PLASMA MONITOR
OWNER’S MANUAL
MODELS : MU-42PZ44/44M/44V
MU-42PZ44A/44MA/44VA
MU-42PZ44B/44MB/44VB
MU-42PZ44K/44MK/44VK
MU-42PZ44R/44MR/44VR
MU-42PZ44S/44MS/44VS
MU-42PZ90/90M/90V
MU-42PZ90A/90MA/90VA
MU-42PZ90B/90MB/90VB
MU-42PZ90K/90MK/90VK
MU-42PZ90R/90MR/90VR
MU-42PZ90S/90MS/90VS
MU-42PZ90C
Please read this owner’s manual carefully before operating the
Monitor.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the Monitor.
See the label attached on the back of the Monitor and quote
this information to your dealer when you require service.
Model number :
Serial number :
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
P/NO : 3828VA0361H d (RF03GA)
Warning
Warning
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING:
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 flash 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 suffi-
cient 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 appli-
ance.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FCC NOTICE
• A Class B digital device
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 off
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 receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG Electronics. Unauthorized mod-
ification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
COMPLIANCE:
The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc
1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
1-201-816-2000
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions
Important safeguards for you and your new product
Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential elec-
trical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read and
observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference.
Observing the simple precautions discussed in this booklet can help you get many years of enjoyment and safe operation
that are built into your new product.
This product complies with all applicable U.S. Federal safety requirements, and those of the Canadian Standards
Association.
1. Read Instructions
9. Attachments
All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
2. Follow Instructions
10. Ventilation
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect
it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by plac-
ing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is pro-
vided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered
to.
3. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
4. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
5. Cleaning
11. Power Sources
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do This product should be operated only from the type of power
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For products intended to
operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
6. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool.
12. Power-Cord Polarization
This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only
7. Accessories, Carts, and Stands
Do not place this product on a slippery or tilted surface, or on fit into the grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety fea-
an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product
may slide or fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult,
and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the prod-
uct should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufac-
turer.
ture. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, con-
tact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the product.
8. Transporting Product
A product and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions continued
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
19. Servicing
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical
Code (U.S.A.), ANSI/ NFPA 70 provides information with
regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting struc-
ture, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per-
sonnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis- qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.
Example of Grounding According to National
Electrical Code Instructions
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
Ground Clamp
Antenna Lead in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductor
(NEC Section 810-21)
Electric Service
Equipment
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (NEC
Art 250, Part H)
21. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the man-
ufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
NEC - National Electrical Code
15. Lightning
For added protection for this product (receiver) during a light- shock, or other hazards.
ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect 22. Safety Check
the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to deter-
mine that the product is in proper operating condition.
16. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the 23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or recommended by the manufacturer. The product may slide
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
or fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product.
24. Heat
17. Overloading
The product should be situated away from heat sources
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
18. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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Contents
Contents
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4
Screen Menu Options
Auto Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting Picture Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Picture Size Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Adjusting Horizontal/Vertical Position . . . . . . . .22
Manual Configure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Screen Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Initializing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Luminance Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Selecting Wide VGA mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Split Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PIP (Picture In Picture) Feature
Watching PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Swapping PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Moving PIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Selecting a Input Signal Source for PIP . . . . . . .24
PIP Aspect Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Double Window Setup Options
Introduction
Controls and Connection Options . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Remote Control Key Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installation
Installation Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9~10
External Equipment Connections . . . . . . . . . .11~14
VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Cable TV Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
External A/V Source Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
DVD Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
DTV Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
PC Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13~14
Operation
Turning on the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Menu Language Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Picture Menu Options
APC (Auto Picture Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Manual Picture Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Auto Color Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Manual Color Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . .16
Sound Menu Options
DASP (Digital Auto Sound Processing) . . . . . . .17
Manual Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
AVL (Auto Volume Leveler) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Timer Menu Options
Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
On/Off Timers Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Special Menu Options
Watching Double Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Sub Picture Size Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Swapping the Double Window . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Selecting a Source for the Double Window . . . .25
External Control Device Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26~31
IR Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32~33
Troubleshooting Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
ISM (Image Sticking Minimization) Method . . . .19
Low power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Menu Rotation For Vertical Viewing . . . . . . . . . .20
After reading this manual, keep it handy for future reference.
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Introduction
Introduction
What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)?
If voltage is applied to gas within glass panels, ultraviolet rays are produced and fused with a fluorescent substance. At that
instant, light is emitted. A Plasma Display is a next generation flat Display using this phenomenon.
160° - Wide angle range of vision
Your flat panel plasma screen offers an exceptionally broad viewing angle -- over 160 degrees. This means that the display is
clear and visible to viewers anywhere in the room.
Wide Screen
The screen of the Plasma Display is 42" so wide that your viewing experience is as if you are in a theater.
Multimedia
Connect your plasma display to a PC and you can use it for conferencing, games, and internet browsing. The Picture-in-Picture
feature allows you to view your PC and video images simultaneously.
Versatile
The light weight and thin size makes it easy to install your plasma display in a variety of locations where conventional TVs would
not fit.
The PDP Manufacturing Process: Why minute colored dots may be present on the PDP screen
The PDP (Plasma Display Panel) which is the display device of this product is composed of 0.9 to 2.2 million cells. A few cell
defects will normally occur in the PDP manufacturing process. Several minute colored dots visible on the screen should be accept-
able. This also occurs in other PDP manufacturers' products and the tiny dots appearing does not mean that this PDP is defective.
Thus a few cell defects are not sufficient cause for the PDP to be exchanged or returned. Our production technology is designed
to minimize cell defects during the manufacture and operation of this product.
Cooling Fan Noise
In the same way that a fan is used in a PC computer to keep the CPU (Central Processing Unit) cool, the PDP is equipped with
cooling fans to cool the Monitor and improve its reliability. Therefore, a certain level of noise could occur while the fans are operat-
ing and cooling the PDP.
The fan noise doesn't have any negative effect on the PDP's efficiency or reliability. The noise from these fans is normal during the
operation of this product. We hope you understand that a certain level of noise from the cooling fans is acceptable and is not suffi-
cient cause for the PDP to be exchanged or returned.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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Controls
Front Panel Controls
- This is a simplified representation of front panel.
Here shown may be somewhat different from your monitor.
INPUT
SELECT
ON/OFF
MENU
VOL.
E, D Buttons
VOLUME (F,G) Buttons
Main Power Button
INPUT SELECT Button
MENU Button
Remote Control Sensor
Power Standby Indicator
Illuminates red in standby mode,
Illuminates green when the
Monitor is turned on
Connection Options
Back Connection Panel
- Connection panels shown may be somewhat different from your monitor.
Y
P
B
PR
AUDIO L (MONO)
AUDIO
L
R
R
(
)
(
)
(
)
(
)
R
L
RS-232C INPUT
(CONTROL/SERVICE)
REMOTE
CONTROL
VIDEO
INPUT
DVI INPUT
RGB INPUT AUDIO INPUT RGB OUTPUT
AUDIO INPUT
COMPONENT INPUT
S-VIDEO
AUDIO INPUT
AC INPUT
EXTERNAL SPEAKER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1. EXTERNAL SPEAKER (8 ohm output)
6. COMPONENT INPUT/AUDIO INPUT JACKS
Connect to optional external speaker(s).
Connect a component video/audio device to these jacks.
* For further information, refer to ‘Speaker & Speaker
Stand’ manual.
7. REMOTE CONTROL
Connect your wired remote control to the remote control
port on the Monitor.
2. RS-232C INPUT (CONTROL/SERVICE) PORT
Connect to the RS-232C port on a PC.
8. S-VIDEO INPUT
3. DVI (Digital Visual Interface) INPUT/
RGB INPUT/AUDIO INPUT JACKS
Connect the monitor output connector of a PC to the appro-
priate input port.
Connect S-Video out from an S-VIDEO VCR to the S-VIDEO
input.
AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT JACKS
Connect audio/video out from external equipment to these
jacks.
4. RGB OUTPUT JACKS
You can watch the RGB signal on another monitor, connect
RGB OUTPUT to another monitor’s PC input port.
9. POWER CORD SOCKET
This Monitor operates on an AC power. The voltage is indi-
cated on the Specifications page. Never attempt to operate
the Monitor on DC power.
5. EXPANDED INPUT
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Introduction
Remote Control Key Functions
- When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the monitor.
- Under certain conditions such as if the remote IR signal is interrupted, the remote control may not function. Press the key again
as necessary.
POWER
Switches the monitor between
ON and STANDBY.
INPUT SELECT
Selects source: Video, S-Video,
Component, RGB, or DVI mode.
MULTIMEDIA
Selects: Component, RGB, or DVI
mode.
DASP
Selects the sound appropriate to
your viewing program character:
Flat, Music, Movie, Sports, or
User.
POWER
APC
Adjusts the factory preset picture
according to the room.
MULTIMEDIA
APC
INPUT SELECT
DASP
SLEEP
DW
SLEEP
Sets the sleep timer.
ARC
ARC
Changes the picture format.
PIP
DW (Double Window)
Selects Double Window mode.
PIP
SWAP
PIP INPUT
MUTE
Switches the sub picture on and off.
MENU
VOL
CH
PIP INPUT
Selects the input mode for the sub
picture.
SWAP
Exchanges main and sub picture
images.
ENTER
VOL
MUTE
MENU
Displays on screen menus.
Exits the current menu.
Switches the sound on or off.
ENTER
CH
2
CH
(Channel button)
D / E
1
3
Selects menu options.
NUMBER buttons
4
5
8
0
6
9
VOL F / G (Volume button)
Increases/decreases sound level.
Adjusts menu settings.
WIN.POSITION
Moves the sub picture.
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WIN.POSITION
WIN.SIZE
SPLIT ZOOM
Enlarge the screen with regular
ration.
SPLIT ZOOM
ZOOM -
ZOOM +
WIN. SIZE
Adjusts the sub picture size.
A.PROG MEMORY/ERASE PIP CH
Not functional
CAPTION
POWER
STOP
FAV CH
PIP CH
MTS
ZOOM-/ZOOM+
Enlarges or reduces the main picture
size.
P/STILL
PLAY
REC
FF
REW
VCR BUTTONS
Control some LG video cassette
recorders.
Installing Batteries
• Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and
insert the batteries with correct polarity.
• Install two 1.5V batteries of AAA type. Don’t mix used batteries
with new batteries.
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