LAMP and WARNING Indicators
Managing the indicated problems
If a problem should occur inside the projector, the <ON(G)/STANDBY(R)>, <LAMP> and/or <WARNING> indicators will inform
you. Manage the indicated problems as follow.
Attention
Before you take a remedial measure, follow the procedure of switching the power off indicated in “Powering Off the f
projector”. (
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page 37)
LAMP indicator
Indicator Lighting in red. Flashing in red.
Status Time to replace the lamp unit.
A problem is detected in the lamp or the power supply for the
lamp.
Check
Was [REPLACE LAMP] displayed when f
you turned on the power?
The indicator lights up when the f
runtime of the lamp unit has reached
4 000 hours (when [LAMP POWER] is
set to [NORMAL]).
Have you turned on the f
power again immediately
after turning it off?
Some error has occurred in f
the lamp circuit. Check for
uctuation (or drop) in the
source voltage.
Remedy Replace the lamp unit. f
Wait a while until the f
luminous lamp cools off,
and then turn on the power.
Turn off the projector, and f
unplug the AC power cord,
and consult your dealer.
Note
Contact your dealer for repair services when <LAMP> indicator persists to light after taking these measurements. f
WARNING indicator
Indicator Lighting in red. Flashing in red. Flashing in red. (Slow)
Status Internal temperature is high (warning).
Internal temperature is high
(standby status).
The projector detects an
abnormal condition and
cannot be turned on.
Check
Is the air intake/exhaust port blocked? f
Is the room temperature high? f
Is the air lter unit clogged? f
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Remedy
Remove any objects that are blocking the air intake/ exhaust port. f
Install the projector in a location with an ambient temperature of 0 °C f
(32 °F) to 40 °C (104 °F)
Do not use the projector at high altitudes of 2 700 m (8 858 f ') or higher
above sea level.
Replace the air lter unit. ( f
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page 95)
If the projector is turned off f
again, unplug the AC power
cord and contact the dealer
or the service center for
service and checkup.
Note
If <WARNING> indicator persists to light or blink after taking these measurements, please contact your dealer for repair f
services. Do not leave the projector on. It may cause an electric shock or a re hazard.
The projector detects an abnormal condition and cannot be turned on. Unplug the AC power cord and plug it again to turn on f
the projector. If the projector is turned off again, unplug the AC power cord and contact the dealer or the service center for
service and checkup. Do not leave the projector on. It may cause an electric shock or a re hazard.
<LAMP> indicator
<WARNING> indicator
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Chapter 5 Maintenance - LAMP and WARNING Indicators