Acer Projector Pd310 User Manual

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Usage Notice
Precautions........................................................................................... 2
Introduction
Product Features................................................................................... 3
Package Overview................................................................................ 4
Product Overview................................................................................. 5
Installation
Connecting the Projector ...................................................................... 7
Powering On/Off the Projector.............................................................. 8
Adjusting the Projected Image............................................................... 10
User Controls
Panel Control & Remote Control........................................................... 12
On-Screen Display Menus..................................................................... 14
Appendices
Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 21
Changing the Lamp............................................................................... 24
Specifications........................................................................................ 25
Compatibility Modes.............................................................................. 26
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Precautions
Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this
user’s manual to maximize the life of your unit.
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 for your cleaning.

Use under the following conditions:
- Extremely hot, cold or humid environment.
- In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic field.
- Place in direct sunlight.
Usage Notice
Warning-Do not look into the lens.  The bright light may hurt your eyes.
Warning-To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
 product to rain or moisture.
Warning-Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may
cause electric shock.
Warning-When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and
follow all changing instructions.
Warning-This product will detect the life of the lamp itself.  Please be
sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages.
Warning-After changing a new lamp, please reset the lamp life from
OSD menu.
Warning-Before switching off the product, please keep the cooling fan
running for a few minutes.
Warning-When connecting the projector to computer, please turn on
the projector first.
Warning-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 “Changing the Lamp”. 
						

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Product Features
This product is a SVGA single chip 0.7” DLP  Projector. The outstanding
features of it are listed as follows:

True SVGA, 800 x 600 addressable pixels

3.3 lbs. (1.5 kgs) lightweight compact design

Single chip DLP technology

XGA compression and VGA, SVGA re-sizing

130 Watts user replaceable P-VIP lamp

Mac/NEC PC-98/FM Towns compatible

NTSC/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/SECAM and HDTV (720P,480i/P)
compatible

Full function remote control

High definition TV compatibility

User friendly Multilingual on-screen display menu

Advanced electronic keystone correction

User friendly control panel with backlight

Luxurious carrying case included
Introduction 
						

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Package Overview
This projector comes with all the items shown below.  Check to make sure
your unit is complete.  Contact your dealer immediately if anything is
missing.
Projector
Power Cord
S-Video CableAudio CableVGA Signal Cable
Remote Control Carrying CaseComposite Video Cable
RCA to D-Sub Cable
Quick Start CardBattery x 2User’s Guide       
						

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Product Overview
Speaker
Focus Ring
Remote Control
Receiver
Zoom Ring
Zoom Lens
Power Connector
Elevator Button
Connection Ports
HDTV/Component
 Video & Computer
Input Connector
S-video Input
Connector Audio Input
Connector
Composite Video
Input Connector
Panel Control
Power On / Standby Menu
(On/Off)Enter /
Resync Source
Four Directional
Select Keys
Mute VolumeLamp
Warning LED
Main Unit
 Panel Control
Temperature
Warning LED 
						

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Remote Control
Source
Resync Reset
Freeze
Keystone CorrectionPower / Standby
Volume ( + / - ) Mute
Four Directional
Select Keys
Enter Menu
Zoom In / Zoom Out 
						

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Connecting the Projector
Installation

To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please configure the
display mode of your graphic card to make it less than or equal to 800 X 600
resolution. Make sure timimg of the display mode is compatible with the
projector. Refer to the“Compatibility Modes”section on page 26.
Power Cord
S-Video Output
S-Video
Cable
Video Output
Audio Output VGA Signal Cable
RGB Port
RGB Port
RCA to D-Sub Cable
Composite Video Cable
RCA Audio Cable VGA Signal CableDigital Tuner Output
Antenna   
						

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Powering On the Projector
1. Remove the lens cap.

2. Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected.
3. The “Power/Standby” indicator will flash. And press the “Power/Standby”
button again to start on your projector. The  startup screen will display and
count down for 20 seconds and the Power/ Standby indicator will light solid
amber.
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, or video player ,etc.). The projec-
tor will detect your source automatically.
* If the screen displays “No Signal” ,  please make sure the signal cables
are securely connected.
* If you connect multiple sources at the same time, use the “Source”
button on the Remote Control or Panel Control to switch.
* Turn on the projector  first and then the computer.
Power On/Off the Projector
Lens capPower /
Standby 
						

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Powering Off the Projector
1. Press the “Power/Standby” button to turn off the projector lamp.
2. After pressing the “Power/Standby” button, you will see a message “Power off
the lamp?” on the on-screen display. Press the “Power/Standby” button again to
confirm. Otherwise the message will disappear after 5 seconds.
3. “Power/Standby” LED indicator will flash amber for about 30 seconds.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
* When the “LAMP” indicator lights solid orange; please change the lamp
module immediately.
* When the “TEMP” indicator lights solid orange, it indicates the projector
has been overheated.  The display will automatically shut itself down.
Under normal conditions, the display can be switched on again for your
presentation.  If the problem persists, you should contact your local dealer or
our service center.
* No matter the video source is input or not, if you press“Power/Standby” by
accident, a “Power off the lamp ?” sign will display in screen. You can clear
the turn-off message by pressing any function key. Or you can just ignore
this  message without pressing any function key; the message will disappear
after 5  seconds and restore to previous status. 
						

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Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Projector Height
The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the projector height.
To raise the projector:
1. Press the elevator button 
.
2. Raise the projector to the desired display angle 
, then release the button to
lock the elevator foot into position.
3. Use 
 to fine-tune height adjustment.
To lower the projector:
1. Press the elevator button.
2. Lower down the projector, then release the button to lock the elevator foot into
position.
3. Use 
 to fine-tune height adjustment.
Elevator
Button
Elevator Foot