LG 65UH5500 Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Safety and Reference

LED TV*

* LG LED TVs are LCD TVs with LED backlighting.

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

50UH5500 65UH5500

www.lg.com

P/No : 0773-MB600001-L202

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Important Safety Instructions

Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your product.

WARNING/CAUTION

RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK

DONOTOPEN

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 ash 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 su cient 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 device.

WARNING/CAUTION

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

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.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

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 ampli ers) 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 t 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 speci ed by the manufacturer.

•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speci ed by the manufacturer, or sold with

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the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

•Refer all servicing to quali ed 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 been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

•Do not press strongly upon the panel with a hand or a sharp object such as a nail, pencil, or pen, or make a scratch on it.

•Do not stick metal objects or any other conductive material into the power cord. Do not touch the end of the power cord while it is plugged in.

•Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the reach of children. Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed. If swallowed, induce vomiting and go to the nearest hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can cause su ocation. Keep it out of the reach of children.

•CAUTION concerning the Power Cord (Can di er by country):

Check the speci cation page of this owner’s manual to be certain concerning current requirements. Do not connect too many devices to the same AC power outlet as this could result inre or electric shock. 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 re. Periodically examine the cord of your device, and if its appearance indicates damage

or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the device, 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 device. Do not move the TV with the power cord plugged in. Do not use a damaged or loose power cord. Be sure do grasp the plug when unplugging the power cord. Do not pull on the power cord to unplug the TV.

•Warning - To reduce the risk of re or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain, moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV with wet hands. Do not install this product near ammable objects such as gasoline or candles, or expose the TV to direct air conditioning.

•Do not expose to dripping or splashing and do not place objects lled with liquids, such as vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g., on shelves above the unit).

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•Grounding

-(Except for devices which are not grounded.) Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock (i.e., a TV with a three-prong grounded AC plug must be connected to a three-prong grounded AC outlet).

If grounding methods are not possible, have a quali ed electrician install a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the unit by connecting it to telephone wires, lightning rods, or gas pipes.

Power

Circuit Supply

Breaker

•As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC power source even if the unit is turned o .

•Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modi cation could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

•Outdoor Antenna Grounding

-(Can di er by country):

If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna

system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such power lines or circuits as death or serious injury can occur. Be sure the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) in the U.S.A. provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

Antenna grounding according to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna Lead in Wire

Ground Clamp

Antenna Discharge Unit

(NEC Section 810-20)

Electric Service

Grounding Conductor

Equipment

(NEC Section 810-21)

Ground Clamp

Power Service Grounding

Electrode System

NEC: National Electrical Code

(NEC Art 250, Part H)

•Cleaning

-When cleaning, unplug the power cord and wipe gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Do not spray water or other liquids directly on the TV as electric shock may occur. Do not clean with chemicals such as alcohol, thinners, or benzene.

•Moving

-Make sure the product is turned o , unplugged, and all cables have been removed. It may take 2 or more people to carry larger TVs. Do not press or put stress on the front panel of the TV.

•Ventilation

-Install your TV where there is proper ventilation. Do not install in a con ned space such as a bookcase. Do not cover the product with cloth or other materials while plugged in. Do not install in excessively dusty places.

•If you smell smoke or other odors coming from the TV, unplug the power cord and contact an authorized service center.

•Keep the product away from direct sunlight.

•Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a lightning storm.

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

•Do not allow an impact shock or any objects to fall into the product, and do not drop anything onto the screen.

•DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE FROM THE MAIN POWER

The power plug is the disconnecting device. In case of an emergency, the power plug must remain readily accessible.

•Make sure the power cord is connected securely to the power plug on the TV.

•This equipment is a Class or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.

•Batteries

-Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a safe location out of the reach of children.

•This apparatus uses batteries. In your community there might be regulations that require you

to dispose of these batteries properly due to environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling information.

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•The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.

•Do not short circuit, disassemble, or allow the batteries to overheat.

•Do not use high voltage electrical equipment near the TV, (e.g., a bug zapper).

This may result in product malfunction.

•Dot Defect

-The panel is a high technology product with resolution of two million to six million pixels. In a very few cases, you could see ne dots on the screen while you’re viewing the TV. Those dots are deactivated pixels and do not a ect the performance and reliability of the TV.

•Generated Sound

-Cracking noise A cracking noise that occurs when watching or turning o the TV is generated by plastic thermal contraction due to temperature 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 highspeed switching circuit, which supplies a large amount of current to operate a product. It varies depending upon the product.

This generated sound does not a ect the performance and reliability of the product.

•Take care not to touch the ventilation openings. When watching the TV for a long period, the ventilation openings may become hot. This does not a ect the performance of the product or cause defects in the product.

•Do not install this product on a wall if it could be exposed to oil or oil mist. This may damage the product and cause it to fall.

•If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small icker when it is turned on. This is normal; there is nothing wrong with TV. Some

minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots. However, they have no adverse e ect on the TV’s performance. Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your nger(s) against it for long periods of time. Doing so may produce some temporary distortion e ects on the screen.

•Displaying a still image for a prolonged time may cause image sticking. Avoid displaying a xed image on the TV screen for a long period of time.

Preparing

NOTE

Image shown may di er from your TV.

Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may di er slightly from that shown in this manual.

The available menus and options may di er from the input source or product model that you are using.

New features may be added to this TV in the future.

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

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

For an optimal connection, HDMI cables and USB devices should have bezels less than 10 mm (0.39 inches) thick and 18 mm (0.7 inches) width.

Use an extension cable that supports USB 2.0 if the USB cable or USB ash drive does not t into your TV’s USB port.

Use a certi ed cable with the HDMI logo attached. If you do not use a certi ed HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur.

Recommended HDMI cable types (3 m or less)

-High-Speed HDMI®/TM cable

-High-Speed HDMI ®/TM cable with Ethernet

AA

*A10 mm (0.39 inches) *B18 mm (0.7 inches)

CAUTION

Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and product’s lifespan.

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

Some models appear to have a thin lm on the screen. It is actually part of the screen; do not remove it.

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Do not remove the panel with your ngers or any tools. Doing so may damage the product.

When attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table orat surface to protect the screen from scratches.

Make sure that the screws are fastened tightly. (If they are not fastened securely enough, the TV may tilt forward after being installed.)

Do not fasten the screws with excessive force; otherwise, they may be worn out and become loose.

Make sure to wring any excess water or cleaner from the cloth.

Do not spray water or cleaner directly onto the TV screen.

Make sure to spray just enough of water or cleaner onto a dry cloth to wipe the screen. When cleaning the product, be careful not to allow any liquid or foreign objects to enter the gap between the upper, left or right side of the panel and the guide panel.

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Lifting and Moving the TV

When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size.

It is recommended to move the TV in the box or packing material that the TV originally came in.

Before moving or lifting the TV, disconnect the power cord and all cables.

When holding the TV, the screen should face away from you to avoid damage.

Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame rmly. Make sure not to hold the transparent part, speaker, or speaker grille area.

Use at least two people to move a large TV.

When transporting the TV by hand, hold the TV as shown in the following illustration.

When transporting the TV, do not expose the TV to jolts or excessive vibration.

When transporting the TV, keep the TV upright; never turn the TV on its side or tilt towards the left or right.

When handling the TV, be careful not to damage the protruding buttons.

CAUTION

Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen.

Do not place the product on the oor with its front facing down without padding. Failure to do so may result in damage to the screen.

Do not move the TV by holding the cable holders, as the cable holders may break, and injuries and damage to the TV may occur. (Depending upon model)

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Using the Button

This series has only power On/O buttons. (Image shown may di er from your TV.)

CAUTION

•Do not install this product on a wall if it could be exposed to oil or oil mist. This may damage the product and cause it to fall.

Using the Kensington security system (optional)

The Kensington security system connector is located at the rear of the TV.

For more information of installation and using,

refer to the manual provided with the Kensington security system or visit http://www.kensington.com.

Connect the Kensington security system cable between the TV and a table.

NOTE

	•The Kensington security system is optional. You
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	can obtain additional accessories from your local
	dealer.
	(Image shown may di er from your TV.)

Mounting on a Table

1Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table.

-Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation.

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		pou es)
10 cm	10		cm
		10 cm
	10 cm

2 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

CAUTION

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

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Mounting on a Wall

An optional wall mount can be used with your LG Television. Consult with your local dealer for a wall mount that supports the VESA standard used by your TV model. Carefully attach the wall

mount bracket at the rear of the TV. Install the wall mount bracket on a solid wall perpendicular to theoor. If you are attaching the TV to other building materials, please contact quali ed personnel to install the wall mount. Detailed instructions will be included with the wall mount. We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount. The LG wall mount is easy to adjust or to connect the cables. When you do not use LG’s wall mount bracket, use a wall mount bracket where the device is adequately secured to the wall with enough space to allow connectivity to external devices. If you are using a non-adjustable mount, attach the mount to the wall. Attach the cables to the TV rst, then attach the TV to the mount.

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Make sure to use screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard. Standard dimensions for the wall mount kits are described in the following table.

	Model	50UH5500	65UH5500
	VESA (A x B)	300 x 200	400 x 200
	Standard screw	M6	M6
	Number of	4	4
	screws
	Wall mount	Buy a suitable wall mount kit in
	bracket	the market by refering to this
	(optional)	table for each model.

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Connections (Noti cations)

You can connect various external devices to the TV. Supported external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, and other external devices.

For more information on an external device’s connection, refer to the manual provided with each device.

NOTE

If you record a TV program on a DVD recorder or VCR, make sure to connect the TV signal input cable to the TV through a DVD recorder or VCR. For more information about recording, refer to the manual provided with the connected device.

The external device connections shown may di er slightly from illustrations in a manual.

Connect external devices to the TV regardless about the order of the TV port.

If you connect a gaming device to the TV, use the cable supplied with the gaming device.

Refer to the external equipment’s manual for operating instructions.

In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast, or brightness. If noise is present, change the PC

output to another resolution, change the refresh rate to another rate, or adjust the brightness and contrast on the PICTURE menu until the picture is clear.

Depending upon the graphics card, some resolution settings may not allow the image to be positioned on the screen properly.

Some USB Hubs may not work. If a USB device connected through a USB Hub is not detected, connect it directly to the USB port on the TV.

(Smart TV Only) The TV may be capable of operating without a set-top from a multichannel video programming distributor (MVPD).

Connecting to an Antenna or Cable

Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch TV. The illustrations may di er from the actual items and an RF cable is optional.

CAUTION

Make sure not to bend the copper wire of the RF cable.

Copper wire

Complete all connections between devices, and then connect the power cord to the power outlet to prevent damage to your TV.

NOTE

Use a signal splitter to use 2 TVs or more.

DTV Audio Supported Codec: MPEG, Dolby Digital.

Direct ULTRA HD broadcast is unavailable in areas without an ULTRA HD signal.

This TV cannot receive ULTRA HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) broadcasts directly because the related standards have not been con rmed. (Depending upon model)

Other Connections

Connect your TV to external devices. For the best picture and audio quality, connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable. Depending upon the model, a cable may not be provided.

NOTE

> > > Picture >

HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color:

-On : Support 4K @ 60 Hz (4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0)

-O : Support 4K @ 60 Hz (4:2:0)

If the device connected to Input Port also supports ULTRA HD Deep Color, your picture may be clearer. However, if the device doesn’t support it, it may not work properly. In that case, connect the device to a di erent HDMI port or change the TV’s HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color setting to O .

-This feature is available only on certain models which support HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color.

HDMI Audio Supported Format:

PCM (32 kHz / 44.1 kHz / 48 kHz / 96 kHz / 192 kHz)(Depending upon model)

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