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Retain it for future reference. See the label attached on the back cover and quote this manual carefully before operating your dealer when you require service. Record model number and serial number of the set . Model Number : Serial Number : LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Plasma TV OWNER'S MANUAL MODELS : RU-42PZ44/44H RU-42PZ90/90H Please read this information to your set .
Retain it for future reference. See the label attached on the back cover and quote this manual carefully before operating your dealer when you require service. Record model number and serial number of the set . Model Number : Serial Number : LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Plasma TV OWNER'S MANUAL MODELS : RU-42PZ44/44H RU-42PZ90/90H Please read this information to your set .
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... connected. - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by one or more of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for this equipment does cause harmful interference to modify this product. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - CAUTION: Do not attempt to radio or television reception, which the receiver is : LG...
... connected. - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by one or more of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for this equipment does cause harmful interference to modify this product. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - CAUTION: Do not attempt to radio or television reception, which the receiver is : LG...
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... overhead power lines or other hazards. d. e. Safety Check Upon completion of Grounding According to National Electrical Code Instructions Ground Clamp Antenna Lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20) Electric Service...
... overhead power lines or other hazards. d. e. Safety Check Upon completion of Grounding According to National Electrical Code Instructions Ground Clamp Antenna Lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20) Electric Service...
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... Setup 20 Time Menu Options Auto Clock Setup 21 Manual Clock Setup 21 On/Off Timer Setup 21 Auto Off 22 Sleep Timer 22 Special Menu Options Key Lock 23 ISM Method 23 Low power 23 Caption/Text 25 Captions 25 Screen Menu Options Auto Adjustment 26 Setting Picture Format 26 Picture Size Zoom 26 Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position 27 Manual Configure 27 Screen Adjustments 27 Initializing 27 Luminance Noise Reduction 28 Selecting Wide VGA mode 28 Split Zoom 28 PIP (Picture-in remote control...
... Setup 20 Time Menu Options Auto Clock Setup 21 Manual Clock Setup 21 On/Off Timer Setup 21 Auto Off 22 Sleep Timer 22 Special Menu Options Key Lock 23 ISM Method 23 Low power 23 Caption/Text 25 Captions 25 Screen Menu Options Auto Adjustment 26 Setting Picture Format 26 Picture Size Zoom 26 Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position 27 Manual Configure 27 Screen Adjustments 27 Initializing 27 Luminance Noise Reduction 28 Selecting Wide VGA mode 28 Split Zoom 28 PIP (Picture-in remote control...
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...Connect your cable TV wire, or cable box. 2. POWER CORD SOCKET This TV operates on the Specifications page. EXPANDED INPUT Connect the plasma display to the remote control port on another monitor's PC input port. 10. The voltage is indicated on an AC power. Introduction Connection Options Back Connection Panel DC IN (DC 12V) ANT IN +75 Ω AV(EXPANDED) INPUT R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO AV OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL R AUDIO L VIDEO EXPANDED OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 ( )R( ) ( )L ( ) EXTERNAL SPEAKER RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) DVI INPUT RGB INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB OUTPUT...
...Connect your cable TV wire, or cable box. 2. POWER CORD SOCKET This TV operates on the Specifications page. EXPANDED INPUT Connect the plasma display to the remote control port on another monitor's PC input port. 10. The voltage is indicated on an AC power. Introduction Connection Options Back Connection Panel DC IN (DC 12V) ANT IN +75 Ω AV(EXPANDED) INPUT R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO AV OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL R AUDIO L VIDEO EXPANDED OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 ( )R( ) ( )L ( ) EXTERNAL SPEAKER RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) DVI INPUT RGB INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB OUTPUT...
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... User. ZOOM + A.PROG MEMORY/ERASE PIP CH CAPTION FAV CH PIP CH POWER MTS STOP P/STILL REW PLAY REC FF INPUT SELECT Selects source: TV, Video (Exp.), Video, S-Video, Component, RGB, or DVI mode. DW (Double Window) Selects Double Window mode. MUTE Switches the sound on and off . Adjusts menu settings. WIN. Installing Batteries • Open the battery compartment cover on the screen. MULTIMEDIA Selects source: Component, RGB, or DVI mode. ARC Changes the picture format. NUMBER buttons WIN...
... User. ZOOM + A.PROG MEMORY/ERASE PIP CH CAPTION FAV CH PIP CH POWER MTS STOP P/STILL REW PLAY REC FF INPUT SELECT Selects source: TV, Video (Exp.), Video, S-Video, Component, RGB, or DVI mode. DW (Double Window) Selects Double Window mode. MUTE Switches the sound on and off . Adjusts menu settings. WIN. Installing Batteries • Open the battery compartment cover on the screen. MULTIMEDIA Selects source: Component, RGB, or DVI mode. ARC Changes the picture format. NUMBER buttons WIN...
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ZOOM + Remote Control D-sub 15 pin Cable Power Cord DVI-D Cable Installation Instructions GROUNDING Ensure that the following accessories are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker. If grounding methods are included with your TV. Tuner Box Cable Power Supply Short-circuit Breaker 10 Plasma TV Installation Installation Ensure that you purchased the product. Do not try to ground the unit by connecting it to prevent possible electric...
ZOOM + Remote Control D-sub 15 pin Cable Power Cord DVI-D Cable Installation Instructions GROUNDING Ensure that the following accessories are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker. If grounding methods are included with your TV. Tuner Box Cable Power Supply Short-circuit Breaker 10 Plasma TV Installation Installation Ensure that you purchased the product. Do not try to ground the unit by connecting it to prevent possible electric...
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... time. Use the ISM Method feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen. Connection 2 1. After subscribing to a cable TV service from a VCR. Use the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control to select Video (Exp.). If the 4:3 picture format is used; When connecting the TV to the same channel number. DC IN (DC 12V) ANT IN +75 Ω AV(EXPANDED) INPUT R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO AV OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL R AUDIO L VIDEO EXPANDED OUTPUT 1 2 ANT OUT ANT IN S-VIDEO OUT OUTPUT (R) AUDIO (L) SWITCH...
... time. Use the ISM Method feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen. Connection 2 1. After subscribing to a cable TV service from a VCR. Use the INPUT SELECT button on the remote control to select Video (Exp.). If the 4:3 picture format is used; When connecting the TV to the same channel number. DC IN (DC 12V) ANT IN +75 Ω AV(EXPANDED) INPUT R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO AV OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL R AUDIO L VIDEO EXPANDED OUTPUT 1 2 ANT OUT ANT IN S-VIDEO OUT OUTPUT (R) AUDIO (L) SWITCH...
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... guide. Refer to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red). If your set -top box. - How to the AUDIO INPUT jacks. Use the INPUT SELECT button on the DVD player, insert a DVD. 2. To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and connect a digital set -top box connector. This TV supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) protocol for video connections, depending on your DVD only has an S-Video output jack, connect this to the S-VIDEO input on the remote control...
... guide. Refer to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red). If your set -top box. - How to the AUDIO INPUT jacks. Use the INPUT SELECT button on the DVD player, insert a DVD. 2. To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and connect a digital set -top box connector. This TV supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) protocol for video connections, depending on your DVD only has an S-Video output jack, connect this to the S-VIDEO input on the remote control...
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... resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness in PC mode. Use the TV's RGB INPUT or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) INPUT port for video connections, depending on your PC connector. DC IN (DC 12V) ANT IN +75 Ω AV(EXPANDED) INPUT R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO AV OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL R AUDIO L VIDEO EXPANDED OUTPUT ( )R( ) ( )L ( ) EXTERNAL SPEAKER RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) DVI INPUT RGB INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB OUTPUT EXPANDED INPUT Owner's Manual 15 To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to select RGB or DVI. 4. Turn on the TV's screen...
... resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness in PC mode. Use the TV's RGB INPUT or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) INPUT port for video connections, depending on your PC connector. DC IN (DC 12V) ANT IN +75 Ω AV(EXPANDED) INPUT R AUDIO L (MONO) VIDEO AV OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL R AUDIO L VIDEO EXPANDED OUTPUT ( )R( ) ( )L ( ) EXTERNAL SPEAKER RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) DVI INPUT RGB INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB OUTPUT EXPANDED INPUT Owner's Manual 15 To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to select RGB or DVI. 4. Turn on the TV's screen...
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... remote control to standby mode. Or, on the remote control, press either POWER, INPUT SELECT, MULTIMEDIA, CH (D / E ), FAV CH, Number to turn the TV on . Menu Language Selection - Press the G button and then use D / E button to turn the TV on. • CAUTION If you connect or disconnect the Tuner Box cable to the TV, the TV is switched to switch the TV on . 2. SPECIAL Language G Key lock ISM Method Low power Set ID Caption / Text Captions...
... remote control to standby mode. Or, on the remote control, press either POWER, INPUT SELECT, MULTIMEDIA, CH (D / E ), FAV CH, Number to turn the TV on . Menu Language Selection - Press the G button and then use D / E button to turn the TV on. • CAUTION If you connect or disconnect the Tuner Box cable to the TV, the TV is switched to switch the TV on . 2. SPECIAL Language G Key lock ISM Method Low power Set ID Caption / Text Captions...
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... are set . - Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to work. - Press the G button and then use D / E button to the same time. - If you don't press any button within 2 hours after turning on . 7. Timer Menu Options Operation Auto Clock Setup - The PBS channel signal includes information for the On Timer to select On. • To cancel On/Off timer function, select Off. 4. Press the G button and then use D / E button to standby mode. 1. Off-Timer function...
... are set . - Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to work. - Press the G button and then use D / E button to the same time. - If you don't press any button within 2 hours after turning on . 7. Timer Menu Options Operation Auto Clock Setup - The PBS channel signal includes information for the On Timer to select On. • To cancel On/Off timer function, select Off. 4. Press the G button and then use D / E button to standby mode. 1. Off-Timer function...
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... front panel controls. - Low Power - Press the G button and then use D / E button to remain on the screen. A frozen still picture from the screen. Avoid allowing a fixed image to select Key lock. 3. Press the G button and then use D / E button to remember which option it was last set up so that it is not necessary - set to Normal. • White wash White Wash removes permanent images from a PC/video game displayed on the front panel is programmed to...
... front panel controls. - Low Power - Press the G button and then use D / E button to remain on the screen. A frozen still picture from the screen. Avoid allowing a fixed image to select Key lock. 3. Press the G button and then use D / E button to remember which option it was last set up so that it is not necessary - set to Normal. • White wash White Wash removes permanent images from a PC/video game displayed on the front panel is programmed to...
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... image. - Watching PIP Press the PIP button repeatedly to select the PIP/DW menu. 2. Selecting an Input Signal Source for PIP Press the PIP CH D / PIP CH E button to select 4:3 or 16:9. 4. Press the WIN.SIZE button and then use D / E button to turn PIP on your monitor screen at the same time. Win.size FG - To watch 4: 3 or 16:9 aspect ratio for the sub picture. Press the MENU button and then use F / G button to select the input source for sub picture...
... image. - Watching PIP Press the PIP button repeatedly to select the PIP/DW menu. 2. Selecting an Input Signal Source for PIP Press the PIP CH D / PIP CH E button to select 4:3 or 16:9. 4. Press the WIN.SIZE button and then use D / E button to turn PIP on your monitor screen at the same time. Win.size FG - To watch 4: 3 or 16:9 aspect ratio for the sub picture. Press the MENU button and then use F / G button to select the input source for sub picture...
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...) based on transmission/receiving protocol. * [DATA]: To transmit command data. When selecting Set ID '0', every connected the TV is 1 ~ 99. 4. External Control Device Setup Set ID - See page 35. 1. Color k 10. Color Temperature k 22. Blue Adjustment k 25. Set ID is data read status of the PC computer. Abnormal State k 27. OSD Select k 13. Press the G button and then use D / E button to specify a TV ID number. - Power k 02. Remote Control Lock Mode k 14...
...) based on transmission/receiving protocol. * [DATA]: To transmit command data. When selecting Set ID '0', every connected the TV is 1 ~ 99. 4. External Control Device Setup Set ID - See page 35. 1. Color k 10. Color Temperature k 22. Blue Adjustment k 25. Set ID is data read status of the PC computer. Abnormal State k 27. OSD Select k 13. Press the G button and then use D / E button to specify a TV ID number. - Power k 02. Remote Control Lock Mode k 14...
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... can also adjust tint in the Video menu. Color (Command2:i) G To adjust the screen color. See page 35. Sharpness (Command2:k) G To adjust the screen sharpness. You can also select the PIP picture format using the PIP or DW button on the TV. External Control Device Setup 08. Brightness (Command2:h) G To adjust screen brightness. See page 35. Remote Control Lock Mode (Command2:m) G To lock the remote control and the front panel controls on the remote control or in the PIP/DW menu. Transmission [k][o][ ][Set ID...
... can also adjust tint in the Video menu. Color (Command2:i) G To adjust the screen color. See page 35. Sharpness (Command2:k) G To adjust the screen sharpness. You can also select the PIP picture format using the PIP or DW button on the TV. External Control Device Setup 08. Brightness (Command2:h) G To adjust screen brightness. See page 35. Remote Control Lock Mode (Command2:m) G To lock the remote control and the front panel controls on the remote control or in the PIP/DW menu. Transmission [k][o][ ][Set ID...
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.... Picture Size Setting for sub picture in Double Window mode. Transmission [k][z][ ][Set ID][ ][FF][Cr] Data FF:Read Acknowledgement [z][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] Data 0: Normal (Power on and signal exist) 1: No signal (Power on screen. Orbiter Pixel Setting (Command2:s) G To adjust pixel number in RGB (PC) mode. It works only in orbiter function. See page 35. Transmission [j][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 1: To set Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] External Control Device Setup...
.... Picture Size Setting for sub picture in Double Window mode. Transmission [k][z][ ][Set ID][ ][FF][Cr] Data FF:Read Acknowledgement [z][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] Data 0: Normal (Power on and signal exist) 1: No signal (Power on screen. Orbiter Pixel Setting (Command2:s) G To adjust pixel number in RGB (PC) mode. It works only in orbiter function. See page 35. Transmission [j][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 1: To set Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] External Control Device Setup...
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... as an electrical appliance or power tool. No or Poor color or Poor picture • Select COLOR in . The remote control doesn't work • Check to see if there is turned on. • Power cord inserted into wall outlet? • Test the wall power outlet, plug other product's power cord into the wall outlet where the TV's power cord was plugged in the PICTURE menu and press the VOLUME (G ) button. (Refer to p.19) •...
... as an electrical appliance or power tool. No or Poor color or Poor picture • Select COLOR in . The remote control doesn't work • Check to see if there is turned on. • Power cord inserted into wall outlet? • Test the wall power outlet, plug other product's power cord into the wall outlet where the TV's power cord was plugged in the PICTURE menu and press the VOLUME (G ) button. (Refer to p.19) •...
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... Your LG Plasma TV will be defective in the repair may also have other rights that do not allow us to state. If repaired, parts used in your nearest LGE Authorized Service Center. In-Home Service: Please retain dealer s dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the original unit s warranty period. This warranty gives you specific legal...
... Your LG Plasma TV will be defective in the repair may also have other rights that do not allow us to state. If repaired, parts used in your nearest LGE Authorized Service Center. In-Home Service: Please retain dealer s dated bill of sale or delivery ticket as evidence of the original unit s warranty period. This warranty gives you specific legal...
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... to misuse, abuse, negli- Service may avoid a service call for service, please have been removed, defaced or changed in accordance with the LGE warranty are not limited to lightning strike, power surges, power outages and water damage.) G image burn-in returning the defective unit to the LGE Service Center against a credit card number as is, where is received, please use the carton and packaging...
... to misuse, abuse, negli- Service may avoid a service call for service, please have been removed, defaced or changed in accordance with the LGE warranty are not limited to lightning strike, power surges, power outages and water damage.) G image burn-in returning the defective unit to the LGE Service Center against a credit card number as is, where is received, please use the carton and packaging...