Owner's Manual IPS LED MONITOR (LED MONITOR*) *LG LED Monitors are LCD Monitors with LED Backlighting. Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. IPS LED Monitor (LED Monitor) Model List 43UD79 43MU79 43UD79T www.lg.
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2 Contents CONTENTS ENGLISH ENG 3 LICENSE 23 USER SETTINGS 4 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 5 6 6 7 8 10 11 11 12 13 14 15 15 16 16 Product Components Supported Drivers and Software Component and Button Description - How to Use the Joystick Button - How to Use the Joystick Button Input Connector Moving and Lifting the Monitor Installing the Monitor - Assembling the stand base - Assembling the stand base - Using the cable holder - Installing onto a table - Adjusting the angle - Using the Kensington lock
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. The SuperSpeed USB Trident logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.
4 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 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 HDMI Cable ( This cable is not included in all countries.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 5 CAUTION Always use genuine components to ensure safety and product performance. y The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of counterfeit components. y It is recommend that use the supplied components. y If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises. y NOTE Note that the components may look different from those shown here.
6 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Component and Button Description ENGLISH ENG 43UD79 43MU79 y yIR Receiver Joystick Button Power LED y yOn: power is on y yOff: power is 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 7 43UD79T ENG ENGLISH y yIR Receiver Joystick Button Power LED y yOn: power is on y yOff: power is 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.
8 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Input Connector ENGLISH ENG 43UD79 43MU79
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 9 43UD79T ENG ENGLISH
10 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. 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.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 11 Installing the Monitor 43UD79 4 Assemble the Head and Back door. 43MU79 1 Please put a soft cloth on a low table or box to protect the screen of the monitor. 2 Please put the monitor on the soft cloth with the screen facing down. CAUTION 2 the Head and Stand body. 3 1 Assemble 1 2 Assemble the Stand body and Stand base . Turn the screw clockwise to secure the stand base.
12 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Assembling the stand base ENGLISH ENG 43UD79T 1 Please put a soft cloth on a low table or box to protect the screen of the monitor. 2 Please put the monitor on the soft cloth with the screen facing down. 3 Assemble the Stand base and Head. Turn the screw clockwise to secure the stand base. CAUTION To avoid injury to the fingers and foot when yy Assembly Stand Body and Base, should hold Base when assem-bly stand body and base.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 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. When lifting or moving the monitor, do not yy touch the monitor screen. The force applied to the monitor screen may cause damage to it. Do not apply foreign substances (oils, lubricants, yy etc.
14 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installing onto a table 2 Connect the Power cord to the monitor, then plug the power cord into the wall outlet. ENGLISH ENG 1 Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place at least 3.94 inches away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. 3.94 inches 3.94 inches Or 3.94 inches 3.94 inches Or 3 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor to turn on the monitor. 3.94 inches 3.94 inches 3.94 inches 3.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Adjusting the angle 15 Or ENG ENGLISH 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. 43UD79 43MU79 Using the Kensington lock The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the Monitor set.
16 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ENGLISH ENG Installing the wall mount plate Installing to a wall This monitor supports the specification of the standard wall mount plate or compatible device. Install the monitor at least 3.94 inches away from the wall and leave about 3.94 inches of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed installation instructions can be obtained from your local retail store.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Wall Mount (A x B) yy 17 NOTE B CAUTION Unplug the power cord before moving or installing yy the monitor to avoid electric shocks. Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a yy slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. Please use the genuine LG wall mounting bracket. For more information, contact your local retail store or a qualified installer. Applying excessive force when fastening screws yy may cause damage to the monitor.
18 REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL ENGLISH ENG The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully to use the monitor correctly. To install batteries, open the battery cover, place batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching and terminals to the labels inside the compartment, and close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse. The illustrations may differ from the actual accessories.
USING 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. DisplayPort connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. Connect your PC to the monitor using the DisplayPort cable as illustrated below. Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu.
20 USING THE MONITOR ENGLISH ENG USB-C connection Connecting to AV Devices Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. Connect the monitor to your PC using the USB C-C cable as shown in the illustration below. Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu. HDMI connection 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.
USING THE MONITOR Connecting Peripherals The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. Please connect the USB C-C cable to the PC. NOTE y y y y y Make sure to install the most recent Windows OS y service pack before using the product. Peripheral devices are sold separately. y A keyboard, mouse, or USB device can be y connected to the USB port. Quick Charge is available through the USB1 port y The charging speed may vary depending on the y device.
22 USING THE MONITOR Connecting to External Devices ENGLISH ENG Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated. (sold separately) NOTE y y Peripheral devices are sold separately. y y 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.
User Settings 23 USER SETTINGS ENG ENGLISH 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.
24 User Settings User Settings ENGLISH ENG 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 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.
User Settings 25 [PBP/PIP ON] Description Input List Displays the screens of main input and sub input Aspect Ratio Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. Main input Sub input Full Wide Displays the video to fit the PBP/PIP screen, regardless of the video signal input. Original Displays the video in the aspect ratio of the video signal input on the PBP/PIP screen. Full Wide Displays the video to fit the PBP/PIP screen, regardless of the video signal input.
26 User Settings Picture Adjust ENGLISH ENG Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. SUPER RESOLUTION+ High Optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants crystal clear images. It is effective for high quality video or game. Middle The optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants images between low and high modes for comfortable viewing. It is effective for UCC or SD video.
User Settings Game Adjust Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Normal. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use Fast. Setting to Fast may cause image sticking. Fast Sets the response time to Fast. Normal Sets the response time to Normal. Slow Sets the response time to Slow. Off Does not use the response time improvement feature.
28 User Settings Menu > General Description ENGLISH ENG Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. Sound Optimizer Allows optimized sound for individual Monitor installation. SMART ENERGY SAVING Stand Type Optimized sound for a stand-mounted Monitor. Wall Mount Type Optimized sound for a wall-mounted Monitor. High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Low Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature.
TROUBLESHOOTING 29 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 > Input > Input list).
30 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 31 SPECIFICATIONS LCD Screen Resolution Video Signal Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.2451 mm x 0.
32 SPECIFICATIONS 43UD79T ENGLISH ENG LCD Screen Resolution Video Signal Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.2451 mm x 0.
SPECIFICATIONS 33 Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, PC) Display Modes (Resolution) 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 +/+ 1920 x 1080 67.5 60 +/- 2560 x 1440 88.79 59.95 +/- 3840 x 2160 67.
34 SPECIFICATIONS DisplayPort / USB-C ENGLISH ENG Display Modes (Resolution) 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 +/+ 1920 x 1080 67.5 60 +/- 2560 x 1440 88.79 59.95 +/- 3840 x 2160 66.66 30 +/- 3840 x 2160 133.
SPECIFICATIONS 35 HDMI Timing (Video) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) 480p 31.5 60 720p 45.0 60 1080p 67.5 60 2160p 135 60 Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode White (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode Off Off Mode Off Remarks When HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color is set to ON.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) Data length : 8 bits Parity : None Stop bit : 1 bit Communication code : ASCII code Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] * [Command 1] : First command to control the Monitor. * [Command 2] : Second command to control the Monitor. * [Set ID] : You can adjust the set ID to choose desired monitor ID number in optionmenu. Adjustment range is 1 ~ 10.
Command Reference List Title Power Screen Mute Input select (Main) Input select (Sub) Input select (Sub2) Input select (Sub3) Aspect Ratio (Main) Aspect Ratio (Sub) Aspect Ratio (Sub2) Aspect Ratio (Sub3) PBP/PIP PIP Size Main/Sub Screen Change Picture Mode Brightness Contrast Sharpness Brightness Stabilization SUPERRESOLUTION+ BlackLevel HDMIULTRAHD DeepColor DFC Response Time Black Stablilzer Uniformity Gamma Color Temp Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Language SMART ENERGY SAVING LED Control Button DVI Powe
Title Power Screen Mute Input select (Main) Input select (Sub) Input select (Sub2) Input select (Sub3) Aspect Ratio (Main) Aspect Ratio (Sub) Aspect Ratio (Sub2) Aspect Ratio (Sub3) PBP/PIP PIP Size Main/Sub Screen Change Picture Mode Brightness Contrast Sharpness Brightness Stabilization SUPERRESOLUTION+ BlackLevel HDMIULTRAHD DeepColor DFC Response Time Black Stablilzer Uniformity Gamma Color Temp Red Gain Green Gain Blue Gain Language SMART ENERGY SAVING LED Control Button DVI Power Supply Auto Screen
Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: LG Model : 43UD79,43MU79,43UD79T 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.
