Owner's Manual (English)
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See the label attached on the back cover and quote this manual carefully before operating your dealer when you require service. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 37LG50 42LG50 47LG50 52LG50 42LG50DC 47LG50DC 52LG50DC 42LG55 47LG55 Please read this information to your set . Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set . P/NO : SAC30708033 (0810-REV03) www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca
See the label attached on the back cover and quote this manual carefully before operating your dealer when you require service. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 37LG50 42LG50 47LG50 52LG50 42LG50DC 47LG50DC 52LG50DC 42LG55 47LG55 Please read this information to your set . Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set . P/NO : SAC30708033 (0810-REV03) www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca
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...25 PC Setup 26 USB Connection 32 Audio Out Connection 33 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Remote Control Functions 34 Turning On the TV 36 Channel Selection 36 Volume Adjustment 36 Quick Menu / Favorite Channel Setup 37 Initial Setting 38 On-Screen Menus Selection 39 Channel Setup - Add / Delete ... 45 SIMPLINK 46 USB Entry Modes 48 Photo List 49 Music List 53 PICTURE CONTROL Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control 56 Preset Picture Settings - Preset 58 Color Tone - Black (Darkness) Level 63 Advanced Control - Real Cinema 65 Picture Reset 66 Power Indicator 67 6...
...25 PC Setup 26 USB Connection 32 Audio Out Connection 33 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Remote Control Functions 34 Turning On the TV 36 Channel Selection 36 Volume Adjustment 36 Quick Menu / Favorite Channel Setup 37 Initial Setting 38 On-Screen Menus Selection 39 Channel Setup - Add / Delete ... 45 SIMPLINK 46 USB Entry Modes 48 Photo List 49 Music List 53 PICTURE CONTROL Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control 56 Preset Picture Settings - Preset 58 Color Tone - Black (Darkness) Level 63 Advanced Control - Real Cinema 65 Picture Reset 66 Power Indicator 67 6...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...LANGUAGE CONTROL Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume 68 Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode) 69 Sound Setting Adjustment - Analog Broadcasting System Captions 78 - Caption Option 80 TIME SETTING Clock Setting - User Mode 70 Clear Voice 71 Balance 72 TV Speakers On/Off Setup 73 Audio Reset 74 Stereo/SAP... Clock Setup 81 Manual Clock Setup 82 Auto On/Off Time Setting 83 Sleep Timer Setting 84 Auto Shut-off Setting 85 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 86 Channel Blocking 89 Movie & TV Rating 90 Downloadable Rating 95 External Input Blocking 96 Key lock ...
...LANGUAGE CONTROL Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume 68 Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode) 69 Sound Setting Adjustment - Analog Broadcasting System Captions 78 - Caption Option 80 TIME SETTING Clock Setting - User Mode 70 Clear Voice 71 Balance 72 TV Speakers On/Off Setup 73 Audio Reset 74 Stereo/SAP... Clock Setup 81 Manual Clock Setup 82 Auto On/Off Time Setting 83 Sleep Timer Setting 84 Auto Shut-off Setting 85 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 86 Channel Blocking 89 Movie & TV Rating 90 Downloadable Rating 95 External Input Blocking 96 Key lock ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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I Image shown may differ from your TV. Illuminates blue when the set is included with your TV, use it). And then wipe the TV with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is switched on. (Can be adjusted using Power Indicator in standby mode. G p.67) Remote ...Buttons VOL ENTER MENU INPUT VOLUME (+, -) Buttons ENTER Button MENU Button INPUT Button 10 PREPARATION PREPARATION FRONT PANEL INFORMATION I NOTE: If your TV has a protection tape attached, remove the tape. Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in the ...
I Image shown may differ from your TV. Illuminates blue when the set is included with your TV, use it). And then wipe the TV with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is switched on. (Can be adjusted using Power Indicator in standby mode. G p.67) Remote ...Buttons VOL ENTER MENU INPUT VOLUME (+, -) Buttons ENTER Button MENU Button INPUT Button 10 PREPARATION PREPARATION FRONT PANEL INFORMATION I NOTE: If your TV has a protection tape attached, remove the tape. Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in the ...
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... I Image shown may cause injury. 15 For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of the product) Desk WARNING G To prevent TV from falling over, the TV should be pulled in a forward/backward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product. Stand 1-Screw (provided as parts of... CAUTION G Ensure adequate ventilation by 20 degrees to suit your TV. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the floor/wall per installation instructions. ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK (Only 37/42LG5*) The TV must be attached to a desk so it cannot be securely...
... I Image shown may cause injury. 15 For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of the product) Desk WARNING G To prevent TV from falling over, the TV should be pulled in a forward/backward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product. Stand 1-Screw (provided as parts of... CAUTION G Ensure adequate ventilation by 20 degrees to suit your TV. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the floor/wall per installation instructions. ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK (Only 37/42LG5*) The TV must be attached to a desk so it cannot be securely...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... off of the bracket on the wall and the one on or hang from the TV. Secure the wall brackets with the bolts (sold separately) to tie the product. Additionally, we recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it becomes horizontal between the wall and the product. ! ...Match the height of the TV. PREPARATION PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND I You should purchase necessary ...
... off of the bracket on the wall and the one on or hang from the TV. Secure the wall brackets with the bolts (sold separately) to tie the product. Additionally, we recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it becomes horizontal between the wall and the product. ! ...Match the height of the TV. PREPARATION PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND I You should purchase necessary ...
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... 1 Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the digital set -top box. operation) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set -top box to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on the TV. 2. How to use I Select the Component 1 input source on... = red). 2 Connect the audio output of the digital settop box to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO 1 jacks on the TV. However, if you have finished connecting all equipment. I Image shown may differ from a digital set -top box. Y PB PR L R 1 2 RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMOTE (RGB/DVI) CONTROL DVI IN (C 2 Y...
... 1 Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the digital set -top box. operation) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set -top box to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on the TV. 2. How to use I Select the Component 1 input source on... = red). 2 Connect the audio output of the digital settop box to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO 1 jacks on the TV. However, if you have finished connecting all equipment. I Image shown may differ from a digital set -top box. Y PB PR L R 1 2 RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMOTE (RGB/DVI) CONTROL DVI IN (C 2 Y...
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.... 2. How to use I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set -top box to connect 1 Connect the digital set -top box.) I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. How to...
.... 2. How to use I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set -top box to connect 1 Connect the digital set -top box.) I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. How to...
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DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audio connection is required for the digital set-top box.) I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. * HDMI 3: Except 42/47/52LG50DC ! RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMO (RGB/DVI) CONTRO HDMI/DVI IN 2 1...DVI-DTV OUTPUT L R 20 NOTE G A DVI to the A U D I O (RGB/DVI) jack 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 PC audio output to HDMI cable or adapter is necessary. How to use...
DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audio connection is required for the digital set-top box.) I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. * HDMI 3: Except 42/47/52LG50DC ! RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMO (RGB/DVI) CONTRO HDMI/DVI IN 2 1...DVI-DTV OUTPUT L R 20 NOTE G A DVI to the A U D I O (RGB/DVI) jack 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 PC audio output to HDMI cable or adapter is necessary. How to use...
Owner's Manual (English)
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I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number. the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the TV. How to connect 1 Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR. How to use I If the 4:3 picture format is not covered by warranty... antenna in socket of the VCR to the ANTENNA/CABLE IN sock- I To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner's manual.) EO L(MONO...
I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number. the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the TV. How to connect 1 Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR. How to use I If the 4:3 picture format is not covered by warranty... antenna in socket of the VCR to the ANTENNA/CABLE IN sock- I To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner's manual.) EO L(MONO...
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I Operate the corresponding external equipment. I If connected to AV IN1 input, select the A V 1 input source on the remote control. VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R HDMI IN 3 USB IN Camcorder Video Game Set VIDEO L R 1 AV IN 2 25 Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to connect 1 Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP 1. How to use I Select the A V 2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV.
I Operate the corresponding external equipment. I If connected to AV IN1 input, select the A V 1 input source on the remote control. VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R HDMI IN 3 USB IN Camcorder Video Game Set VIDEO L R 1 AV IN 2 25 Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to connect 1 Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP 1. How to use I Select the A V 2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV.
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...HDMI Connection 1. I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the PC and the TV. DVI IN ( 2 Y 1 PB PR L R VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN 1 2 DVI to the TV's settings. VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMOT (RGB/DVI)... CONTROL 1. How to connect 1 Connect the VGA output of the PC to the HDMI/DVI I N 1, 2, or 3* jack on the TV. 2 Connect the PC audio output to use I Turn ...
...HDMI Connection 1. I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3* input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the PC and the TV. DVI IN ( 2 Y 1 PB PR L R VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN 1 2 DVI to the TV's settings. VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMOT (RGB/DVI)... CONTROL 1. How to connect 1 Connect the VGA output of the PC to the HDMI/DVI I N 1, 2, or 3* jack on the TV. 2 Connect the PC audio output to use I Turn ...
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...a HDMI to be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ! G Depending on the graphics card, some resolution settings may be positioned on the screen. Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC) Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 640x350 31.468 70.09... 720x400 31.469 70.08 640x480 31.469 59.94 800x600 35.156 37.879 56.25 60.31 1024x768 48.363 56.476 60.00 70.06 1280x768 47.776 59.87 1280x1024 63.981 60.02 ...
...a HDMI to be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ! G Depending on the graphics card, some resolution settings may be positioned on the screen. Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC) Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 640x350 31.468 70.09... 720x400 31.469 70.08 640x480 31.469 59.94 800x600 35.156 37.879 56.25 60.31 1024x768 48.363 56.476 60.00 70.06 1280x768 47.776 59.87 1280x1024 63.981 60.02 ...
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... Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • Reset Screen (RGB-PC) 1 MENU 2 ENTER 3 ENTER Select PICTURE. To Set Yes No • If the position of the image is still not correct, try Auto adjustment again. • If picture needs to be adjusted again... SETUP 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. SCREEN Resolution Auto config.
... Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • Reset Screen (RGB-PC) 1 MENU 2 ENTER 3 ENTER Select PICTURE. To Set Yes No • If the position of the image is still not correct, try Auto adjustment again. • If picture needs to be adjusted again... SETUP 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. SCREEN Resolution Auto config.
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... No 31 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, S i z e, and Phase to the default factory settings. PICTURE Move Enter E • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • ...
... No 31 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, S i z e, and Phase to the default factory settings. PICTURE Move Enter E • Backlight 80 • Contrast 90 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • ...
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... IN 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R 2 33 How to connect 1 Connect audio outputs to the digital audio input on the audio equipment. 3 Set the "TV Speaker option - Off" in the AUDIO menu. (G p.73). See the external audio equipment instruction manual for operation. ! GB/DVI) RS-232C IN... AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) L R AV IN 1 2 Set the "TV Speaker option - EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV's audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. G Block the SPDIF out (optical/coaxial) about ...
... IN 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R 2 33 How to connect 1 Connect audio outputs to the digital audio input on the audio equipment. 3 Set the "TV Speaker option - Off" in the AUDIO menu. (G p.73). See the external audio equipment instruction manual for operation. ! GB/DVI) RS-232C IN... AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) L R AV IN 1 2 Set the "TV Speaker option - EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV's audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. G Block the SPDIF out (optical/coaxial) about ...
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WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on -screen displays and return to TV viewing from one full set of screen information to the next one. G p.37 MUTE Switch the sound on or off , ...depending on or off . G p.36 CHANNEL Select available channels. G p.37 MENU Displays the main menu. VOLUME UP Increase...
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on -screen displays and return to TV viewing from one full set of screen information to the next one. G p.37 MUTE Switch the sound on or off , ...depending on or off . G p.36 CHANNEL Select available channels. G p.37 MENU Displays the main menu. VOLUME UP Increase...
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... CONTROL Installing Batteries I Open the battery compartment cover on -screen menus and adjust the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to TV. I Install two 1.5V AAA batteries. THUMBSTICK Navigate the on the back side and install the batteries matching correct polarity (+with +,-with new.... SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. When you select and set images and sounds.
... CONTROL Installing Batteries I Open the battery compartment cover on -screen menus and adjust the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to TV. I Install two 1.5V AAA batteries. THUMBSTICK Navigate the on the back side and install the batteries matching correct polarity (+with +,-with new.... SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. When you select and set images and sounds.
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... on the remote control. I In standby mode to switch the sound off, press the MUTE button. 3 You can cancel the Mute function by using the TV, press the POWER button on the remote control. 2 Select the viewing source by pressing the MUTE or VOL (+ or -) button. 36 The... press the POWER, INPUT, CH( or ), Number (0~9) button on the remote control. I This TV is programmed to remember which power state it was last set to standby mode. At this moment, the TV switches to , even if the power cord is out. 3 When finished using the INPUT button on vacation, disconnect the power...
... on the remote control. I In standby mode to switch the sound off, press the MUTE button. 3 You can cancel the Mute function by using the TV, press the POWER button on the remote control. 2 Select the viewing source by pressing the MUTE or VOL (+ or -) button. 36 The... press the POWER, INPUT, CH( or ), Number (0~9) button on the remote control. I This TV is programmed to remember which power state it was last set to standby mode. At this moment, the TV switches to , even if the power cord is out. 3 When finished using the INPUT button on vacation, disconnect the power...
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... . Enter 1 ENTER Enter RETURN Exit Start Auto Tuning. ! WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INITIAL SETTING This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for use in retail environments. I "In-store" Mode is "H o m e". Mode Setting Step1. Time Setting Step2. Time Setting Current Time Setting Year Month Date Hour Minute Time Zone Daylight Saving...
... . Enter 1 ENTER Enter RETURN Exit Start Auto Tuning. ! WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INITIAL SETTING This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for use in retail environments. I "In-store" Mode is "H o m e". Mode Setting Step1. Time Setting Step2. Time Setting Current Time Setting Year Month Date Hour Minute Time Zone Daylight Saving...