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OWNER’S MANUAL LED TV* * LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating the your TV and retain it for future reference. 28MN30D www.lg.com...
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS LICENSES REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION PROCEDURE CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Accessing main menus ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING USING THE USER GUIDE Unpacking Parts and buttons Accessing User Guide menu. Lifting and moving the TV - Using the TV menu Setting up the TV - Using the Remote Control - Attaching the Stand Base...
LICENSES LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information of the licenses, visit www.lg.com. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. Attach the stand to the TV. Connect an external device to the TV. NOTE Image shown may differ from your TV. Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual. The available menus and options may differ from the input source or product model that you are using.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and accessories.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Remote control. CD (Owner's Manual). Stand Base. Batteries (AAA). Cards. (See p.29, See p.30) (See p.11) Power Cord. AC-DC Adapter. AC-DC Adapter. ( Depending on the country ) ( Depending on the country ) (See p.13) (See p.13) (See p.13) Isolator (Depending on the country)
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING NOTE y Antenna Isolator Installation Guide - Use this to install TV in a place where there is a voltage difference between TV Set and GND of antenna signal. » If there is a voltage difference between TV Set and GND of antenna signal, the antenna contact might be heated and excessive heat might cause an accident.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons Remote Control Sensor Standby Light Lighting On : When Power is turned off Lighting Off : When Power is turned on SETTINGS INPUT Touch Buttons Touch buttons Description Scrolls through the saved programmes. Adjusts the volume level. Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Connection panel (See p.19)
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When holding the TV, the screen should face away from you to prevent the screen from scratches. When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for save transportation regardless of its type and size.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the TV Image shown may differ from your TV. Attaching the Stand Base Detaching the Stand Base NOTE Stand Base When Detaching the stand from TV, Detach the stand with lifting up the lever in the direction of the arrow.
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CAUTION Do not carry the monitor upside-down as this may cause it to fall off its stand, resulting in damage or injury. The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look different from the actual product.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a wall outlet. Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm...
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Tidying cables Using the Kensington security system Gather and bind the cables with the cable tie. The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the TV. For more information of installation and using, refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit http://www.kensington.com .
If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it. VESA compatible only with respect to screw mounting interface dimensions and mounting...
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If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. Do not over tighten the screws as this may cause damage to the TV and void your warranty.
WATCHING TV WATCHING TV Turning the TV on for the first time When you access the TV for the first time, the initial setting screen appears. Select a language and customize the basic settings. Connect the power cord to a power outlet. Press on the TV or power button on the remote control to turn the TV on.
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WATCHING TV NOTE For those countries without confirmed DTV broadcasting standards, some DTV features might not work, depending on the DTV broadcasting environment. When France is selected for Country, the initial password is not ‘0’ , ‘0’ , ‘0’ , ‘0’ but ‘1’ , ‘2’ , ‘3’ , ‘4’ . Home Use mode.
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device. For more information about an external device’s connection, refer to the manual supplied with each device. Available external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, camcorders or cameras, gaming devices, and other external devices.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD, VCR player or Gaming device Connect a HD receiver, DVD, VCR player or Gaming device to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device. Transmits the digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV.
MAKING CONNECTIONS HDMI to DVI connection Transmits the digital video signal from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI to DVI cable as shown in the following illustration. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Component connection Transmits the analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the component cable as shown on the following illustration. To display images by using progressive scan, make sure to use the component cable. NOTE If cables are installed incorrectly, it could cause the image to display in black and white or with distorted color.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Composite connection Transmits the analogue video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown on the following illustration. NOTE Check to ensure the cable are matched with the corresponding color connection. (Not Provided) DVD / Blu-Ray / HD Cable Box / HD STB / Gaming device...
MAKING CONNECTIONS Euro Scart connection Transmits the video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the Euro Scart cable as shown on the following illustration. To display images by using progressive scan, make sure to use the Euro Scart cable.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a USB Connect a USB storage device such as s USB flash memory, external hard drive, MP3 player or a USB memory card reader to the TV and access the MY MEDIA menu to use various multimedia files. (Not Provided) Connecting to a CI Module View the encrypted (pay) services in digital TV mode.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC Your TV supports the Plug & Play* feature and has the built-in speakers with Virtual Surround that reproduces sound clearly with a rich bass. * Plug & Play: The function when a PC recognizes a connected device that users connect to a PC and turn on, without device configuration or user intervention.
MAKING CONNECTIONS HDMI connection Transmits the digital video and audio signals from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustrations. You should set PC as an input label to connect the PC to the TV with an HDMI connection.
MAKING CONNECTIONS HDMI to DVI connection Transmits the digital video signal from your PC to the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the HDMI to DVI cable as shown the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable. NOTE If you want to use HDMI-PC mode, you must set the input label to DVI mode.
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
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REMOTE CONTROL SETTINGS Accesses the main menus. Teletext buttons These buttons are used for teletext. INFO ⓘ Views the information of the Navigation buttons currently program and the Scrolls through menus or screen. options. Q.MENU Selects menus or options and Accesses the quick menus.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Accessing main menus SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. When you are finished, press EXIT.
USING THE USER GUIDE USING THE USER GUIDE Accessing User Guide menu. Image shown may differ from your TV. User Guide Using the TV menu To use input device To set ODC (Over Driving Circuit) SETTINGS Press to access the main menus. PROGRAMME Setting To use PIP (Picture In Picture) PICTURE, SOUND Setting...
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your TV Clean your TV regularly to keep the best performance and to extend the product lifespan. CAUTION Make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. When the TV is left unattended and unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.
MAINTENANCE Preventing “Image burn” or “Burn-in” on your TV screen If a fixed image displays on the TV screen for a long period of time, it will be imprinted and become a permanent disfigurement on the screen. This is “image burn” or “burn-in” and not covered by the warranty.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING General Problem Resolution y Check the remote control sensor on the product and try again. Cannot control the TV with the remote control. y Check if there is any obstacle between the product and the remote control. y Check if the batteries are still working and properly installed ( y Check if the product is turned on.
On Mode : 29 W (typ.) Off Mode 0.4 W AC/DC Adapter Manufacturer: Lien Chang, Model LCAP16B-E, LCAP25B Manufacturer: LG Innotek, Model PSAB-L205B, PSAB- L204B Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) With Stand Weight 645.3 mm x 182.1 mm x 447.9 mm 5.2 kg...
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SPECIFICATIONS Component supported mode HDMI (PC) supported mode Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) Frequency(kHz) Frequency(Hz) 720 x 480 15.730 59.940 720 x 400 31.468 70.080 720 x 480 15.750 60.000 640 x 480 31.469 59.940 720 x 576 15.625 50.000 640 x 480...
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SPECIFICATIONS NOTE Avoid keeping a fixed image on the set’s screen for prolonged periods of time. The fixed image may become permanently imprinted on the screen. Use a screen saver when possible. There may be interference relating to resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness in PC mode. Change the PC mode to another resolution or change the refresh rate to another rate or adjust the brightness and contrast on the menu until the picture is clear.
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The model and serial number of the TV is LG Electronics will also provide open source located on the back and one side of the code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering TV.