Acer X1230ps Users Guide

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EnglishOSD 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 is used. Please also check the dust filters if 
they are installed. If the dust filter is clogged with dust, please 
clean it.
Replace the lamp - the lamp is about to reach its maximum 
lifetime. Prepare to replace it soon.
Fan Fail.
Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
Projector Overheated.
Lamp will automatically turn off soon.
Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation.
Replacement suggested!
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LED & Alarm Definition Listing
LED Messages
Message Power LED Lamp LED Temp LED
Red Blue Red Red
Standby
(Power cord plugged in)V-- -- --
Power on -- V -- --
Lamp retry -- Quick 
flashing-- --
Turning off (Cooling 
state)Quick 
flashing-- -- --
Turning off (Cooling 
completed)V-- -- --
Error (Thermal failure) -- V -- V
Error (Fan lock failure) -- V -- Quick 
flashing
Error (Lamp breakdown) -- V V --
Error (Color wheel 
failure)-- V Quick 
flashing--
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EnglishReplacing 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 itself. It will show you 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 cooled down for at least 30 
minutes before changing the lamp.
Warning: Lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down before 
changing lamp!
To remove the lamp:
1 Turn the projector off by pressing   (POWER).
2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.
3 Disconnect the power cord.
4 Use a screwdriver to remove the screws from the cover. (Illustration #1)
5 Push up and remove the cover.
6 Remove the screw that secures the lamp module (Illustration #2).
7 Pull out the lamp connector from a slot in the lamp compartment 
(Illustration #3). Disconnect it from the projector (Illustration #4).
8 Lift the handle so that it stands up (Illustration #5). Pull out the lamp 
module by force (Illustration #6).
To replace the lamp module, use a new lamp and follow illustrations #  - # .
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.
1
2
6
58
7
11
12
10
9
3 4
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Ceiling Mount Installation
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 cylinder screws.
20 mm13mm
8.4mm130 mm
49.9mm
Short Rod
Screw Type A
50 mm length / 8 mm diameter -Ceiling Mount 
Base
- Attach to 
ceiling
Long Rod
Extension Rod
Allen Key
- For tighten/loosen
Tightening Screw
Medium RodLarge Cylinder Cap
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English3 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the 
projector to the ceiling mount bracket.
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.
Smaller Washer Large Washer
Projector Bracket
Supports projector and 
allows for adjustments   Screw Type B
Spacer
- For heat dissipationSliding ExtensionScrew Type C
Screw Type A
50 mm length - 
/8 mm diameterLarge Cylinder Cap
Allen Key
- For tighten/loosen Tightening Screw
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5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.
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
X1130P/X1130PA/
X1130PS/X1230P/
X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1230PS/X1237325VV
30
Allen KeyTightening Screw
Allen Key
Tightening Screw
119 mm
189 mm Screw M3
Depth 9.5 mm
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EnglishSpecifications
The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, 
please refer to Acers marketing documentation.
Projection system
DLP™
Resolution•X1130P/X1130PA/X1130PS:
Native: SVGA (800 x 600)
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200)
•X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/X1237:
Native: XGA (1024 x 768)
Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200)
Computer compatibility IBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and 
VESA standards: WXGA+ (1440 x 900), WXGA (1280 x 
800, 1280 x 768), SXGA (1280 x 1024), SXGA+ (1400 x 
1050), XGA (1024 x 768), SVGA (800 x 600), VGA (640 x 
480), UXGA (1600 x 1200)
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, 1080p), EDTV (480p, 
576p), SDTV (480i, 576i)
Aspect ratio 4:3 (native), 16:9
Displayable colors 1.07 billion colors
Projection lens
•X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1237:
F = 2.56 - 2.8, f = 21.00 mm - 23.00 mm,
1:1.1 Manual Zoom and Manual Focus
•X1130PS/X1230PS:
F = 2.6, f = 10.00 mm, Manual Focus
Projection screen size (diagonal)
•X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1237:
29 (73 cm) - 300 (762 cm)
•X1130PS/X1230PS:
27 (69 cm) - 300 (762 cm)
Projection distance
•X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1237:
3.9 (1.2 m) - 37.2 (11.3 m)
•X1130PS/X1230PS:
1.6 (0.5 m) - 18.0 (5.5 m)
Throw ratio
•X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1237: 53 @ 2 m (1.86 - 2.04 : 1)
•X1130PS/X1230PS: 109 @ 2 m (0.90 : 1)
Horizontal scan rate 31 - 93 kHz
Vertical refresh scan rate 48 - 86 Hz
Lamp type Philips 185 W user-replaceable UHP
Keystone correction
•X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1237:
+/-40 Degrees (Vertical), Manual
•X1130PS/X1230PK/X1230PS:
+/-40 Degrees (Vertical), Manual & Auto
Digital zoom 2 X
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* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Audio•X1130P: N/A
•X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1230PS/X1237: 2 W x 1
Weight
•X1130P/X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/X1230PK/
X1237: 
Approximate 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs.)
•X1130PS/X1230PS: Approximate 2.5 kg (5.51 lbs.)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 264 x 225 x 95 mm (10.4 x 8.6 x 3.7)
Power supply Universal AC input 100 - 240 V, input frequency 50/60 
Hz
Power consumption 280 W
Operating temperature 0ºC to 35ºC / 32ºF to 95ºF
I/O connectors
•Power socket x 1
•RS232 x 1
•VGA input x 1
•Composite video x 1
•S-Video x 1
Below items are for X1130PA/X1130PS/X1230P/
X1230PA/X1230PK/X1230PS/X1237 only.
•
3.5 mm audio jack input x 1
•VGA output x 1
•USB x 1: for remote computer control
Below item are for X1130PA/X1230P/X1230PA/
X1237 only.
•
VGA input x 2
Standard package contents
•AC power cord x 1
•VGA cable x 1
•Remote control x 1
•Battery x 2 (for the remote control)
•Users guide (CD-ROM) x 1
•Quick start guide x 1
•Security card x 1
Accessory (optional)
•Composite video cable x 1
•Carrying case x 1
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EnglishCompatibility Modes
1 VGA Analog - PC Signal
ModeResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
VGA_60
640 x 480
59.94031.469
VGA_7272.80937.861
VGA_7575.00037.500
VGA_8585.00843.269
VGA_70720 x 40070.08731.469
VGA_8585.03937.927
SVGA_56
800 x 600
56.25035.156
SVGA_6060.31737.879
SVGA_7272.18848.077
SVGA_7575.00046.875
SVGA_8585.06153.674
XGA_60
1024 x 768
60.00448.363
XGA_7070.06956.476
XGA_7575.02960.023
XGA_8584.99768.667
SXGA_70
1152 x 864
70.01263.851
SXGA_7575.00067.500
SXGA_8584.99077.094
SXGA_60
1280 x 1024
60.02063.981
SXGA_7272.00076.970
SXGA_7575.02579.976
SXGA_8584.02491.146
QuadVGA_601280 x 96060.00060.000
QuadVGA_7575.00075.000
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2 YPbPr Signal
SXGA+_60 1400 x 1050 59.978 65.317
UXGA_60 1600 x 1200 60.000 75.000
Mac G4 640 x 480@60Hz 59.940 31.469
MAC13 640 x 480@67Hz
66.66735.000
Mac G4 800 x 600@60Hz
60.31737.879
MAC16 832 x 624@75Hz 74.546 49.722
Mac G41024 x 
[email protected] 48.363
MAC191024 x 
768@75Hz
75.02060.241
MAC211152 x 
[email protected] 68.681
WXGA_60
1280 x 768
59.87047.776
WXGA_75
74.89360.289
WXGA_85
84.87368.633
WXGA_60 1280 x 720 60.000 45.000
WXGA_60
1280 x 80059.81049.702
WXGA+_60
1440 x 90059.88759.935
1680 x 1050_60
1680 x 105059.95465.290
1920 x 1080_60
1920 x 108060.00067.500
16:9 timing
1366 x 76859.79047.712
Acer AspireOne
1024 x 60060.00037.500
VGA_120 640 x 480 119.518 61.910
SVGA_120 800 x 600 119.854 77.425
XGA_120 1024 x 768 119.804 98.958
ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
480i720 x 48059.9415.73
480p720 x 48059.9431.47 
576i720 x 57650.0015.63
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