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  • Page 1 Dell™ 1609WX Projector User’s Guide http://www.pureglare.com.au...
  • Page 2 © 2008 Dell Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell ® Inc.; DLP, DLP logo and DarkChip™2 are either trademarks for Texas...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About Your Projector ....About Your Projector ....Connecting Your Projector .
  • Page 4 ..... Contacting Dell ....

  • Page 5: About Your Projector

    Before connecting your projector ensure that all the necessary components are available. Your projector ships with the components shown below. Contact Dell (see Contacting Dell on page 47) if any of the components are missing. Your Dell™ 1609WX projector ships with the following components:...

  • Page 6: About Your Projector

    About Your Projector Control panel Zoom tab Focus ring Lens Elevator button IR receivers CAUTION: Safety Instructions Do not use the projector near appliances that generate a lot of heat. Do not use the projector in areas where there is an excessive amount of dust. The dust may cause the system to fail and projector will automatically shutdown.

  • Page 7: Connecting Your Projector

    VGA - B S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 Remote Dell 1609WX DVI-D input connector VGA-A output (monitor loop-through) VGA-A input (D-sub) connector VGA-B input (D-sub) connector S-video connector Composite video connector Audio input connector Audio output connector...

  • Page 8: Connecting A Computer

    VGA to VGA cable USB to USB cable NOTE: The USB cable is not provided by Dell. NOTE: The USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Next Page and Previous Page features on the remote control.

  • Page 9: Connecting A Computer Using A Dvi-D Cable

    DVI-D cable USB to USB cable NOTE: The USB cable and DVI-D cable are not provided by Dell. NOTE: The USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Next Page and Previous Page features on the remote control.

  • Page 10: Connecting A Computer Using An Rs232 Cable

    S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 VGA - B Remote Power cable RS232 cable NOTE: The RS232 cable is not provided by Dell. You can buy the RS232 cable (6ft) from the Dell website. Connecting Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 11: Monitor Loop-Through Connection Using Vga Cables

    Monitor Loop-Through Connection Using VGA Cables DVI-D In VGA - A VGA - A S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 VGA - B Remote Power cable VGA to VGA cable Connecting Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 12: Connecting A Dvd Player

    VGA - B S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 Remote Power cable S-video cable NOTE: The S-video cable is not provided by Dell. You can buy the S-Video Extension (50ft/100ft) cable from the Dell website. Connecting Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 13: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Composite Cable

    S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 Remote Power cable Composite video cable NOTE: The Composite cable is not provided by Dell. You can buy the Composite Video Extension (50ft/100ft) cable from the Dell website. Connecting Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 14: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Component Cable

    Power cable VGA to YPbPr cable NOTE: The VGA to YPbPr cable is not provided by Dell. You can buy the VGA to YPbPr Extension (50ft/100ft) cable from the Dell website. NOTE: You can connect the component cable to either VGA-A Input or VGA-B Input.

  • Page 15: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Component Cable

    YPbPr to YPbPr cable YPbPr to VGA adapter NOTE: The YPbPr to YPbPr cable and the VGA to YPbPr adapter are not provided by Dell. NOTE: You can connect the component cable to either VGA-A Input or VGA-B Input Connecting Your Projector...

  • Page 16: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Hdmi Cable

    VGA - A VGA - A S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 VGA - B Remote Power cable HDMI cable DVI-D adapter NOTE: The HDMI cable and DVI-D adapter are not provided by Dell. Connecting Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 17: Using Your Projector

    If you have multiple sources connected to the projector, press the Source button on the remote control or control panel to select the desired source. The Dell Logo will continue for 30 seconds while power on. If the "Searching for signal..." message appears on the screen, ensure that the appropriate cables are securely connected.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Projected Image

    NOTE: If you press the Power button while the projector is running, the "Press Power Button to Turn off Projector" message appears on the screen. To clear the message, press the Menu button on the control panel or ignore the message; the message disappears after 5 seconds.

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Projector Zoom And Focus

    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 its carrying case. Rotate the zoom tab to zoom in and out. Rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Projection Image Size

    Adjusting Projection Image Size 359.4"(913.0cm) 269.6"(684.7cm) 209.7"(532.6cm) 149.8"(380.4cm) 89.9"(228.2cm) 30.0 "(76.1cm) 27.3" (69.4cm) 3.3'(1.0m) DVI-D In VGA - A VGA - A VGA - B S-Video In Video In Audio In Audio Out RS-232 Remote Dell 1609WX Using Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 21: Using The Control Panel

    30.0" 89.9" 149.8" 209.7" 269.6" 359.4" Max. (76.1cm) (228.2cm) (380.4cm) (532.6cm) (684.7cm) (913.0cm) Screen (Diagonal) 27.3" 81.9" 136.6" 191.2" 245.8" 327.7" Min. (69.4cm) (208.1cm) (346.8cm) (485.6cm) (624.3cm) (832.4cm) 25.4" X 15.9" 76.2" X 47.6" 127" X 79.4" 177.8" X 111.1" 228.8" X 142.9" 304.8" X 190.5" Max.
  • Page 22 • If the LAMP light is blinking amber, the projector automatically shuts down indicating a system failure. If this problem persists, contact Dell (see Contacting Dell on page 47). TEMP warning light • A solid amber TEMP light indicates that the projector, lamp, or lamp driver are overheated.
  • Page 23 Down / Keystone Allows you to select options from the On Screen adjustment Display (OSD) menu. You can also use the Down button to adjust the image distortion caused by tilting the projector. Menu Allows you to activate the OSD. Use and the Menu button to navigate through the OSD.

  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control 11 11 12 12 13 13 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 19 19 10 10 20 20 LED light LED indicator. Source Press to switch between Digital RGB, Analog RGB, Composite, S-video, Component (YPbPr via VGA).

  • Page 25: Using The On-Screen Display

    17 and Turning Your Projector Off on page 17. 12 Video mode The Dell 1609WX Micro-projector has preset configurations that are optimized for displaying data (PC Graphics) or video (movies, games, etc.). Press the Video Mode button to toggle...

  • Page 26: Main Menu

    adjust the settings. To go back to Main menu, go to Back tab and press the Enter button on the control panel or the remote control. To exit the OSD, go to EXIT tab and press the Enter button or press the Menu button directly on the control panel or the remote control.

  • Page 27: Auto-Adjust

    AUTO-ADJUST Auto Adjust automatically adjusts the projector's FREQUENCY and TRACKING in PC mode. While Auto Adjustment is in progress, the following message appears on the screen, "Auto Adjustment in Progress...". SET UP It includes V. Keystone, Auto Keystone, Projector Mode, Aspect Ratio and Projector Info settings.

  • Page 28: Picture (In Pc Mode)

    – Component cable (720p/1080i/1080p) —Displays the projector model name, the present input source and ROJECTOR projector series number (PPID#). PICTURE (in PC Mode) Using the Picture menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projectors. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Use adjust the brightness of the image.

  • Page 29: Picture (In Video Mode)

    PICTURE (in Video Mode) Using the Picture menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projectors. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Use adjust the brightness of the image. RIGHTNESS —Use to adjust the display contrast. ONTRAST —Allows you to adjust the color temperature. The screen appears OLOR cooler at higher color temperatures and warmer at lower color temperatures.

  • Page 30: Display (In Pc Mode)

    DISPLAY (in PC Mode) Using the Display menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projectors. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Allows you to optimize the projectors display mode: IDEO PC, Movie, sRGB (provides more accurate color representation), Game, and Custom (set your preferred settings).

  • Page 31: Display (In Video Mode)

    —Allows you to change the display data clock frequency to match the REQUENCY frequency of your computer graphics card. If you see a vertical flickering wave, use Frequency control to minimize the bars. This is a coarse adjustment. —Allows you to sybchronize the phase of the display signal with the RACKING graphic card.

  • Page 32: Lamp

    LAMP Using the Lamp menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projectors. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Displays the operating hours since the last lamp timer reset. —Select Yes to set the Power Saving delay period. The delay period is OWER AVING the time you want the projector to wait without an input signal.

  • Page 33: Language

    LANGUAGE The Language menu allows you to set the language for the OSD. Using Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 34: Others

    USTOMIZED CREEN Select YES to capture the screen image as a My Customized logo. This screen replaces all the original screens with the Dell logo. You can recover the default screen by selecting Dell Logo on the pop-up screen. NOTE: To capture a full image, ensure the input signal that is connected to projector is 1280x800 resolution.
  • Page 35 —Allows you to password protect the projector. This security ASSWORD utility enables you to impose a variety of access restrictions to protect your privacy and stop others from tampering with your projector. This means that the projector cannot be used if it is taken without authorization, and thus serves as a theftprevention feature.
  • Page 36 If you have entered incorrect password, you will be given another two chances. After the three invalid attempts, the projector will automatically turn off. NOTE: If you forget your password, contact DELL™ or qualified service personnel. To cancel the password function, select Off and enter the password to disable the function.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Your Projector

    Troubleshooting Your Projector If you experience problems with your projector, see the following troubleshooting tips. If the problem persists, contact Dell. See Contacting Dell on page 47. Problem Possible Solution No image appears on the • Ensure that the lens cap is removed and the screen projector is turned on.
  • Page 38 Press the Auto Adjust button on the remote incorrectly displayed image control or the control panel. If you are using a Dell™ portable computer, set the resolution of the computer to WXGA (1280x800) or XGA (1024 x 768): Right-click the unused portion of your Windows desktop, click Properties and then select Settings tab.
  • Page 39 Unplug the Power cable after 3minutes then turn the display on again. If this problem persists, contact Dell™ (see Contacting Dell on page 47). TEMP light is solid amber The projector has overheated. The display automatically shuts down.
  • Page 40 (continued) (continued) Problem Possible Solution The remote control is not The battery may be low. Check if the LED operating smoothly or works indicator from the remote is too dim. If so, replace only within a limited range with a new CR2032 battery. Troubleshooting Your Projector http://www.pureglare.com.au...

  • Page 41: Changing The Lamp

    If the lamp shatters, remove all broken pieces from the projector and dispose or recycle according to state, local, or federal law. For more information see - www.dell.com/hg. Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp. Pull the lamp up by its metal handle.
  • Page 42 Replace with the new lamp. NOTE: Dell™ may require lamps replaced under warranty to be returned to Dell™. Otherwise, dispose or recycle the lamp. For more information, see Lamp Disposal on page 42. Tighten the two screws that secure the lamp.

  • Page 43: Specifications

    Specifications Light Valve 0.65" WXGA DMD Type A, DarkChip™2 Brightness 2500 ANSI Lumens (Max.) Contrast Ratio 1900:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off) Uniformity 85% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA) Number of Pixels 1280x800 (WXGA) Displayable Color 16.7M colors Color Wheel Speed Projection Lens F-Stop: F/ 2.44~2.58 Focal length, f=21.8~23.8 mm...
  • Page 44 The lamp life specified for Dell's projectors refers to the typical time under non-stressful operating conditions for more than 50% of a sampling population to reduce to approximately 50% of the lamp's rated brightness level.
  • Page 45 Example: Power ON Command (Send low byte firstly) Enter the following code: 0xbe, 0xef, 0x10, 0x05, 0x00, 0xc6, 0xff, 0x11, 0x11, 0x01, 0x00, 0x01 Control Commands List • To view the latest RS232 code, go to the Dell Support site at: support.dell.com. Specifications http://www.pureglare.com.au...
  • Page 46 Compatibility Modes (Analog/Digital) Resolution V. Frequency (Hz) H. Frequency (KHz) 640X480 59.9 31.5 640X480 37.5 640X480 43.3 720X400 70.1 31.5 720X400 37.9 800X600 60.3 37.9 800X600 46.9 800X600 85.1 53.7 848X480 1024X768 48.4 1024X768 1024X768 68.7 1280X720 59.9 44.8 1280X768 59.9 47.8 1280X800...

  • Page 47: Contacting Dell

    Dell product catalog. Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues: Visit support.dell.com.

  • Page 48: Appendix: Glossary

    Appendix: Glossary ANSI L —A standard for measuring the brightness. It is calculated by UMENS dividing a square meter image into nine equal rectangles, measuring the lux (or brightness) reading at the center of each rectangle, and averaging these nine points.
  • Page 49 dB— decibel—A unit used to express relative difference in power or intensity, usually between two acoustic or electric signals, equal to ten times the common logarithm of the ratio of the two levels. Diagonal Screen— A method of measuring the size of a screen or a projected image.
  • Page 50 Reverse Image— Feature that allows you to flip the image horizontally. When used in a normal forward projection environment text, graphics, etc, are backwards. Reverse image is used for rear projection. RGB— Red, Green, Blue— typically used to describe a monitor that requires separate signals for each of the three colors.
  • Page 51 Cable 14 loop-through) 7 Connecting with a Composite VGA-B input (D-sub) connector Cable 13 Connecting with an HDMI Cable 16 Contact Dell 5 Connecting with an S-video Control Panel 21 Cable 12 DVI-D adapter 16 HDMI cable 16 Power cord 8...
  • Page 52 Regulatory 44 Set Up 27 RS232 Protocol 45 Uniformity 43 Video Compatibility 43 Weight 44 phone numbers 47 support Powering On/Off the Projector contacting Dell 47 Powering Off the Projector 17 Powering On the Projector 17 telephone numbers 47 Index http://www.pureglare.com.au...
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting 37 Contact Dell 37 Index http://www.pureglare.com.au...

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