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Acer Projector H5360BD Series User's Guide...
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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.
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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.
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• 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.
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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: •...
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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.
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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.”...
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.
Adjusting the Height of 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...
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Troubleshooting LED & Alarm Definition Listing Replacing the Lamp Ceiling Mount Installation Specifications Compatibility modes Regulations and safety notices...
Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing. Projector with lens cap Power cord VGA cable XXXXXX Composite video cable Battery Security card Acer Projector Quick Start Guide User’s guide Remote control Quick start guide Carrying case...
Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Description Description Ventilation (inlet) Lens cap Ventilation (outlet) Power button Remote control receivers Remote control Focus ring Zoom lever Zoom lens 10 Horn Rear side RS232 Description Description Power socket YPbPr input connector S-Video input connector Kensington lock port...
SOURCE Changes the active source. ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to display the image. Empowering Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, eOpening, ePower Management.
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# Icon Function Description KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees). Four directional Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make select keys adjustments to your selection. KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9"...
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.
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.
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 (Illustration #1) to fine-tune the display angle. Tilt adjusting wheel...
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 80"...
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Screen size Screen size Desired (Min zoom) (Max zoom) Distance From base to From base to top Diagonal Diagonal W (cm) x W (cm) x <A> top of image (inch) (inch) of image (cm) H (cm) H (cm) <B> <B> (cm) <C>...
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom Height Form base to top of image 1.7 m 1.9 m Desired Distance The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. Example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 1.7 m and 1.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
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Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm) From base to top of Diagonal (inch) Max zoom Min zoom W (cm) x H (cm) image <A> <B> <C> <D> 66 x 37 89 x 50 111 x 62 133 x 75 155 x 87 177 x 100 199 x 112...
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.
Acer Empowering Technology Acer Empowering Key provide four Empowering Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management" , "Acer eOpening Management" ,and "Acer ePower Management" respectively. Press " " key for more than one second to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function.
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Acer ePower Management Press " " to launch "Acer ePower Management". "Acer ePower Management" provides user one shortcut to save lamp and projector life. Please refer to Onscreen Display section for more detail.
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. • When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the main menu.
Color Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Standard: For common environment. • Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing. • Dark Cinema: For dark movie content. • Game: For game content.
Saturation Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated color. • Press to decrease the amount of color in the image. • Press to increase the amount of color in the image. Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. •...
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Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. Aspect Ratio • Auto: Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels. • 4:3: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and displayed using a 4:3 ratio.
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3D Warning Choose "Yes" to display the 3D warning message. Message Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under DVI or Video mode. Note: "Sharpness" function is not supported under DVI or Computer mode. Note: "3D Format" is not supported under Computer or Video mode. Note: It needs correct settings on graphic card 3D application program for correct 3D display.
Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function. Screen Capture Use this function to customize the startup screen.
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Security Security This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage usage of the projector . Press to change the "Security" setting. If the security function is enabled, your must enter the "Administrator Password" first before changing the security settings. •...
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Administrator Password is. • If losing this security card and number, please contact with an Acer service center. Lock User Startup Screen • Default Lock User Startup Screen is "OFF". If lock user startup screen is "ON", users cannot change startup screen anymore...
Management Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp which will lower power ECO Mode consumption, extend the lamp life and reduce noise. Choose "Off" to return normal mode. Choose "On" to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at High Altitutde full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of the projector.
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 Volume Select this function to adjust the nitification volume when the timer function is enabled and time is up.
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"...
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Partial, scrolling • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control. or incorrectly • For an incorrectly displayed image: displayed image • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust (For notebooks) the resolution of your computer. • 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 ]...
Image is too small • Adjust the zoom lever on the front 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 --> Aspect Ratio" and try different settings or press"Aspect Ratio"...
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. Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum lifetime.
LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Power LED Message Blue Input Power Plug Flash ON to OFF 100ms Standby Power button ON Lamp retry Quick Flashing Power off (Cooling state) Quick Flashing Power button OFF: Cooling completed; Standby Mode Error (Thermal Failure) Quick Flashing RED and Steady BLUE by returns Error (Fan lock)
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!"...
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.
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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.
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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...
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 H5360BD: Native: 720P (1280 x 720) , Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680x1050), 1080p(1920x1080)
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Standard package contents • AC power cord x1 • VGA cable x1 • Composite video cable x1 • Remote control x1 • Battery x1 (for remote control) • User's guide (CD-ROM) x1 • Quick start guide x1 • Security card x1 •...
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.
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...
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...
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-. 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 2010. Dec. 26, 2010 _______________________________ Easy Lai /Manager Date Regulation Center, Acer Inc.
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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...