Page 1 Life's Good LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 32LH250H 37LH250H 42LH250H 32LH25SH 37LH25SH 42LH255H please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future refi Record mode[ of the set. See the cover and quote dealer service. lel" Serial:...
Page 2: Warning / Caution
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way as practical. without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void user's authority to operate this product...
Page 3: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience Keep these instructions. receptacles, and the point where they exit from Heed all warnings. the apparatus. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water.
Page 4 WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electrical Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm. shock, do not expose this product to rain, moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV with wet hands.
Page 5 ANTENNAS Ventilation Install your TV where there is proper ventilation. Do Outdoor antenna grounding not install in a confined space such as a bookcase. If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precau- Do not cover the product with cloth or other mate- tions below.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION ......1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......2 Entry Modes ........... FEATURES OF THIS TV ......7 Photo List ............Music List ............Accessories ............Front Panel Information ........Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control ....52 Back Panel Information ........Preset Picture Settings Stand Instruction ..........
Page 7 Set Password & Lock System ......Channel Blocking ..........Movie & TV Rating ......... Downloadable Rating ........External Input Blocking ........Troubleshooting ..........Maintenance ........... Product Specifications ........IR Codes ............Open Source License ........
Page 8: Features Of This Tv
AC3 digital audio. A subset of digital television, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p resolutions. LG TV include a unique invisible speaker system, Matches the original frame rate of the film for a more...
Page 9: Accessories
PREPERATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact dealer where you purchased the TV. The accessories included may differ from the images below. Owner's Manual CD Manual Remote Control, Power Cord Batteries Not included with all models...
Page 10: Frontpanelinformation
FRONTPANELINFORMATION Image shown may differ from your TV. CHANNEL (A,T) Buttons VOLUME (+,-) Buttons ENTER Button MENU Button SPEAKER INPUT Button POWER Button Remote Control Sensor, Power/Standby Indkator Illuminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the TV is switched...
Page 12 @ GAME CONTROL RiP (REMOTE JACK PACK PORT) Connect to remote jack pack control output port. Control port TV - LINK CFG AV (Audio/Video) Used for FTG Configuration Analog composite connection. Supports standard definition video only (480i). USB IN Used for PC/DTV audio input jack. Used for viewing photos and listening to MPgs.
Page 13: Stand Instruction
PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION m image shown may differ from your TV. INSTALLATION CarefuJJy pJace the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. Assemble the TV as shown. Tighten the stand with the four screws (provided parts of the TV).
Page 14 DETACHMENT Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. © Loose the bolts from TV. Detach the stand from TV. PROTECTION COVER After removing stand, instal[ included protection cover over the hole for the stand. Press the PROTECTION COVER into the TV...
Page 15: Vesawall Mounting
If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to a wall. D"I LG recommends...
Page 16: Cablemanagement
CABLEMANAGEMENT Image shown may differ from your TV. Connect the cables as necessary. ut the cables inside the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP and snap it closed. To connect additional equipment, see the EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section. Secure the power cable with the PROTECTIVE ©...
Page 17: Desktop Pedestalinstallation
PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTALINSTALLATION Image shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches SWIVELSTAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the left or right direction by 90 degrees to suit your viewing position.
Page 18: Attaching The Tv To A Desk
ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK Image shown may differ from your TV. 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. Stand Desk 4-Screws (not provided as parts of the product) Stand ] -Screw...
Page 19: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Preventfalling When The Tv Is Used On A Stand
PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENTFALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND st You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over (when not using a wall mount). Image shown may differ from your TV. D"I We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards.
Page 20: Antenna Or Cable Connection
To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. For optimum picture quality, adjust the direction if needed.
Page 21: Hd Receiversetup
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 RECEIVERSETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air or Digital Cable signals without an external digital set-top box.
Page 22 HDMI Connection 1. How to connect onnect the digital set-top box to HDMI /DVI IN 1 or HDMI 2 jack on the TV. No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use Turn on the digital set-top box.
Page 23 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect onnect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVl IN 1 jack on the TV. r=== Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the TV.
Page 24: Dvd Setup
DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO jacks on the TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO...
Page 25 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and r=rt DVD. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red). >. 2. How to use r=r3 Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.
Page 26: Vcr Setup
VCR SETUP Antenna Connection 1. How to connect Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR to the ANTENNA IN socket on the >. Connect antenna cable antenna in socket of the VCR. Wall Jack 2. How to use Set VCR output switch to 5 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number.
Page 27: Othera/V Sourcesetup
EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP OTHERA/V SOURCESETUP 1. How to connect Camcorder Video Game Set Connect AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) ,--,I 2. How to use iiiii ! r""...
Page 28: 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 1o How to connect output Connect the VGA of the PC to the RGB (PC) iack on the TV. Connect the PC audio output to the AUDIO (RGB/DVI) jack on the TV.
Page 29 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Supported DispJay Specifications (RGBoPC_ HDMmoPC) 31.469 59.94 3Z879 60.31 48.363 60.00 4Z776 59.87...
Page 30 Screen Setup for PC mode Selecting Resolution You can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The Position, Phase, and Size can also be adjusted. Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC). Select Resolution. Select the desired resolution.
Page 31 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP 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. ,--,I ,.,q ,.,q Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC).
Page 32 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. t"" l"t3 Select PICTURE. Position: This function is to adjust pic- ture...
Page 33 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, Size, and Phase to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. ,.,q ,.,q Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC). Select Reset. Select Yes.
Page 34: Usb Connection
USB CONNECTION > r" 1o How to connect onnect the USB device to the USB IN jack on the side of TV. 2. How to use After connecting the USB IN jack, you use the USB func- tion. (_* p.43)
Page 35: Remote Control Functions
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment or off, depending on mode. MARK Use to mark or unmark a photo/music. RATIO Change the aspect ratio.
Page 36 NUMBER button (DASH) Used to enter a program number for multiple program channels such as 2-1,2-2, etc. LIST Displays the channel table. FLASHBK Tunes to the last channel viewed. Increase/decrease the sound level. VOLUME UP /DOWN Switch the sound on or off. MUTE r""...
Page 37: 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 button on the TV or press the POWER button on the remote control. elect the viewing source by using the INPUT button on the remote control.
Page 38: On-Screenmenusselection
ON-SCREENMENUSSELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. _i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_i_ Display each menu. Select a menu item. Enter to the pop up menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 39: Channelsetup
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNELSETUP Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Run this function if you change your residence or move the TV. Also, make sure to run this function with the antenna...
Page 40 Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) If selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quality of the signal being received. Select CHANNEL. Select Manual Tuning. The TV will ask for a password if parental Select DIGITAL or ANALOG.
Page 41: Channel Editing
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Channel Editing The channels in the Channel Edit List are displayed in black and the channels deleted from the Channel Edit List are displayed in blue. When a channel number is deleted, it means that you will be unable to select it using...
Page 42: Channel Label
CHANNEL LABEL Choose preset labels 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 label for the channel Select CHANNEL.
Page 43: Input List
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INPUT LIST "l- Select the desired input source. 1 _ ! AV2J Ho_,_ 1--[ HO_" 1" ! R_0-PC 1_[Compoooot r-" TV: Select it to watch over-the-air, cable r-" and digital cable broadcasts. -2: Select them to watch a VCR or other external equipment.
Page 44: Entry Modes
Image shown may differ from your TV. ENTRY MODES When you connect a USB device, this pop up menu is displayed automatically. When the Pop Up menu does not appear, you can select Photo List or Music List in the USB menu. On a USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete an existing folder.
Page 46: Photolist
PHOTOLIST You can only view .JPG files from USB storage devices. The On-Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported photo file: *.JPG • You can play ]PG files only. • Only baseline scan is supported among ]PG. •...
Page 47 Photo Selection and Popup Menu o"_ Exit _:_ Navigation (_ Popup Menu Page Change Mark When you select a file (not folder), this PopUp menu is displayed. _, View. Display the selected item. >, Marlc Use to mark or unmark a photo. >,, Mark All: Mark all photos on the screen.
Page 48 Full Screen Menu You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in full screen mode. _:_Navigation Popup Menu Page Change _:R_I Mark c;'_ Exit ,:.Navigation _PopupM_nu Pag_Change Mark o_g Exit The aspect ratio of a photo may change the size of the photo displayed on the screen in full size.
Page 49 Select the Slideshow, BGM, (Rotate), Delete, Option, or Hide. I_ _,Slideshow: Selected photos are displayed during slide show. If no photo is selected, all photos in the cur- rent folder are displayed during slide show. _ Set the time interval of the slide show in Option. g_,BGM: Listen to music while viewing photos in full size.
Page 50: Music List
MUSIC LIST You can use the Music List menu to play MP3 files from a USB storage device. This TV cannot play back copy-protected files. The On-Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported music file: *.MP3 Bit rate range 32 Kbps - 320 Kbps •...
Page 51 Music Selection and Popup Menu _ Play (During stop): Play the selected file. Once a song finishes playing, the next selected one wi[[ be played. When there are no selected files to play, the next one in the current folder will be played.
Page 52 The play information box (as shown below) will automatically move across the screen when there is no user input to pre- vent a fixed image remaining on the screen for a extended period of time.
Page 53: Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL This feature lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV. RGB-PC input source use 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio. Press the RATIO button repeatedly to select the picture options : Set By Program, 4:3, 16:9,...
Page 54 Set by program Zoom Selects the proper picture proportion to match Choose Zoom when you want to view the picture the source'simage. without any alteration. However, the top bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. (4:3"* 4:3) (16:9"'* 16:9) Just Scan Normally the edges of video signals are cropped 1-27o.
Page 55: Presetpicture Settings
PICTURECONTROL PRESETPICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode - Preset There are factory presets for picture settings available in the user menus. You can use a preset, change each setting manually. "O © Select PICTURE. Vivid, Standard, Natural, Cinema, © Sport, and Game Settings are preset Select Picture...
Page 56: Color Tone Preset
Color Tone - Preset Choose one of three automatic color adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colors with more blue. "O Select PICTURE. Select Advanced Control. Select Color Temperature.
Page 57: Manual Picture Adjustment- User Mode
PICTURECONTROL MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT- USER MODE Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. "O Select PICTURE. Select Picture Mode. Select Vivid, Standard, Natural, Cinema, Sport or Game. Select Backlight, Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, or Tint. Make appropriate adjustments.
Page 58: Picture Improvement Technology
PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY Dynamic Contrast: Optimizes the contrast automatically according to the brightness of the reflection. Dynamic Color: Adjusts the color of the reflection automatically to reproduce as close as possible natural colors. Noise Reduction: Removes interference up to the point where it does not damage the original picture.
Page 59: Advanced Control-Black (Darkness) Level
PICTURECONTROL ADVANCED CONTROL- BLACK (DARKNESS) LEVEL Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This function enables to select 'Low' or 'High' in the following mode: AV (NTSC-M), HDMI or Component. Otherwise, 'Black level' is set to 'Auto'.
Page 60: Advanced Control- Eyecare
ADVANCED CONTROL- EYECARE Dims extremely bright pictures. This feature is disabled in "Picture Mode-Vivid, Cinema". i_i!iii_ i:i:i:i!liii:i_iiiii!!iii_iliiiiiiii!!ii!i_i!lii!ii_iiiiiiiiii "O Select PICTURE. Select Advanced Control. Select Eye Care. Select 0 n or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 61 PICTURECONTROL ADVANCED CONTROL- REALCINEMA Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. When you operate Real Cinema (2;:2 Pull-Down Mode or Cinema Correction Mode), the TV will adjust 24 fps video from movies to 50 fps video for display. This feature operates only in TV (Analog TV, Digital...
Page 62: Picturereset
PICTURERESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. Select PICTURE. Initialize the adjusted value. Select Picture Reset. Return to TV viewing. Select Yes. DEMO MODE © Displays a slide show to explain the various feature of this TV.
Page 63: Auto Volume Leveler(Auto Volume)
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER(AUTO VOLUME) Auto Volume makes sure that the volume level remains consistent whether you are watching a commercial or a regular TV program. Because each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, volume adjustment may be needed every time the channel is changed.
Page 64: Presetsound Settings (Sound Mode)
PRESETSOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE) Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment as the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. Select AUDIO. 01_ S tandard, Music, Cinema, Sport, Select Sound Mode. Game preset optimum...
Page 65: Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT- USERMODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Select AUDIO. If sound quality or volume is not at the level Select Sound Mode. you want, it is recommended to use a separate home theater system or amp to cope with dif- ferent user environments.
Page 66: Srstrusurround Xt
SRS TRUSURROUND XT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. Select AUDIO. Select SRS TruSurround l'rl Select 0 n or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 67: Clearvoice Ii
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL CLEARVOICE II By differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. Select AUDIO. Select Clear Voice Select 0 n or Off. l'rl Adjustment for Clear Voice Level With selecting O n Select Level.
Page 68: Balance
BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. Select AUDIO. Select Balance. Make appropriate adjustments. l'rl Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 69: Tv Speakerson/Off Setup
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL TV SPEAKERSON/OFF SETUP Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. In AV, Component, RGB and HDMI with HDMI to DVl cable, the TV speaker can be operational even when there is no video signal. If you wish to use an external Hi-Fi system or a SRS System, turn off the TV's internal speakers.
Page 70: Audio Reset
AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. Select AUDIO. Select Reset. Initialize the adjusted value. l'rl Return to TV viewing.
Page 71: Stereo/Sap Broadcast Setup
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL STEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUP For Analog only: This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accom- panies the stereo program if the station transmits an additional sound signal. Mono sound is automatically used if the broadcast is only in Mono.
Page 72: Audio Language
AUDIO LANGUAGE Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station. This feature operates only in DTV mode. Select OPTION. Select Audio Language. Select your desired language. l'rl Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 73: On-Screen Menus Language Selection
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. Select OPTION. Select Menu Language. Select your desired language. l'rl From this point on, the on-screen menus will be shown in the selected language. Return to the previous menu.
Page 74: Caption Mode
CAPTION MODE Caption must be provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. This feature operates only in TV, AV1 -2 mode. 01_ W hen selecting Off, Sub-menus Select Caption On or Off. Analog, DTV, Digital Option become disabled. Analog Broadcasting System Captions...
Page 75: Digital Broadcasting System Captions
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV Captions to appear Other Languages can be chosen for digital sources only if they are included on the program. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set On.
Page 76: Caption Option
Caption Option Customize the DTV captions that appear on your screen. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set On. Select OPTION. m Size: Set the word size. Select Caption. > m Font: Select a typeface for the text. m Text Color: Choose...
Page 77: Clock Setting
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETTING Auto Clock Setup The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. The digital channel signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station. Set the clock manually if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.
Page 78: Manual Clock Setup
Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually. Select TIME. Select Clock. Select Manual. Select the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minute option. Set the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minute option. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 79: Auto On/Off Time Setting
TIME SETTING AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTING This function operates only if the current time has been set. The Off Time function overrides the On Time function if they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the On Time to work.
Page 80: Sleeptimer Setting
SLEEPTIMER SETTING The Sleep Time turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. Press the TIMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. Sleep timer options: Off, 10, 20, 50, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes. Return to TV viewing.
Page 81: Set Password & Lock System
PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broad- casting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by choosing the type of the program and the categories.
Page 82 Lock System Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Lock System. 01_ When you select O n, the Lock System is enable. © Select O n or Off. © Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 83 PARENTALCONTROL/RATINGS Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Set password. Choose any 4 digits for your new password. As soon as the 4 digits are entered, re-enter the same 4 digits on the Confirm. Return to the previous menu.
Page 84: Channel Blocking
CHANNEL BLOCKING Blocks any channels that you do not want to watch or that you do not want your children to watch. Ch. Change Navigation CH _ Page Change ?Ta Previous _Z_ Block/Unblock ME_NU _ Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Block Channel.
Page 85: Movie & Tv Rating
PARENTALCONTROL/RATINGS MOVIE & TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limits specified, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level.
Page 86 TV Rating Children Prevents children from watching certain children's TV programs, according to the ratings limit set. The children rating does not apply to other TV programs. Unless you block certain TV programs intended for mature audi- ences in the TV Rating - sub menu, your children can view those programs.
Page 87 PARENTALCONTROL/RATINGS TV Rating General Based on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you and your family do not want to view. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select TV Rating-General. 01_ A ge (applies to TV-G,TV-PG,TV-14,TV- Select Age, Dialogue, Language, MA).
Page 88: Downloadable Rating
DOWNLOADABLE RATING This function operates only when TV has received Region5 Rating data. Based on rating table, your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Se ,ect LOCK. \ME y 0_If a Downloadable rating is locked, enter the password to unlock it tem- Input the password.
Page 89: External Input Blocking
PARENTALCONTROL/RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input. Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Input Block. Select input source. Select On or Off. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
Page 90: Troubleshooting
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. IMM Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -).
Page 91 Press the VOL or VOLUME button. Sound muted? Press MUTE button. Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. Are the audio cables installed properly? Adjust Balance in menu option. A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise when the product is turned on or off and does not indicate a fault with the product.
Page 92: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here's a great way to keep the dust offyour...
Page 93: Ir Codes
IR CODES 1. How to Connect 01_ Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. 2. Remote Control IR Codes 0_ Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 3Z917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency j -I FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 Configuration...
Page 94 Remote control Button (Power On/Off) POWER Discrete IR Code INPUT Remote Control Button (TV Input Selection) MARK Remote control Button ..Discrete IR Code (AV1 Input Selection) RATIO Remote Control Button ...... Discrete IR Code Remote control Button (AV2 Input Selection) 10-19 Number Key 0-9 Remote control...
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Page 109 COMMERCIAL ODE SETUP GUIDE Note: All features shown within this guide may not be available on all models. Commercial Mode Setup page 7 B-LAN Setup page 43 Cloning Information pages 21 - 25...
Page 110 COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product's compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632, USA, Phone: 1-201-816-2000. Marketed and Distributed in the United States by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
Page 111 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS Important safeguards for you and your new product This product has been manufactured and tested with safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into the new product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using the new product, and save them for future reference.
Page 112 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued from previous page) short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 14. Outdoor Antenna 6rounding 19. Servicing If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the prod- uct, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or provide some protection...
Page 113 The typical installer remote control shown for reference in this manual may be different than the actual remote control supplied with the TV. For any additional information, contact your LG representative. Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Marketed and Distributed in the United States by LGElectronics U,S,A,, Inc,...
Page 114: Table Of Contents
Setup Checklist Installation and Setup Checklist Installer Menu Items Setup Unpack TV and all accessories. Configure all relevant Installer menu items Install batteries in remote control. as required of your institution. Install TV on Vesa Mount or Stand. Note: It may be advisable to make all hard- TV Menus Configuration wire connections...
Page 115 Commercial Mode Setup for Master TV This page provides an overview of a Master TV configuration. Note 1: Disconnect all Aux inputs. Under certain conditions, Auto Tuning (Channel search) is disabled if there is an Aux input active. Commercial Mode Setup Procedure 1.
Page 116: Installer Overview
Typical Installer Menu LG Installer Remote You will need an LG Installer remote control similar to the one shown to the right, The installer remote must have a "Source"...
Page 117: Ftgcard Mode Of Operation Overview
FTG Card Mode of Operation Overview Outlined below is the FTG (Free-To-Guest) setup for individual TV control 1. Set up commercial features of TV/STB. Enter Installer Menu and set all desired items as required. (i.e. Tuning Band, Start Channel etc.) Refer to the Installation and Setup Guide of the TV/STB.
Page 118 FTG Card Mode of Operation Contd. It is easy to determine the operating mode of the W/STB. By pressing Menu, if the Setup or TV menu appears, the Z7 card is in pass-through mode. If the End User 'Function' menu appears, the TV/STB is in FTGmode. Port: f_T Maximum Speed Echo...
Page 119 FTG Channel Map Overview Creating/copying a channel map into LMT7Z7 card will convert the card from pass-through mode to FTG mode. When 'Aspect Ratio' menu is present, card is in FTG mode. CUSTOM CHANNEL LABELS/ICONS SET CHANNEL ATTRIBUTES LOGICAL CHANNEL NUMBERS Set custom labels and select icons on menu.
Page 120: Ftginstaller Menu Overview
FTG Installer Menu Overview CONFIGURATION SETTINGS HOSPITAL GRADE TV/STB ITEMS Select tabs for Installer submneu Set hospital only items on Installer menu for items to set up TV/STB, Hospital grade TV/STBs. Index i U_e_ii Tuning _Audio _ Aux Input_s I STB I10 Video Hospital Use[...
Page 121: Ftgoperation Troubleshooting
FTG Operation Troubleshooting LMT7Z7 Configured Card in FTG Mode of Operation Error Messages Problem Probable Cause Solution Cannot contact FTG application Close extra FTG application on computer. already open. target. Check and connect communication cables. Cable(s) not connected. Turn TV on. TV off.
Page 122: Typical Installer's Remote Control
@®® The remote control is supplied with and dedicated to operate the TV. Some DVD and VCR controls may be available for some LG DVD/VCR ®®® products. ®®® See next page for typical key functions in TV mode and ©®@ DVD/VCR control.
Page 123: Installer Remote Control Key Functions
Installer Remote Control Typical Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions." This typical LG TV remote control is shown for reference. Follow the instructions provided on the Installer menu pages to access the Installer menu. INPUT MARK Use to mark or unmark a photo/music.
Page 124: Rear Connections Panel
Rear Connections Panel RESET UPDATE Press RESET to Restricted to software re-initialize the TV. updates. HDMIIDVI PORT REMOTE JACK PACK PORT Connect to output jacks from Connect to remote jack pack HDMI / DVI device, control output port, AUDIO/VIDEO IN 1- RGB IN (PC) Connect to output jacks on...
Page 125 A/V 2 Input Side Connections Panel / RF Antenna Connection USB IN Insert USB device for software updates and usable for Picture/Music entertainment. L/MONO-AUDIO-R <. Connect to audio outputjacks from external device. For mono audio output, connect to Left audio input. VIDEO Connect to video output port...
Page 126 Remote Jack Pack (RJP) / TV Connections after Commercial Mode Setup and Cloning Master TV Setup Procedures Make these connections after commercial mode setup and cloning procedures are complete Remote Jack Pack Setup RJP Available? If you will use a remote jack pack in your system, set installer item 093 RJP Available to 001 so the RJP function...
Page 127: Mpi Cardslot / Ppvcard Installation
MPi Card Slot / PPV Card Installation The MPI card is equipped with an RFjack For antenna/cable signal source connection. The MPI card slot is also available For installing a PPV (Pay-Per-View) card. MPi Card Removal / PPV Card Installation 1.
Page 128 TV Features Configuration Menus Overview The onscreen menus control the basic TV features CHANNEL PICTURE TIME AUDIO LOCK OPTION INPUT Main TV Menus The Main TV setup menus control the features of the TV. Set the TV features to the desired configuration for the end user.
Page 129 TLL-1100A Cloning Connections/Learning Setup Connections for the TLL-1100A Clone Programmer to Learn the TV Master TV Setup On Master TV Set up all Master TV features on M.P.I. Learning Setup the menus and do a Channel CLONE SELECTION MENU Selected Bank: CBank X Saved Search.
Page 130 LT2002 Cloning Connections/Learning Setup Connections for the LT2002 Clone Programmer to Learn the TV Master TV Setup Antenna or CATV Ferrite Core (TDK, ZCAT 2035-0930) QuickSet II Programmer LT2002 Warning: Do not use LT2002 while any PPV card is installed in TV or clone programmer device Clone Programmer will be damaged.
Page 131 LT2002 Clone Communication Problems time needs to be copied from a Zenith/LG TV equipped with M.P.I. . A slow flashing green light indicates there are communica- input capability. tion problems between the TV and the LT2002 clone program- mer, If this is the case, check for a damaged cable, poor con-...
Page 132 Cloning Connections/Teaching Setup Teaching the Master Setup to Another TV Connections for the LT2002 to Teach another TV the Master Setup _- -- -- ..or CATV b_e_ ok B,inkp_ern QuickSet II Programmer LT2002 CloneProgrammer Target TV (1) LEARN FROM TV (2) TEACH TO TV (3) SET CLONE CLOCK FROM TV (4) SET TV CLOCK FROM CLONE...
Page 133 (Teach/Learn should take a minimum of 1 minute.) entire TV setup. Remote does not Wrong Installer remote. - Only use an LG Installer remote to operate clone programmer with TV. operate clone. LED does not blink. , M.P.I. cord not connected.
Page 134: Installer Menus
Installer Menu Use the Installer's Menu to set up or change operational settings. See more detailed descriptions of the Installer menu items on the following pages... Accessing the Installer's Menu Make sure TV is on. Installer's menu items can be accessed by using an installer's remote control.
Page 135 Installer Menu Installer Menu Items 035 through Menu item Function Value Range Default Value Brief Description of Function and Comments COMPPORT EN. 0 / 1 Set to 0 to disable HDMI 1. Set to 1 enable HDMI 1 YPrPb EN. 0 / 1 Set to 1 to enable display panel Component Video 1 input Jacks.
Page 136 Installer Menu Generally, this feature is used in connection with START CHANNEL Detailed Descriptions of Installer Menu Items (Installer item 004) where the start channel may, for example, be set to 3 or 4. If the start channel is 3, then the TV will remain locked on 000 -INSTALLER SEQUENCE Channel 3.
Page 137 Installer Menu 031 - POLL RATE 011 - KEY DEFEAT (Keyboard Defeat) M.P.I. Communication Parameter. Selects Poll Rate for M.P.I. Leave at If set to 1, key defeat prevents the end user from accessing the on- default setting unless changed by Pay-Per-View provider. Step size of screen menus with the display front panel--MENU, SELECT,and Left / 16 ms.
Page 138 Installer Menu Detailed Descriptions of Installer Menu Items 047 - AUX STATUS 081 - UPN LSB (UPN Least Significant Byte) Set to 1 for M.P.I. AUX source to be reported as a channel number User programmable number, least significant byte readable by M.P.I. command.
Page 139 Installer Menu 101, the TVautomatically controls backlighting depending upon the 093 -RJP AVAILABLE (Remote Jack Pack Available) picture level of the current program. 0 = Remote jack pack is not available or disabled. set to 255, to disable power saving mode. 1 = Legacy Model RJPs: HDMI Mode Enables RJP when an HDMI cable is inserted into RJP.
Page 140 TV Master TV setup. result. Be sure to do each task as indicated. If a procedure or You will also need an LG installer remote control similar to step is left out or not performed completely, cloning may not the one shown in the front of this manual.
Page 141 Reference: Procedures for adding Channel Label Icons/Custom Channel Labels (2-5-4 + MENU Mode) Adding Channel Icons and Labels in the 2-5-4 + Menu Mode Editing and adding the labels can only be done if there are Editing/Adding Channel ICONs and/or Labels channels entered into the TV's channel map either by using the if there is no pre-assigned...
Page 142: Clonable Menu Features/ Checking Software Version
Reference: Clonable Menu Features Clonable Menu Features Menu /Sub Menu Features Lock Audio Contd. Treble Movie Rating Installer Menu Bass TV Rating - Children Age TV Rating - Children Fantasy Installer Item settings SRS TruSoundXT Violence TV Speaker Channel TV Rating - GeneralAge Auto Tuning (Channel Lineup) Option Input Block...
Page 143: Usbend User Features
USB End User Features USB Menu features Picture Slideshow with or without Music accompaniment USB Device Setup On the USBdevice, load Photo and Music files e.g. MP3. Insert USBdevice into USBport on TV sidejack panel. PressMenu and select USBoption, press Enter. Note: Windows .wma files are not usable.
Page 144 Reference USB Cloning Master TV Profile Setup-Learning Learn from TV USB Download Menu Learning current profile from master TV: I Upgrade TV Software I Upgrade PTC Software I Teach To TV Don't remove the USB memory card. D° n°t unplug' On Master TV, Create Profile and Learn used to enter...
Page 145 Reference USB Cloning: Master TV Profile Setup-Teaching Teach to TV Teach to TV Teaching the selected profile to the TV: Don't remove the USB memory card. Do not unplug! On Target TV, Teach Master TV Profile 1. Plug USB memory card with Master TV Profile profiles.
Page 146: Tvcamport Auto Senseoperation
TV Camport Auto Sense Operation The CAMPORTAuto Sense function is enabled when: CAIVIPORT ( Front Video) Functionality Control 1. Installer Menu Item 34, CAMPORTEN is set to 1 AND Item 34 Item 40 Front Video 2. installer Menu item 40, AUTO CAMPORT is enabled (1). CAMPORT EN AUTO CAMPORT Operation...
Page 147: Troubleshooting
TV Aux Input Configuration / Troubleshooting ENABLE MPIDATA MPI DATA DATA STATUS DIRECT ACCESS DATA STATUS TYPE TYPE0xD2 START Tuning Installer Menu STATUS 0x41 SOURCES CURRENT SOURCE TYPEOXOD ASSIGNMENT ENABLED (R/W) SOURCE(R) AUXSOURCE Source Mode Number Source Input Labeling Value Labeling Value Labeling...
Page 148 , Too much light in room. -Dim room light. , Wrong Installer remote control. -Requires compatible Installer remote, contact your LG dealer. Picture Reception Normal picture, poor , Audio muted. -Press MUTE or use Volume Up key to increase sound level. or no sound.
Page 149 1 minute.) entire TV setup. Remote does not , Wrong Installer remote. - Only use an LG Installer remote to operate clone programmer with TV. operate clone. LED does not blink. , M.P.I. cord not connected.
Page 150: Troubleshooting Flow Chart
Troubleshooting Flow Chart Quick Controller Check Plug into AC key on TV i Press 'POWER' or 'ON/OFF' Power Outlet TV Turn 1. Bad TV or 'VOLUME UP/DOWN' 'MUTE' key on Installer ress 'POWER' or 'ON/OFF' Remote 1. Bad Analog Board. 2.
Page 151: Commercial Mode Check
Commercial Mode Check Press the "On/Off" on the front panel. The On/Off key is always operational. _you ponse Bad TV TV set On Leave Go to Installer menu by pressing "MENU" until the TV stops responding. TV is in Stopped Commercial responding Mode.
Page 152: Glossaryof Terms
Glossary of Terms A list of definitions for some of the words found in this guide 75 OHM RE CABLE PHYSICAL CHANNEL NUMBER The wire that comes from an off-air antenna Digital Video Interface The actual channel number. Analog channels or cable service provider.
Page 153: B-Lan Setup And Overview
B-LAN Overview B-LAN Setup and Overview Power to the B-LAN module is controlled by Installer Menu Item 118 Power savings. By default, value 003, the B-LAN module is only powered on when the TV is powered on. There are two bits in the Power Savings item to control power to the B-LAN module, one for power during TV Standby mode and one for power during TV Power On mode.
Page 154: Rjp Model List And Input Hierarchy
Reference: RJP Model List and Input Hierarchy RJP Model List Models Scaler Models RJP-101M Not Support PCB RJP-101ML Not Support PCB RJP-11OF RJP-21OF RJP-110FW RJP-210FW RJP-110W RJP-210W RJP-110WBR RJP-210WBR RJP-110S RJP-210S RJP-120G RJP-220G RJP-120T RJP-220T RJP-201 B RJP-301 B RJP-202B RJP-302B RJP input Hierarchy...

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