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LG 42LM3400 Owner's Manual

42" class cinema 3d 1080p 120hz led tv (42.0" diagonal)
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OWNER'S MANUAL
LED LCD TV
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set
and retain it for future reference.
32LM3400
42LM3700
42LM3400
www.lg.com
P/NO : MFL67468166 (1209-REV00)

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL LED LCD TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 32LM3400 42LM3700 42LM3400 www.lg.com P/NO : MFL67468166 (1209-REV00)

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your product. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. WARNING/CAUTION Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Do not use this apparatus near water.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protect the power cord from being walked on Keep the packing anti-moisture material or or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience vinyl packing out of the reach of children. receptacles, and the point where they exit Anti-moisture material is harmful if from the apparatus.
  • Page 4 Do not attempt to modify this product in any as gasoline or candles, or expose the TV to way without written authorization from LG direct air conditioning. Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning Dot Defect When cleaning, unplug the power cord and The Plasma or LCD panel is a high wipe gently with a soft cloth to prevent technology product with resolution of two scratching. Do not spray water or other million to six million pixels.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DISPOSAL (Hg lamp only used in LCD TVs) 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.

  • Page 7: Viewing 3D Imaging (For 3D Models)

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Viewing 3D Imaging (For 3D models) WARNING Viewing Environment Viewing Time - When watching 3D contents, take 5 - 15 minute breaks every hour. Viewing 3D contents for a long period of time may cause headache, dizziness, fatigue or eye strain. Those that have a photosensitive seizure or chronic illness Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing light or particular pattern from 3D contents.
  • Page 8 Cautions when using the 3D glasses Make sure to use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, you may not be able to view 3D videos properly. Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal glasses, sunglasses or protective goggles.

  • Page 9: Licenses

    In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS REMOTE CONTROL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Viewing 3D Imaging (For 3D models) WATCHING TV LICENSES Turning the TV on for the first time USING THE USER GUIDE OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE SPECIFICATIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Cleaning Your TV...

  • Page 11: Installation Procedure

    INSTALLATION PROCEDURE / ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. Attach the stand to the TV set. Connect an external device to the TV set. 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.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING (For LM3400 series) (For 42LM3700) ENERGY AV MODE INPUT ENERGY AV MODE INPUT SAVING SAVING FLASHBK FLASHBK LIST MARK LIST MARK MUTE MUTE MENU INFO Q.MENU MENU INFO Q.MENU ENTER ENTER BACK EXIT BACK EXIT L/R SELECT L/R SELECT FREEZE FREEZE...

  • Page 13: Optional Extras

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Optional Extras Optional extras can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification. Contact your dealer for buying these items. These devices only work with certain models. AG-F3** Cinema 3D Glasses The model name or design may be changed manufacturer’s circumstances or policies.

  • Page 14: Parts And Buttons

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Screen Remote control and Intelligent sensors Power indicator Speakers Touch buttons SETTINGS INPUT Touch button Description ꔰ / I Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. SETTINGS Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus. Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input.

  • Page 15: Lifting And Moving The Tv

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When moving or lifting the TV, read the following When transporting a large TV, there should to prevent the TV from being scratched or be at least 2 people. damaged and for safe transportation regardless of When transporting the TV by hand, hold the its type and size.

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Tv

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the TV Put your TV on a pedestal stand and mount the TV on a table or wall. Attaching the stand If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, use the following instructions to attach the stand. 4 EA M4 x 20 Stand Body...
  • Page 17 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING To detach the stand, (Depending on model) 4 EA M4 x 20 CAUTION When attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches. NOTE This will protect the opening from accumulating dust and dirt.

  • Page 18: Mounting On A Table

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Securing the TV to a table Fix the TV to a table to prevent from tilting Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a forward, damage, and potential injury. table. Mount the TV on a table, and then insert and - Leave a 10 cm (4 inch) (minimum) space from tighten the supplied screw on the rear of the...

  • Page 19: Tidying Cables

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Tidying cables Securing the TV to a wall (optional) (Depending on model) Gather and bind the cables with the cable management clip. Fix the cable management clip firmly to the TV. Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets and bolts on the back of the TV.

  • Page 20: Mounting On A Wall

    If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall Use an authorized LG wall mount and mount when mounting the TV to a wall.

  • Page 21: Making Connections

    MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS This part of MAKING CONNECTIONS mainly uses picture for LM3700 series. Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device. For more information of external device’s connection, refer to the manual provided with each device. Available external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, and other external devices.

  • Page 22: Connecting To A Hd Receiver, Dvd, Or Vcr Player

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD, or VCR player Connect a HD receiver, DVD, or VCR player to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI Connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device. Transmits the digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration.

  • Page 23: Component Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Component Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the component cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE If cables are installed incorrectly, it could case the image to display in black and white or with distorted color.

  • Page 24: Composite Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the AV IN VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO-...

  • Page 25: Connecting To A Pc

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC NOTE It is recommended to use the TV with the HDMI connection for the best image quality. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness.

  • Page 26: Connecting To An Audio System

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an Audio System (For 42LM3400, 42LM3700) You may use an optional external audio system instead of the built-in speaker. NOTE If you use an optional external audio device instead of the built-in speaker, set the TV speaker feature to off.

  • Page 27: Connecting To A Sound Bar

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a Sound Bar (For 42LM3700) You may use a Sound Bar instead of the built-in speaker. NOTE If you use a Sound Bar instead of the built-in speaker, set the TV speaker to off in the user menu. Digital Optical Audio Connection Transmits a digital audio signal from the TV to a Sound Bar.

  • Page 28: Connecting To A Usb

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a USB Connect a USB storage device such as a USB flash memory, external hard drive, or a USB memory card reader to the TV.

  • Page 29: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching the ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
  • Page 30 REMOTE CONTROL Adjusts the volume level. Accesses your favorite channel list.; Selects a menu or option. RATIO INPUT ENERGY Used for viewing 3D video. SAVING MUTE Mutes all sounds. Scrolls through the saved channels. PAGE Moves to the previous or next screen. SETTINGS FLASHBK Accesses the main menu.
  • Page 31 REMOTE CONTROL For LM3700 series ꔰ (POWER) Turns the TV on or off. Returns to the last TV channel. RATIO Resizes an image. INPUT Rotates through inputs. Also switches the TV on from standby. ENERGY SAVING Adjusts the brightness of the screen to reduce energy consumption.
  • Page 32 REMOTE CONTROL SETTINGS Accesses the main menu. INFO Views the information of the current program and screen. Q.MENU Accesses the quick menu. 3D OPTION Used for viewing 3D video. Navigation buttons (up/down/left/right) Scrolls through menus or options. OK ꔉ Selects menus or options and confirms your input. ꕣ...

  • Page 33: Watching Tv

    WATCHING TV WATCHING TV NOTE Turning the TV on for the first To display images in the best quality for time your home environment, select Home Use. When you turn the TV on for the first time, the Store Demo is suitable for the retail Initial setting screen appears.

  • Page 34: Using The User Guide

    USING THE USER GUIDE USING THE USER GUIDE User Guide allows you to more easily access the User Guide OPTION > To set language detailed TV information. SETTINGS  OPTION  Language You can select the language of the menu displayed on the screen and digital Press SETTINGS to access the main menus.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    Operating Humidity Less than 80 % Storage Temperature -20 - 60 °C Storage Humidity Less than 85 % 32LM3400 42LM3400 MODELS (32LM3400-UC) (42LM3400-UC) 795.0 x 566.0 x 207.0 mm 1018.0 x 696.0 x 261.0 mm With stand (31.2 x 22.2 x 8.1 inch) (40.0 x 27.4 x 10.2 inch)
  • Page 36 63.981 60.02 Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency (KHz) Frequency (Hz) 1920 x 1080 67.50 60.00 15.73 59.94 For 42LM3400 / 42LM3700 720 x 480i 15.73 60.00 31.47 59.94 720 x 480p HDMI (DTV) supported mode 31.50 60.00 44.96 59.94 1280 x 720p...

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE / TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your TV Clean your TV regularly to keep the best performance and to extend the product lifespan. CAUTION Make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. When the TV is left unattended or unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.
  • Page 39 CHILD SAFETY: It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips in mind: THE ISSUE y The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat panel displays are popular purchases.
  • Page 40 LG Customer Information Center For inquires or comments, visit www.lg.com or call; 1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.com The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and/or one side of the TV.

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