Epson 5550C Projector User Manual


 
Problems with the Projector
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The power light is flashing orange and you can’t turn the
projector on.
The projector is cooling down. Wait until the light stops flashing
and then turn the projector on.
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The projector screen is blank and the lamp is off.
If there is no video signal for 30 minutes, the projector goes into
sleep mode. To resume, make sure the video signal is active and
then press the Power button.
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The power light doesn’t come on.
Turn the projector off, check that the power cable is securely
connected both at the electrical outlet and the projector, and press
the on/off switch at the back of the projector and then press the
Power button.
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Projected images get darker or start to deteriorate, or the
projector lamp light is red.
Replace the projector lamp as described in “Replacing the Lamp” on
page 134.
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The temperature light is red.
The projector is overheating, which turns the lamp off
automatically. Let the projector cool for a few minutes, then turn it
back on. Make sure nothing is blocking the ventilation vents.
The air filter may be clogged. Clean it as described in “Cleaning the
Air Filter” on page 133, then let the projector cool for awhile.