LG 42PN450P Owner's Manual
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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL PLASMA TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 42PN450P 50PN530P 50PN450P 60PN530P www.lgsolutions.com P/NO : MFL67701721 (1304-REV00)
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your product. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. WARNING/CAUTION Follow all instructions. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Do not use this apparatus near water. - Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Protect the power cord from being walked on CAUTION concerning the Power Cord or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience (Can differ by country): receptacles, and the point where they exit from the It is recommended that appliances be placed upon a apparatus.
- Page 4 If you smell smoke or other odors coming from Do not attempt to modify this product in any way the TV, unplug the power cord and contact an without written authorization from LG Electronics. authorized service center. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s Do not press strongly upon the panel with a hand or authority to operate this product.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Dot Defect For USA and Canada The Plasma or LCD panel is a high technology product with resolution of two million to six million FCC NOTICE pixels. In a very few cases, you could see fine dots on the screen while you’re viewing the TV.
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Page 6: Licenses
LICENSES LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit 'www.lg.com'. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE CONTROL LICENSES WATCHING TV Turning the TV on for the first time TABLE OF CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING INSTALLATION PROCEdURE SPECIFICATIONS ASSEMBLING ANd PREPARING IR COdES Unpacking Parts and buttons EXTERNAL CONTROL dEVICE SETUP Lifting and moving the TV Setting up the TV RS-232C Setup... -
Page 8: Installation Procedure
The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and item. Remote Control, Owner’s Manual Power Cord Batteries (AAA) (See p.25) (For 42PN450P) (For 50PN450P, 50/60PN530P) (For 42PN450P) Stand Screws Stand Screws Desk-mount Screw 7 EA, M4 x 14 7 EA, M5 x 16 (See p.14) - Page 9 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CAUTION Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and product life span. Any damages or injuries by using unapproved items are not covered by the warranty. Some models appear to have a thin film on the screen. It is actually part of the screen, do not remove it. NOTE The items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.
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Page 10: Parts And Buttons
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Remote Control Sensor Power Indicator Screen Buttons Speakers Button Description Scrolls through the saved channels. Adjusts the volume level. Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input. Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus. Changes the input source. -
Page 11: Lifting And Moving The Tv
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size. CAUTION Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen. -
Page 12: Setting Up The Tv
Make sure that the screws are fastened completely. (If they are not fastened securely enough, the TV may tilt forward after being installed.) Do not fasten the screws with too much force; otherwise they may be worn out and get loosened. For 42PN450P 3 EA M4 x 14... - Page 13 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING To detach the stand, For 50PN450P, 50PN530P NOTE Remove the stand before installing the TV on a wall mount by performing the stand attachment in reverse. When installing the wall mounting bracket, use the Protection cover. This will protect the opening from accumulating dust and dirt 4 EA M5 x 16...
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Page 14: Mounting On A Table
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Securing the TV to a table (For 42PN450P) Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. Fix the TV to a table to prevent from tilting forward, - Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from damage, and potential injury. -
Page 15: Mounting On A Wall
Mounting on a wall Securing the TV to a wall (optional) (Depending on model) An optional wall mount can be used with your LG Television. Consult with your local dealer for a wall mount that supports the VESA standard used by your TV model. -
Page 16: Tidying Cables
Use an by accident. authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. Gather and bind the cables with the cable holder. -
Page 17: Making Connections
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS You can connect various external devices to the TV. Supported external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, and other external devices. For more information on external device’s connection, refer to the manual provided with each device. NOTE If you record a TV program on a DVD recorder or VCR, make sure to connect the TV signal input cable to the TV through a DVD recorder or VCR. -
Page 18: Connecting To A Hd Receiver, Dvd Player Or Vcr
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD Player or VCR Connect a HD receiver, DVD Player or VCR to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI Connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device. Transmits digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration. -
Page 19: Component Connection
MAKING CONNECTIONS Component Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the component cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE If cables are installed incorrectly, it could cause the image to display in black and white or with distorted color. Check to ensure each cable is matched with the corresponding color connection. -
Page 20: Composite Connection
MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the TV. AV IN VIDEO L/MONO... -
Page 21: Connecting To A Pc
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC NOTE It is recommended to use an HDMI connection for the best image quality. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness. If noise is present, change the PC output to another resolution, change the refresh rate to another rate, or adjust the brightness and contrast on the PICTURE menu until the picture is clear. - Page 22 IN 2 MAKING CONNECTIONS Method B: dVI to HdMI Connection (*Not Provided) AUDIO IN (PC) AUDIO IN (PC) (*Not Provided) Method C: RGB Connection RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (PC) RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN (PC)
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Page 23: Connecting To An Audio System
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an Audio System You can use an optional external audio system instead of the built-in speaker. NOTE If you use an optional external audio device instead of the built-in speaker, set the TV speaker feature to off. Digital Optical Audio Connection Transmits the digital audio signal from the TV to an external device. -
Page 24: Connecting A Usb Device
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting a USB Device Connect a USB storage device such as a USB flash memory, external hard drive, or a USB memory card reader to the TV and access the USB menu to use various multimedia files. (*Not Provided) -
Page 25: Remote Control
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To install batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching the ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover. - Page 26 REMOTE CONTROL Adjusts the volume level. Accesses your favorite channel list. Selects a menu or option. AUDIO Digital signal: Changes the audio language. Analog signal: Changes the MTS sound. MUTE Mutes all sounds. ^ CH v Scrolls through the saved channels. ^ PAGE v Moves to the previous or next screen.
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Page 27: Watching Tv
WATCHING TV WATCHING TV When the basic settings are complete, press OK. NOTE Turning the TV on for the first time If you do not complete the Initial setting, it will appear whenever the TV turns on. When you turn the TV on for the first time, the Initial Disconnect the power cord from the power setting screen appears. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING General Problem Solution Cannot control the TV with the Check the remote control sensor on the product and try again. remote control. Check if there is any obstacle between the product and the remote control. Check if the batteries are still working and properly installed ( No image display and no sound is Check if the product is turned on. - Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Video Problem Solution An image displays in black and Adjust the color setting in the menu option. white or the color quality is poor. Keep a sufficient distance between this product and other electronic products. Scroll to other channels. There may a problem with the broadcast. Horizontal or vertical bars appears Check if there are local interferences such as an electrical appliance or power or images blur...
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Page 30: Specifications
Environment condition Operating Temperature 0 °C ~ 40 °C (32 °F ~ 104 °F) Operating Humidity Less than 80 % Storage Temperature -20 °C ~ 60 °C (-4 °F ~ 140 °F) Storage Humidity Less than 85 % 42PN450P 50PN450P MODELS (42PN450P-UA) (50PN450P-UA) Dimensions With stand 983.6 x 650.3 x 250 (mm) - Page 31 SPECIFICATIONS Component port connecting information RGB (PC), HDMI (PC) supported mode Component ports on the Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency (KHz) Frequency (Hz) 720 x 400 31.469 70.08 640 x 350 31.468 70.09 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 Video output ports on DVD player 800 x 600 37.879...
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Page 32: Ir Codes
IR CODES IR COdES • This feature is not available for all models. Code Code Function Note Function Note (Hexa) (Hexa) CH +, PR + R/C Button Q.Menu R/C Button CH -, PR - R/C Button List, - (ATSC Only) R/C Button Volume + R/C Button... -
Page 33: External Control Device Setup
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP EXTERNAL CONTROL dEVICE SETUP RS-232C Setup Type of connector; D-Sub 9-Pin Male Connect the RS-232C (serial port) input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/ V control system) to control the product’s functions externally. -
Page 34: Rs-232C Configurations
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C configurations Set ID Set ID number. 7-Wire Configuration OPTION (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) Move Move Language Input Label SIMPLINK : On Caption : Off Demo Mode : Off ISM Method : Normal Set ID Initial Setting : Home Use Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. -
Page 35: Communication Parameters
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters • Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) • Stop bit : 1 bit • Data length : 8 bits • Communication code : ASCII code • Parity : None • Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Command reference list (Depending on model) DATA... -
Page 36: Transmission / Receiving Protocol
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Transmission / Receiving Protocol Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command 1] : First command to control the TV. (j, k, m or x) [Command 2] : Second command to control the TV. [Set ID] : You can adjust the [Set ID] to choose desired monitor ID number in option menu. Adjustment range in TV is 1 to 99. - Page 37 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Commands may work differently depending on model and signal. 01. Power (Command: k a) * In case of video mute on only, TV will display On Screen Display(OSD). But, in case of Screen mute ► To control Power Off of the set. on, TV will not display OSD.
- Page 38 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 09. Tint (Command: k j) 14. Color(Colour) Temperature (Command: x u) ► To adjust the screen tint. ► To adjust colour temperature. You can also adjust You can also adjust tint in the PICTURE menu. Color(Colour) Temperature in the PICTURE menu. Transmission [k][j][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [x][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Red : 00 to Green : 64...
- Page 39 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Digital Terrestrial/Cable/Satellite Data 05: Input Source (Analogue) - 00 : Terrestrial TV (ATV) [Data 00][Data 01]: Channel Data - 01 : Cable TV (CATV) Data 00 : High Channel data * Digital Terrestrial/Cable Data 01 : Low Channel data - 00 00 ~ 27 0F (Decimal: 0 ~ 9999) Data 00 : xx (Don't care) Data 02 : Input Source (Digital)
- Page 40 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP [Data 01][Data 02]: Major Channel Number 20. Control Back Light (Command: m g) Data 01: High byte Channel Data • For LCD TV / LED TV Data 02: Low byte Channel Data ► To control the back light. - 00 01 ~ 27 0F (Decimal: 1 ~ 9999) Transmission [m][g][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Data 03][Data 04]: Minor/Branch Channel Number...
- Page 41 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 22. 3D(Command: x t) (only 3D models) 23. Extended 3D(Command: x v) (only 3D models) (Depending on model) (Depending on model) ► To change 3D option for TV. ► To change 3D mode for TV. Transmission [x][v][ ][Set ID][ ][Data 00][ ] Transmission [x][t][ ][Set ID][ ][Data 00][ ][Data 01] [Data 01][Cr] [ ][Data 02][ ][Data 03][Cr]...
- Page 43 CHILD SAFETY: It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display Congratulations on your purchase! As you enjoy your new product, please keep these safety tips in mind: THE ISSUE y The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat panel displays are popular purchases.
- Page 44 The model and serial numbers of the TV are LG Customer Information Center located on the back and/or one side of the TV. For inquires or comments, visit www.lg.com or call; Record them below should you ever need service. 1-888-865-3026...