LG Electronics USA 9QK-HB954W Network Blu-Ray Home Theater User Manual HB954PA AD 954SA AP BUSALL ENG

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•ADSL modem is required to use DSL service and a cable modem isrequired to use cable modem service. Depending on the access methodof and subscriber agreement with your ISP, you may not be able to usethe internet connection feature contained in this player or you may belimited to the number of devices you can connect at the same time. (If your ISP limits subscription to one device, this player may not beallowed to connect when a PC is already connected.)•The use of a “Router” may not be allowed or its usage may be limiteddepending on the policies and restrictions of your ISP. For details, contact your ISP directly.•Your ISP may protect this player from being connected to network whenconfirming MAC ADDRESS. In that case, contact your ISP to request toinitialize MAC ADDRESS.Setting the sound modeYou can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND repeatedly until thedesired 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 24).[Bypass] mode: Software with multichannel surround audio signals is played according to the way it was recorded.[Natural EQ] mode: You can enjoy comfortable and natural sound.[Bass Booster] mode: Reinforce the treble, bass and surround soundeffect.[PL ll Movie] mode: Performs Pro Logic ll movie mode decoding tothe input signal and produces five full-bandwidth output channels from2 channel sources. This setting is ideal for watching videos of overdubbed or old movies.[PL ll Music] mode: Performs Pro Logic ll music mode decoding tothe input signal and produces five full-bandwidth output channels from2 channel sources. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources suchas CD.[News] mode: This mode makes voice sound clear, improving the quality of voice sound.[Drama] mode: You can enjoy more dynamic sound with improvedcenter channel while watching a television drama.[Sports] mode: This mode produces dynamic sound expansion for thesports program.[Game] mode: You can enjoy more virtual sound while playing videogames.[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.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 whilethe level setting menu is displayed on the front panel display or the TVscreen. 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 atnight.[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 onthe 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 tt Sleep timer value tt Dimmer off) Dimmer on: The lighting of the touch buttons and the volume knob are turnedoff 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 displayedor press POWER to switch the unit to standby.19HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 19

20Tip:If you select the [Photo] or [Music] option when a USB Flash Drive is con-nected and a disc is inserted simultaneously, the menu for selecting amedia will appear. Select a media then press ENTER.Insert/Remove a USB Flash DriveInserting an USB Flash Drive – Insert straight-in until it fits into place.Removing an USB Flash Drive – Withdraw the USB Flash Drive carefully.Notes:•This unit supports only USB Flash Drive and USB External HDD withFAT16 or FAT32 format.•The USB Flash Drive can be used for the local storage for enjoying BD-Live discs with Internet•Do not extract the USB Flash Drive during operation (play, etc.). •An USB Flash Drive which requires additional program installation whenyou have connected it to a computer is not supported.•USB Flash Drive: USB Flash Drive that support USB1.1 and USB2.0.•Music files (MP3/WMA) and photo files (JPEG/PNG) can be played. Fordetails of operations on each file, refer to relevant pages.•Regular back up is recommended to prevent data loss.•If you use an USB extension cable or USB HUB, the USB device maynot be recognized.•Some USB Flash Drives 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 beused as a storage device.•This unit does not support a multi card reader.•This unit can support up to 4 partitions of the USB Flash Drive.Using an USB Flash DriveThis unit can play the music and photo files con-tained on the USB Flash Drive. ON REMOTE1. Insert an USB Flash Drive to the USB port: –2Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME3Select a main option: bbBB, ENTER[Photo] or [Music] option4Select the [USB] option: bbBB5Displays corresponding menu list: ENTER[PHOTO] or [MUSIC] menu appears.Details for the menu are on pages 33-37.BD playerUSB Flash DriveHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 20

21[Movie] – Start video media’s playback or displays the [MOVIE] menu.[Streaming] – Instantly watch some movies & TV episodes streamed fromNetflix to your TV. (page 38-40)[Photo] – Displays [PHOTO] menu. (page 36-37)[Music] – Displays [MUSIC ]menu. (page 35-36)[Setup] – Displays the [Setup] menu. (page 21-27)Tips:•If you select the [Photo] or [Music] option when an USB Flash Drive isconnected and a disc is inserted simultaneously, the menu for selecting a media will appear. Select a media then press ENTER.•If “Software Update” appears on the [Home Menu], it means there is asoftware update available via network. To update the unit, press blue (D)button. For details, see page 45.Notes:•The unit will be in stop mode then the [Home Menu] will appear if youpress HOME during playback.•If you insert a DVD or an unplayable disc that is formatted as ISO9660or UDF, the [Photo] or [Music] option can be selected in the [HomeMenu]. But you cannot play it.Using the Home Menu1Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME2Select an option: bbBB3Displays the selected option menu: ENTER4Exit the [Home Menu]: HOMEON REMOTEAdjust the Setup settings1Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME2Select the [Setup] option: bbBB, ENTER3Select a desired option on the first level: vv VV4Move to second level: BB5Select a desired option on the second level: vv VV6Move to third level: BB7Adjust or confirm the setting: vv VV, ENTERSome items require additional steps.8Go back to the previous level: bb9Exit the [Setup] menu: HOME or RETURNON REMOTEFirst levelSecond levelThird levelHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 21

22[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 4:3picture is displayed with an original 4:3 aspect ratio, with black barsappearing at the left and right sides.[16:9 Wide] – Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. The 4:3 picture is adjusted horizontally (in a linear proportion) to fill the entirescreen.Note:You cannot select [4:3 Letter Box] and [4:3 Pan Scan] option when the res-olution is set to higher than 720p.ResolutionSets the output resolution of the Component and HDMI video signal.Refer to “Resolution Setting” on page 16-17 for details about the resolution.[Auto] – If the HDMI OUT jack is connected for TVs providing displayinformation (EDID), automatically selects the resolution best suited tothe connected TV. If the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT is only connected,this changes the resolution to 1080i as default resolution.[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.[480p] – Outputs 480 lines progressive video.[480i] – Outputs 480 lines of interlaced video.1080p Display ModeWhen the resolution is set to 1080p, select [24Hz] for smooth presentationof film material (1080/24p) with a HDMI-equipped display compatible with1080/24p input.Notes:•When you select [24Hz], you may experience some picture disturbancewhen the video switches video and film material. In this case, select[60Hz].•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 60Hz to match the video source format.HDMI Color SettingSelect the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. For this setting, pleaserefer to the manuals of your display device. [YCbCr] – Select when connecting to a HDMI display device.[RGB] – Select when connecting to a RGB display device.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 22

23[LANGUAGE] Menu Display MenuSelect 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 wasrecorded.[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 48.[Off] (for Disc Subtitle) – Turn off Subtitle.Note:Depending on a disc, your language setting may not work for some disc.[AUDIO] Menu Speaker SetupTo obtain the best possible sound, use the Speaker Setup display to specify the volume of the speakers you have connected and their distancefrom your listening position. Use the Test to adjust the volume of the speakers to the same level.[Speaker] – Select a speaker that you want to adjust. [Volume] – Adjust the output level of each speaker. Be sure to set “Test” to “All” for easy adjustment. [Distance] – Adjust the distance between each speaker and the listening position. [Test] – The speakers will emit a test tone.All: The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 23

24HD Audio EffectSelects whether to mix or not mix primary audio and secondary audio.[Off] – Outputs the primary audio only. [On] – Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the primary audio andsecondary audio.HD AV SyncSometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between picture and sound. If thishappens 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 V to scroll up and down through the delay amount, which you can setat anything between 0 and 300m sec. The delay will vary depending on which digital TV channel you are on. If youchange channel you may need to readjust the HD AV Sync.HDMI AudioYou can set the output type for the audio signal from the HDMI OUT jack.[Off] – HDMI audio signals are output to the system speakers only.[On] – HDMI audio signals are output from the TV’s speaker and thesystem’s speakers.[LOCK] Menu (Parental Control)The [LOCK] settings affect only Netflix movie, BD and DVD playback.To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you must enter the 4-digitsecurity code you have created. If you have not entered a password yet, you are prompted to do so. Entera 4-digit password and press ENTER. Enter it again and press ENTER toverify.PasswordYou can create, change or delete the password.[New] – Enter a 4-digit password and press ENTER. Enter it again andpress 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 pressENTER to create a new password.[Delete] – Enter the 4-digit password and press ENTER to delete thepassword.Tip:If you make a mistake before pressing ENTER, press CLEAR. Then inputthe correct password.If you forget your passwordIf you forget your password, you can clear it using the following steps:1Remove any disc that might be in the player.2Select [Password] option.3Use Number buttons to enter “210499”. The password is cleared.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 24

25RatingBlocks playback of rated disc based on their content. (Not all discs arerated.)[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 thedisc plays in full.BD AgeSet an age limit of BD-ROM play. Use number buttons to input an age limitfor BD-ROM viewing.[255] – All BD-ROM can be played.[0-254] – Prohibits play of BD-ROM with corresponding ratings recorded on them.Area Code Enter the code of the area whose standards were used to rate the DVDvideo disc, based on the list on page 48.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 25

26[NETWORK] MenuThe [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD Liveand Netflix features.Some BD-ROM discs may enable you to access special BD-ROM sites, ifyou connect the player to the Internet. For example, if a BD-ROM siteincludes content such as links to future movie trailers, you can watch thedownloaded 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 18-19.)•ABD-ROM disc compatible with this feature is required. Not all BD-ROM discs are compatible.IP ModeIf there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN), this player willautomatically be allocated an IP address. If you’re using a broadbandrouter or broadband modem that has a DHCP (Dynamic HostConfiguration Protocol) server function, select [Dynamic IP]. The IPaddress will automatically be determined. If there is no DHCP server on the network and you want to set the IPaddress manually, select [Static IP] then set the [IP Address], [SubnetMask], [Gateway] and [DNS Server] using [IP Setting] option.Note:The [IP Mode] menu shows if the internet is connected or not. “ ” willappear when connection is failed.How to check the network configurationSelect [IP Mode] option and check the Network status indicator shownabove the menu. (The Network status indicator changes according toNetwork configuration.)IP SettingThis option is available only if [IP Mode] option is set to [Static IP].Use the v/ V/ b/ Bbuttons to select a field; use the number buttons toenter a value. Press ENTER when [OK] is highlighted to finish and exit thescreen.BD-LIVE connectionYou 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-Livecontents which have content owner certificates. Internet access andAACS Online functions are prohibited for all BD-Live contents withouta certificate.[Prohibited] – Internet access is prohibited for all BD-Live contents.Able to use network Testing Network Unable to use networkHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 26

27[OTHERS] MenuSkinChanges the background of the initial screen.Java Font Size You can adjust the default text size displayed for the BD-J contents duringBD-ROM playback.This setting is only valid when BD-J contents do not set the size of text.Please select a font size bigger than 24 when the player is connected withan HD TV.InitializeYou can reset the player to its original factory settings, initialize the BDstorage or deactivate the player.[Factory Set] – If you need to, you can reset the player to all its facto-ry settings. Some options cannot be reset. (Rating, Password and AreaCode, etc.)[BD Storage Clear] – Initializes the BD contents from the connectedUSB Flash Drive.[Deactivate Netflix] – Deactivates your player. To activate the Netflixagain, see page 38.Note:If you reset the player to its original factory settings using [Factory Set]option, Netflix is deactivated also. To activate the Netflix again, see page38.Software UpdateYou can update the software by connecting the unit directly to the softwareupdate server (see page 45).Netflix ESNWe provide you the Netflix ESN (Electronic Serial Number) that allows youto rent and purchase videos using the Netflix website. For more information, please visit: www.netflix.comSelect [Netflix ESN] option and the serial number will appear.BDHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 27

28Notes:•When you turn on the player or replace a disc, the player returns to theinitial default setting. Depending on a disc, a specific type of audio thatthe disc has is output.•Depending on the pre-recorded contents of the BD-ROM, some func-tions may not be available or may be operated differently than othermedia.If a disc menu screen is displayed The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which containsa menu.Use b/ B/ v/ Vbuttons to select the title/chapter you want to view, thenpress ENTER to start playback.Skip to the next/previous chapter/track/file During playback, press .or >to go to the next chapter/track/file orto return to the beginning of the current chapter/track/file.Press .twice briefly to step back to the previous chapter/track/file.Resume playback During playback, press STOP (x) to stop playback. The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. “Xx” appearson the screen briefly. Press PLAY (N)to resume playback (from thescene point). If you press STOP (x)again or unload the disc (“x” appearson the screen.), the unit will clear the stopped point. (Xx = Resume Stop,x= Complete Stop)Notes: •The resume point may be cleared when a button is pressed (for example; POWER, OPEN/CLOSE, etc).•On BD-Video discs including BD-J, the resume play function does notwork.•On BD-ROM interactive title, the unit will be in Complete Stop mode ifyou press STOP once during playback.Pause a playback During playback, press PAUSE (X) to pause playback. Press PLAY (N)to continue playback.Tip: During Audio CD or MP3/WMA playback, press Xonce again toresume playback.Frame-by-Frame playback Press PAUSE (X) repeatedly to play Frame-by-Frame playback.Slow down the playing speed While the playback is paused, press SCAN Mrepeatedly to play in slowmotion (4 steps, forward only).Fast forward or fast reverse Press SCAN (mor M) to play fast forward or fast reverse during playback.You can change the various playback speeds by pressing SCAN (morM) repeatedly. Press PLAY (NN) to continue play at normal speed.ALLAVCHDDVDBDAVCHDDVDBDALLALLALLAVCHDDVDBDPlay a disc1Open the disc tray: OPEN/CLOSE (ZZ)2Insert a disc: -3Close the disc tray: OPEN/CLOSE (ZZ)4Adjust the disc menu settings: v V b B,ENTERAdisc menu may not appear on the screendepending on the disc.5Starts playback: PLAY (NN)6Stops playback: STOP (xx )ON REMOTEHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 28

29Playing repeatedly Press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. The currenttitle, chapter or track will be played back repeatedly. To return to normalplayback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select [OFF]. Note: If you press >once during Repeat Chapter/Track playback, the repeatplayback cancels.Viewing the Title menu or Popup menuPress TITLE/POPUP to display the title menu or popup menu. If the current DVD or BD-ROM disc has a menu, the Title menu or Popupmenu appears on the screen. Depending on the disc, the menu may not beavailable.Using the search menu During playback, press SEARCH to display the search menu. Press b/ Bto skip the playback 15 seconds forward or backward.Tip:You can select a point that you want to skip by pressing and holding b/ Bbutton.Marker Search To enter a MarkerYou can start playback from up to nine memorized points. To enter a mark-er, press MARKER at the desired point on the disc. The Marker iconappears on the TV screen briefly. Repeat to enter up to nine markers.To Recall or Clear a Marked ScenePress SEARCH and the search menu appears on the screen.Press a number button to select a marker number that you want to recall.Playback starts from the marked scene. ORPress Vto highlight a marker number. Use b/ Bto select a marked scenethat you want to recall or clear.Press ENTER and playback starts from the marked scene. Press CLEARand the marked scene is erased from the search menu.Notes:•This function may not work on some disc or titles.•All marked points are cleared if you press STOP (x)twice (completestop), the title is changed or if you unload the disc.AVCHDDVDBDAVCHDDVDBDAVCHDDVDBDALLHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 29

30Selecting a subtitle language During playback, press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select a desired subtitlelanguage. ORDuring playback, press DISPLAY to display the playback menu. Use v V to select the [Subtitle] option then use bB to select desired subtitle language.Note: Some discs allow you to change subtitle selections only via the disc menu.If this is the case, press TITLE/POPUP or DISC MENU button and choosethe appropriate subtitle from the selections on the disc menu.Hearing a different audio During playback, press DISPLAY to display the playback menu. Use v V to select the [Audio] option then use bB to select desired audio language or audio track.Notes: •Some discs allow you to change audio selections only via the discmenu. If this is the case, press TITLE/POPUP or DISC MENU buttonand choose the appropriate audio from the selections on the disc menu.•Immediately after you have switched sound, there may be a temporarydiscrepancy between the display and actual sound.•On BD-ROM disc, the multi audio format (5.1CH or 7.1CH) is displayedwith [MultiCH] in the on-screen display.Using coloured (A, B, C, D) ButtonsThese buttons are available only during BD-J contents playback. Use theappropriate buttons as indicated by the display. Depending on the disccontents, the functions of each button may differ.Last Scene Memory This unit memorizes last scene from the last disc that is viewed. The lastscene remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the unit orswitch off the unit. If you load a disc that has the scene memorized, thescene is automatically recalled.Notes:•Settings are stored in memory for use any time.•This unit does not memorize settings of a disc if you switch off the unitbefore commencing to play it.•Last Scene Memory function for a previous disc is erased once a different disc is played.•This function may not work depending on the disc. Screen SaverThe screen saver appears when you leave the player in Stop mode forabout five minutes.Note:Depending on the unit status, the screen saver may not appear. DVDBDBDAVCHDDVDBDAVCHDDVDBDHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 30

31aTitle – 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.•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/chapterWhen 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 elapsedplaying time. Select the [Time] option and then input the required start timein hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. For example, to find ascene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter “21020” and pressENTER. 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 canchange to a different camera angle during playback.During playback, press DISPLAY to display the playback menu. Use v Vto select the [Angle] option, then use bB to select desired angle.DVDBDAVCHDDVDBDAVCHDDVDBDDisplaying disc information1Play the disc loaded on the unit: PLAY2Displays the playback menu: DISPLAY3Select an item: vv VV4Adjust the playback menu settings: bbBB 5Exit the disc playback menu: DISPLAYON REMOTEabcdefHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 31

33Playing 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 thisunit, 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:•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 theprevious 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.What is CPRM?CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowingthe recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands forContent Protection for Recordable Media.Playing a DVD VR Format Disc1Insert a disc containing movie contents. –2Displays the [Home Menu]:HOME3Select the [Movie] option: bbBB, ENTER4Selects a movie from the [MOVIE] menu: v V 5Plays the selected movie: PLAYPress DISC MENU to move to the list menu.6Stops the playback: STOPThe player can play video contents recorded on a DVD-RW(VR mode) discs. ON REMOTEHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 33

34Movie List menu optionsUse v/Vto select a title on the [MOVIE] menu then press ENTER. Themenu 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 pressingRETURN button.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 34

35Example) Audio CDNote:When the USB Flash Drive is connected and a disc is inserted simultane-ously, the menu for selecting a media will appear. Select a media thenpress ENTER.Tips:•To go directly to any track or file and play, enter the track/file numberusing 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 thefolder. 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. The [MUSIC] menu optionsUse v/Vto select a track or file on the [MUSIC] menu then pressENTER. 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). UseMARKER for selecting the multiple files or tracks.•[Random] Starts or stops random playback.By pressing >during random playback, the unit selects anothertrack and resumes random playback.•[Unmark All] Unmarks all marked files or tracks.•[Close] Exits menu options. Also you can disappear it by pressingRETURN button.Note:You cannot use [Select Play] and [Random] functions simultaneously.Listening to a music1Insert an Audio CD or a disc/USB Flash –Drive containing MP3/WMA files.2Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME3Select a [Music] option: bbBB, ENTER4Selects a music from the [MUSIC] menu: v V5Plays the selected music: PLAY6Stops the playback: STOPThe player can play Audio CDs and MP3/WMAfiles. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read“MP3/WMA audio file requirement” on page 36. ON REMOTEHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 35

36MP3/WMA audio file requirement File extensions: “.mp3”, “.wma”Sampling frequency: 8 - 48 kHzBit rate: 8 - 320kbpsCD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE Format: ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge formatMaximum 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 takeseveral minutes to read the contents of the media.•This unit cannot support the ID3 Tag embedded in the MP3 file.Note:When the USB Flash Drive is connected and a disc is inserted simultaneously, the menu for selecting a media will appear. Select a mediathen 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 photo1Insert a disc/USB Flash Drive containing –photo files.2Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME3Select a [Photo] option: b/B,ENTER4Selects a photo from the [PHOTO] menu: v/V/b/B 5Displays the selected photo in full screen: ENTER6Displays the next or previous photo: ./ >7Return to the [PHOTO] menu screen: STOPThis unit can play a photo files. Before playingphoto files, read “Photo file requirement” on page37. ON REMOTEHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 36

37•Select a folder then press ENTER and you can view the files in thefolder. 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 screenYou can use various options during viewing a picture in full screen.Use v V b B to 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 optionis 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 musicfile(s). 3) Press ENTER to confirm your selection.gPress ENTER to exit the option menu.To appear the menu again, press ENTER.Photo file requirementFile extensions: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”Recommended size: Less than 3,000 x 3,000 x 24 bit/pixelLess than 3,000 x 2,250 x 32 bit/pixelCD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE Format: ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge formatMaximum 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.bcdefgaHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 37

38You can instantly watch movies (very few new releases) & TV episodesfrom Netflix streamed over the internet to your TV via your LG BD player.To become a Netflix member visit: www.netflix.com/LGActivating your playerYou must activate your player before you can use it to watch moviesstreamed over the INTERNET from Netflix.3. On your computer, visit www.netflix.com/activate.4. If necessary, enter your [Sign in Name] and [Password] to log intoyour account.6. When the “Congratulations” screen appears on your TV, you’re readyto add movies to your instant Queue. See “Filling your instant Queue”for instruction.Notes:• If newer software is needed, a software update screen will automaticallyappear when you select [Streaming] from the home menu. For details onsoftware updates, see page 45.• For questions regarding the Netflix service please visit:www.netflix.com/LG/helpor call 1-866-579-7113• For questions regarding your player please visit:www.us.lgservice.comor call 1-800-243-0000• You can deactivate steraming from Netflix to your player using[Deactivate Netflix] option on the setup menu (see page 27).Playing Netflix Streaming1Check the network connection and settings: –See page 18 and 26.2Check the network configurations: –See page 26.3Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME4Select the [Streaming] option: bbBB, ENTERON REMOTE1.2. Use v/ Vto select the [yes - activate instant streaming fromNetflix] then press ENTER. Wait for the activation screen toappear on your TV screen. Youare now ready to complete activation on the Netflix website.5. Enter the activation code thatappears on your TV screen.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 38

39Using your player for NetflixAfter you activate your player, you’re ready to add movies & TV episodesto your instant Queue. You can then use your player’s remote to browseyour instant Queue and to select and watch titles on your TV. You will beamazed at how quick and easy it is.Filling your instant QueueYour instant Queue works just like your DVD Queue. Add and manage themovies & TV episodes in your instant Queue from the Netflix website onyour computer. Your instant Queue also appears on your TV via your player, so your selections are available to watch anytime.1. Visit the Netflix website on your computer: www.netflix.com5. Repeat step 4 to add more movies & TV episodes to your instantQueue.6. (Optional) Arrange your instant Queue by clicking the [Instant] subtab.•To rearrange your instant Queue, drag and drop the titles in theorder you want them, or change the numbers to the left of the titlesand then click [Update Instant Queue] to your changes.•To remove a title from your instant Queue, click the [Remove] checkbox to the right of the title and then click [Update Instant Queue] toyour changes. 2. If necessary, enter your Sign inName and Password to loginto your account.3. Click [Watch Instantly] tab.4. When you find a movie or TVepisode you want to watch,mouse over the [Add/Play] button to reveal additionaloptions, and then click [Add toinstant Queue].HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 39

40Selecting a movie to watch on your TVAfter you set up your player and add movies & TV episodes, you canbrowse and watch them on your TV.1. Press HOME and the home menu will appear.3. Use b/ Bto highlight a movie on your instant Queue. Use m/ Mbutton to move to the previous or next page.The selected movie shows the title, rating and total time.4. Do either of the following:•Press PLAY (N) to play back the highlighted title.•Press ENTER to view details for the highlighted title, and then use v/ Vto choose any of the menu items:[play] Starts playing the selected title.[resume playing] Plays a previously paused title from the scenewhere you paused it. This option is available only if you begin watching a title and then pause it.[play from beginning] Starts playing from the beginning of the selected title.[choose a different episode] (TV series only) Enables you to select a specific show of a TV series. Press b/ Bto highlight the showyou want to view, and then press ENTER to choose it.[rate] Enables you to rate a movie or show. The more stars, thehigher the rating. Press ENTER to access the rating feature, andthen press b/ Bto increase or decrease the rating. Press ENTERagain to confirm the selected rating.[remove] Deletes the selected movie from your instant Queue.[remove series] (TV series only) Deletes the selected TV series fromyour instant Queue.5. Press vto return to your instant Queue.Playing a movieWhile watching a movie or TV episode from Netflix via your player, youhave full control over your viewing experience. You can use the buttons on the remote to pause and resume viewing and to scan forward and backward, just like when you watch a DVD. While playing a movie, the buttons on the remote do the following:Button(s) OperationsN(PLAY) Starts playing back the movie. XTo pause a movie while it’s playing. To resume playing a paused movie, press N(PLAY) again. x/ vStops the movie and displays your instant Queue.ENTER Pauses playing the movie and enters frame scanningmode.BPauses playing the movie and enters frame scanningmode. To scan forward one frame at a time, press the button again.bPauses playing the movie and enters frame scanningmode. To scan backward one frame at a time, press thebutton again.M/ mPauses playing the movie and scans forward or backwardthrough the movie. To scan faster, press the button again.To play the highlighted scene, press ENTER or N. To resume playing from the point you paused the movie,press v.HOME When you have finished watching movies streamed fromNetflix, simply press the HOME button on the remote control to go to the Home Menu.Note:Even if you use a high-resolution setup, audio/video quality may be compromised based on the speed of your broadband internet connection.Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) determines your broadband speed.We recommend a minimum connection speed of 1.5 Mbps. For the bestquality picture, a connection speed of 4.0 Mbps is required. Sometimesyour broadband speed varies based on your ISP’s network conditions.Contact your ISP if you have problems maintaining a fast connection thatis reliable, or if you want to increase your connection speed. Many ISPsoffer a variety of broadband speed options.2. Use b/ Bto select the[Streaming] then pressENTER.The instant Queue screen willappear.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 40

41Listening to the radio - more you can doLook for radio stations automaticallyPress and hold TUN.-/TUN.+ for more than a second. The tuner will scan auto-matically and stop when it finds a radio station.Choose a preset number for a radio stationWhen storing a radio station, the preset number can be chosen. When this unitautomatically shows a preset number, press PRESET vv /VVto change it. PressENTER to save your chosen number.Delete all the saved stationsPress 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 receptionPress MO./ST. This will change the tuner from stereo to mono and usuallyimprove the reception.Listening to the radio1Select FM or AM: TUNER (INPUT)2Select a radio station: TUN.-/+3To save a radio station: ENTERApreset number will show on the display.Up to 50 radio stations can be saved.4To confirm press: ENTER5To select a saved station PRESET vv /VVON REMOTEBe sure that FM and AM antennas are connected.Playing the iPodFor details about iPod, refer to the iPod User Guide.Preparation• To view videos and the menus of OSD IPOD mode on the TV screen.- Make sure that the system is connected to the TV. (Refer to“Connections to Your TV” on page 14-15). Select the appropriate videoinput mode on the TV.• To view videos on the TV screen if this unit is in REMOTE IPOD mode.- Be sure to use the video connection through the MONITOR OUTPUT jack.- Make sure that select Videos > Video settings, and then set TV Out toAsk or On from your iPod.For details about Video Settings, refer to the iPod User Guide.• Before connecting the iPod, turn this unit off and reduce the volume ofthis 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 mode Press 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 menuon the TV screen with the supplied remote control. The controls onyour iPod are not operational in the OSD iPod mode.Do this on remoteTo• If you turn this unit on, your iPod is automatically turned on and recharging starts.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 41

Tip:You may use the dock adapter which should be supplied with your iPod tothe dock for the stable use of the iPod.If you need an adapter, consult your iPod dealer.Notes: • This unit does not support playing photos from your iPod.• Compatibility with your ipod may vary depending on the type of your iPod.• iPod touch and iPhone have any difference in operation other than iPod.You may need any additional control to use them with this unit. (e.g. “slide to unlock”)• Depending on your iPod’s software version, it may not be possible tocontrol your iPod from this unit. We recommend installing the latest software version.• 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.tt 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.tt The battery needs to be charged.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.tt Update your iPod software to latest version.• If you have a problem with your iPod, please visit www.apple.com/support/ipod.42Select a menu item Press v V and B or ENTER.Go back to the previous menuPress RETURN (OO) or DISC MENU or b.Browse for a song From the main menu, select Music.Browse for a video From the main menu, select Videos.Play a song or videoSelect the song or video and press ENTER.Pause a song or video Press PAUSE/SETUP (XX) or PLAY (B).To continue playback, press PAUSE/SETUP (XX) or PLAY (B) again.Skip to the next song or Press SKIP (>).chapter in an audiobook or podcastStart a song or video over Press SKIP (.).Play the previous song or Press SKIP (.) twice.chapter in an audiobook orpodcastFast-forward or rewind a song Press and hold SCAN (mor M).or videoRepeat a song Press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode: Track (1), All ( ), Off (No display).Do this on remoteToHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 42

43Listening to music from yourportable audio player1Connect the headphones (or line out ) jackof the portable audio player into the PORT. IN on the rear panel of this unit: -2Turn the power on: POWER3Select the [PORTABLE] option: INPUT4Turn 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 speakersof the system.ON REMOTEListening to the sound fromyour component1Connect 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: POWER3Select the [AUX] option: INPUT4 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 REMOTE3.5 mm stereominiplug cable To the audio output jacksof your component (TV, VCR, etc.)HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 43

441Connect the optical or coaxial output jack of your component into the OPTICAL or COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO IN) jack on the rear panel of this unit. -2Turn the power on: POWER3Select the [OPTICAL] or [COAXIAL] option: INPUT4Turn down the volume: VOL.(+/-)5Turn your component on: -6Adjust the volume: VOL.(+/-)You can enjoy the sound of your component with the digital optical or coaxial output jack from the speakers of the system.ON REMOTEUsing DIGITAL AUDIO IN jacksTo the digital optical output jack of your componentTo the digital coaxial output jack of your componentor1Connect the HDMI OUT jack of your component into the HDMI IN 1 or 2 jack on the rear panel of this unit. -2Turn the power on: POWER3Select the [HDMI IN 1] or [HDMI IN 2] option:INPUT4Turn down the volume: VOL.(+/-)5Turn your component on: -6Adjust the volume: VOL.(+/-)You can enjoy the sound of your component with the HDMI OUT jackfrom the speakers of the system.ON REMOTEUsing HDMI IN jacks (LHB977 only)To the HDMI OUT jack of your component(TV, set-top box, digital satellite receiver, video game machine, etc.)HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 44

Software UpdateYou can update the player using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features. You can update the softwareby connecting the unit directly to the software update server.Step 1: Check the Network Connection and settingsSee page 18 and 26.Step 2: Checking Network ConfigurationSee page 26.Step 3: Updating SoftwareCautions:•Before updating the software in your player, remove any disc and USBFlash Drive from the player.•Before updating the software in your player, turn the player off and thenturn it back on.•During the software update procedure, do not turn off the player ordisconnect 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 BorENTER.2. The player will check for the newest update. Caution: Pressing ENTER while checking for the update will end theprocess.Note: If there is no update available, the Message, “No update isfound.” appears. Press ENTER to return to the [Home Menu].3. If newer version exists, the message “A new update was found. Doyou want to download it?” appears. 4. Select OK to download the update. (Selecting [CANCEL] will end theupdate.)5. The player starts downloading the newest update from the server.(Downloading will take about 80 seconds at the network speed of4Mbps 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 notbe re-usable. To update software the next time, the software updateprocedure 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 openduring the process.8. When update is completed, the message, “Update is complete.” willappear, and the power will turn off automatically after 5 seconds. 9. Turn the power back on. The system now operates with the new ver-sion. 10. After completing the update process, repeat procedures 1-4 in Step 4and check if there are no more updates available.Tip:The Software Update function may not work properly depending onyour internet environment. In this case, you can obtain the latest soft-ware from the authorized LG Electronics Service Center then updateyour player. Refer to “Customer Support” on page 50.45HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 45

46ReferenceControlling a TV with the Supplied Universal Remote ControlYou can control the volume, input source, and power state of your TV withthe supplied Universal Remote Control. You can control your TV using the buttons below.By pressing You canTV POWER Turn the TV on or off.INPUT Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources.PR/CH vv/VVScan up or down through memorized channels.VOL +/– Adjust the volume of the TV.MUTE Temporarily turns TV sound OFF, press again to restore.Note:Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to controlyour TV using some of the buttons.To program the remote to control the TV using the manufacturer code If your TV is listed in the table on the next page, set the appropriate manufacturer code.1. While holding down TV POWER button, press the number buttons toselect the manufacturer code for your TV (Refer to table on the nextpage).•If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at atime until you find the one that works with your TV.2. Release TV POWER button.Notes:•Depending on your TV, some or all buttons may not function on the TV,even after entering the correct manufacturer code.•If you enter a new code number, the code number previously enteredwill be erased.•When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number youhave set may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate codenumber again.POWERTV ControlButtonsNumberButtonsHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 46

Manufacturer Code NumberAMARK 112 143ADMIRAL 072 081 161AKAI 006 146AMPRO 073 167AMSTRAD 052ANAM 026 043 054 056 080 104 108 112 115 118 121 131AOC 004 006 058 112BLAUPUNKT 088CANDLE 002 003 004 006CAPEHART 058CETRONIC 043CITIZEN 002 003 004 006 043 101 103 143CLASSIC 043CONCERTO 004CONTEC 039 043 050 051CORONADO 143CRAIG 043 054CROWN 043 143CURTIS MATHES004 006 101 116 143CXC 043DAEWOO 004 016 017 043 044 055 071 076 103107 111 114 117 120 123 125 127128 136 143DAYTRON 004 116 143DYNASTY 043DYNATECH 062ELECTROHOME024 077 143EMERSON 004 005 006 028 043 047 048 050 051096 116 143 151 153 154 155FISHER 007 057FUNAI 028 043FUTURETECH 043GE 004 006 008 009 034 056 073 074 091116 130 144 155 160 161 165HALL MARK 004 116HITACHI 004 006 009 010 011 012 023 041 075143 158 163 166 187INFINITY 164INKEL 129JBL 164JCPENNY 004 006 008 009 024 030 065 101 143156 160JENSEN 013JVC 034 038 070 083 145Manufacturer Code NumberKEC 043KENWOOD 006 070KLOSS 002 059KMC 143KTV 006 043 143 154LG 001(Default) 004 102 106 110 112 113116 119 122 127 137 143LODGENET 072LOGIK 072LUXMAN 004LXI 007 015 052 081 160 164 166MAGNAVOX 003 004 006 022 059 060 061 063 064127 143 160 164MARANTZ 006 077 164MATSUI 164MEMOREX 004 007 072 116METZ 088MGA 004 006 024 028 042 049 077 116MINERVA 088MITSUBISHI 004 006 024 028 040 042 109 116 124 146MTC 004 006 062 101NAD 015 025NEC 006 007 016 019 024 040 056 130 132 134NIKEI 043ONKING 043ONWA 043OPTONICA 019 081PADIO SHACK 004PANASONIC 034 056 080 092 164PHILCO 003 004 006 024 043 056 059 060 063064 127 143 164PHILIPS 003 004 005 006 038 059 070 093 143160 164PIONEER 006 018 023 025 027 116 135 176PORTLAND 004 143PROSCAN 144 160 161 165 167PROTON 004 058 116 131 143 171 173QUASAR 034 056 092RADIO SHACK019 043 047 116 127 143RCA 004 006 023 024 056 065 074 144 152156 160 161 165Manufacturer Code NumberREALISTIC 007 019 043 047ROCTEC 186RUNCO 168 169SAMPO 004 006 058 116SAMSUNG 004 050 089 101 105 113 116 127 133137 143 160SANYO 007 020 021 033 039 053 057 082 166SCOTT 004 028 043 048 116 143SEARS 004 007 015 028 030 057 082 094 101116 143 160SHARP004 014 019 022 028 029 081 143 170 175SIEMENS 088SIGNATURE 072SONY 041 070 079 085 126 139 147 185SOUNDESIGN 003 004 028 043 116SPECTRICON 112SSS 004 043SUPRE MACY 002SYLVANIA 003 004 006 044 059 060 063 064 116127 140 160 164TANDY 081TATUNG 056 062TECHNICS 034 080 084TECHWOOD 004TEKNIKA 002 003 004 006 024 028 031 043 072077 101 103 143TELEFUNKEN 037 046 086 087TELERENT 072TERA 172TMK 004 116TOSHIBA 007 015 030 040 051 062 101 138TOTEVISION 143UNIVERSAL 008 009VIDEO CONCEPTS146VIDIKRON 174VIDTECH 004 116WARDS 004 008 009 019 028 060 061 063 064072 074 116 143 164YAMAHA 004 006YORK 004 116YUPITERU 043ZENITH 001 072 073 095 103 157ZONDA 11247Code numbers of controllable TVsHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 47

48Language CodesUse this list to input your desired language for Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle and Disc Menu.Area CodesChoose an area code from this list.Language CodeAfar 6565Afrikaans 6570Albanian 8381Ameharic 6577Arabic 6582Armenian 7289Assamese 6583Aymara 6588Azerbaijani 6590Bashkir 6665Basque 6985Bengali; Bangla 6678Bhutani 6890Bihari 6672Breton 6682Bulgarian 6671Burmese 7789Byelorussian 6669Chinese 9072Language CodeCroatian 7282Czech 6783Danish 6865Dutch 7876English 6978Esperanto 6979Estonian 6984Faroese 7079Fiji 7074Finnish 7073French 7082Frisian 7089Galician 7176Georgian 7565German 6869Greek 6976Greenlandic 7576Guarani 7178Gujarati 7185Language CodeHausa 7265Hebrew 7387Hindi 7273Hungarian 7285Icelandic 7383Indonesian 7378Interlingua 7365Irish 7165Italian 7384Japanese 7465Kannada 7578Kashmiri 7583Kazakh 7575Kirghiz 7589Korean 7579Kurdish 7585Laothian 7679Latin 7665Latvian, Lettish 7686Language CodeLingala 7678Lithuanian 7684Macedonian 7775Malagasy 7771Malay 7783Malayalam 7776Maori 7773Marathi 7782Moldavian 7779Mongolian 7778Nauru 7865Nepali 7869Norwegian 7879Oriya 7982Panjabi 8065Pashto, Pushto 8083Persian 7065Polish 8076Portuguese 8084Language CodeQuechua 8185Rhaeto-Romance 8277Rumanian 8279Russian 8285Samoan 8377Sanskrit 8365Scots Gaelic 7168Serbian 8382Serbo-Croatian 8372Shona 8378Sindhi 8368Singhalese 8373Slovak 8375Slovenian 8376Spanish 6983Sudanese 8385Swahili 8387Swedish 8386Tagalog 8476Language CodeTajik 8471Tamil 8465Telugu 8469Thai 8472Tonga 8479Turkish 8482Turkmen 8475Twi 8487Ukrainian 8575Urdu 8582Uzbek 8590Vietnamese 8673Volapük 8679Welsh 6789Wolof 8779Xhosa 8872Yiddish 7473Yoruba 8979Zulu 9085Area CodeAfghanistan AFArgentina ARAustralia AUAustria ATBelgium BEBhutan BTBolivia BOBrazil BRCambodia KHCanada CAChile CLChina CNColombia COCongo CGArea CodeCosta Rica CRCroatia HRCzech Republic CZDenmark DKEcuador ECEgypt EGEl Salvador SVEthiopia ETFiji FJFinland FIFrance FRGermany DEGreat Britain GBGreece GRArea CodeGreenland GLHong Kong HKHungary HUIndia INIndonesia IDIsrael ILItaly ITJamaica JMJapan JPKenya KEKuwait KWLibya LYLuxembourg LUMalaysia MYArea CodeMaldives MVMexico MXMonaco MCMongolia MNMorocco MANepal NPNetherlands NLNetherlands Antilles ANNew Zealand NZNigeria NGNorway NOOman OMPakistan PKPanama PAArea CodeParaguay PYPhilippines PHPoland PLPortugal PTRomania RORussian Federation RUSaudi Arabia SASenegal SNSingapore SGSlovak Republic SKSlovenia SISouth Africa ZASouth Korea KRSpain ESArea CodeSri Lanka LKSweden SESwitzerland CHTaiwan TWThailand THTurkey TRUganda UGUkraine UAUnited States USUruguay UYUzbekistan UZVietnam VNZimbabwe ZWHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 48

49TroubleshootingPossible Cause•The power cord is disconnected.•No disc is inserted.•The TV is not set to receive DVD signal output.•The video cable is not connected securely.•The selected resolution is not capable with your TV.•The equipment connected with the audio cable is notset to receive disc signal output.•The power of the equipment connected with the audiocable is turned off.•The [AUDIO] options are set to the wrong position.•The player is in reverse play, fast forward, slow motionor pause mode.•The disc is upside down.•An unplayable disc is inserted.•The rating level is set.•The disc was recorded on another unit and was notfinalized.•The Remote Control is not pointed at the remote sensor on the player.•The Remote Control is too far from the player.SymptomNo power.The power is on, but theplayer does not work.No picture.No sound.The player does not startplayback.The Remote Control doesnot work properly.Correction•Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely.•Insert a disc. (Check the disc indicator in the display win-dow is lit.)•Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV.•Connect the video cable securely.•Select another resolution using RESOLUTION button.•Select the correct input mode of the audio receiver so youcan listen to the sound from the player.•Turn on the equipment connected with the audio cable.•Set the [AUDIO] options to the correct position (see page 23).•Return to the normal playback.•Insert the disc with the playback side down.•Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type and regionalcode.)•Change the rating level.•Finalize the disc on that unit.•Point the Remote Control at the remote sensor of the player.•Operate the Remote Control closer to the player.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 49

50Resetting the unitIf you observe any of the following symptoms.•The unit is plugged in, but the power will not turn on or off.•The front panel display is not working.•The unit is not operating normally.You can reset the unit as follows.•Press and hold the POWER button for at least five seconds. This willforce the unit to power off then turn the unit back on.•Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it inagain.Customer SupportYou can update the Player using the latest software to enhance the productsoperation and/or add new features. To obtain the latest software for this player (if updates have been made),please contact the following:Call 1 (800) 243-0000 or Visit http://us.lgservice.com and click on PRODUCT SUPPORT→Device Driver.Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.TroubleshootingPossible Cause•AUSB Flash Drive is not connected.•The connected USB Flash Drive does not haveenough space.•Internet connection is not established.•The [BD-LIVE connection] option in the [Setup] menuis set to [Prohibited].•Your broadband speed is not fast enough •The signal strength of the stations is too weak (whentuning in with automatic tuning).SymptomBD-Live feature does notwork.The Netflix Streaming videoplayback is often buffering.Radio stations cannot betuned in.Correction•Connect a FAT16 or FAT32 formatted USB Flash Drive tothe USB port (see page 20).•Secure at least 1GB free space in the USB Flash Drive for using BD-Live features •Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local areanetwork and can access the internet (see page 18).•Set the [BD-LIVE connection] option to [Permitted].•Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and increasethe broadband speed are recommended.•Use direct tuning.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 50

51SpecificationsGeneralPower requirements: AC 120 V~, 60 HzPower consumption: 130 W Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 430 x 76 x 379 mm without footNet Weight (Approx.): 4.8 kgOperating temperature: 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C)Operating humidity: 5 % to 90 %Inputs/OutputsVIDEO OUT: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 1COMPONENT VIDEO OUT: (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 1(Pb)/(Pr) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 2HDMI OUT (video/audio): 19 pin (HDMI standard, Type A)HDMI IN (video/audio): 19 pin (HDMI standard, Type A)ANALOG AUDIO IN: 2.0 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB), 600 Ω, RCA jack (L, R) x 1DIGITAL IN (COAXIAL): 0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 1DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL): 3 V (p-p), Optical jack x 1PORT. IN: 0.5 Vrms (3.5 stereo jack)Tuner FM/AMFM Tuning Range: 87.5 - 108.0 MHzAM Tuning Range: 520 - 1.710 kHzAmplifierStereo mode: 155 W + 155 W (4Ωat 1 KHz, THD 10%)Surround mode: Left+Right: 155 W + 155 W (THD 10%)Center: 155 WSurround: 155 W + 155 W (4Ωat 1 KHz, THD 10%)Subwoofer: 225 W (3Ωat 30 Hz, THD 10%)SystemLaser: Semiconductor laser, wavelength: 405nm / 650 nmSignal system: Standard NTSC colour TV systemFrequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz sampling) Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 100 dB (ANALOG OUT connectors only)Harmonic distortion: Less than 0.008%Dynamic range: More than 95 dBLAN port: Ethernet jack x 1, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Speakers (LHB977)Front Rear Center Passivespeaker Speaker Speaker SubwooferType2 Way 3 speaker 1 Way 1 speaker2 Way 3 speaker1 Way 1 speakerImpedance 4Ω4Ω4Ω3ΩRated Input Power 155 W 155 W 155 W 225 WMax. Input power 310 W 310 W 310 W 450 WNet Dimensions(W x H x D)210 x 1150 x 290 mm96 x 240 x 108 mm350x 105x 93mm216 x 405 x 360 mmNet Weight 3.86 kg 0.8 kg 1.5 kg 7.1 kgHB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 51

52Speakers (LHB953)Front Rear Center Passivespeaker Speaker Speaker SubwooferType1 Way 1 speaker 1 Way 1 speaker1 Way 1 speaker1 Way 1 speakerImpedance 4Ω4Ω4Ω3ΩRated Input Power 155 W 155 W 155 W 150 WMax. Input power 310 W 310 W 310 W 300 WNet Dimensions(W x H x D)96 x 240 x 108 mm96 x 240 x 108 mm350x 105x 93mm216 x 405 x 310 mmNet Weight 0.8 kg 0.8 kg 0.9 kg 5.9 kgAccessoriesSpeaker cable (6), Remote control (1), Battery (1), Component cable (1),AM antenna (1), FM antenna (1)HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 52

53Open source software noticeThe following GPL executables and LGPL libraries used in this product aresubject to the GPL2.0/LGPL2.1 License Agreements:GPL EXECUTABLES:Linux kernel 2.6, bash, busybox, dhcpcd, mtd-utils, net-tools, procps, sysu-tils, tinylogin LGPL LIBRARIES:uClibc, DirectFB, iconv, cairo LG Electronics offers to provide source code to you on CD-ROM for acharge covering the cost of performing such distribution, such as the costof media, shipping and handling upon e-mail request to LG Electronics at:opensource@lge.comThis offer is valid for a period of three(3) years from the date of the distrib-ution of this product by LG Electronics.You can obtain a copy of the GPL, LGPL licenses from http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/gpl-2.0.html and http://www.gnu.org/licenses/old-licenses/lgpl-2.1.htmlThis software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Groupcopyright © 1991-1998, Thomas G. Lane. This product includes •Freetype library : Copyright © 2003 The FreeType Project(www.freetype.org).•libpng library: Copyright © 2004 Glenn Randers-Pehrson•Zlib compression library: Copyright © 1995-2002 Jean-loup Gailly andMark Adler•cryptographic software written by Eric Young (eay@cryptsoft.com). •software written by Tim Hudson (tjh@cryptsoft.com).•software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSLToolkit. (http://www.openssl.org)This product includes other open source software. •Copyright © David L. Mills 1992-2006•Copyright © 1998-2003 Daniel Veillard.•Copyright © 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Center Ltd.•Copyright © 1990 The Regents of the University of California.•Copyright © 1998-2005 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved.Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining acopy of this software and associated documentation files (the “Software”),to deal in the Software without restriction, including without limitation therights to use, copy, modify, merge, publish, distribute, sublicense, and/orsell copies of the Software, and to permit persons to whom the Software isfurnished to do so, subject to the following conditions:THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS”, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANYKIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THEWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THEAUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM,DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CON-TRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CON-NECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGSIN THE SOFTWARE.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 53

54Network ServiceYou understand that usage of this product for network service requiresinternet service, for which you are solely responsible. Operation of thisproduct for network service may be limited or restricted depending uponthe quality, capabilities or technical limitations of your internet service.The content and/or services accessible through this product belong to thirdparties and may be protected by copyright, patent, trademark and/or otherintellectual property laws. Such content and services are provided solelyfor your personal and noncommercial use. Unless expressly authorized bythe respective content owner or service provider, you shall not modify,copy, republish, upload, post, transmit, translate, sell, create derivativeworks, exploit, or distribute in any manner or medium any content or ser-vices accessible through this product.YOUR USE OF THE CONTENT AND/OR SERVICES IS AT YOUR OWNRISK. THE CONTENT AND/OR SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” TOTHE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY LAW, LG MAKES NO REP-RESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER (i)FOR THE ACCURACY, VALIDITY, TIMELINESS, LEGALITY, OR COM-PLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AVAILABLETHROUGH THIS PRODUCT; AND (ii) THAT THE CONTENT AND/ORSERVICE AVAILABLE THROUGH THIS PRODUCT ARE FREE OFVIRUSES OR OTHER COMPONENTS THAT MAY INFECT, HARM, ORCAUSE DAMAGE TO THIS PRODUCT, YOUR COMPUTER, TELEVI-SION, OTHER EQUIPMENT, OR ANY OTHER PROPERTY. LGEXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUTNOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESSFOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LG'SNEGLIGENCE OR ISSUES RELATED TO THIRD PARTY CONTENTPROVIDERS, SHALL LG BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT ORTORT, FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCICENTAL, SPECIAL OR CON-SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, OR ANYOTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF, OR IN CONNECTION WITH, ANYINFORMATION CONTAINED IN, OR AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF ANYCONTENT OR SERVICE ACCESSIBLE THROUGH THIS PRODUCT BYYOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITYOF SUCH DAMAGES.The content and/or services provided by third party through this productmay be terminated or interrupted at any time, and LG makes no represen-tation or warranty that any content or service will remain available for anyperiod of time. The content and services are transmitted by third parties bymeans of networks and transmission facilities over which LG has no con-trol. Without limiting the generality of this disclaimer, LG expressly dis-claims any responsibility or liability for any interruption or suspension ofany content or service mad available through this device.LG shall be neither responsible nor liable for customer service related tothe content and services accessible through this product. Any question orrequest for such service relating to the content or services should be madedirectly to the respective content and service providers.HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 54

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56This LG Electronics product, will be repaired or replaced, at LG’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship, under normal use, during the war-ranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good onlyto the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S. Territories.THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MER-CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED INDURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG ELECTRONICS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDI-RECT, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMI-TATION, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, LOST OR CORRUPTED PROGRAMMING OR DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CON-TRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an impliedwarranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that mayvary from state to state.THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:•Damages or operating problems that result from shipping, installation, adjustment of user controls, calibration, maintenance or failure to maintain, or separatesystem components; and•Damages or operating problems that result from normal wear and tear, misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to therequirements or precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, lightning strikes or other natural causes, unauthorized modification or alteration, incorrect elec-trical current or voltage, reception problem caused by inadequate home antenna or faulty antenna connections, computer software, institutional or commercialuse, or other causes not arising out of defect in material or workmanship.Therefore, the cost of repair or replacement of such defective product shall be borne by the consumer.CUSTOMER INTER-ACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS:LG ELECTRONICS U.S.A., INC.1000 SYLVAN AVENUEENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ Issue OPrinted in IndonesiaWARRANTY PERIOD:LABOR: 90 days from the Date of Purchase.PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.*Parts replaced are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warrantyperiod.HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:Call 1-800-243-0000 for instructions on getting the defective unit repaired orreplaced.Please retain dated sales receipt and your box to return the unit to LG for repairor replacement.Shipping both ways will be paid by LG during the Warranty Period. After theWarranty Period, you pay inbound shipping charges and LG pays return shippingcharges.Visit our website at: http://www.lgservice.comFor nearest Authorized Service Center, Where to buy, Product Assistance, orCustomer Assistance Call 1-800-243-0000 (24 hours a day, 365 days per year) and select appropriateoptions from the menu.Or visit our website at http://us.lgservice.comLG Electronics, Inc. Limited Warranty - USAP/NO : MFL56962834HB954PA-AD.954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG 12/18/08 5:31 PM Page 56

LG, Model Name: HB954PAWGeneral Specification1 Occupied Bandwidth ≤ 2MHz5 Modulation Type FHSS34 Channel Number 20Frequency Range 2400-2483.5MHz7 RF Operating Temperature 0℃ ~ + 55℃ 6 Antenna Type Integrated PCB Antenna ( Internal antenna )≤50mW2 Transmitting PowerNo. ITEM DESCRIPTIONS