LG 42PG3 Series User manual

Please read this manual carefully before operating
your TV
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the TV.
Refer to the label on the back cover and quote this
information
To your dealer when requiring service.
PLASMA TV
OWNER’S MANUAL
PLASMA TV MODELS
4422PPGG******
5500PPGG******
ENGLISH

ACCESSORIES
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ACCESSORIES
Ensure that the following accessories are included with our TV.
If an accessor is missing, please contact the dealer where ou purchased the product.
Owner’s Manual
Remote Control
Power Cord
Polishing Cloth
Polishing cloth for use
on the screen
*Lightly wipe any stains or fingerprints
on the surface of the V with the polish-
ing cloth.
Do not use excessive force. his may
cause scratching or discolouration.
MUTE
TIMEMACHINE
AVMODE
FAV
TV
INPUT
STB
POWER
MENU
P
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456
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LIST
Q.VIEW
TIME SIZE
REV
INDEX
HOLD
TEXT
PIP
EXIT LIVETV
REC/STOP
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MARK
SWAP
PIPINPUT
POSITION
I/II
OK
PIP PR
his feature is not available for all models.
Batteries
protection cover
(Refer to p.7)
x 4
Bolts for stand assembly
(Refer to p.7)
Cable management clip
(Refer to p.9)
42PG3*** : 1EA
50PG3*** : 2EA
Cable Holder
(only 42PG3***)

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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Remote Control Key Functions................................. 0
Turning on the TV....................................................... 2
Programme Selection ................................................. 2
Volume Adjustment...................................................... 2
On Screen Menus Selection and Adjustment.......
Auto Programme Tuning............................................ 4
Manual Programme Tuning ....................................... 5
Fine Tuning ..................................................................... 6
Assigning a Station Name.......................................... 7
Booster............................................................................ 8
Programme Edit ........................................................... 9
Favourite Programme.................................................. 40
Calling the Programme List....................................... 41
Input Source Selection................................................42
Key lock.......................................................................... 4
AV Mode........................................................................ 44
................................................................. 45
WA CHING V / PROGRAMME CON ROL
AACCCCEESSSSOORRIIEESS.....................................................1
PREPARA ION
Home Menu......................................................................4
Front Panel Controls..................................................... 5
Back Panel Information ................................................ 6
Stand Installation........................................................... 7
Not Using The Desk-type Stand............................... 7
Please set it up carefully so the product
does not fall over.............................................................8
Back Cover for Wire Arrangement ............................ 9
Swivel Stand .................................................................... 9
Desktop Pedestal Installation................................... 10
Wall Mount: Horizontal installation........................ 10
Antenna Connection................................................... 11
EX ERNAL EQUIPMEN SE UP
HD Receiver Setup .......................................................12
DVD Setup..................................................................... 15
VCR Setup ..................................................................... 17
Other A/V Source Setup .......................................... 20
AV Output Setup......................................................... 21
External Stereo Setup................................................. 21
USB in Setup .................................................................22
PC Setup........................................................................2
- Screen Setup for PC Mode................................26
PREPARA ION
IME MACHINE
TimeShift Mode(Pause & Replay of Live TV)...... 48
Format hard disk............................................................51
Instant Recording .........................................................52
Manual Record ..............................................................54
Schedule List..................................................................55
Record Quality...............................................................55
To use the USB device................................................56
Recorded TV Programme List....................................58
USB Backup ..................................................................61
Photo List........................................................................64
Music List........................................................................68
Movie List........................................................................71
Subtitle............................................................................7
DivX Registration Code ..............................................74

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CONTENTS
Watching PIP(Picture-in-Picture)..............................75
Picture Size (Aspect Ratio)Control .........................77
Preset Picture Settings
- Picture Mode-Preset............................................79
- Auto Colour Temperature Control(Warm/Medium/Cool) ..80
Manual Picture Adjustment
- Picture Mode-User option.................................81
- Colour Temperature - User option..................82
-
Picture Improvement Technology ...................8
Demo .................................................................84
Advanced - Cinema......................................................85
Advanced - Black(Darkness) Level...........................86
Picture Reset..................................................................87
Image Sticking Minimization(ISM) Method ..........88
Low-Power Picture Mode............................................89
SOUND & LANGUAGE CON ROL
Auto Volume Leveler....................................................90
Preset Sound Settings - Sound Mode ....................91
Sound Setting Adjustment - User Mode ...............92
Balance............................................................................9
TV Speakers On/Off Setup.......................................94
I/II
- Stereo/Dual Reception.......................................95
- NICAM Reception................................................96
- Speaker Sound Output Selection....................96
On-Screen Menu Language Selection ...................... 97
PIC URE CON ROL
APPENDIX
Troubleshooting..........................................................105
Maintenance ...............................................................107
Product Specifications..............................................108
Programming the Remote Control ...................... 109
IR Codes.........................................................................111
External Control Through RS-2 2C ......................11
IME SE ING
Clock Setup....................................................................98
Auto On/Off Timer Setting .......................................99
Sleep Timer Setting ...................................................100
Auto Shut-off Setting.................................................101
ELE EX
Switch On/Off ...........................................................102
SIMPLE Text .................................................................102
TOP Text.......................................................................10
FASTEXT.......................................................................10
Special Teletext Functions .......................................104

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HOME MENU
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
This menu is a contents guide.
In Home Menu, ou enter the Recorded list of TIME MACHINE, Manual Recording of TIME MACHINE,
Schedule List ,Photo List, Music List, Movie List or TV Menu.
MUTE
FAV
TV
INPUT
STB
POWER
P
MENU EXIT LIVE TV
TIME MACHINE
AV MODE
REC/STOP
MARK
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Gpp..4488
Gpp..6644~7722
Recorded TV
Manual Record
Schedule List
Photo List
Music List
Movie List
TV Menu
HIGH
NORMAL
TIME MACHINE
TIME MACHINE
Free Space
40h 22m
68h 52m

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FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
PREPARATION
■
This is a simplified representation of the front panel. Image shown may differ from your TV.
■
If your TV has a protection film attached, remove the film and then wipe the product with a polishing cloth.
PROGRAMMEVOLUMEMENU OKINPUT
P
-+
OK
MENU
INPUT
P
-+
OK
MENU
INPUT
Remote Control Sensor
POWER Button
Power/Standb Indicator
• illuminates red in standby mode.
• illuminates green when the TV is
switched on.
P
- +
OK
OK
MENU
MENU
INPUT
INPUT

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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
BACK PANEL INFORMATION
A
Image shown may differ from your TV.
Power Cord Socket
This TV operates on an AC power. The voltage is
indicated on the Specifications page. Never
attempt to operate the TV on DC power.
HDMI/DVI IN 1, HDMI IN 2/3
Connect a HDMI signal to HDMI IN. Or DVI (VIDEO)
signal to HDMI/DVI port with DVI to HDMI cable.
RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE)
Connect to the RS-2 2C port on a PC.
RGB IN (PC)
Connect the output from a PC.
AUDIO (RGB/DVI)
Connect the audio from a PC or DTV.
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
Connect an external amplifier or add a subwoofer
to your surround sound system.
AV (Audio/Video) IN 1
Connect audio/video output from an external
device to these jacks.
AV OUT
Connect second TV or monitor to the AV OUT
socket on the TV.
Component Input
Connect a component video/audio device to
these jacks.
Antenna Input
Connect RF antenna to this jack.
AV (Audio/Video) IN 2
Connect audio/video output from an external
device to these jacks.
S-VIDEO
Connect S-Video out from an S-VIDEO device.
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L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
HDMI INHDMI/DVI IN
1 2
AUDIO
(RGB/DVI)
AV IN 1
AV OUT
L/
L/
MONO
MONO
R
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO
COMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
12
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
2
3
25
10689
43
2
11
7
USB Input

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PREPARATION
STAND INSTALLATION
NOT USING THE DESK-TYPE STAND
When installing the wall-mounted unit, use the protec-
tion cover for desk-t pe stand installation.
■
Image shown may differ from your TV.
A
Image shown may differ from your TV.
only 42PG3***
Carefully place the TV screen side down on a
cushioned surface to protect the screen from
damage.
Assemble the TV as shown.
Fix the 4 bolts securely using the holes in the
back of the TV.
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
PLEASE SET IT UP CAREFULLY SO THE PRODUCT DOES NOT
FALL OVER.
AYou should purchase necessar components to fix the TV to the wall on the market.
APosition the TV close to the wall to avoid the possibilit of it falling when pushed.
AThe instructions shown below are a safer wa to set up the TV, which is to fix it to the wall, avoiding the
possibilit of it falling forwards if pulled. This will prevent the TV from falling forward and causing injur .
This will also prevent the TV from damage. Ensure that children do not climb or hang from the TV.
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G When moving the TV undo the cords first.
G Use a platform or cabinet string and large enough to support the size and weight of the TV.
G To use the TV safel make sure that the height of the bracket on the wall and on the TV is the same.
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2
Use the eye-bolts or TV brackets/bolts to fix the product to the wall as shown in the picture.
(If your TV has bolts in the eyebolts, loosen then bolts.)
* Insert the eye-bolts or TV brackets/bolts and tighten them securely in the upper holes.
Secure the wall brackets with bolts to the wall.
Ensure that both brackets are even.
3Use a strong cord to secure the TV.
Secure the cord in such a way that it becomes taught when the TV is in position.
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PREPARATION
BACK COVER FOR WIRE ARRANGEMENT
SWIVEL STAND
After installing the TV, ou can adjust the TV set
manuall to the left or right direction b 20
degrees to suit our viewing position.
How to remove the cable management clip
■
Image shown may differ from your TV.
Connect the cables as necessary.
To connect additional equipment, see the
EX ERNAL EQUIPMEN SE UP section.
Install the CABLE MANAGEMEN CLIP as
shown.
If your TV has the CABLE HOLDER, install it
as shown and bundle the cables.
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GGDo not use the CABLE MANAGEMEN CLIP to lift the TV.
- If the TV is dropped, you may be injured or the TV may be damaged.
Hold the CCAABBLLEE MMAANNAAGGEEMMEENNTT CCLLIIPPwith
both hands and pull it upward.
CABLE MANAGEMEN CLIP
CABLE HOLDER

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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
AThe TV can be installed in various wa s such as on a wall, or on a desktop etc.
A The TV is designed to be mounted horizontall .
Power Supply
Circuit breaker
EAR HING
Ensure that you connect the earth 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 earth the TV by connecting it to telephone
wires, lightening rods or gas pipes (comma incorrect).
DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION
PR
VOL
OK
MENU
INPUT
For adequate ventilation allow a clearance of 4” (10cm) all around the TV.
4 inches
4 inches 4 inches 4 inches
WALL MOUNT: HORIZONTAL INSTALLATION
For adequate ventilation allow a clearance of 4” (10cm) all around the TV. We recommend that ou use a wall
mounting bracket of LG brand when mounting the TV to a wall.
4 inches
4 inches
4 inches
4 inches
4 inches

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L/MONO
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AUDIO
VIDEO
L
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AUDIO
VIDEO
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PREPARATION
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L/MONO
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AUDIO
VIDEO
L
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AUDIO
VIDEO
■For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction.
■An antenna cable and converter are not supplied.
■To prevent damage do not connect to the mains outlet until all connections are made between the devices.
Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments
(Connect to wall antenna socket)
Single-family Dwellings /Houses
(Connect to wall jack for outdoor antenna)
Outdoor
Antenna
(VHF, UHF)
Wall
Antenna
Socket
RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm)
ANTENNA CONNECTION
Antenna
UHF
Signal
Amplifier
VHF
■In poor signal areas, to achieve better picture quality it may be necessary to install a signal amplifier to the
antenna as shown above.
■If signal needs to be split for two TVs,use an antenna signal splitter for connection.
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L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
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AUDIO
VIDEO

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
HD RECEIVER SETUP
USB IN
AV IN 2
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
ANTEN
IN
ANTEN
IN
COMPONENT INCOMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
UTUT
COMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
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1 2
Connecting with a component cable
Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR)of the digital set
top box to the CCOOMMPPOONNEENNTT IINN VVIIDDEEOOjacks on the
TV.
Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to
the CCOOMMPPOONNEENNTT IINN AAUUDDIIOOjacks on the TV.
Turn on the digital set-top box.
(Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box.)
Select Component1 input source using the IINNPPUUTT
button on the remote control.
If connected to CCOOMMPPOONNEENNTT IINN22, select
Component2 input source.
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Signal
480i/576i
480p/576p
720p/1080i
1080p(50/60Hz)
Component 1/2
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2,
HDMI
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
■To avoid damaging an equipment, never plug in an power cords until ou have finished connecting all equipment.

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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
USB IN
AV IN 2
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
RG
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
COMPONCOMPON
VIDEO
1
2
AV IN 1AV IN 1 AV OUTAV OUT
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
HDMI INHDMI/DVI IN
1 2
HDMI-DTV OUTPUT
1
1
Connecting with a HDMI cable
Connect the HDMI output of the digital set-top box to
the HHDDMMII//DDVVII IINN 11,HHDDMMII IINN 22 or HHDDMMII IINN
jack on the TV.
Select HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2 or HDMI3 input source
using the IINNPPUUTTbutton on the remote control.
Turn on the digital set-top box.
(Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box.)
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
USB IN
AV IN 2
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
12
HDMI INHDMI INHDMI/DVI INHDMI/DVI IN
12
ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
IN
RGB IN (PC)
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
COMPONENT INCOMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
AV IN 1AV IN 1 AV OUTAV OUT
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
AUDIO
(RGB/DVI)
AUDIO
(RGB/DVI)
HDMI/DVI INHDMI/DVI IN
1
HDMI/DVI IN
1
12
Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HHDDMMII//DDVVII IINN 11 jack on the TV.
Connect the audio output of the digital set-top box to the AAUUDDIIOO((RRGGBB//DDVVII)) jack on the TV.
Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner’s manual for the digital set-top box.)
Select HDMI1/DVI input source using the IINNPPUUTTbutton on the remote control.
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Connecting with a HDMI to DVI cable

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DVD SETUP
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
ANTE
IN
ANTE
IN
COMPONENT INCOMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
OUTOUT
COMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
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Connecting with a component cable
Component Input ports
To achieve better picture qualit , connect a DVD pla er to the component input ports as shown below.
Component ports on the TV
YPBPR
Video output ports
on DVD player
Y
Y
Y
Y
PB
B-Y
Cb
Pb
PR
R-Y
Cr
Pr
Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR)of the DVD to the
CCOOMMPPOONNEENNTT IINN VVIIDDEEOOjacks on the TV.
Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the CCOOMMPPOO--
NNEENNTT IINN AAUUDDIIOOjacks on the TV.
Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.
Select Component11 input source using the IINNPPUUTTbut-
ton on the remote control.
If connected to CCOOMMPPOONNEENNTT IINN22, select Component2
input source.
Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
Connecting with an S-Video cable
Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD to the SS--
VVIIDDEEOOinput on the TV.
Connect the audio outputs of the DVD to the AAUUDDIIOO
input jacks on the TV.
Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.
Select AV 2 input source using the IINNPPUUTTbutton on
the remote control.
Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating
instructions.
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LR
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
OUTPUT
SWITCH
ANT IN
ANT OUT
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RG
COMPONCOMPON
VIDEO
1
2
AV IN 1AV IN 1 AV OUTAV OUT
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
HDMI INHDMI/DVI IN
1 2
HDMI-DVD OUTPUT
1
Connecting the HDMI cable
Connect the HDMI output of the DVD to the
HHDDMMII//DDVVII IINN 11,HHDDMMII IINN 22 or HHDDMMII IINN jack
on the TV.
Select HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2 or HDMI3 input source
using the IINNPPUUTTbutton on the remote control.
Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating
instructions.
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GGTV can receive the video and audio signal simultaneously
with using a HDMI cable.
GGIf the DVD player does not support Auto HDMI, you must
set the output resolution appropriately.
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VCR SETUP
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
COMPONENT INCOMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
UTUT
ANTENNA
IN
OUTPUT
SWITCH
ANT IN
R
S-VIDEO VIDEO
ANT OUT L
L/MONO
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
Wall Jack
Antenna
1
Connecting with a RF Cable
■To avoid picture noise (interference), allow adequate distance between the VCR and TV.
■T picall a frozen still picture from a VCR. If 4:3 picture format is used for an extended period the fixed
images on the sides of the screen ma remain visible.
Connect the AANNTT OOUUTTsocket of the VCR to the AANNTTEENNNNAA IINNsocket on the TV.
Connect the antenna cable to the AANNTT IINNsocket of the VCR.
Press the PPLLAAYYbutton on the VCR and match the appropriate programme between the TV and VCR for
viewing.
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EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP
Connecting with a RCA cable
HDMI INHDMI INHDMI/DVI INHDMI/DVI IN
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ANTENNA
IN
ANTENNA
IN
AUDIO
(RGB/DVI)
RGB IN (PC)
VARIABLE AUDIO OUT
COMPONENT INCOMPONENT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
1
2
AV IN 1AV IN 1 AV OUTAV OUT
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
L/MONO
R
AUDIOAUDIO
VIDEOVIDEO
LR
S-VIDEO VIDEO
OUTPUT
SWITCH
ANT IN
ANT OUT
Connect the AAUUDDIIOO/VVIIDDEEOOjacks between TV and VCR. Match the jack colours (Video = yellow,
Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red)
Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner’s manual.)
Select AV 1 input source using the IINNPPUUTTbutton on the remote control.
If connected to AAVV IINN22, select AV 2 input source.
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GGIf you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable from the VCR to the AAUUDDIIOO LL//MMOONNOOjack
of the TV.
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