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  • Page 1 Acer Projector S1200 Series User's Guide...
  • Page 2 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. "HDMI , the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC."...
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 • 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.
  • Page 5 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: •...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 Operating environment for using wireless function (Optional) Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your machine under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G.
  • Page 8 viii Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems.
  • Page 9 Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/ sustainability.htm Mercury advisory...

  • Page 10: Precautions

    First things first Usage Notes • 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.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 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 Management Setting...
  • Page 12 Troubleshooting LED & Alarm Definition Listing Replacing the Lamp Ceiling Mount Installation Specifications Compatibility modes Regulations and safety notices...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    • S1200: Native 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 • High brightness and contrast ratio • Versatile display modes (Bright, Standard, Video, Blackboard, User 1, User 2) enable optimum performance in any situation •...

  • Page 14: Package Overview

    HIDE ASPECT RESYNC SOURCE RATIO ZOOM BRIGHTNESS COLOR CONTRAST PgUp PgDn COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO HDMI WIRELESS MUTE Remote control Carrying case Power cord VGA cable Security card User's Guide Acer Projector Quick Start Guide Quick start guide 2 x Batteries...

  • Page 15: Projector Overview

    Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Description Power button Focus ring Zoom Lens Elevator button Rear side HDMI Description USB connector HDMI connector PC analog signal/HDTV/SCART/ component video input connector (VGA IN ) Monitor loop-through output connector (VGA-Out) Composite video input connector Description Lens cap...

  • Page 16: Control Panel

    Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. Temp Indicator LED. to select items or make adjustments to your selection. Press "SOURCE" to choose RGB, Component, S- Video, Composite, SCART and HDMI™ sources. Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer, ePower Management.

  • Page 17: Remote Control Layout

    Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this button to activate the laser pointer. This function is not supported in Japanese market. Empowering key Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer, ePower Management. KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (±...
  • Page 18 Icon Function PAGE For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or previous page. This function is only available when connected to a computer via a USB cable. Press "RGB" for true-color optimization. BRIGHTNESS Press "BRIGHTNESS" to adjust the brightness of the image. CONTRAST Use the "CONTRAST"...

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting Started Connecting the Projector DVD player, Set-top Box, HDTV receiver DVD player D-Sub HDMI HDMI HDMI Description 1 Power cord 2 VGA cable 3 Composite video cable 4 USB cable 5 VGA to component/HDTV adapter Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector.

  • Page 20: Turning The Projector On/Off

    Turning the Projector On/Off Turning on the Projector Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1) Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power indicator LED will flash red. Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.(Illustration #2) Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.).

  • Page 21: Turning Off The Projector

    Turning off the Projector To turn off the projector, press the "Power" button twice. The message below will display onscreen for 10 seconds. "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process." Immediately after powering off, the Power indicator LED will flash RED rapidly and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 120 seconds.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image. To raise the image: Press the elevator foot release. (Illustration #1) Raise the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #2), then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.

  • Page 23: How To Optimize Image Size And Distance

    1 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for 82" image size. Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 144 cm height is required when located at 1m distance. Figure: S1200 series is Fixed zoom lens Height: 144cm Desired Distance...
  • Page 24 Desired Distance (m) Diagonal (Inch) <A> <B> Screen size From base to top of W (cm) x H (cm) 83 x 63 167 x 125 333 x 250 333 x 250 417 x 313 500 x 375 583 x 438 667 x 500 image (cm) <C>...

  • Page 25: How To Get A Preferred Image Size By Adjusting Distance And Zoom

    How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at 0.6m distance from the screen.
  • Page 26 Desired Image Size Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) <A> 61 X 46 81 x 61 102 x 76 122 x 91 142 x 107 163 x 122 183 x 137 203 x 152 244 x 183 305 x 229 366 x 274 406 x 305 508 x 381...

  • Page 27: User Controls

    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.

  • Page 28: Acer Empowering Technology

    Acer eView Management Acer eTimer Management Acer eOpening Management Acer ePower Management Acer Empowering Key provides four Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", "Acer eOpening Management" and "Acer ePower Management" respectively. Press " key for more than one second to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function.

  • Page 29: Onscreen Display (Osd) Menus

    Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus The projector has multilingual OSD that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. Using the OSD menus • To open the OSD menu, press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel.

  • Page 30: Color

    Color Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Standard: For common environment. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Blackboard: Blackboard mode can improve displayed color •...

  • Page 31: Image

    Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. • Press • Press Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer mode or HDMI mode. Image Projection Front-Desktop • The factory default setting. Front-Ceiling • When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection.
  • Page 32 H. Position • Press (Horizontal position) • Press V. Position • Press (Vertical position) • Press Frequency "Frequency" changes the projector's refresh rate to match the frequency of your computer’s graphics card. If you can see a vertical flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to make the necessary adjustments.

  • Page 33: Management

    OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function. button after choosing "Yes" to turn the lamp hour...
  • Page 34 "Keystone" is set to the default value 0 and the aspect ratio is set to 4:3. For details, refer to the "Image" section. • Change the "Startup Screen" from the default setting "Acer" to "User". • Press "Screen Capture" to customize the startup screen.
  • Page 35 Administrator Password is. • If losing this security card and number, please contact with an Acer service center. Lock User Startup Screen • Default Lock User Startup Screen is "OFF". If lock user startup screen is "ON", users cannot change startup screen anymore...

  • Page 36: Audio

    Audio Volume • Press • Press Mute • Choose "On" to mute the volume. • Choose "Off" to restore the volume. Power On/Off Volume • Select this function to adjust the notification volume when turning the projector on/off. Alarm Volume •...

  • Page 37: Language

    Language Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the to select your preferred menu language. • Press to confirm the selection.

  • Page 38: Appendices

    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 No image appears • onscreen •...
  • Page 39 Partial, scrolling • or incorrectly displayed image • (For notebooks) • The screen of the • notebook computer is not displaying your presentation • Image is unstable • or flickering • Image has vertical • flickering bar • Image is out of •...

  • Page 40: Problems With The Projector

    Image is too small • or too large • • Image has slanted • sides • Image is reversed • Problems with the Projector Condition The projector stops responding to all controls Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector.

  • Page 41: Osd Messages

    OSD Messages Condition Message Reminder Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working. Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to cool down before it may be used. Please also check the dust filters if they are installed.

  • Page 42: Led & Alarm Definition Listing

    LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Lamp LED Message Standby (power cord plugged in) Power button ON Lamp retry Turning off (cooling state) Turning off (cooling completed) Error (thermal failure) Error (fan lock failure) Error (lamp breakdown) Error (color Wheel fail) flashing Temp LED Quick...

  • Page 43: Replacing The Lamp

    Replacing the Lamp Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover, and then pull out the lamp. The projector will detect the lamp life. You will be shown a warning message "Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested!"...

  • Page 44: Ceiling Mount Installation

    Ceiling Mount Installation If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the steps below: Drill four holes into a solid, structurally sound part of the ceiling, and secure the mount base. Note: Screws are not included. Please obtain the appropriate screws for your type of ceiling.
  • Page 45 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Smaller Washer Large Washer Projector Bracket Supports projector and allows - for adjustments Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space between the bracket and the projector to allow for proper heat distribution.
  • Page 46 Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is listed in the table below. 3 mm diameter screws are enclosed in the screw pack. Models Diameter (mm) S1200 Tightening Screw Allen Key Allen Key Tightening Screw Screw Type B Length (mm) 160.00mm...

  • Page 47: Specifications

    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 Computer compatibility Video compatibility Aspect ratio Displayable colors Projection lens Projection screen size (diagonal) Projection distance...
  • Page 48 Standard package contents * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • AC power cord x1 • VGA cable x1 • Composite video cable x1 • Remote control x1 • Batteries x 2 (for remote control) • User's Guide (CD-ROM) x1 •...

  • Page 49: Compatibility Modes

    Compatibility modes A. VGA Analog VGA Analog - PC Signal Modes Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 720x400 SVGA 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832x624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 SXGA 1152x864 1152x864 1152x864 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280X1024 QuadVGA 1280x960 1280x960 SXGA+ 1400x1050 UXGA...
  • Page 50 1152x870 1280x960 1280x1024 i Mac DV (G3) 1024x768 VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing Modes Resolution WXGA 1280x768 1280x768 1280x768 1280x720 1280x800 1360x768 1440x900 1680x1050 B. HDMI Digital HDMI - PC Signal Modes Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 720x400 SVGA 800x600 800x600...
  • Page 51 1280x1024 1280x1024 QuadVGA 1280x960 1280x960 SXGA+ 1400x1050 UXGA 1600x1200 Power Mac G4 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 1280x1024 PowerBook G4 640x480 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 1280x1024 i Mac DV (G3) 1024x768 HDMI - Extended Wide timing Modes Resolution WXGA 1280x768 1280x768 1280x768...
  • Page 52 720p (PAL) 1280x720 1080i (PAL) 1920x1080 1080p (PAL) 1920x1080 Horizontal scan rate: Vertical scan rate: 37.5 50(25) 28.13 56.25 15k - 92 kHz 50k - 85 Hz...

  • Page 53: Regulations And Safety Notices

    Regulations and safety notices 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.

  • Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity For Eu Countries

    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. (Please visit http://global.acer.com/support/certificate.htm for complete documents.)
  • Page 55 European Union (EU) R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard: Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety • EN60950-1:2001 • EN50371:2002 (SAR, general FR device) • • Article 3.1(b) EMC EN301 489-1 V1.4.1 (common technical requirement) • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1 (for short range device) •...
  • Page 56 9 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 er.com.tw DLP Projector Acer DNX0804 S1200 series Federal Communications Commission essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the followi Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity sary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production Declaration of Conformity comply with the requirements.

  • Page 57: Declaration Of Conformity

    -. EN300 328 V1.7.1 -. EN301 893 V1.4.1 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN). Year to begin affixing CE marking 2008. _______________________________ Easy Lai /Manager Regulation Center, Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan...

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