OWNER’S MANUAL Streaming Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. BP350 P/NO : MFL68887324_1.0 www.lg.
Getting Started Safety Information 1 CAUTION Getting Started 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.
Getting Started 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. Safety 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.
Getting Started Notes on Copyrights 1 Getting Started 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.
Getting Started IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read 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.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 4 Operating 2 8 8 9 9 9 10 11 11 Safety Information Introduction – Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual – About the “7” Symbol Display – Regional Code – LG AV Remote Remote Control Front Panel Rear Panel 28 28 28 28 29 30 31 31 31 31 2 Connecting 12 12 13 14 15 15 16 16 16 Connecting the AC Adapter Connecting to Your TV – What is SIMPLINK? – Resolution Setting Connecting to an Amplifier – Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output
Table of Contents 7 43 44 Using the Premium Enjoying with LG Multi-room Audio (LG Music Flow) 5 Troubleshooting 45 45 46 47 47 47 Troubleshooting – General – Network – Picture – Customer support – Open source software notice 2 6 Appendix 3 48 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control – Setting up the remote to control your TV Network Software Update – Network update notification – Software update Additional Information – File requirement – AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) –
Getting Started Introduction 1 Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual Getting Started Media/Term Logo Symbol e Blu-ray y u i r DVD-ROM Description yy Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. yy BD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format. yy BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. yy ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format yy Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented.
Getting Started ,,Note yy Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE) may not be playable. yy BD-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.
Getting Started Remote Control 1 Getting Started CAPTION • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • d • • • • • • 1 (POWER): Switches the player ON or OFF. Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons: Use to navigate BD-ROM menus. They are also used as shortcut buttons for specific menus. 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.
Getting Started 11 Front Panel 1 Getting Started a Disc Tray d R (OPEN / CLOSE) b Power Indicator e 1/! (POWER) c Remote Sensor f USB Port Rear Panel a b a DC IN 12V (AC adapter input) b HDMI OUT
Connecting Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the unit to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter. Rear of the unit Connecting to Your TV 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 2 Connecting HDMI cable Plug into a power source.
Connecting Additional Information for HDMI 13 What is SIMPLINK? 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. yy Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will work with this player.
Connecting 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/d to select the [Settings] and press ENTER (b). The [Settings] menu appears. 2 3. Use w/s to select [DISPLAY] option then press d to move to the second level. Connecting 4. Use w/s to select the [Resolution] option then press ENTER (b) to move to the third level. 5.
Connecting Connecting to an Amplifier Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” for details (page 54). 15 Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output Connect the player’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a HDMI cable. Rear of the unit About Digital Multi-channel sound 2 Connecting A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality.
Connecting Connecting to your Home Network 2 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. 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 [Settings] menu. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow.
Connecting 17 Advanced Setting If you want to set the network settings manually, use w/s to select [Advanced Setting] on the [Network Setting] menu and press ENTER (b). Follow the instructions of each connection method on the screen. ,,Note yy An Access Point is a device that allows you to connect to your home network wirelessly. 4. Use w/s/a/d to select the IP mode between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically.
Connecting Notes on Network Connection yy Many network connection problems during set up can often be fixed by re-setting the router or modem. After connecting the player to the home network, quickly power off and/ or disconnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem. Then power on and/or connect the power cable again.
System Setting Initial Setup When you turn on the unit for the first time, the initial setup wizard appears on the screen. Set the display language and network settings on the initial setup wizard. 19 5. Use w/s/a/d to select the IP mode between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically. 1. Press 1 (POWER). The initial setup wizard appears on the screen. 2. Use w/s/a/d to select a display language and press ENTER (b). 6.
System Setting Settings [NETWORK] Menu Adjust the Setup Settings You can change the settings of the player in the [Settings] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ). The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD-Live and on-line content services. Connection Setting If your home network environment is ready to connect, the unit needs to be set up via wireless connection for network communication.(See “Connecting to your Home Network” on page 16.) Connection Status 3 System Setting 2.
System Setting Smart Service Setting [Country Setting] Select your area for displaying proper online content service. [Initialize] Depending on the region, [Initialize] function may not be available. Device Name You can make a network name using virtual keyboard. This player will be recognised by the name you are entering on your home network. 21 Network Play This function allows you to control the playback of media streamed from DLNA media server by a DLNA certified smartphone.
System Setting [DISPLAY] Menu Resolution TV Aspect Ratio Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. Refer to page 14 for details about the resolution setting. Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV type. 3 [Auto] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars above and below the picture.
System Setting 23 HDMI Color Setting [LANGUAGE] Menu Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your display device. Display Menu [YCbCr] Select when connecting to a HDMI display device. [RGB] Select when connecting to a DVI display device. Home Menu Guide Disc Menu/Disc Audio/ Disc Subtitle Select the language you prefer for the audio track (disc audio), subtitles, and the disc menu.
System Setting [AUDIO] Menu Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. ,,Note Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” on page 54 for details. Digital Output [Auto] 3 System Setting Select if you connect this unit’s HDMI OUT jack to a device with LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS and DTS-HD decoder.
System Setting 25 [LOCK] Menu DVD Rating The [LOCK] settings affect only BD-ROM and DVD playback. Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.) To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you must enter the 4-digit security code you have created. If you have not entered a password yet, you are prompted to do so. Enter a 4-digit password twice, and press ENTER (b) to create a new password. Password You can create or change the password.
System Setting [OTHERS] Menu Quick Start [Information] This player can stay in standby mode with low power consumption, so that the player can instantly boot without delay when you turn on this unit. Set this option to [On] for activating [Quick Start] function. [OSS Notice] ,,Note 3 Software Displays the current software version. LGE Open Source Software Notice is displayed. [Update] You can update the software by connecting the unit directly to the software update server (see page 49).
System Setting 27 [Digital CC] h Adjusts the opacity for the background color. (When [CC Type] is selected to [Digital]) i Selects a window color. d The language option of the online content can be selected here. (but language option will be supported fully or partially according to contents) [CC Mode] e (When [CC Type] is selected to [Digital]) Selects the closed caption mode between [Custom] and [Auto].
Operating Home Menu Display Playing the Linked Devices Using [HOME] menu The home menu appears when you press HOME ( ). Use a/d to select a category and press ENTER (b). Playing a disc erot 1. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the disc tray. 2. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE) to close the disc tray. For the most Audio CD, BD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, playback starts automatically. 3. Press HOME ( ). 4. Select [Movie] or [Music], and select disc icon. f a [Movie] - Plays video content.
Operating 29 Playing a file on disc/USB device yui This player can play video, audio and photo files contained in the disc or USB device. 1. Insert a data disc on the tray or connect a USB device. Notes on USB device yy This player supports USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, movie). However, for BD-Live and Audio CD recording, use the USB flash drive / external HDD formatted in FAT32. yy This unit can support up to 4 partitions of the USB device.
Operating Playing a file on Android device yui yy This unit can support only MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Android (4.0 or later is recommended) devices. This player can play video, audio and photo files contained in Android device. yy Do not extract Android device during operation (play, etc.). 1. Connect Android device to the unit with USB cable. Make sure that MTP is activated on Android device. yy Video, audio and photo files can be played.
Operating 31 Playing a file on a network server yui Using Home Network server for PC This player can play video, audio and photo files located in a DLNA-compatible digital media server through your home network. Before connecting to PC to play a file, SmartShare PC Software should be installed on your PC. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 16). About SmartShare PC Software 2. Press HOME ( ). 3. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using a/d, and press s.
Operating Sharing files and folders On your computer, you must share the folder containing video, audio and/or photo content to play them on this player. This part explains the procedure for selecting the shared folders on your computer. 1. Double-click the “SmartShare” icon. 2. Click [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] icon on the center, and then click [Settings] on the top right corner of the SmartShare PC Software. The [Settings] menu appears on the screen. 3.
Operating 33 General Playback Basic operations for photo content Basic operations for video and audio content To play a slide show To stop playback To stop a slide show Press Z (STOP) during playback. To pause playback Press M (PAUSE) during playback. Press z (PLAY) to resume playback. To play frame-by-frame (Video) Press M (PAUSE) during video playback. Press M (PAUSE) repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame playback.
Operating Resume playback eroyt u The unit records the point where you pressed the Z (STOP) depending on the disc. If “MZ (Resume Stop)” appears on the screen briefly, press d (PLAY) to resume playback (from the scene point). If you press Z (STOP) twice or unload the disc, “Z(Complete Stop)” appears on the screen. The unit will clear the stopped point. ,,Note 4 Operating yy The resume point may be cleared when a button is pressed (for example; 1 (POWER), B (OPEN/CLOSE), etc).
Operating 35 On-Screen Display Displaying content information onscreen You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. eroy To control video playback eroy 2. Select an [Option] using a/d, and press ENTER (b). 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). You can control playback and set options while watching videos. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). a Progress bar - Displays the current position and total playing time.
Operating ,,Note yy If no button is pressed for a few seconds, the on-screen display disappears. yy A title number cannot be selected on some discs. yy Available items may differ depending on discs or titles. Setting the slide show option You can use various options during viewing a photo in full screen. 1. While viewing pictures, press INFO/MENU (m). 2. Select an [Option] using a/d, and press ENTER (b).
Operating 37 Advanced Playback Repeating a specific portion eroty Repeat playback erotu y This player can repeat a portion you have selected. Blu-ray Disc / DVD / Video files During playback, press REPEAT (h) to select a desired repeat mode. A-B – Selected portion will be repeated continually. 1. During playback, press REPEAT (h). 2. Select [A-B], and press ENTER (b). 3. Press ENTER (b) at the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat. 4. Press ENTER (b) at the end of the portion.
Operating Selecting a subtitle language eroy 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). 2. Select an [Option] using a/d, and press ENTER (b). 3. Use w/s to select the [Subtitle] option. If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback. 4. Use a/d to select desired subtitle language. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). By pressing ENTER (b), you can set various subtitle options. 2.
Operating 39 Changing subtitle Code Page y Changing the Picture Mode eroy If the subtitle is displayed in broken letter, you can change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle file properly. You can change the [Picture mode] option during playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). 2. Select an [Option] using a/d, and press ENTER (b). 2. Select an [Option] using a/d, and press ENTER (b). 3. Use w/s to select the [Code Page] option. 4. Use a/d to select desired code option. 1.
Operating Viewing content information y Selecting a subtitle file y The player can display the content information. If the subtitle file name is different from the video file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the [Movie] menu before playing the movie. 1. Select a file using w/s/a/d. 2. Press INFO/MENU (m). The file information appears on the screen. During video playback, you can display the file information by pressing TITLE/POPUP. 1.
Operating Listening to music during slide show i You can display photo files while listening to audio files. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ MENU (m) to display the option menu. 2. Select an [Option] using a/d, and press ENTER (b). 3. Use w/s to select [Music Select] option, and press ENTER (b) to display the [Music Select] menu. 4. Use w/s to select a device, and press ENTER (b). Available device may differ depending on the location of the current photo file.
Operating >>Caution Do not extract the connected USB device while content is being downloaded or a Bluray disc is still in the disc tray. Doing so may damage the connected USB device and BDLive features may not operate properly with the damaged USB device anymore. If the connected USB device seems damaged from such an action, you can format the connected USB device from the PC and reuse it with this player.
Operating 43 >>Caution The recording or copying features on this player are provided for your personal and non-commercial use. The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material, including computer programs, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offense. This equipment should not be used for such purposes. LG expressly disclaims any responsibility for illegal distribution or use of unauthorized content in commercial purpose.
Operating Enjoying with LG Multi-room Audio (LG Music Flow) yy Signal interference may cause playback stop. tu yy If playback doesn’t work smoothly, the connection may be broken automatically. LG smart Hi-Fi audio system MUSIC flow allows you to enjoy music with the several speaker wirelessly. yy If your MUSIC flow is not displayed on the list, reset network setting on the setting menu. Using MUSIC flow, you can enjoy audio contents being played by this unit with high quality. 1.
Troubleshooting 45 Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution The unit does not work properly. yy Turn off the power of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and turn it on again. yy Disconnect the power cord of this unit and the connected external device (TV, Woofer, DVD-player, Amplifier, etc.) and then try connecting again. The Power does not turned on. yy Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.
Troubleshooting Network Symptom Cause & Solution BD-Live feature does not work. yy The connected USB storage may not have enough space. Connect the USB storage with at least 1GB free space. yy Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (page 16). yy Your broadband speed may not fast enough to use the BD-Live features. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and increase the broadband speed is recommended.
Troubleshooting 47 Picture Symptom Cause & Solution There is no picture. yy Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the picture from the unit appears on the TV screen. yy Connect the video connection securely. yy Check the [HDMI Color Setting] in the [Settings] menu is set to the appropriate item that conforms to your video connection. yy Your TV may not support the resolution you have set on the player. Change the resolution that your TV accepts.
Appendix Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control You can control your TV using the buttons below. By pressing You can 1 (TV POWER) Turn the TV on or off. INPUT Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources. VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV ,,Note 6 Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to control your TV using some of the buttons. Setting up the remote to control your TV You can operate your TV with the supplied remote control.
Appendix 49 Network Software Update Network update notification From time to time, performance improvements and/or additional features or services may be made available to units that are connected to a broadband home network. If there is new software available and the unit is connected to a broadband home network, the player will inform you about the update as follows. Option 1: 1. The update menu will appear on the screen when you turn on the player. 2.
Appendix 4. If newer version exists, the message “A new update was found. The update takes a few minutes. Do you want to update?” appears. 5. Select [OK] to start update. (Selecting [Cancel] will end the update.) 6. The player starts downloading the newest update from the server. (Downloading will takes several minutes depending on your home network condition.) 7. To update software the next time, the software update procedure has to be started from the beginning again.
Appendix 51 Additional Information File requirement Video files File Location File Extension Disc, USB “.avi”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf”, “.wmv”, “.m4v” (DRM free), “.vob”, “.3gp”, “.mov”, “.trp”, “.m2t”, “.mpe”, “.m1v”, “.m2v”, “.wm”, ”.flv”, “.ts”, “.dat” 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 (.
Appendix ,,Note yy The file name is limited to 180 characters. yy Maximum files/Folder: Less than 2000 (total number of files and folders) yy Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the content on the media. yy This player supports UTF-8 files even it contains Unicode subtitle content. This player can not support the pure Unicode subtitle files. yy File compatibility may differ depending on the server.
Appendix 53 About DLNA Compatibility notes This Player is a DLNA Certified digital media player that can display and play video, photo and audio content from your DLNA-compatible digital media server (PC and Consumer Electronics). yy Because 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.
Appendix Audio Output Specifications Jack/Setting Source HDMI OUT PCM Auto *1 *2 Dolby Digital PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD PCM 2ch DTS Dolby TrueHD DTS PCM 2ch DTS DTS DTS-HD PCM 2ch DTS DTS-HD Linear PCM 2ch PCM 2ch DTS 2ch Linear PCM 2ch Linear PCM 5.1ch PCM 5.1ch DTS Linear PCM 5.1ch Linear PCM 7.1ch PCM 7.1ch DTS Linear PCM 7.
Appendix 55 Area Code List Choose an area code from this list.
Appendix Language Code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu].
Appendix 57 Trademarks and Licenses All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, BD-Live™, BONUSVIEW™ and the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. “DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited.
Appendix Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commerciallyproduced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted. More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http://www.cinavia.com.
Appendix 59 Specifications General AC adapter yy yy yy yy Model : WA-12M12FU Manufacturer: Asian Power Devices Inc. Input: 100-120 V~, 50-60 Hz 0.5 A Max. Output: 12 V 0 1 A Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 270 mm x 43 mm x 195 mm (10.62 x 1.69 x 7.68 inches) Net Weight (Approx.) 0.85 kg (1.
Appendix Maintenance Notes on discs Handling discs Handling the unit When shipping the unit Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Cleaning the unit To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Appendix 61 Important Information Relating to Network Services All information, data, documents, communications, downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, videos, webcasts, publications, tools, resources, software, code, programs, applets, widgets, applications, products and other content (“Content”) and all services and offerings (“Services”) provided or made available by or through any third party (each a “Service Provider”) is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider from whom it or