LG Hx996ts Owners Manual
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OWNER’S MANUAL 3D Sound Blu-ray™ Home Theater Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. HX996TS (HX996TS, SH96TS-FL/FR/SL/SR/C/W) P/NO : SAC35235212
1 Getting Started Getting Started 3 Getting Started1 Safety Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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 magnitude 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 maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined 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 installation 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, contact 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 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 particular 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.
Getting Started 4 Getting Started1 This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. Safety way to remove the battery or the battery from the equipment: Remove the old battery or battery pack, follow the steps in reverse order than the assembly. To prevent contamination of the environment and bring on possible threat to human and animal health, the old battery or the battery put it in the appropriate container at designated collection points. Do not dispose of batteries or battery together with other waste. It is recommended that you use local, free reimbursement systems batteries and accumulators. The battery shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. 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.Notes on Copyrights y 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. yFurthermore, 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 Centre. yMany 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. yThis product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. yUnder 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.
Getting Started5 Getting Started1 Important Notice for TV colour system The colour system of this player differs according to currently playing discs. For example, when the player plays the disc recorded in the NTSC colour system, the image is output as an NTSC signal. Only the multi system colour TV can receive all signals output from the player. yIf you have a PAL colour system TV, you will see just distorted images when using discs or video contents recorded in NTSC. yThe multi system colour TV changes the colour system automatically according to input signals. In case that the colour system is not changed automatically, turn it off and then on to see normal images on screen. yEven if the disc recorded in NTSC colour system are well displayed on your TV, these may not be recorded correctly on your recorder.
Table of Contents 6 Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 3 Safety Information 8 Introduction 8 – Playable Dis cs and symbols used in this manual 9 – About the “7” Symbol Display 10 – File compatibility 11 – AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) 11 – About DLNA 12 – Certain System Requirements 12 – LG Remote 12 – WOL (Wake On LAN) 12 – Regional Code 12 – Compatibility Notes 13 Remote control 14 Front panel 15 Rear panel 2 Connecting 16 Positioning the system 17 Speaker Connection 17 – Attaching the speakers to the player 18 Connecting to Your TV 18 – HDMI Connection 19 – What is SIMPLINK ? 19 – ARC (Audio Return Channel) function 20 – Component Video Connection 20 – Video Connection 21 – Resolution Setting 21 Antenna connection 22 Connections with external device 22 – AUX Connection 22 – PORT. IN connection 23 – OPTICAL IN c onnection 23 – HDMI IN 1/2 connection 24 Connecting to your Home Network 24 – Wired network connection 25 – Wired Network Setup 26 – Wireless Network Connection 26 – Wireless Network Setup 29 USB device connection 29 – Playback content in the USB device 3 System Setting 30 Settings 30 – Adjust the Setup Settings 30 – [DISPLAY] Menu 32 – [LANGUA GE] Menu 32 – [AUDIO] Menu 33 – [LOCK] Menu 34 – [NETWORK] Menu 35 – [OTHERS] Menu 37 Sound Effect 37 3D Sound Effect 4 Operating 38 General Playback 38 – Using [HOME] menu 38 – Playing a Disc 38 – Playing a file on a dis c/USB device 39 – Playing Blu-ray 3D dis c 39 – Enjoying BD-Live™ 40 – Playing a file on a network server 41 – Connecting to a Wi-Fi Direct™ certified server 41 – Basic operations for video and audio content 42 – Basic operations for photo content 42 – Using the disc menu 42 – Resume playback 43 Advanced Playback 43 – Repeat Playback 43 – Repeating a specific portion 44 – Marker Search 44 – Using the search menu 45 – Changing cont ent list view 45 – Viewing content information 45 – Selecting a sub title file 46 – Last Scene Memory 46 – Applying your photo to the Wallpaper 46 – Options while viewing a photo 47 – Listening to music while slide show 47 On-Screen display 47 – Displaying cont ent information on- screen
Table of Contents7 1 2 3 4 5 6 48 – Playing from selected time 48 – Hearing a different audio 49 – Selecting a sub title language 49 – Watching from a different angle 49 – Changing the T V Aspect Ratio 49 – Changing subtitle code page 50 – Changing the Picture Mode 50 Audio CD Recording 52 Viewing information from Gracenote Media Database 53 Playing the iPod 53 – Enjoying iPod on the screen 54 – Enjoying the iPod IN mode 55 Radio Operations 55 – Listening to the radio 55 – Presetting the Radio Stations 55 – Deleting a saved station 55 – Deleting all the s aved stations 55 – Improving poor FM reception 55 – See informa tion about a radio station 56 Using the Premium 5 Troubleshooting 57 Troubleshooting 57 – General 58 – Network 59 – Picture 59 – Sound 59 – Customer Support 59 – Open source software notice 6 Appendix 60 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control 60 – Setting up the remote to control your TV 61 Network Software Update 61 – Network update notification 61 – Software Update 63 About Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials 63 – Installing Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials 64 – Sharing file s and folders 65 Area Code List 66 Language code List 67 Trademarks and Licenses 69 Video Output Resolution 70 Specifications 72 Maintenance 72 – Handling the Unit 72 – Notes on Discs 73 Important Information Relating to Network Services
Getting Started 8 Getting Started1 Introduction Playable Discs and symbols used in this manual Media/Term LogoSymbol Description Blu-Ray e y Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. y“Blu-ray 3D” discs and “Blu-ray 3D ONLY” discs. yBD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format. y u i y BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format DVD-ROM DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW (8 cm / 12 cm) r y Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. yMovie mode and finalized only ySupports the dual layer disc also oFinalized AVCHD format y u i y DVD±R/RW discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format DVD-RW (VR) (8 cm / 12 cm) r VR mode and finalized only Audio CD (8 cm / 12 cm) tAudio CD CD-R/RW (8 cm / 12 cm) y u i y CD-R/RW discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. yISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format Note – ,Indicates special notes and operating features. Caution – >Indicates cautions for preventing possible damages from abuse.
Getting Started9 Getting Started1 yDepending on the conditions of the r ecording equipment or the CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW ) disc itself, some CD-R/RW (or DVD±R/RW ) discs cannot be played on the unit. y Depending on the r ecording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE) may not be playable. y BD-R/RE, D VD±R/RW and CD-R/RW discs recorded using a personal computer or a DVD or CD Recorder may not play if the disc is damaged or dirty, or if there is dirt or condensation on the player’s lens. y If y ou record a disc using a personal computer, even if it is recorded in a compatible format, there are cases in which it may not play because of the settings of the application software used to create the disc. (Check with the software publisher for more detailed information.) y This pla yer requires discs and recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. y Pr e-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3 or WMA files) and these require certain pre-existing conditions to ensure compatible playback. y Cust omers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music from the Internet. Our company has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought from the copyright owner. y You ha ve 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 use it on LG player. (Mastered/Live File System : Disc format system for windows Vista) ,NoteAbout the “ 7” Symbol Display “ 7 ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific media.
Getting Started 10 Getting Started1 File compatibility Movie files File Location File Extension Codec Format Audio Format Subtitle Disc, USB “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf ”, “.wmv”, “.m4v” (DRM free) DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, DIVX5.xx, DIVX6.xx (Standard playback only), XVID, MPEG1 SS, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, MPEG2 PS, MPEG2 TS, VC-1 SM ( WMV3) Dolby Digital, DTS, MP3, WMA, AAC, AC3 SubRip (.srt / .txt), SAMI (.smi), SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.txt), MicroDVD (.sub/.txt), VobSub (.sub), SubViewer 1.0 (.sub), SubViewer 2.0 (.sub/.txt), TMPlayer (.txt), DVD Subtitle System (.txt) DLNA, PC “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf ”, “.wmv”, DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, DIVX5.xx, DIVX6.xx, XVID, MPEG1 SS, H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, MPEG2 PS, MPEG2 TS, VC-1 SM ( WMV3) Dolby Digital, DTS, MP3, WMA, AAC, AC3 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) Music files File Location File Extension Sampling Frequency BitrateNote Disc, USB, DLNA, PC “mp3”, “.wma”, “.wav”, “.m4a” (DRM free) within 32 - 48 kHz ( WMA), within 16 - 48 kHz (MP3)within 20 - 320 kbps ( WMA), within 32 - 320 kbps (MP3)Some wav files are not supported on this player. Photo files File Location File Extension Recommanded Size Note Disc, USB, DLNA, PC “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”, Less than 4,000 x 3,000 x 24 bit/pixel Less than 3,000 x 3,000 x 32 bit/pixel Progressive and lossless compression photo image files are not supported.