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User Guide

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Page 1: ...User Guide This is a User Guide installed on TV The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notice for quality improvement ...

Page 2: ... To view program information Press INFO button Displays information on current program and or current time etc ...

Page 3: ... on Channel Edit screen and select Favorite Group 2 Select the desired channel 3 Please press FAV button The selected channels are saved as favorite channels To use Favorites Press FAV button Favorite list will appear Select the desired preset favorite channel from Favorite List A D ...

Page 4: ...utomatically the channels being broadcast The channels will not be memorized properly if the antenna cable is not installed correctly Auto Tuning memorizes the channels that are currently being broadcast If Lock System is turned on a pop up window will appear asking for password ...

Page 5: ... To set up the channels at manually SETTINGS CHANNEL Manual Tuning Adjusts channels manually and saves the results For digital broadcasting signal strength etc can be checked ...

Page 6: ... To edit the channels SETTINGS CHANNEL Channel Edit Edits the saved channels ...

Page 7: ...Scan at the input of DTV Component HDMI DVI 720P or higher Set by Program Depending on the input signal screen aspect ratio changes to 4 3 or 16 9 4 3 Resizes the image ratio to fit 4 3 screen Zoom Resizes the image to fit the screen width The top and bottom parts of the image may be cut off Cinema Zoom Formats an image to the cinemascope ratio 2 35 1 and zooms in on the ratio ...

Page 8: ...ationary caption such as network name 4 3 aspect ratio mode for an extended period Take caution when using these functions Available picture size may differ depending on the input signal At HDMI RGB PC input select the image ratios of 4 3 and 16 9 Only for models supporting PC connection ...

Page 9: ...e Resolution Sets the desired resolution Options may only be selected when the PC resolution is set to 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 or 1360 x 768 Auto Config Optimizes the picture Position Size Phase Adjusts screen size and position for optimum viewing Reset Initializes the screen setups in PC input mode ...

Page 10: ...r to the supported format to set the resolution 3 Select Advanced Monitor Monitor Setup on the setup window Refer to the supported formats to select the optimal vertical frequency In PC mode 1920 x 1080 resolution delivers the optimum picture quality Method to set up resolution differs depending on PC type ...

Page 11: ...al Frequency KHz Vertical Frequency Hz HDMI PC RGB PC 640x350 31 468 70 09 720x400 31 469 70 08 640x480 31 469 59 94 800x600 37 879 60 31 1024x768 48 363 60 00 1152x864 54 348 60 053 1360x768 47 712 60 015 1920x1080 67 5 60 00 HDMI PC 1280x1024 63 981 60 020 ...

Page 12: ...TV s Picture Audio for different AV modes Off Views with the value set at the PICTURE AUDIO Menu Cinema Optimizes picture and audio settings for movies Sport Optimizes picture and audio settings for sports Game Optimizes picture and audio settings for games ...

Page 13: ...ture Wizard Ⅱ This function calibrates and adjusts for optimum picture quality with the remote control and the Picture Wizard without expensive pattern devices or help from a specialist Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the optimum picture quality ...

Page 14: ...de optimized for the viewing environment or the program Intelligent Sensor Detects the ambient illumination and automatically adjusts the TV s brightness level to reduce energy consumption Automatically adjusts the brightness sharpness color or tint for optimum picture quality ...

Page 15: ...ied picture tuning professionals ISF logo can only be used on ISF certified TVs ISFccc Imaging Science Foundation Certified Calibration Control 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 drastic ...

Page 16: ...rightness Sharpness Color Tint Color Temp First select a Picture Mode of your choice Backlight Adjusts the display brightness by varying the brightness of the LCD panel Depending on the input signal or other picture settings the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ ...

Page 17: ...r for a special screen picture settings can be adjusted Select the desired Picture Mode Dynamic Contrast Adjusts the contrast to the optimal level according to the image s brightness Dynamic Color Adjusts colors to make the image appear in more natural colors Clear White Enhances whites on screen to make the image brighter and sharper ...

Page 18: ...ure Digital Noise Reduction Eliminates noise generated while creating digital picture signals Gamma Sets the gradation curve according to the output of picture signal in relation to the input signal Black Level Adjusts the screen s brightness and contrast to fit them to the input picture s black level by using the blackness black level of the screen ...

Page 19: ...Helps maintain the optimal state of the screen Color Gamut Selects the range of colors that can be expressed Edge Enhancer Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video Expert Pattern Patterns used for expert adjustment Color Filter Filters a specific color spectrum in RGB colors to fine tune color saturation and hue accurately ...

Page 20: ...System This system is used by experts to adjust color with a test pattern They can select from six color areas Red Green Blue Cyan Magenta Yellow without affecting other colors For normal images adjustments may not result in noticeable color changes Depending on input signal or other picture settings the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ ...

Page 21: ... To initialize picture settings SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode Picture Reset Initializes picture settings that the user customizes Each picture mode is reset Select the desired picture mode to reset ...

Page 22: ... To use Sound Mode SETTINGS AUDIO Sound Mode Adjusts TV audio to an optimal level according to a selected sound mode ...

Page 23: ... first Infinite Surround LG s proprietary audio processing technology allows 5 1 channel like surround sound from two speakers When Clear Voice II is set to On Infinite Surround is not available Treble Bass Adjusts treble and bass in Sound Reset Initializes voice options that the user has changed Initializes each voice mode Select the desired sound mode to reset ...

Page 24: ...om channel to channel is automatically adjusted for convenient TV watching when clicking through different channels To adjust Clear Voice ll function SETTINGS AUDIO Clear Voice ll Boosts audio clarity from the TV To adjust audio balance SETTINGS AUDIO Balance Adjusts left right audio balance ...

Page 25: ...urned off When there are SIMPLINK connected home theater devices selecting TV Speaker to OFF will automatically turn on home theater Off TV speakers do not play sound TV sounds can be played through external audio device speakers connected to the TV In this mode volume adjustment can be made on the external audio device connected to the TV On TV internal speakers play TV sound ...

Page 26: ...t SETTINGS AUDIO Digital Audio Out Depending on model Sets up Digital Audio Out Item Audio Input Digital Audio output MPEG PCM Auto Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital HE AAC Dolby Digital PCM All PCM ...

Page 27: ... 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 28: ...l using HDMI cable Depending on model For home theater units with SIMPLINK function connect HDMI terminals as above and use an optical cable to connect Optical Digital Audio Out from the TV to Optical Digital Audio In of the SIMPLINK device 2 Select INPUT SimpLink SIMPLINK menu window appears 3 In SIMPLINK Setting window set SIMPLINK function to ON 4 In SIMPLINK menu window select the device to co...

Page 29: ...nected for information exchange between devices When changing to another input the SIMPLINK device stops If a third party device with HDMI CEC function is added the SIMPLINK device may not work normally Depending on model When selecting or playing the media of the device with home theater function HT Speaker is automatically connected Be sure to connect with Optical cable sold separately to use HT...

Page 30: ... 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 Sync Power on When the equipment with SIMPLINK function connected HDMI terminal starts to play the TV will automatically turn on Speaker Depending on model Selects either home theater unit or TV speaker ...

Page 31: ... sensor detects the ambient lighting and automatically adjusts the screen brightness Off Turns off the Energy Saving Minimum Medium Maximum Applies the pre set Energy Saving 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 32: ... To use Sleep Timer SETTINGS TIME Sleep Timer Turns off the TV after a prescribed number of minutes To deactivate the Sleep Timer select Off ...

Page 33: ...E 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 34: ...ts On Off time To deactivate the On Off time function select Off on Repeat To set On Off time set the current time correctly When the TV is turned on using the On Time function it will be turned off automatically if no buttons are touched within 120 minutes ...

Page 35: ... To set password SETTINGS LOCK Set Password Sets or changes TV password The initial password is set as 0000 ...

Page 36: ...y blocking channels or external input At first select Lock System to ON Block Channel Blocks the channels that contain inappropriate contents for children The channels can be selected but the screen is blank and the audio is muted To watch a locked channel enter the password ...

Page 37: ...ociation of America MPAA rating G General audiences All ages admitted PG Parental guidance suggested Some material may not be suitable for children PG 13 Patents strongly cautioned Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13 R Restricted Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian NC 17 No one 17 and under admitted X Adults only ...

Page 38: ...V programs you should set the TV Rating General feature Age TV Y All children including children from ages 2 6 TV Y7 Directed to older children suitable for children age 6 and above Fantasy Violence TY Y7 Directed to older children Fantasy violence suitable for children age 6 and above containing more intense or combative fantasy violence ...

Page 39: ...eral audience suitable for all ages TV PG Parental guidance suggested containing material that are unsuitable for younger children TV 14 Parents strongly cautioned containing material that are unsuitable for children age 14 and under TV MA Mature audience only unsuitable for children age under 17 Dialog suggestive dialogue TV PG or TV 14 Language coarse language TV PG TV 14 or TV MA Sex sexual sit...

Page 40: ... Downloadable Rating In Digital mode Only This function operates only when TV has received Region5 Rating data The name of the rating option may differ Input Block Block the input sources ...

Page 41: ...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 with Key Lock ON TV s buttons can turn on the power ...

Page 42: ... To set password SETTINGS LOCK Set Password Sets or changes TV password The initial password is set as 0000 ...

Page 43: ...y blocking channels or external input At first select Lock System to ON Block Channel Blocks the channels that contain inappropriate contents for children The channels can be selected but the screen is blank and the audio is muted To watch a locked channel enter the password ...

Page 44: ...ting Canadian English rating system E Exempt C Children C8 Children eight years and older G General programming suitable for all audiences PG Parental Guidance 14 Viewers 14 years and older 18 Adult programming Blocking Off Permits all programs ...

Page 45: ...ting system E Exempt G General 8ans General Not convenient for little children 13ans Not convenient for children of 13 years and younger 16ans Not convenient for children of 16 years and younger 18ans This programs is only for adults Blocking Off Permits all programs ...

Page 46: ... Downloadable Rating In Digital mode Only This function operates only when TV has received Region5 Rating data The name of the rating option may differ Input Block Block the input sources ...

Page 47: ...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 with Key Lock ON TV s buttons can turn on the power ...

Page 48: ...age of the menu displayed on the screen and digital sound broadcasting Menu Language Selects a screen menu language Audio Language In Digital mode Only Selects the desired language when watching digital broadcasting containing several voice languages ...

Page 49: ...Caption to On and select caption settings Mode CC 1 4 Closed Captioning Text 1 4 Displays the audio portion of a TV program as text on the TV screen CC1 is the most common mode in use Field 1 data channels two Captions CC1 CC2 two Text T1 T2 Field 2 data channels two Captions CC3 CC4 two Text T3 T4 Service 1 6 This is only available for the digital broadcasting system ...

Page 50: ... Digital Option Set up the size and color of the captions on Digital Option Please select Set by Program or Custom Select Custom to adjust minute options such as the captions size and color ...

Page 51: ... To set up Power Indicator SETTINGS OPTION Standby Light Turns on off the standby light in the front panel of the TV ...

Page 52: ... To change TV mode SETTINGS OPTION Mode Setting Selects Home Use or Store Demo When in use in home please select Home Use Store Demo mode is for store display ...

Page 53: ...ing Returns to initial default mode by deleting all optional setup Once initialization is completed the TV will turn off and on by itself When Lock System is in place a pop up window appears and asks for password Do not turn off the power during initialization ...

Page 54: ...ft right eyes to make the images on TV appear just like the real life 3 dimensional space 1 Replay a 3D image title or turn to a 3D channel 2 Put on 3D glasses 3 Press 3D button to change to 3D imaging 4 While viewing 3D images press 3D button on the remote control to end 3D image viewing ...

Page 55: ...options on 3D image viewing 3D Picture Correction Flips left right images Select a better 3D screen 3D Depth Adjusts depth between the object and surroundings 3D Viewpoint Adjust 3D depth between the object and surroundings by moving the 3D image screen back and forth ...

Page 56: ...ance of at least twice the screen s diagonal length 3D images may not be viewed correctly with shutter type glasses that require recharging If a future 3D broadcasting format that is not supported by this TV becomes the standard an additional device such as a set top box may be required ...

Page 57: ...or low temperatures may deform the lenses Do not use deformed glasses Do not apply pressure to or subject 3D glasses to any impact Subjecting 3D glasses to rough handling may cause a defect The lenses on 3D glasses with polarizing film are vulnerable to scratches Use only a clean and soft cloth for cleaning Dirty cloth may scratch the polarizing film Scratching the lens surface of the 3D glasses w...

Page 58: ...RK Network Setting 2 Sets IP Mode as IP Auto Setting or IP Manual Setting IP Auto Setting For broadband service IP Manual Setting For offices fixed IPs 3 When selecting IP Manual Setting type in the IP address 4 Click Enter The network is connected ...

Page 59: ...may cause network connection problems Turn the power OFF disconnect and reconnect it and then turn the power on to solve the problem LG Electronics is not responsible for any Internet connection problems or any faults malfunctions or errors caused by Internet connection Network connection may not work properly depending on Internet service provider ...

Page 60: ...ontract with Internet service provider If the contract does not allow more than one device per line only the already connected PC may be used Failure to turn off all local home networks may cause excessive traffic on some devices Invalid settings of network devices can cause TV to operate slowly or not operate properly Install the devices correctly according to the appropriate manual and set netwo...

Page 61: ...y linking them via home networking 1 Configure TV and PC on the same network TV and each device should be connected through a single access point to enable DLNA and Media Link service 2 Install Nero MediaHome 4 on PC from the web site http www lg com Before installation close all running programs including firewall and Anti Virus programs ...

Page 62: ... 4 Essentials installed on PC 2 Select folder items to share 3 Configure the shared folder and click Start Server Server starts If the shared folder does not appear on TV click the Local Folder tab and search again For more information and software related information refer to the web site http www nero com ...

Page 63: ...Ⓡ XP Media Center Edition 2005 Service pack 2 or later Windows ServerⓇ 2003 Service pack 1 or later WindowsⓇ 7 Home Premium Professional Enterprise or Ultimate 32 and 64 bit Windows VistaⓇ 64 bit version application runs in 32 bit mode WindowsⓇ 7 64 bit version application runs in 32 bit mode Hard drive space more than 200 MB ...

Page 64: ... MB RAM Graphic card more than 32 MB resolution of at least 800 x 600 pixels and at least 16 bit color settings supported WindowsⓇ Internet ExplorerⓇ 6 0 or later DirectXⓇ 9 0c revision 30 August 2006 or later Network environment 100 MB Ethernet Wireless LAN WLAN IEEE 802 11g or later ...

Page 65: ...GHz access point may cause broken images or other problems Multi audio and internal subtitles are not supported in DLNA mode If more than one TV is connected to a single server in DLNA mode the content may not play depending on server performance Subtitles may not be supported depending on DLNA device DLNA feature may not work properly in all network environments ...

Page 66: ...rted by TV Too many sub folders and files included in one folder may cause malfunction Information about the file from DLNA server may not be displayed correctly Nero Media Home 4 Essentials is recommended when watching video subtitles on DLNA server To add a subtitle file later turn off the shared folder and reset DRM file tp file trp file mpo file located on a Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials server ...

Page 67: ...he connected USB storage device is available for immediate use To remove the USB device Q MENU USB Device Select a USB storage device and remove it Once the message that the USB device was removed is displayed remove the device from the TV After selecting to remove USB device the USB storage Device cannot be read Remove the USB storage device and then reconnect it ...

Page 68: ...ion program or its own driver may not work Some USB storage device may not work or may work improperly Use only those USB storage devices formatted with FAT32 or NTFS File System provided by Windows For external USB HDD use devices with less than 5V rated voltages and 500 mA rated current ...

Page 69: ...ower saving function does not work properly turn the power off and on For more information refer to the user manual of USB HDD Data in the USB storage device can be damaged so back up important files in other devices Data maintenance is the user s responsibility The manufacturer is not responsible for data loss ...

Page 70: ... To use My Media SETTINGS MY MEDIA All Media Movie List Photo List Music List Select desired file from the list Watch the chosen file Sets play related settings by checking option during disk playback ...

Page 71: ...Registration Code to rent or purchase movies at www divx com vod When using the DivX Reg Code of a different device you cannot replay the rented purchased DivX file Use only the DivX Reg Code granted to this specific device Converted files not conforming to the DivX Codec Standard may not be replayed or may produce abnormal sound DivX Deregistration Deregisters DivX ...

Page 72: ...transfer rate 20 Mbps Mega bit per second External supported subtitle formats smi srt sub MicroDVD SubViewer 1 0 2 0 ass ssa txt TMPlayer psb PowerDivX Internal supported subtitle formats XSUB Supports internal subtitles generated from DivX6 ...

Page 73: ... Video VC 1 Advanced Profile VC 1 Simple and Main Profiles Audio WMA Standard 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 mp4 m4v mov Video H 264 AVC MPEG 4 Part 2 XViD Audio AAC MPEG 1 Layer III MP3 ...

Page 74: ...gital MPEG 1 Layer III MP3 ts trp tp 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 Audio MPEG 1 Layer I II ...

Page 75: ... Available music file File type mp3 Bit rate 32 Kbps 320 Kbps Sample freq 16 kHz 48 kHz Support MPEG1 MPEG2 Layer2 Layer3 ...

Page 76: ...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 Category 3D mpo Available file type mpo Photo size 4 3 size 3 648 x 2 736 2 592 x 1 944 2 048 x 1 536 3 2 size 3 648 x 2 432 ...

Page 77: ...ame names to the video and subtitle files for proper display Streams containing GMC Global Motion Compensation or Qpel Quarterpel Motion Estimation are not supported Only H 264 AVC profile levels 4 1 and lower are supported Video files that exceed 50 GB Gigabyte are not supported for playback The file size limit is dependent on the encoding environment ...

Page 78: ...s Adjust the location or orientation of the antenna Save the desired viewing channels on Auto Tuning or Channel Edit ꕢ ꕢ After turning on the TV there is a delay before full images appear This is normal because an image deletion process was inserted to clean up image noises that may occur immediately after the power is turned on ...

Page 79: ...ut is normal When the test image is normal check connected external devices or broadcast signal ꕢ ꕢ Images from the previously viewed channel or other channels linger or the screen shows annoying lines Adjust the antenna to the direction of the TV station or refer to the manual for proper way to connect the antenna ...

Page 80: ... as mobile phones power tools and other small electrical appliances ꕢ ꕢ The screen display freezes or does not work properly during digital broadcast It may happen when the signals are weak or the reception is unstable Adjust the antenna s orientation or cable connections If the signal strength or quality is low on Manual Tuning contact the TV station or administration office for checkup ...

Page 81: ...n or unclear when connected to HDMI Check the HDMIⓇ cable specifications Failure to use genuine HDMIⓇ cable may cause images to fade in and out or not be displayed properly Verify that all cable connections are securely connected When connections are not secure images may not be properly displayed ꕢ ꕢ Does not work when connected to USB storage device Verify that the USB device and cable is versio...

Page 82: ...Sound Test to verify that sound signal output is normal When the test sound is normal check connected external devices or broadcast signal ꕢ ꕢ Screen display is on but no sound Check other TV channels Depending on model Make sure the TV Speaker is set to On ...

Page 83: ...le signal or if multi audio is unstable select Mono on Multi Audio Adjust the Balance with the Navigation Button ꕢ ꕢ TV sound is not in sync with the lips or the sound breaks up occasionally If it occurs only with a certain TV channel that station s broadcast signal may have a problem Check with the TV station or your cable operator ...

Page 84: ... to On ꕢ ꕢ On certain channels sound does not come out or only the background music plays If it is a program created for overseas viewers On Language set Language Audio Language to the desired language Changes to the language on Multi Audio may returned to the default setup by turning off the power or changing the channel ...

Page 85: ...ꕢ ꕢ There is no sound when connected to HDMI USB Verify 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 86: ...f the resolution is correctly set for PC input To use the TV as a secondary monitor check that the connected desktop or laptop supports dual monitor displays ꕢ ꕢ There is no sound after connecting the computer with the HDMI cable Check with the video card manufacturer to ensure it supports HDMI voice output Video cards manufactured in DVI format require connection of a separate sound cable ...

Page 87: ...nnected to the computer the display is partially cut off or shifts to one side Set up the resolution supporting PC input If it does not work reboot the computer Select Screen RGB PC and adjust Position Size Phase ...

Page 88: ...ension is supported ꕢ ꕢ This is not a file that is supported The above error message appears Sound video or subtitles is not normal Make sure that the file replays normally on the video player in the computer Check for damaged files Check if My Media can support selected file For information on requesting service refer to the TV s menu SETTINGS Customer Support Product Service Info ...

Page 89: ...le protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interfer...

Page 90: ...elp This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Indoor use only FCC Caution for indoor use only use outdoors or in other modes not covered by this manual may viola...

Page 91: ...ral take back and recycling systems currently in operation worldwide Many parts will be reused and recycled while harmful substances and heavy metals are treated by an environmentally friendly method 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 ...

Page 92: ... carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority MISE AU REBUS seules des lampes au mercure sont util isées avec le Téléviseur ACL Les lampes fluorescentes utilisées dans ce produit contiennent une minime quantité de mercure Ne pas jeter cet appareil avec vos déchets domestiques La mise au rebus de cet appareil doit être effectuée en fonction des règles en vigueur dans votre c...

Page 93: ... La lámpara fluorescente usada en este producto contiene una cantidad mínima de mercurio No disponga este producto junto con la basura normal de la casa La disposición de este producto debe ser manejado de acuerdo a los reglamentos de la autoridad local ...

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