LG Hlb54s Owners Manual

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Notes on Network Connection •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.
•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.
•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.
•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.
•Some internet contents may require a higher bandwidth connection.
•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.
•Some internet connection operations may not be possible due to certain
restrictions set by the Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your
broadband Internet connection.
•Any fees charged by an ISP including, without limitation, connection
charges are your responsibility.
•A10 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.
•You must use a Router to use xDSL service.•ADSL 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.)
•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.
•The wireless network operate at 2.4GHz radio frequencies that are also
used by other household devices such as cordless telephone,
Bluetooth®devices, microwave oven, and can be affected by 
interference from them.
•Turn off all unused network equipment in your local home network.
Some devices may generate network traffic.
•For the purpose of the better transmission, placing the player from the
access point as close as possible.
•In some instances, placing the access point or wireless router at least
0.45m above the floor may improve the reception.
•Move closer to the access point if possible or re-orient the player so
there is nothing between it and the access point.
•The reception quality over wireless depends on many factors such as
type of the access point, distance between the player and access point,
and the location of the player.
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							22Network Software UpdateNetwork update notificationFrom 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 b/Bto select a desired option and then press ENTER.
[OK]- Starts the software update.
[Cancel]- Exits the update menu and displays it next booting.
[Hide]- Exits the update menu and it does not appear until next 
software is uploaded in the update server.
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
coloured button to start the update procedure. (see page 22-23 for more
detail)
Software Update
Updating software in the [Setup] menuYou 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.
Step 1: Check the Network Connection and settings
See page 18-21.
Step 2: Updating Software
Cautions:
•Before updating the software in your player, remove any disc and USB
Device from the player.
•Before updating the software in your player, turn the player off and then
turn it back on.
•During the software update procedure, do not turn off the player or
disconnect AC power, or do not press any button.
•If you cancel the update, turn off the power and turn it on for stable 
performance.
•This unit cannot be updated to previous software version.1.
Select [Software Update] option in the [Setup] menu then press Bor
ENTER.
2.
The player will check for the newest update. 
Caution: Pressing ENTER while checking for the update will end the
process.
Note: If there is no update available, the Message, “No update is
found.” appears. Press ENTER to return to the [Home Menu].
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3.
If newer version exists, the message “A new update was found. Do
you want to download it?” appears. 
4.
Select OK to download the update. (Selecting [Cancel] will end the
update.)
5.
The player starts downloading the newest update from the server.
(Downloading will take about 80 seconds at the network speed of
4Mbps Speed.)
6.
When downloading is completed, the message, “Download is 
complete. Do you want to update?” appears.
7.
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.
Note: If the software includes the driver update, disc tray may open
during the process.
8.
When update is completed, the message, “Update is complete.” will
appear, and the power will turn off automatically after 5 seconds. 
9.Turn the power back on. The system now operates with the new
version. 
10.After completing the update process, repeat procedures 1-4 in Step 4
and check if there are no more updates available.
Tip:
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 58.
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							Setting the sound modeYou can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND repeatedly until the
desired mode appears on the front panel display or the TV screen.
The setting the sound mode is not available when [HDMI Audio] is set to
[On] (see page 28).
[Natural] mode: You can enjoy comfortable and natural sound.
[Bypass] mode: Software with multichannel surround audio signals 
is played according to the way it was recorded.
[Bass Booster] mode: Reinforce the bass sound effect from front left
and right speaker and subwoofer.
[News] mode: This mode makes voice sound clear, improving the 
quality of voice sound.
[Drama] mode: You can enjoy more dynamic sound with improved
center channel while watching a television drama. 
[Sports] mode: This mode produces dynamic sound expansion for the
sports program.
[Game] mode: You can enjoy more virtual sound while playing video
games.
[Concert] mode: Creates the sound of concert hall.
[Music ReTouch] mode: When listening to MP3 files or other 
compressed music, you can enhance the sound. This mode is 
available only to 2 channel sources.
Note:
Only [BYPASS] mode is available when HDMI IN’s audio is a compressed 
bitstream of Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD.
Adjust the speaker level settingsYou can adjust the sound level of each speaker.
Press SPK LEVEL repeatedly to select a desired speaker to set.
Press VOL. (+/-) to adjust the sound level of the selected speaker while
the level setting menu is displayed on the front panel display or the TV
screen. Repeat and adjust the sound level of the other speakers. Using the late night functionYou can compress the dynamic range of the sound track.
Press NIGHT repeatedly.
This may be useful when you want to watch movies at low volumes late at
night.
[NIGHT OFF]:Late night function off.
[NIGHT ON]:Reduction in dynamic range.
Notes:
•The late night function may be less effective or have no effect depending
on the source.
•During the late night mode is on, the lighting of the touch buttons and
the volume knob are turned off and the front panel display is dimmed.Using the sleep timerYou can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep 
listening to music.-Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired time period options 
(in minutes): (Dimmer on 
t t 
 
Sleep timer value 
t
t 
 
Dimmer off) 
Dimmer on: 
The lighting of the touch buttons and the volume knob are
turned off and the front panel display is dimmed.
-To view the time countdown to the standby mode, press SLEEP again.
-To deactivate the sleep timer, press SLEEP until the previous status is 
displayed or press POWER to switch the unit to standby.
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Tip:
If you select the [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] option when a USB device is
connected and a disc is inserted simultaneously, the menu for selecting a
media will appear. Select a media then press ENTER.Insert/Remove a USB deviceInserting a USB device –Insert straight-in until it fits into place.
Removing a USB device –Withdraw the USB device carefully.Notes:
•This player supports USB flash memory/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.
Please use the Internal Flash Memory or USB flash memory/external
HDD formatted in either FAT16 or FAT32 when using BD-Live.
•The USB device can be used for the local storage for enjoying BD-Live
discs with Internet
•This unit can support up to 4 partitions of the USB device.
•Do not extract the USB device during operation (play, etc.). 
•An USB device which requires additional program installation when you
have connected it to a computer, is not supported.
•USB device: USB device that support USB1.1 and USB2.0.
•Movie Files, Music files and photo files can be played. For details of
operations on each file, refer to relevant pages.
•Regular back up is recommended to prevent data loss.
•If you use a USB extension cable or USB HUB, the USB device may not
be recognized.
•Some USB device may not work with this unit.
•Digital camera and mobile phone are not supported.
•USB Port of the unit cannot be connected to PC.
The unit cannot be used as a storage device.
USB Flash Drive
USB External HDD
Using a USB deviceThis unit can play the movie, music and photo
files contained in the USB device.
ON REMOTE
1. Insert a USB device to the USB port: –2Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME
3Select a main option: b bB
B
, ENTER[Movie], [Photo] or [Music] option4Select the [USB] option: b bB
B
5Displays corresponding menu list:  ENTER
[MOVIE], [PHOTO] or [MUSIC] menu appears.
Details for the menu are on pages 38-42.
USB External HDD
USB Flash Drive
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							26 [Movie] – Start video media’s playback or displays the [Movie] menu.
[Photo] – Display the [Photo] menu. (page 41-42)
[Music] – Display the [Music] menu. (page 40)
[My Media] – Display and play the shared contents from the selected 
server. (pages 43-46)
[YouTube] – Watch YouTube videos streamed from the Youtube server via
the internet to your TV. (pages 47-49)
[Setup] – Display the [Setup] menu. (page 26-31)
Note:
The unit will be in stop mode then the [Home Menu] will appear if you
press HOME during playback.Using the Home Menu1Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME2Selects an option: v V b B3Displays the selected option menu: ENTER
4Exit the [Home Menu]:  HOME
ON REMOTE
Adjust the Setup settings1Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME2Selects the [Setup] option: v V b B, ENTER3Selects a desired option on the first level: v v 
 V
V4Moves to the second level: B B5Select a desired option on the second level: v v 
 V
V6Moves to the third level: B B7Adjust or confirm the setting:v v 
 V
V
, ENTER8Go back to the previous level:b b
9Exit the [Setup] menu: HOME
ON REMOTE
First level
Second level
Third level
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[DISPLAY] MenuTV Aspect Ratio
[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.
Note:
You cannot select [4:3 Letter Box] and [4:3 Pan Scan] option when the
resolution is set to higher than 720p.Resolution
Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal.
Refer to “Resolution Setting” on page 16-17 for details about the 
resolution.
[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. (only for HDMI 
connection).
[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.
1080p Display Mode
When the resolution is set to 1080p, select [24Hz] for smooth presentation
of film material (1080/24p) with a HDMI-equipped display compatible with
1080/24p input.
Notes:
•When you select [24Hz], you may experience some picture disturbance
when the video switches video and film material. In this case, select
[50Hz].
•Even when [1080p Display Mode] is set to [24Hz], if your TV is not 
compatible with 1080/24p, the actual frame frequency of the video 
output will be 50Hz to match the video source format.
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.
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							28[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 to select another language. Use number
buttons then ENTER to enter the corresponding 4-digit number
according to the language code list on page 55.
[Off] (for Disc Subtitle) –Turn off Subtitle.
Note:
Depending on the disc, your language setting may not work for some
discs.
[AUDIO] Menu HD AV Sync
Sometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between picture and sound. If this
happens you can compensate by setting a delay on the sound so that it 
effectively ‘waits’ for the picture to arrive: this is called HD AV Sync. 
Use v Vto scroll up and down through the delay amount, which you can set
at anything between 0 and 300m sec. 
The delay will vary depending on which digital TV channel you are on. If you
change channel you may need to readjust the HD AV Sync.
HDMI Audio
You can set TV speaker output for the audio signal from the HDMI OUT jack.
[Off] – Audio signals are output to the system speakers only.
[On] – Audio signals are output from the TV’s speaker and the 
system’s front left and right speaker and subwoofer.
Note:
When [HDMI Audio] is set to [On], the sound mode is switched to
[BYPASS] automatically.
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[LOCK] Menu (Parental Control)The [LOCK] settings affect only BD 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 and press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER to
verify.
Password
You can create, change or delete the password.
[New] – Enter a 4-digit password and press ENTER. Enter it again and
press ENTER to create a new password.
[Change] – Enter the current password and press ENTER. 
Enter a 4-digit password and press ENTER. Enter it again and press
ENTER to create a new password.
[Delete] – Enter the 4-digit password and press ENTER to delete the
password.
Tip:
If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR. Then input
the correct 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.
DVD Rating 
Blocks playback of rated disc 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.
BD 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.
Note:
The [BD rating] will be applied only for the BD 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 55.
BDDVD
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							30[NETWORK] MenuThe [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD Live,
My Media and YouTube features.
Some BD-ROM discs may enable you to access special BD-ROM sites, if
you connect the player to the Internet. For example, if a BD-ROM site
includes content such as links to future movie trailers, you can watch the
downloaded on-line content on the player.
You do not need to connect to a PC to use this function.
Preparations: 
•This feature requires an always-on broadband internet connection.
(see page 18-21.)
•ABD-ROM disc compatible with this feature is required. Not all 
BD-ROM discs are compatible.
Connection Setting
If you have connected this player to a local area network (LAN), the player
needs to be set up for network communication. (See “Internet connection”
on pages 18-21.)
Connection Status
If you want to check the network status on this player, select the
[Connection Status] options and press B or ENTER to check whether a
connection to the network and the internet have been established.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.
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