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Owner's Manual LG Minibeam DLP Projector Please read the safety information carefully before using this product. PW1500 PW1000 P/No : SAC37034609 (1607-REV00) www.lg.com...
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 ensure it plays DivX video.
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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not allow children to cling to • Ensure good ventilation around or climb up to the projector. the projector. The distance - This may cause the projector between the projector and the to fall, causing injury or wall should be at least 30 cm.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Power • Do not plug too many devices into one multi-power outlet. - This may result in fire due to WARNING the power outlet overheating. • DISCONNECTING THE • Keep the AC adapter, power DEVICE FROM THE MAIN plug, and the used power outlet POWER clean from dust or foreign - The Power plug is the...
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• Only use the official power cord is loose. provided by LG Electronics. Do - This may result in fire or not use other power cords. electric shock. - This may result in fire or •...
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• Always use the AC adapter center. provided or any AC adapters - This may result in electric approved and certified by LG shock. Electronics. • Do not insert pieces of metal - Any other AC adapter...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not look directly into the lens • Do not place the projector or its when the projector is in use. remote control with battery in - The bright light may damage an extremely high temperature your eyes. environment.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning • It is recommended that you maintain a distance of more than 5 to 7 times the diagonal WARNING length of the screen. • Do not spray the projector with - If you watch the screen at water when cleaning. Make sure a close distance for a long water does not flow into the time, your eye sight may...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Others CAUTION • Contact your seller or our WARNING service center once a year to • Some users may experience clean the internal parts of the a seizure or other abnormal projector. symptoms when they are - If you do not clean the exposed to a flashing light or projector for a long period of particular patterns from a video...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not touch the lens; doing so CAUTION can result in burns or damage • Do not use or store the projector to lens. Lens and unit may be outdoors for long periods of HOT during and immediately time.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANTENNA • Do not throw or disassemble the battery. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - This may result in fire or explosion due to damage to • If an outdoor antenna is the battery. installed, follow the precautions • Store batteries away from below.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Antenna grounding according For USA to the National Electrical Code, NOTE TO CABLE/TV ANSI/NFPA 70 INSTALLER Antenna Lead in Wire This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20) attention to Article 820 - 40 of the Electric Service Grounding Conductor Equipment (NEC Section 810-21) National Electric Code (U.S.A.).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONTENTS LICENSE To Set Channel - Memorizing the Available SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Channels Additional Options PREPARATION - Adjusting Aspect Ratio - Using the Keystone Accessories Function Optional Extras - Changing Input Device Parts and Components - Blank Function Using the Joystick Button Using the Quick Menu - Basic Functions - Adjusting the Menu ENTERTAINMENT Projector Status Indicators 22 Using SCREEN SHARE...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3D FUNCTION Connecting a PC - HDMI Connection While Watching 3D - HDMI to DVI Connection 109 Requirements for Watching 3D - RGB Connection Images Connecting a Laptop - Using the DLP-LINK (DLP- - HDMI Connection Ready) Type Glasses Connecting to Headphones 112 To view 3D images Using the Mirroring Function - Supported 3D Mode of a Mobile Phone CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 82 - MHL/Slimport Connection 113 SETTINGS MAINTENANCE...
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. Remote Control Owner's Manual Pouch Two AAA Batteries AC-DC Adaptor...
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PREPARATION • When connecting an HDMI or USB cable, or connecting a USB flash drive to the HDMI or USB port, use a product that has a width of 18 mm or less and a height of 10 mm or less.
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-Ready...
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. Joystick button Speaker Vent...
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PREPARATION 2 3 4 6 7 8 RS-232C IN RS-232C IN Port (USB Port) Port Port RGB IN Port (Headphone Port) AV IN Port DC IN Port...
PREPARATION Using the Joystick Button You can operate the projector by pressing the button or moving the joystick left, right, up, or down. Basic Functions When the projector is turned off, place Power On your finger on the joystick button, press it once, and release it. When the projector is turned on, place your finger on the joystick button, press it once for a few seconds, and release it.
PREPARATION Adjusting the Menu When the projector is turned on, press the joystick button one time. You can adjust the menu items ( , ) moving the joystick button left, right, up, or down. Move to the desired menu item, and then press the joystick button once to select it.
PREPARATION Installation - Leave enough distance (30 cm or more) around the projector. Installation Precautions • Place the projector in a well- ventilated environment. - To prevent internal heat build-up, install the projector • Do not place the projector in a in a well-ventilated place.
PREPARATION Projection Distance per Screen Size 1 Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, together with the PC or audio/video source. 2 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.
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. The maximum size allowed for the locking bolt is 5.5 mm.
PREPARATION Kensington Security System • This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector. Connect a Kensington Security System cable as shown below. • For more information on installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user’s guide provided with the Kensington Security System.
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 • Do not mix new batteries with old ones. (POWER) Turns the projector on or off.
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REMOTE CONTROL L/R Switches left and right in 3D mode. INFO Displays the information of a program or screen. STILL Freezes the moving image. (Available in any mode other than USB mode.) SETTINGS Displays or closes the Settings menu. Q.MENU Allows you to change the settings easily. Up/Down/Left/Right buttons Sets the function or moves the cursor.
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REMOTE CONTROL NOTE • When using the remote control, the optimal RS-232C IN operation range is 6 meters or less (left/right) and within a 30 degree arc of the remote control IR receiver. 30° 30° • If a cable is connected to the back port, the optimal operating range is 3 meters or less (left/right) and within a 30 degree arc of the remote control IR receiver.
USING THE PROJECTOR USING THE PROJECTOR Connecting to an Antenna or Cable To watch TV using an indoor/ outdoor antenna, connect a wall terminal and the port of the Projector using an RF cable (75 Ω). You can watch terrestrial or cable (analog or digital) TV. (The RF cable is sold separately.) NOTE •...
2 After waiting for a moment, press the POWER button on the remote control or the joystick button. 3 In the Language Selection screen, select a language. WELCOME! Thank you for choosing LG Step 1. Language English Español Français 한국어...
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USING THE PROJECTOR 5 In the Time Zone screen, select Time Zone region and Daylight Saving option. Step 3. Time Zone Time Zone Eastern Daylight Saving Auto Previous Confirm 6 Select an input signal by using the INPUT button on the remote control. Input List ꔂ...
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. Adjust the focus of the image by rotating the Focus Ring to the left or right. Make sure the product does not move when adjusting the focus. Focus Ring Watching Projector 1 ...
USING THE PROJECTOR To Set Channel Image shown may differ from your projector. Memorizing the Available Channels Using the Auto Tuning function Saves a channel which is currently broadcasting. Be sure to activate Auto Tuning when you move to a new home or change the position of your projector. When you activate this function, make sure that the antenna is connected and there are channels broadcasting signals.
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USING THE PROJECTOR Memorizing or Deleting Channels Manually 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Press the , or button to select CHANNEL and press the OK button. 3 Press the button to select Manual Tuning and press the OK button. 4 Scroll through the channel types, and then add or delete channels. 5 ...
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USING THE PROJECTOR Editing Your Channel List 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Press the , or button to select CHANNEL and press the OK button. 3 Press the button to select Channel Edit and press the OK button. 4 Edit channels using the following buttons. Channel Edit Antenna ꔂ...
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USING THE PROJECTOR Favorite Channel Setup 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Press the , or button to select CHANNEL and press the OK button. 3 Press the button to select Channel Edit and press the OK button. 4 Move to your desired channel. 5 Press the FAV button to access the Set as Favorite.
USING THE PROJECTOR Additional Options Adjusting Aspect Ratio • Resize an image to view at its optimal size by pressing RATIO while you are using the projector. NOTE • Available picture size may differ depending on the input signal. • You can also use the Q.MENU or SETTINGS button. Menu Description 16:9...
USING THE PROJECTOR Using the Keystone Function To prevent the screen image from becoming trapezoidal, Keystone adjusts the top and bottom width of the image if the projector is not set up at a right angle to the screen. Because the Keystone function may cause inferior screen image quality, use this function only when it is not possible to set up the projector at an optimal angle.
USING THE PROJECTOR Changing Input Device To select an external input Selects external input. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input selection screen. - Connected inputs are displayed first. However, TV / AV / Component / SCREEN SHARE input is always activated. • Select an input signal using the remote control's INPUT button to connect the projector to the desired input.
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USING THE PROJECTOR Selecting an Input Label Displays which devices are connected to which input ports. Input Label ◀ ▶ ◀ ▶ Component ◀ ▶ RGB-PC ◀ ▶ HDMI Close 1 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input selection screen. 2 ...
USING THE PROJECTOR Blank Function Using the Blank Function This function may be effective when you need to draw attention during a meeting or training. 1 Press the BLANK button, and the screen is covered by the background color. You can change the background color by referring to Selecting a Blank Image.
USING THE PROJECTOR Using the Quick Menu You can customize frequently used menus. 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Press the , or button to select a menu and press OK. Menu Description Aspect Ratio Resizes the picture. PJT Mode Turns the projected image upside down or flips it horizontally.
Windows, and some other operating systems, may not be compatible with SCREEN SHARE. • Ice Cream Sandwich, Jellybean, Kitkat, and Lollypop versions of LG’s Android devices are guaranteed to be compatible. • When connecting via SCREEN SHARE, place the device close to the projector.
(Be sure to check that the last connected Bluetooth device is powered on as well.) • This projector does not support the LG TV Sound Sync feature. To use products that support the LG TV Sound Sync feature, use the general Bluetooth mode instead of the LG TV mode.
The time it takes to search for devices may vary according to the signal strength and the number of devices. WIRELESS ꔂ Move ꔉ OK • SCREEN SHARE : [PJTR][LG]PW1500[0000] • Group • Channel • Bluetooth : On Search Device •...
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ENTERTAINMENT 2 When the search is complete, you can select a Bluetooth device and connect to it. • You can stop the connection process immediately by selecting Stop searching. • The time it takes to connect to a device may vary according to the signal strength and the number of devices.
ENTERTAINMENT Connecting, Disconnecting, or Deleting Bluetooth Devices in the List of registered devices In SETTINGS → WIRELESS → List of registered devices, Bluetooth devices are shown in the order that they were connected, and the same devices can be reconnected simply by selecting them without having to search for them again. List of registered devices List HBS-700 Delete...
ENTERTAINMENT Deleting Select Delete Marked or Delete All to delete any registered devices. • Delete Marked: Press the red button in List of registered devices to delete the selected device. • Delete All: Select Delete All in List of registered devices to delete all of the registered devices. Adjusting AV Sync. Adjust When a Bluetooth device is connected, go to SETTINGS → WIRELESS →...
MY MEDIA MY MEDIA Before Using Connecting a USB Device Connect a USB device (external HDD, USB memory) to the USB port of projector to enjoy the content files stored in the USB device with your projector. You cannot write or delete data in the USB device. Connect a USB flash drive as shown below.
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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.
MY MEDIA To Use My Media 1 Press the SETTINGS button on the remote control. 2 Select MY MEDIA. Select desired file from the list. Watch the chosen file. Sets play related settings by checking option during disk playback. My Media supporting file • Maximum data transfer rate: 20 Mbps (Mega bit per second) •...
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MY MEDIA Video Supported Codec Maximum: 1920 x 1080 @ 30p (only Motion JPEG 640 x 480 @ 30p) Extension Codec VC-1 Advanced Profile, VC-1 Simple and Main Video .asf, Profiles .wmv Audio WMA Standard, WMA 9 Professional DivX3.11, DivX4, DivX5, DivX6, XVID, H.264/ Video .divx, .avi...
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MY MEDIA Audio File File type Item Info Bit rate 32 kbps to 320 kbps Sampling rate 32 kHz to 48 kHz Bit rate 32 kbps to 640 kbps Sampling rate 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz Bit rate 32 kbps to 448 kbps MPEG Sampling rate 32 kHz to 48 kHz Bit rate 24 kbps to 3844 kbps AAC,...
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MY MEDIA Available photo file File type Item Info Support SOF0: Baseline, SOF1: Extend Sequential, File type SOF2: Progressive 2D (jpeg, Minimum: 64 x 64 jpg, jpe), Maximum: Picture 3D (jps) Size Normal Type: 15360 (W) x 8640 (H) Progressive Type: 1920 (W) x 1440 (H) Support File type 3D (mpo) 4:3 size : 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, Picture...
MY MEDIA Watching the Videos In the Movie List, you can watch movies stored on the connected USB device. Controls playback and sets options while viewing videos. Tips for Playing Video Files • Some subtitles created by users may not work properly. • The video and subtitle files should be placed in the same folder. For subtitles to display correctly, the video and subtitle files must have the same name.
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MY MEDIA Browsing Movie List Play a video file stored in the connected device. 1 Connect a USB storage device. 2 Press the USB button. 3 Use the , or button to select Movie List and press the OK button. 4 Use the , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button.
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MY MEDIA 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. 나가기 Option Hide Exit Q.MENU Setting Description Shows the current playing position. Use , or buttons to move forward or backward. Stops playing and returns to Movie List. Returns to normal playback. Pauses the media player.
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MY MEDIA Options for Movie List 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Use the button to move to a desired option and press the OK button. 3 Use the , or button to set up each item. Set Video Play. Setting Description Picture Selects the size of a playback screen. Size •...
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MY MEDIA Registering the DivX code Checks DivX Reg. Code for replaying DivX protected videos. Register at http://vod.divx.com. Use Reg. Code to rent or purchase movies at www.divx.com/vod. 1 Settings In the menu, move to OPTION 1 and press DivX(R) VOD. Registration Deregistration Close 2 Press the button to move to Registration and press the OK button.
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MY MEDIA To deregister the DivX code Use the DivX deregistration code to deactivate the DivX DRM function. 1 Settings In the menu, move to OPTION 1 and press DivX(R) VOD. 2 Use the button to go to Deregistration and press the OK button. Registration Deregistration Close Your device is already registered.
MY MEDIA Viewing the Photos You can view photos stored on a connected device. Supported Photo Files PHOTO (*.JPEG) Baseline: 64-pixel (width) x 64-pixel (height) - 15360-pixel (width) x 8640-pixel (height) Progressive: 64-pixel (width) x 64-pixel (height) - 1920-pixel (width) x 1440-pixel (height) • Non-supported files are displayed in the form of an icon. •...
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MY MEDIA Browsing Photo List 1 Connect a USB storage device. 2 Press the USB button. 3 button to select Photo List and press the OK button. Use the , or 4 Use the , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button.
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MY MEDIA 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. 01_a.jpg 2008/12/10 1920 x 1080 479 KB [1/4] Slideshow Hide Exit Option Q.MENU Setting Description Selects the previous or next photo. Slideshow All photos are displayed during slide show. • Set Slide Speed in the Option → Set Photo View. menu.
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MY MEDIA Options for Photo List 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Use the , or button to move to a desired option and press the OK button. 3 , or button to set up each item. Set Photo View. Setting Description Slide Selects a slideshow speed. Speed Selects a music folder for the background music.
MY MEDIA Listening to Music You can play audio files stored on the connected device. Supported Music Files *.MP3 Bit rate range 32 Kbps to 320 Kbps • Sampling rate MPEG1 Layer3: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz • Sampling rate MPEG2 Layer3: 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz...
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MY MEDIA Browsing Music List 1 Connect a USB storage device. 2 Press the USB button. 3 button to select Music List and press the OK Use the , or button. 4 Use the , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button.
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MY MEDIA Description Moves to the upper level folder. Current page/Total no. of folder pages Current page/Total no. of file pages Moves to the top level folder. Moves to the upper level folder. Exit 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. Page 1/1 Music List Page Change...
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MY MEDIA Options for Music List 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Use the , or button to move to a desired option and press the OK button. 3 , or button to set up each item. Set Audio Play. Setting Description Repeat Selects repeat play. Random Selects random play.
MY MEDIA Viewing Files You can see document files stored on a connected device. Supported File Formats XLS, XLSX, DOC, DOCX, PPT, PPTX, TXT, PDF, HWP Microsoft Office 97/2000/2002/2003/2007 version Adobe PDF 1.0/1.1/1.2/1.3/1.4 version Hangul 97/2000/2002/2005/2007 Version • File Viewer realigns a document, so it may look different from what is displayed on a PC.
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MY MEDIA Browsing File List 1 Connect a USB storage device. 2 Press the USB button. 3 button to select File List and press the OK button. Use the , or 4 Use the , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button.
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MY MEDIA 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. • Click Go Page then the pop-up window for selecting the number of page appears. Input the page to move to the page you want. • Press the VOL +, - button to zoom in or zoom out. Press the OK button and then use the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to move to Go Page or Zoom.
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MY MEDIA Options for File List 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 , or button to set up each item. Set FileViewer Option Setting Description Single Loads and displays pages one by one. The initial Page loading time is short but a content heavy page may Loading be displayed slowly.
3D FUNCTION 3D FUNCTION 3D technology uses different video frames for each eye to add depth to the video. While Watching 3D WARNING • If you view 3D video or images too closely for a long period of time, your eyesight may become worse. •...
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3D FUNCTION • Warning about photosensitivity seizures - Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms when they are exposed to a flashing light or particular patterns from a video game. If anyone in your family has a history of epilepsy or has ever experienced any kind of seizure, please consult your doctor before viewing 3D images.
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3D FUNCTION CAUTION • Extra special care is required for children watching a 3D video. When Watching 3D Video • Prevent children of 5 years or younger from watching a 3D video. It may impair the development of their eyes. • Children 10 years old or younger are still developing their eyesight and may have an excessive tendency to touch or jump at the screen.
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3D FUNCTION Please check the following when using 3D glasses. • Do not use 3D glasses as ordinary glasses, sunglasses or protective goggles. - If you do so, this may cause injury. • Do not store 3D glasses in very hot or very cold conditions. If you do, this may cause them to become distorted.
3D FUNCTION Requirements for Watching 3D Images * Optimum viewing angle: Top/Bottom/Left/Right 9° Recommended viewing distance: 3 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.
3D FUNCTION Using the DLP-LINK (DLP-Ready) Type Glasses 1 While watching 3D images from the projector, press buttons on the glasses. 2 When you press the button, the glasses flicker while synchronizing 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.) 3 ...
3D FUNCTION Supported 3D Mode Horizontal Vertical Resolu- Supported 3D Signal Frequency Frequency tion Formats (kHz) (Hz) 89.9 / 90 59.94 / 60 Frame Packing 1280 x 720p Side by side (half), Top and Bottom 1920 x Side by side (half), 1080i 33.7 1080 Top and Bottom 53.95 / 54 23.98 / 24...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS SETTINGS 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , or button to select the desired item and press the OK button. 3 Use the , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. 4 ...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. PICTURE 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or button to select PICTURE and • ꕊ Energy Saving : Medium press the OK button. • Picture Mode : Standard 3 • Contrast 100 Use the , or •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Picture Mode Selects the picture mode optimized for the viewing environment or the program. You can also customize advanced options for each mode. Mode Vivid Maximizes the visual effect of video. Heightens contrast, brightness and sharpness to display vivid images. Standard Displays images in standard levels of contrast, brightness and sharpness.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Picture Sets optional settings. Option Picture Reset Resets values customized by the user. Each picture mode is reset. Select the picture mode you wish to reset. Aspect Ratio Resizes the picture. Screen Adjusts the picture quality of RGB-PC input. (RGB-PC) Option Resolution Available resolutions are 768 resolution...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Advanced Control Item Description Dynamic Adjusts contrast and color to the optimal level Contrast according to the screen’s brightness. Dynamic Color Adjusts colors for more natural-looking colors. Color Gamut Selects the range of colors that can be expressed. • Standard: Displays the original colors of an input signal regardless of the display features.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Expert Control Item Description Dynamic Adjusts contrast and color to the optimal level Contrast according to the screen’s brightness. Color Gamut Selects the range of colors that can be expressed. • Standard : Displays the original colors of an input signal regardless of the display features. •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Color Adjusts Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow colors. Management Allows an expert to adjust the tint using a test pattern. System Six colors (Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow) can be selectively adjusted without affecting other colors. You may not see colors change on a normal picture even after adjustment.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture Option Item Description Noise Reduction Reduces screen noise in the video. MPEG Noise Eliminates noise generated while creating digital Reduction picture signals. Black Level Adjusts the brightness or darkness of the screen to suit the black level of the picture input using the degree of darkness (black level) of the screen.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS AUDIO Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. AUDIO 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or button to select AUDIO and • Sound Mode : Standard press the OK button. • Sound Effect 3 • Auto Volume : Off Use the , or button to set up the desired...
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The user can select various sound effects. Effect Mode Clear Voice II Makes the voice from the projector crisp and clear. Virtual LG’s proprietary audio processing Surround technology allows 5 channel-like surround sound from two speakers. • When Clear Voice II is set to on, Virtual Surround cannot be selected.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CHANNEL Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. CHANNEL 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or • Auto Tuning button to select CHANNEL • Manual Tuning and press the OK button. • Channel Edit 3 Use the , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS TIME Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. TIME 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or • Clock button to select TIME and press the OK button. • Off Time : Off • On Time : Off 3 Use the , or •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Off Time/On Sets the time to turn on or off the projector Time automatically. To use this feature, you should set the current time and date in advance. To use this feature, set the time correctly. If you do not want to set Off Time/On Time, select Off in Repeat.
Press the SETTINGS button. WIRELESS 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or button to select WIRELESS • SCREEN SHARE : [PJTR][LG]PW1500[0000] and press the OK button. • Group 3 • Channel Use the , or • Bluetooth : Off button to set up the desired •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Bluetooth Sound is output through the Bluetooth headset. First, set Bluetooth to On. Item Search Search for the device to connect to. Device List of Connected devices are saved in the List registered of registered devices. The saved list of devices registered devices can be displayed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS LOCK Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. LOCK 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or • Set Password button to select LOCK and • Lock System : Off press the OK button. • Block Channel - To enter the LOCK menu, •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Lock Locks the selected channel or external input. System First set Lock System to On. Item Blocks the programs that contain inappropriate Block contents for children. The programs can be Channel selected but the screen is blank and the audio is muted.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Lock Item System Blocks the children’s TV programs that parents do not want their children to watch. To block Rating- other TV programs, you should set the TV Children Rating-General feature. • Age TV-Y (All children, including children from ages 2-6), TV-Y7 (Directed to older children, suitable for children age 6 and above) •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Key Lock Locks control buttons on projector. • Key Lock function remains intact even in case of power outage or when the power cord is removed from the wall socket. • Key Lock function can only be set by remote control, and not by the button on the projector.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION 1 Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. OPTION 1 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or • Language button to select OPTION 1 and • Caption : Off press the OK button. • 3D Mode 3 Use the , or •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Caption Digital Set up the size and color of the subtitles Option on Digital Option. Please select Set by Program or Custom. Select Custom to adjust minute options such as the subtitles’ size and color. Item Size Selects the wordsize. Font Selects a typeface for the text.
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Initial Deletes all optional settings and returns to initial default Setting mode. Once initialization is complete, the projector will turn off and on by itself. • When Lock System is in place, a pop-up window appears and asks for password. •...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION 2 Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. OPTION 2 2 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the , or • Keystone button to select OPTION 2 and • Auto Keystone : On press the OK button. • PJT Mode : Front 3 Use the , or •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description High If the projector is used at an altitude higher than 1200 Altitude meters, turn this on. Otherwise, the projector may overheat or its protection function may be activated. If this happens, turn the projector off and then on again after waiting for several minutes.
CONNECTING DEVICES CONNECTING DEVICES You can connect various external devices to the projector. Computer/Notebook Video Digital Device Game Console Headphones Mobile Phone HDMI - 107 page Component - 108 page Composite (AV) - 108 page RGB - 110 page USB Device - 51 page Headphone - 112 page Mobile Phone (MHL/Slimport) - 113 page...
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting to HD HDMI to DVI Connection Receiver, DVD, VCR Using an HDMI to DVI cable, Player, or External connect the projector's port to the DVI OUT Devices port. Connect an HD receiver, DVD, To output audio, use an audio VCR player, or External Devices cable for connection. to the projector and select an Press the INPUT button on the appropriate input mode.
CONNECTING DEVICES Composite (AV) Component Connection Connection You can enjoy a video by connecting the Component port Connect the output ports of an of an external device to the RGB external device and the AV IN IN port of the projector. Press ports of the projector using an AV the INPUT button on the remote cable.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting a PC HDMI to DVI Connection Using an HDMI to DVI cable, The projector supports Plug & connect the projector's Play. Your PC will automatically port to the DVI OUT detect the projector and requires port. no driver installation. To output audio, use an audio cable for connection.
CONNECTING DEVICES RGB Connection Connect the PC output and the PC video input port of the projector RS-232C IN with the RGB cable. For audio signal, connect the PC RS-232C IN and the projector with an optional RS-232C IN 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 You can connect the projector to a more information, refer to the laptop to use various functions. External Output, Connecting to an External Monitor, or similar sections of the owner's manual of HDMI Connection 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.
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. To remove dust or stains, use an air spray or apply a small amount of cleaning agent onto a swab or soft cloth to lightly rub the lens.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS PW1500 (PW1500-NA)/ MODELS PW1000 (PW1000-NA) Resolution 1280 (Horizontal) × 800 (Vertical) (Pixel) Aspect ratio 16:10 (Horizontal:Vertical) Panel size 11.623 mm Projection distance (Video 0.75 m to 3.06 m (63.5 cm to 254.0 cm) size) Ratio of upward 100 % projection Working range of the remote control Video input NTSC M 19.0 V...
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SPECIFICATIONS PW1500 (PW1500-NA)/ MODELS PW1000 (PW1000-NA) Temperature Operation 0 °C to 40 °C Storage -20 °C to 60 °C Operation environment Relative Humidity Operation 0 % to 80 % Storage 0 % to 85 % * Use only power supplies listed in the user instructions.
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SPECIFICATIONS Supported RGB-PC/HDMI(PC) Mode Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency Resolution (kHz) (Hz) 640 x 350 31.468 70.09 720 x 400 31.469 70.08 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.31 1024 x 768 48.363 1152 x 864 54.348 60.053 1280 x 800 49.68 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020...
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SPECIFICATIONS Supported HDMI/DVI-DTV Mode Horizontal Frequency Resolution Vertical Frequency (Hz) (kHz) 31.47 480p 31.47 59.94 31.5 720p 44.96 59.94 33.75 1080i 33.72 59.94 67.5 67.432 59.939 1080p 26.97 23.976 33.75 33.71 29.97 • To provide the best picture quality, a 1280 x 720 (720p) resolution is recommended.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Connect the RS-232C (serial connector) of the PC to the RS-232C connector at the back of the Projector. You need to purchase a cable to connect the RS-232C connectors as it is not provided as an accessory. Use a RS-232C cable to remotely control the Projector (see Figure 1).
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Communication Parameters Baud rate : 9600 bps (UART) Stop bit : 1 bit Data length : 8 bits Communication code : ASCII code Parity : None Use a crossed (reverse) cable. Command reference list Data Command1 Command2 (Hexadecimal) 01. Power* 00 to 01 02.
EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Transmission / Receiving Protocol Transmission [Command1][Command2][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] [Command 1] : First command to control the Projector. (j, k, m or x) [Command 2] : Second command to control the Projector. [Set ID] : You can adjust the [Set ID] to choose desired projector ID number in option menu.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Real data mapping (Hexadecimal → Decimal) • When you enter the [data] in hexadecimal, refer to following conversion table. • Channel Tune (ma) Command uses two-byte hexadecimal value([data]) to select channel number. 00 : Step 0 32 : Step 50 (Set ID 50) FE : Step 254 01 : Step 1 (Set ID 1) 33 : Step 51 (Set ID 51) FF : Step 255...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * Commands may work differently depending on model and signal. 01. Power (Command: k a) ► To control Power *On or Off of the set. Transmission [k][a][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00 : Power Off 01 : *Power On Ack [a][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] ►...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 03. Screen Mute (Command: k d) ► To select screen mute on/off. Transmission [k][d][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00 : Screen mute off (Picture on) Video mute off 01 : Screen mute on (Picture off) 10 : Video mute on Ack [d][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] * In case of video mute on only, Projector will display On Screen Display(OSD).
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 06. Contrast (Command: k g) ► To adjust screen contrast. You can also adjust contrast in the PICTURE menu. Transmission [k][g][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 00 to Max : 64 Ack [g][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 07. Brightness (Command: k h) ►...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 10. Sharpness (Command: k k) ► To adjust the screen sharpness. You can also adjust sharpness in the PICTURE menu. Transmission [k][k][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 00 to Max : 32 Ack [k][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 11. OSD Select (Command: k l) ►...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 13. Balance (Command: k t) ► To adjust balance. You can also adjust balance in the AUDIO menu. Transmission [k][t][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data Min : 00 to Max : 64 Ack [t][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] 14. Color Temperature (Command: k u) ►...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 15. Equalizer (Command : j v) ► Adjust EQ of the set. Transmission [j][v][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Frequency Data Frequency Step 1st Band 0(decimal) 2nd Band 1(decimal) 3rd Band 4th Band 19(decimal) 5th Band 21(decimal) Ack [v][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] * It depends upon model, and can adjust when sound mode is EQ adjustable value.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 16. Tune Command (Command: m a) * This command may work differently depending on model and signal. ► To tune channel to following physical/major/minor number. Transmission [m][a][ ][0][ ][Data00][ ][Data01][ ][Data02][ ][Data03][ ] [Data04][ ][Data05][Cr] Digital channels have a Physical, Major, and Minor channel number. The Physical number is the actual digital channel number, the Major is the number that the channel should be mapped to, and the Minor is the sub- channel.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP Data 05 : Input Source (Digital) - 02 : Antenna TV (DTV) – Use Physical Channel Number - 06 : Cable TV (CADTV) – Use Physical Channel Number - 22 : Antenna TV (DTV) – Don’t Use Physical Channel Number - 26 : Cable TV (CADTV) - Don’t Use Physical Channel Number - 46 : Cable TV (CADTV) –...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 17. Channel Add/Del (Command: m b) ► To skip current channel for next time. Transmission [m][b][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00 : Del 01 : Add Ack [b][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x] * Set the saved channel status to del or add. 18.
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP 20. Input select (Command: x b) (Main Picture Input) ► To select input source for main picture. Transmission [x][b][ ][Set ID][ ][Data][Cr] Data 00 : DTV 01 : CADTV 11 : CATV 10 : ATV 20 : AV 40 : Component 60 : RGB 90 : HDMI Ack [b][ ][Set ID][ ][OK/NG][Data][x]...
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EXTERNAL CONTROL DEVICE SETUP * All 3D pattern options ([Data 01]) may not be available according to broadcasting/video signal. [Data 00] [Data 01] [Data 02] X : don’t care Ack [t][ ][Set ID][ ][OK][Data00][Data01][Data02][x] [t][ ][Set ID][ ][NG][Data00][x] 22. Extended 3D (Command: x v) ►...
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