LG 32LM500BPUA User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Safety and Reference

LED TV*

* LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights.

Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.

32LM500BPUA 43LM5000PUA 28LM400B-PU

28LM430B-PU
28TL430D-PU

*MFL71101902*

(1906-REV02)

www.lg.com

Printed in Korea

Copyright © 2019 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Important Safety Instruction

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•  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 ampliers) 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.

•  Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.

•  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied 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 qualied 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.

By using this product, you agree that all disputes between you and LG arising out of or relating in any way to this product (including but not 
limited to warranty disputes) shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration on an individual basis. The terms of the arbitration 
agreement (including details on the procedure for resolving disputes) is available at www.lg.com/us/arbitration (USA) or www.lg.ca/arbitration 
(Canada).

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Warning! Safety Instructions

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s

enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk 
of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of 
important operating and maintenance (servicing)

instructions in the literature accompanying the device.

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

•  TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF FIRE, KEEP CANDLES OR OTHER ITEMS 
WITH OPEN FLAMES AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES.

•  Do not place the TV and/or remote control in the following

environments:

 - Keep the product away from direct sunlight.

 - An area with high humidity such as a bathroom

- Near any heat source such as stoves and other devices that 
produce heat.

- Near kitchen counters or humidiers where they can easily be 
exposed to steam or oil.

 - An area exposed to rain or wind.

- 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).

- Near ammable objects such as gasoline or candles, or expose 
the TV to direct air conditioning.

 - Do not install in excessively dusty places. 

Otherwise, this may result in re, electric shock, combustion/
explosion, malfunction or product deformation.

•  Ventilation

- Install your TV where there is proper ventilation. Do not install in 
a conned space such as a bookcase.

 - Do not install the product on a carpet or cushion.

- Do not block or cover the product with cloth or other materials 
while unit is plugged in.

•  Take care not to touch the ventilation openings. When watching 
the TV for a long period, the ventilation openings may become hot.

•  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 device.

•  Do not move the TV whilst the Power cord is plugged in.

•  Do not use a damaged or loosely tting power cord.

•  Be sure do grasp the plug when unplugging the power cord. Do 
not pull on the power cord to unplug the TV.

•  Do not connect too many devices to the same AC power outlet as 
this could result in re or electric shock.

•  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.

•  Do not let your children climb or cling onto the TV. Otherwise, the 
TV may fall over, which may cause serious injury.

•  Outdoor Antenna Grounding (Can dier by country):

- If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. 
An outdoor antenna system 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

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•  Grounding (Except for devices which are not grounded.)

- TV with a three-prong grounded AC plug must be connected to 
a three-prong grounded AC outlet. Ensure that you connect the 
earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock.

•  Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a lightning storm. 
You may be electrocuted.

•  Make sure the power cord is connected securely to the TV and wall 
socket if not secured damage to the Plug and socket may occur and 
in extreme cases a re may break out.

•  Do not insert metallic or inammable objects into the product. If a 
foreign object is dropped into the product, unplug the power cord 
and contact the customer service.

•  Do not touch the end of the power cord while it is plugged in. You 
may be electrocuted.

•  If any of the following occur, unplug the product

immediately and contact your local customer service.

 - The product has been damaged.

- If water or another substance enters the product (like an AC 
adapter, power cord or TV).

 - If you smell smoke or other odors coming from the TV

 - When lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

Even the TV is turned o by remote control or button, AC power 
source is connected to the unit if not unplugged in.

•  Do not use high voltage electrical equipment near the TV (e.g., a 
bug zapper). This may result in product malfunction.

•  Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written 
authorization from LG Electronics. Accidental re or electric shock 
can occur. Contact your local customer service for service or repair. 
Unauthorized modication could void the user’s authority to 
operate this product.

•  Use only an authorized attachments / accessories approved by 
LG Electronics. Otherwise, this may result in re, electric shock, 
malfunction, or product damage.

•  Never disassemble the AC adapter or power cord. This may result in 
re or electric shock.

•  Handle the adapter carefully to avoid dropping or striking it. An 
impact could damage the adapter.

•  To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not touch the TV 
with wet hands. If the power cord prongs are wet or covered with 
dust, dry the power plug completely or wipe dust o.

•  Batteries

- Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a safe location out of the 
reach of children.

- Do not short circuit, disassemble, or allow the batteries to 
overheat. Do not dispose of batteries in a re. Batteries should 
not be exposed to excessive heat.

•  Moving

- When 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. Otherwise, this may result in product damage, re 
hazard or injury.

•  Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the 
reach of children.

•  Do not allow an impact shock, any objects to fall into the product, 
and do not drop anything onto the screen.

•  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. It may 
causedamage to screen.

•  Cleaning

- When cleaning, unplug the power cord and wipe gently with a 
soft/dry cloth. Do not spray water or other liquids directly on the 
TV. Do not clean your TV with chemicals including glass cleaner, 
any type of air freshener, insecticide, lubricants, wax (car, 
industrial), abrasive, thinner, benzene, alcohol etc., which can 
damage the product and/or its panel. Otherwise, this may result 
in electric shock or product damage.

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Preparing

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Optional Extras

•  When the TV is turned on for the rst time after being shipped 
from the factory, initialization of the TV may take approximately 
one minute.

•  Image shown may dier from your TV.

•  Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may dier slightly from that 
shown in this manual.

•  The available menus and options may dier from the input source 
or product model that you are using.

•  New features may be added to this TV in the future.

•  The device must be easily accessed to a location outlet near the 
access. Some devices are not made by turning on / o button, 
turning o the device and unplugging the power cord.

•  The items supplied with your product may vary depending upon 
the model.

•  Product specications or contents of this manual may be changed 
without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.

•  For an optimal connection, HDMI cables and USB devices should 
have bezels less than 10 mm (0.39 inches) thick and 18 mm (0.7 
inches) width.

•  Use an extension cable that supports USB 2.0 if the USB cable or 
USB ash drive does not t into your TV’s USB port.

•  Use a certied cable with the HDMI logo attached. If you do not use 
a certied HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection 
error may occur.

•  Recommended HDMI cable types, (3 m (9.84 feet) or less). 

 - Ultra High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable

B

B

*A < 10 mm (0.39 inches)

 18 mm (0.7 inches)

*B 

Optional extras can be changed or modied for quality improvement 
without any notication. Contact your dealer for buying these items. 
These devices work only with certain models.

The model name or design may be changed due to the manufacturer’s 
circumstances or policies.

Wall Mounting Bracket

(Depending upon model)

Make sure to use screws and wall mount bracket that meet the VESA 
standard. Standard dimensions for the wall mount kits are described in 
the following table.

Model 32LM50* 43LM50*

VESA (A x B)
(mm)

Standard
screw

Number of
screws

Wall mount
bracket
(optional)

100 x 100 200 x 200 100 x 100

M4 M6 M4

4 4 4

LSW140B

LSW240B
MSW240

28LM40*
28LM43*
28TL43*

RW120

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Lifting and moving the TV

When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV 

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from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless 
of its type and size.

•  It is recommended to move the TV in the box or packing material 
that the TV originally came in.

•  Before moving or lifting the TV, disconnect the power cord and 
all cables.

•  When holding the TV, the screen should face away from you to 
avoid damage.

•  Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame rmly. Make sure not to 
hold the transparent part, speaker, or speaker grille area.

•  Use at least two people to move a large TV.

•  When transporting the TV by hand, hold the TV as shown in the 
following illustration.

•  When transporting the TV, do not expose the TV to jolts or 
excessive vibration.

•  When transporting the TV, keep the TV upright; never turn the TV 
on its side or tilt towards the left or right.

•  When handling the TV, be careful not to damage the protruding 
buttons.

•  Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in 
damage to the screen.

•  Do not place the product on the oor with its front facing 
down without padding. Failure to do so may result in 
damage to the screen.

•  When attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen 
facing down on a cushioned table or at surface to protect 
the screen from scratches.

Mounting on the Table

1  Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table.  

•  Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper 
ventilation.

10 cm (4 inches)

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

(Depending upon model)

2  Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

•  Do not apply foreign substances (oils, lubricants, etc.) to 
the screw parts when assembling the product.  
(Doing so may damage the product.)

•  If you install the TV on a stand, you need to take actions 
to prevent the product from overturning. Otherwise, the 
product may fall over, which may cause injury.

•  Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and 
product life span.

•  Any damage or injuries caused by using unapproved items 
are not covered by the warranty.

•  Make sure that the screws are fastened tightly. (If they 
are not fastened securely enough, the TV may tilt forward 
after being installed.)

•  Do not fasten the screws with excessive force otherwise 
they may be worn out and become loose.

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Securing TV to the Wall

(Depending upon model)

1  Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets and bolts on the back 

of the TV. 

•  If there are bolts inserted at the eye-bolts position, remove the 
bolts rst.

2  Mount the wall brackets with the bolts to the wall. 

Match the location of the wall bracket and the eye-bolts on the rear 
of the TV.

3  Connect the eye-bolts and wall brackets tightly with a sturdy rope. 

Make sure to keep the rope horizontal with the at surface.

•  Use a platform or cabinet that is strong and large enough to 
support the TV securely.

•  Brackets, bolts and ropes are not provided. You can obtain 
additional accessories from your local dealer.

Mounting to the Wall

An optional wall mount can be used with your LG Television. Consult 
with your local dealer for a wall mount that supports the VESA 
standard used by your TV model. Carefully attach the wall mount 
bracket at the rear of the TV. Install the wall mount bracket on a solid 
wall perpendicular to the oor. If you are attaching the TV to other 
building materials, please contact qualied personnel to install the 
wall mount. Detailed instructions will be included with the wall mount. 
We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount. The LG wall 
mount is easy to adjust or to connect the cables. When you do not use 
LG’s wall mount bracket, use a wall mount bracket where the device is 
adequately secured to the wall with enough space to allow connectivity 
to external devices. If you are using a non-adjustable mount, attach the 
mount to the wall. Attach the cables to the TV rst, then attach the TV 
to the mount.

10 cm (4 inches)

10 cm

(Depending upon model)

•  Remove the stand before installing the TV on a wall 
mount by performing the stand attachment in reverse.

•  For more information of screws and wall mount bracket, 
refer to the Separate purchase.

•  If you intend to mount the product to a wall, attach VESA 
standard mounting interface (optional parts) to the back 
of the product. When you install the set to use the wall 
mounting bracket (optional parts), x it carefully so as 
not to drop.

•  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 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.

•  Screw length from outer surface of back cover should 
be under 8 mm (0.31 inches). (For 28LM40*, 28LM43*, 
28TL43*)

Wall mount Pad

Standard screw

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

Wall mount Pad

Back Cover

: M4 x L10

Max. 8 mm
(0.31 inches)

Back Cover

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Connections

You can connect various external devices to the TV. For more 

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information on external device’s connection, refer to the manual 
provided with each device.

Antenna/Cable

Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch TV while referring to 
the following. The illustrations may dier from the actual items and an 
RF cable is optional.

•  Make sure not to bend the copper wire of the RF cable.

Copper wire

•  Complete all connections between devices, and then connect the 
power cord to the power outlet to prevent damage to your TV.

•  Use a signal splitter to use 2 TVs or more.

•  DTV Audio Supported Codec: MPEG, Dolby Digital, HE-AAC

Other connections

Connect your TV to external devices. For the best picture and audio 
quality, connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable.

HDMI

•  When connecting the HDMI cable, the product and external devices 
should be turned o and unplugged.

•  HDMI Audio Supported Format:
(Depending upon model)
AC3 (32 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz),
PCM (32 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz)

External Devices

Supported external devices are: Blu-ray player, HD receivers, DVD 
players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, 
and other external devices. For more information on external device’s 
connection, refer to the manual provided with each device.

•  If you record a TV program on a Blu-ray/DVD recorder or VCR, make 
sure to connect the TV signal input cable to the TV through a DVD 
recorder or VCR. For more information about recording, refer to the 
manual provided with the connected device.

•  The external device connections shown may dier slightly from 
illustrations in a manual.

•  Connect external devices to the TV regardless about the order of 
the TV port.

•  If you connect a gaming device to the TV, use the cable supplied 
with the gaming device.

•  Refer to the external equipment’s manual for operating 
instructions.

•  In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, 
vertical pattern, contrast or brightness. If noise is present, change 
the PC output to another resolution, change the refresh rate to 
another rate or adjust the brightness and contrast on the [Picture] 
menu until the picture is clear.

Using Button

You can simply operate the TV functions, using the button.

Basic functions

Power On / O (Press)  

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