TRAINING MANUAL

DVD PLAYERS

Digital Media

DVD Player Training

Table of Contents
Using This Manual
Trademarks

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Section I General Information 5

Section II Technical Information

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Introduction
Optical Media Concepts
Handling of Discs
DVD Player Controls
Front Buttons
Remote Control
Display Window
DVD Player Setup
Installation
Connection Panel
Video Connection
Audio Connection
Menu Settings
Language Menu
Display Menu
Audio Menu
Lock Menu
Others Menu
System Information
DVD Player Operation
DVD-Related Terms
Playable Discs
Region Codes
Copyrights
Copy Protection
Display Menu
Playback Operation
DVD Disc / Video CD
Typical DVD Menu
Audio CD / MP3
JPG Disc
Memory Cards
DVD Player Maintance
Operation Troubleshooting

Safety Notes
Product Safety Guidelines
Servicing Precautions
Loading Mechanism
Disassembly
Block Diagram
DVD Player Operation Flowchart
Technical Troubleshooting
Updating Firmware

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Section III Interactions

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DVD Player Training

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Closed Captions and Subtitles

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Aspect Ratios and Aspect Ratio Correction
Artifacts
Edge Enhancement
Macroblocking
Up-Conversion DVD Players

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Appendix

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Model Number Coding

DVD Packaging
Reporting Problems
Setup Menu Flowchart
DVD-Video Controls
Video CD Controls
Audio Disc Controls
Features by Model

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Copyright 2006 LG Electronics Alabama Inc.

Using this Manual

Not all functions are available or operate in the same manner on all LG Zenith DVD Products.
Consult the appropriate Owners Manual for specific operations of each model. As newer models are
developed, more features are included. Similarly, older models will not include as many features.
TIPS indicate tips and hint for making tasks easier.
NOTES indicate special notes and operating features to be aware of.
There may be several terms used within this manual that are used interchangeably. These may
include but, are not limited to:
DVD Player, LG Zenith DVD Player, unit
Laser, CDM, Optical Pickup
DVD, disc, DVD-Video, DVD Title
DVD Movie, Feature, Main Feature, Main Title
Remote Control, Remote, R/C
Buttons, Keys
Menu, On-Screen Display, OSD, Display

Trademarks
DivX and the DivX logo are registered trademarks of DivX, Inc. Dolby and Dolby Digital are
registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. The term DTS is a trademark of DTS Technology, LLC. The
DVD logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation. The DVI logo is trademark of the
Digital Display Working Group. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Macrovision is a registered trademark of
Macrovision Corporation. Windows Media, HDCD, and High Definition Compatible Digital are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. The Super Audio CD logo, DVD+R/+RW logos, the MPEG logo, I2C,
the wording Compact Disc, the acronym CD, and CD logos are the trademark of Koninkliijke Philips
Electronics N.V. Spatializer N-2-2 is the Trademark of Spatializer Audio Laboratories Inc. All other
trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners.

DVD Player Training

SECTION I General Information

Introduction
Optical Media Concepts
Handling of Discs
DVD Player Setup
DVD Player Controls
Front Buttons
Remote Control
Display Window
Installation
Connection Panel
Video Connection
Audio Connection
Menu Settings
Language Menu
Display Menu
Audio Menu
Lock Menu
Others Menu
System Information
DVD Player Operation
Technology and Disc-Related Terms
Playable Discs
Region Codes
Regional Playback Control (RPC)
Regional Coding Enhancement (RCE)
Copyrights and Copy Protection
Macrovision ACP
Copy Generation Management System (CGMS)
Content Scramble System (CSS)
Content Protection for Prerecorded Media (CPPM)
Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM)
Digital Copy Protection System (DCPS)(5C)
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)
Display Menu
Playback Operation
DVD Disc / Video CD
Typical DVD Menu
Audio CD / MP3
JPG Disc
Memory Cards
DVD Player Maintance
Operation Troubleshooting

General Information

Contents

INTRODUCTION
Optical Media Concepts
An Optical Disc is made up of layers of plastics and a layer of reflective aluminum. The metallic layer
has raised areas, creating high and low areas (pits and lands). The bumps reflect light differently than the
lands. This difference provides the basis for binary coding. A Pickup Assembly of a DVD Player has two
parts designed for readying a disc, a Laser and an Optical Pickup. The laser creates a laser beam that is
focused through the plastic layers of a disc onto the metallic layer. The light is then reflected to the Optical
Pickup, which is an opto-electric device. In an over-simplified explanation, when the laser reflects off of a
land, it shines into the Optic Pickup, generating a 1, and when the laser is reflected off a bump, it is
deflected away from the Optic Pickup, generating a
0.
DVD Disc will often have two layers of data. A
gold layer is added with the aluminum layer. The
laser is able to focus through the gold layer to read
the aluminum layer. Most commercial DVD movies
are constructed in this dual-layer format. The DVD
Player will read the 1st layer (gold) from the inside of
the disc, spiraling to the outside, then refocus and
begin reading the 2nd layer (aluminum) from the
outside in.
NOTE: The need for the laser to refocus and change
directions for a layer change will cause a slight
pause during the playback of a movie. While this is
unavoidable, disc creators are aware of this and
normally attempt to position the movie data on the
disc so that the pause is not very noticeable.
TIP: Since the laser must refocus in order to perform
the layer change, dust or nicotine stains on the lens
will cause this process to take longer. Regular lens
cleaning is needed on DVD Players more often than
on CD Players.

Optical MediaConcepts

General Information

Handling and Storing 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, as glue
residue could remain on the disc.
We also recommend that sticker labels are not used on discs. Labels can add to the
overall thickness of a disc, which would make the disc out of spec and cause
undesirable results.
Thickness out of specification can cause the Clamping Mechanism to secure the disc
improperly to the Spindle Motor, allowing the disc to spin at a lower rpm.
Thickness out of specification can cause vacuum loading DVD Players, such as the LDA-

and KU-17WDVD, to have difficulties loading and ejecting discs.

Labels can cause the disc to become unbalanced and not spin level, changing the focal

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of the laser.
Always store the disc in the original case, in which it was purchased, after each use. Do not leave
discs sitting on top of the DVD Player or other flat surface where they can easily become scratched.
Inspect discs before each use.

Fingerprints or other foreign substances should be cleaned before loading into a DVD
Player.

Scratches should be buffed out using a Disc Repair Device, found at most electronics and
media retailers.

Cracked discs should never be loaded into a DVD Player. The centrifugal force applied upon
a
disc in a DVD Player can be enough to cause a crack to expand. This can cause serious
damage to the DVD Player itself. A crack on the inner ring of a disc can expand and cause
the
Clamp Mechanism to release. This action can literally cause a disc to shatter within the
DVD Player.
When cleaning a disc, always wipe from the inside of the disc
towards the outside edge in a straight line. Never clean the disc in a spiral
motion. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzene, thinner,
commercial cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for older vinyl records, as
these may cloud and damage the disc.
Two common problems that can prevent a disc from being properly
read are scratches and foreign substances. When a disc is scratched, a
groove is etched into the smooth surface of the readable side of the disc.
This groove can create a prism effect and misdirect the laser light preventing
it from reaching the Optical Pickup, or sometimes even direct the light
towards the pickup when it should not. This will cause the DVD Player to
read 0s when it should read 1s or 1s when it should read 0s.
The direction of a scratch on a disc will effect the severity of the errors read. A linear scratch, from
the inside of the disc towards the outside, will have a lesser effect than a circular scratch. A linear scratch
will cause an error once or twice, depending on the width of the scratch, each rotation. This low number of
misreads can often be compensated in the error correction. However, a circular scratch will cause multiple
errors throughout each rotation of the disc. This type of scratch is more severe since error correction will be
unable to compensate for the large amount of misreads.
TIP: Some Optical Pickups may not misread data due to a scratch due to various internal designs of the
pickup. Various positioning of the pickup can allow the misdirected laser light to still strike some pickups and
not others. This can be a reason why some customers may report that a scratched disc will play in one DVD
Player, but not in another. Another problem with a disc could be a foreign substance, such as a fingerprint
(oil from skin), glue, dust, etc., that diminishes the laser lights intensity as it is reflected towards the optical
General
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Handling
& Storing
of Discs
pickup.
As Information
the light passes through the substance, a portion of
Then
after the

* UPCONVERSION, or sometimes labeled RESOLUTION, buttons are only available on Up-Converting models capable of highresolution video output.

The actual Remote Controls supplied will vary by

model. The two most typical Remote Controls are
shown. consult the Owners Manual of each DVD
Player model for specific Remote Controls.

DVD Player Controls

General Information

A-B
ANGLE
AUDIO
AV
CLEAR
DISPLAY
DVD, VCR, CATV, TV
Fwd SKIP/SCAN (
)
MENU
(/ /  / )
MARKER
OPEN/ CLOSE
PAUSE / STEP (
)
PLAY ( )
POWER
PROGRAM
RANDOM
REPEAT
Rev. SKIP/SCAN (
)
RETURN / TV INPUT
SEARCH
SELECT / ENTER
SETUP
SHUTTLE ring
SOUND / MUTE
)
STOP (
SUBTITLE
TITLE
TV CH +/
TV POWER
TV VOL+/
ZOOM

Repeat sequence
Selects a DVD camera angle if available
Selects an audio language (DVD) or an audio channel (CD).
Selects the TVs source
Removes a track number from the program list or a mark in MARKER SEARCH
Accesses On-Screen display
Selects operational mode of remote control
Search forward* / go to next chapter or track.
Accesses menu on a DVD disc (Disc Menu)
Selects menu options.- Selects TV channels and controls TV volume.
Marks any point during playback
Opens and closes the disc tray.
Pauses playback temporarily/ press repeatedly for frame-by-frame playback.
Starts playback.
Switches the DVD Player ON and OFF.
Places a track on the program list
Plays tracks in random order.
Repeat chapter, track, title, all.
Search backward* / go to beginning of current chapter or track or to previous.
Removes the Setup menu, and selects AUX A/V TV input channel.
Displays MARKER SEARCH menu
Acknowledges menu selection.
Accesses or removes Setup menu.
For variable-speed playback.
Selects 3D SURROUND during disc playback.-Turns off TV sound.
Stops playback.
Selects a subtitle language
Displays discs Title menu, if available.
Selects TVs channel.
Turns the TV on or off.
Adjusts TVs volume.
Enlarges video image.0-9 number buttons Select numbered options in a menu

* Press and hold button for about two seconds.

General Information

DVD Player Controls

Connection Panel

Video Connections
Depending on your TV and other equipment, there are various ways you can connect a DVD Player.
Each video connection has pre-determined resolutions available:
Connection Name

Connection Type

Resolutions

Signal Type

Composite Video

Yellow RCA Jack

480i only

Y/C Video

S-Video

DIN Jack

480i only

Y Video & C Video

Component Video

Green Red & Blue RCA Jacks

480i

Y Video & C Video

480p, 720p1, 1080i1

High-Res. Video

DVI-D2

DVI-D or DVI-I Connector

480i3, 480p, 720p4, 1080i4

Digital High-Res Video

HDMI2

HDMI Connector

480i3, 480p, 720p4, 1080i4

Digital High-Res Video & Audio

When determining which Video connections to use, match the best input with the best output of the DVD
Player.
1st Choice

HDMI2

2 Choice

DVI2

3rd Choice

Component (480p or higher)

nd

4th Choice

Component (480i)

5th Choice

S-Video

6th Choice

Composite Video

NOTE: If the TV you wish to connect to a DVD Player does not have at least Component Video Inputs
(Yellow RCA Jack), you must purchase an RF Modulator. Due to Macrovision Copy Protection, you can not
input a DVD Player to a VCR.
1

720p and 1080i are only available with non-copy protected discs. If copy protection is present, 480p will be displayed.
DVI and HDMI Outputs are only available on Up-Converting models.
3
Not all TVs will accept 480i on DVI or HDMI connections. Check the documentation of the TV.
4
720p and 1080i are only available if the TV is HDCP Capable. Check the documentation of the TV. If the TV is not HDCP Capable,
480p will be displayed.
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Audio Connections
All the previously mentioned connections, except for HDMI, contain Video only. Therefore, you must
also make audio connections from the DVD Player to hear any sound. The type of audio connection to use
depends on what type of device will be used to produce audio in your system. If the DVD Player is being
connected to only a TV and no other equipment for sound, then the Analog Audio outputs (Red and White
RCA Jacks) will be used. If the DVD Player is being connected to a newer Dolby Digital compatible TV, the
Digital Audio outputs might be usable. Check the documentation of the TV to determine the capabilities of
the set.
If the DVD Player will be connected to an Audio / Video (A/V) Receiver or Amplifier, then there are three
available audio outputs.
1st Choice

Optical Digital Out

Single Fiber Optic Cable

Capable of PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS

2nd Choice

Coaxial Digital Out

Single RCA Cable (Usually Orange)

Capable of PCM, Dolby Digital, DTS

3rd Choice

Analog Audio Out

Dual RCA Cables (Red and White)

Capable of PCM

Many A/V Receivers have both Optical and Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs. Technically speaking, it
does not matter which of the two you use as they both carry the same signal. However, each type has its
advantages and disadvantages. Coaxial Digital Audio uses a simple, inexpensive RCA Cable. However, if
there is a large amount of cabling near the RCA Cable, or a long length of cable is used, signal loss and/or
interference can occur. Conversely, an Optical Digital Audio connection uses light to transmit a signal and
therefore is not subject to signal loss or interference. However, the fiber optic cable needed will be more
costly.
NOTES About HDMI
While HDMI technology has the ability to carry uncompressed high-resolution digital video as well as
digital audio, various chipsets used have limited abilities. Early HDMI chipsets (1.0) were only capable of
transmitting 2ch PCM audio. Newer HDMI (1.1) chipsets can transmit multi-channel (surround sound) audio.
What this means to customers using early generations of HDMI devices is that while high-resolution video
can be sent to a TV using HDMI, only 2ch audio can be transmitted on the HDMI cable. For these users to
experience multi-channel sound, a separate digital audio connection (Optical or Coaxial) must be used.
LGDVB418 HDMI 1.0 Chipset

PCM Audio only, on HDMI Connection

LDX-514

HDMI 1.0 Chipset

PCM Audio only, on HDMI Connection

LDA-511

HDMI 1.1 Chipset

Dolby & DTS Audio on HDMI Connection

Keep in mind that while HDMI connections can transmit audio, DVI connections are video only. Even
though HDMI and DVI are compatible with each other using either an adaptor plug or cable, audio signals
will not pass through DVI connections. Therefore, a HDMI source is connected to a DVI device, a
separate audio connection must also be made.

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Audio Connections

Setup Menu
The Setup Menu is accessed by pressing the SETUP button on the Remote Control. Pressing the
MENU button on the Remote Control will access the menu of the DVD title inserted, not the DVD Players
menu.

Language Menu

The Language Menu is used to establish the

languages used with the DVD Player. The Menu
Language option selects the language of all OnScreen Menus of the DVD Player. Selecting a
language other than English will change all of the
DVD Players menus to another language.
Example of Use:
English selected
Language
Espanol selected
Menu
FranCais selected

Menu
Idioma del
Langage Menu

The Disc Audio, Disc Subtitle, and Disc Menu options are to change the default languages of DVD disc
inserted into the player. Any languages selected within these options must be present on the disc, otherwise
the discs default language will be used.

Display Menu
The Display Menu allows you to adjust the DVD
Player to accommodate the TV it is connected to.
This menu is simply to tell the DVD Player what
type/shape TV is connected.
TV Aspect
Select 4:3 if a 4:3 (Square) TV is connected
Select 16:9 if a 16:9 (Widescreen) TV is
connected
Display Mode
Select Letterbox if 4:3 is selected for TV
Aspect and you wish to view widescreen movies
with bars
on the top and bottom of the image, without any
stretching.
Select Panscan if 4:3 is selected for TV Aspect and you wish to view widescreen movies filling the
entire screen, however, images will be stretched in
order to do so.

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Progressive Scan
resolution

Select On if the DVD Player is connected to a TV that can accept a 480p

video signal.
Select Off if the DVD Player is connected to a TV that cannot accept a 480p
resolution video signal, or you do not wish to output progressive scan video.

NOTE: The progressive scan menu option is not used on Up-converting Models. Instead, 480p, 720p, or
1080i can be selected using the up-conversion feature.
TIP: When the Progressive Scan feature is turned on, the Composite Video (Yellow RCA Jack) and S-Video
outputs are no longer active. Only the Component Video Outputs will be active.
TIP: If the Progressive Scan feature is turned on and the connected TV does not accept a 480p signal,
either scrambled or no video will be displayed. In this case, if you are unable to view the Setup Menu in
order to turn Progressive Scan OFF, make sure no disc is in the DVD Player and hold the STOP button for
about 5 seconds. This procedure will automatically
switch the Progressive Scan option to OFF.

NOTE: The Display Mode settings do not apply if

the TV Aspect is set to 16:9. Therefore, when TV
Aspect is set to 16:9, the Display Mode sub-menu
is not selectable and grayed-out.

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Setup Menu

Audio Menu
The Audio Menu allows you to set the DVD Players audio outputs to match the features of the
equipment it is connected to, as well as other sound options.

Dolby Digital, DTS, and MPEG settings are

either turned ON or OFFf, according to the abilities
of the A/V Receiver, Amplifier, or in some cases,
newer TV that the DVD Player is connected to. If
the connected device has the ability to decode
Dolby Digital, DTS, and/or MPEG (check the
documentation supplied with the device, or logo on
the unit), then set the compatible features to ON, or
Bitstream. If the connected device cannot decode
these signals, then the menu option should be set
to OFF, or PCM.

In the Bitstream settings, the DVD Player will extract the selected audio signal from the DVD disc
and pass it onto the connected device via either Digital Audio Output. The PCM mode will allow the DVD
Player to decode the multi-channel audio signal into a 2-channel signal, suitable for TVs and older Pro
Logic audio equipment.
DRC (Dynamic Range Control) is a feature of the DVD Player to control the audio levels of movies.
DVD movies typically have a broad dynamic range. This means that the difference between the lowest audio
level and loudest audio level is great. This is designed to provide a more lifelike movie experience since the
volume control must be turned up loud enough to hear the quiet parts of a movie, allowing the louder parts
to give more realism. However, in some cases, this broad dynamic range is not desired, such as in a
dormitory, nursing home, or late at night when you do not want to disturb others. By turning the DRC feature
ON, the DVD Player will raise the level of quiet sounds and lower the level of loud sounds, resulting in a
narrow dynamic range closer to that of normal TV watching. For normal DVD viewing, to receive the best
sound experience, this feature should be OFF.
Vocal is a setting that applies to Karaoke DVDs. When this setting is ON, the voice portion of a
Karaoke disc is mixed into the rest of the audio. With this feature OFF, no voices will be heard, allowing the
user to supply vocals.

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General Information

Lock Menu
The Lock Menu is used to set Parental Controls in order to restrict certain aspects from viewing by
children. Unlike V-Chip Parental Controls used in Television broadcasts, DVD Parental Controls are on a
number scale 1 -8. The lower the Rating number, the more restrictions are put into place. Likewise, the
higher the Rating number, the fewer restrictions are used. On most DVD movies, scenes are assigned a
rating number. If the rating number of the scene is the same as or lower than the Rating number set in the
DVD Player, the scene is played.
If the rating number of the scene is higher than the rating number set in the DVD Player, the scene
will not be played. In this case, there are two options for the DVD Player. Some DVD movies will have
alternate, less graphic or offensive scenes, in which case the DVD Player will play the alternate scene. In
some cases, only the dialog of the movie would be graphic or offensive, in which case the DVD Player
would mute the audio temporarily to not allow the offensive word(s) to be heard. If there are no alternate
scenes on the DVD movie, the DVD Player will stop playback.
NOTE: In most cases, the beginning of a DVD movie will dictate the rating number for the entire movie and
begin restrictions placed at that point. Therefore, it is rare that the DVD Player will stop playback during a
movie because of Parental controls.
The Password option is used to allow access to the Parental Control settings and to allow the
ratings to be temporarily released. Once the user
has set a password (4 digit number) and confirmed
the password, the settings can only be changed
once the correct password is entered. If a DVD
Movie has been loaded into the DVD Player that
falls within the set restrictions, the password must
be entered before the movie will be played.
TIP: If the password has been forgotten by the
owner, it may be cleared and reset. In order to clear
the password, navigate to the Password option and
enter 210499 into the 4-digit field normally used
for the password. This longer password, as well as
the specified numbers, will cause the DVD Player to
erase the stored password and allow the entry of a
new password.
The Country Code (Area Code in some models) tells the DVD Player what rating codes are to be
used. DVD Movies created in other countries may have been developed using a different rating code than
most U.S. titles. In this case, change the Country/Area Code to match the codes used on the disc.

Others Menu
The Others Menu is used for settings that do not fall within the previous classifications.
The Auto Play option will allow the DVD
Player to skip the previews and menus of a DVD
Movie and begin playing the movie right away. The
manner in which this feature works is that when a
DVD is loaded, the DVD Player will automatically
begin playing the largest file on the disc. In most
cases, this will be the movie itself. However, keep
in mind that discs such as TV series (ALIAS, CSI,
etc) that have multiple episodes, the largest file
may not be the first file on the disc. In this particular
case, it would be best to have the Auto Play feature
turned off for TV series DVDs.

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Setup Menu

NOTE: The Auto Play function may not work with some DVD Movies. Since DVD titles contain playback
instruction for the DVD Player, there are some titles that do not interact with the Auto Play function. If the
DVD Player locks up when a certain disc in inserted, remove the disc and then check the Auto Play setting
in the Setup Menu. If Auto Play is ON, turn the function OFF and retry the disc. The DVD movies that exhibit
the behavior are the same disc that will not allow the user to advance past the previews shown before the
disc menu loads.
The B.L.E. (Black Level Expansion) feature can be used to control the black level of the video
output. Standard gray scale for displays has a 7.5 IRE cut off, or limited to black levels of 15-255. This
means that the darkest aspect of an image will still produce a very small amount of light, and appears as a
very dark gray. An expanded gray scale has a 0 IRE cut off, or a black level range of 0-255. This means that
a zero light producing portion of the picture can be achieved. Black is usually considered to be 7.5 IRE (15/
255). Anything below this level is considered blacker-than-black. If the display connected to the DVD
Player can represent these lower levels of black, turn the B.L.E. feature ON. In this case, more detail can be
seen in dark and shadow portion of the image. If the connected display is unable to use the expanded gray
scale, the B.L.E. feature should be OFF.
TIP: If a TV cannot reproduce expanded black levels, either an error message will be displayed or nor
difference in picture quality will be seen.
NOTE: B.L.E. is only available when the DVD Players output resolution is set to 480i or 480p. Upconverting models will disable this feature if set to 720p or 1080i (which inherently have an expanded gray
scale).
DivX VOD (Video On Demand) is a feature on some DVD Players which allows the user to
download movies from the internet and view the movies on the DVD Player. This menu item is not a
selectable feature. The DivX VOD menu item displays the DVD Players DivX Certified Activation Code
needed in order to create an account with the DivX VOD service. For more information, visit www.divx.com/
vod.
The PBC (PlayBack Control) function applies to, and can be found on, DVD Players that can play
VideoCDs. PBC is a set of instructions that can be found on some commercially produced VideoCDs similar
to DVD control. When the PBC option is ON, and a VideoCD containing PBC is inserted, the playback is
performed according to the PBC. When the option is OFF, or a VideoCD does not contain PBC, the disc is
played straight through, much like an audio CD.

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LG Zenith DVD Players have a secret menu to display the System Information of the unit. To access this
menu:

1. Remove any disc that may be in the DVD Player

2. Press the SETUP button on the Remote
Control
3. Select the Display Menu
4. Select TV Aspect
5. Highlight 16:9
6. Enter the following numbers, 1 3 9 7 1 3 9 and
7. Press ENTER

The System Information screen provides many details about the DVD Player.
MODEL Provides the Factory Model Number of the DVD Player
REGION NO Displays the Region Code that the DVD Player is set to. U.S. models should be 1.
If set to any number other than 1, such as 0, the unit has most likely been tampered with via
hacking.
CHIP ID Displays the Chipset of the DVD Player. This is a hardware setting and not of much
service or troubleshooting use.
SERVO VER Displays the CDM control version.
MICOM VER Displays the Firmware Version of the DVD Player. This is important in
troubleshooting
to determine if the DVD Player is operating with the latest Firmware. Anytime a problem is being
reported to LGs Engineering Department, the MICOM Version must be reported.
PROM OPTION Displays special EEPROM options that have been set on the DVD Player such
as Region Coding, Brand, Special Functions, etc. These items are controlled by the Firmware and
are not to be altered.
Factory Reset Entering and Exiting the System Information Screen triggers a Factory Reset on
the DVD Player. This is sometimes needed in order to reboot the DVD Player to operate under
new Firmware.

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System Information

DVD-Related Terms
3D Surround Sound See Spatializer
Audio CDs, officially called Compact Disc Digital Audio, are the original compact disc standard
developed in 1980 by Philips and Sony as an audio-only format. The officially designation for CDDA is the Red Book Standard. CD+, or CD-Extra is a multi-session format allowing computer data (-XA) and
audio (-DA) to be present on the same compact disc while allowing normal CD Players to play the audio.
The official designation for CD-Extra is the Blue Book Standard.
Video CDs are compact discs based on the CD-XA standard using MPEG1 compression to allow
video playback from a CD. Video CDs are not a robust as DVD Videos. Video CD quality is about
1/5 that of DVD and typically only 320 x 240 resolution. Video CD also is limited to 2-channel audio.
However, with the same file size for Video CD, full length movies can fit onto a single compact disc.
CHAPTER A chapter is a segment of a title, such as a scene in a film or one interview in a series. Each
chapter is assigned a chapter number, enabling you to locate the chapter you want. Depending on the disc,
chapters may not be recorded.
Codec is a term combining the words Compressor-Decompressor or Coder-Decoder. Video and Audio
signals are naturally analog. In order to transport them digitally, a Codec scheme must be used. A Codec will
convert analog video signals, analog audio signals, and metadata (permits synchronization of audio and
video) signals to a digital transport stream and then convert the signal back to analog of use within a device.
In the simplest of terms, think of a particular Codec as a key to unlock the analog video and audio signals in
a digital stream.
DivX is the name of a revolutionary new video codec which is based on the new MPEG-4
compression standard for video. Like the Video CDs, DivX allows a full length movie to fit onto a
single compact disc, but with less quality loss than Video CD. For example, the DivX codec can compress
an MPEG-2/DVD file to nearly one-tenth its original size or a home movie (DV) 25:1.
Dolby Digital is the trademarked marketing name for Dolby Laboratories lossy AC-3 codec.
The common version contains 5.1 channels (five primary speakers and an LFE channel), but
the format supports Mono and Stereo usages as well. Dolby Digital audio is included in the DVD Standard.
Dolby Pro Logic II is the trademarked marketing name for Dolby Laboratories system of
decoding 2ch audio into 5ch surround sound.
DTS (Digital Theater Systems) is a multi-channel surround sound format used for consumer
grade applications. It is used for in-movie sound both on film and on DVD, and during the last
few years of the formats existence, several DVD releases had DTS soundtracks. The basic and most
common version of the format is a 5.1 channel system, supporting five primary speakers and a subwoofer.
Other newer DTS variants are also currently available, including versions that support up to 7 primary audio
channels (DTS-ES). On the consumer level, DTS is the oft-used shorthand for the DTS Coherent Acoustics
codec, transportable through S/PDIF and used on DVDs, CDDAs and in wave files. This system is the
consumer version of the DTS standard.
DTS 96/24
DTS 96/24 offers an unprecedented level of audio quality for multi-channel sound on DVDVideo, and is fully backward-compatible with all DTS decoders. 96 refers to a 96kHz sampling rate
(compared to typical 48kHz sampling rate.) 24 refers to 24-bit word length. Hardware logo usage - DTS 5.1
and DTS 96/24 decoding inside DVD Disc logo usage - The disc is encoded with DTS 96/24 and is playable
in 96/24 with any DTS 96/24-equipped hardware. Fully compatible with DTS-capable 5.1 hardware, and
backward-compatible (at 48/24) to all DTS-equipped hardware.

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DTS Digital Out

DTS Digital Out indicates that a unit reads and passes the DTS bitstream via the devices
digital output to a device equipped with a DTS decoder. This is a necessary feature for
playback of a DTS soundtrack through a DTS-capable decoding receiver or preamplifier equipped with
digital inputs. Hardware logo usage - DTS bitstream pass-through is necessary for playback of DTS
soundtrack through a DTS-capable system. DVD Disc logo usage - NOT APPLICABLE
DTS Digital Surround
DTS Digital Surround is a standard for providing 5.1 channels of discrete digital audio in
consumer electronics products and software content. Hardware logo usage - DTS 5.1
decoding inside. DVD disc logo usage - The disc contains a DTS 5.1 soundtrack.
DTS-ES
DTS-ES is capable of delivering 6.1 channels of discrete audio in consumer electronics.
DTS-ES is also fully backwards-compatible with DTS decoders that are not Extended Surround equipped.
Hardware logo usage - DTS 6.1 Matrix and DTS 6.1 Discrete decoding inside. Fully compatible with DTS 5.1
software. DVD Disc logo usage - This disc contains a DTS 6.1 Matrix and/or DTS 6.1 Discrete soundtrack.
Fully compatible with DTS-capable 5.1 hardware.
DTS Neo:6
DTS Neo:6 provides up to six channels of matrix decoding from 2 channel stereo matrix
material. Hardware logo usage - DTS Neo:6 is available in all DTS-ES-equipped receivers. DVD Disc logo
usage - NOT APPLICABLE
Digital Video (DV) is a video format launched, and, in its smaller tape form factor MiniDV, has
since become one of the standards for consumer and semiprofessional video production. The DV
specification defines both the codec and the tape format.
DVD Audio is a new disc format building on the success of DVD to provide high quality,
uncompressed, multi-channel audio for a new experience in audio quality. A DVD Audio disc
can be identified by the DVD audio logo on the disc jacket or on the disc itself. DVD Audio can provide
higher quality stereo than Audio CDs with a sampling rate of up to 192kHz(compared to 44.1kHz for CDs).
DVD Audio digital sound can be delivered with up to 24 bits of data(compared to 16 bits for a standard CD).
A typical DVD Audio disc contains up to seven times the data capacity of a CD. This additional space is used
for music, either Advanced Resolution multi-channel sound quality that is closer to the artists master
recording or for longer recordings. Many DVD Audio discs contain on-screen text, such as artist biographies,
playlists, or lyrics. Some DVD Audio discs contain photo galleries or video clips.
DVD-Recordable or DVD-R is a recordable version of the DVD standard. A DVD-R can be
written to only once, whereas a DVD-RW (DVD-rewritable) can be rewritten multiple times.
DVD-R is supported by most DVD players, and is approved by the DVD Forum. When a DVD-R disc is
formatted for video, not data, it is in the DVD-Video format.
DVD+R is a competing recordable DVD format to DVD-R. Like DVD-R, DVD+R is a record once
medium. DVD+R is not supported by the DVD Forum and therefore supported by the DVD+RW
Alliance.
DVD-Rewritable or DVD-RW is a recordable version of the DVD standard. Unlike DVD-R which
can only be written to once, DVD-RW can be written to and erased, allowing rewriting. DVDRW is supported by most DVD players, and is approved by te DVD Forum. When a DVD-RW is
formatted for video, not data, it can be created in one of two formats, DVD-Video and VR Mode. VR Mode
allows for editing on the DVD-RW disc.

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DVD+RW is a competing rewritable DVD format to DVD-RW. Like DVD-RW, DVD+RW is a

record and erase medium. DVD+RW is not supported by the DVD Forum and therefore only
supported by the DVD+RW Alliance.
DVD Video is a disc format of DVD. DVD Video discs can include over two hours of MPEG2
compressed video and 720 x 480 resolution (for NTSC), up to eight audio tracks (for multiple
languages, alternate/additional audio such as commentaries, etc), up to 32 various subtitles, and up to 9
camera angles.
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) is a video connector designed to maximize the visual quality of
digital display devices developed by the Digital Display Working Group (DDWG). A DVI
connection transmits a digital video signal capable of high resolutions.
GROUP (DVD-Audio) The main audio content or accompanying feature content or additional feature
content, or music album. Each group is assigned a group reference number enabling it to be located more
easily.
High Definition Compatible Digital is an enhancement to regular audio CDs to increase the
dynamic range, resulting in better and more natural reproduction of music (both vocals and instrumental
timbre). The additional dynamic range allows more low-level details to be captured in the digital recording.
Regular audio CDs are based on 16-bit data word length, while those enhanced with HDCD have been
encoded with effectively 20-bit data word length. Longer data word lengths provide more resolution in which
to capture the nuances of intricate musical passages. The HDCD enhancement algorithm is invented and
licensed by Pacific Microsonics. HDCD enhanced CDs are backwards compatible with non-HDCD
enhanced playback equipment (you simply hear the quality of regular audio CD).
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a newer version DVI which also supports
audio transmission as well as video on a single cable.
JPEG (jay peg) or JPG files are compressed photographic images.
Kodak Picture CDs are CD-ROM discs created from photographic film containing JPG files.
MP3 is a digital audio encoding format designed to greatly reduce the amount of data
required to provide a faithful reproduction of music. In popular usage, the term MP3 refers to audio files
stored in the MP3 audio format. The compression of the MP3 format is achieved by discarding portions of
the audio that are considered less important to human hearing.
MPEG MPEG is an international standard for video and audio compression. MPEG-1 is used in encoding
video for VCD. MPEG as an audio option on DVD players refers to MPEG audio streams available on some
European DVD titles.
Progressive Scan refers to the type a picture scanning performed within a TV. Images are
either interlaced (i), where the odd numbered lines of picture information are displayed and then the even
numbered lines, or progressive (p), where all lines of picture information are displayed in order. The use of
Progressive Scan in regards to a DVD Player deals with the output resolution settings. If the progressive
scan feature is turned OFF, then the DVD Player will output 480i to all of the video outputs. If the progressive
scan feature is turned ON, then the DVD Player will output 480p to all of the outputs that support higher
resolutions (Component, DVI, HDMI).

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A DVD Player displaying the RW Compatible logo signifies that the DVD Player is capable to
recognizing and playing a DVD-RW disc that has been recorded in VR Mode.
Screen Saver If a DVD product is left in STOP mode for 5 minutes, the unit will automatically enter a Screen
Saver mode with a logo moving about the display. If a DVD Product is in Screen Saver mode for 5 minutes,
the unit will power off.
Spatializer N-2-2 and 3D Surround Sound are processes that allow users to experience a virtual surround
sound effect from only two conventional speakers or directly from stereo TV speakers.
TITLE A title is generally a distinct section of a DVD disc. For example, the main feature could be title 1, a
documentary describing how the film was made could be title 2, and cast interviews could be title 3. Each
title is assigned a reference number enabling it to be located easily.
TRACK A distinct element of audio/visual information, such as the picture or sound track for a specific
language (DVD), or a musical piece on a video or audio CD. Each track is assigned a track number enabling
you to locate the track you want.
Windows Media Audio is a compressed audio format developed by Microsoft as part of the
Windows Media framework. WMA is generally considered a competitor to the MP3 audio format
and Apples AAC format.
XTS (Excellent True Sound) is sound enhancement unique to LG. There are three sound
enhancement modes:
XTS-1 will increase the low frequencies, providing a Bass Boost effect.
XTS-2 will duplicate the output of the front speakers to the surround speakers when in two channel bypass
mode. (Note: XTS-2 is not available when in 5.1 modes)
XTS-3 will perform both XTS-1 and XTS-2 operations at the same time.

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Playable Discs
The Owners Manual of each model DVD Player will list the types of discs that are playable in that
unit. Each model has different abilities which are typically increased with newer models. The various types of
playable discs include:
DVD-Video
All LG Zenith DVD Players are capable of playing standard 12cm DVD-Video
discs. Many models can also accept the smaller 8cm DVD-Video discs as well. All LG Zenith DVD Players
marketed and sold in the U.S. are capable of playing Region 1 coded discs.
DVD-Audio
Some select LG Zenith DVD Players are capable of playing DVD-Audio discs to
their full ability. These DVD Players will possess the DVD-Audio or DVD-Video/Audio logo. Other DVD
Players may still play a DVD-Audio disc; however, the full capabilities of the disc will not be experienced.
CD Digital Audio
Most LG Zenith DVD players can also play Audio CDs. While DVD Players are
first and foremost a playback device for DVDs, Audio CDs can be played. However, in some cases, there is
a noticeable difference in the playback method of Audio CDs on a DVD Player and on an actual CD Player.
While a CD Player will play an Audio CD seamlessly, a DVD Player will often create a slight pause between
the tracks of an Audio CD.
CD Digital Video
Playback of a Video CD is generally limited to newer LG Zenith DVD Players. The
DVD Players are required to conform to the software and instructions included within the coding of DVD and
Video discs. Therefore, some features may not be accessible due to the formatting of the disc. In addition,
DVDs and Video CDs created by consumers may sometimes not be playable due to the encoding and
settings used during the creation process. LG Zenith cannot be held responsible for compatibility of noncommercial discs.
DivX Files
When a LG Zenith DVD Player possess the DivX Video label, it means two things
in regards to the playback abilities of the unit. DVD Players with the DivX technology included have the
ability to play Video CDs. In addition to typical Video CDs, the DVD Player can play video files, stored on
either DVD or CD disc, with .avi, .mpg, or .mpeg file extensions. The DVD player will be preload with the
following codecs; DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, DIVX5.xx, XVID, MP43 and 3IVX. As long as the video file was
encoded with one of these codecs, it will be playable in a DVD Player possessing the DivX logo.
Second, a DVD Player with the DivX logo can playback DivX Video On Demand files that are
downloaded through a subscription to the DivX service.
DivX disc compatibility with LG Zenith DVD Players is limited as follows:

Playable Discs

Video resolution must be under 720 x 576

The file name of the DivX Subtitle is limited to 56 characters
If the file name has non-standard characters, _ may be displayed.
The frame-rate must not exceed 30 fps
If the audio and video are not interleaved, either video or audio will be outputted
During the encoding process, the GMC level must be set to 1-point
File extension
avi, mpg, mpeg
Subtitle format
SubRip (.srt .txt), SAMI ( .smi), SubStation Alpha ( .ssa .txt),
MicroDVD ( .sub .txt), SubViewer 2.0 ( .sub .txt), TMPlayer ( .txt),
DVD Subtitle System ( .txt), VOBSub ( .sub) Sub/idx, stream based format
Codec format
DIVX3.xx, DIVX4.xx, DIVX5.xx,
XVID, MP43, 3IVX
Audio Format
Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS, PCM
MP3,
WMA
Sampling frequency
8 48KHz (MP3), 32 192kpbs (WMA)

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MP3
LG Zenith DVD Players that possess the MP3 logo are capable of playing MP3 audio files
stored on CD-R and CD-RW discs. Some models are also capable of playing MP3 files stored on DVDR/
RW discs.
WMA
files.

Many LG Zenith DVD Players support playback of Windows Media files as well as MP3
MP3 and WMA disc compatibility with LG Zenith DVD players is limited as follows:
Sampling Frequency
o 8 48KHz (MP3)
o 22 48KHz (WMA) [32 48KHZ on some models]
Bit rate
o 32 320kbps (MP3) [8 320kbps on some models]
o 40 192kbps (WMA) [32 192kbps on some models]
File extension
o mp3
o wma
CD-R file structure format must be ISO 9660 (Direct-CD or Drag-to-Disc, not supported)
File names over 8 characters will not be displayed (beyond first 8 characters)
File names may not contain non-standard characters ( / ? * : < > | etc)
The total number of files on the disc support varies between models

JPEG
Many LG Zenith DVD Players are capable of displaying JPEG photos stored on CD-R and
CD-RW discs. Additionally, several DVD Players also support Kodak Picture Disc playback.
JPEG disc compatibility with LG Zenith DVD Players is limited as follows:
Depending on the size and number of JPEG files, it may take a long time for the DVD Player
to read the disc contents. If you do not see an on-screen display after several minutes,
some of the files may be too large. In this case, reduce the resolution of the JPEG images to
less than 3760 x 3840 and create another disc.
File extension should be .jpg not .jpe or .jpeg
The number of supported files on a disc varies between models (650 999)
DVDR/RW
Not all DVD Players are able to play DVD Recordable media. LG Zenith DVD Players
range in their DVD Recordable format playback support. Each models capabilities are listed in the Owners
Manual. DVD Players can support playback of discs recorded in any, all, or none of the following formats;
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW.

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Regional Playback Control (RPC)

Region Codes were established into the DVD Standard, mainly in order to protect the copyright
interests associated with movies, as well as to respect and adhere to each countrys respective laws and
policies governing ratings, censorship, release windows, and rights for home video product. The global
market was divided into multiple regions. Each region is assigned a number. This Region Code is coded into
both DVD discs and DVD Players. Before a DVD movie will display, the Region Code in both the Disc and
the Player must match.
In the simplest of terms, a DVD Movie sold in the U.S. will not play in a DVD Player in Europe,
where the theatrical version of the movie could still be playing.
REGION 1 USA, Canada, US Territories
REGION 2 Europe, Japan, South Africa,
the Middle East, Greenland
REGION 3 South Korea, Taiwan, Hong
Kong, Most of South East Asia
REGION 4 Australia, New Zealand
(Oceania), Latin America (Central and
South America)
REGION 5 Eastern Europe, Russia,
Asia, India, Africa
REGION 6 China
REGION 7 Reserved for Unspecified
Special Use
REGION 8 Reserved for Cruise Ships,
Airlines, etc...
REGION 0 or REGION ALL Discs are
un-coded and can be played Worldwide,
however, PAL discs must be played in a PAL-compatible unit and NTSC discs must be played in an NTSCcompatible unit.
LG Zenith DVD Players sold in the U.S. and Canada are designed to play DVD discs labeled
Region 1 or ALL (0). Any modification to a DVD Player to enable it to play a DVD disc with any other
Region Code is prohibited and automatically voids the warranty.
NOTE: Some DVD discs may not have a region code label even though their playback is prohibited by area
limits.
RCE (Regional Coding Enhancement)
Shortly after the establishment of DVDs on the
market, certain people began to circumvent the Region
Code system and modify DVD Players to play all
DVDs, regardless of Region Codes. The players are
usually referred to as Region Free or Multi-Region
DVD Players. Any DVD Player that has been modified,
either physically or via software, no longer conforms to
the DVD Standard and is void of any warranty. Most
often, the manner in which DVD Players are modified
to become Region Free is that the Region Code
embedded in the unit is changed to zero (0), meaning
all regions. This initial method would allow most any
DVD disc to play within the unit since the most

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common check for the disc was for the software (on the disc) to confirm that the DVD Player was either the
same Region Code on the disc, or 0 (ALL).
Some production studios have added additional coding to the software on DVD movies called RCE,
or Regional coding Enhancement. In short, the RCE coding checks the Region Code setting on the DVD
Player. If the Region Code of the player is 0, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8, then the disc will not play and an error
screen is displayed. If the DVD Players Region Code is 1, then the disc is playable (RCE is only used on
Region 1 DVDs).
NOTE: Due to the way that the software on some DVD Players establishes the Region Code, RCE encoded
DVDs may displayed the error message even if the DVD Player has never been modified or hacked. By
entering the System Information screen, you can determine the Region Code that the DVD is set to. If the
DVD Player is set to Region 1, report the problem, including all disc information and firmware version, to the
Engineering Department.

It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast via cable, play in public, or rent (movie
rental firms purchase special licenses to permit renting materials) copyrighted material without permission.
LG Zenith DVD Players incorporate various copy protection technologies designed to protect the copyright
interests of content providers. Circumvention, reverse engineering, or disabling these copy protections is a
violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998.

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Macrovision ACP (Analog Content Protection)

Macrovision ACP prevents or distorts copies of DVDs made over an analog interface to DVD
recorders, PCs, digital video recorders (like TiVo, ReplayTV and Media Center PCs), in addition to D-VHS
recorders (DVRs) and VCRs. ACP technology is activated when a rights owner instructs the authoring facility
to set Macrovision analog content protection control bits during the authoring process. The activation bits
instruct an integrated circuit within the playback device to add ACP to the outgoing analog video. The
content protection is transparent when content is viewed, but prevents or substantially degrades copies
made on DVD recorders, DVRs, PCs, Media Center PCs, D-VHS recorders and VCRs. The DVD application
process for ACP and RipGuard DVD can be transparently combined at the replication facility, regardless of
the type of manufacturing systems used. Macrovision ACP is also available for VHS. When Macrovision
ACP is present and the DVD Players output is passed through a VCR, the resulting video may show as
distortion, rolling, black & white, color stripes, or light & dark cycling. Macrovision ACP affects only the video,
not the audio.
Circumvention of the Macrovision technology is prohibited in the U.S. under the Digital Millennium
Copyright Act (DMCA).
CGMS (Copy Generation Management System)
CGMS is additional copy protection system which contains greater control and options than
Macrovision ACP. With CGMS, content providers can govern the extent that their product is copied. While
Macrovision restricts all copying of content, CGMS can prevent initial copies or generational copies. For
example, HBO uses CGMS to allow consumers to record most programming (initial copied allowed).
However, any On-Demand programming is restricted (initial copy restricted) . In addition, any of the copied
programming that was permitted with CGMS is restricted from being copied again (generational copy
restricted).
CSS (Content Scramble System)
CSS is an encryption system present on some DVD movies that is intended to prevent making
perfect copies directly from DVD-Video discs. A CSS decryption key stored on the DVD Player must match
the set of keys included on the disc. Once the keys are confirmed, the DVD Player decrypts the data before
it is decoded and displayed. CSS rarely becomes an issue in dealing with DVD Players designed for home
use. In fact, users will usually never know if a DVD movie has CSS or not, unless they are using a DVDROM drive in a PC.

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CPPM (Content Protection for Prerecorded Media)

CPPM is a CSS-like system that is used only on DVD-Audio discs. A Hybrid DVD-Video/DVDAudio disc could contain both CSS and CPPM content.
CPRM (Content Protection for Recordable Media)
CPRM is a system used in DVD Recorders. Similar to CSS, the CPRM system uses embedded keys
exchanged between the disc and player to decrypt content before playback is possible. In this case, the
keys are generated based on the serial number of the recordable disc being used. When CPRM is enabled
(within the broadcast program being recorded), the resulting disc will only be playable on the DVD Recorder
it was create on, or in some cases, a DVD player that supports CPRM.
DCPS (Digital Copy Protection System) or 5C
DCPS (5C) is the copy protection system used for the IEEE 1394 interface between products. In
short, 5C creates a secure channel between two devices connected by IEEE 1394 to prevent any other
devices connected from piggy-backing into the signal.
HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
HDCP is very similar in function to 5C but, is designed for DVI and HDMI connections. While HDCP
deals with high definition resolutions, it does not stand for the common misconception of High Definition
Copy Protection. When a DVD Player and a Display Device that is HDCP Compliant are connected,
authentication keys are exchanged to provide a secure connection. Once a secure connection is
established, copy protected content can be transmitted from the DVD Player to the Display at high
resolutions.
Macrovision ACP, CGMS (Copy Generation Management System), CSS (Content Scramble
System), and CPPM (Content Protection for Recordable Media) are all optional for the DVD disc creators. A
DVD could include any, all, or none of these copy protection systems. CPRM (Content Protection for
Recordable Media) is optional for broadcasters and is performed within DVD Recorders. 5C (DCPS) and
HDCP are performed by DVD Players to secure their digital video outputs whenever copy protection is
present on a DVD disc.

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Display Menu

The Display Menu, accessed by pressing the DISPLAY button on the Remote Control during playback,
shows the status of playback. You can also adjust and select certain options using the Display Menu.
Depending on the type of disc being played, certain options may or may not be displayed or available.
Title (Group for DVD-Audio) The currently selected Title is displayed. Use the Left / Right Arrow buttons or
number keys to change titles.
Chapter (Track for DVD-Audio) The currently selected Chapter is displayed. Use the Left / Right Arrow
buttons or number keys to change chapters. Chapters are not available for Video CD and DivX files.
Time The current playback time is displayed. You can perform a time search by entering the desires time
spot to jump to by using the number keys and pressing ENTER.
Audio The currently selected Audio Language and Digital Audio Output mode are displayed. Use the Left /
Right Arrow buttons or the AUDIO button to change the audio options.
Subtitle The currently selected Subtitle language is displayed. Use the Left / Right Arrow buttons or
SUBTITLE button to change the subtitle selection. Subtitles are not available for Video CDs.
Angle The current video angle is displayed. When alternate camera angles are available, use the Left /
Right Arrow buttons or the ANGLE button to select a different angle. Alternate angles are not available for
Video CD and DivX files.
Page (DVD-Audio only) The currently selected page, if applicable, of DVD-Audio video features, is
displayed. Use the Left / Right Arrow buttons or the ANGLE button to select a different page.
Sound Mode The currently selected sound processing mode is displayed. Use the Left / Right Arrow
buttons to change modes, if applicable. Sound Mode is not available for DVD-Audio

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Playback Flowchart

Press of Power Button

Press of Open/Close Button
Power Input from Remote Control

Power On

HELLO will show on

Front Display
Load
Operating
System

Disc Tray
Open?

Splash Screen
will show on
Display Device

No

Close Disc Tray

No

Move Sled to Inner

Position

Yes

Sled at Inner
Position?
Yes
Determine if a
Disc is
present and
what type

Has Open/
Close been
pressed?

Last Scene
Memory point is
saved

Yes

Stop Playback

Splash Screen will

show on Display Device
w/ open message

Open Disc Tray

No
Perform
Pressed Key
operation or
Disc
Instructions

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Has Open /
Close been
pressed?

Yes

No
If any key has been pressed on either R/C or Buttons,
perform that operation. (Play, Menu, Power, etc)
If no keys have been pressed, perform operation as
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Playback Operation
Playing a DVD or Video CD
The most basic and general method of playback of a DVD disc or Video CD is to insert the disc and
allow any previews or other short titles to play and automatically enter the disc menu. Once the disc menu is
displayed on the screen, select play movie. The DVD Player will play the disc according to the instructions
set forth by the disc. Once the feature has completed, the DVD Player will return to the disc menu.
Titles/Groups
In most cases, especially DVD movies, this above mentioned basic method is all that is required.
However, on some DVD discs, such as video calibration discs, require the user to move from title to title. In
order to change titles (or groups on a DVD-Audio disc) manually, press the display button on the Remote
Control and either input the desired title number with the number buttons or the Left / Right Arrow buttons.
Chapters/Tracks
There are two methods in which you can change chapters. The first method is to simply use the
SKIP  button/key to advance to the next chapter or the SKIP  button/key to repeat the current chapter.
A second press of the SKIP  button/key will move back one chapter. The second method is to press the
display button on the Remote Control, select the chapter/track icon and either use the Left / Right Arrow
buttons to select the desired chapter or use the number buttons to directly access the desired chapter.
Search
You may search either forward or backward during playback in two methods. The first method is by
using the Remote Control. Press the SCAN  button to begin searching forward during playback. Each
time you press the SCAN  button the playback will speed up. To search backwards, press the SCAN 
button in the same manner. For DVDs, the increments will change from x2, x4, x16, and x100 with each
press of the SCAN buttons. For Video CDs, the increments will change from x2, x4, and x8 in forward only,
as reverse scan is not available. The Remote Control for some models features a jog-knob instead of SCAN
buttons. Simply turn the knob in the direction you wish to search, the farther the knob is turned, the faster
the search becomes. To exit search mode, simply press the PLAY button.
The second method is the same principle, except using the front key controls instead of the Remote
Control. The front key controls do not have separate SCAN buttons. Simply press and hold the SKIP  or
 keys to begin searching.
Still Image, Frame Advance, & Slow Motion
You may freeze the playback by pressing the PAUSE button/key. Repeatedly pressing the PAUSE
button/key will advance the image one frame at a time.
NOTE: During playback of DVD discs that were created by a consumer on a DVD Recorder that uses
variable bit-rate encoding, the Frame Advance function may skip several frames when first initialized in order
to determine the bit-rate used.
While playback is paused, you may also slowly scan forwards and backwards (only forward with
Video CDs) by pressing the SCAN >> or << buttons. The slow motion speed is adjusted by repeatedly
pressing the SCAN >> and << buttons in increments of 1/16 speed, 1/8 speed, 1/4 speed, and 1/2 speed.
Repeat
During playback, pressing the REPEAT (PLAY MODE on some Models) button on the Remote
Control will initiate various Repeat modes depending on the disc type.
DVD-Video discs have Repeat Chapter and Repeat Title modes. Repeat Chapter will repeatedly
play the current Chapter (section of movie). Repeat Title will repeatedly play the current Title (entire movie).
Pressing the REPEAT button will cycle between chapter, title, and off.

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DVD-Audio discs have Repeat Track and Repeat Group modes. Repeat Track will repeatedly play
the current Track. Repeat Group will repeatedly play the current Group. Pressing the REPEAT button will
cycle between track, group, and off.
Video CDs have Repeat Track and Repeat All modes. Repeat Track will repeatedly play the current
track (video file). Repeat All is repeatedly play all the tracks available on the disc (entire discs). Pressing the
REPEAT button will cycle between track, all, and off. In order for the Repeat function of operate on a Video
CD with PBC, the PBC selection in the Set-up Menu of the DVD Player must be set to OFF.
You may also specify a sequence to repeat. Press the A-B button on the Remote Control to specify
the beginning of the sequence to repeat. Once the playback reaches the end of the sequence you wish to
repeat, press the A-B button again to set the end point. The playback will repeatedly play the sequence
you have specified with A (begin) and B (end) points. To stop the A-B Sequence, press the A-B button
again.
Tip: Pressing the SKIP  button/key while a Repeat function is in operation will cancel the repeating.
Time Search
You may begin playback or skip playback to a specific time within the feature (movie). For example,
if you wish to go to at point 45 minutes into the feature press the DISPLAY button on the Remote Control
and select the time icon. Input 4 5 0 0 and press the ENTER button and the playback will skip to 45
minutes into the feature. If you make an error while inputting the time, simply press the CLEAR button.
Zoom
During playback, or even still image, you may enlarge the picture using the Zoom function. Press
the ZOOM button on the Remote Control and the screen will enlarge. When the Zoom function is first
initialized, a box will appear on the screen indicating which portion of the screen is enlarged. You may use
the Arrow buttons on the Remote Control to select different portions of the image to enlarge. After a short
time, the display will disappear. Each press of the ZOOM button will change the screen size and toggle off.
Check each models Owners Manual for the level of zoom available. Pressing the CLEAR button will
return playback to normal.
NOTE: The Zoom Function may be disabled on some DVD discs.
Marker Search
You can start or skip playback at up to nine memorized points. To enter a marker, press the
MARKER button on the Remote Control at the desired point on the disc. The Marker icon will appear
briefly on the screen. Repeat to enter up to nine markers. During playback press the SEARCH button on
the Remote Control to display the list of markers. Using the Left / right Arrow buttons, you may select any of
the markers and press ENTER to jump to that point. Pressing the CLEAR button will remove the selected
marker from the list.
Camera Angle
Some DVD discs contain scenes recorded at different camera angles. When a DVD disc contains
alternate angles, the angle indictor will blink on the front display of the DVD Player, indicating that angle
switching is possible. Press the ANGLE button on the Remote Control to select an alternate camera angle.
Audio Language
DVD movies may contain multiple audio tracks. Additional tracks may include alternate languages or
commentary dialog. Pressing the AUDIO button on the Remote Control will cycle through the available
audio tracks on the disc.
Subtitles
To select subtitles and/or subtitle languages available on the disc, press the SUBTITLE button on
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Most DVD movies contain a Disc Menu. This menu is part of the DVD itself and provides access to the
feature presentation, additional featurettes, special features, etc. The items included vary from disc to disc,
typically including the following:

Play Movie Selecting this item will begin playback of the movie or main feature. Various DVD titles will
handle this feature differently but, they all will eventually begin playback of the movie. Some DVDs will play
a series of previews of other movies (trailers) or other various copyright warnings and disclaimers. In short,
the Play Movie feature from the Disc Menu is a set of instructions for the DVD Player for playback.
Languages The Languages, or Language Selection, item allows the user to select the dialog language for
playback from the available languages on the disc. Typically, on a Region 1 Disc, the default language is
English and a selection will not be necessary unless a language other than English is desired.
Scene Selection The Scene Selection, or chapter Selection, item allows the user direct access to any of
the Chapters of the main title (feature). Unlike the Play Movie item, Scene Selection is direct access by
addressing title and chapter marks to begin playback from.
TIP: If the Play Movie feature causes problems within the DVD Player, try to directly access the first chapter
of the movie. This may provide the user the ability to play the movie while a resolution to the issue is
developed.
Special Features Special features are one of the major advantages of DVDs over VHS tapes. The Special
Features item, if available, will often open a sub-menu listing the various additional features on the disc.
These additional features may often include directorys commentaries which is an additional audio track with
the normal sound level decreased and comments of the films director (or others) easily heard. Special
Features may also include small featurettes documenting the making of the main feature and/or historical
background of the main feature.
Audio Setup If the DVD disc includes multiple audio formats, such as the addition of DTS, the Audio
Setup item provides access to select the desired audio format.
Subtitles The Subtitles item will provide access to select between multiple subtitle languages if available
on the disc.

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Audio CD or MP3 Disc

All LG Zenith DVD Players are capable for playing Audio CDs. Most LG Zenith DVD Players are
capable of playing MP3 files. Various DVD Players can read MP3 files from DVDR, DVDRW, CD-R, or
CD-RW discs, while other DVD Players can only read MP3 files from CD-R and CD-RW discs. Check the
Owners Manual of each DVD Player to determine which type of disc that MP3 files can be read from.
It is also important to check the Owners Manual to determine what restrictions are imposed on
reading MP3 files from a disc. Each DVD Player has different requirements on the sampling rate, file
structure, and number of total files on a disc containing MP3 files.
NOTE: Customers should note that permission is required in order to download MP3 / WMA files and music
from the internet. LG Electronics has no right to grant such permission. Permission should always be sought
from the copyright owner.
The most basic and general method of playback of an Audio CD or MP3 Disc is to insert the disc
and allow playback to begin automatically. Audio CDs will automatically play. MP3 Discs will automatically
play providing there are MP3 files in the root directory of the disc. If a MMP3 Disc contains MP3 files in
folders, playback will not automatically begin.
Changing Tracks / Files
You may advance to the next track on an Audio CD, or file on a MP3 Disc, by pressing the >>|
button/key. Pressing the |<< button/key once will return to the beginning of the track/file, while a second
press will start the previous track/file.
TIP: When playing an Audio CD, you may also directly access any track by inputting the track number with
the number buttons on the Remote Control.
Search
You may search either forward or backward during playback by pressing the SCAN  button for
forward or SCAN  button for backward. Each time you press the SCAN  or  buttons, the playback will
speed up. The increments will change to x2, x4, and x8.
Repeat
During playback, pressing the REPEAT (PLAY MODE on some Models) button on the Remote
Control will initiate the Repeat modes, Track and Repeat All. Repeat Track will repeatedly play the current
track(MP3 file). Repeat All will repeatedly play all the tracks available on the disc (entire discs). Pressing the
REPEAT button will cycle between track, all, and off.
You may also specify a sequence to repeat. Press the A-B button on the Remote Control to specify
the beginning of the sequence to repeat. Once the playback reaches the end of the sequence you wish to
repeat, press the A-B button again to set the end point. The playback will repeatedly play the sequence
you have specified with A (begin) and B (end) points. To stop the A-B Sequence, press the A-B button
again.
Tip: Pressing the SKIP  button/key while a Repeat function is in operation will cancel the repeating.
Random
The Random function will allow playback of tracks, or MP3 files, in a purely random order by simply
pressing the RANDOM button on the Remote Control. Pressing the  button/key will advance to another

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randomly selected track, or MP3 file, while preserving the Random function. Once all of the tracks, or MP3
files, have been played, playback will stop (each track will play once).
Programmed Playback
The Program function allows you to specify which tracks, or MP3 files, to play and the order of
playback. To set tracks for programmed playback, move tracks from the List side of the Audio Disc Menu to
the Program side.
NOTE: All programmed playback is cleared when the disc is ejected or power is turned off.

Playing JPEG Files

Many LG Zenith DVD Players have the ability to display JPEG photo files from CDs. Check the
Owners Manual to determine if a particular LG Zenith DVD Player has this ability and any restrictions
imposed such as file size, structure, or number of files.
After inserting a disc containing JPEG photos, the Photo Menu will appear. Selecting a JPEG file
will begin a slide show on the display. Often, there may be on-screen display containing information such as
the file name. To hide this OSD, press the RETURN button on the Remote Control.

Playing Memory Cards

Select LG Zenith DVD Players are capable of reading files from Memory Cards. Depending on the
individual DVD Player model, available files for playback from a memory card may include MP3 files,
Windows Media files (WMA), JPEG photos, and DivX video files.
Models that are capable of reading files from Memory Cards will have two Memory Card slots.
These slots can accept the following types of Memory Cards:
Compact Flash Card (CFC)
Micro Drive (MD)
Secure Digital Card (SD)
Multi Media Card (MMC)
Memory Stick (MS)
Memory Stick Pro (MS-Pro)
eXtreme Digital picture card (xD)
In order for a Memory Card to be recognized by LG Zenith DVD Players, it must be formatted
using a FAT structure (FAT12, FAT16, or FAT32). NTFS structured Memory Cards are not recognizable. The
DVD Players also impose a limit on the number of files on a Memory Card in order to operate in the unit.
See the Owners Manual for details for each model.
Once a Memory Card has been inserted into one of the two
slots on the DVD Player, press the MEMORY button on the
Remote Control and select the slot with the Memory Card you
wish to access. Once the Memory Card is selected and read,
operation reverts to typical playback of the associated file type on
the card.
NOTE: Only one Memory Card can be inserted into a slot at a time. Both slots can be used but, never insert
two cards into one slot.
NOTE: Before removing a Memory Card, press the MEMORY button on the Remote Control to exit the
Memory Card function of the DVD Player and return to DVD functions (DVD Screen). Failure to exit the
Memory Card function could cause damage to the Memory Card or the files on it.

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DVD Player Maintenance

Keeping the exterior surfaces clean
Do not use volatile liquids such as insecticide spray near the unit
Since they will leave marks on the cabinet surface, do not leave rubber or plastic products in contact
with the unit for long periods of time. This includes the rubber or plastic feet of another electronics
device stacked on top of the DVD Player.
Do not use or keep candles near the DVD Player as they can drop wax on or in the DVD Player or
leave colored marks on the cabinet.
Cleaning the DVD Player
Use a soft, dry cloth. If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution.
Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or paint thinner, as these might damage the
surface of the unit.
The Optical Pick-up assembly should be cleaned after every 1,000 hours of use.

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DVD Operation Troubleshooting

Will not Play Disc

At All
Invalid Disc

Can Access Menu

But Not Play Movie

Region Code not 1

Problems During
Movie Playback

Skips

Scratched Disc
Region Code
Dirty Disc

A / V Sync

RCE error
Auto - Play

Layer Change

Feature LockUp

Dirty Lens

Customer States
Wont Play
No Dialog
Connections

Progressive Scan

Connections
Settings

No Video

No Audio

Often, when a customer calls in with a problem, their problem will be stated as Wont Play. While
this may seem logical to the customer, it gives no detail as to what the problem actually is and no means to
resolve the problem. This issue can usually be broken down into one of five categories; No Video, No
Audio, Problems during Playback, Problems accessing Movie, or Will not play disc at all.
No Video
The most common cause for a customer not being able to see video from the DVD Player is that the
DVD Player is set to Progressive Scan and the TV cannot accept such signals. The Progressive Scan
feature changes the output of the DVD Players Component output to 480p resolution from 480i and turns off
the Composite and S-Video outputs. In order for a TV to accept and display video when the Progressive
Scan feature is enabled is if it is a digital ED or HD TV capable of displaying 480p video. Many customers
will enable the Progressive Scan feature while connected to a standard analog TV. This will cause No
Video. To correct this issue, simply turn the Progressive Scan feature OFF in the DVD Players Setup Menu
(Press and hold the STOP button for 5 second, without a disc in the unit).
Another possible cause of No Video to investigate before assuming that the DVD Player is in need
or service is the possibility of faulty connections. Confirm that the DVD Player is connected to the TV
correctly and that the TV is set to the correct input.
No Audio
A common cause for a customer to complain of no audio output is incorrect settings of the DVD
Players Audio options. Dolby Digital, DTS, and MPEG should only be set to Bitstream if the connected
equipment is capable of receiving such signals. A/V Receivers capable of receiving Dolby Digital and/or DTS
will carry the respected logos. Otherwise, these settings should be OFF or PCM.
Another common cause of customers complaining No Audio is if the audio connections are not
correct from the DVD Player to the TV or A/V Receiver. Confirm that the DVD Player is connected to the TV
or A/V Receiver correctly and that the TV or A/V Receiver is set to the correct input.
With Home Theater in a Box (HTiB) models, a common cause of audio problems is if the customer
does not understand the purpose and correct usage of the Center Channel speaker. In surround sound
modes, the Center Channel speaker provides the entire dialog, with the Left and Right Channels providing
front stage background. If the Center speaker is not corrected, then no dialog will be heard.
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Problems During Movie Playback

This category is defined by; The DVD Player can read the disc, access the menu, and begin
playback with issues developing during the feature playback. One possible cause of concern to customers
is the layer change required for playback of any Dual Layered DVD. Once the DVD Players reaches the
outer edge of the first layer, the laser must refocus to begin reading the inner layer. The servo motor that
moves the laser assembly must also change directions and begin bringing the laser inward. This transition
requires a certain amount of time, causing a slight pause in the playback, usually near the middle and lowaction portion of the movie. There is nothing wrong with the DVD Player, however, as a laser ages or gets
dirty, this layer change will take an increasingly longer time.
If a disc is scratched, dirty, or otherwise damaged, playback may be affected during playback. If the
inner portion of the disc is without flaws but, the middle or outer portions have flaws, playback will begin
normal with problems developing later into the playback. Check the disc for any damage or debris.
Another possible issue during playback of a movie could be the audio and video becoming out of
sync with each other. This can be a common issue with up-conversion DVD Players, and sometimes
demonstrated on other standard DVD Players. Sometimes when a movie has been paused for an
extended amount of time and then resumed, the audio and video can become out of sync. Due to the extra
video processing required within up-conversion DVD Players, this can be a common occurrence which is
easily remedied. Simply Reverse Scan the movie slightly and then resume playback. This will allow the DVD
Player to re-sync the audio and video and resume correct playback. If audio and video sync issues are seen
on standard DVD Players, and is demonstrated on multiple DVD titles, it must be reported to the LG
Electronics Engineering Department for investigation.

Problems Starting Movie but Can Access Menu

This category is defined by; The DVD Player can read the disc and typically access the DVD Menu,
however, the movie cannot begin. One aspect of this type of issue is a feature lockup. This is characterized
by selecting Play Movie from the DVD Menu and then the DVD Player locks up on one of the small titles
before the main feature title, such as one of the various disclaimers often included within a DVD disc. When
a feature lockup occurs, the LG Electronics Engineering Department should be notified. A temporary workaround for the customer is to access the Chapter/Scene Selection portion of the DVD Menu and select
Chapter 1 as a start point for playback, effectively bypassing any and all disclaimers and previews, until an
official resolution is developed.
Another potential problem in this category relates to Region Codes. If the Region Code of the DVD
has been changed, or is otherwise incorrect (not 1), then anytime a Region Coded 1 DVD is inserted, a
Region Code Error will be displayed. The Region Code of the DVD Player can be verified by accessing the
System Information Screen (pg.17). The Region Code will be displayed on the second line of information.
For all LG Zenith DVD Players sold in the U.S., the Region code should be 1. If the Region Code is set to
anything but 1, it must be changed to 1.
Even though Region Code 0 should play all DVD movies, some DVD Titles include RCE encoding
(pg. 24) requiring a DVD Player to be set to Region 1 and not allowing playback on any other Region Code.
If the DVD Player is set to 0, it must be changed to 1. If the DVD Player is set to 1, and the region Code
Error Screen is still displayed, the issue must be reported to LG Electronics Engineering Department as
there may be an issue within the coding of the DVD Player itself.

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Problems Reading the Disc

This category is defined by; The DVD Player cannot recognize the disc at all and either locks up or
ejects the disc with invalid disc, or similar message, displayed. There are several factors that can cause
this issue, other than DVD Player failure, that should be investigated prior to sending the DVD player in for
service.
Confirm that the disc in question is supported by the DVD Player. Various models have different
capabilities in regards to playable discs. Keep in mind that even though a customer might say It is a DVD
disc, that does not tell what type of DVD disc it is. Not all LG Zenith DVD Players can play all types of
DVD discs. All DVD Players are capable of playing DVD-Video discs but, only select models can play DVDAudio or DVD-ROM discs.
Confirm that the disc is not scratched or dirty. Scratches or debris on the inner portion of the disc or
excessive damage to the entire disc, can render the disc unreadable.
Check the status of the Auto Play function of the DVD Player. If a particular DVD-Video disc is not
being read by the DVD Player but, other DVD-Video discs are read, the disc in question may not be
compatible with Auto Play. Turn the Auto Play feature OFF and retry the disc.
If the DVD Player is in an area where it is susceptible to dust or cigarette smoke, the lens assembly
may get dirty and prevent proper reading of a disc. Recommend that the customer use a lens cleaning disc
in order to attempt to clean the unit.
The laser in a DVD Player does wear out with time and use. Therefore there are cases where a
DVD Player will require service.

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SECTION II Technical Information

Safety Notes
Product Safety Guidelines
Servicing Precautions
Loading Mechanism
Disassembly
Pickup Assembly Removal
Block Diagram
DVD Player Operation Flowchart
Technical Troubleshooting Flowchart
Updating Firmware

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PRODUCT SAFETY SERVICING GUIDELINES FOR VIDEO PRODUCTS

Important

Safety Notice
This section of the manual was prepared for use only by trained audio-video service technicians.
When servicing this product, under no circumstances should the original design be modified or altered
without permission from LG Electronics Inc. / Zenith Electronics Corporation. All components should be
replaced only with types identical to those in the original circuit and their physical location, wiring and lead
dress must conform to original layout upon completion of repairs.
Special components are also used to prevent x-radiation, shock and fire hazard. These components are
indicated by the letter x included in their component designators and are required to maintain safe
performance. No deviations are allowed without prior approval by LG Electronics Inc. / Zenith Electronics
Corporation. Circuit diagrams may occasionally differ from the actual circuit used. This way, implementation
of the latest safety and performance improvement changes into the set is not delayed until the new service
literature is printed.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way. Never perform customized installations without
manufacturers approval. Unauthorized modifications will not only void the warranty, but may lead to
property damage or user injury.
Service work should be performed only after you are thoroughly familiar with these safety checks and
servicing guidelines.
Graphic Symbols
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the service personnel to
important safety information in the service literature.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
service personnel to the presence of non-insulated dangerous voltage that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The pictorial representation of a fuse and its rating within an equilateral triangle is intended to
convey to the service personnel the following fuse replacement caution notice:
CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINSTRISKOF FIRE, REPLACE ALLFUSES
WITH THE SAME TYPE ANDRATING AS MARKED NEAR EACH FUSE.
SERVICE INFORMATION
While servicing, use an isolation transformer for protection from AC line shock. After the original service
problem has been corrected, make a check of the following:
FIRE AND SHOCK HAZARD
1. Be sure that all components are positioned to avoid a possibility of adjacent component shorts.
This is especially important on items trans-ported to and from the repair shop.
2. Verify that all protective devices such as insulators, barriers, covers, shields, strain reliefs, power
supply cords, and other hardware have been reinstalled per the original design. Be sure that the safety
purpose of the polarized line plug has not been defeated.
3. Soldering must be inspected to discover possible cold solder joints, solder splashes, or sharp
solder points. Be certain to remove all loose foreign particles.
4. Check for physical evidence of damage or deterioration to parts and components, for frayed leads
or damaged insulation (including the AC cord), and replace if necessary.
5. No lead or component should touch a high current device or a resistor rated at 1 watt or more.
Lead tension around protruding metal surfaces must be avoided.
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6. After reassembly of the set, always perform an AC leakage test on all exposed metallic parts of
the cabinet (the channel selector knobs, antenna terminals, handle and screws) to be sure that set is safe to
operate without danger of electrical shock. DO NOT USE A LINE ISOLATION TRANSFORMER DURING
THIS TEST. Use an AC voltmeter having 5000 ohms per volt or more sensitivity in the following manner:
Connect a 1500 ohm, 10watt resistor, paralleled by a .15 mfd 150V AC type capacitor between a known
good earth ground water pipe, conduit, etc.) and the exposed metallic parts, one at a time. Measure the AC
voltage across the combination of1500 ohm resistor and .15 mfd capacitor. Reverse the AC plug by using
anon-polarized adaptor and repeat AC voltage measurements for each exposed metallic part. Voltage
measured must not exceed 0.75 volts RMS. This corresponds to 0.5 milliamp AC. Any value exceeding this
limit constitutes a potential shock hazard and must be corrected immediately.
TIPS ON PROPER INSTALLATION
1. Never install any receiver in a closed-in recess, cubbyhole, or closely fitting shelf space over, or
close to, a heat duct, or in the path of heated air flow.
2. Avoid conditions of high humidity such as: outdoor patio installations where dew is a factor, near
steam radiators where steam leakage is a factor, etc.
3. Avoid placement where draperies may obstruct venting. The customer should also avoid the use
of decorative scarves or other coverings that might obstruct ventilation.
4. Wall- and shelf-mounted installations using a commercial mounting kit must follow the factoryapproved mounting instructions. A product mounted to a shelf or platform must retain its original feet (or the
equivalent thickness in spacers) to provide adequate air flow across the bottom. Bolts or screws used for
fasteners must not touch any parts or wiring. Perform leakage tests on customized installations.
5. Caution customers against mounting a product on a sloping shelf or in a tilted position, unless the
receiver is properly secured.
6. A product on a roll-about cart should be stable in its mounting to the cart. Caution the customer on
the hazards of trying to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets.
7. Caution customers against using extension cords. Explain that a forest of extensions, sprouting
from a single outlet, can lead to disastrous consequences to home and family.

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SERVICING PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION : Before servicing the DVD covered by this service data and its supplements and addends, read
and follow the SAFETYPRECAUTIONS.
NOTE : if unforeseen circumstances create conflict between the following servicing precautions and any of
the safety precautions in this publications, always follow the safety precautions. Remember Safety First:
General Servicing Precautions
1.Always unplug the DVD AC power cord from the AC power source before:
(1)Removing or reinstalling any component, circuit board, module, or any other assembly.
(2)Disconnection or reconnecting any internal electrical plug or other electrical connection.
(3)Connecting a test substitute in parallel with an electrolytic capacitor.
Caution: A wrong part substitution or incorrect polarity installation of electrolytic capacitors may
result in an explosion hazard.
2.Do not spray chemicals on or near this DVD or any of its assemblies.
3.Unless specified otherwise in this service data, clean electrical contacts by applying an
appropriate contact cleaning solution to the contacts with a pipe cleaner, cotton-tipped swab, or comparable
soft applicator. Unless specified otherwise in this service data, lubrication of contacts is not required.
4. Do not defeat any plug/socket B+ voltage interlocks.
5. Do not apply AC power to this DVD and/or any of its electrical assemblies unless all solid-state
device heat sinks are correctly installed.
6.Always connect test instrument ground lead to the appropriate ground before connection the test
instrument positive lead. Always remove the test instrument ground lead last.
Insulation Checking Procedure
Disconnect the attachment plug from the AC outlet and turn the power on. Connect an insulation resistance
meter(500V)to the blades of the attachment plug. The insulation resistance between each blade of the
attachment plug and accessible conductive parts (Note 1) should be more than 1M-ohm.
Note 1 : Accessible Conductive Parts including Metal panels, Input terminals, Earphone jacks, etc.
Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices
Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components
commonly are called Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated
circuits and some field effect transistors and semiconductor chip components. The following techniques
should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by static electricity.
1.Immediately before handling any semiconductor component or semiconductor-equipped
assembly, drain off any electrostatic charge on your body by touching a known earth ground. Alternatively,
obtain and wear a commercially available discharging wrist strap device, which should be removed for
potential shock reasons prior to applying power to the unit under test.
2.After removing an electrical assembly equipped with ES devices, place the assembly on a
conductive surface such as aluminum foil, to prevent electrostatic charge buildup or exposure of the
assembly.
3.Use only a grounded-tip soldering iron to solder or unsolder ES devices.
4.Use only an anti-static solder removal device. Some solder removal devices not classified a antistatic can generate electrical charges sufficient to damage ES devices.
5.Do not use Freon-propelled chemicals. These can generate electrical charge sufficient to damage
ES devices.
6.Do not remove a replacement ES device from its protective package until immediately before you
are ready to install it. (Most replacement ES devices are packaged with leads electrically shorted together
by conductive foam, aluminum foil, or comparable conductive material).
7.Immediately before removing the protective material from the leads of a replacement ES device,
touch the protective material to the chassis or circuit assembly into which the device will be installed.
Caution : Be sure no power is applied to the chassis or circuit, and observe all other safety precautions.
8.Minimize bodily motions when handling unpackaged replacement ES devices. (Normally harmless
motion such as the brushing together of your clothes fabric or the lifting of your foot from a carpeted floor
can generate static electricity sufficient to damage an ES device.)
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Mechanics of a DVD Player

Description of Loading Mechanism

The loading mechanism operates in nearly the same manner on most LG Zenith DVD Players,
with the exception of Multi-disc, Portable, and Vacuum Loading models. As the Loading Motor turns a series
of belts and gears engage with teeth on the bottom side of the Disc Tray to move it in or out. When the Disc
Tray begins moving forward from the rest position, a channel on the bottom side of the tray moves the Sled
Lever to the down position. This allows the Sled Assembly to lower, releasing the Clamp Assembly and
dropping the Spindle Motor from underneath the disc, allowing the disc to rest on the Disc Tray. Once the
Disc Tray has reached the fully out position, raised sections underneath engage switches that allows the
DVD Player to know the tray is open and to stop turning the Loading Motor. Pushing the Disc Tray inward
slightly to disengage these switches, or pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button will reverse the process.

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The Clamp Assembly consists of the Clamp, a Magnet, and a Plate to secure the assembly. The
Clamp Assembly is secured into the Clamp Holder by three tabs. Removal and Assembly is accomplished
by aligning the tabs of the Clamp Holder with the indentions of the Clamp Assembly and gentle pressing or
prying of a side. The magnet in the Clamp Assembly is strong enough to hold the Clamp Assembly onto the
Spindle Motor, with the Disc sandwiched in between.
TIP: Metallic or tacky debris could attach to the
bottom side of the Clamp Assembly, preventing
proper alignment onto the Spindle Motor. This could
result in a disc not spinning correctly with the Spindle
Motor and improper disc reading. Check the Clamp
Assembly for any foreign objects or substances and/
or physical defects.

Most models of LG DVD

Products have a Tray Cover attached
to the front edge of the Disc Tray.
This Tray Cover is a decorative piece
to match the Front Bezel and, in most
cases, must be removed before the
Front Bezel or Deck Mechanism can
be removed.
TIP: If the Disc Tray is not completely
returning to its closed position, make
sure that the Tray Cover is not
misaligned.

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Disassembly
Top Cover

1.
2.
3.

Remove the screws on the sides and along

the rear edges. (A)
Pull the Top Cover slightly towards the rear
of the DVD Player about inch.
Lift the Top cover straight up.
(You may need to gently pull the bottom
edges of the cover away from the sides of
the DVD Player.)

In most cases, portions of the CDM sit atop various boards within the DVD Player. Therefore the
CDM will need to be removed prior to any circuit board removal. Since the Front Bezel is sandwiched
between the Tray Cover and CDM, the Tray Cover must be removed.
Tray Cover
1.
Press the OPEN/CLOSE key to eject
the Disc Tray
2.
Once the Disc Tray is OPEN, remove
power.
3.
Gently pull the bottom of the Tray Cover
slightly away from the Disc Tray.
4.
Pull the Tray Cover up and off of the
Disc Tray.
TIP: This process is best performed by resting both
thumbs on the Disc Tray and using both index fingers to
move the Tray Cover.
NOTE: If the DVD Player is DEAD, the CDM has a
manual eject hole, usually located on either side of the
front right corner of the CDM.
At this point, all of the following disassembly steps REQUIRE that the AC power is removed.
Front Bezel Assembly
1.
Confirm that the Tray Cover has been removed.
2.
Disconnect cabling from the Power Supply and Main Board.
3.
Some models may have screws securing the Front Bezel to the frame base. If present,
remove these screws.
4.
Gently pry the securing tabs along the bottom of the Front Bezel from the frame base.
5.
Gently pry the securing tabs along the sides of the Front Bezel from the frame base.
6.
Gently pry the securing tabs along the top of the Front Bezel from the frame base.
7.
Pull the Front Bezel forward away from the frame base.

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CDM

1.
2.
3.

Remove the screws (usually four) securing

the CDM to the frame base.
Disconnect cabling to Power Supply and
Main Board.
Lifting at the rear of the CDM, remove the
CDM from the frame base.

Main Board
Depending on the model year of the DVD Player,
some older models will have an A/V Circuit Board separate
from the Main Board which will require its own removal.
1.
2.

3.

Disconnect any remaining cabling

Remove the screws securing the
Jack Pack to the rear of the frame
base. (Check for screws near all
input and output jacks)
Remove the screws securing the
Main Board to the frame base

Power Supply
1.
2.
3.

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Disconnect cabling to Main Board and

Front Bezel Assembly
Remove Power Cord
Remove the screws securing the
Power Supply to the frame base.

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Pickup Assembly Removal

1.
2.
3.
4.

Disconnect the ribbon cable at the Pickup Assembly.

Remove the screw securing the Main Pick-up Shaft.
Lift the rear end of theMain Pick-up Shaft slightly. (Some models may require the actual
removal of the Main Pick-up Shaft)
Slide the Pickup Assembly backwards, allowing it to twist away from the Main Pick-up

5.

Pull the Pickup Assembly away from the remainder of the mechanism.

Shaft.

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Block Diagram

Once a disc is loaded into the DVD Player, it is clamped onto the Spindle Motor. As the Spindle
Motor begins to spin the disc, the laser is fired from the Pickup Assembly and light is either reflected towards
or deflected away from the Optical Pickup. The Optical Pickup then begins sending data to the DSP (Digital
Signal Processor). The DSP will begin to analyze the data to determine the disc type, as well as, Focus and
Tracking. If any focus or tracking adjustments are needed, the DSP will transmit these adjustments to the
Motor Drive, which will, in turn move the lens and optical pickup. During the entire reading process, the DSP
will instruct the Motor Drive to make continued focus & tracking adjustments, move the Sled Motor to
position the Pickup Assembly along the disc, and adjust the Spindle Motors rpm to ensure constant data
flow rate. The DSP will translate the data from the optical pickup into 1s and 0s, to be sent to the MPEG
Decoder/Micro Processor.

In order for the Optical Pickup to correctly read the data

on a disc, it must make focus adjustments. The Optical Pickup
actually has multiple receptors. For focusing, four receptors are
used, named A-D. The intensity of each of the receptors is
compared to the others. When you subtract the sum of opposite
receptors, the outcome should be zero (in focus). Then the

Once the Optical Pickup is in focus, the tracking must

be maintained. When the tracking is correct, the laser light is
following a single track of data on the disc. When the tracking
is off, the laser is following parts of multiple tracks of data.
Once again, multiple receptors are used. Typically, DVD
tracking, using a smaller laser beam and reading smaller data,
uses four receptors A-D, while CD uses six receptors A-F, and
some recording devices will as many receptors as eight, A-H.
The diagram shows a layout of eight receptors A-H, however,
the principle is the same for using as few as four, A-D. The
goal is comparing the intensity of receptors to ensure that the
laser is riding in the middle of a single track of data by
moving the assembly laterally.
Once again, you can see how blemishes on the disc
surface, such as scratches and foreign substances, can affect
the operation of the DVD Player.

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Any Remote Control commands or front control button interaction is read by the Front Micro
Controller and then fed to the MPEG Decoder/Micro Processor. Feedback of operations, such as track time,
is sent from the MPEG Decoder/Micro Processor to the Front Micro Controller and then to the front display.
In short, the Front Micro Controller handles the interactions between the User and the DVD Player, such as
Power On/Off, Open/Close Disc Tray, Play, Stop, Pause, etc.

Unlike a Music CD, which has only audio data to be read within a track, a DVD has various types a
data that must be read in conjunction with each other. A sample portion of the data stream from a DVD
movie will have portions of data such information as; Address / Instruction data, a portion of the Video data,
Metadata used to sync audio and video, multiple Audio streams such as English, French and Spanish audio
and DTS, and multiple subtitle data. All of these segments of larger complete streams must be separated by
the MPEG Decoder/Micro Processor. So, while you may select to play a DVD movie with English Dolby
Digital audio and no Subtitles, all of the available options are being read on the disc and only the selected
streams are being used.

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Block Diagram

As the MPEG Decoder/Micro Processor

decodes the data stream, the Audio portions are
filtered out and after syncing with the Video, sent
towards the Audio Outputs. The Audio data
designated for Analog Audio is sent to a DAC
(Digital to Analog Converter) and then the Analog
Audio is passed to the Red and White, RCA
type, Audio jacks. Depending on selections within
both the Setup Menu and the Disc Menu, Dolby
Digital audio or DTS audio is sent to both the
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Output jacks.
NOTE: The receiving device (Stereo Receiver,
etc) must be able to accept and process Dolby
Digital signals. Otherwise, analog or PCM audio
must be used. The same is true in regards to
DTS. Also keep in mind, only DVD discs that
specify that they contain DTS audio can provide
DTS, while all DVD discs contain Dolby Digital.
TIP: DVD movie discs that contain DTS audio often require that the User selects the DTS track within the
Disc Menu (often labeled as Audio Options). Otherwise, the audio will default to Dolby Digital.

As the Audio portions of the data stream are being processed, the Video is also being filtered and
sent through another circuit. The luminance (Y) and chrominance (C) portions of the video signal are
collected and sent for the S-Video output. Those two signals are also combined and sent to the Composite
Video output. Both of these outputs will produce 480i (interlaced) video. The same signal sent for the SVideo output will also be sent to the Component Video outputs in the Color-Stream format if the Progressive
Scan feature is turned off. If this feature is turned on, then the video is not interlaced and sent as 480p to the
Component Video outputs in the Color-Stream Pro format.
On some models, those with Up-conversion abilities, the video data stream is also sent to an
additional circuit. The Scaler can convert the video signal to either 480p, 720p or 1080i. When copyprotection requirements (HDCP) are not enforced, 720p or 1080i video can be sent to either the Component
Video output or the DVI/HDMI output. When HDCP is enforced by the disc software, only 480i or 480p is
available to the Component Video output, while DVI/HDMI remains open to the higher resolutions.
The DVI Interface takes the digital video signal from the Scaler and prepares it for transmission to a
Display Device such as a LCD TV or PDP. In order to establish and maintain communication between the

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DVD Player and Display Device, an I2C Bus Extender is needed. The I2C Bus Extender provides expansion
of the communication bus to extend to a Display Device, allowing HDCP handshaking.
NOTE: The I2C Bus was initially designed to provide communication within a unit. With DVI and HDMI
connecting devices together, Bus Extension is needed. The circuitry used can extend the I2C Bus over a DVI
or HDMI cable approximately 50 meters. Since the communication is bi-directional, and only the DVD Player
provides bus extension, this distance must be cut in half, to 25 meters. This, however, does not take into
consideration added capacitance of the DVI / HDMI Cable and the Device Connected. Additional
capacitance reduces the effective range of the I2C Bus. When factoring in the capacitance of standard DVI /
HDMI Cables and Display Devices, the specified effective length of DVI and HDMI Cables is 4-5 meters.
High quality, low capacitance cables, can extend the range more. Likewise, cheaper, inexpensive cables will
have a higher capacitance, reducing the range.

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DVD Player Operation Flowchart

Playback and
Spindle Movement
Stops

Open/Close
Pressed

Loading Motor
begins to turn <<

Disc Error Displayed

1. The Pickup Base lowers causing the Clamp to release.

2. The Disc Tray moves forward, until tray open switches are activated.

Loading Motor
stops turning
Await
Close
Command

A. Press of Open/Close (Button or R/C)

B. Tray is manually moved to reactivate tray open switches

1. The Disc Tray moves in, until tray closed switches are activated.
2. The Pickup Base raises, causing the Clamp to secure.

Loading Motor
begins to turn >>
C
Await
Open/
Close
Command

No

Disc Present?

Yes

On

Valid Format?

Auto Play?

DVD ROM
w/ MP3, JPG, etc

Unknown

Valid Format determined by

DVD Players Playable disc list
and pre-loaded codecs

DVD

DVD
Video / Audio

Disc Type?

No

No

Valid Format determined by

DVD Players Playable disc list
and pre-loaded codecs

CD

Valid Format?

CD - Audio

CD - Rom
w/ MP3, JPG, etc

Show File List

Menu

MP3 WMA

Await
User
Command

Off
Video File

File Type?

Show Disc Menu

Audio
Await
User
Command
DVD

Show File List

Menu

JPG

Await
User
Command

Show File List

Menu

Play selected files

VCD
Play according to
Disc Menu
Selections

Await
User
Command

Play selected File

If no input for 10
minutes

Close Tray
Power OFF

If no input for 5
minutes
(10 Total)

Power OFF

JPG
Play selected files
as Slide Show

If no input for 5
minutes

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Start Screen
Saver

DVD Player Troubleshooting Flowchart

Test

DC voltages from
Power Supply OK?

Yes

Splash
Screen
Shown?

No

Repair or Replace Power

Supply

Power On

No

Check TV Connections

Check MPEG IC

Check FLASH & SDRAM

Check filtering and amp

circuits of video signal

No

Check Loading Motor

and OPEN/CLOSE
switches

Check cable connections

Check Loading Motor

Driver

Check MPEG IC

No

Check Sled Gears and

Mechanism

Check cable connections

Check Sled Motor Driver

Check MPEG IC

Yes

Disc Tray
moves in?

Yes

Sled moves to
inner position?

Yes

Lens shows Focus

movement?

Close Tray w/out Disc

No

Check cable connections

Check Motor Driver

Check MPEG IC

No

Check cable connections

Check Laser Drive circuit

Replace Laser Assembly

Check MPEG IC

Check Lens for

Dirt/Debris

Replace Laser Assembly

Check MPEG IC

Yes

Laser fires?

Yes
Insert Disc
No

Disc Identified?

No

Valid disc type?

Yes

Yes

Spindle spins?

No

Check cable connections

Check Motor Driver

Check MPEG IC

No

Check Lens for

Dirt/Debris

Replace Laser Assembly

Check MPEG IC

No

Check Audio DAC

Check Audio
filter & amps circuits

Check MPEG IC

No

Check Front Cable

Connections

Yes

Disc Plays?

Yes

Audio OK?

Yes

User Controls?

Yes

Communication from
Front to MPEG IC?

Yes

End
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No

Check Front Panel

Power Supply Troubleshooting Tips:

DEAD
Check the Main Fuse, Fusible Resistor,
Optic Coupler (Feedback), and Switching IC
No VF Output Check the > Diode
No -27v Output Check the < Diode
No 12v Output Check Rectifier (14v)
No 3.3v or 8v Output Check Regulators
No Power On/Off Control Check transistors feeding the 5v line

A common reason for apparent failures of the MPEG IC is actually a failure of the System Clock
supplied by Crystal X501. Before assuming that the MPEG IC has failed, confirm that a consistent 27MHz
clock signal is being provided by X501.

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Updating DVD Player Firmware

From time to time, there are changes that need to be made to the operating system of the DVD
Player. These occurrences will require a firmware update to the unit. For most all LG Zenith DVD
Products, except for the first generation DVD Players, firmware updates are performed by simply inserting
an update disc into the disc tray of the player.
Before attempting to update the firmware on a DVD Player, you must first check the current firmware
version. Enter the System Information screen. Most DVD Players will display the firmware version as
MICOM VER:, or similar terminology. Some DVD Recorders will display the firmware version as DVD SW
Ver.:, or similar terminology. If the firmware loaded into the DVD Player is a new version, higher number,
than the update firmware, then there is no need to update the DVD Player. Confirm that the firmware loaded
into the DVD Player is an older version than the update.
Once you have confirmed that the DVD Player needs a firmware update, and that the firmware
update was designed to address the problem that the DVD Player is exhibiting, you must create a DVD
Firmware Update Disc. There are two ways to create an Update Disc.
NOTE: A Personal Computer with Internet access, a CD Writer, and CD writing software is required for these
options.
1. Logon to LG CS Academy (http://www.lgcsa.us) and go to the Product Resources page for the
desired model number. Download and open the Firmware Update (iso) link. CD writing
software will automatically prepare for this Update Disc creation and request a blank CD-R disc.
Click the Burn Disc or Create CD button in the CD writing software to create the Update Disc.
2. If you have the actual firmware file, you may manually create an Update Disc. Depending on the
model and the associated firmware structure, there are two ways that the firmware file must be
placed onto the Update Disc.
Method 1.

1. Create a folder labeled LG_DVD

2. Create a sub-folder labeled FIRMWARE
3. Create a sub-folder labeled UPGRADE
4. Create a sub-folder labeled LG
5. Place the firmware file in the LG folder.
6. Confirm the filename of the firmware file. Typically the file will
be supplied with additional information in the file name, such
as version number. This extra information must be removed
before the DVD Player will recognize the file. A typical, usable,
file name will include only the factory model number preceding
the file extension.

Method 2.

1. Place the firmware file in the root directory of the disc.

2. Confirm the filename of the firmware file. Typically the file will
be supplied with additional information in the file name, such
as version number. This extra information must be removed
before the DVD Player will recognize the file. A typical, usable,
file name will include only the factory model number preceding
the file extension.

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Once you have an Update Disc for the DVD Player, you may replace the firmware. For best results,
power the DVD Player off and remove AC power for one minute. After reapplying AC power and turning the
DVD Player on, insert the Update Disc. The DVD Player will attempt to read the disc. Once the DVD Player
recognizes the disc as an Update Disc, it will automatically enter a Firmware Update mode. Various models
will demonstrate different Firmware Update modes; however, all models will operate in the same general
manner. Follow the on-screen instruction given by the DVD Player (the DVD Player must be connected to a
Display Device in order to perform an update) to begin loading the replacement firmware into the players
memory.
After a few minutes, depending on the size of the firmware file, the DVD Player will eject the Update
Disc. At this point the player has loaded the replacement firmware into its memory and is ready to continue
the update process. In most cases, you will remove the disc from the disc tray and continue to follow the onscreen instructions to initiate the conclusion of the Firmware Update mode. The DVD Player will then begin
to erase the current firmware and write the replacement firmware to ROM. It is very important that you DO
NOT REMOVE POWER to the DVD Player. Once the DVD Player has completed the writing of the new
firmware, it will automatically power off and back on to enable operation under the new firmware.
NOTE: Removing AC Power or any power failure during the Firmware Update process can result in the DVD
Player not having an operating system and to be rendered unusable.

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SECTION III Interactions

Closed Captions and Subtitles

Aspect Ratios and Aspect Ratio Correction
Artifacts
Edge Enhancement
Macroblocking
Up-Conversion DVD Players

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Closed Captions and Subtitles

The difference between DVD Subtitles and Closed Captioning is often not known. Most people are
accustomed to the Closed Caption system used in TVs, and assume that DVD Subtitles are the same thing.
Closed Captioning is a data signal that is mixed into video signals and then decoded as On-Screen Display
graphics by the TV. Closed Captioning is required for NTSC Television broadcasts, however, is considered
optional for DVD movies since Subtitles are available. Subtitles are not data signal but, actually video
information with a transparent background that can be overlaid on top of the video signal by the DVD Player.
Most all DVD movies will include at least English Subtitles, and often various other languages. Some DVD
movies may also include Closed Captions.
Subtitles are accessed by the DVD Player by either the use of the SUBTITLE button of the Remote
Control or selection within the DVD Disc Menu. Closed Captions, when available, are accessed by the
Display Device (TV).
NOTE: Since Closed Captions are part of the NTSC Standard and carried as part of the video signal to be
decoded within a TVs video processor, they can not be transmitted on the Component (YPbPr) Video
Output. Closed Captions are only available on Composite and S-Video connections.

Aspect Ratios and Aspect Ratio Correction

Cinema films have been made in a great range of widths. In order to fit these various sizes of
images onto a TV screen, various methods of Aspect Ratio Correction must be performed. This is achieved
by either stretching part of the original image or adding black bars to preserve the original shape.
From the 1890s to the early 1950s, there was essentially only one aspect ratio, which was 1.33:1 or
4:3, known as Academy Ratio. When televisions were invented in the 1930s, they also adopted 4:3 as the
standard. But, by the early 1950s, it was clear that television was posing a major threat to motion picture
companies. So Hollywood decided to fight back by making their films more spectacular by projecting films
on screens that were bigger and wider.
There are several different aspect ratios that movies can be found in. Various Studios, Cameras,
Film, and Directors / Producers preferences allow movies to range from 1.33:1 to 2.76:1. (The most
common ratios found on DVD are in bold)
1.33:1
1.66:1
1.78:1
1.85:1
2.00:1
2.20:1
2.35:1
2.40:1
2.55:1
2.60:1
2.66:1
2.76:1

CC / Aspect Ratios

Academy Ratio, NTSC (4:3)

VistaVision, European Widescreen
ATSC (16:9) Widescreen TV
Academy Flat, VistaVision
VistaVision
Super Panavision 70, Technirama
Cinemascope, Anamorphic Scope, Ultra Panavision (35mm)
Panavision
Cinemascope
Cinerama
Cinemascope
Ultra Panavision

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When using a 4:3 TV

Two display widescreen movies on a 4:3 TV, there are two options available for Aspect Ratio
Correction. Letterbox will preserve the original shape of the image and display it on the TV with black bars at
the top and bottom of the screen. The size of the letterbox bars will vary depending on the original aspect
ratio of the movie. Wider aspect ratios will result in larger letterbox bars. Panscan will allow the image to
consume the entire screen on the TV. However, the image will be distorted since the picture must be
vertically stretched. Wider aspect ratios will result in a larger amount of distorting due to stretching.

When using a 16:9 TV

A common misconception among owners of widescreen TVs is that widescreen DVD should always
fill the entire screen. Since most DVD movies (1.85:1) have a slightly wider aspect ratio that widescreen
TVs (1.78:1), there will still be slight letterbox bars at the top and bottom of the screen. These letterbox bars
are sometimes not even noticed due to their small size. However, when playing a DVD movie with a larger,
2.35:1, aspect ratio, the letterbox bars will be noticed. Some DVD movies are enhanced for widescreen
TVs and will not display any letterbox bars. Close attention must be made to the aspect ratio of the DVD
being played to be aware of the possibility of letterbox bars.

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Aspect Ratios

Edge enhancement (EE) is a black or white outline that is added to foreground objects, such as
someones head, so that it stands out from the background. This is an artifact that is not present in the
original film source but, is added during the transfer process to DVD in an attempt to make the transfer look
better. This is very similar to the Sharpness control on a television display. The level of EE varies with each
transfer from film to DVD. DVD Titles may have a great deal of EE, or in some rare cases, no EE at all.
NOTE: Customers may mistake a DVD Title with a large amount of EE for a problem in the video
reproduction of the DVD Player. Several movies have been re-released as a Special Edition which has less
EE than the original release.

EE can been seen in the following examples as; a

halo effect around the text on the screen, mis-shaped rotors
on the helicopter, and light halo followed by a slightly darker
halo around the contour of a body.
TIP: EE will be noticed more on larger displays and highend setups. It will not be noticed as a negative effect on
smaller displays.

Compression artifacts, sometimes called Macroblocking, are a phenomenon that occurs due to
MPEG2 compression. Often a frame, or portion of a frame, does not have enough bits to encode an area so
it has to do more rigorous averaging. This can often be seen in scenes such as underwater backgrounds.
Naturally, the upper portion of an underwater view will be lighter than the lower portion. Macroblocking can
sometimes cause this gradual transition to appear as stripes or distorted blocks. Macroblocking is inherent
to the compression techniques used for DVD technology and is more pronounced in Up-conversion DVD
Players. Macroblocking will mostly be seen in the following image types; gradual shading in backgrounds,
skin tones, and shading in clothing.

NOTE: Macroblocking is inherent to MPEG2 compression and dependant upon the film to DVD transfer.
Therefore, some DVD Titles will demonstrate more Macroblocking than others.

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Up-Conversion DVD Players (DVI / HDMI)

Select models of LG Zenith DVD Players have the ability to convert the DVD movies resolution to
higher, near High Definition quality, resolutions. These Up-Conversion DVD Players can output video
resolutions of 720p or 1080i, in addition to the 480i and 408p resolutions that conventional DVD Players
have the ability to output. There are several items to note in regards to Up-conversion models:

Only the Component (YPbPr) Video and DVI / HDMI outputs are capable of displaying
resolutions above 480p. (720p. 1080i)
When Macrovision ACP is present on a disc, the highest available resolution for the
Component (YPbPr) Video output is 480p. 720p and 1080i resolutions are prohibited. The
DVD Player will automatically change the output resolution to 480p, even though 720p or
1080i is selected, on the Component (YPbPr) video Output.
When Macrovision ACP is present on a disc, the DVI / HDMI output must be connected to
a display compliant with HDCP. Output resolutions of 720p and 1080i are only available on
HDCP compliant devices. Non-HDCP Compliant devices, such as displays designed for
PC applications using DVI-D may not work with this connection.
Component (YPbPr) Video and DVI / HDMI outputs of 720p or 1080i are only usable when
the connected is a High-definition or digital ready TV.

When a DVI / HDMI connection is made, a handshake function is initiated by the DVD Player in
order to establish HDCP Compliancy with the display device. In short, the DVD Player will request HDCP
password verification from the device. Once the verification is made, up-converted resolutions will be made
available to the display device.
NOTE: At times, especially if the selected input on the TV has been changed and returned to DVI / HDMI,
the HDCP connection may be lost. Some TVs will automatically re-establish this connection when the DVI /
HDMI input is selected. However, some TVs will require that either the DVD Players power be turned off
and then back on, or that the TVs power be turned off and then back on, or both.

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DVD Player Training

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APPENDIX

Model Number Coding

DVD Packaging
Reporting Problems
Setup Menu Flowchart
DVD-Video Controls
Video CD Controls
Audio Disc Controls
Features by Model

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DVD Player Model Number Codes

The model numbers of LG Zenith DVD Players usually follow a coding system that allows various
aspects of the unit to be known. The following model number codes relate to LG Zenith DVD Players
produced after 2001. Previous years follow older codes which typically equate to; the higher the numeric
portions of the model number equals more features.
2002 2004 Model Year DVD Products
Zenith Branded
1st & 2nd Digits (alpha)Indicates Product Type
DV DVD
VC VCR
CD CD Recorder
XB DVD + additional type
MP MP3
3rd Digit (alpha)
Indicates Key Feature
B Player
C CD Recorder
R Recorder
H Handheld
S Stereo System
M Mono
T Home Theater System
V VCR
Indicates Model Year (Line)
4th Digit (numeric)
2 2002
3 2003
4 2004
5th Digit (numeric)
Indicates Product Detail
1 Single Disc (DVD)
2 2head (VCR), 32MB (MP3)
4 4head (VCR), 64MB (MP3)
5 5 Disc (DVD)
6th Digit (numeric)
Indicates Feature Level
(higher number = more features)
(Example: DVB251 = 2002, Zenith Branded, 5-Disc DVD Player that has basic features)
NOTE: 2head VCR units are no longer sold in the US. There are cases where the number 2 has been used as the 5th digit of a model
number simply because of a lack of available model numbers using a 4. These models include a 4head VCR section.
LG Branded
LG branded DVD Players produced from 2002 2004 use the same model number coding as Zenith branded
models, with the inclusion of LG at the beginning of the model number. (Example: LGDVT418 = 2004, LG Branded, Single-Disc DVD
Home Theater System that is at or near the top of the product line-up)
2005 Model Year DVD Products
1st Digit (alpha)

Indicates Brand
L LG
Z Zenith
Indicates Product Type
2nd Digit (alpha)
D DVD
H DVD + Home Theater System
R DVD Recorder
3rd Digit (alpha)
Indicates Key Feature
A Player
H Hard Disc Drive
M Microsoft Program Guide
S Stereo System
X VCR
Y DVD Recorder + VCR
4th Digit (numeric)
Indicates Brand
3 Zenith
5 LG
5th Digit (numeric)
Indicates Disc Capacity
1 Single-Disc
5 5-Disc
Indicates Feature Level
6th Digit (numeric)
(higher number = more features)
(Example: LHX-557 = 2005, LG Brand, 5-Disc DVD + VCR Home Theater System that approaches the top of the product
line-up)

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2006 Model Year DVD Products

Zenith Branded
For the 2006 Model Year, Zenith branded DVD products return to the 2002-2004 code.
LG Branded
1st & 2nd Digit (alpha) Indicates Product Type
DN DVD Player
DK DVD Player Karaoke
DP Portable DVD Player
DR DVD Recorder
RC DVD Recorder + VCR
RH DVD Recorder + HDD
_V DVD Player + VCR
3rd Digit (numeric)
Indicates Model Year
1 2006
4th Digit (numeric*) Indicates Feature Level
9 High Feature Level, 10 in. Screen (Portable)
8 7 in. Screen Slim (Portable)
7 Medium Feature Level, 7 in. Screen (Portable)
6 Basic Feature Level
F Same as 9
5th Digit (numeric)
Indicated Key Feature
DVD Player
0 USB Interface
1 Memory Card
2 USB + 5.1 + DTS
3 USB + Memory Card
4 USB + 5.1 + DTS + Memory Card
Portable DVD
0 Basic
1 DivX
2 DivX + Game
3 DivX + Game + FM Tx
DVD Player + VCR
0 Component (PScan)
1 Component + S-Video
2 Component + S-Video + Optical Audio + 1080i
3 Component + S-Video + Optical Audio + Memory Card
4 Component + S-Video + Optical Audio + Memory Card + 1080i
DVD Recorder (Recordable Disc Type)
5 Multi (DVD R/RW)
6 Multi + HDMI
7 Super Multi (DVDR/RW/RAM), +R DL
8 Super Multi, +R DL + HDMI
9 Super Multi, +R DL + HDMI + Memory Card
6th Digit
Indicates Special Feature (Optional)
H HDMI
DVD Recorder + HDD models
7 80GB HDD
8 160GB HDD
9 250GB HDD
7th Digit for DVD Recorder +HDD models
H HDMI
HM HDMI + Memory Card (F Level only)
(Example: RC199H = 2006, LG Branded, DVD Recorder + VCR, Super Multi Recorder with HDMI and Memory Card reader.)
Factory Model Number, add Region Character to end of Model Number
M Americas
A Argentina
B Brazil
J Japan
T Taiwan
S France
P1 Germany, Western Europe
P2 Eastern Europe
W Asia
N NTSC
P PAL
E# - Other area specific format

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Model Number Codes

DVD Package Information

The packaging of DVD Movies provides a lot of information
about the disc. In the lower section of the rear labeling, there will
typically be a rectangle section listing aspects of the disc.
The aspect ratio of the main feature will be displayed. In this
example, the aspect ratio of the movie is 2.35:1. In most cases, the
DVD Menu, Movie Previews, etc. will be displayed consuming the
entire screen (1.78:1) and when the movie begins; 2.35:1 will be
displayed with slight letterbox bars at the top and bottom of the screen.
The available audio tracks of the main feature will be
displayed. In this example, the available audio tracks are Dolby Digital
5.1 in English, DTS 5.1 in English, Dolby Surround in French, and
Captions in English.
The running time of the main feature will be displayed. In this
example, the movie is 1 hour and 57 minutes long.

Each production studio may include different information. Some of the various information in this
section may also include; the Region Code of the disc, whether the movie is black & white or color, whether
the DVD disc is single or dual layered, etc.
In addition to the disc information on the rear labeling of a DVD Movies packaging, the UPC section
can also provide details of the disc. Both the UPC code number and the ISBN number can be used to look
up the disc on databases,. Often, a customer may report problems with playback of a DVD Movie by simply
stating the name of the movie. By acquiring either the UPC or ISBN number, you can determine exactly
which DVD disc is in question.

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Appendix

Reporting Playback Problems

At times, it may become necessary to report playback problems with a particular DVD movie to the
Engineering Department of LG Electronics Alabama Inc. While a majority of playback problems can be
credited to a lack of disc maintenance or improper set-up and connections, some problems can actually be
due to limitations not previously known within the firmware of the DVD Player. These problems can often be
corrected by a firmware update to the DVD Player. However, before a firmware update can be performed,
the problem must be found and updated firmware created.
When you encounter a playback problem with a commercially available DVD movie (LG Electronics
cannot guarantee playback of user / privately created discs), and have exhausted all troubleshooting
possibilities, the complete details of the problem must be reported. Items to include in the reporting to
Engineering are:

Appendix

Model Number of the DVD Player

Serial Number of the DVD Player
Firmware Version of the DVD Player (It is best to verify that the firmware that the DVD
Player is operating is the most current version)
Title of the DVD Movie (Be as exact as possible. Example: The Lord of the Rings is not
descriptive enough as there are three episodes of this movie. The Lord of the Rings The
Two Towers would be the correct title.)
Format / Edition of the DVD Movie (Several movies are released is separate Fullscreen,
Widescreen, Un-Rated, Directors Cut, or SuperBit editions. In order to duplicate the
problem, the correct DVD disc must be noted.)
ISBN / UPC Number of the DVD Movie (Several movies are re-released after the initial
release of the movie. Using the ISBN or UPC Number of the disc will ensure that the correct
disc is tested.)
Region Code of the DVD Movie (Only Region 1 or Region 0 / ALL discs are supported by
LG Zenith DVD Players sold in the US.)
Rating of the DVD Movie (If Parental Controls are set on the DVD Player, a higher-rated
DVD, such as R or NC-17, may not play. Disable Parental Controls on the DVD Player and
retest before reporting a problem to Engineering. If Parental Controls are a part of the issue,
make sure to note the settings on the DVD Player.)
Production Company of the DVD Movie (Columbia Tri Star, New Line, etc)
Detailed Description of the problem. (Do not report that a movie wont play. Please give
details of what the problem actually is. Example: DVD Player locks up after displaying FBI
warning when using the Play Movie option in the DVD Menu. Using the Scene Selection
option in the DVD Menu, or AutoPlay in DVD Player settings will allow normal playback.)

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Reporting Problems

Setup Menu

Language Menu

Menu Language

Disc Audio

Display Menu

Selects the default Subtitle language

Disc Menu

Selects the default language for the

disc menu

TV Aspect

Selects the Aspect Ratio of the TV

connected (4:3 or 16:9)

Turns 480p output on of off

Connected TV must be able to accept a 480p image, otherwise no signal will be displayed

Dolby Digital

Select Bitstream (On) if connected to equipment with a Dolby Digital decoder

Select PCM (Off) if connected to equipment without a Dolby Digital decoder
PCM setting will cause the DVD Player to down-mix and output 2ch audio

MPEG

Sample Freq.

Others Menu

Select Bitstream (On) if connected to equipment with a DTS decoder

Select OFF if connected to equipment without a DTS decoder
Select Bitstream (On) if connected to equipment with a MPEG decoder
Select PCM (Off) if connected to equipment without a MPEG decoder
PCM setting will cause the DVD Player to down-mix and output 2ch audio
Select 96kHz if the connected receiver/amplifier can accept 96KHz signals,
otherwise, select 48kHz.

DRC

ON - Dynamic Range is restricted (for limited volume in order to prevent disturbing others)
OFF - Dynamic Range is open

Vocal

Applies only to Karaoke DVDs to select if the karaoke channels are to be mixed into stereo

Rating

Sets restrictions based on the Country Code selected on a scale of 1-8

1- Most Restricted ~ 8 - Least Restricted
Unlock - No Restrictions

Password

Allows you to change you Parental control Password

If the password is forgotten, enter 210499 to reset the password.

Country Code

Selects the country in which the rating system of the disc was set

PBC

Auto Play

Setup Menu

Only available if 4:3 is selected

Widescreen - will show letterbox bars when a Widescreen movie is shown
Panscan - will stretch a widescreen movie to fill the screen

Progressive
Scan

DTS

Lock Menu

Selects the default language for

playback Audio

Disc Subtitle

Display Mode

Audio Menu

Selects the On Screen Display and

Setup Menu Language

PlayBack Control for VideoCDs

On - VideoCDs with PBC are played according to the PBC
OFF - VideoCDs with PBC are played as a normal AudioCD would be
When set to On, when a DVD-Video disc is inserted,
the longest file will automatically begin to play.

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General Information

DVD Video

Play Begins/Resumes playback

Skip Forward
1st Skips to the next Chapter
2nd Skips to the next Chapter
Skip Reverse
1st Returns to the beginning of current Chapter
2nd Skips to the previous Chapter
Pause
1st Pauses playback, leaving a still image on the screen
2nd Advances to the next Frame
3rd Advances to the next Frame
1st
will begin slow-motion playback at 1/16 speed
2nd slow-motion at 1/8 speed
3rd slow-motion at speed
4th slow-motion at speed
1st
will begin reverse slow-motion playback at 1/16 speed
2nd reverse slow-motion at 1/8 speed
3rd reverse slow-motion at speed
4th reverse slow-motion at speed
Stop Stops playback
and
are accessed by pressing and holding the
or
buttons
Scan Forward
1st Begins playback at twice normal speed, without audio
2nd playback is at 4x
3rd playback at 16x
4th playback at 100x
Scan Reverse
1st Begins playback in reverse at twice normal speed, without audio
2nd reverse playback at 4x
3rd reverse playback at 16x
4th reverse playback at 100x

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Playback Operation

Video CD

Play Begins/Resumes playback

Skip Forward
1st Skips to the next Chapter, if available
2nd Skips to the next Chapter
Skip Reverse
1st Returns to the beginning of current Chapter, if available
2nd Skips to the previous Chapter
Pause
1st Pauses playback, leaving a still image on the screen
2nd Advances to the next Frame
3rd Advances to the next Frame
will begin slow-motion playback at 1/16 speed
1st
2nd slow-motion at 1/8 speed 3rd slow-motion at speed 4th slow-motion at
speed
Stop Stops playback
is accessed by pressing and holding the
button
Scan Forward
1st Begins playback at twice normal speed, without audio
2nd playback is at 4x
3rd playback at 8x
NOTE: Reverse playback is not available for VideoCDs
NOTE: Most user created VideoCDs will not have multiple Chapters.

Playback Operation

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General Information

Audio Disc

Play Begins/Resumes playback

Skip Forward
1st Skips to the next Track
2nd Skips to the next Track
Skip Reverse
1st Returns to the beginning of current Track
2nd Skips to the previous Track
Pause Pauses playback
Stop Stops playback
and
are accessed by pressing and holding the
or
buttons
st
Scan Forward
1 Begins playback at twice normal speed
2nd playback is at 4x
3rd playback at 8x
Scan Reverse
1st Begins playback in reverse at twice normal speed
2nd reverse playback at 4x
3rd reverse playback at 8x

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Part

LG - Zenith DVD Model Features

Plays

Model

Model
Disc
Year Capacity

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

'05

ABV341

'03

ABV441

'04

ABV511

'05

DN191H

'06

TBD

TBD

DPX190

'06

TBD

TBD

DR1F9H

'06

DVB211

'02

DVB216

'02

DVB251

'02

DVB312

'03

TBD

DVB317

'03

'03

DVB352

'03

DVB412

'04

DVB413
DVB611

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

n/a Portable Model

Audio

Audio

Audio

Output
Power
(Watts)

ABR521

DVB318

Plays

1080i
Output

TBD

Audio

Audio

Audio

Additional
Audio

Digital
Audio
Outputs

Digital
Audio
Inputs

Audio

Audio

5.1
Channel
Output

Records

Memory
Card
Reader

Records

Records

Records

Records

Records

DV Input
(IEEE
1394)

Model

Coax / Optical

ABR521

Coax

ABV341

Coax

ABV441

ABV511

TBD

TBD

TBD

14in2

DN191H

DPX190

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

3in1

Coax / Optical

14in2

DR1F9H

Coax

DVB211

Coax / Optical

DVB216

Coax

DVB251

Coax

DVB312
DVB317

Coax / Optical

Coax / Optical

DVB318

Coax

DVB352

Coax

DVB412

Coax

Coax

'04

'06

DVB413
DVB611

DVC2200

'00

Coax

DVC2200

DVC2250

'00

Coax / Optical

DVC2250

DVC2515

'00

Coax

DVC2515

Coax / Optical

DVC2550

Coax / Optical

DVD2200

Coax

DVD2201

Coax / Optical

DVD2250

DVC2550

'00

DVD2200

'99

DVD2201

'01

DVD2250

'99

Coax / Optical

DVD2381

Coax

DVD5201

Coax / Optical

DVD5591

Optical

DVP7771

Coax / Optical

DVR-313

Coax / Optical

DVR-413

Optical

DVT216

DVD2381

'01

DVD5201

'01

DVD5591

'01

DVP7771

'02

DVR-313

'03

DVR-413

'04

DVT216

'02

n/a Portable Model

150

DVT310

200

DVT312

350

Optical

Optical

DVT316

200

TBD

Coax / Optical

Coax

GBV241

Coax

GBV441

Coax / Optical

IQDVD2300

Coax / Optical

7in2

LDA-511

Coax / Optical

7in2

LDX-514

Optical

Coax / Optical

Yes

7in2

LGDVB418

Coax / Optical

LGDVDR313

DVT310

'03

DVT312

'03

DVT316

'03

DVT412

'04

DVT654

'06

GBV241

'02

GBV441

'04

IQDVD2300

'99

LDA-511

'05

LDX-514

'05

LF-D7150

'06

LGDVB418

'04

LGDVDR313

'03

LGDVP7772

'04

LGDVT418

'04

n/a Portable Model

160

LGXBR342

'03

LGXBR446

'04

LH-E9674

'06

LH-T755

'06

LH-T9654

'06

LHX-557

'05

LHY-518

'05

LRA-516

'05

LRM-519

'05

TBD
TBD

Optical

LGDVP7772

Coax / Optical

LGDVT418

Coax / Optical

LGXBR342

Coax / Optical

7in2

1000

Coax / Optical

LH-E9674

TBD

TBD

TBD

LH-T755

LH-T9654

LHY-518

LRA-516

LRM-519

TBD

TBD

TBD

700

TBD

TBD

TBD

1000

1200

1200

LF-D7150

DVT412
DVT654

600

330

TBD
TBD

TBD
TBD

TBD

TBD

TBD

Optical

Optical

7in2

Coax / Optical

8in2

Coax / Optical

LGXBR446

LHX-557

LG - Zenith DVD Model Features

Plays

Model

Model
Disc
Year Capacity

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

Plays

'03

RC199H

'06

V194H

'06

XBR411

'04

XBR413

'03

XBR617

'06

'02

XBS344

'03

XBS444

'04

XBS448

'04

XBV243

'02

Audio

Digital
Audio
Inputs

Audio

5.1
Channel
Output

Audio

Memory
Card
Reader

Records

Coax / Optical

8in2

Coax / Optical

Coax / Optical

14in2

Coax / Optical

Coax

Coax / Optical

Coax / Optical

Model
LRY-517

14in2

LST-3510A
RC199H
V194H
XBR411
XBR413
XBR617

XBS245

XBS341

Optical

XBS344

250

XBS444

600

Optical

XBS448

XBV243

225

Records

Records

Records

Records

350

Records

DV Input
(IEEE
1394)

140

Audio

Digital
Audio
Outputs

Audio

Additional
Audio

Audio

Audio

Coax

Coax

XBV323

Coax / Optical

XBV342

Coax / Optical

XBV343

Coax

XBV441

Coax

XBV442

'03

XBV441

'04

XBV442

'04

XBV443

'04

XBV613

'06

ZDA-311

'05

ZDX-313

'05

ZHD-311

'05

n/a Portable Model

Audio

XBV343

Plays

1
1

'05

Plays

'03
'03

ZRY-316

Plays

XBV323
XBV342

Plays

'03

Plays

XBS245

'05

Plays

XBS341

'05

Plays

'05

LST-3510A

ZHX-313

Plays

Output
Power
(Watts)

LRY-517

ZPA-314

Plays

1080i
Output

Coax

Coax / Optical

Coax

Coax

ZDX-313

ZHD-311

300

XBV443
XBV613
ZDA-311

300

ZHX-313

Optical

ZPA-314

Coax / Optical

ZRY-316

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