Acer Projector X1110/X1110A/ X1210/X1210A/X1210K/ X1210S/X1213/X1216 Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2010. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector X1110/X1110A/X1210/X1210A/X1210K/X1210S/X1213/X1216 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 3/2010 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, please 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 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 after your ears have adjusted. Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.
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 openings on the projector 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 Thing First iii 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 Getting Started Connecting the Projector Turning the Projector On/Off 7 7 8 Turning On the Projector 8 Turning Off the Projector 9 Adjusting the Projected Image 10 Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image 10 How to Optimize Image Size and Distance 11 How to Get a Preferred Image Si
Troubleshooting 28 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 32 Replacing the Lamp 33 Ceiling Mount Installation 34 Specifications 37 Compatibility Modes 39 Regulations and safety notices 43
1 Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP® projector, including the following outstanding features: • DLP® technology • X1110/X1110A: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution X1210/X1210A/X1210K/X1210S/X1213/X1216: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported • Acer ColorBoost technology delivers vivid, life-like images • High brightness and contrast ratio • Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Picture, Game, Education, User) enable optimum perf
English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure you have them all. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 5 1 6 7 2 3 8 4 # Description # Description 1 Control panel 5 Power key and Power indicator LED 2 Projection lens 6 Zoom ring 3 Elevator button 7 Focus ring 4 Lens cap 8 Remote control receiver Rear side (X1110A/X1210/X1210A/X1213/X1216) 1 2 3 RS232 VGA OUT 4 5 (X1210K/X1210S) 6 1 2 3 VGA IN 1 RS232 S-VIDEO VIDEO VGA OUT VIDEO (X1110) # VIDEO 5 9 Description S-VIDEO VGA IN RS232 8 6 S-VIDE
English 4 Control Panel 1 7 LAMP 2 TEMP 3 8 4 9 5 10 6 3 # Function Description 1 LAMP 2 IR Remote control receiver 3 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. 5 MENU • Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits the OSD menu. • Confirms your selection of items.
5 (X1110A/X1210/X12101A/ X12101K/X1210S/X1213/ X1216) 1 2 3 4 5 6 English Remote Control Layout (X1110) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PgUp PgUp PgDn PgDn 7 # 8 Function 9 0 0 Description 1 POWER 2 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9). 3 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. When a USB cable is connected, it performs the same function as the left mouse button.
English 6 # Function 8 COMPONENT 9 S-VIDEO 10 HDMI™ Description To change source to Component video. This connection supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i/ 1080p) and YCbCr (480i/576i). To change source to S-Video. To change source to HDMI™(for the model with HDMITM connector). 11 Infrared transmitter Sends signals to the projector. 12 Empowering key Enables unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. 13 FREEZE To pause the screen image.
7 English Getting Started Connecting the Projector VGA 5 USB RS232 D-Sub Video/S-Video Output DVD player, Set-top box, HDTV receiver Display Y W R R B G RS232 2 D-Sub 8 7 4 R B G 2 Speakers 3 USB 1 5 6 9 D-Sub D-Sub HDTV adapter Y 5 AUDIO IN USB B VGA OUT RS232 VGA IN 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OUT VGA IN 2 # Description # 6 Description 1 Power cord S-Video cable 2 VGA cable 7 RS232 cable 3 VGA to component video/HDTV adapter 8 USB cable 4 Composite video cab
English 8 Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will light red. 3 Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) on the control panel or remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. 4 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player, etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically.
9 1 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. 2 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.
English 10 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: 1 Press the elevator button. 2 Raise the image to the desired height angle, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. 3 Use Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1 Press the elevator button.
11 Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. X1110/X1110A/X1210/X1210A/X1210K/X1213/X1216 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 figure, the space of 126 cm height is required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
English 12 X1210S If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 137" and 164". • Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 262 cm height is required when located at 3 m distance.
13 The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. X1110/X1110A/X1210/X1210A/X1210K/X1213/X1216 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. • 50" Desired image size Height: 80 cm From base to top of image 1.9 m 2.1 m Desired Image Size Desired distance Distance (m) Top (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image < D > 1.
English 14 X1210S To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance between 0.9 m and 1.1 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. • 50" Desired image size Height: 80 cm From base to top of image 0.9 m 1.1 m Desired Image Size Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) 30 61 x 46 40 50 Desired distance Distance (m) Top (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image < D > 0.7 48 81 x 61 0.7 0.9 64 102 x 76 0.9 1.1 80 60 122 x 91 1.1 1.
15 English 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. 1 Turn on the projector by pressing remote control. (POWER) on the control panel or 2 Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote control to launch the OSD for projector installation and maintenance.
English 16 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. Acer eView Management Press " " to launch "Acer eView Management". "Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection. Please refer to the "Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus" section for more details.
17 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 control. • When the OSD is displayed, use to select an item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press for feature setting. • Use to enter a submenu to select the desired item and adjust the settings by using .
English 18 Color There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Display Mode Wall Color • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher brightness. • Standard: For common environment. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Picture: For graphic picture. • Game: For game content. • Education: For education environment. • User: Memorize user’s settings.
19 Adjusts the color temperature. At higher color temperatures, the screen looks colder; at lower color temperatures, the screen looks warmer. Degamma Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma value, dark scenery will look brighter. Color R Adjusts the red color. Color G Adjusts the green color. Color B Adjusts the blue color. Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated colors. Saturation • Press image.
English 20 Image (X1110/X1110A/X1210/X1210A/ X1213/X1216) Projection (for X1110/ X1110A/X1210/ X1210A/X1213/ X1216) Projection Mode (for X1210K/ X1210S) Projection Location (for X1210K/ X1210S) (X1210K/X1210S) • Front-Desktop: The factory default setting. • Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. • Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so that you can project behind a translucent screen.
21 Aspect Ratio • Auto: Keeps the image with original width-height ratio and maximizes 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. • 16:9: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and displayed using a 16:9 ratio. Keystone (for X1110/ X1110A/X1210/ X1210A/X1213/ X1216) Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees).
22 English Selects "NVIDIA 3D Vision" or "DLP 3D" to enable the 3D function supported by NVIDIA or TI DLP 3D technology. NVIDIA 3D Vision (for X1110) Select this item while using NVIDIA 3D glasses, IR emitter, NVIDIA graphics card and NVIDIA compliant 3D games or 3D movies with corresponding SW player. Please visit NVIDIA URL (http://www.nvidia.com/object/3D_Vision_Requirements.html) to check detailed system configuration.
23 Setting (X1110A/X1210/X1210A/ X1210K/X1210S/X1213/X1216) (X1110) Menu Location Chooses the OSD menu location on the display screen. Source Lock When this function is turned off, the projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. When this function is turned on, it will lock the current source channel before you press "SOURCE" on the control panel or remote control for next channel.
24 English Security This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage the projector. Press Security to change the "Security" setting. If the security function is enabled, your must enter "Administrator Password" first before changing the security setting. The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234". • Select "On" to enable the security function. You have to enter password depending on the "Security Mode".
25 • Press to change "Administrator Password". The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234". If you forget your administrator password, do the following to retrieve the administrator password: • • Enter the unique 6-digit "Universal Password" which is printed on the Security Card that came with your projector. This unique password will be accepted by the projector no matter what the administrator password is.
English 26 High Altitude Choose "On" to turn on the High Altitude mode. When this function is turned on, the projector fans operate at full speed continuously to cool down the projector’s temperature. Auto Shutdown (Minutes) The projector will automatically shut down while there is no signal input detected after the setting time. Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
27 English Timer Timer Location Sets the location of the timer on the screen. Timer Start (or Stop) Press Timer Period (Minutes) Press Timer Volume Select this function to adjust the notification volume when the timer function is enabled and time is up. Timer Display Press to start or stop the timer. to adjust the timer period. to choose a timer display mode. Language Language Sets a language for the OSD menus. Use select your preferred language. • Press to confirm the selection.
English 28 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 • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as described in the "Getting Started" section.
29 4 5 6 7 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 • Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or remote control. • For an incorrectly displayed image: • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer. • Press the toggle output settings.
English 30 8 9 10 11 Image is stretched when displaying a "widescreen" DVD title Image is too small or too large Image has slanted sides Image is reversed When you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic or 16:9 aspect ratio you may need to adjust the following settings: • If you play a 4:3 format DVD title, please change the format to 4:3 with the projector OSD. • If the image is still stretched, you will also need to adjust the aspect ratio.
31 # 1 Condition Message Message Reminder 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. If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
English 32 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 -- Quick flashing -- -- Turning off (Cooling state) Quick flashing -- -- -- Turning off (Cooling completed) V -- -- -- Error (Thermal failure) -- V -- V Error (Fan lock failure) -- V -- Quick flashing Error (Lamp breakdown) -- V V -- Error (Color wheel failure) -- V Quick flas
33 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!" When you see this message, change the lamp as soon as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooled down for at least 30 minutes 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. m m m 13 m 20 1 .9 49mm 130 mm mm 8.4 English 34 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 cylinder screws.
35 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Large Washer Smaller 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 Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small 3 25 V V 137 mm 23 mm 116.
37 The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation.
English 38 Audio Weight • • X1110: N/A • X1110/X1110A/X1210/X1210A/X1210K/X1213/ X1216: Approximate 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs.) • X1210S: Approximate 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs.) X1110A/X1210/X1210A/X1210K/X1210S/X1213/ X1216: 2 W x 1 Dimensions (W x D x H) 280 x 230 x 84 mm (11.0" x 9.1" x 3.
39 1 VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode VGA SVGA XGA Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 SXGA 1280 x 1024 QuadVGA 1280 x 960 V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 60 31.47 72 37.86 75 37.50 85 43.27 119.51 61.60 56 35.20 60 37.88 72 48.08 75 46.88 85 53.67 119.85 77.20 60 48.36 70 56.48 75 60.02 85 68.67 119.804 98.80 70 63.80 75 67.50 85 77.10 60 63.98 72 77.90 75 79.98 85 91.15 60 60.00 1280 x 960 75 75.00 SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 60 65.
English 40 WXGA 2 1280 x 768 60 47.78 1280 x 768 75 60.29 1280 x 768 85 68.63 1280 x 720 60 44.80 1280 x 800 60 49.60 1440 x 900 60 55.90 1680 x 1050 60 65.30 1366 x 768 60 47.71 1920 x 1080-RB 60 66.60 1920 x 1080-EIA 60 66.60 1024 x 600 60 37.30 Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 640 x 480 60 31.47 640 x 480 72 37.86 640 x 480 75 37.50 640 x 480 85 43.27 640 x 480 119.51 61.61 800 x 600 56 35.20 800 x 600 60 37.88 800 x 600 72 48.
41 i Mac DV(G3) WXGA 3 31.50 640 x 480 66.6 (67) 35.00 800 x 600 60 37.88 1024 x 768 60 48.36 1152 x 870 75 68.68 1280 x 960 75 75.20 1024 x 768 75 60.30 1280 x 768 60 47.78 1280 x 768 75 60.29 1280 x 768 85 68.63 1280 x 720 60 44.80 1280 x 800 60 49.60 1440 x 900 60 55.90 1680 x 1050 60 65.30 1366 x 768 60 47.71 1920 x 1080-RB 60 66.60 1920 x 1080-EIA 60 66.60 1024 x 600 60 37.
42 English 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080p 1080p 1080p 1080p 5 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 24.00 23.98 45.00 37.50 33.75 28.13 67.5 56.26 27.00 26.97 Video, S-Video Signal Mode V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] fsc (MHz) NTSC 15.73 60 3.58 PAL 15.63 50 4.43 SECAM 15.63 50 4.25 or 4.41 PAL-M 15.73 60 3.58 PAL-N 15.63 50 3.58 PAL-60 15.73 60 4.43 NTSC4.43 15.73 60 4.
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.
English 44 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 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.
This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact a local office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for the latest country list.
English 46 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, e-mail:easy_lai@acer.com.
The standards listed below are applied to the product if built with WLAN module or wireless keyboard and mouse. R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard: • Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety -. EN60950-1 -. EN62311 • Article 3.1(b) EMC -. 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. Easy Lai /Manager Regulation Center, Acer Inc.
English 48 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.
