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PLASMA MONITOR
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODELS : MU-42PM11/12X/20
MU-50PM10/11/20
Please read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating
the Monitor.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the Monitor.
See the label attached on the back of the Monitor and relate
this information to your dealer if you ever 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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Warning/Caution Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Important safeguards for you and your new product Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential elec- trical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference. Observing the simple precautio
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Safety Instructions Safety Instructions continued Safety Instructions continued 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 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer al
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Safety Instructions Contents Contents Warning/Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Special Menu Options Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4 Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 ISM (Image Sticking Minimization) Method . . . .23 Introduction Low Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 XD De
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Introduction Introduction Introduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? If voltage is applied to gas within glass panels, ultraviolet rays are produced and fused with a fluorescent substance. At that instant, light is emitted. A Plasma Display is a next generation flat Display using this phenomenon. 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 viewers who
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Introduction Controls Controls Front Panel Controls Front Panel Controls - This is a simplified representation of a typical front panel. The Front Panel Controls shown here may be somewhat different from your monitor. MU-42/50PM10/11 series 6 5 3 2 ON/OFF 4 1 MU-42/50PM20 series ON/OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Main Power Button 5. MENU Displays on screen menus one by one. 2. Remote Control Sensor Exits the current menu. Memorizes menu changes. 3. Power Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. I
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Introduction Connection Options Connection Options - Connection panels shown may be somewhat different from your monitor. Back Connection Panel Back Connection Panel ( ) R ( ) ( ) L ( ) YPB PR REMOTE RS-232C INPUT DVI INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB INPUT RGB OUTPUT EXTERNAL SPEAKER AC INPUT CONTROL (CONTROL/SERVICE) R L R L (MONO) COMPONENT INPUT AUDIO INPUT S-VIDEO AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT 7 1 2 4 5 6 3 8 9 1. REMOTE CONTROL 6. S-VIDEO INPUT SOCKETS Connect your wired remote control to the remote co
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Introduction Remote Control Key Functions Remote Control Key Functions - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the monitor. - Under certain conditions such as if the remote IR signal is interrupted, the remote control may not function. Press the key again as necessary. POWER Switches the Monitor between INPUT SELECT ON and STANDBY. Selects source: RGB, DVI, SLEEP Component, Video, or S-Video Sets the Sleep Timer. POWER mode. (Refer to p.22) DASP SLEEP INPUT SELEC
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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. POWER SLEEP INPUT SELECT APC DASP ARC PIP ARC PIP TWIN PICTURE SWAP SUB INPUT MENU MUTE 1.5V VOL OK VOL 12 3 45 6 78 9 0 Alkaline Batteries POWER STOP P/STILL Owner’s Manual REW PLAY FF REC WIN.SIZE WIN.POSITION SPLIT ZOOM ZOOM - ZOOM + Remote Control BNC-RCA Adapter Power Cord Installation Instr
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Installation Installation Instructions continued Installation Instructions continued W Wall Mount Installation all Mount Installation yyyyyy For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4” on each side and 2” from the wall. Detailed installation instruc- tions are available from your dealer, see the optional Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide. yyyyyy 2 inches 4 inches yyyyyy 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches yyyyyy yyyyyy Desktop Pedestal Installation Deskt
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Installation External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections NOTE: All cables shown are not included with the Monitor VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and monitor. - 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
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Installation External External A/V Source Setup A/V Source Setup How to connect 1. Connect the provided BNC-RCA adapter to the monitor’s VIDEO INPUT. YPB PR ( ) ( ) ( ) ( ) R L 2. Connect the audio and video cables from the external R L (MONO) AC INPUT R L EXTERNAL SPEAKER COMPONENT INPUT AUDIO INPUT S-VIDEO AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT equipment's output jacks to the monitor input jacks, as shown in the figure. When connecting the monitor to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = y
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Installation DTV Setup DTV Setup - To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and connect a digital set-top box. YPB PR REMOTE RS-232C INPUT DVI INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB INPUT RGB OUTPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) CONTROL R L R L (MONO) COMPONENT INPUT AUDIO INPUT S-VIDEO AUDIO INPUT VIDEO INPUT or or DVI-DTV OUTPUT (R) AUDIO (L) (R) AUDIO (L) RGB-DTV OUTPUT B R (R) AUDIO (L) Digital Set-top Box How to connect Use the monitor’s COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR) INPUT, RGB or DVI jack for video connections, depend
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Installation PC Setup PC Setup How to connect 1. To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to 640x 480, 60Hz. 2. Use the Monitor’s RGB INPUT or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) INPUT port for video connections, depending on your PC connector. RS-232C INPUT REMOTE CONTROL AUDIO INPUT DVI INPUT RGB INPUT RGB OUTPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) • If the graphic card on the PC does not output analog and digital RGB simultaneously, connect only one of either RGB INPUT or DVI INPUT to display t
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Installation Monitor Display Specifications • RGB Input (PC ) Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Resolution Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 31.468 70.09 31.500 60.00 640x350 37.861 85.08 852x480 37.799 70.00 31.469 70.08 39.375 75.00 720x400 37.927 85.03 48.363 60.00 31.469 59.94 56.476 70.06 1024x768 35.000 66.66 60.023 75.02 37.861 72.80 640x480 68.677 85.00 37.500 75.00 54.348 60.05 43.269 85.00 63.995 70.01 1152x864 35.156 56.25 67.500 75.00 37.879 6
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Operation Operation Operation Turning on the Monitor Turning on the Monitor Turning on the Monitor just after installation 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Press the ON/OFF button on the Monitor. At this moment, the Monitor is switched to standby mode. Press the INPUT SELECT button on the Monitor or press the POWER, INPUT SELECT button on the remote control and then the Monitor will switch on. Turning on the Monitor (power cord is still connected) 1. If the Monitor was turned off with th
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Operation Picture Menu Options Picture Menu Options APC (Auto Picture Control) APC (Auto Picture Control) - APC adjusts the Monitor to the best picture appearance. - If adjusting picture options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, or tint) manually, APC automatically changes to Off. 1. Press the APC button repeatedly to select the picture appearance setup option as shown below. Daylight Optimum Night time Off • You can also adjust APC in the PICTURE menu. • Daylight, Optimum and Night ti
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Operation Fleshtone ( RGB-DTV, and DVI-DTV Mode only) Fleshtone ( RGB-DTV, and DVI-DTV Mode only) - Use Fleshtone to select the desired skin color option. PICTURE PICTURE 1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the PICTURE menu. APC 2. Press the G button and then use button to select Fleshtone. D / E ACC 3. Press the G button and then use F / G button to make appropriate adjustments. Fleshtone G 0 Contrast 100 • The adjustment range is 0 ~ 3. Brightness 55 Color
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Operation Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options DASP DASP (Digital (Digital Auto Sound Processing) Auto Sound Processing) - This function lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the Monitor has the appro- priate sound options based on the program content. - If you adjust sound options (Treble and Bass) manually, DASP automatically changes to Off. 1. Press the DASP button repeatedly to select the appropriate sound setup as shown below. SRS TSXT Flat Music Movie Sports
