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Dell™ 3100MP Projector User's Guide
The information below is provided by the supplier of the referenced device without independent verification by Dell
and is subject to the
restrictions and
Safety Instructions
About Your Projector
Installation
Using Your Projector
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Regulatory Notices
Contacting Dell
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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  • Page 1 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation; DLP and Texas Instruments are trademarks of Texas Instruments Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation;...
  • Page 2 Back to Contents Page Safety Instructions: Dell™ 3100MP Projector CAUTION Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your projector from potential damage and to ensure your own personal safety: The lamp becomes very hot with use. Do not attempt to replace the lamp after use until the projector has been allowed to cool down for at least 30 minutes, and follow all instructions in "Changing the...
  • Page 3 Back to Contents Page About Your Projector: Dell™ 3100MP Projector Features Equipment Panel Control Main Unit Connection Ports Remote Control With Mouse Function and Laser Pointer Features Single chip 0.7" Texas Instruments DLP™ technology True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels 3.5 lb (1.6 kg) lightweight compact design...
  • Page 4 Y-cable remote control with mouse HDTV/component function and laser pointer batteries (2) Dell 3100MP Projector Dell 3100MP Projector Quick Start Card User's Guide Dell 3100MP Projector Safety and carrying case mini pin to mini pin cable Warranty Guide...
  • Page 5 Enter Source Mute Volume Main Unit panel control speaker power connector zoom ring focus ring zoom lens remote control receiver elevator button Connection Ports remote-mouse input connector...
  • Page 6 HDTV/component video and computer input connector audio input connector composite video connector S-video connector monitor loop-through connector Remote Control With Mouse Function and Laser Pointer light Power button PU button (page up) laser pointer volume controls Mute button Freeze button directional pad R-Sync button Source button...
  • Page 7 Battery Disposal: Your projector remote control uses zinc-manganese batteries. If you need to replace the batteries, see your Dell 3100MP Projector Quick Start Card. Do not dispose of used batteries along with household waste. Contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site.
  • Page 8 Back to Contents Page Installation: Dell™ 3100MP Projector Connecting the Projector Powering On/Off the Projector Adjusting the Projected Image Changing the Lamp Connecting the Projector power cord remote mouse Y-cable D-sub to DVI-I cable Powering On/Off the Projector Powering On the Projector NOTE: Turn on the projector before you turn on the source.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Projected Image

    If the problem persists, contact Dell. 6. If you press the power button while the projector is running, the Power off the lamp? message appears on the screen. To clear the message, press any button on the panel control or ignore the message; the message disappears after 5 seconds.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Projector Zoom And Focus

    elevator button elevator foot tilt adjustment wheel Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus CAUTION: To avoid damaging the projector, ensure that the zoom lens is fully retracted before moving the projector or placing the projector in its carrying case. 1. Rotate the zoom ring to zoom in and out. 2.
  • Page 11: Adjusting Projection Image Size

    zoom ring focus ring Adjusting Projection Image Size Screen Max. 25" 98" 123" 196" 245" 294" (Diagonal) Min. 21" 82" 102" 163" 204" 245" Max. 20.0"X15.0 78.4"X58.8" 98.4"X73.8" 156.8"X117.6" 196"X147" 235.2"X176.4" Screen (WXH) Size Min. 16.8X12.6" 65.6"X49.2" 81.6"X61.2" 130.4"X97.8" 163.2"X122.4" 196.0"X147.0" (WXH) Distance 3.3'...
  • Page 12 7. Reset the lamp by selecting the left Lamp Reset icon in the OSD Management tab. 8. Dell may require that lamps replaced under warranty are returned to Dell. Otherwise, contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest deposit site CAUTION: Do not touch the bulb or the lamp glass at any time.
  • Page 13: Panel Control

    Back to Contents Page Using Your Projector: Dell™ 3100MP Projector Panel Control Remote Control On-Screen Display Panel Control Power "Powering On/Off the Projector." Source Press to choose RGB, Digital RGB, S-video, and composite sources. R-Sync (Resync) Press to synchronize the projector to the input source.
  • Page 14 The Enter button functions as the left mouse button. If the remote control cover is open, use the directional pad to navigate through the tabs. directional pad Enter button laser radiation caution Power "Power On/Off the Projector." Source Press the Source button to choose RGB, Digital RGB, S-video, and composite sources. R-Sync If the remote control cover is open, the R-Sync button synchronizes the projector to the input source.
  • Page 15 Zoom In/Out (Computer Mode Only) Press the In button to digitally magnify an image up to 32 times on the screen. Press the Out button to reduce the zoomed image. This function cannot be used with SXGA+ and UXGA. Freeze Press the Freeze button to temporarily stop video motion.
  • Page 16 Image-I (Computer Mode) Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the image. Press to darken the image. Press to lighten the image. Contrast Controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image. Press to decrease the contrast.
  • Page 17 Image-I (Video Mode) Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the image. Press to darken the image. Press to lighten the image. Contrast Controls the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting the contrast changes the amount of black and white in the image. Press to decrease the contrast.
  • Page 18: Vertical Position

    Image-II (Computer Mode) Frequency Changes the display data frequency to match the frequency of your computer graphic card. If you experience a vertical flickering bar, use the frequency function to make an adjustment. Tracking Synchronizes the signal timing of the display with that of the graphic card. If you experience an unstable or flickering image, use the tracking function to correct it.
  • Page 19: Keystone Correction

    Image-II (Video Mode) Keystone Correction Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector. (± 16 degrees) 16 : 9 / 4 : 3 Select this function to fit your desired aspect ratio type. Color Temp. Adjusts the color temperature setting. The range is from 6500K to 9000K, and the default is 7050K.
  • Page 20 Press to decrease the treble. Press to increase the treble. Bass Controls the lower frequencies of your audio source. Press to decrease the bass. Press to increase the bass. Stereo / Mono Mono : Mono sound effect. Stereo : Stereo sound effect. Mute Select the left icon to mute the volume.
  • Page 21: Signal Type

    The projector turns the image upside down for ceiling-mounted projection. Rear-Ceiling The projector simultaneously reverses and turns the image upside down. You can project from behind a translucent screen with a ceiling-mounted projection. Signal Type Select signal type from RGB, HDTV, and component video sources. Lamp Reminder The Lamp may fail soon! Replacement suggested! message appears on the screen 30 hours before the end of lamp life.
  • Page 22 Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting: Dell™ 3100MP Projector No image appears on the screen Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image The screen does not display your presentation Image is unstable or flickering Image has vertical flickering bar Image is out of focus...
  • Page 23 The screen does not display your presentation If you are using a portable computer, press Image is unstable or flickering Adjust the tracking in the OSD Image-II tab. Change the monitor color setting on your computer. Image has vertical flickering bar Adjust the frequency in the OSD Image-II tab.
  • Page 24 Back to Contents Page Specifications: Dell™ 3100MP Projector Light Valve single-chip DLP™ technology Contrast Ratio 280:1 (Full On/Full Off) Lamp 130-watt, user-replaceable P-VIP lamp Number of Pixels 1024 x 768 Displayable Color 16.7M colors Projection Lens F/2.21–2.47, f=28.55–34.28 mm with 1.2x manual zoom lens Projection Screen Size 21–294 inches (diagonal)
  • Page 25 37.9 37.9 640X400 31.5 31.5 640X480 37.9 37.9 640X480 37.5 37.5 640X480 43.3 43.3 640X480 31.5 31.5 720X400 37.9 37.9 720X400 800X600 35.2 35.2 SVGA 800X600 37.9 37.9 SVGA 800X600 48.1 48.1 SVGA 800X600 46.9 46.9 SVGA 800X600 53.7 53.7 SVGA 43.4 35.5...
  • Page 26 Back to Contents Page Regulatory Notices: Dell™ 3100MP Projector Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice (U.S. Only) FCC Declaration of Conformity CE Declaration of Conformity for a Class B Digital Device Canadian Regulatory Information (Canada Only) EN 55022 Compliance (Czech Republic Only)
  • Page 27 Manufacturer's Address: No 11, Li Hsing Rd, Scienced-Based Industrial Park, Hsinchu, Taiwan Importer's Address: Dell Computer de Mexico, Paseo de la Reforma 2620, 11th Floor Col. Lomas Altas Dell Product Mexico DF CP 11950 Type of Equipment: DLP Projector Model Number(s): 3100MP...
  • Page 28 Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell Computer Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
  • Page 29 MIC Notice (South Korea Only) B Class Device Please note that this device has been approved for nonbusiness purposes and may be used in any environment, including residential areas. Polish Center for Testing and Certification Notice The equipment should draw power from a socket with an attached protection circuit (a three-prong socket). All equipment that works together (computer, monitor, printer, and so on) should have the same power supply source.
  • Page 30 Mexican standards (NOM) Exporter: Dell Computer Corporation One Dell Way Round Rock, TX 78682 Importer: Dell Computer de México, Paseo de la Reforma 2620, 11th Floor Col. Lomas Altas México DF CP 11950 Ship to: Dell Computer de Mexico, S.A.
  • Page 31: Regulatory Listing

    Supply voltage: > 100–240 VAC Frequency: 50–60 Hz Current consumption: 1.2 A BSMI Notice (Taiwan Only) Regulatory Listing Safety Certifications: UL 1950 CE Mark--EN60950: 1992 + A1 + A2 + A3 NEMKO SEMKO DEMKO FIMKO IEC 950 TUV GS PCBC GOST CCIB IRAM...
  • Page 32 Back to Contents Page...
  • Page 33 Asia and Other Regions Contact Numbers Americas Contact Numbers Overview When you need to contact Dell, use the telephone numbers, codes, and electronic addresses provided in the following sections. "International Dialing Codes" provides the various codes required to make long-distance and international calls.
  • Page 34: Table Of Contents

    International Dialing Codes Click a listed country to obtain the appropriate contact numbers. International Country (City) Access Code Country Code City Code Argentina (Buenos Aires) Australia (Sydney) 0011 Austria (Vienna) Belgium (Brussels) Brazil 0021 Brunei — — Canada (North York, Ontario) —...
  • Page 35: Argentina (Buenos Aires)

    Technical Support, Customer Care toll free: 0800 444 0733 (Buenos Aires) Sales toll free: 0810 444 3355 Tech Support Fax 4515-7139 Customer Care Fax 4515-7139 Website: www.dell.com.ar Barbados General Support 1-800-534-3066 Bermuda General Support 1-800-342-0671 Brazil Customer Support, Technical Support...
  • Page 36 Sales toll free: 0800 90 3390 Website: www.dell.com/br Canada Automated Order-Status System toll free: 1-800-433-9014 (North York, AutoTech (Automated technical support) toll free: 1-800-247-9362 Ontario) Customer Care (From outside Toronto) toll free: 1-800-387-5759 Customer Care (From within Toronto) 758-2400 Customer Technical Support toll free: 1-800-847-4096 Sales (Direct sales—from outside...
  • Page 37 El Salvador General Support 01-889-753-0777 Guatemala General Support 1-800-999-0136 Jamaica General Support 1-800-682-3639 Latin America Customer Technical Support (Austin, 728-4093 Texas, U.S.A.) NOTE: Customers Customer Service (Austin, Texas, 728-3619 in Latin America U.S.A.) call the U.S.A. for sales, customer, Fax (Technical Support and Customer 728-3883 and technical Service)
  • Page 38 1-800-433-9014 (Austin, Texas) AutoTech (For portable and desktop toll free: 1-800-247-9362 computers) Dell Home and Small Business Group (For portable and desktop computers): Customer Technical Support (Return toll free: 1-800-624-9896 Material Authorization Numbers) Customer Technical Support toll free: 1-877-576-3355 (Home sales purchased via www.dell.com)
  • Page 39: Austria (Vienna)

    Desktop and Portable Fee-Based toll free: 1-800-433-9005 Technical Support Sales (Catalogs) toll free: 1-800-426-5150 toll free: 1-800-727-8320 TechFax toll free: 1-800-950-1329 Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of- toll free: 1-877-DELLTTY Hearing, or Speech-Impaired (1-877-335-5889) Switchboard 338-4400 U.S. Virgin General Support...
  • Page 40: Belgium (Brussels)

    Care Home/Small Business Technical Support 795676-04 Preferred Accounts/Corporate Technical 0660-8779 Support Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Belgium (Brussels) Technical Support 481 92 88 Customer Care 481 91 19 Home/Small Business Sales toll free: 0800 16884 Corporate Sales 481 91 00 481 92 99...
  • Page 41: Finland (Helsinki)

    E-mail: den_support@dell.com E-mail Support for Servers: Nordic_server_support@dell.com Finland Technical Support 253 313 60 (Helsinki) Technical Support Fax 253 313 81 Relational Customer Care 253 313 38 Home/Small Business Customer Care 693 791 94 253 313 99 Switchboard 253 313 00 Website: support.euro.dell.com...
  • Page 42: Ireland (Cherrywood)

    06103 766-9420 Large Accounts Customer Care 06103 766-9560 Public Accounts Customer Care 06103 766-9555 Switchboard 06103 766-7000 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell.com Ireland Ireland Technical Support 1850 543 543 (Cherrywood) UK Technical Support (dial number 0870 908 0800 within UK only)
  • Page 43: Luxembourg

    Corporate Technical Support 577 826 90 Customer Care 577 825 55 035 30 Switchboard 577 821 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/it/it/emaildell/ Luxembourg Technical Support (Brussels, Belgium) 481 92 88 Home/Small Business Sales (Brussels, toll free: NOTE: Customers in Belgium) 080016884...
  • Page 44: Poland (Warsaw)

    Switchboard 671 16800 Fax Technical Support (Upplands Vasby, 46 08 590 05 Sweden) Fax Switchboard 671 16865 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: nor_support@dell.com E-mail Support for Servers: Nordic_server_support@dell.com Poland Customer Service Phone 57 95 700 (Warsaw) Customer Care 57 95 999...
  • Page 45 Corporate Technical Support 902 100 130 Customer Care 902 118 546 Switchboard 722 92 00 722 95 83 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: support.euro.dell.com/es/es/emaildell/ Sweden Technical Support 590 05 199 (Upplands Vasby) Relational Customer Care 590 05 642 Home/Small Business Customer Care...
  • Page 46 Home/Small Business Sales 0870 907 4000 Home/Small Business Customer Care 0870 906 0010 Corporate/Public Sector Sales 01344 860 456 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com Asia and Other Regions Contact Numbers Area Local Number or Country (City) Department Name or Service Code Toll-Free Number...
  • Page 47 Corporate Accounts Technical toll free: 800 858 2333 Support Customer Experience toll free: 800 858 2060 Home and Small Business toll free: 800 858 2222 Preferred Accounts Division toll free: 800 858 2062 Large Corporate Accounts North toll free: 800 858 2999 Large Corporate Accounts East toll free: 800 858 2020 Large Corporate Accounts South...
  • Page 48 Global Segment Japan 556-3469 Large Corporate Accounts Sales 556-3440 (Over 3500 employees) Faxbox Service 556-3490 Switchboard 556-4300 Web site: support.jp.dell.com Korea Technical Support toll free: 080-200-3800 (Seoul) Sales toll free: 080-200-3600 Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia) toll free: 604-633-4949 Customer Service (Seoul, Korea)
  • Page 49 Sales 709 7700 706 0495 Switchboard 709 7700 Website: support.euro.dell.com E-mail: dell_za_support@dell.com Southeast Customer Technical Support, 60 4 633-4810 Asian/Pacific Customer Service, and Sales Countries (Penang, Malaysia) (excluding Australia, Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand—refer...

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