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USER MANUAL P7500 ACER

Copyright © 2010. Acer Incorporated. All Rights Reserved.

Acer Projector P7500 Series User's Guide Original Issue: 05/2010

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your projector. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Acer Projector P7500 Series

Model number: ____

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Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies' product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.

"HDMI™, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC."

Information for your safety and comfort

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Turning the product off before cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Caution for plug as disconnecting device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the external power supply unit:

• Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet.
- Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the projector.
- If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

Caution for Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

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Warnings!

  • Do not use this product near water.
  • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged.
  • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

- Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.

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  • To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a vibrating surface.
  • Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices, lamp.

Using electrical power

  • This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
  • Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord.
  • If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
  • Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input rating.
  • This product's AC adapter is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details.

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Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.

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Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product.

- Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length.

Product servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when:

• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed
- liquid was spilled into the product
• the product was exposed to rain or water
• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged
• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service
- the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions

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Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition.

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Warning! For safety reasons, do not use non-compliant parts when adding or changing components. Consult your reseller for purchase options.

Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children.

Additional safety information

  • Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright may hurt your eyes.
  • Turn on the projector first and then signal sources
  • Do not place the product in following environments:

  • Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector is necessary.

  • Locations where temperatures may become excessively high, such as inside of a car with all windows rolled up.
  • Locations where excessive humidity, dust, or cigarette smoke may contaminate optical components, shortening the life span and darkening the image.
  • Locations near fire alarms.
  • Locations with an ambient temperature above 40^ / 104^ .
  • Locations where the altitudes are higher than 10000 feet.

- Unplug immediately if there is something wrong with your projector. Do not operate if smoke, strange noise or odor comes out of your projector. It

might cause fire or electric shock. In this case, unplug immediately and contact your dealer.

- Do not keep using this product to break or drop it. In this case contact your dealer for inspection.

- Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire.

- When switching the projector off, suggest to ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power.

- Do not turn off the main power abruptly or unplug the projector during operation. It can lead to lamp breakage, fire, electric shock or other trouble. The best way is to wait for the fan to turn off before turning main power off.

- Do not touch air outlet grille and bottom plate which becomes hot.

- Clean the air filter frequently if have. The temperature inside may rise and cause damage when the filter/ventilation slots clogged with dirt or dust.

- Do not look into the air outlet grille when projector is operating. It may hurt your eyes.

- Always open the lens shutter or remove the lens cap when the projector is on.

- Do not block the projector lens with any object when the projector is under operation as this could cause the object to become heated and deformed or even cause a fire. To temporarily turn off the lamp, press HIDE on the remote control.

- The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool for approximately 45 minutes prior to removing the lamp assembly for replacement.

- Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. It could cause it to break on rare occasions.

- Never replace the lamp assembly or any electronic components unless the projector is unplugged.

- The product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when is showing warning message.

- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing instructions.

- Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.

- Do not attempt to disassemble this projector. There are dangerous high voltages inside which may hurt you. The only user serviceable part is the lamp which has its own removable cover. Refer servicing only to suitable qualified professional service personnel.

- Do not stand the projector on end vertically. It may cause the projector to fall over, causing injury or damage.

- This product is capable of displaying inverted images for ceiling mount installation. Only use acer ceiling mount kit for mounting the projector and ensure it is securely installed.

Caution for Listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

  • Increase the volume gradually until you can hear clearly and comfortably.
  • Do not increase the volume level after your ears have adjusted.
  • Do not listen to music at high volumes for extended periods.
  • Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
  • Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you.

Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm

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Mercury advisory

For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:

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"Lamp(s) contain Mercury, Dispose Properly."

Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org

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First things first

Usage Notes

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 to clean the unit.
  • Use under the following conditions:

• In extremely hot, cold or humid environments.
• In areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.
- Place In direct sunlight.

Precautions

Follow all warnings, precautions and maintenance as recommended in this user's guide to maximize the life of your unit.

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Warning:

- Do not look into the projector's lens when the lamp is on. The bright light may hurt your eyes.

• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

- Please do not open or disassemble the product as this may cause electric shock.

- When changing the lamp, please allow unit to cool down, and follow all changing instructions.

- This product will detect the life of the lamp itself. Please be sure to change the lamp when it shows warning messages.

- Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the Onscreen display "Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.

- When switching the projector off, please ensure the projector completes its cooling cycle before disconnecting power.

- Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.

- Do not use lens cap when projector is in operation.

- 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 "Replacing the Lamp".

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First things first viii

Usage Notes viii

Precautions viii

Introduction 1

Product Features 1

Package Overview 2

Projector Overview 3

Projector Outlook 3

Control Panel 5

Remote Control Layout 6

Getting Started 8

Connecting the Projector 8

Turning the Projector On/Off 9

Turning on the Projector 9

Turning the projector off 10

Adjusting the Projected Image 11

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image 11

How to optimize image size and distance 12

How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom 14

How to get a preferred image position by adjusting lens shift 16

User Controls 19

Installation menu 19

Acer Empowering Technology 20

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus 21

Color 22

Image 24

Management 25

Setting 26

Audio 28

Timer 29

Language 29

Appendices 30

Troubleshooting 30

LED & Alarm Definition Listing 34

Cleaning and replacing the dust filters 35

Replacing the Lamp 36

Ceiling Mount Installation 37

Specifications 40

Compatibility modes 42

Regulations and safety notices 46

Introduction

Product Features

This product is a single-chip DLP ^® projector. Outstanding features include:

•DLP ^® technology
- Native 1920 x 1080 1080p resolution 4:3 / 16:9 / L.Box aspect ratio supported
- Acer ColorBoost technology delivers nature's true colors for vivid, life-like images
• High brightness and contrast ratio
- Versatile display modes (Bright, Presentation, Standard, Movie, Dark Cinema, Game, Sports, User) enable optimum performance in any situation
- NTSC / PAL / SECAM compatible and HDTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) supported
- Side-sliding lamp design allows easy lamp replacement
- Lower power consumption and economy (ECO) mode extends lamp life
- Acer EcoProjection Technology delivers Intelligent power management approach and physical efficiency improvement
- Empowering Key reveals Acer Empowering Technology utilities (Acer eView, eTimer, ePower Management) for easy adjustment of settings
•Equipped with HDMI ™ connection supporting HDCP
• Advanced digital keystone correction optimizes presentations
- Multi-language on screen display (OSD) menus
•Full-function remote control
- Manual focus projection lens zooms up to 1.5x
- 8x digital zoom and pan move function
- Microsoft ^ Windows ^ 2000, XP, Vista ^ , Windows ^ 7, OS compliant
- Manual lens shift adjustment

Package Overview

This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure your unit is complete. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing.

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3RCA component cable Security card User's guide
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Remote control Quick start guide 2 x Battery
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Carrying case Dust filter

Projector Overview

Projector Outlook

Front / upper side

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# Description # Description
1Lens cap6 Elevator feet
2Zoom lever7 Tilt adjusting wheels
3Zoom Lens8 Control panel
4Focus ring9 Power button
5Remote control receivers10 Lens shift control rings

Rear side

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text_image 2 3 5 6 4 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
# Description # Description
1 Power socket 14 12V DC output connector
2 USB ctrl connector 15 Mini USB
3 HDMI 1 connector 16 USB A1
4 HDMI 2 connector 17Reset button
5DVI input connector (for digital signal with HDCP function)18USB A2
6Monitor loop-through output connector (VGA-Out)19Power LED for wireless
7PC analog signal/HDTV/SCART/component video input connector (VGA IN 1)20LAN (RJ45 Port for 10/100M Ethernet)
8Audio input 1 connector (VGA IN 1/ Component/Composite/S-Video/HDMI)21PC analog input connector (VGA IN 2)
9 Composite video input connector 22Audio input 2 connector (VGA IN 2/ DVI)
10 S-Video input connector 23 YPbPr/YCbCr input connector
11 SPDIF output connector 24 Wired IR remote input connector
12 Audio output connector 25 KensingtonTM lock port
13 RS232 connector

Control Panel

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# Function Description
1 LAMP Lamp Indicator LED
2KEYSTONEAdjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector.
3RESYNCAutomatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
4 MENU• Press "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD) menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exit the OSD menu.• Confirm your selection of items.
5POWERSee the contents in "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.
6 Empowering keyUnique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management.
7 TEMP Temp Indicator LED
8 Four directional select keysUse to select items or make adjustments to your selection.
9 SOURCEPress "SOURCE" to choose RGB, Component, S-Video, Composite, SCART, HDTV and HDMITM sources.
10 IR Receiver Remote control receiver.

Remote Control Layout
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# Icon Function Description
1 InfraredtransmitterSends signals to the projector.
2(#)Laser pointer Aimthe remote at the viewing screen.
3POWERRefer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section.
4HIDEMomentarily turns off the video. Press "HIDE" to hide the image, press again to display the image.
5FREEZE To pausethe screen image.
6 ASPECT RATIO To choose the desired aspect ratio (Auto/4:3/16:9/L.Box)
7SOURCEPress "SOURCE" to choose from RGB, Component, S-Video, Composite, SCART, HDTV and HDMITM sources.
8 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source.
9 ZOOM Zooms the projector display in or out.
10BackPress "BACK" to go back to upper data folder.
#IconFunctionDescription
11(#)Laser button Aimthe remote at the viewing screen, press and hold this button to activate the laser pointer.This function is not supported in Japanese market.
12Enter Press "ENTER" to play media file.
13Four directionalselect keysUse up, down, left, right buttons to select items or make adjustments to your selection.
14KEYSTONE Adjusts the image to compensate for distortion caused by tilting the projector (± 40 degrees).
15MENUPress "MENU" to launch the Onscreen display (OSD) menu, back to the previous step for the OSD menu operation or exit the OSD menu.Confirm your selection of items.
16MOUSE Left/Right ClickNo function.
17Empowering key Unique Acer functions: eView, eTimer, ePower Management.
18VOLUME Increases/decreases the volume.
19PAGENo function.
20PrevPress "Prev" to go to previous index or page in file list view.
21NextPress "Next" to go to next index or page in file list view.
22Play/PausePress "Play/Pause" to play/pause media file.
23StopPress "Stop" to stop playing media file.
24VGAPress "VGA" to change source to the VGA connector. This connector supports analog RGB, YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i), YCbCr (480i/576i) and RGBsync.
25S-VIDEO To change source to S-Video.
26COMPONENTPress "COMPONENT" to change source to Component video. This connection supports YPbPr (480p/576p/720p/1080i) and YCbCr (480i/576i).
27VIDEO To change source to COMPOSITE VIDEO.
28SD/USB APress "SD/USB A" to change source to USB A. (no SD function)
29USB BPress "USB B" to change source to USB B.
30HDMI ^TM /DVIPress "HDMI ^TM /DVI" to change source to HDMI ^TM /DVI.
31LAN/WiFi No function.
32KeyPad 0~9Press "0~9" to input a password in the "Security".

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Note: "#" Japan area is not supported.

Getting Started

Connecting the Projector
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#Description # Description
1Power cord 10 Composite video cable
2USB cable 11 RS232 cable
3HDMI cable 12 SPDIF cable
4DVI cable 13 Audio cable Jack/RCA
5VGA cable 14 LAN cable
6VGA to component/HDTV adapter 15 Audio cable jack for wired remote
73 RCA component cable 16 12V DC cable
8Audio cable jack/jack 17 Mouse
9S - Vide o c a b l e18(*)USB disk/stick

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Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector.

Note: "*" USB drive limitation, do not support power consumption over 500mA. Please have external power for USB device.

Turning the Projector On/Off

Turning on the Projector

1 Remove the lens cap.(Illustration #1)
2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power indicator LED will flash red.

3 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control panel, and the Power indicator LED will turn blue.(Illustration #2)

4 Turn on your source (computer, notebook, video player, etc.). The projector will detect your source automatically.

  • If the screen displays "Lock" and "Source" icons, it means the projector is locked onto a specific source type and there is no such type of input signal detected.
  • If the screen displays "No Signal", please make sure the signal cables are securely connected.
  • If you connect to multiple sources at the same time, use the "Source" button on either control panel or the remote control or direct source key on the remote control to switch between inputs.

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text_image Power button 1 Lens cap

Turning the projector off

1 To turn the projector off, press the power button. This message appears: "Please press the power button again to complete the shutdown process." Press the power button again.
2 The LED power indicator will turn RED and blink rapidly after the projector is turned off, and the fan(s) will continue to operate for about 2 minutes to ensure that the system cools properly.
3 As long as the power cord remains plugged in, you can press the power button to turn the projector immediately back on anytime during the 2-minute shutdown process.
4 Once the system has finished cooling, the LED power indicator will stop blinking and turn solid red to indicate standby mode.
5 It is now safe to unplug the power cord.

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Warning indicators:

  • "Projector Overheated. Lamp will automatically turn off soon."
    This onscreen message indicates that the projector has overheated. The lamp with automatically turn off, the projector will automatically shut down, and the LED temp indicator will turn solid red. Contact your local dealer or service center.
  • "Fan failed. Lamp will automatically turn off soon."
    This onscreen message indicates that the fan has failed. The lamp will automatically turn off, the projector will automatically shut down, and the LED temp indicator will blink. Contact your local dealer or service center.

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Note: Whenever the projector automatically shuts down and the LED lamp indicator turns solid red, contact your local reseller or service center.

Adjusting the Projected Image

Adjusting the Height of Projected Image

The projector is equipped with elevator feet for adjusting the height of image.

To raise/lower the image:

1 Raise the image to the desired height angle (Illustration #1), then pull out the stand feet into position.
2 Use Tilt adjusting wheel (Illustration #2) to fine-tune the display angle.
3 Use Lens shift control rings to move the image to the ideal position. (refer to page 16)

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text_image acer 1 Elevator feet 2 Tilt adjusting wheels

How to optimize image size and distance

Consult the table below to find the optimal image sizes achievable when the projector is positioned at a desired distance from the screen. Example: If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes between 59" and 91".

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Note: Remind as below figure, the space of 147 cm height is required when located at 3m distance.

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text_image Max screen size Min screen size 91" B 59' Height: 147cm Form base to top of image Height: 96cm C A 3m Desired Distance

Figure: Fixed distance with different zoom and screen size.

Desired Distance (m)Screen sizeTopScreen sizeTop
(Min zoom) (Max zoom)
Diagonal (inch)W (cm) x H (cm)From base to top of image (cm)Diagonal (inch)W (cm) x H (cm)From base to top of image (cm)
1.5 3066 x 37 4845 100 x 56 73
2 40 88 x 49 6460 134 x 75 98
2.5 50110 x 62 80 76 167 x 94 122
3 59132 x 74 9691 201 x 113 147
3.5 69154 x 86 112 106 234 x 132171
4 79176 x 99 128 121 268 x 151196
4.5 89197 x 111144 136 301 x 169 220
5 99 219 x 123160 151 335 x 188245
6 119263 x 148193 181 402 x 226 294
7 139307 x 173225 212 469 x 264 343
8 159351 x 197257 242 535 x 301 392
9 178395 x 222289 272 602 x 339 441
10 198439 x 247321 302 669 x 377 489
11 218483 x 272353 333 736 x 414 538
12 238527 x 296385 363 803 x 452 587

Zoom Ratio: 1.5x

How to get a preferred image size by adjusting distance and zoom

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The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. For example: to obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance 1.7 m and 2.5 m from the screen and adjust the zoom level accordingly.

Screen size Distance(m)Top (cm)
Diagonal (inch)W (cm) x H (cm)Max zoomMin zoomFrom base to top of image
30 66 X37 1.0 1.5 49
40 89 X50 1.3 2.0 65
50 111 X62 1.7 2.5 81
60 133 X75 2.0 3.0 97
70 155 X87 2.3 3.5 113
80 177 X100 2.6 4.0 130
90 199 X112 3.0 4.5 146
100 221 X125 3.3 5.0 162
120 266 X149 4.0 6.1 194
150 332 X187 5.0 7.6 243
180 398 X224 6.0 9.1 291
200 443 X249 6.6 10.1 324
250 553 X311 8.3 12.6 405
300 664 X374 9.9 486

Zoom Ratio: 1.5x

How to get a preferred image position by adjusting lens shift

The projector is equipped with lens shift for adjusting the position of projected image right and left or up and down without requiring you to physically move the projector.

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text_image LENS SHIFT Vertical Lens Shift ring Horizontal Lens Shift ring LENS SHIFT

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Note: The figures shown in this section are for reference only not approximate value. The figures between units can be different due to assembly tolerance.

Adjusting the horizontal or vertical image position

The vertical image height can be adjusted between 5% and 30% of the image height. (The minimum vertical image offset is fixed at 5% of the image height above the centre of the projector lens.)

With the lens in the centre position the horizontal image position can be adjusted to the left or right by up to a maximum of 15% of the image width.

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text_image Screen 25% Screen Height 100% (H) 100% (H) 25% 5% Distance (L) Maximum Shift

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Note: The maximum shift of vertical (horizontal) image adjustment can be limited by horizontal (vertical) image position. Please refer below diagram.

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other | Parameter | Value | | --------- | ----- | | Voltage Level | -15%(H) | | Height Level | -7.5%(H) | | Height Level | 117.5%(V) | | Height Level | 7.5%(H) | | Offset Max | 30% | | Offset Min | 5% | | H x 15% | 130%(V), 0%(H) | | H x 5% | 117.5%(V) | | H x 5% | 105%(V) | | H x 15% | 15%(H) | | V x 25% | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 25% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | V | 20% | | ACER | (no label) |

User Controls

Installation menu

The installation menu provides an onscreen display (OSD) for projector installation and maintenance. Use the OSD only when the message "No signal input" is displayed on the screen.

The menu options include settings and adjustments for screen size and distance, focus, keystone correction and more.

1 Turn on the projector by pressing "Power" button on the control pad.
2 Press the menu button on the control pad to launch the OSD for projector installation and maintenance.

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3 The background pattern acts as a guide to adjusting the calibration and alignment settings, such as screen size and distance, focus and more.
4 The Installation menu includes the following options:

  • Projection method
  • Menu location
  • Keystone settings
  • Language settings
  • Reset to factory default function

Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, the left and right arrow keys to adjust selected option settings, and the right arrow key to enter a submenu for feature setting. The new settings will be saved automatically upon exiting the menu.

5 Push the menu button anytime to exit the menu and return to the Acer welcome screen.

Acer Empowering Technology

Empowering KeyACER P7500 - Acer Empowering Technology - 1Acer Empowering Key provides four Acer unique functions, they are "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management" and "Acer ePower Management" respectively. Press "key for more than one second to launch the Onscreen display main menu to modify its function.
Acer eView ManagementACER P7500 - Acer Empowering Technology - 2Press "to launch "Acer eView Management" submenu."Acer eView Management" is for display mode selection. Please refer to Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.
Acer eTimer ManagementACER P7500 - Acer Empowering Technology - 3Press "to launch "Acer eTimer Management" submenu."Acer eTimer Management" provides the reminding function for presentation time control. Please refer to Onscreen Display Menus section for more detail.
Acer ePower ManagementACER P7500 - Acer Empowering Technology - 4Press "to launch "Acer ePower Management"."Acer ePower Management" provides user one shortcut to save lamp and projector life. Please refer to Onscreen Display section for more detail.

Onscreen Display (OSD) Menus

The projector has multilingual OSD that allow you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings.

Using the OSD menus

- To open the OSD menu, press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel.

- When the OSD is displayed, use the keys to select any item in the main menu. After selecting the desired main menu item, press to enter submenu for feature setting.

- Use the keys to select the desired item and adjust the settings by using the keys

- Select the next item to be adjusted in the submenu and adjust as described above.

- Press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel, the screen will return to the main menu.

- To exit OSD, press "MENU" on the remote control or control panel again. The OSD menu will close and the projector will automatically save the new settings.

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text_image acer Color Main menu Display Mode Movie Wall Color Brightness 50 Contrast 50 Color Temperature 1 Degamma 3 Advanced Press Color Management Press Saturation 50 Tint 50 Sub menu Select Enter MENU Exit

Color

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text_image acer Color Display Mode Wall Color Brightness Contrast Color Temperature DepGamma Advanced Color Management Saturation Tail Mono 50 50 1 3 Press Press 50 50 Select Enter MENU Exit
Display ModeThere are many factory presets optimized for various types of images.Bright: For brightness optimization.Presentation: For meeting presentation with higher brightness.Standard: For common environment.Movie: For brighter and general movie/video/photo playing.Dark Cinema: For dark movie content.Game: For game content.Sports: For sport picture.User: Memorize user's settings.
Wall ColorUse this function to choose a proper color according to the wall.There are several choices, including white, light yellow, light blue,pink, dark green. It will compensate the color deviation due to the wall color to show the correct image tone.
BrightnessAdjust the brightness of the image.Press to darken image.Press to lighten the image.
Contrast"Contrast" controls the difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image.Press to decrease the contrast.Press to increase the contrast.
Color TemperatureAdjust the color temperature. At higher color temperatures, the screen looks colder; at lower color temperatures, the screen looks warmer.
DegammaEffects the representation of dark scenery. With greater gamma value, dark scenery will look brighter.
AdvancedACER P7500 - Color - 2Noise ReductionAdjusts signal noise reduction."0" means the noise reduction is off, ">0" increase noise reduction.
SharpenessAdjusts the sharpness of the image.Press to decrease the sharpness.Press to increase the sharpness.
Brilliant ColorProduces an expanded on-screen color spectrum that delivers enhanced color saturation for bright, true-to-life images. This feature is "On" by default.
Dynamic BlackThis feature enables the projector to automatically optimize the display of dark movie scenes enabling them to be shown in incredible detail.
Color ManagementACER P7500 - Color - 3Color RAdjusts the red color.
Color GAdjusts the green color.
Color BAdjusts the blue color.
Color CAdjusts the cyan color.
Color MAdjusts the magenta color.
Color YAdjusts the yellow color.
Skin ColorAdjusts the skin color.
SaturationAdjusts a video image from black and white to fully saturated color.Press to decrease the amount of color in the image.Press to increase the amount of color in the image.
TintAdjusts the color balance of red and green.Press to increase the amount of green in the image.Press to increase the amount of red in the image.

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Note: "Saturation", "Tint" and "Noise Reduction" functions are not supported under computer mode or HDMI mode.

Image

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Projection Front-DesktopACER P7500 - Image - 2The factory default setting.
ACER P7500 - Image - 3Front-CeilingWhen you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection.
ACER P7500 - Image - 4Rear-DesktopWhen you select this function, the projector reverses the image so you can project from behind a translucent screen.
ACER P7500 - Image - 5Rear-CeilingWhen you select this function, the projector reverses and inverts the image at same time. You can project from behind a translucent screen with ceiling mounted projection.
Aspect Ratio Use this function to choose your desired aspect ratio.Z83TAuto: Keep the image with original width-higth ratio and maximize the image to fit native horizontal or vertical pixels.4:3: The image will be scaled to fit the screen and displayed using a 4:3 ratio.16:9: The image will be scaled to fit the width of the screen and the height adjusted to display the image using a 16:9 ratio.L. Box: Keep original signal aspect ratio and zoom in by 1.333 times.
Keystone Adjust image distortion caused by tilting projection. (±40 degrees)ACER P7500 - Image - 6
H. Position(Horizontal position)Press to ACER P7500 - Image - 7 e the image left.Press to [6C6B] e the image right.
V. Position(Vertical position)Press to [2BW7] e the image down.Press to [TBC6] e the image up.
Frequency "Frequency" changes the projector's refresh rate to match the frequency of your computer's graphics card. If you can see a vertical flickering bar in the projected image, use this function to make the necessary adjustments.
Tracking Synchronizes the signal timing of the projector with the graphics card.If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use this function to correct it.

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Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under HDMI, DVI or Video mode.

Management

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text_image acer Management ECO Mode High Altitude Auto Shutdown Lamp Hour Elipse Lamp Reminding Lamp Hour Reset LAN LAN IP1 Mask LAN Reset On 80 9669 Yes Press On 265 265 265 265/265 265 265 265 Press Select Adjust MFN Exit
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.
Auto Shutdown The projector will automatically shutdown when there is no signal input after the allocated time. (in 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 ResetPress the button and choose "Yes" to turn the lamp hour counter to 0 hours.
LAN Default is "Off".Choose "On" to enable LAN connection.
LAN IP / Mask IdentifyIP and Mask address.
LAN Reset Reset LAN function.

Setting

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text_image acer Setting Mans Location Source Lock Closed Caption Security VGA OUT (Standby) Auto Screen Reset HDMI Scan Info PIP PIP Source PIP Location PIP Size Select Adjust MENU Exit
Menu Location Choosethe menu location on the display screen.
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.
Closed Caption Selects a preferred closed captioning mode from CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, (CC1 displays captions in the primary language in your area). Select "Off" to turn off the captioning feature. This function is only available when a composite video or S-Video input signal is selected and its system format is NTSC.Set your screen aspect ratio to 4:3. This function is not available when the aspect ratio is "16:9" or "Auto".
Security SecurityACER P7500 - Setting - 2This projector provides a useful security function for the administrator to manage usage of the projector.Press ▶ 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.

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Note: For 1080P models, to get best quality for you desired image, suggest end-user set PC resolution to 1920x1080 before you use this function.

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.
ACER P7500 - Setting - 4User passwordPress 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 password while projector turns on", the user has to enter the password every time when the projector is turned on.
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ACER P7500 - Setting - 6Administrator PasswordThe "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.
VGA OUT (Standby)Default is "Off". Choose "On" to enable VGA OUT connection.
Auto ScreenDefault is "On", the down/up move of electronic screen will be related with power on/off of Projector.
ResetPress the button and choose "Yes" to return the parameters on all menus to the factory default settings.
HDMI Scan Info Adjustthe overscan ratio of the HDMI image on screen.●Auto: Automatically adjust by information from player.●Underscan: Always no overscan on HDMI image.●Overscan: Always keep overscan on HDMI image.
PIP●Choose "On" to see two screens at the same time.●Choose "Off" to disable the function.
PIP SourcePress and to choose the secondary video source:Composite, S-Video or Component signal.
PIP Location Choose the PIP secondary signal location on the display screen.
PIP Size Choose the PIP secondary signal size on the display screen.

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Note: When PIP function is activated, zoom and keystone function is unavailable.

Audio

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text_image acer Audio Volume 26 More Off Power On/Off Volume Middle Alarm Volume Middle Select Enter MENU Exit
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.

Timer

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text_image acer Timer Timer Location Timer Start Timer Period Timer Volume Timer Display Press 0 Minutes Mistle Countdown Select Enter MENU Exit
Timer Location• Choose the location of the timer on the screen.
Timer Start• Press to start or stop the timer.
Timer Period• Press or to adjust the timer period.
Timer Volume• Select this function to adjust the notification volume when the timer function is enabled and time is up.
Timer Display• Press or to which timer mode to display on the screen.

Language

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text_image Language | English | Bavenska Čeština | Törkje Dansk | Pycoskuň Deutsch | 1 hr Españor | 中文(哥) Français | 中文(哥) Italiano | 日本語 Magyar | 苄甸湖 Nederlands Polski Portugues Select Enter Menu Exit
LanguageChoose the multilingual OSD menu. Use the or key to select your preferred menu language.•Press to confirm the selection.

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 onscreenConnected 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))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).
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 computer's 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•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 3.3 to 32.6 feet (1.0 to 10.0 meters) from the projector. Refer to the "How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and Zoom" section for more information.
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 largeAdjust 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 sidesIf 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 reversedSelect "Image --> Projection" on the OSD and adjust the projection direction.

Problems with the Projector

# 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.

OSD Messages

# Condition Message Reminder
1 Message Fan Fail - the system fan is not working.

LED & Alarm Definition Listing

LED Messages

MessageLamp LED Temp LED Power LED
Red Red Red Blue
Standby (power cord plugged in)-- -- V --
Power button ON -- -- -- V
Lamp retry -- -- -- Quickflashing
Turning off (cooling state)-- -- Quickflashing--
Turning off (cooling completed)-- -- V --
Error (thermal failure) -- V -- V
Error (fan lock failure) -- Quickflashing--V
Error (lamp breakdown) V -- -- V
Error (color Wheel fail)Quick flashing-- -- V

Cleaning and replacing the dust filters

Cleaning the dust filters

Clean the dust filters after every 1000 hours of use. If they are note cleaned periodically, they can become clogged with dust, preventing proper ventilation. This can cause overheating and damage the projector.

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text_image Diagram showing a projector module being inserted into a rack, with labeled parts and an inset view of the component being handled.

Follow these steps:

1 Turn the projector off. Wait for the Power LED to stop flashing then unplug the power cord.
2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.
3 Unplug the corner (Illustration #1)
4 Pull out the dust filter (Illustration #2)
5 To clean the dust filters, use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers and other office equipment.
6 If the dirt is difficult to remove or the filter is broken, please contact your local dealer or service center to obtain a new filter.

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.

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Warning: The lamp compartment is hot! Allow it to cool down before changing the lamp.

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text_image Diagram of an electronic device with labeled components and a hand pointing to a screen, showing internal wiring and connection steps.

To Change the Lamp

1 Turn off the projector by pressing the power button.
2 Allow the projector at least 30 mins to cool down.
3 Disconnect the power cord.
4 Find the "OPEN" button on side of the projector and push it to open the cover. (Illustration #1)
5 Open the cover. (Illustration #2)
6 Remove the two screws that secure the lamp module.(Illustration #3)
7 Pull out the lamp module by force. (Illustration #4)

To replace the lamp module, reverse the previous step.

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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.

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.

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text_image Technical diagram showing a solar panel installation and its cross-sectional view with dimensional annotations in millimeters.

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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 four-cylinder screws.

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text_image Short Rod Ceiling Mount Base - Attach to ceiling Long Rod Extension Rod Long Cylinder Cap Allen Key - For tightening/loosening Screw Type A 50 mm length / 8 mm diameter - Tightening Screw Medium Rod

3 Use the appropriate number of screws for the projector size to attach the projector to the ceiling mount bracket.

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text_image Screw Type B Smaller Washer Large Washer Projector Bracket Supports projector and allows - for adjustments Spacer - For heat dissipation

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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.

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text_image Screw Type A 50 mm length - /8 mm diameter Large cylinder cap Allen Key - For tightening/loosening Tightening Screw

5 Adjust the angle and positioning as necessary.

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text_image Tightening Screw Allen Key 30° 360° Allen Key Tightening Screw

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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 TypeB Washer Type
Diameter (mm) Length (mm) Large Small
P7500 3 20 V V

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text_image SCREW SPEC. M3 x 20mm 82.52mm 140.00mm

Specifications

The specifications listed below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's published marketing specifications.

Projection systemDLP®
ResolutionNative: 1080P (1920 x 1080), Maximum: UXGA (1600 x 1200),WSXGA+ (1680 x 1050), 1080p (1920 x 1080)
Computer compatibilityIBM PC and compatibles, Apple Macintosh, iMac and VESA standards: SXGA, XGA, VGA, SVGA, SXGA+, WXGA, WXGA+, WSXGA+
Video compatibilityNTSC (3.58/4.43), PAL (B/D/G/H/I/M/N), SECAM (B/D/G/K/K1/L), HDTV (720p, 1080i/p), EDTV (480p, 576p), SDTV (480i, 576i)
Aspect ratio 4:3, 16:9 (native), L.Box
Displayable colors 1.07 billion colors
Projection lens F/2.45 - 2.9, f = 22.18 mm - 33.27 mm, 1.5X manual zoom lens
Projection screen size (diagonal) 20" (50 cm) - 300" (762 cm)
Projection distance 3.3' (1.0 m) - 32.6' (10.0 m)
Throw ratio 60"@2 m (1.49 - 2.28:1)
Horizontal scan rate 30 k - 100 kHz
Vertical refresh scan rate 50 - 85 Hz
Lamp type 330 W user-replaceable lamp
Keystone correction +/- 15 degrees
Audio Internal speaker with 3 W x 2 output
Weight 7.5 kg (16.5 lbs.)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 398 mm x 310 mm x 140 mm (15.7" x 12.2" x 5.5")
Remote control Laser pointer function
Digital Zoom8x
Power supplyAC input 100 - 240 V, 50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption445 W ± 10%
Operating temperature5°C to 35°C / 41°F to 95°F
I/O connectors•Power socket x1•VGA input x2•Composite input x1•S-Video x1•VGA output x1•HDMI x2•DVI-D x1: with HDCP support•RS232 3-pin min dim jack x1•USB x4•3.5 mm audio jack input x2•3.5 mm audio jack output x1•SPDIF RCA jack output x1•3 RCA Component video x1•3.5 mm jack input x1: for wired IR remote control•RJ45 x1•DC Jack x1
Standard package contents•AC power cord x1•VGA cable x1•DVI-D cable x1•S-Video cable x1•Composite video cable x1•Component cable (3 RCA) x1•Remote control x1•Battery x 2 (for remote control)•User's Guide (CD-ROM) x1•Quick start guide x1•Security card x1•Carrying case x1•Dust filter x1

* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Compatibility modes

A. VGA Analog

1 VGA Analog - PC Signal

ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
VGA 640x48060 31.5
640x480 72 37.9
640x480 75 37.5
640x480 85 43.3
SVGA 800x60056 35.1
800x600 60 37.9
800x600 72 48.1
800x600 75 46.9
800x600 85 53.7
XGA 1024x76860 48.4
1024x768 70 56.5
1024x768 75 60.0
1024x768 85 68.7
SXGA 1152x86470 63.8
1152x864 75 67.5
1152x864 85 77.1
1280X1024 60 64.0
1280X1024 72 77.0
1280X1024 75 80.0
1280X1024 85 91.1
QuadVGA 1280x96060 60.0
1280x960 75 75.2
SXGA+ 1400x105060 65.3
UXGA1600x1200 60 75.0
PowerBook G4640x480 60 31.4
640x48066.6(67)34.9
800x600 60 37.9
1024x768 60 48.4
1152x870 75 68.7
1280x960 75 75.0
i Mac DV (G3)1024x768 75 60.0

2 VGA Analog - Extended Wide timing

ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
WXGA1280x768 6047.8
1280x768 75 60.3
1280x768 85 68.6
1280x720 60 44.8
1280x800 60 49.6
1440x900 60 59.9
WSXGA+ 1680x1050 60 65.3
1920x1080(1080p)60 67.5
1366x768 60 47.7

3 VGA Analog - Component Signal

ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
480i 720x48059.94 (29.97) 15.7
576i 720x57650 (25) 15.6
480p 720x48059.9431.5
576p 720x5765031.3
720p1280x720 6045.0
720p1280x720 5037.5
1080i1920x108060 (30)33.8
1080i1920x1080 50(25) 28.1
1080p1920x108023.97/2427.0
1080p1920x1080 6067.5
1080p1920x1080 5056.3

B. HDMI Digital

1 HDMI - PC Signal

ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
VGA640x4806031.5
640x48072 37.9
640x48075 37.5
640x48085 43.3
SVGA800x6005635.1
800x60060 37.9
800x60072 48.1
800x60075 46.9
800x60085 53.7
XGA1024x768 6048.4
1024x768 7056.5
1024x768 75 60.0
1024x768 85 68.7
SXGA 1152x864 70 63.8
1152x864 75 67.5
1152x864 85 77.1
1280x1024 60 64.0
1280x1024 72 77.0
1280x1024 75 80.0
1280x1024 85 91.1
QuadVGA 1280x960 60 60.0
1280x960 75 75.2
SXGA+ 1400x1050 60 65.3
UXGA 1600x1200 60 75.0
PowerBook G4640x480 60 31.4
640x480 66.6(67) 34.9
800x600 60 37.9
1024x768 60 48.4
1152x870 75 68.7
1280x960 75 75.0
i Mac DV (G3)1024x768 75 60.0

2 DVI - Extended Wide timing

ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
WXGA 1280x768 60 47.8
1280x768 75 60.3
1280x768 85 68.6
1280x720 60 44.8
1280x800 60 49.6
1440x900 60 59.9
WSXGA+1680x10506065.3
1920x1080 (1080p)60 67.5
1366x768 60 47.7

3 HDMI - Video Signal

ModesResolutionV.Frequency [Hz]H.Frequency [KHz]
480i 720x480(1440x480) 59.94(29.97) 15.7
576i 720x576(1440x576) 50(25)15.6
480p 720x480 59.94 31.5
576p 720x576 50 31.3
720p 1280x720 60 45.0
720p 1280x720 50 37.5
1080i 1920x108060(30) 33.8
1080i 1920x108050(25) 28.1
1080p1920x108023.97/2427.0
1080p1920x108060 67.5
1080p1920x108050 56.3
Graphic source monitor range limitsHorizontal scan rate:30k-100kHz
Vertical scan rate:50-85Hz
Max. pixel rate170MHz

Regulations and safety notices

FCC notice

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
- Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Notice: Shielded cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.

Notice: Peripheral devices

Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.

Caution

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this device.

Operation conditions

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Notice: Canadian users

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Declaration of Conformity for EU countries

Acer hereby declares that this projector series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Compliant with Russian regulatory certification

ACER P7500 - Declaration of Conformity for EU countries - 1

ME61

Radio device regulatory notice

ACER P7500 - Radio device regulatory notice - 1

Note: The regulatory information below is for models with wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth only.

General

This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules).

Canada — Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210)

a Common information

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference, and
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

b Operation in 2.4 GHz band

To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installation outdoors is subject to licensing.

List of applicable countries

This device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use. For further information, please contact the local office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for the latest country list.

CE

Declaration of Conformity

We,

Acer Incorporated

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan

Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, e-mail:easy_lai@accr.com.tw

And,

Acer Europe SA

Hereby declare that:

Product: Projector

Trade Name: Acer

Model Number: D1P0919

Machine Type: P7500

Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product will continue comply with the requirements.

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards:

-. EN55022, AS/NZS CISPR22, Class B
-. EN55024
-. EN61000-3-2 Class A
-. EN61000-3-3

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard:

-. EN60950-1

RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment

- The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by weight in homogenous material are:

Lead 0.1% Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB's) 0.1%
Mercury 0.1% Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE's) 0.1%
Hexavalent Chromium 0.1% Cadmium 0.01%

Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy-related product.

The standards listed below are applied to the product if built with WLAN module or wireless keyboard and mouse.

ACER P7500 - RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment - 1

R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard:

● Article 3.1(a) Health and Safety

- EN60950-1

-. EN62311

● Article 3.1(b) EMC

-. EN301 489-1

-. EN301 489-17

● Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages

-. EN300 328

-. EN301 893 (Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN).

Year to begin affixing CE marking 2010.

Easy Lai

May. 1, 2010 -

Easy Lai Manager

Date

Regulation Center, Acer Inc.

Acer America Corporation

333 West San Carlos St., San Jose

CA 95110, U. S. A.

Tel: 254-298-4000

Fax:254-298-4147

www.acer.com

ACER P7500 - RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment - 2

Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The following local Manufacturer / Importer is responsible for this declaration:

Product:

DLP Projector

Model Number: D1P0919

Machine Type: P7500

Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation

Address of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St.

San Jose, CA 95110

U. S. A.

Contact Person: Acer Representative

Phone No.: 254-298-4000

Fax No.: 254-298-4147

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