DV298H-E3T.BGBRLLS_ENG_5774 DVD PLAYER OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL : DVX298H Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely. FOR THE GUARANTEE TERMS & CONDITIONS, PLEASE REFER TO BACK COVER OF THIS MANUAL.
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Introduction To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Notes on Discs Handling Discs This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your DVD player. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location. About the 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.
In addition, this unit plays DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW, Dual disc, USB that contains audio titles, DivX, MP3, WMA, and/or JPEG files. This indicates a product feature that is capable of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format. Notes: • Depending on the conditions of the recording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW) discs may not be played on the unit. • Do not use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g.
Front Panel a b c d e f g h ijk a POWER Switches the unit ON and OFF. b Disc Tray Insert a disc here. c Display window Shows the current status of the unit. d Remote Sensor Point the remote control here. e USB Insert a USB. f OPEN / CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. 6 g RES. You can change the resolution depending on your TV. h N (PLAY) Starts playback. i . (SKIP) Returns to the beginning of current chapter or track or go to the previous chapter or track. j x (STOP) Stops playback.
OPEN/CLOSE (Z) Opens and closes the disc tray. 0-9 numerical buttons Selects numbered items in a menu. CLEAR Removes a track number on the Program List or a mark on the Marker Search menu. TV Control Buttons POWER: Turns the TV on or off. AV: Selects the TV’s source. PR/CH +/–: Selects TV’s channel. VOL +/–: Adjusts TV’s volume. SCAN (m / M) Search backward or forward. SKIP (. / >) Go to next chapter or track. Returns to the beginning of current chapter or track or go to the previous chapter or track.
Installation and Setup Setting up the Player The picture and sound of a nearby TV, VCR, or radio may be distorted during playback. If this occurs, position the player away from the TV, VCR, or radio, or turn off the unit after removing the disc. DVD Player Connections Depending on your TV and other equipment there are various ways you can connect the player. Please refer to the manuals of your TV, stereo system or other devices as necessary for additional connection information.
HDMI connection HDMI compatible TV If you have an HDMI TV or a monitor, you can connect it to this player using an HDMI cable. Introduction HDMI 1. Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV Owner’s manual). H 2. Connect the HDMI OUT jack on the unit to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor (H). 3. Press RESOLUTION repeatedly to select the desired resolution.
Audio Connection to Optional Equipment Connect the DVD player to your optional equipment for audio output. Amplifier equipped with 2-channel analog stereo or Dolby Pro Logic ll / Pro Logic: Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player to the audio left and right IN jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A).
You can display various information about the disc loaded on-screen. 1. Press DISPLAY to show various playback information. The displayed items differ depending on the disc type or playing status. Initial Settings By using the Setup menu, you can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. You can also set a language for the subtitles and the Setup menu, among other things. For details on each Setup menu item, see pages 12 to 14.
LANGUAGE DISPLAY Menu Language TV Aspect Select a language for the Setup menu and on-screen display. Disc Audio / Subtitle / Menu Select the language you prefer for the audio track (disc audio), subtitles, and the disc menu. Original – Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded. Other – To select another language, press numeric buttons and then ENTER to enter the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list on the page 22.
AUDIO LOCK (Parental Control) Introduction Each DVD disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s AUDIO options according to the type of audio system you use. Rating PCM (for Dolby Digital / MPEG) – Select when connected to a two-channel digital stereo amplifier. DVDs encoded in Dolby Digital, MPEG will be automatically downmixed to two-channel PCM audio. Off (for DTS) – If you select “Off”, the DTS signal is not output through the DIGITAL OUT jack. Sample Freq.
Area Code DivX(R) VOD Enter the code of the area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list on page 22. We provide you the DivX® VOD (Video On Demand) registration code that allows you to rent and purchase videos based on the DivX® VOD service. For more information, visit www.divx.com/vod. 1. Select “Area Code” on the LOCK menu then press B. 4. Press B and select the second character using v / V buttons. 2.
Operation General features Buttons Operations OPEN/CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. ALL PAUSE/STEP (X) During playback, press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause playback. ALL Press PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly to play Frame-byFrame. During playback, press SKIP (. or >) to go to the next chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track. DVD SKIP (. / >) Discs VCD DivX DVD VCD DivX ACD MP3 ALL Press SKIP (.) twice briefly to step back to the previous chapter/track.
Notes on general features: Last Scene Memory • On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to Off on the setup menu to use the repeat function (See “PBC” on page 14). This player memorizes last scene from the last disc that is viewed. The last scene remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the player or switch off the player. If you load a disc that has the scene memorized, the scene is automatically recalled.
Playing an Audio CD or MP3/WMA file This unit can play Audio CDs or MP3/WMA files. MP3/ WMA/ Audio CD Once you insert an MP3/WMA files recorded media or Audio CD, a menu appears on the TV screen. Press v / V to select a track/file and then press PLAY (N) or ENTER and playback starts. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to page 15-16. Programmed Playback The program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the player memory. A program can contain 30 tracks. 1.
Zoom Viewing a JPEG file This unit can play JPEG files. 1. Insert a JPEG files recording media. The PHOTO menu appears on the TV screen. During watching pictures, press ZOOM to enlarge the video image (3 steps). You can move through the zoomed picture using b / B / v / V buttons. Note: When the resolution is set to 720p or 1080i, this function is not available. Rotating the picture Press v / V during showing a picture to rotate the picture clockwise or counter clockwise. 2.
Playing a DivX Movie file Using this DVD Player you can play DivX file. DivX disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows: 1. Insert a DivX file recording media. The MOVIE menu appears on the TV screen. • Available resolution size of the DivX file is under 720x576 (W x H) pixel. • The file name of the DivX subtitle is available by 56 characters. • If there is impossible code to express in the DivX file, it may be displayed as “ _ ” mark on the display. 3.
Playing a DVD VR format Disc This unit will play DVD-R/RW disc that is recorded using the DVD-Video format that have been finalized using a DVD-recorder. This unit will play DVD-RW disc that is recorded using the Video Recording (VR) format. 1. Insert a disc and close the tray, It start playing automatically. 2. The DVD-VR menu appears on the TV screen when you press DVD MENU buttons while playing. Playing an USB 1. Connect the USB device to the USB port on the front panel after power is on. 2.
Reference Maintenance and Service Refer to the information in this chapter before contacting a service technician. You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your LG TV with the supplied remote control. Handling the Unit You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of non-LG TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code. Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials.
Language Codes Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, Disc Menu.
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Correction No power. • The power cord is disconnected. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The power is on, but the DVD player does not work. • No disc is inserted. • Insert a disc. (Check the disc indicator in the display window is lit.) No picture. • The TV is not set to receive DVD signal output. • Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV. • The video cable is not connected securely. • Connect the video cable securely.
Technology with the human touch GUARANTEE ● LG Electronics U.K. Ltd. will provide the following services in order to expedite this Guarantee. 1. All faulty components which fail due to defective manufacture will be replaced free of charge for a period of 12 months from the original date of purchase. 2. The dealer (or his service agent) who sold the product will be reimbursed for any labour provided in the repair of this LG equipment, for a period of 12 months from the original date of purchase.