www.lg.com
OWNER’S MANUAL
LED TV
19MN43A
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your TV and retain it for future reference.
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LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
5 ASSEMBLING AND
PREPARING
5 Unpacking
7 Parts and buttons
8 Lifting and moving the TV
9 Setting up the TV
9 - Attaching the Stand
11 - Mounting on a table
12 - Tidying cables
12 - Using the Kensington security system
13 - Detaching the Stand
14 - Mounting on a wall
16 REMOTE CONTROL
18 WATCHING TV
18 Connecting an antenna
19 Accessing the TV for the first time
20 Watching TV
20 Managing programmes
20 - Automatically setting up programmes
20 - Manually setting up programmes
20 - Editing your programme list
21 - Selecting the programme list
21 - Favourite programme setup
22 Using additional options
22 - Adjusting aspect ratio
23 - Using the input list
23 - On-screen menu language
23 - Locking the buttons on the TV
24 CONNECTING TO A PC
24 RGB connection
25 Adjusting the screen
25 - Selecting an image mode
25 - Customizing image options
26 - Customizing PC display options
26 Adjusting the sound
26 - Selecting an sound mode
26 - Customizing sound options
27 ENTERTAINMENT
27 Using integrated media features
27 - Connecting USB storage devices
28 - Browsing files
29 - Viewing Photos
30 - Listening to Music
32 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS
32 Accessing main menus
33 Customizing settings
33 - SETUP settings
34 - PICTURE settings
36 - AUDIO settings
38 - TIME settings
39 - OPTION settings
40 - USB settings
41 MAKING CONNECTIONS
41 Connection overview
43 Connecting to a Camcorder, Camera, HD
receiver, DVD, VCR player or Gaming
device
43 - HDMI connection
43 - Composite connection
43 Connecting to a USB
44 TELETEXT
44 Switch On/Off
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44 Simple Text
44 - Page selection
44 - Programming a colour button in LIST
mode
45 Top Text
45 - Block / Group / Page Selection
45 - Direct Page Selection
45 Fastext
45 - Page selection
46 Special Teletext Function
47 MAINTENANCE
47 Cleaning Your TV
47 Screen and frame
47 Cabinet and stand
47 Power cord
48 TROUBLESHOOTING
48 General
49 PC mode
51 SPECIFICATIONS
53 LICENSES
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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1
Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included.
2
Attach the stand to the TV.
3
Connect an external device to the TV.
y
Image shown may differ from your TV.
y
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.
NOTE
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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 accessories.
y
The accessories supplied with your product may vary depending on the model.
y
Product specifications or contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to
upgrade of product functions.
NOTE
y
Do not use any pirated items to ensure the safety and product life span.
y
Any damages or injuries by using pirated items are not covered by the warranty.
CAUTION
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.
y
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.
NOTE
*A 10 mm
*B
18 mm
A
B
A
B
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
Remote control.
Batteries (AAA).
CD (Owner's Manual).
Cards.
AC-DC Adapter.
Stand Body.
Cable Tie.
Power Cord. AC-DC Adapter.
or
(Depending on the country)
(Depending on the country)
Stand Base.
(see.p 9, see.p 13)
(see.p 9, see.p 13)
(see.p 16, see.p 17)
(see.p 12)
(see.p 11)
(see.p 11)
(see.p 11)
(Depending on the country)
(see.p 24)
D-SUB Cable
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Parts and buttons
HDMI IN
DC-IN
RGB IN (PC)
USB IN
(MONO)
L
AUDIO
AV IN
VIDEO
5 V
(19 V )
0.5 A
R
All of the buttons are touch sensitive and can be operated through simple touch with your finger.
NOTE
Touch button Description
Scrolls through the saved programmes.
Adjusts the volume level.
OK Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input.
SETTINGS Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus.
INPUT Changes the input source.
/ I
Turns the power on or off.
Remote Control Sensor
Standby Light
y
Lighting On: Turned off
y
Lighting Off: Turned on
Connection panel (see.p 41)
Touch Buttons
(Depending on the country)
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y
When holding the TV, the screen should face
away from you to prevent the screen from
scratches.
y
When transporting the TV, do not expose the
TV to jolts or excessive vibration.
y
When transporting the TV, keep the TV
upright, never turn the TV on its side, or tilt
towards the left or right.
Lifting and moving the TV
When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to
prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged
and for save transportation regardless of its type
and size.
Avoid touching the screen at all times, as
this may result in damage to the screen or
some of the pixels used to create images.
CAUTION
y
It is recommended to move the TV in the
box or packing material that the TV originally
came in.
y
Before moving or lifting the TV, disconnect
the power cord and all cables.
y
Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame
firmly. Make sure not to hold the transparent
part, speaker, or speaker grill area.
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3 Attach the Stand Base to the Stand Body by
turning the screw to the right with a Coin.
Setting up the TV
If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, use the following
instructions to attach the stand.
1 Place the TV with the screen side down on a
flat and cushioned surface.
Attaching the Stand
2 Attach the Stand Body to the TV.
y
Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth
on the surface to protect the screen from
damage.
y
When attaching the stand to the TV, place
the screen facing down on a cushioned
table or flat surface to protect the screen
from getting scratches.
CAUTION
Tighten the screws firmly to prevent the TV
from tilting forward. Do not over tighten.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
y
Do not carry the monitor upside-down by
holding the stand body as this may cause it
to fall off, resulting in damage or injury.
y
The illustration shows a general example of
installation and may look different from the
actual product.
y
Do not carry the monitor upside-down as this
may cause it to fall off its stand, resulting in
damage or injury.
y
The illustration shows a general example of
installation and may look different from the
actual product.
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2 Connect the AC-DC Adapter and Power Cord to a
wall outlet.
Do not place the TV near or on sources of
heat, as this may result in fire or other damage.
CAUTION
Mounting on a table
1 Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a
table.
Leave a 10 cm (4 inches) (minimum) space
from the wall for proper ventilation.
When you adjust the angle, do not hold the
bottom of the TV frame as shown on the
following illustration, as may injure your fingers.
WARNING
Disconnect the power cord first, and then move
or install the TV. Otherwise electric shock may
occur.
CAUTION
or
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
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Tilt from +20 to -5 degrees up or down to adjust
the angle of the TV to suit your view.
NOTE
Using the Kensington security
system
The Kensington security system connector is
located at the back of the TV. For more information
of installation and using, refer to the manual
supplied with the Kensington security system or
visit
http://www.kensington.com
.
Connect the Kensington security system cable
between the TV and a table.
The Kensington security system is optional.
You can obtain additional accessories from
most electronics stores.
NOTE
Tidying cables
Gather and bind the cables with the supplied cable
tie.
Front Rear
+20-5
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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING
3 Pull out the
Stand Body
from the TV.
Detaching the Stand
1 Place the TV with the screen side down on a
flat and cushioned surface.
2 Turn the screw to the left, and then pull out the
Stand Base
from the
Stand Body
.
y
Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth
on the surface to protect the screen from
damage.
y
When detaching the stand to the TV, place
the screen facing down on a cushioned table
or flat surface to protect the screen from
getting scratches.
CAUTION
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5
Please use VESA standard as below.
y
784.8 mm (30.9 inch) and under
* Wall Mount Pad Thickness : 2.6 mm
* Screw : Φ 4.0 mm x Pitch 0.7 mm x
Length 10 mm
y
787.4 mm (31.0 inch) and above
* Please use VESA standard wall mount pad
and screws.
Mounting on a wall
If you intend to mount the TV to a wall, attach Wall
mounting interface (optional parts) to the back of
the TV.
When you install the TV using the wall mounting
interface (optional parts), attach it carefully so it
will not drop.
1
Please, Use the screw and wall mount interface
in accordance with VESA Standards.
2
If you use screw longer than standard, the TV
might be damaged internally.
3
If you use improper screw, the product might
be damaged and drop from mounted position.
In this case, LG Electronics is not responsible
for it.
4
VESA compatible only with respect to screw
mounting interface dimensions and mounting
screw specifications.
VESA (A x B) 75 x 75
Standard screw M4
Number of screws 4
Wall mount bracket
(optional)
RW120
y
VESA (A x B)
A
B
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 10
cm on each side and from the wall. Detailed
installation instructions are available from your
dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket
Installation and Setup Guide.
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y
Disconnect the power cord first, and then
move or install the TV. Otherwise electric
shock may occur.
y
If you install the TV on a ceiling or slanted
wall, it may fall and result in severe injury.
y
Use an authorized LG wall mount and
contact the local dealer or qualified personnel
to install wall bracket.
y
Do not over tighten the screws as this may
cause damage to the TV and void your
warranty.
y
Use the screws and wall mounts that meet
the VESA standard. Any damages or injuries
by misuse or using an improper accessory
are not covered by the warranty.
CAUTION
y
Use the screws that are listed on the VESA
standard screw specifications.
y
The wall mount kit includes an installation
manual and necessary parts.
y
The wall mount bracket is optional. You can
obtain additional accessories from your local
dealer.
y
The length of screws may differ depending
on the wall mount. Be sure to use the proper
length.
y
For more information, refer to the instructions
supplied with the wall mount.
NOTE
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REMOTE CONTROL
REMOTE CONTROL
The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control.
Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly.
To replace batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching
and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover.
To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse.
Make sure to point the remote control to the remote control sensor on the TV.
CAUTION
Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may
damage the remote control.
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USB VOL
-
USB VOL +
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL
INDEX
MODE
UPDATE
POWER
Turns the TV on or off.
MUTE
Mutes all sounds.
TV/PC
Selects TV or PC mode.
PSM
Recalls your preferred picture
setting.
LIST
Displays the programme
table.
INPUT
Selects the input mode.
Number buttons
Enters numbers.
I/II
Selects the sound output.
SSM
Recalls your preferred sound
setting.
Q.VIEW
Returns to the previously
viewed programme.
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USB VOL
-
USB VOL +
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL
INDEX
MODE
UPDATE
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REMOTE CONTROL
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USB VOL
-
USB VOL +
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL
INDEX
MODE
UPDATE
MENU
Accesses the main menus
or saves your input and exit
menus.
Coloured buttons
These buttons are used for
teletext (on TELETEXT
models only) , Programme edit.
USB Menu control buttons
USB menu(Photo List, Music
List).
EXIT
Clears all on-screen displays
and returns to TV viewing
from any menu.
INPUT
POWER
TV/PC
MUTE PSM
LIST Q.VIEW
MENU EXIT
HOLD
ARC/MARK
USB VOL
-
USB VOL +
OK
PR
PR
VOL VOL
SSM I/II
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
SIZE MIX TIME
TEXT
REVEAL
INDEX
MODE
UPDATE
Q
M
E
NU
E
XIT
H
O
L
D
ARC
/
MAR
K
US
B V
O
L
-
US
B V
O
L
+
OK
PR
PR
V
OL
VOL
S
IZE
MIX
TIME
T
E
XT
R
E
V
E
AL
IN
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X
M
O
D
E
U
PD
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E
PR
Selects a programme.
VOL
Adjusts the volume level.
Navigation buttons
Scrolls through menus or
options.
OK
Selects menus or options and
confirms your input.
Teletext buttons
These buttons are used for
teletext. For further details,
see the ‘Teletext’ section.
USB VOL(Only USB Mode)
Adjusts the USB volume
level.
ARC
Selects your desired picture
format.
MARK
Check and un-check files in
the USB menu.
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WATCHING TV
WATCHING TV
Connect an antenna, cable or cable box to watch TV referring to the following. The illustrations may differ
from the actual accessories and an RF cable is optional.
Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an RF cable (75 Ω).
y
Use a signal splitter to use more than 2 TVs.
y
If the image quality is poor, install a signal
amplifier properly to improve the image
quality.
y
If the image quality is poor with an antenna
connected, aim the antenna to the proper
direction.
y
Visit
http://AntennaWeb.org
for more
information about the antenna and cable
connection.
NOTE
y
Make sure not to bend the copper wire of the
RF cable.
y
Complete all connections instructions
between devices, and then connect the
power cord to the power outlet to prevent
damages to your TV.
CAUTION
Wall Antenna
Socket
Outdoor Antenna
y
VHF Antenna
y
UHF Antenna
Connecting an antenna
(Not Provided)
Copper wire
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WATCHING TV
Accessing the TV for the
first time
When you access the TVt for the first time, the
initial setting screen appears. Select a language
and customize the basic settings.
1
Connect the power cord to a power outlet.
2
Press on the TV to turn the TV on.
The Standby Light lighting is turned off.
y
You can also switch the TV from PC
mode to TV mode, press TV/PC.
y
You can also access Factory Reset by
accessing OPTION in the main menus.
y
If you do not operate the TV within
40 seconds when the setting menu
screen appears, the setting menus will
disappear.
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
NOTE
When the TV is in Power saving mode, the
Standby Light lighting blinks.
y
To display images in the best quality for
your home environment, select Home
Use mode.
y
Store Demo mode is suitable for the
retail environment.
y
If you select Store Demo mode, the
previously customized settings will switch
to the default settings of Store Demo in 5
minutes.
If you do not complete the initial setting, it
will appear whenever you access the TV.
3
The initial setting screen appears if you access
the TV for the first time.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions to customize
your TV according to your preferences.
Language
Mode Setting
Auto Tuning
Selects Home Use for
the home environment.
Selects a language for
the display.
Scans and saves
available programmes
automatically.
5
When the basic settings are complete, press
OK.
6
To turn the TV off, press on the TV.
The Standby Light turns on.
Disconnect the power cord from the power
outlet when you do not use the TV for a long
period of time.
CAUTION
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WATCHING TV
Watching TV
1
Press on the Remote control or on the
TV to turn the TV on.
2
Press INPUT and select Antenna.
3
Control the TV using the following buttons and
menus while you are watching TV.
Managing programmes
Automatically setting up
programmes
Use this to automatically find and store all available
programmes.
1
Press MENU to access the main menus.
2
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Auto Tuning and press OK.
4
Select Yes to start automatic tuning.
The TV scans and saves available programmes
automatically.
5
When you are finished, press EXIT.
When you return to the previous menu, press
MENU.
Button / Menu Description
PR (
,
)
Scrolls through the saved
programmes
0 - 9 Selects a programme by entering
numbers
VOL (
,
)
Adjusts the volume level
MUTE Mutes all sounds
PSM Selects one of the preset image
modes
SSM
Selects one of the preset audio
modes
ARC Resizes an image
4
To turn the TV off, Press on the Remote
control or on the TV.
Manually setting up programmes
Manual Tuning lets you manually tune and arrange
the stations in whatever order you desire.
1
Press MENU to access the main menus.
2
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Manual Tuning and press OK.
4
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
TV System.
5
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
V/UHF or Cable.
6
Press the Navigation buttons or Number
buttons to scroll Select the desired channel
number.
7
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Commence searching.
8
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Store and press OK
9
When you are finished, press EXIT.
When you return to the previous menu, press
MENU.
Editing your programme list
1
Press MENU to access the main menus.
2
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
SETUP and press OK.
3
Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to
Programme Edit and press OK.
4
Edit programmes using the following buttons.
Button Description
Navigation Scrolls through programme types
or programmes
OK Selects a programme to view
Colour
Button
Adds or deletes a programme.
The deleted programme displays
in gray.
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