PLASMA MONITOR MODELS: 71PY1M OWNER’S MANUAL Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer when you require service.
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• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- ance could void the user’s warranty. 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 warranty. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:...
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 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 appa- ratus.
Safety Instructions 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. PORTABLE CART WARNING 13.
Introduction Introduction Introduction Features Of This Monitor Features Of This Monitor What is a Plasma Monitor ? If voltage is applied to gas within glass panels, ultraviolet rays are produced and fused with a fluorescent substance. At that instant, light is emitted. A Plasma Display is a next generation flat Display using this phenomenon. 160°...
Accessories Accessories Ensure that the following accessories are included with your plasma display. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. Owner’s Manual D-sub 15 pin cable Use the ferrite core with the speaker cables The ferrite core given as a bundled accessory can be used to reduce the electromagnetic waves in the con- nection to the speakers.
Introduction Controls Controls - This is a simplified representation of front panel. - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your monitor. INPUT INPUT Button INDEX Video Mode Component Mode RGB-PC/DTV Mode HDMI1/DVI or HDMI2 Mode 8 Plasma Monitor MENU Sub power Button Buttons...
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Connection Options Connection Options - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your monitor. HDMI IN HDMI IN RS-232C IN RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) 1(DVI) 1(DVI) HDMI IN Connect a HDMI signal to 1(DVI) or 2. Or DVI(VIDEO) signal to the 1(DVI) port with a DVI to HDMI cable.
Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the monitor. - Under certain conditions such as if the remote IR signal is interrupted, the remote control may not function. Press the key again as necessary.
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MODE MUTE SLEEP WIN. POSITION SWAP WIN. SIZE ENTER MENU EXIT PIP INPUT PLAY PAUSE STOP RECORD SKIP VIDEO COM1 COM2 HDMI1 HDMI2 KEY LOCK INDEX Installing Batteries • Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and install the batteries matching correct polarity (+ with +, - with -).
Installation Installation Installation • Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4inches on each side from the wall. Desktop Pedestal Installation Desktop Pedestal Installation • This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your monitor. GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the grounding / earth wire to prevent possible electric shock.
External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the plasma display. VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and Monitor. - Use the ISM Method feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time. Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR.
Installation Cable TV Setup Cable TV Setup - After subscribing to a cable monitor service from a local provider and installing a converter, you can watch cable TV program- ming. The monitor cannot display monitor programming unless a TV tuner device or cable TV converter box is connected to the Monitor.
DVD Setup DVD Setup HDMI IN HDMI IN RS-232C IN RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) HDMI IN RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) 1(DVI) 1(DVI) 1(DVI) S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN VIDEO IN HDMI OUTPUT How to connect 1. Connect the DVD video outputs to the COMPONENT (Y, P DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the monitor, as shown in the figure.
Installation PC Setup PC Setup - This monitor provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to its settings. The monitor sends configuration information (EDID) to the PC using the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) protocol.
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Monitor Display Specifications (RGB-PC / HDMI/DVI-PC Mode) Horizontal Resolution Frequency(KHz) 31.469 720x400 31.469 35.000 37.861 640x480 37.500 43.269 37.879 46.875 800x600 53.674 49.725 832x624 48.363 56.476 1024x768 60.023 63.981 1280x1024 80.000 1600x1200 75.00 1920x1080 66.587 - HDMI , the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing."...
Operation Operation Operation urning on the Monitor urning on the Monitor Turning on the Monitor just after installation 1. Connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the Monitor is switched to standby mode. 2. Press the INPUT or button on the Monitor or press the POWER, INPUT button on the remote control and then the Monitor will switch on.
• , and changed. - XD is LG Electronic’s unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal processing algorithm. - When selecting APC options (Daylight, Optimum and Night time), XD is auto- matically change to On.
Operation Picture Menu Options continued Picture Menu Options continued Fleshtone (V Fleshtone (V ideo1-2-3-4, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV ideo1-2-3-4, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV - Use Fleshtone to select the desired skin color option. Fleshtone Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness Tint 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2.
Manual Picture Control ( Manual Picture Control ( - You can adjust picture contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, and tint to the levels you prefer. Fleshtone Contrast Brightness Color Sharpness Tint 1. Press the MENU button and then use menu. 2. Press the button and then use option ( 3.
Operation Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) - DASP lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the Monitor has the appropriate sound options based on the program content. - When adjusting sound options (treble, bass) manually, DASP automatically changes to 1.
- BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech intelligibility and musical realism. DASP Balance Treble Bass Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3. Press the button and then use D D / E E 4.
Operation imer Menu Options imer Menu Options Clock Setup Clock Setup - If current time setting is wrong, correct the clock setting. Clock Off timer On timer Auto off 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use 3.
Auto Of Auto Of - If there is no input signal, the Monitor turns off automatically after 10 minutes. Clock Off timer On timer Auto off 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3.
Operation Special Menu Options Special Menu Options Key Lock Key Lock - The monitor can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control. - This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by disabling the front panel controls. - This Monitor is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the monitor off.
Low Power Low Power - Low power reduces the plasma display's power consumption. Language Key lock ISM Method Low power Set ID Index 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use 3. Press the button and then use •...
Operation Screen Menu Options Screen Menu Options Auto Auto Adjustment Adjustment - RGB (PC) mode only; This function doesn’t work for RGB-DTV. - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. - After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your Monitor is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. - The Auto config.
Cinema Mode Setup (V ideo1-2 and Component 480i mode only) Cinema Mode Setup (V ideo1-2 and Component 480i mode only) - Sets up the monitor for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. Auto config. Cinema Position Manual config. Reset Black level adj.
Operation Screen Menu Options continued Screen Menu Options continued Manual Configure (RGB-PC mode only) Manual Configure (RGB-PC mode only) - If the image still isn’t clear after auto adjustment is completed and especially if characters are still jittery, adjust the picture manually.
Black level adj. Black level adj. Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This feature operates only in Video1-2-3-4 or Component 480i mode. Auto config. Cinema Position Manual config. Reset Black level adj. 1.
Operation Screen Menu Options continued Screen Menu Options continued Screen Adjustments (V ideo1-2 and Component 480i mode only) Screen Adjustments (V ideo1-2 and Component 480i mode only) - Use this function to correct jittering or picture instability while viewing a video tape. Screen adj.
(Picture-In-Picture) Feature (Picture-In-Picture) Feature - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your monitor screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - If input signals(50Hz/60Hz) of the main and sub pictures are different in PIP/DW mode, the image will not display properly. atching PIP atching PIP Press the PIP button repeatedly to turn PIP on or off.
Operation DW Setup Option DW Setup Option - As the name suggests, this mode splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the monitor screen at the same time. Each source is given half the screen. atching DW atching DW Press the DW button repeatedly to select one of the DW options.
External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup - Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) and control the Monitor’s functions externally. - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor back panel. - RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the Monitor.
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External Control Device Setup Set ID Set ID - Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. - Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping 1’. See page 38. Language Key lock ISM Method Low power Set ID Index 1. Press the MENU button and then use the 2.
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01. Power (Command 2:a) G To control Power On/Off of the Monitor. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] G To show Power On/Off. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][FF][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] * In a like manner, if other functions transmit ‘FF’...
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External Control Device Setup 07. Contrast (Command 2:g) G To adjust screen contrast. You can also adjust contrast in the picture menu. Transmission [k][g][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 • Refer to ‘Real data mapping1’ as shown below. Acknowledgement [g][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64...
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14. PIP / DW (Command2:n) G To control the PIP (Picture-in-Picture) or DW. You can also control the PIP/DW using the PIP or DW button on the remote control or in the PIP/DW menu. Transmission [k][n][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0: PIP/DW off 2: DW1 1: PIP 3: DW2...
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External Control Device Setup 20. PIP Input Select (Command2:y) G To select input source for sub picture in PIP mode. Transmission [k][y][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 1 : Video1 2 : Video2 3 : Component1 4 : Component2 5 : RGB Acknowledgement [y][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] Data 1 : Video1...
IR Code IR Code How to Connect How to Connect G Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the Monitor. Remote Control IR Code Remote Control IR Code G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz G Configuration of frame •...
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IR Code Code (Hexa) Function Number Key 0 Number Key 1 Number Key 2 Number Key 3 Number Key 4 Number Key 5 Number Key 6 Number Key 7 Number Key 8 Number Key 9 SLEEP MUTE POWER VOL+ VOL- DASP ENTER ( Á...
Programming the Remote Programming the Remote G The remote control is a multi-brand or universal remote control. It can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote control may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode Programming a code into a remote mode 1.
Troubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist No picture & No sound Picture OK & No sound The remote control doesn’t work Picture appears slowly after switching on No or Poor color or Poor picture Horizontal/vertical bars or picture shaking No output from one of the speakers Unusual sound from inside the monitor...
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