LG Electronics RU-42PX10C manual

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    PLASMATV MODELS: RU-42PX10/10C/10H/11/11C/11H RU-50PX10/10C/10H/11/110/11 H read this manual carefully and completely before for future reference. _er and serial number of the TV in the the back cover and relate this require service,[...]

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    Waming/Caution • iiLJ _......... i arning/Caut on WARNING/CAUTION 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 u[...]

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    Safety Instructions ! nstruc|i, ons f 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 appa- ratus. This information shall [...]

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    Safety Instructions Instructions contin ued 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 fal[...]

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    Introduction Contents Warning/Caution ................................ 2 Safety instructions ............................. 3-4 introduction Controls ............................... 7 Connection Options ...................... 8 Remote Control Key Functions .............. 9 installation installation instruction ...................... 10 Attaching the[...]

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    In troduction ntroduc|ion What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? A plasma display panel is the latest display technology. It is currently 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[...]

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    Introduction - This is a simplified representation of front panel. Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. - This manual explains the features available on the RU-42PX10 series TVs. ON/OFF Button Remote Control Sensor MENU Button CHANNEL (T, A) Buttons TV/VIDEO Button VOLUME (41,_) Buttons Power Standby Indicator Illuminates red in stand[...]

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    In troduction Con n ection Opt ions DVD/DTV input (Component 1-2) Connect a component video/audio device to these jacks. S-VIDEO input 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. Monitor Output Connect a second TV or Monitor[...]

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    Introduction Co n t r o I K e y F U n Ct i O n S - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. MUTE _ Switches the sound on or off. TVVIDEO Selects: TV, Video 1-2, Component 1-2, RGB, and DVI input sources. MULTIMEDIA Selects: Component 1-2, RGB, and DVI input sources._ CAPTION Selects CAPTION mode. VOLUME UP/DOWN [...]

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    Installation !nstaL!ation 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. The speakers shown are optional. It is recommended that RU-42/50PX10/10C/11/11C model only be used at an altitude of less than 3281 feet (lO00m) to get the best quality pi[...]

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    Installation E q U i p m e n t: C o n n ect i o n s Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connections For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. f Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket) J¢i_ wall antenna _ _j_-_ J socket _J_ Bronze Wire I RF coaxial wire (75 ohm) I I i VHF antenna _ Turn clo[...]

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    Installation NOTE: All cables shown are not included with the TV - 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 form[...]

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    Installation HOW tO connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equipment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure. When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red). HOW tO use 1. Select the input source by using the TV/VIDEO but[...]

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    Installation - To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and connect a digital set-top box. or or Digital Set-top Box How to connect Use the TV's COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR) INPUT jacks, RGB or DVl port for video connections, depending on your set-top box connections available. Then, make the corresponding audio connections. HOW tO USe 1. Turn[...]

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    Operation HOW to connect 1. To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to 640x 480, 60Hz. 2. Use the TV's RGB INPUT or DVl (Digital Visual Interface) INPUT port for video connections, depending on your PC connector. . If the graphic card on the PC does not output analog and digital RGB simultaneously, connect only one of eith[...]

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    Operation Operation Turning the TV On * in this manual, the OSD (On Screen Display) may be different from your TV's because it is just an example to help you with the TV operation. 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Press the O ON/OFF button on the TV. At this moment, the TV is switched to standby mode. Press the TV/VIDEO, OH (A / T) button o[...]

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    Operation M e n u 0 p t i 0 n S Auto Program should be used to memorize all the active channels in your area before you are able to use the TV. There are two ways of storing channels in the TV's memory. You can use either. One is called AUTO PROGRAM and the other is called MANUAL PROGRAM. In AUTO PROGRAM mode, the TV will memorize the channels[...]

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    Operation C h a n n e I M e n u 0 p t i o n s c o n t i n u e d - If TV signal reception is poor because you are in a fringe area, set Booster to On. If the picture condition is good, set Booster to Off. - Adjustments for one channel don't affect the adjustment for other channels. Set booster to on or off for each channel separately. 1. Press [...]

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    Operation Picture Menu Opt:ions - APC adjusts the TV to the best picture appearance. - If adjusting picture options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness, or tint) manually, APC automatically changes to Off. 1. Press the APe button repeatedly to select the picture appearance setup option as shown below. , You can also adjust APC in the PICTURE me[...]

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    Operation Picture Menu Options continued Use Fleshtone to select the desired skin color option. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _,/T button to select the PICTURE menu. 2. Press the I_ button and then use A / T button to select Fleshtone. 3. Press the _ button and then use ",_ / _ button to make appropriate adjustments. , The adjustment r[...]

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    Operation So u n d M e n u 0 p t i o n s - This function lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV has the appropriate 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 [...]

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    Operation Sound Menu Options continued - You can adjust sound options Balance, Treble, and Bass to the levels you prefer. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _, / _" button to select the SOUND menu. 2. Press the _" button and then use _, / _" button to select the desired sound option (Balance, Treble, Bass). 3. Press the _ button a[...]

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    Ti met Menu Opt ions Operation Set the time automatically through the PBS broadcast signal. ThePBS channel signal includes information for the current time. Set the clock manually, if the current time is set incorrectly programed by the auto clock function. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / T button to select the TIMER menu. 2. Press the I_[...]

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    Operation Ti m e r M e n u 0 P t i o n s co n t i n u ed - The Sleep -Iqmer turns the TV off at the preset time. Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. 1. Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select the number of preset minutes. First the _zz _n option appears on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer turn off times[...]

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    Operation M e n u Opti o n s The TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by locking out the front panel controls. This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / T button to [...]

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    Operation Special Menu Options continued - Low power reduces the plasma display power consumption. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _,/T button to select the SPECIAL menu. 2. Press the 1_ button and then use _, / V button to select Low power. 3. Press the _ button and then use _, / V button to select On or Off. . When you select On, the screen[...]

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    Operation Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as subtitles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs. Using Closed Captions Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and na[...]

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    Operation M e n u 0 p t i o n s RGB (PC) mode only; This function doesn't work for RGB-DTV mode. - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. - After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, your TV is functioning properly but needs further adjustment. - The Auto con|ig, and Manual con|ig, are not active in DVl m[...]

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    Operation If the image still isn't clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still jittery, adjust the picture Phase manually. - To correct the screen size, adjust Clock. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A / T button to select the SCREEN menu. 2. Press the I_ button and then use A / _" button to select Manual confi[...]

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    Operation Screen Menu Options continued - Use YNR to reduce the picture noise that may appear on the screen. 1. Press the MENU button and then use _, / T button to select the SCREEN menu. 2. Press the _ button and then use _, / _" button to select YNR. 3. Press the _ button and then use _, / _" button to select On or Off. 4. Press the ENT[...]

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    Operation L o c k M e n u Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block pro- gram viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by the type of progra[...]

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    Operation PiP (Pier ure-ln-Piet ure)/Double Window Feature - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs pictures (sources) on your TV screen at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - Double Window mode splits the screen into 2, allowing 2 picture sources to be shown on the TV screen at the same ti[...]

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    External Control Device Setup Control Device Setup Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an AN control system) and control the Monitor's functions externally. Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor back panel. RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with[...]

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    External Control Device Setup - Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. - Refer to 'Real Data Mapping 1'. See page 35. 1. Press the MENU button and then use A/T button to select the SPECIAl, menu. 2. Press the I_ button and then use A / _" button to select Set ID. 3. Press the I_ button and then use 4 / 1_ button to adjust [...]

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    01. Power (Command2:a) To control Power On/Off of the TV. Transmission [[k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] i Data 0 • Power Off 1 • Power On Acknowledgement i[a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] i * In a like manner, if other functions transmit 'FF' data based on this format, Acknowledgement data feedback presents status about each function. 02[...]

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    External Control Device Setup 09. Color (Command2:i) To adjust the screen color. You can also adjust color in the Picture menu. Transmission [[k][i][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr] 1 Data Min:O-Max:64 ® Refer to 'Real data mapping 1 '. See page 35. Acknowledqement [i_ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 1 10. Tint (Command2:j) I_ To adjust the screen tint[...]

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    18. Bass (Command2:s) To adjust bass. You can also adjust bass in the Sound menu. Transmission i[k][s][ ][Set IU][ ][Uata][Cr] i Data Min: 0 - Max: 64 ® Refer to 'Real data mapping 1 '. See page 35. Acknowledgement i[s][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] i 19. Balance (Command2:t) To adjust balance. You can also adjust balance in the Sound menu.[...]

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    External Control Device Setup 26. ISM Method (Command2:p) To avoid having a fixed image remain on screen. Transmission [[j][p][ ][Set Ia][ ][Uata][Cr] ] Data O: Normal 2: Orbiter 1 : White wash 3: Inversion Acknowledgement i[p] [ ][Set IU][ ][OK][Uata][x] 1 27. Low Power (Command2:q) To control the low power function on/off. Transmission [[j][q][ ][...]

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    I R Cod e s IR Codes Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the Monitor. Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz Tc m_--]mjm[m I-,.,-t Tt Configuration of frame " 1st frame I Lead Low custom code _e CO C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 C7 o Repeat frame __J _ Repeat code Lead code __J 9 ms Carrier frequ[...]

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    IR Codes Code(Hexa) OO 01 02 03 08 C4 C5 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 OB 98 D6 5A DO BF D4 C6 D5 OE 43 44 4D 52 60 61 63 64 62 71 72 7B 79 76 77 AF 1E 1A 54 55 0A 39 99 Function CH (_,) CH (_') VOL (_) VOL (4) POWER POWER ON POWER OFF MUTE Number Key 0 Number Key 1 Number Key 2 Number Key 3 Number Key 4 Number Key 5 Number Key 6 Number Key[...]

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    Troubleshooting Checklist Tr o u b I e s h o ot i n g C h e c k I is t iiii ! i i ¸ ! i if' .o p_ct°ro .o,ou. , Check whether the TV is turned on. , Is the power cord inserted into wall power outlet? • Test the wall power outlet, plug another product's power cord into the outlet where the TV's power cord was plugged in. • Press[...]

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    Maintenance &Specification ...................... 8i n|:enance - 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 unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. 1. Here's a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while[...]

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    Your LG Plasma TV will be repaired or replaced in accordance with the terms of this warranty, at LGE's option, if it proves to be defective in material OF workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period ("Warranty Period") listed below, effective from the date ("Date of Purchase") of original consumer purchase of t[...]

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    THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO: ® damage caused in shipping or transit ® service required as a result of improper installation, including incorrect or insufficient AC supply (please consult the owner's manual for power supply requirements) ® installation or repair of antenna systems, cable con- verters, cable company supplied equip[...]