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Monitor Owner’s Manual LED LCD MONITOR (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. 27UK580 www.lg.com 32UK580...
TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSE Each model has different licenses. Visit www.lg.com for more information on the license. LICENSE ............2 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, INFORMATION ..........3 and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
Supported Drivers and Software LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
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Product and Button Description 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. 27UK580 Basic Functions Press the joystick button once with your finger Power on to turn on the monitor.
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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 - This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images. damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of its shape or size.
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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 away from • Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of electric shock. the wall to ensure sufficient ventilation.
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How to fix a clamp CAUTION • Stands that are not fully engaged to the table may allow the monitor to wobble or fall over. After positioning the stand on the table, secure it by turning the handle. • Make sure the table is solid and stable enough to fully support installation of the monitor. Tables made of •...
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Swivel stand Your monitor mount lets you adjust the monitor viewing angle. Table ±335° ±335°...
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Pivot Feature Raise the monitor up to the maximum height. The pivot feature allows the monitor to rotate 90° counter-clockwise. Monitor’s head Table Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. WARNING •...
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Leveling the Screen Rotate the monitor counter-clockwise as shown in the figure. If the screen appears crooked to one side after the product has been placed in position, straighten the angle horizontally as follows. Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below.
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-25° 25° Adjusting the Stand Height Adjusting the Angle Make sure to hold and move the monitor handle with both hands. Adjust the angle of the screen. The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -25 ° to 25 ° for a comfortable viewing 27UK580 experience.
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Using the Kensington Lock CAUTION For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’ s manual or visit the website • Leave enough slack in cable to allow full range of motion. at http://www.kensington.com. • To avoid the potential to pinch cables it is important to follow the routing instructions in this manual. Failure to Connect the monitor to a table using the Kensington security system cable.
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LSW 149 NOTE • 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. • The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts.
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• 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 instructions.
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 having to reconfigure Press the joystick button, go to Settings Input, and then select the input option.
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Connecting AV Devices Connecting Peripherals HDMI Connection Headphones Connection HDMI transmits digital video and audio signals from your AV device to the monitor. Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port. NOTE NOTE • • Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues. Peripheral devices are sold separately.
USER SETTINGS NOTE • Your monitor’ s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. • When Beep Guide is activated, pressing the joystick button will take you to Settings right away. Activating the Main Menu Press the joystick button on the bottom of the monitor.
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27UK580 Button Menu Status Description Main menu disabled Enables the main menu. Exits the main menu. Main menu enabled (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.
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Main Menu Features 27UK580 32UK580 Main Menu Description Main Menu Description : Input Sets input mode. : Input Sets input mode. : Power Off Turns off the monitor. : Power Off Turns off the monitor. : Settings Configures the screen settings. : Settings Configures the screen settings.
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27UK580 Quick Settings Settings > Quick Settings Description Brightness Adjusts the contrast and brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the volume. Volume NOTE • You can adjust Mute / Unmute by moving the joystick button to in the Volume menu. The user can adjust it to red, green, or blue by customization.
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Picture NOTE • The Picture Mode that can be set depends on the Input signal. [Picture Mode on SDR (Non-HDR) signal] Settings > Picture Description Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. Vivid Heightens contrast, brightness and sharpness to display vivid images. Optimizes the screen for high dynamic range.
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[Picture Mode on HDR signal] Settings > Picture Description Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. Vivid Optimized the screen for HDR vivid colors. Cinema Optimized the screen for HDR video. This mode is optimized for FPS games.It is suitable for very dark FPS games. Picture Mode This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
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Settings > Picture Description Brightness Adjusts the contrast and brightness of the screen. Contrast Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. High Optimizes the screen for crystal clear images. Best for high-definition video or games. Optimizes the screen for comfortable viewing, with images at the middle level between the low and high modes. Best for UCC Middle or SD videos.
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Settings > Picture Description Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the movement of the picture on the screen. For a normal environment, it is recommended that you use Fast. When there is a lot of motion, it is recommended that you use Faster. Setting to Faster may cause image sticking.
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Settings > Picture Description Mode 1, The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image Mode 2, becomes. Gamma Mode 3 Mode 4 If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Mode 4. Set your own color temperature.
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General Settings > General Description Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language. Conserve energy by using luminance compensation algorithm. High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature. SMART ENERGY SAVING Disables the feature.
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Settings > General Description Provides sharper images when connected to a device supporting ULTRA HD Deep Color. 4K@ 60 Hz Support Format Color Depth / Chroma Sampling Resolution Frame rate(Hz) 8 bit 10 bit YCbCr 4:2:0 YCbCr 4:2:2 59.94 3840 x 2160 HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color 60.00 YCbCr 4:4:4...
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Settings > General Description OSD Size User can select OSD Size to Large or Small. Information The following display information will be shown; Total Power On Time, Resolution. Do you want to reset your settings? Reset to Initial Settings Returns to the default settings. Cancel the reset.
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32UK580 Quick Settings Settings > Quick Settings Description Brightness Adjusts the color contrast and brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the volume level. Volume NOTE • You can adjust Mute / Unmute by moving the joystick button to▼in the Volume menu. The user can adjust it to red, green, or blue by customization.
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Picture NOTE • The Picture Mode that can be set depends on the Input signal. [Picture Mode on SDR (Non-HDR) signal] Settings > Picture Description Custom Allows the user to adjust each element. The color mode of the main menu can be adjusted. Reader Optimizes the screen for viewing documents.
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[Picture Mode on HDR signal] Settings > Picture Description HDR Vivid Optimized the screen for HDR vivid colors. HDR Standard Optimized the screen for HDR. HDR Game Optimized the screen for HDR Games. HDR Cinema Optimized the screen for HDR video. Picture Mode NOTE •...
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Settings > Picture Description Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the screen. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen. High Optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants crystal clear images. It is effective for high quality video or game. The optimized picture quality is displayed when a user wants images between low and high modes for comfortable viewing.
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Settings > Picture Description Provides sharper images when connected to a device supporting ULTRA HD Deep Color. 4K@60 Hz Support Format (HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color On) Color Depth / Chroma Sampling Resolution Frame rate (Hz) 8 bit 10 bit YCbCr 4:2:0 59.94 YCbCr 4:2:2...
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Settings > Picture Description 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. Setting to Faster may cause image sticking.
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Settings > Picture Description Mode 1, The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the lighter the image Mode 2, becomes. Gamma Mode 3 Mode 4 If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Mode 4. Custom The user can adjust it to red, green, or blue by customization.
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General Settings > General Description Sets the menu screen to the desired language. Language High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART Energy Saving feature. Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART Energy Saving feature. Disables the SMART Energy Saving feature. SMART ENERGY SAVING NOTE •...
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Settings > General Description OSD Size User can select OSD Size to Large or Small. Information The display information will be shown the Model, Serial Number, Total Power On Time, Resolution. Reset Do you want to reset your settings? Cancel the select. Returns to the default settings.
TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. • Is the monitor's power cord plugged in? Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. • Check if there is AC available from the AC plug. (Test using another electrical device). •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 27UK580 Color Depth 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Max Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz Resolution Recommended Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz Power Rating 19 V 2.0 A On mode: 36 W Typ. (Outgoing condition) * Power Sources Power Consumption Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤...
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 32UK580 Color Depth 8-bit / 10-bit color is supported. Max Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz Resolution Recommended Resolution 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz Power Rating 19 V 3.3 A On mode: 50 W Typ. (Outgoing condition) * Power Sources Power Consumption Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) ≤...
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Factory Support Mode (Preset Mode, PC) DisplayPort 27UK580 Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) Remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 60.00 1152 x 864 54.347 60.05 1280 x 720 45.00 60.00 1280 x 800...
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32UK580 Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) Remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 60.00 1152 x 864 54.347 60.05 1280 x 720 45.00 60.00 1280 x 800 49.702 59.810 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02...
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HDMI 27UK580 Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) Remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 60.00 1152 x 864 54.347 60.05 1280 x 720 45.00 60.00 1280 x 800 49.702 59.810 1280 x 1024 63.981...
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32UK580 Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Polarity(H/V) Remarks 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 1024 x 768 48.363 60.00 1152 x 864 54.347 60.05 1280 x 720 45.00 60.00 1280 x 800 49.702 59.810 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02...
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HDMI Timing (Video) Factory support mode Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Remarks (Preset Mode) 480p 31.5 720p 45.0 1080p 67.5 2160p When HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color is set to ON Power LED 32UK580 Mode LED Color On Mode White (For a few seconds) Sleep Mode (Standby Mode) Off Mode...
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Beep Guide 27UK580 Menu Location Menu Location Menu Location Quick Settings Input - Aspect Ratio - Original 2 2 2 Picture - Picture Adjust - SUPER RESOLUTION+ - 3 2 4 2 Middle Quick Settings - Brightness Picture Picture - Picture Adjust - SUPER RESOLUTION+ - Low 3 2 4 3 Quick Settings - Brightness 1 1 1 Slider...
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Menu Location Menu Location Menu Location Picture - Color Adjust Picture - Color Adjust - Six Color - Red Saturation 3 4 6 2 1 Slider Picture - Picture Reset - Yes 3 5 1 Picture - Color Adjust - Gamma 3 4 1 Picture - Color Adjust - Six Color - Green Hue 3 4 6 3...
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Menu Location Menu Location General - SMART ENERGY SAVING - Low 4 2 2 General - OSD Size - Small 4 9 1 General - SMART ENERGY SAVING - Off 4 2 3 General - OSD Size - Large 4 9 2 General - Power LED General - Information 4 10...
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Menu Location Menu Location Menu Location Picture - Game Adjust - Response Time - Fast 3 3 1 2 Picture - Color Adjust - Red 3 4 3 1 Slider Picture - Color Adjust - Six Color - Magenta Hue 3 4 6 9 1 Slider Picture - Game Adjust - Response Time - Normal 3 3 1 3...
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Menu Location Menu Location General - Language - Russian 4 1 11 General - Buzzer General - Language - Greek 4 1 12 General - Buzzer - On 4 6 1 General - Language - Ukrainian 4 1 13 General - Buzzer - Off 4 6 2 General - Language - Chinese 4 1 14...
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Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Trade Name Responsible Party LG Electronics USA, Inc. Address 111 Sylvan Avenue, North Building, Englewood Cliffs,NJ 07632 E-mail lg.environmental@lge.com The model and serial number of the product are located on the back and on one side of the product.