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... to the equipment operator as close to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Unplug this product through cabinet slots as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the external power supply unit: • Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the projector. • If the system has multiple sources of any kind...
... to the equipment operator as close to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Unplug this product through cabinet slots as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the external power supply unit: • Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the projector. • If the system has multiple sources of any kind...
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... environments: • Space that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Consult your eyes. • Turn on . v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from walls and free flow of air around the projector is necessary. • Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Your device and its enhancements may...
... environments: • Space that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other risks. Consult your eyes. • Turn on . v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from walls and free flow of air around the projector is necessary. • Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Your device and its enhancements may...
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... follow all changing instructions. • Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management" menu after replacing the lamp module. • Do not attempt to suitable qualified professional service personnel. • Do not stand the projector on the remote control. • The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Please be sure to change the lamp when is unplugged. • The product will detect the life of displaying inverted images for...
... follow all changing instructions. • Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management" menu after replacing the lamp module. • Do not attempt to suitable qualified professional service personnel. • Do not stand the projector on the remote control. • The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Please be sure to change the lamp when is unplugged. • The product will detect the life of displaying inverted images for...
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... solvents to clean the unit. • Use under "Replacing the Lamp". Precautions Follow all changing instructions. • This product will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. Warning: • Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on the unit provided for a long period of time. Don't: • Block the slots and openings on . The bright light may make...
... solvents to clean the unit. • Use under "Replacing the Lamp". Precautions Follow all changing instructions. • This product will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced. Warning: • Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on the unit provided for a long period of time. Don't: • Block the slots and openings on . The bright light may make...
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... 2 Projector Overview 3 Projector Outlook 3 Remote Control and Control Panel Layout 5 Getting Started 7 Connecting the Projector 7 Turning the Projector On/Off 8 Turning on the Projector 8 Turning the projector off 9 Adjusting the Projected Image 10 Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 10 How to optimize image size and distance 11 How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom 13 User Controls 15 Installation menu 15 Acer Empowering Technology 16 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 17 Color 18 Image 20 Setting 22 Management 24 Audio 24...
... 2 Projector Overview 3 Projector Outlook 3 Remote Control and Control Panel Layout 5 Getting Started 7 Connecting the Projector 7 Turning the Projector On/Off 8 Turning on the Projector 8 Turning the projector off 9 Adjusting the Projected Image 10 Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 10 How to optimize image size and distance 11 How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom 13 User Controls 15 Installation menu 15 Acer Empowering Technology 16 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 17 Color 18 Image 20 Setting 22 Management 24 Audio 24...
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Outstanding features include: • DLP® technology • X1161P/X1161PA/X1161PN/X112 series: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution X1261P/X1261PN series: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported • Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature's true colors for vivid, life-like images • High brightness and contrast ratio • Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Game, Education, User) enable optimum performance in any situation...
Outstanding features include: • DLP® technology • X1161P/X1161PA/X1161PN/X112 series: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution X1261P/X1261PN series: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported • Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature's true colors for vivid, life-like images • High brightness and contrast ratio • Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Video, Game, Education, User) enable optimum performance in any situation...
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... 1 Remote control Receives signals from remote control. receiver 2 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 3 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. 4 VGA Press "VGA" to change source to S-Video. (for X1161P/X1161PA/X112/X1261P series only) 6 S-VIDEO Press "S-VIDEO" to change source to the input source. 10...
... 1 Remote control Receives signals from remote control. receiver 2 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 3 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. 4 VGA Press "VGA" to change source to S-Video. (for X1161P/X1161PA/X112/X1261P series only) 6 S-VIDEO Press "S-VIDEO" to change source to the input source. 10...
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... Momentarily turns off the video. Note: Remote Control Placement Please refer to the illustration to attach the remote control to display the image. 13 Empowering Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to the projector. key 14 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees). 15 Four directional Use up...
... Momentarily turns off the video. Note: Remote Control Placement Please refer to the illustration to attach the remote control to display the image. 13 Empowering Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to the projector. key 14 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees). 15 Four directional Use up...
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...the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. • If you connect to multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source" button on the remote control to switch between inputs. Power button The projector will turn blue. 3 Turn on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will detect your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The Power indicator LED will flash red. 2 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on your source automatically. • If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the projector is locked onto a specific source...
...the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. • If you connect to multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source" button on the remote control to switch between inputs. Power button The projector will turn blue. 3 Turn on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will detect your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The Power indicator LED will flash red. 2 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on your source automatically. • If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the projector is locked onto a specific source...
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Warning indicators: • "Projector Overheated. Press the power button again. 2 The LED power indicator will turn RED and blink rapidly after the projector is turned off , the projector will automatically shut down , and the LED temp indicator will stop blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode. 5 It is now safe to unplug the power cord. This onscreen message indicates that the system cools properly. (only supported under "Instant Resume" mode) 3 As long as the power cord remains plugged in, you can press...
Warning indicators: • "Projector Overheated. Press the power button again. 2 The LED power indicator will turn RED and blink rapidly after the projector is turned off , the projector will automatically shut down , and the LED temp indicator will stop blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode. 5 It is now safe to unplug the power cord. This onscreen message indicates that the system cools properly. (only supported under "Instant Resume" mode) 3 As long as the power cord remains plugged in, you can press...
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... 15 User Controls Installation menu The installation menu provides an onscreen display (OSD) for feature setting. The menu options include settings and adjustments for projector installation and maintenance. 3 The background pattern acts as screen size and distance, focus and more . 1 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad. 2 Press the menu button on the screen. Use the OSD only when the message "No signal input" is displayed on the control pad to launch the OSD for screen size and distance, focus, keystone...
... 15 User Controls Installation menu The installation menu provides an onscreen display (OSD) for feature setting. The menu options include settings and adjustments for projector installation and maintenance. 3 The background pattern acts as screen size and distance, focus and more . 1 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad. 2 Press the menu button on the screen. Use the OSD only when the message "No signal input" is displayed on the control pad to launch the OSD for screen size and distance, focus, keystone...
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Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer or HDMI mode. Effects the representation of dark scenery. R Gain Adjusts the red gain for color temperature optimization. With greater gamma value, dark scenery looks brighter. B Gain Adjusts the blue gain for color temperature optimization. English 19 Color Temperature Gamma Mode Use this function to choose CT1, CT2 (Native), CT3, User mode. G Gain Adjusts the green gain for color temperature optimization.
Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer or HDMI mode. Effects the representation of dark scenery. R Gain Adjusts the red gain for color temperature optimization. With greater gamma value, dark scenery looks brighter. B Gain Adjusts the blue gain for color temperature optimization. English 19 Color Temperature Gamma Mode Use this function to choose CT1, CT2 (Native), CT3, User mode. G Gain Adjusts the green gain for color temperature optimization.
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... when the aspect ratio is NTSC. 22 Setting English Closed Caption Security Selects a preferred closed captioning mode 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 the projector . Select "Off" to turn on the projector . The user has to enter a password to change the "Security...
... when the aspect ratio is NTSC. 22 Setting English Closed Caption Security Selects a preferred closed captioning mode 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 the projector . Select "Off" to turn on the projector . The user has to enter a password to change the "Security...
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... "Confirm Password" displayed. • The password should be between 4 and 8 characters long. • If you select "Always request the password when turning the projector on.", the user has to enter the password every time when the projector is turned on. 23 English VGA OUT (Standby) Reset User password • Press to setup or change the "Administrator Password". • The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234". This unique password is the number which is...
... "Confirm Password" displayed. • The password should be between 4 and 8 characters long. • If you select "Always request the password when turning the projector on.", the user has to enter the password every time when the projector is turned on. 23 English VGA OUT (Standby) Reset User password • Press to setup or change the "Administrator Password". • The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234". This unique password is the number which is...
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... the volume. (for proper high altitude cooling of -life. 24 Management English 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 automatically shutdown when there is no signal input after the allocated time. (default is pressed again within 2 minutes. Choose "Off" to restore the volume. Activate this function to display a reminder to allow...
... the volume. (for proper high altitude cooling of -life. 24 Management English 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 automatically shutdown when there is no signal input after the allocated time. (default is pressed again within 2 minutes. Choose "Off" to restore the volume. Activate this function to display a reminder to allow...
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... your display resolution setting is switched on. 2 Partial, scrolling • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel. Please refer to WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200). • Click the "Advanced Properties" button. If the problem still appears, change the monitor display you have removed the lens cap and the projector is lower than or equal to the following troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, please contact your Acer projector, refer...
... your display resolution setting is switched on. 2 Partial, scrolling • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel. Please refer to WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200). • Click the "Advanced Properties" button. If the problem still appears, change the monitor display you have removed the lens cap and the projector is lower than or equal to the following troubleshooting guide. If the problem persists, please contact your Acer projector, refer...
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... the projector. 4 The screen of the • If you are using an Apple® Mac® OS based notebook: In System Preferences, open Display and select Video Mirroring "On". 5 Image is unstable • Adjust the "Tracking" to correct it compatible with the projector. 7 Image is out of focus • Make sure the lens cap is removed. • Adjusts the focus ring on the remote control or control or incorrectly panel.
... the projector. 4 The screen of the • If you are using an Apple® Mac® OS based notebook: In System Preferences, open Display and select Video Mirroring "On". 5 Image is unstable • Adjust the "Tracking" to correct it compatible with the projector. 7 Image is out of focus • Make sure the lens cap is removed. • Adjusts the focus ring on the remote control or control or incorrectly panel.
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... or service center to obtain a new filter. It also can be cleaned by water. (Illustration #2) 2 If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is recommended, clean period will be depending on actual environment) Please find following steps for computers and other office equipments. English 33 Replacing and cleaning the dust filters Replacing the dust filters 1 Turn the projector off then unplug the power cord...
... or service center to obtain a new filter. It also can be cleaned by water. (Illustration #2) 2 If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is recommended, clean period will be depending on actual environment) Please find following steps for computers and other office equipments. English 33 Replacing and cleaning the dust filters Replacing the dust filters 1 Turn the projector off then unplug the power cord...
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... specifications listed below are subject to 104ºF Projection system Resolution Computer compatibility Video compatibility Aspect ratio Displayable colors Projection lens Projection screen size (diagonal) Projection distance Throw ratio Horizontal scan rate Vertical refresh scan rate Lamp type Keystone correction Audio Weight Dimensions (W x D x H) Digital Zoom Power supply Power consumption Operating temperature DLP® X1161P/X1161PA/X1161PN/X112: Native: SVGA (800 x 600) , Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680x1050), 1080p(1920x1080), WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200) X1261P/X1261PN...
... specifications listed below are subject to 104ºF Projection system Resolution Computer compatibility Video compatibility Aspect ratio Displayable colors Projection lens Projection screen size (diagonal) Projection distance Throw ratio Horizontal scan rate Vertical refresh scan rate Lamp type Keystone correction Audio Weight Dimensions (W x D x H) Digital Zoom Power supply Power consumption Operating temperature DLP® X1161P/X1161PA/X1161PN/X112: Native: SVGA (800 x 600) , Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680x1050), 1080p(1920x1080), WUXGA-RB (1920 x 1200) X1261P/X1261PN...
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39 English Standard package contents • AC power cord x1 • VGA cable x1 • Remote control x1 • Battery x1 (for remote control) • User's guide (CD-ROM) x1 • Quick start guide x1 • Security card x1 • Carrying case x1 (Optional) I/O connectors Power socket USB (for remote computer control) VGA IN S-Video Composite video RS232 VGA output 3.5 mm audio jack input X1261P V X V V V V V V X1161PN/X1261PN X1161P/X1161PA/X112 V V V V V V X V X V X X X X X X * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
39 English Standard package contents • AC power cord x1 • VGA cable x1 • Remote control x1 • Battery x1 (for remote control) • User's guide (CD-ROM) x1 • Quick start guide x1 • Security card x1 • Carrying case x1 (Optional) I/O connectors Power socket USB (for remote computer control) VGA IN S-Video Composite video RS232 VGA output 3.5 mm audio jack input X1261P V X V V V V V V X1161PN/X1261PN X1161P/X1161PA/X112 V V V V V V X V X V X X X X X X * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.