Lg 50PV450 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUALPLASMA TVPlease read this manual carefully before operatingyour set and retain it for future reference.www.lg.comThe model and serial nu

PREPARATION10FRONT PANEL INFORMATIONPREPARATION Image shown may differ from your TV.CHVOLENTERCHVOLENTERCHVOLENTER HOMEPOWERButtonINPUTButtonHOMEButto

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING100PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSParental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources.The P

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING101Enables or disables the blocking scheme you set up previously.Lock SystemSelect LLoocckk SSyysstteemm.Select OO nnor OOff

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING102PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSChange the password by inputting a new password twice. Set PasswordSelect SSeett ppaasssswwoorr

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING103CHANNEL BLOCKINGSelect BBlloocckk CChhaannnneell.Select a channel to block or unblock.43ENTERBlock or unblock a channel.5

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING104PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSMOVIE & TV RATINGMovie Rating (MPAA)- Depending on modelBlocks movies according to the movie

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING105Select TTVV RRaattiinngg--CChhiillddrreenn.Select AAggeeor FFaannttaassyy VViioolleennccee.43ENTERSelect block options.5

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING106PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSTV Rating General- Depending on modelBased on the ratings, blocks certain TV programs that you a

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING107TV Rating English- Depending on modelSelecting the English rating system.Select TTVV RRaattiinngg--EEnngglliisshh.Select

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING108PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSTV Rating French- Depending on modelSelecting the Canadian French rating system.Select TTVV RRa

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING109DOWNLOADABLE RATING Based on rating table, your TV's OSD(On Screen Display) may differ slightlyfrom what is shown in

PREPARATION11 Image shown may differ from your TV.BACK PANEL INFORMATIONAV IN 2L/MONORAUDIOVIDEOUSB IN HDMI IN 3R719RANTENNA/CABLE INHDMI/DVI IN RGB I

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING110PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGSEXTERNAL INPUT BLOCKINGEnables you to block an input.Select IInnppuutt BBlloocckk.Select input

PARENTAL CONTROL / RATING111KEY 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

APPENDIX112APPENDIXTROUBLESHOOTINGAAbbnnoorrmmaall OOppeerraattiioonnVViiddeeoo PPrroobblleemmssNo picture &No soundNo or poor coloror poor pict

APPENDIX113Picture OK & No soundUnusual sound frominside the productNo sound when connectingHDMI/USBNo output from one of the speakersAAuuddiioo

APPENDIX114APPENDIXMAINTENANCEEarly malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you canenjoy your new TV

APPENDIX115AC 100-240 V ~ 50/60 HzNTSC-M, ATSC, 64 & 256 QAMVHF 2-13, UHF 14-69, CATV 1-135, DTV 2-69, CADTV 1-13575 Ω32 - 104 °F (0 - 40 °C)Less

APPENDIX116APPENDIX(This feature is not available for all models.) Configuration of frame 1st frameRepeat frame Lead code Repeat code BBiitt ddeesscc

APPENDIX117CodeFunction Note(Hexa)CodeFunction Note(Hexa)D6 TV Discrete IR Code (TV Input Selection)C4 POWER ON Discrete IR Code (Only Power On)C5 POW

APPENDIX118APPENDIXEXTERNAL CONTROL THROUGH RS-232CRS-232C SetupThe RS-232C port allows you connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control devi

APPENDIX119RS-232C ConfigurationsEither cable below can be used.Set IDPC TVRXD 2 3 TXDTXD 3 2 RXDGND 5 5 GNDDTR 4 6 DSRDSR 6 4 DTRRTS 7 8 CTSCTS 8 7

PREPARATION12PREPARATIONHDMI/DVI INDigital Connection. Supports HD video andDigital audio. Doesn’t support 480i. Accepts DVI video using an adap

APPENDIX120APPENDIXTransmission / Receiving ProtocolTTrraannssmmiissssiioonn[Command 1] : First command to control the set.(j, k, m or x)[Command 2]

APPENDIX1210011.. PPoowweerr ((CCoommmmaanndd:: kk aa))To control Power On/Off of the TV.Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr]Data 00: Powe

APPENDIX122APPENDIX1122.. OOSSDD SSeelleecctt ((CCoommmmaanndd:: kk ll))To select OSD (On Screen Display) on/off.Transmission [k][l][ ][Set ID][

APPENDIX123Data 05:The table above lists the binary code which must beconverted to Hexadecimal before sending. For example:The binary code to tune the

OWNER’S MANUALPLASMA TVPlease read this manual carefully before operatingyour set and retain it for future reference.P/NO : SAC34173308 (1101-REV00)ww

PREPARATION13STAND INSTRUCTION Image shown may differ from your TV.Carefully place the TV screen side down on acushioned surface to protect the scre

PREPARATION14PREPARATIONCarefully place the TV screen side down on acushioned surface to protect the screen fromdamage.1Loose the screws from TV.2Det

PREPARATION15CABLE MANAGEMENTInstall the power cord holder and power cord. It will help prevent the power cable from being removed by accident.1POWER

PREPARATION16PREPARATIONDESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATIONFor proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4 inches on all four sides from the wall. Image show

PREPARATION17VESA WALL MOUNTINGInstall your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, pleasec

PREPARATION18PREPARATIONSECURING THE TV TO THE WALL TO PREVENT FALLINGWHEN THE TV IS USED ON A STANDWe recommend that you set up the TV close to a wal

PREPARATION19ANTENNA OR CABLE CONNECTION1. Antenna (Analog or Digital)Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable BoxConnection.For optimum

2WARNINGWARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazards, do not exposethis product to rain or moisture.FCC NOTICEClass B digital deviceThis equipment

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP20HD RECEIVER SETUPThis TV can receive Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set-top box. However, if

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP21HDMI ConnectionConnect the digital set-top box to HHDDMMII//DDVVII IINN 11,22, or HHDDMMII IINN 33 jack on the TV.No se

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP22EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPDVI to HDMI ConnectionRGB IN (PC)RS-232C IN(CONTROL & SERVICE)OPTICALDIGITALAUDIO OUTAUDIO IN(RG

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP23DVD SETUPComponent ConnectionComponent Input portsTo get better picture quality, connect a DVD player to the component input

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP24EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPHDMI ConnectionConnect the HDMI output of the DVD to theHHDDMMII//DDVVII IINN 11, 22, or HHDDMMII

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP25VCR SETUPAntenna ConnectionANTENNA/CABLEINL RS-VIDEO VIDEOOUTPUTSWITCHANT INANT OUTWall JackAntenna12Connect the RF antenna

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP26EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPOTHER A/V SOURCE SETUPL RVIDEOAV IN 2L/MONORAUDIOVIDEOUSB IN HDMI IN 3CamcorderVideo Game SetConnect

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP27AUDIO OUT CONNECTIONRGB(PC)RS-232C IN(CONTROL & SERVICE)AUDIO(RGB/DVI)OPTICALDIGITALAUDIO OUTHDMI/DVI IN 2112GGWhen conn

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP28EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPPC SETUP DVI to HDMI ConnectionVGA (D-Sub 15 pin) Connection(CONTROL & SERVICE)OPTICALDIGITALAUD

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP29GGDepending on the graphics card, DOS mode maynot work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use.GGIn PC mode, there may be noise

3IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead these instructions.Keep these instructions.Heed all warnings.Follow all instructions.Do not use

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP30EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPScreen Setup for PC modeSelecting ResolutionYou can choose the resolution in RGB-PC mode. The PPooss

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP31Auto ConfigureAutomatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image instability. After adjustment, if the image is stil

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP32EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUPAdjustment for screen Position, Size, and PhaseIf the picture is not clear after auto adjustment and

EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP33Screen Reset (Reset to original factory values)Returns PPoossiittiioonn, SSiizzee, and PPhhaasseeto the default factory sett

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL34REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONSWATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLWhen using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL35Installing Batteries Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and installthe batteries matching correct pola

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL36WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLTURNING ON TVWATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLNOTE!GGIf you intend to be away on vacation, dis

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL37INITIAL SETTINGThis Function guides the user to easily set the essential items for viewing the TV for the first time wh

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL38WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLON-SCREEN MENUS SELECTIONYour TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from t

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL39QUICK MENU Display each menu.Make appropriate adjustments.Your TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly fr

4SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSNever touch this apparatus or antenna duringa thunder or lighting storm. When mounting a TV on the wall, make surenot to install

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL40WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLCHANNEL SETUPAuto Scan (Auto Tuning)Automatically finds all channels available through ant

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL41Select CCHHAANNNNEELL.1Home2ENTERIf you select DTV or CADTV input signal, you can view the on-screen signal strength mo

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL42WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLSelect a channel.Add or delete the channel.3ENTER4When a channel number is deleted, it mea

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL43CHANNEL LISTYou can check channels which are stored in the memory by displaying the channel list.Display the CChhaannnn

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL44WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLFAVORITE CHANNEL SETUPYour TV's OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from what

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL45FAVORITE CHANNEL LISTSelect a channel.1Switch to the chosen channel number.2ENTERSelecting a channel in the favorite ch

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL46WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLBrief Info Title Test..Sat, Feb 21, 2009 10:10 AM 11:40 AMCNNDOLBY DIGITAL10:40 AMMultilin

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL47INPUT LISTOnly these input signals which are connected to a TV can be activated and selected.Select the desired input s

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL48WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLINPUT LABELThis indicates which device is connected to which input port. Select OOPPTTIIOO

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL49AV MODEAV Mode toggles through preset Video and Audio settings.1AV MODEOff CinemaGame SportPress the AAVV MMOODDEEbutt

5AANNTTEENNNNAASSOOuuttddoooorr aanntteennnnaa ggrroouunnddiinngg(can differ by country) If an outdoor antennais installed, follow the precautio

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL50WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROLSimplink allows you to control and play other AV devices connected with HDMI cable

WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL51 DDiirreecctt PPllaayy:: After connecting AV devices to the TV, you can directly control the devices and play media

USB52USB- For 42/50PT350, 42/50PT350C, 50/60PV450, 50/60PV450C, 42/50PT250U, 50/60PV550UENTRY MODESWhen you connect a USB device, this screen is displ

PHOTO LISTUSB53You can view (*.JPG) files from USB storage devices.The On Screen Display on your model may be slightly different.Screen ComponentsMove

USB54USBPhoto Selection and Popup MenuUSB DevicePage 1/1No MarkedPHOTO LISTUp FolderFree Space 150MB2 folder, 4 file(s)USB DevicePage 1/1No MarkedPHOT

USB55Full Screen MenuYou can change the Photo List view so that it fills the screen. More operations are available in fullscreen mode. Use the CCHH b

USB56USB1/17Slide showBGM Delete HideSelect the SSlliiddee sshhooww, BBGGMM,((RRoottaattee)), DDeelleettee, or HHiiddee.. Use button to select the p

1/17Slide showBGM Delete HideUSB57Set photo view.Slide SpeedFast ...Music FolderUsing the Photo List OptionShow the Popup menu.Select SSeett PPhhoott

USB58USBWCWCSet video.Picture ModeContrastBrightnessSharpnessColorColor TemperatureNoise ReductionResetMediumVividPrev.LRSet audio.Sound ModeAuto Volu

MUSIC LISTUSB59You can use the Music List menu to play MP3 files from a USB storage device. This TV cannot play back copy-protected files. The On Scre

6CONTENTSWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . .

USBUSB60Music Selection and Popup Menu Use the CCHH button to navigation inthe music page. Use MMAARRKKbutton to mark or unmark a musicfile. If no mu

USB61 The play information box (as shown below) will automaticallymove across the screen when there is no user input to pre-vent a fixed image remaini

USB62USBMOVIE LIST - For 42/50PT250U, 50/60PV550UThe movie list is activated once a USB drive is detected. It is used when playing movie files on the

USB63NOTE!GGThe video file and the subtitle file must be located in the same folder.GGThe name of the video file and the subtitle file must be the sam

USB64USBMovie Selection and Popup MenuPage 2/3 No M arkedMOVIE LISTUp Folder640x480, 707MBUp FolderTitleDurationButterflyB001B002B003B00400:03:13Butte

USB65Using the remote controlWhen playing, repeatedly press the RREEWW((FFFF))button to speed up FFFF -> FFFFFF->FFFFFFFF-> FFFFFFFFFF->F

USB66USBGGWhen you select the SSeett VViiddeeoo PPllaayy.GGPPiiccttuurree ssiizzee:: Selects your desired picture format forvideos.GGAAuuddiioo

GGWhen you select the SSeett AAuuddiioo.USB67WCWCSet video.Picture ModeContrastBrightnessSharpnessColorColor TemperatureNoise ReductionResetLowStanda

DIVX REGISTRATION CODE- For 42/50PT250U, 50/60PV550UUSB68USBDisplay DDiivvXX RReegg.. CCooddee.3ENTERSelect UUSSBB.Select DDiivvXX RReegg.. CCoo

DEACTIVATION- For 42/50PT250U, 50/60PV550UUSB69Delete the existing authentication information to receive a new DivX user authentication for TV.Once th

7SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLAuto Volume Leveler (Auto Volume) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Clear Voice II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PICTURE CONTROL70PICTURE SIZE (ASPECT RATIO) CONTROLPICTURE CONTROLThis feature lets you choose the way an analog picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio is d

PICTURE CONTROL7116 : 9Adjust the picture horizontally, in a linear pro-portion to fill the entire screen.Just ScanNormally the edges of video

PICTURE CONTROL72PICTURE CONTROLPICTURE WIZARD- Except 42/50PT250U, 50/60PV550UAdjust PPiiccttuurree WWiizzaarrdd.Adjust WWhhiittee LLeevveell.3ENTE

PICTURE CONTROL73Adjust HHoorriizzoonnttaallSShhaarrppnneessss.8ENTERSelect input source to apply thesettings.10MARKFAVAdjust VVeerrttiiccaallSShhaarr

PICTURE CONTROL74PICTURE CONTROLENERGY SAVINGSelect PPIICCTTUURREE.Select IInntteelllliiggeenntt SSeennssoorr,OOffff, MMiinniimmuumm, MMeeddiiuumm, o

PICTURE CONTROL75PRESET PICTURE SETTINGS (PICTURE MODE)There are factory presets for picture settings available in the user menus. You can use a prese

PICTURE CONTROL76PICTURE CONTROLMANUAL PICTURE ADJUSTMENT-USER MODEAdjust the picture appearance to suit your preference and viewing situations.Select

PICTURE CONTROL77PICTURE IMPROVEMENT TECHNOLOGYYou can calibrate the screen for each Picture Mode or set the video value according to the special vide

PICTURE CONTROL78PICTURE CONTROLSelect your desired menu option.Select PPIICCTTUURREE.Select PPiiccttuurree MMooddee.Select EExxppeerrtt CCoonnttrro

PICTURE CONTROL79 Adjusts the contrast to keep it at the best level according to the brightness of thescreen. The picture is improved by making br

8FEATURE OF THIS TV When a fixed image (e.g. logos, screen menus, video game, and computer display) is displayed on the TVfor an extended period, it c

PICTURE CONTROL80PICTURE CONTROLPICTURE RESETSettings of the selected picture modes return to the default factory settings.Select PPIICCTTUURREE.Selec

PICTURE CONTROL81IMAGE STICKING MINIMIZATION (ISM) METHODA frozen still picture displayed on the screen for prolonged periods can result in a ghost im

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL82SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLAUTO VOLUME LEVELER (AUTO VOLUME)Auto Volume makes sure that the volume level remains consis

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL83CLEAR VOICE IIBy differentiating the human sound range from others, it improves the sound quality of voices.Select AAUUD

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL84SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLPRESET SOUND SETTINGS (SOUND MODE)Sound Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any spec

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL85SOUND SETTING ADJUSTMENT - USER MODEAdjust the sound to suit your taste and room situations. Select AAUUDDIIOO.Select SS

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL86SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLSelect this option to sound realistic.Select AAUUDDIIOO.Select IInnffiinniittee SSuurrrroou

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL87BALANCESelect AAUUDDIIOO.Select BBaallaannccee.Make appropriate adjustments.1Home32ENTERENTERAdjust the left/right sound

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL88SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLTV SPEAKERS ON/OFF SETUPTurn the TV speakers off if using external audio equipment.Select AA

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL89AUDIO RESETSettings of the selected Sound Mode return to the default factory settings.Select AAUUDDIIOO.Select RReesseet

PREPARATION9PREPARATIONACCESSORIESEnsure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact thedeale

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL90SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLSTEREO/SAP BROADCAST SETUPFor Analog only: This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any S

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL91AUDIO LANGUAGE Other languages may be available if a digital signal is provided by the broadcasting station. This featur

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL92SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLON-SCREEN MENUS LANGUAGE SELECTIONThe menus can be shown on the screen in the selected langu

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL93CAPTION MODECaptions are provided to help people with hearing loss watch TV. Select a caption mode for displaying cap-ti

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL94SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROLDigital Broadcasting System CaptionsChoose the language you want the DTV/CADTV Captions to a

SOUND & LANGUAGE CONTROL95Caption OptionCustomize the DTV/CADTV captions that appear on your screen.This function in only available when Caption M

TIME SETTING96CLOCK SETTINGTIME SETTINGAuto Clock SetupThe time is set automatically from a digital channel signal. The digital channel signal includ

TIME SETTING97Manual Clock SetupIf the current time setting is wrong, set the clock manually.Select TTIIMMEE.Select CClloocckk.Select MMaannuuaall.1Ho

TIME SETTING98TIME SETTINGAUTO ON/OFF TIME SETTINGThis function operates only if the current time has been set.The OOffff TTiimmeefunction overrides

TIME SETTING99SLEEP TIMER SETTINGThe Sleep Time turns the TV off at the preset time.Note that this setting is cleared when the TV is turned off. You c