Acer X1230PK Series User Manual
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- Page 1 Acer Projector X1130P/X1130PA/X1130PS/ X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/ X1230PS/X1237 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: the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed •...
- 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 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) 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.
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Page 8: Precautions
viii First Thing 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 •... -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the Height of the 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 Setting Management... - Page 10 Troubleshooting LED & Alarm Definition Listing Replacing the Lamp Ceiling Mount Installation Specifications Compatibility Modes Regulations and safety notices...
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Page 11: Introduction
Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life • Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management • approach and physical efficiency improvement Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology functions (Acer • eView, eTimer, ePower Management) for easy adjustment of settings Advanced keystone correction delivers optimum presentations •... -
Page 12: Package Overview
Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing. Projector with lens cap Composite video cable (Optional) PgUp PgDn Remote control Carrying case (Optional) Power cord VGA cable Security card User’s guide (CD-ROM) Acer Projector Quick Start Guide Quick start guide Battery x 2... -
Page 13: Projector Overview
(VGA IN or VGA IN 1) PC analog signal/HDTV/component video input connector (VGA IN 2) Description Control panel Zoom ring (for X1130P/X1130PA/ X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/X1237) Focus ring Remote control receiver (X1130PS/X1230PK/X1230PS) (X1130P) Description Composite video input connector S-Video input connector... -
Page 14: Control Panel
Confirms your selection of items. • Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. Temp Indicator LED Enables unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. Selects items or makes adjustments to your selection. Chooses RGB, component video, S-Video, composite video or HDTV source. -
Page 15: Remote Control Layout
Remote Control Layout (X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/ X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/ X1237) PgUp PgDn Function POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9). ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. When a USB cable is connected, it performs the same function as the left mouse button. - Page 16 To change source to Composite video. 19 MUTE To turn on/off the volume. 20 WIRELESS Displays the image which is wirelessly transmitted from the PC to the projector via the "Acer eProjection Management" utility. (for wireless models) (X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/ X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/X1237) Description (for the model with connector).
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Page 17: Getting Started
Getting Started Connecting the Projector RS232 Display RS232 Description Power cord VGA cable VGA to component video/HDTV adapter Composite video cable Audio 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. -
Page 18: Turning The Projector On/Off
Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector Remove the lens cap. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will light red. Turn on the projector by pressing remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player, etc.). -
Page 19: Turning Off The Projector
Turning Off the Projector To turn the projector off, press 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 20: Adjusting The Projected Image
Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: Press the elevator button. Raise the image to the desired height angle, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. -
Page 21: 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. X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/X1237 • If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 72"... - Page 22 X1130PS/X1230PS • If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes around 164". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 275 cm height is required when located at 3 m distance. Desired distance Minimum Screen Size (Min zoom) Desired...
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Page 23: How To Get A Preferred Image Size By Adjusting Distance And Zoom
Distance and Zoom The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/X1237 • To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance between 1.9 m and 2.1 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. - Page 24 X1130PS/X1230PS • To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 0.9 m from the screen. 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...
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Page 25: User Controls
The new settings will be saved automatically upon exiting the menu. Press "MENU" anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer welcome screen. -
Page 26: Acer Empowering Technology
Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Key Acer eView Management Acer eTimer Management Acer ePower Management Acer Empowering Key provides three Acer unique functions: "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", and "Acer ePower Management". Press " " for more than one second to launch the Onscreen Display main menu to modify its function. -
Page 27: Onscreen Display (Osd) Menus
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus The projector has multilingual Onscreen Display (OSD) menus 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 control panel or remote •... -
Page 28: Color
Color There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Bright: For brightness optimization. • Standard: For common environment. • Display Mode Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Picture: For graphic picture. • Game: For game content. •... -
Page 29: Image
(X1130PS/X1230PK/X1230PS) - Page 30 Projection Front: The factory default setting. • Mode (for X1130PS/ Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from • X1230PK/ behind a translucent screen. X1230PS) Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of • Projection image. Location (for X1130PS/ Desktop •...
- Page 31 H. Position Press • (Horizontal Position) Press • V. Position Press • (Vertical Position) Press • Changes the projector’s refresh rate to match the frequency of your computer’s graphics card. If you experience a vertical Frequency flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to correct it.
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Page 32: Setting
Note: The following reminder appears on the screen when turning on 3D or after the projector is re-started with 3D enabled. Setting (X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/ X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/ X1237) Menu Location Chooses the OSD menu location on the display screen. When this function is turned off, the projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. - Page 33 Selects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area). Select "Off" to turn off the captioning feature. This function is only available when a composite video or S- Video input signal is selected and its system format is NTSC.
- Page 34 Security Card that came with your projector. This unique password will be accepted by the projector no matter what the administrator password is. If the Security Card is lost, please contact your local Acer • service center.
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Page 35: Management
Management Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp, which will also ECO Mode lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend the lamp life. Choose "Off" to return to the normal mode. Choose "On" to turn on the High Altitude mode. When this function is turned on, the projector fans operate at full High Altitude speed continuously to cool down the projector’s... -
Page 36: Audio
Audio (X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/ X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/ X1237) Press • Volume Press • Choose "On" to turn mute on. • Mute Choose "Off" to turn mute off. • Timer Timer Location Sets the location of the timer on the screen. Timer Start (or Press... -
Page 37: Language
Select this function to adjust the notification volume Timer Volume when the timer function is enabled and time is up. Timer Display Press Language Sets a language for the OSD menus. Use select your preferred language. Language Press • to choose a timer display mode. 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 3.9 to 37.2 feet (1.2 to 11.3 meters) from the X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/ X1230PK/X1237 projector, or 1.6 to 18.0 feet (0.5 to 5.5 meters) from the X1130PS/X1230PS projector. Refer to the "How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and Zoom"...
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Page 40: Problems With The Projector
Image is stretched When you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic or 16:9 when displaying a aspect ratio you may need to adjust the following "widescreen" settings: DVD title • • Image is too small • or too large • •... -
Page 41: Osd Messages
OSD Messages Condition 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 is used. Please also check the dust filters if they are installed. -
Page 42: Led & Alarm Definition Listing
LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Message Standby (Power cord plugged in) Power on Lamp retry Turning off (Cooling Quick flashing state) Turning off (Cooling completed) Error (Thermal failure) Error (Fan lock failure) Error (Lamp breakdown) Error (Color wheel failure) Power LED Lamp LED... -
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 itself. It will show you 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. Screw Type B Large Washer Smaller Washer Sliding Extension Projector Bracket Supports projector and allows for adjustments Spacer - For heat dissipation 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 Screw Type B Diameter (mm) X1130P/X1130PA/ X1130PS/X1230P/ X1230PA/X1230PK/ X1230PS/X1237 Screw M3 Depth 9.5 mm Tightening Screw Allen Key Allen Key Tightening Screw...
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Page 47: Specifications
Specifications The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation. Projection system Resolution Computer compatibility Video compatibility Aspect ratio Displayable colors Projection lens Projection screen size (diagonal) Projection distance Throw ratio... - Page 48 VGA input x 1 • Composite video x 1 • S-Video x 1 Below items are for X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/ X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/X1237 only. • 3.5 mm audio jack input x 1 • VGA output x 1 • USB x 1: for remote computer control Below item are for X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/ X1237 only.
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Page 49: Compatibility Modes
Compatibility Modes VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode Resolution VGA_60 VGA_72 640 x 480 VGA_75 VGA_85 VGA_70 720 x 400 VGA_85 SVGA_56 SVGA_60 SVGA_72 800 x 600 SVGA_75 SVGA_85 XGA_60 XGA_70 1024 x 768 XGA_75 XGA_85 SXGA_70 SXGA_75 1152 x 864 SXGA_85 SXGA_60 SXGA_72... - Page 50 WXGA+_60 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050_60 1680 x 1050 1920 x 1080_60 1920 x 1080 16:9 timing 1366 x 768 Acer AspireOne 1024 x 600 VGA_120 640 x 480 SVGA_120 800 x 600 XGA_120 1024 x 768 YPbPr Signal...
- Page 51 720 x 576 576p 1280 x 720 720p 1280 x 720 720p 1920 x 1080 1080i 1920 x 1080 1080i 1920 x 1080 1080p 1920 x 1080 1080p Video, S-Video Signal Modes V.Frequency [Hz] NTSC 15.73 15.63 SECAM 15.63 PAL-M 15.73 PAL-N 15.63...
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Page 52: 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 53: Declaration Of Conformity For Eu Countries
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 54 List of applicable countries EU member states as of July 2009 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, United Kingdom, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria, and Romania. Usage allowed in the countries of European Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
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Page 55: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, e-mail:easy_lai@acer.com.tw And, Acer Europe SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland Hereby declare that: Product:... - Page 56 -. EN301 489-1 -. EN301 489-17 • Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages -. EN300 328 -. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN). Year to begin affixing CE marking 2009. Easy Lai /Manager Regulation Center, Acer Inc. Aug. 12, 2009 - Date...
- Page 57 Model Number: Machine Type: Name of Responsible Party: Address of Responsible Party: Contact Person: Phone No.: Fax No.: Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. A. Tel: 254-298-4000 Fax: 254-298-4147 DLP Projector QSV0904/QSV0905/QSV0903/...