Maintenance

Cleaning

Cleaning the air filter

You need to clean the air filter when dust builds up or you see the message “The projector is overheating. Make sure nothing is blocking the air vents, and clean or replace the air filter.” Use a small vacuum cleaner designed for computers or other office equipment, as shown. If you don’t have one, gently clean the filter using a very soft brush, such as an artist’s paintbrush.

If dust collects on the air filter, it can cause the internal temperature to rise, and this can lead to problems with operation and shortening of the optical engine’s service life. It is recommended that you clean these parts at least once every three months. Clean them more often than this if using the MovieMate in particularly dusty environments.

Cleaning MovieMate

Clean the surface by wiping it gently with a soft cloth. If MovieMate is particularly dirty, moisten the cloth with water containing a small amount of neutral deter- gent, and then wring the cloth nearly dry before using it. Then wipe MovieMate again with a soft, dry cloth.

Do not use volatile substances such as wax, alcohol, or thinner to clean MovieMate’s surface. These can cause MovieMate to warp and make the coating finish peel off. Never spray cleaners directly on MovieMate.

Cleaning the projection lens

Use a cannister of compressed air to remove dust. To remove dirt or smears, use lens cleaning paper to gently wipe the lens.

Do not rub the lens with harsh materials or subject the lens to shocks, as it can easily become damaged.

Replacing the air filter and lamp

Replace the air filter when it gets dirty or broken.

Replace the lamp when you see the message “Replace the lamp” or when the projected image gets darker or starts to

deterioriate.

•In order to maintain the initial brightness and image quality, the lamp replacement message is displayed after about 1900 hours of use has passed. The time at which this message is displayed will vary depending on the color mode settings and the conditions under which this unit has been used.

•If you continue to use the lamp after this period, the possibility of the lamp breaking becomes greater. When the lamp replacement message appears, replace the lamp with a new one as soon as possible, even if it is still working.

•Depending on the characteristics of the lamp and on the way it has been used, the lamp may become darker or stop working before the lamp warning message appears. You should always have a spare lamp ready in case it is needed (part # V13H010L33).

•Contact Epson for a spare lamp.

57