Epson PowerLite 7900p Projector

Light

Description and solution

Green

When the P power light is flashing green, the projector is warming up. Wait for the image to appear.

Green

When the P power light is green, the projector is operating normally.

Orange

When the P power light is flashing orange,

 

 

the projector is cooling down. Do not

 

unplug it until the light stops flashing and

 

remains orange. If you want to turn it back

 

on, wait until the light stops flashing.

Red

When the power and temperature lights

are flashing, the projector is getting too hot

 

 

and is in rapid cooling mode. You can

 

continue running it in this condition,

Orange

however, verify that the air filter is not

clogged. Clean or replace it as described on

 

page 21.

 

Make sure the room temperature is not

 

above 104 °F (40 °C) and there is plenty of

 

space around and under the projector for

 

ventilation.

Red

When the power and temperature lights

are red, the projector has overheated,

 

 

which turns off the lamp automatically.

 

Wait about 5 minutes for the projector to

Red

cool, then unplug the power cord.

Verify that the air filter is not clogged.

 

 

Clean or replace it as described on page 21.

 

Make sure the room temperature is not

 

above 104 °F (40 °C) and there is plenty of

 

space around and under the projector for

 

ventilation. Then plug the power cord back

 

in and press the P Power button.

 

If the projector continues to overheat,

 

contact Epson for help.

Red

When the P power light is red and the temperature light is flashing red, there is a

problem with a fan or temperature sensor.

Red Turn off the projector, unplug the power cord and contact Epson for help.

Light

Description and solution

Green

When the P power light is green and the

 

Orange

lamp light is flashing orange, the lamp has

been used for at least 1900 hours. To

 

 

ensure continued operation, you should

 

replace it as soon as possible (see

 

page 21).

Red

When the P power light is red and the

 

lamp light is flashing red, the lamp has

Red

burned out. Replace it as described on

page 21.

 

 

If these lights come on after replacing the

 

lamp, make sure the lamp is fully inserted

 

and the lamp cover is attached.

Red

 

Red

If all three lights are red, the projector has

an internal problem. Turn off the projector,

 

Red

unplug the power cord and contact Epson

for help.

Cleaning the Lens

Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.

Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.

To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning paper. If necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the lens surface.

Caution: Do not use glass cleaner to clean the lens.

Cleaning the Projector

Before you clean the case, first turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.

To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth.

To remove stubborn dirt or stains, moisten a soft cloth with water and a mild detergent. Then wipe the case.

Do not use wax, alcohol, benzene, paint thinner, or other chemical cleaning agents. These can damage the case.

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