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Acer Projector
K10 User's Guide
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Copyright © 2008. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved. Acer Projector K10 User's Guide Original Issue: 12/2008 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specific
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iii Information for your safety and comfort Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Caution for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the external power sup
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iv the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface. • Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, lamp. Using electrical power • 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 comp
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v Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into the product • the product was exposed to rain or water • the product has been dropped or the case has been damag
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vi might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact your dealer. • Do not keep using this projector if it is broken or you have dropped it. In this case, contact your dealer for inspection. • Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire. • When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power. • Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot. • Do not look into t
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vii Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. Consult a physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy or if you have any questions. Switch off your device in health care facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment t
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viii atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots, storage, and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are
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ix First things first Usage Notes Do: • Turn off the product before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the projector 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 s
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Information for your safety and comfort iii First things first ix Usage Notes ix Precautions ix Introduction 1 Product Features 1 Contents 2 Projector Overview 3 Getting Started 5 Connecting the Projector 5 Turning the Projector On/Off 6 Adjusting the Projected Image 8 User Controls 11 Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 11 Color Setting 12 Image Setting 13 Management Setting 15 Language Setting 15 Appendices 16 Troubleshooting 16 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 19 Specifications 20 Compatibility Modes
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English 1 Introduction Product Features ® This product is a single-chip DLP projector. Outstanding features include: ® • DLP technology • 858 x 600 SVGA resolution 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported • NTSC/PAL/SECAM compatible and HDTV (480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i) supported • Compact size projector facilitates business purposes and home entertainment. • Advanced digital keystone correction delivers optimum presentations • Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus ® ® • Microsoft Wi
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2 Contents 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 VGA cable Composite video cable AC adapter Carrying case Acer Projector Quick Start Guide Quick start guide User’s Guide English
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English 3 Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side 1 2 3 4 # Description # Description 1 Control panel 3 Projection lens 2 Focus ring 4 Elevator foot Rear side 1 2 34 5 # Description # Description 1 DC IN connector 4 Kensington lock port 2 Composite video input connector 5 Tripod socket 3 PC analog signal/HDTV/Component video input connector
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4 Control Panel 1 2 3 4 6 5 # Function Description 1 TEMP Temp Indicator LED 2 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED 3 Four directional select keys Use to select items or make adjustments to your selection. 4MENU • 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. 5 SOURCE Press "SOURCE" to choose RGB, Component, S-Video, Composite, DVI, HDTV and HDMI sources. 6POWER See the contents in
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Eng Englliis sh h 5 Getting Started Connecting the Projector DVD player, Set-top Box HDTV receiver VGA, DVI RB G D-Sub Video Output Y RB G HDTV adapter D-Sub Y # Description 1 Composite video cable 2 VGA to component/HDTV adapter 3 VGA 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. 2 3 1
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6 Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector 1 Ensure that the AC adapter, power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will flash red. 2 Turn on the lamp by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power LED will turn blue. 3 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically. • If the screen displays "Lock" & "Source" icons, it means the projector locks on this source type and ther
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Eng Englliis sh h 7 Turning Off the Projector 1 To turn off the projector press the "Power" button twice. The message below will display onscreen for 5 seconds. "Please press power button again to complete the shutdown process." 2 Immediately after powering off, the Power indicator LED will flash RED rapidly and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 20 seconds. This is to ensure that the system cools correctly. 3 Once the system has finished cooling, the "Power" indicator LED
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8 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of Projected Image The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the height of image. To raise the image: 1 Turn the elevator foot to lengthen the foot. 2 Raise the image to the desired height angle. To lower the image: 1 Turn the elevator foot to shorten the foot. 2 Lower the image to the desired height angle. Elevator foot English
