LG HR832T Owner's Manual
LG HR832T Owner's Manual

LG HR832T Owner's Manual

Blu-ray disc/dvd player with built-in hdd & hd tuner
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OWNER'S MANUAL
Blu-ray Disc™/DVD Player
with built-in HDD & HD Tuner
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
.
HR835T / HR832T
www.lg.com

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Blu-ray Disc™/DVD Player with built-in HDD & HD Tuner Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. HR835T / HR832T www.lg.com...
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    Getting Started Safety Information CAUTION CAUTION: This product employs a Laser System. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK To ensure proper use of this product, please read DO NOT OPEN this owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC reference.
  • Page 4 3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the LG Electronics hereby declares that this/these environment and human health. product(s) is/are in compliance with the essential 4. For more detailed information about...
  • Page 5 Getting Started Important Notice for TV colour y Because AACS (Advanced Access Content System) is approved as content protection system system for Blu-ray Disc format, similar to use of The colour system of this player differs according to CSS (Content Scramble System) for DVD format, currently playing discs.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents System Setting Auto Set UP Home Menu Overview – Basic button operations Getting Started Settings – Adjust the Setup Settings Safety Information – Settings for Digital TV Introduction – Scanning programmes automatically – About the “7” Symbol Display (Auto Tuning) –...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Troubleshooting General Playback – Playing Discs Troubleshooting – Using the disc menu – General – Resume playback – Picture – Playing the recorded titles – Sound – Searching the recorded titles – Network – Sorting the recorded titles –...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    A section whose title has one of the following Some functions of this unit are controlled by the symbols are applicable only to the disc represented TV’s remote control when this unit and LG TV’s with by the symbol. SIMPLINK are connected through HDMI connection.
  • Page 9: Playable Discs

    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.
  • Page 10: File Compatibility

    Getting Started Note File compatibility y HD movie files contained on the CD or USB 1.0/1.1 may not be played properly. Blu-ray Overall Disc, DVD or USB 2.0 are recommended to Available File extensions: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”, “.avi”, play back HD movie files. “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.mp3”, y This player supports H.264/MPEG-4 AVC “.wma”, “.ts”...
  • Page 11: Regional Code

    Getting Started Regional Code Compatibility Notes This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of y Because BD-ROM is a new format, the can be the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD issues regarding certain disc, digital connection discs labelled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.
  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Getting Started Remote control BACK (1): Exits the menu or •• • • • • • • • • • • a • •• •• •• •• •• • back to previous step. 1 (POWER): Switches the unit DISC MENU/REC.LIST: Accesses ON or OFF.
  • Page 13: Main Unit

    Getting Started Main Unit a Disc Tray g 1/! (Power) b Display window h USB Port c Remote Sensor d B (Open/Close) e T (Play/Pause) f I (Stop) a ANTENNA IN e AC IN connector Connect the supplied power cord b LAN port f ANTENNA OUT (TO TV) c HDMI OUT (TO TV)
  • Page 14: Connecting

    Connecting Connections to Your Antenna connection to your TV and this unit Connect one end of the RF cable to ANTENNA OUT(TO TV) jack on the unit and other end to Make one of the following connections, depending ANTENNA IN jack on your TV. Passes the signal from on the capabilities of your existing equipment.
  • Page 15: Hdmi Connection

    Connecting Note HDMI Connection y If a connected HDMI device does not accept If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect the audio output of the unit, the HDMI it to this unit using a HDMI cable (Type A, High device’s audio sound may be distorted or Speed HDMI™...
  • Page 16: Resolution Setting

    Connecting Resolution Setting The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI 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.
  • Page 17: Connecting To An Amplifier

    Connecting Connecting to an Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output Amplifier Connect the player’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a Make one of the following connections, depending HDMI cable. You will need to activate the player’s on the capabilities of your existing equipment.
  • Page 18: Connecting To An Amplifier Via Digital Audio Output

    Connecting Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output Connect the player’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) jack to the corresponding in jack (COAXIAL) on your amplifier. Use an optional digital (coaxial) audio cable. You will need to activate the unit’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu”...
  • Page 19: Connecting To Your Home Network

    Connecting Connecting to your Router Home Network This unit can be connected to a local area network Broadband (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel. Service By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, BD-Live interactivity and streaming services.
  • Page 20: Wired Network Setup

    Connecting Wired Network Setup 3. Select [OK] and press ENTER (b) to apply network settings. If there is a DHCP server on the local area network 4. The player will ask you to test the network (LAN) via wired connection, this player will connection.
  • Page 21 Connecting Notes on Network Connection: y A DSL modem is required to use DSL service and a cable modem is required to use cable modem y Many network connection problems during service. Depending on the access method of and set up can often be fixed by re-setting the subscriber agreement with your ISP, you may not router or modem.
  • Page 22: Usb Device Connection

    Connecting Note USB device connection y This unit supports USB flash memory/ external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and This unit can play movie, music and photo files NTFS when accessing files (music, photo, contained on a USB device. movie). However, for BD-Live, only FAT16 and FAT32 formats are supported.
  • Page 23: System Setting

    System Setting Auto Set UP Step 3. Time Setting 1. Use a/d to select an option among [Manual] or [Auto], and press ENTER (b). You can reset the recorder to all its factory settings. Some options cannot be reset (Rating and Password).
  • Page 24: Home Menu Overview

    System Setting Home Menu Overview Settings To access numerous functions of the unit, press Adjust the Setup Settings HOME on the remote. You can change the settings of the player in the Basic button operations [Setup] menu. HOME: Accesses or removes the Home Menu. 1.
  • Page 25: Settings For Digital Tv

    System Setting Settings for Digital TV Scanning programmes manually (Manual Tuning) To use DTV functions, this recorder needs some settings in advance. Scans digital TV or radio programmes and adds the detected programmes to the programme list. Scanning programmes 1. Display [Setup] menu. automatically (Auto Tuning) 2.
  • Page 26: Editing Programme List (Channel Edit)

    System Setting Editing Programme List Setting the DTV Lock (Channel Edit) Allows you to activate or deactivate all of the lock schemes previously set. When the [DTV Lock] is set You can remove any digital TV or radio programs to [Unlock]. stored on this recorder using the [Channel Edit] 1.
  • Page 27: Adjusting Dtv Rating

    System Setting Adjusting DTV Rating Setting the antenna power Viewing of some digital TV programmes can be If you are using indoor antenna with a signal limited according to the age limit you set. amplifier rated at DC 5V, 100mA, the recorder can supply power through ANTENNA IN jack.
  • Page 28: [Dtv] Menu

    System Setting [DTV] Menu [DISPLAY] Menu Auto Tuning TV Aspect Ratio This option scans a programme and sets the Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV available programmes. Refer to page 25 for more type. information. [4:3 Letter Box] Manual Tuning Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
  • Page 29 System Setting Resolution HDMI Color Setting Sets the output resolution of the HDMI video Select the type of output from the HDMI OUT jack. signal. Refer to page 16 and 73 for details about the For this setting, please refer to the manuals of your resolution setting.
  • Page 30: [Language] Menu

    System Setting [LANGUAGE] Menu [AUDIO] Menu Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set Display Menu the player’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on- screen display.
  • Page 31 System Setting Sampling Freq. (Digital Audio Output) [192 kHz] Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is capable of handling 192 kHz signals. [96 kHz] Select this if your A/V Receiver or Amplifier is not capable of handling 192 kHz signals. When this choice is made, this unit automatically converts any 192 kHz signals to 96 kHz so your system can decode them.
  • Page 32: [Lock] Menu

    System Setting [LOCK] Menu DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their To access any features in the [LOCK] settings, you content. (Not all discs are rated.) must enter the 4-digit security code you have created. [Rating 1-8] If you have not entered a password yet, you are Rating one (1) has the most restrictions and prompted to do so.
  • Page 33: [Network] Menu

    System Setting [NETWORK] Menu [OTHERS] Menu The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the Time Setting software update feature and BD-Live. The clock must be set in order to use timer Connection Setting recording. If your home network environment is ready to be [Auto] connected to the player, the player needs to be Select a programme that broadcasts a clock...
  • Page 34 System Setting DivX® VOD 1. Press HOME. 2. Use w/s/a/d to select [Setup] in the ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video [Home] menu, and press ENTER (b). format created by DivX, LCC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. This is an official DivX Certified® device 3.
  • Page 35: Operating

    Operating Using the Digital TV 2. Use w/s to select a desired programme, and press ENTER (b). functions Press red coloured button (R) to sort the programmes into alphabetical order. Press green coloured button (G) to sort the programmes You can watch and record the digital TV into FTA - CAS Press yellow colored (Y) button programmes or playback the recorded TV to sort the programmes into number order.
  • Page 36: Viewing The Programme Information

    Operating Viewing the programme Selecting DTV subtitle information language You can view a description of the programme Some digital programmes may broadcast several being broadcast. subtitle languages. You can select a subtitle language when it is available. 1. While watching DTV, press SUBTITLE. 2.
  • Page 37: Programme Guide (Digital Program Only)

    Operating Programme Guide (Digital To tune to another current channel program only) Use w/s/a/d to select a current channel then press ENTER (b). You can watch the channel. The Program Guide contains schedule and program information for digital programs. They also provide To display the Full Information local over-the-air programs information including window...
  • Page 38: Using The Timeshift Function Manually

    Operating Using the timeshift function 4. Press Z, it’s not turning off the timeshift function but going back to the DTV in realtime. manually Note You can pause a Live TV broadcast, then continue y Without changing a channel, the timeshift watching the programme at a later time.
  • Page 39: Recording Tv Programmes

    Operating Recording TV Timer Recording (Manual) programmes 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. You can record Digital TV programmes and store them on the HDD. Normal Recording 1.
  • Page 40: Timer Recording (Epg)

    Operating Timer Recording (EPG) Canceling a timer recording You can also set the timer based on the information You can cancel a timer recording before the timer provided by the EPG. recording actually starts. 1. While watching TV, press GUIDE. 1.
  • Page 41: Instant Timer Recording

    Operating General Playback Instant Timer Recording You can set the recording time instantly to stop the recording automatically. Playing Discs 1. Use PR (-/+) to select a programme you want to record. 1. Press B (OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the 2.
  • Page 42: Using The Disc Menu

    Operating Using the disc menu 6. Select a file using w/s/a/d, and press (PLAY) or ENTER (b) to play the file. AVCHD Note y Playback functions described in this manual To display the disc menu are not always available in every files and The menu screen may be displayed first after media.
  • Page 43: Playing The Recorded Titles

    Operating Playing the recorded titles [Clear] – Clear all entered characters. [Space] – Inserts a space at the cursor position. 1. While watching TV, press REC. LIST to display the [<–] – Deletes the previous character at the options menu or press REC. LIST in Home menu. cursor position.
  • Page 44: Playing Content Contained In The Internal Hard Disk Drive

    Operating Playing content contained in Searching content in the hard the internal hard disk drive disk drive by entering file name 1. Press HOME (n). 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.
  • Page 45: Playing Blu-Ray 3D Disc

    Operating Playing Blu-ray 3D disc 4. Refer to the owner’s manual of your 3D-ready TV for the further instruction. This player can play the Blu-ray 3D discs which You may need to adjust the display settings and contains separate views for the left and right eyes. focus on your TV’s setting for the improved 3D Preparation effect.
  • Page 46: Advanced Playback

    Operating Advanced Playback Repeating a specific portion AVCHD This player can repeat a portion you have selected. Repeat Playback 1. During playback, press REPEAT to select [A-] at the beginning of the portion you wish to AVCHD MUSIC repeat. During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select 2.
  • Page 47: Changing Content List View

    Operating Changing content list view Viewing content information MOVIE MUSIC PHOTO MOVIE On the [Movie], [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can The player can display the content information. change the content list view. 1. Select a file using w/s/a/d. 2. Press INFO/MENU (m) to display the option Method 1 menu.
  • Page 48: Last Scene Memory

    Operating On-Screen display Last Scene Memory You can display and adjust various information and This unit memorizes the last scene from the last disc settings concerning the content. that is viewed. The last scene remains in memory even if you remove the disc from the unit or switch Displaying content information off the unit.
  • Page 49: Playing From Selected Time

    Operating Hearing different audio 2. Select an option using w/s. 3. Use a/d to adjust the selected option value. AVCHD MOVIE 4. Press BACK (1) to exit the On-Screen display. 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to Note display the On-Screen display. y If no button is pressed for a few seconds, 2.
  • Page 50: Watching From A Different Angle

    Operating Watching from a different Changing the Picture Mode angle AVCHD MOVIE You can change the [Picture mode] option during playback. If the disc contains scenes recorded at different 1. During playback, press INFO/MENU (m) to camera angles, you can change to a different display the On-Screen display.
  • Page 51: Copying

    Operating Copying 7. Use w/s to select a file or a folder you wish to copy on the menu, and press ENTER (b). 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.
  • Page 52: Copying File(S)/Folder(S) From The Internal Hard Disk Drive To A Usb Storage Device

    Operating 11. Use w/s/a/d to select [OK], and press ENTER (b) to start copying. 6. Press INFO/MENU (m) to display the option menu. Note 7. Use w/s to select [Copy] option, and press Copying speed may vary depending on the file ENTER (b) to display the [Copy] menu.
  • Page 53: Deleting A File(S)/Folder(S)

    Operating Deleting a file(s)/folder(s) 11. (Option) If you want to create a new folder, use w/s/ You can delete file(s)/folder(s) from the internal a/d to select [New Folder] and press ENTER hard disk drive. (b). 1. Use w/s/a/d to select a directory that files or a folders you want to delete are located.
  • Page 54: Naming A File/Folder

    Operating Enjoying BD-LIVE Naming a file/folder You can rename a file or a folder in the internal hard disk drive. This unit allows you to enjoy functions such as picture-in-picture, secondary audio and 1. Select a file or a folder contained in the internal Virtual packages, etc., with BD-Video supporting hard disk drive.
  • Page 55: Playing Movie File And Vr Discs

    Operating > Caution Playing movie file and Do not extract the connected USB device VR discs while content is being downloaded or a Blu- ray disc is still in the disc tray. Doing so may damage the connected USB device and BD- You can play DVD-RW discs that are recorded LIVE features may not operate properly with in Video Recording (VR) format and movie files...
  • Page 56: Selecting A Subtitle File

    Operating Note Changing subtitle code page y The file requirements are described on page MOVIE y You can use various playback functions. If the subtitle is not displayed properly, you can Refer to pages 41-50. change the subtitle code page to view the subtitle file properly.
  • Page 57: Viewing A Photo

    Operating Viewing a photo To play a slide show Press d (PLAY) to start the slide show. You can view photo files using this player. To stop a slide show 1. Press HOME (n). Press Z (STOP) during slide show. To pause a slide show Press M (PAUSE) during slide show.
  • Page 58: Options While Viewing A Photo

    Operating Options while viewing a photo Listening to music during a slide show You can use various options while viewing a photo in full screen. You can display photo files while listening to music 1. While viewing a photo in full screen, press INFO/ files.
  • Page 59: Listening To Music

    Operating Listening to music 8. Use w/s to select a file or a folder you wish to play. This player can play Audio CDs and music files. 1. Press HOME (n). Select a folder and press ENTER (b) to display the lower directory.
  • Page 60: Audio Cd Archiving

    Operating Audio CD Archiving 8. Use w/s/a/d to select [OK], and press ENTER (b) to start Audio CD archiving. You can record one desired track or all of the tracks If you want to stop in progressing Audio CD in Audio CD to the internal hard disk drive or a USB archiving, press ENTER (b) while [Cancel] is storage device.
  • Page 61: Using The Netcast

    Operating Using the Netcast You can use various content services via Internet with the Netcast feature. 1. Check the network connection and settings (page 19). 2. Press HOME (n). 3. Select the [Netcast] using a/d, and press ENTER (b). 4. Select an on-line service using w/s/a/d, and press ENTER (b).
  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting General Symptoms Cause & Solution The Power does not turn 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 63: Sound

    Troubleshooting Sound Symptom Cause & Solution There is no sound or the sound y Connect the audio connection securely. is distorted. y The input source setting on the amplifier or the connection to the amplifier is incorrect. y The unit is in scan, slow motion, or pause mode. y The sound volume is low.
  • Page 64: Recording

    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.
  • Page 65: 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 66: 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 Belgium Great Britain Netherlands South Korea Bhutan...
  • Page 67: 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 Afar 6565 French 7082 Lithuanian 7684 Sindhi 8368 Afrikaans 6570 Frisian...
  • Page 68: Trademarks And Licenses

    Appendix Trademarks and Licenses Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are Blu-ray Disc™, Blu-ray™, Blu-ray 3D™, BD-Live™, registered trademarks & DTS 2.0+Digital Out is a BONUSVIEW™...
  • Page 69: Network Software Update

    Appendix Network Software Cinavia Notice Update 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 Network update notification detected, a message will be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted.
  • Page 70: Software Update

    This unit cannot be updated to previous work properly depending on your internet software version. environment. In this case, you can obtain the latest software from the authorized LG 1. Check the network connection and settings Electronics Service Centre then update your (pages 19-21).
  • Page 71: Audio Output Specifications

    Appendix Audio Output Specifications Jack/Setting COAXIAL (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) Source Primary Pass-Thru PCM Stereo DTS Re-encode Dolby Digital PCM 2ch Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus PCM 2ch Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD PCM 2ch Dolby Digital PCM 2ch DTS-HD PCM 2ch Linear PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch...
  • Page 72: About The Internal Hard Disk 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.
  • Page 73: Video Output Resolution

    Appendix Video Output Resolution When the non-copy protected media is playing back Video Out HDMI OUT Resolution 576i 576p 576p 576p 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080p/24 Hz 1080p / 24 Hz 1080p / 50 Hz 1080p / 50 Hz When the copy protected media is playing back Video Out HDMI OUT Resolution...
  • Page 74: Specifications

    Appendix Specifications General Power requirements AC 200-240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 30 W Dimensions (W x H x D) Approx. 430 x 58 x 320 mm without foot Net Weight (Approx.) 3.06 kg Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C Operating humidity 5 % to 90 % Television system:...
  • Page 75: Maintenance

    Appendix Maintenance Maintaining the Unit The unit is a high-tech, precision device. If the optical pick-up lens and disc drive parts are dirty or worn, the picture quality could be diminished. Notes on Discs For details, please contact your nearest authorized service centre.

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