Cleaning and replacing the air filter

Replacing the lamp unit

If the air filter becomes clogged with dust, the internal temperature of the projector will rise, the TEMP indicator will illuminate and the projector’s power will turn off (the TEMP indicator will flash after the power is turned off).

The air filter should be cleaned every 100 hours of use.

Warning

When replacing the lamp, allow it to cool for at least one hour before handling it.

Lamp unit replacement period

The lamp is a consumable product. Even when the full life of the bulb has

#Turn off the MAIN POWER switch and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

Turn off the MAIN POWER switch according to the procedure given in “Turning off the power” on page 28 before disconnecting the mains plug from the mains socket.

$Gently turn the projector upside down.

NOTE:

BPlace the projector on top of a soft cloth so that it will not become scratched.

%Remove the air filter.

Put your fingernails under the air filter and pull the air filter out of the projector.

&Clean the air filter.

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean off any accumulated dust.

'Install the air filter.

NOTE:

BBe sure to install the air filter before using the projector. If the projector is used without the air filter installed, dust and other foreign particles will be drawn into the projector, and malfunctions will result.

BIf the dust cannot be removed by cleaning, it is time to replace the air filter. Please consult your dealer. Furthermore, if the lamp unit is being replaced, replace the air filter at this time also.

BThe lamp cover gets very hot, and touching it can cause burns.

Notes on replacing the lamp unit

BThe light generating lamp is made of glass, so dropping it or allowing it to hit hard objects may cause it to burst. Be careful when handling the lamp.

BDispose of the removed old lamp with the same care that would be taken with a fluorescent light.

BA Phillips screwdriver is necessary for removing the lamp unit.

NOTE:

BThe projector is not supplied with a replacement lamp unit. Please ask your dealer for details. Lamp unit product no.: ET-LAE900

CAUTION:

BDo not use any lamp unit other than the one with the product number indicated above.

not been exhausted, the brightness of the light will gradually decline. Therefore periodic replacement of the lamp is necessary.

The intended lamp replacement interval is 3 000 hours, but it is possible that the lamp may need to be replaced earlier due to variables such as a particular lamp’s characteristics, usage conditions and the installation environment.

Early preparation for lamp replacement is encouraged.

The lamp will automatically shut off after approximately 30 minutes when 3 000 hours of use have been reached because of a much greater chance of it exploding after this time.

NOTE:

BThe usage hours explained

above are for when “LAMP

POWER” in the “OPTION”

menu has been set to “HIGH”

and when “DYNAMIC IRIS” in

the “PICTURE” menu has

been set to “ON”. When

“LAMP POWER” has been set

to “HIGH” and “DYNAMIC

IRIS” has been set to “OFF”,

the usage hours will be 2 000

hours. If “LAMP POWER” is

set to “LOW”, the brightness of

the lamp will be less and life of

the lamp can be extended.

BWhile 3 000 hours is the

intended replacement interval,

Care and maintenance

Air filter

it is not a period of time

covered by warranty.

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pt-ae900e specifications

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