Owner's Manual IPS LED MONITOR (LED MONITOR*) *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. IPS LED MONITOR MODEL 20MP48A 23MP48D 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ 22MP48A 22MP48D 23MP48HQ 22MP48HQ www.lg.
TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS ENGLISH ENG 3 LICENSE 4 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 Unpacking 31 SPECIFICATIONS 6 Parts and buttons 7 Parts and buttons 41 8 Moving and Lifting the Monitor 9 Setting up the Monitor set 9 - Attaching the Stand Base 10 - Mounting on a table 11 - Using the cable holder 13 - Mounting on a wall 14 USING THE MONITOR SET 14 Connecting to a PC 14 - D-SUB connection 14 - DVI-D connection 15 - HDMI connection 15 Connecting to AV Devices 15 - HDMI co
LICENSE 3 22MP48HQ 23MP48HQ 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ ENG ENGLISH 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 LLC in the United States and other countries.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH ENG Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and accessories. CD(Owner's Manual) / Card DVI-D Cable D-SUB Cable ( This cable is not included in all countries. ) ( This cable is not included in all countries.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 5 CAUTION NOTE The accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model. yy Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade yy of product functions. ENG ENGLISH Do not use any unapproved accessories to ensure the safety and product life span. yy Any damages or injuries by using unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons ENGLISH ENG 22MP48A 23MP48D 22MP48D 23MP48HQ 22MP48HQ Power Indicator yyLighting On: Turned on yyLighting Off: Turned off READER (Power Button) READER Button (See p.17~18) HDMI IN Connection panel (See p.14~16) NOTE The button is located at the bottom of the monitor.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 7 Parts and buttons ENG ENGLISH 20MP48A 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ Power Indicator yyLighting On: Turned on yyLighting Off: Turned off (Power Button) Button (See p.17~18) Connection panel (See p.14~16) NOTE The button is located at the bottom of the monitor.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Moving and Lifting the Monitor ENGLISH ENG When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation regardless of its shape or size. It is advisable to place the monitor in the yy original box or packing material before attempting to move it. Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconyy nect the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the monitor frame yy firmly.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 9 Setting up the Monitor set 1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface. Stand Body CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage. 2 1 Attach the Stand Body to the monitor set. 2 Attach the Stand Base. 3 Tighten the screw to the right with a coin. Stand Base 22MP48A 23MP48D 22MP48D 23MP48HQ 22MP48HQ 1 Insert the Cable Holder. 2 Attach the Stand Body to the monitor set.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table ENGLISH ENG 1 Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright position on a table. Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. or 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 2 Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a wall outlet. 22MP48A 23MP48D 22MP48D 23MP48HQ 22MP48HQ or or 3 Press (Power) button on the bottom switch panel to turn the power on. CAUTION Unplug the power cord before moving the Monitor to another location.
Using the cable holder ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 11 ENG ENGLISH Cable holder Cable holder Cable holder Cable holder
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING NOTE WARNING ENGLISH ENG When you adjust the angle, do not hold the bottom of the Monitor set frame as shown on the following illustration, as may injure your fingers. Do not touch or press the screen when adjusting the angle of the monitor. 27MP48HQ Tilt from +20 to -3 degrees up or down to adjust the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view. Front Rear Using the Kensington security system Do not hold this set like below picture.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a wall Wall Mount (A x B) yy 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm If you intend to mount the Monitor set to a wall, attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the set. When you install the Monitor set using a wall mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop. 1 If you use screw longer than standard, the monitor might be damaged internally. 2 If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position.
USING THE MONITOR SET USING THE MONITOR SET ENGLISH ENG Connecting to a PC Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*. yy *Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user intervention. DVI-D connection Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with a DVI cable as shown in the following illustrations.
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to AV Devices Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations. HDMI connection NOTE If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility yy problem. Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo yy attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur.
USING THE MONITOR SET Connecting to External Devices ENGLISH ENG Peripheral device connection Connect peripheral devices to the monitor using headphone ports. Self Image Setting Function Press the power button on the bottom panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the "Self Image Setting" Function is executed automatically. (Only supported in Analog Mode) (sold separately) NOTE Peripheral devices are sold separately.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 17 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 2 Change the value of the menu item by pressing the buttons on the bottom of the Monitor set. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. 3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. Monitor set Buttons Monitor set Buttons NOTE The button is located at the bottom of the monitor. yy ENG ENGLISH 1 Press the desired button on the bottom of the Monitor set.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Button Description ENGLISH ENG Accesses the main menus.(See p.19) OSD Locked/OSD Unlocked This function allow you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed. Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds. Then OSD of “OSD Lock” will appear. After that, user can select lock or unlock by pressing left/right button. If user selects the “Lock” icon by pressing the “OK” button, the message “OSD Locked” will appear.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 19 Customizing Settings ENG ENGLISH Menu Settings 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 3 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 4 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu > Next Menu ENGLISH ENG Picture Sharpness Analog Digital ● ● Black Level 22MP48HQ 24MP48HQ 23MP48HQ 27MP48HQ Overscan 22MP48HQ 24MP48HQ 23MP48HQ 27MP48HQ Color HDMI Description ● To adjust the clearness of the screen ● To set offset level ● To improve the clarity and stability of the screen ● To customize the color of the screen Gamma Color Temp Six Color ● ● Color Reset Display Horizontal Vertical Clock Phase Audio 22MP48HQ 23MP48HQ Others ● To ad
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 21 Picture ENG ENGLISH 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Enter to Picture by pressing the ▼ button. 4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 5 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Color ENGLISH ENG 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Select Color by pressing the ► button. 4 Enter to Color by pressing the ▼ button. 5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 6 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 23 Display ENG ENGLISH 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Select Display by pressing the ► button. 4 Enter to Display by pressing the ▼ button. 5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 6 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Others ENGLISH ENG 1 Press MENU button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Menu OSD. 2 Select the "Next Menu" button to enter the more option settings. 3 Select Others by pressing the ► button. 4 Enter to Others by pressing the ▼ button. 5 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► or ▼ buttons. 6 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 25 READER Setting ENG ENGLISH 1 Press READER button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the Reader Mode OSD. 2 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 3 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu. Each option is explained below. Reader Mode Description Reader 1 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS FUNC. Setting ENGLISH ENG SMART ENERGY SAVING 1 Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. 2 Enter to SMART ENERGY SAVING by pressing the ▼ button. 3 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 4 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 27 ENG ENGLISH Picture Mode 1 Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. 2 Select Picture Mode by pressing the ► button. 3 Enter to Picture Mode by pressing the ▼ button. 4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 5 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow( )button. Each option is explained below.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Color Weakness ENGLISH ENG 1 Press FUNC. button on the bottom of the Monitor set to display the FUNC. OSD. 2 Select Color Weakness by pressing the ► button. 3 Enter to Color Weakness by pressing the ▼ button. 4 Set the options by pressing the ◄ or ► buttons. 5 Select EXIT to leave the OSD menu.To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, use the up arrow ( ) button. Each option is explained below.
TROUBLESHOOTING 29 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 indicator flickering? Do you see an "OUT OF RANGE" message on the screen? Do you see a "NO SIGNAL" message on the screen? yy Check and see if the power cord is connected properly to the power outlet. yy Press the Power button.
TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION ENGLISH ENG Check Control Panel ► Display ► Settings and see if the frequency or the resolution were yy changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the recommend resolution. If the recommended resolution (optimal resolution) is not selected, letters may be blurred and the yy screen may be dimmed, truncated or biased. Make sure to select the recommend resolution.
SPECIFICATIONS 20MP48A Display Resolution Power Consumption(Typ.) Power Input Screen Type Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Pixel Pitch 0.2907 mm x 0.2915 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz On Mode : 15 W (ENERGY STAR® standard)* Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W 0.
SPECIFICATIONS 20MP48A ENGLISH ENG Video Signal Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz ● ● HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Synchronization Input Connector Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS 33 22MP48A 22MP48D 22MP48HQ Display Resolution Screen Type Pixel Pitch Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 0.248 mm x 0.248 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power On Mode : 20 W (ENERGY STAR® standard)* Consumption(Typ.) Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W Power Input 19 V 1.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG Video Signal Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz 22MP48A 22MP48D 22MP48HQ ● ● ● ● ● ● ● HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Synchronization Input Connector ● Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS 35 23MP48D 23MP48HQ Display Resolution Screen Type Pixel Pitch Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 0.265 mm x 0.265 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power On Mode : 22 W (ENERGY STAR® standard)* Consumption(Typ.) Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W Power Input 19 V 1.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG 23MP48D 23MP48HQ Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) ● ● Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz ● ● DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz ● HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Synchronization Input Connector ● Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS 37 24MP48HQ Display Resolution Screen Type Pixel Pitch Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 0.2745 mm x 0.2745 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power On Mode : 22 W (ENERGY STAR® standard)* Consumption(Typ.) Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W Power Input 19 V 1.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG 24MP48HQ Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) ● Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz ● DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Synchronization Input Connector HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS 39 27MP48HQ Display Resolution Screen Type Pixel Pitch Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating 0.3114 mm x 0.3114 mm (Pixel Pitch) Max 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommend VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Power On Mode : 25 W (ENERGY STAR® standard)* Consumption(Typ.) Sleep Mode ≤ 0.3 W Off Mode ≤ 0.3 W Power Input 19 V 1.
SPECIFICATIONS ENGLISH ENG 27MP48HQ Video Signal Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) 30 kHz to 61 kHz (Automatic) ● Vertical Frequency D-SUB : 56 Hz to 75 Hz ● DVI-D : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Synchronization Input Connector HDMI : 56 Hz to 75 Hz Separate Sync.
SPECIFICATIONS ENG ENGLISH Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, D-SUB/DVI/HDMI PC) 41 20MP48A Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) 720 X 400 31.468 70 -/+ 640 x 480 31.469 60 -/- 640 x 480 37.5 75 -/- 800 x 600 37.879 60 +/+ 800 x 600 46.875 75 +/+ 1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/- 1024 x 768 60.023 75 +/+ 1152 x 864 67.5 75 +/+ 1280 x 1024 63.981 60 +/+ 1440 x 900 55.
SPECIFICATIONS HDMI Timing(Video) ENGLISH ENG 22MP48HQ 23MP48HQ 24MP48HQ 27MP48HQ Factory support mode (Preset Mode) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) HDMI 480P 31.50 60 O 576P 31.25 50 O 720P 37.50 50 O 720P 45.00 60 O 1080P 56.25 50 O 60 O Recommend Mode 1080P 67.
PROPER POSTURE 43 ENG ENGLISH PROPER POSTURE Proper posture for using the Monitor set. Adjust the Monitor set and your posture to allow you to view images at the optimal viewing angle. Place your hands gently on the keyboard, keeping your arms bent at the elbows and horizontally outright. Adjust the location of the Monitor set to avoid it reflecting light.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: LG Model : 20MP48A, 22MP48A, 22MP48D, 22MP48HQ, 23MP48D, 23MP48HQ , 24MP48HQ , 27MP48HQ Responsible Party: LG Electronics Inc. Address : 1000 Sylvan Ave. Englewood Cliffs NJ 07632 U.S.A TEL: 201-266-2534 *above information is only for USA FCC Regulatory Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. Keep the Owner’s Manual (CD) in an accessible place for future reference.