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LCD Projection TV

OWNER'S MANUAL
MODELS : RU-52SZ30
RU-60SZ30
Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the set.
See the label attached on the back cover and quote this
information to your dealer when you require service.
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  • Page 1: Lcd Projection Tv

    LCD Projection TV OWNER’S MANUAL MODELS : RU-52SZ30 RU-60SZ30 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer when you require service.

  • Page 2: Safety Warnings

    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 Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product. P A G E 2...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT 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 electrical 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.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Continued from previous page) 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Warnings ......2 Important Safety Instructions ....3-4 Function Status Indicators .

  • Page 6: Function Status Indicators

    Function Status Indicators Lamp indicator, operation indicator, and temperature indicator located below the front panel controls, reveal the operating status of the LCD projection TV. Operation Indicator Operation Indicator Lamp Indicator Temperature Indicator P A G E 6 Temperature Indicator Lamp Indicator Power cord is not connected.

  • Page 7: Rear Connections Panel

    Rear Connections Panel Connecting cables to your TV. PC and HD-STB Input Used to connect from a PC source or HD-STB Satellite system. PC/DTV (XGA /480p /720p /1080i) DVI INPUT Y, Pb, Pr DVD Component Video and HD Component Video Some top-of-the-line DVD players use what is called “component video,”...

  • Page 8: Front Connections Panel

    Front Connection Panel There are four jacks on the left front side behind the screen on your projection TV that make connecting Audio/Video devices like video games and camcorders very sim- ple. The jacks are like those found on the back jack connection panel.

  • Page 9: Ant/Cable Service Hookup

    ANT / Cable Service Hookup Connect an antenna and/or cable service to your TV as shown. Turn to page 26 to do a channel search with EZ Scan for Ant/Cable connection(s). If you receive your RF signal through an antenna that is several years old and connects with two small prongs, you will need to pur- chase a 300 to 75 ohm adapter.

  • Page 10: Cable Box Connections

    Cable Box Connections Locate the output jack on the back of your cable box. Connect this to the Antenna jack on the back of your TV. Or find the composite video and audio jacks on the back of your cable box, and connect them following the instructions provided with your equipment.

  • Page 11: Vcr Connections

    VCR Connections Locate the Antenna jack on the back of your TV. Connect this to out jack on the back of your VCR. Or find the composite video and audio jacks on the back of your VCR, and connect them following the instructions provided with your equipment.

  • Page 12: Dvd Player

    DVD Player Find the audio and component or S-Video jacks on the back of your DVD Player and connect them fol- lowing the instructions provided with your equipment. You may connect either the com- posite video or the S-Video cables to your TV.

  • Page 13: Rgb/Dvi-Hd/Stb Input

    RGB/DVI-HD/STB Input Find the audio and Y, P /RGB/DVI jacks on the back of your DBS receiver and con- nect them following the instructions provid- ed with your equipment. Connect these cables to your TV as shown. The DTV shows the sharpest picture in 720p mode. This TV supports HDCP (High-baudwidth Digital Contents Protection) protocol for DVI-DTV (480p, 720p, 1080i) mode.

  • Page 14: Rgb-Pc/Dvi-Pc Input

    RGB-PC/DVI-PC Input Find the audio and RGB or DVI jacks on the back of your PC and then connect them fol- lowing the instructions provided with your equipment. Connect these cables to your TV as shown. Computer Select RGB-PC Source and press ENTER. Use UP/DOWN arrows to select the desired options (V-position/H-position/V-size/H- size/PHASE) and then use LEFT/RIGHT arrows to make appropri- ate adjustments.

  • Page 15: External Stereo Connections

    External Stereo Connections Connect Left/Right Variable Audio Output to an external Audio Amplifier System. Locate both Variable Audio Out jacks on the back of your TV and the Left/Right audio input jacks on the back of your stereo's amplifier. Connect these jacks, making sure that the right and left channels are connected correctly.

  • Page 16: Room Setups For Home Theater

    Room Setups for Home Theater This is just a general room design. Any number of setups are possible, and some changes may be needed to maximize your sound. However, a Dolby Digital Receiver is required to hear 5.1 channel audio. A left and right speaker on either side of the set enhances separation.

  • Page 17: Monitor Out Setup

    Monitor Out Setup Your TV has a special signal output capa- bility which allows you to hook up a sec- ond TV or monitor. Just connect the second TV or monitor to the MONITOR OUT Audio/Video jacks locat- ed on the back of your TV. See the Operating Manual of the second TV or monitor for further details regarding that device’s input settings.

  • Page 18: Remote Control Functions In Tv Mode

    Remote Control Functions in TV Mode MODE Selects the remote operating mode: TV, VCR, Cable, DVD and Satellite. Select other operating modes, for the remote to control external devices. TV/VIDEO Selects: Analog, Video1, Video2, Front video, Component1-2, RGB, and DVI input sources. FRONT Selects the front video signal if a device, such as a camcorder or...

  • Page 19: Remote Control Functions In Tv Mode

    Remote Control Functions in TV Mode COMPONENT 1, 2 Selects component signal sources, such as DVD or HD receiver. NUMBER KEYPAD For direct channel selection and programming functions. ENTER When in the menu system and other on-screen displays, selects highlighted options. VOLUME UP/DOWN Increases/decreases the sound level.

  • Page 20: On-Screen Displays

    On-Screen Displays This page describes your on-screen display and information banner options. Mute Appears when sound is muted. P A G E 2 0 Main Channel Display Displays current channel number. Volume Volume level is displayed while adjusting the sound. Channel Label If a channel label has been set, then it will appear here.

  • Page 21: Front Panel Controls

    CHANNEL UP / DOWN Operation indicator. (See page 6). Lamp indicator. (See page 6). Temperature indicator. (See page 6). RU-52SZ30 RU-60SZ30 See menu pages for instructions on using the on- screen menus. The POWER, CHANNEL and VOLUME buttons work just as they do on your remote control.

  • Page 22: Main Picture Source Selection

    Main Picture Source Selection Changes the picture source for the main screen so you can watch your off-air TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that are connected to your TV. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Setup menu.

  • Page 23: Pip (Picture-In-Picture)

    PIP (Picture-In-Picture) PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your monitor screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. Watching PIP Press the PIP button to show the sub picture. Each press of PIP changes the PIP options as shown below.

  • Page 24: Pip (Picture-In-Picture)/Pop (Picture-Out-Picture)

    PIP (Picture-In-Picture) Selecting PIP Channels Select the Ant/Cable source with the PIP INPUT button. Use the PIPCH-/PIPCH+ button to select a channel for the sub picture. Swapping Screen Press the SWAP button. Each time you press the SWAP button, you switch the Main and PIP pictures. Main Picture Sub Picture Moving the Sub Picture...

  • Page 25: Twin Picture

    Twin Picture Twin Picture splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same time. Each source is given half the screen. Watching Twin Picture Press the PIP button on the remote control in POP mode to activate twin picture mode. Select the Ant/Cable source with the PIP INPUT button.

  • Page 26: Ez Scan (Channel Search)

    EZ Scan (Channel Search) Automatically finds analog channels available through antenna and cable inputs, and stores all active channels in memory on the channel list. Use pages 9-14 to connect external equipment to your TV. If you have not done so, plug in your TV to a standard 120V 60Hz power outlet.

  • Page 27: Channel Add/Del/Surf Setup

    Channel Add / Del / Surf Setup Main Source SETUP SETUP PIP Source VIDEO VIDEO EZ Scan Ch. Add/Del/Surf AUDIO AUDIO Ch. Label SPECIAL SPECIAL TIME TIME LOCK LOCK Prev. Create two different types of channel lists in memory: “Custom list” and “Surf list”.

  • Page 28: Channel Label Setup

    Channel Label Setup Main Source SETUP SETUP PIP Source VIDEO VIDEO EZ Scan Ch. Add/Del/Surf AUDIO AUDIO Ch. Label SPECIAL SPECIAL TIME TIME LOCK LOCK Prev. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Setup menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to access the Setup menu.

  • Page 29: Video Menu

    VIDEO Menu Adjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations. Press the MENU button on the remote con- trol, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Video menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to access the Video menu.

  • Page 30: Video Menu

    VIDEO Menu SETUP SETUP Contrast VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO SPECIAL SPECIAL TIME TIME LOCK LOCK • Contrast Adjusts the difference between the light and dark levels of the picture. Press the right arrow button to activate adjusting. • Brightness Adjusts the white or light level of the overall picture. •...

  • Page 31: Audio Menu

    AUDIO Menu Adjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Audio menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to access the Audio menu. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to select one of the following options.

  • Page 32: Audio Menu

    AUDIO Menu SETUP SETUP Bass VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO SPECIAL SPECIAL TIME TIME LOCK LOCK • Bass: Increases or decreases the lower frequency sounds of the TV speakers. • Treble: Increases or decreases the higher frequency sounds of the TV speakers. Increases in treble, for example, make voice or string sounds stand out.

  • Page 33: Aspect Ratio

    Aspect Ratio Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Special menu. Or press RATIO button to instantly access the Aspect Ratio menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to acti- vate the Special menu.

  • Page 34: On-Screen Menus Language

    On-Screen Menus Language Select your preferred language for the menus: English, Spanish, or French. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Special menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Special menu.

  • Page 35: Captions/Text

    Captions/Text Select a closed caption mode for displaying captioning information when provided on the program. Captions displays information at any position on the screen usually the program's dialog. Text displays information, usually at the bottom position and is used for a data service, generally not program related.

  • Page 36: Ez Demo

    EZ Demo Use EZ Demo to see the features and menu options available on your TV. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Special menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Special menu.

  • Page 37: Auto Clock Setup

    Auto Clock Setup Sets the time automatically through the PBS broadcast signal. The PBS channel signal includes information for the cor- rect time. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Time menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Time menu.

  • Page 38: Manual Clock Setup

    Manual Clock Setup Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Time menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Time menu. Use the UP/DOWN arrow button to choose Manual Clock, then press the RIGHT arrow to activate Manual Clock.

  • Page 39: Tv Turn On Time Setup

    TV Turn On Time Setup Time function operates only if current time has been already set. Unless a button is pressed within two hours after the TV is turned on by the on time function, the TV will auto- matically turn off. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Time menu.

  • Page 40: Tv Turn Off Time Setup

    TV Turn Off Time Setup Lets you set an automatic daily turn off time for your TV. Off time function overrides on time function if they are both set to the same time. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Time menu.

  • Page 41: Sleep Timer Setup

    Sleep Timer Setup Lets you select the amount of time before your TV automatically turns itself off. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Time menu. Press ENTER or the RIGHT arrow button to activate the Time menu.

  • Page 42: Parental Lock Setup

    Parental Lock Setup Lets you set up blocking schemes to block specific chan- nels, ratings and other sources. A password is required to gain access to this menu if the Lock System is activated. Press the MENU button on the remote control, then use the UP/DOWN arrow button to select the Lock Menu.
  • Page 43 Parental Lock Setup Continued Use the UP/DOWN arrows to choose from the following Lock Menu options. • Lock On/Off: Activates or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously. • Set Password Changes the password by inputting a new password twice. •...
  • Page 44 Parental Lock Setup Continued Parental Lock rating descriptions Lock On/Off SETUP SETUP Set Password VIDEO VIDEO Movie(MPAA) TV-PG(Children) AUDIO AUDIO TV-PG(General) Block Channel SPECIAL SPECIAL Aux. Block TIME TIME LOCK LOCK Prev. TV-Y7 (Directed to Older Children): Program is designed for children age 7 and above. TV-G (General audience): Most parents would find this program suitable for all ages.

  • Page 45: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote The remote control of your HD receiver is a multi- brand or universal remote control that can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices of other manufacturers. Note that the remote control may not control all models of other brands. Test your remote control.

  • Page 46: Programming Codes

    Programming Codes Brand Codes Brand A MARK 112 143 GOLDSTAR ADMIRAL 072 081 161 AKAI 006 146 AMPRO 073 167 AMSTRAD HALL MARK ANAM 043 054 056 HITACHI 080 104 108 112 115 118 121 131 004 006 058 INFINITY BLAUPUNKT INKEL CANDLE...
  • Page 47 Programming Codes VCRs Brand Codes Brand AIWA AKAI 016 043 046 124 125 146 KENWOOD AMPRO ANAM 031 033 103 AUDIO DYNAMICS 012 023 039 LLOYD BROKSONIC 035 037 129 CANON 028 031 033 CAPEHART MAGIN CRAIG 003 040 135 MAGNAVOX CURTIS MATHES 031 033 041...
  • Page 48 Programming Codes Brand Codes Brand ALPHASTAR DSR AMPLICA GENERAL INSTRUMENT 003 004 016 BIRDVIEW 051 126 129 CAPETRONICS HITACHI CHANNEL MASTER 013 014 015 HOUSTON TRACKER 018 036 055 CHAPARRAL 008 009 012 HUGHES HYTEK CITOH JANIEL CURTIS MATHES 050 145 JERROLD DRAKE 005 006 007...

  • Page 49: Programming Codes

    Programming Codes CATV Brand Codes Brand 003 004 039 042 046 052 ANTRONIK M-NET ARCHER 005 007 014 MACOM MAGNAVOX CABLE STAR CENTURION MEMOREX CENTURY MOVIE TIME CITIZEN COLOUR VOICE 065 090 COMBANO 080 081 COMTRONICS 019 030 DIAMOND PANASONIC EAGLE 020 030 040 PARAGON...

  • Page 50: Maintenance

    Maintenance Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and pull out the power cord before you begin any cleaning. SCREEN CLEANING 1.

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Maintenance continued PICTURE INTERFERENCE Even though you may be getting cable, the signal may be weak, which means the quality of your picture may suffer due to other factors. If there are problems with the image on your TV, consult the Troubleshooting guide on the following pages. You may also want to contact your cable service provider to determine if the problem is from the cable service.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. SYMPTOMS Snowy picture and unclear sound. Multiple images or ‘ghost shadows.’ Interference: Sharp lines across the screen and unclear sound. Normal picture but no sound. No picture and unclear sound. No picture and no sound.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting, cont’d Remote control doesn’t work. Menu options can’t be changed or selected. No picture or sound when any non-cable source is selected. Weak or no Stereo Sound when using a stereo VCR. The PIP inset is black or lacks contrast. The PIP inset is “snow”...

  • Page 54: Glossary

    Glossary A list of definitions for some of the words found in this guide. 75 OHM RF CABLE A/V CABLES A/V DEVICE AMPLIFIER ANALOG TV ANTENNA ASPECT RATIO CAPTIONS DELETE DIGITAL TV DOLBY DIGITAL INPUT P A G E 5 4 The round cable that comes from an off-air antenna or cable service provider.

  • Page 55: Glossary

    Glossary continued A list of definitions for some of the words found in this guide. JACK MODE MONO SOUND OUTPUT PIP SNAPSHOT SECOND AUDIO PROGRAMMING/SAP SIGNAL SOURCE STEREO SOUND SURF TEXT TUNER A connection on the back of a TV, VCR, or any other A/V device.

  • Page 56: Product Specifications

    75 ohm external terminal for VHF/UHF 10W x 2 Remote control, batteries 2 size AA (Alkaline battery) 16 x 9 0.87 inch (RU-52SZ30), 1.21 inch (RU-60SZ30) Video input (3 set) Video output (1 set) S-Video input (2) Component input (2 set)
  • Page 57 Notes P A G E 5 7...
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  • Page 59 If a replacement unit is required, under some circumstances you may be asked to provide a reserve deposit to the LG®Brand Service Center against a credit card number as surety for advanced shipment. Your credit card will not be charged if you return the defective unit within 10 working days.
  • Page 60 Your LG® brand LCD Rear Projection Television will be repaired or replaced as set forth below, if it proves to be defec- tive in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") listed below, effec- tive from the date ("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S.

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