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LG 42PT85 Owner's Manual

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Trademark of the DVB Digital Video
Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996)
I I D D N N u u m m b b e e r r ( ( s s ) ) : : 4652: 42PT85
4651: 50PT85
4681: 32LT75
4680: 37LT75
4679: 42LT75
LCD TV
OWNER'S MANUAL
LCD TV MODELS
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Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the set.
See the label attached on the back cover and quote
this information to your dealer when you require
service.
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PLASMA TV MODELS
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  • Page 1 Trademark of the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) I I D D N N u u m m b b e e r r ( ( s s ) ) : : 4652: 42PT85 4651: 50PT85 4681: 32LT75...

  • Page 3: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. Owner's Manual Owner’s manual Owner’s Manual Remote Control P P l l a a s s m m a a T T V V m m o o d d e e l l s s 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts This feature is not available...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS ACCESSORIES ..........PREPARATION Home Menu .
  • Page 5 XD - Picture Improvement Technology ... . . 77 XD Demo ....... . . 78 Advanced - Cinema .

  • Page 6: Preparation

    PREPARATION HOME MENU This menu is a contents guide. In the Home Menu, you can access the Recorded list of the DVR, Manual Recording of the DVR, Schedule List or the TV Menu. INPUT MODE POWER TV/RADIO INPUT BRIGHT SIMPLINK TEXT INFO i LIVE TV...

  • Page 7: Front Panel Controls

    FRONT PANEL CONTROLS This is a simplified representation of the front panel. Image shown may be somewhat different from your TV. If your product has a protection film attached, remove the film and then wipe the product with a polishing cloth. Plasma TV Models INPUT MENU...
  • Page 8 PREPARATION LCD TV Models Intelligent Eye Adjusts picture according to the surrounding con- ditions. MENU INPUT Power/Standby Indicator • illuminates red in standby mode. • illuminates green when the set is switched on. Remote Control Sensor PROGRAMME Buttons VOLUME Buttons OK Button MENU Button INPUT Button...

  • Page 9: Back Panel Information

    BACK PANEL INFORMATION This is a simplified representation of the back panel. Image shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Plasma TV Models EJECT EJECT EJECT PCMCIA PCMCIA CARD SLOT CARD SLOT HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN PCMCIA ANTENNA RS-232C IN COMPONENT IN ANTENNA VARIABLE AUDIO OUT...
  • Page 10 PREPARATION LCD TV Models EJECT EJECT EJECT PCMCIA CARD SLOT PCMCIA PCMCIA CARD SLOT ANTENNA RS-232C IN ANTENNA ANTENNA PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) Card Slot (This feature is not available in all countries.) HDMI Input Connect a HDMI signal to HDMI IN. Or DVI(VIDEO)signal to HDMI/DVI port with DVI to HDMI cable.

  • Page 11: Stand Installation

    STAND INSTALLATION Carefully place the product screen side down on a cushioned surface that will protect product and screen from damage. Assemble the product stand with the product as shown. Install the 4 bolts securely, in the back of the product in the holes provided.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Tv To A Wall

    PREPARATION ATTACHING THE TV TO A WALL (This feature is not available for all models.) Set it up close to the wall so the product doesn’t fall over when it is pushed backwards. The instructions shown below is a safer way to set up the product, which is to fix it on the wall so the product doesn’t fall over when it is pulled in the forward direction.

  • Page 13: Back Cover For Wire Arrangement

    BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT Plasma TV models Hold the C C A A B B L L E E M M A A N N A A G G E E M M E E N N T T with hands and push it as shown. Connect the cables as necessary.
  • Page 14 PREPARATION LCD TV models Connect the cables as necessary. To connect an additional equipment, see the E E x x t t e e r r n n a a l l e e q q u u i i p p m m e e n n t t C C o o n n n n e e c c t t i i o o n n s s section. Install the C C A A B B L L E E M M A A N N A A G G E E M M E E N N T T as shown.

  • Page 15: Desktop Pedestal Installation

    The set can be installed in various ways such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc. The set is designed to be mounted horizontally. GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire to prevent possible electric shock. If grounding methods are not pos- sible, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker.

  • Page 16: Antenna Connection

    PREPARATION To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. ANTENNA CONNECTION For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction. An antenna cable and converter are not supplied. Wall Antenna Socket Outdoor Antenna (VHF, UHF) Antenna...

  • Page 17: External Equipment Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. This part of EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP mainly use pictures for the Plasma TV models. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box.However,if you do receive Digital signals from a digital set-top box or other digital external device,refer to the figure as shown below.
  • Page 18 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with a HDMI cable Connect the digital set-top box to H H D D M M I I / / D D V V I I I I N N or H H D D M M I I I I N N jack on the set. Turn on the digital set-top box.

  • Page 19: Dvd Setup

    DVD SETUP When connecting with a component cable Connect the video outputs ( Y, P 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 set. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T I I N N A A U U D D I I O O jacks on the set.
  • Page 20 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with a Euro Scart Connect the Euro scart socket of the DVD to the A A V V 1 1 CARD SLOT Euro scart socket on the set. Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD. Select AV1 input source with using the I I N N P P U U T T button on the remote control.

  • Page 21: Insertion Of Ci Module

    When connecting HDMI cable AV 1 AV 2 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 or H H D D M M I I I I N N jack on the set. Select HDMI1 or HDMI2 input source with using the I I N N P P U U T T button on the remote control.

  • Page 22: Vcr Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. If the 4:3 picture format keeps for a long time the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen.
  • Page 23 When connecting with a Euro Scart Connect the Euro scart socket of the VCR to the A A V V 1 1 Euro scart socket on the set. Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner’s manual.) RS-232C IN VIDEO AUDIO...

  • Page 24: Digital Audio Out Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP When connecting with an S-Video cable RS-232C IN VIDEO AUDIO Connect the S-VIDEO output of the VCR to the S S - - V V I I D D E E O O input on the set. The picture quality is improved;...

  • Page 25: Other A/V Source Setup

    OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP AV IN 3 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO 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 AV3 input source with using the I I N N P P U U T T button on the remote control.

  • Page 26: Pc Setup

    EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. When connecting with a D-sub 15 pin cable Connect the RGB output of the PC to the R R G G B B ( ( P P C C ) ) jack on the set.
  • Page 27 NOTE To enjoy vivid picture and sound, connect a PC to the set. Avoid keeping a fixed image on the set’s screen for a long period of time. The fixed image may become permanently imprinted on the screen; use a screen saver when possible.
  • Page 28 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP RGB[PC] / HDMI[PC] mode Horizontal Resolution Frequency(KHz) 720x400 31.468 31.469 640x480 37 .684 37 .879 800x600 46.875 832x624 49.725 48.363 1024x768 56.476 60.123 1280x768 47 .78 1360x768 47 .72 1366x768 47 .56 1920x1080 66.647 Supported Display Resolution HDMI[DTV] mode Vertical Resolution...

  • Page 29: Screen Setup For Pc Mode

    Screen Setup for PC mode Auto Configure (RGB [PC] mode only) Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking.After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your set is functioning properly but needs further adjust- ment. 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 This function is for the automatic adjustment of the screen position, clock, and phase.
  • Page 30 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Adjustment for screen Phase, Clock, Position If the picture isn’t clear after auto adjustment and espe- cially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture 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].
  • Page 31 Selecting Wide XGA mode To see a normal picture, match the resolution of RGB mode and selection of XGA mode. This function works in the following mode: RGB[PC] mode Press the MENU button and then use to select the SCREEN menu. Press the button and then use select XGA Mode.
  • Page 32 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Initialising (Reset to original factory settings) This function operates in current mode. To initialise the adjusted value It’s not available to use ISM Method and Low power in L L C C D D T T V V models. Press the MENU button and then select the OPTION menu.

  • Page 33: Watching Tv /Programme Control

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL KEY FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. INPUT MODE POWER TV/RADIO INPUT BRIGHT SIMPLINK TEXT INFO i LIVE TV BACK MENU EXIT GUIDE TIME TIME SHIFT SHIFT...

  • Page 34: Installing Batteries

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL INPUT MODE POWER TV/RADIO INPUT BRIGHT INFO i SIMPLINK TEXT LIVE TV BACK MENU EXIT GUIDE TIME TIME SHIFT SHIFT MARK MUTE LIST Q. V I E W UPDATE INDEX TIME SLEEP HOLD REVEAL SUBTITLE RATIO I/II MODE Selects the remote operating modes.

  • Page 35: Turning On The Tv

    TURNING ON THE TV - If your TV will be turned on, you will be able to use its features. First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. In standby mode to turn TV on, press the r r / I, INPUT or button on the TV or press the POWER, INPUT, D/A, PR + or - or NUMBER button on the remote control and then the TV will switch on.

  • Page 36: Programme Selection

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL PROGRAMME SELECTION Press the P P R R + + or - - or NUMBER buttons to select a pro- gramme number. VOLUME ADJUSTMENT Press the VOL + + or - - button to adjust the volume. If you want to switch the sound off, press the MUTE button.

  • Page 37: On-Screen Menus Selection And Adjustment

    ON SCREEN MENUS SELECTION AND ADJUSTMENT Your TV's OSD ( On Screen Display ) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then Press the button and then Change the setting of an item in the sub or pull-down menu with You can move to the higher level menu by pressing the O O K K or M M E E N N U U button.

  • Page 38: Auto Programme Tuning (In Digital Mode)

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL AUTO PROGRAMME TUNING (IN DIGITAL MODE) Use it to automatically find and store all of the programmes. When you start auto programming in digital mode, all the stored service information will be deleted. It’s not available to use this function on recording programme. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu.

  • Page 39: Manual Programme Tuning (In Digital Mode)

    MANUAL PROGRAMME TUNING (IN DIGITAL MODE) Manual Tuning lets you manually add a programme to your programme list. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu. Press the button and then Manual Tuning. Press the button and then BER buttons to select the desired channel number.

  • Page 40: Programme Edit (In Digital Mode)

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL PROGRAMME EDIT (IN DIGITAL MODE) When a programme number is skipped, it means that you will be unable to select it using PR + or - button during TV viewing. If you want to select the skipped programme, directly enter the programme number with the NUMBER buttons or select it in the Programme edit menu.
  • Page 41 Mini Glossary Displayed when the DTV Programme. Displayed when the Favourite Programme. Displayed when the Locked Programme. Displayed when the Radio Programme. Displayed when the MHEG Programme. Skipping a programme number Select a programme number to be skipped with the Press the BLUE button.

  • Page 42: Antenna Power (In Digital Mode Only)

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL 5V ANTENNA POWER (IN DIGITAL MODE ONLY) Even if there isn’t a special 5V adapter power in the external antenna, this function can output 5V in the set. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu. Press the button and then use select...

  • Page 43: Software Update (In Digital Mode Only)

    SOFTWARE UPDATE (IN DIGITAL MODE ONLY) Software Update means software can be downloaded through the digital terrestrial broadcasting system. After Software Update, HDD format might be necessary. In this case, the HDD Failure message is displayed in the DVR Home menu. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu.

  • Page 44: Diagnostics (In Digital Mode Only)

    5V Antenna Power Booster Software Update Diagnostics To Set CI Information Engineering Diagnostics Channel 30 Manufacturer : LG Electronics Inc. Transmitter : Teracom_Mux_2 Model / Type : 37LC2D-EC Signal strength Serial No. : 604KG0000006 Software version : 1.1.0 Signal quality...

  • Page 45: Ci Information (In Digital Mode Only)

    CI [COMMON INTERFACE] INFORMATION (IN DIGITAL MODE ONLY) This function enables you to watch some scrambled services (pay ser- vices). If you remove the CI Module, you can’t watch the pay services. When the module is inserted to CI slot, you can access the module menu. To purchase a module and smart card, contact your supplying dealer.

  • Page 46: Auto Programme Tuning (In Analogue Mode)

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL AUTO PROGRAMME TUNING (IN ANALOGUE MODE) All stations that can be received are stored by this method. It is recommended that you use Auto tuning during installation of this set. It’s not available to use this function on recording programme. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then select the SETUP menu.

  • Page 47: Manual Programme Tuning (In Analogue Mode)

    MANUAL PROGRAMME TUNING (IN ANALOGUE MODE) Manual Tuning lets you manually tune and arrange the stations in whatever order you desire. It’s not available to use this function in TimeShift Mode On mode. It’s not available to use this function on recording programme. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu.

  • Page 48: Fine Tuning (In Analogue Mode)

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL FINE TUNING (IN ANALOGUE MODE) Normally fine tuning is only necessary if reception is poor. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu. Press the button and then Manual Tuning. Press the button and then Fine.

  • Page 49: Programme Edit (In Analogue Mode)

    PROGRAMME EDIT (IN ANALOGUE MODE) This function enables you to delete or skip the stored programmes. Also you can move some stations to other programme numbers or copy a blank station data into the selected programme number. It’s not available to use this function on recording programme. Press the MENU button and then select the SETUP menu.
  • Page 50 WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL Moving a programme Select a programme to be moved with Press the YELLOW button. Move the programme to the desired programme number with the Press the YELLOW button again to release this function. Skipping a programme number Select a programme number to be skipped with Press the BLUE button.

  • Page 51: Calling The Programme Table

    CALLING THE PROGRAMME TABLE You can check the programmes stored in the memory by displaying the programme table. Displaying programme LIST Press the LIST button to display the PROGRAMME LIST menu. The programme list appears on the screen. • You may find some blue programmes. They have been set up to be skipped by auto programming or in the programme edit mode.

  • Page 52: Input Source Selection

    WATCHING TV /PROGRAMME CONTROL INPUT SOURCE SELECTION Sets a label for each input source which is not in use. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use to select the OPTION menu. Press the button and then use select Input Label.
  • Page 53 FUNCTION This operates only for the devices with the SIMPLINK logo. 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 and settings. If you want SIMPLINK menu, select “On”. Press the MENU button and then select the OPTION menu.

  • Page 54: Simplink Function

    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 buttons. D D i i r r e e c c t t p p l l a a y y After connecting AV devices to TV, you can directly control the devices and play media without additional settings.

  • Page 55: Dvr (Digital Video Recorder)

    DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) TIMESHIFT MODE (PAUSE & REPLAY OF LIVE TV) This function allows the unit to automatically record live TV and make it available for reviewing at any time. With TimeShift Mode turned on, you may pause and rewind nor- mal TV viewing at any time without missing any of the live broad- cast.
  • Page 56 DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) Using the TimeShift Mode function LIVE After selecting the T T i i m m e e S S h h i i f f t t M M o o d d e e O O n n , press the O O K K button. As soon as TimeShift Mode starts, a progress bar indicat- ing the current recording status is displayed in the bot- tom of the screen.

  • Page 57: Using The Remote Control

    Using the TimeShift Mode function, play When in TimeShift Mode, the following options are available. DELAYED Indicates that the current broadcast and displayed video differ. Play Pause Using the remote control You can shift playback to any point within the recorded programme. When playing, repeatedly, press the R R E E W W ( ( F F F F F F F F...

  • Page 58: Instant Recording

    DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) INSTANT RECORDING Use this function to record the programme you are watching on the main screen (Analogue or Digital broadcast). Instant Record This function records the currently displayed programme. Select the programme you wish to record and then press the During recording hours of programming.
  • Page 59 The extra recording time added to existing setting equals the final recording time. After adjusting the recording time, select O O K K . The Status bar will be displayed. Total recording duration 0:00:00 / 2:00:00 Elapsed recording time Press the E E X X I I T T button to hide the Status bar. Press the O O K K button to display the Status bar.
  • Page 60 DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) NOTE When recording, if the available storage space becomes low, the recording will be automatically stopped. In Radio mode, recordings of less than 30 sec- onds will not be saved. In other modes, record- ings of less than 10 seconds will not be saved. No data will be saved on paid channels with no CI Card or expired period of validity of CI Card, in invalid services and in data only channels (ex.

  • Page 61: Manual Recording

    MANUAL RECORDING This function is used to perform reserved recording. This function is available to use in DVR menu. When Manual Recording, it’s stored the default sound of the set. Press the D D V V R R button to display H H o o m m e e menu. Use the button to select the M M a a n n u u a a l l R R e e c c o o r r d d and then use the O O K K or button.

  • Page 62: Recorded Tv Programme List

    DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) RECORDED TV PROGRAMME LIST You can view the recorded programme list at a glance. This function is also available in DVR menu. Information function is only applicable when country is selected as UK. Press the D D V V R R button to display H H O O M M E E menu. button to select R R e e c c o o r r d d e e d d T T V V and then use Use the the O O K K or...
  • Page 63 Recorded programme Selection and Popup Menu The preview recorded list is shown above. Use the PR + or PR - button for page up/down navigation. Use the M M A A R R K K button to delete from the list. A played next to the preview window if an item is marked.
  • Page 64 DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) Playing recorded programmes - You can play the selected programme in the recorded programme list. Play a recorded programme. While playing, You will see a playback screen as shown below. Initially, an icon showing the current playback mode is displayed .
  • Page 65 Chase playback During recording, you can “Trick play” a programme that is being recorded without interrupting recording by using the Progress Bar. Record a programme. While recording, You will see a playback screen as shown below. Initially, an icon showing the current playback mode is displayed .

  • Page 66: Schedule List

    DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) SCHEDULE LIST This function is used to show scheduled recordings. This function is available to use in DVR menu. You can store up to 30 programmes. 60 programmes can be stored in the United Kingdom. Press the D D V V R R button to display H H o o m m e e menu. Use the button to select the S S c c h h e e d d u u l l e e L L i i s s t t and then use the O O K K or button.

  • Page 67: Record Quality

    RECORD QUALITY This function is not available while a recording is taking place. (Only for analogue schedule recording) Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use to select the D D V V R R menu. Press the button and then use select Record Quality.

  • Page 68: Format Hard Disk

    DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER) FORMAT HARD DISK Erases all programmes and initialises the hard drive. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use select the D D V V R R menu. Press the button and then use HDD Format.

  • Page 69: Switch On/Off Epg

    EPG (ELECTRONIC PROGRAMME GUIDE) (IN DIGITAL MODE) This system has an Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) to help your navigation through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information such as programme listings, start and end times for all available services.

  • Page 70: Button Function In 8 Days Guide Mode

    EPG (ELECTRONIC PROGRAMME GUIDE) (IN DIGITAL MODE) Button Function in 8 Days Guide Mode Remote Control Buttons Function Change EPG mode GREEN Enter Date setting mode YELLOW Enter Manual Record setting mode BLUE Enter Schedule list mode Display Popup window Select NOW or NEXT Programme Select the Broadcasting Programme PR + or -...

  • Page 71: Button Function In Date Change Mode

    Button Function in Date Change Mode Remote Control Buttons Function GREEN Switch off Date setting mode Change to the selected date Select a date Switch off Date setting mode GUIDE/EXIT Switch off EPG Button Function in Extended Description Box Remote Control Buttons Function Text Up/Down INFO i The detail information on or off...

  • Page 72: Record Popup

    EPG (ELECTRONIC PROGRAMME GUIDE) (IN DIGITAL MODE) Record Popup * You can set up and activate Record Series only when country is set to the UK. * You cannot activate reminder during power off mode. Remote Control Buttons Function EXIT/BACK Delete the pop-up.

  • Page 73: Picture Control

    PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL You can watch the screen in various picture formats; 1 1 6 6 : : 9 9 , O O r r i i g g i i n n a a l l , 4 4 : : 3 3 , 1 1 4 4 : : 9 9 and Z Z o o o o m m 1 1 / / 2 2 .
  • Page 74 PICTURE CONTROL • 4 4 : : 3 3 Following selection will lead you to view a picture with an original 4:3 aspect ratio, with gray bars appearing at both the left and right sides.. • 1 1 4 4 : : 9 9 You can enjoy the picture format of 14:9 or general TV programme through the 14:9 mode.

  • Page 75: Preset Picture Settings

    PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode-Preset I I n n t t e e l l l l i i g g e e n n t t E E y y e e Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. (LCD TV Models only) D D y y n n a a m m i i c c Select this option to display with a sharp image.

  • Page 76: Auto Colour Tone Control (Warm/Medium/Cool)

    PICTURE CONTROL Auto Colour Tone Control (Warm/Medium/Cool) To initialise values (reset to default settings), select the Cool option. 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. This menu is activated after selecting the User1 or User2 of P P i i c c t t u u r r e e M M o o d d e e Press the MENU button and then...

  • Page 77: Manual Picture Adjustment

    MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Picture Mode-User option C C o o n n t t r r a a s s t t Adjusts the difference between the 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 amount of white in the your picture.

  • Page 78: Colour Tone - User Option

    PICTURE CONTROL Colour Tone - User option To adjust red, green, blue to any colour temperature you prefer. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then the PICTURE menu. Press the button and then Colour Temperature Press the button and then Press the...

  • Page 79: Xd - Picture Improvement Technology

    XD - 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. It’s not available to use this function in RGB-PC mode. Press the MENU button and then the PICTURE menu.

  • Page 80: Xd Demo

    PICTURE CONTROL DEMO Use it to see the difference between XD Demo on and XD Demo off. It’s not available to use this function in RGB[PC], HDMI[PC] mode. Press the MENU button and then the PICTURE menu. Press the MENU button and then XD Demo.

  • Page 81: Advanced - Cinema

    ADVANCED - CINEMA Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. This feature operates only in TV, AV, S-Video and Component 480i/576i mode. It’s not available to use this function on playing recorded programme. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then the PICTURE menu.

  • Page 82: Advanced - Black(Darkness) Level

    PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED - BLACK(DARKNESS) LEVEL When you watch the movie, this function adjusts the set to the best picture appearance. Adjusting the contrast and the bright- ness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This function works in the following mode: AV (NTSC-M), S- Video (NTSC-M) or HDMI.

  • Page 83: Picture Reset

    PICTURE RESET Returns to the default settings Picture Mode, Colour Temperature, XD, Advanced at the factory. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then the PICTURE menu. Press the button and then Picture Reset Press the button to initialise the adjusted value.

  • Page 84: Image Sticking Minimization(Ism) Method

    PICTURE CONTROL IMAGE STICKING MINIMIZATION (ISM) METHOD A frozen of 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 set's screen for a long period of time.

  • Page 85: Low-Power Picture Mode

    LOW-POWER PICTURE MODE This is the function to reduce the power consumption of the set. It’s not available to use this function in LCD TV models. Press the MENU button and then select the OPTION menu. Press the button and then Factory Mode.

  • Page 86: Sound & Language Control

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER AVL automatically keeps on an equal volume level even if you change programmes. Press the MENU button and then select the AUDIO menu. Press the button and then Auto Volume. Press the button and then Off or On.

  • Page 87: Preset Sound Settings-Sound Mode

    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 sound frequency of the equalizer. Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any Special adjustment because the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the programme content.

  • Page 88: Sound Setting Adjustment -User Mode

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT -USER MODE Adjust the sound equalizer. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then the AUDIO menu. Press the button and then Sound Mode Press the button and then Press the button.

  • Page 89: Balance

    BALANCE You can adjust the sound balance of speaker to the levels you prefer. Press the MENU button and then select the AUDIO menu. Press the button and then Balance. Press the button and then desired adjustment. Press the EXIT button to return to normal TV viewing. button to button to select button to make...

  • Page 90: Tv Speakers On/ Off Setup

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL TV SPEAKERS ON/ OFF SETUP You can adjust the internal speaker status. In A A V V 1 1 , , A A V V 2 2 , , A A V V 3 3 , , C C O O M M P P O O N N E E N N T T , , R R G G B B and H H D D M M I I w w i i t t h h H H D D M M I I t t o o D D V V I I c c a a b b l l e e , TV speaker can be outputted even though there is no video signal.

  • Page 91: Selecting Digital Audio Out

    SELECTING DIGITAL AUDIO OUT This function lets you select your preferred Digital Audio Output. The set can output Dolby Digital in a channel only which broadcast Dolby Digital Audio. When it’s applied the Dolby Digital format, if you select Dolby Digital on Digital audio out menu, SPDIF Output will be out- putted Dolby Digital.

  • Page 92: I/Ii

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL I/II Stereo/Dual Reception (In Analogue Mode Only) When a programme is selected, the sound information for the station appears after the programme number and station name disappear. Broadcast Mono Stereo Dual M M o o n n o o s s o o u u n n d d s s e e l l e e c c t t i i o o n n If the stereo signal is weak in stereo reception, you can switch to mono by pressing the I I / / I I I I button twice.

  • Page 93: Nicam Reception (In Analogue Mode Only)

    NICAM Reception (In Analogue Mode Only) If the set is equipped with the receiver for NICAM reception, the high quality NICAM (Near Instantaneous Companding Audio Multiplex) digital sound can be received. Sound output can be selected according to the type of received broadcast as follows by press- ing the I/II button repeatedly.

  • Page 94: On-Screen Menus Language/Country Selection

    SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENU LANGUAGE / COUNTRY SELECTION Installation guide menu appears on TV screen when it is turned on for the first time. Press the button to select your desired language. Press the button and then, O O K K button to select your country.

  • Page 95: Language Selection (In Digital Mode Only)

    LANGUAGE SELECTION (IN DIGITAL MODE ONLY) A A u u d d i i o o function lets you select your preferred language for audio. If the audio data in selected language is not broadcasted, default lan- guage audio will be played. Use S S u u b b t t i i t t l l e e function when two or more subtitle languages are broadcasted.

  • Page 96: Time Setting

    TIME SETTING CLOCK SETUP The clock is set automatically when receiving the digital signal. (You can set the clock manually only if the TV has no DTV sig- nal.) You must set to the time correctly before using on/off time function.

  • Page 97: Auto On/Off Timer Setting

    AUTO ON/OFF TIMER SETTING The Off time function automatically switches the set to standby at the preset time. Two hours after the set is switched on by the On time function it will automatically switch back to standby mode unless a but- ton has been pressed.

  • Page 98: Auto Shut-Off Setting

    TIME SETTING AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING If set to on and there is no input signal, the set turns off auto- matically after 10 minutes. Press the MENU button and then select the TIME menu. Press the button and then Auto Sleep. Press the button and then Off or On.

  • Page 99: Time Zone Setup

    TIME ZONE SETUP When you select a Time Zone city, TV time is set by the time offset information based on Time Zone and GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) information which is received to broadcasting signal when time is set automatically by a digital signal. Press the MENU button and then select the TIME menu.

  • Page 100: Parental Control / Ratings

    PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS SET PASSWORD & LOCK SYSTEM If you first enter the password, press ‘0’ , ‘0’ , ‘0’ , ‘0’ on the remote control handset. Press the MENU button and then select the OPTION menu. Press the button and then Lock System.

  • Page 101: Parental Control

    PARENTAL CONTROL This function operates according to information from the broadcasting station. Therefore if the signal has wrong information, this function dose not operates. Lets you set up blocking schemes to block specific chan- nels and ratings. A password is required to gain access to this menu. This set is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the set off.

  • Page 102: Teletext

    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 some TV stations which gives up-to-the-minute information on news, weather, television programmes, share prices and many other topics.

  • Page 103: Fastext

    FASTEXT The teletext pages are colour coded along the bottom of the screen and are selected by pressing the correspond- ing coloured button. Page selection Press the button to select the index page. You can select the pages which are colour coded along the bottom line with the same coloured buttons. Corresponding to the SIMPLE teletext mode, you can select a page by entering its three digit page number with the NUMBER buttons in FASTEXT mode.

  • Page 104: Digital Teletext

    DIGITAL TELETEXT *This function works in UK only. The set gives you access to a digital teletext which is greatly improved in various aspects such as text, graphics and so on. This digital teletext can be accessed by special digital teletext services and specific services which broadcast digi- tal teletext.

  • Page 105: Appendix

    APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING T T h h e e o o p p e e r r a a t t i i o o n n d d o o e e s s n n o o t t w w o o r r k k n n o o r r m m a a l l l l y y . . Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction.
  • Page 106 Format Hard Disk Drive. Note that all the contents recorded on the HDD will be erased. If this does not fix the problem, contact your nearest LG dealer. Check the Recording Space by pressing the DVR button. If there are no remaining spaces for recording, delete the unnecessary programmes on the Recorded TV List.

  • Page 107: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you can enjoy your new TV. Caution: Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen Here’s a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while.

  • Page 108: Product Specifications

    AC100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.7A AC100-240V~ 50/60Hz 2.0A 1 70W 200W 42PT8 * 42PT85-ZB 1 130.0 x 768.1 x 310.4 mm 1308.0 x 906.1 x 370.0 mm 44.5 x 30.3 x 12.3 inches 51.5 x 35.7 x 14.6 inches 1 130.0 x 715.0 x 85.0 mm 1308.0 x 845.0 x 89.5 mm...

  • Page 109: Programming The Remote Control

    PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL The remote is a multi-brand or a universal remote. It can be programmed to operate most remote-con- trollable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote may not control all models of other brands. Programming a code into a remote mode Test your remote control.
  • Page 110 JENSEN 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 1 14 123 LLOYD 003 009 013 014 017 034 101 106 MAGIN...

  • Page 111: Ir Codes

    IR CODES 1. How to Connect Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the TV. 2. Remote Control IR Codes Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37 .917KHz signal at 455KHz Configuration of frame 1st frame Lead code Low custom code C0 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 C0 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7...
  • Page 112 APPENDIX C C o o d d e e ( ( H H e e x x a a ) ) F F u u n n c c t t i i o o n n PR + + R/C BUTTON PR - - R/C BUTTON...

  • Page 113: 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.
  • Page 114 APPENDIX Set ID Use this function to specify a set ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping’. Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use to select the O O P P T T I I O O N N menu. Press the button and then use select F F a a c c t t o o r r y y M M o o d d e e .

  • Page 115: Communication Parameters

    Communication Parameters Baud rate : 9600 bps ( UART ) Data length : 8 bits Parity : None Command Reference List COMMAND COMMAND 01. Power 02. Input Select 03. Aspect Ratio 04. Screen Mute 05. Volume Mute 06. Volume Control 07 .
  • Page 116 APPENDIX 0 0 1 1 . . P P o o w w e e r r ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d 2 2 : : a a ) ) To control Power On/Off of the set.
  • Page 117 0 0 9 9 . . C C o o l l o o u u r r ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d 2 2 : : i i ) ) To adjust the screen colour.
  • Page 118 APPENDIX 1 1 9 9 . . A A b b n n o o r r m m a a l l S S t t a a t t e e ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d 2 2 : : z z ) ) To recognize an abnormal state.
  • Page 119 2 2 4 4 . . 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 ( ( C C o o m m m m a a n n d d 1 1 : : j j , , C C o o m m m m a a n n d d 2 2 : : u u ) ) To adjust picture position and minimize image shaking automatically.

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