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  • Page 1 Dell™ Mobile Projector (M900HD) User’s Guide Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com 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 and DLP BrilliantColor are trademarks of T...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Your Dell Projector ..... . . About Your Projector ..... .

  • Page 4: 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 1.2 m USB cable (USB-A to USB-A) Remote control Carrying case CD User’s Guide and Documentation Sleeve cover...

  • Page 5: 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 (5 °C to 35 °C). Your Dell Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 6 •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 M900HD projector can only be used indoors. Your Dell Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 7: Connecting Your Projector

    Connecting Your Projector Security cable slot HDMI connector Power cord connector USB type A connector for USB display, multimedia playback (Video/Music/Photo/Office Viewer), USB memory storage access (USB flash drive/internal memory) and projector firmware upgrade SD card slot for multimedia Audio-out connector playback (Video/ Music/ Photo/ Office Viewer) CAUTION:...

  • Page 8: Connecting To A Computer

    Plug and Play. Only one USB (type A to A) cable is shipped with your projector. An additional USB (type A to A) cable can be purchased on the Dell website at www.dell.com. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 9 ® Connecting a Computer Using Intel WiDi or Wi-Fi NOTE: Your computer should be equipped with a wireless connector and properly configured to detect another wireless connection. Refer to your computer’s documentation on how to configure a wireless connection. ® NOTE: To connect a computer via Intel WiDi, your computer must...

  • Page 10: Connecting To Smartphone Or Tablet Using Wi-Fi

    Android or iOS devices wirelessly. After installing and launching the application on your mobile device, enable Wi-Fi on your mobile device and connect to the projector network, Dell M900HD. For more Information, please visit go to Dell Support site at dell.com/support.

  • Page 11: Connecting A Dvd Player

    HDMI STANDBY/ON ENTER DVD/USB HOME RETURN MENU 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 ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 12: Connecting To Multimedia

    Connecting to Multimedia Connecting Multimedia Using a USB Flash Disk Power cord USB flash disk NOTE: The USB flash disk is not shipped with your projector. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 13 Connecting Multimedia Using a SD Card Power cord SD card NOTE: The SD card is not shipped with your projector. Connecting Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 14: 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 white until pressed. Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables to the projector. For information about connecting the projector, see "Connecting Your Projector"...

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Projected Image

    NOTE: Before you turn on the projector again, wait for 60 seconds to allow the internal temperature to stabilize. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector. Adjusting the Projected Image Raising the Projector Height Press the Elevator button. Raise the projector to the desired display angle, and then release the button to lock the elevator foot into position.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Projector Focus

    Adjusting the Projector Focus CAUTION: To avoid damaging the projector, ensure that the elevator foot is fully retracted before moving the projector or placing the projector in its carrying case. Rotate the focus ring until the image is clear. The projector focuses at distances ranging between 2.98 ft to 7.87 ft (91 cm to 240 cm).

  • Page 17: Adjusting Projection Image Size

    Adjusting Projection Image Size 80" (203.2 cm) 70" (177.8 cm) 60" (152.4 cm) 50" (127.0 cm) 40" (101.6 cm) 30" (76.2 cm) 2.98' (0.91 m) Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 18 Screen size Desired Distance (m) From base to top of image Diagonal (inch) (cm) W (cm) x H (cm) 0.91 65 x 41 1.21 86 x 54 1.51 108 x 67 129 x 80 150 x 94 171 x 107 113 * This graph is for user reference only.

  • Page 19: Using The Control Panel

    Using the Control Panel TEMP LED If the TEMP amber indicator is on or blinking, one of the following problems could be occurring: • Internal temperature of the projector is too high For more information, see "Troubleshooting Your Projector" on page 71 and "Guiding Signals"...
  • Page 20 Down / Keystone Press to navigate through the On-Screen adjustment Display (OSD) Menu items. Press to adjust image distortion caused by tilting the projector (+/-40 degrees). Menu Press to activate the OSD. Use the directional keys and the Menu button to navigate through the OSD.

  • Page 21: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 18 18 11 11 12 12 Source Press to switch between Analog RGB, Composite, and HDMI source. Video mode The projector has preset configurations that are optimized for displaying data (presentation slides) or video (movies, games, etc.).
  • Page 22 Menu Press to activate the OSD. Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Left Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. Enter Press to confirm the selection. Keystone Press to adjust image distortion caused by adjustment tilting the projector (+/-40 degrees).

  • Page 23: Installing The Remote Control Battery

    Installing the Remote Control Battery Remove the battery holder by holding down the side release firmly and pulling out the battery holder. Insert a CR2025 coin cell battery and align the polarity correctly according to the marking in the battery holder. NOTE: When you use the remote control for the first time, there is a plastic sheet...

  • Page 24: Operating Range With Remote Control

    Operating Range with Remote Control Angle Operating range Angle ±20° Distance 7 m/22.97 feet Angle NOTE: Actual operating range may slightly differ from the diagram. Weak battery will also prevent the remote control from properly operating the projector. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 25: 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. • Press the Menu button on the control panel or the remote control to enter the Main Menu. •...
  • Page 26 When you connect the projector and computer via USB cable, a USB Connected message will pop up and allow you to select DoUSB or Storage Mode. VIDEO MODE The Video Mode menu allows you to optimize the display image. The options are: Presentation, Bright, Movie, sRGB (provides more accurate color representation), and Custom (set your preferred settings) mode.
  • Page 27 ADVANCED SETTINGS The Advanced Settings menu allows you to change settings for Image, Display, Projector, Menu, Power, and Information. — Select and press to activate image settings. The image MAGE ETTINGS settings menu provides the following options: —Press to adjust the brightness of the RIGHTNESS image.
  • Page 28 — Select and press to activate display settings. The ISPLAY ETTINGS display settings menu provides the following options: —Allows you to select the aspect ratio to adjust SPECT ATIO how the image appears. Options are: Origin, 16:10, and 4:3. • Origin — Select Origin to maintain the aspect ratio of the image projector according to the input source.
  • Page 29 —Allows you to select the projector mode, ROJECTOR depending upon how the projector is mounted. • Rear Projection-Desktop — The projector reverses the image so that you can project from behind a translucent screen. • Rear Projection-Ceiling Mount — The projector reverses and turns the image upside down.
  • Page 30 —Select Confirm and press to reset all ACTORY ESET settings to its factory default. The below warning message appears: Reset items include both computer sources and Video source settings. — Select and press to activate the menu settings. The ETTINGS menu settings consists of the following options: —Allows you to change the position of the OSITION...
  • Page 31 If you have entered an incorrect password, you will be given two more chances. After three invalid attempts, the projector will automatically turn off. NOTE: If you forget your password, contact DELL or a qualified service person. To disable the password function, select the Disable option to close the function.
  • Page 32 To delete the password, select the Delete option. —Key in the original password. Then, enter HANGE ASSWORD the new password and confirm the new password again. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 33 Normal mode operates at full power level. ECO mode operates at a lower power level which may provide longer LED life, quieter operation, and dimmer luminance output on the screen. — The information menu displays the current M900HD NFORMATION projector settings. Using Your Projector...
  • Page 34 LANGUAGE Allows you to set the language for the OSD. Press to select different languages and press to change the language. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 35: Multimedia Introduction

    Multimedia Introduction Multimedia format supported: Photo Format Image Type Sub Type Encode Type Max Pixels (Ext Name) 8000 x 8000 8000 x 8000 8000 x 8000 JPEG/JPG Baseline YUV420 8000 x 8000 YUV422 YUV440 YUV444 progressive YUV420 8000 x 8000 YUV422 YUV440 YUV444...
  • Page 36 How to set-up File Type for Multimedia with USB NOTE: A USB flash disk must be plugged into the projector if you want to use the multimedia USB function. Follow these steps to playback the Photo, Video, or Music files on your projector: Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button.
  • Page 37 Access the Input Source menu, select the USB option, and press the button. The USB Screen shown below appears: Select the multimedia files: Photo, Video, Music, or Office Viewer, and then press the to start playing. Or select the Setup option to change multimedia settings.
  • Page 38 How to set-up File Type for Multimedia with SD Card NOTE: A SD card must be plugged into the projector if you want to use the multimedia SD function. Follow these steps to playback the Photo, Video, or Music files on your projector: Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button.
  • Page 39 Access the Input Source menu, select the SD option and press the button. The SD Screen shown below appears: Select the multimedia files: Photo, Video, Music, or Office Viewer, and then press the to start playing. Or select the Setup option to change multimedia settings.
  • Page 40 How to set-up File Type for Multimedia with Internal Memory Follow these steps to playback the Photo, Video, or Music files on your projector: Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button. Access the Input Source menu, select the Internal Memory option and press the button.
  • Page 41 The Internal Memory Screen shown below appears: Select the multimedia files: Photo, Video, Music, or Office Viewer, and then press the to start playing. Or select the Setup option to change multimedia settings. See "Multimedia Setup" on page 43. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 42 Office Viewer for the USB, SD, and Internal Memory The Office Viewer feature allows you to use MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and PDF files. Buttons Introduction Use the up, down, left, and right buttons for navigation and button on your projector's control panel or remote control to select.
  • Page 43 Multimedia SETUP for USB, SD Card, and Internal Memory The multimedia setup menu allows you to change settings for Photo, Video, and Music. NOTE: Multimedia setup menu and set are the same for the USB, SD card, and Internal Memory. —...

  • Page 44: Intel Wireless Display (Widi) Installation

    ® Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Installation ® NOTE: Your computer must have the following Intel Wireless Display system requirements: System Requirement Component Processor ONE of the following mobile processors: ® 3rd generation Intel Core™ Processor: all mobile processors ® 3rd Generation Intel Core™...
  • Page 45 System Requirement Component ® ® ® Software Intel My Wi-Fi Technology (Intel MWT) and Intel Wireless Display must be pre-installed and enabled. Operating System Windows 7 (64-bit), Home Premium, Ultimate or Professional Windows 7 (32-bit), Home Premium, Ultimate, Professional or Basic Windows 8 32-bit and 64-bit editions ®...
  • Page 46 Press the Menu button on your projector control panel or remote control. NOTE: buttons to navigate and to select. ® Select the input source as Intel WiDi. ® The Intel WiDi Guide Screen shown below appears: Take note of the ADAPTER NAME and PIN CODE. You will need this information to log in later.
  • Page 47 ® Intel WiDi, you will see the “Intel WiDi” application in your search results. Connect your computer to Dell M900HD. Login ® Login with the PIN Code provided in Step 4 of Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Installation, then click OK.

  • Page 48: Wi-Fi Display Installation

    Wi-Fi Display Installation NOTE: Your computer must have the following minimum system requirements: Operating System: • Windows Microsoft Windows XP Home or Professional Service pack 2 (32-bit recommended), Windows Vista 32-bit, and Windows 7 Home or Professional 32-bit or 64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit or 64-bit •...
  • Page 49 Enable Wi-Fi on the Projector Connect the power cable and press the power button. Press the Menu button on your projector control panel or remote control. NOTE: buttons to navigate and to select. Select the input source as Wi-Fi. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 50 The Wireless Guide Screen shown below appears: Take note of the Wireless Network (SSID), IP Address, and Access Code. You will need this information to log in later. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 51 Connect your computer to the M900HD wireless network. NOTE: • Your computer must have wireless network function to detect the connection. • When you connect to the M900HD wireless network, you will lose wireless connectivity with other wireless networks. ® NOTE: Remember to turn off all proxies.
  • Page 52 If the web page does not load automatically, enter the IP address (default IP address is 192.168.100.10) noted from the projector’s screen in the browser’s address bar. The M900HD Web Management page opens. For first time use, click Download. Select the appropriate operating system, then click Download.
  • Page 53 Click Run to proceed with the one-time installation of the software. NOTE: You may choose to save the file and install it at a later time. To do this, click Save. NOTE: If you are unable to install the application because of inadequate rights on the computer, please contact your network administrator.
  • Page 54 If the program does not launch automatically, you can double-click the icon on the desktop to start the application. Select the Dell M900HD Wireless Mobile, and then click OK. Login Login with the Access Code provided in Step 4 of Wi-Fi Display Installation, then click OK.
  • Page 55 Understanding the Buttons After a successful log in, the following screen appears: Item Description Status Bar Settings Click to activate the application settings. Minimize button Click to minimize the application. Close button Click to exit the application. Controls Toolbar Information Click to display SSID, IP, and Access Code information.
  • Page 56 Using the Settings Click to display the settings menu. — Allows you to setup the resolution. ESOLUTION — Allows you to setup the default projection mode. ISPLAY Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 57 — Allows you to change the audio settings. UDIO USB D — Allows you to create USB dongle. See "Make Application ONGLE Token" on page 70. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 58 — Displays the application version. BOUT Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 59: 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. Accessing Web Management Use Internet Explorer 6.0 and above or Firefox 2.0 and above and enter the IP address.
  • Page 60 Download the Dell Projector Connection Manager See also "Wi-Fi Display Installation" on page 48. Click the Download button of the corresponding operating system of your computer. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 61 Managing Properties Admin 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 66. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 62 System Status Displays the Network Status, Connection Status, and Projector Status information. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 63 Network Status IP Setup • Choose Obtain an IP address automatically to assign an IP address to the projector automatically, or Use the following IP address to assign an IP address manually. DHCP Server Setup • Choose Auto to automatically set up the Start IP, End IP, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS Server address from a DHCP server, or Disable to disable this function.
  • Page 64 Wireless Setup • Choose Enable to set up the Region, SSID, SSID Broadcast, Frequency Band, Channel, Encryption, and Key. Choose Disable to disable the wireless set up. SSID: Up to maximum length of 32 characters. Encryption: You can Disable WPA key or select one of 64-bit or 128­ bit in ASCII or HEX string.
  • Page 65 Projection Setup Projection Setup Login Code: Select how you want the login code to be generated by the projector. There are three options: • Disable: Login code will not be required when logging in to the system. • Random: Default is Random. Login code will be randomly generated. • Use the following code: Enter a 4-digit code.
  • Page 66 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 ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 67 Reset to Default Click the Apply button to restore the wireless/network setup to its factory default settings. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 68 Use the Firmware Upgrade page to update your projector’s Wi-Fi and Intel WiDi firmware. To start firmware update, follow these steps: You can download the firmware files from dell.com/support. Press Browse to select the file to update. Click the Update button to start. Wait while the system updates the firmware in your device.
  • Page 69 Reboot System Click Reboot to reboot the system. Using Your Projector Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

  • Page 70: Make Application Token

    Make Application Token The Application Token lets you perform Plug and Show using a USB token. From the application software, click > USB Dongle. 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.

  • Page 71: 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 79). Problem Possible Solution • Ensure that the projector is turned on. No image appears on the •...
  • Page 72 If you experience difficulty in changing resolutions, or if your monitor freezes, restart all the equipment and the projector. If you are not using a Dell™ portable computer, see your documentation. If images are not displayed properly, please upgrade the video driver of your computer.
  • Page 73 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 LED is blinking If the projector fan fails, the projector will amber automatically shut down. Clear the projector mode by pressing and holding the POWER button for 10 seconds.

  • Page 74: Guiding Signals

    If the problem persists, contact Dell. One of the fans has failed. The AMBER breakdown projector automatically shuts down. Flashing If the problem persists, contact Dell. LED failure LED defective. AMBER R-LED driver Air vents might be blocked or the R­ over-heated LED driver has overheated.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Specifications Light Valve 0.45" WXGA S450 DMD, DarkChip3™ Brightness 900 ANSI Lumens (Max.) Contrast Ratio Max: 10000:1 APM Native: 700:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off) Uniformity 85% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA) Number of Pixels 1280 x 800 (WXGA) Aspect Ratio 16:10 Internal Flash 2 GB Memory (Max.)
  • Page 76 Dimensions (W x H x D) 9.13 x 1.69 x 6.46 inches (232 x 43 x 164 mm) 1.69"(43 mm) Environmental Operating temperature: 5 °C - 35 °C (41 °F- 95 °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...
  • Page 77 Wireless Wireless Standard: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n (2T2R) OS environment: Windows 8/7/Vista/XP/2000, MAC OS X Supports MobiShow and WiFi-Doc projection. Light Source Mercury-free LED (up to 20000 hours in Normal mode) NOTE: The LED life rating for any projector is a measure of brightness degradation only, and is not a specification for the time it takes a LED to fail and cease light output.
  • Page 78 Compatibility Modes (Digital) Refresh Rate Hsync Frequency Resolution Pixel Clock (MHz) (Hz) (KHz) 640 x 350 70.087 31.469 25.175 640 x 480 59.940 31.469 25.175 720 x 480 p60 59.940 31.469 27.000 720 x 576 p50 50.000 31.250 27.000 720 x 400 70.087 31.469 28.322...

  • Page 79: Contacting Dell

    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: 1 Visit go to www.dell.com/contactDell.

  • Page 80: Appendix: Glossary

    Web Management Appendix: Glossary ANSI Lumens — A standard for measuring the brightness. It is calculated by 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 81 FT high, 12 FT wide, screen has a diagonal of 15 FT. This document assumes that the diagonal dimensions are for the traditional 4:3 ratio of a computer image as per the example above. ® — Digital Light Processing™ — Reflective display technology developed by Texas Instruments, using small manipulated mirrors.
  • Page 82 SXGA — Super Extended Graphics Array, — 1280 x 1024 pixels count. UXGA — Ultra Extended Graphics Array — 1600 x 1200 pixels count. VGA — Video Graphics Array — 640 x 480 pixels count. XGA — Extended Video Graphics Array — 1024 x 768 pixels count. WXGA —...
  • Page 83 Audio-out connector 7 HDMI connector 7 On-Screen Display 25 Power cord connector 7 Input Source 25 Security cable slot 7 Contact Dell 4, 73 Control Panel 19 Password 30 phone numbers 79 Power Saving 33 Index Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...
  • Page 84 Noise Level 75 Number of Pixels 75 Power Consumption 75 Power Supply 75 Projection Distance 75 Projection Lens 75 Projection Screen Size 75 Uniformity 75 Video Compatibility 75 Weight 76 support contacting Dell 79, 80 Index Downloaded from ProjectorsManual.com Manuals...

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