LCD TV

OWNER???S MANUAL

MODELS: 15LC1R *

20LC1R *

Internet Home Page : http://www.lge.com

http://www.lg.ca

ENERGYSATR is a set of power-saving guidelines issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency(EPA).

As an ENERGY STAR Partner LGE U. S. A.,Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENER- GY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set.

Retain it for future reference.

Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the back cover and quote this information to your dealer

when you require service.

P/NO : 38289U0559C (0601-REV00)

Printed in Korea

Warning

Warning

CAUTION

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 sufficient 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.

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

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 par- ticular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the build- ing, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

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 pro- tection 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 turn- ing 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 Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user???s authority to operate this product.

U.S.A. only -----------------------------------------------

COMPLIANCE:

The responsible party for this product???s compliance is: LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.

1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 Phone: 1-201-816-2000

http://us.lge.com

---------------------------------------------------------------

2

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions

WARNING :

To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Expose This Apparatus To Rain Or Moisture.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.Do not block any of the ventilation open- ings. Install in accordance with the manu- facturer???s instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that pro- duce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polar- ized 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 is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, conve- nience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use the attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer.

3

Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions continued

12.Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service per- sonnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is dam- aged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the appara- tus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Note

-If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small ???flicker??? when 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 effect on the monitor's performance.

-Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time. Doing so may produce some temporary distortion effects on the screen.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; that is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the speci- fication page of this owner's manual to be certain.

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 con- ditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer.

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.

On Disposal

a.The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.

b.Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.

Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority.

4

After reading this manual, keep it handy for future reference.

5

Introduction

Introduction

Controls

Remote Control Sensor

Power/Standby Indicator

Glows amber in Standby mode,

Glows blue when the TV is turned on.

6

Introduction

Connection Options

((480i/480p), Audio)

7

Introduction

Remote Control Key Functions

- When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV.

MUTE

Switches the sound on or off.

TV

Returns to the TV mode.

FAV

(Refer to p.19)

EXIT

NUMBER buttons

AUDIO

(Refer to p.21)

CC

(Refer to p.25)

INPUT

Selects the remote operating mode.

(Refer to p.26)

POWER

MTS

(Refer to p.22)

MENU

ENTER

CH D / E (Channel button)

VOL F / G (Volume button)

VIDEO

(Refer to p.20)

SLEEP

(Refer to p.24)

FLASHBK

Press the FLASHBK button to return to the last channel you were watching.

Installing Batteries

??? Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and insert the batteries with correct polarity.

??? Use two 1.5V batteries of AAA type. Don???t mix used batteries with new batteries.

8

Installation

Installation

Accessories

Kensington Security System

- The TV is equipped with a Kensington Security System con- nector on the back panel. Connect the Kensington Security System cable as shown below.

-For the detailed installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user???s guide provided with the Kensington Security System.

For further information, contact http://www.kensington.com, the internet homepage of the Kensington company. Kensington sells security systems for expensive electronic equipment such as notebook PCs and LCD projectors.

NOTE

- The Kensington Security System is an optional accessory.

NOTES

a.If the TV feels cold to the touch, there may be a small er??? when when it is turned on.

This is normal, there is nothing wrong with TV.

b.Some minute dot defects may be visible on the screen, appearing as tiny red, green, or blue spots. However, have no adverse effect on the monitor's performance.

c.Avoid touching the LCD screen or holding your finger(s) against it for long periods of time.

15LC1R*

20LC1R*

9

Installation

Installation Instruction

Unfolding the stand base

1.Place the set with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth.

2.Hold down the release button inside the stand and strongly pull out the stand with your two hands.

Note: Here shown may be somewhat different from your set.

The stand won't move if you don't press release button.

Wall Mount: Horizontal installation

< 20LC1R* only >

2-Ring spacers

Place the ring spacers on the set before installing the wall mounting bracket so that the inclination of the backside of the set can be adjusted perpendicularly.

4 inches

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4" on each side and from the wall. Detailed installation instruc- tions are available from your dealer, see the optional Tilt Wall Mounting Bracket Installation and Setup Guide.

Desktop Pedestal Installation

4 inches

For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4" on each side and from the wall.

10

Installation

Installation Instruction Continued

Connection of TV

1.Connect the aerial cable to the socket marked +75 ??? on the back. For the best reception an outdoor aerial should be used.

2.To connect an additional equipment, see the External Equipment Connections section.

3.Connect the power cord.

Note: Here shown may be somewhat different from your set.

( )

Positioning your display

Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort.

??? Tilt range

Be careful that your hands are not pressed down when tilting the screen.

11

Installation

Please set it up carefully so the product doesn???t fall over

Set it up close to the wall so the product doesn???t fall over when it is pushed back- wards.

The instructions shown below is a safer way to set up the product, which is to fix it on the wall so the product doesn???t fall over when it is pulled in the forward direction. It will prevent the product from falling forward and hurting people. It will also prevent the product from damage caused by fall. Please make sure that children don???t climb on or hang from the product.

Accessories /

2-TV Brackets, 2-Wall Bracket

1.Use the bracket and the bolt to fix the product to the wall as shown in the picture.

2.Secure the bracket with the bolt (not provided as parts of the product, must purchase separately) on the wall.

3.Use a sturdy rope (not provided as parts of the product, must purchase separately) to tie the product. It is safer to tie the rope so it becomes horizontal between the wall and the product.

Notes

???When moving the product to another place undo the ropes first.

???Use a product holder or a cabinet that is big and strong enough for the size and weight of the product.

???To use the product safely make sure that the height of the bracket that is mounted on the wall is same as that of the product.

12

Installation

External Equipment Connections

Antenna Connection

- For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction.

Connecting to an Inside Antenna Setup

-Typical wall antenna jack used in apartment buildings, connect the antenna cable as shown below. (Use the correct type of antenna cable for the type of wall antenna jack.)

-If you have a 75??? round cable, insert the bronze wire and then tighten the connection nut. If you have a 300??? flat wire, connect the twisted wire to the antenna converter and then connect the converter to the antenna jack on the TV.

-If using 75??? round cable, do not bend the bronze wire. It may cause poor picture quality.

Connecting to an Outdoor Antenna Setup

- This type of antenna is commonly used in single family dwellings.

13

Installation

External Equipment Connections Continued

VCR Setup

-In Video mode, TV automatically reverts to TV mode if the TV buttons are pressed.

Connection 1

Set VCR switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number.

Connection 2

1.Connect the audio/video output jacks on VCR to the corresponding input jacks on the TV. When connecting the TV to a VCR, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red).

2.Insert a video tape into the VCR and press PLAY on the VCR. (Refer to the VCR owner???s manual.)

3.Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select Video. (If connected to S-VIDEO on rear panel, select the Video external input source.)

Typical

Antennas

1

2

Typical

Antennas

Connection

Cable TV Setup

-After subscribing to a local cable TV service and installing a converter, you can watch cable TV programming.

-For further cable TV information, contact a local cable service provider.

Connection 1

1.Select 3 or 4 with channel switch on cable box.

2.Tune the TV channel to the same selected output channel of cable box.

3.Select channels at the cable box or with the cable box remote control.

Connection 2

1.Connect the audio/video output jacks on Cable Box to the corre- sponding input jacks on the TV. When connecting the TV to Cable Box, match the jack colors

(Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red).

2.Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select Video.

3.Select channels with the cable box remote control.

21

Cable Box

14

Installation

External A/V Source Setup

Connections

Connect the audio/video output jacks on the external A/V equipment to the corresponding input jacks on the TV. When connecting the TV to external A/V equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red).

Viewing Setup

1.Turn on the external A/V equipment.

2.Use the INPUT button on the remote con- trol to select Video.

3.Operate the corresponding external equip- ment. Refer to external equipment operat- ing guide.

Camcorder

DVD Setup

Connections

1.Connect the DVD video outputs to the COMPONENT (Y, PB, PR) jacks and connect the DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO jacks.

2.If your DVD only has an S-Video output jack, connect this to the S-VIDEO input on the TV and con- nect the DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO INPUT jacks on the TV.

NOTE: If your DVD player does not have component video output, use S-Video.

Viewing Setup

1.Turn on the DVD player, insert a DVD.

2.Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select

Component.

3.Refer to the DVD player's manual for operating instruc- tions. (If connected to S-VIDEO on rear panel, select the Video external input source.)

???Component Input ports

To get better picture quality, connect a DVD player to the component input ports as shown below.

DVD

Component ports of the TV

Video output ports of DVD player

15

Installation

DTV Setup

- To watch digitally broadcast programs, purchase and con- nect a digital set-top box.

Connections

Connect the digital set-top box video outputs to the COM- PONENT (Y, PB, PR) jacks and connect the digital set-top box audio outputs to the AUDIO jacks. (or, Connect the set-top box with the D-sub output socket to PC INPUT socket on the set and audio cable of the set-top box to the PC SOUND. (15LC1R*))

DTV Receiver

(Set-top Box)

Viewing Setup

1.Turn on the digital set-top box. (Refer to the owner???s manual for the digital set-top box.)

2.Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select

Component or RGB-DTV (15LC1R*).

PC Setup (15LC1R* only)

- After setup, be sure to select RGB-PC source on TV.

Connections

1.Set the monitor output resolution on the PC before connecting to the TV.

2.Connect the TV to the PC with the PC cable.

3.Connect the PC audio output to the TV's PC SOUND input.

Viewing Setup

1.Turn on the PC.

2.Use the INPUT button on the remote control to select RGB-PC.

Monitor Display Specifications

NOTES

a.For optimum picture quality, use standard 1024x768@60Hz computer output at a 60Hz refresh rate . Using other formats (VGA, SVGA, etc.) or refresh rates may result in reduced picture quality. (To change the computer video output format, please refer to the operating manual for the computer you are using).

b.If the message ???Out of range??? appears on the screen, adjust the PC output to a format listed in the ???Monitor Display Specifications' chart above.

c.The synchronization input form for Horizontal and Vertical frequencies is separate.

DPM (Display Power Management) mode

If the PC goes to power saving mode, the monitor automatically switches to DPM mode. If you don???t use the PC cable provided, DPM mode may not work.

16

Operation

Operation

TV Operation Overview

1.First, make all equipment connections. Plug the AC Adapter into the TV, then plug the AC Adapter into a power outlet. At this time, the TV is switched to standby mode.

???In standby mode, press the POWER, TV, CH (D,E), INPUT or number button on the remote con- trol or ON/OFF, CH (D,E), INPUT button located on the TV to turn the TV on.

2.Select the viewing source by pressing INPUT.

???Note: See page 18 if you have not auto programmed the TV to receive channels in your local broad- cast area.

3.After viewing, press the POWER button on the remote control or ON/OFF located on the TV. The TV reverts to standby mode.

NOTE

???If you want to turn the TV off, press the on/off button located on the TV. If you intend to be away on vacation, disconnect the power plug from the wall power outlet.

Menu Language Selection

- The menus can be shown on the screen in the selected language. First select your language.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Language.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select your desired language.

From this point on, the on-screen menus will be shown in the language of your choice.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

17

Operation

Channel Menu Options

Memorizing the Channels with EZ scan

- For Auto program to work, the programming source must be connected to the TV and the TV must be receiving programming signals either over-the-air or from a cable-type service provider.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the CHANNEL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

EZ Scan.

3.Press the G button to begin the channel search.

???Wait for auto program to complete the channel search cycle before choosing a channel. The TV scans for over-the-air channels and then channels provided by a cable service.

NOTES

???When the channel search is complete, use the D / E buttons to review the memorized channels.

???If you press the MENU or EXIT button in auto programming, the function will stop and only channels pro- gramming up to that time will remain.

???Auto program function can memorize only the channels which are being received at that time.

Add/Delete Channels with Manual Program

- You can manually include or erase individual channels.

The current channel number is displayed.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the

CHANNEL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Manual program.

3.Press the G button and then use F / G button to select a channel you want to add to memory or erase.

4.Press the E button and then use F / G button to select

Memory (add) or Erase (delete).

5.Press the ENTER button to save. The current channel is added to Memory or Erased from the channel list.

Adjust frequency with Manual Program

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the

CHANNEL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Manual program.

3.Press the E button to select Fine and then use F / G but- ton to adjust frequency from -50 to 50.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

The current frequency is displayed.

18

Operation

Favorite Channels Setup

-Favorite Channel lets you quickly tune in up to 8 channels of your choice without having to wait for the TV to scan through all the in-between channels.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the CHANNEL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Favorite channel.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select the first favorite channel position.

4.Use the F / G button to set the desired channel number for first favorite channel.

5.Repeat steps 3 to 4 to memorize other channels.

6.Press the ENTER button to save.

???To tune to a favorite channel, press the FAV button repeatedly. The 8 favorite channels appear on the screen one-by-one.

19

Operation

Picture Menu Options

EZ Video

- This function adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance.

1. Press the VIDEO button repeatedly to select the picture appearance setup option as shown below.

???You can also adjust EZ Video in the PICTURE menu.

???Clear, Optimum and Soft are preset for good picture quality at the factory and cannot be changed.

ACC (Auto Color Control)

- Selecting a factory setting colour set.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the

PICTURE menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

ACC.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

User.

4.Press the G button and then D / E button to select a color

setting on the ACC menu: Cool, Normal, Warm or User (Red, Green, Blue).

5. Press the ENTER button to save.

PICTURE

Manual Picture Control

- You can adjust picture contrast, brightness, color, sharpness and tint to the levels you prefer.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the

PICTURE menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select EZ Video.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select User and then press the F button.

4.Use D / E button to select the desired picture option

(Contrast, Brightness, Color, Sharpness, Tint).

5.Use the F / G button to make appropriate adjustments.

???Contrast, Brightness, Color, and Sharpness are adjustable from 0 to 100.

???Tint is adjustable from R 50 to G 50.

6.Press the ENTER button to save.

20

Operation

Sound Menu Options

EZ Audio

-This function lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because the TV selects the appropriate sound option based on the program content.

1. Use the AUDIO button to select the appropriate sound setup as shown below.

???You can also adjust EZ Audio in the SOUND menu.

Equalizer Adjustments

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SOUND menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select EZ Audio.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select User.

4.Press the G button and then use F / G button to select the band you want to adjust. Then, use D / E button to adjust the band level.

5.Press the ENTER button to save.

AVL (Auto Volume Leveler)

- AVL maintains an equal volume level automatically even if the channel is changed.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SOUND menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select AVL.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to to select

On or Off.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

SOUND

DE F ?? MENU

21

Operation

Sound Menu Options continued

Sound Balance

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SOUND menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Balance.

3.Press the G button and then use F / G button to adjust the sound balance.

???Balance is adjustable from Left 50 to Right 50.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup

-The TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Secondary Audio Program) that accompanies the stereo program, if the broadcaster transmits an additional sound signal as well as the original one.

-Mono: The primary language is heard from left and right speakers. Signal mode is mono.

-Stereo: The primary language is heard from left and right speakers. Signal mode is stereo.

-SAP: The secondary language is heard from left and right speakers.

1. Press the MTS button repeatedly.

???Select mono sound mode if the signal is not clear or in poor signal reception areas.

???Stereo, SAP mode are available only if included on the broadcast signal.

22

Operation

Timer Menu Options

Auto Clock Setup

-The time is set automatically through from a PBS broadcast signal.

-The PBS channel signal includes information for the correct time and daylight saving time.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the TIMER menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Clock.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Auto.

4.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select the time zone for your viewing area. Your choices are: Auto, E.S.T. (Eastern Standard Time), C.S.T. (Central Standard Time), M.S.T. (Mountain Standard Time), P.S.T. (Pacific Standard Time), Alaska, and Hawaii.

5.Press the G button and then use D / E button to set PBS channel.

6.Press the G button and then use D / E button to set D.S.T. (Daylight Savings Time) Auto, Off or On, depending on whether or not your viewing area observes Daylight Savings Time.

7.Press the ENTER button to save.

Manual Clock Setup

- If the time on the clock is incorrect, reset the clock manually.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the TIMER menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Clock.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Manual.

4.Press the G button and then use D / E button to set the hour.

5.Press the G button and then use D / E button to set the minutes.

6.Press the ENTER button to save.

TIMER

23

Operation

Timer Menu Options continued

On/Off Timer Setup

-Timer function operates only if current time is set.

-Off-Timer function overrides On-Timer function if they are set to the same time.

-The TV must be in standby mode for the On-Timer to work.

-If you don???t press any button within 2 hours after turning on the TV with the On-Timer function, the TV will automatically revert to standby mode.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the TIMER menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Off timer or On timer.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to set the hour.

4.Press the G button and then use D / E button to set the minutes.

5.For On timer function only:

Press the G button and then use D / E button to set the chan-

nel at turn-on. Then, press the G button and then use D / E button to set the turn-on sound level.

6.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select On or Off.

???Off: Off timer/On timer will not work.

On: Off timer/On timer are active.

7.Press the ENTER button to save.

TIMER

Sleep Timer Setup

- The Sleep Timer turns the TV off at a preset time.

1.Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select the number of minutes. First the ??? --- Min.??? option appears on the screen, followed by the following sleep timer options: 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, and 240 minutes.

2.When the number of minutes you want is displayed on the screen, press the ENTER button. The timer begins to count down from the number of minutes selected.

3.To check the remaining minutes before the TV turns off, press the SLEEP button once.

4.To cancel the Sleep Timer, press the SLEEP button repeatedly until ??? --- Min.??? appears.

Auto off

- If Auto off is active and there is no input signal, the TV switches to Standby mode automatically after

4. Press the ENTER button to save.

24

Operation

Special Menu Options

Closed Captions

Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as subtitles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dia- logue and narration of television programs.

Using Closed Captions

FOLLOW ME

Caption Tips

Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of television programs. For prerecorded programs, program dialogue can be arranged into captions in advance. Its possible to caption a live program by using a process called real-time captioning, which creates captions instantly. Real-time captioning is normally done by professional reporters using a machine shorthand system and computer for translation into English.

Captioning is an effective system for the hearing-impaired, and it can also aid in teaching language skills.

???The picture at left shows a typical caption.

???Not all TV broadcasts include closed caption signals.

???Sometimes TV stations broadcast four different caption signals on the same channel. By selecting From CC 1 to CC 4, you can choose which signal you view. CC 1 is usually the signal with the captions, while Another mode might show demonstration or programming information.

???Your TV might not receive caption signals normally in the following situations.

1.Poor reception conditions are encountered:

???IGNITION:

Picture may flutter, drift, suffer from black spots, or horizontal streaking. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps, electrical drills, and other electrical appliances.

???GHOSTS:

Ghosts are caused when the TV signal splits and follows two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected off tall buildings, hills or other objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve reception.

???SNOW:

If your receiver is located at the weak, fringe area of a TV signal, your picture may be marred by small dots. It may be necessary to install a special antenna to improve the picture.

2.An old, bad, or illegally recorded tape is being played.

3.Strong, random signals from a car or airplane interfere with the TV signal.

4.The signal from the antenna is weak.

5.The program wasn???t captioned when it was produced, transmitted, or taped.

25

Operation

Special Menu Options continued

Select Mode

-Inputs can be set for TV, Video or RGB-PC mode. Video mode is used when a video cassette recorder (VCR), or other equipment is connected to the set.

1.Press the MENU button and then D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu.

2.Press the G button and then D / E button to select Input.

3.Press the G button and then D / E button to select TV, Video, Component, RGB-DTV or RGB-PC.

???Video: VCR connected to the VIDEO IN socket of the set.

???Component: DVD connected to the COMPONENT

sockets on the back of set.

??? RGB-DTV: SET TOP connected to the PC INPUT and PC SOUND socket of the set. (15LC1R*)

??? RGB-PC: PERSONAL COMPUTER connected to the PC socket of the set. (15LC1R*)

4. Press the ENTER button to save.

SPECIAL

Key lock

-The TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control.

-This feature can prevent unauthorized viewing.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Key lock.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select On or Off.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

SPECIAL

???In Key lock ???On???, if the set is turned off, press the On/Off, CH D / E, INPUT button on the set or POWER, CH D / E, TV, INPUT or NUMBER button on the remote control.

26

Operation

Power indicator

-Use this function to set the power indicator on the front side of the product to On or Off. If you set On at any time, the power indicator will automatically be turned on. Although you select Off, set front light turns on for a moment when the set turns on.

1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu.

2. Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Power indicator.

3. Press the G button and then use D / E button to select On or Off.

4. Press the ENTER button to save.

Caption/Text

1. Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu.

2. Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Caption/Text.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select cap- tion: CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, Text1, Text2, Text3, or Text4.

???CAPTION

The term for the words that scroll across the bottom of the TV screen; usually the audio portion of the program pro- vided for the hearing impaired.

???TEXT

The term for the words that appear in a large black frame and almost cover the entire screen; usually messages provided by the broadcaster.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

??? Use the CC button repeatedly to select Caption.

SPECIAL

SPECIAL

Captions

- Select On from Captions menu in order to adjust the Caption/Text menu.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SPECIAL menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select

Captions.

3.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select On or Off.

4.Press the ENTER button to save.

SPECIAL

27

Operation

Lock Menu Options

Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources.

The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcast station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by the type of program and by the categories chosen to be blocked. It is also possible to block all program viewing for a time period. To use this function, the following must be set :

1.Ratings and categories to be blocked.

2.Set a password

3.Enable the lock

V-Chip rating and categories

Rating guidelines are provided by broadcast stations. Most television programs and television movies can be blocked by TV Rating and/or Individual Categories. Movies that have been shown at the theaters or direct-to-video movies use the Movie Rating System (MPAA) only.

For Movies previously shown in theaters :

If you set PG-13 and Above : G and PG movies will be available , PG-13, R, NC-17 and X will be blocked.

For Television programs including made-for-TV movies:

For Canadian English/French language rating system:

Canadian English language rating system:

28

Operation

Lock Menu Setup

DE F G ?? MENU

Parental

Age block

Content block

Aux block

Canadian

DE F G ?? MENU

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the Special menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select Parental. Then, press the G button.

???If Lock is already set, enter the password requested.

???The TV is set with the initial password ???0-0-0-0???.

2.Setting Lock on/off:

Press the D / E button to select Lock on/off.

Press the G button and then use D / E button to select on or off.

3.Set password:

Press the D / E button to select Set password.

Press the G button and then enter a four digit password. Enter it again when requested.

4.Press the D / E button to select type of blocking to be set .

5.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select type of ratings to block .

???Age block, and Content block, and Canadian (option) menus, also have sub menus. So, repeat steps 4 and 5 in the sub menu, to set the types of blocking and ratings .

???Aux block function is not available for use in Component, RGB-DTV, RGB-PC mode.

29

Operation

Screen Menu Options (15LC1R* only)

- After setup, be sure to select RGB-PC source to see the PC image on TV screen.

1.Press the MENU button and then use D / E button to select the SCREEN menu.

2.Press the G button and then use D / E button to select desired item.

3.Use the F / G button to make appropriate adjustments.

??? H-position/V-position

Adjusts picture left/right and up/down.

The adjustment ranges of H-Position is 0~100.

(Based on the input mode, the adjustment range may change.)

??? Clock

Minimizes any vertical bars or stripes appearing on the screen background.

The adjustment range is 0~100. (Based on the input mode, the adjustment range may change.)

??? Phase

Remove any horizontal noise and clear up or sharpen the character images.

The range adjustment is 0~100. (Based on the input mode, the adjustment range may change.)

??? Auto-configure

Automatically adjusts the screen position, clock, and clock phase.

(The displayed image will disappear for a few seconds while Auto-configuration is in progress.)

??? Reset

Returns to the default settings programmed at the factory; default settings

cannot be changed.

4. Press the ENTER button to save.

30

Maintenance & Product Specifications

Maintenance

-Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning.

Cleaning the Screen

1.Here???s a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while. Wet a soft cloth in a mixture of lukewarm water and a little fabric softener or dish washing detergent. Wring the cloth until it???s almost dry, and then use it to wipe the screen.

2.Make sure the excess water is off the screen, and then let it air-dry before you turn on your TV.

Cleaning the Cabinet

To remove dirt or dust, wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

Please be sure not to use a wet cloth.

Extended Absence

If you leave your TV dormant for a long time (such as a vacation), it???s a good idea to unplug the power cord to protect against possible damage from lightning or power surges.

Product Specifications

31

Troubleshooting Checklist

Troubleshooting Checklist

The video function does not work.

32

Troubleshooting Checklist

There is a problem in PC mode. (Only PC mode applied)

33

Note

Note

34

Note

Note

35