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  • Page 1 Manual for Acer Projector PH730 series...
  • Page 2 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 re- cycle it. For electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display, or a super...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Powering Off the projector ...................12 Warning Indicator ......................12 Adjusting the Projected Image................13 Adjusting the Projector Image Height ................13 Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus ................14 Adjusting Projected Image Size ...................14 User Controls ..................... 15 Control Panel & Remote Control ................15 On-Screen Display Menus..................19...

  • Page 4: Usage Notice

    Usage Notice Precautions Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user’s guide to maximize the life of your unit. Do not look into the projector’s lens when the lamp is Warning- on. The bright light may hurt your eyes. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not Warning- expose this product to rain or moisture. Warning- Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock. Warning- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing instructions. Warning- This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages. Warning- Reset the “Lamp Hour Reset” function from the On Screen Display “Management” menu after replacing...
  • Page 5 Usage Notice Turn off the product before cleaning.  Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the  d isplay housing. Disconnect the power plug from AC outlet if the product is not  being used for a long period of time. Don’t: Block the slots and openings on the unit provided for  ventilation. Use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the unit.  Use under the following conditions:  - In extremely hot, cold or humid environments. - In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt. - Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field. - Place in direct sunlight..English...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Product Features This product is an WXGA single chip 0.65” DLP projector. Outstanding features include: True WXGA, 1280 x 768 addressable pixels Single chip DLP technology NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/SECAM and HDTV compatible (480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i) Dual resolution support: - 15:9 (1280 x 768) - 16:9 (1280 x 720 ) User friendly and powerful Acer Empowering key including: Acer eView Management, Acer eTimer Management and Acer eOpening Management. Full function remote control with laser pointer Advanced digital keystone correction and high qual- ity full screen image re-scaling User friendly control panel SXGA+, SXGA compression and XGA, VGA, SVGA re-sizing HDMI and DVI connectors support with HDCP com- pliant Support HDMI input with HDMI 1.0 compliant Supports High bandwidth Digital Content Protection – HDCP 1.1 on HDMI input...

  • Page 7: Package Overview

    Introduction Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if anything is missing. Projector Power Cord 1.8m VGA Cable 1.8m Composite Video Cable USB Cable 1.8m S-Video Cable 1.8m 2.0m 3 RCA Component Cable Remote Control Audio Cable Jack /Jack 1.8m 1.8m 2 x Battery Carrying Case Detachable cable holder Quick Start Card User’s Guide ... English...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Introduction Product Overview Main Unit Two remote control  receiver provided at front panel and front-top cover. 1. Focus Ring/Zoom Ring 2. Zoom Lens 3. Elevator Button 4. Remote Control Receiver 5. Lens Cap Switch 6. Elevator Foot 7. Connection Ports 8. Power Socket 9. Control Panel 10. Detachable cable holder English ...

  • Page 9: Control Panel

    Introduction Control Panel 1. Temp Indicator LED 2. Lamp Indicator LED 3. Power and Indicator LED (Power LED) 4. Source 5. Resync 6. Empowering Key 7. Menu 8. Back 9. Four Directional Select Keys (Keystone) ... English...

  • Page 10: Connection Ports

    Introduction Connection Ports 1. USB Connector 2. HDMI Connector 3. DVI Input Connector 4. VGA Input Connector (PC Analog Signal) 5. Component Video Input Connector 6. S-Video Input Connector 7. RS232 Connector 8. Kensington Lock Port 9. Power Socket 10. VGA Output Connector (Monitor Loop-through Output Connec- tor) 11. Audio Input Connector 12. Composite Video Input Connector English ...

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Introduction Remote Control 1. Transmit Indicator Light 15. Mouse 2. Power 16. Empowering Key 17. Volume +/- 3. Source 4. Resync 18. Page Up/Page Down 19. Color 5. Freeze 6. Hide 20. Brightness 21. RGB 7. Mute 8. Aspect Ratio 22. Contrast 23. S-Video 9. Keystone/Four Directional Select Keys 24. VGA...

  • Page 12: Installation

    8.................. DVI Cable (Optional Accessory) 9....................3 RCA Component Cable 10................RS232 Cable (Optional Accessory) To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please  make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. Refer to the “Compatibility Modes” section on page 36. English ...

  • Page 13: Powering On/Off The Projector

    If the projection lens cap is accidentally closed while the projector is running, users will hear the same beep and the projector will auto- matically go to a stand-by mode if the lens cap is still not opened after 5 times of warning message.

  • Page 14: Powering Off The Projector

    Under normal conditions, the projector can be switched on again after it has cooled down. If the problem persists, you should con- tact your local dealer or our service center. When the “TEMP” indicator flashs amber for about 30 seconds, ...

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Introduction Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector Image Height The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1. Press the elevator button   2. Raise the image to the desired height angle , then re- lease the button to lock the elevator feet into position. 3. Use to fine-tune the display angle.  To lower the image: 1. Press the elevator button. 2. Lower the image, then release the button to lock the el- evator feet into position. 3. Use to fine-tune the display angle.  Elevator Button Elevator Foot Tilt Adjusting Wheel ... English...

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Projector Zoom / Focus

    Introduction Adjusting the Projector Zoom / Focus You may turn the zoom ring to zoom in or out. To focus the image, rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector will focus at distances from (.5 to0 meters).

  • Page 17: User Controls

    User Controls Control Panel & Remote Control There are two ways for you to control the functions: Re- mote Control and Control Panel. Control Panel Using the Control Panel Power Refer to the “Power On/Off the Projector” section on pages 11-12.  Resync Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.  Menu Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display (OSD) menu. To exit  OSD, press “Menu” again. Confirm your selection of items.  Source Press “Source” to choose RGB, Component-p, Component-i,  S-Video, Composite, DVI-D/A, Video, HDTV and HDMI sources. Four Directional Select Keys Use to select items or make adjustments to your  selection. Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector (±16 ...
  • Page 18 Mute Use this key to close the volume.  Four Directional Select Keys Use to select items or make adjustments to your  selection for the OSD menu operation. Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector (±16  degrees). Menu Press “Menu” to launch the on screen display menu. To exit  OSD, press “Menu” again. Zoom Digital Zoom in/out.  Back  Back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation. Mouse / Mouse Right Click / Mouse Left Click These functions are the same as a mouse of PC or Mac.These  functions are available only when the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable. English ...
  • Page 19 “Acer eTimer Management” provides the reminding function for presentation time control. Please refer to On Screen Display Menus section for more detail. Acer eOpening Management Press "e" to launch “Acer eOpening Management”  submenu. “Acer eOpening Management” allows user to change the Startup screen to their personalized image. Please refer to On Screen Display section for details. Volume Increase/decrease the volume.  Page Up (Computer mode only) Use this button to page up. This function is only available when  the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable. Page Down (Computer mode only) Use this button to page down. This function is only available  when the projector is connected to a computer via an USB cable. Press “RGB” for true-color optimization.  ... English...
  • Page 20 Contrast Press “Contrast” control the difference between the  darkest parts lightestand of the picture. Press “VGA” to change source to VGA-In connector. This  connector supports Analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/ 1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync. Component to change source to component connec Press “Component”  tor. This connector supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i) and YCbCr (480i/576i) Video to change source to Composite Video Press “Video”  source. S-Video change source Press “S-Video” to to S-Video source.  Press “DVI” to change source to DVI connector. This connector  supports Digital RGB, Analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/ 1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and HDCP signal. HDMI Press “HDMI” to change source to HDMI. This connector can  support to carry all standard and high-definition consumer electronics video formats English ...

  • Page 21: On-Screen Display Menus

    User Controls On Screen Display Menus The Projector has multilingual On Screen Display menus that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. The projector will automatically detect the source. How to operate To open the OSD menu, press “Menu” on the Remote Control or Control Panel. When OSD is displayed, use keys to select any item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press...

  • Page 22: Color (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Color (Computer / Video Mode) Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of images. Bright : For brightness optimization.  PC : For computer or notebook.  Video : For playing video in a bright environment.  Theater : For Home Theatre usage in a dark room.  sRGB : For true-color optimization.  User : Memorize user’s settings.  Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image. Press the to darken image.  Press the to lighten the image.  Contrast The contrast controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image. Press the to decrease the contrast.  Press the to increase the contrast.

  • Page 23: White Segment

    User Controls Color (Computer / Video Mode) White Segment Use the white Segment control to set the white peaking level of DMD chip. 0 stands for minimal segment, and 10 stands for maximum segment. If you prefer a stronger image, adjust towards the maximum setting. For a smooth and more natural image, adjust towards the minimum setting. Degamma Effects the represent of dark scenery. With greater gamma value, dark scenery will look brighter. Color R Adjusts the red color. Color G Adjusts the green color. Color B Adjusts the blue color. Saturation Adjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated color. Press the to decrease the amount of color in the image.  “Saturation” and  Press the to increase the amount of color in the image.  “Tint” functions are Tint not supported under computer mode or DVI Adjusts the color balance of red and green.

  • Page 24: Image (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Image (Computer / Video Mode) H. Keystone (Horizontal Keystone) Press the or button to adjust image distortion horizontally  and makes a squarer image. V. Keystone (Vertical Keystone) Press the or button to adjust image distortion vertically  and makes a squarer image. Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio. Full : Resize image to fit full screen.  16:9 : The input source will be scaled to fit the width of the screen  and narrowed the height to make the displayed image becomes 16:9 ratio. 4:3 : The input source will be scaled to fit the projection screen  and becomes 4:3 ratio. L. Box : Resize image (keep original source ratio) to fit 1280 pixels  width, then either (1) CUT the top & bottom portion of the resized image or (2) FILL BLACK BARS to the top &...

  • Page 25: Signal Type

    User Controls Image (Computer / Video Mode) Rear-Ceiling  When you select this function, the projector reverses and turns the image upside down at same time. You can project from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection. H. Position (Horizontal Position) Press the to move the image left.  Press the to move the image right.  “H. Position”, “V.  V. Position (Vertical Position) Position”, “Frequency” and “ Tracking” func- Press the to move the image down.  tions are not supported under DVI and Video P ress the to move the image up. ...

  • Page 26: Management (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Management (Computer / Video Mode) ECO Mode 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. Auto Shutdown(Minutes) The projector will auto shutdown while there is no signal input after the setting time. Source Lock When source lock is turned off, the projector will search for other signals if the current input signal is lost. When source lock is turned on, it will “Lock” the current source channel before you press “Source” button on remote control for next channel. Menu Location Choose the Menu location on the display screen. Startup Screen Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you change the setting from one to another, when you exit the OSD menu, the new setting will take effect. Acer : The default startup screen of Acer projector.  User : The user customized startup screen, which is down  loaded from PC to projector via the USB cable and Acer eOpening Management utility (refer to the description of below section). English ...
  • Page 27 User Controls Management (Computer / Video Mode) Acer eOpening Management is a PC utility for user to change the default startup screen of Acer projector to their desired image. You can install Acer eOpening Management from the bundled CD. Connect the projector to your PC with the bundled USB cable then execute Acer eOpening Management utility to download your desired image from your PC to projector. Before the download starts, the projector must enter “Download Mode” first. Please follow the instruction below to enter “Download Mode”. 1. If the AC power cord of the projector was unplugged, plug the AC power. 2. Powering On the Projector 3. Please make sure the USB cable has been plugged and connected to your projector..English...
  • Page 28 User Controls Management (Computer / Video Mode) Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours). Lamp Reminding C hoose this function to show or to hide warning message when the c hanging lamp message is displayed. The message will show up 30 hours before end of life. Lamp Hour Reset Press the button after choosing “Yes ”to turn the lamp hour c ounter to 0 hours. Reset Press the button after choosing “Yes” to return the display pa- rameters on all menus to the factory default settings. English ...

  • Page 29: Audio (Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Audio (Computer / Video Mode) Volume Press the to decrease the volume.  Press the to increase the volume.  Mute Choose the “On” to turn mute on.  Choose the “Off” to turn mute off.  Power On/Off Volume Choose this function to adjust volume when power on/off. Alarm Volume Choose this function to adjust volume when there are errors of the projector..English...

  • Page 30: Timer(Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Timer (Computer / Video Mode) Timer Start Press the to start/stop timer. Timer Period Press the to adjust timer period. Timer Volume Choose this function to adjust volume when timer function is enable and time is up. Timer Display Press the to choose timer display mode on the screen. Timer Location Choose the timer location on the screen. English ...

  • Page 31: Language(Computer/Video Mode)

    User Controls Language (Computer / Video Mode) Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu . Use the or key to select your preferred language. Press to confirm the selection  ... English...

  • Page 32: Appendices

    1. Open “My Computer” icon, the “Control Panel” folder, and then double click on the “Display” icon. 2. Select the “Setting” tab. 3. In the “Desktop Area” you will find the resolution setting. Verify that the resolution setting is less than or equal to 1280 x 768 resolution. If the projector is still not projecting the whole image, you will also need to change the monitor display you are using. Refer to the following steps. 4. Follow the above steps 1-2. Click on the “Advanced Properties” button. 5. Select the “Change” button under the “Monitor” tab .
  • Page 33 7. Verify that the resolution setting of the monitor display is less than or equal to 1280 X 768. If you are using a Notebook PC:  1. You are required to implement the above steps of resolution setting of the computer first. 2. Switch the Notebook PC display to the “external display only” or “CRT only” mode. If you experience difficulty in changing resolutions or your  monitor freezes, restart all the equipment and the projector. Problem: The screen of the Notebook or PowerBook com- puter is not displaying your presentation. If you are using a Notebook PC:  Some Notebook PCs may deactivate their screens when a second display device is in use. Refer to your computer’s documentation for information on how to reactivate the monitor display. If you are using an Apple PowerBook:  In Control Panels, open the PowerBook Display to select Video Mirroring “On”. Problem: Image is unstable or flickering Use “Tracking” to correct it. Refer to page 23.
  • Page 34 Please select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player if you are  playing a 16:9 DVD. If you can’t select 4:3 aspect ratio type on your DVD player, please  select 4:3 aspect ratio in the on screen menu. Problem: Image is reversed. Select “Image” from the OSD and adjust the projection direction.  See page 22,23. Problem: Lamp burns out or makes a popping sound When the lamp reaches its end of 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”. See page 33. Problem: LED lighting message Power LED Message Temp LED Lamp LED...

  • Page 35: Replacing The Lamp

    Lamp Changing Procedure: 1. Turn the power off the projector by pressing the Power button. 2. Allow the projector to cool down at least 30 minutes. Warning: To 3. Disconnect the power cord. reduce the risk of personal injury, do  4. Remove the cover. not drop the lamp 5. Push up and remove the cover.  module or touch 6. Remove the 3 screws from the lamp module.  the lamp bulb. The bulb may shatter  7. Pull out the lamp module. and cause injury if To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous steps. it is dropped..English...
  • Page 36 Appendices Problem: Message Reminders “Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power opera-  tion. Replacement Suggested!” will be shown about 10 seconds when lamp life is going to deplete. “Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” will  be shown when the system temperature is over heat. “Fan fail. Lamp will automatically turn off soon.” will be shown  when the fan is out of order. English ...

  • Page 37: Specifications

    Lamp - 230W User Replaceable Lamp Number of Pixels - 1280 pixels(H) X 768 lines(V) Displayable Color - 16.7M colors Contrast Ratio - 2500:1 (Full On/Full Off) Uniformity - 90% Noise Level - 28dB(A)(standard mode / 26dB(A)(ECO mode) Projection Lens - F/2.5~2.8 f=22.5~26.69mm with 1.2X Manual zoom lens Projection Screen Size (Diag.) - 36 to 300 inches Diagonal Projection Distance - 4.92 to 32.81 feet (1.5 to 10 meters) Video Compatibility - NTSC 3.58/NTSC 4.43/PAL/SECAM and HDTV compatible - Composite video & S-Video capability H. Frequency - 31.5kHz~100kHz horizontal scan V. Frequency - 56Hz~85Hz vertical refresh Power Supply - Universal AC input 100-240V ; Input Frequency...

  • Page 38: Compatibility Modes

    1280x960 59.7 QuadVGA 1280x960 75.23 SXGA+ 1400x1050 63.98 1152x870 75.06 68.68 MAC G4 640x480 31.35 i Mac DV 1024x768 VGA - Analog – Extended Wide timing WXGA 1280 x 768 48.36 1280 x 768 57.6 1280 x 768 68.63 1360 x 768 47.72 DVI – Digital 640x480 31.5 640x480 37.9 640x480 37.5...
  • Page 39 67.5 1152x864 77.1 1280x1024 63.98 1280x1024 79.98 1280x1024 91.1 SXGA+(Compressed) 1400x1050 63.98 UXGA(Compressed) 1600x1200 DVI – Digital – Extended Wide timing WXGA 1280 x 768 48.36 1280 x 768 57.6 1280 x 768 68.63 1360 x 768 47.72 HDMI – Digital (1) PC Signal. *Support above DVI digital timing format. (2) Video Signal.

  • Page 40: Regulation & 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 en- ergy 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 televi- sion 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 fol- lowing 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. 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 computer. English ...

  • Page 41: Operation Conditions

    Appendices 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, in cluding interfer- ence that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this Acer projector is in compliance with the essen- tial requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. (Please visit http:// global.acer.com.) Compliant with Russian regulatory certification Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference. 1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
  • Page 42 4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged. 5. 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. 6. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord. 7. 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. 8. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or remov- ing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 9. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to quali- fied service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating in- structions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are cov- ered 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. e. If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a needfor service. 10. T o avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock, use the AC adapter only when the wall socket is properly grounded. English ...

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