- Parts and Buttons ............15 - Connecting IR and Light Sensor ......16 - Portrait Layout ..............17 - Connecting the Eye-Bolt Bracket ......18 - Attaching the LG Logo Bracket ......19 - Installing on a Wall ............20 REMOTE CONTROL ....22 MAKING CONNECTIONS ... 24 - Connecting to a PC............24...
WARNING - This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential environment this equipment may cause radio interference. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The safety precautions are intended to prevent unexpected danger or harm by helping the user to use the product safely and for its intended purpose.
• Use only the power cord or AC adapter provided or approved by LG Electronics, Inc. If you use another power cord, make sure that it is certified by the national standards. If the power cable is faulty in any way, please contact the manufacturer or the nearest authorized service center for a replacement.
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• If water or any foreign substance goes inside the product, disconnect the power cord immediately and contact the service center. - Otherwise, this may cause a fire or electric shock due to damage to the product. • Keep the power cord or AC adapter away from any heating devices. - The cord coating may melt and cause fire or electric shock.
Precautions for Moving the Product WARNING • Contact the service center before moving the product. - It may cause electric shock and damage the product. • Make sure the product is turned off, unplugged, and all cables have been removed before the product is moved. - You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
Precautions for Installing the Product WARNING • Contact the service center before installing the product. - It can cause electric shock and damage the product. • Do not drop an object on or impact on the product. Keep out of reach of children and do not place toys or objects near the product to prevent throwing things on the product screen.
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CAUTION • Install the product where no Electromagnetic Interference occurs. • If you install the product in a place that does not meet the recommended conditions, this may cause serious damage to the product’s picture quality, life cycle, and appearance. Please check with service engineer before installing. Please do not install the product in places such as where there is an abundance of fine dust or oil mist, chemical substances are used, exposed to direct sunlight, the temperature is very high or low, the humidity is very high.
Precautions for Cleaning the Product WARNING • Keep the product clean at all times. - If you don’t clean the unit for a long time and it becomes covered in dust, it can cause fire or product damage. • When you need to clean the inside of the product, you must contact the service center. - Otherwise, cleaning without support may cause a fire, electric shock, or damage to the product.
Precautions for Using the Product WARNING • Do not use the product in any environment with excessively high temperatures or humidity. • If you use the product for a long period of time, take a rest from time to time to protect your vision. - Extended viewing could result in impaired vision.
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• Do not use high voltage electrical goods near the product (e.g., a bug zapper). - This may result in product malfunction if it receives an electrical shock. • If there is a gas leak, do not touch the outlet, and open the windows for ventilation. - Otherwise, the product may cause fire or electric shock.
Precautions for Using the Remote control WARNING • Avoid places with high humidity. - It may cause electrical shock or damage the product. • Do not expose batteries to excessive heat, such as direct sunlight, open fireplace, and electric heaters. - It may cause fire and you may be injured.
Precautions for Experiencing Image Retention • Displaying a still image for a prolonged period of time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in image retention. Most third-party products have the same issue. The resulting damage is not covered by the product warranty. - Use a screen saver when using the monitor for a prolonged period of time.
SuperSign Software & Manual - Downloading from the LG Electronics website. - Visit the LG Electronics website (http://partner.lge.com) and download the latest software for your model. • The warranty will not cover any damage caused by using the product in an excessively dusty environment.
Parts and Buttons The image may be different according to the model. Buttons • : Adjusts up and down. • : Moves left and right. • : Displays the current signal and mode. • : Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus. •...
Connecting IR and Light Sensor When you connect the cable to the product, the feature for receiving remote control signals is activated. The IR and light sensor is magnetic. Attach it to the front edge of the product for use. Basic installation [Front] NOTE...
Connecting the Eye-Bolt Bracket The eye-bolt bracket is designed to be used to lift the set up. Attach the bracket to the product using the two screws provided. Installing in Landscape Position Installing in Portrait Position...
Attaching the LG Logo Bracket Use one screw, inserted from behind, to attach the LG Logo Bracket to the monitor. You can position the logo according to the monitor’s direction. When the monitor is in the horizontal position When the monitor is in the vertical position...
Screws which are longer than standard length may damage the inside of the monitor. A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents related to the use of non-standard screws.
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Disconnect the power cord before moving or installing the monitor to avoid risk of electric shock. • If you install the monitor on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact your local dealer or qualified personnel to assist with the installation.
REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully to use the monitor correctly. To install batteries, open the battery cover, place batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching terminals to the labels inside the compartment, and close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse.
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Selects the Picture Mode. (HOME) Activates the Launcher. Enters the White Balance menu. (SETTINGS) Accesses the main menus or saves your input and exit menus. This function is not supported. (Navigation Buttons) Scrolls through menus or options. Selects menus or options and confirms your input. (BACK) Allows you to move back one step in the user interaction function.
MAKING CONNECTIONS You can connect various external devices to your monitor. Change the input mode and select the external device you want to connect. For more information about external device connections, see the user manual provided with each device. Connecting to a PC Some of the cables are not provided.
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NOTE • For the best image quality, using the monitor with HDMI connection is recommended. • To comply with the specifications of the product, use a shielded interface cable with ferrite core, such as a DVI-D/ HDMI cable. • If you turn the monitor on when the set is cold, the screen may flicker. This is normal. •...
Connecting Multiple Monitors To use multiple products, first connect an external device to the product, connect one end of the supported signal input cable to the connector of the product, and then connect the other end to the connector of the product you wish to connect to.
TROUBLESHOOTING Ů Each model may have different points to check. Ů For information on your PC settings, refer to the Windows Help. Issues Related to Use • The power won’t turn on. - Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. - Try turning the power on after disconnecting the AC adapter and cleaning the contacting port.
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Issues Related to Screen (Color) • Screen has poor color resolution (16 colors). - Use PC settings to set the color to 24 bits (True Color) or above. • Screen color is unstable or mono-colored. - Check the connection status of the signal cable. Or, re-insert the PC graphics card. •...
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Image sticking • After-image appears when the product is turned off. - If you use a fixed image for a long time, the pixels may be damaged. Use the screen-saver function. - When a dark image is displayed on the screen after an image with high contrast (black and white or gray), this may cause image sticking.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The product specifications below may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. “ ” refers to alternating current (AC), and “ ” refers to direct current (DC). LCD screen Screen type Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen Video signal Maximum resolution...
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98UH5F LCD Panel Pixel Pitch 0.5622 mm (H) x 0.5622 mm (V) Power Rated Voltage AC 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz 6.6 A Power Consumption On Mode: 420 W (Typ.) Sleep Mode: ≤ 0.5 W Standby mode: ≤ 0.5 W Dimensions (Width x 2191.8 mm x 1246.8 mm x 83.8 mm / 81.1 kg Height x Depth) / Weight...
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Wireless module(LGSBWAC72) Specifications Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac) Frequency range (MHz) Output power (Max.) (dBm) 2400 to 2483.5 5150 to 5725 16.5 5725 to 5850 (Not for EU) 11.5 Bluetooth Frequency range (MHz) Output power (Max.) (dBm) 2400 to 2483.5 • As band channels can vary per country, the user cannot change or adjust the operating frequency.
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HDMI/ DVI-D/ DisplayPort (PC) Support mode Resolution Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz) Remark 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 60.0 1280 x 720 44.772 59.855 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02 1680 x 1050 65.290 59.954 1920 x 1080 67.5 3840 x 2160 67.5...
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NOTE • Vertical frequency: The product display functions by the screen image changing dozens of times every second like a fluorescent lamp. The vertical frequency or refresh rate is the number of image displays per second. The unit is Hz. •...
LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information of the licenses, visit www.lg.com. The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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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. Temporary noise is normal when powering ON or OFF MODEL this device. SERIAL NO.