Movie Playback via USB
Hi Experts,
I've just bought a brand new 42" LG LED TV (model 42LN5300) that has a USB 3.0/2.0 port. However, the only problem is that it does NOT playback movies thru the USB. I've read that LG has disabled such functionality, but some said there is a way to enable that via the so-called "Service Menu".
I tried pressing the 7 key on the remote controller seven times, as well as the FAV key to no avail.
Does anyone know how to enable movie playback over the USB port on this particular LG TV model?
I've just bought a brand new 42" LG LED TV (model 42LN5300) that has a USB 3.0/2.0 port. However, the only problem is that it does NOT playback movies thru the USB. I've read that LG has disabled such functionality, but some said there is a way to enable that via the so-called "Service Menu".
I tried pressing the 7 key on the remote controller seven times, as well as the FAV key to no avail.
Does anyone know how to enable movie playback over the USB port on this particular LG TV model?
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Thanks, Scott, appreciate ur input. Yes, I've read that n also the specs from LG itself. However, I found an app on the Android market that enables this feature "thru infrared dongle", but currently the app does NOT work with my phone because its android v4.4 so I wonder if there are other similar alternatives out there.
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I would agree.. standalone player would be better
Not what you requested, but the Chromecast device is worth considering for other uses.
Search for it on your local google.
Search for it on your local google.
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Thank you, Eirman, for your input. Yes, the Vortex is a good alternative in that it takes USB storage devices, however, only FAT and FAT32 file system.
The thing is I've already spent a lot of money on the TV itself, including s/h fees, and import taxes. BTW, I live a far, secluded country where such technology is rarely available locally, but when available the local price is almost twice as much the original price.
So, in short, I really want to "tweak" my TV so that I can get to the "Service Menu", which is where the option for movie playback thru USB is hidden, which I can then "turn it on".
The thing is I've already spent a lot of money on the TV itself, including s/h fees, and import taxes. BTW, I live a far, secluded country where such technology is rarely available locally, but when available the local price is almost twice as much the original price.
So, in short, I really want to "tweak" my TV so that I can get to the "Service Menu", which is where the option for movie playback thru USB is hidden, which I can then "turn it on".
Hi jkaios, I only ran into the 4 GB limit problem once (it was a downloaded HD WTA tennis match 7.2 gigs). I used boilsoft video splitter to split the file into two and the match played straight through. I didn't notice the transition from one half to another.
Zoombits only charge £2 for worldwide delivery (Probably 2 weeks to your location)
or you have this more expensive option ....
"For deliveries from the UK to Australasia: Royal Mail Airsure International Tracked Delivery 5 to 7 day’s delivery from dispatch date. . Contents insurance. A signature on receipt will be required. Cost £8.49"
http://www.zoombits.co.uk/delivery
They are such a great device at that price that I'll be ordering another couple in November (for other people).
Zoombits only charge £2 for worldwide delivery (Probably 2 weeks to your location)
or you have this more expensive option ....
"For deliveries from the UK to Australasia: Royal Mail Airsure International Tracked Delivery 5 to 7 day’s delivery from dispatch date. . Contents insurance. A signature on receipt will be required. Cost £8.49"
http://www.zoombits.co.uk/delivery
They are such a great device at that price that I'll be ordering another couple in November (for other people).
Hi jkaios, If you could locate a specialised forum for LG televisions you might get your answer there.
Such a forum would be a sub-forum in an AV forum.
I'd suggest that you do a search for "AV Forum" and "Audio Visual Forum"
Such a forum would be a sub-forum in an AV forum.
I'd suggest that you do a search for "AV Forum" and "Audio Visual Forum"
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Thank you all folks for your precious time in helping out on this. Though I didn't get the exact solution I wanted I'm going to close this question and accept the answers provided so far.
Again, thank you all for your time - appreciate it very much.
Again, thank you all for your time - appreciate it very much.
Unfortunately its only for music and picture playback my friend..