LG 27EC33V User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
LED LCD MONITOR
27EC33V
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
LED LCD MONITOR MODEL
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS
3 ASSEMBLINGANDPREPAR-
ING
3 Unpacking
4 Parts and buttons
5 Setting up the Monitor set
5 - Attaching the Stand Base
6 - Detaching the Stand Base
7 - Mounting on a table
7 - Using the cable holder
9 - Mounting on a wall
10 USINGTHEMONITORSET
10 Connecting to a PC
10 - D-SUB connection
10 - DVI-D connection
10 - HDMI connection
12 CUSTOMIZINGSETTINGS
13 Customizing Settings
13 - Menu Settings
14 - PICTURE
15 - COLOR
16 - DISPLAY
16 - VOLUME
17 - OTHERS
18 MY KEY Setting
19 FUNC. Setting
19 - PICTURE MODE
20 - SUPER ENERGY SAVING
21 - DUAL DISPLAY
21 - DUAL WEB
22 - MY KEY SETTING
23 TROUBLESHOOTING
25 SPECIFICATIONS
25 27EC33V
26 Preset Modes (Resolution)
26 Indicator
27 PROPERPOSTURE
27 Proper posture for using the Monitor set.

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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.
 Do not use any unapproved accessories to ensure the safety and product life span.
 Any damages or injuries by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty.
 The accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.
 Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade
of product functions.
CAUTION
NOTE
StandBody StandBase
CD(Owner'sManual)/
Card D-SUBCable
DVI-DCable
(This cable is not included
in all countries.)
( Depending on the country ) ( Depending on the country )
PowerCord AC-DCAdapter AC-DCAdapter
or
TwoScrews

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Partsandbuttons
PowerIndicator
 LightingOn:Turnedon
 LightingOff:Turnedoff
Connection panel (See p.10)
Button (See p.12)
(Power Button)

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Attach the StandBody to the monitor set.
Use two screws to fix the StandBody and
monitor set.
Attach the StandBase.
Tighten the screw to the right with a coin.
SettinguptheMonitorset
AttachingtheStandBase
1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side
down on a flat and cushioned surface.
Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth
on the surface to protect the screen from
damage.
CAUTION
StandBase
StandBody
StandBody
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
 This illustration depicts the general model of
connection. Your monitor may differ from the
items shown in the picture.
 Do not carry the product upside down holding
only the stand base. The product may fall
and get damaged or injure your foot.
CAUTION
DetachingtheStandBase
1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side
down on a flat and cushioned surface.
StandBase
StandBody
StandBody
Turn the screw to the left with a coin.
Pull out the StandBase from the Stand
Body.
Remove two screws and pull out the Stand
Body from the monitor set.
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Mountingonatable
1 Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright
position on a table.
Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall
for proper ventilation.
Usingthecableholder
2 Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord
to a wall outlet.
3 Press (Power) button on the bottom switch
panel to turn the power on.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
Unplug the power cord before moving the
Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric
shock may occur.
CAUTION
Cableholder
or

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
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.
The Kensington security system is optional.
You can obtain it from most electronics stores.
NOTE
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.
WARNING
Tilt from +20 to -5 degrees up or down to adjust
the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view.
NOTE
Front Rear

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
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.
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.
1 Please, Use the screw and wall mount interface
in accordance with VESA Standards.
2 If you use screw longer than standard, the
monitor might be damaged internally.
3 If you use improper screw, the product might be
damaged and drop from mounted position. In
this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for
it.
4 VESA compatible.
5 Please use VESA standard as below.
 784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under
* Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm
* Screw : Φ 4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x
Length 10 mm
 787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above
* Please use VESA standard wall mount pad
and screws.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
 Disconnect the power cord first, and then
move or install the Monitor set. Otherwise
electric shock may occur.
 If you install the Monitor set on a ceiling or
slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe
injury.
 Use only an authorized LG wall mount
and contact the local dealer or qualified
personnel.
 Do not over tighten the screws as this may
cause damage to the Monitor set and void
your warranty.
 Use 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.
 Use the screws that are listed on the VESA
standard screw specifications.
 The wall mount kit will include an installation
manual and necessary parts.
 The wall mount bracket is optional. You can
obtain additional accessories from your local
dealer.
 The length of screws may differ depending
on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper
length.
 For more information, refer to the
instructions supplied with the wall mount.
CAUTION
NOTE
Model 27EC33V
VESA(AxB) 100 x 100
Standardscrew M4
Numberofscrews 4

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USING THE MONITOR SET
USINGTHEMONITORSET
ConnectingtoaPC
 Your 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.
D-SUBconnection
Transmits analog video from your PC to the
Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set
with the supplied D-sub 15 pin signal cable as
shown in the following illustrations.
 Macadapter
For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug
adapter is needed to change the 15 pin
high density (3 row) D-SUB VGA connector
on the supplied cable to a 15 pin 2 row
connector.
 When using a D-Sub signal input cable
connector for Macintosh
 If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility
problem.
NOTE
NOTE
DVI-Dconnection
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.
HDMIconnection
Transmits the digital video and audio signals from
your PC or A/V to the Monitor set. Connect the PC
or A/V and the Monitor set with the HDMI cable as
shown in the following illustrations.

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USING THE MONITOR SET
 When you want to use two PC in our Monitor,
please connect the signal cable(D-SUB/
DVI-D/HDMI) respectively in Monitor set.
 If you turn the Monitor set on while it is cold,
the screen may flicker. This is normal.
 Some red, green, or blue spots may appear
on the screen. This is normal.
 "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)
 ‘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)
NOTE NOTE
 Connect the signal
input cable and tighten
it by turning the screws
clockwise.
 Do not press the screen with your finger for
a long time as this may result in temporary
distortion on the screen.
 Avoid displaying a fixed image on the
screen for a long period of time to prevent
image burn. Use a screensaver if possible.
CAUTION 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)

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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
CUSTOMIZINGSETTINGS
1 Press the desired button on the bottom of the Monitor set.
2 Change the value of the menu item by pressing the buttons on the bottom of the Monitor set.
To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button.
3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
MENU MY KEY AUTO INPUT EXIT FUNC.
MonitorsetButtons
Button Description
Accesses the main menus.(See p.13)
OSDLOCKED/
UNLOCKED
This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so
that they cannot be inadvertently changed.
Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds.
The message "OSD LOCKED" should appear.
You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing
the MENU button for several seconds. The message "OSD
UNLOCKED" should appear.
Use this button to enter MY KEY menu.For more information.(See p.18)
Use this button to enter PICTURE MODE, SUPER ENERGY SAVING, DUAL DISPLAY,
DUAL WEB,MY KEY SETTING menus.(See p.19)
When adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO button on the MONITOR
SETUP OSD. (Only supported in Analog Mode)
Thebestdisplaymode 1920 x 1080
You can choose the input signal.
• When two input signals are connected, you can select the input signal (D-SUB/DVI/
HDMI) you want.
• When only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is
D-SUB.
EXIT
Exit the OSD(On Screen Display).
(Power Button) Turns the power on or off.
PowerIndicator The power indicator stays red if the display is running properly
(On Mode). If the display is in Sleep Mode, the power indicator
blinks red.

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CustomizingSettings
MenuSettings
1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set
to display the MENU OSD.
2 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼
buttons.
3 Select the "NEXTMENU" button to enter the more
option settings.
4 Select 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.
MENU>NEXTMENU Analog Digital HDMI Description
PICTURE SHARPNESS ● ● ● To adjust the clearness of the screen .
BLACKLEVEL ● To set offset level
OVERSCAN ● To improve the clarity and stability of the screen
RESPONSETIME ● ● ● To set the response time of displayed picture.
COLOR GAMMA ● ● ● To customize the color of the screen
COLORTEMP
DISPLAY HORIZONTAL ●To adjust the position of the screen
VERTICAL
CLOCK ●To improve the clarity and stability of the screen
PHASE
VOLUME ●To adjust the volume
OTHERS LANGUAGE ● ● ● To customize the screen status for a user's operating
environment
POWERINDICATOR
 Analog:D-SUB(Analog signal) input.
 Digital:DVI-D(Digital signal) input.
 HDMI:HDMI(Digital signal) input.
MENU Analog Digital HDMI Description
BRIGHTNESS ● ● ● To adjust the brightness, contrast of the screen
CONTRAST ● ● ●
WIDE/ORIGINAL
● ● ●
WIDE
Switch to full screen mode according to input image signal.
ORIGINAL
Change the input image signal ratio to original.
* This function works only if input resolution is lower than Monitor set ratio
(16:9).
RESET ● ● ● Restore all factory default settings. Press the◄, ► buttons to reset
immediately.
DUAL
WEB
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PICTURE
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 Enter to PICTURE by pressing the ▼ button.
4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼
buttons.
5 Select 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.
MENU>NEXTMENU>PICTURE Description
SHARPNESS To adjust the clearness of the screen.
BLACKLEVEL You can set the offset level. If you select'HIGH', the screen will be bright and if
you select ‘LOW’, the screen will be dark.(only for HDMI input)
* Offset?As the criteria for video signal, it is the darkest screen the monitor can
show.
OVERSCAN To select the range of output image for DTV timing in HDMI input.(only for HDMI
input)Recommend overscan function to turn on when connect AV equipment.
RESPONSETIME You can set a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the
screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use 'NORMAL'.
For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use 'FAST'.
DUAL
WEB

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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.
6 Select 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.
DUAL
WEB
MENU>NEXTMENU>COLOR Description
GAMMA Set your own gamma value. : GAMMA 0, GAMMA 1, GAMMA 2 on the monitor,
high gamma values display whitish images and low gamma values display
blackish images.
COLORTEMP CUSTOM
•RED:Set your own red color levels.
•GREEN:Set your own green color levels.
•BLUE:Set your own blue color levels.
Select the screen color.
WARM:Set the screen to warm color temperature (more red).
MEDIUM: Set the screen to medium color temperature.
COOL:Set the screen to cool color temperature (more blue).

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DISPLAY
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 DISPLAY by pressing the ► button.
4 Enter to DISPLAY by pressing the ▼ button.
5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼
buttons.
6 Select 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.
VOLUME
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 VOLUME by pressing the ► button.
4 Enter to VOLUME by pressing the ▼ button.
5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons.
6 Select 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.
MENU>NEXTMENU>DISPLAY Description
HORIZONTAL To move image left and right.
VERTICAL To move image up and down.
CLOCK To minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background.The
horizontal screen size will also change.
PHASE To adjust the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove any horizontal
noise and clear or sharpen the image of characters.
MENU>NEXTMENU>VOLUME Description
VOLUME To adjust the volume of headphone/earphone.(Only for HDMI input)
DUAL
WEB
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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.
4 Enter to OTHERS by pressing the ▼ button.
5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼
buttons.
6 Select 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.
MENU>NEXTMENU>OTHERS Description
LANGUAGE To choose the language in which the control names are displayed.
POWER
INDICATOR
Use this function to set the power indicator on the bottom side of the monitor to
ON or OFF.If you set OFF, it will go off.
If you set ON at any time, the power indicator will automatically be turned on.
DUAL
WEB

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MYKEYSetting
1 Press MYKEY button on the bottom of the Monitor
set to display the MYKEY OSD.
2 Set the options by pressing the ◄or►or▼buttons.
3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.
MYKEY Description
MYKEYSETTING MY KEY is short key. You can select one of FUNC. (PICTURE MODE, SUPER
ENERGY SAVING, DUAL DISPLAY, DUAL WEB) as your favorite feature.
BACK Select BACK to return MY KEY menu.
Each option is explained below.
DUAL
WEB
DUAL
WEB

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FUNC.Setting
PICTUREMODE
1 Press FUNC.button on the bottom of the Monitor set
to display the FUNC. OSD.
2 Enter to PICTUREMODE by pressing the ▼ button.
3 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons.
4 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.To return to the
upper menu or set other menu items, use the up
arrow( )button.
PICTUREMODE Description
CUSTOM It is a mode that the user can adjust each element. It can adjust the color mode of the Main Menu.
TEXT It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best for the textworks.
PHOTO It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view pictures.
CINEMA It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos.
GAME It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to play a game.
Each option is explained below.
PICTUREMODE Description
CUSTOM It is a mode that the user can adjust each element. It can adjust the color mode of the Main Menu.
VIVID1 Adjusts the video image for the retail environment by enhancing the contrast, brightness, Colour,
and sharpness.
VIVID2
STANDARD Adjusts the image for the normal environment.
CINEMA It is a mode that the screen is adjusted to the best to view the videos.
DUAL
WEB
DUAL
WEB
AVMODE
PCMODE