Guiding Signals

Projector

 

Control Buttons

 

Indicator

Description

 

 

 

 

TEMP

 

Status

Power

LAMP (Amber)

 

 

 

(Amber)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Standby mode

Projector in Standby mode. Ready to power

BLUE

OFF

OFF

 

on.

Flashing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warming up

Projector takes some time to warm up and

BLUE

OFF

OFF

mode

power on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lamp on

Projector in Normal mode, ready to display

 

 

 

 

an image.

BLUE

OFF

OFF

 

Note: The OSD menu is not accessed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cooling mode

Projector is cooling to shutdown.

BLUE

OFF

OFF

 

 

 

 

 

Power Saving

Power Saving mode has been activated. The

 

 

 

mode

projector will automatically enter standby

AMBER

OFF

OFF

 

mode, if an input signal is not detected in

Flashing

 

 

 

 

two hours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cooling before

The projector takes 60 seconds to cool down

 

 

 

Power Saving

before entering Power Saving mode.

AMBER

OFF

OFF

mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Projector

Air vents might be blocked or ambient

 

 

 

overheated

temperature may be above 35ºC. The

 

 

 

 

projector automatically shuts down. Ensure

 

 

 

 

that the air vents are not blocked and that

OFF

AMBER

OFF

 

the ambient temperature is within

 

 

 

 

operational range. If the problem persists,

 

 

 

 

contact Dell.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lamp driver

The lamp driver is overheated. The air vents

 

 

 

overheated

may be blocked. The projector automatically

 

 

 

 

shuts down. Turn the display on again after

AMBER

AMBER

OFF

 

the projector cools down. If the problem

 

 

 

 

persists, contact Dell.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fan breakdown

One of the fans has failed. The projector

 

AMBER

 

 

automatically shuts down. If the problem

ÒFF

OFF

 

Flashing

 

persists, contact Dell.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lamp driver

The lamp driver has failed. The projector

 

 

 

breakdown

automatically shuts down. Unplug the power

AMBER

 

AMBER

 

cord after three minutes then turn the

OFF

 

Flashing

Flashing

 

display on again. If this problem persists,

 

 

 

 

 

 

contact Dell.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Color Wheel

Color wheel cannot start. The projector has

 

 

 

breakdown

failed and the projector automatically shuts

 

AMBER

AMBER

 

down. Unplug the power cord after three

BLUE

 

Flashing

Flashing

 

minutes and then turn on the projector. If

 

 

 

 

 

 

this problem persists, contact Dell.

 

 

 

Fault - DC

Power supply has been interrupted. The

supply (+12V)

projector automatically shuts down. Unplug

 

the power cord after three minutes and then

 

turn on the projector. If this problem

 

persists, contact Dell.

AMBER AMBER AMBER Flashing

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Troubleshooting Your Projector

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1210S specifications

The Dell 1210S is a compact and efficient projector designed for an array of presentation environments. Renowned for its portability, the 1210S is ideal for business professionals, educators, and anyone who requires a reliable device for on-the-go presentations or in fixed settings. Its lightweight design makes it easy to transport, allowing users to easily carry it in a bag or briefcase without added bulk.

One of the standout features of the Dell 1210S is its brightness, offering up to 3000 ANSI lumens. This high brightness ensures that images remain clear and vivid, even in well-lit rooms. Whether you are projecting during the day or in artificial lighting, the 1210S delivers picture quality that captivates audiences. Additionally, the projector boasts a 2000:1 contrast ratio, which enhances the differentiation between light and dark areas in images, providing sharp details for presentations.

The native resolution of the Dell 1210S is SVGA (800 x 600), which is suitable for standard presentations. However, it supports multiple video formats, allowing it to project content from various sources effortlessly. It also includes features like auto keystone correction that adjusts the image automatically when the projector is set up at an angle, ensuring a perfect picture every time.

The Dell 1210S employs DLP technology, known for its reliability and longevity. This technology produces vibrant colors and consistent image quality with minimal degradation over time. The projector has a lamp life of up to 3000 hours in standard mode, meaning users can rely on it for prolonged use without frequent lamp replacements.

Connectivity options are robust, featuring VGA, S-Video, composite video, and USB ports, which allow the Dell 1210S to connect to a wide range of devices, including laptops, DVD players, and document cameras. This versatility enhances its usability across different settings, whether it's a classroom, boardroom, or conference hall.

Finally, the operational noise level is minimal, rated at approximately 34 dB, enabling it to run quietly in the background while presentations are in full swing. The combination of efficiency, connectivity, and image quality makes the Dell 1210S a solid choice for anyone seeking a dependable projector for professional or educational use.