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Manual for
Acer Projector PD323/PD311 series
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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 it.
USA
For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor
or display, or a super high pressure mercury lamp:
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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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .........................................................................................1
Usage Notice ................................................................................................ 2
Precautions ..........................................................................................................2
Introduction .................................................................................................. 4
Product Features ..................................................................................................4
Package Overview ...............................................................................................5
Product Overview ................................................................................................6
Main Unit ........................................................................................................................ 6
Control Panel .................................................................................................................7
Connection Ports ...........................................................................................................8
Remote Control with Laser Pointer ................................................................................9
Installation .................................................................................................. 10
Connecting the Projector ....................................................................................10
Powering On/Off the Projector ............................................................................11
Powering On the Projector ........................................................................................... 11
Powering Off the projector ...........................................................................................12
Warning Indicator ......................................................................................................... 12
Adjusting the Projected Image ...........................................................................13
Adjusting the Projector Image Height ..........................................................................13
Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus .......................................................................... 14
Adjusting Projected Image Size ...................................................................................14
User Controls .............................................................................................15
Control Panel & Remote Control ........................................................................15
On-Screen Display Menus .................................................................................19
How to operate ............................................................................................................19
Color (Computer/Video Mode) ....................................................................................20
Image (Computer/Video Mode) ....................................................................................22
Management (Computer/Video Mode) ........................................................................24
Audio (Computer/Video Mode) ...................................................................................31
Timer (Computer/Video Mode) ....................................................................................32
Language(Computer/Video Mode) ..............................................................................33
Appendices ................................................................................................ 34
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................34
Replacing the lamp .............................................................................................37
Specifications .....................................................................................................39
Compatibility Modes ...........................................................................................40
Regulation & safety notices
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Usage Notice
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.
Warning-
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
Warning-
Please do not open or disassemble the product as
this may cause electric shock.
Warning-
When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool
down, and follow all changing instructions.
Warning-
This product will detect the life of the lamp itself.
Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows
warning messages.
Warning-
Reset the “Lamp Hour Reset” function from the On
Screen Display “Management” menu after replacing
the lamp module (refer to page 26)
Warning-
When switching the projector off, please ensure the
projector completes its cooling cycle before
disconnecting power.
Warning-
Turn on the projector first and then the signal
sources.
Warning-
Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.
Warning-
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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Usage Notice
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.
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Introduction
Product Features
This product is an XGA(PD323)/SVGA(PD311) single
chip 0.55” DLPTM projector. Outstanding features include:
True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels (PD323)
True SVGA, 800 x 600 addressable pixels (PD311)
Single chip DLPTM technology
NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/SECAM and HDTV compatible (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i)
User friendly and powerful Acer Empowering key in-
cluding: Acer eView Management, Acer eTimer Management and Acer eOpening Management.
Full function remote control with laser pointer
Advanced digital keystone correction and high quality
full screen image re-scaling
User friendly control panel
SXGA+, SXGA compression and VGA, SVGA re-sizing
Mac compatible
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Introduction
Package Overview
This projector comes with all the items shown below.
Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your
dealer immediately if anything is missing.
Power Cord 1.8m
VGA Cable 1.8m
Composite Video Cable
2.0m
Projector
Remote Control with
Laser Pointer
2 x Battery
Carrying Case
User’s GuideQuick Start Card
USB Cable 1.8m
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Introduction
Two remote control
receiver provided at
front panel and front-top
cover.
Main Unit
Product Overview
1. Zoom Ring
2. Control Panel
3. Remote Control Receiver
4. Elevator Foot
5. Zoom Lens
6. Focus Ring
7. Elevator Button
8. Power Socket
9. Connection Ports
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Introduction
Control Panel
1. Temp Indicator LED
2. Lamp Indicator LED
3. Power and Indicator LED (Power LED)
4. Source
5. Resync
6. Empowering Key
7. Menu
8. Back
9. Four Directional Select Keys
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Introduction
Connection Ports
1. USB Connector
2. Audio Input Connector
3. S-Video Input Connector
4. Composite Video Input Connector
5. VGA Input Connector (PC Analog Signal)
6. KensingtonTM Lock Port
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4
3
2
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Introduction
1. Laser Pointer
2. Power
3. Laser Button
4. Source
5. Resync
6. Freeze
7. Hide
8. Mute
9. Aspect Ratio
10. Four Directional Select Keys
11. Keystone
12. Back
13. Digital Zoom
Remote Control with Laser Pointer
14. Menu
15. Mouse Left Click
16. Mouse Right Click
17. Mouse
18. Empowering Key
19. Volume +/-
20. Page Up/Page Down
21. S-Video
22. VGA
23. Component Video
24. Composite Video
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Installation
Connecting the Projector
1. ....................................................................................................................Power Cord
2. ..................................................................................................................... VGA Cable
3. .......................................................... Audio Cable Jack/Jack (Optional Accessory)
4. ...................................................................................................................... USB Cable
5. ......................................................... Audio Cable Jack/RCA (Optional Accessory)
6. ..........................................................................S-Video Cable (Optional Accessory)
7. ............................................................................................... Composite Video Cable
8. ................................. VGA to Component/HDTV Adapter (Optional Accessory)
9.. ..................................................... 3 RCA Component Cable (Optional Accessory)
To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please
make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the
projector. Refer to the “Compatibility Modes” section on page 40.
Video Output
DVD Player,
Settop Box,
HDTV receiver
4 2
3
RGB
USB
5
S-Video Output
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1
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PC
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Installation
Powering On/Off the Projector
Power
Powering On the Projector
1. Open the lens cap.
2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely
connected. The Power LED will flash
red
.
3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “Power” button on the control
panel. And the Power LED will turn
blue
.
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player
,etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically.
If the screen displays “Lock” & “Source” icons, it means the pro-
jector locks on this source type and there is no such type of input
signal found.
If the screen displays “No Signal”, please make sure the signal
cables are securely connected.
If you connect multiple sources at the same time, using the
“Source” button on the remote control or control panel to switch.
Turn on the projector first and then
the signal sources.
2
The lens cap must
be open then turn on
the projector.
Lens Cap
1
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Installation
Warning Indicator
When the “
LAMP
” indicator lights solid amber, the projector
will automatically shut itself down. Please contact your local
reseller or service center.
When the “
TEMP
” indicator lights solid amber for about 20 sec-
onds, it indicates the projector has been overheated. You will see
a message “Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn
off soon.” on the on-screen display. The projector will automatically shut itself down.
Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched on again
after it has cooled down. If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or our service center.
When the “
TEMP
” indicator flashes amber for about 30 seconds,
you will see a message “Fan fail. Lamp will automatically turn off
soon.” on the on-screen display. Please contact your local dealer
or our service center.
Powering Off the Projector
1. Press the “Power” button to turn off the projector lamp, you will
see a message “Please press power button again to complete the
shutdown process. Warning: DO NOT unplug while the projector fan is still running.” displayed on the projector’s screen. Press
the “Power” button again to confirm, otherwise the message will
disappear after 5 seconds.
2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 30 seconds for
cooling cycle and the Power LED will be quick
red flash
. When
the Power LED becomes slow flashing, the projector has entered
standby mode. If you wish to turn the projector back on, you
must wait until the projector has completed the cooling cycle and
has entered standby mode. Once in standby mode, simply press
“Power” button to restart the projector.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power off
procedure.
5. Close the lens cap to prevent dust if you like.
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Installation
Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Projector Image Height
The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the image height.
To raise the image:
1. Press the elevator button
.
2. Raise the image to the desired height angle
, then re-
lease the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
3. Use screw in feet to fine-tune the display angle.
To lower the image:
1. Press the elevator button.
2. Lower the image, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
3. Use screw in feet to fine-tune the display angle.
Tilt Adjusting Foot
1
3
Elevator Button
2
Elevator Foot
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Installation
This graph is for user’s reference only.
Screen
(Diagonal)
Max.
30.44”(77.3cm) 76.10”(193.3cm) 126.84”(322.2cm) 177.57”(451.0cm) 253.67”(644.3cm) 302.00”(767.1cm)
Min.
27.73”(70.4cm) 69.31”(176.1cm) 115.52”(293.4cm) 161.73”(410.8cm) 231.04”(586.9cm) 277.25”(704.2cm)
Screen size
Max.
(WxH)
24.35”x 18.26”
61.8 x 46.4cm
60.88” x 45.66”
154.6 x 116.0cm
101.47” x 76.10”
257.8 x 193.3cm
142.06” x 106.54”
360.8 x 270.6cm
202.94” x 152.20”
515.4 x 386.6cm
241.60” x 181.20”
613.7 x 460.3cm
Min.
(WxH)
22.18” x 16.64”
56.3 x 42.2cm
55.45” x 41.59”
140.9 x 105.7cm
92.42” x 69.31”
234.7 x 176.0cm
129.38” x 97.04”
328.6 x 246.5cm
184.83” x 138.62”
469.5 x 352.1cm
221.80” x 166.35”
563.4 x 422.5cm
HD
Max.
2.74” (7.0cm) 6.85” (17.4cm) 11.42” (29.0cm) 15.98” (40.6cm) 22.83” (58.0cm) 27.18” (69.0cm)
Min.
2.50” (6.9cm) 6.24” 15.9cm) 10.40” (26.4cm) 14.56” (37.0cm) 20.79” (52.8cm) 24.95” (63.4cm)
Distance
3.94’ (1.2m) 9.84’ (3.0m) 16.40’ (5.0m) 22.97’ (7.0m) 32.81’ (10.0m) 39.37’ (12.0m)
Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus
You may turn the zoom ring to zoom in or out. To focus the
image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from 3.94 to 39.37 feet (1.2 to 12.0
meters).
Adjusting Projection Image Size
Focus Ring
Zoom Ring
69.31"
(176.1cm)
115.52"
(293.4cm)
161.73"
(410.8cm)
231.04"
(586.9cm)
277.25"
(704.2cm)
30.44" (77.3cm)
76.10"(193.3cm)
126.84"(322.2cm)
177.57"(451.0cm)
253.67"(644.3cm)
302.00 "(767.1cm)
3.94'
39.37'
32.81'
22.97'
16.40'
9.84'
(1.2m)
(12.0m)
(10.0m)
(7.0m)
(5.0m)
(3.0m)
27.73"
(70.4cm)
Hd
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User Controls
Control Panel & Remote Control
There are two ways for you to control the functions: Remote Control and Control Panel.
Control Panel
Using the Control Panel
Power
Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 11-12.
Resync
Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
Menu
Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display (OSD) menu. To exit
OSD, press “Menu” again.
Confirm your selection of items.
Source
Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i,
S-Video, Composite, Video and HDTV sources.
Four Directional Select Keys
Use to select items or make adjustments to your
selection.
Empowering Key
Acer Empowering Key provides three Acer unique functions, they are
“Acer eView Management”, “Acer eTimer Management” and “Acer
eOpening Management” respectively. Press “e” key for more than
one second to launch the on screen display main menu to modify its
function.
Back
Back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation.
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Using the Remote Control
Power
Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages
11-12
Laser Button
Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this button to activate the laser pointer.
Resync
Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
Source
Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i,
S-Video, Composite Video and HDTV sources.
Freeze
Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image.
Hide
Momentarily turns off the video. Press “Hide” to hide image,
press again to restore display of the image.
Aspect Ratio
Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.
(Auto/4:3/16:9)
Mute
Use this key to close the volume.
Four Directional Select Keys
Use to select items or make adjustments to your
selection for the OSD menu operation.
Keystone
Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector (±16
degrees).
Menu
Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display menu. To exit
OSD, press “Menu” again.
Zoom
Digital Zoom in/out.
Back
Back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation.
Remote Control
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User Controls
Mouse / Mouse Right Click / Mouse Left Click
These functions are the same as a mouse of PC or Mac. These
functions are available only when the projector is connected to a
computer via an USB cable.
Empowering Key
Acer Empowering Key provides three Acer unique functions, they
are “Acer eView Management”, “Acer eTimer Management” and
“Acer eOpening Management” respectively. Press “e” key for more
than one second to launch the on screen display main menu to
modify its function.
Acer eView Management
Press “e” to launch “Acer eView Management”
submenu.
“Acer eView Management” is for display mode
selection. Please refer to On Screen Display Menus
section for more detail.
Acer eTimer Management
Press “e” to launch “Acer eTimer Management”
submenu.
“Acer eTimer Management” provides the reminding function for presentation time control. Please
refer to On Screen Display Menus section for more
detail.
Acer eOpening Management
Press “e” to launch “Acer eOpening Management”
submenu.
“
Acer eOpening Management” allows user to
change the Startup screen to their personalized image. Please refer to On Screen Display section for
details.
Volume
Increase/decrease the volume.
Page Up (Computer mode only)
Use this button to page up. This function is only available when
the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable.
Page Down (Computer mode only)
Use this
button
to page down. This function is only available
when the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable.
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User Controls
VGA
Press “VGA” to change source to VGA-In connector. This con-
nector supports Analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i),
YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
Component
Video
Press “Component”
to change source to component Video
source.
This source supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i)
and YCbCr (480i/576i)
Composite
Video
Press “Video”
to change source to Composite Video
source.
S-Video
Press “S-Video” to
change source
to S-Video source.
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User Controls
On Screen Display Menus
Main Menu
Sub Menu
Settings
The Projector has multilingual On Screen Display menus
that allow you to make image adjustments and change a
variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect
the source.
How to operate
1.
To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or
Control Panel.
2.
When OSD is displayed, use keys to select any item in the
main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press to
enter sub menu for feature setting.
3.
Use keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by
key.
4.
Select the next item to be adjusted in the sub menu and adjust as
described above.
5.
Press “Back” on the Remote Control or Control Panel, the screen will
return to the main menu.
6.
To exit OSD, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or Control Panel
again. The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically
save the new settings.
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User Controls
Color
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Display Mode
There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.
Bright : For brightness optimization.
PC : For computer or notebook.
Video : For playing video in a bright environment.
Theater : For Home Theatre usage in a dark room.
sRGB : For true-color optimization.
User : Memorize user’s settings.
Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the image.
Press the to darken image.
Press the to lighten the image.
Contrast
The contrast 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 the to decrease the contrast.
Press the to increase the contrast.
Color Temperature
Adjust the color temperature. At higher temperature, the screen
looks colder; at lower temperature, the screen looks warmer.
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Color
(Computer / Video
Mode)
White Segment
Use the white Segment control to set the white peaking level of DMD
chip. 0 stands for minimal segment, and 10 stands for maximum segment. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum
setting. For a smooth and more natural image, adjust towards the
minimum setting.
Degamma
Effects the represent of dark scenery. With greater gamma value,
dark scenery will look brighter.
Color R
Adjusts the red color.
Color G
Adjusts the green color.
Color B
Adjusts the blue color.
Saturation
Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated color.
Press the to decrease the amount of color in the image.
Press the to increase the amount of color in the image.
Tint
Adjusts the color balance of red and green.
Press the to increase the amount of green in the image.
Press the to increase the amount of red in the image.
“Saturation” and
“Tint” functions are
not supported under
computer mode or DVI
mode.
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User Controls
Image
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Keystone
Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±16 degrees)
Aspect Ratio
Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.
Auto : Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi-
mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.
16:9 : The input source will be scaled to fit the width of the screen
and narrowed the height to make the displayed image becomes 16:9 ratio.
4:3 : The input source will be scaled to fit the projection screen and
becomes 4:3 ratio.
Projection
Front-Desktop
The factory default setting.
Front-Ceiling
When you select this function, the projector turns the im-
age upside down for ceiling-mounted projection.
Rear-Desktop
When you select this function, the projector reverses the
image so you can project behind a translucent screen.
Rear-Ceiling
When you select this function, the projector reverses and
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Image
(Computer / Video
Mode)
“H. Position”, “V.
Position”, “Frequency”
and “ Tracking” functions are not supported
under DVI and Video
mode.
“Sharpness” func-
tions is not supported
under DVI and Computer mode.
turns the image upside down at same time. You can project
from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted
projection.
H. Position (Horizontal Position)
Press the to move the image left.
Press the to move the image right.
V. Position (Vertical Position)
Press the to move the image down.
Press the to move the image up.
Frequency
“Frequency” changes the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer’s graphic card. If you experience a vertical
flickering bar, use this function to make an adjustment.
Tracking
“Tracking” synchronizes the signal timing of the display with the
graphic card. If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use
this function to correct it.
Sharpness
Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
Press the to decrease the sharpness.
Press the to increase the sharpness.
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User Controls
ECO Mode
Choose “On” to dim the projector lamp which will lower power
consumption, extend the lamp life and reduce noise. Choose ”Off”
to return normal mode.
Auto Shutdown (Minutes)
The projector will auto shutdown while there is no signal input
after the setting time.
Source Lock
When source lock is turned off, the projector will search for other
signals if the current input signal is lost. When source lock is
turned on, it will “Lock” the current source channel before you
press “Source” button on remote control for next channel.
Menu Location
Choose the Menu location on the display screen.
Startup Screen
Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you
change the setting from one to another, when you exit the OSD
menu, the new setting will take effect.
Acer : The default startup screen of Acer projector.
User : The user customized startup screen, which is down
loaded from PC to projector via the USB cable and
Acer
eOpening Management
utility (refer to the description of
below section).
Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
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User Controls
Acer eOpening Management
is a PC utility
for user to change the default startup screen
of Acer projector to their desired image. You
can install
Acer eOpening Management
from
the bundled CD. Connect the projector to
your PC with the bundled USB cable then
execute
Acer eOpening Management
utility to
download your desired image from your PC
to projector. Before the download starts, the
projector must enter “Download Mode” first.
Please follow the instruction below to enter
“Download Mode”.
1. If the projector was turned on, press power button twice to turn
off the projector.
2. Unplug the AC power cord from the projector.
3. Press and hold “Menu” and “ “ buttons simultaneously then
plug the AC power cord to the projector.
4. When Temp and Lamp LEDs are turned light, release both buttons, projector enters download mode.
5. Please make sure the USB cable has been connected to the projector from your PC.
Lamp Hour Elapse
Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
Lamp Reminding
Choose this function to show or to hide warning message when
the changing lamp message is displayed. The message will show
up 30 hours before end of life.
Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
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Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Lamp Hour Reset
Press the button after choosing “Yes ”to turn the lamp hour
counter to 0 hours.
Security
Press to start “Security” setting. If the “Security” function is
enabled, you must enter “Administrator Password” first before
Security setting.
Security
This projector provides an excellent security function
for the administrator to manage the usage of the projector.
Select “On” to enable the security function. User have
to enter password depending on the “Security Mode”
defined while setting “User Password”. Please refer
to “User Password” section for details.
Select “Off” then user can switch on the projector
without password request.
Once the security function is enabled, the projector
will request user to enter password when switch on
the projector. Both “User Password” and “Administrator Password” can be accepted for this dialogue.
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Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Timeout(Min.)
Once “Security” is set to “On”, administrator can set
timeout function.
Press or to select timeout duration.
The range is from 10 minutes to 990 minutes.
When time is up, the projector will request user to
enter password again.
The factory default setting of “Timeout(Min.)” is
“Off”.
User Password
Press to set up or change “User Password”.
Use , , or to select the character and
press “MENU” to confirm.
Press to delete character after the selected charac-
ter confirmed.
Press “MENU” to complete the setting of password.
Input password again at “Confirm Password”.
The password is allowed for 4~8 characters.
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User Controls
Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
The projector provide two options of “Security Mode”.
Select “Request password only after plugging power
cord”, the project will request user to input password
only for the first time plugging on power cord of the
projector.
Select “Always request password while projector
turns on”, user have to input password every time
when switching on the projector.
Administrator Password
“Administrator Password” can be accepted by both
“Enter Administrator Password” and “Enter Password”
dialogues.
Press to change “Administrator Password”.
The factory default of “Administrator Password” is
“1234”.
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Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
If administrator forgot “Administrator Password”,
do the following to retrieve the “Administrator
Password”:
1. Press “MENU” for more than 4 seconds when
any of “Enter Password” or “Enter Administrator
Password” dialogue is currently displayed.
2. Write down the “Unlock ID” and contact with
Acer service center. They will give you new Administrator Password according to the Unlock ID.
3. Once the new “Administrator Password” retrieved
from Acer has been logged into the projector, old
“Administrator Password” will be replaced by the
new password.
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User Controls
Management
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Reset
Press the button after choosing “Yes” to return the display parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.
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Audio
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Volume
Press the to decrease the volume.
Press the to increase the volume.
Mute
Choose the “On” to turn mute on.
Choose the “Off” to turn mute off.
Power On/Off Volume
Choose this function to adjust volume when power on/off.
Alarm Volume
Choose this function to adjust volume when there are errors of the
projector.
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Timer
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Timer Start
Press the to start/stop timer.
Timer Period
Press the to adjust timer period.
Timer Volume
Choose this function to adjust volume when timer function is enable
and time is up.
Timer Display
Press the to choose timer display mode on the screen.
Timer Location
Choose the timer location on the screen.
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User Controls
Language
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Language
Choose the multilingual OSD menu . Use the or key to
select your preferred language.
Press to confirm the selection
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Troubleshooting
If you experience trouble with the projector, refer to the
following information. If the problem persists, please
contact your local reseller or service center.
Problem: No image appears on screen.
Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and securely connected as described in the “Installation” section.
Ensure the pins of connectors are not crooked or broken.
Check if the projection lamp has been securely installed. Please
refer to the “Replacing the lamp” section.
Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the projector is
switched on.
Ensure that the “Hide” feature is not enabled.
Problem: Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image.
Press the “Resync” button on the Remote Control.
If you use a PC:
If the resolution of your computer is higher than 1024 x 768
(PD323)/800 x 600 (PD311). Follow the steps outlined below to
reset the resolution.
For Windows 3.x:
1. In the Windows Program Manager, click the “Windows Setup”
icon in the Main group.
2. Verify that your display resolution setting is less than or equal to
1024 x 768 (PD323)/800 x 600 (PD311).
For Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP:
1. Open “My Computer” icon, the “Control Panel” folder, and then
double click on the “Display” icon.
2. Select the “Setting” tab.
3. In the “Desktop Area” you will find the resolution setting. Verify
that the resolution setting is less than or equal to 1024 x 768
(PD323)/800 x 600 (PD311) resolution.
If the projector is still not projecting the whole image, you will
also need to change the monitor display you are using. Refer to
the following steps.
4. Follow the above steps 1-2. Click on the “Advanced Properties”
button.
5. Select the “Change” button under the “Monitor” tab .
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6. Click on “Show all devices”. Then select “Standard monitor
types” under the “Manufacturers” box ; choose the resolution
mode you need under the “Models” box.
7. Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is less
than or equal to 1024 x 768 (PD323)/800 x 600 (PD311).
If you are using a Notebook PC:
1. You are required to implement the above steps of resolution setting of the computer first.
2. Switch the Notebook PC display to the “external display only”
or “CRT only” mode.
If you experience difficulty in changing resolutions or your monitor
freezes, restart all the equipment and the projector.
Problem: The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook computer
is not displaying your presentation.
If you are using a Notebook PC:
Some Notebook PCs may deactivate their screens when a second
display device is in use. Refer to your computer’s documentation
for information on how to reactivate the monitor display.
If you are using an Apple PowerBook:
In Control Panels, open the PowerBook Display to select Video Mirroring “On”.
Problem: Image is unstable or flickering
Use “Tracking” to correct it. Refer to page 23.
Change the monitor color setting from your computer.
Problem: Image has vertical flickering bar
Use “Frequency” to make an ad adjustment. Refer to page 23.
Check and reconfigure the display mode of your graphic card to
make it compatible with the product. Refer to page 25.
Problem: Image is out of focus
Adjusts the Focus Ring on the projector lens. Refer to page 14.
Make sure the projection screen is between the required distance 3.94
to 39.37 feet (1.2 to 12.0 meters) from the projector.
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Problem: The image is outstretched when displaying
16:9 DVD.
The projector automatically detects 16:9 DVD and adjusts the
aspect ratio by digitizing to full screen with 4:3 default setting.
If the image is still outstretched, you will also need to adjust the
aspect ratio by referring to the following:
Please select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are
playing a 16:9 DVD.
If you can’t select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player,
please select 4:3 aspect ratio in the on screen menu.
Problem: Image is reversed.
Select “Image” from the OSD and adjust the projection direction.
See page 22.
Problem: Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound
When the lamp reaches its end of life, it will burn out and may
make a loud popping sound. If this happens, the projector will
not turn on until the lamp module has been replaced. To replace
the lamp, follow the procedures in the “Replacing the Lamp”.
See page 37.
Problem: LED lighting message
=>Light On
=>Light Off
Message
Power LED
Temp LED Lamp LED
Red Blue
Standby State
(Input power cord)
Slow Flashing
Lamp lighting
Power on
Power off (Cooling) Quick Flashing
Error (Lamp fail)
Error (Thermal fail)
Error (Fan lock fail) Flashing
Error (Over Temp.)
Error (Lamp Breakdown)
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Replacing the lamp
The projector will detect the lamp life itself. It will show you
a warning message “Lamp is approaching the end of its useful
life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested!” When
you see this message, changing the lamp as soon as possible.
Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30
minutes before changing the lamp.
Warning:
Lamp
compartment is hot!
Allow it to cool down
before changing lamp!
Warning:
To
reduce the risk of
personal injury, do not
drop the lamp module
or touch the lamp bulb.
The bulb may shatter
and cause injury if it is
dropped.
1
3
4
2
Lamp Changing Procedure:
1. Turn the power off the projector by pressing the Power button.
2. Allow the projector to cool down at least 30 minutes.
3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Remove the cover.
5. Push up and remove the cover.
6. Remove the 3 screws from the lamp module.
7. Pull out the lamp module.
To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous steps.
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Problem: Message Reminders
“Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested!” will be shown about 10 seconds
when lamp life is going to deplete.
“Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” will
be shown when the system temperature is over heat.
“Fan fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” will be shown
when the fan is out of order.
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Specifications
The specs specified below are subject to change without notice. Regarding the final specs,
please refer to Acer announced marketing specs.
Light Valve - Single Chip DLPTM Technology by Texas Instruments
Lamp - 200W User Replaceable Lamp
Number of Pixels - 1024 pixels(H) X 768 lines(V) for PD323
- 800 pixels(H) X 600 lines(V) for PD311
Displayable Color - 16.7M colors
Contrast Ratio - 2000:1 (Full On/Full Off)
Uniformity - 85%
Noise Level - 34dB(A)(standard mode/31dB(A)(ECO mode)
Projection Lens - F/2.7~3.0 f=21.83~23.81mm with 1.1X Manual zoom
lens
Projection Screen Size (Diag.) - 27.7 to 302.0 inches Diagonal
Projection Distance - 3.94 to 39.4 feet (1.2 to 12.0 meters)
Video Compatibility - NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/PAL/SECAM and HDTV
compatible
- Composite video & S-Video capability
H. Frequency - 31.5kHz~100kHz horizontal scan
V. Frequency - 56Hz~85Hz vertical refresh
Power Supply - Universal AC input 100-240V ; Input Frequency
50/60Hz
I/O Connectors - Power: AC power input socket
- One 15-pin D-sub for VGA, component and HDTV
signal
- Video Input:
One Composite video RCA input
One S-Video input
- USB: One USB connector
- Audio Input: One phone jack for audio input
Weight - 2.9 lbs (1.3kg)
Dimensions (W x H x D) - 8.5 x 6.7 x 2.4 inches (216 x 169 x 62 mm)
Environmental - Operating Temperature: 41~95oF (5~ 35oC)
Humidity: 80% maximum (Non-condensing)
- Storage Temperature: -4~140oF (-20~60oC)
Humidity: 80% maximum (Non-condensing)
Safety Regulation - FCC Class B, CE Class B, VCCI-II, ETL/cEL, ETL/
GS, CB Report, CCC
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Compatibility Modes
Mode Resolution
(ANALOG)
V.Frequency
(Hz)
H.Frequency
(kHz)
VESA VGA 640 x 350 70 31.5
VESA VGA 640 x 350 85 37.9
VESA VGA 640 x 400 85 37.9
VESA VGA 640 x 480 60 31.5
VESA VGA 640 x 480 72 37.9
VESA VGA 640 x 480 75 37.5
VESA VGA 640 x 480 85 43.3
VESA VGA 720 x 400 70 31.5
VESA VGA 720 x 400 85 37.9
VESA SVGA 800 x 600 56 35.2
VESA SVGA 800 x 600 60 37.9
VESA SVGA 800 x 600 72 48.1
VESA SVGA 800 x 600 75 46.9
VESA SVGA 800 x 600 85 53.7
VESA XGA 1024 x 768 60 48.4
VESA XGA 1024 x 768 70 56.5
VESA XGA 1024 x 768 75 60.0
VESA XGA 1024 x 768 85 68.7
VESA SXGA 1152 x 864 70 63.8
VESA SXGA 1152 x 864 75 67.5
(*) VESA SXGA 1152 x 864 85 77.1
VESA SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 63.98
(*) VESA SXGA 1280 x 1024 75 79.98
(*) VESA SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 60 63.98
MAC LC 13” 640 x 480 66.66 34.98
MAC II 13” 640 x 480 66.68 35
MAC 16” 832 x 624 74.55 49.725
MAC 19” 1024 x 768 75 60.24
MAC 1152 x 870 75.06 68.68
MAC G4 640 x 480 60 31.35
i MAC DV 1024 x 768 75 60
i MAC DV 1152 x 870 75 68.49
(*) i MAC DV 1280 x 960 75 75
(*) PD323 only.
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Regulation & safety notices
This appendix lists the general notices of your Acer Projector.
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.
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 computer.
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Operation conditions
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Notice: Canadian users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
Declaration of Conformity for EU countries
Hereby, Acer, declares that this Acer projector is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please
visit http://global.acer.com.)
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification
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Important safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference.
1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a water-moistened cloth for
cleaning.
3. Do not use this product near water.
4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the
product falls, it could be seriously damaged.
5. 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.
6. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where people will walk on the cord.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. 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.
e. If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. If
the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating
a need for service.
10. To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock, use the AC adapter
only when the wall socket is properly grounded.
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