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Owner's Manual LG Minibeam DLP Projector Please read the safety information carefully before using the product. PA1000 PA1000W www.lg.com *MFL68319715* P/NO: MFL68319715 (1506-REV01)
LICENSE LICENSE Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit www.lg.com. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. This DivX Certified device has passed rigorous testing to ®...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please take note of the safety instructions to prevent any potential accident or misuse of the projector. Safety precautions are given in two forms, i.e. Warning and Caution as detailed below. WARNING: Failure to follow the instructions may cause serious injury and even death. CAUTION: Failure to follow the instructions may cause injury to persons or damage to the product.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions. Do not use the projector in a damp Keep these instructions. place such as a bathroom where it is Heed all warnings. likely to get wet. Follow all instructions. - This may result in fire or electric shock.
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- This may result in electric shock. power outlet overheating. Only use the official power cord pro- Prevent dust from collecting on the vided by LG Electronics. Do not use power plug pins or outlet. other power cords. - This may result in fire.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When in Use When the lamp is on or has just been turned off, avoid touching the air vent or lamp, because these will be very hot. WARNING If there is a gas leak in the room with Do not place anything containing the projector, do not touch the projector liquid on top of the projector such as...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use high voltage electrical CAUTION equipment near the projector, (e.g. Do not place heavy objects on the bug zapper). This may result in projector. product malfunction. - It may fall down and cause personal injury. Be careful not to allow any impact to the lens during transport.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning CAUTION Contact your seller or our service WARNING center once a year to clean the inter- Do not spray the projector with nal parts of the projector. water when cleaning. Make sure water - If you do not clean the projector for does not flow into the projector.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Others Only use a grounded electrical outlet. Do not insert anything into or cover up the exhaust vents. WARNING - This may result in fire or electric When you go out, place the projector shock. out of reach of animals, and remove Follow all maintenance guidelines the power plug from the wall outlet.
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- This may result in fire or explosion due to damage to the battery. Always use batteries approved and certified by LG Electronics. - This will prevent damage or fire. Store batteries away from metallic objects, such as keys and paper clips.
CONTENTS CONTENTS LICENSE 3D FUNCTION While Watching 3D SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Requirements for Watching 3D Images 31 - To Use DLP-LINK (DLP-Ready) Type PREPARATION Glasses Watching 3D Images Accessories Optional Extras CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Parts and Components SETTINGS Installation - Installation Precautions CONNECTING DEVICES - Projection Distance per Screen Size - How to Install the Projector On a Tripod...
PREPARATION PREPARATION Accessories Accessories included with the projector are show below. The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product. Accessories are subject to change without prior notice. New accessories may be added or old ones removed. MARK L / R PAGE Remote Control Owner's Manual...
PREPARATION Optional Extras To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the retail store where you purchased the product. Optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. Projection Screen Tripod HDMI Cable 3D glasses Video Cable Audio Cable (DLP-LINK or DLP-...
PREPARATION Parts and Components The projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black dots and/or bright colored dots (red, blue or green) that continuously appear on the projector screen. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not indicate a malfunction.
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PREPARATION (USB Port) A/V IN Port HDMI/MHL Port (Headphone Port) RGB IN Port DC IN Port...
PREPARATION Installation Installation Precautions Do not place the projector in a hot Place the projector in a well-ventilated or humid environment. environment. - Do not place the projector in a hot, - To prevent internal heat build-up, cold, or humid environment. install the projector in a well- Do not place the projector in a place ventilated place.
PREPARATION Projection Distance per Screen Size Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, together with the PC or audio/video source. Place the projector an appropriate distance away from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image. Position the projector so that the lens is at a right angle to the screen.
PREPARATION How to Install the Projector On a Tripod You can install this projector using a camera tripod. As shown below, you can mount the projector instead of a camera on the tripod. When stabilizing the tripod, we recommend using a locking bolt of standard size 4.5 mm or less.
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL Open the lid at the back of the remote control and insert the batteries as described in the instructions. Use new batteries and do not mix regular or rechargeable batteries. (1.5 V AAA) CAUTION y Do not mix new batteries with old ones. POWER Turns the projector on or off.
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REMOTE CONTROL SETTINGS Displays or closes the Settings menu. STILL Freezes the moving image. (Available in any mode other than USB mode.) Q.MENU MARK Allows you to change the settings easily. Up/Down/Left/Right buttons Switches between menu functions. PAGE Shows the current mode and saves changes to the settings.
Connect the power cord correctly. After waiting for a moment, press the POWER button on the remote control or the control panel. In the Language Selection screen, select a language. WELCOME! Thank you for choosing LG Language Deutsch English 한국어...
USING THE PROJECTOR Focus of the Screen Image When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits the screen properly. To adjust the focus of the image, rotate the focus ring. Focus Ring Watching Projector In standby mode, press the POWER button to turn the projector on.
USING THE PROJECTOR Additional Options Menu Description Cinema Formats an image to the Zoom 1 cinemascope ratio, 2.35:1. It Adjusting Aspect Ratio ranges from 1 to 16. Resize an image to view at its optimal Press the button to size by pressing RATIO while you are zoom in or out of the image.
USING THE PROJECTOR Changing input device Selecting an Input Label Displays which devices are connected to To select an external input which input ports. Selects external input. Input Label Press the INPUT button on the ◀ ▶ remote control to display the input Component ◀...
USING THE PROJECTOR Using the Quick Menu You can customize frequently used menus. Press the Q.MENU button. Press the button to select a menu and press OK. Menu Description Aspect Resizes the picture. Ratio Turns the projected image Mode upside down or flips it horizontally.
Windows, and some other operating systems, may not be compatible with SCREEN SHARE. Ice Cream Sandwich, Jellybean, and KitKat versions of LG’s Android devices are guaranteed to be compatible. When connecting via SCREEN SHARE, place the device close to the projector.
MY MEDIA MY MEDIA Removing a USB Device Click the Q.MENU button. Before Using Use the button to move to USB Device and press the OK button. Connecting a USB Device Select a USB to remove. Wait for confirmation that the USB device has Connect a USB device (external HDD, stopped before removing the USB.
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MY MEDIA Tips for Using a USB Device If the USB storage device has a built- in auto recognition program or uses its own driver, it may not work. Some USB storage devices may not work or may work incorrectly. If you use a USB extension cable, the USB device may not be recognized or may not work properly.
3D FUNCTION 3D FUNCTION 3D technology uses different video frames for each eye to add depth to the video. While Watching 3D Warning about photosensitivity seizures - Some users may experience a WARNING seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing If you view 3D video or images too light or particular patterns from a video closely for a long period of time, your...
3D FUNCTION CAUTION Please check the following when using 3D glasses. Extra special care is required for chil- dren watching a 3D video. Do not use 3D glasses as ordinary glasses, sunglasses or protective When Watching 3D Video goggles. Watch 3D images within the optimum - If you do so, this may cause injury.
3D FUNCTION Requirements for Watching 3D Images * Optimum viewing angle: Top/Bottom/Left/Right 9° Recommended viewing distance: 3 m to 5 m Recommended screen size: 101 cm * Watching 3D videos should be done in dark room environments only. NOTE The pairing with the DLP-LINK glasses is affected by the intensity of light reflected from the screen.
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3D FUNCTION Please check the minimum system requirements for your computer. Minimum requirements are as follows: Microsoft® Windows® XP, Vista 32/64 bit ,Windows 7 32/64 bit Intel® Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon™ X2 CPU or higher More than 1 GB of system memory (2 GB recommended) Free space of 100 MB or more DirectX 9 or higher Video card should support 120 vertical frequency (Hz).
3D FUNCTION To Use DLP-LINK (DLP-Ready) Type Glasses While watching 3D images from the projector, press buttons on the glasses. When you press the button, the glasses flicker to be synchronized with the 3D images. (The flickering is a unique operation method of DLP-LINK type glasses. It may be different depending on the glasses type.) If the glasses flicker or problems occur while watching 3D, first turn the lights off to make the room darker.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS SETTINGS Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , or button to select the desired item and press the OK button. button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. Use the , or Press the EXIT button when completed.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting to HD HDMI to DVI Connection Receiver, DVD, or Using an HDMI to DVI cable, connect VCR Player, External the projector's HDMI/MHL port to the DVI OUT port. Devices To output audio, use an audio cable for connection.
CONNECTING DEVICES AV Connection Component Connection Connect the output ports of an external You can enjoy a video by connecting the device and the A/V IN ports of the Component port of an external device to the RGB IN port of the projector. Press projector using an AV cable.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting a PC HDMI to DVI Connection Using an HDMI to DVI cable, connect The projector supports Plug & Play. Your the projector's HDMI/MHL port to the PC will automatically detect the projector DVI OUT port. and requires no driver installation. To output audio, use an audio cable for HDMI Connection connection.
CONNECTING DEVICES RGB Connection Connect the PC output and the PC video input port of the projector with the RGB cable. For audio signal, connect the PC and the projector with an optional audio cable. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select RGB-PC.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting a Laptop The table below shows examples of switching the output. For more information, refer to the External You can connect the projector to a Output, Connecting to an External laptop to use various functions. Monitor, or similar sections of the owner's manual of your computer.
CONNECTING DEVICES Using the Mirroring Function of a Mobile Phone MHL/Slimport Connection You must use a HDMI adapter to connect your cell phone to the projector and to output images and sound from your cell phone to the projector. The compatible HDMI adapters are different, depending upon your cell phone type. Therefore, purchase an appropriate MHL or Slimport adapter.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Clean your Projector to keep it in optimal condition. Cleaning Cleaning the Lens If there is any dust or staining on the lens surface, you must clean the lens. Use an air spray or a cleaning cloth to clean the lens.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PA1000 (PA1000-GL) / MODELS PA1000W (PA1000W-GL) Resolution (Pixel) 1280 (Horizontal) × 800 (Vertical) Aspect ratio 16:10 (Horizontal:Vertical) Panel size (mm) 11.623 Projection distance 0.90 m to 3.06 m (76.2 cm to 254.0 cm) (Video size) Ratio of upward 100 % projection Working range of...
SPECIFICATIONS Supported Monitor Display Supported HDMI/DVI-DTV Mode Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency Frequency Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (kHz) (Hz) 720 x 480 31.469 59.94 640 x 350 31.468 70.09 31.5 720 x 400 31.469 70.08 720 x 576 31.25 640 x 480 31.469...
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
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The model and serial number of the projector are located on the back or on the side of the projector. Record them below should you ever need service. MODEL SERIAL...