LG 27MP89HM 27 Inch Full HD IPS LED Monitor Owner’s Manual

LG 27MP89HM 27 Inch Full HD IPS LED Monitor Owner’s Manual

LICENSE

Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

MaxxAudio and additional MAXX trademarks are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Waves Audio Ltd.

The following content is only applied to the monitor which is sold in Europe market and which needs to meet the ErP Directive:

• This monitor is set to be turned off automatically in 4 hours after you turned on display if there is no adjustment to display.
• To make this setting be disabled, change the option to ‘Off’ in OSD menu of “Automatic Standby”.

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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.

CAUTION

• Always use genuine components to ensure safety and product performance.
• The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of counterfeit components.
• It is recommend that use the supplied components.
• If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises.

NOTE

• Note that the components may look different from those shown here.
• Without prior notice, all information and specifications in this manual are subject to change to improve the performance of the product.
• To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the retail store where you purchased the product.

Supported Drivers and Software 

You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com).

Component and Button Description 

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 

NOTE

• The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor.

Input Connector

Moving and Lifting the Monitor 

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.

• It is advisable to 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 cables.
• Hold the top and bottom of the monitor frame firmly.
  Do not hold the panel itself.
  
• When holding the monitor, the screen should face away from you to prevent it being scratched.
  
• When moving the monitor, avoid any strong shock or vibrations to the product.
• When moving the monitor, keep it upright, never turn the monitor on its side or tilt it sideways.

CAUTION

• As far as possible, avoid touching the monitor screen.
  This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images.
  
• If you use the monitor panel without the stand base, its joystick button may cause the monitor to become unstable and fall, resulting in damage to the monitor or human injury. In addition, this may cause the joystick button to malfunction.
  

Setting up the Monitor set

Attaching the Stand Base 

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   CAUTION
   
   • To protect the screen from scratches, cover the
     surface with a soft cloth.
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WARNING

• To avoid injury to the fingers and foot when Assembly Stand Body and Base, should hold Base when assembly stand body and base.

CAUTION

• Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product.
• Do not carry the monitor upside down by just 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 touch the monitor screen. The force applied to the monitor screen may cause damage to it.
• Do not apply foreign substances (oils, lubricants, etc.) to the screw parts when assembling the product. (Doing so may damage the product.)
• 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

NOTE

• You can disassemble the stand in the reverse order of the assembly

Mounting on a table

1. Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright position on a table.
   Leave a 100 mm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation.
   
2. Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a wall outlet.
   
3. Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor to turn on the monitor.

CAUTION

• Unplug the power cord prior to moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of electric shock.

Using the cable holder

WARNING

Do not touch or press the screen when adjusting the angle of the monitor.

NOTE

Tilt from +15 to -2 degrees up or down to adjust the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view.

Using the Kensington security system

The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the Monitor set. For more information of installation and using, refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit http://www.kensington.com.

Connect the Kensington security system cable between the Monitor set and a table.

Installing to a wall 

Install the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall and leave about 100 mm of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed installation instructions can be obtained from your local retail store. Please refer to the manual to install and set up a tilting wall mounting bracket.

To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting bracket (optional) to the back of the monitor.
Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely fixed to the monitor and to the wall.

1. If you use screw longer than standard, the monitor might be damaged internally.
2. If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position.
   In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it.

• Wall Mount (A x B)
  

CAUTION

• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor to avoid electric shocks.
• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a 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 may cause damage to the monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty.
• Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that conform to the VESA standard. Damage caused by the use or misuse of inappropriate components will not be covered by the product warranty.
• Screw length from outer surface of back cover should be under 8mm.
  

NOTE

• Use the screws specified by the VESA standard.
• The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts.
• The wall mounting bracket is optional. The accessories can be purchased at your local retail store.
• The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. Ensure the correct length screw is used.
• For more information, please refer to the user manual for the wall mounting bracket.

USING THE MONITOR SET

Connecting to a PC 

• Your Monitor set supports Plug & Play*.
  *Plug & Play: A PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user intervention.

D-SUB connection

Transmits analog video from your PC to the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the supplied D-sub 15 pin signal cable as shown in the following illustrations.

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.

Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu.

NOTE

• If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem.
• 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.
• Recommended HDMI cable types
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable with Ethernet

Connecting to AV Devices 

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.

Press the menu button and then select the input option from the input menu.

NOTE

• If you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility problem.
• 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.
• Recommended HDMI cable types
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable
  • High-Speed HDMI®/TM Cable with Ethernet

Connecting Headphones 

Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. Connect as illustrated.

NOTE

• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
• If you use angled headphones, it may cause a problem with connecting another external device to the monitor. Therefore, it is recommended to use straight headphones.
  
• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones and speaker functions may be limited.

CUSTOMIZING 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 close the main menu.
   

Main Menu Features

Customizing settings

• SMART ENERGY SAVING : Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm.

NOTE

• The display may look the same for Wide, Original options at the recommended resolution (1920 x 1080).
• The ratio is disabled in the interlaced signal.
• Saving Data depends on the Panel. So,those values should be different from each panel and panel vendor.If you select the option of SMART ENERGY SAVING is High or Low, monitor luminance become lower or higher depend on source.

Customizing settings

NOTE

• This is subsidiary for color weakness user. Therefore if you feel uncomfortable with the screen, please turn off this function.
• This function can’t distinguish some colors in some images.

Customizing settings 

NOTE

• This function will be enable only in analog input.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check the following before calling for service.

CAUTION

• Check Control Panel ► Display ► Settings and see if the frequency or the resolution were changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the recommend resolution.
• If the recommended resolution (optimal resolution) is not selected, letters may be blurred and the screen may be dimmed, truncated or biased. Make sure to select the recommend resolution.
• The setting method can differ by computer and O/S (Operation System), and resolution mentioned above may not be supported by the video card performance. In this case, please ask to the computer or the video card manufacturer

SPECIFICATIONS

27MP89HM

Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.

• 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)

Preset Modes (Resolution) 

D-SUB/HDMI PC Timing 

HDMI AV Timing

Indicator