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LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL LCD TV MODELS 19LC2D 22LC2D 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...
Article 820-40 of the National without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized modification could void user's Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the...
SAFETY IN IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS 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 apparatus.
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Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, of the appliance, and have the cord replaced or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with an exact replacement part by an authorized with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use servicer.
CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION ......SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......2 Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control ....36 INTRODUCTION Preset Picture Settings - Picture Mode - Preset ....... Feature of this TV ..........- Color Tone - Preset ........Manual Picture Adjustment - Picture Mode - User Mode ......
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Clock Setting - Auto Clock Setup ........- Manual Clock Setup ......... Auto On/Off Time Setting ......Sleep Time Setting .......... Auto Shut-off Setting ........Set Password & Lock System Movie & TV Rating Troubleshooting ..........Maintenance ........... Product Specifications ........
FEATURE OF THIS TV Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. of a full digital image processor, six different LG's own special digital image generator, consisting main ID0-L'-B_ "Dolby +'and the double-D symbol are trademarks of DIGITAL E N G I N E picture quality factors.
ACCESSORIES Ensure that the following accessories are included with your product. If an accessory is missing, please con- tact the dealer where you purchased the product. User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard compliance for the product.
KENSINGTONSECURITYSYSTEM - The TV is equipped with a Kensington Security System connector on the back panel. Connect Kensington Security System cable as shown below. - For the detailed installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user's guide provided with the Kensington Security System.
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 01_ To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you have finished connecting all equipment. HD RECEIVERSETUP 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...
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT When connecting HDM[ cable 1. How to connect Connect the digital set-top box to HDMI/DVI jack on the set. No separated audio connection is necessary. HDMI supports both audio and video. 2. How to use Turn on the digital set-top box.
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When connecting HDM[ to DVi came 1. How to connect Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN jack on the set. Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the set.
EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP DVD SETUP When connecting Component cable 1. How to connect Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD to the COMPONENT IN VIDEO jacks on the set. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii!_iiiiiiiii!i!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii_i!ii_!!!i!! Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the...
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When connecting with an S-Video cable 1. How to connect Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the S-VIDEO input on the set. Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the AUDIO input jacks on the set. _> 2.
EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP VCR SETUP To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. If the 4:5 picture format is used; the fixed images on the sides of the screen may remain visible on the screen. This phenomenon is common to all manufactures and in consequence the manufactures...
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When connecting with a RCA cable 1. How to connect Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red) 2. How to use 01_ Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR.
EXTERNALEQUIPMENT SETUP HEADPHONE SETUP You can listen to the sound through the headphone. 1. How to connect Plug the headphone into the headphone socket. To adjust the headphone volume_ press the VOL + or - button. If you press the MUTE button_ the sound from the headphone is switched...
PC SETUP This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. When connecting D-sub 15pin cable I. How to connect Connect the RGB output of the PC to the RGB (PC) I N jack on the set. Connect the PC audio output to the AUDIO...
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Screen Setup for PC mode Overview When the RGB input of the set is connected to a PC output, select the RGB-PC as the main input mode. After connecting RGB-PC to PC output and checking the screen qual- ity. When you change the resolution, select the proper resolution in pre- sent input to see the best picture appearance.
HING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. o Analog mode: Selects MTS sound (Mono, Stereo, or a SAP) _ p.50 DTV mode: Changes the audio language. PICTURE Selects the factory preset picture...
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POWER Turns your TV on or off. In AV, Component, RGB-PC, and HDMI input sources, screen returns to the last TV channel. iNPUT External input modes rotate in regular sequence: TV, AV, Component, RGB-PC, and HDMI. (AV, Component, RGB-PC, and HDMI input sources are linked automatically, only if a device is connected.) NUMBER button...
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL TURNING ON TV POWER First, connect power cord correctly. At this moment, the TV switches to standby mode. 01_ In standby mode to turn TV on, press the _/I , INPUT, CH (& or V) button on the TV or press the POWER, INPUT, TV, CH (+ or -), Number (0~9)
ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTION Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what is shown in this manual. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the each menu. Press the • button and then use • •...
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL CHANNELSEARCH Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. Run Auto Tuning again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. A password is required to gain access to Auto Tuning menu if the Lock System is turned...
Add/Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) A password is required to gain access to Manual Tuning menu if the Lock System is turned If selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quality of the signal being received.
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL k.;;.i ..Channel Editing There are two different ways in order to add or delete scanned channels. One is "Custom List" and the other "Favorite List" in the channel list. Both of them are available after Auto Tuning on the SETUP menu.
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.
PICTURE CONT PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROL This feature allows an analog picture with a 4:5 aspect ratio is displayed on your TV. When you receive an analog picture with a 4:5 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV, you need to specify how the picture is to be displayed.
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Zoom Set by program Selects the proper picture proportion to match Choose Zoom when you want to view the pic- the source's image. ture without any alteration. However, the top and bottom portions of the picture will be (4:3"* 4:3) cropped.
PICTURECONTROL PRESETPICTURE SETTINGS Picture Mode - Preset Picture Mode adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. Select the preset value in the Picture Mode menu based on the program category. Dynamic Standard, Mild Settings are preset for the optimum picture quality at the factory...
Color Tone - Preset Choose one of three automatic color adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set to cool to see less intense colors with more blue. When selecting Picture Mode options (Dynamic, Standard and Mild), Color Temperature...
Color Tone - User Mode You can also adjust the detailed settings (Red, Green, Blue) by selecting the Color Temperature-User menu. This feature operate only if the picture mode set User. "O Press the MENU button and then use • or •...
PICTURECONTROL XD - PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGY XD is LG's unique picture improving technology to display a real HD source through an advanced digital signal pro- cessing algorithm. When selecting Picture Mode options (Dynamic, Standard, and Mild), XD is automatically changed to Auto.
LEVEL ADVANCED- BLACK (DARKNESS) Adjusting contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen. This feature operates only in AV or HDMI mode. "0 Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the PICTURE menu.
LOW - POWER PICTURE MODE Low power reduces the display power consumption. "O Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the OPTION menu. Press the • button and then use • or • button select Low Power.
CONTROL PRESETSOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE) Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any special S/x: l" / 8_; SOUND adjustment because the TV sets the appropriate sound options based on the program content. Standard, Music, Movie, and Sports are preset for good sound quality...
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USERMODE Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the AUDIO menu. Press the • button and then use • or •...
BALANCE Adjust the left/right sound of speaker to suit your taste and room situations. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the AUDIO menu. Press the • button and then use • or • button to select Balance.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL STEREO/SAP BROADCASTS SETUP This receive stereo programs (Secondary Audio Program) that accompanies the stereo program if the station transmits an additional sound signal as well as the original one and when you select Stereo or SAP on the remote control.
AUDIO LANGUAGE Other languages may be available if a digital signal provided by the broadcasting station. This feature operates only in DTV/CADTV mode. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the OPTION menu. Press the • button and then use •...
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTION The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. First select your language. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the OPTION menu. Press the •...
CAPTION MODE Caption must be provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. £ Use the CC button to select Caption On or Off. When selecting Off, Sub-menus for Analog, DTV, and Digital Option become disabled. Press the EXIT button to save and return to TV viewing.
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL Analog Broadcasting System Captions Select a caption mode for displaying captioning information if provided on a program. Analog caption displays informa- tion at any position on the screen and is usually the pro- gram's dialog. Caption/Text, if provided by the broadcaster,...
Digital Broadcasting System Captions Choose the language you want the DTV/CADTV Captions to appear in. Other Languages can be chosen for digital sources only if they are included on the program. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set Press the MENU button and then use •...
SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL Caption Option Customize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen. This function in only available when Caption Mode is set Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the OPTION menu.
TiME SETTING CLOCK SETTING Auto Clock Setup The time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. digital channel signal includes information current time provided by the broadcasting station. Set the clock manually if the current time is set incorrectly by the auto clock function.
TIME SETTING Manual Clock Setup If the current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the TIME menu. Press the • button and then use • or •...
AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTING This function operates only if the current time has been set. The Off Time function overrides the On Time function they are both set to the same time. The TV must be in standby mode for the On Time to work.
TiME SETTING SLEEP TIME SETTING The Sleep Time turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. Press the TIMER button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. First the Off option appears on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer options : 10, 20, 50, 60, 90,...
AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTING If set to on and there is no input signal, the TV turns off automatically after 10 minutes. Press the MENU button and then use • or • button to select the TIME menu. Press the • button and then use •...
PARENTALC k / RATINGS Parental Control can be used to block specific ratings. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by choosing the type of the program and the categories.
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Set Password Change the password by inputting a new password twice. For USA For Canada After inputting the password, use the • or • button to choose Set password. Press the • button and then choose any 4 digits for your new password.
PARENTALCONTROL/RATINGS MOVIE& TV RATING Movie Rating (MPAA) ° for USAonly Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limits specified, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level.
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TV Rating Children - for USA only Prevents children from watching certain children's TV pro- grams, according to the ratings limit set. The children rating does not apply to other TV programs. Unless you block cer- tain TV programs intended for mature audiences in the TV...
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PARENTALCONTROL/RATINGS TV Rating English - for CANADA only Selecting canadian english language rating system. After inputting the password, use the • or • button to choose TV Rating-English. Press the • button and then use the • or • button to select E, C, C8+, G, PG, 1 4+, 1 8+, or Blocking Off.
APPENDIX TROUBLESHOOTING I,I,I Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. i,i,i Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity (+ to +, - to -).
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Press the VOL or VOLUME button. mini Sound muted? Press MUTE button. mini Try another channel. The problem may be with the broadcast. mini Are the audio cables installed properly? mmff Adjust Balance in menu option. mini Adjust resolution, horizontal frequency, or vertical frequency.
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 offyour screen for a while.
PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS 01_ T he specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement. 18.0 x 15.6 x 9.1 inches 20.7 x 1Z3 x 9.1 inches 456.8 x 395.0 x 230.0 mm 525.4 x 439.0 x 230.0 18.0 x 14.5 x 2.8 inches 20.7 x 16.3 x 2.7 inches 456.8 x 368.5 x 70.5 mm...
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APPENDIX EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS_232C (FOR 19/22LC2D) The RS-232C port allows you connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) to control the TV's functions externally. Note: RS-232C on this unit is intended to be used with third party RS-232 control...
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RS-232C Configurations Either cable below can be used. D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 D-Sub 9 Communication Parameters 01_ Baud rate: 9600 bps (UART) Stop bit: 1 bit Communication code: ASCII code 01_ Data length: 8 bits 011_ Parity: None Use a crossed (reverse) cable.
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Command Reference List 01_ Power 0 - 1 14. Treble 0 - 64 15. Bass 02. Input Select 0 - 64 03. I p.4) 16. Balance 04 Aspect Ratio (b> p.4) 1Z Color Temperature 0 - 28 06 Volume Mute 0 ~ 28 0 ~ 1 19.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232C Power (Command: k a) Volume Mute (Command: k e) To control Power On/Off of the TV. To control volume mute on/off. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] You can also adjust mute using the MUTE button on remote control.
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12. Sharpness (Command: k k) 1 8. Red Adjustment (Command: k v) To adjust screen sharpness. To adjust red in color temperature You can also adjust sharpness in the Picture menu. Transmission [k] [v] [] [Set ID] [] [Data] [Cr] Data Min: 0 _ Max: 28 Transmission [k] [k] [ ] [Set ID] [ ] [Data] [Cr] *Refer to 'Real data mapping 2' as shown below.
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23. Channel Add/Del (Command: m b) the ATSC tuner automatically maps the channel to the To add and delete the channels. Major number, the Physical number is not required when sending a command. Transmission [m] [b] [ ] [Set ID] [] [Data] [Cr] Data 0: Physical Channel Number Data 0: Channel Delete Data 1: Channel Add...
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Data 5: The table above lists the binary code which must be converted to Hexadecimal before sending. For example: The binary code to tune the sub source to an NTSC cable channel is "1000 0001 ", which translates to "81" in Hex.