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LG LSS-3200A Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL : LSS-3200A
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product,
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  • Page 1 © Copyright 2004, LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. DIRECTV ® Receiver OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL : LSS-3200A Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely. Toll Free Number 1 1 - - 8 8 0 0 0 0 - - 2 2 4 4 3 3 - - 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...

  • Page 2: Safety Warning

    If trouble is experienced with this product, for repair or warranty information, please contact LG Electronics Inc. If the product is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the product until the problem is resolved.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    Trade Name / Model : LG / LSS-3200A Responsible Party : LG Electronics Inc., Chicago office Address : 6133 North River RD Suite 1100 Rosemont, IL. 60018, U.S.A. Contact Person : Mr. P. H. Byun, General Manager Tel.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.

  • Page 5: Important Information

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION Due to copyright restrictions, you may not be able to view some high-definition programs in high-definition format using this product. If HD viewing is prohibited due to copyright restric- tions, you would need to connect other interfaces to view the program. In certain markets, access to local channels requires a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite Dish Antenna.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Important Overview 3. Setup and Connections 4. Front Panel and 5. Initial Setup ............44 6.
  • Page 7 7. Advanced Program Guide™ 7-1. About the Advanced Program Guide™ ....50 7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide™ Screen ..51-52 7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide™ ..53-54 7-4.

  • Page 8: A New World Of Digital Entertainment

    DIRECTV The ATSC Tuner uses LG’s 4th generation VSB technology for improved over-the-air digital reception. The built-in NTSC tuner with 4th digital comb filter provides optimum Video and Audio from terrestri- al/cable analog programming.

  • Page 9: Main Features

    1-2. Main Features Ultimate Entertainment A Wide Variety of Programs Hundreds of channels are available by subscription from DIRECTV. DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide™ Instant access for up to seven days of program listings. Ability to jump a day or 6 hours at a time. Ability to search and tune by program title, key word, category.

  • Page 10: Sending Signals

    2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-1. Sending Signals Sat A 101 DIRECTV Digital broadcasting is a new way of sending programs over the airwaves with superior qual- ity video and audio. The DIRECTV broadcasting. To fully enjoy it, it is helpful to understand the ways that program signals are sent.

  • Page 11: Tv Signal Formats

    2-2. TV Signal Formats Standard Comparison Table Signal Format Active Lines Sound Aspect Ratio Resolution The digital TV standards allow several different formats. Broadcasters can choose between four formats: • 480p - The picture is 704 x 480 pixels, sent at 60 complete frames per second (480i is also possible, sent at 60 interlaced frames per second).

  • Page 12: Display Formats

    2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-3. Display Formats The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver provides several display formats. Pressing the DISPLAY FORMAT button repeatedly on the front panel changes the display formats following order: 1080i 720p 480p In 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i modes, all input signal formats are converted to the chosen dis- play format.

  • Page 13: Normal And Wide Format Signals

    2-4. Normal and Wide Format Signals When you view a high-definition picture(16:9) with 480i or 480p format setting, the RATIO but- ton on the remote control changes the wide mode in the cycle of Letterbox Squeezed. When you view a standard definition picture (4:3) with 720p or 1080i format setting, the RATIO button on the remote control changes th e wide mode in the cycle of Normal Panorama Zoom...

  • Page 14: Normal And Wide Format Signals

    2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-4. Normal and Wide Format Signals WHEN YOU SET THE DISPLAY FORMAT TO HDTV (1080i/720p) Program Format High-Definition (16:9) antenna Adjustment Required Standard Definition(4:3) *Note. The HDTV formats should always be broadcast in the 16:9 aspect ratio. However, you may choose one of three temporary options to select for your preference.

  • Page 15: Audio Signals

    2-5. Audio Signals Digital Audio Signals center channel speaker left right speaker speaker sub-woofer surround sound speaker The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver will be the focal center of your home entertainment system comprising a variety of components, such as TV, DVD, VCR, etc. and external audio systems. Since digital programs being broadcast contain digital-quality audio, you can create a home theater by sending audio signals from the DIRECTV HD Receiver to your audio system externally.
  • Page 16 2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-5. Audio Signals Analog Audio Signals Analog stereo amplifier AUDIO IN The analog audio outputs may be used to drive an external Hi-Fi audio system instead of the TV speakers. These stereo outputs are activated by setting the Analog Mode in the Audio menu to Stereo.

  • Page 17: On-Screen Display

    2-6. On-Screen Display Main Menu You can adjust the setup through a user-friendly on-screen menu using the remote control. While viewing a program, the on-screen menu will appear on your TV screen if you press the MENU button on your remote control. The on-screen menu is operated using a simple, straight-forward ‘Highlight and Select’...
  • Page 18 2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-6. On-Screen Display EZ Help First, certain features and terminologies used in the on-screen menus require your basic understanding to fully utilize their capabilities. The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver provides a power- ful feature called “EZ Help” that describes highlighted menu item to help you understand the features.

  • Page 19: Unpacking

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-1. Unpacking Make sure you have received all these items listed below with the DIRECTV Remote Control Cables Batteries S VIDEO Jack Access Card Audio/Video Jacks OUT TO TV Remote Control Phone Jacks RF Antenna Component Jacks DVI-HDTV Jack CONTROL ®...

  • Page 20: Setup And Connections 3-1. Unpacking

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-1. Unpacking DIRECTV ® HD Receiver The DIRECTV HD Receiver is capable of receiving signals from the satellite dish, cable, and/or over-the-air antenna and sending the decoder signals to your TV. Remote Control In addition to the DIRECTV HD Receiver, the remote control can be programmed to control many other devices.

  • Page 21: Back Panel Of The Directv

    3-2. Back Panel of the DIRECTV COMPONENT OUT VIDEO OUT (1080i i /720p/480p/480i i ) ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN TYPE OUT TO TV OPTICAL AUDIO OUT Ant In Is used to connect an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna. Cable In Is used to connect a coaxial cable coming from your cable TV service outlet or cable box.

  • Page 22: Setup And Connections

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-2. Back Panel of the DIRECTV Audio Out 1,2 Is used to provide analog audio signals to VCR, TV set, HD Monitor, or Analog Hi-Fi System. Digital Audio Out Is used to connect a digital optical cable from the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the Dolby Digital decoder.

  • Page 23: General Recommendations

    3-3. General Recommendations CAUTION: Make all connections before plugging the power supply cord into a standard 120V, 60Hz AC power outlet. You can connect the DIRECTV ® ing questions will determine the correct setup for you. - What type of antennas do you have? Satellite dish, cable, and/or over-the-air antennas. - What type of connectors does your TV or VCR have: Y/Pb/Pr, RGB, DVI-HDTV, S-VIDEO, A/V (RCA- type), or RF coaxial? - Do you have an external audio or audio/video system? Consider integrating the DIRECTV HD...
  • Page 24 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Non-Satellite Sources Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable.

  • Page 25: Connecting To Antennas

    3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Round Dish (Satellite A) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN CABLE IN OUT TO TV Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable. 3.
  • Page 26 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Oval Dish (Satellite A, B) Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable. 3.
  • Page 27 * Sat C may also be connected via a SAT B/SAT C combiner with a 4x4 multi-switch (not supplied by LG). Sat A Sat C 5x4 Multi-switch*...
  • Page 28 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-5. TV Connection - Analog TV Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “AUDIO OUT” and “VIDEO OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “A/V IN” jack on your TV using RCA-type cables.

  • Page 29: Tv Connection

    3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (Y/Pb/Pr type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “COMPONENT OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “COMPONENT IN” jacks of your TV using RCA-type cables.
  • Page 30 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (RGB type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack CABLE IN OUT TO TV TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the “RGB OUT” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “RGB IN” jack of your TV using VGA-type connector. (The “TYPE”...
  • Page 31 3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor with HDCP (DVI-HDTV type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2.

  • Page 32: Vcr Connection

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-6. VCR Connection Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing Refer to Section 3-5, ‘TV Connection’. VCR Recording 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “AUDIO OUT” and “VIDEO OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “A/V IN” jacks on your VCR using RCA-type cables.
  • Page 33 Connect the VCR Controller to allow the Timer and Rec feature to automatically operate your VCR. See “VCR Control Setup” on page 113 for information about setting up the Digital Satellite Receiver to operate with your VCR. 1. Connect the VCR Controller to the VCR CONTROL jack on the DIRECTV 2.

  • Page 34: Audio Connection

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-7. Audio Connection - Digital Audio System ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL Dolby Digital ® Connection 1. Connect the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” jack on the DIRECTV jack on your Dolby Digital or Pro Logic (A digital optical cable is not supplied.) NOTE To enjoy Dolby Digital audio when it is available in a broadcast, set the HD Receiver’s...

  • Page 35: Audio Connection

    3-7. Audio Connection - Analog Hi-Fi System Analog stereo amplifier AUDIO IN Hi-Fi System Connection 1. Connect the Left and Right “AUDIO OUT” jacks from the DIRECTV and Right “INPUT” jacks on your Hi-Fi audio system. NOTE When viewing a digital broadcast with Dolby Digital broadcast’s audio from the analog audio left and right jacks.

  • Page 36: Remote Control Rf Antenna Connection

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-8. Remote Control RF Antenna Connection Remote Control RF Antenna ANT IN DIGITAL AUDIO S VIDEO CABLE IN OUT TO TV OPTICAL The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver can be used with the supplied remote control RF (radio frequency) antenna and remote control that allow you to control your receiver from your easy chair, anywhere in the room, or even from another room within your home.

  • Page 37: Using The Front Panel Of The Directv

    4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-1. Using the Front Panel of the DIRECTV 1 POWER Turns the DIRECTV HD Receiver on or off. 2 Access Card and RESET button Door The Access Card is the means by which DIRECTV controls the distribution of its services. The card must be inserted into the access card slot at all times to enable reception of satellite signals.

  • Page 38: Using The Remote Control

    4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-2. Using the Remote Control POWER Turns the DIRECTV ® HD Receiver on and off. If your remote control is programmed to control other components such as VCR, DVD, etc., Power will turn the component on and off. If you want to control other components from different manufacturers, you must first pro- gram your remote control.
  • Page 39 4-2. Using the Remote Control CH +/- Scrolls the channels up or down while you are viewing a program, or scrolls the program list in the Guide menu page by page. Press and hold the but- ton to speed up and continue scrolling channels. RATIO Changes the picture aspect ratio.
  • Page 40 4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-2. Using the Remote Control MENU Brings up the main menu. You can return to normal viewing by pressing the EXIT button or pressing the MENU button again. GUIDE Brings up the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide, showing ALL channels. You can also access the Advanced Program Guide via the main menu.

  • Page 41: Programming The Remote Control

    4-3. Programming the Remote Control The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver remote control is a multi-brand or universal remote control that can be programmed to control most remote-controllable devices from other manufacturers. NOTE The remote control may not control all models of other brands. 1.

  • Page 42: Remote Control Codes For Other Components

    4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-4. Remote Control Codes for Other Components TV Codes Brands Codes Brands Akai Hitachi Amark 112 143 Ampro 167 073 Blaupunkt Broksonic Candle 002 003 004 Inifinity Capehart Inkel Citizen 002 003 004 043 101 103 J.C Penny Classic Concerto...
  • Page 43 4-4. Remote Control Codes for Other Components VCR Codes Aiwa Instant Replay Akai 146 043 046 124 125 142 J.C Penny Ampro Audio dynamics 012 023 Jensen 039 043 Broksonic Canon 028 031 033 Capehart Craig 033 040 135 Kenwood Curtis Mathes 031 033 041 Daewoo...
  • Page 44 4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-4. Remote Control Codes for Other Components AUX (AUDIO) Goldstar Hitachi Luxman Marantz Panasonic 003 015 036 Pioneer Toshia AUX (CD) Aiwa 149 178 189 202 219 Akai 134 165 200 Denon 101 190 221 222 223 Emerson 133 136 152...

  • Page 45: Initial Setup

    5. INITIAL SETUP IMPORTANT: Check your TV owner’s manual for the prefered or required video format. The appropriate format should be set using the DISPLAY FORMAT button on the front panel of the DIRECTV ® HD Receiver. If the correct format is not selected, the on-screen display and video may not appear correctly or may not appear at all.

  • Page 46: Viewing The Channel Banner

    6. BASIC OPERATION 6-1. Viewing the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears whenever you tune to a new channel or press the INFO button on the remote control while viewing a program. It displays channel and program information in the banner shown at the top of the screen.
  • Page 47 6-1. Viewing the Channel Banner Input Source Icon (DIRECTV) Indicates from which source the current program signal is being received. The DIRECTV receive a signal from ANT, ANT/Digital, CABLE or DIRECTV. Lock Icon ( Indicates that the parental or spending limit lock system is activated (see section 8-19). Alternate Audio ( ENGLISH DIRECTV and digital channels sometimes provide multiple audio tracks, often in a different language.

  • Page 48: Channel Surfing

    6. BASIC OPERATION 6-2. Channel Surfing The surf list appears on the TV screen when you press the SURF button on the remote control. It enables you to surf up to 50 favorite channels that were chosen in the Edit Channel section of the Setup menu or directly added in the SURF guide as described below.

  • Page 49: Freeze Screen

    6-3. Freeze Screen Pressing the FREEZE button freezes the current image. Pressing the FREEZE button again enlarges the image. The image can then be scanned vertically and horizontally. Pressing the FREEZE button once again returns the image to live video. FREEZE Mode Screen Multi-Freeze Mode Screen NOTE...

  • Page 50: Subscription To Directv Ant/Cable-Only Operation

    6. BASIC OPERATION 6-4. Subscription to DIRECTV ® programming and ANT/CABLE-Only operation The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver is designed to receive signals from DIRECTV, ANT and/or CABLE sources. If you are a DIRECTV customer, you can enjoy programming provided by DIRECTV. You can also receive the analog and digital over-the-air broadcasts, with the benefit of the Advanced Program Guide™...

  • Page 51: Advanced Program Guide™ 7-1. About The Advanced Program Guide

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-1. About the Advanced Program Guide™ The DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide™, contains schedule and program information for all DIRECTV ® channels. The Advanced Program Guide also provides local over-the-air channels information including both conventional analog and digital channels if you receive satellite ser- vice.

  • Page 52: Layout Of The Advanced Program Guide™ Screen

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide™ Screen The on-screen guide maintains ten different channel lists, each of which shows you only those channels and programs that belong to that channel list. The meaning and generation of each channel list is described below Note: When viewing the Program Guide, press the GUIDE button on the remote control to view the items below in the Guide menu (see section 7-1).

  • Page 53: Layout Of The Advanced Program Guide™ Screen

    7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide™ Screen The guide screen also provides two search menus: Category Searches for programs that belong to a given category. The DIRECTV HD Receiver first shows you currently applicable categories and allows you to search for programs in that category (see section 7-8).

  • Page 54: Moving Through The Advanced Program Guide

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide™ The Advanced Program Guide™ is operated based on a simple and straightforward “Highlight and Select” process. 1. Use “ ” on your remote control to navigate the guide screen. DEF G 2.
  • Page 55 7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide™ Direct Jumping You can quickly jump to a page that contains a specific channel by directly entering a channel number using the digit buttons “0~9” on the remote control. Pressing “ ” following the digit button strokes will move to the channel immediately. Picture In Guide view You can preview the highlighted channel in the Picture In Guide at left-top window.

  • Page 56: Selecting A Program

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-4. Selecting a Program The top region of the guide screen displays the schedule and program information of the cur- rently highlighted program. You can also see other detailed information about the program by pressing the INFO button. When you select the highlighted program by pressing “...

  • Page 57: Getting More Program Information

    7-5. Getting More Program Information Pressing the INFO button will display available additional information about the highlighted program. Depending on the broadcaster and service provider, information may include actor and role relationships, original material, production studio, the date on which the program was first shown, and so on. To display program details: 1.

  • Page 58: Getting More Program Information

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-5. Getting More Program Information 5. If you want to check any other broadcasting schedules for this same program, move the highlight to the “Showings” menu, located on the left side of the additional information box, and press “ ”. 6.

  • Page 59: Setting A Timer/Record Event For Future Viewing

    7-6. Setting a Timer/Record Event for Future Viewing If you want to view a program scheduled in the future, you can put that program on the Timer/Record List so that program will be automatically tuned. A timer event will automatically tune to the selected channel at the specified time. A Record event will also turn on the DIRECTV your VCR to record the program;...

  • Page 60: Purchasing Directv Pay Per View Programs

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-7. Purchasing DIRECTV If you subscribe to DIRECTV the DIRECTV promo channel, to determine if you would like to purchase them. To purchase Pay Per View (PPV) programs: 1. From the program guide, press INFO button to see detailed information about the selected pro- gram.

  • Page 61: Searching For Programs By Category

    7-8. Searching for Programs by Category You can search for specific programs by categories. The category information of each program is provided by the Advanced Program Guide™ so that you can choose one of them to search for matching programs. You can also set a search range of One Day or One Week.

  • Page 62: Searching For Programs By Category

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE™ 7-8. Searching for Programs by Category When you search for programs by category, you can also use the user-defined “MY CATEGORY” feature. You may specify two user-defined categories. One is the “MY CATEGORY1” and the other is the “MY CATEGORY2”. These categories can also be modified in the EDIT menu (in the guide menu->My CATEGORY->EDIT).

  • Page 63: Searching For Programs By Keyword

    7-9. Searching for Programs by Keyword You can also search for programs by keywords which can be found in program titles or credit titles such as actor/actress name, director name, etc. To search programs by keyword: 1. While viewing the Program Guide, press the GUIDE button on the remote control to view the Guide menu.

  • Page 64: Customization

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-1. Accessing the On-screen Menu In the menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. To navigate the menu levels, you will see “ ” or “ ” on the right side of the menu label to help you go to the next level.

  • Page 65: The Structure Of The On-Screen Menus

    8-2. The Structure of the On-Screen Menus DIRECTV SETUP AUDIO PREFERENCE LOCK SYSTEM Guide Purchase List Mail List Timer/Record Timer/Record List Initial Setup EZ Channel Scan Manual Ch. Add Surf List/Ch. Edit Clock Out to TV EZ Hook-up Digital Output Audio Mode Audio Language Dolby Digital...

  • Page 66: Managing Program Purchases

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-3. Managing Program Purchases Purchase List Shows a history of recently purchased programs and display upcoming DIRECTV Upcoming DIRECTV ® Pay Per View purchases can be canceled. You may do this by selecting the program. A pop-up screen will ask you if you want to cancel the program. If you select a past DIRECTV chased and shown.

  • Page 67: Checking Messages

    8-4. Checking Messages Allows you to view the messages that are sent from DIRECTV. For example, you may receive a mes- sage requesting your attention to a new service or special program offering. To check the Mail Box: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 68: Setting A Timer/Record Event

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-5. Setting a Timer/Record Event Allows you to set up a timer or record event manually. You can see the event list in the Timer/Record List menu (DIRECTV Timer/Record List). You can also set a one time Timer/Record event in the Guide (see section 7-6).

  • Page 69: Modifying A Timer/Record Event

    8-6. Modifying a Timer/Record Event The Timer/Record List shows the programs you have reserved in the Guide menu or in the Timer/Record menu. You may cancel any program in the list by selecting the program. You may also modify any event in the list that was created in the Timer/Event menu. To modify or delete a program in the Timer/Record List: 1.

  • Page 70: Initializing The System

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System About Initial Setup The DIRECTV ® HD Receiver is capable of receiving three types of signals; ANT, CABLE and DIRECTV programming (if you are a DIRECTV customer). Initial Setup lets you initialize your system to function properly with your dish antenna.
  • Page 71 8-7. Initializing the System To Select your dish type in Manual Selection: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Select the DIRECTV ® menu by pressing “ ” on the remote control. 3.
  • Page 72 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System Step 3. Signal Strength Depending on the Dish Type you have selected, the Signal Strength menu shows you up to three sig- nal strength bars for Satellite Networks A, B, and C, in order to help you adjust the dish to the cor- rect position with the elevation, azimuth, and tilt values obtained from the Your Location menu.
  • Page 73 8-7. Initializing the System Step 4. Add Local Network Adds program information for channels available over the air (terrestrial) in a selected local area as defined by the satellite service provider. You can select two distinct areas by ZIP code to view the chan- nels being broadcast from both areas.
  • Page 74 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System Step 5. Create Channel list The Setup wizard will show the summary screen of the setup sequence. The next page will create the channel list automatically. After the Setup Wizard process is completed, press the " " button on the remote control to finish the Initial Setup.
  • Page 75 8-7. Initializing the System Dish Setup Status Shows the dish type and up to two distinct areas by ZIP code. To see the dish setup status: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
  • Page 76 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Initializing the System Dish Positioning Provides the coordinates of elevation, azimuth, and tilt based upon your ZIP code. Elevation is the up/down angle of the dish. Azimuth is the side-to-side direction, while tilt is the circular rotation of the dish itself around the pointing axis.
  • Page 77 8-7. Initializing the System Signal Strength Depending on the Dish Type that is selected, the Signal Strength menu shows you up to three signal strength bars for Satellite Networks A, B, and C, in order to help you adjust the dish to the correct position with the elevation, azimuth, and tilt values obtained from the Your Location menu.

  • Page 78: Managing Channels

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-8. Managing Channels EZ Channel Scan (Channel Search) Automatically finds all channels (both analog and digital) available through the antenna and cable inputs, and stores all the active channels in the channel list. Inactive or weak channels may not appear in the list. In that case, add missing channels manually in the Manual Ch. Add menu.
  • Page 79 8-8. Managing Channels Manual Ch. Add Manually adds a channel to your channel list without rescanning all the channels again. EZ Channel Scan may not pick up every channel that is available on Air and Cable. Therefore, it may be necessary for you to add channels manually using this feature. Note :The Manual Channel Add feature is not available in ANT/CABLE mode.
  • Page 80 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-8. Managing Channels Surf List/Ch. Edit The default channel list is made in the EZ Channel Scan menu. Surf List/Ch. Edit allows you to create two other types of channel lists; custom list and surf list. A custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or off with “...
  • Page 81 8-8. Managing Channels...

  • Page 82: Setting The Clock

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-9. Setting the Clock Clock (Auto) Enables adjustment of the time zone and activation of daylight savings time. Normally, your clock is set using signals transmitted by DIRECTV. To set auto clock: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 83: Setting The Clock

    8-9. Setting the Clock Clock (Manual) Enables you to set the time manually for the ANT/CABLE source only. To set clock manually: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ ”...

  • Page 84: Setting Default Signal Out

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-10. Setting Default Signal Out Output Channel If you use the OUT TO TV jack, select channel 3 or 4 to send RF signal from your DIRECTV HD Receiver to your TV. Your TV must be tuned to the selected channel to display the pic- ture.

  • Page 85: Ez Hook-Up

    8-11 EZ Hook-up Graphically depicts possible ways to connect the DIRECTV other components. Since the connection that is best for you depends on the components in your sys- tem, keep in mind that an alternative connection may also be possible. To see EZ Hook-up: 1.

  • Page 86: Setting The Audio

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-12. Setting the Audio Digital Output If you are using an external audio system that supports Dolby Digital Digital audio mode. If you are using an external audio system that has a PCM only decoder, select PCM (Digital). If you are not using an external audio system, select OFF. Do not select the Dolby Digital setting if connecting to an audio system that is not capa- ble of decoding Dolby Digital audio.
  • Page 87 8-12. Setting the Audio PCM (Digital) Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) decoders support L/R stereo only. If selected, audio outputs are decoded and transmitted to the Digital Output (SPDIF) in PCM mode. Dolby Digital ® Audio Dolby Digital ® audio, formerly known as Audio Coding 3rd Generation or 5.1 channel audio, is a coding technique that provides up to five independent, full frequency response audio chan- nels and one low frequency bass channel.
  • Page 88 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-12. Setting the Audio Audio Mode Allows you to choose the default audio mode when a program is broadcast in analog for- mat. When you view a program broadcast in mono, you will hear only mono sound, even though stereo mode is set.
  • Page 89 8-12. Setting the Audio Dolby Digital ® Audio Allows you to choose a Dolby Digital you use to adjust the adequate audio level. If you connect audio line output to your TV, select ‘Line Mode’. If you use the OUT TO TV port to connect to your TV, select ‘RF Mode’. To set the Dolby Digital: 1.
  • Page 90 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-12. Setting the Audio Audio Language If available, allows you to hear a program in other languages if the program is broadcast in digital format. You may select a language while you are viewing a program by selecting an option on the audio language box in the channel banner and pressing “...
  • Page 91 8-12. Setting the Audio Variable Audio Allows you to control the volume with the remote control of the DIRECTV To set Variable Audio: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ ”...

  • Page 92: Choosing The Aspect Ratio

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-13. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Allows you to choose the screen format. When you view a high-definition picture using the video 480i or 480p output format, you can choose Letterbox, Cropped or Squeezed. When you view a standard-definition picture using the 720p or 1080i output format, you can choose Normal, Wide, Panorama, Zoom or Cine-Zoom.
  • Page 93 8-13. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Modes for viewing high-definition content (16:9) WHEN OUTPUT FORMAT IS 480i OR 480p MODE : Letter Box Use for a picture with an original 16:9 aspect ratio (in a wide format). Letter box mode will shrink the picture to fill the screen, with black (or gray) bars appearing at the top and bottom of the screen.
  • Page 94 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-13. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Modes for viewing high-definition content (16:9) WHEN OUTPUT FORMAT IS 720p OR 1080i MODE : (Note: you may choose one of three picture appearance options for your preference) Standard Choose when you want to view a picture with no adjustment. Expand Choose when you want to view a picture in the 16:9 ratio.

  • Page 95: Setting Digital Caption

    8-14. Setting Digital Caption Allows you to select a mode for displaying Digital Caption Data. In the Digital Caption Service, Services 1-6 typically represent different Language Services, if available. Service 1 Service 1 is designated as the Primary Caption Service. This service contains the verbatim, or near-verbatim captions for the primary language being spoken in the accompanying pro- gram audio.

  • Page 96: Setting Digital Caption Style

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-15. Setting Digital Caption Style Allows you to customize the caption style to your preference by allowing you to change: Font, Edge Type, Color, etc. Note : If the Style setting is “Set By Program” the captions will appear as defined by the program provider.

  • Page 97: Setting Closed Caption

    8-16. Setting Closed Caption Allows you to select a mode for displaying analog Closed Caption Data. In the Analog Caption Service, Captions 1-4 display program’s dialog, and Text 1-4 display for a data service information. (Note : Closed Captions will appear only when they are provided by the broadcaster.) Caption1 (CC1) CC1 is the primary caption service that synchronizes the captioning language with the sound, used by most broadcasters.

  • Page 98: Advanced

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-17. Advanced Advanced Setup Allows you to configure special settings such as the background matte color for wide aspect ratio programming, the channel banner time-out period and the contrast range of DVI output. To set advanced Setup Menu: 1.

  • Page 99: Running Ez Demo

    8-18. Running EZ Demo Shows you how to navigate through the on-screen menus of the DIRECTV To run EZ Demo: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ ” on the remote control. 3.

  • Page 100: Setting Locks

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Setting Locks Lock System Allows you to set up specific channels, ratings and spending limits through blocking schemes. Also allows you to activate or disable all of the lock schemes previously set up. A password is required to gain access to this menu if the lock system is activated. You can change the password by inputting a new password twice.
  • Page 101 8-19. Setting Locks Block Channel Blocks any channels that you do not want to view or that you do not want your kids to watch. If you tune in a blocked channel, a black screen with a pop-up screen will appear. You will have to enter the correct password to view the channel.
  • Page 102 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Setting Locks Movie Rating Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limit, as defined by the Motion Picture Association of America, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level.
  • Page 103 8-19. Setting Locks TV Rating for Children’s Programs Keeps children from watching certain children’s TV programs according to the ratings limit as defined by the TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board. This rating applies only to TV programs for children. Unless you block TV programs intended for mature audiences in the TV Rating – General menu, your children may view those programs.
  • Page 104 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Setting Locks TV Rating for General Programs Blocks TV programs that you and your family do not wish to watch, based on the rating scheme defined by the TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board. To block TV programs: 1.
  • Page 105 8-19. Setting Locks Spending Limit Sets a spending limit for individual Pay Per View (PPV) programs. After a spending limit is set and the system is locked, you must enter the password to purchase a PPV program that costs more than your spending limit allows. The system will temporarily unlock the limit you previ- ously set.

  • Page 106: Getting The System Information

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-20. Getting the System Information General Info Shows you general information about your DIRECTV To view General information in the HD receiver: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ 3.
  • Page 107 8-20. Getting the System Information Feature List When in Satellite mode, allows you to see which major features are available for your DIRECTV Receiver. To view Feature list in the HD receiver: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
  • Page 108 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-20. Getting the System Information Tuner List When in Satellite mode, shows you what kind of tuners are built in your DIRECTV Receiver. To upgrade the software in the HD receiver: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
  • Page 109 8-20. Getting the System Information System Upgrade When in Satellite mode, shows you the current software version. If there is a software upgrade planned, you will be notified by a pop-up box on your TV screen and the pop-up box will ask you if you want to upgrade your system.
  • Page 110 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-20. Getting the System Information Basic Test When in Satellite mode, diagnoses essential system components of your DIRECTV Receiver. Once the Basic System Test is done, your HD receiver’s status will be displayed. If any problems are detected, a short message will be displayed. To test basic items in the HD Receiver: 1.

  • Page 111: Testing The System

    8-21. Testing the System Satellite Dish Antenna (Outdoor Unit) Test When in Satellite mode, diagnoses the Satellite Dish Antenna (LNB and Satellite Antenna) connected to the HD receiver. Once the Satellite Dish Antenna (Outdoor Unit) Test is done, Satellite signal status will be displayed. If any problems are detected, a short message will be displayed.
  • Page 112 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-21. Testing the System Transponder Test When in Satellite mode, diagnoses all transponder signals of each Satellite. Once the Transponder Test is done, all transponder signal status of the selected Satellite will be dis- played. To test the Transponder: 1.
  • Page 113 8-21. Testing the System Current Signal Test Shows the signal strength of the current digital channel or satellite channel. The signal strength may be improved by adjusting the over-the-air antenna or satellite dish antenna as directed by the antenna installation instructions. To see the signal strength : 1.

  • Page 114: Testing The System

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-21. Testing the System ATSC Signal Test Checks the signal strength of of each off-air digital channel for a selected physical channel broadcast range*. This may be helpful to determine the best balance and antenna positioning for receiving broadcasts from different areas. To see the ATSC signal strength : 1.

  • Page 115: Replace Card

    8-22. Replace Card If you are a DIRECTV customer, DIRECTV may issue you a replacement access card periodically when in Satellite mode. This menu enables you to transfer information, such as the record of your purchas- es, from the old card onto a new one. The access card fits into the slot on the front panel of the DIRECTV ®...

  • Page 116: Vcr Control Setup

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-23. VCR Control Setup Allows you to set up the DIRECTV when used with the Record feature (see section 8-5). To set up the VCR Control: 1. Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 117: Remote Control Setup

    You can also choose to assign one of eight remote ID’s for IR Control or one of eight remote ID’s for RF Control. This can be useful if you have more than one satellite receiver in your home or if local RF sig- nals cause interference to your RF Remote control.

  • Page 118: Ez Help

    9. EZ HELP 9-1. EZ Help The EZ Help feature is designed to let you understand each function of the Menu and Advanced Program Guide™ in an easy and convenient way. When you navigate through the Menu and the Advanced Program Guide, press and hold the “HELP (?)” button on your remote control if you want information about the highlighted item.
  • Page 119 9-1. EZ Help The EZ Help is an on-screen version of this Operating Guide. You can review many features of the DIRECTV ® HD Receiver by navigating through a simple structure. It contains a brief overview of the DIRECTV HD Receiver, the use and programming of the remote control, a func- tional explanation of the front and back panel, and an instructive note about the Menu and the Advanced Program Guide™.

  • Page 120: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Specifications For Model No. LSS-3200A DIRECTV Television System Channel Coverage Digital TV CATV DIRECTV Inputs/Outputs ATSC/NTSC RF Inputs RF Output DIRECTV RF Input DVI-HDTV Output RGB Output Component Video Output S-Video Output Video Output Digital Audio Analog Audio...

  • Page 121: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING LG and DIRECTV are dedicated to providing you with quality support and customer service. If you have questions or diffi- culties that you cannot resolve using the tips in this troubleshooting section, consult your dealer or call DIRECTV at...
  • Page 122 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS The Program Guide shows channels I don’t receive. Cannot receive high-definition channels. Normal picture but no sound. Picture is distorted. Video image does not fill the TV screen. Available channels are missing. A previously available channel is no longer available.
  • Page 123 SYMPTOMS Aspect Ratio setting is re-set after the channel is changed. The remote control is not responding. The timer does not work. You forget your password. If a white bar is shown at the top position on the display device Audio volume is too low.
  • Page 124 TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOMS Closed captions are not displayed. Two sets of overlapping captions appear. Closed captions are not shown using my custom styles. Cannot receive audio with 5.1 chan- nels. Incorrect operation when controlling the HD Receiver from another device, such as a DVR. Programming which appears to exceed my Lock settings is not blocked.

  • Page 125: Warranty

    This LG Electronics product, will be repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S.

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