LG Electronics USA W1942HEU LCD MONITOR. User Manual Lx6WTG Q ENG

LG Electronics USA LCD MONITOR. Lx6WTG Q ENG

Users Manual

Make sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product. Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for future reference.See the label attached on the product and give the information to yourdealer when you ask for service.W1942PEUser’s Guide
A1This unit has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personalsafety, however improper use may result in potential electrical  shock or firehazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguardsincorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for itsinstallation, use, and servicing.On SafetyUse only the power cord supplied with the unit. In case you use another powercord, make sure that it is certified by the applicable national standards if not beingprovided by the supplier. If the power cable is faulty in any way, please contact themanufacturer or the nearest authorized repair service provider for a replacement.The power supply cord is used as the main disconnection device. Ensure that thesocket-outlet is easily accessible after installation.Operate the display only from a power source indicated in the specifications ofthis manual or listed on the display. If you are not sure what type of power supplyyou have in your home, consult with your dealer.Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous. So are frayed powercords and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Call your servicetechnician for replacement.Do not Open the Display.There are no user serviceable components inside. There are Dangerous High Voltages inside, even when the power is OFF. Contact your dealer if the display is not operating properly.To Avoid Personal Injury :Do not place the display on a sloping shelf unless properly secured.Use only a stand recommended by the manufacturer.Do not drop an object on or apply impact to the product. Do not throw any toysor objects on the product screen. It can cause injury to human, problem to product and damage the display.  To Prevent Fire or Hazards:Always turn the display OFF if you leave the room for more than a short periodof time. Never leave the display ON when leaving the house.Keep children from dropping or pushing objects into the display's cabinetopenings. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages.Do not add accessories that have not been designed for this display.When the display is to be left unattended for an extended period of time, unplugit from the wall outlet.In the presence of thunder and lightning, never touch the power cord and signalcable because it can be very dangerous. It can cause electric shock. Important Precautions
A2Important PrecautionsOn InstallationDo not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place thedisplay where the power cord is subject to damage.Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.Displays are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow the release ofheat generated during operation. If these openings are blocked, built-up heat cancause failures which may result in a fire hazard. Therefore, NEVER:Block the bottom ventilation slots by placing the display on a bed, sofa, rug, etc.Place the display in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.Cover the openings with cloth or other material.Place the display near or over a radiator or heat source.Main power breaker is the power cord and this breaking device must be located ata location where it is easy to operate.  Do not rub or strike the Active Matrix LCD with anything hard as this may scratch,mar, or damage the Active Matrix LCD permanently.Do not press the LCD screen with your finger for a long time as this may causesome afterimages.Some dot defects may appear as Red, Green or Blue spots on the screen.However, this will have no impact or effect on the display performance. If possible, use the recommended resolution to obtain the best image quality foryour LCD display. If used under any mode except the recommended resolution,some scaled or processed images may appear on the screen. However, this ischaracteristic of the fixed-resolution LCD panel.Leaving a fixed image on the screen for a long time may cause damage to thescreen and cause image burn-in. Make sure to use a screen saver on the product. Burn-in and related problems are not covered by the warranty on this product. On CleaningUnplug the display before cleaning the face of the display screen.Use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use an aerosol directly on the displayscreen because over-spraying may cause electrical shock.On RepackingDo not throw away the carton and packing materials. They make an idealcontainer in which to transport the unit. When shipping the unit to anotherlocation, repack it in its original material.On DisposalThe fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations ofyour local authority.
Important PrecautionsNOTETHE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTRERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT.SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY NOTEThis epuipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device,pursuant to part 15 of  the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates,uses and can radiate radio frequencycause harmful interference to radio communications.However,there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.-Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.energy and,if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. -Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.A3
A3Connecting the DisplayImportantThis illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ fromthe items shown in the picture.Do not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The product mayfall and get damaged or injure your foot.Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computersystem, and other attached devices is turned off.Connecting the stand 1.  Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth.2.Assemble the Stand Base into the Stand Body.Be sure don't pull out the Stop Pin and make the Stand Base direction as shown. 3.Make the monitor stand , then pull out the Stop Pin.Stand BaseFRONTStand BodyStop PinSideStop Pin Stop Pinpull out the stop pinThe tape and locking pin may only be removed from those monitorsequipped with a standing base when the base is pulled up. Otherwise,you may be injured by the protruding sections of the stand.Warning:
A4Connecting the Display356Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computersystem, and other attached devices is turned off. Positioning your display1. Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort.Tilt Range: -6˚~17˚ Swivel: 356˚ ErgonomicIt is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewingposition, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees.Height Range: maximum 4.33 inch (110.0 mm)110.0 mmFirst, removethe locking pin.
A5Connecting the Display1.Lift the monitor to its highest height to utilize the Pivot function.2.Landscape & Portrait : You can rotate the panel 90o  clockwise. Please be cautious and avoid contact between the monitor head and the Stand Base when rotating the screen to access the Pivot function. If the monitor head touches the Stand Base, then the Stand Base could crack.3.For detailed information, please refer to the Pivot Software CD provided.Using the Pivot functionStand sectionHead section
A6Connecting the DisplayBefore setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computersystem, and other attached devices is turned off.Positioning your display Using the cable holder123If you want to use the cable holder to let your cables together, please put them throughright as shown. For if you don't do like that, you cannot use Pivot function smoothly.
A7Using the Computer1. Make sure to turn off the computer and  product. Connect the cable as below sketch mapform to .12. Press        button on the front switch panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the 'Self Image Setting Function' is executed automatically.(Only Analog Mode)2Connecting the DisplayABCConnect DVI CableConnect Dsub Cable (PC)Connect Dsub Cable (Mac)Wall-outlet typePower Cord Analog signalD-subDigital signalDVIMac adapterFor Apple Macintosh use, a  separate plug adapter isneeded to change the 15 pin high density (3 row) D-sub VGA connector on the supplied cable to a 15 pin2 row connector.DVI-D(This feature is not available in all countries.)NOTE‘ Self Image Setting Function’? This function provides the user with optimal display settings.When the userconnects the monitor for the first time, this function automatically adjusts the display to optimal settings for individualinput signals. ‘AUTO/SET’ Function? When you encounter problems such as blurry screen, blurred letters, screen flicker or tiltedscreen while using the device or after changing screen resolution, press the AUTO/SET function button to improveresolution. NOTEThis is a simplified representation of the rear view.This rear view represents a general model; your display may differ from the view asshown.User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable, DVI cable) withferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for the product.
Control FunctionA8Control Panel FunctionsMENU ButtonUse this button to enter or exit the On Screen Display.OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKEDThis function allows you to lock the current controlsettings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed.Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds.The message "OSD LOCKED" should appear.You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushingthe MENU button for several seconds. The message"OSD UNLOCKED" should appear.Front Panel Controls4:3 in WideTo select the image size of the screen.WIDE 4:3• WIDE : Switch to full screen mode according to input image signal.  • 4 : 3 : Change the image signal ratio into 4:3.
A9Control FunctionControl Panel FunctionsThis Indicator lights up blue when the displayoperates normally(On Mode). If the display is in SleepMode (Energy Saving), this indicator color changes to amber.Use this button to turn the display on or off.Power ButtonPower IndicatorUse this button to enter a selection in the On Screen Display.AUTO/SETButtonAUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENTWhen adjusting your display settings, always pressthe AUTO/SET button before entering the On ScreenDisplay(OSD). This will automatically adjust yourdisplay image to the ideal settings for the currentscreen resolution size (display mode).The best display mode is-W1942PE : 1440 x 900ButtonsUse these buttons to select or adjust functions in theOn Screen Display.For more information, refer to page A16.Use this button to make D-Sub or DVI connectoractive. This feature is used when two computers areconnected to the display. The default setting is D-Sub.
A10On Screen Display (OSD) Control AdjustmentScreen AdjustmentMaking adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters ofthe display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls.The following section is an outline of the available adjustments and selectionsyou can make using the OSD.To make adjustments in the On Screen Display, follow these steps:Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.To access a control, use the      or      Buttons. When the icon you wantbecomes highlighted, press the AUTO/SET Button.Use the   /      Buttons to adjust the image to the desired level. Use theAUTO/SET Button to select other sub-menu items.Push the MENU Button once to return to the main menu to select anotherfunction. Push the MENU Button twice to exit from the OSD.NOTEAllow the display to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image adjustments.AUTO/SETMENU MENU
A11NOTEThe order of icons may differ depending on the model (A11~A16).On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment,and setting menus.To adjust the brightness,contrast and gamma of thescreenPICTURECOLORTRACKINGSETUP PRESETREDGREENBLUETo adjust the position of thescreen To customize the color ofthe screenTo customize the screenstatus for a user's operatingenvironmentTo improve the clarity andstability of the screen BRIGHTNESSCONTRASTGAMMAHORIZONTALVERTICALCLOCKPHASESHARPNESSWHITE BALANCEPOWER INDICATORFACTORY RESETLANGUAGEOSD         HORIZONTALPOSITION  VERTICALsRGB6500K9300K: AdjustableA : Analog InputD : Digital InputTo select or customize desired image settingsFLATRON F-ENGINEMOVIE INTERNETUSERNORMALDEMOMain menu Sub-menu A      D                    Reference
A12On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment NOTEOSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual.You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an itemusing the OSD system.  Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icondescriptions of the all items shown on the Menu.Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.Sub-menusMenu NameIconsMain MenuButton TipMENU        : Exit: Adjust (Decrease/Increase)SET        : Enter: Select another sub-menu
A13On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu DescriptionBRIGHTNESSCONTRAST GAMMATo adjust the brightness of the screen. To adjust the contrast of the screen.Set your own gamma value. : -50/0/50On the monitor, high gamma valuesdisplay whitish images and low gammavalues display blackish images.PICTUREPRESETREDGREENBLUESelect the screen color. • sRGB: Set the screen color to fit theSRGB standard colorspecification.• 6500K: Slightly reddish white.• 9300K: Slightly bluish white.Set your own red color levels.Set your own green color levels.Set your own blue color levels.COLORPICTURECOLORMENU : Exit: Decrease: IncreaseSET     : Select another sub-menuMENU : Exit: Decrease: IncreaseSET     : Select another sub-menu
A14MENU : Exit: Decrease: IncreaseSET     : Select another sub-menuOn Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu DescriptionCLOCKPHASESHARPNESSTo minimize any vertical bars or stripesvisible on the screen background.The horizontal screen size will alsochange.To adjust the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove anyhorizontal noise and clear or sharpenthe image of characters.To adjust the clearness of the screen.HORIZONTALVERTICALTo move image left and right.To move image up and down.TRACKINGTRACKING
A15On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment SETUPSETUPMENU : Exit: Adjust: AdjustSET     : Select anothersub-menuIf this does not improve the screen image, restore the factory default settings. If necessary, perform the white balance function again. This function will be enabled onlywhen the input signal is an analog signal. To choose the language in which thecontrol names are displayed.To adjust position of the OSD windowon the screen.LANGUAGEOSDPOSITIONWHITEBALANCEFACTORYRESETIf the output of the video card is differentthe required specifications, the color levelmay deteriorate due to video signaldistortion. Using this function, the signallevel is adjusted to fit into the standardoutput level of the video card in order toprovide the optimal image.Activate this function when white andblack colors are present in the screen.   POWERINDICATORRestore all factory default settings except"LANGUAGE." Press the       button to reset immediately.Use this function to set the powerindicator on the front side of the monitorto ON or OFF.If you set OFF, it will go off. If you set ON at any time, the powerindicator will automatically be turned on.Main menu Sub menu Description
A16On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment IconsMenu NameSub-menu NameMain menu Sub menu DescriptionMOVIEINTERNETNORMALDEMOUSERThe OSD screen will appear when you touch the                   button on the  left side of the monitor.INTERNET: For text images (Word processing etc.)Select the           sub-menu using the AUTO/SETbutton and save the YES value using the      ,  buttons.MOVIE: For animation images in videos or movies This is under normal operating conditions.This is just for advertising to customer in theshops. It’s setting is same with Movie mode andscreen is divided by half.This feature lets you easily select the best desiredimage condition optimized to the environment(ambient illumination, image types etc).UserYou can manually adjust brightness, ACE or RCM. You can save or restore the adjusted value even when using a different environment. ...(Brightness): Adjusts screen brightness....ACE(Adaptive Clarity Enhancer): Selects the clarity mode....RCM(Real Color Management): Selects the color mode.Not appliedGreen enhance Flesh toneColor Enhance0123
A17TroubleshootingNo image appearsCheck the following before calling for service.No image appearsDo you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen?●Is the power cord of thedisplay connected?●Is the power on and thepower indicator blue orgreen?●Is the power indicatoramber?●Do you see an "OUT OFRANGE" message onthe screen?●Do you see a "CHECKSIGNAL CABLE"message on thescreen?• Check and see if the power cord is connectedproperly to the power outlet.• Adjust the brightness and the contrast.• If the display is in power saving mode, try movingthe mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard tobring up the screen.• Try to turn on the PC.• This message appears when the signal from thePC (video card) is out of horizontal or verticalfrequency range of the display. See the'Specifications' section of this manual andconfigure your display again.• This message appears when the signal cablebetween your PC and your display is notconnected. Check the signal cable and try again.• You can secure the current control settings,so that they cannot be inadvertently changed.You can unlock the OSD controls at any timeby pushing the MENU button for severalseconds: the message “OSD UNLOCKED”will appear.●Do you see “OSDLOCKED” when youpush MENU button?
A18TroubleshootingDisplay image is incorrect●Display Position isincorrect.●On the screenbackground, verticalbars or stripes arevisible.●Any horizontal noiseappearing in anyimage or charactersare not clearlyportrayed.• Press the AUTO/SET button to automaticallyadjust your display image to the ideal setting. If the results are unsatisfactory, adjust the imageposition using the H position and V position iconin the on screen display.• Press the AUTO/SET button to automaticallyadjust your display image to the ideal setting.If the results are unsatisfactory, decrease thevertical bars or stripes using the CLOCK icon inthe on screen display.• Press the AUTO/SET button to automaticallyadjust your display image to the ideal setting.If the results are unsatisfactory, decrease the horizontal bars using the PHASE icon in the on screen display.• Check Control Panel --> Display --> Settingsand adjust the display to the recommendedresolution or adjust the display image to the idealsetting. Set the color setting higher than 24 bits(true color).ImportantCheck Control Panel --> Display --> Settings and see if the frequency or theresolution were changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the recommendresolution.Reasons for Recommending Optimal Resolution : The aspect ratio is 16:10. If the input resolution is not 16:10 (for instance, 16:9, 5:4, 4:3), you might encounterproblems such as blurred letters, blurry screen, cut-off screen display or tilted screen.The setting method can differ by computer and O/S (Operation System), and resolution mentioned above may not be supported by the video card    performance. In this case, please ask to the computer or the video card  manufacturer.
A19TroubleshootingDisplay image is incorrect●The screen color ismono or abnormal.●The screen blinks.• Check if the signal cable is properly connectedand use a screwdriver to fasten if necessary.• Make sure the video card is properly inserted inthe slot.• Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true color)at Control Panel - Settings.• Check if the screen is set to interlace mode and ifyes, change it to the recommend resolution.Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESADDC) monitor found" message?●Have you installed thedisplay driver?• Be sure to install the display driver from the displaydriver CD (or diskette) that comes with yourdisplay. Or, you can also download the driver fromour web site: http://www.lge.com.• Make sure to check if the video card supportsPlug&Play function.
A20Specifications                                            W1942PENOTEInformation in this document is subject to change without notice.DisplaySync InputVideo InputResolutionPlug&PlayPowerConsumptionDimensions& WeightTilt RangePower InputEnvironmentalConditionsStand BasePower cord 19 inches (48.1 cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Visible diagonal size: 48.1 cm0.285*0.285 mm pixel pitchHorizontal Freq. Analog : 30 - 83 kHz (Automatic)Digital : 30 - 83 kHz (Automatic)Vertical Freq. 56 - 75 Hz (Automatic)Input Form Separate TTL, Positive/NegativeSOG (Sync On Green) Digital (HDCP)Signal Input 15 pin D-Sub ConnectorDVI - D Connector (Digital)Input Form RGB Analog (0.7 Vp-p/ 75 ohm), DigitalMax Analog : VESA 1440 x 900 @ 75 HzDigital : VESA 1440 x 900 @ 60 HzRecommend VESA 1440 x 900 @60 HzDDC 2BOn Mode : 22W(Typ.)Sleep Mode ≤0.3 WOff Mode ≤0.3 WWith Stand Without StandWidth 44.84 cm / 20.30 inches 44.84 cm / 20.30 inchesHeight 40.14 cm / 15.80 inches 30.06 cm / 11.83 inches51.14 cm / 20.13 inchesDepth 24.16 cm /   9.51 inches 5.84 cm /   2.29 inchesNet 4.5 kg (10 lbs)Tilt -6˚~ 17˚AC 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 0.8A Operating ConditionsTemperature 10˚C to 35 ˚CHumidity 10 % to 80 % non-CondensingStorage ConditionsTemperature -20˚C to 60 ˚CHumidity 5 % to 90 % non-CondensingAttached (     ), Detached ( O )Wall-outlet type
A21SpecificationsPreset Modes (Resolution)Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) Vertical Freq. (Hz)1234567891011121314*15**16640 x 350720 x 400640 x 480640 x 480800 x 600800 x 600832 x 6241024 x 7681024 x 7681152 x 8701152 x 9001280 x 10241280 x 10241440 x 9001440 x 9001440 x 90031.46931.46831.46937.50037.87946.87549.72548.36360.12368.68161.80563.98179.97655.50055.93570.63570706075607575607575656075606075*Recommend Mode**Only Analog ModeW1942PEIndicatorOn ModeSleep ModeOff ModeblueamberOffLED ColorMODE
A22Installing the Wall mount plateThis monitor satisfies the specifications of the  Wall mount plate orthe interchange device.1. Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a soft cloth.2.Separate the stand after firstly separating 4 screws by using a driver as figure.3.Install the Wall mount plate.Wall mount plate(Separate purchase)This is stand-type or wall mount type and isconnectable with Wall mount plate.Please refer to the installation guide for moredetails, which is provided when Wall mountplate is purchased.Kensington Security SlotConnected to a locking cable that can bepurchased separately at most computer stores.
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