LG 55EA980T User guide

User Guide

This is a User Guide installed on the TV.

The contents of this guide are subject to change without prior notice for quality improvement.

To view Program information

Displays information about the current Program and/or current time, etc.

1 Move the pointer of the Magic remote control to the top of the TV screen. 2 Click the activated channel banner area.

3 The Program details will be displayed at the bottom of the TV screen.Image shown may differ from your TV.

			Prev./Next Ch. Change	Watch			Current time
			Thu.
	PM 4 : 28	PM 4 : 43
				UP
				DOWN

Program name	Detailed Program information
	(for digital broadcast)

To set favorite channels

SMART Settings SETUP Channel Edit

1 Move to the desired channel on Wheel (OK) button. Channel is selected. 2 Press Set as Favorite.

3 Select the desired favorite channel group.

4 Select Enter. Favorite is set.

To use Favorite

SMART Ch. List

Channel list will appear. Select the desired preset favorite channel from Favorite List A to D.

SMART TV Guide

[In Digital Mode Only]

Obtains information about Programs and airtime. Obtains Program information and viewing/recording schedules.

[Image shown may differ from your TV.]

TV Guide

Today OO OO. OOOO AM 9:00

Press Wheel (OK) button after moving to a program of your choice to view or view / record.

Select schedule by date

Schedule List

CH

-24H

CH

+24H

After viewing the schedule, makes revisions or deletions.

Schedule reservation by selecting date/time/channel. Makes repeat schedule reservation.

To set Auto Tuning

SMART Settings SETUP Auto Tuning

Automatically tunes the channels.

Channelsarenotregisteredproperlyunlesstheantenna/cableisconnected correctly.

Auto Tuning only sets channels that are currently broadcasting.

If Lock System is turned on, a pop-up window will appear asking for password.

To set channels manually

SMART Settings SETUP Manual Tuning

Adjusts channels manually and saves the results.

For digital broadcasting, signal strength, etc. can be checked.

To edit channels

SMART Settings SETUP Channel Edit

Edits the saved channels.

Set as favorite, block/unblock and Add/Delete etc. the selected channel.

SMART Settings PICTURE Aspect Ratio

Selects the screen aspect ratio.

16:9		Resizes the image ratio to fit a 16:9 screen.
Just Scan		Displays high-quality image without loss.
		In DTV/HDMI/Component (over 720p) mode, Just Scan is
		available.
Original		When your TV receives a wide screen signal it will automatically
		change to the picture format broadcasted.

Full Wide

4:3

14:9

Zoom

Cinema

Zoom

When TV receives the wide screen signal, it will let you adjust the picture horizontally or vertically, in a linear proportion, to fill the entire screen fully.

4:3 and 14:9 video is supported in full screen without any video distortion through DTV input.

In DTV mode, Full Wide is available. Resizes the image ratio to fit 4:3 screen.

You can view a picture format of 14:9 or a general TV Program in the 14:9 mode. The 14:9 screen is viewed in the same way as in 4:3, but is moved up or down.

Resizes the image to fit the screen width. The top and bottom parts of the image may be cut off.

Formats an image to the cinemascope ratio (2.35:1) and zooms in on the ratio.

While viewing an external device, these cases may result in image burn:

-a video with stationary caption (such as network name)

-4:3 aspect ratio mode for an extended period

Take caution when using these functions.

Available picture size may differ depending on the input signal.

The screen aspect ratios on HDMI-PC input are available in 4:3 and 16:9 only.

[For models supporting 2160p] When a 2160p signal is input or your PC resolution is set to 3840 x 2160, the Aspect Ratio is fixed to Just Scan.

SMART Settings PICTURE Energy Saving

Reduces power consumption by adjusting screen brightness.

Off	Turns off the Energy Saving mode.
Minimum/
Medium/	Applies the pre-set Energy Saving mode.
Maximum
	Screen is turned off and only sound is played.
Screen Off	Press any button except Power button on the remote
	control to turn the screen back on.

SMART Settings PICTURE Energy Saving

Reduces power consumption by adjusting screen brightness.

Off	Turns off the Energy Saving mode.
Minimum/
Medium/	Applies the pre-set Energy Saving mode.
Maximum
	Screen is turned off and only sound is played.
Screen Off	Press any button except Power button on the remote
	control to turn the screen back on.

SMART Quick Menu AV Mode

Views the TV with the best picture / audio optimized for different AV modes.

Off		Views with the value set at the picture / sound menu.
Cinema		Optimizes picture and audio settings for movies.
Game		Optimizes picture and audio settings for games.

SMART Quick Menu AV Mode

Views the TV with the best picture / audio optimized for different AV modes.

Off	Views with the value set at the picture / sound menu.
Cinema /	Optimizes picture and audio settings for movies.
Cinema
Game	Optimizes picture and audio settings for games.

[Depending on model]

THX Certification is the only performance benchmark recognized by professionals and consumers alike. THX Certified TV’s pass more than 400 tests ensuring they deliver best-in-class picture quality and movie experiences with the same stunning clarity and detail found in the filmmaker’s studio.

To adjust pictures with Picture Wizard

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Wizard

Use the remote control and follow the instructions of the Picture Wizard to calibrate and adjust for optimum picture quality without expensive pattern devices or help from a specialist.

Follow the instructions to obtain the optimum picture quality.

To select Picture Mode

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode

Selects the picture mode optimized for the viewing environment or the program.

Vivid

Standard

Eco

Cinema / Game

Heightens contrast, brightness and sharpness to display vivid images.

Displays images in standard levels of contrast, brightness and sharpness.

The Energy Saver feature changes settings on the TV to reduce power consumption.

Displays the optimum picture for movie, game.

Menu for adjusting picture quality that allows experts and amateurs to enjoy the best TV viewing. This menu

Expert is ISF-certified and provided for picture tuning experts. (ISF logo can only be used on ISF-certified TV units.)

ISFccc : Imaging Science Foundation Certified Calibration Control

Depending on the input signal, the available range of picture modes may differ.

Expert mode is for picture tuning professionals to control and fine-tune using a specific image. For normal images, the effects may not be dramatic.

To fine-tune picture mode

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint / Color Temp.

First select a Picture Mode of your choice.

Backlight

Contrast

Brightness

Sharpness

Adjusts the display brightness by varying the brightness of the LCD panel.

Adjusts the difference between bright and dark regions of the screen.

Adjusts the overall screen brightness.

Adjusts the sharpness of the borders between bright and dark.

Color	Adjusts the colors on the screen darker or lighter.
Tint	Adjusts the red/green color balance.
Color Temp.	Adjusts the overall tone of colors to warm or cool.

Depending on the input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.

To set advanced control

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode Advanced control/Expert Control

Calibrates the screen for each picture mode or adjusts picture settings for a special screen.

First select a Picture Mode of your choice.

Dynamic Contrast	Adjusts the contrast to the optimal level according to the
	brightness of the image.
Dynamic Color	Adjusts colors for more natural-looking colors.

Preferred Color

Super Resolution

Gamma

Color Gamut

Edge Enhancer

xvYCC

Skin Color : Skin color spectrum can be separately set to implement the skin color as defined by the user.

Grass Color : Natural color spectrum (meadows, hills, etc.) can be separately set.

Sky Color : Sky color is set separately.

Provides a crystal-clear picture by improving the details in areas where the picture is blurry or unclear.

Sets the gradation curve according to the output of the picture signal in relation to the input signal.

Selects the range of colors that can be expressed.

Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video.

[Depending on model] Expresses richer colors.

Color Filter

Expert Pattern

White Balance

Color

Management

System

Filters a specific color spectrum in RGB colors to fine-tune color saturation and hue accurately.

Patterns used for expert adjustment.

Adjusts the overall tone of the screen as desired.

In Expert mode, detailed fine-tuning can be set via the Method / Pattern etc.

This is a function used by experts when they adjust colors using a test pattern of six colors (Red / Green / Blue / Cyan / Magenta / Yellow) without affecting other color areas. For normal images, adjustments may not result in noticeable color changes.

Depending on input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.

To set additional picture options

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode Picture Option

Adjusts detailed setting for images.

Noise Reduction

MPEG Noise

Reduction

Black Level

Real Cinema

Reduces screen noise in the video.

Reduces noise caused by compressing digital video.

Adjusts the brightness or darkness of the screen to suit the black level of the picture input using the degree of darkness (black level) of the screen.

Optimizes the screen for movie viewing.

	Eye Care	[Depending on model]
		Adjusts screen brightness to prevent eye glare.

[Depending on model]

Saves power consumption by adjusting the brightness

Motion Eye Care corresponding to the movement of the image on the screen.

It does not work while watching 3D images.

Depending on input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.

To reset Picture Mode

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode Picture Reset

Resets values customized by the user.

Each picture mode is reset. Select the picture mode you wish to reset.

To adjust video settings with Picture Wizard

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Wizard

Use the remote control and follow the instructions of the Picture Wizard to calibrate and adjust for optimum picture quality without expensive pattern devices or help from a specialist.

Follow the instructions to obtain the optimum picture quality.

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode

Selects the picture mode optimized for the viewing environment or the program.

Vivid

Standard

Eco

Cinema/ Cinema/

Game

Heightens contrast, brightness and sharpness to display vivid images.

Displays images in standard levels of contrast, brightness and sharpness.

The Energy Saver feature changes settings on the TV to reduce power consumption.

Displays images that have been optimized for movies or games.

[ Cinema : Depending on model]

Menu for adjusting picture quality that allows experts and amateurs to enjoy the best TV viewing. This menu

Expert is ISF-certified and provided for picture tuning experts. (ISF logo can only be used on ISF-certified TV units.)

ISFccc : Imaging Science Foundation Certified Calibration Control

Depending on the input signal, the available range of picture modes may differ.

Expert mode is for picture tuning professionals to control and fine-tune using a specific image. For normal images, the effects may not be dramatic.

THX Certification is the only performance benchmark recognized by professionals and consumers alike. THX Certified TV’s pass more than 400 tests ensuring they deliver best-in-class picture quality and movie experiences with the same stunning clarity and detail found in the filmmaker’s studio.

To fine-tune picture mode

SMART Settings PICTURE Picture Mode OLED LIGHT / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint / Color Temp.

First select a Picture Mode of your choice.

OLED LIGHT

Contrast

Brightness

Sharpness

Color

Adjusts the display brightness by varying the brightness of the OLED panel.

Adjusts the difference between bright and dark regions of the screen.

Adjusts the overall screen brightness.

Adjusts the sharpness of the borders between bright and dark.

Adjusts the colors on the screen darker or lighter.

Tint	Adjusts the red/green color balance.
Color Temp.	Adjusts the overall tone of colors to warm or cool.

Depending on the input signal or other picture settings, the range of detailed items for adjustment may differ.