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LCD TV PLASMA TV OWNER'S MANUAL LCD TV MODELS PLASMA TV MODELS 32LC7D 42PCSD SOPCSD 37LC7D 42LC7D Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the [abe[ attached on the back cover and quote this...
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With HDMI CEC support of LG's audio/video device quality digital images and sound. _._lmloLInK connected to the HDMI (high-definition multimedia interface), LG TV with this logo works easily with one remote control.
Article 820-40 of the National without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void user's Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that...
SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the apparatus.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, with an exact replacement part by an authorized or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold servicer. Protect the power cord from physical with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,...
INTRODUCTION FEATUREOF THIS TV What is a Plasma TV? cells. A few cell defects will normally occur in the Plasma TV manufacturing process. Several tiny, minute Using plasma is the best way to achieve fiat panel colored dots visible on the screen should be acceptable. displays with excellent image quality and large screen This also occurs in other Plasma TV manufacturers'...
PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your product. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for the product.
PREPARATION FRONT PANELINFORMATION _ Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. I-rl Front Panel Controls Plasma TV Model Remote Control Sensor Power Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. When the TV is turned on, the indicator blinks green and then illuminates green before the picture is displayed.
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LCD TV Model (A,Y)Bu_ons (_,_)Bu_ons Bu_on Bu_on Bu_on Bu_on Power Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. When the TV is turned on, the indicator blinks green and then illuminates green before the picture is displayed.
PREPARATION BACK PANELINFORMATION _ Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Back Connection Panel Plasma TV Model LCD TV Model...
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@ COMPONENT Power Cord Socket Connect a component video/audio device to these For operation with AC power. jacks. Caution: Never attempt to operate the TV on DC power. @ AV OUT Connect a second TV or monitor. (Audio/Video) IN 2 Connect audio/video output...
PREPARATION BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT I Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Plasma TV Model Hold the CABLE MANAGEMENT with both hands and pull it backward as shown. CABLE MANAGEMENT Connect the cables as necessary. To connect an additional equipment, see the EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT...
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LCD TV Model Connect cables as necessary. To connect an additional equipment, see the EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section. Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT as shown. CABLE MANAGEMENT Bundle the cables using the supplied twist holder.
PREPARATION ATTACHING THE TV TO A WALL I Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards. Additionally, we recommend that the TV be attached to a wall so it cannot be pulled in a forward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product.
STAND iNSTALLATiON €only 3 2,'37 inches LCD T V models) Carefully place the product screen side down on a cushioned surface that will protect product screen from damage. Assemble the product stand with the product as shown. Securely install the 4 bolts provided.
PREPARATION VESAWALL MOUNTING This product accepts a VESA-compliant mounting interface pad. (optional) There 4 threaded holes are available for attaching the bracket. Plasma TV Model LCD TV Model 600 mm 600 mm (32 inches only: 200 mm) 400 mm 400 mm (32 inches only: 100 mm) DESKTOP PEDESTALINSTALLATION...
ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections. 7> For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. (VHF, UHF) I Single-family Dwellings/Houses (Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna) _hn d nth:n nb_ Onze wire 2.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ,,l_ T o prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you havefinished connecting all equipment. This part of EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP mainly use picture for LCD TV model. HD RECEIVERSETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external...
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When connecting HDMI cable 1. How to connect Connect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN I or HDMI IN 2 jack on the set. No separated audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use Turn on the digital set-top box.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting HDMI to DVI cable 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN 1 jack on the set. Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the set.
DVD SETUP When connecting Component cable 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDEOI jacks on the set. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO1...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with an S-Video cable 1. How to connect Connect S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S-VIDEO input on the set. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the AUDIO input jacks on the set. 2.
VCR SETUP ,,i_ T o avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. ,,i_ U se the ISM feature in the Option menu to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with a RCA cable 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR.
OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP Camcorder 1. How to connect Video Game Set Connect AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) £3) 2. How to use Select AV2 input source by using the INPUT button...
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. When connecting D-sub ]Spin cable 1. How to connect Connect the RGB output of the PC to the RGB IN (PC) jack on the set.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Overview When the RGB input of the set is connected to a PC output, select the RGB-PC as the main input mode. When HDMI/DVI connect to PC output and select HDMI/DVI input, this function is used.
AV OUT SETUP The TV has a special signal output capability which allows you to hook up the second TV or monitor. 1. How to connect Connect the second TV or monitor to the TV's AV OUT jacks. See the Operating Manual of the second TV or monitor for further...
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV................Mo DE Per_iing m el w v v ..........AUDIO, CABLE, or STB. VCR/DVD Control video cassette recorders or DVD players. control buttons MENU...
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POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on the mode. TV INPUT In AV 1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-PC, HDMI1/DVl, and HDMI2 input sources, screen returns to the last TV channel. INPUT External input modes rotate in regular sequence:...
WATCHINGTV / CHANNELCONTROL TURNING ON TV First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the (b/I, INPUT, CH (A or •) button on the TV or press the POWEK INPUT, TV INPUT, CH(A •...
ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Press the MENU button and then use A or T button to select the each menu. Press the _ button and then use A T _11_ button to display the available menus.
WATCHINGTV / CHANNELCONTROL CHANNEL SEARCH Auto Scan (EZ Scan) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Run EZ Scan again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. A password is required to gain access to EZ Scan menu if the Lock System is turned "l-...
Add/Delete Channel (Manual Scan) A password is required to gain access to Manual Scan menu if the Lock System is turned Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the SETUP menu. Press the • button and then use •...
WATCHINGTV / CHANNELCONTROL Channel Editing There are two different ways in order to add or delete scanned channels. One is "Custom List" and the other is "Favorite List" in the channel list. Both of them are available after EZ Scan on the SETUP menu. A Custom List can be created by toggling...
DTV SIGNAL STRENGTH This feature displays the DTV signal levels being received and indicates whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation. DTV Signal: This function is only available when the input signal is DTV or CADTV.
WATCHINGTV / CHANNELCONTROL INPUT SOURCE SELECTION Changes the picture source so you can watch your off-air TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that connected to your TV. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the SETUP menu.
INPUT LABEL Sets a label to each input source which is not in use when you press the INPUT button. "r Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the SETUP menu. Press the • button and then use •...
WATCHINGTV / CHANNELCONTROL ImPLIRK This operates only for the devices with the logo. _lmpktnK Please check the _lmPunK logo. This allows you to control and play other AV devices connected to the display through HDMI cable without additional cables and settings. If you do not want SimpLink menu, select Off.
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SimpLink Functions ,m_ Direct Play: After connecting AV devices to TV, you can directly control the devices and play media without additional settings. ,m_ Select AV device: Enables you to select one of AV devices connected to TV and play it. .m_ Disc playback: Control...
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL This feature allows an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the picture is to be displayed.
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Zoom 16:9 Choose Zoom 1 when you want to view the picture without any alteration. However, the Adjust the picture horizontally, in a linear pro- top and bottom portions of the picture will be portion to fill the entire screen. cropped.
PICTURECONTROL PRESETPICTURE SETTINGS EZ Picture - Preset EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. Select the preset value in the EZ Picture menu based on the program category. Daylight, Normal, Night Time Settings are preset iiii_i _g!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!i optimum picture quality...
Color Tone - Preset Choose one of three automatic color adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colors with more blue. Press the MENU button and then use • or •...
Color Tone - User Mode You can also adjust the detailed settings (Red, Green, Blue) by selecting the Color Temperature-User menu. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the VIDEO menu. Press the • button and then use •...
PICTURECONTROL XD - PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY XD is LG Electronic's unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital sig- nal processing algorithm. When selecting EZ Picture options (Daylight, Normal Night time), XD is automatically changed to Auto.
ADVANCED - CINEMA 3:2 PULL DOWN MODE Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. When you operate Cinema 3:2 Mode (3:2 Pull-Down Mode or Cinema Correction Mode), the TV will adjust 24 fps video from movies to 30 fps video for display. This feature operates...
PICTURECONTROL ADVANCED- BLACK (DARKNESS) LEVEL Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This feature operates only in AV1, AV2, HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2mode. "0 Press the MENU button and then • • button to select the VIDEO menu.
PICTURECONTROL IMAGESTICKING MINIMIZATION (ISM) METHOD- Hasma TVonly A frozen still picture from a PC/video game displayed on the screen for prolonged periods will result in a ghost image. Use our unique method to minimize any fixed image on the screen. Press the MENU button and then use •...
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL PRESETSOUND SETTINGS (EZ SOUND) EZ Sound lets you enjoy best sound without any special adjustment because the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. Normal, Stadium, News, Music and Theater are preset for good _iiii__ sound quality at the factory...
SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USERMODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the AUDIO menu. Press the • button and then use • or • button select EZ Sound.
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL STEREO/SAP BROADCASTS SETUP This TV can receive stereo programs and any (Secondary Audio Program) that accompanies the stereo pro- gram if the station transmits an additional sound signal as well as the original one and when select Stereo or SAP on the remote...
AUDIO LANGUAGE Other languages may be available if a digital signal is pro- vided by the broadcasting station. This feature operates only in DTV/CADTV mode. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the AUDIO menu.
CAPTION / TEXT Analog Broadcasting System Captions Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information provided on a program. Analog caption displays information any position on the screen and is usually the program's dialog. Text displays information, usually at the bottom position and is [[[["Ji[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[[...
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV/CADTV Captions to appear in. Other Languages can be chosen for digital sources only if they are included on the program. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the OPTION menu.
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETTING Auto Clock Setup The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. The digital channel signal includes information current time provided by the broadcasting station. Set the clock manually if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.
Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the TIME menu. Press the • button and then use • or • button to select Manual Clock.
TIME SETTING AUTO ON/OFF TIMER SETTING The timer function operates only if the current time been set. The Off-Timer function overrides the On-Timer function they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the On-Timer to work.
SLEEPTIMER SETTING The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. Press the TIMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. First the Off option appears on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer options : 10, 20, 30, 60, 90,...
TIME SETTING AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING If set to on and there is no input signal, the TV turns off automatically after 10 minutes. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the TIME menu. Press the • button and then use • or • button to select Auto Off.
PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by choosing the type of the program and the categories.
PARENTAL CONTROL/RATINGS Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. For USA For Canada After inputting the password, use the • or • button to choose Set password. Press the • button and then choose any 4 digits for your new password.
CHANNEL BLOCKING Blocks any channels that you do not want to watch or that you do not want your children to watch. After inputting the password, use the • or • button to choose Block Channel. Press the • button. You will now see a screen filled with channel numbers and a preview picture.
PARENTAL CONTROL/RATINGS MOVIE & TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) - for USAonly Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limits speci- fied, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level.
TV Rating Children - for usa only Prevents children from watching certain children's TV programs, according the ratings limit set. The children rating does not apply to other TV programs. Unless you block certain TV programs intended for mature audiences in the TV Rating - sub menu, your children can view those programs.
PARENTAL CONTROL/RATINGS TV Rating English - for CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. After inputting the password, use the • or • button to choose TV Rating-English. Press the • button and then use the • or • button to select E, C, C8+, G, PG, 1 4+, 1 8+, or Blocking...
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -). Ensure that the correct remote operating mode is set: TV, VCR etc.
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lllllll Press the VOL or VOLUME button. lllllll Sound muted? Press MUTE button. lllllll Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. lllllll Are the audio cables installed properly? lllllll Adjust Balance in menu option. lllllll A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise when the product...
MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend amount of time enjoy your Caution: Be sure to turn power and unplug power cord before begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here's a great way to keep the dust offyour screen for a while.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. 41.3 x 30.2 x 12.2 inches 48.9 x 34.9 x 14,6 inches 1048.0 x 766.0 x 310.0 mm 1242,0 x 8876 x 370.0 41.3 x 28.1 x 3.3 inches 48,9 x 32,6 x 3,5 inches 1048.0...
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51.8 x 23.9x 9.8 inches 36.5 x 273 x 11.0 inches 40.7 x 29.5 x 11.3 inches 806.6 x 606.5 x 249.0mm 9270 x 692.8 x 280.5 mm 1033.4x 750.0 x 2876 mm 31.8 x 21.7 x 3.1 inches 36.5 x24.8 x 3.5 inches 40.7 x 2ZOx 3.5 inches 806.6 x 5.52.3 x 79.0 mm 9270 x 630.0 x 88.0 mm...
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTECONTROL The provided universal remote control can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode To find out whether your remote control can operate each device without programming, turn on the device...
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Remote Control Code 031 o33 o34 o< o32 o4o _02 104 ANAM SANSUI o12 o23039 043 o27030 i DY i 003 007 010 014 ..035 037_29 031033 102134 ] ]]] ]]] ] ]]]]]H] ]]]] MEMOREX SCOTT CAPEHART DYNATECH EMERSON SYMPHONIC 010 034 PENTAX...
IR CODES I. How to Connect ,,i_ C onnect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. 2. Remote Control IR Codes ,,,,,_ Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 3Z917KHz signal at 4SSKHz Carrier frequency F-L_ FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 Configuration...
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TV INPUT Remote control Button COMPONENT1 Discrete IR Code INPUT Remote Control Button (Component1 Input Selection) POWER Remotecontrol Button (PowerOn/Off) COMPONENT2 DisCrete IR C0de RATIO Remote Control Button (Component2 Input Selection) TIMER Remote control Button RGB-PC Discrete IR Code Number Key 0:9 Remote control Button (RGB-PC Input Selection)
EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232C The RS-232C port allows you connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) to control the TV's functions externally. Note: RS-232C on this unit is intended to be used with third party RS-232 control hardware and software.
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RS-232C Configurations Either cable below can be used. D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 Set ID Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to 'Real Data Mapping'. _ p.89. Press the MENU button and then use • or •...
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Power (Command2:a) Volume Control (Command2:f) To control Power On/Off of the TV, To adjust volume. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] You can also adjust volume with the volume buffons on remote control. Data 0 : Power Off Data 1 : Power On Transmission [k][f][ ][Set ID][...
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Tint (Command2:j) 1 6. Balance (Command2:t) To adjust the screen tint. To adjust balance, You can also adjust tint in the Video menu. You can also adjust balance in the Audio menu, Transmission [k] [j] [ ] [Set ID] [ ] [Data] [Cr] Transmission [k][t][ ][Set ID][...
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Data5: The table above lists the binary code which must be Channel Add/Del (Command: m b) converted to Hexadecimal before sending. For example: To add and delete the channels The binary code to tune the sub source to an NTSC Transmission [m][b][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] cable channel is "1000...