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OWNER'S MANUAL
LCD TV
Please read this manual carefully before operating the
your TV and retain it for future reference.
LCD TV MODELS
22MN42A
24MN42A
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL LCD TV Please read this manual carefully before operating the your TV and retain it for future reference. LCD TV MODELS 22MN42A 24MN42A www.lg.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS - Customizing PC display options ASSEMBLING AND Adjusting the sound PREPARING - Selecting an sound mode Unpacking - Customizing sound options Parts and buttons Lifting and moving the ENTERTAINMENT Monitor set Setting up the Monitor set Using integrated media features - Attaching the Stand Base - Connecting USB storage devices - Browsing files - Detaching the Stand Base and Body - Viewing Photos - Mounting on a table - Mounting on a wall - Listening to Music CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS REMOTE CONTROL Accessing main menus Customizing settings WATCHING TV...
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Top Text - Block / Group / Page Selection - Direct Page Selection Fastext - Page selection Special Teletext Function MAINTENANCE Screen and frame Cabinet and stand Power cord TROUBLESHOOTING General PC mode SPECIFICATIONS LICENSES...
  • Page 4: Assembling And Preparing

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and accessories. AC-DC Adapter Remote control and Batteries Power Cord Stand base CD(Owner's Manual) / Card D-SUB Cable CAUTION Do not use any pirated items to ensure the safety and product life span. Any damages or injuries by using pirated items are not covered by the warranty. NOTE The accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model. Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
  • Page 5: Parts And Buttons

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and buttons HDMI AV IN DC-IN (Power Button) USB 5 V 0.5 A RGB IN (PC) Remote Control Sensor Standby Light » Lighting On: Turned off Connection panel ( See p.35) » Lighting Off: Turned on button Description Selects the mode.(Programme ☞ Volume ☞ INPUT) MODE " " Programme Scrolls through the saved programmes. Volume Adjust the volume level.
  • Page 6: Lifting And Moving The Monitor Set

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Setting up the Monitor set Lifting and moving the Monitor set Attaching the Stand Base When moving or lifting the Monitor set, read the Place the Monitor set with the screen side following to prevent the Monitor set from being down on a flat and cushioned surface. scratched or damaged and for save transportation regardless of its type and size. CAUTION Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from CAUTION damage. Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen or some Insert the Stand Base into the product. of the pixels used to create images. It is recommended to move the Monitor set in the box or packing material that the Monitor set originally came in. Before moving or lifting the Monitor set, disconnect the power cord and all cables. Hold the top and bottom of the Monitor set frame firmly. Make sure not to hold the transparent part, speaker, or speaker grill area.
  • Page 7: Mounting On A Table

    ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CAUTION WARNING It's a head fixed model and prohibited from adjusting the angle. If you try to adjust the angle forcibly, It can be damaged. Do not carry the monitor upside-down as this may cause it to fall off its stand, resulting in damage or injury. Using the Kensington security system The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look The Kensington security system connector is different from the actual product. located at the back of the TV. For more information of installation and using, refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or Mounting on a table visit http://www.kensington.com . Lift and tilt the Monitor set into its upright Connect the Kensington security system cable position on a table. between the TV and a table. Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm NOTE The Kensington security system is optional.
  • Page 8: Mounting On A Wall

    VESA (A x B) 75 x 75 10 cm Standard screw Number of screws Wall mount bracket RW120 10 cm (optional) 10 cm 10 cm VESA (A x B) If you intend to mount the TV to a wall, attach Wall mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of the set. When you install the TV using the wall mounting interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it will not drop. Please, Use the screw and wall mount interface in accordance with VESA Standards. If you use screw longer than standard, the TV might be damaged internally. If you use improper screw, the product might be damaged and drop from mounted position. In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible for it. VESA compatible only with respect to screw mounting interface dimensions and mounting screw specifications.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING CAUTION Disconnect the power cord first, and then move or install the TV. Otherwise electric shock may occur. If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury. Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact the local dealer or qualified personnel. D o not over tighten the screws as this may cause damage to the TV and void your warranty. U se the screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty. NOTE Use the screws that are listed on the VESA standard screw specifications. The wall mount kit includes an installation manual and necessary parts. The wall mount bracket is optional. You can obtain additional accessories from your local dealer. The length of screws may differ depending on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper length. For more information, refer to the instructions supplied with the wall mount.
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching POWER TV/PC INPUT and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover. MUTE I/II To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse. LIST Q.VIEW MENU EXIT ARC/MARK TEXT CAUTION HOLD SIZE TIME REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE USB VOL - USB VOL + Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control. Make sure to point the remote control to the remote control sensor on the TV. (POWER) Turns the TV on or off. POWER TV/PC INPUT...
  • Page 11 POWER TV/PC INPUT REMOTE CONTROL MUTE I/II POWER TV/PC INPUT MUTE I/II LIST Q.VIEW MENU MENU EXIT EXIT ARC/MARK ARC/MARK TEXT TEXT HOLD HOLD SIZE SIZE TIME TIME REVEAL REVEAL INDEX INDEX MODE MODE UPDATE UPDATE USB VOL - USB VOL + USB VOL - USB VOL + Navigation buttons Scrolls through menus or...
  • Page 12: Watching Tv

    WATCHING TV WATCHING TV Connecting an antenna or Connecting with a cable box cable Connect the TV to a cable box and the cable box to a wall antenna socket with 2 RF cables (75 Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch ohm). TV referring to the following. The illustrations may differ from the actual accessories and an RF cable is optional. Connecting an antenna or basic cable Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an RF cable (75 ohm). (Not Provided) (Not Provided) CAUTION NOTE Make sure not to bend the copper wire of Use a signal splitter to use more than 2 TVs. the RF cable. If the image quality is poor, install a signal amplifier properly to improve the image quality.
  • Page 13: Accessing The Tv For The First Time

    WATCHING TV Accessing the TV for the Follow the on-screen instructions to customize your TV according to your preferences. first time Selects a language for When you access the TVt for the first time, the Language the display. initial setting screen appears. Select a language  and customize the basic settings. Selects Home Use for Mode Setting the home environment. Connect the power cord to a power outlet.  Press on the TV to turn the TV on. Scans and saves Auto Tuning available programmes The Standby Light lighting is turned off. automatically. NOTE To display images in the best quality for your home environment, select Home Use mode. Store Demo mode is suitable for the retail environment. If you select Store Demo mode, the previously customized settings will switch to the default settings of Store Demo in 5 NOTE...
  • Page 14: Watching Tv

    WATCHING TV Watching TV Manually setting up programmes Manual Tuning lets you manually tune and arrange Press on the Remote control or on the the stations in whatever order you desire. TV to turn the TV on. Press MENU to access the main menus. Press INPUT and select Antenna. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Control the TV using the following buttons and SETUP and press OK. menus while you are watching TV. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Manual Tuning and press OK. Button / Menu Description Scrolls through the saved Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to programmes System. 0 - 9 Selects a programme by entering Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to numbers V/UHF or Cable. Adjusts the volume level Press the Navigation buttons or Number MUTE...
  • Page 15: Selecting The Programme List

    WATCHING TV Favourite programme setup Selecting the programme list You can check which programmes are stored in Selecting favourite programme the memory by displaying the programme list. Favourite programme is a convenient feature that lets you quikly scan up to programmes of your Displaying programme LIST choice without having to wait for the TV to scan through all the in-between programmes. Press LIST button to access the Programme Press MENU to access the main menus. List. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to When you are finished, press MENU or EXIT. SETUP and press OK. NOTE Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Programme Edit and press OK. You may find some blue programmes. These have been set up to be skipped by Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to auto programming or in the programme Programme you want and press GREEN edit mode. button. Some programmes with the channel number shown in the programme When you are finished, press EXIT. LIST indicate there is no station name When you return to the previous menu, press assigned.
  • Page 16: Using Additional Options

    WATCHING TV Using additional options - 4:3: The following selection will allow you to view a picture with an original 4:3 aspect ratio, gray bars will appear on both the left and right of the Adjusting aspect ratio screen. Resize the image to view the image at its optimal size by pressing ARC while you are watching TV. CAUTION If a fixed image displays on the screen for a - 14:9: You can view a picture format of 14:9 or a long period of time, it will be imprinted and general TV programme in the 14:9 mode. The become a permanent disfigurement on the 14:9 screen is viewed in the same way as in 4:3, screen. This is “image burn” or “burn-in” and but is magnified to the left and right. not covered by the warranty. If the aspect ratio is set to 4:3 for a long period of time, image burn may occur on the letterboxed area of the screen. - 16:9: The following selection will allow you to adjust the picture horizontally, in linear proportion, to fill the entire screen(useful for viewing 4:3 formatted DVDs). - Zoom 1 & 2: The following selection will allow you to view the picture without any alteration, while filling the entire screen. However, the top and bottom of the picture will be cropped. - Just Scan: Following Selection will lead to you view the picture of best quality without loss of original picture in high resolution image.
  • Page 17: Using The Input List

    WATCHING TV Using the input list Locking the buttons on the TV Lock the buttons on the TV to prevent any Selecting an input source unwanted operations or accidents by children. Press INPUT to access the input source list. Press MENU to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the input sources and press OK. OPTION and press OK. Input source Description Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Antenna or Watch TV over the air and cable Lock and press OK. cable Watch the contents in a VCR or Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to On other external devices and press OK to activate the Key lock feature. View a PC display on the screen - To deactivate the Key lock feature, select Off. HDMI Watch contents in a DVD or Digital When you are finished, press EXIT.
  • Page 18: Connecting To A Pc

    CONNECTING TO A PC CONNECTING TO A PC Your TV supports the Plug & Play* feature. CAUTION * Plug & Play: The function when a PC recognizes Connect the signal input cable a connected device that users connect to a PC and tighten it by turning the and turn on, without device configuration or user screws clockwise. intervention. Do not press the screen with your finger for a long time as this may result in temporary distortion on the screen. RGB connection Avoid displaying a fixed image on the screen for a long period of time to prevent Transmits the analog video signal from your PC to image burn. Use a screensaver if possible. the TV. Connect the PC and the TV with the D-sub 15 pin cable as shown the following illustrations. To transmit an audio signal, connect an optional audio cable in TV. NOTE If you do not use an optional external speaker, connect the PC to the TV with the DC-IN optional audio cable. The Audio cable is optional. You can obtain additional accessories from most electronics 0.5 A USB 5 V stores.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Screen

    CONNECTING TO A PC Adjusting the screen Customizing image options Customize basic and advanced options of each Selecting an image mode image mode for the best screen performance. Display images in its optimized settings by Press MENU to access the main menus. selecting one of the preset image modes. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Press MENU to access the main menus. PICTURE and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to PICTURE and press OK. Picture Mode. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to an Picture Mode and press OK. image mode you want and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to an Select and adjust following options, and then image mode you want and press OK. press OK. Mode Description Option Description Vivid Adjusts the video image for the Backlight...
  • Page 20: Customizing Pc Display Options

    CONNECTING TO A PC Customizing PC display options Mode Description Standard Selects when you want standard- Customize options of each image mode for the quality sound. best image quality. Music Selects when you listen to music. This function works in the following mode: Cinema Selects when you watch movies. RGB[PC] mode. When you are finished, press EXIT. Press MENU to access the main menus. When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to PICTURE and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Customizing sound options Screen and press OK. Customize options of each sound mode for the Select and adjust following options, and then best sound quality. press OK. Press MENU to access the main menus. Option Description Resolution Selects a proper Resolution.
  • Page 21: Entertainment

    ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Tips for using USB storage devices Using integrated media Only a USB storage device is recognizable. features If the USB storage device is connected through a USB hub, the device is not Connecting USB storage devices recognizable. A USB storage device using an automatic Connect USB storage devices such as a USB flash recognition programme may not be memory, external hard drive, or MP3 player to the recognized. TV and use multimedia features (“Browsing files” A USB storage device which uses its own See p.35). driver may not be recognized. Connect a USB flash memory or USB memory The recognition speed of a USB storage card reader to the TV as shown on the following device may depend on each device. illustration. The USB screen appears. Please do not turn off the TV or unplug the USB device when the connected USB storage device is working. When such device is suddenly separated or unplugged, the stored files or the USB storage device may be damaged. USB 5 V 0.5 A Please do not connect the USB storage device which was artificially maneuvered on the PC. The device may cause the product to...
  • Page 22: Browsing Files

    ENTERTAINMENT Browsing files detected. So be sure to connect the external power source. Access the Photo or Music lists and browse files. - Please use a power adaptor for an external power source. We do not guarantee an USB Connect a USB storage device. cable for an external power source. If your USB memory device has multiple Press MENU to access the main menus. partitions or if you use a USB multi-card Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to USB reader, you can use up to 6 partitions or USB and press OK. memory devices. If a USB memory device is connected to a Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to USB multi-card reader, its volume data may PHOTO LIST or MUSIC LIST and press OK. not be detected. If the USB memory device does not work properly, disconnect and reconnect it. How fast a USB memory device is detected differs from device to device. If the USB is connected in Standby Mode, PHOTO LIST MUSIC LIST specific hard disk will automatically be loaded when the TV is turned on. The recommended capacity is 32 GB or less Select Drive1 to access the connected USB for USB memory. storage device Any device with more than the recommended capacity may not work properly.
  • Page 23: Viewing Photos

    ENTERTAINMENT Viewing Photos Press the Navigation buttons to browse files. The highlighted file will display in the preview View image files saved in a USB storage device. window. The displays on the screen may differ from the model. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to USB Photo List USB Device Page 2/3 No Marked and press OK. Free Space 150MB Root Up Folder SG kim 001 10/01/2010 Drive 1 SG kim 002 10/01/2010 SG kim 003 10/01/2010 Pressthe Navigation buttons to scroll to Photo SG kim 004 10/01/2010 SG kim 005...
  • Page 24: Listening To Music

    ENTERTAINMENT Listening to Music Using photo options Use the following options while viewing photos. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to USB and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to Music List and press OK. Select Drive1 to access the connected USB storage device. ꔗ 1/17 ꔃ Slideshow Delete Option Hide Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to a folder you want and press OK. Options Number of selected photos Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to a file you want and press OK. Option Description A pop-up window will appears. Slideshow Starts or stops a slideshow with selected photos. If there are no selected photos, all Music List USB Device Page 2/3 No Marked photos saved in the current folder Free Space 150MB Music...
  • Page 25 ENTERTAINMENT Control playback by using the following buttons. Button Description Stops playback Plays a music file and Pauses or resumes playback Skips to the next file Skips to the previous file NOTE A damaged or corrupted file will not play and the duration of the file display as 00:00. A copy-protected file will not play. If the TV is not in use for some time during playback, the information box as a screensaver will appear to prevent image burn. To return to the Music list screen, press MENU or EXIT Folder name/file name Music S003 0:27 / 3:67 Time elapsed /Duration...
  • Page 26: Customizing Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Accessing main menus Press MENU to access the main menus. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to one of the following menus and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want MENU EXIT ARC/MARK TEXT and press OK. HOLD SIZE TIME When you are finished, press EXIT. REVEAL INDEX MODE UPDATE When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. USB VOL - USB VOL + PICTURE ( See p.28) Adjusts the image size, quality, or effect SETUP ( See p.27) AUDIO ( See p.30) Sets up and edit Adjusts the sound quality, programmes effect, or volume level SETUP PICTURE...
  • Page 27: Customizing Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Customizing settings SETUP settings SETUP Move Press MENU to access the main menus. Auto Tuning Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to SETUP and press OK. Manual Tuning Programme Edit Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. - To return to the previous level, press MENU. When you are finished, press EXIT. When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. The available SETUP settings are described in the following: Setting Description Auto Tuning Tunes and stores all available programmes through antennas or cable inputs. ( See p.14) Manual Tuning Tunes and stores the programmes you want manually. ( See p.14) Programme Edit Edit the pregramme list. ( See p.14)
  • Page 28: Picture Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE settings PICTURE Move Aspect Ratio : 16:9 Press MENU to access the main menus. Picture Mode : Vivid ꔈBacklight Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to PICTURE and ꔈContrast press OK. ꔈBrightness ꔈSharpness Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or ꔈColour option you want and press OK. ꔈTint ꔈAdvanced Control - To return to the previous level, press MENU. ꔈPicture Reset When you are finished, press EXIT. Screen When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. The available picture settings are described in the following: Setting Description Aspect Ratio Changes the image size to view images at its optimal size. ( See p.16) Picture Mode Selects one of the preset image or customizes options in each mode for the best TV screen performance. You are also able to customize advanced options of each mode.
  • Page 29 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Basic image options Setting Description Backlight A djusts the brightness of the screen by controlling the LCD backlight. If you decrease the brightness level, the screen becomes darker and the power consumption will be reduced without any video signal loss. Contrast Increases or decreases the gradient of the video signal. You may use Contrast when the bright part of the picture is saturated. Brightness Adjusts the base level of the signal in the picture. You may use Brightness when the dark part of the picture is saturated. Sharpness Adjusts the level of crispness in the edges between the light and dark areas of the picture. The lower the level, the softer the image. Colour Adjusts intensity of all Colours. Tint Adjusts the balance between red and green levels. Advanced Control Customizes the advanced options. Picture Reset Restores the options to the default setting. Advanced image options Setting Description Colour Temperature This is the function to adjust the overall colour of the screen to the feeling you want. (Medium/Warm/Cool) Dynamic Contrast Adjusts the contrast to keep it at the best level according to the brightness of the screen. The (Off/Low/High)
  • Page 30: Audio Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS AUDIO settings AUDIO Move Auto Volume : Off Press MENU to access the main menus. Balance Sound Mode : Standard Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to AUDIO and press ꔈTreble ꔈBass ꔈReset Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. - To return to the previous level, press MENU. When you are finished, press EXIT. When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. The available audio options are described in the following: Setting Description Auto Volume Activates the Auto Volume feature to keep the volume level consistent whenever you change programmes. The volume level may not be consistent due to different signal conditions of broadcasting stations. Balance Adjusts balance between the left and right speakers according to your room environment. Sound Mode Selects one of the preset sound modes or customize each option in each mode. Mode Standard Select when you want standard-quality sound.
  • Page 31 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Stereo/Dual Reception When a programme is selected, the sound information for the station appears with the programme number and station name. Press I/II and press the One/Two and press OK. Broadcast On Screen Display Mono MONO Stereo STEREO Dual DUAL I , DUAL II , DUAL I + II Mono sound selection If the stereo signal is weak in stereo reception, you can switch to mono. In mono reception, the clarity of sound is improved. Language selection for dual language broadcast a programme can be received in two languages (dual language), you can switch to DUAL I, DUAL II or DUAL I + II. DUAL I Sends the primary broadcast language to the loudspeakers. DUAL I I Sends the secondary broadcast language to the loudspeakers. DUAL I+I I Sends a separate language to each loudspeaker.
  • Page 32: Time Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS TIME settings TIME Move Clock Press MENU to access the main menus. Off Time : Off On Time : Off Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to TIME and press OK. Sleep Timer : Off Auto Off : Off Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. - To return to the previous level, press MENU. When you are finished, press EXIT. When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. The available time settings are described in the following: Setting Description Clock You must set the time correctly before using on/off time function. If current time setting is erased by a power failure or the TV is unplugged, reset the clock. Off Time/On Time Sets the time to turn on or off the tv automatically. To use this function, you should set the current time and date in the Clock menu.
  • Page 33: Option Settings

    CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION settings OPTION Move Language : English Press MENU to access the main menus. Key Lock : Off Standby Light : On Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to OPTION and press OK. Mode Setting : Home Use Factory Reset Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. - To return to the previous level, press MENU. When you are finished, press EXIT. When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. The available option settings are described in the following: Setting Description Language Selects a language for the display ( See p.17). Key Lock The TV can be set so that the remote control is required to control it. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing.
  • Page 34: Usb Settings

    MAKING CONNECTIONS USB settings Move Photo List Press MENU to access the main menus. Music List Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to USB and press OK. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the setting or option you want and press OK. - To return to the previous level, press MENU. When you are finished, press EXIT. When you return to the previous menu, press MENU. The available usb settings are described in the following: Setting Description Photo List You can view photo files on USB storage device. ( See p.23) Music List You can play music files on USB storage device. ( See p.24)
  • Page 35: Making Connections

    MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect various external devices to the TV and switch input modes to select an external device. For more information about an external device’s connection, refer to the manual supplied with each device. Available external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, camcorders or cameras, gaming devices, and other external devices. NOTE If you record a TV program on a DVD recorder or VCR, make sure to connect the TV signal input cable to the TV through a DVD recorder or VCR. For more information about recording, refer to the manual supplied with the connected device. The external device connection may differ from the model. Connect external devices to the TV by referring to the following table. Connection overview Video Audio Connection type Digital Analog Digital Analog HDMI (highly recommended) Composite...
  • Page 36 MAKING CONNECTIONS Connect various external devices to the ports on the TV’s back panel. Find an external device you want to connect to your TV shown on the following illustration. Check the connection type of the external device. Go to the appropriate illustration and check the connection details. HD Receiver HDMI – See p.37 HDMI – See p.37 Composite – See p.37 Composite – See p.37 Composite – See p.37 Memory storage – See p.37 Memory card reader – See p.37 Camcorder/Camera Gaming device RGB – See p.18 HDMI – See p.37 HDMI – See p.37 Composite – See p.37 Composite – See p.37 NOTE If you connect a gaming device to the TV, use the cable supplied with the gaming device.
  • Page 37: Connecting To A Camcorder, Camera, Hd Receiver, Dvd, Vcr Player Or Gaming Device

    MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a Camcorder, Composite connection Camera, HD receiver, DVD, Transmits the analog video and audio signals from VCR player or Gaming an external device to the TV. Connect the external device device and the TV with the composite cable as shown in the following illustration. Connect a Camcorder, Camera, HD receiver, DVD, VCR player or Gaming device to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI connection 0.5 A USB 5 V Transmits the digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown on the following illustration. NOTE Use a High Speed HDMI™ Cable. High Speed HDMI™ Cables are tested to carry an HD signal up to 1080p and higher. (Not Provided) (MONO) AUDIO Connecting to a USB...
  • Page 38: Teletext

    TELETEXT TELETEXT Simple Text This feature is not available in all countries. Teletext is a free service broadcast by most TV stations which gives up to the minute information Page selection on news, weather, television programmes, share prices and many other topics. The teletext decoder Enter the desired page number as a three-digit of this TV can support the SIMPLE, TOP and number with the NUMBER buttons. If during FASTEXT systems. SIMPLE (standard teletext) selection you press a wrong number, you must consists of a number of pages which are selected complete the three-digit number and then by directly entering the corresponding page re-enter the correct page number. number. TOP and FASTEXT are more modern methods allowing quick and easy selection of The Navigation button can be used to select teletext information. the previous or next page. POWER TV/PC INPUT MUTE I/II Programming a colour button in LIST mode If the TV is in SIMPLE text, TOP text or FASTEXT mode, press the button to switch to LIST mode.
  • Page 39: Top Text

    TELETEXT Top Text Fastext The user guide displays four fields-red, green, The teletext pages are colour coded along the yellow and blue at the bottom of the screen. The bottom of the screen and are selected by pressing yellow field denotes the next group and the blue the corresponding coloured button. field indicates the next block. Page selection Block / Group / Page Selection Press the button to select the index page. You can select the pages which are colour With the Blue button you can progress from coded along the bottom line with corresponding block to block. coloured buttons. Use the Yellow button to proceed to the next group with automatic overflow to the next block. AS with SIMPLE teletext mode, you can select a page by entering its three digit page number With the GHreen button you can proceed to the with the NUMBER buttons in FASTEXT mode. next existing page with automatic overflow to the next group. Alternatively, the button can The or button can be used to select the preceding or following page. be used. The Red button permits you to return to previous selection. Alternatively, the button can be used.
  • Page 40: Special Teletext Function

    TELETEXT Special Teletext Function Reveal Select this menu to display concealed information, such as solutions to riddles or Hold puzzles. Stops the automatic page change which will occur if a teletext page consists of 2 or more sub pages. The number of sub pages and the sub page Index displayed is, usually, shown on the screen below the time. When this menu is selected the Select the each index page. stop symbol is displayed at the top left-hand corner of the screen and the automatic page change is inactive. Update Size Displays the TV picture on the screen while waiting for a new teletext page. The display Selects double height text. will appear at the top left hand corner of the Press this button to enlarge the top half of the screen. When the updated page is available page. then display will change to the page number. Press this button again to enlarge the bottom Select this menu again to view the updated half of the page. teletext page. Press this button again to return to the normal display. MIX Displays the teletext pages superimposed on the TV picture. To switch the TV picture off press this button again.
  • Page 41: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Cabinet and stand Clean your TV regularly to keep the best performance and to extend the product lifespan. To remove dust, wipe the cabinet with a dry and soft cloth. To remove major dirt, wipe the cabinet with a CAUTION soft cloth dampened in a clean water or water Make sure to turn the power off and containing a small amount of mild detergent. disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. When the TV is left unattended and unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord CAUTION from the wall outlet to prevent possible Do not spray liquid onto the surface. If water damage from lightning or power surges. enters the TV, it may result in fire, electric shock, or malfunction. Do not use any chemicals as this may deteriorate the surface. Screen and frame Power cord To remove dust, wipe the surface with a dry and soft cloth. To remove major dirt, wipe the surface with a soft Remove the accumulated dust or dirt on the power cloth dampened in clean water or a diluted mild cord regularly. detergent. Then wipe immediately with a clean and dry cloth. CAUTION Do not push, rub, or hit the surface with your fingernail or a sharp object, as this may result in scratches on the screen and image...
  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING General The Monitor set does not operate properly Problem Resolution The remote control doesn’t work y Check to see if there is any object between the product and the remote control causing obstruction. Ensure you are pointing the remote control y Ensure that the batteries are installed with correct polarity ( to , to ). y Ensure that the correct remote operating mode is set: TV, VCR, etc. y Install new batteries. y Is the sleep timer set? Power is suddenly turned off y Check the power control settings. Power interrupted. y If the TV is switched on and there is no input signal, it will switch off automatically after 15 minutes to save the power consumption. y When a broken file was played in the USB mode, the TV may turn off. Please check the file in your usb storage. The video function does not work. Problem Resolution No picture & No sound...
  • Page 43: Pc Mode

    Now, you have completed switching to the Home use mode. PC mode No image is displayed. Problem Resolution y Adjust brightness and contrast again. Power is on, but the screen appears extremely dark. y The signal cable between PC and product is not connected. Check Does the ‘Check signal cable’ message appear? the signal cable. y Press the ‘INPUT’ button in the remote control to check the input signal. ‘Unknown Product’ message appears when the product is connected. Problem Resolution y Install the product driver, which is provided with the product, or Did you install the driver? download it from the web site. (http://www.lg.com) y See if the plug & play function is supported by referring to the video card user’s guide.
  • Page 44 TROUBLESHOOTING After-image appears on the product. Problem Resolution After-image appears when y If you use a fixed image for a long time, the pixels may be damaged the product is turned off. quickly. Use the screen saver function. Screen Colour is abnormal. Problem Resolution y Set screen Colour resolution to more than 24 bits (true Colour) Select Screen has poor Colour resoluion (16_Colours). control Pane → Display → Settings → Colour Table menu in Windows. y Check the connection status of the signal cable. Screen Colour is unstable or mono Colour. y Several pixels (red, green, white or black Colour) may appear on the Do back spots appear on the screen? screen, which can be attributable to the unique characteristics of the LCD panel. It is not a malfunction of the LCD. The screen image looks abnormal. Problem Resolution y Adjust the Position menu in OSD. From the TV Menu, Choose Is the screen position wrong?
  • Page 45: Specifications

    Video Signal Max. Resolution 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 69 kHz Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 61 Hz Synchronization Type Separate Sync Input Connector RF, CVBS, RGB, HDMI, USB(JPEG, MP3) Power Rated Voltage 19 V 2.0 A Power Consumption On Mode : 27 W (typ.) Sleep Mode 1 W (RGB) Off Mode 0.5 W AC/DC Adapter Manufacturer: LG Innotek, Model: PSAB-L204B Manufacturer: Lien Chang, Model: LCAP25B Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) 508.5mm X 388.2mm X 144.9mm Weight Environmental Operating Temperature 10 °C to 35 °C conditions Operating Humidity 20 % to 80 % Storage Temperature -10 °C to 60 °C Storage Humidity 5 % to 90 % Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
  • Page 46 Max. Resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Recommended Resolution 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz Horizontal Frequency 30 kHz to 69 kHz Vertical Frequency 56 Hz to 61 Hz Synchronization Type Separate Sync Input Connector RF, CVBS, RGB, HDMI, USB(JPEG, MP3) Power Rated Voltage 19 V 2.0 A Power Consumption On Mode : 30 W (typ.) Sleep Mode 1 W (RGB) Off Mode 0.5 W AC/DC Adapter Manufacturer: LG Innotek, Model: PSAB-L101A Manufacturer: Lite-On, Model: PA-1650-64 Dimensions (Width x Height x Depth) 558.6mm x 415.1mm x 144.9mm Weight 3.8 kg Environmental Operating Temperature 10°C to 35 °C conditions Operating Humidity 20 % to 80 % Storage Temperature -10°C to 60 °C Storage Humidity 5 % to 90 % Product specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
  • Page 47 SPECIFICATIONS RGB (PC) supported mode NOTE There may be interference relating to 22MN42A resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or Horizontal Vertical Pixel brightness in PC mode. Change the PC Resolution Frequency Frequency clock mode to another resolution or change the (kHz) (Hz) (MHz) refresh rate to another rate or adjust the 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 25.175 brightness and contrast on the menu until the 800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.0 picture is clear. If the refresh rate of the PC 1024 x 768 48.363 60.0 65.0 graphic card can not be changed, change the 1152 x 864 54.34 60.05 PC graphic card or consult the manufacturer 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.02 108.0 of the PC graphic card.
  • Page 48: Licenses

    Safety Precautions LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information of the licenses, visit www.lg.com. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
  • Page 50 Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product. Keep the Owner’s Manual (CD) in an accessible place for future reference. The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the TV. Record it below should you ever need service.

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