LG 29UT55D User manual

www.lg.com
Guides on Using Product Functions
(Windows,Mac)
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and
retain it for future reference.

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yFailing to set the graphics card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen,
a truncated display area, or misalignment of the display.
yThe configuration procedure may differ depending on your computer and/or operating system. Also, some
graphics
cards may not support certain resolutions. If this is the case, contact the manufacturer of the computer or graphics
card for assistance.
ySome
graphics card s may not support 2560 x 1080 resolution. It is recommended to use a graphics card that
supports 2560 x 1080 resolution. Even when you set the resolution to 2560 x 1080 on your PC, the actual PC
output may not support the resolution. Press the OK button on the monitor to check the current resolution of your
PC. (Shown on the OSD at the top right of the monitor screen.)
Graphics Card Interface OS
HDMI DP Win XP Win Vista Win 7 Win 8 Mac
2560 x 1080
Intel HD3000 or higher O O
No constraintsAMD HD54XX/HD64XX/
HD77XX or higher O O
NVIDIA GeForce 300 or higher O O
CAUTION
yThe setting method can vary depending on the computer and the O/S. You may not be able to select certain
resolutions depending on the
graphics card performance. In such cases, please refer to the user's manual of the
computer and/or graphics card .
<STEP 1> <STEP 2> <STEP 3>
5Select the [Advanced] button.
6Select the [Monitor] tab and
set the vertical frequency to
60Hz in the “Refresh Rate”
column.
7Click the [Apply] button to
complete optimal frequency
setting.
[Windows XP]
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Precautions for Changing Resolution
System Requirements for Graphics Cards
1Move the mouse pointer to an
empty area on the Windows
screen (with no icons or
task bars) and click the right
mouse button.
2When the pop-up menu
appears, click the “Property”.
3Choose the “Settings”
menu and select an optimal
resolution.(2560 x 1080)
4Click the [Apply] button to
complete resolution setting.
Guides on Using Product Functions (Windows)

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[Windows Vista]
<STEP 1> <STEP 3><STEP 2>
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1Move the mouse pointer to an
empty area on the Windows
screen (with no icons or
task bars) and click the right
mouse button.
2When the pop-up menu
appears, click the “Screen
resolution”.
3Choose the “Settings”
menu and select an optimal
resolution.(2560 x 1080)
4Click the [Apply] button to
complete resolution setting.
5Select the [Advanced] button.
6Select the [Monitor] tab and
set the vertical frequency to
60 Hz in the “Refresh Rate”
column.
7Click the [Apply] button to
complete optimal frequency
setting.
1Move the mouse pointer to an
empty area on the Windows
screen (with no icons or
task bars) and click the right
mouse button.
2When the pop-up menu
appears, click the
“Personalize”.
3Choose the “Display Settings”
menu and select an optimal
resolution.(2560 x 1080)
4
Click the [Apply] button to
complete resolution setting.
5
Select the [Advanced] button.
6
Select the [Monitor] tab and
set the vertical frequency to
60 Hz in the “Refresh Rate”
column.
7
Click the [Apply] button to
complete optimal frequency
setting.

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Using the Program Guide Function
Confirm the channel information.
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You can move up or down by using the ▲ and▼ buttons.
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Using the buttons, you can select the Watch or Remind functions.
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Displays the program guide for all of the channels. * Depending on your country, this function may not be available.
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You can check the channel information for the current channel or for all channels.
Press the button on the remote control.
* Press the "INFO" key in the countries where the GUIDE button is not available.
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information will then be updated to display the next channel instead.
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- Screen Split: Automatically splits the monitor screen into the desired layouts.
- Auto Resolution : Automatically switches to the optimal resolution when the monitor is connected to the PC in PBP
mode.
* The software listed above can be installed using the CD provided with the product or downloaded from the LG
Electronics website.
* Graphics card: It is recommended to use a graphics card that supports 2560 x 1080 resolution.
Software
Installation
Priority
(required/
optional)
Supported
Interface Supported OS
DP HDMI Win XP Win Vista Win 7 Win 8 Mac Linux
Screen Split Optional O O O O(32bit) O O 10.7 / 10.8 / 10.9 X
Monitor Driver Optional O O O O O O X X
Auto Resolution Required O O X X O O X X
LG Software Introduction/System Requirements
Driver
- Installation priority (required/optional): Optional
- Usage: The resolution and frequency are adjusted for the monitor.
How to Install
- Installing with the CD provided
: Insert the user manual CD provided in the product box into the PC's CD drive and install the program.
- Downloading from the LG Electronics website
: Visit the LG Electronics website (www.lg.com) and download the latest software for your model.

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Screen Split (MONITOR Screen Split Software)
- Installation priority (required/optional): Optional
- Usage: Automatically splits the monitor screen into desired
layouts (2 sections, 3 sections, or 4 sections).
How to Install
- Installing with the CD provided
: Insert the user manual CD provided in the product box into
the PC's CD drive and install the LG Monitor Software.
On the Select Options window, select Screen Split and
continue.
- Downloading from the LG Electronics website
: Visit the LG Electronics website (www.lg.com) and download
the latest software for your model.
How to Run
1
Double-click on the shortcut icon on the desktop, or
2
Click on the tray icon at the bottom right of the PC screen.
Check "I accept the terms of the agreement" on the License
Agreement screen and then click on the [Next] button.
When the installation is complete, restart the system.
How to Use
* For details on using the software, refer to the program's Help.
1. Click on the tray icon at the bottom right of the PC screen.
2. Select a screen layout.
3. The screen split layout is applied.
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Using PIP
How to Run
Setting the PIP
1. Press the
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button on the remote control. 2. Select an input to use as the sub screen.
- Usage: The input for each device is simultaneously displayed on the monitor screen.
* If the Main Input is TV, component, AV, or USB then the PIP function is not available.
1 Press the PIP Settings button on the remote control and then select "Position."
2 Select the desired position using the arrow keys and then press the OK button.
* Activate when the size is not PIP Balanced.
■ Size: Set the PIP screen size.
■ Audio : Select an audio output device.
■ Position: Set the PIP position.
■ Ratio: Set the PIP sub screen ratio.
■ Transparency: Set the transparency of the PIP window.
1 Press the PIP Settings button on the remote control and then select "Ratio."
2 Select the desired ratio using the arrow keys and then press the OK button.
* Activate when the size is PIP Balanced.
1 Press the PIP Settings button on the remote control and then select "Transparency."
2 Select the desired transparency using the arrow keys and then press the OK button.
* Activate when the size is not PIP Balanced.
1 Press the PIP Settings button on the remote control and then select "Size."
2 Select the desired size using the arrow keys.
1 Press the PIP Settings button on the remote control and then select "Audio."
2 Select the desired audio input using the arrow keys.
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Precautions for Changing Resolution
* For HDMI connections, you may be required to enforce custom settings from the graphics card control panel or update to the latest
graphics card driver.
* Support settings are subject to change.
<Step 1> <Step 3>
<Step 2>
[Mac]
Graphics Card Interface OS
HDMI DP Win XP Win Vista Win 7 Win 8 Mac
2560 x 1080
Intel HD3000 or higher O O
No constraintsAMD HD54XX/HD64XX/HD77XX or
higher O O
NVIDIA GeForce 300 or higher O O
1. On the Doc bar, click on the System Preferences icon. 4. In the Display tab, select Best for display. The display is now
set to the recommended resolution (2560 x 1080).
3. Select Scaled and select a desired resolution and a refresh
rate. Settings are now complete.
2. When the System Preferences window opens, select
“Display.”
yFailing to set the graphics card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen,
a truncated display area, or misalignment of the display.
yThe configuration procedure may differ depending on your computer and/or operating system. Also, some
graphics
card s may not support certain resolutions. If this is the case, contact the manufacturer of the computer or graphics
card for assistance.
ySome
graphics card s may not support 2560 x 1080 resolution. It is recommended to use a graphics card that
supports 2560 x 1080 resolution. Even when you set the resolution to 2560 x 1080 on your PC, the actual PC
output may not support the resolution. Press the OK button on the monitor to check the current resolution of your
PC. (Shown on the OSD at the top right of the monitor screen.)
System Requirements for Graphics Cards
Guides on Using Product Functions (Mac)

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Using the Program Guide Function
You can move up or down by using the ▲ and▼ buttons.
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Using the buttons, you can select the Watch or Remind functions.
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Displays the program guide for all of the channels. * Depending on your country, this function may not
be available.
Press the button on the remote control.
* Press the "INFO" key in the countries where the GUIDE button is not available.
yIt is possible to switch channels while operating the information display and, if the channel is changed, the
information will then be updated to display the next channel instead.
NOTE
- Screen Split: Automatically splits the monitor screen into the desired layouts.
* The software listed above can be installed using the CD provided with the product or downloaded from the LG Electronics website.
* Graphics card: It is recommended to use a graphics card that supports 2560 x 1080 resolution.
Software
Installation
Priority
(required/
optional)
Supported
Interface Supported OS
DP HDMI Win XP Win Vista Win 7 Win 8 Mac Linux
Screen Split Optional O O O O(32bit) O O 10.7 / 10.8 / 10.9 X
LG Software Introduction/System Requirements
Confirm the channel information.
/ Time /Menu change All
Schedule
You can check the channel information for the current channel or for all channels.
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Screen Split (MONITOR Screen Split Software)
- Installation priority (required/optional): Optional
- Usage: Automatically splits the monitor screen into desired
layouts (2 sections, 3 sections, or 4 sections).
How to Install
- Installing with the CD provided
: Insert the user manual CD provided in the product box into
the PC's CD drive and install the Screen Split.
- Downloading from the LG Electronics website
: Visit the LG Electronics website (www.lg.com) and download
the latest software for your model.
How to Run
- Finder → Applications → Run Screen Split
How to Use
* For details on using the software, refer to the program's Help.
1. When the installation program starts, click on [Continue].
During the installation, you have to accept the license
agreement.
2. Enter the Super User password and click on [Install
Software].
3. Click on [Close] to finish the installation.
1. Click on the tray icon at the bottom right of the PC screen.
2. Select a screen layout.
3. The screen split layout is applied.
- Click on the Screen Split icon on the menu bar.
- Search for “Screen Split” in Spotlight search.
*Image shown may differ from your TV.