Acer Projector X1130/X1230/X1230S Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2009. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector X1130/X1230/X1230S Series User's Guide Original Issue: 1/2009 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, 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 turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector during operation.
vii Operating environment for using wireless function (Optional) Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your machine under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
viii Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems.
ix 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. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/ sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: "Lamp(s) contain Mercury, Dispose Properly.
x 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 unit 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 x Usage Notes x Precautions x 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 Projected Image 10 How to Optimize Image Size and Distance 11 How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusti
Appendices 26 Troubleshooting 26 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 30 Replacing the Lamp 31 Ceiling Mount Installation 32 Specifications 35 Compatibility Modes 37 Regulations and safety notices 40
1 Product Features This product is single-chip DLP® projector.
English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 5 1 6 7 2 8 3 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 (X1230/X1230S) 1 2 (X1130) 3 4 5 6 8 # 7 9 1 10 Description 3 4 5 8 # 9 Description 1 RS232 connector 6 Audio input connector 2 Monitor loop-through output connector 7 Audio output connector
English 4 Control Panel 1 2 7 LAMP TEMP IR 3 8 4 9 5 6 10 3 # Function Description 1 LAMP 2 IR Remote control receiver 3 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). 4 Power key and Power indicator LED Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/ Off" section. 5 MENU • Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits the OSD menu. • Confirms your selection of items.
5 # Function English Remote Control Layout 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Description 1 Power 2 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9). 3 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. 5 Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. Keystone Four directional select keys Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). Selects items or makes adjustments to your selection.
English 6 # Function Description 10 HDMITM To change source to HDMITM (for the model with 11 Infrared transmitter Sends signals to the projector. 12 Empowering key Enables unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. 13 FREEZE To pause the screen image. 14 HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide screen image; press again to display the image. 15 SOURCE Chooses RGB, component video, S-Video, composite video or HDTV source.
7 English Getting Started Connecting the Projector DVD player, Set-top box, HDTV receiver VGA Display D-Sub Speakers 3 5 D-Sub 2 W R R B G 5 2 HDTV adapter D-Sub D-Sub 1 RS232 RS232 Y 7 Video Output Y 6 4 S-Video Output 5 W R # Description # 5 Description 1 Power cord Audio cable 2 VGA cable 6 S-Video cable 3 VGA to component video/HDTV adapter 7 RS232 cable 4 Composite video cable Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timin
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 flash 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.). The projector will detect your source automatically.
9 1 To turn off the projector, press (POWER) twice. The message below will display onscreen for 10 seconds. "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process." 2 Immediately after powering off, the Power indicator LED will flash RED rapidly and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 120 seconds. This is to ensure that the system cools correctly. 3 Once the system has finished cooling, the Power indicator LED will turn solid RED which means the projector enters a standby mode.
English 10 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 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 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. X1130/X1230 If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 72" and 79". • Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 132 cm height is required when located at 3 m distance.
English 12 X1230S If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes around 164". • Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 275 cm height is required when located at 3 m distance. 164" Height: 275 cm From base to top of image 3m Desired distance Minimum Screen Size (Min zoom) Desired From base to Distance Diagonal top of image (m) (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) (cm) 1 55 111 x 83 92 2 109 222 x 167 183 2.
13 The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. X1130/X1230 To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 1.9 m and 2.1 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. • 50" Desired image size Height: 84 cm From base to top of image 2.1 m 1.9 m Desired Image Size Desired distance Distance (m) Top (cm) W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image < D > 30 61 x 46 1.1 1.
English 14 X1230S To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 0.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. • 50" Desired image size Height: 84 cm From base to top of image 0.9 m Desired distance Desired Image Size Diagonal (inch) Distance (m) Top (cm) W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image < D > 30 61 x 46 0.5 0.5 50 40 81 x 61 0.7 0.7 67 50 102 x 76 0.9 0.9 84 60 122 x 91 1.1 1.1 101 70 142 x 107 1.3 1.
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 input" 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 three Acer unique functions: "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", and "Acer ePower Management". Press " " for more than one second to launch the Onscreen Display main menu to modify its function. 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 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 .
English 18 Color There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Display Mode • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Standard: For common environment. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Blackboard: Blackboard mode can improve displayed color when you project onto darker surfaces. • User 1: Memorize user’s settings. • User 2: Memorize user’s settings. Adjusts the brightness of the image. Brightness Contrast • Press to darken the image.
19 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. Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer mode. Image Projection Front-Desktop • The factory default setting.
English 20 Rear-Ceiling • When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time. You can project from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection. Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. Aspect Ratio Auto Keystone Manual Keystone • Auto: Keep the image with original width-height ratio and maximize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.
21 Note: "Sharpness" function is not supported under computer mode. Setting Menu Location Chooses the OSD menu location on the display screen. Source Lock When this function is turned off, the projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. When this function is turned on, it will lock the current source channel before you press "SOURCE" on the control panel or remote control for next channel.
English 22 Security This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage the usage of the projector. Security Press to change the "Security" setting. If the security function is enabled, your must enter "Administrator Password" first before changing the security setting. • Select "On" to enable the security function. You have to enter password depending on the "Security Mode". Please refer to "User Password" section for details.
23 • Press to change "Administrator Password". The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234". If you forget your administrator password, do the following to retrieve the administrator password: • VGA OUT (Standby) • Enter the unique 6-digit "Universal Password" which is printed on the Security Card that came with your projector. This unique password will be accepted by the projector no matter what the administrator password is.
English 24 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. Auto Shutdown (Minutes) The projector will automatically shut down while there is no signal input detected after the setting time. Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
25 English Timer Timer Location Choose the location of the timer on the screen. Timer Start (or Stop) Press Timer Period (Minutes) Press Timer Volume Select this function to adjust the notification volume when the timer function is enabled and time is up. Timer Display Press to start or stop the timer. to adjust the timer period. to choose a timer display mode. Language Language Sets a language for the OSD menus. Use select your preferred language. • Press to confirm the selection.
English 26 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)) Solution • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as described in the "Getting Started" section.
27 4 5 6 7 8 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) The screen of the notebook computer is not displaying your presentation Image is unstable or flickering Image has vertical flickering bar Image is out of focus Image is stretched when displaying a "widescreen" DVD title • Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or remote control. • For an incorrectly displayed image: • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer.
English 28 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.
29 # 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. Please refer to "Cleaning and replacing the dust filter" for details. Projector Overheated.
English 30 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
31 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 30 minutes before changing the lamp.
English 32 Ceiling Mount Installation If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the steps below: 1 Drill four holes into a solid, structurally sound part of the ceiling, and secure the mount base. 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.
33 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Large Washer Smaller Washer Screw Type C Sliding Extension 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.
5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. Tightening Screw Allen Key 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 X1130/X1230/ X1230S Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small 3 25 V V 119 mm English 34 Screw M3 Depth 9.
35 The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation.
English 36 Power supply Universal AC input 100 - 240 V, input frequency 50/60 Hz Power consumption 280 W Operating temperature 0ºC to 40ºC / 32ºF to 104ºF I/O connectors • • • • • Power socket x 1 RS232 x 1 VGA input x 1 Composite video x 1 S-Video x 1 Below items are for X1230/X1230S only. Standard package contents • • • 3.5 mm audio jack input x 1 • • • • • • • • • AC power cord x 1 VGA output x 1 3.
37 1 English Compatibility Modes VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode Resolution VGA_60 VGA_72 VGA_75 640 x 480 VGA_85 V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 59.940 31.469 72.809 37.861 75.000 37.500 85.008 43.269 720 x 400_70 720 x 400 70.087 31.469 720 x 400_85 720 x 400 85.000 37.900 SVGA_56 56.000 35.200 SVGA_60 60.317 37.879 72.188 48.077 SVGA_75 75.000 46.875 SVGA_85 85.061 53.674 XGA_60 60.004 48.363 70.069 56.476 75.029 60.023 84.997 68.667 70.000 63.800 75.
English 38 1024 x 768@75Hz 1152 x 870@75Hz MAC19 MAC21 WXGA_60 1280 x 768 WXGA_75 2 3 75.020 60.241 75.060 68.680 60.000 47.400 74.890 60.290 WXGA_60 1280 x 720 59.94 45.000 WXGA_60 1280 x 800 59.81 49.702 WXGA+_60 1440 x 900 59.887 59.935 16:9 timing 1366 x 768 59.790 47.712 16:9 timing 1024 x 576 59.899 35.880 Acer AspireOne 1024 x 600 60.000 37.500 YPbPr Signal Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 480i 720 x 480 (1440 x 480) 59.94 15.
39 15.63 60 4.25 or 4.41 PAL-M 15.73 60 3.58 PAL-N 15.63 60 3.58 PAL-60 15.73 60 4.43 NTSC4.43 15.73 60 4.
English 40 Regulations and safety notices 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. Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.
English 42 European Union (EU) R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard: • • • Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety • EN60950-1:2001 • EN50371:2002 (SAR, general FR device) Article 3.1(b) EMC • EN301 489-1 V1.4.1 (common technical requirement) • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1 (for short range device) • EN301 489-17 V1.2.1 (for widerband data and HIPETLAN equipment) Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages • EN300 220-1 V1.3.
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.
English 44 Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3120 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.
