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PLASMA TV
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL: 42PX3DCV
42PX3DCV-UC
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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 Front Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4 TV Speakers On/Off Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 BBE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Introduction Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 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. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls TV/VIDEO MENU ENTER VOL CH CHANNEL (E, D) Buttons VOLUME (F,G) 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 FRONT A/V INPUT A connection available to provide bet- ter 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. DVD/DTV Input Remote Control Port HDMI/DVI (Component 1-2) Connect your wired connect a Connect a component remote control here. DVI(Video) video/audio device to
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EXIT DAY + TIMER Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. TV INPUT • Rotates the input mode between Antenna and Cable. • Video, Front Video, Component 1-2, RGB- TV INPUT TV/VIDEO TV/VIDEO DTV (or RGB-PC) and HDMI/DVI input External input modes rotate in regular sources, screen returns to the last TV. sequence: Antenna, Cable, Video, Front MODE Video, Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or MODE RGB
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EXIT DAY + TIMER Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions POWER VCR/DVD BUTTONS Turns your TV or any other programmed • Control some video cassette recorders TV INPUT TV/VIDEO equipment on or off, depending on mode. or DVD players. ("RECORD" button is not available for DVD players.) MODE GUIDE Shows program schedule. DAY+/DAY- Moves the Listings Grid forward or back- GUIDE ward in 24 hour increments. THUMBSTICK (Up/Down/Left/Right/ENTER) Allows you to navigate the o
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EXIT DAY + TIMER Installation Installation Installation Accessories Accessories 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 Owner’s Manual 75Ω Round Cable Batteries Power Cord TV INPUT TV/VIDEO MODE GUIDE FLASHBK 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts D-sub 15 pin Cable (RGB) Remote Control Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Joining the TV assembly to the wall to pro
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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 rod
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Installation External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections Antenna or Cable Connection Antenna or Cable Connection 1. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on antenna - Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna 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 CABLE ANTENNA AC INPUT Bronze Wire RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) VHF Antenna Turn clockwise
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Installation 3. Analog and Digital TV signals provided on cable and antenna Antenna Bronze Wire RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Turn clockwise to tighten. Cable TV Wall Jack CABLE ANTENNA RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) AC INPUT Bronze Wire • To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, please purchase a signal amplifier and install properly. ANTENNA • If the antenna needs to be split for two TV’s, install a “2- Way Signal Splitter” in the connections. • If the antenna is not installed properly, c
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Installation External A/V Source Setup External A/V Source Setup How to connect RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) Connect the audio and video cables from the external equip- S R C E O VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO V M N OUTPUT I O T D T R AC INPUT E E O ment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the L R L R O L HDMI 2 COMPONENT INPUT 2 MONITOR OUTPUT COMPONENT2 DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL) DVD figure. INPUT CABLE ANTENNA /DTV INPUT AUDIO HDMI /DVI RGB INPUT INPUT (MONO) When connecting th
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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 Digital Contents (480p,720p,1080i). RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT L L R R COMPONENT INPUT 2 MONITOR OUTPUT CO
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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 perceives 640x480, 60Hz as DTV 480p based on the PC graphic card, change the screen scanning rate for the graphic card accordingly. How to connect 1. Connect the PC to HDMI/DVI port of this TV with an HDMI-to-DVI cable(not supplied with this product). 2. If the PC(or the sound card of the PC) has a fiber optic digital aud
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Installation Monitor Display Specifications (HDMI/DVI Mode) Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 48.363 60.00 31.469 59.94 640x480 56.476 70.06 37.861 72.80 1024x768 60.023 75.02 37.500 75.00 35.156 56.25 37.879 60.31 800x600 48.077 72.18 46.875 75.00 Monitor Out Setup Monitor Out Setup The TV has a special signal output capability which allows you to hook up a second TV or monitor. VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO AC IN
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Installation HDMI HDMI TM - HDMI , the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing." - This TV can receive the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) or the Digital Visual Interface (DVI). - This TV supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection) Protocol for 720x480p, 1280x720p, and 1920x1080i resolu- tion. - When you connect this TV with a source device (DVD player, Set Top Box or PC) supporting Auto HDMI/DVI funct
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Installation Reference Reference Cable sample HDMI Cable (not supplied with the product) HDMI to DVI Cable (not supplied with the product) Fiber Optic Digital Audio Cable (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(RCA type) (not supplied with the product) Analog Audio Cable(Stereo to RCA type) (not supplied with the product) 20 Plasma TV
