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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. 32MN500M 32MN50W 32MN60T www.lg.com Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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. 32MN500M 32MN50W 32MN60T www.lg.com Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. 2 Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. ENGLISH TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE 2 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION 3 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 3 USING THE MONITOR 8 USER SETTINGS 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 20 LICENSE Each model has different licenses.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. 2 Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. ENGLISH TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE 2 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION 3 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 3 USING THE MONITOR 8 USER SETTINGS 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 20 LICENSE Each model has different licenses.
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... screen may not display or there may be covered by the product warranty. •• Do not carry the monitor upside down by the use genuine LG components to the monitor. This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product. •• To purchase ...com. Supported Drivers and Software You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). This may cause the monitor to it. 3 The force applied to the monitor screen may cause damage to fall off the stand and could result in this product. ENGLISH OPEN SOURCE ...
... screen may not display or there may be covered by the product warranty. •• Do not carry the monitor upside down by the use genuine LG components to the monitor. This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of the product. •• To purchase ...com. Supported Drivers and Software You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). This may cause the monitor to it. 3 The force applied to the monitor screen may cause damage to fall off the stand and could result in this product. ENGLISH OPEN SOURCE ...
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...8226;• If you to prevent it from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its joystick button may cause the monitor to become unstable and fall, resulting in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it. •• Before moving or ... cord and all other cables. •• Hold the bottom and side of the monitor. NOTE •• The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor frame firmly. Power off the monitor. / Volume control You can control the volume by pressing the joystick button or moving ...
...8226;• If you to prevent it from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its joystick button may cause the monitor to become unstable and fall, resulting in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it. •• Before moving or ... cord and all other cables. •• Hold the bottom and side of the monitor. NOTE •• The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor frame firmly. Power off the monitor. / Volume control You can control the volume by pressing the joystick button or moving ...
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... an upright position. 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. •• Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the screen can ... ensure sufficient ventilation. 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) Adjusting the Angle 1 Place the monitor mounted on the table in the product package and connect it to 15° for a comfortable viewing experience. CAUTION •• Unplug the power cord...
... an upright position. 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. •• Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the screen can ... ensure sufficient ventilation. 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) Adjusting the Angle 1 Place the monitor mounted on the table in the product package and connect it to 15° for a comfortable viewing experience. CAUTION •• Unplug the power cord...
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... Using the Kensington Lock The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Installing the Wall Mount Plate This monitor meets the specifications for how to install and set up a tilting wall mounting bracket. NOTE •... electronics stores. 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm 100 mm (3.94 inches) (3.94 inches) 6 Connect the monitor to the manual for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices. Installing on installation, refer to the wall mount plate's installation guide. ...
... Using the Kensington Lock The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Installing the Wall Mount Plate This monitor meets the specifications for how to install and set up a tilting wall mounting bracket. NOTE •... electronics stores. 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm (3.94 inches) 100 mm 100 mm (3.94 inches) (3.94 inches) 6 Connect the monitor to the manual for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices. Installing on installation, refer to the wall mount plate's installation guide. ...
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... •• 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 cause damage to the monitor. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. •...wall mounting bracket. Damage caused in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. LG Electronics is securely fixed to the monitor and to the wall. Wall Mount Plate Back of the Monitor Wall Mount Plate Back of the monitor. ENGLISH To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall ...
... •• 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 cause damage to the monitor. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. •...wall mounting bracket. Damage caused in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury. LG Electronics is securely fixed to the monitor and to the wall. Wall Mount Plate Back of the Monitor Wall Mount Plate Back of the monitor. ENGLISH To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall ...
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... This is low. NOTE •• When using a D-Sub signal input cable connector for a prolonged time. Connect the PC and the Monitor set . HDMI Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your computer without having to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues. •• Use...the screen for Macintosh •• Mac adapter For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug adapter is normal. Connecting to a PC •• This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you do not use a grounded (3-hole) power strip or a ...
... This is low. NOTE •• When using a D-Sub signal input cable connector for a prolonged time. Connect the PC and the Monitor set . HDMI Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your computer without having to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues. •• Use...the screen for Macintosh •• Mac adapter For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug adapter is normal. Connecting to a PC •• This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you do not use a grounded (3-hole) power strip or a ...
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... device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited. •• If you do not use angled earphones, it is recommended to the monitor. Therefore, it may cause compatibility issues. •• Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. NOTE •• Using... a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause a problem with Ethernet Connecting Peripherals Headphones Connection Connect peripherals to the monitor. High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable -- Angled Straight (Recommend) 9 If you use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or...
... device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited. •• If you do not use angled earphones, it is recommended to the monitor. Therefore, it may cause compatibility issues. •• Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. NOTE •• Using... a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause a problem with Ethernet Connecting Peripherals Headphones Connection Connect peripherals to the monitor. High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable -- Angled Straight (Recommend) 9 If you use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or...
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...for HDMI only) 10 Activating the Main Menu 1 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. 2 Move the joystick up/down the button more to turn off the monitor this manual. Joystick Button Button Menu Status Main menu disabled Main menu enabled Main menu disabled Main ...enabled Main menu disabled Main menu enabled Main menu disabled Main menu enabled Description Enables the main menu. Turns off the monitor. ENGLISH USER SETTINGS NOTE •• Your monitor's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this way at any time, including when the...
...for HDMI only) 10 Activating the Main Menu 1 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor. 2 Move the joystick up/down the button more to turn off the monitor this manual. Joystick Button Button Menu Status Main menu disabled Main menu enabled Main menu disabled Main ...enabled Main menu disabled Main menu enabled Main menu disabled Main menu enabled Description Enables the main menu. Turns off the monitor. ENGLISH USER SETTINGS NOTE •• Your monitor's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this way at any time, including when the...
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Turns off the monitor. Sets the picture mode. ENGLISH Main Menu Features Main Menu Power Off Input Power Off Settings Input Exit Settings Picture Mode Exit Picture Mode Auto Configuration (for optimal display in D-SUB. Configures the screen settings. Operate the Auto Configuration for HDMI only) Description Sets input mode. Exits the main menu. Power Off Input Exit Settings Auto Configuration (for D-SUB only) 11
Turns off the monitor. Sets the picture mode. ENGLISH Main Menu Features Main Menu Power Off Input Power Off Settings Input Exit Settings Picture Mode Exit Picture Mode Auto Configuration (for optimal display in D-SUB. Configures the screen settings. Operate the Auto Configuration for HDMI only) Description Sets input mode. Exits the main menu. Power Off Input Exit Settings Auto Configuration (for D-SUB only) 11
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ENGLISH Menu Settings 1 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Settings. 2 Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options. 3 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( ) it. 4 If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to until you exit. Quick Settings Input Picture General 12
ENGLISH Menu Settings 1 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Settings. 2 Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options. 3 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( ) it. 4 If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to until you exit. Quick Settings Input Picture General 12
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... the screen. High Optimized picture quality is effective for slow -moving pictures or still images. Middle The optimized picture quality is the darkest color the monitor can be adjusted. Low Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current contrast ratio of the screen. Therefore if you feel...
... the screen. High Optimized picture quality is effective for slow -moving pictures or still images. Middle The optimized picture quality is the darkest color the monitor can be adjusted. Low Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current contrast ratio of the screen. Therefore if you feel...
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... response time improvement feature. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that fits their gaming environment among four different cross hairs. •• When the monitor is off .
... response time improvement feature. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that fits their gaming environment among four different cross hairs. •• When the monitor is off .
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...OSD Lock mode, brightness, Contrast, Input, Information and Volume are displayed. High Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART Energy Saving feature. The monitor will be shown the Model, Serial Number, Total Power On Time, Resolution. Yes Returns to standby mode after a certain period. The display ...of energy saving data may differ depending on source. 17 NOTE •• The value of SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, monitor luminance become lower or higher depend on panel and panel suppliers. •• If you want to reset your settings? Prevents incorrect key...
...OSD Lock mode, brightness, Contrast, Input, Information and Volume are displayed. High Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART Energy Saving feature. The monitor will be shown the Model, Serial Number, Total Power On Time, Resolution. Yes Returns to standby mode after a certain period. The display ...of energy saving data may differ depending on source. 17 NOTE •• The value of SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, monitor luminance become lower or higher depend on panel and panel suppliers. •• If you want to reset your settings? Prevents incorrect key...
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...is correctly plugged into the power outlet. Is the Out of the graphics card. Are there spots on the screen? •• When using the monitor, pixilated spots (red, green, blue, white, or black) may be available depending on the screen. Is the No Signal message being displayed? ...8226;• This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is displayed on the performance of Range message being displayed? •• This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (graphics card) are ...
...is correctly plugged into the power outlet. Is the Out of the graphics card. Are there spots on the screen? •• When using the monitor, pixilated spots (red, green, blue, white, or black) may be available depending on the screen. Is the No Signal message being displayed? ...8226;• This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is displayed on the performance of Range message being displayed? •• This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (graphics card) are ...
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No sound from our web site: http://www.lg.com. •• Make sure to check if the graphics card supports Plug and Play function. ENGLISH Do you use.) 19 Have you installed the display driver? •• Be sure to the monitor you are made properly. •• Try increasing the volume...? •• Make sure that the headphone port connections are using. (The settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug and Play (VESA DDC...
No sound from our web site: http://www.lg.com. •• Make sure to check if the graphics card supports Plug and Play function. ENGLISH Do you use.) 19 Have you installed the display driver? •• Be sure to the monitor you are made properly. •• Try increasing the volume...? •• Make sure that the headphone port connections are using. (The settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug and Play (VESA DDC...
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ENGLISH Operating Conditions Temperature Environmental Conditions Storing Conditions Humidity Temperature Humidity Dimensions Weight (Without Packaging) Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth) With Stand Without Stand With Stand Without Stand 729.4 x 513.3 x 209.3 (mm) 28.7 x 20.2 x 8.2 (inches) 729.4 x ...notice. * The power consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard (Full White pattern , Maximum resolution). *** The monitor goes to the Sleep Mode in a couple of minutes(Max 5 minutes). ...
ENGLISH Operating Conditions Temperature Environmental Conditions Storing Conditions Humidity Temperature Humidity Dimensions Weight (Without Packaging) Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth) With Stand Without Stand With Stand Without Stand 729.4 x 513.3 x 209.3 (mm) 28.7 x 20.2 x 8.2 (inches) 729.4 x ...notice. * The power consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard (Full White pattern , Maximum resolution). *** The monitor goes to the Sleep Mode in a couple of minutes(Max 5 minutes). ...