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OWNER'S MANUAL PLASMA TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 42PJ250 50PJ250 50PK250 60PK250 60PK280 60PK290 42PJ340 50PJ340 42PJ350 50PJ350 50PK350 50PK340 50PK540 60PK540 P/NO : SAC34173302 (1007-REV03) 42PJ550 50PJ550 50PK550 60PK550 42PJ350C 50PJ350C 50PK550C 60PK550C www.lg.com
OWNER'S MANUAL PLASMA TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 42PJ250 50PJ250 50PK250 60PK250 60PK280 60PK290 42PJ340 50PJ340 42PJ350 50PJ350 50PK350 50PK340 50PK540 60PK540 P/NO : SAC34173302 (1007-REV03) 42PJ550 50PJ550 50PK550 60PK550 42PJ350C 50PJ350C 50PK550C 60PK550C www.lg.com
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...of the device). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from LG Electronics. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to persons. The lightning...Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to the presence of the cable entry as practical. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the point of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a particular installation...
...of the device). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from LG Electronics. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is no guarantee that may cause harmful interference to persons. The lightning...Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to the presence of the cable entry as practical. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the point of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in a particular installation...
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... shock, do not place objects filled with an exact replacement part by connecting it is the disconnecting device. To reduce the risk of the TV. 13 Do not allow an impact shock or any objects to a three-prong grounded AC outlet). Do not install this product near flammable ... be certain. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 Never touch this could result in a door, or walked upon a dedicated circuit; Pay particular attention to unplug the TV. 15 WARNING - Be sure do not drop onto the screen with the power cord plugged in fire or electric shock. Short-circuit Breaker Power Supply...
... shock, do not place objects filled with an exact replacement part by connecting it is the disconnecting device. To reduce the risk of the TV. 13 Do not allow an impact shock or any objects to a three-prong grounded AC outlet). Do not install this product near flammable ... be certain. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 Never touch this could result in a door, or walked upon a dedicated circuit; Pay particular attention to unplug the TV. 15 WARNING - Be sure do not drop onto the screen with the power cord plugged in fire or electric shock. Short-circuit Breaker Power Supply...
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...outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of current to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 23 Ventilation Install your TV where there is installed, follow the precautions below. Antenna grounding according to operate a product. Do not cover the product with such ...large amount of overhead power lines or other materials (e.g.) plastic while plugged in excessively dusty places. 24 Take care not to carry larger TVs. Do not press against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Those dots are deactivated pixels and do not affect the performance and...
...outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of current to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 23 Ventilation Install your TV where there is installed, follow the precautions below. Antenna grounding according to operate a product. Do not cover the product with such ...large amount of overhead power lines or other materials (e.g.) plastic while plugged in excessively dusty places. 24 Take care not to carry larger TVs. Do not press against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Those dots are deactivated pixels and do not affect the performance and...
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...(Picture Mode 69 Manual Picture Adjustment - Auto Scan (Auto Tuning 43 - CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 FEATURE OF THIS TV 8 PREPARATION Accessories 9 Front Panel Information 10 Back Panel Information 13 Stand Instruction 15 Cable Management 17 Desktop Pedestal Installation 18 Swivel Stand 18... VESA Wall Mounting 19 Securing the TV to the wall to prevent falling when the TV is used on a stand 20 Antenna or Cable Connection 21 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP HD Receiver Setup ...
...(Picture Mode 69 Manual Picture Adjustment - Auto Scan (Auto Tuning 43 - CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 FEATURE OF THIS TV 8 PREPARATION Accessories 9 Front Panel Information 10 Back Panel Information 13 Stand Instruction 15 Cable Management 17 Desktop Pedestal Installation 18 Swivel Stand 18... VESA Wall Mounting 19 Securing the TV to the wall to prevent falling when the TV is used on a stand 20 Antenna or Cable Connection 21 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP HD Receiver Setup ...
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.../Off Time Setting 92 Sleep Timer Setting 93 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 94 Channel Blocking 97 Movie & TV Rating 98 Downloadable Rating 103 External Input Blocking 104 Key lock 105 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 106 Maintenance 108 Product Specifications 109 IR Codes 112 ...External Control Through RS-232C 114 7 User Mode 79 Balance 81 TV Speakers On/Off Setup 82 Audio Reset 83 Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup 84 Audio Language 85 On-Screen Menus Language Selection 86 ...
.../Off Time Setting 92 Sleep Timer Setting 93 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 94 Channel Blocking 97 Movie & TV Rating 98 Downloadable Rating 103 External Input Blocking 104 Key lock 105 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 106 Maintenance 108 Product Specifications 109 IR Codes 112 ...External Control Through RS-232C 114 7 User Mode 79 Balance 81 TV Speakers On/Off Setup 82 Audio Reset 83 Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup 84 Audio Language 85 On-Screen Menus Language Selection 86 ...
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...professional certification by the user to experience the best their LG HDTV has to offer. Please contact your TV through the ISFccc mode. It allows the viewer to prevent image burn, avoid displaying a fixed image on the TV for LCD, 1 or more pixels, 16:9 aspect-...the sound of HDMI Licensing LLC." Using a sophisticated algorithm, the LG processes picture quality elements including brightness, contrast, color, sharpness and white balance. IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO PREVENT "IMAGE BURN / BURN-IN" ON YOUR TV SCREEN I In order to quickly switch between common settings. Sophisticated and...
...professional certification by the user to experience the best their LG HDTV has to offer. Please contact your TV through the ISFccc mode. It allows the viewer to prevent image burn, avoid displaying a fixed image on the TV for LCD, 1 or more pixels, 16:9 aspect-...the sound of HDMI Licensing LLC." Using a sophisticated algorithm, the LG processes picture quality elements including brightness, contrast, color, sharpness and white balance. IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO PREVENT "IMAGE BURN / BURN-IN" ON YOUR TV SCREEN I In order to quickly switch between common settings. Sophisticated and...
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...close to the wall plug. PREPARATION PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that may differ from the images below. Excessive pressure may cause (Not included with your TV. close to reduce the elec- Install the Ferrite core on the exterior only with the polishing cloth. ENERGY SAVING 1 AV MODE INPUT ...) jack on the display. Wind the PC Audio cable on the ferrite core twice, and Ferrite Core then plug the cables into the TV as shown in the PC Audio cable. Ferrite Core tromagnetic waves that the following accessories are included with all models) scratch or discoloration....
...close to the wall plug. PREPARATION PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that may differ from the images below. Excessive pressure may cause (Not included with your TV. close to reduce the elec- Install the Ferrite core on the exterior only with the polishing cloth. ENERGY SAVING 1 AV MODE INPUT ...) jack on the display. Wind the PC Audio cable on the ferrite core twice, and Ferrite Core then plug the cables into the TV as shown in the PC Audio cable. Ferrite Core tromagnetic waves that the following accessories are included with all models) scratch or discoloration....
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ENTER VOL CH Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Remote Control Sensor ENTER VOL CH POWER INPUT Button Button MENU Button ENTER Button VOLUME Buttons CHANNEL Buttons ENTER You can operate the button just by touching the button lightly with your TV. 50/60PK550, 50/60PK540, 42/50PJ550, 50/60PK550C Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. The LED is off while the TV remains on. PREPARATION PREPARATION FRONT PANEL INFORMATION I Image shown may differ from your finger. 10
ENTER VOL CH Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Remote Control Sensor ENTER VOL CH POWER INPUT Button Button MENU Button ENTER Button VOLUME Buttons CHANNEL Buttons ENTER You can operate the button just by touching the button lightly with your TV. 50/60PK550, 50/60PK540, 42/50PJ550, 50/60PK550C Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. The LED is off while the TV remains on. PREPARATION PREPARATION FRONT PANEL INFORMATION I Image shown may differ from your finger. 10
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PREPARATION 50/60PK250, 42/50PJ250, 60PK280, 60PK290 Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. ENTER VOL CH Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. The LED is off while the TV remains on. Remote Control Sensor ENTER VOL CH POWER INPUT Button Button MENU Button ENTER Button VOLUME Buttons CHANNEL Buttons ENTER You can operate the button just by touching the button lightly with your finger. 11
PREPARATION 50/60PK250, 42/50PJ250, 60PK280, 60PK290 Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. ENTER VOL CH Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. The LED is off while the TV remains on. Remote Control Sensor ENTER VOL CH POWER INPUT Button Button MENU Button ENTER Button VOLUME Buttons CHANNEL Buttons ENTER You can operate the button just by touching the button lightly with your finger. 11
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... Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to any impact.It may break, causing possible injury from fragments of glass, or the TV may be damaged. 12 G Do not drag the TV. G Do not step on . The LED is off while the TV remains on the glass stand or subject it to the surrounding conditions.
... Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to any impact.It may break, causing possible injury from fragments of glass, or the TV may be damaged. 12 G Do not drag the TV. G Do not step on . The LED is off while the TV remains on the glass stand or subject it to the surrounding conditions.
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Supports standard definition video only (480i). 8 ANTENNA/CABLE IN Connect over-the air signals to operate the TV on DC power. 13 RGB IN (PC) Analog PC Connection. Supports HD. Caution: Never attempt to this port doesn't work. 3 RS-232C IN (CONTROL ...'t support 480i. Supports HD video and Digital audio. R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R HDMI IN 3 SERVICE ONLY R R PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION I Image shown may differ from your TV. 42/50PJ250, 50/60PK250, 60PK280, 42/50PJ340, 50/60PK540, 50PK340 9 1 7 10 AV IN 2 2 4 5 7 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) REMOTE ...
Supports standard definition video only (480i). 8 ANTENNA/CABLE IN Connect over-the air signals to operate the TV on DC power. 13 RGB IN (PC) Analog PC Connection. Supports HD. Caution: Never attempt to this port doesn't work. 3 RS-232C IN (CONTROL ...'t support 480i. Supports HD video and Digital audio. R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R HDMI IN 3 SERVICE ONLY R R PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION I Image shown may differ from your TV. 42/50PJ250, 50/60PK250, 60PK280, 42/50PJ340, 50/60PK540, 50PK340 9 1 7 10 AV IN 2 2 4 5 7 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) REMOTE ...
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...-the air signals to this jack. Supports HD video and Digital audio. AUDIO IN (RGB) 4 1/8" headphone jack for viewing photos and listening to operate the TV on DC power. 14 Uses a D-sub 15 pin cable (VGA cable). R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R HDMI IN 3 USB IN R R PREPARATION 42/50PJ350, 50PK350, 50/60PK550, 42...
...-the air signals to this jack. Supports HD video and Digital audio. AUDIO IN (RGB) 4 1/8" headphone jack for viewing photos and listening to operate the TV on DC power. 14 Uses a D-sub 15 pin cable (VGA cable). R VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R HDMI IN 3 USB IN R R PREPARATION 42/50PJ350, 50PK350, 50/60PK550, 42...
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Installation (Except 60PK250, 60PK540, 60PK550, 60PK280, 60PK290, 60PK550C) 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from your TV. x 4 M4x28 15 x 3 M5x14 Stand Body Stand Base 3 Assemble the TV as shown. 4 Fix the 4 bolts securely using the holes in the back of the TV. PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION I Image shown may differ from damage. 2 Assemble the parts of the Stand Body with the Stand Base of the TV.
Installation (Except 60PK250, 60PK540, 60PK550, 60PK280, 60PK290, 60PK550C) 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from your TV. x 4 M4x28 15 x 3 M5x14 Stand Body Stand Base 3 Assemble the TV as shown. 4 Fix the 4 bolts securely using the holes in the back of the TV. PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION I Image shown may differ from damage. 2 Assemble the parts of the Stand Body with the Stand Base of the TV.
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...cushioned surface to the Outsides.) Press the PROTECTION COVER into the TV until you hear it click. 16 PROTECTION COVER (Fix a Guide to protect the screen from damage. 2 Loose the bolts from TV. (42/50PJ250, 50PK250, 42/50PJ340, 42/50PJ350, 50PK350, 50PK340, 50PK540, 42/...50PJ550, 50PK550, 42/50PJ350C, 50PK550C) (60PK250, 60PK540, 60PK550, 60PK280, 60PK290, 60PK550C) 3 Detach the stand from TV. x 4 M4x28 x 5 M4x30 Protection Cover After removing...
...cushioned surface to the Outsides.) Press the PROTECTION COVER into the TV until you hear it click. 16 PROTECTION COVER (Fix a Guide to protect the screen from damage. 2 Loose the bolts from TV. (42/50PJ250, 50PK250, 42/50PJ340, 42/50PJ350, 50PK350, 50PK340, 50PK540, 42/...50PJ550, 50PK550, 42/50PJ350C, 50PK550C) (60PK250, 60PK540, 60PK550, 60PK280, 60PK290, 60PK550C) 3 Detach the stand from TV. x 4 M4x28 x 5 M4x30 Protection Cover After removing...
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PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT I Image shown may differ from your TV. 1 After connecting the cables as necessary, install CABLE HOLDER as shown and bundle the cables. CABLE HOLDER 17 To connect additional equipment, see EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section.
PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT I Image shown may differ from your TV. 1 After connecting the cables as necessary, install CABLE HOLDER as shown and bundle the cables. CABLE HOLDER 17 To connect additional equipment, see EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section.
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G Do not mount near or above any type of 4 inches on all models.) After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV manually to suit your TV. PREPARATION 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. SWIVEL STAND (This feature is not available for all four sides from your viewing position. 18 For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of heat source.
G Do not mount near or above any type of 4 inches on all models.) After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV manually to suit your TV. PREPARATION 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. SWIVEL STAND (This feature is not available for all four sides from your viewing position. 18 For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of heat source.
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... wall mount is not liable for assembly are shown in severe personal injury. G Do not use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to the floor. LG recommends that you use screws longer then the standard dimension, as they may cause damage to the inside... to electric shock. 19 Model VESA (A * B) A Standard Screw Quantity B Wall Mounting bracket (sold separately) 50PK550, 42/50PJ340 42/50PJ350, 42/50PJ250 50PK250, 50PK340,...
... wall mount is not liable for assembly are shown in severe personal injury. G Do not use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to the floor. LG recommends that you use screws longer then the standard dimension, as they may cause damage to the inside... to electric shock. 19 Model VESA (A * B) A Standard Screw Quantity B Wall Mounting bracket (sold separately) 50PK550, 42/50PJ340 42/50PJ350, 42/50PJ250 50PK250, 50PK340,...
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... wall. It is mounted on the wall to the holes in a forward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product. I Insert the eye-bolts (or TV brackets and bolts) to tighten the product to the wall as shown in the upper holes. NOTE G Use a platform or cabinet strong enough and large... enough to support the size and weight of the bracket on the wall and the one on or hang from the TV. We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it becomes horizontal between the wall and the product. ! Additionally, we recommend that is safer to tie...
... wall. It is mounted on the wall to the holes in a forward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product. I Insert the eye-bolts (or TV brackets and bolts) to tighten the product to the wall as shown in the upper holes. NOTE G Use a platform or cabinet strong enough and large... enough to support the size and weight of the bracket on the wall and the one on or hang from the TV. We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it becomes horizontal between the wall and the product. ! Additionally, we recommend that is safer to tie...
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...direction if needed. I To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly. Cable Cable TV Wall Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Single-family Dwellings /Houses (Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna) ANTENNA /CABLE IN Copper ...Wire Be careful not to wall antenna socket) Outdoor Antenna (VHF, UHF) 2. I To prevent damage do not connect to be split for two TV's, install a 2-Way Signal Splitter. ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION R 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box...
...direction if needed. I To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly. Cable Cable TV Wall Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Single-family Dwellings /Houses (Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna) ANTENNA /CABLE IN Copper ...Wire Be careful not to wall antenna socket) Outdoor Antenna (VHF, UHF) 2. I To prevent damage do not connect to be split for two TV's, install a 2-Way Signal Splitter. ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION R 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box...