LG ProBeam BF50RG User manual
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CONTENTS
PREPARATION
INSTALLATION
11 Ceiling-Type Installation
12 Projection Distance per Screen Size
16 Adjusting the Focus of the Projection Display
17 Adjusting the Position of Projection Display
20 Kensington Security System
USING REMOTE CONTROL
21 Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
22 Viewing the Remote Control Features
MAKING CONNECTIONS
26 Connecting to a PC
26 External Device Connection
28 Connecting Multiple Projectors
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CHECKING BEFORE REPORTING MALFUNCTION
41 Projector Safety Check
42 Troubleshooting
CHECKING INFORMATION
44 Specifications
46 HDMI Supported mode
49 Licenses
50 Open Source Software Notice Information
51 Other specifications
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This manual is subject to change depending on the company’s circumstances.
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PREPARATION
The pictures may differ slightly from the actual product.
Accessories
Accessories included with the projector are shown below.
Accessories are subject to change without prior notice.
New accessories may be added or old ones removed.
Remote Control
Two AAA Batteries Owner's Manual
D-Sub To Phone Jack Cable Power cord
• 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 18mm or less and a height of 10mm or
less. If the USB cable or USB flash drive does
not fit the USB ports of the projector, use an
extension cable that supports USB 2.0.
A ≤ 10mm
B ≤ 18mm
• When connecting two USB devices at the same time, each one should have
bezels less than 8.5mm thick.
• Use a certified cable with the HDMI logo attached.
• If you do not use a certified HDMI cable, the screen may not display or a
connection error may occur. (Recommended HDMI cable types)
— Ultra High Speed HDMI®/™ Cable
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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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Parts and Components
Inlet Vent
Inlet Vent
IR Receiver Projection Screen (Lens)
Position Adjustment Dial
Lens1)
Focus Ring
Zoom Ring
1) Do not touch the lens when using the projector. The lens may be damaged. (Keep
lens away from sharp objects.)
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Bottom of the Projector
Adjustable leg2)
Outlet Vent1)
Speaker Speaker
Joystick Button
1) Due to the high temperature of vent area, do not get close to the vent area.
2) Turn the adjustable leg left or right to adjust the angle.
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IR Receiver
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/ Port
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Port
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Port
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Port
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Port
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(AC IN Port)
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Using the Joystick Button
You can operate the projector by pressing the button or moving the joystick left, right,
up, or down.
Basic functions
Power On
When the projector is turned off, place your
nger on the joystick button, press it once, and
release it.
Power Off
(Press and
Hold)
Press and hold the joystick button for more than
3 seconds while the projector is on.
Volume
Control
Place your nger over the joystick button and
move it left or right, you can adjust the volume
level.
Up/Down/
Left/Right
If you move the joystick up, down, left, or right,
you can move the cursor to select the menu
items.
NOTE
• When moving the joystick button up, down, left or right, be careful not to move
the button while it is being pressed. The volume may not be adjusted and the
cursor may not move when the joystick button is pressed and moved.
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Adjusting the menu
When the projector is turned on, press the joystick button one time.
You can adjust the menu items moving the joystick button left, right, up, or down. Move
to the desired menu item, and then press the joystick button once to select it.
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
LED Power Indicator
LED Power Indicator
Red
Power standby state
Off
The projector is operating with the power on.
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INSTALLATION
Ceiling-Type Installation
WARNING
When installing the product on the ceiling, observe the following precautions
to prevent the projector from falling:
— It is recommended to install the product through a professional installation
services provider. (If installing on the ceiling, modify the projector’s PJT Mode
settings)
— Do not use adhesive, lubricant, oil, etc. when using the mounting equipment.
— Do not tighten the screws with an excessive force since the projector may fall
due to breakage of the screw connection part.
— Standard screw: M4 x 8 mm, M6 x 10 mm, 1/4-20 UNC x 5 mm
(Applicable screw types may vary depending on the model.)
— Recommended torque: 5-8kgf.cm
• A failure to follow the precautions may result in injury or death and product
damage due to the fall of the product.
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Projection Distance per Screen Size
1 Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface, together with the PC or audio/
video source.
2 Place the projector an appropriate distance away from the screen. The distance
between the projector and the screen determines the actual size of the image.
3 Position the projector so that the lens is at a right angle to the screen. If the
projector is not at a right angle, the projected image will look distorted. To
correct the distortion, use the Edge Adjustment function.
4 Connect the power cord of the projector and the connected device to the wall
outlet.
Ratio of upward projection: 100 %
X/2 X/2
Projection Distance (D)
Screen Height (X)
Screen
Y/2 Y/2
Projection Distance (D)
Screen
Screen Width (Y)
NOTE
• If the projected image looks distorted or bent, check to see if the screen is
installed properly.
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Adjusting the Size of Projection Display
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1.6 x Zoom 1.0 x Zoom
Zoom Ring
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16:10 Aspect Ratio (1.6 x Zoom)
Screen Size Screen Width (Y) Screen Height (X) Projection
Distance (D)
inches mm mm mm mm
40 1016.2 861.6 538.5 1090
60 1525.2 1292.3 807.7 1660
80 2034.2 1723.1 1077.0 2230
100 2543.1 2153.9 1346.2 2800
120 3052.3 2584.7 1615.4 3360
140 3557.3 3015.5 1884.7 3930
160 4061.4 3446.3 2153.9 4500
180 4572.2 3877.0 2423.2 5070
200 5079.4 4307.8 2692.4 5630
220 5590.0 4738.6 2961.6 6200
240 6096.9 5169.4 3230.9 6770
260 6601.8 5600.2 3500.1 7340
280 7114.7 6031.0 3769.4 7910
300 7618.7 6461.7 4038.6 8480
The projection distance may vary depending on the installation conditions.
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16:10 Aspect Ratio (1.0 x Zoom)
Screen Size Screen Width (Y) Screen Height (X) Projection
Distance (D)
inches mm mm mm mm
40 1016.2 861.6 538.5 1770
60 1525.2 1292.3 807.7 2680
80 2034.2 1723.1 1077.0 3600
100 2543.1 2153.9 1346.2 4500
120 3052.3 2584.7 1615.4 5390
140 3557.3 3015.5 1884.7 6310
160 4061.4 3446.3 2153.9 7220
180 4572.2 3877.0 2423.2 8130
200 5079.4 4307.8 2692.4 9050
220 5590.0 4738.6 2961.6 9950
240 6096.9 5169.4 3230.9 10850
260 6601.8 5600.2 3500.1 11780
280 7114.7 6031.0 3769.4 12670
300 7618.7 6461.7 4038.6 13590
The projection distance may vary depending on the installation conditions.
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Adjusting the Focus of the Projection Display
When an image appears on the screen, check if it is in focus and ts the screen
properly.
To adjust the focus of the image, slowly adjust the focus ring to the left or right while
looking at the top centre of the screen. You can adjust the focus most effectively when
the left and right screen are balanced. When adjusting the focus on the screen, do not
let the product shake.
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Focus Ring
NOTE
• After using the product at room temperature, turning on the power may blur the
focus if the inside temperature is low, but it will recover over time.
• This defocusing is a temporary phenomenon that occurs in low-temperature
environments, and this will not affect the product’s performance or lifespan.
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Adjusting the Position of Projection Display
You can use the Projection Screen (Lens) Position Adjustment Dial to adjust the
position of the projection screen without moving the projector up, down, left or right.
If the projection screen does not align properly on the screen even after adjusting
the position of the projection screen using the Projection Screen (Lens) Position
Adjustment Dial, use the [Edge Adjustment] function.
Projection Screen (Lens) Position Adjustment Dial
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How to Use the Projection Screen (Lens) Position Adjustment
Dial
You can use the dial to move the position of the projection screen (lens) without
moving the projector.
Up/Down Dial (V-Shift) Left/Right Dial (H-Shift)
CAUTION
• Clicking sounds while rotating the dial indicates that no further adjustment can
be made. Continuing to rotate the dial after reaching the maximum position may
cause damage to the dial.
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Adjustment Range of the Position of the Projection Screen
The range for moving the position of the projection screen using the Projection Screen
(Lens) Position Adjustment Dial is shown below.
• When the lens position is at its vertical limit (up/down), you cannot move the
lens horizontally (left/right).
• When the lens position is at its horizontal limit (left/right), you cannot move the
lens vertically (up/down).
Position of the Lens
Position of the Lens
Position Adjustment Range
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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.
• 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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