Be sure to read the following safeguards when setting up your projector.
Introduction
Caution concerning the lamp unit
■Potential hazard of glass particles if lamp ruptures. In case of lamp rupture, contact your nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service Center for a replacement.
See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 65.
■If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a protection cir- cuit will automatically put the projector into the standby mode. This does not indicate a malfunction. Remove the projector power cord from the wall outlet and wait at least 10 minutes. Place the projector where the in- take and exhaust vents are not blocked, plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. This will return the projector to the normal operating condition.
Caution concerning the setup of the projector
■For minimal servicing and to maintain high image qual- ity, SHARP recommends that this projector be installed in an area free from humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the projector is subjected to these environments, the lens must be cleaned more often. As long as the projector is regularly cleaned, use in these environ- ments will not reduce the overall operation life of the unit. Internal cleaning should only be performed by a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
Caution regarding transportation of the projector
■When transporting the projector, be sure not to subject it to hard impact and/or vibration, as this can result in damage. Take extra care with the lens. Before moving the projector, be sure to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, and disconnect any other cables con- nected to it.
■Do not carry the projector by holding the lens.
■When transporting the projector, be sure to attach the lens shipping block and the lens cap to the projector.
Do not set up the projector in places exposed to direct sunlight or bright light.
■Position the screen so that it is not in direct sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on the screen washes out the colors, making viewing difficult. Close the cur- tains and dim the lights when setting up the screen in a sunny or bright room.
The projector may be safely tilted to a maximum angle of 12 degrees.
■Placement should be within ±12 degrees of horizontal.
Other connected equipment
■When connecting a computer or other
■Please read the operation manuals of the projector and the equipment to be connected for instructions on how to make the connections.
Using the projector in other countries
■The power supply voltage and the shape of the plug may vary depending on the region or country you are using the projector in. When using the projector over- seas, be sure to use an appropriate power cord for the country you are in.
Do not subject the projector to hard impact and/ or vibration.
■Take care with the lens so as not to hit or damage the surface of the lens.
Rest your eyes occasionally.
■Continuously watching the screen for long hours will cause eye strain. Be sure to occasionally rest your eyes.
Avoid locations with extremes of temperature.
■The operating temperature of the projector is from 41°F to 95°F (+5°C to +35°C).
■The storage temperature of the projector is from
Do not block the exhaust and intake vents.
■Allow at least 7 7/8 inches (20 cm) of space between the exhaust vent and the nearest wall or obstruction.
■Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust vent are not obstructed.
Temperature monitor function
■If the projector starts to overheat
due to setup problems or blockage
of the air vents, “
” and “
” will illuminate in the lower left cor-
ner of the picture. If the temperature continues to rise, the lamp will turn off, the temperature warning indicator on the projector will blink, and after a
Info
•The cooling fan regulates the internal temperature, and its performance is automatically controlled. The sound of the fan may change during projector operation due to changes in the fan speed. This does not indicate malfunction.
•Do not unplug the power cord during projection or cool- ing fan operation. This can cause damage due to rise in internal temperature, as the cooling fan also stops.
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