Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL LCD TV Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 37LH260H 32LH240H 42LH260H 32LH250H 37LH265H 37LH250H 42LH250H 32LD320H 32LH255H 37LD320H 37LH255H 42LD320H 42LH255H www.lg.com P/NO : SAC34026004 (1006-REV02)
Page 3: Warning / Caution
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way as practical. without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product...
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience Keep these instructions. receptacles, and the point where they exit from Heed all warnings. the apparatus. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water.
Page 5 Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electrical thunder or lighting storm. shock, do not expose this product to rain, moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV with wet hands.
Page 6 A A N N T T E E N N N N A A S S Ventilation Install your TV where there is proper ventilation. Do O O u u t t d d o o o o r r a a n n t t e e n n n n a a g g r r o o u u n n d d i i n n g g not install in a confined space such as a bookcase.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION ......SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......Entry Modes .
Page 8 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System ......Channel Blocking ..........Movie &...
Page 9: Features Of This Tv
AC3 digital audio. A subset of digital television, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p resolutions. LG TV include a unique invisible speaker system, Matches the original frame rate of the film for a more tuned by renowned audio expert, Mr. Mark Levinson.
Page 10: Accessories
PREPERATION 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. 1.5V 1.5V Remote Control, Owner’s Manual Power Cord CD Manual Batteries...
Page 11: Front Panel Information
FRONT PANEL INFORMATION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. CHANNEL ( Buttons VOLUME (+, -) Buttons ENTER Button ENTER MENU Button MENU SPEAKER INPUT Button INPUT POWER Button Remote Control Sensor, Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on.
Page 12: Back Panel Information
PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. M.P.I. M.P.I. ANTENNA IN ANTENNA IN AV IN 2 32/37/42LH250H, 32/37/42LH255H, 37/42LH260H, 37LH265H GAME CONTROL AV IN 1 VIDEO AUDIO UPDATE RESET RGB IN (PC) L(MONO) R AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO (RGB/DVI)
Page 13 32/37/42LD320H RS-232C IN (SERVICE ONLY) UPDATE REMOTE RESET CONTROL AV IN 1 VIDEO L(MONO)-AUDIO-R AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) GAME RGB IN (PC) TV - LINK CONTROL /DVI IN SPEAKER OUT (8 ) VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN UPDATE GAME CONTROL Enables/disables software downloads and debug Control port mode.
Page 14: Stand Instruction
PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION ■ 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 as shown. Tighten the stand with the four screws (provided as parts of the TV).
Page 15 DETACHMENT Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. Loose the bolts from TV. Detach the stand from TV. PROTECTION COVER After removing the stand, install the included p p r r o o t t e e c c t t i i o o n n c c o o v v e e r r over the hole for the stand. Press the P P R R O O T T E E C C T T I I O O N N C C O O V V E E R R into the TV until you hear it click.
Page 16: Vesa Wall Mounting
If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to a wall. LG recommends that wall mounting be performed by a qualified professional installer.
Page 17: Cable Management
CABLE MANAGEMENT ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. Connect the cables as necessary. Put the cables inside the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP and snap it closed. To connect additional equipment, see the EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section. Secure the power cable with the P P ROTECTIVE BRACKET/Screw or the Plug in type Holder.
Page 18: Desktop Pedestal Installation
PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations. CAUTION Do not mount near or above any type of heat source.
Page 19: Attaching The Tv To A Desk
ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. The TV must be attached to a desk so it cannot be pulled in a forward/backward direction, potentially causing injury or damaging the product. Stand Desk 4-Screws (not provided as parts of the product) Screw: M5 x L (*L: Table depth + 8 ~ 10 mm)
Page 20: Securing The Tv To The Wall To Prevent Falling When The Tv Is Used On A Stand
PREPARATION SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING WHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND ■ You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over (when not using a wall mount). ■ 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 21: Antenna Or Cable Connection
To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ■ ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION 1. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. For optimum picture quality, adjust the direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments Wall (Connect to wall antenna socket)
Page 22: External Equipment Setup
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. ■ Image shown may differ from your TV. ■ HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air or Digital Cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if you do receive digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device, refer to the figure as shown below.
Page 23 HDMI Connection UPDATE RESET AV IN 1 1. How to connect VIDEO AUDIO RGB IN (PC) L(MONO) R AUDIO IN H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 Connect the digital set-top box to H H D D M M I I 2 2 jack on the TV.
Page 24 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect GAME ONTROL Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to AV IN 1 RGB IN (PC) VIDEO AUDIO H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 jack on the TV.
Page 25: Dvd Setup
DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the DVD to the C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I N N V V I I D D E E O O jacks on the TV.
Page 26 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Composite (RCA) Connection GAME 1. How to connect CONTROL AV IN 1 VIDEO AUDIO Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and L(MONO) R DVD.
Page 27: Vcr Setup
VCR SETUP Antenna Connection 1. How to connect Connect the RF antenna out socket of the ANTENNA IN M.P.I. A A N N T T E E N N N N A A I I N N VCR to the socket on the ANT OUT S-VIDEO...
Page 28: Other A/V Source Setup
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP 1. How to connect Camcorder Video Game Set A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O Connect the jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colors.
Page 29: Pc Setup
PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. RESET UPDATE VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection RGB IN (PC) 1. How to connect AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) R R G G B B I I N N Connect the VGA output of the PC to the ( ( P P C C ) ) jack on the TV.
Page 30 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC) For 32LH240H, 32/37/42LH250H, For 37/42LH260H, 37LH265H 32/37/42LH255H Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency ( KHz ) Frequency ( Hz ) Frequency ( KHz ) Frequency ( Hz ) 640x480 640x350 31.469 59.9 31.469 70.08...
Page 31 Screen Setup for PC mode Selecting Resolution You can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The P P o o s s i i t t i i o o n n , P P h h a a s s e e , and S S i i z z e e can also be adjusted. Screen Move Prev.
Page 32 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Auto Configure Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC. Screen Move Prev. MENU PICTURE Move...
Page 33 Adjustment for screen Position, Size, and Phase If the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. Screen Move Prev. MENU PICTURE Move Enter Resolution...
Page 34 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns P P o o s s i i t t i i o o n n , S S i i z z e e , and P P h h a a s s e e to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.
Page 35: Usb Connection
USB CONNECTION Memory Key AV IN 2 1. How to connect Connect the USB device to the U U S S B B I I N N jack on the side of TV. 2. How to use After connecting the U U S S B B I I N N jack, you use the USB func- ■...
Page 36: 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. POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on mode. MARK POWER INPUT RATIO Use to mark or unmark a photo/music.
Page 37 NUMBER button — (DASH) Used to enter a program number for multiple program channels such as 2-1, 2-2, etc. LIST Displays the channel table. FLASHBK Tunes to the last channel viewed. Increase/decrease the sound level. VOLUME UP /DOWN Switch the sound on or off. MUTE CHANNEL Select available channels.
Page 38: Turning On Tv
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL TURNING ON TV First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the button on the TV or press the ■...
Page 39: On-Screen Menus Selection
ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. CHANNEL PICTURE AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Move Enter Auto Tuning Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice II : On Manual Tuning Picture Mode : Standard...
Page 40: Channel Setup
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL SETUP Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Run this function if you change your residence or move the TV. Also, make sure to run this function with the antenna connected during TV broadcasting hours.
Page 41: Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning)
Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) If selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quality of the signal being received. CHANNEL CHANNEL Move Enter Move Enter Auto Tuning Auto Tuning DIGITAL Manual Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Channel Edit...
Page 42: Channel Editing
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Channel Editing The channels in the Channel Edit List are displayed in black and the channels deleted from the Channel Edit List are displayed in blue. When a channel number is deleted, it means that you will be unable to select it using button during TV viewing.
Page 43: Channel Label
CHANNEL LABEL 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. CHANNEL CHANNEL Move...
Page 44: Input List
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL INPUT LIST Component RGB-PC ENTER Select the desired input source. INPUT HDMI2 HDMI1 RGB-PC Component T T V V : Select it to watch over-the-air, cable ■ and digital cable broadcasts. A A V V 1 1 - - 2 2 : Select them to watch a VCR or ■...
Page 45: Usb
■ Image shown may differ from your TV. ENTRY MODES When you connect a USB device, this pop up menu is displayed automatically. When the Pop Up menu does not appear, you can select Photo List or Music List in the USB menu. On a USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete an existing folder.
Page 46 Precautions when using the USB device Only a USB storage device is recognizable. If the USB storage device is connected through a USB hub, the device is not recognizable. A USB storage device using an automatic recognition program may not be recognized. A USB storage device which uses its own driver may not be recognized.
Page 47: Photo List
PHOTO LIST You can only view .JPG files from USB storage devices. The On-Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported photo file: * .JPG • You can play JPG files only. • Only baseline scan is supported among JPG. •...
Page 48 Photo Selection and Popup Menu Photo List Page 2/3 No Marked Drive1 Up Folder KY103 03/30/2008 JMJ001 KY101 KY104 06/10/2008 06/19/2008 KY102 KY105 04/03/2008 01/31/2008 JMJ001 JMJ005 01/01/2000 05/13/2008 JMJ002 JMJ006 06/15/2008 05/26/2008 1366 768, 125KB JMJ003 JMJ007 04/03/2008 02/18/2008 JMJ004 JMJ008 Up Folder...
Page 49 Full Screen Menu You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in full screen mode. Photo List Page 2/3 No Marked Drive1 Up Folder KY103 03/30/2008 JMJ001 KY101 KY104 06/10/2008 06/19/2008 KY102 KY105 04/03/2008...
Page 50 Select the S S l l i i d d e e s s h h o o w w , B B G G M M , ( ( R R o o t t a a t t e e ) ) , ENTER D D e e l l e e t t e e , O O p p t t i i o o n n , or H H i i d d e e .
Page 51: Music List
MUSIC LIST You can use the Music List menu to play MP3 files from a USB storage device. This TV cannot play back copy-protected files. The On-Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported music file: * .MP3 Bit rate range 32 Kbps - 320 Kbps •...
Page 52 Music Selection and Popup Menu P P l l a a y y (During stop): Play the selected file. Once a song finishes playing, the next selected Music List Page 2/3 No Marked one will be played. When there are no selected Drive1 Title Duration...
Page 53 ■ The play information box (as shown below) will automatically move across the screen when there is no user input to pre- vent a fixed image remaining on the screen for a extended period of time. NOTE When music is playing, is displayed in front of the music play time.
Page 54: Picture Control
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL This feature lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV. RGB-PC input source use 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio. ■ 1 1 6 6 : : 9 9 RATIO Press the R R A A T T I I O O button repeatedly to select the picture options S S e e t t B B y y P P r r o o g g r r a a m m , , 4 4 : : 3 3 , ,...
Page 55 Set by program Zoom Selects the proper picture proportion to match Choose Zoom when you want to view the picture the source’s image. without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. (4:3 4:3) Set By Program (16:9 16:9)
Page 56: Preset Picture Settings
PICTURE CONTROL PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode - Preset There are factory presets for picture settings available in the user menus. You can use a preset, change each setting manually. PICTURE PICTURE Move Enter Move Enter Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Picture Mode : Standard Picture Mode : Standard...
Page 57: Color Tone Preset
Color Tone - Preset Choose one of three automatic color adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colors with more blue. PICTURE PICTURE Move Enter Move Enter • Contrast •...
Page 58: Manual Picture Adjustment - User Mode
PICTURE CONTROL MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT - USER MODE Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. PICTURE Move Enter Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Picture Mode : Standard (User) • Backlight • Backlight • Contrast • Brightness Enter •...
Page 59: Picture Improvement Technology
PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY Dynamic Contrast: Optimizes the contrast automatically according to the brightness of the reflection. Dynamic Color: Adjusts the color of the reflection automatically to reproduce as close as possible natural colors. Noise Reduction: Removes interference up to the point where it does not damage the original picture. Gamma: High gamma values display whitish images and low gamma values display high contrast images.
Page 60: Advanced Control - Black (Darkness) Level
PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED CONTROL - BLACK (DARKNESS) LEVEL Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This function enables to select 'Low' or 'High' in the following mode: AV (NTSC-M), HDMI or Component. Otherwise, 'Black level' is set to 'Auto'.
Page 61: Advanced Control - Eye Care
ADVANCED CONTROL - EYE CARE Dims extremely bright pictures. This feature is disabled in “P P i i c c t t u u r r e e M M o o d d e e - - V V i i v v i i d d , C C i i n n e e m m a a ”. PICTURE PICTURE Move...
Page 62 PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED CONTROL - REAL CINEMA Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. When you operate Real Cinema (3:2 Pull-Down Mode or Cinema Correction Mode), the TV will adjust 24 fps video from movies to 30 fps video for display. This feature operates only in TV (Analog TV, Digital DTV), AV1, AV2, Component 480i/1080i, and HDMI 1080i mode.
Page 63: Picture Reset
PICTURE RESET Settings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings. PICTURE PICTURE Move Enter Move Enter • Contrast • Contrast • Brightness • Brightness All picture settings will be resetted. • Sharpness • Sharpness Continue? • Color •...
Page 64: Sound & Language Control
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER (AUTO VOLUME) Auto Volume makes sure that the volume level remains consistent whether you are watching a commercial or a regular TV program. Because each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, volume adjustment may be needed every time the channel is changed.
Page 65: Preset Sound Settings (Sound Mode)
PRESET SOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE) Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment as the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice II...
Page 66: Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER MODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice II : On Clear Voice II : On •...
Page 67: Srs Trusurround Xt
SRS TRUSURROUND XT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice II : On Clear Voice II : On •...
Page 68 SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL CLEAR VOICE I I I I By differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice II : On Clear Voice II : On...
Page 69: Balance
BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. AUDIO AUDIO Move Move Enter Enter Auto Volume : Off Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice I : On Clear Voice I : On Balance : •...
Page 70: Tv Speakers On/Off Setup
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUP Turn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment. In A A V V , C C o o m m p p o o n n e e n n t t , R R G G B B and H H D D M M I I with HDMI to DVI cable, the TV speaker can be operational even when there is no video signal.
Page 71: Audio Reset
AUDIO RESET Settings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings. AUDIO AUDIO Move Enter Move Enter Clear Voice I : On Clear Voice I : On • level • level Balance Balance Sound Mode : Standard Sound Mode : Standard Resetting audio configuration...
Page 72: Stereo/Sap Broadcast Setup
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL STEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUP For Analog only: This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accom- panies the stereo program if the station transmits an additional sound signal. Mono sound is automatically used if the broadcast is only in Mono.
Page 73: Audio Language
AUDIO LANGUAGE Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station. This feature operates only in DTV mode. OPTION OPTION Move Enter Move Enter Menu Language : English Menu Language : English Audio Language : English Audio Language : English...
Page 74: On-Screen Menus Language Selection
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. OPTION OPTION Move Enter Move Enter Menu Language : English Menu Language : English English Audio Language : English Audio Language : English Español Caption...
Page 75: Caption Mode
CAPTION MODE Caption must be provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. This feature operates only in TV, AV1-2 mode. When selecting O O f f f f , Sub-menus for ■ Select Caption O O n n or O O f f f f . Analog, DTV, and Digital Option become disabled.
Page 76: Digital Broadcasting System Captions
SOUND &LANGUAGE CONTROL Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV Captions to appear in. Other Languages can be chosen for digital sources only if they are included on the program. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set On. OPTION OPTION Move...
Page 77: Caption Option
Caption Option Customize the DTV captions that appear on your screen. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set On. Custom OPTION OPTION Move Enter Move Enter Size A Standard Menu Language : English Menu Language : English Font Font 1 Audio Language...
Page 78: Time Setting
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETTING 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. TIME TIME Move...
Page 79: Manual Clock Setup
Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually. TIME TIME Move Enter Move Enter Manual Clock Clock Off Time : Off Off Time : Off Year 2008 On Time : Off On Time : Off Month Sleep Timer : Off Sleep Timer : Off...
Page 80: Auto On/Off Time Setting
TIME SETTING TIME SETTING AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTING This function operates only if the current time has been set. The O O f f f f T T i i m m e e function overrides the O O n n T T i i m m e e function if they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the O O n n T T i i m m e e to work.
Page 81: Sleep Timer Setting
SLEEP TIMER SETTING The Sleep Time turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. 10min Press the T T I I M M E E R R button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. TIMER Sleep timer options: Off, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes.
Page 82: Parental Control / Ratings
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS 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 broad- casting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by choosing the type of the program and the categories.
Page 83 Lock System Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : On Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel Movie Rating Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General TV Rating-General...
Page 84 PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel Confirm Movie Rating Movie Rating TV Rating-Children...
Page 85: Channel Blocking
CHANNEL BLOCKING Blocks any channels that you do not want to watch or that you do not want your children to watch. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Ch.
Page 86: Movie & Tv Rating
PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS MOVIE & TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limits specified, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level. Keep in mind that the movie ratings limit only applies to movies shown on TV, not TV programs, such as soap operas.
Page 87 TV Rating Children Prevents children from watching certain children's TV programs, according to the ratings limit set. The children rating does not apply to other TV programs. Unless you block certain TV programs intended for mature audi- ences in the TV Rating - sub menu, your children can view those programs. LOCK LOCK Move...
Page 88 PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS TV Rating General Based on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you and your family do not want to view. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Block Channel...
Page 89: Downloadable Rating
DOWNLOADABLE RATING This function operates only when TV has received Region5 Rating data. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Humor Block Channel Block Channel Sport Movie Rating Movie Rating Cruelty TV Rating-Children TV Rating-Children...
Page 90: External Input Blocking
PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS PARENTAL CONTROL /RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input. LOCK LOCK Move Enter Move Enter Lock System : Off Lock System : Off Set Password Set Password Block Channel Block Channel Component Movie Rating Movie Rating RGB-PC TV Rating-Children...
Page 91: Appendix
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING T T h h e e o o p p e e r r a a t t i i o o n n d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k n n o o r r m m a a l l l l y y . . Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control ■...
Page 92 APPENDIX T T h h e e a a u u d d i i o o d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k . . Press the VOL or VOLUME button.
Page 93: Maintenance
32LH255H (32LH255H-UA) 42LH260H (42LH260H-UA/UB) MODEL 37LH265H (37LH265H-UA/UB) 32LD320H (32LD320H-UA) 42LD320H (42LD320H-UA) 37LD320H (37LD320H-UA) 31.6 x 22.9 x 8.8 inches 36.2 x 25.9 x 1 1.6 inches 40.4 x 28.1 x 1 1.6 inches Dimensions With stand 805.0 x 583.0 x 223.8 mm 922.0 x 659.0 x 297.0 mm...
Page 94: Ir Codes
APPENDIX IR CODES 1. How to Connect Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. ■ 2. Remote Control IR Codes Output waveform ■ Single pulse, modulated with 37 .917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 Configuration of frame...
Page 95 Code Code Function Note Function Note (Hexa) (Hexa) Discrete IR Code POWER Remote control Button (Power On/Off) (TV Input Selection) INPUT Remote control Button Discrete IR Code MARK Remote control Button (AV1 Input Selection) RATIO Remote control Button Discrete IR Code Remote control Button (AV2 Input Selection) 10-19...
Page 96: Open Source License
OPEN SOURCE LICENSE GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc., 51 the program proprietary. To prevent this, we have made it clear Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 021 10-1301 USA that any patent must be licensed for everyone's free use or not licensed at all.
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Page 110 COMMERCIAL MODE SETUP GUIDE Note: All features shown within this guide may not be available on all models. EXPERIENCED INSTALLER Commercial Mode Setup page 7 B-LAN Setup page 45 Cloning Information pages 21 - 25...
Page 111 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
Page 112 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safeguards for you and your new product This product has been manufactured and tested with safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into the new product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using the new product, and save them for future reference.
Page 113 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. (Continued from previous page) Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding 19. Servicing If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the prod- uct, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up...
Page 114 TV. • For any additional information, contact your LG representative. Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Marketed and Distributed in the United States by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632...
Page 115: Table Of Contents
Setup Checklist Installation and Setup Checklist Installer Menu Items Setup __ Unpack TV and all accessories. __ Configure all relevant Installer menu items __ Install batteries in remote control. as required of your institution. __ Install TV on Vesa Mount or Stand. Note: It may be advisable to make all hard- TV Menus Configuration wire connections before installing on Vesa...
Page 116: Commercial Mode Setup For Master Tv
Commercial Mode Setup for Master TV This page provides an overview of a Master TV configuration. Note 1: Disconnect all Aux inputs. Under certain conditions, Auto Tuning (Channel XXLH240H INSTALLER MENU search) is disabled if there is an Aux input active. For 32LH240H INSTALLER SEQ Commercial Mode Setup Procedure...
Page 117: Installer Overview
PTC V1.00.000 CPU V3.06.00 LG Installer Remote XXLH260H INSTALLER MENU You will need an LG Installer remote control similar to the one shown to the right. The installer remote must have a “Source” but- For 37/42LH260H INSTALLER SEQ ton or its equivalent. The remote shown in this manual has “INPUT”...
Page 118: Ftg Card Mode Of Operation Overview
FTG Card Mode of Operation Overview Outlined below is the FTG (Free-To-Guest) setup for individual TV control 1. Set up commercial features of TV/STB. Enter Installer Menu and set all desired items as required. (i.e. Tuning Band, Start Channel etc.) Refer to the Installation and Setup Guide of the TV/STB. 2.
Page 119 FTG Card Mode of Operation Contd. It is easy to determine the operating mode of the TV/STB. By pressing Menu, if the Setup or TV menu appears, the Z7 card is in pass-through mode. If the End User ‘Function’ menu appears, the TV/STB is in FTG mode. CHANNEL PICTURE TIME...
Page 120: Ftg Card Channel Map Overview
FTG Channel Map Overview Creating/copying a channel map into LMT7Z7 card will convert the card from pass-through mode to FTG mode. When ‘Aspect Ratio’ menu is present, card is in FTG mode. CUSTOM CHANNEL LABELS/ICONS SET CHANNEL ATTRIBUTES LOGICAL CHANNEL NUMBERS Set custom labels and select icons on menu.
Page 121: Ftg Installer Menu Overview
FTG Installer Menu Overview CONFIGURATION SETTINGS HOSPITAL GRADE TV/STB ITEMS Select tabs for Installer submneu Set hospital only items on Installer menu for items to set up TV/STB. Hospital grade TV/STBs. INSTALLER DEFAULTS EXIT Returns to logical channel Press to reset TV/STB to Installer menu defaults.
Page 122: Ftg Operation Troubleshooting
FTG Operation Troubleshooting LMT7Z7 Configured Card in FTG Mode of Operation Error Messages Problem Probable Cause Solution Cannot contact FTG application Close extra FTG application on computer. target. already open. Cable(s) not Check and connect communication cables. connected. TV off. Turn TV on.
Page 123: Typical Installer's Remote Control
INPUT RATIO The remote control is supplied with and dedicated to operate the TV. Some DVD and VCR controls may be available for some LG DVD/VCR products. See next page for typical key functions in TV mode and DVD/VCR control.
Page 124: Installer Remote Control Key Functions
Installer Remote Control Typical Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions: This typical LG TV remote control is shown for reference. Follow the instructions provided on the Installer menu pages to access the Installer menu. MARK INPUT MARK POWER Selects RGB, HDMI,DVI, HDMI2, Component Use to mark or unmark a photo/music.
Page 125: Rear Connections Panel
Rear Connections Panel RESET UPDATE Press RESET to Restricted to software re-initialize the TV. updates. HDMI/DVI PORT REMOTE JACK PACK PORT Connect to output jacks from Connect to remote jack pack HDMI / DVI device. control output port. AUDIO/VIDEO IN 1 RGB IN (PC) Connect to output jacks on Connection for RGB hookup...
Page 126: A/V Input 2 Side Connections Panel/Rf Antenna Connection
A/V 2 Input: Side Connections Panel / RF Antenna Connection USB IN Insert USB device for software updates and usable for Picture/Music entertainment. L/MONO-AUDIO-R IN Connect to audio output jacks from external device. For mono audio output, connect to Left audio input. VIDEO IN Connect to video output port on external device...
Page 127 Remote Jack Pack (RJP) / TV Connections after Commercial Mode Setup and Cloning Master TV Setup Procedures Make these connections after commercial mode setup and cloning procedures are complete Remote Jack Pack Setup • RJP Available? If you will use a remote jack pack in your system, set installer item 093 RJP Available to 001 so the RJP function is enabled.
Page 128: Mpi Card Slot / Ppv Card Installation
MPI Card Slot / PPV Card Installation The MPI card is equipped with an RF jack for antenna/cable signal source connection. The MPI card slot is also available for installing a PPV (Pay-Per-View) card. MPI Card Removal / PPV Card Installation 1.
Page 129: Tv Features Configuration Menus Overview
TV Features Configuration Menus Overview The onscreen menus control the basic TV features CHANNEL PICTURE TIME AUDIO LOCK OPTION INPUT Main TV Menus The Main TV setup menus control the features of the TV. Set the TV features to the desired configuration for the end user.
Page 130 TLL-1100A Cloning Connections/Learning Setup Connections for the TLL-1100A Clone Programmer to Learn the TV Master TV Setup On Master TV Set up all Master TV features on M.P.I. Learning Setup the menus and do a Channel CLONE SELECTION MENU Selected Bank: CBank X Saved Search.
Page 131 LT2002 Cloning Connections/Learning Setup Connections for the LT2002 Clone Programmer to Learn the TV Master TV Setup Antenna or CATV Ferrite Core (TDK, ZCAT Connect cable to 2035-0930) TV MPI Jack and Status follow on screen Indicator instructions Reset Color •...
Page 132 Since the Clone Programmer’s time cannot be set directly, the current LT2002 Clone Programmer Communication Problems time needs to be copied from a Zenith/LG TV equipped with M.P.I. • A slow flashing green light indicates there are communica- input capability.
Page 133 Cloning Connections/Teaching Setup Teaching the Master Setup to Another TV Connections for the LT2002 to Teach another TV the Master Setup Antenna or CATV Ferrite Core Connect cable to (TDK, ZCAT TV MPI Jack and Status follow on screen Indicator instructions 2035-0930) Reset...
Page 134 TV setup. (Teach/Learn should take a minimum of 1 minute.) Remote does not • Wrong Installer remote. - Only use an LG Installer remote to operate clone programmer operate clone. with TV. LED does not blink. • M.P.I. cord not connected.
Page 135: Installer Menus
Installer Menu Use the Installer’s Menu to set up or change operational settings. See more detailed descriptions of the Installer menu items on the following pages... XXLH240H INSTALLER MENU For 32LH240H Accessing the Installer’s Menu INSTALLER SEQ Make sure TV is on. Installer’s menu items can be accessed by using an installer’s remote control.
Page 136 Installer Menu Installer Menu Items 035 through 118 Menu Item Function Value Range Default Value Brief Description of Function and Comments COMPPORT EN. 0 / 1 Set to 0 to disable HDMI 1. Set to 1 enable HDMI 1 YPrPb EN. 0 / 1 Set to 1 to enable display panel Component Video 1 input jacks.
Page 137 Installer Menu Detailed Descriptions of Installer Menu Items Generally, this feature is used in connection with START CHANNEL (Installer item 004) where the start channel may, for example, be set to 3 or 4. If the start channel is 3, then the TV will remain locked on 000 - INSTALLER SEQUENCE Channel 3.
Page 138 Installer Menu 011 - KEY DEFEAT (Keyboard Defeat) 031 - POLL RATE If set to 1, key defeat prevents the end user from accessing the on- M.P.I. Communication Parameter. Selects Poll Rate for M.P.I. Leave at screen menus with the display front panel—MENU, SELECT, and Left / default setting unless changed by Pay-Per-View provider.
Page 139 Installer Menu Detailed Descriptions of Installer Menu Items 047 - AUX STATUS 081 - UPN LSB (UPN Least Significant Byte) Set to 1 for M.P.I. AUX source to be reported as a channel number User programmable number, least significant byte readable by M.P.I. instead of channel 0.
Page 140 Installer Menu 093 -RJP AVAILABLE (Remote Jack Pack Available) 101, the TV automatically controls backlighting depending upon the 0 = Remote jack pack is not available or disabled. picture level of the current program. 1 = Legacy Model RJPs: HDMI Mode set to 255, to disable power saving mode.
Page 141: Detailed Instructions For Making A Master Tv
Be sure to do each task as indicated. If a procedure or You will also need an LG Installer remote control similar to step is left out or not performed completely, cloning may not the one shown in the front of this manual.
Page 142 Reference: Procedures for adding Channel Label Icons/Custom Channel Labels (2-5-4 + MENU Mode) Adding Channel Icons and Labels in the 2-5-4 + Menu Mode Editing/Adding Channel ICONs and/or Labels Editing and adding the labels can only be done if there are channels entered into the TV’s channel map either by using the If there is no pre-assigned ICON, you can make a custom chan- method described in item 6 (page 18), by cloning or by the use...
Page 143 Reference: Clonable Menu Features Clonable Menu Features Menu /Sub Menu Features Audio Contd. Lock Treble Movie Rating Installer Menu Bass TV Rating – Children Age Installer Item settings SRS TruSoundXT TV Rating – Children Fantasy TV Speaker Violence Channel TV Rating – General Age Auto Tuning (Channel Lineup) Option Input Block...
Page 144: Usb End User Features
USB End User Features USB Menu features Picture Slideshow with or without Music accompaniment USB Device Setup On the USB device, load Photo and Music files e.g. MP3. Insert USB device into USB port on TV side jack panel. Press Menu and select USB option, press Enter. Note: Windows .wma files are not usable.
Page 145 Reference USB Cloning: Master TV Profile Setup-Learning Learn From TV USB Download Menu Upgrade TV Software UPGRADING... Upgrade PTC Software 48 % Teach To TV Do not unplug! Learn From TV On Master TV, Create Profile and Learn From TV available, key in the password which is used to enter Installer Menu.
Page 146 Reference USB Cloning: Master TV Profile Setup-Teaching Teach To TV XX240H-UA00001.TLL For 32LH240H Teach To TV Previous Enter UPGRADING... 39 % Teach To TV Do not unplug! For 32/37/42LH250H, XX250H-UA00001.TLL 32/37/42LH255H Previous Enter Teach To TV XX260H-UA00001.TLL For 37/42LH260H 37LH265H Previous Enter On Target TV, Teach Master TV Profile...
Page 147: Tv Camport Auto Sense Operation
TV Camport Auto Sense Operation The CAMPORT Auto Sense function is enabled when: CAMPORT (Front Video) Functionality Control 1. Installer Menu Item 34, CAMPORT EN is set to 1 AND 2. Installer Menu Item 40, AUTO CAMPORT is enabled (1). Item 34 Item 40 Front Video...
Page 148: Tv Aux Input Configuration / Troubleshooting
TV Aux Input Configuration / Troubleshooting ENABLE MPI DATA MPI DATA DATA STATUS DIRECT ACCESS DATA STATUS TYPE TYPE 0xD2 START AUX Tuning Installer Menu STATUS 0x41 SOURCES CURRENT AV SOURCE TYPE 0X0D ENABLED (R/W) SOURCE (R) ASSIGNMENT AUX SOURCE OLD_OCV OLD_OCV= Source Input Source Mode Number...
Page 149: Troubleshooting
-Check that “+” and “-” match in battery compartment. • Too much light in room. -Dim room light. • Wrong Installer remote control. -Requires compatible Installer remote, contact your LG dealer. Picture Reception Normal picture, poor • Audio muted. -Press MUTE or use Volume Up key to increase sound level.
Page 150 TV setup. (Teach/Learn should take a minimum of 1 minute.) Remote does not • Wrong Installer remote. - Only use an LG Installer remote to operate clone programmer operate clone. with TV. LED does not blink. • M.P.I. cord not connected.
Page 151: Troubleshooting Flow Chart
Troubleshooting Flow Chart Controller Quick Check 'STATUS' Plug Press 'POWER' or 'ON/OFF' LED on Connected to into AC key on TV Analog Board AC Power Power Outlet Blinking TV Turn 1. Bad TV Press 'POWER' or 'ON/OFF' or 'VOLUME UP/DOWN' or 'MUTE' key on Installer Remote Red LED...
Page 152: Commercial Mode Check
Commercial Mode Check Press the "On/Off" key on the front panel. The On/Off key is always operational. you get Bad TV a response Leave TV set On Go to Installer menu by pressing "MENU" until the TV stops responding. TV stop TV is in responding Stopped...
Page 153: Glossary Of Terms
Glossary of Terms A list of definitions for some of the words found in this guide 75 OHM RF CABLE PHYSICAL CHANNEL NUMBER The wire that comes from an off-air antenna Digital Video Interface The actual channel number. Analog channels or cable service provider.
Page 154: B-Lan Setup And Overview
B-LAN Overview B-LAN Setup and Overview (Except 32LH240H) Power to the B-LAN module is controlled by Installer Menu Item 118 Power savings. By default, value 003, the B-LAN module is only powered on when the TV is powered on. There are two bits in the Power Savings item to control power to the B-LAN module, one for power during TV Standby mode and one for power during TV Power On mode.
Page 155: Rjp Model List And Input Hierarchy
Reference: RJP Model List and Input Hierarchy RJP Model List Legacy Models Scaler Models RJP-101M Not Support PCB RJP-101ML Not Support PCB RJP-110F RJP-210F RJP-110FW RJP-210FW RJP-110W RJP-210W RJP-110WBR RJP-210WBR RJP-110S RJP-210S RJP-120G RJP-220G RJP-120T RJP-220T RJP-201B RJP-301B RJP-202B RJP-302B RJP Input Hierarchy Priority Video...
Page 156 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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