27GL650F Monitor Driver Guide
27GL650F Monitor Driver Guide
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This product is a computer monitor and not for television purpose.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it
for future reference.
27GL650F
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LICENSE
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You can download and install the latest version from the LGE website ([Link]).
CAUTION
Drivers and Software Installation Priority
•• Always use genuine LG components to ensure safety and product performance.
Monitor Driver Recommended
•• The product warranty will not cover damage or injury caused by the use of
unauthorized components. OnScreen Control Recommended
•• It is recommended that use the supplied components.
•• If you use generic cables not certified by LG, the screen may not display or there
may be image noises.
•• Illustrations in this document represent typical procedures, so they may look
different from the actual product.
•• Do not apply foreign substances (oils, lubricants, etc.) to the screw parts when
assembling the product. (Doing so may damage the product.)
•• Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the
monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty.
•• Do not carry the monitor upside down by just holding the base. This may cause the
monitor to fall off the stand and could result in personal injury.
•• When lifting or moving the monitor, do not touch the monitor screen. The force
applied to the monitor screen may cause damage to it.
•• For wave pattern on appearance, unlike the general method of coating, it’s applied
to added glittering material in raw [Link] no peeled-off appearance, it has
good durability. Please use it with confidence because there is no problem in using
the product at all.
NOTE
•• The components may look different from those illustrated here.
•• Without prior notice, all product information and specifications contained in this
manual are subject to change to improve the performance of the product.
•• To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or an online shopping
site, or contact the retailer from which you purchased the product.
•• The power cord provided may differ depending upon the region.
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moving it left/right with your finger.
Basic Functions
Controls
You can control the screen’s brightness
Joystick Button / Power LED / screen
by moving the joystick button up/down.
brightness
•• On: Power on
•• Off: Power off
NOTE
•• The joystick button is located at the bottom of the monitor.
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When moving or lifting the monitor, follow these instructions to prevent the monitor
from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, regardless of
its shape or size.
•• Place the monitor in the original box or packing material before attempting to
move it.
•• Before moving or lifting the monitor, disconnect the power cord and all other
cables.
•• Hold the bottom and side of the monitor frame firmly. Do not hold the panel itself. •• When holding the monitor, the screen should face away from you to prevent it
from being scratched.
•• When transporting the monitor, do not expose the monitor to shock or excessive
vibration.
•• When moving the monitor, keep it upright and never turn the monitor on its side or
tilt it sideways.
CAUTION
•• Avoid touching the monitor screen as much as possible.
-- This may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create
images.
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•• If you use the monitor panel without the stand base, its joystick button may cause
the monitor to become unstable and fall, resulting in damage to the monitor or
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human injury. In addition, this may cause the joystick button to malfunction.
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100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
100 mm
Max. 110.0 mm
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•• To avoid injury to the fingers when adjusting the screen, do not hold the lower part
2 Adjust the angle of the screen. of the monitor’s frame as illustrated below.
The angle of the screen can be adjusted forward or backward from -5° to 15° for a
comfortable viewing experience.
Rear Front
•• Be careful not to touch or press the screen area when adjusting the angle of the
monitor.
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Pivot Feature 2 Adjust the angle of the monitor in the direction of the arrow as shown in the
figure.
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Head
Stand
3 Rotate the monitor clockwise as shown in the figure.
WARNING
•• To avoid scratching the stand base, make sure that when rotating the monitor
using the pivot feature, the stand does not make contact with the monitor.
1 Raise the monitor to the maximum height.
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4 Complete the installation by rotating the monitor 90° as shown below. Tidying up Cables
Arrange the cables using the cable holder as shown in the illustration.
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Mouse Holder
NOTE
•• Auto Pivot feature of the display is not supported.
•• The screen can be rotated easily using the screen pivot shortcut key provided
with your Windows operating system. Note that some Windows versions and
some graphics card drivers may use different settings for the screen pivot key or
may not support the pivot key at all.
Cable Holder
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monitor. devices.
For more information on installation and usage, refer to the Kensington lock owner’s 1 Place the screen face down. To protect the monitor panel (screen), cover the
manual or visit the website at [Link] surface with a soft cloth or the monitor protection pad included in the product
Connect the monitor to a table using the Kensington security system cable. package.
2 Remove the four screws tightened on the back of the monitor.
3 Place the wall mount plate onto the monitor and align it with the screw holes.
4 Tighten the four screws using a screwdriver to fix the plate to the monitor.
NOTE
•• The wall mount plate is sold separately.
•• For more information on installation, refer to the wall mount plate’s installation
guide.
•• Be careful not to apply too much force while mounting the wall mount plate as it
may cause damage to the screen.
NOTE
•• The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain optional accessories
from most electronics stores.
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Installing on the Wall To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mounting bracket (optional) to the back
of the monitor.
Install the monitor at least 100 mm away from the wall and leave about 100 mm
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of space at each side of the monitor to ensure sufficient ventilation. Detailed Make sure that the wall mounting bracket is securely fixed to the monitor and to the
installation instructions can be obtained from your local retail store. Alternatively, wall.
please refer to the manual for how to install and set up a tilting wall mounting 1 If you use screws longer than the standard length, it may damage the inside of
bracket. the product.
2 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.
100 mm
Wall Mount (mm) 100 x 100
Standard screw M4 x L10
Number of screws 4
100 mm
100 mm Wall Mount Plate (Optional) LSW 149
100 mm
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•• Use the wall mounting bracket and screws that conform to VESA standards.
NOTE Damage caused by the use or misuse of inappropriate components will not be
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•• Use the screws specified by VESA standards. covered by the product warranty.
•• The wall mount kit includes the installation guide and all necessary parts. •• When measured from the back of the monitor, the length of each installed screw
•• The wall mounting bracket is optional. You can obtain optional accessories from must be 8 mm or less.
your local dealer.
Wall Mount Plate
•• The length of the screw may differ for each wall mounting bracket. Be sure to use
the proper length.
•• For more information, please refer to the user manual for the wall mounting Back of the Monitor
bracket.
CAUTION
•• Unplug the power cord before moving or installing the monitor to avoid electric Wall Mount Plate
shock.
•• Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor Back of the
falling off, which could lead to injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact Monitor
the local dealer or qualified personnel. Screw
•• Applying excessive force when tightening screws may cause damage to the Dimensions
monitor. Damage caused in this way will not be covered by the product warranty. : M4 x L10
Max. 8 mm
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•• This monitor supports the *Plug and Play feature.
•• Press the joystick button, go to Menu → Input, and then select the input option. * Plug and Play: A feature that allows you to add a device to your computer without
having to reconfigure anything or install any manual drivers.
CAUTION
•• Do not press the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause image distortion. HDMI Connection
•• Do not display a still image on the screen for a prolonged time. This may cause Transmits digital video and audio signals from your PC to the monitor.
image retention. Use a screensaver if possible.
NOTE
CAUTION
•• When connecting the power cord to the outlet, use a grounded (3-hole) power
strip or a grounded power outlet. •• Using a DVI to HDMI / DP (DisplayPort) to HDMI cable may cause compatibility issues.
•• The monitor may flicker when turned on in an area where the temperature is low. •• Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. If you do not use a certified
This is normal. HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur.
•• Sometimes red, green, or blue spots may appear on the screen. This is normal. •• Recommended HDMI cable types
-- High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable
-- High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable with Ethernet
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Connecting Headphones
NOTE Connect peripherals to the monitor via the headphones port.
Angled Straight
•• Depending on the audio settings of the PC and external device, headphones and
speaker functions may be limited.
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Main menu disabled Enables the main menu.
Exits the main menu.
Activating the Main Menu Main menu enabled
(Holding down the button to turn off the monitor. You can
turn off the monitor this way at any time, including when the
1 Press the joystick button on the bottom of the OSD is on.)
monitor.
2 Move the joystick up/down ( / ) and left/right Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor volume level.
( / ) to set the options.
3 Press the joystick button once more to exit the Main menu enabled Enters the Input features.
main menu.
Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor volume level.
Joystick Button Main menu disabled Adjusts the monitor brightness level.
Power Off
Input Sets input mode.
User Settings
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Menu Settings
1 To view the settings menu, press the joystick button at the bottom of the monitor and then enter the Menu.
2 Configure the options by moving the joystick up/down/left/right.
3 To return to the upper settings or set other settings items, move the joystick to or press ( ).
4 If you want to exit the settings menu, move the joystick to until you exit.
Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options.
Gamer 2 Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup
options.
FPS This mode is optimized for FPS [Link] is suitable for very dark FPS games.
Game Mode
RTS This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
Vivid Optimized the screen for vivid colors.
Reader Optimizes the screen for viewing documents. You can brighten the screen in the settings menu.
HDR Effect Optimizes the screen for high dynamic range.
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Gamer 1 In this mode, users can customize elements including game-related options.
Gamer 2 Gamer 1 and Gamer 2 picture modes allow you to save two sets of customized display settings, including game-related setup
options.
FPS This mode is optimized for FPS [Link] is suitable for very dark FPS games.
RTS This mode is optimized for RTS Game.
Vivid Optimized the screen for vivid colors.
Game Mode
NOTE
•• HDR content may not be operated properly depending on the Windows10 OS setting. Please check the HDR On / Off setting of Windows.
•• When the HDR function is turned on, the characters or picture quality may be poor according to Graphic card performance.
•• While the HDR function is on, screen flickering or cracking may occur when changing the monitor input or power on/off according to Graphic card
performance.
•• For information about whether the graphics card and game support HDR, visit their manufacture's website.
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This mode minimizes motion blur in fast-moving videos. To take full advantage of this function, select 1920 x
1080 @ 120Hz/144Hz before enabling 1ms Motion Blur Reduction.
On
NOTE
•• To reduce motion blur, brightness is reduced with backlight control.
•• 1ms Motion Blur Reduction and FreeSync feature can not used at the same time.
•• This function is game-optimized.
•• It is recommended to turn off when you are not using the gaming function.
•• Flicker may occur during 1ms Motion Blur Reduction operation.
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Provides seamless and natural images by synchronizing the vertical frequency of the input signal with that of the output signal.
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CAUTION
•• In HDMI input, the menu name is displayed as certified AMD FreeSync Tier name instead of Adaptive-Sync.
(FreeSync / FreeSync Premium / FreeSync Premium Pro)
Adaptive-Sync •• Supported Interface: DisplayPort (Adaptive-Sync), HDMI (FreeSync).
Game Adjust •• Supported Graphic Card : A graphic card that supports NVIDIA's G-SYNC or AMD’s FreeSync is necessary.
•• Supported Version : Make sure to update the graphic card to the latest driver.
•• For more information and requirement, refer to NVIDIA website ([Link]) and AMD website ([Link]).
On Adaptive-Sync function on.
Off Adaptive-Sync function off.
You can control the black contrast to have better visibility in dark scenes.
Black Stabilizer
You can easily distinguish objects on dark game screens.
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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.
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Brightness
Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the screen.
Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the screen.
Gamma Mode 1, Mode The higher the gamma value, the darker the image becomes. Likewise, the lower the gamma value, the
2, Mode 3 lighter the image becomes.
Mode 4 If you do not need to adjust the gamma settings, select Mode 4.
Color Temp Custom The user can adjust it to red, green, or blue by customization.
Warm Sets the screen color to a reddish tone.
Medium Sets the screen color to between a red and blue tone.
Cool Sets the screen color to a bluish tone.
Picture Adjust Manual Adjusts the color temperature in 500K increments. (Note that 9300K is supported instead of 9500K.).
R/G/B You can customize the picture color using Red, Green, and Blue colors.
Meets the user requirements for colors by adjusting the hue and saturation of the six colors and then saving the settings.
Hue Adjusts the tone of the screen colors.
Six Color
Adjusts the saturation of the screen colors. The lower the value, the less saturated and brighter the
Saturation
colors become. The higher the value, the more saturated and darker the colors become.
Black Level Sets the offset level (for HDMI only).
yy Offset: as a reference for a video signal, this is the darkest color the monitor can display.
High Keeps the current contrast ratio of the screen.
Low Lowers the black levels and raises the white levels from the current contrast ratio of the screen.
DFC On Adjusts the brightness automatically according to the screen.
Off Disables the DFC feature.
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Aspect Ratio Original Displays video according to the aspect ratio of the video signal input.
Input NOTE
•• The display may look the same for Full Wide and Original options at the recommended resolution. (1920 x 1080)
When automatic input switch is set to On, display will automatically switch to new input when connected.
Auto Input Switch On Enables Auto Input Switch.
Off Disables Auto Input Switch.
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Language Sets the menu screen to the desired language.
High Saves energy using the high-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature.
SMART ENERGY
Low Saves energy using the low-efficiency SMART ENERGY SAVING feature.
SAVING
Off Disables the SMART ENERGY SAVING feature.
Turns the power LED on the bottom of the monitor on or off.
The power LED turns on automatically.
•• On Mode: Red
Power LED On
•• Sleep Mode: Flashing Red
•• Off Mode: Off
Off The power LED turns off.
General Automatic Feature that automatically turns off the monitor when there is no movement on the screen for a period of time. You can set a
Standby timer for the auto-off function. (Off, 4H, 6H, and 8H)
HDMI Compatibility Mode feature can recognize the legacy equipment that does not support HDMI 2.0.
On Enables HDMI Compatibility Mode.
Off Disables HDMI Compatibility Mode.
HDMI
Compatibility NOTE
Mode •• If the connected device does not support HDMI Compatibility Mode, the screen or sound may not work properly.
•• When HDMI Compatibility Mode is on, 1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz resolution is not supported.
•• Some older graphics cards do not support HDMI 2.0,but you can select HDMI 2.0 resolution in the control panel of window.
This may cause the screen to appear abnormally.
DisplayPort Please set the DisplayPort version to match the version of the connected external device(1.4,1.2 and 1.1) . If you want to use the
Version HDR, select the DP version to 1.4 .
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NOTE
General
•• All features are disabled except Brightness,Contrast in Picture Adjust, Input, OSD Lock and Information in General.
Information The display information will be shown Total Power On Time, Resolution.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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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.
Is the power LED on? •• Check the power cable connection and press the power button.
Is the power on and the power LED •• Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu > Input).
displaying red?
Is the power LED blinking? •• If the monitor is in sleep mode, move the mouse, or press any key on the keyboard, to switch the display on.
•• Check if the computer is turned on.
Is the The screen is not currently set •• This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (graphics card) are out of the recommended horizontal or vertical
to the recommended resolution. If you frequency range of the monitor. Please see the Product Specification section of this manual to set the appropriate frequency.
have no video or the screen flickers,
see the troubleshooting guide in the
product owner’s manual. message being
displayed?
Is the No Signal message being •• This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the monitor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and
displayed? reconnect it.
Have you installed the display driver? •• Be sure to install the display driver from our web site: [Link]
•• Make sure to check if the graphics card supports Plug and Play function.
Does image sticking occur even when the •• Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in the retention of the image.
monitor is turned off? •• To extend the lifetime of the monitor, use a screensaver.
Screen display is unstable and shaky. / Images displayed on the monitor leave shadow trails.
Did you select the appropriate resolution? •• If the selected resolution is HDMI 1080i 60/50 Hz (interlaced), the screen may be flickering. Change the resolution to
1080p or the recommended resolution.
NOTE
•• Vertical Frequency: In order to display an image, the screen must be refreshed dozens of times per second, like a fluorescent lamp. The number of times the screen is
refreshed per second is called vertical frequency, or refresh rate, and is represented by Hz.
•• Horizontal Frequency: The time it takes to display one horizontal line is called the horizontal cycle. If 1 is divided by the horizontal interval, the result is the number of
horizontal lines displayed per second. This is called horizontal frequency and is represented by kHz.
•• Check if the graphics card’s resolution or frequency is within the range allowed by the monitor and set it to the recommended (optimal) resolution Control Panel >
Display > Menu in Windows. (The settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.)
•• Not setting the graphics card to the recommended (optimal) resolution may result in blurred text, a dimmed screen, a truncated display area or misalignment of the
display.
•• The setting methods may be different depending on the computer or operating system, and some resolutions may not be available depending on the performance of the
graphics card. If this is the case, contact the manufacturer of the computer or graphics card for assistance.
•• Some graphics cards may not support 1920 x 1080 resolution. If the resolution cannot be displayed, contact the manufacturer of your graphics card.
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Does the display appear discolored •• Set the color to 24 bit (true color) or higher. In Windows, go to Control Panel > Display > Settings > Color Quality. (The
(16 colors)? settings may differ depending on the operating system (OS) you use.)
Does the display color appear unstable or •• Check if the signal cable is connected properly. Reconnect the cable or reinsert the PC's graphics card.
monochrome?
Are there spots on the screen? •• When using the monitor, pixilated spots (red, green, blue, white, or black) may appear on the screen. This is normal for an
LCD screen. It is not an error, nor is it related to the monitor's performance.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
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Without Stand 4.5 kg
Preset Mode Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Polarity (H/V) Remarks
* When HDMI Compatibility Mode is on, 1920 x 1080@144Hz resolution is not supported.
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Factory support mode Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency
Remarks
(Preset Mode) (kHz) (Hz)
480P 31.5 60
576P 31.25 50
720P 37.5 50
720P 45 60
1080P 56.25 50
1080P 67.5 60
1080P 112.5 100
1080P 135 120
Power LED
Mode LED Color
On Mode Red (For a few seconds)
Sleep Mode Off
Off Mode Off
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