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LG 42PX5D Owner's Manual

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LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
PLASMA TV
OWNER'S MANUAL
42PX4D/42PX5D
MODELS:
42PX4D-UB/42PX5D-UB
TruSurround XT
TM
Please read this manual carefully and completely before
operating your TV.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the TV in the
spaces provided below.
See the label attached on the back cover and relate this
information to your dealer if you require service.
Model Number :
Serial Number :
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  • Page 1 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. PLASMA TV OWNER’S MANUAL 42PX4D/42PX5D MODELS: 42PX4D-UB/42PX5D-UB TruSurround XT Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating your TV. Retain this manual for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the TV in the spaces provided below.

  • Page 2: Warning/Caution

    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. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:...

  • Page 3: Digital Cable Compatibility

    TV Guide On Screen Notices for U.S.A. TV Guide On Screen Notices for U.S.A. Trademark Notice In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered mark of Transcontinental Inc., and is used under license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc.

  • Page 4: 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 appara- tus.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Contents Warning/Caution ....... .2 Digital Cable Compatibility ......3 Safety Instructions .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Introduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewable. The PDP can be thought of as a descendant of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent lamps.

  • Page 8: Controls

    Introduction Controls Controls - This is a simplified representation of a front panel. - Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. 42PX5D 42PX4D Remote Control Sensor 8 Plasma TV Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls TV GUIDE TV GUIDE...

  • Page 9: Connection Options

    Connection Options Connection Options Memory Card Slots RGB/AUDIO INPUT IEEE1394 Connect the monitor output Connect a DVHS, a from a PC to the appropriate MicroMV Camcorder, or input port. a set-top box to IEEE1394 Connector. RS-232C INPUT (CON- TROL/SERVICE) PORT G-LINK Connect to the RS-232C Connect an IR...

  • Page 10: Remote Control Key Functions

    Installation Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key 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 on or off, depending on mode. MODE Selects the remote operating mode: TV, DVD, VCR, AUDIO, CABLE or STB.
  • Page 11 POWER TV INPUT • Rotates the input mode between Antenna and Cable. • Video, Front Video, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or RGB-PC), HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2 and IEEE1394 input sources, screen returns to the last TV. Brings up the menu to select the Photo or Music mode of Xstudio for memory cards.

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation Installation Installation 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. 1.5V Owner’s Manual Batteries 2-Wall brackets Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Joining the Joining the TV assembly to the wall to protect the set tumbling...

  • Page 13: Swivel Function

    GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock. If grounding methods are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the unit by connecting it to telephone wires, lightening rods, or gas pipes. •...

  • Page 14: External Equipment Connections

    Installation External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections Antenna or Cable Connection Antenna or Cable Connection 1. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on antenna - Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection - For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket) Wall Antenna...

  • Page 15: Vcr Setup

    3. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on cable and antenna Antenna Cable TV Wall Jack ANTENNA VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. - Use the ISM Method (on the Option menu) feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time. If the 4:3 picture format is used;...

  • Page 16: External A/V Source Setup

    Installation 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).

  • Page 17: Cablecard

    CableCARD Setup CableCARD Setup How to use Insert the CableCARD received from the cable service provider to the CableCARD slot of TV back panel. If the pairing information about this TV and the CableCARD is auto- matically displayed on the screen, contact with the cable service provider.

  • Page 18: Pc Setup

    Installation PC Setup PC Setup - This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. - The TV perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly.

  • Page 19: Monitor Out Setup

    Monitor Display Specifications (HDMI/DVI Mode) Horizontal Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 31.469 640x480 37.861 37.500 35.156 37.879 800x600 48.077 46.875 Monitor Out Setup Monitor Out Setup VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT INPUT 2 MONITOR OUTPUT REMOTE /DTV CONTROL INPUT RGB INPUT AUDIO INPUT (MONO) COMPONENT INPUT 1 A/V INPUT...

  • Page 20: Hdmi

    Installation HDMI HDMI - HDMI , the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing. - This TV can receive the High-Definition Multimedia Interface(HDMI) or the Digital Visual Interface(DVI). - This TV supports HDCP(High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) Protocol for 720x480p, 1280x720p, and 1920x1080i resolu- tion.
  • Page 21 Installation Reference Reference Cable sample HDMI Cable (not supplied with the product) HDMI to DVI Cable (not supplied with the product) Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(RCA type) (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(Stereo to RCA type) (not supplied with the product) Owner’s Manual 21...
  • Page 22 Installation How to use 1. Connect the HDMI1/DVI Source Devices(DVD Player or Set Top Box or PC) and the TV SET. 2. Turn on the display by pressing the POWER button on the TV SET and HDMI1/DVI Source Devices remote control. 3.

  • Page 23: Tv Guide On Screen Setup

    TV Guide On Screen Setup TV Guide On Screen Setup - The TV Guide On Screen system uses Setup information to provide you with show listings and lineups in your area—which are updated several times a day. - Once you set up the TV according to manufacturer’s instructions, you are ready to set up the TV Guide On Screen system. - To download program listings the TV Guide On Screen system needs to be able to change channels on your cable box when the TV is not in use.
  • Page 24 Installation Cable Service with a Cable Box Cable Service with a Cable Box Cable VCR Front Cable Box Front Antenna and Cable Service without a Cable Box Antenna and Cable Service without a Cable Box Cable VCR Front Antenna and Cable Service with a Cable Box Antenna and Cable Service with a Cable Box Cable VCR Front...
  • Page 25 Note: • The G-LINK cable is necessary for the TV Guide On Screen system to work with your Cable Box and VCR. See Page 23~24 for G-LINK connection instructions. TV Guide On Screen Setup TV Guide On Screen Setup 1.Welcome Screen The TV Guide On Screen system's Welcome Screen appears: -- by pressing the TV Guide key -- when you power On your TV if you previously skipped "Set up TV...
  • Page 26 Installation 2. Screen 2: Enter ZIP or Postal Code Option 1 • If you selected USA in Screen 1, you see the ZIP Code screen. • You input numbers by either pressing the number keys on the remote or using the button to display a number, and then the ton to move to another field.
  • Page 27 5. Screen 5: Which TV input is the cable box plugged into? • If you select Cable, you see Screen 6. • If you make any other choice, you see Screen 7 . 6. Screen 6: Cable Box Tuning Channel •...
  • Page 28 Installation 8. Screen 8: Cable Box Brand Name • Use the button to select a cable box brand. • Press ENTER to display Screen 9. 9. Screen 9: Cable Box Preparation • Follow the on-screen instructions, and press ENTER to display Screen 10.
  • Page 29 12. Screen 12: Do you have an antenna connected? • If you select Yes, you see Screen 13. Note: • If you selected No in Screen 3 then you must select Yes in this screen to receive a channel lineup and listings. •...
  • Page 30 Installation 15. Screen 15: Is a VCR Connected? • If you select Yes, you see Screen 16. • If you select No, you see Screen 21. 16. Screen 16: VCR Configuration Diagram • This screen shows the correct way to install the G-LINK the back of the TV to the Recording device.
  • Page 31 18. Screen 18: VCR Preparation • Follow the on-screen instructions, and press ENTER to display Screen 19. 19. Screen 19: VCR Code Testing • When testing is done, Screen 20 displays automatically. 20. Screen 20: VCR Tuned to Channel 9? •...
  • Page 32 Installation 21. Screen 21: Confirming Your Settings • Verify the Setup information is correct. • If it is, select Yes, end setup, and you see Screen 22. • If it is not, select No, repeat setup process, and you see Screen 1. 22.
  • Page 33 IEEE 1394 Functions IEEE 1394 Functions - It's available to communicate to either direction and you can give and take a image, sound, or each control command with one cable. How to connect the 1394 To operate the IEEE1394, these methods are available as shown below. •...

  • Page 34: Ieee1394

    Operation IEEE 1394 Functions IEEE 1394 Functions 2. When connecting the DVHS and the MicroMV Camcorder, as shown in the (c) or (d) figure, press the the control panel and then select the DVHS or the MicroMV Camcorder. (c) TV <TV>...
  • Page 35 DVHS DVHS How to play the DVHS 1. Connect the IEEE 1394 jack at the TV to the IEEE 1394 jack at the DVHS with IEEE 1394 Cable. <Connect the IEEE1394 Cable> <TV> • The control panel of DVHS -Depending on the connected equipment, marked control panel may be different. 1.
  • Page 36 Operation IEEE 1394 Functions IEEE 1394 Functions MicroMV Camcorder MicroMV Camcorder How to play the MicroMV Camcorder 1. Connect the IEEE 1394 jack at the TV to the IEEE 1394 jack at the MicroMV Camcorder with IEEE 1394 Cable. <Connect the IEEE1394 Cable> <MicroMV Camcorder>...
  • Page 37 • The control panel of MicroMV Camcorder - Depending on the connected equipment, marked control panel may be different. 1. MicroMV Camcorder Model 2. Connected Equipment to the 1394 3. MicroMV Camcorder Company 4. MicroMV Camcorder Operating Status 5. MicroMV Camcorder Play Time 6.
  • Page 38 Operation IEEE 1394 Functions IEEE 1394 Functions MicroMV Camcorder and DVHS MicroMV Camcorder and DVHS How to play the MicroMV Camcorder and DVHS 1. Synchronously, connect the IEEE 1394 jack of the TV to the IEEE 1394 jack of the DVHS and the MicroMV Camcorder with IEEE 1394 Cable.
  • Page 39 : DTV Link applies to 1394 connection of device labeled DTV Link logo. DTV Link DTV Link How to play the DTV Link 1. Connect the IEEE 1394 jack of the TV to the IEEE 1394 jack of the DTV Link supported device IEEE 1394 Cable. <Connect the IEEE1394 Cable>...
  • Page 40 Operation IEEE 1394 Functions IEEE 1394 Functions Don’t connect ! When connecting with these 2 methods, the • <TV> (b) When connecting the 4 devices and over, the 1394 will not work properly. Note: When the same devices connect with 2 devices and over, it’s undesirable. 40 Plasma TV IEEE1394 will not work properly (a) LOOP Connection...

  • Page 41: Tv Guide On Screen

    TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen Overview Your new TV contains the TV Guide On Screen Interactive Program Guide. The TV Guide On Screen system has features that help you get the most out of your viewing experience. TV Guide On Screen system Overview The TV Guide On Screen system has the following features: •Eight days of show listings (today plus seven days).

  • Page 42: Screen Components

    Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen Screen Components The screens displayed in the TV Guide On Screen system share many of the same compo- nents, as shown in the following figure: •Video Window - displays TV video while the TV Guide On Screen system is displayed •Service Bar - provides access to the 4 main Guide Services •Current Service Label - indented to indicate current Service displayed •Tile - displays show title...
  • Page 43 Panel Menu • A Panel Menu appears when the Menu key is pressed on a highlighted tile and additional options are available. It also appears when you press ENTER on a show starting in the future. • When a Panel Menu appears, the highlighted tile changes color to indicate the Panel Menu relates to this tile. •...

  • Page 44: Main Services

    Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen Main Services Listings Listings - Access Listings by pressing the TV Guide button on your remote or on the front panel of your TV. - Listings is always the first Service displayed in the TV Guide On Screen system. - With Listings highlighted, press the Info button to display a Help screen.
  • Page 45 Operation Search Search - Search lets you find shows by category (Alphabetical, Movies, Sports, Children, Educational, News, Variety, Series, HDTV) or by Keyword. - With Search highlighted, press the INFO button to display a Help screen. Press the INFO button again to close the screen. •Category Search Example: Movies 1.
  • Page 46 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen 2. Use the button to highlight a subcategory (for example, All). 3. Press ENTER to display a list of all Movies, organized by date and time. 4. Highlight a show and press ENTER to watch (if on now) or the Menu key to display the Episode Options menu.
  • Page 47 • Keyword Search - Keyword search lets you enter a word(s) to look for a particular show by category or for every show title that matches. 1. Highlight the Keyword navigation label, and press ENTER button to display the Keyword Search menu. 2.
  • Page 48 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen 7. A list of all matching shows for that keyword is dis- played. You can highlight a show, and press ENTER to dis- play all airings. You can then highlight a specific list- ing and press ENTER to watch (if On now) or the Menu key to display the Episode Options menu.
  • Page 49 Schedule Schedule - Schedule lets you review, edit, or delete Record and Remind events that you set previously. - With Schedule highlighted, press the INFO button to display a Help screen. Press the INFO button again to close the screen. - An icon identifies the event type: Record Once...
  • Page 50 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen Setup Setup - After you initially complete Guide Setup, you can make changes to Guide settings in the following areas: • Change System Settings • Change Channel Display • Change Default Options Highlight a choice, press ENTER, and follow the on-screen instruc- tions.
  • Page 51 • Change Channel Display Change Channel Display lets you edit channel information that appears in Listings. With Change Channel Display you can : • Change the position number to indicate where in the Listings the channel displays • Change the tune channel number •...
  • Page 52 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen • Change Default Options Change Default Options lets you change default settings in the following categories: • General Default Options • Record Defaults • Remind Defaults Highlight Change Default Options, and press ENTER. <General Default Options>...
  • Page 53 < Record Defaults> • Record Default Options lets you set defaults for the following: • When to start the record event. Choices are 120 minutes early to 120 minutes late, to On time. (Default = On time) • When to end the record event. Choices are 120 minutes early to 120 minutes late, to On time.
  • Page 54 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen Record And Remind Features Record Record You can set a show to Record in Listings, Search, and Schedule or change Record settings for a show in Schedule. There are 3 ways to set a show to Record: 1) Using the Record Button on the Remote •...
  • Page 55 When finished, press ENTER to highlight Schedule Recording. Press ENTER again to close the menu. You see a Record icon for the selected frequency next to the show title. Highlight Cancel to close the menu, change no information, and return to the highlighted show. 3) Manual Recording •...
  • Page 56 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen • Use the left and right arrows to choose between Once, Daily, Weekly, and Off, as follows. Once —records the time, channel, input, recorder combination one time. Daily —records the time, channel, input, recorder combination Monday through Friday.
  • Page 57 Remind Remind You can set a show Reminder in Listings, Search, and Schedule or change Reminder settings for a show in Schedule. There are 2 ways to set a show Reminder: 1) From a Panel Menu • Highlight a show, and press Menu to display the Episode Options menu.
  • Page 58 Operation TV Guide On Screen TV Guide On Screen 2) Manual Reminder • Highlight the Schedule Service label, and press the Menu key to display the Schedule Options menu. D / E / F / G • Use the buttons to move through the options. Use D / E / F / G the number or buttons to change the information, as...
  • Page 59 Based on your option settings, a notification screen will appear, if your TV is On at the reminder time. You can then choose to hide the reminder, or highlight the show, and press ENTER to tune to the show. If there is no activ- ity for 3 minutes, the notification screen automatically closes and completes the highlighted item (hide reminders).

  • Page 60: Operation

    Operation Operation Operation urning the TV On urning the TV On * In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just an example to help you with the TV operation. 1. First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the the POWER, TV/VIDEO, TV INPUT, CH ( 2.

  • Page 61: Tv Setup

    TV Setup TV Setup On-screen Menus Language Selection On-screen Menus Language Selection - The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. First select your language. 1. Press the MENU button and then use menu. 2. Press the button and then use 3.

  • Page 62: Setup Menu Options

    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. - A password is required to gain access to EZ Scan menu if the Lock System is turned on.

  • Page 63: Channel Edit

    Channel Edit Channel Edit - Create two different types of channel lists in memory: “Custom List” and “Favorite List” from the default channel list created from the EZ Scan channel search. - A Custom List can be created by toggling each channel on or off with ENTER button.

  • Page 64: Channel Label Setup

    Operation Setup Menu Options Setup Menu Options Channel Label Setup Channel Label Setup - 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.

  • Page 65: Video Menu Options

    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 the factory and are not adjustable.

  • Page 66: Audio Menu Options

    Operation 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 D / E 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.

  • Page 67: Front Surround

    Front Surround Front Surround is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. - TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. - Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Press the MENU button and then use D / E 2.

  • Page 68: Bbe

    Operation Audio Menu Options Audio Menu Options - BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and music realism. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.

  • Page 69: Time Menu Options

    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. - When you set up the TV Guide On Screen system, Press the MENU button and then use menu.

  • Page 70: Sleep Timer / Auto Off

    Operation ime Menu Options ime Menu Options Sleep Sleep imer 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 in the 1.

  • Page 71: Option Menu Features

    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.

  • Page 72: Caption

    Operation Option Menu Features Option Menu Features Caption Caption 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3. Press the button and then use D / E 4. Press EXIT button to return to TV viewing or press MENU button to return to the previous menu.

  • Page 73: Caption Option

    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 / E button to select F / G 3. Press the button and then use button to select 4.

  • Page 74: Ism Method

    Operation Option Menu Features Option Menu Features ISM (Image Sticking Minimization) Method ISM (Image Sticking Minimization) Method - A frozen still picture from a PC/video game displayed on the screen for prolonged periods will result in a ghost image ; even though the image is changed. Use our unique method to minimize any fixed image on the screen. 1.

  • Page 75: Low Power

    Low Power Low Power - Low power reduces the plasma display power consumption. 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3. Press the button and then use D / E •...

  • Page 76: Lock Menu Options

    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.

  • Page 77: Parental Lock Setup

    Parental Lock Setup Parental Lock Setup - Set up blocking schemes to block specific channels, ratings, and external viewing sources. - A password is required to gain access to this menu. 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E Then, press the button •...

  • Page 78: Cablecard Function

    Operation CableCARD ™ CableCARD * In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just example to help the TV operation. Cable menu options Cable menu options - The Cable sub menu displays when inserting the CableCARD - The CableCARD type is Motorola, Scientific Atlanta (SA), or SCM etc.

  • Page 79: Cable Channel List

    Cable Channel List Cable Channel List 1. If you enter the after running the EZ Scan without CableCARD as the picture 3 above. 2. Insert the CableCARD . Then, the TV receive a new cable channel list which is usually one part channel. It takes about 2~3 minutes to gather the cable channel list after inserting the CableCARD (Occasionally more than that time) Emergency...
  • Page 80 Operation - It’s available to play the Photo / Music file on Memory Card. Notes on Memory Card Notes on Memory Card What is Memory Card What is Memory Card This is a device equipment to communicate the data between AV external equipment. It’s used to a digital cam- era, camcorder, MP3 player, notebook or PDA.
  • Page 81 How to insert and eject the Memory Card How to insert and eject the Memory Card Memory Card type Memory Card type - Use the specified card based on the slot location. - 9 types of Memory Card can be used for this Plasma TV. - Some MagicStor Plus card is not complied with the TV.
  • Page 82 Operation Notes on Memory Card Notes on Memory Card Select the Photo or Music Select the Photo or Music - When you plug the Memory Card, this screen is displayed, automatically. - When you plug a memory card or press the 1.
  • Page 83 Photo List Photo List - When you select in entry menu, you will now see a screen filled with thumbnail photos. * In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just an example to help you with the TV operation.
  • Page 84 Operation Music List Music List - When you select in the entry menu, you will now see a screen filled with music titles. - Purchased MP3/music files may contain copyright restrictions. Playback of these files may not be sup- ported by this model. * In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just an example to help you with the TV operation.
  • Page 85 1. Use the CH button to navigate music titles in pages. D / E 2. Use MARK button to mark or unmark a music title. When one or more music titles are marked, the marked music will be played by turns. For example, if you want to listen to only one music repeatedly, just mark the music only and play it.

  • Page 86: Remote Control

    Operation Remote Control Remote Control PIP (Picture-In-Picture) / POP / Twin Picture - 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 two images, allowing two picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time.

  • Page 87: Moving The Pip Sub Picture

    Moving the PIP sub picture Moving the PIP sub picture In PIP mode, press the D / E / F / G button to move the sub picture to a different location on the screen. Adjusting Main and Sub Picture Sizes for Adjusting Main and Sub Picture Sizes for Use the D / E / F / G...

  • Page 88: Apm(Adaptive Picture Mode)

    Operation APM (Adaptive Picture Mode) - Allows a viewer to select their preferred picture mode after compairing the four different picture ( ) settings. 2. Press the APM button, again. As shown below, the 4-same screens are displayed. You can easily compare with 4 modes. D / E / F / G 3.

  • Page 89: Brief Info

    Brief Info. - Brief Info shows the present screen information. - Press the INFO button to show the Brief Info on the screen. - INFO button does not work in Component1, Component2, RGB, and HDMI/DVI modes. - Press the INFO button or EXIT button to exit. Operation: •...

  • Page 90: Ez Mute

    Operation EZ Mute - Nothing to do with Caption on/Off using Mute button, the mode selected Caption/Text is to be displayed. - When you repeatedly press the Mute button, the sound mode is changed in turn. (Refer to the picture below) Mute Mute : Sound is muted.

  • Page 91: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    Screen Setup for PC mode Operation Operation • When RGB connect to PC input and select the RGB-PC in Main Input, this function is used. • When HDMI/DVI connect to PC input and select HDMI/DVI input, this function is used. •...

  • Page 92: External Control Device Setup

    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 TV’s functions externally. - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the TV back panel. - RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the TV.
  • Page 93 Set ID Set ID Use this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping’. See page 94. 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.
  • Page 94 External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command2:a) G To control Power On/Off of the TV. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off 1 : Power On 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.
  • Page 95 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 94. Acknowledgement [i][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 10.
  • Page 96 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: Medium 1: Cool 2: Warm Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 20.

  • Page 97: External Control Device Setup

    * All data are transmitted by Hexadecimal code *Two/One part Channel: 6th bit This bit is used in a cable-ready system. *Using physical channel: 5th bit If the channel band is NTSC air or NTSC cable, channel tun- ing can be done by only physical channel. In this case, using physical channel bit must be low(0).

  • Page 98: Ir Codes

    IR Codes 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 •...

  • Page 99: Ir Codes

    Code (Hexa) Function TV INPUT TV/VIDEO POWER POWER ON POWER OFF RATIO TIMER 10 ~ 19 Number Key 0~ 9 - (Dash) FLASHBK MUTE INFO ENTER MENU EZ SOUND EZ PIC EXIT PIPCH - PIPCH + PIP INPUT SWAP FREEZE ADJUST VIDEO Front Video...

  • Page 100: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote Programming the Remote Programming the Remote G The remote is a multi-brand or a universal remote. It can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode Programming a code into a remote mode 1.

  • Page 101: Programming Codes

    Programming Codes Programming Codes VCRs VCRs Brand Codes Brand AIWA KENWOOD AKAI 016 043 046 124 125 146 LG (GOLDSTAR) AMPRO ANAM 031 033 103 LLOYD AUDIO DYNAMICS 012 023 039 043 BROKSONIC 035 037 129 CANON 028 031 033 MAGIN...

  • Page 102: Programming Codes

    027 053 060 084 102 148 198 221 DENON 015 075 130 143 FANTASIA FINEARTS FISHER 089 099 MAGNAVOX LG(GOLDSTAR) 001 021 024 029 MARANTZ 087 107 108 110 190 191 192 210 211 212 239 MCINTOSH HAITAI 034 035 188 222...

  • Page 103: 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...

  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Maintenance 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 105: Product Specifications

    Program Coverage External Antenna Impedance Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range • The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. 42PX4D-UB / 42PX5D-UB 49.3 / 1252 27.8 / 705.5 11.3 / 286.7 85.3 / 38.7...
  • Page 106 Notes Notes 106 Plasma TV...

  • Page 107: Warranty

    PLASMA TV — U.S. LIMITED WARRANTY Your LG Plasma TV will be repaired or replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty, at LGE’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product.
  • Page 108 LGE Service Center against a credit card number as surety for advanced shipment. Your credit card will not be charged if you return the defective unit within 10 working days. If a replacement unit is received, please use the carton and packaging from that unit in returning the defective unit to the LG ® Brand Service Center.

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