ENGLISH PLASMA TV OWNER’S MANUAL PLASMA TV MODELS 42PQ1*** 50PQ1*** 42PQ2*** 50PQ2*** 42PQ3*** 50PQ3*** 42PQ6*** 50PQ6*** Please read this manual carefully before operating your TV. Retain it for future reference. Record the model number and serial number of the TV. Refer to the label on the back cover and quote this information. To your dealer when requiring any service. This feature is not available for all models.
ACCESSORIES ■ Image shown may differ from your TV Owner’s Manual ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. Power Cord Batteries ENERGY SAVING POWER RATIO Q. MENU MENU FREEZE This item is not included for all models. POWER RATIO INPUT ENERGY SAVING AV MODE OK 1 4 RETURN SLEEP AV MODE MARK FAV P A G E MUTE 1 2 4 5 7 8 9 LIST 0 Q.
CONTENTS ACCESSORIES.......................................................1 CONTENTS PREPARATION Front Panel Controls................................................. 4 Back Panel Information ............................................ 6 Stand Installation....................................................... 7 Careful installation advice.........................................8 Back Cover for Wire Arrangement......................... 9 Swivel Stand ....................................................
APPENDIX Auto Volume Leveler ................................................77 Preset Sound Settings-Sound Mode....................78 Sound Setting Adjustment -User Mode..............79 SRS TruSurround XT................................................79 Clear Voice II .............................................................80 Balance........................................................................81 Audio Reset ...............................................................
PREPARATION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. PREPARATION CAUTION G When the TV cannot be turned on with the remote control, press the main power button on the TV. (When the power is turned off with the main power button on the TV, it will not be turned on with the remote control.
Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. Remote Control Sensor Power/Standby Indicator •Illuminates red in standby mode. •Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on. INPUT INPUT MENU INPUT MENU OK MENU OK PREPARATION UT 42/50PQ3*** P OK VOLUME P PROGRAMME POWER 42/50PQ6*** MENU MENU OK P P PROGRAMME P OK P VOLUME OK Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions.
PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION 3 4 HDMI IN3 USB IN AV IN 3 2 R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R RR R USB IN R R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIORR R 1 2 R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO RR PREPARATION 9 Only 42/50PQ6*** Only 42/50PQ3*** R Image shown may differ from your TV.
STAND INSTALLATION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV When assembling the desk type stand, check whether the bolt is fully tightened. (If not tightened fully, thep roduct can tilt forward after the product installation.) If you tighten the bolt with excessive force, the boltcan deviate from abrasion of the tightening part of the bolt. 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. 2 Assemble the TV as shown.
PREPARATION CAREFUL INSTALLATION ADVICE PREPARATION You should purchase necessary components to fix the TV safety and secure to the wall from the market. Position the TV close to the wall to avoid the possibility of it falling when pushed. A The instructions shown below are a safer way to set up the TV, by fixing it to the wall, avoiding the possibility of it falling forwards if pulled. This will prevent the TV from falling forward and causing injury. This will also prevent the TV from damage.
BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. After Connecting the cables as necessary, install CABLE HOLDER as shown and bundle the cables. PREPARATION CABLE HOLDER SWIVEL STAND This feature is not available for all models. After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the left or right direction by 20 degrees to suit your viewing position. NOT USING THE DESK-TYPE STAND ■ Here shown may differ from your TV.
PREPARATION A A The TV can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc. The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally. DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION PREPARATION For adequate ventilation allow a clearance of 4” (10cm) all around the TV. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches WALL MOUNT: HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION A We recommend the use of a LG Brand wall mounting bracket when mounting the TV to a wall.
■ To prevent damage do not connect to the mains outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ANTENNA CONNECTION R For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction. An antenna cable and converter are not supplied.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ■ ■ To avoid damaging any equipment, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. Image shown may differ from your TV. HD RECEIVER SETUP Connecting with a component cable (Except 42/50PQ1***) COMPONENT IN 2 Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to AV 1 the C O M P O N E N T I N A U D I O jacks on the TV. AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) 1 PB PR 3 4 Turn on the digital set-top box.
Connecting a set-top box with an HDMI cable 1 AV V1 AV V2 HDMI HDMI/DVI IN 2 3 Select H D M I 1(or H D M I (Only 42/50PQ1***)), H D M I 2(Except 42/50PQ1***) or H D M I 3(Only 42/50PQ6***) input source using the I N P U T button on the remote control. Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Connecting with a HDMI to DVI cable (Except 42/50PQ1***) COMPONENT IN AV V2 AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) PB HDMI HDMI/DVI IN VIDEO HDMI IN 1 PR 2 L AUDIO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Y AV V1 ANTENNA IN R RS-232C IN RGB(PC) (CONTROL&SERVICE) 2 1 1 Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the H D M I / D V I I N 1 jack on the TV. 2 Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the A U D I O I N ( R G B / D V I ) jack on the TV.
DVD SETUP Connecting with a component cable (Except 42/50PQ1***) Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the C O M P O N E N T I N V I D E O jacks on the TV. 2 Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the C O M P O N E N T I N A U D I O jacks on the TV. COMPONENT IN AV 2 VIDEO Y AV 1 AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) 1 PB 3 Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD. PR 4 Select C o m p o n e n t input source using the I N P U T button on the remote control.
EXTERNAL EQIPMENT SETUP When connecting with a Euro Scart COMPONENT IN Y AV 1 AV 2 2 1 Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD. HDMI IN PR 2 L 3 4 Select A V 1 input source with using the I N P U T button on the remote control. If connected to A V 2 Euro scart socket, select A V 2 input source. 32C IN L&SERVICE) ANTENNA IN PB HDMI MI/DVI IN AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) AUDIO Connect the Euro scart socket of the DVD to the A V 1 Euro scart socket on the set.
AV 1 Connecting the HDMI cable Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the H D M I / D V I I N 1(or H D M I I N(Only 42/50PQ1***)),, H D M I I N 2 (Except 42/50PQ1***) or H D M I I N 3(Only 42/50PQ6***) jack on the TV. 2 Select H D M I 1(or H D M I (Only 42/50PQ1***)), H D M I 2 (Except 42/50PQ1***) or H D M I 3 (Only 42/50PQ6***) input source using the I N P U T button on the remote control. 3 Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.
EXTERNAL EQIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP ■ To avoid picture noise (interference), allow adequate distance between the VCR and TV. Connecting with a RF cable EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AV 1 AV 2 ANTENNA IN ANT OUT S-VIDEO ANT IN OUTPUT SWITCH L R 1 Wall Jack 2 18 VIDEO Antenna 1 Connect the A N T O U T socket of the VCR to the A N T E N N A I N socket on the TV. 2 Connect the antenna cable to the A N T I N socket of the VCR.
When connecting with a Euro Scart AV 2 2 3 Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner’s manual.) Select A V 1 input source with using the I N P U T button on the remote control. 1 HDMI IN PR 2 L 32C IN &SERVICE) Scart AV1 1 AV 2 Output Input Video O AV2 R RGB(PC) If connected to A V 2 Euro scart socket, select A V 2 input source.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with a RCA cable (Except 42/50PQ1***) 2 Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner’s manual.) 3 Select A V 3 input source using the I N P U T button on the remote control. 1 AV IN 3 S-VIDEO VIDEO L R ANT IN ! NOTE G 20 USB IN V I D E O jacks between TV and Connect the A U D I O/V VCR.
OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP (Except 42/50PQ1***) Camcorder 3 Operate the corresponding external equipment. Refer to external equipment operating guide. VIDEO L USB IN Select A V 3 input source using the I N P U T button on the remote control. VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R 2 Video Game Set AV IN 3 1 R EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1 V I D E O jacks between TV Connect the A U D I O/V and external equipment. Match the jack colours.
EXTERNAL EQIPMENT SETUP PC SETUP (Except 42/50PQ1***) This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. Connecting with a D-sub 15 pin cable Y AV V1 AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) PB HDMI HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN 1 PR 2 RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) ANTENNA IN R RGB(PC) RGB OUTPUT AUDIO L 1 22 AV 2 VIDEO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP COMPONENT IN 2 AUDIO 1 Connect the RGB output of the PC to the R G B ( P C) jack on the TV.
Supported Display Resolution HDMI-DTV mode RGB-PC mode (Except 42/50PQ1***) Vertical Frequency(Hz) 59.94 60.00 720x576 31.25 50.00 1280x720 44.96 45.00 37.50 59.94 60.00 50.00 1920x1080 33.72 33.75 28.125 67.432 67.5 56.250 27 33.75 59.94 60.00 50.00 59.94 60 50 24 30 Horizontal Frequency(kHz) Vertical Frequency(Hz) Resolution 640x350 31.468 70.09 720x480 720x400 31.469 70.09 640x480 31.469 59.94 800x600 37.879 60.317 1024x768 48.363 60.004 1280x768 47.776 59.
EXTERNAL EQIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode (Except 42/50PQ1***) Screen Reset Returns Position, Size and Phase to the factory default settings. This function works in the following mode: Component(except 480i, 576i), RGB EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PICTURE Move Screen OK E • Contrast Move Prev. Resolution 100 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 70 • Colour 70 • Tint 0 Auto Config.
Adjustment for screen Position, Size, Phase If the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. PICTURE Move Screen OK Move Prev. E • Contrast Resolution 100 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 70 • Colour 70 Auto Config. D • Tint 0 Position R G F G Size • Advanced Control • Picture Reset G E EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP P o s i t i o n operates in Component(except 480i, 576i), RGB mode.
EXTERNAL EQIPMENT SETUP Selecting Resolution (Except 42PQ2***, 42PQ3***, 42PQ6***) To view a normal picture, match the resolution of RGB mode and selection of PC mode. This function works in the following mode: RGB[PC] EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PICTURE Move Screen OK Move Prev. E • Contrast Resolution 100 • Brightness • Sharpness 70 • Colour 70 • Tint 0 G 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 50 Auto Config.
Auto Configure (RGB [PC] mode only) Automatically adjust the picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your TV is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. PICTURE Move Screen OK Move Prev. E • Contrast Resolution 100 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 70 • Colour 70 • Tint 0 Auto Config.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONS (EXCEPT 42/50PQ6***) When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. This feature is not available for all models. POWER RATIO INPUT AV MODE POWER SAVING (Only 42/50PQ1***) POWER SAVING Adjust the power saving mode of the TV. RATIO Selects your desired picture format. POWER RATIO INPUT AV MODE ENERGY SAVING WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 LIST 0 Q.
THUMBSTICK Allows you to navigate the on-screen menus and adjust POWER RATIO INPUT AV MODE POWER SAVING (Up/Down/Left/ the system settings to your preference. Right) OK Accepts your selection or displays the current mode. POWER RATIO INPUT AV MODE ENERGY SAVING 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 LIST 0 Q.VIEW RETURN Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. SIMPLINK / Controls SIMPLINK or USB menu.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONS (Only 42/50PQ6***) When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. ENERGY Adjust the power saving mode of the TV. SAVING ENERGY SAVING POWER RATIO Selects your desired picture format. RATIO POWER Switches the TV on from standby or off to standby. Q. MENU MENU FREEZE See a list of AV devices connected to TV. When you toggle this button, the Simplink menu appears at the screen.(G p .
ENERGY SAVING VOLUME UP Adjusts the volume. /DOWN POWER RATIO MARK Check and un-check programmes in the USB menu. Q. MENU MENU FREEZE FAV Displays the selected favourite programme. MUTE Switches the sound on or off. OK PAGE Move from one full set of screen information to the next UP/DOWN one. RETURN SLEEP AV MODE 0~9 number Selects a programme. button Selects numbered items in a menu. LIST Displays the programme table. MARK Q.VIEW Returns to the previously viewed programme.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL TURNING ON THE TV - When your TV is turned on, you will be able to use its features. 1 Firstly, connect the power cord correctly. At this stage, the TV switches to standby mode. 2 In standby mode to turn TV on, press the INPUT or P D E button on the TV or press the POWER, INPUT, P or NUMBER button on the remote control and the TV will switch on.
QUICK MENU Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently. • A s p e c t R a t i o: Selects your desired picture format. Q.Menu Aspect Ratio F 16:9 G Picture Mode Vivid Sound Mode Standard Mono Audio 120 Min. Sleep Timer Favourite Off USB Eject Eject WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL For Zoom Setting, select 16:9, Original, 4:3, 14:9, Zoom et Cinema Zoom1 in Ratio Menu.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL ON SCREEN MENUS SELECTION AND ADJUSTMENT Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. ■ Image shown may differ from your TV.
AUTO PROGRAMME TUNING Use this to automatically find and store all available programmes. When you start auto programming, all previously stored service information will be deleted. SETUP Move OK SETUP Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Manual Tuning Programme Edit Programme Edit Move OK Check your antenna connection. The previous channel information will be updated during Auto Tuning. Still Continue? Yes 1 MENU 2 Select S E T U P. OK Select A u t o T u n i n g. OK Select Y e s.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL MANUAL PROGRAMME TUNING Manual Tuning lets you manually tune and arrange the stations in whatever order you desire. SETUP Move SETUP OK Auto Tuning Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Manual Tuning Programme Edit Programme Edit Move OK Storage 1 F WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL System G BG Band V/UHF Channel 0 Fine F G Search F G Name C 02 Store Close 1 MENU 2 OK 5 Select S E T U P. Select V / U H F or C a b l e. 6 Select M a n u a l T u n i n g.
SETUP Move SETUP OK Move OK Auto Tuning Auto Tuning Manual Manual Tuning Tuning Manual Manual Tuning Tuning Storage 1 Programme Edit Programme Edit System BG Band V/UHF Channel 0 Fine Fine Search F G F G Name C 02 Store A Assigning a station name You can assign a station name with five characters to each programme number. 1 MENU 2 3 4 Select S E T U P. OK Select M a n u a l T u n i n g. OK Select N a m e.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL PROGRAMME EDIT When a programme number is skipped, it means that you will be unable to select it using P viewing. button during TV If you wish to select the skipped programme, directly enter the programme number with the NUMBER buttons or select it in the Programme edit menu. This function enables you to skip the stored programmes.
This function enables you to delete or skip the stored programmes. You can also move some channels and use other programme numbers. Deleting a programme A 1 Select a programme number to be deleted. • The selected programme is deleted, all the following programmes are shifted up one position. 2 RED Turn the deleted programme number to RED. RED Release the deleted programme. Auto sorting a programme A 1 GREEN A Start Auto Sort. • After activating Auto Sort once, you can no longer edit programmes.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL SELECTING THE PROGRAMME LIST You can check which programmes are stored in the memory by displaying the programme list. Programme List 1 C 01 1 C 02 1 C 03 WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL Exit A Displaying programme list 1 Display the Programme List. LIST A 2 Select a programme. OK Switch to the chosen programme number. Paging through a programme list 1 P 40 have been set up to be skipped by auto programming or in the programme edit mode.
FAVOURITE PROGRAMME SETUP A Selecting favourite programme Favorite programmes is a convenient feature that lets you quickly scan up to programmes of your choice without having to wait for the TV to scan through all the in-between programmes. To tune to a favorite programme, press the F A V(Favorite)button repeatedly. 1 Q.Menu P or P A G E 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Select your desired programme. 0 16:9 Picture Mode Vivid Sound Mode Standard 2Q. MENU Select F a v o u r i t e.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL INPUT LIST 1 Select the input source. OK TV AV1 WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL HDMI3 AV2 AV3 HDMI2 HDMI1 Except 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ3*** • Only 42/50PQ1*** TV AV1 HDMI AV2 • You can also adjust INPUT menu. (Only 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) Only 42/50PQ1*** INPUT Move OK INPUT TV TV AV1 AV1 AV2 AV2 AV3 HDMI Move OK Component RGB HDMI1 HDMI2 • T V : Select it when watching the TV.
(Except 42/50PQ1***) This function operates only with devices with the SIMPLINK logo. Please check the SIMPLINK logo. The product might not function properly when using it with other products with HDMI-CEC function. This allows you to control and play other AV devices connected to the display through HDMI cable without additional cables and settings.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL SIMPLINK Functions Disc playback Control connected AV devices by pressing the / / / , OK, G, A, l l, FF and GG buttons. Direct Play After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media without additional settings. Select AV device Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to the TV and operate it. WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL 44 Power off all devices When you switch off the TV, all connected devices are turned off.
Connecting to Home Theater with the SIMPLINK logo. Y AV V1 AV V2 1 HDMI IN PR 2 L 2 3 RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) R RGB(PC) 1 ANTENNA IN 2 Select Home Theater in the Speaker menu by pushing the S I M P L I N K button. When you select or operate a media device with home theater function, the speaker automatically switches to home theater speaker (HT speaker).
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL INPUT LABEL Selects a label for each input source.
AV MODE You can select the optimal images and sounds when connecting AV devices to external input. Off Cinema Sport Game Off Cinema Game Sport Press the AV MODE button repeatedly to select the desired source. WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL 1AV MODE Disables the AV MODE. Optimizes video and audio for watching movies. Optimizes video and audio for watching sports events. Optimizes video and audio for playing games.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL KEY LOCK The TV can be set so that the remote control is required to control it. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing. This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off.
INITIALIZING (RESET TO ORIGINAL FACTORY SETTINGS) Use to quickly reset all the menu options to their original factory preset values. This function deletes all TV programmes. When the I n i t i a l S e t t i n g is completed, you must restart the Initializing setup.
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) When connecting a USB device When you connect a USB device, this pop up menu is displayed, automatically. In USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete the existing folder. ■ Here shown may differ from your TV. 1 Connect the USB device to the U S B IN jacks on the side of TV. • This TV Supports on JPEG and MP3 and SD Divx. (Only 42/50PQ6***) • This TV Supports on JPEG and MP3.
! NOTE ■ G Image shown may differ from your TV. In order to avoid losing the USB memory stick, use the USB connector(sold separately) to fix the USB memory stick to the USB connector holder of the TV. USB connector holder USB Input Port USB Connector (sold separately) - Fix the one end of the USB connector to the USB memory stick and the other end to the USB connector holder. PHOTO LIST The On Screen Display may be different from your TV. Images are an example to assist with the TV operation.
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) Photo Selection and PopUp Menu PHOTO LIST Page 2/3 No Marked Up Folder Drive1 KY107 2009/11/11 KY101 2009/11/11 KY108 2009/11/11 KY102 2009/11/11 KY109 2009/11/11 KY103 2009/11/11 KY110 2009/11/11 KY104 2009/11/11 KY111 2009/11/11 KY105 2009/11/11 KY112 2009/11/11 2009/11/11 KY113 KY101 Drive1 1366x768, 125KB Up Folder Navigation KY106 Option Page Change P MARK 2009/11/11 Mark Exit TO USE THE USB DEV
Set up the menu in Full-Sized Screen You can change the settings to display photos stored on a USB device, on a full-sized screen. Detailed operations are available on full-sized photo view screen.
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) 6 OK Select the Slideshow , B G M, D e l e t e , Option or H i d e (Rotate), • Use 1/17 Slideshow BGM Delete Option Hide button to select the previous or next photo. • Use button to select and control the menu on the full-sized screen. TO USE THE USB DEVICE G S l i d e s h o w : When no picture is selected, all photos in the current folder are displayed during slide show.
MUSIC LIST Purchased music files(*.MP3) may contain copyright restrictions. Playback of these files may not be supported by this model. Music file on your USB device can be played by this unit. The On Screen Display may be different from your TV. Images are an example to assist with the TV operation. MUSIC (*.MP3) supporting file Bit rate : 32k ~ 320kbps Sampling rate MPEG1 layer 3: 32k ~ 48kHz TO USE THE USB DEVICE Screen Components 1 MENU 2 Select U S B. OK OK Select Music List.
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) Music Selection and PopUp Menu As shown , up to 6 music titles are listed per page. MUSIC LIST Page 2/3 No Marked Duration Title Music Up Folder P l a y (During stop) : Play the selected music titles. Once a music finished playing, the next selected one will be played. When there are no selected music titles to play, the next one in the current folder will be played. G P l a y M a r k e d : Play the selected music titles.
■ If you don't press any button for a while during the playing, the play information box (as shown in the below) will float as a screen saver. ■ The ‘Screen Saver’? Screen saver is to prevent screen pixel damage due to an fixed image remaining on the screen for a extended period of time. When music is playing, is displayed in back of the music title. G A damaged or corrupted music does not play but displays 00:00 in playtime.
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) MOVIE LIST (Only 42/50PQ6***) The movie list is activated once USB is detected. It is used when playing movie files on TV. Displays the movies in the USB folder and supports Play. Allows playback of all movies in the folder and user desired files. Video editing is not supported but files can be deleted. It is a movie list that displays folder information and Divx file. Supports up to four drives. TO USE THE USB DEVICE MOVIE(*.avi/*.
Screen Components 1 MENU 2 OK Select U S B. OK Select Movie List. 2 Moves to upper level folder 2 Current page/Total pages 3 Total number of marked movie title 4 Corresponding buttons on the remote control MOVIE LIST Page 2/3 No Marked Movie Title Duration Up Folder 720x576, 120KB 1 Up Folder Navigation Option P Page Change MARK Mark Exit 4 TO USE THE USB DEVICE 1 3 ! NOTE G G G A DivX movie file and its subtitle file must be located in the same folder.
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) Movie Selection and PopUp Menu As shown , up to 6 movie titles are listed per page.
DivX Audio Language & Subtitle Language Picture Size F Full Screen Subtitle Language --- Audio Language 1/1 Subtitle --- . Language Subtitle Language Null .
TO USE THE USB DEVICE (Except 42/50PQ1***, 42/50PQ2***, 42/50PQ301*) DIVX REGISTRATION CODE (Only 42/50PQ6***) Confirm the DivX registration code number of the TV. Using the registration number, movies can be rented or purchased at www.divx.com/vod. With a DivX registration code from other TV, playback of rented or purchased DivX file is not allowed. (Only DivX files matched with the registration code of the purchased TV are playable.
DEACTIVATION (Only 42/50PQ6***) Delete the existing authentication information to receive a new DivX user authentication for TV. Once this function is executed, a DivX user authentication is required again to see DivX DRM files. USB Move OK USB Photo List Photo List Music List Music List Movie List Movie List DivX Reg. Code Deactivation Deactivation DivX Reg. Code Deactivation Deactivation Move OK DivX(R) Video On Demand i Do you want to deactivate your device? 1 MENU No Select U S B.
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL You can watch the screen in various picture formats; 1 6 : 9, J u s t S c a n, O r i g i n a l, 4 : 3, 1 4 : 9, Z o o m and C i n e m a Z o o m 1. If a fixed image is displayed on the screen for a long time, that fixed image may become imprinted on the screen and remain visible. 1Q. MENU Select A s p e c t R a t i o. • You can also adjust Aspect Ratio in the P I C- T U R E or Q. Menu menu. 2 Select the desired picture format.
• 14:9 You can view a picture format of 14:9 or a general TV programme in the 14:9 mode. The 14:9 screen is viewed in the same way as in 4:3, but is magnified to the left and right. • Cinema Zoom1 Choose Cinema Zoom when you wish the picture to be altered, both horizontally extended and vertically cropped. The picture adopting a compromise between alteration and screen coverage. The adjustment range is 1-16.
PICTURE CONTROL ENERGY SAVING POWER SAVING (Only 42/50PQ1*** ) This function allows you to reduce the power consumption of the TV. It reduces the plasma display’s power consumption. The default factory setting complies with the Energy Star requirements and is adjusted to the comfortable level to be viewed at home. You can increase the brightness of your screen by adjusting the Energy Saving level or by setting the Picture Mode.
PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode-Preset Vivid Standard Cinema Sport Game Strengthen the contrast, brightness, colour and sharpness for vivid picture. The most general screen display status. Optimizes video for watching movies. Optimizes video for watching sports events. Optimizes video for playing games.
PICTURE CONTROL Auto Colour Tone Control (Warm/Medium/Cool) Choose one of three automatic colour adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colours such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colours with more blue.
MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Picture Mode-User option • Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark levels in the picture. • Brightness Increases or decreases the amount of white in the picture. • Sharpness Adjusts the level of crispness in the edges between the light and dark areas of the picture. The lower the level, the softer the image. • Colour Adjusts intensity of all colours. • Tint Adjusts the balance between red and green levels.
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY Dynamic Contrast(Off/Low/High) Adjusts the contrast to keep it at the best level according to the brightness of the screen. The resolution of gradation is improved by making bright parts brighter and dark parts darker. This feature refers to dynamic contrast, and enhances the feeling of presence that contrast controls are intended to give by using dimming and other input signals.
ADVANCED - BLACK(DARKNESS) LEVEL Makes dark parts on the screen look darker. This function works in the following mode: TV, AV, COMPONENT or HDMI.
PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED - FILM MODE Makes video clips recorded in film look more natural. This feature operates only in TV, AV and Component 480i/576i mode.
PICTURE RESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. PICTURE Move PICTURE OK E 100 • Contrast 100 • Brightness 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 70 • Sharpness 70 • Colour 70 • Tint 0 i R R 0 G • Advanced Control • Picture Reset Screen • Colour 70 Resetting video configuration... • Tint G • Advanced Control • Picture Reset Screen PICTURE CONTROL 1 MENU OK E • Contrast Move Select P I C T U R E. 2 OK Select P i c t u r e R e s e t.
PICTURE CONTROL IMAGE STICKING MINIMIZATION (ISM) METHOD A frozen or still picture from a PC/Video game displayed on the screen for prolonged periods will result in a ghost image remaining even when you change the image. Avoid allowing a fixed image to remain on the screen for prolonged periods. Normal If image sticking is never a problem, ISM is not necessary - set to Normal. White Wash White wash removes permanent images from the screen.
DEMO MODE Use it to see the difference between XD Demo on and XD Demo off. OPTION Move OPTION OK Menu Language : English Menu Language : English Country : Austria Country : Austria Input Label OK Input Label SIMPLINK : On SIMPLINK : On Key Lock : Off Key Lock : Off Set ID :1 Set ID :1 ISM Method Demo Mode Mode Demo : Normal Off :: Off ISM Method DemoMode Mode Demo Off : :Off E : Normal E XD ON Off On XD OFF PICTURE CONTROL 1 MENU Move Select O P T I O N.
PICTURE CONTROL MODE SETTING We recommend setting the TV to “Home Use” mode for the best picture in your home environment. “Store Demo” mode is an optimal setting for displaying at stores. Mode Setting OPTION Move OK E Input Label SIMPLINK Selecting the environment. Choose the setting mode you want. : On Key Lock : Off Set ID :1 ISM Method : Normal Demo Mode : Off Mode Setting Setting Mode Home Use Use :: Home Store Demo Home Use Select [Home Use] to use this TV at home.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER Auto Volume automatically remains on the same level of volume if you change programmes. Because each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, volume adjustment may be needed every time the channel is changed. This feature allows users to enjoy stable volume levels by making automatic adjustments for each programme.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL PRESET SOUND SETTINGS-SOUND MODE You can select your preferred sound setting; S t a n d a r d, M u s i c, C i n e m a, S p o r t or G a m e and you can also adjust T r e b l e, B a s s. Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any Special adjustment as the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the programme content. S t a n d a r d, M u s i c, C i n e m a, S p o r t and G a m e are preset for optimum sound quality at the factory.
SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT -USER MODE Adjusting the audio equalizer.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL CLEAR VOICE II By differentiating the human sound range from others, it helps users listen to human voices better.
BALANCE You can adjust the sound balance of the speakers to preferred levels. AUDIO Move Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice II : Off • Level 30L Balance Sound Mode OK R : Standard OK Clear Voice II : Off • Level Balance Sound Mode 30L : Standard OK + R Balance • SRS TruSurround XT : Off • SRS TruSurround XT : Off • Treble 50 • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Bass 50 0 F L R Close E Select A U D I O. Select B a l a n c e.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. AUDIO Move OK AUDIO Move E Balance Sound Mode 3- + 0L R : Standard • Level Balance Sound Mode • SRS TruSurround XT : Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 i 1 MENU SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 2 OK : On 3- + 0L R : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT : Off Resetting sound mode configuration...
TV SPEAKERS ON/ OFF SETUP You can adjust the TV internal speaker status. In A V, C o m p o n e n t, R G B and H D M I with HDMI to DVI cable, the TV speaker can be operational even when there is no video signal. If you wish to use an external Hi-Fi system, turn off the TV internal speakers.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL I/II Stereo/Dual Reception When a programme is selected, the sound information for the station appears with the programme number and station name. 1Q. MENU 2 SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 84 Select A U D I O. Select the sound output. Broadcast On Screen Display Mono MONO Stereo STEREO Dual DUAL I, DUAL II, DUAL I+II A Mono sound selection If the stereo signal is weak in stereo reception, you can switch to mono. In mono reception, the clarity of sound is improved.
NICAM Reception If the TV is equipped with a receiver for NICAM reception, high quality NICAM (Near Instantaneous Companding Audio Multiplex) digital sound can be received. Sound output can be selected according to the type of broadcast received. 1 When NICAM mono is received, you can select N I C A M M O N O. 2 When NICAM stereo is received, you can select N I C A M M O N O or N I C A M S T E R E O.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENU LANGUAGE / COUNTRY SELECTION The installation guide menu appears on the TV screen when it is switched on for the first time. 1 OK Select your desired language. OK Select your country. 2 * If you want to change Language/ Country selection 1 MENU Select O P T I O N. 2 OK Select M e n u L a n g u a g e or C o u n t r y. OK Select your desired language or country. 3 SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 4 OK Save.
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETUP You must set the time correctly before using on/off timer function. If current time setting is erased by a power failure or the TV is unplugged, reset the clock. TIME Move OK 1 MENU TIME Move Clock Clock Clock Clock Off Time : Off Off Time : Off On Time : Off On Time : Off Sleep Timer : Off Sleep Timer : Off OK Hour 16 Minute 09 Close Select T I M E. TIME SETTING 2 OK Select C l o c k. 3 OK Select H o u r or M i n u t e.
TIME SETTING AUTO ON/OFF TIMER SETTING The Off time function automatically switches the TV to standby at a preset time. Two hours after the TV is switched on by the on time function it will automatically switch back to standby mode unless a button has been pressed. The Off time function overrides the On timer function if both are set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the On timer to work.
SLEEP TIMER SETTING You do not have to remember to switch the TV off before you go to sleep. The sleep timer automatically switches the TV to standby after the preset time has elapsed. 1Q. MENU 2 Select S l e e p T i m e r. Select O f f, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 6 0, 9 0, 1 2 0, 1 8 0 or 2 4 0 M i n. • When you switch the TV off, the preset sleep timer is cancelled. • You can also adjust S l e e p T i m e r in the T I M E menu.
TELETEXT This feature is not available in all countries. Teletext is a free service broadcast by most TV stations which gives up-to-the-minute information on news, weather, television programmes, share prices and many other topics. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 5 6 7 The teletext decoder of this TV can support the SIMPLE, TOP and FASTEXT systems. SIMPLE (standard teletext) consists of a number of pages which are selected by directly entering the corresponding page number.
FASTEXT The teletext pages are colour coded along the bottom of the screen and are selected by pressing the corresponding coloured button. A Page selection 1 2 3 4 Press the T . O P T button and then use button to select i menu. Display the index page. You can select the pages which are colour coded along the bottom line with corresponding coloured buttons. AS with SIMPLE teletext mode, you can select a page by entering its three digit page number with the NUMBER buttons in FASTEXT mode.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING The TV does not operate properly. A The remote control does not work Power is suddenly turned off A A A A A Check to see if there is any object between the TV and the remote control causing an obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -). Install new batteries. Is the sleep timer set? Check the power control settings. Has the Power supply been interrupted.
The audio function does not work. A Picture OK & No sound A A A No output from one of the speakers + or - button. Press the Sound muted? Press MUTE button. Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. Are the audio cables installed properly? A Adjust B a l a n c e in menu option. Unusual sound from inside the TV A A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise when the TV is switched on or off and does not indicate a fault with the TV.
APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can prolong the life of your new TV. Caution: Be sure to switch the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen 1 A good way to keep the dust off your screen for a while is to wet a soft cloth in a mixture of lukewarm water and a little fabric softener or dish washing detergent. Wring the cloth until it is almost dry, and then use it to wipe the screen.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODELS Dimensions with stand (Width x Height x Depth) without stand Weight with stand without stand Power requirement Power Consumption 42PQ1*** 50PQ1*** 42PQ100R-ZA 50PQ100R-ZA 1031.2 x 720.9 x 308.0 mm 40.5 x 28.3 x 12.1 inches 1216.7 x 818.1 x 353.0 mm 47.9 x 32.2 x 13.8 inches 1031.2 x 656.7 x 80.8mm 40.5 x 25.8 x 3.1 inches 1216.7 x 759.0 x 83.0 mm 47.9 x 29.8 x 3.2 inches 24.3 kg / 53.5 lbs 22.2 kg / 48.9 lbs 33.7 kg / 74.2 lbs 31.2 kg/ 68.
APPENDIX MODELS Dimensions with stand (Width x Height x Depth) without stand with stand Weight without stand Power requirement Power Consumption MODELS Dimensions with stand (Width x Height x Depth) without stand Weight with stand without stand Power requirement Power Consumption 50PQ2*** 50PQ200R-ZA 50PQ210R-ZD 50PQ220R-ZB 1031.2 x 720.9 x 308.0 mm 40.5 x 28.3 x 12.1 inches 1216.7 x 818.1 x 353.0 mm 47.9 x 32.2 x 13.8 inches 1031.2 x 656.7 x 80.8mm 40.5 x 25.8 x 3.1 inches 1216.7 x 759.
MODELS Dimensions with stand (Width x Height x Depth) without stand Weight with stand without stand Power requirement Power Consumption 42PQ6*** 50PQ6*** 42PQ600R-ZA 50PQ600R-ZA 1040.8 x 725.8 x 308.0 mm 40.9 x 28.5 x 12.1 inches 1228.8 x 824.6 x 353.0 mm 48.3 x 32.4 x 13.8 inches 1040.8 x 669.2 x 76.8 mm 40.9 x 26.3 x 3.0 inches 1228.8 x 772 x 78.9 mm 48.3 x 30.39 x 3.1 inches 25.3 kg / 55.7 lbs 23.3 kg / 51.3 lbs 35.0 kg / 77.1lbs 32.5 kg / 71.
APPENDIX Code (Hexa) Function 95 08 0B 79 45 43 07 06 40 41 44 28 30 02 03 00 01 1E 09 10 ~19 53 1A 72 71 63 61 20 21 7E 65 0E 8E ENERGY SAVING, POWER SAVING POWER INPUT RATIO Q.MENU MENU OK( ) RETURN AV MODE + P P FAV MUTE Number Key 0~9 LIST Q.VIEW RED Key GREEN Key YELLOW Key BLUE Key / I I TEXT T.OPT(T.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C Setup Connect the RS-232C (serial port) input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) to control the product’s functions externally. Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the product back panel. RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) Note: RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the product. In USB mode, it doesn’t support RS-232C function. Type of Connector; D-Sub 9-Pin Male No.
APPENDIX Set ID Use this function to specify a set ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping’. G p. 104 OPTION Move OK OPTION : English Menu Language : English Country : Austria Country : Austria Input Label 2 OK 3 OK OK Input Label SIMPLINK : On SIMPLINK : On Key Lock : Off Set Set ID ID :: 11 Key Lock SetID ID Set : Off F : :11 ISM Method : Normal ISM Method : Normal Demo Mode : Off Demo Mode : Off 1 G Close E E 1 MENU Move Menu Language Select O P T I O N.
Communication Parameters Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) A Data length : 8 bits A Parity : None Stop bit : 1 bit Communication code : ASCII code A Use a crossed (reverse) cable. A A A Command Reference List COMMAND1 COMMAND2 DATA (Hexadecimal) a 00 ~ 01 k c Refer to p.102 k d 04. Volume Mute k e 05. Volume Control k f 01. Power k 02. Aspect Ratio 03. Screen Mute COMMAND1 COMMAND2 00 ~ 03 k r 00 ~ 64 k s 00 ~ 64 k 15. Treble 16. Bass 00 ~ 01 17.
APPENDIX 0 5 . Volume Control (Command: k f) 0 1 . Power (Command: k a) To control Power On/Off of the TV. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00 : Power Off Data 01 : Power On Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] To show Power On/Off. To adjust volume. You can also adjust volume with the volume buttons on remote control. Transmission [k][f][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 00 ~ Max : 64 Refer to ‘Real data mapping 1 ’. See page 104.
10. Sharpness (Command: k k) 15. Treble (Command: k r) To adjust the screen sharpness. To adjust treble. You can also adjust sharpness in the PICTURE menu. Transmission [k][k][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [k][r][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min: 00 ~ Max: 64 Data Min: 00 ~ Max: 64 Refer to ‘Real data mapping 1’. See page 104. Refer to ‘Real data mapping 1’. See page 104. Acknowledgement [r][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] Acknowledgement [k][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 16.
APPENDIX 18. ISM Method (Command: j p) To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. Transmission [j][p][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] MSB 0 LSB 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Orbiter White Wash Normal Colour Wash 7 6 5 1 4 0 3 2 1 0 Function 0 0 1 0 Orbiter 0 1 0 0 White Wash 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Colour Wash Normal Data 02: Orbiter Data 04: White Wash Data 08: Normal Data 20: Colour Wash * More two kinds of function can not be set at a time.
21 . Tune Command / Channel Tuning (Command: m a) Tune Channel to following Physical number.
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