GIEC G390 Portable Blu-Ray Player

1. Safety and Maintenance

1.1 Security Instructions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the appliance.

CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! DO NOT OPEN! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

• Read and keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions.
• Do not use this player near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings and install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or the player (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly near the convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the player.
• Unplug this player during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the player has been damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug being damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the player, the player has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Please keep the unit in an environment with good ventilation.
• Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat such as fire direct sunshine or similar sources.

1.2 Class 1 Laser Product

Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified here in may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

2. Product Overview

2.1 Key Features

• High-Definition Display: 15.6-inch HD screen with 1920x1080 resolution, offering magnificent vision.
• Flexible Viewing: Screen rotates horizontally 270° and flips 180° up and down for viewing at almost any angle.
• Broad Disc Compatibility: Supports BD50/BD25 true Blu-ray discs, DVD, VCD, and CD formats. Features an imported Sony SONY480 laser head for strong reading capability, even for scratched discs.
• Versatile Playback: USB 2.0 interface and SD/MMC card slot for local playback of audio, video, and picture files (MP3, WAV, AVI, MKV, JPEG, PNG, etc.).
• Superior Audio: Built-in Dolby Audio and DTS-HD sound effect double decoding for rich, lossless fidelity.
• External Connectivity: HDMI HD output for connecting to larger TV screens or projectors, delivering 1080p picture quality.
• Smart Features: Disc memory playback automatically resumes from the breakpoint even after power off or standby.
• Error Correction: Strong error correction ability to process unstable analog signals into stable digital signals.

Figure 2.1: GIEC G390 Portable Blu-Ray Player

Figure 2.2: Screen Rotation and Flip Capabilities

2.2 Controls and Ports

The player features intuitive controls on the main unit and a comprehensive remote control for easy operation.

2.2.1 Main Unit Controls and Ports

The side panel of the player includes essential ports for connectivity:

• Power Switch: On/Off slider.
• AV OUT: For connecting to external displays via composite video and stereo audio.
• HDMI OUT: High-definition multimedia interface for digital video and audio output.
• USB Port: For connecting USB storage devices.
• SD/MMC Card Slot: For inserting SD or MMC memory cards.
• Headphone Jack: For private listening.
• DC IN 12V: Power input for the AC adapter.

Figure 2.3: Connectivity Options

2.2.2 Remote Control

The remote control provides full functionality for navigating menus, controlling playback, and adjusting settings. Refer to the diagram below for button layout and functions.

Figure 2.4: Remote Control Layout

Remote Control Button Functions:

1. HDMI: Change resolution mode.
2. MODE: Switch between DVD and AV IN.
3. OSC: Access On Screen Control Menu.
4. DISC MENU: Open Top menu of BD/DVD disc.
5. MEDIA CENTER: Turn on/off Media center.
6. VOL-: Decrease volume.
7. UP: Navigate up.
8. REPEAT: Select repeat mode.
9. OK: Confirm selection.
10. LEFT: Navigate left.
11. SETUP: Access SETUP menu.
12. NUMBERS (0-9): Direct channel access.
13. MARK VIEW (GREEN): View bookmarks.
14. PROG (RED): Edit program.
15. SUBTITLE: Select subtitle language.
16. AUDIO: Select audio language.
17. FAST FORWARD: Search forward.
18. FAST REVERSE: Search backward.
19. ANGLE: Playback scene with multiple angles (not for all discs).
20. MUTE: Mute/unmute sound.
21. TITLE: Open Title menu.
22. VOL+: Increase volume.
23. DISPLAY: Show current status/disc info.
24. RIGHT: Navigate right.
25. RETURN: Return to previous menu.
26. DOWN: Navigate down.
27. CLEAR: Clear entry.
28. GOTO: Jump to specified time.
29. MARK SET (YELLOW): Set bookmarks.
30. ZOOM (BLUE): Zoom in/out.
31. STOP: Stop playback.
32. PLAY/PAUSE: Start/resume/pause playback.
33. PREV: Skip to previous title/chapter/track.
34. NEXT: Skip to next title/chapter/track.

3. Setup Instructions

3.1 Connecting to External Power Source

1. Connect the power adapter (supplied with the player) to the DC IN 12V input plug on the side of the unit.
2. Plug the other end of the power adapter into a wall outlet.
3. Ensure the power switch on the right side of the unit is in the 'Off' position before connecting power.

3.2 Opening the Unit and Inserting a Disc

1. Open the screen panel. The screen can open up to 180° and rotate 270°.
2. Press the 'Open' button (usually on the right side of the unit) to open the disc cover.
3. Insert a disc with the label side facing upward.
4. Align the center of the disc with the center of the disc guide. Gently press down on the disc to snap it into place.
5. Close the disc cover.
6. Slide the power switch on the right side of the unit to the 'On' position to power it on.

3.3 Connecting to a TV or External Display

3.3.1 Connecting via AV OUT (Composite Video)

1. Turn off and unplug both the player and the TV before making connections.
2. Connect an AV cable (not supplied) to the AV OUT jack on the player.
3. Connect the yellow video cable to the VIDEO-IN of your TV.
4. Connect the red and white audio cables to the AUDIO-IN of your TV.
5. After connecting, you may need to change the resolution in the setup menu to 480P/576P or 480I/576I for optimal compatibility.

Figure 3.1: AV Output Connection

3.3.2 Connecting via HDMI

1. Connect an HDMI cable (supplied) to the HDMI OUT jack on the player.
2. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to an HDMI input jack on your TV.
3. For the best image effect, ensure the resolution is set to 1080P in the player's setup menu.

4. Operating Instructions

4.1 Basic Disc Playback

1. After inserting a disc and powering on the unit, press the 'OK' button on the unit or 'PLAY/PAUSE' on the remote to start playback.
2. The player will immediately begin rendering the disc program.
3. To pause playback, press 'PLAY/PAUSE'. Press again to resume.
4. To stop playback, press the 'STOP' button. The unit will return to the power-on logo.

4.2 Playing a Blu-ray Video Disc

Blu-ray video discs offer high-definition video, multichannel surround sound, and interactive menus.

1. Insert a BD-video disc.
2. Playback will usually start automatically. If a menu appears, select a play option and press 'OK'.
3. During playback, you can press 'DISC MENU' to display additional information or features.
4. Press 'POPUP' to display the disc menu without interrupting playback.
5. Press the 'OSC' button on the remote to display the on-screen menu for playback controls.

4.3 Playing Music

Use the remote control to manage audio file playback.

4.4 Playing a Photo Slideshow

1. Insert a disc or USB device containing JPEG files.
2. Select a Photo folder using navigation buttons, then press 'OK' to play.
3. To enlarge a selected photo and start a slideshow, press 'OK'.
4. Use the remote control to rotate photos (▲/▼) or stop the slideshow (■).

4.5 Playing using USB and SD Card

1. Insert the USB device or SD/MMC card into the corresponding port on the player.
2. Press the 'Media Center' button on the remote control to open the Media Center menu. (If no disc is inserted, it will automatically switch to Media Center).
3. Use the directional keys to select the file you wish to play, then press 'OK' to start playback.

Note: The maximum supported capacity for FAT32 USB devices is 32GB. Devices formatted with exFAT are not supported.

Figure 4.1: Media Center Menu for USB/SD Playback

4.6 Setup Menu

4.6.1 Basic Operation for the Menu

1. Press 'SETUP' twice during playback to display the SETUP MENU.
2. Use the navigation buttons (▲/▼/◄/►) to select menus and options.
3. Press 'OK' to confirm a selection.
4. Press 'RETURN' to go back to the previous menu or the main menu.
5. Press 'SETUP' to exit the menu.

4.6.2 General Setting

• System: Screen Saver (on/off), Disc Auto Playback (on/off), Disc Auto Upgrade (on/off), Load Default, Upgrade, Easy setup, BUDA (memory for BD-J).
• Language: OSD (On-Screen Display) language, Menu language, Audio language, Subtitle language.
• Playback: Closed Caption (on/off), Angle Mark (on/off), PIP Mark (on/off), Secondary Audio Mark (on/off), Last Memory (on/off), PBC (on/off), Audio Watermark Level.
• Security: Change Password, Parental Control, Country Code.

4.6.3 Display Setting

• TV: TV Screen (display mode), Resolution, TV System, Color Space, HDMI Deep Color, HDMI 1080 24Hz (enable/disable).
• Video Processing: Video Adjust (Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Saturation), Sharpness.

4.6.4 Audio Setting

• Audio Output: HDMI (mode), Down sampling, Dolby DRC (on/off/auto).
• Speaker Setting: Configuration (channels 2x).

5. Maintenance

5.1 Cleaning Discs

Wipe the disc with a micro-fiber cleaning cloth from the center to the edge in a straight line movement. Do not use circular motions.

5.2 Cleaning the Unit

Wipe the exterior of the player with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol sprays.

Caution: Never use solvents such as benzene, thinner, commercially available cleaners, or anti-static sprays intended for discs to clean the player, as these can damage the unit.

6. Troubleshooting

Before requesting service, please check the following possible resolutions. Never attempt to repair the product yourself to maintain warranty validity and avoid electric shock.

7. Specifications

8. User Tips

• Menu Languages: The player's menu supports Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English.
• Region-Free Playback: This player is designed to play discs from all regions (A/B/C areas) without issues.
• Blu-ray Disc Compatibility: It fully supports both BD25 and BD50 Blu-ray discs.
• Power Plug: The unit typically comes with a Chinese-standard two-pin plug. Depending on your region, you may need a plug adapter for compatibility with local power outlets.
• Remote Control: A remote control is included for convenient operation from a distance.
• Display Size: The integrated display is indeed 15.6 inches, providing a large viewing area.
• Power Supply: The player uses an external power adapter.

9. Support and Warranty

For detailed warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official GIEC website. Keep your proof of purchase for any warranty claims.