LG UltraGear 32GQ950 Owner's Manual

LG UltraGear 32GQ950 Owner's Manual

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(LED Monitor*)
* LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.
32GQ950
www.lg.com
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2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual (LED Monitor*) * LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 32GQ950 www.lg.com Copyright 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE ........3 USING THE MONITOR ....15 - Connecting to a PC...........15 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE HDMI Connection NOTICE INFORMATION ....4 DisplayPort Connection - Connecting AV Devices ...........16 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 HDMI Connection - Supported Drivers and Software ......5 - Connecting Peripherals...........17 - Product and Button Description......5 USB Device connection...
  • 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. The SuperSpeed USB Trident logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, 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 Recommended LG UltraGear Control Center Optional LG Calibration Studio Optional 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/up/down with your finger. from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
  • Page 7: 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 • Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible. at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. - This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images.
  • Page 8: Adjusting The Stand Height

    Adjusting the Stand Height CAUTION Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. • Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. electric shock.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Angle

    Adjusting the Angle • Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the monitor. Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5° to 15° for a comfortable viewing experience.
  • Page 10: Pivot Feature

    Pivot Feature Raise the monitor to the maximum height. The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. Head Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. Stand WARNING • To avoid scratching the stand base, make sure that when rotating the monitor using the pivot feature, the stand does not make contact with the monitor.
  • Page 11: Using The Kensington Lock

    Using the Kensington Lock Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s manual or visit the website at http://www.kensington.com.
  • Page 12: Installing The Wall Mount Plate

    Installing the Wall Mount Plate Installing on the Wall This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible Install the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall and leave about 100 mm devices. of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed installation instructions can be obtained from your local retail store.
  • Page 13 The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. Be sure to use A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor the proper length. to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non- standard screws. •...
  • Page 14 • Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that conform to VESA standards. Damage caused by the use or misuse of inappropriate components will not be covered by the product warranty. • When measured from the back of the monitor, the length of each installed screw must be 8 mm or less.
  • Page 15: 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 Settings →...
  • Page 16: Displayport Connection

    Connecting AV Devices DisplayPort Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. HDMI Connection NOTE HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. • There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC.
  • Page 17: Connecting Peripherals

    Connecting Peripherals Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. USB Device connection NOTE The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. • Peripheral devices are sold separately. To use USB 3.0, connect the A-B type USB 3.0 cable of the product to the PC. •...
  • Page 18: User Settings

    USER SETTINGS Button Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Enters the Settings feature. 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 Power Off Input Sets input mode. Power Off Turns off the monitor. Settings Input Game Mode Settings Configures the screen settings. Exit Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Exit Exits the main menu.
  • 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 Settings. 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 Optimises the screen for high dynamic range. sRGB A standard RGB colour space for the monitor and printer. Calibration 1 Adjusts to the calibrated screen. Calibration 2 NOTE Calibration 1/Calibration 2 : Please install LG Calibration Studio to run calibration. •...
  • Page 22 Game Mode on HDR signal. Settings > Game Mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customise 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 Gamer 2 setup options.
  • Page 23 Settings > Game Adjust Description Sets Overclock to a higher refresh rate than specified by the panel specification. Disables the Overclock improvement feature. NOTE • After the monitor reboots, change the maximum refresh rate setting in the GPU control panel. Overclock •...
  • Page 24 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 25 Settings > 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 2, The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the Mode 3 lighter the image becomes.
  • Page 26 Maximizes the contrast ratio by making the bright areas of the screen brighter and the dark areas of the screen darker. Turning this option off may increase energy consumption. Faster Sets the local dimming to faster. Local Dimming Fast Sets the local dimming to fast. Normal Sets the local dimming to normal.
  • Page 27 Settings > 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. Original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input. Input Just Scan The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original.
  • Page 28 Settings > General Description Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. Hexagon Lighting You can turn on or off the lighting on the back of the monitor, and you can also select or adjust the lighting color. User-defined Key 1 You can customise the main menu to access your preferred menu easily.
  • Page 29 Please set the Input Compatibility Version to match the version of the connected external device. 2.1(PC)/2.1(AV)/1.4 HDMI Input Compatibility If you want to use the HDR, select the Input Compatibility Version to 2.1(PC) or 2.1(AV). Version 1.4(DSC)/1.4/1.2 DisplayPort If you want to use the HDR, select the Input Compatibility Version to 1.4(DSC) or 1.4. This feature lets you set the sound generated from Buzzer when your monitor powers on.
  • Page 30: 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 31 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 32 NOTE • Vertical Frequency: In order to display an image, the screen must be refreshed dozens of times per second, like a fluorescent lamp. The number of times the screen is refreshed per second is called vertical frequency, or refresh rate, and is represented by Hz. •...
  • Page 33 The display colour is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored • Set the colour to 24 bit (true colour) or higher. In Windows, go to Control Panel > Display > Settings > Color Quality. (The (16 colours)? settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.) Does the display colour appear unstable •...
  • Page 34: Product Specification

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATION LCD Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit/10-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. Resolution Max Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 144 Hz (HDMI) 3840 x 2160 @ 160 Hz (DP/Over Clock on) Recommended Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 144 Hz (HDMI) 3840 x 2160 @ 144 Hz (DP) Power Sources Power Rating...
  • Page 35 Weight (Without Packaging) With Stand 11.6 kg Without Stand 9.3 kg Specifications are subject to change without notice. The symbol means alternating current, and the symbol means direct current. The Power Consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard.
  • Page 36: 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 DisplayPort / HDMI 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 DisplayPort / HDMI 1024 x 768 48.363 DisplayPort / HDMI 1920 x 1080 67.5 DisplayPort / HDMI...
  • Page 37: Hdmi Timing (Video)

    HDMI Timing (Video) Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Remarks 480P 31.5 576P 31.25 720P 37.5 720P 1080P 56.25 1080P 67.5 1080P 2160P 2160P 56.25 2160P 67.5 2160P 112.5 2160P 2160P...
  • Page 38: Power Led

    Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode Red (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) Off Mode...
  • Page 39 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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