Caring for Your Epson MovieMate 57
Replacing the Lamp
The life span of t he lamp is about 4000 hou rs if Power Consumption in the Signal menu is set
to Normal, and about 5000 hours if Power Consumption is set to ECO.
You can check how long the lamp has been used as described on page 53. If the number
shown is close to the limit, make sure you have a spare lamp handy.
Note: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector.
It’s time to replace the lamp when:
■The projected image gets darker or starts to deteriorate.
■The lamp warning light flashes orange.
■The message Replace the lamp appears on the screen when you start projecting.
Caution: If you continue to use the lamp after you see the replacement indicators, the lamp is more
likely to break.
You can purchase a new lamp (part # V13H010L66) from an Epson authorized reseller. To
find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online
at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Be sure to read the safety instructions before replacing the lamp. See page 12.
Follow these steps to replace the lamp:
1. Press the button on the control panel or the button on the remote control to turn
the projector off. When you hear two short beeps, disconnect the power cable.
2. If the projector has been on, let it cool for at least an hour.
Warning: Let the lamp cool before replacing it. If the lamp breaks, handle the shards carefully
to avoid injury.
Lamp warning light