LG PH450U - Manuals

5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be careful not to tip the projector over when connecting external devices to the projector. – This may cause personal injury or damage to the projector. Power WARNING • DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE FROM THE MAIN POWER – The Power plug is the disconnecting device. In case of an em...

7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • The surface of the AC adapter is hot. Keep the AC adapter out of the reach of children and avoid touching it during use. • 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. • Con...

8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never open any cover on the projector. – There is a high risk of electric shock. • 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,...

9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • In the event that no image appears on the screen or no sound is heard, stop using the projector. Switch off the projector, unplug it from the power outlet, and contact our service center. – This may result in fire or electric shock. • Do not drop anything onto the projector o...

10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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. Never use glass cleaner, automobile or industrial polish, abrasives, wax, benzene, or alcohol as these can damage the ...

12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not store batteries at temperatures higher than 60 °C or in high humidity. – This may result in explosion or fire. • Make sure that the battery is installed correctly. – This prevent explosion or fire. • Incorrect battery replacement may cause fire. • Batteries: Store the...

13 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ANTENNA Outdoor Antenna Grounding • If an outdoor antenna is installed, follow the precautions below. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come in contact with such po...

14 CONTENTS CONTENTS LICENSE 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 PREPARATION 16 Accessories 16 Optional Extras 17 Parts and Components 18 – Main Unit 18 – Side 19 – Back 20 Using the Joystick Button 21 – Basic Functions 21 – Adjusting the Menu 22 Projector Status Indicators 22Installation 23 – Installation Prec...

16 PREPARATION PREPARATION Accessories Accessories included with the projector are show below.The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product. Accessories are subject to change without prior notice.New accessories may be added or old ones removed. Remote Control Two AAA Batteries Owner's Ma...

17 PREPARATION Optional Extras To purchase optional accessories, visit an electronics store or online shopping site or contact the retail store where you purchased the product. Optional accessories are subject to change without prior notice. Projection Screen HDMI Cable 3D glasses (DLP-LINK or DLP- ...

18 PREPARATION Parts and Components The projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see tiny black dots and/or bright colored dots (red, blue, or green) that continuously appear on the projector screen. This is a normal result of the manufacturing process and does no...

19 PREPARATION Side 1 2 3 Description 1 (USB Port) 2 Port 3 (Headphone Port)

20 PREPARATION Back 1 2 3 4 Description 1 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. 2 DC IN Port ...

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 When the projector is turned off, place your finger on the joystick button, press it once, and release it. Power Off When the projec...

22 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. Close Projector off ...

23 PREPARATION Installation Installation Precautions • Place the projector in a well- ventilated 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,...

24 PREPARATION Projection Distance per Screen Size 1  Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, together with the PC or audio/video source. 2  Place the projector an appropriate distance away from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the i...

25 PREPARATION Screen Size [mm] (16:9 Aspect Ratio) Horizontal Size (X) x Vertical Size (Y) [mm] A [mm] B [mm] C [mm] D [mm] 1016 886 x 498 274 74 69 161 1143 996 x 560 306 106 81 173 1270 1107 x 623 338 138 94 186 1397 1218 x 685 370 170 106 198 1524 1328 x 747 402 202 119 211 1651 1439 x 809 434 2...

26 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...

27 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) • Do not mix new batteries with old ones. CAUTION (POWER) Turns the projector on ...

30 USING THE PROJECTOR USING THE PROJECTOR Connecting to an Antenna or Cable To watch TV using an indoor/ outdoor antenna, connect a wall terminal and the port of the Projector using an RF cable (75 Ω). You can watch terrestrial or cable (analog or digital) TV.(The RF cable is sold separately.) • Ma...

31 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...

32 USING THE PROJECTOR 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 5 Step 4 Step 3 Step 2 Step 1 Full Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step...

33 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  Place the switch on the rear port...

34 USING THE PROJECTOR 5  In the Time Zone screen, select Time Zone region and Daylight Saving option. Step 3. Time Zone Time Zone Eastern Daylight Saving Auto Confirm Previous 6  Select an input signal by using the INPUT button on the remote control. Input List TV SCREEN SHARE USB HDMI ꔂ Move ꔉ OK ...

35 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. Focus Ring • To bring images into focus, move the Focus Ring slowly up or down, concentrating on the upper central part of the screen. Optimal focus is reached ...

36 USING THE PROJECTOR To Set Channel Image shown may differ from your projector. Memorizing the Available Channels Using the Auto Tuning function Saves a channel which is currently broadcasting. Be sure to activate Auto Tuning when you move to a new home or change the position of your projector. Wh...

40 USING THE PROJECTOR Additional Options Adjusting Aspect Ratio • Resize an image to view at its optimal size by pressing RATIO while you are using the projector. • Available picture size may differ depending on the input signal. • You can also use the Q.MENU or SETTINGS button. NOTE Menu Descripti...

41 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 th...

42 USING THE PROJECTOR Changing Input Device To select an external input Selects external input. • Press the INPUT button on the remote control to display the input selection screen. – Connected inputs are displayed first. However, TV / SCREEN SHARE input is always activated. • Select an input signa...

43 USING THE PROJECTOR Selecting an Input Label Displays which devices are connected to which input ports. Input Label HDMI ◀ ▶ 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 select one of the input labels...

44 USING THE PROJECTOR Blank Function Using the Blank Function This function may be effective when you need to draw attention during a meeting or training. 1  Press the BLANK button, and the screen is covered by the background color. You can change the background color by referring to Selecting a Bl...

45 USING THE PROJECTOR Using the Quick Menu You can customize frequently used menus. 1  Press the Q.MENU button. 2  Press the or button to select a menu and press OK . Menu Description Aspect Ratio Resizes the picture. Caption View subtitles when the TV station provides subtitled programing. Program...

46 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 t...

47 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. • The devices that can be connected are as follows: LG ...

48 ENTERTAINMENT 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 t...

50 ENTERTAINMENT Connecting, Disconnecting, or Deleting Bluetooth Devices in the List of registered devices In SETTINGS → WIRELESS → List of registered devices , Bluetooth devices are shown in the order that they were connected, and the same devices can be reconnected simply by selecting them withou...

51 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. A...

52 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....

53 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 wo...

54 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 ...

55 MY MEDIA Video Supported Codec Maximum: 1920 x 1080 @ 30p (only Motion JPEG 640 x 480 @ 30p) Extension Codec .asf, .wmv Video VC-1 Advanced Profile, VC-1 Simple and Main Profiles Audio WMA Standard, WMA 9 Professional .divx, .avi Video DivX3.11, DivX4, DivX5, DivX6, XVID, H.264/AVC Audio MPEG-1 L...

56 MY MEDIA Audio File File type Item Info MP3 Bit rate 32 kbps to 320 kbps Sampling rate 32 kHz to 48 kHz AC3 Bit rate 32 kbps to 640 kbps Sampling rate 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz MPEG Bit rate 32 kbps to 448 kbps Sampling rate 32 kHz to 48 kHz AAC, HEAAC Bit rate 24 kbps to 3844 kbps Sampling rate 8...

57 MY MEDIA Available photo file File type Item Info 2D (jpeg, jpg, jpe), 3D (jps) Support File type SOF0: Baseline, SOF1: Extend Sequential, SOF2: Progressive Picture Size Minimum: 64 x 64Maximum: Normal Type: 15360 (W) x 8640 (H)Progressive Type: 1920 (W) x 1440 (H) 3D (mpo) Support File type MPO ...

58 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 i...

59 MY MEDIA Browsing Movie List Play a video file stored in the connected device. 1  Connect a USB storage device. 2  Press the USB button. 3  Use the , or button to select Movie List and press the OK button. 4  Use the , , , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button. USB STORAGE...

61 MY MEDIA 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. Setting Description Picture Size Selects the size of a playback screen. • Full : Files are played...

62 MY MEDIA 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 100.) 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 w...

63 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. Registration Deregistration Close No No Yes Yes Your d...

64 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) ...

65 MY MEDIA Browsing Photo List 1  Connect a USB storage device. 2  Press the USB button. 3  Use the , or button to select Photo List and press the OK button. 4  Use the , , , or button to select the file you want and press the OK button. USB STORAGE DEVICE Page 1/1 Page 1/1 Drive1 Drive5 Drive3 Dri...

67 MY MEDIA Options for Photo List 1  Press the Q.MENU button. 2  Use the or button to move to a desired option and press the OK button. 3  Use , , , or button to set up each item. Set Photo View. Setting Description Slide Speed Selects a slideshow speed. BGM Selects a music folder for the backgroun...

68 MY MEDIA Listening to Music You can play audio files stored on the connected device. Supported Music Files *.MP3Bit rate range 32 Kbps to 320 Kbps • Sampling rate MPEG1 Layer3: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz • Sampling rate MPEG2 Layer3: 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz Browsing Music List 1  Connect a USB st...

72 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 versionHangul: 97/2000/2002/2005/2007 version • File Viewer realigns ...

75 MY MEDIA Options for File List 1  Press the Q.MENU button. 2  Use , , , or button to set up each item. Set FileViewer Option Setting Description Single Page Loading On Loads and displays pages one by one. The initial loading time is short but a content heavy page may be displayed slowly. Off Load...

76 3D FUNCTION 3D FUNCTION 3D technology uses different video frames for each eye to add depth to the video. While Watching 3D WARNING • If you view 3D video or images too closely for a long period of time, your eyesight may become worse. • If you watch the projector or game screen for a long time w...

77 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...

79 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...

80 3D FUNCTION 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. • The pairing ...

81 3D FUNCTION Using the DLP-LINK (DLP-Ready) Type Glasses 1  While watching 3D images from the projector, press buttons on the glasses. 2  When you press the button, the glasses flicker while synchronizing with the 3D images. (The flickering is a unique operation method of DLP- LINK type glasses. I...

82 3D FUNCTION Supported 3D Mode Signal Resolu- tion Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Supported 3D Formats HDMI 720p 1280 x 720 89.9 / 90 59.94 / 60 Frame Packing 45 60 Side by side (half), Top and Bottom 1080i 1920 x 1080 33.7 60 Side by side (half), Top and Bottom 1080p 1920 x 10...

83 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS SETTINGS 1  Press the SETTINGS button. 2  Use the , , , or button to select the desired item and press the OK button. 3  Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press the OK button. 4  Press the EXIT button when completed. Menu Description ...

85 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 ima...

86 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS Item Description Advanced Control Customizes the advanced settings. Picture Option 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. Advanced Cont...

87 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS 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...

89 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 button. 4  Press the EXIT button when co...

91 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS CHANNEL Settings 1  Press the SETTINGS button. 2  Use the , , , or button to select CHANNEL 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 button. 4  Press the EXIT button whe...

92 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 button. 4  Press the EXIT button when comp...

94 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS WIRELESS Settings 1  Press the SETTINGS button. 2  Use the , , , or button to select WIRELESS 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 button. 4  Press the EXIT button w...

96 CUSTOMIZING SETTINGS LOCK Settings 1  Press the SETTINGS button. 2  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 . 3  Use the , , , or button to set up the desired item and press th...

103 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 button. 4  Press the EXIT button ...

105 CONNECTING DEVICES CONNECTING DEVICES You can connect various external devices to the projector. Computer/Notebook USB DVD Digital Device Game Console Headphones Mobile Phone HDMI - page 106 USB Device - page 52 Headphone - page 108 Mobile Phone (MHL/Slimport) - page 109

106 CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting to HD Receiver, DVD Player, or External Devices Connect an HD receiver, DVD 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, connec...

107 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...

108 CONNECTING DEVICES Connecting to Headphones You can listen to the audio through a headphone. * Not provided

109 CONNECTING DEVICES Using the Mirroring Function of a Mobile Phone MHL/Slimport Connection You must use a HDMI adapter to connect your cell phone to the projector and to output images and sound from your cell phone to the projector.The compatible HDMI adapters are different, depending upon your c...

110 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 sma...

111 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PH450U (PH450U-NA) Resolution (Pixel) 1280 (Horizontal) × 720 (Vertical) Aspect ratio 16:9 (Horizontal:Vertical) Panel size 7.93 mm Projection distance (Screen Size) 274 mm to 531 mm (1016 mm to 2032 mm) Ratio of upward projection 120 % Working range of the re...

112 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL PH450U (PH450U-NA) Environment Condition Temperature Operation 0 °C to 40 °C Storage -20 °C to 60 °C Relative Humidity Operation 0 % to 80 % Storage 0 % to 85 % * Use only power supplies listed in the user instructions.* Contents in this manual may be changed without prior n...

113 SPECIFICATIONS Supported 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 45.00 60.00 1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 1440...

114 SPECIFICATIONS Supported HDMI/DTV Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 480p 31.4731.4731.50 60 59.94 60 720p 45.0044.96 60.0059.94 1080i 33.7533.72 60.0059.94 1080p 67.50067.43227.000 26.9733.7533.71 60 59.93924.00023.97630.000 29.97 • To provide the best picture qu...

115 SPECIFICATIONS 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 co...

116 SYMBOLS SYMBOLS Refers to alternating current (AC).Refers to direct current (DC).Refers to class II equipment. Refers to stand-by. Refers to “ON” (power). Refers to dangerous voltage.