LG LHB953 - Home Theater System User manual

Owner’s Manual
Model: LHB953
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Home Theater System
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON-
NEL.
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 magni-
tude 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 mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the product.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PROD-
UCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a con-
fined 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 installa-
tion 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, con-
tact an authorized service center.
Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try
to open the enclosure. Visible laser radiation when
open. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to
water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
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
center. Protect the power cord from physical or
mechanical abuse, such as being twisted, kinked,
pinched, closed in a door, or walked upon. Pay par-
ticular 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.
FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or
use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifica-
tions to this equipment may cause harmful
interference unless the modifications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual. The user could
lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.
REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the product is
operated in a residential installation. This product
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this product does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the product off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the product and
receiver.
•Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this
product’s compliance is:
LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.,1000 Sylvan Avenue,
Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
Phone: [phone].
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Important Safety
Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appa-
ratus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polar-
ized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the provid-
ed plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is
used, use caution when moving
the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14.
Refer all servicing to qualified service person-
nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Speaker connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Positioning the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connections to your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
Resolution Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17
Internet connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18
Network Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20
Setting the sound mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Adjust the speaker level settings . . . . . . . . . .21
Using the late night function . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Using the sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Using USB devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Adjust the Setup settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-29
Play a disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-33
Displaying disc Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Enjoying BD-LIVE™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-36
Playing a movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Listening to music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Viewing a photo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39
Playing Netflix Streaming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-42
Playing CinemaNow videos . . . . . . . . . . . .43-46
Using Pandora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47-49
Playing YouTube videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-52
Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Playing the iPod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53-54
Listening to music from your portable audio
player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Listening to the sound from your component .55
Using DIGITAL AUDIO IN jacks . . . . . . . . . . .56
Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Code numbers of controllable TVs . . . . . . . . .58
Language Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Area Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-61
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
IMPORTANT INFORMATION RELATING TO
NETWORK SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Open source software notice . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
Before connecting, operating or adjusting this
product, please read this instruction booklet
carefully and completely.
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Notes on Copyrights
Because AACS (Advanced Access Content
System) is approved as content protection
system for BD format, similar to use of CSS
(Content Scramble System) for DVD format,
certain restrictions are imposed on playback,
analog 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.
Furthermore, BD-ROM Mark and BD+ are
additionally used as content protection systems
for BD 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 Center.
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.
This product incorporates copyright protection
technologies that are protected by certain U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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.
Software Update
The software of the player can be updated by
connecting it to the Internet using the LAN cable.
We recommend to update the player using the
latest software to enhance the products operation
and/or add new features (see page 19-20).
To use BD-Live functionality
You must attach an external USB device using the
USB port (see page 22).
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 have the logo
as shown above.
Notes:
Depending on the disc type or playing status,
some SIMPLINK operation may differ from your
purpose or not work.
If “SIMPLINK” function does not work, check that
your HDMI cable supports by CEC (Consumer
Electronics Control) for HDMI.
If the sound is output from both the system’s
speakers and TV speaker or not output from both
them during SIMPLINK operation, reset speaker
setting of LG TV’s SIMPLINK menu.
Licenses
Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun
Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, 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; 7,392,195; 7,272,567;
7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide
patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered
trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD
and DTS-HD Master Audio I Essential are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.
“BD-LIVE” logo is trademark of Blu-ray Disc
association.
“DVD Logo” is trademark of DVD Format/Logo
Licensing Corporation.
“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.
“BONUSVIEW” is trademark of Blu-ray Disc
Association.
This product is licensed under the AVC patent port-
folio license and VC-1 patent portfolio license for
the personal and non-commercial use of a con-
sumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the
AVC Standard and VC-1 Standard (“AVC/VC-1
Video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC/VC-1 Video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and
non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a
video provider licensed to provide AVC/VC-1 Video.
No license is granted or shall be implied for any
other use. Additional information may be obtained
from MPEG LA, LLC. See http://www.mpegla.com.
“AVCHD” and the AVCHD logo are trademarks
of Panasonic and Sony Corporation.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc.
“Made for iPod” means that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPod and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
“Works with iPhone” means that an electronic
accessory has been designed to connect
specifically to iPhone and has been certified by
the developer to meet Apple performance
standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of
this device or its compliance with safety and reg-
ulatory standards.
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Introduction
To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual
carefully and retain for future reference.
This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of
your player. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service
location.
About the Symbol Display
“ “ may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that
the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that spe-
cific media.
Symbols Used in this Manual
Note:
Indicates special notes and operating features.
Tip:
Indicates tips and hints for making the task easier.
Asection whose title has one of the following symbols are applicable only
to the disc represented by the symbol.
All discs listed below
BD-ROM disc
DVD-Video, DVD±R/RW in Video mode or VR
mode and finalized
DVD±R/RW in AVCHD format
Audio CDs
Music files contained in the USB/Disc
Handling the Unit
When shipping the unit
Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need
to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was
originally packed at the factory.
Keeping the exterior surfaces clean
Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit.
Wiping with strong pressure may damage the surface.
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.
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 center.
Notes on Discs
Handling Discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so
that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the
disc.
Storing Discs
After playing, store the disc in its case. Do not expose the disc to direct
sunlight or sources of heat and never leave it in a parked car exposed to
direct sunlight.
Cleaning Discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound
distortion. Before playing, clean the disc with a clean cloth. Wipe the disc
from the center out.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, thinner, commercially
available cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records.
MUSIC
ACD
AVCHD
DVD
BD
ALL
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