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OWNER'S MANUAL
LED TV*
* LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights.
Please read this manual carefully before operating the your TV and
retain it for future reference.
29MA73D
29LN450W
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL LED TV* * LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating the your TV and retain it for future reference. 29MA73D 29LN450W www.lg.com...
  • Page 2 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSES REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE INSTALLING SCREEN SPLIT ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Unpacking Accessing the Main Menus Parts and buttons - TV, Component, AV Lifting and moving the TV - DVI, HDMI1, HDMI2/MHL, DisplayPort Setting up the TV - Attaching the Stand USING THE USER GUIDE...
  • Page 4 LICENSES LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information of the licenses, visit www.lg.com. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

  • Page 5: Installation Procedure

    INSTALLATION PROCEDURE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. Attach the stand to the TV. Connect an external device to the TV. NOTE Image shown may differ from your TV. Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. The available menus and options may differ from the input source or product model that you are using.

  • Page 6: Assembling And Preparing

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and accessories.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 29MA73D 29LN450W Remote Control CD (Owner's Manual) Stand Body Batteries (AAA) Cards (See p.10, See p.14) (See p.34, See p.35) Stand Base Screw 2 ea Stand Screw cover (See p.10, See p.14) (See p.10, See p.14) (See p.10, See p.14)

  • Page 8: Parts And Buttons

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons 29MA73D 29LN450W Remote Control Sensor Standby Light Lighting On : When Power is turned off Lighting Off : When Power is turned on Touch Buttons NOTE All of the buttons are touch sensitive and can be operated through simple touch with your finger.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Connection panel (See p.22)

  • Page 10: Lifting And Moving The Tv

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When holding the TV, the screen should face away from you to prevent the screen from scratches. When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for save transportation regardless of its type and size.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Tv

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the TV Attaching the Stand Fix two screws into the back of the stand base and close the screw cover. Place the screen face down. CAUTION To protect the screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth. Check the orientation (front and rear) of the stand base and mount the Stand Body to the stand hinge as shown in the figure.
  • Page 12 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CAUTION Do not carry the monitor upside-down as this may cause it to fall off its stand, resulting in damage or injury. The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look different from the actual product. Do not carry the monitor upside-down by holding the stand body as this may cause it to fall off, resulting in damage or injury.

  • Page 13: Mounting On A Table

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table CAUTION Disconnect the power cord first, and then move Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a or install the TV. Otherwise electric shock may table. occur. Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation.
  • Page 14 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using the Kensington security system WARNING When you adjust the angle, do not hold The Kensington security system connector is the buttom of the TV frame as shown on located at the back of the TV. For more information the following illustration, as may injure your of installation and using, refer to the manual fingers.

  • Page 15: Detaching The Stand

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Detaching the Stand Open the screw cover on the back of the stand body and use a screw driver to remove the two screws. Place the screen face down. CAUTION To protect the screen from scratches, cover the surface with a soft cloth.

  • Page 16: Mounting On A Wall

    If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it. VESA compatible only with respect to screw mounting interface dimensions and mounting...
  • Page 17 If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. Do not over tighten the screws as this may cause damage to the TV and void your warranty.

  • Page 18: Watching Tv

    WATCHING TV WATCHING TV Turning the TV on for the first time When you access the TV for the first time, the initial setting screen appears. Select a language and customize the basic settings. Connect the power cord to a power outlet. Press on the TV or power button on the remote control to turn the TV on.
  • Page 19 WATCHING TV NOTE For those countries without confirmed DTV broadcasting standards, some DTV features might not work, depending on the DTV broadcasting environment. Home Use mode. To display images in the best quality for your home environment, select Store Demo mode is suitable for the retail environment. Store Demo mode, the previously customized settings will switch to the default If you select...

  • Page 20: Tv Display (5:9 Osd)

    WATCHING TV TV display (5:9 OSD) Program Guide Press the INFO button on the remote control while you are watching TV. - On the right-hand side (5:9 OSD) of the TV screen, the details of channel you are currently watching and the channel organization information are displayed. - For analogue TV, the message "No program information available"...

  • Page 21: Pip Function

    WATCHING TV PIP function Press the PIP button on the remote control while you are watching DVI, HDMI1,2, DisplayPort PIP Preview OK : While watching PIP, press the PIP Settings button on the remote control to display the Sub Menu. PIP Preview ①...
  • Page 22 WATCHING TV Description ① Displays the configured OSD icon and its name. Selects an option for PIP Sub. (See the PIP Map below.) ② PIP Map PIP Sub HDMI1 HDMI2/ DisplayPort current Input input HDMI1 HDMI2/ DisplayPort Sets the position of the PIP Sub window. (top left, top right, bottom left or bottom right Position corner) *This function is disabled when size is set to [Balanced].

  • Page 23: Making Connections

    MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS 29MA73D 29LN450W Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device. For more information about an external device’s connection, refer to the manual supplied with each device. Available external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, camcorders or cameras, gaming devices, and other external devices.

  • Page 24: Connecting To A Hd Receiver, Dvd Player, Vcr Or Gaming Device

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD Player, VCR or Gaming device Connect a HD receiver, DVD Player, VCRor Gaming device to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device. Transmits the digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV.

  • Page 25: Dvi-D Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS DVI-D connection Transmits the digital video signal from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with an DVI-D dual cable as shown in the following illustration. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable.

  • Page 26: Component Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Component connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the component cable as shown on the following illustration. To display images by using progressive scan, make sure to use a component cable. NOTE If cables are installed incorrectly, it could case the image to display in black and white or with distorted color.

  • Page 27: Composite Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown on the following illustration. NOTE Check to ensure each cable is matched with the corresponding color connection. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select AV.

  • Page 28: Headphone Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Headphone connection Transmits the headphone signal from the TV to an external device. Connect the TV with the headphone as shown on the following illustration. NOTE AUDIO menu items are disabled when connecting a headphone. Headphone impedance: 16 Max audio output of headphone: 2.5 mW to 5.5 mW Headphone jack size: 0.35 cm (Not Provided)

  • Page 29: Connecting A Usb Device

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting a USB Device Connect a USB storage device such as s USB flash memory, external hard drive, MP3 player or a USB memory card reader to the TV and access the MY MEDIA to use various multimedia files. NOTE It may not work when USB 3.0 devices are connected.

  • Page 30: Smartphone (Mhl) Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Smartphone (MHL) connection Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) is an interface that allows you to play video and audio from your smartphone on the monitor by connecting the monitor to your smartphone. Connect the smartphone to the HDMI2/MHL port of the monitor using the supplied MHL signal cable and switch the input by pressing the input button on the monitor.

  • Page 31: Connecting To A Pc

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC Your TV supports the Plug & Play* feature. * Plug & Play: The function when a PC recognizes a connected device and requires no driver to be installed. NOTE It is recommended to use an TV with the HDMI connection for the best image quality. If you do not use an optional external speaker, connect the PC to the TV with the optional audio cable.

  • Page 32: Hdmi Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS HDMI connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with an HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations. NOTE Use a High Speed HDMI™ cable. Please check your PC settings if you cannot hear any sound in HDMI mode.

  • Page 33: Dvi-D Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS DVI-D connection Transmits the digital video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and an TV with an DVI-D dual cable as shown the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable. HDMI AUDIO IN(PC) 0.5 A...

  • Page 34: Display Port Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Display Port connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the TV. Connect your PC to the TV using the display port cable as illustrated below. NOTE Sound may not hear depending on the DP version of your PC. Dolby Digital and DTS are not supported.

  • Page 35: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
  • Page 36 REMOTE CONTROL SETTINGS Accesses the main menu. PIP SETTINGS PICTURE PIP Displays the Menu screen Changes the image mode. for the PIP mode. SOUND Changes the sound mode. INFO ⓘ Displays the program event Navigation buttons according to time scheduler. Scrolls through menus or options.

  • Page 37: Installing Screen Split

    INSTALLING SCREEN SPLIT INSTALLING SCREEN SPLIT Insert the the owner's manual CD included in the product package into your PC's CD driver and install the screen split. Check "I accept the terms of the agreement" on the License Agreement screen and then click the [Next] button.

  • Page 38: Customizing Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Accessing the Main Menus The menus displayed on the TV screen may vary depending on the selected input mode. TV, Component, AV SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK.
  • Page 39 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE PICTURE To adjust Aspect Ratio SETTINGS> PICTURE> Description Aspect Ratio 16:9 Resizes the image ratio to fit 16:9 screen. 21:9 Resizes the image ratio to fit 21:9 screen. Just Scan Displays the input signal without any reformatting. Select Just Scan at the input of DTV/Component.
  • Page 40 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS To set Expert Control SETTINGS> PICTURE> Picture Mode> Advanced Description Control For each picture mode, screen can be calibrated; or for a special screen, picture settings can be adjusted. Select the desired Picture Mode. Depending on input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.
  • Page 41 To use Virtual Surround feature SETTINGS> AUDIO> Description Virtual Surround LG’s proprietary audio processing technology allows 5.1ch-like surround sound from two speakers. When Clear Voice II is set to On, Virtual Surround cannot be selected. To adjust Clear Voice ll function SETTINGS> AUDIO>...
  • Page 42 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS To use Sound Optimizer function SETTINGS> AUDIO> Description Sound Optimizer Allows optimized sound for individual TV installation. Normal General sound mode. Wall Mount Type Optimizes sound for a wall-mounted TV. Stand Type Optimizes sound for a stand-mounted TV. LOCK LOCK To set the password...
  • Page 43 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS To use Key Lock SETTINGS> LOCK> Description Key Lock Locks control buttons on the TV. Key Lock function remains intact even in case of power outage or when the power cord is removed from the wall socket. Key Lock function can only be set by remote control, and not by the button on the TV. Even with Key Lock ON, TV’s buttons can turn on the power.

  • Page 44: Dvi, Hdmi1, Hdmi2/Mhl, Displayport

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS DVI, HDMI1, HDMI2/MHL, DisplayPort SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 45 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Ratio Settings SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 46 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Func. Settings SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 47 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PIP settings SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 48 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 49 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Color SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 50 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Settings Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.

  • Page 51: Using The User Guide

    USING THE USER GUIDE USING THE USER GUIDE Image shown may differ from your TV. NOTE This function is available only in TV, AV or User Guide Component input mode. To set time options To set language CHANNEL Setting To set caption Accessing the On-Screen PICTURE, SOUND Setting To set other options...

  • Page 52: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your TV Clean your TV regularly to keep the best performance and to extend the product's lifespan. CAUTION Make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. When the TV is left unattended and unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.

  • Page 53: Preventing "Image Burn" Or "Burn-In" On Your Tv Screen

    MAINTENANCE Preventing “Image burn” or “Burn-in” on your TV screen If a fixed image displays on the TV screen for a long period of time, it will be imprinted and become a permanent disfigurement on the screen. This is “image burn” or “burn-in” and not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE SHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. Is the monitor's power cord plugged y Check if the power cord is correctly plugged in to the power outlet. Is the power indicator on? y Check the power cable connection and press the power button. y Check that the connected input is enabled (Menu - Input). Is the power indicator displaying red? y If the monitor is in power-saving mode, move the mouse or press any Is the power indicator blinking? key on the keyboard to switch the display on. y Check if the computer is turned on. Is the "OUT OF RANGE" message y This occurs when signals transferred from the PC (video card) are out displayed? of the horizontal or vertical frequency range of the monitor. Please see the "Product Specification" section of this manual to set the appropriate frequency. y This is displayed when the signal cable between the PC and the Is the "CHECK SIGNAL CONNECTION" message is monitor is missing or disconnected. Check the cable and reconnect. displayed? The "OSD LOCKED" message is displayed. y The OSD is locked. Go to Menu > Settings and set "OSD Lock" to Are some functions unavailable when pressing the Menu button?

  • Page 55: Specifications

    3.2 A Power Consumption On Mode : 52 W (typ.) Off Mode 0.5 W AC/DC Adapter Manufacturer : LG Innotek, Model : PSAB-L206A Manufacturer : APD, Model : DA-65F19 Tilt Tilt Range -5 to 20° Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height)
  • Page 56 SPECIFICATIONS Component supported mode DVI-D / HDMI / DisplayPort(PC) supported mode Horizontal Vertical Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) Resolution Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) 720 x 480 15.730 59.940 720 x 400 31.468 70.080 720 x 480 15.750 60.000 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 720 x 576 15.625...
  • Page 57 The model and serial number of the TV is LG Electronics will also provide open source located on the back and one side of the code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering TV.
  • Page 58 P/NO : 3840TRL098E (0801-REV00)

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