LG Hx906tx Owners Manual

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y The file name is limited to 180 characters. 
 
y Maximum files/folder: Less than 2 000  
(total number of files and folders)
 
y Depending on the size and number of the 
files, it may take several minutes to read the 
contents on the media. 
 
y File compatibility may differ depending on 
the server. 
 
y Because the compatibility on DLNA server 
are tested on the bundle DLNA server (Nero 
MediaHome 4 Essentials) environment, file 
requirements and playback functions may 
differ depending on media servers.
 
y The file requirements on page 10 are not 
always compatible. There may have some 
restrictions by file features and media 
server’s ability. 
 
y Playing a movie subtitle files are only 
available on share folder of a PC or DLNA 
media server created by supplied Nero 
MediaHome 4 Essentials software on this 
player package.
 
y The files from removable media such as USB 
drive, DVD-drive etc. on your media server 
may not be shared properly.
 
y This unit cannot support the ID3 Tag 
embedded MP3 file.
 
y The total playback time of audio file 
indicated on the screen may not correct for 
VBR files.
 
y HD movie files contained on the CD or USB 
1.0/1.1 may not played properly.  
Blu-ray Disc, DVD or USB 2.0 are 
recommended to play back HD movie files.
 
y This player supports H.264/MPEG-4 AVC 
profile Main, High at Level 4.1. For a file 
with higher level, the warning message will 
appear on the screen.
 
y This player does not support files that are 
recorded with GMC
*1 or Qpel*2.
*1  GMC – Global Motion Compensation
*2  Qpel – Quarter pixel
 
,NoteAVCHD (Advanced Video 
Codec High Definition)
 yThis player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders.
 yThe AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.
 yThe MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format.
 yThis player can playback AVCHD discs using “x.v.Color” format.
 ySome AVCHD format discs may not play depending on the recording condition.
 yAVCHD format discs need to be finalized.
 y“x.v.Color” offers a wider color range than normal DVD camcorder discs.
About DLNA
This Player is a DLNA Certified digital media player that can display and play movie, photo and music content from your DLNA-compatible digital media server (PC and Consumer Electronics).
The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross-industry organization of consumer electronics, computing industry and mobile device companies. Digital Living provides consumers with easy sharing of digital media through your home network.
The DLNA certification logo makes it easy to find products that comply with the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines. This unit complies with DLNA Interoperability Guidelines v1.5.
When a PC running DLNA server software or other DLNA compatible device is connected to this player, some setting changes of software or other devices may be required. Please refer to the operating instructions for the software or device for more information.
 
						

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Certain System Requirements
For high definition video playback:
 yHigh definition display that has COMPONENT or HDMI input jacks.
 yBD-ROM disc with high definition content.
 yHDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display device is required for some content (as specified by disc authors).
For playing files on your PC’s share folder via your home network, the PC requires below.
 yWindows® XP (Service Pack 2 or higher), Windows Vista® (no Service Pack required) Windows 7® (no Service Pack required)
 y1.2 GHz Intel® Pentium® III or AMD  Sempron™ 2200+ processors
 yNetwork environment: 100 Mb Ethernet, WLAN (IEEE 802.11b/g)
 yMore than 1 folder on your PC has to be shared.Visit suppot link of your operating system for more information on file share settings.
LG Remote
You can control this player with your iPhone or Android phone via your home network. This player and your phone must be connected to your wireless network device such as access point. Visit “Apple iTunes” or “Google Apps Marketplace” for detailed information of “LG Remote”.
WOL (Wake On LAN)
Users can turn on this player using WOL embeded utility on your personal computer or smartphone via your home network. To use this feature, this player must be connected to the WOL available access point or router with wired network connection. Refer to the relevant manual of the utility or network devices for more detailed information.
Regional Code
This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.
Compatibility Notes
 yBecause BD-ROM is a new format, certain disc, digital connection and other compatibility issues are possible. If you experience compatibility problems, please contact an authorized Customer Service Center.
 yThis unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc., with BD-ROM supporting BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard Profile). Secondary video and audio can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-picture function. For the playback method, refer to the instructions in the disc. 
 yViewing high-definition content and up-converting standard DVD content may require a HDMI-capable input or HDCP-capable DVI input on your display device.
 ySome BD-ROM and DVD discs may restrict the use of some operation commands or features.
 yYou can use a USB device to store some disc related information, including downloaded on-line content. The disc you are using will control how long this information is retained.
 
						

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Battery Installation
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the Remote Control, and insert two R03 (size AAA) batteries with 4 and 5 matched correctly.
•  •  •  •  •  •  a •  •  •  •  •  •
1 (POWER): Switches the player ON or OFF.
B (OPEN/CLOSE): Opens and closes the disc tray.
RADIO&INPUT: Changes input mode.
0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu or inputs letters in the keypad menu.
CLEAR: Removes a mark on the search menu or a number when setting the password.
REPEAT (h): Repeats a desired section or sequence.
•  •  •  •  •  •  b •  •  •  •  • 
c/v (SCAN): Searches backward or forward.
C/V (SKIP): Goes to the next or previous chapter / track / file. 
Z (STOP): Stops playback.
z (PLAY): Starts playback.
M (PAUSE): Pauses playback.
SPEAKER LEVEL: Sets the sound level of desired speaker. 
SOUND EFFECT: Selects a sound effect mode.
VOL +/-: Adjusts speaker volume.
OPTICAL: Changes input mode to optical directly.
MUTE: Mute the unit.
•  •  •  •  •  •  c •  •  •  •  • 
HOME (n): Displays or exits the [Home Menu].
3D SOUND: Selects a 3D sound effect mode.
INFO/DISPLAY (m): Displays or exits On-Screen Display.
Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu.
PRESET +/-: Selects programme of Radio.
TUNING +/-: Tunes in the desired radio station.
ENTER (b): Acknowledges menu selection.
BACK (x): Exits the menu or resumes playback. The resume play function may not work depending on the BD-ROM disc.
TITLE/POP-UP: Displays the DVD title menu or BD-ROM’s pop-up menu, if available.
DISC MENU: Accesses menu on a disc.
•  •  •  •  •  •  d •  •  •  •  • 
Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons: -  Use to navigate BD-ROM menus. They are also used for [MOVIE], [PHOTO], [MUSIC] and [Premium] menu.-  B button: Selects mono/ stereo in FM mode.
MARKER: Marks any point during playback.
SEARCH: Displays or exits the search menu.
SLEEP: Sets a certain period of time after which the unit will switch to off.
MIC/ECHO (Optional):  
Selects the microphone mode or microphone’s echo mode. After selecting the desired mode, press VOL +/- to adjust microphone volume or microphone’s echo volume. 
MUSIC ID: When connected to the network, can provide information about the current song while movie playback.
X (REC): Records an audio CD.
TV Control Buttons: See page 63.
Remote control
 
						

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Front panel
a 1/! (POWER) Button
b Disc Tray
c Remote Sensor
d Display Window 
e Volume Control
f MIC 1/2 (Optional)
g PORT. IN
h USB Port
i Operation buttons B (OPEN/CLOSE)d/M (PLAY / PAUSE) Z (STOP) C/V (SKIP) FUNC. (Function) Changes the input source or function.
 
y Precautions in using the touch buttons
 
y Use the touch buttons with clean and dry 
hands. 
-  
In a humid environment, wipe out any 
moisture on the touch buttons before 
using.
 
y Do not press the touch buttons hard to 
make it work. 
-  
If you apply too much strength, it can 
damage the sensor of the touch buttons.
 
y Touch the button that you want to work in 
order to operate the function correctly.
 
y Be careful not to have any conductive 
material such as metallic object on the 
touch buttons. It can cause malfunctions. 
>Caution
                         
						

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Rear panel
a AC power cord
b Speakers connectors
c Cooling Fan
d LAN port
e OPTICAL IN
f HDMI IN 1/2
g HDMI OUT
h VIDEO OUT
i COMPONENT VIDEO (Y PB PR) OUTPUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN)
j Antenna Connector
k iPod (24 pin)Connect to the furnished iPod cradle.
l AUX (L/R) INPUT
                        
						

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Assembling the 
speaker (Front/Rear)
Preparation
Pole
Base
Speaker
Screw
Speaker cord
1. Attach the base to the pole. Be careful with the orientation of the pole and base, as in the illustration. 
Step 1
2. Secure the connection with a supplied screw.When assembling, be careful that the pole and base do not fall down.
Step 2
3. Attach the speaker to the pole, then secure the connection with a supplied screw.
Step 3
 
						

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4. Thread the speaker cord through the hole in the bottom of the base.
Step 4
Bottom of base
5. Connect the speaker cord to the connector on the speaker.
Step 5
Be careful that the speaker  
does not fall down. 
Otherwise it may result in  
the speaker malfunctioning  
and causing personal injury  
and/ or property damage. 
>Caution
 
						

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Positioning the system
The following illustration shows an example of positioning the system. Note that the illustrations in these instructions differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (
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ABA Front left speaker (L)/ 
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ABA Front right speaker (R): 
Place the front speakers to the sides of the monitor or screen and as flush with the screen surface as possible.
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Place the center speaker above or below the monitor or screen.
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ABA Surround left speaker (L)/ 
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ABA Surround right speaker (R): 
Place these speakers behind your listening position, facing slightly inwards.
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ABA Subwoofer: 
The position of the subwoofer is not so critical, because low bass sounds are not highly directional. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the front speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the room to reduce the wall reflections.
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y Be careful to make sure children not to put 
their hands or any objects into the *speaker 
duct. 
*Speaker duct: A hole for plentiful bass 
sound on speaker cabinet (enclosure).
 
y Place the center speaker at a safe distance 
from the child’s reach. 
Otherwise it may result in the speaker falling 
down and causing personal injury and/or 
property damage.
 
y The speakers contain magnetic parts, so 
colour irregularity may occur on the CRT 
TV screen or PC monitor screen. Please use 
the speakers away from the TV screen or PC 
monitor screen.
 
y This product is specially designed to 
produce the effect of the 3D Sound.  
Other speakers may not operate normally 
when connected. 
>Caution
 
						

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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 for corresponding speakers. When connecting speaker cords to the player, insert the connector until it clicks.
Connector colorSpeakerPosition
GreyRear rightRear right
BlueRear leftRear left
GreenCenterCenter
OrangeSubwooferAny front position
RedFront rightFront right
WhiteFront leftFront left
2. Connect the speaker cord to the connector on the speaker.
 
						

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Connecting to Your TV
Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment.
 yHDMI connection (page 20)
 yComponent Video connection (page 22)
 yVideo connection (page 22)
 
y Depending on your TV and other 
equipment you wish to connect, there are 
various ways you could connect the player. 
Use only one of the connections described 
in this manual.
 
y Please refer to the manuals of your TV, 
stereo system or other devices as necessary 
to make the best connections.
 
y Make sure the player is connected directly 
to the TV. Tune the TV to the correct video 
input channel.
 
y Do not connect your player via your VCR. 
The image could be distorted by the copy 
protection system. 
,Note
HDMI Connection
If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable ( Type A, High speed HDMI™ cable with Ethernet). Connect the HDMI jack on the player to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.
Rear of the unit
TV
HDMI 
cable
Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual). 
Additional Information for HDMI
 yWhen you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following:
 -Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this player. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this player.
 -The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit.
 -The connected device is compatible with 720x576p, 1280x720p, 1920x1080i or 1920x1080p video input.
 yNot all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will work with this player.
 -The picture will not be displayed properly with non-HDCP device.