/DVD Player ™ with built-in HDD & HD Tuner Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. FOR THE GUARANTEE TERMS & CONDITIONS, PLEASE REFER TO INNER PAGE OF BACK COVER. HR925M/HR929M www.lg.com...
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Getting Started Safety Information 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. This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous...
Your city offi ce, waste disposal service or the shop where You purchased the product. For Wireless product European Union Notice LG Electronics hereby declares that this/ these product(s) is/are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC, 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC and 2009/125/EC.
Getting Started POWER: This unit operates on a mains supply of 200-240V~, 50/60Hz. WIRING: This unit is supplied with a BS 1363 approved main plug. When replacing the fuse, always use of the same rating approved to BS 1362. Never use this plug with the fuse cover omitted.
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y Under the U.S. Copyright laws and Copyright laws of other countries, unauthorized recording, use, display, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, BD-ROM discs, DVDs, CDs and other materials may subject you to civil and/or criminal liability. Important Notice for TV colour system The colour system of this player differs according to currently playing discs.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started Safety Information Introduction – Playable discs and symbols used in this manual – About the “7” symbol display – Compatibility notes – File compatibility – Regional Code – AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) –...
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– Viewing information from Gracenote Media Database – Using the Music Library – Using the Photo Library Using the Premium Table of Contents Using the LG Apps – Signing in – Managing my Apps – Searching online content Troubleshooting Troubleshooting –...
Getting Started Introduction Playable discs and symbols used in this manual Media/Term Logo Blu-ray DVD-ROM DVD-R DVD-RW DVD+R DVD+RW (12 cm) DVD-RW (VR) (12 cm) Audio CD (12 cm) CD-R/RW (12 cm) – Note – Caution – Symbol y Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented.
You have to set the disc format option to [Mastered] in order to make the discs compatible with the LG players when formatting rewritable discs. If you set the option to “Live System”, the disc cannot be played on LG player.
Getting Started File compatibility Overall Available File extensions: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”, “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.mp3”, “.wav” “.wma”, “.ts” y There could be a variance on the available file extensions depending on DLNA server. y The file name is limited to 180 characters. y Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the contents on the media.
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 labelled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”. AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) y This player can playback AVCHD format discs.
• • • • • • d • • • • • Coloured (R, G, Y, B) buttons: Use to navigate BD-ROM menus. They are also used for [MOVIE], [PHOTO], [MUSIC], [Premium], [LG Apps] and [DTV] menu. TV Control Buttons: See page...
Main Unit a Disc Slot b Display window c Remote Sensor d B (Open/Close) e T (Play/Pause) a ANTENNA IN b USB Port If you want to record on external HDD, connect external HDD to unit. c LAN port d HDMI OUT (1080p) e VIDEO OUT f 2CH AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) Getting Started...
Connecting Connections to Your Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. y Antenna connection (page 14) y HDMI connection (page 15) y Component Video connection (page 16) y Composite connection (page 16) Note y Depending on your TV and other equipment you wish to connect, there are various ways you could connect the unit.
HDMI Connection If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this unit using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Speed HDMI™ Cable). Connect the HDMI jack on the unit to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.
Connecting Component Video Connection Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the unit to the corresponding input jacks on the TV using Y P cables. Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the unit to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables.
Resolution Setting The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Use A/D to select the [Setup] and press ENTER (b). The [Setup] menu appears. 3.
Connecting Connecting to an Amplifier Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. y HDMI Audio connection (page 18) y Digital Audio connection (page 19) y 2CH Analogue Audio connection (page 19) Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications”...
Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output Connect the player’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack to the corresponding in jack (OPTICAL) on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (optical) audio cable. You will need to activate the unit’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu”...
Connecting Connecting to your Home Network This unit 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 streaming services.
Wired Network Setup If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this player will automatically be allocated an IP address. After making the physical connection, a small number of home networks may require the player’s network setting to be adjusted.
Connecting Wireless network connection Another connection option is to use an Access Point or a wireless router. The network configuration and connection method may vary depending on the equipment in use and the network environment. Wireless Communication Access Point or Wireless Router Broadband service...
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4. The player scans all available access points or wireless routers within range and displays them as a list. Use W/S to select an access point or wireless router on the list, and then press ENTER (b). If you have security on your access point or wireless router, verify that the WEP or WPA key that was entered into the player matches the router’s information exactly.
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Connecting Notes on Network Connection: y 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.
USB device connection This unit can play movie, music and photo files contained on a USB device. Playback content in the USB device 1. Insert a USB device into the USB port until it fits into place. Front of the unit Rear of this unit External HDD 2.
System Setting Auto Set UP You can reset the recorder to all its factory settings. Some options cannot be reset (Rating and Password). The [Auto Setup] menu appears on the screen after the factory settings. Step 1. Language Setting 1. Use W/S/A/D to select a language for the on-screen display, and press ENTER (b).
[Music] - Plays audio contents. [Premium] - Displays the Premium Home screen. [LG Apps] - Displays the [LG Apps] screen. [Setup] - Adjusts the system settings. [Search] - Searches an online content by inputting a keyword on the search menu.
System Setting Settings for Digital TV To use DTV functions, this recorder needs some settings in advance. Scanning programmes automatically (Auto Tuning) All available digital TV or radio programmes are searched for and stored automatically based on the selected country. 1.
Editing Programme List (Channel Edit) You can remove any digital TV or radio programs stored on this recorder using the [Channel Edit] menu. 1. Display [Setup] menu. 2. Use W/S to select [DTV], and press ENTER (b). 3. Use W/S/A/D to select [Channel Edit] and press ENTER (b).
System Setting Adjusting DTV Rating Viewing of some digital TV programmes can be limited according to the age limit you set. 1. Display [Setup] menu. 2. Use W/S to select [LOCK] and press ENTER (b). 3. Use W/S to select [DTV Rating] and press ENTER (b).
[DTV] Menu Auto Tuning This option scans a programme and sets the available programmes. Refer to page 28 for more information. Manual Tuning Scans digital TV or radio programmes and adds the found programmes to the programme list. Refer to page 28 for more information Channel Edit This option allows you to edit the TV or Radio...
System Setting [DISPLAY] Menu TV Aspect Ratio 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] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
HDMI Color Setting Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your display device. [YCbCr] Select when connecting to a HDMI display device. [RGB] Select when connecting to a DVI display device.
System Setting [AUDIO] 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. Note Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” on pages 88-89 for details.
DTS Neo:6 If the player is connected to the multi-channel Audio Receiver by HDMI connection, set this option to enjoy the multi-channel surround sound with the 2-channel audio source. [Off] Outputs the stereo sound via front speakers. [Music] Outputs the multi-channel sounds that are optimized for listening to music.
System Setting DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD 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.
Internet access is prohibited for all BD-LIVE contents. Premium/LG Apps [Country Setting] Select your area for displaying proper services and contents on the [Premium] and [LG Apps] feature. [ID Management] Displays the [ID Management] menu. You can manage IDs that ever logged-in on this unit.
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System Setting DivX® VOD ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LCC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.
System Setting Disclaimer Notice Press ENTER (b) to view the notice of Network Service Disclaimer. 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 itself off after the Screen Saver is displayed for 25 minutes.
Operating Using the Digital TV functions You can watch and record the digital TV programmes or playback the recorded TV programmes you want to watch using this unit. Viewing the Digital TV Viewing the Digital TV broadcasting on the TV screen.
Viewing the programme information You can view a description of the programme being broadcast. 1. While watching DTV, press TITLE/POPUP to display the programme information. 2. Press TITLE/POPUP or (BACK or EXIT) again to close the programme information. Note This function informs you of related broadcasting information on current channel.
Operating To change date When the Program Guide with 8 days is displayed, you can also change the date of the Program Guide by pressing the green colour button then use A/ D to select a date then press ENTER (b). After setting favorite channels from the CH list, you can use the yellow button to toggle between [All] and [Favorite] channel list.
Using the timeshift function manually You can pause a Live TV broadcast, then continue watching the programme at a later time. This is useful when you receive an unexpected call or visitor while watching TV. The following are operating steps when the [Timeshift] option is set to [Manual].
Operating Recording TV programmes You can record Digital TV programmes and store them on the HDD. Normal Recording 1. Use CH (W/S) to select a programme you want to record. 2. Press X REC to start recording. Press M to pause recording, press M again to resume recording.
Timer Recording (Manual) You can set the timer for a total of 32 programmes, up to 22-28 days in advance. 1. While watching TV, press TIMER REC. 2. Use W/S/A/D to select the date to record, and press ENTER (b). 3.
Operating Canceling a timer recording You can cancel a timer recording before the timer recording actually starts. 1. While watching TV, press TIMER REC. 2. Press the red (R) coloured (R) button. 3. Use A/DW/S to select a schedule you want to cancel.
General Playback Playing Discs 1. Insert a disc in the disc slot. For most Audio CD, BD-ROM and DVD-ROM discs, playback starts automatically. 2. Press HOME (n). 3. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b). 4. Select the [Disc] using W/S, and press ENTER (b).
Operating Using the disc menu AVCHD To display the disc menu The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which contains a menu. If you want to display the disc menu during playback, press DISC MENU. Use W/S/A/D buttons to navigate through menu items.
[Clear] – Clear all entered characters. [Space] – Inserts a space at the cursor position. [<–] – Deletes the previous character at the cursor position. [ABC / #$%& / abc] – Change the keyboard menu settings to capital letters, small letters or symbols.
Operating Searching content in the hard disk drive by entering file name If you are having difficulties finding content in the hard disk drive, you can search for the content by entering keyword with the virtual keyboard 1. On the [Movie], [Photo], [Music] or Home menu, press yellow (Y) coloured button to display the virtual keyboard.
3. Refer to the owner’s manual of your 3D-ready TV for the further instruction. You may need to adjust the display settings and focus on your TV’s setting for the improved 3D effect. > Caution y Watching a 3D content for a long period time may cause dizziness or tiredness.
Operating Repeating a specific portion AVCHD This player can repeat a portion you have selected. 1. During playback, press REPEAT to select [A-] at the beginning of the portion you wish to repeat. 2. Press ENTER (b) at the end of the portion. Your selected portion will be repeated continually.
Viewing content information MOVIE MOVIE-N The player can display the content information. 1. Select a file using W/S/A/D. 2. Press INFO/MENU (m) to display the option menu. 3. Select the [Information] option using W/S, and press ENTER (b). The file information appears on the screen During movie playback, you can display the file information by pressing TITLE/POPUP.
If the information from the Gracenote Media Database is either not correct or does not exist, please contact www.gracenote.com for support. y LG is a licensee of Gracenote technology and is not responsible or reliable for information from the Gracenote Media Database.
Playing from selected time AVCHD MOVIE MOVIE-N 1. Press INFO/MENU (m) during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing time. 2. Select the [Time] option and then input the required start time in hours, minutes, and seconds from left to right. For example, to find a scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 seconds, enter “21020”.
Operating Watching from a different angle If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to display the On-Screen display. 2. Use W/S to select the [Angle] option. 3.
Copying Copying file(s)/folder(s) to the internal hard disk drive You can copy music, photo, video file(s)/folder(s) from disc/USB storage device to the internal hard disk drive. 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Select [Movie], [Photo] or [Music] using A/D, and press ENTER (b). 3.
Operating 11. Use W/S/A/D to select [OK], and press ENTER (b) to start copying. Note Copying speed may vary depending on the file size and number of file. Copying file(s)/folder(s) from the internal hard disk drive to a USB storage device You can copy music, photo, video file(s)/folder(s) from the internal hard disk drive to a USB storage device.
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8. Use W/S to select a file or a folder you wish to copy on the menu, and press ENTER (b). Repeat this step to select files and folders as many as you can. Select all the files and folders on the current directory.
Operating Deleting a file(s)/folder(s) You can delete file(s)/folder(s) from the internal hard disk drive. 1. Use W/S/A/D to select a directory that files or a folders you want to delete are located. 2. Press INFO/MENU (m) to display the option menu.
Enjoying BD-LIVE This unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and Virtual packages, etc., with BD-Video supporting BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1 version 1.1/ Final Standard Profile). Secondary video and audio can be played from a disc compatible with the picture-in-picture function.
Operating Note y The file requirements are described on page y The thumbnail of the unplayable files can be displayed, but those cannot be played on this unit. y The subtitle file name and movie file name have to be the same and located at the same folder.
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6. Select a server that shared from the connected Wi-Fi Direct™ device using W/S, and press ENTER (b) to navigate the server. To select a server from the device list, files or folders must be shared by DLNA server from the connected Wi-Fi Direct™...
Operating 8. Select a server that shared from the connected Wi-Fi device using W/S, and press ENTER (b) to navigate the server. To select a server from the device list, files or folders must be shared by DLNA server from the connected device.
Note y The file requirements are described on page y You can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 47-56. y Unfinalized DVD VR format discs may not be played in this player. y Some DVD-VR discs are made with CPRM data by DVD RECORDER.
Operating Viewing a photo You can view photo files using this player. 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Select [Photo] using A/D, and press ENTER (b). 3. Select [Disc], [USB] or [HDD] option using W/ S, and press ENTER (b). This step is needed only when a disc or a USB device is connected on this unit.
Options while viewing a photo You can use various options while 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. a Current photo/Total number of photos –...
Operating 8. Use W/S to select a file or a folder you wish to play. Select a folder and press ENTER (b) to display the lower directory. Select g and press ENTER (b) to display the upper directory. Note When selecting music file from a server, folder selection is not available.
Audio CD Recording You can record one desired track or all of the tracks in Audio CD to the internal hard disk drive or a USB storage device. 1. Insert a disc in the disc slot. The playback starts automatically. 2.
Gracenote Media Database. y This function is not available for NetCast on- line content and content in DLNA servers. y LG is a licensee of Gracenote technology and is not responsible or reliable for information from the Gracenote Media Database.
Using the Music Library The player offers Music Library menu for the music contents stored in the internal hard disk drive. The player accesses the Gracenote Media Database and loads the music information for all of the music contents in the internal hard disk drive. You can also manage the music contents by various categories from the Music Library menu.
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Operating Adding an audio file to your playlist 1. Use W/S/A/D to select a directory that files you want to add to the playlist are located. 2. Press INFO/MENU (m) to display the option menu. 3. Use W/S to select [Add to playlist] option, and press ENTER (b) to display the [Add to playlist] menu.
When you are first time to access [Premium] or [LG Apps] feature, current country setting appears. If you want to change the country setting, select [Edit] and press ENTER (b). Operating...
To install a paid application, you need to be a paid member. Visit www.lgappstv.com for more information. Signing in To use the [LG Apps] feature, you need to sign in with your account. 1. On the [LG Apps] or [My Apps] screen, press red (R) colored button.
Searching online content If you are having difficulties finding specific content from online services, you can use the all-in-one search function by entering keywords in the [Search] menu. 1. Press HOME (n). 2. Select the [Search] on the launcher bar using W/S/A/D, and press ENTER (b).
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptoms The Power does not turn on. The unit does not start playback. The angle cannot be changed. Cannot play movie, photo or audio files. The remote control does not work properly. Picture Symptom There is no picture. Picture noise appears Cause &...
Sound Symptom There is no sound or the sound is distorted. Network Symptom BD-LIVE feature does not work. Streaming video services (such as YouTube™, etc.) are often stop or “buffer” during playback. Media servers are not displayed on the device list. Cannot connect the player to the access point or wireless LAN router.
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://lgservice. com or contact LG Electronics customer care centre. Open source software notice To obtain the corresponding source code under GPL, LGPL and other open source licenses, please visit http://opensource.lge.com.
Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control You can control your TV using the buttons below. By pressing You can Turn the TV on or off. 1 (TV POWER) Switch the TV’s input source between the TV and other AV/INPUT input sources.
Appendix Area Code List Choose an area code from this list. Area Code Area Afghanistan Argentina Australia Austria Belgium Bhutan Bolivia Brazil Cambodia Canada Chile China Colombia Congo Costa Rica Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Ethiopia Code Area Fiji Monaco Finland...
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 Afar 6565 French Afrikaans 6570 Frisian Albanian 8381 Galician Ameharic 6577 Georgian Arabic 6582 German Armenian 7289...
Appendix Trademarks and Licenses Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, Blu-ray 3D™, BD-Live™, BONUSVIEW™ and the logos are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. Java is a trademark of Oracle and/or its affiliates. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered...
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.
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 Centre then update your player. Refer to “Customer Support” on page 78.
Appendix MediaHome 4 Essentials Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials is a software for sharing video, audio and photo files stored on your computer to this player as a DLNA-compatiable digital media server. Note y The Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials CD- ROM is designed for PCs and should not be inserted in this player or in any product other than a PC.
9. If you want to take part in the anonymous collection of data, select the check box and click the [Next] button. 10. Click the [Exit] button to complete the installation. MAC OS X 1. Start up your computer, and insert the supplied CD-ROM disc into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
However, sometimes there will be no warning signs of HDD failure. y If the HDD fails, playback of content will not be possible. In this case, contact the LG service center by following methods. Web: http://lgservice.com y The manufacturer disclaims responsibility for loss of data contained in internal HDD.
Appendix Video Output Resolution When the non-copy protected media is playing back Video Out Resolution 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p/24 Hz 1080p / 50 Hz When the copy protected media is playing back Video Out Resolution 576i 576p 720p 1080i 1080p/24 Hz 1080p / 50 Hz y This unit supports simultaneous output of all...
Specifications General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions (W x H x D) Net Weight (Approx.) Operating temperature Operating humidity Television system: TV Recording Recording format Recordable media Audio recording format Connectors VIDEO OUT: COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI OUT (video/audio) ANALOGUE AUDIO OUT DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) ANTENNA IN USB Port...
Appendix Maintenance Notes on Discs Handling Discs 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 disc. Storing Discs After playing, store the disc in its case.
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...
2. The dealer (or his service agent) who sold the product will be reimbursed for any labour provided in the repair of this LG equipment, for a period of 12 months from the original date of purchase. These claims must be made in accordance with the published scale of service charges and relevant claims procedure.