OWNER’S MANUAL Real Surround Blu-ray 3D™/ DVD Home Theater System Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL HX995TZ (HX995TZ/ SX95TZ-S/C/D) P/NO : MFL66303823 HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.indd 1 10. 09.
1 Safety Information Safety Information 1 Safety Information 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.
Safety Information CAUTION concerning the Power Cord Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit; Disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. 2. All electrical and electronic products shall be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. 3.
Safety Information Europe Notice 1 0678 Safety Information LG Electronics hereby declares that this product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC, EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, and ErP Directive 2009/125/EC. Please contact to the following address for obtaining a copy of the DoC (Declaration of Conformity). European representative : LG Electronics Service Europe B.V. Veluwezoom 15, 1327 AE Almere.
Safety Information 5 Notes on Copyrights • Because AACS (Advanced Access Content System) is approved as content protection system for BD format, similar to use of CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, certain restrictions are imposed on playback, analogue signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents.
Contents 3 Installation 17 1 17 Assembling the player with stand 19 Mounting the player on a wall Safety Information 2 Cautions and Warnings Installing the player 21 Assembling the speaker 23 Mounting the speakers on a wall 24 Positioning the system 2 25 Speaker Connection Preparation 25 Wireless connection 25 Wireless connection for manually 8 8 8 Introduction About the “ ” Symbol Display 25 Symbols Used in this Manual 26 HDMI Connection 27 What is SIMPLINK? 9 Supplied A
42 [LOCK] Menu 43 [NETWORK] Menu 43 [OTHERS] Menu 45 Sound Effect 4 6 Troubleshooting 82 General 83 Picture 83 Sound 84 Network 1 Operation 2 46 General Playback 50 Advanced Playback 53 On-Screen display 56 Enjoying BD-Live™ 57 Playing a movie file and VR disc 59 61 7 Appendix 85 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control Viewing a photo 86 Area Code List Listening to music 87 Language code List 65 Playing the iPod 88 Network Software Update 66 Radio Ope
Preparation 2 Preparation 2 Introduction 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. Symbols Used in this Manual NOTE Indicates special notes and operating features. A section whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol.
Preparation Supplied Accessories Video cable (1) Speaker Cables (5) For Mounting (speakers) Screw/ Wall plug (Wall mounting) (8) Wall Mount Bracket (Wall/ Speaker) (4) 2 FM antenna (1) Nero MediaHome4 Essentials software CD-ROM (1) Preparation For standing (player) Remote control (1) 9 Batteries (2) Stand (1) Rear cover (1) cable cover (1) Middle screws (3) iPod cradle (1) Velcro (1) Big screws (2) For Mounting (player) HDMI cable (1) Bracket (1) HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.
Preparation Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc™ - Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. - BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. - “Blu-ray 3D™” discs and “Blu-ray 3D™ ONLY” discs 2 Preparation DVD-VIDEO (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. DVD±R (8 cm / 12 cm disc) - Video mode and finalized only - Supports the dual layer disc also - Finalized AVCHD format - DVD±R discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files.
Preparation File compatibility NOTE Overall • HD movie files contained on the CD or USB 1.0/1.1 may not played properly. BD, DVD or USB 2.0 are recommended to play back HD movie files. Available File extensions: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”, “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.mp3”, “.wma”, “.wav” Available file extensions differ depending on the DLNA servers. • Some “.wav” files are not supported on this player. • The file name is limited to 180 characters.
2 Preparation Regional Code Certain System Requirements This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”. For high definition video playback: AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) Preparation • This player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders. • The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.
Preparation 13 Remote control 1 • • • • • • •c • • • • • • 1 (POWER): Switches the player ON or OFF. HOME: Displays or exits the [Home Menu]. Z OPEN/CLOSE: Ejects or inserts disc RADIO&INPUT: Changes input mode. MUSIC ID: When connected to the network, can provide information about the current song during movie playback. 0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu. INFO/DISPLAY: Displays or exits On-Screen Display.
Preparation Player (Front) 1 2 3 4 5 2 Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 USB Port PORT. IN 1/\ (POWER) Button Display window Operation buttons F (Function) Changes the input source or function. i|| (PLAY / PAUSE) s (STOP) &II / ii& (SKIP/SCAN) - volume + (Adjusts speaker volume.) A Ejects or inserts disc CAUTION Precautions in using the touch buttons • Use the touch buttons with clean and dry hands. - In a humid environment, wipe out any moisture on the touch buttons before using.
Preparation 15 Player (Rear) 1 2 2 Preparation 3 4 5 6 7 1 Disc Slot Insert a disc here. 4 HDMI OUT (type A, Version 1.3) Connect to TV with HDMI inputs. 2 OPTICAL IN 5 HDMI IN 2 3 VIDEO OUT 6 HDMI IN 1 7 LAN port HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.indd 15 10. 09.
Preparation Active woofer 2 Preparation 1 1 2 Speaker duct CAUTION Be careful to make sure children not to put their hands or any objects into the speaker duct. 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 4 56 7 Cooling Fan Speakers connectors PAIRING button Antenna Connector iPod (24 pin) Connect to the furnished iPod cradle. LED (connection status) BLUE: The connection is completed. BLUE(blink): The woofer is trying to connect. RED: The connection is failed. HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.indd 16 10. 09.
Installation 17 3 Installation Installing the player 1. Connect the cables. Step 1 You can stand the player or mount on a wall. 3 Installation Assembling the player with stand Preparation 2. After connecting the cables, you can arrange the cable with cable holder as shown below. Step 2 HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.indd 17 10. 09.
Installation 3. Assemble the cover as shown below Step 3 5. Arrange the cable with cable holder as shown below. Step 5 3 Installation 4. Attach the player to the stand. Then secure the connection with the supplied middle screws. Step 4 6. Assemble the rear cable cover as shown below. Then secure the cover with the supplied big screws. Step 6 HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.indd 18 10. 09.
Installation Mounting the player on a wall You can mount the player on a wall. Prepare screws, bracket and guide sheet (the rear page of install guide) supplied. Preparation 19 2. When you mount on a wall(concrete), use the wall plugs and screws (Not supplied). Attach the wall bracket on the wall as shown in the illustration below. Step 2 3 Installation 1. You should drill some holes. A guide sheet (rear page of the install guide) is supplied to drill. Use the sheet to check the point to drill.
Installation 3. Assemble the screws. Step 3 5. Hang the player onto the brackets as below. Step 5 3 Installation 4. Connect the cables. Step 4 CAUTION • Do not hang onto the installed unit and avoid any impact to the unit. • Secure the unit firmly to the wall so that it does not fall off. If the unit falls off, it may result in an injury or damage to the product. • When the unit is installed on a wall, please make sure that a child does not pull any of connecting cables, as it may cause it to fall.
Installation Assembling the speaker 21 2. Insert a speaker wire from the bottom of the base. Step 2 Preparation Pole Pole Cable Cable 3 Speaker Speaker Screw Screw 3. Draw the speaker wire through the inside of the pole and also through the hole on the bottom of the speaker. Installation Base Base Step 3 1. Attach the pole to the base, then secure the connection with a supplied screw. Step 1 HX995TZ-FD.BPHLLL_ENG_3823.indd 21 10. 09.
Installation 4. Attach the speaker to the pole, then secure the connection with a supplied screw. Step 4 5. Connect the speaker wire to the terminal on the speaker. Make sure the wire marked black goes in to the terminal marked “–” (minus) and the other wire goes in to the terminal marked “+” (plus). Step 5 3 Installation CAUTION Be careful that the speaker should not fall down. Otherwise it may result in the speaker malfunctioning and causing personal injury and/ or property damage. HX995TZ-FD.
Installation Mounting the speakers on a wall 23 2. Attach the speaker bracket to the speaker and fasten the screws. Step 2 You can mount the speakers on a wall. Prepare screws and brackets supplied. When you mount to a wall(concrete), use the wall plugs. You should drill some holes (Diameter: 6 mm, Depth: more than 32 mm) for the mounting. Screw & Wall plug 3 Step 3 20 mm Installation 3.5 mm 3. Hang the speaker bracket onto the wall bracket. 6 mm 32 mm 1.
Installation A Front left speaker (L)/ B Front right speaker (R): Place the front speakers to the sides of the monitor or screen and as flush with the screen surface as possible. Positioning the system 3 The following illustration shows an example of positioning the system. Note that the illustrations in these instructions differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.
Installation Speaker Connection Wireless connection The wireless subwoofer makes setup simple, too - there are no cables to connect. When you turn on the unit and subwoofer the connection will be completed automatically. When the connection is completed, you can see the icon on the display window. 25 Wireless connection for manually You can set up wireless connection manually, when your connection is not completed. Refer to the “Connect wireless speakers” on page 41.
Installation Connecting to Your TV Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. • HDMI connection (page 26) • Video connection (page 28) HDMI Connection If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable. Connect the HDMI OUT jack on the player to the HDMI IN jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor. Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual).
Installation 27 What is SIMPLINK? NOTE • 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. LG TV’s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as shown above. • 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.
Installation Video Connection Resolution Setting Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the video in jack on the TV using a video cable. You can hear the sound through the system’s speakers. The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT jacks. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Use I/i to select the [Setup] and press ENTER ( ). The [Setup] menu appears. Video Connection 3.
Installation Antenna connection 29 Connections with external device Connect the supplied antenna for listening to the radio. Antenna Connection PORT. IN connection You can enjoy the sound from your portable audio player through the speakers of this system. You can also use the F (Function) button on the front panel to select the input mode. 3 Installation Connect the headphones (or line out ) jack of the portable audio player into the PORT. IN socket of this unit.
Installation OPTICAL IN connection You can enjoy the sound from your component with a digital optical connection through the speakers of this system. Connect the optical output jack of your component into the OPTICAL IN jacks on the unit. And then select the [OPTICAL] option by pressing RADIO&INPUT and ENTER ( ). Or press OPTICAL to select directly. 3 You can also use the F (Function) button on the front panel to select the input mode.
Installation Connecting to your Home Network 31 Wired Network Connection Router Router This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel or the internal wireless module. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, Home Link, BD-Live™ interactivity and streaming services.
Installation Wired Network Setup Before setting the wired network, you need to connect the broadband internet to your home network. If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this player will automatically be allocated an IP 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. 3 1.
Installation Wireless Network Connection Wireless Network Connection Another connection option is to use an Access Point or a wireless router. In the example configuration for wireless connection below, this player would be able to access content from either of the PCs. The network configuration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment.
Installation Wireless Network Setup Before setting the wireless network, you need to: – connect the broadband internet to the wireless home network. – set the access point or wireless router. – note the SSID and security code of the network. 3 Installation For the wireless network connection, the player needs to be set up for network communication. This adjustment can be done from the [Setup] menu. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow.
Installation [Manual] – Your access point may not be broadcasting its access point name(SSID). Check your router settings through your computer and either set your router to broadcast SSID, or manually enter the access point name(SSID) in [Manual]. [Push Button] – If your access point or wireless router that supports Push Button Configuration method, select this option and press the Push Button on your access point or wireless router within 120 counts.
Installation • • • 3 Some internet connection operations may not be possible due to certain restrictions set by the Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your broadband Internet connection. Any fees charged by an ISP including, without limitation, connection charges are your responsibility. 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.
Installation USB device connection This player can play movie, music and photo files contained in the USB device. 1. Insert a USB device to the USB port until it fits into place. USB Connection - 1 NOTE • This player supports USB flash memory/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, movie). However, for BD-Live™ and Audio CD recording, only FAT16 and FAT32 formats are supported.
Installation Settings [DISPLAY] Menu TV Aspect Ratio Adjust the Setup Settings You can change the settings of the player in the [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ). Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV type. [4:3 Letter Box] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars above and below the picture. [4:3 Pan Scan] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays pictures cropped to fill your TV screen. Both sides of the picture are cut off.
Installation Resolution 1080p Display Mode Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. Refer to page 28 and page 90 for details about the resolution setting. When the resolution is set to 1080p, select [24 Hz] for smooth presentation of film material (1080p/ 24 Hz) with a HDMI-equipped display compatible with 1080p/ 24 Hz input. [Auto] If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to TVs providing display information (EDID), automatically selects the resolution best suited to the connected TV.
Installation [LANGUAGE] Menu [AUDIO] Menu Display Menu Speaker Setup Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on-screen display. To obtain the best possible sound, use the speaker setup display to specify the volume of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Use the test to adjust the volume of the speakers to the same level.
Installation HD AV Sync Connect wireless speakers Sometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between picture and sound. If this happens you can compensate by setting a delay on the sound so that it effectively ‘waits’ for the picture to arrive: this is called HD AV Sync. Use U u to scroll up and down through the delay amount, which you can set at anything between 0 and 300 ms. When the unit is manufactured, the ID is already set.
Installation [LOCK] Menu 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 ( ) to create a new password. DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.) [Rating 1-8] Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.
Installation [NETWORK] Menu The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD Live, Home Link and NetCast features. Connection Setting If your home network environment is ready to connect to the player, the player needs to be set up for network communication. (See “Connecting to your Home Network” on page 31.
Installation Auto Power Off The screen saver appears when you leave the player in stop mode for about five minutes. If you set this option to [On], the unit automatically turns itself off after the Screen Saver is displayed for 25 minutes. Set this option to [Off ] to leave the screen saver until the unit is operated by the user. Initialize Factory Set You can reset the player to its original factory settings.
Installation Sound Effect 45 [Clear Voice]: This mode makes voice sound clear, improving the quality of voice sound. [Virtual]: You can enjoy more dynamic sound with improved Centre channel. You can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode appears on the front panel display or the TV screen. The displayed items for the equalizer maybe different depending on sound sources and effects. [Game]: You can enjoy more virtual sound while playing video games.
Operation 4 Operation General Playback Playing Discs 1. Insert a Disc. For the most Audio CD, BD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, playback starts automatically. 4 2. Press HOME ( ). 5. Select a file using U/u/I/i, and press B (PLAY) or ENTER ( ) to play the file. NOTE • Playback functions described in this manual are not always available in every files and medium. Some functions can be restricted depending on many factors.
Operation To stop playback Press x (STOP) during playback. Using the disc menu BD DVD AVCHD To pause playback To display the disc menu Press X (PAUSE) during playback. Press B (PLAY) to resume playback. The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which contains a menu. If you want to display the disc menu during playback, press DISC MENU. To play frame-by-frame Press X (PAUSE) while movie playback. Press X (PAUSE) repeatedly to play Frame-byFrame playback.
Operation Resume playback BD MUSIC DVD AVCHD MOVIE Playing Blu-ray 3D™ disc ACD The unit records the point where you pressed the x (STOP) depending on the disc. If “Xx (Resume Stop)” appears on the screen briefly, press B (PLAY) to resume playback (from the scene point). If you press x (STOP) twice or unload the disc, “x”(Complete Stop) appears on the screen. The unit will clear the stopped point. This player can play the Blu-ray 3D™ discs which contains separate views for the left and right eyes.
Operation 1. Press HOME ( ), and set the [3D Mode] option on the [Setup] menu to [On] (page 39). 2. Insert a disc. 3. The playback starts automatically. The 3D icon appears on the screen when 3D content is in playback. 4. Refer to the owner’s manual of your 3D-ready TV for the further instruction. You may need to adjust the display settings and focus on your TV’s setting for the improved 3D effect. • Watching a 3D content for a long period time may cause dizziness or tiredness.
Operation Advanced Playback DVD AVCHD ACD MUSIC During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. BDs/DVDs A- – Selected portion will be repeated continually. Chapter – The current chapter will be played back repeatedly. Title Title – The current title will be played back repeatedly. 4 To return to normal playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select [Off ]. Operation Audio CDs/Music files – The current track or file will be played back repeatedly.
Operation To delete a Marker 1. Press SEARCH and the search menu appears on the screen. 51 Using the search menu BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE Using search menu, you can easy to find the point where you want to start playback. To search a point 2. Press u to highlight a marker number. Use I/i to select a marked scene that you want to delete. 1. During playback, press SEARCH to display the search menu. 3. Press CLEAR and the marked scene is erased from the search menu.
Operation Changing content list view Viewing content information MOVIE MUSIC PHOTO MOVIE On the [Movie], [Music], [Photo] or [Home Link] menu, you can change the content list view. The player can display the content information. Method 1 2. Press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the option menu. Press red (R) coloured button repeatedly. 1. Select a file using U/u/I/i. 3. Select the [Information] option using U/u, and press ENTER ( ). The file information appears on the screen.
Operation On-Screen display You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. Displaying content information on-screen BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE 53 i Movie Information – Select this option and press ENTER ( ) to display movie information 2. Select an option using U/u. 3. Use I/i to adjust the selected option value. 4. Press RETURN (O) to exit the On-Screen display. NOTE 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to show various playback information.
Operation Playing from selected time BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE 1. Press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time. 2. Select the [Time] option and then input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. For example, to find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter “21020”. Press I/i to skip the playback 60 seconds forward or backward. 3. Press ENTER ( ) to start playback from selected time.
Operation Watching from a different angle BD DVD If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback. Changing the Picture Mode BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE You can change the [Picture mode] option during playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the on-screen display. 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the on-screen display. 2. Use U/u to select the [Picture Mode] option. 2.
Operation Enjoying BD-Live™ This unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc., with BD-Video supporting BONUSVIEW™ (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard Profile). Secondary video and audio can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-picture function. For the playback method, refer to the instructions in the disc.
Operation Playing a movie file and VR disc 57 NOTE • The file requirements are described on page 11. • You can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 46-55. You can play DVD-RW discs that are recorded in Video Recording (VR) format and movie files contained in a disc or USB device. 1. Press HOME ( ). • Unfinalized DVD VR format discs may not be played in this player. • Some DVD-VR disc are made with CPRM data by DVD recorder. This unit cannot support these kinds of discs.
Operation Selecting a subtitle file Changing subtitle code page MOVIE MOVIE If a movie file name and the subtitle file name are the same, subtitle file is played automatically when playing the movie file. If the subtitle is not displayed properly, You can change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle file properly. If the subtitle file name is different with the movie file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the [Movie] menu before playing the movie. 1.
Operation Viewing a photo You can view photo files using this player. 1. Press HOME ( 59 To play a slide show Press B (PLAY) to start slide show. To stop a slide show Press x (STOP) while slide show. ). To pause a slide show Press X (PAUSE) while slide show. Press B (PLAY) to re-start the slide show. To skip to the next/previous photo 2. Select [Photo] using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 3. Select the device using I/i, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation Options while viewing a photo You can use various options during viewing a photo in full screen. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the option menu. Listening to music while slide show You can display photo files while listening to music files. 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Select an option using U/u. a b c d e f g h 4 2. Select [Photo] or [Home Link] using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 3. Select the [Disc] or [USB] option using I/i, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation 7. Use U/u to select a device, and press ENTER ( ). Devices that you can select may differ depending on the location of the photo file you are displaying in full screen. Photo location Available Device Disc Disc, USB USB Disc, USB Share Folder on your PC (CIFS) CIFS DLNA server DLNA server 8. Use U/u to select a file or a folder you wish to play. Listening to music The player can play Audio CDs and music files 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Select [Music] using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 3.
Operation Audio CD Recording You can record one desired track or all of the tracks in Audio CD to a USB storage device. 1. Insert a USB storage device to the USB port on the front panel. 2. Insert CD The playback starts automatically. 3. Press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the option menu. Or Press z REC button on the remote control. You can record all musics in the audio CD. 4. Use U/u to select [CD Recording] option, and press ENTER ( ) to display the [CD Recording] menu.
Operation 63 NOTE • The table below shows the average recording time from an audio track with 4 minutes of playback time to a music file with 192 kbps as an example. stop mode during playback 1.4 min. 2 min. • All times in the above table are approximate. • Actual recording time for USB storage device varies depending on the USB storage device’s ability. • Make sure that there is minimum of 50 MB free space when recording into the USB storage device.
Operation Viewing information from Gracenote Media Database The player can access to the Gracenote Media Database and loads the music information so that Track name, Artist Name, Genre and other text information can be displayed on the list. BD/DVD While listening to music from the movie playback, press MUSIC ID to start loading music information from the Gracenote Media Database.
Operation Playing the iPod Preparation • Before connecting the iPod, turn this unit off and reduce the volume of this unit to its minimum. 1. Connect the iPod firmly. If you turn this unit on, your iPod is automatically turned on and recharging starts. Connect the iPod Connect the cradle and put your iPod on it. NOTE • An error message “CHECK IPOD” or “Connected iPod model is not supported.” appears when: - your iPod is not available for the function to be operated.
Operation Radio Operations Deleting all the saved stations Press and hold CLEAR for two seconds. “ERASE ALL” will flash up. Press CLEAR again. Then all the saved stations are deleted. Be sure that the antenna is connected. (Refer to the page 29) Listening to the radio 1. Press RADIO&INPUT until TUNER (FM) appears in the display window. The last received station is tuned in. Improving poor FM reception Press B (blue) (MONO/STEREO) coloured button on the remote control.
Operation Playing content via your home network This Player can browse and play content from your PC and DLNA certified media servers connected on your home network. About DLNA 67 Accessing a DLNA media server 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 31). 2. Press HOME ( ). 3. Select [Home Link] using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 4. Select a DLNA media server from the list using U/u, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation NOTE • The file requirements are described on page 11. • You can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 46-55. • Because the compatibility and available playback functions on the [Home Link] menu are tested on the bundle DLNA server (Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials) environment, file requirements and playback functions on the [Home Link] menu may differ depending on media servers.
Operation • Graphics card with at least 32 MB video memory, minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels, and 16-bit colour settings Sharing files and folders • Windows® Internet Explorer® 6.0 or higher On your computer, you must share the folder contained movie, music and/or photo content to play them using [Home Link] features. • DirectX® 9.0c revision 30 (August 2006) or higher This parts explains the procedure for selecting the shared folders on your computer.
Operation Accessing a share folder from your PC NOTE • The file requirements are described on page 11. 1. Start your PC that connected on your local area network. • You can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 46-55. 2. On your PC, share folders which contain movie, photo or music files. • The thumbnail of the unplayable files can be displayed in the [Home Link] menu, but those cannot be played on this player. 3. On the player, check the network connection and settings (page 31). 4.
Operation Entering a network user ID and the password Depending on your PC’s environment, you may need to enter a network user ID and the password for accessing a shared folder. 1. The keyboard menu appears automatically if the network user ID and the password are required. 2. Use U/u/I/i to select a character then press ENTER ( ) to confirm your selection on the keyboard menu. 71 3.
Operation Using NetCastTM Entertainment Access YouTube You can use various content services via Internet with NetCast Entertainment Access feature. Watch YouTube videos on your TV 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 31). 2. Press HOME ( ). 3. Select the [NetCast] using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 4. Select an option using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). You can browse, search and watch YouTube videos over the internet on your TV via your LG Blu-ray disc™ player. 1.
Operation 73 About the YouTube menu There are various options on the YouTube menu. Use U/u/I/i to select an option and press ENTER ( ) to select the options as described below. Featured – The featured videos list will be displayed. Recent Videos – The most recently updated videos list will be displayed. Most Viewed – The most viewed videos list will be displayed. The period option appears at the bottom of the screen. Top Rated – The best rated videos list from YouTube server will be displayed.
Operation Using the virtual keyboard Keypad Mode On the virtual keyboard, there are two input modes for the entering a character. Press the yellow (Y) coloured button to toggle the display between keyboard mode and keypad mode. This mode allows you to enter letters by pressing the buttons on the remote control. Press the buttons with the required letter once, twice, three or four times until the letter is displayed.
Operation You can search for videos by entering search words of up to 128 characters. 3. When you finish entering the user name and the password, select [OK] and press ENTER ( ) to sign in. 1. Use I/i to select [Search] option from the menu and press ENTER ( ) to display the virtual keyboard. 4. If you want to sign out, select the [Sign Out] from the YouTube menu and press ENTER ( ). Searching videos Refer to “Using the virtual keyboard” on page 74 for using the virtual keyboard.
Operation Picasa Web Albums Enjoy photo albums from friends and family on the Picasa Web Albums on-line service. View Picasa Web Albums on your TV 1. On the player, select the [Picasa Web Albums] option in the [NetCast] menu using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). Featured photos are displayed on the screen. 2. Use U/u/I/i to select a photo and press ENTER ( ) to view the photo in full screen. 4 Operation Button Operation B Starts a slide show. INFO/ DISPLAY Displays the photo option menu.
Operation About the Picasa Web Albums menu Adding friends There are various options on the Picasa Web Albums menu. Use U/u/I/i to select an menu option and press ENTER ( ) to select the options as described below. If you add your friends on the [NetCast Friends] menu, you can see the photos of your friend’s public photos directly. Home – The featured photo list will be displayed. NetCast Friends – List of your friends will be displayed. 1.
Operation Searching photos You can enter a search word to find related photos. 1. Select the [Search] on the Picasa Web Albums menu using U/u/I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 2. Enter a search word using the virtual keyboard. Refer to “Using the virtual keyboard” on page 74 for using the virtual keyboard. 3. Select [OK] using U/u/I/i, and press ENTER ( ) to display the search result. NOTE 4 The search result from the player may differ from the result when searched from a web browser on PC. 3.
Operation Using the AccuWeather 79 5. Select a city using U/u/I/i, and press ENTER ( ). 6. Use U/u/I/i to select [Home] and press ENTER ( ) to display weather information of the selected city. See on-line local and global weather forecasts from AccuWeather.com. Viewing weather information 1. On the player, select the [AccuWeather] option in the [NetCast] menu using I/i, and press ENTER ( ). The city selection menu appears on the screen.
Operation Adding more cities 1. Use I/i to select [Favorite City List] on the AccuWeather menu, and press ENTER ( ). 2. Press ENTER ( ) while [Add City to Favorite City List] is selected. 3. Select a region, country and city using U/u/I/i and ENTER ( ). 4. Repeats step 2-3 to add up to 5 cities. 4 Select the [X] symbol and press ENTER ( ) to delete the stored favorite city. Operation 5. Use U/u to select a city from the [Favorite City List], and press ENTER ( ) to display the weather information.
Maintenance 81 5 Maintenance Notes on Discs Handling the Unit Handling Discs 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. Never stick paper or tape on the disc. Storing Discs Cleaning Discs • Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit. • Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface.
Troubleshooting 6 Troubleshooting General 6 Troubleshooting The Power does not turn on. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The unit does not start playback. • Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, colour system, and regional code.) • Place the disc with the playback side down. • Clean the disc. • Cancel the rating function or change the rating level. The angle cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD Video being played.
Troubleshooting 83 Picture There is no picture. Picture noise appears Blu-ray 3D™ disc playback does not output 3D views. • Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the picture from the unit appears on the TV screen. • Connect the video connection securely. • Check the [HDMI Color Setting] in the [Setup] menu is set to the appropriate item that conforms to your video connection. • Your TV may not support the resolution you have set on the player.
Troubleshooting Network BD-Live™ feature does not work. 6 • The connected USB storage may not have enough space. Connect the USB storage with at least 1GB free space. • Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (see page 31). • Your broadband speed may not fast enough to use the BDLive™ features. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and increase the broadband speed is recommended.
Appendix 1 85 7 Appendix 2 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control 3 You can control your TV using the buttons below. Setting up the remote to control your TV You can operate your LG/GoldStar TV with the supplied remote control. While holding down TV POWER button, press PR/CH U/u. Release the TV POWER button to complete setting. When you replace the batteries of the remote, you may have reset the remote control. 4 TV Control Buttons Operation 1 (TV Power) Turn the TV on or off.
Appendix Area Code List Choose an area code from this list.
Appendix 87 Language code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu].
Appendix 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 NOTE • Pressing ENTER ( ) while checking for the update will end the process. • If there is no update available, the Message, “No update is found.” appears. Press ENTER ( ) to return to the [Home Menu]. 4. If newer version exists, the message “A new update was found. Do you want to download it?” appears. 89 CAUTION Do not turn off the power during the software update. 9. When update is completed, the message, “Update is complete.
Appendix Video output resolution Video Out Resolution 576i (480i) 576p (480p) 576p (480p) 576p (480p) 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080p / 24 Hz 1080p / 24 Hz 1080p / 50 (60) Hz 1080p / 50 (60) Hz HDMI OUT connection VIDEO OUT connection • For the 576i (480i) resolution setting, real output resolution of HDMI OUT will change to 576p (480p). The resolution of the VIDEO OUT jack is always outputted at 576i (480i) resolution.
Appendix 91 Trademarks and Licences “Blu-ray Disc™” is a trademark. “Blu-ray 3D™” and “Blu-ray 3D™” logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc™ Association. “BD-Live™” logo is a trademark of Blu-ray Disc™ Association. “BONUSVIEW™” is trademark of Blu-ray Disc™ Association. Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Appendix DivX is a registered trademark of DivX, Inc., and is used under license. “x.v.Colour” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
Appendix Specifications 93 Tuner • FM Tuning Range: 87.5 to 108.0 MHz or 87.50 to 108.00 MHz General • Power requirements: AC 200 - 240 V, 50/ 60 Hz • Power consumption: 25 W • Dimensions (W x H x D): Wall Mounted 580 x 199 x 54 mm With stand 580 x 215 x 138 mm • Net Weight (Approx.): 3.1 kg (With stand: 3.
Appendix Speakers • Front speaker (Left/ Right) Type: Impedance Rated: Input Power: Max. Input power: Net Dimensions (W x H x D): Net Weight: • Rear speaker (Left/ Right) Type: Impedance Input Power: Max. Input power: Net Dimensions (W x H x D): Net Weight: • Centre speaker Type: Impedance Rated: Input Power: Max. Input power: Net Dimensions (W x H x D): Net Weight: Appendix • Subwoofer Type: Impedance Rated: Input Power: Max.
Appendix Important Information Relating to Network Services PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. USE OF THE NETWORK SERVICES IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Use of the Network Services requires an Internet connection which is sold separately and for which you are solely responsible. The Network Services may be limited or restricted depending upon the quality, capabilities and technical limitations of your Internet service.
Appendix Open source software notice Appendix 7 The following GPL executables and LGPL libraries used in this product are subject to the GPL2.0/ LGPL2.1 License Agreements: GPL EXECUTABLES: Linux kernel 2.6, bash, busybox, cramfs, dhcpcd, e2fsprogs, fdisk, mkdosfs, mtd-utils, net-tools, procps, samba-3.0.25b, sysutils, tcpdump, tftpd, tinylogin, unzip, utelnetd LGPL LIBRARIES: uClibc, DirectFB, blowfish, cairo, ffmpeg, iconv, libusb, mpg123, webkit gSOAP Public License 1.
Appendix Gracenote® End User Licence Agreement This application or device contains software from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville, California (“Gracenote”). The software from Gracenote (the “Gracenote Software”) enables this application to perform disc and/or file identification and obtain music-related information, including name, artist, track, and title information (“Gracenote Data”) from online servers or embedded databases (collectively, “Gracenote Servers”) and to perform other functions.
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