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aTitle – Current title number/total number of titles.
bChapter – Current chapter number/total number of chapters. 
cTime – Elapsed playing time. 
dAudio – Selected audio language or channel. 
eSubtitle – Selected subtitle. 
fAngle – Selected angle/total number of angles.
Notes:
•If no button is pressed for a few seconds, the on-screen display 
disappears.
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Atitle number cannot be selected on some discs.•An item may not be available on some discs or titles.
•If BD interactive title is playing back, some setting information is 
displayed on the screen but prohibited to be changed.
Moving to another title/chapter
When a disc has more than one title/chapter, you can move to 
another title/chapter/track. 
Press DISPLAY during playback then use v/ Vto select the
[Title/Chapter] icon. Then, press the appropriate numbered button 
(0-9) or b/ Bto select a title/chapter number.
Playing from selected time 
Press DISPLAY during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed
playing time. 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” and press
ENTER. If you enter the wrong numbers, press CLEAR and enter the 
correct numbers.
Note:
This function may not work on some disc or titles.
Watching from a different angle 
If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can
change to a different camera angle during playback.
During playback, press DISPLAY to display the playback menu. Use v V
to select the [Angle] option, then use bB to select desired angle.
DVDBD
DivXAVCHDDVDBD
DivXAVCHDDVDBDDisplaying disc information
1Play the disc loaded on the unit: PLAY
2Displays the playback menu: DISPLAY
3Select an item: v v 
 V
V
4Adjust the playback menu settings: b bB
B 
 
5Exit the disc playback menu: DISPLAY
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This unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, 
secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc., with BD-Video supporting
BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard
Profile). In addition to the BONUSVIEW function, BD-Video supporting 
BD-Live (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 2) that has a network extension 
function allows you to enjoy more functions such as online games by 
connecting this unit to the Internet.
Enjoying BD-Live discs with Internet
This unit supports BD-Live, a new BD-Video function that allows you to use
the following interactive functions when connected to the Internet. (The
usable functions and the operating method may vary with each disc. For
details, refer to the instructions for the disc.)
–Additional contents such as movie’s trailer, subtitles and BD-J, etc. can
be downloaded to USB device to play them.
–Special video data, etc. may be played back while they are being
downloaded to a USB device.
Preparations: 
•The unit must be connected to the Internet and set up to use the 
BD-Live functions (see page 18-19 and 26).
•AUSB device is required to use this function. Connect a USB device
(see page 20).
•The free space in the USB device must be more than 1GB.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.
Notes:
•Some BD-Live contents may be restrictively accessed in some 
territories by contents provider’s own decision.
•It may take up to several minutes to load and start enjoying BD-Live
contents.
•Depending on a disc, the BD-Live function may not be operated if [BD-
LIVE connection] option is set to [Partially permitted]. (See page 26.)
•The connection to the Internet may take time or the Internet may not
be connected depending on the connection environment. It is required
that you use a broadband connection.
•Do not remove the USB device during operation. The USB device may
be damaged. Stop playback and turn off the menu beforehand.
Tip:
Special video data, etc. may be played back while they are being 
downloaded to a USB device using one function of BD-Live. The playback
may be paused depending on the communication environment.
Some functions may be disabled to prevent skipping to sections that have
not been downloaded, etc.
AACS Online
When discs supporting BD-Live are played back, the player or disc IDs
may be sent to the content provider via the Internet.
Services and functions to be provided differ depending on the disc.
–You can be introduced to other similar movies if you record your 
viewing history on the server by using these IDs.
–Game score histories can be saved.
Enjoying BD-LIVE™
1Inserts a BD-ROM disc with BD-LIVE™ OPEN/CLOSE (Z)features:
2Check the network connection and settings: –
BD-Live features need the internet connection.
3Connect a USB device: –
AUSB device is required to use this function.
4Select a BD-LIVE™ features on the v V b B,ENTER
disc menu:
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Playing secondary video (picture-in-picture)
Secondary video can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-
picture function.
For the playback method, refer to the instructions for the disc.
To turn on/off secondary video, press PIP. Secondary video is played. 
Press the button to turn it ON or OFF.
Notes:
•Discs may not always be played back according to the settings on this
unit, as certain playback formats are prioritized on certain discs.
•Only the primary video is played during search/slow-motion or frame-by-
frame.
•This function may not work depending on the disc. 
Note:
•When the USB device is connected and a disc is inserted 
simultaneously, the menu for selecting a media will appear. 
Select a media then press ENTER.
•You can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 28-31.
•On the [MOVIE] menu, use red (A) or blue (D) button to move to the
previous or next page. 
•Unfinalized DVD VR format discs may not be played in this player.
•Some DVD-VR disc are made with CPRM data by DVD RECORDER.
This unit cannot support these kinds of discs.
•Some DivX files may not play, depending on the DivX format or the
recording format.
•Press DISC MENU to move to the list menu.
What is CPRM?
CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing
the recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands for
Content Protection for Recordable Media.Playing a movie
1Insert a disc/ USB device containing movie –contents.
2Displays the [Home Menu]:HOME
3Select the [Movie] option: b bB
B
, ENTER
4Selects a movie from the [MOVIE] menu:v V 
5Plays the selected movie: PLAY
6Stops the playback: STOP
The player can play DivX files on the disc/USB
device and video contents recorded on a 
DVD-RW(VR mode) discs. Before playing DivX
files, read “DivX file requirement” on page 34.
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Movie List menu options (DVD-RW (VR mode disc))
Use v/Vto select a title on the [MOVIE] menu then press ENTER. The
menu options appear.
Use v/Vto select an option, then press ENTER.
•[Play]Starts playback of the selected title.
•[Resume Play]Starts playback from where you stopped it previously.
•[Close]Exits menu options. Also you can disappear it by pressing
RETURN button.
Notice for displaying the DivX subtitle
If the subtitle does not display properly, change the language code as
described below.
1Press and hold SUBTITLE for 3 seconds during playback. 
The language code will appear. 
2Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select another language code until the
subtitle is displayed properly and then press ENTER.
DivX file requirement
DivX file compatibility with this player is limited as follows:
•Available resolution size: 720x576 (W x H) pixel.
•The file names of DivX and subtitle are limited to 50 characters.
•DivX file extensions: “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”
•Playable DivX subtitle: SubRip (.srt / .txt), SAMI (.smi), 
SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.txt), MicroDVD (.sub/.txt), SubViewer 1.0 (.sub),SubViewer 2.0 (.sub/.txt), TMPlayer (.txt), DVD Subtitle System (.txt)
•Playable Codec format: “DIVX3.xx”, “DIVX4.xx”, “DIVX5.xx”,
“DIVX6.xx” (Standard playback only)
•Only the playback function is supported with DivX 6.0 in the unit.
•Playable Audio format: “Dolby Digital”, “DTS”, “MP3”
•Sampling frequency: within 32 - 48 kHz (MP3)
•Bit rate: within 32 - 320 kbps (MP3)
•CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE Format: 
ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format
•Maximum Files/Folder: 
Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)
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Example) Audio CD
Note:
When the USB device is connected and a disc is inserted simultaneously,
the menu for selecting a media will appear. Select a media then press
ENTER.
Tips:
•To go directly to any track or file and play, enter the track/file number
using the numbered buttons (0-9).
•The playback may start automatically if the Audio CD inserted.
•Select a folder then press ENTER and you can view the files in the
folder. If you want to move to the upper directory, use bor v/Vto 
highlight 
[UP Folder] and press ENTER.•On the [MUSIC] menu, use red (A) or blue (D) button to move to the 
previous or next page.
•The equalizer indicator is not coupled with the music in play back.
•If there is impossible code to express in the file name, it may be 
displayed as illegible. 
•You can use variable playback functions. Refer to page 28-29.
The [MUSIC] menu options
Use v/Vto select a track or file on the [MUSIC] menu then press
ENTER. The menu options appear.
Use v/Vto select an option, then press ENTER.
•[Play]Starts playback the selected track or file.
•[Select Play]Plays back only the marked track(s) or file(s). Use
MARKER for selecting the multiple files or tracks.
•[Random]Starts or stops random playback.
By pressing >during random playback, the unit selects another
track and resumes random playback.
•[Unmark All]Unmarks all marked files or tracks.
•[Close]Exits menu options. Also you can disappear it by pressing
RETURN button.
Note:
You cannot use [Select Play] and [Random] functions simultaneously.
Listening to a music
1Insert Audio CD or a disc containing MP3/ –
WMA files, or connect the USB device 
containing MP3/WMA files. 
2Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME
3Select a [Music] option: b bB
B
, ENTER
4Selects a music from the [MUSIC] menu:v V
5Plays the selected music: PLAY
6Stops the playback: STOP
The player can play Audio CDs and MP3/WMA
files. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read
“MP3/WMA audio file requirement” on page 36.
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MP3/WMA audio file requirement 
File extensions: “.mp3”, “.wma”
Sampling frequency: within 32 - 48 kHz (MP3), 
within 32 - 48 kHz (WMA)
Bit rate: within 32 - 320 kbps (MP3), within 40 - 320 kbps (WMA)
CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE Format: 
ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format
Maximum Files/Disc: 
Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)
Notes on MP3/WMA file
•Depending on the size and number of the MP3/WMA files, it may take
several minutes to read the contents of the media.
•This unit cannot support the ID3 Tag embedded in the MP3 file.
Note:
When the USB device is connected and a disc is inserted 
simultaneously, the menu for selecting a media will appear. Select a media
then press ENTER.
Tips:
•To go directly to any file and play, enter the file number using the 
numbered buttons (0-9).
•You can advance to the previous or next file by pressing .or >
during viewing a photo file in full screen. 
•You can start the slide show by pressing PLAY (N) while the
[PHOTO] menu appears. Viewing a photo
1Insert a disc containing photo files, or connect–the USB device containing photo files.
2Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME
3Select a [Photo] option: b/B,ENTER
4Selects a photo from the [PHOTO] menu:v/V/b/B 
5Displays the selected photo in full screen: ENTER
6Displays the next or previous photo:./ >
7Return to the [PHOTO] menu screen: STOP
This unit can play a photo files. Before playing
photo files, read “Photo file requirement” on page
37.
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•Select a folder then press ENTER and you can view the files in the
folder. If you want to move to the upper directory, use v/V/b/Bto 
highlight 
[UP Folder] and press ENTER.
•On the [PHOTO] menu, use red (A) or blue (D) button to move to the 
previous or next page.
•If there is impossible code to express in the file name, it may be dis-
played as illegible.
Options during viewing a photo file in full screen
You can use various options during viewing a picture in full screen.
Use v V b Bto select an option and use the options as described below.
aUse b/Bto advance to the previous or next file. 
bPress ENTER to start or pause the slide show. 
cPress ENTER to play or pause the background music. This option
is available after the background music is selected using 
[Music Select] option. 
dPress ENTER to rotate the picture clockwise.
This option is not available during slide show.
ePress ENTER to set the Slide Show speed.
fSelects the background music.
1) Press ENTER and the menu will appear.
2) Use v/V/b/Bto select a media or folder that there are music
file(s). 
3) Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
gPress ENTER to exit the option menu.
To appear the menu again, press ENTER.
Photo file requirement
File extensions: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”
Recommended size: 
Less than 3,000 x 3,000 x 24 bit/pixel
Less than 3,000 x 2,250 x 32 bit/pixel
CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE Format: 
ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format
Maximum Files/Disc: 
Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)
Notes on Photo file
•Progressive and lossless compression photo image files are not 
supported.
•Depending on the size and number of the photo files, it may take 
several minutes to read the contents of the media.
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							Listening to the radio - more you can do
Look for radio stations automatically
Press and hold TUN.-/TUN.+ for more than a second. The tuner will scan 
automatically and stop when it finds a radio station.
Choose a preset number for a radio station
When storing a radio station, the preset number can be chosen. When this unit
automatically shows a preset number, press PRESETv v 
 
/V V
to change it. Press
ENTER to save your chosen number.
Delete all the saved stations
Press and hold ENTER for two seconds. ERASE ALL will flash up on the 
display. Press ENTER to erase all saved radio stations.
Improve poor FM reception
Press MO./ST. This will change the tuner from stereo to mono and usually
improve the reception.
Listening to the radio
1Select FM or AM:  TUNER (INPUT)
2Select a radio station: TUN.-/+
3To save a radio station:ENTER
Apreset number will show on the display.
Up to 50 radio stations can be saved.
4To confirm press:ENTER
5To select a saved stationPRESET v v 
 
/V V
ON REMOTEBe sure that FM and AM antennas are connected.
Playing the iPod
For details about iPod, refer to the iPod User Guide.
Preparation
• To view iPod’s Videos and Photos on the TV screen.
- Be sure to use the video connection through the VIDEO OUT jack on
the rear panel of this unit.
Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV.
- Depending on the iPod, make sure that select Videos > Video settings,
and then set TV Out to Ask or On from your iPod.
For details about Video Settings, refer to the iPod User Guide.
- The viewing photos is available only if this unit is in REMOTE IPOD
mode and you can view photos only as a slideshow. 
You have to start a slideshow on your iPod to view a photo on a TV.
For details about a slideshow, refer to the iPod User Guide.
• Before connecting the iPod, turn this unit off and reduce the volume of
this unit to its minimum.
Connect the iPod firmly.
To open the iPod Dock:
Push the marked Z.
To close the iPod Dock:
Push the iPod Dock forward.
Select an iPod modePress iPod.
• REMOTE IPOD mode: You can operate your iPod through an iPod’s 
display by using the supplied remote control and also control on your iPod.
• OSD IPOD mode:You can operate your iPod by controlling OSD menu
on the TV screen with the supplied remote control. The controls on
your iPod are not operational in the OSD iPod mode.
Do this on remote To
• If you turn this unit on, your iPod is automatically turned on and recharging starts.
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Tip:
You may use the dock adapter which should be supplied with your iPod to
the dock for the stable use of the iPod.
If you need an adapter, consult your iPod dealer.Notes: 
• 
Compatibility with your iPod may vary depending on the type of your iPod.
• iPod touch and iPhone have may differ in operation from the iPod.
You may need any additional control to use them with this unit. 
(e.g. “slide to unlock”)
• If you use an application, make a call, or send and receive SMS text
message, etc. on your iPod touch or iPhone, disconnect it from the
iPod dock of this unit and then use it.
• Depending on your iPod’s software version, it may not be possible to
control your iPod from this unit. We recommend installing the latest 
software version.
• The video quality depends on the video sources on your iPod.
• When LG TV’s SIMPLINK is set to On, the audio signals are output to the
system speakers only.
• If this unit displays an error message, follow the message. 
An error message “CHECK IPOD” or “Please check your iPod.” 
appears when:
- the communication between this unit and your iPod is failed.
t t 
 Undock & re-dock your iPod in this unit.
- your iPod is not connected firmly.
- this unit recognizes your iPod as unknown device.
- your iPod is exceptionally low on power.
t t 
 The battery needs to be charged.t
t 
 If you charge the battery while iPod is extremely low in power, it may
take longer to charge.
An error message “CHECK IPOD” or “Connected iPod model is not 
supported.” appears when:
- your iPod is not available for the function to be operated.
An error message 
“CHECK IPOD” or “Please update iPod’s software.”
appears when:
- your iPod has an old software version.
t t 
 Update your iPod software to latest version.
• If you have a problem with your iPod, please visit 
www.apple.com/support/ipod.
Select a menu itemPress v V and B or ENTER.
Go back to the previous menuPress RETURN (O O
) or DISC MENU or b.
Browse for a songFrom the main menu, select Music.
Browse for a videoFrom the main menu, select Videos.
Play a song or videoSelect the song or video and press ENTER.
Pause a song or videoPress PAUSE/STEP (X X
) or PLAY (B).
To continue playback, press 
PAUSE/STEP (X X
) or PLAY (B) again.
Skip to the next song or videoPress SKIP (>).
Start a song or video overPress SKIP (.).
Play the previous song or videoPress SKIP (.) twice.
Fast-forward or rewind a songPress and hold SCAN (mor M).
or video
Repeat a song Press REPEAT repeatedly to select a 
desired repeat mode: Track ( ), All ( ) 
Off (No display).
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							Listening to music from your
portable audio player
1Connect the headphones (or line out ) jack
of the portable audio player into the PORT. 
IN on the rear panel of this unit: -
2Turn the power on:  POWER
3Select the [PORTABLE] option:  INPUT
4Turn down the volume of this unit: VOL. (+/-)
5Turn the portable audio player on and start 
it playing: -
6Adjust the volume of this unit and your  VOL. (+/-)
portable audio player:
You can enjoy the sound of your portable audio player from the speakers
of the system.
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Listening to the sound from
your component
1Connect the analog audio output jacks of your 
component into the AUX L/R (INPUT) on the rear 
panel of this unit:  -
2Turn the power on: POWER
3Select the [AUX] option:  INPUT
4 Turn down the volume of this unit: VOL. (+/-)
5Turn your component on: -
6Adjust the volume: VOL. (+/-) You can enjoy the sound of your component with the analog audio 
output jacks from the speakers of the system.
ON REMOTE
3.5 mm stereo
miniplug cable
To the audio output jacks
of your component 
(TV, VCR, etc.)
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