Acer Projector P1100 User Manual

Acer Projector  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206/  
P1303W Series  
User's Guide  
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Information for your safety and  
comfort  
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.  
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.  
Turning the product off before cleaning  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid  
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
Caution for plug as disconnecting device  
Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to  
the external power supply unit:  
Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC  
power outlet.  
Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the  
projector.  
If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the  
system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.  
Caution for Accessibility  
Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible  
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to  
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the  
electrical outlet.  
Warnings!  
Do not use this product near water.  
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product  
falls, it could be seriously damaged.  
Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable  
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These  
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be  
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.  
This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or  
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.  
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as  
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could  
result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into  
the product.  
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To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage,  
do not place the product on a vibrating surface.  
Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment  
which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor  
devices, lamp.  
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.  
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this  
product where people will walk on the cord.  
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total  
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not  
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total  
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse  
rating.  
Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too  
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch  
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of  
the power strip's input rating.  
This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.  
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet  
is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert  
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for  
details.  
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is  
not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.  
Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected  
noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with  
the performance of this product.  
Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need  
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets  
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE  
approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length.  
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Product servicing  
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers  
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to  
qualified service personnel.  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service  
personnel when:  
the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed  
liquid was spilled into the product  
the product was exposed to rain or water  
the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged  
the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need  
for service  
the product does not operate normally after following the operating  
instructions  
Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating  
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in  
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to  
restore the product to normal condition.  
Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding  
or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options.  
Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of  
the reach of small children.  
Additional safety information  
Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright may  
hurt your eyes.  
Turn on the projector first and then signal sources  
Do not place the product in following environments:  
Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls  
and free flow of air around the projector is necessary.  
Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as inside of a  
car with all windows rolled up.  
Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate  
optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image.  
Locations near fire alarms.  
Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 ºC/104 ºF.  
Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet.  
Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector. Do  
not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your projector. It  
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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. It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or other  
trouble. The best way is to wait for the fan to turn off before turning main  
power off.  
Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot.  
Clean the air filter frequently if have. The temperature inside may rise and  
cause damage when the filter/ventilation slots clogged with dirt or dust.  
Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may  
hurt your eyes.  
Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector is  
on.  
Do not block the projector lens with any object when the projector is  
under operation as this could cause the object to become heated and  
deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press HIDE  
on the projector or remote controller.  
The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to  
cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for  
replacement.  
Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break  
on rare occasions.  
Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the  
projector is unplugged.  
The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change  
the lamp when is showing warning message.  
When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all  
changing instructions.  
Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display  
"Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.  
Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high  
voltages inside which may hurt you. The only user serviceable part is the  
lamp which has its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to suitable  
qualified professional service personnel.  
Do not stand the projector on end vertically. It may cause the projector to  
fall over, causing injury or damage.  
This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount  
installation. Only use acer ceiling mount kit for mounting the projector  
and ensure it is securely installed.  
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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. 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.”  
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of  
according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the  
information, check www.lamprecycle.org  
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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 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.  
In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.  
Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.  
Place In direct sunlight.  
Precautions  
Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this  
user's guide to maximize the life of your unit.  
Warning:  
Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt  
your eyes.  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or  
moisture.  
Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock.  
When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing  
instructions.  
This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp  
when it shows warning messages.  
Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management"  
menu after replacing the lamp module.  
When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling  
cycle before disconnecting power.  
Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.  
Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.  
When the lamp reaches the end of its life, it will burn out and may make a loud  
popping sound. If this happens, the projector will not turn back on until the lamp  
module has been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow the procedures listed under  
"Replacing the Lamp".  
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First thing first  
Usage notes  
Precautions  
Introduction  
1
Package Overview  
Projector Overview  
Projector Outlook  
3
Getting Started  
Connecting the Projector  
8
9
Turning the Projector On/Off  
Turning on the Projector  
9
Turning off the Projector  
10  
11  
Adjusting the Projected Image  
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting  
distance and zoom  
User Controls  
23  
24  
27  
27  
30  
30  
31  
Installation menu  
Acer Empowering Technology  
Color  
Image  
Management  
Setting  
Audio  
Timer  
Language  
Appendices  
32  
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Troubleshooting  
32  
37  
38  
39  
42  
44  
LED & Alarm Definition Listing  
Replacing the Lamp  
Ceiling Mount Installation  
Specifications  
Compatibility modes  
Regulations and safety notices  
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Introduction  
Product Features  
This product is a single-chip DLP® projector. Outstanding features include:  
DLP® technology  
P1100: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution  
P1200/P1203/P1206 series : Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution  
P1303W: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution  
4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported (P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206)  
Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box aspect ratio supported (P1303W)  
Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature’s true colors for vivid, life-like  
images  
High brightness and contrast ratio  
Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Education,  
User) enable optimum performance in any situation  
NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported  
Top-loading lamp design allows easy lamp replacement  
Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life  
Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management  
approach and physical efficiency improvement.  
Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer  
eView, eTimer, ePower, eOpening Management) for easy adjustment of  
settings  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206/P1303W series:  
Equipped with HDMI™ connections supporting HDCP  
Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations  
Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus  
Full-function remote control  
Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.1x  
2x digital zoom and pan function  
Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP, Vista®, Windows 7, Macintosh® OS  
compliant  
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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.  
Projector with lens cap  
Power cord  
VGA cable  
Compostive video cable  
2 x Batteries  
Carrying case  
PgUp  
PgDn  
Security card  
User's Guide  
Remote control  
Acer Projector  
Quick Start Guide  
Quick start guide  
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Projector Overview  
Projector Outlook  
Front / upper side  
1
6
7
8
9
2
3
10  
4
5
#
Description  
#
Description  
1
Control panel  
6
Zoom lever  
2
3
4
5
Ventilation (inlet)  
Ventilation (outlet)  
Elevator button  
Elevator foot  
7
8
9
Remote control receiver  
Focus ring  
Zoom lens  
10 Lens cap  
Rear side  
P1100/P1200/  
P1203/P1206/  
P1303W  
3
9
11*  
2
4
5
6
7
8
1
12*  
13*  
10  
P1203/P1303W/  
P1206  
P1100/P1200  
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Description  
#
Description  
1
2
3
4
Power socket  
8
Audio input connector  
USB connector  
9
RS232 connector  
KensingtonTM lock port  
HDMI connector  
10  
Monitor loop-through output connector Below items are for P1203/P1206/P1303W  
(VGA-Out)  
only:  
*
5
6
7
PC analog signal/HDTV/component video 11 12V DC output connector  
input connector (VGA IN/VGA IN 1)  
*
Composite video input connector  
PC analog signal/HDTV/component  
video input connector (VGA IN 2)  
12  
*
S-Video input connector  
Audio output connector  
13  
Control Panel  
1
6
7
2
3
8
4
5
9
2
#
Icon  
Function  
Description  
1
LAMP  
Lamp Indicator LED  
2
Keystone  
Adjusts the image to compensate for  
distortion caused by tilting the projector (±  
40 degrees).  
3
4
RESYNC  
MENU  
Automatically synchronizes the projector  
to the input source.  
Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen  
display (OSD) menu, back to the  
previous step for the OSD menu  
operation or exit the OSD menu.  
Confirm your selection of items.  
5
6
POWER  
TEMP  
See the contents in "Turning the Projector  
On/Off" section.  
Temp Indicator LED  
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#
Icon  
Function  
Description  
7
Four directional select  
keys  
Use  
to select items or make  
adjustments to your selection.  
8
9
SOURCE  
Changes the active source.  
Empowering key  
Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView,  
eTimer, ePower Management.  
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Remote Control Layout  
1
3
4
5
6
2
7
8
9
11  
10  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
19  
20  
23  
17  
18  
21  
22  
25  
24  
26  
27  
#
Icon  
Function  
Description  
1
Infrared  
transmitter  
Sends signals to the projector.  
2
3
4
Laser pointer Aim the remote at the viewing screen.  
FREEZE  
HIDE  
To pause the screen image.  
Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the  
image, press again to display the image.  
5
6
7
RESYNC  
SOURCE  
POWER  
Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.  
Changes the active source.  
Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.  
8
9
ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9).  
ZOOM  
Zooms the projector display in or out.  
10  
Laser button  
Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this  
button to activate the laser pointer.  
This function is not supported in Japanese market.  
11  
12  
Empowering  
key  
Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer, ePower  
Management.  
KEYSTONE  
Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by  
tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).  
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#
Icon  
Function  
Description  
12  
Four  
directional  
select keys  
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make  
adjustments to your selection.  
13  
14  
MENU  
Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD)  
menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu  
operation or exit the OSD menu.  
Confirm your selection of items.  
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.  
15  
16  
17  
RGB  
Press "RGB" for true-color optimization.  
BRIGHTNESS  
CONTRAST  
Press "BRIGHTNESS" to adjust the brightness of the image.  
Use the "CONTRAST" option to control the difference  
between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture.  
18  
19  
COLOR  
VGA  
Press "COLOR" to adjust the color temperature of image.  
Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This  
connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/  
1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
COMPONENT No function.  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
DVI  
To change source to S-Video.  
To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.  
No function.  
HDMI™  
To change source to HDMI™. (for the model if with HDMI™  
connector)  
25  
MUTE  
To turn on/off the volume.  
26  
27  
WIRELESS  
KeyPad 0~9  
No function.  
Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security settings".  
Note:  
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Getting Started  
Connecting the Projector  
DVD player,  
Set-up Box,  
HDTV receiver  
VGA  
Video Output  
Monitor  
R B G  
7
S-Video Output  
4
6
8
DVD player  
VGA  
R B G  
3
9
USB  
5
RS232  
2
10  
HDTV adapter  
D-Sub  
RS232  
HDMI  
D-Sub  
Y
12  
1
W
11  
R
Audio Output  
Screen  
#
Description  
#
Description  
1
Power cord  
USB cable  
7
8
9
Composite video cable  
S-Video cable  
2
3
4
5
6
HDMI cable  
VGA cable  
Audio cable jack/jack  
10 RS232 cable  
VGA to component/HDTV adapter  
3 RCA component cable  
11 Audio cable jack/RCA  
12 12V DC cable  
Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,  
please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible  
with the projector.  
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Turning the Projector On/Off  
Turning on the Projector  
1
2
Remove the lens cap. (Illustration #1)  
Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The  
Power indicator LED will flash red.  
3
4
Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel,  
and the Power indicator LED will turn blue. (Illustration #2)  
Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The  
projector will detect your source automatically.  
If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the  
projector is locked onto a specific source type and there is no such  
type of input signal detected.  
If the screen displays "No Signal", please make sure the signal cables  
are securely connected.  
If you connect to multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source"  
button on either control panel or the remote control or direct source  
key on the remote control to switch between inputs.  
2
Power button  
1
Lens cap  
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Turning the projector off  
1
2
3
To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears:  
"Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown process."  
Press the power button again.  
The LED power indicator will turn RED and blink rapidly after the projector  
is turned off, and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 2 minutes to  
ensure that the system cools properly.  
As long as the power cord remains plugged in, you can press the power  
button to turn the projector immediately back on anytime during the 2-  
minute shutdown process.  
4
5
Once the system has finished cooling, the LED power indicator will stop  
blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode.  
It is now safe to unplug the power cord.  
Warning indicators:  
"Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon."  
This onscreen message indicates that the projector has overheated.  
The lamp with automatically turn off, the projector will automatically  
shut down, and the LED temp indicator will turn solid red. Contact  
your local dealer or service center.  
"Fan failed. Lamp will automatically turn off soon."  
This onscreen message indicates that the fan has failed. The lamp will  
automatically turn off, the projector will automatically shut down,  
and the LED temp indicator will blink. Contact your local dealer or  
service center.  
Note: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down and the  
LED lamp indicator turns solid red, contact your local reseller or  
service center.  
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Adjusting the Projected Image  
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image  
The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.  
To raise the image:  
1
2
Press the elevator foot release. (Illustration #1)  
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
2
Press the elevator foot release. (Illustration #1)  
Lower 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.  
1
Elevator foot  
release button  
3
2
Elevator foot  
Tilt adjusting wheel  
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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.  
¥
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the  
screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 69" and 76".  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series  
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 133 cm height is  
required when located at 3m distance.  
Max screen size  
Min screen size  
76"  
B
69"  
9"  
Height: 133cm  
Form base to  
top of image  
Height:  
120cm  
C
A
3m  
Desired Distance  
Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.  
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P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series  
Screen size  
(Min zoom)  
Screen size  
(Max zoom)  
Top  
Top  
Desired  
Distance  
(m)  
From base  
to top of  
image (cm)  
<C>  
From base to  
top of image  
(cm)  
Diagonal  
(inch) W (cm) x H (cm)  
<B>  
Diagonal  
(inch) W (cm) x H (cm)  
<B>  
<A>  
<C>  
1.5  
2
34  
46  
70 x 52  
60  
38  
50  
77 x 58  
66  
93 x 70  
80  
103 x 77  
88  
2.5  
3
57  
116 x 87  
100  
120  
140  
160  
181  
201  
241  
281  
321  
361  
401  
441  
481  
63  
128 x 96  
111  
133  
155  
177  
199  
221  
265  
310  
354  
398  
442  
487  
531  
69  
140 x 105  
163 x 122  
186 x 140  
209 x 157  
233 x 174  
279 x 209  
326 x 244  
372 x 279  
419 x 314  
465 x 349  
512 x 384  
558 x 419  
76  
154 x 115  
179 x 135  
205 x 154  
231 x 173  
256 x 192  
308 x 231  
359 x 269  
410 x 308  
462 x 346  
513 x 385  
564 x 423  
615 x 462  
3.5  
4
80  
88  
92  
101  
114  
126  
151  
177  
202  
227  
252  
278  
303  
4.5  
5
103  
114  
137  
160  
183  
206  
229  
252  
275  
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
Zoom Ratio: 1.1x  
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P1303W series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image  
quality is possible for image sizes between 82" and 90".  
P1303W series  
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 135 cm height is  
required when located at 3m distance.  
Max screen size  
Min screen size  
90"  
B
82"  
Height: 135cm  
Form base to  
top of image  
Height  
:
124cm  
C
A
3m  
Desired Distance  
Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.  
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P1303W series  
Screen size  
(Min zoom)  
Screen size  
(Max zoom)  
Top  
Top  
Desired  
Distance  
(m)  
From base  
to top of  
image (cm)  
<C>  
From base to  
top of image  
(cm)  
Diagonal  
(inch) W (cm) x H (cm)  
<B>  
Diagonal  
(inch) W (cm) x H (cm)  
<B>  
<A>  
<C>  
1.5  
2
41  
55  
88 x 55  
62  
45  
60  
97 x 60  
68  
118 x 74  
82  
129 x 81  
90  
2.5  
3
68  
147 x 92  
103  
124  
144  
165  
185  
206  
247  
288  
329  
371  
412  
75  
161 x 101  
194 x 121  
226 x 141  
258 x 161  
290 x 181  
323 x 202  
387 x 242  
452 x 282  
516 x 323  
581 x 363  
645 x 403  
113  
135  
158  
181  
203  
226  
271  
316  
361  
406  
452  
82  
176 x 110  
206 x 129  
235 x 147  
265 x 165  
294 x 184  
353 x 221  
412 x 257  
471 x 294  
529 x 331  
588 x 368  
90  
3.5  
4
96  
105  
120  
135  
150  
180  
210  
240  
270  
300  
109  
123  
137  
164  
191  
218  
246  
273  
4.5  
5
6
7
8
9
10  
Zoom Ratio: 1.1x  
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How to get a preferred image size by adjusting  
distance and zoom  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series  
A
50"  
Desired  
image size  
D
Height  
Form base to  
top of image  
2 m  
B
2.2 m  
Desired Distance  
C
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 2 m and 2.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom  
level accordingly.  
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P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series  
Desired Image Size  
Distance (m)  
Top (cm)  
From base to top of  
Diagonal (inch)  
<A>  
Max zoom Min zoom  
W (cm) x H (cm)  
image  
<D>  
<B>  
1.2  
1.6  
2.0  
2.4  
2.8  
3.2  
3.6  
4.0  
4.8  
5.9  
7.1  
7.9  
9.9  
11.9  
<C>  
1.3  
1.7  
2.2  
2.6  
3.1  
3.5  
3.9  
4.4  
5.2  
6.6  
7.9  
8.7  
10.9  
30  
61 x 46  
81 x 61  
53  
40  
70  
50  
102 x 76  
122 x 91  
142 x 107  
163 x 122  
183 x 137  
203 x 152  
244 x 183  
305 x 229  
366 x 274  
406 x 305  
508 x 381  
610 x 457  
88  
60  
105  
123  
140  
158  
175  
210  
263  
315  
351  
438  
526  
70  
80  
90  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
Zoom Ratio: 1.1x  
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P1303W series  
A
50"  
Desired  
image size  
D
Height  
Form base to  
top of image  
1.7m  
B
1.8m  
Desired Distance  
C
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 1.7 m and 1.8 m from the screen and adjust the zoom  
level accordingly.  
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P1303W series  
Desired Image Size  
Distance (m)  
Top (cm)  
From base to top of  
Diagonal (inch)  
<A>  
Max zoom  
Min zoom  
<C>  
W (cm) x H (cm)  
image  
<D>  
<B>  
1.0  
1.3  
1.7  
2.0  
2.3  
2.7  
3.0  
3.3  
4.0  
5.0  
6.0  
6.7  
8.3  
10.0  
30  
65 x 40  
86 x 54  
1.1  
1.5  
1.8  
2.2  
2.6  
2.9  
3.3  
3.7  
4.4  
5.5  
6.6  
7.3  
9.2  
45  
60  
40  
50  
108 x 67  
129 x 81  
151 x 94  
172 x 108  
194 x 121  
215 x 135  
258 x 162  
323 x 202  
388 x 242  
431 x 269  
538 x 337  
646 x 404  
76  
60  
91  
70  
106  
121  
136  
151  
181  
226  
271  
302  
377  
452  
80  
90  
100  
120  
150  
180  
200  
250  
300  
Zoom Ratio: 1.1x  
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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
2
Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad.  
Press the menu button on the control pad to launch the OSD for projector  
installation and maintenance.  
3
4
The background pattern acts as a guide to adjusting the calibration and  
alignment settings, such as screen size and distance, focus and more .  
The Installation menu includes the following options:  
• Projection method  
• Menu location  
• Keystone settings  
• Language settings  
• Reset to factory default function  
Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, the left and right  
arrow keys to adjust selected option settings, and the right arrow key to  
enter a submenu for feature setting. The new settings will be saved  
automatically upon exiting the menu.  
5
Push the menu button anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer  
welcome screen.  
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Acer Empowering Technology  
Acer Empowering Key provides four  
Empowering Key  
Acer unique functions, they are "Acer  
eView Management", "Acer eTimer  
Management" and "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.  
Acer eTimer Management  
Press " " to launch "Acer eTimer  
Management" submenu.  
"Acer eTimer Management" provides  
the reminding function for  
presentation time control. Please refer  
to Onscreen Display Menus section for  
more detail.  
Acer eOpening Management  
Acer ePower Management  
Press " " to launch "Acer eOpening  
Management".  
"Acer eOpening Management" allows  
user to change the Startup screen to  
their personalized image. Please refer  
to Onscreen Display section for more  
detail.  
Press " " to launch "Acer ePower  
Management".  
"Acer ePower Management" provides  
user one shortcut to save lamp and  
projector life. Please refer to Onscreen  
Display section for more detail.  
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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.  
to enter  
Use the  
keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by  
keys.  
using the  
Select the next item to be adjusted in the submenu and adjust as described  
above.  
Press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel, the screen will  
return to the main menu.  
To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel again.  
The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new  
settings.  
Main menu  
Setting  
Sub menu  
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Color  
There are many factory presets optimized for various types of  
images.  
Display Mode  
Bright: For brightness optimization.  
Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher  
brightness.  
Standard: For common environment.  
Video: For playing video in a bright environment.  
Education: For education environment.  
User: Memorize user’s settings.  
Use this function to choose a proper color according to the wall.  
Wall color  
Brightness  
There are several choices, including white, light yellow, light blue,  
pink, dark green. It will compensate the color deviation due to the  
wall color to show the correct image tone.  
Adjust the brightness of the image.  
Press  
Press  
to darken image.  
to lighten the image.  
"Contrast" controls the difference between the lightest and  
darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the  
amount of black and white in the image.  
Contrast  
Press  
Press  
to decrease the contrast.  
to increase the contrast.  
Adjust the color temperature. At higher color temperatures, the  
screen looks colder; at lower color temperatures, the screen looks  
warmer.  
Color  
Temperature  
Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma  
value, dark scenery will look brighter.  
Degamma  
Adjusts the red color.  
Adjusts the green color.  
Adjusts the blue color.  
Color R  
Color G  
Color B  
Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated  
color.  
Saturation  
Press  
Press  
to decrease the amount of color in the image.  
to increase the amount of color in the image.  
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Adjusts the color balance of red and green.  
Tint  
Press  
Press  
to increase the amount of green in the image.  
to increase the amount of red in the image.  
Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer  
mode or DVI mode.  
Image  
Projection mode  
Front: The factory default setting.  
Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from behind a  
translucent screen.  
Projection Location  
Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image.  
Desktop  
Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted  
projection.  
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Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.  
Aspect Ratio  
Auto: Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi  
mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.  
Full: Resize image to fit full screen by width (1280 pixels) and  
height (800 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 width of the screen and  
the height adjusted to display the image using a 16:9 ratio.  
L.Box: Keep original signal aspect ratio and zoom in by 1.333  
times.  
Auto Keystone  
Automatically adjusts vertical image.  
Manual Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees)  
<Note> The Manual Keystone funcion is unavailable under Auto  
Keystone setting to "On".  
H. Position  
(Horizontal  
position)  
Press  
Press  
to move the image left.  
to to move the image right.  
V. Position  
(Vertical position)  
Press  
Press  
to move the image down.  
to move the image up.  
Frequency  
"Frequency" changes the projector's refresh rate to match the  
frequency of your computer’s graphics card. If you can see a vertical  
flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to make the  
necessary adjustments.  
Tracking  
Synchronizes the signal timing of the projector with the graphics card.  
If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to  
correct it.  
Sharpeness  
Adjusts the sharpness of the image.  
Press  
Press  
to decrease the sharpness.  
to increase the sharpness.  
3D  
Choose "On" to enable DLP 3D function.  
On: Choose this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad buffer  
(NVIDIA/ATI…) graphic card and HQFS format file or DVD with  
corresponding SW player.  
Off: Turn off 3D mode.  
3D Sync L/R  
If you see a discrete or overlapping image while wearing DLP 3D  
glasses, you may need to execute "Invert" to get best match of left/  
right image sequence to get the correct image (for DLP 3D).  
Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions  
are not supported under HDMI or Video mode.  
Note: "Sharpness" functions is not supported under HDMI and Computer  
mode.  
Note: 3D function is supported by VGA source only. Please see timing table  
for detail 3D timings.  
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correct 3D display.  
Note: The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media  
Player can support 3D format files. You can download these three players  
on web page below,  
- NVIDIA Stereoscopic 3D Video Player:  
- DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial):  
Note: "3D Sync L/R" is only available when DLP 3D is enabled.  
Note: There has reminder screen if 3D still enable when power on projector.  
Please adjust setting depended on your purpose.  
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Management  
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  
Auto Shutdown  
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.  
The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal  
input after the allocated time. (in minutes)  
Lamp Hour Elapse  
Lamp Reminding  
Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).  
Activate this function to display a reminder to change the lamp 30  
hours before its expected end-of-life.  
Lamp Hour Reset  
Press the  
button and choose "Yes" to turn the lamp hour  
counter to 0 hours.  
Setting  
Menu Location  
Source Lock  
Choose the menu location on the display screen.  
When source lock is turned "off", the projector will search for  
other signals if the current input signal is lost. When source lock is  
turned "on", it will "lock" the current source channel unless you  
press "Source" button on the remote control for the next channel.  
Startup Screen  
Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you  
change the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the  
OSD menu.  
Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector.  
User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function.  
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Screen Capture  
Use this function to customize the startup screen. To capture the  
image that you want to use as the startup screen, follow the  
instructions below.  
Notice:  
Before proceeding with the following steps, make sure that the  
"Keystone" is set to the default value 0 and the aspect ratio is set  
to 4:3. For details, refer to the "Image" section.  
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. The  
capture range is the red rectangular area. Choose "No" to  
cancel the screen capture and exit the onscreen display (OSD).  
A message appears, stating that the screen capture is in  
progress.  
When the screen capture is finished, the message disappears  
and the original display is shown.  
The customized startup screen, as shown below, takes effect  
when there is a new input signal or when you restart the  
projector.  
Closed Caption  
Selects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3,  
CC4, (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area).  
Select "Off" to turn off the captioning feature. This function is only  
available when a composite video or S-Video input signal is  
selected and its system format is NTSC.  
<Note> Set your screen aspect ratio to 4:3. This function is not  
available when the aspect ratio is "16:9" or "Auto".  
Security  
Security  
This projector provides a useful security function for the  
administrator to manage usage of the projector .  
Press  
to change the "Security" setting. If the security function is  
enabled, your must enter the "Administrator Password" first  
before changing the security settings.  
Select "On" to enable the security function. The user has to  
enter a password to operate the projector. Please refer to the  
"User Password" section for details.  
If "Off" is selected, then the user can turn on the projector  
without password.  
Timeout(Min.)  
Once "Security" is activated to "On", the administrator can set  
timeout function.  
Press  
or  
to select the timeout interval.  
The range is from 10 minute to 990 minutes.  
When the time is up, the projector will prompt the user to  
enter the password again.  
The factory default setting of "Timeout(Min.)" is "Off".  
Once the security function is enabled, the projector will  
request user to enter password when switch on the projector .  
Both "User Password" and "Administrator Password" can be  
accepted for this dialogue.  
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Note: This screen capture function is limited by 4:3 aspect ratio only.  
Note: For XGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest  
end-user set PC resolution to 1024 x 768 before you use this function.  
Note: For SVGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest  
end-user set PC resolution to 800 x 600 before you use this function.  
Note: For WXGA models, to get best quality for you desired image,  
suggest end-user set PC resolution to 1280 x 800 before you use this  
function.  
User password  
Press  
to setup or change the "User Password".  
Press number keys to set your password on the remote control  
and press "MENU" to confirm.  
Press  
to delete character.  
Enter the password when you see "Confirm Password"  
displayed.  
The password should be between 4 and 8 characters long.  
If you select "Request password only after plugging power  
cord", the projector will prompt the user to enter the  
password every time the power cord is plugged.  
If you select "Always request password while projector turns  
on", the user has to enter the password every time when the  
projector is turned on.  
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). This  
unique password is the number which will be accepted by  
projector anytime no matter what the Administrator  
Password is.  
If losing this security card and number, please contact with an  
Acer service center.  
Lock User Startup Screen  
Default Lock User Startup Screen is "OFF". If lock user startup  
screen is "ON", users cannot change startup screen anymore  
and avoid other users change that arbitrarily. Choose "OFF"  
to unlock startup screen.  
VGA OUT (Standby) Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable VGA OUT connection.  
Reset  
Press the  
button and choose "Yes" to return the  
parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.  
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Audio  
Volume  
Mute  
Press  
Press  
to decrease the volume.  
to increase the volume.  
Choose "On" to mute the volume.  
Choose "Off" to restore the volume.  
Power On/Off Volume  
Alarm Volume  
Select this function to adjust the notification volume when  
turning the projector on/off.  
Select this function to adjust the volume of any warning  
notifications.  
Timer  
Timer Location  
Timer Start  
Choose the location of the timer on the screen.  
Press  
Press  
to start or stop the timer.  
or to adjust the timer period.  
Timer Period  
Timer Volume  
Select this function to adjust the notification volume when  
the timer function is enabled and time is up.  
Timer Display  
Press  
screen.  
or  
to which timer mode to display on the  
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Language  
Language  
Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the  
select your preferred menu language.  
or  
key to  
Press  
to confirm the selection.  
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Appendices  
Troubleshooting  
If you experience a problem with your Acer projector, refer to the following  
troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, please contact your local reseller  
or service center.  
Image Problems and Solutions  
#
Problem  
Solution  
1
No image appears  
onscreen  
Connected as described in the "Getting Started"  
section.  
Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or  
broken.  
Check if the projector lamp has been securely  
installed. Please refer to the "Replacing the Lamp"  
section.  
Make sure you have removed the lens cap and the  
projector is switched on.  
2
Partial, scrolling  
or incorrectly  
displayed  
image(For PC  
(Windows 95/98/  
2000/XP))  
Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel.  
For an incorrectly displayed image:  
Open "My Computer," open the "Control  
Panel," and then double-click the "Display"  
icon.  
Select the "Settings" tab.  
Verify that your display resolution setting is  
lower than or equal to UXGA (1600 x 1200).  
Click the "Advanced Properties" button.  
If the problem still appears, change the monitor display  
you are using and follow the steps below:  
Verify that the resolution setting is lower than  
or equal to UXGA (1600 x 1200).  
Click the "Change" button under the  
"Monitor" tab.  
Click "Show all devices". Next, select "Standard  
monitor types" under the SP box, and choose  
the resolution mode you need under the  
"Models" box.  
Verify that the resolution setting of the  
monitor display is lower than or equal to UXGA  
(1600 x 1200).  
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3
Partial, scrolling  
or incorrectly  
displayed image  
(For notebooks)  
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.  
Press the toggle output settings. Example:  
[Fn]+[F4], Compaq [Fn]+[F4], Dell [Fn]+[F8],  
Gateway [Fn]+[F4], IBM [Fn]+[F7], HP  
[Fn]+[F4], NEC [Fn]+[F3], Toshiba [Fn]+[F5 ]  
If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or  
your monitor freezes, restart all equipment  
including the projector.  
®
®
4
The screen of the  
notebook  
computer is not  
displaying your  
presentation  
If you are using a Microsoft Windows based  
notebook: Some notebook PCs may deactivate their  
own screens when a second display device is in use.  
Each has a different way to be reactivated. Refer to  
your computer's manual for detailed information.  
®
®
If you are using an Apple Mac OS based  
notebook: In System Preferences, open Display and  
select Video Mirroring "On".  
5
6
Image is unstable  
or flickering  
Adjust the "Tracking" to correct it. Refer to the  
"Image" section for more information.  
Change the display color depth settings on your  
computer.  
Image has vertical  
flickering bar  
Use "Frequency" to make an adjustment. Refer to  
the "Image" section for more information.  
Check and reconfigure the display mode of your  
graphics card to make it compatible with the  
projector.  
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Image is out of  
focus  
Make sure the lens cap is removed.  
Adjusts the focus ring on the projector lens.  
Make sure the projection screen is within the  
required distance of 3.9 to 39.4 feet (1.2 to 12.0  
meters) from the projector and 3.3 to 39.4 feet (1.0  
to 10.0 meters)(P1303W) from the projector. Refer to  
the "How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting  
Distance and Zoom" section for more information.  
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8
Image is stretched  
when displaying a  
"widescreen"  
DVD title  
When you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic or 16:9  
aspect ratio you may need to adjust the following  
settings:  
If you play an Letterbox(LBX) format DVD title,  
please change the format to Letterbox(LBX) in the  
projector OSD.  
If you play a 4:3 format DVD title, please change the  
format to 4:3 in the projector OSD.  
If the image is still stretched, you will also need to  
adjust the aspect ratio. Set up the display format to  
16:9 (wide) aspect ratio on your DVD player.  
9
Image is too small  
or too large  
Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector.  
Move the projector closer to or further from the  
screen.  
Press "MENU" on the remote control. Go to "Image -  
-> Aspect Ratio" and try different settings or  
press"Aspect Ratio" on the remote control to adjust  
directly.  
10  
Image has slanted  
sides  
If possible, reposition the projector so that it is  
centered on the screen.  
Press the "Keystone  
/
" button on the remote  
control until the sides are vertical.  
Press "MENU" on the remote control. Go to "Image -  
-> Auto Keystone" and choose "Off" on the OSD, if  
"Keystone" button is not available on the remote  
control.  
11  
Image is reversed  
Select "Image --> Projection" on the OSD and adjust  
the projection direction.  
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OSD Messages  
#
Condition  
Message  
Message Reminder  
1
Fan Fail - the system fan is not working.  
Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its  
recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to  
cool down before it may be used.  
Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum  
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon.  
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Problems with the Projector  
#
Condition  
Solution  
1
The projector stops responding  
to all controls  
If possible, turn off the projector, then  
unplug the power cord and wait at least 30  
seconds before reconnecting power.  
2
Lamp burns out or makes a  
popping sound  
When the lamp reaches the end of its useful  
life, it will burn out and may make a loud  
popping sound. If this happens, the projector  
will not turn on until the lamp module has  
been replaced. To replace the lamp, follow  
the procedures in the "Replacing the Lamp"  
section.  
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LED & Alarm Definition Listing  
LED Messages  
Lamp LED  
Temp LED  
Power LED  
Red  
Message  
Red  
--  
Red  
--  
Blue  
--  
Standby  
V
(power cord plugged in)  
Power button ON  
Lamp retry  
--  
--  
--  
--  
--  
--  
V
Quick  
flashing  
Turning off  
(cooling state)  
--  
--  
--  
--  
V
Quick  
flashing  
--  
--  
Turning off  
(cooling completed)  
V
Error (thermal failure)  
Error (fan lock failure)  
--  
--  
--  
--  
V
V
Quick  
flashing  
Error (lamp breakdown)  
Error (color Wheel fail)  
V
--  
--  
--  
--  
V
V
Quick  
flashing  
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Replacing the Lamp  
Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover, and then pull out the  
lamp.  
The projector will detect the lamp life. You will be shown a warning message  
"Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.  
Replacement Suggested!" 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.  
3
1
2
1
2
5
4
To Change the Lamp  
1
2
3
4
Turn off the projector by pressing the power button.  
Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.  
Disconnect the power cord.  
Remove the two screws on both sides of the projector at the same time.  
(Illustration #1)  
5
6
7
Push and slide the top cover towards the direction of the lens. (Illustration #2)  
Open the top cover. (Illustration #3)  
Remove the two screws that secure the lamp moduleX and pull up the  
lamp barY.(Illustration #4)  
8
Pull out the lamp module by force. (Illustration #5)  
To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous step.  
Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not drop the  
lamp module or touch the lamp bulb. The bulb may shatter and  
cause injury if it is dropped.  
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Ceiling Mount Installation  
If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling 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 appropriate  
screws for your type of ceiling.  
2
Secure the ceiling rod using the appropriate type of four-cylinder screws.  
Ceiling Mount Base  
- Attach to ceiling  
Short Rod  
Long Rod  
Extension Rod  
Long cylinder Cap  
Allen Key  
- For tightning/loosening  
Screw Type A  
50 mm length/8 mm diameter  
-
Tightening Screw  
Medium Rod  
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3
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.  
Large cylinder cap  
Allen Key  
- For tightening/loosening  
Screw Type A  
50 mm length -  
Tightening Screw  
08 mm diameter  
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5
Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.  
Tightening Screw  
Allen Key  
3
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  
Diameter (mm)  
Washer Type  
Length (mm)  
25  
Large  
V
Small  
V
P1100/P1200/  
P1203/P1206/  
P1303W  
3
SCREW SPEC. M3 x 10 mm  
160.0 mm  
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Specifications  
The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final  
specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications.  
®
Projection system  
Resolution  
DLP  
P1100: Native: SVGA (800 x 600) , Maximum: UXGA  
(1600 x 1200), 1080p(1920x1080)  
P1200/P1203/P1206: Native: XGA (1024 x 768),  
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200),  
1080p(1920x1080)  
P1303W series: Native: WXGA (1280 x 800), Maximum:  
UXGA (1600 x 1200), 1080p(1920x1080)  
Computer compatibility  
Video compatibility  
Aspect ratio  
IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and  
VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+,  
WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+  
NTSC (3.58/4.43), PAL (B/D/G/H/I/M/N), SECAM (B/D/G/  
K/K1/L), HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p), EDTV (480p,  
576p), SDTV (480i, 576i)  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206: 4:3 (native), 16:9  
P1303W: Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box  
Displayable colors  
Projection lens  
1.07 Billion colors  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series: F/ 2.41 - 2.55, f =  
21.79 mm - 23.99 mm, 1.1X manual zoom lens  
P1303W series: F/ 2.5 - 2.67, f = 21.86 - 24.00 mm, 1.1X  
manual zoom lens  
Projection screen size (diagonal) P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series: 27.46" (0.70 m) -  
302.8" (7.69 m)  
P1303W series: 27" (0.69 m) ~ 300" (7.62 m)  
Projection distance  
Throw ratio  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series: 3.9' (1.2 m) - 39.4'  
(12.0 m)  
P1303W series: 3.3' (1.0m) ~ 39.4' (10.0m)  
P1100/P1200/P1203/P1206 series: 60"@2m (1.95 -  
2.15:1)  
P1303W series: 60"@2m (1.55 ~ 1.70:1)  
Horizontal scan rate  
Vertical refresh scan rate  
Lamp type  
30k - 100 kHz  
50-85 Hz, 120Hz (for 3D mode only)  
P1100/P1200: 180 W user-replaceable lamp  
P1203/P1206/P1303W: 230 W user-replaceable lamp  
Keystone correction  
Audio  
+/- 40 degrees  
Internal speaker with 2 W output  
3 kg (6.6 lbs.)  
Weight  
Dimensions (W x D x H)  
Remote control  
Digital Zoom  
269mmx206mmx96mm (10.6"x8.1"x3.8")  
Laser pointer function  
2X  
Power supply  
AC input 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz  
Power consumption  
P1100/P1200: 255 W  
P1203/P1206/P1303W: 325 W  
Operating temperature  
5ºC to 35ºC / 41ºF to 95ºF  
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I/O connectors  
Power socket x1  
VGA input x1  
Composite video x1  
S-Video x1  
VGA output x1  
HDMI x 1  
3.5 mm audio jack input x1  
RS232 x1  
USB x1: for remote computer control  
Below items are for P1203/P1206/P1303W series only:  
VGA input x 2  
3.5 mm audio jack output x1  
12V DC out for screen control x1  
AC power cord x1  
Standard package contents  
VGA cable x1  
Composite video cable x1  
Remote control x1  
Batteries x 2 (for remote control)  
User's guide (CD-ROM) x 1  
Quick start guide x 1  
Security card x 1  
Carrying case x1  
* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Compatibility modes  
A. VGA Analog  
1
VGA Analog - PC Signal  
Modes  
VGA  
Resolution  
V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]  
640x480  
640x480  
60  
72  
31.47  
37.86  
37.50  
43.27  
61.60  
35.20  
37.88  
48.08  
46.88  
53.67  
77.20  
48.36  
56.48  
60.02  
68.67  
98.80  
63.80  
67.50  
77.10  
63.98  
77.90  
79.98  
91.15  
60.00  
75.00  
65.32  
75.00  
31.50  
35.00  
37.88  
48.36  
68.68  
75.20  
60.30  
640x480  
75  
640x480  
85  
640x480  
119.51  
56  
SVGA  
800x600  
800x600  
60  
800x600  
72  
800x600  
75  
800x600  
85  
800x600  
119.85  
60  
XGA  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1152x864  
1152x864  
1152x864  
1280X1024  
1280X1024  
1280X1024  
1280X1024  
1280x960  
1280x960  
1400x1050  
1600x1200  
640x480  
70  
75  
85  
119.804  
70  
SXGA  
75  
85  
60  
72  
75  
85  
QuadVGA  
60  
75  
SXGA+  
UXGA  
60  
60  
Power Mac G4  
60  
640x480  
66.6(67)  
60  
800x600  
1024x768  
1152x870  
1280x960  
1024x768  
60  
75  
75  
i Mac DV (G3)  
75  
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2
VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing  
Modes  
WXGA  
Resolution  
1280x768  
1280x768  
1280x768  
1280x720  
1280x800  
1440x900  
1680x1050  
1366x768  
V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]  
60  
75  
85  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
47.78  
60.29  
68.63  
44.80  
49.60  
55.90  
65.30  
47.71  
Only support  
1080P@60Hz (with  
reduced blanking  
timing)  
1920x1080-RB  
1024x600  
60  
60  
66.60  
37.30  
3
VGA Analog -Component Signal  
Modes  
Resolution  
V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]  
480i  
480p  
576i  
720x480  
720x480  
59.94 (29.97)  
59.94  
50(25)  
50  
27.00  
31.47  
27.00  
31.25  
45.00  
37.50  
33.75  
33.75  
67.50  
56.26  
720x576  
576p  
720p  
720p  
1080i  
1080i  
1080p  
1080p  
720x576  
1280x720  
1280x720  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
60  
50  
60(30)  
50(25)  
60  
50  
B. HDMI Digital  
1
HDMI - PC Signal  
Modes  
VGA  
Resolution  
640x480  
640x480  
640x480  
640x480  
640x480  
800x600  
800x600  
800x600  
V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]  
60  
72  
31.47  
37.86  
37.50  
43.27  
61.61  
35.20  
37.88  
48.08  
75  
85  
119.51  
56  
SVGA  
60  
72  
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800x600  
800x600  
75  
85  
46.88  
53.67  
77.20  
48.36  
56.48  
60.02  
98.80  
67.50  
77.10  
64.00  
77.90  
79.98  
91.15  
75.00  
31.50  
35.00  
37.88  
48.36  
68.68  
75.20  
60.30  
800x600  
119.85  
60  
XGA  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1152x864  
1152x864  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1280x1024  
1280x960  
640x480  
70  
75  
119.804  
75  
85  
60  
72  
75  
85  
75  
PowerBook G4  
i Mac DV (G3)  
60  
640x480  
66.6(67)  
60  
800x600  
1024x768  
1152x870  
1280x960  
1024x768  
60  
75  
75  
75  
2
HDMI - Extended Wide timing (same as DVI)  
Modes  
WXGA  
Resolution  
1280x768  
1280x768  
1280x768  
1280x720  
1280x800  
1440x900  
1680x1050  
1366x768  
1920x1080-EIA  
1024x600  
V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]  
60  
75  
85  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
47.78  
60.29  
68.63  
44.80  
49.60  
55.90  
65.30  
47.71  
66.60  
37.30  
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3
HDMI - Video Signal  
Modes  
480i  
Resolution  
V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]  
720x480(1440x480)  
720x480  
59.94(29.97)  
59.94  
50(25)  
50  
27.00  
31.47  
27.00  
31.25  
45.00  
37.50  
33.75  
33.75  
67.50  
56.26  
480p  
576i  
720x576(1440x576)  
720x576  
576p  
720p  
720p  
1080i  
1080i  
1080p  
1080p  
1280x720  
60  
1280x720  
50  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
1920x1080  
60(30)  
50(25)  
60  
50  
31.5k - 100 kHz  
25 - 85 Hz,  
120Hz (for 3D mode only)  
Horizontal scan rate:  
Vertical scan rate:  
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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.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user  
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  
measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the device and receiver.  
Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.  
Notice: Shielded cables  
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables  
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.  
Notice: Peripheral devices  
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to  
comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation  
with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV  
reception.  
Caution  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could  
void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications  
Commission, to operate this device.  
Operation conditions  
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.  
Notice: Canadian users  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
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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.  
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification  
Radio device regulatory notice  
Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless  
LAN and/or Bluetooth only.  
General  
This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any  
country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on  
configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such  
as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products  
with such devices.  
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 2.4 GHz band  
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is  
intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject  
to licensing.  
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List of applicable countries  
EU member states as of July 2009 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France,  
Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, United  
Kingdom, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic,  
Slovenia, Cyprus, Malta, Bulgaria and Romania. Usage allowed in the countries of European  
Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. This device must be used  
in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further  
information, please contact local office in the country of use. Please see http://  
ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for the latest country list.  
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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:[email protected]  
And,  
Acer Europe SA  
Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland  
Hereby declare that:  
Product:  
Projector  
Acer  
Trade Name:  
Model Number: DSV0903/DNX0904/DNX0905/ DNX0906/DWX0907  
Machine Type:  
P1100/P1200/P1203/ P1206/P1303W series  
Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC  
directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that  
production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements.  
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following  
harmonized standards:  
-. EN55022, AS/NZS CISPR22, Class B  
-. EN55024  
-. EN61000-3-2 Class A  
-. EN61000-3-3  
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following  
harmonized standard:  
-. EN60950-1  
RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous  
Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment  
-. The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by weight in homogenous  
material are:  
Lead  
Mercury  
Hexavalent Chromium  
0.1% Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB’s)  
0.1% Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE’s) 0.1%  
0.1% Cadmium 0.01%  
0.1%  
!
Directive 2005/32/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council with  
regard to Eco-design Requirements.  
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8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih  
Taipei Hsien 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:  
z Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety  
-. EN60950-1  
-. EN62311  
z Article 3.1(b) EMC  
-. EN301 489-1  
-. EN301 489-17  
z Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages  
-. EN300 328  
-. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN).  
Year to begin affixing CE marking 2009.  
_______________________________  
Easy Lai /Manager  
Oct. 16, 2009  
Date  
-
Regulation Center, Acer Inc.  
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Acer America Corporation  
333 West San Carlos St., San Jose  
CA 95110, U. S. A.  
Tel : 254-298-4000  
Fax : 254-298-4147  
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.  
The following local Manufacturer / Importer is responsible for this declaration:  
Product:  
DLP Projector  
Model Number:  
DSV0903/DNX0904/DNX0905/  
DNX0906/DWX0907  
Machine Type:  
P1100/P1200/P1203/ P1206/P1303W series  
Acer America Corporation  
Name of Responsible Party:  
Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St.  
San Jose, CA 95110  
U. S. A.  
Contact Person:  
Phone No.:  
Fax No.:  
Acer Representative  
254-298-4000  
254-298-4147  
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