OWNER’S MANUAL PLASMA TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 42PA4500 50PA4500 50PA4510 42PA4900 50PA4900 P/NO : MFL67468642 (1206-REV01) 50PA5500 60PA5500 50PA6500 60PA6500 60PA6550 42PA450C 50PA450C 50PA550C 60PA550C www.lg.
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. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protect the power cord from being walked on yy or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified yy by the manufacturer. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, yy or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning - To reduce the risk of fire or yy electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain, moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV with wet hands. Do not install this product near flammable objects such as gasoline or candles, or expose the TV to direct air conditioning. Do not expose to dripping or splashing and yy do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g. on shelves above the unit).
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Dot Defect yy The Plasma or LCD panel is a high technology product with resolution of two million to six million pixels. In a very few cases, you could see fine dots on the screen while you’re viewing the TV. Those dots are deactivated pixels and do not affect the performance and reliability of the TV.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For USA and Canada FCC NOTICE ENGLISH ENG This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
LICENSES / OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE 7 LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit www.lg.com. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGLISH ENG 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 28 REMOTE CONTROL 7 LICENSES 32 WATCHING TV 7 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE 32 Turning the TV on for the first time 33 Using the user guide 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 Installation Procedure 35 SPECIFICATIONS 9 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 9 11 13 14 15 15 16 16 17 18 Unpacking Optional Extras Parts and buttons Lifting and moving the TV Setting up the TV - Attaching the stand - Attaching the
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 9 Installation Procedure 1 Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. 2 Attach the stand to the TV set. 3 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. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and item.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING For PA4900 series ENERGY AV MODE INPUT TV SAVING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 LIST 0 FLASHBK MARK FAV VOL 3D CH P A G E MUTE MENU INFO Q.MENU ENTER BACK EXIT L/R SELECT FREEZE RATIO Owner’s manual, CD manual (Included Pentouch Software) Power Cord Stand Screws 4 EA, M4 x 30 (See p.15, p.16) Stand Screws 3 EA, M5 x 16 (See p.15) Polishing cloth (Depending on model) Use this to remove dust from the cabinet. Protection cover (See p.16) Cable holder (See p.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Tip The number of tip may differ depending on the model. Touch Pen Dongle 11 Charging Cable Cradle Optional Extras Touch Home AN-TP300 Touch Pen, Cradle The number of touch pen and tip may differ depending on the model. Compatibility AN-TP300 Touch Pen, Cradle PA4500 PA4510 PA4900 PA5500 PA6500 PA6550 PA450C PA550C • CAUTION Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and product life span.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING NOTE The items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model. yy Product specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to yy upgrade of product functions. How to use the ferrite core yy 1 Use the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic interference in the PC audio cable. Wind the PC audio cable on the ferrite core thrice. Place the ferrite core close to the TV.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 13 Parts and buttons Side Connection panel USB IN USB IN Screen IN 2 HDMI input Power indicator IN 3 HDMI input IN 2 USB input Remote control and intelligent1 sensors (For PA4500, PA4510, PA450C series) (For PA4900, PA5500, PA6500, PA6550, PA550C series) Speakers OK Buttons REMOTE CONTROL IN RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) COMPONENT IN VIDEO AV IN L/MONO AUDIO R RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 2 Y PB PR L ANTENNA/ CABLE IN R 1
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size. When transporting a large TV, there should yy be at least 2 people. When transporting the TV by hand, hold the yy TV as shown in the following illustration. Caution Avoid touching the screen at all times, as yy this may result in damage to the screen.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 15 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. 1 3 EA M5 x 16 Stand Body Front Stand Base Caution When attaching the stand to the TV yy set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Attaching the protection cover Tidying cables 1 Remove the stand before installing the TV 1 Install the power cord holder and power cord. on a wall mount by performing the stand attachment in reverse. After removing the stand, push the supplied protection cover into the opening at the bottom of the TV until it locks in place. This will protect the opening from accumulating dust and dirt. It will help prevent the power cable from being removed by accident.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table 17 Securing the TV to a wall (For PA4900 series) 1 Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. - Leave a 10 cm (4 inch) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. 10 cm (4 inch) 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 2 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. 1 Insert and tighten the eye-bolts on the back of the TV. Do not place the TV near or on sources yy of heat, as this may result in fire or other damage.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a wall Caution Attach an optional wall mount bracket at the rear of the TV carefully and install the wall mount bracket on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When you attach the TV to other building materials, please contact qualified personnel. LG recommends that wall mounting be performed by a qualified professional installer. 10 cm (4 inch) 10 cm Disconnect the power first, and then move yy or install the TV. Otherwise electric shock may occur.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 19 MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device. For more information on 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.
MAKING CONNECTIONS This part of MAKING CONNECTIONS mainly uses picture for PA6500 series. yy 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.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 21 DVI to HDMI Connection Transmits the digital video signal from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the DVI-HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration. To transmit an audio signal, connect an audio cable.
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 cause the image to display in black and white or with yy distorted color. Check to ensure the cables are matched with the corresponding color connection.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 23 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 yyIf you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the TV.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC NOTE It is recommended to use the TV with the HDMI connection for the best image quality. yy Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. yy In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or yy brightness.
1 1 IN / DVI IN / DVI MAKING CONNECTIONS 25 IN 2 㶌⸬ (ARC) Method B: DVI to HDMI Connection IN 1 / DVI AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) (*Not Provided) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) (*Not Provided) $8',2 287 '9, 287 $8',2 287 ENG ENGLISH PC Method C: RGB Connection RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) (*Not Provided) (*Not Provided) $8',2 287 5*% 287 3& 5*% 287 3& $8',2 287 '9, 287 PC
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an Audio System 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 yy to off. Digital Optical Audio Connection Transmits the digital audio signal from the TV to an external device. Connect the external device and the TV with the optical audio cable as shown in the following illustration.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 27 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 and access the My media menu to use various multimedia files.
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 and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse. or CAUTION Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control.
REMOTE CONTROL ENERGY SETTINGS Accesses the main menu. POWER TV SAVING AV MODE INFO RATIO 29 Q. MENU Accesses the quick menu. INPUT FLASHBK Navigation buttons (up/down/left/right) Scrolls through menus or options. OK ꔉ Selects menus or options and confirms your input. ꕣ (BACK) Returns to the previous level. EXIT ꕯ Clears all on-screen displays and returns to TV viewing. LIST SETTINGS Q.MENU VOL Adjusts the volume level.
REMOTE CONTROL For 50PA4500, 50PA4510, 50PA450C, PA4900, PA5500, PA6500, PA6550, PA550C series RATIO INPUT ENERGY POWER Turns the TV on or off. TV TV SAVING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 FLASHBK LIST RATIO Resizes an image. INPUT Changes the input source; Turns the TV on. ꕊ ENERGY SAVING Adjusts the brightness of the screen to reduce energy consumption. FAV ENGLISH ENG VOL INFO CH MUTE SETTINGS AV MODE Q.MENU OK EXIT Returns to the last TV channel.
REMOTE CONTROL RATIO INPUT ENERGY VOL Adjusts the volume level. SAVING FAV Accesses your favorite channel list.; Selects a menu or option. TV 1 2 3 INFO Views the information of the current program and screen. 4 5 6 MUTE Mutes all sounds. 7 8 9 ^ CH v, 0 FLASHBK LIST PAGE CH: Scrolls through the saved channels. PAGE: Moves to the previous or next screen. FAV INFO CH MUTE SETTINGS AV MODE Q.MENU P A G E SETTINGS Accesses the main menu. AV MODE Selects an AV mode. Q.
WATCHING TV WATCHING TV Turning the TV on for the first time When you turn the TV on for the first time, the Initial setting screen appears. Select a language and customize the basic settings. 1 Connect the power cord to a power outlet. 2 In Standby mode, press the power button on 4 When the basic settings are complete, press OK. NOTE If you do not complete the Initial setting, yy it will appear whenever the TV turns on.
USING THE USER GUIDE 33 USING THE USER GUIdE User Guide allows you to more easily access the detailed TV information. User Guide 1 OPTION > To set language SETTINGS OPTION Language 1 Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. You can select the language of the menu displayed on the screen and digital sound broadcasting. yy Menu Language : Selects a language for the display text.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING General Problem Solution Cannot control the TV with the remote control. yyCheck the remote control sensor on the product and try again. yyCheck if there is any obstacle between the product and the remote control. to ). yyCheck if the batteries are still working and properly installed ( to , No image display and no sound is produced. yyCheck if the product is turned on. yyCheck if the power cord is connected to a wall outlet.
SPECIFICATIONS 35 SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
SPECIFICATIONS 42PA450C (42PA450C-UM) 50PA450C (50PA450C-UM) With stand 983.6 mm x 655.0 mm x 246.7 mm (38.7 inch x 25.7 inch x 9.7 inch) 1168.0 mm x 758.0 mm x 297.0 mm (45.9 inch x 29.8 inch x 11.6 inch) Without stand 983.6 mm x 601.3 mm x 58.0 mm (38.7 inch x 23.6 inch x 2.2 inch) 1168.0 mm x 704.0 mm x 53.0 mm (45.9 inch x 27.7 inch x 2.0 inch) MODELS Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight With stand 20.6 kg (45.4 lbs) 28.2 kg (62.1 lbs) Without stand 19.0 kg (41.8 lbs) 25.8 kg (56.8 lbs) 2.
SPECIFICATIONS RGB (PC), HDMI (PC) supported mode Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency (KHz) Frequency (Hz) Component port connecting information Component ports on the TV Y PB PR 720x400 31.469 70.08 640x350 31.468 70.09 Y PB PR Y B-Y R-Y Y Cb Cr Y Pb Pr 640x480 31.469 59.94 800x600 37.879 60.31 1024x768 48.363 60.00 1360x768 47.712 60.015 1280x1024 HDMI-PC 63.981 60.02 1920x1080 67.5 60.
MAINTENANCE 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 yy disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. When the TV is left unattended and unused yy for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.
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 yy The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat panel displays are popular purchases. However, flat panel displays are not always supported on the proper stands or installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and/or one side of the TV. Record it below should you ever need service. MODEL SERIAL LG Customer Information Center For inquires or comments, visit www.lg.com or call; 1-800-243-0000 1-888-865-3026 1-888-542-2623 USA, Consumer User USA, Commercial User CANADA Register your product Online! www.lg.
OWNER’S MANUAL EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. www.lg.
2 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP IR CODES (Depending on model) How to Connect Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. Remote Control IR Codes Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Code (Hexa) Function (POWER) Note Code (Hexa) Function Note Remote control Button (Power On/Off) 0F TV Remote control Button DC 3D Remote control Button 42 Q.
4 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 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. Type of connector; D-Sub 9-Pin Male 1 Note RS-232C on this TV is intended to be used yy with third party RS-232C control hardware and software.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C configurations Set ID Set ID number. 7-Wire Configuration (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) PC RXD X OPTION TV 2 3 • Language TXD • Caption : Off • ISM Method : Normal TXD 3 2 RXD GND 5 5 GND DTR 4 6 DSR DSR 6 4 DTR RTS 7 8 CTS 1 Press SETTINGS to access the main menu.
6 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters Stop bit: 1 bit yy Communication code: ASCII code yy Use a crossed (reverse) cable. yy Baud rate: 9600 bps (UART) yy Data length: 8 bits yy Parity : None yy Command reference list 01. Power COMMAND1 COMMAND2 DATA (Hexadecimal) k a 00 - 01 COMMAND1 COMMAND2 DATA (Hexadecimal) 14. Balance k t 00 - 64 x t (See p.9) ENGLISH ENG 02. Input Select x b (See p.8) 15. 3D (For 3D TV) 03. Aspect Ratio k c (See p.8) 16.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 7 Transmission / Receiving protocol Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command 1] : First command to control the set.(j, k, m or x) [Command 2] : Second command to control the set. [Set ID] : You can adjust the set ID to choose desired set ID number in Option menu. Adjustment range is 1~ 99. When selecting Set ID ‘0’, every connected the set is controlled.
8 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 01. Power (Command: k a) To control Power On/Off of the set. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00: Power Off Data 01: Power On Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] * In a like manner, if other functions transmit ‘FF’ data based on this format, Acknowledgement data feedback presents status about each function. * Note: In this model, set will send the Acknowledge after power on processing completion.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 12. OSD Select (Command: k l) To select OSD (On Screen Display) on/off. Transmission [k][l][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00: OSD off Data 01: OSD on Acknowledgement [l][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 13. Remote Control Lock Mode (Command: k m) To lock the remote control and the front panel controls on the set.
10 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 01: Minimum 02: Medium 03: Maximum 04: Intelligent Sensor 05: Screen off Acknowledgement [q][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 20. Auto Configuration (Command: j u) To adjust picture position and minimize image shaking automatically. Auto configuration only works in RGB-PC mode. Transmission [ j ][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 01: To set Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 21.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 11 * Table List (Channel Tuning) 7 Main/Sub Picture 6 Two/One Part Channel 5 Using Physical Channel 4 Reserved 3 2 1 0 Step 0 Main 0 Two 0 Use x 0 0 0 0 NTSC Air 1 Sub 1 One 1 No Use x 0 0 0 1 NTSC Cable x 0 0 1 0 ATSC Air x 0 0 1 1 ATSC Cable_std x 0 1 0 0 ATSC Cable_hrc x 0 1 0 1 ATSC Cable_irc x 0 1 1 0 ATSC cable_auto x 0 1 1 1 Reserved x x x x x ...
