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LED LCD Monitor
(LED Monitor*)
*LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and
retain it for future reference.
LED LCD MONITOR MODEL
27MP68HM
www.lg.com
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual LED LCD Monitor (LED Monitor*) *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. LED LCD MONITOR MODEL 27MP68HM www.lg.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS LICENSE ---------------------------- ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING - - Unpacking -------------------------------------- 4 - Supported Drivers and Software -------------- 5 - Parts and buttons ----------------------------- 6 - Moving and Lifting the Monitor --------------- 8 - Setting up the Monitor set ------------------- 9 USING THE MONITOR SET ------ - Connecting to a PC --------------------------- 14 - Connecting to AV Devices -------------------- 15...
  • 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. in the United States and other countries.
  • Page 4: Assembling And Preparing

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and accessories. D-SUB Cable HDMI Cable ( This cable is not included in all...
  • Page 5: Supported Drivers And Software

    Supported Drivers and Software You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website ( www.lg.com ). Drivers and Software Installation Priority 27MP68HM Monitor Driver Recommended OnScreen Control Recommended...
  • Page 6: Parts And Buttons

    Parts and buttons 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...
  • Page 7 Parts and buttons Input Connector...
  • Page 8: Moving And Lifting The Monitor

    Moving and Lifting the Monitor CAUTION When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions As far as possible, avoid touching the monitor screen. to prevent the monitor from being scratched or damaged and This may result in damage to the screen or some of to ensure safe transportation regardless of its shape or size.
  • Page 9: Setting Up The Monitor Set

    Setting up the Monitor set Detaching the Stand Base Attaching the Stand Base Stand Body Stand Base Stand Body CAUTION To protect the screen from scratches, cover the Stand Base surface with a soft cloth. Stand Body * If it is difficult to remove, you can push the Latch with a small flat-head screw driver or a flat-headed tool and Stand Base disassemble as shown below.
  • Page 10 Mounting on a table CAUTION Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright position on a Illustrations in this document represent typical table. procedures, so they may look different from the actual Leave a 100 mm (minimum) space from the wall for product.
  • Page 11 WARNING Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor to turn on the monitor. When you adjust the angle, do not hold the bottom of the Monitor set frame as shown on the following illustration, as may injure your fingers. CAUTION Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location.
  • Page 12 Using the Kensington security system The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the Monitor set. For more information of installation and using, refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit http://www.kensington.com . Connect the Kensington security system cable between the Monitor set and a table.
  • Page 13 Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Please use the genuine LG wall mounting bracket. For more information, contact 100 mm your local retail store or a qualified installer.
  • Page 14: Using The Monitor Set

    USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to a PC HDMI connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*. your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the *Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected device that Monitor set with the HDMI cable as shown in the following users connect to a PC and turn on, without device illustrations.
  • Page 15: Connecting To Av Devices

    Connecting to AV Devices CAUTION Connect the signal input cable and HDMI connection tighten it by turning the screws clockwise. Transmits the digital video and audio signals from Do not press the screen with your AV devices to the monitor. Connect your AV your finger for a long time as this may result in device to the monitor with the HDMI cable as il- temporary distortion on the screen.
  • Page 16: Connecting To External Devices

    Connecting to External Devices Peripheral device connection Connect peripheral devices to the monitor using headphone ports. (sold separately) NOTE Peripheral devices are sold separately. Cables with angled plugs may have clearance issues, use straight plugs when possible. Angle Type Straight Type NOTE Headphones or speakers may not work normally, depending on the server PC settings.
  • Page 17: 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. Joystick Button Button Menu Status...
  • Page 18: 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 ap- pear in the bottom right corner.
  • Page 19: Picture

    -Picture To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bot- tom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to by moving the joystick. Picture 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 ◄...
  • Page 20 Picture Adjust SUPER RESOLUTION+ High Optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants crystal clear images. It is effective forhigh quality video or game. Middle The optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants images between low and highmodes for comfortable viewing. It is effective for UCC or SD video.
  • Page 21 Color Adjust Gamma The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes. If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Off. Color Temp Selects the factory default picture color. Warm: Sets the screen color to a reddish tone.
  • Page 22: Sound

    - Sound 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. Sound Configure the options following the instructions that ap- pear in the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄...
  • Page 23: General

    -General To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bot- tom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to by moving the joystick. General 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 ◄...
  • Page 24: Auto Configuration

    -Auto Configuration 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. Auto Configuration Configure the options following the instructions that ap- pear in the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄...
  • Page 25: Reset

    -Reset To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bot- tom 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 ◄...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following before calling for service. No image appears Is the power cord of the display y Check and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power outlet. connected? Is the power indicator light on? y Press the Power button.
  • Page 27 Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? Have you installed the display driver? y Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com . y Make sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function.
  • Page 28: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 27MP68HM Display Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.3114 mm x 0.3114 mm (Pixel Pitch) Sync Input Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 85 kHz(HDMI)(FreeSync on) 30 kHz to 83 kHz(HDMI)(FreeSync off) 30 kHz to 83 khz(D-SUB) Vertical Frequency 40 Hz to 75 Hz(HDMI)(FreeSync on) 56 Hz to 75 Hz(HDMI)(FreeSync off)
  • Page 29: Preset Modes (Resolution)

    Preset Modes (Resolution) D-SUB/HDMI PC Timing Horizontal Display Modes (Resolution) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) Frequency(kHz) 720 x 400 31.468 640 x 480 31.469 640 x 480 37.500 800 x 600 37.879 800 x 600 46.875 1024 x 768 48.363 1024 x 768 60.023 1152 x 864 67.500...
  • Page 30 ENERGY STAR® is a set of power-saving guidelines issued The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on by the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). one side of the product. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner LGE U. S. A., Inc. has Record them below in case you ever need service.

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