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proper ventilation is provided instruction has been adhered ,_ CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
13. Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these 2. Keep these instructions. instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus 6. Clean 7. 8. 9. 14. near water. 11. Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 12. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
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, analog signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents. The operation of this product and restrictions on this product may vary depending on your time of purchase as those restrictions may be adopted and/or changed by AACS after the production of this product.
Introduction Handling the Unit To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your player. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location. About the _ Symbol Display Symbols Used in this Manual Note: Indicates special notes and operating features. I=]m] BD-ROM disc )mlvA m) DVD-Video, DVD+R/RW in Video mode or VR mode and finalized r,.\vLt]'
Notes: Playable Discs B/u-rayoisc -Blu-ray Discs Disc such as movies that can be purchased or rented _ BD-R/RE discs that contain audio titles, MP3, WMA, or Photo files.
BD-ROM Disc Features Menu sounds BD-ROM Discs can store 25 GB (single layer) or 50 GB (dual layer) on a single sided disc - about 5 to 10 times the capacity of a DVD. BD-ROM Discs also support the highest quality HD video available in the industry (up to 1920 x 1080) - Large capacity means no compromise on video quality. Furthermore, a BD-ROM disc has the same familiar size and look as DVD. • The following BD-ROM disc features are disc dependent • Appearance and navigation and will vary.
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 AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) • 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. • The MPEG-4 AVC/H.
Remote control • E! • • • • • [] • • • • • • INPUT (TUNER): Changes the input source (FM, AM, AUX, PORTABLE, OPTICAL, COAXIAL, HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2). • POWER: Switches the player ON or OFF. Display. • • • Direction buttons: PRESET (A/T): • [] • • • • buttons: • [] • • • Select numbered • • • options in a (@): Selects a subtitle language. RESOLUTION: Sets the output resolution for HDMI and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. MARKER: Marks any point during playback.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page i0 _/[h T Front panel [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] [] _/I (POWER) Button Switches the unit ON or OFE [] Disc Tray Insert a disc here. [] iPod Dock [] Connect your iPod here. Push _ to open the iPod Dock. USB Port Connect a USB device. [] Display Window Shows the current status of the player. [] VOLUME Adjusts speaker volume. [] Remote Sensor Point the remote control here.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page ii _/ih i Rear panel [] [] [] _1_! [][]m _ kl Ill [] [] [] [] AC Power Cord Plug into the power source. [] DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment. [] SPEAKER Connectors Connect the speakers. [] PORT. IN [] Cooling [] [] FM ANTENNA Connector Connect the FM antenna. COMPONENT VIDEO (Y PB PR) OUTPUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 12 _/ih T Assembling Before connecting the Speakers the speakers, in the following assemble steps the speakers. (The illustrations are for the front [] Attach the speaker to the desktop stand. Secure the speaker with the screws. Speaker Connection Attaching the speakers to the player speakers.) [] [] You will have received six speaker cables. Each one is color-coded by a band near each end and connects the six speakers to the player.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 13 _/ih i Positioning Grey Rear Behind you and to your right. Blue Rear Behind you and to your left. Green Center Above or below screen, directly infront of you. Orange Sub Woofer This can be placed in any front position. Red Front In front of you, to the right of the screen. White Front In front of you, to the left of the screen. the System The following illustration shows an example of positioning the system.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 14 _/ih i Connections Set the TV's source to HDMI (refer to TV's Owner's manual). to your TV Make one of the following connections, your existing equipment. depending on the capabilities Notes: of • You must select a HDMI audio output that your TV accepts using [HDMI Audio] options on the [Setup] menu (see page 26).
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 15 _/ih T Additional Information for HDMI Tip: When you use COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connection, you can change the resolution for the output. (Refer to "Resolution setting" on page 16-17.) • When you connecta HDMI or DVI compatibledevicemake sure ofthe 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.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 16 _/ih T Resolution Available resolution according to the resolution setting Setting The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu or pressing the RESOLUTION button in [Home Menu] and [Setup] Menu. • When the non-copy protected VideoOutput ResolutionSetting Note: media is playing back HDMIOUT COMPONENTVIDEOOUT ....
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 17 _/ih i HDMI Internet OUT connection • For the 480i resolution setting, real output resolution of HDMI OUT will change to 480p. This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, BD-Live interactivity, and streaming services such Netflix, etc.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 18 _/ih Y Our company is not responsible tion. BD Player Router or Modem The features of BD-ROM discs made available through the Internet Connection feature are not created or provided by our company, and our company is not responsible for their functionality or continued availability. Some disc related material available by the Internet Connection may not be compatible with this player.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 19 _/ih Y Network Software Updating 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.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 20 _/ih Y 6. When downloading is completed, the message, "Download complete. Do you want to update?" appears. is 7. Select OK (Selecting re-usable. procedure to start updating. [Cancel] will end the update and downloaded file will not be To update software the next time, the software update has to be started from the beginning again.) Cal4tion: Do not turn off the power during the software update.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 21 _/ih i Setting the sound mode Adjust the speaker You can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND repeatedly until the desired mode appears on the front panel display or the TV screen. The setting the sound mode is not available when [HDMI Audio] is set to [On] (see page 26). You can adjust the sound level of each speaker. Press SPK LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired speaker to set. Press VOL.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 22 _/ih Y Notes: This unit supports only USB Flash Drive and USB External HDD with FAT16 or FAT32 format. 1. Connect a USB device: The USB device can be used for the local storage for enjoying BD-Live discs with Internet. m 2 Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME 3 Select a main option: [Photo] or [Music] option _1 I_, ENTER This unit can support up to 4 partitions of the USB device. Do not extract the USB device during operation (play, etc.).
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 23 _/ih T 1 Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME 1 Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME 2 Select the [Setup] option: _1 I_, ENTER ENTER 3 Select a desired option on the first level: AT HOME 4 Move to second level: 2 Select an option: 3 Displays the selected option menu: 5 Select a desired option on the second level: AT 6 Move to third level: 7 Adjust or confirm the setting: Some items require additional steps.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 24 _/ih T Resolution [DISPLAY] Menu Sets the output resolution of the Component and HDMI video signal. Refer to "Resolution Setting" on page 16-17 for details about the resolution. [Auto] - If the HDMI OUT jack is connected for TVs providing display information (EDID), automatically selects the resolution best suited to the connected TV. If the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT is only connected, this changes the resolution to 1080i as default resolution.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 25 _/ih Y [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.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 26 _/ih T HD Audio Effect [LOCK] Menu (Parental Selects whether to mix or not mix primary audio and secondary audio. The [LOCK] settings affect only Netflix movie, BD and DVD playback. Control) [Off] - Outputs the primary audio only. [On] - Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the primary audio, secondary audio and sound effects. HD AV Sync Sometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between picture and sound.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 27 _/ih Y Rating Blocks playback of rated disc based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.) [Rating 1-8] - Rating one (1) has the most restrictions (8) is the least restrictive. and rating eight [Unlock] - If you select unlock, parental control is not active and the disc plays in full. BD Age Set an age limit of BD-ROM play. Use number buttons to input an age limit for BD-ROM viewing. [255] -All BD-ROM can be played.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 28 _/ih Y [NETWORK] How to check the network configuration Menu Select [IP Mode] option and check the Network status indicator shown above the menu. (The Network status indicator changes according to Network configuration.) The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD Live, Netfiix features and Pandora features. Some BD-ROM discs may enable you to access special BD-ROM sites, if you connect the player to the Internet.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 29 _/ih Y Software Update [OTHERS] Menu You can update the software by connecting update server (see page 19-20). Netflix the unit directly to the software ESN We provide you the Netflix ESN (Electronic Serial Number) that allows you to rent and purchase videos using the Netflix website. For more information, please visit: www.netflix.com Select [Netflix ESN] option and the serial number will appear.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 30 _/ih T Resume playback 1 Open the disc tray: 2 Insert a disc: OPEN/CLOSE (_) 3 Close the disc tray: OPEN/CLOSE (_) 4 Adjust the disc menu settings: A disc menu may not appear on the screen depending on the disc. • • 41•, ENTER 5 Starts PLAY (IP_) <6 Stops playback: During playback, press STOP (•) to stop playback. The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. "11•" appears on the screen briefly.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 31 _/ih i Playing repeatedly | Marker Search _ During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. The current title, chapter or track will be played back repeatedly. To return to normal playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select [OFF]. To enter a Marker You can start playback from up to nine memorized points. To enter a marker, press MARKER at the desired point on the disc. The Marker icon appears on the TV screen briefly.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 32 _/ih T Selecting a subtitle language | During playback, press SUBTITLE language. | NoteS: | Settings are stored in memory for use any time. This unit does not memorize settings of a disc if you switch off the unit before commencing to play it. Last Scene Memory function for a previous disc is erased once a different disc is played. This function may not work depending on the disc.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 33 _/ih T Moving to another title/chapter 1 Play the disc loaded on the unit: 2 Displays the playback menu: DISPLAY 3 Select an item: AT 4 Adjust the playback When a disc has more than one title/chapter, you can move to another title/chapter/track. Press DISPLAY during playback then use • / • to select the [Title/Chapter] icon. Then, press the appropriate numbered button (0-9) or _ / I_ to select a title/chapter number.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 34 _/ih T Caution: 1 Inserts a BD-ROM disc with BD-LIVE features: TM 2 Check the network connection and settings: BD-Live features need the internet connection. OPEN/CLOSE Do not extract the connected USB device while content is being downloaded or a Blu-ray disc is still in the disc tray. Doing so may damage the connected USB device and BD-Live features may not operate properly with the damaged USB device anymore.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 35 _/ih Y Playing secondary video (picture-in-picture) Secondary video can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-inpicture function. For the playback method, refer to the instructions for the disc. To turn on/off secondary video, press PIE Secondary video is played. Press the button to turn it ON or OFF. 1 Insert a disc and close the tray. The [MOVIE] menu appears on the TV screen.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 36 _/ih i Movie List menu options Use • / • to select a title on the [MOVIE] menu then press ENTER. The menu options appear. Use • / • to select an option, then press ENTER. • [Play] Starts playback of the selected title. • [Resume Play] Starts playback from where you stopped it previously. • [Close] Exits menu options. Also you can disappear RETURN button.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 37 _/ih Y On the [MUSIC] menu, use red (A) or blue (D) button to move to the previous or next page. The equalizer indicator is not coupled with the music in play back. If there is impossible code to express in the file name, it may be displayed as illegible. 1 Insert Audio CD or a disc containing WMA files, or connect the USB device containing MP3/WMA files. You can use variable playback functions.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 38 _/ih i MP3/WMA audio file requirement File extensions: ".mp3", ".wma" Sampling frequency: within 32 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 32 - 48 kHz (WMA) Bit rate: within 32 - 320 kbps (MP3), within 40 - 320 kbps (WMA) CD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, BD-R/RE Format: ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format Maximum Insert a disc containing photo files, or connect the USB device containing photo files.
}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 39 _/ih i Select a folder then press ENTER and you can view the files in the folder. If you want to move to the upper directory, use •/•/_/1_ highlight [UP Folder] and press ENTER. Photo file requirement to File extensions: Recommended On the [PHOTO] menu, use red (A) or blue (D) button to move to the previous or next page.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 40 _/ih T 1 Check the network connection See page 17-18 and 28. and settings: 3. On your computer, visit www.netflix.com/activate. 4. If necessary, enter your [Email Address] and [Password] your account. 5, 2 Check the network See page 28. 3 Displays the [Home configurations: Menu]: Enter the activation to log into code that appears on your TV screen.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 41 _/ih i Using your player for Netflix After you activate your player, you're ready to add movies & TV episodes to your instant Queue. You can then use your player's remote to browse your instant Queue and to select and watch titles on your TV. You will be amazed at how quick and easy it is. Your instant Queue works just like your DVD Queue. Add and manage the movies & TV episodes in your instant Queue from the Netflix website on your computer.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 42 _/ih i Selecting a movie to watch on your TV Playing a movie After you set up your player and add movies & TV episodes, you can browse and watch them on your TV. While watching a movie or TV episode from Netflix via your player, you have full control over your viewing experience. You can use the buttons on the remote to pause and resume viewing and to scan forward and backward, just like when you watch a DVD.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 43 _/ih T 2, 1 Check the network connection See page 17-18 and 28. 2 Check the network See page 28. 3 Displays and settings: configurations: m HOME the [Home Menu]: If you don't already have a Pandora account you will need to create one. Select [No] by pressing _1 / I_, and then press ENTER. On your TV screen you will see an activation code.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 44 _ih i 3, Notes: Enter your Pandora user name and password on the virtual keyboard with the supplied remote. • Pandora will pause a playback after eight hours without any input. At this point, Pop-up message appears and you have to press ENTER to resume the music. • You may not get the song informations according to the network conditions. • For questions regarding the Pandora service please visit: http:llwww.pandora.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 45 _/Jh T Adding multiple Pandora user accounts HOME It is easy to setup more than one Pandora user account on this device. Everyone in your household can create their own Pandora accounts so they can create and listen to their own stations. When you have finished listening to musics streamed from Pandora, simply press the HOME button on the remote control to go to the Home Menu. II,,IIH Skips to the next song. (This is limited to at most 6 times.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 46 _/ih i 1 Select FM or AM: TUNER (INPUT) 2 Select a radio station: TUN.-/+ 3 To save a radio station: ENTER For details about iPod, refer to the iPod User Guide. Preparation To view iPod's Videos and Photos on the TV screen. - Be sure to use the video connection through the VIDEO OUT jack on the rear panel of this unit. Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 47 _ih i Notes: • Compatibility with your iPod may vary depending on the type of your iPod. Select a menu item Press • • and I_ or ENTER. Go back to the previous menu Press RETURN (o_) or DiSC MENU or _1. Browse for a song From the main menu, select Music. Browse for a video From the main menu, select Videos. Play a song Select the song or video and press ENTER.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 48 _/ih T {ou can enjoy the sound of your portable audio player from the speakers of the system. You can enjoy the sound of your component with the analog audio output jacks from the speakers of the system. To the audio output jacks of your component (TV, VCR, etc.) 1 Connect the headphones (or line out ) jack of the portable audio player into the PORT.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 49 _/ih T An easy way to enjoy superior audio and video performance from all of your high-def sources, such as cable boxes and game systems, is to use the 2 HDMI inputs on your home theater system. {ou can enjoy the sound of your component with the digital optical or coaxial output jack from the speakers of the system.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 50 _/ih i Reference To program the remote to control manufacturer code Controlling a TV with the Supplied Universal Remote Control the TV using the If your TV is listed in the table on the next page, set the appropriate manufacturer code. You can control the volume, input source, and power state of your TV with the supplied Universal Remote Control. 1. You can control your TV using the buttons below. Number 2.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 51 _/ih T Code numbers Manufacturer of controllable Code Number TVs Manufacturer Code Number ..AD.M.!.R.AL .................................................. !.6._33.,.3.7._44._45 ........................................... MAGNAVOX AIWA 01,02,04,05,06 70 07,08,09,20, Manufacturer .... Code Number SONY ................................................................. 1..2._62 ..................................................................
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}{B954PA-AI).BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 53 _/ih Y No power • The power cord is disconnected • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely The power is on, but the player does not work • No disc is inserted • Insert a disc (Check the disc indicator in the display window is lit.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 54 _/ih Y BD-Live feature does not work. A USB device is not connected. USB device does not have enough Internet connection Radio stations cannot be is not established. Secure at least 1GB free space in the USB device for using BD-Live features Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (see page 17-18). The [BD-LIVE connection] option in the [Setup] menu is set to [Prohibited].
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 55 _/ih i Specifications System General Laser: Power requirements: Semiconductor wavelength: AC 120 V~, 60 Hz 130 W laser, 405nm / 650 nm Signal system: Standard NTSC color TV system Approx. 16.9 x 2.9 x 14.9 inches (430 x 76 x 379 mm) without foot Frequency 20 Hz to 20 kHz Net Weight (Approx.): 10.5 Ibs (4.8 kg) Harmonic distortion: Less than 0.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 56 _/ih Y IMPORTANT INFORMATION NETWORK SERVICES RELATING PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. USE OF THE NETWORK SERVICES SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
HB954PA-AD.BUSALL_ENG_2855 3/20/09 5:26 PM Page 57 _/ih Y Open source software The following GPL executables subject to the GPL2.0/LGPL2.1 notice and LGPL libraries used in this product are License Agreements: GPL EXECUTABLES: Linux kernel 2.
lit[e-]I_1__, II'Gt',_ I_ |vlv_.. Ltti..__,l 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.
