Acer Projector P1173/X1171/X1173/X1173A/ X1173N/X1173H/X1273/X1273N/ X1273H/X1373W/X1373WH Series User's Guide
Copyright © 2013. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector User's Guide Original Issue: 11/2013 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 or 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, please 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.
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 Thing 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 projector 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 Thing 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 Feature Introduction 7 Getting Started 8 Connecting the Projector 8 Turning the Projector On/Off 9 Turning On the Projector 9 Turning Off the Projector 10 Adjusting the Projected Image 11 Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image 11 How to Optimize Image Size and Distance 1
Troubleshooting 28 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 32 Replacing the Lamp 33 Ceiling Mount Installation 34 Specifications 37 Compatibility Modes 40 Regulations and safety notices 44
1 Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP® projector, including the following outstanding features: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DLP® technology P1173/X1171/X1173/X1173A/X1173N/X1173H: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution, Auto/4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported X1273/X1273N/X1273H: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution, Auto/4:3/16:9 aspect ratio supported X1373W/X1373WH: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution,Auto/Full/4:3 / 16:9/L.
English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure you have them all. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.
3 English Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front/upper side 4 1 5 6 2 7 3 # Description # 5 Description 1 Control panel Zoom ring 2 Projection lens 6 Focus ring 3 Tilt adjusting wheel 7 Remote control receiver 4 Power key and Power indicator LED Rear side -1 -2 (P1173/X1173H/ X1273H/X1373WH) (X1173N/X1273N) (X1171/X1173) -1 -2 (X1173A/X1273/ X1373W) # Description # 7 Description 1 RS232 connector Audio input connector 2 Mini USB connector 3 HDMI (MHL) connector 8
English 4 Control Panel 1 7 2 3 8 4 9 5 10 6 3 # Function Description 1 LAMP 2 POWER indicator Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. LED 3 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. 5 MENU Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits the OSD menu.
5 Model No:E-26171 (X1171/X1173N/ X1173H/X1273/ X1273N/X1273H) MC.JG811.009 (P1173/X1173/ X1173A/X1373W/ X1373WH) # Function Description 1 POWER 2 MEDIA SETUP Opens MEDIA SETUP page. 3 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. 4 MODE 5 Keystone Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. Chooses a display mode. Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). Selects items or makes adjustments to your selection.
English 6 # Function Description 13 SOURCE Chooses RGB, component video, S-Video, composite video, HDMI or HDTV source. 14 HIDE Press "HIDE" to hide screen image; press again to display the image. 15 MENU Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) menu, returns to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exits the OSD menu. 16 PgUp/PgDn For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or previous page. This function is only available when connected to a computer via a USB cable.
7 When your smartphone is connected to the projector, you can use some buttons on the remote control to control your smartphone. Press "MODE" for one second to enter or leave the MHL control mode. After entering the MHL control mode, press "SOURCE" to switch between the navigation mode (default), media mode and numeric mode. Description # 4 Function MODE Navigation mode After entering the MHL control mode, press to switch between the navigation mode (default), media mode and numeric mode.
English 8 Getting Started Connecting the Projector VGA DVD player, Set-top box, HDTV receiver RS232 Display Video/S-Video Output R B G 9 R B G Speakers 3 D-Sub HDTV adapter -1 -2 # 1 Description Power cord # 6 Description S-Video cable 2 VGA cable 7 RS232 cable 3 VGA to component video/HDTV adapter 8 USB cable 4 Composite video cable 9 3 RCA component cable 5 Audio cable 10 HDMI (MHL) cable Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the tim
9 Turning On the Projector 1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will light red. 2 Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) 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 (when the Source Lock function is disabled).
English 10 Turning Off the Projector 1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears: "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process" Press the power button again. 2 The LED Power indicator will turn solid red to indicate standby mode. 3 It is now safe to unplug the power cord.
11 Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image The projector is equipped with two elevator feet for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1 Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to raise the image to the desired height and angle. 2 Use the rear Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle. To lower the image: 1 Use the front Tilt adjusting wheel to lower the image to the desired height angle. 2 Use the rear Tilt adjusting wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
English 12 How to Optimize Image Size and Distance Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. • SVGA/XGA If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 72" and 79". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 133 cm height is required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
13 WXGA If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 84" and 93". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 125 cm height is required when the projector is located at 3 m distance.
English 14 How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and Zoom The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. • SVGA/XGA To obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance between 2.6 m and 2.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. 70" Desired image size Height: 117 cm From base to top of image 2.6 m 2.
15 WXGA To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 2.3 m and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. 70" Desired image size Height: 94 cm From base to top of image 2.3 m 2.5 m Desired Image Size Diagonal (inch) W (cm) x H (cm) 30 65 x 40 40 50 Desired distance Distance (m) Top (cm) Max zoom Min zoom From base to top of image < D > 1.1 40 86 x 54 1.3 1.4 54 108 x 67 1.6 1.8 67 81 60 129 x 81 1.9 2.1 70 151 x 94 2.
English 16 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" is displayed on the screen. 1 Turn on the projector by pressing remote control. (POWER) on the control panel or 2 Press "MENU" on the control panel or remote control to launch the OSD for projector installation and maintenance.
17 The projector has multilingual Onscreen Display (OSD) menus 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 control panel or remote control. • When the OSD is displayed, use to select an item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press for feature setting. • Use to enter a submenu to select the desired item and adjust the settings by using .
English 18 Color There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Display Mode Wall Color • Bright: For brightness optimization. • Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher brightness. • Standard: For common environment. • Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing. • Dark Cinema: For dark movie content. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Picture: For graphic picture. • Game: For game content.
19 Tint • Press image. to increase the amount of green in the • Press to increase the amount of red in the image. Color Temperature Adjusts the color temperature. At higher color temperatures, the screen looks colder; at lower color temperatures, the screen looks warmer. Dynamic Black If turned on, the projector dynamically adjusts the power consumption of the lamp according to the brightness of the image being projected.
English 20 Image Projection Projection Mode Projection Location • Front-Desktop: The factory default setting. • Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. • Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so that you can project behind a translucent screen. • Rear-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time.
21 Manually adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). Manual Keystone This function is unavailable when Auto Keystone is set to "On". Adjusts the sharpness of the image. Sharpness • 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.
English 22 Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under video mode. Note: "Sharpness" function is not supported under computer mode. Note: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" are only available when the input signal is HDMI. Setting Startup Screen Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, it will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector.
23 Enabling this function slightly increases the standby power consumption. Reset Press after choosing "Yes" to return the display parameters on all menus to the factory default settings. Security This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage the projector. Press to change the "Security" setting. If the security function is enabled, your must enter "Administrator Password" first before changing the security setting.
English 24 User Password • Press • Use the numerical keys on the remote control to set the password and press "MENU" to confirm. • To delete the digits, Press • Enter the password again when you see "Confirm Password" displayed. • The password should be 4~8 digits in length. • If you select "Request password only after plugging power cord", you are requested to input the password every time the power cord is plugged.
25 ECO Mode Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp, which will also lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend the lamp life. Choose "Off" to return to the normal mode. High Altitude Choose "On" to turn on the High Altitude mode. When this function is turned on, the projector fans operate at full speed continuously to cool down the projector’s temperature. • Instant Off: Enables you to turn off the projector immediately without fan cooling process by pressing the power button twice.
English 26 3D Selects "On" to enable the 3D function supported by DLP 3D technology. 3D • On: Select this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad buffer (NVIDIA/ATI...) graphics card and HQFS format file or DVD with corresponding SW player. • Off: Turns off the 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.
27 Note: "3D Sync Invert" and "3D Format" are only available when "3D" is enabled. Language Language Sets a language for the OSD menus. Use select your preferred language. to English - Stereoscopic Player (Trial): http://www.3dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx - DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial): http://www.tridef.com/download/TriDef3-D-Experience-4.0.2.
English 28 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 95/98/2000/XP/ Win7/Vista)) Solution • Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as described in the "Getting Started" section.
29 4 5 6 7 8 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image (For notebooks) • Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or remote control. • For an incorrectly displayed image: • Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust the resolution of your computer. • Press the toggle output settings.
English 30 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 control panel or remote control. Go to "Image" > "Aspect Ratio" and try different settings. • If possible, reposition the projector so that it is centered on the screen and below the bottom of the screen. • Press the Keystone correction keys on the control panel or remote control until the image becomes square.
31 # 1 Condition Message Message Reminder Fan Fail - the system fan is not working. Fan Fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon. Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to cool down before it is used. Please also check the dust filters if they are installed. If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
English 32 LED & Alarm Definition Listing LED Messages Message Power LED LAMP LED TEMP LED Red Blue Red Red Standby (Power cord plugged in) V -- -- -- Power 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) -- V -- Quick flashing Error (Lamp breakdown) -- V V -- Error (Color wheel failure) -- V Quick flas
33 Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover, and then pull out the lamp. The projector will detect the lamp life itself. It will show you 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 cooled down for at least 45 minutes before changing the lamp.
Ceiling Mount Installation 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. m m m 13 m 20 1 .9 49mm 130 mm mm 8.4 English 34 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 cylinder screws.
35 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket. Screw Type B Large Washer Smaller 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.
5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary. Tightening Screw Allen Key 30 Allen Key Tightening Screw 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 4 25 V V 110.05 mm 81.
37 The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation.
English 38 Digital zoom 2X Audio P1173/X1173A/X1173N/X1173H/X1273/X1273N/ X1273H/X1373W/X1373WH: 3W x 1 Weight Approximate 2.0 kg (4.41 lbs.) Dimensions (W x D x H) 264 x 220 x 78.4 mm (10.4" x 8.7" x 3.
39 Accessory (optional) • • • • • • • AC power cord x 1 • • • Composite video cable x 1 VGA cable x 1 Remote control x 1 Battery x 2 (for the remote control) User's guide (CD-ROM) x 1 Quick start guide x 1 Security card x 1 Carrying case x 1 Dust filter x 1 * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
English 40 Compatibility Modes 1 VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode VGA SVGA XGA Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1152 x 864 SXGA 1280 x 1024 V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 60 31.47 72 37.86 75 37.50 85 43.27 120 61.91 56 35.20 60 37.88 72 48.08 75 46.88 85 53.67 120 77.43 60 48.36 70 56.48 75 60.02 85 68.68 120 98.96 70 63.85 75 67.50 85 77.10 60 63.98 72 76.97 75 79.98 85 91.15 1280 x 960 60 60.00 1280 x 960 75 75.
41 60 47.78 1280 x 768 75 60.29 1280 x 768 85 68.63 1280 x 720 60 45.00 1280 x 800 60 49.70 1280 x 800 - RB 120 101.6 1440 x 900 60 55.94 1680 x 1050 60 65.29 47.71 WXGA 2 1366 x 768 60 1920 x 1080-RB 60 66.60 1920 x 1080-EIA 60 67.50 1024 x 600 60 37.50 1920 x 1200-RB 59.95 74.04 HDMI - PC Signal V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] VGA_60 59.94 31.469 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 Mode VGA_75 Resolution 75 37.5 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 VGA_120 119.518 61.
42 English SXGA+_60 1400 x 1050 59.978 UXGA_60 1600 x 1200 60 75 Mac G4 640 x 480@60Hz 59.94 31.469 MAC13 640 x 480@67Hz 66.667 35 Mac G4 800 x 600@60Hz 60.317 37.879 Mac G4 1024 x 768@60Hz 60.004 48.363 MAC19 1024 x 768@75Hz 75.02 60.241 MAC21 1152 x 870@75Hz 75.061 68.681 59.87 47.776 1280 x 768 74.893 60.289 84.837 68.633 WXGA_60 WXGA_75 WXGA_85 3 65.317 WXGA_60 1280 x 720 60 45 WXGA_60 1280 x 800 59.81 49.702 WXGA_120-RB 1280 x 800 119.909 101.
43 MHL - Video Signal Mode Resolution 720 x 480 (1440 x 480) V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 60 15.73 480p 720 x 480 60 31.47 576i 720 x 576 (1440 x 576) 50 15.63 480i 5 576p 720 x 576 50 31.25 720p 1280 x 720 60 45.00 720p 1280 x 720 50 37.50 1080i 1920 x 1080 60 33.75 1080i 1920 x 1080 50 28.13 1080p 1920 x 1080 24 27.00 1080p 1920 x 1080 23.98 26.97 1080p 1920 x 1080 30 33.
English 44 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.
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.
English 46 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 a local office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for the latest country list.
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.tw 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.
English 48 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.
