Owner's Manual LG Minibeam Pro DLP Projector Please read the safety information carefully before using this product. PF1500G www.lg.
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. This DivX Certified® device has passed rigorous testing to ensure it plays DivX® video. To play purchased DivX movies, first register your device at vod.divx.com. Find your registration code in the DivX VOD section of your device setup menu.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 personal injury or product damage. • Read the owner's manual carefully and keep it on hand.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Do not install the product in a place with no ventilation (e.g., on a bookshelf or in a closet) or on a carpet or cushion. --This may result in fire due to the increase in internal temperature. • Do not place the product close to sources of steam, oil, or oil mist, such as humidifiers and kitchen counters. --Failure to do so may result in fire, electric shock, or corrosion. • Do not install the product onto a wall or ceiling that is close to sources of oil or oil mist.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • The grounding wire should be connected. --Ensure that you connect the grounding cable to avoid electric shock. If it is not possible to ground the unit, have a qualified electrician install a separate circuit breaker. Do not try to ground the projector by connecting it to telephone wires, lightning rods, or gas pipes. • The power plug should be inserted fully into the power outlet. --An unstable connection may cause a fire. • Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Do not insert a conductor into the other side of the wall outlet while the power plug is inserted into the wall outlet. In addition, do not touch the power plug immediately after it is disconnected from the wall outlet. --This may result in electric shock. • Only use the official power cord provided by LG Electronics. Do not use other power cords. --This may result in fire or electric shock.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Unplug the power cord from the outlet during a lightning storm. --This will prevent shock or damage to the projector. • Do not use the projector near electronic devices that generate a strong magnetic field. • Do not put the plastic package used to pack the projector around your head. --This may cause suffocation. • Do not keep your hand on the projector for a long time when it is running.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Do not block the light beam emitted from the projector using a book or other object. --Lengthy exposure to the projector beam may result in fire. In addition, the lens may be overheated and damaged by the reflected heat. Disable the AV function to stop projection temporarily or turn off the power. • Do not start the projector with the volume turned up high. --High volume may damage hearing. • Do not use high voltage electrical equipment near the projector, (e.g., a bug zapper).
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Others WARNING • When you go out, place the projector out of reach of animals, and remove the power plug from the wall outlet. --Using a damaged power cord may result in short circuit or fire. • Do not use the projector near high precision electronic devices or those that transmit weak radio signals. --This may affect the operation of the product, causing an accident. • Only a qualified technician can disassemble or modify the projector.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION • Do not mix new batteries with old ones. -- Burst or leaking batteries may result in damage or injury. • Be sure to unplug if the projector is not to be used for a long period. -- Accumulated dust may result in fire or electric shock due to overheating, ignition, or poor insulation. • Only use the specified type of battery. -- Burst or leaking batteries may result in damage or injury. • Dispose of used batteries properly. -- This may result in explosion or fire.
CONTENTS 11 CONTENTS LICENSES 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3 PREPARATION 13 Accessories 13 Optional Extras 14 Parts and Components 15 --Main Unit 15 --Side 16 --Back 17 Using the Joystick Button --Basic Functions --Adjusting the Menu 18 18 19 Projector Status Indicators 19 Installation 20 --Installation Precautions 20 --Projection Distance per Screen Size 21 --How to Install the Projector On a Tripod 23 --Kensington Security System 24 REMOTE CONTROL 25 USING THE PROJECTOR 28 Watching
CONTENTS MY MEDIA 41 CONNECTING DEVICES 84 Before Using 41 --Connecting a USB Device 41 --Removing a USB Device 41 Connecting to HD Receiver, DVD, or VCR Player, External Devices 85 --HDMI Connection 85 --HDMI to DVI Connection 85 --AV Connection 86 --Component Connection 87 To Use My Media --Watching the Videos --Viewing the Photos --Listening to Music --Viewing Files 43 46 52 55 58 3D FUNCTION 62 While Watching 3D 62 Connecting a PC --HDMI Connection --HDMI to DVI Connect
PREPARATION 13 PREPARATION The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product. Accessories Accessories included with the projector are show below. Accessories are subject to change without prior notice. New accessories may be added or old ones removed.
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.
PREPARATION 15 Parts and Components This 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. Main Unit Joystick Button Speaker Vent1) Vent1) Zoom ring Lens2) Vent1) Speaker Focus Ring Vent1) 1) Due to the high temperature of vent area, do not get close to the vent area.
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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 Power On When the projector is turned off, place your finger on the joystick button, press it once, and release it. Power Off When the projector is turned on, place your finger on the joystick button, press it once for a few seconds, and release it.
PREPARATION 19 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. Close Projector off Turns the power off. Input List Changes the input source. Close Clears on-screen displays and returns to projector viewing. Settings Displays the Settings menu.
PREPARATION Installation Installation Precautions • Place the projector in a wellventilated environment. --To prevent internal overheating, install the projector in a well-ventilated place. Do not place anything near the projector that may block its air vents. If the air vents are blocked, the internal temperature of the projector will increase. --Do not place the projector on a carpet or rug.
PREPARATION 21 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. 3 Position the projector so that the lens is at a right angle to the screen. If the projector is not at a right angle, the projected image will look distorted.
PREPARATION 16:9 Aspect Ratio (Wide) Screen Size (mm) Screen Width (Y) (mm) Screen Height (X) (mm) 762 889 1016 1143 1270 1397 1524 1651 1778 1905 2032 2159 2286 2413 2540 2667 2794 2921 3048 664 775 886 996 1107 1218 1328 1439 1550 1660 1771 1882 1992 2103 2214 2324 2435 2546 2657 374 436 498 560 623 685 747 809 872 934 996 1058 1121 1183 1245 1308 1370 1432 1494 16:9 Aspect Ratio (Tele) Screen Size (mm) Screen Width (Y) (mm) Screen Height (X) (mm) 693 808 924 1039 1155 1270 1385 1501
PREPARATION 23 How to Install the Projector On a Tripod • You can install the 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. (If it is longer than the maximum allowed size, it may damage the projector.
PREPARATION Kensington Security System • This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector as an anti-theft mechanism. 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. • The Kensington Security System is an optional accessory.
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL Open the battery cover on the back of the remote control and insert the batteries which are specified in the battery room with poles pointing in the correct direction. The new and same type of batteries (1.5 V AAA) must be used. CAUTION • Do not mix new batteries with old ones. (POWER) Turns the projector on or off. USB/MY MEDIA L/R SOUND BLANK Accesses USB mode. INPUT Changes the input source. Playback Control Buttons Controls playback of MY MEDIA.
REMOTE CONTROL VOL +, Adjusts the volume level. PAGE Moves to the previous/next page. , L/R SOUND BLANK 3D RATIO Resizes an image. 3D Shows 3D images. MUTE Mutes the sound of the projector. SETTINGS Displays or closes the Settings menu. STILL Freezes the moving image. (Available in any mode other than USB mode.) Q.MENU Enters the quick menu. Up/Down/Left/Right buttons Sets the function or moves the cursor. OK Shows the current mode and saves changes to the settings.
REMOTE CONTROL NOTE • When using the remote control, the optimal operation range is 6 meters or less (left/right) and within a 30 degree arc of the remote control IR receiver. • 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. • For seamless operation, do not block the IR receiver.
USING THE PROJECTOR USING THE PROJECTOR Watching Projector Turning on the Projector The menu screen display in this owner's manual is an example to help users understand how to operate the product and may look different from the actual screen. 1 Connect the power cord correctly. 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.
USING THE PROJECTOR 29 Focus and Position of the Screen Image When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits the screen properly. Zoom Ring Focus Ring • To adjust the focus of the image, rotate the focus ring. • To adjust the size of the image, rotate the zoom ring. To move the screen image upward/downward, adjust the height of the foot at the bottom of the projector.
USING THE PROJECTOR Watching With the Projector 1 When in standby mode, press the POWER button to turn the projector on. 2 Press the INPUT button and select the input signal you want. 3 Control the projector using the following buttons while watching projector. Button Description VOL +, - Adjusts the volume level. MUTE Mutes all sounds. Q.MENU Accesses the quick menu. RATIO Resizes an image. Edge Adj. Adjusts the Edge Adj settings. 4 To turn the projector off, press the POWER button.
USING THE PROJECTOR 31 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 Resizes images to the 16:9 ratio. Just Scan Displays video images in the original size without removing parts of the edge of the image.
USING THE PROJECTOR Using the Edge Adj (4 Corner Keystone) Function Edge Adj (4 Corner Keystone) adjusts the horizontal and vertical sides of the projected image if the projector is at an angle and not perpendicular to the screen. This feature ensures the shape of the projected image is not distorted. Use this feature only when the projector cannot be set up at the optimal angle. Edge Adj may result in a loss of image quality. Edge Adj ꔂ Move Prev.
USING THE PROJECTOR Changing Input Device To select an external input Selects external input. The illustration of the menu may differ from the actual screen on the product. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input selection screen. --Connected inputs are displayed first. However, SCREEN SHARE and AV input is always activated. • Select an input signal using the remote control's INPUT button to connect the projector to the desired input.
USING THE PROJECTOR Selecting an Input Label Displays which devices are connected to which input ports. Input Label AV Component RGB-PC HDMI1 HDMI2 Close 1 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input selection screen. 2 Press the Red button. 3 Use the or button to scroll to one of the input sources. 4 Use the or button to select one of the input labels.
USING THE PROJECTOR Selecting a Blank Image 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Press the , , , or buttons to select OPTION 2 and press the OK button. 3 Press the button. buttons to select Blank Image and press the OK , 4 Press the or button to move to the setting or option you want and press the OK button. Using the Quick Menu You can easily customize your frequently used menus. 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Press the or button to select a menu and press OK button.
ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT Using SCREEN SHARE 1 Set the external input of the projector to SCREEN SHARE. 2 Enable related SCREEN SHARE function on the device you wish to connect. 3 Connect the projector from the search list on the device you wish to connect. (When you connect the projector to your laptop, input the PIN code shown on your display. The request for a PIN will be shown only at the initial connection.) 4 If the desired device accepts the request, SCREEN SHARE will be started.
ENTERTAINMENT Setting Up Bluetooth on the Projector This option is used to output sound from the projector through Bluetooth audio devices. NOTE • The devices that can be connected are as follows: LG BTS1, LG HBS-700 , LG HBS- 730 , LG HBS-800 (Models available for purchase may vary by region.) • Products from other manufacturers may not be compatible. • You can use the remote control to adjust the volume of the connected device.
ENTERTAINMENT Searching for Bluetooth Devices and Connecting Go to SETTINGS → AUDIO → Sound Out → Bluetooth → Search Device to search for nearby Bluetooth audio devices and then connect any detected devices to the projector. (If the device name is longer than 20 characters, only the first 20 will be displayed.) 1 Set the Bluetooth device to pairing mode and then select Search Device. • Select Stop searching to view the devices detected so far.
ENTERTAINMENT 39 3 When a Bluetooth device is connected, you will hear sound from the projector through the connected device. • The connected Bluetooth device will be added automatically to the List of registered devices. Once registered, Bluetooth devices can be connected simply by selecting them from the List of registered devices without having to search for them. • Connected devices can only be disconnected from SETTINGS → AUDIO → Sound Out → Bluetooth → List of registered devices.
ENTERTAINMENT Disconnecting Select Disconnect to disconnect the device. • You can only disconnect a device from the List of registered devices. 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.
MY MEDIA 41 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. USB flash Drive  Removing a USB Device 1 Click the Q.MENU button. 2 Use the or button to move to USB Device and press the OK button. 3 Select a USB to remove.
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. • Use only USB storage devices formatted with the Windows FAT32 or NTFS file system.
MY MEDIA 43 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 transmission rate: 20 Mbps (Mega bit per second) • External supported subtitle formats: *.smi, *.srt, *.sub (MicroDVD, SubViewer 1.0/2.0), *.ass, *.ssa, *.txt (TMPlayer), *.
MY MEDIA Extension .vob .mpg .mpeg Codec Video MPEG-1, MPEG-2 Audio Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer I, II, DVD-LPCM Video MPEG-1 Audio MPEG-1 Layer I, II Audio File File type mp3 AC3 MPEG AAC, HEAAC CDDA Item Bit rate Sampling rate Bit rate Sampling rate Bit rate Sampling rate Bit rate Sampling rate 32 kHz to 48 kHz 32 kbps to 640 kbps 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz 32 kbps to 448 kbps 32 kHz to 48 kHz 24 kbps to 3844 kbps 8 kHz to 96 kHz Bit rate 1.44 kbps Sampling rate 44.
MY MEDIA 45 Available photo file File type 2D (jpeg, jpg, jpe), 3D (jps) 3D (mpo) BMP Item Info Support File type SOF0: Baseline, SOF1: Extend Sequential, SOF2: Progressive Picture Size Minimum: 64 x 64 Maximum: Normal Type: 15360 (W) x 8640 (H) Progressive Type: 1920 (W) x 1440 (H) Support File type MPO Picture Size 4:3 size : 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536 3:2 size : 3648 x 2432 Picture Size Minimum: 64 x 64 Maximum: 9600 (W) x 6400 (H) Support File type Interlace, Non-Interlac
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.
MY MEDIA 4 Use the , , the OK button. , or button to select the file you want and press 2 1 4 3 Page 1/1 Movie List USB STORAGE DEVICE Drive1 Drive2 Drive3 Drive4 5 PAGE Drive5 6 No. Go to upper folder Exit 7 8 Description Thumbnails 1 Abnormal file File not supported 2 File List 3 Moves to the upper level folder. 4 Current page/Total no. of folder pages 5 Current page/Total no. of file pages 6 Moves to the top level folder. 7 Moves to the upper level folder.
MY MEDIA 5 Control playback by using the following buttons.  Item Q.MENU Option Hide 나가기 Exit Description Shows the current playing position. Use move forward or backward. Stops playing and returns to Movie List. or buttons to Returns to normal playback. Pauses the media player. If no button is pressed on the remote control for 10 minutes after pausing, the playback is restarted. Displays in slow motion. Whenever this button is pressed, the playback speed is changed.
MY MEDIA 49 Options for Movie List 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Use the or 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. Item Description Picture Size Selects the size of a playback screen. • Full: Files are played in full screen mode according to the aspect ratio of video. • Original: Displays the video in the original size.
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 In the Settings menu, move to OPTION 1 and press DivX(R) VOD. Registration Deregistration  2 Press the button. or Close button to move to Registration and press the OK You must register your device to play DivX(R) protected videos. Registration Code: XXXXXXXXXX Register at http://vod.divx.
MY MEDIA To deregister the DivX code Use the DivX deregistration code to deactivate the DivX DRM function. 1 In the Settings menu, move to OPTION 1 and press DivX(R) VOD. 2 Use the or button to go to Deregistration and press the OK button. 3 Select Yes. Your device is already registered. Are you sure you wish to deregister? Yes No Deregistration code : ******** Deregister at http://vod.divx.
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) • Only JPEG files are supported. • Non-supported files are displayed in the form of an icon. • An error message is displayed for corrupted files or file formats that cannot be played.
MY MEDIA No. Description Thumbnails 1 Abnormal file File not supported 2 File List 3 Moves to the upper level folder. 4 Current page/Total no. of folder pages 5 Current page/Total no. of file pages 6 Moves to the top level folder. 7 Moves to the upper level folder. 8 Exits Photo List. 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. 01_a.jpg 2008/12/10 1920 x 1080 479 KB [1/4] Slideshow Item BGM Q.MENU Option Hide Exit Description Selects the previous or next photo.
MY MEDIA Item Description Rotates photos. • Rotates a photo 90°, 180°, 270°, 360° clockwise. • Photos cannot be rotated if their width is greater than the height of the max. supported resolution. Views the photo in full mode or original mode. Press the blue button to enlarge the image. Reduces power consumption by adjusting peak screen brightness. Switches to the 3D screen. A pop-up window will appear. Option Hide Hides the menu on the full size screen.
MY MEDIA 55 Set Video. You can change video settings. (Refer to PICTURE Settings on page 69.) Set Audio. You can change audio settings. (Refer to AUDIO Settings on page 75.) Set 3D Video You can set 3D image or 2D image. 3D setting You can set 3D settings. You can set 3D settings. (Refer to OPTION 1 Settings on page 81.) 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.
MY MEDIA No. Description Thumbnails Abnormal file 1 File not supported 2 File List 3 Moves to the upper level folder. 4 Current page/Total no. of folder pages 5 Current page/Total no. of file pages 6 Moves to the top level folder. 7 Moves to the upper level folder. 8 Exits Music List. 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. Page 1/1 Music List USB STORAGE DEVICE Drive1 PAGE Page Change Page 1/1 Butterfly_... 01:34:33 002. - B02.mp3 Q.
MY MEDIA Item 57 Description Plays the previous/next file. Reduces power consumption by adjusting peak screen brightness. Option Sets up the options of Music List. Hide Hides the playback bar. • Press the OK button to make the playback bar appear. Exit Returns to the Music List screen. 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 Use the , , , or button to set up each item. Set Audio 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. • For documents that include images, the resolution may look lower during the realigning process.
MY MEDIA 59 Browsing File List 1 Connect a USB storage device. 2 Press the USB button. 3 Use the or button to select File List and press the OK button. 4 Use the , , , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button. 2 1 Page 1/1 File List USB STORAGE DEVICE DOC 3 Drive1 Drive2 Drive3 Drive4 4 PAGE Drive5 Page 1/1 Butterfly_... 06/09/2014 Go to root folder Go to upper folder Exit 5 6 7 No. Description 1 File List 2 Moves to the upper level folder.
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.  Item Go Page ꔦ Zoom Q.MENU Option Hide Exit Description Go Page Moves to the page you want.
MY MEDIA 61 Options for File List 1 Press the Q.MENU button. 2 Use the , , , or button to set up each item. Set FileViewer Option Item Single Page Loading Image Quality Document Align Description On Loads and displays pages one by one. The initial loading time is short but a content-heavy page may be displayed slowly. Off Loads all pages of a file to memory before it starts to display them. The initial loading time is long but you can navigate pages quickly after loading is complete.
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, you may experience eyestrain. • If you watch the projector or game screen for a long time with 3D glasses on, you may experience dizziness or eye fatigue. • People with chronic diseases (epilepsy, cardiovascular disease, blood pressure-related diseases, etc.
3D FUNCTION 63 • 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. If you experience one of the following symptoms while watching a 3D video, stop watching the 3D video immediately and take a rest.
3D FUNCTION • Elderly viewers may have a reduced depth perception than younger viewers. Avoid watching video nearer than the recommended distance. • Watch 3D images within the optimum viewing angle and distance. • If you are outside the viewing angle or distance, you may not be able to see 3D images. You cannot view 3D images when you are lying down. • You may see left and right images overlapped during projector initialization after it is powered on. It may take some time for optimization.
3D FUNCTION 65 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.
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 DLPLINK type glasses. It may be different depending on the glasses type.) 3 If the glasses flicker or problems occur while watching 3D, first turn the lights off to make the room darker.
3D FUNCTION 67 Supported 3D Mode Horizontal Vertical Signal Resolution Frequency Frequency (kHz) (Hz) 720p 1080i 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 HDMI 1080p Supported 3D Formats 89.9 / 90 59.94 / 60 Frame Packing 45 60 Side by side (half), Top and Bottom 33.7 60 Side by side (half), Top and Bottom 53.95 / 54 23.98 / 24 Frame Packing 67.5 60 Side by side (half), Top and Bottom, Single Frame Sequential 27 24 Side by side (half), Top and Bottom 33.
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 , , the OK button. , or button to set up the desired item and press 4 Press the EXIT button when completed. Menu Description PICTURE Adjusts the image quality for optimal viewing. AUDIO Adjusts the sound quality and volume level. TIME Sets time-related settings. WIRELESS Wireless-related features.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , , , or buttons to select PICTURE and press the OK button. 3 Use the PICTURE ꔂ Move •• ꕊ Energy Saving : Minimum •• Picture Mode , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. --To return to the previous menu, press the BACK button. : Standard •• Contrast 100 •• Brightness 50 •• Sharpness 20 •• Color 55 •• Tint 0 R 4 Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu 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 Maximizes the visual effect of video. Vivid Heightens contrast, brightness, and sharpness to display vivid images. Displays images in standard levels of Standard contrast, brightness, and sharpness. Cinema Optimizes the image for a movie.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu 71 Description 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. Adjusts the picture quality of RGB-PC input. Option Screen (RGB-PC) Resolution Available resolutions are 768 resolution (1024 x 768/ 1280 x 768/ 1360 x 768, 60 Hz). Auto Config.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Advanced Control Menu Description Dynamic Contrast Adjusts contrast and color to the optimal level 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. • Wide: Makes use of the display's rich colors.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu 73 Description In Expert mode, you can customize the options of each mode. Color Temperature Color Management System Gamma: Select 1.9, 2.2,or 2.4. a. Method: 2 Points --Pattern: Inner, Outer --Points: Low, High --Red/Green/Blue: The adjustment range for each color is from -50 to +50. --Apply to all inputs: The values of the Color Temperature is applied to all the input modes. b.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture Option Menu Description Noise Reduction Reduces screen noise in the video. MPEG Noise Reduction Eliminates noise generated while creating digital 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. Real Cinema Optimizes the screen for movie viewing. Color Temperature Adjusts the overall color of the screen to suit your preference.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS AUDIO Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , , , or button to select AUDIO and press the OK button. 3 Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. --To return to the previous menu, press the BACK button. AUDIO •• Sound Mode ꔂ Move ꔉ OK : Standard •• Sound Effect •• Auto Volume : Off •• Sound Out : Projector Speaker •• AV Sync. Adjust : Off 4 Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu Description The user can select various sound effects. Mode Clear Voice II Makes the voice from the projector crisp and clear. Virtual Surround LG’s proprietary audio processing technology allows 5.1 channel-like surround sound from two speakers. • When Clear Voice II is set to on, Virtual Surround cannot be selected. Equalizer Adjusts the volume to a level of your choice using the Equalizer.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu Description Sets the audio output of the projector. Mode Projector Speaker Sound is output through the projector speaker. External Speaker (Optical) Sound is output through the speaker connected to the optical port. • Digital Sound Out: Sets up Digital Sound Output. Sound is output through the Bluetooth headset. First, set Bluetooth to on. Sound Out Item Bluetooth Search Device Search for the device to connect to.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu Description Synchronizes video and audio directly when they do not match. If you set AV Sync. Adjust to On, you can adjust the sound output (projector speakers or SPDIF) to the screen image. Mode Projector Speaker Adjusts the synchronization of the sound from the projector's internal speakers. The + and - buttons allow the viewer to synchronize the audio with the video.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS TIME Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , , , or button to select TIME and press the OK button. 3 Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. --To return to the previous menu, press the BACK button. TIME ꔂ Move •• Sleep Timer : Off •• Auto Off : 60 min. ꔉ OK •• Automatic Standby : 4 hours 4 Press the EXIT button when completed. The available time settings are described as follows.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS WIRELESS Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , , , or button to select WIRELESS and press the OK button. WIRELESS •• SCREEN SHARE ꔂ Move ꔉ OK : [PJTR][LG]PF1500[0000] •• Group 3 Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. --To return to the previous menu, press the BACK button. •• Channel 4 Press the EXIT button when completed. The available wireless settings are described as follows.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION 1 Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , , , or button to select OPTION 1 and press the OK button. 3 Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. --To return to the previous menu, press the BACK button. OPTION 1 ꔂ Move 81 ꔉ OK •• Language •• 3D Mode •• Auto Input Search : Off •• DivX(R) VOD •• Initial Setting •• Mode Setting : Standard 4 Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION 2 Settings 1 Press the SETTINGS button. 2 Use the , , , or button to select OPTION 2 and press the OK button. 3 Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. --To return to the previous menu, press the BACK button.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Menu 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 function may be activated. If this happens, turn the projector off and then on again after waiting for several minutes. Blank Image Selects a background for blank image. Makes the projector turn on automatically when the adaptor plug is inserted.
CONNECTING DEVICES CONNECTING DEVICES You can connect various external devices to the projector.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting to HD Receiver, DVD, or VCR Player, External Devices Connect an HD receiver, DVD, VCR player, or external devices to the projector and select an appropriate input mode. HDMI Connection With an HDMI cable, you can enjoy high quality picture and sound. Using a HDMI cable, connect the port of the projector to the HDMI output port of the device to connect. Both video and audio are output at the same time. You can also use the .
CONNECTING DEVICES AV Connection Connect the output ports of an external device and the AV IN ports of the projector using an AV cable. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select AV. Check whether cables of the same color are connected properly.
CONNECTING DEVICES Component Connection You can enjoy a video by connecting the component port of an external device to the COMPONENT IN port of the projector. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select Component. Check whether cables of the same color are connected properly.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting a PC The projector supports Plug & Play. Your PC will automatically detect the projector and requires no driver installation. HDMI Connection Using an HDMI cable, connect the port of the projector to the HDMI output port of your PC. Both video and audio are output at the same time. You can also use the . Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select HDMI. You can connect with any HDMI input port.
CONNECTING DEVICES NOTE • It is recommended to use an HDMI connection for the best image quality. • Depending on the graphics card, DOS mode video may not work if a HDMI to DVI Cable is in use. • In PC mode, there may be noise associated with the resolution, vertical pattern, contrast, or brightness. If noise is present, change the PC output to another resolution, change the refresh rate to another rate, or adjust the brightness and contrast on the PICTURE menu until the picture is clear.
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 You can connect the projector to a laptop to use various functions. HDMI Connection Using an HDMI cable, connect the port of the projector to the HDMI output port of your laptop. Both video and audio are output at the same time. You can also use the . Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select HDMI. You can connect with any HDMI input port. Optional Extras 91 The table below shows examples of switching the output.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting Headphones Connecting a Digital Amp You can listen to the audio through a headphone. Using an optical cable, connect the digital audio input port of a digital amp to the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT port of the projector. The output of an amp with a digital converter must be set to the desired audio format.
CONNECTING DEVICES NOTE • Refer to the user manual of the audio device to connect. • When connecting this product to other devices, make sure to turn off and unplug all the devices. • The audio output of this product has wide-ranging audio bandwidth, so the receiver volume must be adjusted properly. Speakers can be damaged by unexpected high frequencies.
CONNECTING DEVICES Using the Mirroring Function of a Mobile Phone MHL Connection The Mobile High-definition Link (MHL) is an interface that can connect a mobile phone to the projector and play video and audio from the mobile phone through the projector. This only applies to products with a HDMI input that supports MHL. (To find out whether your device is MHL-certified, please contact your device manufacturer.) For MHL support, check the port. Use a dedicated cable for MHL.
MAINTENANCE 95 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. Please be aware that liquid may flow into the lens if the product is sprayed directly onto the lens.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model PF1500G (PF1500G-GL) Resolution (Pixel) 1920 (Horizontal) × 1080 (Vertical) Aspect Ratio 16:9 (Horizontal:Vertical) Panel size (mm) 11.896 Projection Distance (Video size) Wide : 0.91 m to 3.70 m (76.2 cm to 304.8 cm) Tele : 0.91 m to 3.70 m (69.3 cm to 277.1 cm) Ratio of Upward Projection 100 % Working range of the remote control 6m Power AC 100 - 240 V, 50 Hz/ 60 Hz Power consumption 100 W AC-DC Adaptor 19 V 5.
SPECIFICATIONS 97 Temperature Operation environment Operation 0 °C to 40 °C Storage -20 °C to 60 °C Relative humidity Operation 0 % to 80 % Storage 0 % to 85 % * Contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions. Supported RGB-PC/HDMI(PC) Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640 x 350 31.468 70.09 720 x 400 31.469 70.08 640 x 480 31.469 59.94 60.31 800 x 600 37.879 1024 x 768 48.363 60.00 1152 x 864 54.
SPECIFICATIONS Supported HDMI/DVI-DTV Mode Resolution 480p 576p 720p 1080i 1080p Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 31.47 60 31.47 59.94 31.50 60 31.25 50 45.00 60.00 44.96 59.94 37.5 50 33.75 60.00 33.72 59.94 28.125 50 67.500 60 67.432 59.939 27.000 24.000 26.97 23.976 33.75 30.000 33.71 29.97 56.25 50 • To provide the best picture quality, a 1920 x 1080 (1080p) resolution is recommended.
SPECIFICATIONS 99 Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge.com. In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download.
The model and serial numbers of the projector are located on the back or on the side of the projector. Record them below should you ever need service.
