LG DP172BP Manual

The LG DP172BP is a portable DVD player featuring a 7-inch LCD screen, built-in stereo speakers, headphone jack, AV output, USB port for media playback, rechargeable battery, AC/DC power adapter, and remote control. It supports DVD, CD, MP3, JPEG formats, with features like repeat, zoom, angle selection, and parental lock. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Playing Media 8. Accessibility Features 9. Care & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: 7-inch LCD screen, built-in stereo speakers, Remote Control, Headphone jack, AV OUT jacks, USB port, DC IN jack.

Feature	Description
LCD Screen	7-inch TFT LCD display for video playback
Built-in Speakers	Stereo sound output
Headphone jack	3.5mm jack for private audio listening
AV OUT jacks	Composite video and L/R audio outputs for external display
USB port	For playback of MP3 audio and JPEG image files
DC IN jack	For power connection to AC adapter
OPEN/CLOSE	Ejects disc from tray
PLAY/PAUSE	Starts or pauses playback
STOP	Stops playback
POWER	Turns player on/off

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, flat surface.

Charge battery: Connect AC adapter to DC IN jack and wall outlet; charge fully before first use.
Connect headphones: Plug into headphone jack for private listening.
Connect to TV: Use AV OUT cables (red/white/yellow) to TV's AV IN jacks.
Insert media: Load disc into tray or connect USB device to USB port.

WARNING! Do not expose to extreme temperatures or moisture. Keep away from magnets.

First-Time Setup

Power on player; follow on-screen prompts if applicable.

Set language: Press MENU, navigate to LANGUAGE, select ENGLISH (default).
Set TV system: In SETUP menu, choose NTSC or PAL based on region.
Adjust screen: Use SETUP menu for brightness, contrast, etc.
Parental lock: Set password in FEATURES menu if desired.

CAUTION! Handle discs by edges; avoid touching playback surface.

Specifications

Screen Size: 7 inches TFT LCD.
TV System: NTSC/PAL selectable.
Sound: Stereo output via speakers or headphone jack.
Terminals: Headphone, AV OUT, USB, DC IN.
DVD player: Supports DVD, VCD, CD playback, repeat, zoom, last memory.
Supported formats: DVD-Video, CD-DA, MP3, JPEG.
Power Source: Rechargeable battery or AC adapter (input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz).
Operating Temp: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

Controls and Settings

Access OSD via MENU button. Front Panel: POWER, OPEN/CLOSE, PLAY/PAUSE, STOP.

Remote: POWER, Numeric buttons, OPEN/CLOSE, MENU, VOLUME, MUTE, NAVIGATION arrows, SETUP, SUBTITLE, ANGLE.

Picture: BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT. Audio: Balance, EQ presets (Normal, Rock, Pop, Classic, Jazz). Setup: Language (ENGLISH default), TV system, screen saver. Features: Parental lock (password 0000), repeat mode, zoom. USB: File navigation for MP3/JPEG.

Connecting Devices

Headphones: 3.5mm jack. TV: AV OUT to TV's AV IN. USB: Flash drive or external HDD (FAT32).

Turn off player before connecting devices.
Match cables to ports (e.g., yellow to video, red/white to audio).
Select source via MENU (Disc or USB).

Tip: For TV connection, set TV to correct AV input channel.

Playing Media

Supports DVD-Video, audio CDs, MP3, JPEG.

Insert disc: Press OPEN/CLOSE, place disc label-up, close tray.
Play: Press PLAY; select title/chapter with numeric buttons or arrows.
Stop: Press STOP; eject with OPEN/CLOSE.
Skip: PREV/NEXT for chapters/tracks.
Repeat: Press REPEAT to repeat chapter/track/all.
Zoom: Press ZOOM to magnify (2x, 4x).
Angle change: Use ANGLE button if multiple angles available.
USB playback: Navigate files with MENU and arrows.

WARNING! Do not move player during disc playback. Keep USB devices within supported capacity.

Accessibility Features

Subtitle: Enable in DVD menu (On/Off). Parental Lock: Restrict playback by rating in FEATURES menu (default password 0000).

Care & Cleaning

Unplug and remove battery before cleaning. Use soft, dry cloth; no liquids or abrasive cleaners.

CAUTION! Do not use solvents; avoid direct sunlight on screen.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. Copyright © LG Electronics Inc. Macrovision: Incorporates copy protection technology. For support, visit www.lg.com or contact LG Customer Service at 1-800-243-0000.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Battery/adapter	Charge battery; ensure adapter plugged in securely.
No sound	Volume/mute	Increase volume; check mute status; test headphones.
Disc not reading	Disc/dirty lens	Clean disc; ensure correct side up; try another disc.
USB not recognized	Format/capacity	Reformat to FAT32; ensure device within supported capacity.
Remote not working	Batteries/obstacles	Replace batteries; point at IR sensor; remove obstacles.

Reset: Press reset button with pin if available.

Service: 1-800-243-0000; www.lg.com