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XN122L/XN132WL/XN152L
User's Guide
Copyright © 2020. Acer Incorporated.
All Rights Reserved.
Acer Projector User's Guide
Original Issue: 10/2020

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  • Page 1 Acer Projector XL1220/XL1320W/XL1520/XL1520i/XL1521i FL011/FL021/FL051/ LU-X100X/LU-X100W/LU-X100F/ PF-L100X/PF-L100W/PF-L100F/ LR210/LR310/LR510/ ML-110/ML-210/ML-410/ DNX2006/DWX2005/D1P2004/ XN122L/XN132WL/XN152L User’s Guide Copyright © 2020. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector User’s Guide Original Issue: 10/2020...
  • Page 2 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. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
  • Page 4 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: y the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed y liquid was spilled into the product y the product was exposed to rain or water...
  • Page 5 For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www. acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm Do not stare into the beam Do not stare into beam, RG2 As with any bright source, do not stare into the direct beam, RG2 IEC 62471-5:2015.
  • Page 6 First things first Usage otes Doe: y Turn off the product before cleaning. y Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the displayhousing. y Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not being used for a long period of time. Don’te: y Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for ventilation.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CO TE TS INTRODUCTION ................9 Package Overview........................9 Standard accessories ........................ 9 Optional accessories ......................... 9 Product Overview ........................10 Connections..........................11 Keypad ............................. 12 Remote control ......................... 13 SETUP A D I STALLATIO ............14 Installing the projector ......................14 Connecting sources to the projector ..................
  • Page 8 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............46 Compatible resolutions ......................46 Image size and projection distance ..................49 Projector dimensions and ceiling mount installation ..............53 Troubleshooting ........................54 Warning indicators ........................55 Specifications ........................... 57 English...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Package Overview Carefully unpack and verify that you have the items listed below under standard accessories. Some of the items under optional accessories may not be available depending on the model, specification and your region of purchase. Please check with your place of purchase. Some accessories may vary from region to region. The warranty card is only supplied in some specific regions.
  • Page 10: Product Overview

    INTRODUCTION Product Overview otee: ‡ Do not block projector intake and exhaust vents. ‡ When operating the projector in an enclosed space, allow at least 30 cm clearance around the intake and exhaust vents. ‡ Functions vary depending on model definition. Item Item IR Receivers...
  • Page 11: Connections

    INTRODUCTION Connections 1080P Models 3 4 5 XGA/WXGA Models 3 4 5 Item Item HDMI 2 (v1.4) Connector Audio Out Connector Service connector (for firmware upgrade) Power Socket HDMI 1 (v2.0) Connector (1080P models) RS232 Connector ‡ HDMI 1 (v1.4) Connector (XGA/WXGA models) ‡...
  • Page 12: Keypad

    INTRODUCTION Keypad Item Item Power LED Menu Lamp LED Keystone Correction Temp LED Information Power Enter Source Re-Sync Four directional select keys English...
  • Page 13: Remote Control

    INTRODUCTION Remote control Model No:J-25050 MC.JMV11.009 Item Item Infrared transmitter 14. PgUp (not supported) POWER 15. COMPONENT (not supported) Laser button 16. PgDn (not supported) RATIO 17. MEDIA (not supported) Select/Enter KeyPad 0~9 Play/Pause Four directional select keys MENU HDMI™ SOURCE HIDE MODE...
  • Page 14: Setup A D I Stallatio

    Do not operate the projector in any orientation other than table top or ceiling mount. The projector should be horizontal and not tilted either forwards/backwards or left/right. Any other orientation will invalidate the warranty and may shorten the lifetime of the projector light source or the projector itself. For none standard installation advise, please contact Acer. English...
  • Page 15 SETUP A D I STALLATIO Projector installation notice otee: The brightness will be reduced 80% when the projection direction is downward. 225°~315° ±5° ‡ Portrait mode Air outlet side 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° 10° ‡ Allow at least 30 cm clearance around the exhaust vent. Minimum 100mm Minimum 300mm Minimum 300mm...
  • Page 16 SETUP A D I STALLATIO Minimum 100mm Minimum 100mm (3.94 inches) (3.94 inches) ‡ Ensure that the intake vents do not recycle hot air from the exhaust vent. ‡ When operating the projector in an enclosed space, ensure that the surrounding air temperature within the enclosure does not exceed operation temperature while the projector is running, and the air intake and exhaust vents are unobstructed.
  • Page 17: Connecting Sources To The Projector

    SETUP A D I STALLATIO Connecting sources to the projector Display Video Output Speakers English...
  • Page 18 SETUP A D I STALLATIO Item Item Power cord Wireless dongle Audio cable VGA cable HDMI cable VGA to component/HDTV adapter WirelessHD dongle 3 RCA component cable USB cable Composite video cable USB cable RS232 cable otee: ‡ To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Projector Image

    SETUP A D I STALLATIO Adjusting the projector image Image height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. Locate the adjustable foot you wish to adjust on the underside of the projector. Rotate the adjustable foot clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the projector. Tilt-Adjustment Feet Tilt-Adjustment Ring Zoom and focus...
  • Page 20: Remote Setup

    SETUP A D I STALLATIO Remote setup Installing / replacing the batteries Two AAA size batteries are supplied for the remote control. Remove the battery cover on the back of the remote control. Insert AAA batteries in the battery compartment as illustrated. Replace back cover on remote control.
  • Page 21 SETUP A D I STALLATIO Effective range Infra-Red (IR) remote control sensor is located on the top and front sides of the projector. Ensure to hold the remote control at an angle within 40 degrees perpendicular to the projector’s IR remote control sensor to function correctly.
  • Page 22: Using The Projector

    USING THE PROJECTOR Powering on / off the projector Lens cap Powering on Remove the lens cap. Securely connect the power lead and signal/source cable. When connected, the Power LED will turn red. Turn on the projector by pressing the button on the projector keypad or remote control.
  • Page 23: Selecting An Input Source

    USING THE PROJECTOR Selecting an input source Turn on the connected source that you want to display on the screen, such as computer, notebook, video player, etc. The projector will automatically detect the source. If multiple sources are connected, press the button on the projector keypad or the Source button on the remote control to select the desired input.
  • Page 24: Menu Navigation And Features

    USING THE PROJECTOR Menu navigation and features The projector has multilingual on-screen display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source. button on the projector keypad or the Menu button on the remote To open the OSD menu, press the control.
  • Page 25: Osd Menu Tree

    USING THE PROJECTOR OSD Menu tree Main Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Presentation Bright HDR SIM. HLG SIM. Cinema Display Mode Game sRGB DICOM SIM. User Off [Default] Blackboard Light Yellow Wall Color Light Green Light Blue Pink...
  • Page 26 USING THE PROJECTOR Main Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Red [Default] Green Blue Color Cyan Yellow Magenta Color Matching White(*) Hue / R(*) -50 ~ 50 Saturation / G(*) -50 ~ 50 Gain / B(*) -50 ~ 50 Cancel [Default]...
  • Page 27 USING THE PROJECTOR Main Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Off [Default] 3D Mode 3D [Default]  Auto [Default] 3D Format Top and Bottom Frame Sequential 3D Sync Invert Off [Default] Display 16:9 16:10 Aspect Ratio Native...
  • Page 28 USING THE PROJECTOR Main Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu Front [Default] Rear Projection Ceiling-top Rear-top 16:9 Screen Type 16:10 [Default] Off [Default] Direct Power On Off [Default] Signal Power On Auto Power Off 0 ~ 180 (5 min increments) Power Settings (min.)
  • Page 29 USING THE PROJECTOR Main Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu English [Default] Deutsch Français Italiano Español Português Polski Nederlands Svenska Norsk/Dansk Suomi ελληνικά 繁體中文 Language 简体中文 日本語 한국어 Русский Magyar Čeština Setup Options ไทย...
  • Page 30 USING THE PROJECTOR Main Sub Menu Sub Menu 2 Sub Menu 3 Sub Menu 4 Values Menu HDMI 1 [Default] HDMI 2 Input Source VGA IN Video Wireless mirroring Off [Default] High Altitude Default [Default] Options Logo Neutral Setup User Black [Default] Blue Background...
  • Page 31: Display Image Settings Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Display menu Display image settings menu otee: Functions vary depending on model definition. Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. ‡ Presentation: This mode is suitable for showing in front of public in connection to the PC. ‡...
  • Page 32 USING THE PROJECTOR Gamma Set up gamma curve type. After the initial setup and fine tuning is completed, utilize the Gamma Adjustment steps to optimize your image output. Film: For home theater. ‡ ‡ Video: For video or TV source. ‡...
  • Page 33 USING THE PROJECTOR Signal Adjust the signal options. ‡ Automatic: Configure automatically the signal (the frequency, phase, H. position, and V. position items are grayed out). If automatic is disabled, the frequency and phase items will appear for tuning and saving the settings.
  • Page 34: Display 3D Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Display 3D menu otee: ‡ This projector is a 3D ready projector with DLP-Link 3D solution. ‡ Please make sure your 3D glasses are use for DLP-Link 3D before enjoy your video. ‡ This projector supports frame sequential (page-flip) 3D via HDMI/VGA ports. ‡...
  • Page 35 USING THE PROJECTOR otee: ‡ Detailed informations about LBX mode: ± Some Letter-Box Format DVDs are not enhanced for 16x9 TVs. In this situation, the image will not look right when displaying image in 16:9 mode. In this situation, please try to use the 4:3 mode to view the DVD.
  • Page 36 USING THE PROJECTOR WXGA scaling table (screen type 16x10): otee: ‡ Supported screen type 16:9 (1280x720), 16:10 (1280x800). ‡ When screen type is 16:9, the 16x10 format becomes unavailable. ‡ When screen type is 16:10, the 16x9 format becomes unavailable. ‡...
  • Page 37 USING THE PROJECTOR WXGA scaling table (screen type 16x9): 16 e: 9 screen 480i/p 576i/p 1080i/p 720p Scale to 960x720. 16x9 Scale to 1280x720. Scale to 1280x960, then get the central 1280x720 image to display. Native mode 1:1 mapping centered. 1:1 mapping 1280x720 1:1 mapping...
  • Page 38: Display Edge Mask Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Input resolution Auto/Scale Auto H-resolution V-resolution 1920 1080 1440 1080 1440 1080 1024 1440 1080 1280 1024 1440 1080 1400 1050 1440 1080 1600 1200 1440 1080 1280 1920 1080 Wide Laptop 1280 1800 1080 1280 1728 1080 1350 1080...
  • Page 39: Audio Mute Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Audio menu otee: Functions vary depending on model definition. Audio mute menu Mute Use this option to temporarily turn off the sound. ‡ One: Choose “On” to turn mute on. ‡ Off: Choose “Off” to turn mute off. otee: Mute function affects both internal and external speaker volume.
  • Page 40: Setup Projection Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Setup menu otee: Functions vary depending on model definition. Setup projection menu Projection Select the preferred projection between front, rear, ceiling-top, and rear-top. Setup screen type menu Screen Type (for WXGA/1080P models) Choose the screen type from 16:9 and 16:10. Setup power settings menu Direct Power On Choose “On”...
  • Page 41: Setup Hdmi Link Settings Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Change Password Use to set or modify the password that is prompted when turning the projector on. otee: Password default value is “1234” (first time). Setup HDMI Link settings menu otee: When you connect HDMI CEC-compatible devices to the projector with HDMI cables, you can control them on the same power on or power off status using the HDMI Link control feature in the projector’s OSD.
  • Page 42: Screen Capture By Pc Tool

    USING THE PROJECTOR Logo Use this function to set the desired startup screen. If changes are made, they will take effect the next time the projector is powered on. Default: The default startup screen. ‡ ‡ Neutral: Logo is not displayed on startup screen. ‡...
  • Page 43: Setup Reset Osd Menu

    USING THE PROJECTOR Reboot projector Plug-out the power cord of projector and plug-in it. Please ensure that the logo has been upgraded correctly. Operating system compatibility Operating system platform compatible Windows XP Not support Windows 7 (64 bit) Support Windows 10 (64 bit) Support Mac OS Not support...
  • Page 44 Functions vary depending on model definition. ‡ (*1) 1920 x 1200 @60Hz only support RB (reduced blanking). ‡ (*2) 3D timing for True 3D projector (option). ‡ (*3) HDMI1 UHD/4K2K timing only XL1520/XL1520i HDMI 1.4 support, other timing HDMI 2.0 support. English...
  • Page 45 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Analog compatibility Signal Resolution Refresh Rate(Hz) Notes for Mac 640 x 480 60/67/72/85/120 Mac 60/72/85/ (*2) SVGA 800 x 600 56/60(*2)/72/85/120 Mac 60/72/85 (*2) 1024 x 768 /70/75/85/120 Mac 60/70/75/85 (*2) (*2) HDTV(720P) 1280 x 720 50/60 Mac 60 (*2) WXGA 1280 x 768...
  • Page 46 Functions vary depending on model definition. ‡ If 3D input is 1080p@24Hz, the DMD should replay with integral multiple with 3D mode. ‡ 1080i@25Hz and 720p@50Hz will run in 100Hz, other 3D timing will run in 120Hz. ‡ 1080P@24Hz will run in 144Hz (XL1220/XL1320W/XL1520/XL1520i). English...
  • Page 47: Image Size And Projection Distance

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Image size and projection distance WXGA Series for 1.1x zoom To obtain an image size of 60” set the projector at a distance 200 cm and 222 cm from the screen. 60” Desired image size Height: 91 cm from base to top of image 200 cm...
  • Page 48 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION XGA Series for 1.1x zoom To obtain an image size of 60” set the projector at a distance 237 cm and 263 cm from the screen. 60” Desired image size Height: 105 cm from base to top of image 237 cm 263 cm...
  • Page 49 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 1080p series To obtain an image size of 60” set the projector at a distance 196 cm and 215 cm from the screen. 60” Desired image size Height: 87 cm from base to top of image 196 cm 215 cm Desired Distance Desired image size...
  • Page 50: Projector Dimensions And Ceiling Mount Installation

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Projector dimensions and ceiling mount installation To prevent damage to your projector, please use the Acer ceiling mount. If you wish to use a third party ceiling mount kit, please ensure the screws used to attach a mount to the projector meet the following specifications: ‡...
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Troubleshooting If you experience a problem with your projector, please refer to the following information. If a problem persists, please contact your local reseller or service center. Image problems No image appears on-screen ‡ Ensure all the cables and power connections are correctly and securely connected as described in the "Installation"...
  • Page 52: Warning Indicators

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Other problems The projector stops responding to all controls ‡ If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 20 seconds before reconnecting power. Remote control problems If the remote control does not work ‡...
  • Page 53 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ‡ Power off: Power Off Power Off? Press power key again. ‡ Temperature warning: Warning TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH Please: 1. Make sure air in and outlets are not blocked. 2. Make sure the environment temperature is under 45 degree C. If the problem persists in spite of the above.
  • Page 54: Specifications

    ‡ XL1520/XL1520i: 24.5”~306” (62.2cm~777cm) ‡ XL1220: 1m~11.83m (3.28 feet~38.8 feet) Projection distance ‡ XL1320W: 1m~10m (3.28 feet~32.8 feet) ‡ XL1520/XL1520i: 0.8m~10m (2.62 feet~32.8 feet) Electrical Description ‡ HDMI 1.4a x2 (XL1220/XL1320W) ‡ HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4a (XL1520/XL1520i) ‡ VGA in Inputs ‡...
  • Page 55 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 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 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION General This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Canada —...
  • Page 57 ML-110/ML-210/DNX2006/DWX2005/ XL122L/XN132WL We, Acer Incorporated, hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the product described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmoniza�on legisla�ons: Direc�ve 2014/53/EU on Radio Equipment, RoHS Direc�ve 2011/65/EU and ErP Direc�ve 2009/125/EC. The following harmonized...
  • Page 58 Marketing name: FL051/LU-X100F/PF-L100F/LR510/ ML-410/D1P2004/XN152L We, Acer Incorporated, hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the product described above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmoniza�on legisla�ons: Direc�ve 2014/53/EU on Radio Equipment, RoHS Direc�ve 2011/65/EU and ErP Direc�ve 2009/125/EC. The following harmonized...

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