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Table of Contents ....................................................................................... 1
Usage Notice .............................................................................................. 2
Precautions ......................................................................................................... 2
Introduction ................................................................................................ 4
Product Features ................................................................................................ 4
Package Overview ............................................................................................. 5
Product Overview ................................................................................................ 6
Main Unit ........................................................................................................................ 6
Control Panel ................................................................................................................. 7
Connection Ports .......................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control with Laser Pointer .............................................................................. 9
Installation ............................................................................................... 10
Connecting the Projector .................................................................................. 10
Powering On/Off the Projector .......................................................................... 11
Powering On the Projector ......................................................................................... 11
Powering Off the projector .......................................................................................... 12
Warning Indicator ....................................................................................................... 12
Adjusting the Projected Image ......................................................................... 13
Adjusting the Projector Image Height ........................................................................ 13
Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus ....................................................................... 14
Adjusting Projected Image Size ................................................................................. 14
User Controls ............................................................................................ 15
On-Screen Display Menus ............................................................................... 17
How to operate ............................................................................................................ 17
Language (Computer/Video Mode) ............................................................................ 18
Color (Computer/Video Mode) ................................................................................... 19
Image (Computer/Video Mode) .................................................................................. 21
Audio (Computer/Video Mode) ................................................................................... 23
Management (Computer/Video Mode) ....................................................................... 24
Appendices .............................................................................................. 27
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 27
Replacing the lamp .......................................................................................... 31
Specifications ................................................................................................... 32
Compatibility Modes ........................................................................................ 33
Ceiling Mount Installation ................................................................................. 34
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents ... 1 Usage Notice ... 2 Precautions ... 2 Introduction ... 4 Product Features ... 4 Package Overview ... 5 Product Overview ... 6 Main Unit ... 6 Control Panel ... 7 Connection Ports ... 8 Remote Control with Laser Pointer ... 9 Installation ... -
Page 2: Usage Notice
Usage Notice Precautions Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recom- mended in this user’s guide to maximize the life of your unit. English ... Warning- Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your eyes. Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not ex- pose this product to rain or moisture. - Page 3 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 ventilation.
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Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Product Features This product is an XGA single chip 0.7” DLP Outstanding features include: English ... True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels Single chip DLP technology NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/SECAM and HDTV compatible (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i) Full function remote control with laser pointer User friendly multilingual on screen display menu Advanced digital keystone correction and high quality full screen image re-scaling... -
Page 5: Package Overview
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 Composite Video Cable 2.0m Audio Cable Jack /Jack VGA to Component/ 1.8m 2 x Battery... -
Page 6: Product Overview
Introduction Product Overview English ... Main Unit Focus Ring Zoom Ring Zoom Lens Elevator Button Elevator Foot Remote Control Receiver Connection Ports Power Socket Control Panel... -
Page 7: Control Panel
Control Panel Lamp Indicator LED Temp Indicator LED Power/Standby and Indicator LED (Power LED) Source Re-Sync Four Directional Select Keys Menu /Enter Introduction ... English... -
Page 8: Connection Ports
Introduction English ... Connection Ports PC Analog Signal/HDTV/Component Video Input Connector Monitor Loop-through Output Connector USB Connector RS232 Connector S-Video Input Connector Composite Video Input Connector Audio Input Connector Remote Control Receiver Kensington Lock Port... -
Page 9: Remote Control With Laser Pointer
Remote Control with Laser Pointer Transmit Indicator Light Power Empowering Key Menu Four Directional Select Keys Laser Button Mute Keystone + Keystone - 10. Page Up 11. Page Down Introduction 12. Re-Sync 13. Hide 14. Source 15. Freeze 16. Laser Pointer ... -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Connecting the Projector 1..Power Cord 2..VGA Cable 3..Composite Video Cable 4..USB Cable 5..VGA to Component/HDTV Adapter 6..S-Video Cable 7..Audio Cable Jack/Jack 8..RS232 Cable (Optional Accessory) To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please set the display mode of your graphic card less than or equal to 1024 X 768 resolution. -
Page 11: Powering On/Off The Projector
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 green. 3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “Power/Standby” button on the control panel. -
Page 12: Powering Off The Projector
Installation 1. Press the “Power/Standby” button to turn off the projector 2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 60 seconds for 3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the 4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power English ... -
Page 13: Adjusting The Projected Image
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 the button to lock the elevator foot into position. -
Page 14: Adjusting The Projector Zoom / Focus
Installation 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 3.9 to 32.8 feet (1.2 to 10.0 meters). 246.1"(625.0cm) 205.1"... -
Page 15: User Controls
Control Panel & Remote Control There are two ways for you to control the functions: Remote Control and Control Panel. Control Panel Using the Control Panel Power/Standby Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 11-12. Source Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i, S-Video, Composite Video and HDTV sources. - Page 16 User Controls Using the Remote Control Power Empowering Key Menu Four Directional Selec t Keys Laser Button Mute Keystone + / - Page Up (Computer mode only) Page Down (Computer mode only) Re-Sync Hide Source Freeze English ... Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 11-12.
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Page 17: On-Screen Display Menus
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 press “Menu/Enter”on the Control Panel. -
Page 18: Language (Computer/Video Mode)
User Controls Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu . Use the select your prefered language. Press “Menu” on the Remote Control or press “Menu/Enter”on the Control Panel to finalize the selection. English ... Language (Computer / Video Mode) key to... -
Page 19: Color (Computer/Video Mode)
User Controls Color (Computer / Video Mode) Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. PC : For computer or notebook. Movie : For home theater. sRGB : For PC standard color. User : Memorize user’s settings. Color Temp. - Page 20 User Controls Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. Color R Adjusts the red color. Color G Adjusts the green color. Color B Adjusts the blue color. “Saturation” and “Tint” functions are not supported under computer mode or DVI mode.
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Page 21: Image (Computer/Video Mode)
Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image. Press the Press the Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image. Press the Press the Sharpness... -
Page 22: H.position (Horizontal Position)
User Controls H.Position (Horizontal Position) V. Position (Vertical Position) Frequency “Frequency”changes the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer’s graphic card. If you experience a vertical flickering bar, use this function to make an adjustment. Tracking “Tracking” synchronizes the signal timing of the display with the graphic card. -
Page 23: 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..English... -
Page 24: Management (Computer/Video Mode)
User Controls ECO Mode Choose “On” to dim the projector lamp which will lower power consumption, extend the lamp life and reduce noise. Choose ”Off” to return normal mode. Menu Location Choose the Menu location on the display screen. Projection English ... -
Page 25: Osd Transparency
OSD menu, the new setting will take effect after a system reboot. Acer: The default start-up screen of Acer projector User: The user customized start-up screen, which is down loaded from PC to projector via the USB cable and My Start- up Screen utility (refer to the description of below section). - Page 26 (Computer / Video Mode) My Start-up Screen Acer My Start-up Screen is a PC utility for user to change the default start-up screen of Acer projector to their desired image. You can install My Start-up Screen from the bundled CD. Connect the projector...
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Page 27: 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 securely connected as described in the “Installation”... - Page 28 Appendices Problem: The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook computer is not displaying your presentation. Problem: Image is unstable or flickering Problem: Image has vertical flickering bar Problem: Image is out of focus English ... 5. Select the “Change” button under the “Monitor” tab . 6.
- Page 29 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 aspect ratio by referring to the following: Please select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are playing a 16:9 DVD.
- Page 30 Appendices Problem: Message Reminders English ... “Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested!” will be shown about 10 seconds when lamp life is going to deplete. “Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” will be shown when the system temperature is over heat.
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Page 31: Replacing The Lamp
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 32: 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 Lamp Number of Pixels Displayable Color Brightness Contrast Ratio Uniformity Noise Level Projection Lens Projection Screen Size (Diag.) - 24.6 to 246.1 inches (0.63 to 6.25 meters) Diagonal... -
Page 33: Compatibility Modes
Compatibility Modes Mode VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA VESA VGA SVGA SVGA SVGA SVGA SVGA VESA XGA VESA XGA VESA XGA VESA XGA * VESA SXGA * VESA SXGA * VESA SXGA * VESA SXGA * VESA SXGA... -
Page 34: Ceiling Mount Installation
Appendices Ceiling Mount Installation 1. To prevent damaging your projector, please use the ceiling 2. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please Please note that damage resulting from incorrect installation will invalidate the warranty. English ... mount package for installation.
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