Acer Z850 User Manual

Laser Ultra Short-Throw Projector

User’s Manual

Z850V/RL40/DU-800/Z850/RL30/DU-600

Table of Contents

Table of Contents.............................	2
Usage Notice....................................	3
Safety Information...............................	3
Precautions.........................................	4
Introduction......................................	6
Package Overview..............................	6
Product Overview................................	7
Main Unit..............................................	7
Control Panel........................................	8
Input/Output Connections.....................	9
Remote Control..................................	10
Installation......................................	11
Connecting the Projector...................	11
Connect to Computer/Notebook.........	11
Connect to Video Sources..................	12
Powering the Projector On / Off........	13 .
Powering On the Projector.................	13
Powering o ff thep rojector.................	14
Warning Indicator...............................	14
Adjusting the Projected Image..........	15
Adjusting the Projector s Height ........	15
Adjusting the Projector s Focus .........	16 .
Adjusting Projection Image Size
(Diagonal)...........................................	17
User Controls.................................	19
Control Panel & Remote Control.......	19
Control Panel......................................	19
Remote Control..................................	20
On-screen Display Menus.................	22
How to operate ..................................	22
Picture................................................	23
Screen ...............................................	25
Setting................................................	27
Volume...............................................	29
Options ..............................................	30
Options | Laser Settings ....................	32
3D ......................................................	33
Blending mode...................................	34
LAN.................................................... 35

Multimedia......................................	49
Accessing Multimedia Files...............	49
How to access Multimedia mode........	49
Appendices....................................	56
Installing and Cleaning the Optional
Dust Filter .........................................	56
Compatibility Modes..........................	57
VGA Analog.................................	57
HDMI Digital.................................	59
Regulation & Safety Notices..............	61
Ceiling Mount Installation..................	64

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Usage Notice

Safety Information

The lightning flash with arrow head within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

Class B emissions limits

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Important Safety Instruction

1.Do not block any ventilation openings. To ensure reliable operation of the projector and to protect from over heating, it is recommended to install the projector in a location that does not block ventilation. As an example, do not place the projector on a crowded coffee table, sofa, bed, etc. Do not put the projector in an enclosure such as a book case or a cabinet that restricts air flow.

2.Do not use the projector near water or moisture. To reduce the risk

of fire and/or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or moisture.

3.Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or any other apparatus such as amplifiers that emits heat.

4.Clean only with dry cloth.

5.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

6.Do not use the unit if it has been physically damaged or abused. Physical damage/abuse would be (but not limited to):

Unit has been dropped.

Power supply cord or plug has been damaged.

Liquid has been spilled on to the projector.

Projector has been exposed to rain or moisture.

Something has fallen in the projector or something is loose inside.

Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards.

7.Do not let objects or liquids enter the projector. They may touch dangerous voltage points and short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.

8.See projector enclosure for safety related markings.

9.The unit should only be repaired by appropriate service personnel.

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Usage Notice

Precautions

Please follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user’s guide.

▀ ■WarningDo not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt and damage your eyes.

▀ ■WarningTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this projector to rain or moisture.

▀ ■WarningPlease do not open or disassemble the projector as this may cause electric shock.

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Usage Notice

Do:

Turn off and unplug the power plug from the AC outlet before cleaning the product.

Use a soft dry cloth 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.

Do not:

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.

Sea level to 6000 feet

Extremely hot: > 35°C Extremely cool: < 5°C

6000 feet above

Extremely hot: > 30°C Extremely cool: < 5°C

Extremely humid: > 70% R.H. (Relative Humidity)

-In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.

-Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic field.

-In direct sunlight.

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Introduction

Package Overview

Unpack and inspect the box contents to ensure all parts listed below are in the box. If something is missing, please contact your nearest customer service center.

Projector

Power Cord

VGA Cable

Due to different applications in each country, some regions

	may have	Documentation :
	different
	accessories.	 User’s Manual &
		Quick Start Guide

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Introduction

Product Overview

Main Unit

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 The interface
is subject to
model’s	8
specifications.	6

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1.	Control Panel	6.	Speaker
2.	Focus Switch	7.	Power Socket
3.	Ventilation (inlet)	8.	Input / Output
4.	IR Receiver		Connections
5.	Ventilation (outlet)	9.	Lens

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Control Panel

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1.Power LED

2.Enter

3.Temp LED

4.Lamp LED

5.Menu

6.Input

7.Four Directional Select Keys

8.Power button

9.IR Receiver

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Introduction

Input/Output Connections

1		2		3	4	5	6	7
8	9	10	11	12	13	14	15	16

The interface is subject to model’s specifications.

Monitor loop through only support in VGA1-

In/YPbPr.

1.VGA1-In/YPbPr Connector

(PC Analog Signal/Component Video Input/HDTV/YPbPr)

2.HDMI2 Input Connector

3.HDMI1 Input Connector

4.USB Connector (Connect to PC for Remote Mouse function)

5.RJ45 connector (Optional)

6.USB Type A Connector (Optional)

7.Power Socket

8.VGA-Out/VGA2-In Connector

9.RS-232 Connector (9-pin DIN Type)

10.Composite Video Input Connector

11.Composite Audio Input (right) Connector

12.Composite Audio Input (left) Connector

13.Audio Output Connector (3.5mm mini jack)

14.Audio Input Connector (3.5mm mini jack)

15.Audio Input Connector (microphone)

16.KensingtonTM Lock Port

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Remote Control

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9	8
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20	21

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1.Infrared transmitter

2.LED Indicator

3.Power On/Off

4.Enter

5.Four Directional

Select Keys

6.Menu

7.Exit

8.Zoom in

9.Reset

10.Auto

11.Input

12.Zoom out

13.Volume +/-

14.Keystone +/-

15.Image

16.Blank

17.Aspect ratio

18.VGA1

19.HDMI1

20.VGA2

21.HDMI2

22.Video

23.Screen freeze

24.Numbered keypad (for password input)

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Installation

Connecting the Projector

Connect to Computer/Notebook

Router / Net w ork S w itch

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 Due to the	9					10	Microphone
difference in
applications for	External
each country,	Display
some regions may
have different
		Audio Output
accessories.

(*) Optional accessory

1................................................................................................	*RS232 Cable
2.....................................................................................................	VGA Cable
3..................................................................................................	*HDMI Cable
4....................................................................................................	*USB Cable
5.........................................................................................	*Audio Cable
6..................................................................................................	*RJ45 Cable
7....................................................................................................	Power Cord
8........................................................................................	*VGA Output Cable
9......................................................................................	*Audio Output Cable
10.......................................................................................	*Audio Input Cable

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Connect to Video Sources

DVD Player, Set-top Box,

HDTV receiver

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 Due to the	Composite Video Output
		4	8
difference in
			Microphone
applications for
each country,		6	7
some regions may
have different
accessories.
 (*) Optional
accessory			Audio Output
	1................................................		*15-Pin to 3 RCA Component/HDTV Adaptor
	2..................................................................................................		*HDMI Cable
	3..................................................................................................		*Audio Cable
	4.........................................................................................		*Audio Cable/RCA
	5....................................................................................................		Power Cord
	6................................................................................		*Composite Video Cable
	7.........................................................................................		*Audio Cable/RCA
	8.........................................................................................		*Audio Input Cable

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Installation

When the power mode is in standby mode (power consumption < 0.5W), the VGA output/ input and audio will be deactivated when the projector is in standby.

Powering the Projector On / Off

Powering On the Projector

1.Securely connect the power cord and signal cable. When connected, the POWER LED will turn Orange.

2.Turn on the lamp by pressing ” button“ either on the projector or on the remote. At this moment, the POWER LED will now turn Blue.

The startup screen will display in approximately 10 seconds. The first time you use the projector, you will be asked to select the preferred language and power saving mode.

3.Turn on and connect the source that you want to display on the screen (computer, notebook, video player, etc). The projector will detect the source automatically. If not, push menu button and go to “OPTIONS”.

Make sure that the “Auto Source” has been set to “Off”.

If you connect multiple sources at the same time, press the “INPUT” button on the control panel or direct source keys on the remote control to switch between inputs.

1 POWER

 Turn on the projector first and then select the signal sources.

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Powering o ff the p rojector

Contact the nearest service center if the projector displays these symptoms.

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1.Press the “ ” button on the remote control or on the control panel to turn off the projector.

The following message will be displayed on the screen.

Press the “ ” button again to confirm otherwise the message will disappear after 10 seconds. When you press the “ ” button for the second time, the fan will start cooling the system and will shut down.

2.The cooling fans continue to operate for about 4 seconds for cooling cycle and the POWER LED will flash Orange.

When the POWER LED lights solid Orange, 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 “ ” button to restart the projector.

3.Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.

Warning Indicator

When the warning indicators (see below) come on, the projector will automatically shutdown:

“LAMP” LED indicator is lit red and if “POWER” indicator flashes amber.

“TEMP” LED indicator is lit red, this indicates the projector has overheated. Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched back on.

 “TEMP” LED indicator flashes red and if “ POWER ” indicator flashes amber.

Unplug the power cord from the projector, wait for 30 sec onds and try again. If the warning indicator light up again, please contact your nearest service center for assistance.

Installation

Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Projector s Height

The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height.

1.Locate the adjustable foot you wish to modify on the underside of the projector.

2.Rotate the adjustable ring clockwise to raise the projector or counter clockwise to lower it. Repeat with the remaining feet as needed.

Tilt-Adjustment Feet

Tilt-Adjustment Ring

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Adjusting the Projector s Focus

To focus the image, slide the focus switch to left/right until the image is clear.

1080p series: The projector will focus at distances (lens to wall) from 1.59~1.87 feet (0.49~0.57 meters)

Ultra Wide series: The projector will focus at distances (lens to wall) from 2.36~2.75 feet (0.72~0.84 meters)

Focus switch

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Adjusting Projection Image Size (Diagonal)

1080p series: Projection Image Size from 87” to 102” (2.21 to 2.59 meters).

Ultra Wide series: Projection Image Size from 120” to 140”

(3.05 to 3.56 meters).

Top View

Screen
	Screen (W)
Projection Distance (D)	Height
Screen	Screen (H)
Side View
	Offset (Hd)
Projection Distance (D)

Diagonal

Width

1080p

Diagonal length			Screen Size W x H				Projection Distance (D)					Offset (Hd)
(inch) size of		(cm)		(inch)			(cm)		(inch)
16:9 Screen	Width		Height	Width	Height	wide		tele	wide		tele	(cm)	(inch)
87	192.6		108.3	75.8	42.6	23.3		NA	9.2		NA	28.9	11.4
90	199.2		112.1	78.4	44.1	24.9		NA	9.8		NA	29.6	11.7
95	210.3		118.3	82.8	46.6	27.7		NA	10.9		NA	30.9	12.2
100	221.4		124.5	87.2	49.0	30.5		NA	12.0		NA	32.2	12.7
102	225.8		127.0	88.9	50.0	31.6		NA	12.4		NA	32.7	12.9

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Ultra Wide

Diagonal length			Screen Size W x H				Projection Distance (D)					Offset (Hd)
(inch) size of		(cm)		(inch)			(cm)		(inch)
16:6 Screen	Width		Height	Width	Height	wide		tele	wide		tele	(cm)	(inch)
120	285.4		107.0	112.4	42.1	46.7		NA	18.4		NA	36.9	14.5
125	297.3		111.5	117.0	43.9	49.7		NA	19.6		NA	38.2	15.0
130	309.2		115.9	121.7	45.6	52.6		NA	20.7		NA	39.5	15.6
135	321.1		120.4	126.4	47.4	55.6		NA	21.9		NA	40.8	16.1
140	333.0		124.9	131.1	49.2	58.6		NA	23.1		NA	42.0	16.5

This table is for user’s reference only.

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User Controls

Control Panel & Remote Control

Control Panel

Using the Control Panel

	POWER	Refer to the		“Power On/Off the Projector”
		section on pages 13-14.
	Enter	Press “Enter” to		confirm your item selection.
	INPUT	Press “INPUT” to select an input signal.
	MENU	Press “MENU” to launch the on-screen display
		(OSD) menu. To exit OSD, press “MENU” again.
	Four Directional	Use	to select items or make
	Select Keys	adjustments to your selection.

	LAMP LED	Refer to the LED indicator of the projector light
		source status.
	TEMP LED	Refer to the LED indicator of the projector
		temperature status.
	POWER LED	Refer to the LED indicator of the projector
		power status.

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Remote Control

Using the Remote Control

	Infrared transmitter	Sends signals to the projector.
	LED	LED Indicator.
	Power	Refer to the	“Power On/Off the
		Projector” section on pages 13-14.
	Exit	Press “Exit” to close the OSD menu.
	Zoom in	Zoom in the projector display.
		Return the adjustments and settings to
	Reset	the factory default values. (except for
		lamp counter)
	Zoom out	Zoom out the projector display.
	Enter	Confirm your item selection.
	Input	Press “Input” to select an input signal.
	Auto	Automatically synchronizes the
		projector to the input source.
	Four Directional	Use	to select items or make
	Select Keys	adjustments to your selection.
	Keystone +/-	Adjust image distortion caused by tilting
		the projector.
	Volume +/-	Adjust to increase / decrease the
		volume.
	Aspect ratio	Use this function to choose your de-
		sired aspect ratio.
		Press “Menu” to launch the on-screen
	Menu	display (OSD) menu. To exit OSD,
		press “Menu” again.

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