OWNER’S MANUAL Network Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. BP230 / BP230N P/NO : MFL67732309_REV1.
Getting Started Safety Information 1 CAUTION Getting Started 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.
Getting Started This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. Disposal of your old appliance 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC. 2. All electrical and electronic products shall be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. 3.
Getting Started Notes on Copyrights 1 Getting Started LG Electronics hereby declares that this/these product(s) is/are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC, 2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU. Contact office for compliance of this product : LG Electronics Inc. EU Representative, Krijgsman 1, 1186 DM Amstelveen, The Netherlands yy Please note that this is NOT a Customer Service contact point.
Getting Started 5 Important Notice for TV colour system The colour system of this player differs according to currently playing discs. Only the multi system colour TV can receive all signals output from the player. yy If you have a PAL colour system TV, you will see just distorted images when using discs or video contents recorded in NTSC. yy The multi system colour TV changes the colour system automatically according to input signals.
Table of Contents Table of Contents 4 Operating 1 Getting Started 2 8 8 9 9 9 10 11 11 Safety Information Introduction – Playable discs and symbols used in this manual – About the “7” symbol display – Regional code – System select Remote Control Front Panel Rear Panel 29 29 29 29 30 30 2 Connecting 12 12 13 14 15 15 17 17 17 20 20 Connecting the AC Adapter Connecting to your TV – What is SIMPLINK? – Resolution setting Connecting to an Amplifier – Connecting to an amplifier via HDMI output –
Table of Contents 5 Troubleshooting 42 42 43 44 44 44 Troubleshooting – General – Network – Picture – Customer support – Open source software notice 6 Appendix 45 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control – Setting up the remote to control your TV Network Software Update – Network update notification – Software update Additional Information – File requirement – AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) – About DLNA – Certain system requirements – Compatibility notes Audio Output Specifica
Getting Started Introduction 1 Playable discs and symbols used in this manual Getting Started Media/Term Logo Symbol e Blu-ray y u i r DVD-ROM Description yy Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. yy BD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format. yy BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. yy ISO 9660+JOLIET, UDF and UDF Bridge format yy Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented.
Getting Started ,,Note yy Depending on the recording software & the finalization, some recorded discs (CD-R/RW, DVD±R/RW, BD-R/RE) may not be playable. yy BD-R/RE, DVD±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.
Getting Started Remote Control 1 Getting Started • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • d • • • • • • 1 (POWER): Switches the player ON or OFF. Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons: Use to navigate BD-ROM menus. They are also used for [MOVIE], [PHOTO], [MUSIC] and [Premium] menu. B (OPEN/CLOSE): Opens and closes the disc tray. 0-9 numerical buttons: Selects numbered options in a menu. CLEAR: Removes a number when setting the password. REPEAT (h): Repeats a desired section or sequence.
Getting Started 11 Front Panel 1 Getting Started a Disc Tray d B (OPEN / CLOSE) b Display Window e 1/! (POWER) c Remote Sensor f USB Port Rear Panel a DC IN 12V (AC adapter input) c HDMI OUT b LAN port d DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)
Connecting Connecting the AC Adapter Connect the unit to the power supply with the supplied AC adapter. Rear of the unit Connecting to your TV If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ Cable). Connect the HDMI jack on the player to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor. Rear of the unit 2 Connecting HDMI cable TV Plug into a power source.
Connecting Additional information for HDMI 13 What is SIMPLINK? yy When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible device make sure of the following: -- Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this player. Next, switch on the HDMI/DVI device and leave it for around 30 seconds, then switch on this player. -- The connected device’s video input is set correctly for this unit. yy Not all HDCP-compatible HDMI or DVI devices will work with this player.
Connecting Resolution setting The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT jack. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Use A/D to select the [Setup] and press ENTER (b). The [Setup] menu appears. 2 3. Use W/S to select [DISPLAY] option then press D to move to the second level. Connecting 4. Use W/S to select the [Resolution] option then press ENTER (b) to move to the third level. 5.
Connecting Connecting to an Amplifier Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. 15 Connecting to an amplifier via HDMI output Connect the player’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a HDMI cable. yy HDMI audio connection (page 15) Rear of the unit yy Digital audio connection (page 16) 2 Connecting Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” for details (page 51).
Connecting Connecting to an amplifier via digital audio output Connect the player’s COAXIAL OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using an optional digital audio cable. Rear of the unit 2 Connecting Coaxial cable Receiver/Amplifier You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on page 24.
Connecting Connecting to your Home Network 17 Broadband service This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, BD-Live interactivity and on-line content services.
Connecting 1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the [Setup] menu then press ENTER (b). Advanced Setting If you want to set the network settings manually, use W/S to select [Advanced Setting] on the [Network Setting] menu and press ENTER (b). 1. Use W/S/A/D to select the IP mode between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically. 2 Connecting 2. Read the preparations for the network settings and then press ENTER (b) while [Start] is highlighted.
Connecting Notes on network connection yy Many network connection problems during set up can often be fixed by re-setting the router or modem. After connecting the player to the home network, quickly power off and/ or disconnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem. Then power on and/or connect the power cable again.
Connecting USB Device Connection This player can play movie, music and photo files contained in the USB device. 2 Playback content in the USB device Connecting 1. Insert a USB device to the USB port until it fits into place. ,,Note yy This player supports USB flash drive/ external HDD formatted in FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, movie). However, for BD-Live and Audio CD recording, use the USB flash drive / external HDD formatted in FAT32.
System Setting Initial Setup 21 4. Check all the settings that you have set in the previous steps. When you turn on the unit for the first time, the initial setup wizard appears on the screen. Set the display language and network settings on the initial setup wizard. 1. Press 1 (POWER). The initial setup wizard appears on the screen. 2. Use W/S/A/D to select a display language and press ENTER (b). Press ENTER (b) while [Finish] is highlighted to finish the initial setup settings.
System Setting Settings [DISPLAY] Menu TV Aspect Ratio Adjust the setup settings You can change the settings of the player in the [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ). Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV type. [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] 3 System Setting 2. Use A/D to select the [Setup] and press ENTER (b). The [Setup] menu appears.
System Setting 23 Resolution HDMI Color Setting Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. Refer to page 14 for details about the resolution setting. Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your display device. [Auto] [YCbCr] If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to TVs providing display information (EDID), automatically selects the resolution best suited to the connected TV. Select when connecting to a HDMI display device.
System Setting [LANGUAGE] Menu [AUDIO] Menu Display Menu Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. Select a language for the [Setup] menu and onscreen display. Disc Menu/Disc Audio/ Disc Subtitle Select the language you prefer for the audio track (disc audio), subtitles, and the disc menu. [Original] 3 Refers to the original language in which the disc was recorded.
System Setting 25 Sampling Freq. (Digital Audio Output) [48 kHz] DRC (Dynamic Range Control) This function allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is not capable of handling 192 kHz and 96 kHz signal. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 192 kHz and 96 kHz signals to 48 kHz so your system can decode them.
System Setting [LOCK] Menu DVD Rating The [LOCK] settings affect only BD-ROM and DVD playback. Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.) To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you must enter the 4-digit security code you have created. If you have not entered a password yet, you are prompted to do so. Enter a 4-digit password twice, and press ENTER (b) to create a new password. Password You can create or change the password.
System Setting 27 [NETWORK] Menu [OTHERS] Menu The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD-Live and on-line content services. DivX® VOD Connection Setting If your home network environment is ready to connect the player, the player needs to be set the wired network connection for network communication. (See “Connecting to your Home Network” on page 17.
System Setting Auto Power Off The screen saver appears when you leave the player in Stop mode for about five minutes. If you set this option to [On], the unit automatically turns off within 20 minutes since the Screen Saver is displayed. Set this option to [Off ] to leave the screen saver until the unit is operated by the user. Initialize 3 Software [Information] Displays the current software version.
Operating 29 General Playback Playing a disc erto Using [HOME] menu 1. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the disc tray. The home menu appears when you press HOME ( ). Use A/D to select a category and press ENTER (b). 2. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE) to close the disc tray. For the most Audio CD, BD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, playback starts automatically. 3. Press HOME ( ). 4. Select [Movie] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b). 5.
Operating Enjoying BD-Live™ e Basic operations for video and audio content BD-ROM supporting BD-Live that has a network extension function allows you to enjoy more functions such as downloading new movie trailers by connecting this unit to the internet. To stop playback 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 17). 2. Insert a USB storage device to the USB port on the front panel. A USB storage device is needed to download bonus content. 3.
Operating Basic operations for photo content To play a slide show Press d (PLAY) to start slide show. To stop a slide show Press Z (STOP) during slide show. To pause a slide show Press M (PAUSE) during slide show. Press d (PLAY) to re-start the slide show. To skip to the next/previous photo While viewing a photo in full screen, press A or D to go to the previous or next photo. To display the disc menu The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which contains a menu.
Operating Advanced Playback Repeating a specific portion eroty Repeat playback erotu y This player can repeat a portion you have selected. During playback, press REPEAT (h) repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. Blu-ray Disc / DVD / Movie files jA- – Selected portion will be repeated continually. (page 32) jChapter – The current chapter will be played back repeatedly. jTitle – The current title will be played back repeatedly. 4 jAll – All the tracks or files will be played back repeatedly.
Operating 33 Changing content list view yui Selecting a subtitle file y On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can change the content list view. If the subtitle file name is different from the movie file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the [Movie] menu before playing the movie. Method 1 Press red (R) coloured button repeatedly. 1. Use W/S/A/D to select the subtitle file you wish to play in the [Movie] menu. 2. Press ENTER (b).
Operating Options while viewing a photo i You can use various options during viewing a photo in full screen. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ MENU (m) to display the option menu. 2. Select an option using W/S. Listening to music during slide show i You can display photo files while listening to music files. 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ MENU (m) to display the option menu. 2.
Operating 35 Playing a file on a network server yui This player can play video, audio and photo files located in a DLNA server through your home network. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 17). 2. Press HOME ( ). 3. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b). 4. Select a DLNA media server on the list using W/S, and press ENTER (b). ,,Note yy The file requirements are described on page 48.
Operating Using Home Network Server for PC MAC OS X DLNA stands for Digital Living Network Alliance, which allows users to access video, photo and audio files stored in server and enjoy them on TV via home networking. 2. Browse the CD-ROM drive and open the “MediaHome_4_Essentials_MAC” folder. Before connecting to PC to play a file , Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials program should be installed on your PC. 4.
Operating 37 About Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials is a software for sharing video, audio and photo files stored on your computer to this unit as a DLNA-compatible digital media server. ,,Note yy The Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials CDROM is designed for PCs and should not be inserted in this player or in any product other than a PC. yy The supplied Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials CD-ROM is a customized software edition only for sharing files and folders to this player.
Operating On-Screen Display You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. Displaying content information on-screen eroy 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to show various playback information. 4 Operating a Title – current title number/total number of titles b Chapter – current chapter number/total number of chapters c Time – elapsed playing time/total playback time d Audio – selected audio language or channel e Subtitle – selected subtitle.
Operating 39 Playing from selected time eroy Hearing a different audio eroy 1. Press INFO/MENU (m) during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to display the on-screen display. 2. Select the [Time] option and then input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. 3. Use A/D to select desired audio language, audio track or audio channel.
Operating Changing the TV Aspect Ratio eoy Changing subtitle Code Page y You can change the TV aspect ratio setting during playback. If the subtitle is displayed in broken letter, you can change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle file properly. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to display the On-Screen display. 2. Use W/S to select the [TV Aspect Ratio] option. 3. Use A/D to select desired option. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to display the playback menu. 2.
Operating Changing the Picture Mode eroy You can change the [Picture mode] option during playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to display the On-Screen display. 2. Use W/S to select the [Picture Mode] option. 3. Use A/D to select desired option. 4. Press BACK (1) to exit the On-Screen display. 41 Using the Premium You can use various content services via Internet with the Premium feature. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 17). 2. Press HOME ( ). 3.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution The Power does not turned on. yy Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The unit does not start playback. yy Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, colour system, and regional code.) yy Place the disc with the playback side down. yy Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide. yy Clean the disc. yy Cancel the Rating function or change the rating level.
Troubleshooting 43 Network Symptom Cause & Solution BD-Live feature does not work. yy The connected USB storage may not have enough space. Connect the USB storage with at least 1GB free space. yy Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (page 17). yy Your broadband speed may not fast enough to use the BD-Live features. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and increase the broadband speed is recommended.
Troubleshooting Picture Symptom Cause & Solution There is no picture. yy Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the picture from the unit appears on the TV screen. yy Connect the video connection securely. yy Check the [HDMI Color Setting] in the [Setup] menu is set to the appropriate item that conforms to your video connection. yy Your TV may not support the resolution you have set on the player. Change the resolution that your TV accepts.
Appendix 45 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control You can control your TV using the buttons below. Setting up the remote to control your TV You can operate your TV with the supplied remote control. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code. 1. While holding down 1 (TV POWER) button, and press the manufacturer code for your TV with the numerical buttons (see the table below).
Appendix Network Software Update Network update notification From time to time, performance improvements and/or additional features or services may be made available to units that are connected to a broadband home network. If there is new software available and the unit is connected to a broadband home network, the player will inform you about the update as follows. Software update You can update the player using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features.
Appendix 47 4. If newer version exists, the message “Do you want to download it?” appears. 5. Select [OK] to start update. (Selecting [Cancel] will end the update.) 6. The player starts downloading the newest update from the server. (Downloading will takes several minutes depending on your home network condition) 7. When downloading is completed, the message, “Download is complete. Do you want to update?” appears. 8. Select [OK] to start updating.
Appendix Additional Information File requirement Video files File Location Disc, USB DLNA File Extension Codec Format Audio Format “.avi”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf”, “.wmv”, “.m4v” (DRM free), “.vob”, “.3gp”, “.mov”, “.trp”, “.m2t”, “.mpe”, “.m1v”, “.m2v”, “.wm” DIVX3.11, DIVX4, DIVX5, DIVX6 (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 (.
Appendix 49 ,,Note yy The file name is limited to 180 characters. yy Maximum files/Folder: Less than 2000 (total number of files and folders) ,,Note yy A “avi” file which is encoded “WMV 9 codec” is not supported. yy Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the content on the media. yy This player supports UTF-8 files even it contains Unicode subtitle contents. This player can not support the pure Unicode subtitle files.
Appendix About DLNA Compatibility notes This Player is a DLNA Certified digital media player that can display and play movie, photo and music content from your DLNA-compatible digital media server (PC and Consumer Electronics). yy Because BD-ROM is a new format, certain disc, digital connection and other compatibility issues are possible. If you experience compatibility problems, please contact an authorized Customer Service Center.
Appendix 51 Audio Output Specifications COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) *3 Jack/Setting Source Dolby Digital PCM Stereo DTS Re-encode *4 BitStream PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD PCM 2ch DTS Dolby Digital DTS PCM 2ch DTS DTS DTS-HD PCM 2ch DTS DTS Linear PCM 2ch PCM 2ch DTS PCM 2ch Linear PCM 5.1ch PCM 2ch DTS PCM 2ch Linear PCM 7.
Appendix yy The audio is outputted as PCM 48 kHz/16 bit for MP3/WMA file and PCM 44.1kHz/16 bit for Audio CD during playback. yy You must select a digital audio output and a maximum sampling frequency that your Amplifier (or AV receiver) accepts using [Digital Output] and [Sampling Freq.] options on the [Setup] menu (page 24). yy With digital audio connection (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT or HDMI OUT), Disc Menu button sounds of BD-ROM may not be heard if the [Digital Output] option is set to [BitStream].
Appendix 53 Area Code List Choose an area code from this list.
Appendix Language Code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu].
Appendix 55 Trademarks and Licenses Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, BD-Live™, BONUSVIEW™ and the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. “DVD Logo” is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc.
Appendix Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commerciallyproduced film and videos and their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted. More information about Cinavia technology is provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http://www.cinavia.com.
Appendix 57 Specifications General Power requirements DC 12 V 0 1 A AC adapter WA-12M12Fx Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 270 mm x 39 mm x 205 mm Net Weight (Approx.) 0.95 Kg Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % Outputs HDMI OUT (video/audio) 19 pin (Type A, HDMI™ Connector) DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) 0.
Appendix Maintenance Notes on discs Handling discs Handling the unit When shipping the unit Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Cleaning the unit To clean the player, use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Appendix 59 Important Information Relating to Network Services All information, data, documents, communications, downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, videos, webcasts, publications, tools, resources, software, code, programs, applets, widgets, applications, products and other content (“Content”) and all services and offerings (“Services”) provided or made available by or through any third party (each a “Service Provider”) is the sole responsibility of the Service Provider from whom it ori
