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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 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 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...
  • 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 Power cord VGA cable Composite video cable Security card User’s guide (CD-ROM) (Optional) Acer Projector PgUp PgDn Quick Start Guide Remote control Quick start guide Battery x 2 Carrying case...
  • Page 13: Projector Overview

    Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Description Description Power key and Power indicator Control panel Projection lens Zoom ring (for X1130P/X1130PA/ X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/X1237) Elevator button Focus ring Lens cap Remote control receiver Rear side (X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1237) (X1130PS/X1230PK/X1230PS) (X1130P) Description Description USB connector Composite video input connector RS232 connector...
  • Page 14: Control Panel

    RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. TEMP Temp Indicator LED Empowering key Enables unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. Four directional select keys Selects items or makes adjustments to your selection. 10 SOURCE Chooses RGB, component video, S-Video,...
  • Page 15: Remote Control Layout

    Remote Control Layout (X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/ (X1130P) X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/ X1237) PgUp PgUp PgDn PgDn Function Description 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/ (X1130P) X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/X1237)
  • Page 17: Getting Started

    Getting Started Connecting the Projector RS232 DVD player, Set-top box, HDTV receiver S-Video Output Display D-Sub R B G Video Output RS232 D-Sub R B G HDTV adapter D-Sub D-Sub Description Description Power cord S-Video cable VGA cable RS232 cable VGA to component video/HDTV USB cable adapter...
  • 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 (POWER) on the control panel or remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.
  • 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

    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. 164"...
  • Page 23: 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. 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. 50" Desired image size Height: 84 cm From base to top of image 0.9 m Desired distance Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm) Diagonal (inch)
  • 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 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

    Color G Adjusts the green color. Color B Adjusts the blue color. Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated colors. Press to decrease the amount of color in the • Saturation image. Press to increase the amount of color in the •...
  • Page 30 Rear-Ceiling: 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. Projection Front: The factory default setting. • Mode (for X1130PS/ Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from •...
  • Page 31 H. Position Press to move the image left. • (Horizontal Position) Press to move the image right. • V. Position Press to move the image down. • (Vertical Position) Press to move the image up. • Changes the projector’s refresh rate to match the frequency of your computer’s graphics card.
  • Page 32: Setting

    It needs correct settings on graphics card 3D application program for correct 3D display. The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media Player can support 3D format files. You can download these players on the web page below. - NVIDIA Stereoscopic 3D Video Player: http://www.nvidia.com/object/ 3D_Drivers_Downloads.html -Stereoscopic Player (Trial): http://www.3dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx...
  • 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.
  • 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 to decrease the volume. • Volume Press to increase the volume. • 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 to start or stop the timer.
  • 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 to choose a timer display mode. Language Sets a language for the OSD menus. Use select your preferred language. 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 Solution No image appears • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as onscreen described in the "Getting Started"...
  • Page 39 Partial, scrolling • Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or remote or incorrectly control. 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 40 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 • If you play a 4:3 format DVD title, please change the format to 4:3 with the projector OSD.
  • Page 41 OSD Messages Condition Message Reminder Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working. Fan Fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon. 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 Power LED Lamp LED Temp LED Blue Standby (Power cord plugged in) Power on Lamp retry Quick flashing Turning off (Cooling Quick flashing state) Turning off (Cooling completed) Error (Thermal failure) Error (Fan lock failure) Quick flashing Error (Lamp breakdown)
  • 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 Screw Type C 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...
  • Page 46 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 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 • X1130P/X1130PA/X1130PS: Native: SVGA (800 x 600) Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200) • X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/X1237: Native: XGA (1024 x 768)
  • Page 48 Audio • X1130P: N/A • X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/ X1230PS/X1237: 2 W x 1 Weight • X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/ X1237: Approximate 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs.) • X1130PS/X1230PS: Approximate 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs.) Dimensions (W x D x H) 264 x 225 x 95 mm (10.4" x 8.6" x 3.7") Power supply Universal AC input 100 - 240 V, input frequency 50/60 Power consumption...
  • Page 49: Compatibility Modes

    Compatibility Modes VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] VGA_60 59.940 31.469 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 640 x 480 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 VGA_70 70.087 31.469 720 x 400 VGA_85 85.039 37.927 SVGA_56 56.250 35.156 SVGA_60 60.317 37.879...
  • Page 50 1680 x 1050_60 1680 x 1050 59.954 65.290 1920 x 1080_60 1920 x 1080 60.000 67.500 16:9 timing 1366 x 768 59.790 47.712 Acer AspireOne 1024 x 600 60.000 37.500 VGA_120 640 x 480 119.518 61.910 SVGA_120 800 x 600 119.854 77.425...
  • Page 51 720 x 576 576p 50.00 31.25 1280 x 720 720p 60.00 45.00 1280 x 720 720p 50.00 37.50 1920 x 1080 1080i 60.00 33.75 1920 x 1080 1080i 50.00 28.13 1920 x 1080 1080p 60.00 67.5 1920 x 1080 1080p 50.00 56.26 Video, S-Video Signal...
  • 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 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.
  • Page 55 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 Europe SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland...
  • 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. Aug. 12, 2009 - Easy Lai /Manager Date Regulation Center, Acer Inc.
  • Page 57 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 following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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