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Owner's Manual

LG CineBeam Laser 4K
DLP Projector

Please read the safety information carefully before using this product.

HU80KA

www.lg.com
P/NO : SAC37034698 (1803-REV00)
Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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LICENSES
Supported licenses may differ by model. For more information about licenses, visit
www.lg.com.
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The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition


Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United
States and other countries.

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.


• 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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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.

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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.

Read these instructions.


WARNING/CAUTION
Keep these instructions.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Heed all warnings.
The lightning flash with Follow all instructions.
arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of Indoor Installation
uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may be of WARNING
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
of electric shock to persons. • Do not use the projector outside
The exclamation point within
and do not expose the product to
an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to any humidity or water.
the presence of important operating -- Since the product is not
and maintenance (servicing) instructions waterproof, this may result in a
in the literature accompanying the
fire or electric shock.
device.
• Do not place the projector in direct
WARNING/CAUTION sunlight or near heat sources such
-- TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE as radiators, fires, stoves, etc.
AND ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT -- This may result in fire.
EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
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• Do not place flammable materials • Do not place the product in a damp


such as aerosols near the projector. place where it is likely to get wet,
-- This may result in fire. such as in a bathroom, a place
• Do not allow children to cling to or exposed to the wind and rain, or
climb up to the projector. next to a vase or aquarium.
-- This may result in fire or electric
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-- This may cause the projector to


fall, causing injury or death. shock.
• Do not install the product in a • Do not allow a tablecloth or curtain
place with no ventilation (e.g., on to block the air vent.
a bookshelf or in a closet) or on a -- This may result in fire due to
carpet or cushion. the increase in the internal
-- This may result in fire due to the temperature.
increase in internal temperature. • Ensure good ventilation around the
• Do not place the product close to projector. The distance between the
sources of steam, oil or oil mist, projector and the wall should be at
such as humidifiers and kitchen least 30 cm (11.8 inches).
counters. -- This will prevent fire due to
-- Failure to do so may result in the increase in the internal
fire, electric shock, or corrosion. temperature.
• Do not install the product onto • When installing the product on a
a wall or ceiling that is close to ceiling, a professional technician
sources of oil or oil mist. should install it using authorized
-- The product may be damaged tools. If installed improperly, the
and fall, resulting in serious product may fall.
injury. -- This may cause personal injury
• Do not place the projector where it or property damage. For
might be exposed to dust. installation of the product,
-- This may result in fire. please contact the customer
support center.
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• If you use a ceiling mounting device, CAUTION


adhesive to prevent loosening
of screws, or if you apply oil or • When moving the projector, make
lubricant to the product, this may sure to switch it off and remove the
cause the case to crack and the power plug and cords.
product to fall. This may also cause -- The power cord may be

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serious personal injury to the damaged, resulting in fire or
person below the device (if any) and electric shock.
damage to the product as well. • Do not place the projector on an
• Do not place the product high unstable or vibrating surface such
up, for example, on a cupboard, as a wobbly shelf or a slope.
bookcase, or cabinet without -- It may fall and cause injury.
locking equipment to secure it.
 • Be careful not to tip the projector
-- The projector may fall and cause over when connecting external
injury. devices to the projector.
• Do not place the product under an -- This may cause personal injury
air conditioner or a place directly or damage to the projector.
exposed to its airflow. • When the projector is installed as
-- Doing so may cause a fire due to the Table-Type and placed upright
condensation. on a table, the projector may fall,
which may cause damage to the
product or personal injury.
-- It is recommended that the
product is safely laid down on
the table.
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Power • Never touch the power plug with


wet hands.
WARNING -- This may result in electric shock.
• Do not plug too many devices into
• DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE
one multi-power outlet.
FROM THE MAIN POWER
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-- This may result in fire due to the


-- The Power plug is the
power outlet overheating.
disconnecting device. In case of
an emergency, the Power Plug • Keep the power plug, and the used
must remain readily accessible. power outlet clean from dust or
foreign materials building up.
• The grounding wire should be
-- This may result in fire.
connected. (Except for devices
which are not grounded.) • If there is any smoke or a burning
-- Ensure that you connect the smell from the projector or power
grounding cable to avoid electric cord, stop using the product
shock. If it is not possible to immediately. Disconnect the power
ground the unit, have a qualified cord from the power outlet, and
electrician install a separate then contact the customer service
circuit breaker. center.
Do not try to ground the -- This may result in fire.
projector by connecting it to • To turn off the main power, remove
telephone wires, lightning rods the power plug, which should be
or gas pipes. positioned so it is easy to access for
• The power plug should be inserted operation.
fully into the power outlet. • When removing the power plug,
-- An unstable connection may make sure your fingers do not
cause a fire. contact the pin.
• Do not place heavy objects on the -- This may result in fire or electric
power cord. shock.
-- This may result in fire or electric
shock.
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CAUTION • Place the projector where people


will not trip over or step on the
• Always grab the plug to remove the power cord to protect the power
power cord. cord and plug from any damage.
-- Otherwise, this may result in a -- This may result in fire or electric
fire or may damage the product. shock.

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• Refrain from constantly bending the • Do not turn the projector on or
power cord. off by plugging in the power plug
-- If the power cord is bent or unplugging it from the power
excessively for a long period outlet. (Do not use the power plug
of time, the cord may break as a switch.)
inside. This may result in a fire or -- This may result in electric shock
electric shock. or damage to the product.
• Ensure the power cord and plug are • Do not insert a conductor into the
not damaged, modified, severely other side of the wall outlet while
bent, twisted, pulled, sandwiched or the power plug is inserted into the
hot. Do not use the product if the wall outlet. In addition, do not touch
power outlet is loose. the power plug immediately after
-- This may result in fire or electric it is disconnected from the wall
shock. outlet.
• Do not extend the power cord past -- This may result in electric shock.
the red mark, and hold the plug • Only use the official power cord
when retracting it. provided by LG Electronics. Do not
-- The plug may whip, inflicting use other power cords.
damage on you or items nearby. -- This may result in fire or electric
• Keep the power cord away from shock.
heating devices.
-- The wire’s sheath may melt,
which may result in fire or
electric shock.
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• If any water or foreign materials When in Use


have gone into the power cord, or
the interior of the projector, turn off WARNING
the projector by pressing the power
button. Remove all the cables, and • Do not place anything containing
then contact the customer service liquid on top of the projector
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center. such as a vase, flower pot, cup,


-- This may result in fire or electric cosmetics, medicine, or ornaments,
shock. candles, etc.
-- This may result in fire or electric
• Never disassemble the power
shock, or cause injury due to
supply devices (power cord, etc.).
falling.
-- This may damage the power
cord and result in a fire or • In the event that there is a heavy
electric shock. impact or the cabinet is damaged,
switch it off, unplug it from the
• Connect the power cord firmly.
power outlet and contact an
-- Not doing so may result in a
authorized service center.
product failure or fire.
-- This may result in electric shock.
• Do not place heavy objects or put
• Do not insert pieces of metal such
pressure on the power cord and
as coins, hairpins or metal debris,
avoid damage.
nor flammable materials such as
-- This may result in a fire or may
paper or matches into the projector.
damage the product.
-- This is to prevent electric shock
or fire.
• Make sure that a child does not
swallow the batteries when you
replace the old batteries in the
remote control with new ones. Keep
batteries out of reach of children.
-- If a child swallows a battery,
consult a doctor immediately.
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• Never open any cover on the • Do not keep your hand on the
projector. projector for a long time when it is
-- There is a high risk of electric running.
shock. • When you play a game by
• Do not look directly into the lens connecting a game console to a

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when the projector is in use. projector, it is recommended that
-- The bright light may damage you maintain a distance of more
your eyes. than four times the diagonal length
• When the lamp is on or has just of the screen.
been turned off, avoid touching the -- Make sure that the connecting
air vent or lamp, because these will cable is long enough. Otherwise,
be very hot. the product may fall causing
• If there is a gas leak in the room personal injury or damage to the
with the projector, do not touch the product.
projector or power outlet. Open the • Do not place the projector or its
windows for ventilation. remote control with batteries in
-- Sparks may cause fire or burns. an extremely high temperature
• Unplug the power cord from the environment.
outlet during a lightning storm. -- This may result in fire.
-- This will prevent shock or
damage to the projector.
• Do not use the projector near
electronic devices that generate a
strong magnetic field.
• Keep the plastic film used for
packaging the projector out of the
reach of children.
-- If not handled safely, it can
cause suffocation.
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CAUTION • It is recommended that you


maintain a distance of more than
• Do not place heavy objects on the 5 to 7 times the diagonal length of
projector. the screen.
-- It may fall down and cause -- If you watch the screen at a
personal injury. close distance for a long time,
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• Be careful not to allow any impact your eye sight may become
to the lens during transport. worse.
• Do not touch the lens of the • Do not block the light beam emitted
projector. from the projector using a book or
-- The lens may be damaged. other object.
• Do not use any sharp tools on -- Lengthy exposure to the
the projector such as a knife or projector beam may result in
hammer, because this may damage fire. In addition, the lens may
the casing. be overheated and damaged by
• In the event that no image appears the reflected heat. Disable the
on the screen or no sound is heard, AV function to stop projection
stop using the projector. Switch temporarily or turn off the
off the projector, unplug it from power.
the power outlet and contact our • Do not start the projector with the
service center. volume turned up high.
-- This may result in fire or electric -- High volume may damage
shock. hearing.
• Do not drop anything onto the • If you use headphones or
projector or allow anything to bang earphones, do not use them at high
into the projector. volume or for a long period of time.
-- This may cause damage to the [Only applicable to models that
projector or personal injury. support headphones (earphones).]
-- Doing so may damage your
hearing.
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• Do not use high voltage electrical Cleaning


equipment near the projector, (e.g.,
a bug zapper). This may result in WARNING
product malfunction.
• Do not spray the projector with
• Please be sure that the projector’s
water when cleaning. Make sure

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aperture (lens and mirror) is not
water does not flow into the
blocked by a person or any objects.
projector.
• Be careful of the air vent because -- This may result in fire or electric
it becomes hot if the projector is shock.
powered on for a long period of
• When there is smoke or a strange
time. Such a rise in temperature in
smell coming out from the projector
the air vent is not a defect and does
or a foreign object falls into the
not cause problems in the product’s
projector, please switch it off and
operation.
unplug it from the power outlet and
• Do not hold or move the product contact our service center.
upside down by holding just the -- Otherwise, this may result in fire
power cord, signal cable, projection or electric shock.
mirror, etc.
-- Doing so may damage the
product or cause an electric
shock or fire.
• As long as the power cord is
plugged in, the product will not be
completely powered off even after
it is turned off.
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CAUTION • Do not wipe the optical system


(lens, mirror) right after the product
• Contact your seller or our service has been turned off or while the
center once a year to clean the product is being operated. When
internal parts of the projector. cleaning each part of the product,
-- If you do not clean the projector remove the power cord and wipe
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for a long period of time, dust gently with a soft cloth. Do not
will accumulate, which may spray with water or wipe with a
result in fire or damage to the wet cloth. Do not use detergents,
projector. automobile or industrial polish,
• When cleaning plastic parts such abrasive substances, wax, benzene,
as the projector case, unplug the alcohol, water, etc. on the product’s
power first and wipe with a soft main unit or optical system (lens,
cloth. Do not spray with water mirror) as this may damage the
or wipe with a wet cloth. Never product.
use glass cleaner, automobile or -- This can result in fire, electric
industrial polish, abrasives, wax, shock or cause damage to
benzene, or alcohol as these can the product (deformation and
damage the projector. corrosion).
-- This can result in fire, electric • Remove the plug from the outlet
shock or cause damage to before cleaning the product.
the product (deformation and -- Otherwise, this may result in
corrosion). electric shock.
MODEL NO./ : HF80JA-N
NO. MODELE
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POWER/ : 19 V 7.3
Laser ENERGIE
CAUTION

WARNING • This
SVCproduct is a class 1 laser: device
CODE HF80JA-N
that meets IECNO./
SERIAL 60825-1.
• This product contains a laser Built-in laser standard (class 4: laser
SS . . . . .
module. Do not disassemble or
NO. DE SERIE
module)

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modify the product as this could be • Wavelength: 448 nm - 462 nm
dangerous.
• Light output: approx. 4.5 W x 12
• You risk being exposed to laser
radiation if you manipulate or alter Product Laser Class Label
the product in a way not specified in
the user manual.
• To protect your eyes avoid looking
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
directly into the bright light from
1
the unit.
• Use of controls or adjustments
or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein The laser class label of product
may result in hazardous radiation is attached to the bottom of the
exposure. product.
HF80JA-NA

This device complies with part 15 of


Operation is subject to the following
(1) this device may not cause harmf
(2) this device must accept any inte
including interference that may caus
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)
Standard Cable Compatible Televisio
-Appareil de réception de télévision
BETS-7 / NTMR-7

Manufactured under license fr


Dolby, Dolby Vision, Dolby Aud
trademarks of Dolby Laborato
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Others • Do not touch the lens; doing so can


result in burns or damage to lens.
WARNING Lens and unit may be HOT during
and immediately after use. Use
• When you go out, place the caution when handling unit, allowing
projector out of reach of animals, for proper cool down.
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and remove the power plug from


• Only use a grounded electrical
the wall outlet.
outlet. (Except for devices which
-- Using a damaged power cord
are not grounded.)
may result in short circuit or fire.
• Do not insert anything into or cover
• Do not use the projector near high-
up the exhaust vents.
precision electronic devices or those
-- This may result in fire or electric
that transmit weak radio signal.
shock.
-- This may affect the operation of
the product, causing an accident. • Follow all maintenance guidelines
for optimal use; service only at an
• Only a qualified technician can
authorized service center.
disassemble or modify the
projector. For diagnosis, adjustment, • Keep the batteries and remote out
or repair, contact your seller or our of reach of children.
service center. -- This will prevent personal injury
-- This may result in fire or electric or damage to the product.
shock.
• Proper ventilation required, do not
block airflow around unit. Doing
so can cause injury and internal
overheating.
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CAUTION -- This may result in fire or


explosion due to damage to the
• Do not use or store the projector battery.
outdoors for long periods of time. • Store batteries away from metallic
• Do not mix new batteries with old objects, such as keys and paper
ones.

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clips.
-- Burst or leaking batteries may -- Excess current may cause a
result in damage or injury. rapid increase in temperature,
• Be sure to unplug if the projector is resulting in fire or burns.
not to be used for a long period. • Do not store the batteries near any
-- Accumulated dust may result heat source, such as a heater.
in fire or electric shock due to -- This may result in fire or damage
overheating, ignition, or poor to the product.
insulation. • Do not store batteries at
• Only use the specified type of temperatures higher than 60 °C
battery. (140 °F) or in high humidity.
-- Burst or leaking batteries may -- This may result in explosion
result in damage or injury. or fire.
• Make sure you use the same type • Make sure that the battery is
of battery when replacing. installed correctly.
-- In the case of a battery contact -- This prevent explosion or fire.
failure, the battery may drain • When replacing batteries, make
quickly or the remote control sure that the positive and negative
may not work properly. terminals (+, -) are properly
• Dispose of used batteries properly. oriented.
-- This may result in explosion -- Battery rupture or leakage may
or fire. The correct method of lead to fire, explosion, injury or
disposal may vary depending contamination (damage) of the
on your country or region. surrounding area.
Dispose of the battery pack as
instructed. Risk Group 2
• Do not throw or disassemble the CAUTION Possibly hazardous optical radiation
emitted from this product. Do not stare at
battery. operating lamp. May be harmful to the eye.

This label is attached to the bottom of


the product and language may differ.
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ANTENNA Outdoor Antenna Grounding

WARNING • If an outdoor antenna is installed,


follow the precautions below. An
• If you are using an outdoor antenna, outdoor antenna system should
please install it away from electrical not be located in the vicinity of
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wires to make sure it does not overhead power lines or other


touch any nearby wires even when electric light or power circuits, or
it falls down due to heavy wind. where it can come in contact with
-- Failure to do so may cause such power lines or circuits as death
electric shock or physical injury. or serious injury can occur. Be sure
the antenna system is grounded to
CAUTION provide some protection against
• To prevent any water flowing into voltage surges and built-up static
the product, install a drip loop in charges. Section 810 of the
the outdoor antenna wire where it National Electrical Code (NEC) in
comes indoors. the U.S.A. provides information with
-- Raindrops flowing into the respect to proper grounding of the
product may cause fire or mast and supporting structure,
electric shock. grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection
to grounding electrodes and
requirements for the grounding
electrode.
Antenna grounding according to
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70

Antenna Lead in Wire

Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC


Electric Service Section 810-20)
Equipment
Grounding Conductor (NEC
Ground Clamp Section 810-21)
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System (NEC Art
NEC: National Electrical Code
250, Part H)
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For USA

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the


CATV system installer’s attention

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to Article 820 - 40 of the National
Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code
provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of
the cable entry as practical.
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CONTENTS
LICENSES 2 USING THE PROJECTOR 46
Connecting the Antenna or Cable
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
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PREPARATION 19 -- Focus of the Screen Image 47
-- Watching With the Projector 48
Accessories 19
Optional Extras 20 CONNECTING DEVICES 49
Parts and Components 21 HDMI Connection 50
Using the Buttons 25 -- Connecting to HD Receiver, DVD,
-- Basic functions 25 or External Devices 50
-- Adjusting the menu 26 -- Connecting a PC 51
Projector Status Indicators 27 -- Connecting a Laptop 52
Installation 28 Connecting Headphones 53
-- Installation Precautions 28 -- Connecting Headphones 53
-- Mirror Adjustment and Connecting a Digital Amp 54
Precautions 30 Connecting a smart device
-- Stand-Type Installation 34 (smartphone, tablet, etc.) 55
-- Table-Type Installation for Front -- Slimport supported devices 55
Projection 35 -- Apple Lightning Digital AV
-- Ceiling-Type Installation 37 adapter supported devices 55
-- Projection Distance per Screen -- Apple 30-pin Digital AV adapter
Size 38 supported devices 55
-- Kensington Security System 41
MAINTENANCE 56
MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL 42 Cleaning 56
To Register the Magic Remote -- Cleaning the Lens 56
Control 44 -- Cleaning the Projector Case 56
To Re-register the Magic Remote
SPECIFICATIONS 57
Control 44
Using the Magic Remote Control 45 SYMBOLS 62
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PREPARATION
The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product.

Accessories

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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.

Magic Remote Control


Owner's Manual
Two AA Batteries

4 Table-Type Screws

• 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 (0.3 inches) (0.7 inches)

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)
-- High-Speed HDMI®/™ Cable
-- High-Speed HDMI®/™ Cable with Ethernet
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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.
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Projection Screen LG Audio Device HDMI Cable

Optical Cable RF Cable


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Parts and Components


This 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.

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Mirror2)
Lens2)
Buttons

Speaker

Inlet Vent
Outlet Vent1)

Bottom of the Projector

Adjustable leg3)

1) Due to the high temperature of vent area, do not get close to the vent area.
2) Do not touch the Lens and Mirror when using the projector. The Lens and Mirror
may be damaged. (Keep lens away from sharp objects.)
3) Turn the adjustable leg left or right to adjust the angle.
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Remove the terminal cover before plugging-in the power cord and cables, as shown
in the picture below.
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Terminal Cover
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Side

1 2 3

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Back

4 5 2 1 6

No. Description
1 Port
2 USB port

3 (Headphone Port)
4 Port
5 Port
6 Port
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1
2

No. Description
1 IR Receiver
Power Cord Rewind Button
When not using the projector, press the Power Cord Rewind button to
retract the power cord.
• Hold the power cord with one hand and press the Power Cord
Rewind button.
-- Otherwise, the power plug may hit and damage the product.
2
• If the power cord does not rewind or come out fully,
-- Pull out the cord and rewind again.
-- Pull hard if the power cord does not come out.
• Do not extend the power cord past the red mark, and hold the
plug when retracting it.
-- The plug may whip, inflicting damage on you or items nearby.
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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 1) Press and hold the Power button for more
(Press and than 3 seconds while the projector is on.
Hold)

Volume Adjust the volume by pressing the left/


Control right button.

Channels Change the channel by pressing the up/


Control down button.

1) The product turns off 1 minute after its mirror is closed, even when the power
off button had not been pressed.
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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.
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Turns the power off.


Changes the input source.
Clears on-screen displays and returns to projector viewing.

Displays the Settings menu.


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Projector Status Indicators

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LED Power Indicator

LED Power Indicator


Red Power standby state
Off The projector is operating with the power on.
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Installation -- Be sure to prevent foreign


objects such as paper debris
from entering the projector.
Installation Precautions
• Place the projector in a well-
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ventilated environment.
-- To prevent internal overheating,
install the projector in a well-
ventilated place. Do not place
-- Leave an adequate open area
anything near the projector.
(30 cm [11.8 inches] or more)
That may block its air vents. If
around the projector.
the air vents are blocked, the
internal temperature of the
projector will increase.

• Do not place the projector in a hot,


cool, or humid environment.
• Do not place the projector in a place
-- Do not place the projector on a where it will easily attract dust.
carpet or rug. If the projector’s -- This may result in fire.
inlet vent is on the bottom, be
• Never open any cover on the
careful not to block the vent and
projector. There is a high risk of
always use the projector on a
electric shock.
solid, level surface.
• 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.
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• The remote control may not work


in an environment where a lamp
equipped with electronic ballasts
or a three-wavelength fluorescent
lamp is installed. Replace the lamp
with an international standard lamp

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for the remote control to work
normally.
• To install to the ceiling, attach the
ceiling-type bracket to the projector
with M4 x 8 mm screws.
• Do not overtighten the screws. It
may damage the case, causing the
projector to fall and cause a serious
injury. (Recommended Torque: 4.34 ~
6.94 ibf-in [5~8 kgf·cm])
• Please be sure that the projector’s
aperture (lens and mirror) is not
blocked by a person or any objects.
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Mirror Adjustment and Precautions


Adjust the mirror per the instructions, as shown in the picture below.
When adjusting the mirror, do not over tilt it backward. Doing so may damage the
product.
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• Do not rotate the mirror while it • Do not adjust the mirror to


is closed. make it face the floor.
-- Doing so may damage the -- You will not see anything on
mirror. the screen because the light
is not projected.
-- The projector will be turned
off after about 1 minute.
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Stand-Type (Front Projection)

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• You can adjust the angle of the mirror to change the screen height.
-- You can adjust the screen location when the mirror angle is 43–53
degrees.
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When the mirror angle is about 43


degrees or less,
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-- the projected image is partially


cropped because the projected
light is cut off.
-- If you decrease the mirror angle
further or close the cover, you will
Cropped Display not see anything on the screen
because the light is not projected.
-- If the mirror is closed, the
projector will be turned off after
about 1 minute.
Cropped Display When the mirror angle is about 54
degrees or more,
-- the projected image is partially
cropped because the projected
light escapes the mirror.
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Stand-Type (Ceiling Projection), Table-Type, Ceiling-Type

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1  Adjust the mirror angle to 90 degrees.
2  Rotate the mirror 180 degrees clockwise to lower it.
-- Follow the steps described above in reverse order to close the mirror.
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Stand-Type Installation
You can install the projector horizontally on the floor, as shown in the picture.

Front projection Ceiling projection


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See page 31 of “Mirror See page 33 of “Mirror


Adjustment and Precautions” to Adjustment and Precautions” to
adjust the mirror and install the adjust the mirror and install the
projector horizontally on the floor, as projector horizontally on the floor, as
shown in the picture. shown in the picture.
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Table-Type Installation for Front Projection


You can install the projector horizontally on a table, as shown in the picture.

1  Remove the screws from the projector before installing the product on a
table.

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2  Fasten the 4 table-type screws which are included with the projector.
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3  See page 33 of “Mirror Adjustment and Precautions” to adjust the mirror


and install the projector horizontally on a table, as shown in the picture.
You can adjust the screen angle up to 2 degrees by changing the height of
the screws. Stand-Type installation is recommended.
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• When the projector is installed as the Table-Type and placed upright on a


table, the projector may fall, which may cause damage to the product or
personal injury.
-- It is recommended that the product is safely laid down on the table.
• If you use the product without fastening the table-type screws, scratches
may occur on the mirror case.
• The handle should be positioned upward.
-- Otherwise, scratches may occur on the part of the product that is in
contact with the handle.
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Ceiling-Type Installation
1  Remove the screws from the projector before installing the product on the
ceiling.
-- When switching from table-type to ceiling-type installation, make sure
that all table-type screws are removed before re-installing the projector.

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(See page 35.)

2  See page 33 of “Mirror Adjustment and Precautions” to adjust the mirror


and install the projector horizontally on the ceiling, as shown in the picture.
See the Ceiling Bracket Manual for more details regarding installation. (The
ceiling bracket necessary for ceiling-type installation must be purchased
separately.)
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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.
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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 %
Screen Height (X)

Screen Width (Y)

Screen Screen
X/2

Y/2
X/2

Y/2

Projection Distance (D) Projection Distance (D)

[1.0 x Zoom] [1.2 x Zoom]

• If the projected image looks distorted or bent, check to see if the screen is
installed properly.
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16:9 Aspect Ratio [1.2 x Zoom]


Projection
Screen Size Screen Width (Y) Screen Height (X)
Distance (D)
(inches) (mm) (inches) (mm) (inches) (mm) (inches) (mm)
40 1016 34.8 886 19.6 498 45.1 1147

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45 1143 39.2 996 22.0 560 50.9 1293
50 1270 43.5 1107 24.5 623 56.3 1432
55 1397 47.9 1218 26.9 685 62.2 1580
60 1524 52.2 1328 29.4 747 68.0 1728
65 1651 56.6 1439 31.8 809 73.7 1872
70 1778 61.0 1550 34.3 872 79.3 2016
75 1905 65.3 1660 36.7 934 85 2159
80 2032 69.7 1771 39.2 996 90.6 2303
85 2159 74.0 1882 41.6 1058 96.6 2454
90 2286 78.4 1992 44.1 1121 102.5 2606
95 2413 82.7 2103 46.5 1183 108.1 2746
100 2540 87.1 2214 49.0 1245 113.6 2886
105 2667 91.4 2324 51.4 1308 118.9 3022
110 2794 95.8 2435 53.9 1370 124.2 3157
115 2921 100.2 2546 56.3 1432 130.6 3319
120 3048 104.6 2657 58.8 1494 137.0 3480
125 3175 108.9 2767 61.2 1557 142.5 3621
130 3302 113.3 2878 63.7 1619 148.1 3762
135 3429 117.6 2989 66.1 1681 153.9 3910
140 3556 122.0 3099 68.6 1743 159.8 4059
145 3683 126.3 3210 71.1 1806 165.4 4202
150 3810 130.7 3321 73.5 1868 171.0 4345

• The figures in the above table may differ depending on the installation
environment.
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16:9 Aspect Ratio [1.0 x Zoom]


Projection
Screen Size Screen Width (Y) Screen Height (X)
Distance (D)
(inches) (mm) (inches) (mm) (inches) (mm) (inches) (mm)
33 847 29.0 738 16.3 415 45.1 1147
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38 953 32.6 830 18.3 467 50.9 1293


42 1058 36.2 922 20.4 519 56.3 1432
46 1164 39.9 1015 22.4 571 62.2 1580
50 1270 43.5 1107 24.5 623 68.0 1728
54 1376 47.2 1199 26.5 675 73.7 1872
58 1482 50.8 1291 28.5 726 79.3 2016
63 1588 54.4 1384 30.6 778 85 2159
67 1693 58.1 1476 32.6 830 90.6 2303
71 1799 61.7 1568 34.7 882 96.6 2454
75 1905 65.3 1660 36.7 934 102.5 2606
79 2011 69.0 1753 38.8 986 108.1 2746
83 2117 72.6 1845 40.8 1038 113.6 2886
88 2223 76.2 1937 42.9 1090 118.9 3022
92 2328 79.8 2029 44.9 1141 124.2 3157
96 2434 83.5 2122 46.9 1193 130.6 3319
100 2540 87.1 2214 49.0 1245 137.0 3480
104 2646 90.7 2306 51.0 1297 142.5 3621
108 2752 94.4 2398 53.1 1349 148.1 3762
113 2858 98.0 2491 55.1 1401 153.9 3910
117 2963 101.6 2583 57.2 1453 159.8 4059
121 3069 105.3 2675 59.2 1505 165.4 4202
125 3175 108.9 2767 61.2 1557 171.0 4345

• The figures in the above table may differ depending on the installation
environment.
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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 provided with the Kensington Security System.

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• The Kensington Security System is an optional accessory.
• What is Kensington?
Kensington is a company that provides safety systems for laptops and other
electronic devices. Website: http://www.kensington.com
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MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL


If the battery low message appears while using the
Projector, replace the batteries.
1
As shown in the figure, press the top of the battery
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cover and slide it down the cover. Insert two new and
identical batteries (1.5 V, AA type) with + and - poles 2
pointing in the correct direction in the remote control.

• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.

(POWER)
Turns the Projector on or off.
(STB POWER)
You can turn your set-top box on or off by adding the set-top box
to the universal remote control for your Projector.
Number buttons
Enters numbers.
(Dash)
Inserts a dash between numbers such as 2-1 and 2-2.

Accesses the saved channel list.


(Screen Remote)
Displays the Screen Remote.
-- Accesses the Universal Control Menu in some regions.
-- Pressing and holding the (Screen Remote) button
displays the Accessibility menu.

Adjusts the volume level.


(MUTE)
Mutes all sounds.
*
Video descriptions function will be enabled.
-- SAP (Secondary Audio Program) Feature can also be
enabled by pressing the key.

Scrolls through the saved channels.


(SEARCH)
Search for content such as channels, movies and other videos,
or perform a web search by entering your search terms in the
search box.
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Accesses the Home menu.


*
Shows the previous history.

Displays the set-top box Home menu.

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(When you are not watching with a set-top box:
the set-top box screen is displayed.)
(Up/Down/Left/Right)
Press the up, down, left or right button to scroll the menu.
If you press buttons while the pointer is in use,
the pointer will disappear from the screen and Magic Remote will
operate like a general remote control. To display the pointer on
the screen again, shake Magic Remote to the left and right.
Wheel (OK)
Press the center of the Wheel button to select a menu. You can
change channels by using the Wheel button.

Returns to the previous screen.


*
Clears all on-screen displays and returns to Projector viewing.

Changes the picture mode.

Activates or deactivates the subtitles.


(INPUT)
Changes the input source.
-- Pressing and holding the (INPUT) button displays all
the lists of external inputs.
(Q. Settings)
Accesses the Quick Settings.
-- Pressing and holding the (Q. Settings) button displays
the All Settings menu.
Coloured buttons
These access special functions in some menus.
( : Red, : Green, : Yellow, : Blue)
Control buttons ( , )
You have access to premium content, video content and devices
that support SIMPLINK.

Changes the aspect ratio of the screen per pressing of the


button.

* : To use the button, press and hold for more than 3 seconds.
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To Register the Magic Remote Control


To use the Magic Remote control, register it with your projector first.
1  Put batteries into the Magic Remote and turn the Projector on.
2  Point the Magic Remote at your projector and press the Wheel (OK) on
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the remote control.


• If the projector fails to register the Magic Remote, try again after turning the
projector off and back on.

To Re-register the Magic Remote Control


1  Press the and buttons at the same time, for five seconds, to unpair
the Magic Remote with your projector.
2  Press the Wheel (OK) button towards the projector to re-register the
magic remote control.
• Pressing and holding the button will let you cancel and re-register Magic
Remote at once.
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Using the Magic Remote Control


• Shake the Magic Remote slightly to the right and
left or press , (INPUT) buttons to make the
pointer appear on the screen.
• If the pointer has not been used for a certain period

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of time or Magic Remote is placed on a flat surface,
then the pointer will disappear.
• If the pointer is not responding smoothly, you can
reset the pointer by moving it to the edge of the
screen.
• The Magic Remote depletes batteries faster than a
normal remote due to the additional features.

• Use the remote control within the specified range (within 10 m [32.8 feet]).
You may experience communication failures when using the device outside
the coverage area or if there are obstacles within the coverage area.
• You may experience communication failures depending on the accessories.
Devices such as a microwave oven and wireless LAN operate in the
same frequency band (2.4 GHz) as the Magic Remote. This may cause
communication failures.
• The Magic Remote may not work properly if a wireless router (AP) is within
1 m (3.2 feet) of the projector. Your wireless router should be more than 1
m (3.2 feet) away from the projector.
• Do not disassemble or heat the batteries.
• Do not drop the battery. Avoid extreme shocks to the battery.
• Inserting a battery in the wrong way may result in explosion.
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USING THE PROJECTOR

Connecting the Antenna or Cable


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To watch TV using an indoor/outdoor


antenna, connect a wall terminal and the
antenna port of the projector using an RF
cable (75 Ω).
You can watch terrestrial or cable
(analog, digital) TV. (The RF cable is sold
separately.)

• Make sure not to bend the copper wire of the


RF cable (75 Ω). Turn the input jack to the right
to fasten it.
• Ensure you use a standard coaxial cable (75
Ω, sold separately) when connecting to the
projector input.
Copper wire
• For better image quality in locations where signal
strength is low, purchase and install a signal
amplifier (booster).
• A signal splitter is required if you want to use two or more projectors
through one antenna.
• If you have any problems when installing the antenna, please consult a
suitable retailer or the store where you purchased the antenna.
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Focus of the Screen Image


When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits the screen
properly.

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Focus Ring
Zoom Ring

• To bring images into focus, move the Focus Ring slowly left or right,
concentrating on the upper central part of the screen. Optimal focus is reached
when the left and right sides of the screen appear balanced.
• To adjust the size of the image, rotate the zoom ring. To move the screen image
upward/downward, adjust the height of the foot at the bottom of the projector.
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Watching With the Projector


1  When in standby mode, press the (POWER) button to turn the projector
on.
2  Select the (INPUT) All Inputs and select the input signal you want.
3  Control the projector using the following buttons while watching projector.
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Button Description
Moves to the previous/next page.
Adjusts the volume level.
(MUTE) Mutes the sound of the projector.

4  To turn the projector off, press the (POWER) button.


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CONNECTING DEVICES
You can connect various external devices to the projector.

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Computer/Notebook USB DVD

Digital Device LG Audio Device

Headphone Mobile Phone Games Console

HDMI - Page 50, 51, 52


Headphone - Page 53
Digital Amp - Page 54
Smart device - Page 55
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HDMI Connection
Connect an HD receiver, DVD, or
external devices to the projector and ARC (Audio Return Channel)
select an appropriate input mode. • External audio devices that
You can connect with any HDMI input support SIMPLINK and ARC
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port. must be connected using


• (INPUT) All Inputs port.
HDMI1/HDMI2 • When connected with a high-
speed HDMI® cable, external
audio devices that support ARC
Connecting to HD Receiver, output or SPDIF work with the
DVD, or External Devices SIMPLINK function without the
With an HDMI cable, you can enjoy need for an additional optical
high quality picture and sound. audio cable.
Using a HDMI cable, connect the
port of the projector to the
HDMI output port of the device to
connect. Both video and audio are
output at the same time.

Optional Extras
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Connecting a PC
The projector supports Plug and Play.
Your PC will automatically detect
the projector and requires no driver
installation.

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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.

Optional Extras
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Connecting a Laptop Examples of switching output


You can connect the projector to a settings when connecting a laptop
laptop to use various functions. The table below shows examples
of switching the output. For more
Using an HDMI cable, connect the information, refer to the External
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port of the projector to the Output, Connecting to an External


HDMI output port of your laptop. Both Monitor, or similar sections of the
video and audio are output at the owner’s manual of your computer.
same time.
Brand Switching Output
NEC [Fn]+[F3]
Panasonic [Fn]+[F3]
Toshiba [Fn]+[F5]
IBM [Fn]+[F7]
Sony [Fn]+[F7]
Fujitsu [Fn]+[F10]
LG [Fn]+[F7]
Samsung [Fn]+[F4]
Adjust the control
Optional Extras
panel to enable
Macintosh
mirroring after
start-up.
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Connecting Headphones

Connecting Headphones
You can listen to the audio through a

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headphone.

Not provided
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Connecting a Digital
Amp
• Refer to the user manual of the
Using an optical cable, connect the
audio device to connect.
digital audio input port of a digital amp
to the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO • When connecting this product
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OUT port of the projector. The output to other devices, make sure
of an amp with a digital converter to turn off and unplug all the
must be set to the desired audio devices.
format. When using a HDMI cable • The audio output of this
to connect a home theater or when product has wide-ranging audio
connecting an optical output to an bandwidth, so the receiver
external audio device, set Sound Out volume must be adjusted
to Audio Out (Optical/HDMI ARC). properly. Speakers can be
If a projector, home theater, or the damaged by unexpected high
speaker of an external audio device is frequencies.
operating at the same time, there will • Connecting the OPTICAL
be an echo. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT port
of the projector to the digital
audio input port of a digital
amp and the audio input port
of the projector to the analog
audio output port of the digital
amp can cause sound oscillation
due to the closed loop. Remove
one of the two connections to
prevent this. (This also applies
to home theater devices.)

Optional Extras
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Connecting a smart device (smartphone, tablet,


etc.)
• (INPUT) All Inputs HDMI1/HDMI2
• The picture may look different from the actual product.

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Connect a smart device to the projector using a cable1) and set the external input
of the projector to HDMI. The smart device screen will then be displayed through
the projector. You can connect with any HDMI input port.
For model-specific instructions regarding use of the wired connection, please check
with the smart device manufacturer.
Supported smart devices may change depending on the circumstances of each
manufacturer.
1) Examples of how to connect a cable to different smart devices (cable purchased
separately).

Slimport supported devices


Charging port of a
HDMI cable Slimport adapter smart device

Charging
cable of
Projector HDMI a smart
port device
Projector USB port Charger

Apple Lightning Digital AV adapter supported devices


HDMI cable Lightning Digital AV
adapter

Projector HDMI port


Charging port of a
smart device

Apple 30-pin Digital AV adapter supported devices


HDMI cable Apple 30-pin
Digital AV
adapter

Projector HDMI port

Charging port of
a smart device
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MAINTENANCE
Clean your Projector to keep it in optimal condition.

Cleaning
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Cleaning the Lens


• If there is any dust or staining on the lens surface, you must clean the lens.
• To remove dust or stains on the lens, use a compressed air duster, cotton swab,
or soft cloth to gently wipe the lens.
• Do not wipe the lens while the product is in use or immediately after it has been
turned off.
• When cleaning the lens, do not use a cleanser, automobile or industrial shiner,
abrasive, wax, benzene, alcohol, water, etc., as this may damage the product.

Cleaning the Projector Case


• To clean the projector case, first unplug the power cord.
• To remove dust or stains, use only a dry, lint-free, nonabrasive cloth to polish
the lens.
• Do not use alcohol, benzene, thinners, or other chemicals, which may damage
the case.
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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL HU80KA (HU80KA-NA)
Resolution (Pixel) 3840 (Horizontal) × 2160 (Vertical)1)

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Aspect ratio 16:9 (Horizontal:Vertical)
Projection distance 1147 mm ~ 4345 mm (45.1 inches ~ 171.0 inches)
(Screen size) (1016 mm ~ 3810 mm [40 inches ~ 150 inches])
Ratio of upward
100 %
projection
Power AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption 250 W
Audio Output 7W+7W
Television System ATSC / NTSC-M / 64 & 256 QAM
VHF 02 to 13, UHF 14 to 69, CATV 01 to 135,
Program Coverage
DTV 02 to 69, CADTV 01 to 135
External Antenna
75 Ω
Impedance
470 mm (18.5 inches) (without foot),
Height
474 mm (18.6 inches) (with foot)
Width 165 mm (6.4 inches)
Depth 165 mm (6.4 inches)
Weight 6.7 kg (14.7 lbs)
USB1 (USB 3.0): 5 V, 1.5 A (Max.)
USB Device
USB2 (USB 2.0): 5 V, 0.5 A (Max.)
Temperature
Operation 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Environment Storage -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F)
Condition Relative Humidity
Operation 0 % to 80 %
Storage 0 % to 85 %
• C
 ontents in this manual may be changed without prior notice due to upgrade of
product functions.
1) 4K UHD resolution with 8.3 million discrete pixels projected by XPR (Expanded
Pixel Resolution) video processing.
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HDMI (DTV) Supported Mode

Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency


Resolution
(kHz) (Hz)
640 x 480 31.46 59.94
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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 59.94
1920 x 1080i 33.75 60
1920 x 1080p 26.97 23.97
1920 x 1080p 27 24
1920 x 1080p 33.71 29.97
1920 x 1080p 33.75 30
1920 x 1080p 56.25 50
1920 x 1080p 67.43 59.94
1920 x 1080p 67.5 60
1920 x 1080p 112.5 100
1920 x 1080p 134.86 119.88
1920 x 1080p 135 120
3840 x 2160p 53.95 23.98
3840 x 2160p 54 24
3840 x 2160p 56.25 25
3840 x 2160p 61.43 29.97
3840 x 2160p 67.5 30
3840 x 2160p 112.5 50
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Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency


Resolution
(kHz) (Hz)
3840 x 2160p 134.86 59.94
3840 x 2160p 135 60

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4096 x 2160p 53.95 23.98
4096 x 2160p 54 24
4096 x 2160 56.25 25
4096 x 2160 61.43 29.97
4096 x 2160 67.5 30
4096 x 2160 112.5 50
4096 x 2160 134.86 59.94
4096 x 2160 135 60
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HDMI (PC) Supported mode

Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency


Resolution
(kHz) (Hz)
640 x 350 31.46 70.09
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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
1920 x 1080 135 120
3840 x 2160 54 24
3840 x 2160 56.25 25
3840 x 2160 67.5 30
4096 x 2160 53.95 23.97
4096 x 2160 54 24

• If an invalid signal is input into the projector, it will not be displayed properly on
the screen or a message such as No Signal or Invalid Format will be displayed.
• The projector supports the DDC1/2B type as the Plug and Play function (Auto-
recognition of PC monitor).
• 3840 x 2160 is recommended as the best picture quality in the PC mode.
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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.

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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 [email protected].
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.
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SYMBOLS
Refers to alternating current (AC).
Refers to direct current (DC).
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Refers to class II equipment.

Refers to stand-by.

Refers to “ON” (power).

Refers to dangerous voltage.


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ABOUT LG
webOS 3.5
PROJECTOR

Image shown may differ from your projector.


Your projector’s OSD (On Screen Display) may differ slightly from that shown in this
manual.
Green: the buttons and the text to be displayed on the projector screen.

Copyright © 2018 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.


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CONTENTS
ABOUT LG webOS PROJECTOR ENJOY LIVE TV 21
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Live Menu 21
Home Tutorial 4 -- Using Live Menu 21
-- Using the Home feature of the My Channels 23
LG WebOS Projector 4 -- Using My Channels 23
Prepare Live TV 8 Guide 24
-- Watching TV broadcasting 8 -- Viewing Guide 24
Network Setting 9 Checking Program Info 26
-- Network Setting 9 -- Viewing Program Information 26
Using MAGIC LINK 28
HOW TO OPERATE
Using Advanced Broadcast
PROJECTOR 11
Settings 29
Using the Screen Remote 11
Setting Universal Control 13 HOW TO USE VARIETY OF
SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) 14 CONTENTS 30
-- Using SIMPLINK 14 LG Content Store 30
Using the LG TV Plus App 16 Creating Wish List 31
Magic Mobile Connection 18 -- Using My Content 31
-- Using Magic Mobile Connection Account Creating 32
18 -- Creating LG Account 32
Using a Keyboard and Mouse 19 Account Management 33
-- Using a USB Wired/Wireless -- Managing your LG Account 33
Mouse 19 Search Content 34
-- Using a USB Wired/Wireless -- Search 34
Keyboard 19 -- Searching for Content 34
Using a Gamepad 20 Use App & Contents 35
-- Installing Apps 35
Watching VOD Content 36
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PLAY OTHER DEVICE FILES 37 Using My Starter 65


Photo & Video 37 Enjoying Internet 67
-- Viewing Photos and Videos 37 -- Using the Web Browser 67
-- Photo Player 38 Notifications 70
-- Video Player 40 -- Using Notifications 70

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-- Supported Video Files 42
TOUR LIST OF SETTINGS 71
-- Cautions for Video Playback 44
Music 45 Quick Settings 71
-- Playing Music 45 -- To use Setting function quickly
-- Using the Music Player 46 71

File Viewer 49 Picture Settings 72


-- Viewing Files 49 Sound Settings 80
-- Browsing File Viewer 50 Channels Settings 87
Connecting USB 52 Network 91
-- Tips for Using a USB storage General 93
device 53 Safety Settings 101
Share Smart Phone 54 Accessibility 104
-- Content Share with Smartphone
54 To Update Software 106
View Smart Phone 56
TROUBLESHOOTING 107
-- To see the Mobile Device's
screen on the projector 56 Abnormal Operation 107
Share PC 57 Screen Problems 108
-- What Is Content Share? 57 Sound Problems 110
View PC 60 PC Connection Problems 112
-- To see the PC screen on the Photo & Video Movie Playback
projector 60 Problems 113
BENEFITS OF SMART Network Connection Problems 115
PROJECTOR 61 LG Account Problems 117
Contents Problems 118
Zooming in the Projector Display 61
Internet Browser Problems 118
Zoom Recording 63
-- Running Zoom Recording 63
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ABOUT LG webOS PROJECTOR


Home Tutorial
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Using the Home feature of the LG WebOS Projector


You can open the Home screen by pressing the button on your remote
control. You can combine frequently used apps on a single screen and use
whichever you want at any time.

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Description
You can use your projector’s other features while listening to
music.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
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You can switch to another input or change your settings.

You can easily change the settings of your projector.


Select for advanced setup.
Displays the remaining battery life.
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• This feature is available on certain models only.
Add content you like to use, easily and quickly. (This feature is not
3 supported in some countries. When you select the feature, you will be
directed to the LG Content Store.)
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Description
By adding channels you like, you can check channel information and
4 watch your desired channel easily and quickly.
This is a list of recently used apps. To access the list of recently used

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5 apps, select this item and then press and hold the Wheel (OK) or
OK button. You can view all the apps you used recently in the list.

6 You can run, move, and delete all the apps installed on your projector.

Using Recent List

To access the list of recently used apps, press and hold the button on your
remote control, or press and hold a recently used item on the Home screen. You
can run or exit all the apps you’ve used recently.
• The On Screen Display (OSD) of the projector may differ depending on
the model.

Description
1 Exit the app.
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Managing Apps

You can view a list of all apps installed on your projector, change their positions, or
delete them.
• Some apps cannot be edited.
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1  Select the app you want to edit, and press and hold the Wheel (OK) or
OK button on the Remote Control. This will activate the app edit mode.
2  To move the app to your desired position, go to the position and press the
Wheel (OK) or OK button. To delete an app, select the above the app.
• You can move and delete as many apps as you wish before exiting the edit
mode.
• You can also move apps with the buttons on your remote control.
3  When you have completed the edit, click DONE to exit the app edit mode.
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Stopping the current function

• The On Screen Display (OSD) of the projector may differ depending on


the model.

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1  Press the button on the remote control.
2  Select the application name at the top left corner of the screen by the Remote
Control to display the Close icon.
3  Select the Close icon displayed next to the application name to quit the
function in use.
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Prepare Live TV

Watching TV broadcasting
1  Connect the broadcast antenna/cable to the projector. You may also connect
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a piece of equipment that can receive broadcasting such as a set-top box


instead of the antenna/cable. Press the button on the remote control. To
see the details, select Set-Top Box from the device list that is displayed when
operating the Device Connector.
2  Start the (Q. Settings) Channels Channel Tuning Auto
Tuning. Finds and adds only channels being broadcast.
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Network Setting

Network Setting
If you configure settings for the network, you can use various services such as

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online contents and applications.

Setting a Wired Network

1  Connect the LAN port of the projector and the router using a LAN cable. The
router should be connected to the Internet beforehand.
2  Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control and select
Network Wired Connection (Ethernet). This will start the wired network
connection.
• If the router supports DHCP, the projector is automatically connected to the
network when you connect the projector to the network with a LAN cable.

Setting a Wireless Network

1  Turn on the power of the router connected to the Internet.


2  Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control and select
Network Wi-Fi Connection. This will start the Wireless network
connection.
3  When the network search is complete, the list of networks available for
connection is shown.
4  Select a network to connect. If your Wireless Router is password protected,
enter the password configured for the router.
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Network Setting Warnings

• Use standard LAN cable (connect to Cat7 or higher with RJ45 connector, 10
Base-T, or 100 Base TX LAN port).
• Resetting the modem may fix some network connection problems. Turn the
power OFF, disconnect and reconnect it, and then turn the power on to solve
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the problem.
• LG Electronics is not responsible for any network connection problems or any
faults, malfunctions, or errors caused by network connection.
• The network connection may not work properly because of network settings or
the Internet service provider.
• DSL service must use a DSL modem; and cable service must use a cable modem.
Since only a limited number of network connections may be available, projector
network setting may not be used depending on the contract with Internet
service provider. (If the contract does not allow more than one device per line,
only the already-connected PC may be used.)
• A wireless network can experience interference from other devices that use
the 2.4 GHz frequency (wireless phone, Bluetooth device, or microwave oven).
Although interference can also happen when using the 5 GHz frequency, it is
less likely to occur.
• The wireless environment can make wireless network service run slowly.
• Failure to turn off all local home networks may cause excessive traffic on some
devices.
• The access point device must support wireless connections and wireless
connection feature must be enabled on the device to have AP (access point)
connection. Contact the service provider for availability of wireless connections
on the access point.
• Check SSID and security settings of the AP. Refer to the appropriate
documentation for SSID and security settings of the AP.
• Invalid settings of network devices (wired/wireless line sharer, hub) can cause
the projector to operate slowly or not operate properly. Install the devices
correctly according to the appropriate manual and network.
• The connection method may differ depending on the AP manufacturer.
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HOW TO OPERATE PROJECTOR


Using the Screen Remote
You can control external devices connected to your projector by using the Screen

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Remote displayed on your projector screen.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
1  Press the button on the Magic Remote.
2  Using the Magic Remote, select your desired button on the Screen Remote
displayed on your projector screen.

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3
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Description
Configure Set Up Universal Control for external devices connected to
your projector.
When you select a device, the Screen Remote turns into the remote
1 control for the device.
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If a sound bar is connected, the Screen Remote can be used as a


remote control for the sound bar.
2 The buttons suitable for the selected device appear.
You can capture your projector screen.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
3
• You can view/delete screen-captured images in the Photo & Video
app.
4 You will see more remote control buttons.
You can start the Device Connector app. You can set the universal
5 remote control.
6 You can change the position of the screen remote control.

• This feature can only be used with the Magic Remote.


• You can purchase the Magic Remote separately if it is not provided.
• The types of buttons appearing on the Screen Remote vary, depending on the
region and the type of connected device.
• Some features and services may not be provided depending on models or
regions.
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Setting Universal Control


You can control devices such as Set-Top Box, Blu-ray Player, or Home Theater
using by Magic Remote or Slim Remote.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
1  Check that the device you want to set is connected to your projector.

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2  Press the button on the remote control and select at the top right.
(Press the button on the remote control.)
3  Select All Inputs and go to INPUTS.
4  Select the input mode that the device is connected to in INPUTS.
5  If you press Set Up Universal Control, you can set up the Universal Control.
Follow the instructions on the screen to finish the setup.
• If you want to change or cancel Universal Control Settings, go to All
Inputs and select Edit Universal Control.
• You can also set the Universal Control in Device Connector.
• You can use this only with the Magic Remote or Slim Remote. (The provided
remote control differ depending upon model.)
• You can purchase the Magic Remote separately if it is not provided.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.
• When changing the settings, check that the device to be changed is turned on.
• You can set one device per type.
• If you connect to a network before setting the Universal Control, the latest
update for the supported manufacturer list becomes available.
• Some buttons may not work depending upon the model of the external device.
• Place the device near the projector for seamless operation.
• If there is an obstacle in front of the device, it may not be able to receive the
signal properly. If the device is in a drawer, open the drawer.
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SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC)

Using SIMPLINK
You can conveniently control and use various multimedia devices connected
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through HDMI with the projector’s remote control.


1  Connect the SIMPLINK HDMI Output port to the projector’s HDMI IN port with
an HDMI cable.
2  Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control and select
General SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC).
3  Set SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) to On.
4  Configure the Auto Power Sync settings to On or Off. (If Auto Power Sync
is set to On, turning on a SIMPLINK-linked device will turn the projector on.
When you turn off the projector, the device will also be turned off.)
5  Turn on the connected device. When the projector automatically connects to
the device, the input will switch. If the device is not automatically connected to
the projector, click the (INPUT) button.
• This feature works only with devices with the logo. Check for the
SIMPLINK logo on the external device. There may be a problem using the device
if the device does not meet the required specifications.
• A high-speed HDMI® cable with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function
is required to use SIMPLINK. Pin 13 of the high-speed HDMI® cable is used for
data transfer between devices.
• If you want to output sound to the external audio equipment connected through
the HDMI cable, set SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) to On.
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Supported SIMPLINK Functions

• Instant Play
When you start a multimedia device, you can immediately watch content from
the device on the projector without having to control anything.
• Controlling devices with the projector remote control

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Enables the user to control multimedia devices with the projector remote
control to watch content.
-- The pointer function of the Magic Remote can be limited.
• Main Power Off
If Auto Power Sync is set to On in the SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) settings and
the projector is turned off, the devices connected to your projector via SIMPLINK
will also be turned off. Likewise, your projector will be turned off if you turn off a
device connected to your projector via SIMPLINK.
-- This feature is only available in certain devices.
• Main Power On
If Auto Power Sync is set to On in the SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) settings,
turning on a SIMPLINK-linked device will turn the projector on.
-- If SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC) is set to Off, Auto Power Sync can not be set
to On.
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Using the LG TV Plus App


You can control the functions of your projector by using the app installed on your
smart device.
1  Download LG TV Plus app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store,
depending on the OS of each smart device.
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2  Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control and select
Network.
3  Set LG Connect Apps to On.
4  Connect the projector and your smart device on the same Wi-Fi network.
5  Launch the LG TV Plus app on your smart device.
6  Tap the Start button to scan for projectors that can be connected to your
smart device.
7  Select the projector you want from the list of search results. A PIN code
appears on the projector screen.
8  Enter the PIN code in the LG TV Plus app to pair your smart device with the
projector.
9  You can tap the buttons on your smart device’s screen to control the projector.
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Description
You can use the same functions as the Magic Remote’s pointer and
1 arrow keys.
You can change the channel, adjust the volume, or make other
2 adjustments without using the remote control while watching a
broadcast.
You can open an app installed on your projector or configure
3 settings for functions such as switching input or adding
favorite channels.
• Some controls may be limited in external input mode.
• The app’s screen and functionality are subject to change without prior notice.
• Available features may differ depending on your country and OS.
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Magic Mobile Connection

Using Magic Mobile Connection


Magic Mobile Connection lets you share and enjoy the content stored on people’s
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smart devices through your projector.


• It is recommended that your Android smart devices run Lollipop or later versions
of Android.

Connecting a Smart Device with Magic Mobile Connection

Set up a connection following the guide below:


1  Install the LG TV Plus app on the smart device.
2  Connect both your projector and the smart device to the same network.
3  Run the LG TV Plus app and set up a connection to your projector following
the instructions shown on the screen.
4  Press the button, and a list of connected smart devices will appear on the
right side of the screen.
5  Select your desired smart device.
• Android smart devices will automatically attempt to reconnect when they enter
the network zone after the initial connection has been established.

Sharing Content with Magic Mobile Connection

You can share and enjoy the content stored on your smart device through your
projector.
1  Run the LG TV Plus app installed on your smart device.
2  Set up your desired content on your projector.
• Supported features may vary depending on the country.
• Supported features may vary depending on the version of your smart device’s
operating system.
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Using a Keyboard and Mouse

Using a USB Wired/Wireless Mouse


Connect your mouse to the USB port. Use the mouse to move the pointer on the

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projector screen and select the menu you want.
• The right button and the special buttons on the mouse do not work.
• When using a wireless USB mouse/keyboard, the experience may be affected by
the distance and wireless condition.

Using a USB Wired/Wireless Keyboard


Connect your keyboard to the USB port. You can enter text with the connected
keyboard device.
• It is not possible to enter text on some screens.
• It is recommended that you use a product that has been tested for compatibility
with LG projectors.
-- LOGITECH K360, LOGITECH K400, LOGITECH K750, LG Electronics MKS-
1200
• You can change the input language by pressing the language switch key or the
right Alt key. It can also be changed by pressing the Ctrl key and the Space key
at same time.
• Wireless USB keyboard use may be affected by the usage range and the wireless
environment.
• To enter text in the text field, use the on-screen keyboard on your projector
screen or a USB keyboard.
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Using a Gamepad
Connect your gamepad to the USB port on the projector if the game requires a
gamepad.
• It is recommended that you use a gamepad that has been tested for
compatibility with LG projectors.
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-- LOGITECH F310, LOGITECH F510, LOGITECH F710, LOGITECH Rumblepad


2, LOGITECH Cordless Rumblepad 2, LOGITECH Dual Action Gamepad,
MICROSOFT Xbox 360 Controller (cable), SONY Playstation(R)3 Controller
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ENJOY LIVE TV
Live Menu

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Using Live Menu
You can use the relevant features with ease when watching TV broadcasts.
1  Run Live TV by pressing .
2  Press button (on the right) on the remote control or move the
Magic Remote pointer to the right side of the projector screen.

Description
1 View a list of broadcast content that is currently being broadcast.

2 Get channel and program recommendations based on your viewing


history.
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• The channels displayed in Channel List are a configuration of channels provided


by the broadcast service provider. Therefore, if the broadcast service provider
has changed its channel configuration without notice, the channels displayed in
Channel List may differ from the actual TV channels.
• Because channel information displayed in Channel List includes information
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provided by external Electronic Program Guide (EPG) providers, it may differ


from the actual TV channels.
• You must have a network connection with Internet access to use the Program
Recommendation feature in Recommended List.
• To receive proper recommendation services, you need to set up your network,
region and auto tuning.
• Options may vary depending on the country.
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My Channels

Using My Channels
If you add channels to My Channels, you can check and watch the programs being

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broadcast in the added channels of any app.

Adding a Channel

1  Press the button on your remote control.


2  Select My Channels at the bottom left of the screen.
3  Selecting Add Channel displays a list of channels.
Select the channel you want to add from the channel list.
-- You can continue to add other channels to My Channels in the same way.
• To add set-top box channels, you need to set Setup universal control in Device
Connector and use a Magic Remote. (This feature is available on certain models
only.)
• To switch to a set-top box channel, you need to select among the added
channels using your Magic Remote. (This feature is available on certain models
only.)
• If you select a channel already added in My Channels, you can access the
channel in other apps as well.
• You can move/delete added channels in the same way as when you manage
apps.
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Guide

Viewing Guide
You can view programs and the schedule of each program.
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1  Press the button on the remote control.


2  You can launch the Guide application.
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2 3

Description
1 You can view information about the program you are currently
watching as well as the focused program information.
2 Displays the information of the broadcasting company.

3 Navigate to a desired program and press the Wheel (OK)


or OK. You can view more information on the program and
perform WATCH or REMINDER, etc.
4 Sets the filter.

5 Launch CHANNEL MANAGER.


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Description
6 Launch TV Scheduler.

7 Launch SEARCH.

8 Press the remote control’s button to navigate to the Guide

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screen for the current date and time.

Viewing Set-Top Box Guide

After connecting the Set-Top Box, you can view programs and the schedule of the
Set-Top Box and use the Magic Remote.
• This function is available on certain models or in certain countries only.
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Checking Program Info

Viewing Program Information


Information about the program you are currently watching, the current time, etc.
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are displayed.
• The On Screen Display (OSD) of the projector may differ depending on
the model.
1  While watching a live broadcast press the Wheel (OK) or OK button.
The Channel Banner appears.
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2  Select the Channel Banner. You can view detailed information about the
program you are currently watching.

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Using the buttons on your remote control, you can view information
about upcoming programs or other channels without changing the channel.
• You can view broadcast information about other channels using the
buttons.
• You can view broadcast information about the channel you are currently
watching using the buttons.
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Using MAGIC LINK


It offers various videos and information related to the program you are currently
watching.
If you are watching a program via a set-top box, you should complete the universal
remote control settings to use the MAGIC LINK function properly.
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1  Press the remote control’s Wheel (OK) or OK button or move the


pointer to the top of the screen. The Channel Banner appears.

2  Press the MAGIC LINK button in the Channel Banner.


3  Various kinds of information related to the program you are watching will
appear at the bottom of the screen. Select the desired information.
• The search range may vary depending on the country.
• While MAGIC LINK is in use, the content provided may not always match the
program that you are watching at the time. Change the channel with the Magic
Remote before using MAGIC LINK.
• Some adult-only channels or locked channels do not support this function.
• The search results may vary depending on the information on the program you
are watching.
• The MAGIC LINK feature via set-top box is supported in some countries or
models only.
• Some set-top boxes may not support the MAGIC LINK function.
• Only set-top boxes connected via HDMI input are supported.
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Using Advanced Broadcast Settings


If the broadcast you are watching contains Closed Caption, AUDIO LANGUAGE,
or Multi Audio information, you can use such features.
1  Press the Wheel (OK) or OK button on your remote control.
2  Select your desired feature in the top of the screen and set the feature to your

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desired value.

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Description
1 You can set Closed Caption.
2 You can set AUDIO LANGUAGE.
• Only available with digital broadcasts.
3 You can set Multi Audio.
• Only available with analog broadcasts.
• Available features may vary depending on the broadcast signal.
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HOW TO USE VARIETY OF CONTENTS


LG Content Store
You can quickly and conveniently browse for TV Shows, Movies, and more to
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watch immediately.
You can also download and use apps from various categories such as education,
entertainment, lifestyle, news, and games.
1  Press the button on the remote control.
2  Launch the LG Content Store application.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.
• Features may be limited in certain countries.
• Content may differ depending upon the model or country.
• Exercise caution when in used by children. Children may have access to
inappropriate online content through this product.
• You can block inappropriate online content by restricting access to some apps
such as the Internet browser. Restrictions can be set in (Q. Settings)
Safety Application Locks.

Recommended Content on the Main Screen

The main screen of the LG Content Store shows the most popular content for
each category. Select any content to view its details.
• Internet connection is required to use this feature.
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Creating Wish List

Using My Content
By adding your desired content to My Content, you can use the content easily and

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quickly anytime.
1  Press the button on your remote control.
2  Select My Content in the top left of the screen.
3  Select Add Content.
4  Search for content.
5  Select your desired content from the search results to add it to My Content.
• You can also select from among recommended content shown under the
search box and directly add it to My Content.
• This feature is only available in certain countries.
• The type of content you can add to My Content may vary depending on the
country.
• You must have a network connection to use this feature.
• You can move/delete added content in the same way you manage apps.
• Some of the content services added to My Content may not be available if the
service has been terminated due to the provider’s circumstances.
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Account Creating

Creating LG Account
In Account Management, you can use your email address to create a new LG
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account.
1  Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control and select
General Account Management.
2  Select CREATE ACCOUNT. Read and accept the Terms of Service.
3  Enter an ID and a password. Your ID must be your email address.
4  Enter your birthday.
5  Select OK. Go to your email to verify your email address. Please verify your
email before the time expires.
6  Log in with your new account to start using the service.
• Internet connection is required to create an account.
• Required information may vary depending upon the country.
• Existing IDs that do not use an email address can be converted to your email
address.
• You can log in with your Facebook or Google account. (Features other than login
may not be available.)
• You may be restricted from the service depending upon your age.
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Account Management

Managing your LG Account


You can manage the information of your LG account.

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1  Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control.
2  Go to General Account Management to log in.

Personal Information

You can view or edit your information of the account currently logged in.
You can change the password or press EDIT to edit your personal information.
This feature is available in certain countries only.
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Search Content

Search
Search allows you to find and use a variety of content and information. You can
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search for files, including image, video, audio, and recording files.

Searching for Content


1  Run Search by pressing the (SEARCH) button on your remote control.
2  Search for a variety of content and information by typing in your desired
search terms.
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Description
1 Enter your desired search term.
Change the settings of the features provided by Search.
• Some apps provide a feature that lets you search within your
2
projector. If you run a search in such apps, the search will be
carried out in Search.
• Search results may vary depending on the channel, region, network settings, and
whether you have agreed to the terms and conditions.
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Use App & Contents

Installing Apps
You can use your LG account to install various apps on your projector.

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1  Press the button on the remote control.
2  Launch the LG Content Store application.
3  Select your desired category from the categories shown at the top of the
screen. The list of available apps in the selected category will be shown.
4  Select an app to set up from the list.
5  Read the details of the app and then press Install.
6  When the installation is complete, you can run the app immediately.
• Available categories may vary depending on the country or service status.
• If the storage on your projector is insufficient, you can install the apps by
connecting an external memory device.
• Some USB storage devices may not be supported or may not work properly.
• USB drivers containing apps from other LG TVs or LG Projectors may not be
used.
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Watching VOD Content


You can immediately enjoy dramas, movies, and more with real-time streaming.
1  Press the button on the remote control.
2  Launch the LG Content Store application.
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3  Select your desired category from the categories shown at the top of the
screen, such as TV Shows and Movies. The list of available content in the
selected category will be shown.
4  Select an item from the list.
5  Read the details of the content and then press Watch Now.
6  Select a playback option. An app may be required to play the content with the
selected playback option. If not installed, install the app to play the content.
7  The content is played using the selected option.
• This feature is only available in certain countries.
• Available categories may vary depending on the country or service status.
• Adult authentication is required for playing adult content.
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PLAY OTHER DEVICE FILES


Photo & Video

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Viewing Photos and Videos
You can view photos and videos using the Photo & Video app.
1  Press the button on your remote control.
2  Launch the Photo & Video application.
3  Select your desired storage device.
4  Select and view your desired photo or video.

1 2 3 4

Description
1 Select your desired type of content and viewing method.

2 Select and delete your desired content.


(You cannot delete files that are shared from other devices.)
3 Select the content you want to play. You can only select the same
type of content as you first selected.
4 Launch Search.
• Certain content may not be displayed on the list if the number of all content
exceeds 40,000.
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Photo Player
Selecting a photo in the Photo & Video app runs the photo player. You can view
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Description
1 Returns to the entire content list.

2 You can play background music by running the music player.

3 You can zoom the photos in/out.

4 Starts the slide show.

5 Rotates photos.

6 360-degree photos can be viewed in 360 degrees.


• Using the 360-degree mode on a normal photo may distort the
image.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
7 You can set the size of a photo or change the speed and effect of a
slide show.
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Supported Photo Files

File type Format Resolution


Minimum: 64 x 64
.jpeg
Maximum
.jpg JPEG

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Normal Type: 15360 (W) x 8640 (H)
.jpe
Progressive Type: 1920 (W) x 1440 (H)
Minimum: 64 x 64
.png PNG
Maximum: 5760 (W) x 5760 (H)
Minimum: 64 x 64
.bmp BMP
Maximum: 1920 (W) x 1080 (H)
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Video Player
Selecting a video in the Photo & Video app runs the video player. You can view
your saved videos.
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Description
1 Returns to the entire content list.
2 You can select other content by displaying the playlist while watching
a video.
3 You can control basic video playback functions.
Rotates videos.
4
• This feature is available on certain models only.
5 360-degree videos can be viewed in 360 degrees.
• Using the 360-degree mode on a normal video may distort the
image.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
By zooming in the projector screen, you can view images in a larger
6 size than the originals.
7 You can set additional options.
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Setting Additional Options

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Description
1 You can change subtitle settings.

2 You can set audio tracks.

3 You can set continue watching to resume playing from the last viewed
scene.
4 You can set continuous playback.
If continuous playback is set, the next video is automatically played
after the playback of a video is over.
5 Returns to the basic operation screen.
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Supported Video Files

Maximum data transfer rate:

• Full HD video
H.264 1920 x 1080@60P BP/MP/[email protected] 40 Mbps
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HEVC 1920 x 1080@60P [email protected], Main10 [email protected] 40 Mbps


• ULTRA HD video (ULTRA HD model only)
[Depends on the model.]
H.264 4096 × 2160@60P BP/MP/[email protected] 60Mbps
HEVC 4096 × 2160@60P [email protected], Main10 [email protected] 60Mbps

Supported external subtitles:

*.smi, *.srt, *.sub (MicroDVD, SubViewer 1.0/2.0), *.ass, *.ssa, *.txt (TMPlayer),
*.psb (PowerDivX), *.dcs (DLP Cinema)

Supported embedded subtitles format:

• Matroska (mkv): Sub Station Alpha (SSA), Advanced Sub Station Alpha (ASS),
SRT
• MP4 (mp4): Timed Text
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Supported video codecs

Extension Codec
VC-1 Advanced Profile (except for WMVA), VC-1
Video
.asf Simple and Main Profiles

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.wmv WMA Standard (except for WMA v1/ WMA
Audio
Speech)
Xvid (except for 3 warp-point GMC), H.264/AVC,
Video
Motion Jpeg, MPEG-4
.avi
MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3),
Audio
Dolby Digital, LPCM, ADPCM, DTS
.mp4 Video H.264/AVC, MPEG-4, HEVC
.m4v Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, AAC, MPEG-1
Audio
.mov Layer III (MP3)
.3gp Video H.264/AVC, MPEG-4
.3g2 Audio AAC, AMR-NB, AMR-WB
Video MPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264/AVC, VP8, VP9, HEVC
.mkv Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, AAC, PCM, DTS,
Audio
MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3)
.ts Video H.264/AVC, MPEG-2, HEVC
.trp
MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3),
.tp Audio
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, AAC, PCM
.mts
.mpg Video MPEG-1, MPEG-2
.mpeg
Audio MPEG-1 Layer I, II, MPEG-1 Layer III (MP3)
.dat
Video MPEG-1, MPEG-2
.vob
Audio Dolby Digital, MPEG-1 Layer I, II, DVD-LPCM
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Cautions for Video Playback


• Some user-created subtitles may not work properly.
• A video file and its subtitle file must be located in the same folder. For subtitles
to be displayed properly, make sure that the video file and the subtitle file have
the same name.
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• Subtitles on a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device may not be supported


depending on the manufacturer and model.
• Streams that include Global Motion Compensation (GMC) and Quarterpel
Motion Estimation (Qpel) are not supported.
• Playable file sizes may vary depending on the encoding conditions.
• Only Window Media Audio V7 and later are supported.
• The AAC main profile is not supported.
• Video files created by some encoders may not be played.
• Video files in a different format than specified may not be played properly.
• Video files stored on a USB storage device that does not support High Speed
may not be played properly.
• DTS codecs are supported only for playbacks of USB and HDMI video files.

ULTRA HD video (ULTRA HD model only)


[Depends on the model.]
• ULTRA HD video (ULTRA HD model only): 3840 x 2160, 4096 x 2160
• Some HEVC-encoded ULTRA HD videos other than the content officially
provided by LG Electronics may not be played.
Some codecs can be supported after a software upgrade.
Extension Codec
Video H.264/AVC, HEVC
mkv / mp4 / ts
Audio Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, AAC
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Music

Playing Music
You can listen to music by using the Music app.

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1  Press the button on your remote control.
2  Launch the Music application.
3  Select your desired storage device.
You can select your desired songs from all of your storage devices and add
them to MY PLAYLIST.
4  Select your desired music content and enjoy it.

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Description
1 Select the desired type of content list.

2 Select and delete content.


(Files shared from other devices cannot be deleted.)
3 Select content and add it to MY PLAYLIST.

4 Open the music player.

5 Launch SEARCH.
• If the number of all content is more than 5,000, some content may not be listed
up.
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Using the Music Player


The music player lets you choose music from other apps and use it as background
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Description
1 You can play music from the selected storage device.

2 You can set repeat playback and random playback.

3 The configurable items differ depending upon model.


: You can turn the screen off while listening to music or display
the music player in full-screen mode.
: You can listen to music with the screen turned off.
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Description
4 You can change the position of the music player.

5 You can minimize the music player.

6 This feature closes the music player.

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7 Lyrics are available for music files that provide them.
In some music files, you can choose a lyric section and move the
playback position.
• The lyrics feature is only supported on some devices.
• The lyrics may not be displayed in sync depending on the lyrics data
in the music file.

• Reopen your music player by pressing the buttons on your remote


control.
• You may not be able to use the music player for some features.
• You can also run the music player as follows:
• Select in the Music app.
• Select while viewing photos in the Photo & Video app.
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Audio Format

File Format Item Info


Bit rate 32 kbps ~ 320 kbps
Sample freq. 16 kHz ~ 48 kHz
.mp3
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Support MPEG-1, MPEG-2


Channels mono, stereo
Bit rate -
Sample freq. 8 kHz ~ 96 kHz
.wav
Support PCM
Channels mono, stereo
Bit rate 64 kbps ~ 320 kbps
Sample freq. 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz
.ogg
Support Vorbis
Channels mono, stereo
Bit rate 128 kbps ~ 320 kbps
Sample freq. 8 kHz ~ 48 kHz
.wma
Support WMA
Channels up to 6 ch
Bit rate -
Sample freq. 8 kHz ~ 96 kHz
.flac
Support FLAC
Channels mono, stereo

• The number of supported channels may vary depending upon the sample
frequency.
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File Viewer

Viewing Files
You can see document files stored on a connected device.

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1  Press the button on your remote control.
2  Launch the File Viewer application.
3  Select your desired storage device.
4  Select and view your desired document file.

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Description
1 Select your desired type of content and viewing method.

2 Select and delete your desired content.


(You cannot delete files that are shared from other devices.)
• Certain content may not be displayed on the list if the number of all content
exceeds 40,000.
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Browsing File Viewer


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Description
1 Returns to the entire content list.

2 Moves to the page you specify.

3 Sets the slide show.

4 Enlarges or reduces the document.

5 Starts the slide show.

6 Rotates the document.

7 Sets up the options of File Viewer.


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Supported File Formats

XLS, XLSX, DOC, DOCX, PPT, PPTX, TXT, PDF, HWP


Microsoft Office 97/2000/2002/2003/2007/2010/2013/2016 version
Adobe PDF 1.0/1.1/1.2/1.3/1.4 version
Hangul 2007 version

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• 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.
• If the document is large or has many pages, it may take longer to load.
• Unsupported fonts may be replaced by other fonts.
• The file viewer may not open for Office documents that contain many high
resolution images. In that case, reduce the image file size, save it on a USB
storage device and run the file viewer again or connect your PC to the projector
and open the file on your PC.
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Connecting USB
Connect a USB storage device (USB HDD, USB Flash Drive) to the USB port on
the projector to enjoy the content files stored on the USB storage device on your
projector.
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USB Flash Drive


USB-C Flash Drive

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Models with USB-C support only.
• Please check whether USB 2.0 is supported before using USB-C storage devices.
• Certain functions may not work properly depending on USB-C to USB-A cable
or gender used.
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Tips for Using a USB storage device


• A USB storage device that has a built-in automatic recognition program or uses
its own driver might not be recognizable.
• Some USB storage devices may not be supported or may not work properly.
• If you use a USB extension cable, the USB storage device may not be recognized

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or may not work properly.
• Please use only USB storage devices formatted with the FAT32 or NTFS file
system provided by Windows OS.
• It is recommended that you use an external USB HDD with a rated voltage of 5
V or less and a rated current of 500 mA or less.
• It is recommended that you use a USB hub or hard disk drive with a power
supply. (If the power supplied is not sufficient, the USB storage device may not
be detected properly.)
• It is recommended that you use a USB flash drive of 32 GB or less or a USB HDD
of 2 TB or less.
• If a USB HDD with power-saving function does not work, turn the hard drive off
and on again to make it work properly. See the owner’s manual for the USB HDD
for more information.
• Data on a USB storage device may be damaged, so it is recommended that you
back up any important files. Users are responsible for data management. The
manufacturer bears no responsibility.
• Select the connected USB from INPUTS and select the EJECT button to
disconnect the USB storage device.
If you disconnect the USB storage device without selecting EJECT, an error may
occur in your projector or storage device.
You can open INPUTS by selecting (INPUT) All Inputs.
• For more information on other connection methods, go to Device
Connector.
• Select the connected USB from INPUTS and select the FORMAT button to
format the USB storage device. After format, all the data of USB storage device
will be deleted and formated as NTFS or FAT32 file system.
• When connecting a USB storage device, a random file/folder can be created to
provide Smart projector services such as the saving and retrieving of thumbnail
images.
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Share Smart Phone

Content Share with Smartphone


Content Share allows you to enjoy videos, music, and photos saved on your
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Smartphone that is connected to the same network.

Connecting to a smartphone with your projector

1  Press the button on the remote control.


2  Launch the Device Connector application.
3  Select the Smartphone.
4  Follow instructions in Device Connector.
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Matters that require special attention during Content Share

• Check your network settings if the Content Share option does not work
properly.
• May not work properly on a wireless network. It is recommended that you
connect to a wired network.

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• May not work properly depending upon the network environment.
• If multiple display devices are connected to one device, the content may not be
played properly depending upon server performance.
• To watch the 1080p video through Content Share function, a router that uses
5 GHz frequency is required. If a 2.4 GHz router is used, the video may not play
properly.
• Captions are only supported on some connected devices.
• When a subtitle file is added later, disable the shared folder and then enable it
again.
• The DRM files in the connected device will not play.
• Even for the file format supported by the projector, the supported file format
may differ depending upon the connected device environment.
• If there are too many folders or files in a folder, it may not work properly.
• The information on the file imported from the connected device may not be
displayed correctly.
• Depending upon the encoding, some streams may not play in Content Sharing
mode.
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View Smart Phone

To see the Mobile Device's screen on the projector


1  Press the button on your remote control.
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2  Launch the Screen Share application.


3  Enable Miracast mode on the mobile device.
4  Your projector will be displayed in the list of available devices in the menu.
5  Select your projector to start connecting.
6  A message saying Connecting... will appear to start the connection.
7  When the connection is established, the projector will display the screen of the
connected device.
• Always update your device to be connected to your projector to the latest OS
version for a reliable connection.
• A non-LGE device might not connect even when it is detected.
• Connect the device to a 5 GHz router because the performance may be affected
by your wireless environment.
• The response rate may vary, depending upon the user’s environment.
• It differs among devices. For more information on the device you want to
connect to, refer to its user guide.
• LISTEN MODE may affect the performance of your wireless connection when
connected to an AP. If there are any issues related to wireless performance, it is
recommended to turn off LISTEN MODE.
• If connection fails repeatedly, turn off the projector and the device you want to
connect to, then turn them back on and try again.
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Share PC

What Is Content Share?


Content Share allows you to enjoy videos, music and photos saved on your PC.

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Play the content with sharing software on the PC

If the computer operating system is Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows


10, you can play music, video, or photos on your projector without installing an
additional program.
1  Configure the projector and PC on the same network. Also configure the
network on the PC installed with Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10.
2  Right-click the desired music, video, or photo file, and select the model using
the Play To function provided in Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10 to
play what is selected.
To play on other devices like your mobile phone, refer to the relevant user
guide.
• Even when multiple projectors or devices are connected, the selected file is
played through only one device. The playback rate may vary depending on the
network connection.
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Use the SmartShare PC Software to play the content saved on the PC

You can use SmartShare PC Software to connect the music/videos/photos saved


on the PC to your home network and play them on your projector.
1  Configure the projector and PC installed with SmartShare on the same
network.
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• The SmartShare service is only available when the projector and server PC
are connected to a single router.
2  Download and install SmartShare PC Software from the LG website. Before
installation, exit all programs running on the PC, such as a firewall or an anti-
virus software.
3  Run SmartShare PC Software and configure the share settings.
4  Shared videos and photos are played from the Photo & Video app on the
projector. Shared music files are played from the Music app on the projector.
• The server should be running in order to watch the shared file on your projector.
• You can check the website information from Device Connector PC
CONTENT SHARE.
• For information on how to use the SmartShare PC Software, refer to the
software’s help section.
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Matters that require special attention during Content Share

• Check your network settings if the Content Share option does not work
properly.
• May not work properly on a wireless network. It is recommended that you
connect to a wired network.

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• If multiple display devices are connected to one device, the content may not be
played properly depending on server performance.
• May not work properly depending on the network environment.
• To watch the 1080p video through Content Share function, a router that uses
5 GHz frequency is required. If a 2.4 GHz router is used, the video may not play
properly.
• The Content Share function may not be supported for a router that does not
support multi-cast. For more information, refer to the user guide that came with
your router or contact the manufacturer.
• Captions are only supported on some connected devices.
• SmartShare PC Software is recommended for reading captions.
• When a subtitle file is added later, disable the shared folder and then enable it
again.
• The DRM files in the connected device will not play.
• Even for the file format supported by the projector, the supported file format
may differ depending on the connected device environment.
• If there are too many folders or files in a folder, it may not work properly.
• The information on the file imported from the connected device may not be
displayed correctly.
• Depending upon the encoding, some streams may not play in Content Sharing
mode.
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View PC

To see the PC screen on the projector

Connect wireless
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1  Press the button on the remote control.


2  You can launch the Screen Share application.
3  Add a wireless connection device on your PC.
If the operating system of your PC is Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, run Intel®
WiDi.
4  Your projector will be displayed in the list of available devices.
5  Select your projector and request connection.
6  After the connection is established, the projector will display the screen of the
connected device.
• Always update your device to be connected to your projector to the latest OS
version for a reliable connection.
• It is recommended that you use this function at close range.
• Though it can be connected without a wireless router, connecting your device
to a 5 GHz router is recommended because the performance can be affected by
the surrounding wireless environment.
• It supports the connection over the Intel® WiDi 3.5 version.
• The response rate may vary, depending upon the user’s environment.
• It’s different from Windows version. For more information on the device you
want to connect to, refer to its user guide.
• If you turn on LISTEN MODE, it may affect the performance of your wireless
connection when connected to an AP. If there are any issues related to wireless
performance, turn off LISTEN MODE.
• For more information, refer to the Screen Share app.
• If connection fails repeatedly, turn off the projector and the device you want to
connect to, then turn them back on and try again.

Connect wired

Connect the PC with projector by HDMI cable.


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BENEFITS OF SMART PROJECTOR


Zooming in the Projector Display
By zooming in the projector screen, you can view images in a larger size than the

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originals.
While watching a broadcast or playing a video, press the button
on the remote control or the Wheel (OK) button on Magic Remote
to select START LIVE ZOOM displayed in the bottom right corner of the
screen.

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5
6
7
8
3

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1

Description
1 The original screen before enlargement is displayed on the subscreen.

2 This indicates the enlarged area that is displayed on the main screen.

3 You can zoom in and out on the main screen using the magnification
bar.
4 Press this button to end the live zoom function.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
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Description
5 If watching video in a USB storage device
You can start recording by zooming in the video on your USB storage
device. For more information, refer to the Zoom Recording.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
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• This feature can only be used with the Magic Remote.


6 You can pause or resume your current screen.
If you execute on resume while watching a broadcast, you will see the
current broadcast screen.
7 You can capture your current screen.
You can view captured images in the Photo & Video app.
8 You can hide the sub screen.

• To exit the feature and return to the original screen, press or .


You can also exit this feature with the button on your remote
control.
• If you change the channel or run another app on an enlarged screen, the feature
closes.

Moving the Position of an Enlarged Screen


• Method 1. On the main screen, move the pointer on the Magic Remote to your
desired position and press Wheel (OK) button.
• Method 2. Using the pointer on your Magic Remote, drag the enlarged area on
the subscreen into your desired position.
• Method 3. On the subscreen, select the area you want to enlarge using the
Magic Remote.
• You can also move the screen using the buttons on your remote
control.
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Zoom Recording

Running Zoom Recording


By zooming in the video content in your USB storage device, you can run Zoom

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Recording.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
1  Press the button on your remote control while watching a video
in Photo & Video. Or, Press the Wheel (OK) button on your magic
remote and select START LIVE ZOOM at the bottom right of the
screen.
2  If you press on the right side of the screen, Zoom Recording starts.

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3
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Description
1 It shows the zone where Zoom Recording is running.
You can adjust the magnification by scrolling with the Wheel (OK)
button on the Magic Remote.
• To move the recording zone, move the Magic Remote pointer to a
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desired position of the screen and press the Wheel (OK) button.
• Or, drag it using the pointer of Magic Remote and move it to the
desired position.
2 Stop and save Zoom Recording.

3 Without saving the content of Zoom Recording, return to the


previous Live Zoom status.

• This feature can only be used with the Magic Remote.


• You can use this function only for video content stored on your USB storage
device.
• Zoom Recording files are stored in the same location where the original video
content is stored.
• If original video content is deleted, Zoom Recording files cannot be played.
• Zoom Recording files can be played only on an LG webOS projector that
supports the function.
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Using My Starter
My Starter lets you view information through your projector, such as the current
time, weather, and schedules you have added to your smart device.
• By setting up My Starter on your projector or in the LG TV Plus app, you can
make My Starter run automatically at a specified time with your projector being

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turned on.
• Some features are available only after you install the LG TV Plus app on your
smart device.

Setting Up on Your projector

1  Press the (Q. Settings) button on your remote control.


2  Select General Timers Timer Power On Set My Starter and
set the option to On.

Setting Up in the LG TV Plus App

1  Download the LG TV Plus app from the app store of your smart device.
2  Connect your projector and smart device to the same network.
3  Run the LG TV Plus app installed on your smart device.
4  Select My Starter in the LG TV Plus app and set the options.
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Viewing a Schedule with My Starter

Set up schedule sharing with your projector in the LG TV Plus app following the
instructions, and then you can view the schedules added to your smart devices on
your projector.
• The On Screen Display (OSD) of the projector may differ depending on
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the model.
1  Press the button.
2  RUN MY STARTER by selecting the time displayed in the upper right corner
of the screen.
• If there is no time displayed, set up the time for your projector.

• If multiple smart devices have been set up to share schedules with your
projector, the schedule on the last smart device set up for schedule sharing is
provided.
• You can use schedule sharing without configuring Set My Starter.
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Enjoying Internet

Using the Web Browser


You can enter the website when you input the web address on the URL bar. If you

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input the search word, it will find the information about search word base on the
search engine.
1  Press the button on the remote control.
2  Launch the Web Browser application.
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Description
1 You can add the current page to the Home screen, or add or delete
the current page in Bookmarks.
(A page added to the home screen can only be deleted on the home
screen. In this case, it is not deleted from Bookmarks.)
2 Reloads the current page.

3 You can turn on/off Mini TV.


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Description
4 Zooms in or out of the screen.

5 History: You can open or delete the history list.


Bookmarks: You can open or delete the bookmark list.
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Settings: You can configure simple settings for the browser.


Encoding: You can change the language when the content is not
properly displayed on the web page.
6 You can use the browser in full screen mode. To go back to the original
screen, use the Remote Control to move the pointer to the top of the
screen. Exit Full Screen will display.
7 Exit the Web Browser.

• The Web Browser supports only HTML5 media, it does not support Flash Plug-
in.
• The Web Browser does not support plug-in installation.
• On the Web Browser, it may not be possible to play media files in formats other
than JPEG/PNG/GIF
• The Web Browser may be closed if there is insufficient memory space.
• On the Web Browser, only fonts embedded in the projector are used. Therefore,
text may be displayed in different fonts than the ones on the PC.
• The Web Browser does not support file and font downloads.
• Since the Web Browser is a projector browser, it may function differently than
PC browsers.
• Since the Web Browser is a projector browser, some of the content may not
play properly.
• Caution is required for children accessing inappropriate content since this
product can be connected to the Internet.
• Access to some of the apps, including the Web Browser, may be restricted in
order to block inappropriate online content.
• Configure the settings in (Q. Settings) Safety Application
Locks.
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Setting the Web Browser

Press at the top of the screen and select the Settings.


• On Startup
You can set the startup page of the browser to Open the New Tab page/
Continue where I left off/Home page:.

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• Search Engines
You can select the default search engine.
• Recommended Sites
You can change the settings so that Recommended Sites are displayed.
The Recommended Sites and Most Visited Sites are displayed on a new tab.
The Recommended Sites may not be available in your country.
To hide the Recommended Sites, choose Off in Settings.
• Always Show Bookmarks Bar
You can change the settings so that the Bookmarks bar is always displayed.
• Private Browsing
You can configure the settings not to leave records after searching.
• Site Filtering
-- Approved Sites: You can configure the settings to open the previously
registered web pages only.
-- Blocked Sites: You can configure the settings to block specific websites.
* To use the Site Filtering function, you should enter the projector password.
The initial password is set as “0000”.
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Notifications

Using Notifications
The Notifications transfers real-time notifications from various apps and LG
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services. It shows the status of apps that are currently running and allows you to
view, delete, and run all notifications in one place.
1  Press the button on the remote control.
2  Launch the Notifications application.

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2
4

Description
1 You can delete notifications.

2 For notifications with long content, press more to open them in full
view.
3 You can delete all notifications.

4 You can launch the APP or move to URL.


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TOUR LIST OF SETTINGS


The options may differ depending on the model.

Quick Settings

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To use Setting function quickly
Press the (Q. Settings) button on the remote control.
Displays a set of light-weight controls quickly and simply such as Picture Mode,
Aspect Ratio, Sound Out and so on.

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2
3
4
5
6
7

Description
1 Closes the Quick settings.
2 You can set the Picture Mode.
3 You can set the Aspect Ratio.
4 You can choose the Sound Out.
5 You can set the Sleep Timer.
6 You can set the PJT Mode.

7 You can set more options.


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Picture Settings
Smart Picture Mode

(Q. Settings) Picture Smart Picture Mode


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When this is enabled, the projector will automatically adjust to the optimal picture
settings based on data it receives on the genre of the program being played. Set
the option to On to enable this mode.
• If you enable this feature, you cannot set Picture Mode manually.
• Only available with digital broadcasts.
• Channels connected to HDMI do not support Smart Picture Mode.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.
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Picture Mode

(Q. Settings) Picture Picture Mode Settings Picture Mode


Select the picture mode that is best suited to your viewing environment,
preferences or video type.
The options may differ depending on the model.

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Depending upon the input signal, the available picture modes may be different.
When watching online service content, the Picture Mode may be changed to
match the content being shown.
• Vivid
Sharpens the image by increasing the contrast, brightness, and sharpness.
• Standard
Displays the picture with normal contrast, brightness, and sharpness levels.
• Cinema
Optimizes the screen for movies.
• Sports
Optimizes the screen for sports games. Sharpens the image of rapid movements
such as kicking or throwing a ball.
• Game
Optimizes the screen for gameplay.
• HDR Effect
This feature lets you enjoy a more dynamic, clearer image by correcting the light
and dark areas of the display. This feature provides a realistic image, even when
the source image’s gradation level is high.
-- If you set Picture Mode to HDR Effect, you will not be able to use some of
Picture Mode Settings.
-- This feature is available on certain models only.
• Technicolor Expert
Colors optimized by Technicolor’s renowned color scientists, who work on
Hollywood’s premium content.
-- This feature is available on certain models only.
• Expert (Bright Room)/Expert (Dark Room)
Allows an expert, or anyone who loves picture quality, to tune to the best picture
quality.
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Picture Mode Settings

(Q. Settings) Picture Picture Mode Settings


This feature allows you to adjust the selected picture mode in detail.
• Contrast
Adjusts the contrast of the bright and dark areas of the picture. The closer to
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100, the higher the contrast.


• Brightness
Adjusts the overall screen brightness. The closer to 100, the brighter the screen.
• Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness of the image. The closer to 50, the sharper and clearer
the image.
• V Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness of the contrast edge in the vertical direction.
• H Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness of the contrast edge in the horizontal direction.
• Color
Tones down or up the colors displayed on the screen. The closer to 100, the
deeper the color.
• Tint
Adjusts the color balance between red and green displayed on the screen. The
closer to Red 50, the more red the color will be. The closer to Green 50, the
more green the color will be.
• Color Temperature
Adjusts the color temperature cool/medium/warm/natural.
-- The settings you specify only applies to the currently selected input mode.
To apply your current picture settings to all input modes, select Apply to All
Inputs.
-- Depending upon the input signal or the selected picture mode, the available
options may differ.
• Apply to All Inputs
Save the current customized setting values to currently selected picture moded
for all inputs.
• Reset
This option will reset the picture settings.
-- You can reset the picture modes separately. Select the picture mode you
wish to reset and enable it.
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Advanced Controls/Expert Controls

Adjust screen settings for individual picture modes.


(Q. Settings) Picture Picture Mode Settings Advanced
Controls
• Dynamic Contrast

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Corrects the difference between the bright and dark areas of the screen for
optimal results depending on the brightness of the picture.
• Dynamic Color
Adjusts the Color and saturation of the picture to make the image more colorful
and lively.
• Preferred Color
Adjusts the colors of skin, grass and sky to your personal preferences.
• Color Gamut
Selects the range of Colors to display.
• Super Resolution
Adjusts the resolution to make dim and blurred images clearer.
• Gamma
Adjusts the medium brightness of the picture.
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(Q. Settings) Picture Picture Mode Settings Expert


Controls
If you set the picture mode to Expert, you can set the following functions.
• Dynamic Contrast
Corrects the difference between the bright and dark areas of the screen for
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optimal results depending on the brightness of the picture.


• Super Resolution
Adjusts the resolution to make dim and blurred images clearer.
• Color Gamut
Selects the range of Colors to display.
• Edge Enhancer
Shows clearer and distinctive yet natural edges of the video.
• Color Filter
Filters a specific Color spectrum in RGB Colors to fine-tune Color saturation and
hue accurately.
• White Balance
Adjusts the overall color temperature of the screen as desired.
• Color Management System
This is a function used by experts when they adjust Colors using a test pattern
of six colors (Red/Green/Blue/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow) without affecting other
color areas. For normal images, adjustments may not result in noticeable color
changes.
-- Depending upon the input signal or the selected picture mode, the available
options may differ.
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Picture Options

(Q. Settings) Picture Picture Mode Settings Picture


Options
Adjust detailed settings to further optimize the picture.
• Noise Reduction

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Removes small dots that stand out so as to make the image clean.
• MPEG Noise Reduction
Reduces the noise produced during the creation of digital video signals.
• Black Level
Compensates the screen brightness and contrast by adjusting the darkness of
the screen.
• Real Cinema
Provides a cinema-like experience.
• TruMotion
This feature is available on certain models only.
Optimizes the image quality of fast-moving pictures.
-- Off: Turns off the TruMotion.
-- Smooth: Softens fast-moving pictures.
-- Clear: Makes fast-moving pictures clearer.
-- Clear Plus: Makes fast-moving pictures clearer using the backlight control.
-- User: Sets De-Judder/De-Blur manually.
• De-Judder: Adjusts juddering on the screen.
• De-Blur: Reduces the blurring effects of motion.
• The advanced settings can be changed only in User mode.
• Depending upon the input signal or the selected picture mode, the available
options may differ.
• The configurable items differ depending upon model.
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Aspect Ratio

(Q. Settings) Picture Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Ratio


The options may differ depending on the model.
Depending upon the input signal, the available screen sizes may be different.
• 16:9
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Displays an aspect ratio of 16:9.


• Original
Changes the aspect ratio to 4:3 or 16:9 depending upon the input video signal.
• 4:3
Displays an aspect ratio of 4:3.
• Vertical Zoom
You can adjust the vertical dimension of the screen and align the screen
vertically by using Adjust Zoom Ratio and Adjust Screen Position.
• All-Direction Zoom
You can adjust the horizontal/vertical/diagonal dimensions of the screen and
align the screen horizontally/vertically by using Adjust Zoom Ratio and Adjust
Screen Position.

Just Scan

(Q. Settings) Picture Aspect Ratio Settings Just Scan


If you turn this feature On, you can view the content in the aspect ratio that is
in the broadcast signal or content source. If the edge of the screen is not clean,
please turn it Off.
• The items that can be selected may vary depending on the current input.
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Energy Saving

(Q. Settings) Picture Energy Saving


Reduces power consumption by adjusting peak screen brightness.
• Minimum/Medium/Maximum
Applies the pre-set Energy Saving mode.

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• If the screen shows a low battery message, the Energy Saving mode will be
changed to Maximum and will be disabled.
-- This feature is available on certain models only.

Picture Test

(Q. Settings) Picture Picture Test


First of all, start the Picture Test to see whether the video signal output is normal,
and then select whether there is an error.
If there are no problems in the test picture, check the connected external device or
broadcast signal.

Focus Test

(Q. Settings) Picture Focus Test


Checks the focus of the projector image.
To focus the image, use the Focus Test function to slowly adjust the focus
ring to the left or right while viewing the mark on the screen. Optimal
focus is reached when the left and right sides of the screen appear
balanced. Make sure the product does not move when adjusting the focus.
• This feature is available on certain models only.
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Sound Settings
Smart Sound Mode

(Q. Settings) Sound Smart Sound Mode


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Automatically optimize sound based on content type.


This setting is only available for Internal Projector Speaker.
In the list, click On to enable this mode.
• If this feature is turned on, you can’t adjust the Sound Mode manually.
• This feature is available on certain models only.

Sound Mode

(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Mode Settings Sound Mode


• Standard
Optimizes the sound for all types of content.
• Cinema
Optimizes the sound for cinemas.
• Clear Voice III
Boosts voice clarity.
• Sports
Optimizes the sound for sports.
• Music
Optimizes the sound for music.
• Game
Optimizes the sound for gameplay.
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Sound Mode Settings

(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Mode Settings


You can only use Virtual Surround Plus/ULTRA Surround, Equalizer, and Reset if
Sound Mode is set to Standard.
The options may differ depending on the model.

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• Sound Mode
You can select the most suitable sound mode for each genre.
• Balance
You can adjust the volume of the left and right speakers.
• Virtual Surround Plus/ULTRA Surround
Enjoy an immersive soundscape with the virtual multi-channel surround sound
effect.
• Equalizer
You can set the desired sound by adjusting the equalizer directly.
(100 Hz/300 Hz/1 kHz/3 kHz/10 kHz)
• Reset
You can reset the sound effect settings.
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Sound Out

The options may differ depending on the model.

Playing audio through the projector's internal speakers


(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Internal Projector Speaker
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Audio is played through the projector’s internal speakers.

Playing audio through an external audio device connected to the digital optical
port or the HDMI(ARC) port
Projector audio is played through an external audio device connected to the digital
optical port or the HDMI(ARC) port. Enable SIMPLINK to play audio through
HDMI(ARC).
-- If you select Off while SIMPLINK is enabled, the audio output setting is
restored to the default setting in order to ensure uninterrupted audio output.
• For PF50KA model only:
(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Audio Out (HDMI ARC)
• For HU80KA model only:
(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Audio Out (Optical/HDMI
ARC)
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Configuring digital sound output settings


• For PF50KA model only:
(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Audio Out (HDMI ARC)
Digital Sound Out
• For HU80KA model only:

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(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Audio Out (Optical/HDMI
ARC) Digital Sound Out
-- These settings are available only when an Audio Out (Optical/HDMI ARC)/
Internal Projector Speaker + Audio Out (Optical) is selected.

You can configure the Digital Sound Out settings.


Sound Input Digital Sound Output
MPEG PCM
Dolby Digital Dolby Digital
(Optical) Dolby Digital1)
Dolby Digital Plus
(HDMI ARC) Dolby Digital Plus
Auto HE-AAC Dolby Digital
DTS DTS / PCM
DTS Express DTS / PCM
DTS-HD MA PCM / DTS
PCM All PCM
1) Only available for models with an optical digital port.
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Connecting and Using an Audio Device Supporting LG Sound Sync (Optical)


(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out LG Sound Sync (Optical)
You can connect an audio device that supports LG Sound Sync (Optical) to the
optical digital audio output port to enjoy your projector’s sound in richer quality
and greater convenience.
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• Only available for models with an optical digital port.


• You can use the projector remote control to adjust the volume of the connected
device.

Connecting and Using an Audio Device Wirelessly


(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out LG Sound Sync / Bluetooth
You can connect wirelessly a Bluetooth audio device or a Bluetooth headset to
enjoy your projector’s sound in richer quality and greater convenience.
• If you have recently connected device that the sound bar supports LG Sound
Sync, this feature automatically tries connecting to that device.
• In some devices, this feature automatically tries connecting to the recently
connected device when the projector is turned on.
• We recommend that you connect an LG audio device that supports LG Sound
Sync, using LG TV mode or LG Sound Sync mode on device.
• Press DEVICE SELECTION to view the connected devices or the devices that
can be connected to connect any one of them.
• You can use the projector remote control to adjust the volume of the connected
device.
• If the device fails to connect, check the power of the device to connect to and
check if the audio device is working properly.
• Depending on the type of the Bluetooth device, the device may not connect
correctly or an abnormal behavior may occur such as unsynchronized video and
audio.
• Sound may stutter or sound quality may be reduced if:
-- the Bluetooth device is too far from the projector;
-- there are obstacles between the Bluetooth device and the projector; or
-- used together with radio equipment such as a microwave oven or wireless
LAN.
• Using Bluetooth speakers that support Dual mode/Double mode/2-Channel
mode together with the Magic Remote may limit the speakers’ usability.
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Using Audio Out (Line Out)/Wired Headphones


(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Audio Out (Line Out)/Wired
Headphones
Select Wired Headphones or Audio Out (Line Out) to optimise audio output
according to the device connected.

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• If you connect the wired headphones while the projector is powered on, it
automatically detects the wired headphones and redirects audio through them.

Playing audio through the projector’s internal speakers and external audio
device simultaneously
Audio can be played through multiple devices simultaneously.
• Using Internal Projector Speaker + Audio Out (Optical)
(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Internal Projector
Speaker + Audio Out (Optical)
-- Audio is played through the projector’s built-in speakers and the audio device
connected to the digital optical audio output port simultaneously.
-- Only available for models with an optical digital port.
• Using Internal Projector Speaker + Wired Headphones
(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out Internal Projector
Speaker + Wired Headphones
-- Audio is played through the projector’s internal speakers and the Wired
Headphones simultaneously.
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Auto Volume

(Q. Settings) Sound Auto Volume


Click On to adjust the volume automatically for different broadcasting companies
so you can always listen to channels at the desired volume, even after switching
the channels.
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This feature is available on certain models only.

AV Sync Adjustment

(Q. Settings) Sound AV Sync Adjustment


Adjusts the synchronization of the sound from the speaker that is working.
The closer to the minus sign (-), the faster the audio output time. The closer to the
plus sign (+), the longer the audio output speed compared to the default.
(However, if Sound Out is set to LG Sound Sync / Bluetooth, the audio output
speed can only be set faster. In this case, the closer to the plus sign (+), the faster
the audio output speed compared to the default.)
If you select the Bypass, Outputs the broadcast signals or the sound from external
devices without any audio delay. The audio may be output before the video
because of the time the projector takes to process the video input.

Sound Test

(Q. Settings) Sound Sound Test


Start the Sound Test to check that the sound signal output is normal, and then
select whether there is an error.
If there are no problems in the test, check the connected external device or
broadcast signal.
• Sound test is possible by Internal projector Speaker only.
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Channels Settings
Auto Tuning

(Q. Settings) Channels Channel Tuning Auto Tuning

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This function automatically searches and remembers channels that are available
for viewing.
• If the antenna or cable is not connected properly, channels are not added.
• Auto Tuning finds and adds only channels being broadcast.
• A password box will appear in Safety mode.

Manual Tuning

(Q. Settings) Channels Channel Tuning Manual Tuning


You can manually tune and save channels.
You can check the signal strength of digital broadcasting.
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Channel Manager

You can edit the selected channels from all the stored channels or add/delete them
to/from the favorite channels.

Edit All Channels List


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(Q. Settings) Channels Channel Manager Edit All Channels


You can lock or unlock the selected channels from all the stored channels, or you
can set them to be skipped when switching channels.

1 2

Description
1 Lock the selected channels or unlock the locked channels.

2 Set the selected channels to be skipped when switching channels,


or disable the skipping option of the channels previously set to be
skipped.

• Available features may vary depending on the broadcast signal.


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Edit Favorite Channels List


(Q. Settings) Channels Channel Manager Edit Favorites
You can add/delete desired channels to/from the favorite channels, change their
positions, etc.

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Description
1 Select the desired channels from the all channels list and press the
button to add them to the favorite channels list.
2 Delete the selected channels from the favorite channels list.

3 Select two channels from the favorite channels list, then press the
button to swap their positions.
4 Change the name of the favorite channels list.

• If you have set up the Internet channels, you can also lock them, set them to be
skipped, or add them to the favorite channels list. (This feature is available in
certain countries only.)
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Channel Advisor

(Q. Settings) Channels Channel Advisor


If you set Channel Advisor to On, you can get channel or program
recommendations from Live TV based on your viewing history.
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Multi Audio

(Q. Settings) Channels Multi Audio


Sets the options related to the audio.
• Available settings may differ by the programme.
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Network
Projector Name

(Q. Settings) Network Projector Name

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You can use the screen keyboard to set the name for the smart projector to be
used on the network.
• Up to 30 characters can be entered using the English alphabet.

Wired Connection (Ethernet)

(Q. Settings) Network Wired Connection (Ethernet)


The projector will be connected automatically to the network if a cable connection
is established.
To change network connection settings, select Edit in Network Settings.

Wi-Fi Connection

(Q. Settings) Network Wi-Fi Connection


If you have set up the projector for a wireless network, you can check and connect
to the available wireless Internet networks.
• Add a Hidden Wireless Network
If you input the name of network directly, you can add a wireless network.
• Connect via WPS PBC
Connects easily when the button of a wireless AP supporting PBC is pressed.
• Connect via WPS PIN
Connects easily when the PIN of the wireless AP that you wish to connect to is
entered in to the AP configuration webpage.
• Advanced Wi-Fi Settings
If you input the information of network directly, you can enter a wireless
network.
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Wi-Fi Direct

(Q. Settings) Network Wi-Fi Direct


Wi-Fi Direct is a function that allows your projector to connect with a Wi-Fi
Direct-enabled device without a Wireless Router. You can open files stored on
the devices that are connected via Wi-Fi Direct in the Photo & Video app and the
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Music app.
1  Enable Wi-Fi Direct on the device to which you want to connect.
2  A list of devices that can be connected to the projector is displayed.
3  Select a device to connect.
4  If the desired device accepts the request, Wi-Fi Direct will be connected.
5  From your desired connected device, select the video, music and photo files
that you want to open on your projector via the LG TV Plus app or the content
sharing feature.
6  You can open files stored on the devices that are connected via Wi-Fi Direct in
the Photo & Video app and the Music app.

LG Connect Apps

(Q. Settings) Network LG Connect Apps


LG Connect Apps Provides apps, like photo sharing or mobile-device remotes, with
the ability to access and control certain features of your projector.
Set the LG Connect Apps option to On. (When you stop using it, please change it
back to Off.)
• If you want to disconnect all devices from your projector, click the REVOKE
PAIRING on your screen.
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General
Language

(Q. Settings) General Language

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You can choose the menu language displayed on the screen and the audio
language of the digital broadcast.
• Menu Language
You can select one of the menu languages to be displayed on the screen.
• Audio Language
You can choose the language you want when watching a digital broadcasting
program, which includes multiple audio languages.
For programs that do not support multiple languages, the default will be used.
-- Applies to digital broadcasting.
• Keyboard Languages
Select the language to use the on-screen keyboard.

Location

(Q. Settings) General Location


You can change the location setting of your smart projector.
• Service Area Zip Code
This function is used to set the broadcast location of the projector by entering
your zip code.
• LG Services Country
If you don’t set the Set Automatically, you can select the country manually.
-- You must set the country manually when you are not connected to the
network.
-- The configurable items differ depending upon the country.
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Time & Date

(Q. Settings) General Time & Date


You can check or change the time while watching the projector.
• Set Automatically
Automatically sets the time displayed on the projector screen to the time of the
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digital broadcast sent by the broadcasting company.


• Time/Date/Time Zone
You can set the time and date manually if the automatically set current time is
incorrect.

Sleep Timer

(Q. Settings) General Timers Sleep Timer


Sets the projector to turn off at a specified time.
If you want to disable Sleep Timer, select Off.

Timer Power On/Timer Power Off

(Q. Settings) General Timers Timer Power On/Timer Power


Off
You can set the power on/off time for the projector.
Select Off if you are not going to set Timer Power On/Timer Power Off.
• To use Timer Power On/Timer Power Off, set the time correctly.

Auto Off

(Q. Settings) General Timers Auto Off


If there is no input signal or button press, the projector automatically turns off
after the preset time has elapsed.
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Set My Starter

(Q. Settings) General Timers Timer Power On Set My


Starter
If you set my starter on your projector or LG TV Plus App in mobile device; you can
receive personalized information, such as the weather and schedules, through your

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projector. Set Set My Starter to On.
• The configurable items differ depending upon country.
• You can view weather information only when you are connected to a network.

Account Management

(Q. Settings) General Account Management


Manage your account information and settings.

Power Saving Mode

(Q. Settings) General Power Saving Mode


Set power options to reduce energy consumption.
• Auto Power Off
Set the projector to turn off automatically when there has been no user input
for a specified amount of time.
• HDD Power Saving Mode
If you set the mode to On, the USB HDD connected to the projector will go into
power-saving mode when it has been left unattended for an extended period of
time.
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Mobile Projector On

(Q. Settings) General Mobile Projector On


If Turn on via Wi-Fi or Turn on via Bluetooth is set to On, you can turn on your
projector using an application that supports Mobile Projector On or see the
screen of the application on your projector.
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• The Turn on via Wi-Fi feature must be used in an app on a smart device that
supports the feature.
• The Turn on via Bluetooth feature can only be used with certain LG Electronics
smartphones.
• The projector should be connected to a network.
• The projector must be plugged in.
• The projector and the device to be used should be connected to the same
network.
• To connect for the first time, make sure the device to be used is ready to
connect.
• This feature is only available in certain countries.
• This feature is available on certain models only.

SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC)

(Q. Settings) General SIMPLINK (HDMI-CEC)


You can conveniently control and use various multimedia devices connected
through HDMI with the projector remote control.

Auto Keystone

(Q. Settings) General Auto Keystone


Auto Keystone provides a rectangular screen image by automatically adjusting the
keystone number when there is a trapezoidal screen image caused by tilting of the
projector.
• On
Automatically adjusts the keystone number.
• Off
Manually adjusts the keystone number.
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Keystone

(Q. Settings) General Keystone


To prevent the screen image from becoming trapezoidal, Keystone adjusts the top
and bottom width of the image if the projector is not set at a right angle to the
screen.

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PJT Mode

(Q. Settings) General PJT Mode


This function turns the projected image upside down or flips horizontal.

Auto Power

(Q. Settings) General Auto Power


Makes the projector turn on automatically when the power cord is connected to
the projector. However, battery-equipped models will immediately turn on once the
power switch is put to .
• For PF50KA model only:
-- On: When the projector’s power switch is switched , the projector turns
on.
-- Off: When the projector’s power switch is switched , the projector goes
into standby mode.
• For HU80KA model only:
-- On: When the power code is connected to the projector, it turns on
automatically.
-- Off: When the power code is connected to the projector, it goes into standby
mode.
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High Altitude

(Q. Settings) General High Altitude


If the projector is used at an altitude higher than 1200 meters (3,937.0 feet), turn
this on.
Otherwise, the projector may overheat or its protection function may be activated.
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If this happens, turn the projector off and then on again after waiting for several
minutes.
• This feature is available on certain models only.

LG Wireless Keyboard

(Q. Settings) General LG Wireless Keyboard


This feature enables you to connect a LG wireless keyboard to your device.
Turn on the device, set it to pairing mode, and then click CONNECT on your
projector screen.
• Supported keyboard
-- LG Rolly Keyboard
• If there is a LG wireless keyboard previously connected, it will be automatically
reconnected to your projector once your projector turns on.
• To disconnect the existing connection, click DISCONNECT.
• This feature is available on certain models only.

Settings Help

(Q. Settings) General Settings Help


If you select the setting menus, you will see the hints of the settings. Turn on/off
description box in settings.
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Screen Saver

(Q. Settings) General Screen Saver


When the currently displayed app has not received any user input for an hour, it
will be replaced by a Screen Saver.

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Reset to Initial Settings

(Q. Settings) General Reset to Initial Settings


Return projector to its initial settings. This will revert all settings to their default
values.
After reset, the projector will automatically turn off and on.
• If Safety is set to On, you should type the password to Reset to Initial
Settings.
• Do not turn off the power during initialization.
• We recommended that you reset the projector to Reset to Initial Settings
before you sell it or transfer it to a third party.

About This Projector

(Q. Settings) General About This Projector


You can check the information about Customer Services, (Software Update,
projector Information, User Agreements, and so on.)

Self Diagnosis

(Q. Settings) General Self Diagnosis


Troubleshoots functional problems that can arise while using the product.
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HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color

(Q. Settings) General HDMI ULTRA HD Deep Color


If the device connected to the HDMI Input Port also supports ULTRA HD Deep
Color, your picture may be clearer.
However, if the device doesn’t support it, it may not work properly. In that case,
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change the Projector’s ULTRA HD Deep Color setting to Off.


• Supported Display Resolution
-- On: Supports 4K@60Hz (4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0)
-- Off: Supports 4K@60Hz (4:2:0)
Color Depth/Chroma Sampling
Resolution Frame rate (Hz)
8 bit 10 bit 12 bit
3840 × 2160p 50 YCbCr 4:2:0 YCbCr 4:2:0 1)

4096 × 2160p 59.94 YCbCr 4:2:21)


60
YCbCr 4:4:41) - -
RGB 4:4:41) - -
1) Supported when HDMI UPTRA HD Deep Color is set to On.
• Settings are changeable only for the HDMI input currently being used.
• You can specify a different setting for each HDMI port.
• This feature is available on certain models only.

Switching Projector Modes

(Q. Settings) General Home/Store Mode


You can choose between Home Mode and Store Mode.
To use the projector at home, select Home Mode.
Store Mode only when the projector will be displayed in store. Select the Store
mode for settings optimized for store display.
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Safety Settings
• Set Safety to On.
• The initial password is set as “0000”.
• The configurable items differ depending upon model.

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TV Lock

(Q. Settings) Safety TV Program Locks TV Lock


Locks the TV shows you do not want your children to watch. In addition, locks the
TV shows of your choice based on ratings by using the parental control function
(V-Chip).
• Children Age: TV-Y (Preschool children aged 2-6 years), TV-Y7 (Advise school
children aged over 6.)
• Fantasy Violence: TV-Y7 (Advise school children; Suitable for children aged over
7 years. May contain fantasy violence.)
• General Age: TV-G (General Audience, All ages admitted.) TV-PG (Parental
Guidance Suggested. Some material may not be suitable for preschool children.)
TV-14 (Parents Strongly Cautioned. Some material may not be suitable for
children under 14.) TV-MA (Adults Only. Not suitable for children under 17.)
• Sexually Suggestive Dialogue: (Recommended Language) TV-PG or TV-14
• Adult Language: (Violent Language) TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA
• Sexual Situations: (Sexually Explicit) TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA
• Violence: TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA
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Movie Lock

(Q. Settings) Safety TV Program Locks Movie Lock


Blocks films that are broadcast and contain inappropriate content, based on the
Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) rating.
• G (General Audiences): All ages admitted.
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• PG (Parental Guidance Suggested): Some material may not be suitable for


children.
• PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned): Some material may be inappropriate for
children under 13.
• R (Restricted): Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
• NC-17: No one 17 and under admitted.
• X: Adults only.

Downloadable Rating

(Q. Settings) Safety TV Program Locks Downloadable


Rating
This function is only enabled when the TV receives the Region5 rated data. The
name of the rating option may differ.
• Supported only in the digital mode.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.

TV Rating English

Select Canadian English Rating System.


• This feature is available in certain countries only.
• None: View all programs
• E: Exempt
• C: Children
• C8+: Children aged 8 or older
• G: Suitable for viewing by all ages
• PG: Parental guidance advised
• 14+: 14 or older
• 18+: Adult program
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TV Rating French

Select Canadian French Rating System.


• This feature is available in certain countries only.
• None: View all programs
• E: Exempt

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• G: General
• 8+: Not suitable for general audience and children
• 13+: Suitable for 13 years and over
• 16+: Suitable for 16 years and over
• 18+: Adults only

Channel Locks

(Q. Settings) Safety Channel Locks Select the Channels to


lock. LOCK
You can lock the channels you do not want your children to watch. There will be
no images or sound when locked channels are selected. To watch locked channels,
enter the password.

Application Locks

(Q. Settings) Safety Application Locks Select the


Applications to lock.
You can lock or unlock the application.
• The lock function is not immediately available for the currently running
application.

Input Locks

(Q. Settings) Safety Input Locks Select the Inputs to lock.


You can lock or unlock the Input Locks.

Reset Password

(Q. Settings) Safety Reset Password


Set or change the password for the projector.
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Accessibility
Pointer Options

(Q. Settings) Accessibility Pointer Options


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You can set the pointer speed and shape you want while it is on the screen.

Menu Transparency

(Q. Settings) Accessibility Menu Transparency


You can set interface screen transparency for some of the features displayed on
your projector screen.
If you set this option to Off, interface screens are displayed non-transparently.

Closed Caption

(Q. Settings) Accessibility Closed Caption


View closed captions when the TV station provides closed captioned programming.
Program closed captions work only on digital/analog broadcasts or external input.
Change Closed Caption to On and select caption setting.
• Analog Mode
CC 1-CC 4 (Closed Captioning)/TEXT 1-TEXT 4
Displays the audio portion of a TV program as text on the projector screen. CC1
is the most common mode in use.
Field 1 data channels: two Captions (CC1, CC2), two Text (T1, T2).
Field 2 data channels: two Captions (CC3, CC4), two Text (T3, T4).
• Digital Mode
Service 1 ~ Service 6
-- This is only available for the digital broadcasting system.
• Digital Mode Options
Set up the size and color of the closed captions on Digital Mode Options.
Please select Set By Program or Custom.
Select Custom to adjust minute options such as the closed captions’ size and
color.
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Audio Guidance
(Q. Settings) Accessibility Audio Guidance
If Audio Guidance is set to On, audio guides will be provided in various situations,
such as when you change channels, adjust the volume or change settings and input
signals.

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• Speed
Adjust the speed of spoken guide.
• Volume
Adjust the volume of spoken guide.
• Pitch
Adjust the tone of spoken guide.
• This feature is available on certain languages only.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.
• The configurable items differ depending upon country.
• For visually impaired users.

Projector Power Sound


(Q. Settings) Accessibility Projector Power Sound
This feature lets you turn on/off the sound effects that you hear when your
projector is switched on or off.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.
• Settings the Audio Guidance to On automatically switches the Projector
Power Sound to On as well.

High Contrast
(Q. Settings) Accessibility High Contrast
When this feature is set to On, it adjusts the background of some of the menus
on the screen and font colors to highlight the contrast between the light and dark
areas.
• The effect will disappear temporarily when you configure the Picture Mode or
Aspect Ratio settings.
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To Update Software
Uses software update to check and obtain the latest version.
(Q. Settings) General About This Projector
Menu Description
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CHECK FOR When checking for the latest update version, you can
UPDATES perform updates only if an update file of a later version is
available.
The projector automatically checks your software version
but, if necessary, you can perform a manual check.
If Allow Automatic Updates is selected, when an update
is available, the update automatically starts without
Allow Automatic prompting a question.
Updates If Allow Automatic Updates is not selected, when an
update is available, the update will start after prompting
a question.

• The configurable items differ depending upon country.


• The latest version can be obtained via digital broadcast signals or internet
connections.
• Changing the channel while downloading the software via digital broadcast
signal interrupts the download process. Returning to the initial channel allows
downloading to resume.
• If software is not updated, certain functions may not work properly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If you experience any of the problems below while using the product, please check
the following. There may be no problem with the product.
Information on customer service for product problems is available in (Q.

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Settings) General About This Projector on the projector.

Abnormal Operation
I cannot see some channels.
• Adjust the position or direction of the antenna.
• Save the desired channels in (Q. Settings) Channels Channel
Tuning or Channel Manager.

The screen does not appear for some time after power-on.
• This is because there is a noise-removal process to eliminate any possible noise
that may appear during power-on. This does not mean the product is defective.

The pointer of Magic Remote does not appear on the screen.


• Your Magic Remote may have run out of batteries.
Replace the batteries and register your Magic Remote again following the
instructions shown in MAGIC REMOTE CONTROL of Owner’s Manual.
• This only applies to models that support the Magic Remote.

I cannot turn on the Projector.


• Please make sure your projector power plug is correctly connected to the outlet.
• If you are using a multi-outlet, check if it is working properly.
• Try to power on using the button on your projector set.
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It says there is no signal on the screen.


• Make sure that the coaxial cable or HDMI cable is correctly connected to your
projector.
• Go to to choose the connected input.
• Check if your external device, such as set-top box or Blu-ray player, is turned on.
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It does not work when I connect a USB device.


• Check that the USB and USB cable versions are 2.0 or higher.

Screen Problems
First of all, perform a (Q. Settings) Picture Picture Test to check
for any abnormalities in the projector.
If you are using a set-top box, turn it off, and then turn it back on.
Make sure that the set-top box is correctly connected to your projector.

The screen overlaps or there are stripe patterns on all channels or on a specific
channel.
• Turn the antenna toward the broadcasting station or connect the antenna
correctly in accordance with the How to Connect an Antenna section.

The screen shakes after the momentary appearance of vertical/horizontal lines


and net pattern.
• Stop using items such as wireless telephones, hairdryers, electrical drills etc.
The problem is caused by high-frequency electronic devices such as another
projector or strong electromagnetic sources.

A digitally broadcast program stops or its screen is broken.


• This happens when a signal is weak or reception is unstable. Adjust the antenna
direction or check the cable connection.
• If the signal strength is too low in (Q. Settings) Channels
Channel Tuning Manual Tuning, contact the broadcasting station or
management office to have the signals checked.
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I cannot see digital broadcasts even though I am using a cable television.


• Check your subscription information with your cable television service provider
or ask for the signal to be checked. (Some products do not provide digital
broadcasts.)

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There is a difference in picture quality for each channel.
• XX-0 channels are analog channels. It is recommended for watching digital
channels such as XX-1.
• Run Picture Test first. If it is normal, there may be a problem with the broadcast
signal.

I see vertical lines in all four directions on the screen, or colors are blurred
when I try to connect to HDMI.
• (Q. Settings) Picture Aspect Ratio Settings Just Scan
Set Just Scan to Off.
Just Scan shows you the original image as it is. You may see noise in all four
directions on the screen if the signal contains noise.

The screen is blank or the image is blurred when an HDMI cable is used.
• Check that the HDMI® cable meets the required standards. If it is not a certified
HDMI® cable, the screen may flicker or may not display anything.
• Check that the cable is properly connected. Improper connection may cause
screen flicker.
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Sound Problems
First of all, perform a (Q. Settings) Sound Sound Test to check
for any abnormalities in the projector.
If you are using a set-top box, turn it off, and then turn it back on.
Make sure that the set-top box is correctly connected to your projector.
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The screen is fine, but it does not play any sound.


• Try another channel.
• (Q. Settings) Sound Sound Out
Check whether the Sound Out is set to Internal Projector Speaker.
If you use a set-top box, there will be no sound if you have set the volume of
the set-top box or your projector to 0 or enabled Mute. Set the volume to an
appropriate level.

The stereo sound is not clear on an analog channel, or there is no sound from
one of the speakers.
• Applies only in countries where sound multiplex broadcasting is available.
Wheel (OK) or OK
Select MONO in Multi Audio if you are out of range or sound multiplex
broadcasting is not stable.
• (Q. Settings) Sound Sound Mode Settings Balance
Adjust the balance as necessary with the Navigation button in Balance.

The TV sound is not synchronized with the picture, or the sound sometimes
breaks up.
• If this happens on only some of the channels, it may be caused by the
broadcasting company’s transmission signal. Please have your broadcasting
services provider (wired/cable) diagnose the problem.
• If all channels are out of sync, go to (Q. Settings) Sound AV
Sync Adjustment and adjust the sync.
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The volume changes when I change the channel.


• The volume of different broadcasting stations transmission output may vary.
• (Q. Settings) Sound Auto Volume
Set Auto Volume to On.

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The sound does not work or only the background music is played in some
programs. (Programs produced for export by broadcasting companies)
• Wheel (OK) or OK
• Set your language preference in Audio Language.

The sound does not play when I connect to the HDMI/USB port.
• Check that you are using a high-speed HDMI® cable.
• Check that the USB and USB cable versions are 2.0 or higher.
• Use a normal music file (*.mp3, *.wav, *.ogg, *.wma).
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PC Connection Problems
The screen remains blank after it is connected to a PC.
• Check that the PC is properly connected to the projector.
• Turn the projector off and back on using the remote control.
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• Restart the PC with the projector on.


• Check that the current screen resolution supports the PC input.
• To use dual monitors, check that the PC or notebook supports dual-monitor
mode.
• Reconnect the high speed HDMI cable.
• If you have connected the RGB output port of your PC o the HDMI input
port or your projector. You need an RGB to HDMI gender.
You will not see anything on the screen if you use an HDMI to RGB gender.

The sound does not play when the PC is connected with an HDMI cable.
• Contact your video card manufacturer to check the HDMI audio output. (Video
cards designed for use with DVI format files need to be connected separately
with an audio cable.)

The screen is cut off or moved to one side after it is connected to a PC.
• Set to a resolution that supports the PC input. (Reboot your PC after changing
the resolution.)
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Photo & Video Movie Playback Problems


For more information about supported files, see “PLAY OTHER DEVICE FILES”.

I cannot find a file in the Photo & Video.


• Check that the files on the USB storage device can be read by a PC.

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• Check that the file extension is supported.

I get a message saying “This file is not supported” or the sound is playing
normally but the video is not.
• Check that the file plays without any problems on a PC’s video player. Also check
for file damage.
• Check that the file extension is supported.
• Check that the resolution is supported.
• Check that the video codec is supported.
• Check that the frame rate is supported.

I get a message saying “This audio is not supported” or the video is playing
normally but the audio is not.
• Check that the file plays without any problems on a PC’s video player. Also check
for file damage.
• Check that the file extension is supported.
• Check that the audio codec is supported.
• Check that the bit rate is supported.
• Check that the sample rate is supported.
• Check that the audio channel separation is supported.
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I cannot see the subtitles.


• Check that the file plays without any problems on a PC’s video player. Also check
for file damage.
• Check that the video and subtitle files have the same name.
• Also check that both the video file and the subtitle file are in the same folder.
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• Check that the subtitle file format is supported.


• Check that the language is supported. (You can check the language of the
subtitle file by opening the file in the Notepad.)
• If subtitles encoding is incorrectly set, subtitles may not be displayed properly.
Select in the control panel at the bottom of the video playback
screen and change the CODE PAGE value.
• If you play a video file stored on another device by using the content sharing
feature, subtitles may not be available depending on the program you use.
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Network Connection Problems


You can check the network connection status as shown below.
• (Q. Settings) Network Wired Connection (Ethernet)
• (Q. Settings) Network Wi-Fi Connection Advanced Wi-Fi
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When X appears next to projector
• Check the projector or the AP (Router).
• Check the connection status of the projector, AP (Router) and Cable Modem.
• Power off and power on in the following order;
1. The Cable Modem, wait for the Cable Modem to reset.
2. The AP (Router), wait for the AP (Router) to reset.
3. The projector.
• If you are using a wireless connection, change the SSID (Network name) and
wireless channel of AP (Router).
• If you are using a static IP, enter the IP directly.
• Contact internet service provider or AP (Router) companies.

When X appears next to Gateway


• Check the AP (Router) or consult your Internet service provider.
• Unplug the power cord of the AP (Router), Cable Modem, wait 10 seconds.
Reapply power.
• Initialize (Reset) on the AP (Router) or Cable Modem.
• Contact internet service provider or AP (Router) companies.
• Check the AP (Router) manufacturer’s website to make sure your router has the
latest firmware version installed.
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When X appears next to DNS


• Check the AP (Router) or consult your Internet service provider.
• Unplug the power cord of the Cable Modem or the AP (Router), wait 10
seconds. Reapply power.
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• After the Cable Modem or AP (Router) has Initialized (Reset), try to reconnect.
• Check that the MAC address of the projector/AP (Router) is registered with
your Internet service provider. (The MAC address displayed on the pane of
the network status window should be registered with your Internet service
provider.)
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LG Account Problems
In some countries, access to the website (www.lgappstv.com) may be restricted.

I have already signed up on the projector. Do I still have to sign up again at the
website (www.lgappstv.com)?

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• If you have already signed up on your projector, you do not have to sign up
again on the website. You can sign into the website by using the same ID
and password and entering the additional information to complete the email
verification process.

Is it possible for the family members to use different IDs on the same
projector?
• You can register multiple IDs per projector.

I forgot my ID/Password. What should I do?


• You can initialize the password through E-mail when you select FORGOT
PASSWORD? on the sign in screen.
• If you signed up on a PC, you can find your ID/Password on the website (www.
lgappstv.com).
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Contents Problems
I cannot see any content in HOME.
• This feature is available in certain countries only.
You may not be able to see the content if the service country setting has been
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changed. Change to the service country you are going to use the service from in
(Q. Settings) General Location LG Services Country.
• You may not be able to view content that has been deleted. Please reinstall the
appropriate app.
• The type of supported content differs by country.
• The content offerings are subject to change or interruption by the service
provider.

Internet Browser Problems


Some parts of a particular website are not visible when I am using the Internet.
• The Web Browser supports only HTML5 media and not Flash Plug-in.
• The Web Browser does not support plug-in installation.
• On the Web Browser, it may not be possible to play media files in formats other
than JPEG/PNG/GIF
• You cannot save attachments or images.

The Internet browser automatically shuts down when I visit a website.


• The Internet browser may be forced to shut down if the available memory size is
not sufficient to accommodate the image information for a website.

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