OWNER’S MANUAL Portable DVD Player with Mobile DTV Enjoy DVDs or free local TV anytime, anywhere* Please read this manual carefully before operating Please manual carefully before operating your setread andthis retain it for future reference. your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL DP570MH P/NO : MFL38574970 DP571M-N_Event_OM_Eng.indd 1 * TV reception of Mobile DTV broadcasts where available using ATSC-M/H technology www.lg.
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Safety Information 1 Safety Information 1 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.
Safety Information This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. 2 Safety Information 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. 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.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is: 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Marketed and Distributed by LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc., 1000 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Phone: 1-201-816-2000. Notes on Copyrights • Many DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your player directly to your TV, not to a VCR.
Contents 3 Installation 14 1 Power connections 14 Connecting the AC Adapter 14 Connecting the Automotive adapter Safety Information 15 TV Connection 3 16 Battery Pack Cautions and Warnings 17 2 Preparation 8 8 8 16 Introduction Attaching the Battery Pack Unfolding the LCD panel 17 Extending the Antenna 18 USB Flash Drive connection 18 Playback content in the USB Flash Drive About the “ ” Symbol Display 19 Symbols Used in this Manual 19 Adjust the Setup Settings 19 [LANGU
4 5 Operation 26 Maintenance General Playback 26 Playing Discs 27 Using the disc menu 27 Resume playback 27 Advanced Playback 36 Notes on Discs 36 Handling the Unit 6 27 Repeat Playback Troubleshooting 27 Repeating a specific portion 37 28 Hearing a different audio Selecting a subtitle language 28 Enlarging the playback image 28 Marker Search 39 Language code List 29 Watching from a different angle 40 Specifications 29 Playing from selected time 29 Last Scene Memory
Preparation 2 Preparation 2 Introduction Supplied Accessories Preparation 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 specific media.
Preparation Playable Discs DVD-VIDEO (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. DVD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) - VR mode, Video mode and finalized only - DVD-RW discs that contain Video, Music or Photo files. DVD+RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) - Video mode and finalized only - DVD+RW discs that contain Video, Music or Photo files. Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) CD-R/RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) - CD-R/RW discs that contain audio titles, Video, Music or Photo files.
Preparation File compatibility Overall Available File extensions: “.jpg”, “.avi”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mp3”, “.wma” • Audio Files Sampling frequency: within 8 to 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 to 48 kHz (WMA) Bit rate: within 8 to 320 kbps (MP3), within 32 to 192 kbps (WMA) The file name is limited to 20 characters. NOTE • 2 Preparation Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the contents on the media.
Preparation 11 Main Unit d Battery charge and power indicator • The indicator turns red in charging and it will be turned into green when the charging is complete. (Refer to page 16 for details.) • The indicator turns green for a moment when the unit is turned on. c Playback control buttons • N (Play) / X (Pause): Press to start playback and pause playback temporarily, press again to exit pause mode. • x (Stop): Press to stop playback. • .
Preparation Remote control POWER (1): Switches the player ON or OFF. AUDIO ( ): Selects an audio language or audio channel. 2 SUBTITLE ( ): Selects a subtitle language. MODE: Selects a operation mode among [DISC], [USB] and [TV]. 0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu or chooses channels. Preparation ANGLE ( ): Selects a DVD camera angle, if available. - (Dash): Enters a dash for sub channel numbers such as 2-1, 2-2, 47-3 etc. SKIP (.
Preparation 13 Put the Battery into the Remote Control Pinch the battery holder clip together then pull the tab to remove the battery holder. Insert the battery with the + facing in the same direction as the + on the battery holder. Replace the battery holder with battery into the Remote Control unit making sure that it is fully inserted. Replace Remote Control unit battery with 3 V micro lithium cells such as CR. 2025 or its equivalent. • Dispose of battery safety in accordance with local laws.
Installation 3 Installation Power connections 3 Connecting the AC Adapter Installation Connect the supplied AC adapter from the unit to a power socket. Connecting the Automotive adapter This unit and its automotive adapter are designed for use in vehicles that have 8.5-15 volt, negative ground electrical systems. This is standard for most vehicles. If your vehicle has a different type of electrical system, the DC power system cannot be used.
Installation CAUTION • To prevent electrical shock and possible damage to your unit or vehicle, always unplug the automotive adapter from the cigarette lighter socket before you remove the plug from your unit. • A 3 amp. 250 V fuse for protection is installed in the automotive adapter. • While the engine is being started, disconnect the automotive adapter from the car’s cigarette lighter socket. • Do not operate your unit when the car battery is discharged.
Installation Battery Pack Rechargeable Battery • Its rechargeable battery provides you with the freedom to pass it around and play the files without the power cord. Attaching the Battery Pack • The following picture shows how to attach or dettach the battery pack. You can attach or dettach the battery pack as the following The rechargeable battery will start charging only when the unit is turned off and the AC adapter is connected to a power outlet.
Installation Unfolding the LCD panel To unfold the LCD panel, place the unit on a stable and even surface such as on a table. • When finished using the unit, return the LCD panel to its original position. • Do not leave the LCD panel in the face-up position, or sudden shocks may damage it. Unfolding the LCD panel 17 Extending the Antenna To view the TV program, please extend the built-in antenna on the unit to its full length.
Installation USB Flash Drive connection 5. Select a file using v/V/b/B, and press PLAY or ENTER ( ) to play the file. This player can play video, music and photo files contained in the USB Flash Drive. Playback content in the USB Flash Drive 3 1. Connect a USB Flash Drive to the USB port until it fits into place. Installation USB Flash Drive connection 6. When finished using the USB Flash Drive, withdraw the USB Flash Drive carefully.
Installation 19 Settings for DVD Player You can change the settings for the DVD player in the [Setup] menu. 6. Use v/V to select a desired setting, and press ENTER ( ) to confirm your selection. Adjust the Setup Settings 1. Press MODE. 2. Select [DISC] option using b/B, and press ENTER ( ). 3 Menu Language Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on-screen display. Installation 3. Press SETUP. The [Setup] menu appears.
Installation [DISPLAY] Menu TV Aspect Ratio Select which screen aspect to use based on the shape of your TV screen. [4:3] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. [16:9] Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. [LOCK] Menu The [LOCK] settings affect only DVD playback. You must set the [Area Code] option to use the lock options. Select [Area Code] option then press B. Enter a 4-digit password then press ENTER ( ). Enter it again then press ENTER ( ) to verify.
Installation NOTE If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER ( ), press CLEAR. Then input the correct password. Area Code Enter the code of the area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list on page 38. [OTHERS] Menu To select the black level of playback pictures, set your preference and monitor’s ability. Settings for TV Viewing You can change the settings for TV viewing in the [Setup] menu. When you select the TV mode for the first time.
Installation 4. Use v/V to select a first setup option, and press B to move to the second level. Closed Caption Allows you to select an option for displaying Caption Data from the unit. Set [Closed Caption] to [On] for displaying Caption Data. 5. Use v/V to select a desired setting, and press ENTER ( ) to confirm your selection. 3 Auto Scan Installation Automatically finds all digital channels available through the built-in antenna and stores all the active channels found. 1.
Installation TV Rating - US Rating Blocks TV programs that you or your family may not wish to watch, based on the rating scheme set. 23 5. Press B. The menu for General rating selection will appear. 1. Select [TV Rating] option then press B. 2. Select [US Rating] option then press B. 6. Use v/V to select an option then press B. 7. Use v/V to select a rating then press b. 3. Enter the 4-digit password. The menu for Movie rating selection will appear. 4. Use v/V to select a Movie rating.
Installation TV Rating - Downloadable Rating 3 TV Rating - Canadian Rating The rating information can be updated if the TV station sends the downloadable rating information. Blocks Canadian TV program that you or your family may not wish to watch, based on the Canadian English/French Language Rating system. 1. Select [TV Rating] option then press B. 1. Select [TV Rating] option then press B. 2. Select [Downloadable Rating] option then press B. 2. Select [Canadian Rating] option then press B.
Installation 5. Press B. The menu for French rating selection will appear. 6. Use v/V to select a French rating. French Rating Description Exempt - Exempt programming includes: news, sports, etc. G General - Program intended for audience of all ages. 8 ans+ Not recommended for young children. Program may not be suitable for 13 ans+ children under the age of 13. 16 ans+ Program is not suitable for children under the age of 16. 18 ans+ Program restricted to adults. 7.
Operation 4 Operation General Playback To pause playback Playing Discs To play frame-by-frame 1. Open the disc lid, and place a disc on the disc tray. 2. Close the disc lid. 4 3. Press MODE. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) while playback. Press PLAY (N) to resume playback. DVD MOVIE Press PAUSE/STEP (X) while movie playback. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame playback. Operation To scan forward or backward DVD MOVIE 5. Select [DISC] option using b/B, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation Using the disc menu DVD To display the disc menu The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which contains a menu. If you want to display the disc menu while playback, press MENU. Use v/V/b/B buttons to navigate through menu items. To display the Title menu Some DVD discs contain Title menu that appears while playback. Press TITLE while playback, and use v/V/b/B buttons to navigate through menu items.
Operation Hearing a different audio DVD MOVIE During playback, press press AUDIO ( ) repeatedly to select desired audio language, audio track or audio channel. Marker Search DVD MOVIE You can start playback from up to nine memorized points. To enter a marker NOTE • Some discs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. In this case, press TITLE or MENU button and choose the appropriate audio from the selections on the disc menu.
Operation Watching from a different angle DVD If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle. If the angle indicator appears on the screen for a moment during playback, you can select a different camera angle by pressing ANGLE ( ) repeatedly. Playing from selected time DVD MOVIE 1. Press DISPLAY during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time.
Operation On-Screen display You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. Displaying content information on-screen NOTE • If no button is pressed for a few seconds, the onscreen display disappears. • A title number cannot be selected on some discs. • Available items may differ depending on discs or titles. DVD MOVIE 1. While playback, press DISPLAY to show various playback information.
Operation Playing a video file You can play video files contained in a disc/ USB Flash Drive. 1. Insert a disc or connect USB Flash Drive. 2. Press MODE. 3. Select [DISC] or [USB] option using b/B, and press ENTER ( ). 4. Select [MOVIE] by pressing TITLE repeatedly if you need. Changing subtitle code page MOVIE If the subtitle is not displayed properly, you can change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle file properly. 1. Press and hold SUBTITLE ( during playback. ) for 3 seconds 2.
Operation Viewing a photo To play a slide show You can view photo files using this player. You can change the slide show speed using b/B when “ “ icon is highlighted. Use v/V/b/B to highlight “ “ icon then press ENTER ( ) to start slide show. 1. Insert a disc or connect USB Flash Drive. 2. Press MODE. 3. Select the [DISC] or [USB] option using b/B, and press ENTER ( ). To stop a slide show Press STOP (x) while slide show. To pause a slide show Press PAUSE/STEP (X) while slide show.
Operation Listening to music 33 Displaying file information (ID3 TAG) While playing a MP3 file containing file information, you can display the information by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly. The player can play Audio CDs and audio files. 1. Insert a disc or connect USB Flash Drive. NOTE 2. Press MODE. This function is available only when playing the MP3 file recorded on the disc 3. Select the [DISC] or [USB] option using b/B, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation Viewing the TV Program Channel List You can select channels using the Channel List menu. 1. Press CH. LIST to display [TV-Channel List] or [Radio-Channel List] menu. You can view the TV program through the built-in Mobile Digital Television tuner. 1. Extend the built-in antenna on the unit to its full length. 2. Press MODE. 3. Select the [TV] option using b/B, and press ENTER ( ). 2. Use CH. LIST to toggle display between [TV-Channel List] or [Radio-Channel List] menu. 4 Operation 4.
Operation 35 Program Information Display The Information Display appears if you press the DISPLAY button on the remote control while viewing a program. The Program Information shows items listed below. Channel Number • Station Name • Program Title • Closed Caption Icon ( ) Indicates that the current program contains Caption Data Service. • Multilingual Icon ( ) Indicates that multiple audio tracks are available. You can select an alternate audio language track with AUDIO ( ) button.
Maintenance 5 Maintenance Notes on Discs Handling the Unit Handling Discs When shipping the unit Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc. 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.
Troubleshooting 37 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Symtom Cause & Solution The Power does not turned on. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. • The battery is discharged. Recharge the battery. The unit does not start playback. • Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, color system, and regional code.) • Place the disc with the playback side down. • Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide. • Clean the disc.
Appendix 7 Appendix Area Code List Choose an area code from this list.
Appendix 39 Language code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu].
Appendix Specifications General Liquid Crystal Display Power requirements: Panel size DC 12 V 2A 17.8 cm (diagonal) Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 237 mm x 54 mm x 149 mm (9.3 x 2.1 x 5.9 inches) with battery pack Projection system R.G.B. stripe Driving system Net Weight (Approx.): Approx. 1.2 kg (2.
Warranty 41 LG Electronics, Inc. Limited Warranty - USA This LG Electronics product, will be repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S. Territories.
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