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Please read this manual carefully before operating the set and retain it for future reference. LED LCD TV MODELS 42LV3700 42LV5500 32LW5700 47LV3700 47LV5500 42LW5700 55LV3700 55LV5500 47LW5700 42LV5400 42LW5600 55LW5700 47LV5400 47LW5600 55LV5400 55LW5600 P/NO : SAC34134226 (1106-REV05) LCD TV MODELS 47LW6500 55LW6500...
LICENSES 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your product. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
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AC power source even if the unit is turned off. Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Dot Defect 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.
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If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when it is turned on. This is normal, there is nothing wrong with TV. Some minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots.
- When a security code is already set - Network Status Premium Account Function - Notice LG Apps function - Registration LG Apps - Sign in with LG Apps account - Using LG Apps - Using My Apps Search Web Browser Function - Using Web Browser...
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Media Link Function - Media Link Connection - Using Media Link - Viewing Movies - Using Music Section - Using TV Program Section - Installing Plug-Ins 82 3D IMAGING (FOR 3D TV) 3D Technology - When watching 3D imaging - When using 3D Glasses - 3D Imaging Viewing Range ( Viewing 3D Imaging - Setting 3D Imaging...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 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.
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PZ750, PZ950, PZ950U series M4 x 26 M5 x 14.5 M4 x 28 Screw for assembly Screw for assembly (50PZ750/950/950U) (60PZ750/950/950U) Power cord Wireless LAN for Broadband/DLNA Adaptor (AN-WF100) (PZ950, PZ950U series) 3D Glasses (AG-S250) (Depending on model) LV3700, LV5400, LV5500, LV9500, LW5600, LW5700, LW6500, LW9800 series M4 x 12 Screw for assembly Screw for assembly...
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LK530, LK550 series M4 x 20 Screw for assembly Protection cover Composite gender cable Component gender cable NOTE ) How to use the ferrite core Plasma 1 Use the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic interference in the LAN cable. Wind the LAN cable on the ferrite core once.
Optional Extras Optional extras can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification. Contact your dealer for buying these items. These device only works with compatible LG LED LCD TV, LCD TV, or Plasma TV. Wireless Media Box (AN-WL100W)
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons PZ750, PZ950, PZ950U series CONTROL IN Touch button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input - VOL + Adjusts the volume level.
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LV5400, LV5500, LW6500 series COMPONENT WIRELESS CONTROL AV IN1 AUDIO IN RGB IN (PC) (RGB/DVI) Touch button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ...
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LW5700 series COMPONENT AUDIO IN RGB IN (PC) (RGB/DVI) Button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input - VOL + Adjusts the volume level.
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LW5600 series COMPONENT AUDIO IN RGB IN (PC) (RGB/DVI) Touch button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input - VOL + Adjusts the volume level.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LV9500, LW9800 series COMPONENT WIRELESS CONTROL AV IN1 AUDIO IN RGB IN (PC) (RGB/DVI) Touch button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ...
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LV3700 series Touch button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input - VOL + Adjusts the volume level.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LK550 series Side connection panel AV IN 2 AUDIO / VIDEO Touch button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ...
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LK530 series Side connection panel AV IN 2 AUDIO / VIDEO Button Turns the power on or off. INPUT Changes the input source. HOME Accesses the Home menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. ENTER ꔉ Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input - VOL + Adjusts the volume level.
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. CAUTION Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen.
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Secure the TV and the stand with the 4 screws. Model Screw for assembly 50PZ750, 50PZ950, M4 x 26 50PZ950U 60PZ750, 60PZ950, M4 x 28 60PZ950U CAUTION Tighten the screws firmly to prevent the TV from tilting forward. Do not over tighten.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LV3700, LV5400, LV5500, LW5600, LW5700, LW6500 series Lay the TV with the screen side down on a flat surface. CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage. Make sure no objects press against the screen.
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LV9500, LW9800 series Lay the TV with the screen side down on a flat surface. CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage. Make sure no objects press against the screen. Assemble the parts of the stand body with the stand base of the TV.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LK530, LK550 series Lay the TV with the screen side down on a flat surface. CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage. Make sure no objects press against the screen.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 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. When installing the wall mounting bracket, use the Protection cover. Protection cover...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table 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 10 cm Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. CAUTION Do not place the TV near or on sources of heat, as this may result in fire or other...
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Securing the TV to a wall (optional) Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets and bolts on the back of the TV. - If there are bolts inserted at the eye-bolts position, remove the bolts first. Mount the wall brackets with the bolts to the wall.
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 1 0 cm...
Tidying cables PZ750, PZ950, PZ950U series Install the power cord holder and power cord. - It will help prevent the power cable from being removed by accident. Gather and bind the cables with the cable holder. Install the LAN cable as shown to reduce the electromagnetic wave.
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 ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
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LIGHT ENERGY AV MODE INPUT SAVING PQRS WXYZ FLASHBK LIST MARK CHAR/NUM RATIO DELETE MUTE SMART TV Q.MENU Premium ENTER BACK EXIT INFO LIGHT ENERGY AV MODE INPUT SAVING PQRS WXYZ FLASHBK LIST MARK CHAR/NUM DELETE MUTE SMART TV 3D OPTION Q.MENU Premium ENTER...
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REMOTE CONTROL PQRS WXYZ FLASHBK LIST MARK CHAR/NUM DELETE MUTE SMART TV 3D OPTION Q.MENU Premium ENTER BACK INFO EXIT FREEZE RATIO Premium Accesses the Premium menus. Home (See p.41) Accesses the Home menu. Q. MENU (See p.47) Accesses the quick menu. 3D OPTION (for 3D TV) Used for viewing 3D video.
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AV MODE INPUT ENERGY DELETE MUTE SMART TV SAVING 3D OPTION Q.MENU Premium ENTER PQRS WXYZ FLASHBK BACK INFO EXIT LIST MARK CHAR/NUM RATIO FREEZE DELETE MUTE SMART TV RATIO Q.MENU Premium ENTER BACK INFO EXIT Color buttons These access special functions in some menus. Control buttons Controls the Premium contents, Smart Share menus, or the SIMPLINK compatible devices (USB, SIMPLINK).
REMOTE CONTROL Magic Motion Remote Control Functions LV3700, LV5400, LW5700, LK530, LK550 series: Supports the Magic Motion remote control, which is sold separately. Refer to the Magic Motion Remote Control manual for operating instructions. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. When the message “Magic motion remote control battery is low.
Registering Magic Motion Remote Control The Magic Motion Remote Control operates by pairing with your TV. Register the Magic Motion Remote Control to use How to register the Magic Motion Remote Control To register the remote control, press the ENTER button on the remote control while aiming it at your TV.
WATCHING TV WATCHING TV Connecting to an antenna or cable Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch TV while referring to the following. The illustrations may differ from the actual items and a RF cable is optional. Connecting an antenna or basic cable Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an RF cable (75 Ω).
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. Connect the power cord to a power outlet. In Standby mode, press the power button on the remote control to turn the TV on.
WATCHING TV Watching TV In Standby mode, press the power button on the remote control to turn the TV on. Press INPUT and select TV. Control the TV using the following buttons while you are watching TV. Button Description CH (^, v) Scrolls through saved channels.
Sat. Jan. 1, 2011 12:00 World Nature INPUT SETUP Search LG Apps Option Current Date, Time Channel program info Function card: You can enjoy various content files by selecting each card and you can edit the premium card by selecting 5 items.
WATCHING TV Managing channels * The Digital broadcasting (DTV, Cable DTV) is not available for Philippines. Setting up channels Storing channels To store channels automatically, Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to CHANNEL and press ENTER.
Selecting a channel on the channel list Press LIST to access the channel list. Channel List Recent Ch. List ꔊꔋChange List � Ch.Edit ꘂ Favorite List Exit Button Description Selects Channel list or Recent < > channel list. Scrolls through channel. Selects the highlighted channel to ENTER view.
Press INFO to view the information of the currently program while you are watching. The following information appears at the bottom of the screen. Channel information Program title ꔖ DTV -1 LG-HD Live Edens 1080i 10:10 11:40 This is the Live Edens segment.
Using additional options Adjusting aspect ratio Resize an image to view at its optimal size by pressing RATIO while you are watching TV. NOTE You can also change the image size by pressing Q. MENU or accessing Aspect Ratio in the PICTURE menu. The available ratio varies depending on the input source.
WATCHING TV Changing AV modes Each AV mode has optimized image and sound settings. Press AV MODE repeatedly to select an appropriate mode. Mode Description Changes to the previously customized settings Cinema or Use the optimized image and sound THX Cinema settings for the cinematic look Sport Use the optimized image and sound...
Adding an Input label Add a label to an input source so that you can easily identify a device connected to each input source. Input Label ꔌ ◀ ◀ ◀ Component1 ◀ Component2 ◀ RGB-PC ꔍ Close Press INPUT to access the input sources. Press the Green button.
After connecting the LAN port, use the Premium or LG Apps menu. To set up the network settings: (Even if your TV has already connected automatically, running setup again will not harm anything) Press Home to access the Home menu.
If you do not complete the network settings, the network may not work properly. RGB IN (PC) Connecting to a wireless network The LG Wireless LAN for Broadband/DLNA Adaptor allows the TV to connect to a wireless LAN network. The network configuration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.
ENTERTAINMENT To set up the network settings, Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to NETWORK and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to select Network Setting and press ENTER.
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WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) If your router or AP has a WPS button, it is the easiest connection method. You simply press the button on the router and then select the WPS on the TV within 120 seconds. Repeat step 1-7 on “Connecting to a wireless network”.
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For details, contact your ISP. LG is not responsible for any malfunction of the TV and/or the internet connection feature due to communication errors/malfunctions associated with your broadband internet connection, or other connected equipment.
Network Status Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to NETWORK and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to select Network Status. Press ENTER to check the network status. Option Description Return to the network setting...
ENTERTAINMENT Premium Account Function LG’s Premium technology allows you to access a variety of online services or content directly on your TV. Your TV offers instant streaming of movies, weather, videos, and photo album services with a Premium account and an Internet connection.
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LG has no control. LG may impose limits on the use of or access to certain services or content, in any case and without notice or liability. LG...
Sign out premium service. Exit Returns to TV viewing. LG Apps Moves to the LG Apps. Moves to the LG Apps you want directly. Search These functions may be not available for a certain period of Web Browser time depending on country or Media Link product model.
Sign in with LG Apps account To enjoy the LG Apps with your account, you need sign in with the LG Apps account. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press Red button to sign in. It displays the keyboard menu for entering ID and password.
My Apps. LG Apps Game Entertainment Life PAID Option Description Sign in/out Sign in or out to use the LG Apps. Search Search the LG Apps. My Apps. Move to My Apps. Back Move to the previous screen. Exit Exit the LG Apps.
Using My Apps Enter the LG Apps after sign in. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to My Apps. and press ENTER. My Apps Search LG Apps Web Browser Media Link Arrow Page 1/1 Option Description Shows the amount of used and available memories.
ENTERTAINMENT Search (This feature is not available for all country.) The search option supports LG apps and PLEX content. It will also work with some premium services that provide metadata. Connect to the network. Press Home to access the Home menu.
ENTERTAINMENT Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the desired the URL and press ENTER. Browser Home Favorites www.lg.com http://www.lg.com Clear similar URL You can browse websites on your TV. Select the browser input window to display the keyboard at the bottom of the screen.
Web Browser and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the URL and press ENTER. - You can browse a website by directly entering the URL address. History 1/1 page Browser Home www.lg.com http://www.lg.com Back Exit Clear similar URL Option Favorites History...
Viewing Visited Website List Connect to the network. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the Web Browser and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the history and press ENTER. - You can view the addresses of the websites you visited previously.
ENTERTAINMENT Smart Share Function Connecting USB storage devices Connect USB storage devices such as a USB flash drive or external hard drive to the TV and use multimedia features (See “Browsing files”). Connect a USB flash drive or USB memory card reader to the TV as shown in the following illustration.
Connecting DLNA DMP (Digital Living Network Alliance, Digital Media Player) This TV can display and play many types of movie, photo and music files from your DLNA server and has been certified by DLNA. The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross-industry organization of consumer electronics, computing industry and mobile device companies.
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ENTERTAINMENT Installing Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials is an easy to use DLNA server software for Windows. Computer requirements for Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials Windows® XP (Service Pack 2 or higher), Windows Vista® (no Service Pack required), Windows®...
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Playing Shared Media You can display and play movie, photo and music content stored on your computer or other DLNA media servers. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Smart Share and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the device you want and press ENTER.
ENTERTAINMENT Connecting DLNA DMR (Digital Living Network Alliance, Digital Media Render) This supports remote playing of media files. Media from a compatible device (Windows 7, Mobile Phone with PlayTo, or other compatible DLNA- DMC device) can be “pushed” to the TV. The DMR function only works properly when the TV and PC are on the same local network.
Browsing files Access the photo, music, or movie lists and browse files. Connect a USB storage device. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Smart Share and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the device you want and press ENTER.
ENTERTAINMENT Viewing Videos Play video files on the TV. Your TV can display video files from a USB storage device. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Smart Share and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the device you want and press ENTER.
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Tips for playing video files The TV does not support the files encoded in Motion JPEG. Some user-created subtitles may not work properly. Subtitles may not display some special characters or HTML tags. Changing font and color in subtitles is not supported.
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ENTERTAINMENT Q.MENU options for movie list Press Q. MENU. A pop-up window will appear. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the option and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following options and press ENTER. Set Video Play.
DivX registration code Registering the DivX code The DivX registration code allows you to rent or purchase the latest movies at www.divx.com/vod . To play a rented or purchased DivX file, the file’s registration code should be same as your TV’s DivX registration code.
ENTERTAINMENT Viewing Photos You can view image files saved on a USB storage device. The displays on the screen may based on the from the model. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Smart Share and press ENTER.
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Q.MENU options for photo list Press Q. MENU. A pop-up window will appear. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the option and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following options and press ENTER. Set Photo View.
ENTERTAINMENT Listening to music Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Smart Share and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the device you want and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Music List and press ENTER.
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Set Audio Play. Select Repeat or Random option. Set Audio. Allows you to change Audio settings. (Refer to “AUDIO Settings” on page 93). NOTE The TV will not play copy protected files. If the TV is not in use for some time during playback, the information box as a screensaver will appear to prevent image burn.
ENTERTAINMENT Media Link Function (This feature is not available for all country.) The Media Link program allows you to connect to a Plex Media Server. The Plex Media Server is free download from www.plexapp.com . It will allow to play media files and download Plex apps. The Plex apps download to your computer and do not use any space on the TV.
Using Media Link Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the Media Link and press ENTER. The Media Link sections of the connected computer are displayed. Select an icon to view the shared media in that category. MEDIA LINK M's PC Movies...
ENTERTAINMENT Using Music Section You can view information for the music files set for the Music section and enjoy them. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the Media Link and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the Music section and press ENTER.
Installing Plug-Ins Media Link allows you to install plug-ins to enjoy media content on the web. Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the Media Link and press ENTER. Press the yellow button to select PLEX online. Media Link M’s PC Movie Plug-ins...
To watch the TV in 3D, you must put on your 3D glasses. For best results, you should wear LG Brand 3D glasses. The 3D imaging may not display properly when using another brand of 3D glasses. Please see the 3D glasses manual for instructions on how to use the 3D glasses.
When using 3D Glasses Do not use the 3D glasses to replace your corrective glasses, sunglasses or protective goggles. Do not store the 3D glasses in hot or cold locations. Do not drop objects onto the 3D glasses. Do not drop or bend the glasses.
3D IMAGING Viewing 3D Imaging Play the video produced in 3D. Press 3D to watch 3D imaging. Wear the 3D glasses. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll the OK and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to select the shape and press ENTER. Mode Description Changed from 2D imaging to...
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Set Video. Allows you to change Video settings (Refer to “PICTURE Settings” on page 88). Set Audio. Allows you to change Audio settings (Refer to “AUDIO Settings” on page 93). CAUTION Some menus may not work while viewing 3D imaging. The 3D imaging is disabled automatically when switching input source or DTV channel.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING TV SETTINGS The SETUP Menu Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to select the SETUP menu and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
Customizing Settings CHANNEL Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to CHANNEL and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to PICTURE and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
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Imaging Science Foundation. The resulting ISF “day” and “night” modes will then be accessible by the user to experience the best their LG HDTV has to offer. Sophisticated and detailed calibrations can be made through the ISFccc mode.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting TruMotion Advance video technology that provides clearer, smoother images, even during fast action scenes (Depending on creating a more stable structure for a crisper picture. model) TruMotion works with all inputs except PC mode. If you enable “TruMotion”, noise may appear on the screen. If this occurs, set “TruMotion” to “Off”. If you select “Picture Mode-Game ”, set “TruMotion”...
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Makes video clips recorded in film look more natural by eliminating judder effect. Mode DVD and Blu-ray movies are filmed at 24 frames per second (fps). With LG Real Cinema, every frame is consistently processed 5 times in 1/24 of a second producing 120 fps with TruMotion or 2 times in 1/24 of a second producing 48 fps without TruMotion, thus totally eliminating the judder effect.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Edge Enhancer Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video. This function works well over Sharpness UI 60 value. xvYCC This is produces richer colors. This feature represents rich colors as much as a conventional video signal. This function is enabled in “Picture mode - Cinema, Expert”...
Select when you watch sports events. Select when you play games. Patents LG proprietary sound processing technology that strives immersive 5.1 surround sound with just two front speakers. Controls the dominant sounds in the output. When you turn up the treble, it will increase the output to the higher frequency range.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Sound Optimizes the sound depending on the environment in which the TV is installed. Optimizer Option Normal Wall Mount Type Optimized sound mode for a wall-mounted TV. Stand type TV Speaker Turns on the internal speaker of the TV when using an external Hi-Fi system. You can use the TV speaker as an audio output device even if there is no video input.
TIME Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to TIME and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS LOCK Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to LOCK and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
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Setting TV Rating- Blocks the TV programs that you want based on the ratings by using the Parental Control Function General (V-Chip). (Depending on model) NOTE The V-Chip electronically reads TV program ratings and allows parents to block program that are unsuitable for children.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to OPTION and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
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Setting ISM Method Prevents image sticking or removes a ghost image. A frozen still picture displayed on the screen for prolonged periods can result in a ghost image. Plasma Mode Normal Sets it if image sticking is never a problem. Orbiter Avoids a ghost image on the screen.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Initial Setting Resets the TV to factory default and erases all stored channels. Customizes the TV settings to suit your preference. The initial setup screen will appear when you turn on the TV for the first time. NOTE When selecting “Lock System - On”in the LOCK menu, the message to enter the password appears.
NETWORK Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to NETWORK and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS SUPPORT Settings Press Home to access the Home menu. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SUPPORT and press ENTER. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press ENTER.
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 Connection Overview Connect various external devices to the ports on the TV back panel. Find an external device you want to connect to your TV as shown on the following illustration. Check the connection type of the external device. Go to the appropriate illustration and check the connection details.
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 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 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.
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 case the image to display in black and white or with distorted color.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Other models COMPONENT COMPONENT WIRELESS CONTROL AV IN1 AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AUDIO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL PTICAL DIGIT TICAL DIGIT ANTENNA/ ANTENNA ANTENNA RGB IN (PC) (RGB/DVI) AUDIO OUT CABLE IN COMPONENT AUDIO VIDEO WIRELESS CONTROL AV IN1 AV IN 2 AUDIO / VIDEO AUDIO IN...
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LV3700 series AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) COMPONENT RGB IN (PC) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) WIRELESS CONTROL ANTENNA/CABLE IN AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) COMPONENT VIDEO L (MONO) AUDIO RGB IN (PC) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) WIRELESS CONTROL ANTENNA/CABLE IN Other models COMPONENT...
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC NOTE It is recommended to use the TV with the HDMI connection for the best image quality. HDMI Connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations.
DVI to HDMI Connection Transmits the digital video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC 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 RGB Connection Transmits the analog video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the D-sub 15 pin signal cable as shown in the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an audio cable.
NOTE 1920 x 1080 is the recommended PC resolution. If you use the TV in other video modes, afterimages or distorted images may appear on the screen. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS LK530, LK550 series AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) COMPONENT RGB IN (PC) OPTICAL DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) ANTENNA/CABLE IN OPTICAL AUDIO IN LV3700 series AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) COMPONENT OPTICAL DIGITAL OPTICAL DIGITAL RGB IN (PC) AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT RS-232C IN (CONTROL&SERVICE)
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 Smart Share menu to use various multimedia files. See “Connecting USB storage devices” on page 64 and see “Browsing files”...
Connecting the Wireless Media Box (Not support for LK530 and LK550 series) LG TVs with a Wireless Control port support the LG Wireless Media Box, which is sold separately. When you connect the wireless ready dongle (included with the media box) to the TV, external...
SIMPLINK Connection Use the TV remote control to play and control the AV device connected with the HDMI cable through HDMI-CEC. This TV may work with the devices that support HDMI-CEC, but only devices with the logo are fully supported. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI/ DVI IN or HDMI IN terminal on the rear of the TV and the other end to the SIMPLINK device.
The firmware update may not work properly depending on the Internet environment. If so, you may obtain the latest firmware update from the authorized LG Electronics service center. To check the current firmware version or update the firmware, Press Home to access the Home menu.
Cleaning Your TV CAUTION Make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. When the TV is left unattended and unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING General Problem Cannot control the TV with the remote control. No image display and no sound is produced. Image appears slowly when the TV turns on. Cannot connect external devices. The TV turns off suddenly. Audio Problem No sound is produced while images are displaying.
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Video Problem An image displays in black and white or the color quality is poor. Horizontal or vertical bars appears or images blur Lines or streaks appear on images Afterimages (ghosts) appear when the product turns off The power is on but the screen appears extremely dark.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. Television System Program Coverage External Antenna Impedance Environment Operating condition Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity MODELS Dimensions With stand (W x H x D) Without stand Weight With stand...
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: 1.3 A / 130 W Other Country : 1.1 A / 110 W USA, Canada, Mexico: AC 120 V ~ 50 / 60 Hz Other Country: AC 100 - 240 V ~ 50 / 60 Hz 42LV5400 47LV5400 (42LV5400-UB) (47LV5400-UB) 42LV5500...
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SPECIFICATIONS MODELS Dimensions With stand (W x H x D) Without stand Weight With stand Without stand Current Value / Power consumption Power requirement MODELS Dimensions With stand (W x H x D) Without stand Weight With stand Without stand Current Value / Power consumption Power requirement MODELS...
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MODELS Dimensions With stand (W x H x D) Without stand Weight With stand Without stand Current Value / Power consumption Power requirement MODELS Dimensions With stand (W x H x D) Without stand Weight With stand Without stand Current Value / Power consumption Power requirement MODELS Dimensions...
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DivX supported mode File Audio/ Codec Extensions Video VC-1 Advanced Profile Video VC-1 Simple and Main .asf Profiles .wmv WMA Standard Audio WMA 9 Professional DivX3.11 DivX4 DivX5 DivX6 Video XViD .divx .avi H.264 / AVC MPEG-1 Layer I, II Audio MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3) Dolby Digital...
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SPECIFICATIONS 3D supported formats Input Signal Resolution 720p 1280x720 1080i 1920x1080 HDMI 1080p 1920x1080 720p 1280x720 Component Plasma 1080i 1920x1080 RGB-PC 1080p 1920x1080 1080p 1920x1080 DLNA 1080p 1920x1080 720p, 1080i Media contents and a player need to support HDMI 3D Frame Packing, HDMI 3D Side by Side, HDMI 3D Top &...
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Wireless LAN for Broadband/DLNA Adaptor SPEC (For LV9500, LW9800 series) This device only works with compatible LG TV. Standard IEEE802.11a/b/g/n 2402 to 2483 MHz Frequency Range 5150 to 5250 MHz 5725 to 5850 MHz Modulation CCK / OFDM / MIMO 802.11a: 14 dBm...
IR CODES 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 37.917kHz signal at 455kHz Frame configuration 1st frame Lead code Low custom code High custom code...
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Code Function (Hexa) POWER Remote control Button (Power On/Off) Q.MENU Remote control Button Home Remote control Button INPUT Remote control Button 10 - 19 Number Key 0-9 Remote control Button - (Dash)/LIST Remote control Button FLASHBK Remote control Button MUTE/DELETE Remote control Button VOL + Remote control Button...
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.
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RS-232C configurations 7-Wire Configuration (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 3-Wire Configurations(Not standard) D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Set ID Set ID number. OPTION • Language • Caption • ISM Method • Power Indicator •...
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.
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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.
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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.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 20. ISM Method (Command: j p) ( Plasma To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. Transmission [j][p][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 02: Orbiter 04: White Wash 08: Normal 20: Color Wash Acknowledgement [p][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 21.
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* Table List (Channel Tuning) Two/One Main/Sub Part Picture Channel Main EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Using Physical Reserved Channel No Use Step NTSC Air NTSC Cable ATSC Air ATSC Cable_std ATSC Cable_hrc ATSC Cable_irc ATSC cable_auto Reserved Reserved...
LG Electronics products may also contain open source software listed as Components in the table below, and you may download the complete source code thereof free of charge, from LG Electronics website (http://opensource.lge. com) for a period of three (3) years from our last shipment of this product.
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GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110- 1301, USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE 1. You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the Program’s source code as you receive it, in any medium, provided that you conspicuously and appropriately publish on each copy an appropriate copyright notice and disclaimer of warranty; keep intact all the notices that refer to this License and to the absence of any warranty;...
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE 8. If the distribution and/or use of the Program is restricted in certain countries either by patents or by copyrighted interfaces, the original copyright holder who places the Program under this License may add an explicit geographical distribution limitation excluding those countries, so that distribution is permitted only in or among countries not thus excluded.
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GNU Lesser General Public License Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright (C) 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 59 Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE We call this license the “Lesser” General Public License because it does Less to protect the user’s freedom than the ordinary General Public License. It also provides other free software developers Less of an advantage over competing non-free programs.
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2. You may modify your copy or copies of the Library or any portion of it, thus forming a work based on the Library, and copy and distribute such modifications or work under the terms of Section 1 above, provided that you also meet all of these conditions: a) The modified work must itself be a software library.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE requirement to distribute the source code, even though third parties are not compelled to copy the source along with the object code. 5. A program that contains no derivative of any portion of the Library, but is designed to work with the Library by being compiled or linked with it, is called a “work that uses the Library”.
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offer equivalent access to copy the above specified materials from the same place. e) Verify that the user has already received a copy of these materials or that you have already sent this user a copy. For an executable, the required form of the “work that uses the Library”...
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE intended to apply, and the section as a whole is intended to apply in other circumstances. It is not the purpose of this section to induce you to infringe any patents or other property right claims or to contest validity of any such claims;...
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END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS How to Apply These Terms to Your New Libraries If you develop a new library, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use to the public, we recommend making it free software that everyone can redistribute and change.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE Mozilla Public License 1.1 (MPL 1.1) 1. Definitions. 1.0.1. “Commercial Use” means distribution or otherwise making the Covered Code available to a third party. 1.1. ‘’Contributor’’ means each entity that creates or contributes to the creation of Modifications. 1.2.
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purposes of this definition, “control’’ means (a) the power, direct or indirect, to cause the direction or management of such entity, whether by contract or otherwise, or (b) ownership of more than fifty percent (50%) of the outstanding shares or beneficial ownership of such entity.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE version that alters or restricts the applicable version of this License or the recipients’ rights hereunder. However, You may include an additional document offering the additional rights described in Section 3.5. 3.2. Availability of Source Code. Any Modification which You create or to which You contribute must be made available in Source Code form under the terms of this License either on the same media as...
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as a result of warranty, support, indemnity or liability terms You offer. 3.6. Distribution of Executable Versions. You may distribute Covered Code in Executable form only if the requirements of Section 3.1-3.5 have been met for that Covered Code, and if You include a notice stating that the Source Code version of the Covered Code is available under the terms of this License, including a description...
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE themselves be deemed to be modifications of this License.) 7. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY. COVERED CODE IS PROVIDED UNDER THIS LICENSE ON AN “AS IS’’ BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES THAT THE COVERED CODE IS FREE OF DEFECTS, MERCHANTABLE, FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON-INFRINGING.
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WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, WORK STOPPAGE, COMPUTER FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION, OR ANY AND ALL OTHER COMMERCIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, EVEN IF SUCH PARTY SHALL HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SHALL NOT APPLY TO LIABILITY FOR DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTING FROM SUCH PARTY’S NEGLIGENCE TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE...
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE You may add Your own copyright statement to Your modifications and may provide additional or different license terms and conditions for use, reproduction, or distribution of Your modifications, or for any such Derivative Works as a whole, provided Your use, reproduction, and distribution of the Work otherwise complies with the conditions stated in this License.
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MIT license - cares Copyright 1998 by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose and without fee is hereby granted, provided that the above copyright notice appear in all copies and that both that copyright notice and this permission notice appear in supporting documentation, and that the name of M.I.T.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE - libxml2 Copyright (C) 1998-2003 Daniel Veillard. All Rights Reserved. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the “Software”), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software,...
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BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. Expat license The source package was downloaded from <URL:http://expat.sourceforge.net>.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE Legal Terms 0. Definitions Throughout this license, the terms `package’, `FreeType Project’ and `FreeType archive’ refer to the set of files originally distributed by the authors (David Turner, Robert Wilhelm, and Werner Lemberg) as the `FreeType Project’, be they named as alpha, beta or final release.
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freetype-devel@nongnu.org Discusses bugs, as well as engine internals, design issues, specific licenses, porting, etc. Our home page can be found at http://www. freetype.org JPEG license This software is copyright (C) 1991-1998, Thomas G. Lane. All Rights Reserved except as specified below. Permission is hereby granted to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software (or portions thereof) for any purpose, without fee, subject to these...
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com).
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE Pixman license Copyright 1987, 1988, 1989, 1998 The Open Group Copyright 1987, 1988, 1989 Digital Equipment Corporation Copyright 1999, 2004, 2008 Keith Packard Copyright 2000 SuSE, Inc. Copyright 2000 Keith Packard, member of The XFree86 Project, Inc. Copyright 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008 Red Hat, Inc.
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BSD license - netBSD Copyright (c) 1998 The NetBSD Foundation, Inc. All rights reserved. This code is derived from software contributed to The NetBSD Foundation by Lennart Augustsson (lennart@augustsson.net) at Carlstedt Research & Technology. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
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OPEN SOURCE LICENSE - xyssl Copyright (C) 2006-2008 Christophe Devine Copyright (C) 2009 Paul Bakker <polarssl_ maintainer at polarssl dot org> All rights reserved. Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met: 1.
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JSON license Copyright (c) 2005 JSON.org Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this software and associated documentation files (the “Software”), to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation the rights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/or sell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software is furnished to do...
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The model and serial numbers of the TV is located on the back of the TV Record it below should you ever need service. MODEL SERIAL...