LG SP520N Owner's Manual
LG SP520N Owner's Manual

LG SP520N Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
Smart TV Upgrader
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
SP520/SP520N
P/NO : SAC35454707

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Smart TV Upgrader Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. SP520/SP520N P/NO : SAC35454707...
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Getting Started Safety information CAUTION concerning the Power Cord To disconnect power from the mains, pull out the mains cord plug. When installing the product, CAUTION ensure that the plug is easily accessible. CAUTION: The apparatus shall not be exposed to RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN water (dripping or splashing) and no objects filled...
  • Page 3 Getting Started Disposal of your old appliance For Wireless product European Union Notice 1. When this crossed-out wheeled bin LG Electronics hereby symbol is attached to a product it declares that this/ means the product is covered by the these product(s) is/are European Directive 2002/96/EC.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents System Setting Settings – Adjust the setup settings – [DISPLAY] menu – [LANGUAGE] menu Getting Started – [AUDIO] menu Safety information – [NETWORK] menu Introduction – [OTHERS] menu – About the “7” symbol display –...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Troubleshooting Troubleshooting – General – Picture – Resetting – Network – Customer support – Open source software notice Appendix Network software update – Network update notification – Software update About Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials – System requirements –...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Getting Started Introduction About the “7” symbol display “7” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific media. File requirement Movie files File File Codec Format Audio Format Subtitle...
  • Page 7 Getting Started Note y The file name is limited to 180 characters. y Maximum files/Folder: Less than 2000 (total number of files and folders) y Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the content on the media.
  • Page 8: About Dlna

    Getting Started About DLNA Compatibility notes This Unit is a DLNA Certified digital media unit y If you experience compatibility problems, please that can display and play movie, photo and music contact an authorized Customer Service Center. content from your DLNA-compatible digital media y Dolby Digital Plus are supported with maximum server (PC and Consumer Electronics).
  • Page 9: Main Unit

    Getting Started Main unit a LAN port e Power indicator b HDMI OUT (1080p) f Remote sensor c OPTICAL AUDIO OUT g USB port d DC IN 12V (AC adapter input) h RESET * RESET button is located at the bottom of the unit.
  • Page 10: Connecting

    Connecting Connecting the AC HDMI connecting to adapter your TV Connect the unit to the power supply with the If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect supplied AC adapter. it to this unit using a HDMI cable (Type A, High Connect the power cord to the adapter, and then Speed HDMI™...
  • Page 11: Resolution Setting

    Connecting Resolution setting Additional Information for HDMI y When you connect a HDMI or DVI compatible The unit provides several output resolutions for device make sure of the following: HDMI OUT. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. - Try switching off the HDMI/DVI device and this unit.
  • Page 12: Connecting To An Amplifier

    Connecting Connecting to an Connecting to an amplifier via HDMI Output amplifier Connect the unit’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a Make one of the following connections, depending HDMI cable. on the capabilities of your existing equipment. y HDMI Audio connection (page 12) y Digital Audio connection (page 13) Since many factors affect the type of audio output,...
  • Page 13: Connecting To An Amplifier Via Digital Audio Output

    Connecting Connecting to an amplifier via Digital Audio Output Connect the unit’s OPTICAL AUDIO OUT jack to the corresponding in jack (OPTICAL) on your amplifier using an optional digital audio cable. Rear of the unit Optical cable OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT Receiver/Amplifier You will need to activate the unit’s digital output.
  • Page 14: Connecting To Your Home Network

    Connecting Connecting to your Router home network Broadband service 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 and online content services.
  • Page 15: Wired Network Setup

    Connecting Note Wired network setup If there is no DHCP server on the network and If there is a DHCP server on the local area you want to set the IP address manually, select network (LAN) via wired connection, this unit will [Static] then set [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], automatically be allocated an IP address.
  • Page 16: Wireless Network Connection

    Connecting Wireless network connection Wireless network setup Another connection option is to use an Access Point For the wireless network connection, the unit needs or a wireless router. The network configuration and to be set up for network communication. This connection method may vary depending on the adjustment can be done from the [Setup] menu.
  • Page 17 Connecting [Manual] – Your access point may not be 2. The [Connection Setting] menu appear on the screen. Use W/S to select [Wireless] and press broadcasting its access point name (SSID). ENTER (b). Check your router settings through your computer and either set your router to 3.
  • Page 18 Connecting Notes on Network Connection: y The use of a “Router” may not be allowed or its usage may be limited depending on the policies y Many network connection problems during set and restrictions of your ISP. For details, contact up can often be fixed by re-setting the router or your ISP directly.
  • Page 19: Usb Device Connection

    Connecting Note USB device connection y This unit supports USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS This unit can play video, audio and photo files when accessing files (audio, photo, video). contained in the USB device. y This unit can support up to 8 partitions of the USB device.
  • Page 20: System Setting

    System Setting Settings [DISPLAY] menu TV Aspect Ratio Adjust the setup settings Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV type. You can change the settings of the unit in the [Setup] menu. [4:3 Letter Box] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. 1.
  • Page 21: [Language] Menu

    System Setting Resolution HDMI Color Setting Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. Refer to page 11 for details about the resolution For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your setting.
  • Page 22: [Audio] Menu

    System Setting [AUDIO] menu Sampling Freq. (Digital Audio Output) Set the unit’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. [192 kHz] Note Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is Since many factors affect the type of audio capable of handling 192 kHz signals.
  • Page 23: [Network] Menu

    System Setting [NETWORK] menu Premium The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the [Country Setting] software update, Web Browser and online content Select your area for displaying proper services services. and content on the [Premium] feature. Connection Setting [OTHERS] menu If your home network environment is ready to connect the unit, the unit needs to be set the DivX®...
  • Page 24 System Setting Auto Power Off Factory Set The screen saver appears when you leave the unit You can reset the unit to its original factory settings. in Stop mode for about five minutes. If you set Note this option to [On], the unit automatically turns If you reset the unit to its original factory off within 25 minutes since the Screen Saver is settings using [Factory Set] option, you have to...
  • Page 25: Operating

    Operating General playback Playing a file media from a network server This unit can play video, audio and photo files Using [HOME] menu located in a PC or a DLNA server through your home network. The home menu appears when you press HOME 1.
  • Page 26: Wi-Fi Directâ„¢ Connection

    Operating Entering a network user ID and the Wi-Fi Direct™ connection password Connecting to a Wi-Fi Direct™ Depending on your PC’s environment, you may certified device need to enter a network user ID and the password for accessing a shared folder. This player can play movie, music and photo files 1.
  • Page 27 Operating Connecting to a Wi-Fi equipped 6. Select a server that shared from the connected Wi-Fi Direct™ device using W/S, and press devices ENTER (b) to navigate the server. This player can connect to a general Wi-Fi device using Wi-Fi Direct™ function. 1.
  • Page 28: Basic Operations For Video And Audio Content

    Operating Basic operations for video and 8. Select a server that shared from the connected Wi-Fi device using W/S, and press ENTER (b) audio content to navigate the server. To stop playback Press Z while playback. To pause playback Press M while playback. Press d to resume playback.
  • Page 29: Basic Operations For Photo Content

    Operating Advanced playback Basic operations for photo content To play a slide show Enlarge the playback image Press d to start slide show. 1. During playback, press green (G) colored button to display the [Zoom] menu. To stop a slide show 2.
  • Page 30: Changing Content List View

    Operating Changing content list view Selecting a subtitle file On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can If the subtitle file name is different from the video change the content list view. file name, you need to select the subtitle file on the [Movie] menu before playing the movie.
  • Page 31: Options While Viewing A Photo

    Operating Options while viewing a photo Listening to music while slide show You can use various options during viewing a photo in full screen. You can display photo files while listening to audio 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press m files.
  • Page 32: On-Screen Display

    Operating On-Screen display Playing from selected time 1. Press m (INFO/MENU) during playback. The time search box shows the elapsed playing You can display and adjust various information and time. settings about the content. 2. Select the [Time] option using W/S. Displaying content information 3.
  • Page 33: Using The Premium

    Operating Using the Premium You can use various content services via Internet with the Premium feature. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 14). 2. Press HOME ( 3. Select the [Premium] using A/D, and press ENTER (b). 4. Select an online service using W/S/A/D, and press ENTER (b).
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution No Power. y Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. Cannot play movie, photo or y The files are not recorded in a format that the unit can play. audio files. y The unit does not support the codec of the video file.
  • Page 35: Resetting

    You can update the Unit using the latest software to enhance the products operation and/or add new features. To obtain the latest software for this unit (if updates have been made), please visit http://www.lg.com/global/support/ 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 36: Appendix

    Appendix Network software Software update update You can update the unit 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 37: About Nero Mediahome 4 Essentials

    DLNA-compatiable work properly depending on your internet digital media server. environment. In this case, you can obtain the latest software from the authorized LG Note Electronics Service Center then update your y The Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials CD- unit.
  • Page 38: Installing Nero Mediahome 4

    Appendix Installing Nero MediaHome 4 y Hard drive space: 200 MB hard drive space for a typical installation of Nero MediaHome stand- Essentials alone y 1.2 GHz Intel® Pentium® III or AMD Windows Sempron™ 2200+ processors Start up your computer, and insert the supplied CD- y Memory: 256 MB RAM ROM disc into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 39: Sharing Files And Folders

    Appendix MAC OS X Sharing files and folders 1. Start up your computer, and insert the supplied On your computer, you must share the folder CD-ROM disc into your computer’s CD-ROM contained video, audio and/or photo content to drive. play them on this player. 2.
  • Page 40: Trademarks And Licenses

    Appendix Trademarks and licenses DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its subsidiaries and are used under license. DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition 1080p, including premium content. Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered Covered by one or more of the following trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC.
  • Page 41: Audio Output Specifications

    Appendix Audio output specifications Jack/Setting Digital Output (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) Source Primary Pass-Thru PCM Stereo Dolby Digital PCM 2ch Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus PCM 2ch Dolby Digital Linear PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch Linear PCM 5.1ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch Linear PCM 7.1ch PCM 2ch...
  • Page 42: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications General Power Supply Refer to the main label or refer to the main label on the bottom Power consumption AC adapter DA-18B12 Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 110 x 29 x 110 mm Net Weight (Approx.) 0.28 kg Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C...
  • Page 43: Maintenance

    Appendix Maintenance Important information relating to network services Handling the unit When shipping the unit All information, data, documents, communications, Please save the original shipping carton and downloads, files, text, images, photographs, graphics, videos, webcasts, publications, tools, packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for resources, software, code, programs, applets, maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.

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