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PLASMA TV
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL: DU-42PX12XD
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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 Time Menu Options Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4 Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Introduction On/Off Timer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Sleep Timer / Au
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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 VOL CH POWER Button MENU Button CHANNEL (E, D) Buttons VOLUME (F,G) Buttons Remote Control Sensor TV/VIDEO 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 com
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TIMER POWER Installation Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. LIGHT MODE Illuminates the remote control buttons. Selects the remote operating mode: TV, TV/VIDEO VCR, DVD, CABLE, HDSTB or AUDIO. Selects: DTV, Analog, Video1-2, Select other operating modes, for the Component 1-2, RGB-DTV (or RGB-PC), remote to operate external devices. DVI-DTV (or DVI-PC) input sources. POWER MODE COMP/RGB/DVI Turn
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TIME R POWER 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 MODE COMP/RGB/DVI FLASHBK MUTE SURF VOL CH SAP RATIO INFO CC OK MENU EXIT SOUND VIDEO PLAY PAUSE STOP RECORD REW FF SKIP PIP PIPCH- PIPCH+ PIPINPUT FREEZE ZOOM SIGNAL SWAP ADJUST 2-Wall brackets 2-eye-bolts D-sub 15 pin Cable
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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 (MONO) Antenna Copper Wire T 1 Analog/DTV R L VIDEO S-VIDEO AC INPUT AUDIO RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) VHF Antenna Turn c
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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 (MONO) Antenna INPUT 1 Analog/DTV NPUT RL R L VIDEO S-VIDEO jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio TV INPUT) AC INPUT AUDIO INPUT VIDEO 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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Installation 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 an
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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 TV/VIDEO , CH (D / E) button on the TV or press the POWER, TV/VIDEO, COMP/RGB/DVI, CH (+, -), Number (0 ~ 9) 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 • P
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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. D / E 2. Press the G button and then use button to select EZ Scan. D / E 3. Press the G button and then use button to select antenna input. D
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Operation DTV Signal Strength DTV Signal Strength - Reveals how strong your DTV signal is and whether you need to adjust your antenna or digital cable input. The higher the signal strength, the less likely you are to experience picture degradation. - Digital DTV Signals: May not be available in all areas, nor are broadcast on all programs. 1. Press the SIGNAL button. 2. View the on-screen signal strength monitor to see the quality of the signal being received. • You can also check the DTV Signa
