LG Z37LC6DUM User Manual
ENERGY STAR
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Installation and Operating Guide
Model Numbers | Z32LC6D, Z37LC6D | LCD TV
is a set of power-saving
guidelines issued by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
As an ENERGY STAR
Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc.
has determined that this
product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines
for energy efficiency.
© Copyright 2008, LG Electronics USA, Inc.
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WARNING / CAUTION
WARNING / CAUTION
WARNING / CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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 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.
WARNING/CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 expressl
approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
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.
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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT 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 replaced
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 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 o
the third prong are provided for your safety. I
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 o
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
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 on the wall, make sure not
to install TV by hanging power and signal cables
on the back of the TV.
Unplug this apparatus when unused for lon
periods of time.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a
thunder or lighting storm.
Do not allow an 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.
Protect the power cord from physical o
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 electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to rain o
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.
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.
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.
Powe r
Supply
Short-circuit
Breaker
DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS
Mains plug is the disconnecting device. The
plug must remain readily operable.
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CONTENTS
WARNING / CAUTION .................................1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................2
FEATURE OF THIS TV ....................................6
PREPARATION
ACCESSORIES ................................................................7
FRONT PANEL INFORMATION .................................8
BACK PANEL INFORMATION ....................................9
STAND INSTALLATION ............................................10
VESA WALL MOUNTING ..........................................11
DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION ..................11
CABLE MANAGEMENT ............................................. 12
ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK .........................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
PC SETUP .....................................................................24
AUDIO OUT CONNECTION .................................. 29
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL
PICTURE CONTROL
PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL ......40
PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS ...................................41
- Picture Mode - Preset ........................................41
- Color Tone - Preset ............................................42
MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT .........................43
- Picture Mode - User Mode ...............................43
- Color Tone - User Mode ...................................44
DB - PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY 45
ADVANCED - CINEMA 3:2 PULL DOWN
MODE ............................................................................46
ADVANCED - BLACK (DARKNESS) LEVEL ..........47
PICTURE RESET ..........................................................48
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL
AUTO VOLUME LEVELER (AUTO VOLUME) ......49
PRESET SOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE) ...50
SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER
MODE ............................................................................51
BALANCE ......................................................................52
TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUP ...............................53
STEREO/SAP BROADCASTS SETUP .....................54
AUDIO LANGUAGE ....................................................55
ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION ..56
CAPTION MODE ........................................................57
- Analog Broadcasting System Captions ..........58
- Digital Broadcasting System Captions ..........59
- Caption Option ....................................................60
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS ........................30
TURNING ON TV .......................................................32
CHANNEL SELECTION .............................................32
VOLUME ADJUSTMENT ...........................................32
ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION .........................33
CHANNEL SETUP .......................................................34
- Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) ..................................34
- Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) ..........35
- Channel Editing ...................................................36
INPUT LIST ..................................................................37
INPUT LABEL ............................................................... 38
KEY LOCK ....................................................................39
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TIME SETTING
CLOCK SETTING ....................................................... 61
- Auto Clock Setup ................................................61
- Manual Clock Setup ........................................... 62
AUTO ON/OFF TIMER SETTING .......................... 63
SLEEP TIME SETTING ............................................... 64
AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING ................................... 65
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS
SET PASSWORD & LOCK SYSTEM ...................... 66
CHANNEL BLOCKING .............................................. 68
EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING ............................... 68
MOVIE & TV RATING ............................................... 69
DOWNLOADABLE RATING ..................................... 71
APPENDIX
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................. 72
MAINTENANCE .......................................................... 74
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................. 75
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL .......76
IR CODES ..................................................................... 79
EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232C ....81
OPEN SOURCE LICENSE ......................................... 88
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FEATURE OF THIS TV
FOR LCD TV
High-definition television. High-resolution digital
television broadcast and playback system composed
of roughly a million or more pixels, 16:9 aspect-ratio
screens, and AC3 digital audio. A subset of digital
television, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p
resolutions.
HDMI™, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing."
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Dolby
Laboratories. “
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under
license from SRS Labs, Inc.
“and the double-D symbol are
If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” 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 effect on the monitor's performance.
Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time. Doing so may
produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.
On Disposal
The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury. Do not dispose of this product with
general household waste. Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local
authority.
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PREPARATION
ACCESSORIES
Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the
dealer where you purchased the TV.
The accessories included may differ from the images below.
PREPARATION
Owner’s Manual CD Manual Remote Control,
Batteries
Cable Management Clip 4-Bolts for stand assembly
(Refer to p.10)
Option Extras
D-sub 15 pin Cable
Polishing Cloth
* 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.
Power Cord
Screw for stand fixing
(Refer to p.13)
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.
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PREPARATION
FRONT PANEL INFORMATION
Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV.
NOTE: If your product has a protection tape attached, remove the tape.
PREPARATION
And then wipe the product with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is included with your product, use it).
CHANNEL (S, T)Buttons
Power/Standby Indicator
Illuminates red in standby mode.
Illuminates green when the set is
switched on.
Remote Control Sensor
VOLUME (W, X)Buttons
ENTER Button
MENU Button
INPUT Button
POWER Button
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BACK PANEL INFORMATION
Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV.
PREPARATION
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.
RGB (P C)
Analog PC Connection. Uses a D-sub 15 pin
cable (VGA cable).
AUDIO (RGB/DVI)
1/8” headphone jack for analog PC audio input.
SERVICE ONLY
Used for software updates.
REMOTE CONTROL PORT
For a wired remote control.
ANTENNA/CABLE IN
Connect over-the air signals to this jack.
Connect cable signals to this jack.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
Digital audio output for use with amps and
home theater systems.
Includes an optical and/or coaxial connection.
Note: In standby mode, these ports do not
work.
RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT
Used by third party devices.
AUDIO OUT
Analog audio output for use with amps and
home theater systems.
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).
Power Cord Socket
For operation with AC power.
Caution: Never attempt to operate the TV on
DC power.
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PREPARATION
STAND INSTALLATION
Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV.
PREPARATION
Carefully place the product screen side down on a
cushioned surface that will protect product and
screen from damage.
Assemble the product stand with the product as
shown.
Securely install the 4 bolts provided.
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