Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty Model Number | Z42P3 / Z50P3 | PLASMA TV ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR Partner LGE U.S.A., Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. © Copyright 2007, LG Electronics USA, Inc. Warning Warning CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical. REGULATORY INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to operate this product. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this device compliance is: Zenith Electronics Corporation 1-201-816-2000 Marked and Distributed in the United States by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 http://www.zenith.com 2 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. Ow ner's Man ual 2. Keep these instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 7. Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 11. Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer. 3 Safety Instructions 12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 15. DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS Main plug is the disconnecting device.The plug must remain readily operable. CAUTION concerning the Power Cord Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. 4 Contents Contents 2 Warning Safety Instructions Accessories Controls Connection Options 10~11 Remote Control Key Functions Introduction 3~4 7 8~9 12 13 14~15 Attaching the TV to a wall Desktop Pedestal Installation Basic Connection Antenna or Cable Connection VCR Setup External AV Source Setup DVD Setup HDSTB Setup AV Out Setup Digital Audio Output PC Setup Turning on the TV Volume Adjustment Channel Selection On Screen Menus Language Selection On Screen Menus Selection and Adjustment EZ Scan (Channel Search) Manual Scan Channel Edit DTV Signal Strength Input Source Input Label Auto Picture Control(EZ Picture) Color Temperature Control DB (Digital Booster) Advanced-Cinema 3:2 Mode / Black Level Video Reset Audio Language Auto Sound Control (EZ Sound) Manual Sound Control (EZ Sound-User option) Balance TV Speakers On/Off Setup Installation External Equipment Connections 16 17~18 18 19~20 21~22 23 23 24~26 27 27 27 27 28 29 29 30 31 31 32 33 33~34 35 36 37 38 39 39~40 41 41 Basic operation Setup Menu Options Operation Video Menu Options Audio Menu Options 5 Contents Time Menu Options Operation 42 42 43 43 44 45 46 47 47 48 Manual Clock Setup Auto Clock Setup On/Off Timer Setup Sleep Timer Auto Off Aspect Ratio Control Caption/Text Caption Option Low Power ISM (Image Sticking Minimization) Method Option Menu Features Lock Menu Options 49~50 Parental Lock Setup 51~56 57~58 External Control Device Setup IR Codes Programming the Remote Programming Codes Troubleshooting Checklist Maintenance Product Specifications Reference 59 60 61~62 63 64 6 Introduction Introduction Accessories Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If any accessory is missing, please contact the dealer from 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. P R TE EN TIM ER VO L SH FLA CK BA TE MU INP C H UT INP TI RA UT TV VD D ER R W VC PO C B-P RG FO IN 1 MI HD ST JU 2 AD MP D CO UN SO 1 EZ MP CO C PI EZ 3 6 EX IT CC M EN U O DE MO TV SA P R TE EN TIM ER VO L SH FLA CK BA TE MU 1 4 2 7 5 8 6 0 9 FAV C H 3 1.5V 1.5V Power Cord 75 Round Cable Owner's Manual Remote Control / Batteries Option Extras 42 inches only 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts 2-bolts (Refer p.14) D-sub 15 pin cable 7 Introduction Controls - This is a simplified representation of front panel. - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your TV. CH CHANNEL (D, Buttons E) VOL OL VOLUME (F,G) Buttons ENTER ENTER Button MENU MENU Button INPUT INPUT Button Remote Control Sensor (Power) Button Power/Standby Indicator · illuminates red in standby mode. · illuminates green when the set is switched on. 8 Introduction Connection Options - This picture shown below may be somewhat different from your TV. AV IN 2 S-VIDEO Input Provides better picture quality than the video input. AUDIO Input Connections are available for listening to stereo sound from an external device. VIDEO Input Connects the video signal from a video device. R /MONO 1 1 10 1 SERVICE 7 COMPONENT IN COMPONENT IN RGB IN VIDEO AUDIO 6 5 VIDEO COMPONENT IN AUDIO 4 ANTENNA/ CABLE IN HDMI IN 2 8 OPTICAL (MONO) AV OUT AV OUT AV IN 1 2 3 ( ) 1(DVI) AV OUT AV IN 1 (CONTROL & SERVICE) S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUT 9 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN Connect a component video/audio device to these jacks. AV OUT Connect a second TV or monitor. AV (Audio/Video) IN 1 Connect audio/video output from an external device to these jacks. S-VIDEO Connect S-Video out from an S-VIDEO device. ANTENNA/CABLE IN Connect over-the air signals to this jack. Connect cable signals to this jack. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Connect digital audio from various types of equipment. Note: In standby mode, these ports do not work. VIDEO 7 RGB IN (PC) Connect the monitor output from a PC to the appropriate input port. Remote Control Port Connect your wired remote control. AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) Connect the monitor output from a PC to the appropriate input port. RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT Connect to the RS-232C port on a PC. 2 8 3 9 4 10 SERVICE 1 1 5 Power Cord Socket For operation with AC power. Caution: Never attempt to operate the TV on DC power. COMPONENT IN AUDIO COMPONENT IN AUDIO 6 HDMI IN Connect a HDMI signal to 1(DVI) or 2. Or DVI (VIDEO)signal to the 1(DVI) port with a DVI to HDMI cable. S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AV OUT AV IN 1 AV OUT AV IN 1 ( ) AUDIO 9 ( ) S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO Introduction Remote Control Key Functions TV INPUT In AV 1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-PC, HDMI1/DVI, and HDMI2 input sources, screen returns to the last TV channel. INPUT External input modes rotate in regular sequence: TV, AV12, Component 1-2, RGB-PC, HDMI1/DVI, and HDMI2. (AV 1-2, Component 1-2, RGB-PC , HDMI1/DVI, and HDMI2 input sources are linked automatically, only if these are connected.) POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed equipment on or off, depending on the mode. RATIO Change the aspect ratio. G p.45 +/Adjust brightness on screen. It turns to the default settings brightness by changing mode source. INPUT TV INPUT RATIO MODE POWER TV DVD VCR COMP1 COMP2 EZ PIC HDMI1 RGB-PC INFO EZ SOUND ADJUST CC EXIT MENU SAP TIMER THUMBSTICK Navigate the on-screen menus and adjust the system set(Up/Down/Left Right) tings to your preference. ENTER Accepts your selection or displays the current mode. VOLUME UP Increase/decrease the sound level. /DOWN MUTE Switch the sound on or off. G p.27 FLASH BACK Tune to the last channel viewed. CHANNEL Select available channels. UP/DOWN NUMBER button Input the channel number. FAV Scroll through the programmed Favorite channels. G p.30 - (DASH) Used to enter a program number for multiple program channels such as 2-1, 2-2,etc. 1 4 7 ENTER FLASH BACK VOL MUTE CH 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 FAV 10 Introduction TV, DVD, VCR COMP1 COMP2 HDMI1 RGB-PC EZ PIC EZ SOUND ADJUST INFO Selects the remote operating mode: TV, VCR, DVD. Select other operating modes, for the remote to operate external devices. Directly, select Component1 input. Directly, select Component2 input. Directly, select HDMI1/DVI input. Directly, select RGB-PC input. Adjust the factory preset picture depend on the viewing environment.(red) Select the appropriate type of sound for type of program.(green) Display information at the top of the screen. (blue) G G p.33 p.39 Adjust the screen position, size, and phase in PC mode.(yellow) G p . 2 6 VCR/DVD Control video cassette recorders or DVD players. control buttons EXIT CC MENU SAP TIMER Cle ...