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P1386W/M325/PE-W44/F14W/AW328
P1286/M315/PE-X44/F14X/AX328
P1186/M305/PE-S44/F14S/AS328 Series
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 Acer Projector P1386W/M325/PE-W44/F14W/AW328 P1286/M315/PE-X44/F14X/AX328 P1186/M305/PE-S44/F14S/AS328 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.
  • 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 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.”...
  • Page 8: Precautions

    viii 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 9: Table Of Contents

    Information for your safety and comfort First things first viii Usage Notes viii Precautions viii Introduction Product Features Package Overview Projector Overview Projector Outlook Control Panel Remote Control Layout MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control Getting Started Connecting the Projector Turning the Projector On/Off Turning on the Projector Turning the projector off Adjusting the Projected Image...
  • Page 10 Troubleshooting LED & Alarm Definition Listing Cleaning and replacing the dust filters (Option) Replacing the Lamp Ceiling Mount Installation Specifications Compatibility modes Regulations and safety notices...
  • Page 11: Introduction

    Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box aspect ratio supported • Enables projecting 3D content via DLP Link Technology: Blue-Ray 3D supported and nVidia 3DTV Play Ready • Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature’s true colors for vivid, life-like images • High brightness and contrast ratio •...
  • Page 12: Package Overview

    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. Projector Power cord VGA cable Security card User’s guide Quick start guide Carrying case Dust filters Remote control...
  • Page 13: Projector Overview

    Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Description Description Air outlet Lamp cover Focus ring Lens cap Zoom ring Projection lens Remote control receiver 10 Tilt adjusting wheels Power button 11 Air inlet Control panel...
  • Page 14 Right / Rear side Description Description Power socket RS232 connector HDMI 1 connector Composite video input connector HDMI 2/MHL connector Audio in connector 5V DC output connector (device charge & support mouse page up/down Audio out connector function) PC analog signal/HDTV/component Kensington™...
  • Page 15: Control Panel

    Control Panel Icon Function Description POWER POWER Power Indicator LED LAMP LAMP Lamp Indicator LED TEMP TEMP Temp Indicator LED See the contents in "Turning the Projector POWER On/Off" section. Four directional select to select items or make keys adjustments to your selection. BACK BACK Returns to the previous operation.
  • Page 16: Remote Control Layout

    Remote Control Layout Model No:J-25021 Model No:J-25010 MC.JMV11.006 MC.JMV11.005 Icon Function Description Infrared Sends signals to the projector. transmitter POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. MUTE To turn on/off the volume. RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio. Select/Enter Confirm your selection of items.
  • Page 17 ZOOM OUT Zooms the projector display out. Press “LAN/WiFi” to change source to “WiFi.” Only LAN/WiFi available while Acer WirelessCAST (MWA3) is plgged in projector and see “WiFi” in source list. Laser pointer Aim the remote at the viewing screen.
  • Page 18: Mhl (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control

    MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control MHL Control Mode Navigation Next Mode Exit MHL Control MHL Control Mode Numeric Next Mode Exit MHL Control MHL Control Mode Multi-Media Next Mode Exit MHL Control Icon Function Description Press the "SOURCE" button to toggle between SOURCE Navigation, Numeric and Multi-Media mode.
  • Page 19 Icon Function Description Use the button to select the next or previous page. (only PgUp/PgDn for Navigation mode) KeyPad 0~9 Number buttons. (only for Numeric mode) Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
  • Page 20: Getting Started

    Getting Started Connecting the Projector DVD player DVD player, Set-top Box, HDTV receiever HDMI D-Sub Audio Output R B G HDMI HDMI HDTV adapter D-Sub HDMI RS232 Video output Smart Phone Power Bank RS232 Description Description Power cord Audio cable Jack/RCA HDMI cable Audio cable Jack/Jack MHL cable (MicroUSB to HDMI)
  • Page 21 Note 1: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Note 2: Functions vary depending on model definition. Note 3: USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m. Note 4: Some smartphones require a converter (supplied by smartphone maker) to enable the MHL function.
  • Page 22: Turning The Projector On/Off

    Turning the Projector On/Off Turning on the Projector 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 or remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.).
  • Page 23: Turning The Projector Off

    Turning the projector off To turn the projector off, press and hold the power button. This message appears: "Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown process." Press the power button again. The LED power indicator will turn RED and blink rapidly after the projector is turned off, and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 2 minutes to ensure that the system cools properly.
  • Page 24: 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/lower the image: Use Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle. Tilt adjusting wheel...
  • Page 25: How To Optimize Image Size And Distance

    How to optimize image size and distance Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. • SVGA/XGA series If the projector is 2.0 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 46"...
  • Page 26 • WXGA series If the projector is 2.0 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 54" and 60". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 91 cm height is required when located at 2.0 m distance. Height: 91 cm from base to Height:...
  • Page 27: 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. • SVGA/XGA series To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 2.0 m and 2.2 m from the screen.
  • Page 28 • WXGA series To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 2.0 m and 2.2 m from the screen. 60" Desired image size Height: 91 cm from base to top of image 2.0 m 2.2 m Desired Distance Desired Image Size Distance (m)
  • Page 29: User Controls

    The new settings will be saved automatically upon exiting the menu. Push the "MENU" or "BACK" button anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer welcome screen. Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
  • Page 30: 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 31: Color

    Color Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Presentation: For meeting presentation. • Standard: For common environment. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • User: Memorize user's settings. Wall color Use this function to choose a proper color according to the wall.
  • Page 32: Image

    Image Projection Mode • Front: The factory default setting. • Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. Projection Location • Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image. • Desktop • Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection.
  • Page 33 HDMI Color Range Adjust the color range of the HDMI image data to correct color display error. • Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player. • Limited Range: Prosess the input image as limited color range data. • Full Range: Prosess the input image as full color range data. HDMI Scan Info Adjust the overscan ratio of the HDMI image on screen.
  • Page 34: Setting

    Setting 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 unless you press "Source" button on the remote control for the next channel. Closed Caption Selects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area).
  • Page 35 Administrator Password is. • If losing this security card and number, please contact with an Acer service center. Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
  • Page 36: Management

    Management 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. High Altitude Choose "On" to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of the projector.
  • Page 37: Audio

    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. Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
  • Page 38: Language

    Choose "On" to enable DLP 3D function. • On: Choose this item while using DLP 3D glasses, 120Hz 3D capable graphics cards and HQFS format file or DVD with corresponding SW player. • Off: Turn off 3D mode. 3D Format If the 3D content is not displayed correctly, you can select a 3D format that suits the 3D content you are viewing and obtain the best result.
  • Page 39: 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 Solution No image appears • Connected as described in the "Getting Started"...
  • Page 40 Partial, scrolling • For an incorrectly displayed image: or incorrectly • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust displayed image the resolution of your computer. (For notebooks) • Press the toggle output settings. Example: [Fn]+[F4], Compaq [Fn]+[F4], Dell [Fn]+[F8], Gateway [Fn]+[F4], IBM [Fn]+[F7], HP [Fn]+[F4], NEC [Fn]+[F3], Toshiba [Fn]+[F5] •...
  • Page 41 Image is too small • Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector. or too large • Move the projector closer to or further from the screen. • Press "MENU" on the remote control. Go to "Image - ->...
  • Page 42 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 check the following message.
  • Page 43 LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Lamp_LED Temp_LED Power LED Message Blue Input power plug Flash ON to Flash ON to Flash ON to OFF 100ms OFF 100ms OFF 100ms Standby Power button ON Lamp retry Quick Flashing Power off (Cooling state) Quick Flashing Power button OFF...
  • Page 44 Cleaning and replacing the dust filters (Option) Cleaning the dust filters Clean the dust filters after every 1000 hours of use. If they are note cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. Follow these steps: Turn the projector off.
  • Page 45 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 46 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, structural ceiling member, and secure the ceiling mount base to the ceiling. Choose the length combination based on actual environment. (CM-01S doesn’t include Type 2 and Type 3.) Type 1 Type 2...
  • Page 47 Type 1: For the standard size use three bracket screws to mount the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Type 2 and Type 3: Alternatively, for the larger size, use the sliding extensions for more supports. Type 1: Type 2: Type 3: Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space between the bracket and the projector to allow for proper heat...
  • Page 48 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. 360° Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small SCREW SPEC. M4 x 25 mm 55.00 mm 55.00 mm...
  • Page 49 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 • P1186/M305/PE-S44/F14S/AS328 series: 800x600 SVGA resolution • P1286/M315/PE-X44/F14X/AX328 series: 1024x768 XGA resolution • P1386W/M325/PE-W44/F14W/AW328 series: 1280x800 WXGA resolution •...
  • Page 50 Dimensions (W x D x H) 315 mm X 214 mm X 97.6 mm (12.4" x 8.4" x 3.8") Digital Zoom Power supply AC input 100 - 240 V auto-switching power supply Power consumption Normal mode: 250W ± 10% @ 110VAC ECO mode: 200W ±...
  • Page 51 Compatibility modes A. VGA Analog VGA Analog - PC Signal Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 640x480 31.5 640x480 37.9 640x480 37.5 640x480 43.3 640x480 61.9 SVGA 800x600 35.1 800x600 37.9 800x600 48.1 800x600 46.9 800x600 53.7 800x600 77.4 1024x768 48.4 1024x768 56.5...
  • Page 52 WXGA 1280x768 47.8 1280x768 60.3 1280x768 68.6 1280x720 44.8 1280x720 92.9 1280x800 49.6 1280x800 119.909 101.6 1920x1200 1440x900 59.9 WSXGA+ 1680x1050 65.3 1920x1080 67.5 (1080P) 1366x768 47.7 WUXGA 1920x1200-RB 59.94 74.04 VGA Analog -Component Signal Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 480i 720x480(1440x480) 59.94 (29.97)
  • Page 53 800x600 48.1 800x600 46.9 800x600 53.7 800x600 77.4 1024x768 48.4 1024x768 56.5 1024x768 60.0 1024x768 68.7 1024x768 99.0 SXGA 1152x864 63.8 1152x864 67.5 1152x864 77.1 1280x1024 64.0 1280x1024 77.0 1280x1024 80.0 1280x1024 91.1 QuadVGA 1280x960 60.0 1280x960 75.2 SXGA+ 1400x1050 65.3 UXGA 1600x1200...
  • Page 54 WUXGA 1920x1200-RB 59.94 74.04 HDMI - Video Signal Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 480i 720x480(1440x480) 59.94 (29.97) 15.7 576i 720x576(1440x576) 50(25) 15.6 480p 720x480 59.94 31.5 576p 720x576 31.6 720p 1280x720 45.0 720p 1280x720 37.5 1080i 1920x1080 60(30) 33.8 1080i 1920x1080 50(25)
  • Page 55 C. MHL Digital V.Frequency H.Frequency Modes Resolution [Hz] [KHz] 640x480 59.94/60 31.5 480i 720x480 (1440x480) 59.94/60 15.7 576i 720x576 (1440x576) 50(25) 15.6 480p 720x480 59.94/60 31.5 480p_2x 1440x480 59.94/60 31.5 576p 720x576 31.3 576p_2x 1440x576 31.3 720p 1280x720 59.94/60 45.0 720p 1280x720 37.5...
  • Page 56 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 57 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...
  • Page 58 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 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...
  • Page 59 Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., Suite 1500 San Jose, CA 95110 U. S. A. Tel: 254-298-4000 Fax: 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

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