LG LHB996 Owner's Manual
LG LHB996 Owner's Manual

LG LHB996 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Lif_ _'*'**_ *',¢ Network 3D Blu-rai Home Theater Please re_d this rnantAal careflAIly before operating To,Jr set and retain it for flJtLJre reference, LHB_6 P/NO : SAC35235212 www, lg,com...
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Geft"ing St"_rt"ed Safety Information CLASS1 _ASER pRODUCT LUOKAN 1 _ASER L._IT_ K_ASS 1 LASER A_PARAT [EKI_ASSE _ _.ASF_ PRODUKT CAUTION:This product employs a Laser System. CAUTION To ensure proper use of this product, please read © this owner's manual carefully and retain it for future CAUTION:TO REDUCETHE RISK OF ELECTRK.
  • Page 3 Class B digital device, Responsible Party : pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are LG Electronics USA, Inc.1000 Sylvan Avenue, designed to provide reasonable protection against Englewood (.lifts, NJ 07632...
  • Page 4 Gelling S?arfed IMPORTANT SAFETY Notes Copyrights • Because AACS (Advanced Access Content INSTRUCTIONS System) is approved as content protection system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of Read these instructions. CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, 2. Keep these instructions. certain restrictions are imposed on playback,...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Video Codec High [OTHERS] Menu Sound Effect Definition) - About DLNA 3D Sound Effect - Certain System Requirements - LG Remote Operating - WOL (Wake On LAN) - Regional Code General Playback - Compatibility Notes Using [HOME] menu Remote control...
  • Page 6 Handling the Unit Improving poor FM reception Notes on Discs Using the Premium Important Information Relating Using the LG Apps Network Services Signing Managing my Apps Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - General Network Picture Sound - Customer Support...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Gelling S?arted Introduction Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual MedialTerm Logo Symbol Description • Discs such asmovies that can be purchased or rented. • "Blu-ray 3D'discs and'Blu-ray 3D ONLY"discs. BI_-f_LIDIsc • BD-R/REdiscs that are recorded in BDAVformat. B!u-Ray BD-R/RE discs that contain Video, Audio or Photo files.
  • Page 8: About The "Q" Symbol

    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 it on LG player. (Mastered/Live...
  • Page 9: File Compatibility

    Getting Started File compatibility Video files File Location ".avi',".divx', DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, Dolby Digital, SubRip (.srt / .txt), SAMI (.smi), i ¸ [ ".mpg', ".mpeg', DTS,MP3, DIVXS.xx, DIVX6.xx SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.txt), WMA, AAC, ".mkv', ".mp4", MicroDVD (.su b/.txt), VobSub (Standard playback Disc, ".ast',".wmv', (.sub), SubViewer...
  • Page 10: Avchd

    Getting Started -- @ Note AVCHD (Advanced Video • The file name is limited to 180 characters. Codec High Definition) • Maximum files/folder: Lessthan 2 000 (total number of files and folders) • This player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in...
  • Page 11: Certain System Requirements

    The disc you are using will control LG Remote how long this information is retained. You can control this player with your iPhone or Android phone via your home network.This...
  • Page 12: Remote Control

    They are also used for [MOVIE], / _1 (SKIP): Goes to the [PHOTO], [MUSIC], [Premium] next or previous chapter / track / [LG Apps] menu. file. - B Button: Selects mono/stereo in FM mode. [] (STOP): Stops playback. (PLAY): Starts playback.
  • Page 13: Front Panel

    Getting Started Front panel £@ Caution C._/J (POWER) Button Precautions in using the touch buttons Disc Tray • Use the touch buttons with dean and dry Operation buttons hands. >/I I (PLAY/PAUSE) - In a humid environment, wipe out any [] (STOP) moisture on the touch...
  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Getting Started 15 Rear panel © AC power cord VIDEO OUT Speakers connectors COMPONENTVIDEO (Y PB PR) OUTPUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN) _J Cooling Fan Antenna Connector LAN port iPod (24 pin) OPTICAL iN (.onnect to the furnished iPod cradle. HDMliN 1/2 AUX (L/R)INPUT HDMI OUT...
  • Page 15: Connecting

    Connecting _-..j._ Caution Positioning the system • Be careful to make sure children not to put their hands or any objects into the %peaker duct. The following illustration shows an example positioning the system. Note that the illustrations %peaker duct: A hole for plentiful bass in these instructions differ from the actual unit for...
  • Page 16: Speaker Connection

    Connecting Speaker Connection Attaching the speakers to the player 1. Connect speaker cords to the player. Each speaker connector is color-coded. Use matching color connector f:or corresponding speakers. When connecting speaker cords to the player, insert the connector © until it clicks. Connector Speaker Position...
  • Page 17: Connecting To Your Tv

    Conne¢i'ing HDMI Connection Connecting to Your 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 on the capabilities of your existing equipment.
  • Page 18: What Is Simplink

    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. --})@ Note epending on the disc type or playing...
  • Page 19: Component Video Connection

    Connecfing Video Connection Component Video Connection Connect the COMPONENTVIDEOOUTjacks on the Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the player to the corresponding input jacks on the TV video in jack on the TV using a video cable. You can using component video cable.You can hear the hear the sound through the system's speakers.
  • Page 20: Resolution Setting

    Co_ecfi_g Antenna connection Resolution Setting The [)layer provides several output resolutions HDMI OUT and COMPONENTVIDEO OUTPUT jacks. Connect the supplied antenna for listening to the You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. radio. 1. Press HOME('_). Use </> to select the [Setup] and press ENTER (®).The [Setup] menu appears.
  • Page 21: Connections With External

    22 Commecfin9 PORT. IN connection Connections with You can enjoy the sound from your portable audio external device player through the speakers of this system. Connect the headphones (or line out ) jack of the portable audio player into the PORT. IN socket of Connection this unit.
  • Page 22: Optical In Connection

    Commeci'img OPTICAL IN connection HDMI IN 1/2 connection You can enjoy the sound from your component You can enjoy the pictures and sound from your with a digital optical connection through component through this connection. speakers of this system. Connect the HDMI OUT jack of your component Connect the optical...
  • Page 23: Connecting To Your Home

    Connecfing Connecting to your Home Network Broadband This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel or the internal wireless module. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, BD-LIVE interactivity...
  • Page 24: Wired Network Setup

    Connecfing ,_. @ Note Wired Network Setup ffthere is no DHCP server on the network If there is a DHCP server on the local area network you want to set the IP address manually, select (LAN) via wired connection, this player will [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], automatically...
  • Page 25: Wireless Network Connection

    26 Connecting Wireless Network Connection _..-@ Note Available frequency range and channels Another connection option is to use an Access Point 5 GHz band are listed as below. But, there or a wireless router. The network configuration may have the differences and restrictions connection method...
  • Page 26 Connecting 2. The [Connection Setting] menu appear on the [Manual] -Your access point may not be screen. Use A / V to select [Wireless] and press broadcasting its access point name (SSID). ENTER (®). (beck your router settings through your computer and either set your router to 3.
  • Page 27 Commecfin9 Nofes On Network Connecfion: • A DSL modem is required to use DSL service and a cable modem is required to use cable modem • Many network connection problems during service. Depending on the access method of and set up can often be fixed by re-setting subscriber agreement with your ISP,you may not...
  • Page 28: Usb Device

    Co_r_ecf"ir_g Note device connection • This player supports USB flash drive/ external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and This player can play video, audio and photo files NTFS when accessing files (audio, photo, contained in the USBdevice. video). However, for BD-UVE and Audio CD recording, only FAT16 and FAT32 formats are supported.
  • Page 29: Settings

    System Seffi_ [DISPLAY] Menu Settings TV Aspect Ratio Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV Adjust the Setup Settings type. You can change the settings of the player in the [Setup] menu. [4:3 Letter Box] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. 1.
  • Page 30 System Setting31 ResoOution HDMI Color Setting Sets the output resolution of the Component Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. HDMI video signal. Refer to page 21 and 69 for For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your details about the resolution setting.
  • Page 31: [Language]

    System Setting [LANGUAGE] Menu [AUDIO] Menu Display Menu Speaker Setup Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on- To obtain the best possible sound, use the speaker screen display. setup display to speci_ the volume of:the speakers you have connected and their distance from your Disc...
  • Page 32: [Lock]

    System Setting HD AV Sync [LOCK] Menu Sometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between The [LOCK] settings affect only CinemaNow movie, picture and sound. If this happens you can BD and DVD playback. compensate by setting a delay on the sound so To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you that it effectively'waits'for...
  • Page 33: [Network]

    System Seffin [NETWORK] Menu Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the content. (Not all discs are rated.) software update, BD Live and ondine content services. [Rating 1-8] Rating one (1) has the most restrictions Connection Setting rating eight (8) is the least restrictive.
  • Page 34: [Others]

    Display the unique code of:this player for with this player's registration code can only be servicing [Premium] and [LG Apps] feature. played back on this unit. Auto Power The screen saver appears when you leave the player in Stop mode for about five minutes.
  • Page 35 Sysfem Seffin9 Initialize Play Network This function allows you to control the playback [Factory Set] of media streamed from DLNA media server by a You can reset the p]ayer to its original factory DLNA certified smartphone. Most DLNA certified settings. smartphone has a function to control the playback...
  • Page 36: 3D Sound

    System Seffi_g Sound Effect 3D Sound Effect You can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND 3D Sound features deliver sound not only towards EFFECT repeatedly until the desired mode appears the front or rear but also to the top, creating on the front panel display or the TV screen.
  • Page 37 [Premium] - Displays the Premium Home Some DVD-VR discs are made with CPRM screen. data by DVD RECORDER.This unit cannot [LG Apps] - Displays the [LG Apps] screen. support these kinds of:discs. [Input] - Changes input mode. [Setup] - Adjusts the system settings.
  • Page 38 Ope_'afin 9 39 Playing Blu-ray 3D disc Enjoying BD-LIVE This player can play the Blu-ray 3D discs which BD-ROM supporting BD-LIVE (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 2) that has a network extension function contains separate views for the left and right eyes. allows you to enjoy more functions such as downloading...
  • Page 39 Operafin9 file network t--,aymg a on a Entering a network user ID and serve r password Depending on your PC's environment, you may need to enter a network user ID and the password for accessing a shared folder. This player can play video, audio and photo files located in a PC or a DLNA server through your 1.
  • Page 40 Operating Connecting to a Wi-Fi Direct Basic operations for video and certified server audio content To stop playback This player can play video, audio and photo files Press[] (STOP) w hile playback. located in a Wi-Fi Direct certified server. The Wi-Fi Direct technology make the player to be directely...
  • Page 41: 42 Operating

    42 Operating Basic operations for photo Resume playback content To play a slide show The unit records the point where you pressed the PressI_ (PLAY)to start slide show. [] (STOP) depending on the disc. If"||[] (Resume Stop)'appears on the screen briefly, To stop a slide show press I_ (PLAY) to resume playback...
  • Page 42: Repeat

    Operafin 9 43 Repeating a specific portion Advanced Playback This player can repeat a portion you have selected. Repeat Playback 1. While playback, press REPEAT (CD) to select [A-] at the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat. During playback, press REPEAT (_D) repeatedly...
  • Page 43 Operating Marker Search Using the search menu You can start playback from up to nine memorized Using search menu, you can easily to find the point points. where you want to start playback. To enter a marker To search a point 1.
  • Page 44: Selecting

    Ope_'afin Changing content list view Viewing content information glNNNINN On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can The player can display the content information. change the content list view. 1. SeJectafiJeusingA/V/</>. 2. Press [NFO/D[SPLAY (_) to display the option Method menu.
  • Page 45: Last Scene

    Operating Last Scene Memory Options while viewing a photo This unit memorizes the last scene from the last disc You can use various options during viewing that is viewed.The last scene remains in memory photo in full screen. even if you remove the disc from the unit or switch 1.
  • Page 46: On-Screen

    Operafin 9 47 Listening to music while slide On-Screen display show You can display and adjust various information settings about the content. You can display photo files while listening to audio files. Displaying content information 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ on-screen DISPLAY (_)
  • Page 47: Playing From Selected Time

    Note internet for accessing the Gracenote Media Database. • This function may not work on some disc or LG is a licensee of Gracenote technology titles. and is not responsible or liable for This function may not work depending information...
  • Page 48: Selecting A Subtitle Language

    Ope_'afin9 Selecting a subtitle language Changing TV Aspect Ratio |||| |||| 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (_) You can change the TV aspect ratio setting while display the On%creen display. playback. Use A / V to select the [Subtitle] option. 1.
  • Page 49: Changing Picture Mode

    Ope_'afin Changing Picture Mode You can change the [Picture mode] option while playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY (_) display the On-Screen display. 2. Use A / V to select the [Picture Mode] option. 3. Use <:/> to select desired option. Press BACK (0"%) to exit the On-Screen display.
  • Page 50: Audio Cd To Usb Recording

    This equipment should not be used for such purposes. LG expressly disclaims responsibility for illegal distribution or use of unauthorized content in commercial purpose. Be Responsible Respect Copyrights If you want to create a new folder, use A / V / <...
  • Page 51: Viewing Information From Gracenote

    Media Database. content and content in DLNA servers. If there is no music information from the database, LG is a licensee of Gracenote technology music titles will not appear on the screen. and is not responsible or liable for information...
  • Page 52: Playing Your Ipod / Iphone

    Ope_'afin When you connect the iPod on the HOME menu, Playing your iPod I the player plays a music automatically. Or a menu iPhone for the fiJe type seJection wiJ] appear. You can enjoy the sound with your iPod. For details about iPod, refer to the iPod's User Guide.
  • Page 53: Enjoying The Ipod In Mode

    .'54 Ope_'afin9 .-- @ Note Enjoying the iPod IN mode • An error message"CHECK'or"Connected You can operate your ]Pod by using the supplied iPod model is not supported"appears when: remote control and controls on your iPod. your iPod is not available for the function 1.
  • Page 54: Radio Operations

    Ope_'afin Deleting a saved station Radio Operations 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 (.LEAR, the preset number will blink in the display window.
  • Page 55: Using The Premium

    2. Press HOME(_). Press HOME('_O. 3. Select the [Premium] using </>, and press ENTER (®). 3. Select the [LG Apps] using </)', and press ENTER (®). Select an online service using A / V / < / >, and press ENTER (®).
  • Page 56: Signing In

    You can move or delete an installed application with your account. the [My Apps] menu. 1. On the [LG Apps] or [My Apps] screen, press red Move application (R) colored button. 1. Select an application,...
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    58 Tro_bleshoot"ing Troubleshooting General Cause&Solution Symptom The Power does not turned on. * Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The unit does not start * Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, color system, and regional code.) playback.
  • Page 58: Network

    Tro_bleshoofir_g Network cause sOI tio BD-LIVE feature does not work. * The connected USB storage may not have enough space. Connect the USB storage with at least 1GB free space. Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (see page 24-28).
  • Page 59: Picture

    (if updates have been made), please visit us.]qservice.com or contact LG Electronics customer care center. 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.
  • Page 60 Appendix 6 1 Setting up the remote Controlling a TV with 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.
  • Page 61: Appendix

    Appendix Network Software Software Update You can update the player using the latest software Update to enhance the products operation and/or add new features.You can update the software connecting the unit directly to the software update server. Network update notification .- @ Note From time to time, performance...
  • Page 62: About

    ADpendi× About Nero If newer version exists, the message"Do want to update?" appears. MediaHome 5. Select [OK] to start update. (Selecting [Cancel] will end the update.) Essentials Caution Do not turn off the power during the software Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials is a software update.
  • Page 63: Sharing

    64 Appendi× Graphics card with atleast 32 MB video memory, Sharing files and folders minimum resolution of800 x 600 p ixels, and 16- bit c olor settings On your computer, you must share the folder contained video, audio and/or photo content Windows ®...
  • Page 64: Area Code

    Appendi× Area Code List Choose an area code from this list. Area ..Code Area Code Area Code Area ..Code Monaco Afghanistan Fiji [Singapore Finland i Mongolia [ Slovak Republic Argentina Australia i Morocco l Slovenia France Austria South Africa Germany [ Nepal Netherlands...
  • Page 65: Language

    66 Appendi× Language code List Usethis list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu]. Language Language Language [Language Code Code Code Code Afar 6565 French 7082 Lithuanian 7684 Sindhi 8368 Afrikaans 6570 Frisian...
  • Page 66 Appendix Trademarks @ -HD Licenses Master Audi0 JEssential 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; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; B/u-r_z/Di_£" 7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray Blu-ray BD BD-Live patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol BONUSViEW and the ]ogos are trademarks of...
  • Page 67 ADpendi× You agree that your non-exclusive license to use OI TM the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers will terminate if you violate these restrictions. If your license terminates, agree to cease any and all use of the Gracenote DivX ®, DivX Certified ®and associated Iogos Data, the Gracenote...
  • Page 68 Appendix 69 Video Output Resolution When the non-copy protected media is playing back -"_._ Video 0ut COMPONENTVIDEO .._---_ HDM OUT Resolution _._._, HDMI €onnected HDMI disconnected 480i 480i 480p 480p 480p 720p 720p 720p 1080i 10801 1080i 1080p)24Hz 480i 1080i 1080p/24 480i...
  • Page 69: Specifications

    70 Appendix Specifications General Power requirements Refer to main label on the rear panel. Power consumption Refer to main label on the rear pan& Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 444 X 61 X 289 mm (17.5 x 2.4 x 11.4 inches) Net Weight (Approx.) 3.9 kg (8.6 [bs)
  • Page 70 Appendix " 71 Laser Semiconductor laser Wavelength 405 n m / 650 nm Signal system Standard NTSC color TV system Frequency response 20 Hz to 18 kHz (48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz sampling) Harmonic distortion Less than 0.05 % Dynamic range More than 80 dB...
  • Page 71: Maintenance

    72 Appendix Notes on Discs Maintenance Handling Discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold Handling Unit the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the When shipping unit...
  • Page 72 Appendix "7,3 Important Information Relating to Network Services All inf:ormation, 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...
  • Page 73 Life s Good...

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