LG 29FU8 series, 29FD7 series, 29FD5 series, 21FD5 SERIES, 21FC8 series Owner's Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

Colour Television

information to your dealer when you require service.

See the label attached on the back cover and quote this

Record model number and serial number of the set.

Retain it for future reference.

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.

P/NO : 3828VA0464A(VERSION 08)

Chassis MC-049A/B/C:

Contents

2

Important Precautions 3

Safety/Installation

Location and function of controls 5

Remote control handset
Front panel

Basic operation

8

On and off / Programme selection
Volume adjustment / Quick view
Mute function / Auto Demonstration
On screen language selection (option)

On screen menus 9

Menu selection

Setting up TV stations 10

Auto programme tuning / Auto programme scan/
Manual programme tuning / Fine Tuning / Assigning a station name /
Booster (Option) Programme edit / Deleting a programme /
Copying programme/Moving a programme/ Skipping a programme number /
Favourite programme/Calling the programme/
Selecting a programme in the programme table/
Paging through programme table

Picture adjustment 15

Picture adjustment / Eye (option) / Picture format
Turbo picture selection (option)

Sound adjustment 17

Sound adjustment / Woofer volume (option) / FM Transmitter (option)
Turbo sound selection (option) / Stereo / Dual reception (option)
NICAM reception (option) / Sound output selection

Timing setting 19

Time setting / On/off time / off time / On time
On programme number / Auto sleep

Other functions 20

On screen language selection (option) / TV and AV modes /
Auto AV switching (option) / Child lock / Blue back / Tilt (option) /
Degaussing (option) / Sleep timer (option) / LG game (option) / LG Reach (option) /
Jumble numbers (option) / Brainvita (option) / Jumble character (option) /
Space fighter (option) / Remote control for above game (option) /
Game Pack (option) / Remote control for game (option)

PIP operation (option) 24

On and off / Input mode selection for sub picture
Swapping between main and sub pictures
Programme selection for sub pictures (option)
Sub picture size / Sub picture freeze
Sub picture position change / 9 or 4 sub picture

Connection of external equipment 25

Aerial socket / Audio / Video in/out sockets (option)
Euro scart socket (option)
S-Video / Audio in sockets S-AV (option)
Component in sockets (option)
Headphone socket (option)

Troubleshooting check list 27

3

Important Precautions

This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety, however
improper use may result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order to allow the proper
operation of all safeguards incorporated in this TV set, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing. Keep it in an accessible place for future reference.

On Safety

Do not Open the TV set

There are no user serviceable components inside.
There are Dangerous High Voltages inside, even when the power is OFF.
Contact your dealer if the TV is not operating properly.

To Avoid Personal Injury :

Do not place the TV set on a sloping shelf unless properly secured.

Use only fixed wooden stand. The TV shall be positioned 5cm behind the front
edge of an open fronted with 1cm free space along the sides top and 5cm
depth behind the TV.

Do not try to roll a stand with small casters across thresholds or deep pile

carpets.

To Prevent Fire or Hazards:

Always turn the TV set OFF if you leave the room for more than a short period

of time. Never leave the TV set ON when leaving the house.

Keep children from dropping or pushing objects into the TV cabinet

openings. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages.

Do not add accessories that have not been designed for this TV set.

During a lighting storm or when the TV set is to be left unattended for an

extended period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and extreme socket.

Do not bring magnetic devices such as magnets or motors near the picture tube.

Operate the TV set only from a power source indicated in the specifications of this manual or
listed on the TV set. If you are not sure what type of power supply you have in your home,
consult with your dealer.

Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous. So are frayed power cords and
broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Call your service technician for
replacement.

The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the socket-outlet
is easily accessible after installation.

Hands must be dry when holding the power plug to avoid an electric shock.
Do not damage the power cord by disassembling, bending, pulling or heating up,

it can cause

fire or electric shock.
Make sure to completely insert the power plug. Insecure connections can cause fire.

Important Precautions

Power

This set operates on an AC mains supply, the voltage is as indicated on the label on the back
cover. Never apply DC power to the set. In the event of thunderstorms or powercuts, please

Service

pull out the aerial and mains plugs.

Aerial

Location

Connect the aerial cable to the socket marked 75 on the back cover. For the best reception
an outdoor aerial should be used.

The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as

No naked flame source such as lighted candles should be placed on the TV.

Never place the TV set in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
Never place the TV set near or over a radiator or heat source.

Position your set so that no bright light or sunlight falls directly onto the screen.

newspaper, table cloths, curtains, etc.

On Installation

Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the TV set
where the power cord is subject to damage.

Do not attempt to service the TV set yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Do not use this TV near water such as near bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundary tub,
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
TV set are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow the release of heat
generated during operation. If these openings are blocked, built-up heat can cause failures
which may result in a fire hazard. There fore,

On Cleaning

On Repacking

Unplug the TV set before cleaning the face of the TV screen.

Do not throw away the carton and packing materials. They make an ideal container in which to

Use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use an aerosol directly on the TV screen because

transport the unit. When shipping the unit to another location, repack it in its original material.

overspray may cause electric shock.

Caution:

Please do not use stabilizer with TV set as this set has inbuilt voltage

stabilizer. Use of Inferior quality stabilizer may damage the set.

Battery installation

The remote control handset is powered by two AA/AAA type batteries. To load the batteries, turn the remote
control handset over and open the battery compartment. Install two batteries as indicated by the polarity
symbols ( + and - ) marked inside the compartment.

Note: To avoid damage from possible battery leakage, remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the

remote control handset for an external period of time.

4

All the functions can be controlled with the remote control handset.
Some functions can also be adjusted with the buttons on the front
panel of the set.

Remote control handset

Before you use the remote control handset, please install the
batteries. See on the page No4.

1. POWER

switches the set On from standby or Off to standby.

2. NUMBER BUTTONS

switches the set On from standby or directly select a number.

3. ARC (Aspect Ratio Control)

Changes the picture format.

4. TURBO PICTURE / SOUND BUTTON
selects Turbo picture / sound.

5. / (Programme Up/Down)
selects a programme or a menu item.
switches the set On from standby.
scans programmes automatically.
/ (Volume Up/Down)
adjusts the volume.
adjusts menu settings.

6. VCR BUTTONS (option)

control a LG video cassette recorder.

7. SSM (Sound Status Memory)
recalls your preferred sound setting.

8. I/II (option)

selects the language during dual language broadcast (option).
selects the sound output.

9. PSM (Picture Status Memory)
recalls your preferred picture setting.

10. MUTE
switches the sound On or Off.

11. TV/AV

selects TV or AV mode.
switches the set On from standby.

12. MENU

selects a menu.

EYE/

Location and function of controls

5

POWER

MUTE

TV/AV ARC

SOUND

PICTURE

MENU

OK

T U R B O

REW

PLAY

FF

P/STILL

STOP

REC

I/II SSM LIST

PSM

SLEEP

Q.VIEW

1 2

3

4

5

6

7

8 09

10

11
12

13

14
15

16
17

18

SIZE

POSITION

9/4 PIP

PR- PR+ SWAP

INPUT

STILL

1

2

3
4

6

7

8
9

PR

VOL VOL

5

PR

19

(Without TELETEXT / With PIP)

FAVOURITE

VOL

VOL

VOL

SOUND

Q-VIEW

FAVOURITE

ARC/*

PICTURE

TURBO

l/ll

LIST

PSM

7

8

SSM

0

5

6

9

4

1

POWER

2

3

VOL

PR

PR

MUTE

OK

SLEEP

MENU

TV/AV

EYE/

*

1

2

3

10

11

12

5

13

Location and function of controls

6

13. OK

accepts your selection or display the current mode.

14. LIST

displays programme table.

15. EYE/ (option)

switch the eye function On or Off.

16. SLEEP

sets the sleep timer.

17. Q. VIEW

returns to the previously view programme.

18. PIP BUTTON (option)

for single tuner PIP models, the sub picture in RF mode will be
same as main picture.

PIP

switches the sub picture.

PR +/-

select a programme for the sub picture.

SWAP

alternates between main and sub picture.

SIZE

adjust the sub picture size.

STILL

freeze motion of the sub picture.

POSITION

relocates the sub picture in clockwise direction.

9/4 PIP
switches On or Off the 9 or 4 sub picture.
INPUT

press the input button to select the mode of sub picture.

19. FAVOURITE

pressing each time this button will select a stored favourite
programme.

COLOURED BUTTONS

These button are used for teletext (only TELETEXT models) or
programme edit.

Remarks :

1. Some keys in remote can be non-functional, these keys are use in

other models.

2. Keys marked * are non functional.

(Without TELETEXT/ PIP)Without

15

19

9

16

7

4
8

14
17

21FD5 SERIES

10

5

2

PR

6

VOL

Location and function of controls

1. MAIN POWER

switches the set On or Off.

2. POWER/STANDBY INDICATOR

illuminates brightly when the set is in
standby mode.

dims when the set is switched On.

3. MENU

selects a menu.

4. OK

accepts your selection or displays the
current mode.

5 (Programme Up/Down)

selects a programme or a menu item.
switches the set on from standby.
(Volume Down/Up)
adjusts the volume.
adjusts menu settings.

6. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Note : Only use the supplied remote
control handset. (When you use other,

they'll be not able to function).

7. HEADPHONE SOCKET (option)

Connect the headphone plug to this
socket.

8. AUDIO/VIDEO IN SOCKETS (AV2/AV3)
(Option)

Connect the audio/video out sockets of
External equipment to these sockets.

9. S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN SOCKETS (S-AV)
(option)

Connect the video out socket of an S
VIDEO VCR to the S-VIDEO socket.
Connect the audio out sockets of the
S-VIDEO VCR to the audio sockets as

in AV3.

10. EYE (option)

adjusts picture according to the Surroun­ding conditions.

Note : Do not place any heavy objects on

the TV set.

FRONT PANEL / SIDE PANEL

Shown below is a simplified representation of front or side panel, here shown may be somewhat different from your set.

ON/OFF

MENU

OK

VOL

PR

1 2 3 46 5

21/29FC8 series

10

S VIDEO

L/MONOVIDEO

AUDIO

R

8

7

AV3

9

MENU

OK

ON/OFF

1

3
4

S VIDEO

L/MONOVIDEO

AUDIO

R

AV3

8

9

7

LVIDEO

AUDIO

R

AV2

8

7

3

MENU

OK

ON/OFF

1

4

21FE4 series

5 2

10

PR

6

VOL

7

8

7

8

3

5
4

7

S VIDEO

L/MONOVIDEO

AUDIO

R

8

7

AV3

9

6

10

21

3
4

5

29FD7 series /29FU8

S VIDEO

L/MONOVIDEO

AUDIO

R

8

7

AV3

9

ON/OFF

MENU

OK VOL

PR

1 2 3 4 56

10

MENU

OK

ON/OFF

1

3
4

29FD5 series

5 2

106

PR

VOL

S VIDEO

L/MONOVIDEO

AUDIO

R

AV3

8

9

7

1

2

6

10

21FD7 series

2

6

10

21FU8 series

3
4

5

1

Basic operation

On and Off

1. Press the main power button to switch the set On.

2. If the set is in standby mode press the POWER, , TV/AV or
NUMBER buttons on the remote control handset to switch it On
fully.

3. Press the POWER button on the remote control handset.
The set reverts to standby mode.

4. Press the main power button again to switch the set Off.

Programme selection

You can select a programme number with the or NUMBER
buttons.

Volume adjustment

Press the button to adjust the volume.

Quick view

Press the Q.VIEW button to view the last programme you were
watching.

Press the MUTE button. The sound is switched Off. You can cancel it
by pressing the MUTE, , SSM, TURBO SOUND.

Auto Demonstration

To review all the menus programmed in the set, press the OK button
of the front panel control for about 10 seconds. To stop auto
demonstration, press any button of the front panel control or

POWER button of the remote control.
On screen language selection (option)

The menu can be displayed on the screen in desired language. First
select your language.

1. Press the MENU button and then button to select the
Special menu.

2. Press the button twice and then the button to select
Language.

3. Press the OK button.
All the on screen displays will appear in the selected language

4. Repeatedly press the MENU or button to return to normal TV
viewing.

8

Mute function

VOL

VOL

SOUND

Q-VIEW

FAVOURITE

ARC/*

PICTURE

TURBO

l/ll

LIST

PSM

7

8

SSM

0

5

6

9

4

1

POWER

2

3

VOL

PR

PR

MUTE

OK

TV/AV

SLEEP

MENU

EYE/

*

9

On screen menus

The dialogue between you and your set takes place on screen with
an operator menu. The buttons required for the operating steps are
also displayed.

Menu selection

1. Press the MENU button and then button to display each

menu.

2. Press the button and then button to select a menu item.

The selected menu item changes from white to blue.

3. Press the button to change the setting of a menu item or OK

button to display the sub menu.

Note :

a. In the teletext mode menus are not displayed.
b. In some models, the Normal /Turbo search will not display,

only the Start will display in the Auto Programme menu.

c. In some models, Tilt, Game, FM transmitter, Booster, DBS,

Woofer volume or Colour degauss will not display.

d. In some models, the Language will not display.

e) In some models, FM Transmitter will be displayed as X-wave.

VOL

VOL

SOUND

Q-VIEW

FAVOURITE

ARC/*

TV/AV

PICTURE

TURBO

l/ll

LIST

SLEEP

PSM

7

MENU

8

SSM

0

5

6

9

4

1

POWER

2

3

VOL

EYE/

*

PR

PR

MUTE

OK

Picture

Sound

Time

Special

Programme

O.5 1.5 10

KHz

5.0 O.1

OR