Acer PD123 User manual

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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 with Laser Pointer ........................................................................... 9
Installation ........................................................................................................... 10
Connecting the Projector .................................................................................. 10
Powering On/Off the Projector .......................................................................... 11
Powering On the Projector ...................................................................................... 11
Powering Off the projector ...................................................................................... 12
Warning Indicator ..................................................................................................... 12
Adjusting the Projected Image ......................................................................... 13
Adjusting the Projector Image Height ...................................................................... 13
Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus .................................................................... 14
Adjusting Projected Image Size ............................................................................... 14
User Controls....................................................................................................... 15
Control Panel & Remote Control ..................................................................... 15
On-Screen Display Menus ............................................................................... 17
How to operate ........................................................................................................ 17
Language ................................................................................................................. 18
Color (Computer/Video Mode) ................................................................................. 19
Image (Computer Mode) .......................................................................................... 21
Image (Video Mode).................................................................................................. 22
Audio (Computer/Video Mode) ................................................................................. 23
Management (Computer/Video Mode) ..................................................................... 24
Appendices .......................................................................................................... 28
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 28
Replacing the lamp .......................................................................................... 32
Specifications ................................................................................................... 34
Compatibility Modes ........................................................................................ 35

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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- Whenchangingthelamp,pleaseallowunittocool
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 25).
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- Donotuse lens cap when projector isinoperation.
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 XGA single chip 0.55” DLPTM projector.
Outstanding features include:
True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels
Single chip DLPTM technology
NTSC/PAL/SECAM and HDTV compatible
(480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i)
Full function remote control with laser pointer
User friendly multilingual on screen display menu
Advanced digital keystone correction and high quality full
screen image re-scaling
User friendly control panel
SXGA+, SXGA compression and VGA, SVGA re-sizing
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 with
Laser Pointer
Carrying Case
User’s Guide Quick Start Card
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Audio Cable
VGA to Component
/ HDTV
VGA Cable

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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. Re-Sync
6. Power and Indicator LED (Power LED)
7. Four Directional Select Keys
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Connection Ports
Introduction
1. USB Connector
2. Audio Input Connector
3. PC Analog Signal/HDTV/Component Video Input Connector
4. S-Video Input Connector
5. Composite Video Input Connector
6. Power Socket
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Remote Control with Laser Pointer
Introduction
1. Laser Pointer
2. Transmit Indicator Light
3. Empowering Key
4. Menu
5. Page Up
6. Page Down
7. Keystone -
8. Source
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9. Freeze
10. Hide
11. Re-Sync
12. Mute
13. Laser
14. Keystone +
15. Four Directional Select Keys
16. Power

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Connecting the Projector
Installation
1.............................................................................................. Power Cord
2...................................................................................................... USB Cable
3. ............................................................................................ Audio Cable
4.....................................................................................................VGACable
5................................................................................................S-VideoCable
6................................................................. VGA to Component / HDTV
7............................................................................... Composite Video Cable
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DVD Player,
Settop Box,
HDTV receiver
S-Video Output
Video Output
USB RGB

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Powering On/Off the Projector
Powering On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Ensurethatthepowercordandsignalcablearesecurelyconnected.
The Power LED will flash blue.
3. Turn on the lamp by pressing “ ” button on the control panel.
1And the Power LED will turn steady blue.
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.).
The projector will detect your source automatically.
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.
Power
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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
againto confirm, otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds.
2. The cooling fans continue to operate for about 60 seconds for cooling
cycle and the Power LED will keep blue.
When the Power LED begins 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. 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 solid red for about 10 seconds, 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
ElevatorFoot
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ElevatorButton
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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 10.0 meters).
Installation
This graph is for user’s reference only.
Adjusting Projection Image Size
52.00"
(132.08cm)
104.00"
(264.16cm)
156.80"
(396.24cm)
208.00"
(528.32cm)
260.00"
(660.4cm)
37.50"
(95.3cm)
62.50"
(158.75cm)
125.00"
(317.5cm)
187.50"
(476.25cm)
250.00"
(635cm)
312.50"
(793.75cm)
31.20"
(79.25cm)
3.94" (1.2m)
32.8" (10.0m)
26.24" (8.0m)
19.68" (6.0m)
13.12" (4.0m)
6.56" (2.0m)
Screen
(Diagonal)
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Screen
Size
Max.
Min.
Max.
(WxH)
Min
(WxH)
37.50"
(95.30m)
31.20"
(79.25cm)
30"x22.5"
(76.24x57.18cm)
24.96"x18.72"
(63.4x47.55cm)
3.94" (1.2m)
62.50"
(158.75cm)
52.00"
(132.08cm)
50"x37.5"
(127x95.25cm)
41.6"x31.2"
(105.66x79.24cm)
6.56" (2.0m)
125.00"
(317.50cm)
104.00"
(264.16cm)
100"x75"
(254x190.50cm)
83.2"x62.4"
(211.33x158.50cm)
13.12" (4.0m)
187.50"
(476.25cm)
156.80"
(396.24cm)
150"x112.50"
(381x285.75cm)
125.44"x94.08"
(317x237.75cm)
19.68" (6.0m)
250.00"
(635.00cm)
208.00"
(528.32cm)
200"x150"
(508x381cm)
166.4"x124.8"
(422.66x317cm)
26.24" (8.0m)
312.50"
(793.75cm)
260.00"
(660.40cm)
250"x187.5"
(635x476.25cm)
208"x156"
(528.32x396.24cm)

32.8" (10.0m)
Distance

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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
11-12.
Source
Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i,
S-Video, Composite Video and HDTV sources.
Menu
Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display (OSD) menu.
To exit OSD, press “Menu” again.
Four Directional Select Keys
Use to select items or make adjustments to your
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Using the Remote Control
Power
Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 11-12.
Empowering Key
Display the “Display Mode” submenu of the onscreen display
menu to select display mode from PC, Video, Theatre and User
directly.
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.
Laser
Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this
button to activate the laser pointer.
Mute
Momentarily turns off the audio.
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.
Re-Sync
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 and HDTV sources.
Freeze
Press “Freeze” to pause the screen image.
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On-Screen Display Menus
The Projector has multilingual On Screen Display menus that
allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of
settings. The projector will automatically detect the source.
How to operate
1. To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or
press “Menu”on the Control Panel.
2. When OSD is displayed, use keys to select any item in the
main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press
to enter sub menu for feature setting.
3. Use keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings
by key.
4. Select the next item to be adjusted in the sub menu and adjust as
described above.
5. Press “Menu” on the Remote Control or press “Menu”on the
Control Panel, the screen will return to the main menu.
6. To exit OSD, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or press “Menu
”on the Control Panel again. The OSD menu will close and the
projector will automatically save the new settings.
User Controls
Main Menu
Sub Menu Setting

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Language
Language
Choose the multilingual OSD menu . Use the or key to select
your prefered language.
Press “Menu” on the Remote Control or press “Menu”on the Control
Panel to finalize the selection.
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Color
(Computer / Video
Mode)
Display Mode
There are many factory presets optimized for various types of
images.
PC : For computer or notebook.
Video : For video display.
Theatre : For home theather.
User : Memorize user’s settings.
Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the image.
Press the to darken image.
Press the to lighten the image.
Contrast
The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest
and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes
the amount of black and white in the image.
Press the to decrease the contrast.
Press the to increase the contrast.
Color Temperature
Adjust the color temperature. At higher temperature, the screen
looks colder; at lower temperature, the screen looks warmer.
White Segment
Use the white Segment control to set the white peaking level of DMD
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Color
(Computer / Video
Mode)
chip. 0 stands for minimal segment, and 10 stands for maximum
segment. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum
setting. For a smooth and more natural image, adjust towards the
minimum setting.
Degamma
Effects the represent of dark scenery. With greater gamma value,
dark scenery will look brighter.
Saturation
Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated
color.
Press the to decrease the amount of color in the image.
Press the to increase the amount of color in the image.
Tint
Adjusts the color balance of red and green.
Press the to increase the amount of green in the image.
Press the to increase the amount of red in the image.
Color R
Adjusts the red color.
Color G
Adjusts the green color.
Color B
Adjusts the blue color.
User Controls
”Saturation”
and“Tint”
functions are
not supported
under
computer
mode.
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