Acer K11 User Manual

Acer Projector

K11 Series

User's Guide

Copyright © 2010. Acer Incorporated.
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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.

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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, 4.6 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.

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

Additional safety information

• Do not look into the projector's lens when the 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

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might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and
contact your dealer.

• Do not keep using this product to break or drop it. In this case contact your

dealer for inspection.

• Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire.

• When switching the projector off, suggest to ensure the projector

completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power.

• Do not 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

Contents

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

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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

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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

3V

Remote control Battery Carrying case

Acer Projector

Quick Start Guide

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

(Optional)

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Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

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# Description # Description

1

Lens cap

2

Tilt adjusting wheel

3

Zoom Lens

4

Focus ring

Rear side

6

7

4

8

3

5

Remote control receivers

6

Control panel

7

Power button

8

DC IN connector

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AV IN

VGA IN

1

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HDMI

USB

6 7

# Description # Description

1 DC IN connector 5 USB connector (for multimedia)

Audio/Video In (3.5mm Mini Jack, for

2

audio/ composite source, iphone/ipod
support)

PC analog signal/HDTV/component

3

video input connector

4 HDMI connector

6 SD Card reader

7 Kensington™ lock port

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Control Panel

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# 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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Remote Control Layout

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# Icon Function Description

1 Infrared

2

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.

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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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