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LG AN215 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Please read this manual carefully before operating your set. Retain it for future reference. Record model number and serial number of the set. AN215 See the label attached on the bottom of the set and quote this information to your dealer when you require service.
  • Page 2 DLP PROJECTOR DLP PROJECTOR FCC NOTICE • A Class B digital device This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction Special Menu Options Selecting Language ........30 Safety Instructions .......... 4 Using ARC Function........30 Part Descriptions Overscan Function .......... 31 Flip horizontal Function........31 Main Body ............7 Auto sleep Function ........31 Control Panel ..........8 Using Keystone function .........

  • 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 plug too many devices into one 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 impact shock. there is leakage of gas, open the This may cause mechanical failure or personal injury ! windows and ventilate. It can cause a fire or a burn by a spark.

  • Page 7: Part Descriptions

    Part Descriptions Part Descriptions 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

    Part Descriptions Control Panel MENU Button SOURCE Button OK Button / KEY STONE Button / SMART IRIS Button / ZOOM + Button / ZOOM - Button POWER Button...

  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Part Descriptions Remote Control POWER POWER Button MENU SOURCE MENU Button SOURCE Button Button Button AUTO Button (Refer to p.34) OK Button AUTO ARC Button (Refer to p.30) BLANK Button (Refer to p.32) STILL Button (Refer to p.33) BLANK STILL KEYSTONE Button (Refer to p.32) ZOOM +/- Button (Refer to p.23) KEYSTONE...

  • Page 10: Projector Status Indicators

    Part Descriptions Projector Status Indicators * Lamp Indicator, operation indicator and temperature indicator on the projector show the user the operating status of the pro- jector. Operation Indicator Lamp Indicator Temperature Indicator Orange Standby. Lamp cooling until the lamp turn on. Green(flashing) On operation.

  • Page 11: Accessories

    Part Descriptions Accessories POWER MENU SOURCE AUTO BLANK STILL KEYSTONE ZOOM SMART IRIS 1.5V 2 Batteries Remote Control Power Cord Video Cable PROJECTOR Owner’s manual Wall mounting bracket Computer Cable Owner’s manual CD ROM * Bolt and anchor are included in the wall bracket.

  • Page 12: Installing And Composition

    Installing and Composition Installation 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) on Never insert materials as paper into the lower of the projector.

  • Page 13: Basic Operation Of The Projector

    Installing and Composition Basic Operation of the Projector 1.Place the projector on a wall. 2.Place the projector the correct distance from the screen. The distance between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image. 3.Position the projector so that the lens is set at a right angle to the screen. If the projector is not set at a right angle, the screen image will be crooked.

  • Page 14: Installing The Projector To The Wall

    Installing and Composition Installing the projector to the wall Safety instructions on installing the wall 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.
  • Page 15 Installing and Composition Accessories for wall mounting bracket Wall mounting bracket Bolts for wall mounting Wall anchor bolt Bolts for fixing the Bolts for using the Fixing fixers bracket sleeves bracket wood Installing Wall mounting bracket Detach the products - Detach bolt from wall mounting bracket. - Detach product fixing bracket from Wall mounting bracket.
  • Page 16 Installing and Composition Insert anchors or bolts for using the wood after marking the positions where products are mounted on the wall Check the surface or thickness that the wall mounting bracket. Ó When the surface that the wall mounting bracket is concrete, strong , weak natural rock, brick and hollow block, Ó...
  • Page 17 Installing and Composition Install the wall mounting bracket on the wall Using the wall anchor bolt sleeves and bolts for wall mounting bracket a. Mount the wall mounting bracket on the wall as setting the hole. b. Insert the bolts for wall mounting bracket as setting the each hole. Bolt for wall mounting bracket Using the bolts for using the wood Only making wood into wall, you can use.
  • Page 18 Installing and Composition Assemble the projector with the wall mounting bracket Assemble a projector with the wall mounting bracket installed on the wall as below Fig. Do not install this product by yourself. Ó Get some help from others. It may cause the product to fall and could cause injuries. a.
  • Page 19 Installing and Composition Cable Management Place the set with the screen facing down on a cushion or Back panel of the set soft cloth. Pull the back cover upward. Connect the cables as necessary. Cable Holder At first, Bundle the HDMI, VIDEO, S-VIDEO Cables using the supplied Cable holder as shown.
  • Page 20 Installing and Composition Reinsall the back cover correctly and fix it using the thumb bolt. Thumb Bolt Back panel cover Separate HDMI Cable and Power Code from others and HDMI Cable Wall Bracket then bind the cables as shown. Power Cord Cables...
  • Page 21 Installing and Composition Adjusting Tilt Angle - Adjustable angle range is 5°(upside/downside/left/right) and turn range is ±10. - Do not adjust tilt angle with too much force. It may cause damage of product or could cause injuries. <Adjusting Tilt Angle> <Turn>...

  • Page 22: Turning On The Projector

    Installing and Composition Turning on the Projector 1. Connect power cord correctly. 2. Press the POWER button on the remote control or control panel. (Green operation indicator flashes during cooling of the lamp.) An image will appear after the operation indicator light turns (Green). Select the source mode with the SOURCE button.

  • Page 23: Focus, Zoom, Position Of The Screen Image

    Installing and Composition Focus, Zoom, Position of the Screen Image When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and fits the screen. Adjust the focus by using FOCUS ring of the set. FOCUS Ring Adjust the screen size by using ZOOM+/- button of the remote control or the control panel. ZOOM If you want to adjust the screen image to upside/downside, adjust the lens shift as shown below.

  • Page 24: 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 36 for the supported monitor displays of the projector. < How to connect > Connect computer cable to RGB IN (PC/DTV) of the projector.

  • Page 25: Connecting To A Video Source

    Connection Connecting to a Video Source * You can connect a VTR, a camcorder or any other compatible video image source to the projector. < How to connect 1 > a. Connect the Video input jacks of the projector to the output jacks of the A/V source with Video cable.

  • Page 26: Connecting To A D-Tv Set-Top Box

    Connection Connecting to a D-TV Set-Top Box * To receive D-TV programmes, it is necessary to purchase a D-TV receiver (Set-Top Box) and connect it to the projector. * Please refer to the owner's manual of the D-TV Set-Top Box for the connection between projector and D-TV Set-Top Box.

  • Page 27: 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. * If there is no input signal present, the Menu will not be displayed. * This operating guide explains operation of RGB(PC) mode mainly.

  • Page 28: Auto Color Temperature Control

    Function Auto Color Temperature Control - To initialize values (reset to default settings), select the option. Normal 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Normal 2. Press the D , E button to select item.

  • Page 29: White Peaking Function

    Function White peaking Function 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Normal 2. Press the D , E button to select item. White peaking Gamma Normal Brilliant Color 3. Press the button to adjust the screen condition as you want. White peaking Smart Iris step0...

  • Page 30: Special Menu Options

    Function Special Menu Options Selecting Language 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Language English 2. Press the D , E button to select item. Language 4 : 3 Overscan 3. Press the button to select the language you want to use. Flip horizontal On-Screen-Display (OSD) is displayed in the selected language.

  • Page 31: Overscan Function

    Function Overscan Function 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. Language English 2. Press the D , E button to select item. Overscan 4 : 3 Overscan 3. Press the button to select Flip horizontal Auto sleep You can adjust Overscan only in RGB-DTV, HDMI-DTV and Component mode.

  • Page 32: Using Keystone Function

    Function Special Menu Options Using Keystone Function * Use this function when the screen is not at a right angle to the projector and the image is a trapezoid shape. * Only use the Keystone function when you can’t get the best angle of projection. 1.

  • Page 33: Lamp Mode Function

    Function Lamp mode Function 1. Press the MENU button and then use button to select the menu. V Keystone 2. Press the D , E button to select item. Lamp mode H Keystone Blank image Logo 3. Press the button to select High Bright Economic Lamp mode...

  • Page 34: 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. Image positioning and synchronization are automatically adjusted.

  • Page 35: Using Horizontal Function

    Function Using Horizontal Function 1. Press the MENU button and then use F , G button to select the menu. Auto configure Phase 2. Press the D , E button to select item. Horizontal Clock Horizontal 3. Press the button to make desired adjustments. Vertical Horizontal adjustment range is -25 ~+25.

  • Page 36: Information

    Information Supported Monitor Display * The following table lists the display formats supported by the projector. Sources Format Vertical Freq.(Hz) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) 640X350 70.09Hz 31.468kHz 640X350 85.08Hz 37.861kHz PC98 640X400 85.08Hz 37.861kHz 720X400 70.08Hz 31.469kHz 720X400 85.03Hz 37.927kHz 640X480 59.94Hz 31.469kHz 640X480...

  • Page 37: 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 38: Replacing The Lamp

    - Never touch the lamp unit glass or otherwise image quality may be worse or lamp life may be reduced. To obtain a replacement Lamp unit Lamp model number is on page 43. Check the lamp model and then purchase it at LG Electronics Service Center. Using other lamp may cause damage to the projector.
  • Page 39 Information Replacing the Lamp Turn off the projector and unplug the power cable. Carefully place the lens side down on a cushioned surface that will protect the lens Unscrew the fixing bolts of the lamp cover using a from damage. driver or a similar object.
  • Page 40 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 41: Memo

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  • Page 43: Specifications

    Information Specifications AN215 MODEL AN215-JD resolution 1280(Horizontal) x 720(Vertical)pixel horizontal / vertical ratio 16:9(horizontal:vertical) DLP panel size 0.62 inches screen size 1.53~11.65m(40~300 inches) remote control distance zoom ratio 1:1.4 Video compatibility NTSC/PAL/SECAM/NTSC4.43/PAL-M/PAL-N Power AC 100 - 240V~50/60Hz, 3A-1A, 260W height(mm/inches) 285/11.3...

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