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OWNER’S MANUAL LED TV* * LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 55LA965T 55LA970T 84LA980T 65LA965T 65LA970T www.lg.com P/NO : MFL67653134 (1308-REV01)
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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. WARNING/CAUTION Heed all warnings. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Follow all instructions. DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC Do not use this apparatus near water.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not press strongly upon the panel with a Do not stick metal objects or any other Power Supply hand or a sharp object such as a nail, pencil conductive material into the power cord. Do Short-circuit Breaker or pen, or make a scratch on it.
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If you smell smoke or other odors coming any way without written authorization from from the TV, unplug the power cord and LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification contact an authorized service center. could void the user’s authority to operate Keep the product away from direct sunlight.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Preventing “Image burn” or “Burn-in” on Disconnecting the Main Power The power outlet used with this device your TV screen must remain easily accessible. Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a safe location out of the reach of children. This apparatus use batteries.
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3D content. Cautions when using the 3D glasses Symptoms which require discontinuation Only use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, you may or refraining from watching 3D content not be able to view 3D videos properly. Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal Do not watch 3D content when you feel glasses, sunglasses, or protective goggles.
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to ‘opensource@lge.com’.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Viewing 3D Imaging Registering Magic Remote Control How to use Magic Remote Control LICENSES Precautions to Take when Using the Magic Remote Control OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE WATCHING TV TABLE OF CONTENTS Turning the TV on for the First Time...
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE / ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING INSTALLATION PROCEdURE Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. Attach the stand to the TV set. Connect an external device to the TV set. Make sure the network connection is available. You can use the TV network functions only when the network connection is made.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING (For 55/65LA970T, 55/65LA965T) (For 84LA980T) Magic Remote Control, Magic Remote Control, Owner’s Manual Batteries (AA) Batteries (AA) (See p. 37) (See p. 38) (For 84LA980T) (For 55LA970T, 55/65LA965T) Cable Holder Stand Screws Stand Screws (See p. 21, 22) 4 EA, M4 x 20 4 EA, M4 x 14 6 EA, M5 x 16...
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING (For 55/65LA970T) Wall Mount Inner Spacers Cinema 3D Glasses Dual Play Glasses 4 EA The number of 3D glasses The number of Dual (See p. 23) may differ depending on the play glasses may differ model or country. depending on the model or country.
These devices only work with certain models. The model name or design may be changed manufacturer’s circumstances or policies. AN-MR400 AG-F*** AG-F***DP Magic Remote Cinema 3D Glasses Dual Play Glasses Tag On LG Audio device Tag On AN-VC5** Video Call Camera Compatibility LA965T LA970T LA980T •...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and Buttons (For 55/65LA965T) Screen SETTINGS INPUT Speakers Buttons Remote control sensor Power Indicator 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. (SETTINGS) Changes the input source.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING (For 55/65LA970T) Video call camera Screen SETTINGS INPUT Speakers Buttons Remote control sensor Power Indicator 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. (SETTINGS) Changes the input source.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING (For 84LA980T) Screen SETTINGS INPUT Remote control sensor Buttons Speakers Logo light 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. (SETTINGS) Changes the input source.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When transporting a large TV, there should be at least 2 people. When transporting the TV by hand, hold the When moving or lifting the TV, read the following TV as shown in the following illustration. to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the TV You can mount your TV to a wall or attach the stand if you wish to place the TV on an entertainment center or other furniture. Attaching the stand If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, use the following instructions to attach the stand. CAUTION When attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING (For 55/65LA970T) (For 84LA980T) Front Front Stand Body Stand Base Stand Base Front M5 x 16 6 EA M4 x 14 M4 x 14 2 EA 2 EA NOTE The stand screws are already attached at the back of the TV. Please use these attached screw to assemble the TV and stand.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. 10 cm (minimum) - Leave a space from the wall for proper ventilation. M4 x 20 10 cm 4 EA 1 0 c m 1 0 c m 1 0 c m 10 cm...
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Securing the TV to a wall (optional) Adjusting the angle of the TV to suit view (Depending on model) Swivel 7 degrees to the left or right and adjust the angle of the TV to suit your view. (For 84LA980T) 7˚...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Tidying cables (For 55/65LA970T) (For 55/65LA965T) Gather and bind the cables with the cable holder on the back of the TV. Gather and bind the cables with the cable management. Cable Holder Cable Management Gather and bind the cables with the cable holder.
If you are attaching the TV to other building materials, please contact qualified personnel to install the wall mount. Detailed instructions will be included with the wall mount. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount. Cable Management...
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TV. Otherwise electric shock may occur. If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and Standard screw contact the local dealer or qualified Number of screws personnel.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using Sliding Speaker Using Built-in Camera (For 55/65LA970T) (For 55/65LA970T) NOTE Before using the built-in camera, you must recognize the fact that you are legally responsible for the use or misuse of the camera by the relevant national laws including the criminal law.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Preparing Built-in Camera Pull down the built-in camera when you are not using it. Pull up the built-in camera at the back of the TV. Name of Parts for the Built-In Camera Microphone Indicator NOTE Camera Lens Remove the protective film before using the built-in camera.
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS This section uses illustrations of the LA970T series. 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.
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.
MAKING CONNECTIONS DVI to HDMI Connection Transmits the digital video signal from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the DVI-HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration. To transmit an audio signal, connect an audio cable.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a Mobile Phone Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) is an interface for transmitting digital audio/visual signals from mobile phones to television sets. NOTE Connect the mobile phone to the HDMI IN 3 (MHL) port to view the phone screen on the TV. This only works with an MHL-enabled phone.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Component Connection Transmits analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with a 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.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite Connection Transmits 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.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting a PC NOTE It is recommended to use an HDMI connection for the best image quality. Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode video 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.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS Method B: dVI to HdMI Connection Choose any HDMI input port to connect. It does not matter which port you use. (*Not Provided) YELLOW (*Not Provided) AUDIO OUT DVI OUT...
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an Audio System You can use an optional external audio system instead of the built-in speaker. Digital Optical Audio Connection Transmits a digital audio signal from the TV to an external device. Connect the external device and the TV with the optical audio cable as shown in the following illustration.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting Headphones Listening to sound with headphones. NOTE AUDIO menu options are disabled when using headphones. When changing AV MODE with headphones connected, the change is applied to video but not to audio. Optical Digital Audio Out is not available when headphones are connected. Headphone impedance: 16 Ω...
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting a USB Device Connect a USB storage device such as USB flash memory, external hard drive, or a USB memory card reader to the TV and access the Smart Share menu to use various multimedia files. NOTE To use Time Machine function, make sure your USB drive is connected to the USB IN 1 Time Machine Ready port.
MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When the message “Magic remote control battery is low. Change the battery.” is displayed, replace the battery. To install batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AA) matching ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
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MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS (For 84LA980T) (POWER) Pointer (RF transmitter) Turns the TV on or off. BACK SMART Returns to the previous level. Accesses the Smart Home. LIGHTING ON/OFF Voice recognition Turns the light on and off. -This is a beta version and only available If you set it to ON, the light in selected functions for supported automatically turns off in 5 seconds...
MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Registering Magic Remote Control The Magic Remote Control operates by pairing with your TV. Please register the remote as follows. How to register the Magic Remote Control To register automatically, turn the Wheel (OK) . TV on and press the When registration is completed, the completion message appears on the screen.
WATCHING TV WATCHING TV To use voice and gesture Using camera and recognition feature, lift up microphone the built-in camera. (Depending on model) Turning the TV on for the First Time Confirms the setting Setting is complete options. When you turn the TV on for the first time, the Initial setting screen appears.
An index of key words present in the User Guide. Provides the detailed information on User Guide the functions of LG Smart TV when the Internet is connected. (It may not be available depending on the country/language.) OPTION > To set language SMART ➾...
0 - 40 °C condition Operating Humidity Less than 80 % Storage Temperature -20 - 60 °C Storage Humidity Less than 85 % 55LA965T MODELS (55LA965T-DA) With stand 1234 x 790 x 261 (mm) Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) Without stand 1234 x 755 x 41.9 (mm)
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SPECIFICATIONS 55LA970T MODELS (55LA970T-DA) With stand 1230 x 781 x 274 (mm) Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) Without stand 1230 x 714 (*743) x 40.2 (mm) With stand 31 kg Weight Without stand 27.9 kg Current Value / Power consumption 2.8 A / 280 W 65LA970T MODELS...
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SPECIFICATIONS HDMI (DTV) supported mode Component port connecting information Component ports Horizontal Vertical Resolution on the TV Frequency (kHz) Frequency (Hz) 640 x 480 31.469 / 31.5 59.94 / 60 720 x 480 31.469 / 31.5 59.94 / 60 Video output ports on DVD player 31.25 720 x 576...
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SPECIFICATIONS Wireless LAN module (WN8122E1) specification Standard IEEE802.11a/b/g/n 2400 to 2483.5 MHz Frequency Range 5150 to 5250 MHz 5725 to 5850 MHz 802.11a: 16.5 dBm 802.11b: 16 dBm Output Power (Max.) 802.11g: 15.5 dBm 802.11n - 2.4GHz: 15.5 dBm 802.11n - 5GHz: 16.5 dBm Because band channel used by the country could be different, the user can not change or adjust the operating frequency and this product is set for the regional frequency table.
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SPECIFICATIONS 3D supported mode Video, which is input as below media contents is switched into the 3D screen automatically. The method for 3D digital broadcast may differ depending on the signal environment. If video is not switched automatically into 3D, manually convert the settings to view 3D images. 3D supported mode automatically Horizontal Vertical...
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SPECIFICATIONS 3D supported mode manually Signal Horizontal Verticla Input Playable 3D video format Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) HD / SD ATV (CVBS) 2D to 3D, Side by Side (Half), Component HD / SD Top & Bottom 1024 x 768 48.36 1360 x 768 47.71...
2D to 3D, Side by Side (Half), Miracast™ / Top & Bottom 1280 x 720p 30 / 60 WiDi 1920 x 1080p 30 / 60 Others 2D to 3D ExTERNAL CONTROL dEVICE SETUP To obtain the external control device setup information, please visit www.lg.com.
MAINTENANCE / TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your TV Clean your TV regularly to keep it at peak performance and to extend the product lifespan. CAUTION Before Cleaning, turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables. When the TV is left unattended or unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.
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The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the TV. Record it below should you ever need service. MODEL SERIAL...
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OWNER’S MANUAL EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Please read this manual carefully before operating the set and retain it for future reference. www.lg.com...
(TV) (PC) • LGTV supports PL2303 chip-based (Vendor ID : 0x0557, Product ID : 0x2008) USB to serial converter RS-232C IN which is not made nor provided by LG. (CONTROL & SERVICE) (PC) (TV) • It can be purchased from computer stores that carry accessories for IT support professionals.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP (TV) (PC) (TV) (PC) RS-232C with RS-232C Cable (Legacy) RS-232C IN Phone jack Type (CONTROL & SERVICE) (PC) (TV) • You need to purchase the phone-jack to RS-232 cable required for the connection between the PC and RS-232C IN (CONTROL &...
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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)
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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...
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11 11 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]...
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