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Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Your Dell Projector Your projector comes with all the items shown below. Ensure that you have all the items, and contact Dell if anything is missing. Package Contents Power cord 1.8m VGA cable (VGA to VGA) AAA Batteries (2) Remote control CD User’s Guide&...
Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on the projector. Ensure the projector operates between ambient temperatures (5ºC to 35ºC). NOTE: Product Information Guide For more information, see the that ships with your projector. Your Dell Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
Connecting Your Projector USB remote connector VGA input connector HDMI input connector S-video input connector Video input connector Audio output connector Audio input connector Security cable slot Power cord connector CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 6.
Connecting to a Computer MOLEX Power cord VGA to VGA cable USB to USB cable NOTE: The USB cable is not provided by Dell. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
Connecting to a DVD Player Connecting a DVD Player with an S-video Cable Power cord S-video cable NOTE: The S-Video cable is not provided by Dell. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
Connecting a DVD Player with a Composite Cable Power cord Composite video cable NOTE: The Composite video cable is not provided by Dell. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
Connecting a DVD Player with a Component Cable Power cord D-sub to YPbPr cable NOTE: The D-sub to YPbPr cable is not provided by Dell. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
Connecting a DVD Player with an HDMI Cable Power cord HDMI cable NOTE: The HDMI cable is not provided by Dell. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
Turn on your source (computer, DVD player, etc.). The projector automatically detects your source. The Dell logo will be displayed if no signal detected. If the "Searching for signal..." message appears on the screen, ensure that the appropriate cables are securely connected.
Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector. 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 a button on the control panel. The message disappears after 5 seconds.
Tilt adjustment wheel 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.
If the LAMP light is solid amber, replace the lamp. If the LAMP light is blinking amber, the projector automatically shuts down indicating a system failure. If this problem persists, contact Dell. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
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The display automatically shuts down. Turn the display on again after the projector cools down. If the problem persists, contact Dell. • A blinking amber TEMP light indicates that the projector fan has failed and the projector automatically shuts down.
Using the Remote Control 20 20 Power Turn the projector on and off. For more information, see "Turning Your Projector On" on page 13 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on page 13. Enter Press to confirm the selection. Right Press to adjust the OSD setting. Down Press to select OSD items.
Page down Press to move to next page. Video mode The Dell M209X 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 between PC mode, Movie mode, Game Mode, sRGB, or CUSTOM mode (for user to setup and save preferred settings).
the color changes to dark gray. Use on the control panel or the remote control to make adjustments to a setting. 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 Enter button or press Menu button on the control panel or the remote control.
Set Up V. K —Allows you to EYSTONE adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector. —Auto adjusts EYSTONE the image distortion by tilting the projector. —Select how the image appears: ROJECTOR • Front Projection-Desktop (the default). • Rear Projection-Desktop — The projector reverses the image so that you can project the image from behind a translucent screen.
—Adjust the color temperature. The screen appears cooler at higher OLOR color temperatures and warmer at lower color temperatures. When user adjusts the value in the Color Adjust menu, the Custom mode is activated, and values are saved in the Custom mode. —Manually adjust red, green, and blue color.
DISPLAY (in PC Mode) —Select a IDEO mode to optimize the display on how the projector is being used: PC, Movie, sRGB (provides more accurate color representation), Game, and Custom (set your preferred settings). If you adjust the settings for White Intensity or Degamma, the projector automatically switches to...
DISPLAY (in Video Mode) —Select a IDEO mode to optimize the display on how the projector is being used: PC, Movie, sRGB (provides more accurate color representation), Game, and Custom (set your preferred settings). If you adjust the settings for White Intensity or Degamma, the projector automatically switches to Custom.
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detected within two hours, the projector switches from Power Saving mode to Power Off mode. To turn on the projector press the Power button. —Select On to use the projector at a lower power level (136 Watts). Operating at lower power levels may provide longer lamp life, quieter operation, and dimmer luminance output on the screen.
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 1024x768 resolution.
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If you have entered incorrect password, you will be given another 2 chances. After the three invalid attempts, the projector will automatically turn off. NOTE: If you forget your password, contact Dell. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
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To cancel the password function, select OFF and enter the password to disable the function. —Allows you to change the password. Key in the original HANGE PASSWORD password and then enter the new password. Enter the new password again to confirm.
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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 41). Problem Possible Solution No image appears on the • Ensure that the lens cap is removed and the screen projector is turned on.
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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 XGA (1024 x 768): Right-lick the unused portion of your Windows desktop, click Properties and then select Settings tab.
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(continued) (continued) Problem Possible Solution The image is stretched when The projector automatically detects the input displaying a 16:9 DVD signal format. It will maintain the aspect ratio of the projected image according to input signal format with a Original default setting. If the image is still stretched, adjust the aspect ratio as follows: •...
The projector automatically shuts over-heated AMBER AMBER down. Turn the display on again after the projector cools down. If the problem persists, contact Dell. Fan breakdown One of the fans has failed. The projector AMBER automatically shuts down. If the problem persists, Flashing contact Dell.
Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp cover, and remove the cover. Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp. Pull the lamp up by its metal handle. NOTE: Dell may require lamps replaced under warranty to be returned. Otherwise, dispose or recycle the lamp. For more...
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LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO WWW.DELL.COM/HG OR CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. FOR LAMP SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or 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.
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Appendix: Glossary ANSI Lumens —A standard for measuring light output, used for comparing projectors. A standard for measuring the brightness. It is calculated by 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. Aspect Ratio —The most popular aspect ratio is 4:3 (4 by 3).
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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.
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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.
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USB remote connector 7 Focus 15 VGA in (D-sub) connector 7 Focus ring 15 Video input connector 7 Zoom tab 15 Contact Dell 5 contacting Dell 41 Control Panel 17 Changing the Lamp 35 Connecting the Projector Composite video cable 10...
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Regulatory 38 Uniformity 37 Video Compatibility 37 Weight 38 phone numbers 41 support Powering On/Off the Projector contacting Dell 41 Powering Off the Projector 13 Powering On the Projector 13 telephone numbers 41 Troubleshooting 31 Remote Control 19 Contact Dell 31 Index Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...