Model number Serial number : : LG DLP PROJECTOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the bottom of the set and quote this information to your dealer when you require service.
DLP PROJECTOR Warning This is a class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Contents Contents Safety Instructions ....................................4 Names of parts Main Body .......................................................7 Connecting Part ..............................................7 Control Panel ..................................................8 Remote Control ...............................................9 Installing Batteries...........................................9 Projector Status Indicators..............................10 Accessories.......................
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Please take note of the safety instructions to prevent any potential accident or misuse of the projector. ➟ Safety Instructions are given in two forms as detailed below. WARNING : The violation of this instruction may cause serious injuries and even death. NOTES : The violation of this instruction may cause light injuries or damage to the projector. ➟ After reading this manual, keep it in the place that the user always can contact easily.
Safety Instructions Power WARNING Do not use too many plugs on the Mains multi-outlet. It may result in overheating of the outlet and causes a fire hazard ! Power Never touch the power plug with a wet hand This may cause an electric shock hazard ! NOTES Hold the plug firmly when unplugging. If you pull the cord, it may be damaged. Prevent dust collecting on the power plug pins or outlet.
Safety Instructions Using WARNING Never touch the wall outlet when there is leakage of gas, open the windows and ventilate. It can cause a fire or a burn by a spark. Do not drop the projector or allow impact shock. Don’t look at laser beam directly as it can cause eye damage! This may cause mechanical failure or personal injury ! Always open the lens door or remove the lens cap when the projector lamp is on. Using NOTES Do not place heavy objects on top of projector.
Names of parts Names of parts Main Body * The projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see on the Projector screen tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green). This can be a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not always indicate a malfunction.
Names of parts Control Panel / Press MENU Button Selects or closes menus. , KEYSTONE+/- Button / buttons to enter into the KEYSTONE function and adjust it. INPUT Button Switches to RGB, HDMI, Video, S-Video, Component mode. / Blank button Adjusts functions of menus./ The screen turns off to a background color. AUTO Button It automatically corrects the position and the shaking of the image at the RGB mode. POWER Button Turn ON/OFF the projector. 8 / I-Sensor Button Adjusts functions of menus.
Names of parts Remote Control POWER Button OK, / / RATIO Button AUTO Button INPUT Button EXIT Button MENU Button / Button Brightness Button Contrast Button BLANK Button I-Sensor Button MODE Button KEYSTONE Button STILL Button LAMP Button LIGHT Button C.TEMP Button PICTURE Button W.PEAK Button Installing Batteries CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED WITH AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Names of parts Projector Status Indicators * Lamp indicator, operation indicator and temperature indicator at the top of the projector show the user the operating status of the projector. Lamp Indicator Operation Indicator Temperature Indicator Standby. Lamp is starting up. Unit is in operation (Lamp is turned on) The lamp is cooling (10 seconds). Orange(flashing) The projector has been turned off due to excessive heat (1 minute and 30 seconds). Operation Indicator Power off.
Names of parts Accessories 1.5V 1.5V Remote Control 2 Batteries Power Cord Computer Cable Owner’s manual Video Cable CD Owner’s manual Lens cap and Strap Optional Extras * Contact your dealer to purchase these items. * Contact your service personnel for replacing of lamp. * The lamp is consumable and needs to be replaced with a new one when it is burned out. * Optional parts can be changed without notice to improve the quality of the product, and new optional parts can be added.
Installing and Composition Installing and Composition Installation Instructions * Don’t place the projector in the following conditions. It may cause malfunction or product damage. Provide proper ventilation for this projector. ●The projector is equipped with ventilation holes(intake) ●Do not place the projector on a carpet, rug or other ●Never push projector or spill any kind of liquid into the ●Leave an adequate distance(30cm/12 inches or on the bottom and ventilation holes(exhaust) on the front.
Installing and Composition Basic Operation of the Projector 1.Place the projector on a sturdy and horizontal surface with the PC or AV source. 2.Place the projector with the desired distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image. 3.Position the projector so that the lens is set at a right angle to the screen. If the projector is not set at a right angle, the screen image will be crooked.
Installing and Composition Using Kensington Security System ● The projector has a ‘Kensington’ Security System Connector on the side panel. Connect the ‘Kensington’ Security System cable as below. ● For the detailed installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user’s guide attached to the Kensington Security System set. And for further information, contact http://www.kensington.
Installing and Composition Turning on the Projector 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Remove the lens cap. If it is left on, it could become deformed due to the heat produced by the projection lamp. 3. Press the POWER button on the remote control or top cover. (Green operation indicator flashes if lamp is in start-up cycle.) ● An image will appear after the operation indicator light turns (Green). ● Select the source mode with the INPUT button.
Installing and Composition Focus and Position of the Screen Image When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits well to the screen. Zoom ring Focus ring ● To adjust the focus of the image, rotate the focus ring which is the outer ring on the lens. ● To adjust the size of the image, rotate the zoom ring which is the inner ring on the lens. To raise or lower the image on the screen, extend or retract the foot at the bottom of the projector by pushing foot adjusting button as below.
Connection Connection Connecting to a Desktop PC * You can connect the projector to a computer of VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA output. * Refer to page 32 for the supported monitor displays of the projector. < How to connect > Connect the RCB IN of the projector and the computer output port with computer cable. Connecting to a Notebook PC < How to connect > Connect the RCB IN of the projector and the computer output port with computer cable.
Connection Connecting to a DVD * The output jacks (Y, PB, PR) of the DVD might be labelled as Y, Pb, Pr / Y, B-Y, R-Y / Y, Cb, Cr according to the equipment. < How to connect > Component cable a.Connect the DVD component cable to the PR, PB and Y of the COMPONENT IN of the projector. * When connecting the component cable, match the jack colors with the component cable.(Y=green, PB=blue, PR=red) b. HDMI mode can be set only when your DVD player has a HDMI port.
Function Function * In this manual, the OSD(On Screen Display) may be different from your Projector’s because it is just an example to help with the Projector operation. * This operating guide explains operation of RGB(PC) mode mainly. Video Menu Options < RGB mode > Adjusting Video 1. Press the MENU button and then use , button to select the 2. Press the , button to select a video item you want to adjust. 3. Press the , button to adjust the screen condition as you want. menu.
Function Color Temperature Control - To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the Medium option. 1. Press the C.TEMP button of remote control. 2. Press the ● ● ● , button to adjust the screen condition as you want. Each press of the , button changes the screen as shown below. Natural Cool Warm Medium You can use this function through the MENU button. To exit the menu display, press the EXIT button. Smart picture Function 1. Press the PICTURE button of remote control. 2.
Function Gamma curve shift Function - This function shifts the gamma curves for Red, Green and Blue individually to adjust brightness. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the 3. Press the , , button to select the menu. button to select Gamma curve shift item. OK button. , button to move between the 4. When the window below appears, press , buttons to adjust the screen as you want. items and the ● Gamma curve shift R, G, B can be adjusted between -20 and 20.
Function White peaking Function 1. Press the W.PEAK button of remote control. 2. Press the , White peaking 10 Exit button to adjust the screen condition as you want. Adjust ● The default value may change depending on input mode. White peaking can be adjusted from 0 to 10. ● Adjust to higher setting to achieve brighter picture. Adjust to lower setting for darker picture. ● You can use this function through the MENU button. ● Press the MENU button twice or the EXIT button to exit the menu screen.
Function Expert Color Function - This function allows a user to adjust the Gain, Saturation and Hue for Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow individually. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the 3. Press the , , button to select the menu. button to select Expert Color item. OK button. , button to move between the 4. When the window below appears, press , buttons to adjust the screen as you want. items and the ● ● R, G, B, C, M and Y Gain can be adjusted between 0 and 100.
Function I-Sensor Function 1. Press the I-Sensor button of remote control. 2. Press the ● , Each press of the button to adjust the screen condition as you want. , button changes the screen as shown below. Off On ● When the I-Sensor function is set to On, Brilliant Color You can use this function through the MENU button. ● To exit the menu display, press the EXIT button. TM and White peaking functions cannot be used.
Function Special Menu Options Selecting Language 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the , 3. Press the , , button to select the menu. button to select Language item. Language English Aspect Ratio 16 : 9 Overscan 10% Flip horizontal button to select the language you want to use. Flip vertical ● On-Screen-Display (OSD) is displayed in the selected language. ● Press the MENU button twice or the EXIT button to exit the menu screen. Sleep time Off Auto sleep Off MENU Prev.
Function Flip horizontal Function * This function reverses the projected image horizontally. Use this function when rear projecting an image. 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the 3. Press the , button to select the menu. button to select Flip horizontal item. , OK button to see reversed image. ● Each time you press the OK button, the image will be reversed. ● Press the MENU button twice or the EXIT button to exit the menu screen.
Function Auto sleep Function * This function turns the projector off automatically after the preset time is passed when there is no signal. English Language 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the 3. Press the ● , , , button to select the menu. button to select Auto sleep item. button to select the desired preset time. Press the MENU button twice or the EXIT button to exit the menu screen.
Function Using Still Function 1. Press the STILL button. * You can freeze the input image. 2. To exit STILL, press any button . * The STILL function will release automatically after approximately 10 minutes. Selecting Blank image color 1. Press the MENU button and then use 2. Press the ● ● button to select the , button to select the color you want to use. Background color will be altered to the selected Blank function color.
Function Checking lamp time 1. Press the MENU button and then use , button to select the menu. 2. The used lamp time is displayed. ● When projector lamp is reaching the end of its life, the lamp indicator will turn red. ● The lamp warning LED illuminates red continuously in the case of excessive lamp time. Keystone Blank Image Lamp mode Lamp time MENU Exit 0 Logo High Bright 11 Hr Move OK ● Press the MENU button twice or the EXIT button to exit the menu screen.
Function Screen Menu Options Auto configure Function * This function assures you of getting the best video quality by automatically adjusting the horizontal size and synchronization of the image. * Auto Tracking function works in RGB PC input only. 1. Press the AUTO button of the remote controller. ● Image positioning and synchronization are automatically adjusted. 2.
Function Using Horizontal Function 1. Press the MENU button and then use menu. , button to select the 2. Press the , button to select Horizontal item. 3. Press the , button to make desired adjustments. 8 0 0 0 MENU Store ● Horizontal adjustment range is -50 ~ 50. ● The variable range can be different depends on input resolutions. Press the MENU button twice or the EXIT button to exit the menu screen.
Information Supported Monitor Display * The following table lists the display formats supported by the projector. Sources Format Vertical Freq.(Hz) Horizontal Freq.(kHz) * If the projector does not support the input signal, “Out of Range” message appears on the screen. * The projector supports DDC1/2B type as Plug & Play function. (Auto recognition of PC monitor) * The Synchronization input form for horizontal and vertical frequencies are Separate.
Information Maintenance * The projector needs little maintenance. You should keep the lens clean because any dirt or stains may appear on the screen. If any parts need to be replaced, contact your dealer. When cleaning any part of the projector, always turn the power off and unplug the projector first. Cleaning the lens Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface of it. Wipe the lens surface gently with an air spray or a soft, dry lint-free cloth.
Information Replacing the Lamp Lamp Replacement The change interval of lamp may depend on the use environment of Projector. You can see the used lamp time in the CHECKING LAMP TIME section of the Menu (page.29). You must replace the lamp when: ● ● ● The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate. The lamp indicator is red. The message “Replace the lamp” appears on the screen when turning the projector on.
Information Replacing the Lamp 1 Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. Carefully place on a cushioned surface. (Allow the lamp to cool for 1 hour before removing the used lamp from the projector.) 3 After lifting the lamp cover off, remove the two retaining screws on the lamp case with a screwdriver. Screws 5 7 Pull out the handle slowly and remove the lamp case. Tighten the screws you removed in step 3. (Make sure they are fixed firmly.
Information Regarding the projector lamp control WARNING ● Don’t turn off the projector at least in 5 minutes after activating it. - The frequent On/Off changes may cause the lamp function to deteriorate. ● Don’t pull out the power cord while activating the projector and the cooling fan. - It may cause the lamp life-span to shorten and get damaged. ● The life-span of projector may considerably depend on the use environment and treatment conditions.
Information Specifications MODEL AH215 (AH215-JD) Resolution 1280(Horizontal) x 720(Vertical)pixel Horizontal / Vertical Ratio 16:9(horizontal:vertical) DLP panel size 0.62 inches Screen size (Projection distance) Wide : 1.6 ~ 10.3m(40 ~ 250 inches) Projection off-set ratio 134% Remote control distance 12m Tele : 1.8 ~ 11.9m(40 ~ 250 inches) Zoom ratio 1:1.16 Video compatibility NTSC/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N Power AC 100 - 240V~50/60Hz, 3.0A-1.2A Height(mm/inches) 94.5/3.
Model number Serial number : : LG DLP PROJECTOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the bottom of the set and quote this information to your dealer when you require service.