Acer X1173A manual

Acer Projector P1173/X1171/X1173/X1173A/ X1173N/X1173H/X1273/X1273N/ X1273H/X1373W/X1373WH Series User's Guide[...]

Copyright © 2013. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector User's Guide Original Issue: 11/ 2013 Acer Pro jector Acer and the Acer logo are re gi stered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other compani es' product names or trad emarks are used herein for i dentification purposes only and belong to their respec tive compa nies[...]

iii Information for Your Safety and Comfort Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instruct ions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liq uid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dam p cloth for [...]

iv • To avoid damage of internal componen ts and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product o n a vibrating surface. • Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected sho rt current or damage rotor devices or lamp. Using electrical power • This product should be operated fro[...]

v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening o r removing covers may expose you to dangerous vo ltage 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 dam aged, [...]

vi might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact your dealer. • Do not keep using this product to break or drop it. In this case contact your dealer for inspection. • Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire. • When switching the projector off, pl ease ensure the projector completes its[...]

vii Caution for Listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions. • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not increase the volume level af ter your ears have adjusted. • Do not listen to music at high volumes f or extended pe riods. • Do not increase the volu me to block out noisy s urrou[...]

viii First Thing First Usage Notes Do : • 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. Don't : • Block the slots and openin gs on the projec tor provided for vent[...]

Information for Your Safety and Comfort iii First Thing First viii Usage Notes viii Precautions viii Introduction 1 Product Features 1 Package Overview 2 Projector Overview 3 Projector Outlook 3 Control Panel 4 Remote Control Layout 5 MHL Feature Introducti on 7 Getting Started 8 Connecting the Projector 8 Turning the Projector On/Off 9 Turning On [...]

Troubleshooting 28 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 32 Replacing th e Lamp 33 Ceiling Mount Install ation 34 Specification s 37 Compatibility Modes 40 Regulations and safety notices 44[...]

1 English Introduction Product Features This product is a single-chip D LP ® projector, including the followin g outstanding features: • DLP ® technology • P1173/X1171/X1173/X1173A/X1173N/X1173H: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution, Auto/4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported X1273/X1273N/X1273H: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution, Auto/4:3/16:9 aspect r[...]

2 English Package Overview This projector comes with all the i tems shown below. Check to make sure you have them all. Contact your dealer imm ediately if any thing is missing. Projector Power cord VGA cable Security card User’s guide (CD -ROM) Remote control Quick start guide Battery x 2 Carrying case (Optional) Dust filter (Optional)[...]

3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front/upper side Rear side # Description # Description 1 Control panel 5 Zoom ring 2 Projection lens 6 Focus ring 3 Tilt adjusting wheel 7 Remote control receiver 4 Power key and Power indicator LED # Description # Description 1 RS232 connector 7 Audio input connector 2 Mini USB connector Audio output [...]

4 English Control Panel # Function Description 1 LAMP Lamp Indicato r LED. 2P O W E R i n d i c a t o r LED Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 3 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 de grees) . 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes th e projector to the input source. 5 MENU Launches the Onsc[...]

5 English Remote Control Layout # Function Description 1 POWER Refer to the "Turning th e Projector On/Off" section. 2 MEDIA SETUP Opens MEDIA SETUP page. 3 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. 4 MODE Chooses a display mode . 5 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). Four directional selection[...]

6 English 13 SOURCE Chooses RGB , component video, S -Video, composite video, HDMI or HDTV source. 14 HIDE Press "HIDE" to hide screen image; press again to display the image. 15 MENU Launches the Onscreen Di splay (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD men u operation or exits the OSD menu. 16 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode on[...]

7 English MHL Feature Introduction When your sm artphone is connected to the projecto r, you can use some buttons on the remote control to control yo ur smartphone. Press "MODE" for on e second to enter or leave the MHL cont rol mode. After entering the MHL control mode, press "SOURCE" to switch between the navig ation mode (def[...]

8 English Getting Started Connecting the Projector Note: To ensure the projector works well with your comp uter, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Note: Some smartphones require a converter (supplied by the smartphone maker) to en able the MHL function. # Description # Description 1 Power c ord 6 S-Vi[...]

9 English Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector 1 Ensure that the power co rd an d signal cabl e ar e securely connected. The Power LED will ligh t red. 2 Turn on the project or by pressing (POWER) on the control p anel or remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. 3 Turn on your source (c omputer, notebook, video p[...]

10 English Turning Off the Projector 1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears: "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process" Press the power button again. 2 The LED Power indicator will turn solid red to indicate standby mode. 3 It is now safe to un plug the power cord. When Instant Re[...]

11 English Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image The projector is equipped with two elevator feet for adju sting the image height. To raise the i mage: 1 Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to raise th e image to the desired height and angle . 2 Use the rear Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the displa y angle. To[...]

12 English How to Optimize Image Size and Distance Consult the table below to find the optimal im age sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. • SVGA/XGA If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 72" and 79". Note: Remind as below figur[...]

13 English • WXGA If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 84" and 93". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 125 cm height is required when the projector is located at 3 m distance. Desired Distance (m) < A > Minimum Screen Size (Min zoom) Maximum Screen Size ( Max zoom)[...]

14 English How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and Zoom The table below shows how to ach ieve a desired image size b y adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. • SVGA/XGA To obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance b etween 2.6 m and 2.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoo m level accordingly. [...]

15 English • WXGA To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance b etween 2.3 m and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoo m level accordingly. Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm) Diagonal (inch) < A > W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom < B > Min zoom < C > From base to top of image < D > 30 65 x 40 1.1 4[...]

16 English User Controls Installation Menu The Installation menu provides an On screen Display (O SD) for projector installation a nd ma inte nance. Use the OS D on ly when the message "No signal" is displayed on the screen. 1 Turn on the projector by pres sing (POWER) on the control panel or remote control. 2 Press "MENU" on th[...]

17 English Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus The projector has multilin gual Onscreen Display (OSD) menus that allow you to make i mage adjustments an d change a variety of settings. Using the OSD menus • To open the OSD menu, press "MENU" on the control p anel or remote control. • When the OSD is displayed, use to select an item in the ma[...]

18 English Color Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • Bright: For br ightness optimizati on. • Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher brightness . • Standard: For common envir onment. • Movie: For brighter and general m ovie/video/photo playing . • Dark Cinema: For dark movie con[...]

19 English Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functi ons are n ot supported under computer mode. Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. • Press to increase the amou nt of green in the image. • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Color Temperature Adjusts the color temperature. At higher color temperatures,[...]

20 English Image Projection • Front-Desktop: The factory default setting. • Front-Ceili ng: When you select this functio n, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-m ounted projectio n. • Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so that you can project behind a translucent screen. • Rear-Ceiling: Whe[...]

21 English Keystone Manually adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). This function is unavailab le when Auto Keystone is s et to "On". Manual Keystone Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. • Press to decrease the sharpness. • Press to increase the sharpness. H. Position (Horizontal Position) • P[...]

22 English Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under vi deo mode. Note: "Sharpness" function is not supported under com puter mode. Note: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" are only available when the input signal is HDM[...]

23 English VGA OUT (Standby) Selecting "On" enables the function. The projector can outp ut a VGA signal when it is in standby mode an d the VGA IN (or VGA IN 1) and VGA OUT sockets a re correctly connected to the devices . Enabling this function slightly increases the sta ndby power consumption. Reset Press after choosing "Yes"[...]

24 English User Password • Press to set up or change "User Passwor d". • Use the numerical keys on the remote control to set the password and press "MENU" to confirm. • To delete the digits, Press . • Enter the password again when you see "Confirm Password" displayed. • The password should be 4~8 digits in le[...]

25 English Management Audio ECO Mode Choose "On" to dim the pro jector lamp, which will also lower the power consum ption, reduce noise, and extend the lamp life. Choose "Off" to return to the normal mode. High Altitude Choose "On" to turn on th e High Altitude mod e. When this function is turned on, the projector fans[...]

26 English 3D Note: Supported 3D signal timings: It needs correct settings on grap hics card 3D application program for correct 3D display. The SW players, such as Stereo scopic Player and DDD TriDef Media Playe r can support 3D format files. Yo u can download these players on the web page below. 3D Selects "On" to enable the 3D function [...]

27 English - Stereoscopic Player (Trial): http ://www.3 dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx - DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial): http://www.trid ef.com/download/TriDef- 3-D-Experience-4.0.2.ht ml Note: "3D Sync Invert" and "3D Format" are only availa ble when "3D" is enabled. Language Language Sets a language for the OSD menu[...]

28 English Appendices Troubleshooting If you experience a problem with your Acer projector, refer to the follo wing troubleshooting guide. If the problem pe rsists, please contact your local reseller or service center. Image Problems and Solu tions # Problem Solution 1 No image appears onscreen • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected a[...]

29 English 3 Partial, s crolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) • Press "RESYNC" on the contr ol panel or remote control. • For an incorrectly displaye d image: • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer. • Press the toggle output settings. Example: [Fn]+[F4], Compaq [Fn]+[F4], [...]

30 English Problems with the Projector 9 Image is too sma ll or too large • Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the proj ector. • Move the projector closer to or further from the screen. • Press "MENU" on the control pan el or remote control. Go to "Image" > "Aspect Ratio" and try different settings. 10 Image [...]

31 English OSD Messages # Condition Message Rem inder 1 Message Fan Fail - the system f an is not working. Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to cool down before it is used. P lease also chec k the dust filters if they are installed. If the dust filter is clogged wit h dust, p[...]

32 English LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Message Power LED LAMP LED TEMP LED Red Blue Red Red Standby (Power cord plugged in) V- - - - - - Power on -- V -- -- Lamp retry -- Qui ck flashing -- -- Turning off (Cooling state) Quick flashing -- -- -- Turning off (Cooling completed) V- - - - - - Error (Thermal fail ure) -- V -- V Error[...]

33 English 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 approach ing the end of its usefu l life in full powe r operation. Replacement Suggested!" When you see this message, change the lamp[...]

34 English Ceiling Mount Installation If you wish to install the projector using a ce iling mount, please refer to the steps below: 1 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 appr opriate screws for your type of ceiling. 2 Secure the ceiling ro[...]

35 English 3 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space between the bracket and the projector to allow fo r proper heat distribution. Use two washers fo r extra support, if deemed necessary. 4 Attach the ceiling bracket to[...]

36 English 5 Adjust the angle and po sitioning as necessary. Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each mo del is listed in the table below. 4 mm diameter screws are encl osed in the screw pack. Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small 42 5 V V 30 Allen Key Tightening Screw Allen Key Tightening Screw 110.05 mm 81.[...]

37 English Specifications The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation. Projection syst em DLP ™ Resolution • P1173/X1171/X1173 /X1173A/X1173N/X11 73H: Native: SVGA (800 x 600) Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), 1080p (1920 x 1080), WUXGA (1920 x 1200) (supports re[...]

38 English Digital zoom 2 X Audio P1173/X1173A/X1173N/X1 173H/X1273/X1273N/ X1273H/X1373W/X1 373WH: 3W x 1 Weight Approximate 2.0 kg (4. 41 lbs.) Dimensions (W x D x H) 264 x 220 x 78.4 mm (10.4" x 8.7" x 3.1") Power supply Universal AC input 100 - 240 V, input frequency 50/60 Hz Power consumption (typi cal) 240 W Operating temperatu[...]

39 English * Design and specifications are subject to change with out notice. Standard package contents • AC power cord x 1 • VGA cable x 1 • Remote control x 1 • Battery x 2 (fo r the remo te control) • User's guide (CD-ROM) x 1 • Quick start guide x 1 • Security car d x 1 Accessory (optional) • Composite video cable x 1 • C[...]

40 English Compatibility Modes 1 VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode Resolut ion V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] VGA 640 x 480 60 31.47 72 37.86 75 37.50 85 43.27 120 61.91 SVGA 800 x 600 56 35.20 60 37.88 72 48.08 75 46.88 85 53.67 120 77.43 XGA 1024 x 768 60 48.36 70 56.48 75 60.02 85 68.68 120 98.96 SXGA 1152 x 864 70 63.85 75 67.50 85 77.10 1280 x 1[...]

41 English 2 HDMI - PC Signal WXGA 1280 x 768 60 47.78 1280 x 768 75 60.29 1280 x 768 85 68.63 1280 x 720 60 45.00 1280 x 800 60 49.70 1280 x 800 - RB 120 101.6 1440 x 900 60 55.94 1680 x 1050 60 65.29 1366 x 768 60 47.71 1920 x 1080-RB 60 66.60 1920 x 1080-EIA 60 67.50 1024 x 600 60 37.50 1920 x 1200-RB 59.95 74.04 Mode Resolution V.Frequency [H z[...]

42 English 3 HDMI - Vide o Signal SXGA+_60 1400 x 1050 59.978 65 .317 UXGA_60 1600 x 1200 60 75 Mac G4 640 x 480@60Hz 59.94 31.469 MAC13 640 x 480@67Hz 66.667 35 Mac G4 800 x 600@60Hz 60.317 37.879 Mac G4 1024 x 768@60Hz 60 .004 48.363 MAC19 1024 x 768@75Hz 75.02 60.241 MAC21 1152 x 870@75Hz 75.061 68 .681 WXGA_60 1280 x 768 59.87 47.776 WXGA_75 74[...]

43 English 4 MHL - Video Signal 5 YPbPr Signal 6 Video , S-Video Signal Mode Resolution V.Frequency [H z] H.Frequency [KHz] 480i 720 x 480 (1440 x 480) 60 15.73 480p 720 x 480 60 31.47 576i 720 x 576 (1440 x 576) 50 15.63 576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 720p 1280 x 720 60 45.00 720p 1280 x 720 50 37.50 1080i 1920 x 1080 60 33.7 5 1080i 1920 x 1080 50 28.1 [...]

44 English Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and fo und 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. This device generates, uses , and can radiate [...]

45 English English Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Confor mity for EU countries Acer hereby, declares that this projector series is in complianc e with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/[...]

46 English List of applicable countries This device must be used in strict accorda nce with the regulations and constrai nts in the country of use. For f urther information, p lease contact a local office i n the country of use. Please see ht tp://ec.euro pa.eu/enterp rise/rtte/im plem.htm f or the lates t country li st.[...]

47 English English Acer Incorporated 8F , 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi New T ai pei City 221, T ai wan Declaration of Conformity We , Acer Incorporated 8F , 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd ., Xizhi, New T aipei Ci ty 221, T aiwan Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail:ru_jan@acer .com.tw And, Acer Italy s.r .l V ia Lepetit, 40, 20 020 Lainate (MI) Italy[...]

48 English Acer America Corporation 333 W est San Carlos St., Suite 1500 San Jose, CA 95110 U. S. A. T el: 254-298-40 00 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 su bject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause [...]