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LG AH215 Owner's Manual

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Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set.
Retain it for future reference.
Record model number and serial number of the set.
See the label attached on the bottom of the set and
quote this information to your dealer when you
require service.
Model number
:
Serial number
:
AH215
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. See the label attached on the bottom of the set and quote this information to your dealer when you require service. AH215 Model number Serial number OWNER’S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 DLP PROJECTOR DLP PROJECTOR Warning This is a class B product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Safety Instructions Special Menu Options ........4 Selecting Language ........25 Names of parts Using Aspect Ratio Function......25 Main Body ............7 Overscan Function ..........25 Connecting Part ..........7 Flip horizontal Function........26 Control Panel ..........8 Flip vertical Function ........26 Remote Control ..........9 Sleep time Function ........26 Installing Batteries...........9 Auto sleep Function ........27...

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Please take note of the safety instructions to prevent any potential accident or misuse of the projector. ➟ Safety Instructions are given in two forms as detailed below. WARNING : The violation of this instruction may cause serious injuries and even death. NOTES : The violation of this instruction may cause light injuries or damage to the projector.
  • Page 5 Safety Instructions Power WARNING Do not use too many plugs on the Mains multi-outlet. It may result in overheating of the outlet and causes a fire hazard ! Power NOTES Never touch the power plug with Hold the plug firmly when unplug- Prevent dust collecting on the a wet hand ging.
  • Page 6 Safety Instructions Using WARNING Never touch the wall outlet when Do not drop the projector or allow Don’t look at laser beam directly as it can cause eye damage! there is leakage of gas, open the impact shock. windows and ventilate. This may cause mechanical failure or personal injury ! It can cause a fire or a burn by a...

  • Page 7: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Names of parts Main Body * The projector is manufactured using high-precision technology. You may, however, see on the Projector screen tiny black points and/or bright points (red, blue, or green). This can be a normal result of the manufacturing process and does not always indicate a malfunction.

  • Page 8: Control Panel

    Names of parts Control Panel , KEYSTONE+/- Button Press buttons to enter into the KEYSTONE function and adjust it. MENU Button INPUT Button Selects or closes menus. Switches to RGB, HDMI, Video, S-Video, Component mode. / Blank button Adjusts functions of menus./ / I-Sensor Button The screen turns off to a back- Adjusts functions of menus./...

  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Names of parts Remote Control POWER Button RATIO Button AUTO Button INPUT Button EXIT Button MENU Button Button Brightness Button Contrast Button LIGHT Button I-Sensor Button BLANK Button KEYSTONE Button MODE Button STILL Button LAMP Button C.TEMP Button PICTURE Button W.PEAK Button Installing Batteries CAUTION...

  • Page 10: Projector Status Indicators

    Names of parts Projector Status Indicators * Lamp indicator, operation indicator and temperature indicator at the top of the projector show the user the operating status of the projector. Lamp Indicator Operation Indicator Temperature Indicator Standby. Green(flashing) Lamp is starting up. Green Unit is in operation (Lamp is turned on) The lamp is cooling (10 seconds).

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Names of parts Accessories 1.5V 2 Batteries Owner’s manual CD Owner’s manual Remote Control Power Cord Computer Cable Video Cable Lens cap and Strap Optional Extras * Contact your dealer to purchase these items. * Contact your service personnel for replacing of lamp. * The lamp is consumable and needs to be replaced with a new one when it is burned out.

  • Page 12: Installing And Composition

    Installing and Composition Installing and Composition Installation Instructions * Don’t place the projector in the following conditions. It may cause malfunction or product damage. Provide proper ventilation for this projector. The projector is equipped with ventilation holes(intake) Do not place the projector on a carpet, rug or other on the bottom and ventilation holes(exhaust) on the front.

  • Page 13: Basic Operation Of The Projector

    Installing and Composition Basic Operation of the Projector 1.Place the projector on a sturdy and horizontal surface with the PC or AV source. 2.Place the projector with the desired distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image.

  • Page 14: Using Kensington Security System

    Installing and Composition Using Kensington Security System G The projector has a ‘Kensington’ Security System Connector on the side panel. Connect the ‘Kensington’ Security System cable as below. G For the detailed installation and use of the Kensington Security System, refer to the user’s guide attached to the Kensington Security System set.

  • Page 15: Turning On The Projector

    Installing and Composition Turning on the Projector 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Remove the lens cap. If it is left on, it could become deformed due to the heat produced by the projection lamp. 3. Press the POWER button on the remote control or top cover. (Green operation indicator flashes if lamp is in start-up cycle.) G An image will appear after the operation indicator light turns (Green).

  • Page 16: Focus And Position Of The Screen Image

    Installing and Composition Focus and Position of the Screen Image When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits well to the screen. Zoom ring Focus ring To adjust the focus of the image, rotate the focus ring which is the outer ring on the lens. To adjust the size of the image, rotate the zoom ring which is the inner ring on the lens.

  • Page 17: Connection

    Connection Connection Connecting to a Desktop PC * You can connect the projector to a computer of VGA, SVGA, XGA and SXGA output. * Refer to page 32 for the supported monitor displays of the projector. < How to connect > Connect the RCB IN of the projector and the computer output port with computer cable.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Dvd

    Connection Connecting to a DVD * The output jacks (Y, P ) of the DVD might be labelled as Y, Pb, Pr / Y, B-Y, R-Y / Y, Cb, Cr according to the equipment. < How to connect > Component cable a.Connect the DVD component cable to the P and Y of the COMPONENT IN of the projector.

  • Page 19: Function

    Function Function * In this manual, the OSD(On Screen Display) may be different from your Projector’s because it is just an example to help with the Projector operation. * This operating guide explains operation of RGB(PC) mode mainly. Video Menu Options <...

  • Page 20: Color Temperature Control

    Function Color Temperature Control - To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the option. Medium 1. Press the C.TEMP button of remote control. 2. Press the button to adjust the screen condition as you want. Each press of the button changes the screen as shown below.

  • Page 21: Gamma Curve Shift Function

    Function Gamma curve shift Function - This function shifts the gamma curves for Red, Green and Blue individually to adjust brightness. Color temp. Natural 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Smart picture Presentation Gamma curve shift Press OK Key Brilliant color...

  • Page 22: White Peaking Function

    Function White peaking Function 1. Press the W.PEAK button of remote control. White peaking Exit Adjust 2. Press the button to adjust the screen condition as you want. The default value may change depending on input mode. White peaking can be adjusted from 0 to 10. Adjust to higher setting to achieve brighter picture.

  • Page 23: Expert Color Function

    Function Expert Color Function - This function allows a user to adjust the Gain, Saturation and Hue for Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow individually. Color temp. Natural 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu.

  • Page 24: I-Sensor Function

    Function I-Sensor Function 1. Press the I-Sensor button of remote control. 2. Press the button to adjust the screen condition as you want. Each press of the button changes the screen as shown below. When the I-Sensor function is set to On, Brilliant Color and White peaking functions cannot be used.

  • Page 25: Special Menu Options

    Function Special Menu Options Selecting Language 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Language English Aspect Ratio 16 : 9 2. Press the button to select item. Language Overscan Flip horizontal 3. Press the button to select the language you want to use.

  • Page 26: Flip Horizontal Function

    Function Flip horizontal Function * This function reverses the projected image horizontally. Use this function when rear projecting an image. English Language 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. 16 : 9 Aspect Ratio Overscan 2.

  • Page 27: Auto Sleep Function

    Function Auto sleep Function * This function turns the projector off automatically after the preset time is passed when there is no signal. English Language 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. 16 : 9 Aspect Ratio Overscan 2.

  • Page 28: Using Still Function

    Function Using Still Function 1. Press the STILL button. * You can freeze the input image. <Still Image> <Moving Image> 2. To exit STILL, press any button . * The STILL function will release automatically after approximately 10 minutes. Selecting Blank image color 1.

  • Page 29: Checking Lamp Time

    Function Checking lamp time 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Keystone 2. The used lamp time is displayed. Blank Image Logo When projector lamp is reaching the end of its life, the lamp indicator will turn Lamp mode High Bright red.

  • Page 30: Screen Menu Options

    Function Screen Menu Options Auto configure Function * This function assures you of getting the best video quality by automatically adjusting the horizontal size and synchronization of the image. * Auto Tracking function works in RGB PC input only. 1. Press the AUTO button of the remote controller. Image positioning and synchronization are automatically adjusted.

  • Page 31: Using Horizontal Function

    Function Using Horizontal Function 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Auto Configure Phase 2. Press the button to select Horizontal item. Clock Horizontal 3. Press the button to make desired adjustments. Vertical MENU Store Move Adjust...

  • Page 32: Information

    Information Supported Monitor Display * The following table lists the display formats supported by the projector. Sources Format Vertical Freq.(Hz) Horizontal Freq.(kHz) * If the projector does not support the input signal, “Out of Range” message appears on the screen. * The projector supports DDC1/2B type as Plug &...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Information Maintenance * The projector needs little maintenance. You should keep the lens clean because any dirt or stains may appear on the screen. If any parts need to be replaced, contact your dealer. When cleaning any part of the projector, always turn the power off and unplug the projector first.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Lamp

    - Never touch the lamp unit glass otherwise image quality may be compromised or lamp life maybe reduced. To obtain a replacement Lamp unit Lamp model number is on page 37. Check the lamp model and then purchase it from an LG Electronics Service Center. Using another manufacturers lamp may cause damage to the projector.
  • Page 35 Using another manufacturers lamp may cause damage to the projector or lamp. Make sure the lamp cover is securely fastened. If the lamp cover is not installed correctly the unit will not power on. If this fault persists contact an LG Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 36: How To Fix The Lens Cap To The Projector

    Information Regarding the projector lamp control WARNING Don’t turn off the projector at least in 5 minutes after activating it. - The frequent On/Off changes may cause the lamp function to deteriorate. Don’t pull out the power cord while activating the projector and the cooling fan. - It may cause the lamp life-span to shorten and get damaged.

  • Page 37: Specifications

    Information Specifications AH215 (AH215-JD) MODEL 1280(Horizontal) x 720(Vertical)pixel Resolution 16:9(horizontal:vertical) Horizontal / Vertical Ratio 0.62 inches DLP panel size Wide : 1.6 ~ 10.3m(40 ~ 250 inches) Screen size (Projection distance) Tele : 1.8 ~ 11.9m(40 ~ 250 inches) 134%...

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