Acer Pf 807 Users Guide

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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 when plugging the 
power cord in., 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.
Administrator Password
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.
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Note: Functions vary depending on model definition.Lock to 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.
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Note: Functions vary depending on model definition. 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.
High Altitude Choose On to turn on High Altitude mode. Operate the fans at 
full speed continuously to allow for proper high altitude cooling of 
the projector.
Turn Off Mode Instant Off: Shuts down the projector without fan cooling.
Instant Resume: Resumes the system when the Power button is 
pressed again within 2 minutes.
TimerStart (or Stop)
Press to start (or stop) the timer.
Period
Press   or   to adjust the timer period.
Alarm
Select this function to adjust the notification volume when the 
timer function is enabled and time is up.
Timer Display
Choose On or Off to which timer mode to display on the 
screen.
Location
Choose the location of the timer on the screen.
Auto Shutdown The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal 
input after the allocated time. (default is 120 minutes)
Lamp Hour Elapse Displays the lamp’s elapsed operating time (in hours).
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 and choose Yes to turn the lamp hour 
counter to 0 hours.
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Audio
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition. 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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English3D
Note: It needs correct settings on graphic card 3D application program for 
correct 3D display.
Note: The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media 
Player can support 3D format files. You can download these three players 
on web page below,
- Stereoscopic Player (Trial): 
http://www.3dtv.at/Downloads/Index_en.aspx
- DDD TriDef Media Player (Trial): 
http://www.tridef.com/download/TriDef-3-D-Experience-4.0.2.html
Note: 3D L/R Invert is only available when 3D is enabled.
Note:  There has reminder screen if 3D still enable when power on projector. 
Please adjust setting depended on your purpose.
Note: It will takes much time and some garbage screen might happen while 
switching between 2D mode, 3D mode and 2D to 3D mode.
Note: Functions vary depending on model definition. 3D Choose On to enable DLP 3D function.
•On: Choose this item while using DLP 3D glasses, 120Hz 3D 
capable graphics cards and HQFS format file or DVD with 
corresponding SW player.
•Off: Turn off 3D mode.
24P Boost Choose 96Hz or 144Hz to compatible with 3D glasses.
2D to 3D 2D to 3D
Support most of the 2D contents.
Choose On to enable 2D to 3D function  supported by DLP 3D 
technology. Please use DLP 3D glasses to have correct 
performance.
Mode
Choose mode of Photo, Movie,  Jump-Out and User as 
your prefered 3D setting.
Convergence
Choose convergrence effect of Inward, Middle and 
Outword as your preferred 3D setting in User mode.
Depth
Choose depth effect of Low, Middle and Strong as your 
prefered 3D setting in User mode.
3D Format If the 3D content is not displayed correctly, you can select a 3D 
format that suits the 3D content you are viewing and obtain the 
best result.
3D L/R Invert If you see a discrete or overlapping image while wearing DLP 3D 
glasses, you may need to execute Invert to get best match of 
left/right image sequence to get the correct image (for DLP 3D).  
3D Warning Message Choose On to display the 3D warning message.
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Language
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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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 
onscreen•Connected as described in the Getting Started 
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 removed the lens cap and the 
projector is switched on.
2 Partial, scrolling or 
incorrectly 
displayed 
image(For PC 
(Windows 2000/XP/
Vista/Windows 7/
Windows 8))
•Press RESYNC on the remote control or control panel.
•For an incorrectly displayed image:•Open My Computer, open the Control 
Panel, and then double-click the Display 
icon.
•Select the Settings tab.•Verify that your display resolution setting is 
lower than or equal to UXGA (1600 x 1200).
•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 UXGA (1600 x 1200).
•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 UXGA 
(1600 x 1200).
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3 Partial, scrolling or 
incorrectly 
displayed image 
(for notebooks)•Press RESYNC on the remote control or control 
panel.
•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 
notebook 
computer is not 
displaying your 
presentation
•If you are using a Microsoft® Windows® based 
notebook: Some notebook PCs may deactivate their 
own screens when a second display device is in use. 
Each has a different way to be reactivated. Refer to 
your computers manual for detailed information.
•If you are using an Apple® Mac® OS based 
notebook: In System Preferences, open Display and 
select Video Mirroring On.
5 Image is unstable 
or flickering
•Adjust the Tracking to correct it. Refer to the 
Image section for more information.
•Change the display color depth settings on your 
computer.
6 Image has vertical 
flickering bar
•Use Frequency to make an adjustment. Refer to 
the Image 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 
focus
•Make sure the lens cap is removed.
•Adjusts the focus ring on the projector lens.
•Make sure the projection screen is within the 
required distance of 4.9 to 33.3 feet (1.5 to 10.1 
meters) (WXGA series) /4.9 to 32.6 feet (1.5 to 9.9 
meters) (1080P series) / 4.9 to 31.7 feet (1.5 to 9.7 
meters) (WUXGA series) from the projector. Refer to 
the How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting 
Distance and Zoom section for more information.
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Problems with the Projector
8 Image is stretched 
when displaying a 
widescreen DVD 
titleWhen you play a DVD encoded in anamorphic or 16:9 
aspect ratio you may need to adjust the following 
settings:
•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.
•If you play an Letterbox (LBX) format DVD title, 
please change the format to Letterbox (LBX) in the 
projector OSD.
9 Image is too small 
or too large
•Adjust the zoom ring on the top of the projector.
•Move the projector closer to or further from the 
screen.
•Press MENU on the remote control or on the 
control panel. Go to Image --> Aspect Ratio and 
try different settings.
10 Image has slanted 
sides
•If possible, reposition the projector so that it is 
centered on the screen.
•Press the Keystone   /    on the control panel or 
on the remote control until the sides are vertical.
•Press the Keystone on the OSD until the sides are 
vertical.
11 Image is reversed
•Select Image --> Projection on the OSD and adjust 
the projection direction.
# Condition Solution
1 The projector stops responding 
to all controlsIf possible, turn off the projector, then 
unplug the power cord and wait at least 30 
seconds before reconnecting power.
2 Lamp burns out or makes a 
popping soundWhen the lamp reaches the end of its useful 
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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OSD Messages
# 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. Please check the 
following message. 
Please also check the dust filters if they are installed. If the 
dust filter is clogged with dust, please clean it. Please refer to 
Cleaning and replacing the dust filter for details.
•Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum 
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon.
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