 1 Slider| General – Language – English| 5 1 1| General – USB Selection – DisplayPort – USB-C| 5 2 3 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Cyan_Hue| 3 4 6 7| General – Language – German| 5 1 2| General – USB Selection – USB-C – USB-B| 5 2 4 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Cyan_Hue| 3 4 6 7 1 Slider| General – Language – French| 5 1 3| General – USB Selection – USB-C – USB-C| 5 2 4 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Cyan_Saturation| 3 4 6 8| General – Language – Spanish| 5 1 4| General – USB Switch| 5 3|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Cyan_Saturation| 3 4 6 8 1 Slider| General – Language – Italian| 5 1 5| General – USB Switch – USB-B| 5 3 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Magenta_Hue| 3 4 6 9| General – Language – Swedish| 5 1 6| General – USB Switch – USB-C| 5 3 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – MagentaHue| 3 4 6 9 1 Slider| General – Language – Finnish| 5 1 7| General – USB-C Option| 5 4|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Magenta Saturation| 3 4 6 10| General – Language – Portuguese| 5 1 8| General – USB-C Option – High Resolution| 5 4 1|
General – Language – Portuguese (Brazil)| 5 1 9| General – USB-C Option – High Data Speed| 5 4 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Magenta_ Saturation| 3 4 6 10 1 Slider|
General – Language – Polish| 5 1 10| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING| 5 5|
General – Language – Russian| 5 1 11| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING – High| 5 5 1|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Yellow_Hue| 3 4 6 11|
General – Language – Turkish| 5 1 12| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING – Low| 5 5 2|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Yellow_Hue| 3 4 6 11 1 Slider|
General – Language – Ukrainian| 5 1 13| General – SMART ENERGY SAVING – Off| 5 5 3|
Picture – Color Adjust – Six Color – Yellow_Saturation| 3 4 6 12|
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Menu| Location| | Menu| Location
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General – Deep Sleep Mode| 5 6 Toggle| General – Information| 5 14
General – Power LED| 5 7 Toggle| General – Information| 5 14 1
General – Automatic Standby| 5 8| General – Reset to Initial Setting| 5 15
General – Automatic Standby – 8H| 5 8 1| General – Reset to Initial Setting – No| 5 15 1
General – Automatic Standby – 6H| 5 8 2| General – Reset to Initial Setting – Yes| 5 15 2
General – Automatic Standby – 4H| 5 8 3|
General – Automatic Standby – Off| 5 8 4
General – Input Compatibility Version| 5 9
General – Input Compatibility Version – 1.4(DSC)

/ 2.1(PC)

| 5 9 1
General – Input Compatibility Version – 1.4 / 2.1(AV)| 5 9 2
General – Input Compatibility Version – 1.2 / 1.4| 5 9 3
General – Buzzer| 5 10 Toggle
General – User-defined Key 1| 5 11
General – User-defined Key 1 – PBP/PIP| 5 11 1
General – User-defined Key 1 – Picture Mode| 5 11 2
General – User-defined Key 1 – USB Switch| 5 11 3
General – User-defined Key 1 – Input| 5 11 4
General – User-defined Key 2| 5 12
General – User-defined Key 2 – PBP/PIP| 5 12 1
General – User-defined Key 2 – Picture Mode| 5 12 2
General – User-defined Key 2 – USB Switch| 5 12 3
General – User-defined Key 2 – Input| 5 12 4
General – OSD Lock| 5 13 Toggle

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

• Trade Name LG
• Responsible Party LG Electronics USA, Inc.
• Address 111 Sylvan Avenue, North Building,
• Englewood Cliffs,NJ 07632
• E-mail lg.environmental@lge.com

This device can be used in all regions. Read the owner’s manual (CD) carefully and keep it at hand. Please note that the label attached to the product provides information for technical support.

• Model
• Serial No.

This Product qualifies for ENERGY STAR®

Changing the factory default configuration and settings or enabling certain optional features and functionalities may increase energy consumption beyond the limits required for ENERGY STAR® certification. Refer to ENERGYSTAR.gov for more information on the ENERGY STAR® program.

References

• Homepage | ENERGY STAR
• Computer Products & Accessories: Locks & Docks | Kensington
• LG Open Source

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