Acer Projector H5370BD/E131D/HE-711J Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2012. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector H5370BD/E131D/HE-711J Series User's Guide Original Issue: 12/2012 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications.
iii 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.
iv • • 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.
v 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.
vi • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 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.
vii 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.
viii 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.
First things first iii 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 MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) Control 7 Getting Started Connecting the Projector Turning the Projector On/Off 8 8 10 Turning on the Projector 10 Turning the projector off 11 Adjusting the Projected Image 12 Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 12 How to optimize image size and
Appendices Troubleshooting 30 30 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 35 Cleaning and replacing the dust filters 36 Replacing the Lamp 37 Ceiling Mount Installation 39 Specifications 42 Compatibility modes 44 Regulations and safety notices 49
1 Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP® projector. Outstanding features include: • DLP® technology • 1280 x 720 720P resolution 4:3 / 16:9 / L.
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. MENU SOURC TEMP SYNC LAMP POWER English 2 Projector Power cord VGA cable Security card 2 x Batteries Carrying case E131D/ HE-711J/ H5370BD Series P/N:MC.JG511.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 2 3 1 4 MENU SOUR 6 5 C TEMP SYNC POWE R LAMP 7 8 # Description # 5 Description 1 Power button Zoom lens 2 Control panel 6 Remote control receiver 3 Zoom lever 7 Tilt adjusting wheels 4 Focus ring 8 Security bar Rear side 1 3 2 2 4 6 7 8 9 RS 232 AUDIO IN 1 (MHL) S. VIDEO 12 5 Y VIDEO Pb Pr VGA!IN! 10 12 11 Note: Connector interface is subject to model's specifications.
English 4 Control Panel 1 8 POWER 4 2 3 LAMP TEMP RESYNC 9 5 SOURCE MENU 10 6 # Icon 7 Function Description 1 POWER Power Indicator LED 2 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED 3 TEMP Temp Indicator LED 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. 5 SOURCE Changes the active source. 6 POWER See the contents in "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 7 Empowering key Unique Acer functions: e3D, eView, eTimer, ePower Management.
5 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 19 18 15 # Icon Function 16 20 22 24 23 25 26 27 21 Description 1 Infrared transmitter Sends signals to the projector. 2 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 3 3D Press "3D" to select 3D models. 4 HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to display the image. 5 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto, 4:3, 16:9, L.Box). 6 SOURCE Changes the active source.
English 6 # Icon Function Description 13 Four directional select keys Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection. 14 Pre./ Rewind No function. Enter/ Play/ Pause No function. Back/Stop No function. Next/Fast forward No function. 15 KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security settings". 16 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or previous page.
7 3 2 1 4 5 6 7 9 8 10 11 12 # Icon Component 1 Description Long pressing to trigger the MHL control mode. 2 MUTE To turn on/off the volume. 3 RESYNC Press to select the three MHL control modes. (Navigation/ Multi-Media/Numeric) 4 MENU Press to launch the root memu. (only for Navigation mode) 5 Volume Down/ Decreases/Increases the volume. Volume Up (only for Multi-Media mode) 6 Direction Keys Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection.
Getting Started Connecting the Projector USB S-Video Output MHL DVD player Video Output USB HDMI D-Sub Y 4 12 2 7 3 6 5 HDMI 1 D-Sub Y HDMI B US 2 1 (MHL) Y VIDEO Pb Pr S.
9 English 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: USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m.
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, 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.
11 1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears: "Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown process." Press the power button again. 2 The 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.
English 12 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with tilt adjusting wheels for adjusting the height of image. To raise/lower the image: Use Tilt adjusting wheels to fine-tune the display angle.
13 Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 80" and 87". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 122 cm height is required when located at 3 m distance.
English 14 Top Screen size Desired Distance (m) Diagonal (inch) (Min zoom) W (cm) x H (cm) Top Screen size (Max zoom) From base to Diagonal top of image (inch) (cm) W (cm) x H (cm) From base to top of image (cm) 41 1 27 59 x 33 37 29 65 x 36 1.5 40 88 x 50 56 44 97 x 54 61 2 53 118 x 66 74 58 129 x 73 82 2.5 66 147 x 83 93 73 161 x 91 102 3 80 176 x 99 112 87 194 x 109 122 3.
15 A 60" Desired image size D Height: 70 cm from base to top of image 1.7 m 1.9 m C B Desired Distance The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. Example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 1.7 m and 1.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
English 16 Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm) Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) Max zoom Min zoom 30 66 x 37 1.0 1.1 From base to top of image 42 40 89 x 50 1.4 1.5 56 50 111 x 62 1.7 1.9 70 60 133 x 75 2.1 2.3 84 70 155 x 87 2.4 2.6 98 80 177 x 100 2.7 3.0 112 90 199 x 112 3.1 3.4 126 100 221 x 125 3.4 3.8 140 120 266 x 149 4.1 4.5 168 150 332 x 187 5.1 5.6 210 180 398 x 224 6.2 6.8 252 200 443 x 249 6.9 7.
17 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 on the control pad to launch the OSD for projector installation and maintenance.
English 18 Acer Empowering Technology Acer Empowering Key provide four Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", "Acer ePower Management" and "Acer e3D Management respectively. Press " " key to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function. When the Empowering Menu is displayed, use the " menu. " key to select the main Acer eView Management "Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection.
19 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 or control panel. • When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press submenu for feature setting. • Use the using the to enter keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by keys.
English 20 Color Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. • • • • • • • Bright: For brightness optimization. Standard: For common environment. Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing. Dark Cinema: For dark movie content. Game: For game content. Sports: For sport picture. User: Memorize user's settings. Wall color Use this function to choose a proper color according to the wall.
21 Mode Use this function to choose CT1 (5500K), CT2 (6500K, Native), CT3 (7500K), 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. R Bias Adjusts the red bias for color temperature optimization. G Bias Adjusts the green bias for color temperature optimization. B Bias Adjusts the blue bias for color temperature optimization.
English 22 Image Projection Mode • Front: The factory default setting. • Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen. • Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image. • Desktop • Ceiling: Turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection. Projection Location Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.
23 • 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.
English 24 Setting Startup Screen Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function. Screen Capture Use this function to customize the startup screen. To capture the image that you want to use as the startup screen, follow the instructions below.
25 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.
26 English 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).
27 Volume English Audio • Press to decrease the volume. to increase the volume. • Press 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. Alarm Volume Select this function to adjust the volume of any warning notifications. 3D 3D Choose "On" to enable DLP 3D function.
English 28 2D to 3D 2D to 3D Support most of the 2D contents. Choose "On" to enable 2D to 3D function supported by DLP 3D technology. Please use DLP 3D glasses to have correct performance. "2D to 3D" is only supported under HDMI mode. Mode Choose mode of "Photo", "Movie" and "User" as your prefered 3D setting. Convergence Choose convergrence effect of "Inward", "Middle" and "Outword" as your preferred 3D setting in "User" mode.
29 Language English Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the to select your preferred menu language. • Press to confirm the selection.
English 30 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 # 1 2 Problem No image appears onscreen Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (for PC (Windows 2000/XP/Vista/ Windows 7)) Solution • Connected as described in the "Getting Started" section.
31 4 5 6 7 8 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) The screen of the notebook computer is not displaying your presentation Image is unstable or flickering Image has vertical flickering bar Image is out of focus Image is stretched when displaying a "widescreen" DVD title • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel. • For an incorrectly displayed image: • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer.
English 32 9 10 11 Image is too small or too large Image has slanted sides Image is reversed • • Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector. • Press "MENU" on the remote control. Go to "Image -> Aspect Ratio" and try different settings or press"Aspect Ratio" on the remote control to adjust directly. • 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.
33 # 1 Condition Message Message Reminder 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.
English 34 Problems with the Projector # 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.
35 English LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Lamp LED Temp LED Power LED Red Red Red Blue Standby (power cord plugged in) -- -- V -- Power button ON -- -- -- V Lamp retry -- -- -- Quick flashing Turning off (cooling state) -- -- Quick flashing -- Turning off (cooling completed) -- -- V -- Error (thermal failure) -- V -- V Error (fan lock failure) -- Quick flashing -- V Error (lamp breakdown) V -- -- V Error (color Wheel fail) Quick flashing -- --
English 36 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. PO W ER RE M NC LA SY P TE M P M EN SO U UR CE 1 PO W ER RE M NC LA SY P TE M P M EN SO U UR CE 2 Follow these steps: 1 2 3 4 5 Turn the projector off.
37 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.
English 38 To Change the Lamp 1 Turn off the projector by pressing the power button. 2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down. 3 Disconnect the power cord. 4 Open the screw cover on the right side of the projector. (Illustration #1) 5 Use a screwdriver to loosen the screw on the right side of the projector. (Illustration #2) 6 Push and slide the top cover (Illustration #3) and then open the top cover.
39 If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the steps below: Drill four holes into a solid, structurally sound part of the ceiling, and secure the mount base. 2 m 13 m m 0 m 1 .9 49mm mm 8.4 130 mm 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.
English 40 3 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Smaller Washer Large Washer Projector Bracket Supports projector and allows for adjustments Spacer - For heat dissipation 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.
41 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. English 5 Tightening Screw Allen Key Allen Key Tightening Screw Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is listed in the table below. 3 mm diameter screws are enclosed in the screw pack. Models Screw Type B H5370BD/E131D/HE-711J Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small 3 20 V V 75.28 mm 82.30 mm 55.00 mm 55.00 mm SCREW SPEC.
English 42 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 Native: 720P (1280 x 720) , Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680x1050), 1080p(1920x1080), WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200, RB) Computer compatibility IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+, WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+, WUXGA Video compatibility NTSC (3.
43 • • • • • • • • AC power cord x1 VGA cable x1 Remote control x1 Batteries x 2 (for remote control) User's Guide (CD-ROM) x1 Quick start guide x1 Security card x 1 Carrying case x1 English Standard package contents
English 44 Compatibility modes A. VGA Analog 1 VGA Analog - PC Signal Modes VGA SVGA XGA SXGA QuadVGA SXGA+ UXGA Power Mac G4 i Mac DV (G3) Resolution 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 640x480 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1152x864 1152x864 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280X1024 1280x960 1280x960 1400x1050 1600x1200 640x480 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 1024x768 V.Frequency [Hz] 60 72 75 85 119.
45 VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing Modes WXGA WXGA+ WUXGA WSXGA WSVGA 3 Resolution 1280x768 1280x768 1280x768 1280x720 1280x720 1280x800 1366x768 1440x900 1920x1080-RB 1920x1080-EIA 1920x1200-RB 1680x1050 1024x600 V.Frequency [Hz] 60 75 85 60 119.858 60 60 60 60 60 59.95 60 60 H.Frequency [KHz] 47.78 60.29 68.63 44.80 92.89 49.60 47.71 55.90 66.60 67.50 74.04 65.30 37.30 VGA Analog -Component Signal Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.
English 46 XGA SXGA QuadVGA SXGA+ UXGA PowerBook G4 i Mac DV (G3) 2 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 800x600 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1024x768 1152x864 1152x864 1152x864 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x1024 1280x960 1280x960 1400x1050 1600x1200 640x480 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1152x870 1280x960 1024x768 60 72 75 85 119.85 60 70 75 85 119.804 70 75 85 60 72 75 85 60 75 60 60 60 66.6(67) 60 60 75 75 75 37.88 48.08 46.88 53.67 77.20 48.36 56.48 60.02 68.67 98.80 63.80 67.50 77.10 63.
47 3 60 60 65.30 37.30 V.Frequency [Hz] 59.94(29.97) 59.94 50(25) 50 60 50 60(30) 50(25) 60 50 24/23.97 H.Frequency [KHz] 27.00 31.47 27.00 31.25 45.00 37.50 33.75 33.75 67.50 56.25 27.00 HDMI - Video Signal Modes 480i 480p 576i 576p 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080p 1080p 1080p 4 1680x1050 1024x600 Resolution 720x480 720x480 720x576 720x576 1280x720 1280x720 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 HDMI - 1.
English 48 C. MHL Digital Modes Resolution VGA 480i 576i 480p 480p_2x 576p 576p_2x 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080p 1080p 1080p 640x480 720x480 (1440x480) 720x576 (1440x576) 720x480 1440x480 720x576 1440x576 1280x720 1280x720 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 Graphic source monitor Horizontal scan rate: range limits Vertical scan rate: Max. pixel rate: V.Frequency [Hz] 59.94/60 59.94/60 50(25) 59.94/60 59.94/60 50 50 59.94/60 50 60(30) 50(25) 23.97/24 25 29.97/30 H.Frequency [KHz] 31.
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.
English 50 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.
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.
