LG Flatron L197wh Users Guide

							Make sure to read the Important Precautionsbefore using this product. 
Keep the Users Guide (CD) in an accessible place for future reference.
See the attached label on the unit and show this information to your dealer
when  asking for service.
L197WH
User’s Guide
 
						

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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 standards if not being
provided by the supplier. If the power cable is faulty in any way, please contact the
manufacturer or the nearest authorized repair service provider for a replacement.
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnection device. Ensure that the
socket-outlet is easily accessible after installation.
Operate the display only from a power source indicated in the specifications of
this manual or listed on the display. If you are not sure what type of power supply
you have in your home, consult with your dealer.
Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous. So are frayed power
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 any toys
or objects on the pro
duct 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 cabinet
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
 
						

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Important Precautions
On Installation
Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the
display where the power cord is subject to damage.
Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen 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 provided.
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 located at
a location where it is easy to operate.  
Do not rub or strike the Active Matrix LCD with anything hard as this may 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 quality for
your LCD display. If used under any mode except the recommended resolution,
some scaled or processed images may appear on the screen. However, this is
characteristic of the fixed-resolution LCD panel.
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 another
location, repack it in its original material.
On Disposal
The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.
Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.
Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of
your local authority.
 
						

							Connecting the Display
A3
Unfolding the stand base
Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the
computer system, and other attached devices is turned off. 
1.Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a soft cloth.
2.Hold the stand base and lift it up following the sequence as shown in the
picture.
3.Pull the stand base down at the same spot shown in the picture, and
the stand will be unfolded.
4.Place the monitor upright and adjust the stand
base to the desired angle. Adjust the stand 
bases angle by holding the edges of the monitor 
gently with both hands.
Important
This illustration depicts the typical connection procedure. Your monitor 
may differ from the one displayed in the pictures above.
Do not touch or apply force to the monitors screen while expanding or folding
the stand base.
 
						

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Connecting the Display
1.Face the front of the monitor dislpay. Than gently push the monitor back\
wards, 
following the sequence shown in the picture below. 
Folding the stand base
Tilt range 
1.Make sure that the angle of the panel is set for your comfort. 
Tilt Range : 0˚~30     
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
 
						

							Connecting the Display
A5
To adjust the height
Scope of adjusting the height  : maximum 4.76 inches (121 mm)
121 mm
 
						

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Connecting the Display
2
Using the Computer
1.Make sure to turn off the computer and  product. Connect the cable as below sketch map
form to .
Wall-outlet type
PC-outlet type
MAC
Power Cord12
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.
2.Press        button on the side switch panel to turn the
power on. When monitor power is turned on, the 
Self Image Setting Function is executed automatically.
(Only Analog Mode)
NOTE  This is a simplified representation of the rear
view.
This rear view represents a general model;
your display may differ from the view as
shown.
PC
1
PC
Varies according to model.
Signal Cable
A
B
C
Connect DVI Cable
Connect Dsub Cable (PC)
Connect Dsub Cable (Mac)
DVI-D(This feature is not 
available in all countries.)
NOTESelf Image Setting Function? This function provides the user with optimal display settings.When the user connects
the monitor for the first time, this function automatically adjusts the display to optimal settings for individual input
signals. 
AUTO/SET Function?When you encounter problems such as blurry screen, blurred letters, screen flicker or tilted screen
while using the device or after changing screen resolution, press the AUTO/SET function button to improve resolution.
 
						

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Connecting the Display
To arrange the cables
1.Insert and screw the cable holder into the hole in the back of the stand until it will not
turn any more as shown in the following figure.
Cable Holder
2.After connecting the cables neatly, arrange the cables to the Cable Holder as shown in 
the following figure.
 
						

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A8
Control Panel Functions
MENU ButtonUse this button to enter or exit from the On Screen Display.
Control Function
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
LOCKEDappears.
You can unlock the OSD settings at any time by pushing
the MENU buttonfor several seconds. The message
OSD UNLOCKEDappears.
Front Panel Controls
Bottom
ZOOMINGAt the current display, Use ez Zooming Key, then the display
resolution is transferred to the one step low resolution.
Use ez Zooming Key one more, the display is back to the
original display.
*Only One touch of ez-zoom, you can fine the best resolution
you want and it is possible to magnify the size of characters and
pictures for the old not having good eye sight, housewives not
dealing with computer well and children.
The resolutions at which the EZ ZOOMING operates are as follows:
For the 19 inch monitor, 1440 x 900, 1280 x 1024, 1024 x 768, 800 x 600 
The setting method can differ by O/S or video card. In this case, Please ask to the computer or
the video card manufacturer.
 
						

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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 color will
changes to amber.Use this button to turn the display on or off.
Power Button
Power Indicator
Use this button to selection 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
L197WH  : 1440 x 900
Control Function
-  + ButtonsUse these buttons to select or adjust functions in the 
On Screen Display.
For more information, refer to page A16.
Use this button to make either D-Sub or DVI 
connector active. This feature is used when two
computers are connected to the display. The default
setting is D-Sub.+ Button(SOURCE Hot key)
- Button(                   )