Owner's Manual LG Minibeam DLP Projector Please read the safety information carefully before using this product. PH550 www.lg.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 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. • Read the owner’s manual carefully and keep it on hand.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not allow children to cling to or climb up to the projector. –– This may cause the projector to fall, causing injury or death. • 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Power WARNING • DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE FROM THE MAIN POWER –– The Power plug is the disconnecting device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily accessible. • The grounding wire should be connected. (Except for devices which are not grounded.) –– 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION • Always grab the plug to remove the AC adapter or power cord. –– Otherwise, this may result in a fire or may damage the product. • Refrain from constantly bending the power cord of the AC adapter. –– If the power cord is bent excessively for a long period of time, the cord may break inside. This may result in a fire or electric shock. • Ensure the power cord and plug are not damaged, modified, severely bent, twisted, pulled, sandwiched or hot.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never disassemble the power supply devices (AC adapter/ power cord, etc.). –– This may damage the power cord and result in a fire or electric shock. • Connect the AC adapter and the power cord firmly. –– Not doing so may result in a product failure or fire. • Do not place heavy objects or put pressure on the power cord and AC adapter and avoid damage. –– This may result in a fire or may damage the product.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not look directly into the lens when the projector is in use. –– The bright light may damage your eyes. • When the lamp is on or has just been turned off, avoid touching the air vent or lamp, because these will be very hot. • If there is a gas leak in the room with the projector, do not touch the projector or power outlet. Open the windows for ventilation. –– Sparks may cause fire or burns. • Unplug the power cord from the outlet during a lightning storm.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • It is recommended that you maintain a distance of more than 5 to 7 times the diagonal length of the screen. –– If you watch the screen at a close distance for a long time, your eye sight may become worse. • 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. • Do not start the projector with the volume turned up high.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION • Contact your seller or our service center once a year to clean the internal parts of the projector. –– If you do not clean the projector for a long period of time, dust will accumulate, which may result in fire or damage to the projector. • When cleaning plastic parts such as the projector case, unplug the power first and wipe with a soft cloth. Do not spray with water or wipe with a wet cloth.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • To prevent damage to lamp, unit must remain plugged in for approximately 3 minutes after power down to allow for proper cool down (not applicable on LED models). • Do not touch the lens; doing so can result in burns or damage to lens. Lens and unit may be HOT during and immediately after use. Use caution when handling unit, allowing for proper cool down. • Only use a grounded electrical outlet. (Except for devices which are not grounded.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not throw or disassemble the battery. –– This may result in fire or explosion due to damage to the battery. • Store batteries away from metallic objects, such as keys and paper clips. –– Excess current may cause a rapid increase in temperature, resulting in fire or burns. • Do not store the batteries near any heat source, such as a heater. –– This may result in fire or damage to the product. • Do not store batteries at temperatures higher than 60 °C or in high humidity.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Antenna grounding according to the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 Antenna Lead in Wire Ground Clamp Electric Service Equipment Ground Clamp NEC: National Electrical Code Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding Conductor (NEC Section 810-21) Power Service GroundingElectrode System (NEC Art 250, Part H) 13 For USA NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820 - 40 of the National Electric Code (U.
CONTENTS CONTENTS LICENSE 2 USING THE PROJECTOR 33 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 Connecting to an Antenna or Cable 33 PREPARATION 16 Using The Battery Accessories 16 Optional Extras 18 Parts and Components 19 Using the Joystick Button –– Basic Functions –– Adjusting the Menu 22 22 23 Projector Status Indicators 23 Installation 24 –– Installation Precautions 24 –– Projection Distance per Screen Size 25 –– How to Install the Projector On a Tripod 27 –– Kensington Security System 28 –– How to us
CONTENTS MY MEDIA 15 55 CONNECTING DEVICES 110 Before Using 55 –– Connecting a USB Device 55 –– Removing a USB Device 55 Connecting to HD Receiver, DVD, VCR Player, or External Devices 111 –– HDMI Connection 111 –– HDMI to DVI Connection 111 –– Composite (AV) Connection 112 –– Component Connection 112 To Use My Media –– Watching the Videos –– Viewing the Photos –– Listening to Music –– Viewing Files 57 61 67 71 75 3D FUNCTION 79 While Watching 3D 79 Requirements for Watching 3D Images 83 –– Usi
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.
PREPARATION 17 • 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. If the USB cable or USB flash drive does not fit the USB ports of the projector, use an extension cable that supports USB 2.0. • Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached. • If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a connection error may occur.
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 19 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 Vent1) Vent1) Lens2) Speaker Focus ring 1) D ue to the high temperature of the vent area, do not get close to the vent area.
PREPARATION 1 1 2 3 (USB Port) 2 3 4 Port OFF/ON Switch –– OFF: Turns the projector off completely. –– ON: Turns the projector on and the projector goes into Standby mode. Place the switch to OFF when you move the projector or when you intend not to use the projector for long periods of time. NOTE • Charge the battery when the switch on the back of the projector is set to ON. (The battery will not be fully charged when it is charged with the switch on the back of the projector set to OFF.
PREPARATION 5 5 6 6 (Headphone Port) RGB IN Port 7 Port 8 Battery Charge Indicator –– Red: Charging –– Green: Charging complete 9 DC IN Port 7 8 9 21
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 Power Off When the projector is turned off, place 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. 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 heat build-up, install the projector in a well-ventilated place. Do not place anything near the projector as this may block its air vents. If the air vents are blocked, the internal temperature will increase. –– Do not place the projector on a carpet or rug. If the vent is on the bottom, use the projector on a solid level surface and ensure the vent is not blocked.
PREPARATION 25 Projection Distance per Screen Size 1 2 3 4 Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, together with the PC or audio/video source. Place the projector an appropriate distance away from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image. Position the projector so that the lens is at a right angle to the screen. If the projector is not at a right angle, the projected image will look distorted.
PREPARATION 16:9 Ratio Screen Size (mm) Screen Width (Y) (mm) Screen Height (X) (mm) Projection Distance (D) (mm) 635 762 889 1016 1143 1270 1397 1524 1651 1778 1905 2032 2159 2286 2413 2540 553 664 775 886 996 1107 1218 1328 1439 1550 1660 1771 1882 1992 2103 2214 311 374 436 498 560 623 685 747 809 872 934 996 1058 1121 1183 1245 769 923 1077 1236 1385 1539 1692 1846 2000 2154 2308 2462 2616 2769 2923 3077
PREPARATION 27 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. (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. 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. • What is Kensington? Kensington is a company that provides security systems for laptops and other electronic devices.
PREPARATION 29 How to use the ferrite core * Use the ferrite core as illustrated below to reduce electromagnetic radiation. * The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product. Put the ferrite core around the power cable as illustrated below. Place the ferrite core as close to the power plug as possible for best results.
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. #-"/, 3"5*0 (POWER) Turns the projector on or off. USB/MY MEDIA Accesses USB mode. BLANK Blanks the screen. RATIO Changes the aspect ratio of the screen per pressing of the button.
REMOTE CONTROL #-"/, 3"5*0 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. OK Shows the current mode and saves changes to the settings. Returns to the previous screen. EXIT Exits the menu.
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. 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. • For seamless operation, do not block the IR receiver.
USING THE PROJECTOR 33 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 • Make sure not to bend the copper wire of the RF cable (75 Ω). Turn the input jack to the right to fasten it.
USING THE PROJECTOR Using The Battery The battery is low. Connect a power supply for charging.  • It is displayed when the battery is low (Energy Saving will be changed Maximum mode and will be disabled). • If the screen shows a low battery message, be sure to charge the battery. The device powers off due to insufficient battery.  • It is displayed when the battery is running out. • As your battery is running out, the projector will turn off immediately.
USING THE PROJECTOR 35 Battery using time information Status Time and Display Charging About 3 hours Usage Hours Up to 2.5 hours (Available battery using time up to 2.5 hours when Energy Saving mode set to Max.) Battery Level Indicator Step Step 11 Step Step 22 Step Step 33 Step Step 44 Step Step 55 Full Full NOTE • Charge the battery when the switch on the back of the projector is set to ON.
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 2 Connect the power cord correctly. 3 In the Language Selection screen, select a language. Place the OFF/ON switch on the rear port area to ON and press the POWER button on the joystick button or on the remote control.
USING THE PROJECTOR 5 37 In the Time Zone screen, select Time Zone region and Daylight Saving option. Step 3. Time Zone Time Zone Eastern Daylight Saving Auto Confirm Previous 6 Select an input signal by using the INPUT button on the remote control.
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 2 3 In standby mode, press the POWER button to turn the projector on. Press the INPUT button and select the input signal you want.
USING THE PROJECTOR 39 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. 1 2 Press the SETTINGS button. , 3 Press the , OK button. Press the button.
USING THE PROJECTOR Memorizing or Deleting Channels Manually 1 2 Press the SETTINGS button. 3 Press the button. 4 5 Press the , OK button. or , , or button to select CHANNEL and press the button to select Manual Tuning and press the OK Scroll through the channel types, and then add or delete channels. When you are finished, press the EXIT button. NOTE • If Lock System is turned on, a pop-up window will appear asking for password. • You can store up to 1000 Channels.
USING THE PROJECTOR 41 Editing Your Channel List 1 2 Press the SETTINGS button. 3 Press the button. 4 Press the , OK button. or , , or button to select CHANNEL and press the button to select Channel Edit and press the OK Edit channels using the following buttons. Channel Edit Antenna ꔂ Move ꔉ OK DTV 3-1 Add/Delete Button TV Cable DTV 5-1 Cable TV 7-1 ꘂ Favorite Ch. Block/Unblock Description Red Adds or deletes a channel. Green Block or unblock a channel.
USING THE PROJECTOR Favorite Channel Setup 1 2 Press the SETTINGS button. 3 Press the button. 4 5 6 7 Press the , OK button. or , , or button to select CHANNEL and press the button to select Channel Edit and press the OK Move to your desired channel. Press the FAV button to access the Set as Favorite. Press the or buttons to scrolls through channel group. Press the OK button. Set as Favorite Select a favorite channel group. Multiple selection is available.
USING THE PROJECTOR 43 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 16:9 Just Scan Set By Program 4:3 Zoom Cinema Zoom 1 Description Resizes images to the 16:9 ratio. Displays video images in the original size without removing parts of the edge of the image.
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. • Keystone 0 ◀ - + ▶ OK 1 2 Press the Key's ,or Key's, button to adjust the picture.
USING THE PROJECTOR 45 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. You can use the , , , or button to switch between all the input modes.
USING THE PROJECTOR Selecting an Input Label Displays which devices are connected to which input ports. Input Label AV ◀ ▶ Component ◀ ▶ RGB-PC ◀ ▶ HDMI ◀ ▶ Close 1 2 3 4 Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input selection screen. Press the red button. Use the or Use the , or button to scroll to one of the input sources. button to select one of the input labels.
USING THE PROJECTOR 47 Blank Function Using the Blank Function This function may be effective when you need to draw attention during a meeting or training. 1 2 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. Press any button to clear the blank function. To cover the screen temporarily, press the BLANK button on the remote control. Do not block the lens with any object while the projector is running.
USING THE PROJECTOR Using the Quick Menu You can customize frequently used menus. 1 2 Press the Q.MENU button. Press the Menu Aspect Ratio PJT Mode Picture Mode Multi Audio SAP Sleep Timer Clear Voice II Del/Add USB Device 3 Press the , or button to select a menu and press OK. Description Resizes the picture. Turns the projected image upside down or flips it horizontally. Changes the picture mode. Sets MONO or STEREO, or a language for a bilingual broadcast (Digital signal).
ENTERTAINMENT 49 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 3 4 connect. 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.) 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. • Press the SETTINGS button on the remote control, and then set Bluetooth to On in the WIRELESS menu. 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.
ENTERTAINMENT 51 Searching for Bluetooth Devices and Connecting Go to SETTINGS → WIRELESS → 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, no more than 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.
2 ENTERTAINMENT 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. Search Device List Search Device Searching... Please wait. List Search complete HBS-700 Press OK(ꔉ) to connect the device.
ENTERTAINMENT 53 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 Press OK(ꔉ) to connect the device.
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 → AV Sync. Adjust to adjust the synchronization between the video and the Bluetooth headset sound. • AV Sync.
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. USB Flash Drive Removing a USB Device 1 2 Click the Q.MENU button. 3 Select a USB to remove. Wait for confirmation that the USB device has stopped before removing the USB. Use the button.
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 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) • External supported subtitle formats: *.smi, *.srt, *.sub (MicroDVD, SubViewer 1.0/2.0), *.ass, *.ssa, *.txt (TMPlayer), *.
MY MEDIA Video Supported Codec Maximum: 1920 x 1080 @ 30p (only Motion JPEG 640 x 480 @ 30p) Extension .asf, .wmv Codec Video VC-1 Advanced Profile, VC-1 Simple and Main Profiles Audio WMA Standard, WMA 9 Professional Video DivX3.11, DivX4, DivX5, DivX6, XVID, H.264/AVC Audio MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3), Dolby Digital Video H.264/AVC, MPEG-4 Part 2 Audio AAC Video H.264/AVC Audio HE-AAC, Dolby Digital Video H.
MY MEDIA Audio File File type MP3 AC3 MPEG AAC, HEAAC CDDA LPCM 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 Sampling rate 32 kHz to 48 kHz Bit rate 24 kbps to 3844 kbps Sampling rate 8 kHz to 96 kHz Bit rate 1.44 kbps Sampling rate 44.1 kHz Bit rate 1.41 Mbps to 9.6 Mbps Sampling rate Multi-channel : 44.1 kHz, 88.2 kHz / 48 kHz, 96 kHz Stereo : 176.
MY MEDIA Available photo file File type 2D (jpeg, jpg, jpe), 3D (jps) 3D (mpo) BMP PNG 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-Inte
MY MEDIA 61 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 Browsing Movie List Play a video file stored in the connected device. 1 2 3 4 Connect a USB storage device. Press the USB button. Use the button to select Movie List and press the OK button. , or 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 CH Drive5 Page 1/1 Butterfly_...
MY MEDIA Description 5 7 Moves to the top level folder. 8 Moves to the upper level folder. 9 Exit Movie List. Control playback by using the following buttons. Q.MENU Setting Option Hide 나가기 Exit Description Shows the current playing position. Use move forward or backward. , or buttons to Stops playing and returns to Movie List. 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.
MY MEDIA Options for Movie List 1 2 3 Press the Q.MENU button. Use the button. button to move to a desired option and press the OK or Use the , Set Video Play. , , or button to set up each item. Setting Picture Size Description 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 65 Set 3D Video You can set 3D video or 2D video. 3D setting You can set 3D settings. (Refer to OPTION 1 Settings on page 105.) 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 Close 2 Press the button.
MY MEDIA To deregister the DivX code Use the DivX deregistration code to deactivate the DivX DRM function. 1 2 In the Settings menu, move to OPTION 1 and press DivX(R) VOD. Use the button. or button to go to Deregistration and press the OK Registration Deregistration Close Your device is already registered. Are you sure you wish to deregister? Yes No Deregistration code : ******** Deregister at http://vod.divx.com Continue with registration? Yes 3 No Select Yes.
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. • An error message is displayed for corrupted files or file formats that cannot be played. • Corrupted files may not be displayed properly.
MY MEDIA Browsing Photo List 1 2 3 4 Connect a USB storage device. Press the USB button. Use the button to select Photo List and press the OK button. , or Use the , , the OK button. , or button to select the file you want and press 4 3 2 1 Page 1/1 Photo List USB STORAGE DEVICE Drive1 Drive2 Drive3 Drive4 5 CH Drive5 Page 1/1 Butterfly_...
MY MEDIA 5 69 Control playback by using the following buttons. 01_a.jpg 2008/12/10 1920 x 1080 479 KB [1/4] Slideshow Setting BGM Q.MENU Option Hide Exit 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. BGM You can listen to music while viewing photos in full size. • Set BGM in the Option → Set Photo View. menu. Rotates photos. • Rotates a photo 90°, 180°, 270°, or 360° clockwise.
MY MEDIA Options for Photo List 1 2 Press the Q.MENU button. or 3 Use the button. Use , , button to move to a desired option and press the OK , or button to set up each item. Set Photo View. Setting Slide Speed BGM Description Selects a slideshow speed. Selects a music folder for the background music. • You cannot change the music folder while the background music is playing. • For background music, only the folder from the same device can be selected. –– Repeat : Selects repeat play.
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.
MY MEDIA Browsing Music List 1 2 3 4 Connect a USB storage device. Press the USB button. Use the button to select Music List and press the OK button. , or Use the , , the OK button. , or button to select the file you want and press 4 3 2 1 Page 1/1 Music List USB STORAGE DEVICE Drive1 Drive2 Drive3 Drive4 5 CH Drive5 Page 1/1 Butterfly_...
MY MEDIA 5 Control playback by using the following buttons. Page 1/1 Music List USB STORAGE DEVICE Drive1 CH Page Change Page 1/1 Butterfly_... 03:25 002. - B02.mp3 Q.MENU Setting Option Hide Exit Description Changes the playing position. Stops playing. Returns to normal playback. Pauses the media player. Plays the previous/next file. Option Hide Exit Reduces power consumption by adjusting peak screen brightness.
MY MEDIA Options for Music List 1 2 Press the Q.MENU button. or 3 Use the button. Use , , button to move to a desired option and press the OK , or button to set up each item. Set Audio Play. Setting Repeat Random Description Selects repeat play. Selects random play. Set Audio. You can change audio settings. (Refer to AUDIO Settings on page 94.) BLUETOOTH You can change Bluetooth settings. (Refer to Setting Up Bluetooth on the Projector on page 50.
MY MEDIA 75 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 Browsing File List 1 2 3 4 Connect a USB storage device. Press the USB button. Use the button to select File List and press the OK button. , or Use the , , the OK button. , or button to select the file you want and press 2 3 1 Page 1/1 File List USB STORAGE DEVICE DOC Drive1 Drive2 Drive3 Drive4 4 CH Drive5 Page 1/1 Butterfly_... 06/09/2014 Go to root folder 6 Go to upper folder Exit 7 8 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. Go Page ꔦ Zoom Q.MENU Option Hide Exit Setting Description Go Moves to the page you want. Page Use the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select a page and press the OK button.
MY MEDIA Options for File List 1 2 Press the Q.MENU button. Use , , , or button to set up each item. Set FileViewer Option Setting Single Page Loading Image Quality Document Align Description 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 79 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. • 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 • 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 81 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. Adult guidance and supervision is recommended.
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. Do not use distorted glasses. • Do not drop 3D glasses or allow them to come into contact with other objects. –– This may cause product malfunction. • The lenses of 3D glasses are easily scratched.
3D FUNCTION 83 Requirements for Watching 3D Images * Optimum viewing angle: Top/Bottom/Left/Right 9° Recommended viewing distance: 3 m to 5 m (with Adaptor) 1 m to 2 m (without Adaptor) 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 2 3 While watching 3D images from the projector, press buttons on the glasses. 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.) If the glasses flicker or problems occur while watching 3D, first turn the lights off to make the room darker.
3D FUNCTION 85 Supported 3D Mode Signal Resolution 720p 1280 x 720 1080i 1920 x 1080 Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 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 3 4 the OK button. Use the , , the OK button. , or button to set up the desired item and press Press the EXIT button when completed. Menu Description PICTURE Adjusts the image quality for optimal viewing. AUDIO Adjusts the sound quality and volume level. CHANNEL Sets up and edits a channel. TIME Sets the time and time-related features.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS PICTURE Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select PICTURE and press the OK button. PICTURE ꔂ Move ꔉ OK •• ꕊ Energy Saving : Minimum •• Picture Mode : Standard •• Contrast 100 Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. •• Brightness 50 •• Sharpness 10 •• Color 55 •• Tint 0 R G Press the EXIT button when completed.
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. Cinema Optimizes the image for a movie.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Picture Option 89 Description Sets optional settings. 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 (RGB-PC) Adjusts the picture quality of RGB-PC input. 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). Auto Config.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Advanced Control Item Dynamic Contrast Description 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 91 Expert Control Item Description Dynamic Contrast Adjusts contrast and color to the optimal level 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. • Wide : Makes use of the display's rich colors. Edge Enhancer Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video. Expert Pattern Patterns used for expert adjustment.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Color Management System Description Adjusts Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow colors. Allows an expert to adjust the tint using a test pattern. 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.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Picture Option Item 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 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select AUDIO and press the OK button. Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. AUDIO •• Sound Mode ꔂ Move ꔉ OK : Standard •• Sound Effect •• Auto Volume : Off Press the EXIT button when completed. The available sound settings are described as follows. Item Sound Mode Description Sets the sound mode.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Sound Effect Auto Volume 95 Description The user can select various sound effects. 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. Equalizer Adjusts the volume to a level of your choice using the Equalizer.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CHANNEL Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select CHANNEL and press the OK button. Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. CHANNEL ꔂ Move ꔉ OK •• Auto Tuning •• Manual Tuning •• Channel Edit Press the EXIT button when completed. The available channel settings are described as follows.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 97 TIME Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select TIME and press the OK button. Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. TIME ꔂ Move ꔉ OK •• Clock •• Off Time : Off •• On Time : Off •• Sleep Timer : Off •• Auto Off : 60 min. •• Automatic Standby : Off Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Off Time/On Time Description Sets the time to turn on or off the projector 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. NOTE • If you set both Off Time and On Time features to the same time, the Off time feature overrides the On time feature.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS WIRELESS Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select WIRELESS and press the OK button. Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. WIRELESS ꔂ Move •• SCREEN SHARE ꔉ OK : [PJTR][LG]PH550[0000] •• Group •• Channel •• Bluetooth : Off •• Search Device •• List of registered devices •• AV Sync. Adjust Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Bluetooth Description Sound is output through the Bluetooth headset. First, set Bluetooth to On. Item Search Device List of registered devices AV Sync. Adjust Search for the device to connect to. Connected devices are saved in the List of registered devices. The saved list of registered devices can be displayed. When the video and the sound are not synchronized correctly, you can manually adjust the synchronization.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 101 LOCK Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select LOCK and press the OK button. –– To enter the LOCK menu, enter the preset 4-digit password. The initial password is set as 0000. LOCK •• Lock System ꔉ OK : Off •• Block Channel •• Movie Rating •• TV Rating-Children •• TV Rating-General •• Downloadable Rating Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Lock System Description Locks the selected channel or external input. First set Lock System to On. Item Block Channel Movie Rating Blocks the programs that contain inappropriate contents for children. The programs can be selected but the screen is blank and the audio is muted. To watch a locked program, enter the password.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Lock System 103 Description Item TV Rating- Blocks the children’s TV programs that parents do not want their children to watch. To block Children other TV programs, you should set the TV Rating-General feature.
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. • If you select On : You can turn the projector on only with the Power button if you have turned the projector off using the remote control.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION 1 Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select OPTION 1 and press the OK button. Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. OPTION 1 ꔂ Move ꔉ OK •• Language •• Caption : Off •• 3D Mode •• Auto Input Search : Off •• DivX(R) VOD •• Initial Setting •• Mode Setting : Standard Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Caption Description Digital Option Set up the size and color of the subtitles 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. Text Color Selects a color for the text. Text Opacity Adjusts the opacity for the text color. Bg Color Selects a color for the background color.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item 107 Description Initial Setting Deletes all optional settings and returns to initial default 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. • Do not turn off the power during initialization. Mode Setting Selects Standard or Store Demo. When in use in home, please select Standard. Store Demo mode is for store display.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS OPTION 2 Settings 1 2 3 4 Press the SETTINGS button. Use the , , , or button to select OPTION 2 and press the OK button. Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. –– To return to the previous menu, press the button. OPTION 2 •• Keystone ꔂ Move 0 - •• Auto Keystone : On •• PJT Mode : Front •• High Altitude : Off •• Blank Image : Blue •• Auto Power : Off ꔉ OK + •• Self Diagnosis Press the EXIT button when completed.
CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item High Altitude 109 Description 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. Auto Power 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, VCR Player, or External Devices Connect an HD receiver, DVD, VCR player, or External Devices to the projector and select an appropriate input mode. 111 HDMI to DVI Connection Using an HDMI to DVI cable, connect the projector's port to the DVI OUT port. To output audio, use an audio cable for connection. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select HDMI. HDMI Connection With an HDMI cable, you can enjoy high quality picture and sound.
CONNECTING DEVICES Composite (AV) Connection Component 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 Connecting a PC The projector supports Plug and 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. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select HDMI. HDMI to DVI Connection Using an HDMI to DVI cable, connect the projector's port to the DVI OUT port.
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. You can connect the audio cable without using a gender as shown in the illustration above.
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. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select HDMI. * Optional Extras +'0, 115 The table below shows examples of switching the output.
CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting to Headphones You can listen to the audio through a headphone.
CONNECTING DEVICES 117 Using the Mirroring Function of a Mobile Phone MHL/Slimport Connection You must use a HDMI adapter to connect your cell phone to the projector and to output images and sound from your cell phone to the projector. The compatible HDMI adapters are different, depending upon your cell phone type. Therefore, purchase an appropriate MHL or Slimport adapter. (To find out whether your device is MHL/Slimport-certified, please contact your device manufacturer.
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. Please be aware that liquid may flow into the lens if the product is sprayed directly onto the lens.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Resolution (Pixel) Aspect ratio Panel size Projection distance (Video size) Ratio of upward projection Working range of the remote control Video input PH550 (PH550-NA) 1280 (Horizontal) × 720 (Vertical) 16:9 (Horizontal:Vertical) 7.93 mm 0.77 m to 3.08 m (63.5 cm to 254.0 cm) 100 % 6m NTSC M 19.0 V , 2.
SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Operation environment PH550 (PH550-NA) Operation Storage Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C -20 °C to 60 °C Relative Humidity Operation Storage 0 % to 80 % 0 % to 85 % * Use only power supplies listed in the user instructions. * Contents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of product functions.
SPECIFICATIONS 121 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 59.94 800 x 600 37.879 60.31 1024 x 768 48.363 60.00 1152 x 864 54.348 60.053 1280 x 720 45 60 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 1440 x 900 55.935 59.888 1400 x 1050 65.317 59.979 1600 x 900 60 60 1680 x 1050 65.29 59.954 1920 x 1080 67.
SPECIFICATIONS Supported HDMI/DVI-DTV Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480p 31.47 31.47 31.50 60 59.94 60 720p 45.00 44.96 60.00 59.94 1080i 33.75 33.72 60.00 59.94 1080p 67.500 67.432 27.000 26.97 33.75 33.71 60 59.939 24.000 23.976 30.000 29.97 • To provide the best picture quality, a 1280 x 720 (720p) resolution is recommended.
SPECIFICATIONS 123 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.
