LG NS42PDP09 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

NS-42PDP-09 NS-50PDP-09

P/NO : SAC30708031 (0801-REV00)

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).

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.

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.

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.

GROUNDING

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.

DISCON N E C T I N G DDEVICE FFROM MMAINS

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

Power Supply

Short-circuit

Breaker

CONTENTS

WARNING / CAUTION

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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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Turning On TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Channel Selection

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

Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Quick Menu

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

On-Screen Menus Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Channel Setup

- Auto Scan (Auto Tuning)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

- Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning)

. . . . . . 36

- Channel Editing

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Input List

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Input Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

AV Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

SIMPLINK

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

PICTURE CONTROL

Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Preset Picture Settings

- Picture Mode - Preset

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

- Color Tone - Preset

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Manual Picture Adjustment

- Picture Mode - User Mode

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

- Picture Mode - Expert Control

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Picture Improvement Technology

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

Advanced Control - Black (Darkness) Level

. . . . . . . 51

Advanced Control - Film Mode

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

Picture Reset

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

Image Sticking Minimization (ISM) Method

. . . . . . 54

Power Saving Picture Mode

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

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

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

. . . . . . . 66

- Digital Broadcasting System Captions

. . . . . . . . 67

- Caption Option

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

TIME SETTING

Clock Setting

- Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

- Manual Clock Setup

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

Auto On/Off Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Sleep Timer Setting

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

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

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS

Set Password & Lock System

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Channel Blocking

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

Movie & TV Rating

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

Downloadable Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

External Input Blocking

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Key lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

APPENDIX

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Maintenance

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

Product Specifications

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

IR Codes

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

External Control Through RS-232C

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

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

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.

Option EExtras

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.)

D-sub 15 pin Cable

1.5V 1.5V

Owner’s Manual Power Cord

75ohm Round Cable

Remote Control,

Batteries

P U

FAV

T E

T I

O S O

U N

. M

N U

A V

M O

D E

R E T

R N

ENTER

V O

123

456

F L

A S H B K

A G E

SLEEP

IC T U

R E

CD Manual

(Only 42PG10/20/20C)

Bolts for stand assembly

(Refer to P.10)

x 4

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

FRONT PANEL INFORMATION

PREPARATION

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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 (

E,D

)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 (

E,D

)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

42/50PG10

INPUT

ENTER

VOL

PREPARATION

BACK PANEL INFORMATION

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AV IN 2

L/ MONO

AUDIO

VIDEO

USB

SERVUCE ONLY

HDMI IN 3

RGB IN

COMPONENT IN

AUDIO

(RGB/DVI)

RGB(PC)

REMOTE

CONTROL IN

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

RS-232C IN

(CONTROL & SERVICE)

VIDEO

AUDIO

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

AV IN 1

HDMI/DVI IN

VIDEO

MONO

( )

S-VIDEO

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.

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.

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

PREPARATION

CABLE MANAGEMENT

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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.

Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP as shown.

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

How to remove the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

42PG10/20/20C

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

First, press the cable management. Hold the CABL E MM A N A G EMENT CCLIP

with both

hands and pull it upward.

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

CABLE HOLDER

CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

PREPARATION

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

SWIVEL STAND (Only 50/60PG30)

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

Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations.

CAUTION

PREPARATION

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.

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

NOTE

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 protecti o n ccover

over the hole for the stand.

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