LG 84LM9600 Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

LED LCD TV

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

84LM9600

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 LICENSES

3 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

10 - Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models)

12 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

12 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

12 Unpacking
14 Separate purchase
15 Parts and buttons
16 Lifting and moving the TV
17 Setting up the TV

17 - Attaching the stand
18 Mounting on a table
19 Mounting on a wall
20 Tidying cables

30 MAINTENANCE

30 Cleaning your TV

30 - Screen, frame, cabinet and stand
30 - Power cord

30 TROUBLESHOOTING

31 SPECIFICATIONS

21 MAKING CONNECTIONS

21 Antenna connection
22 HDMI connection
23 DVI to HDMI connection
23 RGB-PC connection
24 Component connection
24 Composite connection
25 Audio connection

25 - Digital optical audio connection
25 USB connection

26 MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL

FUNCTIONS

27 Registering magic remote control
27 How to use magic remote control
27 Precautions to take when using the magic

remote control

28 REMOTE CONTROL

29 USING THE USER GUIDE

WARNING

yIf you ignore the warning message, you may

be seriously injured or there is a possibility
of accident or death.

CAUTION

yIf you ignore the caution message, you may

be slightly injured or the product may be
damaged.

NOTE

yThe note helps you understand and use

the product safely. Please read the note
carefully before using the product.

LICENSES / OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

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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.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a

subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an ofcial DivX Certied® device that plays

DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your

les into DivX video.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certied® device must be registered

in order to play purchased 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 Certied® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content.”

“DivX®, DivX Certied® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or

its subsidiaries and are used under license.”

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

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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product.

WARNING

Do not place the TV and remote control in the following environments:

y

- 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 be exposed to dust.

y

This may cause a fire hazard.

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

y

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Additionally, if the cord pin is wet or

y

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 the grounded current. (Except for devices

y

which are not grounded.)
You may be electrocuted or injured.

Fix the power cable completely.

y

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

Ensure the power cord does not come into contact with hot objects such as a

y

heater.
This may cause a fire or an electric shock hazard.

Do not place a heavy object, or the product itself, on power cables.

y

Otherwise, this may result in fire or electric shock.

Bend antenna cable between inside and outside building to prevent rain from

y

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 sure not to install TV by hanging power

y

and signal cables on the back of the TV.
It may cause fire, electric shock.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Desiccant

Do not plug too many electrical devices into a single multiple electrical outlet.

y

Otherwise, this may result in fire due to over-heating.

Do not drop the product or let it fall over when connecting external devices.

y

Otherwise, this may result in injury or damage to the product.

Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the reach of

y

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 the TV.

y

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

Dispose of used batteries carefully to protect a child from eating them.

y

Please seek Doctor- Medical Attention immediately if child consumes batteries.

Do not insert any metal objects/conductors (like a metal chopstick/cutlery/

y

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 near the product.

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

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Do not drop metallic objects such as coins, hair pins, chopsticks or wire into the

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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.

Do not spray water on the product or scrub with an inflammable substance (thinner

y

or benzene). Fire or electric shock accident can occur.

Do not allow a impact shock or any objects to fall into the product, and do not drop

y

onto the screen with something.
You may be injured or the product can be damaged.

Never touch this product or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm.

y

You may be electrocuted.

Never touch the wall outlet when there is leakage of gas, open the windows and

y

ventilate.
It may cause a fire or a burn by a spark.

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Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product at your own discretion.

y

Fire or electric shock accident can occur.
Contact the service center for check, calibration or repair.

If any of the following occur, unplug the product immediately and contact your local

y

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 long time, unplug the power cable from

y

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 or splashing and no objects filled with

y

liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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CAUTION

Install the product where no radio wave occurs.

y

There should be enough distance between an outside antenna and power lines to

y

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 as unstable shelves or inclined surfaces.

y

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 to take actions to prevent the product

y

from overturning. Otherwise, the product may fall over, which may cause injury.

If you intend to mount the product to a wall, attach VESA standard mounting interface (optional

y

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 manufacturer.

y

When installing the antenna, consult a qualified service man.

y

This may create a fire hazard or an electric shock hazard.

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We recommend that you maintain a distance of at least 2 to 7 times the diagonal

y

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.

y

This could cause damage to the remote control.

Do not mix new batteries with old batteries.

y

This may cause the batteries to overheat and leak.

Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and its sensor.

y

Signal from the remote control may be disturbed by sun light or other strong light.

y

In this case, darken the room.

When connecting external devices such as video game consoles, make sure the

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connecting cables are long enough.
Otherwise, the product may fall over, which may cause injury or damage the
product.

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Do not turn the product On/Off by plugging-in or unplugging the power plug to the

y

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 below to prevent the product from

y

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.

Take care not to touch the ventilation openings when watching the TV for long

y

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 appearance indicates damage or

y

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 pins or outlet.

y

This may cause a fire hazard.

Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,

y

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 hand or sharp object such as nail,

y

pencil or pen, or make a scratch on it.

Avoid touching the screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of

y

time. Doing so may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.

When cleaning the product and its components, unplug the power first and wipe it

y

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 disconnected from the AC power

y

source even if you turn off this unit by SWITCH.

When unplugging the cable, grab the plug and unplug it.

y

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

When moving the product, make sure you turn the power off first. Then, unplug the

y

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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When moving or unpacking the product, work in pairs because the product is

y

heavy.
Otherwise, this may result in injury.

Contact the service center once a year to clean the internal parts of the product.

y

Accumulated dust can cause mechanical failure.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the

y

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 may be a small “flicker” when it is turned

y

on. This is normal, there is nothing wrong with product.

The panel is a high technology display product with resolution of two million to six

y

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 color of the panel depending on your viewing

y

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.

If an image remains still for a while, the screen

y

may become dim in order to minimize the power
consumption.The screen gets brighter again when you
operate the remote control or a different image appears.

Displaying a still image (e.g., broadcasting channel logo, on-screen menu, scene from a video game)

y

for a prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in retention of the image, which is
known as image sticking. The warranty does not cover the product for image sticking.
Avoid displaying a fixed image on your television’s screen for a prolonged period (2 or more hours for
LCD, 1 or more hours for Plasma).
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.

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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.

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Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models)

WARNING

Viewing Environment

yViewing Time

- 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

ySome users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a

ashing light or particular pattern from 3D contents.

yDo not watch 3D videos if you feel nausea, are pregnant and/ or have a chronic illness such as epilepsy,

cardiac disorder, or blood pressure disease, etc.

y3D Contents are not recommended to those who suffer from stereo blindness or stereo anomaly. Double

images or discomfort in viewing may be experienced.

yIf you have strabismus (cross-eyed), amblyopia (weak 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.

yIf your eyesight varies between your right and left eye, revise your eyesight prior to watching 3D

contents.

Symptoms which require discontinuation or refraining from watching 3D contents

yDo not watch 3D contents when you feel fatigue from lack of sleep, overwork or drinking.
yWhen these symptoms are experienced, stop using/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.

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CAUTION

Viewing Environment

y Viewing Distance

- 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

yInfants/Children

- 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 that of adults. Therefore they will perceive more stereoscopic
depth compared to adults for the same 3D image.

yTeenagers

- Teenagers under the age of 19 may react with sensitivity due to stimulation from light in 3D
contents. Advise them to refrain from watching 3D contens for a long time when they are tired.

yElderly

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

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Cautions when using the 3D glasses

y Make sure to use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, you may not be able to view 3D videos properly.
y Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal glasses, sunglasses or protective goggles.
y Using modied 3D glasses may cause eye strain or image distortion.
y Do not keep your 3D glasses in extremely high or low temperatures. It will cause deformation.
y The 3D glasses are fragile and are easily scratched. 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.