Acer Projector X1260 User Manual

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EnglishManagement setting
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.
Lamp Hour Elapse...

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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...

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Note: Audio menu is for X1260 series. Volume
•Press   to decrease the volume.
•Press   to increase the volume.
Mute
•Choose On to mute the volume. 
•Choose Off to restore the volume.  

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Timer setting
Language setting
Timer Start•Press   to start or stop the timer.
Timer Period
•Press   or   to adjust the timer period.
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
Choose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the or key 
to select your preferred menu language.
•Press  to confirm the selection. 

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EnglishAppendices
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...

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3 Partial, scrolling 
or incorrectly 
displayed image
(For notebooks)•Press RESYNC on the remote control.
•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...

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Problems with the Projector
9 Image is too small 
or too large•Adjust the zoom lever on the front of the projector. 
(X1260 series)
•Move the projector closer to or further from the 
screen.
•Press MENU on the remote control. Go to Image 
setting --> Aspect Ratio and try different settings or 
pressAspect Ratio on the remote control to adjust 
directly.
10 Image has slanted 
sides
•If possible, reposition the projector so that it is 
centered on the screen.
•Press the Keystone   /    buttonon...

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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.
Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum 
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon. 

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EnglishLED & Alarm Definition Listing
LED Messages
MessagePower LED
Red Blue
Input Power Plug Flash ON to OFF 100ms --
Standby V --
Power button ON -- V
Lamp retry -- Quick Flashing
Power off (Cooling state) Quick Flashing --
Power button OFF: 
Cooling completed; 
Standby ModeV--
Error (Thermal Failure) Quick Flashing RED and Steady BLUE by returns
Error (Fan lock) Quick Flashing RED and Steady BLUE by returns
Error (Lamp breakdown) Quick Flashing BLUE and Steady RED by returns
Error (Color Wheel...

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Replacing the Lamp
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...