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PLASMA TV
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODELS:
42PX3DBV/42PX3DLV
42PX3DBV-UC/ 42PX3DLV-UC
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.
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Warning/Caution 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 suffi- cient magnitude to constitu
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Safety Instructions 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 appara- tus. This information shall be given in a language acceptable to the country where the apparatus is intended to be used. The important safety instructions s
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Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 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 co
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Contents Contents Contents Warning/Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Manual Sound Control (Off Option) . . . . . . . . . .24 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4 Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Introduction TV Speakers On/Off Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction 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
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Introduction Controls Controls - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Image shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls TV/VIDEO MENU ENTER VOL CH CHANNEL (EE , DD ) Buttons VOLUME (FF , GG ) Buttons Remote Control Sensor ENTER Button MENU Button TV/VIDEO Button POWER Button Power Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode, Illuminates green when the TV is turned on. Owner’s Manual 7
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Introduction Connection Options Connection Options Back Connection Panel Back Connection Panel S-VIDEO Input A/V 2 A connection available to provide better picture quality than the video input. VIDEO Input Connects the video signal from a video device. AUDIO Input Use to connect to hear stereo sound from an external device. S-Video Input DVI Input/Audio Input/RGB DVD/DTV Input (Component Connect S-Video out from an Input 1-2) S-VIDEO device to the S- Connect the monitor output con- Connect a co
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EXIT SAP Installation Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. COMP/RGB/DVI Selects: Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or RGB-PC), DVI-DTV (or DVI-PC) input COMP/RGB/DVI TV/VIDEO sources. TV/VIDEO External input modes rotate in regular sequence: (CA)DTV, TV, Video 1-2, MODE Component 1-2, RGB-DTV(or RGB-PC), MODE DVI-DTV(or DVI-PC) input sources. Selects the remote operating mode: TV, (Video1-2, Component 1-2
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EXIT SAP Installation Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions POWER Turns your TV or any other programmed COMP/RGB/DVI TV/VIDEO equipment on or off, depending on mode. VCR/DVD BUTTONS • Control some video cassette recorders or DVD players. ("RECORD" button is not MODE available for DVD players.) INFO When you watch the TV, information dis- plays on top of the screen. Not available in Component 1-2 and RGB mode. INFO THUMBSTICK (Up/Down/Left/Right/ENTER) Allows you to navigate
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EXIT SAP Installation Installation Installation Ensure that the following accessories are included with your plasma display. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. 1.5V Batteries Owner’s Manual Power Cord 75Ω Round Cable COMP/RGB/DVI TV/VIDEO MODE INFO FLASHBK 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts D-sub 15 pin Cable(RGB) Remote Control Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Joining the Joining the TV assembly to the wall to protect the set tumbl
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Installation Installation Instructions Installation Instructions • 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. GROUNDING Power Supply 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. Do not try to ground the Short-circuit unit by connecting it to telephone wires, lightening ro
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Installation External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections Antenna Connection Antenna Connection Analog and Digital TV signals provided on one antenna - Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connections - For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket) Wall Antenna Socket Copper Wire 1 (MONO) Antenna Analog/DTV R L VIDEO S-VIDEO AC INPUT AUDIO RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) VHF Antenna Turn clo
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Installation NOTE: All cables shown are not included with the TV VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV - Use the ISM Method (on the Option menu) feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time. 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. Connection Option 1 Set VCR output swi
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Installation External A/V Source Setup External A/V Source Setup How to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equip- ment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure. COMPONENT 2 DVD When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the /DTV INPUT A/V COMPONENT 1 Antenna INPUT 1 (MONO) Analog/DTV NPUT RL R L VIDEO S-VIDEO jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio TV INPUT) AC INPUT VIDEO INPUT AUDIO INPUT AUDIO Right = red). How to
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Installation HDSTB Setup HDSTB Setup - 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 digital external device, refer to the figure as shown below. - This TV supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) protocol for DTV (480p,720p,1080i) mode. DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) COMPONENT 2 DVD /DTV INPUT A/V COMPONENT 1 INPUT 1 (MONO) Antenna Analog/DTV RS-232C INP
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Installation PC Setup PC Setup - This TV provides Plug and Play capability, meaning that the PC adjusts automatically to the TV's settings. The TV sends config- uration information (EDID) to the PC using the Video Electronics Standard Association (VESA) Display Data Channel (DDC) protocol. - The TV perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card. card, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly. How to connect 1. To get the best picture quality, adjust the
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Operation Operation Operation Screen Setup for PC mode Screen Setup for PC mode - Be sure to select the RGB-PC/RGB-DTV source before operation. (For RGB-DTV input source, Position and Reset are available.) - In DVI-PC and DVI-DTV input source, settings are not adjustable. - You can manually adjust picture position and minimize image shaking for the PC input source. Adjustment for screen Position, Clock, and Phase Adjustment for screen Position, Clock, and Phase 1. Press the ADJUST button and t
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Operation Turning the TV On Turning the TV On Turning on the TV just after installation 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Press the button on the TV. At this moment, the TV is switched to standby mode. Press the POWER button on the remote control and then the TV will switch on. Turning on the TV (power cord is still connected) 1. If the TV was turned off with the button on the TV • Press the button on the TV to turn the TV on. 2. If the TV was turned off with the remote control and
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Operation Setup Menu Options Setup Menu Options EZ Scan (Channel Search) EZ Scan (Channel Search) - Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on the channel list. - Run EZ Scan again after any Antenna/Cable connection changes. 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the SETUP menu. DD / EE 2. Press the GG button and then use button to select EZ Scan. DD / EE 3. Press the GG button and then use button to select antenna i
