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LG DU42PX12X - - 42" Plasma TV Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 PLAS MODELS: DUo50PX10/10C DUo42P×l 2X/12XC and compUeteUy before _er of the TV in the and reUate this _rvice,...
  • Page 2 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: LG Electronics U.S.A.
  • Page 3 Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY [NSTRUCTmONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for insta!lation for use and supplied with the appa- ratus.
  • Page 4 Safety instructions Safety instructions eo:nt nued 13. Unplug this apparatus during _ightning storms or when unused for _ong periods of time. 14. Refer aH servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power=supply cord or p@ugis damaged, _iquid has been spH_ed or objects have fallen into the apparatus,...
  • Page 5 Contents Warning/Caution ........ Auto Clock Setup ....... Safety instructions ......Manual Clock Setup ..... On/Off Timer Setup ..... Introduction Sleep Timer / Auto Off ....Controls ....... Option Menu Features Connection Options ...... Aspect Ratio ......Remote Control Key Functions ....
  • Page 6 introduction What is a Pmasma Dispmay Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewable. The PDP can be thought of as a descendant of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent lamps.
  • Page 7 Introduction - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Image shown may be somewhat different from your TV. - This manual explains the features available on the DU_5OPXlO series TVs. ON/OFF Button MENU Button CHANNEL (T, A) Buttons Remote Contro_ Sensor TV/VmBEO Button VOLUME...
  • Page 8 Introduction Connect o:n Options _put available to provide better picture quality than the video input. VmDEO Input the video signal from a video device. AUDmO mnput Use to connect to hear stereo sound from an external device. S-Video mnput DVI mnput/Audio Input/RGB DVD/DTV Input (Component Connect S-Video out from an input...
  • Page 9 /nstaflat/on Remete Control Key Fu,nctions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV, LIGHT MODE Illuminates the remote control buttons. Selects the remote operating mode: TV, VCR, DVD, CABLE, NDSTB or AUDIO. TV/VlDEO Select other operating modes, for the x\\\...
  • Page 10 /nstalla don I n l 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 Batteries Power Cord 75£_ Round Cable 2-TV brackets 2-TV bracket bolts(42") 2-Wall brackets 4-TV bracket bolts(50")
  • Page 11 /nstaflatlon !nstaliation !nstruction8 The TV can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc. • The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally. The speakers shown are optional. GROUNDING Power Supply Ensure that you connect the grounding / earth wire to prevent possible electric shock.
  • Page 12 /nstalla don Exte cna I Eq u ipment Oo n nee t io ns Anamog and Digital TV signals provided on one antenna - Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connections For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments :n_r-,3 %_, (Connect to wall antenna socket)
  • Page 13 Installation NOTE: AH cables shown are not inc{uded with the TV - 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 Installation How to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equip- ment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure= When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red).
  • Page 15 Installation - This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/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 extema! device, refer to the figure as shown below. - This TV supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) protoco! for DTV (480p,720p,1080i) mode.
  • Page 16 Installation - This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. The TV sends config- uration information (EDID) to the PC using the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) protocol.
  • Page 17 /nstaflat/on Screen Setup for PC mode - Be sure to select the RGB-PC/RGB-DTV source before operation. (For RGB-DTV input source, Position and Reset are available.) - In DVI-PC and DVI-DTV input source, settings are not adiustable. - You can manually adjust picture position and minimize image shaking for the PC input source. f.

  • Page 18: Turning The Tv On

    Operation Turning the TV On 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Press the • ON/OFF button on the TV. At this moment, the TV is switched to standby mode. Press the TV/VIDEO, OH (h, / _') button on the TV or press the POWER, TV/VmBEO, COMP/RGR/DVL OH (% -), Humber (0 ~ 9) button on the remote control and then the TV will...
  • Page 19 Operation Setup Menu Opto - Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. - Run EZ Scan again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _k /_ button to select the Sg'TUP menu.
  • Page 20 Operation Reveals how strong your DTV signal is and whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation. Digital DTV Signals: May not be available in all areas, nor are broadcast on all programs.
  • Page 21 Operation Video Menu Opt ons EZ Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. Select the preset value in the EZ Picture menu based on the program category. - When adjusting Video menu options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, tint, and color temperature) manually, EZ Picture automatically changes to Off.

  • Page 22: Front Surround

    Operation Audio Menu Opt o:ns - Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broad- casting station. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / _' button to select the A_IO menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use A / _' button to select Audio _nguage. 3.
  • Page 23 Operation Audio Menu Options continued: Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations= . Press the MENU button and then use A / T button to select the AgrDlO menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use A. / T button to select the desired sound option (B_lance, T_teble, or Bass).
  • Page 24 Operation - Turn TV speakers off if using external audio equipment, Feature turns the TV Speakers option On or Off, 1, Press the MENU button and then use _&/ V button to select the A_IO menu, 2, Press the _ button and then use A./_' button to select "F7 Speaker, 3, Press the _ button and then use A.
  • Page 25 Operation Time Menu Opt: ons - 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. 1.
  • Page 26 Operation - The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. - You can also set up the Sleep Timer in the TIME menu. 1. Press the TmMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. First the O_ option appears on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer options: 10, 20, 30, 80, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes.
  • Page 27 Operation 0 pt io M e n u Feat u res - Lots you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV with a 16:9 ratio picture format. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the picture is to be dis- played.
  • Page 28 Operation 1. Use the CO button repeatedly to select Caption Off, _Z Mute, or On. EZMuM shows the selected captions option (if available on program) when the TV sound is muted. You can also use the OPTION menu to select C_p_on. 2.

  • Page 29: Demo

    Operation Option Menu Features centinued - Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A. / _' button to select the OPTION menu. 2. Press the I_ button and then use A / _ button to select C_tton Opl_ot_.

  • Page 30: Low Power

    Operation - A frozen still picture from a PC/video game displayed on the screen for prolonged periods will result in an ghost image remaining_ even when you change the image. Avoid allowing any fixed image to remain on the TV's screen for a long period of time.
  • Page 31 Operation Lock Menu Opt ons Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by the type of program and by the categories chosen to be blocked.
  • Page 32 Operation - Lets you set up blocking schemes to block specific channels, ratings, and external viewing sources. - A password is required to gain access to this menu if the Lock System is turned on 1. Press the MENU button and then use Ak/_' button to select the LOCK menu.
  • Page 33 Operation PiP (PictureolnoPicture) / POP /Twin Picture - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - Twin Picture mode splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time. Each source is given half the screen.
  • Page 34 Operation In PiP mode, press the A /_' /4 /_ button to move the sub picture to a different location on the screen. Use the A /_/4/_ button to change main and sub picture sizes in Twin Picture mode. i,e) If the maximal adjusted If the maximal adiusted screen is 16:9, the large...
  • Page 35 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 iack on the Monitor back panel, - RS_232C connection cables are not supplied with the Monitor, Pin Name No connection...
  • Page 36 External Control Device Setup Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. Refer to 'Real Data Mapping'. See page 37. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A r_' button to select the SETB'P menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use A r _" button to select S_'l' ID. 3.
  • Page 37 External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command2:a) 05. Volume Mute (Command2:e) To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. To control volume mute on/off. Transmisdon You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on remote control. [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission Data 0 : Power Off 1 : Power On...
  • Page 38 External Control Device Setup 09. Color (Command2:i) 14. PiP / POP / Twin Picture (Command2m) _'_ To adiust the screen color, To control the PiP (Picture-in-Picture)/POP/Twin picture. You can also centre! the PIP/POPfTwin picture using the You can also adjust color in the Video menu, PIP button on the remote control, Transmission _nerRleeion...
  • Page 39 External Control Device Setup 19. Color Temperature (Cemmand2:u) 24, Orbiter P[×et Setting (Command2:s) To adiust color temperature. To adiust pixe! number in orbiter function. You can also adjust color temperature in the Video Transmission menu, Transmission _][s][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min:0~ Max:A...
  • Page 40 Codes Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Contro! port on the TV. I_- Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz _,_[ Carrier frequency FOAR = 1/Tc = fosc/12 Duty ratio = T1/Tc = 1/3 I_ Configuration of frame o 1st frame Lead...
  • Page 41 /RCodes ....Function Note Code (Nexa) 0x0B TV/VIDEO R/C Button MODE R/C Button 0x08 POWER R/C Button (Power On/Off) 0xC4 POWER ON Discrete IR Code (Only Power On) 0xC5 POWER OFF Discrete IR Code (Only Power Off) 0x98 COMP/RGB/DVl R/C Button 0x79 RATIO R/C Button...
  • Page 42 Programming the Remote P rogramm ng the Remote i ¸ 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. 1.
  • Page 43 Codes Brand Codes AIWA KENWOOD B14 034 PORTLAND rATU NG _,KAI B47 048 PULSAR TEAC QUARTZ TECHNICS LG (GOLDSTAR) B01 012 AMPRO QUASAR B75 145 TEKNIKA ANAM LLOYD 02B B33 034 &UDIO DYNAMICS B03 009 B62 063 THOMAS 3ROKSONIC B17 084...
  • Page 44 CARVER SAMSUNG CLARION DAEWOO SANSUI DENON 13B 143 SANYO FANTASIA SCOTT FINEARTS SHARP B51 052 FISHER MAGNAVOX 0B1 021 MARANTZ LG(GOLDSTAR) SHERWOOD BOB 158 MCINTOSH SONY HAITAI HARMAN/KARDON MEMOREX FAEKWANG B73 074 INKEL ONKYO OPTIMUS 189 207 PANASONIC TEAC PENNEY...
  • Page 45 Troubleshooting Checklist Tro u b I÷ s:h o oting C h ÷ e k ! s t Check whether the TV is turned on. No picture & . Is the power cord inserted into wall power outlet? _No+ou.d. Test the wall power outlet, plug another product's power cord into the outlet where the TV's power cord was plugged in= causing obstruction.
  • Page 46 Maintenance &Specification - 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. 1.
  • Page 47 Your LG Plasma TV wil! 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...
  • Page 48 THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES APPLY o damage caused in shipping or transit gence, improper maintenance or storage, or to acts • service required as a result of improper installation, of nature or other causes beyond our control. including incorrect or insufficient AC supply (please (Causes...

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