Acer Projector P5207B/N217E/PN-X15K/P5207i/ N217R/PN-X15F/P5307WB/N227E/ PN-W15K/P5307Wi/N227R/PN-W15F Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2013. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector P5207B/N217E/PN-X15K/P5207i/ N217R/PN-X15F/P5307WB/N227E/PN-W15K/ P5307Wi/N227R/PN-W15F Series User's Guide Original Issue: 03/2013 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
iii Information for Your Safety and Comfort Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
iv • • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices or lamp. Using electrical power • • • • • This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
v Product servicing 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.
vi • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact your dealer. Do not keep using this product to break or drop it. In this case contact your dealer for inspection. Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire. When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power. Do not frequently turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector during operation.
vii Caution for Listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • • • • • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. 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.
viii First Thing First Usage Notes Do: • 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 projector provided for ventilation. • Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit. • Use under the following conditions: • • • • In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.
First Thing First iii viii Usage Notes viii Precautions viii Introduction 1 Product Features 1 Package Overview 2 Projector Overview 3 Projector Outlook 3 Control Panel 4 Remote Control Layout 5 Getting Started Connecting the Projector Turning the Projector On/Off 7 7 8 Turning On the Projector 8 Turning Off the Projector 9 Adjusting the Projected Image 10 Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image 10 How to Optimize Image Size and Distance 11 How to Get a Preferred Image Si
Appendices Troubleshooting 32 32 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 36 Replacing the Lamp 37 Ceiling Mount Installation 38 Specifications 41 Compatibility Modes 43 Regulations and safety notices 47
1 Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP® projector, including the following outstanding features: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DLP® technology P5207B/N217E/PN-X15K/P5207i/ N217R/PN-X15F: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution, Auto/4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported P5307WB/N227E/PN-W15K/P5307Wi/N227R/PN-W15F: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution,Auto/Full/4:3/16:9/L.
English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure you have them all. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front/upper side 5 1 6 7 2 3 8 4 # Description # Description 1 Power key and Power indicator LED 5 Control panel 2 Projection lens 6 Zoom ring 3 Elevator button 7 Focus ring 4 Lens cap 8 Remote control receiver Rear side 1 23 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 DC OUT 12 13 # 14 15 12 Description # 9 Description 1 Remote control receiver S-Video input connector Composite video input connector 2 Mini USB connector 3 LAN (RJ45 port fo
English 4 Control Panel 1 2 3 7 8 4 9 5 10 6 4 # Function Description 1 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED. 2 POWER indicator Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. LED 3 Power key Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 4 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). 5 MENU Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits the OSD menu.
5 English Remote Control Layout A-38100 CAUTION LASER RADIATIONDO NOT STARE INTO BEAM MAX OUTPUT: <1mW WAVE LENGTH: 650nm CLASS II LASER PRODUCT LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT This product complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. LASER MODULE : M - 5.2 - 6.5 x 12 - 6 x 6 30 MC.JG211.004 # Function Description 1 Infrared transmitter Sends signals to the projector.
English 6 # 11 Function Description Rewinds/Plays/Pauses/Stops/Fast-forwards the playing Rewind media files. Play/Pause Stop Fast-forward 12 VGA To change source to VGA. This connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i/1080p), and YCbCr (480i/576i). 13 COMPONENT To change source to Component video. This connector supports YPbPr. 14 SD/USB A To change source to SD/USB A. This projector only supports files in JPEG/BMP format.
7 English Getting Started Connecting the Projector VGA 5 11 RS232 DVD player, Set-top box, HDTV receiver USB Display D-Sub Video/S-Video Output R B G Y 10 2 8 9 R B G 10 W R D-Sub RS232 7 Microphone 6 3 5 2 D-Sub HDTV adapter 14 D-Sub USB 1 Speakers Screen 13 5 DC OUT 12 Y # Description 1 Power cord 2 3 # 4 Description 8 HDMI cable VGA cable 9 3 RCA component cable VGA to component video/HDTV adapter 10 RJ45 cable 4 Composite video cable 11 USB cable 5 A
English 8 Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will light red. 3 Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) on the control panel or remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. 4 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player, etc.). • If the screen displays "No Signal", please make sure the signal cables are securely connected.
9 1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears: "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process" Press the power button again. 2 The LED Power indicator will turn solid red to indicate standby mode. 3 It is now safe to unplug the power cord.
English 10 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image The projector is equipped with two elevator feet 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 the button to lock the elevator foot into position. 3 Use Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1 Press the elevator button.
11 Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. • P5207B/N217E/PN-X15K/P5207i/ N217R/PN-X15F If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 65" and 105". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 176 cm height is required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
English 12 • P5307WB/N227E/PN-W15K/P5307Wi/N227R/PN-W15F If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 78" and 124". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 198 cm height is required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
13 The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. • P5207B/N217E/PN-X15K/P5207i/ N217R/PN-X15F To obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance between 2.0 m and 3.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. 70" Desired image size Height: 117 cm From base to top of image 2.0 m 3.
English 14 • P5307WB/N227E/PN-W15K/P5307Wi/N227R/PN-W15F To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 1.7 m and 2.7 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. 70" Desired image size Height: 112 cm From base to top of image 1.7 m 2.7 m Desired Image Size Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) 30 65 x 40 40 Desired distance Distance (m) Top (cm) Max zoom Min zoom 1.2 48 86 x 54 1.0 1.5 64 50 108 x 67 1.2 1.9 80 60 129 x 81 1.4 2.
15 English User Controls Installation Menu The Installation menu provides an Onscreen Display (OSD) for projector installation and maintenance. Use the OSD only when the message "No signal" is displayed on the screen. 1 Turn on the projector by pressing remote control. 2 Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote control to launch the OSD for projector installation and maintenance.
English 16 Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Key Acer Empowering Key provides four Acer unique functions: "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", "Acer ePower Management" and "Acer e3D Management". Press " " repeatedly to cycle through these functions. Acer eView Management Press " " to launch "Acer eView Management". "Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection. Please refer to the "Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus" section for more details.
17 Press " " to launch "Acer e3D Management". "Acer e3D Management" provides you one shortcut to adjust 3D settings. Please refer to the "Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus" section for more details.
English 18 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus The projector has multilingual Onscreen Display (OSD) menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Using the OSD menus • To open the OSD menu, press "MENU" on the control panel or remote control. • When the OSD is displayed, use to select an item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press for feature setting. • Use to enter a submenu to select the desired item and adjust the settings by using .
19 English Color There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Display Mode Wall Color • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher brightness. • Standard: For common environment. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • User: Memorize user’s settings. Use this function to choose a proper color according to the wall. There are several choices, including White, Light Yellow, Light Blue, Pink and Dark Green.
English 20 Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated colors. Saturation • Press image. to decrease the amount of color in the • Press image. to increase the amount of color in the Adjusts the color balance of red and green. Tint • Press image. to increase the amount of green in the • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Color Temperature Adjusts the color temperature.
21 Projection English Image • Front-Desktop: The factory default setting. • Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. • Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so that you can project behind a translucent screen. • Rear-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time.
English 22 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 move the image right. V. Position (Vertical Position) • Press to move the image down. • Press to move the image up. Sharpness Frequency Changes the projector’s refresh rate to match the frequency of your computer’s graphics card.
23 Startup Screen English Setting Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, it will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use the memorized 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.
English 24 Auto Screen VGA OUT (Standby) The up/down move of your electronic screen relates to power on/off of the projector. Selecting "On" enables the function. The projector can output a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the VGA IN (or VGA IN 1) and VGA OUT sockets are correctly connected to the devices. Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption. Reset Press after choosing "Yes" to return the display parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.
25 • Press • Use the numerical keys on the remote control to set the password and press "MENU" to confirm. • To delete the digits, Press • Enter the password again when you see "Confirm Password" displayed. • The password should be 4~8 digits in length. • If you select "Request password only after plugging power cord", you are requested to input the password every time the power cord is plugged.
English 26 About LAN Setting Note 1 : An overview of the remote network operation page See Note 2 and Note 3. To switch input signals, click your desired signal. These buttons function the same as those on the OSD menus, projector control panel, or remote control. Note 2 : An overview of the Tools page You can enter the projector information. You can adjust the LAN control settings.
27 English Management ECO Mode Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp, which will also lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend the lamp life. Choose "Off" to return to the normal mode. High Altitude Choose "On" to turn on the High Altitude mode. When this function is turned on, the projector fans operate at full speed continuously to cool down the projector’s temperature.
English 28 Audio Volume Microphone Volume Mute Power On/Off Volume Alarm Volume • Press to decrease the volume. • Press to increase the volume. • Press to decrease the microphone volume. • Press to increase the microphone volume. • Choose "On" to turn mute on. • Choose "Off" to turn mute off. Select this function to adjust the notification volume when turning the projector on/off. Select this function to adjust the volume of any warning notifications.
29 English 3D Selects "On" to enable the 3D function supported by DLP 3D technology. 3D • On: Select this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad buffer (NVIDIA/ATI...) graphics card and HQFS format file or DVD with corresponding SW player. • Off: Turns off the 3D mode. 3D Format If the 3D content is not displayed correctly, you can select a 3D format that suits the 3D content you are viewing and obtain the best result.
English 30 Note: Supported 3D signal timings: Signal source type Supported timing Video/S-Video/Component video HQFS 3D (480i@60Hz), 576i@50Hz VGA/HDMI (PC mode) 640 x 480@50/60/100/120Hz 800 x 600@50/60/100/120Hz 1024 x 768@50/60/100/120Hz 1280 x 800@50/60/100/120Hz HDMI HQFS 3D (480i@60Hz, 576i@50Hz) Frame Packing (1080p@23.98/24Hz, 720p@50/60Hz) Side-by-Side Horizontal (1080i@50/60Hz, 1080p@50/60Hz) Top-and-Bottom (720p@50/60Hz, 1080p@23.
English 32 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 # 1 2 Problem No image appears onscreen Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For PC (Windows 95/98/2000/XP/ Win7/Vista)) Solution • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as described in the "Getting Started" section.
33 4 5 6 7 8 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) • • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control. • If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or your monitor freezes, restart all equipment including the projector. • If you are using a Microsoft® Windows® based notebook: Some notebook PCs may deactivate their own screens when a second display device is in use. Each has a different way to be reactivated. Refer to your computer's manual for detailed information.
English 34 9 10 11 Image is too small or too large Image has slanted sides Image is reversed • • Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector. • Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote control. Go to "Image" > "Aspect Ratio" and try different settings. • If possible, reposition the projector so that it is centered on the screen and below the bottom of the screen. • Press the Keystone correction keys on the control panel or remote control until the image becomes square.
35 # 1 Condition Message Message Reminder Fan Fail - the system fan is not working. Fan Fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon. Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to cool down before it is used. Please also check the dust filters if they are installed. If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
English 36 LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Message Power LED LAMP LED TEMP LED Red Blue Red Red Standby (Power cord plugged in) V -- -- -- Power on -- V -- -- Lamp retry -- Quick flashing -- -- Turning off (Cooling state) Quick flashing -- -- -- Turning off (Cooling completed) V -- -- -- Error (Thermal failure) -- V -- V Error (Fan lock failure) -- V -- Quick flashing Error (Lamp breakdown) -- V V -- Error (Color wheel failure) -- V Quick flas
37 Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover, and then pull out 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, change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 45 minutes before changing the lamp.
Ceiling Mount Installation 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 130 mm mm 8.4 English 38 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 cylinder screws.
39 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Screw Type C Sliding Extension Large Washer Projector Bracket Supports projector and allows for adjustments Smaller Washer 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.
5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. 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 P5207B/N217E/PN-X15K/P5207i/ N217R/ PN-X15F/P5307WB/N227E/PN-W15K/ P5307Wi/N227R/PN-W15F Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small 3 25 V V 149.5 mm English 40 Screw M3 Depth 9.5 mm 242.
41 The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation.
English 42 Power consumption (typical) 460 W Operating temperature 0ºC to 40ºC / 32ºF to 104ºF I/O connectors • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Power socket x 1 • • • • • • • • • • AC power cord x 1 • • • Carrying case x 1 Standard package contents Accessory (optional) RS232 x 1 VGA input x 2 VGA output x 1 Composite video x 1 S-Video x 1 3.5 mm audio jack input x 2 3.5 mm audio jack output x 1 HDMI x 2 RJ45 LAN input x 1 USB (Type mini B) x 1 12 V DC output x 1 (Max.
43 1 English Compatibility Modes VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode VGA SVGA XGA Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 SXGA 1280 x 1024 V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 60 31.47 72 37.86 75 37.50 85 43.27 120 61.91 56 35.20 60 37.88 72 48.08 75 46.88 85 53.67 120 77.43 60 48.36 70 56.48 75 60.02 85 68.68 120 98.96 70 63.85 75 67.50 85 77.10 60 63.98 72 76.97 75 79.98 85 91.15 1280 x 960 60 60.00 1280 x 960 75 75.
44 60 47.78 1280 x 768 75 60.29 1280 x 768 85 68.63 1280 x 720 60 45.00 1280 x 800 60 49.70 1280 x 800 - RB 120 101.6 1440 x 900 60 55.94 1680 x 1050 60 65.29 47.71 English 1280 x 768 WXGA 2 1366 x 768 60 1920 x 1080-RB 60 66.60 1920 x 1080-EIA 60 67.50 1024 x 600 60 37.50 1920 x 1200-RB 59.95 74.04 HDMI - PC Signal V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] VGA_60 59.94 31.469 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 Mode VGA_75 Resolution 640 x 480 75 37.5 VGA_85 85.008 43.
45 1400 x 1050 59.978 UXGA_60 1600 x 1200 60 75 Mac G4 640 x 480@60Hz 59.94 31.469 MAC13 640 x 480@67Hz 66.667 35 Mac G4 800 x 600@60Hz 60.317 37.879 Mac G4 1024 x 768@60Hz 60.004 48.363 MAC19 1024 x 768@75Hz 75.02 60.241 MAC21 1152 x 870@75Hz 75.061 68.681 59.87 47.776 1280 x 768 74.893 60.289 84.837 68.633 WXGA_60 WXGA_75 WXGA_85 3 65.317 WXGA_60 1280 x 720 60 45 WXGA_60 1280 x 800 59.81 49.702 WXGA_120 1280 x 800 119.909 101.563 55.
English 46 4 YPbPr Signal Mode 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080p 1080p 1080p 1080p 5 Resolution 720 x 480 720 x 480 720 x 576 720 x 576 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 V.Frequency [Hz] 59.94 59.94 50.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 24.00 23.98 H.Frequency [KHz] 15.73 31.47 15.63 31.25 45.00 37.50 33.75 28.13 67.5 56.26 27.00 26.97 H.Frequency [KHz] 60 50 50 60 50 60 60 fsc (MHz) 3.58 4.43 4.25 or 4.41 3.58 3.
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.
English 48 Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens 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.
This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact a local office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for the latest country list.
English 50 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.
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.
