LG PH30N User Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

LG CineBeam

DLP Projector

Please read the safety information carefully before using this product.

PH30N

www.lg.com

CONTENTS

LICENSES 3

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Open Source Software Notice Information 4

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5

PREPARATION 16

INSTALLATION 23

REMOTE CONTROL 28

USING THE PROJECTOR 30

CONNECTING DEVICES 33

SPECIFICATIONS 36

SYMBOLS 40

TROUBLESHOOTING 41

LICENSES

Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit www.lg.com.

The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Denition

Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Audio, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together, DTS 2.0 Channel, DTS 2.0+Digital Out, DTS-HD, and DTS Virtual:X are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

NOTE

• Images shown in this manual may differ from your projector.

• Your projector’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in

this manual.

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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. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com. This offer is valid for a period of three years after our last shipment of this product. This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this information.

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 existing projector.

• Safety precautions are given in two forms, i.e., WARNING and CAUTION as

detailed below.

WARNING: Failure to follow the instructions may cause serious injury and

even death.

CAUTION: Failure to follow the instructions may cause personal injury or

product damage.

• Read the owner’s manual carefully and keep it on hand.

WARNING/CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is

intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous

voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude

to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this device.

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WARNING/CAUTION

— TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions.

Indoor Installation

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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; — Any place near hot objects such as ammables and stoves; — Any place where oil, oil mist, and steam can reach such as a worktop or places

near a humidier;

— Any place where water can splash like a vase or the aquarium; — Any place that is dusty or exposed to wind and rain; — Any place that is under the air conditioner or is directly exposed to the wind

from the air conditioner; — Any place near ammable materials such as ammable sprays, etc.; or — Any cupboard, bookcase shelf or cabinet without a xture installed and any

place where a pet can access.

• It may cause an electric shock, fire, malfunction, deformation or falling.

Be careful not to fall or drop the projector when connecting an external device.

• It may cause injury or damage to the product.

Keep the following precautions in mind to prevent the temperature rise inside the projector:

— Install the air vents at least 30 cm (11.8 inches) away from the wall. — Do not install the product in a place where it cannot be ventilated, such as on a

bookcase or in a closet. — Do not install the product on carpet or cushion. — Make sure that the air vents are not blocked with tablecloths, curtains, etc.

• It may cause a fire.

For places where oil or oil mist can reach, do not install the product on a wall or ceiling.

• The product may be damaged and fall.

Do not allow a child to hang or climb on the installed projector.

• The projector may fall and cause injury or death.

When installing the product on the ceiling, observe the following precautions to prevent the projector from falling:

— Contact the Customer Support Center for installation. — Tighten the product by using the mounting equipment and M4 x 8 mm (M6

x 10 mm, 1/4-20UNC x 5.5 mm) screws that are approved by a professional

technician. — Do not use adhesive, lubricant, oil, etc. when using the mounting equipment. — Do not tighten the screws with an excessive force since the projector may fall

due to breakage of the screw connection part. (the recommended torque: 5-8

kgf.cm (4.34-6.94 lbf-in))

• A failure to follow the precautions may result in injury or death and product

damage due to the fall of the product.

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CAUTION

When moving the projector, be sure to turn off the power switch and disconnect the power plug, antenna cable and the connection cord between the devices.

• A failure to do so may cause damage to the projector or the cord, resulting in a

fire or electric shock.

Do not install the projector on a shaky shelf, a slanted place, a place subject to vibrations, a place where the projector is not fully supported or on a fabric such as tablecloths.

• It may cause injury as the projector falls or tips over, or it may cause a

malfunction of the projector.

To prevent damage to the power cord or plug, do not install the projector where the cord can be walked on.

• It may cause a fire or electric shock.

When installing the projector, do not install it too close to the wall.

• The cable connection may be deteriorated or the projector and its cables may be

damaged.

When installing the projector on a cabinet or a shelf, make sure that the front end of the bottom of the projector does not come out.

• The projector may fall due to the unbalance of the center of gravity and cause

injury to people or a malfunction.

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 to a fire or burns.

When using the product with an external device such as a game console connected, keep the length of the connection line enough.

• The product may fall over and cause injury or product damage.

Do not scratch or give an impact on the projector with metallic materials or objects.

• It may cause injury to people or damage to the product.

Do not insert metallic objects including coins, hairpins or a piece of iron or

ammableobjectssuchaspaperormatchesintotheprojector.

• It may cause a fire or electric shock.

When replacing the batteries used for the remote control, be careful not to let children eat them and keep the batteries out of reach of children.

• If a child swallows the battery, consult a doctor immediately.

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Keep the plastic wrapping of the product out of the reach of children.

• If a child misuses it, it may suffocate the child.

Do not touch near the vents during the operation or immediately after the power is turned off as they generate intense heat.

• The heat does not indicate a defect or a problem of the projector when it is

operating so use it with confidence.

Do not look into the front of the lens when the projector is operating. Strong light is projected from the product which can cause injury to your eyes.

Never try to disassemble or modify the projector yourself. Always seek a

qualiedservicetechnicianorconsultyourdealerorlocalServiceCenterfor

inspection, adjustment or repairs.

• It may cause a fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

Do not use any product that uses high voltage electricity near the projector.

(e.g.Anelectricyswatter)

• It may cause a malfunction.

Do not place any liquid containers such as a vase, pot, cup, cosmetics or medicine, decorations such as candles or any heavy objects on top of the projector.

• Doing so may cause a fire, electric shock and injury due to failing.

The surface of the AC adapter is hot, so be careful not to put the surface against your skin or let the children touch the surface during use. (Except for

themodelsthatdonotuseanadapter)

Do not hold or move the projector upside down by grabbing only the power cord, signal cable, or projection mirror.

• Doing so may damage the product or cause an electric shock or fire.

Even if the projector is turned off with the remote control or the button, the power is not completely cut off if the power cord is plugged in.

If you use headphones or earphones, do not use them at high volume or for a long period of time. (It applies only to the models that support headphones

(earphones).)

• Doing so may damage your hearing.

Do not start the projector when the volume is high.

• A loud volume can cause hearing loss.

Do not use or store the projector outdoors for an extended period of time.

Do not touch the projector’s lens or give an impact on it.

• It may cause damage to the product.

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Do not block the light from the projector lens with a person, book or other objects.

• If the light from the projector shines on an object for a long time, it can cause

fire due to the heat of such light. Also, the reflected light can heat the lens and cause damage to the projector.

Do not mix old and new batteries together.

• It may cause battery rupture or fire due to liquid leakage or may cause electrical

shock.

When replacing the batteries, make sure that they are properly installed

accordingtothepolarities(+,-).

• Battery rupture or leakage may lead to fire, explosion, injury or contamination

(damage) of the surrounding area.

Donotexposethebatteriestodirectsunlight,replace,electricheater,high temperatureabove60°C(140°F),excessivelyhumidplacesorexcessiveheat.

• It can cause an explosion or fire.

Do not throw or disassemble the battery.

• It can cause a fire and explosion due to battery damage.

Do not carelessly throw away old batteries.

• It can cause an explosion or fire. The disposal method may vary by country and

region. Dispose of it in an appropriate manner.

Riskofreorexplosionifthebatteryisreplacedbyanincorrecttype.

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 object such as chopsticks into the other end of the power plug while it is plugged into a wall outlet. Also, do not touch the power plug immediately after unplugging it from the outlet.

• It can cause an electric shock.

Connect the power plug to a grounded outlet or multi-tap. (Except for any

devicewithoutgroundconnection)

• A failure to do so may cause an electric shock due to a malfunction or electrical

short.

Never touch the power plug with wet hands.

• It may cause an electric shock.

Disconnect the power plug from the outlet when you are not using the projector for a long time or absent.

• Dust collects and may cause an electric shock and fire caused by a short circuit

due to heat, ignition and insulation/degradation.

The Power Plug is the disconnecting device. In case of an emergency, the Power Plug must remain readily accessible.

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If any of the following occurs, it could be a malfunction of the product, so you must immediately turn the projector off, unplug the power cord from the outlet, and contact the service center:

— When the product is damaged; — When the product fails; — When there is a foreign substance inside the product; or — When the product smokes or smells.

• It may cause a fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

Do not unplug or plug the power plug from/in the outlet while the power

switchison.(Donotusethepowerplugasaswitch.)

• It may cause a fire or malfunction.

When removing the AC adapter or power cord, be sure to hold the plug part.

• A failure to do so may cause a fire or damage to the product.

Do not damage the AC adapter, power cord or power plug, place heavy objects on them or give an impact on them.

• It may cause a fire, electric shock or damage to the product.

Attach the power cord and AC adapter connected to the projector in a way that they are fully seated.

• Poor contact can cause a malfunction of the product and fire.

If there is dust on the pin part of the power plug or the outlet, clean it thoroughly.

• It may cause a fire.

Keep the power cord away from heat sources.

• The coating of the cord may melt and cause a fire or electric shock.

Use only the authorized power cord or AC adapter supplied by LG Electronics. Do not use any other products.

• It may cause a malfunction of the product, fire or electric shock.

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

power is turned off. — Do not spray the water with a sprayer on the product or wipe the product with

a damp cloth. — Wipe the product gently with a soft cloth. — Do not use any detergents, automotive or industrial polishes, abrasives, waxes,

benzenes or alcohols.

• It may cause a fire, electric shock or damage to the projector (deformation,

corrosion, and breakage).

How to clean the lens

— Clean the lens if any dust or smudge appears on the surface of the lens. — Clean the surface of the lens with an air sprayer or a soft, dry cloth. — To remove dust or stains on the lens, use a compressed air duster, cotton swab,

or soft cloth to gently wipe the lens. — Never clean the lens when the projector is operating or immediately after the

projector is turned off. — Do not use any detergents, automotive or industrial polishes, abrasives, waxes,

benzenes, alcohols, water, etc. on the lens, as they will damage the projector.

Consult your dealer or the service center for cleaning the interior of the product once a year.

• If you do not clean the interior of the projector for a long time while dust

collects, it may cause a fire or malfunction.

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PREPARATION

The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product.

Accessories

Accessories included with the projector are show below. Accessories are subject to change without prior notice. New accessories may be added or old ones removed.

Remote Control

Two AAA Batteries

AC-DC Adaptor Power cord

AAA: Due to the environment government regulations about import and

batteries destruction in Colombia, projectors will not bring the batteries of remote control included.

• 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 (0.7 inches) or less and a height of 10 mm (0.3 inches) 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. (Recommended HDMI cable types)

— Ultra High Speed HDMI®/TM Cable (3 m (9.8 feet) or less)

Owner's Manual

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 Tripod HDMI Cable

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Parts and Components

Buttons

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Outlet Vent

Speaker

Inlet Vent

Lens

Focus Ring

1) Due to the high temperature of vent area, do not get close to the vent area.

2) Do not touch the lens when using the projector. The lens may be damaged. (Keep lens away from sharp objects.)

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Battery Charge Indicator

— Red: Charging — Green: Charging complete

/ Switch

— : Turns the projector on and the projector goes into Standby

mode.

— : Turns the projector off completely. Place the switch to when you move the projector or when you intend not to use the projector for long periods of time.

IR Receiver

(Headphone Port)

Port

(USB port)

Port

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Using the Buttons

You can operate the projector by pressing the button.

Basic functions

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Power On Press the Power button once while the

projector is off.

Power Off (Press and

Hold)

Up/Down/ Left/Right

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds while the projector is on.

Sets functions or moves the cursor.

Adjusting the menu

Press the Power button once while the projector is on. Press the top, bottom, left, and right buttons to move to a menu item. After moving to the desired menu item, press the Power button once to select it.

[MENU] Displays the Settings menu.

[INPUT] Changes the input source.

[POWER OFF] Turns the power off.

[CLOSE] Clears on-screen displays and returns to projector viewing.

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Projector Status Indicators

LED Power Indicator

Red

Off

Power standby state

The projector is operating with the power on.

Y/2 Y/2

INSTALLATION

Projection Distance per Screen Size

1 Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, together with the PC or audio/

video source.

2 Place the projector an appropriate distance away from the screen. The distance

between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image.

3 Position the projector so that the lens is at a right angle to the screen. If the

projector is not at a right angle, the projected image will look distorted. To correct the distortion, use the Keystone function.

4 Connect the power cord of the projector and the connected device to the wall

outlet.

Ratio of upward projection: 100 %

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Screen Height (X)

X/2 X/2

Screen

Projection Distance (D)

Screen Width (Y)

Projection Distance (D)

Screen

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16:9 Aspect Ratio

Screen Size ScreenWidth(Y) ScreenHeight(X)

Projection Distance

(D)

inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm

25 635 21.8 554 12.2 311 32.6 830

30 762 26.1 664 14.7 374 39.2 996

40 1016 34.8 886 19.6 498 52.2 1328

50 1270 43.5 1107 24.5 623 65.3 1660

60 1524 52.2 1328 29.4 747 78.4 1992

70 1778 61.0 1550 34.3 872 91.4 2324

80 2032 69.7 1771 39.2 996 104.6 2657

90 2286 78.4 1992 44.1 1121 117.6 2989

100 2540 87.1 2214 49.0 1245 130.7 3321

The projection distance may vary depending on the installation conditions.

NOTE

• If the projected image looks distorted or bent, check to see if the screen is

installed properly.

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