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LG Electronics U.S.A. , Inc. Color Television OWNER’S MANUAL MODELS: DU-30LZ30 DU-42LZ30 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the back cover and quote this...
LG Electronics. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized mod- ification could void the user’s authority to operate this product. The responsible party for this product’s compliance is : LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Important safeguards for you and your new product Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference.
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions continued Safety Instructions continued 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Introduction Introduction Introduction - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. - This manual explains the features available on the DU-42LZ30 TV. Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls Remote Control Sensor Power Standby Indicator Illuminates brightly when the TV is in standby mode.
Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. Illuminates the remote control buttons. TV/VIDEO Selects: DTV, Analog, Video1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or RGB-PC), DVI-DTV (or DVI-PC) input sources.
Installation Installation Ensure that the following accessories are included with your plasma display. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. 1.5V Owner’s Manual Batteries Installation Instruction Installation Instruction all Mount: Horizontal installation all Mount: Horizontal installation For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4”...
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Installation Installation Instruction Installation Instruction - This manual explains the features available on the DU-42LZ30 TVs. Rear A/V Cover Rear A/V Cover * The connection panel is hidden behind the A/V cover. a. Remove the cover. b. Install wires as necessary. c.
External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections Antenna Connection Antenna Connection Analog and Digital TV signals provided on one antenna - Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connections - For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket) Wall Antenna Socket...
Installation NOTE: All cables shown are not included with the TV VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV - Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR. If the 4:3 picture format is used; the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen.
External A/V Source Setup External A/V Source Setup How to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equip- ment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure. When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red).
Installation HDSTB Setup HDSTB Setup - This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if you do receive Digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device, refer to the figure as shown below. - This TV supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) protocol for DTV (480p,720p,1080i) mode.
PC Setup PC Setup - This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. The TV sends config- uration information (EDID) to the PC using the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) protocol.
Operation Operation Operation Screen Setup for PC mode Screen Setup for PC mode - Be sure to select the RGB-PC/RGB-DTV source before operation. (For RGB-DTV input source, Position and Reset are available.) - In DVI-PC and DVI-DTV input source, settings are not adjustable. - You can manually adjust picture position and minimize image shaking for the PC input source.
urning the TV On urning the TV On Turning on the TV just after installation 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Press the ON/OFF button on the TV. At this moment, the TV is switched to standby mode. Press the TV/VIDEO, CH ( ) button on the TV or press the POWER, TV/VIDEO, COMP/RGB/DVI, CH (+ , -), Number (0 ~ 9) button on the remote control and then the TV will switch on.
Operation Setup Menu Options Setup Menu Options EZ Scan (Channel Search) EZ Scan (Channel Search) - Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. - Run EZ Scan again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. EZ Scan SETUP Ch.Edit...
DTV Signal Strength DTV Signal Strength - Reveals how strong your DTV signal is and whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation. - Digital DTV Signals: May not be available in all areas, nor are broadcast on all programs.
Operation Setup Menu Options continued Setup Menu Options continued Main Picture Source Selection Main Picture Source Selection - Changes the picture source so you can watch your off-air TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that are connected to your TV.
ideo Menu Options ideo Menu Options EZ Picture EZ Picture - EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. Select the preset value in the EZ Picture menu based on the program category. - When adjusting Video menu options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, tint, and color temperature) manually, EZ Picture automatically changes to at the factory and are not adjustable.
Operation ideo Menu Options continued ideo Menu Options continued Color emperature Control Color emperature Control - 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. 1.
Audio Menu Options Audio Menu Options Audio Language Audio Language - Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broad- casting station. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3.
Operation Audio Menu Options continued Audio Menu Options continued Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup - This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accompanies the stereo program; if the station transmits an additional sound signal as well as the original one. - Stereo or SAP can be received only when the TV station transmits those signals even though you have selected Stereo or SAP.
ime Menu Options ime Menu Options Auto Clock Setup 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. 1.
Operation ime Menu Options continued ime Menu Options continued Sleep imer Sleep imer - The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. - You can also set up the 1.
Option Menu Features Option Menu Features Aspect Ratio Control Aspect Ratio Control - Lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV with a 16:9 ratio picture format. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the picture is to be dis- played.
Operation Option Menu Features continued Option Menu Features continued Caption Caption 1. Use the CC button repeatedly to select Caption • shows the selected captions option (if available on program) when the TV sound is muted . • You can also use the menu to select 2.
Caption Option Caption Option - Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. 1. Press the MENU button and then use menu. 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3. Press the button and then use F F / G G 4.
Operation Lock Menu Options Lock Menu Options 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 broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed.
Parental Lock Setup Parental Lock Setup - Lets you set up blocking schemes to block specific channels, ratings, and external viewing sources. - A password is required to gain access to this menu if the Lock System is turned on 1.
Operation (Picture-In-Picture) / POP (Picture-In-Picture) / POP - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - Twin Picture mode splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time. Each source is given half the screen.
Moving the PIP Moving the PIP sub picture sub picture In PIP mode, press the D D / E E / F F / G G screen. Adjusting Main and Sub Picture Sizes for Adjusting Main and Sub Picture Sizes for Use the D D / E E / F F / G G button to change main and sub picture sizes in Twin Picture mode.
External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup - Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) and control the Monitor’s functions externally. - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor back panel. - RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the Monitor.
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Set ID Set ID Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping’. See page 36. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3.
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External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command2:a) G To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] * In a like manner, if other functions transmit ‘FF’ data based on this format, Acknowledgement data feedback presents status about each function.
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09. Color (Command2:i) G To adjust the screen color. You can also adjust color in the Video menu. Transmission [k][i][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 • Refer to ‘Real data mapping’. See page 36. Acknowledgement [i][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 10.
External Control Device Setup 19. Color Temperature (Command2:u) G To adjust color temperature. You can also adjust color temperature in the Video menu. Transmission [k][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0: Warm 1: Medium 2: Cool Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 20.
IR Codes IR Codes How to Connect How to Connect G Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. Remote Control IR Codes Remote Control IR Codes G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz G Configuration of frame •...
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IR Codes Code (Hexa) Function 0x0B TV/VIDEO MODE 0x08 POWER 0xC4 POWER ON 0xC5 POWER OFF 0x98 COMP/RGB/DVI 0x79 RATIO 0x0E TIMER 0x10 ~ 0x19 Number Key 0~ 9 0x4C - (Dash) FLASHBK 0x1A 0x09 MUTE 0x02 VOL + 0x03 VOL - 0x00 CH +...
Programming the Remote Programming the Remote G The remote control is a multi-brand or universal remote control. It can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote control may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode Programming a code into a remote mode 1.
Troubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist No picture & No sound Picture OK & No sound The remote control doesn’t work Picture appears slowly after switching on No or poor color or poor picture Horizontal/vertical bars or picture shaking No output from one of the speakers Unusual sound from inside the TV...
Maintenance Maintenance - Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Cleaning the Screen 1.
Image-Persistence Cause & Prevention Image-Persistence is rare on LCDs but is something of which you, the customer, should be aware. What is Image-Persistence? A residual image from a previous screen is still viewable after changing channels/inputs. Sometimes the after image will fade away in a few seconds/minutes, but it is possible that the image is persistent and doesn’t fade away.