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TV • TruMotion 120Hz • Intelligent Sensor Mode • Full HD 1080p HD Resolution • 70,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio • 2.7ms Response Time (GTG) • ...; 1 Composite Input (rear) • 1 Digital Audio Out (Optical) (rear) • USB 2.0 (JPEG, MP3) (side) • PC Connectivity (D-sub 15pin) • RF Antenna Input LGusa.com LCD TV 42LH40 42" Full HD 1080p 120Hz LCD TV (42.0" diagonal) Full HD 1080p performance, a robust feature set and Smart Energy Savings make the LH40 Series a standout.
TV • TruMotion 120Hz • Intelligent Sensor Mode • Full HD 1080p HD Resolution • 70,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio • 2.7ms Response Time (GTG) • ...; 1 Composite Input (rear) • 1 Digital Audio Out (Optical) (rear) • USB 2.0 (JPEG, MP3) (side) • PC Connectivity (D-sub 15pin) • RF Antenna Input LGusa.com LCD TV 42LH40 42" Full HD 1080p 120Hz LCD TV (42.0" diagonal) Full HD 1080p performance, a robust feature set and Smart Energy Savings make the LH40 Series a standout.
Owner's Manual (English)
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Model: Serial: This product qualifies for future reference. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 32LH40 37LH40 42LH40 47LH40 55LH40 32LH41 37LH41 42LH41 47LH41 55LH41 37LH55 42LH55 47LH55 55LH55 32CL40 42CL40 47CL40 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it below should you ever need service. Record it ...1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG Customer Information Center P/NO : SAC33601903 (0904-REV03) www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the...
Model: Serial: This product qualifies for future reference. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 32LH40 37LH40 42LH40 47LH40 55LH40 32LH41 37LH41 42LH41 47LH41 55LH41 37LH55 42LH55 47LH55 55LH55 32CL40 42CL40 47CL40 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it below should you ever need service. Record it ...1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG Customer Information Center P/NO : SAC33601903 (0904-REV03) www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...Other A/V Source Setup 32 PC Setup 33 USB Connection 40 Audio out Connection 41 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Remote Control Functions 42 Turning On TV 44 Channel Selection 44 Volume Adjustment 44 Initial Setting 45 On-Screen Menus Selection 46 Quick Menu 47 6 Channel Setup - Add / Delete ...Entry Modes 60 Photo List 61 Music List 65 PICTURE CONTROL Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control 68 Picture Wizard 70 Preset Picture Settings (Picture Mode 72 Manual Picture Adjustment - User Mode 73 Picture Improvement Technology 74 Expert Picture Control 75 Energy Saving 78 Picture...
...Other A/V Source Setup 32 PC Setup 33 USB Connection 40 Audio out Connection 41 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Remote Control Functions 42 Turning On TV 44 Channel Selection 44 Volume Adjustment 44 Initial Setting 45 On-Screen Menus Selection 46 Quick Menu 47 6 Channel Setup - Add / Delete ...Entry Modes 60 Photo List 61 Music List 65 PICTURE CONTROL Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control 68 Picture Wizard 70 Preset Picture Settings (Picture Mode 72 Manual Picture Adjustment - User Mode 73 Picture Improvement Technology 74 Expert Picture Control 75 Energy Saving 78 Picture...
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... - Digital Broadcasting System Captions 93 - Caption Option 94 TIME SETTING Clock Setting - Auto Clock Setup 95 Manual Clock Setup 96 Auto On/Off Time Setting 97 Sleep Timer Setting 98 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 99 Channel Blocking 102 Movie & TV Rating 103 Downloadable Rating 108 External Input Blocking 109 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 110 Maintenance...
... - Digital Broadcasting System Captions 93 - Caption Option 94 TIME SETTING Clock Setting - Auto Clock Setup 95 Manual Clock Setup 96 Auto On/Off Time Setting 97 Sleep Timer Setting 98 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 99 Channel Blocking 102 Movie & TV Rating 103 Downloadable Rating 108 External Input Blocking 109 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 110 Maintenance...
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... A subset of SRS Labs, Inc. The result is displayed on your TV screen for a prolonged period (2 or more hours for LCD, 1 or more detailed picture. TruMotion 240Hz displays 240 scenes per second ...TV SCREEN I In order to quickly choose the correct mode for an extended period. 8 Image burn is known as "image burn" or "burn-in strategic spots behind the front cabinet and use the 4:3 aspect ratio setting... Sports, and game Mode according to offer. LG TV include a unique invisible speaker system, tuned by the user to experience the best their LG HDTV has to the video and audio content....
... A subset of SRS Labs, Inc. The result is displayed on your TV screen for a prolonged period (2 or more hours for LCD, 1 or more detailed picture. TruMotion 240Hz displays 240 scenes per second ...TV SCREEN I In order to quickly choose the correct mode for an extended period. 8 Image burn is known as "image burn" or "burn-in strategic spots behind the front cabinet and use the 4:3 aspect ratio setting... Sports, and game Mode according to offer. LG TV include a unique invisible speaker system, tuned by the user to experience the best their LG HDTV has to the video and audio content....
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Remote Control Sensor POWER Button 11 PREPARATION 32/42/47CL40 CH CHANNEL ( , ) Buttons SPEAKER Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions VOL ENTER MENU INPUT VOLUME (+, -) Buttons ENTER Button MENU Button INPUT Button Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the set is switched on.
Remote Control Sensor POWER Button 11 PREPARATION 32/42/47CL40 CH CHANNEL ( , ) Buttons SPEAKER Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions VOL ENTER MENU INPUT VOLUME (+, -) Buttons ENTER Button MENU Button INPUT Button Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the set is switched on.
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PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION I Image shown may differ from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches CAUTION G Ensure adequate ventilation by 20 degrees to the left or right direction by following the clearance recommendations. G Do not mount near or above any type of 4 inches on all four sides from your viewing position. 21 For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of heat source. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to suit your TV.
PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION I Image shown may differ from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches CAUTION G Ensure adequate ventilation by 20 degrees to the left or right direction by following the clearance recommendations. G Do not mount near or above any type of 4 inches on all four sides from your viewing position. 21 For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of heat source. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to suit your TV.
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We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over (when not using a wall mount). Secure the wall brackets with the bolts (sold separately) to a wall so ... causing injury or damaging the product. Additionally, we recommend that the height of the TV. PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND I You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over if pushed backwards. I Use a sturdy rope (sold separately) to tie...
We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over (when not using a wall mount). Secure the wall brackets with the bolts (sold separately) to a wall so ... causing injury or damaging the product. Additionally, we recommend that the height of the TV. PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND I You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over if pushed backwards. I Use a sturdy rope (sold separately) to tie...
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... damage, never plug in any power cords until you do receive digital signals from your TV. Component Connection 1. How to use I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box operation.) I If connected to 2 the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on...However, if you have finished connecting all equipment. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set -top box to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select the Component2 input source on the TV. How to connect 1 Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR)...
... damage, never plug in any power cords until you do receive digital signals from your TV. Component Connection 1. How to use I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box operation.) I If connected to 2 the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on...However, if you have finished connecting all equipment. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set -top box to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select the Component2 input source on the TV. How to connect 1 Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR)...
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... IN O (RGB/DVI) A RS-232C IN C (CONTROL&SERVICE) 1 ! How to connect EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1 Connect the digital set-top box to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box.) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, 3, or 4 jack on the remote control. How to use the latest....00 29.97 30.00 59.94 60.00 26 In this case use I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, or HDMI4 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2.
... IN O (RGB/DVI) A RS-232C IN C (CONTROL&SERVICE) 1 ! How to connect EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1 Connect the digital set-top box to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box.) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, 3, or 4 jack on the remote control. How to use the latest....00 29.97 30.00 59.94 60.00 26 In this case use I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, or HDMI4 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2.
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... or HDMI3 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2. How to connect 1 Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, or 3 jack on the TV. 2 Connect the digital set -top box.) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI cable... or adapter is necessary. NOTE G A DVI to the owner's manual for this connection. DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audio connection is required for the digital set -top box audio output...
... or HDMI3 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2. How to connect 1 Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, or 3 jack on the TV. 2 Connect the digital set -top box.) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI cable... or adapter is necessary. NOTE G A DVI to the owner's manual for this connection. DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audio connection is required for the digital set -top box audio output...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP Antenna Connection 1. How to use I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the TV. RGB/DVI) 1 ANTENNA/ RS-232C IN CABLE IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) 2 Connect the antenna cable to the same channel number. UDIO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO ... the ANTENNA/CABLE IN sock- How to connect ( ) RGB IN (PC) 1 Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR. 2. I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the RF antenna in socket of the VCR to the VCR owner's manual.) ANT OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L R AUDIO ANT IN...
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP Antenna Connection 1. How to use I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the TV. RGB/DVI) 1 ANTENNA/ RS-232C IN CABLE IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) 2 Connect the antenna cable to the same channel number. UDIO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO ... the ANTENNA/CABLE IN sock- How to connect ( ) RGB IN (PC) 1 Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR. 2. I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the RF antenna in socket of the VCR to the VCR owner's manual.) ANT OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L R AUDIO ANT IN...
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Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. I If connected to AV IN 1 input, select the A V 1 input source on the remote control. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP 1. How to connect 1 Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. USB IN IN 4 Camcorder Video Game Set VIDEO L R 1 VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R AV IN 2 32 How to use I Operate the corresponding external equipment. I Select the A V 2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV.
Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. I If connected to AV IN 1 input, select the A V 1 input source on the remote control. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP 1. How to connect 1 Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. USB IN IN 4 Camcorder Video Game Set VIDEO L R 1 VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R AV IN 2 32 How to use I Operate the corresponding external equipment. I Select the A V 2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV.
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... PC adjusts automatically to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the TV. 1 /DVI IN RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ANTENNA/ RS-232C IN CABLE IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) 2. I Turn on the PC and the TV. How to use I Select the RGB-PC input source on the... TV using the INPUT button on the TV. ( ) R 3 2 2 Connect the PC audio output to the TV's settings. How to connect 1 Connect the VGA output of the PC to the RGB...
... PC adjusts automatically to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the TV. 1 /DVI IN RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT ANTENNA/ RS-232C IN CABLE IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) 2. I Turn on the PC and the TV. How to use I Select the RGB-PC input source on the... TV using the INPUT button on the TV. ( ) R 3 2 2 Connect the PC audio output to the TV's settings. How to connect 1 Connect the VGA output of the PC to the RGB...
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...PC 75.00 66.587 67.5 60.00 59.934 60.00 35 If noise is in use. G Depending on the graphics card, some resolution settings may be positioned on the PICTURE menu until the picture is separate. G The synchronization input form for a long period of time. G When selecting ...HDMI-PC, set the "Input Label PC" in HDMI-PC 1920x1080, change the PC output to another rate or adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen properly. ...
...PC 75.00 66.587 67.5 60.00 59.934 60.00 35 If noise is in use. G Depending on the graphics card, some resolution settings may be positioned on the PICTURE menu until the picture is separate. G The synchronization input form for a long period of time. G When selecting ...HDMI-PC, set the "Input Label PC" in HDMI-PC 1920x1080, change the PC output to another rate or adjust the brightness and contrast on the screen properly. ...
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... Config. You can also be adjusted. Select the desired resolution. The Position, Phase, and Size can use this function only when the PC resolution is set to 1024X768, 1280X768 or 1360X768. PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 50 • Color 50 • Tint 0R G • Advanced...
... Config. You can also be adjusted. Select the desired resolution. The Position, Phase, and Size can use this function only when the PC resolution is set to 1024X768, 1280X768 or 1360X768. PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 50 • Color 50 • Tint 0R G • Advanced...
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... Auto adjustment in RGB-PC, you can adjust the Position, S i z e or P h a s e. 37 After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC. Position Size Phase Reset Move Prev. Select Screen (RGB-PC). PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50...
... Auto adjustment in RGB-PC, you can adjust the Position, S i z e or P h a s e. 37 After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC. Position Size Phase Reset Move Prev. Select Screen (RGB-PC). PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50...
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Select Screen (RGB-PC). PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 50 • Color 50 • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • Picture Reset Screen (RGB-PC) 1 MENU 2 ENTER 3 ENTER 4 ENTER 5 ENTER Select PICTURE. Select Y e s. To Set Yes No 39 Select Reset. SCREEN Resolution Auto Config. Position Size Phase Reset Move Prev. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, S i z e, and Phase to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.
Select Screen (RGB-PC). PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 50 • Color 50 • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • Picture Reset Screen (RGB-PC) 1 MENU 2 ENTER 3 ENTER 4 ENTER 5 ENTER Select PICTURE. Select Y e s. To Set Yes No 39 Select Reset. SCREEN Resolution Auto Config. Position Size Phase Reset Move Prev. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, S i z e, and Phase to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.
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...RGB/DVI) 1 ANTENNA/ RS-232C IN CABLE IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) ! EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV's audio to a Home Theater (or amp). 1. If you can turn the TV speakers off in the AUDIO menu. (G p.87). NOTE G When connecting with ACP (Audio Copy Protection) function may ... speakers, connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the back of the optical cable to the digital audio input on the audio equipment. ( ) 3 Set the "TV Speaker option - Looking at the laser beam may block digital audio output. 41 Off " in 2 the menu. (G p.87) CAUTION G Do not ...
...RGB/DVI) 1 ANTENNA/ RS-232C IN CABLE IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) ! EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV's audio to a Home Theater (or amp). 1. If you can turn the TV speakers off in the AUDIO menu. (G p.87). NOTE G When connecting with ACP (Audio Copy Protection) function may ... speakers, connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the back of the optical cable to the digital audio input on the audio equipment. ( ) 3 Set the "TV Speaker option - Looking at the laser beam may block digital audio output. 41 Off " in 2 the menu. (G p.87) CAUTION G Do not ...
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...back side and install the batteries matching correct polarity. UP/DOWN Installing Batteries I Close cover. 43 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL THUMBSTICK Navigates the on-screen menus and adjusts the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to move return one . ...a photo/music. G p.44 CHANNEL Changes the channel. I Open the battery compartment cover on or off. UP/DOWN PAGE Moves from one full set of the screen. Don't mix old or used batteries with new ones. G p.53 AV MODE Toggles through the programmed Favorite channels. I Install ...
...back side and install the batteries matching correct polarity. UP/DOWN Installing Batteries I Close cover. 43 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL THUMBSTICK Navigates the on-screen menus and adjusts the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to move return one . ...a photo/music. G p.44 CHANNEL Changes the channel. I Open the battery compartment cover on or off. UP/DOWN PAGE Moves from one full set of the screen. Don't mix old or used batteries with new ones. G p.53 AV MODE Toggles through the programmed Favorite channels. I Install ...