Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty
Model Number | XBV442 | DVD Player + Video Cassette Recorder
© Copyright 2004, LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
Safety Precautions
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 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 REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical.
CAUTION:
This DVD+VCR employs a Laser System.
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.
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 should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15
This product 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 when the product is operated in a residential installation. This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the product and receiver.
Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:
Marketed and Distributed by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
Phone: 1-201-816-2000.
NOTES ON COPYRIGHTS:
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material without permission.
This product uses copyright protection developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the pictures of these discs on a VCR, picture noise will appear.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number is found on the back of this unit. This number is unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase.
Model No. _____________XBV442_____________
Serial No. _________________________________
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing.
This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
1.Read these instructions. - All these safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2.Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference.
3.Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4.Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5.Do not use this product near water. – For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other areas located near water.
6.Clean only with dry cloth. – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners.
7.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 overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
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 product.
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 apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/product combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.Unplug this product during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the product 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 product, the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
INTRODUCTION
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 3 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 About Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Selecting the Viewing Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Display Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Connections Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Preparation
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Connecting Antenna/Cable TV to DVD+VCR . . . 11
Basic TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Optional, Preferred TV Connections . . . . . . . 12-13
VCR Operation Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16
On-Screen Display (OSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
On-Screen Menus Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
VCR Setup Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DVD Operation Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-20
General Explanation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
On-Screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Initial Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20
General Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Progressive Scan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Parental Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Operation
VCR Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-26
Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Special Effect Playbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 21 Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 CM SKIP (Commercial Skip) . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Dubbing and Editing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Copying from DVD to VCR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System/MTS Broadcast . . . . . 25 Tape Counter Memory Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
DVD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29
Playing DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 General Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29
Selecting other TITLEs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Selecting other CHAPTERs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback . 28 Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Random. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Repeat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Time Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Marker Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Changing Video Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Special DVD Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Checking the contents of DVD Video discs: . . .
Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Title Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Disc Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Camera Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Changing the Audio Language . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Audio CD and MP3/WMA Disc Operation . . . . 30-31
Playing Audio CDs and MP3/WMA Discs . . . . . . 30 MP3/WMA Recording Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Selecting other Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Repeat Track/ All/ Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Random . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Repeat A-B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 3D Surround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Changing the Audio Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
JPEG File Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Viewing JPEG Files on a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Selecting other JPEG Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Still Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 To flip the picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 To rotate picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Notes on JPEG Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Programmed Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Programmed Playback with Audio CDs and MP3/WMA Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Repeat Programmed Tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Erasing a Track from the Program List . . . . . 33 Erasing the Complete Program List . . . . . . . 33
Reference
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote . . 34 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-36 Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Country Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
About the symbols for instructions
Indicates hazards likely to cause harm to the unit itself or other material damage.
Indicates special operating features on this unit. 
Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.
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