Maintenance

Replacing the Lamp

When the time of use of the lamp exceeds the certain amount of time, the following message (two types) is displayed for 10 seconds every time the projector is turned on.

1,800 - less than 2,000 hours

Prepare the new lamp when this screen is dis- played.

Only [<], [>], the OK button, and the POWER button are available while this screen is dis- played.

When you press the POWER button, "Push POWER button again to turn off power." mes- sage appears.

After this screen has been displayed for 10 seconds and disappeared, all buttons become operable.

This message will not be displayed again if you select [Cancel] in response to the mes- sage "Do you want to display this message again?".

Over 2,000 hours

Replace the lamp by referring to the procedure on page 134 when this screen is displayed.

Only the POWER button is available while this screen is displayed.

When you press the POWER button, "Push POWER button again to turn off the power." message appears.

After this screen has been displayed for 10 seconds and disappeared, all buttons become operable.

You can check the time of use of the lamp in [Lamp counter] in the [System settings] menu (P103).

About the Replacing Lamp

This projector uses the following lamp.

Lamp type No.RS-LP05

• Be sure to use the specified lamp.

A lamp can be ordered from your dealer.

Caution

When replacing the lamp, turn off the projector, wait until the cooling fan stops, disconnect the

 

power plug from the AC outlet, and let the projector stand for at least 1 hour. Otherwise, you

 

may get burned because the main unit is very hot immediately after the projector is turned off.

Do not touch the inner glass surface when you replace the lamp. Otherwise, the projector 's performance may degrade.

Make sure to handle the lamp carefully and correctly since it may explode if it is scratched or shocked. If a lamp explodes, follow the instructions under "If a Lamp Explodes" on page 16.

Do not remove screws unless specified.

Appendix

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