LCD TV OWNER’S MANUAL 37LG50 42LG50 47LG50 52LG50 42LG50DC 47LG50DC 52LG50DC 42LG55 47LG55 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 label attached on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer when you require service. P/NO : SAC30708033 (0810-REV03) www.lgusa.com / www.lg.
WARNING / CAUTION WARNING / CAUTION To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. 1 2 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 7 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 8 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4 11 Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm. 12 When mounting a TV on the wall, make sure not to install the TV by the hanging power and signal cables on the back of the TV. 13 Do not allow an impact shock or any objects to fall into the product, and do not drop onto the screen with something.
20 ANTENNAS Outdoor antenna grounding If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits as death or serious injury can occur. Be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 FEATURE OF THIS TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 PREPARATION Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Front Panel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Back Panel Information . . . . . . . .
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL APPENDIX Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Clear Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 TV Speakers On/Off Setup . .
FEATURE OF THIS TV is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby “and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. CALIBRATE LIKE A PRO: Sophisticated and detailed calibrations can be made through the ISFccc mode. Detailed calibration requires a licensed technician. Please contact your local dealer to inquire about an ISF certified technician.
PREPARATION ACCESSORIES TV PO ST Q. MEN B U MEN U RE TU RN AV VO 1 L FA V CH MU TE 2 4 E ER DV D A G MO DE P 3 5 7 W VC IN R PU T EN TE R 6 8 9 0 FLASH BK 1.5V 1.5V Copyright© 2007 LGE, All Rights Reserved. Owner’s Manual Remote Control, Batteries CD Manual PREPARATION Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. The accessories included may differ from the images below.
PREPARATION FRONT PANEL INFORMATION PREPARATION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. ■ NOTE: If your TV has a protection tape attached, remove the tape. And then wipe the TV with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is included with your TV, use it). CH Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the set is switched on. (Can be adjusted using P o w e r I n d i c a t o r in the OPTION menu. G p.
Image shown may differ from your TV. PREPARATION R ■ R BACK PANEL INFORMATION 5 ANTENNA/ CABLE IN 3 6 USB IN 11 10 REMOTE CONTROL IN HDMI/DVI IN 1 COAXIAL RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) AUDIO OUT 7 8 2 1 AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT IN AV IN 1 2 OPTICAL VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO (RGB/DVI) RGB(PC) 1 HDMI IN 3 4 RGB IN 9 S-VIDEO VIDEO (MONO) AUDIO ( 1 (Except 42/47/52LG50DC) 9 ) AV IN 2 2 1 HDMI/DVI IN, HDMI IN Digital Connection.
PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. INSTALLATION (Only 37/42LG5*) DETACHMENT PREPARATION 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. 2 Assemble the parts of the S T A N D B O D Y with C O V E R B A S E of the TV. 2 Loose the bolts from TV. 3 Detach the stand from TV.
VESA WALL MOUNTING A PREPARATION Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to a wall. LG recommends that wall mounting be performed by a qualified professional installer.
PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. PREPARATION 1 Connect the cables as necessary. To connect additional equipment, see the EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section. Secure the power cable with the PROTECTIVE BRACKET and the screw as shown. It will help prevent the power cable from being removed by accident. PROTECTIVE BRACKET (This feature is not available for all models.) 2 Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP as shown.
DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches CAUTION 4 inches G G PREPARATION 4 inches Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations. Do not mount near or above any type of heat source. SWIVEL STAND 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.
PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND ■ PREPARATION ■ You should purchase necessary components to prevent TV from falling off of the stand. Image shown may differ 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.
■ To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. R ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION PREPARATION 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. For optimum picture quality, adjust the antenna direction if needed.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ■ To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if you do receive digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Component Connection 1.
HDMI Connection 1 Connect the digital set-top box to H D M I / D V I I N 1, 2 , or 3 * jack on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. RGB IN HDMI/DVI IN 2 2 Y PB PR 1 1 2. How to use A (RG RGB(PC) VIDEO COMPONENT Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box.) ■ Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the I N P U T button on the remote control.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1 Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the H D M I / D V I I N 1, 2 , or 3 * jack on the TV. 2 Connect the PC audio output to the A U D I O ( R G B / D V I ) jack on the TV. RGB IN Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box.) ■ Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the I N P U T button on the remote control.
DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect 2 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 1 jacks on the TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). Y PB PR L 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 1 jacks on the TV. 1 ■ ■ ■ 2 RGB IN 2. How to use ■ R AUDIO (RGB/DVI) RGB(PC) Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP S-Video Connection 1. How to connect 1 2 Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the A U D I O input jacks on the TV. S-VIDEO ■ ■ ■ Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD. Select the A V 1 input source on the TV using the I N P U T button on the remote control. Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. L R ANTENNA/ CABLE IN 2.
VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. ■ If the 4:3 picture format is used; the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen. This phenomenon is common to all TVs and is not covered by warranty. ■ 1. How to connect 1 Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR to the A N T E N N A / C A B L E I N socket on the TV.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection ANT IN S-VIDEO ANT OUT OUTPUT SWITCH VIDEO L R 1. How to connect V I D E O jacks between TV and Connect the A U D I O/V VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 1 2. How to use Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner’s manual.) ■ Select the A V 1 input source on the TV using the I N P U T button on the remote control.
OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP Camcorder 1. How to connect ■ ■ ■ Select the A V 2 input source on the TV using the I N P U T button on the remote control. If connected to A V I N 1 input, select the A V 1 input source on the TV. Operate the corresponding external equipment. USB IN L HDMI IN 3 2. How to use VIDEO 1 R EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP V I D E O jacks Connect the A U D I O/V between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. RGB IN VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1. How to connect AUDIO (RGB/DVI) RGB(PC) REMOT CONTROL DVI IN ( 2 1 Connect the VGA output of the PC to the R G B ( P C) jack on the TV. Y PB PR L R 1 AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT IN 2 Connect the PC audio output to the A U D I O ( R G B / D V I ) jack on the TV. 1 2 2.
! NOTES To get the the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to 1920x1080. G Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. G In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness. If noise is present, change the PC output to another resolution, change the refresh rate to another rate or adjust the brightness and contrast on the PICTURE menu until the picture is clear.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Selecting Resolution You can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The P o s i t i o n, P h a s e, and S i z e can also be adjusted. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PICTURE SCREEN Enter Move MENU Prev. E • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0 R • Advanced Control • Reset Resolution Auto config. Position G Screen (RGB-PC) Size Phase Reset 1 MENU 2 Select P I C T U R E. ENTER Select S c r e e n ( R G B - P C ).
Auto Configure Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC. Move SCREEN Enter Move MENU Prev. E • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0 R • Advanced Control • Reset Resolution Auto config. G Position G Screen (RGB-PC) Size To Set Yes No Phase Reset 1 MENU 2 Select P I C T U R E.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Adjustment for screen Position, Size, and Phase PICTURE Move SCREEN Enter Move MENU Prev. E EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP If the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0 R • Advanced Control • Reset Resolution Auto config.
Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns P o s i t i o n, S i z e, and P h a s e to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. Move SCREEN Enter E • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0 R • Advanced Control • Reset Move Resolution Auto config. Position G To Set Yes Size Phase Screen (RGB-PC) Reset 1 MENU 2 Select S c r e e n ( R G B - P C ). ENTER Select R e s e t. 4 ENTER No G Select P I C T U R E.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP USB CONNECTION 1. How to connect 2. How to use ■ After connecting the U S B I N jack, you use the USB function. (G p .48) USB IN HDMI IN 3 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 32 Connect the USB device to the U S B I N jack on the side of TV.
AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV’s audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. Analog GB/DVI) 1. How to connect 2 Set the “TV Speaker option - Off” in the AUDIO menu. (G p . 7 3). See the external audio equipment instruction manual for operation. L R AV IN 1 Connect audio outputs to the TV’s AUDIO OUT jacks. AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN S-VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO R 1 Digital L 1.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. TV/STB/DVD/VCR Select the remote operating mode: TV, STB, DVD, or VCR. POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on the mode. POWER STB Q. MENU MENU DVD VCR INPUT WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Q.MENU Select the desired quick menu source. G p.37 MENU Displays the main menu.
THUMBSTICK Navigate the on-screen menus and adjust the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. AV MODE It helps you select and set images and sounds. G p.45 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to TV. When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menu appears at the screen. G p.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL TURNING ON THE TV First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. ■ In standby mode to turn TV on, press the ) button , INPUT, CH ( 9 ) buton the TV or press the POWER, INPUT, CH( or ), Number (0~9 ton on the remote control. 1 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL 2 Select the viewing source by using the INPUT button on the remote control. ■ This TV is programmed to remember which power state it was last set to, even if the power cord is out.
QUICK MENU / FAVORITE CHANNEL SETUP Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Favorite Channle Setup 1 CH or 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Select your desired channel. 0 2Q. MENU 3 4Q. MENU ■ Select D e l / A d d / F a v. Select F a v o r i t e. Return to TV viewing. To tune to a favorite channel, press the F A V (Favorite) button repeatedly.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INITIAL SETTING This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when purchasing the TV. It will be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be activated from the user menus. ■ ■ H o m e”. We recommend setting the TV to “H H o m e” mode for the best picture in your Default selection is “H home environment.
ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL SETUP Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Run Auto Tuning again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL Move Enter Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Press ‘Yes’ button to begin auto tuning. Yes No 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select C H A N N E L.
Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) If selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quality of the signal being received. CHANNEL Move Enter CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter DTV F G Select channel type and RF-channel number. Channel 2 DTV 2-1 Bad Normal Good Delete Close 1 MENU 2 Select C H A N N E L. WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Select M a n u a l T u n i n g.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL SETUP Channel Editing A custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or off with ENTER button. The channels in the Custom List are displayed in black and the channels deleted from the Custom List are displayed in gray. Once a channel is highlighted you can add or delete the channel by referring to the small window at the topright corner of the screen.
INPUT LIST Only these input signals which are connected to a TV can be activated and selected. Antenna ENTER AV1 AV2 Component1 Select the desired input source. You can also select the desired input source in the I N P U T menu. ■ Antenna Cable HDMI3 AV1 AV2 HDMI2 Component1 HDMI1 Component2 RGB-PC Except 42/47/52LG50DC WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL 1 INPUT Cable Disconnected inputs are inactive (grayed out) Antenna Cable AV1 AV2 Q.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INPUT LABEL You can set a label for each input source when it's not in use.
AV MODE You can select the optimal images and sounds. 2 Cinema Game Sport Press the A V M O D E button repeatedly to select the desired source. ENTER ■ ■ C i n e m a” in AV mode, If you select “C C i n e m a will be selected both for “PICTURE menu - Picture Mode” and “AUDIO menu - Sound Mode” respectively. O f f” in AV mode, the If you select “O P i c t u r e M o d e S o u n d M o d e” “P ” and “S return to previous selected value.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL This function operates only with devices with the logo. The TV 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 with HDMI cable without additional cables and settings. To start using SIMPLINK, turn it on in the user menus.
SIMPLINK Functions D i r e c t P l a y : After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media without additional settings. ■ S e l e c t A V d e v i c e : Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to TV. ■ D i s c p l a y b a c k : Control connected AV devices by pressing the , ENTER, G, A, l l, FF and GG buttons. ■ P o w e r o f f a l l d e v i c e s : When you power off the TV, all connected devices are turned off.
USB ENTRY MODES When you connect a USB device, this screen is displayed automatically. In USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete the existing folder. 1 Connect the USB device to the U S B IN jacks on the side of TV. ■ USB IN ■ When removing the USB device USB Select the U S B E j e c t menu before removing the USB device. 2 Select P h o t o L i s t or M u s i c L i s t. Photo List 3 It doesn’t support USB HDD This TV supports JPG and MP3. Music List 1Q.
PHOTO LIST You can view .JPG files from USB storage devices. The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported photo file: *.JPG ■ ■ You can play JPG files only. Only baseline scan is supported among JPG. USB Screen Components 1 MENU Select U S B.
USB Photo Selection and Popup Menu Photo List USB Device Page 2/3 Drive1 JMJ001 Upper USB 1366x768, 125KB Upper Move Drive1 JMJ001 Upper Move 1 KY103 03/30/2008 06/10/2008 KY104 06/19/2008 KY102 04/03/2008 KY105 01/31/2008 JMJ001 01/01/2000 JMJ005 05/13/2008 JMJ002 06/15/2008 JMJ006 05/26/2008 JMJ003 04/03/2008 JMJ007 02/18/2008 JMJ004 02/18/2008 JMJ008 02/18/2008 Move Page FAV Mark RETURN Exit USB Device Page 2/3 No Marked Upper 125KB Free Space 150MB KY101 Pop
Full Screen Menu You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in full screen mode.
USB 6 ENTER (Rotate), Select the Side Show, D e l e t e, Option, or Hide. ■ 1/17 Slide Show G Delete Option Hide Use button to select the previous or next photo. ■ Use button to select and control the menu on the full-sized screen. USB S l i d e S h o w: Selected photos are displayed during the slide show. If no photo is selected, all photos in the current folder are displayed during slide show. ■ Set the time interval of the slide show in O p t i o n.
MUSIC LIST You can use the Music List menu to play MP3 files form a USB storage device. This TV cannot play back copy-protected files. The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. USB Supported music file: *.MP3 Bit rate range 40Kbps ~ 320Kbps • Sampling rate (Sampling Frequency) MPEG1 : 32000, 44100, 48000Hz MPEG2 : 16000, 24000, 22050Hz MPEG2.5 : 16 ~ 48KHz Screen Components 1 MENU 2 Select U S B. ENTER Select M u s i c L i s t.
USB Music Selection and Popup Menu Up to 6 music titles are listed per page.
■ The play information box (as shown below) will automatically move across the screen when there is no user input to prevent a fixed image remaining on the screen for a extended period of time. USB ! NOTE G G G G G When music is playing, is displayed in front of the music play time. A damaged or corrupted music file that does not play displays 00:00 as the play time. Music files with copy-protection will not play. Press E N T E R, A , or R E T U R N button to stop the screen saver.
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL This feature lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV. ■ RGB-PC input source use 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio. ! NOTE G If a fixed image is displayed on the screen for a long time, the image could become imprinted on the screen and remain visible. This phenomenon is common to all manufacturers and is not covered by warranty.
Set by program Zoom 1 Selects the proper picture proportion to match the source’s image. Choose Zoom 1 when you want to view the picture without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. (4:3 (16:9 4:3) 16:9) Zoom 2 4:3 Choose 4:3 when you want to view a picture with an original 4:3 aspect ratio. PICTURE CONTROL Choose Zoom 2 when you want the picture to be altered, both vertically extended and cropped.
PICTURE CONTROL PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode - Preset There are factory presets for picture settings available in the user menus. You can use a preset, change each setting manually, or use the Intelligent Sensor. PICTURE PICTURE Enter PICTURE CONTROL G 1 MENU E Select P I C T U R E. ■ ENTER Select P i c t u r e M o d e. ■ ENTER Select I n t e l l i g e n t S e n s o r, V i v i d, S t a n d a r d, C i n e m a, S p o r t, or G a m e. ■ 3 4RETURN MENU Return to the previous menu.
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.
PICTURE CONTROL MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Picture Mode - User Mode Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. P i c t u r e M o d e - I n t e l l i g e n t S e n s o r”. This feature is disable in “P Enter E G E PICTURE CONTROL 1 MENU Select P I C T U R E. 2 3 ENTER Select P i c t u r e M o d e. ENTER Select V i v i d, S t a n d a r d, C i n e m a, S p o r t, or G a m e.
Picture Mode - Expert Control By segmenting categories, E x p e r t 1 and E x p e r t 2 provide more categories which users can set as they see fit, offering the optimal picture quality for users.
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY Fresh Contrast: Optimizes the contrast automatically according to the brightness of the reflection. Fresh Color: Adjusts the color of the reflection automatically to reproduce as close as possible natural colors. Noise Reduction: Removes interference up to the point where it does not damage the original picture. Gamma: High gamma values display whitish images and low gamma values display high contrast images.
ADVANCED CONTROL - BLACK (DARKNESS) LEVEL Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This feature is disabled in DTV and RGB-PC mode.
PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED CONTROL - EYE CARE Dims extremely bright pictures. P i c t u r e M o d e - V i v i d, C i n e m a”.
ADVANCED CONTROL - REAL CINEMA Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. When you operate Real Cinema (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 only in TV (Analog TV/CATV, Digital DTV/CADTV), AV1, AV2, Component 480i/1080i, and HDMI 1080i mode. This TV ouputs 48Hz in DTV, Component, and HDMI 1080p (24Hz).
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE RESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. Move PICTURE Enter Move E • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0 R • Advanced Control • Reset Screen (RGB-PC) PICTURE CONTROL 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select P I C T U R E. Select R e s e t. 3 ENTER 4 MENU 66 Initialize the adjusted value. Return to TV viewing.
POWER INDICATOR OPTION Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Caption Set ID Power Indicator Initial Setting Move Enter : English : On : Off : Off :1 : Home OPTION Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Caption Set ID Power Indicator Initial Setting Move Enter : English : On : Off : Off :1 : Home Standby Light F Off G On Power Light Close 2 PICTURE CONTROL 1 MENU Select O P T I O N. ■ ENTER Select P o w e r I n d i c a t o r.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER (AUTO VOLUME) Auto Volume makes sure that the volume level remains consistent whether you are watching a commercial or a regular TV program. AUDIO Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode TV Speaker SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 1 MENU 2 ENTER 0 ENTER MENU L : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset : On Select A U D I O. Select A u t o V o l u m e. 3 4RETURN 68 Move AUDIO Enter : Off : On Select O n or O f f.
PRESET SOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE) Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment as the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program 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 and are not adjustable.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER MODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode 1 MENU 2 SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 3 ENTER Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode R TV Speaker Select A U D I O. 5 Select S o u n d M o d e. 6RETURN Select 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. ENTER Select T r e b l e or B a s s.
CLEAR VOICE By differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. AUDIO Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode TV Speaker 2 AUDIO Enter : Off : On 0 L : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset : On R Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode TV Speaker Select A U D I O. ■ ENTER Select C l e a r V o i c e. ■ ENTER Select O n or O f f. 3 4RETURN MENU Return to the previous menu.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. TV Speaker SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 1 MENU 2 ENTER : Off : On 0 L : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset : On R Select A U D I O. Select B a l a n c e. 3 ENTER 4RETURN MENU 72 Enter Make appropriate adjustments. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUP Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. AUDIO Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode TV Speaker Move AUDIO Enter : Off : On 0 L : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset : On R Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode TV Speaker Move Enter : Off : On 0 L : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset Off : On R On 2 Select A U D I O. ENTER Select T V S p e a k e r. ENTER Select O n or O f f.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. AUDIO Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode TV Speaker SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 1 MENU 2 ENTER 0 L : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset : On Select A U D I O. Select R e s e t. 3 ENTER 4 MENU 74 Move AUDIO Enter : Off : On Initialize the adjusted value. Return to TV viewing.
STEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUP For Analog only: This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accompanies the stereo program if the station transmits an additional sound signal. Mono sound is automatically used if the broadcast is only in Mono. Q.Menu Aspect Ratio 16:9 Backlight 3 Off Clear Voice Picture Mode Vivid Sound Mode Standard Off Caption Multi Audio F G Off Sleep Timer CH English Del/Add/Fav Add USB Eject Eject Close 1Q.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUDIO LANGUAGE Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station. This feature operates only in DTV/CADTV mode. OPTION Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Caption Set ID Power Indicator Initial Setting SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL 1 MENU 2 Move Enter : English : On : Off : Off :1 : Home Select O P T I O N. ENTER Select L a n g u a g e. ENTER Select A u d i o.
ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. OPTION Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Caption Set ID Power Indicator Initial Setting 2 Enter : English : On : Off : Off :1 : Home Select O P T I O N. ENTER Select L a n g u a g e. ENTER Select M e n u.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL CAPTION MODE Analog Broadcasting System Captions Caption must be provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information if provided on a program. Analog caption displays information at any position on the screen and is usually the program's dialog. Caption/Text, if provided by the broadcaster, would be available for both digital and analog channels on the Antenna/Cable.
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. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set On.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL Caption Option Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set On.
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETTING Auto Clock Setup The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. The digital channel signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station. Set the clock manually if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.
TIME SETTING Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually. TIME Clock Off Time On Time Sleep Timer Auto Sleep Move Enter : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM : Off : Off : Off : Off TIME Clock Off Time On Time Sleep Timer Auto Sleep Move Enter F : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM : Off Year : Off Month : Off : Off Date Manual 2008 2 21 Hour 2 AM Minute 10 Eastern Time Zone Daylight Saving Auto Close 1 MENU 2 TIME SETTING ENTER Select C l o c k. ENTER Select M a n u a l.
AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTING This function operates only if the current time has been set. The O f f T i m e function overrides the O n T i m e function if they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the O n T i m e to work. If you do not press any button within 2 hours after the TV turns on with the O n T i m e function, the TV will automatically revert to standby mode.
TIME SETTING SLEEP TIMER SETTING The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. TIME Clock Off Time On Time Sleep Timer Auto Sleep Move Enter : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM : Off : Off : Off : Off TIME Move Clock Off Time On Time Sleep Timer Auto Sleep Enter : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM : Off : Off F : Off : Off Off G Close 1 MENU 2 ENTER TIME SETTING 3 Select S l e e p T i m e r. ■ ENTER 4RETURN MENU 84 Select T I M E.
AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING TV will be automatically turned off, in case of no signal for 10 minutes. TIME Clock Off Time On Time Sleep Timer Auto Sleep Move Enter : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM : Off : Off : Off : Off TIME Clock Off Time On Time Sleep Timer Auto Sleep Move Enter : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM : Off : Off : Off Off : Off On TV will be automatically turned off, in case of No Signal for 10 minutes. 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select T I M E. Select A u t o S l e e p. ENTER 4RETURN MENU Select O n or O f f.
PARENTAL CONTROL / 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. It is also possible to block all program viewing for a time period. To use this function, the following must be done : 1.
Lock System Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block 1 MENU 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ENTER LOCK Move Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block Enter Off On Select L O C K. Input the password. 0 Select L o c k S y s t e m.
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block 1 MENU 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ENTER Select L O C K. Input the password. 0 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING 88 3 Select S e t p a s s w o r d. 4 ENTER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 5RETURN MENU 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. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block Block/Unblock 1 MENU 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ENTER Move CH Move Page MENU Previous RETURN Exit Select L O C K. Input the password. 0 Select B l o c k C h a n n e l. 4 ENTER Select a channel to block or unblock.
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS MOVIE & TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) - For USA only Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limits specified, 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. Keep in mind that the movie ratings limit only applies to movies shown on TV, not TV programs, such as soap operas.
TV Rating Children - For USA only Prevents children from watching certain children's TV programs, according to 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 General - For USA only Based on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you and your family do not want to view.
TV Rating English - For CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel TV Rating-English TV Rating-French Downloadable Rating Input Block LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Blocking off : Permits all programs Block Channel TV Rating-English E TV Rating-French C Downloadable Rating C8+ Input Block G PG 14+ 18+ Blocking Off 1 MENU 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ENTER Select L O C K. ■ Input the password.
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating French - For CANADA only Selecting canadian french language rating system.
DOWNLOADABLE RATING This function may become available in the future and will be available only for digital channels. This function operates only when TV has received Region5 Rating data.
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input.
KEY LOCK The TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by locking out the front panel controls. This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off. OPTION Language Move Enter : English Input Label ENTER : On SIMPLINK : On Off : Off Key Lock : Off On Caption : Off Caption : Off Set ID :1 Set ID :1 Power Indicator : Home Initial Setting Select Key Lock.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING The operation does not work normally. 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. ■ Install new batteries.
The audio function does not work. Press the VOL or VOLUME button. ■ Sound muted? Press MUTE button. ■ Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. ■ Are the audio cables installed properly? ■ Picture OK & No sound No output from one of the speakers ■ Adjust Balance in menu option. ■ A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise when the product is turned on or off and does not indicate a fault with the product.
APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here’s a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while. Wet a soft cloth in a mixture of lukewarm water and a little fabric softener or dish washing detergent. Wring the cloth until it’s almost dry, and then use it to wipe the screen.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 36.8 x 26.9 x 11.5 inches 936.4 x 685.4 x 293.4 mm 42LG50 (42LG50-UG) 42LG50DC (42LG50DC-UG) 42LG55 (42LG55-UE) 40.7 x 28.9 x 11.5 inches 1034.0 x 735.0 x 294.0 mm Without stand 36.8 x 24.1 x 3.4 inches 936.4 x 612.8 x 88.0 mm 40.7 x 26.1 x 3.5 inches 1034.0 x 663.0 x 91.0 mm With stand Without stand 40.3 pounds / 18.3 kg 34.3 pounds / 15.6 kg 54.0 pounds / 24.5 kg 48.5 pounds / 22.
APPENDIX PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL 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 APPENDIX 102 1 Testing your remote control.
Remote Control Code VCR Brand AIWA AKAI Codes Codes Brand MAGNAVOX 031 067 012 069 101 027 031 003 033 101 045 013 013 049 151 034 024 012 048 043 053 066 133 SAMSUNG 043 046 124 146 MARANTZ 033 023 037 031 103 039 043 129 033 MARTA MATSUI MEI MEMOREX 040 033 007 108 116 135 041 010 064 110 111 117 119 MGA MINOLTA MITSUBISHI 023 039 043 053 017 031 037 131 008 025 034 046 138 009 033 109 136 012 018 063 033 033 013 066 063 072 144 147 031 050 150 034 048 012 106 027 035 101 153 010 045
APPENDIX HDSTB Brand Codes ALPHASTAR DSR AMPLICA BIRDVIEW CHANNEL MASTER 123 050 051 013 036 CHAPARRAL 008 CITOH 054 CURTIS MATHES 050 DRAKE 005 011 141 DX ANTENNA 024 ECHOSTAR 038 093 097 122 ELECTRO HOME 089 EUROPLUS 114 FUJITSU 017 133 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 003 031 HITACHI 139 APPENDIX 104 Brand 126 129 014 015 018 055 009 012 077 145 006 007 010 052 112 116 046 040 094 098 056 057 095 099 076 058 096 100 021 022 027 134 004 016 029 059 101 140 Codes HOUSTON TRACKER 033 057 HUGHES 068 JANIEL 06
IR CODES 1. How to Connect ■ Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. 2. Remote Control IR Codes ■ Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.
APPENDIX (Hexa) Code Function Note 08 POWER Remote control Button (Power On/Off) D6 45 Q.
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-232C control hardware and software. The instructions below are provided to help with programming software or to test functionality using telenet software.
APPENDIX RS-232C Configurations Either cable below can be used. 7-Wire Configuration (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) RXD TXD GND DTR DSR RTS CTS PC TV 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 3 2 5 6 4 8 7 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 TXD RXD GND DSR DTR CTS RTS 3-Wire Configurations (Not standard) PC TV 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 3 2 5 6 4 7 8 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 RXD TXD GND DTR DSR RTS CTS TXD RXD GND DTR DSR RTS CTS Set ID Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping1’. G p.111.
Command Reference List COMMAND1 COMMAND2 01. Power 02. Input Select 03. Aspect Ratio 04. Screen Mute 05. Volume Mute 06. Volume Control 07. Contrast 08. Brightness 09. Color 10. Tint 11. Sharpness 12. OSD Select 13. Remote Control Lock Mode k x k k k k k k k k k k a b c d e f g h i j k l 00 ~ 01 (G p.110) (G p.110) 00 ~ 01 00 ~ 01 00 ~ 64 00 ~ 64 00 ~ 64 00 ~ 64 00 ~ 64 00 ~ 64 00 ~ 01 k m 00 ~ 01 COMMAND1 COMMAND2 19. Channel Tuning DATA (Hexadecimal) m a COMMAND1 COMMAND2 14. Treble 15.
APPENDIX 01. Power (Command: k a) 05. Volume Mute (Command: k e) To control Power On/Off of the TV. To control volume mute on/off. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on remote control.
09. Color (Command: k i) 14. Treble (Command: k r) To adjust screen color. To adjust treble. You can also adjust color in the PICTURE menu. You can also adjust treble in the AUDIO menu. Transmission [k][i][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [k][r][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min: 00 ~ Max: 64 (*transmit by Hexadecimal code) Data Min: 00 ~ Max: 64 (*transmit by Hexadecimal code) *Refer to ‘Real data mapping’ as shown below. *Refer to ‘Real data mapping’ as shown.
APPENDIX 18. 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 1: To set Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 19. Channel Tuning (Command: m a) To tune channel to following physical/major/minor number.
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