LG Electronics 50PN530P manual

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    www .lgsolutions.c om Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. P /NO : MFL6 77 01721 (1304-REV00) OWNER’S MANUAL PLA SMA T V 42PN450P 50PN450P 50PN530P 60PN530P[...]

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    ENGLISH 2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. WARNING/CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral tr[...]

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    ENGLISH 3 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS   Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Short-circuit Breaker Power Supply   Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Short-circuit Breaker Power Supply  ?[...]

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    ENGLISH 4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS   Grounding (Except for devices which are not grounded.) Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock (i.e. a TV with a three-prong grounded AC plug must be connected to a three-prong grounded AC outlet). If grounding methods are not possible, have a qualified electr[...]

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    ENGLISH 5 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For USA and Canada F CC NO TICE 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 generate[...]

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    ENGLISH 6 LICENSES LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit 'www.lg.com'. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trade[...]

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    ENGLISH 7 T ABLE OF CONTENTS T ABLE OF CONTENTS 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 LICENSES 7 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 8 INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE 8 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING 8 Unpacking 10 Parts and buttons 11 Lifting and moving the TV 12 Setting up the T V 12 - Attaching the stand 14 - Mounting on a table 15 - Mounting on a wall 16 - Tidying cables 17 MA[...]

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    ENGLISH 8 INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE / ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and item. INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE 1 O[...]

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    ENGLISH 9 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING CA UTION   Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and product life span.   Any damages or injuries by using unapproved items are not covered by the warranty.   Some models appear to have a thin film on the screen. It is actually part of the screen, do not remove it. (Gray) [Cross S[...]

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    ENGLISH 10 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING Parts and buttons Button Description / Scrolls through the saved channels. / Adjusts the volume level. Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input. Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus. Changes the input source. Turns the power on or off. Screen Buttons Speakers Remot e C[...]

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    ENGLISH 11 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING Lifting and moving the T V When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size.   Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen. CAUTION   It is recommended[...]

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    ENGLISH 12 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING Setting up the TV You can mount your TV to a wall or attach the stand if you wish to place the TV on an entertainment center or other furniture. Attaching the stand If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, use the following instructions to attach the stand. 1 2 3 F ront Stand Body Stand Base CA UTION   Wh[...]

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    ENGLISH 13 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING To detach the stand, 1 2 For 50PN450P, 50PN530P Prot ection Cover 1 2 M5 x 16 1 EA M5 x 16 4 EA   Remove the stand before installing the TV on a wall mount by performing the stand attachment in reverse.   When installing the wall mounting bracket, use the Protection cover. This will protect the openi[...]

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    ENGLISH 14 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING Mounting on a table 1 Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. - Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 2 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. CA UTION   Do not place the TV near or on sources of heat, as this may result [...]

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    ENGLISH 15 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING Securing the TV to a wall (op tional) (Depending on model) 1 Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets and bolts on the back of the TV. - If there are bolts inserted at the eye-bolts position, remove the bolts first. 2 Mount the wall brackets with the bolts to the wall. Match the location of the wall brac[...]

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    ENGLISH 16 ASSEMBLING AND PREP ARING CA UTION   Disconnect the power before moving or installing the TV. Otherwise electric shock may occur.   If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel.   Do not ov[...]

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    ENGLISH 17 MAKING CONNE CTIONS MAKING CONNE CTIONS You can connect various external devices to the TV. Supported external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, and other external devices. For more information on external device’s connection, refer to the manual provided with each dev[...]

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    ENGLISH 18 MAKING CONNE CTIONS Connecting to a HD r eceiver , D VD Player or VCR Connect a HD receiver, DVD Player or VCR to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI Connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device. Transmits digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with t[...]

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    ENGLISH 19 MAKING CONNE CTIONS AUDIO VIDEO L R CO MPO NEN T IN VIDEO AUDIO L P B P R R Y VID EO AUDIO R L/MONO AV I N Component Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the component cable as shown in the following illustration. NO TE   If cables are[...]

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    ENGLISH 20 MAKING CONNE CTIONS Composit e Connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown in the following illustration. NO TE   If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the TV. CO[...]

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    ENGLISH 21 MAKING CONNE CTIONS Connecting to a PC NO TE   It is recommended to use an HDMI connection for the best image quality.   Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use.   In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness. If no[...]

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    ENGLISH 22 MAKING CONNE CTIONS Method C: RGB Connection Method B: DVI t o HDMI Connection IN 1 (PC) I N 2 HDM I $8',2287 '9,287 㶌⸬ (ARC) IN 1 (PC) AUD IO IN (PC ) 5*% 287 3& $8' ,2 287 AUD IO IN (PC ) RGB I N (P C) IN 1 (PC) I N 2 HDM I $8',2287 '9,287 㶌⸬ (ARC) IN 1 (PC) AUD IO I[...]

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    ENGLISH 23 MAKING CONNE CTIONS Connecting to an Audio Sy stem You can use an optional external audio system instead of the built-in speaker. NO TE   If you use an optional external audio device instead of the built-in speaker, set the TV speaker feature to off. Digital Optical Audio C onnection Transmits the digital audio signal from the TV t[...]

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    ENGLISH 2 4 MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting a USB Device Connect a USB storage device suc h as a USB flash memory, extern al hard drive, or a USB memory c ard reader to the TV and access the USB menu to use various multimedia files. USB IN USB (*Not Pro vided)[...]

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    ENGLISH 25 REMO TE CONTROL 북미 P AGE REMO TE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To install batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching the and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the batte[...]

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    ENGLISH 26 REMO TE CONTROL 북미 P AGE VOL Adjusts the volume level. FAV Accesses your favorite channel list. Selects a menu or option. AUDIO Digital signal: Changes the audio language. Analog signal: Changes the MTS sound. MUTE Mutes all sounds. ^ CH v Scrolls through the saved channels. ^ PAGE v Moves to the previous or next screen. PICTURE Chan[...]

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    ENGLISH 27 W A T CHING TV W A T CHING T V T urning the T V on f or the first time When you turn the TV on for the first time, the Initial setting screen appears. Select a language and customize the basic settings. 1 Connect the power cord to a power outlet. 2 In Standby mode, press the power button on the remote control to turn the TV on . The Init[...]

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    ENGLISH 28 TROUBLESHOO TING TROUBLESHOO TING General Problem Solution Cannot control the TV with the remote control.   Check the remote control sensor on the product and try again.   Check if there is any obstacle between the product and the remote control.   Check if the bat teries a re still working and pro perly in stalled ( to[...]

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    ENGLISH 29 TROUBLESHOO TING Video Problem Solution An image displays in black and white or the color quality is poor.   Adjust the color setting in the menu option.   Keep a sufficient distance between this product and other electronic products.   Scroll to other channels. There may a problem with the broadcast. Horizontal or vert[...]

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    ENGLISH 30 SPE CIFICA TIONS SPE CIFICA TIONS Product specifications may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. Power requirement AC100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz Television System NTSC-M, ATSC, 64 & 256 QAM Program Coverage VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69, CATV 1-135, DTV 2-69, CADTV 1-135 External Antenna Impedance 75 Ω Environment[...]

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    ENGLISH 31 SPE CIFICA TIONS Component port connecting informa tion Component p orts on th e TV Y P B P R Video output ports on DVD player Y P B P R Y B-Y R-Y Y Cb Cr Y Pb Pr Component supported mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 720 x 480i 15.73 15.73 59.94 60.00 720 x 480p 31.47 31.50 59.94 60.00 1280 x 720p 44.96 4[...]

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    ENGLISH 32 IR CODES IR CODES • This feature is not available for all models. Code (Hexa) Function Note Code (Hexa) Function Note 00 CH +, PR + R/C Button 45 Q.Menu R/C Button 01 CH -, PR - R/C Button 4C List, - (A TSC Only) R/C Button 02 V olume + R/C Button 53 List R/C Button 03 V olume - R/C Button 5B Exit R/C Button 06 > (Arrow Key / Right [...]

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    ENGLISH 33 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C Setup Connect the RS-232C (serial port) input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/ V control system) to control the product’s functions externally. Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS- 232C jack on the product back panel. [...]

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    ENGLISH 34 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP RS-232C configurations 7-Wire Configuration (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) PC TV RXD 2 3 TXD TXD 3 2 RXD GND 5 5 GND DTR 4 6 DSR DSR 6 4 DTR RTS 7 8 CTS CTS 8 7 RTS D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 3-Wire Configurations(Not standard) PC TV RXD 2 3 TXD TXD 3 2 RXD GND 5 5 GND DTR 4 6 DSR DSR 6 4 DTR RTS 7 8 CTS CTS 8[...]

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    ENGLISH 35 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parame ters • Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) • Data length : 8 bits • Parity : None • Stop bit : 1 bit • Communication code : ASCII code • Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Command r ef erence list (Depending on model) COMMAND1 COMMAND2 DATA (Hexadecimal) COMMAND1 COMMAND2 DATA (Hexadecim[...]

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    ENGLISH 36 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP T ransmission / R eceiving Pro tocol T ransmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command 1] : First command to control the TV . (j, k, m or x) [Command 2] : Second command to control the TV . [Set ID] : Y ou can adjust the [Set ID] to choose desired monitor ID number in option menu. Adjustmen[...]

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    ENGLISH 37 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Commands may work differently depending on model and signal. 01. Power (Command: k a) ► T o control Power Off of the set. T ransmission[k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00 : Power Off Ack [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] ► T o Show Power On. (Works TV is On Only) T ransmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][F[...]

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    ENGLISH 38 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 09. T int (Command: k j) ► T o adjust the screen tint. Y ou can also adjust tint in the PICTURE menu. T ransmission [k][j][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Red : 00 to Green : 64 Ack [j][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 10. Sharpness (Command: k k) ► T o adjust the screen sharpness. Y ou can also adjust sharpne[...]

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    ENGLISH 39 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Digital T errestrial/Cable/Satellite [Data 00][Data 01]: Channel Data Data 00 : High Channel data Data 01 : Low Channel data - 00 00 ~ 27 0F (Decimal: 0 ~ 9999) Data 02 : Input Source (Digital) - 10 : T errestrial TV (DTV) - 20 : T errestrial Radio (Radio) - 40 : Satellite TV (SDTV) - 50 : Satellite Radio [...]

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    ENGLISH 40 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP [Data 01][Data 02]: Major Channel Number Data 01: High byte Channel Data Data 02: Low byte Channel Data - 00 01 ~ 27 0F (Decimal: 1 ~ 9999) [Data 03][Data 04]: Minor/Branch Channel Number (Don’t care in Satellite) Data 03: High byte Channel Data Data 04: Low byte Channel Data Data 05 : Input Source (Digita[...]

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    ENGLISH 41 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 22. 3D(Command: x t) (only 3D models) (Depending on model) ► T o change 3D mode for TV . T ransmission [x][t][ ][Set ID][ ][Data 00][ ][Data 01] [ ][Data 02][ ][Data 03][Cr] Data Structure [Data 00] 00 : 3D On 01 : 3D Off 02 : 3D to 2D 03 : 2D to 3D [Data 01] 00 : T op and Bottom 01 : Side by Side 02 : Che[...]

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    CHILD SAFETY: It Makes A Difference How and Where You Use Your Flat Panel Display C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s o n y o u r pu r c h a s e ! A s y o u e n j o y y o u r n e w pr o d u c t , please keep these safety tips in mind: THE ISSUE  The home theater entertainment experience is a growing trend and larger flat panel displays are popular pur[...]

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    The model and serial numbers of the TV are located on the back and/or one side of the TV. Record them below should you ever need service. MODEL SERIAL L G Customer Inf ormation Center F or inquires or comment s, visit www .lg.com or call; 1-888-865- 3026 USA, Commercial Us er 1-888-542 -2623 CANAD A[...]