Acer Projector P1223/D413D/EV-X34H/ X1223/D413/EV-X34 User's Manual
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Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Before cleaning • Turn the product off and unplug it from the wall outlet before cleaning. • Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Location precautions Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible.
• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed. • Liquid was spilled into the product. • The product was exposed to rain or water. • The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
Locations near fire alarms. • • Locations with an ambient temperature above 40º C/104º F. Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10,000 feet. • Do not operate if smoke, a strange noise, or an odor are coming out of the projector. In this case, immediately unplug the projector and contact your dealer. • Do not keep using the projector if it has been dropped or damaged. In this case, contact your dealer for inspection. • Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire.
Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted. • Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. • Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. 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 recycle.
iii Introduction 1 Product features 1 Package contents 2 Projector overview 3 Front / top 3 Rear 3 Control panel 4 Remote control layout 5 Getting started 8 Connecting the projector 8 Turning the projector on/off 9 Turning the projector on 9 Turning the projector off 10 Adjusting the projected image 10 Adjusting the height of the projected image 10 Optimizing image size and distance 12 Adjusting distance and zoom to optimize image size 14 User controls 16 Installation men
Using the stereoscopic player 33 Using 3D glasses (optional) 34 Watching 3D DVD content 34 Appendices 36 Troubleshooting 36 LED and alarm definitions 39 Replacing and cleaning the dust filter 40 Replacing the lamp 41 Ceiling mount installation 42 Specifications 45 Compatibility modes 47 Regulations and safety notices 51
Product features This product is a single-chip DLP projector, feautring: • DLP technology. • Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution. • Acer ColorSafe II technology ensures consistent color rendition over time. • Smart detection delivers quick, intelligent source detection. • Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Education, Picture, Game, User) for optimum performance in any situation. • NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported.
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.
3 English English Projector overview Front / top 7 1 2 3 4 5 1 8 6 # 1 2 3 4 5 9 Description Lamp cover Zoom ring Focus ring Ventilation Remote control receivers # 6 7 8 9 Description Zoom lens Control panel Ventilation (inlet) Speaker 4 5 6 VGA1-IN RS-232 VGA2-IN VGA-OUT Rear 1 2 3 AUDIO IN MINI USB HDMI AUDIO OUT VIDEO 11 10 9 8 # 1 2 Description Audio input connector HDMI input connector 3 4 S-Video input connector 9 PC analog signal/HDTV/component 10 video input connector (V
4 2 English 1 English Control panel 3 4 8 5 7 6 2 # Icon Function Description 1 SOURCE Changes the active source. 2 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees). 3 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
5 English English Remote control layout 1 1 2 2 3 12 3 12 4 13 14 15 16 4 13 14 15 16 5 5 17 17 18 6 18 6 17 17 7 8 9 10 * 11 * 19 20 * * Icon * 19 20 * * X1223/D413/EV-X34 P1223/D413D/EV-X34H # 7 8 9 10 * 11 Function Description 1 Remote control transmitter Sends signals to the projector. 2 FREEZE Pauses the screen image. 3 POWER Refer to "Turning the projector on/off" on page 9. 4 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio.
Icon Function Description 7 KeyPad 0 to 9 Press 0 to 9 to enter a password when required. 8 VIDEO Press VIDEO to change source to composite video. 9 VGA Press VGA to change source to the VGA1-IN/ VGA2-IN connector. This connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync. 10 COMPONENT Press COMPONENT to change source to the VGA1-IN/VGA2-IN connector. This connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/ 1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
19 20 Icon Function Description Page For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or previous page. This function is only available when connected to a computer via a USB cable. S-VIDEO Press S-VIDEO to change source to S-Video. This function is only available when a USB cable is not connected to a computer. Note: Buttons marked with * are not operational on this projector.
8 English English Getting started Connecting the projector VGA HDMI USB RS232 D-Sub 3 4 5 3 D-Sub D-Sub USB D-Sub D-Sub VGA1-IN RS-232 VGA2-IN VGA-OUT 2 1 HDMI AUDIO IN MINI USB HDMI 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO HDMI HDMI Y 6 1 2 7 HDMI Y S-Video output 8 R W # Description Video output # Description 1* Audio cable 5* USB cable 2* HDMI cable 6* S-Video cable 3 VGA cable 7* Composite video cable 4* RS-232 cable 8 Power cord
Turning the projector on/off Turning the projector on 1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The power indicator LED will light blue. 2 Turn on the projector by pressing the POWER button on the control panel. The power indicator LED will flash and then turn blue. 3 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically.
1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears: Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown process. Press the power button again. 2 The shutdown process will vary depending on the Turn Off Mode setting. Please refer to "Management" on page 28 for more details. 3 Once the shutdown process finishes, the power indicator LED becomes steady blue. 4 It is now safe to unplug the power cord. Warning messages! • Projector Overheated.
1 Use the elevator foot raise/lower the image to the desired height.
Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 68" and 75". Note: The image will be 148 cm high when the projector is 3 m from the screen.
Screen size Top Screen size (Min zoom) Top (Max zoom) Diagonal (inches) W (cm) x H (cm) From base to top of image (cm) Diagonal (inches) 1.5 34 69 x 52 68 37 76 x 57 74 2 46 93 x 69 90 50 102 x 76 99 124 W (cm) x H (cm) From base to top of image (cm) 2.5 57 116 x 87 113 62 127 x 95 3 68 139 x 104 135 75 152 x 114 148 3.5 80 162 x 122 158 87 178 x 133 173 4 91 185 x 139 181 100 203 x 152 198 4.
A 50" Desir e imag d e siz e D Height From base to top of image 2m 2.
Desired image size Distance (m) Top (cm) Diagonal (inches) W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image 30 61 x 46 1.2 1.3 59 40 81 x 61 1.6 1.8 79 50 102 x 76 2.0 2.2 99 60 122 x 91 2.4 2.6 119 70 142 x 107 2.8 3.1 139 80 163 x 122 3.2 3.5 158 90 183 x 137 3.6 4.0 178 100 203 x 152 4.0 4.4 198 120 244 x 183 4.8 5.3 238 150 305 x 229 6.0 6.6 297 180 366 x 274 7.2 7.9 357 200 406 x 305 8.0 8.
Installation menu The installation menu provides an onscreen display (OSD) for projector installation and maintenance. Use this OSD only when the message No signal input is displayed on the screen. The menu options include settings and adjustments for screen size and distance, focus, keystone correction and more. 1 Turn on the projector by pressing the POWER button on the control pad. 2 Press the MENU button on the control pad to launch the OSD for projector installation and maintenance.
Acer eView Management The Acer Empowering Key provides access to four Acer-specific functions: Acer eView Management, Acer eTimer Management, Acer ePower Management, and Acer e3D Management. Press the key for more than one second to launch the onscreen display main menu to modify its function. Press to launch the Acer eView Management submenu. Acer eView Management is for display mode selection. Please refer to "Onscreen Display Menus" on page 19 for more details.
Press to launch Acer e3D Management. Acer e3D Management offers quick access to 3D functions. Please refer to "Onscreen Display Menus" on page 19 for more details.
The projector has a multilingual OSD that allows you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Using the OSD menus • To open the OSD menu, press MENU on the remote control. • When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press feature settings submenu. • Use the using the • to enter the keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by keys.
English 20 Display Mode Wall Color Brightness Contrast Saturation English Color There are many factory presets optimized for various types of image. • Bright: For high brightness environments. • Presentation: Higher brightness for meetings and presentations. • Standard: For normal environments. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Education: For education environment. • Picture: For pictures. • Game: For game content.
Adjusts the color balance of red and green. • Press to increase the amount of green in the image. • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Dynamic Black Choose On to dim the projector lamp which will automatically detect the brightness level of the content and reduce lamp power consumption (up to 70 percent). Choose Off to turn off Dynamic Black. Advanced Use this function to adjust advanced color settings. • Color Temperature: Adjust the color temperature.
22 English English Image P1223/D413D/EV-X34H X1223/D413/EV-X34 Projection • Front: The factory default setting. • Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. • Rear: When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. • Rear-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time.
Adjusts the sharpness of the image. • Press to decrease the sharpness. • Press to increase the sharpness. H. Position (horizontal position) • Press to move the image left. • Press to to move the image right. V. Position (vertical position) • Press to move the image down. • Press to move the image up. Frequency Frequency changes the projector's refresh rate to match the frequency of your computer’s graphics card.
24 English English Setting Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen. Startup Screen Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default Acer projector startup screen. • User: Use a customized picture from the screen capture function.
Use this function to customize the startup screen. To capture the image that you want to use as the startup screen, follow the instructions below. Note: Before proceeding with the following steps, make sure that the Keystone is set to the default value 0 and the aspect ratio is set to 4:3. For details, refer to "Image" on page 22. • Change the Startup Screen from the default setting (Acer) to User. • Press Screen Capture to customize the startup screen.
Security This projector is equipped with a useful security function for the administrator to manage projector use. Press to change the Security setting. If the security function is enabled, your must enter the Administrator Password first before changing the security settings. • Select On to enable the security function. The user has to enter a password to operate the projector. Please refer to the User Password section for details.
The Administrator Password can be used in both the Enter Administrator Password and Enter Password dialog boxes. • Press to change the Administrator Password. • The default Administrator Password is 1234. If you forgot your administrator password, do the following to retrieve the administrator password: • Press MENU for more than four seconds when the Enter Password or Enter Administrator Password dialog box is currently displayed. • Write down the Unlock ID and contact with Acer service center.
28 English English Management 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. High Altitutde Choose On to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at full speed continuously to allow for proper cooling of the projector. Turn Off Mode • Instant Off: Enables you to turn off the projector immediately, without fan cooling process, by pressing the power button twice.
Choose On to mute the volume. Choose Off to restore the volume. 3D 3D Choose On to enable the 3D functions supported by TI DLP 3D technology. Choose this item when using DLP 3D glasses, a quad buffer (NVIDIA or ATI) graphics card and HQFS format file or DVD with corresponding SW player. Choose Off to turn off 3D mode.
30 English Language English Language Choose the language for your OSD menu. Use the key to select your preferred language. Press to confirm the selection.
The Acer projector you have bought has integrated DLP 3D technology. Important: When you turn the 3D technology on, you will be shown a reminder that 3D is enabled. If you do not wish to view 3D content, you should turn it off, otherwise the image may not be projected at full brightness. Using DLP 3D technology Before you can enjoy the benefits of the DLP 3D technology, you will need to do the following. 1 Ensure your graphics card supports 3D playback.
Set 3D to On. 4 Alternatively, press on your projector’s remote control to open Acer e3D Management. From the 3D options, select On. 5 If you find that the 3D content is not displaying properly, try selecting 3D Sync Invert from the projector OSD or Acer e3D Management.
Using the stereoscopic player You need to have a stereoscopic player in order to view 3D content. The instructions below explain how to view 3D content using the stereoscopic player that is available at www.3dtv.at. Other players may have different procedures. 1 Open the stereoscopic player and set the viewing method by going to View > Viewing Method > Software pageflipping. 2 Open the 3D content in the player. Note: You need to view content at fullscreen resolution in order to get the 3D effects.
DLP 3D glasses are powered. In order to enhance battery life, they turn off after a few minutes of inactivity. Before you can view 3D content, you need to ensure the glasses are turned on. In many cases, there is a power switch on one of the arms that you can press, and an LED that indicates if the glasses are turned on or not. Note: Refer to the documentation that came with your glasses for instructions how to turn them on and how to change the battery.
If you find that the 3D content is not displaying properly, try selecting 3D Sync Invert from the projector OSD or Acer e3D Management.
36 English English Appendices Troubleshooting If you experience a problem with your Acer projector, refer to the following troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, please contact your local reseller or service center. Image problems and solutions # Problem Solution 1 No image appears onscreen • • • 2 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image [For PC (Windows 95/98/2000/XP)] • • Ensure the projector is properly connected as described in "Getting started" on page 8.
Image is unstable or flickering • • 5 Image has vertical flickering bar • • Adjust the Tracking to correct it. Refer to "Image" on page 22 for more information. Change the display color depth settings on your computer. Use Frequency to make an adjustment. Refer to "Image" on page 22 for more information. Check and reconfigure the display mode of your graphics card to make it compatible with the projector.
Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound • When the lamp reaches the end of its useful life, it will burn out and may make a loud popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, please refer to "Replacing the lamp" on page 41. OSD messages # Condition Message 1 Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working.
39 English English LED and alarm definitions LED indicators Indicator Power LED Temp LED Lamp LED Blue Blue Red Standby V -- -- Normal turn on mode Flashing for 30 seconds after power on then steady blue -- -- Download mode V Flashing Flashing Normal turn off mode V Solid on for 1 second Solid on for 1 second Turn on mode with cooling Flashing for 15 seconds then steady blue After 15 seconds then solid on for 45 seconds After 15 seconds then solid on for 45 seconds Lamp ignitio
1 2 3 4 Turn the projector off then unplug the power cord. Pull the dust filter out (Illustration #1). Clean or replace the dust filter. To put the dust filter back, reverse the previous steps. (Illustration #1) Cleaning the dust filter Clean the dust filter after every 1000 hours of use. If it is not cleaned periodically, it can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector.
The projector will detect the lamp life. You will be shown a warning message: Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested! When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has cooled down for at least 45 minutes before changing the lamp. Warning! Do not attempt to replace the lamp yourself. Contact the qualified service personnel for replacement.
If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the steps below: Drill four holes into a solid, structurally sound part of the ceiling, and secure the mount base. m m m 13 m 20 1 .9 49mm mm 8.4 130 mm Note: Screws are not included. Please obtain the appropriate screws for your type of ceiling. 2 Secure the ceiling rod using the appropriate type of four-cylinder screws.
Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Smaller Washer Large Washer Projector Bracket Supports projector and allows for adjustments Spacer - For heat dissipation Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space between the bracket and the projector to allow for proper heat distribution. Use two washers for extra support, if deemed necessary. 4 Attach the ceiling bracket to the ceiling rod.
44 English Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. English 5 Tightening Screw Allen Key 30° Allen Key Tightening Screw Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is listed in the table below. 3 mm diameter screws are enclosed in the screw pack. Models Screw Type B Diameter (mm) P1223/D413D/ 4 EV-X34H/X1223/ D413/EV-X34 Washer Type Length (mm) Large Small 8 V V SCREW SPEC. M4 x 8 mm 193.6 mm 139.0 mm 210.
The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications.
• • • • • • • • • Power cord VGA cable Remote control Batteries (for remote control) User's Manual CD Quick Start Guide Carrying case (optional) Screw pack Dust filter (optional) * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
47 English English Compatibility modes A. VGA analog 1 VGA analog - PC signal Modes Resolution V. Frequency [Hz] H. Frequency [kHz] VGA 640 x 480 60 31.47 640 x 480 72 37.86 640 x 480 75 37.50 640 x 480 85 43.27 640 x 480 119.51 61.60 800 x 600 56 35.20 800 x 600 60 37.88 800 x 600 72 48.08 800 x 600 75 46.88 800 x 600 85 53.67 800 x 600 119.85 77.20 1024 x 768 60 48.36 1024 x 768 70 56.48 1024 x 768 75 60.02 1024 x 768 85 68.67 1024 x 768 119.804 98.
3 VGA analog - Extended wide timing Modes Resolution V. Frequency [Hz] H. Frequency [kHz] WXGA 1280 x 768 60 47.78 1280 x 768 75 60.29 1280 x 768 85 68.63 1280 x 720 60 44.80 1280 x 720 75 56.00 1280 x 720 85 64.00 1280 x 800 60 49.60 1280 x 800 75 62.00 1440 x 900 60 55.90 1680 x 1050 60 65.30 1366 x 768 60 47.71 1920 x 1080-RB 60 66.60 1024 x 600 60 37.30 VGA analog - Component signal Modes Resolution V. Frequency [Hz] H.
SXGA QuadVGA SXGA+ UXGA 2 72 48.08 800 x 600 75 46.88 800 x 600 85 53.67 800 x 600 119.85 77.20 1024 x 768 60 48.36 1024 x 768 70 56.48 1024 x 768 75 60.02 1024 x 768 85 68.67 1024 x 768 119.804 98.80 1152 x 864 70 63.80 1152 x 864 75 67.50 1152 x 864 85 77.10 1280 x 1024 60 63.98 1280 x 1024 72 77.90 1280 x 1024 75 79.98 1280 x 1024 85 91.15 1280 x 960 60 60.00 1280 x 960 75 75.00 1280 x 960 85 86.00 1400 x 1050 50 54.00 1400 x 1050 60 65.
HDMI - Video signal Modes Resolution V. Frequency [Hz] H. Frequency [kHz] 480i 720 x 480 59.94 (29.97) 27.00 480p 720 x 480 59.94 31.47 576i 720 x 576 50 (25) 27.00 576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 720p 1280 x 720 60 45.00 720p 1280 x 720 50 37.50 1080i 1920 x 1080 60 (30) 33.75 1080i 1920 x 1080 50 (25) 33.75 1080p 1920 x 1080 60 67.50 1080p 1920 x 1080 50 56.
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. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this projector series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Radio device regulatory notice Note: The regulatory information below is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.
Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail:ru_jan@acer.com.tw And, Acer Italy s.r.l Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921, Fax: +39-02 9399-2913, www.acer.
Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan The standards listed below are applied to the product if built with WLAN module or wireless keyboard and mouse. R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard: z Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety -. EN60950-1 -. EN62311 z Article 3.1(b) EMC -. EN301 489-1 -. EN301 489-17 z Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages -. EN300 328 -. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN).
Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. A. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
