User’s Guide L1718S LCD Computer Monitor Make sure to read the Important Precautions before using this product. Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference. Have the model and serial number ready when calling for support.
Important Precautions 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 Only use the power cord supplied with the unit. The power cord used must have an equivalent certification by the applicable national standards as the original.
Important Precautions On Installation Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the display where the power cord is subject to damage. Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Displays are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow the release of heat generated during operation.
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. Connecting the stand 1. Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a soft cloth. 2. Assemble the Stand Body into the product in the correct direction as shown in the picture. REAR Make sure you push it until you hear it “click”. REAR 3. Assemble the Stand Base(Front, Rear) into the Stand Body in the correct direction.
Connecting the Display To remove the Stand: 1. Put a cushion or soft cloth on a flat surface. 2. Place the monitor face down on the cushion or soft cloth. The Head part The Stand base part 3. Hold the product as it follows and lift up the Stand slightly. 4. Change your hold on the product as it follows and turn the Stand Base in the arrow direction until you hear a "click." 5. Pull out the Stand to remove.
Connecting the Display To remove the Stand Base: 1.Hold the body of the Stand as it follows. 2. Press the four latches individually toward each end. 3. Pull up the body of the Stand while 4. The body of the Stand and the Stand holding the Stand Base with the other hand. Base are successfully separated.
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˚~20˚ 20 Warning: When adjusting the angle of the screen, do not put your finger(s) in between the head of the monitor and the stand body . You can hurt your finger(s).
Connecting the Display 1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 2. Connect the signal cable. When attached, tighten the thumbscrews to secure the connection. 1 3. Connect the power cord into a proper power outlet that is easily accessible and close to the display. 2 Power Cord Signal Cable Varies according to model. NOTE This is a simplified representation of the rear view.
Control Panel Functions Side Front Panel Controls Control Function MENU Button 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 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.
Control Panel Functions Control AUTO/SET Button Function Use this button to enter a selection in the On Screen Display. 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 17 inch monitor : 1280 x 1024 Power Button Use this button to turn the display on or off.
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. NOTE Allow the display to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image adjustments.
On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The following table describes all the On Screen Display control, adjustment, and setting menus.
On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment 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 PICTURE Sub-menus Icons Button Tip MENU : Exit : Adjust (Decrease/Increase) SET : Enter : Select another sub-menu NOTE OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual.
On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description PICTURE PICTURE BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness of the screen. CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the screen. 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. MENU : Exit : Decrease : Increase SET : Select another sub-menu COLOR COLOR PRESET Selects the color temperature. • 6500K: Slightly reddish white.
On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description TRACKING TRACKING CLOCK Adjusts any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background. The horizontal screen size will also change. PHASE Adjusts the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen text. MENU : Exit : Decrease : Increase SET : Select another sub-menu SETUP LANGUAGE Chooses the language in which the control names are displayed.
Troubleshooting Check the following before calling for service. No image appears ● Is the power cord of the • Check and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power outlet. display connected? ● Is the power indicator light on? • Press the Power button. ● Is the power on and the • Adjust the brightness and the contrast.
Troubleshooting Display image is incorrect ● Display Position is incorrect. • 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.
Troubleshooting Have you installed the display driver? ● Have you installed the display driver? • 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. ● Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? • Make sure to check if the video card supports Plug&Play function.
Specifications Display 17 inches (43.2 cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 17 inches viewable 0.264 mm pixel pitch Sync Input Horizontal Freq. Vertical Freq. Input Form Video Input Signal Input Input Form 30 - 83 kHz (Automatic) 50 - 75 Hz (Automatic) Separate TTL SOG (Sync On Green) 15 pin D-Sub Connector RGB Analog (0.
Specifications Preset Modes (Resolution) Display Modes (Resolution) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 *12 13 VGA VGA VGA VESA VESA VESA MAC VESA VESA MAC VESA VESA VESA Horizontal Freq. (kHz) 31.469 31.469 31.469 37.500 37.879 46.875 49.725 48.363 60.023 68.681 61.805 63.981 79.976 640 x 350 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 870 1152 x 900 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 Vertical Freq. (Hz) 70 70 60 75 60 75 74.
Installing the Wall mount plate This monitor satisfies the specifications of the Wall mount plate or the interchange device. 1. Put a cushion or soft cloth on a flat surface. 2. Place the monitor face down on the cushion or soft cloth. The Head part The Stand base part 3. Hold the product as it follows and lift up the Stand slightly. 4. Change your hold on the product as it follows and turn the Stand Base in the arrow direction until you hear a "click." 5. Pull out the Stand to remove.
Installing the Wall mount plate 6. Installing the wall mount plate VESA wall mounting This monitor accepts VESA compliant mounting interfaces (VESA FDMI) made by other manufacturers. They connect to back of the monitor with four screws. For further information, refer to the instruction guide included with the mount. Kensington Security Slot A mounting slot for a locking cable that can be purchased separately at most computer stores.
Digitally yours