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Using the Control Panel 18 Using the Remote Control 21 Installing the Remote Control Batteries 24 Operating Range With Remote Control 25 Using the On-Screen Display 26 Main Menu 26 AUTO-ADJUST 26 INPUT SELECT 27 PICTURE (in PC Mode 28 PICTURE (in Video Mode 28 DISPLAY (in PC Mode 30 DISPLAY (in Video Mode 31 LAMP 32 SET UP 32 INFORMATION 34 OTHERS 34 4 Troubleshooting Your Projector 41 Guiding Signals 45 Changing the Lamp 47 5 Specifications 49 6 Contacting Dell 53 7 Appendix: Glossary 54 4 Contents
Using the Control Panel 18 Using the Remote Control 21 Installing the Remote Control Batteries 24 Operating Range With Remote Control 25 Using the On-Screen Display 26 Main Menu 26 AUTO-ADJUST 26 INPUT SELECT 27 PICTURE (in PC Mode 28 PICTURE (in Video Mode 28 DISPLAY (in PC Mode 30 DISPLAY (in Video Mode 31 LAMP 32 SET UP 32 INFORMATION 34 OTHERS 34 4 Troubleshooting Your Projector 41 Guiding Signals 45 Changing the Lamp 47 5 Specifications 49 6 Contacting Dell 53 7 Appendix: Glossary 54 4 Contents
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About Your Projector Top View 1 6 Bottom View 8 10 2 3 7 5 4 9 1 Control panel 2 Zoom tab 3 Focus ring 4 Lens 5 Elevator button for height adjustments 6 IR receivers 7 Lens cap 8 Lamp cover 9 Tilt adjustment wheel 10 Elevator foot CAUTION: Safety Instructions 1 Do not use the projector in a well-ventilated area. 4 Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on or immediately after it is an excessive amount of dust. The dust may cause the system to...
About Your Projector Top View 1 6 Bottom View 8 10 2 3 7 5 4 9 1 Control panel 2 Zoom tab 3 Focus ring 4 Lens 5 Elevator button for height adjustments 6 IR receivers 7 Lens cap 8 Lamp cover 9 Tilt adjustment wheel 10 Elevator foot CAUTION: Safety Instructions 1 Do not use the projector in a well-ventilated area. 4 Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on or immediately after it is an excessive amount of dust. The dust may cause the system to...
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2 Connecting Your Projector 1 2 3 4 56 7 9 1 USB remote connector 2 VGA input (D-sub) connector 3 HDMI connector 4 S-video connector 5 Composite video connector 8 6 Audio output connector 7 Audio input connector 8 Security cable slot 9 Power cord connector CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 6. 8 Connecting Your Projector
2 Connecting Your Projector 1 2 3 4 56 7 9 1 USB remote connector 2 VGA input (D-sub) connector 3 HDMI connector 4 S-video connector 5 Composite video connector 8 6 Audio output connector 7 Audio input connector 8 Security cable slot 9 Power cord connector CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 6. 8 Connecting Your Projector
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Connecting to a Computer Connecting a Computer Using a VGA Cable 1 2 3 1 Power cord 2 VGA to VGA cable 3 USB-A to use the Page Up and Page Down features on the remote control. Connecting Your Projector 9 NOTE: The USB cable must be connected if you want to USB-B cable NOTE: The USB cable is not provided with your projector.
Connecting to a Computer Connecting a Computer Using a VGA Cable 1 2 3 1 Power cord 2 VGA to VGA cable 3 USB-A to use the Page Up and Page Down features on the remote control. Connecting Your Projector 9 NOTE: The USB cable must be connected if you want to USB-B cable NOTE: The USB cable is not provided with your projector.
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... Power button light blinks blue until pressed. 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. Turning Your Projector Off NOTICE: Unplug the projector after 5 seconds or you can press the Menu button to clear it. 2 Press the Power button again. The message disappears after properly shutting down as explained in the following procedure. 1 Press the Power button. Change the input source of projector is set to VGA-In. The cooling fans continue to locate the Power button). 4 Turn on the screen. 3 Using...
... Power button light blinks blue until pressed. 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. Turning Your Projector Off NOTICE: Unplug the projector after 5 seconds or you can press the Menu button to clear it. 2 Press the Power button again. The message disappears after properly shutting down as explained in the following procedure. 1 Press the Power button. Change the input source of projector is set to VGA-In. The cooling fans continue to locate the Power button). 4 Turn on the screen. 3 Using...
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... end of usable life • Lamp module is not properly installed • Lamp driver failure • Color wheel failure For more information, see "Troubleshooting Your Projector" on page 41 and "Guiding Signals" on page 45. 2 TEMP warning light If the TEMP amber indicator is on or blinking, one of the following problems could be occurring: • Internal temperature of the projector is displayed. 6 IR Receiver Point the remote control towards the IR receiver and press a button.
... end of usable life • Lamp module is not properly installed • Lamp driver failure • Color wheel failure For more information, see "Troubleshooting Your Projector" on page 41 and "Guiding Signals" on page 45. 2 TEMP warning light If the TEMP amber indicator is on or blinking, one of the following problems could be occurring: • Internal temperature of the projector is displayed. 6 IR Receiver Point the remote control towards the IR receiver and press a button.
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... Source button when the projector is set to Off, you can manually select the input signal. ADVANCED-Press to enable or disable VGA input. NOTE: You cannot disable your projector's input source. VGA-Use and to activate Input Select Advanced menu. Using Your Projector 27 AUTO SOURCE-Select Off (the default) to detect S-Video signal. S-VIDEO-Press to lock the current input signal. HDMI-Use and to detect VGA signal. VGA-Press to enable or disable HDMI input. HDMI-Press to detect HDMI signal. INPUT SELECT The Input Select menu...
... Source button when the projector is set to Off, you can manually select the input signal. ADVANCED-Press to enable or disable VGA input. NOTE: You cannot disable your projector's input source. VGA-Use and to activate Input Select Advanced menu. Using Your Projector 27 AUTO SOURCE-Select Off (the default) to detect S-Video signal. S-VIDEO-Press to lock the current input signal. HDMI-Use and to detect VGA signal. VGA-Press to enable or disable HDMI input. HDMI-Press to detect HDMI signal. INPUT SELECT The Input Select menu...
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... the image. The screen appears cooler at higher color temperatures and warmer at lower color temperatures. The values are only available when input source is activated. See "PICTURE ADVANCED" below. PICTURE ADVANCED Using the Picture Advanced menu, you adjust the settings for NTSC only). SATURATION-Allows you to fully saturated color. The Picture Advanced menu provides the following options: WHITE INTENSITY-Use and to adjust the brightness of color in the Custom mode. COLOR TEMP...
... the image. The screen appears cooler at higher color temperatures and warmer at lower color temperatures. The values are only available when input source is activated. See "PICTURE ADVANCED" below. PICTURE ADVANCED Using the Picture Advanced menu, you adjust the settings for NTSC only). SATURATION-Allows you to fully saturated color. The Picture Advanced menu provides the following options: WHITE INTENSITY-Use and to adjust the brightness of color in the Custom mode. COLOR TEMP...
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...: LAMP MODE-Allows you to reset the lamp timer. LAMP HOUR-Displays the operating hours since the last lamp timer reset. Normal mode operates at a lower power level which may provide longer lamp life, quieter operation, and dimmer luminance output on the screen. LAMP HOUR RESET-Select Yes to select between Normal and ECO mode. LAMP Using the Lamp menu, you to adjust settings for Language, Projector Mode, Keystone, and 3D Display. 32 Using Your Projector SET UP The Set Up menu allows you can adjust the display settings of your projector. ECO Mode operates...
...: LAMP MODE-Allows you to reset the lamp timer. LAMP HOUR-Displays the operating hours since the last lamp timer reset. Normal mode operates at a lower power level which may provide longer lamp life, quieter operation, and dimmer luminance output on the screen. LAMP HOUR RESET-Select Yes to select between Normal and ECO mode. LAMP Using the Lamp menu, you to adjust settings for Language, Projector Mode, Keystone, and 3D Display. 32 Using Your Projector SET UP The Set Up menu allows you can adjust the display settings of your projector. ECO Mode operates...
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...: To capture a full image, ensure the input signal that is connected to activate screen settings. RESET-Select and press to delete the captured picture and set the captured image as wallpaper. MENU TIMEOUT-Allows you want to disable the Menu Lock function and have the OSD disappear, press the Menu button on the screen. SCREEN SETTINGS-Select and press to the projector is 1024 x 768 resolution. The audio settings menu consists of the...
...: To capture a full image, ensure the input signal that is connected to activate screen settings. RESET-Select and press to delete the captured picture and set the captured image as wallpaper. MENU TIMEOUT-Allows you want to disable the Menu Lock function and have the OSD disappear, press the Menu button on the screen. SCREEN SETTINGS-Select and press to the projector is 1024 x 768 resolution. The audio settings menu consists of the...
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... the internal temperature. 36 Using Your Projector Slightly higher acoustic noise is not detected within the delay period, the projector automatically turns on immediately. If an input signal is expected during power saving mode, the projector switches from Power Saving mode to power on . AUDIO INPUT-Select the Audio input source, options are: Audio and HDMI. MUTE-Allows you try to Power Off mode. Its cooling fan will take a longer time to turn on screen showing a 60...
... the internal temperature. 36 Using Your Projector Slightly higher acoustic noise is not detected within the delay period, the projector automatically turns on immediately. If an input signal is expected during power saving mode, the projector switches from Power Saving mode to power on . AUDIO INPUT-Select the Audio input source, options are: Audio and HDMI. MUTE-Allows you try to Power Off mode. Its cooling fan will take a longer time to turn on screen showing a 60...
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... the lens cap is removed and the projector is set to Enable. Go to particular Input Source. For Dell computer, see "Changing the Lamp" on . • Ensure that particular Input Source is turned on page 47). • Use Test Pattern in the Others menu. See Contacting Dell™ on the screen Missing Input Source. If images are not displayed properly, please upgrade the video driver of the test pattern are securely connected. If the problem...
... the lens cap is removed and the projector is set to Enable. Go to particular Input Source. For Dell computer, see "Changing the Lamp" on . • Ensure that particular Input Source is turned on page 47). • Use Test Pattern in the Others menu. See Contacting Dell™ on the screen Missing Input Source. If images are not displayed properly, please upgrade the video driver of the test pattern are securely connected. If the problem...
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... upgrade the video driver of your documentation. For a Dell computer, see your Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click Properties and then select Settings tab. Image has vertical flickering Adjust the frequency in PC Mode only). Problem (continued) Possible Solution (continued) Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image 1 Press the Auto Adjust button on the projector lens. 2 Ensure that the projection screen is within the required distance from the graphics card, please set the resolution...
... upgrade the video driver of your documentation. For a Dell computer, see your Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click Properties and then select Settings tab. Image has vertical flickering Adjust the frequency in PC Mode only). Problem (continued) Possible Solution (continued) Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image 1 Press the Auto Adjust button on the projector lens. 2 Ensure that the projection screen is within the required distance from the graphics card, please set the resolution...
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... adjust the projector mode. Please check the lamp module and ensure that it may burn out and may be disrupted. If the LAMP and TEMP light are blinking amber, the lamp driver has failed and the projector will automatically shut down . The display automatically shuts down . When the lamp reaches its end of the projected image according to input signal format with an Original setting. If the LAMP light is properly installed. If the LAMP light...
... adjust the projector mode. Please check the lamp module and ensure that it may burn out and may be disrupted. If the LAMP and TEMP light are blinking amber, the lamp driver has failed and the projector will automatically shut down . The display automatically shuts down . When the lamp reaches its end of the projected image according to input signal format with an Original setting. If the LAMP light is properly installed. If the LAMP light...
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... (continued) TEMP light is not operating smoothly or works only within a limited range The battery may be low. Try to unlock the OSD. The OSD does not appear on Try to press the Menu button on page 35. If so, replace with 2 new AAA batteries. 44 Troubleshooting Your Projector The remote control is blinking amber A projector fan has failed and the projector will automatically shut down. Check if...
... (continued) TEMP light is not operating smoothly or works only within a limited range The battery may be low. Try to unlock the OSD. The OSD does not appear on Try to press the Menu button on page 35. If so, replace with 2 new AAA batteries. 44 Troubleshooting Your Projector The remote control is blinking amber A projector fan has failed and the projector will automatically shut down. Check if...
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...AMBER Flashing Flashing Troubleshooting Your Projector 45 The projector automatically shuts down . Projector takes some time to shutdown. The projector automatically shuts down . The projector automatically shuts down . Color wheel cannot start. The projector has failed and the projector automatically shuts down . Guiding Signals Projector Status Description Control Buttons Power Menu Others Standby mode Warming up and power on. If the problem persists, contact Dell. Projector in Standby mode. Ready to display an image. Note: The OSD menu is within operational...
...AMBER Flashing Flashing Troubleshooting Your Projector 45 The projector automatically shuts down . Projector takes some time to shutdown. The projector automatically shuts down . The projector automatically shuts down . Color wheel cannot start. The projector has failed and the projector automatically shuts down . Guiding Signals Projector Status Description Control Buttons Power Menu Others Standby mode Warming up and power on. If the problem persists, contact Dell. Projector in Standby mode. Ready to display an image. Note: The OSD menu is within operational...
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.... Troubleshooting Your Projector 47 Replace the lamp when the message "Lamp is approaching the end of your local waste disposal agency for at any of the nearest deposit site. 6 Replace with the new lamp. 7 Tighten the two screws that secure the lamp. 5 Pull the lamp up by its useful life in use. For more information, see www.dell.com/hg. 1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord. 2 Let...
.... Troubleshooting Your Projector 47 Replace the lamp when the message "Lamp is approaching the end of your local waste disposal agency for at any of the nearest deposit site. 6 Replace with the new lamp. 7 Tighten the two screws that secure the lamp. 5 Pull the lamp up by its useful life in use. For more information, see www.dell.com/hg. 1 Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord. 2 Let...
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HDMI input: One HDMI connector for Y/C signal. S-Video input: One standard 4-pin min-DIN S-Video connector for supporting HDMI 1.3. Analog Audio input: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Blue). USB port: One USB slave for CVBS signal. Variable audio output: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Green). OSRAM 165 W user-replaceable lamp (up to 140ºF) Humidity: 90% maximum Power: One AC power socket (3-pin - HDCP compliant. Composite video input: One Yellow RCA jack for remote support. C14 inlet...
HDMI input: One HDMI connector for Y/C signal. S-Video input: One standard 4-pin min-DIN S-Video connector for supporting HDMI 1.3. Analog Audio input: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Blue). USB port: One USB slave for CVBS signal. Variable audio output: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Green). OSRAM 165 W user-replaceable lamp (up to 140ºF) Humidity: 90% maximum Power: One AC power socket (3-pin - HDCP compliant. Composite video input: One Yellow RCA jack for remote support. C14 inlet...
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... approximately 50 percent of a projector lamp will vary according to fail and cease light output. The actual operating life span of the rated lumens for the specified lamp. Specifications 51 Lamp life is not guaranteed in a lamp's shortened operating life span or possible lamp failure. The lamp life rating is defined as the time it takes a lamp to operating conditions and usage patterns. NOTE: The lamp life rating for any way.
... approximately 50 percent of a projector lamp will vary according to fail and cease light output. The actual operating life span of the rated lumens for the specified lamp. Specifications 51 Lamp life is not guaranteed in a lamp's shortened operating life span or possible lamp failure. The lamp life rating is defined as the time it takes a lamp to operating conditions and usage patterns. NOTE: The lamp life rating for any way.
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... Auto-Adjust 28 Display (in PC Mode) 30 Display (in Video Mode) 31 Input Select 27 Lamp 32 Main Menu 26 Others 34 Picture (in PC Mode) 28 Picture (in Video Mode) 28 Set Up 32 P Password 37 phone numbers 53 Power Saving 36 Power Settings 36 Powering On/Off the Projector Powering Off the Projector 14 Powering On the Projector 14 Q Quick Shutdown 36 58 Index R Remote Control 21 IR receiver 19 Reset 35 Reset, Factory 40 S Screen 35 Screen Settings 35 Security Settings 37 Specifications Audio...
... Auto-Adjust 28 Display (in PC Mode) 30 Display (in Video Mode) 31 Input Select 27 Lamp 32 Main Menu 26 Others 34 Picture (in PC Mode) 28 Picture (in Video Mode) 28 Set Up 32 P Password 37 phone numbers 53 Power Saving 36 Power Settings 36 Powering On/Off the Projector Powering Off the Projector 14 Powering On the Projector 14 Q Quick Shutdown 36 58 Index R Remote Control 21 IR receiver 19 Reset 35 Reset, Factory 40 S Screen 35 Screen Settings 35 Security Settings 37 Specifications Audio...