LG 37LG30DC Owners Manual

LG 37LG30DC - LG - 37" LCD TV Manual

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    Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner LG Electronics USA, Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 32LG30DC 37LG30DC 42LG30DC 47LG50DC 52LG50DC Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for
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    the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER This reminder LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to operate this product 2
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    openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
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    INSTRUCTIONS 11 Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm. When mounting a TV on the wall, make sure 12 not to install the TV by the hanging power and signal cables on the back of the TV the specification page of this owner's manual an authorized servicer. Protect the
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    provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge coming from the TV or hear strange sounds, unplug the power cord contact an authorized service center. Ground Clamp Electric Service Equipment NEC:
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    Stand Instruction 13 VESA Wall Mounting 14 Cable Management 15 Desktop Pedestal Installation 15 Swivel Stand 15 Attaching the TV to a Desk 16 Securing the TV to the wall to prevent falling when the TV is used on a stand - Preset 61 Manual Picture Adjustment - Picture Mode - User Mode 62 -
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    Setting Adjustment - User Mode 72 Clear Voice 73 Balance 74 TV Speakers On/Off Setting - Auto Clock Setup 83 Manual Clock Setup 84 Auto On/Off TV Rating 92 Downloadable Rating 97 External Input Blocking 98 Key lock 99 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 100 Maintenance 102 Product Specifications
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    (s) against it for long periods of time. Doing so may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen. On Disposal (Only Hg lamp used LCD TV) The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury. Do not dispose of this product with general household waste. Disposal of
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    Manual RETURN TV Q. MESNTUB MENU POWER DVD INPVUTCR ENTER VOL FAV AV MODE 1 4 MUTE 2 7 5 3 8 6 0 9 FLASHBK CH P A G E 1.5V 1.5V Remote Control, Batteries Power Cord (Only 32/37/42LG30DC) x4 x4 Bolts for stand , the user must use shielded signal interface cables with ferrite
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    I Image shown may differ from your TV. I NOTE: If your TV has a protection tape attached, remove the tape. And then wipe the TV with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is included with your TV, use it). CH Intelligent Sensor (Except 32/37/42LG30DC) Adjusts picture according to the surrounding
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    I Image shown may differ from your TV. R R 13 32/37/42LG30DC 1 HDMI/DVI IN 2 1 3 4 7 RGB IN DIGITAL RGB(PC) AUDIO (RGB/DVI) REMOTE CONTROL IN AUDIO OUT OPTICAL ANTENNA/ CABLE IN 6 RJP INTERFACE 12 R RS-232C IN 5 (CONTROL & SERVICE) 2 8 1 VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN AV IN
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    included). 2 COMPONENT IN Analog Connection. Supports HD. Uses a red, green, and remote control. 5 RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT Used by third party devices. 6 ANTENNA/ Supports standard definition video only (480i). 10 USB INPUT Used for viewing photos and listening to MP3s. 11 USB SERVICE
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    PREPARATION STAND INSTRUCTION I Image shown may differ from your TV. INSTALLATION (Only 32/37/42LG30DC) 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cush- ioned surface to protect the screen from damage. DETACHMENT 1 Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the
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    mount kit, a detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for assembly are provided. G Do not use screws longer then the standard dimension, as they may cause damage to the inside to the TV. G For wall mounts that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications, the length of the
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    SETUP section. DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION I Image shown may differ from your TV. For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all MENT CLIP and snap it closed. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to the left or right direction by 20 degrees
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    ) Table depth: 15mm, Screw: M5 x 25 Only 32/42LG30DC Stand 1-Screw (provided as parts of the product) Desk WARNING G To prevent TV from falling over, the TV should be securely attached to the floor/wall per installation instructions. Tipping, shaking, or rocking the machine may cause injury. 16
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    TV IS USED ON A STAND I You should purchase necessary components to prevent TV from falling off of the stand. I Image shown may differ from your TV. We recommend that you set up the TV enough and large enough to support the size and weight of the TV. G To use the TV safely make sure that the height
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    Houses (Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna) Copper Wire Be careful not to bend the copper wire when connecting the antenna. ( ) 2. Cable Cable TV Wall Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) ANTENNA/ CABLE IN I To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier
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    COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on the TV. 2. How to use I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box. operation TV. 1 2 RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMOTE (RGB/DVI) CONTROL IN DVI IN (CO 2 AV IN 1 Y 1 PB PR L R VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN Supported
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    the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI IN1 or 2 jack on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box.) I Select the HDMI1 or HDMI2 input
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    -top box. (Refer to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box.) I Select the HDMI1 or HDMI2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. ! NOTE G A DVI to HDMI cable or adapter is required for this connection. DVI doesn't support audio, so a separate audio connection is
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    button on the remote control. I If connected to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select the Component 2 input source on the TV. I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. 1 2 RGB IN RGB(PC) AUDIO REMOTE (RGB/DVI) CONTROL DMI/DVI IN (C 2 Y 1 PB PR L R VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN
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    or 2 jack on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use I Select the HDMI1 or HDMI2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. RGB(PC) AUDI (RGB
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    on the screen. This phenomenon is common to all TVs and is not covered by warranty. Antenna Connection 1. How to connect 1 Connect the 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number. I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner's manual.) EO L(MONO) AUDIO
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    into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner's manual.) I Select the A V 1 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) R L R AUDIO ENT IN AV IN 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R CAUTION G Do not connect to
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    /DVI) CONTROL I MI/DVI IN (CO 2 Y 1 PB PR L R VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN 1 2 2. How to use I Turn on the PC and the TV. I Select the RGB-PC input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. DVI to HDMI Connection 1. How to connect 1 Connect the DVI output of the
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    on the screen properly. G If there are overscan in HDMI-PC 1920x1080, change aspect ratio to Just scan. Supported Display Specifications (RGB-PC, HDMI-PC) For 32/37/42LG30DC For 47/52LG50DC Resolution 640x350 Horizontal Vertical Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 31.469 70.08 720x400 31.469
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    the desired resolution. SCREEN Resolution G Auto config. Position Size Phase Reset Move MENU Prev. 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 1360 x 768 1366 x 768 Only for 32/37/42LG30DC 28
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    Configure Automatically 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. PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color
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    and Phase If 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. PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0R G • Advanced
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    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values) Returns Position, S i z e, and Phase to the default factory settings. This feature operates only in RGB-PC mode. PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50 • Brightness 50 • Sharpness 60 • Color 60 • Tint 0R G • Advanced
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    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP USB CONNECTION (Except 32/37/42LG30DC) 1. How to connect 1 Connect the USB device to the USB I N jack on the side of TV. 2. How to use I After connecting the USB I N jack, you use the USB function. (G p.50) VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R USB IN or 1 AV
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    How to connect RS-232C IN AUDIO OUT (CONTROL & SERVICE) 1 Connect audio outputs to the TV's AUDIO OUT jacks. 2 Set the "TV Speaker option - Off " in the AUDIO menu. (G p.75). See the external audio equipment instruction manual for operation. R AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R 1 Digital
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    programmed equipment on or off, depending on the mode. Q.MENU Select the desired quick menu source. G p.37 MENU Displays the main menu. Clear all on-screen displays and return to TV viewing from any menu. INPUT External input modes rotate in regular sequence. VOLUME UP Increase/decrease the
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    settings to your preference. (Up/Down/Left Right/ENTER) RETURN Allows the user to move return one step in an interactive application or other user interaction function. SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to TV. When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menu appears at the screen. G p.48
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    power state it was last set to, even if the power cord is out. 3 When finished using the TV, press the POWER button on the remote control. The TV reverts to standby mode. WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL ! NOTE G If you intend to be away on vacation, disconnect the power plug from the wall
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    CONTROL QUICK MENU 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. I Aspect Ratio: Selects your desired picture format. I Backlight: Adjust the brightness of LCD panel to control
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    CONTROL INITIAL SETTING This Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time when purchasing the TV. If will be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. It can also be activated from the user menus. I Default selection is
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    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Step3. Option setting Step3. Option Setting 1. OSD Language Setting 2. Audio Language Setting F English G French Enter RETURN Exit Step4. Auto Tuning Step4. Auto Tuning
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    / CHANNEL CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. 47/52LG50DC CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter PICTURE Move Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Picture Mode : Standard • Backlight • Contrast • Brightness
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    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL 32/37/42LG30DC CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter PICTURE Move Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Picture Mode : Standard • Backlight • Contrast • Brightness • Sharpness • Color • Tint E 80 90 50 60 60 0R
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    CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter Press 'Yes' button to begin auto tuning. Yes No 1 MENU Select CHANNEL. 2 ENTER Select Auto Tuning. 3 ENTER Select Y e s. 4 ENTER Run Auto tuning. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I A password is
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    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) If selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quality of the signal being received. CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning
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    you can add or delete the channel by referring to the small window at the topright corner of the screen. WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNEL Auto Tuning Manual Tuning Channel Edit Move Enter Add/Delete Move CH Move Page MENU Previous RETURN Exit 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select CHANNEL. Select
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    source. I You can also select the desired input source in the INPUT menu (Except 32/37/42LG30DC). Antenna HDMI2 Cable HDMI1 RGB-PC AV1 Component2 AV2 Component1 WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL Disconnected inputs are inactive (grayed out) Antenna Cable AV1 AV2 Component1 Select a desired
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    viewing. With using INPUT button 1 INPUT Select the source. 2Q. MENU Select the label. 3 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. Only for 47/52LG50DC I When new external device is connected, this popup menu is displayed automatically. If selecting Y e s, you can select
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    WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL AV MODE You can select the optimal images and sounds. Off Cinema Game Sport 1AV MODE Press the AV MODE button repeatedly to
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    additional cables and settings. To start using SIMPLINK, turn it on in the user menus. OPTION Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Caption Set ID Power Indicator doesn't play the audio from the TV, connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal on the back of the TV to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN terminal on
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    through a HDMI cable but does not support SIMPLINK, does not provide this function) Note: To operate SIMPLINK, an HDMI cable over Version 1.2 with *CEC function should be used. (*CEC: Consumer Electronics Control). WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL 1 TV Display SIMPLINK menu. 2 ENTER Select the
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    32/37/42LG30DC ENTRY MODES When you connect a USB device, this screen is displayed automatically. In USB device, you can not add a new folder or delete the existing folder. 1 Connect the USB device to the USB IN jacks on the side of TV. I It doesn't support USB HDD I This TV supports JPG and
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    from USB storage devices. The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported photo file: *.JPG I You can play JPG files only. I Only baseline scan is supported among JPG. Screen Components 1 MENU Select U S B. 1 Moves to upper level file 2 Preview: Display the thumbnail
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    USB USB Photo Selection and Popup Menu PHOTO LIST TOP FOLDER Drive1 Page 1/1 Drive1 No Marked USB Device Free Space 150MB 2Folders, 4Files Upper Navigate PopUp Menu CH Move Page FAV Mark RETURN Exit PHOTO LIST Drive1 Butterfly Page 1/1 No Marked Upper Photo X.Box 1366x768 125KB Upper
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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. PHOTO LIST TOP FOLDER Drive1 Page 1/1 Drive1 No Marked USB Device Free Space 150MB 2Folders, 4Files Upper Navigate PopUp Menu CH Move Page FAV Mark RETURN Exit
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    time interval of the slide show in Option. I A slide show continues for a maximum of 4 hours. After 4 hours, the slide show will end and go to TV mode or external input mode. G B G M: Listen to music while viewing photos in full size. I Set the BGM device and album in Option. G (Rotate): Rotate
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    You can use the Music List menu to play MP3 files form a USB storage device. This TV cannot play back copy-protected files. The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different. Supported music file: *.MP3 Bit rate range 40Kbps ~ 320Kbps • Sampling rate (Sampling Frequency) MPEG1 : 32000
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    the target folder or drive. 2 ENTER Select the desired musics. 3 ENTER Show the Popup menu. 4 ENTER Select the desired Popup menu. 5RETURN Return to TV viewing I Use the C H button to navigation in the music page. I Use F A V button to mark or unmark a music file. If no music is marked
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    information box (as shown below) will automatically move across the screen when there is no user input to prevent a fixed image remaining on the screen for a extended period of time. ENTER, A , or RETURN button to stop the screen saver. G This TV can not play music files less than 16 Kbytes. 57
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    you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV. I RGB-PC input source use 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio. ! NOTE G If . This phenomenon is common to all manufacturers and is not covered by warranty. Although, after watching video that did not fill the screen, any after
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    PICTURE CONTROL Set by program Selects the proper picture proportion to match the source's image. (4:3 4:3) Zoom 1 Choose Zoom 1 when you want to view the picture without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be cropped. (16:9 16:9) Zoom 2 Choose Zoom 2 when
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    for picture settings available in the user menus. You can use a preset, change each setting manually, or use the Intelligent Sensor. PICTURE the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I When selecting Intelligent Sensor (Except 32/37/42LG30DC), the most suitable picture is automatically
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    Close 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select PICTURE. Select Advanced Control. 3 ENTER Select Color Temperature. 4 Select C o o l, Medium, or W ar m. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 61
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    E E PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE CONTROL MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Picture Mode - User Mode Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. This Sharpness, Color, or Tint. Make appropriate adjustments. 6 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 62
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    and Expert2 provide more categories which users can set as they see fit, offering the optimal picture quality for users. PICTURE Move Aspect Ratio : adjustments. 7 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. PICTURE Move Enter E • Contrast 50Fresh Contrast • Brightness
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    Advanced Control. 3 ENTER 4 Select Fresh Contrast, Fresh Color, Noise Reduction, or Gamma. Select your desired options. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 64
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    2 ENTER Select Advanced Control. 3 ENTER Select Black Level. 4 Select L o w or H igh. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I L o w: The reflection of the screen gets darker. I H i g h: The reflection of the screen gets brighter. I A u t o: Realizing the black level
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    G Auto High Close 1 MENU 2 ENTER 3 ENTER Select PICTURE. Select Advanced Control. Select Eye Care. 4 Select O n or O f f. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 66
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    viewing movies. When you operate Real Cinema (3:2 Pull-Down Mode or Cinema Correction Mode), the TV will adjust 24 fps video from movies to 30 fps video for display. This feature operates only in TV (Analog TV/CATV, Digital DTV/CADTV), AV1, AV2, Component 480i/1080i, and HDMI 1080i mode. 47/52LG50DC
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    i Reset6ti0ng video configuration... • Tint 0R G • Advanced Control • Reset Screen (RGB-PC) 1 MENU Select PICTURE. 2 ENTER Select Reset. 3 ENTER Initialize the adjusted value. 4 MENU Return to TV viewing. PICTURE CONTROL 68
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    or Power Light . 4 Select your desired options. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I Standby Light: You can set the brightness of the LED on the front side of the TV during power standby. I Power Light: You can set the the LED on the front side of the
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    AUTO VOLUME LEVELER (AUTO VOLUME) Auto Volume makes sure that the volume level remains consistent whether you are watching a commercial or a regular TV program. AUDIO Move Enter Auto Volume : Off Clear Voice : On Balance 0L R Sound Mode : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50
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    PRESET SOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE) Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment as the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. Standard, Music, Cinema, Sport, and G a me are preset for optimum sound quality at the factory and are not adjustable.
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    CONTROL SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER MODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and 5 ENTER Make appropriate adjustments. 6 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. SRS TRUSURROUND XT 1 MENU Select AUDIO. 2 ENTER Select SRS TruSurround XT 3
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    Bass 50 • Reset E 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select AUDIO. Select Clear Voice. 3 ENTER Select O n or O f f. 4 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I If you select "Clear Voice-On", S R S T r u S u r r o u n d X T feature will not work. I You can also adjust Clear Voice in the
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    • Treble 50 Close • Bass 50 • Reset E 1 MENU 2 ENTER 3 ENTER Select AUDIO. Select Balance. Make appropriate adjustments. 4 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 74
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    . AUDIO Move Enter E Clear Voice : On Balance 0L R Sound Mode : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset TV Speaker : On 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select AUDIO. Select TV Speaker. 3 ENTER Select O n or O f f. 4 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to
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    • Treble 50 • Bass 50 • Reset E 1 MENU 2 ENTER Select AUDIO. Select Reset. 3 ENTER Initialize the adjusted value. 4 MENU Return to TV viewing. AUDIO Move Enter Auto Volume Clear Voice Balance Sound Mode : Off : On 0L R : StanidaRrdesetting audio configuration... • SRS TruSurround XT
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    Sleep Timer CH Del/Add/Fav USB Eject 16:9 3 Off Vivid Standard Off F English G Off Add Eject Close Analog TV 1Q. MENU Select S A P. 2 Select M o n o, Stereo, or S A P. 3 Q. MENU Return to TV viewing. Digital TV 1Q. MENU Select Multi Audio. 2 Select other languages. 3 Q. MENU Return to
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    Select OPTION. 2 ENTER Select Language. 3 ENTER Select Audio. 4 Select your desired language: English, Spanish, or French 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 78
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    language. From this point on, the on-screen menus will be shown in the selected language. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 79
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    When selecting O f f, Sub-menus for Analog, DTV, and Digital Option become disabled. I CAPTION The term for the words that scroll across the bottom of the TV screen; usually the audio portion of the program provided for the hearing impaired. I TEXT The term for the words that appear in a large black
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    : Home Digital Option Close 1 MENU Select OPTION. 2 ENTER Select Caption. 3 ENTER Select O n. 4 Select C C 1-4, Text1-4, or Service1 - 6. 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. 81
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    icon is provided at the bottom of the screen, use it to see the caption language. Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I S i z e: Set the word size. I F o n t: Select a typeface for the text. I Text Color: Choose a color for the text. I Text Opacity: Specify the opacity for the
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    signal includes information for the current time provided by the broadcasting station. Set the clock manually if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function. TIME Move observes Daylight Saving time). Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. TIME SETTING 83
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    : Off 1 MENU Select TI M E. 2 ENTER Select Clock. 3 ENTER Select Manual. 4 Select the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. 5 Set Hour, or Minutes option. 6 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. TIME Move Enter Clock : Feb/21/2008 2:10 AM F Off Time
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    10 AM Off Time On Time : Off : 6:30 RAeMpe(aOtnce) F Once G Sleep Timer : Off Hour 6 AM Auto Sleep : Off Minute 30 Input Channel Volume TV TV 2-0 30 Close I To cancel On/Off Time function, select O f f. I Only for On Time function 1 ENTER Select Input. 2 Select the desired input source
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    preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. TIME Move Enter Clock : Feb/21 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 6 0, 9 0, 1 2 0, 1 8 0, or 2 4 0 minutes. 4 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I You can also adjust Sleep Timer in the Q-Menu. TIME SETTING 86
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    : Off Auto Sleep : Off 1 MENU Select T I M E. 2 ENTER Select Auto Sleep. 3 ENTER Select O n or O f f. 4 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. TIME Move Enter Clock : Feb/21/2008 2:10 AM Off Time : Off On Time : Off Sleep Timer : Off Auto Sleep : On Off On
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    to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings stations. Most television programs and television movies can be blocked by TV Rating and/or Individual Categories. Movies that have been shown
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    the blocking scheme you set up previously. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block 1 MENU ENTER Select L O C K. 21 2 3 456 789 0 3 Input the password. Select Lock System. 4 ENTER
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    Change the password by inputting a new password twice. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating New
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    or that you do not want your children to watch. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block Block/Unblock Move CH Move Page MENU Previous RETURN Exit 1 MENU ENTER Select L O C K. 21
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    PG-13, R, NC-17, X, or Blocking Off. Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block Blocking off : Permits all programs G PG PG-13 R NC
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    Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Age Fantasy Violence Downloadable Rating Input Block Close 1 MENU ENTER Select L O C K. 21 2 3 456 789 0 3 Input the password
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    PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS TV Rating General - For USA only Based on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you and your family do not want to view. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating
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    Rating English - For CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel TV Rating-English TV Rating-French Downloadable Rating Input Block 1 MENU ENTER Select L O C K. 21 2 3 456 789 0 3 Input the password. Select
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    Select L O C K. 21 2 3 456 789 0 3 Input the password. Select TV Rating-French. 4 ENTER Select E, G, 8ans+, 13ans+, 16ans+, 18ans+, or Blocking off . 5 RETURN Return to the previous menu. MENU Return to TV viewing. I E (Exempt) I G (General) I 8ans+ (General-Not
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    Downloadable Rating Input Block Humor Sport Cruelty Language Sadness Genre Age E Close I Based on rating table, your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING 1 MENU ENTER Select L O C K. 21 2 3 456 789 0 3 Input the
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    / RATINGS EXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKING Enables you to block an input. LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating TV Rating-Children TV Rating-General Downloadable Rating Input Block LOCK Move Enter Lock System : Off Set Password Block Channel Movie Rating
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    . 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. OPTION Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Caption Set ID Power Indicator Initial Setting Move Enter
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    TROUBLESHOOTING The operation does not work normally. The remote control doesn't work I Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV problem may service support HDMI version 1.3,
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    audio function does not work. Picture OK & No sound I Press the VOL or VOLUME button. I Sound muted? Press MUTE button. I Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. I Are the audio cables installed properly? No output from one of the speakers Unusual sound from inside the product
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    the cabinet with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. I Please be sure not to use a wet cloth. Extended Absence CAUTION G If you expect to leave your TV dormant for a long time (such as a vacation), it's a good idea to unplug the power cord to protect against possible damage from lightning or power surges
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    SPECIFICATIONS MODELS Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) With stand Without stand 32LG30DC (32LG30DC-UA) 37LG30DC (37LG30DC-UA) 42LG30DC (42LG30DC-UA x 670.1 x 92.0 mm Weight With stand Without stand MODELS Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) With stand Without stand 29.5 pounds / 13.4 kg
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 104
    APPENDIX PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL The provided universal remote control can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode 1 Testing your remote control. To find out whether
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    033 040 066 101 JENSEN 043 JVC 012 031 033 043 048 050 055 060 130 150 152 KENWOOD 014 034 039 043 047 048 LG (GOLDSTAR) 001 012 013 020 101 106 114 123 LLOYD 034 LXI 003 009 013 014 017 034 101 106 MAGIN 040 Brand MAGNAVOX MARANTZ
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    104 HUGHES 068 JANIEL 060 147 JERROLD 061 KATHREIN 108 LEGEND 057 LG 001 LUTRON 132 LUXOR 062 144 MACOM 010 059 063 064 065 043 074 SAMSUNG 123 SATELLITE SERVICE CO 028 035 047 057 085 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 032 138 SONY 103 STARCAST 041 SUPER GUIDE 020 124 125 TEECOM 023
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    IR CODES 1. How to Connect I Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. 2. Remote Control IR Codes I Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Tc Carrier frequency FCAR = 1/TC = fOSC/12 T1 Duty ratio = T1/TC = 1/3 I Configuration of
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    Button AF REW Remote control Button FF Remote control Button Function Note TV POWER ON POWER OFF AV1 AV2 COMPONENT1 COMPONENT2 RGB-PC HDMI1 HDMI2 Ratio 4:3 Ratio 16:9 Ratio Zoom Discrete IR Code (TV Input Selection) Discrete IR Code (Only Power On) Discrete IR Code (Only
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    device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) to control the TV's functions externally. I Note: RS-232C on this unit is intended to be used with third party RS-232C control hardware and software. The instructions below are provided to help with programming software or to test functionality
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 110
    below can be used. 7-Wire Configuration (Serial female-female NULL modem cable) PC TV RXD 2 TXD 3 GND 5 DTR 4 DSR 6 RTS 7 CTS 8 3 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 RXD TXD GND DTR DSR RTS CTS 3-Wire Configurations (Not standard) PC TV 2 3 3 2 5 5 4 6 6 4 7 7 8 8 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9
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    ACK (acknowledgement) based on this format when receiving abnormal data from non-viable functions or communication errors. Data1: Illegal Code Data2: Not supported function Data3: Wait more time * In this model, TV will not send the status during the standby mode. * Data Format [Command 2] : Use
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 112
    ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] * In a like manner, if other functions transmit 'FF' data based on this format, Acknowledgement data feedback presents status about each function. * Note: In this model, TV will send the Acknowledge after power on processing completion. There might be a time delay
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 113
    off Data 01: Lock on Acknowledgement [m][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] If you're not using the remote control and front panel controls on the TV, use this mode. When main power is on/off, remote control lock is released. 17. Color Temperature (Command: k u) To adjust color temperature. You can
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 114
    APPENDIX 18. Auto Configuration (Command: j u) To adjust picture position and minimize image shaking automatically. Auto configuration only works in RGB-PC mode. Transmission [ j ][u][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 1: To set Acknowledgement [u][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 19. Channel Tuning (
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 115
    Data05: 7 Main/Sub Picture 6 Two/One Part Channel 5 Using Physical 4 Channel Reserved 3 2 1 0 Step 0 Main 1 Sub 0 Two 1 One 0 Use x 0 0 0 0 NTSC Air 1 No Use x 0 0 0 1 NTSC Cable x 0 0 1 0 ATSC Air x 0 0 1 1 ATSC Cable_std x 0 1 0 0 ATSC Cable_hrc x 0
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 116
    for all its users. This General Public to freedom, not price. Our General Public Licenses charge for this service if you wish understands that there is no warranty for this free software. original, so that any problems introduced by others will program or work, and a "work based on the Program" means either the
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 117
    , saying that you provide a warranty) and that users may redistribute the program under these conditions, and telling the user how to view a copy of this license. (Exception: if the Program itself is interactive but does not normally print such an announcement, your work based on the Program is not
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 118
    will be guided by the WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE PROGRAM PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING detail to address new problems or concerns. Each
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 119
    to the start of each source file to most effectively convey the exclusion of warranty; and each file should have at least the "copyright" line and a MA 02110-1301 USA. Also add information on how to contact you by electronic and paper mail. If the program is interactive, make it output a short
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 120
    based on the explanations below. When we speak of free software, we are referring to freedom of use, not price . Our General Public Licenses are designed to make sure that you have the freedom to distribute copies of free software (and charge for this service no warranty for by problems that user
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 121
    to this license and to the absence of any warranty; and distribute a copy of this license along with the Library. The precise terms and conditions for copying, distribution and modification follow. Pay close attention to the difference between a "work based on the library" and a "work that uses the
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 122
    with the version that the work was made with. c) Accompany the work with a written offer, valid for at least three years, to give the same user the materials specified in Subsection 6, above, for a charge no more than the cost of performing this distribution. d) If distribution of the work is made
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 123
    with the combined library of the fact that part of it is a work based on the library, and explaining where to find the accompanying uncombined form of to the present version, but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns. Each version is given a distinguishing version number. If the
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 124
    be guided by WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE LIBRARY IS WITH YOU. SHOULD THE LIBRARY PROVE DEFECTIVE, YOU ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING how to contact you by electronic and paper mail. You should
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 125
    portions thereof. 1.4. "Electronic distribution mechanism" means a mechanism generally accepted in the software development community for the electronic transfer of data. , use, practice, sell, and offer for sale, and/or otherwise dispose of the original code (or portions there of). APPENDIX 125
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 126
    (or portions of such combination), to make, use, sell, offer for sale, have made, and/or otherwise dispose of: 1) modifications made by that for ensuring that the source code version remains available even if the electronic distribution mechanism is maintained by a third party. 3.3. Description of
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 127
    must include such notice in a location (such as a relevant directory) where a user would be likely to look for such a notice. If You created one or more . You may choose to offer, and to charge a fee for, warranty, support, indemnity or liability obligations to one or more recipients of covered code.
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 128
    CONTRIBUTOR) ASSUME THE COST OF ANY NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR OR CORRECTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY CONSTITUTES AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THIS LICENSE. EXCLUSION AND LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 10. U.S. GOVERNMENT END USERS. The covered code is a "commercial item," as that term is defined
  • LG 37LG30DC | Owners Manual - Page 129
    application of the united nations convention on contracts for the International sale of goods is expressly excluded. Any law or regulation which an "AS IS" basis, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, either express or implied. See the license for the specific language governing rights and limitations under
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