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

    The model and serial number of the TV is locatedon the back and one side of the TV.

    Record it below should you ever need service.

    LCD TVOWNERS MANUAL32LH40

    37LH40

    42LH40

    47LH40

    55LH40

    37LH55

    42LH55

    47LH55

    55LH55

    32CL40

    42CL40

    47CL40

    42LU60

    47LU60

    P/NO : SAC33601903 (0901-REV01)

    www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca

    This product qualifies for ENERGY STAR in the factorydefault (Home Use) setting and this is the setting in whichpower savings will be achieved.

    Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling otherfeatures will increase power consumption that could exceedthe limits necessary to quality for Energy Star rating.

    Model:

    Serial:

    1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User

    1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User

    1-888-542-2623 CANADA

    LG Customer Information Center

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    WARNING / CAUTION

    WARNING / CAUTION

    To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not exposethis product to rain or moisture.

    FCC NOTICE

    Class B digital device

    This equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment

    generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by oneor more of the following measures:

    - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

    - Increase the separation between the equipment andreceiver.

    - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver is connected.

    - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.

    Any changes or modifications not expressly approvedby the party responsible for compliance could voidthe users authority to operate the equipment.

    CAUTION

    Do not attempt to modify this product in any waywithout written authorization from LG Electronics.Unauthorized modification could void the usersauthority to operate this product.

    The lightning flash with arrowheadsymbol, within an equilateral triangle, isintended to alert the user to the presence

    of uninsulated dangerous voltage within theproducts enclosure that may be of sufficientmagnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock topersons.

    The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to

    the presence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in the litera-ture accompanying the appliance.

    TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

    DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO

    QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

    WARNING/CAUTION

    TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO

    RAIN OR MOISTURE.

    NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER

    This reminder is provided to call the CATV systeminstallers attention to Article 820-40 of the NationalElectric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines forproper grounding and, in particular, specifies that thecable ground shall be connected to the grounding systemof the building, as close to the point of the cable entryas practical.

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    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

    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 inaccordance with the manufacturers instructions.

    Do not install near any heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherapparatus (including amplifiers) that produceheat.

    Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarizedor grounding-type plug. A polarized plug hastwo blades with one wider than the other. Agrounding type plug has two blades and athird grounding prong, The wide blade or thethird prong are provided for your safety. If theprovided plug does not fit into your outlet,consult an electrician for replacement of theobsolete outlet.

    Protect the power cord from being walked on

    or pinched particularly at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit fromthe apparatus.

    Only use attachments/accessories specified bythe manufacturer.

    Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,or table specified by the manufacturer, or soldwith the apparatus. When a cart is used, usecaution when moving the cart/apparatus com-bination to avoid injury from tip-over.

    Unplug this apparatus during lighting stormsor when unused for long periods of time.

    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 hasbeen spilled or objects have fallen into theapparatus, the apparatus has been exposed torain or moisture, does not operate normally, orhas been dropped.

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    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

    Never touch this apparatus or antenna duringa thunder or lighting storm.

    When mounting a TV on the wall, make surenot to install the TV by the hanging power andsignal cables on the back of the TV.

    Do not allow an impact shock or any objects tofall into the product, and do not drop onto thescreen with something.

    CAUTION concerning the Power Cord:

    It is recommend that appliances be placedupon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single

    outlet circuit which powers only that applianceand has no additional outlets or branchcircuits. Check the specification page of thisowner's manual to be certain.

    Do not connect too many appliances to thesame AC power outlet as this could result infire or electric shock.

    Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded walloutlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extensioncords, frayed power cords, or damaged orcracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of

    these conditions could result in electric shockor fire. Periodically examine the cord of yourappliance, and if its appearance indicates damageor deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use ofthe appliance, and have the cord replaced withan exact replacement part by an authorizedservicer. Protect the power cord from physicalor mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walkedupon. Pay particular attention to plugs, walloutlets, and the point where the cord exits theappliance.

    Do not make the TV with the power cordplugged in. Do not use a damaged or loosepower cord. Be sure do grasp the plug whenunplugging the power cord. Do not pull on thepower cord to unplug the TV.

    WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electricalshock, do not expose this product to rain,moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TVwith wet hands. Do not install this product

    near flammable objects such as gasoline orcandles or expose the TV to direct airconditioning.

    Do not expose to dripping or splashing and donot place objects filled with liquids, such as

    vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g.on shelves above the unit).

    GROUNDING

    Ensure that you connect the earth ground wireto prevent possible electric shock (i.e. a TVwith a three-prong grounded AC plug must be

    connected to a three-prong grounded AC out-let). If grounding methods are not possible,have a qualified electrician install a separatecircuit breaker.

    Do not try to ground the unit by connecting itto telephone wires, lightening rods, or gaspipes.

    DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS

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

    As long as this unit is connected to the AC walloutlet, it is not disconnected from the ACpower source even if you turn off this unit bySWITCH.

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    ANTENNAS

    Outdoor antenna grounding

    If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow theprecautions below. An outdoor antenna systemshould not be located in the vicinity of over-head power lines or other electric light orpower circuits, or where it can come in contactwith such power lines or circuits as death orserious injury can occur.

    Be sure the antenna system is grounded so asto provide some protection against voltagesurges and built-up static charges.

    Section 810 of the National Electrical Code(NEC) in the U.S.A. provides information withrespect to proper grounding of the mast andsupporting structure, grounding of the lead-inwire to an antenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors, location of antenna dis-charge unit, connection to grounding elec-trodes and requirements for the groundingelectrode.

    Antenna grounding according to theNational Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

    Cleaning

    When cleaning, unplug the power cord andscrub gently with a soft cloth to preventscratching. Do not spray water or other liquidsdirectly on the TV as electric shock may occur.Do not clean with chemicals such as alcohol,thinners or benzene.

    Moving

    Make sure the product is turned off,unplugged and all cables have been removed. Itmay take 2 or more people to carry larger TVs.Do not press against or put stress on the frontpanel of the TV.

    Venti lation

    Install your TV where there is proper ventila-tion. Do not install in a confined space such asa bookcase. Do not cover the product with

    cloth or other materials (e.g.) plastic whileplugged in. Do not install in excessively dustyplaces.

    If you smell smoke or other odors coming fromthe TV or hear strange sounds, unplug the powercord contact an authorized service center.

    Do not press strongly upon the panel withhand or sharp object such as nail, pencil orpen, or make a scratch on it.

    Keep the product away from direct sunlight.

    For LCD TV

    If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may bea small flicker when it is turned on. This isnormal, there is nothing wrong with TV.

    Some minute dot defects may be visible on thescreen, appearing as tiny red, green, or bluespots. However, they have no adverse effect onthe monitor's performance.

    Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding yourfinger(s) against it for long periods of time.Doing so may produce some temporary dis-tortion effects on the screen.

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    Antenna Lead in Wire

    Antenna Discharge Unit(NEC Section 810-20)

    Grounding Conductor(NEC Section 810-21)

    Ground Clamps

    Power Service GroundingElectrode System (NECArt 250, Part H)

    Ground Clamp

    Electric ServiceEquipment

    NEC: National Electrical Code

    ON DISPOSAL(Only Hg lamp used LCD TV)

    The fluorescent lamp used in this product containsa small amount of mercury. Do not dispose ofthis product with general household waste.Disposal of this product must be carried out inaccordance to the regulations of your local authority.

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    CONTENTS

    WARNING / CAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

    FEATURE OF THIS TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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    PREPARATION

    Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

    Front Panel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

    Back Panel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

    Stand Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

    VESA Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

    Cable Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    19Desktop Pedestal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

    Swivel Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

    Attaching the TV to a Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

    Kensington Security System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

    Securing the TV to the wall to prevent falling whenthe TV is used on a stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

    Antenna or Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    HD Receiver Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

    DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

    VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

    Other A/V Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

    PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

    USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

    Audio out Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLRemote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

    Turning On TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

    Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

    Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

    Initial Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

    On-Screen Menus Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

    Quick Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

    Channel Setup

    - Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

    - Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) . . . . . . 49

    - Channel Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

    Favorite Channel Setup / Favorite Channel List . . 52

    Brief Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

    Input List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

    Input Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

    AV Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

    Simple Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

    Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

    SIMPLINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

    USB

    Entry Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

    Photo List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

    Music List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

    PICTURE CONTROL

    Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Picture Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

    Preset Picture Settings (Picture Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

    Manual Picture Adjustment - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . 73

    Picture Improvement Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

    Expert Picture Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

    Energy Saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

    Picture Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

    Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

    Demo Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL

    Auto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

    Clear Voice II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

    Preset Sound Setting (Sound Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

    Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 85

    Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

    TV Speakers On/Off Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

    Audio Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

    Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

    Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

    On-Screen Menus Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

    Caption Mode

    - Analog Broadcasting System Captions . . . . . . . 92

    - Digital Broadcasting System Captions . . . . . . . . 93

    - Caption Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

    TIME SETTING

    Clock Setting

    - Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95

    - Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

    Auto On/Off Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

    Sleep Timer Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

    PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS

    Set Password & Lock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

    Channel Blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

    Movie & TV Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

    Downloadable Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

    External Input Blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

    APPENDIX

    Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

    Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

    Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

    IR Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

    External Control Through RS-232C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

    Open Source License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

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    FEATURE OF THIS TV

    I When a fixed image (e.g. logos, screen menus, video game, and computer display) is displayed on the TVfor an extended period, it can become permanently imprinted on the screen. This phenomenon is knownas image burn or burn-in. Image burn is not covered under the manufacturers warranty.

    I In order to prevent image burn, avoid displaying a fixed image on your TV screen for a prolonged period(2 or more hours for LCD, 1 or more hours for Plasma TV).

    I Image burn can also occur on the letterboxedareas of your TV if you use the 4:3 aspectratio setting for an extended period.

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO PREVENT IMAGE BURN/ BURN-IN ON YOUR TV SCREEN

    The AV Mode optimizes the picture into Cinema,

    Sports, and game Mode according to the video andaudio content. The viewer has the ability to quicklychoose the correct mode for the picture they areviewing.

    Displays HDTV programs in full 1920 x 1080p resolu-tion for a more detailed picture.

    Automatically enhances and amplifies the sound ofhuman voice frequency range to help keep dialogueaudible when background noise swells.

    LG TV include a unique invisible speaker system,tuned by renowned audio expert, Mr. Mark Levinson.Speakers are embedded in strategic spots behind thefront cabinet and use minute vibrations to turn theentire front bezel into the speaker system. The resultis a clean, polished look, and enhanced audio byincreasing the sweet spot, giving a wider and richersound field.

    HDMITM, the HDMI logo and High-DefinitionMultimedia Interface are trademarks or registeredtrademarks of HDMI Licensing."

    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 ofDolby Laboratories.

    This TV contains the detailed calibrations necessaryfor professional certification by the Imaging ScienceFoundation. The resulting ISF day and night modeswill then be accessible by the user to experience thebest their LG HDTV has to offer.CALIBRATE LIKE A PRO: Sophisticated and detailedcalibrations can be made through the ISFccc mode.Detailed calibration requires a licensed technician.Please contact your local dealer to inquire about anISF certified technician.

    High-definition television. High-resolution digitaltelevision broadcast and playback system composedof roughly a million or more pixels, 16:9 aspect-ratioscreens, and AC3 digital audio. A subset of digitaltelevision, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p

    resolutions.

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    PREPARATION

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    ACCESSORIES

    PREPARATION

    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.

    1.5V 1.5V

    Owners Manual Power CordRemote Control,Batteries

    FAV

    MUTE

    MARK

    RATIOSLEEP

    POWER

    Q.MENU

    MENU

    AVMODE

    RETURN

    VOL

    CH1

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    0 9

    FLASHBK

    PA

    GE

    INPUTENERGYSAVING

    INFO

    LIST

    ENTER

    CD Manual

    Option Extras

    * Wipe spots on the exterior only with

    the polishing cloth.

    * Do not wipe roughly when removing

    stain. Excessive pressure may cause

    scratch or discoloration.Polishing Cloth

    Not included with all models

    D-sub 15 pin Cable

    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.

    For 32/37/42/47/55LH40, 37/42/47/55LH55

    Bolts for stand assembly(Refer to P.16)

    Screw for stand fixing(Refer to P.22)

    Protection Cover

    x 4

    (Except 55LH40, 55LH55) (Except 47/55LH40, 47/55LH55)

    For 32/42/47CL40, 42/47LU60

    Bolts for stand assembly(Refer to P.14)

    Screw for stand fixing(Refer to P.22)

    x 4 x 4

    (Except 47CL40, 47LU60) (Except 47CL40, 47LU60)

    Protection Cover

    or

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    FRONT PANEL INFORMATION

    PREPARATION

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    INPUT

    MENU

    ENTER

    CH

    VOL

    CHANNEL (D,E)Buttons

    VOLUME (+, -)

    Buttons

    ENTER Button

    MENU Button

    INPUT Button

    POWER Button

    Power/Standby Indicator

    Illuminates red in standby mode.

    Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on.

    (Can be adjusted Power Indicator in the

    OPTION menu. G p.80)

    Remote Control Sensor,Intelligent Sensor

    Adjusts picture according tothe surrounding conditions

    32/37/42/47/55LH40, 37/42/47/55LH55

    AC power control switch

    OFF ON

    SPEAKER

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    POWER Button

    Power/Standby Indicator

    Illuminates red in standby mode.

    Illuminates blue when the set is switched on.(Can be adjusted using Power Indicatorinthe OPTION menu. G p.80)

    CH

    VOL

    MENU

    INPUT

    ENTER

    Intelligent Sensor

    Adjusts picture according to thesurrounding conditions

    32/42/47CL40, 42/47LU60

    Remote Control Sensor

    SPEAKER

    CH

    VOL

    MENU

    INPUT

    ENTER

    CHANNEL ( , )Buttons

    VOLUME (+, -)Buttons

    ENTER Button

    MENU Button

    INPUT Button

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    BACK PANEL INFORMATION

    PREPARATION

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    VIDEO AUDIO

    L R

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    OPTICAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    RGB IN (PC)AV IN 1

    COMPONENT IN

    2

    3

    1

    2

    1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO/DVI IN

    ( )

    ( )

    L R

    R

    1 2 3

    6 57

    9

    ( )

    AV IN 2

    L/MONO

    R

    AUDIO

    VIDEO

    USBI

    N

    IN4

    1

    8

    2

    4

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    AV (Audio/Video) IN

    Analog composite connection. Supports standard

    definition video only (480i).

    HDMI/DVI IN, HDMI IN

    Digital Connection.

    Supports HD video and Digital audio. Doesntsupport 480i.

    Accepts DVI video using an adapter or HDMI toDVI cable (not included).

    RGB IN (PC)

    Analog PC Connection. Uses a D-sub 15 pin cable

    (VGA cable).AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI)

    1/8" (0.32 cm) headphone jack for analog PCaudio input.

    OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

    Digital optical audio output for use with amps andhome theater systems.

    Note: In standby mode, this port doesnt work.

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    Connect over-the air signals to this jack.Connect cable signals to this jack.

    RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT

    Used by third party devices.

    This port is used for Service or Hotel mode.

    COMPONENT IN

    Analog Connection.

    Supports HD.

    Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & redand white for audio.

    USB INPUTUsed for viewing photos and listening to MP3s.

    Power Cord SocketFor operation with AC power.

    Caution: Never attempt to operate the TV on DCpower.

    1

    2

    3

    4

    5

    8

    9

    7

    6

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    STAND INSTRUCTION (For 32/42/47CL40, 42/47LU60)

    PREPARATION

    Assemble the STAND BODY to the COVER

    BASE with the included screws.2

    Assemble the TV as shown.

    3

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

    4

    STAND BODY

    COVER BASE

    Carefully place the TV screen side down on acushioned surface to protect the screen fromdamage.

    1

    INSTALLATION (Only 32/42CL40, 42LU60)

    G When assembling the desk type stand, make surethe bolt is fully tightened (If not tightened fully,the TV can tilt forward after the product installa-tion). Do not over tighten.

    NOTE!

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

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    DETACHMENT

    Carefully place the TV screen side down on acushioned surface to protect the screen fromdamage.

    1

    Loose the bolts from TV.2

    Detach the stand from TV.3

    After removing the stand, install the includedprotection coverover the hole for the stand.

    Press the PROTECTION COVER into the TV

    until you hear it click.

    PROTECTION COVER

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    STAND INSTRUCTION (For 32/37/42/47/55LH40, 37/42/47/55LH55)

    PREPARATION

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    Carefully place the TV screen side down on acushioned surface to protect the screen fromdamage.

    Assemble the TV as shown.

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

    1

    2

    3

    INSTALLATION (Except 55LH40, 55LH55)

    G When assembling the desk type stand, make surethe bolt is fully tightened (If not tightened fully,the TV can tilt forward after the product installa-tion). Do not over tighten.

    NOTE!

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    DETACHMENT

    Carefully place the TV screen side down on acushioned surface to protect the screen fromdamage.

    1

    Loose the bolts from TV.2

    Detach the stand from TV.3

    After removing the stand, install the includedprotection coverover the hole for the stand.

    Press the PROTECTION COVER into the TVuntil you hear it click.

    PROTECTION COVER

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    VESA WALL MOUNTING

    PREPARATION

    Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, please

    contact your nearest installer.If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury.

    We recommend that you use an LG brand wall mount when mounting the TV to a wall.

    LG recommends that wall mounting be performed by a qualified professional installer.

    G Do not install your wall mount kit while your TV is turned on. It may result in personalinjury due to electric shock.

    CAUTION

    G Screw length needed depends on the wall mountused. For further information, refer to the instruc-tions included with the mount.

    G Standard dimensions for wall mount kits are shownin the table.

    G When purchasing our wall mount kit, a detailedinstallation manual and all parts necessary forassembly are provided.

    G Do not use screws longer then the standard dimen-sion, as they may cause damage to the inside tothe TV.

    G For wall mounts that do not comply with the VESA

    standard screw specifications, the length of thescrews may differ depending on their specifica-tions.

    G Do not use screws that do not comply with theVESA standard screw specifications.Do not use fasten the screws too strongly, this maydamage the TV or cause the TV to a fall, leading topersonal injury. LG is not liable for these kinds ofaccidents.

    G LG is not liable for TV damage or personal injurywhen a non-VESA or non specified wall mount isused or the consumer fails to follow the TV installa-tion instructions.

    NOTE!

    Model

    VESA (A * B)

    Standard Screw QuantityWall Mounting Bracket

    (sold separately)

    32LH40, 32CL40

    55LH40, 55LH55

    37LH40, 37LH5542LH40, 42LH55,42CL40, 42LU6047LH40, 47LH55,47CL40, 47LU60

    200 * 100 M4 4

    200 * 200 M6 4

    400 * 400 M6 4

    AW-55LH40M

    AABB

    AW-47LG30M

    RW230 AW-47LG30M

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    CABLE MANAGEMENT

    Connect the cables as necessary.

    To connect additional equipment, see theEXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section.

    Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP asshown.

    CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

    1

    2

    Put the cables inside the CABLE MANAGEMENTCLIP and snap it closed.

    3

    For 32/42/47CL40, 42/47LU60

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

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    CABLE MANAGEMENT

    PREPARATION

    Connect the cables as necessary.

    To connect additional equipment, see theEXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP section.

    Install the CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP asshown.

    CABLE MANAGEMENT CLIP

    1

    2

    Put the cables inside the CABLE MANAGEMENTCLIP and snap it closed.

    3

    For 32/37/42/47/55LH40, 37/42/47/55LH55

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

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    DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION

    SWIVEL STANDAfter installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the left or right direction by 20 degrees to suityour viewing position.

    For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall.

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    4 inches

    G Ensure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations.

    G Do not mount near or above any type of heat source.CAUTION

    4 inches

    4 inches

    4 inches

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    ATTACHING THE TV TO A DESK (Except 47/55LH40, 47/55LH55, 47CL40, 47LU60)

    PREPARATION

    The TV must be attached to a desk so it cannot be pulled in a forward/backward direction, potentially causinginjury or damaging the product.

    G To prevent TV from falling over, the TV should be securely attached to the floor/wall per installationinstructions. Tipping, shaking, or rocking the machine may cause injury.

    WARNING

    1-Screw(provided as parts of the product)

    Desk

    Stand

    KENSINGTON SECURITY SYSTEMI This feature is not available for all models.

    - The TV is equipped with a Kensington Security System connector onthe back panel. Connect the Kensington Security System cable asshown below.

    - For the detailed installation and use of the Kensington SecuritySystem, refer to the users guide provided with the KensingtonSecurity System.

    For further information, contact http://www.kensington.com,the internet homepage of the Kensington company. Kensington sells

    security systems for expensive electronic equipment such as note-book PCs and LCD projectors.

    NOTE: The Kensington Security System is an optional accessory.

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    SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLINGWHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STAND

    We recommend that you set up the TV close to a wall so it cannot fall over if pushed backwards.

    Additionally, we recommend that the TV be attached to a wall so it cannot be pulled in a forward direction,potentially causing injury or damaging the product.

    Caution: Please make sure that children dont climb on or hang from the TV.

    I Insert the eye-bolts (or TV brackets and bolts) to tighten the product to the wall as shown in the picture.

    *If your product has the bolts in the eye-bolts position before inserting the eye-bolts, loosen the bolts.

    * Insert the eye-bolts or TV brackets/bolts and tighten them securely in the upper holes.

    Secure the wall brackets with the bolts (sold separately) to the wall. Match the height of the bracket that ismounted on the wall to the holes in the product.

    Ensure the eye-bolts or brackets are tightened securely.

    I Use a sturdy rope (sold separately) to tie the product. It is safer to tiethe rope so it becomes horizontal between the wall and the product.

    I You should purchase necessary components to prevent the TV from tipping over (when not using a wall mount).I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    G Use a platform or cabinet strong enough and large enough to support the size and weight of the TV.

    G To use the TV safely make sure that the height of the bracket on the wall and the one on the TV are the same.

    NOTE!

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    ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION

    PREPARATIONI To prevent damage do not connect to the power outlet until all connections are made between the devices.I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    1. Antenna (Analog or Digital)

    Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable BoxConnections.

    For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed.

    2. Cable

    WallAntennaSocket

    OutdoorAntenna(VHF, UHF)

    Cable TVWall Jack

    Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments(Connect to wall antenna socket)

    RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)

    RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)

    Single-family Dwellings /Houses(Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)

    Be careful not to bend the copper wirewhen connecting the antenna.

    Copper Wire

    I To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly.I If the antenna needs to be split for two TVs, install a 2-Way Signal Splitter.I If the antenna is not installed properly, contact your dealer for assistance.

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    ( )

    R

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    ( )

    R

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    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    HD RECEIVER SETUP

    This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, ifyou do receive digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device.

    Component Connection

    1. How to connect

    Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the digital set-top box to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO 1jacks onthe TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, andPR = red).

    Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to

    the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1jacks on the TV.2

    1

    2. How to use

    I Turn on the digital set-top box.

    (Refer to the owners manual for the digital set-top box operation.)

    I Select the Component1 input source on the TV using the

    INPUT button on the remote control.I If connected to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select the

    Component2 input source on the TV.

    I To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment.

    I Image shown may differ from your TV.

    Y, CB/PB, CR/PRSupported Resolutions

    Horizontal VerticalFrequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz)

    15.73 59.9415.73 60.00

    31.47 59.94

    31.50 60.00

    44.96 59.9445.00 60.00

    33.72 59.9433.75 60.00

    26.97 23.97627.00 24.0033.71 29.9733.75 30.0067.432 59.9467.50 60.00

    Resolution

    720x480i

    720x480p

    1280x720p

    1920x1080i

    1920x1080p

    Signal

    480i

    480p

    720p

    1080i

    1080p

    Component

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    HDMI

    No

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

    AV IN 1

    2

    3

    1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R/DVI IN

    ( )

    VIDEO AUDIO

    L R

    COMPONENT IN

    2

    1

    Y L RPB PR

    1 2

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    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    HDMI Connection

    Connect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN 1,2, 3, or4 jack on the TV.

    No separate audio connection is necessary.

    HDMI supports both audio and video.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to use

    I Turn on the digital set-top box.

    (Refer to the owners manual for the digital set-top box.)

    I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, orHDMI4 inputsource on the TV using the INPUT button on the remotecontrol.

    2

    1

    HDMI-DTV

    Horizontal VerticalFrequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz)

    31.47 59.9431.50 60.00

    44.96 59.9445.00 60.00

    33.72 59.9433.75 60.00

    26.97 23.97627.00 24.0033.71 29.9733.75 30.0067.432 59.93967.50 60.00

    Resolution

    720x480p

    1280x720p

    1920x1080i

    1920x1080p

    ( )

    O AUDIO

    L R

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    O

    RGB IN (PC)

    AV IN 1

    MPONENT IN

    1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R

    2

    3

    1

    /DVI IN

    HDMI OUTPUT

    ( )

    1

    G Check HDMI cable over version 1.3.

    If the HDMI cables dont support HDMI version 1.3, it cancause flickers or no screen display. In this case use the lat-est cables that support HDMI version 1.3.

    NOTE!

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    DVI to HDMI Connection

    AUDIO

    L R

    RS-232C IN(CONTROL&SERVICE)

    OPTICAL DIGAUDIO O

    ANTENNACABLE IN

    RGB IN (PC)

    AV IN 1

    NT IN

    1

    MONO ) AUDIOL R

    2

    3

    1

    /DVI IN

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    L RDVI OUTPUTAUDIO

    1

    2

    G A DVI to HDMI cable or adapter is required for this con-nection. DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audioconnection is necessary.

    NOTE!

    Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box tothe HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, or3jack on the TV.

    Connect the digital set-top box audio output to theAUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the TV.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to useI Turn on the digital set-top box.

    (Refer to the owners manual for the digital set-top box.)

    I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, orHDMI3 input source on theTV using the INPUT button on the remote control.

    2

    1

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    DVD SETUP

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    Component Connection

    Component Input ports

    To get better picture quality, connect a DVD player to the

    component input ports as shown below.

    Component ports on the TV Y PB PR

    Video output ports

    on DVD player

    Y

    Y

    Y

    Y

    PB

    B-Y

    Cb

    Pb

    PR

    R-Y

    Cr

    Pr

    Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to theCOMPONENT IN VIDEO 1jacks on the TV.

    Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red).

    Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the

    COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1jacks on the TV.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to use

    I Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.

    I Select the Component1 input source on the TV usingthe INPUT button on the remote control.

    I If connected to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select theComponent2 input source on the TV.

    I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.

    2

    1

    AV IN 1

    2

    3

    1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R/DVI

    VIDEO AUDIO

    L R

    COMPONENT IN

    2

    1

    Y L RPB PR

    ( )

    ( )

    1 2

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    Composite (RCA) Connection

    VIDEO AUDIO

    L R

    COMPONENT IN

    2

    3

    1

    2

    1

    /DVI IN

    ( )

    ( )

    AV IN 1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R

    L RVIDEO

    AUDIO

    HDMI Connection

    ( )

    AUDIO

    L R

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    OP

    AC

    RGB IN (PC)

    AV IN 1

    PONENT IN

    1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R

    2

    3

    1

    /DVI IN

    HDMI OUTPUT

    ( )

    1

    Connect the AUDIO/VIDEOjacks between TV andDVD. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left= white, and Audio Right = red)

    1. How to connect

    2. How to useI Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.

    I Select the AV1 orAV2 input source on the TV using theINPUT button on the remote control.

    I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.

    1

    Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to theHDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, 3 or4jack on the TV.

    No separate audio connection is necessary.

    HDMI supports both audio and video.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to useI Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, orHDMI4 input

    source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remotecontrol.

    I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.

    2

    1

    G Check HDMI cable over version 1.3.If the HDMI cables dont support HDMI version 1.3, it cancause flickers or no screen display. In this case use the lat-est cables that support HDMI version 1.3.

    NOTE!

    1

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    VCR SETUP

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    Antenna Connection

    Connect the RF antenna out socket of theVCR to the ANTENNA/CABLE IN sock-et on the TV.

    Connect the antenna cable to the RFantenna in socket of the VCR.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to use

    I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and thentune TV to the same channel number.

    I Insert a video tape into the VCR and pressPLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owners

    manual.)

    2

    1

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    UDIO IN

    GB/DVI)

    OPTICAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT

    RGB IN (PC)( )

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    L RS-V IDEO VID EO

    OUTPUTSWITCH

    ANT IN

    ANT OUT

    AUDIO

    Wall Jack

    Antenna

    1

    2

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    Composite (RCA) Connection

    G If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable fromthe VCR to the AUDIO L/MONOjack of the TV.

    NOTE!

    ( )

    VIDEO AUDIO

    L R

    COMPONENT IN

    2

    3

    1

    2

    1

    /DVIAV IN 1

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R

    L RS-VIDEO VIDEO

    AUDIO

    OUTPUTSWITCH

    ANT IN

    ANT OUT

    1

    Connect the AUDIO/VIDEOjacks between TV andVCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left= white, and Audio Right = red)

    1. How to connect

    2. How to use

    I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR.(Refer to the VCR owners manual.)

    I Select the AV1 input source on the TV using the INPUT

    button on the remote control.

    I If connected to AV IN 2, select AV2 input source on the TV.

    1

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    OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    AV IN 2

    L/MONO

    R

    AUDIO

    VIDEO

    US

    BI

    N

    IN4

    L RVIDEO

    Camcorder

    Video Game Set

    Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacksbetween TV and external equipment.Match the jack colors.

    (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, andAudio Right = red)

    1. How to connect

    2. How to use

    I Select the AV2 input source on the TV usingthe INPUT button on the remote control.

    I If connected to AV IN 1 input, select the AV1input source on the TV.

    I Operate the corresponding external equipment.

    1

    1

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    PC SETUP

    This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings.

    VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    OPTICAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    2

    3

    1

    ( ) R/DVI IN

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    RGB IN (PC)

    RGB OUTPUTAUDIO

    ( )

    2 1

    Connect the VGA output of the PC to the RGB IN(P C) jack on the TV.

    Connect the PC audio output to the AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)jack on the TV.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to useI Turn on the PC and the TV.

    I Select the RGB-PC input source on the TV using theINPUT button on the remote control.

    2

    1

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    DVI to HDMI Connection

    AUDIO

    L R

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    OP

    AC

    RGB IN (PC)

    AV IN 1

    PONENT IN

    MONO ) AUDIOVIDEO L R

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    2

    3

    1

    /DVI IN

    AUDIODVI OUTPUT

    1 2

    Connect the DVI output of the PC to the HDMI/DVIIN 1, 2, or3 jack on the TV.

    Connect the PC audio output to the AUDIO IN(RGB/DVI)jack on the TV.

    1. How to connect

    2. How to useI Turn on the PC and the TV.

    I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, orHDMI3 input source onthe TV using the INPUT button on the remote control.

    2

    1

    G Check HDMI cable over version 1.3.

    If the HDMI cables dont support HDMI version 1.3, it cancause flickers or no screen display. In this case use the lat-est cables that support HDMI version 1.3.

    NOTE!

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    NOTES!

    Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC)

    Resolution

    720x400

    640x350

    Horizontal VerticalFrequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz)

    31.468 70.09

    31.469 70.08

    31.469 59.94

    37.879 60.31

    48.363 60.00

    47.776 59.87

    47.712 60.015

    63.981 60.02

    75.00 60.00

    66.587 59.934

    67.5 60.00

    640x480

    800x600

    1024x768

    1280x768

    1280x1024

    1360x768

    1600x1200

    1920x1080RGB-PC

    1920x1080HDMI-PC

    G To get the the best picture quality, adjust the PCgraphics card to 1920x1080.

    G Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode maynot work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use.

    G In PC mode, there may be noise associated withthe resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or bright-ness. If noise is present, change the PC output toanother resolution, change the refresh rate toanother rate or adjust the brightness and contraston the PICTURE menu until the picture is clear.

    G Avoid keeping a fixed image on the screen for along period of time. The fixed image may becomepermanently imprinted on the screen.

    G The synchronization input form for Horizontal andVertical frequencies is separate.

    G Depending on the graphics card, some resolutionsettings may not allow the image to be positionedon the screen properly.

    G If there are overscan in HDMI-PC 1920x1080,change aspect ratio to Just scan.

    G When selecting HDMI-PC, set the Input Label -PC in the OPTION menu.

    G The TV provides EDID data to the PC systemwith a DDC protocol. DDC protocol is preset forRGB (Analog RGB), HDMI (Digital RGB) mode.

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    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    Screen Setup for PC mode

    Selecting ResolutionYou can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode.

    The Position, Phase, and Size can also be adjusted.

    Select PICTURE.

    Select Screen (RGB-PC).

    Select Resolution.

    Select the desired resolution.

    1024 x 768

    1280 x 768

    1360 x 768

    1366 x 768

    Auto Config.

    Resolution

    Position

    Size

    Phase

    Reset

    SCREEN Move Prev.

    1MENU

    3

    4

    2ENTER

    ENTER

    ENTER

    5ENTER

    EnterMovePICTUREE

    R G

    Contrast 50

    Brightness 50

    Sharpness 50

    Color 50

    Tint 0

    Advanced Control

    Picture Reset

    Screen (RGB-PC)

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    Auto ConfigureAutomatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is still

    not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC.

    Select Screen (RGB-PC).

    Select Auto Config ..

    Auto Config.

    Resolution

    Position

    Size

    Phase

    Reset

    SCREEN Move Prev.

    To Set

    3

    2ENTER

    ENTER

    Select Yes.4

    ENTER

    Start Auto Configuration.5

    ENTER

    Select PICTURE.1

    MENU

    I If the position of the image is still notcorrect, try Auto adjustment again.

    I If picture needs to be adjusted againafter Auto adjustment in RGB-PC, youcan adjust the Pos i t ion, S i ze orPhase.

    Yes No

    EnterMovePICTUREE

    R G

    Contrast 50

    Brightness 50

    Sharpness 50

    Color 50

    Tint 0

    Advanced Control

    Picture Reset

    Screen (RGB-PC)

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    Adjustment for screen Position, Size, and PhaseIf the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture

    phase manually.

    This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.

    Select Position, S ize, orPhase.

    Make appropriate adjustments.

    Auto Config.

    Resolution

    Position

    Size

    Phase

    Reset

    GF

    D

    E

    SCREEN Move Prev.

    3ENTER

    4ENTER

    I Position: This function is to adjust pic-ture to left/right and up/down as youprefer.

    I Size: This function is to minimize anyvertical bars or stripes visible on thescreen background. And the horizontalscreen size will also change.

    I Phase: This function allows you toremove any horizontal noise and clear or

    sharpen the image of characters.

    Select PICTURE.

    Select Screen (RGB-PC).

    1 MENU

    2ENTER

    5ENTER

    EnterMovePICTUREE

    R G

    Contrast 50

    Brightness 50

    Sharpness 50

    Color 50

    Tint 0

    Advanced Control

    Picture Reset

    Screen (RGB-PC)

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    Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values)Returns Position, Size, and Phase to the default factory settings.

    This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode.

    Auto Config.

    Position

    Resolution

    Size

    Phase

    Reset

    SCREEN Move Prev.

    To Set

    Select Reset.3

    ENTER

    Select PICTURE.

    Select Screen (RGB-PC).

    1 MENU

    2ENTER

    Select Yes.4

    ENTER

    5ENTER

    Yes No

    EnterMovePICTUREE

    R G

    Contrast 50

    Brightness 50

    Sharpness 50

    Color 50

    Tint 0

    Advanced Control

    Picture Reset

    Screen (RGB-PC)

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    USB CONNECTION

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP

    USBI

    N

    IN4

    AV IN 2

    L/MONO

    R

    AUDIO

    V

    IDEO

    Memory Key

    Connect the USB device to the USB INjack on the sideof TV.

    1. How to connect

    1

    2. How to use

    I After connecting the USB IN jack, you use the USB func-

    tion. (G p.60)

    1or

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    AUDIO OUT CONNECTION

    RS-232C IN

    (CONTROL&SERVICE)

    AUDIO IN

    (RGB/DVI)

    ANTENNA/CABLE IN

    RGB IN (PC)( )/DVI IN

    OPTICAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT

    1

    2G When connecting with external audio equipment, such as

    amplifiers or speakers, you can turn the TV speakers off inthe menu. (G p.87)

    NOTE!

    G Do not look into the optical output port. Looking at thelaser beam may damage your vision.

    G Audio with ACP (Audio Copy Protection) function mayblock digital audio output.

    CAUTION

    Connect one end of the optical cable to the TV port ofOPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT.

    Connect the other end of the optical cable to the digitalaudio input on the audio equipment.

    Set the TV Speaker option - Off in the AUDIO menu.(G p.87). See the external audio equipment instructionmanual for operation.

    1. How to connect

    2

    3

    1

    Send the TVs audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port.

    If you want to enjoy digital broadcasting through 5.1-channel speakers, connect the OPTICAL DIGITALAUDIO OUT terminal on the back of TV to a Home Theater (or amp).

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    REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV.

    FAV

    MUTE

    MARK

    RATIO

    SLEEP

    POWER

    Q. MENU MENU

    AV MODERETURN

    VOL CH

    1 2 3

    4 5 6

    7 8

    0

    9

    FLASHBK

    PAGE

    INPUT

    ENERGY SAVING

    INFO

    LIST

    ENTER

    RATIO

    SLEEP

    POWER

    INPUT

    ENERGY SAVING

    Q.MENU

    MENU

    SIMPLINK

    (DASH)

    LIST

    FLASHBK

    Changes the aspect ratio. G p.68

    Select the amount of time before your TV turns off auto-matically. G p.98

    Turns the TV on from standby or off to standby.

    Rotates through inputs.

    Also switches the TV on from standby. G p.54

    Adjusts the Energy Saving. G p.78

    Opens the list of Quick Menu options. G p.47

    Displays the main menu or clears all on-screen displaysand return to TV viewing.

    See a list of AV devices connected to TV.

    When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menuappears at the screen. G p.58-59

    Used to enter a program number for multiple programchannels such as 2-1, 2-2, etc.

    Displays the channel table. G p.51

    Tunes to the last channel viewed.

    Controls USB menu (Photo List and Music List.)

    Controls the SIMPLINK compatible devices.

    NUMBER button

    USB,SIMPLINK

    Control buttons

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    THUMBSTICK(Up/Down/Left

    Right/ENTER)

    RETURN

    INFO

    AV MODE

    VOLUME UP/DOWN

    FAV

    MARK

    MUTE

    CHANNELUP/DOWN

    PAGEUP/DOWN

    Navigates the on-screen menus and adjusts the system settings to your preference.

    Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interactionfunction.

    Displays channel information at the top of the screen. G p.53

    Toggles through preset Video and Audio modes. G p.56

    Adjusts the volume.

    Scroll through the programmed Favorite channels. G p.52

    Select the input to apply the Picture Wizard settings. G p.71

    Use to mark or unmark a photo/music. G p.62, 66

    Switches the sound on or off. G p.44

    Changes the channel.

    Moves from one full set of screen information to the next one.

    I

    Open the battery compartment cover on the back side andinstall the batteries matching correct polarity.

    I Install two 1.5V AAA batteries. Dont mix old or used bat-teries with new ones.

    IClose cover.

    Installing Batteries

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    TURNING ON THE TV

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    NOTE!

    First, connect power cord correctly.

    And switch the AC power control switch on TV (Except 32/42/47CL40, 42/47LU60).At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode.

    I In standby mode to turn TV on, press the , INPUT, CH (DE or ) button on the TV or press thePOWER, INPUT, CH ( or ), Number (0~9) button on the remote control.

    Select the viewing source by using the INPUT button on the remote control.

    I This TV is programmed to remember which power state it was last set to, even if the power cord is out.

    When finished using the TV, press the POWER button on the remote control. The TV reverts to standbymode.

    1

    2

    3

    Press the CH ( or ) orNUMBER buttons to select a channel number.1

    VOLUME ADJUSTMENT

    CHANNEL SELECTION

    Press the VOL (+ or-) button to adjust the volume.

    If you want to switch the sound off, press the MUTE button.

    You can cancel the Mute function by pressing the MUTE orVOL (+ or-)

    button.

    Adjust the volume to suit your personal preference.

    1

    2

    3

    G If you intend to be away on vacation, disconnect the power plug from the wall power outlet.

    G If you do not complete the Initial setting, it will appear whenever the TV is switched on until the Initialsetting procedure is completed.

    G If the TV is unplugged once or turn off with the AC power control switch on the TV, reset the Clock function.

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    INITIAL SETTINGThis Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when pur-

    chasing the TV. It will be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be acti-

    vated from the user menus.

    I Default selection is Home Use. We recommend setting the TV to Home Use mode for the best pic-ture in your home environment.

    I Store Demo Mode is only intended for use in retail environments. Customers can adjust the Picturemenu - Picture mode manually while inspecting the TV, but the TV will automatically return to preset in-store mode after 5 minutes.

    I Store Demo Mode is an optimal setting for displaying at stores. Store Demo mode initializes the TVto set the image quality.

    I You can also adjust Initial Setting in the OPTION menu.

    Check your antenna connection and startAuto Tuning.

    1ENTER

    Step3. Time setting

    Step4. Auto Tuning

    Language

    Step1. Selecting Language

    English

    Espaol

    Franais

    Selecting the environment.Choose the setting mode you want.

    Select [Home Use] to use this TV at home.To use this TV at Store, select [Store Demo].

    Store Demo Home Use

    Mode Setting

    Step2. Mode setting

    NextPrevious

    NextPrevious

    Select Auto orManual.

    Select desired timeoption.

    1

    2ENTER

    Month

    Current Time Setting

    02

    Date 21

    Year 2009

    Hour 10 AM

    Minute 10

    Time Zone Eastern

    Daylight Saving Auto

    F Auto G

    Time Setting

    NextPrevious

    Before starting,be sure that the

    TV antenna is connected.

    Auto Tuning

    NextSimple ManualPrevious INFO i

    Select Menu Language.1

    ENTER

    Select Home Use.1

    ENTER

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    ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.

    Display each menu.

    Select a menu item.

    Accept the current selection.

    1 MENU

    3

    2ENTER

    ENTER

    Return to TV viewing.

    4MENU

    EnterMove

    Auto Tuning

    Manual Tuning

    Channel Edit

    CHANNEL

    CHANNEL

    OPTION

    PICTURE

    LOCK

    AUDIO

    INPUT

    TIME

    USB

    EnterMove

    Aspect Ratio : 16:9

    Picture Wizard

    Energy Saving : Off

    Picture Mode : Standard

    Backlight 70

    Contrast 90

    Brightness 50

    Sharpness 70

    PICTURE

    E

    EnterMove

    Auto Volume : On

    Clear Voice II : On

    Level 3

    Balance 0

    Sound Mode : Standard

    SRS TruSurround XT: Off

    Treble 50

    Bass 50

    AUDIO

    E

    EnterMove

    Clock

    Off Time : Off

    On Time : Off

    Sleep Timer : Off

    TIME

    EnterMove

    Photo List

    Music List

    USBEnterMove

    TV

    AV1

    AV2

    Component1

    Component2

    RGB-PC

    HDMI1

    HDMI2

    INPUT

    E

    EnterMove

    Lock System : Off

    Set Password

    Block Channel

    Movie Rating

    TV Rating-Children

    TV Rating-General

    Downloadable Rating

    Input Block

    LOCK

    Lock System : Off

    Set Password

    Block Channel

    TV Rating-English

    TV Rating-French

    Downloadable Rating

    Input Block

    EnterMove

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : Off

    Simple Manual

    Caption : Off

    Set ID : 1

    OPTION

    For USA For Canada

    E

    L R

    - +

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    QUICK MENU

    Display each menu.

    Make appropriate adjustments.

    Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual.

    Q.Menu (Quick Menu) is a menu of features which users might use frequently.

    1Q. MENU

    2

    3Q. MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

    I Aspect Ratio: Selects your desired picture format.

    I Picture Mode: Selects the factory preset picture dependon the viewing environment.

    I Sound Mode: Selects the factory preset sound for typeof program.

    I Multi Audio: Changes the audio language (Digital signal).

    SAP: Selects MTS sound (Analog signal).

    I

    Sleep Timer: Select the amount of time before your TVturns off automatically.

    I Del/Add/Fav: Select channel you want to add/delete oradd the channel to the Favorite List.

    I Caption: Select on or off.

    I USB Device: Select Eject in order to eject a USBdevice.

    A 16:9

    F Aspect Ratio G

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    CHANNEL SETUP

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    Auto Scan (Auto Tuning)

    Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on thechannel list.

    Select CHANNEL.

    Select Auto Tuning.

    Select Yes.

    Run Auto tuning.

    EnterMoveCHANNEL EnterMoveCHANNEL

    1MENU

    3

    2ENTER

    ENTER

    4ENTER

    Auto Tuning

    Manual Tuning

    Channel Edit

    Auto Tuning

    Manual Tuning

    Channel Edit

    I The TV will ask for a password if parentalcontrol has been activated (LOCKMenu). Use the password you set up inthe LOCK Menu to allow a channel

    search.

    5RETURN

    Return to the previous menu.

    MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

    Check your antenna connection.

    The previous channel information

    will be updated during Auto

    Tuning.

    Yes

    No

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    Select CHANNEL.1

    MENU

    2ENTER

    When selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the qual-ity of the signal being received.

    Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning)

    EnterMoveCHANNEL EnterMoveCHANNEL

    Channel

    Select channel type and

    RF-channel number.

    F DTV G

    2

    Close

    Delete

    Auto Tuning

    Manual Tuning

    Channel Edit

    DTV 2-1

    Bad Normal Good

    Select Manual Tuning.

    Select DTV, T V, CADTV, orCATV.

    Select channel you want to addor delete.

    3ENTER

    4

    Select Add orDelete.5

    ENTER

    Auto Tuning

    Manual Tuning

    Channel Edit

    I The TV will ask for a password if parentalcontrol has been activated (LOCKMenu). Use the password you set up inthe LOCK Menu to allow a channel

    search.

    6RETURN Return to the previous menu.

    MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

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    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    Select a channel.

    Add or delete a channel.

    3ENTER

    4

    The channels in the Channel Edit List are displayed in black and the channels deleted from the Channel EditList are displayed in blue.

    When a channel number is deleted, it means that you will be unable to select it using CH button during TV

    viewing.

    If you wish to select the deleted channel, directly enter the channel number with the NUMBER buttons or select

    it in the Channel Edit menu.

    Channel Editing

    EnterMoveCHANNEL

    Auto Tuning

    Manual Tuning

    Channel Edit

    Select CHANNEL.1

    MENU

    2ENTER Select Channel Edit.

    Return to the previous menu.5

    RETURN

    Return to TV viewing.MENU

    Ch. Change Page ChangeCHNavigation Previous

    Add/Delete

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    CHANNEL LIST

    Exit

    2-1

    3-1

    4-1

    DTV

    DTV

    DTV

    Channel List

    You can check which channels are stored in the memory by displaying the channel list.

    Display the Channel List.1

    LIST

    Displaying Channel List

    Select a channel.1

    Switch to the chosen channel number.2

    ENTER

    Selecting a channel in the channel list

    Turn the pages.1

    CHPAGE

    Return to TV viewing.2

    RETURN

    Paging through a channel list

    This padlock is displayedwhen the channel is lockedwith parental control

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    FAVORITE CHANNEL SETUP

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    FAVORITE CHANNEL LIST

    Favorite Channels are a convenient feature that lets you quickly select channels of your choice without waiting

    for the TV to select all the in-between channels.To tune to a favorite channel, press the FAV (Favorite) button repeatedly.

    Return to TV viewing.4

    Q. MENU

    Select Favorite.

    3

    Select your desired channel.1

    CHPAGE

    1

    4 5 6

    7 8

    0

    9

    2 3

    2Q. MENU

    Select Del/Add/Fav.

    or

    A

    Favorite

    F Del/Add/Fav G

    Exit

    2-1

    3-1

    4-1

    DTV

    DTV

    DTV

    Favorite List

    Select a channel.1

    Switch to the chosen channel number.2

    ENTER

    Selecting a channel in the favorite channel list

    Turn the pages.1

    CHPAGE

    Return to TV viewing.2

    RETURN

    Paging through a favorite channel list

    Display the Favorite channel list.1

    MARK

    FAV

    Displaying the favorite channel list

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    BRIEF INFORMATION

    1INFO i

    Brief Info shows the present screen information.

    Brief Info Title Test..

    Sat, Feb 21, 2009 10:10 AM 11:40 AM

    CNN

    DOLBY DIGITAL

    10:40 AM

    Multilingual Caption 1080i TV-PG D L S VCC

    Program title

    Day, Month, Year

    Program start time

    Program progress bar

    Program finish time

    Present time

    Banner information

    1 2 3 4 5 67

    1

    2

    3

    4

    5

    6

    7

    Multilingual : The program contains two or more audio services. Usethe Q.MENU menu to select wanted Audio.

    Caption : The program contains one or more caption services. Usethe Q.MENU menu to select wanted Closed caption.

    The original aspect ratio of the video is 4:3

    The original aspect ratio of the video is 16:9 (wide)

    The video resolution is 720x480i

    The video resolution is 720x480p

    The video resolution is 1280x720p

    The video resolution is 1920x1080i

    The video resolution is 1920x1080p

    V-Chip: The program contains V-Chip information. Refer to theLOCK menu: A (Age), D (Dialogue), L (Language), S (Sex), V(Violence), FV (Fantasy Violence)

    480i

    480p

    720p

    1080i

    1080p

    4:3

    16:9

    CC

    Show the Brief Info on the screen.

    2RETURN

    Return to TV viewing.

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    INPUT LIST

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    TV AV1 AV2

    HDMI4 HDMI3 HDMI2 HDMI1

    Component1 Component2

    RGB-PC

    Select the desired input source.

    I You can also select the desired input source in the INPUT menu.

    1INPUT

    ENTER

    TV AV1 AV2 Component1 Component2

    TV AV1 AV2 Component1 Component2

    Input Label Exit

    Select a desired input source (except TV).

    Then, you can select your desired Input

    Label with using Blue button. G p.55

    ie)

    ie) In case of changing the input label using Blue button

    Only these input signals which are connected to a TV can be activated and selected.

    I TV: Select it to watch over-the-air, cable and digi-tal cable broadcasts.

    I A V: Select them to watch a VCR or other externalequipment.

    I Component: Select them to watch DVD or aDigital set-top box.

    I RGB-PC: Select it to view PC input.

    I HDMI: Select them to watch high definitiondevices.

    VCR Game DVD Set Top Box

    I When new external device is connected, this popup menu isdisplayed automatically.

    If selecting Yes, you can select input source that you want toappreciate.

    I But, when selecting SIMPLINK - On, popup menu for HDMIinput will not be displayed.

    NoYes

    !New external input is connected.Do you want to use this?

    AV2

    Disconnected inputs are inactive (grayed out)

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    INPUT LABEL

    You can set a label for each input source when it's not in use.

    EnterMoveOPTION

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : Off

    Simple Manual

    Caption : Off

    Set ID : 1

    Select OPTION.

    Select Input Label.

    Select the label.

    1MENU

    2ENTER

    Select the source.3

    ENTER

    4

    5RETURN

    Return to the previous menu.

    MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

    With using OPTION menu

    Select the source.

    Select the label.

    1INPUT

    2

    3RETURN

    Return to the previous menu.

    MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

    With using INPUT button

    AV1

    AV2

    Component1

    Component2

    RGB-PC

    HDMI1

    HDMI2

    HDMI3

    HDMI4

    F G

    Close

    E

    EnterMoveOPTION

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : Off

    Simple Manual

    Caption : Off

    Set ID : 1E

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    AV MODE

    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL

    AV Mode toggles through preset Video and Audio settings.

    1AV MODE

    2

    Off Cinema

    Game Sport

    Press the AV MODE button repeatedly toselect the desired source.

    ENTER

    SIMPLE MANUAL

    EnterMoveOPTION

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : OnKey Lock : Off

    Simple Manual

    Caption : Off

    Set ID : 1E

    You can easily and effectively access the TV information by viewing a simple manual on the TV.

    During the Simple Manual operation, audio will be muted.

    Select OPTION.

    Select Simple Manual.

    1MENU

    2ENTER

    Select the part of the manualyou want to see.

    3ENTER

    4RETURN

    Return to TV viewing.

    I If you select Cinema in AV mode,Cinema will be selected both for PIC-TURE menu - Picture Mode and AUDIO

    menu - Sound Mode respectively.I If you select Of f in AV mode, the

    Picture Mode and Sound Modereturn to previous selected value.

    I Off: Disables the AV MODE.

    I Cinema: Optimizes video and audio forwatching movies.

    I Sport: Optimizes video and audio forwatching sports events.

    I Game: Optimizes video and audio forplaying games.

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    KEY LOCK

    The TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control.

    This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by locking out the front panel controls.This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off.

    Select OPTION.

    Select Key Lock.

    1MENU

    2ENTER

    Select On orOff.

    3ENTER

    I In Key Lock On, if the TV is turned off,press the r / I, INPUT, CH (DE or )

    button on the TV or POWER, INPUT,CH ( ) orNUMBER buttons on theremote control.

    I With the Key Lock On, the display

    Key Lock appears on the screen ifany button on the front panel is pressedwhile viewing the TV.

    4RETURN

    Return to the previous menu.

    MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

    !

    EnterMoveOPTION

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : On

    Simple ManualCaption : Off

    Set ID : 1E

    EnterMoveOPTION

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : Off

    Simple ManualCaption : Off

    Set ID : 1E

    Off

    On

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    SIMPLINK allows you to control and play other AV devices connected with HDMI cable without additionalcables and settings. This TV may work with devices with HDMI-CEC support, but only devices with the

    logo are fully supported.

    SIMPLINK can be turned on and off in the user menus.

    EnterMoveOPTION

    Select OPTION.

    Select SIMPLINK.

    Select On orOf f.

    EnterMoveOPTION

    E

    1MENU

    3

    2ENTER

    ENTER

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : Off

    Simple Manual

    Caption : Off

    Set ID : 1

    Menu Language : English

    Audio Language : English

    Input Label

    SIMPLINK : On

    Key Lock : Off

    Simple Manual

    Caption : Off

    Set ID : 1

    Off

    On

    NOTE!G Connect the HDMI/DVI IN or HDMI IN terminal of the TV to the rear terminal (HDMI terminal) of the

    SIMPLINK device with the HDMI cable.

    GWhen you switch the Input source with the INPUT button on the remote control, the SIMPLINK devicewill stop.

    GWhen you select a device with home theater functionality, the sound output automatically switches tothe home theater speakers and the TV speakers are turned off.

    G If a connected SIMPLINK home theater system doesn't play the audio from the TV, connect the DIGITALAUDIO OUT terminal on the back of the TV to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal on the back of the SIM-PLINK device with an OPTICAL cable.

    E

    4RETURN

    Return to the previous menu.

    MENU

    Return to TV viewing.

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    TV viewing: Switch to the previous TVchannel regardless of the current mode.

    DISC playback: Select and play discs.

    When multiple discs are available, the titlesof discs are conveniently displayed at thebottom of the screen.

    VCR playback: Control the connectedVCR.

    HDD Recordings playback: Controlrecordings stored in HDD.

    Audio Out to Home Theater speak-er/Audio Out to TV: Select HomeTheater speaker or TV speaker for AudioOut.

    SIMPLINK Functions

    1

    2

    3

    4

    5

    G When no device is connected(displayed in gray)

    G Selected Device

    G When a device is connected(displayed in bright color)

    1

    2

    3

    4

    5

    Display SIMPLINK menu.

    Select the desired device.

    Control connected AV devices.

    1

    3

    2 ENTER

    ENTER

    I Direct Play: After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media with-out additional settings.

    I Select AV device: Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to TV.

    I Disc playback: Control connected AV devices by pressing the , ENTER,G,A, l l,FF and GG buttons.

    I Power off all devices: When you power off the TV, all connected devices are turned off.

    I Switch audio-out: Offers an easy way to switch audio-out.

    I Sync Power on: When the equipment with Simplink function connected HDMI terminal starts to play, The TVwill change automatically to turn on mode.

    (A device, which is connected to the TV through a HDMI cable but does not support SIMPLINK, does not provide

    this function)Note: To operate SIMPLINK, an HDMI cable over Version 1.3 with *CEC function should be used. (*CEC: ConsumerElectronics Control).

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    Precautions when using the USB device

    G Only a USB storage device is recognizable.

    G If the USB storage device is connected through aUSB hub, the device is not recognizable.

    G A USB storage device using an automatic recogni-tion program may not be recognized.

    G A USB storage device which uses its own drivermay not be recognized.

    G The recognition speed of a USB storage devicemay depend on each device.

    G Please do not turn off the TV or unplug the USBdevice when the connected USB storage device isworking. When such device is suddenly separatedor unplugged, the stored files or the USB storagedevice may be damaged.

    G Only use a USB storage device which has normalmusic files or image files.

    G Please use only a USB storage device which wasformatted as a FAT 32 or NTFS file system provid-ed with the Windows operating system. In case of

    a storage device formatted as a different utilityprogram which is not supported by Windows, itmay not be recognized.

    G Please connect power to a USB storage device(over 0.5A) which requires an external power sup-ply. If not, the device may not be recognized.

    G Please connect a USB storage device with cable isoffered by USB maker. If connected with cable isnot offered by USB maker or an excessively long

    cable, the device may not be recognized.G Some USB storage devices may not be supported

    or operate properly.

    G Please backup important files because data onUSB device may be damaged. Data management isconsumer's responsibility and as a result, the man-ufacturer does not cover data damage.

    G If your USB memory device has multiple partitions,or if you use a USB multi-card reader, you can useup to 4 partitions or USB memory devices.

    When removing the USB device

    Connect the USB device to the USB IN

    jacks on the side of TV.

    3

    Select PHOTO LIST orM USIC L IST.

    1

    USBI

    N

    IN4

    Memory Key

    PHOTO LIST MUSIC LIST

    Select USB Device.

    Select Eject.

    Select the USB Device menu before removing theUSB device.

    2

    ENTER

    1Q. MENU

    2ENTER

    I This TV supports JPG and MP3 files.

    When you connect a USB device, this pop up menu is displayed automatically.

    When the Pop Up menu does not appear, you can select Photo List or Music List in the USB menu.In USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete the existing folder.

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    You can view .JPG files from USB storage devices.

    The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different.

    Screen Components

    Moves to upper level folderPreview: Display the

    thumbnail/folder name of

    the photo in the selected

    folder

    Current page/Total pages

    Total number of marked photos

    Corresponding buttons on

    the remote control

    Supported photo file: *.JPG

    I You can play JPG files only.

    I Only baseline scan is supported among JPG.

    Select USB. Select Photo List.21

    MENUENTER ENTER

    1

    2

    3

    4

    5

    Navigation Popup Menu Page Change Mark ExitCH MARK

    5

    Page 2/3 No MarkedPhoto List

    Up Folder

    1366x768, 125KB

    KY101 06/10/2008

    KY102 04/03/2008

    JMJ001 01/01/2000

    JMJ002 06/15/2008

    JMJ003 04/03/2008

    JMJ004 02/18/2008

    KY103 03/30/2008

    KY104 06/19/2008

    KY105 01/31/2008

    JMJ005 05/13/2008

    JMJ006 05/26/2008

    JMJ007 02/18/2008

    JMJ008 02/18/2008

    Up FolderDrive1

    JMJ001

    3 4

    2

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    Photo Selection and Popup Menu

    Select the target folder or drive.

    Select the desired photos.2

    Show the Popup menu.3

    1

    I Use the CH button to navigation in thephoto page.

    I Use the MARK button to mark or unmark aphoto. When one or more photos are marked,you can view individual photos or a slide showof the marked photos. If no photos are marked,you can view all photos individually or all pho-tos in the folder in a slide show.

    4 Select the desired Popup menu.

    ENTER

    ENTER

    ENTER

    When you select a file (not folder), this PopUpmenu is displayed.

    G View: Display the selected item.

    G Mark All: Mark all photos on the screen.

    G Unmark Al l: Deselect all marked photos.

    G Delete: Delete the selected photo item.

    G Close: Close the pop-up menu.

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    KY102 04/03/2008

    JMJ001 01/01/2000

    JMJ002 06/15/2008

    JMJ003 04/03/2008

    JMJ004 02/18/2008

    KY103 03/30/2008

    KY104 06/19/2008

    KY105 01/31/2008

    JMJ005 05/13/2008

    JMJ006 05/26/2008

    JMJ007 02/18/2008

    JMJ008 02/18/2008

    Up Folder

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    Up Folder

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    KY102 04/03/2008

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    JMJ002 06/15/2008

    JMJ003 04/03/2008

    JMJ004 02/18/2008

    KY103 03/30/2008

    KY104 06/19/2008

    KY105 01/31/2008

    JMJ005 05/13/2008

    JMJ006 05/26/2008

    JMJ007 02/18/2008

    JMJ008 02/18/2008

    Up Folder

    Drive1

    Drive1

    JMJ001

    JMJ001 1366x768, 125KB

    View

    Mark All

    Delete

    Close

    Navigation Page Change Mark ExitCH MARKPopup Menu

    Navigation Page Change Mark ExitCH MARKPopup Menu

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    Full Screen Menu

    You can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in full

    screen mode.

    I Use the CH button to navigation in thephoto page.

    Select the target folder or drive.

    Select the desired photos.

    Show the Popup me