LG 55EA9800 Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

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

55EA9800

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Do not place the TV and remote control in

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the following environments:

- A location exposed to 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 humidifiers
where they can easily be exposed to
steam or oil

- An area exposed to rain or wind

- Near containers of water such as vases

Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric

shock, malfunction or product deformation.

Do not place the product where it might

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be exposed to dust. This may cause a fire
hazard.

Mains plug is the disconnecting device. The

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plug must remain readily operable.

Do not touch the power plug with wet

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hands. Additionally, if the cord pin is wet
or covered with dust, dry the power plug
completely or wipe dust off. You may be
electrocuted due to excess moisture.

Make sure to connect the power cable to

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the grounded current. (Except for devices
which are not grounded.) You may be
electrocuted or injured.

Fix the power cable completely. If the

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power cable is not fixed completely, a fire
can break out.

Ensure the power cord does not come into

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contact with hot objects such as a heater.
This may cause a fire or an electric shock
hazard.

Do not place a heavy object, or the product

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itself, on power cables. Otherwise, this
may result in fire or electric shock.

Desiccant

Do not plug too many electrical devices

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into a single multiple electrical outlet.
Otherwise, this may result in fire due to
over-heating.

Do not drop the product or let it fall

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over when connecting external devices.
Otherwise, this may result in injury or
damage to the product.

Keep the packing anti-moisture material or

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vinyl packing out of the reach of children.
Anti-moisture material is harmful if
swallowed. If swallowed by mistake, force
the patient to vomit and visit the nearest
hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can
cause suffocation. Keep it out of the reach
of children.

Do not let your children climb or cling onto

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the TV. Otherwise, the TV may fall over,
which may cause serious injury.

Dispose of used batteries carefully to

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protect a child from eating them.Please
seek Doctor- Medical Attention immediately
if child consumes batteries.

Do not insert any metal objects/conductors

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(like a metal chopstick/cutlery/ screwdriver)
between power cable plug and input Wall
Socket while it is connected to the input
terminal on the wall. Additionally, do not
touch the power cable right after plugging
into the wall input terminal. You may be
electrocuted. (Depending on model)

Do not put or store inflammable substances

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near the product. There is a danger of
combustion/explosion or fire due to careless
handling of the inflammable substances.

Do not drop metallic objects such as coins,

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hair pins, chopsticks or wire into the product,
or inflammable objects such as paper and
matches. Children must pay particular
attention. Electrical shock, fire or injury can
occur. If a foreign object is dropped into the
product, unplug the power cord and contact
the service centre.

Bend antenna cable between inside and

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outside building to prevent rain from
flowing in. This may cause water damaged
inside the Product and could give an electric
shock.

When mounting a TV it on the wall, make

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sure not to install TV by hanging power and
signal cables on the back of the TV. It may
cause fire, electric shock.

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CAUTION

Do not spray water on the product or scrub

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with an inflammable substance (thinner or
benzene). Fire or electric shock accident
can occur.

Do not allow a impact shock or any objects

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to fall into the product, and do not drop
onto the screen with something. You may
be injured or the product can be damaged.

Never touch this product or antenna during

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a thunder or lighting storm. You may be
electrocuted.

Never touch the wall outlet when there

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is leakage of gas, open the windows and
ventilate. It may cause a fire or a burn by a
spark.

Do not disassemble, repair or modify the

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product at your own discretion. Fire or
electric shock accident can occur. Contact
the service center for check, calibration or
repair.

If any of the following occur, unplug the

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product immediately and contact your local
service centre.

- The product has been impacted by shock

- The product has been damaged

- Foreign objects have entered the product

- The product produced smoke or a strange
smell

This may result in fire or electric shock.

If you don’t intend to use the product for a

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long time, unplug the power cable from the
product. Covering dust can cause a fire, or
insulation deterioration can cause electric
leakage, electric shock or fire.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

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or splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.

Install the product where no radio wave

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occurs.

There should be enough distance between

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an outside antenna and power lines to keep
the former from touching the latter even
when the antenna falls. This may cause an
electric shock.

Do not install the product on places such

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as unstable shelves or inclined surfaces.
Also avoid places where there is vibration
or where the product cannot be fully
supported. Otherwise, the product may
fall or flip over, which may cause injury or
damage to the product.

If you install the TV on a stand, you need

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to take actions to prevent the product from
overturning. Otherwise, the product may
fall over, which may cause injury.

If you intend to mount the product to a wall, attach VESA

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standard mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the
product. When you install the set to use the wall mounting
bracket (optional parts), fix it carefully so as not to drop.

Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the

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manufacturer.

When installing the antenna, consult a

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qualified service man. This may create a fire
hazard or an electric shock hazard.

We recommend that you maintain a

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distance of at least 2 to 7 times the
diagonal screen size when watching TV. If
you watch TV for a long period of time, this
may cause blurred vision.

Only use the specified type of battery. This

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could cause damage to the remote control.

Do not mix new batteries with old batteries.

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This may cause the batteries to overheat
and leak.
Used batteries including rechargeable

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battery must be collected separately and
recycled.

Make sure there are no objects between

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the remote control and its sensor.

Signal from the remote control may be

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disturbed by sun light or other strong light.
In this case, darken the room.

When connecting external devices such

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as video game consoles, make sure
the connecting cables are long enough.
Otherwise, the product may fall over, which
may cause injury or damage the product.

Do not turn the product On/Off by plugging-

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in or unplugging the power plug to the
wall outlet. (Do not use the power plug for
switch.) It may cause mechanical failure or
could give an electric shock.

Please follow the installation instructions

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below to prevent the product from
overheating.

- The distance between the product and the
wall should be more than 10 cm.

- Do not install the product in a place with
no ventilation (e.g., on a bookshelf or in a
cupboard).

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

- Make sure the air vent is not blocked by a
tablecloth or curtain.

Otherwise, this may result in fire.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Take care not to touch the ventilation

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openings when watching the TV for long
periods as the ventilation openings may
become hot. This does not affect the
operation or performance of the product.

Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its

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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.

Prevent dust collecting on the power plug

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pins or outlet. This may cause a fire hazard.

Protect the power cord from physical or

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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.

Do not press strongly upon the panel with a

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hand or sharp object such as nail, pencil or
pen, or make a scratch on it.

Avoid touching the screen or holding your

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finger(s) against it for long periods of time.
Doing so may produce some temporary
distortion effects on the screen.

Refer all servicing to qualified service

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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.

If the product feels cold to the touch, there

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may be a small “flicker” when it is turned
on. This is normal, there is nothing wrong
with product.

The panel is a high technology display

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product with resolution of two million to six
million pixels. You may see tiny black dots
and/or brightly coloured dots (red, blue or
green) at a size of 1 ppm on the panel. This
does not indicate a malfunction and does
not affect the performance and reliability of
the product. This phenomenon also occurs
in third-party products and is not subject to
exchange or refund.

You may find different brightness and

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colour of the panel depending on your
viewing position(left/right/top/down).
This phenomenon occurs due to the
characteristic of the panel. It is not related
with the product performance, and it is not
malfunction.

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When cleaning the product and its

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components, unplug the power first
and wipe it with a soft cloth. Applying
excessive force may cause scratches or
discolouration. Do not spray with water
or wipe with a wet cloth. Never use glass
cleaner, car or industrial shiner, abrasives
or wax, benzene, alcohol etc., which
can damage the product and its panel.
Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric
shock or product damage (deformation,
corrosion or breakage).

As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall outlet, it is not

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disconnected from the AC power source even if you turn off this
unit by SWITCH.

When unplugging the cable, grab the plug

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and unplug it. If the wires inside the power
cable are disconnected, this may cause fire.

When moving the product, make sure

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you turn the power off first. Then, unplug
the power cables, antenna cables and all
connecting cables. The TV set or power
cord may be damaged, which may create a
fire hazard or cause electric shock.

When moving or unpacking the product,

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work in pairs because the product is heavy.
Otherwise, this may result in injury.

Contact the service center once a year

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to clean the internal parts of the product.
Accumulated dust can cause mechanical
failure.

Displaying a still image (e.g., broadcasting channel logo, on-

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screen menu, scene from a video game or computer screen) for
a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in
retention of the image, which is known as image sticking. It can
remain for long time or never disappear. The warranty does not
cover the product for image sticking.
Avoid displaying a fixed image on your television’s screen for a
prolonged period (1 or more hours for OLED). Also, if you watch
the TV at a ratio of 4:3 for a long time, image sticking may occur
on the borders of the panel. This phenomenon also occurs in
third-party products and is not subject to exchange or refund.

Generated Sound

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“Cracking” noise: A cracking noise that occurs when watching
or turning off the TV is generated by plastic thermal contraction
due to tempera-ture 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
high-speed switching circuit, which supplies a large amount of
current to operate a product. It varies depending on the product.
This generated sound does not affect the performance and
reliability of the product.

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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Viewing 3D Imaging

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WARNING

Viewing Environment

Viewing Time

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- When watching 3D contents, take 5 - 15 minute breaks
every hour. Viewing 3D contents for a long period of time
may cause headache, dizziness, fatigue or eye strain.

Those that have a photosensitive seizure or
chronic illness

Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal

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symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing light or
particular pattern from 3D contents.
Do not watch 3D videos if you feel nausea, are pregnant

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and/ or have a chronic illness such as epilepsy, cardiac
disorder, or blood pressure disease, etc.
3D Contents are not recommended to those who suffer

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from stereo blindness or stereo anomaly. Double images or
discomfort in viewing may be experienced.
If you have strabismus (cross-eyed), amblyopia (weak

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eyesight) or astigmatism, you may have trouble sensing
depth and easily feel fatigue due to double images. It is
advised to take frequent breaks than the average adult.
If your eyesight varies between your right and left eye,

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revise your eyesight prior to watching 3D contents.

Symptoms which require discontinuation or
refraining from watching 3D contents

Do not watch 3D contents when you feel fatigue from lack

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of sleep, overwork or drinking.
When these symptoms are experienced, stop using/

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watching 3D contents and get enough rest until the
symptom subsides.

- Consult your doctor when the symptoms persist.
Symptoms may include headache, eyeball pain, dizziness,
nausea, palpitation, blurriness, discomfort, double image,
visual inconvenience or fatigue.

CAUTION

Viewing Environment

Viewing Distance

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- Maintain a distance of at least twice the screen diagonal
length when watching 3D contents. If you feel discomfort
in viewing 3D contents, move further away from the TV.

Viewing Age

Infants / Children

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- Usage/ Viewing 3D contents for children under the age of
5 are prohibited.

- Children under the age of 10 may overreact and become
overly excited because their vision is in development (for
example: trying to touch the screen or trying to jump into
it. Special monitoring and extra attention is required for
children watching 3D contents.

- Children have greater binocular disparity of 3D
presentations than adults because the distance between
the eyes is shorter than one of adults. Therefore they will
perceive more stereoscopic depth compared to adults for
the same 3D image.

Teenagers

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- Teenagers under the age of 19 may be stimulated to light
coming from 3D videos. Advise them not to watch 3D
videos for a long time when they are tired.

Elderly

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- The elderly may perceive less of a 3D effect than the
youth. Do not sit closer to the TV than the recommended
distance.

Cautions when using the 3D glasses

Make sure to use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, you may not

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be able to view 3D videos properly.
Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal glasses,

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sunglasses or protective goggles.
Using modified 3D glasses may cause eye strain or image

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distortion.
Do not keep your 3D glasses in extremely high or low

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temperatures. It will cause deformation.
The 3D glasses are fragile and are easy to be scratched.

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Always use a soft, clean piece of cloth when wiping the
lenses. Do not scratch the lenses of the 3D glasses with
sharp objects or clean/wipe them with chemicals.

LICENSES / OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

LICENSES

Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit ‘www.lg.com’.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.
This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and
software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

®

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified
DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your
device setup menu. Go to vod.divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.

®

“DivX Certified

®

, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are

“DivX
used under license.”

“Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents:
7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274”

to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content.”

device must be registered in order to play purchased

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Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol & DTS and the Symbol together are registered
trademarks & DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit ‘http://
opensource.lge.com’.

In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.

LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such
as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to ‘[e-mail]’. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the
date on which you purchased the product.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

6 Viewing 3D Imaging

7 LICENSES

7 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

8 TABLE OF CONTENTS

9 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

9 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

9 Unpacking
11 Optional Extras
12 Parts and Buttons
13 Using the Smart Touch Button
14 Lifting and Moving the TV
14 Setting up the TV

14 - Attaching the AV Cover

15 - Mounting on a Table

15 - Tidying Cables
16 Using Video Call Camera

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17 - Preparing Video Call Camera

29 MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

30 Registering Magic Remote Control
30 How to use Magic Remote Control
30 Precautions to Take When Using the Magic Remote

Control

31 REMOTE CONTROL

33 USING THE USER GUIDE

34 SPECIFICATIONS

38 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP

39 MAINTENANCE

39 Cleaning Your TV

39 - Screen, Frame, Cabinet and Stand

39 - Power Cord

40 TROUBLESHOOTING

18 MAKING CONNECTIONS

18 Connecting to an antenna or cable
19 Connecting to a HD Receiver, DVD, or VCR Player

19 - HDMI Connection

20 - DVI to HDMI Connection

21 - Connecting to a Mobile Phone

22 - Component Connection

23 - Composite Connection
24 Connecting to a PC

24 - HDMI Connection or DVI to HDMI Connection
26 Connecting to an Audio System

26 - Digital Optical Audio Connection
27 Connecting Headphones
28 Connecting a USB Device

NOTE

Image shown may differ from your TV.

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Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly

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from that shown in this manual.
The available menus and options may differ from the input

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source or product model that you are using.
New features may be added to this TV in the future.

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The TV can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce

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the power consumption. And the TV should be turned off
if it will not be watched for some time, as this will reduce
energy consumption.
The energy consumed during use can be significantly

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reduced if the level of brightness of the picture is reduced,
and this will reduce the overall running cost.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE / ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included.

1

Connect an external device to the TV set.

2

Make sure the network connection is available.

3

You can use the TV network functions only when the network connection is made.

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Unpacking

Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased
your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and item.

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CAUTION

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

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Any damages or injuries by using unapproved items are not covered by the warranty.

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In case of some model, the thin film on screen is a part of TV, So don’t take it off.

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NOTE

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

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Product specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.

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For an optimal connection, HDMI cables and USB devices should have bezels less than 10 mm thick and 18 mm width.

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Use an extension cable that supports USB 2.0 if the USB cable or USB memory stick does not fit into your TV’s USB port.

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B

A

A

*A

*B

B

≤

≤

10 mm

18 mm

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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Magic Remote Control,
Batteries (AA)

(See p.29)

AV Cover

(See p.14)

Cable Band

(See p.15)

Remote Control

Owner’s Manual

Batteries (AAA)

(See p.31)

Tag On

Tag on Cinema 3D Glasses

The number of 3D glasses may differ
depending on the model or country.

Cable Management

(See p.15)

Cable Management Screw

1 EA, M4 x 20
(See p.15)

Video Call Camera

(See p.16)

Polishing Cloth

Use this to remove dust from the
cabinet.

Component Video Cable

(See p.22)

Composite Video Cable

(See p.22, 23)

Optional Extras

Tag On

Optional extras can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification.
Contact your dealer for buying these items.
These devices only work with certain models.
The model name or design may be changed manufacturer’s circumstances or policies.

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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AN-MR400

Magic Remote

LG Audio Device Tag On AN-VC5**

AN-BL***

Wireless IR Blaster
(Depending on model)

AG-F***

Cinema 3D Glasses

AG-F***DP

Dual Play Glasses

Video Call Camera

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Parts and Buttons

Screen

LG Logo Light

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Speakers

Button Description

/

I

Turns the power on or off.

Smart Touch Button

Clear Speaker

Remote control sensor

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Using the Smart Touch Button

To Turn the TV On

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- Gently press the smart touch button just below the LG logo light at the bottom of the TV.

To Turn the TV Off

2

- If the touch menu is not displayed on the screen, press the smart touch button for about two seconds.

Smart Touch Button

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CAUTION

Do not place the TV near or on sources of heat, as this may result in fire or other damage.

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Only press the smart touch button gently with your finger.

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If you touch any other part except the smart touch button, the TV may not respond.

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Do not press the smart touch button with two or more fingers. This may cause the product to malfunction. It is recommended

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that you only press the button with one finger.

To Use the Smart Touch Button

3

Programme

Tap

1.

Touch : Select the menus.

2.

Touch and hold: Return to the previous step.

If no previous step is available, touch and hold turns off the TV.

3.

Slide Left / Right: Move between Channel, Input, Settings, Power Off and Volume menus.

If you want to change the channel or volume setting more quickly, slide your finger left or right to go the Channel or Volume

menu, and press and touch the menu for about 2 seconds.

Slide

Tap

Long Tap

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