Dell M210X 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 53.
Problem Possible Solution
No image appears on the 
screen• Ensure that the lens cap is removed and the 
projector is turned on. 
• Ensure that the INPUT SELECT is set 
correctly in the OSD menu.
• Ensure the external graphics port is 
enabled. If you are using a Dell™ portable...

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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-click the unused portion of your 
Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click 
Properties and then select Settings tab.
bVerify that the setting is 1024 x 768 pixels 
for the external monitor port.
cPress  (Fn+F8). 
If you experience difficulty in...

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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 
(3.28 ft [1 m] to 39.37 ft [12 m]).
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 an Original setting. 
If the image is still stretched, adjust the aspect...

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TEMP light is blinking amber A projector fan has failed and the projector 
will automatically shut down. Try to clear the 
projector mode by pressing and holding the 
POWER button for 10 seconds. Please wait 
for about 5 minutes and try to power up again. 
If the problem persists, contact Dell™.
The OSD does not appear on 
the screenTry to press the Menu button on the panel for 
15 seconds to unlock the OSD. Check the 
Menu Lock on page 36.
The remote control is not...

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Guiding Signals
Projector 
StatusDescriptionControl Buttons Indicator
Power Menu OthersTEMP
(Amber)LAMP 
(Amber)
Standby mode Projector in Standby mode. Ready to 
power on.BLUE
FlashingOFF OFF OFF OFF
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. BLUE OFF...

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Lamp failure Lamp is defective. Replace the lamp. OFF OFF OFF OFF AMBER
Lamp module 
connection 
failedLamp module connection may be 
disrupted. Check the lamp module and 
ensure that it is properly installed. If the 
problem persists, contact Dell.OFF OFF OFF OFFAMBER
Flashing 

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Changing the Lamp
 CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the 
Safety Instructions as described on page 6.
Replace the lamp when the message Lamp is approaching the end of its 
useful life in the operation. Replacement suggested! 
www.dell.com/lamps appears on the screen. If this problem persists after 
replacing the lamp, contact Dell™. For more information, see Contacting Dell™on 
page 53.
 
CAUTION: Use an original lamp to ensure safe...

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9Reset the lamp usage time by selecting Yes for Lamp Reset in the OSD Lamp 
tab (see Lamp menu on page 32). When a new lamp module has been changed, 
the projector will automatically detect and reset the lamp hours.
 
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...

Specifications49
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Specifications
Light Valve 0.55 XGA S450 DMD, DarkChip3™
Brightness 2000 ANSI Lumens (Max.)
Contrast Ratio 2100:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off)
Uniformity 85% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA)
Number of Pixels 1024 x 768 (XGA)
Displayable Color 1.07 billion colors
Color Wheel Speed 2X
Projection Lens F-Stop: F/ 2.41~2.55
Focal length, f=21.8~24 mm
1.1X manual Zoom Lens
Throw ratio =1.95~2.15 wide and tele
Projection Screen Size 22.89-302.8 inches (diagonal)
Projection Distance 3.28~39.37 ft...

50Specifications
Dimensions (W x H x D) 8.07 x 2.99 x 6.10 inches (205 x 75.9 x 155 mm)
Environmental Operating temperature: 5ºC - 35ºC (41ºF- 95ºF)
Humidity: 80% maximum
Storage temperature: 0ºC to 60ºC (32ºF to 140ºF)
Humidity: 90% maximum
Shipping temperature: -20ºC to 60ºC
(-4ºF to 140ºF)
Humidity: 90% maximum
I/O Connectors Power: One AC power socket (3-pin - C14 inlet)
VGA input: One 15-pin D-sub connector (Blue), for 
analog RGB/Component input signals.
S-Video input: One standard 4-pin min-DIN...