Acer Projector

P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/
P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W Series
User's Guide
Copyright © 2007. Acer Incorporated.
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Acer Projector P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W Series User's Guide

Original Issue: 11/2007

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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 supply unit:
• Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC
power outlet.
• Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the
projector.
• If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the
system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

Caution for Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible
and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to
disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.

Warnings!

• Do not use this product near water.

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product
falls, it could be seriously damaged.
• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
• 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.
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• 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 company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where people will walk on the cord.
• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total
ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total
rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse
rating.
• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too
many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch
circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of
the power strip's input rating.
• This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug.
The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet
is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert
the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for
details.

Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is
not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.

Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected
noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with
the performance of this product.

• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need
to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets
the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type
SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters
(15 feet) maximum length.
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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 damaged
• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service
• the product does not operate normally after following the operating
instructions

Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered 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.

Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding
or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options.

Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of
the reach of small children.

Additional safety information

• Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright may
hurt your eyes.
• Turn on the projector first and then signal sources
• Do not place the product in following environments:
• Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls
and free flow of air around the projector is necessary.
• Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as inside of a
car with all windows rolled up.
• Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate
optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image.
• Locations near fire alarms.
• Locations with an ambient temperature above 40 ºC/104 ºF.
• 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
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might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and
contact your dealer.
• Do not keep using this product to break or drop 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, sugges to ensure the projector
completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power.
• Do not turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector during
operation. It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or other
trouble. The best way is to wait for the fan to turn off before turning main
power off.
• Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot.
• Clean the air filter frequently if have. The temperature inside may rise and
cause damage when the filter/ventilation slots clogged with dirt or dust.
• Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may
hurt your eyes.
• Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector is
on.
• Do not block the projector lens with any object when the projector is
under operation as this could cause the object to become heated and
deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press HIDE
on the projector or remote controller.
• The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to
cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for
replacement.
• Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break
on rare occasions.
• Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the
projector is unplugged.
• The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change
the lamp when is showing warning message.
• When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and 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 disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high
voltages inside which may hurt you. The only user serviceable part is the
lamp which has its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to suitable
qualified professional service personnel.
• Do not stand the projector on end vertically. It may cause the projector to
fall over, causing injury or damage.
• 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.
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Operating environment for using wireless function

(Optional)

Warning! For safety reasons, turn off all wireless or radio transmitting
devices when using your machine under the following conditions. These
devices may include, but are not limited to: wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth
and/or 3G.

Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any area, and always
switch off your device when its use is prohibited or when it may cause
interference or danger. Use the device only in its normal operating positions.
This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally, and it and its
antenna are positioned at least 1.5 centimeters (5/8 inches) away from your
body. It should not contain metal and you should position the device the above-
stated distance from your body.

To successfully transmit data files or messages, this device requires a good

quality connection to the network. In some cases, transmission of data files or
messages may be delayed until such a connection is available.

Ensure that the above separation distance instructions are followed until the
transmission is completed.

Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the
device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with
the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near
the device, because information stored on them may be erased.

Medical devices
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 that could be sensitive to external RF transmissions.

Pacemakers. Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum separation

of 15.3 centimeters (6 inches) be maintained between wireless devices and a
pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker. These
recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and
recommendations of Wireless Technology Research. Persons with pacemakers
should do the following:
• 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.
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Hearing aids. Some digital wireless devices may interfere with some hearing
aids. If interference occurs, consult your service provider.

Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic
systems in motor vehicles such as electronic fuel injection systems, electronic
antiskid (antilock) braking systems, electronic speed control systems, and air bag
systems. For more information, check with the manufacturer, or its
representative, of your vehicle or any equipment that has been added. Only
qualified personnel should service the device, or install the device in a vehicle.
Faulty installation or service may be dangerous and may invalidate any
warranty that may apply to the device. Check regularly that all wireless
equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or
carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment
as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag,
remember that air bags inflate with great force. Do not place objects, including
installed or portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the
air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly
installed, and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.

Using your device while flying in aircraft is prohibited. Switch off your device
before boarding an aircraft. The use of wireless teledevices in an aircraft may be
dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the wireless telephone
network, and may be illegal.

Potentially explosive environments

Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive
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 often, but not always, clearly marked. They include below deck
on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquefied
petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.

Caution for Listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.
• Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.
• Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.
• 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.
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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
recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics
Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/
sustainability.htm

Mercury advisory
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of
according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the
Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal
information, check www.lamprecycle.org
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First thing first

Usage notes
Do:
• Turn off the product before cleaning.
• Use a soft cloth moistened with mild detergent to clean the display
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.

Precautions
Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this
user's guide to maximize the life of your unit.

Warning:
• Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt
your eyes.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
• Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock.
• When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing
instructions.
• This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp
when it shows warning messages.
• Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management"
menu after replacing the lamp module.
• When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling
cycle before disconnecting power.
• Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.
• Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.
• 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".
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Contents
First thing first x
Usage notes x
Precautions x

Introduction 1
Product Features 1
Package Overview 2
Projector Overview 3
Projector Outlook 3
Control Panel 4
Remote Control Layout 6

Getting Started 9
Connecting the Projector 9
Connecting the Projector for Wireless Function 10
Turning the Projector On/Off 11
Turning on the Projector 11
Turning off the Projector 12
Adjusting the Projected Image 13
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 13
How to optimize image size and distance 14
How to get a preferred image size by adjusting
distance and zoom 18

User Controls 22
Acer Empowering Technology 22
Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 23
Color setting 24
Image setting 25
Management setting 27
Audio setting 29
Language setting 30

Appendices 31
Troubleshooting 31
LED & Alarm Definition Listing 36
 Replacing the Lamp 37
Ceiling Mount Installation 38
Specifications 41
Compatibility modes 43

Regulations and safety notices 49

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Introduction

English
Product Features
This product is a single-chip DLP® projector. Outstanding features include:

• DLP® technology

• P1165/P1165P: Native 800 x 600 SVGA resolution

P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280 series : Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolution
P5370W: Native 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution
4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported
Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box aspect ratio supported (P5370W)
• 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
• P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P:
NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i) supported
P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series:
NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported
• Top-loading lamp design allows easy lamp replacement

• Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life

• Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer

eView, eTimer, eOpening Management) for easy adjustment of settings
• P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P: Equipped with DVI connection supporting
HDCP
P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series:
Equipped with DVI and HDMI™ connections supporting HDCP

• Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations

• Multi-language onscreen display (OSD) menus

• Full-function remote control

• Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.1x

• 2x digital zoom and pan function

• Microsoft® Windows® 2000, XP, Vista® OS compliant

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Package Overview
English

This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your
unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.

Projector with lens cap Power cord VGA cable

Compostive video cable 2 x Batteries Carrying case

DVI-D Cable Security card 2 x User's Guide (Wireless CD

(P5260i/P5270/P5280/ for P5260i Series)
P5370W Series)
#A #B
Acer Projector

PgUp
Quick Start Guide

PgDn

Remote control 2 x Quick start guide Battery Pack with USB PnS
(#B for P5260i Series) (Wireless Quick Start Guide handy drive (P5260i Series)
for P5260i Series )

Wireless antenna
(P5260i Series)
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Projector Overview

English
Projector Outlook
Front / upper side
3
8

3
4

6
7

# Description # Description
1 Zoom ring 5 Lens cap
2 Focus ring 6 Elevator button
3 Remote control receiver 7 Elevator foot
4 Zoom lens 8 Control panel

Rear side

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11

12 9 13 10

14 15 16 17 18
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# Description # Description
English

1 Audio input connector (1) Below items are for P5270/P5280/P5370W

series only:
2 RS232 connector 11 HDMI connector
3 USB connector 12 Audio input connector (2)
4 S-Video input connector 13 PC analog signal/HDTV/component
video input connector (2)
5 Composite video input connector Below items are for P5260i series only:
6 Monitor loop-through output 11 HDMI connector
connector (VGA-Out)
7 PC analog signal/HDTV/component 14 Antenna
video input connector (1)
8 DVI input connector (for digital signal 15 Power LED for wireless
with HDCP function)
9 KensingtonTM lock port 16 Reset button
10 Power socket 17 Audio output connector for wireless
11 HDMI connector 18 Lan (RJ45 Port for 10/100M Ethernet)
12 Audio input connector (2)

Control Panel

1 2 3

9
4

8 5

7 4

# Function Description
1 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED
2 Empowering key Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView,
eTimer.
3 TEMP Temp Indicator LED
4 Keystone Adjusts the image to compensate for
distortion caused by tilting the projector (±
40 degrees).
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# Function Description

English
5 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector
to the input source.
6 POWER See the contents in "Turning the Projector
On/Off" section.
7 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.
8 SOURCE Press "SOURCE" to choose RGB,
Component, S-Video, Composite, DVI,
HDTV and HDMI™ sources.
9 Four directional select keys
Use to select items or
make adjustments to your selection.
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Remote Control Layout

English

2 1
2 1

7 10
POWER

3 5 6
4 5
3 4
FREEZE HIDE
7
6 9
ASPECT
RATIO
RESYNC SOURCE
8 31
8 11 13
ZOOM

10
12
9 30
12 28
13

RGB BRIGHTNESS COLOR CONTRAST 29 14

14 15
11
16 17
16 18
18 19
15 17
20 VGA COMPONENT VIDEO S-VIDEO
21 20 22
22 23 19 21
DVI HDMI WIRELESS MUTE

24 25 23 25
24 26
26 27

(P5260i Series)
# Icon Function Description
1 Infrared Sends signals to the projector.
transmitter
2 Laser pointer Aim the remote at the viewing screen.
3 FREEZE To pause the screen image.
4 HIDE Momentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the
image, press again to display the image.
5 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
6 SOURCE Press "SOURCE" to choose from RGB, Component-p,
Component-i, S-Video, Composite, DVI-D, Video and HDTV
sources.
7 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.

8 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9).

Auto/Full/4:3/16:9/L.Box (P5370W)
9 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.
10 Laser button Aim the remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this
button to activate the laser pointer.
This function is not supported in Japanese market.
11 Empowering Unique Acer functions: eOpening, eView, eTimer
key Management.
12 KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by
tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).
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# Icon Function Description

English
12 Four Use up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make
directional adjustments to your selection.
select keys
13 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.
14 PAGE For computer mode only. Use this button to select the next or
previous page. This function is only available when connected
to a computer via a USB cable.
15 RGB Press "RGB" for true-color optimization.
16 BRIGHTNESS Press "BRIGHTNESS" to adjust the brightness of the image.
17 CONTRAST Use the "CONTRAST" option to control the difference
between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture.
18 COLOR Press "COLOR" to adjust the color temperature of image.
19 VGA Press "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This
connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/
1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
20 COMPONENT Press "COMPONENT" to change source to Component video.
This connection supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i) and
YCbCr (480i/576i).
21 S-VIDEO To change source to S-Video.
22 VIDEO To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.
23 DVI Press "DVI" to change source to DVI. This connection supports
digital RGB, analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i),
YCbCr (480i/576i) and HDCP signals.
24 HDMI™ To change source to HDMI™. (for the model if with HDMI™
connector)
25 MUTE To turn on/off the volume.
26 WIRELESS Press "WIRELESS" to display the image which is wirelessly
transmitted from the PC to the projector via the "Acer
eProjection Management" utility. (for wireless model)
27 KeyPad 0~9 Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security settings".
28 (*) MOUSE Left/ Left-/right-click buttons are on the left and right, respectively;
Right Click the center button works as a multidirectional pointer stick. To
enable this function, an USB cable must be connected to
projector from your PC.
29(*) VOLUME Increases/decreases the volume.

30 (*) LOCATION Choose the menu location on the display screen.

31(#) PIP Press "PIP" to see two screens at the same time. The main
screen projection signal uses VGA input by default while the
smaller PIP display uses a secondary video source.

Note: "*" Only for P5260i series.

"#" PIP function is not supported in P5260i.
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Note:
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Getting Started

English
Connecting the Projector
DVD player, Set-top Box
HDTV receiver

VGA, DVI
R B G DVD player
USB

D-Sub DVI-D
RS232 HDMI

D-Sub
2 8 9
R B G
RS232
7
4
5

HDTV adapter
D-Sub
HDMI
USB

D-Sub DVI-D

Y D-Sub 1
S-Video Output
R W

3
6 D-Sub
Y

Video Output

# Description # Description
1 Power cord 6 S-Video cable
2 VGA cable 7 Audio cable jack/jack
3 Composite video cable 8 DVI cable
4 USB cable 9 HDMI cable (P5260i/P5270/P5280/
P5370W series)
5 VGA to component/HDTV adapter

Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer,

please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible
with the projector.
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Connecting the Projector for Wireless

English

Function
WLAN
4
2 3
Internet

Speaker

Power
1

# Description
1 Power cord
2 Audio cable jack
3 Lan cable
4 Antenna

Note: For P5260i only

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Turning the Projector On/Off

English
Turning on the Projector

1 Slide on the lens door.

2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The
Power indicator LED will flash red.
3 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel,
and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.
4 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player ,etc.). The
projector will detect your source automatically.
• If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the
projector is locked onto a specific source type and there is no such
type of input signal detected.
• If the screen displays "No Signal", please make sure the signal cables
are securely connected.
• 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.

1 POWER
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Turning off the Projector

English

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 120 seconds. This
is to ensure that the system cools correctly.
3 Once the system has finished cooling, the "Power" indicator LED will turn
solid RED which means projector enter standby mode.
4 It is now safe to unplug the power cord.

Warning: Do not turn on the projector immediately after

powering off.

Note: If you wish to turn the projector back on, you must wait for
60 seconds at least to press the "Power" button to restart the
projector.

Warning indicators:

• If the projector automatically shuts down and the LAMP indicator

turns solid RED, please contact your local reseller or service center.
• If the projector automatically shuts down and the TEMP indicator
turns solid RED, this indicates that the projector has overheated. The
message below will display onscreen if this is about to happen:
"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."
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Adjusting the Projected Image

English
Adjusting the Height of Projected Image
The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.

To raise the image:

1 Press the elevator foot release. (Illustration #1)
2 Raise the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #2), then release
the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
3 Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #3) to fine-tune the display angle.

To lower the image:

1 Press the elevator foot release. (Illustration #1)
2 Lower the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #2) , then release
the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
3 Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #3) to fine-tune the display angle.

1
Elevator foot
release button

3 2 3
Tilt adjusting wheel Elevator foot Tilt adjusting wheel
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How to optimize image size and distance

English

Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the
projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen.
• P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280 series Example: If the
¥

projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image
sizes between 69" and 76".

P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280 series

Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 133 cm height is

required when located at 3m distance.

Max
scree
n size

Min s
creen 76"
size
B
69"

Height: 133cm
Form base to
top of image
Height:
120cm
C
A
3m
Desired Distance

Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.

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P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280 series

English
Screen size Top Screen size Top
Desired (Min zoom) (Max zoom)
Distance
(m) From base From base to
Diagonal Diagonal
<A> to top of top of image
(inch) W (cm) x H (cm) (inch) W (cm) x H (cm)
image (cm) (cm)
<B> <B>
<C> <C>
1.5 34 70 x 52 60 38 77 x 58 66

2 46 93 x 70 80 50 103 x 77 88

2.5 57 116 x 87 100 63 128 x 96 111

3 69 140 x 105 120 76 154 x 115 133

3.5 80 163 x 122 140 88 179 x 135 155

4 92 186 x 140 160 101 205 x 154 177

4.5 103 209 x 157 181 114 231 x 173 199

5 114 233 x 174 201 126 256 x 192 221

6 137 279 x 209 241 151 308 x 231 265

7 160 326 x 244 281 177 359 x 269 310

8 183 372 x 279 321 202 410 x 308 354

9 206 419 x 314 361 227 462 x 346 398

10 229 465 x 349 401 252 513 x 385 442

11 252 512 x 384 441 278 564 x 423 487

12 275 558 x 419 481 303 615 x 462 531

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

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• P5370W series Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image
English

quality is possible for image sizes between 82" and 90".

P5370W series

Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 136 cm height is

required when located at 3m distance.

Max
scree
n size

Min s
creen 90"
size
B
82"

Height: 136cm
Form base to
top of image
Height:
124cm
C
A
3m
Desired Distance

Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.

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P5370W series

English
Screen size Top Screen size Top
Desired (Min zoom) (Max zoom)
Distance
(m) From base From base to
Diagonal Diagonal
<A> to top of top of image
(inch) W (cm) x H (cm) (inch) W (cm) x H (cm)
image (cm) (cm)
<B> <B>
<C> <C>
1.5 41 88 x 55 62 45 97 x 60 68

2 55 118 x 74 83 60 129 x 81 91

2.5 68 147 x 92 103 75 161 x 101 113

3 82 176 x 110 124 90 194 x 121 136

3.5 96 206 x 129 145 105 226 x 141 159

4 109 235 x 147 165 120 258 x 161 181

4.5 123 265 x 165 186 135 290 x 181 204

5 137 294 x 184 207 150 323 x 202 227

6 164 353 x 221 248 180 387 x 242 272

7 191 412 x 257 289 210 452 x 282 317

8 218 471 x 294 331 240 516 x 323 363

9 246 529 x 331 372 270 581 x 363 408

10 273 588 x 368 413 300 645 x 403 453

11 300 647 x 404 455 329 710 x 444 499

12 328 706 x 441 496 359 774 x 484 544

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

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How to get a preferred image size by adjusting

English

distance and zoom

P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280 series

A
50"
Desir
e
imag d
es ize

D
Height
Form base to
top of image

2m
B
2.2 m
Desired Distance
C

The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either
the position or the zoom ring. For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set
the projector at a distance 2 m and 2.2 m from the screen and adjust the zoom
level accordingly.
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P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280 series

English
Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm)

From base to top of

Diagonal (inch) Max zoom Min zoom
W (cm) x H (cm) image
<A> <B> <C>
<D>
30 61 x 46 1.2 1.3 53

40 81 x 61 1.6 1.7 70

50 102 x 76 2.0 2.2 88

60 122 x 91 2.4 2.6 105

70 142 x 107 2.8 3.1 123

80 163 x 122 3.2 3.5 140

90 183 x 137 3.6 3.9 158

100 203 x 152 4.0 4.4 175

120 244 x 183 4.8 5.2 210

150 305 x 229 5.9 6.6 263

180 366 x 274 7.1 7.9 315

200 406 x 305 7.9 8.7 351

250 508 x 381 9.9 10.9 438

300 610 x 457 11.9 526

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

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P5370W series
English

A
50"
Desir
e
imag d
es ize

D
Height
Form base to
top of image

1.7m
B
1.8m
Desired Distance
C

The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either
the position or the zoom ring. For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set
the projector at a distance 1.7 m and 1.8 m from the screen and adjust the zoom
level accordingly.
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P5370W series

English
Desired Image Size Distance (m) Top (cm)

From base to top of

Diagonal (inch) Max zoom Min zoom
W (cm) x H (cm) image
<A> <B> <C>
<D>
30 65 x 40 1.0 1.1 45

40 86 x 54 1.3 1.5 61

50 108 x 67 1.7 1.8 76

60 129 x 81 2.0 2.2 91

70 151 x 94 2.3 2.6 106

80 172 x 108 2.7 2.9 121

90 194 x 121 3.0 3.3 136

100 215 x 135 3.3 3.7 151

120 258 x 162 4.0 4.4 182

150 323 x 202 5.0 5.5 227

180 388 x 242 6.0 6.6 272

200 431 x 269 6.7 7.3 303

250 538 x 337 8.3 9.2 378

300 646 x 404 10.0 454

Zoom Ratio: 1.1x

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User Controls
English

Acer Empowering Technology

Empowering Key Acer Empowering Key provides three
Acer unique functions, they are "Acer
eView Management", "Acer eTimer
Management" and "Acer eOpening
Management" respectively. Press " "
key for more than one second to launch
the Onscreen display main menu to
modify its function.
Acer eView Management Press " " to launch "Acer eView
Management" submenu.
"Acer eView Management" is for
display mode selection. Please refer to
Onscreen Display Menus section for
more detail.

Acer eTimer Management Press " " to launch "Acer eTimer

Management" submenu.
"Acer eTimer Management" provides
the reminding function for
presentation time control. Please refer
to Onscreen Display Menus section for
more detail.

Acer eOpening Management Press " " to launch "Acer eOpening

Management".
"Acer eOpening Management" allows
user to change the Startup screen to
their personalized image. Please refer
to Onscreen Display section for more
detail.
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Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus

English
The projector has multilingual OSD that allow you to make image adjustments
and change a variety of settings.

Using the OSD menus

• To open the OSD menu, press "MENU" on the remote control or control
panel.

• When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the
main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press to enter
submenu for feature setting.

• Use the keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by
using the keys.
• Select the next item to be adjusted in the submenu and adjust as described
above.
• Press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel, the screen will
return to the main menu.
• 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
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Color setting
English

Display Mode There are many factory presets optimized for various types of
images.
• Bright: For brightness optimization.
• Standard: For common environment.
• Video: For playing video in a bright environment.
• Blackboard: Blackboard mode can improve displayed color
when you project onto darker surfaces.
• User 1: Memorize user’s settings.
• User 2: Memorize user’s settings.
Brightness Adjust the brightness of the image.
• Press to darken image.

• Press to lighten the image.

Contrast "Contrast" controls the difference between the lightest and
darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the
amount of black and white in the image.

• Press to decrease the contrast.

• Press to increase the contrast.

Color Adjust the color temperature. At higher color temperatures, the
Temperature screen looks colder; at lower color temperatures, the screen looks
warmer.
Degamma Effects the representation 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 to decrease the amount of color in the image.

• Press to increase the amount of color in the image.

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Tint Adjusts the color balance of red and green.

English
• Press to increase the amount of green in the image.

• Press to increase the amount of red in the image.

Note: "Saturation" and "Tint" functions are not supported under computer
mode or DVI mode.

Image setting

Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees)

Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.
• Auto: Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maxi
mize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.
• Full: Resize image to fit full screen by width (1280 pixels) and
height (800 pixels).
• 4:3: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and displayed using
a 4:3 ratio.
• 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.
• L.Box: Keep original signal aspect ratio and zoom in by 1.333
times.
Projection Front-Desktop
• The factory default setting.

Note: "Full" and "L.Box" functions are supported for P5370W series.
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English

Front-Ceiling
• When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for
ceiling-mounted projection.
Rear-Desktop
• When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so
you can project from behind a translucent screen.
Rear-Ceiling
• When you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts
the image at same time. You can project from behind a
translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection.
H. Position • Press to move the image left.
(Horizontal
position) • Press to to move the image right.
V. Position
(Vertical position)
• Press to move the image down.
• Press to move the image up.
Frequency "Frequency" changes the projector's refresh rate to match the
frequency of your computer’s graphics card. If you can see a vertical
flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to make the
necessary adjustments.
Tracking Synchronizes the signal timing of the projector with the graphics card.
If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to
correct it.
Sharpeness Adjusts the sharpness of the image.

• Press to decrease the sharpness.

• Press to increase the sharpness.
Signal Type Select signal type from RGB, YCbCr or YPbPr source.

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.

Note: "Signal Type" function is only for HDMI or SCART connector.

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Management setting

English
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 The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal
input after the allocated time. (in minutes)
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 unless you
press "Source" button on the remote control for the 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, 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. To capture the
image that you want to use as the startup screen, follow the
instructions below.
Notice:
Before proceeding with the following steps, make sure that the
"Keystone" is set to the default value 0 and the aspect ratio is set
to 4:3. For details, refer to the "Image Setting" section.
• Change the "Startup Screen" from the default setting "Acer"
to "User".
• Press "Screen Capture" to customize the startup screen.
• A dialog box appears to confirm the action. Choose "Yes" to
use the current image as your customized startup screen. The
capture range is the red rectangular area. Choose "No" to
cancel the screen capture and exit the onscreen display (OSD).
• A message appears, stating that the screen capture is in
progress.
• When the screen capture is finished, the message disappears
and the original display is shown.
• The customized startup screen, as shown below, takes effect
when there is a new input signal or when you restart the
projector.

Note: This screen capture function is limited by 4:3 aspect ratio only.
Note: For XGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest
end-user set PC resolution to 1024 x 768 before you use this function.
Note: For SVGA models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest
end-user set PC resolution to 800 x 600 before you use this function.
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Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
English

Lamp Reminding Activate this function to display a reminder to change the lamp 30
hours before its expected end-of-life.
Lamp Hour Reset
Press the button after choosing "Yes" to turn the lamp hour
counter to 0 hours.
Security Security
This projector provides a useful security function for the
administrator to manage usage of the projector .
Press to change the "Security" setting. If the security function
is enabled, your must enter the "Administrator Password" first
before changing the security settings.
• Select "On" to enable the security function. The user has to
enter a password to operate the projector. Please refer to the
"User Password" section for details.
• If "Off" is selected, then the user can turn on the projector
without password.
Timeout(Min.)
Once "Security" is activated to "On", the administrator can set
timeout function.
• Press or to select the timeout interval.
• The range is 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 "Timeout(Min.)" is "Off".
• Once the security function is enabled, the projector will
request user to enter password when switch on the projector .
Both "User Password" and "Administrator Password" can be
accepted for this dialogue.
User password
• Press to setup or change the "User Password".
• Press number keys to set your password on the remote control
and press "MENU" to confirm.

• Press to delete character.

• Enter the password when you see "Confirm Password"

displayed.
• The password should be between 4 and 8 characters long.
• If you select "Request password only after plugging power
cord", the projector will prompt the user to enter the
password every time the power cord is plugged.
• 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.
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Administrator Password

English
The "Administrator Password" can be used in both the "Enter
Administrator Password" and "Enter Password" dialog boxes.
• Press to change the "Administrator Password".
• The factory default of "Administrator Password" is "1234".
If you forgot your administrator password, do the following to
retrieve the administrator password:
• An unique 6-digit "Universal Password" which is printed on
the Security Card (please check accessory in the box). This
unique password is the number which will be accepted by
projector anytime no matter what the Administrator
Password is.
• If losing this security card and number, please contact with an
Acer service center.
Lock User Startup Screen
• Default Lock User Startup Screen is "OFF". If lock user startup
screen is "ON", users cannot change startup screen anymore
and avoid other users change that arbitrarily. Choose "OFF"
to unlock startup screen.
Reset • Press the button after choosing "Yes" to return the
parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.

Audio setting

Volume
• Press to decrease the volume.
• Press to increase the volume.
Mute • Choose "On" to mute the volume.
• 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.
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Timer setting
English

Timer Start
• Press to start or stop the timer.
Timer Period
• Press or to adjust the timer period.
Timer Volume • Select this function to adjust the notification volume when
the timer function is enabled and time is up.
Timer Display
• Press or to which timer mode to display on the
screen.
Timer Location • Choose the location of the timer on the screen.

Language setting

Language Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the or key

to select your preferred menu language.
• Press to confirm the selection.
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Appendices

English
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

1 No image appears • Connected as described in the "Getting Started"

onscreen section.
• Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or
broken.
• Check if the projector lamp has been securely
installed. Please refer to the "Replacing the Lamp"
section.
• Make sure you have slid on the lens door and the
projector is turned on.
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2 Partial, scrolling • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control panel.

English

or incorrectly
displayed • For an incorrectly displayed image:
image(For PC • Open "My Computer," open the "Control
(Windows 95/98/ Panel," and then double-click the "Display"
2000/XP)) icon.
• Select the "Settings" tab.
• Verify that your display resolution setting is
lower than or equal to SXGA (1280 x 1024)
(P1165/P1165P) or SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) (P1265/
P1265P) or UXGA (1600 x 1200) (P5260i/P5270/
P5280/P5370W series).
• Click the "Advanced Properties" button.
If the problem still appears, change the monitor display
you are using and follow the steps below:
• Verify that the resolution setting is lower than
or equal to SXGA (1280 x 1024)(P1165/P1165P)
or SXGA+ (1400 x 1050)(P1265/P1265P) or
UXGA (1600 x 1200) (P5260i/P5270/P5280/
P5370W series).
• Click the "Change" button under the
"Monitor" tab.
• Click "Show all devices". Next, select "Standard
monitor types" under the SP box, and choose
the resolution mode you need under the
"Models" box.
• Verify that the resolution setting of the
monitor display is lower than or equal to SXGA
(1280 x 1024)(P1165/P1165P) or SXGA+ (1400 x
1050)(P1265/P1265P) or UXGA (1600 x 1200)
(P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series).

3 Partial, scrolling • Press "RESYNC" on the remote control or control

or incorrectly panel.
displayed image
(For notebooks) • For an incorrectly displayed image:
• Follow the steps for item 2 (above) to adjust
the resolution of your computer.
• Press the toggle output settings. Example:
[Fn]+[F4], Compaq [Fn]+[F4], Dell [Fn]+[F8],
Gateway [Fn]+[F4], IBM [Fn]+[F7], HP
[Fn]+[F4], NEC [Fn]+[F3], Toshiba [Fn]+[F5 ]
• If you experience difficulty changing resolutions or
your monitor freezes, restart all equipment
including the projector.

4 The screen of the • If you are using a Microsoft® Windows® based

notebook notebook: Some notebook PCs may deactivate their
computer is not
displaying your own screens when a second display device is in use.
presentation Each has a different way to be reactivated. Refer to
your computer's manual for detailed information.
• If you are using an Apple® Mac® OS based
notebook: In System Preferences, open Display and
select Video Mirroring "On".
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5 Image is unstable • Adjust the "Tracking" to correct it. Refer to the

English
or flickering "Image Setting" section for more information.
• Change the display color depth settings on your
computer.

6 Image has vertical • Use "Frequency" to make an adjustment. Refer to

flickering bar the "Image Setting" section for more information.
• Check and reconfigure the display mode of your
graphics card to make it compatible with the
projector.

7 Image is out of • Make sure the lens door is slid on.

focus
• Adjusts the focus ring on the projector lens.
• Make sure the projection screen is within the
required distance of 3.3 to 39.0 feet (1.0 to 11.9
meters) from the projector and 3.3 to 32.9 feet (1.0
to 10.0 meters)(P5370W) from the projector. Refer to
the "How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting
Distance and Zoom" section for more information.

8 Image is stretched When you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic or 16:9

when displaying a aspect ratio you may need to adjust the following
"widescreen" settings:
DVD title • If you play an Letterbox(LBX) format DVD title,
please change the format to Letterbox(LBX) in the
projector OSD.
• If you play a 4:3 format DVD title, please change the
format to 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.

9 Image is too small • Adjust the zoom lever on the top of the projector.
or too large
• Move the projector closer to or further from the
screen.
• Press "MENU" on the remote control or on the
control panel. Go to "Image setting --> Aspect
Ratio" and try different settings.

10 Image has slanted • If possible, reposition the projector so that it is

sides centered on the screen.
• Press the "Keystone / " button on the control
panel or press the "Keystone / / / " on the
remote control until the sides are vertical.

11 Image is reversed • Select "Image --> Projection" on the OSD and adjust
the projection direction.
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OSD Messages
English

# Condition Message Reminder

1 Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working.

Projector Overheated - the projector has exceeded its

recommended operating temperature and must be allowed to
cool down before it may be used.

Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum

lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon.
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Problems with the Projector

English
# Condition Solution

1 The projector stops responding If possible, turn off the projector, then
to all controls unplug the power cord and wait at least 30
seconds before reconnecting power.

2 Lamp burns out or makes a When the lamp reaches the end of its useful
popping sound 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"
section.
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LED & Alarm Definition Listing

English

LED Messages

Lamp LED Temp LED Power LED

Message
Red Red Red Blue

Standby -- -- V --
(power cord plugged in)

Power button ON -- -- -- V

Lamp retry -- -- -- Quick

flashing

Turning off -- -- Quick --

(cooling state) flashing

Turning off -- -- V --
(cooling completed)

Error (thermal failure) -- V -- V

Error (fan lock failure) -- Quick -- V

flashing

Error (lamp breakdown) V -- -- V

Error (color Wheel fail) Quick -- -- V

flashing
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Replacing the Lamp

English
Use a screwdriver to remove the screw(s) from the cover, and then pull out the
lamp.
The projector will detect the lamp life. You will be shown a warning message
"Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.
Replacement Suggested!" When you see this message, change the lamp as soon
as possible. Make sure the projector has been cooling down for at least 30
minutes before changing the lamp.

Warning: The lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down

before changing the lamp.

1 2

4 3

To Change the Lamp

1 Turn off the projector by pressing the power button.
2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.
3 Disconnect the power cord.
4 Find the "OPEN" buttons on both sides of the projector and push it at the
same time. (Illustration #1)
5 Open the top cover. (Illustration #2)
6 Remove the two screws that secure the lamp moduleX and pull up the
lamp barY.(Illustration #3)
7 Pull out the lamp module by force. (Illustration #4)
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.
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Ceiling Mount Installation

English

If you wish to install the projector using a ceiling mount, please refer to the
steps below:

1 Drill four holes into a solid, structurally sound part of the ceiling, and
secure the mount base.

Note: Screws are not included. Please obtain the appropriate

screws for your type of ceiling.

2 Secure the ceiling rod using the appropriate type of four-cylinder screws.

Ceiling Mount Base

- Attach to ceiling

Ceiling Mount Base

Long Rod

Extension Rod

Long Cylinder Cap

Allen Key
Screw Type A - For tightening/looseni
50 mm length / 8 mm diameter -
Tightening Screw

Medium Rod
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3 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the

English
projector to the ceiling mount bracket.
Screw Type B
Smaller Washer

Large Washer

Projector Bracket
Supports projector and allows -
for adjustments
Spacer
- For heat dissipation

Note: It is recommended that you keep a reasonable space

between the bracket and the projector to allow for proper heat
distribution. Use two washers for extra support, if deemed
necessary.

4 Attach the ceiling bracket to the ceiling rod.

Large cylinder cap

Allen Key
Screw Type A - For tightening/loosening
50 mm length - Tightening Screw
08 mm diameter
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5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.

English

Tightening Screw

Allen Key

Allen Key

Tightening Screw

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
P1165/P1165P/ 3 25 V V
P1265/P1265P
P5260i/P5270/ 3 25 V V
P5280/P5370W

SCREW M3
DEPTH 10 mm
82.3 mm

55 mm 55 mm
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Specifications

English
The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final
specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications.

Projection system DLP®

Resolution P1165/P1165P: Native: SVGA (800 x 600) , Maximum:
SXGA (1280 x 1024), WXGA+ (1440 x 900)
P1265/P1265P: Native: XGA (1024 x 768), Maximum:
SXGA+ (1400 x 1050), WXGA+ (1440 x 900)
P5260i/P5270/P5280 series: Native: XGA (1024 x 768),
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+
(1680 x 1050)
P5370W series: Native: WXGA (1280 x 800), Maximum:
UXGA (1600 x 1200), WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050)
Computer compatibility IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and
VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+,
WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+ (P5260i/P5270/P5280/
P5370W series)
Video compatibility NTSC (3.58/4.43), PAL (B/D/G/H/I/M/N), SECAM (B/D/G/
K/K1/L), HDTV (720p, 1080i), EDTV (480p, 576p), SDTV
(480i, 576i)
Aspect ratio 4:3 (native), 16:9
Displayable colors P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P: 16.7 million colors
P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W: 134 million colors
Projection lens P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280
series: F/ 2.41 - 2.55, f = 21.79 mm - 23.99 mm, 1.1X
manual zoom lens
P5370W series: F/ 2.44 ~2.58, f = 21.8~23.8 mm, 1.1X
manual zoom lens
Projection screen size (diagonal) P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280
series: 23" (0.58 m) - 300" (7.62 m)
P5370W series: 27" (0.69 m) ~ 300" (7.62 m)
Projection distance P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280
series: 3.3' (1.0 m) - 39.0' (11.9 m)
P5370W series: 3.3' (1.0m) ~ 32.9' (10.0m)
Throw ratio P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280
series: 50"@2m (1.95 - 2.15:1)
P5370W series: 60"@2m (1.55 ~ 1.70:1)
Horizontal scan rate 31.5k - 100 kHz
Vertical refresh scan rate 56 - 85 Hz
Lamp type P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P: 180 W user-replaceable
lamp
P5270/P5370W series: 220 W user-replaceable lamp
P5280 series: 260 W user-replaceable lamp
P5260i series: 200 W user-replaceable lamp
Keystone correction +/- 40 degrees
Audio Internal speaker with 2 W output
Weight 3 kg (6.6 lbs.)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 299 mm x 229 mm x 93 mm (11.8" x 9.0" x 3.7")
Remote control Laser pointer function
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Power supply AC input 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz

Power consumption P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P: 230 W
P5260i series: 275 W
P5270/P5370W series: 310 W
P5280 series: 355 W
Operating temperature 5ºC to 35ºC / 41ºF to 95ºF
I/O connectors • Power socket x1
• VGA input x1
• Composite video x1
• S-Video x1
• VGA output x1
• DVI-D x1: with HDCP support
• 3.5 mm audio jack input x1
• RS232 x1
• USB x1: for remote computer control
Below items are for P5270/P5280/P5370W series only:
• HDMI x 1
• VGA input x 2
• 3.5 mm audio jack input x2
Below items are for P5260i series only:
• HDMI x 1
• VGA input x 1
• 3.5 mm jack output x1 for wireless audio output
• Wireless antenna x1
• RJ45 Lan input x 1
Standard package contents • AC power cord x1
• VGA cable x1
• Composite video cable x1
• DVI-D cable x1 (P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W
series)
• Remote control x1
• Batteries x 2 (for remote control)
• User's guide (CD-ROM) x 1
• Quick start guide x 1
• Security card x 1
• Carrying case x1
• Wireless antenna x1 (For P5260i)
• Battery Pack with USB PnS handy drive x1 (For
P5260i)

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Compatibility modes

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A. VGA Analog
1 VGA Analog - PC Signal
Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
VGA 640x480 60 31.50
640x480 72 37.90
640x480 75 37.50
640x480 85 43.30
720x400 70 31.50
720x400 85 37.90
SVGA 800x600 56 35.20
800x600 60 37.90
800x600 72 48.10
800x600 75 46.90
800x600 85 53.70
832x624 75 49.725
XGA 1024x768 60 48.40
1024x768 70 56.50
1024x768 75 60.00
1024x768 85 68.70
SXGA 1152x864 70 63.80
1152x864 75 67.50
Š*1152x864 85 77.10
1280X1024 60 63.98
Š*1280X1024 72 76.97
Š*1280X1024 75 79.98
*1280X1024 85 91.10
QuadVGA 1280x960 60 59.70
Š*1280x960 75 75.23
SXGA+ Š*1400x1050 60 63.98
UXGA *1600x1200 60 75.00
Power Mac G4 640x480 66.6(67) 34.93
800x600 60 37.90
1024x768 60 48.40
1152x870 75 68.68
Š*1280x960 75 75.00
1280x1024 60 63.98

Note: "*" Only for P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series

"Š" Only for P1265/P1265P series
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PowerBook G4 640x480 60 31.35

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640x480 66.6(67) 34.93

800x600 60 37.90
1024x768 60 48.40
1152x870 75 68.68
Š*1280x960 75 75.00
1280x1024 60 63.98
i Mac DV (G3) 1024x768 75 60.00

2 VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
WXGA 1280x768 60 48.36
1280x768 75 57.60
Š*1280x768 85 68.630
1280x720 60 45.00
1280x800 60 49.702
1360x768 60 47.72
1440x900 60 55.935
*1680x1050 60 65.290

B. DVI Digital
1 DVI - PC Signal
Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
VGA 640x480 60 31.50
640x480 72 37.90
640x480 75 37.50
640x480 85 43.30
720x400 70 31.50
720x400 85 37.90
SVGA 800x600 56 35.20
800x600 60 37.90
800x600 72 48.10
800x600 75 46.90
800x600 85 53.70
832x624 75 49.725
XGA 1024x768 60 48.40

Note: "*" Only for P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series

"Š" Only for P1265/P1265P series
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1024x768 70 56.50

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1024x768 75 60.00
1024x768 85 68.70
SXGA 1152x864 70 63.80
1152x864 75 67.50
Š*1152x864 85 77.10
1280x1024 60 63.98
Š*1280x1024 72 76.97
Š*1280x1024 75 79.98
*1280x1024 85 91.10
QuadVGA 1280x960 60 59.70
Š*1280x960 75 75.23
SXGA+ Š*1400x1050 60 63.98
UXGA *1600x1200 60 75.00
Power Mac G4 640x480 66.6(67) 34.93
800x600 60 37.90
1024x768 60 48.40
1152x870 75 68.68
Š*1280x960 75 75.00
1280x1024 60 63.98
PowerBook G4 640x480 60 31.35
640x480 66.6(67) 34.93
800x600 60 37.90
1024x768 60 48.40
1152x870 75 68.68
Š*1280x960 75 75.00
1280x1024 60 63.98
i Mac DV (G3) 1024x768 75 60.00

2 DVI - Extended Wide timing

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
WXGA 1280x768 60 48.36
1280x768 75 57.60
Š*1280x768 85 68.630
1280x720 60 45.00
1280x800 60 49.702
1360x768 60 47.72
1440x900 60 55.935
*1680x1050 60 65.290

Note: "*" Only for P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series

"Š" Only for P1265/P1265P series
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3 DVI - Video Signal

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Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]

480i (NTSC) 720x480(1440x480) 59.94(29.97) 15.734
480p (NTSC) 720x480 59.94 31.47
576i (PAL) 720x576(1440x576) 50(25) 15.625
576p (PAL) 720x576 50 31.25
720p (NTSC) 1280x720 60 45.00
720p (PAL) 1280x720 50 37.50
1080i (NTSC) 1920x1080 60(30) 33.75
1080i (PAL) 1920x1080 50(25) 28.13
1080p (NTSC) *1920x1080 60 67.50
1080p (PAL) *1920x1080 50 56.25

Note: "*" Only for P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series

"Š" Only for P1265/P1265P series
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C. HDMI -Digital (P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series

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only)
1 HDMI - PC Signal and Extended Wide timing: Support above DVI
digital timing format.

2 HDMI - Video Signal

Modes Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz]
480i (NTSC) 720x480(1440x480) 59.94(29.97) 15.734
480p (NTSC) 720x480 59.94 31.47
576i (PAL) 720x576(1440x576) 50(25) 15.625
576p (PAL) 720x576 50 31.25
720p (NTSC) 1280x720 60 45.00
720p (PAL) 1280x720 50 37.50
1080i (NTSC) 1920x1080 60(30) 33.75
1080i (PAL) 1920x1080 50(25) 28.13
1080p (NTSC) 1920x1080 60 67.50
1080p (PAL) 1920x1080 50 56.25
Horizontal scan rate: 31.5k - 100 kHz
Vertical scan rate: 56k - 85 Hz
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Regulations and safety notices

English
English
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 energy
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 television
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
following 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.

Notice: Peripheral devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to
comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation
with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception.

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 device.

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, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

Notice: Canadian users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens

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Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio

communication devices (RSS-210)
a Common information
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
b Operation in 2.4 GHz band
To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is
intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject
to licensing.

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. (Please visit
http://global.acer.com/support/certificate.htm for complete documents.)
Compliant with Russian regulatory certification

Radio device regulatory notice

Note: Below regulatory information is for models with wireless

LAN and/or Bluetooth only.

General
This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any
country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on
configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such
as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products
with such devices.
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European Union (EU)

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R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following
harmonized standard:
• Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety
• EN60950-1:2001
• EN50371:2002 (SAR, general FR device)
• Article 3.1(b) EMC
• EN301 489-1 V1.4.1 (common technical requirement)
• EN301 489-3 V1.4.1 (for short range device)
• EN301 489-17 V1.2.1 (for widerband data and HIPETLAN
equipment)
• Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages
• EN300 220-1 V1.3.1 (for short range device, 25~1000MHz, part
1)
• EN300 220-2 V2.1.1 (for short range device, 25~1000MHz, part
3)
• EN300 440-2 V1.1.2 (for short range device, 1G~20GMHz, part
2)
• EN300 328 V1.6.1 (for data transmission equipment operating
in the 2,4 GHz ISM band
• EN301 893 V1.2.3 (5GHz high performance RLAN)

List of applicable countries

EU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France,
Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Finland, Sweden, United
Kingdom Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic,
Slovenia, Cyprus and Malta. Usage allowed in the countries of European Union, as well as
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 local office in the country of use.
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Acer America Corporation

333 West San Carlos St., San Jose
CA 95110, U. S. A.
Tel : 254-298-4000
Fax : 254-298-4147
www.acer.com

Federal Communications Commission

Declaration of Conformity

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, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

The following local Manufacturer / Importer is responsible for this declaration:

Product: DLP Projector

Model Number: DSV0701/DNX0702/DNX0703/DNX0704/

DNX0711/DWX0714

Machine Type: P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/

P5280/P5370W 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

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Declaration of Conformity
We,
Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited
3F, No. 168 Xizang medium road, Huangpu District,
Shanghai, China
Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai
Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000
E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw
Hereby declare that:
Product: DLP Projector
Trade Name: Acer
Model Number: DSV0701/DNX0702/DNX0703/DNX0704/DNX0711/DWX0714
Machine Type: P1165/P1165P/P1265/P1265P/P5260i/P5270/P5280/P5370W series
Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives,
and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same
product will continue comply with the requirements.
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized
standards:
-. EN55022:1998 + A1:2000 + A2:2003, AS/NZS CISPR22:2002, Class B
-. EN55024:1998 + A1:2001 + A2:2003
-. EN61000-3-2:2000, Class A
-. EN61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001
Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following
harmonized standard:
R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard:
• Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety
• EN60950-1:2001
• EN50371:2002 (SAR, general FR device)
• Article 3.1(b) EMC
• EN301 489-1 V1.4.1 (common technical requirement)
• EN301 489-3 V1.4.1 (for short range device)
• EN301 489-17 V1.2.1 (for widerband data and HIPETLAN equipment)
• Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages
• EN300 220-1 V1.3.1 (for short range device, 25~1000MHz, part 1)
• EN300 220-2 V2.1.1 (for short range device, 25~1000MHz, part 3)
• EN300 440-2 V1.1.2 (for short range device, 1G~20GMHz, part 2)
• EN300 328 V1.6.1 (for data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band
• EN301 893 V1.2.3 (5GHz high performance RLAN)

Easy Lai / Director

Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited