LG Ultragear 38GN950 - User Manual

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38GN950

Summary

LICENSE

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Supported Drivers and Software

Download and install the latest drivers and software from the LG website for optimal performance.

Product and Button Description

Identifies and describes the monitor's physical buttons, including the joystick and power LED.

How to Use the Joystick Button

Explains how to use the joystick for navigation, volume control, and brightness adjustment.

How to Use the Lighting Button

Details how to operate the monitor's back lighting, including color and brightness adjustments.

Moving and Lifting the Monitor

Provides essential guidelines for safely handling and transporting the monitor to prevent damage.

Installing on a Table

Instructions for placing the monitor on a desk, ensuring adequate ventilation and space.

Adjusting the Stand Height

Guide on safely adjusting the monitor's vertical screen height for comfortable viewing.

Adjusting the Angle

Instructions on how to tilt the monitor screen forward or backward for optimal viewing angles.

Tidying up Cables

Guidance on organizing cables using the monitor's built-in cable management features.

Using the Kensington Lock

Information on installing and utilizing the Kensington security system for physical protection.

Installing the Wall Mount Plate

Steps for attaching a wall mount plate, noting the plate is sold separately.

Installing on the Wall

Instructions for wall mounting, including VESA standards, screw types, and clearance requirements.

USING THE MONITOR

Connecting to a PC

Details on connecting the monitor to a PC, including Plug and Play functionality.

HDMI Connection

How to connect the monitor via HDMI, covering cable types and potential issues.

DisplayPort Connection

Instructions for connecting the monitor using DisplayPort, including cable compatibility.

Connecting AV Devices

Guidance on connecting external AV devices to the monitor, primarily via HDMI.

Connecting Peripherals

USB Cable connection

Information on using the monitor as a USB hub and connecting various USB devices.

Connecting Headphones

Instructions for connecting headphones to the monitor's audio output port.

USER SETTINGS

Activating the Main Menu

Procedure for accessing and navigating the monitor's on-screen display (OSD) menu.

Main Menu Features

Overview of the main menu options available, including Input, Power Off, Settings, Game Mode, and Exit.

Menu Settings

Details how to access and configure various settings categories like Game Mode, Picture Adjust, Input, and General.

Game Mode Presets

Explains various Game Mode presets (Gamer 1/2, FPS, RTS, Vivid, Reader, HDR Effect, sRGB) for different gaming scenarios.

HDR Game Mode Settings

Details Game Mode settings specifically optimized for High Dynamic Range (HDR) content.

Game Adjust - Overclock Feature

Instructions for enabling or disabling the overclock feature to achieve higher refresh rates.

Game Adjust - Adaptive-Sync

Information on Adaptive-Sync (FreeSync) for smoother gaming, including supported interfaces and cards.

Game Adjust - Black Stabilizer

How to adjust black contrast for better visibility in dark game scenes and distinguishing objects.

Game Adjust - Response Time

Options to adjust the monitor's response time (Faster, Fast, Normal, Off) for different visual needs.

Game Adjust - Cross Hair

Enables an on-screen crosshair for FPS games, with selectable styles.

Game Adjust - Game Reset

Option to reset game-related settings to their default values.

Picture Adjust - Core Settings

Adjusts basic picture quality settings like brightness, contrast, sharpness, gamma, and color temperature.

Picture Adjust - Color Customization

Allows detailed color tuning using R/G/B adjustments and six-color hue/saturation controls.

Picture Adjust - Black Level and DFC

Configures black level for HDMI and controls the Dynamic Contrast feature (DFC).

Picture Adjust - Picture Reset

Resets all picture adjustment settings to their factory default values.

Input Settings - Source and Ratio

Selects input source and adjusts screen aspect ratio (Full Wide, Original, Just Scan).

Input Settings - Auto Input Switch

Enables or disables automatic switching to a newly connected input source.

General Settings - Audio and Language

Configures audio output settings (Waves MaxxAudio) and display language for the OSD menu.

General Settings - Power Saving

Manages energy saving features, including SMART ENERGY SAVING modes and lighting options.

General Settings - Power and Compatibility

Controls power LED, standby, HDMI compatibility, and DisplayPort version settings.

General Settings - Local Dimming

Optimizes contrast ratio for HDR content by adjusting brightness in dark and bright screen areas.

General Settings - Backlight and OSD Lock

Manages variable backlight effects, buzzer sound, and locks/unlocks the OSD menu.

General Settings - Reset and Information

Resets all settings to default and displays monitor information like power on time and resolution.

TROUBLESHOOTING

No Screen Display Issues

Troubleshooting steps for blank screens, no signal, or power LED status problems.

Disabled Features Troubleshooting

Guidance for resolving issues where certain menu functions are locked or unavailable.

Image Retention and Shaky Display

Addresses screen image retention and unstable/shaky display issues, recommending resolution checks.

Display Color and Sound Issues

Solutions for abnormal display colors, pixel artifacts, and lack of audio from headphone ports.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION

Screen and Resolution Specs

Details LCD screen, color depth, and resolution specifications for HDMI and DisplayPort connections.

Power and Adapter Specifications

Provides information on power rating, typical power consumption, and AC/DC adapter details.

Environmental and Dimension Specs

Lists environmental operating and storing conditions, as well as monitor dimensions and weight.

Factory Support Mode Details

Presents factory support mode parameters, including preset modes, frequencies, and remarks for PC connections.

HDMI Video Timing Specifications

Details the horizontal and vertical frequencies for various video resolutions when using HDMI input.

LG Ultragear 38GN950 Specifications