OWNER’S MANUAL IPS LED COMPUTER MONITOR (LED COMPUTER MONITOR*) * Disclaimer : LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. This product is a computer monitor and not for television purpose. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 34UM88 34UM88C 34UB88 www.lg.
TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGLISH LICENSE----------------------------------3 USER SETTINGS----------------------- 18 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING-------4 -- Activating the Main Menu-------------------------- 18 Main Menu Features -- Product Composition---------------------------------4 -- Supported Drivers and Software---------------------5 -- Product and Button Description---------------------6 How to Use the Joystick Button Input Connector -- Moving and Lifting the Monitor----------------------8 -- Installing
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH 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.
Supported Drivers and Software Check the drivers and software supported by your product and refer to the manuals on the CD enclosed in the product package. ASM Driver OnScreen Control Installation Priority 34UM88, 34UB88 34UM88C Recommended O O Required O X Recommended O O Dual Controller Optional O O TRUE COLOR PRO Optional O O •• Required and Recommended: You can download and install the latest version from the enclosed CD or from the LGE website (www.lg.com).
Product and Button Description ENGLISH Power LED •• On : Power on •• Off : Power off Joystick Button 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.
Input Connector ENGLISH 34UM88, 34UB88 34UM88C
Moving and Lifting the Monitor ENGLISH 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. •• Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it. •• Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconnect the power cord and all other cables. •• Hold the bottom and side of the monitor frame firmly. Do not hold the panel itself.
Installing the Monitor 3 Stand Body ENGLISH Assembling the Stand 1 Stand Base 2 or CAUTION Stand Body •• Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product. •• To protect the screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth. •• 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.
Installing on a Table 1 Cautions When Connecting Power Cord ENGLISH Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm 100 mm 2 Connect the power adapter to the monitor and 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. CAUTION •• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor.
Adjusting the Stand Height Adjusting the Angle 1 1 2 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5° to 20° for a comfortable viewing experience. 3 Rear The height can be adjusted up to 120 mm. Front 120 mm WARNING WARNING •• To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below.
ENGLISH Tidying up Cables Installing the Wall Mount Plate Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration. This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices. 1 2 Place the screen face down. To protect the monitor panel (screen), cover the surface with a soft cloth or the monitor protection pad included in the product package. Attach the clear sheet to the back of the monitor and align it with the screw holes.
Installing on the Wall NOTE 100 mm •• Use the screws specified by VESA standards. •• The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts. •• The wall mounting bracket is optional. You can obtain optional accessories from your local dealer. •• The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. Be sure to use the proper length. •• For more information, please refer to the user manual for the wall mounting bracket.
USING THE MONITOR ENGLISH •• The following instructions are based on the 34UM88 model. Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Press the joystick button, go to Menu → Quick Settings → Input, and then select the input option. CAUTION •• Do not press the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image distortion. •• Do not display a still image on the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image retention. Use a screensaver if possible.
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 highperformance data device to the monitor via a Thunderbolt ( ) port. Connect your external device to the monitor using the Thunderbolt cable as illustrated below.
Connecting Peripherals ENGLISH USB Cable connection - PC The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. HDMI/DP (DisplayPort) connection To use USB 3.0, connect the A-B type USB 3.0 cable of the product to the PC. Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC. NOTE DP OUT •• Make sure to install the most recent Windows OS service pack before using the product. •• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
Connecting Headphones (sold separately) NOTE •• Peripheral devices are sold separately. •• If you use angled earphones, it may cause a problem with connecting another external device to the monitor. Therefore, it is recommended to use straight earphones. Angled Straight DP OUT •• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited. ENGLISH Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated.
USER SETTINGS ENGLISH Activating the Main Menu 1 2 3 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. Move the joystick up/down ( / ) and left/right ( / ) to set the options. 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 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. •• When you enter the menu, instructions on how to use the button will appear in the bottom right corner of the screen.
Quick Settings ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Quick Settings by moving the joystick. 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.
PBP 1 4 5 PBP Sub Quick Settings Off > Sound Out Main > Swap PBP Sub Full Ratio > Picture Sound General PBP Preview Reset HDMI1 / : Move / : Ok : Back Each option is described below. Menu > PBP Sub Description Displays the screens of two input modes on one monitor.
Picture ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Picture by moving the joystick. 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.
Menu > Picture Picture Mode Description Adjusts to the last calibrated screen. Calibration 2 Adjusts to the previously calibrated screen. NOTE •• If the Picture Mode is changed in the DP (DisplayPort) input, the screen may flicker or the resolution of your PC screen may be affected. •• Calibration 2 : Installation of TRUE COLOR PRO and proceeding Calibration will enable this menu. Picture Adjust Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. Black Level Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).
Menu > Picture Color Adjust Description ENGLISH Gamma Custom gamma settings: Gamma 0, Gamma 1, Gamma 2, Off. The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes. If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Off. Color Temp Custom The user can adjust it to red, green, or blue by customization. Warm Sets the screen color to a reddish tone. Medium Sets the screen color to between a red and blue tone.
Sound 2 3 4 5 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to Sound by moving the joystick. 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.
General ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu. Go to General by moving the joystick. 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.
Menu > General Quick Charge Description Quick Charge is a feature that rapidly charges the device connected to the USB 3.0 port. Enables Quick Charge. Off Disables Quick Charge. NOTE •• Quick Charge is only available through the USB1 port. When Quick Charge is set to On, data transmission through the USB1 port is not available (e.g. connecting your keyboard, mouse, or other USB storage devices to the monitor).
Reset ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 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. 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING Is the monitor's power cord plugged in? •• Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. Is the power LED on? •• Check the power cable connection and press the power button. Is the power on and the power LED displaying white? •• Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu > Quick Settings > Input). Is the power LED blinking? •• If the monitor is in sleep mode, move the mouse, or press any key on the keyboard, to switch the display on.
NOTE ENGLISH •• Check if the graphics card’s resolution or frequency is within the range allowed by the monitor and set it to the recommended (optimal) resolution Control Panel > Display > Settings in Windows. (The settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.) •• Not setting the Graphics card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen, a truncated display area or misalignment of the display.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ENGLISH 34UM88, 34UB88 LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) Thunderbolt ( ) Pixel Pitch Resolution 0.2325 mm x 0.2325 mm Max Resolution Recommended Resolution Video Signal 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. 3440 x 1440 @ 60 Hz Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 90 kHz Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 61 Hz Synchronization Separate Sync.
34UM88C LCD Screen ENGLISH Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Pixel Pitch Resolution Video Signal 0.2325 mm x 0.2325 mm Max Resolution Recommended Resolution 3440 x 1440 @ 60 Hz Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 90 kHz Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 61 Hz Synchronization Separate Sync.
Factory Support Mode ENGLISH 34UM88, 34UB88 (Preset Mode, HDMI/ DisplayPort/ Thunderbolt PC) 34UM88C (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 -/+ 1720 x 1440 88.83 59.98 +/+ 1920 x 1080 67.
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