Using Your Projector 133Using Your ProjectorTurning Your Projector OnNOTE: Turn on the projector before you turn on the source. The power buttonlight blinks blue until pressed.1 Remove the lens cap.2 Connect the power cord and appropriate signal cables. For information aboutconnecting the projector, see "Connecting Your Projector" on page 7.3 Press the power button (see "Using the Control Panel" on page 17 to locate thepower button). The Dell logo displays for 30 seconds.4 Turn on your source (computer, DVD player, etc.). The projector automaticallydetects your source.If the "Searching for signal..." message appears on the screen, ensurethat the appropriate cables are securely connected.If you have multiple sources connected to the projector, press the Source buttonon the remote control or control panel to select the desired source.Turning Your Projector OffNOTICE: Unplug the projector after properly shutting down as explained in thefollowing procedure.1 Press the power button.2 Press the power button again. The cooling fans continue to operate for 60 seconds.3 Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and the projector.NOTE: If you press the power button while the projector is running, the "PowerOff the Lamp?" message appears on the screen. To clear the message, press anybutton on the control panel or ignore the message; the message disappears after 3seconds.
