LG 26LG30 Series User manual

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.
LCD TV PLASMA TV
OWNER’S MANUAL
LCD TV MODEL
26LG30 37LG50
32LG30 42LG50
37LG30 47LG50
42LG30 52LG50
32LG60 32LG70
37LG60 42LG70
42LG60 47LG70
47LG60 52LG70
52LG60
PLASMA TV MODELS
42PG10 50PG60F
50PG10 60PG60F
42PG20 42PG20C
50PG20 50PG20C
P/NO : SAC30708020 (0711-REV00)
www.lgusa.com / www.lg.ca / www.lgcommercial.com
As an ENERGY STAR
Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc.
has determined that this
product meets the
ENERGY STAR guidelines
for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR is a set of power-saving
guidelines issued by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency(EPA).

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WARNING / CAUTION
WARNING / CAUTION
To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
FCC NOTICE
Class B digital device
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
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.
Unauthorized modification could void the user’s
authority to operate this product
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 sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING/CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National
Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system
of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry
as practical.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 apparatus.
This information shall be given in a language acceptable to the country where the apparatus is intended to be used.
The important safety instructions shall be entitled “Important Safety Instructions”. The following safety
instructions shall be included where applicable, and, when used, shall be verbatim as follows. Additional safety
information may be included by adding statements after the end of the following safety instruction list. At the
manufacturer’s option, a picture or drawing that illustrates the intent of a specific safety instruction may be
placed immediately adjacent to that safety instruction:
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers)that produce heat.
When mounting a TV it on the wall, make sure
not to install TV by hanging power and signal
cables on the back of the TV.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong, The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
Unplug this apparatus when unused for long
periods of time.
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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.
Never touch this apparatus or antenna during
a thunder or lighting storm.
Do not allow a impact shock or any objects to
fall into the product, and do not drop onto the
screen with something.
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.
CAUTION concerning the Power Cord :
Most appliances recommend they be placed
upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet
circuit which powers only that appliance and
has no additional outlets or branch circuits.
Check the specification page of this owner's
manual to be certain.
Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall
outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension
cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or
cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of
these conditions could result in electric shock
or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your
appliance, and if its appearance indicates dam-
age or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use
of the appliance, and have the cord replaced
with an exact replacement part by an authorized
servicer. Protect the power cord from physical
or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,
kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked
upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall
outlets, and the point where the cord exits the
appliance.
Outdoor use marking :
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or elec-
tric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
Wet Location Marking : Apparatus shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on or over apparatus.
GROUNDING
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 unit by connecting it
to telephone wires, lightening rods, or gas pipes.
DISCONNECTING DDEVICE FFROM MMAINS
Mains plug is the disconnecting device. The
plug must remain readily operable.
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Supply
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Breaker

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CONTENTS
WARNING / CAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FEATURE OF THIS TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
PREPARATION
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front Panel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Back Panel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Stand Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Back Cover for Wire Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Desktop Pedestal Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
VESA Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Swivel Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Not Using the Desk-Type Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Attaching the TV to a Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
How to join the TV Assemble to the wall to protect
the TV tumbling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Antenna or Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
HD Receiver Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Other A/V Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
USB In Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Audio Out Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL
Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Turning On TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Volume Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Quick Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Installation Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
On-Screen Menus Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Channel Setup
- Auto Scan (Auto Tuning) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
- Add / Delete Channel (Manual Tuning) . . . . . . 49
- Channel Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Input List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Input Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
AV Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
SimpLink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
USB
Entry Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Photo List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Music List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
PICTURE CONTROL
Picture Size (Aspect Ratio) Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Preset Picture Settings
- Picture Mode - Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
- Color Tone - Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Manual Picture Adjustment
- Picture Mode - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
- Color Tone - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Picture Improvement Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Advanced - Black (Darkness) Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Advanced - Eye Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Advanced - Film Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Advanced - TruMotion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
TruMotion Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Picture Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Image Sticking Minimization (ISM) Method . . . . . . . 78
Power Saving Picture Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL
Auto Volume Leveller (Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Preset Sound Setting (Sound Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Clear Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
TV Speakers On/Off Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Audio Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
On-Screen Menus Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Caption Mode
- Analog Broadcasting System Captions . . . . . . . 90
- Digital Broadcasting System Captions . . . . . . . . 91
- Caption Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
TIME SETTING
Clock Setting
- Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
- Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Auto On/Off Timer Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Sleep Timer Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Auto Shut-off Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS
Set Password & Lock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Channel Blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Movie & TV Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
Downloadable Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
External Input Blocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 8
Key lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
APPENDIX
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Programming the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
IR Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
External Control Through RS-232C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121

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FEATURE OF THIS TV
is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under
license from SRS Labs, Inc.
LG TV with this logo can play MP3 music from a MP3
player, such as iPOD, and JPEG images from a digital
camera through the USB device.
With HDMI CEC support of LG’s audio/video device
connected to the HDMI (high-definition multimedia
interface), LG TV with this logo works easily with one
remote control.
It has three HDMI ports that connect audio and video
devices with one cable and produces the highest qual-
ity digital images and sound.
It has 2 HDMI ports that connect audio and video
devices with one cable and produces the highest
quality digital images and sound.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“ Dolby “and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
High-definition television. High-resolution digital tele-
vision broadcast and playback system composed of
roughly a million or more pixels, 16:9 aspect-ratio
screens, and AC3 digital audio. A subset of digital
television, HDTV formats include 1080i and 720p res-
olutions.
LG's own special digital image generator, consisting of
a full digital image processor, six different main picture
quality factors.
FOR LCD TV
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If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when it is turned on. This is normal, there is
nothing wrong with TV.
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Some minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots. However, they
have no adverse effect on the monitor's performance.
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Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time. Doing so may produce
some temporary distortion effects on the screen.
On Disposal
a. The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.
b. Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.
c. Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority.

PREPARATION
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PREPARATION
ACCESSORIES
Ensure that the following accessories are included with your product. If an accessory is missing, please contact
the dealer where you purchased the product.
User must use shielded signal interface cables (D-sub 15 pin cable) with ferrite cores to maintain standard
compliance for the product.
The accessories can be different from the figures shown here.
Option EExtras
For LLCD TTVmmodels
Cable Management
Clip
For PPlasma TTVmmodels
Cable Management Clip
Protection Cover
(Refer to P.19)
(This accessories can be different from the figures
shown here depending on your models.)
* Slightly wipe stained spot on the exterior only with the
polishing cloth for the product exterior if there is stain or
fingerprint on surface of the exterior.
* Do not wipe roughly when removing stain. Please be cau-
tions of that excessive pressure may cause scratch or dis-
coloration.
Polishing Cloth
(This feature is not available
for all models.)
Copyright©2007 LGE,
AllRights Reserved.
D-sub 15 pin Cable
1.5V 1.5V
Owner’s Manual Power Cord 75ohm Round Cable
Remote Control,
Batteries
INPUT
FAV
MUTE
TV
STB
POWER
Q.MENUMENU
AVMODE
RETURN
ENTER
VOLCH
123
456
78
0
9
FLASHBK
P
A
G
E
DVD
VCR
CD Manual
(Only 26/32/37/42LG30,
37/42LG50)
(Only 32/37/42/47/52LG60)(Only 26/32LG30,
32LG50)
Bolts for stand
assembly
(Refer to P.15)
7-Bolts for stand
assembly
(Refer to P.15)
Screw for stand
fixing
(Refer to P.19)
x 4 x 4
or

PREPARATION
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FRONT PANEL INFORMATION
PREPARATION
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Image shown may differ from your TV
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NOTE: If your product has a protection tape attached, remove the tape.
And then wipe the product with a cloth (If a polishing cloth is included with your product, use it).
Plasma TV Model
CH
VOL
MENU
INPUT ENTER
INPUT
Button
MENU
Button
ENTER
Button
VOLUME
(-, +) Buttons
CHANNEL
(EE,D)Buttons
Remote Control Sensor
POWER Button
Power/Standby Indicator
Illuminates red in standby mode.
Illuminates green when the set is
switched on.