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P/NO : 3828TUL270D (0410-REV02) Printed in Korea Color Television OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL: RU-17LZ50C 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.
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:...
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.
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Safety Instructions Safety Instructions continued 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.
Introduction Introduction Introduction Controls Controls Remote Control Sensor Power/Standby indicator Glows red in Standby mode, Glows green when the TV is turned on. Side Control Panel Side Control Panel Channel Buttons Volume Buttons ENTER Enter Button MENU Menu Button TV/Video Button VIDEO On/Off Button ON/OFF...
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Introduction Connection Options Connection Options Video Input Audio Input * Kensington Security System Connector (Refer to P.9) PC Input Remote Control Jack S-Video Input RS 232C Jack Antenna Input Audio / Video Input AC Input Headphone Jack...
Introduction Remote Control Key Functions 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/VIDEO Selects: mode. (Refer to p.16) EXIT NUMBER buttons AUDIO (Refer to p.18) (Refer to p.22)
Installation Installation Accessories Accessories Owner’s Manual Kensington Security System Kensington Security System - The TV is equipped with a Kensington Security System connector 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.
Installation Installation Instruction Installation Instruction Rear A/V Cover Rear A/V Cover * The connection panel is hidden behind the A/V cover. a. Remove the cover. b. Install wires as necessary. c. Reinstall the cover. Align the holes on the TV back panel with the two tabs on the rear A/V cover as shown. d.
External Equipment Connections External Equipment Connections Antenna Connection 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.) Apartment Buildings Wall Connection Jack...
Installation External Equipment Connections Continued External Equipment Connections Continued VCR Setup VCR Setup - In Video mode, TV automatically reverts to TV mode if the FCR button or FLASHBK buttons are pressed. Connection 1 Set VCR switch to 3 or 4 and then tune TV to the same channel number.
Using Headphones Using Headphones - Plug headphones in to H/P jack as shown. - Adjust sound level to a headphone using the volume ( buttons. While you are listening to sound through a head- phone(s), TV speakers will not be heard. PC Setup PC Setup - After setup, be sure to select PC source on TV.
Operation Operation Operation PC Menu Options PC Menu Options - After setup, be sure to select PC source to see the PC image on TV screen. H-Position V-Position Clock Phase Auto Configure Reset OK MENU 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2.
TV Operation Overview 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 control or 2.
Operation Channel Menu Options Channel Menu Options Memorizing the Channels with EZ Scan 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 sig- nals either over-the-air or from a cable-type service provider.
Picture Menu Options Picture Menu Options EZ V ideo EZ V ideo - 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 in the •...
Operation Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options Audio 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. •...
imer Menu Options imer Menu Options Auto Clock Setup 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. Timer Clock Off timer On timer...
Operation On/Of imer Setup On/Of imer 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.
Special Menu Options Special Menu Options Closed Captions Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as sub- titles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs. Using Closed Captions Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of television programs.
Operation Caption/T Caption/T 1. Press the MENU button and then use menu. 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3. Press the button and then use D D / E E , or • The term for the words that scroll across the bottom of the TV screen; usually the audio portion of the program provided for the hearing impaired.
Lock Options Lock 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.
Operation Lock Menu Setup Lock Menu Setup Special Language Caption / Text Captions Key lock Parental To set OK MENU 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E Then, press the button.
External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup - Connect the RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as a computer or an A/V control system) and control the Monitor’s functions externally. - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the Monitor back panel. - RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the Monitor.
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Set ID Set ID - Use this function to specify a monitor ID number. - Refer to ‘Real Data Mapping 1’. See page 27. 1. Press the MENU button and then use menu. 2. Press the button and then use D D / E E 3.
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01. Power On (Command:a) G To control Power On/Off of the TV. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 0 : Power Off Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] G To show Power On/Off. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][FF][Cr] Acknowledgement [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] Data 0 : Power Off 02.
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09. Color (Command:i) G To adjust the screen color. You can also adjust color in the Picture menu. Transmission [k][i][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 0 ~ Max : 64 • Refer to ‘Real data mapping 1’. See page 27. Acknowledgement [i][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data][x] 10.
IR Codes IR Codes How to Connect How to Connect G Connect your wired remote control to the Remote Control port on the Monitor. Remote Control IR Code Remote Control IR Code G Output waveform Single pulse, modulated with 37.917KHz signal at 455KHz G Configuration of frame •...
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Code (Hexa) Function POWER POWER ON POWER OFF TV/VIDEO MULTIMEDIA Video1 Video2 S-video RGB (PC) CH ( CH ( VOL ( VOL ( MENU ENTER EXIT ARC (4:3) ARC (16:9) ARC (Zoom) Auto Configure SLEEP FLASHBACK AUDIO VIDEO 10H~19H Number Keys 0~9 MUTE Note R/C Button (Power On/Off)
Maintenance 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 Cleaning the Screen 1.
Troubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist SYMPTOMS No power No picture or sound Poor picture but good sound Poor reception Lines in picture Ghosts (multiple images) Remote control does not work. Cannot tune desired channel. CHECK THESE THINGS Is power cord plugged in ? Is television turned on ? Check batteries in remote control.