Acer CWX1139 LK-W20, CWX1139 L320, CWX1139 K335 User Manual

Acer Projector

K335/L320/LK-W20 Series

User's Guide

Copyright © 2013. Acer Incorporated.
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Acer Projector K335/L320/LK-W20 Series User's Guide
Original Issue: 02/2013

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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.

Caution for plug as disconnecting device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to
the external power supply unit:

• Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC

power outlet.

• Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the

projector.

• If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the

system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

Caution for Accessibility

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. When you need to
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.

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Warnings!

• Do not use this product near water.

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product

falls, it could be seriously damaged.

• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into
the product.

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• 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.

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.

• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this

product where people will walk on the cord.

• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total

ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse
rating.

• 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 insert
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for
details.

Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is
not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.

Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected
noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with
the performance of this product.

• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need

to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE
approved or its equivalent, 4.5 meters (15 feet) maximum length.

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.

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

• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service

• the product does not operate normally after following the operating

instructions

Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal condition.

Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding
or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options.

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Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of
the reach of small children.

Additional safety information

• Do not look into the projector's lens when the light is on. The bright may

hurt your eyes.

• Turn on the projector first and then signal sources

• Do not place the product in following environments:

• Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls
and free flow of air around the projector is necessary.

• Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as inside of a
car with all windows rolled up.

• Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate
optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image.

• Locations near fire alarms.

• Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 ºC/104 ºF.

• Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet.

• Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector. Do

not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your projector. It

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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, suggest to 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. The best way is to wait for the fan to turn off
before turning main power off.

• Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot.

• Clean the air filter frequently if have. The temperature inside may rise and

cause damage when the filter/ventilation slots clogged with dirt or dust.

• Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may

hurt your eyes.

• Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector is

on.

• Do not block the projector lens with any object when the projector is

under operation as this could cause the object to become heated and
deformed or even cause a fire.

• Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high

voltages inside which may hurt you. Refer servicing only to suitable
qualified professional service personnel.

• Do not stand the projector on end vertically. It may cause the projector to

fall over, causing injury or damage.

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.

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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://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm

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First things 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.

• In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.

• Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.

• Place In direct sunlight.

Precautions

Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this
user's guide to maximize the life of your unit.

Warning:

• Do not look into the projector's lens when the light is on. The bright may hurt your

eyes.

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or

moisture.

• Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock.

• When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling

cycle before disconnecting power.

• Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.

• Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.

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First things first 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

MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control 7

Getting Started 9

Connecting the Projector 9

Turning the Projector On/Off 10

Turning on the Projector 10

Turning the projector off 11

Adjusting the Projected Image 12

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 12

How to optimize image size and distance 13

User Controls 15

Installation menu 15

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 16

Color 17

Image 19

Setting 21

Management 21

Audio 22

3D 22

Language 23

Appendices 24

Troubleshooting 24

Contents

LED & Alarm Definition Listing 28

Ceiling Mount Installation 29

Specifications 32

Compatibility modes 34

Regulations and safety notices 38

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Introduction

Product Features

This product is a single-chip DLP® projector. Outstanding features include:

• DLP

• 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution

• Versatile display modes (Bright, Standard, Movie, Dark Cinema, Game,

• NTSC/PAL/SECAM compatible and HDTV (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p)

• Compact size projector facilitates business purposes and home

• Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management

• Equipped with HDMI

• Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations.

• Multi-language on screen display (OSD) menus.

• Environmental light source and longer life by LED solution.

• Enjoy media playback via USB, RAM and SD card reader.

• Microsoft

• Support MHL V1.2 signal display.

®

technology

Auto, Full, 4:3, 16:9, L.Box aspect ratio supported.

Sports, User) enable optimum performance in any situation.

supported.

entertainment.

approach and physical efficiency improvement.

TM

connection supporting HDCP.

®

Windows® 2000, XP, Vista® Windows® 7, Windows® 8,

®

Macintosh

OS compliant.

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English

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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.

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ACK
B

Projector Power cord Composite video cable

HIDE INFO

A/a

RATIO

ZOOM

MODE

SOURCE

MENU

MEDIA

ENTER

SETUP

BACK

HOME

PgUp

PgDn

2 x Batteries VGA cable Remote control

K335/
L320/

LK-W20

Series

P/N:MC.JG711.003

Carrying case User's guide Quick start guide

USB WiFi adapter

(option)

P/N:MC.JG711.005

Quick start guide

(for multi-media and

wireless functions)

Mutimedia Quick Start Guide

User's guide

(for multi-media and

wireless functions)

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Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

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3

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3

2

# Description # Description

1

Zoom Lens

2

Tilt adjusting wheel

3

Remote control receivers

Rear side

3

12

4

ENTE

1

4

Focus ring

5

Power button

6

Control panel

5

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4

5

7 8

6

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USB BUSB A

10

(MHL)

9

VGA!IN!

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

IN

# Description # Description

1 SD Card reader 6 Composite video input connector

2 USB A connector (for multimedia) 7 Audio output connector

3 Mini USB 8 Audio input connector

4 HDMI connector 9 Power socket

PC analog signal/HDTV/component

5

video input connector

10 Kensington™ lock port

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4

Control Panel

3

2

9

8

BACK

4

ENTER

5

10

6

1

9

7

# Icon Function Description

1 POWER Power button and Power Indicator LED.

See the contents in "Turning the Projector

On/Off" section.
2 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED.
3 TEMP Temp Indicator LED.
4 Back/Stop Stop playing media file or go back to upper

BACK

data folder.
5 Enter/ Play/Pause

ENTER

Confirm your selection of items or play/

pause media file.
6MENU • Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen

display (OSD) menu, back to the
previous step for the OSD menu

operation or exit the OSD menu.
7 SOURCE Changes the active source.
8 Remote control

Receives signals from remote control.

receiver

9 Keystone Adjusts the image to compensate for

distortion caused by tilting the projector (±
40 degrees).

10 Four directional select

keys

Use the keys to select items or make
adjustments to your selection.

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Remote Control Layout

1

3

5

7

9

RATIO

HIDE INFO

ZOOM

MODE

A/a

SOURCE

11

13

MENU

14

Model No:E-26131

15

17

19

22

BACK

PgUp

MEDIA

ENTER

SETUP

HOME

PgDn

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MC.JG711.001

# Icon Function Description

1 Infrared

transmitter

2 HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the

3 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.

Sends signals to the projector.

image, press again to display the image.

2

4

6

8

10

12

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21

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4 INFO To display the projector information.

5 RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto, 4:3, 16:9, L.Box).

6 A/a Press “A/a” to select subtitle.

7 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.

8 MODE Press “MODE” to select display mode.

9

3D

Press "3D" to select 3D models.

10 SOURCE Changes the active source.

11 MENU • Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD)

menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu
operation or exit the OSD menu.

• Confirm your selection of items.

12 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by

tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).

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# Icon Function Description

13 Four

14 VOLUME Decreases / Increases the volume.

15 HOME Press to return to the Home page of Media mode.

16 SETUP Press to enter media OSD setting.

17 BACK Press to go back to the previous screen.

18 ENTER Press to play media file or confirm the setting.

19 Rewind Press to rewind the media file.

20 Play/Pause Toggles between playback and pause.

21 Fast forward Press to fast forward the media file.

22 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or

23 Next Press to the next media file.

24 Previous Press to previous the media file.

25 Stop Discontinues playback.

directional
select keys

Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make
adjustments to your selection.

previous page. This function is only available when USB Ctrl
connector(USB type B) is connected to a computer via a USB
cable.

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MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control

HIDE INFO

ZOOM

MENU

MODE

ENTER

A/a

SETUP

MEDIA

HOME

PgDn

PgUp

BACK

RATIO

SOURCE

8

7

10

9

4

3

11

1

12

13

2

5

6

MHL Control Mode

MHL Control Mode Exit MHL Control

Navigation

MHL Control Mode

Multi-Media

MHL Control Mode Exit MHL Control

MODE

SOURCE

MENU

BACK

ENTER

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# Icon Component Description

1MODE• Press "MODE" button for one second to activate the

2 SOURCE Press the "SOURCE" button to toggle between Navigation

3 MENU Press to launch the root menu. (only for Navigation mode)

4 Direction Keys Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make

5 Volume Down Decreases the volume. (only for Multi-Media mode)

6 Volume Up Increases the volume. (only for Multi-Media mode)

7 Exit To exit the file. (only for Navigation mode)

8 Enter To enter the file. (only for Navigation mode)

9 Backward Scans backward during the file playback. (only for Multi-

10 Play/Pause Toggles between playback and pause. (only for Multi-

11 Forward Scans forward through the file playback. (only for Multi-

MHL Control Mode.

• To exit, press the "MODE" button again.

or Multi-Media mode.

adjustments to your selection. (only for Navigation mode)

Media mode)

Media mode)

Media mode)

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PgDn

PgUp

# Icon Component Description

12 PgUp/PgDn Use the button to select the next or previous page. (only

13 Stop Discontinues playback. (only for Multi-Media mode)

for Navigation mode)

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Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

USB

D-Sub

7

6

SD CARD

1

10

USB

USB BUSB A

(MHL)

HDMI

5

HDMI

DVD player

2

D-Sub

VGA!IN!

HDTV adapter

3

RBG

4

Video Output

Y

8

Y

VIDEO

OUT

DVD player,
Set-top Box,
HDTV receiver

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AUDIO

English

9

R

W

IN

9

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W

# Description # Description

1Power cord 6SD card

USB disk/stick

2 VGA cable

(*)

7

USB WiFi adapter

3 VGA to component/HDTV adapter 8 Composite video cable

4 3 RCA component cable 9 Audio cable Jack/RCA

5 HDMI cable 10 USB cable

Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
Note: USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m.

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Turning the Projector On/Off

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Turning on the Projector

1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The

Power indicator LED will flash red.

2 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel,

and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.(Illustration #2)

3 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The

projector will detect your source automatically.

• If the screen displays "No Signal", please make sure the signal cables
are securely connected.

• If you connect to multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source"
button on either control panel or the remote control or direct source
key on the remote control to switch between inputs.

Power button

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BACK

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Turning the projector off

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 LED power indicator will turn RED and blink rapidly after the projector

is turned off, and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 30 sec to
ensure that the system cools properly.

3 Once the system has finished cooling, the LED power indicator will stop

blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode.

4 It is now safe to unplug the power cord.

Warning indicators:

• "Projector Overheated. Will automatically turn off soon."
This onscreen message indicates that the projector has overheated.
The projector will automatically shut down. Contact your local dealer
or service center.

• "Fan failed. Will automatically turn off soon."
This onscreen message indicates that the fan has failed. The projector
will automatically shut down. Contact your local dealer or service
center.

Note: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down, contact
your local reseller or service center.

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Adjusting the Projected Image

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Adjusting the Height of Projected Image

The projector is equipped with tilt adjusting wheel for adjusting the height of
image.

To raise/lower the image:

1 Use Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle.

Tilt adjusting wheel

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screen size

49.7"

How to optimize image size and distance

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 1.5 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes

49.7".

Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 70 cm height is
required when located at 1.5 m distance.

screen size

49.7"

Height:
70cm

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A

1.5m
Desired Distance

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Screen size

Desired

Distance (m)

<A>

0.91 30.0 64 x 40 42

1.00 33.2 71 x 45 47

1.25 41.5 89 x 56 59

1.50 49.7 107 x 67 70

2.00 66.3 143 x 89 94

2.41 80.0 172 x 108 113

Zoom Ratio: 1.0x

Diagonal (inch)

<B>

(Min zoom)

W (cm) x H (cm)

Top

From base

to top of

image (cm)

<C>

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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.

The menu options include settings and adjustments for screen size and distance,
focus, keystone correction and more .

1 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad.

2 Press the "MENU" button on the control pad to launch the OSD for

projector installation and maintenance.

3 The background pattern acts as a guide to adjusting the calibration and

alignment settings, such as screen size and distance, focus and more .

4 The Installation menu includes the following options:

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•Projection Mode

•Projection Location

•Auto Keystone settings

•Manual Keystone settings

•Language settings

•Reset to factory default function

Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, the left and right
arrow keys to adjust selected option settings, and the right arrow key to
enter a submenu for feature setting. The new settings will be saved
automatically upon exiting the menu.

5 Push the menu button anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer

welcome screen.

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Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus

English

The projector has multilingual OSD 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 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 to enter
submenu for feature setting.

• Use the keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by

using the keys.

• Select the next item to be adjusted in the submenu and adjust as described

above.

• Press "MENU" on the remote control, the screen will return to the main

menu.

• To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control again. The OSD menu

will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings.

Main menu

Sub menu

Setting

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Color

Display Mode

Wall color

Brightness

Contrast

Saturation

Tint

Color
Temperature

There are many factory presets optimized for various types of
images.

• Bright: For brightness optimization.

• Standard: For common environment.

• Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing.

• Dark Cinema: For dark movie content.

• Game: For game content.

• Sports: For sport picture.

• 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, dark green. It will compensate the color deviation due to the
wall color to show the correct image tone.

Adjust the brightness of the image.

• Press to darken image.

• Press to lighten the image.

"Contrast" controls the difference between the lightest and
darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the
amount of black and white in the image.

• Press to decrease the contrast.

• Press to increase the contrast.

Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated
color.

• Press to decrease the amount of color in the image.

• Press to increase the amount of color in the image.

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.

Use this function to choose CT1, CT2, CT3, User mode.

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Dynamic Black

Gamma

Choose "On" to automatically optimize the display of dark movie
scenes enabling them to be shown in incredible detail.

Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma
value, dark scenery looks brighter.

Advanced Brilliant Color

Produces an expanded on-screen color spectrum that delivers
enhanced color saturation for bright, true-to-life images. This
feature is "On" by default.

White Peaking

Increases the brightness of whites that are near 100%. (video
sources only)

Noise Reduction

Adjusts signal noise reduction."0" means the noise reduction is off,
">0" increase noise reduction.

Black Extension

Analyzes the current input image and calculates an offset value
which is then added to the analog to digital converter black level
value. This ensures optimum black level for each analog source.

Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer
mode or HDMI mode.

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Image

Projection mode

Projection Location

Aspect Ratio

Auto Keystone Automatically adjusts vertical image.

Maunal Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees)

• Front: The factory default setting.

• Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from behind a

translucent screen.

• Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image.

• Desktop

• Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted

projection.

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.

• 4:3: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and displayed

using a 4:3 ratio.

• 16:9: The image will be scaled to fit the width of the screen and

the height adjusted to display the image using a 16:9 ratio.

• Full: Resize image to fit full screen by width (1280 pixels) and

height (800 pixels).

• L.Box: Keep original signal aspect ratio and zoom in by 1.333

times.

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<Note> The Manual Keystone function is unavailable under Auto
Keystone setting to "On".

Sharpeness Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

• Press to decrease the sharpness.

• Press to increase the sharpness.

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H. Position
(Horizontal
position)

V. Position
(Vertical position)

• Press to move the image left.

• Press to move the image right.

• Press to move the image down.

• Press to move the image up.

Frequency "Frequency" changes the projector's refresh rate to match the

Tracking Synchronizes the signal timing of the projector with the graphics card.

HDMI Color Range Adjust the color range of the HDMI image data to correct color display

frequency of your computer’s graphics card. If you can see a vertical
flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to make the
necessary adjustments.

If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to
correct it.

error.

• Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player.

•

Limited Range: Prosess the input image as limited color range data.

• Full Range: Prosess the input image as full color range data.

HDMI Scan Info Adjust the overscan ratio of the HDMI image on screen.

• Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player.

• Underscan: Always no overscan on HDMI image.

• Overscan: Always keep overscan on HDMI image.

Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions
are not supported under HDMI, DVI or Video mode.
Note: "Sharpness" functions is not supported under HDMI (RGB) or
Computer mode.
Note: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" functions are only
supported under HDMI mode.

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Setting

Closed Caption Selects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3,

Reset

CC4, (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area).
Select "Off" to turn off the captioning feature. This function is only
available when a composite video or S-Video input signal is
selected and its system format is NTSC.
<Note> Set your screen aspect ratio to 4:3. This function is not
available when the aspect ratio is "16:9" or "Auto" .

Press the button and choose "Yes" to return the parameters
on all menus to the factory default settings.

Management

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ECO Mode Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp which will lower power

High Altitude

Turn Off Mode

consumption, extend the lamp life and reduce noise. Choose "Off"
to return normal mode.

Choose "On" to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at
full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of
the projector.

• Instant Off: Shuts down the projector without fan cooling.

• Instant Resume: Resumes the system when the Power button

is pressed again within 2 minutes.

Auto Shutdown The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal

LED Calibration

input after the allocated time. (default is 120 minutes)

Press after choosing "Yes", please wait for 10 seconds to finish
the white color fine tune process. It helps to adjust LED color

performance.

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Audio

Volume

• Press to decrease the volume.

• Press to increase the volume.

Mute

• Choose "On" to mute the volume.

• Choose "Off" to restore the volume.

Power On/Off Volume

Alarm Volume

• 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.

3D

3D Choose "On" to enable DLP 3D function.

• On: Choose this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad

buffer (NVIDIA/ATI...) graphic card and HQFS format file or
DVD with corresponding SW player.

• Off: Turn off 3D mode.

3D Sync Invert If you see a discrete or overlapping image while wearing DLP 3D

glasses, you may need to execute "Invert" to get best match of
left/right image sequence to get the correct image (for DLP 3D).

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3D Warning Message Choose "On" to display the 3D warning message.

Note: It needs correct settings on graphic card 3D application program for
correct 3D display.
Note: The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media
Player can support 3D format files. You can download these three players
on web page below,

- Stereoscopic Player (Trial): http://www.3dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx

- DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial):
http://www.tridef.com/download/TriDef-3-D-Experience-4.0.2.html

Note: "3D Sync Invert" is only available when 3D is enabled.
Note: There has reminder screen if 3D still enable when power on projector.
Please adjust setting depended on your purpose.

Language

English

Language

Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the or key

to select your preferred menu language.

• Press to confirm the selection.

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Appendices

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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/
Vista/Win7))

• Connected as described in the "Getting Started"

section.

• Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or

broken.

• Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the

projector is switched on.

•

Press "RESYNC" on the remote control.

• For an incorrectly displayed image:

• Open "My Computer," open the "Control

Panel," and then double-click the "Display"
icon.

• Select the "Settings" tab.

• Verify that your display resolution setting is

lower than or equal to 1080P-EIA.

• Click the "Advanced Properties" button.

If the problem still appears, change the monitor display
you are using and follow the steps below:

• Verify that the resolution setting is lower than

or equal to 1080P-EIA.

• Click the "Change" button under the

"Monitor" tab.

• Click "Show all devices". Next, select "Standard

monitor types" under the SP box, and choose
the resolution mode you need under the
"Models" box.

• Verify that the resolution setting of the

monitor display is lower than or equal to
1080P-EIA.

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3 Partial, scrolling

or incorrectly
displayed image
(for notebooks)

4 The screen of the

notebook
computer is not
displaying your
presentation

5 Image is unstable

or flickering

6 Image has vertical

flickering bar

• Press "RESYNC" on the remote control.

• For an incorrectly displayed image:

• Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust

the resolution of your computer.

• Press the toggle output settings. Example:

[Fn]+[F4], Compaq [Fn]+[F4], Dell [Fn]+[F8],
Gateway [Fn]+[F4], IBM [Fn]+[F7], HP [Fn]+[F4],
NEC [Fn]+[F3], Toshiba [Fn]+[F5 ]

• If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or

your monitor freezes, restart all equipment
including the projector.

• If you are using a Microsoft

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.

• If you are using an Apple

notebook: In System Preferences, open Display and
select Video Mirroring "On".

®

Windows® based

®

Mac® OS based

• Adjust the "Tracking" to correct it. Refer to the

"Image" section for more information.

• Change the display color depth settings on your

computer.

• Use "Frequency" to make an adjustment. Refer to

the "Image" section for more information.

• Check and reconfigure the display mode of your

graphics card to make it compatible with the
projector.

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7 Image is out of

focus

8 Image is stretched

when displaying a
"widescreen"
DVD title

• Make sure the lens cap is removed.

• Adjusts the focus ring on the projector lens.

• Make sure the projection screen is within the

required distance of 2.99-7.87 feet (0.91-2.40 meters)
from the projector. Refer to the "How to Get a
Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and
Zoom" section for more information.

When you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic or 16:9
aspect ratio you may need to adjust the following
settings:

• If you play a 4:3 format DVD title, please change the

format to 4:3 in the projector OSD.

• If the image is still stretched, you will also need to

adjust the aspect ratio. Set up the display format to
16:9 (wide) aspect ratio on your DVD player.

• If you play an Letterbox(LBX) format DVD title,

please change the format to Letterbox(LBX) in the
projector OSD.

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9 Image is too small

or too large

• Adjust the zoom ring on the top of the projector.

• Move the projector closer to or further from the

screen.

• Press "MENU" on the remote control or on the

control panel. Go to "Image --> Aspect Ratio" and
try different settings.

10 Image has slanted

sides

• If possible, reposition the projector so that it is

centered on the screen.

• Press the "Keystone / " on the OSD or the

remote control until the sides are vertical.

11 Image is reversed

• Select "Image --> Projection" on the OSD and adjust

the projection direction.

Problems with the Projector

# Condition Solution

1 The projector stops responding

to all controls

If possible, turn off the projector, then
unplug the power cord and wait at least 30
seconds before reconnecting power.

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OSD Messages

# Condition Message Reminder

1 Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working.

Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its
recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to
cool down before it may be used.

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LED & Alarm Definition Listing

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LED Messages

Message

Input Power Plug Flash ON to

Standby -- -- ON --

Power button ON -- -- -- ON

Lamp retry -- -- -- Quick

Power off (Cooling
state)

Power button OFF:
Cooling completed;
Standby Mode

Error (Thermal
Failure)

Error (Fan lock) -- Quick

Error (Lamp
breakdown)

Lamp_LED Temp_LED Power_LED Power_LED

Red Red Red Blue

OFF 100ms

-- -- Quick

-- -- ON --

-- ON -- ON

ON -- -- ON

Flash ON to

OFF 100ms

Flashing

Flash ON to

OFF 100ms

Flashing

-- ON

Flashing

--

--

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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.

13

mm

20

mm

49.9

mm

mm

8.4

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.

Short Rod

130 mm

Ceiling Mount Base

- Attach to ceiling

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50 mm length / 8 mm diameter -

Screw Type A

Long Rod

Extension Rod

Long Cylinder Cap
Allen Key

- For tightening/looseni

Tightening Screw

Medium Rod

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3 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

Supports projector and allows -

for adjustments

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.

Screw Type A

50 mm length -

08 mm diameter

Projector Bracket

Spacer

- For heat dissipation

Large cylinder cap

Allen Key

- For tightening/loosening

Tightening Screw

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5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.

Tightening Screw

Allen Key

3

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 Washer Type

Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small

K335/L320/LK-W20 3 20 V V

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49 mm

41 mm

SCREW SPEC. M3 x 20 mm

62 mm

61 mm69 mm

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Specifications

The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final
specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications.

Projection system

Resolution WXGA (1280 x 800)

Computer compatibility IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and

Video compatibility NTSC (3.58/4.43), PAL (B/D/G/H/I/M/N), SECAM (B/D/G/

Aspect ratio Auto, Full, 4:3, 16:9, L.Box

Displayable colors 1.07 billion colors

Projection lens F# 1.5, f = 13.92 mm

Projection screen size (diagonal) 30" (0.76 m) - 80"(2.03 m)

Projection distance 2.99' (0.91 m) - 7.87' (2.40 m)

Throw ratio 1.4

Horizontal scan rate 30 k - 100 kHz

Vertical refresh scan rate 50 - 120 Hz

Keystone correction +/- 40 degrees

Audio Internal speaker with 3 W x 1 output

Weight 2.0 kg (4.41 lbs)

Dimensions (W x D x H) 231.98 mm x 165.77 mm x 46.3 mm (9.13" x 6.53" x

Power supply AC 100 – 240 V, 50-60 Hz

Power consumption Normal mode: 135 W +/- 10% @ 110 Vac

Operating temperature 5 ºC to 40 ºC / 41 ºF to 104 ºF

I/O connectors

®

DLP

VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA, WXGA

K/K1/L), HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p), EDTV (480p,
576p), SDTV (480i, 576i)

1.82")

ECO mode: 110 W +/-10% @ 110 Vac
Standby < 0.5 W

• Power socket x1

• SD x1

• USB A x1: for multimedia

• Mini USB B x 1: for DoUSB

• HDMI (MHL) x1

• VGA input x1

• Composite input x1

• Audio input x1

• Audio output x 1

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Standard package contents

• AC power cord x1

• VGA cable x1

• Composite video x1

• Remote control x1

• Battery x 2 (for remote control)

• User's guide (CD-ROM) x1 (for projector

function)

• User's guide (CD-ROM) x1 (for multi-media and

wireless functions)

• Quick start guide x1 (for projector function)

• Quick start guide x1 (for multi-media and

wireless functions)

• Carrying case x1

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Compatibility modes

A. VGA Analog

1 VGA Analog - PC Signal

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]

VGA 640x480 60 31.5

640x480 72 37.9
640x480 75 37.5
640x480 85 43.3
640x480 120 61.9

SVGA 800x600 56 35.1

800x600 60 37.9
800x600 72 48.1
800x600 75 46.9
800x600 85 53.7
800x600 120 77.4

XGA 1024x768 60 48.4

1024x768 70 56.5
1024x768 75 60.0
1024x768 85 68.7
1024x768 120 99.0

SXGA 1152x864 70 63.8

1152x864 75 67.5

1152x864 85 77.1
1280x1024 60 64.0
1280x1024 72 77.0
1280x1024 75 80.0

QuadVGA 1280x960 60 60.0

1280x960 75 75.2

SXGA+ 1400x1050 60 65.3
PowerBook G4 640x480 60 31.4
PowerBook G4
PowerBook G4
PowerBook G4 1024x768 60 48.4
PowerBook G4 1152x870 75 68.7
PowerBook G4 1280x960 75 75.0

i Mac DV (G3) 1024x768 75 60.0

640x480 66.6 (67) 34.9
800x600 60 37.9

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2 VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
WXGA 1280x768 60 47.8

1280x768 75 60.3
1280x768 85 68.6
1280x720 60 44.8
1280x800 60 49.6
1440x900 60 59.9

WSXGA+ 1680x1050 60 65.3

1920x1080

(Reduced

Blanking Timing)

1366x768 60 47.7

60 66.6

3 VGA Analog - Component Signal

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]

480i

576i

480p 720x480 59.94 31.5

576p 720x576 50 31.3

720p 1280x720 60 45.0

720p 1280x720 50 37.5

1080i 1920x1080 60 (30) 33.8

1080i 1920x1080 50 (25) 28.1

1080p 1920x1080 60 67.5

1080p 1920x1080 50 56.3

720x480

(1440x480)

720x576

(1440x576)

59.94(29.97) 15.7

50(25) 15.6

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B. HDMI Digital

1 HDMI - PC Signal

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]

VGA 640x480 60 31.5

640x480 72 37.9
640x480 75 37.5
640x480 85 43.3
640x480 120 61.9

SVGA 800x600 56 35.1

800x600 60 37.9
800x600 72 48.1
800x600 75 46.9

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800x600 85 53.7
800x600 120 77.4

XGA 1024x768 60 48.4

1024x768 70 56.5
1024x768 75 60.0
1024x768 85 68.7
1024x768 120 99.0

SXGA 1152x864 70 63.8

1152x864 75 67.5

1152x864 85 77.1
1280x1024 60 64.0
1280x1024 72 77.0
1280x1024 75 80.0

QuadVGA 1280x960 60 60.0

1280x960 75 75.2

SXGA+ 1400x1050 60 65.3
PowerBook G4 640x480 60 31.4
PowerBook G4
PowerBook G4
PowerBook G4
PowerBook G4
PowerBook G4

i Mac DV (G3)

640x480 66.6 (67) 34.9

800x600 60 37.9
1024x768 60 48.4
1152x870 75 68.7
1280x960 75 75.0
1024x768 75 60.0

2 HDMI - Extended Wide timing

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
WXGA 1280x768 60 47.8

1280x768 75 60.3
1280x768 85 68.6
1280x720 60 44.8
1280x800 60 49.6
1440x900 60 59.9

WSXGA+ 1680x1050 60 65.3

1920x1080

(Reduced Blanking

Timing)

1366x768 60 47.7

60 66.6

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3 HDMI - Video Signal

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]

480i 720x480(1440x480) 59.94 (29.97) 15.7

576i 720x576(1440x576) 50 (25) 15.6
480p 720x480 59.94 31.5
576p 720x576 50 31.3
720p 1280x720 60 45.0
720p 1280x720 50 37.5

1080i 1920x1080 60 (30) 33.8

1080i 1920x1080 50 (25) 28.1
1080p 1920x1080 60 67.5
1080p 1920x1080 50 56.3

Graphic source

monitor range

limits

Horizontal scan rate: 30k~100kHz

Vertical scan rate: 50~120Hz
Max. pixel rate 150MHz

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Regulations and safety notices

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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.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the device and receiver.

• Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice: Shielded cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.

Notice: Peripheral devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation
with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.

Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications
Commission, to operate this device.

Operation conditions

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.

Notice: Canadian users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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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.

Compliant with Russian regulatory certification

Radio device regulatory notice

Note: The regulatory information below is for models with
wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth 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. Depending on
configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such
as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules).

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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 2.4 GHz band

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is
intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject
to licensing.

List of applicable countries

This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the
country of use. For further information, please contact the local office in the country of use.
Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm

for the latest country list.

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:[e-mail]

And,

Acer Italy s.r.l

Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy
Tel: [phone] ,Fax: [phone]
www.acer.it

Declare under our own responsibility that the product:

Product: Projector
Trade Name: Acer
Model Number: CWX1139
K335/L320/LK-W20

To which this declaration refers conforms to the relevant standard or other standardizing documents:

x EN 55022:2006/A1:2007 Class B; EN 55024:2010
x EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009 Class A; EN61000-3-3:2008
x EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011
x EN 50581:2012
x Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008; EN 62301:2005

We hereby declare above product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, RoHS Directive
2011/65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign
requirements for energy-related product.

Year to begin affixing CE marking 2013.

_______________________________

RU Jan / Sr. Manager Date
Regulation, Acer Inc.

Mar. 25, 2013

Acer America Corporation

333 West San Carlos St.,

Suite 1500

San Jose, CA 95110

U. S. A.

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

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.

The following local Manufacturer / Importer is responsible for this declaration:

Product: DLP Projector

Model Number: CWX1139

Machine Type: K335/L320/LK-W20

Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation

Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St.

Contact Person: Acer Representative

Phone No.: 254-298-4000

Fax No.: 254-298-4147

Suite 1500

San Jose, CA 95110

U. S. A.