LG 50PG30FUA, 60PG30FUA 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.

PLASMA TV
OWNER’S MANUAL

42PG10 50PG10
42PG20 50PG20
42PG20C 50PG20C
50PG30 60PG30
50PG30C60PG30C

P/NO : SAC30708031 (0803-REV02)

www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca / www.lgcommercial.com

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).

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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.

When mounting a TV it on the wall, make sure
not to install TV by the hanging power and sig­nal cables on the back of the TV.

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 DD EEVVII CCEE FFRROOMM MMAAII NN SS

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

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Powe r
Supply

Short-circuit

Breaker

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CONTENTS

WARNING / CAUTION

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

FEATURE OF THIS TV

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

PREPARATION

Accessories

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9

Stand Installation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Cable Management

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Desktop Pedestal Installation

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Swivel Stand

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12

VESA Wall Mounting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Protection Cover

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Securing the TV to the wall to prevent falling

. . . . 14

Antenna or Cable Connection

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

HD Receiver Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

DVD Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19

VCR Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Other A/V Source Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Audio Out Connection

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

23

PC Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

Remote Control Functions

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Turning On TV

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32

Channel Selection

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Volume Adjustment

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32

Initial Setting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Quick Menu

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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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38

Input List

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Input Label

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

AV Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

SIMPLINK

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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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- Picture Mode - Expert Control

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Picture Improvement Technology

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Advanced Control - Black (Darkness) Level

. . . . . . . 51

Advanced Control - Film Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Picture Reset

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Image Sticking Minimization (ISM) Method

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Power Saving Picture Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

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SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL

Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Clear Voice

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Preset Sound Setting (Sound Mode)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . 59

Balance

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60

TV Speakers On/Off Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

61

Audio Reset

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Audio Language

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

On-Screen Menus Language Selection

. . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Caption Mode

- Analog Broadcasting System Captions

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66

- Digital Broadcasting System Captions

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67

- Caption Option

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TIME SETTING

Clock Setting

- Auto Clock Setup

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69

- Manual Clock Setup

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Auto On/Off Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

71

Sleep Timer Setting

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72

Auto Shut-off Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS

Set Password & Lock System

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74

Channel Blocking

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Movie & TV Rating

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78

Downloadable Rating

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

83

External Input Blocking

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

84

Key lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

85

APPENDIX

Troubleshooting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Maintenance

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

88

IR Codes

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90

External Control Through RS-232C

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

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FEATURE OF THIS TV

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

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“

Dolby

“and the double-D symbol are trademarks of

Dolby Laboratories.

PREPARATION

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PREPARATION

ACCESSORIES

Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the
dealer where you purchased the TV.

The accessories included may differ from the images below.

OOppttiioonn EExxttrraass

Cable Management Clip

Protection Cover

(Refer to P.13)

* Wipe spots on the exterior only with the polishing cloth.

* Do not wipe roughly when removing stain. Please be

cautions of that excessive pressure may cause scratch or
discoloration.

Polishing Cloth

(This feature is not available

for all models.)

Copyright© 2007 LGE,
All Rights Reserved.

D-sub 15 pin Cable

1.5V 1.5V

Owner’s Manual Power Cord

Remote Control,

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CD Manual

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Bolts for stand assembly

(Refer to P.10)

x 4

or

When using the VGA (D-sub 15 pin cable)
PC connection, the user must use shielded
signal interface cables with ferrite cores to
maintain standards compliance.

Cable Holder

42PG10/20/20C: 1EA,

50PG10/20/20C: 2EA

PREPARATION

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FRONT PANEL INFORMATION

PREPARATION

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Image shown may differ from your TV.

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NOTE: If your TV has a protection tape attached, remove the tape.
And then wipe the TV with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is included with your TV, use it).

INPUT
Button

MENU
Button

ENTER
Button

VOLUME
(-, +) Buttons

CHANNEL
(

EE,DD

)Buttons

Remote Control Sensor
POWER Button

Power/Standby Indicator

Illuminates red in standby mode.
Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on.

INPUT
Button

POWER
Button

MENU
Button

ENTER
Button

VOLUME
(-, +) Buttons

CHANNEL
(

EE,DD

)Buttons

Remote Control Sensor

Power/Standby Indicator

Illuminates red in standby mode.
Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on.

42/50PG20/20C, 50/60PG30, 50/60PG30C

42/50PG10

ENTER

INPUT

MENU

INPUT

MENU

ENTER

VOL

VOL

CH

CH

PREPARATION

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BACK PANEL INFORMATION

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AV IN 2

L/ MONO

R

AUDIO

VIDEO

USB

SERVUCE ONLY

HDMI IN 3

RGB IN

COMPONENT IN

AUDIO

(RGB/DVI)

RGB(PC)

REMOTE

CONTROL IN

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

1

2

RS-232C IN

(CONTROL & SERVICE)

VIDEO

AUDIO

AUDIO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

AV IN 1

HDMI/DVI IN

2

1

VIDEO

MONO

( )

S-VIDEO

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5

3

4

6

2

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AV (Audio/Video) IN

Analog composite connection. Supports standard
definition video only (480i).

S-VIDEO

Better quality than standard composition.
Supports standard definition video only (480i).

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

Digital audio output for use with amps and home
theater systems.

Includes an optical connection.
Note: In standby mode, this port do not work.

RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT

Used by third party devices.

REMOTE CONTROL PORT

For a wired remote control.

RGB (PC)

Analog PC Connection. Uses a D-sub 15 pin cable
(VGA cable).

AUDIO (RGB/DVI)

1/8” headphone jack for analog PC audio input.

ANTENNA/CABLE IN

Connect over-the air signals to this jack.
Connect cable signals to this jack.

HDMI/DVI IN, HDMI IN

Digital Connection. Supports HD video and Digital
audio. Doesn’t support 480i.

Accepts DVI video using an adapter or HDMI to
DVI cable (not included)

COMPONENT IN

Analog Connection. Supports HD.
Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & red

and white for audio.

USB SERVICE ONLY

Used for software updates.

Power Cord Socket

For operation with AC power.
Caution: Never attempt to operate the TV on DC

power.

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4

5

9

10

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7

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10

PREPARATION

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PREPARATION

STAND INSTALLATION (Only 42PG10/20/20C)

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Carefully place the TV screen side down on a
cushioned surface to protect the screen from
damage.

Assemble the TV as shown.

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2

Fix the 4 bolts securely using the holes in the
back of the TV.

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PREPARATION

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CABLE MANAGEMENT

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GG

Do not hold the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP when moving the TV.

- If the TV is dropped, you may be injured or the TV may be broken.

NOTE

!

Connect the cables as necessary.
To connect additional equipment, see the

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section.

1

Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP as
shown.

If your TV has the CABLE HOLDER, install it as
shown and bundle the cables.

2

How to remove the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

42PG10/20/20C

50PG10/20/20C, 50/60PG30, 50/60PG30C

GG

First, press the cable management. Hold the
CCAABBLL EE MMAANNAAGG EEMMEENNTT CCLL IIPP

with both

hands and pull it upward.

GG

Hold the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP with
both hands and pull it upward.

CABLE HOLDER

CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

PREPARATION

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DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION

PREPARATION

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall.

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4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

SWIVEL STAND (Only 50/60PG30, 50/60PG30C)

After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV manually to the left or right direction by 20 degrees to suit your
viewing position.

GG

Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations.

CAUTION

PREPARATION

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VESA WALL MOUNTING

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PROTECTION COVER

This TV accepts VESA FDMI compliant mounts via the four screw holes on the back of the TV. These
mounts are sold by third parties and not available from LG. Refer to the instructions included with the
mount for more info.

GG

Screw length needed depends on the wall mount used. For further information, refer to the instructions
included with the mount.

NOTE

!

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400 mm

400 mm

You can remove the stand before installing the TV on a
wall mount by performing the previous stand instructions
in reverse. After removing the stand, install the included
pprrootteeccttiioonn ccoovveerr

over the hole for the stand.

PREPARATION

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SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLING

PREPARATION

We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards.
Additionally, we recommend that the TV be attached to a wall so it cannot be pulled in a forward direction,

potentially causing injury or damaging the product.
Caution: Please make sure that children don’t climb on or hang from the TV.

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Insert the eye-bolts (or TV brackets and bolts) to tighten the product to the wall as shown in the picture.

*If your product has the bolts in the eye-bolts position before inserting the eye-bolts, loosen the bolts.
* Insert the eye-bolts or TV brackets/bolts and tighten them securely in the upper holes.

Secure the wall brackets with the bolts (not provided as parts of the product, must purchase separately) to
the wall. Match the height of the bracket that is mounted on the wall to the holes in the product.

Ensure the eye-bolts or brackets are tightened securely.

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Use a sturdy rope (not provided as parts of the product, must pur­chase separately) to tie the product. It is safer to tie the rope so it
becomes horizontal between the wall and the product.

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You should purchase necessary components to prevent TV from falling off of the stand.

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Image shown may differ from your TV.

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Use a platform or cabinet strong enough and large enough to support the size and weight of the TV.

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To use the TV safely, make sure that the height of the bracket on the wall and the one on the TV are
the same.

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