PLASMA TV OWNER'S MANUAL MODELS: DU-50PX10/10C DU-42PX12X/12XC Please read this manual carefully and completely before operating your TV. Retain this manual for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the TV in the spaces provided below. See the label attached on the back cover and relate this information to your dealer if you require service. Model Number : Serial Number : LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. Warning/Caution Warning/Caution WARNING/CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING/CAUTION: 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. WARNING/CAUTION: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. FCC NOTICE · A Class B digital device 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. Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to operate this product. COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product's compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 1-800-243-0000 http://www.lgusa.com WARNING/CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 2 Plasma TV Safety Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. This information shall be given in a language acceptable to the country where the apparatus is intended to be used. The important safety instructions shall be entitled "Important Safety Instructions". The following safety instructions shall be included where applicable, and, when used, shall be verbatim as follows. Additional safety information may be included by adding statements after the end of the following safety instruction list. At the manufacturer's option, a picture or drawing that illustrates the intent of a specific safety instruction may be placed immediately adjacent to that safety instruction : 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat. 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 are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 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. 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. Use only with the 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. PORTABLE CART WARNING Owner's Manual 3 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions continued 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 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 exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15. 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. 16. Outdoor Use Marking : WARNING - To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Appliance To Rain Or Moisture. 17. Wet Location Marking : Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 4 Plasma TV Contents Contents Warning/Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4 Introduction Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Connection Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Remote Control Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Installation Installation Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10~11 External Equipment Connections . . . . . . . . . .12~16 Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 VCR Setup / Cable TV Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 External A/V Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Monitor Out Setup / DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . .14 HDSTB Setup / Digital Audio Output . . . . . . . . .15 PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Operation Screen Setup for PC mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Turning the TV On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 On-screen Menus Language Selection . . . . . . . . .18 Setup Menu Options EZ Scan (Channel Search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Channel Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 DTV Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Channel Label Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Main Picture Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Video Menu Options EZ Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Manual Picture Control (Off Option) . . . . . . . . .21 Color Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Video Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Audio Menu Options Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 EZ SoundRite / EZ Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Manual Sound Control (Off Option) . . . . . . . . . .23 Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 TV Speakers On/Off Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 BBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Time Menu Options Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 On/Off Timer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Sleep Timer / Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Option Menu Features Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Caption / Caption Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Caption Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Cinema Mode Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 ISM Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Low power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Split Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Lock Menu Options Parental Lock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 PIP (Picture-in-Picture)/POP/Twin Picture Watching PIP/POP/Twin Picture . . . . . . . . . . . ..33 Selecting an Input Signal Source for PIP/Twin Picture . .33 Swapping the PIP/Twin Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 TV Program Selection for PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Moving the PIP sub picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Adjusting Main and Sub Picture Sizes for Twin Picture . .34 POP (Picture-out-of-Picture: Channel Scan) . . .34 External Control Device Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35~39 IR Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40~41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Programming the Remote Programming Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43~44 Troubleshooting Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47~48 Setup and Operation Checklist Setup and Operation Checklist (See pages 11~16 for available connection and operational setup options.) 1. Unpack TV and all accessories. 2. Connect all external video and audio equipment. see pages 14 ~ 16. 3 Install batteries in remote control. See page 9. 4. Turn TV on. See page 18. 5. Turn video source equipment on. 6. Select viewing source for TV. See page 20. 7. Fine-tune source image and sound to your personal preference or as required by source. See pages 21 ~ 24. 8. Additional features set up See Contents above. After reading this manual, keep it handy for future reference. Owner's Manual 5 Introduction Introduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology and the best way to achieve flat panel displays with excellent image quality and large screen sizes that are easily viewable. The PDP can be thought of as a descendant of the neon lamp and it can be also be viewed as a series of fluorescent lamps. How does it work? PDP is an array of cells, known as pixels, which are comprised of 3 sub pixels, corresponding to the colors red, green, and blue. Gas in a plasma state is used to react with phosphors in each sub-pixel to produce colored light (red, green, or blue). These phosphors are the same types used in Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) devices such as televisions and common computer monitors. You get the rich, dynamic colors that you expect. Each sub-pixel is individually controlled by advanced electronics to produce over 16 million different colors. All of this means that you get perfect images that are easily viewable in a display that is less than 5 inches thick. 160° - Wide angle range of vision Your flat panel plasma screen offers an exceptionally broad viewing angle -- over 160 degrees. This means that the display is clear and visible to v ...