LG 42PX7DCV, 42PX7DC-UA User Manual

PLASMA TV

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODEL: 42PX7DC 42PX7DCV

Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating your TV.

Retain this manual for future reference.

Record model number and serial number of the TV in the spaces provided below.

See the label attached on the back cover and relate this information to your dealer if you require service.

Model Number :

Serial Number :

LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.

Warning/Caution

WARNING/CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

FCC NOTICE

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

COMPLIANCE:

The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc

1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632

1-800-243-0000 http://www.lgcommercial.com

WARNING/CAUTION

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

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Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT 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 :

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 dry cloth.

7.Do not block any 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 are provided for your safety. If 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 attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.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.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

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Safety Instructions

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

15.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.

16.Outdoor Use Marking :

WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Appliance To Rain Or Moisture.

17.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 the apparatus.

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Contents

Warning/Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

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

Introduction

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connection Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Remote Control Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . 9~10

Installation
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . .11
Installation Instructions
Joining the TV assembly to the wall to protect the set
tumbling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .11
Desktop Pedestal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .12
External Equipment Connections
Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .13
VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .14
External A/V Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .14
DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .15
HDSTB Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .16
PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	17~18
Digital Audio Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . .19

Operation

Turning the TV On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

On-screen Menus Language Selection . . . . . . . . .20

Setup Menu Options

EZ Scan (Channel Search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Manual Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Channel Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

DTV Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Channel Label Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Main Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Sub Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Set ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Video Menu Options

EZ Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Manual Picture Control (Custom Option) . . . . . .25

Color Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Video Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Audio Menu Options

Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	26
EZ SoundRite / EZ Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	26
Manual Sound Control (Custom Option) . . . . . .	26
Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	27
TV Speakers On/Off Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	27
BBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Time Menu Options
Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29
Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29
On/Off Timer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29
Sleep Timer / Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	30
Option Menu Features
Aspect Ratio Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31
Cinema 3:2 Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31
Caption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	32
Caption / Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	32
Caption Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
ISM Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
Low Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	34
Lock Menu Options
Parental Lock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	36
Brief Info. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	38
Freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	38
Screen Setup for PC mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	39

Key Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Programming the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Programming Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42~43

Troubleshooting Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47~48

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

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Introduction

What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)?

A plasma display panel is the latest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewable. The PDP can be thought of as a descendant of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent lamps.

How does it work?

PDP is an array of cells, known as pixels, which are comprised of 3 sub pixels, corresponding to the colors red, green, and blue.

Gas in a plasma state is used to react with phosphors in each sub-pixel to produce colored light (red, green, or blue). These phosphors are the same types used in Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) devices such as televisions and common computer monitors.

You get the rich, dynamic colors that you expect. Each sub-pixel is individually controlled by advanced electronics to produce over 16 million different colors. All of these mean that you get perfect images that are easily viewable in a display that is less than 5 inches thick.

160° - Wide angle range of vision

Your flat panel plasma screen offers an exceptionally broad viewing angle -- over 160 degrees. This means that the display is clear and visible to viewers anywhere in the room who can see the screen.

Wide Screen

The screen of the Plasma Display is so wide that your viewing experience is as if you are in a theater.

Multimedia

Connect your plasma display to a PC and you can use it for conferencing, games, and Internet browsing.

Versatile

The light weight and thin size makes it easy to install your plasma display in a variety of locations where conventional TVs will not fit.

The PDP Manufacturing Process: a few minute colored dots may be present on the PDP screen

The PDP (Plasma Display Panel), which is the display device of this product, is composed of 0.9 to 2.2 million cells. A few cell defects will normally occur in the PDP manufacturing process. Several tiny, minute colored dots visible on the screen should be acceptable. This also occurs in other PDP manufacturers' products. The tiny dots appearing does not mean that this PDP is defective. Thus a few cell defects are not sufficient cause for the PDP to be exchanged or returned. Our production technology minimizes these cell defects during the manufacture and operation of this product.

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Controls

-This is a simplified representation of front panel.

Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV.

Front Panel Controls

INPUT

ENTER

INPUT

MENU ENTER

VOL

CH

POWER Button		ENTER Button		CHANNEL (E, D) Buttons

INPUT Button

Remote Control Sensor

VOLUME (F,G) Buttons

MENU Button

Operating Guide 7

Connection Options

HDMI IN 2 M.P.I.

2

ANTENNA IN

M.P.I.

ANTENNA IN

Back Connection Panel

S-VIDEO IN

	R
	AUDIO	AUDIO IN
	MONO
	L/
	VIDEO	VIDEO IN

AV IN 1

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT		COMPONENT IN
OPTICAL

HDMI1/DVI IN

SERVICE

ONLY

RJP INTERFACE

INTERFACE	1	OPTICAL	SERVICE ONLY

	AUDIO IN(RGB/DVI) SPEAKER OUT(8	)
	RESET UPDATE	AC IN
AUDIO IN	UPDATE	AC IN
	RESET
(RGB/DVI)
	RGB IN SPEAKER
	(PC/DTV)	OUT

REMOTE CONTROL OUT

Connect an IR cable for a DVD player or other IR controlled device.

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Remote Control Key Functions

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

	MODE			INDICATOR LIGHTS
	Select the remote oper ting mode: TV,	TV	VCR CABLE DVD HDSTB	Show active remote mode every time
	VCR, Cable, DVD and Satellite.			any button is pressed.

	INPUT	MODE	INFO		POWER
	External input modes rotate in regular
	sequence: Tuner, AV1, AV2, Component,	INPUT	MULTIMEDIA		EZ PIC
	RGB1, RGB2, HDMI1/DVIand HDMI2
	input sources.	ADJUST	SIGNAL EZ SOUND
	(AV1, AV2, Component input sources
	are linked automatically, only if these are
	connected )	1		2	3
	NUMBER KEYPAD	4		5	6
	For direct channel selection and	7		8	9
	programming functions.
	MUTE			0	FLASHBK
		MUTE			FAV
	Switches the sound on or off.(Refer to		+
	p.38)
		SAP			TIMER
			VOL	CH
	VOLUME UP/DOWN	PIP PIPCH-		PIPCH+	SWAP
	Increases/decreases the sound level.
	RATIO	RATIO	CC	FREEZE PIP INPUT

Changes the screen format or aspect ratio.

	MENU	MENU	EXIT
	Brings up the main menu to the
	screen.

INFO

Display information t the top of the screen. (Refer to p.37)

EZ PIC

Selects a factory preset picture mode depending on the viewing environment.

FAV

Scrolls the Favorite channels.

TIMER

Lets you select the amount of time before your TV turns itself off automatically.

PIP INPUT

Selects the input source for the sub picture.

ENTER

When in the menu system and other on-screen displays, selects highlighted options.

		PLAY	PAUSE STOP RECORD	EXIT
	SKIP	REW	FF	Clears all on-screen displays and returns
	Playing CDs: Selects songs.			to TV viewing from any menu.
	Playing DVDs: Selects movie chapters.
			SKIP

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Remote Control Key Functions

MULTIMEDIA

Selects: RGB1-2,HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2 and Component input sources.

ADJUST

Adjusts screen position, size, and phase in PC mode.

SIGNAL

Displays the digital signal strength.

SAP

Selects MTS sound: Mono, Stereo, and SAP in Analog mode. Change the audio language in DTV mode.

PIP

Toggles between PIP and Twin picture mode.

PIPCH-

Changes to next lower PIP channel

CC

Selects a closed caption mode for displaying captioning information if available on program.

THUMBSTICK

Allows you to navigate the on-screen menus and to adjust the system settings and preferences, by moving to an option withF ED G and selecting the highlighted option with .

TV	VCR CABLE DVD HDSTB
MODE	INFO	POWER
INPUT	MULTIMEDIA	EZ PIC
ADJUST	SIGNAL	EZ SOUND

1	2	3
4	5	6
7	8	9

0 FLASHBK

MUTE

FAV

POWER

Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on mode.

EZ SOUND

Selects the sound appropriate for the program's character.

FLASHBK

Tunes to the last channel viewed.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN

Scrolls through available channels in EZ Scan memory.

	+
SAP			TIMER	SWAP
	VOL	CH		Exchanges the main/sub images in
				PIP/Twin picture mode.
PIP	PIPCH-	PIPCH+	SWAP
				PIPCH+
RATIO	CC	FREEZE	PIP INPUT	Changes to next higher PIP channel.

FREEZE

Freezes the currently-viewed picture. Main picture is frozen in PIP/Twin picture mode.

MENU

EXIT

PLAY PAUSE STOP RECORD RECORD, PAUSE, REW, FFWD,

		PLAY, STOP
REW	FF	Control the functions on your VCR.

SKIP

Installing Batteries

cover on the back side and install the batteries
+, - with -).
Don’t mix old or used batteries with new ones.	back of
	remote

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Installation

Accessories

accessories are included with your plasma display. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer the product.

Manual

DVD

POWER

EZ PIC

EZ SOUND

3

6

9

FLASHBK

FAV

TIMER

SWAP

PIP INPUT

EXIT

RECORD

SKIP

Control

V
1.5
Batteries	Power Cord	75Ω Round Cable

D-sub 15 pin Cable (RGB)

Instructions

Joining the TV assembly to the wall to protect the set tumbling

brackets.

• If the set will be mounted on a desk top, insert

the 2 eye-bolts*, (not supplied with the product) and tight en them securely in the upper holes as shown. Install the wall brackets on the wall with 2 bolts*, (not supplied with the product), as shown.

Match the height of the eye-bolts*, (not supplied with the product) and the wall brackets.

Check to be sure the eye-bolts*, (not supplied with the product) and the brackets are tightened securely.

• Secure the TV assembly to the wall with strong strings or wire cables, (not supplied with the product), as shown.

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Installation Instructions

•The TV can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc.

•The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally.

GROUNDING

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.

Desktop Pedestal Installation

Power

Supply

Short-circuit

Breaker

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4” on

each side and the top, 2.36” on the bottom, and

2” from the wall. Detailed installation instructions

are included in the optional Desktop Stand

Installation.

4 inches	2 inches
4 inches	4 inches
	2.36 inches

To Install on a Desktop

Pedestal mount minimum

allowableclearances for adequate ventilation.

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External Equipment Connections

Antenna Connection

Analog and Digital TV signals provided on one antenna

a Cable Box Connections

antenna direction if needed.

Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments

(Connect to wall antenna socket)

Wall Antenna

Socket

Copper Wire

RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)

ANTENTNAENNA IN

VHF Antenna	Turn clockwise to tighten.
UHF Antenna

Outdoor

Antenna

Single-family Dwellings /Houses

(Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)

Copper Wire

Be careful not to bend the Copper wire when connecting the antenna.

ANTENNA IN

M.P.I.

Signal

Amplifier

•In a poor signal area to improve picture quality, purchase and install a signal amplifier.

•If the antenna needs to be split for two TV’s, install a “2- Way Signal Splitter” in the connections.

•If the antenna is not installed properly, contact your dealer for assistance.

Analog and DTV signals provided on two separate antennas

Wall Antenna

Socket

Wall Antenna

Socket

Copper Wire
RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)
2	ANTENTNAENNA IN	M.P.I.
Analog Antenna
Turn clockwise to tighten.
RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)
Digital Antenna
Copper Wire

NOTE: If you are not sure of the type of signal(s) you are receiving, let EZ Scan complete all the channel signal-type searches. The TV will let you know when the analog, cable, and digital channel scans are complete.

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VCR Setup

(interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV

(on the Option menu) feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time. is used; the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen.

1

to channel 3 or 4 and the same channel number.

2

and video cables from the				or
to the TV input jacks, as	2	ANTENNA IN	M.P.I.

.

	TV to VCR, match the
	yellow, Audio Left = white,
	.
	-VIDEO output from VCR to
	the picture quality is
	to connecting a regular
	.
	into the VCR and press
	(Refer to the VCR owner’s	1		2
	with using the INPUT
	control. Note that this TV
	input sources automatically	ANT OUT
	. It is presumed	S-VIDEO	OUT	VCR Rear
	and HDMI2 sources	ANT IN
		OUTPUT	VIDEO	(R) AUDIO (L)
		SWITCH
		3 4	IN
	to both Video and
	the same time.

External A/V Source Setup

the external equipas shown in the

match the = white, and Audio

INPUT button on the

.

VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R

Camcorder

R AUDIO L

VIDEO

Video Game

Device

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DVD Setup

or

(R) AUDIO (L)

(R) AUDIO (L) S-VIDEO

B

R

DVD

When supporting HDMI

How to connect

1.Connect the DVD video outputs (Y, PB, PR) to the COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR) INPUT jacks on the TV and connect the DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV, as shown in the figure.

2.If your DVD only has an S-Video output jack, connect this to the S-VIDEO input on the TV and connect the DVD audio out-

puts to the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV, as shown in the figure.

Note: If your DVD player does not have component AV out, use

S-Video.

How to use

1.Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.

2.Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select Component . (If connected to S-VIDEO, select the AV1 or AV2 external input source.)

3.Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.

•Component Input ports

To get better picture quality, connect a DVD player to the component input ports as shown below.

	Component ports	Y	PB	PR
	on the TV
	Video output ports	Y	Pb	Pr
		Y	B-Y	R-Y
	on DVD player	Y	Cb	Cr
		Y	PB	PR

INTERFACE	1	OPTICAL

HDMI-DVD OUTPUT

DVD

1.Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the HDMI1/DVI IN jack on the set.

2.Select HDMI1/DVI or HDMI2 input source with using the INPUT button on the remote control.

3.Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.

•TV can receive the video and audio signal simultaneously with using a HDMI cable.

•If the DVD supports Auto HDMI function, the DVD output resolution will be automatically set to 1280x720p.

•If the DVD does not support Auto HDMI, you need to set the output resolution appropriately. To get the best picture quality, adjust the output resolution of the DVD to 1280x720p.

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