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Acer PD523P series Manual

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  • Page 1 Manual for Acer Projector PD523P/PD525P/PD527 series...
  • Page 2 Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please re- cycle it. For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display, or a super high pressure mercury lamp: Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents .......................1 Usage Notice ......................3 Precautions .........................3 Introduction .......................5 Product Features .........................5 Package Overview ......................6 Product Overview ......................7 Main Unit ............................7 Control Panel ..........................8 Connection Ports .......................... 9 Remote Control with Laser Pointer .................... 10 Installation .......................11 Connecting the Projector ....................
  • Page 4 Connecting to the WPG for the first time ................33 Downloading the software ......................34 Connecting to a projector ....................36 Using the audio function ....................37 Configuring your Acer WPG ....................39 Projector ID ..........................39 Configuration password setup ....................39 Upgrade firmware ........................41 Network settings ........................

  • Page 5: Usage Notice

    Usage Notice Precautions Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user’s guide to maximize the life of your unit. Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is Warning- on. The bright light may hurt your eyes. Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
  • Page 6 Usage Notice Turn off the product before cleaning.  Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the  display housing. Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not  being used for a long period of time. Don’t: Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for ...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Product Features This product is an XGA single chip DLP projector. Outstand- ing features include: True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels  Single chip DLP technology  NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/SECAM and HDTV  compatible (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i) High-tech DVI connection for digital signal with HDCP ...

  • Page 8: Package Overview

    Introduction Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is missing. Projector with lens cap Power Cord 1.8m VGA Cable 1.8m Composite Video Cable USB Cable 1.8m S-Video Cable 1.8m 2.0m...

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Introduction Product Overview Main Unit Focus Ring Zoom Ring Zoom Lens Remote Control Receiver Elevator Button Elevator Foot Connection Ports Power Socket Control Panel ... English...

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Introduction Control Panel Temp Indicator LED Lamp Indicator LED Power and Indicator LED (Power LED) Source Resync Four Directional Select Keys Menu English ...

  • Page 11: Connection Ports

    Introduction Connection Ports For PD525PW/ PD527W only RS232 Connector USB Connector Monitor Loop-through Output Connector (VGA-Out) Audio Input Connector Composite Video Input Connector S-Video Input Connector PC Analog Signal/HDTV/Component Video Input Connector DVI Input Connector (for Digital signal with HDCP function) (Op- tional) Kensington Lock Port...

  • Page 12: Remote Control With Laser Pointer

    Introduction Remote Control with Laser Pointer Laser Pointer 15. Mouse Right Click Power 16. Mouse 17. Empowering Key Laser Button Source 18. Volume + 19. Volume - Resync Freeze 20. Page Up Hide 21. Page Down 22. VGA Mute Aspect Ratio 23.

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation Connecting the Projector Video Output DVD Player, Settop Box, HDTV receiver RS232 S-Video Output 1........................Power Cord 2........................VGA Cable 3....................Composite Video Cable 4........................USB Cable 5.................VGA to Component/HDTV Adapter 6......................... S-Video Cable 7.
  • Page 14 Installation Connecting the Projector For Wireless function Internet 1........................Power Cord 2........................Lan Cable 3....................Audio Cable Jack/RCA 4........................... Antenna (for PD525PW/PD527W only, need to attach the antenna by user) English ...

  • Page 15: Powering On/Off The Projector

    Installation Powering On/Off the Projector Powering On the Projector 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will flash red. 3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “Power/Standby” button on the control panel.

  • Page 16: Powering Off The Projector

    Installation Powering Off the Projector 1. Press the “Power/Standby” button to turn off the projector lamp, you will see a message “Please press power button again to com- plete the shutdown process. Warning: DO NOT unplug while the projector fan is still running.” displayed on the projector’s screen. Press the “Power/Standby”...

  • Page 17: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Installation Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector Image Height The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1. Press the elevator button  2. Raise the image to the desired height angle , then release ...

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Projector Zoom / Focus

    Installation Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus You may turn the zoom ring to zoom in or out. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 5 to 40 feet (1.5 to12.2 meters) Zoom Ring Focus Ring Adjusting Projection Image Size...

  • Page 19: User Controls

    User Controls Control Panel & Remote Control There are two ways for you to control the functions: Re- mote Control and Control Panel. Control Panel Remote Control Using the Control Panel Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages ...
  • Page 20 User Controls Using the Remote Control Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages  13-14 Laser Button Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this  button to activate the laser pointer. Resync Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
  • Page 21 These functions are the same as a mouse of PC or Mac. Empowering Key Acer Empowering Key provides three Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management" and "Acer eOpening Management" respectively. Press "e" key for more than one second to launch the on screen display main menu to modify its function.
  • Page 22 576p/720p/1080i) , YCbCr (480i/576i) and HDCP signal. Language(for PD523PD/PD525PD/PD527D only) Choose the multi-lingual OSD menu.  Wireless (for PD525PW/PD527W only) Press "Wireless" to display the image which is wirelessly trans-  mitted from PC to the projector via "Acer eProjection Manage- ment" utility. English ...

  • Page 23: On-Screen Display Menus

    User Controls On Screen Display Menus The Projector has multilingual On Screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source. How to operate To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or Control Panel.

  • Page 24: Color (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Color (Computer / Video Mode) Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.  Bright : For brightness optimization.  PC : For computer or notebook.  Video : For playing video in a bright environment. ...

  • Page 25: White Segment

    User Controls Color (Computer / Video Mode) White Segment Use the white Segment control to set the white peaking level of DMD chip. 0 stands for minimal segment, and 10 stands for maxi- mum segment. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum setting.

  • Page 26: Image (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Image (Computer / Video Mode) Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±16 degrees) Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. Auto : Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi  mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.
  • Page 27 User Controls Image (Computer / Video Mode) H. Position (Horizontal Position) Press the to move the image left.  Press the to move the image right.  V. Position (Vertical Position) Press the to move the image down.  “H. Position”, “V. ...

  • Page 28: Management (Computer/Video Mode)

    Acer : The default startup screen of Acer projector.  User : The user customized startup screen, which is down  loaded from PC to projector via the USB cable and Acer eOpening Management utility (refer to the description of below section). English ...
  • Page 29 Mode) Acer eOpening Management is a PC utility for user to change the default startup screen of Acer projector to their desired image. You can install Acer eOpening Management from the bundled CD. Connect the projector to your PC with the bundled USB cable then execute Acer eOpening Management utility to download your desired image from your PC to projector.
  • Page 30 User Controls Management (Computer / Video Mode) Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours). Lamp Reminding Choose this function to show or to hide warning message when the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will show up 30 hours before end of life.

  • Page 31: Audio (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Audio (Computer / Video Mode) Volume Press the to decrease the volume.  Press the to increase the volume.  Mute Choose the “On” to turn mute on.  Choose the “Off” to turn mute off.  Power On/Off Volume Choose this function to adjust volume when power on/off.

  • Page 32: Timer (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Timer (Computer / Video Mode) Timer Start Press the to start/stop timer. Timer Period Press the to adjust timer period. Timer Volume Choose this function to adjust volume when timer function is enable and time is up. Timer Display Press the to choose timer display mode on the screen.

  • Page 33: Language(Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Language (Computer / Video Mode) Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu . Use the key to select your preferred language. Press to confirm the selection ... English...

  • Page 34: Wireless Projection

    Acer Wireless Presentation Gateway (WPG) module. Acer WPG enables multiple users to connect to an Acer projector wirelessly. This eliminates the need to plug and unplug cables, enabling more efficient use of meeting time, especially when there is more than one presenter in a meeting.

  • Page 35: Setting Up Your Wpg

    Wireless projection Setting up your WPG Check the LED for the power status. • Red indicates that the WPG is receiving power, but is inactive. • Green indicates that the WPG is being used to project images. You may also like to connect a LAN cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the side of the dongle.

  • Page 36: Downloading The Software

    If you receive any security warnings, select “Connect Anyway.” Once the connection is established, open your Internet browser. You will automatically be taken to the Acer WPG welcome page, where you will be able to download the driver. English ...
  • Page 37 Click on the link to download and install the driver. If you receive any security warnings, click "OK" to proceed with the installation procedure. During the driver installation, your screen may flicker. Once the installation is complete, the Acer Wireless Projection Gate- way software will open..English...

  • Page 38: Connecting To A Projector

    Once you’ve installed the software, you will be able to connect to any projector that is equipped with the Acer WPG. To connect to a projector, simply double- click the Acer WPG icon on your desktop to launch the application.

  • Page 39: Using The Audio Function

    Wireless projection Using the audio function If “Wireless” is selected as the input source, you can play audio content through the internal speakers of the projector. You can also plug external speakers into the WPG’s audio-out jack for better audio quality. Your audio driver may have different terminology for some of the set- tings required below.
  • Page 40 Wireless projection Ensure that Mono Mix, Stereo Mix and/or Wave-out Mix are checked. Click OK to open the “Recording Mix” window. Ensure that Mono Mix, Stereo Mix or Wave-out Mix is selected. English ...

  • Page 41: Configuring Your Acer Wpg

    Wireless projection Configuring your Acer WPG You will need to be connected to an Acer WPG to change any configuration settings. Once you're connected, click the Configure button in the upper right- hand corner of the Acer WPG screen. Projector ID Check this feature to enable projector identification.
  • Page 42 Click on Set a new password to set a password. Enter the password — it can be up to 16 characters in length. Once the password has been set, it needs to be entered before any changes can be made to the configuration of your Acer WPG. English ...

  • Page 43: Upgrade Firmware

    Network settings Click on this link to change the network settings. Here, you can set a customized SSID to identify the Acer WPG. You can also change the IP address — either set it to automatically obtain an IP address, or manually set a static IP address.

  • Page 44: Projection Controls

    Wireless projection Projection controls Use the projection controls to perform various functions. Hide This feature projects a blank screen, so that you can make changes to a docu- ment, or refer to confidential information as needed, without your audience being able to see it. Freeze This feature freezes the projected image, so that you can make changes to a document, or refer to confidential information as needed, without your audi-...

  • Page 45: Appendices

    Appendices Troubleshooting If you experience trouble with the projector, refer to the following information. If the problem persists, please contact your local reseller or service center. Problem: No image appears on screen. Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and ...
  • Page 46 Appendices 6. Click on “Show all devices”. Then select “Standard monitor types” under the “Manufacturers” box ; choose the resolution mode you need under the “Models” box. 7. Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is less than or equal to 1024 x 768. If you are using a Notebook PC: ...
  • Page 47 Appendices Problem: The image is outstretched when displaying 16:9 DVD. The projector automatically detects 16:9 DVD and adjusts the aspect ratio by digitizing to full screen with 4:3 default setting. If the image is still outstretched, you will also need to adjust the as- pect ratio by referring to the following: Please select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are ...

  • Page 48: Replacing The Lamp

    Appendices Replacing the lamp The projector will detect the lamp life itself. It will show you a warning message “Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested!” When you see this message, changing the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30 minutes before changing the lamp.
  • Page 49 Appendices Problem: Message Reminders “Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power opera-  tion. Replacement Suggested!” will be shown about 10 seconds when lamp life is going to deplete. “Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” will ...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    Appendices Specifications The specs specified below are subject to change without notice. Regarding the final specs, please refer to Acer accounced marketing specs. Light Valve - Single Chip DLP Technology by Texas Instruments Lamp - 230W User Replaceable Lamp Number of Pixels...

  • Page 51: Compatibility Modes

    Appendices Compatibility Modes (ANALOG) (DIGITAL) Mode Resolution V.Frequency H.Frequency V.Frequency H.Frequency (Hz) (kHz) (Hz) (kHz) VESA VGA 640 x 350 31.5 31.5 VESA VGA 640 x 350 37.9 37.9 VESA VGA 640 x 400 37.9 37.9 VESA VGA 640 x 480 31.5 31.5 VESA VGA...

  • Page 52: Regulation & Safety Notices

    Appendices Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices of your Acer Projector. FCC notice This device 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 53: Operation Conditions

    Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this Acer projector is in compliance with the essen- tial requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http:// global.acer.com.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification...

  • Page 54: Important Safety Instructions

    Appendices Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference. 1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a water-moistened cloth for cleaning.
  • Page 55 Appendices only when the wall socket is properly grounded. Radio device regulatory notice NOTE: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless LAN only. General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Below infor- mation is for products with such devices.
  • Page 56 The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the Acer used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation shall be Acer projector is minimized as follows: •...

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