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OWNER???S MANUAL
LED LCD MONITOR
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.
LED LCD MONITOR MODEL
E1942S E2042T
E2042S E2242T
E2242S E2342T
E2442T
www.lg.com
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS
11 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
12Customizing Settings
12- Menu Settings
13
14
15
16
17SUPER ENERGY SAVING Setting
18PICTURE MODE Setting
19TROUBLESHOOTING
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 3
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.
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( Depending on the country )
(E2042T/E2242T/E2342T/
E2442T)
(This cable is not included in all countries.)
or
( Depending on the country )
CAUTION
yyDo not use any unapproved accessories to ensure the safety and product life span.
yyAny damages or injuries by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty.
NOTE
yyThe accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.
yyProduct specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
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Parts and buttons
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Power Indicator yyLighting On: Turned on yyLighting Off: Turned off
(Power Button)
Connection panel (See p.9)
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 5
Setting up the Monitor set
Attaching the Stand Base
1Place the Monitor set with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface.
CAUTION
Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage.
21 Attach the Stand Body to the monitor set.
2 Attach the Stand Base.
3 Tighten the screw to the right with a coin.
Detaching the Stand Base
1Place the Monitor set with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface.
21 Pull out the Stand Body and Stand Base from the monitor set.
2Turn the screw to the left with a coin.
3Pull out the Stand Base.
Stand Body
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Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Base
CAUTION
yyThis illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ from the items shown in the picture.
yyDo not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The product may fall and get damaged or injure your foot.
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Mounting on a table
1Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright position on a table.
Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
3Press (Power) button on the bottom switch panel to turn the power on.
CAUTION
Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric shock may occur.
Using the cable holder
2 Connect the
Cable holder
or
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.
Do not touch or press the screen when adjusting the angle of the monitor.
Do not hold this set like below picture.Monitor screen can detach from stand base and injure your body.
NOTE
Tilt from +20 to
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.
NOTE
The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain it from most electronics stores.
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Mounting on a wall
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10 cm on each side and from the wall. Detailed instructions are available from your dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
If you intend to mount the Monitor set to a wall, attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the set.
When you install the Monitor set using a wall mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop.
1Please, Use the screw and wall mount interface in accordance with VESA Standards.
2If you use screw longer than standard, the monitor might be damaged internally.
3If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position. In
this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it.
4VESA compatible.
5Please use VESA standard as below.
yy784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under
*Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm
* Screw : ?? 4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x
Length 10 mm
yy787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above
*Please use VESA standard wall mount pad and screws.
CAUTION
yyDisconnect the power cord first, and then move or install the Monitor set. Otherwise electric shock may occur.
yyIf you install the Monitor set on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury.
yyUse only an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel.
yyDo not over tighten the screws as this may cause damage to the Monitor set and void your warranty.
yyUse only screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty.
NOTE
yyUse the screws that are listed on the VESA standard screw specifications.
yyThe wall mount kit will include an installation manual and necessary parts.
yyThe wall mount bracket is optional. You can obtain additional accessories from your local dealer.
yyThe length of screws may differ depending on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper length.
yyFor more information, refer to the instructions supplied with the wall mount.
USING THE MONITOR SET 9
USING THE MONITOR SET
Connecting to a PC
yyYour Monitor set supports Plug & Play*.
*Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user intervention.
Transmits analog video from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the supplied
NOTE
yyWhen using a
yyMac adapter
For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug adapter is needed to change the 15 pin high density (3 row)
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Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with a DVI cable as shown in the following illustrations.
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CAUTION
yyConnect the signal input cable and tighten
it by turning the screws clockwise.
yyDo not press the screen with your finger for a long time as this may result in temporary distortion on the screen.
yyAvoid displaying a fixed image on the screen for a long period of time to prevent image burn. Use a screensaver if possible.
NOTE
yyWhen you want to use two PC in our Monitor, please connect the signal
yyIf you turn the Monitor set on while it is cold, the screen may flicker. This is normal.
yySome red, green, or blue spots may appear on the screen. This is normal.
Self Image Setting Function
Press the power button on the bottom panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the "Self Image Setting" Function is executed automatically. (Only supported in Analog Mode)
NOTE
yy"Self Image Setting" Function.
This function provides the user with optimal display settings.When the user connects the monitor for the first time, this function automatically adjusts the display to optimal settings for individual input signals.(Only supported in Analog Mode)
yy???AUTO??? Function.
When you encounter problems such as blurry screen, blurred letters, screen flicker or tilted screen while using the device or after changing screen resolution, press the AUTO function button to improve resolution. (Only supported in Analog Mode)
Monitor set Buttons
Use this button to enter SUPER ENERGY SAVING menu.For more information.(See p.17)
(SUPER ENERGY SAVING)
Use this button to enter CUSTOM, TEXT, PHOTO, CINEMA, GAME menus.(See p.18)
When adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO button on the MONITOR
SETUP OSD. (Only supported in Analog Mode)
The best display mode E1942S : 1366 x 768
E2042S / E2042T : 1600 x 900
E2242S / E2242T / E2342T / E2442T : 1920 x 1080
You can choose the input signal.
?????? When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal
?????? When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is
EXIT
Exit the OSD(On Screen Display).
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?????? ORIGINAL
yyAnalog:
yyDigital:
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 13
PICTURE
1Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the MENU OSD.
2Select the "NEXT MENU" button to enter the more option settings.
3Enter to PICTURE by pressing the ??? button.
4Set the options by pressing the ??? or ??? or ??? buttons.
5Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow () button.
Each option is explained below.
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COLOR
1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the MENU OSD.
2 Select the "NEXT MENU" button to enter the more option settings.
3 Select COLOR by pressing the ??? button.
4 Enter to COLOR by pressing the ??? button.
5 Set the options by pressing the ??? or ??? or ??? buttons.
6Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow () button.
Each option is explained below.
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DISPLAY
1Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the MENU OSD.
2Select the "NEXT MENU" button to enter the more option settings.
3Select DISPLAY by pressing the ??? button.
4Enter to DISPLAY by pressing the ??? button.
5Set the options by pressing the ??? or ??? or ??? buttons.
6Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow () button.
Each option is explained below.
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OTHERS
1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the MENU OSD.
2 Select the "NEXT MENU" button to enter the more option settings.
3 Select OTHERS by pressing the ??? button.
4Enter to OTHERS by pressing the ??? button.
5Set the options by pressing the ??? or ??? or ???
buttons.
6Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow () button.
Each option is explained below.
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SUPER ENERGY SAVING Setting
1 Press ( SUPER ENERGY SAVING ) button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the SUPER
ENERGY SAVING OSD.
2 Set the options by pressing the ??? or ??? or ??? buttons.
3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
Each option is explained below.
NOTE
yyTOTAL POWER REDUCTION: How much power is saved while using the monitor.
yyTOTAL CO2 REDUCTION: Change the TOTAL POWER REDUCTION to CO2. yySAVING DATA(W/h)
yySaving Data depends on the Panel. So,those values should be different from each panel and panel vendor.
yyLG calculated these values by using ???broadcast video signal??? (including broadcast video: IEC 62087)
yySUPER SAVING refers to how much power can be saved using the SUPER ENERGY SAVING function.
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18 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
PICTURE MODE Setting
Each option is explained below.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Check the following before calling for service.
No image appears
Do you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen?
Do you see ???OSD LOCKED??? when yy You can secure the current control settings, so that they cannot be you push MENU button?inadvertently changed. You can unlock the OSD controls at any time
by pushing the MENU button for several seconds: the message ???OSD UNLOCKED??? will appear.
Display image is incorrect
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CAUTION
yyCheck Control Panel ??? Display ??? Settings and see if the frequency or the resolution were changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the recommend resolution.
yyIf the recommended resolution (optimal resolution) is not selected, letters may be blurred and the screen may be dimmed, truncated or biased. Make sure to select the recommend resolution.
yyThe setting method can differ by computer and O/S (Operation System), and resolution mentioned above may not be supported by the video card performance. In this case, please ask to the computer or the video card manufacturer.
Display image is incorrect
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
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22 SPECIFICATIONS
???SPECIFICATIONS
E2042S
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
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24 SPECIFICATIONS
???SPECIFICATIONS
E2242S
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
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SPECIFICATIONS???
E2342T
Type
or Type
or Type
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
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28 SPECIFICATIONS
Preset Modes (Resolution)
E1942S
E2042S/E2042T
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Preset Modes (Resolution)
E2242S/E2242T/E2342T/E2442T
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Indicator
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30 PROPER POSTURE
PROPER POSTURE
Proper posture for using the Monitor set.
Adjust the Monitor set and your posture to allow you to view images at the optimal viewing angle.
Place your hands gently on the keyboard, keeping your arms bent at the elbows and horizontally outright.
Adjust the location of the Monitor set to avoid it reflecting light.
Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product.
Keep the Owner???s Manual (CD) in an accessible place for future reference.
The model and serial number of the SET is located on the back and one side of the SET. Record it below should you ever need service.
MODEL
SERIAL
ENERGY STAR is a set of
As an ENERGY STAR Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.