Troubleshooting Your Projector 43Image is out of focus 1 Adjust the focus ring on the projector lens.2 Ensure that the projection screen is withinthe required distance from the projector(3.28 ft [1 m] to 39.37 ft [12 m]).The image is stretched whendisplaying a 16:9 DVDThe projector automatically detects the inputsignal format. It will maintain the aspect ratioof the projected image according to inputsignal format with an Original setting.If the image is still stretched, adjust the aspectratio in the Set Up menu in the OSD.Image is reversed Select Set Up from the OSD and adjust theprojector mode.Lamp is burned out or makesa popping soundWhen the lamp reaches its end of life, it mayburn out and may make a loud popping sound.If this occurs, the projector does not turn backon. To replace the lamp, see "Changing theLamp" on page 47.LAMP light is solid amber If the LAMP light is solid amber, replace thelamp.LAMP light is blinking amber If the LAMP light is blinking amber, Lampmodule connection may be disrupted. Pleasecheck the lamp module and ensure that it isproperly installed.If the LAMP light and the Power light areblinking amber, the lamp driver has failed andthe projector will automatically shut down.If the LAMP and TEMP light are blinkingamber and the Power light is solid blue, thecolor wheel has failed and the projector willautomatically shut down.To clear the protection mode, press and holdthe POWER button for 10 seconds.TEMP light is solid amber The projector has overheated. The displayautomatically shuts down. Turn the display onagain after the projector cools down. If theproblem persists, contact Dell™.Problem(continued) Possible Solution(continued)Downloaded From projector-manual.com DELL Manuals