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OWNER’S MANUAL LED TV * Disclaimer LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. LA79** LA86** LA96** LA97** LA98** P/NO : MFL67706412 (1306-REV05) www.lg.com...
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETy INSTruCTIONS MAINTENANCE Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models) Cleaning your TV - Screen, frame, cabinet and stand - Power cord INSTALLATION PrOCEdurE TrOuBLESHOOTING ASSEMBLING ANd PrEPArING Unpacking ENvIrONMENTAL INFOrMATION Separate purchase Parts and buttons WEEE Lifting and moving the TV Setting up the TV...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETy INSTruCTIONS Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product. WArNING y Insert power cable plug completely into y Do not place the TV and/or remote control wall socket otherwise if not secured in the following environments: completely into socket, fire ignition may - A location exposed to direct sunlight break out.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y Do not drop metallic objects such as y Do not drop the product or let it fall over coins, hair pins, chopsticks or wire into when connecting external devices. the product, or inflammable objects such Otherwise, this may result in injury or as paper and matches.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y If any of the following occur, unplug the y If you install the TV on a stand, you need product immediately and contact your to take actions to prevent the product from local service centre. overturning. Otherwise, the product may - The product has been impacted by fall over, which may cause injury.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y Signal from Remote Control can be y Prevent dust collecting on the power plug interrupted due to external/internal lighting pins or outlet. eg Sunlight, fluorescent lighting.If this This may cause a fire hazard. occurs turn off lighting or darken viewing area.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS y When unplugging the cable, grab the plug y The panel is a high technology display and unplug it, by pulling at the plug. Don’t product with resolution of two million to six pull at the cord to unplug the power cord million pixels.
3D contents. distance. Cautions when using the 3d glasses Symptoms which require discontinuation y Make sure to use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, or refraining from watching 3d contents you may not be able to view 3D videos properly. y Do not watch 3D contents when you feel...
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.
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(See p. 26) (See p. 27) depending on the model or country. Tag On Tag on Isolator Cable holder Cable Management (Depending on model) (Depending on model) (Depending on (See p. 12) model) (Only LA79**) (See p. 21, 22) (See p. 21)
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Stand Screws Stand Screws Stand Screws 8EA, M4 x L14 4EA, M4 x L16 4EA, M4 x L20 6EA, M5 x L16 (Only LA79**) (Only LA86**) (Only LA96**, (Only LA98**) 4EA, M4 x L14 (See p. 16) LA98**) (See p. 17) (Only 55LA97**) (See p.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING NOTE y Antenna Isolator Installation Guide - Use this to install TV in a place where there is a voltage difference between TV Set and GND of antenna signal. » If there is a voltage difference between TV Set and GND of antenna signal, the antenna contact might be heated and excessive heat might cause an accident.
Contact your dealer to buy these items. These devices only work with certain models. AG-F***dP AG-F*** AN-Mr400 Dual play glasses Cinema 3D glasses Magic remote Tag On AN-vC5** LG Audio device Tag on Video call camera Compatibility LA79** LA86** LA96** LA97** LA98** AG-F***dP •...
Turns the power on or off. 1 Intelligent sensor - Adjusts the image quality and brightness based on the surrounding environment. NOTE y You can set the LG Logo light to on or off by selecting OPTION in the main menus.(Depending on model)
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 Please note the following advice to prevent the TV as shown in the following illustration. TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and uttons...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the Tv LA86**, LA96** mage shown may differ from your TV. Attaching the stand LA79** M4 x L14 Stand Base Stand Body Front Stand Base M4 x L16, 4EA M4 x L14 (Only LA86**) M4 x L20, 4EA...
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING LA97** LA98** Stand Base Stand Body Front Stand Base Front M5 x L16 M4 x L14 NOTE y The stand screws are already attached at the back of the TV. Please use these attached screws to assemble the TV and stand.
Swivel 15 degrees to the left or right and adjust Do not fasten the screws with excessive the angle of the TV to suit your view. force otherwise they may be worn out (Only LA79**) and become loose. NOTE y Remove the stand before installing the TV on a wall mount by performing the stand attachment in reverse.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Swivel 10 degrees to the left or right and adjust Securing the Tv to a wall the angle of the TV to suit your view. (Only 42/47LA86**) (This feature is not available for all models.) Swivel 8 degrees to the left or right and adjust the angle of the TV to suit your view.
TV carefully and install the wall mount bracket on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When you attach the TV to other building materials, please contact qualified personnel. MSW240 LG recommends that wall mounting be performed by a qualified professional installer. 10 cm...
If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted (Only LA79**) wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorised LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. y Do not over tighten the screws as this...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Gather and bind the cables with the Cable Make sure Speaker is in OPEN position » Holder. when viewing TV as sound will be abnormal or distorted. (Only LA97**) When transporting the TV, make sure that Cable Holder the Sliding Speaker is closed.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Preparing Built-in Camera 3 Push down the built-in camera when you are not using it. 1 Pull up the slide at the back of the TV. Slide Name of Parts of Built-in Camera Microphone Indicator Camera Lens NOTE y Remove the protective film before using the built-in camera.
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS Antenna connection Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an RF cable (75 Ω). This section on MAKING CONNECTIONS mainly uses diagrams for the LA86** models. Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device.
MAKING CONNECTIONS HdMI connection ArC (Audio return Channel) y An external audio device that supports Transmits the digital video and audio signals SIMPLINK and ARC must be connected from an external device to the TV. Connect the using HDMI/DVI IN 1 (ARC) port. external device and the TV with the HDMI cable y When connected with a high-speed as shown.
MAKING CONNECTIONS dvI to HdMI connection Component connection Transmits the digital video signal from an Transmits analog video and audio signals external device to the TV. Connect the external from an external device to the TV. Connect the device and the TV with the DVI-HDMI cable as external device and the TV with a component shown.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite connection Audio connection Transmits analog video and audio signals You may use an optional external audio system from an external device to the TV. Connect the instead of the built-in speaker. external device and the TV with the composite gender cable as shown.
MAKING CONNECTIONS uSB connection MHL connection Connect a USB storage device such as a USB Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) is an interface flash memory, external hard drive, or a USB for transmitting digital audiovisual signals from memory card reader to the TV and access the mobile phones to television sets.
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.
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REMOTE CONTROL (Depending on model) (POWER) Turns the TV on or off. TV/RAD Selects Radio, TV and DTV programme. SUBTITLE Recalls your preferred subtitle in digital mode. Q. MENU Accesses the quick menus. GUIDE Shows programme guide. GUIDE RATIO Resizes an image. INPUT Changes the input source.
CAuTION y Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control. y In Analogue TV and some countries, some remote control buttons may not work. (Only LA79**, LA86**, LA96**, LA98**) Pointer (rF transmitter) (POWEr) Turns the TV on or off.
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MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS (Only LA97**) Pointer (rF transmitter) (POWEr) Turns the TV on or off. SMArT Accesses the Smart Home menu. BACK Returns to the previous Navigation buttons (up/down/ level. left/right) Scrolls through menus or options. voice recognition Wheel(OK) (Depending on model) Selects menus or options and confirms your input.
MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS registering Magic remote Control It is necessary to ‘pair’ (register) the magic remote control to your TV before it will work. How to register the Magic remote Control BACK HOME 1 To register automatically, turn the TV on and press the Wheel(OK) button.
NOTE Provides the detailed information on y You can also access the User Guide by the functions of LG Smart TV when the pressing (user Guide) in the remote Internet is connected. control. (Depending on model) (It may not be available depending on the country/language.)
MAINTENANCE / TROUBLESHOOTING 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION ENvIrONMENTAL INFOrMATION (India only) WEEE disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the e-waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2011. 2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Wireless LAN module(TWFM-B006D) specification Standard IEEE802.11a/b/g/n 2400 to 2483.5 MHz Frequency Range 5150 to 5250 MHz 5725 to 5850 MHz (for Non EU) 802.11a: 11 dBm 802.11b: 14 dBm Output Power (Max.) 802.11g: 10.5 dBm 802.11n - 2.4GHz: 11 dBm 802.11n - 5GHz: 12.5 dBm Bluetooth module (BM-LDS401) specification Standard...
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SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. For the power supply and power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product. 47LA79** 55LA79** MOdELS 47LA7900-TA 55LA7900-TA 47LA790Y-TA 55LA790Y-TA 1077.0 x 690.0 x 285.0 1247.0 x 789.0 x 326.0 Dimensions With stand (mm) (W x H x D)
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SPECIFICATIONS 55LA97** 65LA97** 84LA98** MOdELS 55LA9700-TA 65LA9700-TA 84LA9800-TA 55LA970Y-TA 65LA970Y-TA 84LA980Y-TA 1230.0 x 781.0 x 274.0 1451.0 x 910.0 x 325.0 1916.0 x 1214.0 x 399.0 Dimensions With stand (mm) (W x H x D) Without stand(mm) 1230.0 x 714.0(*743.0) 1451.0 x 838.0(*868.0) 1916.0 x 1120.0 x 39.9 x 40.2...
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SPECIFICATIONS 3d supported mode (Only 3d models) y Video, which is input as below media contents is switched into the 3D screen automatically. 3d supported mode automatically Horizontal Vertical Input Signal Frequency Frequency Playable 3D video format (kHz) (Hz) Top & Bottom, 31.469 / 31.5 Side by Side(Half), Side by Side(Full) 640 X 480...
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SPECIFICATIONS 3d supported mode manually Signal Horizontal Verticla Input Playable 3D video format Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) HD / SD ATV(CVBS) 2D to 3D, Side by Side(Half), Component HD / SD Top & Bottom 1024X768 48.36 1360X768 47.71 2D to 3D, Side by Side(Half), Top &...
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SPECIFICATIONS 3d supported mode manually Signal Horizontal Verticla Input Playable 3D video format Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) Under 704x480 2D to 3D Over 704x480 2D to 3D, Side by Side(Half), interlaced Top & Bottom 2D to 3D, Side by Side(Half), USB ,DLNA Over 704x480 Top &...
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Record the model number and serial (Only DTV) number of the TV. Refer to the label on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer when requiring any service. MODEL SERIAL...
OWNER’S MANUAL EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Please read this manual carefully before operating the set and retain it for future reference. www.lg.com...
(TV) (PC) • LGTV supports PL2303 chip-based (Vendor ID : 0x0557, Product ID : 0x2008) USB to serial converter RS-232C IN which is not made nor provided by LG. (CONTROL & SERVICE) (PC) (TV) • It can be purchased from computer stores that carry accessories for IT support professionals.
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(TV) (PC) EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP (TV) (PC) RS-232C IN Phone jack Type (CONTROL & SERVICE) (TV) (PC) • You need to purchase the phone-jack to RS-232 cable required for the connection between the PC and RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) (PC) (TV) the TV, which is specified in the manual.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters • Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) • Stop bit : 1 bit • Data length : 8 bits • Communication code : ASCII code • Parity : None • Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Command reference list (Depending on model) DATA...
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Transmission / Receiving Protocol Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command 1] : First command to control the TV. (j, k, m or x) [Command 2] : Second command to control the TV. [Set ID] : You can adjust the [Set ID] to choose desired monitor ID number in option menu. Adjustment range in TV is 1 to 99.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Commands may work differently depending on model and signal. 01. Power (Command: k a) 04. Volume Mute (Command: k e) ► To control Power *On or Off of the set. ► To control volume mute on/off. You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button Transmission[k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] on remote control.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 09. Tint (Command: k j) 14. Color(Colour) Temperature (Command: x u) ► To adjust the screen tint. ► To adjust colour temperature. You can also adjust You can also adjust tint in the PICTURE menu. Color(Colour) Temperature in the PICTURE menu. Transmission [k][j][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Transmission [x][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Red : 00 to Green : 64...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Digital Terrestrial/Cable/Satellite Data 05: Input Source (Analogue) - 00 : Terrestrial TV (ATV) [Data 00][Data 01]: Channel Data - 01 : Cable TV (CATV) Data 00 : High Channel data * Digital Terrestrial/Cable Data 01 : Low Channel data - 00 00 ~ 27 0F (Decimal: 0 ~ 9999) Data 00 : xx (Don't care) Data 02 : Input Source (Digital)
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP [Data 01][Data 02]: Major Channel Number 20. Control Back Light (Command: m g) Data 01: High byte Channel Data • For LCD TV / LED TV Data 02: Low byte Channel Data ► To control the back light. - 00 01 ~ 27 0F (Decimal: 1 ~ 9999) Transmission [m][g][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Data 03][Data 04]: Minor/Branch Channel Number...
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11 11 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 22. 3D(Command: x t) (only 3D models) 07 : 3D Sound Zooming 08 : Normal Image View (Depending on model) 09 : 3D Mode (Genre) ► To change 3D mode for TV. Transmission [x][t][ ][Set ID][ ][Data 00][ ][Data 01] [Data 01] It has own range for each 3D option determined by [Data 00].
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