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  • Page 1 Dell™ 4310WX Projector User’s Guide Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 2 Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc.; DLP and DLP logo are trademarks of T...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your Dell Projector ....About Your Projector ....
  • Page 4 Connection With Commercial RS232 Control ......Using Your Projector ....Turning Your Projector On .
  • Page 5 ..... Contacting Dell ....
  • Page 6: Your Dell Projector

    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 Power cable 1.8m VGA cable (VGA to VGA) DisplayPort cable Carrying case Remote control CD User’s Guide &...
  • Page 7: About Your Projector

    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 (5ºC to 35ºC). Your Dell Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 8 • Do not attempt to ceiling mount the projector 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 support.dell.com. • For more information, see the Safety Information that shipped with your projector.
  • Page 9: Connecting Your Projector

    Connecting Your Projector 10 Security cable slot Composite video connector 11 Audio output connector S-video connector 12 Audio-B input connector VGA-A output (monitor loop-through) VGA-A input (D-sub) connector 13 Audio-A input connector VGA-B input (D-sub) connector 14 Audio-C right-channel input connector 15 Power cord connector HDMI connector...
  • Page 10: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting a Computer Using a VGA Cable Power cord VGA to VGA cable USB-A to USB-B cable NOTE: The USB cable is not provided with your projector. NOTE: The USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Page Up and Page Down features on the remote control.
  • Page 11: Monitor Loop-Through Connection Using Vga Cables

    Monitor Loop-Through Connection Using VGA Cables Power cord VGA to VGA cable NOTE: Only one VGA cable is shipped with your projector. An additional VGA cable can be purchased on the Dell website at dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 12: Connecting A Computer Using An Rs232 Cable

    Connecting a Computer Using an RS232 cable Power cord RS232 cable NOTE: The RS232 cable is not shipped with your projector. Consult a professional installer for the cable and RS232 remote control software. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 13: Connecting A Computer Using A Displayport Cable

    Connecting a Computer Using a DisplayPort cable Power cord DisplayPort cable Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 14: Connecting A Dvd Player

    Connecting a DVD Player Using an S-video Cable Power cord S-video cable NOTE: The S-video cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the S-Video extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 15: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Composite Video Cable

    Power cord Composite video cable NOTE: The Composite Video cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the Composite Video Extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 16: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Component Video Cable

    VGA to Component Video cable NOTE: The VGA to Component Video cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the VGA to Component Video Extension (50 ft/100 ft) cable on the Dell website at dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 17: Connecting A Dvd Player Using An Hdmi Cable

    Connecting a DVD Player Using an HDMI Cable Power cord HDMI cable NOTE: The HDMI cable is not shipped with your projector. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 18: Connecting To Local Area Network

    Connecting to Local Area Network To control the projector that is connected to a network through an RJ45 cable. Local Area Network (LAN) Power cord RJ45 cable NOTE: The RJ45 cable is not shipped with your projector. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 19: Professional Installation Options: Installation For Driving Automatic Screen

    Professional Installation Options: Installation for Driving Automatic Screen Power cord 12V DC Plug Automatic Screen NOTE: Use the dimension of 12V DC plug in 1.7 mm (ID) x 4.00 mm (OD) x 9.5 mm (shaft) to connect the automatic screen with the projector. 12V DC Plug Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 20: Connection With Commercial Rs232 Control Box

    Connection With Commercial RS232 Control Box Power cord RS232 cable Commercial RS232 control box NOTE: The RS232 cable is not shipped with your projector. Consult a professional technician to obtain the cable. Connecting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 21: Using Your Projector

    Using Your Projector Turning Your Projector On NOTE: Turn on the projector before you turn on the source (computer, DVD player, etc.). The Power button light blinks blue until pressed. Remove the lens cap. Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. For information about connecting the projector, see "Connecting Your Projector"...
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Projected Image

    To power off the projector quickly, press the Power button and hold for 1 second while the projectors cooling fans are still running. NOTE: Before you turn on the projector again, wait for 60 seconds to allow the internal temperature to stabilized. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.
  • Page 23: Adjusting The Projector Zoom And Focus

    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. Rotate the zoom tab to zoom in and out. Rotate the focus ring until the image is clear.
  • Page 24: Adjusting Projection Image Size

    Adjusting Projection Image Size 358"(909.32cm) 325"(825.5cm) 253"(642.62cm) 180"(457.2cm) 108"(274.32cm) 43 "(109.22cm) 36" (91.44cm) 3.9'(1.2m) Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 25: Using The Control Panel

    Max. 43" 108" 180" 253" 325" 358" (109.22cm) (274.32cm) (457.2cm) (642.62cm) (825.50cm) (909.32cm) Screen (Diagonal) Min. 36" 89" 149" 208" 268" 298" (91.44cm) (226.06cm) (378.46cm) (528.32cm) (680.72cm) (756.92cm) Max. 36.61" X 91.73" X 153.15" X 214.17" X 275.20" X 303.54" X (WxH) 22.83"...
  • Page 26 LAMP warning light If the LAMP amber indicator is on or blinking, one of the following problems could be occurring: • Lamp is reaching its end of usable life • Lamp module is not properly installed • Lamp driver failure •...
  • Page 27 Down / Keystone Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display adjustment (OSD) Menu items. Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+40/-35 degrees). Menu Press to activate the OSD. Use the directional keys and the Menu button to navigate through the OSD.
  • Page 28: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control Power Turns the projector on or off. For more information, see "Turning Your Projector On" on page 21 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on page 21. Enter Press to confirm the selection. Right Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items.
  • Page 29 Aspect Ratio Press to change aspect ratio of a displayed image. Page up Press to move to previous page. NOTE: The USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Page Up feature. Mute Press to mute or un-mute the projector speaker. Page down Press to move to next page.
  • Page 30 19 Auto adjust Press to synchronize the projector with the input source. Auto adjust does not operate if the OSD is displayed. 20 Keystone adjustment Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+40/-35 degrees). Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 31: Installing The Remote Control Batteries

    Installing the Remote Control Batteries NOTE: Remove the batteries from the remote control when not in use. Press the tab to lift the battery compartment cover. Check the polarity (+/-) marking on the batteries. Insert the batteries and align their polarity correctly according to the marking in the battery compartment.
  • Page 32: Operating Range With Remote Control

    Operating Range With Remote Control Angle Operating range Angle ±30° Distance 10m/32.8feet Angle NOTE: Actual operating range may slightly differ from the diagram. Weak batteries will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 33: Using The On-Screen Display

    Using the On-Screen Display • The projector has a multi-language On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu that can be displayed with or without an input source. • To navigate through the tabs in the Main Menu, press the buttons on your projectors control panel or remote control. •...
  • Page 34: Input Select

    INPUT SELECT The Input Select menu allows you to select your projector’s input source. —Select Off (the OURCE default) to lock the current input signal. If you press the Source button when the Auto Source mode is set to Off, you can manually select the input signal.
  • Page 35: Picture (In Pc Mode)

    HDMI—Use to enable or disable HDMI input. —Use to enable or disable DisplayPort input. ISPLAY NOTE: You cannot disable your current input source. At anytime, a minimum of two input sources have to be enabled. PICTURE (in PC Mode) Using the Picture menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projector. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Allows you to optimize the display image: Presentation, Bright, IDEO MODE...
  • Page 36: Picture (In Video Mode)

    PICTURE (in Video Mode) Using the Picture menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projectors. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Allows you to optimize the display image: Presentation, Bright, IDEO MODE Movie, sRGB (provides more accurate color representation), and Custom (set your preferred settings).If you adjust the settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness, Tint, and Advanced, the projector automatically switches to Custom.
  • Page 37: Display (In Pc Mode)

    PICTURE ADVANCED Using the Picture Advanced menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projector. The Picture Advanced menu provides the following options: —Use to adjust the display white intensity. HITE NTENSITY —Allows you to adjust the color temperature. The screen appears OLOR cooler at higher color temperatures and warmer at lower color temperatures.
  • Page 38 • Original — Select Original to maintain the aspect ratio of image projected according to input source. • 4:3 — The input source scales to fit the screen and projects a 4:3 image. • Wide — The input source scales to fit the width of the screen to project a wide screen image.
  • Page 39: Display (In Video Mode)

    DISPLAY (in Video Mode) Using the Display menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projector. The Picture menu, provides the following options: —Allows you to select the aspect ratio to adjust how the image SPECT ATIO appears. • Original —...
  • Page 40: Lamp

    LAMP Using the Lamp menu, you can adjust the display settings of your projector. The Lamp menu provides the following options: —Allows you to select between Normal and ECO mode. Normal mode operates at full power level. ECO Mode operates at a lower power level which may provide longer lamp life, quieter operation, and dimmer luminance output on the screen.
  • Page 41 —Allows you to set the language for the OSD. Press to activate the ANGUAGE Language menu. —Allows you to select the projector mode, depending upon how ROJECTOR the projector is mounted. • Front Projection-Desktop — This is the default option. •...
  • Page 42 —Select On to activate network connection. Select Off to disable ETWORK network connection. Press to activate Network menu. See "NETWORK" on page 42. NETWORK The Network menu allows you to configure the network connection settings. DHCP—If a DHCP server exists in the network to which the projector is connected, the IP address will automatically be acquired when you select DHCP On.
  • Page 43: Information

    INFORMATION The Information menu displays the current projector settings. OTHERS The Others menu allows you to change settings for Menu, Screen, Audio, Power, Security, and Closed Caption (for NTSC only). You can also perform Test Pattern and Factory Reset. — Select and press to activate menu settings.
  • Page 44 To capture a full image, ensure the input signal that is connected to the projector is 1280 x 800 resolution. — Select Dell to use the Dell logo as wallpaper. Select Captured to CREEN set the captured image as wallpaper.
  • Page 45 — Select the Audio input source, options are: Audio-A, Audio- UDIO NPUT B, Audio-C, HDMI and DisplayPort. — Press to decrease the volume and to increase the volume. OLUME — Select On to enable speaker. Select Off to disable speaker. PEAKER —...
  • Page 46 — Select and press to activate security settings. The ECURITY ETTINGS security settings menu allows you to enable and set password protection. — When Password Protect is enabled, a Password Protect screen ASSWORD requesting you to enter a password will be displayed when the power plug is inserted into the electrical outlet and the power for the projector is first turned on.
  • Page 47 If you have entered an incorrect password, you will be given another 2 chances. After the three invalid attempts, the projector will automatically turn off. NOTE: If you forget your password, contact DELL™ or a qualified service personnel. To disable the password function, select Off to disable the function.
  • Page 48 —Key in the original password, then enter the new HANGE ASSWORD password and confirm the new password again. — Select On to enable close caption and activate the closed LOSED APTION caption menu. Select an appropriate closed captions option: CC1, CC2, CC3, and CC4.
  • Page 49 NOTE: Closed caption option is available for NTSC only. — Test Pattern is used to test focus and resolution. ATTERN You can enable or disable the Test Pattern by selecting Off, 1 or 2. You can also invoke the Test Pattern 1 by pressing and holding down buttons on the control panel simultaneously for 2 seconds.
  • Page 50: Managing The Projector From Web Management

    Managing the Projector From Web Management Configuring the Network Setting If the projector is connected to a network, you can access the projector using a web browser by configuring the network setting (TCP/IP). When using the network function, the IP address should be unique. For configuring the network setting, refer to "NETWORK"...
  • Page 51: Managing Properties

    Managing Properties Home • Access the Web Management Home page by entering the projector’s IP address at the web browser. See "NETWORK" on page 42. • Language: Allows you to set the language for web management. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 52 Network Settings See OSD section on page 42. • Set up the Model Name, Projector Name, Location and Contact information (up to 21 characters for each field). Press Save to store the settings. • Choose DHCP to assign an IP address to the projector from a DHCP server automatically, or Manual to assign an IP address manually.
  • Page 53 Projector Status and Control Page • Projector Status: There are 4 status: Lamp On, Standby, Power Saving and Cooling. Click the Refresh button to refresh the status and control settings. • Power Saving: Power Saving can be set to Off, 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Refer to page 45.
  • Page 54 - Bright: Maximum brightness and contrast. - Movie: For viewing movie & photo. - sRGB: Provide a more accurate color representation. - Custom: User preferred settings. • Blank Screen: You can select On or Off. • Aspect Ratio: Allows you to select the aspect ratio to adjust how the image appears.
  • Page 55 E-mail Alert • E-mail Alert: You can set whether to be notified by email (Enable) or not (Disable). • To/CC/From: You can enter email address of sender (From) and recipients (To/Cc) to receive notification when an abnormality or warning occurs. •...
  • Page 56 • New Password: Enter new password • Confirm Password: Enter password again and submit • Write Community: Set security for SNMP . Enter password and submit. NOTE: Contact Dell if you forget your administrator password. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 57 Login Page • Administrator Password: Enter the Administrator Password and click Login. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 58 Firmware Update Use the Firmware Update page to update your projector’s firmware. Press Update to start. • Please wait till the count reaches 0. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 59 • Wait for 3 seconds and it will proceed to the next step automatically. • Select the file to upgrade and click the Upgrade button. When upgrading is in progress, the Cancel button is disabled. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 60 • Please wait till the count reaches 0. • When upgrade is complete, please click the ReLogin button to go back to the Web Management Home Page. Using Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 61 TIPS: I would like remote access the To have a better setting for the browser, please projector via Internet. What is follow the steps below: the better setting for the Open Control Panel Internet Options browser? General tab Temporary Internet Files Settings Tick Every visit to the pages.
  • Page 62 Some SMTP servers will check whether the mail address of "From" correlates with the "User name" and "Password". For example, you use test@dell.com as the mail address in "From". You should also use test@dell.com account information for the User name and the password to log in the SMTP server.
  • Page 63: Troubleshooting Your Projector

    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 76. Problem Possible Solution No image appears on the • Ensure that the lens cap is removed and the screen projector is turned on.
  • Page 64 Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image control or the control panel. If you are using a Dell™ portable computer, set the resolution of the computer to WXGA (1280 x 800) or XGA (1024 x 768): Right-click the unused portion of your ®...
  • Page 65 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™. Troubleshooting Your Projector Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 66 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 Try to press the Menu button on the panel for the screen 15 seconds to unlock the OSD.
  • Page 67: Guiding Signals

    Ensure that the air vents are not blocked AMBER and that the ambient temperature is within operational range. If the problem persists, contact Dell. Lamp The lamp is overheated. The air vents overheated may be blocked. The projector automatically shuts down.
  • Page 68 AMBER Unplug the power cord after three AMBER AMBER Flashing minutes and then turn on the projector. If this problem persists, contact Dell. Fault - DC Power supply has been interrupted. The supplies projector automatically shuts down. AMBER (secondary)
  • Page 69: Changing The Lamp

    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 76.
  • Page 70 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.
  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications Light Valve 0.65" WXGA DMD Type A, DarkChip2™ Brightness 3500 ANSI Lumens (Max.) Contrast Ratio 2000:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off) Uniformity 80% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA) Number of Pixels 1280x800 (WXGA) Displayable Color 16.7M colors Color Wheel Speed Projection Lens F-Stop: F/ 2.55~2.83 Focal length, f=18.2~21.8 mm...
  • Page 72 Noise Level 35 dB(A) Normal mode, 32 dB(A) Eco mode Weight 6.35 lbs (2.88 kg) Dimensions (W x H x D) 11.26 x 4.33 x 9.76 inches (286 x 110 x 247.8 mm) 4.33"(110mm) Environmental Operating temperature: 5 C - 35 C (41 F- 95 Humidity: 80% maximum...
  • Page 73 USB port: One USB slave for remote support. RS232 port: One mini-DIN 6-pins for RS232 communication. RJ45 port: One RJ45 connector for control of projector through network. 12V output: One 12V DC / 200mA max. relay output for driving automatic screen. DisplayPort: One DisplayPort (1.0) connector.
  • Page 74 Example: Power ON Command (Send low byte firstly) --> 0xBE, 0xEF, 0x10, 0x05, 0x00, 0xC6, 0xFF, 0x11, 0x11, 0x01, 0x00, 0x01 • Control Commands List To view the latest RS232 code, go to the Dell Support site at: support.dell.com. Specifications Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...
  • Page 75 Compatibility Modes (Analog/Digital) Hsync Frequency Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz) Pixel Clock (MHz) (KHz) 640 x 350 70.087 31.469 25.175 640 x 480 59.940 31.469 25.175 640 x 480 p60 59.940 31.469 25.175 720 x 480 p60 59.940 31.469 27.000 720 x 576 p50 50.000 31.250 27.000...
  • Page 76: Contacting Dell

    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 support.dell.com.
  • Page 77: Appendix: Glossary

    Appendix: Glossary ANSI L — A standard for measuring the brightness. It is calculated by UMENS dividing a square meter image into nine equal rectangles, measuring the lux (or brightness) reading at the center of each rectangle, and averaging these nine points.
  • Page 78 dB — decibel — A unit used to express relative difference in power or intensity, usually between two acoustic or electric signals, equal to ten times the common logarithm of the ratio of the two levels. Diagonal Screen — A method of measuring the size of a screen or a projected image.
  • Page 79 room. This is usually limited by focal range of the optics. Minimum Distance — The closest position that a projector can focus an image onto a screen. NTSC — National Television Standards Committee. North American standard for video and broadcasting, with a video format of 525 lines at 30 frames per second. PAL —...
  • Page 80 Index Connecting with a Component Cable 16 Adjusting the Projected Image 22 Connecting with a Composite Adjusting the Projector Height Cable 15 Connecting with an HDMI lower the projector Cable 17 Elevator button 22 Connecting with an S-video Elevator foot 22 Cable 14 Tilt adjustment wheel 22 DisplayPort cable 13...
  • Page 81 Display (in Video Mode) 39 Input Select 34 Contact Dell 6 Lamp 40 Control Panel 25 Main Menu 33 Others 43 Picture (in PC Mode) 35 Picture (in Video Mode) 36 DC Adapter 9 Set Up 40 Dell contacting 76...
  • Page 82 Projection Distance 71 Projection Lens 71 Projection Screen Size 71 RS232 Protocol 74 Uniformity 71 Video Compatibility 71 Weight 72 support contacting Dell 76 telephone numbers 76 Test Pattern 49 Troubleshooting 63 Contact Dell 63 Index Get other manuals https://www.bkmanuals.com...

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