LG 32LD400 Owner's Manual

LG 32LD400 Owner's Manual

32” class full hd lcd tv (31.5” diagonal)
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OWNER'S MANUAL
LCD TV
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
LCD TV MODELS
32LD400
42LD400
47LD500
P/NO :1947-1600-1050
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL LCD TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. LCD TV MODELS 32LD400 42LD400 47LD500 P/NO :1947-1600-1050 www.lg.com...
  • Page 2: Warning / Caution

    CAUTION Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm. When mounting a TV on the wall, make sure not to install the TV by the hanging power and signal cables on the back of the TV. Do not allow an impact shock or any objects to fall into the product, and do not drop onto the screen with...
  • Page 5 Cleaning When cleaning, unplug the power cord and rub gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Do not spray water or other liquids directly on the TV as electric shock may occur. Do not clean with chemicals such as alcohol, thinners or benzene.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ON DISPOSAL The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury. Do not dispose of this product with general household waste. Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority. Contents WARNING / CAUTION ...2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...3...
  • Page 7: Feature Of This Tv

    FEATURE OF THIS TV a Some of these features are not available on all models. High-definition television. High- resolution digital broadcast and playback system composed of roughly a million or more pixels, 16:9 aspect- ratio screens, and AC3 digital audio. subset television, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p resolutions.
  • Page 8: Preparation

    PREPARATION Accessories Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. The accessories included may differ from the images below. Owner’s Manual Polishing Cloth Option Extras When using the VGA (D-sub 15 pin cable) PC connection, the user must use shielded signal...
  • Page 9: Front Panel Information

    Front Panel Information r Image shown may differ from your TV. POWER button MENU button CHANNEL buttons VOLUME buttons INPUT button NOTE a Do not step on the glass stand or subject it to any impact.It may break, causing possible injury from fragments of glass, or the TV may fall. a Do not drag the TV.
  • Page 10: Back Panel Information

    Supports HD video and Digital audio. Doesn’t support 480i. Accepts DVI video using an adapter or HDMI to DVI cable (not included). AV (Audio/Video) IN Analog composite connection. Supports standard definition video only (480i). 32LD400, 42LD400 RGB IN AV IN AUDIO VIDEO RGB (PC) AUDIO...
  • Page 11 OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Digital optical audio output for use with amps and home theater systems. Note: In standby mode, this port doesn’t work. COMPONENT IN Analog Connection. Supports HD. Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & red and white for audio. USB INPUT Used for viewing photos and listening to MP3s.
  • Page 12: Stand Instructions

    Stand Instructions r Image shown may differ from your TV. INSTALLATION Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. Assemble the TV and install the 6 screws into the holes as shown. (M4 x 6) NOTE a When assembling the desk type stand, make sure the screws are fully tightened...
  • Page 13: Vesa Wall Mounting

    TV to a fall, leading to personal injury. LG is not liable for these kinds of accidents. a LG is not liable for TV damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the TV installation instructions.
  • Page 14: Desktop Pedestal Installation

    Desktop Pedestal Installation r Image shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10.1 cm (4 inches) on all four sides from the wall. 10.1 cm (4 inches) CAUTION a Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations. a Do not mount near or above any type of heat source.
  • Page 15: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Prevent Falling When The Tv Is Used On A Stand

    Securing the TV to the Wall to Prevent Falling When the TV is Used on a Stand r You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over (when not using a wall mount). r Image shown may differ from your TV. We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards.
  • Page 16: Antenna Or Cable Connection

    Antenna or Cable Connection 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections. For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments Wall (Connect to wall antenna socket) Antenna Socket Outdoor Antenna Single-family Dwellings /Houses (VHF, UHF)
  • Page 17: External Equipment Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP r To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. r The pictures in this section may be slightly different from your model. HD Receiver Setup This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set-top box.
  • Page 18: Hdmi Connection

    HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, or 3* jack on the TV. No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use r Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box operation.) r Select the...
  • Page 19: Dvd Setup

    DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect Connect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN 1 or 2 jack on the TV. Connect the digital set-top box audio output to the DVI AUDIO jack on the TV. 2. How to use r Turn on the digital set-top box.
  • Page 20 Composite (RCA) Connection 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and DVD. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use r Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD. r Select the input source on the TV using the...
  • Page 21: Vcr Setup

    VCR Setup Antenna Connection 1. How to connect Connect the RF antenna out socket of the VCR to the ANTENNA/CABLE IN socket on the TV. Connect the antenna cable to the RF antenna in socket of the VCR. 2. How to use r Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number.
  • Page 22: Other A/V Source Setup

    Other A/V Source Setup 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors. (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use r Select the input source on the TV using the INPUT...
  • Page 23: Audio Out Connection

    Audio Out Connection Send the TV’s audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port. Digital Connection to a Home Theater Audio System If you want to enjoy digital broadcasting through 5.1-channel speakers, connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the back of TV to a Home Theater (or amp). 1.
  • Page 24: Pc Setup

    PC Setup This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that a PC adjusts automatically to the TV’s settings. VGA (D-Sub 15 Pin) Connection 1. How to connect Connect the VGA output of the PC to the RGB IN (PC) jack on the TV.
  • Page 25 NOTE a To get the the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to 1920 x 1080. a Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. a In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness.
  • Page 26: Watching Tv/ Channel Control

    WATCHING TV/ CHANNEL CONTROL Remote Control Functions When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. The remote control may differ from the images below. Group No. Item POWER INPUT RATIO SOUND PICTURE NUMBER buttons FLASHBK POWER...
  • Page 27: Installing Batteries

    Group No. Item Description CHANNEL Changes the channel. (UP/DOWN) RETURN Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. Scroll through the programmed Favorite channels. Switches the caption on or off. MUTE Switches the sound on or off.
  • Page 28: Turning On The Tv

    Turning on the TV First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. a In standby mode to turn TV on, press the Select the viewing source by using the When finished using the TV, press press the control.
  • Page 29: Initial Setting

    Initial Setting This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when purchasing the TV. It will be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be activated from the user menus. r Default selection is “Home”.
  • Page 30: Option Setting

    3. Option Setting Step3. Option Setting 1.OSD Language Setting 2.Audio Language Setting Enter 4. Auto Tuning Step4. Auto Tuning Auto Tuning can change channel map. Do you want to start Auto Tuning? Enter Enter Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit English English Exit...
  • Page 31: Menu Adjustments

    MENU ADJUSTMENTS On-Screen Menus Selection Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. Display each menu. MENU Select a menu item. ENTER CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Balance AUDIO Sound Mode : Standard Treble Bass...
  • Page 32: Quick Menu

    INPUT Component RPG-PC HDMI1 HDMI2 * HDMI 3: For 47LD500 Quick Menu Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently. Q.Menu Aspect Ratio Backlight...
  • Page 33: Channel Menu

    Channel Menu The Channel menu offers options to setup of your television to receive TV channels. Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Display CHANNEL MENU ENTER menu. Select a menu item. ENTER a Auto Tuning r Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list.
  • Page 34: Picture Menu

    Picture Menu The Picture menu offers options to enhance and refine the picture displayed on your TV based on ambient room light and personal preferences. Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Energy Saving : Auto Picture Mode : Vivid Backlight Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color MENU...
  • Page 35: Audio Menu

    Tint: Adjusts the balance between red and green levels. a Advanced Control: Allows you to adjust some of the advanced features of your LG display such as Color Temperature, Fresh Contrast, Fresh Color, Noise Reduction, Gamma, Black Level, Real Cinema and TruMotion 120Hz* settings.
  • Page 36: Time Menu

    a TV Speaker r If you wish to use an external Hi-Fi system, turn off the TV’s internal speakers. a Digital Audio Out r Sets the digital audio out setting. a Analog Audio Out r Sets the analog audio out setting. Time Menu The Time menu offers options to adjust the time setting, set the TV turn/off time, sleep timer, and auto sleep.
  • Page 37: Option Menu

    a Sleep Timer r Turns the TV off at the preset time. a Auto Sleep r If sets “Auto Sleep” to “On”, the TV will automatically turn off in case of no signal for 10 minutes. Option Menu The Option menu offers options to set the TV operating environment. Language English Input Label...
  • Page 38: Parental Control / Ratings

    a Caption r Captions are provided to help the hearing impaired watch TV. Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information if provided on a program. Analog caption displays information at any position on the screen and is usually the program’s dialog.
  • Page 39 a Lock System r Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. a Set Password r Change the password by inputting a new password twice. a The TV is set up with the initial password “0-0-0-0”. a Block Channel r Blocks any channels that you do not want to watch or that you do not want your children to watch.
  • Page 40: Input Menu

    a Sex-sexual situations (applies to TV-PG, TV-14, TV-MA). a Violence (applies to TV-PG, TV-14, TV-MA). a Downloadable Rating r This function is available only for digital channels. r This function operates only when TV has received Region5 Rating data. a Input Block r Enables you to block an input.
  • Page 41: Usb Menu

    USB Menu The USB menu will open automatically when you insert a USB drive. USB can also be accessed by choosing USB in the user menu. PHOTO LIST MUSIC LIST Connect the USB device to the USB IN jack on the side of TV. MENU ENTER a PHOTO LIST...
  • Page 42 r Press the MENU button to more options: a Slideshow Mode: Selects the slideshow mode. a Slideshow With Music*: Selects the slideshow mode with music. * Slideshow With Music: For 47LD500 a Music file list: Selects the audio file that will be playback during the slideshow.
  • Page 43: Appendix

    APPENDIX Troubleshooting Abnormal Operation r Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. r Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ The remote control to +, - to -).
  • Page 44 Video Problems Lines or streaks in r Check antenna (Change the direction of the antenna). pictures r If an HDMI cable doesn’t support High Speed HDMI, it can No picture when connecting HDMI Audio Problems No output from r Adjust Balance in menu option. one of the speakers Unusual sound r A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in...
  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Maintenance Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here’s a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while.
  • Page 46: Product Specifications

    Environment Operating Humidity condition Storage Temperature Storage Humidity * The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. 32LD400 42LD400 (32LD400-UA) (42LD400-UA) 1018.5 x 693 x 791 x 563 x 210mm (31.1” x 22.2” x 8.3”) (40.1”...
  • Page 47: Open Source License

    Open Source License GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc., 51 Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. Preamble The licenses for most software are designed to take away your freedom to share and...
  • Page 48 1. You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the program’s source code as you receive it, in any medium, provided that you conspicuously and appropriately publish on each copy an appropriate copyright notice and disclaimer of warranty; keep intact all the notices that refer to this license and to the absence of any warranty;...
  • Page 49 contains, plus any associated interface definition files, plus the scripts used to control compilation and installation of the executable. However, as a special exception, the source code distributed need not include anything that is normally distributed (in either source or binary form) with the major components (compiler, kernel, and so on) of the operating system on which the executable runs, unless that component...
  • Page 50 in spirit to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the program specifies a version number of this license which applies to it and “any later version”, you have the option of following the terms and conditions either of that version or of any later version published by the Free...
  • Page 51: Gnu Lesser General Public License

    interactive mode: Gnomovision version 69, Copyright (C) year name of author Gnomovision comes with ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY; for details type ‘show w’ . This is free software, and you are welcome to redistribute it under certain conditions; type ‘show c’ for details. The hypothetical commands ‘show w’...
  • Page 52 for the free library. Also, if the library is modified by someone else and passed on, the recipients should know that what they have is not the original version, so that the original author’s reputation will not be affected by problems that might be introduced by others.
  • Page 53 modifications to it. For a library, complete source code means all the source code for all modules it contains, plus any associated interface definition files, plus the scripts used to control compilation and installation of the library. Activities other than copying, distribution and modification are not covered by this license;...
  • Page 54 Once this change is made in a given copy, it is irreversible for that copy, so the ordinary GNU General Public License applies to all subsequent copies and derivative works made from that copy. This option is useful when you wish to copy part of the code of the library into a program that is not a library.
  • Page 55 than copying library functions into the executable, and (2) will operate properly with a modified version of the library, if the user installs one, as long as the modified version is interface- compatible with the version that the work was made with. c) Accompany the work with a written offer, valid for at least three years, to give the same user the materials...
  • Page 56 example, if a patent license would not permit royalty-free redistribution of the library by all those who receive copies directly or indirectly through you, then the only way you could satisfy both it and this license would be to refrain entirely from distribution of the library.
  • Page 57 BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS How to apply these terms to your new libraries If you develop a new library, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use to the public, we recommend making it free software that everyone can redistribute and change.
  • Page 58 1.Definitions. 1.0.1. “Commercial use” means distribution or otherwise making the covered code available to a third party. 1.1. “Contributor” means each entity that creates or contributes to the creation of modifications. 1.2. “Contributor version” means the combination of the original code, prior modifications used by a contributor, and the modifications made by that particular contributor.
  • Page 59 world-wide, royalty-free, exclusive license, subject to third party intellectual property claims: a) under intellectual property rights (other than patent or trademark) licensable by initial developer to use, reproduce, modify, display, perform, sublicense and distribute the original code (or portions thereof) with or without modifications, and/or as part of a larger work;...
  • Page 60 remains available even if the electronic distribution mechanism is maintained by a third party. 3.3. Description of modifications. You must cause all covered code to which you contribute to contain a file documenting the changes You made to create that covered code and the date of any change.
  • Page 61 the executable version under a different license you must make it absolutely clear that any terms which differ from this license are offered by you alone, not by the Initial developer or any contributor. You hereby agree to indemnify the initial developer and every contributor for any liability incurred by the initial developer or such contributor as a result of any...
  • Page 62 fail to cure such breach within 30 days of becoming aware of the breach. All sublicenses to the covered code which are properly granted shall survive any termination of this license. Provisions which, by their nature, must remain in effect beyond the termination of this license shall survive.
  • Page 63 11. MISCELLANEOUS. This license represents the complete agreement concerning subject matter hereof. If any provision of this license is held to be unenforceable, such provision shall be reformed only to the extent necessary to make it enforceable. This License shall be governed by California law provisions (except to the extent applicable law, if any, provides otherwise), excluding its conflict-of-law...
  • Page 64 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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