Specification (English)
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...All other trademarks are approximate. © 2009 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. LCD TV 37LH55 37" Full HD 1080p 240Hz LCD TV (37.0" diagonal) LGusa.com LCD SPECIFICATION Screen Size (Class) 37" Class (37.0" diagonal) Native Display Resolution 1920 x 1080p ...• Quick View (Previous Channel) • Quick Setup Guide • e-Manual • Parental Control w/V-Chip • Key Lock • Closed Caption • LG SIMPLINK (HDMI CEC) • CONVENIENCE FEATURES Language English/Spanish/French/Korean Auto Tuning...
...All other trademarks are approximate. © 2009 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. All rights reserved. LCD TV 37LH55 37" Full HD 1080p 240Hz LCD TV (37.0" diagonal) LGusa.com LCD SPECIFICATION Screen Size (Class) 37" Class (37.0" diagonal) Native Display Resolution 1920 x 1080p ...• Quick View (Previous Channel) • Quick Setup Guide • e-Manual • Parental Control w/V-Chip • Key Lock • Closed Caption • LG SIMPLINK (HDMI CEC) • CONVENIENCE FEATURES Language English/Spanish/French/Korean Auto Tuning...
Owner's Manual (English)
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The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the TV. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 32LH40 37LH40 42LH40 47LH40 55LH40 32LH41 37LH41 42LH41 47LH41 55LH41 37LH55 42LH55 47LH55 55LH55 32CL40 42CL40 47CL40 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it ...below should you ever need service. Record it for ENERGY STAR. 1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG ...
The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the TV. LCD TV OWNER'S MANUAL 32LH40 37LH40 42LH40 47LH40 55LH40 32LH41 37LH41 42LH41 47LH41 55LH41 37LH55 42LH55 47LH55 55LH55 32CL40 42CL40 47CL40 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it ...below should you ever need service. Record it for ENERGY STAR. 1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... closed in fire or electric shock. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 Never touch this product near flammable objects such as gasoline or candles or expose the TV to direct air conditioning. 16 Do not expose to fall into the product, and do not place objects filled with something. 14 CAUTION ... not allow an impact shock or any objects to dripping or splashing and do not drop onto the screen with liquids, such as this owner's manual to be connected to prevent possible electric shock (i.e. If grounding methods are dangerous. on the back of the appliance, and have a qualified electrician...
... closed in fire or electric shock. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 Never touch this product near flammable objects such as gasoline or candles or expose the TV to direct air conditioning. 16 Do not expose to fall into the product, and do not place objects filled with something. 14 CAUTION ... not allow an impact shock or any objects to dripping or splashing and do not drop onto the screen with liquids, such as this owner's manual to be connected to prevent possible electric shock (i.e. If grounding methods are dangerous. on the back of the appliance, and have a qualified electrician...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... Saving 78 Picture Reset 79 Power Indicator 80 Demo Mode 81 CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 FEATURE OF THIS TV 8 PREPARATION Accessories 9 Front Panel Information 10 Back Panel Information 12 Stand Instruction 14 VESA Wall Mounting 18 Cable Management 19 ...TV 44 Channel Selection 44 Volume Adjustment 44 Initial Setting 45 On-Screen Menus Selection 46 Quick Menu 47 6 Channel Setup - Channel Editing 50 Channel List 51 Favorite Channel Setup / Favorite Channel List . . 52 Brief Information 53 Input List 54 Input Label 55 AV Mode 56 Simple Manual...
... Saving 78 Picture Reset 79 Power Indicator 80 Demo Mode 81 CONTENTS WARNING / CAUTION 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 FEATURE OF THIS TV 8 PREPARATION Accessories 9 Front Panel Information 10 Back Panel Information 12 Stand Instruction 14 VESA Wall Mounting 18 Cable Management 19 ...TV 44 Channel Selection 44 Volume Adjustment 44 Initial Setting 45 On-Screen Menus Selection 46 Quick Menu 47 6 Channel Setup - Channel Editing 50 Channel List 51 Favorite Channel Setup / Favorite Channel List . . 52 Brief Information 53 Input List 54 Input Label 55 AV Mode 56 Simple Manual...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... System Captions 93 - Analog Broadcasting System Captions 92 - Auto Clock Setup 95 Manual Clock Setup 96 Auto On/Off Time Setting 97 Sleep Timer Setting 98 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 99 Channel Blocking 102 Movie & TV Rating 103 Downloadable Rating 108 External Input Blocking 109 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 110 Maintenance...
... System Captions 93 - Analog Broadcasting System Captions 92 - Auto Clock Setup 95 Manual Clock Setup 96 Auto On/Off Time Setting 97 Sleep Timer Setting 98 PARENTAL CONTROL / RATINGS Set Password & Lock System 99 Channel Blocking 102 Movie & TV Rating 103 Downloadable Rating 108 External Input Blocking 109 APPENDIX Troubleshooting 110 Maintenance...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. MESNLUEEPRATIO MENU POWER ENERGYINSAVPINUG T RETURN INFO ENTER VOL FAMVARK AV MODE 1 4 MUTE 2 CH P A G E 7 5 3 8 6 LIST 0 9 FLASHBK 1.5V 1.5V Owner's Manual CD Manual Remote Control, Batteries Power Cord Not included... with all models Polishing Cloth * Wipe spots on the exterior only with ferrite cores to P.22) or Protection Cover 9 Excessive pressure may differ from the images below. Q. For 32/37/42/47/55LH40, 32/37/42/47/55LH41, 37...
... contact the dealer where you purchased the TV. MESNLUEEPRATIO MENU POWER ENERGYINSAVPINUG T RETURN INFO ENTER VOL FAMVARK AV MODE 1 4 MUTE 2 CH P A G E 7 5 3 8 6 LIST 0 9 FLASHBK 1.5V 1.5V Owner's Manual CD Manual Remote Control, Batteries Power Cord Not included... with all models Polishing Cloth * Wipe spots on the exterior only with ferrite cores to P.22) or Protection Cover 9 Excessive pressure may differ from the images below. Q. For 32/37/42/47/55LH40, 32/37/42/47/55LH41, 37...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...comply with the mount. NOTE G Screw length needed depends on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. LG is used . It may damage the TV or cause the TV to a fall and result in severe personal injury. When attaching to the instructions included with the VESA ... RW230 AW-47LG30M 37LH40, 37LH41, 37LH55, 42LH40, 42LH41, 42LH55, 42CL40, 47LH40, 200 * 200 M6 4 47LH41, 47LH55, 47CL40 AW-47LG30M 55LH40, 55LH41, 55LH55 400 * 400 M6 4 AW-55LH40M ! G When purchasing our wall mount kit, a detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for TV damage or personal injury when a...
...comply with the mount. NOTE G Screw length needed depends on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. LG is used . It may damage the TV or cause the TV to a fall and result in severe personal injury. When attaching to the instructions included with the VESA ... RW230 AW-47LG30M 37LH40, 37LH41, 37LH55, 42LH40, 42LH41, 42LH55, 42CL40, 47LH40, 200 * 200 M6 4 47LH41, 47LH55, 47CL40 AW-47LG30M 55LH40, 55LH41, 55LH55 400 * 400 M6 4 AW-55LH40M ! G When purchasing our wall mount kit, a detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for TV damage or personal injury when a...
Owner's Manual (English)
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For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of heat source. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to suit your TV. PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION I Image shown may differ from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches CAUTION G Ensure adequate ventilation by 20 degrees to the left or right direction by following the clearance recommendations. G Do not mount near or above any type of 4 inches on all four sides from your viewing position. 21
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of heat source. SWIVEL STAND After installing the TV, you can adjust the TV set manually to suit your TV. PREPARATION DESKTOP PEDESTAL INSTALLATION I Image shown may differ from the wall. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches CAUTION G Ensure adequate ventilation by 20 degrees to the left or right direction by following the clearance recommendations. G Do not mount near or above any type of 4 inches on all four sides from your viewing position. 21
Owner's Manual (English)
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... the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you do receive digital signals from your TV. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP I If connected to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select the Component2 input source on the TV. 1 2 AV IN 1 VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R 3 2 2 L R 1 1 VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN ...PB PR L R EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Connect the audio output of the digital settop box to the owner's manual for the digital set -top box. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set -top box operation.) I ...
... the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you do receive digital signals from your TV. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP I If connected to COMPONENT IN 2 input, select the Component2 input source on the TV. 1 2 AV IN 1 VIDEO L(MONO) AUDIO R 3 2 2 L R 1 1 VIDEO AUDIO COMPONENT IN ...PB PR L R EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP Connect the audio output of the digital settop box to the owner's manual for the digital set -top box. HD RECEIVER SETUP This TV can receive digital over-the-air/digital cable signals without an external digital set -top box operation.) I ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...version 1.3, it can cause flickers or no screen display. How to connect EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1 Connect the digital set-top box to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box.) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, 3, or 4 jack...EQUIPMENT SETUP ( ) HDMI Connection 1. In this case use I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, or HDMI4 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI OUTPUT ( ) HDMI-DTV Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 720x480p 1280x720p ...
...version 1.3, it can cause flickers or no screen display. How to connect EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP 1 Connect the digital set-top box to the owner's manual for the digital set-top box.) I Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, 3, or 4 jack...EQUIPMENT SETUP ( ) HDMI Connection 1. In this case use I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, or HDMI4 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI OUTPUT ( ) HDMI-DTV Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency(KHz) Frequency(Hz) 720x480p 1280x720p ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... to connect 1 Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, or 3 jack on the TV. 2 Connect the digital set -top box.) I Turn on the TV. 2. NOTE G A DVI to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI Connection 1.... adapter is necessary. How to use I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. DVI OUTPUT L R AUDIO 27 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to the owner's manual for this connection. AV IN 1 L(MONO) AUDIO R 3 2 L R 1 AUDIO ENT IN /DVI IN RGB IN ...
... to connect 1 Connect the DVI output of the digital set-top box to the HDMI/DVI IN 1, 2, or 3 jack on the TV. 2 Connect the digital set -top box.) I Turn on the TV. 2. NOTE G A DVI to the AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) jack on the digital set-top box. (Refer to HDMI Connection 1.... adapter is necessary. How to use I Select the HDMI1, HDMI2, or HDMI3 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the remote control. DVI OUTPUT L R AUDIO 27 EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVI to the owner's manual for this connection. AV IN 1 L(MONO) AUDIO R 3 2 L R 1 AUDIO ENT IN /DVI IN RGB IN ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...IN 2 input, select the Component2 input source on the remote control. I If connected to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. Component ports on the TV Y PB PR Video output ports on the TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). 2 Connect the audio ... the component input ports as shown below. How to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on the DVD player, insert a DVD. I Turn on the TV. 2. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect 1 Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD...
...IN 2 input, select the Component2 input source on the remote control. I If connected to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. Component ports on the TV Y PB PR Video output ports on the TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). 2 Connect the audio ... the component input ports as shown below. How to the COMPONENT IN AUDIO 1 jacks on the DVD player, insert a DVD. I Turn on the TV. 2. EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP DVD SETUP Component Connection 1. How to connect 1 Connect the video outputs (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...2. NOTE G Check HDMI cable over version 1.3. I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. How to use I Select the A V 1 or A V 2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI Connection 1. I Turn on the remote... control. In this case use I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. ! HDMI supports both audio and video....
...2. NOTE G Check HDMI cable over version 1.3. I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. How to use I Select the A V 1 or A V 2 input source on the TV using the INPUT button on the TV. 2 No separate audio connection is necessary. HDMI Connection 1. I Turn on the remote... control. In this case use I Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instructions. ! HDMI supports both audio and video....
Owner's Manual (English)
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... et on the VCR. (Refer to the same channel number. How to use I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the TV. I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the VCR owner's manual.) ANT OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L R AUDIO ANT IN OUTPUT SWITCH Wall Jack 2 Antenna 30
... et on the VCR. (Refer to the same channel number. How to use I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the TV. I Set VCR output switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the VCR owner's manual.) ANT OUT S-VIDEO VIDEO L R AUDIO ANT IN OUTPUT SWITCH Wall Jack 2 Antenna 30
Owner's Manual (English)
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... to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the TV. How to use I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner's manual.) I If connected to AV IN 2, select AV2 input source on the remote control. NOTE G If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable... from the VCR to connect 1 Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR.
... to the AUDIO L/MONO jack of the TV. How to use I Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner's manual.) I If connected to AV IN 2, select AV2 input source on the remote control. NOTE G If you have a mono VCR, connect the audio cable... from the VCR to connect 1 Connect the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks between TV and VCR.
Owner's Manual (English)
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... adjusted again after Auto adjustment in RGB-PC, you can adjust the Position, S i z e or P h a s e. 37 SCREEN Resolution Auto Config. Position Size Phase Reset Move Prev. After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC. I If the position of...
... adjusted again after Auto adjustment in RGB-PC, you can adjust the Position, S i z e or P h a s e. 37 SCREEN Resolution Auto Config. Position Size Phase Reset Move Prev. After adjustment, if the image is still not correct, try using the manual settings or a different resolution or refresh rate on the PC. I If the position of...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... you prefer. Select Position, S i z e, or Phase. D F G E I S i z e: This function is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. I Position: This function is to adjust picture to left/right and up/down as you to minimize any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the...
... you prefer. Select Position, S i z e, or Phase. D F G E I S i z e: This function is not clear after auto adjustment and especially if characters are still trembling, adjust the picture phase manually. I Position: This function is to adjust picture to left/right and up/down as you to minimize any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...DIGITAL AUDIO OUT. 2 Connect the other end of the optical cable to the digital audio input on the back of TV to a Home Theater (or amp). 1. If you can turn the TV speakers off in the AUDIO menu. (G p.87). NOTE G When connecting with ACP (Audio Copy Protection) function may... damage your vision. See the external audio equipment instruction manual for operation. /DVI IN RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO ...
...DIGITAL AUDIO OUT. 2 Connect the other end of the optical cable to the digital audio input on the back of TV to a Home Theater (or amp). 1. If you can turn the TV speakers off in the AUDIO menu. (G p.87). NOTE G When connecting with ACP (Audio Copy Protection) function may... damage your vision. See the external audio equipment instruction manual for operation. /DVI IN RGB IN (PC) AUDIO IN OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...Auto G 02 21 2009 10 AM 10 Eastern Auto Previous Next 1 Select Auto or Manual. 2 ENTER Select desired time option. Picture mode" manually while inspecting the TV, but the TV will be sure that the TV antenna is only intended for the best picture in retail environments. Step1. Mode setting ..., be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. We recommend setting the TV to "Home Use" mode for use this TV at home. I "Store Demo" Mode is connected. 1 ENTER Previous INFO i Simple Manual Next Check your home environment. Selecting Language Language ...
...Auto G 02 21 2009 10 AM 10 Eastern Auto Previous Next 1 Select Auto or Manual. 2 ENTER Select desired time option. Picture mode" manually while inspecting the TV, but the TV will be sure that the TV antenna is only intended for the best picture in retail environments. Step1. Mode setting ..., be displayed on the screen when turning the TV on for the first time. We recommend setting the TV to "Home Use" mode for use this TV at home. I "Store Demo" Mode is connected. 1 ENTER Previous INFO i Simple Manual Next Check your home environment. Selecting Language Language ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...; Level 3- + Balance 0L R Sound Mode : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 E WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL OPTION Menu Language Audio Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Simple Manual Caption Set ID E Move Enter : English : English : On : Off : Off : 1 CHANNEL PICTURE AUDIO TIME OPTION LOCK INPUT USB TIME...
...; Level 3- + Balance 0L R Sound Mode : Standard • SRS TruSurround XT: Off • Treble 50 • Bass 50 E WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL OPTION Menu Language Audio Language Input Label SIMPLINK Key Lock Simple Manual Caption Set ID E Move Enter : English : English : On : Off : Off : 1 CHANNEL PICTURE AUDIO TIME OPTION LOCK INPUT USB TIME...