OWNER???S MANUAL

Blu-ray Disc???/DVD Player

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.

BD660

P/NO : SAC35093911

Safety Information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO

USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING

TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a book case 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 shall be never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product shall not be placed in a built- in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer???s instruction has 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. Shall the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service centre.

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 concerning the Power Cord

Most appliances recommend they be placed upon a dedicated circuit;

That is, a single outlet circuit which powers only that appliance 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 service centre. 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.

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Disposal of your old appliance

1.When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC.

2.All electrical and electronic products shall be disposed of separately

from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

3.The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.

4.For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Notes on Copyrights

yy Because AACS (Advanced Access Content

System) is approved as content protection system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, certain restrictions are imposed on playback, analogue signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents. 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.

yy Furthermore, BD-ROM Mark and BD+ are additionally used as content protection systems for Blu-ray Disc format, which imposes certain restrictions including playback restrictions for BD-ROM Mark and/or BD+ protected contents. To obtain additional information on AACS, BD- ROM Mark, BD+, or this product, please contact an authorized Customer Service centre.

yy Many BD-ROM/DVD discs are encoded with copy protection. Because of this, you should only connect your player directly to your TV, not to a VCR. Connecting to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected discs.

yy This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

yy Under the U.S. Copyright laws and Copyright laws of other countries, unauthorized recording, use, display, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, BD-ROM discs, DVDs, CDs and other materials may subject you to civil and/ or criminal liability.

Important Notice for TV colour system

The colour system of this player differs according to currently playing discs.

For example, when the player plays the disc recorded in the NTSC colour system, the image is output as an NTSC signal.

Only the multi system colour TV can receive all signals output from the player.

yy If you have a PAL colour system TV, you will see just distorted images when using discs or video contents recorded in NTSC.

yy The multi system colour TV changes the colour system automatically according to input signals. In case that the colour system is not changed automatically, turn it off and then on to see normal images on screen.

yy Even if the disc recorded in NTSC colour system are well displayed on your TV, these may not be recorded correctly on your recorder.

Regional Code

This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labelled same as the rear of the unit or ???ALL???.

System Select (Optional)

Remove any disc that might be in the unit, open the disc tray using the B(OPEN/CLOSE) button and then,Press and hold PAUSE (M) for more than five seconds to be able to select a system (PAL / NTSC /AUTO).

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Table of Contents

1 Getting Started

3 Safety Information

5 ?????? Regional Code

5 ?????? System Select (Optional)

8 Introduction

8?????? Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual

9?????? About the ???7??? Symbol Display

10?????? File compatibility

11?????? AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

12?????? About DLNA

12?????? Certain System Requirements

12?????? LG Remote

12?????? Compatibility Notes

13Remote control

14Front panel

14 Rear panel

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15Connecting to Your TV

15?????? HDMI Connection

16?????? What is SIMPLINK?

16?????? Video/Audio (Left/Right) Connection

16?????? Resolution Setting

17Connecting to an Amplifier

17?????? About Digital Multi-channel sound

18?????? Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output

18?????? Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output

19?????? Connecting to an Amplifier via 2 Channel Audio Output

19Connecting to your Home Network

19?????? Wired network connection

20?????? Wired Network Setup

22 USB device connection

22 ?????? Playback content in the USB device

3 System Setting

23 Settings

23 ?????? Adjust the Setup Settings

23 ?????? [DISPLAY] Menu

25 ?????? [LANGUAGE] Menu

25 ?????? [AUDIO] Menu

27 ?????? [LOCK] Menu

27?????? [NETWORK] Menu

28?????? [OTHERS] Menu

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29 General Playback

29?????? Using [HOME] menu

29?????? Playing a Disc

29?????? Playing a file on a disc/USB device

30?????? Playing Blu-ray 3D disc

30?????? Enjoying BD-LiveTM

31?????? Playing a file on a network server

32?????? Basic operations for video and audio content

32?????? Basic operations for photo content

32?????? Using the disc menu

32?????? Resume playback

33Advanced Playback

33 ?????? Repeat Playback

33?????? Repeating a specific portion

33?????? Enlarge the playback image

34?????? Marker Search

34?????? Using the search menu

35?????? Changing content list view

35?????? Viewing content information

35?????? Selecting a subtitle file

36?????? Last Scene Memory

36 ?????? Options while viewing a photo

36?????? Listening to music while slide show

37On-Screen display

37?????? Displaying content information on- screen

37?????? Playing from selected time

38?????? Hearing a different audio

38?????? Selecting a subtitle language

38?????? Watching from a different angle

38?????? Changing the TV Aspect Ratio

39?????? Changing the Picture Mode

39?????? Changing subtitle code page

40Enjoying the NetCast??? Entertainment Access

5 Troubleshooting

41Troubleshooting

41?????? General

42?????? Network

42?????? Picture

43?????? Sound

43 ?????? Customer Support

43 ?????? Open source software notice

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44Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control

44?????? Setting up the remote to control your

TV

45Network Software Update

45?????? Network update notification

45?????? Software Update

46About Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials

46?????? Installing Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials

47?????? Sharing files and folders

48Area Code List

49Language Code List

50Trademarks and Licenses

51Audio Output Specifications

53Specifications

54Maintenance

54?????? Handling the Unit

54?????? Notes on Discs

55Important Information Relating to Network Services

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Introduction

Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual

,,Note

yy 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 cannot be played on the unit.

yy Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW, DVD??R/RW, BD-R/RE) may not be playable.

yy BD-R/RE, DVD??R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the player???s lens.

yy If you record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.)

yy This player requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality.

yy 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 to ensure compatible playback.

yy 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.

yy You have to set the disc format option to [Mastered] in order to make the discs compatible with the LG players when formatting rewritable discs. When setting the option to Live System, you cannot use it on LG player. (Mastered/Live File System : Disc format system for windows Vista)

About the ???7??? Symbol Display

???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.

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File compatibility

Movie files

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,,Note

yy The file name is limited to 180 characters.

yy A ???avi??? file which is encoded ???WMV 9 codec??? is not supported.

yy Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the contents on the media.

yy File compatibility may differ depending on the server.

yy Because the compatibility on DLNA server are tested on the bundle DLNA server (Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials) environment, file requirements and playback functions may differ depending on media servers.

yy The file requirements on 10 are not always compatible. There may have some restrictions by file features and media server???s ability.

yy Playing a movie subtitle files are only available on share folder of a PC or DLNA media server created by supplied Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials software on this player package.

yy The files from removable media such as USB drive, DVD-drive etc. on your media server may not be shared properly.

yy This unit cannot support the ID3 Tag embedded MP3 file.

yy The total playback time of music file indicated on the screen may not correct for VBR files.

yy HD video files contained on the CD or USB 1.0/1.1 may not played properly. Blu-ray Disc, DVD or USB 2.0 are recommended to play back HD video files.

yy This player supports H.264/MPEG-4 AVC profile Main, High at Level 4.1. For a file with higher level, the warning message will appear on the screen.

yy This player does not support files that are recorded with GMC*1 or Qpel*2.

*1 GMC ??? Global Motion Compensation

*2 Qpel ??? Quarter pixel

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yy This player supports UTF-8 files even it contains Unicode subtitle contents. This player can not support the pure Unicode subtitle files.

yy Depending on the types of file or ways of recording, it may not play back.

yy A disc which was recorded by multi-session on normal PC is not supported on this player.

yy To be playback a movie file, movie file name and Subtitle file name must be the same.

yy If video codec is MPEG2 TS or MPEG2 PS, subtitle does not play back.

yy The total playback time of music file indicated on the screen may not correct for VBR files.

AVCHD (Advanced Video

Codec High Definition)

yy This player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders.

yy The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.

yy The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.

yy This player can playback AVCHD discs using ???x.v.Colour??? format.

yy Some AVCHD format discs may not play depending on the recording condition.

yy AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.

yy ???x.v.Colour??? offers a wider Colour range than normal DVD camcorder discs.

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About DLNA

This Player is a DLNA Certified digital media player that can display and play movie, photo and music content from your DLNA-compatible digital media server (PC and Consumer Electronics).

The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross-industry organization of consumer electronics, computing industry and mobile device companies. Digital Living provides consumers with easy sharing of digital media through your home network.

The DLNA certification logo makes it easy to find products that comply with the DLNA

Interoperability Guidelines. This unit complies with DLNA Interoperability Guidelines v1.5.

When a PC running DLNA server software or other DLNA compatible device is connected to this player, some setting changes of software or other devices may be required. Please refer to the operating instructions for the software or device for more information.

Certain System Requirements

For high definition video playback:

yy High definition display that has HDMI input jacks. yy BD-ROM disc with high definition content.

yy HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device is required for some content (as specified by disc authors).

For Dolby?? Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD multi-channel audio playback:

yy An amplifier/receiver with a built-in (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS or DTS-HD) decoder.

yy Main, centre, surround speakers and subwoofer as necessary for chosen format.

For playing files on your PC???s share folder via your home network, the PC requires below.

yy Windows?? XP (Service Pack 2 or higher), Windows Vista?? (no Service Pack required) Windows 7?? (no Service Pack required)

yy 1.2 GHz Intel?? Pentium?? III or AMD Sempron??? 2200+ processors

yy Network environment: 100 Mb Ethernet, WLAN

yy More than 1 folder on your PC has to be shared. Visit support link of your operating system for more information on file share settings.

LG Remote

You can control this player with your iPhone or Android phone via your home network. This

player and your phone must be connected to your wireless network device such as access point.

Visit ???Apple iTunes??? or ???Google Apps Marketplace??? for detailed information of ???LG Remote???.

,,Note

???LG Remote??? function could be supported through updating the Network Software in the first half of 2011. We recommend update of the player using the latest software to add this feature. (See page 45)

Compatibility Notes

yy Because BD-ROM is a new format, certain disc, digital connection and other compatibility issues are possible. If you experience compatibility problems, please contact an authorized Customer Service centre.

yy This unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc., with BD-ROM supporting BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard Profile). Secondary video and audio can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-picture function. For the playback method, refer to the instructions in the disc.

yy Viewing high-definition content and up- converting standard DVD content may require a HDMI-capable input or HDCP-capable DVI input on your display device.

yy Some BD-ROM and DVD discs may restrict the use of some operation commands or features.

yy Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD are supported with maximum 7.1 channels if you use HDMI connection for the audio output of the unit.

yy You can use a USB device to store some discs related information, including downloaded on- line content. The disc you are using will control how long this information is retained.

REPEAT (h): Repeats a desired section or sequence.
CLEAR: Removes a mark on the search menu or a number when setting the password.

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Remote control

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c/v(SCAN): Searches backward or forward.

C/V(SKIP): Goes to the next or previous chapter / track / file.

Z(STOP): Stops playback.

d(PLAY): Starts playback.

M(PAUSE): Pauses playback.

MARKER: Marks any point during playback.

* : The button is not available for any function.

ZOOM: Displays or exits the [Zoom] menu.

TV Control Buttons: See page 44.

Battery Installation

Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with 4and 5matched correctly.

HOME (n): Displays or exits the [Home Menu].

SEARCH: Displays or exits the search menu.

INFO/DISPLAY (m): Displays or exits On-Screen Display.

Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu.

ENTER (b): Acknowledges menu selection.

BACK (x): Exits the menu or resumes playback. The resume play function may not work depending on the BD-ROM disc.

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C2CH AUDIO OUT (Left/Right)

DHDMI OUT

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Connecting to Your TV

Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

yy HDMI connection (page 15) yy Video connection (page 16)

,,Note

yy Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the player. Use only one of the connections described in this manual.

yy Please refer to the manuals of your TV, Stereo System or other devices as necessary to make the best connections.

yy Do not connect the player???s AUDIO OUT jack to the phono in jack (record player) of your audio system.

yy Do not connect your player via your VCR. The image could be distorted by the copy protection system.

HDMI Connection

If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMITM Cable). Connect the HDMI jack on the player to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.

Set the TV???s source to HDMI (refer to TV???s Owner???s manual).

Additional Information for HDMI

yy When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the 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.

-- The connected device???s video input is set correctly for this unit.

-- The connected device is compatible with 720x576p, 1280x720p, 1920x1080i or 1920x1080p video input.

yy Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will work with this player.

-- The picture will not be displayed properly with non-HDCP device.

-- This player does not playback and TV screen is changed to black screen.

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yy If a connected HDMI device does not accept the audio output of the player, the HDMI device???s audio sound may be distorted or may not output.

yy When you use HDMI connection, you can change the resolution for the HDMI output. (Refer to ???Resolution Setting??? on page 16.)

yy Select the type of video output from the HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting] option on the [Setup] menu (see page 24).

yy Changing the resolution when the connection has already been established may result in malfunctions. To solve the problem, turn off the player and then turn it on again.

yy When the HDMI connection with HDCP is not verified, TV screen is changed to black screen. In this case, check the HDMI connection, or disconnect the HDMI cable.

yy If there are noises or lines on the screen, please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 4.5 m(15 ft.)).

What is SIMPLINK?

Some functions of this unit are controlled by the TV???s remote control when this unit and LG TV???s with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.

Controllable functions by LG TV???s remote control; Play, Pause, Scan, Skip, Stop, Power Off, etc.

Refer to the TV owner???s manual for the details of SIMPLINK function.

LG TV???s with SIMPLINK function has the logo as shown above.

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Depending on the disc type or playing status, some SIMPLINK operation may differ from your purpose or not work.

Video/Audio (Left/Right)

Connection

Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the video in jack on the TV using a video cable. Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the player to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables.

Rear of the unit

Audio

/ Video cable

TV

Resolution Setting

The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu.

1.Press HOME (n).

2.Use A/Dto select the [Setup] and press ENTER (b). The [Setup] menu appears.

3.Use W/Sto select [DISPLAY] option then press Dto move to the second level.

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4. Use W/Sto select the [Resolution] option Connecting to an then press ENTER (b) to move to the third level. Amplifier

5.Use W/Sto select the desired resolution then press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection.

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yy If your TV does not accept the resolution you have set on the player, you can set resolution to 576p as follows:

1.Press Bto open the disc tray.

2.Press Z(STOP) for more than 5 seconds.

yy When you set the resolution to 576i with HDMI connection, actual resolution is outputted to 576p.

yy If you select a resolution manually and then connect the HDMI jack to TV and your TV does not accept it, the resolution setting is set to [Auto].

yy If you select a resolution that your TV does not accept, the warning message will appear. After resolution change,

if you cannot see the screen, please wait 20 seconds and the resolution will automatically revert back to the previous resolution.

yy The 1080p video output frame rate may be automatically set to either 24 Hz or 50 Hz depending both on the capability and preference of the connected TV and

based on the native video frame rate of the content on the BD-ROM disc.

yy The resolution of the VIDEO OUT jack is always outputted at 576i resolution.

Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.

yy HDMI Audio connection (page 18) yy Digital Audio connection (page 18)

yy 2CH Analogue Audio connection (page 19)

Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see ???Audio Output Specifications??? for details (page 51).

About 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 player. Check the logos on the front of the Audio/ Video receiver and the manual. (PCM Stereo, PCM Multi-Ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS and/or DTS-HD)

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Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output

Connect the player???s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a HDMI cable.

Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output

Connect the player???s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to the corresponding in jack (OPTICAL) on your amplifier using an optional digital audio cable.

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Receiver/Amplifier

Connect the amplifier???s HDMI output jack to HDMI input jack on your TV using a HDMI cable if your amplifier has HDMI output jack.

You will need to activate the player???s digital output. (See ???[AUDIO] Menu??? on page 25.)

You will need to activate the player???s digital output. (See ???[AUDIO] Menu??? on page 25.)

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Connecting to an Amplifier via 2 Channel Audio Output

Connect the Left and Right 2CH AUDIO OUT jacks on the player to the audio left and right in jacks on your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system using audio cables.

Rear of the unit

Connecting to your Home Network

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.

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Wired network connection

Using a wired network provides the best performance, because the attached devices connect directly to the network and are not subject to radio frequency interference.

Please refer to the documentation for your network device for further instructions.

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yy When plugging or unplugging the LAN cable, hold the plug portion of the cable. When unplugging, do not pull on the LAN cable but unplug while pressing down on the lock.

yy Do not connect a modular phone cable to the LAN port.

yy Since there are various connection configurations, please follow the specifications of your telecommunication carrier or internet service provider.

yy If you want to access content from PCs or DLNA servers, this player must be connected to the same local area network with them via a router.

Broadband service

Router

PC and/or DLNA certified server

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Wired Network Setup

If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this player will automatically be allocated an IP address. After making the physical connection, a small number of home networks may require the player???s network setting to be adjusted. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow.

Preparation

Before setting the wired network, you need to connect the broadband internet to your home network.

1.Select [Connection Setting] option in the [Setup] menu then press ENTER (b).

2.Select [Yes] and press ENTER (b) to continue. The new connection settings reset the current network settings.

3.Use W/S/A/Dto select the IP mode between [Dynamic] and [Static].

Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically.

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If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set the IP address manually, select [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using W/S/A/Dand numerical buttons. If you make a mistake while entering a number, press CLEAR to clear the highlighted part.

4.Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings.

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5.The player will ask you to test the network connection. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to complete the network connection.

6.If you select [Test] and press ENTER (b) at step 5 above, the network connection status is displayed on the screen.

You can also test it on the [Connection Status] in the [Setup] menu.

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 player to the home network, quickly power off and/ or disconnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem. Then power on and/or connect the power cable again.

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. For details, contact your ISP.

yy Our company is not responsible for any malfunction of the player and/or the internet connection feature due to communication errors/malfunctions associated with your broadband internet connection, or other connected equipment.

yy 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. If you have questions about such content, please contact the producer of the disc.

yy Some internet contents may require a higher bandwidth connection.

yy Even if the player is properly connected and configured, some internet contents may not operate properly because of internet congestion, the quality or bandwidth of your internet service, or problems at the provider of the content.

yy Some internet connection operations may not be possible due to certain restrictions set by the Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your broadband Internet connection.

yy Any fees charged by an ISP including, without limitation, connection charges are your responsibility.

yy A 10 Base-T or 100 Base-TX LAN port is required for wired connection to this player. If your internet service does not allow for such a connection, you will not be able to connect the player.

yy You must use a Router to use xDSL service.

yy A DSL modem is required to use DSL service and a cable modem is required to use cable modem service. Depending on the access method of and subscriber agreement with your ISP, you may not be able to use the internet connection feature contained in this player or you may be limited to the number of devices you can connect at the same time. (If your ISP limits subscription to one device, this player may not be allowed to connect when a PC is already connected.)

yy The use of a ???Router??? may not be allowed or its usage may be limited depending on the policies and restrictions of your ISP. For details, contact your ISP directly.

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USB device connection

This player can play movie, music 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.

When you connect the USB device on the HOME menu, the player plays a music file contained in the USB storage device automatically. If the USB storage device is containing various types of files, a menu for the file type selection will appear.

File loading may takes few minutes depending on the number of content stored in the USB storage device. Press ENTER (b) while [Cancel] is selected to stop loading.

2.Press HOME (n).

3.Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b).

4.Select the [USB] option using W/S, and press ENTER (b).

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yy This player supports USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, movie). However, for BD-Live only FAT16 and FAT32 formats are supported. Use the USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in either FAT16 or FAT32 when using BD-Live.

yy The USB device can be used for the local storage for enjoying BD-Live discs with Internet.

yy This unit can support up to 4 partitions of the USB device.

yy Do not extract the USB device during operation (play, etc.).

yy A USB device which requires additional program installation when you have connected it to a computer, is not supported.

yy USB device: USB device that supports USB1.1 and USB2.0.

yy Movie, music and photo files can be played. For details of operations on each file, refer to relevant pages.

yy Regular back up is recommended to prevent data loss.

yy If you use a USB extension cable, USB HUB or USB Multi-reader, the USB device may not be recognized.

yy Some USB device may not work with this unit.

yy Digital camera and mobile phone are not supported.

yy USB Port of the unit cannot be connected to PC. The unit cannot be used as a storage device.

5.Select a file using W/S/A/D, and press PLAY or ENTER (b) to play the file.

6.Withdraw the USB device carefully.

System Setting 23

Settings

Adjust the Setup Settings

You can change the settings of the player in the [Setup] menu.

1.Press HOME (n).

2.Use A/Dto select the [Setup] and press ENTER (b). The [Setup] menu appears.

3.Use W/Sto select the first setup option, and press Dto move to the second level.

4.Use W/Sto select a second setup option, and press ENTER (b) to move to the third level.

[DISPLAY] Menu

TV Aspect Ratio

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.

[16:9 Original]

Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. The 4:3 picture is displayed with an original 4:3 aspect ratio, with black bars appearing at the left and right sides.

[16:9 Full]

Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. The 4:3 picture is adjusted horizontally (in a linear proportion) to fill the entire screen.

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You cannot select [4:3 Letter Box] and

[4:3 Pan Scan] option when the resolution is set to higher than 720p.

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5.Use W/Sto select a desired setting, and press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection.

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Resolution

Sets the output resolution HDMI video signal. Refer to page 16 for details about the resolution setting.

[Auto]

If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to TVs providing display information (EDID),

automatically selects the resolution best suited to the connected TV.

[1080p]

Outputs 1080 lines of progressive video.

[1080i]

Outputs 1080 lines of interlaced video.

[720p]

Outputs 720 lines of progressive video.

[576p]

Outputs 576 lines of progressive video.

[576i]

Outputs 576 lines of interlaced video.

HDMI Color Setting

Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your display device.

[YCbCr]

Select when connecting to a HDMI display device.

[RGB]

Select when connecting to a DVI display device.

3D Mode

Select the type of output mode for Blu-ray 3D disc playback.

[Off]

Blu-ray 3D disc playback will output as 2D mode like a normal BD-ROM disc playback.

[On]

Blu-ray 3D disc playback will output as 3D mode.

1080p Display Mode

When the resolution is set to 1080p, select

[24 Hz] for smooth presentation of film material (1080p/24 Hz) with a HDMI-equipped display compatible with 1080p/24 Hz input.

Wallpaper

Changes the background of the initial screen.

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yy When you select [24 Hz], you may experience some picture disturbance when the video switches video and film material. In this case, select [50 Hz].

yy Even when [1080p Display Mode] is set to [24 Hz], if your TV is not compatible with 1080p/24 Hz, the actual frame frequency of the video output will be 50 Hz to match the video source format.

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[LANGUAGE] Menu

Display Menu

Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on- screen display.

Disc Menu/Disc Audio/

Disc Subtitle

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]

Press ENTER (b) to select another language. Use number buttons then press ENTER (b) to enter the corresponding 4-digit number according to the language code list on page 49.

[Off] (Disc Subtitle only)

Turn off Subtitle.

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Depending on the disc, your language setting may not work.

[AUDIO] Menu

Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player???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 51 for details.

HDMI / Digital Output (SPDIF)

[PCM Stereo]

Select if you connect this unit???s HDMI OUT or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to a device with two- channel digital stereo decoder.

[PCM Multi-Ch] (HDMI only)

Select if you connect this unit???s HDMI OUT jack to a device with multi-channel digital decoder.

[DTS Re-Encode]

Select if you connect this unit???s HDMI OUT or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to a device with DTS decoder.

[Primary Pass-Thru]

Select if you connect this unit???s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT and HDMI OUT jack to a device with LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS and DTS-HD decoder.

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yy When [HDMI] option is set to [PCM Multi- Ch], the audio may output as PCM Stereo if the PCM Multi-Ch information is not detected from HDMI device with EDID.

yy If the [HDMI] or [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option is set to [DTS Re-Encode], the DTS Re-Encode audio is outputted for BD-ROM discs with secondary audio and the original audio is outputted for the other discs (like [Primary Pass-Thru]).

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Sampling Freq.

(Digital Audio Output)

[192 kHz]

Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is capable of handling 192 kHz signals.

[96 kHz]

Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is not capable of handling 192 kHz signals. When this choice is made, this unit

automatically converts any 192 kHz signals to 96 kHz so your system can decode them.

[48 kHz]

Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is not capable of handling 192 kHz and 96 kHz signal. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 192 kHz and 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them.

Check the documentation for your A/V Receiver or Amplifier to verify its capabilities.

DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

This function allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound.

[Off]

Turns off this function.

[On]

Compress the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD audio output.

[Auto]

The dynamic range of the Dolby TrueHD audio output is specified by itself.

And the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus are operated as same as the [On] mode.

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DTS Neo:6

If the player is connected to the multi-channel Audio Receiver by HDMI connection, set this option to enjoy the multi-channel surround sound with the 2-channel audio source.

[Off]

Outputs the stereo sound via front speakers.

[Music]

Outputs the multi-channel sounds that are optimized for listening to music.

[Cinema]

Outputs the multi-channel sounds that are optimized for watching movie.

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yy This function is not available on an on-line service.

yy Only the audio source with less than 48 kHz sampling frequency is available for this function.

yy This function is available only when [HDMI] option is set to [PCM Multi-Ch].

The DRC setting can be changed only when a disc is not inserted or the unit is in complete stop mode.

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[LOCK] Menu

The [LOCK] settings affect only Blu-ray Disc and DVD playback.

To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you must enter the 4-digit security code you have created.

If you have not entered a password yet, you are prompted to do so. Enter a 4-digit password twice, and press ENTER (b) to create a new password.

Blu-ray Disc Rating

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.

[0-254]

Prohibits play of BD-ROM with corresponding ratings recorded on them.

Password

You can create or change the password.

[None]

Enter a 4-digit password twice, and press ENTER (b) to create a new password.

[Change]

Enter the current password and press ENTER (b). Enter a 4-digit password twice, and press ENTER (b) to create a new password.

If you forget your password

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

1.Remove any disc that might be in the player.

2.Select [Password] option in the [Setup] menu.

3.Use Number buttons to enter ???210499???. The password is cleared.

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If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER (b), press CLEAR. Then input the correct password.

DVD Rating

Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.)

[Rating 1-8]

Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.

[Unlock]

If you select [Unlock], parental control is not active and the disc plays in full.

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The [Blu-ray Disc Rating] will be applied only for the Blu-ray Disc that containing the Advanced Rating Control.

Area Code

Enter the code of the area whose standards were used to rate the DVD video disc, based on the list on page 48.

[NETWORK] Menu

The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD Live and NetCast features.

Connection Setting

If your home network environment is ready to connect the player, the player needs to be set the wired network connection for network

communication. (See ???Connecting to your Home Network??? on page 19.)

Connection Status

If you want to check the network status on this player, select the [Connection Status] options and press ENTER (b) to check whether a connection to the network and the internet have been established.

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BD-LIVE connection

You can restrict Internet access when BD-Live functions are used.

[Permitted]

Internet access is permitted for all BD-Live contents.

[Partially permitted]

Internet access is permitted only for BD- Live contents which have content owner certificates. Internet access and AACS Online

functions are prohibited for all BD-Live contents without a certificate.

[Prohibited]

Internet access is prohibited for all BD-Live contents.

,,Note

All the downloaded videos from DivX VOD with this player???s registration code can only be played back on this unit.

Auto Power Off

The screen saver appears when you leave the player in Stop mode for about five minutes. If you set this option to [On], the unit automatically turns itself off after the Screen Saver is displayed for 20 minutes. Set this option to [Off ] to leave the screen saver until the unit is operated by the user.

Initialize

[Factory Set]

You can reset the player to its original factory settings.

Setting

NetCast

[Country Setting]

Select your area for displaying proper services and contents on the [NetCast] feature.

[OTHERS] Menu

DivX?? VOD

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX?? is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified?? device that plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX video.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX Certified?? device must be registered in order to play purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD section in your device setup menu. Go to vod. divx.com for more information on how to complete your registration.

[Register]

Displays the registration code of your player.

[Deregister]

Deactivate your player and display the deactivation code.

[Blu-ray Storage Clear]

Initializes the BD-Live contents from the connected USB storage.

,,Note

If you reset the player 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.

[Update]

You can update the software by connecting the unit directly to the software update server (see page 45).

Disclaimer Notice

Press ENTER (b) to view the notice of Network Service Disclaimer on page 55.

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General Playback

Using [HOME] menu

The home menu appears when you press HOME (n). Use A/Dto select a category and press ENTER (b).

A[Movie] - Plays video contents.

B[Photo] - Plays photo contents.

C[Music] - Plays audio contents.

D[NetCast] - Access to the NetCast Home.

E[Setup] - Adjusts the system settings.

Playing a Disc

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1.Press B(OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the disc tray.

2.Press B(OPEN/CLOSE) to close the disc tray.

For the most Audio CD, BD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, playback starts automatically.

3.Press HOME (n).

4.Select [Movie] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b).

5.Select [Blu-ray Disc], [DVD], [VR] or [Audio] option using W/S, and press ENTER (b).

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yy Playback functions described in this manual are not always available in every file and media. Some functions can be restricted depending on many factors.

yy Depending on the BD-ROM titles, a USB device connection may be needed for the proper playback.

yy Unfinalized DVD VR format discs may not be played in this player.

yy Some DVD-VR discs are made with CPRM data by DVD RECORDER. This unit cannot support these kinds of discs.

Playing a file on a disc/USB device

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This player can play video, audio and photo files contained in the disc or USB device.

1.Insert a data disc on the tray or connect a USB device. ( When you insert the USB device, the USB option menu will be appeared to select for [Movie], [Photo] or [Music]. )

2.Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b).

3.Select [Data] or [USB] option using W/S, and press ENTER (b).

4.Select a file using W/S/A/D, and press d(PLAY) or ENTER (b) to play the file.

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When a disc is in the unit and the power is ON, playback is not started automatically.

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Playing Blu-ray 3D disc

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This player can play the Blu-ray 3D discs which contains separate views for the left and right eyes.

Preparation

In order to playback Blu-ray 3D title in stereoscopic 3D mode, you need to:

yYCheck your TV is 3D capable and has HDMI 1.4 input(s).

yy Wear 3D glasses to enjoy the 3D experience if it is necessary.

yYCheck whether the BD-ROM title is the Blu- ray 3D disc or not.

yYConnect an HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMITM Cable) between the player???s HDMI output and TV???s HDMI input.

1.Press HOME (n), and set the [3D Mode] option on the [Setup] menu to [On] ( page 24).

2.Press B(OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the disc tray.

3.Press B(OPEN/CLOSE) to close the disc tray. The playback starts automatically.

4.Refer to the owner???s manual of your 3D-ready TV for the further instruction.

You may need to adjust the display settings and focus on your TV???s setting for the improved 3D effect.

>>Caution

yy Watching a 3D content for a long period time may cause dizziness or tiredness.

yy It is not recommended to watch a movie in 3D mode for infirm, child and pregnant woman.

yy If you are experiencing headache, tiredness or dizziness while viewing contents in 3D, it is strongly recommended to stop the playback and rest until you feel normal.

Enjoying BD-LiveTM

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BD-ROM supporting BD-Live (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 2) that has a network extension function allows you to enjoy more functions such as downloading new movie trailers by connecting this unit to the internet.

1.Check the network connection and settings (page 19).

2.Insert a USB storage device to the USB port on the front panel.

A USB storage device is needed to download bonus content.

3.Press HOME (n), and set the [BD-LIVE connection] option on the [Setup] menu (page 30).

Depending on a disc, the BD-Live function may not be operated if [BD-LIVE connection] option is set to [Partially Permitted].

4.Insert a BD-ROM with BD-Live.

The operations are differ depending on the disc. Refer to the manual supplied with the disc.

>>Caution

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. If the connected USB device seems damaged from such an action, you can format the connected USB device from the PC and reuse it with this player.

,,Note

yy Some BD-Live contents may be restrictively accessed in some territories by contents provider???s own decision.

yy It may take up to several minutes to load and start enjoying BD-Live contents.

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Playing a file on a network server

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This player 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 19).

2.Press HOME (n).

3.Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b).

4.Select a DLNA media server or a share folder on your PC on the list using W/S, and press ENTER (b).

If you want to rescan available media server, press the green (G) coloured button.

5.Select a file using W/S/A/D, and press ENTER (b) to play the file.

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yy The file requirements are described on page 10.

yy The thumbnail of the unplayable files can be displayed, but those cannot be played on this player.

yy The subtitle file name and movie file name have to be the same and located at the same folder.

yy The playback and operating quality may be affected by your home network condition.

yy You may experience connection problems depending on your server???s environment.

Entering a network user ID and the password

Depending on your PC???s environment, you may need to enter a network user ID and the password for accessing a shared folder.

1.The keyboard menu appears automatically if the network user ID and the password are required.

2.Use W/S/A/Dto select a character then press ENTER (b) to confirm your selection on the virtual keyboard.

To enter a letter with an accent mark, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the extended character set.

[Cancel] ??? Clear all entered characters.

[Space] ??? Inserts a space at the cursor position.

[<???] ??? Deletes the previous character at the cursor position.

[ABC / abc / #+-=&] ??? Change the keyboard menu settings to capital letters, small letters or symbols.

3.When you finish entering the network user ID and password, select [OK] using W/S/A/D and press ENTER (b) to access the folder.

The network user ID and password will be remembered after accessing the folder for your convenience. If you do not want the network user ID and password to be remembered, press red (R) coloured button to un-tick the [Remember] check box before accessing the folder.

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To pause playback

Press M(PAUSE) while playback.

Press d(PLAY) to resume playback.

To play frame-by-frame (Video)

Press M(PAUSE) while movie playback.

Press M(PAUSE) repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame playback.

To scan forward or backward

Press cor vto play fast forward or fast reverse during playback.

You can change the various playback speeds by pressing cor vrepeatedly.

To slow down the playing speed

While the playback is paused, press vrepeatedly to play various speeds of slow motion.

To skip to the next/previous chapter/track/file

During playback, press Cor Vto go to the next chapter/track/file or to return to the beginning of the current chapter/track/file.

Press Ctwice briefly to step back to the previous chapter/track/file.

In the file list menu of a server, there may have many types of contents in a folder together. In this case, press Cor Vto go to the previous or next content with same type.

To stop a slide show

Press Z(STOP) while slide show.

To pause a slide show

Press M(PAUSE) while slide show.

Press d(PLAY) to re-start the slide show.

To skip to the next/previous photo

While viewing a photo in full screen, press Aor D to go to the previous or next photo.

Using the disc menu

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To display the disc menu

The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which contains a menu. If you want to display the disc menu while playback, press DISC MENU.

Use W/S/A/Dbuttons to navigate through menu items.

To display the Pop-up menu

Some BD-ROM discs contain Pop-up menu that appears while playback.

Press TITLE/POPUP while playback, and use W/S/A/Dbuttons to navigate through menu items.

Resume playback

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The unit records the point where you pressed the Z(STOP) depending on the disc.

If ???MZ(Resume Stop)??? appears on the screen briefly, press d(PLAY) to resume playback (from the scene point).

If you press Z(STOP) twice or unload the disc, ???Z(Complete Stop)??? appears on the screen. The unit will clear the stopped point.

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yy The resume point may be cleared when a button is pressed (for example; 1(POWER), B(OPEN/CLOSE), etc).

yy On BD-ROM discs with BD-J, the resume playback function does not work.

yy If you press Z(STOP) once during BD-ROM interactive title playback, the unit will be in Complete Stop mode .

Advanced Playback

Repeat Playback

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During playback, press REPEAT (h) repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode.

Blu-ray discs/DVDs/MOVIE

jA- ??? Selected portion will be repeated continually.

jChapter ??? The current chapter will be played back repeatedly.

jTitle ??? The current title will be played back repeatedly.

jAll ??? All the tracks or files will be played back repeatedly.

To return to normal playback, press REPEAT (h) repeatedly to select [Off ].

Audio CDs/Audio files

kA-B ??? Selected portion will be repeated continually. (Audio CD only)

;Track ??? The current track or file will be played back repeatedly.

:All ??? All the tracks or files will be played back repeatedly.

l:All ??? All the tracks or files will be played back repeatedly in random order.

l ??? The tracks or files will be played back in random order.

To return to normal playback, press CLEAR.

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yy If you press Vonce during Repeat Chapter/Track playback, the repeat playback cancels.

yy This function may not work on some disc or title.

Repeating a specific portion

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This player can repeat a portion you have selected.

1.While playback, press REPEAT (h) to select [A-] at the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat.

2.Press ENTER (b) at the end of the portion. Your selected portion will be repeated continually.

3.To return to normal playback, press REPEAT (h) repeatedly to select [Off ].

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yy You cannot select a portion less than 3 seconds.

yy This function may not work on some discs or titles.

Enlarge the playback image

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1.During playback or pause mode, press ZOOM to display the [Zoom] menu.

2.Use red (R) or green (G) coloured button to zoom out or in the picture. You can move through the zoomed picture using W/S/A/Dbuttons.

3.To return to the normal picture size, press yellow

(Y)coloured button.

4.Press BACK (x) to exit the [Zoom] menu.

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Marker Search

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You can start playback from up to nine memorized points.

To enter a marker

1.While playback, press MARKER at the desired point. The Marker icon appears on the TV screen briefly.

2.Repeat step 1 to add up to nine markers.

To recall a marked scene

1.Press SEARCH and the search menu appears on the screen.

2.Press a number button to select a marker number that you want to recall. Playback starts from the marked scene.

To delete a Marker

1.Press SEARCH and the search menu appears on the screen.

2.Press Sto highlight a marker number.

Use A/Dto select a marked scene that you want to delete.

3.Press CLEAR and the marked scene is erased from the search menu.

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yy This function may not work depending on discs, titles, server ability.

yy All marked points are cleared if the title is in complete stop (Z) mode, the title is changed or if you unload the disc.

yy If the total length of the title is less than 10 seconds, this function is not available.

Using the search menu

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Using search menu, you can easily to find the point where you want to start playback.

To search a point

1.During playback, press SEARCH to display the search menu.

2.Press A/Dto skip the playback 15 seconds forward or backward. You can select a point that you want to skip by pressing and holding A/Dbutton.

To start playback from a marked scene

1.Press SEARCH and the search menu appears on the screen.

2.Press Sto highlight a marker number.

Use A/Dto select a marked scene that you want to start playback.

3.Press ENTER (b) to start playback from the marked scene.

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yy This function may not work depending on discs, titles, server ability.

yy This function may not work depending on the file type and ability of the media server.

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Changing content list view

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On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can change the content list view.

Method 1

Press red (R) coloured button repeatedly.

Method 2

1.On the content list, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the option menu.

2.Use W/Sto select the [View Change] option.

3.Press ENTER (b) to change the content list view.

Viewing content information

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The player can display the content information.

1.Select a file using W/S/A/D.

2.Press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the option menu.

3.Select the [Information] option using W/S, and press ENTER (b).

The file information appears on the screen.

While movie playback, you can display the file information by pressing TITLE/POPUP.

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The information displayed on the screen may not correct comparing actual content information.

Selecting a subtitle file

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If the subtitle file name is different from the movie file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the [Movie] menu before playing the movie.

1.Use W/S/A/Dto select the subtitle file you wish to play in the [Movie] menu.

2.Press ENTER (b).

Press ENTER (b) again to deselect the subtitle file. Selected subtitle file will be displayed when you play the movie file.

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yy If you press Z(STOP) while playback, the subtitle selection is cancelled.

yy This function is not available for playing file on a server via home network.

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Options while viewing a photo

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You can use various options during viewing a photo in full screen.

1.While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ DISPLAY (m) to display the option menu.

2.Select an option using W/S.

ACurrent photo/Total number of photos

??? Use A/Dto view previous/next photo.

BSlide Show ??? Press ENTER (b) to start or pause slide show.

CMusic Select ??? Select the background music for the slide show (page 36).

DMusic ???Press ENTER (b) to start or pause background music.

2.Use W/Sto select [Music Select] option, and press ENTER (b) to display the [Music Select] menu.

3.Use W/Sto select a device, and press ENTER (b).

Device that you can select are differ depending on the location of the photo file you are displaying in full screen.

4.Use W/Sto select a file or a folder you wish to play.

Select gand press ENTER (b) to display the upper directory.

2. Select the [Time] option and then input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right.

For example, to find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter ???21020???.

Press A/Dto skip the playback 60 seconds forward or backward.

3. Press ENTER (b) to start playback from selected time.

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ATitle ??? current title number/total number of titles

BChapter ??? current chapter number/total number of chapters

CTime ??? elapsed playing time/total playback time

DAudio ??? selected audio language or channel

ESubtitle ??? selected subtitle.

FAngle ??? selected angle/total number of angles

yy This function may not work on some disc or titles.

yy This function may not work depending on the file type and ability of the DLNA server.

GTV Aspect Ratio ??? selected TV aspect Ratio

HPicture Mode ??? selected picture mode

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Hearing a different audio

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1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the On-Screen display.

2.Use W/Sto select the [Audio] option.

3.Use A/Dto select desired audio language, audio track or audio channel.

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yy Some discs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. In this case, press TITLE/POP-UP or DISC MENU button and choose the appropriate audio from the selections on the disc menu.

yy Immediately after you have switched sound, there may be a temporary discrepancy between the display and actual sound.

yy On BD-ROM disc, the multi audio format (5.1CH or 7.1CH) is displayed with [MultiCH] in the on-screen display.

Selecting a subtitle language

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1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the On-Screen display.

2.Use W/Sto select the [Subtitle] option.

3.Use A/Dto select desired subtitle language.

4.Press BACK (x) to exit the On-Screen display.

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Some discs allow you to change subtitle selections only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press TITLE/POPUP or DISC MENU button and choose the appropriate subtitle from the selections on the disc menu.

Watching from a different angle

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If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback.

1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the On-Screen display.

2.Use W/Sto select the [Angle] option.

3.Use A/Dto select desired angle.

4.Press BACK (x) to exit the On-Screen display.

Changing the TV Aspect Ratio

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You can change the TV aspect ratio setting while playback.

1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the On-Screen display.

2.Use W/Sto select the [TV Aspect Ratio] option.

3.Use A/Dto select desired option.

4.Press BACK (x) to exit the On-Screen display.

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Even if you change the value of the [TV Aspect Ratio] option in On-Screen display, the [TV Aspect Ratio] option in the [Setup] menu is not changed.

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Changing the Picture Mode

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You can change the [Picture mode] option while playback.

1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the On-Screen display.

2.Use W/Sto select the [Picture Mode] option.

3.Use A/Dto select desired option.

4.Press BACK (x) to exit the On-Screen display.

Setting the [User setting] option

1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the On-Screen display.

2.Use W/Sto select the [Picture Mode] option.

3.Use A/Dto select the [User setting] option, and press ENTER (b).

4.Use W/S/A/Dto adjust the [Picture Mode] options.

Select [Default] option then press ENTER (b) to reset the all video adjustments.

5.Use W/S/A/Dto select the [Close] option, and press ENTER (b) to finish setting.

Changing subtitle code page

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If the subtitle is displayed in broken letter, you can change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle file properly.

1.During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (m) to display the playback menu.

2.Use W/Sto select the [Code Page] option.

3.Use A/Dto select desired code option.

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4. Press BACK (x) to exit the On-Screen display.

Operating

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Enjoying the NetCast???

Entertainment Access

You can use various content services via Internet with the NetCast Entertainment Access feature.

1.Check the network connection and settings (page 19).

2.Press HOME (n).

3.Select the [NetCast] using A/D, and press ENTER (b).

4.Select an option using W/S/A/D, and press ENTER (b).

,,Note

yy Detailed information of each service, contact to the content provider or visit support link of the service.

yy The content of NetCast services and service related information, including user interface, is subject to changes. Please refer to the web site of each service for most up-to-date information.

yy When you are first time to access [NetCast] feature, current country setting appears.

If you want to change the country setting, select [Edit] and press ENTER (b).

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General

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Network

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Sound

Customer Support

You can update the Player using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features. To obtain the latest software for this player (if updates have been made),

please visit http://lgservice.com or contact LG Electronics customer care centre.

Open source software notice

To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL and other open source licenses, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. All referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available to download with the source code.

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Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control

You can control your TV using the buttons below.

,,Note

Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to control your TV using some of the buttons.

Setting up the remote to control your TV

You can operate your TV with the supplied remote control.

If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code.

1.While holding down 1(TV POWER) button, and press the manufacturer code for your TV with the numerical buttons (see the table below).

2.Release the 1(TV POWER) button to complete setting.

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

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Network Software

Update

Network update notification

From time to time, performance improvements and/or additional features or services may be made available to units that are connected to a broadband home network. If there is new software available and the unit is connected to a broadband home network, the player will inform you about the update as follows.

Option 1:

1.The update menu will appear on the screen when you turn on the player.

2.Use A/Dto select a desired option and then press ENTER (b).

Option 2:

If the software update is available from the update server, the ???Software Update??? icon appears at the bottom of the Home menu. Press blue (B) colored button to start the update procedure.

Software Update

You can update the player using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features. You can update the software by connecting the unit directly to the software update server.

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yy Before updating the software in your player, remove any disc and USB Device from the player.

yy Before updating the software in your player, turn the player off and then turn it back on.

yy During the software update procedure, do not turn off the player or disconnect AC power, or do not press any button.

yy If you cancel the update, turn off the power and turn it on for stable performance.

yy This unit cannot be updated to previous software version.

1.Check the network connection and settings (page 19).

2.Select [Software] option in the [Setup] menu then press ENTER (b).

3.Select [Update] option, and press ENTER (b).

The player will check for the newest update.

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yy Pressing ENTER (b) while checking for the update will end the process.

yy If there is no update available, the Message, ???No update is found.??? appears. Press

ENTER (b) to return to the [Home Menu].

4.If newer version exists, the message ???A new update was found. Do you want to download it???? appears.

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7.When downloading is completed, the message, ???Download is complete. Do you want to update???? appears.

8.Select [OK] to start updating.

(Selecting [Cancel] will end the update and downloaded file will not be re-usable. To update software the next time, the software update procedure has to be started from the beginning again.)

>>Caution

Do not turn off the power during the software update.

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If the software includes the driver update, disc tray may open during the process.

9.When update is completed, the power will be turned off automatically in a few seconds.

10.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 centre then update your

player. Refer to ???Customer Support??? on page 43.

Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials is a software for sharing video, audio and photo files stored on your computer to this player as a DLNA-compatiable digital media server.

,,Note

yy The Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials CD- ROM is designed for PCs and should not be inserted in this player or in any product other than a PC.

yy The supplied Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials CD-ROM is a customized software edition only for sharing files and folders to this player.

yy The supplied Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials software does not support following functions: Transcoding, Remote UI, TV control, Internet services and Apple iTunes

yy This manual explains operations with the English version of Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials as examples. Follow the explanation referring to the actual operations of your language version.

Installing Nero MediaHome 4

Essentials

Before you install Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials, check the system requirement shown below.

yy Windows?? XP (Service Pack 2 or higher), Windows Vista?? (no Service Pack required), Windows?? XP Media Centre Edition 2005 (Service Pack 2 or higher), Windows Server?? 2003

yy Windows Vista?? 64-bit edition (application runs in 32-bit mode)

yy Hard drive space: 200 MB hard drive space for a typical installation of Nero MediaHome stand- alone

yy 1.2 GHz Intel?? Pentium?? III or AMD Sempron??? 2200+ processors

yy Memory: 256 MB RAM

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Area Code List

Choose an area code from this list.

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Language Code List

Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu].

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Trademarks and

Licenses

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Blu-ray Disc???, Blu-ray???, Blu-ray 3D???, BD-Live???, BONUSVIEW??? and the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.

Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

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 #???s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. ?? DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

???DVD Logo??? is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

DLNA??, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED?? are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.

???x.v.Colour??? is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

???AVCHD??? and the ???AVCHD??? logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

DivX??, DivX Certified?? and associated logos are trademark of DivX, Inc., and are used under license.

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Audio Output Specifications

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*1 The secondary and interactive audio may not be included in the output bitstream if [Digital Output (SPDIF)] or [HDMI] option is set to [Primary Pass-Thru]. (Except LPCM Codec

: the output always include interactive and secondary audio.)

*2 This player automatically selects the HDMI audio according to the decoding capability of the connected HDMI device even though [HDMI] option is set to [Primary Pass-Thru].

*3 The [PCM Multi-CH]/[Primary Pass-Thru] setting of the [HDMI] option and [DTS re- encode] setting of the [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option cannot be set together. If you set them together, the [HDMI] or [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option is set to [PCM Stereo] automatically.

*4 On the PCM audio output, the sampling frequency of DIGITAL AUDIO OUT is limited to 96 kHz.

*5 If the [HDMI] or [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option is set to [DTS re-encode], the audio output is limited to 48 kHz and 5.1Ch. If the [HDMI] or [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option is set to [DTS re- encode], the DTS Re-encode audio is outputted for BD-ROM discs, and the original audio is outputted for the other discs (like [Primary Pass- Thru]).

yy If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to your TV with High Speed HDMITM Cable and Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby TrueHD is outputted from HDMI OUT jack, DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack is limited to ???PCM 2ch??? (When the HDMI and DIGITAL AUDIO OUT are connected simultaneously).

yy The audio is outputted as PCM 48 kHz/16 bit for MP3/WMA file and PCM 44.1kHz/16 bit for Audio CD while playback.

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yy You must select a digital audio output and a maximum sampling frequency that your

Amplifier (or AV receiver) accepts using [Digital Output (SPDIF)], [HDMI] and [Sampling Freq.] options on the [Setup] menu (see page 26).

yy With digital audio connection (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT or HDMI), Disc Menu button sounds of BD- ROM may not be heard if the [Digital Output (SPDIF)] or [HDMI] option is set to [Primary Pass- Thru].

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

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

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Specifications

General

yy Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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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.

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.

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 centre to out.

Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records.

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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. For details, please contact your nearest authorized service centre.

Important Information Relating to Network Services

All information, data, documents, communications, downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, videos, webcasts, publications, tools, resources, software, code, programs, applets, widgets, applications, products and other content (???Content???) and all services and offerings (???Services???) provided or made available by or through any third party (each a ???Service Provider???) is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider from whom it originated.

The availability of and access to Content and Services furnished by the Service Provider through the LGE Device are subject to change at any time, without prior notice, including, but not limited to the suspension, removal or cessation of all or any part of the Content or Services.

Should you have any inquiry or problem related to the Content or Services, you may refer to the Service Provider???s website for the most updated information. LGE is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the Content and Services. Any question or request for service relating to the Content or Services should be made directly to the respective Content and Service Providers.

Please note that LGE is not responsible for any Content or Services provided by the Service Provider or any changes to, removal of, or cessation of such Content or Services and does not warrant or guaranty the availability of or access to such Content or Services.

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