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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.
CONTENTS LICENSE ---------------------------- ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING - - Product Components -------------------------- 4 - Supported Drivers and Software -------------- 5 - Component and Button Description ---------- 6 - Moving and Lifting the Monitor --------------- 7 - Setting up the Monitor set ------------------- 8 Attaching the Stand Base Mounting on a table Using the cable holder...
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 Ad- ministrator, Inc. The following content is only applied to the monitor which is sold in Europe market and which needs to...
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.
Supported Drivers and Software You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). Drivers and Software 24BK550Y Installation Priority 27BK550Y Monitor Driver Recommended OnScreen Control Recommended Dual Controller Optional...
Component and Button Description Power Indicator Lighting On : Turned on Lighting Off : Turned off (Power Button) Button Input Connector USB IN 1 USB IN 2...
Moving and Lifting the Monitor When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor from being CAUTION scratched or damaged and to ensure safe trans- portation regardless of its shape or size. As far as possible, avoid touching the moni- tor screen.
Setting up the Monitor set Attaching the Stand Base CAUTION To protect the screen from scratches, cover WARNING the surface with a soft cloth. To avoid injury to the fingers and foot when Assembly Stand Body and Base, should hold Base when assembly stand body and base.
Mounting on a table CAUTION Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright Illustrations in this document represent typical position on a table. procedures, so they may look different from the Leave a 100 mm (minimum) space from the actual product.
Adjusting the Stand Height Using the cable holder Arrange the cables using the cable holder as Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. shown in the illustration. The height can be adjusted up to 130.0 mm. 130.0 mm Rotate Set(Pivot) and put connectors. It is easy to put connectors and manage cables using cable holder.
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 Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the monitor's frame as illustrated below.
Pivot Feature The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise and -90° counter clockwise. Raise the monitor to the maximum height. 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 Win- dows operating system.
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WARNING Take care when rotating the monitor if the cable is connected. To avoid injury when rotating the display, do not place your fingers between the display and the stand base. NOTE The left or right side of the monitor head can be slightly rotated up or down (up to 3°).
Detaching the Stand Body Using the Kensington security system The Kensington security system connector is Place the monitor’s screen face down. To located at the back of the Monitor set. For more protect the screen from scratches, cover the information of installation and using, refer to the surface with a soft cloth.
If you use screw longer than standard, the moni- tor might be damaged internally. Back Cover 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:...
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to a PC DVI-D connection Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*. the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor *Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected set with a DVI cable as shown in the following device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user...
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There may be no video or audio output de- connection error may occur. pending on the DP version of the PC. Recommended HDMI cable types If you use generic cables not certified by LG, ® - High-Speed HDMI Cable the screen may not display or there may be ®...
Connecting Peripherals Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the head- USB Cable connection - PC phones port. Connect as illustrated. The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. (sold sepa- rately) USB UP USB IN 1 USB IN 2 One USB Upstream port Two USB Downstream ports...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Activating the Main Menu Press the Menu ( ) button. Use the , , , buttons to adjust the options. Press the Menu ( ) button to exit the OSD menu. Monitor buttons Button Description Menu ( If the menu is inactive Activates the main menu.
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Customizing settings 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 1 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.
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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.
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Customizing settings Menu > Sound Description Volume To adjust the Volume of headphone or speaker. Main Audio To choose the audio source input. Menu > General Description Language To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. Power LED Turns the power indicator on the front side of the monitor on/off.
Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? Have you installed the display y Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com. driver? y Make sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function.
SPECIFICATIONS 24BK550Y LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.2745 mm x 0.2745 mm Resolution Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 KHz to 83 KHz Vertical Frequency...
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SPECIFICATIONS 27BK550Y LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.3114 mm x 0.3114 mm Resolution Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 KHz to 83 KHz Vertical Frequency...
Preset Modes (Resolution) D-SUB / DVI-D / HDMI / DP PC Timing Horizontal Vertical Display Modes (Resolution) Polarity(H/V) Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) 720 x 400 31.468 DP not support 640 x 480 31.469 640 x 480 37.500 DP not support 800 x 600 37.879 800 x 600 46.875...
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Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. The model and serial number of the product are located on the This Product qualifies for ENERGY STAR® back and on one side of the product. Changing the factory default configuration and settings or Record them below in case you ever need service.