LG 34UM69G User manual

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LED LCD MONITOR
(LED MONITOR*)
*LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting.
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Contents
CONTENTS
21 USER SETTINGS
21 Activating the Main Menu
21 - Main Menu Features
22 User Settings
22 - Menu Settings
26 TROUBLESHOOTING
28 SPECIFICATIONS
28 29UM69G
29 34UM69G
30 Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, PC)
30 HDMI / DP Normal / USB-C
30 HDMI Timing (Video)
30 Power LED
3LICENSE
4ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
4 Product Components
5 Supported Drivers and Software
6 Component and Button Description
6 - How to Use the Joystick Button
7 Input Connector
8 Moving and Lifting the Monitor
9 Installing the Monitor
9 - Assembling the stand base
10 Installing the Monitor
10 - Assembling the stand base
11 - Using the cable holder
12 - Installing onto a table
13 - Adjusting the angle
14 - Adjusting the Stand Height
15 - Using the Kensington lock
16 - Detaching the Stand Body
16 - Installing the wall mount plate
16 - Installing to a wall
18 USING THE MONITOR
18 Connecting to a PC
18 - HDMI connection
18 - DisplayPort connection
19 - USB-C connection
19 Connecting to AV Devices
19 - HDMI connection
20 Connecting to External Devices
20 - Connecting Headphones

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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 Administrator, Inc.
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 after 4 hours when you turn on the display and there is are no ad-
justments made to the display.
* To make this setting be disabled, change the option to ‘Off’ in OSD menu of “Automatic Standby”.
VESA, VESA logo, DisplayPort compliance logo and DisplayPort compliance logo for
dual-mode source devices are all registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Stan-
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Product Components
Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are missing com-
ponents, 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.
yIt is recommend that use the supplied components.
yIf you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises.
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 improve 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 Body
Stand Body
Stand Base
Stand Base
or
Cable Holder
Cable Holder
Screw Cover 2 Screws
DisplayPort Cable
( This cable is not included
in all countries. )
HDMI Cable
( This cable is not included
in all countries. )
( Depending on the country )
( Depending on the country )
USB C-C cable
( This cable is not included
in all countries. )
Power Cord AC-DC Adapter
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How to Use the Joystick Button
You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or moving it left/right with your
finger.
Basic Functions
Power on Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the
monitor.
Power off Press and hold the joystick button once with your finger to turn off the
monitor.
◄/►Volume
Control You can control the volume by moving the joystick button left/right.
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Component and Button Description
Power LED
yOn: power is on
yOff: power is off
Joystick Button
yThe joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor.
NOTE

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Input Connector
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Moving and Lifting the Monitor
When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these in-
structions to prevent the monitor from being scratched
or damaged and to ensure safe transportation regard-
less of its shape or size.
yAs far as possible, avoid touching the monitor
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 attempting to
move it.
yBefore moving or lifting the monitor, disconnect
the power cord and all cables.
yHold the top and bottom of the monitor frame
firmly. Do not hold the screen 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
1Place the screen face down.
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.
3Attach the Stand Base to Stand Body.
Tighten the screw to the right.
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2
4Attach the screw cover.
Stand Body
Stand Base
Applying excessive force when tightening the
screws may cause damage to the monitor. Dam-
age caused in this way will not be covered by the
product warranty.
CAUTION
It may hurt your foot off the stand, so be careful.
CAUTION
Stand Body
yYou can disassemble the stand in the reverse
order of the assembly.
NOTE
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yPress the stand until the button reaches the top.
1Please put a soft cloth on a low table or box to
protect the screen of the monitor.
Please put the monitor on the soft cloth with the
screen facing down.
2Assemble the Head and Stand body.
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NOTE
* Assemble the
Cable Holder
Stand Body
Stand Base
or
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yIllustrations in this document represent typical
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. The force applied to
the monitor screen may cause damage to it.
yDo not apply foreign substances (oils, lubricants,
etc.) to the screw parts when assembling the
product. (Doing so may damage the product.)
yApplying excessive force when tightening screws
may cause damage to the monitor. Damage
caused in this way will not be covered by the
product warranty.
CAUTION
Using the cable holder
Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in
the illustration.
yYou can disassemble the stand in the reverse
order of the assembly.
NOTE
cable holder
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Installing onto a table
1Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an up-
right position.
Place at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure
sufficient ventilation.
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100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
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2Connect the Power cord to the monitor, then plug
the power cord into the wall outlet.
yUnplug the power cord prior to moving or install-
ing the monitor. There is risk of electric shock.
CAUTION
3Press the joystick button on the bottom of the
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Cautions When Connecting Power Cord
yMake sure to use the power cord that is pro-
vided in the product package and connect it to a
grounded power outlet.
yIf you need another power cord, please contact
your local dealer or the nearest retail store.
100-240 V~
20° -5°
20° -5°
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Adjusting the angle
1Place the monitor in an upright position, mounted
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.
Front Side
Front Side
Rear Side
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Adjusting the Stand Height
1Handle the monitor with both hands for safety.
2The height can be adjusted up to 120.0 mm.
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yTo avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the
screen, do not hold the lower part of the moni-
tor'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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yWhen adjusting the screen
height, do not place your hand
on the stand body to avoid injury
to your fingers.
WARNING
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Monitor head
Using the Kensington lock
The Kensington security system connector is located 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.
yTake care when rotating the monitor if the cable
is connected.
yTo avoid injury when rotating the display, do not
place your fingers between the display and the
stand base.
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yUse of the Kensington lock is optional.
The accessories can be purchased at your local
electronics store.
yThe left or right side of the monitor head can be
slightly rotated up or down (up to 3°). Adjust the
horizontal level of the monitor head.
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To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting
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 monitor
might be damaged internally.
2If you use improper screw, the product might be dam-
aged 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 instal-
lation 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
Wall Mount (A x B) 100 x 100
Standard screw M4 x L10
Number of screws 4
Wall Mount Plate
(Optional)
LSW 149
1Place the monitor’s screen face down. To protect the
screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft
cloth.
2Remove the stand from the monitor by pressing
the button on the bottom center of the back of the
monitor.
Detaching the Stand Body
Installing the wall mount plate
This monitor supports the specification of the standard
wall mount plate or compatible device.
1Place the screen face down. To protect the screen
from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth.
2Place the wall mount plate onto the monitor and
align it with the screw holes.
3Tighten the four screws to fix the plate to the moni-
tor using a screwdriver.
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 dam-
age the monitor's screen.
NOTE
Wall Mount (A x B) 75 x 75
Standard screw M4 x L10
Number of screws 4
Wall Mount Plate
(Optional)
LSW 149
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yUnplug the power cord before moving or install-
ing 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 genu-
ine LG wall mounting bracket. For more informa-
tion, contact your local retail store or a qualified
installer.
yApplying excessive force when fastening screws
may cause damage to the monitor. 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. Damage
caused by the use or misuse of inappropriate
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 standard.
yThe wall mount kit includes the installation guide
and all necessary parts.
yThe wall mounting bracket is optional. The acces-
sories 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 Pad
Wall mount Pad
Back Cover
Back Cover
Standard screw
Max.8mm
yWall Mount (A x B)
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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.
yThere may be no video or audio output depending
on the DP version of the PC.
yIf you use generic cables not certified by LG, the
screen may not display or there may be image
noises.
DisplayPort connection
Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your
PC to the monitor. Connect your PC to the monitor us-
ing the DisplayPort cable as illustrated below.
Press the menu button and then select the input option
from the input menu.
NOTE
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
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yDP Alternate Mode(DP over USB-C) are supported
via USB-C Port.
yFeatures may not work properly depending on
the connected device’s specifications and the
environment.
yUSB-C port doesn’t provide power to the Monitor.
Use the Adapter supplied with the Monitor.
USB-C connection
Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC
to the monitor.
Connect the monitor to your PC using the USB-C cable
as shown in the illustration below.
Press the menu button and then select the input option
from the input menu.
NOTE
(USB C-C cable)
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
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
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Connecting to External Devices
(sold separately)
Connecting Headphones
Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones
port. Connect as illustrated.
yPeripheral devices are sold separately.
yIf you use angled earphones, it may cause a prob-
lem with connecting another external device to
the monitor. Therefore, it is recommended to use
straight earphones.
Angled Straight
yDepending on the audio settings of the PC and
external device, headphones and speaker functions
may be limited.
NOTE
(sold separately)
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