Acer Projector User's Guide
Original Issue: 01/2015
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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 or 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 (14.76 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 light
may hurt your eyes.
•Turn on the projector first and then signal sources.
•Do not place the product in the following environments:
•Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls
and free flow of air around the projector are 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, shorten the life span and darken 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, please 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 stop
before turning main power off.
•Do not touch the air outlet grille and bottom plate which become hot.
•Clean the air filter frequently. The temperature inside may rise and cause
damage when the filter/ventilation slots are 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.
•Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break
on rare occasions.
•Contact your local dealer or Acer service center when you need to change
the lamp.
•The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please contact your local
dealer or Acer service center for changing the lamp, when lamp warning
message displays.
•Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high
voltages inside which may hurt you.
•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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"Lamp(s) contain Mercury,
Dispose Properly."
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/index.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
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First Thing 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 projector 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.
•The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please contact your local dealer or
Acer service center for changing the lamp, when lamp warning message displays.
•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, contact your local dealer or Acer
service center.
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First Thing Firstviii
Usage Notes viii
Precautions viii
Introduction1
Product Features 1
Package Overview 2
Projector Overview 3
Projector Outlook 3
Control Panel 4
Remote Control Layout 5
MHL Feature Introduction 7
Getting Started8
Connecting the Projector 8
Turning the Projector On/Off 13
Turning On the Projector 13
Turning Off the Projector 14
Adjusting the Projected Image 15
Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image 15
How to Optimize Image Size and Distance 16
How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting
Distance and Zoom 21
User Controls26
Installation Menu 26
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 27
Color 28
Image 31
Setting 33
Management 37
Audio 37
3D 38
Language 39
Contents
Appendices40
Troubleshooting 40
LED & Alarm Definition Listing 44
Using the inner connector(s) 45
Ceiling Mount Installation 46
Specifications 49
Compatibility Modes 53
Regulations and safety notices57
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Introduction
Product Features
This product is a single-chip DLP® projector, including the following
outstanding features:
•DLP
•X1185/X1185N/P1185: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution, Auto/4:3/16:9
•Enables projecting 3D content via DLP Link Technology: Blu-Ray 3D
•One-touch "3D" button on remote control allows quick and easy access to
•CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function supported (H6518BD)
•LumiSense
•TCO certified (P1285/X1285/P1385W/X1385WH)
®
technology
aspect ratio supported
X1285/X1285N/S1285/P1285: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution, Auto/4:3/
16:9 aspect ratio supported
P1385W/X1385WH: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution, Auto/Full/4:3/16:9/
L.Box aspect ratio supported
H6518BD: Native 1920 x 1080 1080p resolution, Auto/Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box
aspect ratio supported
supported (P1185/P1285/P1385W/X1385WH/H6518BD)
the 3D functions
consumption and further extend lamp life.
- Dynamic Black: If turned on, the projector dynamically adjusts the power
consumption of the lamp according to the brightness of the image being
projected. When projecting darker images the power consumption will
be reduced and the contrast of the image will also be enhanced.
- ExtremeEco: The projector will decrease the power consumption of the
lamp by up to 70% when no input signal can be detected for 5 minutes.
approach and physical efficiency improvement
®
compliant
Windows® 2000, XP, 7, 8, 8.1, Vista®, Macintosh OS, Chrome OS
+
supported (H6518BD)
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Package Overview
This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure you
have them all. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.
#FunctionDescription
1POWERRefer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.
2MEDIA SETUP(No function)
3ZOOMZooms the projector display in or out.
4MODEChooses a display mode.
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6Keypad 0~9Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Setting" >
7VGATo change source to VGA. This connection supports
8COMPONENTTo change source to Component video. This connector
9S-VIDEOTo change source to S-Video.
10 HDMI™/DVITo change source to HDMI™ (or DVI). (for the model
11 Infrared
Keystone
Four
directional
selection
keys
transmitter
Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection
(±40 degrees).
Selects items or makes adjustments to your selection.
"Security" OSD.
analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i/1080p), and
YCbCr (480i/576i).
supports YPbPr/YCbCr.
with HDMI™ or DVI connector)
Sends signals to the projector.
14 HIDEPress "HIDE" to hide screen image; press again to
15 MENULaunches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to
16 PgUp/PgDnFor computer mode only. Use this button to select the
17 VIDEOTo change source to composite video.
18 RATIOChooses an aspect ratio.
19 WIRELESS;
LAN/WiFi
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21 SD/USB A(No function)
22 USB B(No function)
23 3DPress to open the 3D menu for adjusting 3D settings.
24 LaserEmits visible laser pointer light for presentation
Rewind
Play/Pause
Stop
Fast-forward
display the image.
the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits
the OSD menu.
next or previous page. This function is only available
when connected to a computer via a USB cable.
(No function)
(No function)
purposes. This function is not available for the
projectors sold in the Japanese market.
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MHL Feature Introduction
When your smart device is connected to the projector, you can use some
buttons on the remote control to control your smart device. Press "MODE" for
one second to enter or leave the MHL control mode. After entering the MHL
control mode, press "SOURCE" to switch between the navigation mode
(default), media mode and numeric mode.
Description
#Function
4MODELong press for one second to enter or leave the
13 SOURCEAfter entering the MHL control mode, press to
5Four
directional
select keys
6Keypad 0~9(No function)(No function)Enters 0~9.
15 MENUGoes to the
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Rewind
Play/Pause
Stop
Fast-forward
UpUp(No function)(No function)
down down(No function)(No function)
LeftLeftDecreases the
Right RightIncreases the
Navigation
mode
MHL control mode.
switch between the navigation mode (default),
media mode and numeric mode.
root menu.
(No function)
Selects or
enters items.
Exits current
page.
(No function)(No function)
Media modeNumeric mode
(No function)
volume.
(No function)
volume.
(No function)(No function)
Rewinds/Plays/
Pauses/Stops/
Fast-forwards
the playing of
media files.
Enters 1.
Enters 2.
Enters 3.
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S-VIDEO
VGA IN -2VGA IN -1VGA-OUTRS232
USB
MINI-B
AUDIO IN -1
AUDIO IN -2
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
B
HDTV adapter
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3
RBG
HDTV adapter
9
3
RBG
DVD player,
Set-top box,
HDTV receiver
VGA
RS232
Video/S-Video
Output
Display
Speakers
Getting Started
Connecting the Projector
•X1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/S1285
#Description#Description
1 Power cord6 S-Video cable
2 VGA cable7 RS232 cable
3 VGA to component video/HDTV adapter 8 USB cable
4 Composite video cable9 3 RCA component cable
5 Audio cable
Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
Note: Some smart devices require a converter (supplied by the
smart device maker) to enable the MHL function.
Note: Compatible HDMI/MHL dongles: WirelessHD (MWIHD1),
MWA3, Android (MWND1), Chromecast
TM
.
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USB
MINI-B
AUDIO IN -1
AUDIO IN -2
AUDIO OUT
VGA IN -1
S-VIDEO
HDMI / MHL
VIDEO
DC 5V OUT
VGA-OUT
RS232
DVD player,
Set-top box,
HDTV receiver
VGA
RS232
Video/S-Video
Output
Speakers
Smartphone/
tablet
or
Display
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•H6518BD
#Description#Description
1 Power cord8 USB cable
2 VGA cable9 3 RCA component cable
4 Composite video cable10 HDMI (MHL) cable
5 Audio cable11 WirelessHD dongle
6 S-Video cable12 Wireless dongle
7 RS232 cable
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Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
Note: Some smart devices require a converter (supplied by the
smart device maker) to enable the MHL function.
Note: Compatible HDMI/MHL dongles: WirelessHD (MWIHD1),
MWA3, Android (MWND1), Chromecast
TM
.
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X1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/
P1185/X1385WH
P1285/P1385W/H6518BD S1285
1 & 2
Turning the Projector On/Off
Turning On the Projector
1Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected.
The Power LED will light red.
2Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) 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 (when the Source Lock
function is disabled).
•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 "SOURCE" on
the control panel or remote control, or the direct source key on the
remote control to switch between inputs.
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Turning Off the Projector
1To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message
appears:
"Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process"
Press the power button again.
2The LED Power indicator will turn solid red to indicate standby mode.
3It is now safe to unplug the power cord.
When Instant Resume is selected:
1The 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.
2As long as the power cord remains plugged in, you can press the
power button to turn the projector immediately back on anytime
during the 2-minute shutdown process.
3Once the system has finished cooling, the LED Power indicator will
stop blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode.
4It 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 will 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: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down and
the
LED Temp indicator turns solid red, contact your local
reseller or service center
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Adjusting the Projected Image
Tilt adjusting wheel
Tilt adjusting wheel
Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image
The projector is equipped with two elevator feet for adjusting the image
height.
To raise the image:
1Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to raise the image to the desired
height and angle.
2Use the rear Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
To lower the image:
1Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to lower the image to the desired
height angle.
2Use the rear Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
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3 m
Desired distance
Height:
146 cm
Height:
160 cm
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95"
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.
•SVGA
If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 87" and 95".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 160 cm height is
required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
1.54388 x 6673 4897 x 7380
258118 x 8897 64129 x 97106
2.572147 x 110121 79161 x 121133
387176 x 13214695194 x 145160
3.5101206 x 154170 111226 x 169186
4116235 x 176194 127258 x 194213
4.5130265 x 199218 143290 x 218240
5145294 x 221243 159323 x 242266
6174353 x 265291 191387 x 290319
7203412 x 309340 222452 x 339373
8232471 x 353388 254516 x 387426
9261529 x 397437 286581 x 435479
10289588 x 441485 318645 x 484532
11318647 x 485534 349710 x 532585
12347706 x 529582 381774 x 581639
Zoom Ratio: 1.1 x
From base to
top of image
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3 m
Desired distance
Height:
121 cm
Height:
133 cm
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top of
image
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79"
•XGA
If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 72" and 79".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 133 cm height is
required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
1.53674 x 5561 4081 x 6067
24898 x 7481 53108 x 8189
2.560123 x 92101 66134 x 101111
372147 x 11012179161 x 121133
3.584172 x 129142 93188 x 141155
496196 x 147162 106215 x 161177
4.5109221 x 165182 119242 x 181200
5121245 x 184202 132269 x 202222
6145294 x 221243 159323 x 242266
7169343 x 257283 185376 x 282310
8193392 x 294324 212430 x 323355
9217441 x 331364 238484 x 363399
10241490 x 368404 265538 x 403444
11265539 x 404445 291591 x 444488
12289588 x 441485 318645 x 484532
Zoom Ratio: 1.1 x
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3 m
Desired distance
Height:
424 cm
From
base to
top of
image
242"
•XGA (fixed-zoom models)
If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes around 242".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 424 cm height is
required when located at 3 m distance.
Desired
Distance
(m)
< A >
Diagonal
(inch)
< B >
Screen Size
W (cm) x H (cm)
From base to
top of image
181164 x 123141
1.5121246 x 184212
2161328 x 246283
2.5202410 x 307353
3242492 x 369424
3.5282574 x 430495
4323656 x 492566
4.5363738 x 553636
5403820 x 615707
6484984 x 738848
75651148 x 861990
86451311 x 9841131
97261475 x 11071273
108071639 x 12301414
118871803 x 13521555
129681967 x 14751697
Zoom Ratio: 1.0 x
(cm)
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3 m
Desired distance
Height:
114 cm
Height:
125 cm
From
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top of
image
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93"
•WXGA
If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 84" and 93".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 125 cm height is
required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
1.54291 x 5757 46100 x 6363
256121 x 7676 62133 x 8383
2.570152 x 9595 77167 x 104104
384182 x 11411493200 x 125125
3.598212 x 133133 108233 x 146146
4113242 x 152152 124267 x 167167
4.5127273 x 170170 139300 x 188188
5141303 x 189189 155333 x 208208
6169364 x 227227 186400 x 250250
7197424 x 265265 217467 x 292292
8225485 x 303303 248533 x 333333
9253545 x 341341 279600 x 375375
10281606 x 379379 310667 x 417417
11310667 x 417417 340733 x 458458
12338727 x 455455 371800 x 500500
Zoom Ratio: 1.1 x
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3 m
Desired distance
Height:
118 cm
Height:
154 cm
From
base to
top of
image
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90"
118"
•1080p
If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 90" and 118".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 154 cm height is
required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
39 3987 x 4951
59 59130 x 7377
79 79174 x 98103
98 98217 x 122128
390200 x 113118118261 x 147154
3.5105233 x 131
4120267 x 150
4.5136300 x 169
5151333 x 188
6181400 x 225
7211467 x 263
8241533 x 300
9271600 x 338
10301667 x 375
11331733 x 413
12361800 x 450
Zoom Ratio: 1.3 x
138 137304 x 171180
158 157348 x 196205
177 177391 x 220231
197 196435 x 245257
236 236522 x 293308
276 275609 x 342360
315 314696 x 391411
354 354783 x 440462
394 393870 x 489514
433 432957 x 538565
473 4711043 x 587616
From base to
top of image
(cm)
< C >
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How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting
Desired distance
Height:
117 cm
From base
to top of
image
70"
Desired
image size
2.2 m
2.4 m
Distance and Zoom
The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either
the position or the zoom ring.
•SVGA
To obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance between 2.2 m
and 2.4 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
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Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
< A >
W (cm) x H (cm)
Max zoom
< B >
3061 x 461.0
4081 x 611.31.4
50102 x 761.61.7
60122 x 911.92.1
Min zoom
< C >
From base to top of
image < D >
50
67
84
101
70142 x 1072.22.4117
80163 x 1222.52.8
90183 x 1372.83.1
100203 x 1523.13.5
120244 x 1833.84.1
150305 x 2294.75.2
180366 x 2745.76.2
200406 x 3056.36.9
250508 x 3817.98.6
300610 x 4579.4
Zoom Ratio: 1.1 x
134
151
168
201
251
302
335
419
503
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Desired distance
Height:
117 cm
From base
to top of
image
70"
Desired
image size
2.6 m
2.9 m
•XGA
To obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance between 2.6 m
and 2.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
< A >
W (cm) x H (cm)
3061 x 461.2
4081 x 611.51.7
50102 x 761.92.1
60122 x 912.32.5
70142 x 1072.62.9117
80163 x 1223.03.3
90183 x 1373.43.7
100203 x 1523.84.1
120244 x 1834.55.0
150305 x 2295.76.2
180366 x 2746.87.5
200406 x 3057.68.3
250508 x 3819.410.4
300610 x 45711.3
Zoom Ratio: 1.1 x
Max zoom
< B >
Min zoom
< C >
From base to top of
image < D >
50
67
84
101
134
151
168
201
251
302
335
419
503
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•XGA (fixed-zoom models)
Desired distance
Height:
123 cm
From
base to
top of
image
70"
Desired
image size
0.9 m
To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance 0.9 m from the
screen.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
< A >
W (cm) x H (cm)
3061 x 460.4
4081 x 610.50.5
50102 x 760.60.6
60122 x 910.70.7
70142 x 1070.90.9123
80163 x 1221.01.0
90183 x 1371.11.1
100203 x 1521.21.2
120244 x 1831.51.5
150305 x 2291.91.9
180366 x 2742.22.2
200406 x 3052.52.5
250508 x 3813.13.1
300610 x 4573.7
Zoom Ratio: 1.0 x
Max zoom
< B >
Min zoom
< C >
From base to top of
image < D >
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70
88
105
140
158
175
210
263
315
351
438
526
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Desired distance
Height:
94 cm
From base
to top of
image
70"
Desired
image size
2.3 m
2.5 m
•WXGA
To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 2.3 m
and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
< A >
W (cm) x H (cm)
3065 x 401.1
4086 x 541.31.4
50108 x 671.61.8
60129 x 811.92.1
70151 x 942.32.594
80172 x 1082.62.8
90194 x 1212.93.2
100215 x 1353.23.6
120258 x 1623.94.3
150323 x 2024.85.3
180388 x 2425.86.4
200431 x 2696.57.1
250538 x 3378.18.9
300646 x 4049.7
Zoom Ratio: 1.1 x
Max zoom
< B >
Min zoom
< C >
From base to top of
image < D >
40
54
67
81
108
121
135
162
202
242
269
337
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•1080p
Desired distance
Height:
92 cm
From base
to top of
image
70"
Desired
image size
1.8 m
2.3 m
To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 1.8 m
and 2.3 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
Desired Image SizeDistance (m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
< A >
W (cm) x H (cm)
3066 x 371.0
4089 x 501.01.3
50111 x 621.31.7
60133 x 751.52.0
70155 x 871.82.392
80177 x 1002.02.7
90199 x 1122.33.0
100221 x 1252.53.3
120266 x 1493.14.0
150332 x 1873.85.0
180398 x 2244.66.0
200443 x 2495.16.6
250553 x 3116.48.3
300664 x 3747.6
Zoom Ratio: 1.3 x
Max zoom
< B >
Min zoom
< C >
From base to top of
image < D >
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52
65
78
105
118
131
157
196
235
262
327
392
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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" is displayed on the screen.
1Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) on the control panel or
remote control.
2Press "MENU" on the control panel or 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 several options.
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.
5Press "MENU" anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer
welcome screen.
Note: The OSD screenshot is for reference only and may differ from the
actual design.
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Main menu
Submenu
Setting
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus
The projector has multilingual Onscreen Display (OSD) menus 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 control panel or remote
control.
•When the OSD is displayed, use to select an item in the main menu.
After selecting the desired main menu item, press to enter a submenu
for feature setting.
•Use to select the desired item and adjust the settings by using
.
•Select the next item to be adjusted in the submenu and adjust as described
above.
•Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote control, the screen will
return to the main menu.
•To exit the OSD menu, press "MENU" on the control panel or remote
control again. It will close and the projector will automatically save the
new settings.
Note: Some of the following OSD settings may not be available. Please refer
to the actual OSD of your projector.
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Color
LumiSense
Display Mode
Wall Color
The light sensor of LumiSense+ technology can intelligently
optimizes 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 with higher
brightness.
•Standard: For common environment.
•Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo
playing.
•Dark Cinema: For dark movie content.
•Video: For playing video in a bright environment.
•Picture: For graphic picture.
•Game: For game content.
•Education: For education environment.
•Sport: For sport picture.
•User: Memorize user’s settings.
Use this function to choose a proper color according to the
wall. There are several choices, including White, Light
Yellow, Light Blue, Pink and Dark Green. It will compensate
for the color deviation due to the wall color to show the
correct image tone.
Adjusts the brightness of the image.
Brightness
•Press to darken the image.
•Press to lighten the image.
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Contrast
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Controls the degree of 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 colors.
Saturation
Tint
Color
Temperature
Dynamic Black
Gamma
•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.
Adjusts the color temperature. At higher color
temperatures, the screen looks colder; at lower color
temperatures, the screen looks warmer.
If turned on, the projector dynamically adjusts the power
consumption of the lamp according to the brightness of
the image being projected. When projecting darker images
the power consumption will be reduced and the contrast of
the image will also be enhanced.
Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater
gamma value, dark scenery will look brighter.
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Advanced
•Ind. Color Management: Adjusts the red, green, blue,
cyan, yellow and magenta colors.
•- Ind. Hue: Changes the hue of the color selected.
•- Ind. Saturation: Adjusts a video image from black
and white to fully saturated color.
•- Ind. Gain: Adjusts the contrast levels.
•Brilliant Color: Produces an expanded on-screen color
spectrum that delivers enhanced color saturation for
bright, true-to-life images. This feature is "On" by
default.
•White Peaking: Increases the brightness of whites that
are near 100%. (Video sources only)
•Film Mode: Sets the image optimized to 24-frame True
Film mode for more realistic cadence of film playback
during motion sequences.
•Noise Reduction: Adjusts the level of noise reduction
that helps to eliminate unwanted noise in the picture.
•Black Extension: Analyzes the current input image and
calculates an offset value which is then added to the
analog to digital converter black level value. This
ensures optimum black level for each analog source.
Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer
mode.
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Image
Projection
Projection
Mode
Projection
Location
Aspect Ratio
Auto Keystone
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•Front-Desktop: The factory default setting.
• Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the
projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted
projection.
• Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the
projector reverses the image so that you can project
behind a translucent screen.
• Rear-Ceiling: When you select this function, the
projector reverses and inverts the image at same time.
You can project from behind a translucent screen with
ceiling mounted projection.
• Front: The factory default setting.
• Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from
behind a translucent screen.
• Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of
image.
• Desktop
• Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceiling-
mounted projection.
Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.
•Auto: Keeps the image with original width-height ratio
and maximizes the image to fit native horizontal or
vertical pixels.
•Full (for WXGA/1080p models): The image will be
displayed making full use of the horizontal and vertical
pixels.
•4:3: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and
displayed using a 4:3 ratio.
•16:9: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and
displayed using a 16:9 ratio.
•L.Box (for WXGA/1080p models): Keeps the original
signal aspect ratio and zooms in by 1.333 times.
Automatically adjusts image distortion caused by tilting
projection (±40 degrees).
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KeystoneManually adjusts image distortion caused by tilting
projection (±40 degrees).
Manual
Keystone
This function is unavailable when Auto Keystone is set
to "On".
Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
Sharpness
H. Position
(Horizontal
Position)
V. Position
(Vertical
Position)
Frequency
Tracking
HDMI Color
Range
HDMI Scan Info
•Press to decrease the sharpness.
•Press to increase the sharpness.
•Press to move the image left.
•Press to move the image right.
•Press to move the image down.
•Press to move the image up.
Changes the projector’s refresh rate to match the frequency
of your computer’s graphics card. If you experience a vertical
flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to
correct it.
Synchronizes the signal timing of the display with the
graphics card. If you experience an unstable or flickering
image, use this function to correct it.
Adjusts the color range of the HDMI image data to prevent
color display error.
•Auto: Automatically adjusts the color range by
information from the player.
•Limited Range: Processes the input image as limited
color range data.
•Full Range: Processes the input image as full color range
data.
Adjusts the overscan ratio of the HDMI image on screen.
•Auto: Automatically adjusts the overscan ratio by
information from the player.
•Underscan: Always no overscan on the HDMI image.
•Overscan: Always keep overscan on the HDMI image.
Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions
are not supported under video mode.
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Note: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" are only available when
the input signal is HDMI.
Setting
Startup Screen
Screen Capture
Source Lock
Closed Caption
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Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you
change the setting, it will take effect when you exit the OSD
menu.
•Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector.
•User: Use the memorized picture from the "Screen
Capture" function.
Use this function to customize the startup screen. To capture
the 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", and the
"Aspect Ratio" is set to "4:3". For details, refer to the "Image"
section.
•Change the "Startup Screen" from the default setting
"Acer" to "User".
•Select "Screen Capture" to customize the startup screen.
•A dialog box appears to confirm the action. Choose
"Yes" to use the current image as your customized
startup screen. Choose "No" to cancel the screen capture
and exist 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.
Selecting "On" enables the function and when switching
input signals, you need to press "SOURCE" on the control
panel or remote control, or the direct source key on the
remote control. When this function is disabled, the projector
will detect your source automatically.
Selects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2,
CC3, 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 SVideo input signal is selected and its system format is NTSC.
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VGA OUT
(Standby)
DC 5V Out
(Standby)
HDMI CEC
(Internal)
Reset
Selecting "On" enables the function. The projector can output
a VGA signal when it is in standby mode and the VGA IN (or
VGA IN 1) and VGA OUT sockets are correctly connected to the
devices.
Enabling this function slightly increases the standby
power consumption.
Selecting "On" enables the function. Both micro USB cable
inside the projector and the DC 5V out port/USB A port (if
available) on the back of the projector can output 5V power
when it is in standby mode.
Enabling this function slightly increases the standby
power consumption.
Selecting "On" allows synchronized power ON/OFF operation
between the projector and a CEC-compatible device
connected to the HDMI/MHL port of the projector.
This function is only available for the internal HDMI/
MHL port.
Press after choosing "Yes" to return the display
parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.
Security
This projector provides a useful security function for the
administrator to manage the projector.
Press to change the "Security" setting. If the security
function is enabled, your must enter "Administrator
Password" first before changing the security setting.
Security
The factory default of "Administrator Password" is
"1234".
•Select "On" to enable the security function. You have to
enter password depending on the "Security Mode".
Please refer to "User Password" section for details.
•If "Off" is selected, you can switch on the projector
without password.
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Timeout (Min.)
Once "Security" is set to "On", you can set timeout function.
•Press to select timeout duration.
•The range is from 10 to 990 minutes.
•When time is up, the projector will request you to enter
the password again.
•The factory default setting of "Timeout (Min.)" is "Off".
•Once the security function is enabled, the projector will
request you to enter password when switching on the
projector. Both "User Password" and "Administrator
Password" can be accepted for this dialogue.
User Password
•Press to set up or change "User Password".
•Use the numerical keys on the remote control to set the
password and press "MENU" to confirm.
•To delete the digits, Press .
•Enter the password again when you see "Confirm
Password" displayed.
•The password should be 4~8 digits in length.
•If you select "Request password only after plugging
power cord", you are requested to input the password
every time the power cord is plugged.
•If you select "Always request password while projector
turns on", you are requested to input the password every
time the projector is turned on.
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Security
Administrator Password
You can enter "Administrator Password" when the "Enter
Administrator Password" or "Enter Password" dialogue box
displays.
•Press to change "Administrator Password".
•The factory default of "Administrator Password" is
"1234".
If you forget your administrator password, do the following
to retrieve the administrator password:
•Enter the unique 6-digit "Universal Password" which is
printed on the Security Card that came with your
projector. This unique password will be accepted by the
projector no matter what the administrator password is.
•If the Security Card is lost, please contact your local Acer
service center.
Lock User Startup Screen
This function is set to "OFF" by default. If set to "ON", the
startup screen is locked and cannot be changed by the
"Startup Screen" and "Screen Capture" functions.
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Management
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ECO Mode
High Altitude
Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp, which will also
lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend
the lamp life. Choose "Off" to return to the normal mode.
Choose "On" to turn on the High Altitude mode. When
this function is turned on, the projector fans operate at full
speed continuously to cool down the projector’s
temperature.
•Instant Off: Enables you to turn off the projector
immediately without fan cooling process by pressing
Turn Off Mode
the power button twice.
•Instant Resume: Enables you to restart the projector
immediately within 2 minutes after turning it off.
Auto Shutdown
(Minutes)
AC Power On
Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
Lamp Reminding
Lamp Hour Reset
The projector will automatically shut down while there is
no signal input detected after the time you set.
Selecting "On" enables the function. The projector will
automatically turn on when power is supplied via the
power cord.
Choose this function to show or hide warning message
when the changing lamp message is displayed. The
message will show up 30 hours before end of life.
Press after choosing "Yes" to reset the lamp hour
counter to 0 hours.
Audio
Volume
•Press to decrease the volume.
•Press to increase the volume.
•Bluetooth: Selecting "On" enables the function.
•Bluetooth Search: Press to search for available
BT Speaker
Connection
Mute
Power On/Off
Volume
devices. Select a device in the list of found devices.
The projector will automatically try to connect to
the last connected device the next time you enable
the Bluetooth function.
•Choose "On" to turn mute on.
•Choose "Off" to turn mute off.
Select this function to adjust the notification volume
when turning the projector on/off.
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Alarm Volume
Select this function to adjust the volume of any
warning notifications.
3D
Selects "On" to enable the 3D function supported by DLP 3D
technology.
3D
2D to 3D
3D Format
3D Sync Invert
24P 3DChoose 96Hz or 144Hz for 24p 3D.
•On: Select this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad
buffer (NVIDIA/ATI...) graphics card and HQFS format file
or DVD with corresponding SW player.
•Off: Turns off the 3D mode.
•2D to 3D: Converts 2D contents to 3D. Note that DLP 3D
glasses are required to obtain the best 3D effect.
•Mode: Provides several preset 2D to 3D conversion
modes for your selection. You can also select User and
use the "Convergence" and "Depth" functions described
below to setup your customized conversion mode.
•Convergence: Changes the convergence effect that is
used when converting 2D contents to 3D.
•Depth: Adjusts the image depth of 3D objects.
"Depth" and "Convergence" are only available when
"Mode" is set to "User".
If the 3D content is not displayed correctly, you can select a
3D format that suits the 3D content you are viewing and
obtain the best result.
If you see a discrete or overlapping image while wearing DLP
3D glasses, you may need to execute "Invert" to get best
match of left/right image sequence to get the correct image
(for DLP 3D).
Choose "On" to display the 3D warning message.
3D Warning
Message
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Note: Supported 3D signal timings:
Signal source typeSupported timing
Video/S-Video/Component
video
VGA/HDMI (PC mode)640 x 480@50/60/100/120Hz
HDMI (Video mode)HQFS 3D (480i@60Hz) , 576i@50Hz,
It needs correct settings on graphics card 3D application program for correct
3D display.
The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media Player
can support 3D format files. You can download these players on the web
page below.
- Stereoscopic Player (Trial): http://www.3dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx
- DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial): http://www.tridef.com/download/TriDef3-D-Experience-4.0.2.html
Note: "3D Sync Invert" and "3D Format" are only available when "3D" is
enabled.
HQFS 3D (480i@60Hz), 576i@50Hz
800 x 600@50/60/100/120Hz
1024 x 768@50/60/100/120Hz
1280 x 800@50/60/100/120Hz (RB)
Sets a language for the OSD menus. Use to
select your preferred language.
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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
#ProblemSolution
1No image appears
onscreen
2Partial, scrolling
or incorrectly
displayed image
(For PC (Windows
95/98/2000/XP/
Win7/Vista))
•Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as
described in the "Getting Started" section.
•Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or
broken.
•Make sure the projector is switched on.
•Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or remote
control.
•For an incorrectly displayed image:
•Open "My Computer > 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 1600 x 1200 or 1920 x
1080.
•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 1600 x 1200 or 1920 x 1080.
•Click the "Change" button under the
"Monitor" tab.
•Click "Show all devices > 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 1600
x 1200 or 1920 x 1080.
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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
•Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or 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
•Use "Tracking" to correct it. Refer to the "Image"
section for more information.
•Change the display color setting 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.
3.8 to 24.9 feet (1.15 to 7.6 meters)
Refer to the "How to Get a Preferred Image Size by
Adjusting Distance and Zoom" section for more
information.
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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 with 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.
9Image is too small
or too large
•Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector.
•Move the projector closer to or further from the
screen.
•Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote
control. Go to "Image" > "Aspect Ratio" and try
different settings.
10Image has slanted
sides
•If possible, reposition the projector so that it is
centered on the screen and below the bottom of the
screen.
•Press the Keystone correction keys on the control
panel or remote control until the image becomes
square.
•Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote
control to open the OSD menu. Go to "Image" >
"Auto Keystone" or "Image" > "Keystone" to make
adjustments.
11Image is reversed
•Select "Image" > "Projection Mode", "Image" >
"Projection Location" on the OSD and adjust the
projection direction.
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, contact
your local dealer or Acer service center.
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OSD Messages
Fan Fail.
Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
Projector Overheated.
Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.
Replacement suggested!
#ConditionMessage Reminder
1MessageFan 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 is used. Please also check the dust filters if
they are installed. If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please
clean it.
Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon.
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LED & Alarm Definition Listing
LED Messages
MessagePower LEDLAMP LEDTEMP LED
RedBlueRedRed
Standby
(Power cord plugged in)
Power on--V----
Lamp retry--Quick
Turning off (Cooling
state)
Turning off (Cooling
completed)
Error (Thermal failure)--V--V
Error (Fan lock failure)--V--Quick
Error (Lamp breakdown)--VV--
Error (Color wheel
failure)
V-- -- --
flashing
Quick
flashing
V-- -- --
--VQuick
------
----
flashing
--
flashing
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2
1
1
5
4
5
Using the inner connector(s)
Turn the projector off by pressing (POWER). Allow the projector at least 45
minutes to cool down. Disconnect the power cord.
1Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover. (Illustration #1)
2Push up and remove the cover. (Illustration #2)
3Locate the HDMI (MHL) connector beside the focus/zoom ring.
4Insert the WirelessHD dongle (MWIHD1) or other HDMI/MHL dongle into
the HDMI (MHL) connector. (Illustration #3)
5A micro USB cable is also available if you need to power the HDMI/MHL
dongle.
6Replace the cover and tighten the screw(s). (Illustration #4 - #5)
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20
mm
13
mm
8.4
mm
130 mm
49.9
mm
Short Rod
Screw Type A
50 mm length / 8 mm diameter -
Ceiling Mount Base
- Attach to ceiling
Long Rod
Extension Rod
Allen Key
- For tighten/loosen
Tightening Screw
Medium Rod
Large Cylinder Cap
Ceiling Mount Installation
If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the
steps below:
1Drill four holes into a solid, structurally sound part of the ceiling, and
secure the mount base.
Note: Screws are not included. Please obtain the appropriate
screws for your type of ceiling.
2Secure the ceiling rod using the appropriate type of cylinder screws.
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3Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the
Smaller Washer
Large Washer
Projector Bracket
Supports projector and
allows for adjustments
Screw Type B
Spacer
- For heat dissipation
Screw Type A
50 mm length /8 mm diameter
Large Cylinder Cap
Allen Key
- For tighten/loosen
Tightening Screw
projector to the ceiling mount bracket.
Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space
between the bracket and the projector to allow for proper heat
distribution. Use two washers for extra support, if deemed
necessary.
4Attach the ceiling bracket to the ceiling rod.
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30
Allen Key
Tightening Screw
Allen Key
Tightening Screw
121.61 mm
89.40 mm
19.23 mm
48.39 mm
5Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.
Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is
listed in the table below. 4 mm diameter screws are enclosed in
the screw pack.
Screw Type BWasher Type
Diameter (mm)Length (mm)LargeSmall
425VV
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Specifications
The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs,
please refer to Acer's marketing documentation.
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Projection system
Resolution
™
DLP
•X1185/X1185N/P1185:
Native: SVGA (800 x 600)
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), 1080p (1920 x 1080),
WUXGA (1920 x 1200) (supports reduce blanking only)
•X1285/X1285N/S1285/P1285:
Native: XGA (1024 x 768)
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), 1080p (1920 x 1080),
WUXGA (1920 x 1200) (supports reduce blanking only)
•P1385W/X1385WH:
Native: WXGA (1280 x 800)
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), 1080p (1920 x 1080),
WUXGA (1920 x 1200) (supports reduce blanking only)
•H6518BD
Native: 1080p (1920 x 1080)
Maximum: WUXGA (1920 x 1200) (supports reduce
blanking only)
Computer compatibilityRefer to the "Compatibility Modes" section for more
Video compatibilityNTSC (3.58/4.43), PAL (M/N), PAL 60, SECAM, HDTV
Projection screen size (diagonal)
with clear focus
•X1185/X1185N/P1185:
54" (138 cm) - 300" (762 cm)
•X1285/X1285N/P1285:
55" (138 cm) - 300" (762 cm)
•S1285:
60" (152 cm) - 300" (762 cm)
•P1385W/X1385WH:
55" (139 cm) - 300" (762 cm)
•H6518BD:
45" (115 cm) - 300" (762 cm)
Projection distance with clear
focus
•X1185/X1185N/P1185:
7.8' (2.4 m) - 39.2' (11.9 m)
•X1285/X1285N/P1285:
7.4' (2.3 m) - 37.2' (11.3 m)
•S1285:
2.4' (0.7 m) - 12.2' (3.7 m)
•P1385W/X1385WH:
6.4' (1.9 m) - 31.8' (9.7 m)
•H6518BD:
4.9' (1.5 m) - 25.1' (7.6 m)
Throw ratio
•X1185/X1185N/P1185/X1285/X1285N/P1285:
78"±3% @ 3.1 m (1.96 - 2.15)
•S1285:
78"±3% @ 0.96 m (0.61)
•P1385W/X1385WH:
87"±3% @ 2.9 m (1.55 - 1.7)
•H6518BD:
95"±3% @ 2.42 m (1.15 - 1.5)
Horizontal scan rate31 - 99 KHz
Vertical refresh scan rate23 - 120 Hz
Keystone correction
•P1185/P1285/P1385W/X1385WH/H6518BD:
+/-40 Degrees (Vertical), Manual & Auto
•X1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/S1285:
+/-40 Degrees (Vertical), Manual
Digital zoom2 X
Audio
•X1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/S1285/P1185/
X1385WH:
3W x 1
•P1285/P1385W/H6518BD:
10W x 1
WeightApproximate 3.3 kg (7.26 lbs.)
Dimensions (W x D x H)415 x 320 x 180 mm (13.6’ x 10.5’ x 5.9’)
Power supplyUniversal AC input 100 - 240 V, input frequency 50/60
Hz
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Power consumption (typical)
•X1185/X1185N/P1185/X1285/X1285N/S1285/
P1285/P1385W/X1385WH:
190 W
•H6518BD:
210 W
Operating temperature0ºC to 40ºC / 32ºF to 104ºF
I/O connectorsX1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/S1285:
•Power socket x 1
•USB (Type mini B) x 1
•VGA input x 2
•VGA output x 1
•RS232 x 1
•Composite video x 1
•S-Video x 1
•3.5 mm audio jack input x 2
•3.5 mm audio jack output x 1
P1185/X1385WH:
•Power socket x 1
•USB (Type mini B) x 1
•VGA input x 2
•VGA output x 1
•RS232 x 1
•Composite video x 1
•S-Video x 1
•HDMI/MHL x 1
•USB Type A (DC 5V OUT) x 1
•3.5 mm audio jack input x 2
•3.5 mm audio jack output x 1
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Standard package contents
Accessory (optional)
P1285/P1385W:
•Power socket x 1
•USB (Type mini B) x 1
•VGA input x 2
•VGA output x 1
•RS232 x 1
•Composite video x 1
•S-Video x 1
•HDMI/MHL x 2
•USB Type A (DC 5V OUT) x 1
•3.5 mm audio jack input x 2
•3.5 mm audio jack output x 1
•Micro USB cable x 1
H6518BD:
•Power socket x 1
•USB (Type mini B) x 1
•VGA input x 1
•VGA output x 1
•Component video input x 1
•RS232 x 1
•Composite video x 1
•S-Video x 1
•HDMI/MHL x 2
•USB Type A (DC 5V OUT) x 1
•3.5 mm audio jack input x 2
•3.5 mm audio jack output x 1
•Micro USB cable x 1
•AC power cord x 1
•VGA cable x 1
•Remote control x 1
•Battery x 2 (for the remote control)
•User's guide (CD-ROM) x 1
•Quick start guide x 1
•Security card x 1
•Composite video cable x 1
•Carrying case x 1
•Dust filter x 1
•WirelessHD dongle kit (MWIHD1) x 1
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Compatibility Modes
1VGA Analog - PC Signal
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ModeResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]
6031.47
7237.86
VGA640 x 480
SVGA800 x 600
XGA1024 x 768
1152 x 864
SXGA
1280 x 1024
QuadVGA
SXGA+1400 x 10506065.32
UXGA1600 x 12006075.00
PowerBook G4
1280 x 9606060.00
1280 x 9607575.00
640 x 4806031.50
640 x 48066.6 (67)35.00
800 x 6006037.88
1024 x 7686048.36
1024 x 7687560.241
1152 x 8707568.681
7537.50
8543.27
12061.91
5635.20
6037.88
7248.08
7546.88
8553.67
12077.43
6048.36
7056.48
7560.02
8568.68
12098.96
7063.85
7567.50
8577.10
6063.98
7276.97
7579.98
8591.15
H.Frequency
[KHz]
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1280 x 7686047.78
1280 x 7687560.29
1280 x 7688568.63
1280 x 7206045.00
1280 x 8006049.70
1280 x 800 - RB120101.6
WXGA
1440 x 9006055.94
1680 x 10506065.29
1366 x 7686047.71
1920 x 1080-RB6066.60
1920 x 1080-EIA6067.50
1024 x 6006037.50
1920 x 1200-RB59.9574.04
2HDMI - PC Signal
ModeResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]
VGA_60
VGA_7272.80937.861
VGA_757537.5
VGA_8585.00843.269
VGA_120119.51861.91
SVGA_56
SVGA_6060.31737.879
SVGA_7272.18848.077
SVGA_757546.875
SVGA_8585.06153.674
SVGA_120119.85477.425
XGA_60
XGA_7070.06956.476
XGA_7575.02960.023
XGA_120119.80498.958
SXGA_75
SXGA_8584.9977.094
SXGA_60
SXGA_727276.97
SXGA_7575.02579.976
SXGA_8585.02491.146
QuadVGA_751280 x 9607575
640 x 480
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1152 x 864
1280 x 1024
59.9431.469
56.2535.156
60.00448.363
7567.5
60.0263.981
H.Frequency
[KHz]
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SXGA+_601400 x 105059.97865.317
UXGA_601600 x 12006075
Mac G4640 x 480@60Hz59.9431.469
MAC13640 x 480@67Hz66.66735
Mac G4800 x 600@60Hz60.31737.879
Mac G41024 x 768@60Hz60.00448.363
MAC191024 x 768@75Hz75.0260.241
MAC211152 x 870@75Hz75.06168.681
WXGA_60
WXGA_7574.89360.289
WXGA_8584.83768.633
WXGA_601280 x 7206045
WXGA_601280 x 80059.8149.702
WXGA_120-RB1280 x 800119.909101.563
WXGA+_601440 x 90059.88755.935
1680x1050_601680 x 105059.95465.29
acer_16:91366 x 76859.7947.712
1920 x 1080_RB1920 x10806066.587
1920 x 1080_EIA1920 x10806067.5
acer_timing1024 x 6006037.5
1920 x 1200-RB1920 x 120059.9574.038
1280 x 768
59.8747.776
3HDMI - Video Signal
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ModeResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
480i
480p720 x 4806031.47
576i
576p720 x 5765031.25
720p1280 x 7206045.00
720p1280 x 7205037.50
1080i1920 x 10806033.75
1080i1920 x 10805028.13
1080p1920 x 10806067.50
1080p1920 x 10805056.26
1080p1920 x 10802427.00
1080p1920 x 108023.9826.97
720 x 480
(1440 x 480)
720 x 576
(1440 x 576)
6015.73
5015.63
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4MHL - Video Signal
ModeResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
480i
480p720 x 4806031.47
576i
576p720 x 5765031.25
720p1280 x 7206045.00
720p1280 x 7205037.50
1080i1920 x 10806033.75
1080i1920 x 10805028.13
1080p1920 x 10802427.00
1080p1920 x 108023.9826.97
1080p1920 x 10803033.75
720 x 480
(1440 x 480)
720 x 576
(1440 x 576)
6015.73
5015.63
5YPbPr Signal
ModeResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
480i
480p
576i
576p
720p
720p
1080i
1080i
1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
720 x 480
720 x 480
720 x 576
720 x 576
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
59.9415.73
59.9431.47
50.0015.63
50.0031.25
60.0045.00
50.0037.50
60.0033.75
50.0028.13
60.0067.5
50.0056.26
24.0027.00
23.9826.97
6Video, S-Video Signal
ModeV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]fsc (MHz)
NTSC15.7360
PAL15.6350
SECAM15.6350
PAL-M15.7360
PAL-N15.6350
PAL-6015.7360
NTSC4.4315.7360
3.58
4.43
4.25 or 4.41
3.58
3.58
4.43
4.43
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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.
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Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications
Commission, to operate this device.
Operation conditions
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries
Acer hereby, declares that this projector series is in compliance with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification
Radio device regulatory notice
Note: The regulatory information below is for models with
wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.
General
This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any
country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on
configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such
as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules).
Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-210)
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.
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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 a 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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8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi
Acer Incorporated
New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
Declaration of Conformity
We,
Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail:ru_jan@acer.com.tw
Declare under our own responsibility that the product:
Product: DLP Projector
Trade Name: Acer
Model Number: X1185/X1285/S1285/ P1185/P1285/P1385W/X1385WH/H6518BD
To which this declaration refers conforms to the relevant standard or other standardizing documents:
•EN55022:2010 Class B; EN 55024:2010
•EN61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009, Class A
•EN61000-3-3:2008
•EN 60950-1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010+A12:2011
•Regulation (EC) No. 1275/ 2008; EN 62301:2005
•EN50581:2012
We hereby declare above product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and RoHS Directive 2011/
65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign
requirements for energy-related product.
series
Year to begin affixing CE marking 2015.
RU Jan/Sr. Manager Date
Regulation Center, Acer Inc.
Jan. 26, 2015 -
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Product:DLP Projector
Model Number:QSV1407/QSV1502/QNX1408/
QNX1501/QNX1419/QSV1410/
QNX1411/QWX1413/QWX1409/
H1P1418 series
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.
Contact Person:Acer Representative
Phone No.:254-298-4000
Fax No.:254-298-4147
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:
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Congratulations!
This product is TCO Certifiedfor Sustainable IT
TCO Certified is an international third party sustainability certification for
IT products. TCO Certified ensures that the manufacture, use and
recycling of IT products reflect environmental, social and economic
responsibility. Every TCO Certified product model is verified by an
accredited independent test laboratory.
This product has been verified to meet all the criteria in TCO Certified, including:
Corporate Social Responsibility
Socially responsible production - working conditions and labor law in manufacturing country
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency of product and power supply. Energy Star compliant, where applicable
Environmental Management System
Manufacturer must be certified according to either ISO 14001 or EMAS
Minimization of Hazardous Substances
Limits on cadmium, mercury, lead & hexavalent chromium including requirements for mercury-free
products, halogenated substances and hazardous flame retardants
Design for Recycling
Coding of plastics for easy recycling. Limit on the number of different plastics used.
Limits on hazardous substances in product packaging. Packaging prepared for recycling
Ergonomic, User-centered design
Visual ergonomics in products with a display. Adjustability for user comfort (displays, headsets)
Acoustic performance
protection against sound spikes (headsets) and fan noise (projectors, computers)
Ergonomically designed keyboard (notebooks)
Electrical Safety, minimal electro-magnetic Emissions
Third Party Testing
All certified product models have been tested in an independent, accredited laboratory.
A detailed criteria set is available for download at www.tcodevelopment.com, where you can also
find a searchable database of all TCO Certified IT products.
TCO Development, the organization behind TCO Certified, has been an international driver in the
field of Sustainable IT for 20 years. Criteria in TCO Certified are developed in collaboration with
scientists, experts, users and manufacturers. Organizations around the world rely on TCO Certified
as a tool to help them reach their sustainable IT goals. We are owned by TCO, a non-profit
organization representing office workers. TCO Development is headquartered in Stockholm,
Sweden, with regional presence in North America and Asia.
For more information, please visit
www.tcodevelopment.com
Only P1285/X1285/P1385W/X1385WH is TCO Certified.
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