LG 21FU8RGE-TS Owner’s Manual

Colour Television

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.

Chassis : MC-059C

P/No. : MFL39815401 (MC059C,REV. 00)

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
On screen language selection (option)
On screen menus	9
Menu selection
Setting up TV stations	10
Auto programme tuning
Manual programme tuning
Programme edit
Favourite programme
Calling the programme table
Picture adjustment	16
PSM (Picture Status Memory)
CSM (Colour Status Memory)
Picture adjustment / Eye (option)
XD Picture Selection
Sound adjustment (option)	18
SSM (Sound Status Memory) / Sound adjustment
Turbo selection (option)/ Sound output selection (option)
Stereo/Dual reception (option)
NICAM reception (option)
Time setting	21
Setting the clock
Setting the On/Off timer
Auto sleep
Other functions	22
TV and AV modes / Auto AV switching (option)
Child lock / Blue back (option)
Games (option) / Sleep timer
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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

Important Precautions

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.

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 pull out the aerial and mains plugs.

Service

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.

Aerial

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

Location

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,

The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as newspaper, table cloths, curtains, etc.

Never place the TV set in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.

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

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.

On Cleaning

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

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

On Repacking

Do not throw away the carton and packing materials.They make an ideal container in which to transport the unit.When shipping the unit to another location, repack it in its original material.

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.

On Off

O O

favourite

9/10. Turbo Picture/Sound Button

Select Turbo Picture/Sound.

POWER MUTE

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

MENU 0 TV/AV

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	VI			IST
	E	W		IST
6		W		L	14
6					14
7	PSM		SSM/*	SLEEP	15
7					15
8	FAVOURITE		PICTURE	SOUND	16
	FAVOURITE		PICTURE	SOUND

TURBO

9/10

TYPE - A

			11.	MUTE
				switches the sound On or Off.
			12.	TV/AV
				selects TV or AV mode.
				switches the set On from standby.
			13.	ARC/I/II/*(option)
POWER		MUTE		changes the picture format
			11	selects the language during dual language broadcast. (option)
1	2	3		selects the sound output.
4	5	6	14.	LIST
				displays the programme table.