Acer Projector X111/X1140/X1140A/X1240/ X1340W/P1340W Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2012. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector X111/X1140/X1140A/X1240/X1340W/P1340W Series User's Guide Original Issue: 4/2012 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 frequently 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
Appendices Troubleshooting 31 31 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 35 Replacing the Lamp 36 Ceiling Mount Installation 37 Specifications 40 Compatibility Modes 42 Regulations and safety notices 46
1 Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP® projector, including the following outstanding features: • DLP® technology • X111/X1140/X1140A: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution Auto / 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported X1240: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution Auto / 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported X1340W/P1340W: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution Auto/ Full / 4:3 /16:9 / L.
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. Projector Power cord VGA cable Acer Projector Security Card Acer Projector Security card This CD contains • User’s manual • Quick Start Guide • Acrobat® Reader® www.acer.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 4 1 5 6 2 7 3 # Description # 5 Description 1 Control panel Zoom ring 2 Projection lens 6 Focus ring 3 Tilt adjusting wheel 7 Remote control receiver 4 Power key and Power indicator LED Rear side (X111/X1140) (X1140A/X1240/X1340W) 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 3 4 5 (P1340W) 4 8 # 9 9 1 5 7 3 2 10 Description # 6 Description 1 Mini USB connector Audio input connector Audio output connector 2 Monitor loop-th
English 4 Control Panel 1 7 2 3 4 8 9 5 6 10 3 # Function Description 1 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED 2 Power indicator LED Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/ Off" section. 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.
5 English Remote Control Layout ENTER BACK PgUp PgDn SD/USB A HDMI/DVI LAN/WiFi # Function USBB Description 1 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 2 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio. 3 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. 5 Keystone Four directional select keys Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees).
English 6 # Function Description 14 HIDE Press "HIDE" to hide screen image; press again to display the image. 15 SOURCE Chooses RGB, component video, S-Video, composite video, HDMI or HDTV source. 16 MENU Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits the OSD menu. 17 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or previous page. This function is only available when connected to a computer via a USB cable.
7 English Getting Started Connecting the Projector VGA USB 5 RS232 D-Sub Display DVD player, Set-top box, HDTV receiver Video/S-Video Output 2 Y W R R B G 9 5 6 10 D-Sub RS232 4 R B G 8 7 USB 1 3 2 D-Sub D-Sub Speakers Y HDTV adapter RS232 RS232 5 # 1 Description Power cord # 6 Description S-Video cable 2 VGA cable 7 RS232 cable 3 VGA to component video/HDTV adapter 8 USB cable 4 Composite video cable 9 3 RCA component cable 5 Audio cable 10 HDMI cable
English 8 Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector 1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will light red. 2 Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) on the control panel or remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. 3 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player, etc.).
9 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 unplug the power cord.
English 10 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image The projector is equipped with two elevator feet for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1 Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to raise the image to the desired height angle. 2 Use the rear Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1 Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to lower the image to the desired height angle.
11 Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. • X111/X1140/X1140A/X1240 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 • X1340W/P1340W 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 142 cm height is required when the projector is 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. • X111/X1140/X1140A/X1240 To obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance between 2.6 m and 2.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. 70" Desired image size Height: 112 cm From base to top of image 2.6 m 2.
English 14 • X1340W/P1340W To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 2.3 m and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. 70" Desired image size Height: 107 cm From base to top of image 2.3 m 2.5 m Desired Image Size Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) 30 65 x 40 40 50 Desired distance Distance (m) Top (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image < D > 1.1 46 86 x 54 1.3 1.4 61 108 x 67 1.6 1.8 76 60 129 x 81 1.9 2.
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" 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 four Acer unique functions: "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", "Acer ePower Management" and "Acer e3D Management". Press " " repeatly to cycle through these functions. 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 Press " " to launch "Acer ePower Management". "Acer ePower Management"provides you one shortcut to save the lamp and projector’s life. Please refer to the "Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus" section for more details. Acer e3D Management Press " " to launch "Acer e3D Management". "Acer e3D Management" provides you one shortcut to adjust 3D settings. Please refer to the "Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus" section for more details.
English 18 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 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 .
19 (X111/X1140) (X1140A/X1240/X1340W/P1340W) 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.
English 20 Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated colors. Saturation • Press image. to decrease the amount of color in the • Press image. to increase the amount of color in the Adjusts the color balance of red and green. Tint • Press image. to increase the amount of green in the • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Color Temperature Adjusts the color temperature.
21 English Image (X111/X1140) (X1140A/X1240/X1340W) Projection (X111/X1140) (P1340W) • 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. • Rear-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time.
English 22 • Projection Location (X1140A/X1240/ • X1340W/ • P1340W) Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image. Desktop Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceilingmounted projection. Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. Aspect Ratio • Auto: Keeps the image with original width-height ratio and maximizes the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels. • Full (X1340W/P1340W): The image will be displayed making full use of the horizontal and vertical pixels.
23 Tracking Synchronizes the signal timing of the display with the graphics card. If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to correct it. Adjusts the color range of the HDMI image data to prevent color display error. HDMI Color Range (P1340W) • Auto: Automatically adjusts the color range by information from the player. • Limited Range: Processes the input image as limited color range data. • Full Range: Processes the input image as full color range data.
English 24 Setting (X111/X1140) (X1140A/X1240/X1340W) Startup Screen (P1340W) (P1340W) Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, it will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use the memorized picture from the "Screen Capture" function.
25 Screen Capture (P1340W) Closed Caption • Change the "Startup Screen" from the default setting "Acer" to "User". • Press "Screen Capture" to customize the startup screen. • A dialog box appears to confirm the action. Choose "Yes" to use the current image as your customized startup screen. Choose "No" to cancel the screen capture and exist the onscreen display (OSD). • A message appears stating that the screen capture is in progress.
English 26 Security X111/X1140/ X1140A/X1240/ X1340W Security This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage the projector. Press 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". P1340W • Select "On" to enable the security function. You have to enter password depending on the "Security Mode".
27 • 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 28 • Instant Off: Enables you to turn off the projector immediately without fan cooling process by pressing the power button twice. • Instant Resume: Enables you to restart the projector immediately within 2 minutes after turning it off. Turn Off Mode 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).
29 (X111/X1140) (X1140A/X1240/X1340W/P1340W) Selects "On" to enable the 3D function supported by TI DLP 3D technology. • On Select this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad buffer (NVIDIA/ATI...) graphics card and HQFS format file or DVD with corresponding SW player. 3D • Off Turns off the 3D mode.
English 30 VGA 640 x 480@100Hz, 640 x 480@120Hz, 800 x 600@100Hz, 800 x 600@120Hz, 1024 x 768@100Hz, 1024 x 768@120Hz HDMI (for P1340W) Frame Packing (1080p@23.98/24Hz, 720p@50/60Hz) Side-by-Side Horizontal (1080i@50/ 60Hz) Top-and-Bottom (720p@50/60Hz, 1080p@23.97/24Hz) It needs correct settings on graphics card 3D application program for correct 3D display. The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media Player can support 3D format files.
31 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/ Win7/Vista)) Solution • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as described in the "Getting Started" section.
English 32 3 4 5 6 7 8 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) • 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.
33 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 control panel or remote control. Go to "Image" > "Aspect Ratio" and try different settings. • If possible, reposition the projector so that it is centered on the screen and below the bottom of the screen. • Press the Keystone correction keys on the control panel or remote control until the image becomes square.
English 34 OSD Messages # 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.
35 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 -- 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
English 36 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 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 45 minutes before changing the lamp.
37 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 mm 8.4 130 mm 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.
English 38 3 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.
39 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. English 5 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 X111/X1140/X1140A/ X1240/X1340W/P1340W 81.5 mm 110.
English 40 Specifications The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation.
41 • • • • • • Power socket x 1 USB x 1 (Type mini B) VGA input x 1 Composite video x 1 S-Video x 1 RS232 x 1 Below items are for X1140A/X1240/X1340W only. • • • • 3.5 mm audio jack input x 1 3.5 mm audio jack output x 1 VGA input x 2 VGA output x 1 Below item is for P1340W only. Standard package contents Accessory (optional) • HDMI V1.
English 42 Compatibility Modes 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 V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 60 31.47 72 37.86 75 37.50 85 43.27 120 61.91 56 35.20 60 37.88 72 48.08 75 46.88 85 53.67 120 77.42 60 48.36 70 56.48 75 60.02 85 68.67 120 98.96 70 63.85 75 67.50 85 77.10 60 63.98 72 76.97 75 79.98 85 91.15 1280 x 960 60 60.00 1280 x 960 75 75.
43 2 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 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 HDMI - PC Signal (For P1340W) V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] VGA_60 59.94 31.469 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 75 37.5 43.269 Mode VGA_75 Resolution 640 x 480 VGA_85 85.008 VGA_120 119.518 61.91 SVGA_56 56.
English 44 UXGA_60 1600 x 1200 60 75 Mac G4 MAC13 640 x 480@60Hz 59.94 31.469 640 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 59.87 47.776 74.893 60.289 84.837 68.633 WXGA_60 WXGA_75 1280 x 768 WXGA_85 3 WXGA_60 1280 x 720 60 45 WXGA_60 1280 x 800 59.81 49.702 WXGA_120 1280 x 800 119.909 101.563 WXGA+_60 1440 x 900 59.887 55.
45 5 720 x 576 720 x 576 1280 x 720 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 50.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 60.00 50.00 24.00 23.98 15.63 31.25 45.00 37.50 33.75 28.13 67.5 56.26 27.00 26.97 H.Frequency [KHz] 60 50 50 60 50 60 60 fsc (MHz) 3.58 4.43 4.25 or 4.41 3.58 3.58 4.43 4.43 Video, S-Video Signal Mode NTSC PAL SECAM PAL-M PAL-N PAL-60 NTSC4.43 V.Frequency [Hz] 15.73 15.63 15.63 15.73 15.63 15.73 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. 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 Radio device regulatory notice Note: The regulatory information below is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.
English 48 List of applicable countries 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.
Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail:ru_jan@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.
English 50 Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi New Taipei City 221, Taiwan 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 -.
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.
