Dell Professional Projector P318S User's Guide
Introduction
This guide provides comprehensive information for operating and maintaining your Dell Professional Projector P318S.
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Model: Dell Projector P318S
Revision: May 2017 Rev. A00
Important Safety Information
? NOTE: Indicates important information that helps you make better use of your projector.
⚠️ CAUTION: Indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed.
❗ WARNING: Indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
1 About Your Dell Projector
Your projector comes with the following items. Ensure you have all items, and contact Dell if anything is missing.
Projector Box Contents
Package Contents
- Power cable
- VGA cable (VGA to VGA)
- Remote control (described in detail on page 8)
- AAA Batteries (2)
- Documentation (User's Guide on line)
Projector Top and Bottom View
Top View
The top view shows the following components:
- 1: Status indicators
- 2: IR receivers
- 3: 2W Speaker
- 4: Lens
- 5: Focus ring
- 6: Zoom tab
- 7: Power button [power button]
- 8: Lamp cover [lamp cover]
Bottom View
The bottom view shows the following components:
- 9: Mounting holes for ceiling mount
- 10: Tilt adjustment wheel [tilt adjustment wheel]
? NOTE: Ceiling mount screw hole M3 x 6.5 mm depth. Recommended torque < 15 kgf-cm.
Projector Connections
The rear panel of the projector features the following connectors:
| Label | Connector | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | + 5V/1A DC out connector | |
| 2 | VGA output (monitor loop through) connector | |
| 3 | VGA input (D-sub) connector | |
| 4 | Power cord connector | |
| 5 | Mini USB (mini type B) connector | For remote mouse and firmware upgrade |
| 6 | HDMI connector | |
| 7 | Audio input connector | |
| 8 | Composite Video connector | |
| 9 | Audio output connector |
⚠️ CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 7.
Safety Instructions
⚠️ CAUTION: Safety Instructions
- Do not use the projector near appliances that generate a lot of heat.
- Do not use the projector in areas where there is an excessive amount of dust. The dust may cause the system to fail and the projector will automatically shutdown.
- Ensure that the projector is mounted in a well-ventilated area.
- Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on the projector.
- Ensure the projector operates between ambient temperatures 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F).
- Do not try to touch the ventilation outlet as it can become very hot after the projector has been turned on or immediately after it is turned off.
- Do not look into the lens while the projector is on as it may cause injury to your eyes.
- Do not place any objects near or in front of the projector or cover its lens while the projector is on as the heat may cause the object to melt or burn.
- Do not use alcohol to wipe the lens.
- Do not stare into the beam (RG2 type).
NOTE:
- Do not attempt to ceiling mount the projector by yourself. It should be installed by a qualified technician.
- Recommended Projector Ceiling Mount Kit (P/N: C3505). For more information, see the Dell Support website at dell.com/support.
- For more information, see the Safety Information that shipped with your projector.
- The P318S projector can only be used indoors.
Using Remote Control
The remote control allows you to operate the projector from a distance. Below are the buttons and their functions:
| Button | Function |
|---|---|
| 1 Power [power button] | Turns the projector on or off. |
| 2 Enter [enter button] | Press to confirm the selection. |
| 3 Right [right arrow button] | Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. |
| 4 Down [down arrow button] | Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. |
| 5 Aspect Ratio [aspect ratio button] | Press to change the aspect ratio of a displayed image. |
| 6 Mute [mute button] | Press to mute or un-mute the projector speaker. |
| 7 Video mode [video mode button] | The projector has preset configurations optimized for displaying data or video. Press to toggle between Presentation mode, Bright mode, Movie mode, sRGB, or Custom mode. Pressing once shows the current mode; pressing again cycles through modes. |
| 8 Page up [page up button] | Press to move to the previous page. NOTE: The Mini USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Page Up feature. |
| 9 Page down [page down button] | Press to move to the next page. NOTE: The Mini USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Page Down feature. |
| 10 Freeze [freeze button] | Press to pause the screen image, then press "Freeze" again to unfreeze the image. |
| 11 Blank screen [blank screen button] | Press to hide/unhide the image. |
| 12 Information [info button] | Press to provide projector native resolution information. |
| 13 HDMI [HDMI button] | Press to choose HDMI source. |
| 14 Up [up arrow button] | Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. |
| 15 Left [left arrow button] | Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. |
| 16 Menu [menu button] | Press to activate the OSD. |
| 17 Volume up [volume up button] | Press to increase the volume. |
| 18 Source [source button] | Press to switch between Analog RGB, Composite, Component (YPbPr, via VGA), and HDMI source. |
| 19 Volume down [volume down button] | Press to decrease the volume. |
| 20 Keystone adjustment + [keystone adjustment plus button] | Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+/-40 degrees). |
| 21 Keystone adjustment - [keystone adjustment minus button] | Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+/-40 degrees). |
| 22 Auto Adjust [auto adjust button] | Press to synchronize the projector with the input source. Auto adjust does not operate if the OSD is displayed. |
| 23 Zoom + [zoom in button] | Press to increase the image. |
| 24 Zoom - [zoom out button] | Press to decrease the image. |
| 25 VGA [VGA button] | Press to choose VGA source. |
| 26 Video [video button] | Press to choose Composite Video source. |
Remote Control Operating Range
The remote control has an effective operating range:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Angle | ±30° |
| Distance | 7 m / 22.97 feet |
? NOTE: Actual operating range may slightly differ from the diagram. Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector.
2 Adjusting Projector Image
Adjusting Projected Zoom
Raising the Projector Height
- Raise the projector to the desired display angle, and use the front tilt adjustment wheel [tilt adjustment wheel] to fine-tune the display angle.
- Use the tilt adjustment wheels to fine-tune the display angle.
Lowering the Projector Height
- Lower the projector, and use the front tilt adjustment wheel [tilt adjustment wheel] to fine-tune the display angle.
The front tilt adjustment wheel allows an angle of tilt from -5 to 5 degrees. Rubber feet [rubber foot] provide stability.
Adjusting Projector Focus
1 Rotate the focus ring [focus ring] until the image is clear. The projector focuses at distances ranging between 4.27 ft to 23.29 ft (1.3 m to 7.1 m).
The zoom tab [zoom tab] is also used for image adjustment.
Adjusting Image Size
The following tables illustrate the relationship between projector distance and projected image size. These values are for user reference only.
Min Zoom
| Projection Distance (m) [A] | Diagonal (inch/cm) [B] | Width (cm) [W] | Height (cm) [H] | Projector base to top of image (cm) [C] | Projector base to bottom of image (cm) [D] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 | 27.4"/69.6 cm | 56 | 42 | 48 | 6 |
| 3 | 69"/ 175.26 cm | 140 | 105 | 120 | 15 |
| 5 | 114"/289.56 cm | 233 | 174 | 201 | 27 |
| 7 | 160"/ 406.4 cm | 326 | 244 | 281 | 37 |
| 9 | 206"/ 523.24 cm | 419 | 314 | 361 | 47 |
| 10 | 229"/581.66 cm | 465 | 349 | 401 | 52 |
Max Zoom
| Projection Distance (m) [A] | Diagonal (inch/cm) [B] | Width (cm) [W] | Height (cm) [H] | Projector base to top of image (cm) [C] | Projector base to bottom of image (cm) [D] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 | 30"/ 76.2 cm | 62 | 46 | 53 | 7 |
| 3 | 76"/ 193.04 cm | 154 | 115 | 133 | 18 |
| 5 | 126"/ 320.04 cm | 256 | 192 | 221 | 29 |
| 7 | 177"/449.58 cm | 359 | 269 | 310 | 41 |
| 9 | 227"/576.58 cm | 462 | 346 | 398 | 52 |
| 10 | 252.4"/641.1 cm | 513 | 385 | 442 | 57 |
* This graph is for user reference only.
* Offset Ratio: 115±5%
The diagram illustrates the following parameters: Projection Distance [A], Image Diagonal [B], Image Width [W], Image Height [H], Projector base to top of image [C], and Projector base to bottom of image [D].
3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips
If you experience problems with your projector, see the following troubleshooting tips. If the problem persists, contact Dell.
| Problem | Possible Solution |
|---|---|
| No image appears on the screen |
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| Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image |
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| The screen does not display your presentation | If using a portable computer, press the [Fn+F8] key combination. |
| Image is unstable or flickering | Adjust the tracking in the OSD Display Settings of the Advanced Settings menu (in PC Mode only). |
| Image has vertical flickering bar | Adjust the frequency in the OSD Display Settings of the Advanced Settings menu (in PC Mode only). |
| Image color is incorrect |
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| Image is out of focus |
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| The image is stretched when displaying a 16:9 DVD | The projector automatically detects the input signal format and maintains the aspect ratio. If the image is still stretched, adjust the aspect ratio in the Display Settings of the Advanced Settings menu in the OSD. |
| Image is reversed | Select Projector Settings from the Advanced Settings in the OSD and adjust the projector mode. |
| Lamp is burned out or makes a popping sound | When the lamp reaches its end of life, it may burn out and make a loud popping sound. If this occurs, the projector will not turn back on. To replace the lamp, see "Changing the Lamp" on page 22. |
| LAMP light is solid amber | If the LAMP light is solid amber, replace the lamp. |
| LAMP light is blinking amber | If the LAMP light is blinking amber, the lamp module connection may be disrupted. Check the lamp module and ensure it is properly installed. If the LAMP lights and the Power light is blinking amber, the lamp driver has failed and the projector will automatically shut down. If the LAMP and TEMP lights are blinking amber and the Power light is solid blue, the color wheel has failed and the projector will automatically shut down. To clear the protection mode, press and hold the POWER button for 10 seconds. |
| TEMP light is solid amber | 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. |
| TEMP light is blinking amber | If the projector fan fails, the projector will automatically shut down. Try to clear the projector mode by pressing and holding the Power button for 10 seconds. Wait about 5 minutes and try to power up again. If the problem persists, contact Dell. |
| The remote control is not operating smoothly or works only within a limited range | The battery may be low. If so, replace with two new AAA batteries. |
Guiding Signals
This table describes projector status, control buttons, and indicator lights.
| Projector Status | Description | Control Buttons | Indicator (TEMP Amber) | Indicator (LAMP Amber) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standby mode | Projector in Standby mode. Ready to power on. | White Flashing | OFF | OFF |
| Warming up mode | Projector takes some time to warm up and power on. | White | OFF | OFF |
| Lamp on | Projector in Normal mode, ready to display an image. Note: The OSD menu is not accessed. | White | OFF | OFF |
| Cooling mode | Projector is cooling to shutdown. | White | OFF | OFF |
| Projector overheated | Air vents might be blocked or ambient temperature may be above 40°C. 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 | AMBER | OFF |
| Fan breakdown | One of the fans has failed. The projector automatically shuts down. If the problem persists, contact Dell. | AMBER Flashing | OFF | OFF |
| Lamp driver breakdown | The lamp driver has failed. The projector automatically shuts down. Unplug the power cord after three minutes and then turn the display on again. If this problem persists, contact Dell. | AMBER Flashing | OFF | AMBER Flashing |
| Color Wheel breakdown | Color wheel cannot start. The projector has failed and the projector automatically shuts down. Unplug the power cord after three minutes and then turn on the projector. If this problem persists, contact Dell. | White Flashing | AMBER Flashing | AMBER Flashing |
| Lamp failure | Lamp is defective. Replace the lamp. | OFF | OFF | AMBER |
| Fault - DC 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 Flashing | AMBER | AMBER |
| Lamp module connection failed | Lamp module connection may be disrupted. Check the lamp module and ensure that it is properly installed. If the problem persists, contact Dell. | OFF | OFF | AMBER Flashing |
4 Maintenance
Changing the Lamp
⚠️ CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the Safety Instructions as described on page 7.
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.
⚠️ CAUTION: Use an original lamp to ensure safe and optimal working condition of your projector.
⚠️ 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 bulb or the lamp glass at any time. Projector lamps are 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.
- Turn off the projector and disconnect the power cord.
- Let the projector cool for at least 30 minutes.
- Loosen the screw that secures the top cover, and remove the cover.
- Loosen the screw that secures the lamp.
- Pull the lamp up by its metal handle [metal handle].
NOTE: Dell may require lamps replaced under warranty to be returned to Dell. Otherwise, contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest deposit site.
6 Replace with the new lamp.
7 Tighten the screw that secures the lamp.
8 Replace the top cover and tighten the screw.
9 Reset the lamp usage time by selecting "Yes" for Lamp Reset in the OSD Power Settings of the Advanced Settings menu. 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 AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. FOR LAMP-SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION, CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
Replacing Remote Control Batteries
NOTE: Remove the batteries from the remote control when not in use.
- Press the tab to lift the battery compartment cover [battery compartment cover].
- Check the polarity (+/-) marking [polarity marking] on the batteries.
- Insert the batteries and align their polarity correctly according to the marking in the battery compartment.
NOTE: Avoid mixing different types of batteries or using new and old batteries together.
4 Slip the battery cover back.
5 Specifications
Light Valve: 0.55" SVGA S450 DMD, DarkChip3™
Brightness: 3200 ANSI Lumens (Max.)
Contrast Ratio: 2200:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off), 10,000:1 High Contrast Mode
Uniformity: 85% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA)
Number of Pixels: 800 x 600 (SVGA)
Aspect Ratio: 4:3
Displayable Color: 1.07 billion colors
Color Wheel Speed: 2X
Projection Lens: 1 X for 3D Display, 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, Offset ratio: 115 ± 5%
Projection Screen Size: 27.5~252.4 inches (diagonal)
Projection Distance: 3.94 ~ 32.81 ft (1.2 ~ 10 m)
Video Compatibility:
- Composite Video: NTSC: M (3.58 MHz), 4.43 MHz; PAL: B, D, G, H, I, M, N, 4.43 MHz; SECAM: B, D, G, K, K1, L, 4.25/4.4 MHz
- Component Video input via VGA: 1080i (50/60 Hz), 720p (50/60 Hz), 576i/p, 480i/p
- HDMI input: 1080p, 720p, 576i/p, 480i/p
Power Supply: Universal AC 100-240 V 50-60 Hz with PFC input
Power Consumption: Normal mode: 245 W ± 10% @ 110 Vac; Eco mode: 200 W ± 10% @ 110 Vac; Standby mode: < 0.5 W
Audio: 1 speaker x 2 watt RMS
Noise Level: Normal mode: 34 dB(A); Eco mode: 31 dB(A)
Projector Weight: 5.4 lbs (2.4 kg)
Dimensions (W x H x D): 12.38 x 3.45 x 8.8 inches (314.4 x 86.7 x 223.5 mm)
Environmental:
- Operating temperature: 5°C - 40°C (41°F-104°F); Humidity: 80% maximum
- Storage temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F); Humidity: 90% maximum
- Shipping temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F); Humidity: 90% maximum
I/O Connectors:
- Power: One AC power socket (3-pin - C14 inlet)
- VGA input: One 15-pin D-sub connector (Blue), VGA In, for analog RGB/Component input signals.
- VGA output: One 15-pin D-sub connector (Black) for VGA-A loop through.
- Composite Video input: One Yellow RCA jack for CVBS signal.
- HDMI input: One HDMI connector for supporting HDMI 1.4a. specification HDCP compliant.
- Analog Audio input: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Blue).
- Variable audio output: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Green).
- USB (type B) port: One mini USB slave for remote support and firmware upgrade.
- 5V/1.5A output: One USB type A 5V DC / 1.5 A outputs for supporting wireless display dongle.
Lamp: PHILIPS 195 W user-replaceable lamp
Lamp life: Normal mode: Up to 5000 hours; Eco mode: Up to 6000 hours
NOTE: The lamp life rating for any projector is a measure of brightness degradation only, and is not a specification for the time it takes a lamp to fail and cease light output. Lamp life is defined as the time it takes for more than 50 percent of a lamp sample population to have brightness decrease by approximately 50 percent of the rated lumens for the specified lamp. The lamp life rating is not guaranteed in any way. The actual operating life span of a projector lamp will vary according to operating conditions and usage patterns. Usage of a projector in stressful conditions which may include dusty environments, under high temperatures, many hours per day, and abrupt powering-off will most likely result in a lamp's shortened operating life span or possible lamp failure.
6 Additional Information
For additional information on how to use your projector, please see the Dell Projectors User Guide at www.dell.com/support/manuals.
7 Contacting Dell
For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-999-3355).
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. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
- Visit www.dell.com/contactDell.
- Select your region on the interactive map.
- Select a Segment for Contact.
- Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
