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...system, or transmitted, in the space provided below. All correspondence concerning your projector. Acer Projector X1160/X1260 Series Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of purchase information in any form or by any ...affixed to the information in new editions of Acer Incorporated. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of Acer Incorporated. No part of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Acer Projector X1160/X1260 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 8/2007...
...system, or transmitted, in the space provided below. All correspondence concerning your projector. Acer Projector X1160/X1260 Series Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of purchase information in any form or by any ...affixed to the information in new editions of Acer Incorporated. Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of Acer Incorporated. No part of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Acer Projector X1160/X1260 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 8/2007...
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... outlet. The openings should never be sure to the AC power outlet. • Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the projector. • If the system has multiple sources of any kind onto or into is easily accessible and located as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines...
... outlet. The openings should never be sure to the AC power outlet. • Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the projector. • If the system has multiple sources of any kind onto or into is easily accessible and located as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines...
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...is poorly ventilated or confined. It Refer all windows rolled up. • Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may hurt your projector. The bright may contaminate optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image. • Locations near fire alarms. • Locations ... when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into the projector's lens when the lamp is on the projector first and then signal sources • Do not place the product in performance, indicating a need for purchase options. ...
...is poorly ventilated or confined. It Refer all windows rolled up. • Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may hurt your projector. The bright may contaminate optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image. • Locations near fire alarms. • Locations ... when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into the projector's lens when the lamp is on the projector first and then signal sources • Do not place the product in performance, indicating a need for purchase options. ...
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...cause a fire. It could cause the object to ensure the projector completes its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to the sun. Only use acer ceiling mount kit for inspection. • Do not face the projector lens to suitable qualified professional service personnel. • Do not... stand the projector on the remote control. • The lamp becomes extremely hot ...
...cause a fire. It could cause the object to ensure the projector completes its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to the sun. Only use acer ceiling mount kit for inspection. • Do not face the projector lens to suitable qualified professional service personnel. • Do not... stand the projector on the remote control. • The lamp becomes extremely hot ...
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... information, check www.lamprecycle.org For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/ sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. ix Disposal...
... information, check www.lamprecycle.org For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/ sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. ix Disposal...
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... the unit. • Use under "Replacing the Lamp". To replace the lamp, follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as this happens, the projector will not turn back on the unit provided for a long period of time. Please be sure to change the lamp when it will burn out... and may make a loud popping sound. x First thing first Usage Notes Do: • Turn off , please ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housing. • Disconnect the power plug ...
... the unit. • Use under "Replacing the Lamp". To replace the lamp, follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as this happens, the projector will not turn back on the unit provided for a long period of time. Please be sure to change the lamp when it will burn out... and may make a loud popping sound. x First thing first Usage Notes Do: • Turn off , please ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housing. • Disconnect the power plug ...
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... Started 6 Connecting the Projector 6 Turning the Projector On/Off 7 Turning on the Projector 7 Turning off the Projector 8 Adjusting the Projected Image 9 Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 9 How to optimize image size and distance 10 How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom 12 User Controls 14 Acer Empowering Technology 14 Onscreen...
... Started 6 Connecting the Projector 6 Turning the Projector On/Off 7 Turning on the Projector 7 Turning off the Projector 8 Adjusting the Projected Image 9 Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 9 How to optimize image size and distance 10 How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom 12 User Controls 14 Acer Empowering Technology 14 Onscreen...
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Outstanding features include: • DLP® technology • X1160 series: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution X1260 series : Native 1024 x ...; NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i) supported • The eCaring button reveals Acer Empowering functions (eView, eTimer) for easy adjustment of settings • Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations... • Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus • X1160: Manual focus and Fixed lens X1260: Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.1X •...
Outstanding features include: • DLP® technology • X1160 series: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution X1260 series : Native 1024 x ...; NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i) supported • The eCaring button reveals Acer Empowering functions (eView, eTimer) for easy adjustment of settings • Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations... • Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus • X1160: Manual focus and Fixed lens X1260: Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.1X •...
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Check to make sure your dealer immediately if any thing is complete. Projector with all the items shown below. English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with lens cap Power cord CR2025 3V Composite video cable Battery User's guide Remote control VGA cable Security card Acer Projector Quick Start Guide Quick start guide Contact your unit is missing.
Check to make sure your dealer immediately if any thing is complete. Projector with all the items shown below. English 2 Package Overview This projector comes with lens cap Power cord CR2025 3V Composite video cable Battery User's guide Remote control VGA cable Security card Acer Projector Quick Start Guide Quick start guide Contact your unit is missing.
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English 3 Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 1 2 3 4 # Description 1 Zoom ring (X1260 series) 2 Focus ring 3 Zoom lens 4 Lens cap Rear side 5 6 7 # Description 5 Power button and Power Indicator LED 6 Remote ...
English 3 Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 1 2 3 4 # Description 1 Zoom ring (X1260 series) 2 Focus ring 3 Zoom lens 4 Lens cap Rear side 5 6 7 # Description 5 Power button and Power Indicator LED 6 Remote ...
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...12 8 13 14 # Icon Function 1 Infrared transmitter 2 Power/Power LED 3 POWER Description Sends signals to the input source. Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 4 MENU • Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD) menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu ... Four directional Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make select keys adjustments to your selection. 6 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. 7 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9). 8 KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9" to input a password...
...12 8 13 14 # Icon Function 1 Infrared transmitter 2 Power/Power LED 3 POWER Description Sends signals to the input source. Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 4 MENU • Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD) menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu ... Four directional Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make select keys adjustments to your selection. 6 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out. 7 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9). 8 KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9" to input a password...
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To pause the screen image. Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer Management. Note: Remote Control Placement Please refer to the illustration to attach the remote control to display the image. English 5 # Icon Function 12 HIDE 13 Empowering key 14 FREEZE Description Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to the projector.
To pause the screen image. Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer Management. Note: Remote Control Placement Please refer to the illustration to attach the remote control to display the image. English 5 # Icon Function 12 HIDE 13 Empowering key 14 FREEZE Description Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to the projector.
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English RW USB 6 Getting Started Connecting the Projector VGA 2 RS232 RS232 4 7 D-Sub 6 2 D-Sub D-Sub USB Y D-Sub Y 1 3 Video Output 5 S-Video Output # Description 1 Power cord 2 VGA cable 3 Composite video cable 4 USB cable # Description 5 S-Video cable 6 Audio cable jack/jack 7 RS232 cable Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector.
English RW USB 6 Getting Started Connecting the Projector VGA 2 RS232 RS232 4 7 D-Sub 6 2 D-Sub D-Sub USB Y D-Sub Y 1 3 Video Output 5 S-Video Output # Description 1 Power cord 2 VGA cable 3 Composite video cable 4 USB cable # Description 5 S-Video cable 6 Audio cable jack/jack 7 RS232 cable Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector.
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... Signal", please make sure the signal cables are securely connected. The Power indicator LED will flash red. 3 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will detect your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.).... The projector will turn blue. (Illustration #2) 4 Turn on the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1) 2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. • If...
... Signal", please make sure the signal cables are securely connected. The Power indicator LED will flash red. 3 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will detect your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.).... The projector will turn blue. (Illustration #2) 4 Turn on the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1) 2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. • If...
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...is about to operate for about 120 seconds. The message below will continue to happen: "Projector Overheated. Warning: Do not turn on , you wish to turn the projector back on the projector immediately after powering off, the Power indicator LED will flash RED rapidly and the fan(s) will... onscreen, please contact your local dealer or service center: "Fan fail. English 8 Turning off the Projector 1 To turn off soon." The message below is now safe to restart the projector. Lamp will display onscreen for 60 seconds at least to press the "Power" button to unplug the...
...is about to operate for about 120 seconds. The message below will continue to happen: "Projector Overheated. Warning: Do not turn on , you wish to turn the projector back on the projector immediately after powering off, the Power indicator LED will flash RED rapidly and the fan(s) will... onscreen, please contact your local dealer or service center: "Fan fail. English 8 Turning off the Projector 1 To turn off soon." The message below is now safe to restart the projector. Lamp will display onscreen for 60 seconds at least to press the "Power" button to unplug the...
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To raise/lower the image: 1 Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #1) to fine-tune the display angle. 1 Tilt adjusting wheel English 9 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.
To raise/lower the image: 1 Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #1) to fine-tune the display angle. 1 Tilt adjusting wheel English 9 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.
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... screen size 76" B 69" A 3m Desired Distance Height: 120cm C Height: 133cm Form base to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is Fixed zoom lens) Note: Remind as below to top of 133 cm height is required when located at a desired distance from the screen. ...• X1160 series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for 76" image sizes . • X1260 series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for X1260 ...
... screen size 76" B 69" A 3m Desired Distance Height: 120cm C Height: 133cm Form base to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is Fixed zoom lens) Note: Remind as below to top of 133 cm height is required when located at a desired distance from the screen. ...• X1160 series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for 76" image sizes . • X1260 series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for X1260 ...
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12 How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom English A 50" iDmeasgireedsize D Height Form base to top of image 2.2 m C 2 m B Desired Distance The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. • X1160 series Example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at 2 m distance from the screen. • X1260 series Example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 2 m and 2.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
12 How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom English A 50" iDmeasgireedsize D Height Form base to top of image 2.2 m C 2 m B Desired Distance The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. • X1160 series Example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at 2 m distance from the screen. • X1260 series Example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 2 m and 2.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.
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The OSD menu will close and the projector will return to the main menu. • To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control. • When the OSD is displayed, use the keys ... "MENU" on the remote control again. After selecting the desired main menu item, press submenu for feature setting. English 15 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus The projector has multilingual OSD that allow you to select any item in the submenu and adjust as described above. • Press "MENU" on the remote control...
The OSD menu will close and the projector will return to the main menu. • To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control. • When the OSD is displayed, use the keys ... "MENU" on the remote control again. After selecting the desired main menu item, press submenu for feature setting. English 15 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus The projector has multilingual OSD that allow you to select any item in the submenu and adjust as described above. • Press "MENU" on the remote control...
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Image setting Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees) Aspect Ratio Projection Use this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. Front-Desktop • The factory default setting. Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer mode ...
Image setting Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees) Aspect Ratio Projection Use this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. Front-Desktop • The factory default setting. Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer mode ...