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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.ca

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  • Page 1: Back Panel Information

    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.ca...

  • Page 2: Warning / Caution

    This reminder is provided to call the CATV system Do not attempt to modify this product in any way installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National without written authorization from LG Electronics. Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for Unauthorized modification could void the user’s...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience Keep these instructions. receptacles, and the point where they exit from Heed all warnings. the apparatus. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never touch this apparatus or antenna during WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electrical a thunder or lighting storm. shock, do not expose this product to rain, moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV with wet hands.
  • Page 5 A A N N T T E E N N N N A A S S M M o o v v i i n n g g O O u u t t d d o o o o r r a a n n t t e e n n n n a a g g r r o o u u n n d d i i n n g g Make sure the product is turned off, unplugged and all cables have been removed.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION Channel Setup ......- Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) ......SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
  • Page 7 SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL APPENDIX Troubleshooting Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) ..........

  • Page 8: Feature Of This Tv

    FEATURE OF THIS TV Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. “ Dolby “and the double-D symbol are trademarks of TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under Dolby Laboratories. license from SRS Labs, Inc. CALIBRATE LIKE A PRO: Sophisticated and detailed calibrations can be made through the ISFccc mode.

  • Page 9: Preparation

    PREPARATION 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. The accessories included may differ from the images below. 1.5V 1.5V Copyright© 2007 LGE, All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 10: Front Panel Information

    PREPARATION FRONT PANEL INFORMATION 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). CHANNEL ( Buttons Intelligent Sensor...

  • Page 11: Back Panel Information 1

    BACK PANEL INFORMATION Image shown may differ from your TV. ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RGB IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (Except AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL IN 42/47/52LG50DC) (RGB/DVI) HDMI/DVI IN RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO MONO...

  • Page 12: Stand Instruction

    PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION Image shown may differ from your TV. INSTALLATION ( DETACHMENT Only 37/42LG5*) Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cush- Carefully place the TV screen side down on a ioned surface to protect the screen from damage. cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage.

  • Page 13: Vesa Wall Mounting

    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.

  • Page 14: Cable Management

    PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT Image shown may differ from your TV. 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.

  • Page 15: Desktop Pedestal Installation

    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 4 inches 4 inches Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations. CAUTION Do not mount near or above any type of heat source.

  • Page 16: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Prevent Falling When The Tv Is Used On A Stand

    PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND 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.

  • Page 17: Antenna Or Cable Connection

    To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 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. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments Wall (Connect to wall antenna socket)

  • Page 18: External Equipment Setup

    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.
  • Page 19 HDMI Connection 1. How to connect RGB IN Connect the digital set-top box to H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 , RGB(PC) 2 2 , or 3 3 * jack on the TV. HDMI/DVI IN No separate audio connection is necessary.
  • Page 20 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to RGB IN AUDIO REMO the H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 , 2 2 , or 3 3 * jack on the TV. RGB(PC) CONTRO (RGB/DVI)

  • Page 21: Dvd Setup

    DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the DVD to the C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I N N V V I I D D E E O O 1 1 jacks on the TV. Match the jack colors ( Y = green, P = red ) .
  • Page 22 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP S-Video Connection 1. How to connect AUDIO Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S-VIDEO S S - - V V I I D D E E O O input on the TV. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the A A U U D D I I O O input jacks on the TV.

  • Page 23: Vcr Setup

    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.
  • Page 24 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection ANT IN S-VIDEO VIDEO 1. How to connect Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and ANT OUT OUTPUT SWITCH...

  • Page 25: Other A/V Source Setup

    OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP Camcorder 1. How to connect Video Game Set Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors.

  • Page 26: Pc Setup

    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 AUDIO REMOT RGB(PC) CONTROL (RGB/DVI) DVI IN 1. How to connect Connect the VGA output of the PC to the R R G G B B ( ( P P C C ) ) jack on the TV.
  • Page 27 NOTES To get the the best picture quality, adjust the PC Avoid keeping a fixed image on the screen for a graphics card to 1920x1080. long period of time. The fixed image could become permanently imprinted on the screen. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use.

  • Page 28: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Selecting Resolution You can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The P P o o s s i i t t i i o o n n , P P h h a a s s e e , and S S i i z z e e can also be adjusted. PICTURE SCREEN Move...
  • Page 29 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. PICTURE SCREEN Move Enter Move Prev. MENU •...
  • Page 30 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Adjustment for screen Position, Size, and Phase 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. SCREEN PICTURE Move Prev.
  • Page 31 Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns P P o o s s i i t t i i o o n n , S S i i z z e e , and P P h h a a s s e e to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.

  • Page 32: Usb Connection

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP USB CONNECTION 1. How to connect Connect the USB device to the U U S S B B I I N N jack on the side of TV. (Except 42/47/52LG50DC) 2. How to use After connecting the U U S S B B I I N N jack, you use the USB function. p p .

  • Page 33: Audio Out Connection

    AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV’s audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. Analog GB/DVI) 1. How to connect RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) Connect audio outputs to the TV’s A A U U D D I I O O O O U U T T jacks. AUDIO VIDEO L AUDIO...

  • Page 34: Watching Tv / Channel Control

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. POWER 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 INPUT Q.

  • Page 35: Installing Batteries

    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. See a list of AV devices connected to TV. SIMPLINK When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menu appears at the screen.

  • Page 36: Turning On The Tv

    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 I I N N P P U U T T C C H H ( ( button P P O O W W E E R R...

  • Page 37: Quick Menu / Favorite Channel Setup

    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. A A s s p p e e c c t t R R a a t t i i o o : Selects your desired picture format. Favorite Channle Setup B B a a c c k k l l i i g g h h t t : Adjust the brightness of LCD panel to control the brightness of the screen.

  • Page 38: Initial Setting

    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.

  • Page 39: On-Screen Menus Selection

    ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. CHANNEL PICTURE AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Move Enter Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Auto Tuning Auto Volume : Off Picture Mode : Standard Manual Tuning Clear Voice : On...

  • Page 40: Channel Setup

    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. CHANNEL CHANNEL Move Enter...

  • Page 41: Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning)

    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 CHANNEL Move Move Enter Enter Auto Tuning Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Channel Edit...

  • Page 42: Channel Editing

    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 top- right corner of the screen.

  • Page 43: Input List

    INPUT LIST Only these input signals which are connected to a TV can be activated and selected. Antenna Cable Component1 INPUT ENTER Select the desired input source. You can also select the desired input source in the I I N N P P U U T T menu. Antenna Cable Component1...

  • Page 44: Input Label

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INPUT LABEL You can set a label for each input source when it's not in use. OPTION OPTION Move Enter Move Enter Language : English Language : English Input Label Input Label SIMPLINK : On SIMPLINK : On Key Lock...

  • Page 45: Av Mode

    AV MODE You can select the optimal images and sounds. Cinema Game Sport AV MODE Press the A A V V M M O O D D E E button repeatedly to select the desired source. ENTER If you select “C C i i n n e e m m a a ” in AV mode, C C i i n n e e m m a a will be selected both for “PIC- TURE menu - Picture Mode”...

  • Page 46: Simplink

    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.
  • Page 47 SIMPLINK Functions D D i i r r e e c c t t P P l l a a y y : : After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media with- out additional settings.

  • Page 48: 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. Connect the USB device to the U U S S B B I I N N jacks on the side of TV.

  • Page 49: Photo List

    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. Screen Components MENU ENTER...
  • Page 50 Photo Selection and Popup Menu USB Device Photo List Page 2/3 No Marked Free Space 150MB Drive1 Upper KY103 03/30/2008 JMJ001 KY101 KY104 06/10/2008 06/19/2008 KY102 KY105 04/03/2008 01/31/2008 JMJ001 JMJ005 01/01/2000 05/13/2008 JMJ002 JMJ006 06/15/2008 05/26/2008 1366 768, 125KB JMJ003 JMJ007 04/03/2008...

  • Page 51: Screen Mode

    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 Device Photo List Page 2/3 No Marked Free Space 150MB Drive1 Upper KY103 03/30/2008 JMJ001 KY101 KY104 06/10/2008...
  • Page 52 Select the S S i i d d e e S S h h o o w w , ( ( R R o o t t a a t t e e ) ) , ENTER D D e e l l e e t t e e , O O p p t t i i o o n n , or H H i i d d e e . . button to select the previous or next photo.

  • Page 53: Music List

    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. Supported music file: * .MP3 Bit rate range 40Kbps ~ 320Kbps •...
  • Page 54 Music Selection and Popup Menu Up to 6 music titles are listed per page. USB Device Music List Page 1/1 No Marked Free Space 150MB Drive1 Title Play Time Arirang Upper Arirang 04:12 Good Bye 05:30 P P l l a a y y (During stop): Play the selected music. 3945 KB, 128 Kbps Once a song finishes playing, the next selected Upper...
  • Page 55 The play information box (as shown below) will automatically move across the screen when there is no user input to pre- vent a fixed image remaining on the screen for a extended period of time. NOTE When music is playing, is displayed in front of the music play time.

  • Page 56: Picture Control

    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 If a fixed image is displayed on the screen for a long time, the image could become imprinted on the screen and remain visible.
  • Page 57 Set by program Zoom 1 Selects the proper picture proportion to match Choose Zoom 1 when you want to view the pic- the source’s image. ture without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. (4:3 4:3) (16:9...

  • Page 58: Preset Picture Settings

    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 Move Enter Move Enter Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Aspect Ratio : 16:9...

  • Page 59: Color Tone - Preset

    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 PICTURE Move Enter Move Enter • Backlight •...

  • Page 60: Manual Picture Adjustment

    PICTURE CONTROL MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Picture Mode - User Mode Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. This feature is disable in “P P i i c c t t u u r r e e M M o o d d e e - - I I n n t t e e l l l l i i g g e e n n t t S S e e n n s s o o r r ”. PICTURE Move Enter...

  • Page 61: Picture Mode - Expert Control

    Picture Mode - Expert Control By segmenting categories, E E x x p p e e r r t t 1 1 and E E x x p p e e r r t t 2 2 provide more categories which users can set as they see fit, offering the optimal picture quality for users.

  • Page 62: Picture Improvement Technology

    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.

  • Page 63: Advanced Control - Black (Darkness) Level

    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 PICTURE Move Enter Move Enter Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Picture Mode : Standard Picture Mode : Standard...

  • Page 64: Advanced Control - Eye Care

    PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED CONTROL - EYE CARE Dims extremely bright pictures. This feature is disabled in “P P i i c c t t u u r r e e M M o o d d e e - - V V i i v v i i d d , C C i i n n e e m m a a ”. PICTURE PICTURE Move...

  • Page 65: Advanced Control - Real Cinema

    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.

  • Page 66: Picture Reset

    PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE RESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. PICTURE PICTURE Move Enter Move Enter • Backlight • Backlight • Contrast • Contrast • Brightness • Brightness Resetting video configuration... • Sharpness • Sharpness •...

  • Page 67: Power Indicator

    POWER INDICATOR OPTION OPTION Move Enter Move Enter Language : English Language : English Input Label Input Label SIMPLINK : On SIMPLINK : On Key Lock : Off Key Lock : Off Caption : Off Caption : Off Set ID Set ID Power Indicator Power Indicator...

  • Page 68: Sound & Language Control

    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 AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice...

  • Page 69: Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode)

    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 S t t a a n n d d a a r r d d , M M u u s s i i c c , C C i i n n e e m m a a , S S p p o o r r t t , and G G a a m m e e are preset for optimum sound quality at the factory and are not adjustable.

  • Page 70: Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER MODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice : On Clear Voice : On Balance Balance...

  • Page 71: Clear Voice

    CLEAR VOICE By differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice : On Clear Voice : On Balance Balance Sound Mode : Standard...

  • Page 72: Balance

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice : On Clear Voice : On Balance Balance Balance...

  • Page 73: Tv Speakers On/Off Setup

    TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUP Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice : On Clear Voice : On Balance Balance Sound Mode : Standard Sound Mode : Standard...

  • Page 74: Audio Reset

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. AUDIO AUDIO Move Move Enter Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice : On Clear Voice : On Balance Balance Resetting audio configuration...

  • Page 75: Stereo/Sap Broadcast Setup

    STEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUP For Analog only: This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accom- panies 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...

  • Page 76: Audio Language

    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 OPTION Move Enter Move Enter Language : English Language : English English Menu Input Label...

  • Page 77: On-Screen Menus Language Selection

    ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. OPTION OPTION Move Enter Move Enter English Menu Language : English Language : English Input Label Input Label English Audio SIMPLINK : On SIMPLINK : On Key Lock : Off...

  • Page 78: Caption Mode

    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 cap- tioning information if provided on a program. Analog caption displays information at any position on the screen and is usually the program's dialog.

  • Page 79: Digital Broadcasting System Captions

    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. OPTION OPTION Move...

  • Page 80: Caption Option

    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. Custom OPTION OPTION Size A Standard Move Enter Move Enter Font Font 1 Language : English Language : English...

  • Page 81: Time Setting

    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 TIME Move...

  • Page 82: Manual Clock Setup

    TIME SETTING Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually. TIME TIME Move Enter Move Enter Manual Clock : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM Clock : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM Off Time : Off Off Time : Off Year 2008 On Time...

  • Page 83: Auto On/Off Time Setting

    AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTING This function operates only if the current time has been set. The O O f f f f T T i i m m e e function overrides the O O n n T T i i m m e e function if they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the O O n n T T i i m m e e to work.

  • Page 84: Sleep Timer Setting

    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 TIME Move Enter Move Enter Clock : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM Clock : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM Off Time : Off...

  • Page 85: Auto Shut-Off Setting

    AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING TV will be automatically turned off, in case of no signal for 10 minutes. TIME TIME Move Enter Move Enter Clock : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM Clock : Feb/21/2008/ 2:10 AM Off Time : Off Off Time : Off On Time : Off On Time...

  • Page 86: Parental Control / Ratings

    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 broad- casting 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.

  • Page 87: Lock System

    Lock System Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel Movie Rating Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General TV Rating-General...

  • Page 88: Set Password

    PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel Confirm Movie Rating Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-Children...

  • Page 89: Channel Blocking

    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 Move...

  • Page 90: Movie & Tv Rating

    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.
  • Page 91 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 audi- ences in the TV Rating - sub menu, your children can view those programs.
  • Page 92 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. LOCK LOCK Move Move Enter Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password...
  • Page 93 TV Rating English - For CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Blocking off : Permits all programs Block Channel Block Channel TV Rating-English TV Rating-English TV Rating-French...
  • Page 94 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating French - For CANADA only Selecting canadian french language rating system. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Blocking off : Permits all programs Block Channel Block Channel...

  • Page 95: Downloadable Rating

    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. LOCK LOCK Move Move Enter Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password...

  • Page 96: External Input Blocking

    PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel Movie Rating Movie Rating Component1 TV Rating-Children TV Rating-Children Component2...

  • Page 97: Key Lock

    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 OPTION Move...

  • Page 98: Appendix

    APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING T T h h e e o o p p e e r r a a t t i i o o n n d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k n n o o r r m m a a l l l l y y . . Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction.
  • Page 99 T T h h e e a a u u d d i i o o f f u u n n c c t t i i o o n n d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k . . Press the VOL or VOLUME button.

  • Page 100: Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 101: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 42LG50 (42LG50-UG) 37LG50 MODELS 42LG50DC (42LG50DC-UG) (37LG50-UG) 42LG55 (42LG55-UE) 36.8 x 26.9 x 1 1.5 inches 40.7 x 28.9 x 1 1.5 inches With stand Dimensions 936.4 x 685.4 x 293.4 mm 1034.0 x 735.0 x 294.0 mm...

  • Page 102: Programming The Remote Control

    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 Testing your remote control. To find out whether your remote control can operate other components without programming, turn on a component such as a STB and press the corresponding mode button (such as a S S T T B B ) on the remote con- trol, while pointing at the component.
  • Page 103 145 147 VIDEOSONIC 047 048 REALISTIC 003 008 010 014 WARDS 003 013 017 024 LG (GOLDSTAR) 001 012 013 020 031 033 034 040 031 033 034 040 101 106 1 14 123 053 054 101 053 054 131...
  • Page 104 APPENDIX HDSTB Brand Codes Brand Codes Brand Codes ALPHASTAR DSR 123 HOUSTON TRACKER 033 037 039 051 PROSAT AMPLICA 057 104 066 106 BIRDVIEW 051 126 129 HUGHES REALISTIC 043 074 CHANNEL MASTER 013 014 015 018 JANIEL 060 147 SAMSUNG 036 055 JERROLD...

  • Page 105: Ir Codes

    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 .917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 Configuration of frame 1st frame...
  • Page 106 APPENDIX Code Code Function Note Function Note (Hexa) (Hexa) POWER Remote control Button (Power On/Off) Discrete IR Code Q.MENU Remote control Button (TV Input Selection) MENU Remote control Button POWER ON Discrete IR Code INPUT Remote control Button (Only Power On) 10-19 Number Key 0-9 Remote control Button...

  • Page 107: External Control Through Rs-232C

    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.
  • Page 108 APPENDIX RS-232C Configurations Either cable below can be used. 7-Wire Configuration 3-Wire Configurations ( Serial female-female NULL modem cable ) ( Not standard ) D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 Set ID Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping1’.

  • Page 109: Command Reference List

    Command Reference List DATA DATA C C O O M M M M A A N N D D 1 1 C C O O M M M M A A N N D D 2 2 C C O O M M M M A A N N D D 1 1 C C O O M M M M A A N N D D 2 2 (Hexadecimal) (Hexadecimal) 01.
  • Page 110 APPENDIX 0 0 1 1 . . P P o o w w e e r r ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d : : k k a a ) ) 0 0 5 5 .
  • Page 111 0 0 9 9 . . C C o o l l o o r r ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d : : k k i i ) ) 1 1 4 4 .
  • Page 112 APPENDIX 1 1 8 8 . . A A u u t t o o C C o o n n f f i i g g u u r r a a t t i i o o n n ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d : : j j u u ) ) To adjust picture position and minimize image shaking automatically.
  • Page 113 Data05: Main/Sub Two/One Using Physical Step Part Channel Picture Channel Reserved Main NTSC Air No Use NTSC Cable ATSC Air ATSC Cable_std ATSC Cable_hrc ATSC Cable_irc ATSC cable_auto Reserved Reserved 2 2 0 0 . . C C h h a a n n n n e e l l A A d d d d / / D D e e l l ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d : : m m b b ) ) The table above lists the binary code which must be converted to Hexadecimal before sending.

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