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LG 50PX2DC -  - 50" Plasma TV Owner's Manual
LG 50PX2DC -  - 50" Plasma TV Owner's Manual

LG 50PX2DC - - 50" Plasma TV Owner's Manual

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PLASMATV
carefully
and completely
before
reference,
number
of the TV in the
cover
and retate this
uire service,

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Summary of Contents for LG 50PX2DC - - 50" Plasma TV

  • Page 1 PLASMATV carefully and completely before reference, number of the TV in the cover and retate this uire service,...
  • Page 2 Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electroni_. Unauthorized mod _ fficatbn could void the user's authority to operate this product.
  • Page 3 Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shal_ _ provided with each apparatus. This information shah be given in a separate booklet sheet or be _ocated _fore any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the appara- tus.
  • Page 4 Safety tnstructions 13, Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service _rsonnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power_supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled...
  • Page 5 Contenls Warning/Caution ........ Manual Sound Control (Custom Option} ..Front Surround ......Saf eby Instructions ......TV Speakers On!Off Setup ....Introduction ......... Controis ......Stereo/SAP Broad_sts Setup ....Connection Options ....Time Menu Options Remote Control Key Functions .... 9-10 Auto Ctock Setup .......
  • Page 6 Introduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewable, The PDP can be thought of as a descen_nt of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent lamps.
  • Page 7 Introduction This is a simplified representation of front pane]. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Front Panel Controls i, POWER Button 5. MENU Button 6, ENTER Button 2. Remote Control Sensor 7. VOLUME (_1, I_) Buttons 3. Power Standby Indicator 8, CHANNEL...
  • Page 8 Introdue#on Back Connection Panel S-VIDEO Input VIDEO Input Connects the video signal from a video device. AUDIO Input Use to connect to hear stereo sound from an extema_ device. S-Vid_ Input RS-232C INPUT (CON- Audio/Video input Monitor DVDiDTV Input Connect S-Video TROLiSERVICE) PORT...
  • Page 9 Introduction When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV, • Reties the inp_ mode between Antenna Cable. Externa{ input modes rotate in regular sequence: Antenna, Cable, Video, Front Video, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV RGB-PC) HDMIiDW input sources.
  • Page 10 introduction VCRiDVD BUTTONS Control some video cassette recorders or DVD p_ayers. ("'RECORD" b_ton is not available for DVD p_ayers.) Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on ot off, depending on mode, U|DE Shows program schedule. _UMBS"rlCK AUIows you to navigate the on*screen menus adjust...
  • Page 11 Installation Ensure that the following accessories are included with your pFasma display, If an a_essory is miming, please contact the _er where you purchased the product. 75_ Round Cable Operating Guide Batteries Power Cord 2-Wall brackets 2-eye -bo_ts D-sub 15 pin Cable (RGB) Remote Contro_...
  • Page 12 /nstalta#on The TV" can be [ns_led in various ways such _ on a wall, or on a desktop etc, • The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally, GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible e_ectric shock If grounding methods...
  • Page 13 Installation 1, Analog and Digital TV signals provided on antenna - Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a CaMe Box Connections For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Mufti-family Dwellings/Apartments antenna socket) Bronze VHF Antenna UHF Antenna Turn d_kwise to tkjhten.
  • Page 14 Installation 3, Analog and Digital TV signals provided on cable and antenna Antenna Bronze Wire Cable TV Wall Turn clockwise to tighten. Jack RF Coaxia_ Wire (75 ohm) Bronze Wire • To improve the pict_Jre quality in a poor signa_ area, please purchase a sign_...
  • Page 15 tnstallation to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the e×ternaJ equip- ment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure. When connecting the TV to external equipment, mutch the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = whffe, and Audio Right = red).
  • Page 16 /nstaltabon ¸ - This TV can receive Digital Over4he-aidCab[e signals without an external digital set4op box. However, if you _ receive Digital signals from a dig_ta_ set4op box or other digital externa_ device, refer to the figure as shown below. This TV supports HDCP (HJgh-bandwio_h Digital...
  • Page 17 installation This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts autom_tica{Iy to the TVs settinge_ = The TV perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card, ch_qge the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly: <When the PC supports...
  • Page 18 Installation Monitor Display Specifications (HDMI/DVI Mode) Hortzon_l Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) Resolution Ft_uency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 48,363 60,00 31,469 5'&94 640x480 56,476 37,861 72_80 70_06 1024x768 60,023 7&02 37.500 75,00 35.156 56.25 37.879 60,31 800x600 48.077 72,18 46,875 7&O0 The TV has a sped_ signa[outputcapabili_ which allows hook up a second...
  • Page 19 tnstallation HIGH _NR-k3N MULTIMED_ INTEF{F,_3E - HDMI the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia interface is a ttade_rk or registered trademark of HDM_ Licensing." This TV can receive the High-Definition Multimedia _nterface(HDMI) or the Digita} Visua_ tnterface(DVI). - This TV supports HDCP(High-bandwidth Dig_al Contents Protection)
  • Page 20 installation Cable sample (not supplied with the product) HDMI Cable HDMI to DVI Cable (not supplied with the product) Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(RCA type) (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(Stereo to RCA type) (not supplied with the product)
  • Page 21 Installation to use 1. Connect the HDMI/DV_ Source Devices(DVD Player or Set Top Box or PC) and the TV SET. 2. Turn on the dispiay by pressing the POWER button on the TV SET and HDMP'DVI _urce Devices remote control. 3.
  • Page 22 Opera#on * in this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may _ different from your TV's _use it is just an exam_e to help you with the TV operation, First, connect power cord correctly At this m_ment, the TV switches to standby m_e_ tn standby...
  • Page 23 Operation - Autorr_3ticaly finds aimavailable channels through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in _mory on the channe_ list. Run EZ Scan again after any Antenn_CaMe connection changes. o A password is required to gain access to EZ Scan menu if the Lock System is turned 1 Press the MENU...
  • Page 24 There are two different ways in order to add or delete scanned c_hannels. One is °Cu_om List" _d the other is "Favorite List" in the channel list. Both of them are avail_[e after _ on the _UIP menu. A Custom List can be created by toggling each channel...
  • Page 25 Operation Choose preset: la_ls for your channels. If a channel label is provided on the signal from the broadcasting station, the TV displays a short name for a channel even if you didn't preset a la_l for the channel "_:" ?NN[i: 1.
  • Page 26 Opera#_on EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance, So{oct the preset value in the _ Picture menu based on the program category, When adjusting Video menu options (contrast, brightness, cotor; sharpness, ant, and color temperature) manually, Picture automatically changes to Costem,...
  • Page 27 Operation Other languages may be avaitaMe if a digi_i signal is provided by the broad_ casting station_ 1, Press the MENU button and then use A / V button to select the AUDIO menu, 2_ Press the I1_ button and then use A/Y button to select .&utile _tt_ge,...
  • Page 28 $R_$(O) is a trademark of SRS Lab,s, Inc, TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under _icense from SRS Labs, Inc, Manufactured under license from Delby Laborate#es_ "Doiby" and the daub_e-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories, 1, Press the MENU button and then use &/V button to sele_ the AUDIO...
  • Page 29 Operation BBE High Definition Sound restores cladty and presence for better speech intelligibility and music realism. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A ,,V button to sele_ the &fJDIO menu. 2. Press the lip button and then use &/V button to select BB£.
  • Page 30 Operalion The time is set automatically from a digi_J channe_ signaJ, The digital channel signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station, Set the dock manually; if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto c_ock function, 1.
  • Page 31 Operation The Sleep T_mer turns the TV off at the preset t_m_, Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off, - You can also set up the Sleep Timer in the TIME menu 1, Press the TIMER button repeatedJy to select...
  • Page 32 0-Lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV with a 16:9 ratio picture format When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 T'v'_ you need to specify how the picture is to be dis- played,...
  • Page 33: Caption / Text

    Operation 1. Press the MENU button and then use A IV button to select the OPTION mGnu. 2. Press the I_ button and then use A / V button to select _pUen. 3. Press the I_ button and then use A ; V button to select On or _ 4.
  • Page 34 Opera#on / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / / Cu_omize the DTViCADTV captions that appear on your screen, 1.
  • Page 35: Low Power

    Operation ° Low _wer reduces the plasma display power consumption, 1 Press the MENU button and then use & / V button to select the OP_ON menu. 2. Press the I_ button and Men use & sV button to selectILow Power. 3.
  • Page 36 Operation Parenta_ Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parentai Control Func_on (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station, defau_ setting is to a_low all programs to be viewed.
  • Page 37 Operation Set up blocking schemes to block specific channels, ratin_, and external viewing sources. A password is required to gain access to this menu. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A/V button to select the LO_ menu. Then, press the I_ button °...
  • Page 38 Opera#on EPG (Electronic Program Guide) (In DTV mode) This system has an E_ectronic Program Guide (EPG) to help your navigate through all the possible viewing options, The EPG suppiies information such as program listings_ start and end times for ali availabJe services This function used only when the EPG information...
  • Page 39: Brief Info

    Operation Brief Info. o Brief Info shows the present screen information. - Press the INFO bb_on to show the Brief ]nfo on the screen. - INFO button does not work in Component1, Component2, and HDMIiDVf modes. o Press the INFO button or EXIT button to exiL Operation:...
  • Page 40: Freeze

    Operadon - When you repeatedly press the MUTE button, the sound mode is chan_d in turn. (Refer to the picture _low) Mute : Sound is muted. Mute Off : Sound is enab]ed, - Freezes the currently-viewed picture, 1. Press the FREEZE button to freeze the screen...
  • Page 41: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    Operation Screen Setup for PC mode • When RG8 connect to PC input and select the RGB-PC, this function is used. ° When HDMt/DV[ connect to PC input and select HDMt/DVt input, this function is used. • In RGB_DTV mode, SIZE and PHASE is not avaiiab_e_ •...
  • Page 42 Exlemal Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup Connect the RSo232C input jack to an extemai control _vice (such as a computer or an APv" control system) and contro_ the Monitor's functions externally. Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor...
  • Page 43 External Control Device Setup Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. Refer to 'Rea_ Data Mapping', See page 44. 1_ Press the MENU button and then use A / V button to select the _tlE'lb'l_ menu, 2, Press the II_button and then use &...
  • Page 44 External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command2:a) 05. Volume Mute (Command2:e) • To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. • q-o control volume mute on/eft. You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button Transmission remote control. I[k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission Data...
  • Page 45 External Control Device Setup (Command2:i) Color 13. Remote Control Lock Mode (Command2:m) • To adjust the screen color. • To lock the remote control and the front panel controls on You can also adjust color in the Video menu. the set. Transmission Transmission [[k][i][...
  • Page 46 External Control Device Setup Setting (Command2:s) 17. Color Temperature (Command2 Orbiter Pixel • To adjust pixel number in orbiter function. • To adjust color temperature. You can also adjust color temperature in the Video Transmission menu. I[ j ][s][ ][Set Ig][ ][gata][Cr] Transmission Data...
  • Page 47 External Control Device Setup * All data are transmitted by Hexadecimal code 25. Input select(Command: x b) (Main Picture Input) *Two/One part Channel: 6th bit • To select input source for TV. This bit is used in a cable-ready system. Transmission *Using physical...
  • Page 48 IR Codes Connect your w_red remote control to the Remote Contro_ port on the TV, Output waveform Single pulse, r_aduiated with 37,917KHz signal at 455KHz Carder fr_uency __J_[__[--l__ FcA_ _ 1_"0 = foso/12 Duty ratiO : TI'qFC : Configut_ion ot' frame q' 1st fran'_e Lead High...
  • Page 49 IR Codes Code (Hexa) Function Note TViVIDEO RIC Button TV INPUT R/C Button POWER R/C Button (Power On!Off) POWER Discrete IR Code (Onty £ewe[ POWER Discrete tR Code (Only Powe:[ Q#) RATIO R/C Button TIMER , R/C Button _ 19 Number Key 0~ 9 R/C Button...
  • Page 50 Programming the Remote Programming the Remote The remote is a multi-brand or a universal remote, it can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices other manufacturers Note that the remote may not control all models of other brand& 1. To find out whether your remote can operate the device...
  • Page 51 Br_d Codes Brand Codes Bt'_ Co#es &_WA KZINWOOD PORTLAND TATU NG &KA 0,48 PULSAR TEAC 1,4_ QUARTZ TECtoNiCS LG (GOLDSTAR) a2"O &MPRO QUASAR TEKNKA _,NAM LLOYD &UDIO DYN, N_IOS THOMAS 9ROKSONIC 2,ANON MAGiN TOSHIBA LtAPE NART t 08 MAGNAVOX 0.33...
  • Page 52 1,r_ 2{38 SANSUI t,%8 DENON 14-3 8ANYO 0££_ fANTASiA SCO_ FtNEAR_4_ SHARP FISHER 08'£ MAGNAVOX 0_,2 MARAN"EZ _2" LG(GOLDS_AR) (._9 1_ i 191 ('_7 SH_I'_/OOD MC N*tOSH SONY HA_1AI HARMA_KAROO{N MEMOREX TAEKWANG tNKEL ONKYO 1&3 1'32 'IMU8 PANASONiC 07_3 !,36...
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting C_cklist Troubleshooting Checklist Check to see if there is any obiect between the "PC and the remote control causing obstruction remote control • Are batteries installed with correct _larity (+ to +,-to doesnt work (Refer top.9) Correct remote operafJng mode set: TV, VCR etc.? inst_l_ new ba_edes.
  • Page 54 Maintenance te n a nc e Early maffunctions can be prevented. Care_{ and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV_ Be cure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning, 1.
  • Page 55 Specification Proq 55 / 1400 Width (inches / mm) 32_3 / 821 Height (inches /mm) 12.4 / 315 Depth (inches / ram) 11&7 / 52_46 Weight (poun_ / kg) Resolution 1366 x 768 (Dot) AC100-24OV ~ 50/60Hz Power requirement NTSC*M, ATSC, 64 &...
  • Page 56 56 P_a...
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  • Page 59 Your LG Plasma TV will be repaired or replaced in accordance with terms of this warranty, at LGE's option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") listed below,...
  • Page 60 10 working days. If a replacement unit is received, please use the carton and packaging from that unit in returning the defective unit to the LG®Brand Service Center. Parts service in accordance with LGE warranty LGE's responsibility will be provided without charge.

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