DV298H - DVD player LG - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DV298H LG

MODEL: LDA-831 Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

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http://www.lg.ca2 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. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space

such as a bookcase or similar unit. CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instruction have been adhered to. CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service center. Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CAUTION: The apparatus should not be exposed to water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus. CAUTION concerning the Power Cord Most devices should be placed on a dedicated circuit; That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that electronic device and has no additional outlets or branch circuits. Check the specification page of this owner's manual to be certain. Do not overload wall outlets. Overloaded wall outlets, loose or damaged wall outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, or damaged or cracked wire insulation are dangerous. Any of these conditions could result in electric shock or fire. Periodically examine the cord of your appliance, and if its appearance indicates damage or deterioration, unplug it, discontinue use of the appliance, and have the cord replaced with an exact replacement part by an authorized servicer. Protect the power cord from physical or mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked, pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay particular attention to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord plug. When installing the product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible. CAUTION

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

1. Read these instructions. - All these safety and

operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and

use instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in

the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water. – For example:

near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and other areas located near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth. – Unplug this product from

the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from over-heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MANUAL. AND THOSE MARKED ON THE PRODUCT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this product will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing. This product does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future reference. 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 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 Disc. Symbol Used in this Manual Note: Indicates special notes and operating features. Tip: Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier. A section whose title has one of the following symbols is applicable only to the disc represented by the symbol. All discs and file listed below DVD and finalized DVD±R/RW Video CDs Audio CDs MP3 files WMA files DivX files Notes on Discs Handling Discs 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. Storing Discs After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or sources of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to direct sunlight. Cleaning Discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records. DivX WMA MP3 ACD VCD DVD ALL Introduction Introduction6 Types of Playable Discs DVD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Video CD (VCD/SVCD) (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm disc) In addition, this unit plays DVD±R/RW and CD-R/RW, Dual disc, USB Flash Drive 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., heart- shaped or octagonal) since they may result in malfunctions.

• This DVD player requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) and these require certain pre-existing conditions (see above) to ensure compatible playback. Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner. Regional Code This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only DVD discs labeled as the same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”. Notes on Regional Codes

• Most DVD discs have a globe with one or more numbers in it clearly visible on the cover. This number must match your unit’s regional code or the disc cannot play.

• If you try to play a DVD with a different regional code from your player, the message “Check Regional Code” appears on the TV screen. Notes on Copyrights: It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material without permission. This product features the copy protection function developed by Macrovision. Copy protection signals are recorded on some discs. When recording and playing the pictures of these discs picture noise will appear. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. The Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH

DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY

COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY

QUESTIONS REGARDING OUR TV SET

• x (STOP) Stops playback.

• . (SKIP) Returns to the beginning of current chapter or track or go to the previous chapter or track.

• > (SKIP) Go to the next chapter or track. c Disc Tray Insert a disc here. d Display window Shows the current status of the unit. e Remote Sensor Point the Remote Control here. f USB Connect an USB Flash Drive. g Z (OPEN / CLOSE) Opens or closes the disc tray. h RES. Sets the output resolution for HDMI and COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks. a b cdef gh8 Remote Control Remote Control Operation Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor and press the buttons. Caution: Do not mix old and new batteries and never mix different types of batteries such as standard, alkaline, etc. Remote Control Battery installation Detach the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two batteries (size AAA) with 3 and # aligned correctly. POWER(1) Switches DVD Player ON and OFF. 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. MARKER Marks any point during playback. SEARCH Displays MARKER SEARCH menu. PROGRAM Enter the program edit mode. ZOOM Enlarges video image. REPEAT Repeat chapter, track, title, all. A-B Repeat sequence from point A to point B. RANDOM Plays tracks in random order. RESOLUTION Sets the output resolution for HDMI and COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks. 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. PAUSE/STEP ( X ) Pauses playback temporarily/ press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback. PLAY (N) Starts playback. STOP (x) Stops playback. DVD MENU Accesses menu on a DVD disc. TITLE Displays title menu, if available. b / B / v / V (left/right/up/down) Selects an item in the menu. ENTER(

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. Video and Audio Connections to Your TV Make sure the unit is connected directly to the TV and not to a VCR, otherwise the DVD image could be distorted by the copy protection system. S-Video – Connect the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the unit to the S-Video in jack on the TV using the S- Video cable (S). Video – Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the unit to the video in jack on the TV using the video cable (V). Audio – Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the unit to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A). Do not connect the unit AUDIO OUT jack to the phone in jack (record deck) of your audio system. Component Video – Connect the COMPONENT / PROGRESSIVE SCAN jacks on the unit to the corresponding jacks on the TV using an Y P B PR cable (C). Resolution setting

1. Press RESOLUTION once. The current resolution

setting will appear on the display window.

2. Press RESOLUTION repeatedly to change the

resolution you want. The available resolution according to the connections are as shown below. Notes:

• The resolution of the VIDEO and S-VIDEO OUTPUT is fixed to 480i.

• If your TV does not accept your resolution setting, abnormal picture appears on the screen. Please read TV’s owner’s manual then set the resolution that your TV can accept.

• For 720p, 1080i and 1080p resolution on the component video out, only non-copy protected discs can be played back. If the disc is copy protected, it will be displayed at the 480p resolution.

• Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work.

• Only resolutions supported by the TV are available. Progressive Scan

• If your television is a high-definition or “digital ready” television, you may take advantage of the unit progressive scan output for the highest possible video resolution.

Progressive scan does not work with the analog video connections (yellow VIDEO OUT and S-Video jack).

• The 1080p, 720p and 480p resolutions are the progressive scan applied resolution. Note for 1080p resolution This unit is able to provide a 1080p full HD image to most 1080p-capable TVs in the market today. However, there are some 1080p TVs available from certain companies that are limited in the types of 1080p images that can be accepted. Specifically, 1080p-capable TVs that don’t accept images in 60Hz can’t display an image from this unit.

1. Connect the HDMI OUTPUT jack on the unit to the

• If your TV is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz sampling frequency, set the [Sampling Freq.] option to [48 kHz] on the setup menu (See page 14). When this choice is made, this unit will automatically convert any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them.

If your TV is not equipped with Dolby Digital and MPEG decoder, set the [Dolby Digital] and [MPEG] options to [PCM] on the setup menu (See page 14).

• If your TV is not equipped with DTS decoder, set the [DTS] options to [Off] on the setup menu (See page 14). To enjoy DTS multi channel surround, you must connect this unit to a DTS compatible receiver via one of this unit’s digital audio outputs.

• The arrow on the cable connector body should face up for correct alignment with the connector on the unit.

• If there is noise or lines on the screen, please check the HDMI cable.

• Not all HDCP-compatible Tip: When you use HDMI connection, you can change the resolution (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080p) for the HDMI output using RES. button on the front panel. Caution: Changing the resolution when the unit is connected with HDMI connector may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the unit and then turn it on again. If your TV does not accept your resolution setting, abnormal picture appears on the screen. Please read TV’s owner’s manual then set the resolution that your TV can accept. About HDMI HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) supports both video and audio on a single digital connection for use with DVD Players, Set-Top Boxes, and other AV devices. HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of HDCP ( High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection

HDCP is used to protect digital content transmitted and received. HDMI has the capability to support standard, enhanced, or high-definition video plus standard to multi-channel surround-sound audio, HDMI features include uncompressed digital video, a bandwidth of up to 5 gigabytes per second, one connector (instead of several cables and connectors), and communication between the AV source and AV devices such as DTVs. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC. Additional Information for HDMI

• When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following: - 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. - The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit. - The connected device is compatible with 720(1440)x480i, 720x480p, 1280x720p, 1920x1080i, or 1920x1080p video input.

• Not all HDCP-compatible DVI devices will work with this unit. - It’s impossible copy protected-DVD title’s playback in non-HDCP devices.

• For best performance, directly connect the HDMI output to an HDMI input on your TV. If connecting to some device other than a TV or monitor, such as a home theater receiver with an HDMI input, check the following to make sure the HDMI signal will be received correctly: - Check the operating instructions of the connected device to make sure that the HDMI input of the device complies with HDMI-HDCP specifications. - Check that the HDMI setup menu of any non- display device is set to “pass-through” so that HDMI signals received are not changed in any way (such as changing the video or audio format).Operation Reference Introduction

Installation and Setup Audio Connection to Optional Equipment Connect the unit 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 unit to the audio left and right IN jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A). Amplifier equipped with 2-channel digital stereo (PCM) or audio / video receiver equipped with a multi-channel decoder (Dolby Digital™, MPEG 2, or DTS): Connect one of the unit DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to the corresponding jack on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) audio cable. Digital Multi-channel sound A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound quality. For this you need a multi-channel audio / video receiver that supports one or more of the audio formats supported by your unit such as MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS. Check the receiver manual and the logos on the front of the receiver. Notes:

• If the audio format of the digital output does not match the capabilities of your receiver, the receiver produces a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all.

• Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via a digital connection can only be obtained if your receiver is equipped with a Digital Multi-channel decoder.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS and DTS Digital Out are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.12 Displaying Disc Information On-Screen 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.

2. You can select an item by pressing v / V and

change or select the setting by pressing b / B.

• Title – Current title. number/total number of titles.

• Chapter – Current chapter number/total number of chapters.

• Time – Elapsed playing time.

• Audio – Selected audio language or channel.

• Subtitle – Selected subtitle.

• Angle – Selected angle/total number of angles. Note: If any button is not pressed for a few seconds, the on- screen display disappears. 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 13 to 15. To display and exit the Menu: Press SETUP to display the menu. A second press of SETUP will take you back to initial screen. To go to the next level: Press B on the Remote Control. To go back to the previous level: Press b on the Remote Control. General Operation

The Setup menu appears.

2. Use v / V to select the desired option then press

B to move to the second level. The screen shows the current setting for the selected item, as well as alternate setting(s).

3. Use v / V to select the second desired option and

then press B to move to the third level.

4. Use v / V to select the desired setting then press

ENTER to confirm your selection. Some items require additional steps.

5. Press SETUP or PLAY (N) to exit the Setup

Installation and Setup LANGUAGE Menu Language 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 23. If you enter the wrong language code, press CLEAR. Off (for Disc Subtitle) – Turn off Subtitle. DISPLAY TV Aspect 4:3 – Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. 16:9 – Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. Notes If the TV Aspect option is set to 16:9, the Display Mode setting is automatically set to Widescreen. Display Mode The Display Mode setting works only when the TV Aspect mode is set to 4:3. Letterbox – Displays a wide picture with bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen. Panscan – Automatically displays the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.14 AUDIO 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. Dolby Digital / DTS / MPEG Bitstream – Select “Bitstream” if you connect this unit’s DIGITAL OUT jack to an amplifier or other equipment with a Dolby Digital, DTS or MPEG decoder. 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. (Frequency) If your receiver or amplifier is NOT capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 48 kHz. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them. If your receiver or amplifier is capable of handling 96 kHz signals, select 96 kHz. Check the documentation for your amplifier to verify its capabilities. DRC (Dynamic Range Control) With the DVD format, you can hear a program’s soundtrack in the most accurate and realistic presentation. However, you may wish to compress the dynamic range of the audio output (the difference between the loudest sounds and the quietest ones). This allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Set DRC to On for this effect. Vocal Set to On only when a multi-channel karaoke DVD is playing. The karaoke channels on the disc mix into normal stereo sound. LOCK (Parental Control) Rating Blocks playback of rated DVDs based on their contents. Not all discs are rated.

1. Select “Rating” on the LOCK menu then

2. To access the LOCK options, you must input the

password you have created. If you have not yet entered password, you are prompted to do so. Input a password and press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to verify. If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR.

3. Select a rating from 1 to 8 using the v / V buttons.

Rating 1-8: Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive. Unlock If you select unlock, parental control is not active and the disc plays in full.

4. Press ENTER to confirm your rating selection, then

press SETUP to exit the menu. Password You can enter or change password.

1. Select Password on the LOCK menu and then

2. To make a new password:

Press ENTER when the “New” option is highlighted. Enter a new password using the numerical buttons then press ENTER. Enter the password again to verify. To change the password: Press ENTER when the “Change” option is highlighted. Enter a current password using the numbered buttons then press ENTER. Enter a new password using the numbered buttons then press ENTER. Enter the password again to verify.

3. Press SETUP to exit the menu.15

If you forget your password If you forget your password, you can clear it using the following steps:

1. Press SETUP to display the Setup menu.

2. Input the 6-digit number “210499” and the

password is cleared. Area Code Enter the code of the area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list on page 23.

2. Follow the step 2 as shown left (Rating).

3. Select the first character using v / V buttons.

4. Press ENTER and select the second character

using v / V buttons.

5. Press ENTER to confirm your Area code selection.

OTHERS PBC Set Playback Control (PBC) to On or Off. On: Video CDs with PBC are played according to the PBC. Off: Video CDs with PBC are played in the same way as Audio CDs. B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion) To select the black level of playback pictures. Set your preference and monitor’s ability. On: Expanded grey scale. (0 IRE cut off) Off: Standard grey scale. (7.5 IRE cut off) DivX(R) VOD 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 “DivX(R) VOD” option and then press B.

2. Press ENTER while “Select” is selected and the

registration code will appear. Use the registration code to purchase or rent the videos from DivX

VOD service at www.divx.com/vod. Follow the instructions and download the video onto a disc for playback on this unit.

3. Press ENTER to exit.

Note: All the downloaded videos from DivX

VOD can only be played back on this unit. Installation and Setup16 Operations General Features Buttons Operations OPEN/CLOSE (Z) Opens or closes the disc tray. PAUSE/STEP (X) During playback, press PAUSE/STEP (X) to pause playback. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) repeatedly to play Frame-by- Frame. SKIP (. / >) During playback, press SKIP (. or >) to go to the next chapter/track or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track. Press SKIP (.) twice briefly to step back to the previous chapter/track. SCAN (m / M) During playback, press SCAN (m or M) repeatedly to select the required scan speed. DVD, DivX disc; 4 steps Video CD, MP3, WMA, Audio CD: 3 steps While the playback is paused, press SCAN (M) repeatedly to play in slow motion (4 steps). REPEAT During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. DVD Video discs: Chapter/Title/Off Video CD, Audio CD, DivX/MP3/WMA discs: Track/All/Off A-B Press the A-B button one at a time to select a point A and point B and repeats a sequence from point A (Starting point) to point B (End point). Press A-B again to cancel. ZOOM During playback or pause mode, press ZOOM to enlarge the video image (3 steps). You can move through the zoomed picture using b / B / v / V buttons. Press CLEAR to exit. RANDOM During playback or in stop mode, press RANDOM for random playback. TITLE If the current DVD title has a menu, the title menu appears on the screen. Otherwise, the disc menu may appears. DVD MENU The disc menu appears on the screen. ANGLE ( ) During playback of DVD disc that contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, press ANGLE ( ) repeatedly to select a desired angle. SUBTITLE ( ) During playback, press SUBTITLE ( ) repeatedly to select a desired subtitle language. AUDIO ( ) During playback, press AUDIO( ) repeatedly to hear a different audio language or audio track. Discs (forward only) VCDDivXDVD DivXDVD DVD DVD DVD WMA MP3 ACD VCD DivXVCDDVD ACD DivXVCDDVD ALL DivX VCD DVD ALL ALL DivXVCDDVD ALL ALLReference Installation and Setup Introduction

Operation Notes on general features:

• 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 15).

• If you press SKIP (>) once during Repeat Chapter (Track) playback, the repeat playback cancels.

• Zoom may not work on some DVDs.

• When you are playing a DVD disc that contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, the angle indicator will blink on the TV screen during the oprations as an indication that angle switching is possible

• If you press . once within 3 seconds after the chapter/track has started, the playback goes to the previous chapter/track. Additional Features Time Search To start playing at any chosen time on the disc:

1. Press DISPLAY during playback.

2. Press v / V to select the time clock icon and

3. Input the required start time in hours, minutes, and

seconds from left to right. If you enter the wrong numbers, press CLEAR to remove the numbers you entered. Then input the correct numbers.

4. Press ENTER to confirm.

Playback starts from the selected time. Marker Search 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. Repeat to enter up to nine markers. To Recall or Clear a Marked Scene

1. During disc playback, press SEARCH. The marker

search menu appears on the screen.

2. Within 9 seconds, press b / B to select a marker

number that you want to recall or clear.

3. Press ENTER and playback starts from the marked

scene. Or, Press CLEAR and the marker number is erased from the list.

4. You can play any marker by inputting its number on

the marker search menu. Last Scene Memory This unit memorizes last scene from the last disc that is viewed. The last scene remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the unit or switch off the unit. If you load a disc that has the scene memorized, the scene is automatically recalled. Note: This unit does not memorize the scene of a disc if you switch off the unit before commencing to play the disc. Screen Saver/Auto Power off The screen saver appears when you leave the unit in Stop mode for about five minutes. If the Screen Saver is displayed for five minutes, the unit automatically turns itself off. VCD1.1 ACDDVD DivXVCDDVD DivXVCDDVD18 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. Use 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 16-17. ID3 TAG When playing a file containing information such as track titles, you can see the information by pressing DISPLAY. [ Title, Artist, Album, Year, Comment ] Tips:

• Press DVD MENU to move to the next page.

• On a DISC with MP3/WMA and JPEG file, you can switch MUSIC and PHOTO menu. Press TITLE, and MUSIC or PHOTO word on top of the menu is highlighted. Programmed Playback The program function enables you to store your favorite tracks from any disc in the unit memory. A program can contain 30 tracks.

1. Insert an Audio CD or MP3/WMA files recorded

media. AUDIO CD or MUSIC menu appears.

2. Press PROGRAM and the mark will appear.

Note: Press PROGRAM again to exit the program edit mode, then the mark will disappear. Video CD: Press PROGRAM while playback is stopped. The program menu appears. Press PROGRAM again to exit the menu. Note: On a Video CD with PBC, you must set PBC to Off on the setup menu to use the programmed playback (See “PBC” on page 15).

3. Select a track on the “List” and then press ENTER

to place the selected track on the “Program” list. Repeat to place additional tracks on the list.

4. Use b / B / v / V to select the track you want to

start playing on the “Program” list.

5. Press PLAY (N) or ENTER to start.

Playback begins in the order in which you programmed the tracks. Playback stops after all of the tracks on the “Program” list have played once.

6. To resume normal playback from programmed

playback, select a track on the list and then press PLAY (N). Repeat Programmed Tracks Press REPEAT to select a desired repeat mode.

• Track: Repeats the current track.

• All: Repeats all the tracks on programmed list.

• Off(No display): Does not play repeatedly. Note: If you press SKIP (>) once during Repeat Track playback, the repeat playback cancels. Erasing a Track from Program List

1. Press PROGRAM and the mark will appear

2. Use b / B / v / V to select the track that you wish

to erase from the Program list.

3. Press CLEAR. Repeat step 1-3 to erase additional

tracks on the program list. Erasing the Complete Program List

1. Press PROGRAM and the mark will appear

2. Use b / B / v / V to select “Clear All” and then

press ENTER. Note: The programs are also cleared when the power is off or the disc is removed.

MP3 / WMA disc compatibility with this unit is limited as follows:

• Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 22 - 48kHz (WMA)

• Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3),

• The player cannot read an MP3/WMA file that has a file extension as non than “.mp3” / “.wma”.

• CD-R physical format should be ISO 9660

• If you record MP3 / WMA files using software that cannot create a file system (eg. Direct-CD) it is impossible to playback MP3 / WMA files. We recommend that you use Easy-CD Creator, which creates an ISO 9660 file system.

• File names should have a maximum of 8 letters and must incorporate an .mp3 or .wma extension.

• They should not contain special letters such as / ?

• The total number of files in a folder should be less than 650 files.19 Operation 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.

2. Press v / V to select a folder, and press

ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears.

3. If you want to view a particular file, press

v / V to highlight a file and press ENTER or PLAY (N).

4. To return to the PHOTO menu while watching

pictures, press STOP (x). Tips:

• If you are in a file list and want to return to the previous Folder list, use v / V buttons to highlight and press ENTER.

• Press DVD MENU to move to the next page.

• There are three Slide Speed options : >>> (Fast), >> (Normal) and > (Slow). Use b / B / v / V to highlight . Then, use b / B to select the option you want to use.

• On a DISC with MP3/WMA and JPEG file, you can switch MUSIC and PHOTO menu. Press TITLE, and MUSIC or PHOTO word on top of the menu is highlighted.

• While watching a picture, press RETURN (O) to hide the help menu. Slide Show Use b / B / v / V to highlight the (Slide Show) then press ENTER. Still Picture

1. Press PAUSE/STEP (X) during slide show.

The player will now go into pause mode.

2. To return to the slide show, press PLAY (N) or

press PAUSE/STEP (X) again. Moving to another File Press SKIP (. or >) or cursor (b or B) once during viewing a picture to advance to the next or previous file. Zoom 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. Press CLEAR to exit. Rotating the picture Press v / V during showing a picture to rotate the picture clockwise or counter clockwise. Listening to MP3/WMA music while watching picture

1. Insert the disc containing the two types of file in

3. Press v / V to select a photo file.

4. Use B to select icon then press ENTER.

Playback starts. The playback will continue until stop is pressed. Tip: To listen to only the desired music while watching picture, program the desired tracks from the “MUSIC” menu and then proceed as above. JPEG disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows:

• Depending upon the size and the number of JPEG files, it could take a long time for the unit to read the disc’s contents. If you do not see an on- screen display after several minutes, some of the files may be too large — reduce the resolution of the JPEG files to less than 5 million pixels and burn another disc.

• The total number of files in a folder should be less than 650 files.

• Some discs may be incompatible due to a different recording format or the condition of disc.

• Ensure that all the selected files have the “.jpg” extensions when copying into the CD layout.

• If the files have “.jpe” or “.jpeg” extensions, please rename them as “.jpg” file.

• File names without “.jpg” extension will not be able to be read by this unit. Even though the files are shown as JPEG image files in Windows Explorer.20 Playing a DivX Movie file Using this DVD Player you can play DivX file.

1. Insert a DivX file recording media. The MOVIE

menu appears on the TV screen.

2. Press v / V to select a folder and then press

ENTER. A list of files in the folder appears.

3. If you want to view a particular file, press v / V to

highlight a file and press ENTER or PLAY. You can use variable playback functions. Refer to page 16-17.

4. To return to the MOVIE menu during playback,

• If you are in a file list and want to return to the previous Folder list, use v / V buttons to highlight and press ENTER.

• Press DVD MENU to move to the next page.

• On a DISC with MP3/WMA, JPEG and MOVIE file, you can switch MUSIC, PHOTO and MOVIE menu. Press TITLE, and MUSIC, PHOTO or MOVIE word on top of the menu is highlighted.

• The disc subtitle may not be displayed properly, if a DivX subtitle is downloaded through the internet.

• If the disc subtitle setup menu does not have the DivX subtitle language you are going to play, the subtitle language may not be displayed properly. Notice for displaying the DivX subtitle If the subtitle does not display properly, please follow the steps below.

1. Press and hold SUBTITLE for about 3 seconds.

The language code will appear.

2. Press b / B to select another language code until

the subtitle is displayed properly.

3. Press ENTER to continue playback.

Note: The DivX subtitle file name has to be identified with the DivX file name to display by this unit. DivX disc compatibility with this player is limited as follows:

• 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.

• If the number of the screen frame is over 30 per 1 second, this unit may not operate normally.

• If the video and audio structure of recorded file is not interleaved, either video or audio is outputted.

• If the file is recorded with GMC, the unit supports only 1-point of the record level.

GMC? GMC is the acronym for Global Motion Compensation. It is an encoding tool specified in MPEG4 standard. Some MPEG4 encoders, like DivX, have this option. There are different levels of GMC encoding, usually called 1-point, 2-point, or 3-point GMC. Playable DivX file .avi, .mpg, .mpeg Playable Subtitle format SubRip(*.srt/*.txt) SAMI(*.smi) SubStation Alpha(*.ssa/*.txt) MicroDVD(*.sub/*.txt) SubViewer 2.0(*.sub/*.txt) TMPlayer(*.txt) Dvd Subtitle System(*.txt) VobSub (*.sub) b Sub/idx, stream based format. Playable Codec format "DIVX3.xx ", "DIVX4.xx ", "DIVX5.xx ", "MP43 ", "3IVX ". Playable Audio format "Dolby Digital ", "DTS ", "PCM ", "MP3 ", "WMA ".

• Sampling frequency: within 8 - 48 kHz (MP3), within 22 - 48kHz (WMA)

• Bit rate: within 8 - 320kbps (MP3),

32 - 256kbps (WMA)21

Operation Playing a DVD VR Format Disc This unit will play DVD-RW disc that is recorded using the Video Recording (VR) format.

1. Insert a disc and close the tray. The DVD-VR

menu appears on the screen.

2. Press v / V to select a track then press

PLAY or ENTER and playback starts.

3. Press DVD MENU to move to the list menu.

• This unit will play DVD-R/RW disc that is recorded using the DVD-Video format that have been finalized using a DVD-recorder. Unfinalized DVD-R/RW discs cannot be played in this unit.
• Some DVD-VR disc are made with CPRM data by DVD RECORDER. Player does not support these kinds of discs. What is CPRM? CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media. Playing an USB Flash Drive

1. Connect the USB Flash Drive to the USB port on

• Press RETURN when the “OUSB” icon is displayed on the screen to enter the USB mode.

• If the “OUSB” icon is not displayed on the screen, check the USB connection or the conditions of USB Flash Drive. For details on each operation item, refer to the relevant page. (See the page 16-20)

3. In STOP mode, press RETURN to exit the USB

• Do not extract the USB Flash Drive in operating.

• Music files (MP3/WMA), image files (JPEG) and DivX files can be played.

• This unit may not supports some USB Memory Drive.

• This unit supports only USB Flash Drive with FAT16 or FAT32 format.

• This unit can support USB1.1.22 Controlling other TV’s with the Remote Control You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your LG TV with the supplied Remote Control. 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.

1. While holding down TV POWER button, press the

number buttons to select the manufacturer code for your TV (see the table below).

2. Release TV POWER button.

Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. Manufacturer Code Number LG / GoldStar 1 (Default), 2 Zenith 1, 3, 4 Samsung 6, 7 Sony 8, 9 Hitachi 4 Notes:

• Depending on your TV, some or all buttons may not function on the TV, even after entering the correct manufacturer code.

• If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.

• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number you have set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again. Maintenance and Service Refer to the information in this chapter before contacting a service technician. 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

• Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit.

• Do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact with the unit for a long period of time. since they leave marks on the surface. Cleaning the unit To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as these might damage the surface of the unit. Maintaining the Unit The unit is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn, the picture quality could be diminished. Depending on the operating environment, regular inspection and maintenance are recommended after every 1,000 hours of use. For details, please contact your nearest authorized service center. Reference23 Reference Area Code Afghanistan AF Argentina AR Australia AU Austria AT Belgium BE Bhutan BT Bolivia BO Brazil BR Cambodia KH Canada CA Chile CL China CN Colombia CO Congo CG Costa Rica CR Croatia HR Czech Republic CZ Denmark DK Ecuador EC Egypt EG El Salvador SV Area Code Ethiopia ET Fiji FJ Finland FI France FR Germany DE Great Britain GB Greece GR Greenland GL Herd and Mcdonald Islands

• The power cord is disconnected.

• No disc is inserted.

• The TV is not set to receive DVD signal output.

• The video cable is not connected securely.

• The equipment connected with the audio cable is not set to receive DVD signal output.

The power of the equipment connected with the audio cable is turned off.

• The AUDIO options are set to the wrong position.

• An unplayable disc is inserted.

• The rating level is set.

• The Remote Control is not pointed at the remote sensor on the unit.

• The Remote Control is too far from the unit. Correction

• Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.

• Connect the video cable securely.

• Select the correct input mode of the audio receiver so you can listen to the sound from the unit.

• Turn on the equipment connected with the audio cable.

• Set the AUDIO option to the correct position, then turn on the unit again by pressing POWER.

• Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type and regional code.)

• Change the rating level.

• Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor of the unit.

• Operate the Remote Control closer to the unit. Troubleshooting Specifications General Power requirements: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: 8W Dimensions (Approx.): 430 x 35 x 202 mm (17 x 1.4 x 7.9 inches) (W x H x D) without foot Weight (Approx.): 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs) Operating temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity: 5 % to 90 % Outputs VIDEO OUT:

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1 System Laser: Semiconductor laser, wavelength 650 nm Signal system: NTSC Frequency response: DVD (PCM 96 kHz): 8 Hz to 44 kHz DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 8 Hz to 20 kHz CD: 8 Hz to 20 kHz Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB (ANALOG OUT connectors only) Harmonic distortion: Less than 0.02% Dynamic range: More than 95 dB (DVD/CD) Accessories Video cable (1), Audio cable (1), Remote control (1), Batteries (2

Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.