LED TV*
* LG LED TVs are LCD TVs with LED backlighting.
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your TV and retain it for future reference.
32LH500B
43LH5000
www.lg.com
P/NO : 0773-CE310010-L202
Important Safety Instructions
Always comply with the following precautions
to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak
performance of your product.
WARNING/CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 ash 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 sucient
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
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and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING/CAUTION
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING
If you ignore the warning message, you may
be seriously injured or there is a possibility of
accident or death.
CAUTION
If you ignore the caution message, you may
be slightly injured or the product may be
damaged.
NOTE
The note helps you understand and use the
product safely. Please read the note carefully
before using the product.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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 install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce
heat.
• 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 are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t 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.
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• Only use attachments/accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specied 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 qualied 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.
• Do not press strongly upon the panel with a
hand or a sharp object such as a nail, pencil, or
pen, or make a scratch on it.
• CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
(Can dier by country):
Check the specication page of this owner’s
manual to be certain. Do not connect too many
appliances to the same AC power outlet as this
could result in re or electric shock. 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 re.
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
service. Protect the power cord from physical or
mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,
pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay
particular
the point where the cord exits the appliance. Do
not move the TV with the power cord plugged
in. Do not use a damaged or loose power cord.
Be sure do grasp the plug when unplugging the
power cord. Do not pull on the power cord to
unplug the TV.
• Warning - To reduce the risk of re or electrical
shock, do not expose this product to rain,
moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV
with wet hands. Do not install this product near
ammable objects such as gasoline or candles,
or expose the TV to direct air conditioning.
attention to plugs, wall outlets, and
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• Do not stick metal objects or any other
conductive material into the power cord. Do
not touch the end of the power cord while it is
plugged in.
• Keep the packing anti-moisture material or
vinyl packing out of the reach of children.
Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed.
If swallowed, induce vomiting and go to the
nearest hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can
cause suocation. Keep it out of the reach of
children.
• Do not expose to dripping or splashing and
do not place objects lled with liquids, such as
vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g.,
on shelves above the unit).
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• Grounding
(Except for devices which are not grounded.)
Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire
to prevent possible electric shock (i.e., a TV
with a three-prong grounded AC plug must
be connected to a three-prong grounded AC
outlet). If grounding methods are not possible,
have a qualied electrician install a separate
circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the unit by
connecting it to telephone wires, lightning rods,
or gas pipes.
Power
Supply
Circuit
Breaker
• As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall
outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC power
source even if the unit is turned o.
• Do not attempt to modify this product in any
way without written authorization from LG
Electronics. Unauthorized modication could
void the user’s authority to operate this product.
• Outdoor Antenna Grounding
(Can dier by country):
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the
precautions below. An outdoor antenna system
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should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can come in contact with
such power lines or circuits as death or serious
injury can occur. Be sure the antenna system is
grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
in the U.S.A. provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna grounding according to the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
Ground Clamp
Electric Service
Equipment
Ground Clamp
NEC: National Electrical Code
• Cleaning
When cleaning, unplug the power cord and wipe
gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Do
not spray water or other liquids directly on the
TV as electric shock may occur. Do not clean with
chemicals such as alcohol, thinners, or benzene.
Antenna Lead in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductor
(NEC Section 810-21)
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
• Moving
Make sure the product is turned o, unplugged,
and all cables have been removed. It may take 2
or more people to carry larger TVs. Do not press
or put stress on the front panel of the TV.
• Ventilation
Install your TV where there is proper ventilation.
Do not install in a conned space such as a
bookcase. Do not cover the product with cloth or
other materials while plugged. Do not install in
excessively dusty places.
• If you smell smoke or other odors coming from
the TV, unplug the power cord and contact an
authorized service center.
• If water or another substance enters the
product (like an AC adapter, power cord, or TV),
disconnect the power cord and contact the
service center immediately. Otherwise, this may
result in re or electric shock.
• Use only an authorized AC adapter and power
cord approved by LG Electronics.
Otherwise, this may result in re, electric shock,
malfunction, or product deformation.
• Never disassemble the AC adapter or power
cord. This may result in re or electric shock.
• Keep the product away from direct sunlight.
• Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a
lightning storm.
• When mounting a TV on the wall, make sure not
to install the TV by hanging the power and signal
cables on the back of the TV.
• Do not allow an impact shock, any objects to fall
into the product, and do not drop anything onto
the screen.
• DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE FROM THE
MAIN POWER
The power plug is the disconnecting device.
In case of an emergency, the power plug must
remain readily accessible.
• Batteries
Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a safe
location out of the reach of children.
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• This apparatus uses batteries. In your community
there might be regulations that require you
to dispose of these batteries properly due to
environmental considerations. Please contact
your local authorities for disposal or recycling
information.
• The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack)
shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re or the like.
••Do not short circuit, disassemble, or allow the
batteries to overheat.
This equipment is a Class
electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a
way that it does not require a safety connection to
electrical earth.
• Do not use high voltage electrical equipment
near the TV. (e.g., a bug zapper.)
This may result in product malfunction.
• Dot Defect
The panel is a high technology product with
resolution of two million to six million pixels.
In a very few cases, you could see ne dots on
the screen while you’re viewing the TV. Those
dots are deactivated pixels and do not aect the
performance and reliability of the TV.
• Generated Sound
Cracking noise A cracking noise that occurs
when watching or turning o the TV is
generated by plastic thermal contraction due to
temperature and humidity. This noise is common
for products where thermal deformation is
required.
Electrical circuit humming/panel buzzing
A low level noise is generated from a highspeed switching circuit, which supplies a large
amount of current to operate a product. It varies
depending upon the product. This generated
sound does not aect the performance and
reliability of the product.
• Take care not to touch the ventilation openings.
When watching the TV for a long period, the
ventilation openings may become hot. This does
not aect the performance of the product or
cause defects in the pr
• Do not install this product on a wall if it could be
exposed to oil or oil mist. This may damage the
product and cause it to fall.
• If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may
be a small icker when it is turned on. This is
normal; there is nothing wrong with TV. Some
minute dot defects may be visible on the screen,
appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots.
However, they have no adverse eect on the TV’s
performance. Avoid touching the LCD screen or
holding your nger(s) against it for long periods
of time. Doing so may produce some temporary
distortion eects on the screen.
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oduct.
Preventing Image Burn or Burn-in on
Your TV Screen
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Displaying a still image for a prolonged period of
time may cause image sticking.
Avoid displaying a xed image on the TV screen
for a long period of time.
FCC NOTICE
(For USA)
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 o 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 the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
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. Any
changes or modications in construction of this
device which are not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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FCC Radio Frequency Interference
Requirements (for UNII devices)
High power radars are allocated as primary users
of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands.
These radar stations can cause interference with
and/or damage this device. This device cannot be
co-located with any other transmitter.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
[For having wireless function (WLAN, Bluetooth,...)]
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This transmitter must not be
colocated or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 20 cm (7.8 inches) between the radiator
and your body. Users must follow the specic
operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Industry Canada Statement
(For Canada)
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[For having wireless function (WLAN, Bluetooth,...)]
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry
Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. this device may not cause interference and
2. this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
(For Canada)
[For having wireless function (WLAN, Bluetooth,...)]
This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 20 cm (7.8
inches) between the radiator & your body.
NOTE : THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED
BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
(For Canada)
[For product having the wireless function using 5
GHz frequency bands]
• The device for operation in the band 5150–5250
MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel
mobile satellite systems;
• The maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the bands 5250–5350 MHz and
5470–5725 MHz shall comply with the EIRP limit;
and
• The maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the band 5725–5825 MHz shall
comply with the EIRP limits specied for pointto-point and non point-to-point operation as
appropriate.
• High-power radars are allocated as primary users
(i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250–5350 MHz
and 5650–5850 MHz and that these radars could
cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN
devices.
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER
(For USA and Canada)
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,
species 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.
LG Recycling Policy
(For USA)
LG Electronics oers a customized e-waste takeback and recycling service that meets local needs
and requirements in the countries where e-waste
regulations are in place, and also provides product
and packaging take-back and recycling service
voluntarily in some countries. LG Electronics
evaluates products’ recyclability at the design step
using LG’s recyclability evaluation tool, with the
goal of improving recyclability where practicable.
Through these activities, LG seeks to contribute to
conserving natural resources and protecting the
environment.
For more information about the LG Recycling
Policy, please visit our global site at