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LG 42PM4M Owner's Manual

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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to
the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appli-
ance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FCC NOTICE
• A Class B digital device
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user's warranty.
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 warranty.
COMPLIANCE:
The responsible party for this product's compliance is:
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc
1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
1-800-243-0000
http://www.lgusa.com
2 Plasma Monitor
WARNING
/CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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  • Page 1 • Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s warranty. 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 warranty. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the appa- ratus.
  • Page 3 Safety Instructions 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 15. CAUTION concerning the Power Cord : specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedi- When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cated circuit;...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents Safety Instructions ......2~4 Timer Menu Options Clock Setup ......26 Introduction On/Off Timer Setup .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Introduction Features Of This Monitor Features Of This Monitor What is a Plasma Monitor ? If voltage is applied to gas within glass panels, ultraviolet rays are produced and fused with a fluorescent substance. At that instant, light is emitted. A Plasma Display is a next generation flat Display using this phenomenon. 160°...

  • Page 6: Accessories

    Introduction Accessories Accessories 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. POWER INPUT SLEEP AUTO MENU EXIT 1.5V MUTE Batteries Owner’s Manual Remote Control D-sub 15 pin cable Power Cord Owner’s Manual 7...

  • Page 7: Controls And Connection Options

    Introduction Controls Controls - This is a simplified representation of front panel. - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your monitor. ON/OFF 1. Power Standby Indicator 4. MENU Button Illuminates red in standby mode, Illuminates green when the 5.
  • Page 8 Introduction Connection Options Connection Options - Connection panels shown may be somewhat different from your Monitor. COMPONENT IN EXTERNAL SPEAKER REMOTE RS-232C AUDIO AV IN HDMI/DVI IN CONTROL IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) (RGB/DVI) L-AUDIO-R VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R S-VIDEO REMOTE CONTROL IN COMPONENT IN Connect your wired remote control.

  • Page 9: Remote Control Key Functions

    Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the monitor. - Under certain conditions such as if the remote IR signal is interrupted, the remote control may not function. Press the key again as necessary.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Introduction Installation Installation Desktop Pedestal Installation Desktop Pedestal Installation For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4inches on each side from the wall. • This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your monitor. Power Supply Short-circuit Breaker GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the grounding / earth wire to prevent possible electric shock.

  • Page 11: External Equipment Connections

    Installation External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the plasma display. VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and monitor. - Use the ISM Method (on the Special menu) feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time.

  • Page 12: Cable Tv Setup

    Installation Cable TV Setup Cable TV Setup - After subscribing to a cable monitor service from a local provider and installing a converter, you can watch cable TV program- ming. The monitor cannot display monitor programming unless a TV tuner device or cable TV converter box is connected to the Monitor.

  • Page 13: Dvd Setup

    Installation DVD Setup DVD Setup COMPONENT IN UDIO EXTER AV IN MOTE RS-232C HDMI/DVI IN B/DVI) ROL IN (CONTROL&SERVICE) VIDEO VIDEO L-AUDIO-R VIDEO L-AUDIO-R DIO-R S-VIDEO S-VIDEO HDMI-DVD OUTPUT AUDIO How to connect 1. Connect the DVD video outputs to the COMPONENT (Y, P ) or HDMI IN 1(DVI) jacks and connect the DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the monitor, as shown in the figure.

  • Page 14: Dtv Setup

    Installation DTV Setup DTV Setup - To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and connect a digital set-top box. - This monitor supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) protocol for HDMI/DVI-DTV (480p,720p,1080i, 1080p) mode. COMPONENT IN AUDIO RS-232C 232C AUDIO HDMI/DVI IN HDMI/DVI IN GB/DVI) (CONTROL&SERVICE)

  • Page 15: Pc Setup

    Installation PC Setup PC Setup - This monitor provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to its settings. The monitor sends configuration information (EDID) to the PC using the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) protocol.
  • Page 16 Installation Monitor Display Specifications (RGB-PC / HDMI/DVI-PC Mode) Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 31.469 70.08 640x480 720x400 31.468 70.08 31.469 59.94 37.500 75.00 640x480 43.269 85.00 37.879 60.31 800x600 46.875 75.00 53.674 85.06 832x624 49.725 74.55 48.363 60.00 1024x768 60.023 75.02 68.68 85.00...

  • Page 17: Operation

    Operation Operation Operation urning on the Monitor urning on the Monitor Turning on the Monitor just after installation 1. Connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the Monitor is switched to standby mode. 2. Press the INPUT or button on the Monitor or press the POWER, INPUT button on the remote control and then the Monitor will switch on.

  • Page 18: On Screen Menus Selection

    Operation On Screen Menus Selection On Screen Menus Selection Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the each menu. 2. Press the button and then use F F / G G button to display the available menus.

  • Page 19: Picture Menu Options

    Picture Menu Options Picture Menu Options Picture Status Memory (PSM) Picture Status Memory (PSM) - PSM adjusts the Monitor for the best picture appearance. - When adjusting Picture menu options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, and tint) manually, PSM automatically changes to User 1.

  • Page 20: Color Status Memory (Psm)

    Color Status Memory (CSM) Color Status Memory (CSM) - To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the Cool option. Cool Normal Advanced Advanced Warm Reset Reset User 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the PICTURE menu.

  • Page 21: Picture Reset

    XD (Picture Improvement echnology) XD (Picture Improvement echnology) - XD is LG Electronic’s unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal pro- cessing algorithm. - When selecting PSM options ( Dynamic, Standard, Mild ), XD is automatically changed to Auto.

  • Page 22: Advanced - Cinema 3:2 Pull Down Mode

    Advanced - Cinema 3:2 Pull down Mode Advanced - Cinema 3:2 Pull down Mode - Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. - When you operate Cinema 3:2 Mode (3:2 Pull-Down Mode or Cinema Correction Mode), the TV will adjust 24 fps video from movies to 30 fps video for display.

  • Page 23: Sound Menu Options

    Operation Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options Sound Status Memory (SSM) Sound Status Memory (SSM) - SSM lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the Monitor has the appropriate sound options based on the program content. - When adjusting sound options (treble, bass) manually, DASP automatically changes to Surround MAX Flat...

  • Page 24: Avl (Auto Volume Leveler)

    Operation (Auto V olume Leveler) (Auto V olume Leveler) - This feature maintains an equal volume level; even if you change channels. Balance Balance Speaker Speaker 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the SOUND menu. D D / E E 2.

  • Page 25: Timer Menu Options

    Operation imer Menu Options imer Menu Options Clock Setup Clock Setup - If current time setting is wrong, correct the clock setting. Clock Clock Off time Off time On time On time Auto sleep Auto sleep 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the TIME menu.

  • Page 26: Auto Sleep

    Operation Auto Sleep Auto Sleep - If there is no input signal, the Monitor turns off automatically after 10 minutes. Clock Clock Off time Off time On time On time Auto sleep Auto sleep 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the TIME menu.

  • Page 27: Special Menu Options

    Operation Special Menu Options Special Menu Options Child Lock Child Lock - The monitor 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 disabling the front panel controls. - This Monitor is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the monitor off.

  • Page 28: Tile Mode

    Operation ile Mode ile Mode - Must be displayed with various other products. - Must be in a function that can be connected to RS-232C or RGB Out. - It is used to enlarge the screen and also used with several products to view screen. Language Language Tile Mode...

  • Page 29: Low Power

    Low Power Low Power - Low power reduces the plasma display's power consumption. Language Language Child lock Child lock ISM Method ISM Method Set ID Set ID Tile mode Tile mode Low power Low power XD Demo XD Demo 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the SPECIAL menu.

  • Page 30: Screen Menu Options

    Screen Menu Options Screen Menu Options Auto Adjustment Auto Adjustment - RGB (PC) mode only - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. - After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your set is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. - The are not active in HDMI mode.

  • Page 31: Selecting Xga Mode

    Operation Selecting XGA Selecting XGA mode mode - To see a normal picture, match the resolution of XGA mode (1024x768, 1280x768, 1360x768, 1366x768) with the selection for XGA mode in the SCREEN menu. Auto config. Auto config. Manual config. Manual config. XGA Mode XGA Mode 1024 x 768...

  • Page 32: Initializing

    Operation Initializing (Reset to original factory value) Initializing (Reset to original factory value) - Use the Reset option to initialize the adjusted settings. Auto config. Auto config. Manual config. Manual config. XGA Mode XGA Mode Reset Reset To set 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the SCREEN menu.

  • Page 33: External Control Device Setup

    Operation 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.
  • Page 34 External Control Device Setup Set ID Set ID - Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. - Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping 1’. See page 38. Language Language Child lock Child lock ISM Method ISM Method Set ID Set ID Tile mode Tile mode...
  • Page 35 External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command 2:a) 04. Screen Mute (Command 2:d) G To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. G To select screen mute on/off. Transmission Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [k][d][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off 1 : Power On Data 0 : Screen mute off (Picture on) 1 : Screen mute on (Picture off)
  • Page 36 External Control Device Setup 08. Brightness (Command2:h) 12. OSD Select (Command2:l) G To select OSD (On Screen Display) on/off. G To adjust screen brightness. You can also adjust brightness in the Picture menu. Transmission Transmission [k][l][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [k][h][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0: OSD off 1: OSD on Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64...
  • Page 37 External Control Device Setup 16. Abnormal State (Command2:z) 19. Key (Command2:c) G To adjust Key code for IR remote control. G To recognize an abnormal state. Transmission Transmission [k][z][ ][Set ID][ ][FF][Cr] [m][c][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data FF:Read Data Key code : Refer to See page 41. Acknowledgement Acknowledgement [z][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x]...
  • Page 38 External Control Device Setup 21. Tile H Size (Command : d g) 26. Low Power (Command2:q) G To set the Horizontal size. G To control the low power function on/off. Transmission Transmission [d][g][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [j][q][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min: 0 ~ Max: 64 Data 0: Low power off 1: Low power on...

  • Page 39: Ir Code

    External Control Device Setup IR Code IR Code How to Connect How to Connect G Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the Monitor. Remote Control IR Code Remote Control IR Code G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency = 1/T Duty ratio = T1/T...
  • Page 40 IR Code Code (Hexa) Function Note Number Key 0 R/C Button Number Key 1 R/C Button Number Key 2 R/C Button Number Key 3 R/C Button Number Key 4 R/C Button Number Key 5 R/C Button Number Key 6 R/C Button Number Key 7 R/C Button Number Key 8...

  • Page 41: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Programming the Remote roubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist The operation does not work normally. • Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. The remote control • Are batteries installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -)? doesn’t work •...
  • Page 42 Programming the Remote The audio function does not work. • Press the VOL or VOLUME button. Picture OK & • Sound muted? Press MUTE button. No sound • Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. • Are the audio cables installed properly? No output from one •...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting Checklist 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.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications Product Specifications Product Specifications 42PM4M MODELS (42PM4M-WA) Width (inches / mm) 42.0 / 1066.0 Height (inches / mm) 25.6 / 650.0 Depth (inches / mm) 3.8 / 97.5 Weight (pounds / kg) 66.1 / 30.0 Power requirement AC100-240V ~ 50/60Hz...

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