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Acer Projector P7270/P7270i/P7280/P7280i/ P7290 Series User's Guide Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________ Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies' product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.
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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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet. • 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Always keep the device more than 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) from the pacemaker. • Not carry the device near your pacemaker when the device is switched on. If you suspect interference, switch off your device, and move it. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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• Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods. • Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. • Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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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,...
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". Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom User Controls Installation menu Acer Empowering Technology Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus Color setting Image setting Management setting Audio setting Timer setting PIP setting Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Language setting 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
• 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, Standard, Video, Blackboard, User 1, User 2) enable optimum performance in any situation •...
2 x Quick start guide for P7270i/P7280i Series) (Wireless Quick Start Guide for P7270i/P7280i Series ) 2 x Batteries 2 x Dust filters Wireless antenna (P7270i/P7280i series) Battery Pack with USB PnS handy drive (P7270i/P7280i Series) Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
USB connector video input connector (VGA IN 1) DVI input connector (for digital signal RS232 connector with HDCP function) HDMI connector Audio output connector Top cover release button SPDIF output connector Power socket Kensington lock port Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Press "SOURCE" to choose RGB, Component, S- SOURCE Video, Composite, DVI, HDTV and HDMI™ sources. Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer, Empowering key ePower Infrared transmitter Sends signals to the projector. See the contents in "Turning the Projector On/ POWER Off"...
Press "SOURCE" to choose from RGB, Component-p, SOURCE Component-i, S-Video, Composite, DVI-D, Video and HDTV sources. Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the HIDE image, press again to display the image. MUTE To turn on/off the volume. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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PIP display uses a secondary video source. Press "WIRELESS" to display the image which is wirelessly WIRELESS transmitted from the PC to the projector via the "Acer eProjection Management" utility. (for wireless model) BRIGHTNESS Press "BRIGHTNESS" to adjust the brightness of the image.
7 Audio cable jack/jack 14 Audio cable Jack for wired remote Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
2 Once you decide to implement the dust proof function, please ensure that both top and bottom dust filters are properly installed. Otherwise there will be a warning sound and the projector can not be turned on. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Connecting the Projector for Wireless Function Internet WLAN Speaker Power Description 1 Power cord 2 Audio cable jack 3 Lan cable 4 Antenna Note: For P7270i/P7280i only Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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 Lens cap Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
"Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon." • If the TEMP indicator flashes RED and the message below is displayed onscreen, please contact your local dealer or service center: "Fan fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon." Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Lower the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #2) , then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position. Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #3) to fine-tune the display angle. Elevator Button Tilt adjusting wheel Elevator Foot Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 78" and 94". Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 158 cm height is required when located at 3m distance. Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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287 x 215 265 x 198 318 x 239 317 x 238 382 x 287 370 x 278 446 x 334 423 x 317 510 x 382 476 x 357 573 x 430 Zoom Ratio: 1.2x Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 1.6 m and 1.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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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 Zoom Ratio: 1.2x Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
The new settings will be saved automatically upon exiting the menu. Push the menu button anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer welcome screen. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Acer Empowering Technology Acer Empowering Key provides four Empowering Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management" , "Acer eOpening Management" and "Acer ePower Management" respectively. Press " " key for more than one second to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function.
• 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Saturation 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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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. Projection Front-Desktop • The factory default setting. Front-Ceiling • When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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• Press to increase the sharpness. Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under DVI or Video mode. Note: "Sharpness" functions is not supported under DVI and Computer mode. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting, the changes will take effect when you exit the OSD menu. • Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector. • User: Use memorize picture from "Screen Capture" function. Screen Capture Use this function to customize the startup screen.
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• 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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Composite, S-Video or Component signal. PIP Location Choose the PIP secondary signal location on the display screen. PIP Size Choose the PIP secondary signal size on the display screen. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Language setting Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the to select your preferred menu language. • Press to confirm the selection. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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 Problem Solution No image appears • Connected as described in the "Getting Started"...
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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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Please refer to "Cleaning and replacing the dust filter" for details. Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
To put the dust filters back, reverse the previous step. Note: Please ensure that both top and bottom dust filters are properly installed. Otherwise there will be a warning sound and the projector can not be turned on. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
Ceiling Mount Base - Attach to ceiling Short Rod Long Rod Extension Rod Long Cylinder Cap Allen Key Screw Type A - For tightening/loosening 50 mm length / 8 mm diameter - Tightening Screw Medium Rod Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Use two washers for extra support, if deemed necessary. Attach the ceiling bracket to the ceiling rod. Large cylinder cap Allen Key - For tightening/loosening Screw Type A Tightening Screw 50 mm length - 8 mm diameter Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is listed in the table below. 3 mm diameter screws are enclosed in the screw pack. Models Screw Type B Washer Type Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small P7270/P7270i/ P7280/P7280i/ P7290 145 mm Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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 P7270/P7270i/P7280/P7280i/P7290 Series: Native: XGA (1024 x 768), Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050)
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Security card x 1 • Carrying case x1 • Dust filter x2 • Wireless antenna x1 (For P7270i/P7280i) • Battery Pack with USB PnS handy drive x1 (P7270i/P7280i) * Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
(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. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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...
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Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein. This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact a local office in the country of use. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
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P7270/P7270i/P7280/P7280i/P7290 series Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St. San Jose, CA 95110 U. S. A. Contact Person: Acer Representative Phone No.: 254-298-4000 Fax No.: 254-298-4147 Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...
-. EN301 489-17 V1.2.1 Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages -. EN300 328 V1.7.1 -. EN301 893 V1.4.1 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN) Year to begin affixing CE marking 2009. _______________________________ Easy Lai /Manager Regulation Center, Acer Inc. Downloaded From projector-manual.com Acer Manuals...