Owner’s Manual LED LCD MONITOR (LED Monitor*) * LG LED Monitor applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 38WN95C 38BN95C www.lg.com Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Table of Contents LICENSE Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. ENGLISH LICENSE....................................................... 2 Open Source Software Notice Information............................................. 3 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING................... 3 The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Open Source Software Notice Information ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.
Moving and Lifting the Monitor Product and Button Description 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.
Installing on a Table Adjusting the Stand Height •• Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm (3.9 inches) away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. 2 Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. 100 mm (3.9 inches) 100 mm (3.9 inches) 100 mm (3.9 inches) Max. 110.0 mm (4.3 inches) ENGLISH 100 mm (3.
ENGLISH Adjusting the Angle Using the Kensington Lock 1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. 2 Adjust the angle of the screen. 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. Connect the monitor to a table using the Kensington security system cable.
Installing the Wall Mount Plate This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices. Note Wall Mount (mm) Standard screw Number of screws Wall Mount Plate (Optional) 100 x 100 M4 x L10 4 LSW149 ENGLISH •• The wall mount plate is sold separately. •• For more information on installation, refer to the wall mount plate’s installation guide. •• Be careful not to apply too much force while mounting the wall mount plate as it may cause damage to the screen.
CAUTION ENGLISH •• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor to avoid electric shock. •• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. •• 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 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 PC screensaver if possible. •• When connecting the power cord to the outlet, use a grounded (3-hole) power strip or a grounded power outlet. •• The monitor may flicker when turned on in an area where the temperature is low. This is normal.
Connecting AV Devices HDMI Connection ENGLISH HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. Note •• Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues. •• Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur.
Headphones Connection Case 2: HDMI/DP (DisplayPort) Input Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC. [To use USB C-A cable] To use USB 3.0, connect the USB C-A cable from the monitor to your PC. Note (Sold separately) Angled ENGLISH [Monitor] [PC] •• Peripheral devices are sold separately. •• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited.
USER SETTINGS Note ENGLISH •• Your monitor’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. 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 12 Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Main menu enabled Exits the main menu.
Main Menu Features Main Menu Input Exit Settings Input Sets input mode. Power Off Turns off the monitor. Settings Configures the screen settings. Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Exit Exits the main menu. ENGLISH Power Off Description Game Mode Menu Settings 1 2 3 4 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Settings. Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options.
Quick Settings Settings > Quick Settings Description ENGLISH Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Auto Brightness Optimizes the brightness automatically for surrounding illuminance. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Adjusts the volume. Volume Note •• You can adjust Mute / Unmute by moving the joystick button to in the Volume menu. Set your own color temperature. Color Temp 14 Custom The user can adjust it to red, green, or blue by customization.
Input Settings > Input Input List Description Selects the input mode. Aspect Ratio Full Wide Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input. Original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input. Just Scan The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original. Cinema 1 Enlarges the screen with an aspect ratio of 21:9. Cinema 2 Enlarges the screen with an aspect ratio of 21:9, including the black box at the bottom for subtitles.
[PBP] Settings > Input Description Displays the screens of two input modes on one monitor. ENGLISH Main Input List Please refer to the table below for possible PBP combinations. Sub Input List Input List Sub Screen (Right) PBP Connection Main Screen (Left) Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. Aspect Ratio Main Aspect Ratio Sub Aspect Ratio 16 Full Wide Displays the video to fit the PBP screen, regardless of the video signal input.
Picture Note •• The Picture Mode that can be set depends on the Input signal. Settings > Picture Picture Mode Description Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. Vivid Heightens contrast, brightness and sharpness to display vivid images. HDR Effect Optimizes the screen for high dynamic range. Reader Optimizes the screen for reading documents. You can brighten the screen in the OSD menu. Cinema Optimizes the screen to improve the visual effects of a video.
[Picture Mode on HDR signal] Settings > Picture ENGLISH Picture Mode Description Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. Vivid Optimized the screen for HDR vivid colors. Cinema Optimized the screen for HDR video. FPS This mode is optimized for FPS games.It is suitable for very dark FPS games. RTS This mode is optimized for RTS Game. Note •• HDR content may not display correctly depending on Windows 10/ macOS settings, please check HDR On/Off settings in Windows.
Settings > Picture Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Auto Brightness Optimizes the brightness automatically for surrounding illuminance. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. SUPER RESOLUTION+ High Optimizes the screen for crystal clear images. Best for high-definition video or games. Middle Optimizes the screen for comfortable viewing, with images at the middle level between the low and high modes. Best for UCC or SD videos.
Settings > Picture Description ENGLISH Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Fast. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use Faster. Once Faster Mode is selected, Motion Blur may occur depending on the content. Response Time Faster Sets the response time to Faster. Fast Sets the response time to Fast. Normal Sets the response time to Normal. Off Disables the feature.
Settings > Picture Description Gamma The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes. Mode 4 If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Mode 4. Set your own color temperature. Color Temp Color Adjust Red/Green/Blue 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.
General Settings > General Language Description Sets the menu screen to the desired language. ENGLISH Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm. 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 feature. Note •• The value of energy saving data may differ depending on panel and panel suppliers.
Settings > General Description HDMI Compatibility Mode feature can recognize the legacy equipment that does not support HDMI 2.0. Enables HDMI Compatibility Mode. Off Disables HDMI Compatibility Mode. HDMI Compatibility Mode Note ENGLISH On •• If the connected device does not support HDMI Compatibility Mode, the screen or sound may not work properly. •• Some older graphics cards do not support HDMI 2.0,but you can select HDMI 2.0 resolution in the control panel of window.
Settings > General Description This feature lets you set the sound generated from Buzzer when your monitor powers on. Buzzer ENGLISH On Enables your monitor's Buzzer. Off Disables your monitor's Buzzer. This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus. OSD Lock On Enables OSD Lock. Off Disables OSD Lock. Note •• All features are disabled except Brightness, Contrast, Volume, Input List, Aspect Ratio, OSD Lock and Information.
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 (Settings > Input). Does the No Signal message appear or is the screen not displayed? •• This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is missing or disconnected.
Some features are disabled. Are some functions not available when you press the Menu button? •• The OSD is locked. Disable OSD Lock in General. ENGLISH Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug and Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? 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.lg.com.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 38WN95C 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. HDMI Resolution ThunderboltTM 3 ( ) / DP Power Sources AC/DC Adapter 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz Max Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz Recommended Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 120 Hz 10.0 A Power Rating 19.5 V Power Consumption On mode: 80 W Typ. (Outgoing condition) * Off Mode: ≤ 0.3 W ACC-LATP1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC 10.8 A Output: 19.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 38BN95C ENGLISH Color Depth 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. HDMI Resolution ThunderboltTM 3 ( ) / DP Power Sources AC/DC Adapter 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz 3840 x 1600 @ 75 Hz Max Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 144 Hz Recommended Resolution 3840 x 1600 @ 120 Hz 10.0 A Power Rating 19.5 V Power Consumption On mode: 47 W Typ. (ENERGY STAR® standard) * Off Mode: ≤ 0.3 W ACC-LATP1, manufactured by SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC 10.8 A Output: 19.
Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, PC) HDMI Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Polarity (H/V) 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 -/- 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 +/+ Remarks 1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/- 1920 x 1080 66.587 59.934 +/- PBP 1920 x 1600 98.678 59.95 +/- PBP 2560 x 1440 182.996 119.998 +/- 3840 x 1600 48.688 29.998 +/- HDMI 1.4 Preferred timing HDMI Compatibility Mode : On 3840 x 1600 98.75 59.994 +/- HDMI 2.
ThunderboltTM 3 ( ) / DP ENGLISH 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 -/- 1920 x 1080 66.587 59.934 +/- PBP PBP 1920 x 1600 98.678 59.95 +/- 3840 x 1600 98.75 59.994 +/- 3840 x 1600 124.313 74.977 +/- 3840 x 1600 203.25 119.982 +/- 3840 x 1600 246.813 143.
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