LG L2000CP User manual

Make sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product.
Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference.
See the label attached on the product and give the information to your
dealer when you ask for service.
L2000CP
User’s Guide

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Safety Precautions
Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product.
Failure to follow those warnings may result in death, serious injury or damage to the
product or other property.
Warning
Electrical Power Related Precautions
Use only the power cord supplied with the unit or another manufacturer authorized cord.
- Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock or damage to the product.
Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
- If you do not you may be electrocuted or injured. Or the product might be damaged.
Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
- This may cause electrical shock or fire.
Operate the display only from a power source(i.e. voltage) indicated in the product specification.
- Otherwise the product can be damaged, fire can occur or you may be electrocuted. If you are not sure what
type of power supply you have, consult a certified electrician.
In the presence of thunder and lightning, never touch the power cord and signal cable because it can
be very dangerous.
- It can cause electric shock.
Do not connect several extension cords, electrical appliances or electrical heaters to a single outlet.
Use a power bar with a grounding terminal designed for exclusive use with the computer.
- A fire can break out due to overheating.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Additionally, if the cord pin is wet or covered with dust,
dry the power plug completely or wipe dust off before plugging in the cord.
- You may be electrocuted due to excess moisture.
If you don’t intend to use the product for a long time, unplug the power cable from the product.
- Covering dust can cause a fire, or insulation deterioration can cause electric leakage, electric shock or fire.
Insert the power plug firm so it cannot come loose.
- A loose connect can cause fire.
Hold the plug when pulling out the power cable. Do not pull the plug out by the wire. Do not bend the
power cord with excessive force or put heavy objects on the power cord.
- The power line can be damaged, which may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not insert conductive material (ea. metal chopstick) into the product opening into one end of the
power cable while the other end is plugged in. Additionally, do not touch the power cable right after
plugging into the wall input terminal.
- You may be electrocuted.
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnection device. Ensure that the socket-outlet shall
be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Do not unplug the power cord while the product is in use.
- Electrical shock can damage the product.
Warning
Precautions in installing the Product
Warning
Keep away from heat sources like electrical heaters, curdles or other open flames.
- Electrical shock, fire, malfunction or deformation may occur.

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Safety Precautions
Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the reach of children.
- Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed. If swallowed by mistake, force the patient to vomit and visit the
nearest hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can cause suffocation. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not put heavy objects on the product on sit upon it.
- If the product collapses or is dropped, you may be injured. Children must pay particular attention.
Do not leave the power or signal cable when someone can trip over it.
- The passerby can falter, which can cause electrical shock, fire, product breakdown or injury.
Install the product in a neat and dry place. Do not use near water.
- Dust or moisture can cause electrical shock, fire or product damage.
Do not add accessory that have not been designed for this display.
If you smell smoke or other odors or hear a strange sound from the product unplug the power cord and
contact the service center.
- If you continue to use without taking proper measures, electrical shock or fire can occur.
If you dropped the product or the case is broken, turn off the product and unplug the power cord.
- If you continue to use without taking proper measures, electrical shock or fire can occur. Contact the service center.
Do not drop an object on or apply impact to the product. Do not throw any toys or objects at the product.
- It can cause injury to humans, problems to the product and damage the display.
Keep out of reach of children and do not place toys near the product.
Make sure the product ventilation hole is not blocked. Install the product more than 10cm from the wall.
- If you install the product too close to the wall, it may be deformed or fire can break out due to internal heat build-up.
Do not cover the product with cloth or other material (eg. plastic) while plugged in.
- The product can be deformed or fire can break out due to internal overheating inside the product.
Place the product on a flat and stable surface that is large enough to support the product.
- If the product is dropped, you may be injured or the product may be broken.
Install the product where no Electromagnetic Interference occurs.
Keep the product away from direct sunlight.
- The product can be damaged.
Do not place the product on the floor.
- Small Children and others may trip over it.
Precautions in Moving the Product
Warning
Make sure to turn off the product.
- You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
Make sure to remove all cables before moving the product.
- You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
When lifting or moving the product, do not hold it upside down while holding only the stand.
- This may cause the product to fall resulting in damage or injury.
Do not shock the product when moving it.
- You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
Make sure the panel faces forward and hold it with both hands to move.
- If you drop the product, the damaged product can cause electric shock or fire. Contact an authorized the
service center for repair.
Do not place the product face down.
- This may damage the TFT-LCD screen.

Safety Precautions
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Precautions in Using/Cleaning the Product
Warning
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself.
- Fire or electric shock can occur.
- Contact the service center for repair.
When cleaning the product, unplug the power cord and scrub gently with a soft cloth to prevent
scratching. Do not clean with a wet cloth. Or spray water or other liquids directly onto the product.
An electric shock may occur. (Do not use chemicals such as benzene, paint thinners or alcohol)
Keep the product away from water.
- Fire or electric shock accident can occur.
Do not put or store flammable substances near the product.
- There is a danger of explosion or fire.
Keep the product clean at all times.
Take a comfortable and natural position when working with a product to relax the muscles.
Take a regular break when working with a product for a long time.
Do not press on the panel with a hand or sharp object such as nail, pencil or pen, or make a scratch on it.
Keep proper distance from the product and rest from time-to-time.
- Your vision may be impaired if you look at the product too closely or fpr too long.
Set the appropriate resolution by referring to the User’s Guide.
- Your vision can be impaired.
Keep small accessories out of the reach of children.
Leaving a fixed image on the screen for a long time may cause damage to the screen and cause image
burn-in. Make sure to use a screen saver on the product. Burn-in and related problems are not covered
by the warranty on this product.
The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.
Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.
Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority.
On Disposal

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Connecting the Display
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Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer
system, and other attached devices is turned off.
Connecting the stand base or Removing the stand base
1. Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth.
2.Align the hooks on the stand body with the matching slots in the base of the monitor.
3. Insert the hooks into slots.
Important
This illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ from
the items shown in the picture.
Once you connect the stand base, try not to disconnect it.
Do not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The product may
fall and get damaged or cause injury your foot.
Hook
Screw
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4. Use a coin on the back of the stand base and turn the screw clockwise to tighten.
5. When you desire to detach the monitor from the stand base, use a coin to turn the
screw counterclockwise.
Slot
The tape and locking pin may only be removed from those monitors
equipped with a standing base when the base is pulled up.
Otherwise, you may be injured by the protruding sections of the stand.
Warning:

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Connecting the Display
Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer
system, and other attached devices is turned off.
Positioning your display
1. Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort.
Tilt Range : -5˚~25˚ Swivel :350˚
Ergonomic
It is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewing
position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees.
Height Range : maximun 3.15 inch (80.0mm)
80.0mm
First, remove
the locking pin.
Landscape & Portrait : You can rotate the panel 90o clockwise.
(* For detailed information, please refer to the Pivot Sofeware CD provided.)
* Make sure not to touch the
floor when the head rotates
to use the Pivot function.

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Connecting the Display
Using the Computer
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer.
To adjust height of your monitor, unlock the stand lock on top of the stand.
2. Connect the signal cable. When attached, tighten the thumbscrews to secure the
connection.
3. Connect the power cord into a proper power outlet that is easily accessible and close
to the display.
Wall-outlet type
MAC
PC
Power Cord Signal Cable
Analog signal
D-sub
Digital signal
DVI
Varies according to model.
1
2
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.
4. Press button on the front switch panel to turn the power
on. When monitor power is turned on, the 'Self Image
Setting Function' is executed automatically.
(Only Analog Mode)
PC
1
2
NOTE
‘ 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.
‘AUTO/SET’ 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/SET function button to improve resolution.
NOTE
This is a simplified representation of the rear view.
This rear view represents a general model; your
display may differ from the view as shown.
User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-
sub 15 pin cable, DVI cable) with ferrite cores to
maintain standard compliance for the product.

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Control Panel Functions
Front Panel Controls
MENU Button
Use this button to enter or exit the On Screen Display.
Control Function
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.
Buttons
Use these buttons to select or adjust functions in the On
Screen Display.
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For more information, refer to page 14.
Use this button to make D-Sub or DVI connector active.
This feature is used when two computers are connected
to the display. The default setting is D-Sub.
(SOURCE Hot key)

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Control Panel Functions
This Indicator lights up blue when the display
operates normally(On Mode). If the display is in Sleep
Mode (Energy Saving), this indicator color changes
to amber.
Use this button to turn the display on or off.
Power Button
Power Indicator
Use this button to enter a selection in the On Screen
Display.
AUTO/SET
Button
AUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENT
When adjusting your display settings, always press
the AUTO/SET button before entering the On Screen
Display(OSD). This will automatically adjust your
display image to the ideal settings for the current
screen resolution size (display mode).
The best display mode is
1600 x 1200
Control Function

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On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment
Screen Adjustment
Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of
the display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A
short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls.
The following section is an outline of the available adjustments and selections
you can make using the OSD.
To make adjustments in the On Screen Display, follow these steps:
Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
To access a control, use the or Buttons. When the icon you want
becomes highlighted, press the AUTO/SET Button.
Use the / Buttons to adjust the image to the desired level. Use the
AUTO/SET Button toselect other sub-menu items.
Push the MENU Buttononce to return to the main menu to select another
function. Push the MENU Buttontwice to exit from the OSD.
NOTE
Allow the display to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image adjustments.
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NOTE
The order of icons may differ depending on the model (10~14).
On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
The following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment,
and setting menus.
To adjust the brightness,
contrast and gamma of the
screen
PICTURE
COLOR
POSITION
TRACKING
SETUP
Main menu Sub-menu A D Reference
PRESET
RED
GREEN
BLUE
To adjust the position of the
screen
To customize the color of
the screen
To customize the screen
status for a user's operating
environment
To improve the clarity and
stability, sharpness of the
screen
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
GAMMA
HORIZONTAL
VERTICAL
CLOCK
PHASE
SHARPNESS
WHITE BALANCE
POWER INDICATOR
FACTORY RESET
LANGUAGE
OSD HORIZONTAL
POSITION VERTICAL
sRGB
6500K
9300K
: Adjustable
A : Analog Input
D : Digital Input
To select or customize
desired image settings
FLATRON
F-ENGINE (-)
MOVIE / TEXT
USER
NORMAL

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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
NOTE
OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual.
You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item
using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon
descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu.
Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
Menu Name
Icons
Button Tip
PICTURE
Sub-menus
MENU : Exit
: Adjust (Decrease/Increase)
SET : Enter
: Select another sub-menu
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
Main menu Sub menu Description
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
GAMMA
To adjust the brightness of the screen.
To adjust the contrast of the screen.
Set your own gamma value. : -50/0/50
On the monitor, high gamma values
display whitish images and low gamma
values display high contrast images.
PICTURE
PICTURE
PRESET
RED
GREEN
BLUE
• sRGB: Set the screen color to fit the sRGB
standard color specification.
• 6500K: Slightly reddish white.
• 9300K: Slightly bluish white.
Set your own red color levels.
Set your own green color levels.
Set your own blue color levels.
COLOR
HORIZONTAL
VERTICAL
To move image left and right.
To move image up and down.
POSITION
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
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MENU : Exit
: Decrease
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
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MENU : Exit
: Decrease
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
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COLOR
POSITION

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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
Main menu Sub menu Description
CLOCK
PHASE
SHARPNESS
To minimize any vertical bars or stripes
visible on the screen background.The
horizontal screen size will also change.
To adjust the focus of the display. This
item allows you to remove any
horizontal noise and clear or sharpen
the image of characters.
To adjust the clearness of the screen.
TRACKING
If this does not improve the screen image, restore the factory default settings.
If necessary, perform the white balance function again. This function will be enabled only when
the input signal is an analog signal.
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
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SETUP
MENU : Exit
: Adjust
: Adjust
SET : Select another sub-menu
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+
To choose the language in which the
control names are displayed.
To adjust position of the OSD window
on the screen.
LANGUAGE
OSD
POSITION
WHITE
BALANCE
FACTORY
RESET
If the output of the video card is different
the required specifications, the color level
may deteriorate due to video signal
distortion. Using this function, the signal
level is adjusted to fit into the standard
output level of the video card in order to
provide the optimal image.
Activate this function when white and
black colors are present in the screen.
POWER
INDICATOR
Restore all factory default settings except
"LANGUAGE."
TRACKING
SETUP
MENU
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+SET
SETUP
MENU
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+SET
Use this function to set the power indicator
on the front 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.
Press the button to reset immediately.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
Icons
Menu Name
Sub-menu Name
Main menu Sub menu Description
To adjust the USER sub-menu function,
Press the SET Button
MOVIE
TEXT
NORMAL
BRIGHTNESS
ACE
1
2
RCM
SAVE
USER
MENU SET
USER
When you execute F-ENGINE, two tones will appear
on the screen as shown. The applied screen will
appear on the left side, whereas the non-applied
screen will appear on the right side.Touch the SET
button to use the adjusted screen.
FLATRON F-ENGINE
Screen when applied Screen when not applied
A A AThe OSD screen will appear when you touch the (-) button on the right
side of the monitor.
TEXT : For text images (Word processing etc.)
Select the sub-menu using the SET button
and save the YES value using the buttons.
SAVE
MOVIE : For animation images in videos or movies
This is under normal operating conditions.
This feature lets you easily select the best desired
image condition optimized to the environment
(ambient illumination, image types etc).
User
You can manually adjust brightness, ACE or RCM.
You can save or restore the adjusted value even
when using a different environment setting.
...
(Brightness): Adjusts screen brightness.
...
ACE (Adaptive Clarity Enhancer) : Selects the clarity mode.
...
RCM(Real Color Management): Selects the color mode.
Not applied
Green enhance
Flesh tone
Color Enhance
0
1
2
3
MENU : Exit
, : Move
SET : Select
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MENU : Exit
: Decrease
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
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Troubleshooting
No image appears
Check the following before calling for service.
No image appears
Is the power cord of
the display connected?
Is the power indicator
light on?
Is the power on and
the power indicator
blue or green?
Is the power indicator
amber?
Do you see an "OUT
OF RANGE" message
on the screen?
Do you see a "CHECK
SIGNAL CABLE"
message on the
screen?
Do you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen?
Check and see if the power cord is connected
properly to the power outlet.
Press the Power button.
Adjust the brightness and the contrast.
If the display is in power saving mode, try moving
the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard
to bring up the screen.
Try to turn on the PC.
This message appears when the signal from the
PC (video card) is out of horizontal or vertical
frequency range of the display. See the
'Specifications' section of this manual and
configure your display again.
This message appears when the signal cable
between your PC and your display is not
connected. Check the signal cable and try again.
You can secure the current control settings,
so that they cannot be 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.
Do you see “OSD
LOCKED”when you
push MENU button?

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Troubleshooting
Display image is incorrect
Display Position is
incorrect.
On the screen
background, vertical
bars or stripes are
visible.
Any horizontal noise
appearing in any
image or characters
are not clearly
portrayed.
The screen color is
mono or abnormal.
The screen blinks.
Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically
adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
If the results are unsatisfactory, adjust the image
position using the H position and V position
icon in the on screen display.
Check Control Panel --> Display --> Settings
and see if the frequency or the resolution were
changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the
recommend resolution.
Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically
adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
If the results are unsatisfactory, decrease the
vertical bars or stripes using the CLOCK icon in
the on screen display.
Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically
adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
If the results are unsatisfactory, decrease the
horizontal bars using the PHASE icon in the on
screen display.
Check Control Panel --> Display --> Settings
and adjust the display to the recommended
resolution or adjust the display image to the ideal
setting. Set the color setting higher than 24 bits
(true color).
Check if the signal cable is properly connected
and use a screwdriver to fasten if necessary.
Make sure the video card is properly inserted in
the slot.
Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true
color) at Control Panel - Settings.
Check if the screen is set to interlace mode and if
yes, change it to the recommend resolution.

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Troubleshooting
Have you installed the display driver?
Have you installed the
display driver?
Do you see an
"Unrecognized monitor,
Plug&Play (VESA DDC)
monitor found"
message?
Be sure to install the display driver from the
display driver CD (or diskette) that comes with
your display. Or, you can also download the
driver from our web site: http://www.lge.com.
Make sure to check if the video card supports
Plug&Play function.

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Specifications
20.1 inches (51.0cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD
Anti-Glare coating
Visible diagonal size: 51.0cm
0.255mm pixel pitch
Horizontal Freq. 28 - 83kHz (Automatic)
Vertical Freq. 56 - 85Hz (Automatic)
Input Form Separate Sync
Composite Sync
SOG (Sync On Green) , Digital
Signal Input 15 pin D-Sub Connector
DVI - D connector (Digital)
Input Form RGB Analog (0.7Vp-p / 75ohm) , Digital
Max VESA 1600 x 1200@60Hz
Recommend VESA 1600 x 1200@60Hz
DDC 2B
On Mode : 58W
Sleep Mode ≤1W
Off Mode ≤1W
Width 44.60 cm / 17.56 inches
Height 44.78 cm / 17.62 inches (Min)
52.78 cm / 20.76 inches (Max)
Depth 24.26 cm / 9.55 inches
Net 7.6 kg
Tilt -5˚~25˚
Swivel 350˚
Height 80mm / 3.15 inches
Rotate 90˚clockwise
AC 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.2A
Operating Conditions
Temperature 10˚C to 35 ˚C
Humidity 10 % to 80 % non-Condensing
Storage Conditions
Temperature -20˚C to 60 ˚C
Humidity 5 % to 90 % non-Condensing
Attached( ), Detached ( O )
Wall-outlet type or PC-outlet type
Display
Sync Input
Video Input
Resolution
Plug&Play
Power
Consumption
Dimensions
&Weight
(with tilt/ swivel
stand)
Range
Power Input
Environmental
Conditions
Tilt/Swivel Stand
Power cord
NOTE
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Specifications
Indicator
On Mode
Sleep Mode
Off Mode
Blue
Amber
Off
LED Color
MODE
Preset Modes (Resolution)
Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) Vertical Freq. (Hz)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
*17
**18
640 x 350
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
720 x 400
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
832 x 624
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 870
1152 x 900
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
31.47
31.47
37.50
43.27
31.47
37.88
46.88
53.67
49.72
48.36
60.02
68.68
68.68
61.80
63.98
79.98
75.00
73.53
70
60
75
85
70
60
75
85
75
60
75
85
75
65.96
60.02
75.02
60
60
*Recommend Mode
**Digital Mode