LG UBK80 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Ultra HD

Blu-ray Disc™

Player

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

MODEL

UBK80

www.lg.com

Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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	2		Getting Started
	Safety Information					Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
						CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings.
						instructions.
				CAUTION		Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
				RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK		for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
						the product and to protect it from over heating.
				DO NOT OPEN
		CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC				The openings shall be never be blocked by placing
						the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
		SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
						surface.This product shall not be placed in a built-
		NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
						in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
		SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
						proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
				This lightning flash with arrowhead		instruction has been adhered to.
				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		CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System.
				sufficient magnitude to constitute
						To ensure proper use of this product, please read
				a risk of electric shock to persons.
						this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future
				The exclamation point within an
						reference. Shall the unit require maintenance, contact
				equilateral triangle is intended
						an authorized service center.
				to alert the user to the presence
						Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of
				of important operating and
						procedures other than those specified herein may
				maintenance (servicing)
						result in hazardous radiation exposure.
				instructions in the literature
						To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try
				accompanying the product.
						to open the enclosure.
	WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK					CAUTION concerning the Power Cord
						The Power Plug is the disconnecting device.In case
	HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
	OR MOISTURE.					of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily
	WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a					accessible.
						Check the specification page of this owner’s manual
	confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
	NOTICE: For safety marking information including					to be certain of the current requirements. Do not
						overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose
	product identification and supply ratings, please refer
						or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed
	to the main label on the bottom or the other surface
						power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation
	of the product.
						are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result
	CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
						in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the
	water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled					cord of your device, and if its appearance indicates
	with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the					damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of
	apparatus.					the device, and have the cord replaced with an exact
	CAUTION: Do not use high voltage products around					replacement part by an authorized service center.
	this product. (ex. Electrical swatter)This product may					Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical
	malfunction due to electrical shock.					abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed
	CAUTION: No naked flame sources, such as lighted					in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to

	candles, should be placed on the apparatus.	plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits
		the device.

Getting Started	3

This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator.

How to Safely remove the batteries or the battery pack from the equipment: To Remove the old batteries or battery pack, follow the assembly steps in reverse order.To prevent contamination of the environment and bring on possible threat to human and/or animal health, the old batteries or the battery pack must be put in an appropriate container at designated collection points. Do not dispose

of batteries or battery pack together with other waste.It is recommended that you use local, free reimbursement systems batteries or battery packs, (may not be available in your area).The batteries or the battery pack should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

Notes on Copyrights

yy Because 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.

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

yy Many BD-ROM/DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your player directly to yourTV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected discs.

yy 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 Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

yy 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.

>>Caution

yy Watching a 3D content for a long period time may cause dizziness or tiredness.

yy It is not recommended to watch a movie in 3D mode for infirm, child and pregnant woman.

yy If you are experiencing headache, tiredness or dizziness while viewing content in 3D, it is strongly recommended to stop the playback and rest until you feel normal.

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4 Table of Contents

	Table of Contents			4	Operating
			25		Home Menu Display
			25		–  Using [HOME] menu
	1	Getting Started	25		Playing the Linked Devices
			25		–  Playing a disc
	2	SafetyInformation
			26		–  Playing Blu-ray 3D disc
	6	Introduction	26		–  Playing a file on Disc/USB device
	6	–  Playable Discs and symbols used in this	27		–  Playing a file on Android device
		manual	29		General Playback
	7	–  About the “7” Symbol Display	29		–  Basic operations for video and audio content
	7	–  Regional Code	29		–  Basic operations for photo content
	8	Remote Control	29		–  Using the disc menu
	9	Front Panel	30		–  Resume playback
	9	Rear Panel	30		–  Last Scene Memory
			31		On-Screen Display
	2	Connecting	31		–  To control video playback
			32		–  To control photo view
	10	Connecting to YourTV
			33		Advanced Playback
	11	–  About HDR (High Dynamic Range)	33		–  Repeat playback
	11	–  What is SIMPLINK?	33		–  Repeating a specific portion
	11	–  Resolution Setting	33		–  Playing from selected time
	12	Connecting to an Amplifier	34		–  Selecting a subtitle language
	12	–  Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output	34		–  Hearing a different audio
	13	–  Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio	34		–  Watching from a different angle
		Output	34		–  Changing theTV Aspect Ratio
	14	Connecting to your Home Network	35		–  Changing subtitle Code Page
	14	–  Wired Network Connection	35		–  Changing the Picture Mode
	14	–  Wired Network Setup	36		–  Viewing content information
			36		–  Changing content list view
	3	System Setting	36		–  Selecting a subtitle file
			37		–  Listening to music during slide show
	17	Initial Setup	37		–  Playing file encoded in 3D
	18	Settings	38		Advanced Features
	18	–  Adjust the Setup Settings	38		–  Enjoying BD-Live™
	18	–  [NETWORK] Menu
	19	–  [DISPLAY] Menu	5		Troubleshooting
	20	–  [LANGUAGE] Menu
	21	–  [AUDIO] Menu	39		Troubleshooting
	22	–  [LOCK] Menu	39		–  General
	23	–  [OTHERS] Menu	40		–  Network
			41		–  Picture
			41		–  Customer support
			41		–  Open source software notice

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6 Appendix

42Controlling aTV with the Supplied Remote Control

42–  Setting up the remote to control yourTV

43Network Software Update

43 –  Network update notification

43 –  Software update

45 AdditionalInformation

45 –  File requirement

47–  AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

48–  Certain system requirements

48–  Compatibility notes

49Audio Output Specifications

50Area Code List

51Language Code List

52Trademarks and Licenses

54Specifications

55Maintenance

55–  Handling the unit

55–  Notes on discs

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Some of the content in this manual may differ from your player depending on the software of the player.

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6 Getting Started

Introduction

Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual

	Media/Term	Logo		Symbol	Description
					yy Ultra HD BD-ROM format.
				e	yy Discs such as movies that can be purchased or
					rented.
					yy “Blu-ray 3D” discs and “Blu-ray 3D ONLY” discs.
	Blu-ray				yy BD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format.
				y	yy BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or
				u	Photo files.
				i	yy ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format
					yy Discs such as movies that can be purchased or
				r	rented.
	DVD-ROM				yy Movie mode and finalized only
	DVD-R				yy Supports the dual layer disc also
	DVD-RW			o	Finalized AVCHD format
	DVD+R
				y	yy DVD±R/RW discs that contain Movie, Music or
	DVD+RW
					Photo files.
	(8 cm, 12 cm)
				u	yy ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format
				i
	DVD-RW (VR)			r	VR mode and finalized only
	(8 cm, 12 cm)
	Audio CD			t	Audio CD
	(8 cm, 12 cm)
				y	yy CD-R/RW discs that contain Movie, Music or
	CD-R/RW			u	Photo files.
	(8 cm, 12 cm)				yy ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format
				i
	Note	–		,	Indicates special notes and operating features.
	Caution	–		>	Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages
					from abuse.

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	,,			About the “7” Symbol Display
		Note	the conditions of the recording
	yy Depending on			“7” may appear on yourTV display during operation
		equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW)
				and indicates that the function explained in this
		disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW)
				owner’s manual is not available on that specific
		discs cannot be played on the unit.
				media.
	yy Depending on the recording software & the
		finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW,		Regional Code
		DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE) may not be playable.
	yy BD-R/RE, DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW discs			This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of
		recorded using a personal computer or a		the unit.This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs
		DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the		labelled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.
		disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or
		condensation on the player’s lens.
	yy If 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.)
	yy This player requires discs and recordings to
		meet certain technical standards in order to
		achieve optimal playback quality.
	yy Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to
		these standards.There are many different
		types of recordable disc formats (including
		CD-R containing MP3 files) and these require
		certain pre-existing conditions to ensure
		compatible playback.
	yy Customers should note that permission is
		required in order to download MP3 files and
		music from theInternet. Our company has
		no right to grant such permission. Permission
		should always be sought from the copyright
		owner.
	yy You 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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8 Getting Started

Remote Control

Battery Installation

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

• • • • • • • • A• • • • • •

1(POWER) : Switches the player ON or OFF.

B(OPEN/CLOSE) : Opens and closes the disc tray.

0-9 numerical buttons : Selects numbered options in a menu.

CAPTION : Turns on or off closed caption function.

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

• • • • • • • • B• • • • •

c/v(SCAN) : Searches backward or forward.

C/V(SKIP) : Goes to the next or previous chapter / track / file.

M(PAUSE) : Pauses playback. z(PLAY) : Starts playback. Z(STOP) : Stops playback.

• • • • • • • • C• • • • •

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

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

Direction buttons (w/s/a/d) :

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.

• • • • • • • • • D•

Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons : Use to navigate BD-ROM menus.They are also used as shortcut buttons for specific menus.

TV Control Buttons : See page

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Front Panel

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a	b	c d
A Disc Tray	C Power Indicator
B R(Open/Close)	D USB Port
DiscTray Open / Close	Connect a USB device.
T(Play/Pause)
Starts / Pauses playback
I(Stop)
Stops playback
1(Standby)
Power On / Off

Rear Panel

		a b						c
A LAN port											C OPTICAL AUDIO OUT
Connect toInternet.											Connect to digital audio device.
B HDMI OUT TO TV

Connect toTV.

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10 Connecting

Connecting to Your TV

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

Rear of the unit

HDMI cable

TV

Set theTV’s source to HDMI (Refer toTV’s Owner’s manual).

,,Note

Please refer to the manuals of yourTV, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

Additional Information for HDMI

yy When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following:

-- Try switching off 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 720 x 576p (or 480p), 1280 x 720p,

1920 x 1080i, 1920 x 1080p, 3840 x 2160P video input

yy 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

yy If 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.

yy When you use HDMI connection, you can change the resolution for the HDMI output. (Refer to “Resolution Setting” on page 11)

yy Select the type of video output from the HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting] option on the [Settings] menu (see page

20).

yy Changing the resolution when the connection has already been established may result in malfunctions.To solve the problem, turn off the player and then turn it on again.

yy When the HDMI connection with HDCP is not verified,TV screen is changed to black screen. In this case, check the HDMI connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.

yy If there are noises or lines on the screen, please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 4.5 m, 14.76 feet).

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About HDR (High Dynamic Range)

This player supports the HDR function. High Dynamic Range is a technique used in imaging to reproduce a greater dynamic range of luminosity than is possible with conventional imaging devices.

yy Make sure yourTV supports the HDR function.

yy Connect an HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ Cable) between the player’s HDMI output andTV’s HDMI input.

yy Activate the HDR related function on yourTV’s menu. For further information, refer to theTV’s user manual.

What is SIMPLINK?

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

Controllable functions by LGTV’s remote control; Play, Pause, Scan, Skip, Stop, Power Off, etc.

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

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

,,Note

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

5.Use w/sto select the desired resolution then press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection.

,,Note

yy If yourTV does not accept the resolution you have set on the player, you can set resolution to 480p as follows:

1.Press Bto open the disc tray.

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

yy If you select a resolution manually and then connect the HDMI jack toTV and yourTV does not accept it, the resolution setting is set to [Auto].

yy If you select a resolution that yourTV 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.

yy The 1080p or 2160p video output frame rate may be automatically set to either 24 Hz or 60 Hz depending both on the capability and preference of the connectedTV and based on the native video frame rate of the content on the BD-ROM disc.

Resolution Setting

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

1.Press HOME ().

2.Use a/dto select the [Settings] and press ENTER (b).The [Settings] menu appears.

3.Use w/sto select [DISPLAY] option then press dto move to the second level.

4.Use w/sto select the [Resolution] option then press ENTER (b) to move to the third level.

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12 Connecting

Connecting to an

Amplifier

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

yy HDMI Audio connection (page 12) yy Digital Audio connection (page 13)

Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” for details (page

49).

About Digital Multi-Channel sound

A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this, you need a multi-channel 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, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DolbyTrueHD, DTS and/or DTS-

HD)

Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output

Connect the player’s HDMI OUT (HDMI OUTTOTV) jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a HDMI cable.

Rear of the unit

HDMI cable

Receiver/Amplifier

HDMI cable

TV

Connect the amplifier’s HDMI output jack to HDMI input jack on yourTV using a HDMI cable if your amplifier has HDMI output jack. (Refer to amplifier’s owner’s manual.)

You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on page 21)

,,Note

Depending on the supported resolution of the TV or Amplifier, the picture may not be output.

Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output

Connect the player’s OPTICAL AUDIO OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a optical digital audio cable.

Rear of the unit

Optical cable

Receiver/Amplifier

You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on page 21.)

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14 Connecting

Connecting to your

Home Network Broadband

service

This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel.

By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, and BD-Live interactivity.

Wired Network Connection	Router

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

yy When 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.

yy Do not connect a modular phone cable to the LAN port.

yy Since there are various connection configurations, please follow the specifications of your telecommunication carrier or internet service provider.

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 anIP 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.

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

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

Network will automatically be connected to the unit.

2.Select [Next] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings.

Network connection status is displayed on the screen.

3.Press ENTER (b) while [OK] is highlighted to finish the wired network settings.

Advanced Setting

If you want to set the network settings manually, use w/sto select [Advanced Setting] on the [Network Setting] menu and press ENTER (b).

1.Use w/s/a/dto select theIP mode between [Dynamic] and [Static].

Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate anIP address automatically.

,,Note

If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set theIP address manually, select [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using w/s/a/dand numerical buttons.

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	16 Connecting
	Notes on Network Connection			yy A DSL modem is required to use DSL service and
	yy	Many network connection problems during set		a cable modem is required to use cable modem
				service. Depending on the access method of and
		up can often be fixed by re-setting the router or
				subscriber agreement with yourISP, you may not
		modem. After connecting the player to the home
				be able to use the internet connection feature
		network, quickly power off and/or disconnect the
				contained in this player or you may be limited to
		power cable of the home network router or cable
				the number of devices you can connect at the
		modem.Then power on and/or connect the power
				same time. (If yourISP limits subscription to one
		cable again.
				device, this player may not be allowed to connect
	yy	Depending on the internet service provider (ISP),
				when a PC is already connected.)
		the number of devices that can receive internet
		service may be limited by the applicable terms of
		service. For details, contact yourISP.
	yy	Our company is not responsible for any
		malfunction of the player and/or the internet
		connection feature due to communication errors/
		malfunctions associated with your broadband
		internet connection, or other connected
		equipment.
	yy	The features of BD-ROM discs made available
		through theInternet Connection feature are not
		created or provided by our company, and our
		company is not responsible for their functionality
		or continued availability. Some disc related
		material available by theInternet Connection may
		not be compatible with this player.If you have
		questions about such content, please contact the
		producer of the disc.
	yy	Some internet contents may require a higher
		bandwidth connection.
	yy	Even if the player is properly connected and
		configured, some internet contents may not
		operate properly because of internet congestion,
		the quality or bandwidth of your internet service,
		or problems at the provider of the content.
	yy	Some internet connection operations may not
		be possible due to certain restrictions set by the
		Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your
		broadbandInternet connection.
	yy	Any fees charged by anISP including, without
		limitation, connection charges are your
		responsibility.
	yy	A 10 Base-T or 100 Base-TX LAN port is required
		for wired connection to this player.If your internet
		service does not allow for such a connection, you
		will not be able to connect the player.
	yy	You must use a Router to use xDSL service.

		System Setting 17
Initial Setup	4.	Select [Next] and press ENTER (b).
	5.	Check all the settings that you have set in the

When you turn on the unit for the first time, the	previous steps.
initial setup wizard appears on the screen. Set the
display language and network settings on the initial
setup wizard.

1.Press 1(POWER).

The initial setup wizard appears on the screen.

2.Use w/s/a/dto select a display language

and press ENTER (b).	Press ENTER (b) while [Finish] is highlighted
	to finish the initial setup settings.If there is any
	settings to be changed, use w/s/a/dto
	select 1and press ENTER (b).

3.After checking theTerms of Service, select [Agree] to use the SW Updates.

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

If a wired network is connected, the network connection setting will automatically be finished.

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