Owner's Manual LED MONITOR* *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. LED Monitor Model List 24GM79G www.lg.
CONTENTS CONTENTS ENGLISH ENG 3 LICENSE 18 USER SETTINGS 18 Activating the Main Menu 4 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 18 - Main Menu Features 4 Product Components 19 User Settings 5 Supported Drivers and Software 19 - Menu Settings 6 Component and Button Description 7 - How to Use the Joystick Button 23 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 Moving and Lifting the Monitor 9 Installing the Monitor 9 - Assembling the stand base 10 - Using the cable holder 10 - Installing onto a table 11 - Adjusti
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. VESA, VESA logo, DisplayPort compliance logo and DisplayPort compliance logo for dual-mode source devices are all registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH ENG Product Components Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are missing components, contact the retail store where you purchased the product. Note that the product and components may look different from those shown here. CD(Owner's Manual) / Card Power Cord ( Depending on the country ) HDMI Cable Display Port Cable ( This cable is not included in all countries.
CAUTION NOTE Note that the components may look different from those shown here. yy Without prior notice, all information and specifications in this manual are subject to change to improve the yy performance of the product. To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the retail store yy where you purchased the product.
Component and Button Description 1 5V 0.9 A 2 H/P ENGLISH ENG AC-IN电源输入 Joystick Button FPS1 FPS2 RTS Custom (Game) Power LED yyOn: power on yyOff: power off Custom Front Side Buttons HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 DP IN Input Connector NOTE yy The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor.
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.
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. CAUTION As far as possible, avoid touching the monitor yy screen. This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images. It is advisable to place the monitor in the original yy box or packing material before attempting to move it.
Installing the Monitor ENG ENGLISH Assembling the stand base 4 1 CAUTION To protect the screen from scratches, cover the yy surface with a soft cloth. 2 3 CAUTION Illustrations in this document represent typical yy procedures, so they may look different from the actual product. Do not carry the monitor upside down by just yy holding the stand base. This may cause the monitor to fall off the stand and could result in personal injury.
ENGLISH ENG Using the cable holder Installing onto a table Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. 1 Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm 2 Connect the Power cord to the monitor, then plug the power cord into the wall outlet. 3 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor to turn on the monitor.
Adjusting the stand height Adjusting the angle 1 Place the monitor in an upright position, mounted on the stand base. 2 Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forwards or backwards for a comfortable viewing experience. 35 -5 2 The height can be adjusted up to 130.0 mm. 130.0 mm Rear Side Front Side WARNING WARNING To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the yy screen, do not hold the lower part of the monitor's frame as illustrated below.
Pivot Feature 3 Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. ENGLISH ENG The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. Head Stand WARNING 4 Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below. To avoid scratching the stand base, make sure yy that when rotating the monitor using the pivot feature, the stand does not make contact with the monitor. 1 Raise the monitor to the maximum height.
Installing the wall mount plate 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. This monitor supports the specification of the standard wall mount plate or compatible device. Connect the Kensington security system cable between the Monitor set and a table. 1 Place the screen face down.
Wall Mount (A x B) yy Installing to a wall A ENGLISH ENG 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 installation 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 To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting bracket (optional) to the back of the monitor.
USING THE MONITOR This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. yy *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. Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. Connect your PC to the monitor using the display port cable as illustrated below. Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu.
Connecting Peripherals The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. CAUTION Cautions When Using a USB Device A USB device with an automatic recognition yy program installed or that uses its own driver may not be recognized. Some USB devices may not be supported or may yy not work properly. It is recommended to use a USB hub or hard disk yy drive with an external power supply. (If the power supply is not adequate, the USB device may not be recognized properly.) 0.
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. Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated. 1 HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 Connecting Headphones (sold separately) NOTE NOTE If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility yy problem.
USER SETTINGS Custom (Game) RTS FPS2 FPS1 Custom ENGLISH ENG Activating the Main Menu 1 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. left/right(◄/►) to set the options. 2 Move the joystick up/down (▲/▼) and Custom RTS Custom FPS2 FPS1 (Game) Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu. 3 FPS1 FPS1 FPS2 FPS2 Custom (Game) RTS RTS Custom Custom (Game) Custom Joystick Button Button Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
User Settings 1 2 3 4 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to◄ or pressing ( / Ok) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit. yy When you enter the menu, instructions on how to use the button will appear in the bottom right corner of the screen.
Picture Mode Custom (Game) In this mode, users can customize various elements including game-related options. ENGLISH ENG NOTE yy If the picture mode is changed in the screen may flicker or the resolution of your PC screen may be affected. Picture Adjust Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.
Game Adjust You can control the black contrast to have better visibility in dark scenes. Increasing the Black Stabilizer value brightens the low gray level area on the screen. (You can easily distinguish objects on dark game screens.) Reducing the Black Stabilizer value darkens the low gray level area and increases the dynamic contrast on the screen. 1ms Motion Blur Reduction On This mode minimizes motion blur in fast-moving videos.
Menu > General Description ENGLISH ENG Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. SMART ENERGY SAVING High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Low Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Off Disables the SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Power LED Turns the power LED on the front of the monitor on or off. On The power LED turns on automatically. Off The power LED turns off.
TROUBLESHOOTING Is the monitor's power cord plugged in? Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. yy Is the power LED on? Check the power cable connection and press the power button. yy Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu > Quick Settings > yy Input).
NOTE ENGLISH ENG Check if the graphics card's resolution or frequency is within the range allowed by the monitor and set it to the yy recommended (optimal) resolution in Control Panel > Display > settings. Not setting the graphics card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed yy screen, a truncated display area, or misalignment of the display.
SPECIFICATIONS LCD Screen Resolution Video Signal Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.27675 mm x 0.27675 mm Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 144 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 160 kHz Vertical Frequency 56Hz to 144 Hz Input Connector HDMI IN1, HDMI IN2 , DP(DisplayPort) IN, H/P(Headphone) OUT , USB UP, USB 1/2 Power input AC 100-240 V~ 50 / 60 Hz 1.2 A Power consumption (Typ.
Factory Support Mode ENGLISH ENG (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort PC) Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) 720 x 400 31.468 70.08 -/+ 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 -/- 640 x 480 37.5 75 -/- 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 +/+ 800 x 600 46.875 75.0 +/+ 800 x 600 76.302 119.972 +/- 1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/- 1024 x 768 60.123 75.029 +/+ 1024 x 768 97.551 119.989 +/- 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02 +/+ 1280 x 1024 79.976 75.
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: LG Model : 24GM79G 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 This device meets the EMC requirements for home appliances (Class B) and is intended for home usage. This device can be used in all regions. Read the owner's manual (CD) carefully and keep it at hand.
