Acer P5260EP User Manual

Acer Projector

P5260E/P5260EP/P1165E/P1165EP Series

User's Guide

Acer Projector P5260E/P5260EP/P1165E/P1165EP Series User's Guide Original Issue: 10/2007

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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

computer.

• 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, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, 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 projector if it is broken or you have dropped 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 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. 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 projector or remote controller.

• 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 it shows 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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Operating environment for using wireless (optional)

Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your machine under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G.

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally, and it and its antenna are positioned at least 1.5 centimeters (5/8 inches) away from your body (refer to the figure below). It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above-stated distance from your body.

To successfully transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or messages may be delayed until such a connection is available.

Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the transmission is completed.

Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased.

Medical devices

Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions.

Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers should do the following:

• Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the

pacemaker.

• Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on.

If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it.

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Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.

Vehicles

RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle. Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.

Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone network, and may be illegal.

Potentially explosive environments

Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.

Hearing Protection

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://global.acer.com/about/ sustainability.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

First things first

Usage Notes

Do:

• Turn off the product before cleaning.

• Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display

housing.

• Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not being used

for a long period of time.

Don't:

• Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for ventilation.

• Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.

• Use under the following conditions:

• In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.

• In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.

• Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.

• Place in direct sunlight.

Precautions

Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user's guide to maximize the life of your unit.

Warning:

• Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt

your eyes.

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or

moisture.

• Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock.

• When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing

instructions.

• This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp

when it shows warning messages.

• Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the onscreen display "Management"

menu after replacing the lamp module.

• When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling

cycle before disconnecting power.

• Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.

• Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.

• When the lamp reaches the end of its life, it will burn out and may make a loud

popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under "Replacing the Lamp".

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First things first x

Usage Notes x

Precautions x

Introduction 1

Product Features 1

Contents 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 Off the Projector 9

Adjusting the Projected Image 10

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 10

How to Optimize Image Size and Distance 11

How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting

Distance and Zoom 13

User Controls 15

Acer Empowering Technology 15

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 16

Color Setting 17

Image Setting 18

Management Setting 20

Audio Setting 23

Language Setting 24

Appendices 25

Troubleshooting 25

LED & Alarm Definition Listing 29

Replacing the Lamp 30

Ceiling Mount Installation 31

Specifications 34

Compatibility Modes 36

Regulations and Safety Notices 41

Introduction

Product Features

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

• DLP

• P5260E/P5260EP: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution

P1165E/P1165EP: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution

4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported

• ColorBoost technology provides optimized colour performance that

• An outstanding brightness level of 2800 ANSI Lumens and a 2100:1

• Versatile display modes (Bright, Standard, Video, Blackboard, User 1, User

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

• Top-loading lamp location for easy lamp replacement

• Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life to

• The EMPOWERING KEY reveals Acer Empowering functions (eView,

• P5260E/P5260EP: Equipped with DVI and HDMI™ connection supporting

P1165E/P1165EP: Equipped with DVI connection supporting HDCP

• Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations

• Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus

• Full-function remote control

• Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.1x

• 2x digital zoom and pan function

• Microsoft

technology

delivers vivid and life-like pastel images

contrast ratio

2) for optimum performance in any situation

5000 hours

eTimer, eOpening) for easy adjustment of settings

HDCP

Windows® 2000, XP, Vista OS compliant

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This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer imme

Projector with lens cap Power cord VGA cable

Composite video cable 2 x batteries Carrying case

diately if anything is missing.

DVI-D cable

(P5260E Series)

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Security card User’s Guide

Acer Projector

Quick Start Guide

Remote control Quick start guide

Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

# Description # Description

1 Zoom ring 5 Lens cap

2 Focus ring 6 Elevator button

3 Remote control receiver 7 Elevator foot

4 Zoom lens 8 Control panel

Rear side

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# Description # Description

1 USB connector 8 Audio input connector (1)

2 RS232 connector 9 Kensington lock port

3 PC analog signal/HDTV/Component

video input connector (1)

4 Monitor loop-through output

connector (VGA-Out)

5 DVI input connector (for digital signal

with HDCP function)

6 S-Video input connector 12 HDMI connector

7 Composite video input connector 13 PC analog signal/HDTV/Component

10 Power socket

Below items are for P5260E/P5260EP series only:

11 Audio input connector (2)

video input connector (2)

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Control Panel

# Function Description 1 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED 2 EMPOWERING KEY Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView,

3 TEMP Temp Indicator LED 4 Keystone Adjusts the image to compensate for

5 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to

6 Four directional select keys

7POWER

8MENU

eTimer Management.

distortion caused by tilting the projector

±40 degrees).

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the input source.

Use to select items or

make adjustments to your selection.

See the contents in "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.

• 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.

9 SOURCE Press "SOURCE" to choose RGB,

Component, S-Video, Composite, DVI, HDTV and HDMI sources.

Remote Control Layout

POWER

FREEZE HIDE

RESYNC SOURCE

ASPECT

RATIO

ZOOM

15 16

19 20

23 24

RGB BRIGHTNESS COLOR CON TRAS T

VGA COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO

DVI HDMI WIRELESS MUTE

PgUp

PgDn

# Icon Function Description

1 Infrared

transmitter

2 Laser pointer Aim the remote at the viewing screen.

3 FREEZE To pause the screen image.

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

5 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.

6 SOURCE

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

Sends signals to the projector.

image; press again to display the image.

Press "

SOURCE

i, S-Video, Composite, DVI-D, Video and HDTV sources.

" to choose from RGB, Component-p, Component-

3 4

5 6

14 17

18 21

22 25 26

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8 ASPECT RATIO To choose your desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9).

9 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.

10 Laser button Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this

11 EMPOWERING

KEY

12 KEYSTONE

Four directional select keys

button to activate the laser pointer. This function is not supported in Japanese market.

Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer Management.

Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (±40 degrees). Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection

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# Icon Function Description

13 MENU

• Press "MENU" to launch the onscreen (OSD) menu, back

to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exit the OSD menu.

• Confirm your selection of items.

14 PAGE For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or

15 RGB Toggle "RGB" to adjust the red/green/blue color.

16 BRIGHTNESS Press "BRIGHTNESS" to adjust the brightness of the image.

17 CONTRAST Use the "CONTRAST" option to control the difference

18 COLOR Press "COLOR" to adjust the color temperature of image.

19 VGA Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This

20 COMPONENT Press "COMPONENT" to change source to Component video.

21 S-VIDEO To change source to S-Video.

22 VIDEO To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.

23 DVI Press "DVI" to change source to DVI. This connection supports

24 HDMI™ Change the video source to HDMI™. (for model if with the

26 WIRELESS This function is not available for this model.

27 KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security settings".

MUTE

previous page. This function is only available when connected to a computer via a USB cable.

between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture.

connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/ 1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.

This connection supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i) and YCbCr (480i/576i).

digital RGB, analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and HDCP signals.

HDMI™ connector)

To turn on/off the volume.

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