Acer S1285N User Manual

Acer ProjectorX1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/S1285/S1285N/P1185/P1285/P1385W/H5381BD/X1385WH/H6518BD/P1525 Series User's Guide

Troubleshooting 42LED & Alarm Definition Listing 46Using the inner connector(s) 47Ceiling Mount Installation 48Specifications 51Compatibility

1EnglishIntroductionProduct FeaturesThis product is a single-chip DLP® projector, including the following outstanding features:• DLP® technology• X118

2EnglishPackage OverviewThis projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure you have them all. Contact your dealer immediately if

3EnglishProjector OverviewProjector OutlookFront/upper sideRear side# Description # Description1 Control panel 4 HDMI (MHL) connectorMicro USB cable2

4EnglishControl Panel# Function Description1 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED.2POWER indicator LEDRefer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section

5EnglishRemote Control Layout# Function Description1 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.2 MEDIA SETUP (No function)3

6English12 FREEZE To pause the screen image.13 SOURCE Chooses RGB, component video, S-Video, composite video, HDMI (MHL) or HDTV source. 14 HIDE Press

7EnglishMHL Feature IntroductionWhen your smart device is connected to the projector, you can use some buttons on the remote control to control your s

8EnglishGetting StartedConnecting the Projector• X1185/X1185N/X1285/X1285N/S1285/S1285NNote: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, pl

9English• P1185/P1285/P1385W/H5381BD/X1385WH/P1525# Description # Description1 Power cord 7 RS232 cable2 VGA cable 8 USB cable3 VGA to component video

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10EnglishNote: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector

11English• H6518BD# Description # Description1 Power cord 8 USB cable2 VGA cable 9 3 RCA component cable4 Composite video cable 10 HDMI (MHL) cable5 A

12EnglishNote: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector

13EnglishTurning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector1 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will

14EnglishTurning Off the Projector1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears:"Please press power button again to c

15EnglishAdjusting the Projected ImageAdjusting the Height of the Projected ImageThe projector is equipped with two elevator feet for adjusting the im

16EnglishHow to Optimize Image Size and DistanceConsult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at

17English• XGAIf the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 72" and 79".Note: Remind as be

18English• XGA (fixed-zoom models)If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes around 242".Note: Remin

19English• WXGAIf the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 84" and 93".Note: Remind as b

iiiInformation for Your Safety and ComfortRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instruct

20English• 720pIf the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 82" and 90".Note: Remind as b

21English• 1080pIf the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 90" and 118".Note: Remind as

22EnglishHow to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and ZoomThe table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either

23English• XGATo obtain an image size of 70", set the projector at a distance between 2.6 m and 2.9 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level a

24English• XGA (fixed-zoom models)To obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance 0.9 m from the screen.Desired Image Size Distanc

25English• WXGATo obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 2.3 m and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level a

26English• 720pTo obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 2.3 m and 2.6 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level a

27English• 1080pTo obtain an image size of 70" set the projector at a distance between 1.8 m and 2.3 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level

28EnglishUser ControlsInstallation MenuThe Installation menu provides an Onscreen Display (OSD) for projector installation and maintenance. Use the OS

29EnglishOnscreen Display (OSD) MenusThe projector has multilingual Onscreen Display (OSD) menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a

iv• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface.• Never use it under sporti

30EnglishColorLumiSense+The light sensor of LumiSense+ technology can intelligently optimizes the brightness and color saturation of projected image b

31EnglishContrastControls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of

32EnglishNote: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer mode.Advanced• Ind. Color Management: Adjusts th

33EnglishImageProjection• Front-Desktop: The factory default setting.• Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector inverts the image

34EnglishNote: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under vide

35EnglishNote: "HDMI Color Range" and "HDMI Scan Info" are only available when the input signal is HDMI.SettingStartup ScreenUse t

36EnglishClosed CaptionSelects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4 (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area)

37EnglishSecurityTimeout (Min.)Once "Security" is set to "On", you can set timeout function.• Press to select timeout duration.•

38EnglishSecurityAdministrator PasswordYou can enter "Administrator Password" when the "Enter Administrator Password" or "Ent

39EnglishManagementAudioECO ModeChoose "On" to dim the projector lamp, which will also lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend

vProduct servicingDo not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other r

40English3DAlarm VolumeSelect this function to adjust the volume of any warning notifications.3DSelects "On" to enable the 3D function suppo

41EnglishNote: Supported 3D signal timings: It needs correct settings on graphics card 3D application program for correct 3D display.The SW players, s

42EnglishAppendicesTroubleshootingIf you experience a problem with your Acer projector, refer to the following troubleshooting guide. If the problem p

43English3 Partial, scrolling or incorrectly displayed image(For notebooks)• Press "RESYNC" on the control panel or remote control.• For an

44EnglishProblems with the Projector8 Image is stretched when displaying a "widescreen" DVD titleWhen you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic o

45EnglishOSD Messages# Condition Message Reminder1 Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working.Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded

46EnglishLED & Alarm Definition ListingLED MessagesMessage Power LED LAMP LED TEMP LEDRed Blue Red RedStandby(Power cord plugged in)V-- -- --Power

47EnglishUsing the inner connector(s)Turn the projector off by pressing (POWER). Allow the projector at least 45 minutes to cool down. Disconnect th

48EnglishCeiling Mount InstallationIf you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the steps below:1 Drill four holes into

49English3 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket.Note: It is recommended th

vi• Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet.• Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector. Do not operate if s

50English5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.Note: The appropriate type of screw and washer for each model is listed in the table below. 4

51EnglishSpecificationsThe specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documenta

52EnglishProjection lens• X1185/X1185N/P1185:F = 2.56 - 2.68, f = 22.04 mm - 24.14 mm,1:1.1 Manual Zoom and Manual Focus• X1285/X1285N/P1285:F = 2.56

53EnglishThrow ratio• X1185/X1185N/P1185: 50"±3% @ 2 m (1.96 - 2.15:1)• X1285/X1285N/P1285:53"±3% @ 2 m (1.86 - 2.04:1)• S1285/S1285N: 77&qu

54EnglishI/O connectors S1285N:• Power socket x 1• USB (Type mini B) x 1 • VGA input x 2• VGA output x 1• RS232 x 1X1185N/X1285N:• Power socket x 1• U

55English* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.I/O connectors P1285/P1385W/H5381BD/P1525:• Power socket x 1• USB (Type mini

56EnglishCompatibility Modes1 VGA Analog - PC SignalMode Resolution V.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]VGA 640 x 48060 31.4772 37.8675 37.5085 43.27120

57English2 HDMI - PC Signal WXGA1280 x 768 60 47.781280 x 768 75 60.291280 x 768 85 68.631280 x 720 60 45.001280 x 800 60 49.701280 x 800 - RB 120 101

58English3 HDMI - Video Signal SXGA+_60 1400 x 1050 59.978 65.317UXGA_60 1600 x 1200 60 75Mac G4 640 x 480@60Hz 59.94 31.469MAC13 640 x 480@67Hz 66.66

59English4 MHL - Video Signal 5 YPbPr Signal6 Video, S-Video SignalMode Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]480i720 x 480 (1440 x 480)60 15.7

viiCaution for ListeningTo protect your hearing, follow these instructions.• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.

59EnglishEnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device p

60EnglishRemarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiensCet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.Declara

61EnglishEnglishList of applicable countriesThis device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use.

62EnglishAcer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., XizhiNew Taipei City 221, TaiwanDeclaration of ConformityWe,Acer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1,

63EnglishEnglishAcer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., XizhiNew Taipei City 221, TaiwanDeclaration of ConformityWe,Acer Incorporated8F, 88,

64EnglishAcer America Corporation333 West San Carlos St.,Suite 1500San Jose, CA 95110 U. S. A.Tel: 254-298-4000Fax: 254-298-4147www.acer.comFederal Co

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viiiFirst Thing FirstUsage NotesDo:• Turn off the product before cleaning.• Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housin

Information for Your Safety and Comfort iiiFirst Thing First viiiUsage Notes viiiPrecautions viiiIntroduction 1Product Features 1Package Overview