Lg 26LG40 User Manual

Please read this manual carefully before operatingyour set and retain it for future reference.Write the model number and serial number from thelabel o

PREPARATION8FRONT PANEL INFORMATIONPREPARATION Image shown may differ from your TV. NOTE: If your TV has a protection tape attached, remove the tape.A

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING98PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSTV Rating General- Only for USABased on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you and your

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING99TV Rating English- Only for CANADASelecting canadian english language rating system.Select TTVV RRaattiinngg--EEnngglliiss

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING100PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSTV Rating French- Only for CANADASelecting canadian french language rating system.Select TTVV R

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING101DOWNLOADABLE RATINGThis function may become available in the future and will be available only for digital channel signals

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING102PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSEXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKINGEnables you to block an input.Select IInnppuutt BBlloocckk.Select input

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING103KEY LOCKThe TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control. This feature can be used to prevent unau

APPENDIX104APPENDIXTROUBLESHOOTINGTThhee ooppeerraattiioonn ddooeess nnoott wwoorrkk nnoorrmmaallllyy..TThhee vviiddeeoo ffuunnccttiioonn ddoo

APPENDIX105TThheerree iiss aa pprroobblleemm iinn PPCC mmooddee.. ((OOnnllyy PPCC mmooddee aapppplliieedd)) Adjust resolution, horizontal fr

APPENDIX106APPENDIXMAINTENANCEEarly malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you enjoyyour new TV. Ca

APPENDIX107PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS The specifications shown above may be changed without prior notice for quality improvement.MODELSAC100-240V ~ 50/60H

PREPARATION9BACK PANEL INFORMATION Image shown may differ from your TV.R( )COMPONENT INAUDIO(RGB/DVI)RGB(PC)REMOTECONTROL INANTENNA/CABLE I

APPENDIX108PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROLAPPENDIXThe provided universal remote control can be programmed to operate most remote-controllable devices.N

APPENDIX109Remote Control CodeBrand Codes Brand Codes Brand CodesAIWA 034A K A I 016 0 43 046 12412 5 146AMPRO 072ANAM 031 033 103AUDIO DYNAMICS012 02

APPENDIX110APPENDIXBrand Codes Brand Codes Brand CodesALPHASTAR DSR 123AMPLICA 050BIRDVIEW 051 126 129CHANNEL MASTER013 014 015 018036 055CHAPARRAL 00

APPENDIX111IR CODES Configuration of frame 1st frameRepeat frame Lead code Repeat code BBiitt ddeessccrriippttiioonn FFrraammee iinntteerrvvaall::

APPENDIX112APPENDIXCodeFunction Note(Hexa)CodeFunction Note(Hexa)08 POWERRemote control Button (Power On/Off)45 Q.MENU Remote control Button43 MENU Re

APPENDIX113EXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232CRS-232C SetupThe RS-232C port allows you connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such

APPENDIX114RS-232C ConfigurationsAPPENDIXUse this function to specify a TV ID number. Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping1’. GGpp..111188.Either cable below c

APPENDIX115Command Reference ListCCOOMMMMAANNDD11 CCOOMMMMAANNDD2219. Channel TuningDATA(Hexadecimal)CCOOMMMMAANNDD11 CCOOMMMMAANNDD22DATA(Hexadecimal

APPENDIX116APPENDIXTransmission / Receiving ProtocolTTrraannssmmiissssiioonn[Command 1] : First command to control the set.(j, k, m or x)[Command 2]

APPENDIX1170011.. PPoowweerr ((CCoommmmaanndd:: kk aa))To control Power On/Off of the TV.Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr]Data 00: Powe

PREPARATION10PREPARATIONSTAND INSTRUCTION Image shown may differ from your TV.Assemble the parts of the SSTTAANNDD BBOODDYYwith CCOOVVEERR BBAASSEEo

APPENDIX118APPENDIX1122.. OOSSDD SSeelleecctt ((CCoommmmaanndd:: kk ll))To select OSD (On Screen Display) on/off.Transmission [k][l][ ][Set ID][

APPENDIX119Data5:The table above lists the binary code which must beconverted to Hexadecimal before sending. For example:The binary code to tune the s

APPENDIX120OPEN SOURCE LICENSE - This feature is not available for all models.APPENDIXCopyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc.,

APPENDIX121b) You must cause any work that you distribute or publish,that in whole or in part contains or is derived from theProgram or any par

APPENDIX122APPENDIX7. If, as a consequence of a court judgment or allegation ofpatent infringement or for any other reason (not limited topa

APPENDIX123END OF TERMS AND CONDITIONSHow to apply these terms to your new programsIf you develop a new program, and you want it to be of the great-es

APPENDIX124APPENDIXCopyright (C) 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 51Franklin Street, Fifth Floor, Boston, MA 02110-1301 USA

APPENDIX125Although the Lesser General Public License is Less protective ofthe users' freedom, it does ensure that the user of a program thatis l

APPENDIX126APPENDIX3. You may opt to apply the terms of the ordinary GNU GeneralPublic License instead of this License to a given copy of theLibrary.

APPENDIX127For an executable, the required form of the "work that usesthe library" must include any data and utility programs need-ed for re

PREPARATION11CABLE MANAGEMENT Image shown may differ from your TV.Align the hole with the tab on the CCAABBLLEEMMAANNAAGGEEMMEENNTT CCLLIIPP.T

APPENDIX128APPENDIXIf the library does not specify a license version number, youmay choose any version ever published by the Free SoftwareFoundation.1

APPENDIX1291.Definitions.1.0.1. “Commercial use” means distribution or otherwise makingthe covered code available to a third party.1.1. “Contributor”

APPENDIX130APPENDIX(c) the licenses granted in this section 2.1(a) and (b) areeffective on the date Initial developer first distributesoriginal code u

APPENDIX131(c) Representations.contributor represents that, except as disclosed pursuantto section 3.4(a) above, contributor believes that contributor

APPENDIX132APPENDIX7. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY.COVERED CODE IS PROVIDED UNDER THIS LICENSEON AN “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANYKIND,

APPENDIX13311. MISCELLANEOUS.This license represents the complete agreement concerningsubject matter hereof. If any provision of this license

PREPARATION12DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATIONPREPARATIONGGEnsure adequate ventilation by following the clearance recommendations.GGDo not mount near or a

PREPARATION13VESA WALL MOUNTINGInstall your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, pleasec

PREPARATION14SECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLINGWHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STANDPREPARATIONWe recommend that you set up the TV close to a wal

PREPARATION15ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION1. Antenna (Analog or Digital)Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable BoxConnections.For optimu

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP16EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPHD RECEIVER SETUPThis TV can receive digital over-the-air or digital cable signals without an extern

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP17Connect the digital set-top box to HHDDMMII//DDVVII IINN11,22, or 33 jack on the TV.No separate audio connection is nece

AWARNING / CAUTIONWARNING / CAUTIONTo prevent fire or shock hazards, do not exposethis product to rain or moisture.FCC NOTICEClass B digital

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP18EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPDVI to HDMI Connection( )( )COMPONENT INAUDIO(RGB/DVI)RGB(PC)REMOTECONTROL INR

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP19DVD SETUPComponent ConnectionComponent Input portsTo get better picture quality, connect a DVD player to the component input

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP20EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPS-Video Connection( )( )T INAUDIO(RGB/DVI)GB(PC)REMOTECONTROL INANTENNA/CABLE

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP21VCR SETUPAntenna Connection To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. If the

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP22EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPComposite (RCA) ConnectionGGIf you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable fromthe VCR to the AAUUD

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP23OTHER A/V SOURCE SETUPAV IN 2L/MONORAUDIOVIDEOHDMI IN 3 USB INL RVIDEOCamcorderVideo Game SetConnect the AAUUDDIIOO/VVIIDDE

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP24AUDIO OUT CONNECTIONEXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPSend the TV’s audio to external audio equipment via the Audio Output port.(

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP25PC SETUPThis TV provides Plug and Play capability, no display driver is needed.VGA (D-Sub 15 pin) ConnectionCOMPONENT INREMO

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP26EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP1. How to connectConnect the DVI output of the PC to the HHDDMMII//DDVVIIIINN11, 22, or 33 jack on

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP27GGTo get the the best picture quality, adjust the PCgraphics card to 1360x768.GGDepending on the graphics card, DOS mode ma

1IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead these instructions.Keep these instructions.Heed all warnings.Follow all instructions.Do not use

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP28EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPScreen Setup for PC modeSelecting ResolutionYou can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The PPooss

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP29Auto ConfigureAutomatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is stil

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP30EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPAdjustment for screen Position, Size, and PhaseIf the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP31Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values)Returns PPoossiittiioonn, SSiizzee, and PPhhaasseeto the default factory sett

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL32REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONSWATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLWhen using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL33Installing Batteries Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and installthe batteries matching correct pola

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL34TURNING ON TVWATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLNOTE!GGIf you intend to be away on vacation, disconnect the power plug from t

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL35QUICK MENU / FAVORITE CHANNEL SETUP AAssppeecctt RRaattiioo: Selects your desired picture format. BBaacckklliigghhtt:

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL36INITIAL SETTINGWATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLThis Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL37ON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTIONYour TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.Disp

2SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSNever touch this apparatus or antenna duringa thunder or lighting storm. When mounting a TV on the wall, make surenot to insta

Auto Scan (Auto Tuning)Automatically finds all channels available through antenna or cable inputs, and stores them in memory on thechannel list. Run A

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL39Select CCHHAANNNNEELL.1MENU/SET UP2ENTERIf selecting DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal stren

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL40WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLA custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or off with the ENTER button. The

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL41INPUT LIST AAnntteennnnaa: Select it to watch over-the-air broadcasts. CCaabbllee: Select it to watch cable and digital

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL42INPUT LABELWATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLYou can set a label for each input source when it's not in use.EnterMoveOP

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL43AV MODEYou can select the optimal images and sounds.1AV MODE2Off CinemaGame SportPress the AAVV MMOODDEEbutton repeate

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL44WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLThis function operates only with devices with the logo.The TV might not function properly

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL45 DDiirreecctt PPllaayy:: After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media

DVD OPERATION46DVD OPERATIONNOTES ON DISCSSymbol used in this manual“ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation.A “ ” means that the operat

DVD OPERATION47Types of Playable Discs DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Video CD (VCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc)In addition, this unit p

3AANNTTEENNNNAASSOOuuttddoooorr aanntteennnnaa ggrroouunnddiinnggIf an outdoor antenna is installed, follow theprecautions below. An outdoor a

SELECTING LANGUAGEDVD OPERATION48DVD OPERATIONOriginalKoreanEnglishFrenchGermanSpanishItalianChinesePolskiJapaneseSelecting Audio LanguageSelect your

DVD OPERATION49Selecting Subtitle LanguageSelect your preferred subtitle language. If a subtitle language is selected, the selected subtitle language

DVD OPERATION50DVD OPERATIONSelecting Disc OSD LanguageThe OSD (on screen display) can be shown on the screen in your specified language.Select MMEENN

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSDVD OPERATION51Parental Control SetupSome movies contain scenes that may not be suitable for children to view. Man

DVD OPERATION52DVD OPERATIONChanging the passwordSelect NNeeww PPaasssswwoorrdd.Input the password.1MENU/SET UP2145678092331456780923Enter it again w

PICTURE SIZE CONTROLDVD OPERATION53Select TTVV SSccrreeeenn.Select 44::33 LLBB, 44::33 PPSS, or 1166::99.1MENU/SET UP23MENU/SET UPReturn to normal

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUTDVD OPERATION54DVD OPERATIONSelect DDiiggiittaall OOuuttppuutt.Select OOffff, BBiittssttrreeaamm, or PPCCMM.1MENU/SET UP23MENU/SE

DYNAMIC RANGE COMPRESSION (DRC)DVD OPERATION55Select DDRRCC.Select OOffff(Decrease the DRC range) or OOnn(Reset the DRC range to original values).1MEN

PLAYING A DVD OR VIDEO CDDVD OPERATION56DVD OPERATIONTurn TV on.Slide your chosen disc into the disc sloton the side panel. Be sure to face the topof

DVD OPERATION57Exit still motion mode.3Press this button during playback.1Press this button during playback.1DISC MENUReturn to normal playback.3RETUR

4CONTENTSWARNING / CAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DVD OPERATION58DVD OPERATIONSelect the start point during back.“ A” is displayed on TV screen andthe starting point of your selected seg-ment is set u

MP3 OPERATIONDVD OPERATION59When inserted, the MP3 menu screen appearsautomatically depending on the MP3 disc’s folder(directory) structure.1MP3

AUDIO CD OPERATIONDVD OPERATION60DVD OPERATIONPress this button during playback.Press it repeatedly to change track infor-mation: Single Elapsed, S

JPG FILE VIEWING OPTIONSDVD OPERATION61Select the desired picture. The selectedJPG file appears as shown.As a JPG file is loaded, the table of content

PICTURE CONTROL62PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROLPICTURE CONTROLThis feature lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is d

PICTURE CONTROL63Set by programSelects the proper picture proportion to matchthe source’s image. 4:3Choose 4:3 when you want to view a picture

PICTURE CONTROL64PRESET PICTURE SETTINGSPICTURE CONTROLPicture Mode - PresetThere are factory presets for picture settings available in the user menus

PICTURE CONTROL65Color Tone - PresetChoose one of three automatic color adjustments. Set to warm to enhance hotter colors such as red, or set tocool t

PICTURE CONTROL66MANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENTPICTURE CONTROLPicture Mode - User ModeAdjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing sit

PICTURE CONTROL67Select your desired menu option.Select PPIICCTTUURREE.Select PPiiccttuurree MMooddee.Select EExxppeerrtt CCoonnttrrooll.Select EExx

5SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLAuto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Clear Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PICTURE CONTROL68PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGYPICTURE CONTROLFresh Contrast: Optimizes the contrast automatically according to the brightness of the

PICTURE CONTROL69ADVANCED CONTROL - BLACK (DARKNESS) LEVELAdjusting the contrast and the brightness of the screen using the black level of the screen.

PICTURE CONTROL70ADVANCED CONTROL - EYE CAREPICTURE CONTROLDims extremely bright pictures.This feature is disabled in “PPiiccttuurree MMooddee--VViiv

PICTURE CONTROL71ADVANCED CONTROL - REAL CINEMASet up the TV for the best picture appearance for viewing movies.When you operate Real Cinema (3:2 Pull

PICTURE CONTROL72PICTURE RESETPICTURE CONTROLSettings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings.Select PPIICCTTUURREE.Selec

PICTURE CONTROL73POWER INDICATORSelect OOPPTTIIOONN.Select PPoowweerr IInnddiiccaattoorr.1MENU/SET UP2ENTERSelect SSttaannddbbyy LLiigghhttorPPoowwe

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL74SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLAUTO VOLUME LEVELER (AUTO VOLUME)Auto Volume makes sure that the volume level remains consis

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL75CLEAR VOICEBy differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices. If you select

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL76SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLPRESET SOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE)Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any sp

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL77SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER MODESRS TRUSURROUND XTAdjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Select AA

6 If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when it is turned on. This is normal, there isnothing wrong with TV. Some minute d

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL78SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLBALANCESelect AAUUDDIIOO.Select BBaallaannccee.Make appropriate adjustments.1MENU/SET UP32EN

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL79TV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUPTurn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment.Select AAUUDDIIOO.Select TTVV SSppe

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL80AUDIO RESETSOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLSettings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings.Select

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL81STEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUPFor Analog only: This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program)

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL82AUDIO LANGUAGE SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLOther languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broad

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL83ON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTIONThe menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language.EnterMoveOPTIONLanguage

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL84CAPTION MODESOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLCaption must be provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. Select a cap

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL85Digital Broadcasting System CaptionsChoose the language you want the DTV/CADTV Captions to appear in.Other Languages can

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL86SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLCaption OptionCustomize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen.This function in o

TIME SETTING87CLOCK SETTINGTIME SETTINGAuto Clock SetupThe time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. The digital channel signal includ

PREPARATION7PREPARATIONACCESSORIESEnsure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact thedeale

TIME SETTING88TIME SETTINGManual Clock SetupIf the current time setting is wrong, reset the clock manually.EnterMoveTIMEClock :Feb/21/2008 2:10 AMOff

TIME SETTING89AUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTINGThis function operates only if the current time has been set.The OOffff TTiimmeefunction overrides the OOnn T

TIME SETTING90TIME SETTINGSLEEP TIMER SETTINGThe Sleep Time turns the TV off at the preset time.Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turne

TIME SETTING91AUTO SHUT-OFF SETTINGTV will be automatically turned off, in case of no signal for 10 minutes.Select TTIIMMEE.Select AAuuttoo SSlleeeep

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING92PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSParental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources.The Pa

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING93Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously.Lock SystemSelect LLoocckk SSyysstteemm.Select OOnnor OOffff

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING94PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSChange the password by inputting a new password twice. Set PasswordSelect SSeett ppaasssswwoorrd

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING95CHANNEL BLOCKINGBlocks any channels that you do not want to watch or that you do not want your children to watch. Select BB

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING96MOVIE & TV RATINGPARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSMovie Rating (MPAA)- Only for USABlocks movies according to the movie rating

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING97Select TTVV RRaattiinngg--CChhiillddrreenn.Select AAggeeor FFaannttaassyy VViioolleennccee.43ENTERSelect block options.5E