LG 42LN577S: LED TV

OWNER’S MANUAL

*

LED TV

* LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights.

Please read this manual carefully before operating

your set and retain it for future reference.

www.lg.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ENG

3 LICENSES

3 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

10 - Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models)

12 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

12 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

12 Unpacking

15 Separate purchase

16 Parts and buttons

17 Lifting and moving the TV

18 Mounting on a table

20 Mounting on a wall

22 REMOTE CONTROL

24 MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL

FUNCTIONS

25 Registering Magic Remote Control

25 How to use Magic Remote Control

25 Precautions to Take when Using the Magic

Remote Control

26 USING THE USER GUIDE

WARNING

27 MAINTENANCE

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If you ignore the warning message, you may

27 Cleaning your TV

be seriously injured or there is a possibility

27 - Screen, frame, cabinet and stand

of accident or death.

27 - Power cord

27 TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTION

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If you ignore the caution message, you may

28 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE

be slightly injured or the product may be

SETUP

damaged.

28 SPECIFICATIONS

NOTE

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The note helps you understand and use

the product safely. Please read the note

carefully before using the product.

LICENSES / OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

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LICENSES

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Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit www.lg.com.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D

symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia interface, and the HDMI logo

are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States

and other countries.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a

subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an ofcial DivX Certied® device that plays

DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your

les into DivX video.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certied® device must be registered

in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your

registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod.

divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.

“DivX Certied® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content.”

“DivX®, DivX Certied® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or

its subsidiaries and are used under license.”

“Covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents :

7,295,673; 7,460,668; 7,515,710; 7,519,274”

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535

& other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol & DTS and

the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a trademark

of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE

To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licenses, that is contained in this

product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com .

In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are

available for download.

LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of

performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to

opensource@lge.com. This offer is valid for three (3) years from the date on which you purchased the

product.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ENG

Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product.

WARNING

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Do not place the TV and/or remote control in the following environments:

- A location exposed to direct sunlight

- An area with high humidity such as a bathroom

- Near any heat source such as stoves and other devices that produce heat

- Near kitchen counters or humidifiers where they can easily be exposed to steam

or oil

- An area exposed to rain or wind

- Near containers of water such as vases

Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric shock, malfunction or product deformation.

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Do not place the product where it might be exposed to dust.

This may cause a fire hazard.

y

Mains Plug is the TV connecting/disconnecting device to AC mains electric supply.

This plug must remain readily attached and operable when TV is in use.

y

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Additionally, if the cord pin is wet or

covered with dust, dry the power plug completely or wipe dust off.

You may be electrocuted due to excess moisture.

y

Make sure to connect Mains cable to compliant AC mains socket with Grounded

earth pin. (Except for devices which are not grounded on earth.) Otherwise

possibility you may be electrocuted or injured.

y

Insert power cable plug completely into wall socket otherwise if not secured

completely into socket, fire ignition may break out.

y

Ensure the power cord does not come into contact with hot objects such as a

heater.

This may cause a fire or an electric shock hazard.

y

Do not place a heavy object, or the product itself, on power cables.

Otherwise, this may result in fire or electric shock.

y

Bend antenna cable between inside and outside building to prevent rain from

flowing in.

This may cause water damaged inside the Product and could give an electric

shock.

y

When mounting TV onto wall make sure to neatly install and isolate cabling from

rear of TV as to not create possibility of electric shock /fire hazard.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Do not plug too many electrical devices into a single multiple electrical outlet.

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Otherwise, this may result in fire due to over-heating.

y

Do not drop the product or let it fall over when connecting external devices.

Otherwise, this may result in injury or damage to the product.

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Keep the anti-moisture packing material or vinyl packing out of the reach of

children.

Desiccant

Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed. If swallowed by mistake, force the

patient to vomit and visit the nearest hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can cause

suffocation. Keep it out of the reach of children.

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Do not let your children climb or cling onto the TV.

Otherwise, the TV may fall over, which may cause serious injury.

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Dispose of used batteries carefully to ensure that a small child does not consume

them.

Please seek Doctor- Medical Attention immediately if child consumes batteries.

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Do not insert any metal objects/conductors (like a metal chopstick/cutlery/

screwdriver) between power cable plug and input Wall Socket while it is connected

to the input terminal on the wall. Additionally, do not touch the power cable right

after plugging into the wall input terminal. You may be electrocuted.

(Depending on model)

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Do not put or store inflammable substances near the product.

There is a danger of combustion/explosion or fire due to careless handling of the

inflammable substances.

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Do not drop metallic objects such as coins, hair pins, chopsticks or wire into the

product, or inflammable objects such as paper and matches. Children must pay

particular attention.

Electrical shock, fire or injury can occur. If a foreign object is dropped into the

product, unplug the power cord and contact the service centre.

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Do not spray water on the product or scrub with an inflammable substance (thinner

or benzene). Fire or electric shock accident can occur.

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Do not allow any impact, shock or any objects to fall into the unit, and do not drop

anything onto the screen.

You may be injured or the product can be damaged.

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

You may be electrocuted.

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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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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

ENG

Fire or electric shock accident can occur.

Contact the service centre for check, calibration or repair.

y

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

service centre.

- The product has been impacted by shock

- The product has been damaged

- Foreign objects have entered the product

- The product produced smoke or a strange smell

This may result in fire 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 fire hazard and insulation deterioration can cause

electric leakage/shock/fire.

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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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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CAUTION

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Install the product where no radio wave occurs.

y

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.

y

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.

y

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

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

y

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.

y

Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

y

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.

y

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.

y

Only use the specified type of battery.

This could cause damage to the remote control.

y

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.

y

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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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

ENG

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.

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

a cupboard).

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

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

Otherwise, this may result in fire.

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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.

y

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.

y

Prevent dust collecting on the power plug pins or outlet.

This may cause a fire hazard.

y

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.

y

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).

y

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.

y

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

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heavy.

Otherwise, this may result in injury.

y

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

Accumulated dust can cause mechanical failure.

y

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.

y

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.

y

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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Viewing 3D Imaging (Only 3D models)

ENG

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

Those that have a photosensitive seizure or chronic illness

y

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

ashing light or particular pattern from 3D contents.

y

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.

y

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

images or discomfort in viewing may be experienced.

y

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

y

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

y

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

ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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ENGENGLISH

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When transporting a large TV, there should be

Lifting and moving the TV

at least 2 people.

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When transporting the TV by hand, hold the TV

Please note the following advice to prevent the

as shown in the following illustration.

TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe

transportation regardless of its type and size.

CAUTION

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Avoid touching the screen at all times, as

this may result in damage to the screen.

y

It is recommended to move the TV in the box

or packing material that the TV originally came

in.

y

When transporting the TV, do not expose the

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Before moving or lifting the TV, disconnect the

TV to jolts or excessive vibration.

power cord and all cables.

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When transporting the TV, keep the TV upright,

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When holding the TV, the screen should face

never turn the TV on its side or tilt towards the

away from you to avoid damage.

left or right.

y

Do not apply excessive pressure to cause

exing /bending of frame chassis as it may

damage screen.

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Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame rmly.

Make sure not to hold the transparent part,

speaker, or speaker grill area.

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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Securing the TV to a table

Mounting on a table

ENG

Fix the TV to a table to prevent from tilting forward,

1 Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a

damage, and potential injury.

table.

To secure the TV to a table, insert and tighten the

- Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the

supplied screw on the rear of the stand.

wall for proper ventilation.

(Only 32/39/42/47/50/60LN57**-ZA)

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

(Only 32/39/42/47/50LN57**-ZE/ZK,

32/39/42/47/50LA62**, 32/42/47/50LA64**,

32/42/47/50LA66**, 47LA71**, 32/42/47LN61**,

32/42LN65**)

2 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

CAUTION

y

Do not place the TV near or on sources

of heat, as this may result in fire or other

damage.



Using the Kensington security system (This feature is

not available for all models.)

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Image shown may differ from your TV.

The Kensington security system connector is

2 EA, P4 x 8

located at the rear of the TV. For more information

(Only 47/50LN57**-ZE/ZK, 47/50LA62**,

of installation and using, refer to the manual

47/50LA64**,47/50LA66**, 47LA71**, 47LN61**)

2 EA, M4 x 8

provided with the Kensington security system or

(Only 32/39/42LN57**-ZE/ZK, 32/39/42LA62**,

visit

http://www.kensington.com.

32/42LA64**, 32/42LA66**, 32/42LN61**,

32/42LN65**)

Connect the Kensington security system cable