LG M1950DM Users manual

Order Number

: GETEC-C1-11-199

FCC Part 15 subpart B

Test Report Number

: GETEC-E3-11-097 Page 1 / 1

APPENDIX G

: USER’S MANUAL

EUT Type: LED LCD TV/Monitor

FCC ID.: BEJM1950DM

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OWNER’S MANUAL

LED LCD TV/ CINEMA 3D TV

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

LED LCD TV MODEL CINEMA 3D TV MODEL

M2450D

TV

DM2350DM1950D

3D TV

www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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CONTENTS

4 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

4 Unpacking

6 Parts and buttons

7 Lifting and moving the TV

7 Setting up the TV

7 - Attaching the Stand Base

8 - Detaching the Stand Base and Body

8 - Mounting on a table

10 - Tidying cables

10 - Mounting on a wall

12 REMOTE CONTROL

15 WATCHING TV

26 - Customizing image options

26 - Customizing PC display options

27 Adjusting the sound

27 - Selecting an sound mode

27 - Customizing sound options

28 ENTERTAINMENT

28 Using integrated media features

28 - Connecting USB storage devices

30 - Browsing files

31 - Viewing Photos

32 - Listening to Music

33 - Viewing Movies

36 - DivX registration code

36 - Deactivating the DivX feature

15 Connecting an antenna or cable

15 - Connecting an antenna or basic cable

15 - Connecting with a cable box

16 Accessing the TV for the first time

17 Watching TV

17 Managing channels

17 - Setting up channels

18 - Using favorite channels

19 - Checking current program info

20 Using additional options

20 - Adjusting aspect ratio

21 - Using the input list

22 - Locking the buttons on the TV (Child

Lock)

22 Using the Quick menu

23 CONNECTING TO A PC

23 HDMI connection

24 DVI to HDMI connection

24 DVI connection

25 RGB connection

25 Adjusting the screen

25 - Selecting an image mode

37 3D IMAGING(ONLY 3D MODEL)

37 3D Technology

37 Precautions to take when viewing 3D im-

ages

38

When using 3D Glasses

38 3D Imaging Viewing Range

39 Viewing 3D Imaging

40 3D Mode Setting Option

41 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS

41 Accessing main menus

42 Customizing settings

42 - CHANNEL settings

43 - PICTURE settings

46 - AUDIO settings

47 - TIME settings

48 - OPTION settings

50 - LOCK settings

52 - INPUT settings

52 - USB settings

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53 MAKING CONNECTIONS

53 Connection overview

55 Connecting to a Camcorder, Camera,

HD receiver, DVD, VCR player or Gaming

device

55

- HDMI connection

55 - DVI to HDMI connection

56 - DVI connection

56 - Component connection

56 Connecting to an audio system

56 - Digital optical audio connection

57 - Headphone connection

57 Connecting to a USB

58 MAINTENANCE

58 Screen and frame

58 Cabinet and stand

58 Power cord

70 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE

SETUP

70 RS-232C Setup

70 Type of connector; D-Sub 9-Pin Male

70 Communication Parameters

71 RS-232C configurations

72 Command reference list

73 Transmission / Receiving protocol

79 LICENSES

80 CHILD SAFETY

59 TROUBLESHOOTING

59 General

60 PC mode

62 TROUBLESHOOTING WHEN

USING 3D MODE

63 SPECIFICATIONS

69 IR CODES

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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 accessories.

NOTE

TV

: LED LCD TV

y

3D TV

: Cinema 3D TV

y

3D TV

TV

Remote control and Batteries

Power Cord

Audio Cable

AC-DC Adapter

RGB Cable

Cable Tie

CD (Owner's Manual) /

Card

Stand Base

3D TV

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TriDef 3D Game Software CD /

Quick Installation Guide

3D Glasses

(Normal type)

3D Glasses

(Clip type)

CAUTION

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

y

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

y

NOTE

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

y

Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to

y

upgrade of product functions.

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Parts and buttons

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Power Indicator

Lighting On: Turned on

y

Lighting Off: Turned off

y

Touch Buttons

Remote Control Sensor

Connection panel (See p.53)

Touch button Description

INPUT Changes the input source.

MENU Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus.

ENTER Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input.

VOL Adjusts the volume level.

CH Scrolls through the saved channels

/

I

Turns the power on or off.

All of the buttons are touch sensitive and can be operated through simple touch with your finger.

NOTE

You can set the Power indicator to on or off by selecting

y

OPTION

in the main menus.

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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 save transportation regardless of its type and size.

CAUTION

Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images.

It is recommended to move the TV in the

y

box or packing material that the TV originally came in. Before moving or lifting the TV, disconnect

y

the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame

y

firmly. Make sure not to hold the transparent part, speaker, or speaker grill area.

Setting up the TV

Attaching the Stand Base

Place the TV with the screen side down on a

1

flat and cushioned surface.

CAUTION

Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage.

Attach the

2

the screw to the right with a

Stand Base

from the set by turning

.

Coin

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When holding the TV, the screen should face

y

away from you to prevent the screen from scratches.

When transporting the TV, do not expose the

y

TV to jolts or excessive vibration. When transporting the TV, keep the TV

y

upright, never turn the TV on its side, or tilt towards the left or right.

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Detaching the Stand Base and Body

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1

2

Place the TV with the screen side down on a

flat and cushioned surface.

Turn the screw to the left, and then pull out

the

Stand Base

from the

Stand Body

.

Mounting on a table

Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a

1

table.

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

10 cm

Remove 2 screws and pull out the

3

from the TV.

Stand Body

Connect the

2

to a wall outlet.

AC-DC Adapter

and

Power Cord

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WARNING

When you adjust the angle, do not hold the buttom of the TV frame as shown on the following illustration, as may injure your fingers.

Using the Kensington security system

The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the TV. For more information of installation and using, refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit

http://www.kensington.com

.

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

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CAUTION

Disconnect the power cord first, and then move or install the TV. Otherwise electric shock may occur.

NOTE

Tilt from +10 or +18 to -5 degrees up or down to adjust the angle of the TV to suit your view

BA

NOTE

The Kensington security system is optional. You can obtain additional accessories from most electronics stores.

Front Rear

Model

Tilt Range Front (A) - 5 °

Rear (B) 10° 18°

M1950D

M2450D

DM2350D

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Tidying cables

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Gather and bind the cables with the supplied cable tie.

Mounting on a wall

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10 cm on each side and from the wall. Detailed installation instructions are available from your dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide.

10 cm

If you intend to mount the TV to a wall, attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the set. When you install the TV using the wall mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop.

Please, Use the screw and wall mount

1

interface in accordance with VESA Standards.

If you use screw longer than standard, the TV

2

might be damaged internally.

If you use improper screw, the product might be

3

damaged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it.

VESA compatible only with respect to screw

4

mounting interface dimensions and mounting screw specifications.

Please use VESA standard as below.

5

784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under

y

* Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm * Screw :  4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x

Length 10 mm

787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above

y

* Please use VESA standard wall mount pad

and screws.

Model

VESA (A x B)

Standard screw M4 M4 Number of

screws Wall mount

bracket (optional)

M1950D

DM2350D

75 x 75 200 x 100

44

RW120 RW240

M2450D

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CAUTION

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Disconnect the power cord first, and then

y

move or install the TV. Otherwise electric shock may occur. If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted

y

wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and

y

contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. Do not over tighten the screws as this may

y

cause damage to the TV and void your warranty. Use the screws and wall mounts that meet

y

the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty.

VESA (A x B)

y

NOTE

Use the screws that are listed on the VESA

y

standard screw specifications. The wall mount kit includes an installation

y

B

A

manual and necessary parts. The wall mount bracket is optional. You can

y

obtain additional accessories from your local dealer. The length of screws may differ depending

y

on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper length. For more information, refer to the

y

instructions supplied with the wall mount.

REMOTE CONTROL

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4

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7

8

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FAV

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REMOTE CONTROL

The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching

To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse.

Make sure to point the remote control to the remote control sensor on the TV.

and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.

CAUTION

Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control.

(POWER)

Turns the TV on or off.

INPUT

Selects the input mode.

(See p.21)

TV / PC INPUT Auto Conﬁg.ENERGY

TV / P

ENERGY

SAVIN

SAVING

123

1

4506

789

LIST

IST

MARK

FAV

RATIO

VOL CH

MUTE

INFO

MENU

ENTER

BACK

TAuto Conﬁ

FLASHBK

HBK

P

A

G

E

Q.MENU

EXIT

TV

ENERGY SAVING

(See p.43)

Adjusts the brightness of

the screen to reduce energy

consumption.

TV/PC

Selects TV or PC mode.

(See p.18)

LIST

Displays the channel table.

- (Dash)

Inserts a dash between

numbers such as 2-1 and 2-2.

MARK

Selects a menu or option.

FAV

Accesses your favorite

channel list.

TV / PC INPUT Auto Conﬁg.ENERGY

SAVING

123

4506

789

FLASHBK

LIST

VOL CH

MENU

MARK

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

INFO

Q.MENU

Auto Config.

Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability.

Number buttons

Enters numbers.

FLASHBK

Alternates between the two last channels selected (pressing repeatedly).

(See p.20)

RATIO

Resizes an image.

P A G E

CH

Scrolls through the saved channels.

PAGE

Moves to the previous or next screen.

(See p.22)

VOLUME

Q.MENU

Accesses the quick menus.

Adjusts the volume level.

MUTE

Mutes all sounds.

REMOTE CONTROL

P

A

G E

1

3

4

50678

9

F

MARK

FAV

3D

M

O

3D S

G

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TV / PC INPUT Auto Conﬁg.ENERGY

SAVING

123

4506

789

FLASHBK

LASHBK

LIST

MARK

FAV

P A

3D

VOL CH

G E

MUTE

3D SETTING

ETTIN

INFO

INF

Q.MENU

MENU

ENU

ENTER

EXIT

BACK

(POWER)

Turns the TV on or off.

ENERGY SAVING

(See p.43)

Adjusts the brightness of

the screen to reduce energy

consumption.

TV/PC

Selects TV or PC mode.

(See p.18)

LIST

Displays the channel table.

- (Dash)

Inserts a dash between

numbers such as 2-1 and 2-2.

MARK

Selects a menu or option.

FAV

Accesses your favorite

channel list.

TV / PC INPUT Auto Conﬁg.ENERGY

SAVING

123

4506

789

FLASHBK

LIST

VOL CH

MENU

MARK

FAV

3D

MUTE

INFO

3D SETTING

Q.MENU

3D TV

INPUT

(See p.21)

Selects the input mode.

Auto Config.

Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability.

Number buttons

Enters numbers.

FLASHBK

Alternates between the two last channels selected (pressing repeatedly).

3D (See p.37)

Uses for viewing 3D video.

P A G E

CH

Scrolls through the saved channels.

PAGE

Moves to the previous or next screen.

ENTER

Q.MENU

Accesses the quick menus.

(See p.22)

3D SETTING(Only 3D Mode)

(See p.40)

VOLUME

View for 3D Mode setting



Adjusts the volume level.

MUTE

Mutes all sounds.

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MENU

Q XIT

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Selects menus or options and

REMOTE CONTROL

TV / PC INPUT Auto Conﬁg.ENERGY

SAVING

123

4506

789

FLASHBK

LIST

MARK

FAV

P A

RATIO

VOL CH

G E

MUTE

INFO

Q.MENU

MENU

ENTER

EXIT

E

BACK

MENU

(See p.41)

Accesses the main menus

or saves your input and exit

menus.

ENTER

confirms your input.

VOL CH

RATIO

MUTE

MENU

INFO

ENTER

Q.MENU

TV

3D TV

INFO

A G E

Views the information of the currently program and the screen.

Navigation buttons

Scrolls through menus or options.

BACK

Allows the user to move

return one step in an

interactive application, EPG

or other user interaction

function.

USB Menu control

buttons

(See p.28)

USB menu(Photo List and

Music List or Movie List).

BACK

EXIT

Clears all on-screen displays and returns to TV viewing from any menu.

Colored buttons

These access special functions in some menus.

WATCHING TV

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WATCHING TV

Connecting an antenna or cable

Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch TV referring to the following. The illustrations may differ from the actual accessories and an RF cable is optional.

Connecting an antenna or basic cable

Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an RF cable (75 ohm).

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Connecting with a cable box

Connect the TV to a cable box and the cable box to a wall antenna socket with 2 RF cables (75 ohm).

Wall Antenna Socket

Outdoor Antenna

NOTE

Use a signal splitter to use more than 2 TVs.

y

If the image quality is poor, install a signal

y

amplifier properly to improve the image quality. If the image quality is poor with an antenna

y

connected, aim the antenna to the proper direction. Visit

http://AntennaWeb.org

y

information about the antenna and cable connection.

for more

CAUTION

Make sure not to bend the copper wire of

y

the RF cable.

Copper wire

Complete all connections instructions

y

between devices, and then connect the power cord to the power outlet to prevent damages to your TV.

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Accessing the TV for the first

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time

WATCHING TV

Follow the on-screen instructions to customize

4

your TV according to your preferences.

When you access the TV for the first time, the initial setting screen appears. Select a language

and customize the basic settings.

Connect the power cord to a power outlet.

1

Press on the TV to turn the TV on.

2

The Power indicator lighting is turned on.

NOTE

When the TV is in Power saving mode, the Power indicator lighting blinks.

Language

Selects a language for the display.

Ø

Mode Setting

Selects the home environment.

Home Use

for

Ø

Time Setting

Selects the time zone and daylight saving.

Ø

Auto Tuning

NOTE

To display images in the best quality for

y

your home environment, select

.

mode

Use

Store Demo

y

retail environment. If you select

y

previously customized settings will switch to the default settings of

Demo

mode is suitable for the

Store Demo

mode

in 2 minutes.

Scans and saves available channels automatically.

Home

, the

mode

Store

The initial setting screen appears if you access

3

the TV for the first time.

NOTE

You can also switch the TV from PC

y

mode to TV mode, press You can also access

y

accessing If you do not operate the TV within

y

40 seconds when the setting menu screen appears, the setting menus will disappear.

OPTION

Initial Setting

in the main menus.

TV/PC

.

by

When the basic settings are complete, press

5

ENTER

.

NOTE

If you do not complete the initial setting, it will appear whenever you access the TV.

To turn the TV off, press on the TV.

6

The Power Indicator turns off.

CAUTION

Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet when you do not use the TV for a long period of time.

WATCHING TV

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Watching TV

Press on the Remote control or on the

1

TV to turn the TV on.

Press

2

Control the TV using the following buttons and

3

INPUT

menus while you are watching TV.

Button / Menu Description

CH( CH (

Numbers Selects a channel by entering

VOL (+ , -) or

(

VOL

MUTE Mutes all sounds

PICTURE Selects one of the preset

AUDIO Selects one of the preset audio

RATIO (Except 3D Model)

and select TV.

) or

)

Scrolls through the saved channels

numbers

Adjusts the volume level

image modes (See p.43)

modes. (See p.46)

Resizes an image (See p.20)

Managing channels

Setting up channels

Storing channels

To store channels Automatically,

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Select

4

When you are finished, press

5

To store channels Manually,

Press

1

MENU

CHANNEL

Auto Tuning

The TV scans and saves available channels automatically.

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

MENU

to access the main menus.

and press

to start automatic tuning.

Yes

to access the main menus.

ENTER

.

EXIT

.

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To turn the TV off, Press on the Remote

4

control or

on the TV.

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

CHANNEL

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Manual Tuning

Scroll through the channel types, and then add

4

or delete channels.

When you are finished, press

5

When you return to the previous menu, press

BACK

and press

.

ENTER

and press

.

ENTER

EXIT

.

NOTE

The TV will ask for a password if parental

y

control has been activated (LOCK Menu). Use the password you set up in the LOCK Menu to allow a channel search. When setting the Auto tuning or Manual

y

tuning, the number of maximum channel you can store is 1,000. This number is subject to change depending on the broadcasting signal environment.

WATCHING TV

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1

2

3

4

Editing your channel list

Press

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

Edit programs using the following buttons.

MENU

CHANNEL

Channel Edit

Button Description

Navigation Scrolls through program types or

ENTER Selects a program to view

CH (

Q.MENU Adds or deletes a channel. The

to access the main menus.

and press

)

ENTER

Highlights the program type

programs

Moves to the previous or next page

deleted channel displays in gray.

.

ENTER

.

Using favorite channels

Add the channels that you watch frequently to the favorite list. To set up your favorite list,

Select a channel to add to the favorite list.

1

Press

2

Press Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Press Navigation buttons to scroll to

4

Press

5

To select a favorite channel, press until the channel you want displays.

Q. MENU

.

Fav

ENTER

the favorite list.

.

Del/Add/

Favorite

to add the selected channel to

repeatedly

FAV

.

When you are finished, press

5

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

Selecting a channel on the channel list

Press LIST to access the channel list.

1

Button Description

Navigation Scrolls through channel.

ENTER Selects a program to view

CH (

)

Moves to the previous or next page

EXIT

.

Checking current program info

INFO

Press information appears at the bottom of the screen.

to view the information of the currently program while you are watching. The following

WATCHING TV

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Banner information

DTV

DOLBY DIGITAL

HD

CNN

Current date

Program title Start time Progress bar End time Current time

11

Brief Info Title Test.

-1

Fri, Jul 01, 2011 09:45 PM 10:45 PM

Multilingual Caption TV-PG D L S VD

CC 16 : 9

1080p

09:45 PM

Dolby Digital Aspect ratio V-Chip

Multilingua Caption Resolution

Menu Description

Multilingual

Dolby Digital The program contains a Dolby Digital audio signal in TV and HDMI input sources.

Caption The program contains one or more language caption services. You can select a closed

Aspect ratio

Resolution

V-Chip The program contains V-Chip information.

The program contains two or more audio language services. You can select an audio language you want by using the quick menu.

caption you want by using the quick menu.

yThe original aspect ratio of the video is 4:3. yThe original aspect ratio of the video is 16:9 (wide).

: The video resolution is 720 x 480i.

y480 i

: The video resolution is 720 x 480p.

y480 p

: The video resolution is 1280 x 720p.

y720 p y1080 i y1080 p

"

TV Rating

: The video resolution is 1920 x 1080i.

: The video resolution is 1920 x 1080p.

" See p.50

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Using additional options

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Adjusting aspect ratio

Resize the image to view the image at its optimal size by pressing

Q.MENU

WATCHING TV

RATIO(Except 3D Model)

while you are watching TV.

or

-

: Resizes images at the standard 4:3 without

4:3

distortion.

CAUTION

If a fixed image displays on the screen for a

y

long period of time, it will be imprinted and become a permanent disfigurement on the screen. This is “image burn” or “burn-in” and not covered by the warranty. If the aspect ratio is set to 4:3 for a long

y

period of time, image burn may occur on the letterboxed area of the screen.

NOTE

You can also change the image size by pressing in the

-

16:9

Q. MENU

PICTURE

: Resizes images to fit the screen width.

or accessing

menu.

Aspect Ratio

-

Note: When enlarging or reducing the picture,

: Enlarges an image to fit the screen

Zoom

width. The top and bottom of the image may not appear.

< or >

y

Cinema Zoom

want to enlarge the picture in correct proportion.

the image may become distorted.

button: Adjust enlarge proportion of

Zoom.

or

button: Move the screen.

: Choose Cinema Zoom when you

-

Just Scan

reproduced images in high resolution without image distortion.

: Displays the most accurately

Just Scan

-

Set By Program

aspect ratio with the original image.

: Displays images in the same

< or >

y

button: Adjust enlarge proportion of

Cinema Zoom. The adjustment range is 1 to

16.

or

button: Move the screen.

NOTE

If an original image has noise, you may find

y

the noise at the edge of the image. The input sources:

y

HDMI-DTV

support

, and

Just Scan

DTV, CADTV, Component,

DVI-DTV

.

(720p/1080i/1080p),

WATCHING TV

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Using the input list

Selecting an input source

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of

2

INPUT

- The connected device displays on each input source.

the input sources and press

Input source Description

TV Watch TV over the air, cable, and

RGB-PC View a PC display on the screen

Component Watch the contents in a DVD or

HDMI Watch contents in a PC, DVD

DVI View a PC display on the screen

to access the input source list.

ENTER

digital cable broadcast

other external devices, or through a digital set-top box

or Digital settop box other high definition devices

.

Adding an Input label

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of

4

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of

5

When you are finished, press

6

MENU

OPTION

Input Label

the input sources.

the input label and press

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

to access the main menus.

and press

ENTER

.

ENTER

.

EXIT

.

NOTE

If you want to use HDMI-PC mode, you

y

must set the input label to PC mode.

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The connected input sources display in black and the disconnected input sources in grey.

- If you add an input label to each input sources, you can easily identify a device connected to each input source.

WATCHING TV

22

Locking the buttons on the TV

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(Child Lock)

Lock the buttons on the TV to prevent any unwanted operations or accidents by children.

1

2

3

4

5

Press

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to On

When you are finished, press

MENU

OPTION

Key Lock

and press feature.

- To deactivate the Key lock feature, select

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

to access the main menus.

and press

ENTER

to activate the Key lock

ENTER

.

EXIT

Off

.

Using the Quick menu

Customize the frequently using menus.

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll through

2

.

Q.MENU

the following menus.

to access the quick menu.

Aspect Ratio

16:9

NOTE

The TV is programed to remember the last

y

setting after you turn the TV off. If you turn the TV off with the Key lock

y

feature activated, press



on the TV or

(

)

or Number buttons on the remote control. If you press any button on the TV with the

y

Key lock feature activated, appears on the screen.

POWER, INPUT, CH (+, -)

INPUT, CH

Key Lock On

Menu Description

Aspect Ratio

Picture Mode

Sound Mode Audio Sleep Timer

Favourite Caption

USB Device

Resizes an image.

Selects one of the preset image modes.

Selects one of the sound modes

Selects the sound output.

Sets the length of time until the TV to turns off

Selects the favourite channels.

Activates or deactivate the subtitles

Selects USB device.

“Eject”

in order to eject

NOTE

The available menus and options may differ from the input source that you are using.

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to an

3

option you want and press

When you are finished, press

4

ENTER

.

Q. MENU

.

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CONNECTING TO A PC

Your TV supports the Plug & Play* feature and has the built-in speakers with Surround X that reproduces sound clearly with a rich bass.

* Plug & Play: The function when a PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user intervention.

NOTE

It is recommended to use the TV with the

y

HDMI connection for the best image quality. If you want to use an optional external

y

speaker instead of the built-in speaker, set the TV speaker feature to off (See p.46).

HDMI connection

Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations. You should set PC as an input label to connect the PC to the TV with an HDMI connection. To add an input label, see Adding an Input label on See p.21.

NOTE

The

OSD (On Screen Display)

y

on the screen as shown below.

»When turning the product on in »When switching to »When connecting an

signal.

Is the input connected to your PC?

Yes No

Do not show message again.

If you select

y

are optimised for your PC. If you select

y

are optimised for the AV

set-top box, gaming device)

If you select

y

this message does not appear until the Monitor SET is reset. You can change the set value in The values set for HDMI1/HDMI2 are saved

y

independently.

"Yes"

"No"

"Do not show message again"

Menu

HDMI

the size and image quality

OPTION Input Label

is displayed

input.

HDMI

input.

cable with no

HDMI

device (DVD player,

.

ENGLISH

.

HDMI OUT

PC

NOTE

Use a High Speed HDMI™ Cable.

y

Please check the PC environment if you

y

cannot hear the sound in HDMI mode. If you want to use HDMI-PC mode, you must

y

set the input label to PC mode.

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24

DVI to HDMI connection

ENGLISH

Transmits the digital video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the DVI to HDMI cable as shown the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable.

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

PC

DVI connection

Transmits the digital video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the DVI cable as shown the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable in TV.

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

PC

NOTE

If you want to use HDMI-PC mode, you must

y

set the input label to PC mode. If you do not use an optional external

y

speaker, connect the PC to the TV with the optional audio cable. If you turn the TV on when the set becomes

y

cold, the screen may flicker. This is normal. Use a shielded signal interface cable, such as

y

D-sub 15 pin signal cable and DVI to HDMI cable, with a ferrite core to maintain standard compliance for the product. Some red, green, or blue spots may appear

y

on the screen. This is normal.

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RGB connection

Transmits the analog video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the Monitor set with the D-sub 15 pin cable as shown the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable.

RGB OUT (PC) AUDIO OUT

CAUTION

Connect the signal input

y

cable and tighten it by turning the screws clockwise. Do not press the screen with your finger for

y

a long time as this may result in temporary distortion on the screen. Avoid displaying a fixed image on the screen

y

for a long period of time to prevent image burn. Use a screensaver if possible.

PC

Adjusting the screen

Selecting an image mode

Display images in its optimized settings by selecting one of the preset image modes.

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

MENU

PICTURE

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Picture Mode

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to an

4

image mode you want and press

Mode Description

Vivid Adjusts the video image for the

Standard Adjusts the image for the normal

Natural

Cinema

Sport Optimizes the video image for high

Game Optimizes the video image for a

Expert1/2 Adjusts the detailed video image

When you are finished, press

5

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

to access the main menus.

and press

ENTER

.

ENTER

.

ENTER

retail environment by enhancing the

Contrast, Brightness, Color, Sharpness

environment.

Adjusts the image for the natural screen status.

Optimizes the video image for the cinematic look and enjoy movies as if you are in a movie theater.

and dynamic actions by emphasizing primary Colors such as white, grass, or sky blue.

fast gaming screen such as PCs or games.

settings for video experts as well as general viewers.

.

EXIT

and

ENGLISH

.

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26

Customizing image options

ENGLISH

Customize basic and advanced options of each image mode for the best screen performance.

1

2

3

4

5

Press

MENU

to access the main menus.

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

PICTURE

and press

ENTER

.

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

Picture Mode

and press

ENTER

.

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to an

image mode you want and press

ENTER

.

Select and adjust following options, and then

press

ENTER

Option Description

Backlight Adjusts the brightness of the

Contrast Increases or decreases the

Brightness Adjusts the base level of the

Sharpness Adjusts the level of crispness in

Color Adjusts intensity of all

Tint Adjusts the balance between

Advanced Control

Picture Reset

.

screen by controlling the LCD backlight. If you decrease the brightness level, the screen becomes darker and the power consumption will be reduced without any video signal loss.

gradient of the video signal. You may use the bright part of the image is saturated.

signal in the image. You may use

Brightness

the image is saturated.

the edges between the light and dark areas of the picture. The lower the level, the softer the image.

and

Green

Customizes the advanced options. See more information about advanced options See p.45.

Restores the options to the default setting.

Contrast

when the dark part of

levels.

when

Colors

.

Red

Customizing PC display options

Customize options of each image mode for the best image quality.

This function works in the following mode:

y

RGB[PC] mode.

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

MENU

PICTURE

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Screen

Select and adjust following options, and then

4

press

ENTER

Option Description

Resolution Match the resolution of RGB mode.

Auto Configure

Position/ Size/Phase

Reset Restores the options to the default

to access the main menus.

and press

ENTER

.

(Resolution menu is Enabled only for the following resolution with 60Hz.)

Vertical resolution : 768

M1950D

DM2350D M2450D

Vertical resolution : 1050

DM2350D M2450D

Vertical resolution : 900

DM2350D M2450D

Sets to adjust the screen

and

Size

displayed image may be unstable for a few seconds while the configuration is in progress.

Adjusts the options when the image is not clear, especially when characters are shaky, after the auto configuration.

setting.

1024 x 768 1280 x 768 1360 x 768(Default)

1024 x 768(Default) 1280 x 768 1360 x 768

1400 x 1050 1680 x 1050(Default)

1280 x 960 1440 x 900 1600 x 900(Default)

automatically. The

Phase

Position

,

When you are finished, press

6

EXIT

.

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

When you are finished, press

5

EXIT

.

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

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Adjusting the sound

Selecting an sound mode

Play the sound in its optimized settings by selecting one of the preset sound modes.

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to a

4

When you are finished, press

5

MENU

AUDIO

and press

Mode

sound mode you want and press

Mode Description

Standard Selects when you want standard-

Music Selects when you listen to music.

Cinema Selects when you watch movies.

Sport Selects when you watch sports

Game Selects when you play games.

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

to access the main menus.

and press

quality sound.

events.

ENTER

.

EXIT

ENTER

.

Sound

.

Customizing sound options

Customize options of each sound mode for the best sound quality.

Press

1

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

2

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to

3

Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to a

4

Select and adjust following options, and then

5

MENU

AUDIO

and press

Mode

sound mode you want and press

press

ENTER

Option Description

Surround X This option enhances sound depth

Treble Controls the dominant sounds in

Bass Controls the softer sounds in the

Reset Resets the sound mode to the

to access the main menus.

and press

.

and clarity by maximizing the Surround effect.

the output. When you turn up the treble, it will increase the output to the higher frequency range.

output. When you turn up the bass, it will increase the output to the lower frequency range.

default setting.

ENTER

.

ENTER

Sound

.

ENGLISH

When you are finished, press

6

When you return to the previous menu, press

.

BACK

EXIT

.