LG 23MD53D, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...g com OWNER S MANUAL LED TV CINEMA 3D TV 23MD53D 27MD53D LG LED TV applies LCD screen with LED backlights Please read this manual carefully before operating your TV and retain it for future reference ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ... DVI connection 26 Component connection 27 Composite connection 28 Euro Scart connection 29 Connecting to an audio system 29 Headphone connection 30 Connecting to a USB 30 Connecting to a CI Module 31 Connecting to a PC 32 HDMI connection 33 HDMI to DVI connection 34 RGB connection 35 REMOTE CONTROL 37 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 37 Accessing main menus 38 USING THE USER GUIDE 38 Accessing User Guide men...

Page 3: ... official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video Visit divx com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos ABOUT DIVX VIDEO ON DEMAND This DivX Certified device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video on Demand VOD movies To obtain your registration code locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu Go to vod divx com for more infor...

Page 4: ... to the TV 3 Connect an external device to the TV y y Image shown may differ from your TV y y Your TV s OSD On Screen Display may differ slightly from that shown in this manual y y The available menus and options may differ from the input source or product model that you are using y y New features may be added to this TV in the future NOTE ...

Page 5: ...ue to upgrade of product functions NOTE y y Do not use any pirated items to ensure the safety and product life span y y Any damages or injuries by using pirated items are not covered by the warranty CAUTION y y The items supplied with your product may vary depending on the model y y Product specifications or contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product func...

Page 6: ...lator Depending on the country See p 35 See p 36 See p 15 See p 15 See p 34 See p 16 See p 13 See p 18 3D Glasses Normal type Clip type The number of 3D glasses may differ depending on the model or country Image shown may differ from your TV Stand Body Only 23MD53D model See p 11 See p 17 23MD53D See p 11 See p 17 27MD53D See p 13 See p 18 Stand Body Only 27MD53D model See p 13 See p 18 or ...

Page 7: ...differ from the actual product and accessories y y Separate purchase items can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification y y Contact your dealer to buying these items y y The model name or design may be changed depending on the upgrade of product functions manufacturer s circumstances or policies NOTE ...

Page 8: ...installation Before starting be sure that the TV antenna is connected Connect one end of the isolator to cable antenna jack and the other to TV set or set top box Equipment connected to the protective earthing of the building installation through the mains connection or through other equipment with a connection to protective earthing and to a cable distribution system using coaxial cable may in so...

Page 9: ... the saved programmes Adjusts the volume level OK Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input SETTINGS Accesses the main menus or saves your input and exits the menus INPUT Changes the input source I Turns the power on or off Remote Control Sensor Standby Light y y Lighting On When Power is turned off y y Lighting Off When Power is turned on Connection panel See p 23 Touch Buttons ...

Page 10: ...ting the TV read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for save transportation regardless of its type and size Avoid touching the screen at all times as this may result in damage to the screen or some of the pixels used to create images CAUTION y y It is recommended to move the TV in the box or packing material that the TV originally came in y y Before moving or lifti...

Page 11: ...nd 1 Place the TV with the screen side down on a flat and cushioned surface 2 Attach the Stand Body from the TV y y Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage y y When attaching the stand to the TV place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches CAUTION Tighten the screws firmly to prevent the TV f...

Page 12: ...injury y y The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look different from the actual product y y Do not carry the monitor upside down by holding the stand body as this may cause it to fall off resulting in damage or injury y y The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look different from the actual product ...

Page 13: ...e down on a flat and cushioned surface 2 Attach the Stand Body from the TV Insert the two Lockers of the Stand Body right into the groove of the TV head and secure them by pressing the left and right bottom sides 3 Secure the TV and the Stand Body with the 2 screws Locker Tighten the screws firmly to prevent the TV from tilting forward Do not over tighten CAUTION If you don t fasten the screw tigh...

Page 14: ...injury y y The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look different from the actual product y y Do not carry the monitor upside down by holding the stand body as this may cause it to fall off resulting in damage or injury y y The illustration shows a general example of installation and may look different from the actual product ...

Page 15: ...C Adapter and Power Cord to a wall outlet Do not place the TV near or on sources of heat as this may result in fire or other damage CAUTION When you adjust the angle do not hold the buttom of the TV frame as shown on the following illustration as may injure your fingers WARNING Disconnect the power cord first and then move or install the TV Otherwise electric shock may occur CAUTION 10 cm 10 cm 10...

Page 16: ...system The Kensington security system connector is located at the back of the TV For more information of installation and using refer to the manual supplied with the Kensington security system or visit http www kensington com Connect the Kensington security system cable between the TV and a table The Kensington security system is optional You can obtain additional accessories from most electronics...

Page 17: ...cushioned surface 2 Turn the screw to the left and then pull out the Stand Base from the Stand Body y y Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage y y When detaching the stand to the TV place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches CAUTION 23MD53D ...

Page 18: ...cushioned surface 2 Turn the screw to the left and then pull out the Stand Base from the Stand Body y y Lay a foam mat or soft protective cloth on the surface to protect the screen from damage y y When detaching the stand to the TV place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches CAUTION 27MD53D ...

Page 19: ...V to a wall attach Wall mounting interface optional parts to the back of the TV When you install the TV using the wall mounting interface optional parts attach it carefully so it will not drop 1 Please Use the screw and wall mount interface in accordance with VESA Standards 2 If you use screw longer than standard the TV might be damaged internally 3 If you use improper screw the product might be d...

Page 20: ...arranty y y Use the screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard Any damages or injuries by misuse or using an improper accessory are not covered by the warranty CAUTION y y Use the screws that are listed on the VESA standard screw specifications y y The wall mount kit includes an installation manual and necessary parts y y The wall mount bracket is optional You can obtain additional accesso...

Page 21: ...seconds when the setting menu screen appears the setting menus will disappear NOTE WATCHING TV 4 Follow the on screen instructions to customize your TV according to your preferences Selects Home Use for the home environment Selects a country to display Selects the time zone and daylight saving When Russia is selected for Country Selects the Standby Light If you select On the TV turns on the Standb...

Page 22: ...s suitable for the retail environment y y If you select Store Demo mode the previously customized settings will switch to the default settings of Store Demo mode in 2 minutes NOTE You can also access Factory Reset by accessing OPTION in the main menus NOTE 5 When the basic settings are complete press OK 6 To turn the TV off press on the TV The Standby Light is turned on If you do not complete the ...

Page 23: ...f the order of the TV port MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting an antenna Connect an antenna cable or cable box to watch TV referring to the following The illustrations may differ from the actual accessories and an RF cable is optional Connect the TV to a wall antenna socket with an RF cable 75 Ω y y Use a signal splitter to use more than 2 TVs y y If the image quality is poor install a signal amplifier...

Page 24: ...ect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown on the following illustration y y Choose any HDMI input port to connect y y It does not matter which port you use DVD Blu Ray HD Cable Box HD STB Gaming device Not Provided y y Use a High Speed HDMI Cable y y High Speed HDMI Cables are tested to carry an HD signal up to 1080p and higher y y Supported DTV Audio MPEG Dolby Digital y y S...

Page 25: ...rnal device and the TV with the HDMI to DVI cable as shown in the following illustration To transmit an audio signal connect an optional audio cable DVD Blu Ray HD Cable Box HD STB Gaming device Not Provided Not Provided If you do not use an optional external speaker connect the external device to the TV with the optional audio cable NOTE ...

Page 26: ...as shown on the following illustration To display images by using progressive scan make sure to use the component cable DVD Blu Ray HD Cable Box HD STB Gaming device Not Provided Not Provided y y If cables are installed incorrectly it could case the image to display in black and white or with distorted color y y Check to ensure the cable are matched with the corresponding color connection NOTE ...

Page 27: ...o signals from an external device to the TV Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown on the following illustration DVD Blu Ray HD Cable Box HD STB Gaming device Not Provided Check to ensure the cable are matched with the corresponding color connection NOTE ...

Page 28: ...wing illustration To display images by using progressive scan make sure to use the Euro Scart cable DVD Blu Ray HD Cable Box Not Provided y y Any Euro scart cable used must be signal shielded y y When watching digital TV in 3D imaging mode TV out signals cannot be output through the SCART cable NOTE Output Type Current input mode AV1 TV Out1 Digital TV Digital TV Analogue TV AV Analogue TV Compone...

Page 29: ...nnection Transmits the headphone signal from the TV to an external device Connect the TV with the headphone as shown on the following illustration Headphone Not Provided y y AUDIO menu items are disabled when connecting a headphone y y Headphone impedance 16 y y Max audio output of headphone 9 mW to 15 mW y y Headphone jack size 0 35 cm NOTE ...

Page 30: ...EDIA menu to use various multimedia files Connecting to a CI Module View the encrypted pay services in digital TV mode This feature is not available in all countries or USB Not Provided PCMCIA Card Not Provided Check if the CI module is inserted into the PCMCIA card slot in the right direction If the module is not inserted properly this can cause damage to the TV and the PCMCIA card slot NOTE ...

Page 31: ... in temporary distortion on the screen y y Avoid displaying a fixed image on the screen for a long period of time to prevent image burn Use a screensaver if possible NOTE y y If you select Yes the size and image quality are optimised for your PC y y If you select No the size and image quality are optimised for the AV device DVD player set top box gaming device y y If you select Do not show message...

Page 32: ...tion PC y y Choose any HDMI input port to connect y y It does not matter which port you use Not Provided y y Use a High Speed HDMI Cable y y High Speed HDMI Cables are tested to carry an HD signal up to 1080p and higher y y If you want to use HDMI PC mode you must set the input label to PC or DVI mode y y Supported DTV Audio MPEG Dolby Digital y y Supported HDMI Audio format Dolby Digital PCM Up t...

Page 33: ...ith the HDMI to DVI cable as shown the following illustrations To transmit an audio signal connect an optional audio cable PC Not Provided Not Provided y y If you want to use HDMI PC mode you must set the input label to DVI mode y y If you do not use an optional external speaker connect the PC to the TV with the optional audio cable NOTE ...

Page 34: ...r PC to the TV Connect the PC and the TV with the D sub 15 pin cable as shown the following illustrations To transmit an audio signal connect an optional audio cable NOTE If you do not use an optional external speaker connect the PC to the TV with the optional audio cable PC Not Provided ...

Page 35: ... and returns to TV viewing from any menu 3D Uses for viewing 3D video GUIDE Shows programme guide Number buttons Enters numbers SETTINGS Accesses the main menus or saves your input and exit menus Navigation buttons Scrolls through menus or options The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons of the remote control Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly To replace bat...

Page 36: ... SUBTITLE Recalls your preferred subtitle in digital mode AD Switches the Audio Description On or Off PIP Turns the PIP mode on or off Control buttons Controls the MY MEDIA menus or the SIMPLINK compatible devices USB SIMPLINK Coloured buttons These access special functions in some menus Backlight Adjusts the brightness of the screen by controlling the screen backlight On MHEG channel you cannot a...

Page 37: ... Customer Support menus y y Press GREEN Button to access the FAQ menus Customer Support Using Customer Support feature y y Software Update y y Picture Test y y Sound Test y y Signal Test y y Product Service Info y y User Guide FAQ Shows answers to frequently asked questions about TV viewing and sets the related menus PICTURE LOCK SETUP INPUT AUDIO OPTION TIME MY MEDIA Adjusts the image size qualit...

Page 38: ... voice languages Subtitle Language In Digital Mode Only Use the Subtitle function when two or more subtitle languages are broadcast If subtitle data in a selected language is not broadcast the default language subtitle will be displayed Close Zoom In OPTION PROGRAMME Setting PICTURE SOUND Setting Advanced Function Information 1 2 2 3 Allows to select the category you want Allows to select the item...

Page 39: ...ompatible 3D glasses in order to see these images in 3D format y y After powering on the TV a few seconds may be needed for your TV to calibrate y y When watching digital TV in 3D imaging mode TV out signals cannot be output through the SCART cable y y If 3D TV broadcast standard changes in the future and it is not supported by this TV you may need a separate device such as a set top box NOTE ...

Page 40: ...st or dirt on the power cord regularly y y Make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first y y When the TV is left unattended and unused for a long time disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges CAUTION y y Do not push rub or hit the surface with your fingernail or a sharp object as this may res...

Page 41: ...This is image burn or burn in and not covered by the warranty y y If the aspect ratio of the TV is set to 4 3 for a long period of time image burn may occur on the letterboxed area of the screen y y Avoid displaying a fixed image on the TV screen for a long period of time 2 or more hours for LCD to prevent image burn Preventing Image burn or Burn in on your TV screen ...

Page 42: ...FOLLOWING 1 Viewing distance For optimal 3D viewing distance please see the table below Please maintain the optimal viewing distance for the best 3D experience 2 Viewing angle For optimal 3D viewing angles see the table below 3 Check the 3D display sequence L R R L The display method may vary due to the 3D content type Try changing the display method to L R or R L for a better viewing experience M...

Page 43: ... TV than the recommended distance Those that have a photosensitive seizure or chronic illness y y Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing light or particular pattern from 3D contents y y Do not watch 3D videos if you feel nausea are pregnant and or have a chronic illness such as epilepsy cardiac disorder or blood pressure disease etc y y 3...

Page 44: ...se you may not be able to view 3D videos properly y y Do not use 3D glasses instead of your normal glasses sunglasses or protective goggles y y Using modified 3D glasses may cause eye strain or image distortion y y Do not keep your 3D glasses in extremely high or low temperatures It will cause deformation y y The 3D glasses are fragile and are easy to be scratched Always use a soft clean piece of ...

Page 45: ...g the glasses provided with the TV When you view 3D images with this TV it is very important that you use the glasses provided with the TV The glasses are designed to compensate optically for the 3D filter attached to the surface of the TV If you wear third party glasses you may not see 3D images properly on the TV If you view 3D images outside the optimal viewing angle or distance The optimal vie...

Page 46: ...2 USB PCMCIA Power Rated Voltage 19 V 2 0 A Power Consumption On Mode 33 W typ Off Mode 0 4 W AC DC Adapter Manufacturer LITE ON Model PA 1650 64 Manufacturer LG Innotek Model PSAB L101A Tilt Tilt Range 5 to 20 Dimensions Width x Depth x Height Weight With Stand 544 1 mm x 182 8 mm x 406 2 mm 3 9 kg Without Stand 544 1 mm x 62 9 mm x 334 6 mm 3 4 kg Environmental conditions Operating Temperature O...

Page 47: ... 2 USB PCMCIA Power Rated Voltage 19 V 2 0 A Power Consumption On Mode 35 W typ Off Mode 0 4 W AC DC Adapter Manufacturer LITE ON Model PA 1650 64 Manufacturer LG Innotek Model PSAB L101A Tilt Tilt Range 5 to 20 Dimensions Width x Depth x Height Weight With Stand 641 3 mm x 199 4 mm x 458 8 mm 5 55 kg Without Stand 641 3 mm x 53 mm x 391 1 mm 4 6 kg Environmental conditions Operating Temperature O...

Page 48: ...0 000 720 x 480 31 470 59 940 720 x 480 31 500 60 000 720 x 576 31 250 50 000 1280 x 720 44 960 59 940 1280 x 720 45 000 60 000 1280 x 720 37 500 50 000 1920 x 1080 33 720 59 940 1920 x 1080 33 750 60 000 1920 x 1080 28 125 50 000 1920 x 1080 56 250 50 000 1920 x 1080 67 432 59 940 1920 x 1080 67 500 60 000 Component port connecting information Component ports on the TV Y PB PR Video output ports ...

Page 49: ...le from the RGB output port of the PC to the RGB PC port of the TV or the signal cable from the HDMI output port of the PC to the HDMI DVI IN port on the TV y y Connect the audio cable from the PC to the Audio input on the TV Audio cables are not included with the TV y y If using a sound card adjust PC sound as required y y If the graphic card on the PC does not output analogue and digital RGB sim...

Page 50: ...ottom RGB 1080p 1920 x 1080 67 5 60 Side by Side Top Bottom USB 1080p 1920 x 1080 33 75 30 Side by Side Top Bottom MPO Photo JPS Photo Signal Playable 3D video format DTV 720p 1080i Side by Side Top Bottom y y If HDMI input is received in HDMI 3D format images are automatically converted into 3D y y 2D 3D mode is available to watch for all signals y y If you change 2D 3D mode the left and right ed...

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