LG 29UM59 Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 Owner's Manual IPS LED MONITOR (LED MONITOR*) *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. IPS LED Monitor (LED Monitor) Model List 29UM59 www.lg.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents CONTENTS LICENSE CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Activating the Main Menu Customizing settings ASSEMBLING AND - Menu Settings PREPARING - -Quick Settings Product Components - -Picture Component and Button Description - -General - How to Use the Joystick Button - -Reset Moving and Lifting the Monitor - -Picture mode Installing the Monitor - Assembling the stand base TROUBLESHOOTING - Using the cable holder - Installing onto a table - Adjusting the angle SPECIFICATIONS - Using the Kensington lock Factory support mode - Installing the wall mount plate HDMI Timing (Video) -
Page 3: License
LICENSE LICENSE Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. The following content is only applied to the monitor which is sold in Europe market and which needs to meet the ErP Directive: * This monitor is set to be turned off automatically in 4 hours after you turned on display if there is no adjustment to display. * To make this setting be disabled, change the option to ‘Off’ in OSD menu of “Automatic Standby”. -
Page 4: Assembling And Preparing
Power Cord AC-DC Adapter AC-DC Adapter CD(Owner's Manual) / ( Depending on the country ) ( Depending on Card the country ) HDMI Cable ( This cable is not in- cluded in all countries. ) Stand Base Stand Body Cable Holder Screw Cover 2 Screws CAUTION Always use genuine components to ensure safety and product performance. The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of counterfeit components. It is recommend 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. NOTE Note that the components may look different from those shown here. Without prior notice, all information and specifications in this manual are subject to change to im- prove the performance of the product. To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the retail store where you purchased the product. -
Page 5: Component And Button Description
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Component and Button Description Joystick Button Power Indicator On: power is on Off: power is off How to Use the Joystick Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or moving it left/right with your finger. Basic Functions Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the Power on monitor. Press and hold the joystick button once with your finger to turn off Power off the monitor. Volume ◄/► You can control the volume by moving the joystick button left/right. Control NOTE The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor. -
Page 6: Input Connector
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Input Connector... -
Page 7: Moving And Lifting The Monitor
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Moving and Lifting the Monitor CAUTION As far as possible, avoid touching the moni- When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these tor screen. This may result in damage to the instructions to prevent the monitor from being screen or some of the pixels used to create scratched or damaged and to ensure safe trans- images. portation regardless of its shape or size. It is advisable to place the monitor in the original box or packing material before at- tempting to move it. Before moving or lifting the monitor, discon- nect the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the monitor frame firmly. Do not hold the panel itself. 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. When holding the monitor, the screen should face away from you to prevent it being scratched. When moving the monitor, avoid any strong shock or vibrations to the product. When moving the monitor, keep it upright, never turn the monitor on its side or tilt it sideways. -
Page 8: Installing The Monitor
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing the Monitor Attach the Stand Base to Stand Body. Using a coin, turn the screw clockwise to Assembling the stand base secure the stand base. Place the screen face down. Stand Body Stand Base CAUTION Attach the screw cover. To protect the screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth. Screw Cover Check the direction of the stand body (front, back) and then mount the stand body onto the stand hinge. Tighten two screws into the back of the stand body. NOTE You can disassemble the stand in the reverse order of the assembly. Stand Hinge Stand Body... -
Page 9: Using The Cable Holder
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using the cable holder CAUTION Illustrations in this document represent typi- Arrange the cables using the cable holder as cal procedures, so they may look different shown in the illustration. from the actual product. Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be cov- ered by the product warranty. Be careful not to hurt your hand on the edges of the screw covers. Do not carry the monitor upside down by just holding the base. This may cause the moni- tor to fall off the stand and could result in Cable Holder 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 CAUTION It may hurt your foot off the stand, so be careful. -
Page 10: Installing Onto A Table
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing onto a table Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an Press the joystick button on the bottom of the upright position. monitor to turn on the monitor. Place at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. CAUTION Unplug the power cord prior to moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of electric shock. 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm Connect the power adapter to the monitor and then plug the power cord into the wall outlet. -
Page 11: Adjusting The Angle
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Adjusting the angle WARNING Place the monitor in an upright position, mount- To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting ed on the stand base. the screen, do not hold the lower part of the monitor's frame as illustrated below. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forwards or backwards for a comfortable viewing experience. Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the monitor. Front Side Rear Side... -
Page 12: Using The Kensington Lock
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using the Kensington lock Installing the wall mount plate The Kensington security system connector is locat- This monitor supports the specification of the stan- ed at the back of the Monitor set. dard wall mount plate or compatible device. For more information on installation and usage, Place the screen face down. To protect the refer to the Kensington lock user manual or visit screen from scratches, cover the surface with a the website at http://www.kensington.com. soft cloth. Connect the Kensington security system cable Place the wall mount plate onto the monitor between the Monitor set and a table. and align it with the screw holes. Tighten the four screws to fix the plate to the monitor using a screwdriver. 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 use excessive force when mounting the wall mount plate, as this can damage the monitor's screen. NOTE Use of the Kensington lock is optional. The accessories can be purchased at your local electronics store. -
Page 13: Installing To A Wall
Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely cover should be under 8mm. fixed to the monitor and to the wall. Wall mount Pad 1 If you use screw longer than standard, the moni- tor might be damaged internally. Back Cover 2 If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible Wall mount Pad for it. Back Cover Standard screw Model 29UM59 Wall Mount (A x B) 75 x 75 Max.8mm Standard screw M4 x L10 Number of screws Wall Mount Plate RW120 (Optional) NOTE Use the screws specified by the VESA stan- dard. The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts. The wall mounting bracket is optional. The accessories can be purchased at your local retail store. -
Page 14: Using The Monitor
USING THE MONITOR USING THE MONITOR 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 the digital video and audio signals from your PC and A/V devices to the monitor. Connect your PC and AV device to the monitor with the HDMI cable as illustrated below. Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu. NOTE If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem. 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 Cable ® - High-Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet... -
Page 15: Connecting To Av Devices
USING THE MONITOR Connecting to AV Devices Connecting to External Devices HDMI connection Connecting Headphones Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC and A/V devices to the monitor. Connect Connect peripherals to the monitor via the head- your PC and AV device to the monitor with the phones port. Connect as illustrated. HDMI cable as illustrated below. Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu. (sold separately) 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 recom- mended to use straight earphones. NOTE If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem. 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 Angled Straight connection error may occur. Depending on the audio settings of the PC Recommended HDMI cable types and external device, headphones and speaker ®... -
Page 16: Customizing Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Activating the Main Menu Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. Move the joystick up/down (▲/▼) and left/right(◄/►) to set the options. Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu. Power Indicator Joystick Button Button... -
Page 17: Customizing Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Customizing settings Menu Settings -Quick Settings To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Quick Settings > by moving the joystick. Brightness Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit. Each option is described below. Menu > Quick Settings Description Brightness Adjusts the color contrast and brightness of the screen. Contrast Volume Adjusts the volume. NOTE Jog joystick button down ( ) in the Volume menu will enable/disable the Mute function. Input Selects the input mode. -
Page 18: Picture
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS -Picture To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to by moving the joystick. Picture Configure the options following the instructions that Game Adjust appear in the bottom right corner. Color Adjust To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit. Each option is described below. Menu > Picture Description Picture Mode Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. The color mode of the main menu can be ad- justed. Reader It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the newspaper. If you want screen more bright, you can control brightness in Menu OSD. Photo Optimizes the screen to view photos. Cinema Optimizes the screen to improve the visual effects of a video. FPS 1 This mode is optimized for FPS games. - Page 19 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Game Adjust 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. Response Time Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Normal. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use High. Setting to High may cause image sticking. High Sets the response time to High. Middle Sets the response time to Middle. Sets the response time to Low. Sets the response time to Off. FreeSync Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal. NOTE To use the FreeSync feature, a graphic card that supports FreeSync is necessary. Supported Interface: DisplayPort For more information, refer to AMD website at http://www. amd.com/FreeSync FreeSync function on. FreeSync function off. Color Adjust Gamma The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes.
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Page 20: General
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS -General To view the OSD menu, press the joystick but- ton at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. SMART ENERGY SAVING Go to by moving the joystick. General Power LED Game Adjust Configure the options following the instructions that Automatic Standby Color Adjust appear in the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit. Each option is described below. Menu > General Description Language To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. SMART ENERGY High Enables SMART ENERGY SAVING you can save energy with this energy- high efficient function. -
Page 21: Reset
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS -Reset To view the OSD menu, press the joystick but- ton at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to by moving the joystick. Reset Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit. Each option is described below. Menu > Reset Description Do you want to reset your settings? Reset Returns to the default settings. Cancel Cancel the select. -
Page 22: Picture Mode
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS -Picture mode Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. Go to Picture mode by moving the joystick button to ▲. Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom. Each option is described below. Menu > Picture Description Mode Picture Mode Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. The color mode of the main menu can be ad- justed. Reader It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the newspaper. If you want screen more bright, you can control brightness in Menu OSD. Photo Optimizes the screen to view photos. Cinema Optimizes the screen to improve the visual effects of a video. FPS 1 This mode is optimized for FPS games. FPS 2 It has a higher Black Stabilizer value than FPS Game 1. It is suitable for very dark FPS games. This mode is optimized for RTS Game. Custom In this mode, users can customize various elements including game-related options. (Game) -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. Is the monitor's power cord plugged y Check if the power cord is correctly plugged in to the power outlet. Is the power indicator on? y Check the power cable connection and press the power button. Is the power indicator displaying ? y Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu - Input). y If the monitor is in sleep mode, move the mouse or press any key on Is the power indicator blinking? the keyboard to switch the display on. y Check if the computer is turned on. y This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (video card) are out Is the "OUT OF RANGE" message displayed? of the horizontal or vertical frequency range of the monitor. Please see the "Product Specification" section of this manual to set the appropri- ate frequency. Is the "CHECK SIGNAL CONNEC- y This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the moni- TION" message is displayed? tor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and reconnect. The screen retains an image. y Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the Does image sticking occur even when the monitor is turned off? - Page 24 TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE Check if the video card's resolution or frequency is within the range allowed by the monitor and set to the recommended (optimal) resolution in Control Panel > Display > Settings. Failing to set the video card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen, a truncated display area or misalignment of the display. The configuration procedure may differ depending on your computer and/or operating system. Also, some video cards may not support certain resolutions. If this is the case, contact the manufacturer of the computer or video card for assistance. Some video cards may not support the 2560x1080 resolution. If the resolution cannot be displayed, contact the manufacturer of your video card. The display color is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored y Set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In Windows, go to Control (16 color)? Panel > Display > Settings > Color Quality. Does the display color appear un- y Check if the signal cable is connected properly. Reconnect the cable stable or in monochrome? or reinsert the PC's video card. Are there spots on the screen? y When using the monitor, pixilated spots (red, green, blue, white or black) may appear on the screen. This is normal for the LCD screen. It is not an error nor is it related to the monitor's performance.
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Page 25: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.2628 mm x 0.2628 mm Resolution Maximum Resolution 2560 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution 2560 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 90 kHz Vertical Frequency 56~75 Hz (PC) Synchronization Separate Sync. Input Connector HDMI IN1, HDMI IN2 , H/P Power Voltage 19 V 1.6 A Power consumption (Typ.) On mode: 23 W Typ. (ENERGY STAR® standard) * 32 W Typ. (Outgoing condition) ** Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W AC/DC adaptor Type ADS-40SG-19-3 19032G, SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC CO.,LTD production Or type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPG-1, SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC CO.,LTD production Or type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPBR-1, SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC CO.,LTD production Or type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPI-1, SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC CO.,LTD production Or type ADS-40FSG-19 19032GPCU-1, SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC CO.,LTD production Or type ADS-32FSG-19 19032EPCU-1L, SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC CO.,LTD production Or type LCAP21A, LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE production Or type LCAP26A-A, LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE production Or type LCAP26A-E, LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE production Or type LCAP26A-I, LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE production Or type LCAP26A-B, LIEN CHANG ELECTRONIC ENTERPRISE production... -
Page 26: Hdmi Timing (Video)
SPECIFICATIONS Factory support mode Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Preset Mode Polarity (H/V) Remarks (kHz) (Hz) 720 x 400 31.468 70.08 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 640 x 480 37.5 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 800 x 600 46.875 1024 x 768 48.363 1024 x 768 60.123 75.029 1152 x 864 67.5 1280 x 720 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 1600 x 900... -
Page 27: Proper Posture
PROPER POSTURE PROPER POSTURE Proper Posture for Using the Monitor Adjust the screen so that you can comfortably view at a slight downward angle from your natural eye level. Take a break for approximately ten minutes every hour to reduce any fatigue caused by long-time usage. The stand of the touch monitor allows the product to be used in the optimum position. Adjust the stand angle to obtain the best view of the screen. You should be looking Adjust the angle slightly down at the screen. So that there is no reflection or glare from the screen. Place your hands gently on the keyboard, keeping your arms bent at the elbows and extended horizontally in front of you. - Page 28 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: LG Model : 29UM59 Responsible Party: LG Electronics Inc. Address : 1000 Sylvan Ave. Englewood Cliffs NJ 07632 U.S.A TEL: 201-266-2534 *above information is only for USA FCC Regulatory Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. Keep the Owner's Manual(CD) in an ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving accessible place for future reference.