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Acer Projector P7213/F213/PF-X14/P7215/ F217/PF-X16 Series User's Guide Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies' product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.
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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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10,000 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Do not stand the projector on its sides. It may fall over causing injury and damaging the projector. • This projector may be mounted from the ceiling. Use only an Acer mounting kit and ensure it is securely installed. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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". Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
How to optimize image size and distance How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom User Controls Installation menu Acer Empowering Technology Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus Color Image Setting Management Audio Language Appendices Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Troubleshooting LED & Alarm Definition Listing Cleaning and replacing the dust filters Replacing the Lamp Ceiling Mount Installation Specifications Compatibility modes Regulations and safety notices Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
• True 1024 x 768 XGA resolution 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported • Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature’s true colors for vivid, life-like images • Acer ColorSafe II technology ensures consistent color rendition over time • High brightness and contrast ratio •...
Projector with lens cap Power cord VGA cable Acer Projector Security Card P7215/F217/PF-X16/ P7213/F213/PF-X14 Series P/N:MC.JEJ11.002 Composite video cable Security card User's Guide Remote control Quick start guide 2 x Battery Carrying case Dust filter Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Description Description Control panel Lens cap Power button Remote control receivers Screw cover Zoom Lens Tilt adjusting wheels Focus ring Zoom lever Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
OSD menu operation or exit the OSD menu. • Confirm your selection of items. See the contents in "Turning the Projector On/ POWER Off" section. Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, e3D and Empowering key ePower Management. TEMP Temp Indicator LED Use to...
Press "SOURCE" to choose from RGB, Component, S-Video, Composite, HDTV and HDMI™ sources. RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. Back Press "BACK" to go back one menu step. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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To enable this function, an USB cable must be connected to projector from your PC. Empowering key Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, e3D and ePower Management. VOLUME Increases/decreases the volume.
S-Video cable Composite video cable 3 RCA component cable Audio cable jack/jack Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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 Lens cap Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
LED temp indicator will blink. Contact your local dealer or service center. Note: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down and the LED lamp indicator turns solid red, contact your local reseller or service center. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with tilt adjusting wheels for adjusting the height of image. To raise/lower the image: Use Tilt adjusting wheels to fine-tune the display angle. Tilt adjusting wheels Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 113 cm height is required when located at 2.5 m distance. Height: 113 cm Form base to top of image Height: 94 cm 2.5 m Desired Distance Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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125 x 94 150 x 113 146 x 109 175 x 131 167 x 125 200 x 150 188 x 141 225 x 169 208 x 156 250 x 188 250 x 188 Zoom Ratio: 1.2x Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
For example: to obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 2.44 m and 2.93 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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2.03 2.44 122 X 91 2.44 2.93 142 X 107 2.84 3.41 163 X 122 3.25 3.90 183 X 137 3.66 4.39 203 X 152 4.06 4.88 244 X 183 4.88 5.85 Zoom Ratio: 1.2x Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
The new settings will be saved automatically upon exiting the menu. Push the menu button anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer welcome screen. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Acer Empowering Technology Acer Empowering Key provide four Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", "Acer ePower Management" and "Acer e3D Management respectively. Press " " key to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function.
• 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. Main menu Setting Sub menu Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. • Press to increase the amount of green in the image. • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time. You can project from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection. Front-Ceiling • When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Overscan: Always keep overscan on HDMI image. Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under HDMI, DVI or Video mode. Note: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" functions are only supported under HDMI mode. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function. Screen Capture Use this function to customize the startup screen.
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PC resolution to 1024 x 768 before you use this function. Note: For WXGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest end-user set PC resolution to 1280 x 800 before you use this function. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable VGA OUT connection. IP/Mask Identify IP and Mask address. Default Gateway Display the default gateway. DNS Server Display the Domain Name System server. LAN Reset Reset the LAN function. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
"Yes" to turn the lamp hour counter to 0 hours. Audio Volume • Press to decrease the volume. • Press to increase the volume. • Mute Choose "On" to mute the volume. • Choose "Off" to restore the volume. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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- DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial): http://www.tridef.com/download/TriDef-3-D-Experience-4.0.2.html Note: "3D Sync Invert" is only available when 3D is enabled. Note: There has reminder screen if 3D still enable when power on projector. Please adjust setting depended on your purpose. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Language Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the to select your preferred menu language. • Press to confirm the selection. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Appendices Troubleshooting If you experience a problem with your Acer projector, refer to the following troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, please contact your local reseller or service center. Image Problems and Solutions Problem Solution No image appears • Connected as described in the "Getting Started"...
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4:3 in the projector OSD. • If the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect ratio. Set up the display format to 16:9 (wide) aspect ratio on your DVD player. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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" section. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Please refer to "Cleaning and replacing the dust filter" for details. Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
To clean the dust filters, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment. If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, please contact your local dealer or service center to obtain a new filter. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Replacement Suggested!" When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooling down for at least 30 minutes before changing the lamp. Warning: The lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down before changing the lamp. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous step. 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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Ceiling Mount Base - Attach to ceiling Short Rod Long Rod Extension Rod Long Cylinder Cap Allen Key Screw Type A - For tightening/loosening 50 mm length / 8 mm diameter - Tightening Screw Medium Rod Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Use two washers for extra support, if deemed necessary. Attach the ceiling bracket to the ceiling rod. Large cylinder cap Allen Key - For tightening/loosening Screw Type A Tightening Screw 50 mm length/ 8 mm diameter Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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3 mm diameter screws are enclosed in the screw pack. Models Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small P7213/F213/PF-X14/ P7215/F217/PF-X16 119.00 mm 161.00 mm SCREW SPEC. M3 x 25 mm 153.50 mm 111.50 mm Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Specifications The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications. Projection system ® Resolution Native: XGA (1024 x 768), Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200),WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050), 1080p (1920 x 1080)
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Battery x 2 (for remote control) • User's Guide (CD-ROM) x1 • Quick start guide x1 • Security card x1 • Carrying case x1 • Dust filter x1 * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
(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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Acer hereby declares that this projector series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Compliant with Russian regulatory certification...
New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail:ru_jan@acer.com.tw And, Acer Italy s.r.l Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921, Fax: +39-02 9399-2913, www.acer.it...
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Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages -. EN300 328 -. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN). Year to begin affixing CE marking 2012. _______________________________ Mar. 30, 2012 RU Jan/Sr. Manager Date Regulation Center, Acer Inc. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Machine Type: P7213/F213/PF-X14/P7215/F217/PF-X16 Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St. San Jose, CA 95110 U. S. A. Contact Person: Acer Representative Phone No.: 254-298-4000 Fax No.: 254-298-4147 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...