Acer Projector P1500 User Guide

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EnglishSetting
Startup Screen 
(P1340W/
X1340WH/
P1340WG/
H6510BD/
P1500)Use this function to select your desired startup screen. If you 
change the setting, it will take effect when you exit the OSD 
menu.
•Acer: The default startup screen of your Acer projector.
•User: Use the memorized picture from the Screen 
Capture function.
(X1140A/X111P/X1240/X1340W)
(P1340W/X1340WH/H6510BD/
P1500) (X111/X1140)
(P1340WG) 

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Screen Capture 
(P1340W/
X1340WH/
P1340WG/
H6510BD/
P1500)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 
section.•Change the Startup Screen from the default setting 
Acer to User.
•Select Screen Capture to customize...

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SecuritySecurity
This projector provides a useful security function for the 
administrator to manage the projector.
Press   to change the Security setting. If the security 
function is enabled, your must enter Administrator 
Password first before changing the security setting.The factory default of Administrator Password is 
1234.
•Select On to enable the security function. You have to 
enter password depending on the Security Mode. 
Please refer to User Password section for details.
•If Off...

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Administrator Password
You can enter Administrator Password when the Enter 
Administrator Password or Enter Password dialogue box 
displays.
•Press   to change Administrator Password.
•The factory default of Administrator Password is 
1234.
If you forget your administrator password, do the following 
to retrieve the administrator password:
•Enter the unique 6-digit Universal Password which is 
printed on the Security Card that came with your 
projector. This unique password will be accepted by...

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EnglishManagement
ECO ModeChoose On to dim the projector lamp, which will also 
lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend 
the lamp life. Choose Off to return to the normal mode.
High AltitudeChoose On to turn on the High Altitude mode. When 
this function is turned on, the projector fans operate at full 
speed continuously to cool down the projector’s 
temperature.
Turn Off Mode
•Instant Off: Enables you to turn off the projector 
immediately without fan cooling process by pressing 
the...

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Audio (X1140A/X111P/X1240/X1340W/
P1340W/X1340WH/H6510BD/P1500)
Volume•Press   to decrease the volume.
•Press   to increase the volume.
Mute
•Choose On to turn mute on.
•Choose Off to turn mute off.
Power On/Off 
Volume (H6510BD/
P1500)
Select this function to adjust the notification volume 
when turning the projector on/off.
Alarm Volume 
(P1340W/X1340WH/
H6510BD/P1500)Select this function to adjust the volume of any 
warning notifications.
(X1140A/X111P/X1240/X1340W)
(P1340W/X1340WH)...

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English3D
3DSelects On to enable the 3D function supported by DLP 3D 
technology.•On: Select this item while using DLP 3D glasses, quad 
buffer (NVIDIA/ATI...) graphics card and HQFS format file 
or DVD with corresponding SW player.
•Off: Turns off the 3D mode.
(X111/X1140/P1340WG)
(X1140A/X111P/X1240/X1340W/
P1340W/X1340WH/P1500)
(H6510BD) 

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Note: Supported 3D signal timings: 
2D to 3D 
(H6510BD)
•2D to 3D: Converts 2D contents to 3D. Note that DLP 3D 
glasses are required to obtain the best 3D effect.
•Mode: Provides several preset 2D to 3D conversion 
modes for your selection. You can also select User and 
use the Convergence and Depth functions described 
below to setup your customized conversion mode.
•Convergence: Changes the convergence effect that is 
used when converting 2D contents to 3D.
•Depth: Adjusts the image depth...

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EnglishIt needs correct settings on graphics card 3D application program for correct 
3D display.
The SW players, such as Stereoscopic Player and DDD TriDef Media Player 
can support 3D format files. You can download these players on the 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 Sync Invert and 3D Format are only available when 3D is 
enabled and...

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Appendices
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•Make sure all the cables are correctly connected as 
described in the Getting Started section.
•Ensure none of the connector pins are bent or 
broken.
•Check if the projection lamp has been securely 
installed....