HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 1 HB954SP (HB954SP-DD / SB94SP-F/S/C/W) FOR THE GUARANTEE TERMS & CONDITIONS, PLEASE REFER TO BACK COVER OF THIS MANUAL. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, LG has determined that this product or product models meet the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 3 Notes on Copyrights Because AACS (Advanced Access Content System) is approved as content protection system for BD format, similar to use of CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, certain restrictions are imposed on playback, analog signal output, etc., of AACS protected contents.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 4 Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-8 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Speaker connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 5 Introduction To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for future reference. This manual provides information on the operation and maintenance of your player. Should the unit require service, contact an authorized service location.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 6 Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc - Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented - BD-R/RE discs that contain audio titles, DivX, MP3, WMA, or Photo files. DVD-VIDEO (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented DVD-R (8 cm / 12 cm disc) - Video mode and finalized only - Supports the dual layer disc also - AVCHD format - DVD-R discs that contain audio titles, DivX, MP3, WMA, or Photo files.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 7 BD-ROM Disc Features BD-ROM Discs can store 25 GB (single layer) or 50 GB (dual layer) on a single sided disc - about 5 to 10 times the capacity of a DVD. BD-ROM Discs also support the highest quality HD video available in the industry (up to 1920 x 1080) - Large capacity means no compromise on video quality. Furthermore, a BD-ROM disc has the same familiar size and look as DVD. The following BD-ROM disc features are disc dependent and will vary.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 8 Regional Code Certain System Requirements This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”. For high definition video playback: AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) • This player can playback AVCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders. • The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 9 Remote control POWER a b c d a INPUT (TUNER): Changes the input source (FM, AUX, PORTABLE, OPTICAL, COAXIAL, HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2) POWER: Switches the player ON or OFF. OPEN/CLOSE (Z): Opens and closes the disc tray. iPod: Selects REMOTE IPOD or OSD IPOD mode. PIP*: Switches on/off Secondary Video (Picture-in-picture) (BD-ROM only). DISPLAY: Displays or exits On-Screen Display. HOME: Displays or exits the [Home Menu].
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 10 Front panel a b c d e f g a 1/}} (POWER) Button Switches the unit ON or OFF. b Disc Tray Insert a disc here. c iPod Dock Connect your iPod here. Push Z to open the iPod Dock. d Remote Sensor Point the remote control here. e Touch Buttons - Z (OPEN/CLOSE) Opens or closes the disc tray. - (N/X)PLAY / PAUSE Starts playback. Pause playback temporarily, press again to exit pause mode. - x (STOP) Stops playback. - .
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 11 Rear panel a b c d e hi f g j k l m a AC Power Cord Plug into the power source. h DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) Connect to digital (optical) audio equipment. b SPEAKER Connectors Connect the speakers. i PORT. IN Connect to a portable player with audio outputs. c Cooling Fan j COMPONENT VIDEO (Y PB PR) OUTPUT (PROGRESSIVE SCAN) Connect to a TV with Y Pb Pr inputs. d FM ANTENNA Connector Connect the FM antenna.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 12 Speaker Connection Attaching the speakers to the player a You will have received six speaker cables. Each one is colour-coded by a band near each end and connects one of the six speakers to the player. b Connect the wires to the player. Match each wire’s coloured band to the same coloured connection terminal on the rear of the player. To connect the cable to the player, press each plastic finger pad to open the connection terminal.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 13 Positioning the System The following illustration shows an example of positioning the system. Note that the illustrations in these instructions differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes. For the best possible surround sound, all the speakers other than the subwoofer should be placed at the same distance from the listening position (A).
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 14 Connections to Your TV Set the TV’s source to HDMI (refer to TV’s Owner’s manual). Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. Notes: Tips: • Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the player. Use only one of the connections described below.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 15 Additional Information for HDMI Tip: • 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. - The connected device is compatible with 720x576p, 1280x720p, 1920x1080i or 1920x1080p video input.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 16 Resolution Setting The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu or pressing the RESOLUTION button in [Home Menu] and [Setup] Menu.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 17 HDMI OUT connection • For the 576i resolution setting, real output resolution of HDMI OUT will change to 576p. • If you select a resolution manually and then connect the HDMI jack to TV and your TV does not accept it, the resolution setting is set to [Auto]. • If you select a resolution that your TV does not accept, the warning message will appear.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 18 • Since there are various connection configurations, please follow the specifications of your telecommunication carrier or internet service provider. Notes: • Depending on the internet service provider (ISP), the number of devices that can receive internet service may be limited by the applicable terms of service. For details, contact your ISP.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 19 Setting the sound mode Adjust the speaker level settings You can select a suitable sound mode. Press SOUND repeatedly until the desired 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). [Natural] mode: You can enjoy comfortable and natural sound.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 20 Notes: Using USB devices This unit can play the movie, music and photo files contained on the USB device. ON REMOTE • This player supports USB flash memory/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, movie). However, for BD-Live, only FAT16 and FAT32 formats are supported. Please use the Internal Flash Memory or USB flash memory/external HDD formatted in either FAT16 or FAT32 when using BD-Live. 1.
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HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 22 [DISPLAY] Menu Resolution Sets 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 display information (EDID), automatically selects the resolution best suited to the connected TV. If the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT is only connected, this changes the resolution to 1080i as default resolution.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 23 [LANGUAGE] Menu [AUDIO] Menu Display Menu Speaker Setup Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on-screen display. To obtain the best possible sound, use the Speaker Setup display to specify the volume of the speakers you have connected and their distance from your listening position. Use the Test to adjust the volume of the speakers to the same level.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 24 HD AV Sync [LOCK] Menu (Parental Control) Sometimes Digital TV encounters a delay between picture and sound. If this happens 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 set at anything between 0 and 300m sec. The delay will vary depending on which digital TV channel you are on.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 25 DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated disc based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.) [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 the disc plays in full. BD Rating Set an age limit of BD-ROM play. Use number buttons to input an age limit for BD-ROM viewing. [255] – All BD-ROM can be played.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 26 [NETWORK] Menu BD-LIVE connection The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the BD Live and YouTube features. Some BD-ROM discs may enable you to access special BD-ROM sites, if you connect the player to the Internet. For example, if a BD-ROM site includes content such as links to future movie trailers, you can watch the downloaded on-line content on the player. You do not need to connect to a PC to use this function.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 27 [OTHERS] Menu DivX VOD ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX® Certified device must be registered in order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 28 Resume playback ALL Play a disc ON REMOTE 1 Open the disc tray: Z) OPEN/CLOSE (Z 2 Insert a disc: - 3 Close the disc tray: Z) OPEN/CLOSE (Z 4 Adjust the disc menu settings: A disc menu may not appear on the screen depending on the disc. v V b B, ENTER During playback, press STOP (x) to stop playback. The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. “Xx” appears on the screen briefly.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 Playing repeatedly 9/9/09 BD DVD 11:22 AM Page 29 AVCHD MUSIC ACD During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. The current title, chapter or track will be played back repeatedly. To return to normal playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select [OFF]. When you are using the repeat, A-B repeat or random functions in the [MUSIC] menu, refer to the mode icons as shown below. – Selected portion will be repeated continually.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 Selecting a subtitle language 11:22 AM BD DVD Page 30 AVCHD MOVIE During playback, press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select a desired subtitle language. OR During playback, press DISPLAY to display the playback menu. Use v V to select the [Subtitle] option then use b B to select desired subtitle language. Note: Some discs allow you to change subtitle selections only via the disc menu.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 Last Scene Memory 9/9/09 BD 11:22 AM Page 31 DVD This unit memorizes last scene from the last disc that is viewed. The last scene remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the unit or switch off the unit. If you load a disc that has the scene memorized, the scene is automatically recalled. Changing content list view ACD MUSIC MOVIE On the [Movie], [Music], [Photo] menu, you can change the content list view by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 32 Moving to another title/chapter Displaying disc information BD ON REMOTE 1 Play the disc loaded on the unit: PLAY 2 Displays the playback menu: DISPLAY 3 Select an item: vV 4 Adjust the playback menu settings: bB 5 Exit the disc playback menu: DISPLAY a b c d e f a b c d e f Title – Current title number/total number of titles. Chapter – Current chapter number/total number of chapters. Time – Elapsed playing time.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 33 Caution: Enjoying BD-LIVE™ ON REMOTE 1 Inserts a BD-ROM disc with BD-LIVE™ features: OPEN/CLOSE (Z) 2 Check the network connection and settings: BD-Live features need the internet connection. – 3 Connect a USB device: A USB device is required to use this function. – 4 Select a BD-LIVE™ features on the disc menu: v V b B, ENTER This unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 34 Playing secondary video (picture-in-picture) Playing a movie Secondary video can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-inpicture 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. The player can play movie files on the disc/USB device and video contents recorded on a DVD-RW(VR mode) discs.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 35 Notice for displaying the DivX subtitle If the subtitle does not display properly, change the language code as described below. 1 Press and hold SUBTITLE for 3 seconds during playback. The language code will appear. 2 Press SUBTITLE repeatedly to select another language code until the subtitle is displayed properly and then press ENTER.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 36 Tips: • To go directly to any track or file and play, enter the track/file number using the numbered buttons (0-9). Listening to music The player can play Audio CDs and MP3/WMA files. Before playing MP3/WMA files, read “MP3/WMA audio file requirement”. ON REMOTE 1 Inserts an Audio CD or a disc/USB Flash Drive containing MP3/WMA files.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 37 Viewing a photo This unit can play a photo files. Before playing photo files, read “Photo file requirement”. 1 Inserts a disc/USB device containing photo files. 2 Displays the [Home Menu]: 3 Selects a [Photo] option: 4 Selects a photo from the [PHOTO] menu: 5 Displays the selected photo in full screen: 6 Displays the next or previous photo: 7 Returns to the [PHOTO] menu screen: ON REMOTE – HOME b B, ENTER vVbB ENTER .
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 38 Playing YouTube videos ON REMOTE 1 Check the network connection and settings: See page 17-18 and 26. – 2 Check the network configurations: See page 26.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 39 About YouTube playback screen When you press PLAY (N) or ENTER at the video you want to watch, the playback screen and content detail will appear on the screen. playback screen content detail progress bar while playing And when the playback ends or stops, the stopped playback screen and related videos list appear on the screen.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 40 Searching videos You can search for videos by entering search words of up to 128 characters. Use b B to select [Search] option from the menu and press ENTER to display the keyboard menu. Use v V b B to select a character then press ENTER to confirm your selection on the keyboard menu. To enter a letter with an accent mark, select the letter from extended character set. Example: Select “D” and then press DISPLAY to display the extended character set.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 41 Listening to the radio Be sure that FM antenna is connected. 1 Select FM: 2 Select a radio station: 3 To save a radio station: A preset number will show on the display. Up to 50 radio stations can be saved. 4 To confirm press: 5 To select a saved station Playing the iPod ON REMOTE TUNER (INPUT) TUN.-/+ ENTER ENTER V PRESET v /V Listening to the radio - more you can do Look for radio stations automatically Press and hold TUN.-/TUN.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 42 To Do this on remote Notes: Select a menu item Press v V and B or ENTER. Go back to the previous menu O) or DISC MENU or b. Press RETURN (O Browse for a song From the main menu, select Music. • Compatibility with your iPod may vary depending on the type of your iPod. • iPod touch has may differ in operation from the iPod. You may need any additional control to use them with this unit. (e.g.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 43 Listening to music from your portable audio player Listening to the sound from your component You can enjoy the sound of your portable audio player from the speakers of the system. 3.5 mm stereo miniplug cable You can enjoy the sound of your component with the analog audio output jacks from the speakers of the system. To the audio output jacks of your component (TV, VCR, etc.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 44 Using HDMI IN jacks Using DIGITAL AUDIO IN jacks You can enjoy the pictures and sound of your component with the HDMI OUT jack. You can enjoy the sound of your component with the digital optical or coaxial output jack from the speakers of the system. or To the digital optical output jack of your component To the HDMI OUT jack of your component (set-top box, digital satellite receiver, video game machine, etc.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 45 Setting up the remote to control your TV Reference You can operate your LG/GoldStar TV with the supplied remote control. Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control You can control the volume, input source, and power state of your LG/GoldStar TV with the supplied Remote Control. You can control your TV using the buttons below. While holding down TV POWER button, press PR/CH v or V. Release the TV POWER button to complete setting.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 46 Language Codes Use this list to input your desired language for Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle and Disc Menu.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 47 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Correction No power. • The power cord is disconnected. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The power is on, but the player does not work. • No disc is inserted. • Insert a disc. (Check the disc indicator in the display window is lit.) No picture. • The TV is not set to receive DVD signal output. • Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 48 Troubleshooting Possible Cause Symptom Correction • External USB device is not connected. • Connect a FAT16 or FAT32 formatted USB device to the USB port (see page 20). • The connected USB device does not have enough space. • Secure at least 1GB free space in the USB device for using BD-Live features. • Internet connection is not established.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 49 Specifications System General Laser: Semiconductor laser, wavelength: 405nm / 650 nm Signal system: Standard PAL/NTSC colour TV system Frequency 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) Inputs/Outputs Harmonic distortion: Less than 0.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 50 Open source software notice The following GPL executables and LGPL libraries used in this product are subject to the GPL2.0/LGPL2.1 License Agreements: GPL EXECUTABLES: Linux kernel 2.6, bash, busybox, dhcpcd, mtd-utils, net-tools, procps, sysutils, tinylogin • libcurl library : Copyright © 1996 - 2008, Daniel Stenberg, daniel@haxx.
HB954SP-DD.BGBRLL_ENG_6615 9/9/09 11:22 AM Page 51 Technology with the human touch GUARANTEE ● LG Electronics U.K. Ltd. will provide the following services in order to expedite this Guarantee. ● REQUIREMENTS TO MAINTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE: RETAIN YOUR RECEIPT TO PROVE DATE OF PURCHASE. A COPY OF YOUR RECEIPT MUST BE SURRENDERED AT THE TIME GUARANTEE SERVICE IS PROVED. 1.
