Dell M209X Projector Users Guide

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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 
screen
• Ensure that the lens cap is removed and the 
projector is turned on. 
• Ensure the external graphics port is enabled. 
If you are using a Dell portable computer, 
press   (Fn+F8). For other 
computers, see your respective 
documentation.
• Ensure that all the cables are securely 
connected. See Connecting Your Projector 
on page 7.
• Ensure that the pins of the connectors are 
not bent or broken.
• Ensure that the lamp is securely installed. 
See Guiding Signals on page 34.
•Use 
Te s t  Pa t t e r n in the Others menu. 
Ensure that the colors of the test pattern are 
correct. 
						

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Partial, scrolling, or 
incorrectly displayed image1Press the Auto adjust button on the remote 
control or the control panel.
2If you are using a Dell portable computer, set 
the resolution of the computer to XGA 
(1024 x 768): 
aRight-lick the unused portion of your 
Windows desktop, click 
Properties and 
then select 
Settings tab.
bVerify the setting is 1024 x 768 pixels for 
the external monitor port.
cPress  (Fn+F8). 
If you experience difficulty in changing 
resolutions or your monitor freezes, restart all 
the equipments and the projector.
If you are not using a Dell portable computer, 
see your documentation for more information.
The screen does not display 
your presentationIf you are using a portable computer, press 
 
(Fn+F8). 
Image is unstable or flickering Adjust the tracking in the OSD Display sub-
menu (in PC Mode only). 
Image has vertical flickering 
barAdjust the frequency in the OSD Display sub-
menu (in PC Mode only). 
Image color is not correct 
• If your graphic card output signal is sync on 
Green, and you would like to display VGA at 
60Hz signal, please go into OSD select 
Display, select Signal Type and then select 
RGB. 
•Use 
Te s t  Pa t t e r n in the Others menu. 
Ensure that the colors of the test pattern are 
correct. 
Image is out of focus1Adjust the focus ring on the projector lens.
2Ensure that the projection screen is within 
the required distance from the projector 
(3.3 ft [1.0 m] to 39.4 ft [12 m]).
Problem (continued)Possible Solution (continued) 
						

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The image is stretched when 
displaying a 16:9 DVDThe projector automatically detects the input 
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:
• If you are playing a 16:9 DVD, select 4:3 
aspect ratio type on your DVD player.
• If you cannot select 4:3 aspect ratio type on 
your DVD player, select 4:3 aspect ratio in 
the 
Set Up menu in the OSD.
Image is reversed Select Set Up from the OSD and adjust the 
projector mode.
Lamp is burned out or makes 
a popping soundWhen the lamp reaches its end of life, it may 
burn out and may make a loud popping sound. 
If this occurs, the projector does not turn back 
on. To replace the lamp, see on page 34. 
The OSD does not appear on 
the screenTry to press the Menu button on the control 
panel or remote control for 15 seconds to 
unlock the OSD. Check the Menu Lock on 
page 27.
The remote control is not 
operating smoothly or works 
only within a limited rangeThe battery may be low. Check if the laser 
beam transmitted from the remote is too dim. 
If so, replace with 2 new AAA batteries. Problem 
(continued)Possible Solution (continued) 
						

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Guiding Signals
Projector Status DescriptionControl ButtonsIndicator
Po w e r M e n u O t h e r sTEMP
(Amber)LAMP
(Amber)
Standby mode Projector in Standby mode. Ready to power on.  BLUE 
FlashingOFFOFFOFFOFF
Wa r m i n g  u p  
modeProjector takes some time to warm up and power 
on.BLUE BLUE BLUE OFF OFF
Lamp on Projector in Normal mode, ready to display an 
image.
 Note: The OSD menu is not accessed.BLUE BLUE OFF OFF OFF
Cooling mode
Projector is cooling to shutdown.BLUEOFFOFFOFFOFF
Po w e r  S a v i n g  
modePower Saving mode has been activated. The 
projector will automatically enter standby mode, if 
an input signal is not detected in two hours.AMBER 
FlashingOFFOFFOFFOFF
Cooling before 
Po w e r  S a v i n g  
mode.The projector takes 60 seconds to cool down before 
entering Power Saving mode.
AMBER OFF OFF OFF OFF
Projector over-
heated
Air vents might be blocked or ambient temperature 
may be above 35℃. The projector automatically 
shuts down. Ensure that the air vents are not 
blocked and that the ambient temperature is within 
operational range. If the problem persists, contact 
Dell.OFF OFF OFF AMBER OFF
Lamp over-
heatedThe lamp is over heated. The air vents may be 
blocked. The projector automatically shuts down. 
Turn the display on again after the projector cools 
down. If problem persists, contact Dell.BLUE OFF OFF AMBER OFF
Lamp driver 
over-heatedThe lamp driver is over heated. The air vents may 
be blocked. The projector automatically shuts 
down. Turn the display on again after the projector 
cools down. If the problem persists, contact Dell.AMBER OFF OFF AMBER OFF
Fan b rea kdo wn
One of the fans has failed. The projector 
automatically shuts down. If the problem persists, 
contact Dell.OFF OFF OFFAMBER 
FlashingOFF
Lamp driver 
breakdown
The lamp driver has failed. The projector 
automatically shuts down. Unplug the power cord 
after three minutes then turn the display on again. If 
this problem persists, contact Dell.AMBER 
FlashingOFF OFF OFFAMBER 
Flashing
Color Wheel 
breakdownColor wheel cannot start. The projector has failed 
and the projector automatically shuts down. 
Unplug the power cord after three minutes and 
turn on the projector.. If this problem persists, 
contact Dell.BLUE OFF OFFAMBER 
FlashingAMBER 
Flashing
Lamp failure Lamp is defective. Replace the lamp. OFF OFF OFF OFF AMBER
Faul t - D C 
supply (+12V)
Power supply has been interrupted. The projector 
automatically shuts down. Unplug the power cord 
after three minutes and then turn on the projector. If 
this problem persists, contact Dell.AMBER 
FlashingOFF OFF AMBER AMBER
Faul t - D C 
supplies 
(secondary)
Power supply has been interrupted. The projector 
automatically shuts down. Unplug the power cord 
after three minutes and then turn on the projector. If 
this problem persists, contact Dell.AMBER 
FlashingOFF OFF AMBER OFF
*Others: control buttons on the control panel exept Power and Menu 
						

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Changing the Lamp
The following message appears on the  screen when your projector lamp is 
approaching end of life and requires to be changed:
Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in full power operation. 
Replacement suggested. www.dell.com/lamps
 
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the 
Safety Instructions as described on page 6.
 
CAUTION: The lamp becomes very hot when in use. Do not attempt to replace 
the lamp until the projector has been allowed to cool down for at least 30 
minutes.
 
CAUTION: Do not touch the lamp or the lamp glass at any time. Projector lamp 
is very fragile and may shatter if touched. The shattered glass pieces are sharp 
and can cause injury.
 
CAUTION: 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.
To replace the lamp:
1Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord. 
2Let the projector cool for at least 30 minutes.
3Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp cover, and remove the cover. 
4Loosen the two screws that secure the lamp.
5Pull 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 
information, see Lamp Disposal on 
page 36.
6Replace with the new lamp.
7Tighten the two screws that secure 
the lamp.
8Replace the lamp cover and tighten 
the two screws.
9Reset the lamp usage time by 
selecting 
Ye s for Lamp Reset in the OSD Lamp menu. (See Lamp menu on 
page 25)
warning label 
						

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 CAUTION: Lamp Disposal (for the US only)
 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. 
						

							
Specifications37
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Specifications
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Light Valve Single-chip 0.55 XGA DMD Type X, 
DarkChip
™2
Brightness 2000 ANSI Lumens (Max.)
Contrast Ratio 1800:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off) 
Uniformity 80% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA)
Lamp 165-watt user-replaceable 3000-hour  lamp (up to 5000 hours in eco mode)
Number of Pixels 1024 x 768 (XGA)
Displayable Color 16.7M colors
Color Wheel Speed 100~127.5Hz (2X) 150Hz (3X) in Movie mode
Projection Lens F/2.41~2.55, f=21.8~24.0 mm with  1.1x manual zoom lens
Projection Screen Size 22.89-302.8 inches (diagonal)
Projection Distance 3.3~39.4 ft (1.0 m~12 m)
Video Compatibility NTSC (M (3.58MHz) /4.43MHz), PAL  (B/D/G/K/I/M/N), SECAM 
(B/D/G/K/K1/L), component video, 
HDMI (480 i/p, 576 i/p, 720p, 1080i/p), 
and HDTV (1080i/p, 720p, 576i/p, 
480i/p)
Power Supply Universal 90-264V AC 50-60Hz with  PFC input
Power Consumption 205 watts in full mode, 165 watts in eco  mode
< 3 watts in power off mode. 
						

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Audio 1 watt speaker
Noise Level  39 dB(A) Full-on mode, 32 dB(A) Eco-
mode 
Weight 2.6 lbs (1.18 kg)
Dimensions (W x D x H) External 8.07 x 6.10 x 2.85 ± 0.04  inches (205 x 155 x 72.5 ± 1 mm)
Environmental Operating temperature: 5
oC - 35oC 
(41oF- 95oF)
Humidity: 80% maximum
Storage temperature: 0
oC to 60oC
(32oF to 140oF)
Humidity: 90% maximum
Regulatory FCC, CE, VCCI, UL, cUL, Nemko- GS, ICES-003, MIC, C-Tick, CCC, 
PSB, NOM, SABS, eK
I/O Connectors Power: AC power input socket Computer input: one D-sub for 
analog/component, HDTV input 
signals 
Video input: one composite video RCA 
and one S-video
Audio input: one phone jack (diameter 
3.5 mm)
Audio output: one phone jack 
(diameter 3.5 mm)
USB connector: one USB mouse 
remote support
HDMI input: Support HDMI 1.1.  
HDCP compliant 
						

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Compatibility Modes (Analog/Digital)
ResolutionV. Frequency (Hz) H. Frequency (KHz)
640X480 59.9 31.5
640X480 75 37.5
640X480 85 43.3
720X400 70.1 31.5
720X400 85 37.9
800X600 60.3 37.9
800X600 75 46.9
800X600 85.1 53.7
848X480 60 31
1024X768 60 48.4
1024X768 75 60
1024X768 85 68.7
1152X864 75 67.5
1280X720 59.9 44.8
1280X768 59.9 47.8
1280X800 59.8 49.7
1280X1024 60 64
1280X1024 75 80
1280X1024 85 91.1
 1360X768 60 47.7
1400X1050 60 65.3
1440X900 59.9 55.9
1600X1200 60 75
1680X1050 60 65.3 
						

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