Dell 2300MP User manual

Dell 2300MP Projector
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Dell™ 2300MP Projector
Safety Instructions (Read before connecting the projector)
About Your Projector
Installation
Using Your Projector
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Regulatory Notices
Contacting Dell
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your projector.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid
the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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certifications, is based upon statements provided to Dell by the manufacturer and has not been independently verified
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July 2004 Rev. A00

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Safety Instructions: Dell™ 2300MP Projector
CAUTION
Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your projector from potential damage and to ensure your own
personal safety:
To reduce the risk of fire from the intense light emitted by the lens, do not put any object in front of or
near the lens during operation.
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local,
state or Federal Laws. Or contact the electronic industries alliance: www.eiae.org for more information.
The surface beneath the projector might be hot with use. Be careful in handling the unit.
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
Lamp."
Do not touch the bulb or the lamp glass at any time. The bulb may explode due to improper handling,
including the touching of the bulb or the lamp glass.
Remove lens cap before turning on projector. Failure to do so may cause the lens cap to reach high
temperatures.
To avoid damaging the projector and lamp, allow the cooling fan to run for 2 minutes before turning off
the projector.
Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on the projector.
Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet if the projector is not used for a long period of time.
Do not use the projector in an extremely hot, cold, or humid environment.
Do not use the projector in areas susceptible to excessive dust and dirt.
Do not use the projector near any appliance that generates a strong magnetic field.
Do not place the projector in direct sunlight.
Do not look into the lens while the projector is on; the bright light may hurt your eyes.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the projector to rain or moisture.
To prevent electric shock, do not open or disassemble the projector further than what is needed for lamp
replacement.
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.
Turn off the projector and disconnect it from the electrical outlet before cleaning it. Use a soft cloth
moistened with mild detergent to clean the display housing. Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes, or
solvents.

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About Your Projector: Dell 2300MP Projector
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About Your Projector: Dell™ 2300MP Projector
Features
Equipment
Main Unit
Control Panel
Connection Ports
Remote Control
Features
Single chip 0.7" Texas Instruments DLP™ technology
High contrast, double data rate (DDR) digital micro mirror device
True XGA, 1024 x 768 addressable pixels
4.7 lbs (2.14 kgs) lightweight compact design
2300 ANSI lumens brightness (Max)
2000:1 full on / full off contrast ratio
1.2x manual zoom lens
Built in 2W speaker
Auto image re-sizing (Auto-Sync) to 1024 x 768 full screen with scaling compression compatibility for
UXGA, SXGA+, SXGA, XGA, SVGA, VGA, MAC
Preset and user defined video modes for optimum video and graphic settings
Self-diagnostic for video troubleshooting
State-of-the-art motion adaptive hardware deinterlacing with 3:2 and 2:2 pull down
200-watt user-replaceable UHP 2000-hour lamp
Eco Mode allows end user to extend lamp life to 2500 hours by reducing the lamp wattage and
brightness
Full connectivity - Includes PC (VGA), S-Video, Composite Video, Component Video and RS-232
connectors
Monitor loop through to connect to PC monitor
Compatibility with Macintosh® computers
Compatibility with NTSC, NTSC4.43, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, SECAM, and HDTV (1080i, 720p, 576i/p,
480i/p)
User-friendly, multi-language on-screen display (OSD)
Advanced electronic keystone correction
User-friendly control panel with backlight
Remote control and Dell drop-tested carrying case included
*Based on ANSI/NAPM IT7.228-1997 tests of 100 units, June 2004, with average ANSI Lumens 2100. Bulb
brightness degrades with usage. Dell recommends replacing your bulb after 2000 hours usage.
Equipment
Your projector comes with all the items shown below. Ensure that you have all the items, and contact Dell if anything
is missing.

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Main unit 1.8m Power cord
(3.0m in Americas) 1.8m VGA cable
(D-sub to D-sub)
2.0m S-video cable 1.8m USB cable 1.8m Composite Video cable
1.8m D-sub to YPbPr cable 1.8m RCA to Audio cable 1.8m mini pin to mini pin cable
Remote control Dell 2300MP Projector
User's Guide Dell 2300MP Projector Quick Start Card
Warranty Guide Owner's Manual Carrying case

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Batteries (2)
Main Unit
1Control panel
2Elevator button
3Remote control receiver
4 Lens
5Focus ring
6Zoom tab
Control Panel
1Power button

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2 Source
3Keystone adjustment
4 Resync
5Temperature warning light
6Lamp warning light
7Four directional keys
8Keystone adjustment
9 Menu
Connection Ports
1IR receiver
2VGA out (monitor loop-through)
3VGA in (D-sub) connector
4USB connector
5S-video connector
6Composite video connector
7Audio input connector
8RS232 connector
9Kensington lock hole
Remote Control

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1Video Mode button
2Next Page button (page down)
3Menu button
44:3/16:9 (aspect ratio) button
5Hide button
6Volume button
7Keystone Correction button
8Resync button
9Source button
10 Four Direction buttons
11 Previous Page button (page up)
12 Power button
13 Light
Battery Disposal: Your projector remote control uses zinc-manganese batteries. If you
need to replace the batteries, see your Dell 2300MP Projector Quick Start Card.
Do not dispose of used batteries along with household waste. Contact your local waste

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Installation: Dell 2300MP Projector
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Installation: Dell™ 2300MP Projector
Connecting the Projector
Powering On/Off the Projector
Adjusting the Projected Image
Changing the Lamp
Connecting the Projector
A. To Computer
1Power cord
2D-sub to D-sub cable
3USB to USB cable
B. To DVD Player: There are three possible methods of connecting to a DVD player.
1. Connecting with component cable:

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1Power cord
2D-sub to HDTV/Component cable
2. Connecting with S-video cable:
1Power cord
2S-video cable
3. Connecting with composite cable:

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1Power cord
2Composite video cable
C. Professional Installation Options:
Installation for wired RS232 remote control: There are two possible ways to connect with RS232 cable.
1a) Connection with PC:
1Power cord
2RS232 cable
1b) Connection with Commercial RS232 control box:

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1Power cord
2RS232 cable
3Commercial RS232 control box
Note: RS232 cable not provided by Dell. Consult professional installer for cable and RS232 remote control software.
Refer to RS232 pin assignment and commands.
Powering On/Off the Projector
Powering On the Projector
NOTE: Turn on the projector before you turn on the source.
1. Ensure that the lens cap has been removed.
2. Ensure that the power cord and appropriate signal cable(s) are securely connected. The power button light will
blink green.
3. Press the power button to turn on the projector. The Dell logo will be displayed for 30 seconds.
4. Turn on your source (computer, notebook, DVD, etc.). The projector automatically detects your source.
If the "Searching for signal..." message appears on the screen, ensure that the appropriate signal
cable(s) are securely connected.
If you are connecting multiple sources to the projector simultaneously, press the Source button on the remote
control or control panel to select the desired source.

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1Power button
2Lens cap
Powering Off the Projector
DO NOT UNPLUG THE PROJECTOR BEFORE PROPERLY SHUTTING DOWN USING THE FOLLOWING STEPS.
Powering off procedures
1. Press the power button to turn off the projector.
2. Press the power button again. The cooling fans continue to operate for 90 seconds.
3. If the LAMP light is solid orange, replace the lamp.
4. 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.
5. If the TEMP light is blinking orange, a projector fan has failed and the projector will automatically shut down. If
this problem persists, contact Dell.
6. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
7. 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 will disappear after 5 seconds.
Adjusting the Projected Image
Adjusting the Projector Height
To raise the projector:
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.

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3. Use the tilt adjustment wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
To lower the projector:
1. Press the elevator button.
2. Lower the projector, and then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.
1Elevator button
2Elevator foot
3Tilt adjustment wheel
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.
Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus
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 3.9 ft to 39.4ft (1.2 m to 12
m).

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1Zoom tab
2Focus ring
Adjusting Projection Image Size
Screen
(Diagonal) Max. 29.3" (74.4cm) 82.9" (210.6cm) 134.1" (340.6cm) 187.7" (476.8cm) 238.9" (606.8cm) 292.5" (743.0cm)
Min. 24.4" (62.0cm) 69.1" (175.5cm) 111.7" (283.7cm) 156.4" (397.3cm) 199.1" (505.7cm) 243.8" (619.3cm)
Screen
Size
Max.
(WxH)
23.4"X17.6"
(59.4cmX44.7cm)
66.3"X49.7"
(168.4cmX126.2cm)
107.3"X80.4"
(272.5cmX204.2cm)
150.2"X112.6"
(381.5cmX286.0cm)
191.1"X143.3"
(485.4cmX364.0cm)
234.0"X175.5"
(594.4cmX445.8cm)
Min.
(WxH)
19.5"X14.6"
(49.5cmX37.1cm)
55.3"X41.4"
(140.5cmX105.2cm)
89.4"X67.0"
(227.1cmX170.2cm)
125.1"X93.9"
(317.8cmX238.5cm)
159.3"X119.5"
(404.6cmX303.5cm)
195.0"X146.3"
(495.3cmX371.6cm)
Distance 3.9'(1.2m) 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.

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Changing the Lamp
Replace the lamp when you see " Lamp is approaching the end of its useful life in
full power operation. Replacement suggested!" message on the screen by carefully
following these instructions. If this problem persists, contact Dell.
CAUTION: The lamp becomes very hot with in use. Do not attempt to replace the lamp after use until the
projector has been allowed to cool down for at least 30 minutes.
Lamp Changing Procedure:
1. Turn off the projector and disconnect the
power cord.
2. Let the projector cool for at least 30
minutes.
3. Loosen the 2 screws that secure the lamp
cover, and remove the cover.
4. Loosen the 2 screws that secure the lamp.
5. Pull up the lamp by its metal handle.
6. Reverse steps 1 through 5 to install the
new lamp.
7. Reset the lamp by usage time selecting the
left Lamp Reset icon in the OSD
Management tab.
NOTE: Dell may require that lamps replaced
under warranty be returned to Dell. Otherwise,
contact your local waste disposal agency for the
address of the nearest deposit site.
NOTE: The lamp contains mercury. Disposal
of this material may be regulated due to
environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local
authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance:
www.eiae.org.
CAUTION: Do not touch the bulb or the lamp glass at any time. The bulb may explode due to improper
handling, including the touching of the bulb or the lamp glass.
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Using Your Projector: Dell™ 2300MP Projector
Control Panel
Remote Control
On-Screen Display
Control Panel
Power
See "Powering On/Off the Projector."
Volume
Increase or decrease the speaker volume.
Video Mode
Switch the display mode within PC Mode, Movie Mode, Game Mode, sRGB Mode, User Mode per your preference.
Source
Press to step through Analog RGB, Composite, Component-i, S-video, and Analog YPbPr sources when multiple
sources are connected to the projector.
Resync
Press to synchronize the projector to the input source.
Resync will not operate if the OSD (On-Screen Display) is displayed.
Menu
Press to activate the OSD. Use the directional keys and Menu button to navigate through the OSD.
Four Directional Keys
The four directional keys can be used to toggle through the tabs in the OSD.
Keystone Adjustment
Press or button to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector. (±16 degrees)
Remote Control

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Power
See "Power On/Off the Projector."
Source
Press the Source button to switch between Analog RGB, Digital RGB, Composite, Component-i, S-video, and
Analog YPbPr sources.
Resync
Press Resync to synchronize the projector to the input source.
Resync will not operate if the OSD (On-Screen Display) is displayed.
Directional Keys
Use or to select OSD items, use "left" and "right" button to make adjustments.
Hide
Press Hide button to hide the image, press again to resume display of the image.
Video Mode
The Dell 2300MP 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 Video Mode button once will
show the current display mode. Pressing the Video Mode button again will switch between modes.
Previous Page
Press the Previous Page button to step to previous page.
Next Page
Press the Next Page button to step to next page.
Menu
Press the Menu button to activate the OSD. Use the directional keys and Menu button to navigate through the OSD.

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4:3/16:9
Press 4:3/16:9 button to switch aspect ratio 1:1, 16:9, 4:3 as described below.
Volume +/-
Press the Vol+ button to increase the volume, press the Vol- button to reduce the volume.
Keystone
Adjusts image distortion caused by tilting the projector. (±16 degrees)
On-Screen Display
The projector has a multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) that can be displayed with or without an input
source present.
The OSD allows you to make image adjustments and change a variety of settings. If the source is a computer,
the OSD allows changes to the Computer Image tab. When using a video source, the OSD allows changes to
the Video Image tab. The projector automatically detects the source.
When the OSD is on the screen, press or to navigate through the OSD tabs.
Example: All Images--> Computer Image--> Audio--> Management--> Language--> Factory Reset. To make
a selection in a tab, press on keypad or "Menu" on remote controller.
Press or to make a selection and adjust the settings by pressing or on keypad or Left and
Right button on the remote controller. When an item is selected, the color of the item will change to dark gray.
To exit the OSD, go to "Exit" tab and press button on keypad or "Menu" on remote controller.
All Images Menu