Acer P1273 Projector User Guide

Acer Projector

P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1373W/

P1273B/P1273i/P1373WB Series

User's Guide

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Acer Projector P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1373W/P1273B/P1273i/P1373WB Series User's Guide

Original Issue: 03/2013

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Acer Projector P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1373W/P1273B/P1273i/P1373WB Series

Model number: __________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________________

Place of purchase: ________________________________

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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:

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Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet.

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Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the projector.

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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.

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Warnings!

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Do not use this product near water.

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Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.


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:

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the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed

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liquid was spilled into the product

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the product was exposed to rain or water

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the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged

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the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service

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the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions

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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

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Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright may hurt your eyes.

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Turn on the projector first and then signal sources

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Do not place the product in following environments:

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•

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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.

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•

Locations near fire alarms.

Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 ºC/104 ºF.

• Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet.

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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.

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Do not keep using this product to break or drop it. In this case contact your dealer for inspection.

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Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire.

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When switching the projector off, suggest to ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power.

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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.

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Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot.

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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.

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Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may hurt your eyes.

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Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector is on.

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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.

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The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

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Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break on rare occasions.

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Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.

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The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when is showing warning message.

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When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing instructions.

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Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display

"Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.

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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.

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Do not stand the projector on end vertically. It may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or damage.

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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.

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Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.

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Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.

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Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.

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Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

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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) contain Mercury,

Dispose Properly.”

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


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First things first

Usage Notes

Do:

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Turn off the product before cleaning.

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Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housing.

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Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not being used for a long period of time.

Don't:

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Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for ventilation.

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Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.

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Use under the following conditions:

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In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.

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In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.

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Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.

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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:

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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.

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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

First things first

Usage Notes

Precautions

Introduction

Product Features

Package Overview

Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Control Panel

Remote Control Layout

Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

Turning the Projector On/Off

Turning on the Projector

Turning the projector off

Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image

How to optimize image size and distance

How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom

User Controls

Installation menu

Acer Empowering Technology

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus

Color

Image

Setting

Management

Audio

3D

Language

Acer LAN webpage management

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How to login in

Home

Control Panel

Network Setting

Alert Setting

Logout

Appendices

Troubleshooting

LED & Alarm Definition Listing

Cleaning and replacing the dust filters

Replacing the Lamp

Ceiling Mount Installation

Specifications

Compatibility modes

Regulations and safety notices

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Introduction

Product Features

This product is a single-chip DLP

®

projector. Outstanding features include:

•

DLP

®

technology

•

P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1273B/P1273i series : Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution

4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported

•

P1373W/P1373WB series : Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution

Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box aspect ratio supported

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Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature’s true colors for vivid, life-like images

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High brightness and contrast ratio

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Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Movie, Dark

Cinema, Game, Sports, User) enable optimum performance in any situation

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NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported

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Top-loading lamp design allows easy lamp replacement

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Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life

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Acer EcoProjeciton Technology delivers Intelligent power management approach and physical efficiency improvement

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Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer eView, eTimer, ePower, e3D Management) for easy adjustment of settings

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Equipped with HDMI™ connections supporting HDCP

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Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations

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Smart detection delivers quick, intelligent source detection

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Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus

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Full-function remote control

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Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.1x

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2x digital zoom and pan function

•

Microsoft

®

Windows

®

2000, XP, Vista

®

, Windows

®

7, Windows

®

8,

Macintosh

®

OS compliant

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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 VGA cable

Security card 2 x Batteries

P1276/

P1373W/B/

P1273/n/B/i

Series

Acer Projector

P/N:MC.JG811.003

©20 13, Acer .

Carrying case

ZOOM

MEDIA

SETUP

FREEZE

SOURCE

HIDE

Quick Start Guide User's Guide (CD-ROM) Remote control

ZOOM

MEDIA

SETUP

FREEZE

RATIO

SOURCE

HIDE

Dust Filters (Option)

P1276/

P1373W/B/

P1273/n/B/i

Series

Acer Projector

P/N:MC.JG811.003

©20

13, Acer

USB WiFi adapter

(Option)

Remote control

(only for Japan area)

User's Guide

(for multi-media and wireless functions)

Quick Start Guide

(for multi-media and wireless functions)


Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

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NU

YNC

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#

1 Power button

2 Control panel

3 Zoom lever

4 Focus ring

Description

Rear side

P1373WB/P1273B/

P1273i

1 2 3 4 5

8

# Description

5 Zoom lens

6 Remote control receiver

7 Tilt adjusting wheels

8 Security bar

6 7 8 9 10 11

16

12

P1273n

P1273/P1276/P1373W

13 14 15

16

3

Note: Connector interface is subject to model's specifications.


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# Description

1 LAN (RJ45 Port for 10/100M Ethernet)

(P1273n/P1373WB/P1273B/P1273i only)

2 1st USB connector (USB A1)

3 2nd USB connector (USB A2)

4 Mini USB connector (USB B)

5 HDMI connector

6 Monitor loop-through output connector

(VGA-Out)

7 PC analog signal/HDTV/component video input connector (VGA IN 1)

8 Composite video input connector

# Description

9 S-Video input connector

10 Audio input connector

11 RS232 connector

12 Power socket

13 PC analog signal/HDTV/component video input connector (VGA IN 2)

14 Kensington TM

lock port

15 Audio output connector

16 Dust filter inlets


Control Panel

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P1273/P1276/P1273n/P1373W P1273B/P1373WB/P1273i

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# Icon

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POWER

Function

LAMP

TEMP

RESYNC

SOURCE

POWER

Description

Power Indicator LED

Lamp Indicator LED

Temp Indicator LED

Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.

Changes the active source.

See the contents in "Turning the Projector

On/Off" section.

Empowering key

MENU

Unique Acer functions: e3D, eView, eTimer, ePower Management.

•

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.

Four directional select keys

Use to select items or make adjustments to your selection.

Keystone

Back/Stop

Enter/Play/Pause

Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (±

40 degrees).

Press "Back/Stop" to stop playing media file or go back to upper data folder.

Press "Enter/Play/Pause" to play/pause media file.

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Remote Control Layout

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ZOOM

MEDIA

SETUP

FREEZE

RATIO

SOURCE

HIDE

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ZOOM

MEDIA

SETUP

FREEZE

SOURCE

HIDE

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Model No:E-26141

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E-26110

MC.JG811.002

LASER MODULE : M-5.2-6.5x10-5.5x5.5

BONTECH ELECTRONICS(K.S) CO ., LTD .

No. 2018, Zhonghuayuan west road,

Yushan town,Kunshan city, China

MC.JG811.001

(only for Japan area)

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2

# Icon Function

Infrared transmitter

POWER

3D

Description

Sends signals to the projector.

Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.

Press "3D" to select 3D models.

SOURCE

FREEZE

HIDE

ZOOM

RATIO

Changes the active source.

To pause the screen image.

Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to display the image.

Zooms the projector display in or out.

To choose the desired aspect ratio.

(P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1273B/P1273i: 4:3 / 16:9

P1373W/P1373WB: Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box)

MEDIA_SETUP Press to enter media OSD setting.

Empowering key

Unique Acer functions: e3D, eView, eTimer, ePower

Management.

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.


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(*)

26

(*)

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#

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Icon Function

KEYSTONE

Description

Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).

Four directional select keys

Pre./ Rewind

Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection.

Press "Pre./Rewind" to go to previous index or press continuously to rewind the playing media file.

Press "Enter/Play/Pause" to play/pause media file.

Enter/ Play/

Pause

Back/Stop

Next/Fast forward

KeyPad 0~9

Press "Back/Stop" to stop playing media file or go back to upper data folder.

Press "Next/Fast-forward" once to go to next index or press continuously to fast-forward the playing media file.

Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security settings".

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(USB type B) is connected to a computer via a USB cable.

COMPONENT No function.

VIDEO

VGA

To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.

Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/

1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.

S-VIDEO

SD/USB A

To change source to S-Video.

Press "SD/USB A" to toggle between USB A1 and USB A2 sources. (no SD function)

USB B

HDMI/DVI

Press "USB B" to change source to mini USB (USB B).

To change source to HDMI™. (no DVI function)

LAN/WiFi Press “LAN/Wifi” as direct to network display.

Laser pointer Aim the remote at the viewing screen.

Laser button Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this button to activate the laser pointer.

This function is not supported in Japanese market.

Note: "*" Japan area is not supported.


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Getting Started

Connecting the Projector

S-Video Output

6

DVD player,

Set-up Box,

HDTV receiver

DVD player

USB

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USB

13

2

1

Internet

DVD player,

Set-up Box,

HDTV receiver

#

1 Power cord

2 LAN cable

3 USB cable

4 HDMI cable

5 VGA cable

6 S-Video cable

Description

7 Audio cable Jack/RCA

D-Sub

D-Sub

3

4

5

HDMI

D-Sub

5

D-Sub

7

W R

8

RS232

Y

9

HDTV adapter

R B G

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10

7

R W

Video Output

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# Description

RS232 cable

VGA to component/HDTV adapter

3 RCA component cable

Composite video cable

Mouse

USB disk/stick

USB WiFi adapter


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: Connector interface is subject to model's specifications.

Note: USB cable needs powered extender if the length is over 5 m.

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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, 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 either control panel or the remote control or direct source key on the remote control to switch between inputs.

Power button

POW

NU

ME

NC


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Turning the projector off

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. (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 2minute 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.

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•

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.


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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.

Tilt adjusting wheel


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How to optimize image size and distance

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276 series

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 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 88 cm height is required when located at 2.0 m distance.

Max s creen

size

Min sc reen s ize

2.0 m

Desired Distance

Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.

Height:

80 cm

Height: 88 cm from base to top of image


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P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276 series

Screen size

Desired

Distance

(m)

<A>

(Min zoom)

Diagonal

(inch)



W (cm) x H (cm)

1 23 47 x 35

Top

Screen size

Top

From base to top of image (cm)

<C>

40

(Max zoom)

Diagonal

(inch)



W (cm) x H (cm)

25 51 x 38

From base to top of image

(cm)

<C>

44

3.5

4

4.5

5

6

2

2.5

3

9

10

7

8

160

183

206

229

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

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92

103

114

137

46

57

69

93 x 70

116 x 87

140 x 105

163 x 122

186 x 140

209 x 157

233 x 174

279 x 209

326 x 244

372 x 279

419 x 314

465 x 349

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100

120

140

160

181

201

241

281

321

361

401

88

101

114

126

151

50

63

76

177

202

227

252

103 x 77

128 x 96

154 x 115

179 x 135

205 x 154

231 x 173

256 x 192

308 x 231

359 x 269

410 x 308

462 x 346

513 x 385

88

111

133

155

177

199

221

265

310

354

398

442


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P1373WB/P1373W series

Example: If the projector is 2 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 55" and 60".

Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 90 cm height is required when located at 2 m distance.

Max s creen

size

Min sc reen s ize

2.0 m

Desired Distance

Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.

Height: 90 cm from base to top of image

Height:

82 cm


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Screen size

Desired

Distance

(m)

<A>

(Min zoom)

Diagonal

(inch)



W (cm) x H (cm)

1.5

41 88 x 55

Top

Screen size

Top

From base to top of image (cm)

<C>

62

(Max zoom)

Diagonal

(inch)



W (cm) x H (cm)

45 97 x 60


(cm)

<C>

68

3.5

4

4.5

5

6

2

2.5

3

9

10

7

8

191

218

246

273

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

96

109

123

137

164

55

68

82

118 x 74

147 x 92

176 x 110

206 x 129

235 x 147

265 x 165

294 x 184

353 x 221

412 x 257

471 x 294

529 x 331

588 x 368

82

103

124

144

165

185

206

247

288

329

371

412

105

120

135

150

180

60

75

90

210

240

270

300

129 x 81

161 x 101

194 x 121

226 x 141

258 x 161

290 x 181

323 x 202

387 x 242

452 x 282

516 x 323

581 x 363

645 x 403

90

113

135

158

181

203

226

271

316

361

406

452


How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276 series

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A

50"

Desired image size

D

Height from base to top of image

2.0 m

B

2.2 m

C

Desired Distance

The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 2.0 m and 2.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.


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P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276 series

Desired Image Size

Diagonal (inch)

<A>

60

70

80

30

40

50

90

100

120

150

180

200

250

300

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

W (cm) x H (cm)

61 x 46

81 x 61

102 x 76

122 x 91

142 x 107

163 x 122

183 x 137

203 x 152

244 x 183

305 x 229

366 x 274

406 x 305

508 x 381

610 x 457

Max zoom



3.6

4.0

4.8

5.9

7.1

7.9

9.9

11.9

2.4

2.8

3.2

1.2

1.6

2.0

Distance (m)

Min zoom

<C>

3.9

4.4

5.2

6.6

7.9

8.7

10.9

2.6

3.1

3.5

1.3

1.7

2.2

Top (cm)


<D>

53

70

88

105

123

140

158

175

210

263

315

351

438

526


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A

60"

Desired image size

D

Height from base to top of image

2.0 m

B

2.2 m

C

Desired Distance

The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. For example: to obtain an image size of 60" set the projector at a distance 2.0 m and 2.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.


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Desired Image Size

Diagonal (inch)

<A>

60

70

80

30

40

50

90

100

120

150

180

200

250

300

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

W (cm) x H (cm)

65 x 40

86 x 54

108 x 67

129 x 81

151 x 94

172 x 108

194 x 121

215 x 135

258 x 162

323 x 202

388 x 242

431 x 269

538 x 337

646 x 404

Max zoom



3.0

3.3

4.0

5.0

6.0

6.7

8.3

10.0

2.0

2.3

2.7

1.0

1.3

1.7

Distance (m)

Min zoom

<C>

3.3

3.7

4.4

5.5

6.6

7.3

9.2

2.2

2.6

2.9

1.1

1.5

1.8

Top (cm)


<D>

45

60

76

91

106

121

136

151

181

226

271

302

377

452


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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 on the control pad 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 Mode

Projection Location

Auto Keystone settings

Manual Keystone settings

Language settings

LAN/WiFi settings

LAN IP / Mask 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.


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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 " " key to select the main menu.

Acer eView Management

"Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection. Please refer to

Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.

Acer eTimer Management

"Acer eTimer Management" provides the reminding function for presentation time control. Please refer to Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.

Acer ePower Management

"Acer ePower Management" provides user one shortcut to save the projector life. Please refer to Onscreen Display section for more detail.

Acer e3D Management

"Acer e3D Management" provides the

3D functions. Please refer to Onscreen

Display Menus section for more detail.


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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 or control panel.

•

When the OSD is displayed, use the

•

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.

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 or control panel, the screen will return to the main menu.

•

To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel again.

The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings.

Main menu

Setting

Sub menu


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Color

Display Mode

Wall color

Brightness

Contrast

Saturation

Tint

There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.

•

Bright: For brightness optimization.

•

Presentation: For meeting presentation.

•

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.

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.

Adjust the brightness of the image.

•

Press to darken image.

•

Press to lighten the image.

"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.

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.

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

Dynamic Black

Gamma

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.

Choose "On" to automatically optimize the display of dark movie scenes enabling them to be shown in incredible detail.

<Note> "Dynamic Black" is only supported in P1276 series

Effects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma value, dark scenery looks brighter.

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Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer or HDMI mode.


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Image

Projection Mode

•

Front: The factory default setting.

•

Rear: Reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen.

Projection Location

•

Auto: Automatically adjusts projection location of image.

•

Desktop

•

Ceiling: Turns the image upside down 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.

•

L.Box: Keep original signal aspect ratio and zoom in by 1.333 times.

<Note> "Full" and "L.Box" functions are only supported in P1373W,

P1373WB and P1273i series.

Auto Keystone Automatically adjusts vertical image.

Manual Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees)

Sharpness

<Note> The Manual Keystone function is unavailable under Auto

Keystone setting to "On".

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

HDMI Color Range Adjust the color range of the HDMI image data to correct color display error.

•

Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player.

•

Limited Range: Prosess the input image as limited color range data.

•

Full Range: Prosess the input image as full color range data.

HDMI Scan Info

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.

Adjust the overscan ratio of the HDMI image on screen.

•

Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player.

•

Underscan: Always no overscan on HDMI image.

•

Overscan: Always keep overscan on HDMI image.

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Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under HDMI, DVI or Video mode.

Note: "Sharpness" functions is not supported under HDMI (RGB) or

Computer mode.

Note: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" functions are only supported under HDMI mode.


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Setting

Startup Screen

Screen Capture

Closed Caption

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.

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.

Notice:

Before proceeding with the following steps, make sure that the

"Keystone" is set to the default value 0 and the aspect ratio is set to 4:3. For details, refer to the "Image" section.

• Change the "Startup Screen" from the default setting "Acer" to "User".

• Press "Screen Capture" to customize the startup screen.

• A dialog box appears to confirm the action. Choose "Yes" to use the current image as your customized startup screen. The capture range is the red rectangular area. Choose "No" to cancel the screen capture and exit the onscreen display (OSD).

• A message appears, stating that the screen capture is in progress.

• When the screen capture is finished, the message disappears and the original display is shown.

• The customized startup screen, as shown below, takes effect when there is a new input signal or when you restart the projector.

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" .


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.

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.

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Note: This screen capture function is limited by 4:3 aspect ratio only.

Note: For XGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest end-user set PC resolution to 1024 x 768 before you use this function.

Note: For SVGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest end-user set PC resolution to 800 x 600 before you use this function.

Note: For WXGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest end-user set PC resolution to 1280 x 800 before you use this function.


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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.

VGA OUT (Standby) Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable VGA OUT connection.

LAN LAN/WiFi

Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable LAN/WiFi connection. (for

P1273n/P1373W/P1373WB/P1273i series only)

LAN IP/Mask

Identify IP and Mask address. (for P1273n/P1373W/P1373WB/P1273i series only)

LAN Reset

Reset LAN function. (for P1273n/P1373W/P1373WB/P1273i series only)

Reset

•

Press the button and choose "Yes" to return the parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.


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Management

ECO Mode

High Altitude

Turn Off Mode

Auto Shutdown

Lamp Hour Elapse

Lamp Reminding

Lamp Hour Reset

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.

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.

•

Instant Off: Shuts down the projector without fan cooling.

•

Instant Resume: Resumes the system when the Power button is pressed again within 2 minutes.

The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal input after the allocated time. (default is 120 minutes)

Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).

Activate this function to display a reminder to change the lamp 30 hours before its expected end-of-life.

Press the button and choose "Yes" to turn the lamp hour counter to 0 hours.

Audio

Volume

•

Press to decrease the volume.

•

Press to increase the volume.


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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

3D Format

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.

Adjust the 3D format to display 3D content correctly.

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.

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


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- 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

Language

Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the select your preferred menu language.

•

Press to confirm the selection.

or key to


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Acer LAN webpage management

How to login in

Open browser and enter the Server IP address by 192.168.100.10 to find below homepage of acer LAN webpage management. A password is needed to login in before using.

Select a user. Administrator is with high authority that can process more operations such as network setting and alert setting. Default password of administrator is "admin". And User is with normal authority with default password by "user". Click Login button to enter into homepage with correct password.

Note: LAN control function is supported in P1273n/P1373W/P1373WB/

P1273i series only.


Home

Home page shows connection status and you can find three main functions listed, Control Panel, Networking Setting and Alert Setting.

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Note: Control Panel and Network Setting are only for Administrator account.

Control Panel

Enduser can control and adjust projector setting value via this page.


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Network Setting

Enduser can set IP address, group name and password as wish. After change network configurations or password, projector will reboot automatically after press "Apply".

Note: Group Name and projector Name must be less then 32 characters.

Alert Setting

Enduser can send mail with error message right away if projector has problem.


Logout

After tap Logout, you will return to login page within 5 seconds.

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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

1

#

2

Problem

No image appears onscreen

Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image

(for PC (Windows

2000/XP/Vista/

Windows 7/

Windows 8))

Solution

•

•

•

•

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 you have removed the lens cap and the projector is switched on.

•

Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel.

•

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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4

5

6

7

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

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

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.

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.

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".

Adjust the "Tracking" to correct it. Refer to the

"Image" section for more information.

Change the display color depth settings on your computer.

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.

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 39.4 feet (1.2 to 12.0 meters) (P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276) from the projector and 3.3 to 39.4 feet (1.0 to 10.0 meters)

(P1373WB/P1373W) from the projector. Refer to the

"How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting

Distance and Zoom" section for more information.

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8

9

10

11

Image is stretched when displaying a

"widescreen"

DVD title

Image is too small or too large

Image has slanted sides

Image is reversed

•

•

•

•

•

•

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.

•

If you play an Letterbox(LBX) format DVD title, please change the format to Letterbox(LBX) in the projector OSD.

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.

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.

•

Select "Image --> Projection Mode" on the OSD and adjust the projection direction.


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OSD Messages

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.


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Problems with the Projector

1

#

2

Condition

The projector stops responding to all controls

Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound

Solution

If possible, turn off the projector, then unplug the power cord and wait at least 30 seconds before reconnecting power.

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.


LED & Alarm Definition Listing

LED Messages

Message

Standby

(power cord plugged in)

Power button ON

Lamp retry

Lamp LED

Red

--

--

--

Temp LED

Red

--

--

--

---

Red

V

Power LED

Blue

--

--

--

V

Quick flashing

-Turning off

(cooling state)

Turning off

(cooling completed)

Error (thermal failure)

Error (fan lock failure)

Error (lamp breakdown)

Error (color Wheel fail)

--

--

--

V

Quick flashing

--

V

Quick flashing

--

--

Quick flashing

V

--

--

--

--

--

V

V

V

V

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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.

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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, 2)

4 To clean the dust filters, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment.

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.


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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.

3

2

1

5

4

6

7


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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.

(Illustration #4)

7 Loosen two screws on the lamp module (Illustration #5) and pull up the lamp bar. (Illustration #6)

8 Pull out the lamp module by force. (Illustration #7)

To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous step.

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.


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.

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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.

Ceiling Mount Base

- Attach to ceiling

Short Rod

Long Rod

Screw Type A

50 mm length / 8 mm diameter -

Extension Rod

Long Cylinder Cap

Allen Key

- For tightening/loosening

Tightening Screw

Medium 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.

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.

Screw Type A

50 mm length/

8 mm diameter

-

Large cylinder cap

Allen Key

- For tightening/loosening

Tightening Screw


5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.

Tightening Screw

Allen Key

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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

P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1373W/

P1273B/P1273i/P1373WB

Screw Type B

Diameter (mm) Length (mm)

3 20

Large

Washer Type

Small

V V

55.00 mm 55.00 mm

SCREW SPEC. M3 x 20 mm


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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

Resolution

Computer compatibility

Video compatibility

Aspect ratio

Displayable colors

Projection lens

Projection screen size (diagonal) P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276: 27.46" (0.70 m) -

302.8" (7.69 m)

P1373WB/P1373W: 27.3" (0.69 m) - 300" (7.62 m)

Projection distance P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276: 3.9' (1.2 m) - 39.4'

(12.0 m)

P1373WB/P1373W: 3.3' (1.0 m) - 32.8' (10.0 m)

Throw ratio

1.07 Billion colors

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276: F/2.41~2.55, f =

21.79~23.99 mm, 1.1X manual zoom lens

P1373WB/P1373W: F/2.5 ~2.6, f = 21.86~24.00 mm, 1.1X manual zoom lens

Horizontal scan rate

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276: 50"@2m (1.95 -

2.15:1)

P1373WB/P1373W: 60"@2m (1.55 ~ 1.70:1)

30k - 100 kHz

Vertical refresh scan rate

Lamp type

25-85 Hz, 120Hz (for 3D mode only)

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1373WB/P1373W: 190 W userreplaceable lamp

P1276: 240 W user-replaceable lamp

+/- 40 degrees Keystone correction

Audio

Weight

Dimensions (L x W x H)

Remote control

Digital Zoom

Power supply

DLP

®

P1373WB/P1373W: Native: WXGA (1280 x 800),

Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200),

1080p(1920x1080)

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1276: Native: XGA (1024 x 768), Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200),

1080p(1920x1080)

IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and

VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+,

WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+

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)

4:3 (native), 16:9

Internal speaker with 2 W output

2.4 Kg (5.29 Ibs.)

288 mm x 225 mm x 83.3 mm (11.3" x 8.9" x 3.3")

Full-function remote control

2X

AC input 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz


Power consumption

Operating temperature

Standard package contents

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•

•

•

•

•

•

P1273/P1273n/P1273B/P1273i/P1373WB/P1373W:

Normal mode: 235W ± 10% @ 110VAC

ECO mode: 197W ± 10% @ 110VAC

Standby mode < 0.5W

P1276:

Normal mode: 305W ± 10% @ 110VAC

ECO mode: 240W ± 10% @ 110VAC

Standby mode < 0.5W

5°C to 40°C / 41°F to 104°F

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

I/O connectors

Power socket

RJ45 LAN input

Mini USB

HDMI

VGA output

VGA IN 1

VGA IN 2

Composite video

S-Video

3.5 mm audio jack input

3.5 mm audio jack output V

RS232 V

V

V

USB A1

USB A2

X

X

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

X

P1273/P1276/

P1373W

P1273n

V

V

V

V

X

X

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

V

P1373WB/

P1273B/

P1273i

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Compatibility modes

A. VGA Analog

1 VGA Analog - PC Signal

Modes

VGA

SVGA

XGA

SXGA

QuadVGA

SXGA+

UXGA

PowerBook 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] H.Frequency [KHz]

60

72

75

85

31.47

37.86

37.50

43.27

119.51

56

60

72

75

85

61.60

35.20

37.88

48.08

46.88

53.67

75

85

60

75

85

60

72

119.85

60

70

75

85

119.804

70

75

60

60

60

66.6(67)

60

60

75

75

75

65.32

75.00

31.50

35.00

37.88

48.36

68.68

75.20

60.30

77.10

63.98

77.90

79.98

91.15

60.00

75.00

77.20

48.36

56.48

60.02

68.67

98.80

63.80

67.50


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2 VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing

Modes

WXGA

UWXGA

Resolution

1280x768

1280x768

1280x768

1280x720

1280x800

1440x900

1680x1050

1366x768

1920x1080-RB

1920x1200-RB


60

75

47.78

60.29

60

60

60

60

85

60

60

60 (59.95)

68.63

44.80

49.60

55.90

65.30

47.71

66.60

74.04

3 VGA Analog -Component Signal

Modes

480i

480p

576i

576p

720p

720p

1080i

1080i

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

Graphic source monitor range limits

Resolution

720x480

720x480

720x576

720x576

1280x720

1280x720

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

Horizontal scan rate:

Vertical scan rate:

Max. pixel rate:


59.94 (29.97)

59.94

50(25)

50

60

50

60(30)

50(25)

60

50

24

23.97

15.70

31.47

15.60

31.25

45.00

37.50

33.75

28.10

67.50

56.25

27.00

26.97

30-100 kHz

50-120 Hz

165 MHz

B. HDMI Digital

1 HDMI - PC Signal (same as DVI)

Modes

VGA

Resolution

640x480

640x480

640x480

640x480


60

72

31.47

37.86

75

85

37.50

43.27


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SVGA

XGA

PowerBook G4 i Mac DV (G3)

1152x864

1280x1024

1280x1024

1280x1024

1280x1024

1280x960

640x480

640x480

800x600

1024x768

1152x870

1280x960

1024x768

640x480

800x600

800x600

800x600

800x600

800x600

800x600

1024x768

1024x768

1024x768

1024x768

1152x864

66.6(67)

60

60

75

75

75

75

85

75

60

85

60

72

119.51

56

60

72

75

85

119.85

60

70

75

119.804

75

35.00

37.88

48.36

68.68

75.20

60.30

77.10

64.00

77.90

79.98

91.15

75.00

31.50

61.61

35.20

37.88

48.08

46.88

53.67

77.20

48.36

56.48

60.02

98.80

67.50

2 HDMI - Extended Wide timing (same as DVI)

Modes

WXGA

UWXGA

Resolution

1280x768

1280x768

1280x768

1280x720

1280x800

1440x900

1680x1050

1366x768

1920x1080-RB

1920x1200-RB


60 47.78

75

85

60

60

60.29

68.63

44.80

49.60

60

60

60

60

60 (59.95)

55.90

65.30

47.71

66.60

74.04


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3 HDMI - Video Signal

Modes

480i

480p

576i

576p

720p

720p

1080i

1080i

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

1080p

Graphic source monitor range limits

Resolution

720x480

720x480

720x576

720x576

1280x720

1280x720

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1080

1920x1200-RB

Horizontal scan rate:

Vertical scan rate:

Max. pixel rate:


59.94 (29.97)

59.94

50(25)

50

60

50

60(30)

50(25)

60

50

24

23.97

60(59.95)

15.70

31.47

15.60

31.25

45.00

37.50

33.75

28.10

67.50

56.25

27.00

26.97

74.04

30-100 kHz

50-120 Hz

170 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.


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:[email protected]

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

Acer Incorporated

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi

New Taipei City 221, Taiwan

Declare under our own responsibility that the product:

Product:

Trade Name:

Projector

Acer

Model Number: DNX1123/DWX1125/DWX1129/DNX1130/DNX1131/DNX1146

P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1373W/P1273B/P1273i/P1373WB

To which this declaration refers conforms to the relevant standard or other standardizing documents:

•

EN 55022:2006/A1:2007 Class B; EN 55024:2010

•

EN 61000-3-2:2006+A1:2009+A2:2009 Class A; EN61000-3-3:2008

•

EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

•

EN 50581:2012

•

Regulation (EC) No. 1275/2008; EN 62301:2005

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, 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 2013.

_______________________________

RU Jan / Sr. Manager

Regulation, Acer Inc.

Mar. 20, 2013

Date


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:

Machine Type:

DNX1123/DWX1125/DWX1129/DNX1130/DN

X1131/DNX1146

P1273/P1273n/P1276/P1373W/P1273B/P1273i/

P1373WB

Acer America Corporation Name of Responsible Party:

Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St.

Suite 1500

San Jose, CA 95110

U. S. A.

Contact Person:

Phone No.:

Fax No.:

Acer Representative

254-298-4000

254-298-4147

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