LG 32LDBT, 37LDBT, 42LDBT Users manual

LCD TV PLASMA TV

As an ENERGY STAR

Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc.

has determined that this

product meets the ENERGY

STAR guidelines for

energy efficiency.

LCD TV MODELS PLASMA TV MODELS

32LC7D 37 LC 7D 42LC7D

42PC5D 50PC5D

P/NO : MFL34797004 (0612-REV00)

WARNING / CAUTION

To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

WARNING / CAUTION

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.

WARNING/CAUTION

FCC NOTICE

Class B digital device

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 to 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.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product

SAFETY INSTRUCTION

Owner Manual

Owner ManualOwner Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate

WARNING / CAUTION

booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the apparatus.

This information shall be given in a language acceptable to the country where the apparatus is intended to be used.

The important safety instructions shall be entitled “Important Safety Instructions”. The following safety instructions shall be included where applicable, and, when used, shall be verbatim as follows. Additional safety information may be included by adding statements after the end of the following safety instruction list. At the manufacturer’s option, a picture or drawing that illustrates the intent of a specific safety instruction may be placed immediately adjacent to that safety instruction :

Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar-

ized 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 are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat.

Owner Manual

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.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service person-

nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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.

Outdoor Use Marking : WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or

Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Appliance To Rain Or Moisture

Wet Location Marking : Apparatus shall not be

exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on or over apparatus.

WARNING / CAUTION

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

GGRROOUU NNDDIINNGG

Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock. If grounding methods are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker.

Do not try to ground the unit by connecting it to telephone wires, lightening rods, or gas pipes.

Short-circuit

Breaker

DDIISSCCOONNNNEECC TTIINNGG DDEEVVIICCEE FFRROOMM MMAA IINNSS

Mains plug is the disconnecting device. The plug must remain readily operable.

Power Supply

CONTENTS

WARNING / CAUTION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CONTENTS

PREPARATION

Accessories Front & Back Panel Information Front & Back Panel Information Attaching the TV to a Wall Stand Installation

Desktop Pedestal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Back Cover for Wire Arrangement

Antenna or Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

HD Receiver Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

DVD Setup VCR Setup Other A/V Source Setup

PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-26

AV Out Setup & Digital Audio Output

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Manual Picture Adjustment

- EZ Picture - User Mode

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- Color Tone - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

XD - Picture Improvement Technology Advanced - Cinema 3:2 PulldownMode Advanced - Black (Darkness) Level Picture Reset Low - Power Picture Mode

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Image Sticking Minimization (ISM) Method

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SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL

Preset Sound Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Balance Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup TV Speakers On/Off Setup Audio Language

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On-Screen Menus Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Caption/Text Caption Option

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TIME SETTING

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

Remote Control Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29

Turning the TV On

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Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Volume Adjustment On-Screen Menus Selection Channel Search

- Auto Scan (EZ Scan)

- Add / Delete Channel (Manual Scan)

- Channel Editing DTV Signal Strength Input Source Selection Input Label SimpLink

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PICTURE CONTROL

Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Preset Picture Settings

- EZ Picture Preset

- Color Tone Preset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

- Auto Color Setup

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- Manual Color Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Auto On/Off Timer Setting Sleep Timer Setting

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Auto Shut-off Setting

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PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS

Set Password & Lock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Channel Blocking & External Input Blocking External Input Blocking Movie & TV Rating

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APPENDIX

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Maintenance Product Specifications Programming the Remote Control IR Codes External Control Through RS-232C

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PREPARATION

Manuel de l’Utilisateur

1.5V 1.5V

1 2 3

4 5 6

7809

BACK

VOL CH

MUTE

FAV

B R

IG H

T +

ENTER

T IM

E R

POWER

V CR

DVD

AUDIO

CABLE

MODE

TV INPUT

INPUT

ACCESSORIES

Ensure that the following accessories are included with your product. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product.

User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for the product.

WARNING / CAUTION

Owner’s Manual Batteries

OOppttiioonn EExxttrraass

75ohm Round Cable

D-sub 15 pin Cable

FFoorr PPllaassmmaa TTVV mmooddeellss

2-eye-bolts 2-Wall brackets

FFoorr LLCCDD TTVV mmooddeellss

Remote Control Power Cord

2- TV Bracket Bolts 2- TV Brackets,

2- Wall Brackets

Cable Management

Twister Holder

Arrange the wires with

the twister holder.

2266”” ,, 33 22”” oonn llyy

4-Bolts for stand assembly

(Refer to p.15)

+ 14 hidden pages