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LCD TV PLASMA TV OWNER’S MANUAL LCD TV MODELS PLASMA TV MODELS 26LC4R * 26LC7R* 42PC5R * 32LC4R * 32LC7R* 42PC5RV * 37LC4R * 37LC7R* 42PC7R * 42LC4R * 42LC7R* 50PC5R * 32LB9R * 42LB9R * Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference.
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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 product. Owner's Manual Owner’s Manual Batteries Remote Control Power Cord Slightly wipe stained spot on the exterior only with the cleans- ing cloths for the product exterior if there is stain or fingerprint on surface of the exterior.
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) ......46 Back Panel Information ..........6 Picture Size (Aspect Ratio)Control......48 Stand Installation............
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TIME SETTING Clock Setup..............69 Auto On/Off Timer Setting ........70 Sleep Timer Setting............71 Auto Shut-off Setting...........72 APPENDIX Troubleshooting............73 Maintenance .............75 Product Specifications ..........76 Programming the Remote Control ..... 78...
PREPARATION FRONT PANEL CONTROLS This is a simplified representation of the front panel. Here 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.
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LCD TV Models 26/32/37/42LC4R* 26/32/37/42LC7R* PROGRAMME Buttons VOLUME Buttons OK Button MENU Button MENU INPUT Button INPUT POWER Button Power/Standby Indicator Remote Control Sensor • illuminates red in standby mode. • illuminates green when the set is switched on. 32/42LB9R* PROGRAMME Buttons VOLUME Buttons OK Button...
PREPARATION BACK PANEL INFORMATION This is a simplified representation of the back panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Plasma TV Models 42/50PC5R* S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-Video Input AV IN 3 Connect S-Video out from an S-VIDEO device. Audio/Video Input Connect audio/video output from an external device to...
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LCD TV Models S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-Video Input Connect S-Video out from an S-VIDEO S-VIDEO device. Audio/Video Input S-VIDEO Connect audio/video output from an external device to these jacks. AV IN 2 V IN 2 AV IN 2 AV IN 3 AV 1 AV 2 HDMI/DVI IN...
PREPARATION STAND INSTALLATION (Only 26, 32,37 inch LCD TV models) 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.
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.
PREPARATION BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT Plasma TV models These models have two cable arrangement methods according to the stand type. Stand type 1 Arrange the cables as shown picture. Stand type 2 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. CABLE MANAGEMENT Connect the cables as necessary.
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LCD TV models Connect the cables as necessary. To connect an additional equip- ment, 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.
PREPARATION 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 Short-circuit Breaker GROUNDING Ensure that you connect the earth ground 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 proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4" on each side and from the wall. Detailed installation instruc- tions are available from your dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches...
PREPARATION To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. ANTENNA CONNECTION S-VIDEO For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction. An antenna cable and converter are not supplied. AV IN 3 S-VIDEO AV IN 2 AV IN 3...
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 LCD TV models. HD RECEIVER SETUP When connecting with a component cable Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) of the digital set top box to the 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...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP COMPONENT IN When connecting with a HDMI cable HDMI/DVI IN HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN HDMI IN HDMI DVI IN HDMI IN 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 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.
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When connecting with a HDMI to DVI cable HDMI DVI IN HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN RGB IN AV IN 1 AV IN 1 AV OUT AV OUT AUDIO RGB(PC) (RGB/DVI) AUDIO RGB(PC) (RGB/DVI) Connect the DVI 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 jack on the set. Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the A A U U D D I I O O ( ( R R G G B B / / D D V V I I ) ) jack on the set.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVD SETUP When connecting with a component cable Connect the video outputs ( Y, P ) 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 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.
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AV IN 2 When connecting with a RCA cable 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 = white, and Audio Right = red) S-VIDEO ANT IN...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP COMPONENT IN When connecting HDMI cable Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the HDMI DVI IN HDMI/DVI IN HDMI/DVI IN HDMI IN HDMI IN HDMI IN 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 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.
VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. Typically a frozen still picture from a VCR. If the 4:3 picture format is used; the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen. When connecting with an antenna ANT OUT S-VIDEO...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP AV IN 2 When connecting with a RCA cable S-VIDEO VIDEO ANT IN OUTPUT ANT OUT SWITCH AV IN 1 AV IN 1 AV IN 1 AV OUT AV OUT HDMI DVI IN HDMI IN AUDIO RGB(PC) (RGB/DVI) 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.
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When connecting with an S-Video cable VIDEO S-VIDEO ANT IN 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;...
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUP Camcorder Video Game Set VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO AV IN 2 V IN 2 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 colors. ( Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red ) Select AV2 input source with using the I I N N P P U U T T button on the remote control.
HDMI DVI IN HDMI IN EXTERNAL STEREO Use to connected either an external amplifier, or add a sub- woofer to your surround sound system. VARIABLE ARIABLE AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT Connect the input jack of the stereo amplifier to the V V A A R R I I A A B B L L E E A A U U D D I I O O O O U U T T jacks on the set.
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 AV IN 1 AV IN 1 AV OUT AV OUT HDMI DVI IN HDMI IN RGB IN...
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NOTE To enjoy vivid picture and sound,connect a PC to The synchronization input waveform for the set. Horizontal and Vertical frequencies are separate. Avoid keeping a fixed image on the set ’s screen We recommend using 1366x768, 60Hz (LCD TV for a long period of time.The fixed image may models) / 852x480, 60Hz (42 inch WVGA become permanently imprinted on the...
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 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 adjustment. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT...
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Adjustment for screen Phase, Clock, Position If the picture isn’t clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT 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 (480p/576p/720p/1080i/1080p(except VGA Models)).
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Selecting Wide VGA/XGA mode To see a normal picture, match the resolution of RGB mode and LIST Q.VIEW MENU selection of VGA/XGA mode. EXIT This function works in the following mode: RGB[PC] mode. MUTE Picture Picture Mode Colour Temperature Advanced Press the M M E E N N U U button and then use...
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Initializing (Reset to original factory settings) LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT This function operates in current mode. To initialize the adjusted value MUTE 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. POWER Switches the set on from standby or off to standby. INPUT MODE POWER INPUT TV INPUT Returns to the TV viewing from any mode.
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MODE Selects the remote operating modes. INPUT MODE POWER INPUT SIMPLINK See a list of AV devices connected to TV. When you toggle this button, the Simplink menu appears RATIO at the screen.( p p . . 4 4 4 4 SLEEP SIMPLINK I/II...
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL TURNING ON THE TV If your TV will be turned on, you will be able to use its features. First, connect power cord correctly. INPUT MODE At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. POWER INPUT In standby mode to turn TV on, press the...
ON SCREEN MENUS SELECTION AND ADJUSTMENT Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is 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.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL AUTO PROGRAMME TUNING Up to 200 TV stations can be stored by programme numbers (0 to 199). Once you have preset the stations, you will be able to use the PR LIST Q.VIEW MENU +/- or NUMBER buttons to scan the stations you have programmed. EXIT Stations can be tuned using automatic or manual modes.
MANUAL PROGRAMME TUNING Manual programme lets you manually tune and arrange the sta- tions in whatever order you desire. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the menu.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL FINE TUNING Normally fine tuning is only necessary if reception is poor. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Setup menu. MUTE Press the button and then...
ASSIGNING A STATION NAME You can assign a station name with five characters to each programme number. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Setup menu. MUTE Press the button and then...
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL PROGRAMME EDIT This function enables you to delete or skip the stored pro- grammes. Also you can move some stations to other programme numbers or copy a blank station data into the selected pro- gramme number. LIST Q.VIEW MENU...
FAVOURITE PROGRAMME This function lets you select your favourite programmes directly. Repeatedly press the FAV button to select stored favourite pro- grammes. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Setup menu.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL CALLING THE PROGRAMME TABLE You can check the programmes stored in the memory by displaying the programme table. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT 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 Press the L L I I S S T T button to display the Programme table menu.
KEY LOCK The TV can be set so that the remote control is needed to con- trol it. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT This set is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the set off.
WATCHING TV / PROGRAMME CONTROL This operates only for the devices with the SIMPLINK logo. RATIO Please check the SIMPLINK logo. SIMPLINK SLEEP TEXT I/II This allows you to control and play other AV devices connected to the display through HDMI cable without additional cables LIST Q.VIEW MENU...
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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. INPUT MODE One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. POWER INPUT PIP function is available in the Component, RGB, HDMI mode. (But, it can’t adjust RATIO 480i/576i resolution of Component mode.) SIMPLINK...
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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 CONTROL PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO)CONTROL You can watch the screen in various picture formats; , O O r r i i g g i i n n a a l l , 4 4 : : 3 3 , S S p p e e c c t t a a c c l l e e INPUT MODE...
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• 1 1 4 4 : : 9 9 • Z Z o o o o m m 2 2 You can enjoy the picture format of 14:9 or general TV Choose Zoom2 when you want the picture to programme through the 14:9 mode. The screen 14:9 is be altered, both horizontally extended and viewed just like that the screen 4:3 is magnified to the vertically cropped.
PICTURE CONTROL 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 con- ditions.
Auto Colour Tone Control(Warm/Medium/Cool) To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the Cool option. LIST Q.VIEW MENU Choose one of three automatic colour adjustments. Set to EXIT warm to enhance hotter colours such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colours with more blue.
PICTURE CONTROL 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 LIST Q.VIEW...
Colour Tone - User option To adjust red, green, blue to any colour temperature you prefer. LIST Q.VIEW MENU It’s available to use this function in “User1/2” of Picture mode EXIT only. MUTE Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Picture Picture Mode...
PICTURE CONTROL - 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. LIST Q.VIEW...
DEMO Use it to see the difference between XD Demo on and XD Demo off. LIST Q.VIEW MENU It’s not available to use this function in RGB[PC] mode. EXIT MUTE Picture Press the MENU button and then button to select Picture Mode Colour Temperature the Picture menu.
PICTURE CONTROL ADVANCED - CINEMA Set up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT This feature operates only in Analog TV, AV, S-video and Component 480i/576i mode. MUTE Picture Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Picture Mode Colour Temperature...
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. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT This function works in the following mode: AV (NTSC-M), S- Video (NTSC-M) or HDMI.
PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE RESET Returns to the default settings Picture Mode, Colour Temperature, XD, Advanced, Aspect Ratio at the factory. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT MUTE Picture Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Picture Mode Colour Temperature the Picture menu.
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.
PICTURE CONTROL LOW-POWER PICTURE MODE This is the function to reduce the power consumption of the set. Option Language SIMPLINK It’s not available to use this function in LCD models. Key Lock ISM Method Low Power Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select the Option menu.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL AUTO VOLUME LEVELER Auto Volume automatically keeps on an equal volume level even if you change programmes. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT MUTE 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 sound frequency of the equalizer. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT 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.
SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT -USER MODE Adjust the sound equalizer. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select MUTE 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 speaker to the levels you prefer. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT MUTE 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. In AV, COMPONENT, RGB[PC] and HDMI mode, internal speak- LIST Q.VIEW MENU er audio can be outputted even though there is no video signal. EXIT If you want to use your external hi-fi stereo system, turn off the internal speakers of the set.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL I/II Stereo/Dual Reception INPUT MODE POWER INPUT RATIO When a programme is selected, the sound information for the station appears after SIMPLINK SLEEP I/II the programme number and station name disappear. PIP PR- PIP PR+ PIP INPUT Broadcast On Screen Display Mono...
NICAM Reception 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.
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 time func- tion. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT If current time setting is erased by a power failure or the set is unplugged, reset the clock. MUTE 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 automatically switches the set to standby at the preset time. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT Two hours after the set 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 don’t have to remember to switch the set off before you go RATIO to sleep. The sleep timer automatically switches the set to SIMPLINK SLEEP I/II PIP PR- PIP PR+ PIP INPUT standby after the preset time has elapsed. LIST Q.VIEW MENU...
TIME SETTING AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING If set to on and there is no input signal, the TV turns off auto- matically after 10 minutes. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT MUTE Time Clock Press the M M E E N N U U button and then button to select Off Time the Time menu.
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.
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APPENDIX T T h h e e a a u u d d i i o o f f u u n n c c 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 . . Press the V V O O L L + + / / - - ( ( o o r r V V o o l l u u m m e e ) ) button.
MAINTENANCE Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV. 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.
APPENDIX PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 26LC4R * 32LC4R * 37LC4R * 42LC4R * MODELS 26LC4R-TA 32LC4R-TA 37LC4R-TA 42LC4R-TA 676.4 x 529.2x 221.0 mm 806.4 x 606.1x 249.0 mm 926.6 x 697 .6x 280.4mm 1032.7 x 750.0 x 287 .6 mm Dimensions with stand 26.6 x 20.8 x 8.7 inches 31.8 x 23.9 x 9.8 inches 36.5x 27 .5 x 1 1.0 inches...
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 42PC5RV * 42PC5R * 50PC5R * 42PC7R * 42PC5R-TB/42PC5R-TD MODELS 42PC5RV-TB/42PC5RV-TD 50PC5R-TB/50PC5R-TD 42PC7RV-TA 42PC5R1-TB/42PC5R1-TD 42PC5RVH-TB/42PC5RVH-TD 50PC5R1-TB/50PC5R1-TD 42PC7RVH-TA 42PC5RH-TB/42PC5RH-TD 50PC5RH-TB/50PC5RH-TD 1 048.0 x 766.0 x 31 0.0 mm 1 048.0 x 766.0 x 3 1 0.0 mm 1 21 6.0 x 701.0 x 286.5 mm 1 242.0 x 887 .6 x 370.0mm Dimensions with stand...
APPENDIX 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.