Acer Projector User's Guide
Original Issue: 05/2016
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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, 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.
•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:
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•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 lamp 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
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.
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•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. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press HIDE
on the remote control.
•The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to
cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for
replacement.
•Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break
on rare occasions.
•Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the
projector is unplugged.
•The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change
the lamp when is showing warning message.
•When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all
changing instructions.
•Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display
"Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.
•Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high
voltages inside which may hurt you. The only user serviceable part is the
lamp which has its own removable cover. 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.
•This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount
installation. Only use acer ceiling mount kit for mounting the projector
and ensure it is securely installed.
•The projector should be placed in a horizontal way by means of desktop or
ceiling mount mode only, and its tilt angles should not exceed 6 degrees,
otherwise it would cause dramatical decrease of lamp life or severe safety
concern of system malfunction.
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“Lamp(s) contain Mercury,
Dispose Properly.”
RG2
Caution for Listening
To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.
•Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.
•Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.
•Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.
•Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
•Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.
Disposal instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. 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
Mercury advisory
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of
according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the
Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal
information, check www.lamprecycle.org
Do not stare into the beam, RG2
"As with any bright source, do not stare into the direct beam, RG2 IEC 624715:2015"
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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 lamp is on. The bright light 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 changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing
instructions.
•This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp
when it shows warning messages.
•Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management"
menu after replacing the lamp module.
•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.
•When the lamp reaches the end of its life, it will burn out and may make a loud
popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp
module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under
"Replacing the Lamp".
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Information for your safety and comfortiii
First things firstviii
Usage Notesviii
Precautionsviii
Introduction1
Product Features1
Package Overview2
Projector Overview3
Projector Outlook3
Control Panel6
Remote Control Layout7
MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control9
Getting Started11
Connecting the Projector11
Turning the Projector On/Off13
Turning on the Projector13
Turning the projector off14
Adjusting the Projected Image15
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image15
How to optimize image size and distance16
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting
distance and zoom20
User Controls24
Installation menu24
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus25
Color26
Image28
Setting30
Management32
Audio33
3D33
Language34
Contents
Appendices35
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Troubleshooting35
LED & Alarm Definition Listing39
How to install the Inner Dongle40
Cleaning and replacing the dust filters (Option)41
Replacing the Lamp42
Ceiling Mount Installation43
Specifications46
Compatibility modes49
Regulations and safety notices54
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Introduction
Product Features
This product is a single-chip DLP® projector. Outstanding features include:
color saturation of projected image based on actual ambient light.
Movie, Dark Cinema, Game, Sports, ISF Night, ISF Day, User) enable
optimum performance in any situation
supported
approach and physical efficiency improvement
™ & MHL connection supporting HDCP
®
Windows® 2000, XP, Vista®, Windows 7, Windows 8.1,
Windows 10, Macintosh
®
OS compliant
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Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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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.
ProjectorPower cordVGA cable
Security card
(option)
Carrying case
(option)
2 x Batteries
(option)
Micro USB (male) to Micro
USB (female) 50 mm cable
(option)
User’s guideQuick start guide
Dust filters
(option)
MHL HDMI
DC 5V IN
WirelessCAST
(option)
WirelessHD-Kit
(option)
Remote control
Micro USB to Mini USB
80 mm cable (option)
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Projector Overview
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Projector Outlook
Front / upper side
#Description#Description
1Air outlet7Control panel
2Ambient light sensor8Lamp cover
3Focus ring9Lens cap
4Zoom ring10 Projection lens
5Remote control receiver11 Air inlet
6Power button12 Tilt adjusting wheels
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2 / MHL
Internal 5V
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Right / Rear side
Type 1
#Description#Description
1Power socket9Composite video input connector
2Kensington™ lock port
3HDMI 1 connector
45V DC output connector (device charge
& support mouse page up/down
function)
5PC analog signal/HDTV/component
video input connector (VGA IN 1, VGA
IN 2)
6RS232 connector14 HDMI 2/MHL connector
Monitor loop-through output
7
connector (for VGA IN 1 only)
8S-Video input connector
10 Audio in 2 connector (for S-Video,
Composite)
11 Audio in 1 connector (for VGA IN 1,
VGA IN 2)
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Audio out connector
13
Internal 5V connector
15
Audio in connector
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Type 2
45261018937
#Description#Description
1Power socket6RS232 connector
2HDMI 1 connector7Composite video input connector
3HDMI 2/MHL connector8Audio in connector
45V DC output connector (device charge
& support mouse page up/down
function)
5PC analog signal/HDTV/component
video input connector
9
Audio out connector
10
Kensington™ lock port
5
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Control Panel
#IconFunctionDescription
1POWER POWERPower Indicator LED
2LAMPLAMPLamp Indicator LED
3TEMPTEMPTemp Indicator LED
4POWER
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6BACKBACKReturns to the previous operation.
7SOURCE SOURCEChanges the active source.
8ENTER ENTERConfirm your selection of items.
9Keystone
10MENU MENU
Four directional
select keys
See the contents in "Turning the Projector
On/Off" section.
Use to select items or make
adjustments to your selection.
Adjusts the image to compensate for
distortion caused by tilting the projector.
Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen
display (OSD) menu, back to the previous
step for the OSD menu operation or exit
the OSD menu.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Remote Control Layout
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MC.JMV11.008
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#IconFunctionDescription
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2POWERRefer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.
Infrared
transmitter
Sends signals to the projector.
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MC.JMV11.007
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3MUTETo turn on/off the volume.
4RATIOTo choose the desired aspect ratio.
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Select/EnterConfirm your selection of items.
Play/PausePress to begin/pause playback.
Four
directional
select keys
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make
adjustments to your selection.
73DPress "3D" to select 3D models.
8SOURCEChanges the active source.
9MODE
10KEYSTONE
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BACKReturns to the previous operation.
STOPPress to stop playback.
12VGA
Press "MODE" to select the display mode from Bright,
Presentation, Standard, Video and User.
Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused
by tilting the projector.
Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This
connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/
1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
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#IconFunctionDescription
13FREEZETo pause the screen image.
For computer mode only. Use this button to select the
14PgUp
15COMPONENT No function.
16PgDn
17MEDIANo function.
18KeyPad 0~9Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security" OSD.
19MENU
20HDMI™/MHLTo change source to HDMI/MHL.
previous page. This function is only available when USB
Ctrl connector (mini type B) is connected to a computer
via a USB cable.
For computer mode only. Use this button to select the
next page. This function is only available when USB Ctrl
connector (mini type B) is connected to a computer via a
USB cable.
•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.
21HIDE
22ZOOM INZooms the projector display in.
23VIDEOTo change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.
24ZOOM OUTZooms the projector display out.
25LAN/WiFi
26Laser pointerAim the remote at the viewing screen.
27Laser button
Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide
the image, press again to display the image.
Press “LAN/WiFi” to change source to “WiFi.” Only
available while Acer WirelessCAST (MWA3) is plgged in
projector and see “WiFi” in source list.
Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold
this button to activate the laser pointer.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control
#IconFunctionDescription
1SOURCE
2MODE
3MUTE
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5
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7MENU
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Volume UPIncreases the volume. (only for Multi-Media mode)
Volume Down Decreases the volume. (only for Multi-Media mode)
Select/EnterPress to select/enter the file. (only for Navigation mode)
Play/Pause
Four
directional
select keys
Back/Exit
StopDiscontinues playback. (only for Multi-Media mode)
Press the "SOURCE" button to toggle between
Navigation, Numeric and Multi-Media mode.
•Press "MODE" button for one second to activate
the MHL Control Mode.
•To exit, press the "MODE" button again.
To turn on/off the volume. (only for Navigation or MultiMedia mode)
Toggles between playback and pause. (only for MultiMedia mode)
Press to launch the root memu.
(only for Navigation mode)
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make
adjustments to your selection.
(only for Navigation mode)
•Press "BACK" to go back one menu step.
•To exit the file.
(only for Navigation mode)
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#IconFunctionDescription
10PgUp/PgDn
11KeyPad 0~9Number buttons. (only for Numeric mode)
Use the button to select the next or previous page. (only
for Navigation mode)
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Getting Started
RS232
RS232
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RS232
HDTV adapter
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RBG
R
BG
D-Sub
D-Sub
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HDMI
HDMI
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D-Sub
D-Sub
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Acer Dongle
Chromecast
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3
Audio output
DVD player
Power Bank
DVD player, Set-top Box,
HDTV receiever
Smart Phone
S-Video output
Video output
Connecting the Projector
Type 1
2 / MHL
Internal 5V
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#Description#Description
1Power cord8VGA cable
2Micro USB (male) to Micro USB
(female) 50 mm cable
3Micro USB to Mini USB 80 mm cable10 Audio cable Jack/RCA
4HDMI cable11 Composite video cable
5USB cable for charging device12 S-Video cable
63 RCA component cable13 RS232 cable
7VGA to component/HDTV adapter
Note 1: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
Note 2: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Note 3:
USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m.
Note 4: Some smartphones require a converter (supplied by
smartphone maker) to enable the MHL function.
Note 5: USB DC 5V out connector support 5V/2.0A power output
for power bank charging only when MHL source is not detected.
Note 6: VGA OUT loops through for VGA IN 1 only.
9Audio cable Jack/Jack
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RS232
RS232
10
RS232
HDTV adapter
5
6
RBG
R
BG
D-Sub
D-Sub
4
HDMI
HDMI
2
HDMI
HDMI
2
HDMI
3
USB
MHL
R
W
7
8
7
R
W
11
11
Y
Y
9
1
Video output
DVD player
Audio Output
Power Bank
DVD player,
Set-top Box,
HDTV receiever
Smart Phone
Type 2
#Description#Description
1Power cord7Audio cable Jack/RCA
2HDMI cable8Audio cable Jack/Jack
3MHL cable (MicroUSB to HDMI)9Composite video cable
4VGA cable10 RS232 cable
5VGA to component/HDTV adapter11 USB cable for charging device
63 RCA component cable
Note 1: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
Note 2: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Note 3:
USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m.
Note 4: Some smartphones require a converter (supplied by
smartphone maker) to enable the MHL function.
Note 5: USB DC 5V out connector support 5V/1.0A power output
for power bank charging only when MHL source is not detected.
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Turning the Projector On/Off
Power button
Turning on the Projector
1Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The
Power indicator LED will flash red.
2Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel or
remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.
3Turn 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 or press source direct key.
•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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Turning the projector off
1To turn the projector off, press and hold the power button. This message
appears: "Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown
process." Press the power button again.
2The 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 2 minutes to
ensure that the system cools properly. (only supported under "Instant
Resume" mode)
3As long as the power cord remains plugged in, you can press the power
button to turn the projector immediately back on anytime during the 2minute shutdown process. (only supported under "Instant Resume" mode)
4Once the system has finished cooling, the LED power indicator will stop
blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode.
5It is now safe to unplug the power cord.
Warning indicators:
•"Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon."
This onscreen message indicates that the projector has overheated.
The lamp with automatically turn off, the projector will automatically
shut down, and the LED temp indicator will turn solid red. Contact
your local dealer or service center.
•"Fan failed. Lamp will automatically turn off soon."
This onscreen message indicates that the fan has failed. The lamp will
automatically turn off, the projector will automatically shut down,
and the LED temp indicator will blink. Contact your local dealer or
service center.
Note 1: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down and the
LED lamp indicator turns solid red, contact your local reseller or
service center.
Note 2: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Attention! The projector will enter a two minute cool down
period to ensure continued optimal lamp operation.
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Adjusting the Projected Image
Tilt adjusting wheel
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image
The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.
To raise/lower the image:
Use Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
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66"
51"
51"
A
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B
Height: 116 cm
from base to top
of image
Height:
89 cm
2.0 m
Desired Distance
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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.
•XGA series
If the projector is 2.0 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for
image sizes between 51" and 66".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 116 cm height is
required when located at 2 m distance.
Desired
Distance
(m)
<A>
1.230.5862 x 47544081 x 6170
1.53878 x 586750101 x 7687
2.051104 x 788966134 x 101116
3.076155 x 11713499202 x 151174
4.0102207 x 155179132269 x 202232
5.0127259 x 194223165336 x 252290
6.0153311 x 233268199403 x 303348
7.0178363 x 272313232471 x 353406
8.0204414 x 311357265538 x 403464
9.1232471 x 353406301.17 612 x 459528
Zoom Ratio: 1.30x
Screen size
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
(Min zoom)(Max zoom)
W (cm) x
H (cm)
Top
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
Screen size
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x
H (cm)
From base to top
Top
of image (cm)
<C>
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60"
Height: 118 cm
from base to top
of image
Height:
91 cm
2 m
Desired Distance
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If the projector is 2 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 60" and 78".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 118 cm height is
required when located at 2 m distance.
78"
B
60"
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Screen size
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x
H (cm)
Top
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
Screen size
W (cm) x
(Min zoom)(Max zoom)
H (cm)
Desired
Distance
(m)
<A>
1.236.0878 x 495547101 x 6371
1.54597 x 616859126 x 7989
2.060130 x 819178168 x 105118
3.090194 x 121136117253 x 158178
4.0120259 x 162182156337 x 211237
5.0150324 x 202227196421 x 263296
6.0180389 x 243273235505 x 316355
7.0210453 x 283318274590 x 369414
7.7232499 x 312350301.17 649 x 405456
Zoom Ratio: 1.30x
Top
From base to top
of image (cm)
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60"
Height: 87 cm
from base to
top of image
Height:
78 cm
2 m
Desired Distance
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•720p series
If the projector is 2 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 53" and 59".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 87 cm height is
required when located at 2 m distance.
78"
B
60"
C
A
Desired
Distance
(m)
<A>
126.2658 x 33392965 x 3643
1.53987 x 49594497 x 5565
2.053116 x 657859130 x 7387
3.079174 x 9811788194 x 109130
4.0105233 x 131156117259 x 146174
5.0131291 x 164195146324 x 182217
6.0158349 x 196234176389 x 219261
7.0184407 x 229273205453 x 255304
8.0210465 x 262312234518 x 291348
9.0236523 x 294351263583 x 328391
10.3271599 x 337402301.34 667 x 375448
Zoom Ratio: 1.11x
Screen sizeTopScreen sizeTop
(Min zoom)(Max zoom)
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x
H (cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x
H (cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
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Note:
80"
61"
61"
•1080p series
If the projector is 2 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 61" and 80".
Remind as below figure, the space of 115 cm height is
required when located at 2 m distance.
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Desired
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1.236.8582 x 465348106 x 6069
1.546102 x 576760133 x 7587
2.061136 x 768980177 x 100115
2.577170 x 96111100221 x 124144
3.092204 x 115133120265 x 149173
3.5107238 x 134155140310 x 174202
4.0123272 x 153177160354 x 199231
5.0154340 x 191222200422 x 249289
6.0184408 x 229266240531 x 299346
7.0215476 x 268311280619 x 348404
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Zoom Ratio: 1.30x
Screen sizeTopScreen sizeTop
(Min zoom)(Max zoom)
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x
H (cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
Diagonal
(inch)
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Height:
89 cm
W (cm) x
H (cm)
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Height: 115 cm
from base to
top of image
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
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A
C
D
B
Desired Distance
2.4 m
1.8 m
Height: 105 cm
from base to top
of image
60"
Desired image
size
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting
distance and zoom
The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either
the position or the zoom ring.
•XGA series
To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 1.8 m and 2.4 m
from the screen.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
<A>
3061 x 461.253
4081 x 611.21.670
50102 x 761.52.088
60122 x 911.82.4105
70142 x 1072.12.7123
80163 x 1222.43.1140
90183 x 1372.73.5158
100203 x 1523.03.9175
150305 x 2294.55.9263
180366 x 2745.47.1315
200406 x 3056.07.8351
250508 x 3817.69.8438
300610 x 4579.1526
Zoom Ratio: 1.30x
W (cm) x H (cm)
Max zoom
<B>
Min zoom
<C>
From base to top of
image
<D>
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•WXGA series
Desired Distance
2.0 m
1.5 m
Height: 91 cm
from base to top of
image
60"
Desired
image size
To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 1.5 m and 2.0 m
from the screen.
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Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
<A>
3065 x 401.045
4086 x 541.01.361
50108 x 671.31.776
60129 x 811.52.091
70151 x 941.82.3106
80172 x 1082.02.7121
90194 x 1212.33.0136
100215 x 1352.63.3151
150323 x 2023.85.0227
180388 x 2424.66.0272
200431 x 2695.16.7303
250538 x 3376.48.3378
300646 x 4047.7454
Zoom Ratio: 1.30x
W (cm) x H (cm)
Max zoom
<B>
Min zoom
<C>
From base to top of
image
<D>
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A
C
D
B
Desired Distance
2.3 m
2.1 m
Height: 89 cm
from base to top
of image
60"
Desired
image size
•720p series
To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 2.1 m and 2.3 m
from the screen.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
<A>
2964 x 361.01.143
4089 x 501.41.559
50111 x 621.71.974
60133 x 752.12.389
70155 x 872.42.7104
80177 x 1002.73.0119
90199 x 1123.13.4134
100221 x 1253.43.8149
150332 x 1875.15.7223
180398 x 2246.26.9267
200443 x 2496.87.6297
250553 x 3118.59.5371
300664 x 37410.3446
Zoom Ratio: 1.11x
W (cm) x H (cm)
Max zoom
<B>
Min zoom
<C>
From base to top of
image
<D>
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•1080p series
A
C
D
B
Desired Distance
2.0 m
1.5 m
Height: 87 cm
from base to top
of image
60"
Desired
image size
To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 1.5 m and 2.0 m
from the screen.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
<A>
3066 x 371.043
4089 x 501.01.358
50111 x 621.31.672
60133 x 751.52.087
70155 x 871.82.3101
80177 x 1002.02.6116
90199 x 1122.32.9130
100221 x 1252.53.3144
150332 x 1873.84.9217
180398 x 2244.55.9260
200443 x 2495.06.5289
250553 x 3116.38.1361
88 859 x 483 9.7 12.6 560
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Zoom Ratio: 1.30x
W (cm) x H (cm)
Max zoom
<B>
Min zoom
<C>
From base to top of
image
<D>
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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 remote control to launch the OSD for
projector installation and maintenance.
3The background pattern acts as a guide to adjusting the calibration and
alignment settings, such as screen size and distance, focus and more .
4The Installation menu includes the following options:
•Projection Mode
•Projection Location
•Auto Keystone settings
•Manual Keystone settings
•WirelessHD Dongle Pairing
•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 "ENTER" to enter a
submenu for feature setting. The new settings will be saved automatically
upon exiting the menu.
5Push the "MENU" or "BACK" button anytime to exit the menu and return
to the Acer welcome screen.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Main menu
Sub menu
Setting
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus
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 or control
panel.
•When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the
main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press "ENTER" 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 "BACK" on the remote control or control panel, the screen will return
to the main menu.
•To exit OSD, press "BACK" on the remote control or control panel. The
OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new
settings.
Note 1: Some of the following OSD settings may not be available. Please
refer to the actual OSD of your projector.
Note 2: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Color
LumiSense
+
Display Mode
Wall color
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Tint
The light sensor of LumiSense+ technology can intelligently
optimize the brightness and color saturation of projected image
based on actual ambient light. The feature greatly enhances dark
detail visibility and color saturation.
•Off: For normal mode. (ambient light sensor is off)
•Auto Bright: Light sensor is on to automatically detect
ambient light and optimize the brightness and color
saturation of projected image.
•Dynamic Black:automatically optimize the display of dark
movie scenes enabling them to be shown in incredible detail.
There are many factory presets optimized for various types of
images.
•Bright: For brightness optimization.
•Presentation: For meeting presentation.
•Standard: For common environment.
•sRGB: standard RGB color space.
•Game: For game content.
•Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing.
•Dark Cinema: For dark movie content.
•Sport: For sport picture.
•Rec. 709: standard Rec. 709 color space.
•ISF Day: Calibrate and optimize the projection image based on
bright environment by an ISF Certified technician.
•ISF Night: Calibrate and optimize the projection image based
on dark environment by an ISF Certified technician.
•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 the 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.
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Color
Temperature
Gamma
Advanced
Mode
Use this function to choose CT1, CT2 (Native), CT3, User mode.
R Gain
Adjusts the red gain for color temperature optimization.
G Gain
Adjusts the green gain for color temperature optimization.
B Gain
Adjusts the blue gain for color temperature optimization.
R Bias
Adjusts the red bias for color temperature optimization.
G Bias
Adjusts the green bias for color temperature optimization.
B Bias
Adjusts the blue bias for color temperature optimization.
Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma
value, dark scenery looks brighter.
Ind. Color Management
Adjusts the red, green, blue, cyan, yellow and magenta colors.
Ind. Hue
Adjusts the color balance of red and green.
Ind. Saturation
Adjusts the selected color to be less or more saturated color.
Ind. Gain
Adjusts the selected color's contrast.
Brilliant Color
Produces an expanded on-screen color spectrum that delivers
enhanced color saturation for bright, true-to-life images.
White Peaking
Increases the brightness of whites that are near 100%. (video
sources only)
Film Mode
Sets the image optimized to 24-frame True Film mode.
Noise Reduction
Adjusts signal noise reduction."0" means the noise reduction is off,
">0" increase noise reduction.
Black Extension
This ensures optimum black level for each analog source.
ISF
1. The certified ISF technician will calibrate and optimize the
projection image according to your actual environment. The ISF
input password will be kept by technician only.
2. “ISF Day” and “ISF Night” will not be shown in display mode if
projector equipped with ISF function has not been calibrated by
an ISF certified technician. For more information, please go to ISF
official website: https://www.imagingscience.com and contact
the dealer located in your country.
3. The ISF calibration will be charged and guaranteed by ISF
certified calibrator, and thereby Acer is not responsible for the
calibration service.
Note 1: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under
computer or HDMI mode.
Note 2: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Image
Projection Mode
• Front: The factory default setting.
• Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from behind a
translucent screen.
Projection Location
• Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image.
• Desktop
• Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted
projection.
Aspect RatioUse this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.
Auto KeystoneAutomatically adjusts vertical image.
Manual Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection.
•Auto: Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi
mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.
•Full: Resize image to fit full screen by width (1280 pixels) and
height (800 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.
•L.Box: Keep original signal aspect ratio and zoom in by 1.333
times.
<Note> The Manual Keystone function is unavailable under Auto
Keystone setting to "On".
SharpnessAdjusts the sharpness of the image.
•Press to decrease the sharpness.
•Press to increase the sharpness.
H. Position
(Horizontal
position)
V. Position
(Vertical position)
Frequency"Frequency" changes the projector's refresh rate to match the
TrackingSynchronizes the signal timing of the projector with the graphics card.
•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 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.
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HDMI Color Range Adjust the color range of the HDMI image data to correct color display
HDMI Scan InfoAdjust the overscan ratio of the HDMI image on screen.
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.
•Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player.
•Underscan: Always no overscan on HDMI image.
•Overscan: Always keep overscan on HDMI image.
Note 1: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions
are not supported under HDMI or Video mode.
Note 2: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" functions are only
supported under HDMI mode.
Note 3: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Setting
Startup ScreenUse this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change
Screen Capture Use this function to customize the startup screen. To capture the
Source LockWhen Source Lock is turned "Off", the projector will search for
Closed CaptionSelects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4,
DC 5V Out
(Type 1 series)
DC 5V Out
(Type 2 series)
the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the OSD
menu.
•Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector.
•User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function.
image that you want to use as the startup screen, follow the
instructions below.
Notice:
Before proceeding with the following steps, make sure that the
"Keystone" is set to the default value 0.
•Press "Screen Capture" to customize the startup screen.
•Pop message to suggest user to input native source. The
"resolution" shown in the text is based on native timing. Press
"Start" to go next UI; press "Back" to previous UI .
•A dialog box appears to confirm the action. Show a message:
Adjust the picture size to fit in the red frame and system will
capture your image after pressing "ENTER". Choose "ENTER" to
use the current image as your customized startup screen.
Choose "Back" to cancel the screen capture and exit the
onscreen display (OSD).
•A message appears, stating that the screen capture is in
progress.
•When the screen capture is finished, the message disappears
and the original display is shown.
•The customized startup screen takes effect when there is a new
input signal or when you restart the projector.
other signals if the current input signal is lost. When Source Lock is
turned "On", it will "lock" the current source channel unless you
press "Source" button on the remote control for the next channel.
(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" .
Default is "On". Choose "Off" to Disable DC 5V OUT connection.
<Note>
1. DC 5V Out is not supported while in standby mode.
2. That two or about of MHL, Internal 5V, DC 5V Out port supply
power are not supported. And, MHL is at the top priority if three of
them are occupied, and grays out DC 5V Out (OSD) & Internal 5V
(OSD) while MHL enables.
3. DC 5V Out (OSD) sets to off automatically while Internal 5V (OSD)
switches to On, and vice versa.
Default is "On". Choose "Off" to Disable DC 5V OUT connection.
<Note>
1. If users want to use the "PgUp" or "PgDn" buttons, change "DC
5V Out" from "On" to "Off".
2. 5V/1A power output if MHL source is not detected.
Warning! The DC 5V Out may happen power conflict if connecting
to PC and result in electric shock and/or injury.
3. DC 5V Out is not supported while in standby mode.
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Internal 5VDefault is "Off". Switch On to supply 5V power for both of power
VGA OUT (Standby) Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable VGA OUT connection.
HDMI CECDefault is "Off". Select “On” to enable HDMI CEC function.
ResetPress the "ENTER" button and choose "Yes" to return the
SecuritySecurity
on mode and standby mode.
<Note>
1. Before doing OSD Reset: projector detects and shows that inner
HDMI 2/MHL port after being plugged by non-MHL dongle (ex:
Chromecast).
2. After doing OSD Reset: If inner HDMI dongle existd and Internal
5V (OSD) is On simultaneously, Internal 5V (OSD) will be set as On
and DC 5V Out (OSD) will be set as Off automatically after doing
OSD Reset. (Since inner HDMI dongle isn't given power by projector
causing inner dongle's signal is lost and cannot be detected by
projector)
parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.
This projector provides a useful security function for the
administrator to manage usage of the projector .
Press "ENTER" to change the "Security" setting. If the security
function is enabled, your must enter the "Administrator Password"
first before changing the security settings.
•Select "On" to enable the security function. The user has to
enter a password to operate the projector. Please refer to the
"User Password" section for details.
•If "Off" is selected, then the user can turn on the projector
without password.
Timeout(Min.)
Once "Security" is activated to "On", the administrator can set
timeout function.
•Press or to select the timeout interval.
•The range is from 10 minute to 990 minutes.
•When the time is up, the projector will prompt the user to
enter the password again.
•The factory default setting of "Timeout(Min.)" is "Off".
•Once the security function is enabled, the projector will
request user to enter password when switch on the projector .
Both "User Password" and "Administrator Password" can be
accepted for this dialogue.
User Password
•Press "ENTER" to setup or change the "User Password".
•Press number keys to set your password on the remote control
and press "ENTER" to confirm.
•Press to delete character.
•Enter the password when you see "Confirm Password"
displayed.
•The password should be between 4 and 8 characters long.
•If you select "Request password only when plugging the
power cord in.", the projector will prompt the user to enter
the password every time the power cord is plugged.
•If you select "Always request password while projector turns
on.", the user has to enter the password every time when the
projector is turned on.
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Administrator Password
The "Administrator Password" can be used in both the "Enter
Administrator Password" and "Enter Password" dialog boxes.
•Press "ENTER" to change the "Administrator Password".
•The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234".
If you forgot your administrator password, do the following to
retrieve the administrator password:
•An unique 6-digit "Universal Password" which is printed on
•If losing this security card and number, please contact with an
Lock to user startup screen
Default Lock User Startup Screen is "Off". If lock user startup screen
is "On", users cannot change startup screen anymore and avoid
other users change that arbitrarily. Choose "Off" to unlock startup
screen.
Note1: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Note2: Internal 5V not applicable for type 2 series.
Management
the Security Card (please check accessory in the box). This
unique password is the number which will be accepted by
projector anytime no matter what the Administrator Password
is.
Acer service center.
ECO ModeChoose "On" to dim the projector lamp which will lower power
High AltitudeChoose "On" to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at
Turn Off Mode•Instant Off: Shuts down the projector without fan cooling.
Auto ShutdownThe projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal
Menu Display Time
(Seconds)
AC Power OnChoose "On" to power on projector while AC power plug in.
Lamp Hour ElapseDisplays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
Lamp RemindingActivate this function to display a reminder to change the lamp 30
Lamp Hour ResetPress the "ENTER" button and choose "Yes" to turn the lamp hour
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
consumption, extend the lamp life and reduce noise. Choose "Off"
to return normal mode.
full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of
the projector.
•Instant Resume: Resumes the system when the Power button is
pressed again within 2 minutes.
input after the allocated time. (default is 15 minutes)
Choose the OSD menu display time. (Default is 15 seconds). Select
“Manual” to turn off main menu/one direct-key menu manually by
user.
hours before its expected end-of-life.
counter to 0 hours.
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Volume
Mute•Choose "On" to mute the volume.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
•Press to decrease the volume.
•Press to increase the volume.
•Choose "Off" to restore the volume.
3D
3DChoose "On" to enable DLP 3D function.
•On: Choose this item while using DLP 3D glasses, 120Hz 3D
capable graphics cards and HQFS format file or DVD with
corresponding SW player.
•Off: Turn off 3D mode.
3D FormatIf the 3D content is not displayed correctly, you can select a 3D
24P 3DChoose "96Hz" or "144Hz" to compatible with 3D glasses.
3D L/R InvertIf you see a discrete or overlapping image while wearing DLP 3D
3D Warning Message Choose "On" to display the 3D warning message.
format that suits the 3D content you are viewing and obtain the
best result.
glasses, you may need to execute "Invert" to get best match of
left/right image sequence to get the correct image (for DLP 3D).
Note 1: It needs correct settings on graphic card 3D application program for
correct 3D display.
Note 2: 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 3: "3D L/R Invert" is only available when 3D is enabled.
Note 4: There has reminder screen if 3D still enable when power on projector.
Please adjust setting depended on your purpose.
Note 5: WUXGA model 24P 3D cannot be scaling due to TI ASIC buffer
memory limitation, and once detect 24P 3D (96Hz or 144Hz) inputs, Aspect
Ratio / HDMI Scan Info will be gray out, also HIDE will be not supported.
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Language
Language
Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the
key to select your preferred menu language.
•Press "ENTER" to confirm the selection.
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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
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1No image appears
onscreen
2Partial, scrolling
or incorrectly
displayed image
(for PC (Windows
2000/XP/Vista/
Windows 7/
Windows 8))
•Connected as described in the "Getting Started"
section.
•Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or
broken.
•Check if the projector lamp has been securely
installed. Please refer to the "Replacing the Lamp"
section.
•Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the
projector is switched on.
•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 WUXGA-RB (1920 x
1200).
•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 WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200).
•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 WUXGA-RB
(1920 x 1200).
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3Partial, scrolling
or incorrectly
displayed image
(For notebooks)
4The screen of the
notebook
computer is not
displaying your
presentation
5Image is unstable
or flickering
6Image has vertical
flickering bar
7Image is out of
focus
•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
In System Preferences, open Display and select Video
Mirroring "On".
•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.
•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 3.3 to 29.7 feet (1.0 to 9.1
meters) (XGA series) / 3.3 to 25.2 feet (1.0 to 7.7
meters) (WXGA series) / 3.3 to 33.8 feet (1.0 to 10.3
meters) (720p series) / 3.3 to 24.6 feet (1.0 to 7.5
meters) (1080p series) from the projector. Refer to
the "How to get a preferred image size by adjusting
distance and zoom" section for more information.
Windows® based
®
Mac® OS based notebook:
8Image is stretched
when displaying a
"widescreen"
DVD title
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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9Image is too small
or too large
10Image has slanted
sides
11Image is reversed•Select "Image --> Projection Mode" on the OSD and
•Adjust the zoom ring on the projector.
•Move the projector closer to or further from the
screen.
•Press "MENU" on the remote control. Go to "Image -> Aspect Ratio" and try different settings or press
"RATIO" on the remote control to adjust directly.
•If possible, reposition the projector so that it is
centered on the screen.
•Press the "Keystone / " button on the remote
control until the sides are vertical.
adjust the projection direction.
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OSD Messages
#ConditionMessage Reminder
1Message• 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. Please check the
following message.
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 filters (Option)" for details.
• Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon.
Problems with the Projector
#ConditionSolution
1The projector stops responding
to all controls
2Lamp burns out or makes a
popping sound
If possible, turn off the projector, then
unplug the power cord and wait at least 30
seconds before reconnecting power.
When the lamp reaches the end of its useful
life, it will burn out and may make a loud
popping sound. If this happens, the projector
will not turn on until the lamp module has
been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow
the procedures in the "Replacing the Lamp"
section.
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LED & Alarm Definition Listing
LED Messages
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Message
Input power plugFlash ON to
Standby----ON--
Power button ON------ON
Lamp retry------Quick
Power off (Cooling state)----Quick
Power button OFF
(cooling completed;
standby mode)
Error (thermal failure)--ON--ON
Error (fan lock)--Quick
Error (lamp breakdown)ON----ON
Error (color wheel fail)Quick
Lamp_LEDTemp_LEDPower LED
RedRedRedBlue
OFF 100ms
----ON--
Flashing
Flash ON to
OFF 100ms
Flashing
----ON
Flash ON to
OFF 100ms
Flashing
--ON
--
Flashing
--
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Acer MHL Dongle
Note: For WirelessCast, Please switch to MHL
at the side of dongle.
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Internal 5V
2/MHL
How to install the Inner Dongle
If you install Acer MHL Dongle (WirelessCAST/WirelessHD-Kit) or Chromecast,
follow the below steps:
AUse a screwdriver to remove the screw from the cover. (Illustration #a)
BPush up the cover. (Illustration #b)
CRemove the cover. (Illustration #c)
DConnect the cables. (Illustration #d) <For Chromecast Only>
(1) Connect the Micro USB (male) to Micro USB (female) 50 mm cable to
Micro USB to Mini USB 80 mm cable (Illustration #1);
(2) Connect the Micro USB (male) to Micro USB (female) 50 mm cable or
Micro USB to Mini USB 80 mm cable to Dongle (Illustration #2);
(3) Connect the Micro USB to Mini USB 80 mm cable to Internal 5V port
on the projector (Illustration #3);
EConnect the Dongle to HDMI 2/MHL port on the projector. (Illustration #e)
Note: Chromecast is available for the model with internal 5V.
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1
Cleaning and replacing the dust filters (Option)
Cleaning the dust filters
Clean the dust filters after every 1000 hours of use. If they are note cleaned
periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation.
This can cause overheating and damage the projector.
Follow these steps:
1Turn the projector off. Wait for the Power LED to stop flashing then
unplug the power cord.
2Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.
3Pull out the dust filter. (Illustration #1)
4To clean the dust filters, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for
computers and other office equipment. (Illustration #2)
5If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, please contact your
local dealer or service center to obtain a new filter.
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6
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Replacing the Lamp
Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover, and then pull out the
lamp.
The projector will detect the lamp life. You will be shown a warning message
"Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.
Replacement suggested!" When you see this message, change the lamp as soon
as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooling down for at least 30
minutes before changing the lamp.
Warning: The lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down
before changing the lamp.
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2
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To Change the Lamp
Turn off the projector by pressing the Power button.
Allow the projector at least 30 minutes to cool down.
Disconnect the power cord.
1Use a screwdriver to remove the screw from the cover. (Illustration #1)
Push to the direction of the arrow. (Illustration #2)
Push up the cover. (Illustration #3)
2Remove the screw that secure the lamp module. (Illustration #4)
Pull out the lamp plug. (Illustration #5)
Lift the handle so that it stands up. (Illustration #6)
3Lift the handle so that it stands up. Pull out the lamp module by force.
(Illustration #7)
To replace the lamp module, use a new lamp and reverse the above steps.
Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not drop the
lamp module or touch the lamp bulb. The bulb may shatter and
cause injury if it is dropped.
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Ceiling Mount Installation
Type 1Type 2Type 3
If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the
steps below:
1Drill four holes into a solid, structural ceiling member, and secure the
ceiling mount base to the ceiling.
2Choose the length combination based on actual environment. (CM-01S
doesn’t include Type 2 and Type 3.)
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Type 1:
Type 2:Type 3:
Illustration 1
Illustration 2
3Type 1:
For the standard size use three bracket screws to mount the projector to
the ceiling mount bracket.
Type 2 and Type 3:
Alternatively, for the larger size, use the sliding extensions for more
supports.
Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space
between the bracket and the projector to allow for proper heat
distribution.
4Connect the main body connector to the projector bracket (illustration 1),
and then screw up four screws (illustration 2).
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5Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.
360°
55.00 mm
55.00 mm
82.30 mm
83.84 mm
SCREW SPEC. M4 x 25 mm
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Diameter (mm)Length (mm)LargeSmall
Screw Type BWasher Type
425VV
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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.
1080i (Top and Bottom)1920x108060 (30)33.8
1080p (Top and Bottom)1920x10802427.0
1080p (Top and Bottom)1920x10805056.3
1080p (Top and Bottom)1920x10806067.5
720p (Side by Side (Half))1280x7206045.0
1080i (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x108050 (25)28.1
1080i (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x108060 (30)33.8
1080p (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x10805056.3
1080p (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x10806067.5
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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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.
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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001
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).
English
Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-247)
aCommon 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.
bOperation 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.
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Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi
New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
of Conformity
We,
Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
RU Jan / Sr. Manager Date
Acer Incorporated (Taipei, Taiwan)
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Acer America Corporation
333 West San Carlos St.,
Suite 1500
San Jose, CA 95110
U. S. A.
Tel: 254-298-4000
Fax: 254-298-4147
www.acer.com
Federal Communications Commission
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
The following local Manufacturer / Importer is responsible for this declaration:
P
roduct:
DLP
Projector
Model
Number:
Machine T
ype:
Name of Responsible Party:
Acer America Corporation
Address of Responsible Party:
333 West San Carlos St.
Suite 1500
San Jose, CA 95110
U. S. A.