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Acer X1278H User Manual
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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, 4.5 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 frequently turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the
projector during operation. 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 remote control.
•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) 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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First things 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".
Information for your safety and comfort iii
First things first viii
Usage Notes viii
Precautions viii
Introduction 1
Product Features 1
Package Overview 2
Projector Overview 3
Projector Outlook 3
Control Panel 4
Remote Control Layout 5
Getting Started 7
Connecting the Projector 7
Turning the Projector On/Off 8
Turning on the Projector 8
Turning the projector off 9
Adjusting the Projected Image 10
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 10
How to optimize image size and distance 11
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting
distance and zoom 13
User Controls 15
Installation menu 15
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 16
Color 17
Image 19
Setting 21
Management 23
Audio 24
3D 25
Language 25
Appendices 26
Troubleshooting 26
Contents
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English
Introduction
Product Features
This product is a single-chip DLP® projector. Outstanding features include:
•DLP® technology
•X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution
Auto/4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported
X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA
resolution
Auto/Full/4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported
•Enables projecting 3D content via DLP Link Technology
•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, Game,
Education, User) enable optimum performance in any situation
•NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported
•Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life
•Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management
approach and physical efficiency improvement
•Equipped with HDMI™ connection supporting HDCP
•Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations
•Smart detection delivers quick, intelligent source detection
•Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus
•X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: Manual focus projection lens zooms
up to 1.1x
X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: Manual focus projection lens
zooms up to 1.2x
•2X(PC)/1.8X(Video) digital zoom and pan function
•Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP, Vista®, Windows 7, Windows 8,
Macintosh® OS compliant
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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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 Power cord 2 x Batteries
(option)
Security card User’s guide Quick start guide
Carrying case
(option)
Dust filters
(option)
Remote control
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Projector Overview
Projector Outlook
Front / upper side
Rear / Left side
#Description #Description
1 Focus ring 5 Tilt adjusting wheels
2 Zoom ring 6 Remote control receiver
3 Control panel 7 Projection lens
4 Lamp cover
#Description #Description
1 Audio output connector 8 RS232 connector
2 Audio input connector 9 DC 5V output
3 Composite video input connector 10 Mini USB connector
4 S-Video input connector 11 Power socket
5 PC analog signal/HDTV/component
video input connector (VGA IN 1 or
VGA IN 2)
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Microphone input connector
6 Monitor loop-through output
connector (VGA OUT)
13 Security bar
7 HDMI input connector 14 Speaker
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<Left side><Rear side>
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Control Panel
#Icon Function Description
1 POWER Power Indicator LED
2 LAMP/TEMP Lamp/Temp Indicator LED
3 POWER See the contents in "Turning the Projector
On/Off" section.
4 SOURCE Changes the active source, short press the
button.
5 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for
distortion caused by tilting the projector (±
40 degrees).
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.
7 Four directional select
keys
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select
items or make adjustments to your
selection.
8 MODE Press "MODE" to select the display mode
from Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video,
Game, Education and User.
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Remote Control Layout
#Icon Function Description
1 Infrared
transmitter
Sends signals to the projector.
2 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.
3 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.
4 Four
directional
select keys
Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make
adjustments to your selection.
5 RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio.
6 MODE Press "MODE" to select the display mode from Bright,
Presentation, Standard, Video, Game, Education and User.
7 3D Press "3D" to select 3D models.
8 Pre./Rewind No function.
Enter/ Play/
Pause
No function.
Back/Stop No function.
Next/Fast
forward
No function.
9 KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security" OSD.
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Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
10 VGA Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This
connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/
1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
11 SD/USB A No function.
12 LAN/WiFi No function.
13 HDMI/DVI To change source to HDMI/MHL. (no DVI function)
14 SOURCE Changes the active source.
15 HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the
image, press again to display the image.
16 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by
tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).
17 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.
18 FREEZE To pause the screen image.
19 MEDIA_HOME No function.
20 MEDIA_SETUP No function.
21 VIDEO To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.
22 COMPONENT No function.
23 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or
previous page. This function is only available when USB Ctrl
connector (mini type B) is connected to a computer via a USB
cable.
24 S-VIDEO To change source to S-Video.
25 USB B For USB control and firmware upgrade.
#Icon Function Description
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Getting Started
Connecting the Projector
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: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Note: USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m.
#Description #Description
1 Power cord 6 RS232 cable
2 VGA cable 7 USB cable
3 Composite video cable 8 Component Video to VGA (DSub)
adapter cable
4 Audio cable jack/RCA 9 HDMI cable
5 S-Video cable 10 USB cable for charging device
HDTV adapter
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Turning the Projector On/Off
Turning on the Projector
1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The
Power indicator LED will flash red.
2 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel or
remote control, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.
3 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 the remote control or direct source key on the remote
control to switch between inputs.
Power button
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Turning the projector off
1 To turn the projector off, press and hold the power button. This message
appears: "Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown
process." Press the power button again.
2 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. (only supported under "Instant
Resume" mode)
3 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. (only supported under "Instant Resume" mode)
4 Once the system has finished cooling, the LED power indicator will stop
blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode.
5 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.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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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/lower the image:
Use Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
Tilt adjusting wheel
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How to optimize image size and distance
•XGA series
Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the
projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen.
If the projector is 2.0 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for
image sizes between 46" and 50".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 100 cm height is
required when located at 2.0 m distance.
Desired
Distance
(m)
<A>
Screen size Top Screen size Top
(Min zoom) (Max zoom)
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x H
(cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x H
(cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
1.5 34 70 x 53 68 38 77 x 58 75
246 93 x 70 91 50 103 x 77 100
2.5 57 117 x 88 114 63 128 x 96 125
3 69 140x 105 137 76 154 x 115 150
3.5 80 164 x 123 159 88 179 x 135 175
4 92 187 x 140 182 101 205 x 154 200
4.5 103 210 x 158 205 114 231 x 173 225
5 115 234 x 175 228 126 256 x 192 250
6 138 280 x 210 273 151 308 x 231 300
7 161 327 x 245 319 177 359 x 269 350
8 184 374 x 280 364 202 410 x 308 400
9 207 421 x 315 410 227 462 x 346 450
10 230 467 x 350 456 252 513 x 385 500
Zoom Ratio: 1.1x
50"
46"
46"
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AC
B
Height: 100 cm
from base to
top of image
Height:
91 cm
2.0 m
Desired Distance
Max screen size
Min screen size
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•WXGA series
Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the
projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen.
If the projector is 2.0 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for
image sizes between 52" and 62".
Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 105 cm height is
required when located at 2.0 m distance.
Desired
Distance
(m)
<A>
Screen size Top Screen size Top
(Min zoom) (Max zoom)
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x H
(cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
Diagonal
(inch)
<B>
W (cm) x H
(cm)
From base to top
of image (cm)
<C>
1.5 39 84 x 52 65 47 101 x 63 79
252 112 x 70 87 62 134 x 84 105
2.5 65 140 x 87 109 78 168 x 105 131
3 78 168 x 105 131 93 201 x 126 157
3.5 91 196 x 122 153 109 235 x 147 184
4 104 223 x 140 175 125 268 x 168 210
4.5 117 251 x 157 196 140 302 x 189 236
5 130 279 x 175 218 156 336 x 210 262
6 156 335 x 209 262 187 403 x 252 315
7 182 391 x 244 306 218 470 x 294 367
8 207 447 x 279 349 249 537 x 336 419
9 233 503 x 314 393 280 604 x 378 472
10 259 559 x 349 436 312 671 x 419 524
Zoom Ratio: 1.2x
62"
52"
52"
2
AC
B
Height: 105 cm
from base to
top of image
Height:
87 cm
2.0 m
Desired Distance
Max screen size
Min screen size
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How to get a preferred image size by adjusting
distance and zoom
•XGA series
The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either
the position or the zoom ring.
To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 2.4 m and 2.6 m
from the screen.
Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
<A> W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom
<B>
Min zoom
<C>
From base to top of
image
<D>
30 61 x 46 1.2 1.3 59
40 81 x 61 1.6 1.7 79
50 102 x 76 2.0 2.2 99
60 122 x 91 2.4 2.6 119
70 142 x 107 2.8 3.0 139
80 163 x 122 3.2 3.5 158
90 183 x 137 3.6 3.9 178
100 203 x 152 4.0 4.3 198
120 244 x 183 4.8 5.2 238
150 305 x 229 5.9 6.5 297
180 366 x 274 7.1 7.8 357
200 406 x 305 7.9 8.7 396
250 508 x 381 9.9 10.9 495
300 610 x 457 11.9 594
Zoom Ratio: 1.1x
A
C
D
B
Desired Distance
2.6 m
2.4 m
Height: 119 cm
from base to top
of image
60"
Desired
image size
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•WXGA series
The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either
the position or the zoom ring.
To obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 1.9 m and 2.3 m
from the screen.
Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)
<A> W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom
<B>
Min zoom
<C>
From base to top of
image
<D>
30 65 x 40 1.0 1.2 50
40 86 x 54 1.3 1.5 67
50 108 x 67 1.6 1.9 84
60 129 x 81 1.9 2.3 101
70 151 x 94 2.2 2.7 118
80 172 x 108 2.6 3.1 135
90 194 x 121 2.9 3.5 151
100 215 x 135 3.2 3.9 168
120 258 x 162 3.9 4.6 202
150 323 x 202 4.8 5.8 252
180 388 x 242 5.8 6.9 303
200 431 x 269 6.4 7.7 337
250 538 x 337 8.0 9.6 421
300 646 x 404 9.6 505
Zoom Ratio: 1.2x
A
C
D
B
Desired Distance
2.3 m
1.9 m
Height: 101 cm
from base to top
of image
60"
Desired
image size
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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 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad.
2 Press the "MENU" button to launch the OSD for projector installation and
maintenance.
3 The background pattern acts as a guide to adjusting the calibration and alignment
settings, such as screen size and distance, focus and more .
4 The Installation menu includes the following options:
•Projection
•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.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Installation
Projection
Keystone
Language
Reset
English
Select Adjust Exit
Press
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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.
•When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the
main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press to enter
submenu for feature setting.
•Use the keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by
using the keys.
•Select the next item to be adjusted in the submenu and adjust as described
above.
•Press "MENU" on the remote control, the screen will return to the main
menu.
•To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control again. The OSD menu
will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings.
Note: Some of the following OSD settings may not be available. Please
refer to the actual OSD of your projector.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Main menu
Sub menu
Setting
Color
Display Mode
Wall color
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Tint
Color Temperature
Dynamic Black
Gamma
Off
Press
Video
Select Adjust Main Menu
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Color
Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of
images.
•Bright: For brightness optimization.
•Presentation: For meeting presentation.
•Standard: For common environment.
•Video: For playing video in a bright environment.
•Game: For game content.
•Education: For education environment.
•User: Memorize user's settings.
Wall color Use this function to choose a proper color according to the wall.
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.
Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image.
•Press to darken the image.
•Press to lighten the image.
Contrast "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.
•Press to decrease the contrast.
•Press to increase the contrast.
Saturation Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated
color.
•Press to decrease the amount of color in the image.
•Press to increase the amount of color in the image.
Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green.
•Press to increase the amount of green in the image.
•Press to increase the amount of red in the image.
Color
Temperature
Mode
Use this function to choose CT1, CT2 (Native), CT3, User mode.
R Gain
Adjusts the red gain for color temperature optimization.
G Gain
Adjusts the green gain for color temperature optimization.
B Gain
Adjusts the blue gain for color temperature optimization.
Dynamic Black Choose "On" to automatically optimize the display of dark movie
scenes enabling them to be shown in incredible detail.
Gamma Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma
value, dark scenery looks brighter.
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Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Image
Projection
• Front-Desktop: The factory default setting.
• Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the projector
reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent
screen.
• Rear-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector
reverses and inverts the image at same time. You can project from
behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection.
• Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector
inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection.
Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired 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.
<Note> The Full function is only available for WXGA series.
Auto Keystone Automatically adjusts vertical image.
Manual Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees)
<Note> The Manual Keystone function is unavailable under Auto
Keystone setting to "On".
Sharpeness Adjusts the sharpness of the image.
•Press to decrease the sharpness.
•Press to increase the sharpness.
H. Position
(horizontal
position)
•Press to move the image left.
•Press to move the image right.
V. Position
(vertical position) •Press to move the image down.
•Press 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.
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Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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Setting
Source Lock 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.
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"
Reset •Press the button and choose "Yes" to return the
parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.
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: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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 when plugging the
power cord in.", 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 to 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.
DC 5V OUT
(Standby) •Select "On" to enable 5V/1A power supply function.
•Select "Off" to turn off 5V/1A power supply function
HDMI CEC This feature supports Google® Chromecast™. Chromecast™ is a
thumb-sized media streaming device that plugs into the HDMI port
of the projector and sets the HDMI CEC to "On" (default setting is
"Off"), while the power is supplied by connecting the device's
micro-USB port to the DC 5V output port of the projector. See more
at chromecast.com.
No matter the projector is turned on or off (with the power
supplied) and a Chromecast™ is plugged in correctly, the projector
will be triggered by HDMI CEC commands and switch to the
corresponding source while activating the Chromecast™ to cast.
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Management
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
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 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.
Turn Off Mode •Instant Off: Shuts down the projector without fan cooling.
•Instant Resume: Resumes the system when the Power button
is pressed again within 2 minutes.
Auto Shutdown The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal
input after the allocated time. (default is 120 minutes)
AC Power On When this feature is enabled, the projector automatically turns on
when power is connected. This allows control of ceiling mounted
projectors with a wall power switch.
Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
Lamp Reminding 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.
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Audio
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.
Volume •Press to decrease the volume.
•Press to increase the volume.
MIC Volume •Press to decrease the microphone volume.
•Press to increase the microphone volume.
Mute •Choose "On" to mute the volume.
•Choose "Off" to restore the volume.
Power On/Off Volume Select this function to adjust the notification volume when
turning the projector on/off.
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3D
Note: It needs correct settings on graphic card 3D application program for
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,
- Stereoscopic Player (Trial):
http://www.3dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx
- DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial):
http://www.tridef.com/download/TriDef-3-D-Experience-4.0.2.html
Note: "3D L/R Invert" is only available when 3D is enabled.
Note: There has reminder screen if 3D still enable when power on projector.
Please adjust setting depended on your purpose.
Language
3D Choose "On" to enable DLP 3D function.
•On: Choose this item while using DLP 3D glasses, 120Hz 3D
capable graphics cards and HQFS format file or DVD with
corresponding SW player.
•Off: Turn off 3D mode.
3D Format If the 3D content is not displayed correctly, you can select a 3D
format that suits the 3D content you are viewing and obtain the
best result.
24P 3D 144 Hz for flicker-less 3D
3D L/R Invert 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).
3D Warning Message Choose "On" to display the 3D warning message.
Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the or key
to select your preferred menu language.
•Press to confirm the selection.
Note: 3D display is now enabled.
1. Please make sure you have the correct 3D signals and glasses.
2. Remember to turn 3D off if you don’t want to see 3D images.
3. If the 3D display isn’t correct, please try to enable 3D Sync Invert.
4. Display mode options will be disabled while in 3D mode.
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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 the projector is switched on.
2 Partial, scrolling
or incorrectly
displayed image
(for PC (Windows
2000/XP/Vista/
Windows 7/
Windows 8))
•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 WUXGA-RB (1920 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 WUXGA-RB (1920 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
WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200).
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3 Partial, scrolling
or incorrectly
displayed image
(For notebooks)
•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 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.
6 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.
7 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 feet (1.2 to 11.9
meters) (XGA series) / 3.9 to 31.6 feet (1.2 to 9.6
meters) (WXGA series) from the projector. Refer to
the "How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting
Distance and Zoom" section for more information.
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 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.
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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
"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
Problems with the Projector
# Condition Message Reminder
1 Message 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.
# 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.
Fan Fail.
Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
Projector Overheated.
Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.
Replacement suggested!
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LED & Alarm Definition Listing
LED Messages
Message
Lamp/Temp LED Power LED
Red Purple Red Blue
Input power plug -- -- Flash ON to
OFF 100ms
--
Standby -- -- ON --
Power button ON -- -- -- ON
Lamp retry -- -- -- Quick
Flashing
Power off (Cooling
state)
-- -- Quick
Flashing
--
Power button OFF
(cooling completed;
standby mode)
-- -- ON --
Error (thermal failure) -- ON -- ON
Error (fan lock) -- Quick
Flashing
-- ON
Error (lamp breakdown) ON -- -- ON
Error (color wheel fail) Quick
Flashing
-- -- ON
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Cleaning and replacing the dust filters
Cleaning the dust filters
Clean the dust filters after every 1000 hours of use. If they are note cleaned
periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation.
This can cause overheating and damage the projector.
Follow these steps:
1 Turn the projector off. Wait for the Power LED to stop flashing then
unplug the power cord.
2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.
3 Pull out the dust filter. (Illustration #1)
4 To clean the dust filters, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for
computers and other office equipment. (Illustration #2)
5 If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, please contact your
local dealer or service center to obtain a new filter.
2
1
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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.
To Change the Lamp
Turn off the projector by pressing the Power button.
Allow the projector at least 30 minutes to cool down.
Disconnect the power cord.
1 Remove the cover (a) of the screw fixing
the lamp cover with a fingernail. If it is
difficult to remove it with a fingernail,
use a finetipped tool such as flathead
screwdriver.
2 Remove the screw (b) and slide the lamp
cover (c) for removal.
3 Remove the lamp module cover (d).
4 Remove the screws (e) that secure the
lamp module.
Pull out the lamp module (g) by the
handle (f).
To replace the lamp module, use a new lamp
and reverse the above steps.
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.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(f) (g)
(e)
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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.
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13
mm
8.4
mm
130 mm
49.9
mm
Ceiling Mount Base
- Attach to ceiling
Screw Type A
50 mm length / 8 mm diameter -
Long Rod
Extension Rod
Long Cylinder Cap
Tightening Screw
Medium Rod
Allen Key
- For tightening/loosening
Short 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.
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.
-
Smaller Washer
Projector Bracket
Large Washer
Supports projector and
allows for adjustments
Screw Type B
Spacer
- For heat dissipation
-
Screw Type A
50 mm length/
8 mm diameter
Large cylinder cap
Allen Key
Tightening Screw
- For tightening/loosening
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5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.
Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is
listed in the table below. 4 mm diameter screws are enclosed in
the screw pack.
Screw Type B Washer Type
Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small
425VV
Tightening Screw
Allen Key
Tightening Screw
Allen Key
SCREW SPEC. M4 x 25 mm
57.07
29.02
89 88 46.45
232.5
29.02 57.07
47.23
90.46
85.76
232.5
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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 DLP®
Resolution •X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: Native
1024 x 768 XGA resolution
•X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: Native
1280 x 800 WXGA resolution
Computer compatibility IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and
VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+,
WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA +
Video compatibility 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)
Aspect ratio 4:3, 16:9, Full (only available for X1378WH/M226/PE-
W27/FWX1501 series)
Displayable colors 16.7 million colors
Projection lens •X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: F = 2.5 ~
2.7, f = 22.08~24.28 mm, 1.1X manual zoom and
manual focus
•X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: F =
2.59 ~ 2.86, f = 20.99 ~25.61 mm, 1.2X manual
zoom and manual focus
Projection screen size (diagonal) •X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: 28" (70
cm) ~ 300" (762 cm)
•X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: 31"
(79 cm) ~ 300" (762 cm)
Projection distance •X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: 3.9' (1.2
m) ~ 39.0' (11.9 m)
•X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: 3.9'
(1.2 m) ~ 31.6' (9.6 m)
Throw ratio • X1278H/M216/PE-X27/FNX1502 series: 50"@2 m
(1.95 ~ 2.14:1)
•X1378WH/M226/PE-W27/FWX1501 series: 62"@2
m (1.49 ~ 1.79:1)
Horizontal scan rate 31k - 100 kHz
Vertical refresh scan rate 50 -120 Hz
Lamp type 260W user-replaceable lamp
Keystone correction ±40 degrees
Weight 2.8 Kg (6.17 Ibs)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 319 mm X 224 mm X 103 mm (12.6" x 8.8" x 4.1")
Digital Zoom 2X(PC)/1.8X(Video)
Power supply AC input 100 - 240 V auto-switching power supply
Power consumption Normal mode: 325W ± 10% @ 110VAC
ECO mode: 260W ± 10% @ 110VAC
Standby mode < 0.5W
Operating temperature 0ºC to 40ºC / 32ºF to 104ºF
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Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Standard package contents •AC power cord x1
•Remote control x1
•Battery x2 (for remote control) (option)
•User's guide (CD-ROM) x1
•Quick start guide x1
•Security card x1
•Carrying case x1 (option)
I/O connectors •Power socket
•VGA IN 1 x 1
•VGA IN 2 x 1
•VGA output x 1
•RS232
•3.5 mm audio jack output x 1
•3.5 mm audio jack input x 1
•3.5 mm microphone jack input x 1
•S-Video x 1
•Composite video x 1
•Mini USB x1 (for firmware upgrade)
•USB type A x1 (5V/1A power supply)
•HDMI x 1
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Compatibility modes
HDMI Digital
1 HDMI - PC Signal
2 HDMI - Extended Wide timing
Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
VGA 640x480 60 31.5
640x480 72 37.9
640x480 75 37.5
640x480 85 43.3
640x480 120 61.9
SVGA 800x600 56 35.1
800x600 60 37.9
800x600 72 48.1
800x600 75 46.9
800x600 85 53.7
800x600 120 77.4
XGA 1024x768 60 48.4
1024x768 70 56.5
1024x768 75 60.0
1024x768 85 68.7
1024x768 120 99.0
SXGA 1152x864 70 63.8
1152x864 75 67.5
1152x864 85 77.1
1280x1024 60 64.0
1280x1024 72 77.0
1280x1024 75 80.0
1280x1024 85 91.1
QuadVGA 1280x960 60 60.0
1280x960 75 75.2
SXGA+ 1400x1050 60 65.3
UXGA 1600x1200 60 75.0
PowerBook G4 640x480 60 31.4
PowerBook G4 640x480 66.6(67) 34.9
PowerBook G4 800x600 60 37.9
PowerBook G4 1024x768 60 48.4
PowerBook G4 1152x870 75 68.7
PowerBook G4 1280x960 75 75.0
i Mac DV (G3) 1024x768 75 60.0
Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
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3 HDMI - Video Signal
4 HDMI - 1.4a 3D Timing
WXGA 1280x768 60 47.8
1280x768 75 60.3
1280x768 85 68.6
1280x720 60 44.8
1280x720 120 92.9
1280x800 60 49.6
*1280x800-RB 119.909 101.6
1440x900 60 59.9
WSXGA+ 1680x1050 60 65.3
1920x1080
(1080P) 60 67.5
1366x768 60 47.7
WUXGA 1920x1200-RB 59.94 74.04
Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
480i 720x480(1440x480) 59.94 (29.97) 15.7
576i 720x576(1440x576) 50(25) 15.6
480p 720x480 59.94 31.5
576p 720x576 50 31.6
720p 1280x720 60 45.0
720p 1280x720 50 37.5
1080i 1920x1080 60(30) 33.8
1080i 1920x1080 50(25) 28.1
1080p 1920x1080 23.97/24 27.0
1080p 1920x1080 60 67.5
1080p 1920x1080 50 56.3
Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
720p (Frame Packing) 1280x720 50 37.5
720p (Frame Packing) 1280x720 60 45.0
1080p (Frame Packing ) 1920x1080 24 27.0
720p (Frame Packing) 1280x720 50 37.5
720p (Frame Packing) 1280x720 60 45.0
1080i (Top and Bottom) 1920x1080 50 (25) 28.1
1080i (Top and Bottom) 1920x1080 60 (30) 33.8
1080p (Top and Bottom) 1920x1080 24 27.0
1080p (Top and Bottom) 1920x1080 50 56.3
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Note: * Functions vary depending on model definition.
1080p (Top and Bottom) 1920x1080 60 67.5
720p (Side by Side (Half)) 1280x720 60 45.0
1080i (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x1080 50 (25) 28.1
1080i (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x1080 60 (30) 33.8
1080p (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x1080 50 56.3
1080p (Side by Side (Half)) 1920x1080 60 67.5
Graphic source monitor
range limits
Horizontal scan rate: 15k-100kHz
Vertical scan rate: 24-120 Hz
Max. pixel rate: 165 MHz
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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: The regulatory information below 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).
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.
List of applicable countries
This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the
country of use. For further information, please contact the 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, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi
New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
Declaration of Conformity
We,
Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan
Contact Person: Mr. RU Jan, e-mail: ru.jan@acer.com
And,
Acer Italy s.r.l
Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy
Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913
www.acer.it
Declare under our own responsibility that the product:
Product: DLP Pro
j
ector
Trade Name: Acer
Model Number: FNX1502/FWX1501
To which this declaration refers conforms to the relevant standard or other standardizing documents:
x EN55022:2010 Class B; EN 55024:2010
x EN61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009, Class A
x EN61000-3-3:2008
x EN 60950-1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010+A12:2011
x Regulation (EC) No. 1275/ 2008; EN 62301:2005
x EN50581:2012
We hereby declare above product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and RoHS Directive
2011/65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign
requirements for energy-related product.
Year to begin affixing CE marking 2015
_______________________________ August. 1, 2015
RU Jan / Sr. Manager Date
Regulation, Acer Inc.
Acer America Corporation
333 West San Carlos St.,
Suite 1500
San Jose, CA 95110
U. S. A.
Tel: 254-298-4000
Fax: 254-298-4147
www.acer.com
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: FNX1502/FWX1501
Machine Type: X1278H/M216/PE-X27/X1378WH/M226/
PE-W27
Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation
Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St.
Suite 1500
San Jose, CA 95110
U. S. A.
Contact Person: Acer Representative
Phone No.: 254-298-4000
Fax No.: 254-298-4147