LG Flatron L1942s Users Guide

							Make sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product. 
Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for future reference.\
See the label attached on the product and give the information to your
dealer when you ask for service.
L1742S
L1942S
User’s Guide
 
						

							A1
This unit has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal
safety, however improper use may result in potential electrical  shock or fire
hazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards
incorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use, and servicing.
On Safety
Use only the power cord supplied with the unit. In case you use another \
power
cord, make sure that it is certified by the applicable national standard\
s if not being
provided by the supplier. If the power cable is faulty in any way, pleas\
e contact the
manufacturer or the nearest authorized repair service provider for a rep\
lacement.
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnection device. Ensure t\
hat the
socket-outlet is easily accessible after installation.
Operate the display only from a power source indicated in the specificat\
ions of
this manual or listed on the display. If you are not sure what type of p\
ower supply
you have in your home, consult with your dealer.
Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous. So are frayed p\
ower
cords and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Call \
your service
technician for replacement.
Do not Open the Display.There are no user serviceable components inside. 
There are Dangerous High Voltages inside, even when the power is OFF. 
Contact your dealer if the display is not operating properly.
To Avoid Personal Injury : Do not place the display on a sloping shelf unless properly secured.
Use only a stand recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not drop an object on or apply impact to the product. Do not throw an\
y toys
or objects on the product screen. 
It can cause injury to human, problem to product and damage the display.\
  
To Prevent Fire or Hazards: Always turn the display OFF if you leave the room for more than a short \
period
of time. Never leave the display ON when leaving the house.
Keep children from dropping or pushing objects into the displays cabine\
t
openings. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages.
Do not add accessories that have not been designed for this display.
When the display is to be left unattended for an extended period of time\
, unplug
it from the wall outlet.
In the presence of thunder and lightning, never touch the power cord and\
 signal
cable because it can be very dangerous. It can cause electric shock. 
Important Precautions
 
						

							Important Precautions
On Installation
Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do n\
ot place the
display where the power cord is subject to damage.
Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kit\
chen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
Displays are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow \
the release of
heat generated during operation. If these openings are blocked, built-up\
 heat can
cause failures which may result in a fire hazard. Therefore, NEVER:Block the bottom ventilation slots by placing the display on a bed, sofa\
, rug, etc.
Place the display in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is p\
rovided.
Cover the openings with cloth or other material.
Place the display near or over a radiator or heat source.
Main power breaker is the power cord and this breaking device must be lo\
cated at
a location where it is easy to operate.  
Do not rub or strike the Active Matrix LCD with anything hard as this ma\
y scratch,
mar, or damage the Active Matrix LCD permanently.
Do not press the LCD screen with your finger for a long time as this may\
 cause
some afterimages.
Some dot defects may appear as Red, Green or Blue spots on the screen.
However, this will have no impact or effect on the display performance. \
If possible, use the recommended resolution to obtain the best image qua\
lity for
your LCD display. If used under any mode except the recommended resoluti\
on,
some scaled or processed images may appear on the screen. However, this \
is
characteristic of the fixed-resolution LCD panel.
Leaving a fixed image on the screen for a long time may cause damage to \
the
screen and cause image burn-in. Make sure to use a screen saver on the p\
roduct. 
Burn-in and related problems are not covered by the warranty on this pro\
duct. 
On Cleaning
Unplug the display before cleaning the face of the display screen.
Use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use an aerosol directly on\
 the display screen because over-spraying may cause electrical shock.
On Repacking
Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. They make an ideal
container in which to transport the unit. When shipping the unit to anot\
her
location, repack it in its original material.
On Disposal
The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mer\
cury.
Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.
Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regula\
tions ofyour local authority.
A2
 
						

							A3
Connecting the Display
ImportantThis illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor \
may differ from
the items shown in the picture.
Do not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The pr\
oduct may
fall and get damaged or injure your foot.
Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the\
 computer
system, and other attached devices is turned off.
Connecting the stand 
1.Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a soft cloth.
2.Assemble the Stand Body into the product in the correct direction as sho\
wn in the picture. 
Make sure you push it until you hear it “click”.
3.Assemble the Stand Base(Front, Rear) into the Stand Body in the correc\
t direction.
4. Tie down the base lock to perpendicularity direction.
5.Once assembled take the monitor up carefully and face
the front side
Stand Base
Stand Body
Stand Body
Hinge Body
 
						

							A4
Connecting the Display
Disassembling the stand
1.Put a cushion or soft cloth on aflat
surface.
3.Change your lock on the product as it follows and turn it in the arrow d\
irection.
2.Place the monitor face Down on
the cushion or soft cloth.
If you cant release the stand base even the locking knob is at a releas\
e
position, Please push the indicated knob down and retry it.
4.Pull out the Stand to remove.
 
						

							A5
Connecting the Display
20
Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the\
 computer
system, and other attached devices is turned off. 
Positioning your display
1.Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort.Tilt Range :  -5˚~20˚                            
Ergonomic
It is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable\
 viewing
position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degr\
ees.
5.Pushing the PUSH button, Take the stand base from stand body.
Good Position Bad Position
Warning:
You can hurt your finger.
 
						

							A6
Using the Computer
1.Make sure to turn off the computer and  product. Connect the cable as be\
low sketch map
form to .1
2.Press        button on the front switch panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the 
Self Image Setting Function is executed automatically.
2
Connecting the Display
Wall-outlet type
Power CordAnalog signal
D-sub
A
B
Connect Dsub Cable (PC)
Connect Dsub Cable (Mac)
PC-outlet type
Mac adapterFor 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.
NOTE‘ Self Image Setting Function’?  This function provides the user with optimal display settings.When the u\
ser
connects the monitor for the first time, this function automatically adj\
usts the display to optimal settings for individual
input signals. 
‘AUTO/SET’ Function?  When you encounter problems such as blurry screen, blurred letters, scre\
en flicker or tilted
screen while using the device or after changing screen resolution, press\
 the AUTO/SET function button to improve
resolution. 
NOTEThis is a simplified representation of the rear view.
This rear view represents a general model; your display may differ from \
the view as shown.
User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable, DVI\
 cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard
compliance for the product. 
 
						

							Control Function
A7
Control Panel Functions
MENU ButtonUse this button to enter or exit from the On Screen Display.
OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED
This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so
that these settings are not inadvertently changed. To lock the
OSD settings, press and hold the MENU buttonfor several
seconds. The message " OSD LOCKED" appears.
You can unlock the OSD settings at any time by
pushing the  MENU button for several seconds. The
message " OSD UNLOCKED " appears.
Front Panel Controls
 
						

							A8
Control Panel Functions
This Indicator lights up as blue when the display is
operating normally(On Mode). If the display is in
Sleep Mode (Energy Saving), this indicator changes
to flicker. Use this button to turn the display on or off.
Power Button
Power Indicator
Use this button to select an icon in the On Screen
Display.AUTO/SET
Button
AUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENT
When adjusting your display settings, always press
the  AUTO/SET button prior to entering the On
Screen Display(OSD). This will automatically adjust
your display image to the ideal settings for the
current screen resolution size (display mode).
The best display mode is:
L1742S: 1280x1024
L1942S: 1280x1024
ButtonsUse these buttons to select or adjust functions in the On
Screen Display.
For more information, refer to page A15.
Control Function
 
						

							A9
On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment
Screen Adjustment
Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters \
of
the display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. 
A short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the co\
ntrols.
The following section is an outline of the available adjustments and sel\
ections
you can make using the OSD.
To make adjustments in the On Screen Display, follow these steps:
Press the MENU Button , then the main menu of the OSD appears.
To access a control, use the        or      Buttons. When the icon you want
becomes highlighted, press the  AUTO/SET Button.
Use the     /       Buttons to adjust the image to the desired level. Use the
AUTO/SET Button  to select other sub-menu items.
Push the  MENU Button once to return to the main menu to select another
function. Push the  MENU Buttontwice to exit from the OSD.
NOTE
Allow the display to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making ima\
ge adjustments.