Owner’s Manual

(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.

27GN950 27GN95B

www.lg.com
Copyright 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
 TABLE OF CONTENTS
ENGLISH

LICENSE..........................................................3

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

INFORMATION................................................4

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING......................4

USING THE MONITOR....................................16

USER SETTINGS............................................18

TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................26

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION.............................30

2
LICENSE
Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license.

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

The SuperSpeed USB Trident logo is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum, Inc.

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.

Waves MaxxAudio®, Maxx®, and addition Maxx marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Waves Audio Ltd.

3
 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
INFORMATION CAUTION
ENGLISH

To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this •• Always use genuine LG components to ensure safety and product performance.
product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, •• The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of unauthorized components.
warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open •• It is recommended that use the supplied components.
source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost •• Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual
of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to [email protected]. This offer is valid for a period of product.
three years after our last shipment of this product. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information. •• 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.
•• Do not carry the monitor upside down by just holding the 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.
•• For wave pattern on appearance, unlike the general method of coating, it’s applied to added glittering
material in raw material. With no peeled-off appearance, it has good durability. Please use it with confidence
because there is no problem in using the product at all.

4
 NOTE Product and Button Description
•• The components may look different from those illustrated here.
•• Without prior notice, all product information and specifications contained in this manual are subject to
change to improve the performance of the product.
•• To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or an online shopping site, or contact the retailer

ENGLISH
from which you purchased the product.
•• The power cord provided may differ depending upon the region.

Supported Drivers and Software

•• You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com).
-- Monitor Driver / / /

Lighting Button

Joystick Button

5
 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/up/
down with your finger.

Basic Functions
ENGLISH

Lighting

(Power on): Press the joystick button once with your finger to turn on the monitor.
( Power off): Press and hold the joystick button once more than 5 seconds with your finger to turn off the
monitor.
(Volume control): You can control the volume by moving the joystick button left/right.

6
How to Use the Lighting Button When Lighting is On
You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the lighting button or moving it left/right with : Pressing the lighting button enables you to change the lights on the back of the monitor to eight different
your finger. colors.
: Press and hold the lighting button once with your finger to turn off the lighting on the back of the monitor.
Basic Functions : You can control the lighting brightness by moving the lighting button left/right.

ENGLISH
NOTE
•• The joystick and lighting button are located at the bottom of the monitor.
•• The Lighting function for the back of the monitor is available even when the monitor is in power saving
mode or when its screen is off. ([Settings] > [General] > [Lighting Option] > [Keep Lighting Status])
•• Lighting LED is not for illumination purposes. Please be aware that changes in this setting component may
increase energy consumption of this monitor.

When Lighting is Off

: Press the lighting button once with your finger to turn on the lighting on the back of the monitor.
: Press and hold the lighting button once with your finger to turn on the lighting on the back of the monitor.
: Not functional

7
 Moving and Lifting the Monitor CAUTION
•• Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible.
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. -- This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images.
•• Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to move it. •• If you use the monitor panel without the stand base, its joystick button may cause the monitor to become
ENGLISH

unstable and fall, resulting in damage to the monitor or human injury. In addition, this may cause the
•• Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconnect the power cord and all other cables.
joystick button to malfunction.
•• Hold the bottom and side 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 from being scratched.
•• When transporting the monitor, do not expose the monitor to shock or excessive vibration.
•• When moving the monitor, keep it upright and never turn the monitor on its side or tilt it sideways.

8
Installing on a Table CAUTION
•• Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor at least 100 mm (3.9 •• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of electric shock.
inches) away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. •• Make sure to use the power cord that is provided in the product package and connect it to a grounded power
outlet.
•• If you need another power cord, please contact your local dealer or the nearest retail store.

ENGLISH
: 100 mm (3.9 inches)

9
 Adjusting the Stand Height WARNING
1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. •• To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part of the monitor’s frame
as illustrated below.
2 Handle the monitor with both hands for safety.
•• Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the monitor.
ENGLISH

Max. 110.0 mm
(4.3 inches)

WARNING
•• When adjusting the screen height, do not place your hand on the stand body to avoid injury to your fingers.

Adjusting the Angle

1 Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position.
2 Adjust the angle of the screen.
The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5 ° to 15 ° for a comfortable viewing
experience.

10
Pivot Feature 1 Raise the monitor to the maximum height.
The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90 ° clockwise.

WARNING
•• When using the Pivot function, do not rotate the monitor too fast or with excessive force.

ENGLISH
-- The head may come in contact with the stand and scratch the base.
-- Be careful as you may injure your finger by jamming it between the head and the stand.

Monitor’s head
2 Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure.

Stand

11
 3 Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. NOTE
•• Auto Pivot feature of the display is not supported.
•• The screen can be rotated easily using the screen pivot shortcut key provided with your Windows operating
system. Note that some Windows versions and some graphics card drivers may use different settings for the
screen pivot key or may not support the pivot key at all.
ENGLISH

4 Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90 ° as shown below.

12
Using the Kensington Lock Installing on the Wall
For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s manual or visit the This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible devices.
website at http://www.kensington.com. Install the monitor at least 100 mm (3.9 inches) away from the wall and leave about 100 mm (3.9 inches)
Connect the monitor to a table using the Kensington security system cable. of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed installation instructions can be
obtained from your local retail store. Alternatively, please refer to the manual for how to install and set up a

ENGLISH
tilting wall mounting bracket.

: 100 mm (3.9 inches)

NOTE
•• The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain optional accessories from most electronics stores.

13
 Installing the Wall Mount Plate NOTE
To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting bracket (optional) to the back of the monitor. •• Use the screws specified by VESA standards.
Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely fixed to the monitor and to the wall. •• 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.
Wall Mount 100 mm x 100 mm (3.9 inches x 3.9 inches)
ENGLISH

•• The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. If you use screws longer than the
Standard screw M4 x L10 standard length, it may damage the inside of the product.
Number of screws 4 •• For more information, please refer to the user manual for the wall mounting bracket.
Wall Mount Plate (Optional) LSW 149 •• Be careful not to apply too much force while mounting the wall mount plate as it may cause damage to the
screen.
•• Remove the stand before installing the monitor on a wall mount by performing the stand attachment in
reverse.

14
 CAUTION
•• 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.
•• To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the wall in accordance with the installation

ENGLISH
instructions.
•• 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.
•• Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that conform to VESA standards. Damage caused by the use or
misuse of inappropriate components will not be covered by the product warranty.
•• When measured from the back of the monitor, the length of each installed screw must be 8 mm (0.3 inches)
or less.

: Wall Mount Plate

: Back of the Monitor
: Standard screw
: Max. 8 mm (0.3 inches)

15
 USING THE MONITOR Connecting to a PC
•• This monitor supports the * feature.
•• Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. * : A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without having to reconfigure
Press the joystick button, go to [Settings] > [Input], and then select the input option. anything or install any manual drivers.
ENGLISH

CAUTION
HDMI Connection
•• If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there may be image noises.
Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor.
•• 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 CAUTION
screensaver if possible. •• Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues.
•• When connecting the power cord to the outlet, use a grounded (3-hole) power strip or a grounded power •• Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may
outlet. not display or a connection error may occur.
•• The monitor may flicker when turned on in an area where the temperature is low. This is normal. •• Recommended HDMI cable types
•• Sometimes red, green, or blue spots may appear on the screen. This is normal. -- High Speed HDMI®/™ cable
-- High Speed HDMI®/™ cable with Ethernet

16
DisplayPort Connection Connecting Peripherals
Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor.

NOTE USB Device connection

•• There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC. The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub.

ENGLISH
•• If you are using a Mini DisplayPort output graphics card, use a Mini DP to DP (Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort) To use USB 3.0, connect the A-B type USB 3.0 cable of the product to the PC.
cable or gender that supports DisplayPort1.4. (Sold separately) Peripheral devices connected to the USB IN port can be controlled from the PC.

NOTE
Connecting AV Devices •• It is recommended you install all Windows Updates to keep your Windows up-to-date before connecting to
the product for use.
HDMI Connection •• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
•• A keyboard, mouse, or USB device can be connected to the USB port.
HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor.
•• The charging speed may vary depending on the device.
NOTE
CAUTION
•• Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues.
•• Cautions when using a USB device.
•• 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. -- A USB device with an automatic recognition program installed, or that uses its own driver, may not be
recognized.
•• Recommended HDMI cable types
-- Some USB devices may not be supported or may not work properly.
-- High Speed HDMI®/™ cable
-- It is recommended to use a USB hub or hard disk drive with power supplied. (If the power supply is not
-- High Speed HDMI®/™ cable with Ethernet
adequate, the USB device may not be recognized properly.)

17
 Connecting Headphones
Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port.
USER SETTINGS
NOTE NOTE
•• Peripheral devices are sold separately.
ENGLISH

•• Your monitor’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.
•• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones and speaker functions may be •• When [Beep Guide] is activated, pressing the joystick button will take you to [Settings] right away.
limited.
•• 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. 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.

Angled Straight
Joystick Button
(Recommend)

18
 Main Menu Features

ENGLISH
•• Main menu disabled: Enables the main menu.
•• Main menu enabled: Exits the main menu. (Holding down the button more than 5 seconds to turn off the
monitor. You can turn off the monitor this way at any time, including when the OSD is on.)

•• Main menu disabled: Adjusts the monitor volume level. ( , )

•• Main menu enabled: Enters the [Input] features. ( ) / Enters the [Settings] feature. ( )

•• Main menu disabled: Enters the [Accessibility] menu. ( , )

•• Main menu enabled: Turns off the monitor. ( ) / Enters the [Game Mode] feature. ( )
Main Menu Description

: [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.

19
 Menu Settings [Game Mode]
1 To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the [Settings] > [Game Mode]
[Settings].
2 Move the joystick up/down and left/right to set the options. [Game Mode] on SDR(Non-HDR) signal
ENGLISH

3 To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( ) it. •• [Gamer1]/[Gamer2]: [Gamer1] and [Gamer2] picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display
4 If you want to exit the OSD menu, move the joystick to until you exit. settings, including game-related setup options.
•• [FPS]: This mode is optimized for FPS games. It is suitable for very dark FPS games.
•• [RTS]: This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
•• [Vivid]: Optimized the screen for vivid colors.
•• [Reader]: Optimizes the screen for reading documents. You can brighten the screen in the OSD menu.
[Game Mode] [Game Adjust] [Picture Adjust] [Input] [General] •• [HDR Effect]: Optimizes the screen for high dynamic range.
•• [sRGB]: A standard RGB color space for the monitor and printer.
•• [Calibration 1]: Adjusts to the last calibrated screen.
•• [Calibration 2]: Adjusts to the previously calibrated screen. Installation of will enable
this menu.

20
 [Game Mode] on HDR signal [Game Adjust]
•• [Gamer1]/[Gamer2]: [Gamer1] and [Gamer2] picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display [Settings] > [Game Adjust]
settings, including game-related setup options. •• [Overclock]
•• [FPS]: This mode is optimized for FPS games. It is suitable for very dark FPS games. -- [On]: Sets Overclock to a higher refresh rate than specified by the panel specification.
•• [RTS]: This mode is optimized for RTS Game.

ENGLISH
-- [Off]: Disables the Overclock improvement feature.
•• [Vivid]: Optimized the screen for vivid colors. •• [Adaptive-Sync]/[FreeSync Premium Pro]: Provides seamless and natural images in a gaming environment.
Note that the screen flickering may occur intermittently in a specific gaming environment.
NOTE
•• HDR content may not display correctly depending on Windows 10 OS settings, please check HDR on/off NOTE
settings in Windows. •• [Overclock]
•• When the HDR function is turned on, the characters or picture quality may be poor according to Graphic card -- After the monitor reboots, change the maximum refresh rate setting in the GPU control panel.
performance. -- If the screen display appears abnormal, turn off the Overclock setting.
•• While the HDR function is on, screen flickering or cracking may occur when changing the monitor input or -- The function can only be used through DisplayPort.
power on/off according to Graphic card performance.
-- The Overclock function's features/performance may vary depending on the graphics card or gaming
•• For information about whether the graphics card and game support HDR, visit their manufacture's website. content.
-- We do not guarantee the performance of the function and are not responsible for any side effects that may
occur from its activation.
•• [Adaptive-Sync]/[FreeSync Premium Pro]
-- Supported Interface:
.
-- Supported Graphic Card: A graphic card that supports NVIDIA's G-SYNC or AMD’s FreeSync is necessary.
-- Supported Version: Make sure to update the graphic card to the latest driver.
-- For more information and requirement, refer to NVIDIA website (www.nvidia.com) and AMD website
(www.amd.com).

21
 •• [Black Stabilizer]: You can control the black contrast to have better visibility in dark scenes. You can easily [Picture Adjust]
distinguish objects on dark game screens.
[Settings] > [Picture Adjust]
•• [Response Time]: Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen.
•• [Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the screen.
For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use [Fast].
•• [Contrast]: Adjusts the contrast of the screen.
For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use [Faster].
ENGLISH

•• [Sharpness]: Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.

Setting to [Faster] may cause image sticking.
•• [Gamma]
-- [Faster]: Sets the response time to [Faster].
-- [Mode 1], [Mode 2], [Mode 3]: The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes.
-- [Fast]: Sets the response time to [Fast].
Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image becomes.
-- [Normal]: Sets the response time to [Normal].
-- [Mode 4]: If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select [Mode 4].
-- [Off]: Disables the feature.
•• [Color Temp]: Set your own color temperature.
•• [Cross Hair]: Cross hair provides a mark on the center of the screen for First Person Shooter (FPS) games.
-- [Custom]: The user can customize the red, green and blue color.
Users can select the cross hair that fits their gaming environment among four different cross hairs.
-- [Warm]: Sets the screen color to a reddish tone.
When the monitor is off or enters energy saving mode, the cross hair feature is automatically turned off.
-- [Medium]: Sets the screen color to between a red and blue tone.
[Settings] > [Game Adjust] > [Game Reset] -- [Cool]: Sets the screen color to a bluish tone.
•• [Do you want to reset your Game settings?]: -- [Manual]: The user can fine-tune the color temperature.
-- [No]: Cancel the select.
-- [Yes]: Returns to the default settings.

22
•• [R/G/B]: You can customize the picture color using red, green, and blue colors. [Input]
•• [Six Color]: Meets the user requirements for colors by adjusting the hue and saturation of the six colors (red,
[Settings] > [Input]
green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow) and then saving the settings.
•• [Input]: Selects the input mode.
-- Hue: Adjusts the tone of the screen colors.
•• [Ratio]: Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen.
-- Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of the screen colors. The lower the value, the less saturated and brighter

ENGLISH
the colors become. The higher the value, the more saturated and darker the colors become. The display may look the same for [Full Wide], [Original], and [Just Scan] options at the recommended
resolution.
•• [Black Level]: Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).
There is no [Just Scan] menu on [Adaptive-Sync]/[FreeSync Premium Pro] Mode. (Go to [Game Adjust] >
Offset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the monitor can display.
[Adaptive-Sync]/[FreeSync Premium Pro], to set [Adaptive-Sync]/[FreeSync Premium Pro] [On] or [Off])
-- [High]: Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen.
-- [Full Wide]: Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input.
-- [Low]: Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current contrast ratio of the screen.
-- [Original]: Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input.
•• [DFC]
-- [Just Scan]: The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original.
-- [On]: Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
•• [Auto Input Switch]: When [Auto Input Switch] is set to [On], display will automatically switch to new input
-- [Off]: Disables the DFC feature. when connected.
[Settings] > [Picture Adjust] > [Picture Reset]
•• [Do you want to reset your picture settings?]:
-- [No]: Cancel the select.
-- [Yes]: Returns to the default settings.

23
 [General] •• [Power LED]: Turns the power LED on the bottom of the monitor on or off.
When the Power LED function is turned on, it operates as follows:
[Settings] > [General]
-- On Mode: Red
•• [Waves MaxxAudio®]: Select the sound equipment what you are using.
-- Sleep Mode: Flashing Red
[Over-the-ear] [On-ear] [Ear-buds] -- Off Mode: Off
ENGLISH

•• [Automatic Standby]: Feature that automatically turns off the monitor when there is no movement on the
screen for a period of time. You can set a timer for the auto-off function ([Off], [4H], [6H], and [8H]).
•• [HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color]: Provides sharper images when connected to a device supporting ULTRA HD
Deep Color.
-- To use [HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color], turn this function on.
-- If the connected device does not support Deep Color, the screen or sound may not work properly.
-- [Off]: Disables the [Waves Maxx Audio®] feature. In this case, set this function to off.
•• [Language]: Sets the menu screen to the desired language.
4K @ 60 Hz Support Format (HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color: On)
•• [SMART ENERGY SAVING]: Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm.
-- [High]: Saves energy using the high-efficiency [SMART ENERGY SAVING] feature. Color Depth / Chroma Sampling
Resolution Frame rate (Hz)
-- [Low]: Saves energy using the low-efficiency [SMART ENERGY SAVING] feature. 8 bit 10 bit
-- [Off]: Disables the feature.
YCbCr 4:2:0
-- The value of energy saving data may differ depending on panel and panel suppliers.
-- If you select the option of [SMART ENERGY SAVING] is [High] or [Low], monitor luminance become higher 59.94 YCbCr 4:2:2
3840 x 2160
or lower depend on source. 60.00 YCbCr 4:4:4 -
•• [Deep Sleep Mode]: When Deep Sleep mode is enabled, power consumption is minimized while the monitor
is in standby mode. RGB 4:4:4 -
-- [On]: Enables [Deep Sleep Mode].
-- [Off]: Disables the feature.
•• [Lighting Option]: When turning off the monitor, You can set a [Keep Lighting Status] or [Turn Off Lighting].
-- [Keep Lighting Status]: When the monitor turn off, the lighting on the back of the monitor is always on.
-- [Turn Off Lighting]: When the monitor turn off, the lighting on the back of the monitor turn off. When the
monitor turn on, the last selected lighting status turn on.

24
•• [DisplayPort Version] •• [Buzzer]: This feature lets you set the sound generated from Buzzer when your monitor powers on.
-- Please set the [DisplayPort Version] to match the version of the connected external device ([1.4(DSC)], •• [OSD Lock]: This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus.
[1.4], and [1.2]). All features are disabled except [Brightness], [Contrast] in [Picture Adjust], [Input], [OSD Lock] and
-- To display 144 Hz or over on [1.4(DSC)], make sure to use the graphics card that supports DSC (Display [Information] in [General].
Stream Compression). •• [Information]: The following display information will be shown; [Total Power On Time], [Resolution].

ENGLISH
-- If you want to use the HDR, select the [DisplayPort Version] to [1.4(DSC)] or [1.4]. [Settings] > [General] > [Reset to Initial Settings]
•• [Local Dimming]: Maximizes the contrast ratio by making the bright areas of the screen brighter and the dark •• [Do you want to reset your settings?]
areas of the screen darker. Turning this option off may increase energy consumption.
-- [No]: Cancel the reset.
-- [On]: Enables [Local Dimming].
-- [Yes]: Returns to the default settings.
-- [Auto]: Adjusts the contrast ratio automatically according to the screen for high dynamic range.
-- [Off]: Disables the feature.
•• [Variable Backlight]: Provides extended contrast and gradation on a dark screen depending on game or video
content. When these feature is enabled, the screen flickering may occur intermittently.
The function can only be used on HDR content.
It is recommended to turn off when you are not using the gaming function.
-- [Faster]: Preferably for PC gaming experiences.
-- [Fast]: Preferably for console gaming experiences.
-- [Normal]: Preferably for playing video content and internet or word-processing.
-- [Off]: Disables the Variable Backlight feature.

25
 TROUBLESHOOTING
Nothing is displayed on the screen.
ENGLISH

•• Is the monitor's power cord plugged in?

-- Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet.
•• Is the monitor's adapter plugged in?
-- Make sure to use the adapter that is provided in the product package.
•• Is the power LED on?
-- Check the power cable connection and press the power button.
•• Is the power on and the power LED displaying red?
-- Check that the connected input is enabled ([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.
-- Check if the computer is turned on.
•• Is the [The screen is not currently set to the recommended resolution.] message being displayed?
-- This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (graphics card) are out of the recommended horizontal or vertical frequency range of the monitor. Please see the Product Specification section of this manual to set the
appropriate frequency.
•• Is the [No Signal] message being displayed?
-- This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and reconnect it.
•• Is the [Out of Range] message being displayed?
-- This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (graphics card) are out of the horizontal or vertical frequency range of the monitor. Please see the Product Specification section of this manual to set the appropriate frequency.

26
 3840 x 2160 resolution is not available. (144 Hz or Higher)
•• Is it connected to the correct input?
-- If it is connected with HDMI input, set it to DisplayPort input.
-- Go to [Settings] > [General] > [DisplayPort Version] and set the option to [1.4(DSC)].

ENGLISH
-- Go to [Settings] > [Game Adjust] > [Overclock] and set the option to [On]. (For 160 Hz)
•• Check if the graphic card supports the DSC (Display Stream Compression).
•• Check if the graphics card driver has been updated to the latest version.

Some features are disabled.

•• Are some functions not available when you press the Menu button?
-- The OSD is locked. Disable [OSD Lock] in [General].

Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, monitor found" message?

•• Have you installed the display driver?
-- Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: http://www.lg.com.
-- Make sure to check if the graphics card supports function.

27
 The screen retains an image.
•• Does image sticking occur even when the monitor is turned off?
-- Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image.
-- To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver.
ENGLISH

Screen display is unstable and shaky. / Images displayed on the monitor leave shadow trails.
•• Did you select the appropriate resolution?
-- If the selected resolution is HDMI 1080i 60/50 Hz (interlaced), the screen may be flickering. Change the resolution to 1080p or the recommended resolution.

NOTE
•• Vertical Frequency: In order to display an image, the screen must be refreshed dozens of times per second, like a fluorescent lamp. The number of times the screen is refreshed per second is called vertical frequency, or refresh
rate, and is represented by Hz.
•• Horizontal Frequency: The time it takes to display one horizontal line is called the horizontal cycle. If 1 is divided by the horizontal interval, the result is the number of horizontal lines displayed per second. This is called horizontal
frequency and is represented by kHz.
•• 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.
•• The setting methods may be different depending on the computer or operating system, and some resolutions may not be available depending on the performance of the graphics card. If this is the case, contact the
manufacturer of the computer or graphics card for assistance.
•• Some graphics cards may not support 3840 x 2160 resolution. If the resolution cannot be displayed, contact the manufacturer of your graphics card.

28
 The display color is abnormal.
•• Does the display appear discolored (16 colors)?
-- Set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In Windows, go to Control Panel > Display > Settings > Color Quality. (The settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.)
•• Does the display color appear unstable or monochrome?

ENGLISH
-- Check if the signal cable is connected properly. Reconnect the cable or reinsert the PC's graphics card.
•• Are there spots on the screen?
-- When using the monitor, pixilated spots (red, green, blue, white, or black) may appear on the screen. This is normal for an LCD screen. It is not an error, nor is it related to the monitor's performance.

No sound from the headphone port.

•• Are images displayed using DisplayPort or HDMI input without sound?
-- Make sure that the headphone port connections are made properly.
-- Try increasing the volume with the joystick.
-- Set the audio output of the PC to the monitor you are using. On Microsoft Windows, go to Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound > set the Monitor as default device. (The settings may differ depending on the
operating system (OS) you use.)

The Lighting on the back of the monitor does not turn on.
•• Is the monitor's power cord plugged in?
-- Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet.
•• Is the monitor's adapter plugged in?
-- Make sure to use the adapter that is provided in the product package.
•• Did you press the Lighting Button?
-- Press the Lighting Button located at the bottom of the monitor.

29
 PRODUCT SPECIFICATION Environmental Conditions
•• Operating Conditions
-- Temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
-- Humidity: Less than 80 %
The symbol means alternating current, and the symbol means direct current.
•• Storing Conditions
ENGLISH

-- Temperature: -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)

Color Depth: 10-bit color is supported. -- Humidity: Less than 85 %
Resolution Dimensions: Monitor Size (Width x Height x Depth)
•• Max Resolution: •• With Stand:
-- 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (HDMI) -- 609.2 x 570.6 x 291.2 (mm)
-- 3840 x 2160 @ 160 Hz (DisplayPort) ([Overclock]: [On]) -- 23.9 x 22.4 x 11.4 (inches)
•• Recommended Resolution: •• Without Stand:
-- 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz (HDMI) -- 609.2 x 352.9 x 53.7 (mm)
-- 3840 x 2160 @ 144 Hz (DisplayPort) -- 23.9 x 13.8 x 2.1 (inches)
AC/DC Adapter Weight (Without Packaging)
•• Model: ADS-110CL-19-3 190110G •• With Stand: 7.7 kg (16.9 lbs)
Manufacturer: SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC •• Without Stand: 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs)
-- Input: 100-240 V ~50/60 Hz 1.5 A Power Sources
-- Output: 19 V 5.79 A •• Power Rating: 19 V 5.0 A
•• Model: ADS-120QL-19A-3 190110E •• Power Consumption
Manufacturer: SHENZHEN HONOR ELECTRONIC -- Operating Mode: 65 W (Typical)*
-- Input: 100-240 V ~50/60 Hz 1.6 A -- Sleep Mode: ≤ 0.5 W ([Deep Sleep Mode]: [On])**
-- Output: 19 V 5.79 A -- Off Mode: ≤ 0.3 W
* The Operating Mode of Power Consumption is measured with LGE test standard. (Full White pattern,
Maximum resolution)
* The Power Consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting.
** The monitor goes to the sleep mode in a couple of minutes. (Max. 5 minutes)

30
Supported Mode
(Preset Mode, HDMI/DisplayPort)

Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Polarity (H/V) Remarks

ENGLISH
640 x 480 31.469 59.94 -/-
800 x 600 37.879 60.317 +/+
1024 x 768 48.363 60 -/-
1920 x 1080 67.5 60 +/+
2560 x 1440 182.996 120 +/- HDMI only ([ ]: [On])
3840 x 2160 66.66 30 +/- HDMI only
3840 x 2160 133.32 60 +/-
3840 x 2160 214.563 95 +/- DisplayPort 1.4 (DSC*) / DisplayPort 1.4
3840 x 2160 274.438 120 +/- DisplayPort 1.4
3840 x 2160 320 144 +/- DisplayPort 1.4 (DSC*)
DisplayPort 1.4 (DSC*)
3840 x 2160 355 160 +/-
([Overclock]: [On])

* DSC: Display Stream Compression.

* To display 144 Hz or over, make sure to use the graphics card that supports DSC (Display Stream Compression).

31
 HDMI Timing (Video)

Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Remarks

ENGLISH

480P 31.5 60
576P 31.25 50
720P 37.5 50
720P 45 60
1080P 56.25 50
1080P 67.5 60
1080P 135 120
2160P 54 24
2160P 56.25 25
2160P 67.5 30
2160P 112.5 50
2160P 135 60

32
Beep Guide Menu Location Menu Location
Game Adjust - Cross Hair 25 Picture Adjust - R/G/B - Green - Slider 3 6 2 Slider
Menu Location Game Adjust - Cross Hair - Red cross 251 Picture Adjust - R/G/B - Blue - Slider 3 6 3 Slider
Game Mode 1 Game Adjust - Cross Hair - Green cross 252 Picture Adjust - Six Color 37

ENGLISH
Game Mode - Gamer1 11 Game Adjust - Cross Hair - Red dot 253 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Red Hue - Slider 3 7 1 Slider
Game Mode - Gamer2 12 Game Adjust - Cross Hair - Green dot 254 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Red Saturation - Slider 3 7 2 Slider
Game Mode - FPS 13 Game Adjust - Cross Hair - Off 255 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Green Hue - Slider 3 7 3 Slider
Game Mode - RTS 14 Game Adjust - Game Reset 26 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Green Saturation - Slider 3 7 4 Slider
Game Mode - Vivid 15 Game Adjust - Game Reset - No 261 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Blue Hue - Slider 3 7 5 Slider
Game Mode - Reader 16 Game Adjust - Game Reset - Yes 262 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Blue Saturation - Slider 3 7 6 Slider
Game Mode - HDR effect 17 Picture Adjust 3 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Cyan Hue - Slider 3 7 7 Slider
Game Mode - sRGB 18 Picture Adjust - Brightness 31 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Cyan Saturation - Slider 3 7 8 Slider
Game Mode - Calibration 1 19 Picture Adjust - Brightness - Slider 3 1 1 Slider Picture Adjust - Six Color - Magenta Hue - Slider 3 7 9 Slider
Game Mode - Calibration 2 1 10 Picture Adjust - Contrast 32 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Magenta Saturation - Slider 3 7 10 Slider
Game Adjust 2 Picture Adjust - Contrast - Slider 3 2 1 Slider Picture Adjust - Six Color - Yellow Hue - Slider 3 7 11 Slider
Game Adjust - Overclock 21 Picture Adjust - Sharpness 33 Picture Adjust - Six Color - Yellow Saturation - Slider 3 7 12 Slider
Game Adjust - Overclock - On 211 Picture Adjust - Sharpness - Slider 3 3 1 Slider Picture Adjust - Black Level 38
Game Adjust - Overclock - Off 212 Picture Adjust - Gamma 34 Picture Adjust - Black Level - High 381
Game Adjust - Adaptive-Sync(DP)/FreeSync Premium Picture Adjust - Gamma - Mode 1 341 Picture Adjust - Black Level - Low 382
22 Picture Adjust - Gamma - Mode 2 342 Picture Adjust - DFC 39
Pro(HDMI)
Game Adjust - Adaptive-Sync(DP)/FreeSync Premium Picture Adjust - Gamma - Mode 3 343 Picture Adjust - DFC - On 391
221
Pro(HDMI) - On Picture Adjust - Gamma - Mode 4 344 Picture Adjust - DFC - Off 392
Game Adjust - Adaptive-Sync(DP)/FreeSync Premium Picture Adjust - Color Temp 35 Picture Adjust - Picture Reset 3 10
222
Pro(HDMI) - Off Picture Adjust - Color Temp - Custom 351 Picture Adjust - Picture Reset - No 3 10 1
Game Adjust - Black Stabilizer 23 Picture Adjust - Color Temp - Warm 352 Picture Adjust - Picture Reset - Yes 3 10 2
Game Adjust - Black Stabilizer - Slider 2 3 1 Slider Picture Adjust - Color Temp - Medium 353 Input 4
Game Adjust - Response Time 24 Picture Adjust - Color Temp - Cool 354 Input - Input 41
Game Adjust - Response Time - Faster 241 Picture Adjust - Color Temp - Manual 355 Input - Input - HDMI 1 411
Game Adjust - Response Time - Fast 242 Picture Adjust - Color Temp - Manual - Slider 3 5 5 1 Slider Input - Input - HDMI 2 412
Game Adjust - Response Time - Normal 243 Picture Adjust - R/G/B 36 Input - Input - DisplayPort 413
Game Adjust - Response Time - Off 244 Picture Adjust - R/G/B - Red - Slider 3 6 1 Slider Input - Ratio 42

33
 Menu Location Menu Location Menu Location
Input - Ratio - Full Wide 421 General - SMART ENERGY SAVING 53 General - Variable Backlight - Faster 5 11 1
Input - Ratio - Original 422 General - SMART ENERGY SAVING - High 531 General - Variable Backlight - Fast 5 11 2
Input - Ratio - Just Scan 423 General - SMART ENERGY SAVING - Low 532 General - Variable Backlight - Normal 5 11 3
ENGLISH

Input - Auto Input Switch 43 General - SMART ENERGY SAVING - Off 533 General - Variable Backlight - Off 5 11 4
Input - Auto Input Switch - On 431 General - Deep Sleep Mode 54 General - Buzzer 5 12
Input - Auto Input Switch - Off 432 General - Deep Sleep Mode - On 541 General - Buzzer - On 5 12 1
General 5 General - Deep Sleep Mode - Off 542 General - Buzzer - Off 5 12 2
General - Waves MaxxAudio® 51 General - Lighting Option 55 General - OSD Lock 5 13
General - Waves MaxxAudio® - Over-the-ear 511 General - Lighting Option - Keep Lighting Status 551 General - OSD Lock - On 5 13 1
General - Waves MaxxAudio® - On-ear 512 General - Lighting Option - Turn Off Lighting 552 General - OSD Lock - Off 5 13 2
General - Waves MaxxAudio® - Ear-buds 513 General - Power LED 56 General - Information 5 14
General - Waves MaxxAudio® - Off 514 General - Power LED - On 561 General - Reset to Initial Settings 5 15
General - Language 52 General - Power LED - Off 562 General - Reset to Initial Settings - No 5 15 1
General - Language - English 521 General - Automatic Standby 57 General - Reset to Initial Settings - Yes 5 15 2
General - Language - German 522 General - Automatic Standby - Off 571
General - Language - French 523 General - Automatic Standby - 4H 572
General - Language - Spanish 524 General - Automatic Standby - 6H 573
General - Language - Italian 525 General - Automatic Standby - 8H 574
General - Language - Swedish 526 General - HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color 58
General - Language - Finnish 527 General - HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color - On 581
General - Language - Portuguese 528 General - HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color - Off 582
General - Language - Portuguese (Brazil) 529 General - DisplayPort Version 59
General - Language - Polish 5 2 10 General - DisplayPort Version - 1.4(DSC) 591
General - Language - Russian 5 2 11 General - DisplayPort Version - 1.4 592
General - Language - Greek 5 2 12 General - DisplayPort Version - 1.2 593
General - Language - Ukrainian 5 2 13 General - Local Dimming 5 10
General - Language - Chinese 5 2 14 General - Local Dimming - On 5 10 1
General - Language - Traditional Chinese 5 2 15 General - Local Dimming - Auto 5 10 2
General - Language - Japanese 5 2 16 General - Local Dimming - Off 5 10 3
General - Language - Korean 5 2 17 General - Variable Backlight 5 11

34
 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name LG
The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product.
Record them below in case you ever need service. Responsible Party LG Electronics USA, Inc.
111 Sylvan Avenue, North Building,
Address
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Model
E-mail [email protected]
Serial No.