LG 37LG50 Owner's Manual
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LCD TV
OWNER'S MANUAL
37LG50
42LG50
47LG50
52LG50
42LG50DC
47LG50DC
52LG50DC
42LG55
47LG55
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the set.
See the label attached on the back cover and quote
this information to your dealer
when you require service.
An extended owner's manual that contains information
on the advanced features of these LG TV sets is located
on the CD-ROM provided in an electronic version.
To read these files, you will need to use personal computer
(PC) equipped with a CD-ROM drive.
P/NO : MFL34797082 (0810-REV03)
Printed in Korea
www.lgusa.com

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  • Page 1 An extended owner’s manual that contains information on the advanced features of these LG TV sets is located on the CD-ROM provided in an electronic version. To read these files, you will need to use personal computer (PC) equipped with a CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 2: Warning / Caution

    Do not attempt to modify this product in any way cable ground shall be connected to the grounding sys- without written authorization from LG Electronics. tem of the building, as close to the point of the cable Unauthorized modification could void the user’s entry as practical.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, Do not use this apparatus near water. or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall A A N N T T E E N N N N A A S S outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension O O u u t t d d o o o o r r a a n n t t e e n n n n a a g g r r o o u u n n d d i i n n g g cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the cracked wire insulation are dangerous.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    To view the Owner's Manual on the CD-ROM, Adobe Acrobat Reader must be installed on your PC. The “ACRORD" folder on the CD-ROM contains the installation programs for them. If you want to install those programs, Open the “My Computer” Open the “LG” Open the “ACRORD”...
  • Page 6: Preparation

    PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. The accessories included may differ from the images below. For further information, see the the Owner's Manual files supplied CD-ROM. 1.5V 1.5V Copyright©...
  • Page 7: Front Panel Information

    FRONT PANEL INFORMATION Image 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). CHANNEL ( Buttons Intelligent Sensor...
  • Page 8: Back Panel Information

    PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION Image shown may differ from your TV. ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RGB IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL IN (Except (RGB/DVI) 42/47/52LG50DC) HDMI/DVI IN RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO VIDEO MONO...
  • Page 9: Remote Control Functions

    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 POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on the mode.
  • Page 10: Stand Instruction

    PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION Image shown may differ from your TV. INSTALLATION ( DETACHMENT Only 37/42LG5*) Carefully place the TV screen side down on a Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cush- cushioned surface to protect the screen from ioned surface to protect the screen from damage.
  • Page 11: 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 be performed by a qualified professional installer.
  • Page 12: Cable Management

    PREPARATION PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. 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 13: Desktop Pedestal Installation

    DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION Image shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations. CAUTION Do not mount near or above any type of heat source.
  • Page 14: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Prevent Falling When The Tv Is Used On A Stand

    PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND You 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. Additionally, we recommend that the TV be attached to a wall so it cannot be pulled in a forward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product.
  • Page 15: Antenna Or Cable Connection

    To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments Wall (Connect to wall antenna socket)
  • Page 16: External Equipment Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. Image shown may differ from your TV. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if you do receive digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device, refer to the figure as shown below.
  • Page 17: Dvd Setup

    DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the DVD to the C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I N N V V I I D D E E O O 1 1 jacks on the TV. Match the jack colors ( Y = green, P = red ) .
  • Page 18: Vcr Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection 1. How to connect ANT IN S-VIDEO VIDEO Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and VCR.
  • Page 19: Pc Setup

    PC SETUP RGB IN VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) 1. How to connect I IN Connect the VGA output of the PC to the R R G G B B ( ( P P C C ) ) jack on the TV.
  • Page 20: Watching Tv

    WATCHING TV TURNING ON TV First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. , I I N N P P U U T T , ( ( ) ) button on the TV or press the P P O O W W E E R R , In standby mode to turn TV on, press the I I N N P P U U T T , C C H H ( ( ) ) , N N u u m m b b e e r r ( ( 0 0 ~9 9 ) ) button on the remote control.
  • Page 21: Initial Setting

    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 22: Quick Menu / Favorite Channel Setup

    WATCHING TV QUICK MENU / FAVORITE CHANNEL SETUP Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features Q.MENU which users might use frequently. Q. MENU Display each menu. Q.Menu Aspect Ratio 16:9 Make appropriate adjustments. Backlight Clear Voice Vivid Picture Mode Q.
  • Page 23 Select the desired picture format: Set by program, Aspect Ratio PICTURE 4:3, 16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, Just Scan. PICTURE Select the Intelligent Sensor, Vivid, Standard, Move Enter Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Cinema, Sport, Game, Expert1, Expert2. Picture Mode : Standard Adjust the Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, •...
  • Page 24 WATCHING TV OPTION Select your desired language for on screen menus Language : English, Spanish, French. OPTION Move Enter Set a label to each input source. Language : English Input Label Input Label Control and play other AV devices connected to the SIMPLINK : On SIMPLINK...
  • Page 25 INPUT INPUT Select desired input sources. Move Enter Input Antenna Cable Component1 Component2 RGB-PC HDMI1 HDMI2 Move Enter Use Photo List or Music List. Photo List Music List...
  • Page 26: Usb

    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 U U S S B B I I N N It doesn’t support USB HDD jacks on the side of TV.
  • Page 27: Photo List

    PHOTO LIST You can view .JPG files from USB storage devices. The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Screen Components MENU ENTER ENTER Select P P h h o o t t o o L L i i s s t t . Select U U S S B B .
  • Page 28 Full Screen Menu You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the USB Device screen. More operations are available in full screen mode. Photo List Page 2/3 No Marked Free Space 150MB Drive1 Upper KY103 03/30/2008 JMJ001 KY101 KY104 06/10/2008...
  • Page 29: 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 30 Music Selection and Popup Menu Up to 6 music titles are listed per page. USB Device Music List Page 1/1 No Marked Free Space 150MB Drive1 Title Play Time Select the target folder or drive. Arirang Upper Arirang 04:12 Good Bye 05:30 Select the desired musics.
  • Page 31: Appendix

    APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING T T h h e e o o p p e e r r a a t t i i o o n n d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k n n o o r r m m a a l l l l y y . . Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction.
  • Page 32 T T h h e e a a u u d d i i o o f f u u n n c c t t i i o o n n d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k . . Press the VOL or VOLUME button.
  • Page 33: 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 off your screen for a while.
  • Page 34: Product Specifications

    APPENDIX PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 42LG50 (42LG50-UG) 37LG50 MODELS 42LG50DC (42LG50DC-UG) (37LG50-UG) 42LG55 (42LG55-UE) 36.8 x 26.9 x 1 1.5 inches 40.7 x 28.9 x 1 1.5 inches With stand Dimensions 936.4 x 685.4 x 293.4 mm 1034.0 x 735.0 x 294.0 mm (Width x Height 36.8 x 24.1 x 3.4 inches...

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