LG 32LG30 Owner's Manual
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ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving
guidelines issued by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency(EPA).
As an ENERGY STAR
Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc.
has determined that this
product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines
for energy efficiency.
LCD TV
PLASMA TV
OWNER'S MANUAL
LCD TV MODEL
PLASMA TV MODELS
32LG30
37LG50
42PG60
37LG30
42LG50
50PG60
42LG30
47LG50
60PG60
52LG50
32LG60
32LG70
37LG60
42LG70
42LG60
47LG70
47LG60
52LG70
52LG60
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.
P/NO : SAC30708020 (0801-REV01)
www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca

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  • Page 1 ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines P/NO : SAC30708020 (0801-REV01) for energy efficiency. www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca...
  • Page 3: Warning / Caution

    This reminder is provided to call the CATV system Do not attempt to modify this product in any way installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National without written authorization from LG Electronics. Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for Unauthorized modification could void the user’s...
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the apparatus.
  • Page 5 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, of the appliance, and have the cord replaced or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with an exact replacement part by an authorized with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use servicer.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION Channel Setup ......- Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) ......SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .
  • Page 7 SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL APPENDIX Troubleshooting 1 1 8 Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) ..........
  • Page 8: Feature Of This Tv

    FEATURE OF THIS TV Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. “ Dolby “and the double-D symbol are trademarks of TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under Dolby Laboratories. license from SRS Labs, Inc. FOR LCD TV If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker”...
  • Page 9: Preparation

    F F o o r r L L C C D D T T V V m m o o d d e e l l s s 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50, 32/42/47/52LG70 (Only 32/37/42LG30, 37/42LG50, (Only 32LG30/70) 32/42LG70) Bolts for stand assembly...
  • Page 10: Front Panel Information

    PREPARATION 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). Plasma TV Models Remote Control Sensor POWER Button...
  • Page 11 LCD TV Models 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50 CHANNEL ( Buttons Intelligent Sensor (Except 32/37/42LG30) Adjusts picture according to the surrounding VOLUME (+, -) conditions Buttons Power/Standby Indicator ENTER Illuminates red in standby mode. ENTER Button Illuminates blue when the set is switched on. MENU (Can be adjusted using P P o o w w e e r r I I n n d d i i c c a a t t o o r r in MENU Button...
  • Page 12: Back Panel Information

    PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION Image shown may differ from your TV. Plasma TV Models AV IN 2 ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RGB IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO REMOTE HDMI/DVI IN RGB(PC) CONTROL IN OPTICAL COAXIAL (RGB/DVI) RS-232C IN COMPONENT IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) AUDIO OUT AUDIO AUDIO...
  • Page 13 LCD TV Models 32/37/42LG30 ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RGB IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) OPTICAL CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) HDMI/DVI IN RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO MONO COMPONENT IN AV IN 2 37/42/47/52LG50 ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RGB IN...
  • Page 14 PREPARATION Image shown may differ from your TV. LCD TV Models 32/42/47/52LG70 ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RGB IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT HDMI/DVI IN AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) OPTICAL COAXIAL CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO MONO AUDIO...
  • Page 15 HDMI/DVI IN, HDMI IN AUDIO OUT Digital Connection. Analog audio output for use with amps and home theater systems. Supports HD video and Digital audio. Doesn’t support 480i. Accepts DVI video using an adapter or HDMI to AV (Audio/Video) IN DVI cable (not included) Analog composite connection.
  • Page 16: Stand Installation

    PREPARATION STAND INSTALLATION Image shown may differ from your TV. Only 42PG60 Only 32/37/42LG30, 37/42LG50, 32/42LG70 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage.
  • Page 17 Only 32/37/42LG60 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. Assemble the parts of the S S T T A A N N D D B B O O D D Y Y with C C O O V V E E R R B B A A S S E E of the TV.
  • Page 18: Cable Management

    PREPARATION CABLE MANAGEMENT Image shown may differ from your TV. Plasma TV Models Connect the cables as necessary. To connect additional equipment, see the EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section. Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP as shown. If your TV has the CABLE HOLDER, install it as shown and bundle the cables.
  • Page 19 LCD TV Models 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50, 32/37/42/47/52LG60 32/42/47/52LG70 Align the hole with the tab on the C C A A B B L L E E Connect the cables as necessary. M M A A N N A A G G E E M M E E N N T T C C L L I I P P . To connect additional equipment, see the Turn the C C A A B B L L E E M M A A N N A A G G E E M M E E N N T T C C L L I I P P as EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section.
  • Page 20: Desktop Pedestal Installation

    ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK (Only 32LG30/70) The TV must be attached to a desk so it cannot be pulled in a forward/backward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product. Use only an attached screw.
  • Page 21: Vesa Wall Mounting

    This TV accepts VESA FDMI compliant mounts via the four screw holes on the back of the TV. These mounts are sold by third parties and not available from LG. Refer to the instructions included with the mount for more info.
  • Page 22: Protection Cover

    PREPARATION PROTECTION COVER Image shown may differ from your TV. You can remove the stand before installing the TV on a wall mount by performing the previous stand instructions in reverse. After removing the stand, install the included p p r r o o t t e e c c t t i i o o n n c c o o v v e e r r over the hole for the stand. Insert the P P R R O O T T E E C C T T I I O O N N C C O O V V E E R R into the TV until clicking sound.
  • Page 23: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Prevent Falling

    SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING 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 24: Antenna Or Cable Connection

    PREPARATION 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 25: 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 26 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Plasma TV, 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50, 32/42/47/52LG70 RGB IN DIGI AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) RS-232 (CONTROL & VIDEO AUDIO S-VIDEO COMPONENT IN 32/37/42/47/52LG60 1 (DVI) AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (RGB/DVI) COAXIAL RGB(PC) OPTICAL ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RS-232C IN TROL &...
  • Page 27 HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the digital set-top box to H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 , 2 2 , 3 3 , or 4 4 jack on the TV. No separate audio connection is necessary.
  • Page 28 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50 Plasma TV, 32/42/47/52LG70 RGB IN RGB IN HDMI/DVI IN RGB(PC) RGB(PC) HDMI/DVI IN VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO COMPON HDMI-DTV OUTPUT HDMI-DTV OUTPUT 32/37/42/47/52LG60 1 (DVI) AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (RGB/DVI) COAXIAL RGB(PC) OPTICAL ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RS-232C IN (CONTROL &...
  • Page 29 DVI to HDMI Connection NOTE A DVI to HDMI cable or adapter is required for this connection. DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audio connection is necessary. 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50 Plasma TV, 32/42/47/52LG70 RGB IN RGB IN HDMI/DVI IN AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) AUDIO...
  • Page 30 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 32/37/42/47/52LG60 1 (DVI) AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (RGB/DVI) COAXIAL RGB(PC) OPTICAL ANTENNA/ CABLE IN RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) REMOTE CONTROL IN DVI-DTV OUTPUT 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 jack on the TV. Connect the PC audio output to the A A U U D D I I O O ( ( R R G G B B / / D D V V I I ) ) jack on the TV.
  • Page 31: 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 32 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Plasma TV, 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50, 32/42/47/52LG70 RGB IN DIGITA AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) OPTICA CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) RS-232C I (CONTROL & SER AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT IN 32/37/42/47/52LG60 1 (DVI) AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (RGB/DVI) COAXIAL RGB(PC) OPTICAL ANTENNA/ CABLE IN S-232C IN ROL &...
  • Page 33 S-Video Connection (Except 32/37/42/47/52LG60) 1. How to connect AUDIO S-VIDEO Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S S - - V V I I D D E E O O input on the TV. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the A A U U D D I I O O input jacks on the TV.
  • Page 34 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP HDMI Connection 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50 1. How to connect AUDIO RGB(PC) (RGB/D HDMI/DVI IN Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 , 2 2 , 3 3 or 4 4 jack on the TV. No separate audio connection is necessary.
  • Page 35: Vcr Setup

    VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise ( interference ) , leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. Use the ISM feature in the Option menu to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time (Plasma TV models only).
  • Page 36 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection Plasma TV, 32/37/42LG30, 1. How to connect 37/42/47/52LG50, 32/42/47/52LG70 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 ANT IN S-VIDEO VIDEO...
  • Page 37 S-Video Connection (Except 32/37/42/47/52LG60) 1. How to connect Connect the S-VIDEO output of the VCR to the ANT IN S-VIDEO VIDEO S S - - V V I I D D E E O O input on the TV. Connect the audio outputs of the VCR to the A A U U D D I I O O ANT OUT OUTPUT SWITCH...
  • Page 38: Other A/V Source Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP Camcorder 1. How to connect Video Game Set 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 external equipment. Match the jack colors.
  • Page 39: Pc Setup

    PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection Plasma TV, 32/37/42LG30, 32/37/42/47/52LG60 37/42/47/52LG50, 32/42/47/52LG70 RGB IN 1 (DVI) AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO OUT...
  • Page 40 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 32/37/42LG30, 37/42/47/52LG50 Plasma TV, 32/42/47/52LG70 RGB IN RGB IN HDMI/DVI IN AUDIO REMOTE RGB(PC) CONTROL IN AUDIO (RGB/DVI) REMOTE RGB(PC) CONTROL IN (RGB/DVI) HDMI/DVI IN (CONT AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT IN COMPONENT IN DVI-PC OUTPUT AUDIO DVI-PC OUTPUT...
  • Page 41 32/37/42/47/52LG60 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the PC to the H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 jack on the TV. 1 (DVI) AUDIO DIGITAL...
  • Page 42 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC) NOTE Depending on the graphics card, some resolution settings may not allow the image to be positioned on the screen properly. For 32/37/42LG30 For 37/42/47/52LG50 Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency ( KHz ) Frequency ( Hz ) Frequency ( KHz ) Frequency ( Hz )
  • Page 43 For 50/60PG60 For 32/37/42/47/52LG60, 32/42/47/52LG70 Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency ( KHz ) Frequency ( Hz ) Frequency ( KHz ) Frequency ( Hz ) 640x350 640x350 31.468 70.09 31.468 70.09 720x400 720x400 31.469 70.08 31.469 70.08 31.469 59.94 31.469 59.94...
  • Page 44 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Selecting Resolution You can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. P P o o s s i i t t i i o o n n , P P h h a a s s e e , and S S i i z z e e can also be adjusted. SCREEN Move Prev.
  • Page 45 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. PICTURE SCREEN Move Enter Move Prev. MENU •...
  • Page 46 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Adjustment for screen Position, Size, and Phase If the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. PICTURE SCREEN Move Enter Move...
  • Page 47 Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns P P o o s s i i t t i i o o n n , S S i i z z e e , and P P h h a a s s e e to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.
  • Page 48: Usb Connection

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP USB CONNECTION (Except 32/37/42LG30) AV IN 2 1. How to connect Connect the USB device to the U U S S B B I I N N jack on the side of TV. 2. How to use After connecting the U U S S B B I I N N jack, you use the USB func- tion.
  • Page 49: Audio Out Connection

    AUDIO OUT CONNECTION Send the TV’s audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. Analog (Except 32/37/42/47/52LG60) 1. How to connect RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) Connect audio outputs to the TV’s A A U U D D I I O O O O U U T T jacks. AUDIO AUDIO S-VIDEO...
  • Page 50: Watching Tv / Channel Control

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. POWER TV/STB/DVD/VCR Select the remote operating mode: TV, STB, DVD, or VCR. POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or INPUT Q.
  • Page 51 THUMBSTICK Navigate the on-screen menus and adjust the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. See a list of AV devices connected to TV. SIMPLINK When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menu appears at the screen.
  • Page 52: Turning On Tv

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL TURNING ON TV First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the I I N N P P U U T T C C H H ( ( P P O O W W E E R R I I N N P P U U T T...
  • Page 53: Quick Menu

    QUICK MENU Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently. A A s s p p e e c c t t R R a a t t i i o o : Selects your desired picture format. S S o o u u n n d d M M o o d d e e : Selects the factory preset sound for type of program.
  • Page 54: Initial Setting

    WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL INITIAL SETTING - LCD TV Only This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when pur- chasing the TV. If will be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be acti- vated from the user menus.
  • Page 55 Step3. Option setting Step3. Option Setting Select O O S S D D L L a a n n g g u u a a g g e e S S e e t t t t i i n n g g or A A u u d d i i o o L L a a n n g g u u a a g g e e S S e e t t t t i i n n g g .
  • Page 56: On-Screen Menus Selection

    WATCHING TV /CHANNEL CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. All models (Except 32/37/42LG30) CHANNEL PICTURE AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Move Enter Auto Tuning Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Auto Volume : Off Manual Tuning...
  • Page 57: Power Indicator

    Only for 32/37/42LG30 CHANNEL PICTURE AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Move Enter Auto Tuning Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Auto Volume : Off Manual Tuning Picture Mode : Standard Clear Voice : On Channel Edit • Backlight Balance • Contrast Sound Mode : Standard •...

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