LG 32LH500B User Manual
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32LH500B 43LH5000
Safety and Reference
LED TV*
* LG LED TVs are LCD TVs with LED backlighting.
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your TV and retain it for future reference.
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Important Safety Instructions
Always comply with the following precautions
to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak
performance of your product.
WARNING/CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning ash with arrowhead
symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated dangerous voltage within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sucient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING/CAUTION
- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING
If you ignore the warning message, you may
be seriously injured or there is a possibility of
accident or death.
CAUTION
If you ignore the caution message, you may
be slightly injured or the product may be
damaged.
NOTE
The note helps you understand and use the
product safely. Please read the note carefully
before using the product.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water.
•Clean only with dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including ampliers) that produce
heat.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
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•Only use attachments/accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
•Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualied 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.
•Do not press strongly upon the panel with a
hand or a sharp object such as a nail, pencil, or
pen, or make a scratch on it.
•Do not stick metal objects or any other
conductive material into the power cord. Do
not touch the end of the power cord while it is
plugged in.
•Keep the packing anti-moisture material or
vinyl packing out of the reach of children.
Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed.
If swallowed, induce vomiting and go to the
nearest hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can
cause suocation. Keep it out of the reach of
children.
•CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
(Can dier by country):
Check the specication page of this owner’s
manual to be certain. Do not connect too many
appliances to the same AC power outlet as this
could result in re or electric shock. Do not
overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets,
loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords,
frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked
wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these
conditions could result in electric shock or re.
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
service. 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. Do
not move the TV with the power cord plugged
in. Do not use a damaged or loose power cord.
Be sure do grasp the plug when unplugging the
power cord. Do not pull on the power cord to
unplug the TV.
•Warning - To reduce the risk of re or electrical
shock, do not expose this product to rain,
moisture or other liquids. Do not touch the TV
with wet hands. Do not install this product near
ammable objects such as gasoline or candles,
or expose the TV to direct air conditioning.
•Do not expose to dripping or splashing and
do not place objects lled with liquids, such as
vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g.,
on shelves above the unit).
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•Grounding
(Except for devices which are not grounded.)
Ensure that you connect the earth ground wire
to prevent possible electric shock (i.e., a TV
with a three-prong grounded AC plug must
be connected to a three-prong grounded AC
outlet). If grounding methods are not possible,
have a qualied electrician install a separate
circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the unit by
connecting it to telephone wires, lightning rods,
or gas pipes.
Circuit
Breaker
Power
Supply
•As long as this unit is connected to the AC wall
outlet, it is not disconnected from the AC power
source even if the unit is turned o.
•Do not attempt to modify this product in any
way without written authorization from LG
Electronics. Unauthorized modication could
void the user’s authority to operate this product.
•Outdoor Antenna Grounding
(Can dier by country):
If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the
precautions below. An outdoor antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can come in contact with
such power lines or circuits as death or serious
injury can occur. Be sure the antenna system is
grounded to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
in the U.S.A. provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit, connection to grounding electrodes and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
Antenna grounding according to the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
Ground Clamp
Grounding Conductor
(NEC Section 810-21)
Antenna Lead in Wire
Electric Service
Equipment
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Ground Clamp Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)
NEC: National Electrical Code
•Cleaning
When cleaning, unplug the power cord and wipe
gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Do
not spray water or other liquids directly on the
TV as electric shock may occur. Do not clean with
chemicals such as alcohol, thinners, or benzene.
•Moving
Make sure the product is turned o, unplugged,
and all cables have been removed. It may take 2
or more people to carry larger TVs. Do not press
or put stress on the front panel of the TV.
•Ventilation
Install your TV where there is proper ventilation.
Do not install in a conned space such as a
bookcase. Do not cover the product with cloth or
other materials while plugged. Do not install in
excessively dusty places.
•If you smell smoke or other odors coming from
the TV, unplug the power cord and contact an
authorized service center.
•If water or another substance enters the
product (like an AC adapter, power cord, or TV),
disconnect the power cord and contact the
service center immediately. Otherwise, this may
result in re or electric shock.
•Use only an authorized AC adapter and power
cord approved by LG Electronics.
Otherwise, this may result in re, electric shock,
malfunction, or product deformation.
•Never disassemble the AC adapter or power
cord. This may result in re or electric shock.
•Keep the product away from direct sunlight.
•Never touch this apparatus or antenna during a
lightning storm.
•When mounting a TV on the wall, make sure not
to install the TV by hanging the power and signal
cables on the back of the TV.
•Do not allow an impact shock, any objects to fall
into the product, and do not drop anything onto
the screen.
•DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE FROM THE
MAIN POWER
The power plug is the disconnecting device.
In case of an emergency, the power plug must
remain readily accessible.
•Batteries
Store the accessories (battery, etc.) in a safe
location out of the reach of children.
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•This apparatus uses batteries. In your community
there might be regulations that require you
to dispose of these batteries properly due to
environmental considerations. Please contact
your local authorities for disposal or recycling
information.
•The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack)
shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re or the like.
FCC NOTICE
(For USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment
and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device. Any
changes or modications in construction of this
device which are not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
•
•
Do not short circuit, disassemble, or allow the
batteries to overheat.
•Do not use high voltage electrical equipment
near the TV. (e.g., a bug zapper.)
This may result in product malfunction.
•Dot Defect
The panel is a high technology product with
resolution of two million to six million pixels.
In a very few cases, you could see ne dots on
the screen while you’re viewing the TV. Those
dots are deactivated pixels and do not aect the
performance and reliability of the TV.
•Generated Sound
Cracking noise A cracking noise that occurs
when watching or turning o the TV is
generated by plastic thermal contraction due to
temperature 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 upon the product. This generated
sound does not aect the performance and
reliability of the product.
•Take care not to touch the ventilation openings.
When watching the TV for a long period, the
ventilation openings may become hot. This does
not aect the performance of the product or
cause defects in the product.
•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.
•If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may
be a small icker when it is turned on. This is
normal; there is nothing wrong with TV. Some
minute dot defects may be visible on the screen,
appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots.
However, they have no adverse eect on the TV’s
performance. Avoid touching the LCD screen or
holding your nger(s) against it for long periods
of time. Doing so may produce some temporary
distortion eects on the screen.
This equipment is a Class Ⅱor double insulated
electrical appliance. It has been designed in such a
way that it does not require a safety connection to
electrical earth.
Preventing Image Burn or Burn-in on
Your TV Screen
•
Displaying a still image for a prolonged period of
time may cause image sticking.
Avoid displaying a xed image on the TV screen
for a long period of time.
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FCC Radio Frequency Interference
Requirements (for UNII devices)
High power radars are allocated as primary users
of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands.
These radar stations can cause interference with
and/or damage this device. This device cannot be
co-located with any other transmitter.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
[For having wireless function (WLAN, Bluetooth,...)]
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This transmitter must not be
colocated or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum
distance 20 cm (7.8 inches) between the radiator
and your body. Users must follow the specic
operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Industry Canada Statement
(For Canada)
[For having wireless function (WLAN, Bluetooth,...)]
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry
Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. this device may not cause interference and
2. this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
(For Canada)
[For having wireless function (WLAN, Bluetooth,...)]
This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 20 cm (7.8
inches) between the radiator & your body.
NOTE : THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED
BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS
EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
WARNING
(For Canada)
[For product having the wireless function using 5
GHz frequency bands]
•The device for operation in the band 5150–5250
MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel
mobile satellite systems;
•The maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the bands 5250–5350 MHz and
5470–5725 MHz shall comply with the EIRP limit;
and
•The maximum antenna gain permitted for
devices in the band 5725–5825 MHz shall
comply with the EIRP limits specied for point-
to-point and non point-to-point operation as
appropriate.
•High-power radars are allocated as primary users
(i.e. priority users) of the bands 5250–5350 MHz
and 5650–5850 MHz and that these radars could
cause interference and/or damage to LE-LAN
devices.
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER
(For USA and Canada)
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
species that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close
to the point of the cable entry as practical.
LG Recycling Policy
(For USA)
LG Electronics oers a customized e-waste take-
back and recycling service that meets local needs
and requirements in the countries where e-waste
regulations are in place, and also provides product
and packaging take-back and recycling service
voluntarily in some countries. LG Electronics
evaluates products’ recyclability at the design step
using LG’s recyclability evaluation tool, with the
goal of improving recyclability where practicable.
Through these activities, LG seeks to contribute to
conserving natural resources and protecting the
environment.
For more information about the LG Recycling
Policy, please visit our global site at
http://www.lg.com/global/sustainability/
environment/take-back-recycling
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Symbols
Refers to alternating current(AC).
Refers to direct current(DC).
Refers to class II equipment.
Refers to stand-by.
Refers to “ON” (power).
Refers to dangerous voltage.
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WARNING!
Never place a television set in an unstable
location. A television set may fall, causing serious
personal injury or death. Many injuries, particularly
to children, can be avoided by taking simple
precautions such as:
•Using cabinets or stands recommended by the
manufacturer of the television set.
•Only using furniture that can safely support the
television set.
•Ensuring the television set is not overhanging
the edge of the supporting furniture.
•Not placing the television set on tall furniture
(for example, cupboards or bookcases) without
anchoring both the furniture and the television
set to a suitable support.
•Not placing the television set on cloth or other
materials that may be located between the
television set and supporting furniture.
•Educating children about the dangers of
climbing on furniture to reach the television set
or its controls.
If your existing television set is being retained
and relocated, the same considerations as above
should be applied.
Preparing
NOTE
•Image shown may dier from your TV.
•Your TV’s OSD (On Screen Display) may dier
slightly from that shown in this manual.
•The available menus and options may dier from
the input source or product model that you are
using.
•New features may be added to this TV in the
future.
•The items supplied with your product may vary
depending upon the model.
•Product specications or contents of this manual
may be changed without prior notice due to
upgrade of product functions.
•For an optimal connection, HDMI cables and USB
devices should have bezels less than 10 mm (0.39
inches) thick and 18 mm (0.7 inches) width.
•Use an extension cable that supports USB 2.0 if
the USB cable or USB ash drive does not t into
your TV’s USB port.
•Use a certied cable with the HDMI logo
attached. If you do not use a certied HDMI
cable, the screen may not display or a
connection error may occur.
•Recommended HDMI cable types
-High-Speed HDMI®/™ cable
-High-Speed HDMI®/™ cable with Ethernet
B
AA
B
*A 10 mm (0.39 inches)
*B 18 mm (0.7 inches)
•How to use the ferrite core
(Depending upon model)
-Use the ferrite core to reduce the
electromagnetic interference in the component
Y, Pb, Pr, L, R and AV Video, L, R.
[Cross Section of Ferrite Core]
[to an External device] [to the TV]
20 mm (+ / - 5 mm)
CAUTION
•Do not use any unapproved items to ensure the
safety and lifespan of the product.
•Any damages or injuries by using unapproved
items are not covered by the warranty.
•Some models appear to have a thin lm on the
screen. It is actually part of the screen; do not
remove it.
•When attaching the stand to the TV set, place
the screen facing down on a cushioned table or
at surface to protect the screen from scratches.
•Make sure that the screws are fastened tightly.
(If they are not fastened securely enough, the TV
may tilt forward after being installed.)
•Do not fasten the screws with excessive force
otherwise they may be worn out and become
loose.
Maintenance
Cleaning your TV
Clean your TV regularly to keep it at peak
performance and to extend the product’s lifespan.
CAUTION
•Before cleaning, turn the power o and
disconnect the power cord and all other cables.
•When the TV is left unattended or unused for a
long time, disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet to prevent possible damage from
lightning or power surges.
Screen, frame, cabinet, and stand
To remove dust or light dirt, wipe the surface with
a dry, clean, and soft cloth.
To remove major dirt, wipe the surface with a soft
cloth dampened in clean water or a diluted mild
detergent. Then wipe immediately with a dry cloth.
CAUTION
•Do not push, rub, or hit the surface with your
ngernail or a sharp object, as this may result in
scratches on the screen and image distortions.
•Do not use any chemicals, such as waxes,
benzene, alcohol, thinners, insecticides, air
fresheners, or lubricants, as these may damage
the screen’s nish and cause discoloration.
•Do not spray liquid onto the surface. If water
enters the TV, it may result in re, electric shock,
or malfunction.
Power cord
Remove the accumulated dust or dirt on the power
cord regularly.
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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.
•It is recommended to move the TV in the box or
packing material that the TV originally came in.
•Before moving or lifting the TV, disconnect the
power cord and all cables.
•When holding the TV, the screen
should face away from you to
avoid damage.
•Hold the top and bottom of the TV frame rmly.
Make sure not to hold the transparent part,
speaker, or speaker grille area.
•Use at least two people to move
a large TV.
•When transporting the TV by
hand, hold the TV as shown in the
following illustration.
•When transporting the TV, do not expose the TV
to jolts or excessive vibration.
•When transporting the TV, keep the TV upright;
never turn the TV on its side or tilt towards the
left or right.
CAUTION
•Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this
may result in damage to the screen.
•Do not place the product on the oor with its
front facing down without padding. Failure to do
so may result in damage to the screen.
•Do not move the TV by holding the cable
holders, as the cable holders may break, and
injuries and damage to the TV may occur.
Turn on /Turn o the TV
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(Image shown may dier from your TV.)
NOTE
Power Button
•This series has only power On/O buttons.
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.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
(4 inches)
2 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
CAUTION
•Do not place the TV near or on sources of heat,
as this may result in re or other damage.
(Image shown may dier from your TV.)
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Make sure to use screws and wall mounts that
meet the VESA standard. Standard dimensions for
the wall mount kits are described in the following
table.
Model 32LH500B 43LH5000
VESA (A x B) 100 x 100 200 x 200
Standard screw M4 M6
Number of screws 4
LSW140B LSW240B
MSW240
4
Wall mount bracket
(optional)
A
B
CAUTION
•Disconnect the power before moving or
installing the TV. Otherwise electric shock may
occur.
•Remove the stand before installing the TV on a
wall mount by performing the stand attachment
in reverse.
•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 and contact the local
dealer or qualied personnel. When using a
third-party wall mount, it is not covered by the
warranty.
•Do not over tighten the screws as this may cause
damage to the TV and void your warranty.
•
•
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.
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
attached to the oor/wall in accordance with the
installation instructions.
Mounting on a Wall
An optional wall mount can be used with your
LG Television. Consult with your local dealer for
a wall mount that supports the VESA standard
used by your TV model. Carefully attach the wall
mount bracket at the rear of the TV. Install the wall
mount bracket on a solid wall perpendicular to the
oor. If you are attaching the TV to other building
materials, please contact qualied personnel to
install the wall mount. Detailed instructions will
be included with the wall mount. We recommend
that you use an LG brand wall mount. When you
do not use LG’s wall mount bracket, please use a
wall mount bracket where the device is adequately
secured to the wall with enough space to allow
connectivity to external devices.
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
10 cm
(4 inches)
(Image shown may dier from your TV.)
•
Using the Kensington security
system (optional)
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.
The Kensington security system is optional. You
can obtain additional accessories from your local
dealer.
NOTE
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CAUTION
NOTE
•Use the screws that are listed in the VESA
standard screw specications.
•The wall mount kit includes an installation
manual and necessary parts.
•The wall mount bracket is optional. You can
obtain additional accessories from your local
dealer.
•The length of screws may dier depending upon
the wall mount. Make sure to use the proper
length.
•
•
For more information, refer to the manual
supplied with the wall mount.
Connections (Notications)
You can connect various external devices to the TV.
Supported external devices are: HD receivers, DVD
players, VCRs, USB storage devices, PC, and other
external devices. For more information on external
device’s connection, refer to the manual provided
with each device.
NOTE
•If you record a TV program on a DVD recorder or
VCR, make sure to connect the TV signal input
cable to the TV through a DVD recorder or VCR.
For more information about recording, refer to
the manual provided with the connected device.
•The external device connections shown may
dier slightly from illustrations in this manual.
•Connect external devices to the TV regardless
about the order of the TV port.
•Refer to the external equipment’s manual for
operating instructions.
Connecting to an Antenna or
Cable
Connect an antenna, cable, or cable box to watch
TV while referring to the following. The illustrations
may dier from the actual items and an RF cable is
optional.
CAUTION
•Make sure not to bend the copper wire of the RF
cable.
Copper wire
•Complete all connections between devices, and
then connect the power cord to the power outlet
to prevent damage to your TV.
NOTE
•Use a signal splitter to use 2 TVs or more.
•DTV Audio Supported Codec: MPEG,
Dolby Digital.
Other Connections
Connect your TV to external devices. For the best
picture and audio quality, connect the external
device and the TV with the HDMI cable. Depending
upon the model, a cable may not be provided.
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
install batteries, open the battery cover, replace
batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching the and ends
to the label inside the compartment, and close
the battery cover. Failure to match the correct
polarities of the battery may cause the battery
to burst or leak, resulting in re, personal injury,
or ambient pollution. To remove the batteries,
perform the installation actions in reverse.
This remote uses infrared light. When in use, it
should be pointed in the direction of the TV’s
remote sensor.
(Image shown may dier from your TV.)
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.
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FLASHBK
AUDIO
SAP/
A
B
A
(POWER) Turns the TV on or o.
Returns to the last TV channel.
Activates or deactivates the subtitles.
Selects an AV mode.
Resizes an image.
Changes the input source.
Turns the TV on if it is o.
B
Number button Enters numbers.
(DASH) Inserts a dash between numbers such as 2-1
and 2-2.
Accesses the saved channel list.
Alternates between the two last channels
selected (pressing repeatedly).
Adjusts the volume level.
Accesses your favorite channel list.
Digital signal: Changes the audio language.
Analog signal: Changes the MTS sound.
Digital signal: Changes the audio language.
Analog signal: Changes the MTS sound.
Mutes all sounds.
Scrolls through the saved channels.
Moves to the previous or next screen.
FLASHBK
AUDIO
SAP/
C
D
C
Changes the picture mode.
Shows information on the current program.
Changes the sound mode.
Accesses the main menu.
Accesses the quick menu.
Navigation button (up/down/left/right) Scrolls through
menus or options.
Selects menus or options and conrms your input.
Returns to the previous screen.
Clears all on-screen displays and returns to TV
viewing.
D
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Sets the length of time until the TV to turns o.
Control buttons ( ) Controls the compatible
devices (USB).
Buttons These access special functions
in some menus.
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Settings
To set up the channels automatically
SETTINGS CHANNEL Auto Tuning
Memorizes automatically the channels being
broadcast.
•The channels will not be memorized properly if
the antenna/cable is not installed correctly.
•Auto Tuning memorizes the channels that are
currently being broadcast.
•If Lock System is turned on, a pop-up window
will appear asking for password.
To use Energy Saving feature
SETTINGS PICTURE Energy Saving
Reduces power consumption by adjusting peak
screen brightness.
•O Turns o the Energy Saving.
•Minimum / Medium / Maximum Applies the
pre-set Energy Saving.
•Screen O Screen is turned o and only sound
is played. Press any button on the remote control
to turn the screen back on.
To select Picture Mode
SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode
Select the picture mode optimized for the viewing
environment or the program.
•Vivid Heightens contrast, brightness, and
sharpness to display vivid images.
•Standard Displays images in standard levels of
contrast, brightness and sharpness.
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•Cinema / Game Displays the optimum picture
for movie or game.
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Sport Weakens contrast, brightness and
sharpness to display sport images.
Backlight Adjust peak brightness of the backlight.
Contrast Adjusts the dierence between the
light and dark areas of the picture. To get better
picture value, Contrast should be adjusted to
the proper value.
Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the
picture, and usually is adjusted together
with Contrast.
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Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness level of
video performance.
Color Adjusts the richness of colour.
Color Temperature
Tint Adjust the tint of the picture.
Adjusts the overall tone
of the screen as desired.
Depending upon input signal or other picture
settings, the range of detailed items for
adjustment may dier.
To set advanced control
SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode
Advanced Control
For each picture mode, the screen can be
To set additional picture options
SETTINGS PICTURE Picture Mode
Picture Option
calibrated; or for a special screen, picture settings
can be adjusted. Select the desired Picture Mode.
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Dynamic Contrast Adjusts the contrast to
the optimal level according to the image’s
brightness.
•Dynamic Color Adjusts colors to make the
image appear in more natural colors.
•Skin Color Skin color spectrum can be
separately set to implement the skin color as
dened by the user.
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Sky Color Sky color is set separately.
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Grass Color Natural color spectrum (meadows,
hills, etc.) can be set separately.
•Gamma Sets the gradation curve according to
the output of picture signal in relation to the
input signal.
Adjusts detailed setting for images.
Noise Reduction Eliminates noise in the
picture.
MPEG Noise Reduction Eliminates noise
generated while creating digital picture
signals.
Black Level Adjusts the brightness and
contrast of the screen to suit the black level.
Real Cinema Optimizes the screen for movie
viewing.
Depending upon input signal or other picture
settings, the range of detailed items for
adjustment may dier.
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To set the Lock System
SETTINGS LOCK Lock System
Turn on or turn o the lock system, should input
the password and turn on the lock system before
set the other settings (Set Password, Block
Channel etc.) in the Lock menu.
•The initial password is set to 0000.
•The super password is set to 8899.
To set the caption
SETTINGS OPTION Caption
View captions when the TV station provides
captioned programming. Program captions work
only on digital/analog broadcasts or external input.
Change Caption to On and select caption settings.
•Mode
CC 1-4 (Closed Captioning) / Text 1-4: Displays
the audio portion of a TV program as text on the
TV screen. CC1 is the most common mode in use.
Field 1 data channels: two Captions (CC1, CC2),
two Text (T1, T2).
Field 2 data channels: two Captions (CC3, CC4),
two Text (T3, T4).
Service 1-6: This is only available for the digital
broadcasting system.
•Digital Option: Set up the size and color of the
captions on Digital Option. Please select Set By
Program or Custom. Select Custom to adjust
minute options such as the captions’ size and
color.
To return to initial settings
SETTINGS OPTION Initial Setting
Returns to initial default mode by deleting all
optional setup. Once initialization is completed,
the TV will turn o and on by itself.
•When Lock System is in place, a pop-up
window appears and asks for password.
•Do not turn o the power during initialization.
To set Sleep Timer
To set the Clock
To use auto volume
To select Sound Mode
SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Auto Volume
SETTINGS ➾ AUDIO ➙ Sound Mode
SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Sleep Timer
The sleep timer turns the TV o at the preset
time, choices are O, 10min, 20min, 30min,
60min, 90min, 120min, 180min and 240min.
SETTINGS ➾ TIME ➙ Clock
Activates the Auto Volume feature to keep the
volume level consistent whenever you change
channels. The volume level may not be
consistent due to dierent signal conditions
of broadcasting stations.
Select the sound mode optimized for the
viewing environment.
•Standard Oers standard-quality sound.
•Music Optimizes sound for listening to music.
•Cinema Optimizes sound for watching movies.
•Sport Optimizes sound for watching sports
events.
•Game Optimizes sound for playing games.
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Auto clock setup The time is set automatically
from a digital channel signal. In this mode, you
can select a time zone and select to turn on/o
the Daylight Saving function.
Manual clock setup If the current time setting
is wrong, reset the clock manually. If this TV is
unplugged once or turn o with the AC power
control switch on the TV, reset the clock
function.
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Warning when using USB storage
devices
•USB storage devices with a built-in auto
recognition program or its own driver may not
work.
•Some USB storage devices may not work or may
work improperly.
•Use only those USB storage devices formatted
with FAT32 or NTFS File System provided by
Windows.
•For external USB HDD, use devices with less than
5V-rated voltages and 500 mA-rated current.
•It is recommended to use USB ash drive with 32
GB or less and USB HDD with 2 TB or less.
•If a USB HDD with power-saving function does
not work properly, turn the power o and on.
For more information, refer to the user manual
of USB HDD.
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Data in the USB storage device can be damaged
so back up important les in other devices. Data
maintenance is the user’s responsibility. The
manufacturer is not responsible for data loss.
Using USB storage devices
Press to display the play control
bar and use and buttons to operate
according to the icons. Press can exit from
the control bar.
Select Photo List Select photo icon
Select USB device
Press to play
the photos
Select photos
Press to play the photos
Select photos from le folder
Select photo le folder
Play Photo
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Select Music List Select Music icon
Select USB device
Press to play
the music
Select music
Press to play the music
Select music from le folder
Select music le folder
Play Music
Operate the play control bar
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Please make sure that the music and the
corresponding lyrics are of the same name,
otherwise the lyrics can not syncronize with
the music.
Before playing photos, please access Music
List, select and mark the music you want to
set as background music. If not, the TV will
automatically play music in the photo folder
from which the photos are playing as
background music.
NOTE
Supported Photo Formats
•Category: jpeg
[Available le type]
SOF0: Baseline,
SOF2: Progressive
[Photo size] Minimum: 2 x 2,
Maximum: Normal Type: 15,360 (W) x 8,640
(H), Progressive Type: 1,024 (W) x 768 (H)
Supported Audio Formats
•File type: mp3
[Bit rate] 32 Kbps - 320 Kbps
[Sample freq.] 32 kHz - 48 kHz
[Support] MPEG-1, Layer2, Layer3, AC3
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Troubleshooting
•Cannot control the TV with the remote control.
-Check if anything such as tape has been placed
over the receiver.
-Check if there is any obstacle between the
product and the remote control.
-Replace the batteries with new fresh ones.
•No image display and no sound is produced.
-Check if the product is turned on.
-Check if the power cord is connected to a wall
outlet.
-Check if there is a problem in the wall outlet by
connecting other products.
•The TV turns o suddenly.
-Check the power control settings.
The power supply may be interrupted.
-Check if the O Time / Sleep Timer feature is
activated in the TIME settings.
-If there is no signal while the TV is on, the TV
will turn o automatically after 15 minutes of
inactivity.
External Control Device Setup
To obtain the external control device setup
information, please visit
www.lg.com
.
Licenses
Supported licenses may dier 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-Denition
Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other
countries.
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Specications
Product specications may be changed without
prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
Television System
ATSC, NTSC-M, 64 & 256 QAM
Program Coverage
VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69, DTV 2-69, CATV 1-135,
CADTV 1-135
External Antenna Impedance
75 Ω
Environment condition
•Operating Temperature
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
•Operating Humidity
Less than 80 %
•Storage Temperature
-20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
•Storage Humidity
Less than 85 %
HDMI (PC) supported mode
HDMI (DTV) supported mode
Component port connecting
information
Component ports on the TV Y PBPR
Video output ports on DVD player
Y PBPR
Y B-Y R-Y
Y Cb Cr
Y Pb Pr
Component supported mode
Resolution Horizontal
Frequency (kHz)
Vertical
Frequency (Hz)
640 x 480p 31.47 59.94
31.50 60.00
720(1440) x 480i 15.73 59.94
15.75 60.00
720 x 480p 31.47 59.94
31.50 60.00
1280 x 720p 44.96 59.94
45.00 60.00
1920 x 1080i 33.72 59.94
33.75 60.00
1920 x 1080p
26.97 23.976
27.00 24.00
33.72 29.97
33.75 30.00
67.432 59.94
67.50 60.00
Resolution Horizontal
Frequency (kHz)
Vertical
Frequency (Hz)
720 x 480i 15.73 59.94
15.73 60.00
720 x 480p 31.47 59.94
31.50 60.00
1280 x 720p 44.96 59.94
45.00 60.00
1920 x 1080i 33.72 59.94
33.75 60.00
1920 x 1080p
26.97 23.976
27.00 24.00
33.72 29.97
33.75 30.00
67.432 59.94
67.50 60.00
Resolution Horizontal
Frequency (kHz)
Vertical
Frequency (Hz)
720 x 400 31.469 70.08
640 x 480 31.469 59.94
800 x 600 37.879 60.31
1024 x 768 48.363 60.00
1360 x 768 47.712 60.015
1280 x 1024
For 43LH5000
63.981 60.02
1920 x 1080 67.50 60.00
THE CONSUMER ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY CARES
TUNE IN TO SAFETY
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
NEVER
NEVER
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
WALL OR CEILING MOUNT YOUR TELEVISION
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
ALWAYS
MOVING AN OLDER TELEVISION TO A NEW PLACE IN
YOUR HOME
ALWAYS
NEVER
ALWAYS
CHILD SAFETY:
PROPER TELEVISION PLACEMENT MATTERS
CE.org/safety
The model and serial numbers of the TV are located
on the back and on one side of the TV. Record them
below should you ever need service.
MODEL
SERIAL
LG Customer Information Center
For inquires or comments, visit www.lg.com or call;
1-800-243-0000 USA, Consumer User
1-888-865-3026 USA, Commercial User
1-888-542-2623 CANADA
Register your product Online!
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Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: LG
Model: 32LH500B, 43LH5000
Responsible Party: LG Electronics Inc.
Address: 1000 Sylvan Ave. Englewood Cliffs NJ 07632
U.S.A
TEL: 201-266-2534
This product qualifies for ENERGY
STAR in the factory default (Home
Use) setting. Changing the factory
default settings or enabling other
features may increase power
consumption that could exceed the limits
necessary to quality for ENERGY STAR.
Refer to ENERGYSTAR.gov for more
information on the ENERGY STAR program.