LG 42PQ20 Owner's Manual
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PLASMA TV
OWNER'S MANUAL
42PQ20
42PQ60
50PQ20
50PQ60
42PQ30
50PS30
50PQ30
50PS60
60PS60
Please read this manual carefully
before
operating
your set and retain
it for future
reference.
The model
and serial
number
of the TV is located
on the back and one side of the TV.
Record it below should you ever need service.
Model:
This product qualifies for ENERGY STARin the "fac-
tory default (Home Use mode)" setting and this is
the setting in which power savings will be achieved.
Changingthe factory default picture setting or enabling
other features will increasepower consumption that
could exceed the limits necessary to quality for
Energy Star rating.
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  • Page 1 Life's Good PLASMA TV OWNER'S MANUAL 42PQ20 42PQ60 50PQ20 50PQ60 42PQ30 50PS30 50PQ30 50PS60 60PS60 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the TV.
  • Page 2: Warning / Caution

    Article 820-40 of the National without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void user's Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that...
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS 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 Outdoor antenna grounding Install your TV where there is proper ventila- tion. Do not install in a confined space such as If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow a bookcase. Do not cover the product with precautions below. An outdoor antenna system cloth or other...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION ......A - Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) ..40 - Channel Editing ........SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......Channel List ............ FEATURE OF THIS TV ....... 6 Favorite Channel Setup ........Favorite Channel List ........Brief Information ..........Input List ............
  • Page 7 Troubleshooting ..........Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) ....71 Maintenance ..........Clear Voice II ..........Product Specifications ........Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode) ....73 Programming The Remote Control ....104 Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode ... 74 IR Codes .............
  • Page 8: Feature Of This Tv

    ..(This feature is not available for all models.) best their LG HDTV has to offer. CALIBRATE LIKE A PRO: Sophisticated and detailed calibrations can be made through the lSFccc mode.
  • Page 9: Accessories

    PREPARATION 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. "O © _!ii!i!i_i_i_!!!!i!!!!!!!!!!!!_!!!!!!!!!_!!_! _!!_!,!!!!!_!_i_ii_i_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_,, _iiiiililililiiiiii_!!_iiii ¸¸¸_.._ _ilililililililililililiiiii:il _i_i_ iiii_i_iiii,i,i_i,iii,i,ii_i,i,iiiiiiiiiii_ii...
  • Page 10: Frontpanelinformation

    PREPARATION FRONTPANELINFORMATION ""_ Image shown may differ from your TV. © 42/5OPQ2O Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. Remote Control Sensor Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on. T_PPOWER ENTER INPUT MENU...
  • Page 11 42/50PQ30, 42/50PS30 Remote Control Sensor ii!i!ilil,iii@_i_iii!iiiii_iiiiiJiiiiii!!!iiiiii Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according the surrounding conditions. Power/Standby Indicator llluminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on. VOLUME CHANNEL _PaWERiiiiiiii[iiiiiiiiii((((iii_iiii_iiii_ Buttons Buttons IButton 42/50PQ60, 50/60PS60 CHANNEL Buttons VOLUME Buttons ENTER Button Remote Control...
  • Page 12: Back Panelinformation

    PREPARATION Only 42/50PQ60, BACK PANELINFORMATION 50/60PS60 Image shown may differ from your TV. © HDMI/DVI IN, HDMI IN @ COMPONENT IN Digital Connection. Supports HD video and Digital Analog Connection. Supports audio. Doesn't support 480i. Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & red and white for audio.
  • Page 13: Stand Instruction

    STAND INSTRUCTION Image shown may differ from your TV. This part of STAND INSTRUCTION mainly use picture for 42PQ30/60 models. Detachment Installation Carefully place the TV screen side down on a Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from...
  • Page 14: Desktop Pedestalinstallation

    PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTALINSTALLATION ,,,IImage shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. l'rl 4 inches © 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches SWIVELSTAND (This feature is not available for all models.) After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV manually to the left or right direction by 20 degrees to suit your...
  • Page 15: Vesa Wall Mounting

    If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to a wall. LG recommends that wall mounting...
  • Page 16: 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 You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over (when not using a wall mount). "O ,,,iImage shown may differ from your TV. I'tl We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards.
  • Page 17: 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) "O Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed.
  • Page 18: Hd Receiver Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 01_ To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. llllll_ Image shown may differ from your TV. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box.
  • Page 19 HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, 3 or 4 (Only 42/50PQ60, 50/60PS60) jack on the TV. necessary. No separate audio connection is HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use 01_ Turn on the digital set-top box.
  • Page 20 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVl IN 1, 2, 3 or 4 (Only 42/50PQ60, 50/60PS60) jack on the TV. Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVl)
  • Page 21: Dvd Setup

    DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the 1"1'3 COMPONENT IN VIDEO 1 jacks on the TV. r'rl Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). VIDEO _AUDIO- ri.3...
  • Page 22 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP S-Video Connection 1. How to connect onnect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S-VIDEO input on the TV. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the AUDIO input jacks on the TV. 2. How to use 01_ T urn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.
  • Page 23: Vcr Setup

    VCR SETUP Antenna Connection 1. How to connect Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR to the ANTENNA/CABLE IN socket on the TV. Connect antenna cable "0 antenna in socket of the VCR. Wall Jack 2. How to use "0 Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then Antenna...
  • Page 24 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use 01_ Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR.
  • Page 25: Othera/V Sourcesetup

    OTHERA/V SOURCESETUP Camcorder Video Game Set 1. How to connect Connect AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use 01_ S elect the AV2 input source on the TV using the INPUT...
  • Page 26: Usb Connection

    EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP USB CONNECTION i.e) l'rl l'rl 1. 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.
  • Page 27: Pc Setup

    PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. Connection VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) 1. How to connect onnect the VGA output of the PC to the RGB (PC) jack on the TV. Connect the PC audio output...
  • Page 28 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Supported Display Specifications (RCB-PC, HDMm-PC) I"1"1 31.468 70.08 31.469 59.94 37.879 60.31 48.363 60.00 4Z78 59.87 4Z72 59.80 66.647 59.988...
  • Page 29 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 the desired resolution. Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC). Select Resolution. Auto Configure Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability.
  • Page 30 EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP Adjustment for screen Position, Size, and Phase If the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. Select PICTURE. _ Position: This function is to adjust pic- ture to left/right...
  • Page 31 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. Select PICTURE. Select Screen (RGB-PC). Select Reset. Select Yes.
  • Page 32: 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. TV/STB/DVD Select the remote operating mode: TV, STB or DVD. Q. MENU MENU POWER Turns the TV on from standby or offto standby.
  • Page 33 THUMBSTICK Navigates the on-screen menus and adjusts the system settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction RETURN function. INFO Displays channel information at the top of the screen. -r"...
  • Page 34: Quick Menu

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INFO0 INFO Displays channel information at the top of the screen. AVMODE ENERGY SAVING AV MODE Toggles through preset Video and Audio modes. _ p.47 POWER Turns the TV on from standby or off to standby. INPUT Rotates through inputs.
  • Page 35 NUMBER button (DASH) Used to enter a program number for multiple program channels such as 2-1,2-2, etc. LIST Displays the channel list. -r" FLASHBK Tunes to the last channel viewed. THUMBSTICK < (Up/Down/Left Navigates the on-screen menus and adjusts the system settings to your preference. Right/ENTER) >...
  • Page 36: Turning On Tv

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL TURNING ON TV Turning on TV just after installation First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, TV is in standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, pressthe INPUT, CH (A or • ) button on the TV or pressthe POWER,INPUT, CH(^ or v ), Number (0~9) button on the remote control.
  • Page 37: Initial Setting

    INITIAL SETTING This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when pur- chasing the TV. It will be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be acti- vated from the user menus.
  • Page 38 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Step3. Time setting Select Auto or Manual. -r" Select desired time option. < > © © Step4. Auto Tuning Start Auto Tuning.
  • Page 39: On-Screenmenusselection

    ON-SCREENMENUSSELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. i_i ¸ii ¸!_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!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!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!i!_!ii ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!i _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ "-r" < -r" > ii///ili_iiiiiiiiiii_ _iiii/i[iiiiiii]/i iiii_iji For USA For Canada Display each menu. Select a menu item. Accept the current selection.
  • Page 40: Quick Menu

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL QUICK MENU Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently. Aspect Ratio: Selects your desired picture format. Picture Mode: Selects the factory...
  • Page 41: Channelsetup

    CHANNELSETUP Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. -r" < -r" > © Select CHANNEL. © Select Auto Tuning. The TV will ask for a password if parental control has been activated (Lock Menu).
  • Page 42: Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning)

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) If you select DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quali- ty of the signal being received. -r" < > Select CHANNEL. Select Manual Tuning.
  • Page 43: Channel Editing

    Channel Editing When a channel number is deleted, it means that you will be unable to select it using CH ^, v button during TV viewing. If you wish to select the deleted channel, directly enter the channel number with the NUMBER buttons or select it in the Channel Edit menu.
  • Page 44: Channel List

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL LIST You can check channels which are stored in the memory by displaying the channel list. iiii_iiii!i!_iii_!_iii_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_ iii_iiii_!iii!i_iiiii_i_iii_iiiiiiiii_ii_ii_iii_Miiiiii1_ii_i_M!Miiii_i_I_ii_i_i_iii_! iii_ii_iii!_!i_i!_iiiiii_i!_i_ii_ii!_iii_iiii_i!!iii_iii_i_!ii_ii_i_i_!i_i iii_i_!iiiiii!!_ii!i!_ii_ii!!_i_i_ii_i_i_iiiii!!iiii!i!!i!iii!_i_! ¸ < > Displaying Channel List © Display the Channel List. © Selecting a channel in the channel list Select a channel.
  • Page 45: Favoritechannel Setup

    FAVORITECHANNEL SETUP Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Favorite Channels are a convenient feature that lets you quickly select channels of your choice without waiting for the TV to select through all the in-between channels.
  • Page 46: Briefinformation

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL BRIEFINFORMATION Brief Info shows the present screen information. Show the Brief Info on the screen. Return to TV viewing < > 10:40 AM © © @ Program title Multilingual : The program contains two or more audio services. Use the Q.MENU menu to select wanted Audio.
  • Page 47: Input List

    INPUT LIST Only these input signals which are connected to a TV can be activated and selected. Select the desired input source. ].. [Com_onen. ] .. [Component2] TV].[ AVli" < "' 1o 1 HDMI2 HDMI1 _l-- RGB-PC > © Disconnected inputs are inactive (grayed out) ©...
  • Page 48: Input Label

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INPUT LABEL You can set a label for each input source when it's not in use. -r" < Only 42/50PQ60, -r" 50/60PS60 > With using OPTION menu With using INPUT button Select OPTION. Select the source(except TV).
  • Page 49: Av Mode

    AV MODE AV Mode toggles through preset Video and Audio settings. (Only for 50/60PS60) iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_!_ _ii_i!i!_ililililililililililililililililililililililililiiiiiiii!!il ¸ iii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii _i!_!_ii_!_!_i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_ zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz_!_i -r" < > Press the AV MODE button repeatedly to select the desired source. © © If you select "Cinema Cinema"...
  • Page 50: Simplink

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL _slmPLInK Simplink allows you to control and play other AV devices connected with HDMI cable without additional cables and settings. This TV may work with devices with HDMI-CEC support, only devices with _imp-,nK Iogo are fully supported. SlMPLINK can be turned on and off in the user menus.
  • Page 51 SIMPLINK Functions 0_ Direct Play: After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media with- out additional settings. 01_ Select AV device: Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to TV. Disc playback: Control connected AV devices by pressing the ^ v <...
  • Page 52: Entry Modes

    ENTRY MODES When you connect a USB device, this screen is displayed automatically. In USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete the existing folder. Connect the USB device to the USB jacks on the side of TV. @ NOTE It doesn't support...
  • Page 53: Photolist

    PHOTOLIST You can 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 JPG files only, Only baseline scan is supported amongJPG. Screen Components Select Photo List.
  • Page 54 Photo Selection and Popup Menu PHOTO LISl 'age _/ ,_,_ Marked Move (_ PopUp Menu Move Page IMA_ Mark Exit When you select a file (not folder), this PopUp menu is displayed. t_ _ Vie_ Display the selected item. Mark All: Mark all photos on the screen. _>...
  • Page 55 Full Screen Menu You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in full screen mode. 4_Move ÷ PopUp Menu Move Page Mark Exit The aspect ratio of a photo may change the size of the photo displayed on the screen in full size.
  • Page 56 Select the Slideshow, BGM, (Rotate), Delete, Option, or Hide. _ 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. _ BGM: Listen to music while viewing photos in full size.
  • Page 57: Music List

    MUSIC LIST You can use the Music List menu to play MP3 files form a USB storage device. This TV cannot play back copy-protected files. The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported music file: *.MP3 Bit rate range 8Kbps ~ 320Kbps •...
  • Page 58 Music Selection and Popup Menu Up to 6 music titles are listed per page. g>, P lay (During stop): Play the selected music. Once a song finishes playing, the next selected one will be played. When there are no selected musics to play, the next one in the current fold- er will be played.
  • Page 59 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 60: 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. * Only DTV/CADTV/Component/HDMI- DTV/DVI-DTV (720p/lO80i/1080p) iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_iii_!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_i_!iii_!!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_!_ ZZ Z Z ZIII!_!_!_...
  • Page 61 16:9 Adjust the picture horizontally, in a linear proportion to fill the entire screen. Just Scan Normally the edges of video signals are cropped 1 -2%. Just Scan turns off this cropping and shows the complete video. Notes: If there is noise on the edges of the original signal, it will be visible when Just Scan is activated.
  • Page 62 PICTURECONTROL Choose 4:3 when you want to view a picture with an original 4:3 aspect ratio. Zoom Choose Zoom when you want to view the picture without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. "0 ©...
  • Page 63: E_Lenergy Saving

    ENERGYSAVING It reduces the TV's power consumption. The default factory setting complies with the Energy Star requirements and is adjusted to the comfort- able level to be viewed at home. You can increase the brightness ofyour screen by adjusting the Energy Saving level or by setting the Picture Mode.
  • Page 64: Preset Picture Settings(Picture Mode)

    PICTURECONTROL PRESETPICTURE SETTINGS (PICTURE MODE) There are factory presets for picture settings available in the user menus. You can use a preset, change each setting manually. "O Vivid, Standard, Cinema(or Cinema), Select Picture Mode. Sport, and Game Settings are preset for the ©...
  • Page 65: Manual Picture Adjustment-Usermode

    MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT-USERMODE Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. 50/60PS60 only: This feature is disabled in "Picture Mode- Cinema". Select PICTURE. Select Picture Mode. Select Vivid, Standard, Cinema(or Cinema), Sport, or Game. Select Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, or Tint.
  • Page 66: Picture Improvement Technology

    PICTURECONTROL PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY You can calibrate the screen for each Picture Mode or set the video value according to the special video screen. You can set the video seeing differently for each input. To reset to the factory default screen after making adjustments to each video mode, execute the "Reset"...
  • Page 67: Expertpicture Control

    EXPERTPICTURE CONTROL By segmenting categories, Expert1 Expert2 provide more categories which users can set as they see fit, offering the optimal picture quality for users. This may also be used be a professional to help optimize the TV performance in the environment the TV is in.
  • Page 68 PICTURECONTROL i,i,l_ S et to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to make picture bluish. mml_ 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. i,i,l_ Adjusts screen colors so that...
  • Page 69 Standard: Displays standard color area. Wide: Mode to use and set the rich color area of the display. i,i,iMaximize the utilization of color to increase color quality. _,_,_ This feature is enabled in "Color Temperature - Warm". i,i,iShow clearer and distinctive yet natural corners of the video.
  • Page 70: Picture Reset

    PICTURECONTROL PICTURE RESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. "O Select PICTURE. Select Reset. Initialize the adjusted value. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 71: Imagesticking Minimization (Ism) Method

    IMAGESTICKING MINIMIZATION (ISM) METHOD A frozen still picture displayed on the screen for prolonged periods can result in a ghost image. You can use Orbiter to help prevent image sticking. The other two functions are for removing a ghost image. "O Select OPTION.
  • Page 72: Demo Mode

    PICTURECONTROL DEMO MODE Displays a slide show to explain the various features of this TV. This feature is disabled in "Initial Setting-Home Use". "O Select OPTION. Select Demo Mode. Select On. Return to TV viewing. After a while, Demo Mode starts.
  • Page 73: 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 74: Clearvoice Ii

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL CLEARVOICE II By differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. Select AUDIO. 01_ I f you select "Clear Voice ll-On", SRS TruSurround XT feature will not Select Clear Voice work.
  • Page 75: 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. Standard, Music, Cinema, Sport, and Game are preset for optimum sound quality at the factory and are not adjustable.
  • Page 76: Sound Setting Adjustment- Usermode

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT- USERMODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Select AUDIO. Make appropriate adjustments. Select Sound Mode. Return to the previous menu. Select Standard, Music, Return to TV viewing. Cinema, Sport, or Game.
  • Page 77: Balance

    BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. Select AUDIO. Select Balance. l'rl Make appropriate adjustments. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 78: Tv Speakerson/Off Setup

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL TV SPEAKERSON/OFF SETUP Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. If you wish to use an external Hi-Fi system or a SRS system, turn offthe TV's internal speakers. Select AUDIO. Select TV Speaker. l'rl Select 0 n or Off.
  • Page 79: Audio Reset

    AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. Select AUDIO. Select Reset. l'rl Initialize the adjusted value. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 80: Stereo/Sap Broadcasts 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 81: 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/CADTV mode. Select OPTION. Select Audio Language. l'rl Select your desired language. Return to the previous menu. Return to TV viewing.
  • Page 82: 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(Language). l'rl Select your desired language. From this point on, the on-screen menus will be shown in the selected language. Return to the previous menu.
  • Page 83: Caption Mode

    CAPTION MODE Analog Broadcasting System Captions Captions are provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. Select a caption mode for displaying cap- tioning information if provided on a program. Analog caption displays information at any position on the screen and is usually the program's dialog.
  • Page 84: Digital Broadcasting System Captions

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV/CADTV 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 85: Caption Option

    Caption Option Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. This function in only available when Caption Mode is turned _!ii:!!i_i_!i_iiii!ii_!i _iii!!ii_i_i:i:!i!_i _iiii!_i_!!_!i:_:i:!!_!_!_i!_!!_!!:_! Select OPTION. _1_ S ize: Set the word size. _ Font: Select a typeface for the text. Select Caption _ Text Color:...
  • Page 86: 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 87: Manual Clock Setup

    Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually. !!!i!!_!i_!_i_!_ii_!_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_!i_i!_i_iii_!_!_!i!i_:_i_i:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii:ii: _:_J!_i_!_i_!i_!!_ii_!i_!_ii_ii_ii_ii_i_i!_i_!!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_i!_!_i:i_!!_i!i_!_!_:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i:_i: ..Select TIME. Select Clock. Select Manual. Select the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes If you unplug the TV once or turn the option.
  • Page 88: 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 89: 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. Select Sleep Timer. ,i,_ You can also adjust Sleep Timer the TIME menu. Select Off, 1 O, 2 O, 3 O, 6 O, 9 O, 120, 180, or 240 minutes.
  • Page 90: 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 91 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 Select O n or Off. is enable. © Return to the previous menu. ©...
  • Page 92 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 93: 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 Move Move Page Previous Block/Unblock Select LOCK. Input the password. Select Block Channel. Select a channel to block or unblock. Block or unblock a channel.
  • Page 94: Movie & Tv Rating

    PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS MOVIE & TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) - For USA only 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 95 TV Rating Children - For USA only 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...
  • Page 96 PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating General - ForUSAonly 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. ,i_Age (applies to TV-G,TV-PG,TV-14,TV- Select Age, Dialogue, Language, MA).
  • Page 97 TV Rating English - For CANADA only Selecting English rating system. _Y'-_ Select LOCK. 01_ E (Exempt) Input the password. 01_ C (Children) 01_ C8+ (Children eight years and older) 01_ G (General programming, suitable for Select TV Rating-English. all audiences) 0101_ PG (Parental Guidance) Select E, C, C8+, G, PG, 1 4+,...
  • Page 98 PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating French - For CANADA only Selecting Canadian French rating system. Select LOCK. 0,_ E (Exempt) Input the password. 0,_ G (General) 01_ 8 ans+ (General-Not convenient for lit- tle children) Select TV Rating-French. 01_ 13ans+ (Not convenient for children of 13 years and younger) t"t3...
  • Page 99: Downloadable Rating

    DOWNLOADABLE RATING This function is available only for digital channels. This function operates only when TV has received Regions Rating data. 01_ Based on rating table, your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Select LOCK.
  • Page 100: External Input Blocking

    PARENTALCONTROL / RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input. Only 42/50PQ60, 50/60PS60 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 101: Key Lock

    KEY LOCK The TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by locking out the front panel controls. This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off.
  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING mml 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. Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -).
  • Page 103 Press the VOL or VOLUME button. mini Sound muted? Press MUTE button. mini Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. mini Are the audio cables installed properly? mmff Adjust Balance in menu option. mini A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise...
  • Page 104: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here's a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while.
  • Page 105: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 54.6 Ibs / 24.8 kg 74.2 Ibs / 33.7 kg 50.0 Ibs / 22.7 kg 68.7 Ibs / 31.2 kg 54.6 Ibs / 24.8 kg 74.2 Ibs / 33.7 kg 50.0 Ibs / 22.7 kg 68.7 Ibs / 31.2 kg 55.7 Ibs / 25.3 7Z1 Ibs / 35.0 kg 51.3 Ibs / 23.3 kg...
  • Page 106: Programming The Remote Control

    PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL (This feature is not available for all models.) The provided universal remote control can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode Testing your remote control.
  • Page 107 Remote Control Code AKAI MARANTZ 012 031 SANSUI MATSUI BROKSONIC MEMOREX SCOTT 017 037 SHARP DAYTRO N SHINTOM SONY DYNATECH EMERSON NDESIGN OPTONICA FISHER SYMPHONIC TANDY FUNA PENTAX TATUNG GO VIDEO TECHNICS PH LIPS HITACHI PILOT THOMAS PIONEER TOSHIBA PULSAR TOTEVISION QUASAR VECTOR RESEARCH 012...
  • Page 108 HDSTB HOUSTON KER 033 AMPLICA BIRDVIEW HUGHES STIG CHANNEL MASTER 013 SAMSUNG CITOH LEGEND SCIENTIFICATLANTA 032 CURTIS SON_ DRAKE LUTRON STARCAST MACOM TEECOM DXANTENNA NEXTWAVE UNIDEN PACESKY SATELLITE 145 ELECTRO HOME PANSAT 101 135 136 VI EWSTAR FUJITSU PHILIPS WINEGARD GENERAL INSTRUMEN_ 003 PICO ZENITH...
  • Page 109: 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 0_ Configuration...
  • Page 110 Discrete IR Code (TV Input Selection) MENU Remote control Button POWER ON Discrete IR Code Number Key 0-9 Remote control Button POWER OFF Discrete IR Code _ Dash(List)Remote control Button (Only Power Off) FLASHBK Remote control Button MUTE Remote Control Button (AV1 Input Selection) Discrete IR Code...
  • Page 111: External Control Through Rs-232C

    EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232C The RS-232C port allows you connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) to control the TV's functions externally. 01_ Note: RS-232C on this unit is intended to be used with third party RS-232C control...
  • Page 112 RS-232C Configurations Either cable below can be used. D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 Set ID Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to 'Real Data Mapping'. Select OPTION. *Real data mapping 0 : Step 0 Select Set ID.
  • Page 113 Command Reference List 00 N 01 00 N 01 02. Input Select (_ p.112) oo_64 14. Treble (_ p.112) 00 ~ 64 04. Screen Mute 00 _ 01 00 - 01 16. Balance _ 64 06. Volume Control 00 ~ 64 00 N 02 00 ~ 64 ....
  • Page 114 Acknowledgemen_ [e] [ ] [set ID] [ ] [OKiNG] [Data] [x] Power (Command: k a) To control Power On/Off of the TV. Volume Control (Command: k f) Transmission[k] [a][] [Set!D][ ] [Data] [Cr] To adjust volume. Data 00: Power Off Data 01 :Power On You can also adjust volume with the volume buttons on remote control.
  • Page 115 12.OSD Select (Command: 18. ISM Method (Command: j p) Toselect OSD (On Screen Display) on/off. To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. TransmisSiOn [k] [I] [ ] [Set ID][] [Data] [Cr] TransmiSSiOn[j ][p][ ] [Set ID][] [Data] [Cr] Data 00: OSD off Data 01 : OSD on Data 02: Orbiter...
  • Page 116 Data 05: The table above lists the binary code which must be 22. Channel Add/Del (Command: m b) To add and delete the channels. converted to Hexadecimal before sending. For example: The binary code to tune the sub source to an NTSC Transmission [m][b][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][cr]...

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