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Copyr�ght © 2011. Acer Incorporated.All R�ghts Reserved.

Acer Projector C120 Ser�es User's Gu�deOr�g�nal Issue: 9/2011

Changes may be made per�od�cally to the �nformat�on �n th�s publ�cat�on w�thout obl�gat�on to not�fy any person of such rev�s�ons or changes. Such changes w�ll be �ncorporated �n new ed�t�ons of th�s manual or supplementary documents and publ�cat�ons. Th�s 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, ser�al number, purchase date and place of purchase �nformat�on �n the space prov�ded below. The ser�al number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your projector. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the ser�al number, model number and purchase �nformat�on.

No part of th�s publ�cat�on may be reproduced, stored �n a retr�eval system, or transm�tted, �n any form or by any means, electron�cally, mechan�cally, by photocopy, record�ng or otherw�se, w�thout the pr�or wr�tten perm�ss�on of Acer Incorporated.

Acer Projector C120 Ser�es

Model number: _______________________________________ Ser�al number: _______________________________________ Date of purchase: _____________________________________ Place of purchase: ____________________________________

Acer and the Acer logo are reg�stered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other compan�es' product names or trademarks are used here�n for identification purposes only and belong to their respective companies.

• Do not use th�s product near water.• Do not place th�s product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, �t could be ser�ously damaged.• Slots and open�ngs are prov�ded for vent�lat�on to ensure rel�able operat�on of the product and to protect �t from overheat�ng.

These open�ngs must not be blocked or covered. The open�ngs should never be blocked by plac�ng the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other s�m�lar surface.

• Th�s product should never be placed near or over a rad�ator or heat reg�ster, or �n a bu�lt-�n �nstallat�on unless proper vent�lat�on �s prov�ded.

• Never push objects of any k�nd �nto th�s product through cab�net slots as they may touch dangerous voltage po�nts or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.

• To avo�d damage of �nternal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not place the product on a v�brat�ng surface. • Never use �t under sport�ng, exerc�s�ng, or any v�brat�ng env�ronment wh�ch w�ll probably cause unexpected short current or

damage rotor dev�ces.

Information for your safety and comfortRead these �nstruct�ons carefully. Keep th�s document for future reference. Follow all warn�ngs and �nstruct�ons marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Caution for plug as disconnecting device Observe the follow�ng gu�del�nes when connect�ng and d�sconnect�ng power to the external power supply un�t:

• Install the power supply un�t before connect�ng the power cord to the AC power outlet.• Unplug the power cord before remov�ng the power supply un�t from the projector.• If the system has mult�ple sources of power, d�sconnect power from the system by unplugg�ng all power cords from the power

suppl�es.

Caution for AccessibilityBe 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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Warning:

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Product servicingDo not attempt to serv�ce th�s product yourself, as open�ng or remov�ng covers may expose you to dangerous voltage po�nts or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel when:• the power cord or plug �s damaged, cut or frayed• liquid was spilled into the product• the product was exposed to ra�n or water• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged• the product exh�b�ts a d�st�nct change �n performance, �nd�cat�ng a need for serv�ce• the product does not operate normally after follow�ng the operat�ng �nstruct�ons

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Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operat�ng �nstruct�ons, s�nce �mproper 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-compl�ant parts when add�ng or chang�ng components. Consult your reseller for purchase opt�ons. Your dev�ce and �ts enhancements may conta�n small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small ch�ldren.

Additional safety information

• Do not look �nto the projector's lens when the l�ght �s on. The br�ght may hurt your eyes.• Turn on the projector first and then signal sources• Do not place the product �n follow�ng env�ronments:

• Space that is poorly ventilated or confined. At least 50cm clearance from walls and free flow of air around the projector is necessary. • Locat�ons where temperatures may become excess�vely h�gh, such as �ns�de of a car w�th all w�ndows rolled up.• Locat�ons where excess�ve hum�d�ty, dust, or c�garette smoke may contam�nate opt�cal components, shorten�ng the l�fe span and

darken�ng the �mage.• Locations near fire alarms.• Locat�ons w�th an amb�ent temperature above 40 ºC/104 ºF.• Locat�ons where the alt�tudes are h�gher than 10000 feet.

• Unplug �mmed�ately �f there �s someth�ng wrong w�th your projector. Do not operate �f smoke, strange no�se 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 us�ng th�s product to break or drop �t. In th�s case contact your dealer for �nspect�on.• Do not face the projector lens to the sun. It can lead to fire.• Do not frequrntly turn off the mail power abruptly or unplug the projector during operation. • Clean the air filter frequently if have. The temperature inside may rise and cause damage when the filter/ventilation slots clogged with

d�rt or dust.• Do not block the projector lens w�th any object when the projector �s under operat�on as th�s could cause the object to become heated

and deformed or even cause a fire.• Do not attempt to d�sassemble th�s projector. There are dangerous h�gh voltages �ns�de wh�ch may hurt you. Refer serv�c�ng only to

suitable qualified professional service personnel.• Do not stand the projector on end vert�cally. It may cause the projector to fall over, caus�ng �njury or damage.

Caution for ListeningTo protect your hear�ng, follow these �nstruct�ons.

• Increase the volume gradually unt�l you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not �ncrease the volume level after your ears have adjusted.• Do not l�sten to mus�c at h�gh volumes for extended per�ods.• Do not �ncrease the volume to block out no�sy surround�ngs.• Decrease the volume �f you can't hear people speak�ng near you.

Disposal instructionsDo not throw th�s electron�c dev�ce �nto the trash when d�scard�ng. To m�n�m�ze pollut�on and ensure utmost protect�on of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visithttp://www.acer-group.com/publ�c/Susta�nab�l�ty/susta�nab�l�ty01.htm

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Regulations and safety notices

FCC noticeThis 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 l�m�ts are des�gned to prov�de reasonable protect�on aga�nst harmful �nterference �n a res�dent�al �nstallat�on. Th�s dev�ce generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to rad�o commun�cat�ons.However, there �s no guarantee that �nterference w�ll not occur �n a part�cular �nstallat�on. If th�s dev�ce does cause harmful �nterference to rad�o or telev�s�on recept�on, wh�ch can be determ�ned by turn�ng the dev�ce off and on, the user �s encouraged to try to correct the �nterference by one or more of the follow�ng measures:

• Reor�ent or relocate the rece�v�ng antenna.• Increase the separat�on between the dev�ce and rece�ver.• Connect the dev�ce �nto an outlet on a c�rcu�t d�fferent from that to wh�ch the rece�ver �s connected. • Consult the dealer or an exper�enced rad�o/telev�s�on techn�c�an for help.

Notice: Shielded cablesAll connect�ons to other comput�ng dev�ces must be made us�ng sh�elded cables to ma�nta�n compl�ance w�th FCC regulat�ons.

Notice: Peripheral devicesOnly 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. CautionChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Commun�cat�ons Comm�ss�on, to operate th�s dev�ce.

Operation conditionsThis 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 operat�on.

Notice: Canadian usersTh�s Class B d�g�tal apparatus compl�es w�th Canad�an ICES-003.

Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiensCet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesAcer 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

Radio device regulatory notice....................................................................................................

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

GeneralThis 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 �nformat�on

Operat�on �s subject to the follow�ng two cond�t�ons: 1. Th�s dev�ce may not cause �nterference, and 2. Th�s dev�ce must accept any �nterference, �nclud�ng �nterference that may cause undes�red operat�on of the dev�ce.

b. Operat�on �n 2.4 GHz band To prevent rad�o �nterference to the l�censed serv�ce, th�s dev�ce �s �ntended to be operated �ndoors and �nstallat�on outdoors �s subject to l�cens�ng.

List of applicable countriesTh�s dev�ce must be used �n str�ct accordance w�th the regulat�ons and constra�nts �n the country of use. For further �nformat�on, 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.

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First things first

Usage Notes Do:

• Turn off the product before clean�ng.• Use a soft cloth mo�stened w�th m�ld detergent to clean the d�splay hous�ng.• D�sconnect the power plug from AC outlet �f the product �s not be�ng used for a long per�od of t�me.

Don't:• Use abras�ve cleaners, waxes or solvents to clean the un�t.• Use under the follow�ng cond�t�ons:

• In extremely hot, cold or hum�d env�ronments.• In areas suscept�ble to excess�ve dust and d�rt.• Near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.• Place In d�rect sunl�ght.

PrecautionsFollow all warn�ngs, precaut�ons and ma�ntenance as recommended �n th�s user's gu�de to max�m�ze the l�fe of your un�t.

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Warning! • Do not look �nto the projector's lens when the l�ght �s on. The br�ght 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 d�sassemble the product as th�s may cause electr�c shock.• Turn on the projector first and then the signal sources.

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USB 3.0

Projector Power adaptor w�th AC Plug USB Y-cable

# Descr�pt�on # Descr�pt�on1 DC IN connector 4 Focus D�al2 USB 3.0 M�cro B type 5 Foot Stand3 Lens

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USB 3.0

IntrductionProduct Overview

Package OverviewTh�s projector comes w�th all the �tems shown below. Check to make sure your un�t �s complete. Contact your dealer �mmed�ately �f any th�ng �s m�ss�ng.

P/N:MU.JE000.001

C120 Series

USB 3.0

Pouch User's Gu�de Qu�ck start gu�de

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How to use the AC adater plugGetting Started

# Descr�pt�on1 Power adaptor w�th AC Plug

2 USB Y-cable

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Note: To ensure the projector works well w�th your computer, please make sure the t�m�ng of the d�splay mode �s compat�blew�th the projector.

Connect the USB connector to your computer and plug the USB connector to the projector. If you want a br�ghter d�splay, use power adapter or plug two USB connector to your computer.

...................................................................................................Note: It �s recommended to use power adapter to get best br�ghtness.Note: If no power adapter, �t �s recommended to plug �n USB 3.0 �f have or plug the two USB connectors on the same s�de of the computer to get the best performance. Please make sure that your computer �s capable of supplying suffi cient current through the USB ports.Note: If only one USB ports ava�lable, use the Master USB connector.Note: Recommend to plug 2 USB port �f not acer notebook.Note: Only support computer to l�nk one C120.

Connecting the Projector

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# Descr�pt�on1 Insert the plug. (illustration #1~3)

2 Change the plug. (illustration #4~6)

USB 3.0

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Minimum System Requirements:• Core 2 Duo 2.0Ghz• 2GB DDR SDRAM

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Note: Video playback is not recommended when using netbook or CULV notebook (CPU power limitation).Note: Dual-core notebook or above �s recommended �f you want a smooth v�deo playback.Note: USB bandwidth is depended on USB 3.0 or 2.0 specification.

Supported OS:• W�ndows XP Home or Profess�onal 32-b�t Serv�ce Pack 3 or later• Windows Vista 32- and 64-bit Service Pack 2 or later• Windows 7 32- and 64-bit.

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Note: Mac OS and Andro�d OS are not supported.

Display over USBUSB project�on �s an easy-to-use funct�on to project a NB/PC’s screen by s�ngle USB cable w�thout need�ng any dr�vers. C120 prov�des both USB3.0 project�on and USB2.0 project�on.

When you first plug in your projector, NB/PC will detect C120 automat�cally and follow the onscreen �nstruct�on to �nstall the appl�cat�on – Acer D�splayPal. Run dlusb_launcherC120.exe and then your NB/PC screen w�ll be projected out v�a C120. Enjoy your USB project�on.

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Note: Make sure Auto Run funct�on �s enabled. If not, please enable manually.Tap r�ght button of mouse to open folder and run dlusb_launcherC120.exe.

Acer D�splayPal w�ll be d�splayed as tray �con, you w�ll see “C120 detected” once C120 �s ready to use.

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Note: Please use C120 after NB/PC has finish OS start/restart procedure.Note: Ensure that you have adm�n�strator-level perm�ss�on on your NB/PC.Note: You may see pop-up message w�ndow of ant�-v�rus appl�cat�on to ask you �f execute C120.Note: It �s recommended that you don’t use other USB devices (External Optical drive, External HDD device, charging your mobile phone/devices) when us�ng the USB projector.Note: Don’t support USB project�on �f D�rectX PC games.

Turn Off the ProjectorWhen you have finished using the projector, unplugging the USB Y-cable from your computer.

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Display Mode

Acer DisplayPalTap tray �con of Acer D�splayPal �f you want to adjust sett�ng.

You can choose Mirror mode or 800x600 mode to display. 800x600 is default setting.

Power ModeYou can choose Auto Power mode and ECO mode. Auto Power �s default.

Refer to below table to choose the su�table one.

Power Mode Used USB port Total Power (reference)

Br�ghtness rank�ng by ★ Br�ghtness

(unit: lm)Remark

Auto Adapter NA 20W ★★★★★★★Recommended by power adapter

USB 3.0 x 1 (Master) 1 port, USB 3.0 x 1 9W ★★★★★★No adapter, NB w�th USB 3.0 port

USB 2.0 x 2 2 ports, USB 2.0 x 2 7W ★★★★★No adapter, NB w�th USB 2.0 port only

USB 2.0 x 1 (Master) 1 port, USB 2.0 x 1 4W~7W ★★★★ Depended on USB power

Eco Adapter NA 12W ★★★★★★ Recommended w�th s�lence

USB 3.0 x 1 (Master) 1 port, USB 3.0 x 1 4.5W ★★ Depended on USB power

USB 2.0 x 2 2 ports, USB 2.0 x 2 4W ★★ Depended on USB power

USB 2.0 x 1 (Master) 1 port, USB 2.0 x 1 4W ★★ Depended on USB power

AboutAbout : vers�on �nformat�on of Acer D�splayPal.

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How to Optimize Image Size and Distance

screen size

27" <B>

screen size

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Height:34cm<C>

<A>1.0 mDesired Distance

Des�redD�stance

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Screen S�ze Top <C>D�agonal

(inch)<B>

W x H(cm)

From base to top of �mage

(cm) 0.37 10 22 x 12 120.5 14 30 x 17 171.0 27 61 x 34 341.5 41 91 x 51 512.0 55 121 x 68 682.5 68 152 x 85 853.0 82 182 x 102 1023.5 96 212 x 119 119

3.65 100 221 x 124 124

Choose the appropr�ate d�stance for your need. After �nstallat�on, you can now enjoy your USB project�on.

TroubleshootingAppendices

Some solut�ons to problems that you may encounter:

Specifi cations

Project�on System DLP® We�ght 176 gResolut�on Native WVGA (854 x 480)

D�mens�ons 110 x 85 x 25 mm(4.3" x 3.3" x 0.98")D�splayable Colors 16.7 Million Colors

Vertical Refresh Scan Rate 25 Hz to 86 Hz Input Interface DC IN x 1

USB 3.0 M�cro B type x 1 Hor�zontal Scan Rate 30 KHz to 100 KHz

Power Supply40W AC adapter (19V/2.54A, 100V ~ 240V AC)USB Power (type A) from NBProject�on Lens F = 1.87, f = 11.00mm

Manual FocusProject�on Screen S�ze 10" (25 cm) ~ 100" (365 cm)

Power Consumpt�on 23 W (maximum) by AC adapterAspect Rat�o 16:9 (Native), 4:3

Throw Rat�o 55"@2 m (1.65:1)

Standard Accessor�es

AC adapter w�th AC plug x 1USB Y-cable x 1Pouch x 1 User's Guide (CD-ROM) x1 Qu�ck start gu�de x1

Operat�ng Temperature 5ºC ~ 35ºC / 41ºF ~ 95ºFOperat�ng Hum�d�ty 35 ~ 80%RHComputer Compat�b�l�ty Windows XP/Vista/Win7

# Problem Solut�on1 No �mage apprears on-screen • Make sure the USB cables are correctly and securely connected.

• Make sure that your computer �s turned on.• Please check to plug Master USB connector.• Recommend to use power adapter �f not acer notebook.

2 Image �s out of focus • Adjust the focus d�al.• Adjust the d�stance from the screen to su�t your v�ew�ng needs.

3 Image �s too small or too large • Move the projector closer or further away from the screen.4 Image is fl ickering • Adjust power mode because USB power �s not enough. Follow on-screen

�ntruct�on to adjust.• USB power adapter �n the market �s for reference.

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VGA Analog - PC Signal

Mode Resolut�on V.Frequency (Hz)

H.Frequency[KHz]

SVGA 800 x 600 60 37.9

XGA 1024 x 768 60 48.4

SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 64.0

QuadVGA 1280 x 960 60 60.0

SXGA+ 1400 x 1050 60 65.3

UXGA 1600 x 1200 60 75.0

Compatibility ModesA. PC 4:3 timing B. PC Wide timing

VGA Analog - PC Signal

Mode Resolut�on V.Frequency (Hz)

H.Frequency[KHz]

WXGA 1280 x 768 60 47.8

WXGA 1280 x 720 60 44.8

WXGA 1280 x 800 60 49.6

WXGA 1024 x 768 60 59.9

WSXGA+ 640 x 480 60 65.3

WSXGA+ 800 x 600 60 67.5

WSXGA+ 1024 x 768 60 47.7