Acer X1270 User Manual

Acer Projector

X1170/X111/X1170N/X1270N/

X1170A/X1270/X1270Hn Series

User's Guide

Acer Projector X1170/X111/X1170N/X1270N/X1170A/X1270/X1270Hn Series User's Guide Original Issue: 05/2012

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Information for your safety and comfort

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Turning the product off before cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Caution for plug as disconnecting device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the external power supply unit:

• Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC

power outlet.

• Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the

projector.

• If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the

system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

Caution for Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

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Warnings!

• Do not use this product near water.

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product

falls, it could be seriously damaged.

• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as

they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.

• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,

do not place the product on a vibrating surface.

• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment

which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, lamp.

Using electrical power

• This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this

product where people will walk on the cord.

• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total

ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.

• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too

many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating.

• This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.

The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details.

Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.

Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product.

• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need

to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.5 meters (15 feet) maximum length.

Product servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when:

• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed

• liquid was spilled into the product

• the product was exposed to rain or water

• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged

• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need

for service

• the product does not operate normally after following the operating

instructions

Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.

Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options.

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

Additional safety information

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

hurt your eyes.

• Turn on the projector first and then signal sources

• Do not place the product in following environments:

• Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector is necessary.

• Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as inside of a car with all windows rolled up.

• Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image.

• Locations near fire alarms.

• Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 ºC/104 ºF.

• Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet.

• Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector. Do

not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your projector. It

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

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

dealer for inspection.

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

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

completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power.

• Do not frequently turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the

projector during operation. The best way is to wait for the fan to turn off before turning main power off.

• Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot.

• Clean the air filter frequently if have. The temperature inside may rise and

cause damage when the filter/ventilation slots clogged with dirt or dust.

• Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may

hurt your eyes.

• Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector is

on.

• Do not block the projector lens with any object when the projector is

under operation as this could cause the object to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press HIDE on the remote control.

• The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to

cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

• Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break

on rare occasions.

• Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the

projector is unplugged.

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

the lamp when is showing warning message.

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

changing instructions.

• Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display

"Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.

• Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high

voltages inside which may hurt you. The only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to suitable qualified professional service personnel.

• Do not stand the projector on end vertically. It may cause the projector to

fall over, causing injury or damage.

• This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount

installation. Only use acer ceiling mount kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed.

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Caution for Listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.

• Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.

• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.

• Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

• Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/ Sustainability/sustainability01.htm

Mercury advisory

For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:

“Lamp(s) contain Mercury, Dispose Properly.”

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 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".

Information for your safety and comfort iii

First things first viii

Usage Notes viii

Precautions viii

Introduction 1

Product Features 1

Package Overview 2

Projector Overview 3

Projector Outlook 3

Control Panel 5

Remote Control Layout 6

Getting Started 8

Connecting the Projector 8

Turning the Projector On/Off 10

Turning on the Projector 10

Turning the projector off 11

Adjusting the Projected Image 12

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 12

How to optimize image size and distance 13

How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom 15

User Controls 17

Installation menu 17

Acer Empowering Technology 18

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 19

Color 20

Image 22

Setting 24

Management 27

Audio 27

3D 28

Language 29

Acer LAN webpage management 30

How to login in 30

Home 31

Control Panel 31

Network Setting 32

Alert Setting 32

Logout 33

Appendices 34

Troubleshooting 34

LED & Alarm Definition Listing 39

Cleaning and replacing the dust filters 40

Replacing the Lamp 41

Ceiling Mount Installation 43

Specifications 46

Compatibility modes 48

Regulations and safety notices 52

Introduction

Product Features

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

• DLP

• X1170/X111/X1170N/X1170A: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution

• Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature’s true colors for vivid, life-like

• High brightness and contrast ratio

• Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Picture,

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

• Top-loading lamp design allows easy lamp replacement

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

• Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management

• Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer

• Equipped with HDMI™ connections supporting HDCP (X1270Hn)

• Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations

• Smart detection delivers quick, intelligent source detection

• 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

X1270N/X1270/X1270Hn series : Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported

images

Game, Education, User) enable optimum performance in any situation

approach and physical efficiency improvement

eView, eTimer, ePower, e3D Management) for easy adjustment of settings

Windows® 2000, XP, Vista®, Windows 7, Macintosh® OS

compliant

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Package Overview

This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.

SYNC SOURC

LAMP TEMP

POWER

Projector Power cord VGA cable

Acer Projector

Security Card

Security card 2 x Batteries Carrying case (Option)

X1170/X111/X1170A/ X1170N/X1270/ X1270N/1270Hn Series

P/N:MC.JF711.002

Quick Start Guide User's Guide (CD-ROM) Remote control

Dust Filters (Option)

Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

# Description # Description

1 Power button 5 Zoom lens

2 Control panel 6 Remote control receiver

3 Zoom lever 7 Tilt adjusting wheels

4 Focus ring 8 Security bar

Rear side

X1270Hn

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English

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X1170A/X1270

X1170/X111

X1170N/X1270N

Note: Connector interface is subject to model's specifications.

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# Description # Description

1 USB connector 8 Audio input connector

2 HDMI connector 9 LAN (RJ45 Port for 10/100M Ethernet)

3 Composite video input connector 10 PC analog signal/HDTV/component

4 S-Video input connector 11 Audio output connector

5 Monitor loop-through output connector

(VGA-Out)

6 PC analog signal/HDTV/component video

input connector (VGA IN 1/VGA IN)

7 RS232 connector 14

video input connector (VGA IN 2)

12 Dust filter inlets

13 Power socket

Kensington

lock port

Control Panel

32158

POW ER

6 7

RES YNC

MEN U

# Icon Function Description 1 POWER Power Indicator LED 2 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED 3 TEMP Temp Indicator LED 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector

to the input source. 5 SOURCE Changes the active source. 6 POWER See the contents in "Turning the Projector

On/Off" section.

7 Empowering key

Unique Acer functions: e3D, eView, eTimer,

ePower Management. 8MENU

• Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen

• Confirm your selection of items.

9 Four directional select

keys

10 Keystone Adjusts the image to compensate for

Use to select items or make

adjustments to your selection.

distortion caused by tilting the projector (±

40 degrees).

TEM PLAM P

SOU RCE

display (OSD) menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exit the OSD menu.

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Remote Control Layout

16 20 22 24

23 25

# Icon Function Description

1 Infrared

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

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

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

6 SOURCE Changes the active source.

7 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.

8 MUTE To turn on/off the volume. (for X1270/X1270Hn/X1170A series

9 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.

10 Empowering

11 MENU

transmitter

FREEZE

key

Sends signals to the projector.

To pause the screen image.

image, press again to display the image.

only)

Unique Acer functions: e3D, eView, eTimer, ePower Management.

• Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD)

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

• Confirm your selection of items.

12 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by

tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).

# Icon Function Description

13 Four

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

15 Pre./ Rewind No function.

16 Enter/ Play/

17 Back/Stop No function.

18 Next/Fast

19 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or

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

21 S-VIDEO To change source to S-Video. (for X1170/X111/X1170A/X1270/

22 COMPONENT No function.

23 VIDEO To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO. (for X1170/X111/

24 SD/USB A No function.

25 USB B No function.

26 HDMI/DVI To change source to HDMI™. (no DVI function) (for X1270Hn

27 LAN/WiFi Press "LAN/WiFi" to change source to LAN. (no WiFi

directional select keys

Pause

forward

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

No function.

previous page. This function is only available when USB Ctrl connector(USB type B) is connected to a computer via a USB cable.

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

X1270Hn series only)

X1170A/X1270/X1270Hn series only)

series only)

function)(for X1270Hn series only)

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Getting Started

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Connecting the Projector

S-Video Output

Video Output

DVD player

USB

DVD player, Set-up Box, HDTV receiver

HDMI

USB

RBG

D-Sub

Internet

D-Sub

HDTV adapter

RBG

RS232

DVD player, Set-up Box, HDTV receiver

RS232

# Description # Description

1 Power cord 7 RS232 cable

2 USB cable 8 Audio cable Jack/RCA

3 HDMI cable 9 LAN Cable

4 Composite video cable 10 VGA to component/HDTV adapter

5 S-Video cable 11 3 RCA component cable

6 VGA 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: Connector interface is subject to model's specifications.

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Turning the Projector On/Off

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Turning on the Projector

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

Power indicator LED will flash red.

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

and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.

3 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The

projector will detect your source automatically.

• If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the projector is locked onto a specific source type and there is no such type of input signal detected.

• If the screen displays "No Signal", please make sure the signal cables are securely connected.

• If you connect to multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source" button on either control panel or the remote control or direct source key on the remote control to switch between inputs.

Power button

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Information for your safety and comfort

First things first

Usage Notes

Precautions

Contents

Introduction

Product Features

Package Overview

Projector Overview

Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

Turning the Projector On/Off