LG 37LB5DFUL, 42LB5DFUL User 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.

LCD TV PLASMA TV

OWNER’S MANUAL

LCD TV MODELS

37LB5D
42LB5D
47LB5D
52LB5D
47LC7DF

PLASMA TV MODELS

50PY3D
60PY3D

www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca

As an ENERGY STAR
Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc.
has determined that this
product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines
for energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving
guidelines issued by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency(EPA).

is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under
license from SRS Labs, Inc.

LG TV with this logo displays Full HD(high-defini­tion) 1080p native resolution by receiving and pro­cessing a Full HD 1080p signal.

LG TV with this logo can play MP3 music from a
MP3 player, such as iPOD, and JPEG images from a
digital camera through the USB device.

With HDMI CEC support of LG’s audio/video device
connected to the HDMI (high-definition multimedia
interface), LG TV with this logo works easily with one
remote control.

It has three HDMI ports that connect audio and
video devices with one cable and produces the high­est quality digital images and sound.

TruSurround XT

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
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Dolby

“and the double-D symbol are trademarks of

Dolby Laboratories.

High-definition television. High-resolution digital
television broadcast and playback system composed
of roughly a million or more pixels, 16:9 aspect-ratio
screens, and AC3 digital audio. A subset of digital
television, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p
resolutions.

LG's own special digital image generator, consisting
of a full digital image processor, six different main
picture quality factors.

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TruSurround XT

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WARNING / CAUTION

WARNING / CAUTION

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

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.

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

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.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO

USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING/CAUTION

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

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate
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 install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers)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 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.

Unplug this apparatus when unused for long
periods of time.

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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.

Never touch this apparatus or antenna during
a thunder or lighting storm.

Do not allow a impact shock or any objects to
fall into the product, and do not drop onto the
screen with something.

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 exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

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.

Outdoor use marking :
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or elec-

tric 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.

GGRROOUU NNDD IINNGG

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.

DDIISSCC OONNNNEECC TTII NN GG DDEEVVIICCEE FFRROOMM MMAAIINNSS

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

Owner Ma

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Power
Supply

Short-circuit

Breaker

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CONTENTS

WARNING / CAUTION

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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FEATURE OF THIS TV

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PREPARATION

Accessories

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Front Panel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Back Panel Information

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Stand Installation

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Not using the desk-type stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Swivel Stand

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Back Cover for Wire Arrangement

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Attaching the TV to a Wall

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

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VESA Wall Mounting

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Antenna or Cable Connection

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

HD Receiver Setup

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DVD Setup

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VCR Setup

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Other A/V Source Setup

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PC Setup

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USB In Setup

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Audio Out Setup

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WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

Remote Control Key Functions

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Turning On TV

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Channel Selection

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Volume Adjustment

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On-Screen Menus Selection

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Channel Setup

- Auto Scan (Auto Tuning)

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- Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning)

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- Channel Editing

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Input List

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SimpLink

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Input Label

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Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Entry Modes

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Photo List

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Music List

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PICTURE CONTROL

Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control

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Preset Picture Settings

- Picture Mode - Preset

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- Color Tone - Preset

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Manual Picture Adjustment

- Picture Mode - User Mode

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- Color Tone - User Mode

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XD - Picture Improvement Technology

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Advanced - Cinema 3:2 Pulldown Mode

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Advanced - Black (Darkness) Level

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Picture Reset

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Image Sticking Minimization (ISM) Method

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Low - Power Picture Mode

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Front Display

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SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL

Auto Volume Leveller (Auto Volume)

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Preset Sound Setting (Sound Mode)

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Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode

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Balance

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TV Speakers On/Off Setup

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Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup

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Audio Language

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On-Screen Menus Language Selection

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Caption Mode

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- Analog Broadcasting System Captions

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- Digital Broadcasting System Captions

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- Caption Option

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MEDIAMEDIAMEDIA

HOST HOST HOST

MEDIA

HOST

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TIME SETTING

Clock Setting

- Auto Clock Setup

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- Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Auto On/Off Timer Setting

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Sleep Timer Setting

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Auto Shut-off Setting

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PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS

Set Password & Lock System

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Channel Blocking

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External Input Blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Movie & TV Rating

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APPENDIX

Troubleshooting

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Maintenance

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Product Specifications

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Programming the Remote Control

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IR Codes

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External Control Through RS-232C

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