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Owner's Manual DLP PROJECTOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your projector and retain it for future reference. PB63U www.lg.com...
LICENSES LICENSES 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. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.
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 Power Do not place the projector where it might be exposed to excessive dust. - This may cause a fire. WARNING Do not use the projector in a damp The earth wire should be connected. place such as a bathroom where it is - Inappropriate earth grounding may likely to get wet.
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(Do not use the power plug as a switch it off and unplug it from the switch.) wall outlet and contact an LG Elec- - This may cause an electric shock or tronics Service Center. damage to the projector.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not look directly into the lens CAUTION when the projector is in use. The Do not place a heavy object on the strong light may damage your eyes. projector. When the lamp is on or has just been - It may fall down and cause physical turned off, avoid touching the air vent injury.
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When cleaning the plastic it from the power outlet and contact parts, such as the projector case, an LG Electronics Service Center. do not use cleanser, automobile or - If not, this may cause a fire or an industrial shiner, abrasive or wax, ben- electric shock.
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Always use batteries approved and certified by LG Electronics. - Otherwise, this may result in fire or explosion. Store the battery away from metallic objects, such as keys and paper clips.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANTENNA For USA NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER Outdoor Antenna Grounding This reminder is provided to call the If an outdoor antenna is installed, CATV system installer’s attention to follow the precautions below. An Article 820 - 40 of the National Electric outdoor antenna system should not Code (U.S.A.).
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the Federal Communications Commission following two conditions: (FCC) Statement 1) This device may not cause harmful You are cautioned that changes or interference, and modifications not expressly approved 2) This device must accept any...
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IC (CANADA) Avis d’Industrie Canada sur l’exposition aux rayonnements Industry Canada Statement: Cet appareil est conforme aux limites This device complies with RSS-210 of d’exposition aux rayonnements the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is d’Industrie Canada pour un subject to the following two conditions: environnement non contrôlé.
CONTENTS CONTENTS LICENSES MY MEDIA - Connecting USB Storage Devices 30 - MOVIE LIST SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - PHOTO LIST - MUSIC LIST PREPARATION - FILE LIST Accessories 3D FUNCTION Optional Extras Parts and Components Before Watching 3D Installation - While Watching 3D - Installation Precautions Requirements for Watching 3D Images 46 - Projection Distance per Screen Size 17...
PREPARATION PREPARATION Accessories Check enclosed accessories. The picture may be different from an actual product. Remote Control Battery Owner's Manual CD Manual AC-DC Adaptor (CR2032/3V) Computer Cable Composite Gender Power Cord USB Extension Wi-Fi Dongle Cable When connecting a cable to the HDMI or USB port, it may not be connected properly if the size of jack to the USB/HDMI port is too big.
PREPARATION Optional Extras To purchase optional extras, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the retail store where you purchased the product. Without prior notice, optional extras are subject to change in order to improve the per- formance of the product, and new accessories may be added.
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.
PREPARATION Installation Installation Precautions Place the projector in a well-ventilat- Do not place the projector in a hot or ed environment. humid environment. - Do not place the projector in a hot, - To prevent internal heat from build- cold, or humid environment. ing up, 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 at an appropriate distance from the screen. The distance be- tween the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image. Position the projector so that the lens is set at a right angle to the screen.
PREPARATION How to Install the Projector On a Tripod You can install this projector on a camera tripod as shown below. 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. (If it is longer than the maximum allowed size, it may damage the projector.) Bolt used to attach Bottom side of the projector...
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control and insert the specified batteries as per instructions . The same type of batteries must ② be used. ① POWER Turns the projector on or off. INPUT Changes the input source.
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REMOTE CONTROL Number buttons Enter a number. Playback Control Buttons Controls playback of USB mode. LIST Accesses the saved channel list. - (Dash) Inserts a dash between numbers such as 2 - 1 and 2 - 2. FLASHBK Tunes to the last channel viewed. Shows 3D images.
Using the PROJECTOR Using the PROJECTOR Connecting to an Connecting a Cable Box Antenna or Cable Connect the projector to a cable box and the cable box to a wall antenna Connect an antenna, cable, or cable socket with 2 RF cables (75 Ω). box to watch TV while referring to the following.
Using the PROJECTOR Watching the Projector Turning on the Projector Watching the Projector In Standby mode, press the POWER Connect the power cord correctly. button to turn the projector on. After waiting for a moment, press the POWER button on the remote Press the INPUT button and select control or the control panel.
Using the PROJECTOR Managing Channels Setting Up Channels NOTE y If the projector scans a blocked Storing Channels channel, you will be prompted to enter your password to keep the To store channels automatically, channel scanned. y You can store up to 1000 channels. Press MENU to access the menu.
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Using the PROJECTOR Favorite Channel Setup Editing Your Channel List Press CH or Number buttons to Press MENU to access the menu. access to select your desired channel. Press the Navigation buttons to scroll Press FAV. to access the Favorite List. to CHANNEL and press OK.
Using the PROJECTOR Using Additional Options Adjusting Aspect Ratio You can also change the image size by 4:3: Resizes images to the 4:3 pressing Q.MENU or SETTINGS. aspect ratio. NOTE y Some options may not be available depending on input signals. Zoom: Enlarges an image to fit the screen width.
Using the PROJECTOR Using the Keystone Using the Input List Function Using the Input List To prevent the screen image from Press the INPUT button to access becoming trapezoidal, Keystone adjusts the input sources. the top and bottom width of the image if the projector is not set at a right angle - The connected input mode appears to the screen.
Using the PROJECTOR Using the Quick Menu Blank Function Using the Blank Function You can customize frequently used menus. This function may be effective when you Press Q.MENU to access the quick need to draw attention during a meeting menus. or training.
ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Using WiDi Connecting to WiDi WiDi refers to Intel's Wireless Display technology. If you have a notebook that supports Intel WiDi, you can use the projector as an eternal monitor without using a video cable. WiDi requires a strong signal. If you experience interference, Use the USB Extension Cable provided with the Wi-Fi dongle.
ENTERTAINMENT WiDi (Wireless Display) Setup Set the external input of the projector to WiDi. Run the WiDi( ) program on your notebook. After running the WiDi program on your notebook, a list will show all available devices that were detected. In the list, select the Projector you want and click Connect. Enter the 4 - digit number shown(a) on the screen (b) and then click Continue.
ENTERTAINMENT MY MEDIA Connecting USB Storage Devices To disconnect the USB storage device, Connect a USB Flash Drive as shown below. Press the Q.MENU button. When a USB storage device is connect- ed, the USB adjustment screen appears. Use the ︿ or ﹀ button to move to USB Device and press the OK You cannot write or delete data on the button.
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ENTERTAINMENT Tips for Using USB Devices Please connect a USB storage device with a cable provided by the USB Only a USB storage device is recog- manufacturer. When you use a cable nizable. that is not provided by a USB manu- USB hubs are not supported.
ENTERTAINMENT MOVIE LIST In the Movie List, you can watch movies stored on the connected USB device. Tips for Playing Video Files Some subtitles created by a user may Streaming files which include GMC not work. (Global Motion Compensation) or Some special characters are not sup- Qpel (Quarterpel Motion Estimation) ported in subtitles.
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ENTERTAINMENT Supported Video Formats File Audio/ Codec Profile/Level Support Extensions Video Advanced Profile @ Level 3 (e.g.720p60, 1080i60, 1080p30) VC-1 Advanced Profile Only streams compliant to SMPTE 421M VC-1 standard are supported. Video Simple Profile @ Medium Level (e.g.CIF,QVGA) .asf VC-1 Simple Main Profile @ High Level (e.g.1080p30) .wmv...
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ENTERTAINMENT Browsing Movie List Control playback by using the follow- ing buttons. Play a video file stored from a connected device. Connect a USB storage device. Press the SETTINGS button. �� MY MEDIA Accesses the 01:02:30 / 02:30:25 Hide Exit Option Q.MENU Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿...
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ENTERTAINMENT Options for Movie List Setting Description Subtitle Speed: If a subtitle is Press the Q.MENU button. Lan- not synchronized with its Use the ︿ or ﹀ button to move to a guage video, you can adjust its desired option and press the speed at 0.5 sec unit.
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ENTERTAINMENT Registering the DivX code To deregister the DivX code Please check your DivX code. For more Use the DivX deregistration code to information on the registration process, deactivate the DivX DRM function. visit www.divx.com/vod. After registra- tion, your can enjoy DivX VOD content Press SETTINGS button to enter protected by the DivX DRM code.
ENTERTAINMENT PHOTO LIST ❶ ❷ ❸ ❺ ❹ You can see the photos stored on a con- Page 1/1 ꘃ Page Change Photo List USB STORAGE DEVICE nected device. book Page 1/1 Butterfly_... 01:34:33 Supported Photo Files PHOTO (*.JPEG) Baseline: 64-pixel (width) x 64-pixel ꔅ...
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ENTERTAINMENT Setting Description Control playback by using the follow- ing buttons. Hide Hides the menu on the full size screen. To see the menu, press 01_a.jpg 2008/12/10 the OK button on the 1920 x 1080 479 KB remote control. [1/4] Exit Exit from full screen photo view.
ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC LIST Options for Photo List Press the Q.MENU button. You can play audio files stored on the connected device. Use the ︿ or ﹀ button to move to a desired option and press the OK but- Supported Music Files ton.
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ENTERTAINMENT Description Setting Description ❶ Thumbnails Hide Hides the playback bar. Press the OK button to Abnormal file make the playback bar appear. Exit Returns to the Music List File not supported screen. ❷ File List Options for Music List ❸...
ENTERTAINMENT FILE LIST Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to select the file you want and press the You can see document files stored on a OK button. connected device. Supported File Formats ❶ ❷ ❸ ❹ Page 1/1 XLS, DOC, PPT, TXT, XLSX, PPTX, ꘃ...
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ENTERTAINMENT Set FileViewer Option Control playback by using the follow- Setting Description ing buttons. y Click Go Page then the pop-up Single On Loads and displays window for selecting the number of Page pages one by one. The page appears. Loading initial loading time is y Input the page to move to the page...
3D FUNCTION 3D FUNCTION 3D technology uses different video frames for each eye to add depth to the video. Before Watching 3D Warning about photosensitivity sei- zures While Watching 3D - Some users may experience a seizure or other abnormal symptoms WARNING when they are exposed to a flash- If you view 3D images too closely for...
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The 3D glasses must be DLP-LINK (DLP Ready) type. Please use 3D glasses certified by LG You may not be able to watch 3D Electronics. properly if there is an obstacle be- tween the projector and 3D glasses.
3D FUNCTION Requirements for Watching 3D Images * Optimum viewing angle: Top/Bottom/Left/Right 9 ° Optimum viewing distance: Between 3 m and 5 m Recommended screen size: 101 cm * Basically, Watching 3D videos should be done in dark room environments only. * For 3D watching, set the energy saving mode to Minimum.
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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 the button 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 SETUP Menu Press the SETTINGS button. Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to select a desired item and press the OK button. Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to set up a desired item and press the OK button. When you finished, press SETTINGS.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE Settings Press the SETTINGS button. PICTURE ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to select PICTURE • Energy Saving : Maximum and press the OK button. • Picture Mode : Standard • Contrast Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description Aspect Changes the image size to view images at its optimal size. Ratio Screen Adjusts the picture quality of RGB-PC input. (RGB-PC) Option Resolution Available resolutions are 768 resolution (1024 x 768/ 1280 x 768/ 1360 x 768, 60 Hz) and 1050 resolution (1400 x 1050/ 1680 x 1050, 60 Hz).
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description Edge Provides much sharper and clearer edges to the picture. Enhancer Expert Pattern This is a pattern used for expert adjustment. Color Filter Accurately adjusts color and tint by filtering a specific color area of RGB space. White Peaking Adjust white color brightness.
Select when you watch movies. Sport Select when you watch sports events. Game Select when you play games. Infinite LG's unique sound option provides 5.1 channel stereo sound from Surround two speakers. Treble Adjusts the treble sound. Bass Adjusts the base sound.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CHANNEL Settings Press the SETTINGS button. CHANNEL ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to select • Auto Tuning CHANNEL and press the OK button. • Manual Tuning Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to set up a desired •...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS TIME Settings Press the SETTINGS button. TIME ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to select TIME and press the OK button. • Clock • Off Time : Off Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to set up a desired •...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS LOCK Settings Press MENU to access the menu. LOCK ꔂ Move ꔉ OK Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to LOCK • Set Password and press OK. • Lock System : Off • Block Channel Press the Navigation buttons to scroll to the •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description TV Rating- Blocks the children’s TV programs that parents do not want their Children children to watch. To block other TV programs, you should set the TV Rating-General feature. Rating Applies to TV-Y, TV-Y7 Fantasy Violence Applies to TV-Y7 TV Rating- Blocks the TV programs that you want based on the ratings by using...
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION Settings Press the SETTINGS button. OPTION Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to select OPTION ꔂ Move ꔉ OK and press the OK button. • Language Use the ︿, ﹀, ︿ or ﹀ button to set up a desired •...
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CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Setting Description High Altitude If the projector is used at an altitude higher than 1200 meters, turn this on. Otherwise, the projector may overheat or its protection func- tion may be activated. If this happens, turn the projector off and then on again after waiting for several minutes.
MAKING CONNECTIONS MAKING CONNECTIONS You can connect various external devices to the ports on the projector. Computer/Notebook Video Digital Device Game Console Headphones...
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to an HD Connecting to a PC Receiver, DVD Player, or The projector supports Plug & Play. A PC will automatically recognize the projector and requires no driver to be Connect an HD receiver, DVD Player, or installed.
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to the AV INPUT Connect the output ports of an external device and the AV INPUT port of the projector. Press the INPUT button to select AV. Optional Accessories Extras Accessories You can connect the audio cable without using a gender as shown in the illustra- Optional Extras...
MAKING CONNECTIONS Connecting to Component Connection Headphones You can enjoy vivid images when you connect an external device with a RGB You can listen to the audio through a IN port to the component port of the headphone. projector. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select Component.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Clean your projector to keep it in opti- mum condition. Cleaning the Projector 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 MODELS PB63U (PB63U-JE) Resolution (Pixel) 1280 (Horizontal) × 800 (Vertical) Aspect ratio 16:10 (Horizontal:Vertical) Panel size (mm) 11.623 Projection distance 0.80 m - 3.25 m (63.5 cm - 254.0 cm) (Video size) Ratio of upward 100 % projection Working range of the remote control Video input...
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SPECIFICATIONS Supported Monitor Display HDMI/DVI-DTV/WiDi supported mode Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical Resolution Frequency Frequency Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) (kHz) (Hz) 640 x 350 31.468 70.09 720 x 480 31.469 59.94 31.5 720 x 400 31.469 70.08 720 x 576 31.25 640 x 480 31.469...
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