LG L1740BQC Owner’s Manual

User's Guide
L1740B
L1940B
L1740BQ
L1940BQ
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
dealer when you
on
the back cover and quote this information to your
require service.
Precautions
Important
This unit has been
engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal
safety, however improper use may result in potential eletrical shock or fire
hazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards
incorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use, and servicing.
On
Safety
power cord supplied with the unit. In case you use another power
cord, make sure that it is certified by the applicable national standards if not being
provided by the supplier. If the power cable is faulty in any way, please contact the
Use
only the
manufacturer
or
the nearest authorized
repair service provider for a replacement.
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnection device. Ensure that the
socket-outlet is easily accessible after installation.
Operate the display only from a power source indicated in the specifications of
this manual or listed on the display. If you are not sure what type of power supply
you have in your home, consult with your dealer.
Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords
cords and broken
plugs. They
technician for replacement.
Do not
Open
There
the
may result in
are
a
dangerous. So
shock
or
are
frayed
power
fire hazard. Call your service
Display.
serviceable components inside.
There are Dangerous High Voltages inside, even when the power is OFF.
Contact your dealer if the display is not operating properly.
are no user
To Avoid Personal
Injury :
Do not place the display on a sloping shelf unless properly secured.
Use only a stand recommended by the manufacturer.
To Prevent Fire
or
Hazards:
Always turn the display OFF if you leave the room for more than a short period
of time. Never leave the display ON when leaving the house.
Keep children from dropping or pushing objects into the display's cabinet
openings. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages.
Do not add accessories that have not been designed for this display.
During a lightning storm or when the display is to be left unattended for an
extended period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet.
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On Installation
Do not allow
the
anything
display where the
Do not
use
this
to rest upon or roll over the power
power cord is
display
sink, laundry tub, in
near water
a wet
cord, and do
not
place
subject to damage.
such
basement,
as near a
or near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen
swimming pool.
Displays are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow the release
of heat generated during operation. If these openings are blocked, built-up heat
failures which may result in a fire hazard. Therefore, NEVER:
Block the bottom ventilation slots by placing the display on a bed, sofa, rug, etc.
Place the display in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
can cause
Cover the openings with cloth or other material.
Place the display near or over a radiator or heat source.
Do not rub
mar,
strike the Active Matrix LCD with
anything hard
or damage the Active Matrix LCD permanently.
or
Do not press the LCD
some
screen
with your
finger for a long
time
as
as
this may scratch,
this may
cause
afterimages.
Some dot defects may appear as Red, Green or Blue spots on the screen.
However, this will have no impact or effect on the display performance.
If
possible, use the recommended resolution to obtain the best image quality for
your LCD display. If used under any mode except the recommended resolution,
some scaled or processed images may appear on the screen. However, this is
characteristic of the fixed-resolution LCD panel.
On
Cleaning
Unplug the display before cleaning the face of the display screen.
Use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use an aerosol directly
screen because over-spraying may cause electrical shock.
On
on
the
display
Repacking
Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. They make an ideal
container in which to transport the unit. When shipping the unit to another
location, repack it in its original material.
On
Disposal
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.
Connecting
the
Display
Using the Computer
Before
setting up the monitor,
that the power to the monitor, the
computer system, and other attached devices is turned off.
Unfolding
1.
the stand base
Place the monitor with its front
facing
or
2.
ensure
downward
on a
cushion
soft cloth.
Hold down the release button inside the stand and
the stand with your two hands.
The stand won't move if you
don't press release button.
3.
Connect the signal input cable and
the power cord.
4. Arrange
the
power cord
5.
When
fit the
signal input cable and the
by holder,
as
shown.
successfully arranged,
back cap in along the groove.
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strongly pull
out
Connecting
the
Display
Using the Computer
1. Connect the signal cable. When attached, tighten the thumbscrews to secure
the connection.
2. Connect the power cord into a proper power outlet that is easily accessible and
close to the
display.
Power Cord
Analog signal
Wall-outlet type
1
2
PC-outlet type
PC
MAC
Mac adapter
For Apple Macintosh use,
separate plug adapter is needed to
15 pin high density (3 row) D-sub VGA connector on the
change the
supplied cable to a 15 pin
3. Touch
power
button
on
the front switch
panel
a
2 row connector.
to turn the
When monitor power is turned on, the 'Self
Setting Function' is executed automatically.
on.
Image
(Only Analog Mode)
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Connecting
the
Touch
the power
Display
button for several seconds
on
the front switch
panel
to turn
on.
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. If you want to adjust the monitor while in use, or wish to
manually run this function once again, push the 'SET/AUTO' button on the front panel of the monitor.
Otherwise, you may execute the Factory reset' option on the OSD adjustment menu. However,
be aware that this option initializes all the menu items except 'Language'.
'
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Control Panel Functions
Front Panel Controls
Control
MENU Button
Function
Use this button to enter
or
exit the On Screen
Display.
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 5 seconds. The
message "OSD LOCKED" should appear.
unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing
the MENU button for 5 seconds. The message "OSD
You
can
UNLOCKED" should appear.
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Control Panel Functions
Control
-+
Function
Buttons
Use these buttons to select
Screen
SET/AUTO
Button
adjust functions
in the On
Display.
hot
For
or
more
key
information, refer to page A13
Use this button to enter
a
selection in the On Screen
Display.
AUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENT
When
adjusting
your display settings, always press
the SET/AUTO button before entering the On Screen
Display(OSD). This will automatically adjust your
display image
screen
to the ideal
resolution size
The best
display
settings for the
(display mode).
current
mode is
17 inch monitor
:
1280x1024
19 inch monitor
:
1280x1024
Power Button
Use this button to turn the
Power Indicator
This Indicator
display
on or
off.
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.
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On Screen
Screen
Display (OSD) Control Adjustment
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.
NOTE
Allow the
To make
display to
stabilize for at least 30 minutes before
adjustments
in the On Screen
-+
MENU
Display, follow these steps:
SET/AUTO
Press the MENU Button, then the main
To
access a
becomes
Use the
control,
use
highlighted,
-+
/
the
menu
-+
MENU
of the OSD appears.
-+
or
Buttons. When the icon you want
press the SET/AUTO Button.
Buttons to
SET/AUTO Button
making image adjustments.
adjust the image
to the desired level. Use the
to select other sub-menu items.
Push the MENU Button
once to return to
the main
menu to
select another
function. Push the MENU Button twice to exit from the OSD.
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On Screen
Display(OSD)
Selection and
Adjustment
following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment,
and setting menus.
The
Main
Sub-menu
menu
PICTURE
Reference
BRIGHTNESS
To
CONTRAST
contrast and gamma of the
adjust the brightness,
screen
GAMMA
PRESET
COLOR
6500K
To customize the color of
9300K
the
screen
RED
GREEN
BLUE
POSITION
TRACKING
SETUP
HORIZONTAL
To
VERTICAL
screen
CLOCK
To
adjust the position
of the
PHASE
improve the clarity
stability of the screen
LANGUAGE
To customize the
screen
status for
operating
OSD
HORIZONTAL
a
user's
and
environment
POSITION VERTICAL
WHITE BALANCE
POWER INDICATOR
FACTORY RESET
MOVIE / TEXT
FLATRON
F-ENGINE(
-
)
To select
USER
desired
or
customize
image settings
NORMAL
:
Adjustable
NOTE
The order of icons may differ
depending
on
A9
the model (A9~A13).
On Screen
Selection and
Display(OSD)
Adjustment
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.
You
were
introduced to the
Press the MENU
Menu Name
Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
PICTURE
Sub-menus
Icons
Button
Tip
MENU
-+
SET
:
:
Exit
Adjust (Decrease/Increase)
:
Enter
:
Select another sub-menu
NOTE
OSD (On Screen
Display)
menu
languages
on
A10
the monitor may differ from the manual.
On Screen
Main
Display(OSD)
menu
Selection and
Sub
Adjustment
Description
menu
PICTURE
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
To
adjust
the
CONTRAST
To
adjust
the contrast of the
GAMMA
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.
brightness
of the
screen.
screen.
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+ : Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
-
COLOR
COLOR
Select the screen color.
6500K: Slightly reddish white.
9300K: Slightly bluish white.
PRESET
?
?
RED
Set your
own
red color levels.
GREEN
Set your
own
green color levels.
BLUE
Set your
own
blue color levels.
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+ : Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
-
POSITION
POSITION
HORIZONTAL
To
move
image
left and
VERTICAL
To
move
image
up and down.
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+ : Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
-
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right.
On Screen
Display(OSD)
Main
Selection and
Sub
menu
Adjustment
Description
menu
TRACKING
TRACKING
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 : Exit
: Decrease
+ : Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
-
SETUP
To choose the
control names
OSD
POSITION
To
adjust position
on
the
SETUP
If the
WHITE
the
BALANCE
MENU
-
+
language in which
are displayed.
LANGUAGE
the
of the OSD window
screen.
output of the video card is different
required specifications,
the color
level may deteriorate due to video
signal distortion. Using this function, the
SET
SETUP
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
MENU
-
MENU
-
+
:
:
SET
:
+
SET
Exit
POWER
INDICATOR
present in the
screen.
Use this function to set the power
indicator on the front side of the monitor
to ON or OFF.
Adjust
Adjust
:
are
If you set
Select another sub-menu
If you set
OFF, it will go off.
ON at any time, the power
indicator will
FACTORY
automatically
be turned
on.
Restore all factory default settings except
"LANGUAGE."
Press the
button to reset immediately.
RESET
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
the input signal is an analog signal.
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only when
On Screen
Display(OSD)
The OSD
screen
right side
of the monitor.
Selection and
Adjustment
will appear when you touch the
(-)
button at the
Menu Name
Icons
Sub-menu Name
FLATRON F-ENGINE
Screen when
applied
Screen when not applied
When you execute F-ENGINE, two tones will appear
on the screen as shown. The applied screen will
appear
screen
the left side, whereas the non-applied
will appear on the right side.Touch the
on
SETbutton to
Main
the
use
adjusted
screen.
Sub
menu
Description
menu
MOVIE This feature lets you easily select the best desired
TEXT
image condition optimized to the environment
(ambient illumination, image types etc).
MOVIE For animation
TEXT For text
USER
images in
videos
or
movies
images (Word processing etc.)
User
manually adjust brightness, ACE or RCM.
You can save or restore the adjusted value even
when using a different environment setting.
You
To
adjust the USER
sub-menu
function,
Press the SET Button
USER
BRIGHTNESS
can
(Brightness): Adjusts screen brightness.
ACE(Adaptive Clarity Enhancer) Selects the clarity mode.
RCM(Real Color Management) Selects the color mode.
0
Not
1
Green enhance
2
Flesh tone
3
Color Enhance
ACE
1
RCM
applied
2
SAVE
MENU
SET
Select the SAVE sub-menu using the SET
button and save the YES value using the
buttons.
NORMAL This is under normal
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operating
conditions.
-
Troubleshooting
Check the
No
following before calling for service.
image
appears
Is the power cord of the
display connected?
Check and
Is the power indicator
light on?
Touch the Power button.
Is the power on and the
power indicator blue or
Adjust the brightness and the contrast.
properly
if the power cord is connected
to the power outlet.
see
green?
Is the power indicator
amber?
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.
Do you see an "OUT
OF RANGE" message
This message appears when the signal from the
PC (video card) is out of horizontal or vertical
on
the screen?
Do you see a "CHECK
SIGNAL CABLE"
message
screen?
Do you
on
the
see a
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
"OSD LOCKED" message
Do you see "OSD
LOCKED" when you
push
If the
MENU button?
You
can secure
cable and try
again.
the screen?
the current control
settings,
inadvertently
they cannot be
changed. You can unlock the OSD controls
at any time by pushing the MENU button for
so
that
on
signal
5 seconds: the message
"OSD UNLOCKED" will appear.
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Troubleshooting
Display image
Display
is incorrect
Position is
incorrect.
Press the SET/AUTO 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.
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
mono or
color is
abnormal.
Press the SET/AUTO 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 SET/AUTO 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
screwdriver to fasten if necessary.
Make sure the video card is properly inserted in the
use a
slot.
Set the color setting
at Control Panel
The
screen
blinks.
-
higher than 24 bits (true color)
Settings.
Check if the screen is set to interlace mode and if
yes, change it to the recommend resolution.
Make sure the power voltage is high enough, It has
to be
higher than AC100-240V 50/60Hz.
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Troubleshooting
Have you installed the
Have you installed the
display driver?
Do you
see an
"Unrecognized monitor,
Plug&Play (VESA DDC)
driver?
display
Be
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.
sure
Make
to install the
sure
to check if the video card
Plug&Play function.
monitor found"
message?
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supports
L17inch
Specifications
Display
17 inches (43.2cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD
Anti-Glare coating
17 inches viewable
0.264 mm pixel pitch
Sync Input
Video
Input
Resolution
Horizontal Freq.
Vertical Freq.
Analog 30 83kHz (Automatic)
56 75Hz (Automatic)
:
-
-
Input Form
Separate TTL, Positive/Negative
SOG (Sync On Green)
Signal Input
Input Form
pin D-Sub Connector
RGB Analog (0.7Vp-p/75ohm)
Max
D-sub
Recommend
VESA 1280
15
Analog: VESA 1280
x
DDC 2B
Power
Consumption
On Mode
Sleep Mode
Off Mode
35W
≤1W
≤1W
Dimensions
Width
&Weight
(with tilt stand)
Height
Depth
39.4 cm /15.51 inches
39.6 cm /15.59 inches
22.2 cm / 8.74 inches
Range
Power Input
Environmental
Conditions
1024@75Hz
1024@60Hz
Plug&Play
Tilt
x
:
Net
5.3
Tilt
-5˚~25˚
kg (11.68 lbs)
AC 100-240V~50/60Hz 1.0A
Operating Conditions
Temperature 10˚C to 35 ˚C
10 % to 80 % non-Condensing
Humidity
Storage Conditions
Temperature -20˚C to 60 ˚C
5 % to 95 % non-Condensing
Humidity
Tilt Stand
Signal
cable
Power cord
Attached( O ), Detached (
Attached(
)
), Detached ( O )
Wall-outlet type
or
PC-outlet type
NOTE
Information in this document is
subject to change without
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notice.
Display
19 inches (48.18cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD
Anti-Glare coating
19 inches viewable
0.294 mm pixel pitch
Sync Input
Horizontal Freq.
Vertical Freq.
Analog 30 83kHz (Automatic)
56 75Hz (Automatic)
:
-
Input Form
Video
Input
Resolution
-
Max
Separate TTL, Positive/Negative
SOG (Sync On Green)
15 pin D-Sub Connector
RGB Analog (0.7Vp-p/75ohm)
D-sub Analog: VESA 1280 x 1024@75Hz
Recommend
VESA 1280
Signal Input
Input Form
Plug&Play
DDC 2B
Power
Consumption
On Mode
Sleep Mode
Off Mode
39W
≤1W
≤1W
Dimensions
Width
&Weight
(with tilt stand)
Height
Depth
44.3
43.5
24.0
Tilt
Range
Power Input
/17.44inches
cm /17.12 inches
cm / 9.44inches
cm
Net
6.8
Tilt
-5˚~25˚
kg (14.99 lbs)
AC 100-240V~50/60Hz 1.0A
Operating Conditions
Tilt Stand
Attached( O ), Detached (
cable
Power cord
1024@60Hz
:
Environmental
Conditions
Signal
x
Temperature 10˚C to 35 ˚C
10 % to 80 % non-Condensing
Humidity
Storage Conditions
Temperature -20˚C to 60 ˚C
5 % to 95 % non-Condensing
Humidity
Attached(
)
), Detached ( O )
Wall-outlet type
or
PC-outlet type
NOTE
Information in this document is
subject to change without
notice.
Specifications
Preset Modes
(Resolution)
Display Modes (Resolution)
Horizontal
Freq. (kHz)
Vertical
Freq. (Hz)
VGA
640
x
350
31.469
70
VGA
720
x
400
31.468
70
VGA
640
x
480
31.469
60
23456789
VESA
640
x
480
37.500
75
VESA
800
x
600
37.879
60
VESA
800
x
600
46.875
75
MAC
832
x
624
49.725
75
VESA
1024
x
768
48.363
60
VESA
1024
x
768
60.023
75
10
MAC
1152
x
870
68.681
75
11
VESA
1152
x
900
61.805
65
*12
VESA
1280
x
1024
63.981
60
13
VESA
1280
x
1024
79.976
75
1
*Recommend Mode
Indicator
Mode
On Mode
Sleep
Mode
Off Mode
LED Color
blue
amber
Off
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How to Install the Rack wall
This monitor
1.
can
be mounted
Please the monitor
front side
facing
on a
mounting
on
the VESA standrad wall
piece of cloth
downward and
or
remove
other soft surface with the
the
rear
2. Separate
cap.
the stand base
screwdriver
3.
Install the VESA standrad wall
mounting rack..
as
shown in
using a
the picture.
mounting.
VESA wall
mounting
Connected to another
object (stand type
and wall-mounted type. This monitor
accepts
VESA-compliant mounting
pad.-optional)
a
interface
For further information, refer to the VESA
Wall Mounting Instruction Guide.
Kensington Security Slot- optional
Connected to a locking
cable that can be purchased
separately at most computer
stores
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