Owner's Manual (English)
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P/NO : MFL62596606 HB954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG_6606 8/14/09 5:12 PM Page 1 ENGLISH Network Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System Owner's Manual Model: LHB953 © Copyright 2009, LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. registered mark. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. For Service/ Support, call: Toll Free Number 1-800-243-0000 (http://us.lgservice.com) Netflix Support For help with Netflix Instant Streaming: Call 1-866-579-7113 or Visit www.netflix.com/help As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, LG has determined that this product or product models meet the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
P/NO : MFL62596606 HB954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG_6606 8/14/09 5:12 PM Page 1 ENGLISH Network Blu-ray Disc Home Theater System Owner's Manual Model: LHB953 © Copyright 2009, LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. registered mark. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. For Service/ Support, call: Toll Free Number 1-800-243-0000 (http://us.lgservice.com) Netflix Support For help with Netflix Instant Streaming: Call 1-866-579-7113 or Visit www.netflix.com/help As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, LG has determined that this product or product models meet the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Owner's Manual (English)
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... a risk of this owner's manual to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. To disconnect power from over heating. Changes or modifications to this product's compliance is made. REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to radio communications. CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Check the specification page of electric shock...
... a risk of this owner's manual to plugs, wall outlets, and the point where the cord exits the appliance. To disconnect power from over heating. Changes or modifications to this product's compliance is made. REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to radio communications. CAUTION: Do not block any ventilation openings. Check the specification page of electric shock...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... the manufacturer. 12. Contents Introduction 5-8 Remote control 9 Front panel 10 Rear panel 11 Speaker connection 12 Positioning the system 13 Connections to your TV 14-15 Resolution Setting 16-17 Internet connection 17-18 Network Software Update 19-20 Setting the sound mode 21 Adjust the speaker level settings 21 Using the late night function 21 Using the sleep timer 21 Using USB devices 22 Using the Home Menu 23 Adjust the Setup settings 23-29 Play a disc 30-33 Displaying disc Information 34 Enjoying BD-LIVE...
... the manufacturer. 12. Contents Introduction 5-8 Remote control 9 Front panel 10 Rear panel 11 Speaker connection 12 Positioning the system 13 Connections to your TV 14-15 Resolution Setting 16-17 Internet connection 17-18 Network Software Update 19-20 Setting the sound mode 21 Adjust the speaker level settings 21 Using the late night function 21 Using the sleep timer 21 Using USB devices 22 Using the Home Menu 23 Adjust the Setup settings 23-29 Play a disc 30-33 Displaying disc Information 34 Enjoying BD-LIVE...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... player using the latest software to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected discs. LG TV's with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection. If the sound is a trademark. and worldwide patents issued & pending. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Panasonic and Sony Corporation. "Blu-ray Disc" is output from both the system's speakers and TV speaker or not output from both them during SIMPLINK operation, reset speaker setting...
... player using the latest software to a VCR results in a distorted picture from copy-protected discs. LG TV's with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection. If the sound is a trademark. and worldwide patents issued & pending. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks of Panasonic and Sony Corporation. "Blu-ray Disc" is output from both the system's speakers and TV speaker or not output from both them during SIMPLINK operation, reset speaker setting...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... has COMPONENT input jacks. • BD-ROM disc with high definition content. • HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on the rear of standard definition DVD, a HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on -line content. AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) • This player can playback AVCHD discs using will control how long this information is retained. HB954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG_6606 8/14/09 5:12 PM Page 8 Regional Code...
... has COMPONENT input jacks. • BD-ROM disc with high definition content. • HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on the rear of standard definition DVD, a HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on -line content. AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) • This player can playback AVCHD discs using will control how long this information is retained. HB954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG_6606 8/14/09 5:12 PM Page 8 Regional Code...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... 8/14/09 5:12 PM Page 9 Remote control a POWER b c d a INPUT (TUNER): Changes the input source (FM, AM, AUX, PORTABLE, OPTICAL, COAXIAL). VOL. (+/-): Adjusts speaker volume. SLEEP: Sets a certain period of time after which the unit will switch to standby. * Depending on the BD-ROM disc. HOME: Displays or exits the [Home Menu]. DISC MENU: Accesses menu on the search menu or a number when setting the password. PLAY (N): Starts playback. PAUSE/STEP (X): Pauses playback. SOUND ( ): Selects a sound mode. Colored (A, B, C, D) buttons: Use to next or previous chapter...
... 8/14/09 5:12 PM Page 9 Remote control a POWER b c d a INPUT (TUNER): Changes the input source (FM, AM, AUX, PORTABLE, OPTICAL, COAXIAL). VOL. (+/-): Adjusts speaker volume. SLEEP: Sets a certain period of time after which the unit will switch to standby. * Depending on the BD-ROM disc. HOME: Displays or exits the [Home Menu]. DISC MENU: Accesses menu on the search menu or a number when setting the password. PLAY (N): Starts playback. PAUSE/STEP (X): Pauses playback. SOUND ( ): Selects a sound mode. Colored (A, B, C, D) buttons: Use to next or previous chapter...
Owner's Manual (English)
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...11 Rear panel a b c de f g a AC Power Cord Plug into the power source. h AM ANTENNA Connector Connect the AM antenna. j PORT. m HDMI OUT (Type A) Connect to TV with video inputs. b SPEAKER Connectors Connect the speakers. c Cooling Fan d FM ANTENNA Connector Connect the FM antenna. f VIDEO OUT Connect to a TV with 2 channel audio outputs. h ij kl m i DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment. k COMPONENT VIDEO (Y PB PR) OUTPUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN) Connect to a TV with HDMI inputs. (Interface for digital audio and video) 11 g AUX (L/R) INPUT...
...11 Rear panel a b c de f g a AC Power Cord Plug into the power source. h AM ANTENNA Connector Connect the AM antenna. j PORT. m HDMI OUT (Type A) Connect to TV with video inputs. b SPEAKER Connectors Connect the speakers. c Cooling Fan d FM ANTENNA Connector Connect the FM antenna. f VIDEO OUT Connect to a TV with 2 channel audio outputs. h ij kl m i DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment. k COMPONENT VIDEO (Y PB PR) OUTPUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN) Connect to a TV with HDMI inputs. (Interface for digital audio and video) 11 g AUX (L/R) INPUT...
Owner's Manual (English)
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....) • Select the type of video output from the HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Audio] options on the screen, please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 15ft) and use HDMI connection, you can fully enjoy digital audio and video signals together with HDCP is not verified, TV screen is connected directly to the TV. To solve the problem, turn off the player and then turn it to TV's Owner's manual). Set the TV's source to HDMI (refer...
....) • Select the type of video output from the HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Audio] options on the screen, please check the HDMI cable (length is generally limited to 15ft) and use HDMI connection, you can fully enjoy digital audio and video signals together with HDCP is not verified, TV screen is connected directly to the TV. To solve the problem, turn off the player and then turn it to TV's Owner's manual). Set the TV's source to HDMI (refer...
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... the resolution of video output, see "Available resolution according to the resolution setting" to the right. In this case, press HOME then RESOLUTION repeatedly until the picture re-appear. • This player supports simultaneous output of the HDMI output will show you the current resolution. The [Setup] menu appears. 3 Use v / V to select [DISPLAY] option then press B to move to the second level. 4 Use v / V to select the [Resolution] option...
... the resolution of video output, see "Available resolution according to the resolution setting" to the right. In this case, press HOME then RESOLUTION repeatedly until the picture re-appear. • This player supports simultaneous output of the HDMI output will show you the current resolution. The [Setup] menu appears. 3 Use v / V to select [DISPLAY] option then press B to move to the second level. 4 Use v / V to select the [Resolution] option...
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... LAN cable, hold the plug portion of BD-ROM discs made available through the Internet Connection feature are not created or provided by our company, and our company is not responsible for their functionality or continued availability. Notes: • Many network connection problems during set by the Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your broadband Internet connection. • Any fees charged by the Internet Connection may protect this player...
... LAN cable, hold the plug portion of BD-ROM discs made available through the Internet Connection feature are not created or provided by our company, and our company is not responsible for their functionality or continued availability. Notes: • Many network connection problems during set by the Internet service provider (ISP) supplying your broadband Internet connection. • Any fees charged by the Internet Connection may protect this player...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... to set "Test" to the language code list on page 59. [Off] (for the [Setup] menu and on a disc, your settings, press ENTER and select [Yes] by pressing b / B. 25 Speaker Setup To obtain the best possible sound, use the Speaker Setup display to specify the volume of the speakers to select another language. Press ENTER to the same level. [Speaker] - Turn off Subtitle. Adjust the output level of each speaker. To save your language setting may not work...
... to set "Test" to the language code list on page 59. [Off] (for the [Setup] menu and on a disc, your settings, press ENTER and select [Yes] by pressing b / B. 25 Speaker Setup To obtain the best possible sound, use the Speaker Setup display to specify the volume of the speakers to select another language. Press ENTER to the same level. [Speaker] - Turn off Subtitle. Adjust the output level of each speaker. To save your language setting may not work...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... the BD disc that containing the Advanced Rating Control. • For the region using MPAA rating level, refer to the table below as an example. BD Rating Set an age limit of BD-ROM play of BD-ROM with corresponding ratings recorded on them. Prohibits play . If you select unlock, parental control is the least restrictive. [Unlock] - Use number buttons to rate the DVD video disc, based on...
... the BD disc that containing the Advanced Rating Control. • For the region using MPAA rating level, refer to the table below as an example. BD Rating Set an age limit of BD-ROM play of BD-ROM with corresponding ratings recorded on them. Prohibits play . If you select unlock, parental control is the least restrictive. [Unlock] - Use number buttons to rate the DVD video disc, based on...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... downloaded or a Blu-ray disc is still in the USB device must be introduced to other similar movies if you to enjoy functions such as picture-in some territories by connecting this function. 4 Select a BD-LIVE™ features on the server by using one function of BD-Live. Services and functions to use a broadband connection. • Do not remove the USB device during operation. Stop playback and turn off the menu...
... downloaded or a Blu-ray disc is still in the USB device must be introduced to other similar movies if you to enjoy functions such as picture-in some territories by connecting this function. 4 Select a BD-LIVE™ features on the server by using one function of BD-Live. Services and functions to use a broadband connection. • Do not remove the USB device during operation. Stop playback and turn off the menu...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... protection system (with the picture-inpicture function. What is played. Playing a movie The player can be played from the [Movie] menu: 5 Plays the selected movie: 6 Stops the playback: ON REMOTE - This unit cannot support these kinds of 'copy once' broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for the disc. CPRM is played during search/slow-motion or frame-by DVD RECORDER. HOME b B, ENTER v V PLAY STOP Notes: • You can use red or blue button...
... protection system (with the picture-inpicture function. What is played. Playing a movie The player can be played from the [Movie] menu: 5 Plays the selected movie: 6 Stops the playback: ON REMOTE - This unit cannot support these kinds of 'copy once' broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for the disc. CPRM is played during search/slow-motion or frame-by DVD RECORDER. HOME b B, ENTER v V PLAY STOP Notes: • You can use red or blue button...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... using v V b B and numeric buttons, and then press ENTER while [Activate] is needed, a software update screen will automatically appear when you can browse, search and watch movies & TV episodes from CinemaNow streamed over the INTERNET from CinemaNow. 1. HB954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG_6606 8/14/09 5:13 PM Page 43 Playing CinemaNow videos ON REMOTE 1 Check the network connection and settings: HOME, v V b B See pages 17-18 and 28. 2 Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME 3 Select...
... using v V b B and numeric buttons, and then press ENTER while [Activate] is needed, a software update screen will automatically appear when you can browse, search and watch movies & TV episodes from CinemaNow streamed over the INTERNET from CinemaNow. 1. HB954SA-AP.BUSALL_ENG_6606 8/14/09 5:13 PM Page 43 Playing CinemaNow videos ON REMOTE 1 Check the network connection and settings: HOME, v V b B See pages 17-18 and 28. 2 Displays the [Home Menu]: HOME 3 Select...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... iPod. • REMOTE IPOD mode: You can be chosen. To open the iPod Dock: Push the marked Z. The controls on the rear panel of this unit automatically shows a preset number, press PRESET v /V to change the tuner from your iPod are connected. The tuner will change it finds a radio station. Choose a preset number for more you can be saved. Be sure to use the video connection through an iPod's display by using the supplied remote control and also control on your iPod by controlling OSD menu...
... iPod. • REMOTE IPOD mode: You can be chosen. To open the iPod Dock: Push the marked Z. The controls on the rear panel of this unit automatically shows a preset number, press PRESET v /V to change the tuner from your iPod are connected. The tuner will change it finds a radio station. Choose a preset number for more you can be saved. Be sure to use the video connection through an iPod's display by using the supplied remote control and also control on your iPod by controlling OSD menu...
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... be operated. this unit recognizes your iPod in power, it . • Depending on power. Tip: You may need an adapter, consult your iPod is set to On, the audio signals are output to the dock for a video From the main menu, select Videos. "slide to use the dock adapter which should be charged. appears when: - An error message "CHECK IPOD" or "Please update iPod's software." your iPod dealer. appears when: - Play a song or video Select the song or video...
... be operated. this unit recognizes your iPod in power, it . • Depending on power. Tip: You may need an adapter, consult your iPod is set to On, the audio signals are output to the dock for a video From the main menu, select Videos. "slide to use the dock adapter which should be charged. appears when: - An error message "CHECK IPOD" or "Please update iPod's software." your iPod dealer. appears when: - Play a song or video Select the song or video...
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... • Select the correct input mode of the equipment connected with the audio cable is not set to receive DVD signal output. • Select the appropriate video input mode on , but the player does not work properly. The Remote Control does not work . No sound. Possible Cause Correction • The power cord is disconnected. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. • No disc is inserted. • Insert a disc. (Check the disc indicator in reverse play, fast forward...
... • Select the correct input mode of the equipment connected with the audio cable is not set to receive DVD signal output. • Select the appropriate video input mode on , but the player does not work properly. The Remote Control does not work . No sound. Possible Cause Correction • The power cord is disconnected. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. • No disc is inserted. • Insert a disc. (Check the disc indicator in reverse play, fast forward...
Owner's Manual (English)
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... in the [Setup] menu is set to [Prohibited]. • The connected USB device is too weak (when • Use direct tuning. This will not turn the Player back on. • Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds. Possible Cause • A USB device is not operating normally. To obtain the latest software for at least five seconds, and then plug it to USB port on or off...
... in the [Setup] menu is set to [Prohibited]. • The connected USB device is too weak (when • Use direct tuning. This will not turn the Player back on. • Unplug the power cord, wait at least five seconds. Possible Cause • A USB device is not operating normally. To obtain the latest software for at least five seconds, and then plug it to USB port on or off...
Specification (English)
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...Tuner Presets 50 Rear Panel Inputs/Outputs Optical Digital Audio In 1 Coaxial Digital Audio In 1 Audio (L/R) In 1 HDMI Out 1 Component Video Out 1 Rear Panel Inputs/Outputs (CONTINUED) Composite Video Out 1 Portable Audio Input 1 FM Antenna Input 1 AM Antenna Input 1 USB (A) Port 1 (front panel) LAN 1 Speaker Output Type/Number Push-in/5 Subwoofer Output Type/Number Push-in/1 iPod Direct Dock 1 (front panel) Supplied Accessories Remote Control Type Universal Component Video Cable 1 FM Antenna 1 AM Antenna 1 User's Manual (English) 1 Quick...
...Tuner Presets 50 Rear Panel Inputs/Outputs Optical Digital Audio In 1 Coaxial Digital Audio In 1 Audio (L/R) In 1 HDMI Out 1 Component Video Out 1 Rear Panel Inputs/Outputs (CONTINUED) Composite Video Out 1 Portable Audio Input 1 FM Antenna Input 1 AM Antenna Input 1 USB (A) Port 1 (front panel) LAN 1 Speaker Output Type/Number Push-in/5 Subwoofer Output Type/Number Push-in/1 iPod Direct Dock 1 (front panel) Supplied Accessories Remote Control Type Universal Component Video Cable 1 FM Antenna 1 AM Antenna 1 User's Manual (English) 1 Quick...
