LG 50PX1D Owner's Manual
LG 50PX1D Owner's Manual

LG 50PX1D Owner's Manual

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PLASMATV
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50PX1D / 50PX1DH
50PX1D=UC / 50PXl DH-UC
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number of the TV in the
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uire service.

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  • Page 1 PLASMATV 50PX1D / 50PX1DH MODELS: 50PX1D=UC / 50PXl DH-UC carefully and completely before reference. number of the TV in the cover and relate this uire service.
  • Page 2: Warning/Caution

    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., Inc...
  • Page 3: Accessories

    Safety Instructions Safety ructions ..i IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 installation for use and supplied with the appara- tus.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions n S | r U C::|i O n S 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents C o n | e B: | S Warning/Caution ........ Manual Sound Control (Custom Option) ..Front Surround ......Safety Instructions ......TV Speakers On/Off Setup ....Introduction BBE ......... Controls ....... Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup ....Connection Options ...... Time Menu Options Remote Control Key Functions ...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction ntroduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latestdisplay 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: Controls

    Introduction - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Front Panel Controls POWER Button MENU Button CHANNEL (E, D ) Buttons Remote Control Sensor TV/VIDEO Button VOLUME (F ,G) Buttons Power Standby indicator -Without CableCARDTM: illuminates red in...
  • Page 8: Connection Options

    Introduction Back Connection Panel S-VIDEO input A connection available to provide bet- ter picture quality than the video input. VIDEO input Connects the video signal from a video device. AUDIO input Use to connect to hear stereo sound from an external device. RGB/AUDIO iNPUT Remote Control...
  • Page 9: Remote Control Key Functions

    Introduction - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. TV iNPUT -..\ . Rotates the input mode between Antenna and Cable. Video, Front Video, Component 1-2, RGB- ..... T V/VIDEO DTV (or RGB-PC) and HDMI/DVI input External input modes rotate in regular sources, screen returns to the last TV.
  • Page 10 Introduction POWER----_ Turns your TV or any other programmed VCR/DVD BUTTONS Control some video cassette recorders equipment on or off, depending on mode. or DVD players. ("RECORD" button is not available for DVD players.) GUI DE _.\ Shows program schedule. Moves the Listings Grid forward or back- ward in 24 hour increments.
  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    Installation ..nstallation 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. z' ........ 75_ Round Cable Owner's Manual Batteries Power Cord 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts D-sub 15 pin Cable Remote Control...
  • Page 12 Installation 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. [t is recommended that 50 PX 1D model only be used at an altitude of less than 3281 feet (lO00m) to get the best quality picture and sound.
  • Page 13: External Equipment Connections

    Installation 1. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on antenna Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connections For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments Connect to wall antenna socket) Wall Antenna Socket Bronze Wire VHFuH F AntennaAntenna...
  • Page 14: Installation

    Installation 3. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on cable and antenna Antenna Bronze Wire RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Cable TV Wall Turn clockwise to tighten. Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Bronze Wire To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly.
  • Page 15: External A!V Source Setup

    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 figu re. When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red).
  • Page 16: Cablecar Dtm Setup

    Installation HOW tO USe Insert the CableCARD received from the cable service provider to the CableCARD slot of TV back panel. If the pairing information about this TV and the CableCARD is auto- matically displayed on the screen, contact with the cable service provider by phone.
  • Page 17: Pc Setup

    Installation This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. - The TV perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly.
  • Page 18: Monitor Out Setup

    Installation Monitor Display Specifications (HDMI/DVl Mode) Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 31.469 48.363 60.00 59.94 37.861 640x480 72.80 1024x768 56.476 70.06 60.023 75.02 37.500 75.00 35.156 56.25 37.879 60.31 800x600 48.077 72.18 46.875 75.00 The TV has a special signal output capability which allows you to hook up a second TV or monitor.
  • Page 19: Hdmi

    Installation HDFrllII HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE - HDMI the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing." - This TV can receive the High-Definition Multimedia Interface(HDMI) or the Digital Visual Interface(DVl). - This TV supports HDCP(High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) Protocol for 720x480p, 1280x720p, and 1920x1080i resolu-...
  • Page 20 Installation Cable sample (not supplied with the product) HDMI Cable HDMI to DVl Cable (not supplied with the product) Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(RCA type) (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(Stereo to RCA type) (not supplied with the product)
  • Page 21 Installation HOW tO use 1. Connect the HDMI/DVl Source Devices(DVD Player or Set Top Box or PC) and the TV SET. 2. Turn on the display by pressing the POWER button on the TV SET and HDMI/DVl Source Devices remote control. 3.
  • Page 22: On-Screen Menus Language Selection

    Opera#on tn this manual, the OSD (On _reen Display} may be diff_ent f_em your _"s b_ause it is ju_ an example to heip you wJ_hthe _ oper_Jon. First, connect power cord correctly. At the moment the TV switches to standby mode. In stan#by mode to turn TV on, press the 0/i, TV!VtDEO _ CH (A /T} bu_on on the TV or press the POWER,...
  • Page 23: Operation

    Operation Automatically finds all channels ave lable through antenna oF cable inputs and stores them in memory on the channel list Run EZ Scan again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes A password is requ red to gain access to EZ Scan, menu if the lock System asturned on 1, Press the MENU bu_on ad then use A _T button to select the _JP menu...
  • Page 24: Channel Edit

    Operatter_ _iilhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhtl .- Create twe different types d channel iists in memo_: "Custem List and 'Favorite Lsf' from the default channel list created from the EZ Scan cbanne_ search_ - A Custom List can be created by toggling each char_nel on or off with ENTER button The channels in the Custom List are d spayed n b_ack color, and the...
  • Page 25: Channel Label Setup

    OpeFadon Choose preset labels for yuur channels If a channel label is p_'ovided on the signal from the breadcasting station, the _IV diap ays a short name for a channel even if you didn*t preset a _abel for the channel Press the MENU butten and then use A/T butten te se!ect the $_ menu...
  • Page 26: Video Menu Options Ez Picture

    Opera#on - £Z Picture adjusts the TV tot the best p cture appearance Seieet the presel value in the EZ Picture menu based on the program category - When adjusting 'Video menu options (cxsntrast, brightness cebr, sharpness, _nt and co,or temperature} manually, EZ Picture automa_icaiiy changes to Custo_.
  • Page 27: Audio Menu Options Audio Language

    Other ianguages may be avaiiabie it a digital signal is p_'ovided by the bl'oad casting slation, 1 Press the MENU button a_sd then use A/T busch to select the A_IO me_u 2 Press the _ butten and then use A/T button to selee_ Auto _g_÷, 3.
  • Page 28: Front Surround

    O_eration _(O:_ is a traderr ark of SRS Labs_ bc TruSurreund XT technology is noorponsIed under ieense frem SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" arid the doub_e-D symbol are _rademarks d Do,by Laboratories. 1 Press tLr_e MENU button and then use A iT button to select the AUDIO menu_ 2 Press the _ bu_or_ and then use A/V button to setec_ _ent...
  • Page 29: Bbe

    .. BBE High Ddin tion Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech inlell gib lity and music reaJism 1 Press the MENU bu_or and _her_use A/T huron ta select the _11_Io menu 2. Press th_ _ button and then use A _T button to scent _E. 3 Press the _ butten and then use A tT buttor_ _o select On or O_f 4, Press EXII'T button to return te TV viewing or press t_aEl'4Ubu_or_ to return too the previous rne_u...
  • Page 30: Time Menu Options Auto Clock Setup

    Opera t£_n ,- The t_me is set autema, ticaHy f:rnm a di9 tel channei signal The digital channel sgna_ includes nformation for the current time previded by the broadcasting station Set _he e/exsk manually, if the current tim÷ is set incerrect_y by the auto clock function 1 Press the MENU burton and then u_'_ A / T bu_on to select the TX:ME menu 2, Press the _ button and then u_ _, fT button to select Au_ _ock...
  • Page 31: Sleep Timer / Auto Off

    Operation The Sleep *r'imer turns the TV off at _e preset Brae. Nete that this _tting is c/ear_ wher_ the TV is tumid e_. You can a_so set up the Sleep Tt_er in the TIME men_z I Press the T|MER button _epeated!y te select the numbe_ d m nutes. Firs_ the _ eptien sppea_s on the screen, re, owed by #-_efellow ng s_eep truer options: I0, 20, 30, 60 90, 120 t80, and 240 minutes 2 When the number d minutes you want s displayed on the screen...
  • Page 32: Option Menu Features Aspect Ratio Control

    Lets you choose the _#Jy an anabg piature wth a 4:3 aspect rate is disp!ayed on your TV with a 16:9 ratio picture foFmat, When you race ve an anakyg wth a 4:3 aspect rate on your 16:9 TV, you need te specify how the picture s to be dis,_ picture p_ayed.
  • Page 33: Caption

    Operadon 1 Press the MENU bullun and then u_ AfT burden to select the OPTION menu 2. Press the _ bL_or_ and then use A _T b_tt_ te select Caption. 3+ Press the _ burn and _en use A / T bu_e_ to so+oct _ c+ _.
  • Page 34: Caption Option

    Operation Custom ze the DTViCADTV captions that ap:Fsar on your screen. !. Press the MENU button and ther_ use A / T button to select the O_ION menu. 2, Press the I_ button and tt_aa use A / T button to select _ 3.
  • Page 35: Low Power

    Operation} Low power reduces the plasma disp!ay power consumptioa, 1, Press the MENU bu_ton and then use A / T button to select the O_ION menu, 2, Press the _ bu_on and then use A zT butten to select _w _e_, 3.
  • Page 36 Operation 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 choosing the type of the program and the cat- egories.
  • Page 37: Lock Menu Options Parental Lock Setup

    Operation Set up blocking schemes _e b_ock specif c channels ratings and extema view ng sour@:_s A passwerd is requ red 1:ogain access to ths menu, 1, Presss#_e MENU button and then use A/T button to select the LOeH menLL Then, press the _ bu_on - The TV s set up wth the initial password '_0@-0-0,"...
  • Page 38: Cablecard

    Operation * in this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV's because it is just example to help the TV operation. In case of Scientific Atlanta CableCARD - The Cable sub menu displays when inserting the CableCARD to the TV.
  • Page 39: Cable Channel List

    1, if you erit>sr the _:_r_nel afte_ runnin_ the EZ Scan without Cab_eOARO _, you can see the cabte channe_ list as the piclure 3 abe_e. 2, hsert the Cab_eCARD_L Then_ the TV receive a new cable channel _ist which is usually one pa_: ci_annel it takes about 2,_3 mnutee to gather the cable channel _iet afte_...
  • Page 40: Epg (Electronic Program Guide)

    Operation R e mote t re I EPG (Electronic Program Guide) (in DTV mode) Ths system has an Etec_renic Program Gude (EPG) to help your navigat on through aJ_the possible wewing options. The EPG supplies informatien suoh as program listings, start and end times ff:}r al_ available services - This function ear_ be used oniy whe_ the EPG k-fformalion is breadcasted by breadcasting companies...
  • Page 41: Brief Info

    Brief Info. - Brief Ir_o shows the pPeeent screen nforrr ation Press lhe |tt4F@ button b show _he Brie_ Info on the screen JNFO button does ne_ work in Compone_t! Oomponen_ RGB, and HDM_iDVI modes, - Press lhe |NFO but|on or EXIT button t,o exit, Operation: •...
  • Page 42: Ez Mute

    Operation EZ Mute - Nothing to do with Caption on/Off using MUTE button, the mode selected Caption/Text is to be displayed. - When you repeatedly press the MUTE button, the sound mode is changed in turn. (Refer to the picture below) Mute •...
  • Page 43: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    Operation Screen Set:up for PC mode • When RGB conneet to PC inpu_ and s@ect the RGBoPC, this function iS used , When HDM_/DVi connect te PC input and sei÷ct HDMi/DVi npt£, this !unction is used , In RGB DTV mode SIZE and PHASE is not available, ,After oonne@ng RG_PC or HDMIIDV_ te PC inpu_ and cheek ng tile screen quality D spiny PC Adjust Menu using A_UST...
  • Page 44: Apm(Adaptive Picture Mode)

    Operation APM (Adaptive Picture Mode) A;llows a viewer te select _heir preferred p cture mode after cempairing the re,Jr d ffe_ent picture (D_ligh_ _or_al N_gh_ _÷ and cus_) settings 1, Press the APM bu_on at once, As shown below the sc:_een is divided te 4-spit, 2, Use the A _T __ /I_ bu_on _e navigate 4 EZ Pictures 3.
  • Page 45: External Control Device Setup

    External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an AN control system) and control the Monitor's functions externally. Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor back panel. RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the Monitor.
  • Page 46 ExtemaJ Cot}trol Dedce Setup Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. Rder to 'Rea_ Data Mapping' See page 47 1 Press the MENU bu_on and then u_ A T bu_on to select the _._P menu 2 P_ess the _ bu_o_ and then use A / T button to sel_s_ _' 3.
  • Page 47 External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command2:a) 05. Volume Mute (Command2:e) Q To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. Q To control volume mute on/off. You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on Transmission remote control. [[k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission Data O •...
  • Page 48 External Control Device Setup 09. Color (Command2:i) 13. Remote Control Lock Mode (Command2:m) G To adjust the screen color. G To lock the remote control and the front panel controls on You can also adjust color in the Video menu. the set.
  • Page 49 External Control Device Setup 17. Color Temperature (Command2:u) 21. Orbiter Pixel Setting (Command2:s) Q To adjust pixel number in orbiter function. Q To adjust color temperature. You can also adjust color temperature in the Video Transmission menu. i[j][s][ ][Set ID][ ][Uata][Cr] Transmission Data Min: 1 -Max:3 [[k][u][...
  • Page 50 Extemal Control Device Setup * All data are transmitted by Hexadecimal code 25. Input select(Command: x b) (Main Picture Input) *Two/One part Channel: 6th bit G To select input source for TV. This bit is used in a cable-ready system. Transmission *Using physical channel: 5th bit If the channel band is NTSC air or NTSC cable, channel tun-...
  • Page 51 IR Codes Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency __[--[__[--]__ roAR= 1_c= fo so/12 Duty ratio = T1/Tc = 1/3 Configuration of frame e 1st frame Lead High...
  • Page 52: Ircodes

    IRCodes Function Code (Hexa) Note TV/VIDEO R/C Button TV iNPUT R/C Button POWER R/C Button (Power On/Off) POWER ON Discrete IR Code (Only Power On) POWER OFF Discrete IR Code (Only Power Off) RATIO R/C Button TIMER R/C Button 10 - 19 R/C Button Number Key O- 9 Button...
  • Page 53: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote Pr 0 g ra m m i n g t h e The remote is a multi-brand or a universal remote. It can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. 1.
  • Page 54: Programming Codes

    Prog ram m ing Codes Brand Codes Brand Codes Brand Codes Brand Codes AIWA KENWOOD PORTLAND TATUNG AKAI PULSAR TEAC QUARTZ TECHNICS LG (GOLDSTAR) AMPRO QUASAR TEKNIKA ANAM LLOYD AUDIO DYNAMICS THOMAS BROKSONIC CANON MAGIN TOSHIBA CAPEHART MAGNAVOX REALISTIC CRAIG TOTEVISION CURTIS...
  • Page 55 Programming Codes i Brand Codes Brand Codes Brand Codes Brand Codes IALPHASTAR DSR PACESKY SATELLITE _,MPLICA GENERALINSTRUMENT003 PANASONIC 31RDVIEW PAN SAT TOSHIBA 3HANNELMASTER HITACHI PERSONAL CABLE UNIDEN HOUSTON TRACKER PHILIPS 2,HAPARRA L PICO 2,1TOH HUGHES PRESIDENT ICURTIS MATHES JANIEL PRIMESTAR VIEWSTAR _RAKE JERROLD...
  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Troubleshooting Checklist Checkii st . Check whether the TV is turned on. No picture&, is the power cord inserted into wall power outlet? Test the wall power outlet, plug another product's power cord into the outlet where the TV's power cord was plugged in. P!_.U_ "...
  • Page 57: Maintenance

    Maintenance M a i n | e n a n ce - 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 58: Product Specifications

    Specification " ca|ions 55 / 1400 Width (inches / ram) 32.3 / 821 Height (inches / ram) 12.4 / 315 Depth (inches / ram) 114.8 / 52.05 Weight (pounds / kg) Resolution 1366 x 768 (Dot) AC100-240V - 50/60Hz Power requirement NTSC-M, ATSC, 64 &...
  • Page 59: Warranty

    Your LG Plasma TV will be repaired or replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty, at LGE s qpticn, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ( Warranty...
  • Page 60 If a replac_t unit is received, please use the carton and packaging frcm that unit in returning the defective unit to the LG°Brand Service Center. Parts and service in accordance with the LGE warranty are LGE s reslmlnsJ_ility and will be provided without charge.

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