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PLASMA TV OWNER’S MANUAL PLASMA TV MODELS 32PC5R * Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. Refer to the label on the back cover and quote this informa- tion.
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ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. POWER INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Owner's Manual Q.VIEW LIST SLEEP I/II TIME HOLD SIZE POSITION REVEAL INDEX...
CONTENTS A A C C C C E E S S S S O O R R I I E E S S ............. PREPARATION PREPARATION PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE CONTROL Front Panel Controls..........4 Watching PIP(Picture-in-Picture)......43 Back Panel Information ..........5 Picture Size (Aspect Ratio)Control......45 Stand Installation............
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TIME SETTING Clock Setup..............67 Auto On/Off Timer Setting ........68 Sleep Timer Setting............69 Auto Shut-off Setting...........70 TELETEXT Switch On/Off ..............71 SIMPLE Text..............71 TOP Text .................72 FASTEXT .................72 Special Teletext Functions..........73 APPENDIX Troubleshooting ............74 Maintenance ..............76 Product Specifications ..........77...
PREPARATION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS This is a simplified representation of the front panel. Image shown may differ from your TV. If your TV has a protection film attached, remove the film and then wipe the TV with a polishing cloth. Remote Control Sensor Power/Standby Indicator...
BACK PANEL INFORMATION This is a simplified representation of the back panel. Image shown may differ from your TV. COMPONENT IN VARIABLE AUDIO IN AV OUT AV IN (RGB/DVI) VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT COMPONENT IN VARIABLE ARIABLE AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AV OUT AV IN (RGB/DVI)
PREPARATION STAND INSTALLATION Carefully place the TV screen side down on a cushioned surface to protect the screen from damage. Assemble the TV as shown. Fix the 4 bolts securely using the holes in the back of the TV.
ATTACHING THE TV TO A WALL (This feature is not available for all models.) Position the TV close to the wall to avoid the possibility of it falling when pushed. The instructions shown below are a safer way to up the TV, which is to fix it to the wall, avoiding the possibility of it falling forwards if pulled.
PREPARATION BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT Arrange the cables as shown picture. POWER CORD ARRANGEMENT After connecting the power cord to the AC input terminal, remove the bolt at the hole on the back cover and fix the power cord at the rear side of the TV by using the bracket for fixing the power cord.
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. Power Supply Circuit breaker EARTHING Ensure that you connect the earth wire to prevent possible electric shock. If grounding methods are not possible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker.
WALL MOUNT: HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION For adequate ventilation allow a clearance of 4” (10cm) all around the TV. We recommend that you use a wall mounting bracket of LG brand when mounting the TV to a wall. 4 inches 4 inches...
It is recommended that 32PC5RVH model only be used at an altitude of less than 6561 feet (2000m) to get the best quality picture and sound. To prevent damage do not connect to the mains outlet until all connections are made between the devices. ANTENNA CONNECTION For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP To avoid damaging any equipment, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. HD RECEIVER SETUP Connecting with a component cable Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the digital set COMPONENT COMPONENT IN VARIABLE...
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COMPONENT IN VARIABLE VIDEO AUDIO Connecting a set-top box with an HDMI cable RGB IN (PC) Connect the HDMI output of the digital set-top box to the H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 or H H D D M M I I I I N N 2 2 jack on the TV. HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN Select HDMI1 or HDMI2 input source using the...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AV IN Connecting with a HDMI to DVI cable ANTENNA COMPONENT IN VARIABLE AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AV OUT V OUT AV IN (RGB/DVI) (RGB/DVI) VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO RGB IN (PC) HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN ANTENNA ANTENNA AV IN ANTENNA...
DVD SETUP Connecting with a component cable Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN V V ARIABLE C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I N N V V I I D D E E O O jacks on the TV. VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Connecting with a RCA cable S-VIDEO VIDEO ANT IN Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and DVD player. Match the jack colours (Video = yellow, Audio Left = OUTPUT ANT OUT SWITCH...
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Connecting the HDMI cable COMPONENT IN VARIABLE VIDEO AUDIO Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N 1 1 or H H D D M M I I I I N N 2 2 jack on the TV. RGB IN (PC) HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN...
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise (interference), allow adequate distance between the VCR and TV. Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR. If 4:3 picture format is used for an extended period the fixed RIABLE AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) AV OUT AV IN...
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Connecting with a RCA cable S-VIDEO ANT IN VIDEO OUTPUT ANT OUT SWITCH OMPONENT IN VARIABLE AUDIO IN AV OUT V OUT AV IN (RGB/DVI) AUDIO RGB IN (PC) HDMI IN I IN ANTENNA ANTENNA Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colours (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP Camcorder Video Game Set VIDEO AUDIO IN AV OUT V OUT AV IN V IN (RGB/DVI) (PC) ANTENNA Connect the A A U U D D I I O O /V V I I D D E E O O jacks between TV and external equipment. Match the jack colours. ( Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red ) Select AV input source using the I I N N P P U U T T button on the remote control.
EXTERNAL STEREO (This feature is not available for all models.) Use to connected either an external amplifier, or add a sub- woofer to your surround sound system. COMPONENT IN VARIABLE AUDIO IN AUDIO IN AV OUT AV IN (RGB/DVI) (RGB/DVI) VIDEO AUDIO Connect the input jack of the stereo amplifier to the...
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. Connecting with a D-sub 15 pin cable COMPONENT COMPONENT IN VARIABLE AUDIO IN AV OUT AV IN V IN (RGB/DVI) VIDEO VIDEO...
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NOTE Horizontal and Vertical frequencies are separate. To enjoy vivid picture and sound, connect the PC to the TV. We recommend using 852x480, 60Hz (32 inch VGA PLASMA TV models) for the PC mode, Avoid keeping a fixed image on the TV ’s screen these should provide the best picture quality.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Screen Setup for PC mode Auto Configure (RGB [PC] mode only) Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your TV is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. POWER A A u u t t o o c c o o n n f f i i g g u u r r e e INPUT...
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Adjustment for screen Phase, Clock, Position If the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and espe- cially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture POWER phase manually. To correct the screen size, adjust C C l l o o c c k k . This function works in the following mode : RGB[PC], COM- PONENT (480i/480p/576i/576p/720p/1080i), HDMI INPUT...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Selecting Wide VGA mode POWER To view a normal picture, match the resolution of RGB mode and selection of VGA mode. This function works in the following mode: RGB[PC] mode. INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Picture Picture Mode Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use button to Colour Temperature...
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Initializing (Reset to original factory settings) POWER This function operates in current mode. To initialize the adjusted value INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Picture Picture Mode Press the MENU button and then use button to Colour Temperature select the Picture menu. Advanced Aspect Ratio Picture Reset...
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. Switches the TV on from standby or off to standby. POWER POWER Returns to the TV viewing from any mode. Switches the TV on from standby.
Allows you to navigate the on-screen menus and adjust THUMBSTICK (Up/Down/Left the system settings to your preference. Right) POWER VOLUME Adjusts the volume. UP/DOWN Programme Selects a programme. UP/DOWN Accepts your selection or displays the current mode. INPUT MUTE SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to TV.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL TURNING ON THE TV When your TV is turned on, you will be able to use its features. Firstly, connect the power cord correctly. At this stage, the TV switches to standby mode. POWER In standby mode to turn TV on, press the , I I N N P P U U T T , P P R R button on the TV or press the P P O O W W E E R R , T T V V , I I N N P P U U T T , N N U U M M B B E E R R ( ( 0 0 ~9 9 ) ) buttons on the remote control and the TV will switch...
PROGRAMME SELECTION Press the or N N U U M M B B E E R R buttons to select a programme number. POWER VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Press the button to adjust the volume. INPUT MUTE If you wish to switch the sound off, press the M M U U T T E E button. MENU RATIO EXIT...
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL ON SCREEN MENUS SELECTION AND ADJUSTMENT Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. The OSD mainly use pictures for the Plasma TV models. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to display each menu.
AUTO PROGRAMME TUNING POWER Up to 100 TV stations can be stored by programme numbers (0 to 99). Once you have preset the stations, you will be able to use the NUMBER buttons to scan the stations you have programmed. INPUT MUTE Stations can be tuned using automatic or manual modes.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL MANUAL PROGRAMME TUNING Manual programme lets you manually tune and arrange the sta- tions in whatever order you desire. POWER INPUT MUTE Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the menu.
FINE TUNING Normally fine tuning is only necessary if reception is poor. POWER INPUT MUTE Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select RATIO EXIT MENU the Setup menu. Press the button and then button to select Manual Tuning Setup...
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL ASSIGNING A STATION NAME You can assign a station name up to five characters to each programme number. POWER Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select INPUT MUTE the Setup menu.
PROGRAMME EDIT POWER This function enables you to delete or skip stored programmes. Also you can move some stations to other programme numbers or copy a blank station data into the selected programme num- INPUT MUTE ber. RATIO EXIT MENU Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Setup menu.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL FAVOURITE PROGRAMME This function lets you select your favourite programmes directly. Repeatedly press the FAV button to select stored favourite pro- POWER grammes. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Setup menu.
SELECTING THE PROGRAMME TABLE You can check which programmes are stored in the memory by displaying the programme table. POWER D D i i s s p p l l a a y y i i n n g g p p r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e t t a a b b l l e e INPUT MUTE Press the L L I I S S T T button to display the Programme table menu.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL KEY LOCK The TV can be set so that the remote control is needed to con- trol it. POWER This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing. This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off.
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This fundtion operates only with devices with the SIMPLINK logo. POWER Please check the SIMPLINK logo. This allows you to control and play other AV devices connected to the display through HDMI cable without additional cables INPUT MUTE and settings. RATIO EXIT MENU...
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WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL SIMPLINK Functions D D i i s s c c p p l l a a y y b b a a c c k k Control connected AV devices by pressing the , O O K K buttons and buttons for play, stop, pause, fast reverse, fast forward, chapter skip.(The button does not provide such functions) D D i i r r e e c c t t P P l l a a y y...
PICTURE CONTROL WATCHING PIP(PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. POWER PIP function is available in the Component, RGB, HDMI mode. (But, it can’t adjust 480i/576i resolution of Component mode.) INPUT MUTE...
PICTURE CONTROL Input Source Selection for Sub Picture Press the P P I I P P I I N N P P U U T T button to select the input source for the sub picture. Each press of P P I I P P I I N N P P U U T T button is pressed, each input source for the sub picture is displayed. (Sub picture can be selected only TV, AV1, AV2) Sub Picture Size Adjustment (PIP mode only) Press the S S I I Z Z E E button to adjust the sub picture size.
PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO)CONTROL You can watch the screen in various picture formats; S S p p e e c c t t a a c c l l e e , O O r r i i g g i i n n a a l l , 4 4 : : 3 3 , 1 1 6 6 : : 9 9 , 1 1 4 4 : : 9 9 and Z Z o o o o m m 1 1 / / 2 2 .
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PICTURE CONTROL • 1 1 4 4 : : 9 9 • Z Z o o o o m m 2 2 You can view a picture format of 14:9 or a general TV Choose Zoom 2 when you wish the picture to programme in the 14:9 mode.
PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode-Preset D D y y n n a a m m i i c c Select this option to display a sharp image. S S t t a a n n d d a a r r d d The most general and natural screen display status.
PICTURE CONTROL Auto Colour Tone Control(Warm/Medium/Cool) To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the Cool option. POWER Choose one of three automatic colour adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colours such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colours with more blue.
MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Picture Mode-User Option POWER C C o o n n t t r r a a s s t t Adjusts the difference between light and dark levels in the picture. B B r r i i g g h h t t n n e e s s s s Increases or decreases the amount of white in INPUT MUTE...
PICTURE CONTROL Colour Tone - User Option POWER To adjust red, green, blue to any colour temperature you prefer. INPUT MUTE This menu is activated after selecting “User1” or “User2” in the MENU RATIO EXIT Picture Mode. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Picture Picture Mode...
- PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY XD is LG electronic's unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal pro- cessing algorithm. POWER It is not possible to use this function in RGB-PC mode. Press the MENU button and then button to select the Picture menu.
PICTURE CONTROL DEMO POWER Use it to see the difference between XD Demo on and XD Demo off. It is not possible to use this function in RGB[PC] mode. INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Picture Press the MENU button and then button to select Picture Mode Colour Temperature...
ADVANCED - CINEMA To set the TV up for the best picture quality for viewing POWER films. This feature operates only in Analog TV, AV and Component 480i/576i mode. INPUT MUTE MENU RATIO EXIT Picture Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Picture Mode Colour Temperature...
PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED - BLACK(DARKNESS) LEVEL When you view a film this function adjust the TV to best picture quality. Adjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen POWER using the black level of the screen. This function works in the following mode: AV (NTSC-M) or HDMI.
PICTURE RESET Returns to the default factory setting for Picture Mode, Colour Temperature, XD, Advanced, Aspect Ratio. POWER INPUT MUTE MENU RATIO EXIT Picture Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Picture Mode Colour Temperature the Picture menu.
PICTURE CONTROL IMAGE STICKING MINIMIZATION(ISM)METHOD A frozen or still picture from a PC/Video game displayed on the screen for prolonged periods will result in a ghost image remaining even when you change the image. Avoid allowing a fixed image to remain on the screen for prolonged periods. POWER W W h h i i t t e e W W a a s s h h White wash removes permanent images from the screen.
LOW-POWER PICTURE MODE This function allows you to reduce the power consumption of the POWER On I I n n - - S S t t o o r r e e mode, even though the Low Power function is On, it’s ineffective.
PICTURE CONTROL FACTORY RESET It initializes the entire OSD (On Screen Display) settings. The Installation Guide Setup window is displayed again after the POWER initialization. INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Option Language Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use button SIMPLINK to select the O O p p t t i i o o n n menu.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER Auto Volume automatically remains on the same level of volume if you change programmes. POWER INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Audio menu.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL PRESET SOUND SETTINGS-SOUND MODE You can select your preferred sound setting; Surround MAX, Standard, Music, Movie or Sports and you can also adjust the POWER frequency of the equalizer. Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any Special adjustment as the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the programme content.
SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT -USER MODE Adjusting the audio equalizer. POWER INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Audio menu. Press the button and then button to select Audio Sound Mode Sound Mode...
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL BALANCE You can adjust the sound balance of the speakers to the pre- ferred levels. POWER INPUT MUTE MENU RATIO EXIT Audio Sound Mode Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Auto Volume the Audio menu.
TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUP You can adjust the internal speaker status. POWER In AV, COMPONENT, RGB[PC] and HDMI mode, internal speak- er audio can be operational even when there is no video signal. If you wish to use an external hi-fi system, turn off the TV internal speakers.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL I/II Stereo/Dual Reception POWER When a programme is selected, the sound information for the station appears after the programme number and station name disappear. Broadcast On Screen Display INPUT MUTE Mono MONO RATIO EXIT MENU Stereo STEREO Dual DUAL I...
NICAM Reception If the TV is equipped with a receiver for NICAM reception, high quality NICAM (Near Instantaneous Companding Audio Multiplex) digital sound can be received. Sound output can be selected according to the type of broadcast received by pressing the I/II button repeatedly.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENU LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. First select your language. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use button to select the Option menu.
TIME SETTING CLOCK SETUP You must set the time correctly before using on/off timer function. POWER If current time setting is erased by a power failure or the TV is unplugged, reset the clock. INPUT MUTE RATIO EXIT MENU Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Time menu.
TIME SETTING AUTO ON/OFF TIMER SETTING The Off time function automatically switches the TV to standby at a preset time. POWER Two hours after the TV is switched on by the on time function it will automatically switch back to standby mode unless a button has been pressed.
SLEEP TIMER SETTING You do not have to remember to switch the TV off before you go to sleep. The sleep timer automatically switches the TV to standby after the preset time has elapsed. POWER INPUT MUTE MENU RATIO EXIT Press the S S L L E E E E P P button repeatedly to select the number of minutes.
TIME SETTING AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING If the TV set is switched on and there is no input signal, it will switch off automatically after 10 minutes. POWER INPUT MUTE MENU RATIO EXIT Time Clock Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Off Time the Time menu.
TELETEXT T T h h i i s s f f e e a a t t u u r r e e i i s s n n o o t t a a v v a a i i l l a a b b l l e e i i n n a a l l l l c c o o u u n n t t r r i i e e s s . . Teletext is a free service broadcast by most TV stations which gives up-to-the-minute information on news, weather, television programmes, share prices and many other topics.
TELETEXT TOP TEXT The user guide displays four fields-red, green, yellow and blue at the bottom of the screen. The yellow field denotes the next group and the blue field indicates the next block. Block / group / page selection With the blue button you can progress from block to block.
SPECIAL TELETEXT FUNCTIONS R R E E V V E E A A L L Press this button to display concealed information, such as solutions to riddles or puzzles. Press this button again to remove the information from the display. S S I I Z Z E E Selects double height text.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING T T h h e e T T V V d d o o e e s s n n o o t t o o p p e e r r a a t t e e p p r r o o p p e e r r l l y y Check to see if there is any object between the TV and the remote control caus- ing an obstruction.
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APPENDIX MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can prolong the life of your new TV. Caution: Be sure to swith the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen A good way to keep the dust off your screen for a while is to wet a soft cloth in a mixture of lukewarm water and a little fabric softener or dish washing detergent.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 32PC5R * MODELS 32PC5RV-TB / 32PC5RVH-TB / 32PC5RV1-TB / 32PC5RVC-TB 32PC5RV-TD / 32PC5RVH-TD / 32PC5RV1-TD / 32PC5RVC-TD 819.9 x 599.8x 258.4 mm Dimensions with stand 32.3 x 23.6 x 10.2 inches (Width x Height x Depth) 819.9 x 554.2 x 78.1 mm without stand 32.3 x 21.8 x 3.1 inches...