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Acer XD1170/XD1270/XD1280 Series Projector User Manual
This user's guide covers the Acer XD1170, XD1270 and XD1280 series single-chip DLP projectors. It begins with usage notices and precautions, then lists the package contents and main unit parts and describes the control panel, connection ports and remote control with laser pointer.
The rest of the manual explains connecting the projector, powering it on and off, adjusting the projected image height, zoom, focus and size, and operating the on-screen display menus for color, image, management, audio, timer and language settings. Appendices cover troubleshooting, replacing the lamp, specifications, compatibility modes and regulatory and safety notices.
ACER XD1280 specifications
| Light Valve Technology | Single Chip DLPTM Technology by Texas Instruments |
|---|---|
| Lamp Power (XD1170/XD1270) | 200W User Replaceable Lamp |
| Resolution (XD1170) | 800 pixels(H) X 600 lines(V) |
| Contrast Ratio | 2000 : 1 (Full On/Full Off) |
| Noise Level (Standard Mode) | 31dB(A) (XD1170/XD1270) / 33dB(A) (XD1280) |
| Projection Lens | F/2.7~3.0 f=21.83~23.81mm with 1.1x Manual zoom lens |
| Power Supply | Universal AC input 100-240V; Input Frequency 50/60Hz |
Source: Acer XD1170/XD1270/XD1280 Series Projector User Manual
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Questions answered in these manuals
What happens when the lamp reaches the end of its life?
The projector will not turn back on until the lamp module has been replaced, and it may make a loud popping sound when it burns out.
From: Acer XD1170/XD1270/XD1280 Series Projector User Manual
When should I reset the Lamp Hour Reset function?
You should reset the function from the On Screen Display Management menu after replacing the lamp module.
From: Acer XD1170/XD1270/XD1280 Series Projector User Manual
What is the resolution of the XD1170 compared with the XD1270 and XD1280?
The XD1170 series has true SVGA 800 x 600 addressable pixels, while the XD1270 and XD1280 series have true XGA 1024 x 768 addressable pixels.
From: Acer XD1170/XD1270/XD1280 Series Projector User Manual
What should I do after replacing the lamp module?
Reset the "Lamp Hour Reset" function from the On Screen Display "Management" menu after replacing the lamp module.
From: Acer XD1170/XD1270/XD1280 Series Projector User Manual