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OWNER’S MANUAL Blu-ray™/ DVD Home Theater System Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. BH4120S (BH4120S, S42S2-S, S42S1-W) BH4620P (BH4620P, SH36PD-F/ S/ C/ W)
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Getting Started Safety Information CAUTION CAUTION : CLASS 1M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY DO NOT OPEN WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO procedures other than those specified herein may USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING...
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Getting Started Notes on Copyrights This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. y Because AACS (Advanced Access Content Safety way to remove the battery or the System) is approved as content protection battery from the equipment: Remove the system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of old battery or battery pack, follow the steps CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format,...
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Getting Started IMPORTANT SAFETY 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. INSTRUCTIONS 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has 1. Read these instructions. been damaged in any way, such as power- 2.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Sound Effect Operating General Playback Getting Started – Using [HOME] menu Safety Information – Playing a Disc Introduction – Playing a file on a disc/USB device – Playable Discs and symbols used in – Basic operations for video and audio this manual content –...
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Table of Contents – Open source software notice Appendix Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control – Setting up the remote to control your Area Code List Language code List Trademarks and Licenses Audio Output Specifications Specifications Maintenance – Handling the Unit –...
Getting Started Introduction Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual Media/Term Logo Symbol Description y Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. y BD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format. Blu-Ray y BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files.
[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)
Getting Started Note Note y A “avi” file which is encoded “WMV 9 codec” y The file name is limited to 180 characters. is not supported. y Maximum files/folder: Less than 2 000 y This player supports UTF-8 files even it (total number of files and folders) contains Unicode subtitle contents.
Getting Started Certain System Requirements Regional Code For high definition video playback: This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD y High definition display that has HDMI input jack. discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.
Getting Started Front panel a Disc tray e Operation buttons R (Open / Close) b Display Window T (Play / Pause) c PORT. IN I (Stop) d USB Port F (Function) Changes the input source or function. f Volume g 1 (Power)
Connecting > Caution Positioning the system y Be careful to make sure children not to put their hands or any objects into the *speaker The following illustration shows an example of duct. positioning the system. Note that the illustrations *Speaker duct: A hole for plentiful bass in these instructions differ from the actual unit for sound on speaker cabinet (enclosure).
Connecting Speaker Connection 2. Connect the black stripe of each wire to the terminals marked - (minus) and the other end to the terminals marked + (plus). Attaching the speakers to the player 1. To connect the cable to the unit, press each plastic finger pad to open the connection terminals on the unit.
Connecting Connecting to Your TV HDMI Connection If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Make one of the following connections, depending speed HDMI™ cable with Ethernet). Connect the on the capabilities of your existing equipment.
Connecting Note Video Connection y If a connected HDMI device does not accept Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the the audio output of the player, the HDMI video in jack on the TV using a video cable. You can device’s audio sound may be distorted or hear the sound through the system’s speakers.
Connecting Note Resolution Setting y If your TV does not accept the resolution The player provides several output resolutions for you have set on the player, you can set HDMI OUT jack. You can change the resolution resolution to 480p as follows: using [Setup] menu.
Connecting Antenna connection Connections with external device Connect the supplied antenna for listening to the radio. AUX Connection You can enjoy the sound from an external component through the speakers of this system. Connect the analog audio output jacks of your component into the AUX L/R (INPUT) on this unit.
Connecting USB device connection PORT. IN connection You can enjoy the sound from your portable audio player through the speakers of this system. This player can play movie, music and photo files contained in the USB device. Connect the headphones (or line out ) jack of the portable audio player into the PORT.
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Connecting Note y This player supports USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, movie). y This unit can support up to 4 partitions of the USB device. y Do not extract the USB device during operation (play, etc.).
System Setting Settings 4. Check all the settings that you have set in the previous steps. Initial Setup When you turn on the unit for the first time, the initial setup wizard appears on the screen. Set the display language, speaker setup on the initial setup wizard.
System Setting Adjust the Setup Settings [DISPLAY] Menu You can change the settings of the player in the TV Aspect Ratio [Setup] menu. Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV 1. Press HOME ( ). type. [4:3 Letter Box] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
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System Setting Resolution HDMI Color Setting Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. Refer to page 20 for details about the resolution For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your setting.
System Setting [LANGUAGE] Menu [AUDIO] Menu Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set Display Menu the player’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on- screen display.
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System Setting Speaker Setup HD AV Sync To obtain the best possible sound, use the speaker Sometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between setup display to specify the volume of the speakers picture and sound. If this happens you can you have connected and their distance from your compensate by setting a delay on the sound so listening position.
System Setting [LOCK] Menu DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their The [LOCK] settings affect only BD-ROM and DVD content. (Not all discs are rated.) playback. To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you [Rating 1-8] must enter the 4-digit security code you have Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and created.
System Setting [OTHERS] Menu Auto Power Off The screen saver appears when you leave the DivX(R) VOD player in Stop mode for about five minutes. If you set this option to [On], the unit automatically ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format turns off within 20 minutes since the Screen Saver created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.
System Setting Sound Effect Setting the [User EQ] You can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode appears on the front panel display or the TV screen. The displayed items for the equalizer maybe different depending on sound sources and effects.
Operating General Playback Playing a Disc erot 1. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the Using [HOME] menu disc tray. The home menu appears when you press HOME 2. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE) to close the disc tray. ( ). Use A/D to select a category and press For the most Audio CD, BD-ROM and ENTER (b).
Operating Basic operations for video and Basic operations for photo audio content content To stop playback To play a slide show Press Z (STOP) while playback. Press d (PLAY) to start slide show. To pause playback To stop a slide show Press M (PAUSE) while playback.
Operating Advanced Playback Resume playback eroyt Repeat Playback The unit records the point where you pressed the erotu Z (STOP) depending on the disc. If “MZ (Resume Stop)” appears on the screen briefly, press d (PLAY) to resume playback (from the scene During playback, press REPEAT (h) repeatedly to point).
Operating Repeating a specific portion Changing content list view eroty This player can repeat a portion you have selected. On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can change the content list view. 1. While playback, press REPEAT (h) to select [A-] at the beginning of the portion you wish to Method 1 repeat.
Operating Selecting a subtitle file Options while viewing a photo If the subtitle file name is different from the movie You can use various options during viewing a file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the photo in full screen. [Movie] menu before playing the movie.
Operating Listening to music while slide show You can display photo files while listening to music files. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ MENU (m) to display the option menu. 2. Use W/S to select [Music Select] option, and press ENTER (b) to display the [Music Select] menu.
Operating On-Screen display 2. Select an option using W/S. 3. Use A/D to adjust the selected option value. 4. Press BACK ( ) to exit the On-Screen display. You can display and adjust various information and Note settings about the content. y If no button is pressed for a few seconds, Displaying content information the on-screen display disappears.
Operating Playing from selected time Hearing a different audio eroy eroy 1. Press INFO/MENU (m) during playback. The 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to time search box shows the elapsed playing display the On-Screen display. time. 2. Use W/S to select the [Audio] option. 2.
Operating Changing the TV Aspect Ratio Changing the Picture Mode eroy You can change the TV aspect ratio setting while You can change the [Picture mode] option while playback. playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to display the On-Screen display.
This equipment should not be used for such purposes. LG expressly disclaims any responsibility for illegal distribution or use of If you want to create a new folder, use unauthorized content in commercial purpose.
Operating Radio Operations Deleting a saved station 1. Press PRESET (- / +) to select a preset number you want to delete. Be sure that the antennas are connected. (Refer to the page 21) 2. Press CLEAR, the preset number will blink in the display window.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution The Power does not turned on. y Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The unit does not start y Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, color system, and regional playback.
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://www.lg.com/global/support or contact LG Electronics customer care centre. Open source software notice To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL and other open source licenses, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.
Appendix Controlling a TV with Setting up the remote to control your TV the Supplied Remote You can operate your TV with the supplied remote Control control. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code. You can control your TV using the buttons below.
Appendix Area Code List Choose an area code from this list. Area Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Afghanistan Fiji Monaco Singapore Argentina Finland Mongolia Slovak Republic Australia France Morocco Slovenia Austria Germany Nepal South Africa Belgium Great Britain Netherlands South Korea Bhutan...
Appendix Language code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu]. Language Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Afar 6565 French 7082 Lithuanian 7684 Sindhi 8368 Afrikaans 6570 Frisian...
Appendix Trademarks and Licenses Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, BONUSVIEW™ and U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc DTS-HD, the Symbol, &...
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Appendix Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially- produced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted.
Appendix Specifications General Power requirements Refer to main label. (Mexico : 120 V ~ 60 Hz) Power consumption 55 W Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 360 x 60.5 x 304 mm Net Weight (Approx.) 2.5 kg Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity 5 % to 90 %...
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Appendix Speakers (BH4120S) Front speaker (Left/ Right) Type 1 Way 1 speaker Max. Input power 84 W Net Dimensions Impedance Rated 3 Ω 92.5 x 115 x 79 mm (W x H x D) Input Power 42 W Net Weight 0.39 kg Rear speaker (Left/ Right) Type...
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Appendix Speakers (BH4620P) Front speaker (Left/ Right) Type 1 Way 1 speaker Max. Input power 84 W Net Dimensions Impedance Rated 3 Ω 260 x 1 020 x 68 mm (W x H x D) Input Power 42 W Net Weight 2.64 kg...
Appendix Maintenance Notes on Discs Handling Discs Handling the Unit 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 When shipping the unit disc.