LG LA643x Owner's Manual

LG LA643x Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
LED TV
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*LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it
for future reference.
LA643*
LA61**
LN54**
LN53**
www.lg.com
P/NO : MFL67688511(1309-REV03)
Printed in Korea

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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 your set and retain it for future reference. LA643* LA61** LN54** LN53** www.lg.com P/NO : MFL67688511(1309-REV03) Printed in Korea...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE LICENSES Cleaning your TV - Screen, frame, cabinet and stand OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE - Power cord SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING - Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models) EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE SETUP ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING SPECIFICATIONS Unpacking...
  • Page 3: Licenses

    In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product. WARNING y Do not place the TV and/or remote control in the following environments: - A location exposed to direct sunlight - An area with high humidity such as a bathroom - Near any heat source such as stoves and other devices that produce heat - Near kitchen counters or humidifiers where they can easily be exposed to steam or oil...
  • Page 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y Do not plug too many electrical devices into a single multiple electrical outlet. Otherwise, this may result in fire due to over-heating. y Do not drop the product or let it fall over when connecting external devices. Otherwise, this may result in injury or damage to the product.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product at your own discretion. Fire or electric shock accident can occur. Contact the service centre for check, calibration or repair. y If any of the following occur, unplug the product immediately and contact your local service centre.
  • Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION y Install the product where no radio wave occurs. y There should be enough distance between an outside antenna and power lines to keep the former from touching the latter even when the antenna falls. This may cause an electric shock. y Do not install the product on places such as unstable shelves or inclined surfaces.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y Do not turn the product On/Off by plugging-in or unplugging the power plug to the wall outlet. (Do not use the power plug for switch.) It may cause mechanical failure or could give an electric shock. y Please follow the installation instructions below to prevent the product from overheating.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y When moving or unpacking the product, work in pairs because the product is heavy. Otherwise, this may result in injury. y Contact the service centre once a year to clean the internal parts of the product. Accumulated dust can cause mechanical failure. y Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
  • Page 10: Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D Models)

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models) WARNING Viewing Environment y Viewing Time - When watching 3D contents, take 5 - 15 minute breaks every hour. Viewing 3D contents for a long period of time may cause headache, dizziness, fatigue or eye strain. Those that have a photosensitive seizure or chronic illness y Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing light or particular pattern from 3D contents.
  • Page 11 Cautions when using the 3D glasses y Make sure to use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, you may not be able to view 3D videos properly. y Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal glasses, sunglasses or protective goggles.
  • Page 12: Installation Procedure

    INSTALLATION PROCEDURE / ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING NOTE y Image shown may differ from your TV. y Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. y The available menus and options may differ from the input source or product model that you are using.
  • Page 13 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Remote control, batteries (AAA) (See p. 29, 30) Owner’s manual Cable holder (Depending on model) Power Cord (See p. 22) Cinema 3D Glasses The number of 3D glasses may differ Stand Screws depending on the model 8EA, M4 x 14 or country.
  • Page 14: Separate Purchase

    Separate purchase items can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification. Contact your dealer to buy these items. These devices only work with certain models. AG-F*** AG-F***DP LG Audio Device Cinema 3D glasses Dual play glasses Compatibility LA643*/LA61**...
  • Page 15: Parts And Buttons

    Accesses the main menu, or saves your input and exits the menus. INPUT Changes the input source. Turns the power on or off. NOTE SETTINGS y You can set the LG Logo Light or Power Indicator Light to on or off by selecting OPTION in the main INPUT menus.
  • Page 16: Lifting And Moving The Tv

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV y When transporting a large TV, there should be at least 2 people. y When transporting the TV by hand, hold the TV Please note the following advice to prevent the as shown in the following illustration. TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size.
  • Page 17: Setting Up The Tv

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the TV Image shown may differ from your TV. Attaching the stand LA643*/LA61** 4 EA (Only LA643*) M4 x 14 Top View Stand Body M4 x 14 Front Stand Base (Only LA643*) (Only LA61**) M4 x 14 (Only LA61**)
  • Page 18 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LN54/53** CAUTION y When attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches. y Make sure that the screws are inserted P5 x 25 correctly and fastened securely.
  • Page 19: Mounting On A Table

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Adjusting the angle of the TV to suit view (Only LA643*/LA61**) Swivel 15 degrees to the left or right and adjust the 1 Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table.
  • Page 20 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Securing the TV to a table Securing the TV to a wall Fix the TV to a table to prevent from tilting forward, (This feature is not available for all models.) damage, and potential injury. To secure the TV to a table, insert and tighten the supplied screw on the rear of the stand.
  • Page 21: Mounting On A Wall

    TV wall mount holes 47/50LN54** to move your TV in vertical angle. Please VESA (A x B) 400 x 400 make sure not to use the spacers for LG Standard wall mounting bracket. (Only LA643*) screw Number of...
  • Page 22: Tidying Cables

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Tidying cables (Only LA643*/LA61**) 1 Use Cable Holder to neatly secure and position cables together. 2 Fix the Cable Management firmly to the TV. Cable Holder Cable Management (Only LN54/53**) 1 Use Cable Holder to neatly secure and position cables together.
  • Page 23: Making Connections

    MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING Antenna Connection CONNECTIONS This section on MAKING CONNECTIONS mainly uses diagrams for the 47LN5400 models. Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external Wall Antenna ANTENNA/ CABLE IN device. For more information of external device’s Socket connection, refer to the manual provided with each device.
  • Page 24: Satellite Dish Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Satellite dish Connection HDMI Connection (Only satellite models) 13/18V 700mA Max Satellite Dish Satellite IN DVD / Blu-Ray / HD Cable Box / HD STB / PC (*Not Provided) Connect the TV to a satellite dish to a satellite socket with a satellite RF cable (75 Ω).
  • Page 25: Mhl Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS MHL Connection Component Connection (MHL) (*Not Provided) MHL passive cable (*Not Provided) VIDEO AUDIO Mobile phone DVD/ Blu-Ray / HD Cable Box Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) is an interface Transmits analog video and audio signals from an for transmitting digital audiovisual signals from external device to the TV.
  • Page 26: Composite Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Headphone Connection Composite Connection (Only LA643*/LA61**) (*Not Provided) (*Not Provided) Transmits the headphone signal from the TV to an external device. Connect the external device and the TV with the headphone as shown. NOTE VIDEO AUDIO MONO y AUDIO menu items are disabled when connecting a headphone.
  • Page 27: Audio Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Audio Connection USB Connection OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (*Not Provided) (*Not Provided) Connect a USB storage device such as a USB flash memory, external hard drive, or a USB memory card reader to the TV and access the My media menu to use various multimedia files.
  • Page 28: Ci Module Connection

    MAKING CONNECTIONS CI module Connection Euro Scart Connection (*Not Provided) (*Not Provided) AUDIO / VIDEO Transmits the video and audio signals from an external device to the TV set. Connect the external device and the TV set with the euro scart cable as View the encrypted (pay) services in digital TV shown.
  • Page 29: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on 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 the ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
  • Page 30 REMOTE CONTROL (Only LN54/53**) (POWER) Turns the TV on or off. TV/RAD Selects Radio, TV and DTV programme. SUBTITLE Recalls your preferred subtitle in digital mode. RATIO INPUT AV MODE Selects an AV mode. SUBTITLE AV MODE RATIO Resizes an image. INPUT Changes the input source.
  • Page 31: Entertainment

    ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT (Depending on model) Image shown may differ from your TV. Wired network connection Internet connection Wired router Network setting 1 Press the SETTINGS button to access the 4 The device automatically tries to connect to the main menu. network.
  • Page 32: Using The User Guide

    USING THE USER GUIDE USING THE USER GUIDE User Guide allows you to more easily access the detailed TV information. User Guide 1 Press SETTINGS to access the main menus. OPTION > To set language 2 Press the RED button to access the Customer SETTING ...
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning your TV Clean your TV regularly to keep the best performance and to extend the product lifespan. CAUTION y Make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. y 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 34: Troubleshooting

    Turn the TV off/on using the remote control. to the PC (HDMI), y Reconnect the HDMI cable. ‘No signal’ or ‘Invalid y Restart the PC with the TV on. Format’ is displayed. EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP To obtain the external control device setup information, please visit www.lg.com...
  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. 32LA643* 42LA643* 47LA643* MODELS 32LA643V-ZB 42LA643V-ZB 47LA643V-ZB With stand (mm) 743 x 518 x 241 973 x 652 x 294 1086 x 711 x 327 Dimensions (W x H x D) Without stand(mm)
  • Page 36: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 32LN54** 37LN54** 39LN54** 32LN5400-ZA 37LN5400-ZA 39LN5400-ZA 32LN5403-ZA 37LN5403-ZA 39LN5403-ZA 32LN5404-ZA 37LN5404-ZA 39LN5404-ZA 32LN5405-ZA 37LN5405-ZA 39LN5405-ZA 32LN5406-ZA 37LN5406-ZA 39LN5406-ZA 32LN540B-ZA 37LN540B-ZA 39LN540B-ZA 32LN540R-ZA 37LN540R-ZA 39LN540R-ZA MODELS 32LN540S-ZA 37LN540S-ZA 39LN540S-ZA 32LN540U-ZA 37LN540U-ZA 39LN540U-ZA 32LN540U-ZB 37LN540U-ZB 39LN540U-ZB 32LN541U-ZB 37LN541U-ZB 39LN541U-ZB 32LN540V-ZA 37LN540V-ZA 39LN540V-ZA 32LN541V-ZC 37LN541V-ZC...
  • Page 37 SPECIFICATIONS 32LN53** 32LN536B-ZA 32LN536B-ZB MODELS 32LN536B-ZG 32LN536U-ZA 32LN536U-ZB 32LN536U-ZG With stand (mm) 738 x 497 x 207 Dimensions (W x H x D) Without stand(mm) 738 x 449 x 79.0 With stand (kg) Weight Without stand (kg) Power consumption 80 W Power requirement AC 100-240 V~ 50 / 60 Hz CI Module Size (W x H x D)
  • Page 38 SPECIFICATIONS HDMI-DTV supported mode HDMI-PC supported mode Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency Frequency Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (kHz) (Hz) 31.469 59.94 640x350 31.468 70.09 720x480 31.5 720x400 31.469 70.08 720x576 31.25 640x480 31.469 59.94 37.5 800x600 37.879 60.31 1280x720 44.96 59.94...
  • Page 39 SPECIFICATIONS 3D supported mode (Only 3D models) y Video, which is input as below media contents is switched into the 3D screen automatically. y The method for 3D digital broadcast may differ depending on the signal environment. If video is not switched automatically into 3D, manually convert the settings to view 3D images.
  • Page 40 Please contact LG First. If you have any inquiries or comments, please contact LG customer information centre. Customer Information Centre Country Country Service Service 0 810 144 131 0900 543 5454 015 200 255 800 187 40 0032 15 200255...
  • Page 41: User Guide

    User Guide This is a 「User Guide」 installed on the TV. The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notice for quality improvement.
  • Page 42 To❐view❐programme❐information ❐ ❐ Press❐INFO❐button. Displays❐information❐on❐current❐programme❐and/or❐current❐time,❐etc.❐...
  • Page 43 To set favourite programmes ❐ SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ Programme Edit 1 Select the channel you want. 2 Press the button to select Favourite Group and then OK. ✎ You can check your favourite channels by pressing the LIST button on the remote control.
  • Page 44 Press GUIDE button. [In Digital mode only] Obtains information about programmes and airtime. Checks the broadcasting time of the desired programme and schedule viewing.
  • Page 45 Automatically Setting Up Programme ❐ SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ Auto Tuning Automatically tunes the programmes. 1 Select Country where the TV is used. Programme settings change depending on the country you choose. 2 Initiate Auto Tuning. 3 Select Input Source of your choice. 4 Set Auto Tuning following screen instructions.
  • Page 46 ❓ Cable DTV Setting option When searching for programmes using FULL setting it can take a long time. The following values are needed in order to search all available programmes quickly and correctly. The commonly used values are provided as “default”. •...
  • Page 47 Cable DTV Setting ❐ SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ Cable DTV Setting [In Cable mode only] When Channel Auto Update is On, you can update information for all the programmes that can be updated, including the programme currently being watched. When Channel Auto Update is Off, you can only update information for the programme currently being watched.
  • Page 48 To use Manual Tuning ❐ SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ Manual Tuning Adjusts programmes manually and saves the results. For digital broadcasting, signal strength and signal quality can be checked. For analogue broadcasting, you can set up station names and use fine tuning. Normally fine tuning is only necessary if reception is poor.
  • Page 49 To edit programmes ❐ SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ Programme Edit Edits the saved programmes. Set as favourite programme, block/unblock programme, skip programme etc. of the selected programme.
  • Page 50 SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ Programme Mode [Depending on model] This function allows you to watch a tuned program in Antenna, Cable, Satellite, or CAM Mode. ✎ You can only watch programs in the selected mode. ✎ The CAM menu is only available when the CAM Mode is enabled. The menu name may vary depending on the CAM type.
  • Page 51 Press TEXT button. [depending on the country] Teletext is a free service provided by the TV station that offers text-based information about TV programmes, news and weather. The teletext decoder of this TV can support the SIMPLE, TOP and FASTEXT systems.
  • Page 52: Special Teletext Function

    Special Teletext Function ❐ Press T. OPT button. Select the Text Option menu. • ꔻ Index : Select each index page. • ꔾ Time : When viewing a TV programme, select this menu to display the time at the top right hand corner of the screen. •...
  • Page 53 • ꔽ Reveal : Select this menu to display concealed information, such as solutions to riddles or puzzles. • ꔼ Update : Displays the TV picture on the screen while waiting for a new teletext page. • Language [In Digital Mode Only] : Sets Teletext language.
  • Page 54 Press the TEXT button. [In UK/Ireland only] The TV gives you access to digital teletext which gives much better text,graphics etc. than older analogue teletext. This digital teletext can access special digital teletext services and specific services which broadcast digital teletext.
  • Page 55 ❓ Teletext within digital service 1 Press the numeric or ꔵ button to select a certain service which broadcasts digital teletext. 2 Follow the indications on digital teletext and move onto the next step by pressing TEXT, OK, Navigation, Red, Green, Yellow, Blue or NUMBER buttons etc..
  • Page 56 ❓ Teletext in digital service 1 Press the numeric or ꔵ button to select a certain service which broadcasts digital teletext. 2 Press the TEXT or colour button to switch on teletext. 3 Follow the indications on digital teletext and move onto the next step by pressing OK, Navigation, Red, Green, Yellow, Blue or NUMBER buttons etc..
  • Page 57 SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Data Service [Depending on country] This function allows users to choose between MHEG (Digital Teletext) and Teletext if both exist at the same time. If only one of them exists, either MHEG or Teletext is enabled regardless of which option you selected.
  • Page 58 SETTINGS ➾ SETUP ➙ CI Information • This function enables you to watch some encrypted services (pay services). • If you remove the CI Module, you cannot watch pay services. • CI (Common Interface) functions may not be possible depending upon the country broadcasting circumstances.
  • Page 59 • When the TV is turned on after inserting a CI Module, you may not have any sound output. The Smart Card may not be compatible with the CI module. • When using a CAM(Conditional Access Module), please make sure it meets fully the requirements of either DVB-CI or CI plus.
  • Page 60 SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Aspect Ratio Selects the screen aspect ratio. • 16:9: Resizes images to fit the screen width. • Just Scan: Displays video images in the original size without removing parts of the edge of the image. ✎ In DTV, Component, HDMI, and DVI (over 720p) mode, Just Scan available.
  • Page 61 • Full Wide: When TV receives the wide screen signal, it will let you adjust the picture horizontally or vertically, in a linear proportion,to fill the entire screen fully. 4:3 and 14:9 video is supported in full screen without any video distortion through DTV input.
  • Page 62 • Cinema Zoom: Choose Cinema Zoom when you want to enlarge the picture in correct proportion. ✎ While viewing an external device, these cases may result in image burn: - a video with stationary caption (such as network name) - 4 : 3 aspect ratio mode for an extended period Take caution when using these functions.
  • Page 63 [Depending on model] Press the AV MODE button. Sets the best PICTURE / AUDIO optimized for different AV modes. • Off: Operates with the value set in the PICTURE / AUDIO Menu. • Cinema: Optimizes picture and audio settings for movies. •...
  • Page 64 To adjust picture with Picture Wizard ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Wizard Ⅱ Calibrates and adjusts for optimum picture quality using the remote control and the Picture Wizard without expensive pattern devices or help from a specialist. Follow the instructions on screen to obtain optimum picture quality.
  • Page 65 To select Picture Mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode Selects the picture mode optimized for the viewing environment or the programme. • Eco: The Energy Saver feature changes settings on the TV to reduce power consumption. • ꕋ Expert: Menu for adjusting picture quality that allows experts and amateurs to enjoy the best TV viewing.
  • Page 66 ✎ Depending on input signal, available range of picture modes may differ. ✎ ꕋ Expert mode is for picture tuning professionals to control and fine-tune using a specific image. For normal images, the effects may not be dramatic...
  • Page 67 To fine-tune picture mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Colour / Tint / Colour Temp. First select a Picture Mode of your choice. • Backlight: Adjusts the display brightness by varying the brightness of the LCD panel.
  • Page 68 To set advanced control ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Advanced Control / Expert Control Calibrates the screen for each picture mode; or adjusts picture settings for a special screen. First select a Picture Mode of your choice. •...
  • Page 69 • Skin Colour: Sets Skin colour spectrum separately to implement the skin colour as defined by the user. • Sky Colour : Sky colour is set separately. • Grass Colour : Natural colour spectrum (meadows, hills, etc.) can be separately set. •...
  • Page 70 • Colour Gamut: Selects the range of colours that can be expressed. • Edge Enhancer: Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video. • Expert Pattern: Patterns used for expert adjustment • Colour Filter: Filters a specific colour spectrum in RGB colours to fine-tune colour saturation and hue accurately.
  • Page 71 • Colour Temperature: Adjusts the overall tone of the screen as desired. In Expert mode, detailed fine-tuning can be set via Gamma method, etc. • Colour Management System: This is a system that experts use when they adjust colour with a test pattern. They can select from six colour areas (Red / Green / Blue / Cyan / Magenta / Yellow) without affecting other colours.
  • Page 72 To set additional picture options ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Picture Option Adjusts detailed setting for images. • Noise Reduction : Eliminates noise in the picture. • MPEG Noise Reduction : Eliminates noise generated while creating digital picture signals.
  • Page 73 • Real Cinema : Helps keep the screen in optimal condition. • Motion Eye Care : [Depending on model] Saves power consumption by adjusting the brightness corresponding to the movement of the image on the screen. ✎ Depending on input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.
  • Page 74 To reset picture settings ❐ SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Picture Mode ➙ Picture Reset Resets picture settings that the user customizes. Each picture mode is reset. Select the picture mode you wish to reset.
  • Page 75 SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ Energy Saving Reduces power consumption by adjusting screen brightness. • : Turns off Energy Saving mode. • Minimum / Medium / Maximum : Applies the pre-set Energy Saving mode. • Screen Off : Screen is turned off and only sound is played. Press any button on the remote control to turn the screen back on.
  • Page 76 [Depending on model] SETTINGS ➾ PICTURE ➙ LED Local Dimming Brightens bright areas and darkens dark areas of the image for maximum contrast and minimum blur while reducing power consumption.
  • Page 77 To use Sound Mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Mode Adjusts TV audio to an optimal level according to a selected sound mode. • Standard : Suitable for all types of video. • Music / Cinema / Sport / Game : Sets audio optimized for a specific genre.
  • Page 78 To use TV speaker ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Out ➙ TV Speaker Sound is output through the TV speaker.
  • Page 79 To use External Speaker ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Out ➙ External Speaker (Optical) [Only available for models with an optical port] Sound is output through the speaker connected to the optical port. ✎ SimpLink is supported.
  • Page 80 ❓ To use Digital Sound Out SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Out ➙ External Speaker (Optical) ➙ Digital Sound Out [Depending on model] Sets up Digital Sound Out. Item Audio Input Digital Audio output MPEG Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Auto Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital HE-AAC...
  • Page 81 Sound Out ➙ LG Sound Sync (Optical) [Only available for models with an optical port] Connect LG audio device with the logo to the optical digital audio output port. LG audio device allows you to enjoy rich powerful sound easily.
  • Page 82 To use Headphone ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Out ➙ Headphone [Only available for models with an earphone/headphone port] Sound is output through the headphone connected to the earphone/headphone port. ✎ If you connect headphones while the TV is powered on, it automatically detects the headphones and sounds through them.
  • Page 83 To set Virtual Surround mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Virtual Surround LG’s proprietary audio processing technology allows 5-channel-like surround sound from two speakers. ✎ If Clear Voice II is set to On, Virtual Surround will not be selected. To adjust Clear Voice ll function ❐...
  • Page 84 To set Auto Volume ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Auto Volume Auto Volume to On. Varying volume output from channel to channel is automatically adjusted for convenient TV watching when clicking through different programme. To synchronize audio and video ❐ SETTINGS ➾...
  • Page 85 To adjust audio balance ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Balance Adjusts left/right audio balance. To use Sound Optimizer function ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Optimizer optimized sound for custom TV installation. • Normal: General sound mode. • Wall Mount Type: Optimizes sound for a wall-mounted TV.
  • Page 86 DTV Audio Setting ❐ SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ DTV Audio Setting [Depending on model] When an input signal comprises different audio signals, this function allows you to select the audio type you want. If set to AUTO, the search order is HE-AAC → Dolby Digital+ → Dolby Digital → MPEG and output is produced in the first Audio Format found.
  • Page 87 To select external input ❐ Press INPUT button. Selects external input. ✎ Edit the device name: You can edit the name of the external device connected to the external input port.
  • Page 88: To Use Simplink

    To use SIMPLINK ❐ SIMPLINK is a feature that enables you to control and manage various multimedia devices conveniently using only the TV remote control via the SIMPLINK menu. 1 Connect the TV's HDMI IN terminal and the SIMPLINK device's HDMI output terminal using an HDMI cable.
  • Page 89 ✎ This function is only compatible with devices with the SIMPLINK logo. ✎ To use the SIMPLINK function, you need to use a high-speed HDMIⓇ cable (with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) feature added). High-speed HDMIⓇ cables have the No. 13 pin connected for information exchange between devices. ✎ If you switch to another input, the SIMPLINK device will stop. ✎ If a third-party device with the HDMI-CEC function is also used, the SIMPLINK device may not work normally.
  • Page 90 ❓ SIMPLINK function description • Direct Play: Plays the multimedia device on the TV instantly. • Select multimedia device: Selects the desired device via the SIMPLINK menu to control it from the TV screen instantly. • Disc playback: Manages the multimedia device with the TV remote control. • Power off all devices: When you power off the TV, all connected devices are turned off.
  • Page 91 To use Sleep Timer ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Sleep Timer Turns off the TV after a preset number of minutes. To cancel the Sleep Timer, select Off.
  • Page 92 To set current time ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Clock Checks or changes the time while watching TV. • Auto : Synchronizes the TV clock to the digital time information sent by the TV station. • Manual : Sets the time and date manually if the auto setup does not correspond to the current time.
  • Page 93 To set the TV to turn on and off automatically ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ On Time / Off Time Sets On / Off time. Select Repeat to discontinue On Time Time. ✎ To use On Time Time, set the current time correctly. ✎...
  • Page 94 To set Automatic Standby ❐ SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Automatic Standby [Depending on model] If you do not press any button on the TV or remote control for a certain period, the TV will automatically switch to standby mode. ✎ This function does not work on Store Demo mode or while software update.
  • Page 95 To❐set❐password ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Set❐Password Sets❐or❐changes❐TV❐password. ✎ The❐initial❐password❐is❐set❐to❐「0000」. ❐ When❐France❐is❐selected❐for❐Country,❐password❐is❐not❐「0000」❐but❐「1234」.❐❐ When❐France❐is❐selected❐for❐Country,❐password❐cannot❐be❐set❐to❐「0000」.
  • Page 96 To❐lock❐system ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Lock❐System Locks❐the❐selected❐channel❐or❐external❐input.❐ First❐set❐Lock❐System❐to❐On. •❐ Block❐Programme❐:❐Blocks❐programmes❐with❐content❐inappropriate❐for❐children.❐ Programmes❐can❐be❐selected❐but❐the❐screen❐is❐blank❐and❐the❐audio❐is❐muted.❐To❐ watch❐a❐locked❐programme,❐enter❐the❐password.❐...
  • Page 97 •❐ Parental❐Guidance❐:❐This❐function❐operates❐according❐to❐information❐from❐ the❐broadcaster.❐Therefore❐if❐the❐signal❐has❐incorrect❐information,❐this❐ function❐does❐not❐operate.❐Prevents❐children❐from❐watching❐certain❐adult❐TV❐ programmes❐according❐to❐the❐ratings❐limit❐set.❐Enter❐a❐password❐to❐watch❐a❐ blocked❐programme.❐Ratings❐differ❐by❐country. •❐ Input❐Block❐:❐Block❐the❐input❐sources.
  • Page 98 To❐use❐Key❐Lock ❐ ❐ SETTINGS❐➾❐LOCK❐➙❐Key❐Lock Locks❐control❐buttons❐on❐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❐though❐Key❐Lock❐is❐set❐to❐ON,❐TV’s❐buttons❐can❐turn❐on❐the❐power. ❐...
  • Page 99 SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Language You can select the language of the menu displayed on the screen and the digital sound broadcasting. • Menu Language : Selects a language for the display text. • Audio Language [In Digital mode Only] : Selects the desired language when watching digital broadcasting containing several voice languages.
  • Page 100 • Text Language [In Digital mode Only] : Use the Text language function when two or more Text languages are broadcast. ✎ If teletext data in a selected language is not broadcast, the default Text language will be displayed. ✎ If you select the wrong local country, teletext may not appear correctly on the screen and some problems may occur during teletext operation.
  • Page 101 SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Country [Depending on country] Sets the country that the TV uses. TV settings are changed according to the broadcast environment of the selected country. ✎ If the country setting is changed, the Auto Tuning information screen may appear.
  • Page 102 SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Disability Assistance Audio commentary or subtitles are provided for those who are hard of hearing or visually impaired. • Hard of Hearing: This function is used for the hearing impaired. If it is set to on, the subtitle is displayed by default.
  • Page 103 To set Power Indicator ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Standby Light Turns the standby light in the front panel of the TV on/off.
  • Page 104 To specify Factory Reset ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Factory Reset All stored information is deleted and TV settings are reset. TV turns itself off and back on, and all settings are reset. ✎ When Lock System is in place, a pop-up window appears and asks for password.
  • Page 105 To change TV mode ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ Mode Setting Selects Home Use Store Demo. When in use in home, please select Home Use. Store Demo mode is for store display.
  • Page 106: To Remove The Usb Device

    Plays content stored on a USB device (external HDD, USB memory stick) directly on the TV, easily and conveniently. To connect a USB device ❐ Connect the USB storage device to the TV's USB IN terminal. The connected USB storage device can be used immediately. To remove the USB device ❐...
  • Page 107 Using a USB storage device - warning ❐ ✎ If the USB storage device has a built-in auto recognition program or uses its own driver, it may not work. ✎ Some USB storage devices may not work or may work incorrectly. ✎...
  • Page 108 ✎ It is recommended that you use USB memory sticks of 32 GB or less and USB HDDs of 1 TB or less. ✎ If a USB HDD with power-saving function does not work properly, turn the power off and on. For more information, refer to the user manual of the USB HDD.
  • Page 109 To use My Media ❐ SETTINGS ➾ MY MEDIA ➙ All Media / Movie List / Photo List / Music List Selects a file from the list. Displays the file that you choose. Sets play related settings by checking option during disk playback.
  • Page 110 To set up My Media ❐ SETTINGS ➾ OPTION ➙ DivX(R) VOD • Registration : Checks DivX Reg. Code for replaying DivX protected videos. Register at http://vod.divx.com. Use Reg. Code to rent or purchase movies at www.divx.com/vod. ✎ Rented/purchased DivX files cannot be played if the DivX Registration Code of a different device is used.
  • Page 111 My Media supporting file ❐ Maximum data transfer rate: 20 Mbps (megabits per second) External subtitle formats supported: *.smi, *.srt, *.sub (MicroDVD, SubViewer 1.0/2.0), *.ass, *.ssa, *.txt (TMPlayer), *.psb (PowerDivX) Internal subtitle formats supported: XSUB (supports internal subtitles generated from DivX6)
  • Page 112 ❓ Available video file Maximum: 1920 x 1080 @30p (only Motion JPEG 640x480 @30p) .asf, .wmv [Video] VC-1 Advanced Profile, VC-1 Simple and Main Profiles, MP43 [Audio] WMA Standard .3gp, .3gp2 [Video] H.264/AVC, MPEG-4 Part2 [Audio] AAC, AMR(NB/WB) .divx, .avi [Video] DivX3.11, DivX4, DivX5, DivX6, XViD, H.264/AVC, Motion JPEG [Audio] MPEG-1 Layer I, II, Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3), *DTS .mp4, .m4v, .mov...
  • Page 113 .mkv [Video] H.264/AVC, XViD, MPEG-4 Part2 [Audio] HE-AAC, Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3), *DTS .ts, .trp, .tp, .mts, .m2ts [Video] H.264/AVC, MPEG-2 [Audio] MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3), Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, AAC .vob [Video] MPEG-1, MPEG-2 [Audio] Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer I, II, DVD-LPCM .mpg, .mpeg, .mpe [Video] MPEG-1...
  • Page 114 ❓ Available music file File type : mp3 [Bit rate] 32 Kbps - 320 Kbps [Sample freq.] 16 kHz - 48 kHz [Support] MPEG1, MPEG2, Layer2, Layer3 File Type : AAC [Bit rate] Free Format [Sample freq.] 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz [Support] ADIF, ADTS File Type : M4A [Bit rate] Free Format...
  • Page 115 File Type : OGG [Bit rate] Free Format [Sample freq.] ~ 48 kHz [Support] Vorvis File Type : WMA [Bit rate] 128 kbps ~ 320 kbps [Sample freq.] 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz [Support] WMA7, 8, 9 Standard File Type : WMA 10 Pro [Bit rate] ~ 768 kbps [Channel / Sample freq.] - M0 : Up to 2 / 48 kHz...
  • Page 116 ❓ Available photo file Category : 2D(jpeg, jpg, jpe) [Available file type] SOF0: baseline, SOF1: Extend Sequential, SOF2: Progressive [Photo size] Minimum: 64 x 64 Maximum: Normal Type: 15360 (W) x 8640 (H) Progressive Type: 1920 (W) x 1440 (H)
  • Page 117 Category : BMP [Photo size] Minimum : 64 x 64 Maximum : 9600 x 6400 Category : PNG [Available file type] Interlace, Non-Interlace [Photo size] Minimum : 64 x 64 Maximum : Interlace : 1200 x 800 Non-Interlace : 9600 x 6400 ✎...
  • Page 118 Items to note when playing videos ❐ ✎ Some subtitles created by users may not work properly. ✎ The video and subtitle files should be placed in the same folder. For subtitles to display correctly, the video and subtitle files must have the same name. ✎...
  • Page 119 SETTINGS ➾ Customer Support ➙ Software Update Uses Software Update to check and obtain the latest version. If not updated, certain functions may not work properly. It is also possible to check manually for available updates. • Software Update : Set it to On. If an update is available, a prompt will appear to perform the update.
  • Page 120 ✎ When the update starts, the update progress window appears for a short time and disappears. ✎ The latest version can be obtained via the digital broadcast signal or an internet connection. [Depending on model] ✎ Changing the programme while downloading the software via a digital broadcast signal interrupts the download process.
  • Page 121 If the following symptoms occur, please carry out the checks and adjustments described below. There may be no malfunction. Operational problems ❐ ꕢ Cannot view certain programmes. • Adjust the location or orientation of the antenna. • Save the programmes you wish to view using Auto Tuning Programme Edit.
  • Page 122 Image problems ❐ SETTINGS ➾ Customer Support ➙ Picture Test Run an Picture Test first to verify that the image signal output is normal. If there is no problem with the test image, check connected external devices and the broadcast signal. ꕢ Images from previous programme or other programmes linger or the screen displays annoying lines.
  • Page 123 ꕢ Vibrating horizontal /vertical lines and fishnet patterns appear momentarily. • Such a problem may happen when there is strong electronic interference. Turn off other electronic devices such as mobile phones, power tools and other small electrical appliances. ꕢ The screen display freezes or does not work properly during a digital broadcast.
  • Page 124 ꕢ Digital broadcasting is not available even though the cable is connected. • Check with the cable operator providing your subscription and/or signal. (Depending on your subscription, digital broadcasting may not be supported.) ꕢ The display is inactive or unclear when connected to an HDMIⓇ source. • Check the HDMIⓇ cable specifications. If your HDMIⓇ cable is not genuine, images may fade in and out or not be displayed properly. • Ensure that all cables are securely connected.
  • Page 125: Sound Problems

    Sound problems ❐ SETTINGS ➾ Customer Support ➙ Sound Test Run a Sound Test first to verify that the sound signal output is normal. If there is no problem with the test sound, check connected external devices and the broadcast signal. ꕢ Screen display is on but there is no sound. • Check other TV programmes.
  • Page 126 ꕢ For an analogue broadcast, stereo is not clear or sound comes from one speaker only. • In a poor reception area (areas with weak or unstable signals) or if Multi Audio is not stable, select Mono Multi Audio. • Adjust the Balance using the Navigation Button.
  • Page 127 ꕢ The volume changes when I change programme. • Volume can vary from programme to programme. • Set Auto Volume to On. ꕢ On certain programmes, there is no sound at all, or only the background music can be heard (in case of a programme created for overseas viewers). • In Language, set Language ➙ Audio Language to the language of your choice.
  • Page 128 ꕢ There is no sound when connected to an HDMIⓇ / USB source. • Make sure that the HDMIⓇ cable is high speed. • Check that the USB device and cable is version 2.0 or higher. • Use only regular music (*mp3) files.
  • Page 129 PC connection problem (Only for models supporting PC ❐ connection) ꕢ The screen display does not come on after connecting to the computer. • Make sure that the computer and the TV are securely connected. • Check whether the resolution is correctly set for PC input. • To use the TV as a secondary monitor, check if the connected desktop or laptop supports dual monitor display.
  • Page 130 ꕢ When connected to the computer, the display is partially cut off or shifts to one side. • Set the resolution to support PC input. (If this does not work, reboot the computer.)
  • Page 131: Problems Replaying Movies In My Media

    Problems replaying movies in My Media ❐ ꕢ I cannot view the files on the Movie List. • Check whether the file on the USB storage device can be read on a computer. • Check whether the file extension is supported. ꕢ...
  • Page 132 Product certified before February 15, 2013 Product certified after February 15, 2013 Продукт, сертифицированный до 15 Продукт, сертифицированный после 15 февраля 2013 г. февраля 2013 г.
  • Page 133 ПІІ ‘ЛГ Електронікс Україна’, Україна, 01004, м. Київ, вул. Басейна, 4 (літера А), тел.: +38 (044) 201-43-50, факс: +38 (044) 201-43-73 Обмеження України на наявність небезпечних речовин Устаткування відповідає вимогам технічного регламенту щодо обмеженного використання небезпечних речовин в електричному і електронному обладнанні. Ukraine Restriction of Hazardous Substances The equipment complies with requirements of the Technical Regulation, in terms of restrictions for the use of certain dangerous substances in electrical and electronic...
  • Page 134 ❐ EU Conformity Notice LG Electronics hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the following Directives. EMC Directive 2004/108/EC LOW VOLTAGE Directive 2006/95/EC European representative: LG Electronics Inc. Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM Amstelveen, The Netherlands...
  • Page 135 If you want to find out more information about our recycling program, please contact your local LG vendor or a corporate representative of LG. and Information of Regional Take back Schemes can be found at : http://www.lg.com/global/sustainability/environment/take-back-recycling.jsp...
  • Page 136 ❐ Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste.
  • Page 137: Energy Saving

    waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local authority, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. ❐ Energy Saving Energy efficiency cuts energy consumption and thus saves money by reducing electricity bills.

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