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OWNER'S MANUAL
Gaming Computer Monitor
(LED Computer Monitor*)
* Disclaimer : LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights.
This product is a computer monitor and not for television purpose.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it
for future reference.
32GN500
32GN50T
www.lg.com
32GN550
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  • Page 1 Gaming Computer Monitor (LED Computer Monitor*) * Disclaimer : LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. This product is a computer monitor and not for television purpose. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE ........3 USING THE MONITOR ....16 TROUBLESHOOTING ....31 - Connecting to a PC...........16 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ..34 HDMI Connection NOTICE INFORMATION ....4 - Factory Support Mode..........38 DisplayPort Connection - HDMI Timing (Video) ..........39 - Connecting Peripherals...........17 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 - Power LED ..............39...
  • Page 3: 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 Administrator, Inc.
  • Page 4: Open Source Software Notice Information

    • 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.
  • Page 5: Supported Drivers And Software

    Supported Drivers and Software Product and Button Description You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). Drivers and Software Installation Priority Monitor Driver Recommended OnScreen Control Recommended Joystick Button...
  • Page 6: How To Use The Joystick Button

    Moving and Lifting the Monitor How to Use the Joystick Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor moving it left/right with your finger. from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
  • Page 7 • 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. •...
  • Page 8: Installing On A Table

    Installing on a Table CAUTION • Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor • Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. electric shock.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Stand Height (32Gn550)

    Adjusting the Angle Adjusting the Stand Height (32GN550) Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. Adjust the angle of the screen.
  • Page 10 • Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the WARNING monitor. • To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part 32GN500 of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below. 32GN550 32GN50T 32GN500 32GN50T...
  • Page 11: Pivot Feature (32Gn550)

    Pivot Feature (32GN550) Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. Head Stand Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. WARNING •...
  • Page 12: Tidying Up Cables

    Tidying up Cables Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below. Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. NOTE • Auto Pivot feature of the display is not supported. • The screen can be rotated easily using the screen pivot shortcut key provided with your Windows operating system.
  • Page 13: Using The Kensington Lock

    Using the Kensington Lock Installing the Wall Mount Plate The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible monitor. devices. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s Place the screen face down.
  • Page 14: Installing On The Wall

    If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside of bracket. the product. 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. 100 mm Wall Mount (mm)
  • Page 15 • 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 Back of the the local dealer or qualified personnel.
  • Page 16: Using The Monitor

    USING THE MONITOR Connecting to a PC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. • Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without Press the joystick button, go to Menu →...
  • Page 17: Displayport Connection

    Connecting Peripherals DisplayPort Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. Connecting Headphones NOTE Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. • There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC.
  • Page 18: User Settings

    USER SETTINGS Button Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Exits the main menu. Activating the Main Menu (Holding down the button to turn off the monitor. You can Main menu enabled turn off the monitor this way at any time, including when the Press the joystick button on the bottom of the OSD is on.) monitor.
  • Page 19: Main Menu Features

    Main Menu Features Main Menu Description Input Sets input mode. Power Off Power Off Turns off the monitor. Menu Configures the screen settings. Input Exit Menu Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Exit Exits the main menu. Game Mode...
  • Page 20: User Settings

    User Settings Menu Settings To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( ) it.
  • Page 21 Game Mode on SDR(Non-HDR)signal. Menu > Game Mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options. Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup Gamer 2 options.
  • Page 22 Game Mode on HDR signal. Menu > HDR Game Mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options. Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup Gamer 2 options.
  • Page 23 Menu > Game Adjust Description This mode minimizes motion blur in fast-moving videos. To take full advantage of this function, select 1920 x 1080 @ 120Hz/144Hz/165Hz before enabling 1ms Motion Blur Reduction. This function is available for the following vertical frequency. (120Hz/144Hz/165Hz) Turns 1ms Motion Blur Reduction Mode off.
  • Page 24 Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal. CAUTION • In HDMI input, the menu name is displayed as certified AMD FreeSync Tier name instead of Adaptive-Sync. (FreeSync / FreeSync Premium / FreeSync Premium Pro) •...
  • Page 25 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. Response Time Faster Sets the response time to Faster.
  • Page 26 Menu > Picture Adjust Description Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. Mode 1, Mode The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter 2, Mode 3 the image becomes.
  • Page 27 Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen. Disables the DFC feature. Do you want to reset your picture settings? Picture Adjust Picture Reset Cancel the select. Returns to the default settings.
  • Page 28 Menu > Input Description Input List Selects the input mode. Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. Full Wide Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input. Input Original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input. Aspect Ratio NOTE •...
  • Page 29 Menu > General Description Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Disables the SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. SMART ENERGY SAVING NOTE •...
  • Page 30 This feature lets you set the sound generated from Buzzer when your monitor powers on. Buzzer Enables your monitor's Buzzer. Disables your monitor's Buzzer. This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus. Enables OSD Lock. General Disables OSD Lock. OSD Lock NOTE All features are disabled except Brightness, Contrast in Picture Adjust, Input, OSD Lock and Information in General.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    Have you installed the display driver? • Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com. • Make sure to check if the graphics card supports Plug and Play function. Some features are disabled.
  • Page 32 The screen retains an image. Does image sticking occur even when the • Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image. monitor is turned off? • To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver. Screen display is unstable and shaky.
  • Page 33 The display color is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored • Set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In Windows, go to Control Panel > Display > Menu > Color Quality. (The settings (16 colors)? may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.) Does the display color appear unstable or •...
  • Page 34: Product Specification

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 32GN500 32GN50T LCD Screen Color Depth 8-bit color is supported. Resolution Max Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 165 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 165 Hz Power Sources Power Rating 19 V 2.0 A Power Consumption On mode: 40 W Typ. (Outgoing condition)* (Typical) Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) : ≤...
  • Page 35 Dimensions Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth) With Stand 714.7 x 515.1 x 224.8 (mm) Without Stand 714.7 x 428 x 77.5 (mm) Weight (Without Packaging) With Stand 5.9 kg Without Stand 5.2 kg Specifications are subject to change without notice. The Power Consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting.
  • Page 36 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 32GN550 LCD Screen Color Depth 8-bit color is supported. Resolution Max Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 165 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 165 Hz Power Sources Power Rating 19 V 2.0 A Power Consumption On mode: 40 W Typ. (Outgoing condition)* (Typical) Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) : ≤...
  • Page 37 Dimensions Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth) With Stand 714.7 x 600.3 x 292.1 (mm) Without Stand 714.7 x 428 x 50.9 (mm) Weight (Without Packaging) With Stand 7.2 kg Without Stand 5.1 kg Specifications are subject to change without notice. The Power Consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting.
  • Page 38: Factory Support Mode

    Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort PC) Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Polarity (H/V) Remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 76.302 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 97.551 1024 x 768 48.363 60.0 1280 x 720...
  • Page 39: Hdmi Timing (Video)

    HDMI Timing (Video) Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Remarks 480P 31,5 720P 1080P 67,5 1080P Only HDMI 2.0 and HDMI Freesync Premium 2160P Only HDMI 2.0 and HDMI Freesync Premium Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode Red (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) Off Mode...
  • Page 40 The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product. Record them below in case you ever need service. Model Serial No.

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