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...ISFccc® Ready • AV Mode II (Cinema, Sports, Game) • LG SimpLink™ Connectivity • 100,000 Hour Panel Life (typ.) • NTSC/ATSC Tuners with Clear QAM AUDIO • Output Power: 10W x 2 • Invisible Speaker System • Clear Voice II •...(rear) • USB 2.0 (JPEG/MP3) (side) • PC Connectivity (D-sub 15pin) • RF Antenna input LGusa.com PLASMA TV 42PQ30 42" Class High Definition Plasma TV (41.6" diagonal) The PQ30 Series uses advanced panel technology such as 600Hz Sub Field Driving for superior performance in an HD resolution display....
...ISFccc® Ready • AV Mode II (Cinema, Sports, Game) • LG SimpLink™ Connectivity • 100,000 Hour Panel Life (typ.) • NTSC/ATSC Tuners with Clear QAM AUDIO • Output Power: 10W x 2 • Invisible Speaker System • Clear Voice II •...(rear) • USB 2.0 (JPEG/MP3) (side) • PC Connectivity (D-sub 15pin) • RF Antenna input LGusa.com PLASMA TV 42PQ30 42" Class High Definition Plasma TV (41.6" diagonal) The PQ30 Series uses advanced panel technology such as 600Hz Sub Field Driving for superior performance in an HD resolution display....
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... (D-Sub 15pin) - All other trademarks are approximate. © 2009 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. PLASMA TV 42PQ30 42" Class High Definition Plasma TV (41.6" diagonal) LGusa.com PLASMA SPECIFICATION Screen Size 42" Class (41.6" diagonal) Native Display Resolution 1024 x 768 Brightness (cd... Volume Leveler II • Sound Mode 5 Modes SPECIAL FEATURES Freeze Frame • Smart Energy Saving • Mechanical Power Off • 1080p Source Input - All rights reserved. RF 1080i/720p Enhanced Noise Reduction (Video Noise Filter 3D ...
... (D-Sub 15pin) - All other trademarks are approximate. © 2009 LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., Englewood Cliffs, NJ. PLASMA TV 42PQ30 42" Class High Definition Plasma TV (41.6" diagonal) LGusa.com PLASMA SPECIFICATION Screen Size 42" Class (41.6" diagonal) Native Display Resolution 1024 x 768 Brightness (cd... Volume Leveler II • Sound Mode 5 Modes SPECIAL FEATURES Freeze Frame • Smart Energy Saving • Mechanical Power Off • 1080p Source Input - All rights reserved. RF 1080i/720p Enhanced Noise Reduction (Video Noise Filter 3D ...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...qualifies for ENERGY STAR in which power savings will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to quality for future reference. Serial: 1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG Customer Information Center P/NO : ... should you ever need service. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will be achieved. PLASMA TV OWNER'S MANUAL 42PQ20 50PQ20 42PQ30 50PQ30 42PQ31 50PQ31 42PQ60 50PQ60 50PS30 50PS60 60PS60 42PQ30C 50PQ30C 50PS60C 60PS60C 50PS70 60PS70 50PS80 60PS80 Please read this...
...qualifies for ENERGY STAR in which power savings will increase power consumption that could exceed the limits necessary to quality for future reference. Serial: 1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User 1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User 1-888-542-2623 CANADA LG Customer Information Center P/NO : ... should you ever need service. Changing the factory default picture setting or enabling other features will be achieved. PLASMA TV OWNER'S MANUAL 42PQ20 50PQ20 42PQ30 50PQ30 42PQ31 50PQ31 42PQ60 50PQ60 50PS30 50PS60 60PS60 42PQ30C 50PQ30C 50PS60C 60PS60C 50PS70 60PS70 50PS80 60PS80 Please read this...
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...8 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. 3 Do not block any heat sources such as power- Install in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat. 9 Unplug this apparatus near ... into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to qualified service personnel. Keep these instructions. Heed all instructions. 6 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 4...
...8 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. 3 Do not block any heat sources such as power- Install in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)that produce heat. 9 Unplug this apparatus near ... into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to qualified service personnel. Keep these instructions. Heed all instructions. 6 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from tip-over. 4...
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... circuit breaker. Do not make sure 12 not to install the TV by SWITCH" (Except 42/50PQ30C, 50/60PS60C) If grounding methods are dangerous. Short-circuit Breaker Power Supply 18 DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS Mains plug is , a single outlet circuit which powers only that is the disconnecting device. that appliance and has no additional...
... circuit breaker. Do not make sure 12 not to install the TV by SWITCH" (Except 42/50PQ30C, 50/60PS60C) If grounding methods are dangerous. Short-circuit Breaker Power Supply 18 DISCONNECTING DEVICE FROM MAINS Mains plug is , a single outlet circuit which powers only that is the disconnecting device. that appliance and has no additional...
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...of the lead-in excessively dusty places. 24 If you smell smoke or other electric light or power circuits, or where it . 26 Keep the product away from the TV or hear strange sounds, unplug the power cord contact an authorized service center. 25 Do not press strongly upon the panel with such... death or serious injury can come in a confined space such as to carry larger TVs. Do not press against or put stress on the front panel of overhead power lines or other odors coming from direct sunlight. 3 Do not spray water or other materials (e.g.) plastic while plugged in the vicinity of...
...of the lead-in excessively dusty places. 24 If you smell smoke or other electric light or power circuits, or where it . 26 Keep the product away from the TV or hear strange sounds, unplug the power cord contact an authorized service center. 25 Do not press strongly upon the panel with such... death or serious injury can come in a confined space such as to carry larger TVs. Do not press against or put stress on the front panel of overhead power lines or other odors coming from direct sunlight. 3 Do not spray water or other materials (e.g.) plastic while plugged in the vicinity of...
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... standards compliance. The closer the location of ferrite core (Not included with your TV. The accessories included may cause (Not included with all models) Ferrite core can be used to the power plug, the better it is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased ...the TV. Ferrite Core Use of the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic wave when connecting the power cord. PREPARATION PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that the ...
... standards compliance. The closer the location of ferrite core (Not included with your TV. The accessories included may cause (Not included with all models) Ferrite core can be used to the power plug, the better it is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased ...the TV. Ferrite Core Use of the ferrite core to reduce the electromagnetic wave when connecting the power cord. PREPARATION PREPARATION ACCESSORIES Ensure that the ...
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... when the TV is off . ) 42/50PQ20 Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. The floor or the product may be turned on with the remote control, press the (power) button on the TV. (The remote control will not work when the (power) button on the TV is switched off while the TV remains on...
... when the TV is off . ) 42/50PQ20 Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. The floor or the product may be turned on with the remote control, press the (power) button on the TV. (The remote control will not work when the (power) button on the TV is switched off while the TV remains on...
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... Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. Illuminates white when the TV is switched on and goes out slowly . Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on . Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. PREPARATION 42/50PQ30, 42/50PQ31, 42/50PQ30C, 42/50PS30 Remote Control Sensor Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions...
... Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions. Illuminates white when the TV is switched on and goes out slowly . Illuminates blue when the TV is switched on . Power/Standby Indicator Illuminates red in standby mode. PREPARATION 42/50PQ30, 42/50PQ31, 42/50PQ30C, 42/50PS30 Remote Control Sensor Intelligent Sensor Adjusts picture according to the surrounding conditions...
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... only (480i). RGB IN (PC) Analog PC Connection. Connect cable signals to operate the TV on DC power. 10 Caution: Never attempt to this jack. 4 AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) 1/8" headphone jack for use with AC power. Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & red and white for viewing ... to this port doesn't work. 3 RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT Used by third party devices. 6 COMPONENT IN Analog Connection. USB IN R USB IN Only 42/50PQ60, 50/60PS60, 50/60PS60C, 50/60PS70, 50/60PS80 9 9 1 1 HDMI/DVI IN 4 HDMI/DVI IN 3 HDMI / DVI IN 3 PREPARATION VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R...
... only (480i). RGB IN (PC) Analog PC Connection. Connect cable signals to operate the TV on DC power. 10 Caution: Never attempt to this jack. 4 AUDIO IN (RGB/DVI) 1/8" headphone jack for use with AC power. Uses a red, green, and blue cable for video & red and white for viewing ... to this port doesn't work. 3 RS-232C IN (CONTROL & SERVICE) PORT Used by third party devices. 6 COMPONENT IN Analog Connection. USB IN R USB IN Only 42/50PQ60, 50/60PS60, 50/60PS60C, 50/60PS70, 50/60PS80 9 9 1 1 HDMI/DVI IN 4 HDMI/DVI IN 3 HDMI / DVI IN 3 PREPARATION VIDEO L/MONO AUDIO R...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... the copper wire when connecting the antenna. 2. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. Cable Cable TV Wall Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) ANTENNA/ CABLE IN ■ To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, plea(se) purchase... a signal amplifier and install properly. ■ If the antenna needs to be split for two TV's, install a 2-Way Signal Splitter. ■ If the antenna is not installed properly, contact your dealer for outdoor antenna) ( ) Copper Wire Be ...
... the copper wire when connecting the antenna. 2. Antenna (Analog or Digital) Wall Antenna Socket or Outdoor Antenna without a Cable Box Connection. Cable Cable TV Wall Jack RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) ANTENNA/ CABLE IN ■ To improve the picture quality in a poor signal area, plea(se) purchase... a signal amplifier and install properly. ■ If the antenna needs to be split for two TV's, install a 2-Way Signal Splitter. ■ If the antenna is not installed properly, contact your dealer for outdoor antenna) ( ) Copper Wire Be ...
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...top box. RGB IN (PC) EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ■ To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you do receive digital signals from your TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). However, if you have finished connecting all ...Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set -top box or other digital external device, refer to use ■ Turn on the TV. 1 2 Y PB PR L R Supported Resolutions Signal 480i 480p 720p 1080i 1080p Component Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes HDMI No Yes Yes Yes Yes...
...top box. RGB IN (PC) EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT SETUP ■ To prevent the equipment damage, never plug in any power cords until you do receive digital signals from your TV. Match the jack colors (Y = green, PB = blue, and PR = red). However, if you have finished connecting all ...Digital Over-the-air/Cable signals without an external digital set -top box or other digital external device, refer to use ■ Turn on the TV. 1 2 Y PB PR L R Supported Resolutions Signal 480i 480p 720p 1080i 1080p Component Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes HDMI No Yes Yes Yes Yes...
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... LIST and MUSIC LIST). When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menu appears at the remote control sensor on -screen displays and returns to TV viewing. TV POWER DVD ENERGY SAVING STB Q. Control buttons Controls the SIMPLINK compatible devices. G p.48-49 RATIO Changes the aspect ratio of Quick Menu options....aim it at the screen. G p.38 MENU Displays the main menu or clears all on the TV. 42/50PQ60, 50PS30, 50/60PS60, 50/60PS60C, 50/60PS70, 50/60PS80 TV/STB/DVD Select the remote operating mode: TV, STB or DVD. LIST Displays the channel list. G p.64 FREEZE Freezes the current frame....
... LIST and MUSIC LIST). When you toggle this button, the SIMPLINK menu appears at the remote control sensor on -screen displays and returns to TV viewing. TV POWER DVD ENERGY SAVING STB Q. Control buttons Controls the SIMPLINK compatible devices. G p.48-49 RATIO Changes the aspect ratio of Quick Menu options....aim it at the screen. G p.38 MENU Displays the main menu or clears all on the TV. 42/50PQ60, 50PS30, 50/60PS60, 50/60PS60C, 50/60PS70, 50/60PS80 TV/STB/DVD Select the remote operating mode: TV, STB or DVD. LIST Displays the channel list. G p.64 FREEZE Freezes the current frame....
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WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL 42/50PQ20, 42/50PQ30, 42/50PQ31, 42/50PQ30C INFO Displays channel information at the screen. VOLUME UP Adjusts the volume. /DOWN MUTE Switch the sound on or off to mark or unmark a photo/music G p.52 INFO AV MODE POWER INPUT ENERGY SAVING 123 456 ... to the next UP/DOWN one full set of the screen. G p.47 POWER Turns the TV on from standby or off . RATIO Changes the aspect ratio of AV devices connected to TV. SIMPLINK Control buttons Controls the SIMPLINK compatible devices. AV MODE Toggles through inputs....
WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL WATCHING TV / CHANNEL CONTROL 42/50PQ20, 42/50PQ30, 42/50PQ31, 42/50PQ30C INFO Displays channel information at the screen. VOLUME UP Adjusts the volume. /DOWN MUTE Switch the sound on or off to mark or unmark a photo/music G p.52 INFO AV MODE POWER INPUT ENERGY SAVING 123 456 ... to the next UP/DOWN one full set of the screen. G p.47 POWER Turns the TV on from standby or off . RATIO Changes the aspect ratio of AV devices connected to TV. SIMPLINK Control buttons Controls the SIMPLINK compatible devices. AV MODE Toggles through inputs....
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... 2 If you intend to select a channel number. The TV reverts to switch the sound off with the tion. (Except 42/50PQ30C, 50/60PS60C) (power) button on the TV, reset the Clock func- At this moment, TV is unplugged once or turn TV on, press the (Only 42/50PQ30C, 50/60PS60C) , INPUT, CH (D or E ...) button on the TV or press the POWER, INPUT, CH( or ), Number (0~9) ...
... 2 If you intend to select a channel number. The TV reverts to switch the sound off with the tion. (Except 42/50PQ30C, 50/60PS60C) (power) button on the TV, reset the Clock func- At this moment, TV is unplugged once or turn TV on, press the (Only 42/50PQ30C, 50/60PS60C) , INPUT, CH (D or E ...) button on the TV or press the POWER, INPUT, CH( or ), Number (0~9) ...
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...available, the titles 1 of discs are turned off. ■ Switch audio-out: Offers an easy way to switch audio-out. ■ Sync Power on mode. (A device, which is connected (displayed in bright color) Move FG Change Device Select 49 SIMPLINK Functions ■ Direct Play: After... device: Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to TV. ■ Disc playback: Control connected AV devices by pressing the , ENTER, G, A, l l, FF and GG buttons. ■ Power off all devices: When you power off the TV, all connected devices are conveniently displayed at the 2 bottom of the...
...available, the titles 1 of discs are turned off. ■ Switch audio-out: Offers an easy way to switch audio-out. ■ Sync Power on mode. (A device, which is connected (displayed in bright color) Move FG Change Device Select 49 SIMPLINK Functions ■ Direct Play: After... device: Enables you to select one of the AV devices connected to TV. ■ Disc playback: Control connected AV devices by pressing the , ENTER, G, A, l l, FF and GG buttons. ■ Power off all devices: When you power off the TV, all connected devices are conveniently displayed at the 2 bottom of the...
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... of a card reader, up to 128 characters of a files name. When such device is not offered by USB maker. G Please connect power to a USB storage device which was formatted as a different utility program which uses its own driver may not be recognized. If connected with ...; This TV supports JPG and MP3 files. ! In USB device, you connect a USB device, this screen is recognizable. MENU Select 2 ENTER Eject USB. Precautions when using an automatic recognition program may not be damaged. G Please use only a USB storage device which requires an external power supply. ...
... of a card reader, up to 128 characters of a files name. When such device is not offered by USB maker. G Please connect power to a USB storage device which was formatted as a different utility program which uses its own driver may not be recognized. If connected with ...; This TV supports JPG and MP3 files. ! In USB device, you connect a USB device, this screen is recognizable. MENU Select 2 ENTER Eject USB. Precautions when using an automatic recognition program may not be damaged. G Please use only a USB storage device which requires an external power supply. ...
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...the remote control. ■ Intelligent Sensor? Return to be viewed at home. PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE CONTROL ENERGY SAVING It reduces the TV's power consumption. Return to the surrounding conditions. 68 This function automatically adjusts the brightness of your screen by adjusting the Energy Saving level ...or by setting the Picture Mode. This feature is adjusted to the comfortable level to TV viewing. ■ You can increase the brightness of screen to the most suitable picture according to the previous menu. Select Energy Saving...
...the remote control. ■ Intelligent Sensor? Return to be viewed at home. PICTURE CONTROL PICTURE CONTROL ENERGY SAVING It reduces the TV's power consumption. Return to the surrounding conditions. 68 This function automatically adjusts the brightness of your screen by adjusting the Energy Saving level ...or by setting the Picture Mode. This feature is adjusted to the comfortable level to TV viewing. ■ You can increase the brightness of screen to the most suitable picture according to the previous menu. Select Energy Saving...
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...on the Antenna/Cable. Select Caption. 3 ENTER Select O n. 4 Select C C 1-4 or Text1-4. 5 Return to TV viewing. This TV is programmed to help people with hearing loss watch TV. Caption/Text, if provided by the broadcaster. 87 MENU OPTION Move Enter Menu Language(Language): English Audio Language : English...become disabled. ■ CAPTION The term for both digital and analog channels on the screen and is set when you turned the power off. usually messages provided by the broadcaster, would be available for the words that appear in a large black frame and almost ...
...on the Antenna/Cable. Select Caption. 3 ENTER Select O n. 4 Select C C 1-4 or Text1-4. 5 Return to TV viewing. This TV is programmed to help people with hearing loss watch TV. Caption/Text, if provided by the broadcaster. 87 MENU OPTION Move Enter Menu Language(Language): English Audio Language : English...become disabled. ■ CAPTION The term for both digital and analog channels on the screen and is set when you turned the power off. usually messages provided by the broadcaster, would be available for the words that appear in a large black frame and almost ...
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Select Clock. 3 ENTER Select Manual. 4 Select the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. 5 Set the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. 6 Return to TV viewing. RETURN Return to the previous menu. TIME SETTING 91 TIME Clock Off Time : Off On Time : Off Sleep Timer : Off Move Enter 1 MENU 2 ENTER ... Timer : Off Move Enter F Year Month Date Hour Minute Manual G 2008 2 21 2 AM 10 Time Zone Daylight Saving Eastern Auto Close G If you unplug the TV once or turn the main power off, the clock function reset.
Select Clock. 3 ENTER Select Manual. 4 Select the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. 5 Set the Year, Month, Date, Hour, or Minutes option. 6 Return to TV viewing. RETURN Return to the previous menu. TIME SETTING 91 TIME Clock Off Time : Off On Time : Off Sleep Timer : Off Move Enter 1 MENU 2 ENTER ... Timer : Off Move Enter F Year Month Date Hour Minute Manual G 2008 2 21 2 AM 10 Time Zone Daylight Saving Eastern Auto Close G If you unplug the TV once or turn the main power off, the clock function reset.