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User Manual (LED Monitor) Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 32GQ850 32GQ850P 32GQ85X www.lg.com 32GQ850L Copyright 2022 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE ........3 USING THE MONITOR ....15 TROUBLESHOOTING ....32 - Connecting to a PC...........15 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE PRODUCT SPECIFICATION ..36 HDMI Connection NOTICE INFORMATION ....4 - Factory Support Mode..........38 DisplayPort Connection - HDMI Timing (Video) ..........39 - Connecting AV Devices ...........16 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 4 - Power LED ..............40...
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• It is recommended 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. • Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look different from the actual product.
Supported Drivers and Software Product and Button Description You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website (www.lg.com). Drivers and Software Installation Priority Monitor Driver Recommended Recommended LG Calibration Studio Optional Joystick Button...
Moving and Lifting the Monitor How to Use the Joystick Button You can easily control the functions of the monitor by pressing the joystick button or When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor moving it left/right/up/down with your finger. from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
Installing on a Table CAUTION • Lift the monitor and place it on the table in an upright position. Place the monitor • Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible. at least 100 mm away from the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation. - This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images.
Adjusting the Stand Height CAUTION Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. • Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of Handle the monitor with both hands for safety. electric shock.
Adjusting the Angle • Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the monitor. Place the monitor mounted on the stand base in an upright position. 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.
Pivot Feature Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° clockwise. Head Stand Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure. WARNING •...
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Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below. WARNING • Be careful as you may injure your finger by jamming it between the head and the desk. NOTE • Auto Pivot feature of the display is not supported. •...
Using the Kensington Lock Installing the Wall Mount Plate The connector for the Kensington security system is located at the bottom of the This monitor meets the specifications for the wall mount plate or other compatible monitor. devices. For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s Place the screen face down.
If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside of bracket. the product. A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor to fall. LG Electronics is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non- standard screws. 100 mm Wall Mount (mm)
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Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor Back of the falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorised LG wall mount and contact Monitor the local dealer or qualified personnel.
USING THE MONITOR Connecting to a PC • This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature. • Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without Press the joystick button, go to Settings →...
Connecting AV Devices DisplayPort Connection Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor. HDMI Connection NOTE HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. • There may be no video or audio output depending on the DP (DisplayPort) version of the PC.
Connecting Peripherals Connecting Headphones Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. USB Device connection NOTE The USB port on the product functions as a USB hub. • Peripheral devices are sold separately. To use USB 3.0, connect the A-B type USB 3.0 cable of the product to the PC. •...
USER SETTINGS Button Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Enters the Settings feature. Activating the Main Menu (Holding down the button to turn off the monitor. You can Main menu enabled turn off the monitor this way at any time, including when the Press the joystick button on the bottom of the OSD is on.) monitor.
Main Menu Features Main Menu Description Power Off Input Sets input mode. Power Off Turns off the monitor. Settings Input Game Mode Settings Configures the screen settings. Exit Game Mode Sets the game mode for gaming. Exit Exits the main menu.
User Settings Menu Settings To view the OSD menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Settings. Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right. To return to the upper menu or set other menu items, move the joystick to or pressing ( ) it.
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Settings Description Game Mode Changes the game mode to the one optimised for a given feature. Game Adjust Adjusts the Overclock, Adaptive-Sync/VRR, Black Stabilizer, Response Time, Crosshair, FPS Counter and Game Reset. Adjusts the Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Gamma, Color Temp, R/G/B, Six Color, Black Level, Local Dimming, DFC and Picture Adjust Picture Reset.
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Game Mode HDR Effect Optimises the screen for high dynamic range. sRGB A standard RGB colour space for the monitor and printer. Calibration1 Adjusts to the calibrated screen. Calibration2 NOTE • Calibration1/Calibration2: Please install LG Calibration Studio to run calibration.
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Game Mode on HDR signal. Settings > Game Mode Description Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customise elements including game-related options. Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup Gamer 2 options.
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Settings > Game Adjust Description Sets Overclock to a higher refresh rate than specified by the panel specification. Disables the Overclock improvement feature. NOTE Overclock • After the monitor reboots, change the maximum refresh rate setting in the GPU control panel. •...
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Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the speed of the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Fast. For a fast-moving picture, it is recommended that you use Faster. Once Faster Mode is selected, Motion Blur may occur depending on the content. Response Time Faster Sets the response time to faster.
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Settings > Picture Adjust Description Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Brightness Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Contrast Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the Mode 1, Mode 2, lighter the image becomes.
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Maximizes the contrast ratio by making the bright areas of the screen brighter and the dark areas of the screen darker. Turning this option off may increase energy consumption. Faster Sets the local dimming to faster. Local Dimming Fast Sets the local dimming to fast. Normal Sets the local dimming to normal.
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Settings > Input Description Input List Selects the input mode. Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. Full Wide Displays the video in widescreen, regardless of the video signal input. Original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input. Input Just Scan The aspect ratio is not adjusted from the original.
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Settings > General Description Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. Hexagon Lighting You can turn on or off the lighting on the back of the monitor, and you can also select or adjust the lighting color. User-defined Key 1 You can customise the main menu to access your preferred menu easily. User-definded Key 1 and User-definded Key 2 appear at the left/right of the main menu.
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Feature that automatically turns off the monitor when there is no movement on the screen for a period of time. You can set a Automatic Standby timer for the auto-off function. (8H, 6H, 4H and Off) Please set the Input Compatibility Version to match the version of the connected external device. 2.1(PC)/2.1(AV)/1.4 Input Compatibility HDMI...
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This feature disables the configuration and adjustment of menus. Enables OSD Lock. Disables OSD Lock. OSD Lock NOTE General • All features are disabled except Brightness, Contrast in Picture Adjust, Input, OSD Lock and Information in General. Information The display information will be shown the Total Power On Time, Resolution. Do you want to reset your settings? Reset to Initial Cancel the reset.
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 Plug and Play function. Some features are disabled.
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The screen retains an image. Does image sticking occur even when the • Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image. monitor is turned off? • To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver. Screen display is unstable and shaky.
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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. •...
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The display colour is abnormal. Does the display appear discolored • Set the colour to 24 bit (true colour) or higher. In Windows, go to Control Panel > Display > Settings > Color Quality. (The (16 colours)? settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.) Does the display colour appear unstable •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION LCD Screen Color Depth HDMI 8-bit/10-bit color is supported. DP (DisplayPort) 10-bit color is supported. Resolution Max Resolution 2560 x 1440 @ 260 Hz (HDMI/DisplayPort: Overclock-On) Recommended Resolution 2560 x 1440 @ 240 Hz (HDMI/DisplayPort) Power Sources Power Rating 19 V 4.0 A Power Consumption...
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Weight (Without Packaging) With Stand 8.4 kg Without Stand 6.1 kg Specifications are subject to change without notice. The symbol means alternating current, and the symbol means direct current. The Power Consumption level can be different by operating condition and monitor setting. * The On mode power consumption is measured with LGE test standard.
Power LED Mode LED Color On Mode Red (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) Off Mode...
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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. Model Serial No.