Sharp DT-500 Service Information (For the U.S.), Troubleshooting (Continued)

Troubleshooting (Continued)

Problem		Check	Page
Picture is too bright and	•	Image adjustments are incorrectly set.	43
whitish.
The black levels of the	•	Select the HDMI Setting (“Standard” or “Enhanced”) that results in	48
image show banding or		the best picture quality.
appear faded when
INPUT 6 is selected.
The cooling fan becomes	•	When temperature inside the projector increases, the cooling fan	–
noisy.		runs faster.
The lamp does not light	•	The lamp indicator is illuminating in red.	52, 55
up even after the		Replace the lamp.
projector turns on.
The lamp suddenly turns
off during projection.
The image sometimes	•	Cables incorrectly connected to the projector or the connected	23-27
flickers.		equipment works improperly.
	•	If this happens frequently, replace the lamp.	55
The lamp needs much	•	The lamp will eventually need to be changed.	55
time to turn on.		While the remaining lamp life draws to a close, replace the lamp.
Picture is dark.
The remote control	•	Operate the remote control while pointing it at the projector’s remote
cannot be used.		control sensor.
	• The remote control may be too far away from the projector.		15
	• If direct sunlight or a strong fluorescent light is shining on the
		projector’s remote control sensor, place the projector where it will not
		be affected by strong light.
	• The batteries may be depleted or inserted incorrectly. Make sure the		14
		batteries are inserted correctly or insert new ones.

This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by incorrect operation or interference. If this should happen, unplug the Unit and plug it in again after more than 5 minutes.

Service Information (For the U.S.)

For the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Service Center, or to obtain product litera- ture, accessories, supplies or customer assistance, please call 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237- 4277) or visit SHARP’s website (http://www.sharpusa.com).

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