OWNER’S MANUAL LED TV * LG LED TV refers to an LCD screen with LED backlights. Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. 55LA7900 47LA8600 55LA8600 60LA8600 55LA9600 www.lg.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product. yyDo not plug too many electrical devices into a single multiple electrical outlet. Otherwise, this may result in fire due to over-heating.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS yyNever touch this product or antenna during a thunder or lighting storm. You may be electrocuted. yyNever touch the wall outlet when there is leakage of gas, open the windows and ventilate. It may cause a fire or a burn by a spark. yyDo not disassemble, repair or modify the product at your own discretion. Fire or electric shock accident can occur. Contact the service centre for check, calibration or repair.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS yyDo not press strongly upon the panel with a hand or sharp object such as nail, pencil or pen, or make a scratch on it, as it may cause damage to screen. yyYou may find different brightness and colour of the panel depending on your viewing position(left/right/top/down). This phenomenon occurs due to the characteristic of the panel. It is not related with the product performance, and it is not malfunction.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Viewing 3D Imaging 5 CAUTION Viewing Environment WARNING Viewing Environment yyViewing Time - When watching 3D content, take 5 - 15 minute breaks every hour. Viewing 3D content for a long period of time may cause headache, dizziness, fatigue or eye strain.
LICENSES / OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE LICENSES Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit ‘www.lg.com’. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Safety Instructions 5 Viewing 3D Imaging 6 LICENSES 32 Magic Remote Control Functions 33 33 33 Registering Magic Remote Control How to use Magic Remote Control Precautions to Take when Using the Magic Remote Control 6 OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE 34 REMOTE CONTROL 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS 36 Using the user guide 8 Installation Procedure 37 SPECIFICATIONS 8 ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Optional Extras Parts and Buttons Lifting and moving the TV Setting
Instalation Procedure / ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Installation Procedure 1 Open the package and make sure all the accessories are included. 2 Attach the stand to the TV set. 3 Connect an external device to the TV set. 4 Make sure the network connection is available. You can use the TV network functions only when the network connection is made. ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Unpacking Check your product box for the following items.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 9 For LA7900 series ENERGY AV MODE INPUT TV SAVING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 LIST 8 9 0 FLASHBK MARK FAV VOL 3D CH P A G E MUTE MENU INFO Q.MENU ENTER BACK EXIT L/R SELECT FREEZE RATIO Magic Remote Control, Batteries (AA) (See p. 32) Remote control and Batteries (AAA) (See p. 34) Owner’s Manual Tag On Stand Base, Stand Body (See p. 15) Tag On Cinema 3D Glasses The number of 3D glasses may differ depending on the model or country. Component video cable (See p.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING For LA8600, LA9600 series ENERGY AV MODE INPUT TV SAVING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 LIST 8 9 0 FLASHBK MARK FAV VOL 3D CH P A G E MUTE MENU INFO Q.MENU ENTER BACK EXIT L/R SELECT FREEZE RATIO ENGLISH Magic Remote Control, Batteries (AA) (See p. 32) Remote control, Batteries (AAA) (See p. 34) Owner’s Manual Cable Holder (See p. 18) Stand Base (See p.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 11 Optional Extras Optional extras can be changed or modified for quality improvement without any notification. Contact your dealer for buying these items. These devices only work with certain models. The model name or design may be changed due to the manufacturer’s circumstances or policies.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Parts and Buttons For LA7900 series Screen OK SETTINGS INPUT Speakers Buttons ENGLISH Remote control sensor LG Logo light Button Description / ( / ) Scrolls through the saved channels. / ( / ) Adjusts the volume level. (OK Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input. ) (SETTINGS) (INPUT ( ) ) Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus. Changes the input source. Turns the power on or off.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 13 For LA8600, LA9600 series Video call camera Screen OK SETTINGS INPUT Speakers Buttons LG Logo light Button Description / ( / ) Scrolls through the saved channels. / ( / ) Adjusts the volume level. (OK Selects the highlighted menu option or confirms an input. ) (SETTINGS) (INPUT ( ) ) Accesses the main menus, or saves your input and exits the menus. Changes the input source. Turns the power on or off.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Lifting and moving the TV When moving or lifting the TV, read the following to prevent the TV from being scratched or damaged and for safe transportation regardless of its type and size. CAUTION yyAvoid touching the screen at all times, as this may result in damage to the screen. yyIt is recommended to move the TV in the box or packing material that the TV originally came in. yyBefore moving or lifting the TV, disconnect the power cord and all cables.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 15 Setting up the TV You can mount your TV to a wall or attach the stand if you wish to place the TV on an entertainment center or other furniture. Attaching the stand If you are not mounting the TV to a wall, use the following instructions to attach the stand. CAUTION yyWhen attaching the stand to the TV set, place the screen facing down on a cushioned table or flat surface to protect the screen from scratches. yyMake sure that the screws are fastened tightly.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING For LA8600, LA9600 series 1 4 Front Stand Base 2 ENGLISH 3 Wrapping bag (Depending on model) (LA8600 series) M4 x 16 2 EA (LA8600 series) M4 x 16 2 EA (LA9600 series) M4 x 20 2 EA (LA9600 series) M4 x 20 2 EA
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a table 1 Adjusting the angle of the TV to suit view Lift and tilt the TV into its upright position on a table. - Leave a 10 cm (minimum) space from the wall for proper ventilation. Swivel 15 degrees to the left or right and adjust the angle of the TV to suit your view. (For 55LA7900)  15˚ 15˚ 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm 10 cm Swivel 10 degrees to the left or right and adjust the angle of the TV to suit your view.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Securing the TV to a wall (optional) (Depending on model) Tidying cables (For LA7900 Series) 1 Gather and bind the cables with the Cable Holder and the Cable Management. 2 Fix the Cable Management firmly to the TV. ⨲㘶ᖂ2 ㏪ⱞ⋾#Ɐᴏ Cable Holder ENGLISH 1 Insert and tighten the eye-bolts, or TV brackets and bolts on the back of the TV. - If there are bolts inserted at the eye-bolts position, remove the bolts first. 2 Mount the wall brackets with the bolts to the wall.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Mounting on a wall 19 Wall mount bracket (optional) An optional wall mount can be used with your LG Television. Consult with your local dealer for a wall mount that supports the VESA standard used by your TV model. Carefully attach the wall mount bracket at the rear of the TV. Install the wall mount bracket on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. If you are attaching the TV to other building materials, please contact qualified personnel to install the wall mount.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING Using Built-in Camera 2 For LA8600, LA9600 series You can adjust the angle of the camera with the angle adjustment lever on the back of the built-in camera (within 5 degrees vertically). This TV does not support the use of an external camera. Angle Adjustment Lever NOTE yyBefore using the built-in camera, you must recognize the fact that you are legally responsible for the use or misuse of the camera by the relevant national laws including the criminal law.
ASSEMBLING AND PREPARING 21 Checking the Camera’s Shooting Range 1 Press the SMART button on the remote control to display the More menu. 2 Select Settings from the More menu and then press the wheel (OK) button. 3 Go to OPTION Camera Setting Help and press the wheel (OK) button. NOTE yyThe optimal distance from the camera to use the motion recognition function is between 1.5(5 ft) and 4.5 m(15 ft).
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS yyThis section uses illustrations of the LA8600 series. You can connect various external devices to the TV. Supported external devices are: HD receivers, DVD players, VCRs, audio systems, USB storage devices, PC, gaming devices, and other external devices. For more information on external device’s connection, refer to the manual provided with each device.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 23 Connecting to a HD receiver, DVD Player, or VCR Connect a HD receiver, DVD Player, or VCR to the TV and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI Connection HDMI is the best way to connect a device. Transmits the digital video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE yyUse the latest High Speed HDMI™ Cable with CEC (Customer Electronics Control) function.
MAKING CONNECTIONS DVI to HDMI Connection Transmits the digital video signal from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the DVI-HDMI cable as shown in the following illustration. To transmit an audio signal, connect an audio cable. NOTE yyWhen using the HDMI/DVI cable, Single link is only supported. Choose any HDMI input port to connect. It does not matter which port you use.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 25 Connecting to a mobile phone Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) is an interface for transmitting digital audiovisual signals from mobile phones to television sets. NOTE 4 (MHL) yyConnect the mobile phone to the HDMI IN 4 (MHL) port to view the phone screen on the TV. yyThis only works for the MHL-enabled phone. yyWith some MHL supporting mobile phones, you can use the TV remote to control the phone. yyAn MHL passive cable is needed to connect the TV and a mobile phone.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Component Connection Transmits analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with a component cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE yyIf cables are installed incorrectly, it could cause the image to display in black and white or with distorted color. yyCheck to ensure the cables are matched with the corresponding color connection.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 27 Composite Connection Transmits analog video and audio signals from an external device to the TV. Connect the external device and the TV with the composite cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE yyCheck to ensure the cables are matched with the corresponding color connection. IN AV COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO PR PB Y ENGLISH YELLOW (Use the composite video cable provided.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to a PC NOTE yyIt is recommended to use an HDMI connection for the best image quality. yyDepending on the graphics card, DOS mode video may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. yyIn PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast or brightness.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 29 Method B: DVI to HDMI Connection Choose any HDMI input port to connect. It does not matter which port you use.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an Audio System You can use an optional external audio system instead of the built-in speaker. Digital Optical Audio Connection Transmits a digital audio signal from the TV to an external device. Connect the external device and the TV with the optical audio cable as shown in the following illustration. NOTE yyDo not look into the optical output port. Looking at the laser beam may damage your vision.
MAKING CONNECTIONS 31 Connecting Headphones You listen to the sound using headphones. NOTE yyAUDIO menu options are disabled when headphones are connected. yyWhen changing AV MODE with headphones connected, the change is applied to video but not to audio. yyOptical Digital Audio Out is not available when headphones are connected. yyHeadphone impedance: 16 Ω yyMax audio output: 0.624mW to 1.04mW yyHeadphone jack size: 0.
MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Magic Remote Control Functions When the message “Magic remote control battery is low. Change the battery.” is displayed, replace the battery. To install batteries, open the battery cover, replace batteries (1.5 V AA) matching and ends to the label inside the compartment, and close the battery cover. Be sure to point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the TV. To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse.
MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 33 Registering Magic Remote Control The Magic Remote Control operates by pairing with your TV. How to register the Magic Remote Control (Wheel) To register automatically, turn the TV on and press the Wheel (OK). When registration is completed, the completion message appears on the screen. If registration fails, turn the TV off and back on, then press the Wheel (OK) to complete registration.
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL The descriptions in this manual are based on the buttons on the remote control. Please read this manual carefully and use the TV correctly. To install batteries, open the battery cover, and ends to the label inside the compartment, replace batteries (1.5 V AAA) matching the and close the battery cover. To remove the batteries, perform the installation actions in reverse. CAUTION yyDo not mix old and new batteries, as this may damage the remote control.
REMOTE CONTROL 35 INFO Views the information of the current program and screen. RATIO INPUT SMART Accesses the Smart Home menu. TV/ RAD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 LIST 0 Q.VIEW MY APPS Shows the list of Apps. Navigation buttons (up/down/left/right) Scrolls through menus or options. OK ꔉ Selects menus or options and confirms your input. ꕣ BACK Returns to the previous level. GUIDE Displays the program event according to time scheduler.
USING THE USER GUIDE uSING tHE uSEr GuIdE OPTION > To set language SMART User Guide allows you to more easily access the detailed TV information. 1 2 Press SMART menus. 1 User Guide To use input device To set time options ENGLISH PROGRAMME Setting To set TV lock options PICTURE, SOUND Setting To set language LG SMART Function To set country Advanced Function To set subtitle Information To set Magic remote control Index 2 Menu Language Selects a language for the display text.
SPECIFICATIONS 37 SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
SPECIFICATIONS MODELS Dimensions (Width With stand x Height x Depth) Without stand Weight 30.5 Kg Without stand 27.7 Kg AC 100-240 V~ 50 / 60 Hz MODELS Dimensions (Width With stand x Height x Depth) Without stand Power requirement 1338 x 850 x 316 (mm) 1338 x 782 x 35.1 (mm) With stand Power requirement Weight 60LA8600 (60LA8600-CA) 55LA9600 (55LA9600-CA) 1220 x 781 x 305 (mm) 1220 x 712 x 31.5 (mm) With stand 21.0 Kg Without stand 18.
SPECIFICATIONS HDMI (DTV) supported mode Component port connecting information Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640 x 480 31.469 31.5 59.94 60 720 x 480 31.469 31.5 59.94 60 720 x 576 31.25 50 1280 x 720 37.5 44.96 45 50 59.94 60 1920 x 1080 33.72 33.75 28.125 26.97 27 33.716 33.75 56.25 67.43 67.5 59.94 60 50 23.97 24 29.976 30.00 50 59.
SPECIFICATIONS 3D supported mode 3D supported mode manually Signal Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Verticla Frequency (Hz) DTV HD / SD - - ATV(CVBS) SD - - Component HD / SD - - 1024 x 768 48.36 1360 x 768 47.71 Input 60 HDMI-PC 1920 x 1080 67.5 Others - - 480P 31.5 60 576P 31.25 50 37.
SPECIFICATIONS / external control device setup 41 yyVideo, which is input as below media contents is switched into the 3D screen automatically. 3D supported mode automatically Input Signal 640 x 480 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 576p Playable 3D video format Top & Bottom, Side by Side(Half), Side by Side(Full) 31.469 / 31.5 62.938 / 63 480p Vertical Frequency (Hz) 59.94 / 60 Frame Packing, Line Alternative 31.469 / 31.5 Top & Bottom, Side by Side(Half), Side by Side(Full) 62.
MAINTENANCE / TROUBLESHOOTING MAINTENANCE Cleaning Your TV Clean your TV regularly to keep it at peak performance and to extend the product lifespan. CAUTION yyMake sure to turn the power off and disconnect the power cord and all other cables first. yyWhen the TV is left unattended or unused for a long time, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet to prevent possible damage from lightning or power surges.
The model and serial number of the TV is located on the back and one side of the TV. Record it below should you ever need service.