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LG 4250DC -  - 42" LCD TV Technical Manual
LG 4250DC -  - 42" LCD TV Technical Manual

LG 4250DC - - 42" LCD TV Technical Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
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P/NO : SAC30708033
(0810-REV03)

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  • Page 1 LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 37LG50 42LG50 47LG50 52LG50 42LGSODC 47LGSODC 52LGSODC 42LG55 47 LGS5 Please read this operating your mber and serial number of the set. ibel attached on the back cover and quote _is information to your dealer when you require service. P/NO : SAC30708033 (0810-REV03)
  • Page 2: Warning / Caution

    Article 820-40 of the National without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void user's Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that...
  • 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 WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electrical Never touch this apparatus or antenna during 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 ANTENNAS Moving Outdoor antenna grounding Make sure product turned off, unplugged and all cables have been removed. It If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow may take 2 or more people to carry larger TVs. precautions below. An outdoor antenna system Do not press against or put stress on the front should not be located...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION ......2 Channel Setup - Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) ......40 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......3 - Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) ..41 FEATURE OF THIS TV ....... 8 - Channel Editing ........Input List ............Input Label .............
  • Page 7 Troubleshooting ..........Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) ....Maintenance ..........Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode) ....Product Specifications ........Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode ... 70 Programming the Remote Control ....102 Clear Voice ............. IR Codes ............. Balance ............External Control Through RS-232C ....
  • Page 8: Feature Of This Tv

    FEATURE OF THIS TV Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. SRSCO) 0_ _° is a trademark of SRSLabs, Inc. IT] DOLBY "Dolby "and the double-D symbol are trademarks of TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under DIGITAL[ E T A Dolby Laboratories. license from SRSLabs, Inc.
  • Page 9: Accessories

    PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact dealer where you purchased the TV. The accessories included may differ from the images below. "O © Owner's Manual CD Manual Remote Control, Power Cord Batteries...
  • Page 10: Frontpanelinformation

    PREPARATION FRONTPANELINFORMATION ,,,IImage 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). ©...
  • Page 11: Back Panelinformation

    BACK PANELINFORMATION ""_ Image shown may differ from your TV. ii!!!i!i!i!!ii!!!i!!!!!i!i! !iiiiiii "O _!_!_i_i_!_!ii_:i_ii_i_i_i_i_ii!!!_ii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_i_i!i!i_iii i _i_ iiiiii_ii_i!iiii_i_!_!_!_i! !ii!i!i!i!i!i :iiiiii!iii!i!ii_iiii_i_iiiii_i _ilil¸ ® !i_ _¸_ _: _i_'_ ¸ _ © (Except 42/47/52 LG50 DC) DIGITAL AUDIO @ HDMI/DVI IN, HDMI Digital Connection. Digital audio output for use with amps and home theater systems.
  • Page 12: Stand Instruction

    PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION ,,,IImage shown may differ from your TV. DETACHMENT INSTALLATION (Only 37/42tGS*) 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...
  • 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...
  • Page 14: Cable Management

    PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT ,,,IImage shown may differ from your TV. "O 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 Pedestalinstallation

    DESKTOP PEDESTALINSTALLATION ,,,IImage shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. II"1 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches © SWIVELSTAND 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.
  • Page 16: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Preventfalling When The Tv Is Used On A Stand

    PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENTFALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND ,,,IYou 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.
  • Page 17: Antenna Or Cableconnection

    mTo prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ANTENNA OR CABLECONNECTION 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.
  • Page 18: Hd Receiver Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 01_ To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. llllll_ 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...
  • Page 19 HDMI Connection 1. How to connect onnect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN1, 2, or 3 * jack on the TV. No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use 01_ Turn on the digital set-top box.
  • Page 20 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to theHDMI/DVI IN 1,2, orS*jackontheTV. Connect PC audio output AUDIO (RGB/DVl) jack on the TV. "O 2. How to use 01_ Turn on the digital set-top box.
  • Page 21: Dvd Setup

    DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect r'rl Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDE01 jacks on the TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). r'rl Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the COMPONENT...
  • Page 22 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP S-Video Connection 1. How to connect onnect S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S-VIDEO input on the TV. onnect the audio outputs of the DVD to the AUDIO input jacks on the TV. 2. How to use Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.
  • 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 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 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 AV 1 input source on the TV using the INPUT button...
  • Page 25: Othera/V Sourcesetup

    OTHERA/V SOURCESETUP Camcorder 1. How to connect Video Game Set Connect AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use 01_ S elect the AV2 input source on the TV using the INPUT...
  • Page 26: Pcsetup

    EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP PCSETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection 1. How to connect onnect the VGA output of the PC to the RGB (PC) jack on the TV.
  • Page 27 .-.4 r"rl "O r"rl "-'4 Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC) "O 31 •468 70•09 3146 • 70.08 31.469 59.94 35.156 56.25 3Z879 60•31 48•363 60•00 56.476 70•06 4Z776 59.87 63.981 60•02 4Z712 60•015 75.00 60•00 .,__. _ 66•587 59.934 "_ '_ ....i;;......
  • Page 28 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Selecting Resolution You can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The Position, Phase, and Size can also be adjusted. "0 Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC). Select Resolution. Select the desired resolution.
  • 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. Select PICTURE. • If the position of the image is still not Select Screen (RGB-PC).
  • Page 30 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT 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. Select PICTURE. 01_ P osition: This function is to adjust pic- ture to left/right...
  • Page 31 Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, Size, and Phase to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC). Select Reset. Select Yes.
  • Page 32: Usb Connection

    EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP USB CONNECTION 1. How to connect onnect the USB device to the USB IN jack on the side of TV. Except 42/47/52LG50DC) 2. How to use _> After connecting the USB IN jack, you use the USB function. (_ p.48) "O r-r1...
  • Page 33: Audio Out Connection

    AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV's audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. Analog 1. How to connect Connect audio outputs to the TV's AUDIO OUT jacks. Set the "TV Speaker option - Off" in the AUDIO menu. (_ p.73).
  • Page 34: Remote Control Functions

    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...
  • Page 35 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. SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to TV.
  • 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 (b/l, INPUT, CH ( ^ v ) button on the TV or press the POWER INPUT, CH( ^ or v ), Number (0~9) but- ton on the remote control.
  • Page 37: Quick Menu / Favoritechannel Setup

    QUICK MENU / FAVORITECHANNEL 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. Aspect Ratio: Selects your desired picture format. Favorite Channle Setup...
  • 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-Screenmenusselection

    ON-SCREENMENUSSELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. < > © © For USA For Canada Display each menu. Select a menu item. Enter to the pop up menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 40: Channelsetup

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNELSETUP 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. < -r" >...
  • 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. -r" < -r" > Select CHANNEL. Select Manual Tuning. 01_ A password is required to gain access to Manual Tuning menu if the Lock System Select DTV, TV, CADTV, or CATV.
  • Page 42: Channel Editing

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNELSETUP Channel Editing A custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or offwith ENTER button. The channels in the Custom List are displayed in black and the channels deleted from the Custom List are displayed in gray.
  • Page 43: Input List

    INPUT LIST Only these input signals which are connected to a TV can be activated and selected. Select the desired input source. -r" You can also select the desired input source in the INPUT menu. < [_1_[ ]_1,[ [_1_[ Component1 [_1_[ Component2 i Antenna i_l_ Cable...
  • 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. iiiiiii_i_!_(_!iijiiM_iiiI_iiIiiiiii!i!i!iiiiiiiMiiiMi_i_i!iiiiiiMiii_iIi_iii_i _iiiiiiiiliiiiliiii!!iiiiiiiiiiiixiiiiiii_iiiiiiMiiiiiiiiii_iiiiiiiii 'iiiiiliiiii_ii_iiiiii! ..b_,_ i!i _¸¸¸¸¸_'j_ _¸_'_'_' _'_""_' '_ 'J_, _"ii_""" "ii" _?,i"_i _¸'' '_¸¸¸"" _i ' ¸¸¸'' iiiii'_,iF_i?i'p ''i? _iiiii_"ii...
  • Page 45: Av Mode

    AV MODE You can select the optimal images and sounds. ÷ -r" Press the AV MODE button repeatedly to select the desired source. < > 0_If you select "Cinema" in AV mode, Cinema will be selected both for "PIC- TURE menu - Picture Mode" and "AUDIO menu - Sound Mode"...
  • Page 46: Simplink

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL C,_ImPLInK This function operates only with devices with the logo. _._ImPLInK 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...
  • Page 47 SIMPLINK Functions Direct Play: After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media with- out additional settings. _Select AV device: Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to TV. Disc playback: Control connected AV devices by pressing the ^ v <...
  • Page 48: Entry Modes

    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 USB jacks on the side of TV. _ It doesn't support USB HDD...
  • Page 49: Photolist

    PHOTOLIST 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 amongJPG. Screen Components Select USB. Select Photo List.
  • Page 50 Photo Selection and Popup Menu ,:_Move PopUp Menu Move Page Mark Exit When you select a file (not folder), this PopUp menu is displayed. t_, Vie_. Display the selected item. _, Mark All: Mark all photos on the screen. _;_Unmark All: Deselect all marked photos.
  • Page 51 Full Screen Menu You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in full screen mode. '_:_ Move _) PopUp Menu Move Page Mark Exit _Move (_PopUpMenu MovePage Mark ;RETURN Exit The aspect ratio of a photo may change the size of the photo displayed...
  • Page 52 Select the Side Show, (Rotate), Delete, Option, or Hide. ++_ Use v < > button to select and control the menu on the full_sized screenl ,++i++i+++_i!!i _, Slide Show: Selected photos are displayed during the slide show. If no photo is selected, all photos in the cur- rent folder are displayed during slide show.
  • 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. _, Play (During stop): Play the selected music. Once a song finishes playing, the next selected one will be played. When there are no selected musics to play, the next one in the current fold- <_ Move (_ PopUp Menu CH Move Page...
  • 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. When music is playing, _ is displayed in front of the music play time.
  • Page 56: Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) 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. iii[iiiiIIIIiiii_i_5i_iiiiiii[[[[Ii_iiii[[[i_iiiiiiii[i[[[[_!!_iI_I_ii!i[[[[_ii!iiiii[Ii_i!i_i[[iiI_ _iii[[[[i[iiii_ii[[[[_iii[[[_i!i!!!!iiiiii[[_[[_i!iiiiii[[[[_i_ii!!i[[[[[iiiiiIii[i[ii_i_iii[_Ii_i[[_!!ii!i[[[[i_iiii!i!!_i[[i!iI[[i!iiiiii_i_iiiiii[[[iI[[[[[[[i[i!i[[[[i_ii[[[_iii iiDi!ii!i_ i i l_iiiiii _iiiiiiiiiiiiil "O ©...
  • Page 57 Zoom Set by program Selects the proper picture proportion to match Choose Zoom 1 when you want to view the pic- the source'simage. ture without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. (4:3"* 4:3) v..
  • Page 58: Presetpicture Settings

    PICTURECONTROL PRESETPICTURE 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. © © 0_When selecting Intelligent Sensor Select PICTURE. the most suitable picture is automatically adjusted according...
  • 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. "O Select PICTURE. Select Advanced Control. Select Color Temperature.
  • Page 60: Manual Pictureadjustment

    PICTURECONTROL MANUAL PICTUREADJUSTMENT Picture Mode - User Mode Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. This feature is disable in "Picture Mode-Intelligent Sensor". "O Select PICTURE. Select Picture Mode. Select Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Sport, or Game. Select Backlight, Contrast, Brightness,...
  • Page 61: Picture Mode - Expert Control

    Picture Mode - Expert Control By segmenting categories, Expert1 and Expert2 provide more categories which users can set as they see fit, offering the optimal picture quality for users. "O Select PICTURE. Select Picture Mode. Select Expert1 or Expert2. Select Expert Control.
  • Page 62: Picture Improvement Technology

    PICTURECONTROL 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.
  • 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. "O © © Select PICTURE. 01_ L ow: The reflection of the screen gets darker.
  • Page 64: Advancedcontrol- Eyecare

    PICTURECONTROL ADVANCEDCONTROL- EYECARE Dims extremely bright pictures. This feature is disabled in "Picture Mode-Vivid, Cinema". © Select PICTURE. © Select Advanced Control. Select Eye Care. Select On or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 65: Advanced Control- Realcinema

    ADVANCED CONTROL- REALCINEMA 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...
  • Page 66: Picture Reset

    PICTURECONTROL PICTURE RESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. "O Select PICTURE. Select Reset. Initialize the adjusted value. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 67: Power Indicator

    POWER INDICATOR "O Select OPTION. 01_ S tandby Light: You can set the brightness of the LED on the front side Select Power Indicator. of the TV during power standby. 01_ P ower Light: You can set the the LED on the front side of the TV to be turned Select Standby Light...
  • Page 68: Auto Volume Leveler(Auto Volume)

    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. Select AUDIO. Select Auto Volume. 1-11 Select On or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 69: Presetsound Settings (Sound Mode)

    PRESETSOUND 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. Standard, Music, Cinema, Sport, and Game are preset for optimum sound quality at the factory and are not adjustable.
  • Page 70: Sound Setting Adjustment- Usermode

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT- USERMODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Select AUDIO. Make appropriate adjustments. Select Sound Mode. Return to the previous menu. Select Standard, Music, Return to TV viewing. Cinema, Sport, or Game.
  • Page 71: Clear Voice

    CLEAR VOICE By differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. Select AUDIO. 01_ I f you select "Clear Voice-On", TruSurround feature will work. Select Clear Voice. 0101_ You can also adjust Clear Voice in the Q-Menu.
  • Page 72: Balance

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. Select AUDIO. Select Balance. l'rl Make appropriate adjustments. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 73: Tv Speakers On/Off Setup

    TV SPEAKERSONIOFF SETUP Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. Select AUDIO. Select TV Speaker. Select 0 n or Off. l'rl Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 74: Audio Reset

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. Select AUDIO. Select Reset. l'rl Initialize the adjusted value. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 75: Stereo/Sap Broadcastsetup

    STEREO/SAP BROADCASTSETUP 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.
  • 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. Select OPTION. Select Language. l'rl Select Audio. Select your desired language: English, Spanish, or French Return to the previous menu.
  • Page 77: On-Screen Menus Language Selection

    ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. Select OPTION. Select Language. l'rl Select Menu. Select your desired language. From this point on, the on-screen menus will be shown in the selected language. Return to the previous menu.
  • 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...
  • Page 79: Digital Broadcasting System Captions

    Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV/CADTV Captions to appear 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. /Mtt! _i_!_!!_iiiii!i_iiii!iiiYiiOii_iiiiiiii_5ii_iiiiii!ii!;_ii_ii_ii_Xi;ii!!iiiiiiIi!iiiiii!i_i_iii11i_i;;_i;_i;iii_i_ii_iiii_ii_ii_iiiii_ti;iiiii_ii_iIiiiii;_i_ii_i;iiiiii1i_ii_iiiiiiiii_ ..
  • 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. Select OPTION. 01_ Size: Set the word size. 01_ F ont: Select a typeface for the text.
  • Page 81: Clock 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.
  • Page 82: Manual Clock Setup

    TIME SETTING Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually. Select TIME. Select Clock. Select Manual. Select the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. Set the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. Return to the previous menu.
  • Page 83: Auto On/Off Time Setting

    AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTING This function operates only if the current time has been set. The Off Time function overrides the On Time function if they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the On Time to work.
  • Page 84: Sleeptimer Setting

    TIME SETTING SLEEPTIMER SETTING The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. Select TIME. Select Sleep Timer. ,I,_ You can also adjust Sleep Timer Select Off, 1 O, 2 O, 3 O, 6 O, 9 O, the Q-Menu.
  • Page 85: Auto Shut-Off Setting

    AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING TV will be automatically turned off, in case of no signal for 10 minutes. Select TIME. Select Auto Sleep. Select 0 n or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 86: Set Password & Lock System

    PARENTALCONTROL / 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 Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Lock System. 01_ When you select O n, the Lock System Select 0 n or Off. is enable. © Return to the previous menu. ©...
  • Page 88 PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Set password. Choose any 4 digits for your new password. As soon as the 4 digits are entered, re-enter the same 4 digits on the Confirm. Return to the previous menu.
  • 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. Block/Unblock Move Move Page Previous :_TO_N* Exit Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Block Channel. Select a channel to block or unblock. Block or unblock a channel.
  • Page 90: Movie & Tv Rating

    PARENTALCONTROL / 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.
  • 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...
  • Page 92 PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating General - ForUSAonly Based on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you and your family do not want to view. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select TV Rating-General. 01_ A ge (applies to TV-G,TV-PG,TV-14,TV- Select Age, Dialogue,...
  • Page 93 TV Rating English - For CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. Select LOCK. ,l_E (Exempt) Input the password. ,l_C (Children) 01_ C8+ (Children eight years and older) ,l_G (General programming, suitable for Select TV Rating-English. all audiences) ,i,l_ P G (Parental Guidance) Select E, C, C8+, G, PG, 1 4+, ,i,l_ 14+ (Viewers 14 years and older) ©...
  • Page 94 PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating French - For CANADA only Selecting canadian french language rating system. Select LOCK. 0,_ E (Exempt) Input the password. 0,_ G (General) 01_ 8 ans+ (General-Not convenient for lit- tle children) Select TV Rating-French. 01_ 13ans+ (Not convenient for children of 13 years and younger) t"t3...
  • 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 Regions Rating data. Based on rating table, your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual.
  • Page 96: External Input Blocking

    PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input. Except 42/47/52LG50DC Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Input Block. Select input source. Select On or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • 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.
  • Page 98: Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING mml 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 -).
  • Page 99 Press the VOL or VOLUME button. mini Sound muted? Press MUTE button. mini Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. mini Are the audio cables installed properly? mini Adjust Balance in menu option. mmff A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise...
  • Page 100: Maintenance

    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 offyour...
  • Page 101: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 40.3 pounds / 18.3 kg 54.0 pounds / 24.5 kg 34.3 pounds/ 15.6 kg 48.5 pounds / 22.0 kg AC100-240V- 50/60Hz NTSC-M, ATSC, 64 & 256 QAM VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69, CATV 1-135, DTV 2-69, CADTV 1-135 75 ohm 01_ The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement.
  • Page 102: Programming The Remote Control

    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...
  • Page 103 Remote Control Code _IWA _,!!_:::_r i_'_ _£_ _ '_i _'_'_ _'_i_i_!_z_,i_ _ _ _:,_,_,_ _z_'_,',_,_ _,,i_ AKAI MARANTZ ..ANAM SANSUI MATSUI BROKSONIC iiii i !i i _i ! ii i!ill iii!i! !iii iiiii i SHARP 054 149 DAYTRON iiiii ii_iiiiii_ iii!_il _ii ! iii!il ili !!!i...
  • Page 104 HDSTB AL,PHASTARDSR HOUSTON TRACKER 033 PROSAT AMPLICA BIRDVlEW HUGHES REALISTIC CHANNEL MASTER 013 JANIEL SAMSUNG SATELUTESERVtCECO 028 CHAPARRAL. CITOH LEGEND SCIENTIFICATLANTA 032 CURTIS MATHES SON_ DRAKE LUTRON STARCAST L,UXOR SUPER GUIDE MACOM TEECOM DXANTENNA ECHOSTAR MEMORE× NEXTWAVE TOSHIBA NORSAT UNIDEN PACESKY SATELLITE 143 ELECTRO HOME PANASONIC...
  • Page 105: Ir Codes

    IR CODES 1. How to Connect 01_ Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. 2. Remote Control IR Codes 0_ Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 0_ Configuration of frame...
  • Page 106 POWER Remote control Button (Power On/Off) Discrete IR Code Q.MENU Remote Control Button (TV Input Selection) POWER OFF Discrete IR Code (Only Power Off) Discrete IR Code (AV2 Input Selection) COMPONENT2 Discrete IR Code (Component2 Input Selection) Remote control Button HDMI 1 Discrete IR Code ENTER...
  • Page 107: External Control Through Rs-232C

    EXTERNAL CONTROLTHROUGHRS-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. 01_ Note: RS-232C on this unit is intended to be used with third party RS-232C control...
  • Page 108 RS-232C Configurations Either cable below can be used. 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 '. _ p.111. Select OPTION. Select Set ID. Choose the desired TV ID number.
  • Page 109 Command Reference List 01 Power O0 ~ 01 O0 ~ 64 15. Bass O0 ~ 64 02. Input Select (1_. p.110) 00 - 64 (_ p.110) 04.Screen Mute 00 ~ 01 1Z Color Temperature O0 ~ 02 05. Volume Mute 00 - 01 (_ p.112) 06.
  • Page 110 Power (Command: k a) 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. Data 00: Power Off Data 01 : Power On TransmissiOn[k] [e][ ][Set ID][...
  • Page 111 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]...
  • Page 112 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 !D] [ ] [Data] [Cr] Data 1 : To set Acknowledgement [u][] [set ID] [ ] [OK/NG] [Data] [x] Channel Tuning...
  • Page 113 Data 05: The table above lists the binary code which must be 20. Channel Add/Del (Command: m b) To add and delete the channels converted to Hexadecimal before sending. For example: The binary code to tune the sub source to an NTSC TransmissiOn [m] [b][] [Set ID] [ ] [Data] [Cr] cable channel is "1000...

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