LG Flatron D2542p Owners Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
CINEMA 3D MONITOR
D2242P
D2342P 
D2542P
Please read this manual carefully before operating 
your set and retain it for future reference.
CINEMA 3D MONITOR MODEL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CONTENTS
3 ASSEMBLING AND 
PREPARING
3  Unpacking
4 Parts and buttons
6 Setting up the Monitor set 
6  - Attaching the Stand Base
6  - Detaching the Stand Base and Body
7  - Mounting on a table
8  - Mounting on a wall
10 USING THE MONITOR SET
10  Connecting to a PC
10  - D-SUB connection
10  - DVI-D connection
10  - HDMI connection
12 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
12  Accessing The Main Menus
13 Customizing Settings
13  - Menu Settings
14  - Things you need to check before 
installing TriDef 3D
14  - 3D Settings(Only 3D mode)
15  - Volume Settings (Only supported in 
HDMI)
15  - SUPER ENERGY SAVING Settings
16 TROUBLESHOOTING
18 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN 
USING 3D MODE
19 SPECIFICATIONS
22  Preset Modes (Resolution)
22 HDMI 3D TIMING
22 Indicator
23 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
24 PROPER POSTURE
24  Proper posture for using the Monitor set.
24 Precautions to take when viewing 3D 
images
  
						

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Unpacking
Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing\
 accessories, contact the local 
dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product 
and accessories.
 yDo not use any unapproved accessories to ensure the safety and product l\
ife span.
 yAny damages or injuries by using unapproved accessories are not covered \
by the warranty. 
 yThe accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the mod\
el.
 yProduct specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade 
of product functions.
 yUser should use shielded signal interface cables (RGB cable / DVI-D cable) with ferrite cores to 
maintain standard compliance for the product.
CAUTION
NOTE
Stand Base
Stand Body
Power CordCD(Owner's Manual) /
 Card
TriDef 3D software Program CD / 
Quick Installation Guide
D-SUB Cable
(This signal cable may be attached 
to this product before shipping out.)
DVI-D Cable
(This cable is not included in all 
countries.)
3D Glasses
(Normal type)
3D Glasses
(Clip-on type)
  
						

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Parts and buttons
HDMI
D-SUB
AC
-IN /
E>w_z!LD VI-D
Power Indicator
 yLighting On: Turned on
 yLighting Off: Turned off
Connection panel (See p.10)
Button (See p.12)
(Power Button)
  
						

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ButtonDescription
MENUAccesses the main menus.(See p.13)
OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKEDThis function allows you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed.Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds.The message "OSD LOCKED" should appear.You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing the MENU button for several seconds. The message "OSD UNLOCKED" should appear.
SUPER ENERGYSAVING ButtonUse this button to enter SUPER ENERGY SAVING menu.For more information.(See p.15)
3D3D display settings.(See p.14)
AUTOWhen adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO button on the MONITOR SETUP OSD. (Only supported in Analog Mode)
The best display mode1920 x 1080 
VOLUME (Only HDMI mode)Adjust the volume of the Monitor set.(See p.15)
INPUT You can choose the input signal. yWhen two input signals are at least are connected, you can select the in\
put signal (D-SUB/DVI/HDMI) you want. yWhen only one signal is connected, it is automatically detected. The default setting is D-SUB.
EXITExit the OSD(On Screen Display).
 (Power Button)Turns the power on or off.
Power IndicatorThe power indicator stays blue if the display is running properly (On Mode). If the display is in Sleep Mode, the power indicator blinks blue.
  
						

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Setting up the Monitor set 
Attaching the Stand Base
1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side 
down on a flat and cushioned surface.
Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth 
on the surface to protect the screen from 
damage.
 yThis illustration depicts the general model of 
connection. Your monitor may differ from the 
items shown in the picture.
 yDo not carry the product upside down holding 
only the stand base. The product may fall 
and get damaged or injure your foot.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Detaching the Stand Base and Body
1 Place the Monitor set with the screen side 
down on a flat and cushioned surface.
2 Pull out the Stand Base and Stand Body from 
the Monitor set.
3 Attach the Stand Base and then tighten the 
screw to the right with a Coin.
2 Assemble the Stand Body into the product in 
the correct direction as shown in  the picture. 
Make sure you push it until you hear it “click”.
3 Turn the screw to the left with a Coin, and then 
pull out the Stand Base from the Stand Body.
Stand Body
Stand Base
Hinge Body
  
						

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Mounting on a table
1 Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright 
position on a table.
Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall 
for proper ventilation.
2 Connect the Power Cord to a wall outlet.
3 Press (Power) button on the front switch 
panel to turn the power on.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
When you adjust the angle, do not hold the 
bottom of the Monitor set frame as shown on 
the following illustration, as may injure your 
fingers.
Do not touch or press the screen when 
adjusting the angle of the monitor.
WARNING
Unplug the power cord before moving the 
Monitor to another location. Otherwise electric 
shock may occur.
CAUTION
NOTE
FrontRear
18
- 5
Tilt from +18 to -5 degrees up or down to adjust 
the angle of the Monitor set to suit your view.
  
						

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Mounting on a wall
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10 cm 
on each side and from the wall. Detailed 
instructions are available from your dealer, see the  
optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and
Setup Guide.
If you intend to mount the Monitor set to a wall, 
attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to 
the back of the set.
When you install the Monitor set using a wall 
mounting interface (optional parts), attach it 
carefully so it will not drop.
1  Please, Use the screw and wall mount interface 
in accordance with VESA Standards.
2  If you use screw longer than standard, the 
monitor might be damaged internally. 
3  If you use improper screw, the product might be 
damaged and drop from mounted position.  In 
this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for 
it. 
4  VESA compatible.
5  Please use VESA standard as below.
 y784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under
* Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm
* Screw : Φ 4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x 
                Length 10 mm
 y787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above
* Please use VESA standard wall mount pad 
and screws.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm10 cm
Using the Kensington security system 
The Kensington security system connector is 
located at the back of the Monitor set. For more 
information of installation and using, refer to the 
manual supplied with the Kensington security 
system or visit http://www.kensington.com.
Connect the Kensington security system cable 
between the Monitor set and a table.
The Kensington security system is optional. 
You can obtain it from most electronics stores.
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 yDisconnect the power cord first, and then 
move or install the Monitor set. Otherwise 
electric shock may occur.
 yIf you install the Monitor set on a ceiling or 
slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe 
injury. 
 yUse only an authorized LG wall mount 
and contact the local dealer or qualified 
personnel.
 y Do not over tighten the screws as this may 
cause damage to the Monitor set and void 
your warranty. 
 y Use only screws and wall mounts that 
meet the VESA standard. Any damages 
or injuries by misuse or using an improper 
accessory are not covered by the warranty.
CAUTION
Model                    D2242P
D2342P
 
D2542P 
VESA (A x B) 75  x 75                                                                                                 200  x 100
Standard screw M4M4
Number of screws 44
Wall mount bracket 
(optional) RW120
RW240
 y
Use the screws that are listed on the VESA 
standard screw specifications.
 yThe wall mount kit will include an installation 
manual and necessary parts.
 yThe wall mount bracket is optional. You can 
obtain additional accessories from your local 
dealer.
 yThe length of screws may differ depending 
on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper 
length.
 yFor more information, refer to the 
instructions supplied with the wall mount.
NOTE
AB
VESA (A x B)
  
						

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USING THE MONITOR SET
USING THE MONITOR SET
Connecting to a PC
 yYour Monitor set supports Plug & Play*. 
*Plug & Play:  A PC recognizes a connected 
device that users connect to a PC and turn 
on, without device configuration or user 
intervention.
D-SUB connection
Transmits analog video from your PC to the 
Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor set 
with the supplied D-sub 15 pin signal cable as 
shown in the following illustrations.
 yMac adapter
For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug 
adapter is needed to change the 15 pin 
high density (3 row) D-SUB VGA connector 
on the supplied cable to a 15 pin 2 row 
connector.
 yWhen using a D-Sub signal input cable 
connector for Macintosh
 yIf you use HDMI PC, it can cause compatibility 
problem.
NOTE
NOTE
HDMID-SUBDVI-D
RGB OUT
HDMID-SUB
DVI OU T
D
VI-D
HDM ID-SUB
HDMI OU T
DVI-D
HDMI OU T
DVI-D connection
Transmits a digital video signal from your PC to 
the Monitor set. Connect the PC and the Monitor 
set with a DVI cable as shown in the following 
illustrations.
HDMI connection
Transmits the digital video and audio signals from 
your PC or A/V to the Monitor set. Connect the PC 
or A/V and the Monitor set with the HDMI cable as 
shown in the following illustrations.