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  • Page 1 Dell™ S500/S500wi Projector User’s Guide Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • 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

    Connecting to Local Area Network ... To project an image and control the projector that is connected to a network through a RJ45 cable. Contents Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 4 Using the Wrist Strap (for S500wi only) ..Installing the Remote Control Batteries ..Charging the Interactive Pen Battery (for S500wi only) Contents Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 5 Your Computer ....S500 or S500wi Wireless Application Software Presentation to Go (PtG) Installation ..
  • Page 6 ....Appendix: Glossary ....Contents Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 7: 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. S500/S500wi Package Contents Power cable 1.8 m VGA cable (VGA to VGA) AAA Batteries (2) Remote control CD User’s Guide and Documentation...
  • Page 8 Only for S500wi Package Contents Interactive Pen Wrist strap Interwrite Workspace CD 2 m Mini USB cable (USB-A to Mini 5 m Mini USB cable (USB-A to Mini USB-B) USB-B) Your Dell Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 9: About Your Projector

    Top View Bottom View Control panel Focus tab Lens IR receivers Lamp cover Mounting holes for wall mount: Screw hole M4 x 10 mm depth. Recommended torque <10 kgf-cm Tilt adjustment wheel Your Dell Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 10: About Your Interactive Pen (For S500Wi Only)

    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. Your Dell Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 11 • Recommended Projector Wall Mount Kit (P/N: N4MYM). For more information, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. • For more information, see the Safety Information that shipped with your projector. • The S500/S500wi projector can only be used indoors. Your Dell Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 12: Connecting Your Projector

    17 Audio-B left-channel input connector 18 Microphone connector HDMI connector 19 Audio output connector Mini USB (Mini Type B) connector for remote mouse, Interactive function and firmware upgrade 10 WiFi USB (Type A) connector Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 13: Installing The Optional Wireless Dongle

    Your projector must be installed with a wireless dongle if you want to use the wireless networking option. Refer to "Wireless Networking Installation" on page 73. The wireless dongle is not shipped with your S500 projector. You can purchase it on the Dell website at www.dell.com. NOTE: Wireless dongle embedded for S500wi.

  • Page 14: Install The Cable Cover

    Follow the following steps to assemble the cable cover and your projector. Locate the cable cover in the projector's box. Assemble the cable cover to your projector at the Right. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Computer

    VGA to VGA cable USB-A to Mini USB-B cable NOTE: The Mini USB cable must be connected if you want to use the Page Up and Page Down features on the remote control. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 16: 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 www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 17: Connecting A Computer Using A Rs232 Cable

    Connecting a Computer Using a 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 18: Connecting A Computer By Usb Cable

    Power cord USB-A to USB-B cable NOTE: Plug and Play. Only one USB cable is shipped with your projector. An additional USB cable can be purchased on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 19: Connecting A Computer Using Wireless

    NOTE: Your projector must be installed wireless dongle if you want to use the wireless networking. Refer to "Wireless Networking Installation" on page 73. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 20: 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 www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 21: 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 www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 22: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A 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 www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 23: Connecting A Dvd Player Using A Hdmi Cable

    Connecting a DVD Player Using a HDMI Cable Power cord HDMI cable NOTE: The HDMI cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the HDMI cable on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 24: Connecting To Local Area Network

    RJ45 cable. Local Area Network (LAN) Power cord RJ45 cable NOTE: The RJ45 cable is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the RJ45 cable on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 25: Professional Installation Options: Installation For Driving Automatic Screen

    Automatic Screen NOTE: Use a 12 V DC plug in, 1.7 mm (ID) x 4.00 mm (OD) x 9.5 mm (shaft), to connect the automatic screen to the projector. 12 V DC Plug Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 26: 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 27: Connecting With Your Interactive Pen

    Connecting With Your Interactive Pen (for S500wi only) Power cord VGA to VGA cable USB-A to Mini USB-B cable 12 V DC Plug Motorized Projection Screen Interactive Pen Connecting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 28 There are three options available for your computer and projector connections: a use a Mini USB cable b use a LAN cable (need to install the Dell Wireless Application Software) c use WLAN (need to install the Dell Wireless Application...

  • Page 29: Using Your Projector

    The message disappears after 5 seconds or you can press the Menu button to clear it. Press the Power button again. The cooling fans continue to operate for 120 seconds. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Projected Image

    Lowering the Projector Height Lower the projector, and use the two tilt adjustment wheels to fine-tune the display angle. Tilt adjustment wheel (Angle of tilt: -3 to 0.6 degree) Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Projector Focus

    Do not spray cleaners or solvents directly on the projector. WARNING: Cleaning a wall-mounted projector can result in a fall or injury. You can remove the projector from the wall-mounting bracket to clean the projector's mirror. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 32: Adjusting Projection Image Size

    Adjusting Projection Image Size S500/S500wi Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 33 (152 cm) (161 cm) (171 cm) Distance 1.60' 1.71' 1.81' 1.92' 2.02' 2.15' (0.489 m) (0.521 m) (0.553 m) (0.585 m) (0.617 m) (0.655 m) * This graph is for user reference only. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 34: Using The Control Panel

    Component (YPbPr via VGA), HDMI, and S-Video sources when multiple sources are connected to the projector. Menu Press to activate the OSD. Use the directional keys and the Menu button to navigate through the OSD. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 35 • Internal temperature of the projector is too high • Color wheel failure For more information, see "Troubleshooting Your Projector" on page 108 and "Guiding Signals" on page 114. 10 Enter Press to confirm the selection item. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 36: Using The Remote Control

    29 and "Turning Your Projector Off" on page 29. Press to confirm the selection. Enter Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display Right (OSD) Menu items. Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display Down (OSD) Menu items. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 37 Pressing the Video Mode button again will switch between modes. 14 Blank screen Press to hide/unhide the image. 15 Up Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 38 Press to switch between Analog RGB, Composite, Component (YPbPr, via VGA), HDMI, and S-Video source. 26 Auto Adjust Press to synchronize the projector with the input source. Auto adjust does not operate if the OSD is displayed. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 39: Using The Interactive Pen (For S500Wi Only)

    • If the nib is engaged, the Pen will switch to Draw mode and the button function will be temporarily disabled. • When the nib wears out, change the nib head as shown below. Unlock Lock Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 40: Osd Warning Messages - Low Battery

    • Left + Function: The Pen Information menu appears on the screen. • Hold Function: Hold the Function button for 2 seconds and the Function mean will appear on the screen. Use Left/Right to move up/down and use Function to enter/apply. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 41 • When Toggle is selected in the Set Function menu, press the Function button to select Normal/Draw/Stable mode. NOTE: Interactive pen cannot support Windows Mouse property function "Switch primary and secondary buttons". Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 42: Using The Wrist Strap (For S500Wi Only)

    Interactive Pen, and prevent damage to the Interactive Pen, surrounding objects, or injury to other people. Feed the cord on the wrist strap through the connector holder. Wear the wrist strap on your wrist. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 43: Installing The Remote Control 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. Slip the battery cover back. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 44: Charging The Interactive Pen Battery (For S500Wi Only)

    Always use the included mini USB cable and your computer (or use the Docking Charger) to charge the Interactive Pen. The Docking Charger is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase it on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Using Your Projector...

  • Page 45: Docking Charger Introduction (Optional, For S500Wi Only)

    Power cord connector NOTE: The Docking Charger is not shipped with your projector. You can purchase the Docking Charger on the Dell website at www.dell.com. LED Indicator on Docking Charger Green LED Solid When the docking charger is switched on, the Green LED will turn solid ON.
  • Page 46 Charger error or bad battery is identified. Docking Charger Specification (Power Supply) Model: Interactive Projector Pen Charging Station Power Supply: Input AC 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz, 0.2 A Output DC 5 V/1 A Maximum temperature: 40 ºC Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 47: Charging The Interactive Pen Battery By Docking Charger

    To charge the battery, you can follow the following steps to install: Connect the power cable to the wall outlet. Plug the Interactive Pen into the Mini USB port of the docking charger. Turn On the power switch on the docking charger. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 48 For first time use, it takes at least 4-5 hours to fully charge the battery. A fully charged battery will allow up to 25 hours of non-stop use or up to 4 weeks in standby. CAUTION: If your docking charger cannot charge, contact DELL™. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 49: Operating Range With Remote Control

    Operating range Angle ±20° Distance 7 m/22.97 feet Angle 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 50: Operating Range With Interactive Pen

    • Can support multiple pens (up to 10 pens) connecting to one projector but the pens cannot be used simultaneously. • Actual operating range may slightly differ from the diagram. • The projector brightness decay will affect the operating range of the pen. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 51: Using The On-Screen Display

    • To exit the OSD, press the Menu button directly on the control panel or the remote control. NOTE: OSD structure and set are the same for the S500 and S500wi models. INPUT SOURCE The Input Source menu allows you to select your projector's input source.

  • Page 52: Auto Adjust

    —Allows you to display photo and PPT files from your USB flash. See IEWER "Presentation to Go (PtG) Installation" on page 82. AUTO ADJUST Auto Adjust automatically adjusts the projector's Horizontal, Vertical, Frequency, and Tracking in PC mode. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 53: Brightness/Contrast

    Bright, Movie, sRGB (provides more accurate color representation), and Custom (set your preferred settings). NOTE: If you adjust the settings for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness, Tint, and Advanced the projector automatically switches to Custom. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 54: Volume

    The Audio Input menu allows you to select your audio input source. The options are: Audio-A, Audio-B, HDMI, Wireless/LAN, and Microphone. ADVANCED SETTINGS The Advanced Settings menu allows you to change settings for Image, Display, Projector, Wireless/LAN, Menu, Power, and Information. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 55 When you adjust the values in the Color Adjust menu, the Custom mode is activated. The values are saved in the Custom mode. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 56 MAGE ETTINGS NPUT OURCE settings. The image settings menu provides the following options: VGA O — Select On or Off the VGA output function at projector UTPUT standby status. Default is Off. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 57 Adjust the image scale by pressing and press to view on your remote control only. —Press to activate the Zoom AVIGATION Navigation menu. to navigate the projection screen. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 58 If you see a discrete or overlapping image while wearing NVERT DLP 3D goggles, you may need to execute 'Invert' to get best match of left/right image sequence to get the correct image. (For DLP 3D goggles) Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 59 1. When you want to create a 3D experience, you will need a few other components including: Computer/Laptop with a 120 Hz signal output quad-buffered graphics card. "Active" 3D glasses with DLP Link™. 3D content. See "Note 4". 3D Player. (Example: Stereoscopic Player...) Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 60 Allows you to select the projector mode, depending ROJECTOR upon how the projector is mounted. •Rear Projection-Desktop — The projector reverses the image so that you can project from behind a translucent screen. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 61 CC2, CC3, and CC4. NOTE: Closed caption option is available for NTSC only. — Default is Dell logo as wallpaper. You can also select TARTUP CREEN Capture Screen option to capture the screen display. The following message appears on the screen.
  • Page 62 Reset items include both computer sources and Video source settings. /LAN S LAN M )— Select and press to activate IRELESS ETTINGS Wireless/LAN settings. The Wireless/LAN settings menu provides the following options: Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 63 After the setup is complete, press the button to exit. 3. After the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS is set up, select Store and press button to store the settings. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 64 2. Press the button to enter IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, or DNS to set the value. (The selected option is highlighted in blue) buttonto select the option. button to set the value. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 65 If you enable this feature, you will be asked to enter the projector’s password after you turn on the projector: First time password input request: Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 66 2 If you have entered an incorrect password, you will be given another two chances. After three invalid attempts, the projector will automatically turn off. NOTE: If you forget your password, contact DELL™ or a qualified service personnel. 3 To disable the password function, select the Disable option to close the function.
  • Page 67 —Key in the original password. Then, enter the new HANGE ASSWORD password and confirm the new password again. S500wi Change Password screen S500 Change Password screen — Select and press to activate power settings. The power OWER ETTINGS settings menu provides the following options: Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 68 S500 )— Select and press to activate NTERACTIVE ETTINGS WI ONLY Interactive settings. The Interactive settings menu provides the following options: —Select On to enable Interactive Pen function. NTERACTIVE NOTE: Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 69 Interactive Pen limits the pointer to vertical or horizontal moves only. If the left button is released, the pointer can resume to move freely. This mode is best for drawing vertical or horizontal lines on the screen. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 70 •Middle Mouse — Set the function as the scroll wheel of the mouse. •Double Click — Set the function as double-clicking. •Disable — Disable the Function button. —Allows you to set the pairing mode selection as Open or AIRING Fixed. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 71 •Pairing Mode — When you select Open, follow the on-screen steps to set your Interactive Pen into the open mode. (This mode can let you use your Interactive Pen with any Dell interactive projector when the pen points to the screen.) •Fixed Mode —...

  • Page 72: Language

    — The information menu displays the current S500 or S500wi NFORMATION projector settings. LANGUAGE Allows you to set the language for the OSD. Press to activate the Language menu. HELP If you encounter problems with your projector, you can access the help menu for troubleshooting.

  • Page 73: Wireless Networking Installation

    Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or 7.0 (recommended) or 8.0, Firefox 1.5 or 2.0, and Safari 3.0 and above NOTE: Wireless Networking Installation steps are the same for the S500 and S500wi models. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 74: Enable Wireless On The Projector

    Enable Wireless on the Projector In order to use your projector wirelessly, you need to complete the steps below: Install the optional wireless dongle (Optional in S500). See "Installing the Optional Wireless Dongle" on page 13. NOTE: Wireless dongle embedded for S500wi.

  • Page 75: Install The Wireless Application Software On Your Computer

    ADDRESS. You will need these information to log in in later. Install the Wireless Application Software on Your Computer In order to use your wireless projector, you must install the software on your system. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 76 Connect your computer to the S500 or S500wi wireless network. NOTE: • Your computer must have wireless network function to detect the connection. • When you connect to the S500 or S500wi wireless network, you will lose wireless connectivity with other wireless networks. ® NOTE: Remember to turn off all proxies.
  • Page 77 If the web page does not load automatically, enter the IP address noted from the projector’s screen in the browser’s address bar. The S500 or S500wi Web Management page opens. For first-time use, click Download. Select the appropriate operating system, then click Download.

  • Page 78: S500 Or S500Wi Wireless Application Software

    If you are unable to install the application because of inadequate rights on the computer, please contact your network administrator. S500 or S500wi Wireless Application Software Once the installation is complete, the S500 or S500wi Wireless Application software will launch and will search for the projector automatically. The below screen appears:...
  • Page 79 S500 Log in screen S500wi Log in screen NOTE: If the IP Address is not detected, enter the IP Address displayed at the bottom left corner of the screen. Understanding the Buttons After a successful log in, the following menu bar appears on the computer screen.
  • Page 80 <=100% NOTE: The percentage of screen variation is based on 1024 x 768. Example to, display a 320 x 240 video clip on 1024 x 768 desktop, the screen variation is 9.8%. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 81 Click to make application token. See "Make PPLICATION OKEN Application Token" on page 107. — Click to display system information. — Click to display the application version. BOUT — Click to close the application. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 82: Presentation To Go (Ptg) Installation

    32-bit or 64-bit - Office 2003 and Office 2007 NOTE: Presentation to Go (PtG) installation steps are the same for the S500 and S500wi models. In order to use your USB Viewer, you need to complete the steps below: Enable Wireless/LAN function on the projector. See "Wireless/LAN Settings (in LAN Mode)"...

  • Page 83: Ptg Viewer

    PtG Viewer System will stay in this page when ready. Photo Viewer Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 84: Ptg/Photo Function Introduction

    PtG/Photo Function Introduction Show valid PtG and Photo files which are stored in the USB disk. NOTE: If only one disk is detected, the system will skip this step. PtG Overview Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 85: Photo Overview

    Photo Pre Page Next Page Back No function Playback function NOTE: If you enter the OSD menu while using PtG, PtG navigation by the up, down, and left buttons will not function. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 86: Set Up Ptg Converter - Lite

    Please follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. PtG Converter - Lite Application Software Please launch the "PtG Converter - Lite". The below screen appears: Click to start conversion. Select the PowerPoint file you want to convert. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 87 If your computer does not have MS PowerPoint installed, file convert will fail. PtG converter only supports up to 20 pages. PtG converter only supports conversion of .ppt files to .PtG files. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 88: Managing The Projector From Web Management

    You can now access Web Management and manage the projector from a remote location. NOTE: Web management and set are the same for the S500 and S500wi models. Home Page • Access the Web Management Home page by entering the projector’s IP address at the web browser.
  • Page 89 Download the Wireless Application Software See also "Wireless Networking Installation" on page 73. Click the Download button of the corresponding operating system of your computer. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 90 Split 4- The presentation from the computer appears on the lower right corner of the screen. • Stop - Projection from the computer is stopped. IP Address: Shows each computer’s IP Address. NOTE: To end the conference, click Home. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 91: Managing Properties

    An administrator password is required to access the Admin page. • Admin Password: Enter the administrator password and then click Login. The default password is "admin". To change the password, see "Change Passwords" on page 96. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 92 System Status Displays the Network Status, Connection Status, and Projector Status information. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 93 Default Gateway, and DNS Server address from a DHCP server, or Disable to disable this function. Wireless Setup • Choose Enabled to set up the Region, SSID, SSID Broadcast, Channel, Encryption, and Key. Choose Disable to disable the wireless set up. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 94 Internet Only: Block users from the office network but still reserve Internet connection capability. Set Security For SNMP • Setup Write Community information. Click the Apply button to save and apply changes. The projector must be restarted for the changes to take effect. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 95 • Set up the Model Name, Projector Name, Location, and Contact information (up to 21 characters for each field). Click the Apply button to save and apply changes. The projector must be restarted for the changes to take effect. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 96 This page allows you to change the administrator password. • Enter New Password: Enter the new password. • Confirm New Password: Enter the password again and click Apply. NOTE: Contact Dell if you forget your administrator password. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 97 Reset to Default Click the Apply button to restore the wireless/network setup to its factory default settings. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 98 Click the Update button to start. Wait while the system updates the firmware in your device. CAUTION: Do not interrupt the update process and this may cause the system to crash! Click OK when the update is complete. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 99 Temperature warning. Your projector might lock up in protection mode if any of the alerts are activated. To exit the protection mode, click the Clear button to clear the Alert Status before you power on your projector. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 100 • Volume: Select the value (0~20) for audio volume. • Speaker: Select On to enable the audio function or select Off to disable the audio function. Click the Factory Reset button to restore the factory default settings. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 101 Click the Save button to the save settings. NOTE: E-mail alert is designed to work with a standard SMPT server using default 25 port. It does not support encryption and authentication (SSL or TLS). Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 102 Reboot System Click Reboot to reboot the system. Crestron For Crestron function. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 103 Why am I unable to access the Check whether your computer/laptop is projector via the Internet? connected to the Internet. Check with your MIS or network administrator whether your computer/laptop is in the same subnet. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 104 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 105 Programs > McAfee > McAfee Security Center). On the personal firewall plus tab, click View the Internet Applications List. Find and select Dell S500 or S500wi Projector from the list. Right-click on its Permissions column. Select Allow Full Access from the pop-up menu.
  • Page 106 On the General tab, uncheck Don’t allow exceptions. On the Exceptions tab, click the Add Program... button. Find and select Dell S500 or S500wi Projector from the list of programs, then click OK. Click OK to confirm exceptions settings. Zone Alarm Open Zone Alarm Firewall (Start >...

  • Page 107: Make Application Token

    The following screen appears. Click Next. Plug a flash drive into any of the USB ports on your computer. Select the drive from the list, then click Next. Click Finish to close the wizard. Using Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 108: 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 125). Problem Possible Solution No image appears on the • Ensure that you have chosen the correct...
  • Page 109 Press the Auto Adjust button on the incorrectly displayed image remote control or the control panel. If you are using a Dell™ portable computer, set the resolution of the computer to WXGA (1280 x 800): Right-click the unused portion of your ®...
  • Page 110 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. Troubleshooting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 111 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 112: Troubleshooting Your Interactive Pen

    2 Menu -> Advanced Settings -> Wireless/Network Settings -> Wireless Settings • When using Wireless or LAN connection, check if Dell Wireless Application Software is connected. (Only support full screen mode output). • Check if Photo sensor is facing towards the screen.
  • Page 113 Cannot use Nib If the Nib is worn out, replace with a new Nib. When using USB Display, can Wireless USB function is not supported. Wireless USB function be used? Troubleshooting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 114: Guiding Signals

    AMBER Unplug the power cord after three AMBER AMBER Flashing minutes and then turn on the projector. If this problem persists, contact Dell. Lamp module Lamp module connection may be connection disrupted. Check the lamp module and AMBER failed ensure that it is properly installed.

  • Page 115: Interactive Pen Led Guiding Signals

    Pen put on the charger or charging when connect USB cable by Solid ON battery low Laptop Battery Pen put on the charger or charging when connect USB cable by battery full Laptop Troubleshooting Your Projector Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 116: 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 125. CAUTION: Use an original lamp to ensure safe and optimal working condition of your projector.
  • Page 117 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.

  • Page 118: Specifications

    (Network On) Eco mode: 320 W ± 10% @ 110 Vac (Network On) Power saving mode: <10 W (Wireless and Network Standby mode: < 0.5 W (Network Off, and VGA_OUT Off, and Wireless Off) Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 119 Operating temperature: 5 ºC - 35 ºC (41 ºF- 95 ºF) Humidity: 80% maximum Storage temperature: 0 ºC to 60 ºC (32 ºF to 140 ºF) Humidity: 90% maximum Shipping temperature: -20 ºC to 60 ºC (-4 ºF to 140 ºF) Humidity: 90% maximum Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 120 RJ45 port: One RJ45 connector for control of projector through network and LAN Display. Microphone: One 3.5 mm stereo mini phone jack (Pink). 12 V output: One 12 V DC / 200 mA max. relay output for driving automatic screen. Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 121 Wireless Dongle Wireless Standard: IEEE802.11b/g/n Wireless: One WiFi USB (type A) connector for supporting wireless dongle (Embedded WiFi, USB interface, S500 is optional). OS environment: Windows 7/Vista/XP/2000, MAC OS X Support: Presentation slides and projector control. Allow connection up to 30 users at the same time.
  • Page 122 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 Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 123 1280 x 960 85.002 85.938 148.500 1920 x 1080 60.000 67.500 148.500 1400 X 1050 74.867 82.278 156.000 1280 x 1024 85.024 91.146 157.000 1440 X 900 84.842 80.430 157.000 1600 x 1200 60.000 75.000 162.000 Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 124 800 x 600 119.972 76.302 73.250 1024 x 768 119.989 97.551 115.500 1280 x 720 120.000 101.563 146.250 Specifications Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 125: 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 126: Contacting Einstruction

    International eInstruction Software Technical Support, EMEA Phone: +33 1 58 31 1065 Email: EU.Support@einstruction.com Web-based Technical Support is available at: www.einstruction.com (in US) www.einstruction.de (in Germany) www.einstruction.fr (in France) www.einstruction.it (in Italy) www.einstruction.es (in Spain) Contacting Dell Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

  • Page 127: Appendix: Glossary

    ANSI contrast ratio. Full On/Off contrast is always a larger number than ANSI contrast for the same projector. Glossary Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 128 (bright enough) in a fully darkened room. Maximum Image Size — The largest image a projector can throw in a darkened room. This is usually limited by focal range of the optics. Glossary Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 129 Zoom Lens Ratio — Is the ratio between the smallest and largest image a lens can project from a fixed distance. For example, a 1.4:1 zoom lens ratio means that a 10 foot image without zoom would be a 14 foot image with full zoom. Glossary Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 130 Firmware upgrade. 12 HDMI cable 23 Power code connector 12 Power cord 15 RJ45 connector 12 RS232 connector 12 RS232 cable 17 Security bar 12 S-Video cable 20 Security cable slot 12 To Computer 15 Index Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 131 Mini USB charge connector 10 Power switch 10 Replaceable nib 10 Remote Control 36 Wrist strap holder 10 IR receiver 34 Main Unit 9 Specifications Control panel 9 Audio 119 Focus tab 9 Brightness 118 IR receivers 9 Index Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...
  • Page 132 Power Supply 118 Projection Distance 118 Projection Lens 118 Projection Screen Size 118 RS232 Protocol 122 Uniformity 118 Video Compatibility 118 Weight 119 support contacting Dell 125 telephone numbers 125 Troubleshooting 108 Contact Dell 108 Index Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals...

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