Acer PD117D Series User manual

Manual for
Acer Projector PD117D/PD126D series

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .............................................................................................................. 1
Usage Notice ......................................................................................................... 2
Precautions ......................................................................................................... 2
Introduction ........................................................................................................... 4
Product Features ................................................................................................ 4
Package Overview ............................................................................................. 5
Product Overview ............................................................................................... 6
Main Unit .................................................................................................................. 6
Control Panel ........................................................................................................... 7
Connection Ports ..................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control ....................................................................................................... 9
Installation ......................................................................................................................... 11
Connecting the Projector .......................................................................................... 11
Powering On/Off the Projector ................................................................................. 12
Powering On the Projector ...................................................................................... 12
Powering Off the projector ...................................................................................... 13
Warning Indicator ..................................................................................................... 13
Adjusting the Projected Image ............................................................................... 14
Adjusting the Projector Image Height ......................................................................14
Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus .................................................................... 15
Adjusting Projected Image Size ..............................................................................15
User Controls................................................................................................................... 16
Control Panel & Remote Control ............................................................................ 16
On-Screen Display Menus ....................................................................................... 19
How to operate ........................................................................................................ 19
Color (Computer/Video Mode) ................................................................................. 21
Image (Computer Mode) .......................................................................................... 23
Image (Video Mode).................................................................................................. 25
Management (Computer/Video Mode) ..................................................................... 27
Audio (Computer/Video Mode) ................................................................................. 32
Timer (Computer/Video Mode)..................................................................................33
Language (Computer/Video Mode)............................................................................34
Appendices ....................................................................................................................... 35
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 35
Replacing the lamp ................................................................................................... 39
Specifications ............................................................................................................. 40
Compatibility Modes .................................................................................................. 41
Regulation & safety notices......................................................................................42

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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.
Warning- To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this product to rain or moisture.
Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the product as
this may cause electric shock.
Warning- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool
down, and follow all changing instructions.
Warning- This product will detect the life of the lamp itself.
Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows
warning messages.
Warning- Reset the “Lamp Hour Reset” function from the
On Screen Display “Management” menu after
replacing the lamp module (refer to page 28).
Warning- When switching the projector off, please ensure
the projector completes its cooling cycle before
disconnecting power.
Warning- Turn on the projector first and then the signal
sources.
Warning- Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.
Warning- 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”.
Usage Notice

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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.
Usage Notice

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Product Features
This product is an SVGA (PD117D) /XGA (PD126D) single
chip 0.55” DLP®projector.
Outstanding features include:
True SVGA, 800x600 addressable pixels (for PD117D series
only)
True XGA, 1024x768 addressable pixels (for PD126D series
only)
Single chip DLP®technology
NTSC/PAL/SECAM and HDTV compatible
(480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i)
High-tech DVI-I connection for digital and analog video
connectivity
Full function remote control
User friendly multilingual on screen display menu
Advanced digital keystone correction and high quality full
screen image re-scaling
User friendly control panel
SXGA, XGA compression and VGA resizing (for PD117D series
only)
SXGA+, SXGA compression and VGA, SVGA resizing (for
PD126D series only)
Mac compatible
Introduction

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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 anything is missing.
Introduction
Projector with lens cap Power Cord
Composite Video Cable USB Cable
2 x Battery
S-Video Cable Remote Control
Carrying CaseUser’s Guide Quick Start Card
117D/PD126D
Audio Cable
VGA to Component
/ HDTV
VGA Cable
DVI cable
(For PD126D) (For PD117D)

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Product Overview
Main Unit
Introduction
1. Control Panel
2. Zoom Ring
3. Focus Ring
4. Zoom Lens
5. Elevator Button
6. Elevator Foot
7. Connection Ports
8. Power Socket
9. Remote Control Receiver

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Control Panel
Introduction
1. Menu
2. Temp Indicator LED
3. Lamp Indicator LED
4. Source
5. Resync
6. Power and Indicator LED (Power LED)
7. Four Directional Select Keys
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Connection Ports
Introduction
1. USB Input Connector
2. DVI Input Connector
3. VGA Connector (PC Analog Signal/HDTV/Component Video
Input)
4. S-Video Input Connector
5. Composite Video Input Connector
6. VGA Output Connector (Monitor Loop-through Output Connector)
7. RS232 Input Connector
8. Audio Input Connector
9. Power Socket
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Remote Control
Introduction
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For PD126D 1. Power
2. Transmit
Indicator Light
3. Laser Pointer
4. Laser button
5. Source
6. Hide
7. Mute
8. Menu
9. Zoom
10. Keystone/Four
Directional
Select Keys
11. Mouse Right Click
12. Page Up/Page
Down
13. Empowering
Key
14. S-Video
15. Video
16. Wireless (Not
Supported)
17. DVI
18. VGA
19. Component
20. Volume +/-
21. Mouse Left Click
22. Back
23. Aspect Ratio
24. Freeze
25. Resync

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Installation
For PD117D
1. Power
2. Transmit
Indicator Light
3. Source
4. Hide
5. Mute
6. Back
7. Zoom
8. Keystone/Four
Directional
Select Keys
9. Page Up/Page
Down
10. Empowering
Key
11. S-Video
12. Video
13. Language
14. DVI
15. VGA
16. Component
17. Volume +/-
18. Menu
19. Aspect Ratio
20. Freeze
21. Resync

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Video Output
DVD Player, Settop Box,
HDTV receiver
DVI
S-Video Output
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RS232
USB
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Connecting the Projector
Installation
1..................................................................................................Power cord
2................................................................RS232 cable (optional accessory)
3......................................................................................................USB cable
4......................................................................................................DVI cable
5.....................................................................................................VGA cable
6.........................................................VGA to Component / HDTV cable
7...............................................................................................S-Video cable
8................................................................................Composite video cable
9...........................................................VGA-Out cable (optional accessory)
10..................................................................................................Audio cable

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Powering On/Off the Projector
Powering On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected.
The Power LED will flash red.
3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “ ” button on the control panel
1and the Power LED will turn blue.
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.).
The projector will detect your source automatically.
If the screen displays “Lock” & “Source” icons, it means the
projector locks on this source type and there is no such type of
input signal found.
If the screen displays “No Signal”, please make sure the signal
cables are securely connected.
If you connect multiple sources at the same time, using the
“Source” button on the remote control or control panel to
switch.
Installation
Turn on the
projector first and
then the signal
sources.
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Powering Off the Projector
1. Press the “ ” button to turn off the projector lamp, you will see a
message “Please press power button again to complete the shutdown
process. Warning: DO NOT unplug while the projector fan is still
running.” displayed on the projector’s screen. Press the “ ” button
again to confirm, otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds
2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 30 seconds for cooling
cycle and the Power LED will be quick red flash. When the Power LED
becomes slow flashing, the projector has entered standby mode.
If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait until the projector
has completed the cooling cycle and has entered standby mode. Once in
standby mode, simply press “ ” button to restart the projector.
3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
4. Do not turn on the projector immediately following a power
off procedure.
Warning Indicator
When the “LAMP” indicator lights solid red, the projector will automatically
shut itself down. Please contact your local reseller or service center.
When the “TEMP” indicator lights solid red for about 20 seconds, it indicates
the projector has been overheated. You will see a message “Projector
Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” on the on-screen display.
The projector will automatically shut itself down.
Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched on again after it has
cooled down. If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or
our service center.
When the “TEMP” indicator flashs red for about 30 seconds, you will see a
message “Fan fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” on the on-screen
display. Please contact your local dealer or our service center.
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Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Projector Image Height
The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting
the image height.
To raise the image:
1. Press the elevator button 1.
2. Raise the image to the desired height angle 2, then release
the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
To lower the image:
1. Press the elevator button.
2. Lower the image, then release the button to lock the elevator
foot into position.
Installation
Elevator Foot
Elevator Button
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Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus
You may turn the zoom ring to zoom in or out. To focus the image,
rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus
at distances from 3.94 to 32.8 feet (1.2 to 10 meters).
This graph is for user’s reference only.
Adjusting Projection Image Size
68.75
114.58
160.42
229.17
33.00
82.50
137.5
192.50
275.00
27.50
3.94’ (1.2m)
32.81’ (10.0m)
22.97’ (7.0m)
16.40’ (5.0m)
9.84’ (3.0m)
PROJECTION
DISTANCE
(METER)
1.2
1.522.2345678910
Wide
33.00 41.25 55.00 60.50 82.50 110.00 137.50 165.00 192.50 220.00 247.50 275.00
4 : 3 SCREEN
SIZE - DIAGONAL
(INCH) Tel e
27.50 34.38 45.83 50.42 68.75 91.67 114.58 137.50 160.42 183.33 206.25 229.17
Installation
For PD117D
For PD126D
PROJECTION
DISTANCE
(METER)
1.2
1.522.2345678910
Wide
37.50 46.88 62.50 68.75 93.75 125.00 156.25 187.50 218.75 250.00 281.25 312.50
4 : 3 SCREEN
SIZE - DIAGONAL
(INCH) Tel e
31.25 39.06 52.08 57.29 78.13 104.17 130.21 156.25 182.29 208.33 234.38 260.42

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Control Panel & Remote Control
There are two ways for you to control the functions: Remote
Control and Control Panel.
Control Panel Remote Control
User Controls
Using the Control Panel
Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages
12-13.
Source
Press “Source” to search for RGB, Component-p, Component-i,
S-Video, Composite Video, DVI-D and HDTV sources.
Menu
Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display (OSD) menu.
To exit OSD, press “Menu” again.
Confirm your selection of items.
Four Directional Select Keys
Use to select items or make adjustments to your
selection.
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User Controls
Using the Remote Control
Power
Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 12-13.
Empowering Key
Acer Empowering Key provides three Acer unique functions,
they are “Acer eView Management”, “Acer eTimer Management”
and “Acer eOpening Management” respectively. Press “e” key
for more than one second to launch the on screen display main
menu to modify its function.
Acer eView Management
Press “e” to launch “Acer eView Management”
submenu.
“Acer eView Management” is for display mode
selection. Please refer to On Screen Display
Menus section for more detail.
Acer eTimer Management
Press “e” to launch “Acer eTimer Management”
submenu.
“Acer eTimer Management” provides the
reminding function for presentation time
control. Please refer to On Screen Display Menus
section for more detail.
Acer eOpening Management
Press “e” to launch “Acer eOpening Management”
submenu.
“Acer eOpening Management” allows user to
change the Startup screen to their personalized
image. Please refer to On Screen Display section
for details.
Menu
Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display menu. To exit OSD,
press “Menu” again.
Four Directional Select Keys
Use to select items or make adjustments to your
selection.
Aspect Ratio
Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.(Full/4:3/16:9)

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Zoom
Digital Zoom in/out.
Keystone + / -
Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector ( 15
degrees).
Page Up (Computer mode only)
Use this button to page up. This function is only available when
the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable.
Page Down (Computer mode only)
Use this button to page down. This function is only available
when the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable.
Resync
Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
Hide
Momentarily turns off the video. Press “Hide” to hide image,
press again to restore display of the image.
Source
Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i,
S-Video, Composite Video, DVI-D and HDTV sources.
Freeze
Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image.
VGA
Press “VGA” to change source to VGA-In connector. This connector
supports Analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i), YCbCr
(480i/576i) and RGB sync.
DVI
Press “DVI” to change source to DVI connector. This connector
supports Digital RGB, Analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/
1080i) and YCbCr (480i/576i).
Component
Press “Component” to change source to component connector.
This connector supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i) and
YCbCr (480i/576i).
S-Video
Press “S-Video” to change source to S-Video source.
Video
Press “Video” to change source to Composite Video source.
Laser Button (for PD126D only)
Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this button
to activate the laser pointer.
Language(for PD117D only)
Choose the multi-lingual OSD menu.
Mouse Right Click / Mouse Left Click (for PD126D only)
These functions are the same as a mouse of PC or Mac.
User Controls