Acer XD1150 Series User manual

ModelName:PD100/PD100D/PD120/
PD120D/XD1170D/XD1270D/XD1150/
XD1250
SERVICEMANUAL
Date Revise Version Description
2005/8 V1.0 Initial Issue(PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D)
2006/7 V2.0 Add XD1170D/1270D model, add page 2/5/7/15/49/80-111
2006/8 V3.0 Add XD1150/XD1250 model
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Preface
Thismanualisapplied toAcerPD100 0.55 inch120DDRDMDSVGAMicroPortable
Projector/PD100D0.55 inch120DDRDMDSVGAMicroPortableProjector/PD120 0.55
inch120DDRDMDSVGAMicroPortableProjector/PD120D0.55inch120DDRDMDSVGA
MicroPortableProjector/XD1170D0.55 inch120DDRDMDSVGAMicroPortableProjector
/XD1270D0.55 inch120DDRDMDXGAMicroPortableProjector/XD1150 0.55 inch120
DDRDMDSVGAMicroPortableProjector/XD1250 0.55 inch120DDRDMDXGAMicro
PortableProjector.The manualgivesyouabriefdescription ofbasictechnicalinformationto
helpinserviceand maintaining the product.
Yourcustomerswill appreciatethe quick responsetimewhen you immediatelyidentify
problemsthatoccurwithourproducts.Weexpectyourcustomerswillappreciatethe service
thatyouofferthem.
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Preface
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TableofContents
Chapter1SystemIntroduction 1-1
TechnicalSpecification 1-1
ProductOverview1-3
Chapter2MechanicalDisassemblyand Reassembly 2-1
EquipmentNeeded 2-1
GeneralInformation 2-1
MechanicalDisassemblyProcedure 2-2
MechanicalReassemblyProcedure 2-15
Chapter3Troubleshooting 3-1
EquipmentNeeded 3-1
LEDLighting Message 3-1
MainProcedure 3-2
Chapter4Function Testand AlignmentProcedure 4-1
Product/TestEquipment/TestCondition 4-1
InspectionProcecdure 4-2
Guide toEntering ServiceMode and FactoryReset(PD100)4-5
Chapter5FirwareUpgrade 5-1
EquipmentNeeded 5-1
InstallationProcedure 5-2
USBDriverUpgrade Procedure 5-4
FirmwareUpgrade Procedure 5-6
Chapter6EDIDUpgrade 6-1
EquipmentNeeded 6-1
Setup Procedure 6-2
EDIDKey-inProcedure 6-2
AppendixAExplodedOverview
AppendixBSerialNumberDefinition System

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SystemIntroduction
Item Description
Dimensions (WxHxD) 230 x 122.8 x 238 mm
Tilt Angle 7 degree with elevator mechanism
Keystone correction +/-16 degree (32 degree) (Horizontal)
Lamp Door Projection Lamp power supply shut off automatically when door open
Power Supply
Universal AC 100-240V ~ 50-60Hz with PFC input
200W for Philips UHP Lamp @ normal operation
Variance FAN speed control
(Depends on temperature variant)
Throw Distance 1.5m - 10m (Optical Performance)
1.5m - 12m (Mechanical Travel)
Contrast 1000 : 1 Full White and Black (Minimum; Full Power Mode)
1800 : 1 Full White and Black (Typical; Full Power Mode)
Uniformity 75% Japan standard (Minimum; Full Power Mode)
85% Japan standard (Typical; Full Power Mode)
Temperature Opterating : 5~35oC
Storage : -20~60oC
Maximum Humidity Operating : 5~35oC, 80%RH (Max.), non-condensing
Storage : -20~60oC, 80%RH (Max.), non-condensing
Lamp Life 1500 hours min, 50% survival rate (Full Power Mode)
2000 hours min, 50% survival rate (Eco Mode)
Altitude
Operating : 0~2,500 ft for 5 oC~35oC
2,500~5,000 ft for 5 oC~30oC
5,000~10,000 ft for 5 oC~25oC
Storage : 40,000 ft (Max.)
MTBF Operating more than 12,000 hours (90% Confidence Level)
Chapter1
TechnicalSpecification(PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D/
XD1170D/XD1270D/XD1150/XD1250)
TechnicalSpecification(PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D)
Item Description
Weight Approx. 4.85 lbs (2.2 Kg)
Projection Lens F#2.7~3.0, f=21.83mm~23.81mm, 1.10X Mechanical Zoom Lens
Brightness 1700 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Full Power Mode)
1170 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Eco Mode)
Acoustic noise level 38 dB(A) (Typical, Under 23 +/- 20C; Full Power Mode without DVD/wireless)
30 dB(A) (Typical, Under 23 +/- 20C; Eco Mode without DVD/wireless)

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TechnicalSpecification(XD1170D)
Item Description
Weight Approx. 5.3 lbs (2.4 Kg)
Projection Lens F#2.35~2.47, f=21.83mm~23.81mm, 1.10X Mechanical Zoom Lens
Brightness 1850 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Full Power Mode)
1450 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Eco Mode)
Acoustic noise level 35 dB(A) (Typical, Under 23 +/- 20C; Full Power Mode without DVD/wireless)
30 dB(A) (Typical, Under 23 +/- 20C; Eco Mode without DVD/wireless)
Computer Compatibility SVGA: 800 x 600
TechnicalSpecification(XD1270D)
Item Description
Weight Approx. 4.85 lbs (2.2 Kg)
Projection Lens F#2.35~2.47, f=21.83mm~23.81mm, 1.10X Mechanical Zoom Lens
Brightness 1850 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Full Power Mode)
1450 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Eco Mode)
Acoustic noise level 35 dB(A) (Typical, Under 23 +/- 20C; Full Power Mode without DVD/wireless)
30 dB(A) (Typical, Under 23 +/- 20C; Eco Mode without DVD/wireless)
Computer Compatibility XGA: 1024 x 768
TechnicalSpecification(XD1150/XD1250)
Item Description
Weight < 5.0 lbs
Projection Lens F#2.35~2.47, f=21.83mm~23.81mm, 1.10X Mechanical Zoom Lens
Brightness 1450 ANSI Lumens (Typical; Full Power Mode)
1150 ANSI Lumens (Engineering Minimum; Full power mode)
Acoustic noise level Typical 35 dB(A) and maximum 37 dB(A) at 23 +/- 20C
Computer Compatibility SVGA: 800 x 600 (for XD1150)
XGA: 1024 x 768 (for XD1250)

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ProductOverview
MainUnit
Item Description
1Focus Ring
2Zoom Ring
3Zoom Lens
4Elevator Button
5Elevator Foot
6Remote Control Receiver
7Connection Ports
8Power Socket
9Control Panel

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ControlPanel
Item Description
1Lamp Indicator LED
2Temp Indicator LED
3Power / Standby and Indicator LED (Power LED)
4Source
5Resync
6Four Directional Select Keys
7Menu

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Connection Ports
Item Description
1DVI Input Connector (for Digital signal with HDCP function) (Optional)
(for PD100D/PD120D/XD1170D/XD1270D only)
2PC Analog Signal / HDTV / Component Video Input Connector
3Audio Input Connector
(for PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D/XD1170D/XD1270D only)
4S-Video Input Connector
5Monitor Loop-through Output Connector
(for PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D/XD1170D/XD1270D only)
6USB Connector
7Remote Control IR Receiver
(for PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D only)
8Composite Video Input Connector
9KensingtonTM Lock Port
10 5V DC Output Jack (dfor attached dongle device)
(for PD100/PD120 only)
11 RS232 Connector
(for XD1170D/XD1270D only)

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Item Description
1Power Cord
2VGA Cable
3Composite Video Cable
4USB Cable
5VGA to Component / HDTV Adapter
6S-Video Cable
7Audio Cable Jack / Jack
(for PD100/PD100D/PD120/PD120D/XD1170D/XD1270D only)
8DVI Cable (Optional Accessory)
(for PD100D/PD120D/XD1170D/XD1270D only)
95V DC Output Jack for attached Dongle Device
(for PD100/PD120 only)
Connecting theProjector

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Mechanical Disassembly & Reassembly
This section provides disassembly & Reassembly procedures for PD100 Micro Portable SVGA
DMD Projector. Before you begin any of these procedures, be sure to turn off the power,
computer system, and other attached devices; then disconnect the power cable from the
electrical outlet. Moreover, when you disassemble the projector, be sure to put the screws
in a safe place and separate them according to their category.
Equipment Needed
Chapter 2
General Information
Before You Begin
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following
procedures:
1. Turn off the power of the system and all the peripherals.
2. Unplug the AC adapter and all power and signal cables from the system.
3. Anti-static wrist strap.
Item Photo Item Photo
Philips (+) : 107 Philips (+) : 102
Screw Bit Hex Screw :
5mm
Tweezers Screw Bit

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1. Remove Lamp Module
No Procedure Photo
1 Unscrew 2 screws to remove
the Lamp Cover.
2 Unscrew 2 screws to remove
the Lamp Module.
Mechanical Disassembly Procedure

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2. Remove IO Cover / Top Cover
No Procedure Photo
1 Unscrew 2 screws & 6 hex
screws to remove the IO
Cover.
Unscrew 2 screws & 2 hex
screws to remove the IO
Cover.
(Note: Only for XD1150/
XD1250)
2 1. Lift up the Top Cover first
and then pull the Bottom
Cover for easily separting the
Top Cover.
2. Remove 1 FPC Cable to
remove the Top Cover.
XD1150/XD1250

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3. Remove Keypad Board
No Procedure Photo
1 1. Unscrew 4 screws to
remove the Keypad Board.
2. Separate the Keypad
Module.
2 Unscrew 2 screws to remove
the Top Cover Shielding.

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4. Remove Front Cover / IR Sensor Board / Elevator
Push Button
No Procedure Photo
1 1. Unscrew 1 screw to remove
the IR Receiver.
2. Unscrew 2 screws to
remove the Front Cover.
2 Unplug 1 connector (red color)
to remove the Front Cover
Module.
3 Remove the Front IR Cover
directly, and loosen 2 tenons
to remove the IR Receiver
Board.
4 Loosen 2 tenons to remove
the Elevator Push Button
directly.

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5. Remove Bottom Cover Module
No Procedure Photo
1 Remove Bottom Cover
Sponge.
2 Remove Side Covers. (Right
Cover & Left Cover)
Note 1:
When disassembing the Side
Cover, push the side cover
outside forwards and then pull
it up directly.
Note 2:
When reassembing the Side
Cover, please locate & align
the tenons as the picture
shows.
3 Unplug 2 tenons in the
shieldings to separate the
Bottom Cover Module with the
unit.

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6. Remove Main Board
No Procedure Photo
1 Unplug 8 connectors first and
then unscrew 4 screws.
Note:
When Reassembling the
Main Board with the Top
Cover, please be aware of the
wire arrangement. The wire
arrangement should go as the
picture shows (not exceeding
1/2 of the red blank space) to
best allocate the Top Cover
Sponge.
2 1. Lift up the front part of Main
Board first; then, take off the
Main Board.
2. Unplug 1 connector to
remove the Main Board.

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7. Remove EMI Shielding / Speaker
No Procedure Photo
1 Unscrew 4 screws to remove
the EMI Shielding Cover of
units.
2 Unscrew 2 screws to remove
the Speaker.
Note:
The Speaker isn’t designed
with error-proof. Please be
aware of wire-arrangement as
the picture shows.