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PLASMA TV OWNER’S MANUAL 42PX4RV/50PX5R MODELS: 42PX4RV-UC/ 42PX4RV-MC/ 50PX5R-UC Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating your TV. Retain this manual for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the TV in the spaces provided below.
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CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized mod- ification could void the user’s authority to operate this product. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:...
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important safety instructions shall be provided with each apparatus. This information shall be given in a separate booklet or sheet, or be located before any operating instructions in an instruction for installation for use and supplied with the appa- ratus.
Cooling Fan Noise (50PX5R only) In the same way that a fan is used in a PC computer to keep the CPU (Central Processing Unit) cool, the PDP is equipped with cooling fans to cool the Monitor and improve its reliability.
Introduction Controls Controls - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. - This manual explains the features available on the 42PX4RV series TVs. Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls TV/AV MENU TV/VIDEO MENU...
Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. TV/VIDEO TV INPUT TV/VIDEO Selects: TV, Video 1-2, Component POWER 1-2, RGB, and HDMI input sources. Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on mode.
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Introduction Switches to PIP, POP (Picture-out-of- Picture) and Twin picture modes in regular sequence. TV INPUT TV/VIDEO Switches the video window locking or unlocking in the Listings Grid. PIPCH-/PIPCH+ MODE Changes to the next higher/lower PIP chan- nel. PIP INPUT Selects the input source for the sub picture in PIP/Twin picture mode.
HDMI/DVI Source Devices not supported Auto HDMI/DVI is been, the Resolution is set, manually. - To get the best picture quality, adjust the DVD Player or Set Top Box output resolution to 640 x 480p (or 50PX5R series: 1280 x 720p).
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Introduction Reference Cable sample HDMI Cable Analog Audio Cable (RCA type) (not supplied with the product) (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable (Stereo to RCA type) HDMI to DVI Cable (not supplied with the product) (not supplied with the product) How to use 1.
Installation Installation Installation Installation Instructions Installation Instructions • The TV can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc. • The TV is designed to be mounted horizontally. The speakers shown are optional. •...
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Installation Option Extras Option Extras Optional extras can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification new optional extras can be added. Contract your dealer for buying these items. Audio cables Tilt wall mounting bracket Video cables Ceiling mounting bracket Attaching the TV assembly to the wall Attaching the...
Installation Installation Options Installation Options • The set can be installed in different ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc. • Install this set only in a location where adequate ventilation is available. Wall Mount: Horizontal Installation Desktop Pedestal Installation •...
Installation NOTE: All cables shown are not included with the TV VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. - Use the ISM Method (on the Option menu) feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time. Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR.
Installation External A/V Source Setup External A/V Source Setup How to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equipment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure. When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the AUDIO COMPONENT INPUT 2 MONITOR OUT...
Installation PC Setup PC Setup How to connect 1. To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to 640x 480, 60Hz. 2. Use the TV’s RGB INPUT or HDMI(DVI VIDEO) INPUT port for video connections, depending on AUDIO AUDIO your PC connector.
Operation Operation Operation urning the TV On urning the TV On * In this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV’s because it is just an example to help you with the TV operation. - When using the remote control, aim it at its sensor on the set. Turning on the set just after installation 1.
Operation Channel Menu Options Channel Menu Options Auto Program should be used to memorize all the active channels in your area before you are able to use the TV. There are two ways of storing channels in the TV's memory. You can use either. One is called AUTO PROGRAM and the other is called MANUAL PROGRAM.
Operation Signal Reception Booster Signal Reception Booster - If TV signal reception is poor because you are in a fringe area, set Booster to On. If the picture condition is good, set Booster to Off. - Adjustments for one channel don’t affect the adjustment for other channels. Set booster to on or off for each channel separately.
-30 ~ +30. Red, Green, Blue 6. Press the ENTER button to save. - XD is LG Electronic’s unique picture improving technology to display a real HD PICTURE PICTURE source through an advanced digital signal processing algorithm. - When selecting APC options (Clear, Optimum and Soft), XD is automatically change to On.
Operation ACM (Active Colour Management) ACM (Active Colour Management) - Adjust the to select the desired skin colour option. PICTURE PICTURE - This function works in the following mode: TV, Video 1, Video 2, COMPONENT1/2, RGB, HDMI. - It’s not available to use this function in mode.
Operation Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) - This function lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV has the appropriate sound options based on the program content. - If you adjust sound options (Treble and Bass) manually, DASP automatically changes to User 1.
Operation Manual Sound Control ( DASP set to user option) Manual Sound Control ( set to option) - You can adjust sound options Balance, Treble, and Bass to the levels you prefer. SOUND SOUND DASP Press the MENU button and then use button to select the SOUND menu.
Operation imer Menu Options imer Menu Options Clock Setup Clock Setup - If current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually. TIMER TIMER - - : Clock 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the TIMER menu.
Operation Special Menu Options Special Menu Options Key Lock 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.
Operation Special Menu Options continued Special Menu Options continued Low Power Low Power - Low power reduces the plasma display power consumption. 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu. SPECIAL SPECIAL Language 2.
Operation Closed Captions Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion 1. Poor reception conditions are encountered: of a television program into written words which then appear as • IGNITION: subtitles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers Picture may flutter, drift, suffer from black to read the dialogue and narration of television programs.
Operation Screen Menu Options Screen Menu Options Auto Auto Adjustment Adjustment - RGB (PC) mode only; This function doesn’t work for RGB (DTV) mode. - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. - After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your TV is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. - The Auto config.
Operation Screen Position Screen Position - This function works in the following modes: SCREEN SCREEN RGB (480p,720p,1080i), HDMI (480p,720p,1080i), COMPONENT Auto config. (480p,720p,1080i). Manual config. VGA Mode 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SCREEN menu.
Operation (Picture-In-Picture)/Double W indow Feature (Picture-In-Picture)/Double W indow Feature - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs pictures (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - Double Window mode splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time.
Operation External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup - Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) and control the set’s functions externally. How to connect external control equipment •...
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External Control Device Setup Set ID Set ID - Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. SPECIAL SPECIAL - Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping 1’. See page 32. Language Key lock 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL...
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External Control Device Setup 01. Power (Command 2 : a) 04. Screen Mute (Command 2 : d) G To control Power On/Off of the TV. G To select screen mute on/off. Transmission Transmission [k][d][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Screen mute off (Picture on) Data 0 : Power Off 1 : Power On...
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External Control Device Setup 09. Colour (Command 2 : i) 14. PIP / DW (Command 2 : n) G To control the PIP (Picture In picture)/DW. G To adjust the screen colour. You can also control the PIP/DW using the PIP button on You can also adjust colour in the PICTURE menu.
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External Control Device Setup 18. Balance (Command 2 : t) 23. PIP Input Select (Command 2 : y) G To select input source for sub picture in PIP/DW pic- G To adjust balance. You can also adjust balance in the SOUND menu. ture mode.
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External Control Device Setup 26. Low Power 30. Auto Configure (Command 1 : j, Command 2 : q) (Command 1 : j, Command 2 : u) G To adjust picture position and minimize image shaking G To reduce the power consumption of the TV. You can automatically.
External Control Device Setup 33. Key 35. Input select (Command 1 : x, Command 2 : y) (Command 1 : m, Command 2 : c) G To adjust input source for sub picture in PIP mode G To send IR remote key code. Transmission Transmission [x][y][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr]...
IR Codes IR Codes IR Codes How to Connect How to Connect G Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the Monitor. Remote Control IR Code Remote Control IR Code G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Carrier frequency = 1/T Duty ratio = T1/T...
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IR Codes Code (Hexa) Function Note CH ( R/C Button CH ( R/C Button VOL ( R/C Button VOL ( R/C Button R/C Button R/C Button R/C Button R/C Button POWER R/C Button (Power On/Off) POWER ON Discrete IR Code (Only Power On) POWER OFF Discrete IR Code (Only Power Off) MUTE...
Troubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist • Check whether the TV is turned on. • Is the power cord inserted into wall power outlet? No picture & No sound • Test the wall power outlet, plug another product’s power cord into the outlet where the TV’s power cord was plugged in.
16,770,000 (256 steps of each R, G and B) Color 32 ~ 104°F (0 ~ 40°C) Operating Temperature Range Less than 80% Operating Humidity Range MODELS 50PX5R-UC 55.1 / 1400 Width (inches / mm) 32.3 / 821 Height (inches / mm) 3.9 / 99 Depth (inches / mm) 115 / 52.15...
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PLASMA TV — U.S. LIMITED WARRANTY Your LG Plasma TV will be repaired or replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty, at LGE’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product.
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LGE Service Center against a credit card number as surety for advanced shipment. Your credit card will not be charged if you return the defective unit within 10 working days. If a replacement unit is received, please use the carton and packaging from that unit in returning the defective unit to the LG ® Brand Service Center.