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LG RU-42PZ71 Owner's Manual

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LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
PLASMA TV
OWNER'S MANUAL
MODELS: RU-42PZ61/71
RU-50PZ61
RU-60PZ61
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 MODELS: RU-42PZ61/71 RU-50PZ61 RU-60PZ61 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: Warnings

    Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 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: Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Warnings ........2 Safety Instructions ......3~4 Introduction Controls .
  • Page 6 Introduction Introduction Introduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology. It is currently 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 7: Introduction

    TV is turned on. 8. TV/VIDEO or ENTER Button 9. MENU Button 10. VOLUME ( 11. CHANNEL ( 8 9 10 8 9 10 TruSurround XT ruSurround XT ) Buttons ) Buttons Owner’s Manual 7 Introduction RU-50PZ61 RU-60PZ61 RU-42PZ61 RU-42PZ71...

  • Page 8: Connection Options

    Introduction Connection Options Connection Options Remote Control Port RS-232C INPUT Connect your wired (CONTROL/SER- remote control here. VICE) PORT Connect to the RS- 232C port on a PC. RS-232C INPUT REMOTE EXTERNAL SPEAKER CONTROL (CONTROL/SERVICE) DVI Input/Audio Input/ RGB Connect the monitor output con- nector from a PC to the appropri- External Speaker (8 ohm Output) Connect to optional external speaker(s).

  • Page 9: Remote Control Key Functions

    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: TV, Video1-2, Component 1-2, RGB, and DVI input sources. MULTIMEDIA Selects: Component 1-2, RGB, and DVI input sources.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation 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. Owner’s Manual 2-TV bracket bolts (Only RU-42PZ61/71, 50PZ61 series) Round Cable Cover Cable (Only RU-42PZ61/71,50PZ61 series) Installation Instructions Installation Instructions...

  • Page 11: Joinning The Tv Assembly To The Wall To Protect The Set Tumbling

    Joinning the TV assembly to the wall to protect the set tumbling - Secure the TV assembly by joinning it to a wall by using the TV/Wall brackets. - RU-60PZ61 series TV’s stand is saled, separately . - Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Speakers mounted on the monitor Speakers mounted on the monitor - RU-60PZ61 series TV’s speaker is saled, separately .

  • Page 12: Install The Ring Spacer With The Bolts On The Set As Shown. (Only Ru-60Pz61 Series)

    Installation • Install the RING SPACER with the bolts on the set as shown. (Only RU-60PZ61 series) 1. Put the RING SPACER in the holes of the bolts before con- necting to the wall mounting bracket. External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections Antenna Connection Antenna Connection - Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connections...

  • Page 13: Vcr Setup / Cable Tv Setup

    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 - 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. Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR.

  • Page 14: External A/V Source Setup

    Installation External External A/V Source Setup A/V Source Setup How to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equipment'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 15: Dtv Setup / Monitor Out Setup

    DTV Setup DTV Setup - To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and connect a digital set-top box. REMOTE RS-232C INPUT EXTERNAL SPEAKER (CONTROL/SERVICE) CONTROL How to connect Use the TV’s COMPONENT (Y, P video connections, depending on your set-top box connections available. Then, make the corresponding audio connections.

  • Page 16: Pc Setup

    Operation PC Setup PC Setup How to connect 1. To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to (RU-42PZ61->1024x768, RU- 42PZ71->852x480, RU-50/60PZ61->1366x768), 60Hz. 2. Use the TV’s RGB INPUT or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) INPUT port for video connections, depending on your PC connector.
  • Page 17 Displayable Monitor Specifications RGB / DVI Mode Horizontal Resolution Frequency(KHz) 31.468 640x350 37.861 31.469 720x400 37.927 31.469 35.000 640x480 37.861 37.500 43.269 31.500 848x480 37.799 39.375 31.500 852x480 37.799 39.375 35.156 37.879 800x600 48.077 46.875 53.674 832x624 49.725 48.363 56.476 1024x768 60.023 68.677...

  • Page 18: 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. Turning on the TV just after installation 1.

  • Page 19: Channel Menu Options

    Channel Menu Options Channel Menu Options Auto Program should be used to memorize all the active channels in your area before you are able to use the TV. There are two ways of storing channels in the TV's memory. You can use either. One is called AUTO PROGRAM and the other is called MANUAL PROGRAM.

  • Page 20: Signal Reception Booster

    Operation Channel Menu Options continued Channel Menu Options continued Signal Reception Booster Signal Reception Booster - If TV signal reception is poor because you are in a fringe area, set Booster to On. If the picture condition is good, set Booster to Off. - Adjustments for one channel don’t affect the adjustment for other channels.

  • Page 21: Picture Menu Options

    • , and changed. - XD is LG Electronic’s unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal processing algorithm. - When selecting APC options (Clear, Optimum and Soft), XD is automatically change to On.

  • Page 22: Fleshtone

    Operation Picture Menu Options continued Picture Menu Options continued Fleshtone (TV ideo1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV Fleshtone (TV ideo1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV - Use Fleshtone to select the desired skin color option. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E F / G...

  • Page 23: Sound Menu Options

    Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) - This function lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV has the appropriate sound options based on the program content. - If you adjust sound options (Treble and Bass) manually, DASP automatically changes to 1.

  • Page 24: Manual Sound Control (Dasp Off Option And Balance)

    Operation Sound Menu Options continued Sound Menu Options continued Manual Sound Control ( Manual Sound Control ( - You can adjust sound options Balance, Treble, and Bass to the levels you prefer. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.

  • Page 25: Timer Menu Options

    imer Menu Options imer Menu Options Auto Clock Setup Auto Clock Setup - Set the time automatically through the PBS broadcast signal. - ThePBS channel signal includes information for the current time. - Set the clock manually, if the current time is set incorrectly programed by the auto clock function. 1.

  • Page 26: Sleep Timer / Auto Off

    Operation imer Menu Options continued imer 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. 1. Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select the number of preset minutes. First the on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer turn off times: 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes.

  • Page 27: Special Menu Options

    Special Menu Options Special Menu Options 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.

  • Page 28: Low Power

    Special Menu Options continued Special Menu Options continued Low Power Low Power - Low power reduces the plasma display power consumption. 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 •...

  • Page 29: Closed Captions

    Closed Captions Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as subtitles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs. Using Closed Captions Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of tele- vision programs.

  • Page 30: Screen Menu Options

    Operation Screen Menu Options Screen Menu Options Auto Adjustment Auto Adjustment - RGB (PC) mode only; This function doesn’t work for RGB-DTV mode. - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. - After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your TV is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. - The 1.

  • Page 31: Manual Configure

    (RGB-PC mode only) - To see a normal picture, match the resolution of RGB mode and selection of VGA mode. - RU-42PZ71 model only. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.

  • Page 32: Screen Adjustments

    Operation Screen Adjustments (TV ideo1-2 and Component 480i mode only) Screen Adjustments (TV ideo1-2 and Component 480i mode only) - Use this function to correct jittering or picture instability while viewing a video tape. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2.

  • Page 33: Initializing (Reset To Original Factory Value)

    Screen Menu Options continued Screen Menu Options continued Initializing (Reset to original factory value) Initializing (Reset to original factory value) - Use the Reset option to initialize the adjusted settings. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.

  • Page 34: 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 pro- gram viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station.

  • Page 35: Watching Pip/Double Window

    (Picture-In-Picture)/Double W (Picture-In-Picture)/Double W - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs pictures (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - Double Window 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.

  • Page 36: 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 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 37 Set ID Set ID - Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. - Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping 1’. See page 37. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.
  • Page 38 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 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 39 09. Color (Command2:i) G To adjust the screen color. You can also adjust color in the Picture menu. Transmission [k][i][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 • Refer to ‘Real data mapping 1’. See page 38. Acknowledgement [i][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 10.
  • Page 40 External Control Device Setup 18. Bass (Command2:s) G To adjust bass. You can also adjust bass in the Sound menu. Transmission [k][s][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min: 0 ~ Max: 64 • Refer to ‘Real data mapping 1’. See page 38. Acknowledgement [s][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 19.

  • Page 41: External Control Device Setup

    26. ISM Method (Command2:p) G To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. Transmission [ j ][p][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0: Normal 2: Orbiter 1: White wash 3: Inversion Acknowledgement [p][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 27. Low Power (Command2:q) G To control the low power function on/off.

  • Page 42: 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 Monitor. Remote Control IR Code Remote Control IR Code G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz G Configuration of frame •...
  • Page 43 Code (Hexa) Function CH ( CH ( VOL ( VOL ( POWER POWER ON POWER OFF MUTE Number Key 0 Number Key 1 Number Key 2 Number Key 3 Number Key 4 Number Key 5 Number Key 6 Number Key 7 Number Key 8 Number Key 9 TV/VIDEO...

  • Page 44: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote 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.

  • Page 45: 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 46 027 053 060 084 102 148 198 221 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 47: 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 48: 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 49: Product Specifications

    Height (inches / mm) 3.7/95 Depth (inches / mm) Weight (pounds / kg) • The specifications shown above may be changed without notice for quality improvement. RU-42PZ71 49.6 / 1260 28.6 / 726.2 11.3 / 287 96.7 / 43.84 852 x 480 (Dot)
  • Page 50 Notes Notes 50 Plasma TV...

  • Page 51: 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 52 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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