LG BU60RG - User Manual

5 ENGLISH Parts and Components • BU50RG / BU60RG / DBU510RG model only Focus Ring Zoom Ring • BU53RG model only Zoom Ring Focus Ring

9 ENGLISH 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 (Press and Hold) Pre...

10 ENGLISH 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. Turns the power off. Changes the i...

11 ENGLISH Projector Status Indicators LED Power Indicator LED Power Indicator Red Power standby state Off The projector is operating with the power on.

12 ENGLISH INSTALLATION Ceiling-Type Installation WARNING When installing the product on the ceiling, observe the following precautions to prevent the projector from falling: — It is recommended to install the product through a professional installation services provider. (If installing on the ceili...

13 ENGLISH 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....

14 ENGLISH Adjusting the Size of Projection Display 2 • BU50RG / BU60RG / DBU510RG model only 1.6 x Zoom 1.0 x Zoom Zoom Ring • BU53RG model only 1.2 x Zoom 1.0 x Zoom Zoom Ring

19 ENGLISH Adjusting the Focus of the Projection Display When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits the screen properly.To adjust the focus of the image, slowly adjust the focus ring to the left or right while looking at the top center of the screen. You can adjust the foc...

20 ENGLISH Adjusting the Position of Projection Display You can use the Projection Screen (Lens) Position Adjustment Dial to adjust the position of the projection screen without moving the projector up, down, left or right.If the projection screen does not align properly on the screen even after adj...

21 ENGLISH How to Use the Projection Screen (Lens) Position Adjustment Dial You can use the dial to move the position of the projection screen (lens) without moving the projector. Up/Down Dial (V-Shift) Left/Right Dial (H-Shift) CAUTION • Clicking sounds while rotating the dial indicates that no fur...

23 ENGLISH 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 provi...

24 ENGLISH USING REMOTE CONTROL Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control Use 1.5 V, AAA-type alkaline batteries. Replace the two batteries with new ones and insert them according to the direction indicator inside the remote control. 1 Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote control. 2 In...

25 ENGLISH Viewing the Remote Control Features (Power) Turns the Projector on or off. (Input) Selects the input mode. Turns the Projector on. Turns the Projector off. Reduces power consumption by adjusting peak screen brightness. This function is not supported. Number and Alphabet buttons Enters num...

29 ENGLISH MAKING CONNECTIONS You can connect various external devices to your projector. Change the input mode and select the external device you want to connect.For more information about external device connections, see the user manual provided with each device. Connecting to a PC Some of the cab...

31 ENGLISH Connecting Multiple Projectors • Images may differ according to the model. To use multiple products, connect an external device to a product and then connect one side of the supported signal input cable to the (output) connector of the product, and connect the other side to the (input) co...

32 ENGLISH SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please take note of the safety instructions to prevent any potential accident or misuse of the projector.Child injuries can be prevented by following these simple safety precautions.The precautions should be followed in the same manner when you store or move your existi...

33 ENGLISH Read these instructions. Keep these instructions.Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Indoor Installation WARNING Do not install products including projectors and remote controls in the following places: — Any place exposed to direct sunlight; — Any humid place such as bathroom; — ...

36 ENGLISH When in Use WARNING When thunder or lightning strikes, unplug the power cord and do not touch the antenna wire. • It may cause an electric shock. If there is a gas leak from the gas lines, do not touch the outlet and be sure to vent by opening the window. • Sparks may be caused and lead t...

40 ENGLISH Power WARNING Make sure the power plug is securely plugged in to prevent it from shaking. • If the connection is unstable, it may cause a fire. Do not plug too many devices into one multi-power outlet. • This may result in fire due to the power outlet overheating. Do not insert a metal ob...

42 ENGLISH Cleaning WARNING Do not spray water directly onto the projector when cleaning it. • It may cause a fire or electric shock. CAUTION How to clean the projector — Disconnect the plug from the outlet before cleaning. — Do not wipe the optical system (the lens and mirror) immediately after the...

43 ENGLISH Laser WARNING • You risk being exposed to laser radiation if you manipulate or alter the product in a way not specified in the user manual. • Be sure not to let infants or people with diseases directly watch the light source. CAUTION • This product is a class 1 laser device that meets IEC...

44 ENGLISH CHECKING BEFORE REPORTING MALFUNCTION Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure. Projector Safety Check Symptoms • The projector does not display anything on the screen or output sound when it is turned on. • ...

45 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Symptoms Causes and Solutions I cannot turn on the Projector. • Please make sure your projector power plug is correctly connected to the outlet. • There may be a problem with the outlet, so try plugging the power cord of another product into the outlet where the projector ...

47 ENGLISH CHECKING INFORMATION Specifications MODEL BU50RG (BU50RG-GL) / BU60RG (BU60RG-GL) / DBU510RG (DBU510RG-GL) / BU53RG (BU53RG-GL) Resolution (Pixel) 3840 (Horizontal) × 2160 (Vertical) 1) Aspect ratio 16:9 (Horizontal:Vertical) Working range of the remote control 6 m (19.6 feet) (Max.) Proj...

49 ENGLISH HDMI Supported mode DTV Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640 x 480 31.46 59.94 640 x 480 31.5 60 720 x 480 31.47 59.94 720 x 480 31.5 60 720 x 576 31.25 50 1280 x 720 44.96 59.94 1280 x 720 45 60 1280 x 720 37.5 50 1920 x 1080i 28.12 50 1920 x 1080i 33.72 59.9...

51 ENGLISH PC Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 640 x 350 31.46 70.09 720 x 400 31.46 70.08 640 x 480 31.46 59.94 800 x 600 37.87 60.31 1024 x 768 48.36 60 1360 x 768 47.71 60.01 1152 x 864 54.34 60.05 1280 x 1024 63.98 60.02 1920 x 1080 67.5 60 3840 x 2160 53.95 23.98 38...

53 ENGLISH Licenses Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit www.lg.com. The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Manufactured...

54 ENGLISH Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code that is contained in this product, under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses that have the obligation to disclose source code, and to access all referred license terms, copyright notices and other relevant docume...

55 ENGLISH Other specifications As with any bright light source, do not stare into the beam, RG2 IEC 62471- 5:2015. Risk Group 2 CAUTION Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. Do not stare at operating lamp. May be harmful to the eye. This label is attached to the bottom of ...

56 ENGLISH 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.

ABOUT LG PROJECTOR The images in this user manual are for illustration purposes only and may look different from the real product.The contents of this user manual may be changed or added without prior notice to improve the quality of the product.Your projector’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ sl...

2 ENGLISH CONTENTS SETTINGS ......................................4 -Home .......................................................................................4 Global ButtonsDashboard[Content Manager] -Ez Setting .............................................................................5 [Inst...

3 ENGLISH MANAGEMENT TOOLS .............. 53 -Control Manager ............................................................53 -Picture ID ............................................................................54 IR CODE ...................................... 55 CONTROLLING MULTIPLE PRODUCTS .......

4 ENGLISH SETTINGS Home Global Buttons • [Input]: Navigate to the external input selection screen • [Setting]: Navigate to the Settings screen Dashboard • This feature displays key information about your Projector in the center of the home screen. In the Dashboard, you can manually change settings b...

5 ENGLISH Ez Setting [Installation Wizard] [Ez Setting] [Installation Wizard] • [PJT Mode]: This function turns the projected image upside down or flips horizontal. • [Edge Adjustment]: [Edge Adjustment] adjusts the horizontal and vertical sides of the projected image if the projector is at an angle...

12 ENGLISH [Multi Screen] [Ez Setting] [Multi Screen] This feature allows you to view multiple external inputs and videos on a single screen. PIP Mode PBP Mode 3-Screen Split Mode 4-Screen Split Mode NOTE • In multi-screen mode, the HDMI daisy chain feature is not supported. • The number of split sc...

13 ENGLISH Changing Screen Input Press the button on the top right of each split screen to select the desired input. NOTE • Inputs which have already been selected for other split screens cannot be selected again. To select them, press the reset button to reset the inputs for all screens first. • Th...

15 ENGLISH General [Language] [General] [Language] You can select the menu language to be displayed on the screen. • [Menu Language]: Sets the language of your Projector. • [Keyboard Language]: Sets the language of the keyboard displayed on the screen. [System Information] [General] [System Informat...

27 ENGLISH Display [Picture Mode] [Display] [Picture Mode] [Mode] This feature enables you to choose the optimal picture mode for your installation environment. • [Mall/QSR], [Transportation], [Education], [Screen Game], [Gov./Corp.]: Display the picture optimally for your installation environment. ...

33 ENGLISH Sound [Sound Mode] [Sound] [Sound Mode] [Sound Mode] The best sound quality will be selected automatically depending on the video type currently being watched. • [Standard]: This sound mode works well for content of all types. • [Cinema]: Optimize sound for watching movies. • [Clear Voice...

37 ENGLISH Admin [Lock Mode] [Admin] [Lock Mode] [Home Dashboard Lock] When you set the Home Dashboard Lock, you can limit the change in the settings of the Home Dashboard. [USB Lock] This feature enables you to configure the USB lock feature so that settings or content cannot be changed. [OSD Lock]...

40 ENGLISH CONTENT MANAGER Web Login • Different features are supported depending on the product. This Projector product comes with a feature that enables you to access it on your PC or mobile device. - Content Manager, Group Manager 2.0, Control Manager, Log Out, Change Password menus are provided....

44 ENGLISH Supported Photo & Video Files NOTE • Subtitles are not supported. Supported video codecs Extension Codec .asf, .wmv Video VC-1 Advanced Profile (except for WMVA), VC-1 Simple and Main Profiles Audio WMA Standard (excluding WMA v1/WMA Speech) .avi Video Xvid (except for GMC), H.264/AVC...

51 ENGLISH Screen Share This feature allows the screen of a user’s device such as a mobile or PC Windows to be shared with a display using a wireless connection such as WiDi or Miracast. How to Use [Screen Share] [Screen Share] 1 Connect according to the instructions provided by the guide that can b...

52 ENGLISH LG Presenter This feature uses the web browser on your PC to display the PC screen on the Projector that is connected to your PC via cable or wireless. How to use LG Presenter On Projector LG Presenter On PC Enter the URL provided on the Projector into the address bar of your web browser....

53 ENGLISH MANAGEMENT TOOLS Control Manager Control and check the status of the display through the Web browser.This function is available for PCs and mobile devices.Different features are supported depending on the product. Function • [Dashboard]: Display a summary of the product’s status and provi...

54 ENGLISH Picture ID [Picture ID] is used to change the settings of a specific set (display) using a single IR receiver for multi-vision. Communication is possible between a Projector with an IR receiver and other Projectors using RS-232C cables. Each Projector is identified by a Set ID. Setting [P...

55 ENGLISH IR CODE • All models do not support the HDMI/USB function. • Some key codes may not be supported depending on the model. Code (Hex) Function Remarks 08 (Power) Remote control button C4 (Projector on) Remote control button C5 (Projector off) Remote control button 95 Remote control button 0...

57 ENGLISH CONTROLLING MULTIPLE PRODUCTS • This only applies to certain models. Use this method to connect several products to a single PC. You can control several products at a time by connecting them to a single PC.In the Option menu, the Set ID must be between 1 and 1000 without being duplicated....

58 ENGLISH Communication Parameter • Baud Rate: 9600 bps • Data Length: 8 bits • Parity Bit: None • Stop Bit: 1 bit • Flow Control: None • Communication Code: ASCII code NOTE • When using 3-wire connections (non-standard), an IR daisy chain cannot be used. • Be sure to only use the provided gender t...

59 ENGLISH Command Reference List The configurable items differ depending upon model. Command Data (Hexadecimal) 1 2 01. [Power] k a 00 to 02 02. Select Input x b See Select Input 03. [Aspect Ratio] k c See [Aspect Ratio] 04. [Brightness Control] j q 00 to 03 05. [Picture Mode] d x See [Picture Mode...

63 ENGLISH Transmission/Reception Protocol Transmission (Command1)(Command2)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) * (Command1): This command is used to identify between the adjustment setting or the user adjustment modes.* (Command2): This command is used to control the Projector.* (Set ID): Used for selecting a...

81 ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure.Information on customer service for product problems is available in [General] [System Information] on the projector. Troubleshooting Power/Remote Issu...

82 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Screen Issues Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure. It says there is no signal on the screen. • Check if the cable connected to the external device is properly connected to the projector. ...

83 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Sound Issues Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure. The screen is fine, but it does not play any sound. • See if the audio cable is connected properly. • Adjust the volume of the product or...

84 ENGLISH Troubleshooting PC Connection Issues Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure. The screen remains blank after it is connected to a PC. • Check that the PC is properly connected to the projector. • Turn the pr...

85 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Movie Playback Issues Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure.For more information about supported files, see “Supported Photo & Video Files”. I cannot find a file in the [Player]. • Chec...

86 ENGLISH Troubleshooting Network Connection Issues Please check the list below when you experience the following symptoms during use of the product. It may not be a failure.Before connecting to a wireless network, check the name and password of the Wi-Fi device to connect.You can check the network...