LG BX27C-SL Owner's Manual

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Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.
P/NO : MFL63727101 (1005-REV00)
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  • Page 1 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. P/NO : MFL63727101 (1005-REV00) www.lg.com...
  • Page 2: Property Statement

    Property Statement NOTE: • Slight difference on OSD menu & photographs between manual & product display could be found. • Prior notice will not be given for any amendments on this manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Property Statement ....2 Manual PC Adjustment Image Mode Selection Table of Contents ..... .3 Image Adjustment To the Owner.
  • Page 4: To The Owner

    To the Owner Before installing and operating this rojector, read this Safety Precaution manual thoroughly. • This projector provides many convenient features and WARNING: THIS PROJECTOR MUST BE EARTHED. functions. Operating the projector properly enables • TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR you to manage those features and maintains it in good ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS condition for many years to come.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read Never push objects of any kind into this projector before the product is operated. through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a Read all of the instructions given here and retain them fire or electric shock.
  • Page 6: Air Circulation

    Safety Instructions Installing the Projector in Proper Position Air Circulation Openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To Install the projector properly. Improper Installation may ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it reduce the lamp life and cause a fire hazard. from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.
  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Front CAUTION Hot air is exhausted from the exhaust vent. Do not put heat-sensitive objects near this side. Exhaust Vents Air Intake Vent ② Zoom Ring (Back) ③ Projection Lens ④ Lens Cap ⑤ CAUTION Do not turn on a projector with lens cap attached. High temperature from light beam may damage lens cap and result in fire hazard.
  • Page 8: Rear Terminal

    Part Names and Functions Rear Terminal LAN Connection Terminal VIDEO IN/COMPONENT Connect the component output signal to these Connect the LAN cable. jacks (page 14). Computer 1 Input AUDIO IN 3 Connect RGB output signal from a computer (page 13). Connect these jacks with audio output of ⑤...
  • Page 9: Top Control

    Part Names and Functions Top Control ⑤ ① ② ⑥ ⑦ ③ ⑧ ⑨ ④ LAMP REPLACE indicator ON/STANDBY button ① ⑥ Lights yellow when the projection lamp reaches its Turn the projector on or off (page 17, 18). end of life (page 50). AUTO SETUP button ⑦...
  • Page 10: Remote Control

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control ① ⑦ Point ▲▼◄► ▲▼◄► button - Select an item or adjust the value in the On-Screen Menu. ② - Pan the image in the Digital zoom +/- mode. ⑧ FREEZE button ③ ⑮ Freeze the picture on the screen.
  • Page 11: Remote Control Battery Installation

    Part Names and Functions Remote Control Battery Installation Open the battery Install new batteries Replace the compartment lid. into the compartment. compartment lid. Two AAA size batteries For correct polarity (+ and –), be sure battery terminals are in contact with pins in compartment.
  • Page 12: Installation

    • The brightness in the room has a great influence on picture quality. It is recommended to limit ambient lighting in order to obtain the best image. • All measurements are approximate and may vary from the actual sizes. BX27C-SL / BX30C-SL 10.752 m 8.952 m 5.96 m...
  • Page 13: Connecting To A Computer

    Installation Connecting to a Computer necting to a Computer Cables used for connection • VGA Cables (Mini D-sub 15 pin) * • Audio Cables (*VGA Cable is supplied; other cables are not supplied with the projector.) Audio Output Monitor Output Monitor Output Monitor Input External Audio Equipment...
  • Page 14: Connecting To Video Equipment

    Installation Connecting to Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Video and Audio Cable (RCA x 3) • S-VIDEO Cable • Audio Cable (Cables are not supplied with the projector. ) External Audio Equipment Video & Audio Output S-VIDEO Output -VIDEO Output IDEO Output Video...
  • Page 15: Connecting To Component Video Equipment

    Installation Connecting to Component Video Equipment Cables used for connection • Audio Cables • Component Cable • Component Cable (Cables are not supplied with this projector.) Component Video Output RGB Output (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) Audio Output Scart-VGA Component Audio External Audio Equipment cable cable cable...
  • Page 16: Connecting The Ac Power Cord

    Installation Connecting the AC Power Cord This projector uses nominal input voltages of 100~240V AC and it automatically selects the correct input voltage. It is designed to work with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system.
  • Page 17: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Turning On the Projector rning On the Projector Complete peripheral connections (with a computer, VCR, etc.) before turning on the projector. Connect the projector's AC power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER indicator lights red. Open the lens cap.
  • Page 18: Turning Off The Projector

    Basic Operation Turning Off the Projector Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the top control or on the remote control, and Power off? appears on the screen. Power off ? Press the ON/STAND-BY button again to turn off the projector. The POWER indicator starts to blink red, and the cooling fans keep running.
  • Page 19: How To Operate The On-Screen Menu

    Basic Operation How to Operate the On-Screen Menu The projector can be adjusted or set via the On-Screen Remote Control Menu. The menus have been sorted as Menu, Menu has a hierarchical structure, with a main menu that is MENU button divided into submenus, which are further divided into other Point buttons submenus.
  • Page 20: Menu Bar

    Basic Operation Menu Bar Main Menu Sub-Menu ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ Stands for “menu” key of top control and remote control. Stands for “select” key of top control and remote control. PC adjust ① Select Fine sync ., Total dots, Horizontal, Vertical and Auto PC adj. to adjust the parameters to match with the PC input signal format.
  • Page 21: Zoom And Focus Adjustment

    Basic Operation Zoom and Focus Adjustment Rotate the Zoom Ring to zoom in and out. Focus Ring (Front) Zoom Ring (Back) Rotate the Focus Ring to adjust the focus of the image. Auto Setup Function Auto setup function is provided to automatically execute the setting of Auto setup (includes Input search, Auto PC adj.
  • Page 22: Sound Adjustment

    Basic Operation Sound Adjustment Top Control Direct Operation VOLUME +/- buttons Volume Press the VOLUME+/– buttons on the top control or on the remote control to adjust the volume. Remote Control Mute Press the MUTE button on the remote control to select On MUTE button to temporarily turn off the sound.
  • Page 23: Remote Control Operation

    Basic Operation Remote Control Operation Using the remote control for some frequently used operations is advisable. Just pressing one of the buttons enables you to make the desired operation quickly without calling up the On-Screen Menu. COMPUTER 1/2, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT Remote Control buttons Press the COMPUTER 1/2, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and...
  • Page 24 Basic Operation BLANK button Blank Press the BLANK button on the remote control to black out the image. To restore to normal, press the BLANK button again or press any other button. The screen changes each time you press the BLANK button as follows. BLANK disappears after 4 seconds if no black out →...
  • Page 25: Computer Input Mputer Input

    Computer Input mputer Input Input Source Selection (Computer 1/Computer 2) Direct Operation Choose Computer 1 or Computer 2 by pressing the COMPUTER button of the Remote Control or on the Top Control. Remote Control Top Control COMPUTER button INPUT button Computer 1 Computer 1 Computer 2...
  • Page 26: Computer System Selection

    Computer Input mputer Input Computer System Selection mputer System Selection This projector automatically tunes to various types of computers with its Multi-scan system and Auto PC Adjustment. If a computer is selected as a signal source, this projector automatically detects the signal format and tunes to project a proper image without any additional settings.
  • Page 27: Auto Pc Adjustment

    Computer Input mputer Input Auto PC Adjustment Auto PC Adjustment function is provided to automatically adjust Fine sync., Total dots, Horizontal, Vertical to conform to your computer. Menu Operation PC Adjust Menu Auto PC Adjustment Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the On-Screen Menu.
  • Page 28: Manual Pc Adjustment

    Computer Input mputer Input Manual PC Adjustment Some computers employ special signal formats which may not be tuned by Multi-scan system of this projector. Manual PC Adjustment enables you to precisely adjust several parameters to match those signal formats. The projector has five independent memory areas to store those parameters manually adjusted.
  • Page 29: Image Mode Selection

    Computer Input mputer Input Image Mode Selection Direct Operation Remote Control Select the desired image mode by pressing the IMAGE MODE button on the remote control. IMAGE MODE button Menu Operation Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Image Select and then Press Point ►...
  • Page 30: Image Adjustment

    Computer Input mputer Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image Adjust Menu buttons to select Image Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select ▲▼ buttons to select Adjust and then Press Point ► or the SELECT button. ►...
  • Page 31: Screen Size Adjustment

    Computer Input mputer Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Screen Menu Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu. Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to select Screen and then Press Point ►...
  • Page 32: Video Input

    Video Input Input Source Selection (VIDEO, S-video, Component) -video, Component) , Component) Component) ) Direct Operation Choose Video, S-video or Component by pressing the INPUT button on the top control, or the VIDEO button, the S-video button or the Component button on the remote control. Remote Control INPUT button Top Control...
  • Page 33: Video System Selection

    Video Input Video System Selection VIDEO System Menu (Video or S-video) Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Menu.Press Poi ▲▼ buttons to select Input and then press Point SELECT button. . ► button or the Press Point ▲▼ buttons to select COMPONENT, VIDEO or S-VIDEO -VIDEO and then press SELECT button.
  • Page 34: Image Mode Selection

    Video Input Image Mode Selection Direct Operation Remote Control Select the desired image mode by pressing Image Mode button on the Remote Control. Menu Operation Press the MENU button on the Remote Control to display on screen menu. Press ▲▼ buttons to select Image Select and then press Point ►button or Image Mode theSELECT button.
  • Page 35: Image Adjustment

    Video Input Image Adjustment Press the MENU button to display the On-Screen Image Adjust Menu Menu. Press Point button to select Image ▲▼ Adjustment and then press Point button or SELECT ► button. Pres Point ▲▼ buttons to select the desired item and then press the SELECT button to display the adjustment dialog box.
  • Page 36: Screen Size Adjustment

    Video Input Screen Size Adjustment This projector has the picture screen resize function, which enables you to customize the image size. Press Menu button on the Remote Control to display on screen menu.Press ▲▼ buttons select Screen and then press Point ►button or SELECT button. Screen Menu Press ▲▼...
  • Page 37: Setting

    Setting Setting This projector has a Setting menu that allows you to set up Setting Menu the other various functions described below. Press Menu button on the Remote Control to display on screen menu.Press ▲▼ buttons select the Setting and then press Point ► button or SELECT button to access the submenu items.
  • Page 38 Setting Auto setup Blue back This function enables Input search, Auto Keystone correction Select the background screen for when no input signal is detected. Press the Point ▲▼ buttons and Auto PC adjustment by pressing the AUTO SETUP button to switch between each option. on the top control or the AUTO SET button on the remote On....
  • Page 39 Setting Display This function decides to display logo or not. On......Show logo . Off......Show the input image instead of the logo. Logo (Logo and Logo PIN code lock settings) This function allows you to customize the screen logo with Logo select, Capture, Logo PIN code lock and Logo PIN code change functions.
  • Page 40 Setting Logo PIN code lock Use the Point ▲▼ buttons to enter a number. Press the Point ► button to fix the number and move the red frame pointer to the next box. The number changes to “*”. If you fixed an incorrect number, use the Point ◄ button to move the pointer to the number you want to correct, and then enter the correct number.
  • Page 41 Setting Ceiling This function is used to project the image from a ceiling- mounted projector. Off ...Disable this function. Auto ..The picuture will be reversed automatically according to the mounted postion. On....The picture will be reversed. Rear This function is used to project the image from rear of the screen.
  • Page 42: Lamp Control

    Setting Standby mode There are two standby modes in the projector. Eco ..Low power standby mode, in this mode, network, serial control and monitor output functions are disabled. Normal ..in this model, network, serial control and monitor output functions can be used. Closed Caption Closed Caption is a text version of the program sound or other information displayed on the screen.If the input signal contains closed captions, you can turn on the feature and switch the channels.
  • Page 43 Setting PIN code lock This function prevents the projector from being operated by unauthorized persons and provides the following setting options for security. Off .... Unlocked. On ... Enter the PIN code every time turning on the projector. Whenever you change the PIN code lock setting or the PIN code (the three-digit number), you are required to enter the PIN code.
  • Page 44 Setting Cooling fast There are the following options in the cooling fans operation when the projector is turned off. ON ... Faster and louder-sound than the normal operation, but it takes less time than off option. OFF... Normal operation with about 60 seconds cooling times. High land This projector provides Fan control function in the "Setting"...
  • Page 45 Setting Factory default This function returns all setting values except for the User logo, PIN code lock, Logo PIN code lock, Lamp counter and Filter counter to the factory default settings.
  • Page 46: Information

    Information Input Source Information Display The Information Menu is used for checking the status of the image signal being projected and the operation of the projector. Direct Operation Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control to display Remote Control information.
  • Page 47: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning WARNING indicator The Warning indicator shows the state of the function which protects the projector. Check the state of the Warning indicator and the POWER indicator to take proper maintenance. The projector is shut down and the warning Top Control indicator is blinking red.
  • Page 48: Cleaning The Filters

    Maintenance and Cleaning Cleaning the Filters Filter prevents dust from accumulating on the optical elements inside the projector. Should the filters become clogged with dust particles, it will reduce cooling fans’ effectiveness and may result in internal heat buildup and adversely affect the life of the projector. If a “Filter warning” icon appears on the screen, clean the filters immediately.
  • Page 49: Attaching The Lens Cap

    Maintenance and Cleaning Attaching the Lens Cap When moving this projector or while not using it over an extended period of time, attach the lens cap. Attach the lens cap according to the following procedures. Thread the string through the hole on the lens cap and then tie a knot in the string to secure it in place.
  • Page 50: Lamp Replacement

    Maintenance and Cleaning Lamp Replacement When the projection lamp of the projector reaches its end Top Control of life, the Lamp replacement icon appears on the screen and LAMP REPLACE indicator lights yellow.Replace the LAMP REPLACE lamp with a new one promptly.The timing when the LAMP indicator REPLACE indicator should light is depending on the lamp mode.
  • Page 51: Lamp Model Replacement

    ORDER REPLACEMENT LAMP Replacement lamp can be ordered through your dealer. When ordering a projection lamp, give the following information to the dealer: Model No . of projector : BX27C-SL / BX30C-SL ● Replacement Lamp Type No. : 1300046500 ●...
  • Page 52: Appendix

    Appendix Troubleshooting Before calling your dealer or service center for assistance, check the items below once again. –Make sure you have properly connected the projector to peripheral equipment. –Make sure all equipment is connected to AC outlet and the power is turned on. –When the projector does not project an image from the connected computer, restart the computer.
  • Page 53 Appendix No image – Check the connection between your computer or video equipment and the projector. – See if the input signal is correctly output from your computer. Some laptop computers may need to change the setting for monitor output when connecting to a projector.
  • Page 54 Appendix The image is distorted or runs off . – Check PC adjustment menu or Screen and adjust them. PIN code dialog box appears – PIN code lock is being set. Enter a PIN code. at start-up . The Remote Control does –...
  • Page 55: Indicators And Projector Condition

    Appendix Indicators and Projector Condition Check the indicators for projector condition. Indicators Projector Condition POWER WARRING red/green The projector is off. (The AC power cord is unplugged.) The projector is in stand-by mode. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn on the projector. The projector is operating normally.
  • Page 57: Rs232 Control Method

    Appendix RS232 Control Method NOTE: Connect the PC & projector with serial port cable (female-to-female pins) for projector computer control. 1. Connection 1.1. Port Setting Ite m V a ule A syn ch ron o u s com m un ica tio n M eth ord B its p er seconds 1920 0...
  • Page 58 √ Note : ACK means "000" or "-" when the return mesage is "OK".
  • Page 59: Power Off

    Appendix C o m m and “A 0 1 ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 0 0 x3 1 0 x0 d ) P o w e r O F F im m ed ia te ly D e ta ils [A C K ][C R ]...
  • Page 60 Appendix C o m m an d “A 3 3 ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 3 0 x3 3 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils C h a n g e th e in pu t to "V id e o". [A C K ][C R ]...
  • Page 61: Auto Setup

    Appendix 2.12 Keystone ↓ C o m m and “A 8 F ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 8 0 x4 6 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils K e ysto n e ↓ [A C K ][C R ]...
  • Page 62 Appendix [A C K ][C R ] R e tu rn “?”[C R ] 2.17 Freeze on C o m m and “A 4 3 ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 4 0 x3 3 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils F re e ze o n .
  • Page 63 Appendix C o m m and “A 8 A ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 8 0 x4 1 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils S ta rt → p au se → d isap p e a r → S ta rt ... [A C K ][C R ]...
  • Page 64: Digital Zoom

    Appendix 2.26 Digital Zoom + C o m m and “A 3 0 ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 3 0 x3 0 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils D ig ital zo o m + [A C K ][C R ]...
  • Page 65 Appendix 2.31 4:3 “AW S C R E E N F U L L ”[C R ] C o m m and (H e x: 0 x4 1 0 x5 7 0 x2 0 0 x5 3 0 x4 3 0 x5 2 0 x4 5 0 x4 5 0 x4 E 0 x2 0 0 x4 6 0 x5 5 0 x4 C 0 x4 C 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils S cre e n "F ull"...
  • Page 66 Appendix 2.36 Pointer right C o m m and “A 3 A ”[C R ] (H e x:O x4 1 0 x3 3 0 x3 9 0 x0 d ) D e ta ils P o in te r rig ht [A C K ][C R ]...
  • Page 67: Configurations Of Terminals

    Appendix Configurations of Terminals COMPUTER IN 1/COMPUTER IN 2/MONITOR OUT (Analog) Terminal: Analog RGB (Mini D-sub 15 pin) Red (R/Cr) Input/Output +5V Power/----- Green (G/Y) Input/Output Ground (Vert.sync.) Blue (B/Cb) Input/Output Ground/----- ----- DDC Data/----- Ground (Horiz.sync.) Horiz. sync. Input/Output Ground (Red) Vert.
  • Page 68: Lan Control

    LAN Control Preparation: 1. Equipments: PC, projector, cables 2. Connection procedures: Connect the projector to routers or switches of the LAN by direct or cross cable. If it fails to connect PC and projector by parallel cable, please switch to cross cable as suggested. 3.
  • Page 69 LAN Control 5. Network Setting with DHCP "Off" Set DHCP to Off: Assign an IP address manually. Set IP Address as the IP Address format of PC. (1) Press SELECT, use ▲▼ to choose “DHCP Off ” and then press SELECT again. (2) Press the ▲▼...
  • Page 70 LAN Control Web page Operation : 1. Check IP address: Enter network menu and select network information. Press select to check IP address. 2. Enter the IP address into the address bar (figure 8). ex) http://192.168.1.100 ( figure 8 ) <...
  • Page 71 LAN Control 3) Screen: Adjust the screen aspect ratio. 4) Image : Preset Image mode can be selected. 5) ImageAdj : Contrast and Brightness Values can be adjusted.
  • Page 72 LAN Control 6) Input: Select the input source. 7) Sound: Sound Volume and Mute can be adjusted. 8) Setting: Select other setting status. < Note > • Information on this page needs to be updated every time, when the Web page does not respond correctly.
  • Page 73: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions UNIT: MM IT: MM Screw holes for ceiling installation Screw: M4 rew: M4 Depth: 10.0...
  • Page 74: Memo

    Appendix MEMO...
  • Page 75: Technical Specifications

    High Definition TV Signal 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1035i, and 1080i Scanning Frequency H-sync. 15 kHz–100 kHz, V-sync. 50–100 Hz Optical Information BX27C-SL Projection Image Size (Diagonal) Adjustable from 30" to 300" Projection Distance Projection Distance WIDE: 0.875m-8.943 TELE: 1.054-10.737 Projection Lens F 2.3 -2.5 lens with f 18.82mm-22.60mm with Manual zoom and focus...

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