LG 34UM58 User manual

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25UM58
29UM58
34UM58
Please read the safety information carefully before using the product.
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Contents
CONTENTS
21 - -General
22 - -Reset
23 - -Picture mode
24 TROUBLESHOOTING
26 SPECIFICATIONS
26 25UM58
27 29UM58
28 34UM58
29 Factory support mode
29 HDMI Timing (Video)
29 Power Indicator
30 PROPER POSTURE
30 Proper Posture for Using the Monitor
3LICENSE
4ASSEMBLING AND
PREPARING
4Product Components
5Component and Button Description
6Moving and Lifting the Monitor
7Installing the Monitor
7- Assembling the stand base
8- Using the cable holder
9- Detaching the stand base
11 - Installing onto a table
12 - Adjusting the angle
13 - Using the Kensington lock
13 - Installing the wall mount plate
14 - Installing to a wall
15 USING THE MONITOR
15 Connecting to a PC
15 - HDMI connection
16 Connecting to AV Devices
16 - HDMI connection
16 Connecting to External Devices
16 - Connecting Headphones
17 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
17 Activating the Main Menu
18 Customizing settings
18 - Menu Settings
18 - -Quick Settings
19 - -Picture

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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 Ad-
ministrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.
The following content is only applied to the monitor which is sold in Europe market and which needs to meet
the ErP Directive:
* This monitor is set to be turned off automatically in 4 hours after you turned on display if there is no
adjustment to display.
* To make this setting be disabled, change the option to ‘Off’ in OSD menu of “Automatic Standby”.

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Product Components
Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are
missing components, contact the retail store where you purchased the product. Note that the product and
components may look different from those shown here.
yAlways use genuine components to ensure safety and product performance.
yThe product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of counterfeit components.
yNote that the components may look different from those shown here.
yWithout prior notice, all information and specifications in this manual are subject to change to im-
prove the performance of the product.
yTo purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the
retail store where you purchased the product.
CAUTION
NOTE
CD / Card
Stand Base Stand Body Screw Cover Screws
HDMI Cable
Stand Base Stand Body Screw Cover Screws
( Depending on the country ) ( Depending on
the country )
Power Cord AC-DC Adapter AC-DC Adapter
or
Clear sheet
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Component and Button Description
Power Indicator
yOn: power is on
yOff: power is off
Ports
(Power Button)

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Moving and Lifting the Monitor
When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these
instructions to prevent the monitor from being
scratched or damaged and to ensure safe trans-
portation regardless of its shape or size.
yAs far as possible, avoid touching the moni-
tor screen. This may result in damage to the
screen or some of the pixels used to create
images.
yIt is advisable to place the monitor in the
original box or packing material before at-
tempting to move it.
yBefore moving or lifting the monitor, discon-
nect the power cord and all cables.
yHold the top and bottom of the monitor frame
firmly. Do not hold the panel itself.
yWhen holding the monitor, the screen should
face away from you to prevent it being
scratched.
yWhen moving the monitor, avoid any strong
shock or vibrations to the product.
yWhen moving the monitor, keep it upright,
never turn the monitor on its side or tilt it
sideways.
CAUTION
yIf you use the monitor panel without the
stand base, its joystick button may cause
the monitor to become unstable and fall,
resulting in damage to the monitor or human
injury. In addition, this may cause the joystick
button to malfunction.

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Installing the Monitor
Assembling the stand base
yTo protect the screen from scratches, cover
the surface with a soft cloth.
CAUTION
2Check the direction of the stand body
(front, back) and then mount the stand body
onto the stand hinge.
Tighten two screws into the back of the stand
body .
1Place the screen face down.
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4Attach the screw cover.
Stand Body
Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Hinge
Attach the Stand Base to Stand Body.
Tighten the screw to the right.
1
2
Screws
Screw Cover
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yTo protect the screen from scratches, cover
the surface with a soft cloth.
CAUTION
2Check the direction of the stand body
(front, back) and then mount the stand body
onto the stand hinge.
Tighten two screws into the back of the stand
body .
1Place the screen face down.
Applying excessive force when tightening
the screws may cause damage to the moni-
tor. Damage caused in this way will not be
covered by the product warranty.
CAUTION
3
4Attach the screw cover.
It may hurt your foot off the stand, so be
careful.
CAUTION
Stand Body
Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Hinge
Attach the Stand Base to Stand Body.
Tighten the screw to the right.
1
2
Screws
Screw Cover
29UM58
Using the cable holder
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Detaching the stand base
2Remove the screw cover.
yTo protect the screen from scratches, cover
the surface with a soft cloth.
CAUTION
1Place the screen face down.
25UM58
3Remove the two screws on the back of stand
body.
As shown in the illustration, disconnect the
stand body from the stand hinge.
Screw cover
Stand Body
Stand Base
Turn the screw to the left.
Pull out the Stand Base.
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Screws
Stand Body

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2Remove the screw cover.
yTo protect the screen from scratches, cover
the surface with a soft cloth.
CAUTION
yIllustrations in this document represent typi-
cal procedures, so they may look different
from the actual product.
yDo not carry the monitor upside down by just
holding the stand base. This may cause the
monitor to fall off the stand and could result
in personal injury.
yWhen lifting or moving the monitor, do not
touch the monitor screen. Applying force or
pressure may damage the monitor screen.
Instead, hold the stand body or the plastic
frame of the product.
CAUTION
1Place the screen face down.
29UM58
3Remove the two screws on the back of stand
body.
As shown in the illustration, disconnect the
stand body from the stand hinge.
Stand Hinge
Screw cover
Stand Body
Stand Body
Stand Base
Turn the screw to the left.
Pull out the Stand Base.
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yThe components in the illustrations may dif-
fer from the actual product.
yDo not carry the monitor upside down, as this
may cause it to fall off its stand and result in
damage or injury.
yTo avoid damaging the screen when lifting
or moving the monitor, only hold the stand or
the plastic cover. This avoids putting unnec-
essary pressure on the screen.
CAUTION
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Installing onto a table
1Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an
upright position.
Place at least 100 mm away from the wall to
ensure sufficient ventilation.
2Connect the adapter to the monitor, then plug
the power cord into the power outlet.
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
29UM55
29UB55
or
3Press the (Power) button on the bottom of
the monitor to turn it on.
yUnplug the power cord prior to moving or
installing the monitor. There is risk of electric
shock.
CAUTION

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Adjusting the angle
1Place the monitor in an upright position, mount-
ed on the stand base.
2Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the
screen can be adjusted forwards or backwards
for a comfortable viewing experience.
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Front Side
Rear Side
yTo avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting
the screen, do not hold the lower part of the
monitor's frame as illustrated below.
WARNING
yBe careful not to touch or press the screen
area when adjusting the angle of the monitor.
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Installing the wall mount plate
This monitor supports the specification of the stan-
dard wall mount plate or compatible device.
yThe wall mount plate is sold separately.
yFor more information on installation, refer to
the wall mount plate's installation guide.
yBe careful not to use excessive force when
mounting the wall mount plate, as this can
damage the monitor's screen.
NOTE
yUse of the Kensington lock is optional.
The accessories can be purchased at
your local electronics store.
NOTE
Using the Kensington lock
The Kensington security system connector is locat-
ed at the back of the Monitor set.
For more information on installation and usage,
refer to the Kensington lock user manual or visit
the website at http://www.kensington.com.
Connect the Kensington security system cable
between the Monitor set and a table.
1Place the screen face down. To protect the
screen from scratches, cover the surface with a
soft cloth.
2Attach the clear sheet to the back of the moni-
tor and align it with the screw holes. (34UM58)
3Place the wall mount plate onto the monitor
and align it with the screw holes.
4Tighten the four screws to fix the plate to the
monitor using a screwdriver.
Clear sheet
(PET sheet)

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To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mount-
ing bracket (optional) to the back of the monitor.
Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely
fixed to the monitor and to the wall.
1If you use screw longer than standard, the moni-
tor might be damaged internally.
2If you use improper screw, the product might be
damaged and drop from mounted position.
In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible
for it.
Installing to a wall
Install the monitor at least 100 mm away from the
wall and leave about 100 mm of space at each
side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation.
Detailed installation instructions can be obtained
from your local retail store. Please refer to the
manual to install and set up a tilting wall mounting
bracket.
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
yUnplug the power cord before moving or in-
stalling the monitor to avoid electric shocks.
yInstalling the monitor on the ceiling or on a
slanted wall may result in the monitor falling
off, which could lead to injury. Please use
the genuine LG wall mounting bracket. For
more information, contact your local retail
store or a qualified installer.
yApplying excessive force when fastening
screws may cause damage to the moni-
tor. Damage caused in this way will not be
covered by the product warranty.
yUse the wall mounting bracket and screws
that conform to the VESA standard. Dam-
age caused by the use or misuse of inap-
propriate components will not be covered
by the product warranty.
yScrew length from outer surface of back
cover should be under 8mm.
yUse the screws specified by the VESA stan-
dard.
yThe wall mount kit includes the installation
guide and all necessary parts.
yThe wall mounting bracket is optional. The
accessories can be purchased at your local
retail store.
yThe length of the screw may differ for each
wall mounting bracket. Ensure the correct
length screw is used.
yFor more information, please refer to the
user manual for the wall mounting bracket.
CAUTION
NOTE
Wall Mount (A x B)
75 x 75 100 x 100
Stand Screw M4 x 10 mm
Required Screws 4
Wall mount Pad
Wall mount Pad
Back Cover
Back Cover
Standard screw
Max.8mm
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USING THE MONITOR
USING THE MONITOR
Connecting to a PC
yThis monitor supports the *Plug and Play
feature.
*Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to
add a device to your computer without having
to reconfigure anything or install any manual
drivers.
HDMI connection
Transmits the digital video and audio signals from
your PC and A/V devices to the monitor. Connect
your PC and AV device to the monitor with the
HDMI cable as illustrated below.
Press the menu button and then select the input
option from the input menu.
NOTE
yIf you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility
problem.
yUse a certified cable with the HDMI logo
attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI
cable, the screen may not display or a
connection error may occur.
yRecommended HDMI cable types
- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable
- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable with Ethernet

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USING THE MONITOR
Connecting to AV Devices
HDMI connection
Transmits the digital video and audio signals from
your PC and A/V devices to the monitor. Connect
your PC and AV device to the monitor with the
HDMI cable as illustrated below.
Press the menu button and then select the input
option from the input menu.
NOTE
yIf you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility
problem.
yUse a certified cable with the HDMI logo
attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI
cable, the screen may not display or a
connection error may occur.
yRecommended HDMI cable types
- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable
- High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable with Ethernet
Connecting to External Devices
(sold separately)
Connecting Headphones
Connect peripherals to the monitor via the head-
phones port. Connect as illustrated.
yPeripheral devices are sold separately.
yIf you use angled earphones, it may cause
a problem with connecting another external
device to the monitor. Therefore, it is recom-
mended to use straight earphones.
Angled Straight
yDepending on the audio settings of the PC
and external device, headphones and speaker
functions may be limited.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
Activating the Main Menu
1 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor.
2 Move the joystick up/down (▲/▼) and left/right(◄/►) to set the options.
3 Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu.
Button Menu Status Description
Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Main menu enabled
Exits the main menu.
(Holding down the button to turn off the monitor: You can turn off
the monitor this way at any time, including when the OSD is on.)
◄
Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor volume level.
Main menu enabled Enters the menu features.
►
Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor volume level.
Main menu enabled Operates the Input change.
▲
Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Main menu enabled Enters the picture mode feature.
▼
Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Main menu enabled Turns off the monitor.
Main Menu Features
Main Menu Description
Menu Configures the screen settings.
Picture Mode Select picture mode to achieve the best display effect.
Input
You can choose the input signal.
• When two input signals are connected, you can select the input
signal you want.
Monitor off Turns off the monitor.
Exit Exits the main menu.
Joystick Button
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
Each option is described below.
Customizing settings
Menu Settings
-Quick Settings
1 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the
bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu.
2 Go to Quick Settings > Brightness by moving the joystick.
3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the
bottom right corner.
4 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the
joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it.
5 If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you
exit.
Menu > Quick Settings Description
Brightness Adjusts the color contrast and brightness of the screen.
Contrast
Volume Adjusts the volume.
NOTE
yJog joystick button down (
) in the Volume menu will
enable/disable the Mute function.
Input Selects the input mode.
Ratio Adjusts the screen ratio.
Wide Displays the video in wide-screen, regardless of the video signal input.
Original Displays a video according to the input video signal aspect ratio.
NOTE
yThe display may look the same for Wide, Original options at the recommended resolution (2560 x
1080).
yThe ratio is disabled in the interlaced signal.
Game Adjust
Color Adjust
SMART ENERGY SAVING Low
Power LED
Automatic Standby

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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
Each option is described below.
-Picture
1 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at
the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu.
2 Go to Picture by moving the joystick.
3 Configure the options following the instructions that
appear in the bottom right corner.
4 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items,
move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it.
5 If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick
to ◄ until you exit.
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 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.
Photo Optimizes the screen to view photos.
Cinema Optimizes the screen to improve the visual effects of a video.
FPS 1 This mode is optimized for FPS games.
FPS 2 It has a higher Black Stabilizer value than FPS Game 1. It is suitable for very dark
FPS games.
RTS This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
Custom
(Game)
In this mode, users can customize various elements including game-related options.
Picture Adjust Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.
Black
Level
Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).
yOffset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the monitor can
display.
High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen.
Low Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current con-
trast ratio of the screen.
DFC Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
Game Adjust
Color Adjust
SMART ENERGY SAVING Low
Power LED
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
Game Adjust Black Stabilizer Black Stabilizer
: You can control the black contrast to have better visibility in dark
scenes.
Increasing the Black Stabilizer value brightens the low gray level
area on the screen. (You can easily distinguish objects on dark
game screens.)
Reducing the Black Stabilizer value darkens the low gray level area
and increases the dynamic contrast on the screen.
Response Time Sets 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 High.
Setting to High may cause image sticking.
High Sets the response time to High.
Middle Sets the response time to Middle.
Low Sets the response time to Low.
Off Sets the response time to Off.
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.
Medium: Sets the screen color between a red and blue tone.
Cool: Sets the screen color to a bluish tone.
Custom
Red
Green
Blue
You can customize the picture color using Red, Green,
and Blue colors.
Six Color Meets the user requirements for colors through adjusting the color
and saturation of the six colors(Red_Hue, Red_Saturation, Green_
Hue, Green_Saturation, Blue_Hue, Blue_Saturation, Cyan_Hue,
Cyan_Saturation, Magenta_Hue, Magenta_Saturation, Yellow_
Hue, Yellow_Saturation) and saving the settings.
*Hue: Adjusts tone of the screen.
*Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of the screen colors. The lower
the value, less saturated and bright the colors become. The higher
the value, the more saturated and dark the colors become.
Reset Returns the color settings to the default settings.