OWNER'S MANUAL IPS LED MONITOR * (LED MONITOR ) ** LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. 34UC97 34UC97C www.lg.
Table of Contents ENGLISH TABLE OF CONTENTS 18 USER SETTINGS 18 Activating the Main Menu 18 - Main Menu Features PREPARING 19 User Settings 4 Product Composition 19 - Menu Settings 5 Product and Button Description 20 - Ratio 5 - How to Use the Joystick Button 21 - Function 6 - Input Connector 22 - PBP 7 Moving and Lifting the Monitor 24 - Picture 8 Installing the Monitor 25 - Color 8 - Assembling the Stand 26 - Settings 9 - Installing on a Table 27 - Reset 10 -
License 3 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. MaxxAudio and additional MAXX trademarks are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Waves Audio Ltd.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Product Composition Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are any missing components, contact the retailer where you purchased the product. Note that the product and related components may look different from those shown here.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 5 Product and Button Description ENGLISH Joystick Button / Power LED yy On Power on yy Off Power off How to Use the Joystick Button 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Input Connector ENGLISH ON DC switch 34UC97 DC-IN (19 V ) H/P HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 DP-IN USB UP USB IN 1 USB IN 2 HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 DP-IN USB UP USB IN 1 USB IN 2 5V 1.1 A 5V 1.1 A 34UC97C DC-IN (19 V ) H/P 5V 1.1 A 5V 1.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 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 yy Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible. -- This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images. yy Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing the Monitor 3 ENGLISH Stand Body Assembling the Stand 1 Stand Base 4 CAUTION yy To protect the screen, place the screen face down on the screen pad which is inside the box.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 6 Input connector cover 9 Installing on a Table upright position. Place the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm CAUTION yy Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product. yy Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Cautions When Connecting Power Cord Adjusting the Angle ENGLISH 1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base 2 in an upright position. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5° to 15° for a comfortable viewing experience. 15 100-240 V ~ yy Make sure to use the power cord that is provided in the product package and connect it to a grounded power outlet.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 11 Installing on the Wall The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner's manual or visit the website at http://www.kensington.com. Install the monitor at least 10 cm away from the wall and leave about 10 cm of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING yy Wall Mount (A x B) CAUTION ENGLISH A B NOTE yy Use the screws specified by VESA standards. yy The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts. yy The wall mounting bracket is optional. You can obtain optional accessories from your local dealer. yy The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. Be sure to use the proper length. yy For more information, please refer to the user manual for the wall mounting bracket.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing the Wall Mount Bracket ENGLISH Wall mount bracket Stand Hinge 3 NOTE yy Be careful not to apply too much force while mounting the wall mount bracket as it may cause damage to the screen. yy Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty.
Using the Monitor ENGLISH USING THE MONITOR yy The following instructions are based on the 34UC97 model. Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Press the joystick button, go to Menu → Easy control → Input, and then select the input option. CAUTION yy Do not press the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image distortion. yy Do not display a still image on the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image retention. Use a screensaver if possible.
Using the Monitor 15 Thunderbolt ( ) Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. Connect the monitor to your PC using the display port cable as shown in the illustration below: You can connect your high-resolution display or high-performance data device to the monitor via a Thunderbolt port. Connect your external device to the monitor using the Thunderbolt cable as illustrated below.
Using the Monitor ENGLISH Connecting AV Devices Connecting Peripherals HDMI Connection USB Cable connection - PC HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. Connect your AV device to the monitor using the HDMI cable as shown in the illustration below. The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. NOTE yy Make sure to install the most recent Windows OS service pack before using the product. yy Peripheral devices are sold separately.
Using the Monitor HDMI/DP (DisplayPort) connection USB UP USB IN 1 5V Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated. H/P USB IN 2 1.1 A 5V 1.1 A (sold separately) (sold separately) USB UP USB IN 1 5V 1.1 A USB IN 2 5V 1.1 A (sold separately) NOTE HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 yy Peripheral devices are sold separately. yy If you use angled earphones, it may cause a problem with connecting another external device to the monitor.
User Settings ENGLISH USER SETTINGS Activating the Main Menu 1 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. 2 Move the joystick up/down (▲/▼) and left/right(◄/►) to set the options. 3 Press the joystick button once more to exit the main menu. Joystick Button Button Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Main menu enabled Exits the main menu. (Holding down the button to turn off the monitor.
User Settings 19 User Settings 1 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. 2 3 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. 4 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.
User Settings Ratio ENGLISH 1 Easy control To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Easy control > Ratio by moving the joystick. 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. 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.
User Settings Function To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Function by moving the joystick. Easy control 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in Function the bottom right corner. the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit.
User Settings PBP ENGLISH 1 PBP PBP To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to PBP by movingthe joystick. 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in 4 5 Easy control Off > Input Audio Function > HDMI1 > Swap Sub Full the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it.
User Settings Menu > PBP Description Adjusts the aspect ratio of the main screen or sub screen. Main Sub Wide Displays the video to fit the PBP screen, regardless of the video signal input. Original Displays the video in the aspect ratio of the video signal input on the PBP screen. Wide Displays the video to fit the PBP screen, regardless of the video signal input. Original Displays the video in the aspect ratio of the video signal input on the PBP screen.
User Settings Picture ENGLISH 1 Picture 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in Easy control > High > Middle > Black Level Response Time Function the bottom right corner. PBP 4 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move 5 5 Sharpness To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Screen > Picture by moving the joystick. the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it.
User Settings Color Color Gamma Easy control bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Screen > Color by moving the joystick. 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in 4 5 Function the bottom right corner. 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.
User Settings Settings Settings ENGLISH 1 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Settings by moving the joystick. 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in 4 5 English > Power LED On > Automatic Standby Off > Disable > Off > Language the bottom right corner. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it.
User Settings Reset Reset Do you want to reset your settings? To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Reset by moving the joystick. Easy control 2 3 Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. 4 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move 5 the joystick to ◄ or pressing ( / OK) it. If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to ◄ until you exit.
Troubleshooting ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. Is the monitor's power cord yy Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. plugged in? Is the power LED on? yy Check the power cable connection and press the power button.
Troubleshooting 29 NOTE The display color is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored (16 colors)? Does the display color appear unstable or monochrome? Are there spots on the screen? yy Set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In Windows, go to Control Panel > Display > Settings > Color Quality. yy Check if the signal cable is connected properly. Reconnect the cable or reinsert the PC's video card.
Product Specification ENGLISH PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 34UC97 LCD Screen Resolution Video Signal Input Connector Power Sources AC/DC Adapter Stand Angle Environmental Conditions Audio Output Supported Operating System Dimensions Weight (Without Packaging) Type Color Depth TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. 8-bit color is supported. Thunderbolt ( ) Pixel Pitch 0.2325 mm x 0.
Product Specification 31 34UC97C Type Color Depth Pixel Pitch Resolution Video Signal Input Connector Power Sources AC/DC Adapter Stand Angle Environmental Conditions Audio Output Supported Operating System Dimensions Weight (Without Packaging) TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. 0.2325 mm x 0.
Product Specification Factory Support Mode ENGLISH 34UC97 34UC97C (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort/ Thunderbolt PC) (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort PC) Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Polarity (H/V) 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 -/- 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 +/+ 1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/- 1152 x 864 54.347 60.05 +/+ 1280 x 720 45 60 +/+ 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02 +/+ 1600 x 900 60 60 +/+ 1680 x 1050 65.29 59.954 -/+ 1920 x 1080 67.
PROPER POSTURE 33 Proper Posture for Using the Monitor Adjust the screen so that you can comfortably look at it at a slight downward angle from your natural eye level. yy Take a break for approximately 10 minutes every hour to reduce any fatigue caused by prolonged usage. yy Adjust the stand angle from -5° to 15° to obtain the best view of the screen. You should be looking slightly down at the screen. Stand Angle -5° to 15° Adjust the position of the screen to minimize reflections.
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. Please note that the label attached to the product provides information for technical support. Model Serial No. ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner LGE U. S. A., Inc.
