Acer S5201 - Manuals

viii First Thing 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...

Information for Your Safety and Comfort iii First Thing First viii Usage Notes viii Precautions viii Introduction 1 Product Features 1 Package Overview 2 Projector Overview 3 Projector Outlook 3 Control Panel 4 Remote Control Layout 5 Getting Started 7 Connecting the Projector 7 Turning the Projecto...

Troubleshooting 34 LED & Alarm Definition Listing 38 Replacing the Lamp 39 Ceiling Mount Installation 40 Specifications 43 Compatibility Modes 46 Regulations and safety notices 50

1 Eng lis h Introduction Product Features This product is a single-chip DLP ® projector, including the following outstanding features: • DLP ® technology • P5206/N216/PN-X14/S5201/T111/PS-X11/S5201B/T111E/PS-X11K: Native 1024 x 768 XGA resolutionAuto / 4:3 / 16:9 aspect ratio supported S5301WB/T121E...

2 English Package Overview This projector comes with all the items shown below. Check to make sure you have them all. Contact your dealer immediately if any thing is missing. Projector with lens cap Power cord VGA cable Composite video cable Security card User’s guide (CD-ROM) Remote control Quick s...

3 Eng lis h Projector Overview Projector Outlook Front / upper side Rear side # Description # Description 1 Power key and Power indicator LED 5 Control panel 2 Projection lens 6 Zoom ring 3 Elevator button 7 Focus ring 4 Lens cap 8 Remote control receiver # Description # Description 1 Remote control...

4 English Control Panel # Function Description 1 LAMP Lamp indicator LED 2 POWER Power indicator LED 3 Power key Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 4 Keystone Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting projection (±40 degrees). 5 MENU • Launches the Onscreen Display (OSD) m...

5 Eng lis h Remote Control Layout # Function Description 1 Infrared transmitter Sends signals to the projector. 2 POWER Refer to the "Turning the Projector On/Off" section. 3 FREEZE To pause the screen image. 4 RESYNC Automatically synchronizes the projector to the input source. 5 BACK Goes ...

7 Eng lis h Getting Started Connecting the Projector • P5206/N216/PN-X14 / S5201/T111/PS-X11 Note: To ensure the projector works well with your computer, please make sure the timing of the display mode is compatible with the projector. # Description # Description 1 Power cord 7 RS232 cable 2 VGA cab...

9 Eng lis h Turning the Projector On/Off Turning On the Projector 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Ensure that the power cord and signal cable are securely connected. The Power LED will light red. 3 Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) on the control panel or remote control, and the Power indicator LED...

10 English Turning Off the Projector 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 i...

11 Eng lis h Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Height of the Projected Image The projector is equipped with an elevator foot for adjusting the image height. To raise the image: 1 Press the elevator button. 2 Raise the image to the desired height angle, then release the button to lock the e...

12 English 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. • P5206/N216/PN-X14 If the projector is 3 m from the screen, good image quality is possible for image sizes be...

15 Eng lis h How to Get a Preferred Image Size by Adjusting Distance and Zoom The table below shows how to achieve a desired image size by adjusting either the position or the zoom ring. • P5206/N216/PN-X14 To obtain an image size of 50" set the projector at a distance between 1.5 m and 2.0 m fr...

18 English 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.1 Turn on the projector by pressing (POWER) on the control panel or r...

19 Eng lis h Acer Empowering Technology Empowering Key Acer Empowering Key provides three Acer unique functions: "Acer eView Management", "Acer eTimer Management", "Acer eOpening Management" and "Acer ePower Management". Press " " for more than one second to l...

21 Eng lis h Color Display Mode There 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. • Video: For playing video in a bright environment. • Educ...

23 Eng lis h Image Projection • Front-Desktop: The factory default setting. • Front-Ceiling: When you select this function, the projector inverts the image for ceiling-mounted projection. • Rear-Desktop: When you select this function, the projector reverses the image so that you can project behind a...

25 Eng lis h Note: "H. Position", "V. Position", "Frequency" and "Tracking" functions are not supported under video mode. Note: "Sharpness" function is not supported under computer mode. Note: The 3D function is supported by VGA source only. Please see the tim...

31 Eng lis h Note 2 : An overview of the Tools page Note 3: The Info page shows the projector information and status. Management ECO Mode Choose "On" to dim the projector lamp, which will also lower the power consumption, reduce noise, and extend the lamp life. Choose "Off" to return...

32 English Audio High Altitude Choose "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. Auto Shutdown(Minutes) The projector will automatically shut down while there is no s...

33 Eng lis h Timer Language Timer Location Sets the location of the timer on the screen. Timer Start (or Stop) Press to start or stop the timer. Timer Period (Minutes) Press to adjust the timer period. Timer Volume Select this function to adjust the notification volume when the timer function is ena...

34 English 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 ...

38 English 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 -- --...

39 Eng lis h 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 itself. It will show you a warning message "Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. Replacement Suggested!&#...

40 English 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 f...

43 Eng lis h Specifications The specifications below are subject to change without notice. For final specs, please refer to Acer's marketing documentation. Projection system DLP ™ Resolution • P5206/N216/PN-X14/S5201/T111/PS-X11/S5201B/T111E/PS-X11K: Native: XGA (1024 x 768)Maximum: 1920 x 1080 EIA/...

46 English Compatibility Modes 1 VGA Analog - PC Signal Mode Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] VGA_60 640 x 480 59.940 31.469 VGA_72 72.809 37.861 VGA_75 75.000 37.500 VGA_85 85.008 43.269 VGA_70 720 x 400 70.087 31.469 VGA_85 85.039 37.927 SVGA_56 800 x 600 56.250 35.156 SVGA_60 60.317 ...

49 Eng lis h • * (star sign): For S5301WB/T121E/PS-W11K only 3 Component Signal 4 Video, S-Video Signal 720p_50 50 37.50 1080i_60 60 33.75 1080i_50 50 28.13 1080p 60 67.5 1080P 50 56.26 1080p 24 27.00 1080p 23.98 26.97 Mode Resolution V.Frequency [Hz] H.Frequency [KHz] 480i 720 x 480 59.94 15.73 480...

51 Eng lish Eng lis h Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Acer hereby, declares that this projector series is in compliance with the essential requirements and ot...

52 English 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 a local office in the country of use. Please see http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/implem.htm for the latest cou...

53 Eng lish Eng lis h Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, TaiwanContact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, e-mail:[email protected] And, Acer Italy s.r.l ...

55 Eng lish Eng lis h 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 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following t...

5 Eng lis h Check the information on the splash screen Take note of the important information on the splash screen. The splash screen displays the following items: Projector ID (a), Acer logo (b), network information (c) and instructions (d). Projector ID (displayed only when available) This 4-digit...

6 English standard. WPA-PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access - pre-shared key) and WPA2-PSK are other individual encryption methods with higher level security. The option is enabled by the supervisor in the Configure tab under Acer eProjection Management. For more information, please see Security Settings on...

7 Eng lis h 2 Enable your WLAN and select the access point labeled AcerProjector or AcerProjectorXXXX to connect wirelessly. Connect the projector to your LAN for a wired connection. 3 Open the Internet browser (see note). Click Download Acer eProjection Management on the welcome page, and then clic...

11 Eng lis h Acer eProjection Management Acer eProjection Management helps you connect to, and control Acer projectors with the integrated APG. By allowing the transmission of high-quality audio and video signals, the APG offers added flexibility and convenience, allowing you to use an Acer projecto...

12 English Compact user interface The compact user interface (UI) provides a solid look and feel. • Allows you to change the projection resolution (a).To change the projection resolution, click Resolution to reveal a list of choices. • Project using split-screen or full-screen (b).To project from mu...

14 English Full user interface You can click the down arrow to reveal the full UI from the compact UI. The Main tab of the full UI displays Projector ID, Projector IP and User name information (a), and gives you the option to select a different wireless projector (b). Swap to another connected PC vi...

15 Eng lis h Projecting with MobiShow MobiShow allows content projection from a Wi-Fi-enabled smartphone or PDA running Windows Mobile 5 and higher. Any type of screen content or a PowerPoint slideshow (requires conversion with the included utility) can be projected. Installing MobiShow For devices ...

16 English Using MobiShow 1 Open Programs on your device and find the MobiShow application. 2 Tap the MobiShow icon to launch the client software. 3 MobiShow will turn on your device’s Wi-Fi and display available access points for you to choose. 4 The MobiShow client will automatically search for wi...

21 Eng lis h Help Tap Menu to select Help to find MobiShow information. Using the PtG converter To use the Presentation-to-Go feature, you need to install the PtG Converter on your PC from the CD. Put the CD into your CD-ROM and follow the onscreen instructions to install the PtG Converter. Open Pro...

22 English Acer Projector Gateway Web Management Open the Internet browser, you will be redirected to the Acer Projector Gateway Web Management main page. If you aren’t redirected, you can enter the Server IP address. Please refer to Connect to the projector on page 4. The default IP address is 192....

23 Eng lis h Note: If you are using Internet Explorer 8, please disable the SmartScreen Filter before downloading. Conference projecting You can initiate conference projecting from the Web Management webpage. Clicking on Initiate Conference gives you control over who is projecting at any time, and p...

25 Eng lis h Advanced settings The default login for the advanced settings page is admin with the password 123456 . Console The Console page gives you access to a variety of status and control features to adjust the projection settings. From this page, you can view projection status;

27 Eng lis h Configure The Configure page allows you to change a variety of settings. General Settings You can check Enter the projector ID to start projecting to ensure that only people in the room are able to access the projector. You can also select who can connect to the Internet via the project...

31 Eng lis h Alert Setting Logout Click Logout to return to the download page.

33 Eng lis h Crestron control tool When you open your Internet browser, you will find a Crestron link on the Acer Projector Gateway Web Management main page. Tap the link to open an interactive Flash-based webpage. Main page You can control the projector from the easy-to-use interface, adjusting the...

34 English Tools You can view projector IP information here, modify networking settings and set up a password if desired. Info You can find projector information easily on this page and add information to help you manage each projector.

35 Eng lis h Mac Utility for Mac OS 1 You can project a Mac screen via WPS-Pro. 2 Obtain the installation program from the CD or download from the main webpage. Please refer to page 7. 3 Make sure your personal firewall allows the WPS-Pro software to pass through. A WPS-Pro shortcut will be created ...

37 Eng lis h Compact and full user interface Presentation mode Video mode Icon Description Project desktop screen to full-screen or split-screen. Full-screen projection. Project to Split #1. Project to Split #2. Project to Split #3. Project to Split #4. Pause projecting. Stop projecting. Zoom. Proje...

39 Eng lis h Contact IT help If you encounter any problems, you can use this message window in the upper-right corner of the page to communicate in real time with the Helpdesk.

40 English Multimedia Introduction The Acer multimedia support offers easier projection without a PC or multimedia player connected. Through USB type A slot, you can easily access PtG (please refer to PtG on page 42) and JPG photo files. This function is supported through the projector source USB A....

41 Eng lis h Control panel and remote control Icon Component Description RESYNC Back or stop function in multimedia controls. SOURCE Enter or play under certain control conditions. Back Up one data folder level. Enter Confirms item selection. MENU Goes back or stops in multimedia controls. Direction...

42 English Presentation to Go If you sent the projector source to USB A, you will see the screen as shown below. PtG Click to access PtG files. You can use PtG converter (please refer to Using the PtG converter on page 21) to convert files from PowerPoint format to PtG format, which allows you to pr...

43 Eng lis h Note: The photo file size must be smaller than 10 MB, and the resolution under 8192 x 6144 pixels. Supports playback of JPG images with EXIF information. Setup Adjust display settings.

44 English Remote Desktop Introduction Remote Desktop is a handy remote access feature which allows you to seamlessly control your computer from an Acer Projector when in the meeting room. You can operate your computer via the projector using the remote control via a standard USB keyboard and mouse....

45 Eng lis h Display over USB Introduction Display over USB (DoUSB) projection is an easy-to-use function to project a computer’s screen using a single USB cable (USB type A to mini USB) without needing any drivers. If you unplug the USB cable, the projector will stop projecting and revert to standb...

46 English the same optimum projection resolution will be implemented. • If the current resolution setting of the NB/PC is larger than the current projector resolution, APG will change the PC's resolution to match the projector for better performance. Operating system compatibility The DoUSB functio...

47 Eng lis h Feature table Model name S5201M/S5201B/S5301WM/ S5301WB U5200/U5300W LAN/WiFi I/O WiFi -- RJ45 Ethernet Jack V V Audio Out (Mini Jack) -- -- USB Type A X2 X2 USB Type B X1 X1 SD Card Slot -- -- Reset Button -- -- Status LED -- -- Antenna Jack -- -- Features Application (Network, PC &...

49 Eng lis h 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. Problems and Solution # Problem Solution 1 The projector stops responding to all controls If...

50 English Frequently asked questions • How do I configure the network? Auto-Configuration Network Setup: The default setting of the APG is as a DHCP client. When the APG is connected to a LAN that already has a DHCP server present, the APG takes the IP address assigned to it by the server. When the...