Dell Projector 1850 User’s Guide
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your projector CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates potential damage to hardware or loss of data if instructions are not followed. WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. ____________________ Information in this document is subject to change without notice. © 2016 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Contents 1 About Your Dell Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Projector Box Contents . . . . . . Projector Top and Bottom View . Projector Connections . . . . . . . Using Remote Control . . . . . . . 2 Adjusting Projector Image . Troubleshooting . Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 13 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Troubleshooting Tips Guiding Signals . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . .
1 About 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. Projector Box Contents Package Contents Power cable VGA cable (VGA to VGA) Remote control AAA Batteries (2) POWER A A VOL AUTO ADJ. FREEZE BLANK ZOOM ZOOM INFO VGA VIDEO HDMI CD, User’s Guide, and Documentation Informacion Importante Documen tation Dell Projector 1850 0T8MMNA00 gh ts re se r ve d.
Projector Top and Bottom View Top View Bottom View 9 1 8 7 6 5 10 82.30 2 4 3 55.00 110.00 1 Status indicators 2 IR receivers 3 10W Speaker 4 Lens 5 Focus ring 6 Zoom tab 7 Power button 8 Lamp cover 9 Mounting holes for ceiling mount 10 Tilt adjustment wheel NOTE: Ceiling mount screw hole M3 x 6.5 mm depth. Recommended torque < 15 kgf-cm.
Projector Connections 1 9 2 8 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 3 76 4 5 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.
CAUTION: Safety Instructions 1 Do not use the projector near appliances that generate a lot of heat. 2 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. 3 Ensure that the projector is mounted in a well-ventilated area. 4 Do not block the ventilation slots and openings on the projector. 5 Ensure the projector operates between ambient temperatures (5 °C to 40 °C).
Using Remote Control POWER 1 14 2 15 3 MENU 16 17 18 19 20 21 ASPECT 5 VOL SOURCE VIDEO MODE KEYSTONE VOL AUTO ADJ. FREEZE PAGE 8 9 BLANK ZOOM ZOOM INFO VGA VIDEO HDMI 25 26 6 7 MUTE 22 23 24 4 10 11 12 13 1 Power Turns the projector on or off. 2 Enter Press to confirm the selection. 3 Right Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. 4 Down Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items.
6 Mute 7 Video mode Press to mute or un-mute the projector speaker. MUTE The projector has preset configurations that are optimized for displaying data (presentation slides) or video (movies, games, etc.). Press the Video Mode button to toggle between Presentation mode, Bright mode, Movie mode, sRGB, or Custom mode. Pressing the Video Mode button once will show the current display mode. Pressing the Video Mode button again will switch between modes. 8 Page up Press to move to the previous page.
19 Volume down 20 Keystone adjustment + Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+/-40 degrees). 21 Keystone adjustment - Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+/-40 degrees). 22 Auto Adjust Press to synchronize the projector with the input source. Auto adjust does not operate if the OSD is displayed. 23 Zoom + Press to increase the image. 24 Zoom - Press to decrease the image. 25 VGA Press to choose VGA source.
Remote Control Operating Range VIDEO VGA ZOOM ZOOM HDMI INFO AUTO ADJ. FREEZE KEYSTONE VOL BLANK Operating range PAGE MUTE VIDEO MODE VOL ASPECT MENU Distance ±30° SOURCE Angle 7 m/22.97 feet POWER Distance Angle 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 1 Raise the projector to the desired display angle, and use the front tilt adjustment wheel to fine-tune the display angle. 2 Use the tilt adjustment wheels to fine-tune the display angle. Lowering the Projector Height 1 Lower the projector, and use the front tilt adjustment wheel to fine-tune the display angle.
Adjusting Projector Focus 1 Rotate the 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).
Adjusting Image Size 305"(774.7 cm) ) 9" 27 6 cm 8.6 0 (7 275"(698.5 cm) 14 214"(543.56 cm) ) 5" 19 3 cm . 5 (49 153"(388.62 cm) ) 9" 13 6 cm 3.0 5 (3 92"(233.68 cm) Adjusting Projector Image 9.84' (3.0 m) 16.4' (5.0 m) 22.97' (7 m) ) " 84 6 cm 3.3 1 (2 29.53' (9.0 m) 32.81' (10.0 m) Projector to screen distance ) 1" 25 4 cm .5 7 (63 37"(93.98 cm) 33.46" (84.99 cm) 3.94' (1.
Adjusting Image Shape Min Zoom Projection Distance (m) [A] 1.2 Image size Height (cm) [H] Projector base to top of image (cm) [C] Projector base to bottom of image (cm) [D] 74 42 48 6 Diagonal (inch/cm) [B] Width (cm) [W] 33.46"/84.99 cm 3 84"/213.36 cm 185 104 121 17 5 139"/353.06 cm 309 174 201 27 7 195"/495.3 cm 432 243 282 39 9 251"/637.54 cm 556 313 363 50 10 279"/708.
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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 • Ensure that you have chosen the correct input source on the INPUT SOURCE menu. • Ensure the external graphics port is enabled. If you are using a Dell laptop computer, press (Fn+F8). For other computers, see your respective documentation.
Problem (continued) Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image Possible Solution (continued) 1 Press the Auto Adjust button on the remote control. 2 If you are using a Dell laptop computer, set the resolution of the computer to 1080p (1920 x 1080): a Right-click the unused portion of your Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click Properties, and then select Settings tab. b Verify that the setting is 1920 x 1080 pixels for the external monitor port. c Press (Fn+F8).
Problem (continued) Possible Solution (continued) Image color is incorrect • If the display receives the wrong signal output from the graphics card, please set the signal type to RGB in the OSD Image Settings of the Advanced Settings tab. • Use Test Pattern in the Projector Settings of the Advanced Settings menu. Ensure that the colors of the test pattern are correct. Image is out of focus 1 Adjust the focus ring on the projector lens.
Problem (continued) Possible Solution (continued) LAMP light is blinking amber If the LAMP light is blinking amber, the lamp module connection may be disrupted. Please check the lamp module and ensure that 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.
Guiding Signals Control Buttons Projector Status Description Indicator Power TEMP (Amber) LAMP (Amber) White Flashing OFF OFF Standby mode Projector in Standby mode. Ready to power on. 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.
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.
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.
Replacing Remote Control Batteries NOTE: Remove the batteries from the remote control when not in use. 1 Press the tab to lift the battery compartment cover. 2 Check the polarity (+/-) marking on the batteries. 1 2 according to the marking in the battery compartment. AAA AAA 3 Insert the batteries and align their polarity correctly 3 NOTE: Avoid mixing different types of batteries or using new and old batteries together. 24 Maintenance 4 AAA AAA 4 Slip the battery cover back.
5 Specifications Light Valve Brightness Contrast Ratio Uniformity Number of Pixels Aspect Ratio Displayable Color Color Wheel Speed 0.65" 1080p S600 DMD, DarkChip3™ 3000 ANSI Lumens (Max.) 2000:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off) 75% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA) 1920 x 1080 (1080p) 16:9 1.07 billion colors 2X Projection Lens 1 X for 3D Display F-Stop: F/2.5~2.67 Focal length, f=21.9-24 mm 1.1X manual Zoom Lens Throw ratio =1.48~1.
Audio Noise Level 1 speaker x 10 watt RMS Normal mode: 35 dB(A) Projector Weight Dimensions (W x H x D) Eco mode: 32 dB(A) 5.7 lbs (2.6 Kg) 12.38 x 3.45 x 8.8 inches (314.4 x 86.7 x 223.5 mm) 12. 38" (31 4.4 mm ) 8. 8" (2 23 .5 m m ) 3.45"(87.
Lamp Lamp life 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/1A output: One USB type A 5V DC / 1 A outputs for supporting wireless display dongle.
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.
Index A through) connector 6 Adjusting Projector Focus 13 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector Height 12 lower the projector Fixed rubber foot 12 Front tilt adjustment wheel 12 Adjusting the Projector Zoom and Focus Focus ring 13 Zoom tab 13 C Changing the Lamp 22 Connection Ports + 5V/1A DC out connector 6 Audio input connector 6 Audio output connector 6 Composite Video connector 6 HDMI connector 6 Mini USB (mini type B) connector for remote mouse and firmware upgrade 6 Power cord conne
Aspect Ratio 25 Audio 26 Brightness 25 Color Wheel Speed 25 Contrast Ratio 25 Dimensions 26 Displayable Color 25 Environmental 26 I/O Connectors 26 Light Valve 25 Noise Level 26 Number of Pixels 25 Power Consumption 25 Power Supply 25 Projection Distance 25 Projection Lens 25 Projection Screen Size 25 Projector Weight 26 Uniformity 25 Video Compatibility 25 support contacting Dell 28, 29 T telephone numbers 29 Index 31
