LG BP300 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Network Blu-ray Disc™/DVD Player

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

BP300

P/NO : MFL68023302

www.lg.com

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Safety Information

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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.

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: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands

after handling.

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

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.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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.

NOTICE: For safety marking information including product identication and supply ratings, please refer to the main label on the bottom or rear of the apparatus.

CAUTION: Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device. Do not use a power supply from another device or another manufacturer. Using any other power cable or power supply may cause damage to the device and void your warranty.

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This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator.

Safe way to remove the battery or the battery from the equipment: Remove the old battery

or battery pack, follow the steps 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 should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, re or the like.

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.

Increase 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.

Consult 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.

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

Because AACS (Advanced Access Content

System) is approved as content protection

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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 content. 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.

Furthermore, 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 content. To obtain additional information on AACS, BD-ROM Mark, BD+, or this product, please contact an authorized Customer Service Center.

Many 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.

This 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.

Under 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.

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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 amplifiers) 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 fit 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 specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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

14. Refer all servicing to qualified 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

2 Safety Information 8 Introduction 8 – Playable discs and symbols used in

this manual

9 – About the “7” symbol display 9 – Regional code 9 – LG AV Remote 10 Remote Control 11 Front Panel 11 Rear Panel

2 Connecting

12 Connecting the AC Adapter 12 Connecting to your TV 13 – What is SIMPLINK? 14 – Resolution setting 15 Connecting to an Amplifier 15 – Connecting to an amplifier via HDMI

output 16 Connecting to your Home Network 16 – Wireless network connection 16 – Wireless network setup 19 USB Device Connection 19 – Playback content in the USB device

3 System Setting

20 Initial Setup 21 Settings 21 – Adjust the setup settings 21 – [DISPLAY] menu 23 – [LANGUAGE] menu 23 – [AUDIO] menu 25 – [LOCK] menu 26 – [NETWORK] menu 27 – [OTHERS] menu

4 Operating

28 General Playback 28 – Using [HOME] menu 28 – Playing a disc 28 – Playing a file on disc/USB device 29 – Enjoying BD-Live™ 29 – Basic operations for video and audio

content 30 – Basic operations for photo content 30 – Using the disc menu 30 – Resume playback 30 – Last scene memory 31 Advanced Playback 31 – Repeat playback 31 – Repeating a specific portion 31 – Viewing content information 32 – Changing content list view 32 – Selecting a subtitle file 32 – Changing the mode 33 – Options while viewing a photo 33 – Listening to music during slide show 34 On-Screen Display 34 – Displaying content information on-

screen 35 – Playing from selected time 35 – Selecting a subtitle language 35 – Hearing a different audio 35 – Watching from a different angle 36 – Changing the TV aspect ratio 36 – Changing subtitle code page 36 – Changing the picture mode 37 Audio CD Recording 38 Using Online Content Services 38 – VUDU 38 – Netflix

5 Troubleshooting

39 Troubleshooting 39 – General 40 – Network 41 – Picture 41 – Customer support 41 – Open source software notice

Table of Contents

6 Appendix

42 Controlling a TV with the Supplied

Remote Control

42 – Setting up the remote to control your

TV 43 Network Software Update 43 – Network update notification 43 – Software update 45 Additional Information 45 – File requirement 46 – AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High

Definition) 47 – Certain system requirements 47 – Compatibility notes 48 Audio Output Specifications 49 Area Code List 50 Language Code List 51 Trademarks and Licenses 53 Specifications 54 Maintenance 54 – Handling the unit 54 – Notes on discs 55 Important Information Relating to

Network Services

Some of contents in this manual may dier from your player depending on the software of the player or your service provider.

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Introduction

Playable discs and symbols used in this manual

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Media/Term Logo Symbol Description

Discs such as movies that can be purchased or

rented.

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

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

Photo les.

ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format

yDiscs such as movies that can be purchased or

rented.

Video mode and nalized only

ySupports the dual layer disc also

Finalized AVCHD format

DVD±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

CD-R/RW

Note –

Caution –

y u i

VR mode and nalized only

Audio CD

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

Photo les.

yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format

Indicates special notes and operating features.

Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.

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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)

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.

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”.

LG AV 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 Android Market (Google Play Store)” for detailed information of “LG AV Remote”.

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Remote Control

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Battery Installation

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

• • • • • •

(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.

TITLE/POP-UP: Displays the DVD title menu or BD-ROM’s pop-up menu, if available.

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

• • • • • •

c/v

backward or forward.

C/V

next or previous chapter / track / le.

(PAUSE): Pauses playback.

(PLAY): Starts playback.

(STOP): Stops playback.

• • • • • •

HOME (1): Displays or exits the [Home Menu].

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

Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER (b): Acknowledges menu selection.

BACK (1): Exits the menu or returns to the previous screen.

DISC MENU: Accesses menu on a disc.

• • • • • •

• • • • •

(SCAN): Searches

(SKIP): Goes to the

• • • • •

• • • • • •

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

TV Control Buttons: See page

42.

• • • • •

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Front Panel

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Disc Tray

Power Indicator

Remote Sensor

Rear Panel

DC IN 12V (AC adapter input)

(OPEN / CLOSE)

(POWER)

USB Port

HDMI OUT

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Connecting the AC Adapter

Connect the unit to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter.

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Contact an electrical parts distributor for

assistance in selecting a suitable AC plug adapter or AC cord set.

This AC adapter is manufactured by APD Group

Yang Ming Industrial.

Caution

Only use the AC adapter supplied with this device. Do not use a power supply from another device or manufacturer. Using any other power cable or power supply may cause damage to the device and void your warranty.

Rear of the unit

Plug into a

power source.

Connecting to your TV

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

Rear of the unit

(HDMI Cable not included)

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

Please refer to the manuals of your TV, Stereo system or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

HDMI cable

Note

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Additional information for HDMI

When you connect an 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.

Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices

will work with this player.

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

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 14)

ySelect the type of video output from the

HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting] option on the [Setup] menu (page 22).

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?

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.

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Resolution setting

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

Press HOME (1).

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Use

(b). The [Setup] menu appears.

Use

press ENTER (b) to move to the third level.

5. Use press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection.

to select the [Setup] and press ENTER

a/d

to select [DISPLAY] option then press

w/s

to move to the second level.

to select the [Resolution] option then

w/s

to select the desired resolution then

w/s

Note

yIf your TV does not accept the resolution

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.

yIf you select a resolution manually and then

connect the HDMI jack to TV and your TV does not accept it, the resolution setting is set to [Auto].

yIf you select a resolution that your TV

does not accept, the warning message will appear. After resolution change, if you cannot see the screen, please wait 20 seconds and the resolution will automatically revert back to the previous resolution.

yThe 1080p video output frame rate may

be automatically set to either 24 Hz or 60 Hz depending both on the capability and preference of the connected TV and based on the native video frame rate of the content on the BD-ROM disc.

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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

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

48).

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 an HDMI cable.

Rear of the unit

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HDMI cable

Receiver/Amplier

HDMI cable

Connect the amplier’s HDMI output jack to HDMI input jack on your TV using an 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 23)

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Connecting to your Home Network

This player can be connected to 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 online

content services.

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Wireless network connection

This connection 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.

Wireless

communication

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).

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.

Performance can sometimes be aected by other electronic devices in the home.

2. Read the preparations for the network settings and then press ENTER (b) while [Start] is highlighted.

3. Use network and press ENTER (b).

to select a desired SSID of wireless

w/s

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If you have security on your access point, you need to input the security code as necessary.

Note

yWEP security mode generally have 4 keys

available on an access point 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.

4. Use

w/s/a/d

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.

5. Select [Next] and press ENTER ( network settings.

Network connection status is displayed on the screen.

6. Select [Close] and press ENTER ( the network connection.

to select the IP mode

w/s/a/

) to apply

) to complete

Advanced Setting

If you want to set the network settings manually, use [Network Setting] menu and press ENTER (b).

Follow the instructions of each connection method on the screen.

to select [Advanced Setting] on the

w/s

[AP List] - Scans all available access points or wireless routers within range and display them as a list.

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

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

[PIN] – If your access point supports the PIN Code configuration method based on WPS(WiFi Protected Setup), select this option and note the code number on the screen. Then, enter the PIN number on a setting menu of your access point to connect. Refer to the documentation for your network device.

Note

To use PBC and PIN network connection, security mode of your access point must be set to OPEN or AES.

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