LG Flatron W1941s Users Guide

							
Make sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product. 
Keep the Users 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.
W1542S
W1742S
W1941S
User’s Guide
 
						

							
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This unit has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal s\
afety,
however improper use may result in potential electrical  shock or fire h\
azards. In
order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards incorporated in th\
is display,
observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and servici\
ng.
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. 
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.
Important Precautions
 
						

							
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Important Precautions
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.
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. 
Do not shock or scratch the front and sides of the screen with metallic \
objects. 
Otherwise, it may cause damage to the screen. 
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.
 
						

							
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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 
4.Tie down the Base Lock to perpendicularity direction.
5.Once assembled take the monitor up carefully and face the front
side
1.Place the monitor with its front
facing downward on a soft cloth.2.Assemble the Stand Body into the
monitor in the correct direction as
shown in the picture. 
Stand Body

Stand Base

3.Assemble the Stand Base into the Stand Body in the correct direction.

Base Lock
 
						

							
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Connecting the Display
Disassembling the stand
1.Put a cushion or soft cloth on a flat
surface.
3.Change your lock on the monitor as it follows and turn it in the arrow d\
irection.
2.Place the monitor face down as shown
in the picture. 
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 Base to remove. 

Locking Knob
 
						

							
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Connecting the Display

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 degrees.
5.Pushing the PUSH button, take the Stand Body from monitor.
Good Position
Bad Position
WARNING
You can hurt your finger.
 
						

							
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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.

Connecting the Display
NOTE‘ Self Image Setting Function’?  This function provides the user with optimal display
settings.When the user connects the monitor for the first time, this fun\
ction 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. 
A
B
Connect D-sub(Analog signal) Cable (PC)
Connect D-sub(Analog signal) Cable (MAC)
1.Make sure to turn off the computer and  product. 
Connect signal input cable      and power cord      in order, then tight\
en the screw of
the signal cable. 
1
2
Using the Computer

PUSH
Wall-outlet type
MAC
Power CordMac 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.
PC
Signal Cable
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.
User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15
pin cable, DVI cable) with ferrite cores to maintain
standard compliance for the product.
Varies according to model.
 
						

							
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Control Panel Functions
Front Panel Controls
WIDE mode 4 : 3 display mode 

4 : 3 IN WIDE
WIDE 
4 : 3 IN WIDE 4 : 3 
4 : 3 in Wide
Button
It allows you to adjust the size of screen you are watching
now. 
• WIDE  : Switch to full screen mode according to input 
image signal.  
•  4 : 3 : Change the image signal ratio into 4:3.
MENU ButtonUse this button to enter or exit the On Screen Display.

OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED
This function allows you to lock the current control
settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed.
Press and hold the  MENU buttonfor 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.

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Control Panel Functions
Use this button to enter a selection in the On Screen 
Display.AUTO/SET
Button
AUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENT
When adjusting your display settings, always press
the AUTO/SET button before 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
W1542S : 1280 x 720  
W1742S : 1440 x 900 
W1941S : 1360 x 768

ButtonsUse these buttons to select or adjust functions in the On
Screen Display.

For more information, refer to page 15.

Use this button to turn the display on or off.
This Indicator lights up blue when the display operates
normally(On Mode). If the display is in Sleep Mode
(Energy Saving), this indicator color changes 
to amber.Power Button &
Power Indicator
 
						

							
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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
controls. The following section is an outline of the available adjustments
and selections 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.