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...countries. is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either trademarks or registered trademarks of your projector. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in any proprietary interest in...DLP logo are trademarks of these materials in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. Model M410HD December 2009 Rev. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for...
...countries. is subject to change without the written permission of Dell Inc.; Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either trademarks or registered trademarks of your projector. All rights reserved. Trademarks used in any proprietary interest in...DLP logo are trademarks of these materials in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. disclaims any manner whatsoever without notice. © 2009 Dell Inc. Model M410HD December 2009 Rev. CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for...
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... Dell Projector 5 About Your Projector 6 2 Connecting Your Projector 8 Connecting to a Computer 9 Connecting a Computer Using a VGA Cable 9 Connecting a DVD Player 10 Connecting a DVD Player Using an S-video Cable . . . 10 Connecting a DVD Player Using a Composite Video Cable 11 Connecting a DVD Player Using a Component Video Cable 12 Connecting a DVD Player Using an HDMI Cable. . . . . . 13 3 Using Your Projector...
... Dell Projector 5 About Your Projector 6 2 Connecting Your Projector 8 Connecting to a Computer 9 Connecting a Computer Using a VGA Cable 9 Connecting a DVD Player 10 Connecting a DVD Player Using an S-video Cable . . . 10 Connecting a DVD Player Using a Composite Video Cable 11 Connecting a DVD Player Using a Component Video Cable 12 Connecting a DVD Player Using an HDMI Cable. . . . . . 13 3 Using Your Projector...
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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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1 Your Dell Projector Your projector comes with all the items, and contact Dell™ if anything is missing. Ensure that you have all the items shown below. Package Contents Power cable 1.8m VGA cable (VGA to VGA) Carrying case Remote control CD User's Guide & Documentation AAA Batteries (2) Your Dell Projector 5
1 Your Dell Projector Your projector comes with all the items, and contact Dell™ if anything is missing. Ensure that you have all the items shown below. Package Contents Power cable 1.8m VGA cable (VGA to VGA) Carrying case Remote control CD User's Guide & Documentation AAA Batteries (2) Your Dell Projector 5
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... to fail and the projector will automatically shutdown. 3 Ensure that generate a lot of dust. About Your Projector Top View 1 6 ...projector in a well-ventilated area. 4 Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on the projector. 5 Ensure the projector... operates between ambient temperatures (5ºC to 35ºC). 6 Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet as it can become very hot after the projector... has been turned on or immediately after it is an excessive amount of heat. 2 Do not use the projector near appliances that the projector...
... to fail and the projector will automatically shutdown. 3 Ensure that generate a lot of dust. About Your Projector Top View 1 6 ...projector in a well-ventilated area. 4 Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on the projector. 5 Ensure the projector... operates between ambient temperatures (5ºC to 35ºC). 6 Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet as it can become very hot after the projector... has been turned on or immediately after it is an excessive amount of heat. 2 Do not use the projector near appliances that the projector...
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Your Dell Projector 7 NOTE: For more information, see the Safety Information that is shipped with your eyes. 8 Do not place any objects near or in front of the projector or cover its lens while the projector is on as the heat may cause injury to melt or burn. 7 Do not look into the lens while the projector is on as it may cause the object to your projector.
Your Dell Projector 7 NOTE: For more information, see the Safety Information that is shipped with your eyes. 8 Do not place any objects near or in front of the projector or cover its lens while the projector is on as the heat may cause injury to melt or burn. 7 Do not look into the lens while the projector is on as it may cause the object to your projector.
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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 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. 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.
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You can purchase the S-Video extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. 10 Connecting Your Projector Connecting a DVD Player Connecting a DVD Player Using an S-video Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 S-video cable NOTE: The S-video cable is not shipped with your projector.
You can purchase the S-Video extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. 10 Connecting Your Projector Connecting a DVD Player Connecting a DVD Player Using an S-video Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 S-video cable NOTE: The S-video cable is not shipped with your projector.
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Connecting a DVD Player Using a Composite Video Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 Composite video cable NOTE: The Composite Video cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the Composite Video Extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. Connecting Your Projector 11
Connecting a DVD Player Using a Composite Video Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 Composite video cable NOTE: The Composite Video cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the Composite Video Extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. Connecting Your Projector 11
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You can purchase the VGA to Component Video cable is not shipped with your projector. Connecting a DVD Player Using a Component Video Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 VGA to Component Video cable NOTE: The VGA to Component Video Extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. 12 Connecting Your Projector
You can purchase the VGA to Component Video cable is not shipped with your projector. Connecting a DVD Player Using a Component Video Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 VGA to Component Video cable NOTE: The VGA to Component Video Extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. 12 Connecting Your Projector
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Connecting a DVD Player Using an HDMI Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 HDMI cable NOTE: The HDMI cable is not shipped with your projector. Connecting Your Projector 13
Connecting a DVD Player Using an HDMI Cable 1 2 1 Power cord 2 HDMI cable NOTE: The HDMI cable is not shipped with your projector. Connecting Your Projector 13
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...pressed. 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. NOTE: The "Press Power Button to Turn off Projector" message will appear on page 21 to locate the Source button. The cooling fans continue to operate for instructions to connect your source to... the projector using the appropriate cable. For information about connecting the projector, see "Connecting Your Projector" on page 8. 3 Press the Power button (see "Using the Control Panel" on page 18 ...
...pressed. 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. NOTE: The "Press Power Button to Turn off Projector" message will appear on page 21 to locate the Source button. The cooling fans continue to operate for instructions to connect your source to... the projector using the appropriate cable. For information about connecting the projector, see "Connecting Your Projector" on page 8. 3 Press the Power button (see "Using the Control Panel" on page 18 ...
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... 0 to 9.5 degree) 3 Tilt adjustment wheel Using Your Projector 15 NOTE: Before you turn on the projector again, wait for 1 second while the projector's cooling fans are still running. Lowering the Projector Height 1 Press the Elevator button. 2 Lower the projector, and then release the button to lock the elevator foot ...into position. 3 Use the tilt adjustment wheel to fine-tune the display angle. 3 To power off the projector quickly, press the Power button and hold for 60 seconds to allow the internal temperature to stabilize. 4 Disconnect the power cord from ...
... 0 to 9.5 degree) 3 Tilt adjustment wheel Using Your Projector 15 NOTE: Before you turn on the projector again, wait for 1 second while the projector's cooling fans are still running. Lowering the Projector Height 1 Press the Elevator button. 2 Lower the projector, and then release the button to lock the elevator foot ...into position. 3 Use the tilt adjustment wheel to fine-tune the display angle. 3 To power off the projector quickly, press the Power button and hold for 60 seconds to allow the internal temperature to stabilize. 4 Disconnect the power cord from ...
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Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus CAUTION: To avoid damaging the projector, ensure that the zoom lens and elevator foot are fully retracted before moving the projector or placing the projector in and out. 2 Rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector focuses at distances ranging between 3.28 ft to 39.37 ft (1 m to zoom in its carrying case. 1 Rotate the zoom tab to 12 m). 1 2 1 Zoom tab 2 Focus ring 16 Using Your Projector
Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus CAUTION: To avoid damaging the projector, ensure that the zoom lens and elevator foot are fully retracted before moving the projector or placing the projector in and out. 2 Rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector focuses at distances ranging between 3.28 ft to 39.37 ft (1 m to zoom in its carrying case. 1 Rotate the zoom tab to 12 m). 1 2 1 Zoom tab 2 Focus ring 16 Using Your Projector
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Adjusting Projection Image Size 361"(916.94 cm) Projector to screen distance 39.37'(12.0m) 29.53'(9.0m) 22.97'(7.0m) 16.40'(5.0m) 9.84'(3.0m) (833238.1"2 cm) 270"(685.80 cm) (622446.8"4 cm) 210"(533.40 cm) (418951.1"4 cm) 150"(381.00 cm) (314377.9"8 cm) (20882."28 cm) 90"(288.60cm) 30"(76.20 cm) 27.2" (69.09 cm) 3.28'(1.0m) Using Your Projector 17
Adjusting Projection Image Size 361"(916.94 cm) Projector to screen distance 39.37'(12.0m) 29.53'(9.0m) 22.97'(7.0m) 16.40'(5.0m) 9.84'(3.0m) (833238.1"2 cm) 270"(685.80 cm) (622446.8"4 cm) 210"(533.40 cm) (418951.1"4 cm) 150"(381.00 cm) (314377.9"8 cm) (20882."28 cm) 90"(288.60cm) 30"(76.20 cm) 27.2" (69.09 cm) 3.28'(1.0m) Using Your Projector 17
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Using the Control Panel 1 2 3 10 9 8 4 5 6 7 18 Using Your Projector Screen (Diagonal) Min. 30" (76.20 cm) 27.2" (69.09 cm) 90" 150" 210" 270" 361" (288.60cm) (381.00 cm) (533.40 cm) (685....
Using the Control Panel 1 2 3 10 9 8 4 5 6 7 18 Using Your Projector Screen (Diagonal) Min. 30" (76.20 cm) 27.2" (69.09 cm) 90" 150" 210" 270" 361" (288.60cm) (381.00 cm) (533.40 cm) (685....
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...to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to synchronize the projector to the input source. Using Your Projector 19 For more information, see "Turning Your Projector On" on page 14 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on -screen display (OSD) is displayed. 6 IR Receiver Point the ... 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...
...to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to synchronize the projector to the input source. Using Your Projector 19 For more information, see "Turning Your Projector On" on page 14 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on -screen display (OSD) is displayed. 6 IR Receiver Point the ... 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...
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... / Source 10 Enter Press to navigate through Analog RGB, Composite, Component (YPbPr via VGA), HDMI, and S-video sources when multiple sources are connected to the projector. Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to toggle through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to navigate... through the OSD. Press to activate the OSD. Press to confirm the selection item. 20 Using Your Projector Use the directional keys and the Menu button to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the...
... / Source 10 Enter Press to navigate through Analog RGB, Composite, Component (YPbPr via VGA), HDMI, and S-video sources when multiple sources are connected to the projector. Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to toggle through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to navigate... through the OSD. Press to activate the OSD. Press to confirm the selection item. 20 Using Your Projector Use the directional keys and the Menu button to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the...
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Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Using Your Projector 21 For more information, see "Turning Your Projector On" on page 14 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on or off. Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to confirm the selection. Using the Remote Control 1 11 2 12 3 4 13 5 14 6 15 7 16 8 17 18 9 19 10 20 1 Power 2 Enter 3 Right 4 Down Turns the projector on page 14.
Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Using Your Projector 21 For more information, see "Turning Your Projector On" on page 14 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on or off. Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to confirm the selection. Using the Remote Control 1 11 2 12 3 4 13 5 14 6 15 7 16 8 17 18 9 19 10 20 1 Power 2 Enter 3 Right 4 Down Turns the projector on page 14.