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  • Page 1 Acer Projector H9500 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 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://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,...

  • 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

    How to optimize image size and distance How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom How to get a preferred image position by adjusting lens shift User Controls Installation menu Acer Empowering Technology Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus Color Image Management Setting Timer...
  • Page 10 Appendices Troubleshooting LED & Alarm Definition Listing Replacing and cleaning the dust filters Replacing the Lamp Ceiling Mount Installation Specifications Compatibility modes Regulations and safety notices...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    • Native 1920 x 1080 1080p resolution 4:3 / 16:9 / L.Box aspect ratio supported • Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature’s true colors for vivid, life-like images • Acer Color Safe technology ensures consistent color rendition over time. •...

  • Page 12: Package Overview

    Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing. Projector with lens cap Power cord VGA cable HDMI cable Composite video cable Security card Acer Projector Quick Start Guide User's guide Remote control Quick start guide 2 x Battery Carrying case...

  • Page 13: Projector Overview

    Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Description Description Elevator feet Lens cap Tilt adjusting wheels Zoom lever Control panel Zoom Lens Power button Focus ring 10 Lens shift control rings Remote control receivers...
  • Page 14 Rear side 10 11 Description Description Power socket Composite video input connector USB ctrl connector S-Video input connector HDMI 1 connector RS232 connector HDMI 2 connector 12V DC output connector DVI input connector (for digital signal PC analog input connector (VGA IN 2) with HDCP function) Monitor loop-through output connec- YPbPr/YCbCr input connector...

  • Page 15: Control Panel

    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, ePower Empowering key Management. TEMP Temp Indicator LED Use to...

  • Page 16: Remote Control Layout

    Remote Control Layout Backlight LED Icon Function Description Infrared Sends signals to the projector. transmitter POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to display the image. FREEZE To pause the screen image.
  • Page 17 OSD menu operation or exit the OSD menu. • Confirm your selection of items. MOUSE Left/ No function. Right Click Empowering key Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. VOLUME No function. PAGE No function. Prev No function.

  • Page 18: Getting Started

    Getting Started Connecting the Projector DVD player, DVD player Set-top Box, HDTV receiver R B G DVI-D HDMI Video Output S-Video Output D-Sub R B G RS232 HDMI HDTV adapter D-Sub DVI-D RS232 D-Sub R B G DVD player, Set-top Box, HDTV receiver Description Description...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Turning The Projector Off

    Turning the projector off 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 21: 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: Raise the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #1), then pull out the stand feet into position.

  • Page 22: 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. Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 59"...
  • Page 23 Screen size Screen size Desired (Min zoom) (Max zoom) Distance From base From base to Diagonal Diagonal to top of top of image <A> (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) image (cm) (cm) <B> <B>...

  • Page 24: How To Get A Preferred Image Size By Adjusting Distance And Zoom

    How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom Height Form base to top of image 1.7 m 2.5 m Desired Distance 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 a distance 1.7 m and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
  • Page 25 Top (cm) Screen size Distance (m) Diagonal From base to top of Max zoom Min zoom (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) image <B> <C> <A> <D> 66 X 37 89 X 50 111 X 62 133 X 75 155 X 87 177 X 100 199 X 112 221 X 125...

  • Page 26: How To Get A Preferred Image Position By Adjusting Lens Shift

    How to get a preferred image position by adjusting lens shift The projector is equipped with lens shift for adjusting the position of projected image right and left or up and down without requiring you to physically move the projector. Vertical Lens Shift ring Horizontal...
  • Page 27 Adjusting the horizontal or vertical image position The vertical image height can be adjusted between 5% and 30% of the image height. (The minimum vertical image offset is fixed at 5% of the image height above the centre of the projector lens.) With the lens in the centre position the horizontal image position can be adjusted to the left or right by up to a maximum of 15% of the image width.
  • Page 28 Note: The maximum shift of vertical (horizontal) image adjustment can be limited by horizontal (vertical) image position. Please refer below diagram. 130%(V), 0%(H) 7.5%(H) -7.5%(H) 117.5%(V) 105%(V) 15%(H) -15%(H) H x 15% H x 15% H x 5% H x 5% V x 25% Offset max= V x 30%...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Acer Empowering Technology

    Acer Empowering Technology Acer Empowering Key provides four Empowering Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer 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 31: 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 32: Color

    Color Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher brightness. • Standard: For common environment. • Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing. •...
  • Page 33 Advanced Sharpeness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. • Press to decrease the sharpness. • Press to increase the sharpness. Brilliant Color Produces an expanded on-screen color spectrum that delivers enhanced color saturation for bright, true-to-life images. This feature is "On" by default. Dynamic Black This feature enables the projector to automatically optimize the display of dark movie scenes enabling them to be shown in...

  • Page 34: Image

    Image Projection Front-Desktop • The factory default setting. Front-Ceiling • When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. Rear-Desktop • When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. Rear-Ceiling •...

  • Page 35: Management

    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. Tracking Synchronizes the signal timing of the projector with the graphics card. If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to correct it.

  • Page 36: Setting

    Setting Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen. Closed Caption 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 37 Administrator Password is. • If losing this security card and number, please contact with an Acer service center. • VGA OUT (Standby) Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable VGA OUT connection.

  • Page 38: Timer

    Timer • Timer Location Choose the location of the timer on the screen. Timer Start • Press to start or stop the timer. Timer Period • Press to adjust the timer period. Timer Display • Press to which timer mode to display on the screen.

  • 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 • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control or incorrectly panel. displayed image • For an incorrectly displayed image: (for notebooks) • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer. • Press the toggle output settings.
  • Page 41 Image is too small • Adjust the zoom ring 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 or on the control panel. Go to "Image --> Aspect Ratio" and try different settings.
  • 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 also check the dust filters if they are installed.

  • Page 43: Led & Alarm Definition Listing

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

  • Page 44: Replacing And Cleaning The Dust Filters

    Replacing and cleaning the dust filters Replacing the dust filters (Illustration #1) Turn the projector off then unplug the power cord. Unplug the corner (Illustration # ) Pull out the dust filter (Illustration # ) Clean or replace the dust filter. To put the dust filters back, reverse the previous step.

  • Page 45: 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 46: 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 47 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Smaller Washer Large Washer 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 48 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. Tightening Screw Allen Key Allen Key Tightening Screw 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 Washer Type...

  • Page 49: 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 Native: 1080P (1920 x 1080), Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200),WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050), 1080p (1920 x 1080)
  • Page 50 Standard package contents • AC power cord x1 • VGA cable x1 • HDMI cable x1 • Composite video cable x1 • Remote control x1 • Battery x 2 (for remote control) • User's Guide (CD-ROM) x1 • Quick start guide x1 •...

  • Page 51: Compatibility Modes

    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 SVGA 800x600 35.1 800x600 37.9 800x600 48.1 800x600 46.9 800x600 53.7 1024x768 48.4 1024x768 56.5 1024x768 60.0 1024x768 68.7...
  • Page 52 1280x768 60.3 1280x768 68.6 1280x720 44.8 1280x800 49.6 1440x900 59.9 WSXGA+ 1680x1050 65.3 1920x1080 67.5 (1080p) 1366x768 47.7 VGA Analog - Component Signal Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 480i 720x480 59.94 (29.97) 15.7 576i 720x576 50 (25) 15.6 480p 720x480 59.94 31.5...
  • Page 53 1024x768 60.0 1024x768 68.7 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 75.0 PowerBook G4 640x480 31.4 640x480 66.6(67) 34.9 800x600 37.9 1024x768 48.4 1152x870 68.7...
  • Page 54 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 31.3 720p 1280x720 45.0 720p 1280x720 37.5 1080i 1920x1080 60(30) 33.8 1080i 1920x1080 50(25) 28.1 1080p 1920x1080 23.97/24 27.0...

  • Page 55: 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 56 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 57 Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan 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 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 58 -. EN301 489-1 -. EN301 489-17 z Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages -. EN300 328 -. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN). Year to begin affixing CE marking 2010. Jan. 21, 2011 _______________________________ Easy Lai /Manager Date Regulation Center, Acer Inc.
  • Page 59 Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., 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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