Acer P1223 User manual

Acer Projector
P1223/D413D/EV-X34H/
X1223/D413/EV-X34
User's Manual

Model number: __________________________________
Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________
© 2012. All Rights Reserved.
Original Issue: 03/2012
Acer Projector P1223/D413D/EV-X34H/X1223/D413/EV-X34

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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.
Before cleaning
•Turn the product off and unplug it from the wall outlet before cleaning.
•Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Location precautions
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.
•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.
•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 circuits and may damage rotor devices or
the 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

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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.
Warning! This 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 light may hurt
your eyes.
•Turn on the projector first and then signal sources
•Do not place the product in following environments:
•Locations that are confined or poorly ventilated. The projector must have
at least 50 cm clearance from walls and have free flowing air around it.
•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
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•Locations near fire alarms.
•Locations with an ambient temperature above 40º C/104º F.
•Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10,000 feet.
•Do not operate if smoke, a strange noise, or an odor are coming out of the
projector. In this case, immediately unplug the projector and contact your
dealer.
•Do not keep using the projector if it has been dropped or damaged. In this
case, contact your dealer for inspection.
•Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire.
•Do not frequently turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector
during operation. It is best to wait for the fan to turn off before turning off the
projector's power.
•Do not touch the air outlet grille or bottom plate because they may be hot.
•If the projector has an air filter, clean it regularly. If left uncleaned, the
temperature inside might rise and cause damage.
•Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may hurt
your eyes.
•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.
•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.
•Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the
projector is unplugged.
•The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Change the lamp when the
warning message is displayed.
•Reset the Lamp Hour Reset function from the onscreen display Management
menu after replacing the lamp module.
•Do not attempt to disassemble the projector, as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
•Do not stand the projector on its end vertically. The projector may fall over,
causing injury or damage.
•This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling-mounted
installation. Only use an Acer ceiling mount kit and ensure it is securely
installed.
Protect your hearing
To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.
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•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
www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm
Mercury advisory
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:
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
Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal
information, check www.lamprecycle.org
“Lamp(s) contain Mercury,
Dispose Properly.”

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Introduction 1
Product features 1
Package contents 2
Projector overview 3
Front / top 3
Rear 3
Control panel 4
Remote control layout 5
Getting started 8
Connecting the projector 8
Turning the projector on/off 9
Turning the projector on 9
Turning the projector off 10
Adjusting the projected image 10
Adjusting the height of the projected image 10
Optimizing image size and distance 12
Adjusting distance and zoom to optimize image size 14
User controls 16
Installation menu 16
Acer Empowering Technology 17
Onscreen Display Menus 19
Color 20
Image 22
Setting 24
Management 28
Audio 28
3D 29
Language 30
3D projection 31
Using DLP 3D technology 31
Setting up a 3D environment 31
Contents

Using the stereoscopic player 33
Using 3D glasses (optional) 34
Watching 3D DVD content 34
Appendices 36
Troubleshooting 36
LED and alarm definitions 39
Replacing and cleaning the dust filter 40
Replacing the lamp 41
Ceiling mount installation 42
Specifications 45
Compatibility modes 47
Regulations and safety notices 51

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Introduction
Product features
This product is a single-chip DLP projector, feautring:
•DLP technology.
•Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution.
•Acer ColorSafe II technology ensures consistent color rendition over time.
•Smart detection delivers quick, intelligent source detection.
•Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Education,
Picture, Game, User) for optimum performance in any situation.
•NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported.
•Lower power consumption and economy (ECO/Dynamic Black) 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 Management, e3D Management) for easy adjustment of
settings.
•P1223/D413D/EV-X34H: Equipped with HDMI connection supporting HDCP.
•Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations.
•Multi-language onscreen display.
•0.8 to 1.85X digital zoom and pan move function.
•Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7, and Macintosh OS compliant

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Package contents
This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit
is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is missing.
Projector Power cord VGA cable
Remote control Batteries User’s Manual CD
Quick Start Guide Carrying case (optional) Screw pack
Dust filter
(optional)
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Projector overview
Front / top
Rear
#Description #Description
1 Lamp cover 6 Zoom lens
2 Zoom ring 7 Control panel
3 Focus ring 8 Ventilation (inlet)
4 Ventilation 9 Speaker
5 Remote control receivers
#Description #Description
1 Audio input connector 7 Kensington lock port
2 HDMI input connector 8 Monitor loop-through output
connector (VGA-OUT)
3 S-Video input connector 9 Composite video input connector
4 PC analog signal/HDTV/component
video input connector (VGA 1-IN or
VGA 2-IN)
10 Power socket
5 RS-232 connector 11 Audio output connector
6 Mini USB connector
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RS-232
VGA-OUT
VIDEO
HDMI MINI
USB
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
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Control panel
#Icon Function Description
1 SOURCE Changes the active source.
2 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion
caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).
3 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the
input source.
4POWERPowerindicatorLED
5LAMP/
TEMP
Lamp/Temp Indicator LED
6MENU•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.
7Four
directional
select keys
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or
make adjustments to your selection.
8POWERReferto"Turning the projector on/off" on page 9.
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Remote control layout
#Icon Function Description
1 Remote
control
transmitter
Sends signals to the projector.
2 FREEZE Pauses the screen image.
3POWERReferto"Turning the projector on/off" on page 9.
4 ASPECT
RATIO
To choose the desired aspect ratio.
5 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.
6Four
directional
select keys
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items
or make adjustments to your selection.
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7 KeyPad 0 to 9 Press 0to 9to enter a password when required.
8 VIDEO Press VIDEO to change source to composite
video.
9 VGA Press VGA to change source to the VGA1-IN/
VGA2-IN connector. This connector supports
analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i),
YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
10 COMPONENT Press COMPONENT to change source to the
VGA1-IN/VGA2-IN connector. This connector
supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/
1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
11 HDMI/DVI Press HDMI/DVI to change source to HDMI/
DVI.
12 HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press HIDE to
hide the image, press again to display the
image.
13 SOURCE Changes the active source.
14 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the
input source.
15 Empowering
Key
Launches Acer functions: eView, eTimer,
ePower, e3D Management.
16 Laser button Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and
hold this button to activate the laser pointer.
MUTE Turns the sound on/off.
17 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion
caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).
18 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.
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Note: Buttons marked with * are not operational on this projector.
19 Page 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.
20 S-VIDEO Press S-VIDEO to change source to S-Video.
This function is only available when a USB cable
is not connected to a computer.
#Icon Function Description
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Getting started
Connecting the projector
#Description #Description
1* Audio cable 5* USB cable
2* HDMI cable 6* S-Video cable
3 VGA cable 7* Composite video cable
4* RS-232 cable 8 Power cord
RS-232
VGA-OUT
VIDEO
HDMI MINI
USB
AUDIO IN
AUDIO OUT
VGA1-IN
VGA2-IN
VGA
D-Sub
D-Sub
D-Sub
D-Sub
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USB
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D-Sub
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RS232
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HDMI
HDMI
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Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please
make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the
projector.
Note: * indicates an optional item.
Turning the projector on/off
Turning the projector on
1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The
power indicator LED will light blue.
2 Turn on the projector by pressing the POWER button on the control panel. The
power indicator LED will flash and then turn blue.
3 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The projector
will detect your source automatically.
•If the screen displays the Lock and Source icons, it means the projector is
locked onto a specific source type and that input signal type is not
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 the remote control to switch between inputs.
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Turning the projector off
1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears:
Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown process. Press
the power button again.
2 The shutdown process will vary depending on the Turn Off Mode setting.
Please refer to "Management" on page 28 for more details.
3 Once the shutdown process finishes, the power indicator LED becomes
steady blue.
4 It is now safe to unplug the power cord.
Warning messages!
•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 blink. Contact your local dealer or
service center.
•Fan Fail. 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 turn solid blue. Contact your local dealer or
service center.
Note: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down and the LED
power, temp and lamp indicators blink, contact your local reseller or
service center.
Adjusting the projected image
Adjusting the height of the projected image
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To raise/lower the image:
1 Use the elevator foot raise/lower the image to the desired height.
Elevator foot
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