LG DV580H Owner’s Manual

P/NO : MFL63266709

MODEL

DV580H

Please read this manual carefully before operating

your set and retain it for future reference.

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OWNER'S MANUAL

DVD Player

ENGLISH

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 flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle

is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous

voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert

the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) 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 confined 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

built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is

provided or the manufacturer's instruction has been adhered to.

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

specified 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: The apparatus shall not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing)

and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the

apparatus.

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 specification 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 fire. 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.

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 batter-

ies 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, fire or the

like.

Safety Precaution

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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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 power-supply

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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About the Symbol Display

“ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the

function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that disc.

Regional Codes

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play

only DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.

• Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible

on the cover. This number must match your unit’s regional code or the disc

cannot play.

• If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from your player, the

message “Check Regional Code” appears on the TV screen.

Copyrights

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in

public, or rent copyrighted material without permission. This product features

the copy protection function developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals

are recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the pictures of these

discs picture noise will appear. 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

Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only

unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disas-

sembly is prohibited.

CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION

TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND

MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE. IN CASE OF

525 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS, IT IS RECOMMENDED

THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE ‘STANDARD

DEFINITION’ OUTPUT. IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV

SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL 525p UNIT, PLEASE CONTACT

OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER.

DVD-VIDEO: Discs such as movies that can be

purchased or rented.

DVD-R: Video mode and finalized only

DVD-RW: VR mode, Video mode and finalized only

DVD+R: Video mode only

DVD+RW: Video mode only

Audio CD: Music CDs or CD-R/CD-RW in music CD

format that can be purchased.

This unit plays DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW that contains audio titles, DivX, MP3,

WMA and/or JPEG files. Some DVD±RW/DVD±R or CD-RW/CD-R cannot be

played on this unit due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc,

or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring software.

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Types of Playable Discs

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Safety Precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Types of Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Hooking up the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Main Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Adjust the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10

Displaying Disc Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Playing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12

Playing a DivX movie file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

Listening to Music Disc or files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Viewing photo files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Table of Contents

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the

double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.

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Hooking up the unit

Audio and Video Connection

The unit Audio/Video jacks are color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio

and white for left audio). If your TV has only one input for audio (mono),

connect it to the left (white) audio jack on the unit.

Hooking up the unit - more you can do

Component Video Connections

Connect the COMPONENT/PROGRESSIVE SCAN OUTPUT jacks on the

unit to the corresponding input jacks on your TV using a YP

BPR cable.

• You will still need to connect the left and right audio cables to the TV, or

digital audio cable to your stereo.

Resolution Setting

• You can change the resolution for component video output. Press

RESOLUTION repeatedly to select the desired resolution - 480i, 480p,

720p, 1080i, 1080p.

• For 720p, 1080p and 1080i resolution on the component video output,

only non-copy protected discs can be played back. If the disc is copy

protected,it will be displayed at the 480p resolution.

• Depending on your TV, some of the resolution settings may result in the

picture disappearing or an abnormal picture appearing. In this case, press

RESOLUTION repeatedly until the picture re-appears.

Digital Audio Output Connection

Connect one of the unit’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

jacks to the corresponding jack on your amplifier.

• If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of

your amplifier, the amplifier will produce a strong, distorted sound or no

sound at all.

• To see the audio format of the current disc in the on-screen display, press

AUDIO.

• This unit does not perform internal (2 channel) decoding of a DTS sound

track. To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this unit to

a DTS compatible amplifier via one of this unit’s digital audio outputs.

Connect the AC

power cord into the

power outlet.

Rear of DVD player

Rear of TV

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Hooking up the unit

HDMI Connection

Connect the HDMI OUTPUT jack on the unit to the HDMI input jack on an

HDMI compatible TV using an HDMI cable (Version 1.2).

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Resolution Setting

You can change the resolution for HDMI output. Press RESOLUTION

repeatedly to select the desired resolution - 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p.

The resolution may not be selected depending on the connection or TV.

Note for 1080p resolution

The unit is able to provide a 1080p full HD image to most 1080p-capable TVs in

the market today. However, there are some 1080p TVs available from certain

companies that are limited in the types of 1080p images that can be accepted.

Specifically, 1080p-capable TVs that don’t accept images in 60Hz can’t display

an image from this unit.

About HDMI

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a

single digital connection for use with DVD Players, Set-Top Boxes, and other AV

devices. HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of HDCP (High-band-

width Digital Content Protection). HDCP is used to protect digital content

transmitted and received.

HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced or high-definition video

plus standard to multi-channel surround-sound audio, HDMI features include

uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to 5 gigabytes per second, one

connector (instead of several cables and connectors), and communication

between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.

Notes on HDMI connection

• If your TV is not capable of handling 96 kHz sampling frequency, set the

[Sampling Freq.] option to [48 kHz] on the setup menu. (See page 9)

• If your TV is not equipped with Dolby Digital and MPEG decoder, set the

[Dolby Digital] and [MPEG] options to [PCM] on the setup menu.

(See page 9)

• Depending on your TV, some of the resolution settings may result in the

picture disappearing or an abnormal picture appearing. In this case, press

RESOLUTION repeatedly until the picture re-appears.

• Changing the resolution when the unit is connected with HDMI connector

may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the unit and then

turn it on again.

• When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device, make sure of the

following:

- Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this unit. Next, switch on the

HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this

unit.

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

- The connected device is compatible with 720X480i, 720X480p,

1280X720p, 1920X1080i or 1920X1080p video input.

- The 1080p, 720p and 480p resolutions are the progressive scan

applied resolution.

• Not all HDCP-compatible DVI devices will work with this unit.

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

Rear of DVD player

Rear of TV

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