LG 23LX2R User Manual

LCD TV

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.

P/NO : 3828TUL321C (0505-REV00)

Printed in Korea

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL: 23LX2R

Internet Home Page : http://us.lge.com

http://www.lg.ca

Warning

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to

the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of

important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

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COMPLIANCE:

The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 Phone: 1-201-816-2000 http://www.lgusa.com

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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WARNING :

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, DO NOT expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION :

These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions continued

12. Use only with a 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.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any

way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

On Disposal

a. The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury. b. Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.

Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain.

Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.

Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance.

Contents

After reading this manual, keep it handy for future reference.

Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4

Introduction

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connection Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Remote Control Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Installation

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Kensington Security System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installation Instruction

Connection of TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Cable Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Swivel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

External Equipment Connections

Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Cable TV Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

External A/V Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

DTV Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Operation

TV Operation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Menu Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Channel Menu Options

Memorizing the Channels with EZ Scan . . . . . .16

Add/Delete Channels with Manual Program . . .16

Favorite Channels Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Picture Menu Options

EZ Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Manual Picture Control (User option) . . . . . . . .17

Cinema Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Picture Format (ARC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Sound Menu Options

EZ Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Equalizer Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

AVL (Auto Volume Leveler) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Sound Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Time Menu Options

Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

On/Off Timer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Sleep Timer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Special Menu Options

Closed Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Caption/Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Lock Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Lock Menu Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

PC Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Troubleshooting Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Contents

Introduction

Controls

VOL

ENTER

VIDEO

CHANNEL Buttons

VOLUME Buttons

ENTER Button

MENU Button

TV·VIDEO Button

ON/OFF Button

Remote Control Sensor Power/Standby Indicator

Glows red in Standby mode, Glows green when the TV is turned on.

Introduction

AC INPUT

REMOTE CONTROL

JACK

UPGRADE PORT

JACK

DVI INPUT

(RGB INPUT)

COMPONENT1 (DVD/DTV IN)

((480i/480p/720p/1080i), Audio)

AUDIO/VIDEO

INPUT

PC SOUND INPUT

ANTENNA

INPUT

S-VIDEO INPUT

COMPONENT2 IN (480i)

AUDIO INPUT

Connection Options

Introduction

- When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV.

MUTE

Switches the sound on or off.

ENTER

DD / EE

(Channel button)

VOL

FF / GG

(Volume button)

POWER

MTS

(Refer to p.19)

EXIT

MULTIMEDIA

Selects:

TV, Component 1,

Component 2

or PC mode.

VIDEO

(Refer to p.17)

SLEEP

(Refer to p.21)

FLASHBK

Press the FLASHBK button to return to the last channel you were watching.

AUDIO

(Refer to p.18)

(Refer to p.22)

TV/VIDEO

Selects: TV, Video, S-Video,

Component 1, Component 2

or PC mode.

FCR

(Refer to p.16)

NUMBER buttons

• Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and insert the batteries with correct polarity.

• Use two 1.5V batteries of AAA type. Don’t mix used batteries with new batteries.

Remote Control Key Functions

ARC

(Refer to p.17)

Installing Batteries

Installation

Owner’s Manual

1.5V

AAA Batteries

Power Cord

Remote Control

DVI-D cable (PC)

DVI to D-Sub cable (PC)

Audio cable (PC)

NOTES a. If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when when it is turned on.

This is normal, there is nothing wrong with TV.

b. Some minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots. However, they have no

adverse effect on the monitor's performance.

c. Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time.

Doing so may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.

Tie Holder

- Arrange the wires with the tie Holder.

Kensington Security System

Accessories

- The TV is equipped with a Kensington Security System connector on the back panel. Connect the Kensington Security System cable as shown below.

- For the detailed installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user’s guide provided with the Kensington Security System. For further information, contact http://www.kensington.com, the internet homepage of the Kensington company. Kensington sells security systems for expensive electronic equipment such as notebook PCs and LCD projectors.

NOTE

- The Kensington Security System is an optional accessory.

Polishing cloth

Installation

Installation Instruction

Swivel stand

- The TV can be conveniently swivelled on its stand 30° to the left or right to provide the optimum viewing angle.

Connection of

Connection of TVTV

Pull the back cover backside while pushing the two tabs and then lift it up.

Connect the antenna cable to the socket marked +75 Ω on the back. For the best reception an

outdoor antenna should be used.

To connect an additional equipment, see the External Equipment Connections section.

Connect the power cord.

Close the back cover.

Cable Holders

- Thread, then pull the cables (except the antenna cable) through the hole on the TV stand. Arrange the antenna cable through the side hole as shown below.

1 2

3 4

2 4

Antenna cable

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