LG 42LB561V-ZC (01) PDF Document

To attach the stand to your LG 42LB561V-ZC, please follow these steps, noting that the stand type may vary:

1. Place the TV screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect it from scratches.

For the stand type with two separate feet (Models LB55**, LB56**-ZE / ZC):

1. Align the stand pieces (A Stand Base and B Stand Base) with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the TV.

2. Insert and tighten the four M4 x L14 screws to secure the stand pieces to the TV.

For the one-piece stand (Models LB56**-ZT / ZQ):

1. Attach the stand base (B Stand Base) to the stand neck (A Stand Base).

2. Align the assembled stand with the mounting hole on the back of the TV.

3. Insert and tighten the four M4 x L14 screws to secure the stand to the TV.

To connect your LG 42LB561V-ZC TV to a wall antenna socket, use an RF cable (75 Ω).

Connect one end of the RF cable to the wall antenna socket and the other end to the “ANTENNA/CABLE IN” port on the back of the TV.

Notes:

• To use more than two TVs, a signal splitter is required.

• If the image quality is poor, install a signal amplifier to improve it.

• If the image quality is poor with an antenna connected, try realigning the antenna in the correct direction.

• The supported DTV Audio formats are MPEG, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and HE-AAC.

If your LG 42LB561V-ZC is a satellite model, connect the TV to a satellite dish to a satellite socket using a satellite RF cable (75 Ω). Connect the cable to the “LNB Satellite IN” port on the back of the TV.

The Euro Scart connection transmits video and audio signals from an external device to your LG 42LB561V-ZC TV. Connect the external device and the TV set with a Euro Scart cable as shown in the device’s manual. Ensure any Euro Scart cable used is signal shielded.

The output type from the AV1 (TV Out) port depends on the current input mode:

You can connect various external devices to your LG 42LB561V-ZC TV. Here are some common connections:

• HDMI: For the best picture and audio quality from devices like DVD/Blu-Ray players, HD Cable Boxes, HD STB, PCs, or gaming devices, connect the device to the TV using an HDMI cable.

• Component: Connect a DVD/Blu-Ray player or HD Cable Box using a component video cable (Green, Blue, Red) and an audio cable (Red, White) to the corresponding Component IN ports.

• Composite (AV): Connect a DVD/Blu-Ray player, HD Cable Box, or VCR using a composite AV cable (Yellow, Red, White) to the corresponding AV IN ports.

• Optical Digital Audio Out: Connect to a Digital Audio System using an optical audio cable for high-quality sound.

• USB: Connect a USB storage device or HDD to the USB IN port to view media files.

• Headphone: Connect headphones to the H/P OUT port.

Note: Connect external devices to the TV regardless of the order of the TV port. For specific operating instructions, refer to the manual provided with each external device.

In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast, or brightness. If noise is present on your LG 42LB561V-ZC, try the following:

• Change the PC output to another resolution.

• Change the refresh rate to another rate.

• Adjust the brightness and contrast on the PICTURE menu until the picture is clear.

Please note that in PC mode, some resolution settings may not work properly depending on the graphics card.

The Joystick button, located below the TV screen, allows you to operate basic TV functions.

Basic Functions:

• Power On: When the TV is off, press the joystick button once and release it.

• Power Off: When the TV is on, press and hold the joystick button for a few seconds and release. (If the Menu is on screen, this action will exit the menu).

• Volume Control: Move the joystick left or right to adjust the volume.

• Programmes Control: Move the joystick up or down to scroll through saved programmes.

Adjusting the Menu:

When the TV is on, press the joystick button once to bring up the menu. You can then adjust the menu items by moving the joystick up, down, left, or right.

• TV off: Turns the power off.

• Settings: Accesses the main menu.

• Close: Clears on-screen displays and returns to TV viewing.

• Input List: Changes the input source.

Note: When moving the joystick, be careful not to press it first, as this will prevent you from adjusting the volume or programmes directly.

To prevent your LG 42LB561V-ZC from being scratched or damaged and to ensure safe transportation, please follow this advice:

• Avoid touching the screen at all times.

• It is recommended to move the TV in its original box or packing material.

• Before moving or lifting, 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 firmly. Do not hold the transparent part, speaker, or speaker grill area.

• When transporting the TV by hand, hold it as shown in the manual’s illustrations.

• Do not expose the TV to jolts or excessive vibration during transport.

• Keep the TV upright; never turn it on its side or tilt it left or right.

• Do not apply excessive pressure to the frame chassis, as this may damage the screen.

Mounting on a table:

1. Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table.

2. Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation.

3. Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. Do not place the TV near heat sources.

Securing the TV to a wall (if available for your model):

1. Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets and bolts, on the back of the TV. If there are already bolts in the eye-bolt position, remove them first.

2. Mount the wall brackets with the bolts to the wall. Match the location of the wall bracket and the eye-bolts on the rear of the TV.

3. Connect the eye-bolts and wall brackets tightly with a sturdy rope. Make sure to keep the rope horizontal with the flat surface.

Ensure that children do not climb on or hang on the TV. Brackets, bolts, and ropes are not provided.

To mount your LG 42LB561V-ZC on a wall, use a wall mount bracket that meets the VESA standard. It is recommended that wall mounting be performed by a qualified professional installer.

Important Cautions:

• Disconnect the power first before moving or installing the TV.

• Use an authorized LG wall mount and contact a local dealer or qualified personnel.

• Do not over-tighten the screws, as this may cause damage and void your warranty.

• Use screws and wall mounts that meet the VESA standard. The length of screws may differ depending on the wall mount; ensure you use the proper length.

• For 42LB56** models, use the included Wall Mount Spacers.

The functions of the remote control buttons for the LG 42LB561V-ZC are as follows:

To automatically tune the programmes on your LG 42LB561V-ZC, go to SETTINGS > SETUP > Auto Tuning. This function automatically finds and stores programmes that are currently broadcasting. Note that if the Input Source is not connected properly, programme registration may not work. If the Lock System is turned on, you will be prompted to enter a password.

To calibrate and adjust for optimum picture quality, you can use the Picture Wizard feature. Navigate to SETTINGS > PICTURE > Picture Wizard III. This feature allows you to adjust the picture using the remote control without needing expensive pattern devices.

To select a picture mode optimized for your viewing environment, go to SETTINGS > PICTURE > Picture Mode. The available modes are:

• Vivid: Heightens contrast, brightness, and sharpness for vivid images.

• Standard: Displays images in standard levels of contrast, brightness, and sharpness.

• Eco/APS: The Energy Saver feature changes TV settings to reduce power consumption.

• Cinema/Game: Displays the optimum picture for movies and games.

• Sports: Optimizes the video image for high and dynamic actions by emphasizing primary colours such as white, grass, or sky blue.

• Expert 1, 2: A menu for adjusting picture quality that allows experts and amateurs to enjoy the best TV viewing. This is the adjustment menu provided for ISF-certified picture tuning professionals.

To calibrate the screen for each picture mode or adjust picture settings for a special screen, navigate to SETTINGS > PICTURE > Picture Mode > Advanced Control / Expert Control. First, select a Picture Mode, then you can adjust the following settings:

• Dynamic Contrast: Adjusts the contrast to the optimal level according to the brightness of the image.

• Dynamic Colour: Adjusts colours to make the image appear in more natural colours.

• Skin Colour: Sets Skin colour spectrum separately.

• Sky Colour: Sky colour is set separately.

• Grass Colour: Natural colour spectrum can be separately set.

• Gamma: Sets the gradation curve according to the output of the picture signal in relation to the input signal.

• Colour Gamut: Selects the range of colours that can be expressed.

• Edge Enhancer: Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video.

• Colour Filter: Filters a specific colour spectrum in RGB colours to fine-tune colour saturation and hue accurately.

• Colour Temperature: Adjusts the overall tone of the screen as desired.

• Colour Management System: A system for experts to use when they adjust colour with a test pattern.

To adjust detailed settings for images, go to SETTINGS > PICTURE > Picture Mode > Picture Option. The available options are:

• 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 of the input picture.

• Real Cinema: Optimizes the screen for movie viewing.

• Motion Eye Care/SUPER Energy Saving: Saves power consumption by adjusting the brightness corresponding to the movement of the image on the screen.

The TruMotion feature corrects images to display smoother motion sequences. To access it, go to SETTINGS > PICTURE > TruMotion. The options are:

• Smooth: De-judder/De-blur working on a higher range in auto mode.

• Clear: De-judder/De-blur working on a middle range in auto mode.

• User: De-judder / De-blur can be set manually. De-judder adjusts juddering of the screen, and De-blur adjusts and eliminates blurring of the screen.

The Energy Saving feature reduces power consumption by adjusting screen brightness. You can find it under SETTINGS > PICTURE > Energy Saving.

• Auto: The TV sensor detects the ambient lighting and automatically adjusts the screen brightness.

• Off: Turns off the Energy Saving mode.

• Minimum / Medium / Maximum: Applies the pre-set Energy Saving mode.

• Screen Off: The screen is turned off and only sound is played. Press any button except the Power button on the remote control to turn the screen back on.

You can select where the sound is output from on your LG 42LB561V-ZC.

• To use TV speaker: Go to SETTINGS > AUDIO > Sound Out > TV Speaker. Sound will be output through the TV’s internal speakers.

• To use External Speaker (Optical): Go to SETTINGS > AUDIO > Sound Out > External Speaker (Optical). Sound is output through the speaker connected to the optical port. SimpLink is supported.

• To use Headphones: Go to SETTINGS > AUDIO > Sound Out > Headphone. Sound is output through the headphone port.

• To connect an LG audio device (Optical): Go to SETTINGS > AUDIO > Sound Out > LG Sound Sync (Optical). Connect an LG audio device to the optical digital audio output port.

SIMPLINK allows you to control and manage various multimedia devices with your TV remote via the SIMPLINK menu.

Setup Steps:

1. Connect the TV’s HDMI IN terminal to the SIMPLINK device’s HDMI output terminal using a high-speed HDMI cable (with CEC feature).

2. For home theatre units, also use an optical cable to connect the TV’s Optical Digital Audio Out to the device’s Optical Digital Audio In.

3. Select INPUT > SIMPLINK. The SIMPLINK menu window will appear.

4. In the SIMPLINK Setting window, set the SIMPLINK function to ON.

5. In the SIMPLINK menu window, select the device you want to control.

SIMPLINK Functions:

• Direct Play: Plays the multimedia device on the TV instantly.

• Select multimedia device: Selects the desired device via the SIMPLINK menu to control it.

• Disc playback: Manages the multimedia device with the TV remote control.

• Power off all devices: When you power off the TV, all connected devices are turned off.

• Sync Power on: When a connected SIMPLINK device starts to play, the TV will automatically turn on.

• Speaker: Select the speaker either on the home theatre unit or the TV.

To set or change the TV password, go to SETTINGS > LOCK > Set Password. The initial password is set to ‘0000’.

To reset all TV settings and delete stored information, navigate to SETTINGS > OPTION > Factory Reset. The TV will turn itself off and back on, and all settings will be reset. Do not turn off the power during initialization. If the Lock System is active, a pop-up window will ask for the password.

When using a USB storage device with your LG 42LB561V-ZC, please observe the following warnings:

• If the USB device has a built-in auto recognition program or uses its own driver, it may not work.

• Use only USB storage devices formatted with the Windows FAT32 or NTFS File System.

• For external USB HDDs, it is recommended to use devices with a rated voltage of less than 5 V and a rated current of less than 500 mA.

• It is recommended to use USB memory sticks of 32 GB or less and USB HDDs of 1 TB or less.

• If a USB HDD with a power-saving function does not work properly, turn the power off and on.

• Data on the USB storage device can be damaged, so be sure to back up important files to other devices. Data maintenance is the user’s responsibility.

To remove a USB device, select Q.MENU > USB Device and select the device you want to remove. When you see the removal message, you can safely separate the device from the TV.

Clean your TV regularly to keep it in the best condition. Before cleaning, make sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables.

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.

• Avoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage.

• Do not push, rub, or hit the screen surface with your fingernail or a sharp object.

• Do not use any chemicals as this may damage the product.

• Do not spray liquid onto the surface. If water enters the TV, it may result in fire, electric shock, or malfunction.

Power cord:

Remove the accumulated dust or dirt on the power cord regularly.

• Check the remote control sensor on the product and try again.

• Check if there is any obstacle between the product and the remote control.

• Check if the batteries are still working and properly installed.

• 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.

• Check the power control settings. The power supply may be interrupted.

• Check if the Automatic Standby, Sleep Timer, or Off Time feature is activated in the TIME settings.

• If there is no signal while the TV is on, it will turn off automatically after 15 minutes of inactivity.

• Turn the TV off and on again using the remote control.

• Reconnect the HDMI cable.

• Restart the PC with the TV on.

The supported modes for an HDMI-DTV connection on your LG 42LB561V-ZC are as follows:

When using the HDMI IN 1 port for a PC connection on your LG 42LB561V-ZC, the supported resolutions are: