LG 42LK455H Owner's manual

www.lg.com

OWNER’S MANUAL

LCD TV / LED LCD TV

Please read this manual carefully before operating the

set and retain it for future reference.

P/NO : MFL66100447 (1203-REV03)

Printed in Korea

ENG

ENGLISH

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LICENSES

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.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or

registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

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

of Rovi Corporation.

This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit Divx.com for

more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified® 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 Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content.”

DivX®, DivX Certified® 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 from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D

symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 LICENSES

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS

6 ASSEMBLING AND PREPAR-

ING

6 Unpacking

8 Parts and buttons

10 Lifting and moving the TV

10 Setting up the TV

10 - Attaching the stand

12 - Not using the Desk Type Stand

12 - Mounting on a table

13 - Mounting on a wall

15 - Tidying cables

16 REMOTE CONTROL

19 WATCHING TV

19 Connecting an antenna

19 Turning the TV on for the first time

20 Watching TV

21 Managing programmes

21 - Automatically setting up programme

21 - Manually setting up programme (In

digital mode) (Only DTV)

22 - Manually setting up programme (In

analogue mode)

23 - Editing your programme list

25 - Selecting the programme list

27 EPG (Electronic Program Guide) (In digi-

tal mode)

27 - Switch on/off EPG

27 - Select a programme

28 - NOW/NEXT Guide Mode

28 - 8 Day Guide Mode

28 - Date Change Mode

28 - Extended Description Box

29 MHEG (Multimedia and Hypermedia In-

formation coding Expert Group) (In digital

mode)

29 - Teletext Within Digital Service

29 - Teletext in Digital Service

30 - Switch on/off MHEG

30 - Select a programme

30 - Programme Listing Mode

30 - NOW/NEXT Guide Mode

31 Using additional options

31 - Adjusting aspect ratio

32 - Changing AV modes

32 - Using the input list

33 - Locking the buttons on the TV (Child

Lock)

34 Using the quick menu

35 ENTERTAINMENT

35 - Connecting USB storage devices

36 - Browsing files

37 - Viewing movies

40 - Viewing photos

42 - Listening to music

44 - DivX® VOD Guide

45 CUSTOMIZING TV SETTINGS

45 Accessing main menus

46 Customizing settings

46 - SETUP settings

47 - PICTURE settings

53 - AUDIO settings

56 - TIME settings

57 - LOCK settings

58 - OPTION settings

60 MAKING CONNECTIONS

61 Connection overview

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

62 Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD, or

VCR player

62 - HDMI connection

62 - DVI to HDMI connection

62 - Component connection

63 - Composite connection

63 Connecting to a PC

63 - HDMI connection

63 - DVI to HDMI connection

64 - RGB Connection

65 Connecting to an audio system

65 - Digital optical audio connection

65 - Headphone connection

66 - Speaker output Setup

66 Connecting to a USB

67 SIMPLINK connection

67 - Activating the SIMPLINK feature

68 TELETEXT

68 Switch On/Off

68 Simple Text

68 - Page selection

68 Top Text

68 - Block / Group / Page Selection

68 - Direct Page Selection

69 Fastext

69 - Page selection

69 Special Teletext Function

70 MAINTENANCE

70 Cleaning your TV

70 - Screen and frame

70 - Cabinet and stand

70 - Power cord

71 Preventing “Image burn” or “Burn-in” on

your TV screen

72 TROUBLESHOOTING

74 SPECIFICATIONS

79 IR CODES

80 EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE

SETUP

80 RS-232C Setup

80 Type of connector;

D-Sub 9-Pin Male

80 RS-232C Configurations

81 Communication Parameters

81 Command reference list

82 Transmission / Receiving Protocol

87 OPEN SOURCE LICENSE

87 Open source software notice

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Remote control and batteries(AAA) Owner’s manual

Polishing cloth

1

(This item is not

included for all models.)

Ferrite core

(Depending on model)

(This item is not included for all

models.)

Power Cord(This item is not included

for all models.)

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.

1 Gently wipe the spots on the cabinet with the polishing cloth.

(M4 x 20)

x 8

Only 26/32LK33**, 32/37/42/47LK45**

Screw for assembly Screw for fixing Protection cover

(Except for 47LK45**)

Only 32/37/42/47/55LV35**

Screw for assembly Screw for fixing

(Only 32/37LV35**)

(M4 x 12)

x 8

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

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 manufacturer's 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

Image shown may differ from your TV.

NOTE

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

thick and 18 mm width.(Except for 26/32LK33**)

B

A

B

*A 10 mm

*B 18 mm

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Parts and buttons

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

NOTE

y

Do not step on the glass stand or subject it to any impact. It may break, causing possible injury

from fragments of glass, or the TV may fall.

y

Do not drag the TV. The floor or the product may be damaged.

y

In case of some model, the thin film on screen is a part of TV. So don't take it off.

CAUTION

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

R

IN 3

USB IN

P

OK

INPUT

HOME

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

(RGB/DVI)

RGB IN (PC)

RS-232C IN

(CONTROL & SERVICE)

L/MONO

R

AUDIO

VIDEO

2

1

ANTENNA/

CABLE IN

H/P

R

IN 3

USB IN

AV IN 2

L/MONO

R

AUDIO

VIDEO

USB IN

IN 3

SPEAKER OUT

VOLUME

CONTROL

STEREO

(8Ω)

Connection panel

(See p.60)

Speakers

Button Description

/I Turns the power on or off

INPUT Changes the input source

HOME Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus

OK Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input

-

+

Adjusts the volume level

v

P

^

Scrolls through the saved programmes

Only 32/37/42/47/55LV35**, 26/32LK33**, 32/37/42/47LK45**

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

(Only

26/32LK33**)

Screen

1 Intelligent sensor - Adjusts the image quality corresponding to the surrounding environment.(Except for

26/32LK33**)

2 Touch Button - You can use the desired button function by touching.(Except for 26/32LK33**)

In case of some model, the thin film on screen is a part of TV. So don't take it off.

Remote control and intel-

ligent

1

sensors(Except for

26/32LK33**)

Power Indicator

(Can be adjusted using

the Power Indicator in the

OPTION menu.)

Touch buttons

2

(Except for 26/32LK33**)

(Only

32/37/42/47/55LV35**)

(Only

32/37/42/47LK45**)

(Only

26/32LK33**)

No. Description

1

USB input

2

HDMI IN

3

Headphone Socket

4

AV (Audio and Video) IN

1

2

3

4

Clock LED (Except for

26/32LK33**)

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Only 26/32LK33**

1

Lay the TV with the screen side down on a flat

surface.

y

Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth

on the surface to protect the screen from

damage.

CAUTION

2

Assemble the parts of the Stand Body with the

Stand Base of the TV.

Stand Body

Stand Base

3 Secure the TV and the stand with the 4 screws.

y Tighten the screws firmly to prevent

the TV from tilting forward. Do not over

tighten.

CAUTION

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 safe transportation regardless of its type

and size.

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

When holding the TV, the screen should face

away from you to avoid damage.

y

Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame firmly.

Make sure not to hold the transparent part,

speaker, or speaker grill area.

y

When transporting a large TV, there should be

at least 2 people.

y

When transporting the TV by hand, hold the

TV as shown in the following illustration.

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.

y

Avoid touching the screen at all times, as

this may result in damage on the screen

or some of the pixels used to create

images.

CAUTION

Attaching the stand

Setting up the TV

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

Put your TV on a pedestal stand and mount the TV

on a table or wall.

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Only 32/37/42/47LK45**

1

Lay the TV with the screen side down on a flat

surface.

y

Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth

on the surface to protect the screen from

damage.

CAUTION

2

Assemble the parts of the Stand Body with the

Stand Base of the TV.

3 Secure the TV and the stand with the 4 screws.

Stand Base

Stand Body

y Tighten the screws firmly to prevent

the TV from tilting forward. Do not over

tighten.

CAUTION

Only 32/37/42/47/55LV35**

1

Lay the TV with the screen side down on a flat

surface.

y

Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth

on the surface to protect the screen from

damage.

CAUTION

2

Assemble the parts of the Stand Body with the

Stand Base of the TV.

3 Secure the TV and the stand with the 4 screws.

Stand Body

Stand Base

y Tighten the screws firmly to prevent

the TV from tilting forward. Do not over

tighten.

CAUTION

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

10 cm

Only 26/32LK33**, 32/37/42/47LK45**

1

Push the supplied protection cover into the

opening at the bottom of the TV until clicking

sound.

Protection cover

Mounting on a table

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

1

Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a

table.

- Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the

wall for proper ventilation.

2

Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

y Do not place the TV near or on sources

of heat, as this may result in fire or other

damage.

CAUTION

Securing the TV to a table

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

y

This feature is not available for all models.

Only 26/32LK33**, 32/37/42LK45**, 32/37LV35**

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

damage, and potential injury.

Mount the TV on a table, and then insert and

tighten the supplied screw on the rear of the stand.

y

To prevent TV from falling over, the TV

should be securely attached to the floor/

wall per installation instructions. Tipping,

shaking, or rocking the TV may cause

injury.

WARNING

Not using the Desk Type Stand

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

Adjusting the angle of the TV to suit view

Swivel 20 degrees to the left or right and adjust the

angle of the TV to suit your view.

2020

y

When adjusting the angle of the product,

watch out for your fingers.

CAUTION

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Securing the TV to a wall

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

y

This feature is not available for all models.

1

Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets

and bolts on the back of the TV.

- If there are bolts inserted at the eye-bolts

position, remove the bolts first.

2

Mount the wall brackets with the bolts to the

wall.

Match the location of the wall bracket and the

eye-bolts on the rear of the TV.

3

Connect the eye-bolts and wall brackets tightly

with a sturdy rope.

Make sure to keep the rope horizontal with the

flat surface.

y

Use a platform or cabinet that is strong

and large enough to support the TV

securely.

NOTE

y

Make sure that children do not climb on

or hang on the TV.

CAUTION

Using the Kensington security system

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

y

This feature is not available for all models.

The Kensington security system connector is

located at the rear of the TV. For more information

of installation and using, refer to the manual

provided with the Kensington security system or

visit

http://www.kensington.com.

Connect the Kensington security system cable

between the TV and a table.

Mounting on a wall

Attach a wall mount bracket at the rear of the TV

carefully and install the wall mount bracket on a

solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When you

attach the TV to other building materials, please

contact qualified personnel.

LG recommends that wall mounting be performed

by a qualified professional installer.

10 cm

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Make sure to use screws and wall mount

bracket that meet the VESA standard. Standard

dimensions for the wall mount kits are described in

the following table.

Separate purchase(Wall Mounting Bracket)

Model 26/32LK33**

32LK45**

32LV35**

VESA (A x B) 200 x 100

Standard screw M4

Number of screws 4

Wall mount

bracket

LSW100B, LSW100BG

Model 37/42/47LK45**

37LV35**

42/47/55LV35**

VESA (A x B) 200 x 200 400 x 400

Standard screw M6 M6

Number of screws 4 4

Wall mount

bracket

LSW200B,

LSW200BG

LSW400B,

LSW400BG

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 length of screws may differ depending

on the wall mount. Make sure to use the

proper length.

y

For more information, refer to the manual

supplied with the wall mount bracket.

NOTE

y

Disconnect the power 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.

Use an authorized LG wall mount bracket

and contact the local dealer or qualified

personnel.

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 mount bracket

that meet the VESA standard. Any

damages or injuries by misuse or using an

improper accessory are not covered by the

manufacturer's warranty.

CAUTION

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ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING

Only 26/32LK33**, 32/37/42/47LK45**

1

Gather and bind the cables with the cable

management clip.

2

Fix the cable management clip firmly to the TV.

y

Do not move the TV by holding the

cable management clip, as the cable

management clip may break, and injuries

and damage to the TV may occur.

NOTE

Cable Management Clip

Tidying cables

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

1

Gather and bind the cables with the Cable

Holder on the TV back cover.

Only 32/37/42/47/55LV35**

Cable Holder

or

Cable Holder

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REMOTE CONTROL

The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on 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. Be

sure to point the remote control toward the remote control sensor on the TV.

To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse.

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

FREEZE

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

FREEZE

y

Do not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control.

CAUTION

(POWER)

Turns the TV on or off.

ENERGY SAVING (See p.47)

Adjusts the brightness of the screen to reduce energy consumption

AV MODE (See p.32)

Selects an AV mode

INPUT (See p.32)

Changes the input source; Turns the TV on.

TV/RAD

Selects Radio, TV and DTV programme.

Number buttons

Enters numbers.

LIST (See p.25)

Accesses the saved programme list.

Q.VIEW

Returns to the previously viewed programme.

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

y

In Analogue TV and in some countries, some remote control keys may not work.

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REMOTE CONTROL

+ -

Adjusts the volume level.

MARK

Selects a menu or option.

FAV (See p.26)

Accesses your favourite programme list

RATIO (See p.31)

Resizes an image

MUTE

Mutes all sounds.

P

Scrolls through the saved programmes.

PAGE

Moves to the previous or next screen.

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

FREEZE

GUIDE

Shows programme guide.

Home

Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exit the menus.

Q. MENU (See p.34)

Accesses the quick menus

Navigation buttons (up/down/left/right)

Scrolls through menus or options.

OK

Selects menus or options and confirms your input.

BACK

Returns to the previous level.

INFO (See p.27)

Views the information of the current programme and screen.

EXIT

Clears all on-screen displays and return to TV viewing.

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

FREEZE

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REMOTE CONTROL

Coloured buttons

These buttons are used for teletext (on TELETEXT models only),

Programme edit.

TELETEXT BUTTONS (See p.68)

These buttons are used for teletext.

For further details, see the ‘Teletext’ section.

SUBTITLE

Recalls your preferred subtitle in digital mode.

Control buttons(

, , , , )

Controls the MY MEDIA menus, or the SIMPLINK compatible devices

(USB,SIMPLINK).

SIMPLINK (See p.67)

Accesses the AV devices connected to the TV;

Opens the SIMPLINK menu.

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

FREEZE

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

AV MODE INPUT

TV/

RAD

ENERGY

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8

0

9

LIST

Q.VIEW

FAV

RATIO

MUTE

MARK

P

A

G

E

SAVING

BACK

EXIT

OK

GUIDE

Q.MENU

INFO

Home

FREEZE

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WATCHING TV

Connecting an antenna

Connect an antenna to watch TV while referring to

the following.

To prevent damage do not connect to the mains

outlet until all connections are made between the

devices.

Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an

RF cable (75 Ω).

y

Image shown may differ from your TV.

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 correct direction.

y

An antenna cable and converter are not

supplied.

NOTE

Turning the TV on for the first

time

When you turn the TV on 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

In Standby mode, press

(POWER) to turn

the TV on.

The Initial setting screen appears if you turn

the TV on for the first time.

y

You can also access Factory Reset by

accessing OPTION in the main menus.

NOTE

3

Follow the on-screen instructions to customize

your TV settings according to your preferences.

Language

Selects a language to display.

(Except for Australia, New

Zealand, Singapore, South

Africa)



Country

Selects a country to display.

(Only Australia, New Zealand)



Time Zone

Selects a Time Zone to

display.(Only Australia)



Auto Tuning

Scans and saves available

channels automatically.

y

DTV mode control buttons may not

function based on country broadcasting

circumstances. (Only DTV)

y

In country that Digital broadcasting

regulation isn’t fixed, some DTV function

may not work depending on digital

broadcasting circumstances. (Only DTV)

NOTE

Wall Antenna

Socket

or

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WATCHING TV

4 When the basic settings are complete,

press OK.

y If you do not complete the Initial setting, it

will appear whenever the TV turns on.

y Disconnect the power cord from the

power outlet when you do not use the TV

for a long period of time.

NOTE

5 To turn the TV off, press

(POWER) .

Watching TV

1

In Standby mode, press

(POWER) to turn

the TV on.

2

Press INPUT and select Antenna.

3

To turn the TV off, press

(POWER) .

The TV switches to Standby mode.

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