LG 27UL550-W User Manual

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27UL550
27UL500
OWNER’S MANUAL
LED LCD MONITOR
(LED Monitor*)
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LG 27UL550-W Specifications

General

3D	No
Pixel pitch	0.1554 x 0.1554 mm
Screen shape	Flat
Backlight type	W-LED
Display surface	Matt
Display diagonal	27 \
Display technology	LED
Native aspect ratio	16:9
Maximum refresh rate	60 Hz
sRGB coverage (typical)	98 %
Contrast ratio (typical)	1000:1
Display number of colors	1.073 billion colors
Digital vertical frequency	56 - 61 Hz
Digital horizontal frequency	30 - 135 kHz
Display brightness (typical)	300 cd/m²
Supported graphics resolutions	-
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported	Yes
sRGB coverage (min)	95 %
DisplayPort version	1.4
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity	0
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Energy efficiency scale	A to G
Power consumption (off)	0.3 W
Power consumption (standby)	0.5 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)	- W
Panel mounting interface	100 x 100 mm
Package depth	192 mm
Package width	704 mm
Package height	518 mm
Package weight	8600 g
Cables included	DisplayPort, HDMI
Product color	Silver
Market positioning	Gaming
Harmonized System (HS) code	85285210

Weight and Dimensions

Depth (with stand)	230 mm
Height (with stand)	572.2 mm
Weight (with stand)	6000 g
Depth (without stand)	45.8 mm
Width (without stand)	622.6 mm
Height (without stand)	371 mm
Weight (without stand)	4400 g

Summary

Open Source Software Notice

Supported Drivers and Software

Download and install the latest driver and software from the CD or LGE website.

Assembling and Preparing

Safety Precautions during Assembly

Follow safety guidelines to prevent damage during monitor assembly.

Product and Button Description

Joystick Button Operation

Learn how to use the joystick button to control monitor functions.

Moving and Lifting the Monitor

Safe Handling Guidelines

Instructions for safely moving and lifting the monitor to prevent damage.

Installing the Monitor

Installing on a Table

Proper placement and ventilation instructions for table installation.

Adjusting Screen Angle and Height

Steps for adjusting the monitor's screen angle and stand height.

Pivot Feature Operation

Rotating the Monitor

Guide to using the pivot feature for 90° clockwise rotation.

Security and Mounting

Using the Kensington Lock

Instructions for connecting and using the Kensington security system.

Installing the Wall Mount Plate

Information on mounting the monitor using a compatible wall mount plate.

Installing the Monitor on the Wall

Wall Mounting Requirements

Specifications and precautions for wall mounting the monitor.

Using the Monitor

Connecting to a PC

Connect your monitor to a computer using HDMI or DisplayPort cables.

Connecting Devices

HDMI Connection for AV Devices

Transmit digital video and audio from AV devices via HDMI.

Connecting Peripherals

Headphones Connection

Connect headphones to the monitor via the headphones port.

User Settings and OSD Navigation

Activating the Main Menu

Learn how to access and navigate the monitor's On Screen Display (OSD) menu.

Main Menu Features Overview

Menu Settings and Navigation

Understand how to navigate and select options within the OSD menu.

Quick Settings Adjustment

Brightness, Contrast, and Volume

Adjust screen brightness, contrast, and audio volume levels.

Color Temperature Settings

Customize screen color settings for different viewing preferences.

Input and Aspect Ratio Settings

Input List Selection

Select the desired input source for the monitor.

Aspect Ratio Adjustment

Adjust the aspect ratio of the displayed image on the screen.

Picture Mode Selection

Picture Mode Options

Select preset picture modes optimized for various content types.

Picture Adjustment Settings

Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness

Fine-tune screen brightness, contrast, and sharpness for optimal image quality.

SUPER RESOLUTION+ and Black Level

Enhance sharpness and adjust black levels for better image depth.

DFC Feature

Enable dynamic contrast adjustment for improved screen performance.

Game Adjust Settings

Response Time and FreeSync

Optimize response time and enable FreeSync for smoother gaming.

Black Stabilizer

Improve visibility in dark game scenes by adjusting black contrast.

Color and Picture Reset Settings

Gamma and Color Temperature

Adjust gamma values and color temperature for desired image appearance.

Six Color and Picture Reset

Fine-tune color saturation and reset picture settings to defaults.

General Settings Configuration

Language and Energy Saving

Set menu language and configure SMART ENERGY SAVING options.

Power LED and Auto Standby

Control power LED and automatic monitor turn-off features.

DisplayPort Version Setting

Set DisplayPort version for HDR function compatibility.

Advanced General Settings

HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color

Enable sharper images with devices supporting ULTRA HD Deep Color.

OSD Lock and Size

Lock OSD menus and adjust OSD display size.

Reset to Initial Settings

Reset all monitor settings to their factory default values.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Screen Display

Troubleshoot issues when the monitor screen remains blank or black.

Screen Display Instability

Address screen flickering, shaking, or shadow trail issues.

Image Sticking and Spots

Prevent or resolve image retention and understand pixel spot causes.

Feature Availability Issues

Troubleshoot situations where monitor functions are unavailable.

Unrecognized Monitor Message

Resolve issues with monitor detection and Plug and Play functionality.

Headphone Port Audio Issues

Troubleshoot audio output problems through the headphone jack.

Product Specifications

Color Depth and Resolution Specs

Details on supported color depth and display resolution.

Power and Adapter Specifications

Information on power rating, consumption, and AC/DC adapter.

Environmental and Dimension Specs

Specifications for environmental conditions, dimensions, and weight.

Factory Support Modes

DisplayPort Preset Modes

List of preset display modes for DisplayPort connection.

HDMI Preset Modes

List of preset display modes for HDMI connection.

HDMI Video Timing

Video Timing Presets

Timing specifications for various video resolutions via HDMI.