Acer PH-X01, K520, H112 User Manual

Acer Projector

K520/H112/PH-X01 Series

User's Guide

Copyright © 2012. Acer Incorporated.

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Acer Projector K520/H112/PH-X01 Series User's Guide

Original Issue: 03/2012

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

Information for your safety and comfort First things first

Usage Notes

Precautions

Introduction

Product Features

Package Overview

Projector Overview Projector Outlook Control Panel

Remote Control Layout

Getting Started

Connecting the Projector Turning the Projector On/Off

Turning on the Projector Turning the projector off Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image How to optimize image size and distance

How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom

User Controls

Installation menu

Acer Empowering Technology

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus Color

Image

Setting Management Audio

3D Language

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Troubleshooting	28
LED & Alarm Definition Listing	32
Ceiling Mount Installation	33
Specifications	36
Compatibility modes	38
Regulations and safety notices	42

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Introduction

Product Features

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

•DLP® technology

•1024 x 768 XGA resolution 4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported

•Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard,Video, Picture, Game, Education, User) enable optimum performance in any situation

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

•Compact size projector facilitates business purposes and home entertainment.

•Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management approach and physical efficiency improvement

•Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer eView, eTimer, e3D, ePower Management) for easy adjustment of settings

•Equipped with HDMITM connection supporting HDCP

•Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations

•Multi-language on screen display (OSD) menus

•Environmental light source and longer life by Laser/LED solution.

•Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP, Vista® Windows® 7, Macintosh® OS compliant

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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.

Projector with lens cap			Power cord	Composite video cable

Quick start guide	VGA cable	Remote control
		K520/H112/PH-X01
		Series
2 x Battery	Carrying case	User's Guide

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Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

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#	Description			#		Description
1	Lens cap			5	Zoom lever
2	Tilt adjusting wheels			6	Remote control receivers
3	Zoom Lens			7	Control panel
4	Focus ring			8	Power button
Rear side
	1	2	3	4	5	6	7
	RS232	VIDEO	S-VIDEO	VGA IN	HDMI	USB Ctrl	AUDIO IN
							AUDIO OUT

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#	Description		#	Description
1	RS232 connector		6	USB ctrl connector
2	Composite video input connector		7	Audio input connector
3	S-Video input connector		8	Audio output connector
4	PC analog signal/HDTV/component		9	Power socket
	video input connector
5	HDMI connector		10	Kensington™ lock port

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Control Panel

		9	2	3	8
	4				5
	10
					7
	1	6			9
# 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	RESYNC		Automatically synchronizes the projector
			to the input source.
5	SOURCE		Changes the active source.
6	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.
7	Empowering key		Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, e3D
			and ePower Management.
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		Use the keys to select items or make
	keys		adjustments to your selection.

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Remote Control Layout

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			Backlight LED
	2		3
	4		5
			6
	7		8
	9		10
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	17		18
	19		20
	21		22
	23		24
	25		26
	27		28
	29		30
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#	Icon	Function	Description
1	Infrared		Sends signals to the projector.
	transmitter
2	POWER		Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.
3	HIDE		Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the
			image, press again to display the image.
4	FREEZE		To pause the screen image.
5	ASPECT RATIO		To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9)
6	SOURCE		Press "SOURCE" to choose from RGB, Component, S-Video,
			Composite, HDTV and HDMI™ sources.
7	RESYNC		Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input
			source.
8	ZOOM		Zooms the projector display in or out.
9	Back		No function.

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#	Icon				Function		Description
10					Backlight	Press " " to trigger backlight mode
						•	Continue to light 3 sec then disappear if no action.
						•	Continue to light if action and keep 3 sec finally.
11					Enter	No function.
12					Four directional	Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make
					select keys	adjustments to your selection.
13					KEYSTONE	Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by
						tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).
14					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.
15					MOUSE Left/	Left-/right-click buttons are on the left and right,
					Right Click	respectively; the center button works as a multidirectional
						pointer stick. To enable this function, an USB cable must be
						connected to projector from your PC.
16					Empowering key	Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, e3D, ePower
						Management.
17					VOLUME	Increases/decreases the volume.
18					PAGE	For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next
						or previous page. This function is only available when
						connected to a computer via a USB cable.
19					Prev	No function.
20					Next	No function.
21					Play/Pause	No function.
22					Stop	No function.
23					VGA	Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This
						connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/
						1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
24					S-VIDEO	To change source to S-Video.
25					COMPONENT	No function.
26					VIDEO	To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.
27					SD/USB A	No function.
28					USB B	No function.
29					HDMI™/DVI	Press "HDMI™/DVI" to change source to HDMI™.
30					LAN/WiFi	No function.
31					KeyPad 0~9	Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security".

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Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

	S-Video Output				VGA
				Sub-D
	Video Output	4
				USB
		Y
		3	5	6	7
	RS232	2
		Y	D-Sub		USB
	RS232	RS232 VIDEO S-VIDEO	VGA IN	HDMI	USB Ctrl AUDIO IN
					AUDIO OUT
			HDTV adapter	HDMI
			8
			R B G		11
	1			10
		9
		R B G			W R
	DVD player,
	Set-top Box,		HDMI
	HDTV receiver				Audio Output
#	Description		#		Description
1	Power cord		7 Audio cable jack/jack
2 RS232 cable			8 VGA to component/HDTV adapter
3 Composite video cable			9 3 RCA component cable
4 S-Video cable			10 HDMI cable
5 VGA cable			11 Audio cable Jack/RCA
6 USB cable

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Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector.

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Turning the Projector On/Off

Turning on the Projector

1Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1)

2Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power indicator LED will flash red.

3Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.(Illustration #2)

4Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically.

•If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the projector is locked onto a specific source type and there is no such type of input signal detected.

•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.

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Power button

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Lens cap