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OWNER'S MANUAL
Smart 3D Blu-ray
Disc™ / DVD Player
with Built-in Wi-Fi
®
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
BP540
www.lg.com
P/NO : MFL68142831_1.0
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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Smart 3D Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player with Built-in Wi-Fi ® Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. BP540 www.lg.com P/NO : MFL68142831_1.0...
  • Page 2 Getting Started Safety Information CAUTION Use of controls, adjustments or the performance of RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK procedures other than those specified herein may DO NOT OPEN result in hazardous radiation exposure. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC CAUTION concerning the Power Cord SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING Most appliances recommend they be placed upon...
  • Page 3 Responsible Party : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, LG Electronics USA, Inc.1000 Sylvan Avenue Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause TEL. : +1-800-243-0000 undesired operation.
  • Page 4 Getting Started > Caution Notes on copyrights y Watching a 3D content for a long period y Because AACS (Advanced Access Content time may cause dizziness or tiredness. System) is approved as content protection y It is not recommended to watch a movie system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of in 3D mode for infirm, child and pregnant CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format,...
  • Page 5 Getting Started IMPORTANT SAFETY 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has INSTRUCTIONS been damaged in any way, such as power- supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been 1. Read these instructions. spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or 2.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Operating Home Menu Display – Using [HOME] menu – Using the SmartShare Getting Started Playing the Linked Devices – Playing a disc Safety Information – Playing Blu-ray 3D disc Introduction – Playing a file on disc/USB device –...
  • Page 7 – Private Sound Mode Specifications – Audio CD recording Maintenance Using the Premium – Handling the unit Using the LG Smart World – Notes on discs – Signing in Important Information relating to Network – Searching online content Services Using the My Apps Menu...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started Introduction Playable discs and symbols used in this manual Media/Term Logo Symbol Description y Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. y “Blu-ray 3D” discs and “Blu-ray 3D ONLY” discs. y BD-R/RE discs that are recorded in BDAV format. Blu-ray y BD-R/RE discs that contain Video, Audio or Photo files.

  • Page 9: About The "7" Symbol Display

    [Mastered] in order to make the discs compatible with the LG players when formatting rewritable discs. When setting the option to Live System, you cannot use it on LG player. (Mastered/Live File System : Disc format system for windows Vista)

  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Getting Started Remote Control • • • • • • a • • • • • • • • • • • • d • • • • • 1 (POWER): Switches the player Colored (R, G, Y, B) buttons: Use to navigate BD-ROM menus.

  • Page 11: Front Panel

    Getting Started Front Panel a Disc Tray e N (PLAY / PAUSE) b Display Window f Z (STOP) c Remote Sensor g 1/! (POWER) d B (OPEN / CLOSE) h USB Port Rear Panel a AC power cord c HDMI OUT b LAN port d DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)

  • Page 12: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting to your TV Additional information for HDMI y When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect device make sure of the following: it to this player using a HDMI cable (Type A, High - Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and Speed HDMI™...

  • Page 13: What Is Simplink

    [Settings] menu. Some functions of this unit are controlled by the 1. Press HOME (b). TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TV’s with SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection. 2. Use A/D to select the [Settings] and press ENTER (b).

  • Page 14: Connecting To An Amplifier

    Connecting Note Connecting to an y If your TV does not accept the resolution Amplifier you have set on the player, you can set resolution to 480p as follows: 1. Press B to open the disc tray. Make one of the following connections, depending 2.

  • Page 15: Connecting To An Amplifier Via Hdmi Output

    Connecting Connecting to an amplifier via Connecting to an amplifier via HDMI output digital audio output Connect the player’s HDMI OUT jack to the Connect the player’s COAXIAL OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a corresponding in jack on your amplifier using an HDMI cable.

  • Page 16: Connecting To Your Home Network

    Connecting Connecting to your Home Network Broadband service This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel or the internal wireless module. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, BD-Live interactivity and online Router...
  • Page 17 Connecting 1. Select [Connection Setting] option in the 2. Use W/S/A/D to select the IP mode [Settings] menu then press ENTER (b). between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP address automatically. 2. Read the preparations for the network settings and then press ENTER (b) while [Start] is Note highlighted.

  • Page 18: Wireless Network Connection

    Connecting Wireless network connection Preparation Another connection option is to use an Access Point Before setting the wireless network, you need or a wireless router. The network configuration and connection method may vary depending on the - connect the broadband internet to the equipment in use and the network environment.
  • Page 19 Connecting 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 to select [Wireless] and press ENTER (b). Note y WEP security mode generally have 4 keys available on an access point setting.
  • Page 20 Connecting Notes on network connection subscriber agreement with your ISP, you may not be able to use the internet connection feature y Many network connection problems during contained in this player or you may be limited set up can often be fixed by re-setting the to the number of devices you can connect at router or modem.

  • Page 21: System Setting

    System Setting Initial Setup 5. Use W/S/A/D to select the IP mode between [Dynamic] and [Static]. Normally, select [Dynamic] to allocate an IP When you turn on the unit for the first time, the address automatically. initial setup wizard appears on the screen. Set the display language and network settings on the initial setup wizard.

  • Page 22: Settings

    System Setting Settings [NETWORK] menu The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD-Live and online content services. Adjust the setup settings Connection Setting You can change the settings of the player in the [Settings] menu. If your home network environment is ready to 1.
  • Page 23 System Setting Smart Service Setting Network Play This function allows you to control the playback [Country Setting] of media streamed from DLNA media server by a Select your area for displaying proper online DLNA certified smartphone. Most DLNA certified content service. smartphone has a function to control the playback media on your home network.

  • Page 24: [Display] Menu

    System Setting [DISPLAY] menu Resolution Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. TV Aspect Ratio Refer to page 13 for details about the resolution setting. Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV type. [Auto] [4:3 Letter Box] If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to TVs providing display information (EDID), Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.

  • Page 25: [Language] Menu

    System Setting HDMI Color Setting [LANGUAGE] menu Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. Display Menu For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your display device. Select a language for the [Settings] menu and on- screen display.

  • Page 26: [Audio] Menu

    System Setting [AUDIO] menu Sampling Freq. (Digital Audio Output) Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Audio options according to the type of [48 kHz] audio system you use. Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is Note not capable of handling 192 kHz and 96 kHz signal.

  • Page 27: [Lock] Menu

    System Setting [LOCK] menu DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their The [LOCK] settings affect only Blu-ray Disc and content. (Not all discs are rated.) DVD playback. To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you [Rating 1-8] must enter the 4-digit security code you have Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and created.

  • Page 28: [Others] Menu

    System Setting [OTHERS] menu Initialize [Factory Set] Quick Start You can reset the player to its original factory settings. This player can stay in standby mode with low power consumption, so that the player can [Blu-ray Storage Clear] instantly boot without delay when you turn on this Initializes the BD-Live content from the unit.
  • Page 29 System Setting Closed Caption Adjusting the [Digital Option] When [CC Mode] is selected to [Custom], you can Closed caption (CC) is the process of displaying text adjust detail settings of closed caption. on a screen to provide additional or interpretive information for the hearing impaired.

  • Page 30: Operating

    [LG Smart World] - Displays LG Apps titles provided to the unit. (page 49) [My Apps] - Displays the [My Apps] screen. (page 51) e [Settings] - Adjusts the system settings. [d] - Searches for desired LG Apps and other content. g [c] - Displays login menu.

  • Page 31: Playing The Linked Devices

    Operating Playing the Linked Playing Blu-ray 3D disc Devices This player can play the Blu-ray 3D disc which contains separate views for the left and right eyes. Playing a disc Preparation erot In order to playback Blu-ray 3D title in 1.

  • Page 32: Playing A File On Disc/Usb Device

    Operating Playing a file on disc/USB Notes on USB device device y 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 This player can play video, audio and photo files flash drive / external HDD formatted in FAT32.

  • Page 33: Playing A File On Android Device

    Operating Playing a file on Android Notes on Connecting Android device device y This unit can support only MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) Android device. y Do not extract Android device during operation (play, etc.). This player can play video, audio and photo files contained in Android device.

  • Page 34: Playing A File On A Network Server

    Operating Note Playing a file on a network y The file requirements are described on page server y The thumbnail of the unplayable files can be displayed, but those cannot be played This player can play video, audio and photo files on this player.

  • Page 35: Using Home Network Server For Pc

    This manual explains operations with the Software (DLNA) English version of SmartShare PC Software (DLNA) as examples. Follow the explanation 1. Start up your computer, visit http://www.lg.com. referring to the actual operations of your If necessary, select your region. language version.

  • Page 36: Sharing Files And Folders

    Operating Sharing files and folders System requirements On your computer, you must share the folder Minimum System containing video, audio and/or photo content to play them on this player. y CPU : Intel® 2.0 GHz or AMD Sempron™ 2000+ processors This part explains the procedure for selecting the shared folders on your computer.

  • Page 37: General Playback

    Operating General Playback Basic operations for photo content To play a slide show Basic operations for video and audio content Press d (PLAY) to start slide show. To stop a slide show To stop playback Press Z (STOP) while slide show. Press Z (STOP) during playback.

  • Page 38: Resume Playback

    Operating Resume playback Last scene memory eroyt This unit memorizes the last scene from the last disc that is viewed. The last scene remains in memory The unit records the point where you pressed the even if you remove the disc from the unit or switch Z (STOP) depending on the disc.

  • Page 39: On-Screen Display

    Operating On-Screen Display Displaying content information on- screen eroy You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). 2. Select an [Option] using A/D, and press To control video playback ENTER (b). eroy You can control playback and set options while watching videos.

  • Page 40: To Control Photo View

    Operating Note Setting the slide show option y If no button is pressed for a few seconds, You can use various options during viewing a the on-screen display disappears. photo in full screen. y A title number cannot be selected on some 1.

  • Page 41: Advanced Playback

    Operating Advanced Playback Repeating a specific portion eroty This player can repeat a portion you have selected. Repeat playback 1. During playback, press REPEAT (h). erotu 2. Select [A-B] and press ENTER (b). 3. Press ENTER (b) at the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat.

  • Page 42: Selecting A Subtitle Language

    Operating Selecting a subtitle language Watching from a different angle eroy 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). 2. Select an [Option] using A/D, and press If the disc contains scenes recorded at different ENTER (b). camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback.

  • Page 43: Changing Subtitle Code Page

    Operating Changing subtitle Code Page Changing the Picture Mode eroy If the subtitle is displayed in broken letter, you can You can change the [Picture mode] option during change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle playback. file properly. 1.

  • Page 44: Viewing Content Information

    Operating Viewing content information Selecting a subtitle file The player can display the content information. If the subtitle file name is different from the video file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the 1. Select a file using W/S/A/D. [Movie] menu before playing the movie.

  • Page 45: Listening To Music During Slide Show

    Operating Listening to music during slide Playing file encoded in 3D show This function allows you to play 3D content in case of file encoded in 3D. You can display photo files while listening to audio 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m). files.

  • Page 46: Advanced Features

    Operating Advanced Features To select a server from the device list, files or folders must be shared by DLNA server from the connected Wi-Fi Direct™ device. 6. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using W/S/ Wi-Fi Direct™ A/D, and press ENTER (b). Connecting to a Wi-Fi Direct™...

  • Page 47: Enjoying Bd-Live

    Visit “Apple iTunes” or “Google Android Market (Google Play Store)” for detailed information of “LG AV Remote”. Private Sound Mode By downloading “LG AV Remote” application on...

  • Page 48: Audio Cd Recording

    The playback starts automatically. criminal offense. This equipment should not be 3. Press red (R) colored button to start [CD used for such purposes. LG expressly disclaims Recording]. any responsibility for illegal distribution or During...

  • Page 49: Using The Premium

    3. Select the [Premium] using A/D, and press 1. Check the network connection and settings ENTER (b). (page 16). 2. Press HOME (b). 3. Select the [LG Smart World], and press ENTER (b). 4. Select an online service using W/S/A/D, and press ENTER (b). Note 4.

  • Page 50: Signing In

    Operating Signing in Searching online content To use the [LG Smart World] feature, you need to If you are having difficulties finding specific content sign in with your account. from online services, you can use the all-in-one search function by entering keywords in the search 1.

  • Page 51: Using The My Apps Menu

    2. Use W/S to select [Delete], and press ENTER(b). 3. Use A/D to select [Yes], and press ENTER (b) to confirm. Note Depending on the region, the [LG Smart World], [My Apps], [d] and [c] may not be available.

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution The Power does not turned on. y Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The unit does not start y Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, color system, and regional playback.

  • Page 53: Network

    Troubleshooting Network Symptom Cause & Solution BD-Live feature does not work. y The connected USB storage may not have enough space. Connect the USB storage with at least 1GB free space. y Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (page 16).

  • Page 54: Picture

    You can update the Player using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features. To obtain the latest software for this player (if updates have been made), please visit http://www.lg.com or contact LG Electronics customer care center. Open source software notice To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL and other open source licenses, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.

  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix Controlling a TV with Setting up the remote to control your TV the Supplied Remote You can operate your TV with the supplied remote Control control. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code. You can control your TV using the buttons below.

  • Page 56: Network Software Update

    Appendix Network Software Software update Update You can update the player using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features. You can update the software by connecting the unit directly to the software update Network update notification server.
  • Page 57 The Software Update function may not work properly depending on your internet environment. In this case, you can obtain the latest software from the authorized LG Electronics Service Center then update your player. Refer to “Customer Support” on page 54.

  • Page 58: Additional Information

    Appendix Additional Information File requirement Video files File File Audio Codec Format Subtitle Location Extension Format “.avi”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, XVID, MPEG1 SS, Dolby SubRip (.srt / .txt), SAMI (.smi), “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.asf”, H.264/MPEG-4 Digital, SubStation Alpha (.ssa/.txt), “.wmv”, “.m4v” (DRM AVC, MPEG2 PS, DTS, MP3, MicroDVD (.sub/.txt), VobSub (.sub),...

  • Page 59: Avchd (Advanced Video Codec High Definition)

    Appendix Note Note y The file name is limited to 180 characters. y A “avi” file which is encoded “WMV 9 codec” is not supported. y Maximum files/Folder: Less than 2000 (total number of files and folders) y This player supports UTF-8 files even it contains Unicode subtitle content.

  • Page 60: About Dlna

    Appendix About DLNA Compatibility notes This Player is a DLNA Certified digital media player y Because BD-ROM is a new format, certain disc, that can display and play video, photo and audio digital connection and other compatibility issues content from your DLNA-compatible digital media are possible.

  • Page 61: Audio Output Specifications

    Appendix Audio Output Specifications Jack/Setting COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) Source Auto DTS Re-encode Dolby Digital PCM 2ch Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus PCM 2ch Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD PCM 2ch DTS 2ch Dolby Digital PCM 2ch DTS-HD PCM 2ch Linear PCM 2ch PCM 2ch DTS 2ch PCM 2ch...
  • Page 62 Appendix y The audio is outputted up to PCM 48 kHz/16 bit for MP3/WMA file and PCM 44.1kHz/16 bit for Audio CD during playback. y 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 [Settings] menu (page 26).

  • Page 63: Area Code List

    Appendix Area Code List Choose an area code from this list. Area Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Afghanistan Fiji Monaco Singapore Argentina Finland Mongolia Slovak Republic Australia France Morocco Slovenia Austria Germany Nepal South Africa Great Britain Netherlands South Korea Belgium Antilles...

  • Page 64: Language Code 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]. Language Code Language Code Language Code Language Code French 7082 Lithuanian 7684 Sindhi 8368 Afar 6565 Macedonian 7775 Singhalese...

  • Page 65: Trademarks And Licenses

    Appendix Trademarks and Licenses For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTS Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, Blu-ray 3D™, BD-Live™, 2.0+Digital Out is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, BONUSVIEW™...
  • Page 66 Appendix Cinavia Notice This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of unauthorized copies of some commercially- produced 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.

  • Page 67: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications General Power requirements Refer to main label on the rear panel. Power consumption 12 W Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 360 mm x 41.5 mm x 200 mm (14.1” x 1.6” x 7.9”) Net Weight (Approx.) 1.4 kg (3.0 lbs) Operating temperature 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F - 95 °F)

  • Page 68: Maintenance

    Appendix Maintenance Notes on discs Handling discs Handling the unit Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the When shipping the unit disc.

  • Page 69: Important Information Relating To Network Services

    Appendix 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...

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