Acer Projector P7270/P7270i/P7280/P7280i/ P7290 Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2009. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector P7270/P7270i/P7280/P7280i/P7290 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 7/2009 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
iii 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.
iv • • 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. Using electrical power • • • • • This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
v 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.
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, suggest to ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power. Do not turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector during operation.
vii Operating environment for using wireless function (Optional) Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your machine under the following conditions. These devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger.
viii Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider. Vehicles RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag systems.
ix Disposal instructions 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, Dispose Properly.
x First things 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 openings on the unit provided for ventilation. • Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit. • Use under the following conditions: • • • • In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.
First things first iii x Usage Notes x Precautions x Introduction Product Features 1 1 Package Overview 2 Projector Overview 3 Projector Outlook 3 Control Panel 4 Remote Control Layout 5 Getting Started 8 Connecting the Projector 8 Installing the dust filter of the projector 9 Connecting the Projector for Wireless Function 10 Turning the Projector On/Off 11 Turning on the Projector 11 Turning off the Projector 12 Adjusting the Projected Image 13 Adjusting the Height of Proj
Language setting Appendices 28 29 Troubleshooting 29 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 33 Cleaning and replacing the dust filters 34 Replacing the Lamp 35 Ceiling Mount Installation 36 Specifications 39 Compatibility modes 41 Regulations and safety notices 46
1 Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP® projector.
English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 1 6 2 3 4 7 8 5 6 # 1 2 9 Description # Description Control panel 6 Remote control receiver Zoom ring 7 Tilt adjusting wheel 3 Focus ring 8 Elevator button 4 Zoom lens 9 Elevator foot 5 Lens cap Rear side 20 21 22 23 24 6 # 7 8 Description 1 2 3 4 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 17 19 # Description 1 PC analog signal input connector (VGA IN 2) 13 Audio input connector (VGA IN 1/DVID/HDMI signal) 2 PC a
English 4 # 7 Description # Description Horn 19 Wired IR remote input connector 8 YPbPr/YCbCr input connector 20(*) Antenna 9 Monitor loop-through output connector (VGA-Out) 21(*) Lan (RJ45 Port for 10/100M Ethernet) 10 S-Video input connector 22(*) Audio output connector for wireless 11 Composite video input connector 23(*) Reset button Audio input connector (VGA IN 2/ 12 24(*) Power LED for wireless Component/S-video/Composite signal) Note: "*" Only for P7270i/P7280i series.
5 2 1 3 10 4 11 5 12 6 23 14 7 15 16 8 # Icon 1 2(#) Function Infrared transmitter Laser pointer 9 17 25 18 19 26 27 28 20 21 22 29 13 30 31 24 Description Sends signals to the projector. Aim the remote at the viewing screen. 3 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" sec 4 5 6 7 RESYNC FREEZE ASPECT RATIO ZOOM 8 MOUSE Left/ Right Click 9 VOLUME Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. To pause the screen image.
English 6 # Icon Function Description • 14 15 Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD) menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or MENU exit the OSD menu. • Confirm your selection of items. Four directional Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make select keys adjustments to your selection.
7 English Note: 1 2 (For P7270i/P7280i only)
Getting Started Connecting the Projector Wired Remote VGA, DVI R B G DVD player, Set-top Box, HDTV receiver 10 DVD player R B G English 8 D-Sub 10 D-Sub DVI-D HDMI 2 8 9 14 R B G 5 R B HDTV adapter G D-Sub D-Sub HDMI DVI-D 1 USB Y B 13 B 6 S-Video Output 3 11 W 12 R 7 Y Video Output RS232 4 USB RS232 # Description 1 Power cord 2 VGA cable 3 Composite video cable # Description 8 DVI cable 9 HDMI cable 10 3 RCA component cable 4 USB cable 11 RS232 cable 5 V
9 This projector support dust proof function. Follow these steps: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Take two dust filters from the accessory bag. Slide the dust filter in (Illustration #1) Insert a suitable coin into the top cover release button (Illustration #2) and rotate clockwise (Illustration #3). Open the top cover. (Illustration #4) Slide in another dust filter. (Illustration #5) Connect the power cord. Turn on the projector by pressing the power cord. Caution: 1 The dust proof is optional function depend on users.
English 10 Connecting the Projector for Wireless Function Internet 2 WLAN 4 Speaker 3 1 Power # Description 1 Power cord 2 Audio cable jack 3 Lan cable 4 Antenna Note: For P7270i/P7280i only
11 Turning on the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1) 2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power indicator LED will flash red. 3 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.(Illustration #2) 4 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically.
English 12 Turning off the Projector 1 To turn off the projector, press the "Power" button twice. The message below will display onscreen for 10 seconds. "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process." 2 Immediately after powering off, the Power indicator LED will flash RED rapidly and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 120 seconds. This is to ensure that the system cools correctly.
13 Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image. To raise the image: 1 Press the elevator foot release. (Illustration #1) 2 Raise the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #2), then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. 3 Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #3) to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1 Press the elevator foot release.
English 14 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 78" and 94". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 158 cm height is required when located at 3m distance. Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.
15 Top Screen size Top 1.2 31 64 x 48 52 38 76 x 57 63 1.5 39 79 x 60 65 47 96 x 72 79 2 52 106 x 79 87 63 127 x 96 105 2.5 65 132 x 99 109 78 159 x 119 131 3 78 159 x 119 131 94 191 x 143 158 3.5 91 185 x 139 153 110 223 x 167 184 4 104 212 x 159 175 125 255 x 191 210 4.
English 16 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. For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 1.6 m and 1.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
17 Distance (m) Top (cm) Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image 31 63 x 47 *** 1.2 52 40 81 x 61 1.3 1.5 67 50 102 x 76 1.6 1.9 84 60 122 x 91 1.9 2.3 101 70 142 x 107 2.2 2.7 117 80 163 x 122 2.6 3.1 134 90 183 x 137 2.9 3.5 151 100 203 x 152 3.2 3.8 168 120 244 x 183 3.8 4.6 201 150 305 x 229 4.8 5.8 251 180 366 x 274 5.7 6.9 302 200 406 x 305 6.4 7.7 335 250 508 x 381 8.0 9.
English 18 User Controls Installation menu The installation menu provides an onscreen display (OSD) for projector installation and maintenance. Use the OSD only when the message "No signal input" is displayed on the screen. The menu options include settings and adjustments for screen size and distance, focus, keystone correction and more . 1 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad.
19 Empowering Key Acer Empowering Key provides four 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. Acer eView Management Press " " to launch "Acer eView Management" submenu. "Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection. Please refer to Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.
English 20 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. • When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press submenu for feature setting. • Use the using the to enter keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by keys.
21 Display Mode Brightness Contrast English Color setting There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • • • • Bright: For brightness optimization. • • User 1: Memorize user’s settings. Standard: For common environment. Video: For playing video in a bright environment. Blackboard: Blackboard mode can improve displayed color when you project onto darker surfaces. User 2: Memorize user’s settings. Adjust the brightness of the image. • Press to darken image.
English 22 Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green. • Press to increase the amount of green in the image. • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer mode or DVI mode. Image setting H Keystone Press the or to adjust image distortion horizontal and makes a squarer image. V Keystone Press the or to adjust image distortion vertical and makes a squarer image.
23 When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. 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. Menu Location Choose the menu location on the display screen. H. Position (Horizontal position) • Press to move the image left. • Press to to move the image right. V.
English 24 Management setting ECO Mode Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp which will lower power consumption, extend the lamp life and reduce noise. Choose "Off" to return normal mode. High Altitude Choose "On" to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of the projector. Auto Shutdown The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal input after the allocated time.
25 Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours). Lamp Reminding Activate this function to display a reminder to change the lamp 30 hours before its expected end-of-life. Lamp Hour Reset Security Press the button and choose "Yes" to turn the lamp hour counter to 0 hours. Security This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage usage of the projector . Press to change the "Security" setting.
26 English Administrator Password The "Administrator Password" can be used in both the "Enter Administrator Password" and "Enter Password" dialog boxes. • • Press to change the "Administrator Password". The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234". If you forgot your administrator password, do the following to retrieve the administrator password: • An unique 6-digit "Universal Password" which is printed on the Security Card (please check accessory in the box).
27 English Timer setting Timer Start • Press to start or stop the timer. Timer Period • Press or Timer Volume • Select this function to adjust the notification volume when the timer function is enabled and time is up. Timer Display • Press or to adjust the timer period. to which timer mode to display on the screen. Timer Location • Choose the location of the timer on the screen. PIP setting PIP • • PIP Source Press Choose "On" to to see two screens at the same time.
English 28 Language setting Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the to select your preferred menu language. • Press to confirm the selection.
29 English 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 # 1 2 Problem No image appears onscreen Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image(For PC (Windows 95/98/ 2000/XP)) Solution • Connected as described in the "Getting Started" section. • Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or broken.
English 30 3 4 5 6 7 8 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) The screen of the notebook computer is not displaying your presentation Image is unstable or flickering Image has vertical flickering bar Image is out of focus Image is stretched when displaying a "widescreen" DVD title • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel. • For an incorrectly displayed image: • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer.
31 10 11 Image is too small or too large Image has slanted sides Image is reversed • • Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector. • Press "MENU" on the remote control or on the control panel. Go to "Image setting --> Aspect Ratio" and try different settings. • If possible, reposition the projector so that it is centered on the screen. • Press the "Keystone / / / " on the OSD or the remote control until the sides are vertical.
English 32 OSD Messages # 1 Condition Message Message Reminder 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. If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Please refer to "Cleaning and replacing the dust filter" for details. Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum lifetime.
33 English LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Lamp LED Temp LED Power LED Red Red Red Blue Standby (power cord plugged in) -- -- V -- Power button ON -- -- -- V Lamp retry -- -- -- Quick flashing Turning off (cooling state) -- -- Quick flashing -- Turning off (cooling completed) -- -- V -- Error (thermal failure) -- V -- V Error (fan lock failure) -- Quick flashing -- V Error (lamp breakdown) V -- -- V Error (color Wheel fail) Quick flashing -- --
English 34 Cleaning and replacing the dust filters Cleaning the dust filters Clean the dust filters after every 1000 hours of use. If they are note cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector. Dust Filter Follow these steps: 1 2 3 4 Turn the projector off. Wait for the Power LED to stop flashing then unplug the power cord. Turn the projector upside down.
35 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!" When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooling down for at least 30 minutes before changing the lamp. Warning: The lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down before changing the lamp.
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. 2 m 13 m m 0 m 1 .9 49mm 130 mm mm 8.4 English 36 Note: Screws are not included. Please obtain the appropriate screws for your type of ceiling. 2 Secure the ceiling rod using the appropriate type of four-cylinder screws.
37 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. Use two washers for extra support, if deemed necessary. 4 Attach the ceiling bracket to the ceiling rod.
5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. Tightening Screw Allen Key 30° 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 P7270/P7270i/ P7280/P7280i/ P7290 Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small 3 25 V V 145 mm 82.
39 The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications. Projection system DLP® Resolution P7270/P7270i/P7280/P7280i/P7290 Series: Native: XGA (1024 x 768), Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050) Computer compatibility IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+, WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+ Video compatibility NTSC (3.58/4.
English 40 I/O connectors • • • • • • • • • • • • Power socket x1 • • RS232 3-pin min dim jack x1 • 3.5 mm jack output x1 for wireless audio output • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • AC power cord x1 VGA input x2 Composite video x1 3 RCA Component video x 1 S-Video x1 VGA output x1 DVI-D x1: with HDCP support HDMI x1 3.5 mm audio jack input x2 3.5 mm audio jack output x1 SPDIF RCA jack output x1 3.
41 English Compatibility modes A. VGA Analog 1 VGA Analog - PC Signal Modes VGA SVGA XGA SXGA QuadVGA SXGA+ UXGA Power Mac G4 PowerBook G4 Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832x624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1152x864 1152x864 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280x960 1280x960 1400x1050 1600x1200 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 640x480 640x480 800x600 1024x768 V.
English 42 i Mac DV (G3) 2 1152x870 1280x960 1024x768 75 75 75 68.68 75.00 60.00 Resolution 1280x768 1280x768 1280x768 1280x720 1280x800 1440x900 1680x1050 V.Frequency [Hz] 60 75 85 60 60 60 60 H.Frequency [KHz] 47.8 60.3 68.6 44.772 49.643 59.9 65.290 Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 720x400 720x400 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 832x624 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1152x864 1152x864 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 V.
43 SXGA+ UXGA Power Mac G4 PowerBook G4 i Mac DV (G3) 2 1280x960 1280x960 1400x1050 1600x1200 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 640x480 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 1024x768 60 75 60 60 66.6(67) 60 60 75 75 60 66.6(67) 60 60 75 75 75 60.0 75.23 65.3 75.00 34.93 37.90 48.40 68.68 75.00 31.35 34.93 37.90 48.40 68.68 75.00 60.00 V.Frequency [Hz] 60 75 85 60 60 60 60 H.Frequency [KHz] 47.8 60.3 68.6 44.772 49.643 59.9 65.
English 44 3 DVI - Video Signal Modes Resolution For TWN/USA SKU 480i (NTSC) 720x480(1440x480) 480p (NTSC) 720x480 720p (NTSC) 1280x720 1080i (NTSC) 1920x1080 1080p (NTSC) 1920x1080 For EMEA SKU 576i (PAL) 720x576(1440x576) 576p (PAL) 720x576 720p (PAL) 1280x720 1080i (PAL) 1920x1080 1080p (PAL) 1920x1080 V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 59.94(29.97) 59.94 60 60(30) 60 15.734 31.469 44.955 33.716 67.432 50(25) 50 50 50 50 15.625 31.25 37.5 28.125 56.
45 1 HDMI - PC Signal and Extended Wide timing: Support above DVI digital timing format. 2 HDMI - Video Signal Modes Resolution For TWN/USA SKU 480i (NTSC) 720x480(1440x480) 480p (NTSC) 720x480 720p (NTSC) 1280x720 1080i (NTSC) 1920x1080 1080p (NTSC) 1920x1080 For EMEA SKU 576i (PAL) 720x576(1440x576) 576p (PAL) 720x576 720p (PAL) 1280x720 1080i (PAL) 1920x1080 1080p (PAL) 1920x1080 Horizontal scan rate: Vertical scan rate: V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 59.94(29.97) 59.94 60 60(30) 60 15.
English 46 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. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.
English 48 European Union (EU) R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard: • • • Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety • EN60950-1:2001 + A11:2004 • EN50371:2002 Article 3.1(b) EMC • EN301 489-1 V1.6.1 • EN301 489-3 V1.4.1 (Applicable to non-bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set) • EN301 489-17 V1.2.1 Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages • EN300 440-2 V1.1.2 (Applicable to non-bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set) • EN300 328 V1.7.1 • EN301 893 V1.4.
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.
Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3120 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.
