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Blu-ray Disc TM Player Full HD 1080p Picture Quality BD270 P/NO : MFL62745201 As an E NERGY S TA R ® Partner , LG has determined that this product or product models meet the E NERGY S TA R ® guidelines for energy efficiency . E NERGY S TA R ® is a U.S. registered mark. ENGLISH For Service/ Support, call: T oll Free Number 1-800-243-0000 (http://[...]
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2 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE P ARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSON- NEL. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure th[...]
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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. The operation of this product and restrictions on this p[...]
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4 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water . 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer ’ s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat [...]
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-9 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1 Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]
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6 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. About the Symbol Display “ “ may appear on your TV display d[...]
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7 Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc - Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented - BD-R/RE discs that contain audio titles, Music 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) -V ideo mode and finalized only - Supports the dual layer disc also -A VCHD format - DVD-R [...]
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8 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 s[...]
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9 Regional Code 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”. A VCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) • This player can playback A VCHD format discs. These discs are normally recorded and used in camcorders. • The A VCHD format [...]
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10 Remote control a POWER ( 1 ): Switches the player ON or OFF . 0-9 numerical buttons: Select numbered options in a menu. RESOLUTION: Sets the output resolution for HDMI jacks. OPEN/CLOSE ( Z ): Opens and closes the disc tray . TV Control Buttons: See p[...]
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11 a Disc T ray Insert a disc here. b Z (OPEN/CLOSE) Opens or closes the disc tray . c 1 1 (POWER) Switches the unit ON or OFF . d Display Window Shows the current status of the player . e Remote Sensor Point the remote control here. f N / X (PLA Y / P AUSE) Starts playback. Pause playback temporarily , press again to exit pause mode. g x (STOP) St[...]
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12 a AC Power Cord Connect to a power source. b HDMI OUT (1080p) Connect to TV with HDMI inputs. (Interface for digital audio and video) c VIDEO OUT Connect to a TV with video inputs. d 2CH AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) Connect to a TV with 2 channel audio inputs. e DIGIT AL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) Connect to digital (coaxial) audio equipment 1080p DIGITAL AU[...]
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13 Connections to Y our TV Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. 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 con- nections described below . • Please refer to the manuals of your TV , Ste[...]
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14 V ideo/Audio (Left/Right) Connection Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the player to the video in jack on the TV using a video cable (V) . Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the player to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables (A) . Connecting to an Amplifier Make one of the following connections, depending on [...]
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15 Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output Connect the player ’ s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier . Use a HDMI cable (H1) . Y ou will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on pages 21-22.) Digital Multi-channel sound A digital multi-channel connection provides the best sound qualit[...]
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Notes: *1 The secondary and interactive audio may not be included in the output bitstream if [SPDIF] or [HDMI] option is set to [Primary Pass-Thru]. (Except LPCM Codec : the output always include interactive and secondary audio.) *2 This player automatically selects the HDMI audio according to the decoding capability of the connected HDMI device ev[...]
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17 Note: Since several factors affect the resolution of video output, see “A vailable resolution according to the resolution setting” on next page. How to change the resolution using RESOLUTION button Press RESOLUTION repeatedly in stop mode to change the resolution. The display window will show you the current resolution. How to change the res[...]
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18 Tip: 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 a media will appear . Select a media then press ENTER. Insert/Remove a USB Flash Drive Inserting a USB Flash Drive – Insert straight-in until it fits into place. Removing a USB Flash Drive – Wi[...]
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19 [Movie] – Start video media’s playback or displays the [MOVIE] menu. [Photo] – Displays [PHOTO] menu. (page 29-30) [Music] – Displays [MUSIC]menu. (page 28) [Setup] – Displays the [Setup] menu. (page 19-23) Tip: If you select the [Photo] or [Music] option when a USB Flash Drive is con- nected and a disc is inserted simultaneously , the[...]
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20 [DISPLA Y] Menu TV 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] – Sele[...]
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21 [LANGUAGE] Menu Display Menu Select 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 was recorded. [Other] – Press ENTER to select another [...]
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22 Notes: •W hen [HDMI] option is set to [PCM Multi-Ch], the audio may output as PCM Stereo if the PCM Multi-Ch information is not detected from HDMI device with EDID. • If the [HDMI] or [SPDIF] option is set to [DTS re-encode], the DTS Re- encode audio is outputted for BD-ROM discs with secondary audio and the original audio is outputted for t[...]
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23 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 b[...]
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24 Notes: • When you turn on the player or replace a disc, the player returns to the initial default setting. Depending on the disc, a specific type of audio that the 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 other media. If a disc menu s[...]
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25 Playing repeatedly During playback, press REPEA T repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. The current title, chapter or track will be played back repeatedly . T o return to normal playback, press REPEA T 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 s[...]
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26 Hearing a different audio During playback, press AUDIO repeatedly to hear a different audio language, audio track or audio channel. OR During playback, press DISPLA Y to display the playback menu. Use v V to select the [Audio] option then use bB to select desired audio language, audio track or audio channel. Notes: • Some discs allow you to ch[...]
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27 a T itle/Track – Current title/track number/total number of titles/tracks. b Chapter – Current chapter number/total number of chapters. c T ime – Elapsed playing time. d Audio – Selected audio language or channel. e Subtitle – Selected subtitle. f Angle – Selected angle/total number of angles. Notes: • If no button is pressed for a[...]
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28 Example) MP3 files Notes: • When the USB Flash Drive is connected and a disc is inserted simultaneously , the menu for selecting a media will appear . Select a media then press ENTER. •Y ou can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 24-26. Tips: •T o go directly to any track or file and play , enter the track/file number using the [...]
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29 Notes: • When the USB Flash Drive is connected and a disc is inserted simultaneously , the menu for selecting a media will appear . Select a media then press ENTER. •Y ou can start the slide show by pressing PLA Y ( N ) while photo file is selected in the [PHOTO] menu. • On the [PHOTO] menu, use red or blue button to move to the first or t[...]
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30 Door : Photo will be appear like door opening. Lattice : Photo will be appear from tiled pieces to full screen image [Delay] – Y ou can set the photo delaying time while Slide Show h Press ENTER to exit the option menu. To access the menu again, press ENTER. Tips: • For the files that are contained in a disc or USB Flash Drive, you can enter[...]
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31 Reference Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control Y ou can control the volume, input source, and power state of your TV with the supplied Remote Control. Y ou can control your TV using the buttons below . By pressing Y ou can TV POWER Turn the TV on or of f. A V/INPUT Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other input source[...]
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32 Language Codes Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu]. Area Codes Choose an area code from this list. Language Code Afar 6565 Afrikaans 6570 Albanian 8381 Ameharic 6577 Arabic 6582 Armenian 7289 Assamese 6583 A ymara 6588 Azerbaijani 6590 Bashkir 6665 Basque [...]
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33 T roubleshooting Possible Cause • The power cord is disconnected. • No disc is inserted. • The TV is not set to receive video 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 not set to receive disc signal output. •[...]
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34 Specifications General Power requirements: AC 120 ~, 60 Hz Power consumption: 23 W Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 16.9 x 1.4 x 7.9 inches (430 x 35 x 200 mm) without foot Net Weight (Approx.): 6 lbs (2.7 kg) Operating temperature: 41 °F to 95 °F (5 °C to 35 °C) Operating humidity: 5 % to 90 % Outputs VIDEO OUT : 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω , sync n[...]
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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 EXECUT ABLES: Linux kernel 2.6, bash, busybox, dhcpcd, mtd-utils, net-tools, procps, sysutils, tinylogin LGPL LIBRARIES: uClibc, DirectFB, iconv , cairo, gnutls, libcrypt, libgpg- err , libusb g[...]
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This 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 (“W arranty Period”) listed below, ef fective from the date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the [...]