Timing of replacing the lamp
When the Lamp indicator lights up red or a message appears suggesting it is time to replace the lamp, please install a new lamp or consult your dealer. An old lamp may cause a malfunction in the projector and in some instances the lamp may explode. Go to http://lamp.BenQ.com for a replacement lamp.
The Lamp indicator light and Temperature warning light will light up if the lamp becomes too hot. Turn the power off and let the projector cool for 45 minutes. If the Lamp or Temp indicator still lights up after turning the power back on, please contact your dealer. See "Indicators" on page 49 for details.
The following Lamp warning displays will remind you to change the lamp.
Status | Message | |
Install a new lamp for optimal performance. If the projector is | WARNING | |
normally run with Economic selected (see "Getting to know the | ||
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lamp hour" on page 45), you may continue to operate the projector | NOTICE: Order replacement lamp | |
until the next hour lamp warning appears. | Lamp > XXXX hrs | |
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Press ENTER to dismiss the message. | Order a new lamp at | |
lamp.benq.com | ||
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| OK | |
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It is strongly recommended that you replace the lamp at this stage. | WARNING | |
The lamp is a consumable item. The lamp brightness diminishes with | ||
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use. This is normal lamp behavior. You can replace the lamp | NOTICE: Replace lamp soon | |
whenever you notice that the brightness level has significantly | Lamp > XXXX hrs | |
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diminished. | Order a new lamp at | |
| lamp.benq.com | |
Press ENTER to dismiss the message. | OK | |
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The lamp MUST be replaced before the projector will operate | WARNING | |
normally. | ||
NOTICE: Replace lamp now | ||
Press ENTER to dismiss the message. | Lamp > XXXX hrs | |
| Replace lamp (refer to User’s Manual) | |
| then reset lamp timer. | |
| Order a new lamp at | |
| lamp.benq.com | |
| OK | |
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"XXXX" shown in the above messages are numbers that vary depending on different models.
Replacing the lamp
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always turn the projector off and disconnect the power cable before changing the lamp.
•To reduce the risk of severe burns, allow the projector to cool for at least 45 minutes before replacing the lamp.
•To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and damage to internal components, use caution when removing lamp glass that has shattered into sharp pieces.
•To reduce the risk of injuries to fingers and/or compromising image quality by touching the lens, do not touch the empty lamp compartment when the lamp is removed.
•This lamp contains mercury. Consult your local hazardous waste regulations to dispose of this lamp in a proper manner.
46 Connecting with video equipment
