LG 32LB550U: LED TV*

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Never touch this product or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm.

You may be electrocuted.

ENGENGLISH

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Never touch the wall outlet when there is leakage of gas, open the windows and

ventilate.

It may cause a fire or a burn by a spark.

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Do not disassemble, repair or modify the product at your own discretion.

Fire or electric shock accident can occur.

Contact the service centre for check, calibration or repair.

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If any of the following occur, unplug the product immediately and contact your local

service centre.

- The product has been impacted by shock

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- The product has been damaged

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- Foreign objects have entered the product

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- The product produced smoke or a strange smell

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This may result in re or electric shock.

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Unplug the TV from AC mains wall socket if you do not intend to use the TV for a long

period of time.

Accumulated dust can cause re hazard and insulation deterioration can cause electric

leakage/shock/re.

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Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with

liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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Do not install this product on a wall if it could be exposed to oil or oil mist.

This may damage the product and cause it to fall.

CAUTION

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Install the product where no radio wave occurs.

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There should be enough distance between an outside antenna and power lines to keep

the former from touching the latter even when the antenna falls.

This may cause an electric shock.

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Do not install the product on places such as unstable shelves or inclined surfaces. Also

avoid places where there is vibration or where the product cannot be fully supported.

Otherwise, the product may fall or flip over, which may cause injury or damage to the

product.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH

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If you install the TV on a stand, you need to take actions to prevent the product from

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overturning. Otherwise, the product may fall over, which may cause injury.

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If you intend to mount the product to a wall, attach VESA standard mounting interface (optional parts) to the

back of the product. When you install the set to use the wall mounting bracket (optional parts), fix it carefully so

as not to drop.

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Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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When installing the antenna, consult with a qualified service technician. If not installed

by a qualified technician, this may create a fire hazard or an electric shock hazard.

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We recommend that you maintain a distance of at least 2 to 7 times the diagonal screen

size when watching TV.

If you watch TV for a long period of time, this may cause blurred vision.

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Only use the specified type of battery.

This could cause damage to the remote control.

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Do not mix new batteries with old batteries.

This may cause the batteries to overheat and leak.

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Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat. For example, keep away from direct Sunlight , open

fireplace and electric heaters .

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Do not place non-rechargeable batteries in charging device.

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Make sure there are no objects between the remote control and its sensor.

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Signal from Remote Control can be interrupted due to external/internal lighting eg

Sunlight, fluorescent lighting.

If this occurs turn off lighting or darken viewing area.

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When connecting external devices such as video game consoles, make sure the

connecting cables are long enough.

Otherwise, the product may fall over, which may cause injury or damage the product.

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Do not turn the product On/Off by plugging-in or unplugging the power plug to the wall

outlet. (Do not use the power plug for switch.)

It may cause mechanical failure or could give an electric shock.

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Please follow the installation instructions below to prevent the product from overheating.

- The distance between the product and the wall should be more than 10 cm.

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ENGENGLISH

- Do not install the product in a place with no ventilation (e.g., on a bookshelf or in a

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cupboard).

- Do not install the product on a carpet or cushion.

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- Make sure the air vent is not blocked by a tablecloth or curtain.

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Otherwise, this may result in re.

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Take care not to touch the ventilation openings when watching the TV for long periods

as the ventilation openings may become hot. This does not affect the operation or

performance of the product.

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Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration,

unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an

authorized servicer.

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Prevent dust collecting on the power plug pins or outlet.

This may cause a fire hazard.

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Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted,

kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall

outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance.

y

Do not press strongly upon the panel with a hand or sharp object such as nail, pencil or

pen, or make a scratch on it, as it may cause damage to screen.

y

Avoid touching the screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time.

Doing so may produce some temporary or permanent distortion/damage to screen.

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When cleaning the product and its components, unplug the power first and wipe it with

a soft cloth. Applying excessive force may cause scratches or discolouration. Do not

spray with water or wipe with a wet cloth. Never use glass cleaner, car or industrial

shiner, abrasives or wax, benzene, alcohol etc., which can damage the product and its

panel.

Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric shock or product damage (deformation,

corrosion or breakage).

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As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC power source even if

you turn off this unit by SWITCH.

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When unplugging the cable, grab the plug and unplug it, by pulling at the plug.

Don’t pull at the cord to unplug the power cord from the power board, as this could be

hazardous.

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When moving the product, make sure you turn the power off first. Then, unplug the

power cables, antenna cables and all connecting cables.

The TV set or power cord may be damaged, which may create a fire hazard or cause

electric shock.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH

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When moving or unpacking the product, work in pairs because the product is heavy.

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Otherwise, this may result in injury.

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Contact the service centre once a year to clean the internal parts of the product.

Accumulated dust can cause mechanical failure.

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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the

apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is

damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus

has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

y

If the product feels cold to the touch, there may be a small “flicker” when it is turned on.

This is normal, there is nothing wrong with product.

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The panel is a high technology display product with resolution of two million to six million

pixels. You may see tiny black dots and/or brightly coloured dots (red, blue or green) at a

size of 1 ppm on the panel. This does not indicate a malfunction and does not affect the

performance and reliability of the product.

This phenomenon also occurs in third-party products and is not subject to exchange or

refund.

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You may find different brightness and color of the panel depending on your viewing

position(left/right/top/down).

This phenomenon occurs due to the characteristic of the panel. It is not related with the

product performance, and it is not malfunction.

y

Displaying a still image (e.g., broadcasting channel logo, on-screen menu, scene from a video game) for a

prolonged time may cause damage to the screen, resulting in retention of the image, which is known as image

sticking. The warranty does not cover the product for image sticking.

Avoid displaying a fixed image on your television’s screen for a prolonged period (2 or more hours for LCD, 1

or more hours for Plasma).

Also, if you watch the TV at a ratio of 4:3 for a long time, image sticking may occur on the borders of the panel.

This phenomenon also occurs in third-party products and is not subject to exchange or refund.

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Generated Sound

“Cracking” noise: A cracking noise that occurs when watching or turning off the TV is generated by plastic

thermal contraction due to tempera-ture and humidity. This noise is common for products where thermal

deformation is required. Electrical circuit humming/panel buzzing: A low level noise is generated from a high-

speed switching circuit, which supplies a large amount of current to operate a product. It varies depending on

the product.

This generated sound does not affect the performance and reliability of the product.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Viewing 3D Imaging

(Only 3D models)

ENGENGLISH

WARNING

Viewing Environment

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Viewing Time

- When watching 3D contents, take 5 - 15 minute breaks every hour. Viewing 3D contents for a long period of

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time may cause headache, dizziness, fatigue or eye strain.

Those that have a photosensitive seizure or chronic illness

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Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing light or

particular pattern from 3D contents.

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Do not watch 3D videos if you feel nausea, are pregnant and/ or have a chronic illness such as epilepsy, cardiac

disorder, or blood pressure disease, etc.

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3D Contents are not recommended to those who suffer from stereo blindness or stereo anomaly. Double images

or discomfort in viewing may be experienced.

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If you have strabismus (cross-eyed), amblyopia (weak eyesight) or astigmatism, you may have trouble sensing

depth and easily feel fatigue due to double images. It is advised to take frequent breaks than the average adult.

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If your eyesight varies between your right and left eye, revise your eyesight prior to watching 3D contents.

Symptoms which require discontinuation or refraining from watching 3D contents

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Do not watch 3D contents when you feel fatigue from lack of sleep, overwork or drinking.

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When these symptoms are experienced, stop using/watching 3D contents and get enough rest until the symptom

subsides.

- Consult your doctor when the symptoms persist. Symptoms may include headache, eyeball pain, dizziness,

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nausea, palpitation, blurriness, discomfort, double image, visual inconvenience or fatigue.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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CAUTION

Viewing Environment

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Viewing Distance

- Maintain a distance of at least twice the screen diagonal length when watching 3D contents. If you feel

discomfort in viewing 3D contents, move further away from the TV.

Viewing Age

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Infants/Children

- Usage/ Viewing 3D contents for children under the age of 6 are prohibited.

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- Children under the age of 10 may overreact and become overly excited because their vision is in

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development (for example: trying to touch the screen or trying to jump into it. Special monitoring and extra

attention is required for children watching 3D contents.

- Children have greater binocular disparity of 3D presentations than adults because the distance between the

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eyes is shorter than one of adults. Therefore they will perceive more stereoscopic depth compared to adults

for the same 3D image.

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Teenagers

- Teenagers under the age of 19 may react with sensitivity due to stimulation from light in 3D contents. Advise

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them to refrain from watching 3D contens for a long time when they are tired.

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Elderly

- The elderly may perceive less 3D effect compared to the youth. Do not sit closer to the TV than the

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recommended distance.

Cautions when using the 3D glasses

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Make sure to use LG 3D glasses. Otherwise, you may not be able to view 3D videos properly.

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Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal glasses, sunglasses or protective goggles.

y

Using modified 3D glasses may cause eye strain or image distortion.

y

Do not keep your 3D glasses in extremely high or low temperatures. It will cause deformation.

y

The 3D glasses are fragile and are easily scratched. Always use a soft, clean piece of cloth when wiping the

lenses. Do not scratch the lenses of the 3D glasses with sharp objects or clean/wipe them with chemicals.

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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NOTE

ENGENGLISH

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Image shown may differ from your TV.

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Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this manual.

y

The available menus and options may differ from the input source or product model that you are using.

y

New features may be added to this TV in the future.

y

The TV can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. And the TV should be

turned off if it will not be watched for some time, as this will reduce energy consumption.

y

The energy consumed during use can be significantly reduced if the level of brightness of the picture is

reduced, and this will reduce the overall running cost.

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Unpacking

Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where

you purchased your product. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and item.

CAUTION

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Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the safety and product life span.

y

Any damages or injuries by using unapproved items are not covered by the warranty.

y

Some models have a thin film attached on to the screen and this must not be removed.

y

The items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.

y

Product specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of

product functions.

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For an optimal connection, HDMI cables and USB devices should have bezels less than 10 mm thick and 18

mm width. Use an extension cable that supports USB 2.0 if the USB cable or USB memory stick does not fit

into your TV’s USB port.

B

B

*A

A

A

=

10 mm

*B

NOTE

=

18 mm

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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ENG

Remote control,

Owner’s manual Power Cord

batteries (AAA)

Stand Base

Stand Base

Stand Screws

(Only LB55**, LB56**-ZE / ZC,

(Only LB56**-ZT / ZQ, LB62**-ZE)

4EA, M4 x L14

LB62**-ZA / ZB)

(Only 42/49LB55**,

39/42/47/50/55/60LB56**,

42/49/55LB62**)

Stand Screws

Wall Mount Spacers

Cable Managements

4EA, M4 x L20

2EA

2EA

(Only 32LB55**, 32LB56**,

(Only 42LB55**, 42LB56**,

32LB62**)

42LB62**)

Cable holder

Cinema 3D Glasses

(Depending on model)

The number of 3D glasses may

differ depending on the model or

country.

(Only LB62**)

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Separate purchase

ENGENGLISH

Optional extras can be changed or modied for quality improvement without any notication.

Contact your dealer for buying these items.

These devices only work with certain models.

LG Audio Device AG-F***

AG-F***DP

Cinema 3D Glasses

Dual play glasses

Compatibility LB56** / LB55** LB62**

LG Audio device • •

AG-F***

•

Cinema 3D Glasses

AG-F***DP

•

Dual play glasses

The model name or design may be changed due to the manufacturer’s circumstances or policies.

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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Parts and buttons

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(Only LB55**, LB56**-ZE / ZC, LB62**-ZA / ZB)

Screen

Joystick Button

(* This button is located below

the TV screen.)

Speakers

Remote control sensor

Power Indicator

(Only LB56**-ZT / ZQ, LB62**-ZE)

Screen

Joystick Button

(* This button is located below

the TV screen.)

Speakers

Remote control sensor

Power Indicator

NOTE

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You can set the power indicator light to on or off by selecting OPTION in the main menus.

SETTINGS

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SETTINGS

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Depending on input signal, available range of

picture modes may differ.

ENGENGLISH

y

Expert mode is for picture tuning professionals

to control and fine-tune using a specific image. For

Automatically Setting Up Programme

normal images, the effects may not be dramatic.

y

The ISF function is only available on some models.

SETTINGS SETUP Auto Tuning

Automatically tunes the programmes.

To set advanced control

y

If Input Source is not connected properly,

SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode

programme registration may not work.

Advanced Control / Expert Control

y

Auto Tuning only finds programmes that are

currently broadcasting.

Calibrates the screen for each picture mode; or adjusts

y

If Lock System is turned on, a pop-up window will

picture settings for a special screen. First select a

appear asking for password.

Picture Mode of your choice.

y

Dynamic Contrast : Adjusts the contrast to the

To adjust picture with Picture Wizard

optimal level according to the brightness of the

image.

SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Wizard III

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Dynamic Colour : Adjusts colours to make the

image appear in more natural colours.

[Depending on model]

Calibrates and adjusts for optimum picture quality us-

y

Skin Colour : Sets Skin colour spectrum separately

ing the remote control and the Picture Wizard without

to implement the skin colour as defined by the user.

expensive pattern devices or help from a specialist.

y

Sky Colour : Sky colour is set separately.

y

Grass Colour : Natural colour spectrum (meadows,

To select Picture Mode

hills, etc.) can be separately set.

y

Gamma : Sets the gradation curve according to the

SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode

output of picture signal in relation to the input signal.

y

Colour Gamut : Selects the range of colours that

Select the picture mode optimized for the viewing envi-

can be expressed.

ronment or the programme.

y

Edge Enhancer : Shows clearer and distinctive yet

y

Vivid : Heightens contrast, brightness and

natural edges of the video.

sharpness to display vivid images.

y

Expert Pattern : [Depending on model]

y

Standard : Displays images in standard levels of

Patterns used for expert adjustment.

contrast, brightness and sharpness.

y

Colour Filter : Filters a specific colour spectrum in

y

Eco/APS: [Depending on model]

RGB colours to fine-tune colour saturation and hue

The Energy Saver feature changes settings on the

accurately.

TV to reduce power consumption.

y

Colour Temperature : Adjusts the overall tone of

y

Cinema/Game: Displays the optimum picture for

the screen as desired. In Expert mode, detailed fine-

movie, game.

tuning can be set via Gamma method, etc.

y

Sports : Optimizes the video image for high and

y

Colour Management System : This is a system

dynamic actions by emphasizing primary colours

that experts use when they adjust colour with a

such as white, grass, or sky blue.

test pattern. They can select from six colour areas

(Red / Green / Blue / Cyan / Magenta / Yellow)

y

Expert 1, 2 : Menu for adjusting picture quality

without affecting other colours. For normal images,

that allows experts and amateurs to enjoy the best

adjustments may not result in noticeable colour

TV viewing. This is the adjustment menu provided

changes.

for ISF-certified picture tuning professionals. (ISF

logo can only be used on ISF-certified TVs.)

y

Depending on input signal or other picture settings,

ISFccc: Imaging Science Foundation Certified

the range of detailed items for adjustment may

Calibration Control

differ.

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SETTINGS

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To set additional picture options

To use Energy Saving feature

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SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode

SETTINGS PICTURE Energy Saving

Picture Option

Reduces power consumption by adjusting screen

[Depending on model]

brightness.

Adjusts detailed setting for images.

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Auto : [Depending on model]

y

Noise Reduction : Eliminates noise in the picture.

The TV sensor detects the ambient lighting and

y

MPEG Noise Reduction : Eliminates noise

automatically adjusts the screen brightness.

generated while creating digital picture signals.

y

Off : Turns off the Energy Saving mode.

y

Black Level : Adjusts the brightness and contrast of

y

Minimum / Medium / Maximum : Applies the pre-

the screen to suit the black level of the input picture

set Energy Saving mode.

by using the blackness (black level) of the screen.

y

Screen Off : Screen is turned off and only sound is

y

Real Cinema : Optimizes the screen for movie

played. Press any button except Power button on

viewing.

the remote control to turn the screen back on.

y

Motion Eye Care/SUPER Energy Saving :

[Depending on model]

Saves power consumption by adjusting the

To use TV speaker

brightness corresponding to the movement of the

image on the screen.

SETTINGS AUDIO Sound Out TV Speaker

y

Depending on input signal or other picture settings,

[Depending on model]

the range of detailed items for adjustment may

Sound is output through the TV speaker.

differ.

To use External Speaker

To use TruMotion

SETTINGS AUDIO Sound Out

SETTINGS PICTURE TruMotion

External Speaker (Optical)

[Depending on model]

[Depending on model]

Corrects images to display smoother motion sequences.

Sound is output through the speaker connected to the

optical port.

y

Smooth : De-judder/De-blur working on higher

range in auto mode.

y

SimpLink is supported.

y

Clear : De-judder/De-blur working on middle range

in auto mode.

To use Digital Sound Out

y

User : De-judder / De-blur can be set manually.

De-judder : This function adjusts juddering of the

SETTINGS AUDIO Sound Out

screen.

External Speaker (Optical) Digital Sound Out

De-blur : This function adjusts and eliminates

blurring of the screen.

[Depending on model]

Sets up Digital Sound Out.

Auto means Juddering and blurring range that depend

on input video status is controlled by TruMotion mode.

Digital Audio

Item Audio Input

Ouput

MPEG

PCM

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital

Auto

Dolby Digital Plus

Dolby Digital

HE-AAC

Dolby Digital

PCM All PCM