LG BD690 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Network 3D Blu-ray Disc™ Player

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.

BD690

P/NO : SAC35095316

www.lg.com

Safety Information

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO

USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING

TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This lightning ash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous

enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a conned space such as a book case or similar unit.

CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over heating. The openings shall be never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product shall not be placed in a builtin installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instruction has been adhered to.

voltage within the product’s

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Shall the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CAUTION concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specication page of this owner’s manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or re. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized service center. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.

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This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator.

Safety way to remove the battery or the battery from the equipment: Remove the

old battery or battery pack, follow the steps

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in reverse order than the assembly. To prevent contamination of the environment and bring on possible threat to human and animal health, the old battery or the battery put it in the appropriate container at designated collection points. Do not dispose of batteries or battery together with other waste. It is recommended that you use local, free reimbursement systems batteries and accumulators. The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.

CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

yIncrease the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

yConnect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.

yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

CAUTION: Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement : This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. End users must follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements : This device is restricted to indoor

use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems.

CAUTION: Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.

Responsible Party : LG Electronics USA, Inc.1000 Sylvan Avenue Englewood Clis, NJ 07632

TEL. : +1-800-243-0000

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Notes on Copyrights

yBecause AACS (Advanced Access Content

System) is approved as content protection system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, certain restrictions are imposed on playback, analog signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents. The operation of this product and restrictions on this product may vary depending on your time of purchase as those restrictions may be adopted and/or changed by AACS after the production of this product.

yFurthermore, BD-ROM Mark and BD+ are

additionally used as content protection systems for Blu-ray Disc format, which imposes certain restrictions including playback restrictions for BD-ROM Mark and/or BD+ protected contents. To obtain additional information on AACS, BDROM Mark, BD+, or this product, please contact an authorized Customer Service Center.

yMany BD-ROM/DVD discs are encoded with

copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your player directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected discs.

yThis product incorporates copyright protection

technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

yUnder the U.S. Copyright laws and Copyright

laws of other countries, unauthorized recording, use, display, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, BD-ROM discs, DVDs, CDs and other materials may subject you to civil and/ or criminal liability.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied 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 tipover.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as powersupply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

3 Safety Information 8 Introduction 8 – Playable Discs and symbols used in

this manual

9 – About the “7” Symbol Display 10 – File requirement 11 – AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High

Deﬁnition) 11 – About DLNA 12 – Certain System Requirements 12 – LG Remote 12 – WOL (Wake On LAN) 12 – Regional Code 12 – Compatibility Notes 13 Remote control 14 Front panel 14 Rear panel

2 Connecting

15 Connecting to Your TV 15 – HDMI Connection 16 – What is SIMPLINK? 16 – Component Video Connection 17 – Video/Audio (Left/Right) Connection 17 – Resolution Setting 18 Connecting to an Ampliﬁer 18 – Connecting to an Ampliﬁer via HDMI

Output 19 – Connecting to an Ampliﬁer via Digital

Audio Output 19 – Connecting to an Ampliﬁer via 2

Channel Audio Output 20 Connecting to your Home Network 20 – Wired network connection 21 – Wired Network Setup 22 – Wireless Network Connection 22 – Wireless Network Setup 25 USB device connection 25 – Playback content in the USB device

3 System Setting

26 Settings 26 – Adjust the Setup Settings 26 – [DISPLAY] Menu 28 – [LANGUAGE] Menu 28 – [AUDIO] Menu 30 – [LOCK] Menu 31 – [NETWORK] Menu 32 – [OTHERS] Menu

4 Operating

34 General Playback 34 – Using [HOME] menu 34 – Playing a Disc 34 – Playing a ﬁle on the hard disk drive/

disc/USB device 35 – Playing Blu-ray 3D disc 35 – Enjoying BD-Live™ 36 – Playing a ﬁle on a network server 37 – Wi-Fi Direct™ Connection 39 – Basic operations for video and audio

content 39 – Basic operations for photo content 39 – Using the disc menu 40 – Searching content in the hard disk

drive by entering ﬁle name 40 – Resume playback 41 Advanced Playback 41 – Repeat Playback 41 – Repeating a speciﬁc portion 41 – Enlarge the playback image 42 – Marker Search 42 – Using the search menu 43 – Changing content list view 43 – Viewing content information 43 – Selecting a subtitle ﬁle 44 – Last Scene Memory 44 – Applying your photo to the Wallpaper 44 – Options while viewing a photo 45 – Listening to music while slide show 45 – Using the Music Library 47 – Using the Photo Library 47 On-Screen display 47 – Displaying content information on-

screen

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48 – Playing from selected time 48 – Hearing a different audio 49 – Selecting a subtitle language 49 – Watching from a different angle 49 – Changing the TV Aspect Ratio 49 – Changing the Picture Mode 50 – Changing subtitle code page 50 Copying 50 – Copying ﬁle(s)/folder(s) to the internal

hard disk drive

51 – Copying ﬁle(s)/folder(s) from the

internal hard disk drive to a USB

storage device 52 – Deleting ﬁle(s)/folder(s) 53 – Moving ﬁle/folder 53 – Naming a ﬁle/folder 54 – Audio CD Archiving 56 Viewing information from Gracenote

Media Database 57 Using the Premium 57 Using the LG Apps 58 – Signing in 58 – Managing my Apps

5 Troubleshooting

59 Troubleshooting 59 – General 60 – Network 61 – Picture 61 – Customer Support 61 – Open source software notice

6 Appendix

62 Controlling a TV with the Supplied

Remote Control

62 – Setting up the remote to control your

TV 63 Network Software Update 63 – Network update notiﬁcation 63 – Software Update 64 About Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials 64 – Installing Nero MediaHome 4

Essentials 65 – Sharing ﬁles and folders 66 Area Code List 67 Language code List 68 Trademarks and Licenses 70 Audio Output Speciﬁcations 72 Video Output Resolution 73 Speciﬁcations 74 Maintenance 74 – Handling the Unit 74 – Notes on Discs 75 – About the internal hard disk drive 75 Important Information Relating to

Network Services

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Introduction

Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual

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Media/Term Logo Symbol Description

yDiscs such as movies that can be purchased or

rented.

y“Blu-ray 3D” discs and “Blu-ray 3D ONLY” discs.

yBD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format.

yBD-R/RE discs that contain Video, Audio or

Photo les.

yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format

yDiscs such as movies that can be purchased or

rented.

yVideo mode and nalized only

ySupports the dual layer disc also

Finalized AVCHD format

yDVD±R/RW discs that contain Video, Audio or

Photo les.

yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format

Blu-ray

DVD-ROM

DVD-R

DVD-RW

DVD+R

DVD+RW

(8 cm, 12 cm)

y u i

DVD-RW (VR)

(8 cm, 12 cm)

Audio CD

(8 cm, 12 cm)

CD-R/RW

(8 cm, 12 cm)

HDD

Note –

Caution –

y u

VR mode and nalized only

Audio CD

yCD-R/RW discs that contain Video, Audio or

Photo les.

yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format

i y

–

Video, Audio or Photo les that contained in the internal hard disk drive.

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.

Note

yDepending on the conditions of the

recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs cannot be played on the unit.

yDepending on the recording software & the

nalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE) may not be playable.

yBD-R/RE, DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW discs

recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the player’s lens.

yIf you record a disc using a personal

computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

yThis player requires discs and recordings to

meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality.

yPre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to

these standards. There are many dierent types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA les) and these require certain pre-existing conditions to ensure compatible playback.

yCustomers should note that permission

is required in order to download MP3 / WMA les and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner.

yYou have to set the disc format option

to [Mastered] in order to make the discs compatible with the LG players when formatting rewritable discs. When setting the option to Live System, you cannot use it on LG player. (Mastered/Live File System : Disc format system for windows Vista)

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About the “7” Symbol Display

“7” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specic media.

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File requirement

Video ﬁles

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File

Location

Disc, USB, HDD

DLNA, PC

Audio ﬁles

File

Extension

“.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf”, “.wmv”, “.m4v” (DRM free)

“.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf”, “.wmv”,

Codec Format Audio Format Subtitle

DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, DIVX5.xx, DIVX6.xx (standard playback only), XVID, MPEG1 SS, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, MPEG2 PS, MPEG2 TS, VC-1 SM (WMV3)

Dolby Digital, DTS, MP3, WMA, AAC, AC3

SubRip (.srt / .txt), SAMI (.smi), SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.txt), MicroDVD (.sub/.txt), VobSub (.sub), SubViewer 1.0 (.sub), SubViewer 2.0 (.sub/.txt), TMPlayer (.txt), DVD Subtitle System (.txt)

SubRip (.srt / .txt), SAMI (.smi), SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.txt), MicroDVD (.sub/.txt), SubViewer

1.0 (.sub), SubViewer 2.0 (.sub/. txt), TMPlayer (.txt), DVD Subtitle System (.txt)

File

Location

Disc, USB,

HDD,

DLNA, PC

Photo ﬁles

File

Location

Disc, USB,

HDD,

DLNA, PC

File

Extension

“mp3”, “.wma”, “.wav”, “.m4a” (DRM free)

File

Extension

“.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”,

Sampling Frequency Bitrate Note

within 32 - 48 kHz (WMA), within 16 - 48 kHz (MP3)

Recommended

Size

Less than 4,000 x 3,000 x 24 bit/pixel Less than 3,000 x 3,000 x 32 bit/pixel

within 20 - 320 kbps (WMA), within 32 - 320 kbps (MP3)

Progressive and lossless compression photo image les are not supported.

Some wav les are not supported on this player.

Note

yThe le name is limited to 180 characters.

yMaximum les/Folder: Less than 2000 (total

number of les and folders)

yDepending on the size and number of the

les, it may take several minutes to read the contents on the media.

yFile compatibility may dier depending on

the server.

yBecause the compatibility on DLNA server

are tested on the bundle DLNA server (Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials) environment, le requirements and playback functions may dier depending on media servers.

yThe le requirements on page 10 are not

always compatible. There may have some restrictions by le features and media server’s ability.

yPlaying a movie subtitle les are only

available on share folder of a PC or DLNA media server created by supplied Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials software on this player package.

yThe les from removable media such as USB

drive, DVD-drive etc. on your media server may not be shared properly.

yThis unit cannot support the ID3 Tag

embedded MP3 le.

yThe total playback time of audio le

indicated on the screen may not correct for VBR les.

yHD video les contained on the CD or USB

1.0/1.1 may not played properly. Blu-ray Disc, DVD or USB 2.0 are recommended to play back HD video les.

yThis player supports H.264/MPEG-4 AVC

prole Main, High at Level 4.1. For a le with higher level, the warning message will appear on the screen.

yThis player does not support les that are

recorded with GMC

*1 GMC – Global Motion Compensation

*2 Qpel – Quarter pixel

or Qpel

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AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Deﬁnition)

yThis player can playback AVCHD format discs.

These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders.

yThe AVCHD format is a high denition digital

video camera format.

yThe MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of

compressing images at higher eciency than that of the conventional image compressing format.

yThis player can playback AVCHD discs using

“x.v.Color” format.

ySome AVCHD format discs may not play

depending on the recording condition.

yAVCHD format discs need to be nalized.

y“x.v.Color” oers a wider color range than normal

DVD camcorder discs.

About DLNA

This Player is a DLNA Certied digital media player that can display and play movie, photo and music content from your DLNA-compatible digital media server (PC and Consumer Electronics).

The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross-industry organization of consumer electronics, computing industry and mobile device companies. Digital Living provides consumers with easy sharing of digital media through your home network.

The DLNA certication logo makes it easy to nd products that comply with the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines. This unit complies with DLNA Interoperability Guidelines v1.5.

When a PC running DLNA server software or other DLNA compatible device is connected to this player, some setting changes of software or other devices may be required. Please refer to the operating instructions for the software or device for more information.

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Certain System Requirements

For high denition video playback:

yHigh denition display that has COMPONENT or

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HDMI input jacks.

yBD-ROM disc with high denition content.

yHDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display

device is required for some content (as specied by disc authors).

For Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD multi-channel audio playback:

yAn amplier/receiver with a built-in (Dolby

Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS or DTS-HD) decoder.

yMain, center, surround speakers and subwoofer

as necessary for chosen format.

For playing les on your PC’s share folder via your home network, the PC requires below.

yWindows® XP (Service Pack 2 or higher),

Windows Vista® (no Service Pack required) Windows 7® (no Service Pack required)

y1.2 GHz Intel® Pentium® III or AMD

Sempron™ 2200+ processors

yNetwork environment: 100 Mb Ethernet, WLAN

yMore than 1 folder on your PC has to be shared.

Visit suppot link of your operating system for more information on le share settings.

LG Remote

You can control this player with your iPhone or Android phone via your home network. This player and your phone must be connected to your wireless network device such as access point. Visit “Apple iTunes” or “Google Apps Marketplace” for detailed information of “LG Remote”.

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.

Compatibility Notes

yBecause BD-ROM is a new format, certain disc,

digital connection and other compatibility issues are possible. If you experience compatibility problems, please contact an authorized Customer Service Center.

yThis unit allows you to enjoy functions such

as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc., with BD-ROM supporting BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Prole 1 version

1.1/ Final Standard Prole). Secondary video and audio can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-picture function. For the playback method, refer to the instructions in the disc.

yViewing high-denition content and up-

converting standard DVD content may require a HDMI-capable input or HDCP-capable DVI input on your display device.

ySome BD-ROM and DVD discs may restrict the

use of some operation commands or features.

yDolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD are

supported with maximum 7.1 channels if you use HDMI connection for the audio output of the unit.

yYou can use the internal hard disk drive or a USB

device to store some disc related information, including downloaded on-line content. The disc you are using will control how long this information is retained.

WOL (Wake On LAN)

Users can turn on this player using WOL embeded utility on your personal computer or smartphone via your home network. To use this feature, this player must be connected to the WOL available access point or router. Refer to the relevant manual of the utility or network devices for more detailed information.

Remote control

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Battery Installation

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with 4 and 5 matched correctly.

• • • • • • a • • • • • •

(POWER): Switches the player

ON or OFF.

(OPEN/CLOSE): Opens and

closes the disc tray.

0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu or inputs letters in the keypad menu.

CLEAR: Removes a mark on the search menu or a number when setting the password.

REPEAT (h): Repeats a desired section or sequence.

• • • • • • b • • • • •

c/v

backward or forward.

C/V

next or previous chapter / track / le.

Z z M

• • • • • • c • • • • •

HOME (n): Displays or exits the [Home Menu].

MUSIC ID: When connected to the network, can provide information about the current song while movie playback.

INFO/DISPLAY (m): Displays or exits On-Screen Display.

Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER (b): Acknowledges menu selection.

BACK (x): Exits the menu or resumes playback. The resume play function may not work depending on the BD-ROM disc.

(SCAN): Searches

(SKIP): Goes to the

(STOP): Stops playback.

(PLAY): Starts playback.

(PAUSE): Pauses playback.

TITLE/POP-UP: Displays the DVD

title menu or BD-ROM’s pop-up menu, if available.

DISC MENU: Accesses menu on a disc.

• • • • • • d • • • • •

Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons: Use to navigate BD-ROM menus. They are also used for [MOVIE], [PHOTO], [MUSIC], [Premium] and [LG Apps] menu.

MARKER: Marks any point during playback.

SEARCH: Displays or exits the search menu.

ZOOM: Displays or exits the [Zoom] menu.

TV Control Buttons: See page 62.

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Front panel

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a 1

Disc Tray

Display Window

c d T e I

Rear panel

(POWER) Button

(PLAY / PAUSE)

(STOP)

f Y/U

USB Port

(OPEN/CLOSE)

h R

Remote Sensor

(SKIP)

AC power cord

LAN port

HDMI OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)

VIDEO OUT

2CH AUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y PB PR)

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Connecting to Your TV

Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

yHDMI connection (page 15)

yComponent Video connection (page 16)

yVideo connection (page 17)

Note

yDepending on your TV and other

equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the player. Use only one of the connections described in this manual.

yPlease refer to the manuals of your TV,

Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

yDo not connect the player’s AUDIO OUT

jack to the phono in jack (record player) of your audio system.

yDo not connect your player via your VCR.

The image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

HDMI Connection

If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ Cable). Connect the HDMI jack on the player to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.

Rear of the unit

HDMI

cable

Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual).

Connecting

Additional Information for HDMI

yWhen you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible

device make sure of the following:

-Try switching o the HDMI/DVI device and this player. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this player.

-The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.

-The connected device is compatible with 720x480p, 1280x720p, 1920x1080i or 1920x1080p video input.

yNot all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices

will work with this player.

-The picture will not be displayed properly with non-HDCP device.

Connecting

Note

yIf a connected HDMI device does not accept

the audio output of the player, the HDMI device’s audio sound may be distorted or may not output.

yWhen you use HDMI connection, you can

change the resolution for the HDMI output. (Refer to “Resolution Setting” on page 17)

ySelect the type of video output from the

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HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting] option on the [Setup] menu (see page 27).

yChanging the resolution when the

connection has already been established may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn o the player and then turn it on again.

yWhen the HDMI connection with HDCP

is not veried, TV screen is changed to black screen. In this case, check the HDMI connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.

yIf there are noises or lines on the screen,

please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft.)).

What is SIMPLINK?

Component Video Connection

Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the player to the corresponding input jacks on the TV using component video cable. Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the player to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables.

Rear of the unit

Component

video cable

Audio

cable

Some functions of this unit are controlled by the TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TV’s with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.

Controllable functions by LG TV’s remote control; Play, Pause, Scan, Skip, Stop, Power O, etc.

Refer to the TV owner’s manual for the details of SIMPLINK function.

LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as shown above.

Note

Depending on the disc type or playing status, some SIMPLINK operation may dier from your purpose or not work.

Note

When you use COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connection, you can change the resolution for the output. (Refer to “Resolution setting” on page 17)

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Video/Audio (Left/Right) Connection

Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the video in jack on the TV using a video cable. Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the player to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables.

Rear of the unit

Video/Audio cable

Resolution Setting

The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu.

1. Press HOME (n).

2. Use ENTER (b). The [Setup] menu appears.

3. Use press D to move to the second level.

4. Use then press ENTER (b) to move to the third level.

5. Use press ENTER (b) to conrm your selection.

yIf your TV does not accept the resolution

ySince several factors aect the resolution of

to select the [Setup] and press

A/D

to select [DISPLAY] option then

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to select the [Resolution] option

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to select the desired resolution then

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Note

you have set on the player, you can set resolution to 480p as follows:

1. Press B to open the disc tray.

2 Press Z (STOP) for more than 5 seconds.

video output, see “Video Output Resolution” on page 72.

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Connecting to an Ampliﬁer

Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

yHDMI Audio connection (page 18)

yDigital Audio connection (page 19)

y2CH Analog Audio connection (page 19)

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Since many factors aect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specications” for details (page

70).

About Digital Multi-channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this, you need a multichannel Audio/Video Receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your player. Check the logos on the front of the Audio/ Video receiver and the manual. (PCM Stereo, PCM Multi-Ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS and/or DTS-HD)

Connecting to an Ampliﬁer via HDMI Output

Connect the player’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplier using a HDMI cable.

Rear of the unit

HDMI cable

Receiver/Amplier

HDMI cable

Connect the amplier’s HDMI output jack to HDMI input jack on your TV using a HDMI cable if your amplier has HDMI output jack.

You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on page 28)

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Connecting to an Ampliﬁer via Digital Audio Output

Connect the player’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to the corresponding in jack (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) on your amplier using an optional digital audio cable.

Rear of the unit

Coaxial cable

Optical cable

Connecting to an Ampliﬁer via 2 Channel Audio Output

Connect the Left and Right 2CH AUDIO OUT jacks on the player to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplier, receiver, or stereo system using audio cables.

Rear of the unit

Audio cable

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Receiver/Amplier

You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on page 28)

Receiver/Amplier

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Connecting to your Home Network

This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel or the internal wireless module. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as

software updates, BD-Live interactivity and on-line

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content services.

Wired network connection

Using a wired network provides the best performance, because the attached devices connect directly to the network and are not subject to radio frequency interference.

Please refer to the documentation for your network device for further instructions.

Connect the player’s LAN port to the corresponding port on your Modem or Router using a commercially available LAN or Ethernet cable.

Note

yWhen plugging or unplugging the LAN

cable, hold the plug portion of the cable. When unplugging, do not pull on the LAN cable but unplug while pressing down on the lock.

yDo not connect a modular phone cable to

the LAN port.

ySince there are various connection

congurations, please follow the specications of your telecommunication carrier or internet service provider.

yIf you want to access content from PCs

or DLNA servers, this player must be connected to the same local area network with them via a router.

Broadband service

Router

PC and/or DLNA certied server

Rear of the unit

Wired Network Setup

If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this player will automatically be allocated an IP address. After making the physical connection, a small number of home networks may require the player’s network setting to be adjusted. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow.

Preparation

Before setting the wired network, you need to connect the broadband internet to your home network.

1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the [Setup] menu then press ENTER (b).

2. The [Connection Setting] menu appear on the screen. Use press ENTER (b).

to select the [Wired] and

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Note

If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set the IP address manually, select [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using

and numerical buttons. If you make a

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mistake while entering a number, press CLEAR to clear the highlighted part.

4. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings.

5. The player will ask you to test the network connection. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to complete the network connection.

6. If you select [Test] and press ENTER (b) at step 5 above, the network connection status is displayed on the screen. You can also test it on the [Connection Status] in the [Setup] menu.

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3. Use

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between [Dynamic] and [Static].

Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically.

to select the IP mode

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Wireless Network Connection

Another connection option is to use an Access Point or a wireless router. The network conguration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.

This player is equipped with an IEEE 802.11n (Dualband 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz band) wireless module, which also supports the 802.11a/b/g standards. For the best wireless performance, we recommend

using a IEEE 802.11n certied Wi-Fi network (access

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point or wireless router).

Note

Available frequency range and channels for 5 GHz band are listed as below. But, there may have the dierences and restrictions depending on the country. Try setting your access point with other channel if you have diculties in wireless network connection.

Area Frequency Range

North

America

Europe 5.15-5.25 GHz (ch. 36-48)

Others 5.15-5.25 GHz (ch. 36-48),

5.15-5.25 GHz (ch. 36-48),

5.725-5.825 GHz (ch. 149-161),

5.825-5.850 GHz (ch.165)

5.725-5.825 GHz (ch. 149-161),

5.825- 5.850 GHz (ch.165)

Wireless

Communication

PC and/or

DLNA certied server

Access Point or Wireless Router

Broadband service

Refer to the setup instructions supplied with your access point or wireless router for detailed connection steps and network settings.

For best performance, a direct wired connection from this player to your home network’s router or cable/DSL modem is always the best option. If you do chose to use the wireless option, note that performance can sometimes be aected by other electronic devices in the home.

Wireless Network Setup

For the wireless network connection, the player needs to be set up for network communication. This adjustment can be done from the [Setup] menu. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow. Setting up the access point or the wireless router is required before connecting the player to the network.

Preparation

Before setting the wireless network, you need to:

-connect the broadband internet to the wireless home network.

-set the access point or wireless router.

-note the SSID and security code of the network.

1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the [Setup] menu then press ENTER (b).

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2. The [Connection Setting] menu appear on the screen. Use ENTER (b).

3. Select [Yes] and press ENTER (b) to continue. The new connection settings reset the current network settings.

4. The player scans the all available access points or wireless routers within range and display them as a list. Use point or wireless router on the list, and then press ENTER (b).

If you have security on your access point or wireless router, verify that the WEP or WPA key that was entered into the player matches the router’s information exactly. You need to input the security code as necessary.

Note

yWEP security mode generally have 4 keys

available on an access point or wireless router’s setting. If your access point or wireless router use WEP security, enter the security code of the key “No.1” to connect on your home network.

yAn Access Point is a device that allows you

to connect to your home network wirelessly.

yIf your access point or wireless router

supports the PIN Code conguration method based on WPS(Wi-Fi Protected Setup), press yellow (Y) colored button and note the code number on the screen. And then, enter the PIN number on a setting menu of your access point or wireless router to connect. Refer to the documentation for your network device.

to select [Wireless] and press

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to select an access

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[Manual] – Your access point may not be broadcasting its access point name (SSID). Check your router settings through your computer and either set your router to broadcast SSID, or manually enter the access point name (SSID) in [Manual].

[Push Button] – If your access point or wireless router that supports the Push Button Conguration method, select this option and press the Push Button on your access point or wireless router within 120 counts. You do not need to know the access point name (SSID) and security code of your access point or wireless router.

5. Use

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between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically.

Note

If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set the IP address manually, select [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using

and numerical buttons. If you make a

A/D

mistake while entering a number, press CLEAR to clear the highlighted part.

6. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings.

7. The player will ask you to test the network connection. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to complete the network connection.

8. If you select [Test] and press ENTER (b) at step 7 above, the network connection status is displayed on the screen. You can also test it on the [Connection Status] in the [Setup] menu.

to select the IP mode

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