Dell 5100MP User Manual
Dell™ 5100MP Projector
Owner’s Manual
Model XXX
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Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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of your projector.
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data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal
injury, or death.
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June 2005 Rev. A00
Contents
1 Your Dell Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
About Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Connecting Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting a Computer with an M1 to D-sub/USB
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cable
Connecting a Computer with a D-sub to D-sub
Cable
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting to a DVD Player . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting a DVD Player with an M1 to HDTV
Cable
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting a DVD Player with a D-sub to YPbPr
Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting a DVD Player with a RCA to RCA Cable
Connecting a DVD Player with an S-video Cable . . 13
Connecting a DVD Player with a Composite Cable
Connecting a DVD Player with a BNC to VGA cable
Professional Installation Options: Installation for
Driving Automatic Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installation for wired RS232 remote control:
Connection with PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connection with Commercial RS232 Control Box:
13
. 14
14
. 17
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3 Using Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Turning Your Projector On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Turning Your Projector Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Adjusting the Projected Image
Raising the Projector Height
Lowering the Projector Height
Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus
Adjusting Projection Image Size
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Using the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using the Remote Control
Using the On-Screen Display
Image Settings
Audio Menu
Management Menu
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
PIP Setting Menu
Network Settings Menu
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Factory Reset Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Computer Source Menu
Video Source Menu
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
RF Learning Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
To Manage the Projector from Web Management
39
4 Troubleshooting Your Projector . . . . . . . 45
Self-diagnostic for Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Changing the Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
4 Contents
5 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
6 Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
7 Appendix: Regulatory Notices . . . . . . . . 87
FCC Notices (U.S. Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
NOM Information (Mexico Only) . . . . . . . . . 88
8 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
9 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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6 Contents
1
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
1.8 m power cord (3.0 m in Americas) 1.8 m M1 to D-sub/USB cable
2.0 m S-video cable 1.8 m Composite Video cable
1.8 m RCA to Audio cable 1.8 m mini pin to mini pin cable
1.8 m M1-A to HDTV cable Remote control
Your Dell Projector 7
Package Contents
Documentation Batteries (2)
(continued)
About Your Projector
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1 Control panel
2 Elevator button
3 Remote control transceiver
4 Lens
5 Lens Cap
6 Focus ring
7 Zoom tab
8 Your Dell Projector
Connecting Your Projector
1 RJ45 network connector
2 HDMI connector
3 VGA input connector
4 M1 signal in connector
5 Video input connector
6 S-video input connector
7 VGA output connector
8 RS232 connector
9 IR receiver/ RF transceiver
10 Kensington lock hole
11 Power cord connector
12 12 Volt DC relay output
13 Audio output connector
14 Audio input connector
15 Component video input connector
16 BNC connector
2
Connecting Your Projector 9
Connecting to a Computer
Connecting a Computer with an M1 to D-sub/USB Cable
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1 Power cord
2 M1A to D-sub/USB cable
NOTE: The USB cable can not be connected if the USB Dongle is used, for the
USB dongle connection refer to page 37.
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Connecting a Computer with a D-sub to D-sub Cable
1 Power cord
2 D-sub to D-sub cable
NOTE: The USB cable can not be connected if the USB Dongle is used, for the
USB dongle connection refer to page 37.
Connecting Your Projector 11
Connecting to a DVD Player
Connecting a DVD Player with an M1 to HDTV Cable
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1 Power cord
2 M1 to HDTV cable
Connecting a DVD Player with a D-sub to YPbPr Cable
1Power cord
2 D-sub to YPbPr cable
NOTE: The D-sub to YPbPr cable is not provided by Dell. Consult a professional
installer for the cable.
12 Connecting Your Projector
Connecting a DVD Player with a RCA to RCA Cable
1Power cord
2 RCA to RCA component cable
NOTE: The RCA to RCA cable is not provided by Dell. Consult a professional
installer for the cable.
Connecting a DVD Player with an S-video Cable
1Power cord
2 S-video cable
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Connecting a DVD Player with a Composite Cable
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1Power cord
2 Composite video cable
Connecting a DVD Player with a BNC to VGA cable
1Power cord
2BNC to VGA cable
NOTE: The BNC to VGA cable is not provided by Dell. Consult a professional
installer for the cable.
14 Connecting Your Projector
Professional Installation Options: Installation for Driving Automatic Screen
1Power cord
212V DC Plug
3 Automatic screen
NOTE: Use the dimension of 12V DC plug in 1.7mm(ID) x 4.00mm(OD) x 9.5mm
(shaft) to connect the automatic screen with the projector.
12V DC Plug
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Installation for wired RS232 remote control: Connection with PC
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1Power cord
2 RS232 cable
NOTE: The RS232 cable is not provided by Dell. Consult a professional installer
for the cable.
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Connection with Commercial RS232 Control Box:
1Power cord
2 RS232 cable
3 Commercial RS232 control box
NOTE: The RS232 cable is not provided by Dell. Consult a professional installer
for the cable.
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18 Connecting Your Projector
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Using Your Projector
Turning Your Projector On
NOTE: Turn on the projector before you turn on the source. The power button
light blinks blue until pressed.
1
Remove the lens cap.
2
Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. For information about
connecting the projector, see
3
Press the power button (see page 23 to locate the power button). The Dell logo
displays for 30 seconds.
4
Turn on your source (computer, DVD player, etc.). The projector automatically
detects your source
If the "Searching for signal..." message appears on the screen, ensure
that the appropriate cable(s) are securely connected.
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.
.
Turning Your Projector Off
NOTICE: Do not unplug the projector before properly shutting down as
explained in the following procedure.
1
Press the power button.
2
Press the power button again. The cooling fans continue to operate for 90 seconds
and then go to standby mode.
3
Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
NOTE: 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 control panel or ignore the message; the message disappears after 5
seconds.
page 9.
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Adjusting the Projected Image
Raising the Projector Height
1
Press the elevator button.
2
Raise the projector to the desired display angle, and then release the button to
lock the elevator foot into position.
3
Use the tilt adjustment wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
Lowering the Projector Height
1
Press the elevator button.
2
Lower the projector, and then release the button to lock the elevator foot into
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position.
1 Elevator button
2 Elevator foot
3 Tilt adjustment wheel
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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.
1
Rotate the zoom tab to zoom in and out.
2
Rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector focuses at distances
from 4.9 ft to 39.4 ft (1.5 m to 12 m).
1 Zoom tab
2 Focus ring
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Adjusting Projection Image Size
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22 Using Your Projector
Screen
(Diagonal)
Screen
Size
Distance 4.9' (1.5m) 11.2' (3.4m) 18.0' (5.5m) 25.3' (7.7m) 32.2' (9.8m) 39.4' (12.0m)
* This graph is for user reference only.
Max. 36.9"
Min. 30.8"
Max.
(WxH)
Min.
(WxH)
(93.8cm)
(78.1cm)
29.5" X 22.1" 66.9" X 50.2" 108.3" X 81.2" 151.6" X 113.7" 192.9" X 144.7" 236.2" X 177.2"
(75.0cm X
56.3cm)
24.6" X 18.5" 55.8" X 41.8" 90.2" X 67.7" 126.3" X 94.7" 160.8" X 120.6" 196.9" X 147.6"
(62.5cm X
46.9cm)
83.7"
(212.5cm)
69.7"
(177.1cm)
(170.0cm X
127.5cm)
(141.7cm X
106.3cm)
135.3"
(343.8cm)
112.8"
(286.5cm)
(275.0cm X
206.3cm)
(229.2cm X
171.9cm)
189.5"
(481.3cm)
157.9"
(401.0cm)
(385.0cm X
288.8cm)
(320.8cm X
240.6cm)
241.1"
(612.5cm)
201.0"
(510.4cm)
(490.0cm X
367.5cm)
(408.3cm X
306.3cm)
295.3"
(750.0cm)
246.1"
(625.0cm)
(600.0cm X
450.0cm)
(500.0cm X
375.0cm)
Using the Control Panel
1 Power Turn the projector on and off. For more
information, see page 19.
2 Volume Control Press to control the volume, then press or
buttons to decrease or increase the volume.
3 Menu Press to activate the OSD. Use the directional
keys and Menu button to navigate through the
OSD.
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4 Source Press to toggle through S-video, Composite
Video, M1-D, D-sub, BNC, Component, HDMI
and M1 sources when multiple sources are
connected to the projector.
5 Keystone adjustment Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting
the projector. (±20 degrees)
6 Enter Press to confirm the selection item.
7 Auto adjust Press to synchronize the projector to the input
source.
Auto adjust does not operate if the on-screen
display (OSD) is displayed.
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8 LCD status display LCD display is for real time projector status.
9 TEMP warning light
• If the TEMP light is solid orange, the projector
has overheated. The display automatically shuts
down. Turn the display on again after the
projector cools down. If the problem persists,
contact Dell.
• If the TEMP light is blinking orange, a projector
fan has failed and the projector automatically
shuts down. If the problem persists, contact
Dell.
10 LAMP warning light If the LAMP light is solid orange, replace the
lamp.
11 and buttons Press to adjust the OSD setting.
12 Keystone adjustment Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting
the projector. (±20 degrees)
13 Up and Down Press to select the OSD items.
14 Brightness and contrast
control
Press to control brightness and contrast, press
or to adjust brightness or contrast, then press
and buttons to adjust the value.
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Using the Remote Control
1 Power Turn the projector on and off. For more
information, see page 19.
2 Press to adjust the OSD setting.
3 Laser Aim the remote control at the screen, press and
hold the laser button to activate the laser light.
4 Volume Press to increase the volume.
5 Mute Press to mute or un-mute the projector speaker.
6 Volume Press to decrease the volume.
7 Right click Mouse right click.
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8 Video mode The Dell 5100MP Micro-projector has preset
configurations that are optimized for displaying
data (PC Graphics) or video (movies, games,
etc.). Press Video Mode button to toggle between
PC mode, Movie mode, Game Mode, sRGB, or
User mode (for user to setup and save preferred
settings). Pressing the Vide o Mode button once
will show the current display mode. Pressing the
Video Mode button again will switch between
modes.
9 Auto Adjust Press to synchronize the projector to the input
source. Auto Adjust does not operate if the OSD
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(On-Screen Display) is displayed.
10 Blank screen Press to hide the image, press again to resume
display of the image.
11 Auto keystone Press to enable the auto correction for image
distortion due to tilting the projector.
12 LED light LED indicator.
13 Up button Press to select OSD items.
14 Enter button Press to confirm the selection.
15 Press to adjust the OSD setting.
16 Menu Press to activate the OSD.
17 Down button Press to select OSD items.
18 Page Press to move to previous page.
19 Page Press to move to next page.
20 PC/Mouse control The PC/Mouse control can be used to control
mouse movement. The mouse function is
enabled using the M1 cable to connect your
computer and the projector.
21 Left click Mouse left click.
22 Source Press to switch between Analog RGB, Digital
RGB, Composite, Component-i, S-video, and
Analog YPbPr sources.
23 Keystone correction Press to correct the image distortion.
24 PIP Press the PIP button to turn on/off the PIP
screen.
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25 PIP Swap Press the PIP Swap button to swap between the
foreground and background.
1 Laser Warning The remote control is equipped with a Class II
laser that emits laser radiation. To reduce the risk
of injury, do not look directly into the laser light,
and do not point the laser light into anyone's
eyes.
2 Program button Initiate the Learning Mode on the remote for
switching the RF transmission channel by
pressing Prgm button.
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3 Wireless USB mouse
dongle
4 Remote cover The back cover of the remote control.
5 Battery chamber The chamber of the battery.
The wireless USB device for controlling PC or
Notebook mouse through the remote control.
Using the On-Screen Display
The projector has a multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) that can be
displayed with or without an input source present.
In the Main Menu, press or to navigate through the tabs. Press Enter
button on the control panel or the remote control to select a submenu.
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In the submenu, press or to make a selection. When an item is selected, the
color changes to dark blue. Use or on the control panel or the remote
control to make adjustments to a setting.
To back to the previous OSD, go to Back tab and press Enter button on the control
panel or the remote control.
To exit the OSD, go to Exit tab and press Enter button on the control panel or the
remote control.
Image Settings
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BRIGHTNESS—Use
and to
adjust the
brightness of the image.
ONTRAST—Use
C
and
to control the
degree of difference between the brightest
and darkest parts of the picture. Adjusting
the contrast changes the amount of black
and white in the image.
OLOR TEMP.—Adjust the color temperature.
C
The higher the temperature, the screen
appears more blue; the lower the
temperature, the screen appears more red.
User mode activates the values in the "color
setting" menu.
SER COLOR—This mode allows manual
U
adjustment of red, green, and blue color
settings. Modifying these values will
automatically change the color temperature
to "user". Press the User Color, then go into the Color Setting Menu.
EYSTONE—Adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector.
V. K
EYSTONE—Adjust image distortion caused by horizontal shifting of the
H. K
projector orientation.
UTO KEYSTONE—Select On to enable the auto correction for vertical image
A
distortion due to tilting the projector. Select Off to disable the auto correction.
EMI-AUTO KEYSTONE—Select On and press Enter to activate the Semi-Auto
S
keystone correction for image distortion. A specific image pattern will be present
on the screen once it's been activated and then complete the settings by following
below instructions.
• Adjust the projected image display to appropriate location on the screen.
Enter
• Use up, down, left or right button to choose one corner and press
key to
enter keystone correction mode.
Enter
• Use up, down, left or right button to move the angle and press
to confirm.
ZOOM—Press to digitally magnify an image to 10 times on the projection
screen and press to reduce the zoomed image.
SPECT RATIO—Select an aspect ratio to adjust how the image appears.
A
•
1:1
— The input source displays without scaling.
Use 1:1 aspect ratio if you are using one of the following:
– VGA cable and the computer has a resolution less than SXGA+ (1400 x 1050)
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– Component cable (720p, 576i/p, 480i/p)
–S-Video cable
– Composite cable
16:9
— The input source scales to fit the width of the screen.
•
4:3
— The input source scales to fit the screen.
•
Use 16:9 or 4:3 if you are using one of the following:
– Computer resolution greater than SXGA+
– Component cable (1080i/p)
VIDEO MODE—Select a mode to optimize the display image based on how the
projector is being used: Movie, Game, PC, sRGB (provides more accurate color
representation), and User (set your preferred settings). If you adjust the settings
for White Intensity or Degamma, the projector automatically switches to User.
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HITE INTENSITY—Setting 0 to maximize the color reproduction and 10 to
W
maximize the brightness.
EGAMMA—Adjust between 1 and 4 to change the color performance of the display.
D
The default setting is 3.
Audio Menu
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VOLUME—Press
to decrease the volume
and to increase the volume.
TREBLE—Control the higher frequencies of your
audio source.
treble and
BASS—Control the lower frequencies of your
audio source. Press
and
press
MUTE—Allow to mute the volume.
UDIO SOURCE—Select HDMI to have the
A
HDMI output source, and select Audio to have
the audio output source.
Press to decrease the
p
ress to increase the treble.
to decrease the bass
to increase the bass.
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