Replacing the Lamp, Resetting the Lamp Timer

Replacing the Lamp

When the indicator shows that there is zero (0) hours of lamp life remaining, the unit will automatically shut off within 10 minutes. If you see this message you should replace the lamp. However, you may replace the lamp anytime after the first warning message appears at approximately 300 hours of remaining lamp life.

1Switch the projector OFF, remove the power cord from the power outlet, and wait at least 45 minutes for the unit to cool.

2Prepare a new lamp.

3Check that the projector has cooled sufficiently, and gently

turn it upside down.

4 Loosen the two screws as shown in the diagram, and remove the lamp cover.

5 Loosen the one screw, and gently remove the lamp while holding the grips. Touching the inside of the lamp case may result in uneven coloring.

6Install the new lamp and tighten the one screw firmly. Make sure that the lamp assembly is seated properly before replacing the other screw.

7Replace the lamp cover in position and tighten the two

screws firmly.

8 Gently turn the projector right-side up.

CAUTION

•Ensure that screws are tightened properly. Screws not tightened fully may result in injury or accidents.

•Do not use the projector with the lamp cover removed.

Figure 11: Lamp Replacement

Resetting the Lamp Timer

After replacing the lamp, it is important that you reset the lamp timer. When the lamp has been replaced after the "THE POWER WILL TURN OFF AFTER 0hr." message is displayed, complete the following steps within 10 minutes of switching power ON. The power will be turned off automatically after 10 minutes.

1Switch POWER ON.

2From the OPTION menu select LAMP TIME with the description of "Adjusting the Projected Image".

3Press the RESET button and hold for approximately 3 seconds. The DEFAULT and CANCEL options will display.

4Press the Up arrow button to select the DEFAULT. The remaining lamp life is now reset to 2000 hours.

IMPORTANT: Do not reset the lamp timer without replacing the lamp. The message functions will not operate properly if the lamp timer is not reset correctly.

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