ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL Smart TV Upgrader Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. ST600 P/NO : SAC35193510 www.lg.
Getting Started Safety Information 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.
Getting Started Disposal of your old appliance 1 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. Getting Started 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.
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 3 8 8 8 10 10 10 10 11 11 Safety Information Introduction – About the “7” Symbol Display – File requirement – About DLNA – Certain System Requirements – LG Remote – Compatibility Notes Main Unit Remote control 2 Connecting 12 12 13 14 14 16 16 17 18 18 21 21 Connecting the AC Adapter – HDMI Connecting to Your TV – Resolution Setting Connecting to an Amplifier – Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output – Connecting to an Amplifier via Digita
Table of Contents 5 Troubleshooting 44 44 44 45 45 45 45 Troubleshooting – General – Picture – Resetting – Network – Customer Support – Open source software notice 6 Appendix 46 46 46 47 47 Network Software Update – Network update notification – Software Update About Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials – Installing Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials – Sharing files and folders Trademarks and Licenses Audio Output Specifications Specifications Maintenance – Handling the Unit Important Information Relating to Networ
Getting Started Introduction 1 About the “7” Symbol Display Getting Started “7” 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. File requirement Video files File Location File Extension Codec Format USB “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf”, “.wmv”, “.m4v” (DRM free) DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, DIVX5.xx, DIVX6.xx (standard playback only), XVID, H.
Getting Started 9 ,,Note yy The file name is limited to 180 characters. yy Maximum files/Folder: Less than 2000 (total number of files and folders) yy Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the contents on the media. yy The file requirements on page 8 are not always compatible. There may have some restrictions by file features and media server’s ability.
1 Getting Started Getting Started About DLNA LG Remote This Unit is a DLNA Certified digital media unit that can display and play movie, photo and music content from your DLNA-compatible digital media server (PC and Consumer Electronics). You can control this unit with your iPhone or Android phone via your home network. This unit and your phone must be connected to your wireless network device such as access point.
Getting Started 11 Main Unit a b c d 1 Getting Started e f g h a LAN port e Power indicator b HDMI OUT (1080p) f Remote sensor c OPTICAL AUDIO OUT g USB port d DC IN 12V (AC adapter input) h RESET Remote control a 1 (POWER): Switches the unit ON or OFF. b m (MENU): Displays or exits On-Screen Display. g Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons: They are also used for [Smart Share], [Premium], [LG Apps] and [Web Browser] menu. c Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu.
2 Connecting Connecting the AC Adapter HDMI Connecting to Your TV Connect the unit to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter. Connect the power cord to the adapter, and then plug the other end into an AC outlet. If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this unit using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ Cable). Connect the HDMI jack on the unit to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.
Connecting Additional Information for HDMI Resolution Setting yy When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following: The unit provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. -- Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this unit. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this unit. 13 1. Press HOME (n). -- The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.
Connecting Connecting to an Amplifier Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output Connect the unit’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a HDMI cable. yy HDMI Audio connection (page 14) yy Digital Audio connection (page 15) 2 Connecting Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” on page 50 for details.
Connecting 15 Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output Connect the unit’s OPTICAL AUDIO OUT jack to the corresponding in jack (OPTICAL) on your amplifier using an optional digital audio cable. Rear of the unit 2 Connecting Optical cable OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT Receiver/Amplifier You will need to activate the unit’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on page 24.
Connecting Connecting to your Home Network 2 Connecting This unit 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, Web Browser and on-line content services.
Connecting Wired Network Setup If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this unit will automatically be allocated an IP address. After making the physical connection, a small number of home networks may require the unit’s network setting to be adjusted. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow. Preparation 1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the [Setup] menu then press Center button. 2. The [Connection Setting] menu appear on the screen.
Connecting Wireless Network Connection Another connection option is to use an Access Point or a wireless router. The network configuration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment. 2 Connecting This unit is equipped with an IEEE 802.11n (Dualband, 5 GHz and 2.4 GHz band) wireless module, which also supports the 802.11a/b/g standards. For the best wireless performance, we recommend using a IEEE 802.
Connecting 2. The [Connection Setting] menu appear on the screen. Use W/S to select [Wireless] and press Center button. 3. Select [Yes] and press Center button to continue. The new connection settings reset the current network settings. [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].
Connecting Notes on Network Connection: yy Many network connection problems during set up can often be fixed by re-setting the router or modem. After connecting the unit to the home network, quickly power off and/or onnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem. Then power on and/or connect the power cable again. 2 Connecting yy Depending on the internet service provider (ISP), the number of devices that can receive internet service may be limited by the applicable terms of service.
Connecting USB device connection This unit can play video, audio and photo files contained in the USB device. Playback content in the USB device 1. Insert a USB device to the USB port until it fits into place. 21 ,,Note yy This unit supports USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (audio, photo, video). yy This unit can support up to 8 partitions of the USB device. yy Do not extract the USB device during operation (play, etc.).
System Setting Settings [DISPLAY] Menu TV Aspect Ratio Adjust the Setup Settings You can change the settings of the unit in the [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME (n). 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.
System Setting 23 Resolution HDMI Color Setting Sets the output resolution of the Component and HDMI video signal. Refer to page 13 for details about the resolution setting. Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your display device. [Auto] [YCbCr] If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to TVs providing display information (EDID), automatically selects the resolution best suited to the connected TV.
System Setting [AUDIO] Menu Set the unit’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. ,,Note Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” on page 50 for details. HDMI / Digital Output [PCM Stereo] 3 Select if you connect this unit’s HDMI OUT or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to a device with twochannel digital stereo decoder.
System Setting 25 [NETWORK] Menu [OTHERS] Menu The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, Web Browser and on-line content services. DivX® VOD Connection Setting If your home network environment is ready to connect the unit, the unit needs to be set the wired or wireless network connection for network communication. (See “Connecting to your Home Network” on pages 16.) Connection Status Wi-Fi Direct This player is a Wi-Fi Direct™ certified device.
System Setting Factory Set You can reset the unit to its original factory settings. ,,Note If you reset the unit to its original factory settings using [Factory Set] option, you have to set all the activation for the on-line services and network settings again. Software [Information] Displays the current software version. 3 [Update] System Setting You can update the software by connecting the unit directly to the software update server (see page 46).
Operating 27 General Playback Using [HOME] menu The home menu appears when you press HOME (n). Use W/S/A/D to select a category and press Center button. Playing a file media from a USB device This unit can play video, audio and photo files contained in the USB device. 1. Insert a USB device into the USB port until it fits into place. 2. Press HOME (n). 3. Select [Smart Share] using A/D, and press Center button. 5. Select [USB] option using W/S, and press Center button. 6.
Operating Playing a file media from a network server This unit can play video, audio and photo files located in a PC or a DLNA server through your home network. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 16). 2. Press HOME (n). 3. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using W/S, and press Center button. 4. Select a DLNA media server or a share folder on your PC on the list using W/S, and press Center button.
Operating 29 Wi-Fi Direct™ Connection Connecting to a Wi-Fi Direct™ certified device 6. Select a server that shared from the connected Wi-Fi Direct™ device using W/S, and press Center button to navigate the server. This player can play movie, music and photo files located in a Wi-Fi Direct™ certified device. The Wi-Fi Direct™ technology make the player to be directely connected to a Wi-Fi Direct™ certified device without connecting to a network device such as an access point. 1.
Operating Connecting to a Wi-Fi available devices This player can connect to a general Wi-Fi device using Wi-Fi Direct™ function. 8. Select a server that shared from the connected Wi-Fi device using W/S, and press Center button to navigate the server. 1. Set the [Wi-Fi Direct] option on the [Setup] menu to [On] (page 25). 2. Press HOME (n). 3. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press Center button. 4. Select [Wi-Fi Direct] option using W/S, and press Center button.
Operating Basic operations for video and audio content Basic operations for photo content To stop playback To play a slide show Press Z (STOP) while playback. Press d (PLAY) to start slide show. To pause playback To stop a slide show Press M (PAUSE) while playback. Press d (PLAY) to resume playback. Press Z (STOP) while slide show. To play frame-by-frame (Video) Press M (PAUSE) while movie playback. Press M (PAUSE) repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame playback.
Operating Advanced Playback Changing content list view Zoom in & out during slide show Method 1 1. During playback, press m (MENU) to display the option menu. On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can change the content list view. Press red (R) colored button repeatedly. 2. Select the [Zoom] option using W/S, and press Center button to display the [Zoom] menu. 3. Use red (R) or green (G) colored button to zoom out or in the picture.
Operating 33 Selecting a subtitle file Options while viewing a photo If the subtitle file name is different from the video file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the [Movie] menu before playing the movie. You can use various options during viewing a photo in full screen. 1. Use W/S/A/D to select the subtitle file you wish to play in the [Movie] menu. 2. Press Center button. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press m (MENU) to display the option menu. 2. Select an option using W/S.
Operating Listening to music while slide show On-Screen display You can display photo files while listening to audio files. You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press m (MENU) to display the option menu. 2. Use W/S to select [Music Select] option, and press Center button to display the [Music Select] menu. 3. Use W/S to select a device, and press Center button. Displaying content information on-screen 1.
Operating 35 Playing from selected time Changing TV Aspect Ratio 1. Press m (MENU) during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time. You can change the TV aspect ratio setting while playback. 2. Select the [Time] option and then input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. 1. During playback, press m (MENU) to display the On-Screen display. For example, to find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter “21020”.
Operating Changing Picture Mode You can change the [Picture mode] option while playback. 1. During playback, press m (MENU) to display the On-Screen display. Using the Premium You can use various content services via Internet with the Premium feature. 2. Use W/S to select the [Picture Mode] option. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 16). 3. Use A/D to select desired option. 2. Press HOME (n). 4. Press BACK(x) to exit the On-Screen display. 3.
Operating 37 Using the LG Apps You can use the LG application services on this unit via Internet. You can easily find and download various applications from LG Apps store. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 16). Depending on the region, LG Apps service may not available at the moment. LG Apps service will be opened for such regions by software updates later. 2. Press HOME (n). 3. Select the [LG Apps] using A/D, and press Center button.
Operating Using the Browser Home You can browser, search web pages using the web browser feature over the Internet. ,,Note About the Browser Home menu There are various options on the Browser Home menu. Use W/S/A/D to select an option and press Center button to select the options as described below. yy Web browser on this unit is different with a web browser on your PC. The web browser on this unit does not support additional plug-ins and platform-dependant technology such as ActiveX.
Operating 39 Editing your favorite web pages In the Favorites menu , you can edit your favorites. 1. Press red (R) colored button to change the highlighter to edit mode. Additional browser options There are various options on the browser menu. Press the corresponding remote buttons to use the options. You can also move the pointer and click the buttons to use the options. 2. The highlighter color will be changed to green color. 3. Select a web page and press Center button to display the [Edit] menu.
Operating Playing content via Media Link You can enjoy music, photo, or video by installing the PLEX application on your PC via home network. ,,Note yy To enjoy Media Link, install PLEX Midea server version on the MAC or PC higher than 0.9.1.14. (You can download it from http://www.plexapp.com/medialink ) yy For the Thai, Arabic, Persian, Hebrew, Kurdish, GUI language is shown in English, carried data is not displayed it.
Operating 41 Using the Media Link Using Movie section 1. Press HOME (n). You can watch movie or view movie information on the movie section. 2. Select the [Media Link] using W/S/A/D, and press Center button. List of Media Link available PCs on your home network are displayed. 3. Use W/S/A/D to select a PC and press Center button to display the options as described below. 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Select the [Media Link] using W/S/A/D, and press Center button. 3.
Operating Using Music section Using TV Program section You can listen to music or view the file information on the music section. You can enjoy the TV program or view program information on the TV program section. 1. Press HOME (n). 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Select the [Media Link] using W/S/A/D, and press Center button. 2. Select the [Media Link] using W/S/A/D, and press Center button. 3. Select a music section using A/D, and press Center button. 3.
Operating 43 Plug-in installation You can enjoy a various media on the web by installing the plug-in. 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Select the [Media Link] using W/S/A/D, and press Center button. 3. Select a Plug-in section using A/D, and press Center button. 4 b If you move the pointer to plug-in you want, the information of plug-in will be displayed. In case of installed plug-in: it can be run, update, reinstalled or deleted.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution No Power. yy Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. Cannot play movie, photo or audio files. yy The files are not recorded in a format that the unit can play. The remote control does not work properly. yy The remote control is not pointed at the remote sensor of the unit. yy The unit does not support the codec of the video file. yy The remote control is too far from the unit.
Troubleshooting 45 Resetting Symptom Cause & Solution You can reset the unit as follows. yy Press RESET button on the unit. This will force the unit to power off. yy Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it in again. Network Symptom Cause & Solution Streaming video services (such as YouTube™, etc.) are often stopped or “buffer” during playback. yy Your broadband service speed may not be fast enough to stream video services.
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 unit will inform you about the update as follows. Option 1: 1. The update menu will appear on the screen when you turn on the unit. 2.
Appendix 47 6. When update is completed, the message, “Update is complete.” will appear, and then power will turn off automatically after 5 seconds. 7. Turn the power back on. The system now operates with the new version. ,,Note The Software Update function may not work properly depending on your internet environment. In this case, you can obtain the latest software from the authorized LG Electronics Service Center then update your unit. Refer to “Customer Support” on page 45.
Appendix yy Graphics card with at least 32 MB video memory, minimum resolution of 800 x 600 pixels, and 16bit color settings yy Windows® Internet Explorer® 6.0 or higher yy DirectX® 9.0c revision 30 (August 2006) or higher yy Network environment: 100 Mb Ethernet, WLAN Start up your computer, and insert the supplied CDROM disc into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. An installation wizard will walk you through the quick and uncomplicated installation process.
Appendix 49 Trademarks and Licenses DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademark of DivX, Inc., and are used under license HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S.
Appendix Audio Output Specifications Digital Output (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) *4 Jack/Setting Source PCM Stereo DTS Re-Encode*3 *5 Primary Pass-Thru Dolby Digital PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital DTS PCM 2ch DTS DTS Linear PCM 2ch PCM 2ch DTS PCM 2ch Linear PCM 5.1ch PCM 2ch DTS PCM 2ch Linear PCM 7.
Appendix 51 Specifications General Power Supply Power consumption Refer to the main label or refer to the main label on the bottom AC adapter DA-18B12 Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 110 x 110 x 29 mm Net Weight (Approx.) 0.
Appendix Maintenance Handling the Unit When shipping the unit Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Keeping the exterior surfaces clean yy Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit. yy Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface. yy Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time.
