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LG RH397D - User Manual

LG RH397D
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ENGLISH
RH397D/RH399D
P/NO : MFL56778744
As an ENERGY
STAR
®
Partner, LG
has determined that this product
or product models meet the
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STAR
®
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Overview

This document describes the LG RH397D/RH399D, a digital video recorder with integrated hard disk drive (HDD), DVD recorder, and various multimedia playback capabilities.

Function Description:

The LG RH397D/RH399D is a versatile home entertainment device designed for recording, playing back, and managing various audio and video content. It functions as:

  • Digital Video Recorder (DVR): Records TV programs from a built-in digital (DVB-T) or analog (PAL B/G) tuner to its internal HDD (160GB for RH397D, 320GB for RH399D) or recordable DVD discs.
  • DVD Recorder: Records video content to various DVD formats including DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R (Double Layer), and DVD-RAM.
  • DVD Player: Plays back DVD-Video discs.
  • Multimedia Player: Plays DivX® movie files, MP3/WMA music files, and JPEG photo files from HDD, recordable DVD discs, or a connected USB flash drive.
  • Time Shift Function: Allows pausing and rewinding live TV broadcasts recorded to the HDD.

Important Technical Specifications:

  • Power Requirements: AC 200-240V, 50/60 Hz
  • Power Consumption: 30W
  • Dimensions (approx.): 430 x 49 x 275 mm (w x h x d) without feet
  • Net Weight (approx.): 4 kg
  • Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C
  • Operating Humidity: 5% to 65%
  • Television System: Analog: PAL B/G color system; Digital: DVB-T Standard Compliant (PAL)
  • Recording Format: DVD Video Recording, DVD-VIDEO (MPEG2)
  • Recordable Media: HDD (160GB/320GB), DVD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(Double Layer), DVD-RAM
  • Recordable Time (DVD 4.7GB): Approx. 1 hour (XP mode), 2 hours (SP mode), 4 hours (LP mode), 6 hours (EP mode), 14 hours (MLP mode)
  • Recordable Time (HDD 160GB/320GB): Approx. 43/85 hours (XP mode), 84/165 hours (SP mode), 164/323 hours (LP mode), 233/456 hours (EP mode), 477/935 hours (MLP mode)
  • Video Recording Format: Sampling frequency: 27MHz; Compression format: MPEG2
  • Audio Recording Format: Sampling frequency: 48kHz; Compression format: Dolby Digital
  • Playback Frequency Response: DVD (PCM 48 kHz): 8 Hz to 22 kHz; CD: 8 Hz to 20 kHz; DVD (PCM 96 kHz): 8 Hz to 44 kHz
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: More than 90 dB (AUDIO OUT connector)
  • Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.02% (AUDIO OUT connector)
  • Dynamic Range: More than 95 dB (AUDIO OUT connector)
  • Inputs:
    • ANTENNA IN: 75 ohms
    • VIDEO IN: 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 2
    • AUDIO IN: 2.0 Vrms more than 47 kohms, RCA jack (L, R) x 2
    • DV IN: 4 pin (IEEE 1394 standard)
    • USB IN: 4 pin (USB 1.1 standard)
  • Outputs:
    • VIDEO OUT: 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms, sync negative, RCA jack x 1
    • S-VIDEO OUT: (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, sync negative, Mini DIN 4-pin x 1(C) 0.3 V (p-p) 75 Ω
    • COMPONENT VIDEO OUT: (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, sync negative, RCA jack x 1, (PB)/(PR) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 2
    • HDMI video/audio output: 19 pin (HDMI standard, Type A)
    • Audio output (digital audio): 0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, RCA jack x 1
    • Audio output (optical audio): 3 V (p-p), Optical connector x 1
    • Audio output (analog audio): 2 Vrms (1 kHz, 0 dB), 600 Ω, RCA jack (L, R) x 2
  • DivX® File Requirements:
    • Resolution: 720x576 (W x H) pixels
    • Extensions: ".avi", ".divx"
    • Subtitles: ".smi", ".srt", ".sub (Micro DVD format only)", ".txt (Micro DVD format only)"
    • Codecs: "DIV3", "MP43", "DIVX", "DX50"
    • Audio formats: "AC3", "PCM", "MP2", "MP3", "WMA"
    • Sampling frequency: 8-48 kHz (MP3), 32-48kHz (WMA)
    • Bit rate: 8-320kbps (MP3), 32-192kbps (WMA)
    • CD-R Format: ISO 9660 and JOLIET
    • DVD±R/RW Format: ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format)
    • Maximum Files/Disc: Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)
  • MP3/WMA Audio File Requirements:
    • Extensions: ".mp3", ".wma"
    • Sampling frequency: 8-48 kHz (MP3), 32-48kHz (WMA)
    • Bit rate: 8-320kbps (MP3), 32-192kbps (WMA)
    • CD-R Format: ISO 9660 and JOLIET
    • DVD±R/RW Format: ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format)
    • Maximum Files/Disc: Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)
  • Photo File Requirements:
    • Extension: ".jpg"
    • Photo size: Less than 4MB recommended
    • CD-R Format: ISO 9660 and JOLIET
    • DVD±R/RW Format: ISO 9660 (UDF Bridge format)
    • Maximum Files/Disc: Less than 1999 (total number of files and folders)

Usage Features:

  • Initial Setup Wizard: Guides users through language, clock, and channel setup upon first power-on.
  • Home Menu: Provides easy access to various functions like Movie, Photo, Music, Setup, Rec Mode, Dubbing, and TV.
  • EPG (Electronic Program Guide): Displays scheduled digital TV programs and detailed information, allowing for easy timer recording setup.
  • Recording Modes: Offers various picture quality options (XP, SP, LP, EP, MLP) to optimize recording time.
  • Instant Timer Recording: Allows quick recording for preset lengths.
  • Timer Recording: Programs up to 16 timer recordings within a month.
  • Dubbing: Copies video content between HDD and DVD, supporting various recording modes and fast copying for unedited titles.
  • Editing Features:
    • Title List Menu: Manages recorded titles on HDD and DVD.
    • Time Search: Locates specific points within a title.
    • Sorting Titles: Organizes titles by date, title, or category.
    • Combining Titles/Chapters: Merges selected titles or adjacent chapters.
    • Hiding Chapters/Titles: Skips playback of unwanted content without deletion.
    • Dividing Titles: Splits a title into two separate titles.
    • Protecting Titles: Prevents accidental recording, editing, or deletion.
    • Deleting Parts: Removes unwanted segments from a title.
    • Naming Titles/Folders: Customizes names for recorded content.
  • USB Flash Drive Support: Plays DivX® movie files, MP3/WMA music files, and JPEG photo files from a connected USB drive.
  • HDMI Connection: Supports digital video and audio output with various resolutions (576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p).
  • SIMPLINK: Allows control of some unit functions using an LG TV's remote control when connected via HDMI.
  • Audio/Video Connections: Includes composite video, S-Video, component video, analog audio, digital coaxial, and optical audio outputs.
  • DV Input: Records from DV-equipped camcorders.
  • Subtitle Support: Displays subtitles for DivX® files and DVD-Video.
  • Multi-angle Support: Views scenes from different camera angles on DVD-Video.
  • Sound Modes: Offers 3D Surround effect for multi-channel audio playback through stereo speakers.
  • Last Scene Memory: Remembers the last scene played from a disc, even after removal or power-off.
  • Parental Control: Sets DVD rating levels and blocks programs based on ratings.
  • Regional Codes: Plays DVD discs labeled with the same regional code as the unit or "ALL".

Maintenance Features:

  • Software Update: Built-in digital tuner can be updated with the latest software automatically or manually.
  • Disc Notes: Provides guidelines for disc compatibility, handling, and recording to prevent malfunctions.
  • Troubleshooting Guide: Offers solutions for common issues related to power, picture, sound, remote control, playback, recording, and HDMI connection.
  • Resetting the Unit: Instructions for force power-off and power cycle to resolve operational issues.
  • Remote Control Battery Installation: Guides on inserting R03 (size AAA) batteries.
  • Remote Control TV Code Setup: Allows programming the remote to control various TV brands.

LG RH397D Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLG
ModelRH397D
CategoryDVD Recorder
LanguageEnglish

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