Page 6 My computer and television reception, which be determined index.html click LG and to view the owner' by turning the equipment off and on, the user encouraged to try to correct the interference...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE CONTROL Additional information of the manual WATCHING TV TABLE OF CONTENTS Turning the TV on for the first time INSTALLATION PROCEDURE TROUBLESHOOTING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING SPECIFICATIONS Unpacking Optional Extras OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE Parts and buttons Lifting and moving the TV Setting up the TV...
Page 8: Installation Procedure
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. Attach the stand to the TV set. Connect an external device to the TV set. ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and item.
Page 29 REMOTE CONTROL F'.A550C - - - - - ;· ··· r~----------1, ~~~;~e I' • · • · · . · · · · . · . ! ®0@@3~1 TV on off. RATIO INPUT ENERGY I - - l l V iL-----------=-_:'~~~Jj Returns to t last...
Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Video Problem Solution ~~~~--~- An image displays in black and Adjust the color setting in the menu option . white or the color quality is poor. Keep a suffic1ent distance between this product and other electronic products . Scroll to other channels. There may a problem with the broadcast. Horizontal or vertical bars appears Check if there are local interferences such as an electrical appliance or power or images blur...
Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING Pentouch Problem Solution The touch pen does not work. • Check that you used the remote control to enter Pentouch mode. • Check that the Pentouch dongle is connected to the computer and the LED is on (POWER) • Press the button touch pen check...
Page 40 OWNER’S MANUAL PLASMA TV Please read this manual carefully before operating the set and retain it for future reference. 42PA4500 42PA4900 50PA5500 50PA6500 42PA450C 50PA4500 50PA4900 60PA5500 60PA6500 50PA450C 50PA4510 60PA6550 50PA550C 60PA550C www.lg.com P/NO : SAC35435601 (1203-REV06)
Page 41 LICENSES LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit www.lg.com. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Page 42: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your product. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warning. Follow all instruction. Do not use this apparatus near water. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
Page 43 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protect the power cord from being walked on Keep the packing anti-moisture material or or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience vinyl packing out of the reach of children. receptacles, and the point where they exit Anti-moisture material is harmful if from the apparatus.
Page 44 Do not attempt to modify this product in any as gasoline or candles, or expose the TV to way without written authorization from LG direct air conditioning. Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
Page 45 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning Dot Defect When cleaning, unplug the power cord and The Plasma or LCD panel is a high wipe gently with a soft cloth to prevent technology product with resolution of two scratching. Do not spray water or other million to six million pixels.
Page 46: Radiate Radio Frequency Energy And, If Not
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For USA and Canada FCC NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Page 47: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSES - Using the input list - Locking the buttons on the TV (Child Lock) IMPORTANT SAFETY Using the quick menu INSTRUCTIONS Using the customer support - Testing the Picture / Sound - Using the product or service TABLE OF CONTENTS information INSTALLATION PROCEDURE...
Page 48 TABLE OF CONTENTS 50 ENTERTAINMENT 84 MAINTENANCE - Connecting USB storage devices Cleaning Your TV - Browsing files - Screen, frame, cabinet and stand - Viewing Videos - Power cord - DivX VOD Guide Preventing “Image burn” or “Burn-in” on ®...
Page 49: Installation Procedure
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. Attach the stand to the TV set. Connect an external device to the TV set. ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product.
Page 50 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING For PA4900 series ENERGY AV MODE INPUT SAVING FLASHBK LIST MARK MUTE MENU INFO Q.MENU ENTER BACK EXIT L/R SELECT FREEZE RATIO Remote control, Owner’s manual, Power Cord Batteries (AAA) CD manual (Included (See p.23) Pentouch Software) Stand Screws Stand Screws Polishing cloth...
Page 51: Optional Extras
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Touch Pen Dongle Charging Cable The number of tip may differ (See p.36) (See p.38) depending on the model. (See p.38) Cradle (See p.36) Optional Extras Optional extras can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification. Contact your dealer to buy these items.
Page 52 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING NOTE The items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model. Product specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. How to use the ferrite core 1 Use the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic interference in the PC audio cable.
Page 53: Parts And Buttons
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Side Connection panel Remote control and (For PA4500, (For PA4900, intelligent sensors PA5500, PA4510, PA6500, PA450C series) Power indicator PA6550, PA550C series) Screen input HDMI input HDMI /DVI input Speakers INPUT SETTINGS Buttons REMOTE CONTROL RGB IN RS-232C IN...
Page 54: Lifting And Moving The Tv
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When moving or lifting the TV, read the following When transporting a large TV, there should to prevent the TV from being scratched or be at least 2 people. damaged and for save transportation regardless of When transporting the TV by hand, hold the its type and size.
Page 55: Setting Up The Tv
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the TV Put your TV on a pedestal stand and mount the TV on a table or wall. Attaching the stand If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, use the following instructions to attach the stand. 3 EA M5 x 16 Stand Body...
Page 56 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING To detach the stand, 4 EA M4 x 30 CAUTION When attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches. NOTE This will protect the opening from accumulating dust and dirt.
Page 57: Mounting On A Table
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Securing the TV to a wall (For PA4900 series) Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. - Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. 10 cm (4 inches) 1 0 c m...
Page 58: Mounting On A Wall
Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact We recommend that you use an LG brand wall the local dealer or qualified personnel. mount when mounting the TV to a wall.
Page 59: Tidying Cables
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Tidying cables Install the power cord holder and power cord. It will help prevent the power cable from being removed by accident.removed by accident. Power cord holder Gather and bind the cables with the cable holder. Cable holder CAUTION Do not move the TV by holding the cable holder and power cord holder, as the cable...
Page 60: Remote Control
CAUTION Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control. Make sure to point the remote control toward at the remote control sensor on the TV. For 42PA4500, 42PA450C POWER POWER Turns the TV on or off.
Page 61 REMOTE CONTROL SETTINGS POWER Accesses the main menu. ENERGY Q. MENU (See p.32) SAVING Accesses the quick menu. INFO RATIO INPUT AV MODE Navigation buttons (up/down/left/right) Scrolls through menus or options. OK ꔉ Selects menus or options and confirms your input. ꕣ...
Page 62 REMOTE CONTROL For 50PA4500, PA4510, PA4900, PA5500, PA6500, PA6550, PA550C series RATIO INPUT ENERGY POWER Turns the TV on or off. SAVING Returns to the last TV channel. RATIO (See p.30) Resizes an image. INPUT (See p.31) Changes the input source; Turns the TV on. ꕊ...
Page 63 REMOTE CONTROL Adjusts the volume level. RATIO INPUT ENERGY FAV (See p.27) Accesses your favorite channel list.; Selects a menu or option. SAVING INFO (See p.28) Views the information of the current program and screen. MUTE Mutes all sounds. PAGE CH: Scrolls through the saved channels.
Page 64: Watching Tv
WATCHING TV WATCHING TV Turning the TV on for the first When the basic settings are complete, time press OK. NOTE When you turn the TV on for the first time, the If you do not complete the Initial setting, Initial setting screen appears.
Page 65: Watching Tv
WATCHING TV Watching TV Managing channels *The Digital broadcasting (DTV, Cable DTV) is not available for Philippines. In Standby mode, press the power button on Setting up channels the remote control to turn the TV on. Press INPUT and select TV. Storing channels Control the TV using the following buttons To store channels automatically,...
Page 66: Using Favorite Channels
WATCHING TV Using favorite channels Editing your channel list Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. Add the channels that you watch frequently to the favorite list. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to CHANNEL and press OK. Setting up your favorite list Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Select a channel to add to the favorite list.
Page 67: Checking Current Program Info
WATCHING TV Checking current program info Press OK to view the information of the currently program while you are watching. The following information appears at the top of the screen. Banner information Program title End time Current time Brief Info Title Test... ꔖ...
Page 68 WATCHING TV ꔖ DTV -1 CNN ꔀ Ch. Change ▶ Next ꔉ Watch Brief Info Title Test... 11:40 AM ꔥ Multilingual ꔨ ꔯ Caption ꔷ 1080i ꔒ 14 TV-PG D L S V 10:10 AM No information Sarah Bradley, Steve Gray and Brendon Pongia present the latest in fashion, the arts, entertainment, lifestyle and cooking, with regular and special guests.
Page 69: Using Additional Options
WATCHING TV Using additional options 4:3: Resizes images to the previous standard 4:3. Adjusting aspect ratio Resize an image to its optimal size by pressing RATIO while you are watching TV. NOTE You can also change the image size by pressing Q.
Page 70: Changing Av Modes
WATCHING TV Changing AV modes RGB-PC Use the TV as a computer monitor. (TOUCH) (For Pentouch TV) Each AV mode has optimized image and sound RGB-PC Use the TV as a computer monitor. settings. Press AV MODE repeatedly to select an HDMI Watches video from a HTS or other appropriate mode.
Page 71: Locking The Buttons On The Tv (Child Lock)
WATCHING TV Locking the buttons on the TV Using the quick menu (Child Lock) Customize frequently used menus. Lock the buttons on the TV to prevent any Press Q. MENU to access the quick menus. unwanted operations or accidents by children. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll through Press SETTINGS to access the main menus.
Page 72: Using The Customer Support
WATCHING TV Using the customer support Testing the Picture / Sound To execute picture and sound tests. Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. Press the Red button to access Customer Support. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll Picture Test or Sound Test and press OK. If you have any problem, press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Yes and press OK.
Page 73: Pentouch (For Pentouch Tv)
PENTOUCH PENTOUCH wet hands. Do not let foreign substances (e.g., soft drinks or water) enter the touch (FOR PENTOUCH TV) pen and cradle; if this happens, do not use the touch pen and cradle. Do not touch the optic receiver of the touch pen and Using Pentouch cradle with a sharp object.
Page 74: Step Of Using The Pentouch Program
(If the installation screen is not displayed Pair the pen and the dongle. automatically, access My computer and then Connect the PC and the TV. click LG and index.htm to view the installation screen.) Configure the PC screen. Click [Install the Pentouch Program] in the Activate the Pentouch mode on the TV.
Page 75: Pairing Between Touch Pen And Dongle
PENTOUCH Pairing between Touch Pen and Touch Pen Dongle What is Pairing? You need to pair the touch pen and the dongle before using the touch pen. Once paired, you do not need to pair them again unless you: Bought a new pen Description Replaced the old pen with a new one Power button/ LED indicator...
Page 76 PENTOUCH Pairing for the First Time Caution When Unpairing Check that the LED indicator on the dongle Be careful not to unpair the pen by mistake. If connected to the computer is red. unpaired, try pairing it again. Keep the touch pen within 30 cm (12 inches) If you unpair and pair a normally functioning of the dongle.
Page 77 PENTOUCH Tip replacement NOTE After an hour and 30 minutes of a continuous Detach the tip holder and the tip to be replaced charge, you can use the touch pen for about from the pen. 2 hours. Pentouch operation may not be normal while charging.
Page 78: Using The Pentouch Function
If you turn off the TV and turn it back on Set [Display Mode] to the [Single Display] mode, while using the Pentouch function, the last then select [LG TV] as the display to use. screen on which you were working appears. * Set the computer’s display resolution to 1024 x 768.
Page 79 PENTOUCH If you want to open programs with a single NOTE click in Window XP or Vista, on your PC, go The method of changing display resolution to Start → Control Panel → Folder Options settings may vary according to the and select “Single-click to open an item (point computer’s configuration.
Page 80: Checking The Pentouch Functions
PENTOUCH Checking the Pentouch When you select the Setting Functions Select Setting from the Pentouch Home screen with the touch pen. You see the home screen shown below when you start the Pentouch. Select the desired option. Press INPUT button on the remote control or SETTINGS to access the main menus.
Page 81: Using Toolbar
PENTOUCH Using Toolbar You can use the draw toolbar on all menu screens. Display the toolbar by pointing the touch pen at the bottom of the screen. There are two types of toolbars: fixed and specialized. The fixed toolbar provides the functions used for all menus.
Page 82: Using Sketchbook
PENTOUCH Using Sketchbook Specialized toolbar functions You can select the background you want, then draw pictures on it. Touch the screen with the touch pen to select Sketchbook. Touch the screen with the touch pen to select the desired option or use the toolbar to draw a picture.
Page 83 PENTOUCH When dragging a line, pen or shape, you can Delete object from the screen. only move or resize a single object at a time. If you short tap an object and drag, the area of the selected object will be displayed. Move You can move an object by dragging the area of the selected object.
Page 84: Using Photo Editor
PENTOUCH Using Photo Editor Select the photo or video you wish to decorate. You can decorate the picture with the toolbar. You can drawn on or edit images and video. Touch the screen with the touch pen to select Photo Editor. Photo Editor Gallery Photo List...
Page 85 PENTOUCH Specialized toolbar functions Move an object. If you select an object, a mini pop-up window will display. Description Bring to Front Frame for image. Send to Back Delete Cut from the image. After select area to cut, you can change it’s size.
Page 86: Using Family Diary
PENTOUCH Using Family Diary Using Gallery You can keep a journal of photos, videos, notes, This is the gallery of the images you made and saved using Sketchbook, Photo Editor, Internet, and sketches for family events by date. and My office. Touch the screen with the touch pen to select Touch the screen with the touch pen to select Family Diary.
Page 87: Using Internet
PENTOUCH Using Internet You can capture web content to draw or write memos on it. Touch the screen with the touch pen to select Internet. Touch the screen with the touch pen to select the desired option or use the toolbar. Home Description Enter the Pentouch Home menu.
Page 88: Using My Office
PENTOUCH Using My Office Home You can draw or write in Microsoft Office or PDF files. Folders and formats supported are displayed below. Supported file format Type. Supported file format 2003 version ppt, doc, xls 2007 version pptx, docx, xlsx Office All Microsoft PowerPoint files (*.ppt, .pptx) Files...
Page 89: Entertainment
ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Tips for using USB storage devices The TV recognizes only a USB storage device. Connecting USB storage devices If you connect a USB storage device to the TV through a USB hub, your TV may not Connect USB storage devices such as a USB recognize the USB storage device.
Page 90: Browsing Files
ENTERTAINMENT Browsing files Page 1/1 Access the photo, music, or movie lists and Music List USB 1 XTICK Drive1 browse files. Page 1/1 001. - B01 .mp3 002. -B02.mp3 003. B03.mp3 004. - B04.mp3 Connect a USB storage device. 00:00 00:00 00:00 00:00...
Page 91 ENTERTAINMENT Type Supported File Formats Photo Available size Baseline: 64 pixel (W) x 64 pixel (H) - 15360 pixel (W) x 8640 pixel (H) Progressive: 64 pixel (W) x 64 pixel (H) - 1920 pixel (W) x 1440 pixel (H) * Do not use the progressive option when saving JPG files on your PC.
Page 92: Viewing Videos
ENTERTAINMENT Viewing Videos NOTE Your TV can display video files from a USB storage : Abnormal files are displayed using this device. graphic. : Non-supported files are displayed using this graphic. Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Control playback by using the following MY MEDIA and press OK.
Page 93 ENTERTAINMENT The screen may suffer from temporary The TV may not play the video files in the interruptions such as image stoppage or supported file format depending on the faster playback when you change the audio encoded condition. language. The TV will not play the video files that has a If you play a damaged video file, the video damaged index or no index.
Page 94 ENTERTAINMENT NOTE When replaying a video file after stopping, select “Yes” to restart where it previously stopped. If continuous series files exist within the folder, the next file will automatically be played. But, this excludes cases when the Repeat function of Movie List Option is turned “On”...
Page 95: Divx ® Vod Guide
ENTERTAINMENT DivX VOD Guide ® DivX VOD Registration DivX VOD Deregistration ® ® In order to play purchased or rented DivX You should deregister your device with 8 digit ® contents, you should register your device with 10 DivX deregistration code from your device at digit DivX registration code from your device at www.divx.com/vod.
Page 96: Viewing Photos
ENTERTAINMENT Viewing Photos NOTE : Abnormal files are displayed using this You can view image files saved on a USB storage graphic. device. The displays on the screen may differ : Non-supported files are displayed based on the model. using this graphic. Press SETTINGS to access the main menus.
Page 97 ENTERTAINMENT NOTE Option values changed in Photo List do not affect Movie List and Music List. Option values changed in Photo List or Music List are changed likewise in Photo List and Music List, but not Movie List. Q.MENU options for photo list Press Q.
Page 98: Listening To Music
ENTERTAINMENT Listening to music NOTE : Abnormal files are displayed using this Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. graphic. : Non-supported files are displayed Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to using this graphic. MY MEDIA and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Control playback by using the following Music List and press OK.
Page 99 ENTERTAINMENT Q.MENU options for music list Press Q. MENU. A pop-up window will appears. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to music list option and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following options and press OK. NOTE Option values changed in Movie List does not affect the Photo List and Music List.
Page 100: Customizing Tv Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING TV SETTINGS The Main Menus Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
Page 101: Customizing Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Customizing Settings PICTURE Settings PICTURE Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. ꔂ Move ꔉ OK • ꕊ Energy Saving : Off Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to PICTURE and press OK. • Picture Mode : Standard •...
Page 102 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description Aspect Ratio Changes the image size to view images at its optimal size (See p.30). SCREEN Customizes the PC display options. (RGB-PC) Option Resolution Selects a proper resolution when your PC uses 1024 X 768, 1280 X 768, or 1360 X 768 resolution.
Page 103 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Advanced Image Options Setting Description Dynamic Contrast Adjusts the contrast to keep it at the best level according to the brightness of the screen. The picture is improved by making bright parts brighter and dark parts darker. Noise Reduction Reduces screen noise without compromising video quality.
Page 104: Audio Settings
If the Clear Voice II feature is on, Virtual Surround will not be activated. Option Virtual Surround Virtual Surround is a patented LG proprietary sound processing technology that strives immersive 5.1 surround sound with just two front speakers. Treble Controls the dominant sounds in the output. When you turn up the treble, it will increase the output to the higher frequency range.
Page 105 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Digital Audio Allows you to change the type of audio output from the TV.. If you select “Digital Audio Out - Auto” when Dolby digital is available, SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital InterFace) output will be Dolby Digital. If you select “Digital Audio Out - PCM” when Dolby digital is not available, SPDIF output will be PCM (Pulsecode modulation).
Page 106: Channel Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CHANNEL Settings Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. CHANNEL ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to CHANNEL and press OK. • Auto Tuning • Manual Tuning • Channel Edit Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK.
Page 107: Time Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS TIME Settings Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. TIME ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to TIME and press OK. • Clock • Off Time : Off Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you •...
Page 108: Lock Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS LOCK Settings Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. LOCK ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to LOCK and press OK. • Set Password • Lock System : On Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you •...
Page 109 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description TV Rating- Blocks the TV programs that you want based on the ratings by using the Parental Control Function General (V-Chip). (Depending on model) NOTE The V-Chip electronically reads TV program ratings and allows parents to block program that are unsuitable for children.
Page 110: Option Settings
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION Settings Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. OPTION ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to OPTION and press OK. • Language • Caption : Off • ISM Method : Normal Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you •...
Page 111 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description ISM Method Prevents image sticking or removes a ghost image. A frozen still picture displayed on the screen for prolonged periods can result in a ghost image. Mode Normal Use this setting if you are careful not to leave a stationary image on the screen for long periods of time.
Page 112: Making Connections
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device. For more information on external device’s connection, refer to the manual provided with each device. Available external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, and other external devices.
Page 113: Connection Overview
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connection Overview Connect various external devices to the ports on the TV back panel. Find an external device you want to connect to your TV as shown on the following illustration. Check the connection type of the external device. Go to the appropriate illustration and check the connection details.
Page 114: Connecting To A Hd Receiver, Dvd, Or Vcr Player
MAKING CONNECTIONS This part of MAKING CONNECTIONS mainly uses picture for PA6500 series. Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD, or VCR player Connect a HD receiver, DVD, or VCR player to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI Connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device.
Page 115: Dvi To Hdmi Connection
MAKING CONNECTIONS DVI to HDMI Connection Transmits the digital video signal from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the DVI-HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration. To transmit an audio signal, connect an audio cable.
Page 116: Component Connection
MAKING CONNECTIONS Component Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the component cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE If cables are installed incorrectly, it could cause the image to display in black and white or with distorted color.
Page 117: Composite Connection
MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the TV. AV IN VIDEO L/MONO...
Page 118: Connecting To A Pc
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC NOTE It is recommended to use the TV with the HDMI connection for the best image quality. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness.
Page 119 MAKING CONNECTIONS Method B: DVI to HDMI Connection (*Not Provided) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) (*Not Provided) AUDIO OUT DVI OUT Method C: RGB Connection RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN RGB IN (RGB/DVI) (PC) AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) RGB OUT (PC) AUDIO OUT...
Page 120: Connecting To An Audio System
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an Audio System Use an optional external audio system instead of the built-in speaker. NOTE If you use an optional external audio device instead of the built-in speaker, set the TV speaker feature to off. Digital Optical Audio Connection Transmits the digital audio signal from the TV to an external device.
Page 121: Connecting To A Usb
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a USB Connect a USB storage device such as a USB flash memory, external hard drive, or a USB memory card reader to the TV and access the My media menu to use various multimedia files. (*Not Provided)
Page 122: Simplink Connection
MAKING CONNECTIONS SIMPLINK Connection Description Displays the previously viewed TV channel. Use the TV remote control to play and control the Plays discs. When multiple discs are AV device connected with the HDMI cable through available, the title of the disc appears at the HDMI-CEC.
Page 123: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Preventing “Image burn” or “Burn-in” on your TV screen Clean your TV regularly to keep the best performance and to extend the product lifespan. Cleaning Your TV CAUTION If a fixed image displays on the TV screen for Make sure to turn the power off and a long period of time, it will be imprinted and disconnect the power cord and all other...
Page 124: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING General Problem Solution Cannot control the TV with the Check the remote control sensor on the product and try again. remote control. Check if there is any obstacle between the product and the remote control. Check if the batteries are still working and properly installed ( No image display and no sound is Check if the product is turned on.
Page 125 TROUBLESHOOTING Video Problem Solution An image displays in black and Adjust the color setting in the menu option. white or the color quality is poor. Keep a sufficient distance between this product and other electronic products. Scroll to other channels. There may a problem with the broadcast. Horizontal or vertical bars appears Check if there are local interferences such as an electrical appliance or power or images blur...
Page 126 TROUBLESHOOTING Pentouch Problem Solution The touch pen does not work. Check that you used the remote control to enter Pentouch mode. Check that the Pentouch dongle is connected to the computer and the red LED is on. Press the (POWER) button on the touch pen to check that it is powered on. Check that the touch pen is paired for use.
Page 127: Specifications
Temperature Operating Humidity Less than 80 % Storage Temperature -20 - 60 °C Storage Humidity Less than 85 % 42PA4500 50PA4500 MODELS (42PA4500-UF) (50PA4500-UF) Dimensions With stand 983.6 mm x 655.0 mm x 246.7 mm 1168.0 mm x 758.0 mm x 297.0 mm (W x H x D) (38.7 inch x 25.7 inch x 9.7 inch)
Page 128 SPECIFICATIONS 50PA5500 60PA5500 MODELS (50PA5500-UA) (60PA5500-UA) Dimensions With stand 1168.0 mm x 758.0 mm x 297.0 mm 1386.8 mm x 883.2 mm x 354.7 mm (W x H x D) (45.9 inch x 29.8 inch x 11.6 inch) (54.5 inch x 34.7 inch x 13.9 inch) Without stand 1168.0 mm x 704.0 mm x 53.0 mm 1386.8 mm x 818.2 mm x 53.0 mm...
Page 129 SPECIFICATIONS Component port connecting information RGB (PC), HDMI (PC) supported mode Component ports on the Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency (KHz) Frequency (Hz) 720x400 31.469 70.08 640x350 31.468 70.09 640x480 31.469 59.94 Video output ports on DVD player 800x600 37.879 60.31 1024x768 48.363 60.00...
Page 130 SPECIFICATIONS Video Supported Formats (Depending on model) File Video Decoder Audio Codec Max Resolution Extension name mpg, mpeg MPEG1, MPEG2 MP2, MP3, Dolby Digital, LPCM MPEG1 ts, trp, tp MPEG2, H.264, AVS, VC1 MP2, MP3, Dolby Digital, AAC, HE-AAC MPEG1, 2 MP2, MP3, Dolby Digital, LPCM MPEG4,DivX 3.11, DivX 4.12, DivX 5.x, DivX 6, Xvid 1.00, Xvid...
Page 131: Ir Codes
IR CODES IR CODES (Depending on model) How to Connect Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. Remote Control IR Codes Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917kHz signal at 455kHz Frame configuration 1st frame Lead code Low custom code High custom code...
Page 132 IR CODES Code Code Function Note Function Note (Hexa) (Hexa) (POWER) Remote control Button Remote control Button (Power On/Off) EXIT Remote control Button Q.MENU Remote control Button Discrete IR Code (TV Input Selection) SETTINGS Remote control Button POWER ON Discrete IR Code (Only Power On) INPUT Remote control Button...
Page 133: External Control Device Setup
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C Setup Type of connector; D-Sub 9-Pin Male Connect the RS-232C (serial port) input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) to control the product’s functions externally.
Page 134 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C configurations Set ID Set ID number. 7-Wire Configuration (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) OPTION ꔂ Move ꔉ OK • Language • Caption : Off • ISM Method : Normal • Initial Setting ꔀ • Set ID ꔉ...
Page 135: Communication Parameters
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters Baud rate: 9600 bps (UART) Stop bit: 1 bit Data length: 8 bits Communication code: ASCII code Parity : None Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Command reference list DATA DATA COMMAND1 COMMAND2 COMMAND1 COMMAND2 (Hexadecimal) (Hexadecimal) 01.
Page 136 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Transmission / Receiving protocol Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command 1] : First command to control the set.(j, k, m or x) [Command 2] : Second command to control the set. [Set ID] : You can adjust the set ID to choose desired set ID number in Option menu. Adjustment range is 1~ 99.
Page 137 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 01. Power (Command: k a) 06. Volume Control (Command: k f) To control Power On/Off of the set. To adjust volume. You can also adjust volume with the volume buttons Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] on remote control. Data 00: Power Off Data 01: Power On Transmission [k][f][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr]...
Page 138 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 12. OSD Select (Command: k l) 18. ISM Method (Command: j p) To select OSD (On Screen Display) on/off. To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. Transmission [k][l][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [j][p][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00: OSD off Data 01: OSD on Data 02: Orbiter...
Page 139 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP cases just use 0 since it’s ignored when using NTSC. * 5th bit: Use 0 with NTSC since it can only use the physical channel number. Normally use 1 for ATSC since most times it doesn’t matter what the physical number is.
Page 140 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Table List (Channel Tuning) Two/One Using Main/Sub Part Physical Step Picture Reserved Channel Channel Main NTSC Air No Use NTSC Cable ATSC Air ATSC Cable_std ATSC Cable_hrc ATSC Cable_irc ATSC cable_auto Reserved Reserved...
Page 141: Open Source License
OPEN SOURCE LICENSE OPEN SOURCE LICENSE Open source software notice Please be informed that LG Electronics products may contain open source software listed in the tables below. License Component OpenSSL license - openssl MIT license - libcurl - ncurses expat license...
Page 142 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301, USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and change it.
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Page 152 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE Mozilla Public License 1.1 (MPL 1.1) 1. Definitions. 1.0.1. “Commercial Use” means distribution or otherwise making the Covered Code available to a third party. 1.1. ‘’Contributor’’ means each entity that creates or contributes to the creation of Modifications. 1.2.
Page 153 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE 1.11. ‘’Source Code’’ means the preferred form of the Covered Code for making modifications to it, including all modules it contains, plus any associated interface definition files, scripts used to control compilation and installation of an Executable, or source code differential comparisons against either the Original Code or another well known, available Covered Code of the Contributor’s choice.
Page 154 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE 3. Distribution Obligations. 3.1. Application of License. The Modifications which You create or to which You contribute are governed by the terms of this License, including without limitation Section 2.2. The Source Code version of Covered Code may be distributed only under the terms of this License or a future version of this License released under Section 6.1, and You must include a copy of this License with every copy of the Source Code You distribute.
Page 155 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE 3.6. Distribution of Executable Versions. You may distribute Covered Code in Executable form only if the requirements of Section 3.1-3.5 have been met for that Covered Code, and if You include a notice stating that the Source Code version of the Covered Code is available under the terms of this License, including a description of how and where You have fulfilled the obligations of Section 3.2.
Page 156 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE PROVE DEFECTIVE IN ANY RESPECT, YOU (NOT THE INITIAL DEVELOPER OR ANY OTHER CONTRIBUTOR) ASSUME THE COST OF ANY NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY CONSTITUTES AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THIS LICENSE. NO USE OF ANY COVERED CODE IS AUTHORIZED HEREUNDER EXCEPT UNDER THIS DISCLAIMER.
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Page 165 Life's Good The model and serial numbers of the TV is located on the back of the TV Record it below should you ever need service. MODEL SERIAL...
Page 166 User Guide This is a 「User Guide」 installed on TV. The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notice for quality improvement.
Page 167 To❐view❐program❐information ❐ ❐ Press❐INFO❐button. Displays❐information❐on❐current❐program❐and❐/❐or❐current❐time,❐etc.❐...
Page 168 To❐set❐favorite❐channels ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐CHANNEL❐➙ Channel❐Edit 1❐ Press❐the❐Q.MENU❐button❐on❐Channel❐Edit❐screen❐and❐select❐Favorite❐ Group. 2❐ Select❐the❐desired❐channel. 3❐ Please❐press❐FAV❐button.❐The❐selected❐channels❐are❐saved❐as❐favorite❐ channels. To❐use❐Favorites ❐ ❐ Press❐FAV❐button.❐ Favorite❐list❐will❐appear.❐Select❐the❐desired❐preset❐favorite❐channel❐from❐ Favorite❐List❐A-D.
Page 169 To set up the channels automatically ❐ SETTINGS ➾ CHANNEL ➙ Auto Tuning Memorizes automatically the channels being broadcast. ✎ The channels will not be memorized properly if the antenna/cable is not installed correctly. ✎ Auto Tuning memorizes the channels that are currently being broadcast. ✎...
Page 170 To set up the channels at manually ❐ SETTINGS ➾ CHANNEL ➙ Manual Tuning Adjusts channels manually and saves the results. For digital broadcasting, signal strength, etc. can be checked.
Page 171 To edit the channels ❐ SETTINGS ➾ CHANNEL ➙ Channel Edit Edits the saved channels.
Page 172 SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Aspect Ratio Selects the screen aspect ratio. • 16:9: Resizes the image ratio to fit 16:9 screen. • Just Scan: Displays high-quality image without loss. ✎ Select the Just Scan at the input of DTV/Component/HDMI/DVI (720P or higher).
Page 173 ✎ While viewing an external device, these cases may result in image burn: - a video with stationary caption (such as network name) - 4 : 3 aspect ratio mode for an extended period Take caution when using these functions. ✎...
Page 174 To adjust pictures in PC input mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Screen (RGB-PC) Adjusts picture in RGB-PC mode. • Resolution: Sets the desired resolution. ✎ Options may only be selected when the PC resolution is set to 1024 x 768, 1280 x 768, or 1360 x 768.
Page 175 To set PC resolution ❐ 1 Right-click on the PC’s desktop and select 「Properties」. 2 Click on 「Settings」 and refer to the supported format to set the resolution. 3 Select 「Advanced → Monitor → Monitor Setup」 on the setup window. Refer to the supported formats to select the optimal vertical frequency.
Page 176 ❓ Input-supported FORMAT Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency PC Input Mode Resolution (KHz) (Hz) HDMI-PC/ RGB-PC 640x350 31.468 70.09 720x400 31.469 70.08 640x480 31.469 59.94 800x600 37.879 60.31 1024x768 48.363 60.00 1360x768 47.712 60.01 1920x1080 67.5 60.02 HDMI-PC 1280x1024 63.981 60.020...
Page 177 [Depending on model] Press AV MODE button. Optimizes the TV’s Picture/Audio for different AV modes. • Off: Views with the value set at the PICTURE/AUDIO Menu. • Cinema: Optimizes picture and audio settings for movies. • Game: Optimizes picture and audio settings for games.
Page 178 To adjust pictures with Picture Wizard ❐ SETTINGS ➾ ➙ Picture Wizard Ⅱ PICTURE This function calibrates and adjusts for optimum picture quality with the remote control and the Picture Wizard without expensive pattern devices or help from a specialist. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the optimum picture quality.
Page 179 To select Picture Mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ ➙ Picture Mode PICTURE Select the picture mode optimized for the viewing environment or the program. • ꕋ Expert: Menu for adjusting picture quality that allows experts and amateurs to enjoy the best TV viewing. This menu for adjustment is provided for ISF-certified picture tuning professionals.
Page 180 To fine-tune picture mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint / Color Temp. First select a Picture Mode of your choice. ✎ Depending on the input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.
Page 181 To set advanced control ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Advanced Control / Expert Control For each picture mode, screen can be calibrated; or for a special screen, picture settings can be adjusted. Select the desired Picture Mode. •...
Page 182 • Noise Reduction: Eliminates noise in the picture. • Gamma: Sets the gradation curve according to the output of picture signal in relation to the input signal. • Black Level: Adjusts the screen’s brightness and contrast to fit them to the input picture’s black level by using the blackness (black level) of the screen.
Page 183 • Film Mode: Helps maintain the optimal state of the screen. • Color Gamut: Selects the range of colors that can be expressed. • Edge Enhancer: Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video. • Motion Eye Care: [Depending on model] Adjusts screen brightness to prevent eye glare.
Page 184 • Color Temperature: Adjusts the overall tone of the screen as desired. In Expert mode, detailed fine-tuning can be set via Gamma method, etc. • Color Management System: This system is used by experts to adjust color with a test pattern. They can select from six color areas (Red/ Green/Blue/ Cyan/Magenta/Yellow) without affecting other colors.
Page 185 To initialize picture settings ❐ SETTINGS ➾ ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Picture Reset PICTURE Initializes picture settings that the user customizes. Each picture mode is reset. Select the desired picture mode to reset.
Page 186 To❐use❐Sound❐Mode ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾ AUDIO❐➙❐Sound❐Mode Adjusts❐TV❐audio❐to❐an❐optimal❐level❐according❐to❐a❐selected❐sound❐mode.
Page 187 To❐manually❐adjust❐Sound❐Mode ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐AUDIO❐➙❐Sound❐Mode❐➙❐Virtual❐Surround❐/❐Treble❐/❐Bass❐ /❐Reset Sets❐minute❐options❐for❐each❐sound❐mode. Select❐the❐desired❐Sound❐Mode❐first. •❐ Virtual❐Surround:❐LG’s❐proprietary❐audio❐processing❐technology❐allows❐5.1❐ channel-like❐surround❐sound❐from❐two❐speakers. ✎ When❐Clear❐Voice❐II❐is❐set❐to❐On,❐Virtual❐Surround❐is❐not❐available. ❐ •❐ Treble/Bass:❐Adjusts❐treble❐and❐bass❐in❐Sound. •❐ Reset:❐Initializes❐voice❐options❐that❐the❐user❐has❐changed.❐Initializes❐each❐ voice❐mode.❐Select❐the❐desired❐sound❐mode❐to❐reset.
Page 188 To set Auto Volume ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Auto Volume Sets Auto Volume and volume output from channel to channel is automatically adjusted for convenient TV watching when clicking through different channels. To adjust Clear Voice ll function ❐ SETTINGS ➾...
Page 189 To use TV speakers ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ TV Speaker [Depending on model] When listening to the speakers on external audio devices connected to TV such as home theater, TV speaker may be turned off. When there are SIMPLINK connected home theater devices, selecting TV Speaker will automatically...
Page 190 To use Digital Audio Out ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Digital Audio Out [Depending on model] Sets up Digital Audio Out. Item Audio Input Digital Audio output MPEG Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Auto Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital HE-AAC Dolby Digital...
Page 191 To select external input ❐ Press INPUT button. Selects external input. ✎ Edit the device name: You can edit the name of the external device connected to the external input port.
Page 192 To use SIMPLINK ❐ SIMPLINK controls and manages multimedia devices conveniently with the TV remote control through the SIMPLINK menu. 1 Connect TV' HDMI IN terminal and SIMPLINK device's HDMI output terminal using HDMI cable. • [Depending on model] For home theater units with SIMPLINK function, connect HDMI terminals as above, and use an optical cable to connect Optical Digital Audio Out from the TV to Optical Digital Audio In of the SIMPLINK device.
Page 193 ✎ This function is only compatible with devices having the SIMPLINK logo. ✎ To use SIMPLINK function,use high-speed HDMIⓇ cable (with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) feature added). High-speed HDMIⓇ cable has No. 13 pin connected for information exchange between devices. ✎ When changing to another input, the SIMPLINK device stops. ✎ If a third-party device with HDMI-CEC function is added, the SIMPLINK device may not work normally.
Page 194 ❓ SIMPLINK function description • Direct Play : Plays the multimedia device on the TV instantly. • Select multimedia device : Selects the desired device through SIMPLINK menu and control the device from the TV screen instantly. • Disc playback : Manages the multimedia device with the TV remote control. • Power off all devices : When you power off the TV, all connected devices are turned off.
Page 195 SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Energy Saving Saves electric power by adjusting screen brightness. • Intelligent Sensor : The TV sensor detects the ambient lighting and automatically adjusts the screen brightness. • : Turns off the Energy Saving. • Minimum/Medium/Maximum : Applies the pre-set Energy Saving. •...
Page 196 To use Sleep Timer ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Sleep Timer Turns off the TV after a prescribed number of minutes. To deactivate the Sleep Timer, select Off.
Page 197 To set current time ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Clock Checks or changes the time while watching TV. • Auto : Synchronizes the TV clock to the digital time information sent by the TV station. • Manual : Sets the time and date manually if the auto setup does not correspond to the current time.
Page 198 To turn on/off the TV ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ On Time / Off Time Sets On/Off time. To deactivate the On/Off time function, select on Repeat. ✎ To set On/Off time, set the current time correctly. ✎ When the TV is turned on using the On Time function, it will be turned off automatically if no buttons are touched within 120 minutes.
Page 199 To❐set❐password ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Set❐Password Sets❐or❐changes❐TV❐password. ✎ The❐initial❐password❐is❐set❐as❐「0000」. ❐...
Page 200 To❐lock❐system ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Lock❐System Permits❐only❐specific❐programs❐by❐blocking❐channels❐or❐external❐input.❐ At❐first,❐select❐Lock❐System❐to❐ON. •❐ Block❐Channel❐:❐Blocks❐the❐channels❐that❐contain❐inappropriate❐contents❐ for❐children.❐The❐channels❐can❐be❐selected❐but❐the❐screen❐is❐blank❐and❐the❐ audio❐is❐muted.❐To❐watch❐a❐locked❐channel,❐enter❐the❐password.
Page 201 •❐ Movie❐Rating❐[Depending❐on❐model]❐:❐Blocks❐the❐movies❐that❐are❐only❐ broadcasted❐on❐the❐TV❐and❐contain❐inappropriate❐contents,❐based❐on❐the❐ Motion❐Picture❐Association❐of❐America❐(MPAA)❐rating. G❐:❐(General❐audiences)❐All❐ages❐admitted PG❐:❐(Parental❐guidance❐suggested)❐Some❐material❐may❐not❐be❐suitable❐for❐ children PG-13❐:❐(Patents❐strongly❐cautioned)❐Some❐material❐may❐be❐inappropriate❐ for❐children❐under❐13 R❐:❐(Restricted)❐Under❐17❐requires❐accompanying❐parent❐or❐adult❐guardian NC-17❐:❐No❐one❐17❐and❐under❐admitted. X❐:❐Adults❐only...
Page 202 •❐ TV❐Rating-Children:❐[Depending❐on❐model]❐:❐Blocks❐the❐children’s❐TV❐ programs❐that❐parents❐do❐not❐want❐their❐children❐to❐watch.❐To❐block❐other❐ TV❐programs,❐you❐should❐set❐the❐TV❐Rating-General❐feature.❐ Age❐:❐TV-Y❐(All❐children,❐including❐children❐from❐ages❐2-6),❐TV-Y7❐ (Directed❐to❐older❐children,❐suitable❐for❐children❐age❐6❐and❐above) Fantasy❐Violence❐:❐TY-Y7❐(Directed❐to❐older❐children❐–❐Fantasy❐violence,❐ suitable❐for❐children❐age❐6❐and❐above,❐containing❐more❐intense❐or❐ combative❐fantasy❐violence)
Page 203 •❐ TV❐Rating-General❐:❐Blocks❐the❐TV❐programs❐that❐you❐want❐based❐on❐the❐ratings❐ by❐using❐the❐Parental❐Control❐Function❐(V-Chip). ✎ The❐V-Chip❐electronically❐reads❐TV❐program❐ratings❐and❐allows❐parents❐ ❐ to❐block❐program❐that❐are❐unsuitable❐for❐children. Age❐:❐TV-G❐(General❐audience,❐suitable❐for❐all❐ages)❐ TV-PG❐(Parental❐guidance❐suggested,❐containing❐material❐that❐are❐unsuitable❐ for❐younger❐children)❐ TV-14❐(Parents❐strongly❐cautioned,❐containing❐material❐that❐are❐unsuitable❐for❐ children❐age❐14❐and❐under)❐ TV-MA❐(Mature❐audience❐only,❐unsuitable❐for❐children❐age❐under❐17) Dialog❐:❐(suggestive❐dialogue)❐TV-PG❐or❐TV-14 Language❐:❐(coarse❐language)TV-PG,❐TV-14,❐or❐TV-MA Sex❐:❐(sexual❐situation)❐TV-PG,❐TV-14,❐or❐TV-MA Violence❐:❐TV-PG,❐TV-14,❐or❐TV-MA...
Page 204 •❐ Downloadable❐Rating❐[In❐Digital❐mode❐Only]❐:❐This❐function❐operates❐only❐ when❐TV❐has❐received❐Region5❐Rating❐data.❐The❐name❐of❐the❐rating❐option❐ may❐differ. •❐ Input❐Block❐:❐Block❐the❐input❐sources.
Page 205 To❐use❐Key❐Lock ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Key❐Lock Locks❐control❐buttons❐on❐TV.❐ ✎ Key❐Lock❐function❐remains❐intact❐even❐in❐case❐of❐power❐outage❐or❐when❐the❐ ❐ power❐cord❐is❐removed❐from❐the❐wall❐socket. ✎ Key❐Lock❐function❐can❐only❐be❐set❐by❐remote❐control,❐and❐not❐by❐the❐button❐ ❐ on❐the❐TV. ✎ Even❐with❐Key❐Lock❐ON,❐TV’s❐buttons❐can❐turn❐on❐the❐power. ❐...
Page 206 To❐set❐password ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Set❐Password Sets❐or❐changes❐TV❐password. ✎ The❐initial❐password❐is❐set❐as❐「0000」. ❐...
Page 207 To❐lock❐system ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Lock❐System Permits❐only❐specific❐programs❐by❐blocking❐channels❐or❐external❐input.❐ At❐first,❐select❐Lock❐System❐to❐ON. •❐ Block❐Channel❐:❐Blocks❐the❐channels❐that❐contain❐inappropriate❐contents❐for❐ children.❐The❐channels❐can❐be❐selected❐but❐the❐screen❐is❐blank❐and❐the❐audio❐is❐ muted.❐To❐watch❐a❐locked❐channel,❐enter❐the❐password.
Page 208 •❐ TV❐Rating-English❐[Depending❐on❐model]❐:❐Selecting❐Canadian❐English❐ rating❐system.❐ E❐:❐Exempt C❐:❐Children C8+❐:❐Children❐eight❐years❐and❐older G❐:❐General❐programming,❐suitable❐for❐all❐audiences PG❐:❐Parental❐Guidance 14+❐:❐Viewers❐14❐years❐and❐older 18+❐:❐Adult❐programming Blocking❐Off❐:❐Permits❐all❐programs...
Page 209 •❐ TV❐Rating-French❐[Depending❐on❐model]❐:❐Selecting❐Canadian❐French❐rating❐ system.❐ E❐:❐Exempt G❐:❐General 8ans+❐:❐General-Not❐convenient❐for❐little❐children 13ans+❐:❐Not❐convenient❐for❐children❐of❐13❐years❐and❐younger 16ans+❐:❐Not❐convenient❐for❐children❐of❐16❐years❐and❐younger 18ans+❐:❐This❐programs❐is❐only❐for❐adults Blocking❐Off❐:❐Permits❐all❐programs...
Page 210 •❐ Downloadable❐Rating❐[In❐Digital❐mode❐Only]❐:❐This❐function❐operates❐only❐ when❐TV❐has❐received❐Region5❐Rating❐data.❐The❐name❐of❐the❐rating❐option❐ may❐differ. •❐ Input❐Block❐:❐Block❐the❐input❐sources.
Page 211 To❐use❐Key❐Lock ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Key❐Lock Locks❐control❐buttons❐on❐TV.❐ ✎ Key❐Lock❐function❐remains❐intact❐even❐in❐case❐of❐power❐outage❐or❐when❐the❐ ❐ power❐cord❐is❐removed❐from❐the❐wall❐socket. ✎ Key❐Lock❐function❐can❐only❐be❐set❐by❐remote❐control,❐and❐not❐by❐the❐button❐ ❐ on❐the❐TV. ✎ Even❐with❐Key❐Lock❐ON,❐TV’s❐buttons❐can❐turn❐on❐the❐power. ❐...
Page 212 SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Language You can select the language of the menu displayed on the screen and digital sound broadcasting. • Menu Language : Selects a screen menu language. • Audio Language [In Digital mode Only] : Selects the desired language when watching digital broadcasting containing several voice languages.
Page 213 SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Caption View captions when the TV station provides captioned programing. Program captions work only on digital/analog broadcasts or external input. Change Caption and select caption settings. • Mode CC 1-4 (Closed Captioning) / Text 1-4 : Displays the audio portion of a TV program as text on the TV screen.
Page 214 • Digital Option : Set up the size and color of the captions on Digital Option. Please select Set by Program or Custom. Select Custom to adjust minute options such as the captions’ size and color.
Page 215 To change TV mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Mode Setting Selects Home Use Store Demo. When in use in home, please select Home Use. Store Demo mode is for store display.
Page 216 To use the ISM Method ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ ISM Method This function removes image sticking which is caused by prolonged display of static images. • Normal: Minimizes image sticking by gradually lowering the brightness when displaying static images and by increasing the brightness when displaying moving images.
Page 217 • Color Wash: Removes image sticking by moving every pixel in a certain pattern on the screen for a specific period of time. Please use this function to remove temporary image sticking. ✎ Image sticking is commonly known in plasma TV when it displays static images for a long time.
Page 218 To return to initial settings ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Initial Setting Returns to initial default mode by deleting all optional setup. Once initialization is completed, the TV will turn off and on by itself. ✎ When Lock System is in place, a pop-up window appears and asks for password.
Page 219 Easily and Conveniently replays content stored in USB (external HDD, USB Memory) directly on TV. To connect USB ❐ Connect USB storage device to the TV’s USB IN terminal. The connected USB storage device is available for immediate use. To remove the USB device ❐...
Page 220 Warning when using USB storage device ❐ ✎ USB storage devices with a built-in auto recognition program or its own driver may not work. ✎ Some USB storage device may not work or may work improperly. ✎ Use only those USB storage devices formatted with FAT32 or NTFS File System provided by Windows.
Page 221 ✎ It is recommended to use USB Memory Stick with 32 GB or less and USB HDD with 1 TB or less. ✎ If a USB HDD with power-saving function does not work properly, turn the power off and on. For more information, refer to the user manual of USB HDD.
Page 222 To use My Media ❐ SETTINGS ➾ MY MEDIA ➙ Movie List / Photo List / Music List Select desired file from the list. Watch the chosen file. Sets play related settings by checking option during disk playback.
Page 223 My Media supporting file ❐ Maximum data transfer rate: 20 Mbps (Mega bit per second) External supported subtitle formats: *.smi, *.srt, *.sub (MicroDVD, SubViewer 1.0/2.0), *.ass, *.ssa, *.txt (TMPlayer), *.psb (PowerDivX) Internal supported subtitle formats: XSUB (Supports internal subtitles generated from DivX6)
Page 224 ❓ Available video file Maximum: 1920 x 1080 @30p (only Motion JPEG 640x480 @30p) .asf, .wmv [Video] VC-1 Advanced Profile, VC-1 Simple and Main Profiles [Audio] WMA Standard .divx, .avi [Video] DivX3.11, DivX4, DivX5, DivX6, XViD, H.264/AVC, Motion JPEG [Audio] MPEG-1 Layer I, II, Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3) .mp4, .m4v, .mov [Video] H.264/AVC, MPEG-4 Part 2, XViD [Audio] AAC, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3)
Page 225 .mkv [Video] H.264/AVC, XViD, MPEG-4 Part2 [Audio] HE-AAC, Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3) .ts, .trp, .tp [Video] H.264/AVC, MPEG-2 [Audio] MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3), Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, AAC .vob [Video] MPEG-1, MPEG-2 [Audio] Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer I, II, DVD-LPCM .mpg, .mpeg, .mpe [Video] MPEG-1 [Audio] MPEG-1 Layer I, II...
Page 226 ❓ Available music file File type : mp3 [Bit rate] 32 Kbps - 320 Kbps [Sample freq.] 16 kHz - 48 kHz [Support] MPEG1, MPEG2, Layer2, Layer3...
Page 227 ❓ Available photo file Category : 2D(jpeg, jpg, jpe) [Available file type] SOF0: baseline, SOF1: Extend Sequential, SOF2: Progressive [Photo size] Minimum: 64 x 64 Maximum: Normal Type: 15360 (W) x 8640 (H) Progressive Type: 1920 (W) x 1440 (H)
Page 228 Video Replay Issues ❐ ✎ Some subtitles created by users may not work properly. ✎ The video and subtitle files should be placed in the same folder. Assign the same names to the video and subtitle files for proper display. ✎...
Page 229 If the following symptoms occur, recheck the system. It may not be malfunction. Operational problem ❐ ꕢ Cannot view certain channels. • Adjust the location or orientation of the antenna. • Save the desired viewing channels on Auto Tuning Channel Edit.
Page 230 Image problem ❐ SETTINGS ➾ Customer Support ➙ Picture Test Conducts Picture Test first to verify that image signal output is normal. When the test image is normal, check connected external devices or broadcast signal. ꕢ Images from the previously viewed channel or other channels linger or the screen shows annoying lines.
Page 231 ꕢ Vibrating horizontal/vertical lines and fishnet patterns appear momentarily. • Such a problem may happen when there is strong electronic interference. Turn off other electronic devices such as mobile phones, power tools and other small electrical appliances. ꕢ The screen display freezes or does not work properly during digital broadcast.
Page 232 ꕢ Digital broadcast cannot be seen though the cable is connected. • Verify subscription and/or signal with cable operator. (Depending on the subscription, digital broadcasting may not be supported.) ꕢ Display is not on or unclear when connected to HDMI. • Check the HDMIⓇ cable specifications. Failure to use genuine HDMIⓇ cable may cause images to fade in and out or not be displayed properly.
Page 233 Sound problem ❐ SETTINGS ➾ Customer Support ➙ Sound Test Try Sound Test to verify that sound signal output is normal. When the test sound is normal, check connected external devices or broadcast signal. ꕢ Screen display is on but no sound. • Check other TV channels. • [Depending on model] Make sure the TV Speaker is set to On.
Page 234 ꕢ For analog broadcast, stereo is not clear or sound comes from one speaker only. • In a poor reception area (areas with weak or unstable signal) or if multi audio is unstable, select Mono Multi Audio. • Adjust the Balance with the Navigation Button. ꕢ TV sound is not in sync with the lips or the sound breaks up occasionally. • If it occurs only with a certain TV channel, that station’s broadcast signal may have a problem.
Page 235 ꕢ Each channel’s volume is different. • Depending on the channel, there can be differences in volume. • Please set Auto Volume to On. ꕢ On certain channels, sound does not come out or only the background music plays. (If it is a program created for overseas viewers) • On Language, set Language ➙ Audio Language to the desired language.
Page 236 ꕢ There is no sound when connected to HDMI/USB. • Verify that the HDMIⓇ cable is high speed. • Check that the USB device and cable is version 2.0 or higher. • Use only regular music (*mp3) files.
Page 237 PC connection problem (Only for models supporting PC ❐ connection) ꕢ The screen display is not on after connecting to the computer. • Check that the computer and TV are securely connected. • Check if the resolution is correctly set for PC input. • To use the TV as a secondary monitor, check that the connected desktop or laptop supports dual monitor displays.
Page 238 ꕢ When connected to the computer, the display is partially cut off or shifts to one side. • Set up the resolution supporting PC input. (If it does not work, reboot the computer.) • Select Screen (RGB-PC) and adjust Position Size / Phase.
Page 239 Problem with replaying movies in My Media ❐ ꕢ I cannot view the files on the Movie List. • Check if the file on the USB storage device can be read on a computer. • Check that the file extension is supported. ꕢ...
Page 240 Federal❐Communications❐Commission❐(FCC)❐Statement ❐ ❐ You❐are❐cautioned❐that❐changes❐or❐modifications❐not❐expressly❐approved❐by❐the❐part❐ responsible❐for❐compliance❐could❐void❐the❐user’s❐authority❐to❐operate❐the❐equipment. This❐equipment❐has❐been❐tested❐and❐found❐to❐comply❐with❐the❐limits❐for❐a❐Class❐B❐ digital❐device,❐pursuant❐to❐part❐15❐of❐the❐FCC❐rules.❐These❐limits❐are❐designed❐to❐provide❐ reasonable❐protection❐against❐harmful❐interference❐in❐a❐residential❐installation.❐This❐ equipment❐generates,❐uses❐and❐can❐radiate❐radio❐frequency❐energy❐and,❐if❐not❐installed❐ and❐used❐in❐accordance❐with❐the❐instructions,❐may❐cause❐harmful❐interference❐to❐radio❐ communications.❐However,❐there❐is❐no❐guarantee❐that❐interference❐will❐not❐occur❐in❐a❐ particular❐installation.❐If❐this❐equipment❐does❐cause❐harmful❐interference❐to❐radio❐or❐ television❐reception,❐which❐can❐be❐determined❐by❐turning❐the❐equipment❐off❐and❐on,❐the❐ user❐is❐encouraged❐to❐try❐to❐correct❐the❐interference❐by❐one❐or❐more❐of❐the❐following❐ measures:...
Page 241 •❐ Reorient❐or❐relocate❐the❐receiving❐antenna. •❐ Increase❐the❐separation❐between❐the❐equipment❐and❐receiver. •❐ Connect❐the❐equipment❐into❐an❐outlet❐on❐a❐circuit❐different❐from❐that❐to❐which❐the❐ receiver❐is❐connected. •❐ Consult❐the❐dealer❐or❐an❐experienced❐radio/TV❐technician❐for❐help. This❐device❐complies❐with❐Part❐15❐of❐the❐FCC❐Rules.❐Operation❐is❐subject❐to❐the❐following❐ two❐conditions: 1❐ this❐device❐may❐not❐cause❐harmful❐interference,❐and 2❐ this❐device❐must❐accept❐any❐interference❐received,❐including❐interference❐that❐ may❐cause❐undesired❐operation❐of❐the❐device. Indoor❐use❐only ❐ ❐ FCC❐Caution:❐for❐indoor❐use❐only,❐use❐outdoors❐or❐in❐other❐modes❐not❐covered❐by❐this❐ manual❐may❐violate❐the❐FCC❐regulation❐and❐violate❐the❐user❐authority❐to❐use❐the❐product.
Page 242 Information❐for❐recycling❐(take-back❐offer) ❐ ❐ This❐product❐may❐contain❐parts❐which❐could❐be❐hazardous❐to❐the❐environment. It❐is❐important❐that❐this❐product❐be❐recycled❐after❐use. LGE❐handles❐all❐waste❐products❐through❐an❐environmentally❐acceptable❐recycling❐ method.❐There❐are❐several❐take-back❐and❐recycling❐systems❐currently❐in❐operation❐ worldwide.❐ Many❐parts❐will❐be❐reused❐and❐recycled,❐while❐harmful❐substances❐and❐heavy❐metals❐ are❐treated❐by❐an❐environmentally❐friendly❐method.❐If❐you❐want❐to❐find❐out❐more❐ information❐about❐our❐recycling❐program,❐please❐contact❐your❐local❐LG❐vendor❐or❐a❐ corporate❐representative❐of❐LG.❐and❐Information❐of❐Regional❐Take❐back❐Schemes❐can❐be❐ found❐at❐:❐ http://www.lg.com/global/sustainability/environment/take-back-recycling.jsp...
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