Dell Advanced Projector S718QL 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. Provide an earthing connection. Provide an earthing connection before the main plug is connected to the mains.
Contents 1 About Your Dell Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Projector Box Contents . . . . . . Projector Top and Bottom View Projector Connections . . . . . . . Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Adjusting Projector Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 6 7 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting Projected Zoom . . . . . . Projector Image Focus Adjustment Adjusting Projector Position . . .
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 1.8 m HDMI cable (2.
Projector Top and Bottom View Top View Bottom View 6 1 7 90.99 140.00 2 3 4 5 80.00 160.00 200.00 1 IR receivers 2 Status indicators 3 Power button 4 Lens 5 6W (x 2) speakers 6 Mounting holes for wall mount 7 Tilt adjustment wheel NOTE: Wall mount screw hole M4 x 9 mm depth.
Projector Connections 1 2 13 1 Mini USB (mini type B) connector for firmware upgrade 2 RJ45 connector 3 HDMI 1 (2.0) connector 4 HDMI 2 (1.4) connector 5 HDMI 3 (1.4) connector 6 USB (Type A) 3.0 connector for USB media playback and optional wireless dongle 7 Audio output connector 12 3 11 10 4 5 9 8 7 6 8 SPDIF connector 9 USB Type A Power (5V/1.8A) connector 10 USB Type A Power (5V/1.
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 (41°F to 104°F).
WARNING: Laser Safety Notice This product is classified as CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT - RISK GROUP 1 according to IEC 60825-1 : 2014. Complies with FDA regulations 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 as a Risk Group 1 , LIP ( Laser Illuminated Projector) as defined in IEC 62471:2006 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. •Failure to comply with the following could result in death or serious injury. •This projector has a built-in Class 4 laser module.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Industry Canada statement: This device complies with ISED’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’ ISED applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
Remote Control 1 9 10 Video Mode 2 11 3 12 13 4 5 6 7 14 15 Blank Freeze 8 1 Power Turns the projector on or off. 2 Back Returns to the previous screen. 3 Up Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. 4 Right Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. 5 Down Press to navigate through the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu items. 6 Volume down Press to decrease the volume.
7 Volume up Press to increase the volume. 8 Freeze Press to pause the screen image, then press "Freeze" again to resume normal projection. 9 Video in Press to switch between sources: HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3, Wireless/LAN Display, and USB Viewer. 10 Video mode The projector has preset configurations that are optimized for displaying data (presentation slides) or video (movies, games, etc.).
Remote Control Operating Range Blank Freeze Operating range Distance ±30° 7 m/22.97 feet Video Mode Angle 'LVWDQFH $QJOH $QJOH 'L VWD QF H eo e Vid od M nk la B Fr ze ee 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 rear tilt adjustment wheel 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. 3.6° 1 1 2 2 1 Rear tilt adjustment wheel (Angle of tilt: 0 to 3.
Projector Image Focus Adjustment 1 The Dell S718QL supports power focus. Steps: Advanced Settings > Projector Settings > Focus Adjust 2 Adjust the focus until the image is clear. The projector focuses at distances ranging between 0.32 ft to 0.74 ft (10 cm to 22.5 cm).
Adjusting Projector Position When you select a position for the projector, consider the size and shape of your screen, the location of your power outlets, and the distance between the projector and the rest of your equipment. Follow these general guidelines: • When positioning the projector to the screen, it must be at least 3.9 inches (10 cm) from the projection screen. • Position the projector to the required distance from the screen.
Case D Case C Upward Projection Case E Portrait Left Projection 18 Adjusting Projector Image Portrait Right Projection
Adjusting Image Corners Use 4 corner adjustment feature to get perfect, rectangular images. 1 Advanced Settings > Keystone Settings > Four Corner 2 At four corner screen, use , , and to select one corner and press to confirm. 3 Use , , and to adjust the image shape as necessary. 4 When you are finished, press "Menu" button to exit. NOTE: The function is unavailable when H./V. Keystone is adjusted.
Adjusting Image Size 130" (330.2 cm) 20 110" (279.4 cm) Adjusting Projector Image 0.32' (10.0 cm) 0.47' (14.2 cm) 100" (254.0 cm) 0.60' (18.4 cm) 0.74' (22.5 cm) Projector to screen distance (Horizontal) 120" (304.
Adjusting Image Shape Image size Distance from top of image to top of projector (L2) Projection Distance (L1) Diagonal (S1) inch cm inch 3.9 10.0 100 254.0 87.1 221.2 49.0 124.5 7.3 18.6 5.6 14.2 110 279.4 95.8 243.3 53.9 137.0 8.2 20.9 7.2 18.4 120 304.8 104.5 265.4 58.8 149.4 9.1 23.1 8.9 22.5 130 330.2 113.2 287.5 63.7 161.9 10.0 25.4 cm Width (S2) inch Height (S3) cm inch cm inch cm * This graph is for user reference only.
3 Using Your Projector Using Network Display Configure Your Projector for Network Display Connect Projector to the Network 1 Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button. 2 Press the Menu button on your projector control panel or remote control. NOTE: Use select.
3 Ensure DHCP option is Off from LAN settings of Advanced Settings menu. 4 Access the Input Source menu, select Network source.
Connect Projector Directly to the Computer A.Cable Connections 5 Connect the LAN cable to the projector and the computer. B.Switch Source 6 Connect the LAN cable to the projector and the computer via the switch source. 7 DHCP of LAN Settings switches to On. NOTE: If the DHCP setting is set to On, the IP sharing device will automatically assign a set of IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway.
Install Dell Network Projection Software on the Windows 1 Open Local Area Connection Properties, and then enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask, click OK. Steps: Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Change Adapter Setting > Local Area Connection 2 Open the Internet browser on your computer, and enter 10.0.50.100 (default) in the browser's address bar. You will be directed to the Dell S718QL Web Management page. 3 The S718QL Web Management page opens.
4 At the Download page, click Download Network Projection App For Windows 10/8/7/Vista/XP and install to your computer. NOTE: If you are unable to install the application because of inadequate rights on the computer, please contact your network administrator. 5 Click Run to proceed with the one-time installation of the software. 6 The installation software will launch. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup.
Install Dell Network Projection Software on the Mac 1 Open Local Area Connection Properties, and then enter the IP Address and Subnet Mask, click OK. Steps: Go > Applications > System Preferences > Network 2 Open the Safari browser on your Mac computer, and enter 10.0.50.100 (default) in the browser's address bar. You will be directed to the Dell S718QL Web Management page. 3 The S718QL web management page opens. For first-time use, click Download.
4 At the Download page, click You can also download for OSX and install to your computer. NOTE: If you are unable to install the application because of inadequate rights on the computer, please contact your network administrator. 5 Running Dell_Network_Projection_Mac.pkg from Downloads folder.
6 The installation software will launch. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup. Using the Dell Network Projection App (Windows) Once the installation is completed, you can double-click desktop to start the application.
1 At Dell Network Projection screen, click Find a Projector, and then select Dell_42FE21E1 (random code). This is the name & code that will be projected, when your projector is set to the 'Network' source. 2 Click Mirror Off option to start presenting.
Using the Dell Network Projection App (Mac) 1 1.Go to Applications folder, and then open the Network Projection folder. 2 Running Network Projection application from Network Projection folder.
3 At the Dell Network Projection screen, click Find a Projector, and then select Dell_CCDDEE01 (random code). This is the name & code that will be projected, when your projector is set to the 'Network' source. 4 Click Mirror Off option to start presenting.
Split Screen After the network projection connects, click Conference button to activate the split screen feature.
Understanding the Buttons Item Description Control Toolbar 34 Mirror Off/On Click to toggle network projection On/Off and screen extension. Quality Click to toggle High/Low quality. Audio Click to toggle audio On/Off. Conference Click to activate the conference control. Preference Click to activate the fast connection settings.
Using PC-Free Presentation Multimedia File Type Support Photos Media Type Ext Name JPEG jpg/jpeg Version Support Detailed Specification Notes Baseline mode: size <=65536 x 65536 Support baseline mode & progressive baseline Progressive baseline: • color mode=444, size <= 2080 x 2080 • color mode=(422, 440), size <=2544 x 2544 • color mode=(420, 400, 411, others), size <=2944 x 2944 JPEG (CMYK) is not support BMP bmp Size<=65536 x 65536 Support all modes PNG/GIF png/gif PNG<=65536 x 65536
Audio File Type File Extension Mpeg-1 Layer 3 mp3 WMA wma/asf WMV wav LPCM n/a (included in the video only) LPCM LPCM: Sampling rate: 8KHZ~192KHz; Bit rate: 64~4608 Kbps ADPCM n/a (included in the video only) 1. Microsoft ADPCM 2. IMA ADPCM (DVI_ADPCM) 3. SWF ADPCM 4. QT IMA ADPCM Microsoft ADPCM: Sampling rate: 8KHz; Bit rate: 32 Kbps OGG Vorbis ogg AMR amr/3ga 36 Version Support Detailed Specification Notes VBR: bit rate: 8~320 Kbps WMA 7~9.
Video File Type Video Type Audio Type Detailed Specification Notes MP4 (.mov, .mp4) MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) LPCM H.264: ADPCM 1. Main and High Profile @ level 4.2 ADPCM: 1. Microsoft ADPCM 2. IMA ADPCM (DVI_ADPCM) 3. SWF ADPCM 4. QT IMA ADPCM MPEG-Audio 2. Baseline @ level 3 3. 4K@24P MP4 (.mp4) H.265/HE VC MPEG-Audio H.265: HE-AAC, LCAAC 1. MP@L5.1 Main Tier AVI (.avi) MPEG-4 AVC (H.264) LPCM ADPCM MPEG-1: support up to 1080@60p MPEG-Audio H.264: 2. 4K@60P 10bit 1.
Setting up to present using External USB Storage NOTE: A USB flash disk must be plugged into the projector if you want to use the USB media playback feature. Follow these steps to play the Video, Audio, Photo, or PDF files on your projector: 1 Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button. 2 Plug in a USB flash disk to your projector. 3 Press the Menu button on the control panel or remote control. 4 Access the Input Source menu, select USB Viewer source.
5 Go to USB Viewer menu: a You can play Video, Music, or Photo files, or select Setting option to change multimedia settings.
The Music Source Screen shown below appears: The Photo Source Screen shown below appears: The Setting Source Screen shown below appears: 40 Using Your Projector
b You can also play MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, or PDF files via Document option.
Office Viewer File Type Support The office viewer feature allows you to play the MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and PDF files. File Type Support Version Pages/Lines Limitation Size Limitation Up to 1000 pages (One file) Up to 75 MB Up to 100 MB Word 2007, 2010 (.docx) Because office viewer does not load all pages of MS Word file at the same time, there are no obvious limitations of page and line.
Set-up Bluetooth Speaker NOTE: a Bluetooth transmitter range is 10 m. b Bluetooth sound profile supports Stereo (2 channel). c The S718QL projector Bluetooth transmitter can only communicate with one Bluetooth speaker at a time same time. d Bluetooth will not operate when 3.5 mm audio out or SPDIF is connected. e Up to five Bluetooth speakers can be paired & saved. f Once a Bluetooth speaker is paired, the projector will automatically connect to it when the projector is turned on.
3 When the Bluetooth function is enabled, select Scanning and Pairing, and then press the Enter button to enter the Scanning and Pairing screen. Pairing instruction shown below appears: a Click Scan button.
b When the Scan Devices list appears, select Device 1 and click the Pairing button. c Please enter the pairing code.
d When the pairing process is complete, select Device 1 from the Bluetooth Existing Devices list. Then click the Connect button.
Remove a Bluetooth Speaker 1 Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button. 2 Access the Advanced Settings menu. Select the Bluetooth Settings and then turn-on Bluetooth feature on the sub-menu. 3 When the Bluetooth function is enabled, select Scanning and Pairing, and then press the Enter button to enter the Scanning and Pairing screen.
a Click Scan button. b When the Scan Devices list appears, select Device 1 and click the Pairing button.
c Please enter the pairing code. d When the pairing process is complete, select Device 1 from the Bluetooth Existing Devices list. Then click the Connect button.
4 When you into Bluetooth Scanning and Pairing sub-menu, select the device you would like to remove, and then click Remove button.
Disconnect a Bluetooth Speaker 1 Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button. 2 Access the Advanced Settings menu. Select the Bluetooth Settings and then turn-on Bluetooth feature on the sub-menu. 3 When the Bluetooth function is enabled, select Scanning and Pairing, and then press the Enter button to enter the Scanning and Pairing screen.
a Click Scan button. b When the Scan Devices list appears, select Device 1 and click the Pairing button.
c Please enter the pairing code. d When the pairing process is complete, select Device 1 from the Bluetooth Existing Devices list. Then click the Connect button.
4 When you into Bluetooth Scanning and Pairing sub-menu, select Device 1, and then click Disconnect button.
Using High Dynamic Range (HDR) NOTE: a Only HDMI-1 port can support HDR feature. b PQ functions cannot be adjusted in HDR mode. Follow these steps to activate HDR feature: 1 Connect the power cable and turn on the projector by pressing the power button. 2 Connect the HDMI 2.0 cable to the projector HDMI-1 port and the computer or DVD player. NOTE: Your computer or DVD player must support the HDR function.
3 Access the Display Settings menu, select HDR and then follow the functionality difference to select Auto, Off, HDR1, HD2, or HD3 on the submenu.
4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips If you experience problems with your projector, see the following troubleshooting tips. If your problem persists, please 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) Possible Solution (continued) Partial, scrolling, or incorrectly displayed image If you are using a Dell laptop computer, set the resolution of the computer to 4K (3840 x 2160): aRight-click the unused portion of your Microsoft® Windows® desktop, click Properties, and then select Settings tab. bVerify that the setting is 3840 x 2160 pixels for the external monitor port. cPress (Fn+F8).
Problem (continued) Possible Solution (continued) The image is stretched The projector automatically detects the when displaying a 16:9 DVD input signal format. It will maintain the aspect ratio of the projected image according to the input signal format with an Original setting. If the image is still stretched, adjust the aspect ratio in the Display Settings of the Advanced Settings menu in the OSD.
Guiding Signals Control Buttons Projector Status Description Indicator Power TEMP (Amber) LAMP (Amber) Standby mode Projector in Standby mode. Ready to power on. White Flashing OFF OFF Warming up mode Projector takes some time to warm up and power on. White OFF OFF Laser Diode 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.
5 Maintenance Replacing the Remote Control Battery 1 Rotate the battery lid counterclockwise to remove the battery cover. 2 Insert a CR2032 coin cell battery and align the polarity correctly according to the marking in the battery holder. LT S 32 20 CR 3 V O NOTE: When you use the remote control for the first time, there is a plastic sheet between the battery and its contact. Remove the sheet before use. LT S 32 20 CR 3 V O 3 Rotate the battery lid clockwise to mount the battery cover.
6 Specifications Light Valve Brightness Contrast Ratio Uniformity Number of Pixels Aspect Ratio Displayable Color Color Wheel Speed Projection Lens 0.66" UHD TRP S610 DMD, DarkChip3™ 5000 ANSI Lumens (Max.) 1300:1 Typical (Full On/Full Off) 100000:1 High Contrast Ratio 80% Typical (Japan Standard - JBMA) 3840 x 2160 (4K) 16:9 1.07 billion colors 2 X for Normal F-Stop: F/2.74 Focal length, f=2.84 mm No Manual Zoom Lens, Fixed Throw ratio =Fixed UST 0.
Noise Level Normal mode: 33 dB(A) Projector Weight Dimensions (W x D x H) Eco mode: 29 dB(A) < 29.76 lb (13.5 Kg) 18.07 x 15.16 x 5.31 inches (459 x 385 x 135 mm) 18.07"(459 mm ) 5.31"(135 mm) 15 Environmental .
Light Source 64 Specifications RJ-45 port: One RJ-45 connector for build-in for network control and LAN display. SPDIF port: One SPDIF connector for digital audio output.
Compatibility Mode (Digital) Resolution Refresh Rate (Hz) H Sync Frequency (KHz) Pixel Clock (MHz) Support HDMI 1.4 or 2.0 640 x 480 59.940 31.469 25.175 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 640 x 480 75.000 37.500 31.500 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 640 x 480 85.008 43.269 36.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 720 x 480 p60 59.940 31.469 27.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 720 x 576 p50 50.000 31.250 27.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 800 x 600 60.317 37.879 40.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 800 x 600 75.000 46.875 49.500 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 800 x 600 85.
3840 x 2160 50.000 112.500 594.000 HDMI 2.0 3840 x 2160 60.000 135.000 594.000 HDMI 2.0 4096 x 2160 24.000 54.000 297.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 4096 x 2160 25.000 56.250 297.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 4096 x 2160 30.000 67.500 297.000 HDMI 1.4 & 2.0 4096 x 2160 50.000 112.500 594.000 HDMI 2.0 4096 x 2160 60.000 135.000 594.000 HDMI 2.
7 Additional Information For additional information on how to use your projector, please see the Dell Projectors User Guide at www.dell.com/support/manuals.
8 Contacting Dell For customers in the United States, call 800-WWW-DELL (800-456-3355). 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 Adjusting Projector Focus 16 Adjusting the Projected Image Adjusting the Projector Height 15 lower the projector Front tilt adjustment wheel 15 Rear tilt adjustment wheel 15 C Connection Ports Audio output connector 7 HDMI 1 (2.0) connector 7 HDMI 2 (1.4) connector 7 HDMI 3 (1.4) connector 7 Kensington cable slot 7 Mini USB (mini type B) connector for firmware upgrade 7 Power cord connector 7 RJ45 connector 7 RS232 connector 7 SPDIF connector 7 USB (Type A) 3.
Audio 62 Brightness 62 Color Wheel Speed 62 Contrast Ratio 62 Dimensions 63 Displayable Color 62 Environmental 63 I/O Connectors 63 Light Valve 62 Noise Level 63 Number of Pixels 62 Power Consumption 62 Power Supply 62 Projection Distance 62 Projection Lens 62 Projection Screen Size 62 Projector Weight 63 Uniformity 62 Video Compatibility 62 support contacting Dell 67, 68 T telephone numbers 68 70 Index
