Acer K11 User Manual

Acer Projector

K11 Series

User's Guide

Acer Projector K11 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 04/2010

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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.

• 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, 4.6 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.

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 turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector during

operation. It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or other trouble. 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. 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.

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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

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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:

• 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

Getting Started 7

Connecting the Projector 7

Turning the Projector On/Off 8

Turning on the Projector 8

Turning the projector off 9

Adjusting the Projected Image 10

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 10

How to optimize image size and distance 11

User Controls 13

Installation menu 13

Acer Empowering Technology 14

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 15

Color 16

Image 17

Setting 19

Management 19

Audio 20

Timer 20

Language 21

Appendices 22

Troubleshooting 22

LED & Alarm Definition Listing 26

Specifications 27

Compatibility modes 28

Regulations and safety notices 32

Introduction

Product Features

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

• DLP

• 858 x 600 SVGA resolution

• Versatile display modes (Bright, Standard,Video, Picture, Game, User)

• 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

• Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer

• Equipped with HDMI

• Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations

• Multi-language on screen display (OSD) menus

• 2x digital zoom and pan move function

• Environmental light source and longer life by LED solution.

• Enjoy media playback via USB and SD card reader.

• Microsoft

technology

4:3/16:9/Full aspect ratio supported

enable optimum performance in any situation

supported

entertainment.

approach and physical efficiency improvement

eView, eTimer, ePower Management) for easy adjustment of settings

connection supporting HDCP

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 AC adapter

3.5 mm jack A/V cable 3.5 mm jack A/V to RCA

VGA cable

cable

XXXXXX

Remote control Battery Carrying case

Acer Projector

Quick Start Guide

User's Guide x2 Quick start guide Adapter for iPod/iPhone

(Optional)

Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

# Description # Description

Lens cap

Tilt adjusting wheel

Zoom Lens

Focus ring

Rear side

Remote control receivers

Control panel

Power button

DC IN connector

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AV IN

VGA IN

HDMI

USB

6 7

# Description # Description

1 DC IN connector 5 USB connector (for multimedia)

Audio/Video In (3.5mm Mini Jack, for

audio/ composite source, iphone/ipod support)

PC analog signal/HDTV/component

video input connector

4 HDMI connector

6 SD Card reader

7 Kensington™ lock port

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Control Panel

# Function Description

1POWER

2 SOURCE

3 MENU

4 Four directional select keys

Power button and Power Indicator LED. See the contents in "Turning the Projector On/ Off" section.

Press "SOURCE" to choose RGB, Component, SVideo, Composite, HDTV and HDMI™ sources.

• 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.

Use to select items or make adjustments to your selection.

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IR28012AC1

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Remote Control Layout

Model No

IR28012AC1

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# Icon Function Description

1 Infrared

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

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

5 ASPECT RATIO To pause the screen image.

6 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.

7 SOURCE Press "SOURCE" to choose from RGB, Component, S-Video,

8 BACK/STOP Press "Back/Stop" to stop playing media file or go back to

9 Enter/Play/Pause Press "Enter/Play/Pause" to play/pause media file.

11 MENU

transmitter FREEZE To pause the screen image.

Pre./Rewind Press "Pre./Rewind" to go to previous index or press

Sends signals to the projector.

image, press again to display the image.

Composite, Video and HDTV sources.

upper data folder.

continuously to rewind the playing media file.

• 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 Next/

13 SD/USB Press "SD/USB" to toggle between SD and USB sources. This

14 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.

Fastforward

Press "Next/Fast-forward" once to go to next index or press continuously to fast-forward the playing media file.

projector supports various file formats of photo/audio/ video.

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# Icon Function Description

15 Empowering key Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer, ePower

16 VOLUME Decreases/increases the volume.

17 Four directional

select keys

Management. Press " " key under SD/USB A source, the setting page will

be shown for user's adjustment.

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

Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

RBG

Adapter

iPod/iPhone

RBG

HDTV adapter

AV IN

D-Sub

VGA IN

RBG

D-Sub

HDMI

SD CARD

DVD player, Set-top Box, HDTV receiver

DVD player

USB

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HDMI

# Description # Description

1 Power cord 7 3.5 mm jack A/V cable

2 AC adapter 8 Adapter for iPod/iPhone

3 VGA cable 9 3.5 mm jack A/V to RCA cable

4 VGA to component/HDTV adapter 10 SD card

5 3 RCA component cable 11 USB disk/stick

6 HDMI 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.

Turning the Projector On/Off

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Turning on the Projector

1 Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1)

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

Power indicator LED will flash red.

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

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

4 Turn 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.

Power button

Lens cap

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 2 minutes 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 lamp with automatically turn off, the projector will automatically shut. Contact your local dealer or service center.

• "Fan failed. 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. 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

screen size 71"

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 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes 71".

Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 118 cm height is required when located at 3m distance.

screen size

71"

Height: 118cm

3m Desired Distance

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Screen size

Desired

Distance (m)

<A>

0.64 15 31 x 22 25

1.2 28 59 x 41 47

2.0 47 98 x 69 79

2.4 57 118 x 82 95

2.6 60 125 x 87 101

3.0 71 147 x 103 118

3.4 80 167 x 117 134

Zoom Ratio: 1.0x

Diagonal (inch)

<B>

(Min zoom)

W (cm) x H (cm)

Top

From base

to top of

image (cm)

<C>

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 method

•Projection location

•Menu location

•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.

Acer Empowering Technology

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Empowering Key

Acer eView Management

Acer eTimer Management

Acer Empowering Key provide three Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management" and "Acer ePower

Management" respectively. Press " " key for more than one second to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function.

Press " " to launch "Acer eView Management" submenu.

"Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection. Please refer to Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.

Press " " to launch "Acer eTimer Management" submenu. "Acer eTimer Management" provides the reminding function for presentation time control. Please refer to Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.

Acer ePower Management

Press " " to launch "Acer ePower Management". "Acer ePower Management" provides user one shortcut to save lamp and projector life. Please refer to Onscreen Display section for more detail.

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.

• 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

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Sub menu

Setting

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Color

Display Mode

Wall color

Brightness

Contrast

Color Temperature

Degamma

Saturation

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

• Bright: For brightness optimization.

• Standard: For common environment.

• Video: For playing video in a bright environment.

• Picture: For graphic picture.

• Game: For game content.

• 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.

Adjust the color temperature. At higher color temperatures, the screen looks colder; at lower color temperatures, the screen looks warmer.

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

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.

Tint

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

Image

Projection mode

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.

• Front: The factory default setting.

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Projection Location

• 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.

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Aspect Ratio

Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.

• Auto: Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi

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

mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.

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

a 4:3 ratio.

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

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

height (800 pixels).

Auto Keystone Automatically adjusts vertical image.

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

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

H. Position (Horizontal position)

V. Position (Vertical position)

• Press to move the image left.

• Press to 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.

Sharpeness Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

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.

• Press to decrease the sharpness.

• Press to increase the sharpness.

Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under DVI or Video mode. Note: "Sharpness" functions is not supported under DVI and Computer mode.

Setting

Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen.

Source Lock When source lock is turned "off", the projector will search for

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

Reset

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.

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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High Altitutde

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

LED Calibration

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.

input after the allocated time. (in 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

Mute

Power On/Off Volume

Alarm Volume

Timer

Timer Location

Timer Start

Timer Period

Timer Display

Timer Volume

• Press to decrease the volume.

• Press to increase the volume.

• Choose "On" to mute the volume.

• Choose "Off" to restore the 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.

• Choose the location of the timer on the screen.

• Press to start or stop the timer.

• Press or to adjust the timer period.

• Press or to which timer mode to display on the

screen.

• Select this function to adjust the notification volume when

the timer function is enabled and time is up.

Language

English

Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the or key

to select your preferred menu language.

• Press to confirm the selection.

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))

• 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.

•

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.

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 2.10 - 11.15 feet (0.64 - 2.4 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.

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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.

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 OFF 100ms --

Standby V --

Power button ON -- V

Lamp retry -- Quick Flashing

Power off (Cooling state) Quick Flashing --

Power button OFF: Cooling completed; Standby Mode

Error (Thermal Failure) Quick Flashing RED and Steady BLUE by returns

Error (Fan lock) Quick Flashing RED and Steady BLUE by returns

Error (Lamp breakdown) Quick Flashing BLUE and Steady RED by returns

Error (Color Wheel fail) Quick Flashing BLUE and Steady RED by returns

Red Blue

V--

Power LED

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 SVGA (858 x 600)

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 4:3 (native), 16:9, Full

Displayable colors 1.07 billion colors

Projection lens F/ 2.2, f = 19.5 mm

Projection screen size (diagonal) 15" (0.64 m) - 80" (3.40 m)

Projection distance 2.10' (0.64 m) - 11.15' (2.4 m)

Throw ratio 2.04

Horizontal scan rate 30 k - 100 kHz

Vertical refresh scan rate 50 - 85 Hz

Keystone correction +/- 40 degrees

Weight 550 g (1.22 Ibs.)

Dimensions (W x D x H) 122 mm X 116 mm X 42.5 mm (4.80" X 4.57" X 1.67")

Power supply AC 100 – 240 V, 50-60 Hz

Power consumption

Operating temperature 5ºC to 35ºC / 41ºF to 95ºF

I/O connectors

Standard package contents

DLP

VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA

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

Normal mode: 83 W +/-10% @ 110 Vac

Standby < 1 W

• DC IN x1

• VGA input x1

• Audio/Video input x1

• SD (SDHC) x1

• USB x1: for multimedia

• AC power cord x1

• AC adapter x1

• VGA cable x1

• 3.5 mm jack A/V cable x1

• 3.5 mm jack A/V to RCA cable x1

• Remote control x1

• Battery x 1 (for remote control)

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

function)

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

function)

• Quick start guide x1

• Carrying case x1

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* 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

SVGA 800x600 56 35.1

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

XGA 1024x768 60 48.4

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

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

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

SVGA 800x600 56 35.1

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

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XGA 1024x768 60 48.4

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

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

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: 50~85Hz 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.

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). The below information is for products with such devices.

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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.

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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.

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih

Acer Incorporated

Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan

Declaration of Conformity

We,

Acer Incorporated

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, e-mail:easy_lai@acer.com.tw

And,

Acer Europe SA

Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland

Hereby declare that:

Product: Projector Trade Name: Acer Model Number: DSV0920 Machine Type: K11

Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements.

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards:

-. EN55022, AS/NZS CISPR22, Class B

-. EN55024

-. EN61000-3-2 Class A

-. EN61000-3-3

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard:

-. EN60950-1

RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment

-. The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by weight in homogenous material are:

Lead 0.1% Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB’s) 0.1% Mercury 0.1% Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE’s) 0.1% Hexavalent Chromium 0.1% Cadmium 0.01%

Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy-related product.

The standards listed below are applied to the product if built with WLAN module or wireless keyboard and mouse.

R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard:

z Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety

-. EN60950-1

-. EN62311

z Article 3.1(b) EMC

-. EN301 489-1

-. EN301 489-17

z Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages

-. EN300 328

-. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN).

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih

Acer Incorporated

Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan

Year to begin affixing CE marking 2010.

_______________________________

Easy Lai /Manager Date

Regulation Center, Acer Inc.

Mar. 22, 2010

Acer America Corporation

333 West San Carlos St., San Jose

CA 95110, U. S. A.

Tel : 254-298-4000

Fax : 254-298-4147

www.acer.com

Federal Communications Commission

Declaration of Conformity

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

Product:

Model Number: DSV0920

Machine Type: K11 series

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

DLP Projector

San Jose, CA 95110

U. S. A.

Acer K11 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Acer Projector

Information for your safety and comfort

First things first

Usage Notes

Precautions

Contents

Introduction

Product Features

Package Overview

Projector Overview

Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

Turning the Projector On/Off

Adjusting the Projected Image

User Controls

Installation menu

Acer Empowering Technology

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus

Color

Image

Setting

Management

Audio

Timer

Language

Appendices

Troubleshooting

LED & Alarm Definition Listing

Specifications

Compatibility modes

Regulations and safety notices